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WINT ER / S PRING 2014
Community News & Activity Guide
I NS I DE:
New restaurants, businesses coming
Menifee Moving construction update
Spring events
TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S
WINTER / SPRING 2014
Menifee Matters is published by the City City Resources Directory 4
of Menifee in three editions; Winter/Spring,
Summer and Fall.
Stay Connected 4
On the cover: The majestic Menifee Oak Tree
was hoisted by crane into its new home in
December. Cover photo by Sam Wells. Economic Development Update 5
City Council Meetings
City News 6
City Council meetings are held at Menifee
City Hall on the first and third Wednesdays of
each month at 7 pm unless otherwise noted. Recreation Programs 7
An archive of past meetings is available online
at www.cityofmenifee.us under MSJC’s Veterans Resource Center 7
“Agendas & Minutes.”
Menifee City Council Construction Update 8
Scott Mann, Mayor
smann@cityofmenifee.us Menifee Special Events 10
Wallace Edgerton, Deputy Mayor, District 3
wedgerton@cityofmenifee.us Senior Center Happenings 12
Greg August, Councilmember, District 1 Waste Management News 15
gaugust@cityofmenifee.us
Tom Fuhrman, Councilmember, District 2
tfuhrman@cityofmenifee.us
John Denver, Councilmember, District 4
jdenver@cityofmenifee.us
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Greetings Menifee Residents:
The Menifee Oak Tree, pictured on the front cover, was planted this past December in the Menifee Town
Center (currently under construction).
As community leaders looked on, the 80-year-old California Live Oak was hoisted
by crane into its new home and its place in Menifee history. This majestic Menifee
Oak Tree acknowledges the city’s agricultural heritage while standing as a symbol
of this new city’s strength and growth.
The tree’s highly visible location in the middle of what will be Town Center Drive
designates a future gathering place for the Menifee community.
With our roots planted, literally and figuratively, 2014 is shaping up to be a year of
community building. We’re welcoming new restaurants and retail businesses,
evaluating multiple proposals to bring developments and amenities to our city,
and starting and finishing major “Menifee Moving” road infrastructure projects.
The City Council recently passed the General Plan and implementation is underway,
providing structure with guidelines and ordinances to carry out the vision that
Menifee’s community leaders have created.
New parks will open in 2014 under the leadership of the new Community Services
Director, who will join the city’s team later this spring. Menifee’s new and existing
parks are community gathering places for events, classes and family fun. Check out
pages 10-11 to get involved.
Planting the Menifee Oak Tree is just the beginning. There’s a buzz in the air and as you look around town,
we’re certain you’ll feel it.
Kind regards,
Robert Johnson
Interim City Manager
History in the making
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CIT Y RE SO URCES
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latest news from the
City of Menifee.
Animal Control
(951) 674-0618
www.cityofmenifee.us
The city’s website is the first place to look for
Building Inspection current information, news releases, City Council
(951) 246-6213 agendas and minutes, a city-wide calendar
bldg-insp@cityofmenifee.us and general city information. The Construction
Update tab is your resource for construction
Code Enforcement Hotline related information.
(951) 246-6214
Social Media
Graffiti Hotline Use Facebook and Twitter to receive city
(951) 246-6216 information, news releases and event
information. The city uses social media to
Kay Ceniceros Senior Center distribute important construction related
(951) 672-9673 information such as road closures and
overnight work.
Newport Road widening construction hotline
(951) 821-1911 Check us out at
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Police (Non-Emergency) www.twitter.com/cityofmenifee
(951) 776-1099
Menifee Matters
Public Works (Non-Emergency) The Menifee Matters
(951) 246-6215 newsletter arrives in
mailboxes each winter/
spring, summer and fall.
Copies also are available
There are three public libraries in Menifee operated by the at community centers,
libraries and City Hall, or
County of Riverside. For library hours and more information, read it in PDF format on
visit www.rivlib.info. the city’s website.
Paloma Valley Library Romoland Library Register on
(next to Paloma Valley High School) (next to Heritage High School) the city’s
31375 Bradley Road 26001 Briggs Road website
Menifee, CA 92584 Menifee, CA 92585 (under newsletter) with a valid email address
to receive Menifee e-news, the city’s
Sun City Library e-newsletter.
