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CORONA Chamber of Commerce 904 E. Sixth Street CORONA, CA 92879 (951) 737-3350 CORONAchamber.org
04 WELCOME MESSAGE FROM CHAIRMAN
Bobby Spiegel President/CEO Bobby@CORONAchamber.org
06 MAYOR’S MESSAGE 08 CORONA - GATEWAY TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Denea Breitenbucher Vice President Denea@CORONAchamber.org
CORONA has risen as a business-friendly city that allows for growth and prosperity.
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Elizabeth De La Cruz Membership Development Elizabeth@CORONAchamber.org
CORONA, California, OUR town, is approximately a one-hOUR drive away from nearly every major Southern California attraction and activity.
Ed Lewis Membership Development Ed@CORONAchamber.org
16 GROWING BUSINESS AND LIFESTYLE
From its first day in May 1886, CORONA, then called South Riverside, was established for no other common interest than free enterprise.
Ligia Martinez Events and Member Services Ligia@CORONAchamber.org
18 CORONA ECONOMIC STATS 26 FOR THE LOVE OF COUNTRY
Sonja Prince Membership Development Sonja@CORONAchamber.org
From its very start, CORONA has hosted countless patriotic observances, including parades, picnics, concerts and plays.
Stephanie Shapiro Communications Director Stephanie@CORONAchamber.org
32 THE COMMUNITY
The CORONA community boasts many amenities that provide a first-rate quality of life for residents.
36 HEALTHCARE
The City of CORONA is home to hundreds of medical professionals in dozens of specialties.
46 EDUCATION
CORONA is at the crux of educational innovation, with top-tier public and private schools and nationally respected colleges, universities, and trade schools.
48 NAVIGATING LEGAL ISSUES & PROTECTING YOUR BUSINESS
Hiring a business attorney is critical to starting and running a small business.
53 CALENDAR OF EVENTS 54 CITIZEN’S GUIDE TO CORONA SERVICES What you want to find out and where to call for fast answers. 56 BUSINESS DIRECTORY & MEMBERSHIP INDEX
Alphabetical & Categorical
This entire publication and its contents are ©2015 CORONA Chamber of Commerce, all rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission from the CORONA Chamber of Commerce is prohibited. Information in The Guide is gathered from various sources and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. The CORONA Chamber of Commerce assumes no responsibility for omissions, errors or misinformation.
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CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE
Chairman of the Board Dean Seif Allstar Collision, Inc.
Your 2015 Corona Chamber of Commerce Business Directory is before you. I believe you will find this year’s Business Directory to be the best we have ever published. I hope you will use this directory to do business with other Chamber members. I have found that businesses listed in the Directory have the same high standards and business interests reflected in our business community. I’d like to thank those of you who are listed in our Business Directory for the first time and I hope your experience will be a positive one. If you are appearing again this year, I would like to thank you for your continued commitment to your Chamber. As we move forward in 2015, we will keep you up-to-date on the Corona Chamber’s online Business Directory at www.CORONAchamber.org. If you missed the opportunity to advertise in the printed version of the Directory, you may still advertise through the Chamber website. New members who join the Chamber during the year are added to the online Directory, giving them instant recognition within the business community.
OUR MISSION STATEMENT The CORONA Chamber of Commerce promotes business, advocacy, community and economic development, while serving as a catalyst for improving the overall quality of life in our community and region. As a small business owner, I’ve seen first-hand how supportive this Chamber is of business. Since becoming involved as a volunteer, I have experienced growth in my business and met some truly incredible people, some of whom are now my greatest clients and friends. I am honored to be the 2015 Chairman of the Board of Directors. Over the next year, you will continue to see us in the forefront of the conversation around business, advocacy, community and economic development. Thanks to you, our committed members, we will continue to work to make CORONA a great place to do business. If you need any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at the Chamber. The volunteer Board of Directors along with the professional staff that runs the day to day operations of the Chamber, are here to help.
Chairman-Elect Mark Peabody Peabody Engineering & Supply, Inc. First Vice Chairman Don Garling Lifetime Vinyl Fence Supply, Inc. Treasurer/Finance Chair Carolyn Anderson Corrao Waste Management Finance Vice Chair/ CORONA Chamber Foundation Kerry Pendergast Retired Banking Executive Immediate Past Chairman Jerry Wilson PRMG President/CEO/Corporate Secretary Bobby Spiegel CORONA Chamber of Commerce BOARD OF DIRECTORS Ja Marr Brown The Kaizen Way Yolanda Carrillo Corona-Norco Family YMCA Jim Gore Vulcan Materials Company Kim Lewis Creative By Design Michael Lin, Ed.D. Corona-Norco Unified School District Chris Miller Thomas Miller Mortuary & Crematory Paul Parnell, Ph.D. Norco College Linda Pearson Corona Regional Medical Center Lea Petersen Southern California Gas company Dr. Anthony Pirritano Chiropractic Injury Care & Prevention Network Mike Quraishi Aladdin Cleaning Services, Inc. Mike Ryan Ryan & Associates Financial Services Blake Usilton Vitality Group, LLC
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MAYOR’S MESSAGE GREETINGS!
As a long-time advocate for small business, I understand its value and importance. Small businesses are the driving force behind the economic wellbeing of all communities – bringing innovation, creating investment opportunities and employment for residents. Whether large or small, the 2015 Corona Chamber of Commerce Business Directory & Community Guide provides you with information for many of the prime businesses that serve our community in one easy place, right at your fingertips, as well as pertinent lifestyle data. If you’re visiting from out of town, welcome! This Guide will give you the tools and resources to navigate the city we love so dearly. I have been a proud business owner in Corona for over 40 years and during this time, a lot has changed. One thing that has remained constant through the years, is the Chamber’s commitment to business advocacy, networking and business referrals. It’s resources like this directory that have proven to be beneficial to the growth and success of the business community in Corona. I invite you to browse through the directory and encourage you to promote the services these businesses offer. These businesses provide many of the products and services we have all come to know and enjoy. You may even recognize one in an upcoming Mayor’s Message video, where together, we’ll go inside some of the manufacturing facilities and businesses in Corona to learn about their business. To view the videos or subscribe, visit InnerCircleCorona.com. If you have any questions about economic development within the City, contact our Economic Development team at (951) 736-2260. If you own a business outside the area, or are looking to start a new one, we encourage you to join the CORONA Chamber of Commerce. There are many benefits they would like to share with you. Sincerely,
Eugene Montanez Mayor CORONA, CA
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ORONA is the gateway to Inland Southern California and beyond. As Los Angeles and Orange County have grown increasingly populated and cost of doing business has become astronomical, CORONA has risen as a business-friendly city that allows for growth and prosperity. With an average income of $85,936 that marks as one of the strongest in Southern California, CORONA is a prime location for success.
than 50,000 diverse students, the CNUSD nurtures some of the strongest academic scores, with graduates averaging well above national standards on both the ACT and SAT exams.
QUALITY OF LIFE CORONA residents enjoy the comforts of a small town with the convenience of a large city. With a tight knit community that prides itself on taking an active role in its development, CORONA has grown by leaps and bounds, despite challenges at the State of California level. New businesses continue to open, along with community events such as Concerts on the Green at City Hall in the summer and tree lighting ceremonies in the winter. There is something to do year-round. Known for its heritage as the citrus growing capital of the world, CORONA has evolved into a premier shopping and dining location. With more than 5
HIGHER EDUCATION Why is CORONA so successful? Take a look at the percentage of our citizens with higher education and the answer becomes obvious. More than 33% of CORONA’s adult population has attained a higher education degree, creating a highly skilled workforce. Employers and residents are within a short drive of 70 private and public colleges and universities. All told, a combined enrollment of more than 200,000 students and prospective graduates are ready to service a growing and powerful workforce. Top ranked universities like the Claremont Colleges, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, Chapman University, and
million square feet of commercial retail, CORONA residents love to shop local and Shop CORONA. This local mindset keeps sales tax dollars in the city, giving strong support to parks, library, and life safety departments. The City of CORONA continues to be one of the best places to raise a family. Already ranked in the top 15% of the safest cities in the nation, the City’s violent crime rate dropped 20.79% in 2013, providing residents the safety they deserve. The Corona-Norco Unified School District, which has more than 30 primary schools, 8 intermediate schools and 8 high schools, ranks among the best in the state every year. With more
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Universities of California, Riverside and Irvine all have had graduates find success living and working in CORONA. Close ties with the University of California, Riverside and California State University, San Bernardino have fostered
strong relationships with the Economic Development team within the City of CORONA. The 5 nearby community colleges all have strived to be as open as possible with local businesses, allowing companies to grow and students to gain unbelievable experience. EXPAND & RELOCATE The past few years have not been the easiest for cities in California. When the economy slowed, the City of CORONA got to work building a team dedicated to growing the city and keeping companies in business. Through forward thinking, innovation and a proven process, Team CORONA has helped change dilapidated industrial sites into state of the art office space and old quarries into high-end retail shopping opportunities. Team CORONA worked hard to establish partnerships with the development and broker community, aiding companies who are looking to relocate or expand within the city. The team works for business, not against them, by cutting away red tape and lowering any downtime that comes with relocations and improvements. Through their tireless work, Team CORONA has created one of the strongest outreach
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TEAM CORONA HAS HELPED CHANGE DILAPIDATED INDUSTRIAL SITES INTO STATE OF THE ART OFFICE SPACE AND OLD QUARRIES INTO HIGH-END RETAIL SHOPPING OPPORTUNITIES. programs to local businesses in the state. This outreach allows local business leaders to feel like they are heard and are speaking with someone who understands the challenges of running a business. ...continued on page 12
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Continued from page 10... Team CORONA’s key initiatives are to provide top quality service to existing business and attract targeted industry to expand the city’s horizons. The close relationship that Team CORONA maintains with local universities and colleges creates a pipeline of highly skilled, ready to work employees for local business. Team CORONA is the city’s toolbox for local businesses, with a variety of uses to help with the needs of entrepreneurs.
