Beaumont eNewsletter - September 2021

eNEWSLETTER

SEPTEMBER 2021

Mayor Lara's 2021 State of the City

On Wednesday, August 25, Mayor Lara presented the 2021 State of the City, at the Annual Chamber of Commerce State of the City Luncheon. The presentation highlighted many of the City’s achievements for 2020 and 2021, such as:

Saving property taxpayers nearly $6 million in CFD fees through reductions and refinancing since 2017
Completing $11.3 million in Capital Improvement Projects with another $24.3 million programmed through 2026
Completing 79 lane miles of street improvements since 2019 with another 73 lane miles programmed in the next year

"Today we have a vision, to improve the quality of life while making progress for a better tomorrow. We now have a balanced budget, with a reserve. We have both a fiscal and a sustainability plan and a robust capital improvement plan," stated Mayor Lara.

2021 STATE OF THE CITY

Small Business Ambassador Program

The City of Beaumont invites local small business owners to join the Small Business Ambassadors working group. This group will meet to discuss needs, challenges, and opportunities in Beaumont.

An open discussion will be the cornerstone of the program. We encourage discussion amongst our business owners with both the City and each other. During the program, the City will provide updates on capital projects and other exciting news impacting local business.

The first meeting of the Small Business Ambassadors will be held on Wednesday, October 6, 2021, from 8:00 am to 9:30 am. at the Beaumont Civic Center, located at 550. E. 6th Street. Coffee and pastries will be provided. For more information, please contact Kyle Warsinski at (951)769-8527 or email kylew@beaumontca.gov

Elevate Your Career - Join Team Beaumont!

Interested in working with the public to make a positive impact in your community? If so, you're invited to consider the following employment opportunities:

We are looking for friendly detail-oriented individuals to join our team at the Beaumont Civic Center!

Customer Service Coordinator - NEW
Senior Accountant
Recreation Specialist
Street Maintenance Worker
On-Call Bus Driver
Lateral Public Safety Dispatcher
Lateral Police Officer
Reserve Police Officer
Police Cadet

The City of Beaumont is a local employer of choice, offering fulfilling career opportunities with competitive wages and benefits. Don't see your dream job? Sign up for future employment opportunity notifications at governmentjobs.com/careers/beaumontca

Ditch the Commute - Work Local!

The Community Job Fair will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Beaumont Civic Center, located at 550 E. 6th Street. Attendees are urged to dress professionally and bring resumes, as some employers may conduct on-site interviews. For questions, please contact the Economic Development Department at (951) 769-8527.

Interested in hosting a booth?

The employment event is open to all local businesses and employment agencies interested in placement within Beaumont. Participation is free; the booth includes a 6-foot table and two chairs. We look forward to assisting you in recruiting local talent.

Career and Employment Outreach Services

Available at the Civic Center

The City of Beaumont is pleased to partner with the Mt. San Jacinto Community College (MSJC) in 2021 and 2022 to provide career and employment outreach services to the residents of Beaumont.

The MSJC Mobile Career Center (MCC) is equipped with state-of-the-art technology that can help first-time career seekers and career changers make successful career and life choices. The MCC and MSJC Career Center staff will be available at the Beaumont Civic Center from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the second Thursday* of each month through July 2022.

Services offered:

Career search assistance
Resume building
Mock interviews
Employment soft skills
Continuing education information

The Beaumont Civic Center is located at 550 E. 6th Street. For questions regarding the Mobile Career Center and workforce development training in Beaumont, please contact Kyle Warsinski, Economic Development Manager, at (951) 769-8527.

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*Schedule Modification: The Career Center will be held on the first Thursday for the months of November and December only.

Earthquake Warning California

Don’t let an earthquake catch you off guard! The California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) launched the first-ever statewide public earthquake warning system, Earthquake Warning California. Californians can receive earthquake warnings with the state’s free MyShake App.

How Does it Work?

The MyShake App uses technology that includes seismic sensors located deep in the ground. When shaking is detected, the system issues a warning to nearby mobile devices.

When you receive an earthquake warning alert or start to feel shaking, be sure to drop, cover, and hold on until shaking stops. When seeking cover, make sure your entire body is underneath a sturdy table or desk, or get down near an interior wall or low-lying furniture that will not topple over. If driving, safely pull over to the side of the road and pull the parking brake.