26982 Cherry Hills Road
Attend a City Council meeting
Menifee, CA 92586
Council meetings are the first and third
Wednesdays of the month unless otherwise
noted. Meetings start at 7 pm and are
held at City Hall, 29714 Haun Road,
Menifee, CA 92586.
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UPDATE
New dining options, retail City hosts commercial
stores in Menifee broker’s symposium
New restaurants, businesses and development “Menifee is open for business” was
projects are creating a buzz in Menifee. the message delivered to more than
40 commercial real estate brokers
Construction is underway on five
during a recent event hosted by the
new restaurants including Applebee’s,
city’s Economic Development team.
Five Guys Burgers and Fries and
Jersey Mike’s Subs on the northwest In an effort to attract more retail, dining and
corner of Newport and Haun roads. entertainment venues to Menifee, the city explained
Construction began in early January why Menifee is poised to be the next hot spot for
and is expected to be completed this spring. development in Southwest Riverside County.
Menifee’s second McDonald’s is under construction on the south side of • Menifee’s location along Interstate 215 in the heart
Newport Road between Bradley and Winterhawk roads. Additionally, a new of Southwest Riverside County is highly desirable.
Jack-in-the-Box restaurant, the third in Menifee, is being built on the • Menifee recently adopted a General Plan with a
northeast corner of Highway 74 at Trumble Road. Both restaurants are designated Economic Development corridor
expected to be completed in early 2014. including more than 2,000 acres of land ready for
retail/commercial development. There are more than
“We’re kicking off 2014 with some great projects that will bring more
three miles of vacant, available frontage land along
dining options to Menifee,” said Economic Development Director Jeff
the heavily traveled Interstate 215.
Wyman. “This is just the start of what’s to come as the city is working with
• The city is committed to improving infrastructure,
entertainment amenities, retail outlets and dining establishments interested
including the $100 million Menifee Moving capital
in becoming part of our community and doing business here.”
improvement program.
Menifee also welcomes Fitness19, which opened in • Menifee’s desirable demographics include nearly
“We’re kicking December at the corner of Murrieta and Newport 84,000 residents and a median age of 38 years.
off 2014 with roads, and Dollar Tree, which recently opened in Almost half of the population (47 percent) is between
some great projects the Sun City Shopping Center on Cherry Hills the ages of 18-44 years. There are more than 30,000
that will bring more Boulevard. households in the community and 77 percent of them
dining options are owner occupied.
Two new auto part stores are coming to town. • Menifee continues its rapid population growth,
to Menifee.”
O'Reilly Auto Parts is under construction at the anticipated to reach 100,000 people by the year 2020.
– Jeff Wyman, corner of Murrieta and Newport roads and • There’s a strong, unmet demand for retail, dining
Economic AutoZone is making interior tenant improvements
Development Director and entertainment amenities in the Menifee
to their new store at Murrieta and Newport roads. community.
AutoZone expects to open this summer.
Menifee’s unmet demand for more amenities is
In addition to these new amenities, construction continues on Menifee illustrated by a nearly $400 million leakage gap of
Town Center near the corner of Newport and Haun roads. The community money currently being spent in surrounding communities
planted roots here in December when the Menifee Oak Tree was planted in when residents travel to other cities for shopping, dining
the middle of Town Center Drive, designating a community meeting place. and entertainment.
See page 3 for more details.
Menifee Town Center is expected to be the future home of Menifee City Hall
along with retail, restaurant and entertainment amenities making this a hub
for community activities.
“We’ve been very busy celebrating business openings and the start of
construction on new projects,” said Interim City Manager Rob Johnson.
“We’re also in discussions with multiple developers and as the year
progresses, we expect to make some major announcements about bringing
to Menifee the amenities our community desires.”
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CITY NEWS
Menifee General Plan approved,
implementation underway
In December, the Menifee City Council approved the city’s first General Plan and
supporting Environmental Impact Report, wrapping up a four-year visioning process
involving Menifee residents, the business community, developers and city planners.
California cities are required by law to adopt a general plan that serves as a guideline for
future planning and development. This document provides a big picture view with broad
ideas shaping the vision that city leaders have for Menifee’s future.
facebook.com/cityofmenifeeus
Passing the city’s General Plan frees Menifee from operating under the Riverside County
Integrated Project, which was in place before the city’s incorporation in 2008.
Menifee residents
“We’ve reached a major milestone in the city’s history by passing the General Plan,”
said Interim City Manager Rob Johnson. “With the General Plan as a guide, we are able
target of house
to break free of Riverside County and make decisions locally on things like growth, number painting scam
land use and open space.”
