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Home My WebLink AboutReporter Summer 2010. , , . ,' � /; "Rancho Googlemonga" mania has swept across Rancho Cucamonga. It's a community-wide effort to convince internet giant Google to select Rancho Cucamonga for its cutting edge "Fiber for Communities" project. Google is launching a program to test ultra-high-speed broadband fiber-optic networks in one or more trial locations across the country and che Ciry of Rancho Cucamonga wants to be top of the �> .s^`*� s list. The experimental program will deliver Internet speeds more than 100 times faster than what � most Americans have access to today — over one gigabyte-per-second through fiber-to-the-home �k r�� '=� connections. If Rancho Cucamonga is selected, it will be positive for our communiry, our local �s '4 �" economy and our quality of life. '_� �' ra" The City of Rancho Cucamonga has done its part—responding to an exhaustive Request for ';, k?'� Information. But Google also heard from over 1,000 community residents, businesses, and civic q organizations before the March 26 deadline. � `� <�..,...,« The "Rancho Googlemonga" Campaign was launched on February % 25 using electronic media to engage the community in a grassroots ,,. effort. Competition among cities is intense for the Google project. The City consequently encouraged every resident, business, and � s�. organization to let Google know it should develop its network in ��B �� Rancho Cucamonga. Quite appropriately, social media platforms and ' f- ��"`� �; " s� email blasts were the main methods used to get the word out. At press � '� � �, � time, 867 individuals had joined the Rancho Googlemonga Facebook ��;�`` , " page, posting comments, videos, and notes of support. �: t" '� � The "Rancho Googlemonga" Campaign received national media � attention including from CBS and ABC television, as well as print � media and online blogs from Sacramento to San Antonio, Pasadena, ��,� to Charlotte. � � Fiber-optic communication works by sending pulses of light through an optical fiber. Fiber-optic networks transmit information at speeds many times faster than traditional copper wire and can also carry far more data. For example, a fiber-optic system can simultaneously provide Internet services, high-definition digital video, telephone, video/ teleconferencing, 3-D imaging, computer data, and many others— some that haven't even been developed yet. The benefits are obvious for Rancho Cucamonga residents, businesses and organizations. Google is one of the largest high technology firms in the world, a publicly-traded company reported to be worth $153.4 billion in October 2009. The Fiber for Communities Project is an experiment to test ultra-high-speed broadband service in a communiry setting. Eventually, of course, Google intends to ;,� sell access to its network and services ��a�� rrtO��a Calt��r�� HeY Ronchv... `� y°�P a need Jorspe�dl ��...w..,�..� ,n r� w ;�'.. �RuiahJ �afnWn�y- — c�ra,;,�, ,l RCROq,�s��aogle to consumers and business customers � t v�� c��g�e, � r a�`� —� � -� Carroonresidenrof � .,; in order to provide a return on the _ "` O O Rancho Cucamonga company's investment. �� '' = .� "Rancho Googlemonga" t. - `d Added by Gregory 0 � � [o the group � "Rancho Googlemonga" �- ' ,.�,� I.� . °s . , a �- :� ,� � ��„�.� Foothill � � ",. �' � �, Boulevard �. '� �>, '� �., � p. 6 � �- q �: � ��.'' d� ':F�' ,.� . . ■ . � � . . - . . �---��r . .. � � . (�,:;�: !�£'��_.J i ' � � ' Quakes � ��,� �: �` .y ' r. � Go Green . .,_ ,� � � p• 4 The economic downturn that began in 2008 continues to affect our region. The slowdown in the housing market and business in general has caused unemployment figures that exceed 14% in San Bernardino Counry and 9.5% in Rancho Cucamonga, as well as significant declines in properry and sales tax revenues throughout the County. Rancho Cucamonga is not immune from these impacts, in particular because the Ciry has become a regional destination for shoppers. In the last three years, the Ciry's major revenue source, sales tax, has declined by $7.1 million dollars, or 25%. Despite the challenges, however, the Ciry of Rancho Cucamonga continues to work towards balancing its budget on a yearly basis, even as it reduces expenditures and reshapes its service delivery in preparation for a future economic recovery. Rancho Cucamonga, a ciry which incorporated post-Prop 13, traditionally runs a very lean