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Community News & Activity Guide

INSIDE: Summer community events Economic Development update Summer camps and classes

Greetings Menifee Residents: Summer 2016 is upon us and Menifee continues to thrive and grow. The city’s new official population is 89,004 residents, a 2.9 percent increase over last year!

SUMMER 2016

Menifee Matters is published by the City of Menifee in three editions: Spring, Summer and Fall. On the cover: Menifee’s Independence Day event is set for July 2 at 4 pm (note the earlier start time). Grab your red, white and blue and join the fun!

TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S City Resources Directory

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Stay Connected

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City News

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Public Works Update

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Economic Development Update

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Menifee Special Events

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Community Services

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55 & Better

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Waste Management News

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Menifee Facility Rentals

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Parks, Recreation Centers and Libraries

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As we welcome more neighbors to the city, Menifee is quite literally building community, as you can see from the construction all around town. Motorists survived the “Menifee Merge” this spring so contractors could begin constructing the new, larger Newport Road/I-215 overpass (see page 10). Multiple buildings and commercial centers are under construction, too, as city staff works to bring residents and visitors new restaurants, shopping options, attractions and amenities (see page 6 to learn more about this lengthy process). The city recently broke ground on the first city-owned and built Fire Station in the Sun City neighborhood. The Town Center Marketplace shopping center at Newport and Haun Roads is set to open this summer and work on the Shops at The Lakes on Newport and Laguna Vista Roads is underway as well. In addition to physical growth, residents may notice a stronger sense of community pride: More people are enjoying the city’s special events; the parks are bustling with barbeques, parties and kids playing; and more people than ever before (400!) volunteered at the spring Menifee Better Together event. The Community Services Department has an exciting line-up of summertime events and activities planned for the entire family (see page 8). Join the fun and stop by the city’s special event booth to say hello. Menifee is headed in the right direction; however, current general fund expenditures will outpace revenue projections starting this upcoming fiscal year. This equates to no new police officers in the next year. We will continue to do our best with what we have, but are concerned about our upcoming revenue shortfall. Our lost Vehicle License Fee (VLF) of over $4 million per year, taken away by the Governor, is severely impacting our ability to make necessary traffic, street, pothole and infrastructure improvements. Even with our financial challenges, it is both humbling and exciting to be part of a new community, shaping and defining itself for generations to come.

Menifee City Council Scott Mann, Mayor [email protected]

Sincerely,

Greg August, Mayor Pro Tem, District 1 [email protected] John Denver, Councilmember, District 4 [email protected] Matt Liesemeyer, Councilmember, District 2 [email protected] Lesa Sobek, Councilmember, District 3 [email protected]

City Council webpage

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Robert Johnson Menifee City Manager

City Manager’s webpage

CIT Y RE SO URCES D IRE CTO RY Emergencies

Dial 9-1-1

City Hall General Information

(951) 672-6777

Animal Control Services

(951) 674-0618

Animal Shelter

(951) 358-7387

Building Inspection [email protected]

(951) 246-6213

Code Enforcement Hotline

(951) 246-6214

Community Services Department

(951) 723-3880

Kay Ceniceros Senior Center

(951) 672-9673

Lazy Creek Recreation Center

(951) 679-8092

Here’s how to stay up-to-date with the latest news from the City of Menifee.

Police (Non-Emergency)

(951) 776-1099

Website: www.cityofmenifee.us

Public Works (Non-Emergency)

(951) 246-6215

Street Scene Hotline (Streets and Graffiti Reporting)

(951) SAFE-999

There are three public libraries in Menifee operated by the County of Riverside. For library hours and more information, please visit www.rivlib.info. Paloma Valley Library (next to Paloma Valley High School) 31375 Bradley Road | Menifee, CA 92584

STAY CONNECTED

City’s webpage

Social Media www.facebook.com/cityofmenifeeus www.twitter.com/cityofmenifee Menifee Matters Available at community centers, libraries, City Hall or via PDF on the website. Register for recreation classes/activities online at

Romoland Library (next to Heritage High School) 26001 Briggs Road | Menifee, CA 92585

www.cityofmenifee.us/register.

Sun City Library (in the Cherry Hills Plaza Shopping Center) 26982 Cherry Hills Road | Menifee, CA 92586

Get news delivered to your inbox. Register at www.cityofmenifee.us.

Attend a City Council/ Planning Commission meeting City Council meets first and third Wednesdays. Planning Commission meets second and fourth Wednesdays. Both meet in City Hall at 7 pm, unless otherwise noted.

City Hall Holiday Closures

BRANDMAN UNIVERSITY’S ACCREDITATIONS INCLUDE: • Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) • Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE)

FIND OUT MORE! 951-297-1383 [email protected]

Brandman University, a part of the Chapman University System, is a private, nonprofit institution accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Senior College and University Commission, that offers academic programs both online and at over 25 campuses throughout California and Washington.