Menifee’s General Plan establishes an Economic Development Corridor, Residents should be aware of a house
defines open space and provides guidelines for land parcels. The number painting scam reported to be
approved General Plan is available on the city’s website at happening in Menifee, specifically in the
“The General Plan is www.cityofmenifee.us. Sun City neighborhood. Non-licensed
painters go into neighborhoods and paint
envisioned to guide the “The General Plan is envisioned to guide the growth house numbers on the curbs in front of
growth of Menifee for of Menifee for the next 20 years, providing a detailed homes without asking homeowner
the next 20 years, blueprint for the city’s future,” said Interim Community permission. Once the numbers are
providing a detailed Development Director Charles LaClaire. “Adopting this painted, they ask the resident to pay
blueprint for the city’s document allows the city to move forward with for the work.
future.” drafting ordinances to uphold the plan’s guidelines.”
These painters are operating illegally and
– Charles LaClaire Immediate priorities are the economic development residents are not obligated to pay for the
Interim Community Development
Director
zoning code and the Hillside ordinance. The zoning code work, nor should they provide any
defines things like land use and setback measurements for personal information. Furthermore,
buildings, and the Hillside ordinance addresses regulations for residents are not required to have house
developers on Menifee hillsides. numbers on the curb, only on the front of
the house.
Ordinances are presented to the Planning Commission for recommendation then to the
City Council for adoption. The community is invited to comment during Planning The city asks residents to report any
Commission meetings, which are scheduled on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the curbside painting activity by calling the code
month at 7 pm in Menifee City Hall, 29714 Haun Road. enforcement hotline at (951) 246-6214.
Planning Commission agendas are available online at www.cityofmenifee.us. The city of Menifee does not grant
business licenses to these types of
businesses and they are in violation of
city codes. These unauthorized painters are
defacing public property (the curb is part
of the city street) and will be cited
accordingly.
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RECREATION PROGRAMS
TREK
After-School Recreation at Lazy Creek Recreation Center
26480 Lazy Creek Road
Teaching Relationship Enrichment to Kids
Preschool Summer Themed Play Days
Monday - Thursday, 2 to 5 pm.
These fun themed play days are designed for children 3-5 years old
and are held during June and July. Registration is Wednesday,
May 14 at 8:30 am. Space is limited and registration is first-come,
first-serve. Call the Lazy Creek Recreation Center at (951) 679-8092
for details.
T.R.E.K. is sponsored by the City of Menifee and County of Riverside.
For more information, call (951) 679-8092 or email
shanson@rivcoeda.org.
Mt. San Jacinto College news
MSJC’s Veterans Resource Centers
open to serve our veteran population
Mt. San Jacinto College is providing full services to veterans who return to
college through its Veterans Resource Centers (VCR).
The centers, located on the Menifee Valley and San Jacinto campuses, are
designed to help more than 800 veterans served by the MSJC college district.
The 1,700-square-mile college district runs from the San Gorgonio Pass to
Temecula and has campuses in Banning, San Jacinto, Menifee and two
locations in Temecula.
The Veterans Resource Center on the Menifee Valley Campus
provides veteran students with free use of computers, fax and
The centers provide student-veterans with counselors who specialize in GI copy machines. Thanks to generous community donors, it has a
Bill benefits, offer educational counseling and can help veterans connect lounge area with sofas, tables, flat screen TV, DVD player,
with the resources they need. coffee makers, microwave and a foosball table.
MSJC is proud to serve its student-veteran population and to be a part of the commitment by the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s
Office and President Obama’s “8 Keys to Success” plan to help student-veterans at college. MSJC is one of more than 90 community colleges
to implement this plan. The plan helps veterans pay for and complete college degrees and certificates in preparation for jobs in high-growth
sectors of the economy. See http://www.ed.gov/veterans-and-military-families/8-keys-success-sites.
MSJC’s Veterans Resource Centers offer services that include a full-time dedicated school certifying official, free veteran-to-veteran tutoring
and peer mentoring and free computer use. The centers also provide returning veterans a smooth transition into college life. The centers
have lounge areas with sofas, as well as conference and study areas for meetings and tutoring. They also provide veterans with a place for
camaraderie.
The VRC on the Menifee Valley Campus is in Room 1017 and on the San Jacinto Campus in room 1560.
