Introduction

AREA PROFILE

RIVERSIDE COUNTY IN THE INLAND EMPIRE

The Inland Empire is defined as Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. During the 1980’s, this was one of the most dynamically growing regions in the country. The two county area of Riverside-San Bernardino is physically the largest of the 319 Metropolitan Statistical Areas in the nation with a land area of 27,259.9 square miles. A population approaching 3.5 million ranks the area as the largest in the U.S.

Riverside County, with an average population increase of 4.6% per year since 1970 stretches from Los Angeles County to the Arizona border.

In 2003 Riverside County’s population reached one million and current estimates place the county’s population at exceeding 1.8 million. Large portions of the region are rural and devoted to agricultural production while others are comfortable rapidly expanding residential communities. The western part of Riverside County is where the bulk of urban development has occurred in the last ten years. In this area shopping centers, restaurants and other businesses have cropped up offering an array of recreational activities and job opportunities.

The City of Lake Elsinore, is among the fastest growing cities in Riverside County. Picturesque mountains, Southern California's largest natural lake and a strategic location along the booming I-15 corridor make Lake Elsinore unique. Year round recreational attractions and value for industrial expansion and new businesses are cornerstones of the economic gardening strategy. Lake Elsinore offers quality of life through excellent schools, a wealth of community services, and affordable housing. Discover what over 38,045 residents already know - Lake Elsinore's got more!

Temecula is centrally located in ideal surroundings, not far from sunbathing on the beach, skiing in the mountains, exploring the deserts, or a wealth of recreation opportunities to enjoy. With a population over 77,460 it is one of the fastest growing cities in California, located 85 miles southeast from Los Angeles, 42 miles south of Riverside, and 60 miles north of San Diego.

Great pride is taken in the quality of life Temecula has provided to all who live and work here. Incorporated on December 1, 1989, the city boasts a strong economic environment and strong housing market with good levels of appreciation and an active market. A perfect climate; sunny days with ocean-swept breezes from over the hills in the summer; cool and clear days in the fall; and chilly winters make it possible to enjoy the four seasons on the west coast.

When Murrieta officially became a city on July 1, 1991, it was already home to more than 24,000 residents. Compare that to the 2,200 estimated to have been living here in 1980. By 2005, more than 85,000 people had moved to the community, making it one of the five largest in Riverside County. The natural scenic beauty of the area and what is still by California standards reasonably priced housing continues to attract significant numbers of residents and businesses who are finding Murrieta a great place to grow. Those living in the community find distinguished schools, abundant recreation, excellent medical facilities expanding employment opportunities and one of the lowest crime rates in Southern California.

The Menifee Valley consists of the unincorporated areas known as Sun City, Menifee, and Quail Valley. Early development of Menifee Valley began with Sun City in the early 1960's as the concept of an active retirement community was envisioned by Del Webb, a major building contractor from Phoenix, Arizona. Since that time, Menifee Valley has grown in population to 66,000 and has 6 elementary schools 3 middle schools and one high school. Many types of living are available in Menifee Valley. There are single-family homes, condominiums, mobile homes, and retirement complexes with varying levels of services. Residents of the area are always close to one of several nearby golf courses, medical facilities, shopping centers, and financial institutions. There are approximately 130 clubs and organizations, over 40 churches and a synagogue.

“ UP AND COMING CITY”

Riverside County hosts large expanses of vacant land available for new building development. Moreover, a variety of affordable housing currently exists attracting families to the area. Land costs are moderate and major population shifts from surrounding counties have lent to the county’s recent growth. However, a strong devotion to the community remains prevalent throughout the county, fostered by both old and new residents alike.

Additionally, there are endless recreational opportunities in Riverside County for golfers, cyclists, fishermen, horseback riders, balloonists, and boaters. Our beautifully renovated Riverside Plaza now offers many new restaurants, shops and a movie theater. Not to mention the stunning, historical Mission Inn Hotel and Restaurants in downtown Riverside, which hosts guest from all over the region, and offers delightful cuisine in a beautiful, historical atmosphere.