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CORONA OFFERS THE UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO BE THE GATEWAY TO THE INLAND REGION OR TO THE COAST OF CALIFORNIA. SUMMARY Strategically located at the intersection of two major highways and adjacent to Orange County and the fastest growing region in California, CORONA offers the unique opportunity to be the gateway to the Inland Region or to the coast of California. The pro-business attitude and attention to economic development policies have made CORONA one of the state’s more prosperous communities. The average income of its residents has surpassed Orange County and ranks above six of that area’s largest cities. CORONA’s education system has ranked time and again above California averages on the Academic Performance Index and its crime rate remains one of the Nation’s lowest. Long term sustainability, competitive advantage, business friendly, and strategical location all make CORONA the place to be for citizens and business. Future development in the fastest growing region in the state, coupled with a vibrant local economy and tight knit community, all give CORONA the sustainable competitive advantage of others in the region. With the economy gaining momentum, CORONA stands to roar forward, proving that the best is yet to come.
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ORONA, California, OUR town, is the center radius of nearly every major Southern California attraction and activity. There is plenty to do within the city limits of the Circle City. It is nearly an unfair bonus that Coronans have an overabundance of options, too numerous to list, that are within a one hOUR reach. Collectively, they contribute to the reasons that CORONA rocks! This convenience is a prime benefit of living here that gives residents and visitors endless opportunities to pursue entertainment, education and business throughout the Southland. The reality of life here, which is among the nation’s largest population centers, is the daily scheduling around traffic. Commuters of OUR town are becoming increasingly less dependent upon automobiles to fill the usual onehOUR travel time. CORONA also enjoys an abundance of Metrolink train and bus routes that provide dependable transportation. There are two Metrolink stations that can help to speed your journey beyond our city limits. Most of the time, one-hOUR of traveling from OUR town will take
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one over fifty miles. This allows ample time to visit beaches, lakes and creeks for swimming, boating, fishing, etc. Almost one hundred years ago, so many Coronans were regulars at Corona del Mar that a false urban legend developed that still survives. In Spanish, the beach community’s name means, “crown of the sea.” Some started to claim that it was instead given the name in tribute to the multitudes of visiting of Coronans escaping the summer heat. OUR town’s proximity to mountain ranges and desert is an advantage for
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those of us that enjoy nature, but would rather have a root canal than spend a night camping. A day trip to beautiful scenery and still being home in time to slip into one’s own bed is simple. We can enjoy both the mountain resort life in places such as Big Bear and Lake Arrowhead or cavort in the desert towns such as beautiful Palm Springs. Coronans looking for a higher education do not have to look very far. There are dozens of quality universities and colleges that are within an hOUR away. Both public and private institutions for those beginning or continuing their studies are easy to reach. Excellent museums can also be added to our list of attractions. Those include the Getty, the California African American Museum, Los Angeles County Natural History Museum, California Science Center, Norton Simon
Museum, the Huntington Library, the Simon Wiesenthal Center’s Museum of Tolerance and dozens more. There is an abundance of professional team sport venues within an hOUR of OUR town. These include the NHL’s Anaheim Ducks and Los Angeles Kings, the NBA’s Los Angeles Clippers and Lakers, the Los Angeles Galaxy of the MLS, as well as MLB teams, the Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. When in the mood for a concert, all styles of music can be found at dozens of venues including the Disney Concert Hall, Greek Theater, Orange County Performing Arts Center, Hollywood Bowl, and much more. The amusement park that set the standard for all that have been built since, Disneyland, is a short distance for OUR town, as are Knott’s Berry Farm, the Queen Mary, and CO RO N Ac ha m b e r.org
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Median Housing Values
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The unusual design of a circular boulevard that Taylor asked his engineer, Hiram C. Kellogg, to incorporate around the town’s center was innovative. There were competing communities in Southern California that offered property lots also capable of growing various produce items, but only one featured a circle surrounding its downtown. Kellogg’s master plan included areas for businesses, churches and farming. A happy Robert Taylor and his consortium saw profits on some acres over ten times their acquisition prices. Families began to purchase property in the new town on land they hoped would pay for itself with abundant harvests, mostly of lemons. With the growing population came a variety of business and trades, people who earned their wages without contact with the fertile soil. In 1939, the Corona Daily Independent requested pioneer resident, Watt Bonfoey, to pen a series of newspaper columns with his memories of CORONA’s earliest days. This was the time before the citrus trees were mature enough to yield their prizes. Watt recalled the first bakery in town on Main Street between Second and Third, the first men to operate dairies, D.W. Walkinshaw and Joe Cechin, and William Dyer, the first to open a nursery filled with Southern California’s agriculture bounty, requiring only some water and a spot of dirt to grow. W.G. McVicar started the first lumber business. Even then, a town lawyer was a necessity, and E.W. Freeman was the first to hang his shingle. His brother, George, would move to CORONA, later living here for over 20 years, becoming the city attorney and eventually a superior court judge. Judge George Freeman presided over the trial of Gordon Northcott, the infamous Wineville Chicken Coop Murderer, whose crimes occurred in what is now Mira Loma, and sentenced him to death. The tragic story was made into a film, “The Changeling”. The local enterprise that has been operating under several different names continually for over 120 years is ThomasMiller Mortuary. The full service mortuary is now under the management of owner/ operators Chris and Rhonda Miller. Chris’ father and mother purchased the esteemed company in 1969.
These early businesses were only the start of the growth and mostly prosperity that has been CORONA’s good fortune since 1886. Realizing that attracting new business was essential, city leaders around the turn of the twentieth century organized the CORONA Board of Trade. The Board of Trade promoted CORONA and attracted more investors, businesses and homeowners. Finally, on December 12, 1910, the old Board of Trade met for the last time. In a meeting held on that Monday night, all 53 members unanimously decided to develop a “Chamber of Commerce”. A member of CORONA’s City Council, W.C. Barth explained the reason for the change, “CORONA has grown to a city’s size, and city improvements being the rule here, we should have a city name applied to our civic organization of business interests.” Membership fees were $5 a year in advance or 50 cents each month. The first president of the CORONA Chamber of Commerce, William J. Pentelow, was also president of the Corona National Bank. He served as the “tree warden” of the city and later councilmember and mayor. He built and lived in the home still standing on the northeast corner of Victoria and Grand Boulevard. Through endless challenges that include wars, droughts, floods, recessions, depressions, urban renewal and a transition from an agricultural based economy, the CORONA Chamber of Commerce has stood as a constant protector and promoter for not only the businesses community, but indeed for every citizen of CORONA. With a current population of more than 160,000, the community is home to successful businesses, large and small and a growing population of residents. CORONA’s location at the crossroads of two major freeways and its proximity to major airports, as well as the Los Angeles metro area, make it an ideal locale for the transportation and logistics needs of growing businesses. The region’s 70 colleges and universities are a tremendous asset to its economic success. They provide companies with a steady influx of young talent and are also forming partnerships to help businesses turn bright ideas into marketable products and technology.
THROUGH ENDLESS CHALLENGES, THE CORONA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HAS STOOD AS A CONSTANT PROTECTOR AND PROMOTER FOR EVERY CITIZEN OF CORONA. One such partnership brought together the Riverside Community College District, SoCal Entrepreneurial Ecosystems Development (a nonprofit that specializes in supporting job creation in the high tech sector), and the City of CORONA to give budding entrepreneurs in simulation and computer gaming a boost. The project is a seed accelerator program that provides free instruction, training and other tools to help startups in the gaming industry launch successful business ventures. “A special partnership with our district has CO RO N Ac ha m b e r.org
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Continued from page 19... and we strive to be business-friendly,” says Bobby Spiegel, President and CEO of the CORONA Chamber of Commerce. That kind of commitment to business support is important. It’s one of the reasons that Spiegel says CORONA is well positioned to capture the market that was lost in the nation’s economic downturn and also why the city is better prepared than other communities to weather changes in Calvert Properties_Layout 1 12/10/13 10:02 PM the economy - present and future.
Companies in the aeronautics, aftermarket automotive, food processing, research and development, medical and technology industries are thriving in CORONA. “The City has done a good job of securing a diverse mix of business,” says Spiegel. That diverse mix includes the distinct presence of some major international brands, including DART Container Corporation, Fender USA, Lucas Oil Page 1 Products, Monster Beverage Corporation,
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and Hansen Beverage Company, to name a few. CORONA is also home to over 450 registered nonprofit organizations, and almost 300 manufacturers, many of whom ship their products worldwide. Thanks to these prospering businesses, the median annual household income of CORONA residents ($82,329) surpasses that of neighboring Orange County. The median household income in California is $58,328. The city’s crime rate is one of California’s lowest, and community schools are exceeding the state’s Academic Performance Index.
