City of Moreno Valley

Moreno Valley Animal Services is making it even easier and more reassuring to adopt a new furry family member through its partnership with MetLife Pet Insurance. This new program, included with each adoption of dogs and cats from the Moreno Valley Animal Shelter, provides pet insurance at no cost to you for the first 30 days. The 30-day policy includes accident and illness coverage, up to $500 in benefits, and a low $50 deductible per incident. Adopters have the freedom to visit any licensed veterinarian, emergency clinic, or specialist in the United States. The coverage applies to more than just adopted dogs and cats. MetLife Pet Insurance now also offers the same 30 days of included coverage for adopted exotic and pocket pets, with equines as the only exception. Learn more about animal services and our adoptable pets by visiting moval.org/pets.

ATTN MoVal kids ages 11-17: get your glow on with our new spring event! Check out the Glowing Crazy Egg Hunt on Friday, April 10, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Carla. J. Thornton Teen SPOT. Glowing Crazy is a fun glow-in-the-dark egg hunt featuring food, games, music, free glow accessories, and a chance to win exciting prizes! The Carla J. Thornton Teen SPOT is in the Conference & Recreation Center at 14075 Frederick Street. Registration is free, and space is limited. Register today by going to moval.org/teenspot. . . . #egghunt #teenactivities #morenovalley #moval #ilovemoval #teenspot

Due to safety and air quality concerns created by the Springs Fire, as well as the evacuation orders in selected zones within the City limits of Moreno Valley and other surrounding areas, the Adult Flashlight Egg Scramble has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 18. We appreciate your understanding throughout this evolving situation, and encourage everyone to stay safe and follow guidance from local authorities. The safety and well-being of our residents is always our top priority. We look forward to seeing you at the rescheduled event! If you have already registered and are unable to attend on the new date, please email specialevents@moval.org to request a refund. For more information on the Springs fire, please visit rvcfire.org/incidents.

Our Pet of the Week is Beau, a one-year-old male Redbone Hound mix. Beau may be a bit too large to fit in an Easter basket, but he’ll fit right in with any family. This sweet pup can’t resist showing affection. He is great at playing fetch and already knows how to “sit” and “shake.” This floppy-eared, happy, hopping hound would be a great addition to any family. If you would like to make Beau, or any pet from the Moreno Valley Animal Shelter, part of your family, please call 951.413.3790 or visit moval.org/pets. The Moreno Valley Animal Shelter is located at 14041 Elsworth Street in Moreno Valley. Note: Our featured pets tend to get adopted very quickly when they are shared in our newsletter and on social media. If they have already been adopted when you inquire, please consider one of the other loving pets in the shelter who are also looking for their forever homes. #petrescue #petadoption #dogrescue #moval #ilovemoval #morenovalley #dogs

ADOPTERS NEEDED! Moreno Valley Animal Services needs your help to make space in our shelter for pets impacted by the Springs Fire. Pets available for adoption can be viewed here: Adoptable Dogs: 24petconnect.com/MorenoValleyAd… Adoptable Cats: 24petconnect.com/MorenoValleyAd… Moreno Valley Animal Shelter Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Sundays, Mondays, and City Holidays

Due to safety and air quality concerns created by the Springs Fire, as well as the evacuation orders in selected zones within the City limits of Moreno Valley and other surrounding areas, the Adult Flashlight Egg Scramble has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 18. We appreciate your understanding throughout this evolving situation, and encourage everyone to stay safe and follow guidance from local authorities. The safety and well-being of our residents is always our top priority. We look forward to seeing you at the rescheduled event! If you have already registered and are unable to attend on the new date, please email specialevents@moval.org to request a refund. For more information on the Springs fire, please visit rvcfire.org/incidents.

On Wednesday, April 1, Congressman Mark Takano visited the Moreno Valley Business and Employment Resource Center (BERC) to present a check in the amount of $850,000, as part of the Community Project Funding request for the BERC expansion project. This significant investment demonstrates strong support for our business and workforce development priorities and will help us move forward with critical improvements and increased capacity This funding is a direct result of coordinated advocacy with Congressman Takano’s team, as well as the Mayor and Council’s continued commitment to advancing projects that benefit our community. The expansion of the BERC to its new location will enhance our ability to serve residents more effectively and position us for future growth.