and efficient operation with fewer employees per capita than most comparable size agencies. Adjusting to the recent economic challenges Police has required even further reductions in the City's workforce, however, with an 11.5% loss of full-time equivalent staff over the last three years. Nearly all contract services, except where special knowledge or expertise is required, have been eliminated and existing staff has taken on those additional duties. T'he Ciry continues to look for ways on an ongoing basis to deliver the highest qualiry services for the lowest possible cost. As revenues continue to decline counrywide and unemployment remains at an all-time high, the City will face new budget and fiscal challenges while preparing its FY 2010/11 budget in the coming months. Nevertheless, the City will continue to focus on maintaining prioriry services during this time, including public safery, while doing the best job possible given available resources. Below is a chart illustrating a rypical breakdown of General Fund operating expenditures: CITY OPERATING BUDGET CITY GENERAL FUND� LIBRARY FUND� AND FIRE DISTRICT FUNDS Public Works �F _ � � � , � �;� �{' — Fire 26.0% Governance 1 Administrative Services 11 �,ommumry �ervices �. i io � � -•-C � Animal Cue & Services 2.7% Communiry Development 0.2% Building & Safety 3.5% United States° �nsus By now, many of you have received and returned your Census questionnaire. For that, we thank you! Your par�icipation � � helps Rancho Cucamonga receive its fair share of funding. Census counts are used to determine congressional ^ representation as well as the distribution of over $400 billion dollars each year in Federal funding. Tliis money funds a variety of projects, including infrastructure, transportation and public safety. If you did not respond to the mailed Census form, Census takers will be out in neighborhoods across the country from now through July to ensure everyone is counted. If a Census taker arrives at your door, please assist them'in ensuring you are counted. Look for their Census badge and identifying bag. Report any suspicious Census-related issues to che Police and Census Bureau (1-800-992-3530). M�y 15 jY,�y �� For more information about the 2010 Census, visit www:2010census.gov or call the Planning rr [L Department at (909) 477-2750. .��v�.reness l�/Io�th � �.�;�� .. . � e � 4� , � �. Celebrate with Cucamonga Valley Water District by taking a tour of their Lloyd Michael ' Water Treatment Plant. Learn about the steps CVWD takes to provide customers with a high ' qualiry, safe and reliable water supply. Lloyd Michael Water Treatment Plant Tour ' Wednesday, May 19th, 5:30p.m. 5818 Etiwanda Ave., Rancho Cucamonga S�ace is liinited and re *�istration is required. Call or visit: (909) 944-6048 or www.cvwdwater.com Please wear comfortable shoes. Must be 18 years of age to participate. �!,�m; World music is back. Thanks to a grant from the Rancho Cucamonga Community Foundation, the Bank of America Imagination Courtyard at the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center will once again be the place to be on Wednesday evenings in July. After last year's successful summer music outdoor concerts featuring music from places as diverse as Brazil and Japan, audiences will once again be entertained by three different musical groups from around the world. First up, on Wednesday July 7, is THE KUSLTN ENSEMBL�an extraordinary group of musicians and dancers based in Ghana, West Africa. The group blends the authentic sounds of traditional instruments with the exuberance of high-life music and the complexity of African Jazz. Wednesday, July 14 brings INCA, the Peruvian Ensemble. This group `` of musicians and dancers will delight our audiences with the rich multi-cultural heritage of ethnic and folkloric music, songs, dance and traditions from all over Peru. Their performance will include music and dances from the mountains (Inca), coastal Peru (Criollo), southern coast (Afro-Peruvian) and from the Peruvian and Bolivian Amazon Jungle. Los Pinguos - jul�, 21st The series wraps up on Wednesday, July 21 with LOS PINGUOS, who come from cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, Argentina. This high-energy group gets the crowd going with a mixture of Latin rhythms, performed with Spanish guitars, a Cuban Tres; Peruvian cajon and harmonizing vocals. Vivacious and infectious, Los Pinguos has claimed fans worldwide