Furthermore, agriculture continues to be important to the county with numerous citrus and avocado orchards, and vineyards supporting Award-winning wineries. Other agricultural products in the county include milk, eggs, vegetables, dates, cereal grains, poultry, beef and cotton.

Manufacturing is becoming increasingly important with a plethora of diversified manufactures in the area and large acres zoned for industrial use. Businesses continue to move into the area attracted by the availability of low cost industrial space, opportunity for growth, and access to a large labor pool.

Leading classes of products are: Medical Devices and equipment, electronic components, light aircraft assembly, leather products, and magnets.

Products manufactured in the county include insulation materials, fabricated metal items, cement, clay tile, pipe, recreational vehicles, and mobile homes, just to name a few.

LEADING INDUSTRIES IN RIVERSIDE COUNTY

Agriculture Production

Apparel and other Textiles

Business Services

Chemical & Allied Products

Electric, Gas and Sanitary

Electric and Telephone

Fabricated Metal Products

Food and Kindred

Furniture and Fixtures

Instruments and Related

Leather & Leather Products

Lumber & Wood

Machinery (except electric)

Misc. Manufacturing

Paper & Allied Products

Personal Services

Petroleum & Coal Products

Primary Metal Industry

Printing & Publishing

Rubber and Misc. Plastics

Special Trade Contractors

Stone, Clay & Glass Products

Textile Mill Products

Transportation Equipment

Trucking & Warehousing

Whsl. Trade-Durable Goods

CLIMATE

County of Riverside

Typical Minimum and Maximum Temperatures:

Spring: 44º - 105º F Fall: 32º - 98º F

Summer: 52º - 112º F Winter: 24º - 86º F

POPULATION PROJECTIONS

The Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG), prepares the official population projections for the region: Projections indicate that the Inland Empire portion of Southern California will continue to experience a rise in population growth in the coming years. Indeed, as per the 2000 Census, SCAG reports that the greatest increases in population continued to be in the Inland Empire and the Central Valley. These areas grew at a higher rate than any other portion of the state. For instance, the Inland Empire (Riverside and San Bernardino Counties) added over 666,000 persons between 1990 and 2000 (for more information see www.scag.ca.gov/census) and continues to increase with 3.5 million residents the Inland Empire will grow more than 35% between 2000 and 2009.

PART OF THE 10^TH LARGEST METRO-MARKET

The Riverside-San Bernardino Metropolitan statistical area boasts the 10^th largest population in the United States and the second largest in California:

Metropolitan Area	Population	U.S. Rank	Households	U.S. Rank
Riverside/SanBernardino	2,928,700	10	971,400	12
Dallas	2,848,300	11	1,062,100	10
Minneapolis/St. Paul	2,662,800	12	1,008,300	11
San Diego	2,651,400	14	931,800	15
Orange County	2,566,300	15	864,400	20
Phoenix/Mesa	2,390,300	18	908,000	17
Seattle	2,130,300	23	848,700	22
Miami	1,995,100	24	702,700	24
Denver	1,716,800	26	691,400	25
San Francisco	1,652,200	27	656,900	27
Kansas City	1,642,400	28	632,800	28

HOUSING

Availability of land for housing development, as well as reasonable, by southern California standards, housing costs in fueling rapid growth in the Inland Empire. The area boasts some of the largest numbers of new housing starts ever recorded in the country.

Complementing the lower housing cost is the value of the product the buyer receives for his/her dollar. Inland Empire buyers find that similar types of homes cost significantly less than the same product selling in Orange and Los Angeles counties for triple the amount. This value is an obvious attraction, however, the areas numerous other advantages, including close proximity to major freeways, good schools and safe neighborhoods contribute to the areas appeal. In addition, resale prices in the Inland Empire have shown over the long term to be a strong investment.