To learn more about Earthquake Warning California, the MyShake App, or the other earthquake warning resources, visit earthquake.ca.gov

Powering Off for Wildfire Safety

When there are potentially dangerous weather conditions in fire-prone areas, SCE may need to call a PSPS event. During these events, SCE will proactively turn off power in high fire risk areas to reduce the threat of wildfires.

We recognize that PSPS events create hardships for our customers and communities, especially with so many people working and learning from home due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We have heard a clear message from our customers, regulators, government officials, and public safety partners that the company must do more to reduce the need for PSPS. We are currently looking at opportunities to expedite grid hardening to reduce the need for PSPS events and the risk of wildfires.

LEARN MORE ABOUT PSPS EVENTS

Free Battery Program for SCE Medical Baseline Customers

All Californians need to be prepared for potential outages, especially those who rely on electricity for medical devices and equipment and live in a high fire risk area.

Southern California Edison’s Medical Baseline customers can now have greater peace of mind with a clean, portable backup battery, with renewable charging from an accompanying solar panel, through the utility’s Critical Care Backup Battery Program.

Customers who may be eligible for the Critical Care Backup Battery Program must:

Live in a high fire risk area - Beaumont qualifies
Be enrolled in the Medical Baseline program
Be enrolled in an income-qualified program, such as California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) or Family Electric Rate Assistance (FERA)

“SCE wants to help empower our customers and communities to be as prepared as possible for potential outages caused by unexpected weather and other emergencies,” said Jessica Lim, SCE principal manager of Customer Programs and Services. “Programs and services, such as Critical Care Backup Battery, can help provide additional resiliency and support during these critical times.”

Customers who are not enrolled in an income-qualified program and do not meet the qualifications for the Critical Care Backup Battery Program can still check their eligibility for Medical Baseline online at sce.com/medicalbaseline.

To learn more about rebates and incentives for portable power solutions, including the Critical Care Backup Battery Program, customers should visit sce.com/customerresources. Customers who are not enrolled in an income-qualified program can learn more on how they can apply by visiting sce.com/careandfera

September is Rail Safety Month

"See Tracks, Think Train!"

While the speed and power of trains make for a fantastic commute and way to transport goods, it can also be deadly for distracted cyclists, drivers and pedestrians. In fact, California leads the nation in railroad-related injuries and deaths. This is why the Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) and California Operation Lifesaver (CAOL) want you to remember when you, “See Tracks? Think Train!”

Here are a few rail safety facts you need to know:

Trespassing on train tracks is not only dangerous and can lead to serious injury, it is also illegal!
You may not always be able to hear a train coming, which is why it’s important to stay off and away from tracks.
It can take a train up to a mile to come to a complete stop. If an object or person is on the tracks and the train can’t stop in time, unfortunately, a collision may occur.

Please talk to your family and friends about the dangers of trespassing on railroad tracks. You can find more information at www.caol.us. Once again, that is www.caol.us. Thank you.

CHIEF'S CORNER | CITIZENS ACADEMY

Want to gain insight into how the Beaumont Police Department operates? If so, the Citizens Academy is for you! The 6-week program is designed to educate participants on the how's and whys of your police department operations and services.

The Beaumont Police Department has found education is key in gaining understanding and support from the community. The Citizens Academy provides individuals who live or work in Beaumont an opportunity to be more involved with the police department and gain insight into how the Beaumont Police Department operates. The academy also provides our officers and staff with an opportunity to get to know our residents, so that we can remain responsive to the needs of our community.

What Type of Information is Covered in Class?

The curriculum program provides graduates with an understanding of the issues facing law enforcement and how the police approach various problems with a "mini" police academy format. The curriculum and lectures include:

911 Communications and Dispatch
Property & Evidence
Records
Community Engagement
Task Forces
K-9 Program
Traffic Enforcement
Homeless Outreach
School Resource Officer
Business Liaison Officer
Investigations
Use of Force/Demonstrations
Station Tour
Issues Facing Law Enforcement

The academy begins Monday, October 4, 2021. Courses are held on Monday nights from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Each night will include new information about the department, including presentations and demonstrations from officers. At the end of the academy, all participants will receive a certificate.