January 1 New Year’s Day January 18 MLK Day February 15 President’s Day May 30 Memorial Day July 4 Independence Day (Council/Planning Commission meetings dark in July) September 5 Labor Day October 10 Columbus Day November 11 Veterans Day November 24 & 25 Thanksgiving Holiday December 23 & 26 Christmas Holiday

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CITY NEWS

Menifee honored as 2016 Playful City USA community Playful City USA is a national recognition program that honors cities and towns across the country for taking bold steps that make it easy for all kids to get the balanced and active play they need to thrive. These communities are recognized for their efforts to create more playable, family-friendly cities. Menifee was one of 31 new cities, 257 total nationwide, to receive this designation and was recognized for projects like Living Healthy Better Community and Parks Master Plan. “It’s a huge honor to be named a Playful City USA,” said Menifee Mayor Scott Mann. “It not only validates the many programs staff is implementing to encourage Menifee residents to get outside and be active, it also makes the city eligible to apply for large grants to help fund more programs and initiatives to promote an active youth community.”

Playground, trail, park shelter and tree trimming projects prepare Menifee for outdoor summer fun Menifee’s Community Services Department is gearing up for a fun, busy outdoor summer by completing multiple community enhancement projects. These important maintenance and improvement projects were identified as priority projects in the recently approved Parks Master Plan. New tot-lot: Young children, ages two to five years, will enjoy the colorful, new tot-lot playground and rubberized surface at Lazy Creek Park. The enclosed tot-lot is situated next to the Lazy Creek Recreation Center and is used by the Tiny Tot program. The tot-lot is open for public use when the program is not in session. The Tiny Tot program, for ages three to five years, emphasizes youth development, recreation, fun and parent engagement. Funding for the tot-lot project comes from Park Development Impact Fees (DIF), not through the city’s general fund. For more information about the Tiny Tot Summer program, see page 9. Trail Improvement Project: Work on the popular Paloma Wash Trail, a 2.1-mile (round trip) running, walking and biking trail along Haun Road from Newport to Holland Roads, adjacent to the new Town Center Marketplace, was completed in May. Contractors filled cracks and added a new slurry seal cover, striping and permanent trail distance signage. The trail improvements were funded by Trails Development Impact Fees (DIF), not through the city’s general fund. Trees and park amenities: Menifee’s Parks Department completed a large tree-trimming project and added additional picnic shelters and amenities in two local parks. The tree-trimming project included work in four parks, along one street and in one street median. New picnic shelters, barbeques, trash cans and picnic benches were installed at E.L. Pete Peterson and Lyle Marsh Parks. Picnic shelters in Menifeeowned parks are available to rent for parties and events, please see page 14 for details. Funding for this project was provided by Park Development Impact Fees (DIF), not through the city’s general fund.

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PUBLIC WORKS UPDATE

What’s in it for you?

Newport Road / Interstate 215 project update

10 Capital Improvement Program projects 4 Projects completed 1 Project under construction 5 Projects in design $170 Million investment in the community Holland Road Overpass project moves forward

Menifee Merge-d! This spring, motorists conquered the Menifee Merge, a new traffic pattern on Newport Road from Haun to Antelope Roads. Traffic in both directions was diverted onto the north side of the overpass for the dramatic teardown of the eastbound lanes.

This spring, the city issued a Draft Initial Study and Proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration notice for the Holland Road/Interstate 215 Overcrossing project. The community was encouraged to review and provide public comment on the state-mandated document.

Contractors are now working on building the eastbound bridge and the entire interchange project is on track to be completed this winter. Traffic on the overpass will continue to be diverted until the project is nearly complete.

The Holland Road/I-215 Overcrossing project, part of the $170 million Menifee Moving Capital Improvement Program (CIP), will construct another, much needed, I-215 freeway overcrossing, providing an additional east/west thoroughfare in Menifee to help reduce traffic congestion. The project is located along Holland Road from Haun Road to Hanover Lane.

Newport Road West Widening project to begin

Specifically, the proposed project will construct a new four-lane overcrossing at Holland Road that will span the I-215 freeway and Antelope Road. Additionally, the proposed project will realign Willowood Way; re-stripe Hanover Lane and Albion Lane; construct an access road for existing businesses on the west side of I-215; and provide and relocate essential utilities. A temporary construction laydown area is proposed at the north and south portion of Holland Road at Haun Road. The estimated $20 million CIP project will be funded by Road, Bridge, Benefit District (RBBD) and Developer Impact Fees (DIF) and is expected to start later this year, once final funding is secured.

This summer, contractors will begin phase one of pre-construction work for the Newport Road West Widening project. It’s the sixth of 10 Menifee Moving Capital Improvement Program projects to be built. Newport Road will be repaired and resurfaced from Bradley to Murrieta Roads. Contractors will also lay cable to prepare the streetlights for synchronized timing. Phase two of the project begins this winter, which includes reconstruction, repaving and resurfacing parts of Newport Road from Haun to Murrieta Roads. The project will add a new, partial, third eastbound lane fronting Menifee Town Center and prepare the road for synchronized stoplight timing. The $5 million CIP project is funded through Measure A restricted funds for transportation and is expected to be completed in Spring 2017.

