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The virus is officially a pandemic — but there's no cause to panic.
Stay safe by knowing the facts: how to keep yourself well,
what to do if you feel ill, and how the virus is affecting the
local community. Learn more:

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Current City Council Agenda
City Council meetings are canceled for remainder of July and August.
The next City Council meeting is scheduled for September 1, 2020.

See all Moreno Valley City Council agendas on the City Agenda Portal.
Remember, you can attend council meetings online through Zoom.

2040 General Plan Update
In 2019, City Council approved moving ahead with the comprehensive
General Plan update. This will be only the second comprehensive
update in the City’s history. Learn more about the update and
see how you can get involved.
Learn more about the 2040 General Plan Update
Infórmese sobre la actualización del Plan General 2040

Dracaea Ave Greenway Corridor Study
The City of Moreno Valley is developing the Dracaea Avenue Neighborhood Greenway Corridor Study to address all modes of transportation to meet the current and future needs of community members of all ages and abilities.
Visit the Dracaea Ave. Greenway Corridor Study website

Moreno Valley at Work: August 3 - 7, 2020
Check out this week's summary of good news from the City that soars:

• Mayor's Minute: "State of the City" Address Will Go Virtual
  
• Moreno Valley Utility Recognized Nationally for Outstanding System Reliability
  
• Help NBC4/Telemundo and MoVal "Clear the Shelters"
  
• MoVal Movies: Drive-in Series
  
• Get Up-to-Date Local Job Listings on New "Hire MoVal Job Board"
  
• Need a Reminder for Putting the Garbage/Recycling Out
  

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Business Hours for City of Moreno Valley — Updated for COVID-19

Moreno Valley offices and facilities are closed to the public indefinitely, pending further updates to the Governor’s Executive Orders or Riverside County of Public Health.

• City Hall is open Monday – Thursday for drop-offs/pick-ups by appointment only and closed every Friday. Some services are provided online or by telephone where possible. Call 951.413.3230 for details.
• The Public Safety Building/Police Department business hours are Monday – Friday 9 am to 5 pm.

Learn how to access City Services  |  City hours of operation | COVID-19 Closure Plan

Press Releases

See all City News Releases.

08/13/20

High Temps Trigger Statewide Flex Alert for Friday, Aug. 14
A statewide electricity Flex Alert has been issued by the California Independent System Operator (CAISO) for the hours of 3 - 10 p.m., Friday, Aug. 14, due to high temperatures and the resulting high energy demand. Learn more about the statewide Flex Alert.

08/09/20

Moreno Valley, We’ve Got You Covered: City Launches Free Face Mask Giveaway Program As part of the City of Moreno Valley’s efforts to combat the spread of COVID-19, MoVal will give away 175,000 masks through the “We’ve Got You Covered” program. The free mask giveaway begins this week, and masks can be picked up at participating grocery stores throughout the City.
Learn more about the free mask giveaway program.

08/03/20

Help Moreno Valley Animal Shelter, NBC4/Telemundo "Clear the Shelters" on Sat., August 15 The annual event, set in Moreno Valley for Sat., Aug. 15, encourages pet adoption with deeply discounted pet adoption fees of just $20 -- a savings in some cases of as much as $100 or more. Read more about the clear the shelter event.

07/29/20

Free Microchips for Pets Still Available at Moreno Valley Animal Shelter
For a limited time only, free HomeAgain microchips are now available for Moreno Valley dogs and cats. That's a $16 savings per pet! Residents must make an appointment with the Animal Shelter.
Read more about the free microchips.

07/25/20

M to be Lighted in Recognition of Americans with Disabilities Act Awareness Day Moreno Valley’s iconic M on Box Springs Mountain will shine in green the evening of Sunday, July 26, in recognition of Americans with Disabilities Act Awareness Day. The M will be lighted green from dusk to midnight. Read more about the M Lighting.

07/24/20

Moreno Valley Public Library Offers FREE "Coursera for Workforce Recovery" Online Learning Accounts Moreno Valley Public Library invites residents seeking new or better employment opportunities to register for a free Coursera online learning account through Coursera for Workforce Recovery, a program for those developing their skills and knowledge to re-enter the workforce.
Read more about Coursera for Workforce Recovery.