with their exciting live performances. The "Hearts for Arts" fundraising effort to benefit the Rancho Cucamonga Community �1 �� Foundation and Lewis Family Playhouse has surpassed its goal by more than $4,200, over 30 0' percent better than expected. ,// The campaign began with a generous donation by Southern California broadcasting icon Fritz Coleman. The longtime television weatherman contributed a masterful and hilarious evening of stand-up ;� _ comedy at the Lewis Family Playhouse combined with a special raffle and a meet-and-greet coffee f l� , � k and dessert reception. • Giving opportunities and table displays at all February performance dates for Cinderella, The Diary of Adam & Eve, and Ed Asner as FDR. a The Ontario Reign hockey team provided $1 dollaz donation for every ticket sold through their Arena Box Office and $3 per ticket sold through the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center Box Office for its February 20th • A special rafAe held at the Reign game including a$500 gift card to Victoria Gardens, RC Quakes Suite use, and a men's watch from Gemma's Jewelers. ° All month long box office and concession staff asked ticket patrons: "Would you like to donate �__ a dollar for I-Iearts for Arts?" The Campaign surpassed all goals, raising a total of nearly $17,000. Based on this first-time success, ahe Special Campaign Committee of the Rancho Cucamonga Community Foundation has committed to continuing this effort with a' ; February 2011 "Hearts for Arts" campaign, If you are interested in participating in tlie 2011 "Hearts ` for Arts" campaign, please contact Francie Palmer at (909) 477-2760, ext. 2207. _� -_ _ � The concerts all begin at 5:30 p.m. and are free to the public. Chairs are provided, but audiences of all ages are also invited to bring their own or get up on their feet and join in the fun by dancing to the unique rhythms of the different groups. Bring sunscreen and get ready to have a fabulous time! Seryour thermostat to 78 degrees when you are home and 85 degrees or off when you are away. Use ceiling or room fans to help cool rooms. Always take into account health considerations and drink plenty of fluids in warm weather. (Save 1-3% foc each degree the thermostat is set above 72 degrees.) Use your appliances wisely •. Run full loads in your clothes dryer, use the moisture-sensing setting, and clean the clothes dryer lint trap after each use. (Save 0.5%) • Conserve energy by running your dishwasher only when it is fully loaded, and turn off the dry cycle and air dry dishes instead. (Save 1%) • To help prevent electricity outages, avoid running your appliances during peak hours—from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.—or any time an electriciry emergency is declaied. Eliminate wasted energy ° Turn off appliances, lights and equipment when not in use. (Save 2%) • Unplug electronic devices and chargers when they aren't in use—most new electronics use electriciry even when switched "off:" (Save 1-2%) INEXPENSIVE ENERGY SOLUTIONS Make a quick trip to your local hardware store to purchase inexpensive energy- saving tools and equipment. Replace air conditioner filters Dirty filtersrestrict airflow and can cause the system to run longer, increasing ' energy use: Replace filters monthly for masimum benefit. (Save 1-2%) Choose ENERGY STAR° products ' • Buy ENERGY STAR° certified table �` � ' lainps and,light fixtures, and replace` ,� i, F ��,, '�. _:, your incandescent light bulbs that are i �, -: �� r� . . � �� `�,e�: �r used more than two hours �! a�'�� L�"` � r i: � �. �; � � > _. .:� : �� + � _: , `t r-� �� F-a . � . -� � � j / .. �` � T 4 JL �/ -'� �.� �� -- _ _ ° ��' �' � F� _.,..:..,,,,�...... � �:� ' ,; ) " ` �'�a �o o �� , „r� The Ciry and the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes are parmering to help fans go ' green while they enjoy a great night of baseball. On Friday, May 2lst the first , 1,500 fans to attend the Quakes game will receive a free reusable stadium mug ' featuring the Quakes' mascot Tremor and are also eligible for one discounted < fountain drink fill that evening. Using reusable items helps the environment by conserving natural resources. � Throughout the season fans can do their part to keep the stadium green and ' clean by placing their empty beverage containers and stadium cups in a recycling , ` container before they leave the game. That's about as green as Tremor