For construction information, visit the city’s website at www.cityofmenifee.us or call (951) 672-6777. cityofmenifeeus cityofmenifee Menifee Moving

Public Works webpage

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UPDATE 118 commercial/retail/residential projects are in

Menifee’s Economic Snapshot • • • • •

$400 million sales tax leakage to neighboring cities Population: Nearly 90,000 Median Age: 37 years Area: 46.4 square miles Average Household Income: $67,318 – up 14.5% since 2008 • Median New Home Price: $350,000+ – values are 26% higher than U.S. average • Menifee public schools ranked second in Southwest Riverside County in test scores

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1 Town Center Marketplace Opening Summer 2016 A 12.2-acre, 100,000-square-foot project featuring Aldi, PetSmart, Party City, Active Ride Shop, Buffalo Wild Wings, Sonic Drive-In, Krispy Kreme, El Pollo Loco, The Habit and more. 2 Countryside Marketplace tenant improvements Opening Summer 2016 New shops opening this summer include Home Goods, Forever 21, Luxottica eyewear and The Dog Haus restaurant.

4 Menifee Lakes Plaza A 16-acre project anchored by LA Fitness, featuring retail shops and restaurants. 5 The Shoppes at Menifee Lakes A 14-acre project anchored by Stater Bros. Blue Ribbon store with a CVS pharmacy, restaurants and retail shops. 6 Rite Aid Plaza at Menifee Lakes/Archibald’s Drive-Thru

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UNDER CONSTRUCTION

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various stages of development in Menifee. Below are Menifee’s largest commercial projects that are being built or pending construction later this year.

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8 Menifee Town Center This 18-acre project features Krikorian Premier Theaters, with a restaurant, bowling alley and sports bar. The project also includes a new City of Menifee community park, the Riverside Mid-County Civil Courthouse, new homes and the future site for a new City Hall.

10 Menifee Crossroads Anchored by Super Walmart with additional retail shops. 11 Commerce Point Menifee A 825,000-square-foot business park that will feature light industrial, business-to-business and retail businesses. 12 Menifee Village Shopping Center This 27-acre center will feature retail shops and pad opportunities. 13 Heritage Square Shopping Center A 16-acre neighborhood shopping center featuring a supermarket, drugstore, retail shops and restaurants. 14 The Shops at Newport This center will include Rosati’s Italian Restaurant and additional service/retail shop space and pad opportunities.

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15 Walmart Walmart, retail shops and pad opportunities are proposed here.

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Economic Development explained

BRINGING BUSINESS TO MENIFEE STEP ONE Make contact with Menifee’s wish list of new businesses. NO. Economic Development

“Attracting a new business to Menifee is a delicate dance of finding a business or corporation that is ready to expand, has capital and feels Menifee is a good fit for their business expansion plans.”

Menifee’s Economic Development team is working to attract new businesses, amenities and industries to Menifee to provide local – Gina Gonzalez Economic Development jobs, dining, entertainment Manager and shopping opportunities, along with a diverse retail base. In addition to creating a community where residents can work, dine and shop locally, the City of Menifee benefits from sales tax revenues on purchases. These revenues are used for public safety and city services. While city staff works from a detailed plan to attract specific businesses and industries to Menifee, it is important to note that ultimately the city does not have the final say about what businesses choose to locate in Menifee. Because we live in a democratic, free-market society, any business that purchases or leases a site and abides by the city codes may do business in Menifee, and landowners may sell or lease to whomever they choose.

Is your business expanding in SoCal?

STEP TWO YES! We are interested in Menifee (go to step two)

Property Selection Site location steps: • Understand business needs • Site tour/property showing • Connect business to broker or landowners • Incentivize business or landowners

WE FOUND A SITE! • Property negotiations begin • Aquire business or construction loan • Business purchases or leases property

STEP THREE Plans/Internal Review Economic Development staff assist businesses every step of the way

Project development from vision/concept to opening is a very long process that can take years to complete. “Attracting a new business to Menifee is a delicate dance of finding a business or corporation that is ready to expand, has capital and feels Menifee is a good fit for their business expansion plans,” says Economic Development Manager Gina Gonzalez. “Once a business decides to launch in Menifee, the next step is finding a suitable, available location. Economic Development is one part science, mixed with one part art, sprinkled with opportunity.”

will follow up with you to revisit your business plan.

If NO agreement, new site selection begins

• Pre-application at the city • Submit design plans and studies for review • Provide construction documents for review • City reviews, with Economic Development assistance, and approves or makes necessary changes • Planning Commission approves

STEP FOUR STEP FIVE Hiring & Opening

Welcome to Menifee!

Construction! Construction may take 6-12 months (depending if it is a tenant improvement or ground-up construction)

Economic Development webpage

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SPECIAL EVENTS FREE

FAMILY CAMP OUT Saturday, June 11 through Sunday, June 12 Enjoy a family-oriented movie while experiencing Menifee’s beautiful parks. See back cover for movies.

