Volume 255 | December 20 - December 24, 2021
Happy Holidays, Moreno Valley!
The City of Moreno Valley would like to wish you a very happy and prosperous holiday season!

Moreno Valley comes alive during the holidays as the community revels in the festive spirit. Whether you're buying the perfect gift for your special someone, donating to charity, or spending time with your loved ones, the City of Moreno Valley hopes your holidays are filled with love and light.

Be sure to read Mayor Yxstian Gutierrez's weekly message on his favorite parts of the holiday season.
Congratulations to the Winners of the Holiday Home Light Display Contest
Congratulations to the winners of our annual Holiday Home Light Display Contest! Many households applied, but only three were bestowed with the titles of the most festive holiday houses in Moreno Valley.

Here are your winners:

  • Most Spirited: Rafael Elizalde and Aurora Pina - 13506 Somergate Drive
  • Best Theme: George Villareal - 15239 Adobe Way
  • Clark Griswold Award: Jim and Valerie Brost - 28075 Sea Biscuit Street

These houses illuminated Moreno Valley with their beautiful and eye-catching holiday light displays.

Thank you to everyone who applied in the contest, and happy holidays, MoVal!
Fireworks are Illegal Year-Round
in Moreno Valley
As we approach the New Year, the City reminds residents that fireworks are illegal year-round in Moreno Valley.

Not only are fireworks illegal, but they are also extremely dangerous. Illegal fireworks may cause serious injuries, trigger PTSD in veterans, and cause pets to run away. Moreno Valley police officers have also prioritized illegal fireworks enforcement and have made numerous fines and arrests throughout the year.

To report illegal fireworks, visit www.moval.org/fireworks or call 951.247.8700. 

Please have a fun, safe, and fireworks-free New Year.
Many Spots Still Available for
December 29 Vaccination Event
Time slots are still available for the free COVID-19 vaccination event on December 29 at the Moreno Valley Conference and Recreation Center (CRC).

As the Holiday season continues and new cases from the Omicron variant continue to increase, the City is offering the option of receiving the Pfizer vaccine free of charge during a vaccination event at the Conference and Recreation Center, located at 14075 Frederick Street.

Register here today and stay healthy!
Pet of the Week: Phoebe
Our Pet of the Week is a one-year-old Rottweiler Mix named Phoebe. This young pup is adorable, curious, and loves to play tug-of-war. Phoebe found herself at the Moreno Valley Animal Shelter after being surrendered due to her original family's living situation. All Phoebe wants for Christmas is to find her forever home where she can play and be loved. 

If you would like to make Phoebe or any pet from the Moreno Valley Animal Shelter part of your family, please contact the Moreno Valley Animal Shelter at 951.413.3790 or visit www.moval.org/pets.