hiinself. The program is funded by a grant from the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery. For Quakes ticket information call (909) 481-5000 or ' go to www.rcqualces.com. Find more green tips at www.HealthyRC.info. fi . . . � . . . .. GOOD ENERGY SAVING INVESTMENTS Planning to do some remodeling soon? Time to replace old appliances? Consider these energy efficiency suggestions when you make purchases. Install window shading Install patio covers, awnings, and solar window screens to shade your home from the sun. For additional future savings, use strategically planted trees, shrubs and vines to shade your home. (Save 5%) Solar control window films applied to existing glass in windows and doors is an effective method to reduce peak demand during hot months and conserve energy any time air conditioning might be required. In addition to the energy management benefits, the use of these films can also reduce exposure to ultcaviolet radiation and reduce glare. Visit the International Window Film Association fot more information. (Save 5-10%) Seal your ducts Leaking ductwork accounts for 25 percent of cooling costs in an average home, so have your ducts tested and have any leaks or restrictions repaired by a qualified contractor. Note: duct cleaning is not the same as duct sealing. (Save 10-20%) Install ENERGY STAR° windows If your windows are due for replacement, ENERGY STAR° windows can make your house more comfortable year-round. (Save up to 10%) The Cucamonga Valley Water District (CVWD) Environmental Learning Center and Garden provides lst-6th grade students a water and environmental education field trip, all for free. The Environmental ,� Learning Center features eleven f indoor and outdoor activities ,:;��. covering the topics of earth science, life science, language arts, reading, and math. Admission to the Learning �'` �°'� f` Center is free to all schools in '". `'�'�'{� � � _, ''�, �� the CVWD service area. Other __ community groups can attend the Learning Center for $5.00 per student; a minimum of 15 students required per field trip. For more information about the Environmental Learning Center and to reserve a spot for your class, please call CVWD at (909) 944-6052 or visit www.cvwdwater.com. The average household spends about $1,900 per day with ENERGY STAR° compact fluorescent bulUs. For example, a year on energy costs. But you can lower your install compact fluorescent bulbs in your porch light if you leave it on energy bills and help save the environment at the overnight. (Savings: for each bulb you'll save 0.2% for each hour the bulb same time. Here are cost-fi•ee actions you can do at home to reduce your energy operates on a rypical day. Therefore, replacing an incandescent bulb that bills. burns 10 hours per day will save 2%) Turn up your thermostat • Install an ENERGY STAR° programmable thermostat. (Save 1-3%) -,_. , �AL1�OR�JI�,o� TN� j'AS7 �� Rancho Cucamonga is saving its stories for history. The Rancho Cucamonga Library has been awarded a prestigious $10,000 "California of the Past— Digital Storytelling" grant from the California State Library. It is a multi-cultural, intergenerational program that lets local residents record digital stories of their communiry. The program has already begun in Rancho Cucamonga, starting wich recording some of the history of the Filippi family, vintners in the Cucamonga Valley since 1922. But you don't have to be one of the communiry's founding families to take part. The goal of the program is to let everyday residents share their stories and capture them for future generations to experience. Participants are filmed in three to five-minute "mini-movies," talking about a person, place, event, a family story, or a story of coming to California or moving to the Ciry of Rancho Cucamonga. Personal photos are then scanned and added as our library staff edits each individual story. All completed stories become a permanent part of the Library's local history project. e e r�.te oc ist i� � Local history night will itself make history on June 4, 2010. That date will see the ribbon cutting for the Rancho Cucamonga Local History Project and the unveiling of the Digital Storytelling Project. The public is invited to join this free event at 7:00 p.m. at the Paul A. Biane Library, at the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center. There will be music, entertainment, and activities. The event promises to