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Check-in 3 pm Saturday, Check-out Noon on Sunday

$13 for campers 12 years and older or $50 for family of four New and improved overnight camping! Activities include an evening dinner, breakfast on Sunday morning, family activities, games, arts and crafts, movie in the park, a family scavenger hunt and so much s’mores. Don’t miss out. Space is limited, register in advance at www.cityofmenifee.us/register or (951) 723-3880.

FREE

BRING THE KIDS AND HAVE SOME OUTDOOR FUN at the Lazy Creek Community Center. The entire family will enjoy group games, arts and crafts and organized activities.

July 13 | Olympics Celebrate the start of the 2016 Summer Olympics as we host a variety of summer-themed sports and activities.

August 2 | Family Game Show Come test your skill and knowledge as we play a variety of popular game shows!

Event begins at 4 pm •

Saturday, July 2, 2016 Wheatfield Park Parade at 5 pm • Fireworks at 9 pm See back cover for details.

OPEN MAY 28 - SEPTEMBER 11 Weekends ONLY: May 28 - June 12 and Aug. 21 - Sep. 11 Daily: June 13 - Aug. 20 Hours: Monday - Friday 10 am - 5 pm, 6 pm weekends Operation days and times are subject to change.

Please check www.dropzonewaterpark.com for updated information. 2165 Trumble Road • Perris, CA 92570 • (951) 210-1600

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COMMUNITY SERVICES

Community Services Department

Includes the Excursion! Excursions are also open to the public.

Exciting Excursions are included with camp registration! Summer Adventures Camp provides a safe, supervised and positive environment for campers to enjoy exciting themed activities, arts & crafts, water activities, video games, outdoor fun, competitions and sports. Campers attend a weekly excursion, included in camp fees. Lunch is not included. Instructors: CPR/AED-certified city staff. Location: Lazy Creek Recreation Center, 26480 Lazy Creek Road. Ages: 6 - 12 years Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm Residents: $60 per child/per session Non-Residents: $70 per child/per session Early drop off at 8 am: $5 per child/per week Extended-care pick up to 6 pm: $5 per child/per week

Session 1: June 13 - 17 Session 2: June 20 - 24 Session 3: June 27 - July 1 Session 4: July 5 - 8 (no camp July 4) Session 5: July 11 - 15 Session 6: July 18 - 22 Session 7: July 25 - 29 Session 8: August 1 - 5

Summer Excursions

Designed to excite, engage and challenge young adventure seekers! Excursions are open to all residents ages 6+, not exclusively for camp participants. NOTE: Excursion fee is for non-camp participants only. Lunch is not included, unless noted. Approximate excursion times are 9 am - 3 pm (will vary based on location) Date Excursion Location (R) Fee (NR) Fee June 15 Aerosports $22 $25 June 22 Mulligans $22 $25 June 29 San Diego Padres* $25 $28 July 7 Western Science Center $22 $25 July 13 San Diego Safari Park $20 $25 July 20 Drop Zone Water Park* $22 $25 July 27 Bowling $22 $25 August 3 “Finding Dory” Movie $12 $15 * San Diego Padres excursion includes a Camp Parade Walk on the field! * Drop Zone excursion includes all-day wristband and lunch.

TINY TOTS SUMMER CAMP Hands-on activities give younger campers the opportunity to explore their sensory awareness through a variety of indoor/outdoor experiences. Camp features games, art, singing, stories, water play and more. Limited space available on a first-come, first-served basis. Online and walk-in registration begins May 23. Ages: 3 - 5 years and fully potty trained Fee: $50 per child/per two-week session; (NR) $58 per child/per session Schedule: Tuesday - Thursday, 8:30 - 10:30 am or 11 am - 1 pm

29995 Evans Road, Menifee West Annex Bldg. (951) 723-3880

Community Services webpage

Activity Registration Two Easy Ways to Register: ONLINE www.cityofmenifee.us/register – Use the new four-digit class code to quickly find classes. WALK IN Walk in to any of Menifee’s community centers during regular business hours to register.

Payment & Fees • Pay with Visa, Mastercard, Discover, check, money order or cash. • A 20% non-resident (NR) fee is assessed for all on-site classes. A non-resident applies to anyone living outside Menifee’s incorporated boundaries. • A $55 administration fee is charged for any returned checks.

Refund/Credit/Transfer Policy • Full reimbursement/refunds will be issued ONLY for classes that have been cancelled by the city and NOT for participant absences. • Please allow 4-6 weeks processing for all refunds. • Approved refunds are subject to $10 administrative fee per participant, per activity. • If you are unable to attend or are not satisfied with a class, you may transfer to another class (if space is available) at no additional charge.

Lazy Creek Recreation Center 26480 Lazy Creek Road • (951) 679-8092 Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm Community Services Coordinator: Michael Rinehart, Jr.

Youth Advisory Committee Menifee youth between 15 and 25 years old are encouraged to make a difference in the community by participating in the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC). The YAC promotes public service and community involvement by and for Menifee youth. Deadline to apply: Friday, August 26 Applications available at www.cityofmenifee.us Call (951)723-3880 for more information.