Due to the developments in the Springs Fire on Gilman Springs Road, an evacuation shelter has been set up at Valley View High School, located at 13135 Nason Street, Moreno Valley, CA 92555. An animal shelter has been set up at San Jacinto Animal Shelter, located at 581 S. Grand Avenue, San Jacinto, CA 92582. For more information, please follow Cal Fire at rvcfire.org/incidents. ------------ Debido a la evolución del incendio Springs Fire en Gilman Springs Road, se ha habilitado un refugio de evacuación en la escuela secundaria Valley View High School, ubicada en 13135 Nason Street, Moreno Valley, CA 92555. Se ha habilitado un refugio para animales en el San Jacinto Animal Shelter, ubicado en 581 S. Grand Avenue, San Jacinto, CA 92582. Para más información, por favor siga a Cal Fire en rvcfire.org/incidents.

Happy Friday, MoVal! Check out our latest edition of MoVal at Work, featuring: 🔦 Adult Flashlight Egg Scramble ☣️Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Event 🚚Free Dump Day 🏛️Citizens' Academy ‍🐶 Our Pet of the Week, Beau! Read more: conta.cc/4vdaxuE #movalatwork #morenovalley #ilovemoval #petoftheweek #petadoption

NEW LOCATION! Many products found in your home are considered hazardous substances. The City offers FREE collection events for you to dispose of these products safely and responsibly. Because of their chemical makeup, certain items can poison, corrode, explode, or ignite easily if not handled properly. Because of this, they are considered to be household hazardous waste (HHW) and must be disposed of properly. It is illegal to dispose of household hazardous waste in the trash, down storm drains, or onto the ground. Our next FREE Household Hazardous and Electronic Waste Collection Event is happening on Saturday, April 11, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Riverside County Department of Waste Resources Office, located at 14310 Frederick Street, Moreno Valley. This event is for City of Moreno Valley and Riverside County residents only, and you may be asked to prove residency via a driver’s license or utility bill. The maximum amount is limited to 15 gallons or 125 lbs per vehicle, per trip. No explosives, radioactive waste, leaking containers, commercial waste, or non-profit organization waste. For more information, visit moval.org/recycle. . . . #householdhazardouswaste #hazardouswastedisposal #moval #morenovalley #ilovemoval #recycle

Experience the ultimate nighttime egg hunt designed specifically for the child in all of us! There are limited spots remaining! Join us at Lasselle Sports Park to scramble for thousands of eggs in the dark while enjoying music and local food trucks. Here are some details to "Know Before You Go": Date: Saturday, April 4, from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. Entry: $20 per resident / $26 per non-resident Requirement: Must be 18 or older to participate Registration: No registration will be taken at the gate. Space is limited to 1,000 people Accessibility: Designated area available for those with mobility challenges Gear: A Flashlight or headlamp is required for the hunt Grand Prizes: Tablets, outdoor equipment, and gift cards Visit moval.org/scramble for more info.

Do you have something big you need to throw away? Stop by our Free Dump Day on Saturday, April 11, from 6 a.m. to noon at the Badlands Landfill, 31125 Ironwood Avenue. Our Free Dump Day is for Moreno Valley residents only, and you will be asked to prove residency via driver’s license or utility bill. Acceptable items include indoor/outdoor furniture, mattresses/box springs, appliances, TVs/Computers/other e-waste, fluorescent bulbs/tubes, household/car batteries, paint, aerosols, and more! Items NOT accepted include tires, hazardous waste, asbestos, compressed gas cylinders, pesticides, cleaners, garden chemicals, and pool chlorine. Please cover/secure your loads before entering the landfill. Customers will be served on a first come/first serve basis, with a limit of 612 vehicles for the day. Learn more at moval.org/publicworks. . . . #freedumpday #morenovalley #cityofmorenovalley #ilovemoval #morenovalleypublicworks

While supplies last, the Moreno Valley Animal Shelter is offering Low Cost Spay-Neuter vouchers for dogs age six months and older and 30 pounds and over for qualifying low-income residents. - Tuesday through Friday: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Saturday: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Animal Shelter is located at 14041 Elsworth Street, Moreno Valley. Must show proof of Moreno Valley residency and proof of income. For more information, visit moval.org/pets or call 951.413.3790. . . . #spayandneuter #dogspayandneuter #moval

Are you prepared for an emergency or disaster? Attend our FREE 20-hour CERT Disaster Readiness course. This hands-on course offers valuable instruction on basic disaster preparedness, disaster medical, medical treatment, light search and rescue, fire suppression, and much more! Upon completion, you’ll receive a certificate of course completion, CERT bag, helmet, goggles, and gloves. Class Dates: Friday, April 17, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Saturday, April 18, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, April 19, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (Must attend all three days) Location: 22870 Calle San Juan de los Lagos, Moreno Valley 92553 No prior experience is required. Pants and closed-toe shoes are required. For more details or to register, visit moval.org/oem, call 951.413.3800, or email OEM@moval.org.