07/23/20

"Forward MoVal" Grants Will Help Small Businesses and Employees Hurt by Pandemic
This week, the Forward MoVal Grant program issued the first of 45 one-time, emergency grants of $7,500 to help local businesses hurt by the pandemic create or retain jobs for low- and moderate-income employees. Read more about the Forward MoVal grant.

07/22/20

City Creates Simple, Free Online Permit for Temporary Outdoor Business Services
As it did to accommodate restaurants that could safely offer their services outdoors, the City of Moreno Valley has created a simple, free online permitting process for existing businesses that can safely deliver their services in an outdoor setting. Read more about the free permits.

07/21/20

Moreno Valley to Host Food Distribution Event Sat., July 25 In a partnership with Al Rahma Food Bank, the City of Moreno Valley will host a drive-thru food distribution event at City Hall on Saturday, July 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. or until supplies last. Read more about the food distribution event.

07/17/20

Moreno Valley Honored with Highest Statewide Award for Outstanding Afterschool Program The City of Moreno Valley's Afterschool Expanded Learning Program is being honored by the League of California Cities with its prestigious Helen Putnam Award for Excellence in the category of Counties/Cities/Schools Partnership Intergovernmental Collaboration. Read more about the award and the program.

07/16/20

Moreno Valley's Healthcare Sector Grows with Kaiser Permanente Groundbreaking Photo Opportunity The healthcare footprint in Moreno Valley grew again this week with the groundbreaking for Kaiser Permanente Medical Center's new 95,000 square foot Diagnostic & Treatment Center. Read more about the Kaiser expansion project.

07/10/20

Moreno Valley's MoVaLearns-Mayors Challenge Program Wins Prestigious International Award The International City/County Management Association (ICMA) has chosen the City of Moreno Valley to receive its 2020 Local Government Excellence Award in the Community Diversity & Inclusion category for the City's innovative MoVaLearns-Mayors Challenge program.
Learn more about the award.

07/09/20

Moreno Valley Provides Cool Center for Heat-sensitive Residents
When temperatures climb to 97 degrees and above, heat-sensitive residents may seek refuge at the City of Moreno Valley's designated cool center, the Cottonwood Golf Center at 13671 Frederick St.
Learn more about the cooling center.

07/08/20

Moreno Valley City Council Declares Racism a Public Health Concern
In a resolution unanimously approved at its July 7 regular meeting, the Moreno Valley City Council declared that the many deleterious effects of both individual and systemic racism constitute a threat to public health. Read about the resolution.

07/01/20

Free Microchips Available for Pets Starting July 7
Beginning July 7, for a limited time only, free HomeAgain microchips will be available for Moreno Valley dogs and cats. Learn more about the free microchip program.

06/27/20

Moreno Valley's Iconic M to be Lighted for Pride Month 2020
Moreno Valley's iconic M on Box Springs Mountain will sport a rainbow of colors from dusk to midnight, Saturday, June 27, in recognition of Pride Month 2020, a celebration of the LGBTQ community. Learn more about the M lighting.

06/26/20

CVS Pharmacy Offers Drive-thru Coronavirus Testing
Moreno Valley residents can get tested for coronavirus infection in the comfort of their vehicles at the CVS Pharmacy in Lakeside Terrace Center. 
Learn more about the new coronavirus testing location.

06/25/20

Applications Being Accepted for New Citizens Public Safety Committee
The City is now accepting applications for service on the new Citizens Public Safety Committee. 
Learn more about how to apply for the new citizens public safety committee.

06/24/20

Moreno Valley Re-opens More Facilities at City Parks
Moreno Valley is re-opening the skateparks at Community and March Field parks, parking lots at all City parks, and restrooms at selected parks, effective Thursday, June 25.
Learn more about the parks openings.

06/23/20

New Coronavirus Testing Site Opens at Cottonwood Golf Center
Beginning Wednesday, June 24, Moreno Valley will have a new coronavirus testing site at Cottonwood Golf Center. Testing is by appointment only. Learn more about the coronavirus testing center.

