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JOIN US FOR THE
PUBLIC SAFETY OPEN HOUSE
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Mark your calendars for the annual Public Safety Open House on Saturday, October 12, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at Fire Station #178 (10595 Town Center Drive) for a family-friendly event hosted by the Rancho Cucamonga Fire District, Police Department, and Public Works team.
This is a wonderful opportunity to spend time with our community’s dedicated first responders and public safety teams. Here’s what you can look forward to:
- Meet local firefighters and police officers
- Explore public works equipment displays
- Get to know the police K9s
- Enjoy music and food
Don't miss this chance to connect with your community heroes and enjoy a day of learning and fun for all ages. We hope to see you there!
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Get ready for a spook-filled adventure at our annual Spooktacular event on Saturday, October 19, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the RC Sports Center (8303 Rochester Ave.)!
Celebrate the season with a Fun Zone featuring carnival games, jumpers, and crafts! Don’t forget to wear your best Halloween costume and enjoy our FREE Trunk-or-Treat area—perfect for a ghoulish time with the whole family!
Wristbands are required to access the Fun Zone and are available for just $10. You can purchase wristbands in advance at the RC Sports Center (8303 Rochester Ave.) or Central Park (11200 Base Line Rd.) during regular operating hours.
Don't miss out on this spooktacular celebration! Get your wristbands early and prepare for an afternoon of family-friendly fun.
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PURR-FECT FUN AWAITS AT THE
CATOBERFEST FELINE FAIR
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The Rancho Cucamonga Animal Center and the Rancho Cucamonga Animal Care Foundation are excited to invite you to this year’s Catoberfest on Saturday, October 19, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.!
Come enjoy an afternoon of cuteness at the Feline Fun Fair! Test your skills at a variety of cat-themed carnival games, shop for unique finds at the Crazy Cat Boutique, savor delicious treats from our bake sale, and visit the Adopt-A-Plant booth. Don’t miss the chance to cuddle with kittens at the Hissing Booth! Best of all, we’re offering sponsored adoptions for all cats and kittens—the perfect opportunity to find a new furry family member. All proceeds will directly support our cat programs.
Calling All Businesses and Community Groups!
We are seeking local businesses, clubs, sports teams, and community groups to participate in Catoberfest. Groups can design and host their own cat-themed carnival game for attendees to enjoy. Simply provide the game, run the booth, and we’ll supply the prizes! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with the community, promote your organization, and support the Animal Center.
If you or a group you know is interested, please contact us at RCPets@CityofRC.us. The deadline to apply is October 15—we’d love to have you join the fun!
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LEWIS FAMILY PLAYHOUSE
OCTOBER SHOWS
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Get ready to dive into an unforgettable lineup this October at the Lewis Family Playhouse! Experience the soulful sounds of Natural Wonder: The Ultimate Stevie Wonder Experience and the enchanting magic of Disney’s The Little Mermaid. Don’t miss out on these captivating performances—click the button below to view the full season schedule! | |
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MEASURE Q:
THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX BALLOT MEASURE
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The City of Rancho Cucamonga strives to maintain safety, security, and a high quality of life for all who live, work, and visit here.
One of the fiscal means to maintain this quality and character is the City of Rancho Cucamonga’s Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) also known as a "bed tax" or "hotel visitor tax" which is paid by hotel, motel, and short-term rental guests staying in Rancho Cucamonga. The TOT provides a reliable source of funding for some City services, doing so without any tax burden on local residents, unless a resident stays at a hotel, motel or short-term rental in Rancho Cucamonga.
To help the City plan for the future, on May 15, 2024, after conducting public outreach and receiving feedback from the community, including conducting a public opinion poll, the Rancho Cucamonga City Council unanimously voted to place Measure Q, a Transient Occupancy Tax measure on the November 5, 2024, ballot.
The TOT is not paid by any local hotel, motel or short-term rental operator, but solely by guests staying within Rancho Cucamonga. If approved by voters, the $1 million generated by Measure Q each year could provide funding to help the City plan for long-term budgeting of key City functions, including:1
- Supporting Public Safety
- Addressing Homelessness
- Improving Infrastructure
- Maintaining and Improving Parks and Open Space
- Supporting City Programs for Seniors and Youth
1- Rancho Cucamonga City Council. (2024) 'Item H1: Consideration of Resolution No. 2024-030.' In minutes and staff report of May 15, 2024, Regular City Council Meeting of Rancho Cucamonga: City Hall.