CORONA’S THRIVING BUSINESS COMMUNITY AND STRONG BUSINESS TAX BASE ARE THE FOUNDATION FOR THE COMMUNITY’S EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY OF LIFE AND THE AMENITIES THAT RESIDENTS HAVE GROWN TO COUNT ON FROM THEIR HOMETOWN. CORONA’s thriving business community and strong business tax base are the foundation for the factors that together, result in the community’s exceptional quality of life and the amenities that residents have grown to count on from their hometown. We are fortunate that many retailers from national brand names to small mom and pop shops have located within our City. Some of the large retailers even have multiple locations in CORONA, including Walmart (3), Kohl’s Department Store (2), Home Depot (2), UFC Gym (2) and Stater Bros. Market (4). The Crossings at Corona, containing over sixty-five major retailers, as well as movie theaters and restaurants, The Shops at Dos Continued on page 24...
UPGRADE YOUR LANDSCAPE AND SAVE MONEY! Businesses are doing their part in Corona to save water and money by replacing their turf grass with water wise plants. The City of Corona’s Department of Water and Power (DWP) is offering a rebate of $2.00 per square foot to help businesses replace their grass. Replacing grass with water wise plants not only saves water, but requires less maintenance like mowing, aerating, and fertilizing. That’s money saved! Visit http://www. discovercoronadwp.com/ conservation/comm-rebates.shtml for more information on the turf replacement rebate and other incentive programs offered by DWP to help Corona’s businesses conserve water and save money. Contact the Water Resources Team at StopTheDrop@discovercorona.com or call (951) 736-2234.
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Continued from page 22... Lagos, an open air mall with a large selection of upscale shopping and dining, and Corona Hills Plaza and Marketplace, a large retail center in northern CORONA including grocery stores, restaurants, and other mixed retail, have thrived as CORONA has expanded along the I-15 corridor. “Our business tax base really provides amenities the residents of CORONA have become accustomed to,” says Spiegel. “Housing and property taxes alone are not enough to fund these types of services, such as police, fire and parks. When people clearly understand the importance of their local mom and pop run business, to the larger box stores, the amount of taxes these businesses generate provide those special features not found in other communities. Buying your gasoline alone in CORONA will help the City’s general fund, which pays for police, fire and community parks.” Year-round, residents can recreate in CORONA’s 39 parks, including urban forests, regional and sports facilities and neighborhood parks. K&A Engineering Ad 2014_Layout 1 12/11/13
ALL OF CORONA’S ASSETS STACK UP TO CREATE AN EXTRAORDINARY COMMUNITY. But it’s not just about fun and games. CORONA residents also benefit from other community assets like accessible, quality medical care that doesn’t require them to travel outside of our community. There are several hospitals, outpatient clinics and professional physicians within a 20 mile radius. A CORONA staple since 1933, Corona Regional Medical Center is a 238-bed facility offering acute care and rehabilitation. Partnering with the University of California, Irvine, in November 2014, this affiliation will enhance the depth and variety of specialty healthcare services available in 7:57 AM Page 1
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CORONA and nearby communities. A major hospital expansion project will accompany this affiliation. A recent addition to CORONA’s medical community is the Children’s Hospital of Orange County’s (CHOC) Children’s Health Center. U.S. News & World Report lists CHOC as one of the nation’s best children’s hospitals (2014-2015). The Children’s Health provides children and families in CORONA and the surrounding communities with more convenient access to pediatric subspecialty care. Kaiser Permanente has a large presence in CORONA with its centrally-located medical office complex, and, just a few miles to the east is their hospital. All of CORONA’s assets stack up to create an extraordinary community where businesses have an opportunity to flourish and residents can enjoy the best of both worlds: large metro area amenities, but with a more comfortable pace of living. The successful balance the city maintains is the foundation for CORONA’s emerging image as an unrivaled place to establish roots for both business and home. Many successful business men and women have chosen to call CORONA their home, such as the President of UFC Gyms and the owner of TAPS and The Catch. “We’re not a bedroom community. We’re a thriving metropolitan area with a hometown feel. It’s important to city leaders that it remain that way, and we couldn’t do that without the strong business community that we have,” Spiegel says. Who will lay their mark on business today that 100 years from now will still be a thriving part of our community?
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found in the cornerstone of the first City Hall, when it was torn down in 1962. In the picture, dressed in their finest, some veterans of the Civil War are seen marching to Sunnyslope Cemetery to decorate veterans’ graves. The “Corona Courier” reported the next day that, “… (It was) one more day of demonstrated love and gratitude, of reverence and patriotism. One more day of splendid Americanism…”
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The first monument in CORONA was unveiled in 1908, also at Sunnyslope Cemetery. It was erected by the Carlton Post of the Grand Army of the Republic, as a tribute to those who gave their lives in the Civil War. When the last of the monument’s four panels was filled with a dedication to the lost lives of World War II, hope was expressed that it would be the final war in which American lives would be lost. Unfortunately, a visit to the monument today would reveal that room was indeed found below the panels to commemorate those lost in the Korean and Vietnam Wars, and more open space remains. When the United States joined the Great War (World War I) in April 1917,
it did not take long for the impact to have effect on CORONA’s economy. As men received calls to report for military service, a labor shortage developed. For over eighty years, the local economy had depended upon the citrus industry and nearly every resident had depended on the crops for their livelihood in one way or another. Appealing to the patriotism of the citizenry, a work force comprised of school students took over the picking and packing for the duration of the Great War. CORONA residents further organized to do their bit to help win the Great War. The Corona Daily Independent reported large purchases of Liberty Bonds and Thrift Stamps. A town of less than 4,000, predominantly working class
people, raised $210,000, which is about $2.5 million in today’s money. Even CORONA High School’s Class of 1917 left a plaque touting a cash gift to the Red Cross, instead of a more customary gift to the campus, which was then located on South Grand Boulevard and Main Street, where CORONA Fundamental Intermediate School now stands. A large group of CORONA High School students also enlisted and was sent to Camp Kearney in San Diego for basic U.S. Army training. Known by all as the “Camp Kearney Boys,” they were treated as kings when they returned on leave. Other CORONA High School students showed their patriotism by organizing under the auspices of the CO RO N Ac ha m b e r.org
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there was plenty for civilians to do too. Civil Defense units, Air Raid Wardens and a hustling Red Cross chapter swung into operation to take care of the home front while supporting the troops. Youngsters also joined the war effort by conducting drives for all manner of scrap that could be recycled and remanufactured into useful products. They became especially adept at raising money through the sale of War Bonds. During three critical war years, the students of CORONA Junior High School raised over $107,000, the equivalent of $1.4 million today. A nearby manufacturing company, Food Machinery of Riverside, produced amphibious landing craft at the time. The amount raised by students equaled the cost of one of their “water buffalo.” So impressed was the manufacturer that they affixed a plaque to one of their vehicles recognizing CORONA Junior High School’s students for their donation. Other awards and recognitions followed. When the Naval Hospital opened in 1942, local civilians became devoted to the staff and the patients being cared for at the facility. Volunteers donated thousands of hours in support that continued throughout the extent of the Second World War. The end of the Second World War saw the ranks of the local American Legion Post 216 swell with new members. For years prior to this War,
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the American Legion had been a force in the community promoting patriotism. Still, the War had not fully altered the reprehensible attitudes of the past regarding race and ethnicity. When the veterans of Hispanic/ Latino descent returned home, they were encouraged to establish a new American Legion Post rather than joining Post 216. The Joe Dominguez American Legion Post 742 was thus founded in 1946 and is now the only active American Legion Post in CORONA. It was named in memory of Joe Dominguez, a CORONA native killed in 1943 while in service on the volcanic island of New Britain, near New Guinea, in the Pacific. The first commander, Reynaldo Aparicio, now 96 years old, remains an active member of Post 742. In 1963, patriotic fervor caused two young men to turn to civil disobedience. Toward the end of that year, anytime they saw the American flag still attached to
its pole after sundown at the CORONA Civic Center, now the Historic Civic Center on Sixth Street, they would remove it. At the time, it was against flag handling protocol to allow the flag to fly after dark. This happened about once each month for four months. The first three times the teens returned the flag to the CORONA Police Station. After removing the flag the fourth time and
THE END OF THE SECOND WORLD WAR SAW THE RANKS OF THE LOCAL AMERICAN LEGION POST 216 SWELL WITH NEW MEMBERS.
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realizing their protests were not changing policy, they tried a new tactic. After removing the flags (the California State flag accompanied the Stars and Stripes), they were placed in a box and sent to the office of the Corona Daily Independent. The protestors included a note asking that the flags be returned to the proper city officials that would ensure that it be, “proudly flown at the proper time.” It was signed, “Two Young Old Fashioned Patriotic Americans.” Instead of receiving any punishment, City Manager Ralph Pfiffner, sent his, “Thanks,” to the perpetrators who were not unknown and promised to see to the flag being removed from its place of honor on time. No further flag abductions were necessary. In 1976, America celebrated its BiCentennial, a year filled with patriotic gestures. In June of that year, over one weekend a group of over 30 CORONA students created a beloved birthday mural as a tribute to our nation on the nearby Prado
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Dam. Paint was supplied, while service clubs donated money for supplies. Senior and junior high school students supplied all the labor at no charge. Although the mural is now in disrepair, it continues to call out to all who see it to embrace the freedoms we enjoy in this country. The CORONA Chamber is working with Congressman Ken Calvert on a new design and painting of the Prado Dam. CORONA has unfailingly supported and instigated patriotic causes. In 1986, thousands here participated in the “Hands Across America” effort that nationally raised millions of dollars for charity. On November 11, 2012, the City of CORONA unveiled a Veterans Memorial on the City Hall lawn. The Veterans Memorial honors local veterans who have made sacrifices to preserve our freedom as members of the Armed Forces. The memorial’s design and construction was funded by a donation from Watermarke Properties, the CORONA Veterans Memorial Division, and the City of
CORONA. This Memorial was established with the same devotion and in the same spirit of patriotism as that of the CORONA citizens who dedicated CORONA’s first memorial in 1908. Sometimes the very best things do remain the same. Visit www.coronaveteransmemorial.com to add a Veteran. To demonstrate our city’s continued support of our active duty military, banners with the photos of our men and women serving hang from our utility poles on Sixth and Main Streets. When their tours of duties are complete, the soldiers, sailors and Marines are presented with their banners and a “Welcome Home,” proclamation from the CORONA City Council. Maintaining traditional patriotic values is a priority in today’s CORONA Chamber of Commerce. Their Legislative Action Committee is one of the most active in the state of California, and is an invaluable resource to the CORONA Chamber and its members. Composed completely of Chamber members, this volunteer committee’s mission is to maintain a favorable business climate in Riverside County and the State. Each November, the CORONA Chamber of Commerce presents a Military Appreciation Extravaganza, allowing those on active duty and in uniform to enjoy the evening as their guests. In May, the Chamber hosts a luncheon to honor all military veterans. Contact the Chamber for more information and a chance to participate in sponsoring our military personnel and veterans.