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Summer Classes and Programs

PARENT & ME CLASSES

DANCE

Parent & Me Taekwondo

Location: West Annex Multipurpose Room, 29995 Evans Road Instructor: Making Moves

Beginner: Ballet

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Ages: 3 - 5 years | Fee: $40 (R), $48 (NR) 5859 5860 5861 5868 5869 5870

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Jun. 3 - 24 Jul. 8 - 29 Aug 5 - 26 Jun. 7 - 28 Jul. 5 - 26 Aug. 2 - 23

10:30 - 11 am 10:30 - 11 am 10:30 - 11 am 9:15 - 9:45 am 9:15 - 9:45 am 9:15 - 9:45 am

Intermediate: Ballet Ages: 6 - 11 years | Fee: $45 (R), $54 (NR) 5894 5896 5897

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Jun. 8 - 29 Jul. 6 - 27 Aug. 3 - 24

4 - 4:45 pm 4 - 4:45 pm 4 - 4:45 pm

Ages: 3 - 5 years | Fee: $40 (R), $48 (NR) Fri. Fri. Fri.

Jun. 3 - 24 Jul. 8 - 29 Aug. 5 - 26

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8:30 - 9 am 8:30 - 9 am

Parent & Me Intro - Dance Location: West Annex Multipurpose Room, 29995 Evans Road Instructor: Making Moves Ages: 2 - 3 years | Fee: $40 (R), $48 (NR) 5861 5862 5863

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Jun. 3 - 24 Jul. 8 - 29 Aug. 5 - 26

10 - 10:30 am 10 - 10:30 am 10 - 10:30 am

Parent & Me Horseback Riding Lessons Location: The Riding Academy, 30300 Garbani Road Ages: 4 - 8 years | Fee: starting at $75 (R); $90 (NR) 5827 5828 5829

Beginner: Hip Hop 5898 5899 5900

Location: Community Services West Annex, 29995 Evans Road Instructor: Jennifer Sanchez Ages: 2 - 4 years with parent/grandparent | Fee: $35 (R), $42 (NR)

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Jun. 1 - 15 Aug. 3 - 17 Sep. 7 -21

5 - 6 pm 5 - 6 pm 5-6p

11 - 11:30 am 11 - 11:30 am 11 - 11:30 am

Beginner: Kids Combo Dance Class Ages: 3 - 5 years | Fee: $45 (R), $54 (NR) 5902 5903 5904

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Jun. 9 - 30 Jul. 7 - 28 Aug. 4 - 25

Intermediate: Kids Combo Dance Class This combo class includes a variety of dance styles and routines. Ages: 6 - 8 years | Fee: $45 (R), $54 (NR) 5865 5866 5867

Wed. Wed. Wed.

Jun. 8 -29 Jul. 6 - 27 Aug. 3 - 24

3:15 - 4 pm 3:15 - 4 pm 3:15 - 4 pm

DOG TRAINING Location: Lazy Creek Patio and Multipurpose Room, 26480 Lazy Creek Road Instructor: Teri Harvey, All-American Dog Training Certified Ages: 10 years and up* | Fee: $85 (R), $102 (NR)

Arts Council Menifee

* Anyone under 18 must have a guardian present. Please make sure to have supplies before the first meeting date. First class meeting will be for owners/ trainers only, no dogs.

Enjoy FREE arts classes such as Paint Like the Masters, Author’s Annex and Word Matters, and more brought to you by ACM. Register at www.artscouncilmenifee.org. Interested in teaching? Contact ACM at [email protected].

Dog Training/Manners

Arts Council Menifee (ACM) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing the arts to Menifee and Menifee artists to the public.

Large dogs must be 5 months and older; small dogs 6 months and older. 5838

Jul. 7 - Aug 11

7 - 8 pm

Puppy Training Puppies must be at least 12 weeks old to participate and no older than 6 months. 5837

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HORSEBACK RIDING

Bootie Camp

Location: The Riding Academy, 30300 Garbani Road

Horseback Riding Lessons 101 Learn how to groom, saddle and ride on our wonderful lesson horses. Please arrive 10 minutes early and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Helmets are provided. Ages: 9 years & up | Fee: starting at $110 (R), $132 (NR) 5823 5824 5825

Sat. Sat. Sat.

Jun. 4 - 25 Jul. 2 - 30 Aug. 6 - 27

8 - 9 am 8 - 9 am 8 - 9 am

Summer Horse Day Camp Learn how to groom, saddle and ride on our wonderful lesson horses. Please arrive 10 minutes early and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Helmets are provided. Ages: 5 - 16 years | Fee: $50/day (R), $60/day (NR) Monday - Friday

Jun. 20 - Jul. 22

8 am - 3 pm

See “Parent & Me” section on page 10 for more horseback riding lessons.