be lively and entertaining, with live music, vintage cars, an exhibition of historic Rancho Cucamonga photographs, a wine talk, and possibly a grape stomp. The grant from the California State Library includes funding, equipment, and training to create the digital stories. There are several important partnerships in this project, including the City's Planning Department and the Historical Preservation Association of Rancho Cucamonga (HPARC). For more information or to participate in the program by recording a story, visit www.rcpl.lib.ca.us/stories.htm. This year, the Rancho Cucamonga libraries are celebrating 16 yeazs of summer reading with our children and teens. Over that time, the summer reading programs have grown from about 700 children and teens in 1995 to over 2,500 in 2009. Pazticipants can sign up for these popular programs at the Archibald and Paul A. Biane libraries during the week of June 13. "Make a Splash, Read" is the theme of the 2010 Children's Reading Club. Water, waves and the beach are the focus of the libraries' fun special events that draw hundreds of families to each week's programs. ;p This year musicians, puppeteers, and other performers will bring their talents to progiams held at the Acchibald and Paul A. Biane libraries in June and July.;ChIldren can keep their reading skills sharp all summer by reading one book a week and very young children can participare by having family members read to them. Free tickets are distributed ��';� one week prior to each event. ` �� The Children's Summer Reading Club will also host two special events. Everyone is invited to the kick-off on � c�"��'� � Thursday, June 10. The kick-off event will feature performances by musical performers Heebie and Jeebie at �c�+��_ �`-` 1:00 p.m. at the Archibald Library and at 3:00 p.m. at �he Paul A. Biane Library. Children who complere the '�. �' � Summer Reading Club program will be rewarded with tickets for the big finale event on July 30. 'p-- Meanwhile, teens can join the Teen Summer Reading Program and "Make Waves" at the library this summer. Programs will focus on the cultures of the islands from Polynesia to the Caribbean ! __ � �' and will include a luau kick-off at the Archibald Library on June 10. Teen events � "-��-� �'�' �' will take place a� bo�h libraries on Thursday �, + ;'!� afternoons and evenings in June and July `� i �� ,�`� �` ` The Teen Summex Reading Program will �� t �� , �.�f� 1 � � � ��"� ; �� close with a special after-hours finale at the �,>� '�'�h �•�' � `° -� '-»� `` f i �y �� zTr" �4L j q �-v il?' 'i�,o � c � r k Paul A. Biane Library on Friday, July 23 �: ��j �"�`� �� -� �-�y `�� ,q -� �., � 3 "s' �u '� ' �1 c ` " �' °� `�a � �� "' For more information, call (909) 477-2720 � � 5 a� � ,� �$ � �� *��t� `� �'� �"� � � r " Y,�e'J �_.e �� i, �°' �-': 1 �. .. , � o- ee?i: _ �'�.,da . . ., y y = -- ..��_.'��'�'�_ �� Route 66—"The Mother Road"—is being improved in Rancho Cucamonga. Work will commence in May on an 18-month project to transform Foothill Boulevard between Grove and Vineyard. The old railway bridge over Foothill Boulevard toward the west side of the Ciry will be removed. To minimize disruption to drivers, the dismantling and removal of the long-disused steel bridge will begin in June. Commuters can expect some closures of Foothill Boulevard during the removal. The old railway bridge will be replaced by a sleek, modern pedestrian bridge carrying the bicyclists and walkers of the popular Pacific Electric Trail. The old bridge abutments will be removed, a storm drain installed, and medians, sidewalks, trailhead and landscaping constructed along Foothill Boulevard between Grove and Vineyard. And at the project's completion, motorists will be happy to know that all traffic signals along Foothill will be interconnected and synchronized. The Foothill Boulevard project is being undertaken by Rancho Cucamonga's Engineering Services Depaztment. Work will continue throughout 2010 and F� i `- r� �`j`� {;. . �: i�, x. r�� .;. irit0 2�11 ��a�x+,�� 5+.,� ��`�' � As we work to �^ �* ,� ; � � tz � build a livable �" - �' �� . and beautiful °i r � � communiry fox ,r P � our residents � � � � ` �3 and businesses, ' �� . i r ' �:. we also strive to "gg`�'""" � � ensure the safety of both our construction crews and those travelling through the construction zone. City staff and our contractors ask for your understanding and patience as the project will create