From the Desk of
Chuck Washington
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Dear Third District Resident,
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! I am looking forward to this holiday season, spending meaningful time with my family and wish the same for you and yours. I hope this season and the New Year brings you much peace and happiness.
If you’re looking for a light conversation starter on Christmas Day, use the fun, Christmas-themed trivia questions below. To find the answers, scroll to the bottom of this newsletter.
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Which country did candy canes come from?
- Which one of Santa’s reindeers has the same name as another holiday mascot?
- How many Christmas trees are up for display in the White House?
- Where were Christmas cards first sold?
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What popular Christmas song was written for Thanksgiving?
Leading the California State Association of Counties
Last month, I was elected by the California State Association of Counties (CSAC) Board of Directors to serve as the 2022-2023 President. CSAC is an organization that serves as a platform for all 58 California counties leaders to exchange our stories and best practices in order to address our most pressing issues.
It is an honor to serve as the CSAC 2022-2023 President and lead this county-driven organization as we work together and improve our communities through partnership with our city and state colleagues.
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Redistricting Update: Board Approves Washington Steward of Menifee, Romoland
Every 10 years federal, state, and county district boundaries are redrawn to reflect population changes as indicated by the Census. My colleagues and I adopted new district boundaries that will go into effect in two phases, once in January 2023, and again in January 2025.
To provide the best service possible, my colleagues designated me to serve as the steward of the City of Menifee and Community of Romoland. Both areas leave the 5th District this coming January but do not officially join the 3rd District until January 2025.
If you are a resident of Menifee or Romoland and need assistance with the County, my team and I stand ready to help you.
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Riverside County has been awarded the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the 22/23 fiscal year budget. As the County ended last year with a balanced budget and higher than anticipated reserves, we are looking to find what impacts inflation and how the cooling of the housing market may affect the budget.
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Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention Program Funding
Board Chair Jeff Hewit and I attended a meeting with the Governor to discuss more aggressive and creative ways to address homelessness. The board has accepted Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) grant funds in the amount of $3.9 million to prevent, reduce and end homelessness.
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Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library Holiday Activity
The Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library is hosting a holiday cookie decorating activity to embrace the holiday spirit. This festive event will be open for teens held on Monday, December 19th between 6:00pm – 7:00pm.
To register, please visit the reception desk at the Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library or call (951) 693-8940.
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Riverside County’s Warm Center Locations
As temperatures begin to fall, Riverside County Community Action Partnership opens warm center locations during the winter season between December 1st, 2022 – March 31st, 2023.
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Community Highlight: Riverside University Healthcare System’s Festival of Trees
On November 22nd, the Riverside University Healthcare System (RUHS) hosted the 33rd Annual Festival of Trees for the Love of a Child event. As a long-standing Riverside County tradition, this event is aimed to fundraise and support critical work of the RUHS Foundation within the Pediatric unit, the Child Abuse and Neglect unit, the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit and the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
Volunteers for the Homeless Point-in-Time Count
The Housing and Workforce Solutions Department of Riverside County is accepting volunteers to help with the Homeless Point-in-Time count of unsheltered adults and youth in order to determine the local housing and service’s needs.
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Riverside County COVID-19 Resources
Help keep our community safe by getting your COVID-19 vaccines. To make an appointment call 211, visit www.ruhealth.org/covid-19-vaccine or call 800-945-6171 to schedule with a community health center. If you are unable to leave your home for medical reasons, you can be vaccinated from the comfort of your home by calling 833-422-4255 or visiting myturn.ca.gov. If you recently tested positive for COVID-19, you may be eligible for monoclonal antibody treatment. For more information, please call the RUHS Medical Center at 951-486-6520.
Riverside University Healthcare System has COVID-19 bivalent booster shots available. We encourage you to protect yourself and your family by updating your COVID-19 booster and scheduling an appointment today!
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We are pleased to offer in-person services Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at our French Valley Office at the French Valley Airport (37600 Sky Canyon Drive, Murrieta) or by appointment at our Valle Vista Office inside the Valle Vista Sheriff’s Station (43950 Acacia Avenue, Hemet). Please contact our office before your visit by calling 951-955-1030 or emailing d3email@rivco.org. For regular Third District updates, visit our Facebook (@supervisorchuckwashington), Instagram (@supervisorchuckwashington), Twitter (@SupWashington), and website (SupervisorChuckWashington.com).
Answers to Trivia Questions
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