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he City of CORONA, located approximately 45 miles southeast of Los Angeles in western Riverside County, encompasses 39.2 square miles of scenic beauty, friendly neighbors, and top-quality education and economic opportunities. With a population of approximately 160,000, CORONA has emerged as an ethnically diverse community, where a significant percentage of the population is made up of young, well-educated families. Development has boomed since the City’s incorporation over a century ago. Often referred to as the “Gateway to Southern California”, CORONA is perfectly positioned in the center of great real estate, arts & culture, and everywhere you want to be, making it the perfect place to live, work and play. CORONA represents an area of tremendous growth and cultural richness between Orange Country and the Inland Empire. Over the past two decades, as Orange County became increasingly more populated and developed, families and firms moved to CORONA, making it a prosperous city. With a median income of $77,123, CORONA now surpasses Orange County at $75,422 (per the U.S. Census, 2009-2013). This prosperity has flowed into CORONA’s educational institutions, yielding primary and secondary schools that achieve well above California’s Academic Performance Index. The City’s industrial
market has shown continued strength with a low 3% vacancy rate. Also, the City’s crime rate remains one of the State’s lowest. CORONA represents one of the best places to live in Southern California, and it just keeps getting better. The CORONA community boasts many amenities that provide a first-rate quality of life for residents. The City has more than 394 acres of parks, with sports fields, basketball courts, playgrounds, tennis courts, seasonal water park, two skate parks, a dog park, lake, and outdoor public pool. CORONA is a community-oriented city, with over 450 registered non-profit organizations. There are 50 schools within the Corona-Norco Unified District, and 70 colleges and universities within a 50 mile radius. High importance is placed on education, and the investment is shown as our schools consistently rank
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among the best in the nation. Public Safety efforts by the CORONA Police Department and CORONA Fire Department have resulted in decreasing crime rates, quick response times and a superior paramedic program. According to NeighborhoodScout,* chances of becoming a victim of a violent crime in CORONA is 1 in 944, versus the rate of 1 in 249 in California. The CORONA Public Library provides educational programming, story time, adult literacy, job resources, and books available for electronic download. The Senior Center is a hub of activity with programs, workshops and social gatherings. The City also operates a recreational airport, which is the host of the annual Mach 1 Mud Run. BUSINESS & INDUSTRY CORONA’s industrial base has played an important role in the growth of the City and its employee base. There are more than 42,000 jobs within the City of CORONA, and there is a workforce of more than 82,000. Our retail and commercial areas are expanding and office development is booming. We have more than 32 million square feet of industrial space and more
than 3 million square feet of office space existing, under construction, or planned. Team CORONA works closely with the CORONA Chamber of Commerce, business owners, developers, and outside agencies such as the California Trade and Commerce Agency, Riverside County Economic Development Agency, Inland Empire Economic Partnership, Southern California Edison, Southern California Gas Company, and the Workforce Development Board to attract, expand and retain businesses. Their efforts can be seen with the diversity of businesses, including dining and retail depots, and arts & culture in the area. The Chamber’s Legislative Action Outreach is responsible for fighting for business-friendly legislation and against job-killer bills. Each year, the Chamber travels to Sacramento and Washington, DC to meet with key officials. Representing our members is a top priority, and the number of business partners we have with our members ensures the politicians listen. DINING CORONA has an array of restaurants to satisfy even the pickiest eater’s palate. Over 300 eateries lie within city limits. Notable eateries include Burger Basket, Citrus City Grille, Luna Modern Mexican Kitchen, Mantra Indian Cuisine & Banquet, Maria’s Mexican Kitchen, Rodrigo’s Mexican Grill, Silver Dollar Pancake House, TAPS Fish House & Brewery, Texas Roadhouse, and Twisted Gourmet. Of course, all of your favorite chain restaurants are here too: BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse, Buffalo Wild Wings, Jersey Mike’s Subs, Red Robin, and TGI Fridays, to name a few. Corona is also home to MIGUEL’S, founded 42 years ago, and have since expanded to neighboring cities and include full-services restaurants as well as their original quick-serve locations. SHOPPING There are also over 1,000 retail establishments throughout, with major shopping centers including The Shops at Dos Lagos, The Crossings at Corona, and Corona Hills Plaza and Marketplace. Whether your budget is large or small, or you prefer national favorites or local specialties, CORONA has what you’re looking for. Need a gift for the kid who CO RO N Ac ha m b e r.org
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has it all? Hit up Hobby Town USA. How about a nice outfit for the whole family for a night out? Kohl’s Department Store has you covered. Looking for some new home décor? NCH Galleries has a variety of fine art. Sally’s Decor & More and Sharon Kirkingburg Custom Interiors can personally assist you in upgrading your home’s look as well. Can’t find the perfect pair of shoes for a special occasion or your everyday fitness needs? Shoe 101 or Puma Outlet at the Outlets at Lake Elsinore are sure to have your style ready and waiting for you. And what about your furry loved ones? Star Struck Grooming Salon & Pet Boutique and The Fancy Puppy have everything you need to feed, clothe and entertain the littlest members of your family. NAPA Auto Parts will keep your car running smoothly with their vast array of car supplies, and Shades of Pink Boutique is a great find for unique, feminine items. ACCOMMODATIONS There is a variety of 13 hotels and motels
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CORONA HARDWOOD for your out-of-town guests to choose from, including America’s Best Value Inn, Holiday Inn Express & Suites, National Inn, and Residence Inn by Marriott. Just outside the City limits lies the DoubleTree by Hilton Ontario Airport, Hampton Inn Norco / Corona North, and The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa, home to the famous Festival of Lights and frequented by celebrities, including 10 U.S. Presidents (Pat and Richard Nixon were married there!), social leaders such as Susan B. Anthony, Henry Ford, Andrew Carnegie, John D. Rockefeller, Albert Einstein and Joseph Pulitzer, and entertainers such as Clark Gable, Cary Grant, Barbra Streisand, Raquel Welch, Jack Benny, and Bob Hope. CORONA is als a great location to hold a conference. In 2015, CORONA will be hosting Iran and Slovakia for the Special Olympics. RECREATION When you’re in a new city, whether it’s for a day, a week, or a fresh start, you want to explore and have fun. Luckily, CORONA has many activities for visitors and residents to partake in. We’ve got Aerosports Trampoline Park, Kidyz Kingdom, Live From Memphis Piano Bar, Mike Raahauge Shooting Enterprises, Rockefellas Bar, and Romp-O-Rama Indoor Adventureland, opening in April 2015. We also have two movie theaters, five museums, four performing arts groups, and eight beautiful golf courses, including Dos Lagos Golf Course, Eagle Glen Golf Club, and Green River Golf Club. Just a few miles away lies the famed Fox Performing Arts Center, with concerts, plays and special engagements running year-round. COME GROW WITH US! The CORONA City Council and Bobby Spiegel, the CORONA Chamber’s President/CEO, are always open to suggestions for continuing to ensure that CORONA is business and family-friendly, and the #1 place to live, work and play. •NeighborhoodScout is a search engine where homeowners, buyers or businesses can find and compare enterprise-grade data on school quality, crime rates, home appreciation and lifestyle trends for every neighborhood and city in the U.S.
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Citrus Valley Medical Associates, Central City Community Health Center, and the Loma Linda Dept. of Plastic Surgery. The World Health Organization estimates there are 9.2 million physicians, 19.4 million nurses and midwives, 1.9 million dentists and other dentistry personnel, 2.6 million pharmacists and other pharmaceutical personnel, and over 1.3 million community health workers worldwide, making the health care industry one of the largest segments of the workforce. The second largest employer in the City of CORONA, Corona Regional Medical Center (CRMC), operates a 238-bed community hospital network comprising
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a 160-bed acute care hospital and a 78bed rehabilitation campus. It is certified by The Joint Commission, employs more than 1,000 trained healthcare workers and has a medical staff of approximately 300 physicians representing more than 40 specialties. Services include the only secure psychiatric unit in the service area, emergency services, general acute care services, home health and hospice services, and the only hyperbaric wound care center in the service area. In the fourth quarter of 2014, CRMC partnered with the University of California, Irvine (UCI) that will enhance the depth and variety of specialty healthcare services available in CORONA and nearby communities. A major hospital expansion project will accompany this affiliation. Continued on page 38...
