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Volume 130 | July 29-August 2, 2019
Cats and Kittens Who Endured "Long Ordeal"
Now Healthy and Ready for Adoption!
After enduring weeks and even months of neglect in the home of a suspected cat hoarder, 16 cats and kittens rescued in July are finally healthy again and ready for adoption.


"These cats and kittens were denied the care and love they deserve, and it's time they found responsible and gentle human companions," said Moreno Valley Animal Shelter Director Steve Fries. "We're hoping the public steps forward to finally end their long ordeal."

The Animal Shelter makes it inexpensive and easy to adopt cats and kittens with frequent special events, such as this month's Feline Adoption Frenzy, offering adoption fees, neuter/spay surgery and a HomeAgain microchip all for just $15 each Tues., Wed. and Thurs.

Learn more  online  or by calling the Animal Shelter at 951-413-3790.
Mayor Gutierrez Invites You to Attend
“State of the City”
Join  Mayor Yxstian A. Gutierrez  as he delivers his 2019 State of the City address at this special luncheon on  Thursday, August 22 . This year's theme is Community. Get your tickets online at Eventbrite .

The City of Moreno Valley is enhancing public safety, investing millions in road repair, and attracting national, international and Fortune 500 companies with our award-winning Economic Development programs. Learn about the many ways we're improving the quality of life for our residents, businesses and visitors.

If you’re interested in sponsoring the 2019 State of the City,  please click here , or contact the  Moreno Valley Chamber of Commerce  at 951-697-4404, or by email at  office@movalchamber.org .
MoVal Rocks!/MoVal Movies Series
Tonight: Hollywood Blonde and
Ralph Breaks the Internet
This summer’s edition of MoVal Rocks!/MoVal Movies at the Conference & Recreation Center is well underway. Tonight (Friday, August 2) you can enjoy the classic-rock sounds of Hollywood Blonde at 6:45 and a showing of the movie Ralph Breaks the Internet starting at 8:30 .

This FREE family-friendly event series wraps up next week, August 9, with a special ArtFest at 6 p.m., then Nueva Era (Latin/Top 40) at 6:45 and The Lego Movie 2 - The Second Part at 8:30.

Learn about the many recreation opportunities the City provides under Parks & Community Services on the City website .
New Car Pros Kia Dealership
to Bring New Jobs!
Good news for local job-seekers as Car Pros plans to open a Kia auto dealership and service facility at the Moreno Valley Auto Mall.
 
“When Kia approached us about the opportunity in Moreno Valley, we couldn’t have been more excited," said Car Pros CEO Matthew Phillips. "We love what’s going on in this town. We love the location and the growth in population and jobs.” 

The new Car Pros Kia will generate new tax revenue for the City and is expected to employ up to 100 people . Construction is set to begin later this year with an anticipated opening date of summer 2020 .
Enjoy "National Night Out"
Tuesday at Celebration Park
Please come and join MoVal Police for a night of family fun and community building at this year's National Night Out, Tuesday, August 6, at Celebration Park .

This annual community get-together is a chance for residents and police officers to get to know each other and interact under positive circumstances.

This FREE , family-friendly event will feature carnival games, giveaways, bounce houses, music, Mounted Posse Patrol, police K-9s, fire personnel and a variety of food vendors.

The fun gets underway at 6 p.m!
Ridiculously Hot Weather Coming:
Some Common-Sense Tips
Our rolling summer heat wave is ready to crash down on us again this weekend, with temps expected to hit 100+. Here are a few common-sense tips that might help you "weather the weather" at least a little more comfortably, and a lot more safely.

  • It's WAY too hot for strenuous activity! Just accept the heat defeat and take it easy.
  • Stay out of the sun: Seems obvious, but we get used to being out in it every day.
  • Dizziness, headache, cramps, etc., are all heat-exhaustion warning signs: Take them seriously.
  • Cool your home naturally: Open windows at night, if you feel safe, and close them during the day.
  • Close curtains or blinds before the sun comes streaming through.

MoVal residents can also take refuge from 100-degree temperatures at our "Cooling Center" located at the Moreno Valley Senior Center, 25075 Fir Ave. , Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
You Got an Interview? Great!
Now Learn How to Nail It!
They say that success in a job interview is pretty much determined in the first minute or so. Attend this FREE workshop to learn how to do and be your very best and get that job !

  • Practice effective interviewing skills.
  • Learn proper interview etiquette -- very important!
  • Discover how to build rapport, emphasize your skills and overcome fears.
  • Prepare with mock interviews.

Tues., August 6, 10 - 11 a.m.
Moreno Valley Employment Resource Center
12625 Frederick St., Suite K-3

Please register online at Eventbrite . Visit moval.org/erc, email EDteam@moval.org or call 951-413-3000 for more information.
Pet of the Week Video:
Hank, the Brave!
Meet Hank (A497787) . This handsome, long-haired boy is one of the lucky felines who survived the ordeal of being held in neglectful conditions by a suspected cat hoarder. But you'd never know what he's been through based on his sweet disposition and playful and curious nature .

Hank is a happy survivor just looking for a human companion to love him. Isn't it time he finally finds the love and care he deserves? Hank is waiting for you right now!

Please visit the Moreno Valley Animal Shelter located at 14041 Elsworth St. to inquire about adopting brave little Hank or other cats and dogs searching for life companions. Animal Services can be reached at 951-413-3790 .