Veterans and their families can find out more by logging on to www.msjc.edu or by contacting Hyman M. Alvia, MSJC veterans counselor, at
(951) 487-3248 or at halvia@msjc.edu
For more information about the college, visit www.msjc.edu, call (951) 672-6752 or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
www.facebook.com/MSJC.edu | www.twitter.com/MSJCedu
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CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
Road improvement projects Projects ready
to begin
moving forward The City of Menifee
recently secured the
Menifee’s seven-project, $100 million capital improvement remaining funding
program dubbed “Menifee Moving” is moving along as planned. One necessary for the
project is finished, one is near completion, another is fully funded and ready to Interstate 215/Newport
begin this spring, and preliminary project design work is underway for the Road interchange project
remaining four projects. with the commitment of
$14.6 million from the
“The Menifee Moving Capital Improvement Program is an ambitious plan that will improve Riverside County Transportation
Commission (RCTC).
traffic circulation on Menifee’s main thoroughfares,” said Interim City Manager Rob Johnson.
“We’ve made impressive progress during the past six months on all projects, and we are The $37 million interchange project
continuing the momentum in 2014 with the start of construction on the Interstate 215/Newport will provide easier freeway access
Road interchange project and preliminary design work on the others.” and more through-lanes over the
freeway, helping to alleviate traffic
The Newport Road widening project was completed in February, adding one lane in congestion on Newport Road. With
each direction on this busy thoroughfare. See related story on page 8. the RCTC funding commitment in
place, the project will begin with
The Menifee Road “missing link” project to pave the dirt portion of Menifee Road between utility relocation this spring.
Aldergate Drive and Simpson Road is scheduled for completion in March. This portion of the
road is nearly at grade with Simpson Road and curbs, gutters, storm drains and utilities are being
Projects in preliminary design
installed. Paving, striping and landscaping are underway and this important north/south connector
will be complete and open to through traffic in March. The Bradley Road/Salt Creek
improvement project will enable Salt
Creek to act as a flood control facility
Menifee traffic circulation improvement projects at-a-glance and therefore reduce flooding at
Bradley Road. The project includes
Name of Project Estimated cost Proposed start date Estimated end date
building an overcrossing at Salt Creek
Newport Road widening $3 million Summer 2013 March 2014 to allow vehicles and pedestrians to
pass safely during storms. This fully-
Menifee Road “missing link” $4 million Summer 2013 March 2014 funded project is currently in the
between Aldergate Drive
and Simpson Road
preliminary design phase and is
expected to begin in winter 2015.
Newport Road / Interstate 215 $37 million Early 2014 2016
interchange improvement Final design work on the Holland
Bradley Road and Salt Creek $8 million 2015 2016 Road overpass project and McCall
improvements between Boulevard/Interstate 215 project will
Rio Vista Drive and begin this spring once design firms
Potomac Drive are selected for each project in
Scott Road / Interstate 215 $30-40 million Summer 2015 2016 February. The design phase typically
interchange improvement* takes 12-18 months and includes
feasibility studies, environmental
Holland Road Overpass $17-20 million Spring 2016 Winter 2017
impact studies, permitting and other
McCall Blvd. / Interstate 215 $30-40 million 2017 TBD steps as mandated by state and
interchange improvement*E federal agencies.
* Estimated project dates are based on available funding. E Preliminary design/EIR
For more information, visit the city’s
website at www.cityofmenifee.us/
Information on project updates, lane constructionupdates.
facebook.com/cityofmenifeeus
closures and nighttime work can be found
at: www.cityofmenifee.us and check in on: twitter.com/cityofmenifee
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Menifee saves money with Newport Road
rubberized asphalt in widening complete
Newport Road widening project
Travelers may notice a smoother,
quieter ride along Newport Road
between Antelope and Menifee
roads now that the widening project
is completed. It’s a result of the
Removal of old asphalt
asphalt mixture of ground-up
pavement and recycled tires, called Before
rubberized asphalt, used to resurface the street.
In addition to being a longer-lasting product, this innovative paving
technique lowered costs and allowed contractors to reduce, reuse and
recycle materials.
Menifee received a $125,000 grant from CalRecyle, the state's recycling
agency, to help pay for use of rubberized asphalt. This paving technology
reuses existing asphalt material and then adds rubber
from repurposed tires to create a stronger –
After
and quieter – roadway surface.