New residents of Riverside County enjoy tremendous choice as to housing types. While single-family residences still dominate the market, new construction developments feature apartments, condos, and units in planned communities. Apartments, condominiums, and houses are available for varying budgets and personal preferences. On the national level, housing prices in Riverside County are within the range of most major metropolitan areas in the country.

EXECUTIVE HOUSING

The housing market in Riverside County is mature and offers a wide variety of high-end, custom homes.

Custom residential lots with valley views and mountain vistas are available throughout the region, and more and more buyers are taking advantage of the lower cost in Riverside County to get more for their money. Executive housing areas spread throughout the county and offer a range of location choices. As move-up buyers relocate from areas west of the Inland Empire, it is becoming more common to see estate-type developments that provide an unequaled value in comparison to other locations in Southern California.

HEALTH SERVICES

Riverside County is home to some of the most prestigious medical institutions in the world. Health Care and the education of the medical professions is big business in the Inland Empire.

In addition to many modern acute care facilities there are also numerous emergency medical clinics, industrial and sports clinics, convalescent hospitals, nursing homes, retirement and a variety of health maintenance organizations. Along with many private medical and dental offices, the medical care industry has become the largest employment sector in the two-county area.

RELIGION

A great diversity of religious faiths are represented in Riverside, including Baha’i, Baptist, Christian, Episcopal, Evangelical, Jewish, Lutheran, Methodist, Muslim, Presbyterian, Unitarian, Universalists, and others.

EDUCATION

Among the Inland Empire’s most obvious assets are its many quality educational institutions. From technical training schools to the foremost research universities, the area’s higher educational facilities lure top students and faculty from all over the world. These same schools graduate a highly educated potential work force, which provides well-trained employees in an expanding job market.

Quality education begins well before the student enters a college or graduate program. Local school districts in the Inland Empire have effectively coped with the growth in student enrollment. Riverside schools enjoy an excellent reputation for providing quality instruction in modern facilities.

COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES

The Inland Empire has some of the most prestigious colleges and universities in the United States. Riverside schools enjoy an excellent reputation for providing quality instruction in modern facilities. These schools include University of California Riverside, California Baptist University, La Sierra University, Riverside Community College and California State San Bernardino.

COMMUNITY COLLEGES

There are six community colleges in the Inland Empire. They offer two-year, college-level, course for transfer to higher institutions, varied vocational and technical certificate programs leading to associate degrees, and many customized technical training programs designed to meet the employee needs in cooperation with area business.

ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

There are four public school districts within the Lake Elsinore, Temecula, Murrieta, and Menifee areas. Local school districts in the Inland Empire have effectively and diligently coped with the recent growth in student enrollment. To accommodate the growing population in the region additional school facilities are in the process of being built, with long-range facility master plans in place. (Please refer to school for more detailed information.) In addition, as the area work force has grown, there has been a steady increase in licensed pre-schools within an easy commute.

VOCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAMS

There are various vocational schools in the area offering training in such areas as business, drafting, machine operation, medical specialties, real estate, and trucking. Special skilled training programs can be developed for employers through a cooperative effort of the Jobs Training Partnership Act.

Menifee Union School District

Linda Callaway, Ed.D. Superintendent
30205 Menifee Road, Menifee, 92584

(951) 672-1851 Fax (951) 672-1385

This small school district includes six elementary schools and two middle schools.

Riverside County Office of Education

Mr. David Long

3924 Riverview Drive, Riverside, 92509

(951)-788-6530.

www.rcoe.k12.ca.us

This entity acts as the intermediary unit between districts and State Department of Education. Administers special education classes throughout the county, and the Regional Occupational Program. Handles in-service training and credentialing of teachers.

Mt. San Jacinto College

1499 N. State Street
San Jacinto, CA 92583

(951)487-MSJC(6752)

www.msjc.edu

Offers AA degrees, Vocational certificate, general education courses, and general interest classes. Satellite campuses are located in Menifee and Temecula.