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of just 41 in the United States. “We are pleased to provide the residents of the Inland Empire access to the clinical expertise we’re known for as an academic medical center,” said Terry A. Belmont, CEO of UC Irvine Medical Center. “The area is growing and it is a privilege to formalize the longstanding relationship we have with Corona Regional and the area’s residents.” The agreement with UC Irvine strengthens the continuity of care for Corona Regional patients who need
primary, specialty and tertiary services, as well as access to new health care resources. A NEW CORONA REGIONAL The transformation of Corona Regional includes recently approved expansion plans that include a new building. The building will feature a larger emergency room that more than doubles the size of the existing space. Shelled space designed for future private rooms will also be created.
Corona officials are enthusiastic about the changes. “I am elated that the expansion is coming to fruition, as the residents of Corona will benefit from more modern facilities and higher levels of care,� said Corona Mayor Karen Spiegel. Spiegel said the project will bring much needed healthcare services to the growing community, and views the affiliation with UC Irvine Health as a major contribution to the quality of life of Inland Empire residents.
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Continued from page 36... “Our goal is to transform healthcare in west Riverside County,” said Mark Uffer, CEO and Managing Director of Corona Regional Medical Center. “The affiliation with UC Irvine Health complements our strengths, brings residents a variety of clinical services normally available only from an academic medical center and allows local patients to be treated closer to home.” This transformation of Corona Regional Medical Center includes recently approved expansion plans that include an entirely new building. This new building will include a larger emergency room that more than doubles the size of the existing space and creates shelled space that will be designed for future private rooms. “We are pleased to provide the residents of the Inland Empire access to the clinical expertise we’re known for as an academic medical center,” said Terry A. Belmont, CEO of UC Irvine Medical Center. “The area is growing and it is a
privilege to formalize the longstanding relationship we have with Corona Regional and the area’s residents.” The agreement will initially focus on developing several key specialty services
supported by UC Irvine’s clinical and research expertise: • Stroke telemedicine • Cancer services ...continued on page 42
CIRCLE CITY OPTOMETRY
Because most of us take good eyesight for granted, we don’t realize how important it is to our everyday functioning and well-being until it becomes compromised, either by injury, disease, or an almost unnoticed degenerative change over time. But imagine how life would be without normal vision and healthy eyes! The main reason Dr. Bell became an optometrist was because it gives him the opportunity to make a significant difference in his patients’ lives. In his 40+ years in practice, he has examined and treated literally tens of thousands of patients, so his expertise is broad – he has basically “seen it all,” and frequently is able to diagnose problems long 40 I
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before they’ve become chronic or so advanced that treatment is difficult or impossible. Dr. Bell is highly respected in our community, and well-liked by his patients for his meticulous diagnostic skills, his comprehensive approach to optometry, his fair pricing, and for the compassion he and his staff bring to their work. Most importantly, Dr. Bell and his staff have the utmost respect for their patients’ trust. They truly enjoy using their training, experience and skill to enhance the quality of their patients’ lives. • Full contact lens services & products • On-site lab – ask about 24-hr. turnaround I
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Visit our website: www.CircleCityOptometry.com 807 W. Grand Blvd., #A Corona, CA 92882 (951) 735-1002
UFC GYM’S TRAIN DIFFERENT® APPROACH FUSES MIXED MARTIAL ARTS WITH STATE-OF-THE-ART EQUIPMENT AND TRADITIONAL FITNESS. Providing a full-range of group fitness classes, Private Coaching, personal and group dynamic training, plus MMA-style youth programming, UFC Gym creates something for all ages and fitness levels. As the first to combine mixed martial arts and fitness, UFC Gym’s
UFC Gym classes and coaching are built on the concept of TRAIN DIFFERENT, an innovation in fitness that fuses together the multidisciplined approach of mixed martial arts with cutting-edge equipment and elite coaching. Fundamentally based on the
TRAIN DIFFERENT techniques have created an atmosphere where members can see immediate results. UFC Gym has developed two gym models in Corona to provide the ultimate fitness experience. One being our signature location, which is open 24 hours a day and housed in approximately 45,000 square feet of space and located off of Mckinley next to Costco. The second location stands at 10,000 square feet and is more centrally located off the corner of Main and Ontario. Offerings vary in both locations and include an OctagonTM, indoor turf area, the latest in strength and conditioning equipment, free weights, battling ropes, agility ladders and other functional equipment.
progressive training of a UFC athlete, the main components of MMA are striking, grappling, strength training and conditioning, all dedicated to achieving optimal physical fitness. The UFC Gym MMA program is created by elite athletes within the MMA community, who have dedicated their lives to MMA and training. This team includes champions, black belts, UFC and The Ultimate Fighter competitors, in addition to National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) conditioning specialists. UFC Gym has identified MMA’s basic components and has made them easy for the general public to use as an effective and efficient way to improve and maintain a healthy
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physical condition. The mixed martial athlete is the ultimate athlete, trained in all aspects of fitness, strength, endurance, flexibility and mental fortitude. Daily Ultimate TrainingTM classes combine resistance training, body awareness drills and cardio endurance, of which the specific combination of exercises vary daily for superior conditioning and results. Many other class types are offered, including Muay Thai, Brazilian jiu- jitsu, boxing, kickboxing, youth programs, selfdefense and more. Men, women and children of all fitness and experience levels are trained to achieve their best results under one roof. Not too many years ago, an MMA athlete had to travel to multiple gyms in order to train for striking, grappling, strength training and conditioning. UFC Gym has provided all the essentials in one location for the ultimate athlete to achieve peak physical performance. “UFC GYM is dedicated to serving the community of Corona and its business owners. With our doors open 24 hours a day and offering of full performance training for the entire family, we look forward to bringing results back into the way fitness is delivered” said Adam Sedlack, President of UFC GYM. Visit UFC GYM Corona today!
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Continued from page 40... • Maternal-fetal medicine This affiliation is a natural extension of a longstanding connection between the greater CORONA area and UC Irvine Medical Center. Many residents have roots in and commute to work in Orange County. UC Irvine Health has provided services to CORONA-area residents for decades, including tertiary care such as complex neurosurgery, high-risk perinatal, trauma and cancer services. This agreement strengthens the continuity of care for Corona Regional patients who need primary, specialty and tertiary services, as well as access to new healthcare resources. Another recent addition came to CORONA in the first quarter of 2014: CHOC (Children’s Hospital of Orange County) Children’s Health Center. “Children and families from throughout the Inland Empire have chosen CHOC Children’s as their medical home for years, making frequent drives to our main campus in Orange,”
says Kim Cripe, president and CEO, CHOC Children’s. “With the opening of the CHOC Children’s Health Center in CORONA, we are pleased to offer quality pediatric specialty care closer to home for children in CORONA and surrounding communities.” The 5,735 square-foot health center offers pediatric specialty care services in a convenient, familycentered care environment. Some of those services include: cardiology, pediatric surgery, pulmonology, neurology, endocrinology, diabetes, gastroenterology, rheumatology and orthopedics. Pediatric patients also have access to x-ray services on select days. CHOC’s 150 physicians work as a collaborative team with a supportive staff of wide ranging pediatric professionals, including play therapists, nutrition experts, counselors and nurses. These highly trained healthcare providers strive each day to fulfill their mission to advance
the health and well-being of children through excellence in clinical care, education, leadership and research. The CHOC Children’s Specialists physicians provide a unique resource to the community through teaching and training residents and pediatric subspecialty fellows. The collective scholarship of faculty includes a remarkable record of research and publishing and a national reputation as a leading pediatric and neonatal training site. CORONA is also home to first class senior amenities. From home services from Home Instead Senior Care to transitional support from Caring Transitions, Comforts of Home RCFE, and Senior Spectrum, Inc., and assisted living from Estancia Del Sol, Valencia Terrace, and Vista Cove Care Center of Corona, CORONA businesses have the best interests for our aging loved ones. In the United States, which operates under a mixed market health care system, some physicians might voluntarily limit their practice to secondary care by requiring patients to see a primary care provider first, or this restriction may be imposed under the terms of the payment agreements in private/group health insurance plans. The 2014 implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, commonly known as the Affordable Care Act or “ObamaCare”, changed the face of healthcare in the U.S. Key components include: • Ending of pre-existing condition exclusions for children ...continued on page 44
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Continued from page 42... • Keeping young adults under 26 covered with a parent’s health plan • Ending arbitrary withdrawals of insurance coverage • Guaranteeing your right to appeal denial of payment • Ending of lifetime limits on coverage • Covering preventive care at no cost to the consumer • Protecting choice of doctors from your selected plan’s network • Removing insurance company barriers to emergency services In California, insurance plans can be selected through Covered California. The choices may seem overwhelming; luckily, the CORONA Chamber has several members that are certified experts in the Affordable Care Act, and can be found online at CORONAchamber.org or by calling the Chamber at (951) 737-3350. Kaiser Permanente’s CORONA medical office’s services include amenities, diagnostic imaging/radiology, laboratory, pharmacy, primary care,
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specialty care, and vision services. Their Riverside Medical Center is a general medical and surgical hospital. It performed nearly at the level of nationally ranked U.S. News Best Hospitals in 3 adult specialties:
Taking Care of a Loved One with Dementia is
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In Fact, You Can Feel Like You’re Drowning. Taking care of a senior loved one can be overwhelming-especially when dealing with issues of Dementia. It can be confusing when navigating the vast “sea” of information-what’s the right thing to do? Senior Spectrum helps: • In Person Assessment of Situation (In Home, Hospital, or Skilled Nursing Setting) • Placement Specialists for Assisted Living, Dementia Care and Board and Care Homes • Transportation for Tours of Long Term Care Settings & Transition Assistance • Follow-Up Resources (Home Health, In-Home Care, Hospice, and More) • Connection to Up to Date, Compassionate, Safe and Ethical Alzheimer’s/Dementia Research Call Senior Spectrum 1-866-752-3103 or Corona Local Jennifer Davies 714-883-1854 for help today.