LEARN MORE

COMMUNITY SERVICES

Parks & Rec and Beaumont Transit

The City of Beaumont and the Beaumont Police Department will host the annual Trunk or Treat event on October 31 from 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. at the Beaumont Sports Park. Local businesses and organizations will line the parking lot to hand out candy and goodies as kids and families walk through dressed in costume.

Families, businesses, groups, and student organizations are invited to distribute candy and goodies during the event. Creativity is encouraged as there will be contests for “Best Trunk” and “Best Costume.” Interested groups should contact Beaumont Parks and Recreation at (951)769-8524 or email parks@beaumontca.gov

Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony

On Thursday, November 11, 2021, the City of Beaumont will host a Veterans Day Parade along Beaumont Avenue and 6th Street.

The inaugural parade begins at 10:00 a.m. at the intersection of 12th Street & Beaumont Avenue. All entries will honor and pay tribute to the men and women who have bravely served our nation in the United States Armed Forces. Viewing areas are available along the parade route with the announcers’ booths located at the Beaumont Chamber of Commerce and the Beaumont Civic Center.

Immediately following the parade, Beaumont will host the third annual Veterans Day Ceremony on the front lawn of the Beaumont Civic Center. The event is scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m. with a welcome reception followed by remarks from local dignitaries. The entire community is encouraged to attend the ceremony and show their appreciation for our Veterans.

Beaumont Announces Grand Marshal

The City of Beaumont is pleased to announce that the Grand Marshal of Beaumont’s Inaugural Veterans Day Parade will be local Veteran and Purple Heart recipient Paul St. Martin.

Paul St. Martin was inducted into the United States Army in May 1965. After attending the Leadership Academy, Advanced Infantry Training, and Jump School, Paul was assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division.

In December 1965, Paul received orders to Vietnam where he proudly served with the 1st Cavalry Division; the same division in which General Custer served. Paul was part of an Air Mobile Division and received the Air Medal for completing more than 25 missions over enemy territory. During his deployment in Vietnam, Paul rose to the rank of E5 Sergeant and was awarded a Purple Heart.

After 13 months in Vietnam, Paul was assigned to the 196th Infantry in Fort Benning, Georgia where he was involved in training exercises for OCS candidates and Rangers. Paul was honorably discharged from the service in May 1967.

The experience he gained, within the Leadership Academy and in combat, has proven instrumental to the successes Paul has had in his career, including Plant Engineering for an aerospace company and owning a successful construction and manufacturing company.

Paul and his wife, Deborah, moved to Beaumont in December 2003 as one of the early residents in Solera. He has proudly served on the Beaumont Planning Commission for over 12 years and the Riverside County Flood Control Commission for 10 years.

Programming Returns to the CRC!

The Beaumont Parks and Recreation Department is excited to welcome residents back to the CRC for in-person classes and programs! Please visit our website at beaumontca.recdesk.com for online registration and current schedule information!

NEW - Junior Ballet

Mondays

Parent & Me | 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm

Introductory Ballet | 5:15 pm - 6:00 pm

$50 per month

Basketball

Monday | 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm

Wednesday | 11 am to 1 pm

Recreation Pass Required*

Bingo

Friday | 10:30 am to 11:30 am

50 cents donation per card

Chair Yoga

Tuesday/Thursday | 1 pm to 1:45 pm

$8 per class - pre-registration required

Cookie Decorating

Adult and youth cooking decorating with royal icing. Schedule varies.

$30 - $45 per person per class

Fit After 50

Monday/Wednesday/Friday | 9:15 am to 10:15 am

Recreation Pass Required*

Pickleball

Monday | 11 am to 1 pm

Tuesday | 8 am to 10 am

Recreation Pass Required*

*RECREATION PASSES

Recreation activities now require a Recreation Pass. Passes can be purchased for $10 per month/per activity. For questions on becoming a member, please speak with the front desk receptionist. Become a member now by registering on beaumontca.recdesk.com

Walmart Bus Shelter Renovation

The Walmart bus stop rehabilitation is underway! While crews work to expand and beautify this regional connection point, Beaumont Transit, Banning Connect, RTA, and Sunline will be utilizing the Sonic cut-out for the Walmart time point. In addition, all agencies will be using RTA stop (in front of Raising Canes) as a sweep pick-up only.

The upgraded shelter will feature two 24ft shelters, new benches, trash cans, bicycle racks, an information kiosk and updated landscaping. We look forward to bringing these enhancements to this regional transit connection point.