Riverside Community College

Dr. Salvatore Rotella, President

4800 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside 92506

(951)222-8800

www.rcc.edu

Approximate enrollment is 28,050 students. Offers AA degrees, vocational certificates, transfer courses, and general interest classes. Satellite campuses are located in Moreno Valley and Norco.

University of California, Riverside

Frances Cordova, Chancellor

900 University Avenue, Riverside

(951) 787-1012

www.ucr.edu

UCR offers degrees in 55 undergraduate majors, 38 master, and 30 doctoral programs. One of eight AUC campuses, UCR has 17,000 students (2005 enrollment). Nearly 20,000 students are enrolled in extension programs.

La Sierra University

Lawrence Geraty, President

4500 Riverwalk Parkway, Riverside 92515

(951) 785-2000.

www.lasierra.edu

Dedicated to train Christian workers to serve mankind throughout the world, students come from many countries and virtually all states in the nation. The campus has 25 departments offering programs leading to Doctoral Degrees in Education, Business Management, College Arts and Sciences, and Religion. Over 1600 students are enrolled.

California Baptist University

Ronald Ellis, President

8432 Magnolia Avenue, 92504

(951) 689-5771

www.calbaptist.edu

A small private college focusing on personalized education; the students to faculty ratio are 12:1. Cal Baptist offers 17 majors leading to Bachelors of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Music and Maters in Family Marriage and Child Counseling degrees. Evening Classes are also available. Current enrollment is 3000.

Vocational Training Programs

There are many vocational schools and a community college that offers training in such areas as business, drafting, machine operators, medical specialties, real estate, and trucking. Special skilled training programs can be developed for employers through a cooperative effort of the Jobs Training Partnership Act. Job training funds are also available through the state.

LAKE ELSINORE

This unique blend of past and present provides a lifestyle unlike that found in other Southwest Riverside County communities. The historic downtown features a museum, antique, and specialty shops. The area routinely comes alive with street fairs and classic car shows. South of the downtown area, Diamond Stadium is home to the Lake Elsinore Storm, Class A affiliate to the Anaheim Angels. Professional baseball extends its season at the Diamond with the new winter league Land Sharks. North of downtown, Prime Outlets Lake Elsinore offers shopping at 101 factory outlets. Diamond Drive Golf Center offers high quality practice facilities and golf lessons. Skydive Elsinore is one of the oldest skydive drop-zones in the United States, and hosts international skydive competitions.

Central to the recreational lifestyle here is the 3,000-acre Lake Elsinore. The largest natural lake in Southern California, it is the scene of numerous international, professional, and novice water sport events. Popular activities include jet skiing, water skiing, fishing and boating. Lakefront campgrounds offer easy access to adjacent Cleveland National Forest for mountain biking and hiking.

MURRIETA

When Murrieta officially became a city on July 1, 1991, it was already home to more than 24,000 residents. Compare that to the 2,200 estimated to have been living here in 1980.By 2005, more than 85,000 people had moved to the community, making it one of the five largest in Riverside County.The natural scenic beauty of the area and what is still by California standards reasonably priced housing continues to attract significant numbers of residents and businesses who are finding Murrieta a great place to grow.

Those living in the community find distinguished schools, abundant recreation, excellent medical facilities expanding employment opportunities and one of the lowest crime rates in Southern California. And entrepreneurs find a market growing larger by the day, above average household incomes, a skilled labor force and a business-friendly city hall. It’s a community with a past and vision for its future. One that welcomes challenges, takes risks, embraces opportunity.

TEMECULA

Temecula is an unusual bedroom city that is a mix of upscale suburb, wine country, horse country, and Old West. Located at Interstate 15 in the southwest corner of the county, Temecula draws many of its residents from the job center of San Diego County. Crime is low in this area and school rankings are high. The population count is 53,791, but if several developments just outside the city limits were included, the true number would be over 70,000.

On the west side of town, residents and businesses have done a first-class job of preserving, restoring, or rebuilding the Old Town into what it was in the 1850s. The restaurants are modern, of course, and the shops are electrified. Some of the buildings date back to the early 1900s. The Old Town, just a few blocks long, is good enough to draw tourist buses, and one of its establishments, the Stampede draws 800-plus young people on Friday nights.