some traffic delays and detours. Please be aware of the road work and activiry going on in the area and we invite you to check the Ciry's website and RCTV-3 for traffic notices and construction updates. I �aF� � � �� y � = �� :l � 4_: °� t;"�,� "�a : � �. > The mazoon and green signs will feature the City's familiar symbol of a ripe grape cluster and crisp white lettering. This project is the culmination of a two-year effort to establish a unified Directional Guide Sign Program for the Ciry. The signs will guide visitors and local residents to the City's many civic, cultural, historic and tourist-oriented destinations. Example destinations include the Civic Center, Courthouse, Epicenter, Victoria Gardens, Cultural Center, Central Park, Metrolink Station, Animal Center, and the Maloof Residence and Gardens. The program further enhances the City's already positive public image through distinctive signs that make the City even more "user friendly" to visitors and the local communiry. All signs will have a uniform appearance and are consistent with newly adopted sign design standards. With "Primary" and "Secondary" directional signage placed along major arterials, thoroughfares and high traffic intersections, and smaller destination signs located along roadways close to the final destinations, the Directional Guide Sign Program aims ro improve vehicular safery and provide clear timely route information so drivers can easily reach and discover destinations within the Ciry. � Rancho Cucamonga has expanded its smoke-free areas. Smoking is no longer allowed in outdoor service lines and at transit stops within the Ciry.`It's i`another example of why the Ciry is known as "Healthy RC." �' The idea behind the new ordinance is to create smoke-free areas where it is i difficult for non-smokers to distance themselves from a smoking individual j and are thus involuntarily exposed to secondhand smoke. j Outdoor services lines are one such case. Examples include waiting for tickets � at a movie theater, standing in line at an ATM machine, a restaurant, or an �- outdoor beverage or merchandise stand. In such cases, non-smokers are unable � to avoid exposure to secondhand smoke without losing their place in line. : The ordinance also prohibits smoking within twenry feet of any transit � station located within the Ciry. This includes platforms, sidewalks, � shelters, benches, and other areas where people wait . for trains, buses, taacis, or other public transit. It also includes adjacent'aceas such as restiooms, pedestrian path or walkways, bicycle parking areas and kiosks. Victoria Gardens, Rancho Cucamonga's destination shopping center, has voluntarily joined the effort. Three of the Center's open plazas are now posted as smoke-free— Guasti Gardens Plaza, The Orchard, and ChaffeyTown Square. In 2008, the City Council adopted an ordinance designating Ciry parks, trails, courryards, communiry centers, and other Ciry facilities and their surrounding properry as smoke-free. ,c . { ;a ,� � �_, �� z; r Notes from Our Vet: Dr. Michele Toomoth California is earthquake country. In light of the recent earthquakes, I thought it would be a good idea to help you prepare your pet in the event of an emergency. Because we can never predict when the "big one" will hit, it is a good idea to have an earthquake preparedness plan for ourselves as well as for our pet companions. Pets are extended family and they trust us to keep them safe. The following are the most important things pet owners can do to prepare their pets for an emergency: • Dogs and cats should be microchipped and wear current I.D. tags at all times, including rabies and license tags. A microchip can be obtained at the Rancho Cucamonga Animal Center or from your veterinarian. Identification on the tags should provide your name, home address, a phone number where you can be reached. • If roads are blocked, professional help may not be possible so familiarize yourself with pet CPR, resuscitation, and general first aid procedures. Your quick action could save your pet's life. r� • Display "Pet Alert" sign for doors and windows or make your own by listing pets on a 3X5 card and displaying it prominently. By displaying `Animal Evacuated" signs authorities are alerted that all pets have been �'�� `�.� removed from the premises. These '` '��',. '� s+r� signs should be in your evacuation �' , ��,� � kit �' •�, �.R.��' .