Volume 122 | June 3 - 7, 2019
Moreno Valley Balances Budget Despite State and Local Pressures
The City has approved a two-year balanced budget in June of this year. Despite continued takeaways of local funds by the State and increased costs for services provided by Riverside County. The City's budget is fully balanced. It represents ongoing investments in the City’s future while maintaining the award-winning sound fiscal stewardship and conservative safeguards, which have elevated Moreno Valley to become one of the most fiscally fit cities in the Nation. 

Moreno Valley's adopted General Fund budget for 2019/2020 totals $112.9 million. The spending plan includes $32.4 million in capital improvements to ensure the repair and replacement of aging local infrastructure within our current financial capabilities.

This budget is based on the principles of Momentum MoVal, a strategic plan developed by the City Council to ensure that community priorities are reflected in planning decisions. The City will continue active outreach to assess community priorities into the future.

Through keen financial management, the City will continue to focus on financial stability and community quality of life, despite state and federal policies that potentially affect the funding Moreno Valley and other California cities receive.  

To view the City's budget and other financial documents, please visit www.moval.org/budget .
Celebrate Independence Day with Your Community
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AMERICA!

Join your community and celebrate Independence Day at the City of Moreno Valley's signature 4th of July Parade & FunFest. MoVal's festivities begin at 9:30 a.m. as a parade of local floats, equestrians, bands, and performers will cruise down Frederick Street.

The fun doesn’t stop there!

After the parade, check out Moreno Valley's Funfest, which features live music, delicious food, a Fun Zone for kids, and a Beer Garden for adults.
There’s something for everyone!

The day-long celebration wraps up with MoVal's Fireworks Extravaganza lighting up the night’s sky.

More information is available at www.moval.org/fourth .
Police Crack Down on Illegal Fireworks in Moreno Valley
The Moreno Valley Police Department is cracking down on illegal fireworks with increased patrols and undercover investigations.

Fireworks are dangerous fire hazards and could cause injury and possibly death. Violators can face fines up to $3,500 and six months in jail. Don't spend your holiday behind bars or in the hospital!

Leave the fireworks to the professionals. If you want your 4th of July celebration to include fireworks, please join us at the 4th of July FunFest at Morrison Park.

Report illegal fireworks by calling 951.247.8100.
Learn How to Build a Winning Resume at the ERC
The City of Moreno Valley will host a workshop to teach residents how to draft a winning resume.

Resume Workshop
Tuesday, June 11, 2018
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Moreno Valley Employment Resource Center
12625 Frederick Street, Suite K-3
Moreno Valley, CA

Workshop attendees will learn: 
  • Resume formats and how to use keywords to get your resume seen by a recruiter
  • Optimization for Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
  • Key features that employers look for in a resume

Participants may bring current resumes or build a new one from scratch.
PET OF THE WEEK
Each week the Moreno Valley Animal Shelter highlights a pet available for adoption in the hopes of finding them a forever home.

This week's Pet is Champ.

Champ (#A496317) is scruffy and incredibly lovable. He is a sweet dog waiting for a special family to bring him home.

Please visit the Moreno Valley Animal Shelter located at 14041 Elsworth Street to inquire about adopting Champ or other pets in search of lifelong companions.

For more information about Moreno Valley Animal Shelter, please call 951.413.3790 or visit  moval.org/pets .