There are about 20 parks in this area, a skate park, two pools, two community centers, and two golf courses. The Pechanga Indians run a casino. The county is buying 1,476 acres near Temecula as wildlife preserve. A giant reservoir to the east of the city opened in 2000, which offers fishing, boating, and hiking.

MENIFEE

Guarded by the Santa Ana Mountains on the west and the Santa Rosa Mountains on the east, Menifee Valley consists of the unincorporated areas of Sun City, Quail Valley and Menifee. Home to approximately 5,000 people, Menifee is a peaceful community with modern amenities such as upscale medical facilities and newly constructed retail centers featuring movie complexes, restaurants, stores and shops.

Real estate options consist of single-family homes, condominiums, townhouses, mobile homes and retirement complexes. Warm summers and mild winters provide well over 300 days of sunshine a year, making this city a perfect place to enjoy the area’s many golf courses, tennis centers, open parklands and lakes.

Additionally, Menifee is located adjacent to Interstate 215, which connects with major east-west arteries I-10 and I-8. From Menifee, it is about 25 miles to Riverside, 75 miles to Los Angeles and approximately 70 miles to San Diego. Orange County’s white sandy beaches are also a short drive away as is the jewel of the California desert, Palm Springs.

Many local attractions, such as the annual Summerfest, also serve to keep Menifee residents close to home as do performances at the local arts theatre and concerts in the park throughout the year. Menifee boasts a very active retirement population with a wide range of senior services and programs being offered at the Kay Ceniceros Community Center. So, if you are considering a move to Riverside County, look no further than the affordable and family-friendly neighborhoods of Menifee where recreational, cultural and employment opportunities abound in an aesthetically pleasing setting.

LIFESTYLE

Riverside County residents enjoy the best of what Southern California has to offer. The mild climate encourages personal enjoyment of abundant outdoor recreational opportunities. No other region in the country is so close to so many world-class destinations.

Those living in Riverside County can afford to take advantage of all the lifestyle choices. In comparison to the rest of California and many other locations in the country, the region’s cost of living is very reasonable. People are moving in daily, both for the quality of life and the affordability of the area.

RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Recreational opportunities in the Inland Empire exemplify the diverse life-style choices that the region has to offer. Whether it be golfing in La Quinta at the PGA West complex, skiing at the Bear Valley Ski Resort in Big Bear, camping and hiking in the Mt. San Jacinto State Park, or sailing in the alpine atmosphere of Lake Arrowhead, the Inland Empire offers a range of desirable outdoor actives.

Within a one hour drive, it’s possible to water and snow ski, both on the same day. Choose from the many lakes for all types of water sports. Play a world-class golf course or attend a pro tennis or golf tournament. Visit the distinguished wineries of Temecula or drift over the vineyards in a hot air balloon. Hit the beach in San Diego or visit the famous Shamu.

Parks – There are 34 parks sites in the Riverside County Regional Park System. These offer a wide range of opportunities from hiking over mountain trails to water skiing on the Colorado River. The county parks headquarters is at 4600 Crestmore Road, Riverside. Telephone number is (951) 955-4310.

Camping – Individual family and group camping is available at mist county parks on a reservation basis. Full and partial hookups are currently available at selected parks. For campground information or reservations call (800) 234-7275

CULTURAL AMENITIES

As Riverside County has grown, so has its access to cultural activities: From Riverside’s annual Orange Blossom Festival, to the Weekly Downtown Wednesday night street festival (see below for information), to the many diverse museums that make their home in Riverside County, culture seekers will not be disappointed. In addition to local stage and musical productions, Riverside boasts its own ballet company, philharmonic orchestra, and children’s theater.

Cities in the western portion of Riverside County, in particular, the desert community of Palm Springs, and the renowned cultural amenities of the counties to the south and west, offer unique attractions as well.