“This asphalt is a
In a traditional paving project, the win/win for the city and The lanes are striped (all three of them!), the traffic signals
existing asphalt is dug out and
community. Using are working and travelers are enjoying a smoother, quieter
hauled away, and new material is
rubberized asphalt saved ride on Newport Road’s rubberized asphalt.
trucked in. Newport Road was
rebuilt in three steps. One layer of the city about $1 million
The Newport Road widening project is the first of the city’s
existing asphalt was ground into on this project and the
seven Menifee Moving capital improvement projects to be
rock material, stored nearby, and final product is stronger, completed. This $3 million project began in August and
then fortified with cement to make quieter and longer was completed in February. The median landscaping is a
it stronger when it was reapplied. lasting.” separate project that begins this spring and traffic signal
A second layer of the reused asphalt timing is an ongoing project.
– Rob Johnson
was added. A final layer was then laid Interim City Manager
down from the surfacing material made by “The completion of the Newport Road project is a
blending ground-up recycled tires with asphalt. significant milestone for the city not only because it’s the
first of seven large infrastructure projects to be completed
Using rubberized asphalt saves money because it is applied at a reduced and it improves traffic congestion on one of Menifee’s main
thickness compared to conventional asphalt overlays and is more thoroughfares,” said Interim City Manager Rob Johnson.
durable, according to CalRecycle. “This project is important because it readies the road for
the long-awaited Newport Road/Interstate 215 interchange
The asphalt is longer lasting because it's more flexible, and it's quieter for
project.”
motorists and nearby residents because the softer surface absorbs the
sound. It’s also environmentally friendly because the rubberized asphalt Specifically, the project added one traffic lane in each
for this project will keep about 7,000 tires out of landfills. direction between Antelope and Menifee roads, added a
double left turn lane from westbound Newport Road to
southbound Antelope Road, added a new traffic signal at
the intersection of Newport Road and Via Corazon and
installed conduit between traffic signals to lay the
groundwork for future signal coordination.
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SPECIAL FREE
EVENTS
Saturday, April 5 | 10 am to 1 pm
La Ladera Park, 29629 La Ladera Road
See back cover for details.
MENIFEE’S GOT TALENT
Friday, April 11 | 7 to 9:30 pm | $5 per person
Heritage High School, 26001 Briggs Road
This talent showcase performance highlights some of the best non-professional
talent in Menifee in a state-of-the-art theater. Performers of all ages.
Visit artscouncilmenifee.org for more information.
4TH ANNUAL ARTS SHOWCASE Presented by Arts Council Menifee FREE
Saturday, May 17 | 8 am to 4 pm
Menifee Countryside Marketplace, southeast corner
of Newport and Haun roads
Enjoy a day filled with music, dance, art and culture by
performers from Menifee and surrounding areas! For more
information, please visit artscouncilmenifee.org.
MEMORIAL
DAY
MENIFEE HALF MARATHON AND 5K VETERANS MEMORIAL DAY EVENT
Saturday, May 17 | Race Start: 6:30 am Monday, May 27 | 12 to 1 pm F R E E
Mt. San Jacinto College, 28237 La Piedra Road Menifee Veterans Memorial
Race start and finish at Antelope Road and at Wheatfield Park, La Piedra at Menifee Road
Mt. San Jacinto College.
Join us for a remembrance event to honor the men and
Join the City of Menifee and Menifee United Way for the women who have died in military service to our country.
2nd Annual Menifee Half Marathon and 5K. Registration The city will be giving away flags to those who attend for
information and race details are available at the purpose of planting them around the memorial. For
www.menifeehalf.com. more information, please call (951) 672-6777.
10Saturday - Sunday, June 14 - 15
La Ladera Park, 29629 La Ladera Road
Day Camp: 3 to 9 pm Saturday
Overnight Campout: 3 pm Saturday through
Sunday morning – tent camping only
Activities include dinner Saturday night, breakfast on
Sunday, family activities, cool games, arts & crafts
and s’mores by the campfire, all at a supervised
campsite! For more details,
call (951) 301-4100.
MOBILE ACTIVITIES RECREATION SERVICE
Summer Camp 2014 begins
FREE Monday, June 16
Come explore with us! This program provides a
supervised environment that promotes teamwork,
character, education and community. Kids ages 6 - 13 24TH ANNUAL
are welcome to join the fun. Teens can participate as
volunteers and receive community service credit. MENIFEE INDEPENDENCE DAY
FREE CELEBRATION AND PARADE
Call (951) 301-4100 for more details.