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gastroenterology and GI surgery, gynecology, and orthopaedics. Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center has 226 beds. Just outside CORONA’s border, Riverside Community Hospital has been a vital part of the Inland Empire region since 1901, and for decades, people in the community have depended on the hospital for comprehensive healthcare and its highly specialized services. Today, Riverside Community Hospital is investing $315 million in the health of the community through the construction of a major hospital expansion project to meet the needs of a growing community, and to ensure an even higher level of care and service. Scheduled to be completed in 2018, the expansion and renovation project will give Riverside Community Hospital the ability to better serve the Inland Empire Region by improving access to healthcare with a total capacity of 445 acute-hospital beds. Riverside Medical Clinic, celebrating 80 years of service in 2015, has seven locations in the Inland Empire, including one in CORONA, specializing in Pediatrics, Ear Nose & Throat, Orthopedics and Radiology. While larger cities like Los Angeles may attract celebrity physicians, excellent, first-class health care can be found right here at home. If you ever need a referral, check with the Chamber to see who’s a member. We have over 50 healthcare professionals and organizations in our network.
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THE CHAMBER: A POWERFUL PARTNER IN BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY PROSPERITY The CORONA Chamber of Commerce is known as a connector of people and organizations, but beneath the surface of its networking events and business referral activities, problems are being solved, business roadblocks are being removed and business owners are connecting with the resources they need to be successful. The Chamber is an underlying partner in many small victories that may go unnoticed to the masses, but have a meaningful impact on the businesses that reach out for the organization’s help. “One of the things I like most about the Chamber is the camaraderie and the networking that I have established. I’ve been a member for 10 years and it has developed my business into a high development stage and increased my sales quite a bit. But the members that I have met and the connections and the resources have been invaluable,” says Colleen Cain, owner of Cain & Associates For Chamber CEO and President Bobby Spiegel and his staff, helping members, large and small, is all in a day’s work. The Chamber represents over 800
businesses and organizations within the Inland Empire, the majority of which have fewer than six employees. Regardless of their size, CORONA Chamber members can expect the Chamber’s support. Jeff Anderson, owner of Mad Props Photo Booths, found a helping hand in extending his business’s reach. “It’s really nice to be able to meet key players in this city, real high-end business owners, and not only am I learning a lot, but I’m building up some good relationships.” “I’ve been a member of the Chamber for over 20 years. I have had a lot of business from it. If in doubt, join the Chamber, get active, and watch your business grow,” encourages Sally Sparks, owner of Sally’s Décor & More. What often surprises members is how quickly they can be connected to
The role of a chamber of commerce in most cities is to promote business and community growth. But what does that really mean? In CORONA, it means personalized service, productive collaboration and quite frankly, getting things done. the resources they need to get their problems solved. Not every community works this way. Not every chamber of commerce delivers the type of service, assistance and results that happen in CORONA. But for CORONA, it’s part of the culture and part of the reason it’s a great place to live and do business. “It’s just the best Chamber in the world,” says Liz Cahn-Castruita, owner of West Coast Media.
The CORONA Chamber promotes business, advocacy, community and economic development while serving as a catalyst for improving the overall quality of life in our community and region.
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ducation is one of the most important investments a city can make in its people. The future of education is critical to shaping the minds of tomorrow’s leaders, those who will be tasked with growing the quality of life for generations to come. CORONA is at the crux of educational innovation, with top-tier public and private schools and nationally respected colleges, universities, and trade schools. Realizing the impact of early childhood education on the development of young minds, the City of CORONA and surrounding region have devoted countless resources to quality education, beginning at the pre-school level. Many schools within the Corona-Norco Unified School District offer advanced programs such as GATE (for “gifted and talented education”) and
dual-immersion, for parents who would like their children to learn another language. Additional time and attention is also given to those who need a little extra guidance. For parents who prefer a faith- or homebased education, CORONA is home to firstclass private and charter schools. A listing can be found in the back of this Community Guide. Our high schools consistently rank
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CORONA-NORCO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Norco College, recognized in early 2015 for their Summer Advantage program for high school seniors. The largest employer in the region, the Corona-Norco Unified School District (CNUSD), consists of thirty-one elementary schools, eight intermediate/middle schools, five comprehensive high schools, a middle college high school and three alternative schools. The district serves over 54,000 students in the diverse communities of CORONA, Norco and Eastvale. CNUSD is the largest school district in Riverside County and the tenth largest district in California and has been providing quality education to the students of the CORONA, Norco and Eastvale area for over 120 years. CNUSD provides an enriching learning environment for student success. The faculty are educators who are life-long learners, caring and compassionate individuals committed to teaching and learning. Corona-Norco Unified School District’s firm commitment to providing a quality education continues to earn the District esteemed accolades locally, state-wide and nationally. Most recently, Corona-Norco was selected among 117 school district’s nation-wide to participate in the firstever National Connected Superintendents Summit at the White House. In recent years the District was named as a Broad Prize finalist for two consecutive years. The Broad Prize for Urban Education is the largest education prize in the country, honoring school districts that demonstrate the greatest overall performance and improvement in student achievement, while reducing achievement gaps among poor and minority students. Parents, community and area businesses are unanimous in their support for Corona-Norco schools. Their commitment to fundraising, volunteer activities, involvement in schools and commitment in the lives of students plays a significant role in student success. The District believes in educating the whole child by providing an instructional program that is rigorous, experiential, meaningful, and aligned with State Standards. Additionally, the District provides specialized programs that meet the needs of our gifted and talented students; special needs students and students in a variety of alternative educational programs. Character education, leadership development and staff training are incorporated into all facets of learning. The District encourages the community to become involved in District activities and to provide feedback to District staff as they continue their journey of assisting each student reach their fullest potential. Together, with the community the District is preparing students for the future, today!
I would like to express what a privilege it is to lead a district keenly dedicated to providing an enriching and safe learning environment for student success. The faculty are educators who are life-long learners, caring and compassionate individuals committed to teaching and learning. Our support staff is comprised of individuals with knowledge and expertise readily willing and available to serve as needed. Our district administration recognizes the value of support, staff development and student services, and is committed to removing obstacles which prevent students and staff from maximizing their fullest potential. Each of these groups is fully supported by a five member School Board elected by our community. Guided by our mission and principles, we strive for the success of all students and staff in the Corona-Norco Unified School District. Our district recognizes that the success of each and every student depends on the partnership between students, teachers, parents, administrators, and the community. Examples of this collective effort can be found in all district-wide endeavors. One example of our commitment to community engagement was in the development of our annual Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP). Together, with the community, CNUSD’s LCAP was created to identify annual goals, specific actions, and measure progress for student success. Together, we have the power to make a positive impact on the lives of our students every day. Thank you for taking a few moments to learn more about the CoronaNorco Unified School District. Sincerely, Michael H. Lin, Ed.D. Superintendent Stay Connected with CoronaNorco Unified School District! www.cnusd.k12.ca.us 2820 Clark Avenue Norco, CA 92860 (951) 736-5003 CO RO N Ac ha m b e r.org
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iring a business attorney is critical to starting and running a small business. You’ve analyzed your competition, studied your target customer, and received funding for your new business. Your accountant says you have a strong strategic plan for growth. Now it’s time to lease office space and hire employees – right? Think again. The input of a valuable partner is missing - input that could mean the success or failure of a small business - input from a business attorney. Attorneys are an important source of advice and partnership when starting a business, expanding, or navigating legal hazards. They offer protection and security from unexpected issues and proactively prevent situations from arising. True, retaining an attorney can be costly. Yet, not retaining an attorney can cost a business even more. Going it alone can result in missed opportunities, business
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interruptions, expensive liabilities and the potential for legal action. “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” noted Benjamin Franklin. There are many legal issues that need to be addressed when running a business, from legally structuring the business and shielding intellectual property, to creating contracts and steering through employment rules. It’s critical to have a lawyer who can anticipate every possible twist or turn and who knows how to react to each development. Even before taking the first step in establishing a business, an attorney I
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HOLSTROM, SISSUNG & BLOCK FAMILY LAW ATTORNEYS DAYN HOLSTROM HAS BUILT HIS PRACTICE enforcing the basic principle to always strive for what’s best for his clients. This simple policy has been the key to his success as one of the preeminent family law attorneys in both Orange and Riverside counties for the past 24 years. Holstrom graduated summa cum laude from Western State University in 1990, opening his own firm later that year. Over the years his focus on family law has become more specialized, dealing with cases concerning issues such as complex custody, family owned businesses, solo practitioners, and hidden assets. Family law cases can be both economically and emotionally taxing, and Holstrom believes that keeping clients informed about their cases and strategizing with the client, can help smooth the journey to a successful outcome. His motto is to be honest, forthright and upfront with clients. “The most important thing is to always focus on client satisfaction,” says Holstrom. Jeff Sissung joined the firm in 2008, increasing the firm’s presence in the areas of San Bernardino, Inland Empire, and Riverside. This year, the firm was joined by attorney Carrie Block, creating Holstrom, Sissung & Block. This also led to the opening of a second, fully staffed, office in Irvine to promote the growth of their business within Orange County. With 11 Excellent attorneys, six of which are certified family law specialists, the firm has the expertise and experience to handle all types of sensitive family law cases. The firm specializes in complex litigation, especially involving business valuation, complicated prenuptial agreements, cash flow determination for support, characterization of assets, post judgment modifications pertaining to spousal support, child support and custody, domestic violence, stepparent adoptions, complex paternity, estate planning, probate and conservatorships. Holstrom credits his firm’s success
to the central principles of client privacy and confidentiality while operating under the highest ethical standards under the law. “Our firm’s standard practice is to protect relationships, preserve wealth and plan for the future. Those key standards are the basis for building strategy on each and every client case at our firm,” says Holstrom Holstrom has received numerous accolades over his 24-year career. He has been selected for “Best Lawyers” by Inland Empire magazine, and is consistently rated 10 out of 10 by AVVO, ensuring a spot on OC Register Metro’s Top Attorney list. He is a member of the Orange County Trial Lawyer’s Association, the American Association for Justice, and the American Bar Association, as well as bar associations in Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Los Angeles Counties.