Nearby Los Angeles is one of the entertainment capitals of the world. Riverside county residents are well positioned to take advantage of the extensive array of live entertainment, theatrical productions, museums, musical events, and sporting events in Los Angeles County. Check local Metro-link schedules for the most convenient way to travel to Los Angeles County and beyond.

SITES OF INTEREST IN THE AREA

Diamond Stadium

500 Diamond Drive, Lake Elsinore

(951) 245-4487

www.stormbaseball.com

The Lake Elsinore Storm are a minor league baseball team in Lake Elsinore, California, USA. They are a "high-A" class team in the California League, and have been a farm team of the San Diego Padres since 2002. The Storm play home games at Lake Elsinore Diamond; opened in 1994, the park seats 7,866 fans.

Lake Elsinore Recreation Area Campground/Launch
32040 Riverside Drive, Lake Elsinore
Phone: (951) 471-1212
Reservations (800) 416-6992

Lake Elsinore Recreation Area campground and boat launch are located on the western shore of Lake Elsinore. The lake offers fishing, swimming, water-skiing, jet-skiing and boating opportunities.

Lake Elsinore Historical Society Museum

106 South Main Street, Lake Elsinore

(951) 245-4986

Open weekends only.

The Society was founded to collect, protect, preserve, display, and further the preservation of items and documents of historical value and significance from the Lake Elsinore Valley.

Historic Downtown
Main Street, Lake Elsinore

(951) 245-3977
Open Air Market monthly every 1st Sunday. Classic Car Show monthly every 4th Saturday.

Historic Downtown Lake Elsinore is thriving and offers great restaurants and entertainment.

The Temecula Valley Museum
28314 Mercedes Street, Temecula

(951) 694-6450

The Temecula Valley Museum is a high quality venue that thoroughly and accurately portrays the stories of the Temecula Valley's past and present through dynamic, fun, and exciting exhibits appealing to both family audiences and tourists. The museum is known as a Temecula destination and a cultural/social center for Temecula Valley residents.

Imagination Workshop - The Temecula Children's Museum
42081 Main Street, Temecula

(951) 308-6370

The home workshop of Professor Phineas T. Pennypickle...7500 square feet of fun, cluttered with hands-on inventions, gadgets, experiments...and kids won't even know they're learning as they play! Located in the heart of Old Town Temecula, the recently opened Imagination Workshop has already won a THEA award from the Themed Entertainment Association, representing creators of compelling places and experiences, and two awards from the California Park and Recreation Society.

Thornton Winery
32575 Rancho California Road, Temecula 92589

(951) 699-0099

www.thorntonwine.com

Nestled in the heart of the Temecula Valley Wine Country, THORNTON WINERY opened in 1988. The winery combines old world style with new world taste to create award winning and premium varietal wine. The Méthode Champenoise process is used because it has proven to be the best for producing fine quality Sparkling Wine/Champagne.

Lake Skinner
37701 Warren Road, Temecula, CA

(951) 926-1541 (General Information)

6040 acres, 41 developed campsites, 18 developed equestrian campsites with electricity, 178 full hookups. Fishing, boating, camping (reservations recommended), group camping (reservations required), picnic facilities, recreational vehicle hookups, swimming pool (open Memorial Day weekend through the third weekend in September), 2 launch ramps, equestrian trails, group picnic area (reservations recommended), hiking/interpretive trails, boat rental, camp store, dry storage area.

Wilson Creek Winery and Vineyard
39560 Rancho California Road
Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 699-9463

www.wilsoncreekwinery.com

Your escape awaits you over the beautiful Temecula Valley wine country. Experience peace and serenity while drifting over vineyards as the sun rises over the mountains. Take flight with the birds and observe wildlife marveling at the sight of a beautiful hot air balloon floating overhead. View lakes, citrus groves, wineries and estate homes from your unparalleled view in the air.