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Have you dreamed of having your own business?
In partnership with the San Bernardino County Economic Development Department, Asociación de Emprendedor@s and Chaffey College, the City of Rancho Cucamonga will begin the second cohort of the Emprendedor@s Program on Monday, February 3. This eight-week entrepreneurship academy educates, motivates, empowers, and develops the leadership skills and business acumen of Spanish-speaking entrepreneurs (Emprendedor@s). All services are provided at no cost. For more information or to register, call 1- 909-601-0092.
¿Has soñado con tener tu propio negocio?
En unión con el departamento de desarrollo económico del condado de San Bernardino, la Asociación de Emprendedor@s y Chaffey College, la ciudad comenzará la segunda cohorte del Programa Emprendedor@s el 3 de febrero. Esta academia de emprendimiento de ocho semanas educa, motiva, empodera y desarrolla las habilidades de liderazgo y la visión para los negocios de emprendedores de habla hispana (Emprendedor@s). Todos los servicios se proporcionan sin costo alguno. Para más información o para registrarse llame al 1-909-601-0092.
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October is Manufacturing Month
Manufacturing Month is celebrated every October to recognize the contributions manufacturers make to our local economy, and to empower manufacturers to come together and address the skills and applicant gaps due to the lack of awareness of career pathways in manufacturing.
Manufacturing Day, encourages manufacturers to open their doors and showcase the potential of modern manufacturing, fostering an interest in manufacturing careers.
Help us celebrate MFG Day and raise awareness about modern manufacturing careers. Find a local event at www.mfgday.com.
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National Women's Small Business Month
Every October, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) honors the milestone achievements of women-owned businesses. The City of Rancho Cucamonga joins the SBA and celebrates the Rancho Cucamonga women-owned businesses and their lasting impact on the local economy.
To celebrate, we invite the community to visit and shop at one of our Rancho Cucamonga women-owned businesses. Happy National Women’s Small Business Month!
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In partnership with the Rancho Cucamonga Animal Center, we want to remind our #RCcommUNITY of a few coyote safety tips:
• Never feed or attempt to tame, may result in conflicts with pets or livestock.
• Trim ground-level shrubbery to reduce hiding places.
• Coyotes are more active in the spring when feeding and protecting their young.
• Bring pets in at night and do not leave pet food outside.
• Put away bird feeders at night to avoid attracting rodents and other prey.
• Provide secure enclosures for rabbits, poultry, etc.
For concerns, call the Animal Center Field Services at 1-909-466-7387 ext. 1 and for more information, click the button below.
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As many of you know, Rancho Cucamonga is no stranger to the Santa Ana winds. Strong winds and dry weather contribute to extreme fire weather conditions and can initiate Red Flag Warnings and power outages. It is important for our community to be #ReadyRC by following these tips:
Your household may be subject to a Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) administered by Southern California Edison (SCE) when fire weather conditions are dangerous. These power shutoffs are managed by SCE and are a “proactive attempt to protect against wildfires sparking.” The City of Rancho Cucamonga and the Rancho Cucamonga Fire District are here to encourage our community to make sure your information with SCE is up to date by visiting their website and signing up for alerts.
Protect your home by creating defensible space around your property which includes low growing plants with high moisture content. Remove dead branches or trees and clear weeds and dry vegetation from around your property. Roofs and eaves are also vulnerable to flying embers in a wildfire, so be sure to clean your rain gutters and inspect your attic roof vents for proper installation and integrity. If you are asked to evacuate, please follow the order and remove yourself and your household from the home to a safer location.
Enable Emergency Alert Notifications on your mobile device by turning them on in your device settings. This ensures that you'll receive critical updates from the City or Fire District, especially when it comes to essential information about wildfire threats and evacuations. We're here to help keep you safe and informed!
Follow the City of Rancho Cucamonga and the Rancho Cucamonga Fire District on Facebook and Twitter to receive non-emergency information about weather and wind events. A social media account is not needed to view these pages.
For non-emergency issues, use the City's RC2GO reporting portal at wwww.CityofRC.us If you have an emergency issue to report, such as suspicious fire activity, please call 9-1-1.
History has shown that it’s not a matter of if a wildfire will threaten our community, but when it will happen again. Learn more about wildfire preparedness and what to do in an emergency by visiting ReadyRC.org or quickly download our digital Ready RC Emergency Preparedness Guide by clicking the button below.
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