Saturday, June 28 | 4 to 9 pm
Wheatfield Park, La Piedra Road at Menifee Road
N I F Come celebrate Independence Day with an old-fashioned
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FREE
hometown event, including a parade down La Piedra Road
beginning at 5 pm. The festivities include food vendors,
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live music, KidZone and fun activities. A fireworks
display rounds out the celebration
of our nation’s independence.
Enjoy an evening of free family fun
under the stars when Menifee Movies in the Park
returns for summer 2014. Movies start at dusk.
Bring a picnic and come early. There are pre-show
games and activities for kids.
Sat., June 21 Monster’s University
Marsh Park, 27050 School Park Drive
Sat., July 12 Frozen
Pete Peterson Park, 29621 Park City Avenue
This event is sponsored by the City of Menifee and produced by the
Sat., August 9 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2 Lake Menifee Women’s Club. For more information, please visit
La Ladera Park, 29629 La Ladera Road www.cityofmenifee.us. For vendor and parade information, visit
www.lakemenifeewomensclub.org.
11SENIOR CENTER HAPPENINGS
Fun field trips KAY CENICEROS SENIOR CENTER
offered for seniors 29995 Evans Road
Menifee, CA 92586
Day trips are provided by the Center from
(951) 672-9673
September through May. Generally, they are on
the first Tuesday of the month but there are
exceptions. The cost to attend is $10 plus any EXERCISE
entrance fee charged by the destination.
Tickets go on sale the first of the month prior Chair Volleyball: Allows those
to the trip. For more details, please call with physical limitations to
(951) 672-9673. participate on a level playing
field with those who may be
Upcoming trips include: more active. Regular participation
in this activity can increase flexibility and stamina. Class meets on Thursdays at 1 pm.
Class fee: $1 per person/per class.
Exercise (Low-Impact): This is a low-impact exercise class
following a Richard Simmons DVD. Class meets Mondays,
Wednesdays and Fridays at 8 am.
Class fee: $1 per person/per session.
Geri-Fit Strength Class: Doctors recommend
weight training as one of the best forms of
exercise for active, older adults. Learn how to
Wednesday, March 19 improve strength, flexibility, balance and
Mission San Juan Capistrano arthritic conditions in this medically
$10 per person plus $8 admission at gate approved strength training exercise class.
There are eight 45-minute sessions
in each term. Class meets on
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3 pm.
Class fee: $32 per person/
per term.
Geri-Fit Stretch Class: This 30-
minute exercise class incorporates
stretches used in ballet, tai chi,
Tuesday, April 8 yoga, pilates and physical therapy.
The Flower Fields, Carlsbad It helps ease arthritic conditions
$20 per person, includes admission and and bursitis in the hips which will
a wagon tour help you to get around easier. We’ll stretch the entire body especially the hips and
lower back. You will need to get on the floor, so please bring an exercise mat and a
stretch band. This is a wonderful exercise program for seniors and golfers, but all
ages and fitness levels can attend. Classes are taught by a certified Geri-Fit instructor.
Class fee: $30 for eight, 30-minute classes.
Personal Trainer Program: Private lessons are designed to build strength and
increase bone density plus improve gait, balance, strength and flexibility. Half-hour
sessions available on Mondays (7:30 to 11:30 am), Wednesdays and Fridays (between
7:30 and 4:30 pm). Class fee: $30 per person/per session. Male trainer.
Tuesday, May 6 Soul Line Dancing: A low-impact aerobic exercise activity for the mind as well as
Picnic on the Bay Cruise, San Diego the body. Offers participation in a group activity with no partner needed. Class meets
$45 per person on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 3 pm and Thursdays at 6 pm. Class fee: $3 per
person/per class.
12T’ai Chi Chih: T’ai Chi Chih is a set of 19 movements and one pose ENRICHMENT CLASSES
and is a soft, flowing moving meditation. It’s easy to learn and
brings benefits to many including peace of mind, improved health NEW! Ballroom Dancing: Second and fourth Wednesdays at 1 pm.
and joy. Class meets on Mondays at 3 pm and Wednesdays at 9 am.