Diamond Valley Lake

2615 Angler Avenue, Hemet 92545

(951) 9267201

www.dvlake.com

Diamond Valley Lake is a lifeline for Southern California in times of drought. The lake holds enough water to meet the area’s emergency and drought needs for six months and is an important component in Metropolitan’s plan to provide a reliable supply of water to the 18 million people in Southern California who count on us.

Pechanga Resort & Casino
45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula 92592

(951) 693-1819

www.pechanga.com

Designed with player comfort in mind, the casino is equipped with a state-of-the-art air filtration system and offers extensive non-smoking areas. The casino's well-planned layout allows guests to move easily among 2000 state-of-the art slot and video machines and over 160 table games including Blackjack, 3-Card Poker, Pai Gow, Mini Baccarat, and Pechanga Craps. Those who enjoy high stakes wagering will appreciate the amenities and features of the elegantly appointed High Limit Gaming Area complete with an appealing lounge and exclusive cash cage.

Sea World

500 SeaWorld Drive, San Diego 92109

(800) 25-SHAMU

www.seaworld.com

See black and white and all the colors in-between at Sea World San Diego. From the thrills of Journey To Atlantis to the playful fun of Shamu’s Happy Harbor, there’s no better place for you to visit than Sea World San Diego. Plus, opening on May 27, Believe – an entirely new, visually stunning Shamu show that will take you on a sensational, breathtaking journey of curiosity and wonder.

Riverside County Courthouse

4050 Main Street, Riverside 92501

The Riverside County Courthouse, built in 1904 by Franklin Pierce Burnham was meant to duplicate the façade of the 1900 Paris Exposition’s Grand Palace of Fine Arts. The resulting structure was both grand and elegant. In 1995 Riverside politicians voted to renovate the structure, including the restoration of the ceremonial courtroom to its previous grandeur. Today the Courthouse is in full operation. Walk through the stately halls of justice and soak in a piece of Riverside history.

UCR/California Museum of Photography

3824 Main Street

(951) 784-3686

www.cmp.ucr.edu

Hosting shifting exhibitions, with a main focus upon photography’s relationship to politics, art and society. The museum is located in Riverside’s Downtown district and is open late during the spring and summer months for Art Walk. Admission is $1 for the general public and free to members, students and seniors.

University of California Riverside Botanic Gardens

Riverside 92521

(951) 827-4650

www.gardens.ucr.edu

These gardens are a living plant museum with more than 3500 plant species from around the world. The gardens are located off Canyon Crest Avenue on the UCR campus follow the Botanic Gardens signs through the campus, past parking Lot 13, to reach a cedar-lined drive and the entrance to the gardens. Open daily from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., suggested donation $1; parking is free.

Perris Valley Historical Museum

Located near Fourth and D Streets in downtown Perris, next to the railway tracks in the brick Santa Fe Depot (built in 1886). Take the 215 Freeway south from Riverside, exit Fourth Street turn left onto “D” Street (museum located on left).

(951) 657-0274

Admission is free but the museum is staffed by volunteers; call to schedule tours.

Perris Orange Empire Railway Museum

Located at 2501 South A Street in Perris. From the Santa Fe Depot, continue on Fourth Street (Highway 74 to Elsinore) to A Street and turn left. Open every day from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., admission to the museum grounds and walk-through exhibits is free. The museum also features streetcar and train rides on the weekends.

General Information Line: (951) 657-2605/Direct Contact: (951) 943-3020

NEWCOMERS INFORMATION

THE NEWCOMERS CLUB

If you are new to the area, miss familiar faces and long to connect with the community, the Newcomers Club may help. The club strives to provide social and cultural activities to new residents.

For more information: Call (951) 302-6574

CAMPUS TOURS OF UC RIVERSIDE FOR THE NEWCOMER

Take advantage of campus tours offered to prospective students, new faculty members, or those who are simply curious about the University.

For more information contact the operator at: (951) 827-1012 or visit the website: http://futurestudents.ucr.edu

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS

THE PRESS ENTERPRISE

The Press Enterprise, a Pulitzer-Prize winning newspaper was established in 1878. The Press Enterprise is the major news service for Riverside County. To subscribe to The Press Enterprise call: (951) 684-1200. Offices are located at 3412 Fourteenth Street in Riverside near the 91 Freeway.