>.. • Keep your pet's vaccinations current. • Alert local shelters immediately upon discovering thac your pet is missing. EVACUATION KIT The following lists will help you prepare for your animal in the �4;: event of an earthquake � or other disaster. � Replace the food, water, and medications ,>a�,,-,'?"` as often as needed to maintain their qualiry and freshness and in accordance with the expiration dates. Indicate, if applicable, medications that are stored elsewhere due to temperature requirements such as refrigeration. • 2-week supply of food (dry e�' canned) • 2-week supply of water in plastic gallon jugs with secure lids • Batteries �asblight, radio) • Cage/carrier—one for each animal, labeled with your contact information • Manual can opener • Cat/wildlife gloves • Copies of veterinary records and proof of ownership—picture of each pet with some of you in them • Emergency contact list • Familiar items �o make pets feel comfortable such as favorite toys, treats, or blankets • First aid kit (see column at right) • Flashlight �_h� ;; � ;;'=� � • Instructions • Diet: record the diet for each individual animal, including what not to feed in case of allergies. • Medications: list each animal separately, including dose and frequency for each medication. Provide veterinary and pharmacy contact information for refills. • Leash and collar or harness for each animal • Litter, litter scoop, litter pan. Disposable aluminum foil pans work well. • Maps of local area and alternate evacuation routes in case of road closures • Muzzles (dog or cat) • Newspaper (bedding, litter) • No-spill food and water dishes • Paper towels • Radio (solar and battery operated) • Spoon (for canned food) • Stakes and tie-outs • Trash bags • Disposable baggies to pick up after your dog • A trusted friend or neighbor who will get your pet to safery, should you be at work when disaster strikes • A back-up plan to board your animal during a disaster (veterinarian, boarding facility, etc.) • Animal FirstAid book (consultyour veterinarian) The City of Rancho Cucamonga is reinstating its Citizen Corps Program and will once again offer CERT training to City residents in Fall 2010. CERT training prepares individuals and neighborhoods for disasters using different techniques. In past years, more than 1,500 Rancho Cucamonga residents have gained valuable skills through the training. The program will be taught at various locations throughout the ciry and can be registered for through the Grapevine. For more information regarding the CERT program, please contact the Ciry's Emergency Management program at (909) 477-2770 x 3009. Back by popular demand, the Putc for Paws Miniature Golf Tournament will be held August 21st at Boomers and the Be Bop Cafe. This fun, family-friendly event provides an afternoon of miniature golf, contests, raffles and great prizes. Hundreds of people came out last year. All the proceeds will benefit the wonderful, homeless pets at the Rancho Cucamonga Animal Care and Adoption Center. It's a great cause. Please check our website, rcpets.info, or call the Center at 909-466-7387 for more information. �-� �, 4 b�� , . �;� ,�` �r �� Rancho Cucamonga is talung part in the 27th annual National �,�,» �=�l,�� Night Out. It's the nationwide event being held on August 3. "� .' The aim is to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, "� �,.; strengthen neighborhood spirit and police communiry F� � �, partnerships, and send a message to criminals letting them know `` `------.��:;;,' neighborhoods are organized and fighting back. In Rancho Cucamonga, the event is held in partnership with Neighborhood Watch groups in all corners of the Ciry. Residents are encouraged to participate. A caravan will travel from place to place in the spirit of a traveling block parry to fight crime. Many Rancho Cucamonga City officials participate ��` in the caravan, including the Police Captain, the Mayor, and Ciry Council Members. In addition, Rancho Cucamonga Police, /,/ �� ,�,� Fire Department, and Search and Rescue will hold a �>`�.