Class fee: $2 per person/per class. NEW! Paint Party: Every Friday from 10 am to 12:30 pm with
instructor Kathi Fox. You will leave with your very own painting after
Walking Club: The group meets at the Senior Center and walks two sessions. Class fee: $10 per person/per class plus supplies ($7).
every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8 am. No fee. There is a new class and new painting each week.
Bereavement Group: A support group for those who have
experienced loss. The group is led by a trained moderator from
Hospice of the Valleys. Group meets on Mondays at 10 am. No cost.
Bid Whist: A card game where four people play in partnerships of
two against two, with partners sitting opposite each other. Mondays
at 12:30 pm.
“Blues” Club: A support group for seniors who are experiencing the
“blues.” The group meets every Thursday at 9 am.
“Blues” Club - Spanish: “Blues” Club for Spanish speakers on
Thursdays at 8 am.
“Blues” Counseling: This is one-on-one counseling coordinated
through Michelle Down of Catholic Charities at (951) 570-5243.
Referrals begin by attending The “Blues” Club or calling Catholic
Charities directly.
ZUMBA Gold: Targets baby boomers by modifying moves and Bridge: For players who know how to play Chicago Bridge AND
pacing to suit the needs of the active older participant as well as those who want to learn. The class meets on the first and third
those just starting their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. Class Wednesday from 1 to 3 pm. Class fee: $1 per person/per session.
meets on Thursdays at 9 am. Inquire about class fee ($4 - $5) by
calling (951) 672-9673. Cards: “Hand and Foot” is sometimes referred to as the North
American version of Canasta. Class meets on Thursdays at 1 pm.
ZUMBA Regular: Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to Class fee: $1 per person/per session.
high-energy Latin and international beats. It’s easy to do, effective
and totally exhilarating, often building a deep-rooted community Care Pathways: This 12-week free workshop is designed for unpaid
among returning students. Class meets on Fridays at 9 am. Inquire family members caring for an older adult. Check at the KC Center
about class fee ($4 - $5) by calling (951) 672-9673. All ZUMBA front desk for dates and times.
classes are taught by a certified instructor.
Chess: Class is open to beginners and advanced players. Class meets
ZUMBA Toning: ZUMBA toning combines targeted body-sculpting on Tuesdays at 1 pm. Class fee: $1 per person/per class.
exercises and high-energy cardio work with Latin-infused Zumba
moves to create a calorie-torching, strength-training dance fitness-
party. Students learn how to use lightweight, maraca-like Toning
Sticks to enhance rhythm and tone all their target zones, including
arms, abs, glutes and thighs. Class meets on Tuesdays at 12:30 pm.
Inquire about class fee ($4 - $5)
by calling (951) 672-9673.
13MONTHLY MEETINGS/CLASSES/ACTIVITIES
Conversational Spanish: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2 pm. The
class is offered twice a week for 12 weeks. Class fee: $36.
ESL (English as a Second Language): Thursdays at 6 pm. The class
will meet for 12 weeks. Class fee: $36.
Lunch: A lunch meal is served Monday through Friday at 11:30 am.
Suggested donation: 60+ years of age, $3; Under 60 years of
age, $5. You must call (951) 672-9673 to reserve your spot the day
before the planned meal.
Mah Jongg: An ancient Chinese puzzle game that never gets old.
Class meets on Fridays at 1 pm. Class fee: $1 per person/
per class.
Quilting: Experienced and beginner quilters are welcome. Group
AARP Driver Safety Program: Participants taking this course
makes quilts and lap quilts for donation to individuals and the
may receive a discount on their automobile insurance. There is a
Center as a fundraiser. Class meets on Mondays at 1 pm. No fee.
full course and a refresher course. Check the Center’s calendar
for the monthly class.
Arts Council Menifee Visual Arts: Meets at the KC Center on
the third Thursday of each month at 12 pm.
NEW! Scrabble: Fridays from 1 to 4 pm. “Bagels & Books” Book Club: “Bagels & Books” meet on the
Class fee: $1 per person/per class. third Tuesday of each month at 1:30 pm. Check at the Center for
the current book the group is reading. The group is led by Shirley
Texas Hold’em: Class is for all interested in learning and/or playing. Wible with the Sun City Library.
Monthly tournaments are held with prizes for winners (no cash
payouts). Class meets on Mondays at 1 pm. Class fee: $1 per person/ Friendship Unlimited: This group meets on the third Thursday
per class. of each month at the Senior Center and hosts other activities
throughout the month. The group welcomes anyone looking for
NEW! Guided Meditation: Wednesdays between 10 and 11 am. friendship.