VOTER REGISTRATION

As a California voter, you should be aware that there are ongoing local elections throughout the state. The 15-day close of registration deadline for these local elections varies depending on the actual date of the election. If you need to know a deadline for a local election, you will need to contact your local county elections office to confirm the deadline. You can acquire a voter registration form either at your local county elections office, library, or U.S. Post Office. It is important that the completed voter registration form has a 15-day deadline postmark on it. It is not the Secretary of State's Office desire to disenfranchise anyone from the voting process.

For additional information please call: 1-800-345-VOTE or

Visit: http://www.ss.ca.gov/elections

IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS

Police and Fire Dept. 911

Fire Dept. Info.

Temecula: (951) 676-2161

Lake Elsinore: (951) 245-2185

Murrieta: (951) 677-5511

Menifee: (951) 679-2241

Sheriff & Police Dept. Info.

Temecula: (951) 696-3000

Lake Elsinore: (951) 245-3300

Vehicle Abatement (951) 351-6039

Traffic Safety Commission

Temecula: (951) 951-6411

Lake Elsinore: (951) 674-3124

City of Temecula

City Hall Information (951) 694-6444

Business Licenses (951) 694-6431

Branch Library (951) 600-6270

City of Lake Elsinore

City Hall Information (951) 674-3124

Business License (951) 674-3124

Branch Library (951) 674-4517

County of Riverside

County Information (951) 955-1000

County Clerk Courthouse (951) 955-4600

Info-Administrative Center (951) 955-1110

Elections Department (951) 486-7200

Sheriff (non-emergency) (951) 275-2400

State of California

Air Pollution Information (800) 242-4666

Employment Development (951) 955-2200

Board of Equalization (951) 680-6400

Franchise Tax Board (800) 852-5711

Dept. of Motor Vehicles (800) 777-0133

U. S. Government

Internal Revenue Service (800) 829-1040

Post Office-Main Branch (800) 275-8777

March Air Force Base (951) 655-1110

Utilities

Verizon (800) 483-4000

Southern CA Edison (800) 684-8123

Southern CA Gas Co. (800) 427-2200

Adelphia (951) 699-0020

Comcast (888) 255-5789

Human Resource

Temecula: (951) 600-6000

Lake Elsinore: (951) 674-3124

Murrieta: (951) 304-CITY

Temecula

Chamber of Commerce (951) 676-5090

Lake Elsinore

Chamber of Commerce (951) 245-8848

Murrieta

Chamber of Commerce (951) 677-7916

County of Riverside (951) 955-1000

General Information

Riverside Visitors (951) 222-4700

Convention Bureau (951) 222-4700

Animal Control (951) 674-0618

PUBLIC WORKS

Code Compliance (951) 955-1000

Zoning Violations

Illegal Business Operations

Business Violations

Illegal Garage Sales

Illegal Signs

Property Maintenance

Illegal Dumping

Weeds

Litter/Debris

Parking on Lawns

Abandoned Buildings

Inoperable Vehicles

(On Private Property)

SEWER QUESTIONS (951) 928-3777

SOLID WASTE

Trash Pick-up Problems (800) 755-8112

STREETS (951) 694-6480

Street/Curb/Sidewalk Repairs

Street Sweeping

Potholes

Standing Water

Street Signs

Shopping Cart Retrieval

Street Const./Grading/Paving (951) 694-6411

TRAFFIC (951) 694-6411

Signal Problems

New Signal/Sign Requests

Express Mail Services

DHL (800) 247-2676

Federal Express (800) 238-5355

United Parcel Service (800) 742-5877

Newspapers

Press Enterprise (951) 684-1200

Sun City/ Menifee Valley News (951) 301-3501

The Californian (951) 676-4315

Temecula Valley News (951) 587-9153