Bootie Camp is a bootie and core workout program focusing on muscle control and the use of your own body’s resistance while incorporating breath control, focus and balance. Location: Spirit Park, Newport and Berea Roads Instructor: Lisa Tyhulski Ages: 18 years & up | Fee: 4100 (R), $120 (NR) 5842 5843 5844

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Jun. 6 - Jul. 4 Jul. 11 - Aug. 10 Aug. 15 - Sep. 14

8:30 - 9:30 am 8:30 - 9:30 am 8:30 - 9:30 am

Making Moves Dance Classes Location: West Annex Multipurpose Room, 29995 Evans Road Instructor: Making Moves Ages: 18 years & up Stretchalotez Jazz CIZE Ballet Barre Fitnesss Lyrical Cardio Hip-Hop

T/TH Tue. T/TH Wed. Thu./Sat. Thu. Sat.

10 - 11 am 6:30 - 7:30 pm 7:30 - 8:30 pm 7 - 8 pm 9:15 - 10 am 6:30 - 7:30 pm 10 - 10:45 am

Fee: $45 Fee: $55 Fee: $45 Fee: $55 Fee: $45 Fee: $55 Fee: $40

CalFire CPR/AED Class This course teaches cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED), and relief of foreign body airway obstruction (FBAO) for adult, child and infant victims. Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a certificate (AHA Heart Saver CPR card) for adult CPR/AED, valid for two years. Location: 26480 Lazy Creek Road | Instructor: CalFire Ages: 13 years & up | Fee: $40 (R), $50 (NR) 5240 5241 5855

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Jun. 15 Jul. 20 Aug. 18

6 - 10 pm 6 - 10 pm 6 - 10 pm

ADULT FITNESS Kundalini Yoga Focus on self-awareness and experience of our highest consciousness. Wear comfortable clothing and bring water and a yoga mat or towel. Location: West Annex Multipurpose Room, 29995 Evans Road Instructor: Kim Stern Ages: 18 years & up | Fee: starting at $39 (R), $46 (NR) 5841 5854 5856

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Jun. 1- 29 Jul. 10 - 31 Aug. 3 - 31

6 - 7:30 pm 6 - 7:30 pm 6 - 7:30 pm

TENNIS From youth to adults to seniors, we have something for everyone. Johnny Allen and his experienced instructors incorporate music and fun games to teach you valuable skills and techniques. Location: Spirit Park, Newport and Berea Roads Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays

Pee Wee Tennis Ages: 3 - 5 years | Fee: $79 (R), $95 (NR) 4:45 - 5:30 pm

Beginning Youth Tennis Ages: 6 - 11 years | Fee: $99 (R), $119 (NR) 5:30 - 6:30 pm

Intermediate/Advanced Youth Tennis Ages: 7 - 17 years | Fee: $129 (R), $155 (NR) 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Rockin’ Adult Tennis Ages: 18 years and older Fee: Tue. or Thu. - $69 (R), $83 (NR), T/TH - $99 (R), $113 (NR) 8:30 - 9:30 pm

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55 AND BETTER

KAY CENICEROS SENIOR CENTER 29995 Evans Road | Menifee, CA 92586 (951) 672-9673 | Hours: 8 am to 5 pm Community Services Coordinator: Aisha Jemmott-Wilson

Join the VIP Club to participate in Senior Center activities. All guests participating in activities, special events, clubs, or drop-in classes must complete a Key Ceniceros Senior Center “55 and better” registration form. The VIP Club is free and includes exclusive access to Senior Center special events, a first look at the Senior Center monthly FOCUS, and much more. Please see a staff member for more details.

Senior Center Special Events Events are held at the Kay Ceniceros Senior Center located at the corner of Newport and Evans Roads.

Geri-Fit® New Classes Added!

Classic Movies for Classic People | Free Enjoy a Hollywood classic on the third Friday of every month at 1:30 pm. Popcorn is included.

Senior Prom Friday, June 17 from 6 to 9 pm | $10 per person/$15 per couple Dance the night away to your favorite tunes played by a professional DJ. Take a memorable picture with your dance partner, or strike a pose in the KC photo booth using the fun assortment of props (pictures available to take home at end of dance). Light dinner and refreshments will be provided. Open to all Menifee seniors 55 and better.

Senior Ice Cream Social Friday, July 15 from 2 to 5 pm | Free Escape the heat and enjoy a delicious treat! Eight different flavors will be available while supplies last.

Senior Olympics Team Begins July 11, practices held Tue./Thu. from 4 to 5 pm Free to KC Senior Center seniors 55 and better. Interested in competing against other seniors in various Olympicstyle games – or simply get more active while enjoying good company? Join the Senior Olympics Team as they prepare for the Senior Olympics in the City of San Bernardino. Olympic competitions take place Oct. 7 - 14. Events include tennis, Wii bowling and a 5k/10k walk/walk-run. The team is led by a combination of staff and volunteers with fitness backgrounds.

Senior Nutrition Lunch Program: Lunch is served Mon. through Fri. at 11:30 am for those 60 years and up. Suggested donation: $3; under 60 years of age: $6. Residents must call the KC Center the day before the planned meal. Funded by your donations and a grant from the California Department of Aging. Provided by Family Services Association, contracted through the Riverside County Office on Aging. For more information, please contact the Kay Ceniceros Senior Center.