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HOLSTROM, SISSUNG & BLOCK standards in mind,” says Holstrom. After graduating summa cum laude from Western State University, Holstrom opened his own firm in 1990. Business steadily grew, and in 2008, it became Holstrom Sissung and Block. The firm specializes in complex litigation especially involving business valuation, complicated prenuptial agreements, cash flow determination for support, characterization of assets, post judgment modifications pertaining to spousal support, child support and custody, domestic violence, step parent adoptions, complex paternity, estate planning, probate and conservatorships.
Holstrom, Sissung & Block was founded by Dayn Holstrom, one of the preeminent family law attorneys in Orange and Riverside counties. Having a presence in both counties for over 24 years, the firm opened a fully staffed Irvine office this year with the arrival of family law veteran attorney Carrie Block. Client satisfaction, quality service and a high success rate is paramount to their success. “Our firm’s standard practice is to protect relationships, preserve wealth and plan for the future. At our firm, each attorney and paralegal ensures the strategy around our client’s case bears those key
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Continued from page 48... employee or partner puts a business at risk, the business owner may be personally liable. Entrepreneurs know businesses need to create income and keep records of revenue and dispersals. However, each business form has specific parameters for raising capital and making distributions, and tax advantages and disadvantages differ with each entity. An attorney can help a business owner decide which type of corporate structure is best for his/her needs and type of business. In the marketplace, a business is defined by its brand and the intellectual property that illustrates that brand. These intangible assets include a company’s name, logo, catchphrase, brand names and distinctive goods and services. All are entitled to legal protection. Intellectual property also includes proprietary designs, discoveries, inventions, processes, symbols, music and other private, business-related information. These assets are what provide a business with its competitive or economic advantage. Trademark, copyright and patent registrations help a business protect those things that differentiate it among customers and clients. A trademark legally registers words, names and symbols that identify the source of a product. Protection from plagiarism of original writing is provided by copyright registration. Patents give owners the right to keep others from making, using or offering an exclusive item for sale. These safeguards offer important defense against theft. When intellectual property is copied or stolen, a company’s brand is compromised. An attorney can ensure a business owner never faces that issue. Contracts are another minefield through which an attorney can show a path. Company owners will do business with many people: landlords, suppliers, service providers, customers, independent contractors and their own employees. Many of these transactions will require written contracts. Businesses lease many different types of facilities, from offices and warehouses to manufacturing and retail space. A lease is a binding agreement and dictates how and when the property may be used. An attorney will be able to tell if the agreement is ...continued on page 52
FOUNDED IN 1910 - OVER A CENTURY OF LEGAL EXPERIENCE Clayson, Mann, Yaeger & Hansen is a full service business, real property, and civil trial law firm. Our attorneys work for clients engaged in real estate development, land use planning, construction, health care, manufacturing, higher education, non-profit organizations, employment (management), banking and finance, automobile sales, waste disposal, agriculture, water distribution, and retail sales. We litigate cases in both trial and appellate courts, and service client needs in probate, estate planning, and personal injury. We also represent several governmental agencies and represent clients before administrative agencies on the local, state and federal levels. Our service is distinguished by client access and communication. This means we spend the time at the start to find out what the client wants and needs. We provide realistic data on possible results, alternative strategies, and
expenses for informed client decision making. It is our policy to give the client copies of our work product and to answer all client inquiries promptly. Our billing practice is aimed at providing quality legal services at a reasonable and fair price.
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Continued from page 50... appropriate for an owner’s business activities. Sales contracts detail the terms of a transaction including how and when payment is to be made. Companies that operate without formal sales and service contracts leave themselves open to disruptions in the flow of supplies, merchandise and essential services. An attorney will ensure the terms are beneficial for all parties. Employment contracts can be particularly tricky. Legal protections, liabilities and relationships will vary depending on the working relationship. An employee contract details the terms of employment including pay, benefits and full- or part-time status. The employee works for the business detailed in the contract. However, many businesses also hire independent contractors. Because an independent contractor is exactly that – independent and not an employee – the terms of an agreement will be quite different. Other legal documents include an employee handbook, a confidentiality
statement, and non-disclosure and non-compete agreements. A lawyer who knows small business will be able to review and negotiate beneficial contracts and employment materials. When a dispute arises with an employee, former employee, independent contractor, supplier or service provider, an attorney can help with litigation or alternative resolution methods. While a jury trial might be necessary, often another option will work better. Arbitration or mediation with a neutral third party may be recommended, or negotiation between the parties with the assistance of an attorney. At some point, every business owner must sell, close or pass his business along to partners or family members. This event may come unexpectedly as a result of an accident or death. A business attorney can manage the succession or sale. When a succession plan is created early in the life of a business, it will help prevent potential financial and legal
issues and ensure a smooth transition. Contingencies and plans can be put in place before a sudden issue arises. In addition, owner and business estate plans will ensure the legal distribution of a business in the event of the owner’s death or divorce. When a business needs to be sold, a number of tax and legal obstacles will need to be addressed, not to mention a list of federal, state and local regulations to consider. Internal and external contracts may need to be negotiated. If buy-back or buy-sell agreements are in place, partners will be able to sell their interest without legal predicaments. The best time to hire an attorney is before one is needed. A good attorney will not be cheap, but neither will be the liabilities you face without one. A brief consultation with a business lawyer will determine your legal needs. You can find the name of a qualified professional in your Chamber directory. Make that call today!
AN OUNCE OF PREVENTION… Headline: “Employee wins $1 Million Award in Harassment Lawsuit.” Headline: “Employer Fined and Jailed for Not Paying Overtime.” Headline: “Ex- State worker wins whistleblower lawsuit.” Headline: “Employer Loses in Meal Break/Rest Period Claim”
********************************************************************** Headlines like these, and the threat of defend yourself when claims are made. Any business with employees will lawsuits in general, will generally send eventually contend with employee chills down the spines of owners of businesses, small, medium and large. issues. While large corporations Yet, these kinds of results can be typically have separate “HR” avoided. How? As Benjamin Franklin departments to deal with these types once said: “an ounce of prevention is of cases, that is often not economically worth a pound of cure.” feasible for small to medium sized Did you know that Labor Code businesses, even though California’s labor and employment laws apply to all §980, prohibits employers from asking businesses, large or small. The best way employees or job applicants certain to minimize the cost to your “bottom information related to social media line,” is to be proactive. Having been accounts? Did you know that Labor through litigation in these cases, we Code §§226 and 1198.5 were modified know where that preparation fell short. to require Employers to provide As a business owner, among other employees with actual copies of their things, you need to assess your personnel records? If you are prepared by knowing the answers to these and a compliance with California law (largely wide variety of other similar questions, regarded as one of the more stringent in the Country), update employee before they come up, you can better
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manuals, know how to deal with “problem” employees, and manage your compliance with California law in employee related issues. To that end, at Tiedt & Hurd we provide such “preventative medicine,” including training to supervisors and managers on harassment/discrimination situations, guiding you through overtime and break laws, and other potential employee related concerns. By facing these issues before they become actual problems, and by applying the “ounce of prevention,” your business may avoid or minimize the costs of the “cure” down the road.