Class fee: $2 per person/per class.
Inland Counties Legal Services: Every other month, a paralegal
Warm/Cool Center: The KC Center Warm Center will be open representative from Inland Counties Legal Services meets with
through March 31. The Cool Center is open June through October. the people who have appointments. Call (951) 320-7500 on
Sign-in sheets must be filled in by attendees each day. Tuesdays and Thursdays between 9 and 11 am to make a free
appointment. A representative will be at the KC Center on
Weight Watchers: Tuesdays at 8:30 am, Thursdays at 5:30 pm Wednesday, March 12 from 1:30 to 4:30 pm. NO WALK-INS.
and Fridays at 7 am. Fee information must be obtained from
Weight Watcher leaders at one of the above-listed classes or call Master Gardener Presentations: Approximately once per
(800) 651-6000 or go online. quarter, a representative from the University of California
Riverside Master Gardener Program will make a presentation at
Wii Game Day: This interactive video the KC Center. Check with the front desk for date, time and topic.
game is available on Thursdays and
Fridays at 10 am. A variety of sports Movie Days: Meet your friends for a movie date
games are offered including: and enjoy newly released shows or older,
baseball, bowling, tennis, golf, nostalgic movies. Current releases shown on
fencing and more. A teacher is the third Wednesday of the month at 1 pm.
available to help you get started. Check with the Center for movie titles.
Class fee: $1 per person/per session.
District 23 Senator’s Mobile Office: On
the second Wednesday, every other month, a
representative from the District 23 Senator’s
office is at the Center from 9:30 to 11:30 am
and is available to meet with the public. For
more information, call (909) 801-5040.
14WASTE MANAGEMENT NEWS
Menifee, tackle your Recycling
Reminders
spring projects with help
from Waste Management Recyclables:
Plastic bottles
Aluminum cans
Glass bottles and jars
Start your spring cleanup by getting All clean paper and envelopes
rid of your unwanted bulky items. Manila file folders
Menifee residents are allowed Magazines and newspapers
two FREE bulky pick-ups per year. Catalogs
Simply contact Waste Management Glossy paper
Cardstock
Customer Service at (800) 423-9986
Cereal and cracker boxes
at least 24 hours in advance of your Telephone books
usual service day to schedule a pick-up. Junk mail
Steel and tin cans
Bulky items include furniture, appliances, electronic equipment Pizza and beer boxes
(E-Waste) and tires. It also includes extra trash that does not fit in Plastic tubs and containers
your carts, like wood waste, tree branches, scrap wood, rocks, sod, Clean aluminum foil
earth and clothing. Clean lunch bags and baggies
Clean plastic wrapping
Plastic and metal hangers
Milk and juice cartons
Plastic bags
Styrofoam
Trash:
All food Wax paper
All liquid Animal waste
Tissues Foil chip bags
Tackling a remodeling project? Napkins Small furniture
Take advantage of our temporary waste bins including a three- Paper towels Garden pots
cubic-yard bin for smaller to medium projects, and 20- to 40-yard Dirty aluminum foil Ceramic dishes/mugs
bins for larger projects. Broken dishes or glass Drinking glasses
Clothing Greasy or sharp metal
Carpet Laminated paper
Planning on renovating Wood or lumber Soiled food containers
hardscaping or a driveway? Light bulbs Food soiled paper
Waste Management also provides 10-yard low-boy containers Mirrors (e.g. paper plates)
for dirt, rock, concrete and asphalt. For rates, contact Waste
Green Waste:
Management’s Customer Service at (800) 423-9986.
Grass and leaves
Tree branches
Plants and weeds
For more information, call Garden trimmings
No palm fronds, soil, rocks,
WM Customer Service at
manure or animal waste
800-423-9986 or visit
www.wm.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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Published by the
City of Menifee
Saturday, April 5
10 am to 1 pm Please join us in celebrating 10 years as
The Menifee Valley
La Ladera Park
29629 La Ladera Road
Historical Association
FREE Sunday, April 13
1 to 4 pm | Free
Kay Ceniceros Community Center
Fun crafts, Corner of Newport and Evans roads
games, vendors
and a visit • Informational
from the displays
Easter Bunny! • Photos from
Menifee’s past
• Local historians
Call (951) 301-4100 • Refreshments
for more information.
www.menifeehistory.com
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