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These classes are designed for seniors of all abilities. Geri-Fit is a high-energy, low-impact exercise program designed to meet all seniors’ fitness needs. Register at www.gerifit.com or call (951) 694-6873. Mondays & Wednesdays | 10:30 am | $48 Dates: June 20 - July 18 No class July 4 July 20 - August 15 August 17 - September 14 No class September 5 or 19

KC Computer Lab – KC staff will offer classes about set-up and use of iPhones, iPads, Microsoft Office and email/ social media accounts.

Free!

• Tech Time with Staff: Mondays, 10 am to 2 pm • Computers 101: Tuesdays, 10 to 11 am • You’ve Got Mail: Wednesdays, 1 to 2 pm

Free Drop-In Senior Center activities daily – call for information or visit our website at www.cityofmenifee.us.

WASTE MANAGEMENT NEWS

Waste Management is a proud community partner with the City of Menifee

Get rid of hefty belongings around the house with FREE Bulky Item pickups! Waste Management offers each Menifee residence two bulky item pickups per year at no extra charge. Acceptable items: • Six or less items weighing up to 160 lbs. • Bulky items include: furniture, mattresses, appliances, washers, dryers, refrigerators*, TVs, lumber (cut into four-foot pieces and bundled) and oversized household solid waste. To schedule a pickup, please call 800-423-9986 at least two weekdays prior to your regular collection day. The night before a scheduled pickup, place bulky items at the curb. * Must have certified seal of Freon removal

2 Bulky Item Pickups per year

Other special services: Waste Management also offers these special services, which are available by contacting customer service at 800-423-9986. •

Free pickup of used motor oil generated in residential areas. Contact customer service at least 24 hours in advance of regular collection day.

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Trade in your green waste cart for a composting bin.

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Rent large bins for disposal of waste from home remodeling, major landscaping, roofing or other big household projects.

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Senior/Low-Volume Generator Rate – discounted rates are available for residents 65 years of age or older or low-volume generators of waste and recycling who use 64-gallon carts.

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Sharps – Waste Management’s sharps mailback program gives Menifee residents a convenient and responsible way to dispose of needles, lancets and other sharps.

For more information, call WM Customer Service at 800-423-9986 or visit www.keepinginlandempireclean.com. The City of Menifee extends its thanks to Waste Management for helping underwrite the cost of Menifee Matters. Waste Management is proud to be the environmental services provider in Menifee and has provided the information on this page as a public service.

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MENIFEE FACILITY RENTALS

Planning a family party or company event? Use a Menifee facility, picnic shelter or athletic field. City of Menifee-owned parks and facilities west of Interstate 215* are available for residents and non-residents to rent. Please refer to the map on page 15 for locations. Picnic shelter reservations can be made at City Hall, the Community Services Department, Kay Ceniceros Senior Center and Lazy Creek Recreation Center. Reservations are required for anyone looking to host parties or events at one of the picnic shelters. Jumpers are allowed on facility grounds but must be pre-approved by the city prior to the reservation. Applications for park shelters are avaliable online at www.cityofmenifee.us. Deposits will be refunded 4 - 6 weeks after the event. * Parks and facilities east of Interstate 215 are owned and operated by Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District. To rent these facilities, please call (951) 672-6744. (R) = Resident (NR) = Non-Resident

Athletic Fields Fields are available for recreational use at all City of Menifee parks. Facility use applications are required for reoccurring practices for organized sports groups such as club, travel ball and nonprofit youth leagues. Fields are allocated out two times per year (Feb. 1 for the spring season and Aug. 1 for the fall season). Multipurpose / Soccer Fields: • La Ladera Park • Lyle Marsh Park • Audie Murphy Ranch Sports Park (only park with field lights and goals) • Nova Park • Lazy Creek Park Softball / Baseball Fields: • Audie Murphy Ranch Sports Park • La Ladera Park (softball/baseball field) Tennis Courts • Spirit Park (three lighted courts) • La Ladera (one court) Field Type

Deposit

Youth Leagues

(R)*

(NR)*

Soccer/Multipurpose Ball Fields Field Lights* * Fee is per hour.

$50 $50/field N/A

$5 $5 $10

$10 $10 $10

$20 $20 $20

Parks with picnic shelters available for rent • • • • • •

La Ladera Park (three large shelters) E.L. Pete Peterson Park (one small and two large) Rancho Ramona Park (two) Audie Murphy Ranch Sports Park (two large and one small) Spirit Park (two large and two small) Lyle Marsh Park (two large)

Size

(R) per hour

(NR) per hour

Small Large

$10 $15

$20 $25

Room Rentals The Kay Ceniceros Senior Center and Community Services Department West Annex, both located at 29995 Evans Road, offer the following room rentals: Facility

Capacity Deposit (R) per hour (NR) per hour

Palm Room Magnolia Room West Annex Rose Room Iris Room Kitchen*

142 60 40 14 14 N/A

$200 $100 $100 $50 $50 $100

$40 $25 $25 $20 $20 $100

$70 $50 $50 $40 $40 $100

* With Palm Room use only. Prices for kitchen are a flat rate.