�-_,: �.Y :. Wa`v informational event in the Target parking lot, Target being '� � the national sponsor of National Night Out. '% � ;� � For more information about Rancho Cucamonga communiry ;` '�'; "' , s events planned for National Night Out, please contact the �� Rancho Cucamonga Police Station at (909) 477-2890. �� _t�, � A swimming pool is a great way to have some good, old-fashioned family fun in a local backyard or communiry pool, but keep in mind some of these safery tips to ensure you and your family enjoy a safe summer. The ABCs of Water Safety Adult Supervision Active adult supervision is crucial to drowning prevention. Children should never be allowed to swim without an adult present. Siblings aren't necessarily qualified to fill the role of "Water Watcher." Take an active part in your child's swimming—stay within arm's reach when kids are in the water. Remember, drowning happens without a sound so avoid distractions such as socializing, phone conversations, or reading. Barriers When you build a pool, building codes and ciry ordinances require various safery measures— barriers or fences around your yard or pool and door/window alarms. Maintain the integrity of fences and barriers and utilize alarms and locks even if slightly inconvenient. Let them do their job protecting children. Classes Before the fun begins in the swimming pool, consider enrolling in a couple of classes: swimmin lessons and CPR. If your child is unfamiliar around water, swimming lessons might help boost their confidence and sharpen their water skills. The Ciry of Rancho Cucamonga's Community Services Department offers an aquatics program for all ages. Visit www.rcpark.com or check out The Grapevine for more details about upcoming classes. In addition to swimming lessons, the City also offers CPR classes. Medical emergencies such as a heart attack or drowning can occur at any tim� Early CPR can save a life. Remember, drowning is 100% preventable! For more information on drowning prevention, please contact the Rancho Cucamonga Fire District Public Education Office at (909) 477-2770 x 3008. � ' ` 1 : 1 � i , a Hole in Your Pocket with Fines � The Bicycie Safery Rodeo has become a major annual event in Rancho Cucamonga. Last year's event saw close to 1,000 people, many of them local kids with their bikes. And little wonder. There's a free raffle of more than hundred bicycles � donated by local businesses. Early azrivals get a free bicycle helmet. And everybody gets to try out the bicycle obstacle course complete with working traffic signals and railroad crossing arms. So bring your bike and ride the obstacle course. To add to the festivities, police deputies man two large _ griddles turning out free pancake breakfasts. Red Hill Park is located at 7484 Vineyazd Avenue. The event is held from 8:00 a.m. until noon. The - Ron ives Birycle Safery Rodeo is named after '� ^_��r� Depury Ronald "Ron" � -., �� Ives. An eight-year �, �-.:. �; �, ,��, � veteran of che force, Ives „�'� had a keen interest in his �.'�"�s communiry and in the „ ;.;,� �r safery of youngsters. t*. Ives began and g � � championed the Bicycle �' " ` SafetyRodeobefore being killed in a traffic accident while in the line � ``� ' of dury in 2004. �� , �:: %RaffflC�� iflC�Il��IlIl�� Firefi�hters 13th �nua1 �eriefl� �.� ��lOW Sunday, June 27, 2010 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Around the Lake at Red Hill Community Park Public Admission is Free! Pre-registration for car entries is $30 All fireworks are illegal in Rancho Cucamonga and using them could cost you $1,000 in fines. if received by June 21st. Once again, the Rancho Cucamonga Fire District will be enforcing the law against fireworks around ' the 4th of July. The aim is to protect people and properry from the fire and explosion dangers of fire- Trophies, Uendors, Opportuniry Drawings, works. Some people feel that prohibiting fireworks on the 4th of July takes some of the fun out of the Fire Apparatus, Music, Food and Fun _ celebration. But the Fire Distria encourages you to celebrate safely by going to a professional fireworks show. For More Information Teams of Fire and Police personnel will be patrolling the communiry around the 4th of July. Anyone caught Call 909.477.2770 using fireworks will be issued a citation for $1,000 fine. www.ciryofrc.us 10500 Civic Center Dr. • P.O. Box 807 • Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729 •(909) 477-2700 • Faac (909) 477 2846 � Donald J. Kurth, M.D., Mayor • L. Dennis Michael, Mayor Pro Tem • Rex Gutierrez, Sam Spagnolo, Diane Williams, Counciimembers u..___::_ � .. �� .�l �� Cl� � :, a � ' �� '? The Rancho Cucamonga Police Department is �-- hosting the 9th Annual Ron ives Bicycle Safety �, �� Rodeo on May 15th at Red Hill Park. N A T 1 O N A L wp.r�: G` ,�' ` �/ ��` rM `� t� �;.N�ltG�tl�u� _-- _—