Residents with information related to the recent attacks on the wild burro population may contact the Riverside County Department of Animal Services at 951-358-7387. If you see an injured burro within the Moreno Valley city limits, call Moreno Valley Animal Services at 951-413-3790 (after hours, call 951-247-8700, Option 5).

In this edition of MoVal Now, Mayor Ulises Cabrera discusses the City's public art programs. #moval #ilovemoval #morenovalley

Bernie the Burro is officially counting down to the Adult Flashlight Egg Scramble on Saturday, April 4! This year, we are hiding over 13,000 dollars in prizes across the field, including gaming systems, laptops, TVs, and more! Get a closer look at Bernie’s Top 5 Favorite items: 1. Nintendo Switch 2. Ninja Grand Blender 3. Canon Camera Starter Kit 4. PS5 5. 75-inch TV Location: Lasselle Sports Park Date: Saturday, April 4 Time: Gates open at 6:30 p.m. The hunt starts at 8:00 p.m. sharp Cost: $20 for ages 18 and up Capacity: Limited to the first 1,000 participants to register With 12,000 eggs containing candy and Golden Tickets, a live DJ, and food trucks on site, this is a night you do not want to miss! Please remember to bring a flashlight and a bag for your eggs. Register today at registermoval.org. Please note that no on-site registration or refunds are allowed.

The City of Moreno Valley is currently accepting applications from local artists to display their artwork in City facilities through an Art Loan program. Artwork will be considered from artists who reside, work, or were born in Moreno Valley, as well as from family members of deceased artists with those same ties. Consideration is also extended to artists who reside in Riverside County. To enhance the aesthetics of City facilities, family-friendly art is being accepted for placement in the Council Chamber, Library, and other facilities. The submission deadline is May 9, 2026. Art pieces will be on display from June to September 2026. Applications are available at moval.gov/art. Please contact the Parks & Community Services Department at 951.413.3280 for more information.

Get ready, MoVal! Our 4th annual Adult Flashlight Egg Scramble will be on Saturday, April 4, from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. at Lasselle Sports Park, located at 17155 Lasselle Street. This 18-and-over event will feature a live DJ, great food, and exciting prizes. We’ll turn off the lights and hide 13,000 eggs filled with candy all across the park, and you may even find a “Golden Ticket” for a chance to win game systems, an HDTV, gift cards, and more! The egg hunt will happen in the dark, so be sure to bring your flashlight! Registration is now open and limited to the first 1,000 participants. Sign up by Wednesday, April 1, or until the event sells out. The entry fee is $20 per resident and $26 per non-resident. Join the fun! Learn more and sign up at moval.org/scramble.

Dear Moreno Valley Residents, In Moreno Valley, we’re always looking for ways to make City Hall more open, accessible, and responsive to our community. That’s why we’ve rolled out a new suite of digital tools designed to put information, services, and support right at your fingertips whenever you need them. One highly resident-focused upgrade is MoVal 24/7, our new app and online portal that makes it easier than ever to report issues such as potholes, graffiti, or broken streetlights. You can submit a request anytime and track it in real time, knowing it’s being routed directly to the right team. It’s a faster, smarter way for us to respond and deliver the level of service our community deserves. We’ve also made it simpler to access public records and stay informed. Our upgraded public records portal gives you a more user-friendly way to find City documents, from Council meeting minutes to resolutions. And with new tools like real-time translation at meetings and our virtual assistant, “Mo & Val,” available in more than 70 languages, we’re breaking down barriers and making it easier for everyone to participate. Transparency also means being clear about how your tax dollars are spent. Through our online financial transparency platform, you can explore City spending and see exactly where resources are going. It’s all part of our commitment to accountability and trust. At the end of the day, these tools are about making government work better for you by simplifying processes, increasing transparency, and giving you more ways to connect with your City. That’s what it means to have City Hall at your fingertips, and we’re just getting started! Lea el mensaje en español aquí: conta.cc/4v0LYkw #mayorsmessage #morenovalley #ilovemoval #moval