06/22/20

School and City Officials Join Effort to Boost Edgemont Neighborhood Census Participation
A caravan of cars escorted by Moreno Valley Police vehicles wended its way through the City's Edgemont neighborhood recently to raise awareness among residents of the ongoing 2020 federal Census and the importance of taking part in the big count.
Learn more about the caravan and the census.

06/17/20

Moreno Valley Creates "WiFi Gardens" to Provide Free Internet Access at City FacilitiesExpanding public access to the internet is the goal of the Moreno Valley City Council's decision to provide free WiFi at City facilities. Learn more about the WiFi Gardens.

06/11/20

Moreno Valley Public Library to Offer New Park & Pick-up Service
The Library's new Park & Pick-up service lets patrons order books, audiobooks or DVDs online or by phone and make an appointment to pick them up at a table just outside the library branch. Learn how the new park & pickup services works.

06/10/20

Moreno Valley Offers Cool Center for Heat-sensitive Residents
When temperatures climb to 97 degrees and above, heat-sensitive residents may seek refuge at the City of Moreno Valley's designated cool center, the Cottonwood Golf Center at 13671 Frederick St.
Read more about the cooling center.

06/01/20

City of Moreno Valley Creates "Forward MoVal" Small Business Grant Program
The City of Moreno Valley has developed the Forward MoVal Small Business Grant program to help Moreno Valley businesses hurt by the coronavirus pandemic. Read more about the grant and how to qualify...

05/30/20

Coronavirus Testing Site Open in Moreno Valley
Moreno Valley residents are strongly encouraged to make use of the Riverside County Public Health coronavirus testing site in Moreno Valley. Read more and get the testing location address

05/15/20

Kaiser Medical Center Approved for 20-year Expansion Project
The health care footprint in Moreno Valley is going to grow with the City's recent approval of Kaiser Medical Center's 20-year expansion plan.
Learn more about the Kaiser Medical Center expansion plans...

04/07/20

Mayor and City Council Take Action to Protect Moreno Valley Utility Customers from Rate Increase During Covid-19 Crisis
Mayor and City Council Take Action to Protect Moreno Valley Utility Customers from Rate Increase During Covid-19 Crisis. Read more about the rejected rate increase...

04/07/20

Daily Webinars on COVID-19 Assistance Funding Offered for Small Businesses
There has been a lot of discussion, debate and activity at the state and federal levels regarding help for small business during the COVID-19 crisis, but for most people, wading through the details and figuring out what help is actually available and how to access it can be daunting. See how you can register for free small business webinars...

03/25/20

City Uses Zoom Video Conferencing to Keep Residents Involved
Using the internet, Moreno Valley residents have long been able to watch live or recorded City Council meetings at their convenience. Learn how to participate in City Council Meetings using Zoom...

03/19/20

Moreno Valley Suspends Penalties and Interest on Late Payment of Fees and Fines During Restricted City Hall Operations
Recognizing the financial hardship caused by the coronavirus crisis, as part of its plan for restricting City Hall operations, Moreno Valley is giving residents a break by suspending penalties and interest for late payment of utility bills, parking citations, business license fees, and library fines incurred beginning March 18, 2020, through April 15, 2020. Learn more about the suspended late payment fees...

Business and Development
Get the big picture on business and development activities in Moreno Valley.

City Maps
See maps of the City, with GIS info and much more.

Developer Help Desk
Visit the online help desk with links to forms, engineering specs and more.

Parcel & Zoning Information
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RFPs - Bids
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Developer Request for Additional Information

Moreno Valley Commits to Cooperation and Transparency
The City of Moreno Valley is dedicated to making government as accessible as possible. City Hall is exploring how we may share information with the public on a continuing basis, with the goal being to promote transparency while preserving the integrity of the legal process. The City has developed a website that provides links to various information requests and responses. Visit the page...

Visit the Accounts Payable Ledger
This portal provides accounts payable transactions from July 1, 2012 through the most recently closed and unaudited financial period. The Accounts Payable Ledger is a subset of the City’s expenditures. Expenditure transactions include the Accounts Payable Ledger in addition to wire transfers and payroll, along with any adjustments requiring a journal entry or invoice payment correction. View the ledger...