Community Services webpage

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PARKS, RECREATION CENTERS AND LIBRARIES

City of Menifee Parks 1 Audie Murphy Ranch Sports Park

Ellis Ave.

Ca se Rd .

Newport Rd. & Lone Pine

Goetz Rd.

Antelope Rd.

2 E.L. Pete Peterson Park 29621 Park City Ave.

3 La Ladera Park 29629 La Ladera Rd.

4 Lazy Creek Park 26480 Lazy Creek Rd.

20 74

Menifee Rd.

15

Murrieta Rd.

6

Pinacate Rd.

1

28050 Encanto Dr.

8 Spirit Park

Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District Parks 9 Aldergate Park

21

7

12 26 14 28 Simpson Rd. 13

CALIFORNIA GOLF & ART COUNTRY CLUB

9 CITY HALL

4

MENIFEE LAKES COUNTRY CLUB

Newport Rd.

Autumn Ln. & Corderro Ln.

11 Desert Green Park Painted Desert Dr. & Desert Terrace Dr. Heritage Lake Dr. & Calm Horizon Dr.

13 El Dorado Park

11 24

Trailhead Dr. & Lindenberger Rd.

14 El Dorado Pocket Park Rustic Glen St. & Longleaf St.

Haun Rd.

5

1

Menifee Rd. & Aldergate Dr.

10 Autumn Breeze Park

12 Discovery Park

16 2

CANYON LAKE

25444 Nova Ln.

7 Rancho Ramona Park

17

Call Blvd. Mc

2

8

27050 School Park Dr.

6 Nova Park

Newport Rd. & Berea Rd.

NORTH GOLF COURSE

3

5 Lyle Marsh Park

15 Eller Park

19

Highway 74 & Antelope Rd.

16 Grand Vista Park

27

Grand Vista Ave. & Promenade Rd.

Holland Rd.

3

17 Heritage Park 10

Heritage Lake Dr. & McCall Blvd.

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18 Hidden Meadows Park 25

Highland Ct.

22

19 La Paloma Park Menifee Rd. & Bayport Ln.

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20 Marion V. Ashley Park and Community Center 25625 Briggs Rd.

Sco Rd.

21 McCall Canyon Park Brantely Ct. & Crestwood St.

22 Menifee South Tot Lot Feather Creek & Eickhoff Dr.

23 Mira Park Wickerd Rd. & Mira St.

24 Pepita Square Park Camino Pepita & Camino Cristal

City Boundary Menifee City Hall 29714 Haun Rd. | (951) 672-6777

Community Services Dept. HQ West Annex Bldg. 29995 Evans Rd. | (951) 723-3880

Kay Ceniceros Senior Center 29995 Evans Rd. | (951) 672-9673

Lazy Creek Recreation Center 26480 Lazy Creek Rd. | (951) 679-8092

1 2

Romoland Library 26001 Briggs Rd.

Sun City Library 26982 Cherry Hills Rd.

3

Paloma Valley Library 31375 Bradley Rd.

25 Rolling Hills Park Pacific Bluff St.

26 Sunrise Park Simpson Rd. & Lindenberger Rd.

27 Wheatfield Park, Menifee Gym and Rec Center Menifee Rd. & La Piedra Rd.

28 Mahogany Creek Park Garden Grove Dr. & Park Trail Way

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29714 Haun Road Menifee, CA 92586 (951) 672-6777 www.cityofmenifee.us

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ECRWSS RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER

Published by the City of Menifee

Enjoy a family-oriented movie while experiencing Menifee’s beautiful parks. Movies in the Park 2016 will feature themes related to the title, costume contests, themed snacks, family picnic games and food/drink vendors. Activities begin at 5:30 pm. F R E E Movies begin at dusk. Bring your lawn chair, relax and enjoy! FREE

June 18 – Star Wars The Force Awakens Audie Murphy Ranch Sports Park 30375 Lone Pine Drive

June 25 – The Sandlot La Ladera Park 29629 La Ladera Road

July 9 – Minions E.L. Pete Peterson Park 29621 Park City Avenue

July 16 – The Good Dinosaur Eathan A. Chase Middle School 28100 Calm Horizon Drive

July 23 – Inside Out Lyle Marsh Park 27050 School Park Drive

July 30 – Zootopia Lazy Creek Park 26480 Lazy Creek Road

For updates, visit www.cityofmenifee.us/communityservices.

SATURDAY, JULY 2, 2016 Event begins at 4 pm | Parade at 5 pm Fireworks at 9 pm

Wheatfield Park La Piedra Road at Menifee Road Join us for Menifee’s signature event featuring a bigger, better fireworks show! • KidZone with a 100-foot-long obstacle course, bubble bowling and more! ($5 wristbands for KidZone entrance) • Main stage entertainment, food, drink, and craft vendors, ATMs and additional seating options to enjoy the grand finale fireworks show Interested in having a float in the parade or a vendor booth? Contact the Lake Menifee Women’s Club for more information and an application – www.lakemenifeewomensclub.org.