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2015 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Free Movies at Dos Lagos
Mach 1 Mud Run
Every Saturday from January-June 2015, the Dos Lagos Luxury Theatres is offering FREE family movies. All ages and groups welcome. Seating is limited to availability. Doors open at 9am. shopdoslagos.com
The 5th Annual Mach 1 Mud Run will take place Saturday, June 20 at the Corona Municipal Airport. Expect new obstacles and even more food and entertainment options in the post-race festival area. The festival area is free to the public. machone. cbslocal.com
Day of the Child On Saturday, April 18, over 80 local organizations will be providing information on family resources in our community. This free event includes activities such as pony rides, petting zoo, bouncers, storytelling, entertainment, and more. coronanorcodayofthechild.org
Lobsterfest The Corona Rotary Club will host the 6th annual Lobsterfest Saturday, May 16. Tickets include all-you-caneat Maine lobster and steak. Live entertainment and program will round out the evening. coronalobsterfest.com
Women’s Leadership Conference The 4th Annual Women’s Leadership Conference will take place Friday, October 2. This dynamic conference features 3 keynote speakers, 6 breakout sessions, continental breakfast, full lunch, and a wine and dessert reception. CORONAchamber.org
4th of July Parade and Celebration The City of CORONA hosts an annual “Main Street U.S.A. Parade”, beginning at 10am on Saturday, July 4. The Celebration resumes at 4pm with a family festival at Santana Park. Activities include food booths, children’s “Fun Zone” and live entertainment. The formal program starts at 8:30pm, with a spectacular fireworks show at 9. Entrance is free! discovercorona.com
Concerts in the Park Every Thursday in July, the City of CORONA presents “Concerts on
the Green”, held on the City Hall South Lawn from 7-9pm. These free shows include live entertainment from a variety of musical acts. Every Saturday from July 11 to August 15, The Shops at Dos Lagos pays tribute to top bands in a series of concerts, from 7-9pm. discovercorona.com / shopdoslagos.com
Annual Golf Classic The CORONA Chamber of Commerce will host the annual Chamber Golf Classic on Monday, July 13. Players compete in teams of four. Immediately following the tournament is a dinner reception, silent and live auction, and presentation of awards to the day’s top teams. CORONAchamber.org
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Military Appreciation Extravaganza This annual event is open to the public and funds the CORONA Chamber’s Legislative Outreach. Held Saturday, November 14, features include a salute to the military, play gaming, music and dancing, live and silent auctions, a taste of CORONA’s finest restaurants, entertainment, and exciting prizes. CORONAchamber.org
National Pearl Harbor Remembrance On Monday, December 7, everyone is welcome to attend the free annual Pearl Harbor Commemoration event. CORONAchamber.org
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CITIZEN’S GUIDE TO CORONA SERVICES WHAT YOU WANT TO FIND OUT AND WHERE TO CALL FOR FAST ANSWERS……
Abandoned Vehicles On Private Property 739-4970 On Public Property 736-2330 Aircraft Noise 736-2234 Air Quality (800) 572-6306 Alleys (Maintenance) 736-2234 Animals 736-2309 Banners 739-4970 Bees 340-9792 Bicycle Registration 736-2330 Boats On Sidewalks/Street 736-2330 In a Front Yard 739-4970
Block Party Barricades 736-2259 Building Permit 736-2250 Bulky Item (800) 423-9986 Burglary Investigation 736-2330 Business In home/Complaint 739-4970 Uses Permitted 736-2262 Construction Noise 736-2330 Grading & Public Property 279-3511 On Private Property 736-2250 Council Meeting Agenda 736-2201 Corona Cruiser 734-9418 Courts 777-3147 Traffic Court 222-0384 Curbs & Gutters 736-2234 Crime Statistics 817-5734 Dial-A-Ride 734-7220 Dumping Alley 736-2234 In Progress 736-2330 Existing - Private Property 739-4970 Economic Development 736-2260 Election Information 736-2201 EMS Subscription 736-2218 Emergency Help 9-1-1 Fences & Walls Zoning Requirements 736-2262 Permits 736-2250 Fire Complaints 736-2220 Flies 340-9792 Freeway & Rail Freeway Info (800) 427-7623 Commuter Rail (800) 371-5465 91 Toll Road (800) 600-9191 Garage Conversions 736-2250 Occupancy 739-4970 Sales 736-2262
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Unless noted, all phone numbers use area code (951). www.DiscoverCorona.com City Info. Line (951) 736-2400 Customer Service Line (951) 736-2300 City Manager/ 24-hour Message Line (951) 279-3710 Direct 24-hour Fax Line to City Council: (951) 736-2493 Who’s in Charge? Corona’s elected officials are community leaders who listen to all citizens of the City, prioritize plans and projects to meet public needs, allocate funds, and make decisions essential to ensuring the future of our City. • Mayor Eugene Montanez • Vice Mayor Jason Scott • Council Member Randy Fox • Council Member Dick Haley • Council Member Karen Spiegel • Treasurer: Aaron Hake • City Manager: Darrell Talbert
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Graffiti Anywhere in the City 817-5841 In Parks 736-2234 In Progress 736-2330 Handbills/Fliers 736-2275 Hazardous Waste Disposal 486-3200 Human Resources 736-2209 Housing Programs 736-2260 Ice Cream Trucks 8 Carts 736-2355 Landlord-Tenant Info 682-6581 Library Adult Services 736-2404 Friends Bookshop (Donation) 279-3726 Community Meeting Rooms 736-2384 Children Services 736-2388 General Information 736-2381 Heritage Room 279-3593 Literacy for Adults 736-2389 Passport Services 736-2386 Licenses Bicycle 736-2330 Business 736-2275 Dog 739-4802 Lights - Street Light Repair 736-2234 Litter Vacant or Occupied Lots 739-4970 Public Right-of-Way 736-2234 Lost & Found Items 736-2393 Maintenance Parks & Trees 736-2234 Park Courts 736-2234 Sidewalks & Streets 736-2234 Private Property 739-4970 Mosquitoes 340-9792 Motor Homes Lived In-Private Property 739-4970 Lived In-On Street 736-2330 Parking Complaints 736-2330 Parking Permits 736-2330
Municipal Code 736-2201 Neighborhood Watch 736-2332 Noise Building Construction 736-2250 Construction Grading 279-3511 General 736-2330 Loading Trucks 739-4970 Music 736-2330 Obscene Material 736-2330 Parks & Rec Commission 817-5713 Parking Recreational Vehicles 736-2330 Trucks 736-2330 On Private Property 739-4970 Street 736-2330 Permits Alarms 736-2397 Banners 736-2262 Building 736-2250 Burning/Open Fire 736-2220 Dances 736-2355 Electrical & Plumbing 736-2250 Fire Code 736-2220 Food Vendors 273-9140 Garage Sales 736-2262 Land Use 736-2262 Parade 736-2355 Public Assembly 736-2220 Solicitation 736-2355 Special Events 736-2262 Street Trees 736-2234 Swimming Pool 736-2250 Planning Commission Info 736-2262 Poison Control Center (800) 876-4766 Police 736-2330 Narcotics 736-2402 Youth Services 279-3544 Political Sign Removal 739-4970 Recreation Programs 736-2241 Recycling Collection (800) 423-9986 General Information 736-2234 Redevelopment 736-2260 Renter Complaints 736-2250 Reservations Ball Field Facilities 736-2241 Picnic Shelters 736-2241 Rodents (Tenant Complaints) Apartment & House 736-2250 Property Exterior 340-9792 Sand Bags 736-2234 Scavenger 736-2330 Senior Center 736-2363 Sewage Blocked Pipe 736-2234 Discharge 736-2234 Maintenance-Day 736-2234 Night & Weekend 736-2234 Shopping Cart Removal (800) 252-4613
Sidewalk Repair 736-2234 Signs Information 736-2262 Removal-Landscape 736-2234 Violations 739-4970 Social Services 2-1-1 Soliciting Permits 736-2355 Complaints 736-2330 Street Maintenance 736-2234 Street Sweeping 736-2234 Swimming Pool Dirty Public Pool 358-5172 Dirty Private Pool 739-4970 Fences & Gates 736-2250 Noise, Equipment 736-2250 Traffic Problems 736-2448 Transients 736-2330 Trash Cans Location 739-4970 Collection (800) 423-9986 Trash Scavengers 736-2330 Trees-Parkway Trimming 736-2234
Utilities Electricity (800) 684-8123 Gas (800) 427-2200 Water/Sewer 736-2234 Voter Registration 736-2201 Water Conservation 736-2234 Water Leak Outdoors 736-2234 Weed Abatement - Private 736-2220 Weed Abatement - Public 736-2234 Yard Sale Concerns Working Hours 736-2262 Night & Weekend 736-2330 Zoning Information 736-2262 WHO DO I CALL IF I DON’T KNOW WHO TO CALL? Management Services 24-hour message line: (951) 736-2371 City Hall – Online All the Time: www.discovercorona.com For business-related matters, contact the CORONA Chamber of Commerce at (951) 737-3350.
(951) 279-9161 After hours towing call (951) 735-2880 Or (951) 734-9331
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RIVERSIDE MEDICAL CLINIC
SIMPLIFIES HEALTH CARE FOR FAMILIES Riverside Medical Clinic leads the area in providing families a single source for all of their health care needs. It starts with ensuring you have the right primary care physician. A physician and supporting staff who will work with you to maximize your well-being. Referrals to specialists are simple. Any lab work or imaging services that are needed can be accomplished right at Riverside Medical Clinic. Urgent care, pharmacy, and vision centers are also part of the offering. Riverside Medical Clinic, providing legendary care for over 75 years.
For more info call: 951-683-6370 RiversideMedicalClinic.com
Transforming Healthcare
in Western Riverside County
Corona Regional Medical Center and UC Irvine Health have formed a comprehensive affiliation. That means Corona Regional will offer residents of the area access to the advanced level of care and clinical expertise of UC Irvine Health. The new affiliation means residents throughout western Riverside County will benefit from Stroke Telemedicine and immediate access to the region’s largest group of fellowship-trained neurologists and surgeons.
Cancer Care from UC Irvine Health Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, one of 41 centers with National Cancer Institute designation.
Maternal-Fetal Medicine with advanced perinatal services and expertise in managing complex and high-risk pregnancies.
There’s more: Corona Regional Medical Center will begin construction on a NEW emergency department that will double the size of the current emergency area and include plans for future patient rooms.
“This new affiliation with UC Irvine Health, along with our planned expansion will bring higher levels of care to residents of Western Riverside County.” — Mark Uffer, Corona Regional Medical Center CEO and Managing Director
Corona Regional Medial Center and UC Irvine Health
The beginning of bigger things to come.
Corona Regional Medical Center 800 S. Main Street | Corona, CA 92882 coronaregional.com
UC Irvine Health ucirvinehealth.org
Physicians are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of Corona Regional Medical Center. The hospital shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians.