City of Murrieta Press Releases

September 22, 2023
City of Murrieta Hosts Free Waste Drop-Off Event in Partnership with Waste Management This year’s event features FREE document shredding, bulky item drop off, and compost mulch pickup!
On Saturday, September 30, 2023, between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m., the City of Murrieta is hosting a free bulky item drop-off event in partnership with Waste Management. The community is invited to get rid of extra bulky items and/or documents for shredding at Murrieta City Hall (1 Town Square, Murrieta, CA 92562). In addition, the City is excited to offer a free compost mulch pickup station for the first time. Compost mulch is available until supply runs out. Shovels will be provided, but interested residents should bring a tarp or bags to put the compost mulch on/in.
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September 20, 2023 
Murrieta Innovation Center Welcomes International Tenant NeuroReality: Pioneering Cognitive Rehabilitation Technology
The Murrieta Innovation Center is pleased to announce the addition of NeuroReality, a groundbreaking Dutch company, as a new international tenant. Founded in 2017, NeuroReality has been at the forefront of democratizing access to cognitive rehabilitation and positively impacting the lives of millions of people worldwide who suffer from cognitive impairments relating to brain injury after a stroke. The company's mission to reduce the global economic burden on society by lowering healthcare costs and indirect costs of disability and lost productivity aligns with the values of the Murrieta Innovation Center (MIC).
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August 30, 2023 
Murrieta Fire & Rescue Awarded International Reaccredited Agency Status 
Murrieta Fire & Rescue (MFR) proudly announces its renewed accredited agency status from the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI). This recognition is a result of MFR's commitment to excellence demonstrated through the voluntary self-assessment and accreditation program established by CFAI. Including MFR, there are only 22 accredited agencies in all of California and only 308 worldwide recognized by CFAI and the Center for Public Safety Excellence, Inc. (CPSE).
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July 26, 2023
City of Murrieta Police Department Hosts National Night Out at Town Square Park
The Murrieta Police Department invites the entire community to the upcoming 2023 National Night Out event on Tuesday, August 1, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Town Square Park in Murrieta. This family-centered event aims to elevate crime prevention awareness, strengthen neighborhood spirit, and forge even closer police-community relationships. National Night Out events take place throughout the country to enhance the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community. It provides a great opportunity to bring law enforcement and community members together under positive circumstances. 
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June 21, 2023
City of Murrieta Hosts a Summer of Fun with Community Events
Summertime is always a special time of year in Murrieta, but this summer the City of Murrieta has your entertainment lineup for the entire month of July, and residents and visitors are invited to mark their calendars and join in on the fun. 
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June 20, 2023
City of Murrieta Celebrates Its 32nd anniversary with Annual Birthday Bash
Murrieta is turning 32, and we are throwing a birthday party for the whole community. The City of Murrieta invites residents and visitors alike to commemorate the 32nd anniversary of cityhood at its annual Birthday Bash on Saturday, June 24, from 2 p.m. until 9 p.m. at California Oaks Sports Park. Come and enjoy a variety of exciting family-friendly activities, including live entertainment, a firefighter’s hose down, delicious food vendors, and the eagerly anticipated fireworks show at 9 p.m. Live music on the main stage will start at 5 p.m. with Skynyrd and Company, a Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band, and headliner, K-Tel All-Stars, will be rocking 70s tunes beginning at 7 p.m. 
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June 6, 2023
City of Murrieta Public Library Hosts Variety of Summer Events and Fun for All Ages  
The Murrieta Public Library is bringing entertainment and education to Murrieta all summer long! Get ready for Friday evenings filled with fun thanks to the following FREE lineup of events: Kids Imagine Nation Date: Friday, June 9, 2023 Time: 7:00 p.m. Venue: Murrieta Town Square Park and Amphitheater (11 Town Square, Murrieta, CA 92562) Calling all kids and kids at heart! Get ready to dance, sing, and let your imagination soar with Kids Imagine Nation, presented by Murrieta Public Library! This event is open to all ages and promises an evening filled with laughter, joy, and fantastic entertainment. Best of all, it's FREE! Bring your chairs and blankets to Town Square Park and Amphitheater. 
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May 25, 2023 
Murrieta Mayor Lisa DeForest to Deliver State of the City Address at Murrieta Hot Springs Resort Highlighting Healthy, Engaged, and Well-Functioning City 
Murrieta: Where We Put Community First 
The City of Murrieta and Murrieta/Wildomar Chamber of Commerce are proud to present the 32nd Annual Murrieta State of the City on Thursday, June 15, 2023, at the Murrieta Hot Springs Resort Conference Center. Mayor Dr. Lisa DeForest will deliver the address at 7 p.m., inspired by the healthy ecosystem created in Murrieta, where residents are connected by safety, innovation, activity, and quality of life. Mayor DeForest’s 7 p.m. address is open to the public and free to attend. Preceding the event, the Murrieta/Wildomar Chamber of Commerce will host a VIP reception featuring local sips and bites from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tickets for the VIP reception are available for $45. There is no cost to attend the State of the City presentation, and the community is welcome and encouraged to be a part of the special event. 
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May 23, 2023
Memorial Day Observance Ceremony in Murrieta Honors Veterans and Fallen Heroes
The Murrieta community is invited to join in honoring our nation's veterans and paying tribute to the fallen heroes at the upcoming Memorial Day Observance Ceremony on Monday, May 29, 2023. The event will take place at 8 a.m. at the Murrieta Veterans Memorial located at Town Square Park and Amphitheater.
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April 6, 2023 
Murrieta Assistant City Manager Kristen Crane Credentialed by International Local Government Management Organization 
Kristen Mignone Crane, assistant city manager of the City of Murrieta, recently received the Credentialed Manager designation from ICMA, the International City/County Management Association. Crane is one of over 1,300 local government management professionals currently credentialed through the ICMA Voluntary Credentialing Program. 
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March 28, 2023
Murrieta Public Library Plans April Packed with Family Fun
The City of Murrieta Public Library is in full bloom with an April packed with fun! The month features spring events that will delight and engage community members of all ages. From educational workshops to fun-filled activities, these events foster community and bring people together to celebrate the season. Whether you’re looking for something new, to connect with others in the community, or simply to have some fun, these events are not to be missed.
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March 23, 2023 
Murrieta Finance Department Honored with Multiple Awards for Biennial Budget, Financial Report, and Capital Budget 
The City of Murrieta is proud to be the recipient of three distinguished awards that highlight the priority Murrieta City Council and staff place on transparent and accurate financial reporting. The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) awarded both the Distinguished Budget Award for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2021/22 and FY 2022/23 Biennial Operating Budget and Excellence in Financial Reporting for the FY 2021/22 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. In addition, the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers awarded the City their Capital Budget Excellence Award for the Capital Improvement Plan & Budget for FY 2022/23.
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March 20, 2023
The City of Murrieta Voted a Best City by Readers of Inland Empire Magazine  
The City is proud to share that Murrieta has been voted a Best City in the Inland Empire by readers of the Inland Empire Magazine. The City is honored to receive this recognition and proud for continuing to be a great place to work, live and play. 
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March 20, 2023 
The City of Murrieta Voted a Best Place to Work by Readers of Inland Empire Magazine 
The City of Murrieta has been voted one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Empire, as published in the October 2022 issue of Inland Empire Magazine. The City strives to serve the community, while maintaining a strong organizational culture. This recognition is particularly meaningful because nominations were submitted by staff. City staff work hard to attract the most highly qualified and talented workforce and City leadership will continue its effort to be one of the best places to work in the region and in the profession. 
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March 15, 2023 
Murrieta Fire & Rescue Celebrates 76th Anniversary with Historic Firefighter’s BBQ 
Murrieta Fire & Rescue (MFR) is excited to once again host its popular annual Firefighter’s BBQ on Saturday, April 15, 2023, from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. at Murrieta’s Town Square Park. This year’s event will be bigger than ever, with live music at Murrieta’s Town Square Park Amphitheater, a variety of activities throughout the day, vendors, and other activities. The Murrieta Firefighter’s BBQ is one of Riverside County’s longest-running events, with the first barbecue held in 1948. As is the tradition, barbecue guests will enjoy a smoked tri-tip lunch, music, beer and wine garden, cornhole tournament, and a vendors’ market. The event is open to the public and free to attend. 
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March 14, 2023 
City of Murrieta Partners with Murrieta Market Nights for Expanded Downtown Street Market 
The City of Murrieta and local nonprofit Murrieta Market Nights are proud to formally announce their partnership to host twice-monthly markets in Downtown Murrieta. Established in October 2020, Murrieta Market Nights quickly gained notoriety as a community attraction. A mixture of artisan vendors, food vendors, artists, activities, and entertainment provide a well-balanced and enjoyable family-friendly atmosphere on the 1 st and 3rd Thursday of each month in Downtown Murrieta. 
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February 28, 2023
City of Murrieta, City of Wildomar, and the Murrieta/Wildomar Chamber of Commerce are partnering to bring back Restaurant Month 2023
From Wednesday, March 1 to Friday, March 31, Explore Murrieta, the City of Murrieta, City of Wildomar, and the Murrieta/Wildomar Chamber of Commerce are partnering to bring back Restaurant Month 2023. Instead of one week of deliciousness, this partnership is proud to celebrate its restaurants all month long. With various prizes at different levels being given away at the end of the month, this is the perfect time to explore new dining spots and support your all-time staples and feel the reward of supporting such an important industry! We encourage diners to discover new restaurants & revisit favorites. 
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February 27, 2023 
City of Murrieta Public Library Extends Checkout Time to Three Weeks 
The Murrieta Public Library is excited to announce that they are extending the materials checkout time to three weeks! As part of February’s National Library Lovers’ Month, the Murrieta Public Library wants to show its love for patrons with this service extension. The great news is that the change isn’t only for the month of February but will be ongoing for items checked out now and in the future. Library patrons can check out up to 30 items, including books, instruments, museum passes, and more. 
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February 7, 2023
Murrieta Police Department Partners to Enhance Public Safety Communication in Murrieta 
In a continued effort to provide the highest quality police service to the citizens of Murrieta, the Murrieta Police Department is proud to announce that the new Public Safety Enterprise Communication (PSEC) Hollingsworth Tower is now in use and fully functional. This means areas in Southwest Riverside County, including Murrieta, that previously lacked radio service for first responders now have 100% communication coverage, supporting the safety of both law enforcement personnel and residents. While getting to this point took many years, the importance of having timely, reliable countywide interoperable communications for all Riverside County public safety agencies and emergency management partners throughout Murrieta remained a priority. 
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January 10, 2023 
City of Murrieta Hosts Free Waste Drop-Off Event in Partnership with Waste Management
On Saturday, January 28, 2023, between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. the City of Murrieta is hosting a free drop-off event in partnership with Waste Management. The community is invited to kick off the New Year with a fresh start by getting rid of extra bulky items and/or papers for shredding at Murrieta City Hall (1 Town Square, Murrieta, CA 92562). 
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December 14, 2022 
City of Murrieta Wins Award for Turning Red Tape Into Red Carpet with the New Murrieta Hot Springs Resort 
The City of Murrieta is thrilled to announce that the Murrieta Hot Springs Resort project was selected for the Real Estate Redevelopment and Reuse award at the 10th Annual Turning Red Tape into Red Carpet Awards. Hosted by the Inland Empire Economic Partnership (IEEP), this award recognizes real estate development or adaptive reuse projects that create jobs or additional tax sources. Winning projects are selected because they will catalyze economic growth and demonstrate innovative partnership approaches, including both the public and private sectors. 
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December 8, 2022 
Fire Damages Murrieta Home 
Murrieta Fire & Rescue responded to a reported residential structure fire on the 41000 block of Primula Circle yesterday evening, December 7, 2022. A neighbor called 9-1-1 and reported that smoke was seen coming from the second-story window of the home next door. Upon arrival, Murrieta Fire & Rescue personnel immediately engaged in firefighting efforts on the home's first floor, with extensive smoke and heat damage throughout the residence. 
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December 5, 2022 
DUI Checkpoint Murrieta Police Department Holding DUI Checkpoint December 17, 2022
The Murrieta Police Department will hold a DUI Checkpoint on Saturday, December 17, 2022, from 7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., at an undisclosed location within the Murrieta city limits. 
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November 28, 2022 
The City of Murrieta Receives Four Grants Totaling More than $1.5M to Expand Services
The Murrieta Public Library is proud to announce that it was awarded more than $1.5 million from the Building Forward Grant Program offered by the California State Library. This grant will fund a remodel and construct an expansion to the Children’s Library area at the Murrieta Public Library. The expansion will extend outwards into the 15,000 available square feet from the current garden area – extending library capacity by almost 20%. 
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November 22, 2022 
Murrieta Fire & Rescue Honors Life of Retired Fire Chief
Murrieta Fire & Rescue is saddened to announce the passing of retired Fire Chief Marvin D. Curran at the age of 93. Chief Curran was a lifelong Murrieta resident, US Army veteran, dedicated public servant, and founding member of the Murrieta Fire Department. He was the second fire chief to serve in Murrieta Fire's 75-year history. 
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October 24, 2022 
The City of Murrieta Kicks Off the Holidays with Week of Magic Throughout the Community 
The City of Murrieta will bring the holiday magic to town with an entire week of fun kicking off on Saturday, December 3, 2022. Residents and visitors are encouraged to attend one or all of the free, family-friendly activities including Donuts with Santa, the Murrieta Tree Lighting Ceremony, and to visit their neighborhood’s first-ever Santa in the City. In addition, the holiday home decorating contest, letters to Santa, and Santa Hotline offer free fun for families this holiday season. 
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October 21, 2022 
The City of Murrieta to Host Its 20th Annual Veterans Day Parade 
The City of Murrieta has long prided itself on its support for those serving in and those who have served in the nation’s armed forces. It is with pride that the City celebrates the 20th anniversary of its Veterans Day Parade. Join the City of Murrieta on Friday, November 11, for a patriotic celebration throughout Downtown Murrieta. At 10 a.m., the event will kick off with the singing of the national anthem and, hopefully, a military flyover. The parade will then start on Washington Avenue and conclude at Town Square Park (11 Town Square, Murrieta, CA 92562) with the Murrieta Rotary’s Field of Honor. This year, the City is excited to feature all three Murrieta high school marching bands and JROTC groups, in addition to other schools in the region, in the parade. The parade will be kicked off by this year’s grand marshal, Congressman Darrell Issa. 
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October 14, 2022
Murrieta Police Department Awarded $115,000 Grant to Deter Unsafe Behaviors, Increase Safety on Road
The Murrieta Police Department will increase patrols throughout the community and provide other traffic safety programs to help reduce the number of serious injuries and deaths on roads. “This grant funding allows us to support our ongoing traffic safety efforts in the community,” Murrieta Police Department Chief Tony Conrad said. “Our intent is to stop the most unlawful and dangerous behaviors that put people at risk and create an environment where everyone feels safe traveling.”
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October 7, 2022
The City of Murrieta Supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Opportunities to Get Engaged
The City of Murrieta is going PINK! The Month of October signifies Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to raise awareness about the impact of breast cancer. The City offers a variety of ways to support this month-long campaign, from the Human Pink Ribbon photo that kicked off the month on October 1 to the Komen MORE THAN PINK Walk on October 9. Even Murrieta PD is “going pink” with their pink patch debut and Murrieta Fire & Rescue is raising funds through special breast cancer awareness t-shirts. Proceeds from both of these fundraisers will go directly to Michelle’s Place, a local nonprofit that provides support and resources to those impacted by cancer. And if you drive by City Hall at night the first half of the month, it will be lit pink as well. The second half of the month the City Hall lights will be purple in support of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, which is also this in October. 
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October 6, 2022 
Everyone is a Pedestrian: October is National Pedestrian Safety Month 
October is National Pedestrian Safety Month, and the Murrieta Police Department will raise awareness about the safety of people walking throughout the month, emphasizing that safe drivers, safe speeds, and safe vehicles save lives. 
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October 6, 2022 
Murrieta Police Department Supports National Walk and Roll to School Day on October 12 
The Murrieta Police Department encourages parents and students to join their classmates and walk, bike, or roll to class on Wednesday, October 12. Every year, “Walk and Roll to School Day” is celebrated to highlight the benefits of exercise and practice pedestrian and road safety with other students, families, and caregivers 
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October 3, 2022 
First International Tenant Joins Murrieta Innovation Center: Dutch Super Family Brings Innovative Healthcare to Families 
The Murrieta Innovation Center is proud to celebrate a major milestone for the business incubator: the signing of their first international startup. This comes after a concerted effort by the City of Murrieta and Impact Riverside County—the agencies that manage the Innovation Center—and the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development to attract international businesses to Murrieta and its burgeoning medical and innovation landscape. The City of Murrieta’s Economic Development team recently attended a signing for a new tenant in the Murrieta Innovation Center (MIC), Super Family. This historic event took place at The Honorary Consul of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Los Angeles, CA on September 8, 2022, with dignitaries from the Netherlands. 
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September 26, 2022 
The City of Murrieta Now Accepting Applications for 2023/2024 CDBG Cycle: Nonprofits Serving Murrieta Residents Encouraged to Apply 
The City of Murrieta is now accepting applications for the 2023/2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) cycle. The CDBG program is a federally funded program that awards grants to local governments to develop viable communities by providing decent housing, suitable living environments, programs, and expanding economic opportunities, principally for persons of low- and moderate-income. Applications will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 27, 2022. 
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September 26, 2022 
Adria Reinertson Selected as Murrieta's New Fire Marshal 
After an extensive and competitive recruitment, Murrieta Fire & Rescue is pleased to announce the hiring of Adria Reinertson as Murrieta’s new Fire Marshal. Reinertson most recently served as the Deputy Fire Marshal with CAL-Fire/Riverside County Fire and has twenty-five years of experience in community risk reduction. Reinertson was selected as Fire Marshal after a nearly two-year vacancy.
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August 8, 2022 

City of Murrieta Welcomes New Assistant City Manager

The City of Murrieta is pleased to announce the addition of Kristen Crane to its leadership team. Crane joins the Murrieta executive team as a new Assistant City Manager. Kristen was the assistant city manager in Del Mar since 2014. She has a Master of Public Administration from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Santa Clara University.
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July 25, 2022 
Murrieta Mayor Jonathan Ingram to Deliver State of the City Address at Murrieta Hot Springs Resort
The City of Murrieta is proud to present the 31^st Annual State of the City on Wednesday, August 31, 2022, at the Murrieta Hot Springs Resort (located at Murrieta Hot Springs Road and Margarita Road). The resort will be under new ownership and this event is a unique opportunity to welcome guests behind the gates of the historic property. Mayor Jonathan Ingram will deliver the address inspired by Murrieta’s high quality of life thanks to recent developments, safety, health, and innovation. The State of the City address will take place at 7 p.m., in what will be the first large-scale public event at the Murrieta Hot Springs in over 26 years. The event is open to the public and free to attend. Preceding the event, the Murrieta/Wildomar Chamber of Commerce will host a reception from 5:30-6:30 p.m. A $35 ticket is required for the VIP reception and will feature a variety of food and drinks from local businesses.
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July 25, 2022 
City of Murrieta Partners with American Red Cross and LifeStream Blood Bank to Host Two Community Blood Drives The City of Murrieta is reminding the community about their upcoming community blood drives in partnership with both the American Red Cross and LifeStream Blood Bank. To sign up to donate please visit lstream.org/tmmobiles or call 1.800.879.4484. 
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July 8, 2022
Murrieta Financing Authority Special Tax Revenue Bonds Rating Upgraded to A+ By S&P Global Ratings in Connection With its $29.075 Million Bond Sale
The City of Murrieta is pleased to announce that on May 12, 2022, the City, through the Murrieta Financing Authority (Authority), successfully sold $29.075 million of Local Agency Revenue Refunding Bonds. The proceeds from the bonds were used to refund five outstanding series of bonds issued by community facilities districts (CFDs) located in Murrieta. By taking advantage of the historically low interest rates at the time of sale, the City locked in over $11 million in gross cash flow savings. This process did not extend the length of the bonds, nor did it cost the City of Murrieta any General Fund monies. 
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July 1, 2022
Juggler Michael Rayner Comes to the Murrieta Public Library
Murrieta is known as the place for community, and this summer the Murrieta Public Library is creating plenty of opportunities to connect, learn, and celebrate. Mark your calendars and invite friends and family to join at their next engaging event featuring famous juggler Michael Rayner.
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June 24, 2022
Murrieta’s Federal Community Project Requests Selected to Move Forward in Federal Funding Process
Murrieta’s Keller Road Interchange Project and Murrieta’s Dispatch Technology Funding Request were selected to move forward in federal funding process. This could lead to nearly $3 million coming to the city to support public safety and transportation.
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June 20, 2022
City of Murrieta Celebrates Its 31st Anniversary with Annual Birthday Bash
Murrieta is turning 31, and the City is throwing a birthday party for the entire community. The City of Murrieta invites residents and visitors alike to commemorate the 31^st anniversary of cityhood at its annual Birthday Bash on Saturday, June 25, from 2 p.m. until 9 p.m. at California Oaks Sports Park. Come and enjoy a variety of exciting family-friendly activities including live entertainment, a firefighter’s hose down, delicious food vendors, and the eagerly anticipated fireworks show at 9 p.m.
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June 13, 2022
Get Paid to Shop Local with Murrieta Money Match a Local Incentive Program with Bonus Gift Card
The City of Murrieta has a whole new way to support local businesses. The Murrieta Money Match program is an online gift card portal that allows residents and visitors alike to purchase a gift card that is accepted at a variety of local merchants and the City of Murrieta will match their money. This is at NO cost to the customer or to participating businesses. It's Murrieta's way of supporting local businesses after the pandemic. 
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May 25, 2022
The City of Murrieta Grieves for Uvalde, Texas and Supports School Safety in the Community 
The men and women of the Murrieta Police Department and the City of Murrieta grieve for the community of Uvalde, Texas. This morning, Murrieta Police Chief Tony Conrad shared a statement with the community regarding school safety in Murrieta.
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April 29, 2022
Murrieta Innovation Center Startup Wins Top Prize at Riverside County Innovation Month’s Fast Pitch Finale!
On Wednesday, April 27, one of the Murrieta Innovation Center’s startups, Swellter, was awarded 1st place in a countywide Fast Pitch Finale! The Fast Pitch Finale is the culminating event of the 2022 Riverside County Innovation Month. Throughout April, the County of Riverside, partner cities, Murrieta included, chambers, higher education institutions, and strategic partners across Riverside County held events highlighting and supporting innovation and entrepreneurship in the region. This year’s program marks the fifth year for this month-long showcase.
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April 21, 2022 
U.S. Department of Commerce Invests $2.4 Million in the Murrieta Innovation Center to Support Life Sciences Industry
The City of Murrieta and Impact Southwest Riverside County (Impact SWRC) are proud to announce the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Agency (EDA) is awarding a $2.4 million grant to the City of Murrieta to support extensive improvements to the Murrieta Innovation Center (MIC), creating a hub for science and innovation in the region. The funds will support a new wet lab, a cleanroom, a new dry lab, and the renovation of existing office and conference spaces to the MIC. 
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March 28, 2022
City of Murrieta Welcomes New Administrative Services Director
The City of Murrieta is pleased to announce the addition of Diego Chavez to its leadership team. Chavez joins the Murrieta executive team as the new Administrative Services Director.
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March 23, 2022
City of Murrieta Receives Distinguished Budget Presentation Award
The City of Murrieta is proud to be the recipient of the Government Finance Officer Association’s (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Presentation award for its biennial budget document. This award represents a significant achievement for the City of Murrieta and its Finance Department. It reflects the commitment of City Council and staff to meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting. 
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March 21, 2022 
Murrieta Fire & Rescue Welcomes Bernard Molloy II as New Fire Chief 
The City of Murrieta and Murrieta Fire & Rescue are pleased to announce Bernard Molloy II as the department’s new Fire Chief. Chief Molloy will be the 10th chief in Murrieta Fire & Rescue’s 75-year history. Chief Molloy was officially appointed on Monday, March 21, 2022.
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March 16, 2022
New Shop Local Incentive Program with Bonus Gift Card Offer Coming to Murrieta 
The City of Murrieta is proud to implement an exciting shop local small business incentive program to support the Murrieta community and help local businesses overcome some of the challenges they faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. The program is expected to launch in the summer of 2022 and is slated to last until the end of 2026.
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March 14, 2022 
Murrieta Receives Federal Funding for Two Projects Providing Regional Impact 
On March 12, 2022, federal funding was approved as part of the Fiscal Year 2022 Appropriations bill, bringing $1.1 million to Western Riverside County to fund homeless prevention efforts and emergency preparedness. The City’s regional homeless services will receive $500,000 and an additional $600,000 was allocated for emergency operations equipment at Loma Linda University Medical Center Murrieta. The funds are the result of Community Project Funding requests supported by the 42nd Congressional District.
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January 20, 2022 
City of Murrieta and Murrieta/Wildomar Chamber of Commerce Partner to Celebrate Restaurant Week and the Importance of Local Restaurants
From January 23 – 30, the City of Murrieta and the Murrieta/Wildomar Chamber of Commerce are partnering to bring Restaurant Week 2022 to town. With hundreds of dollars in local restaurant gift cards being given away during the event, this is the perfect time to discover new dining spots and support your all-time favorites. Murrieta Restaurant Week aims to support local eateries with community outreach, bring awareness to the important role these businesses play in Murrieta’s economy, and to introduce residents to new options for dining local. 
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January 5, 2022
Murrieta Fire & Rescue Secures New Firefighting Water Tender Thanks to Measure T Funds
In October 2021, Murrieta Fire & Rescue took delivery of a new water tender, which greatly increases firefighting capabilities during local wildfires and remote structure fires. The new tactical water tender is a mobile water source for fighting fires. Since arriving in Murrieta, the department has outfitted the new apparatus with the tools, equipment, communications gear, and electronics necessary for the new water tender to be fully operational. In-service training for all fire suppression personnel, a critical element in order to put the equipment into service, has been completed and in late December the new apparatus officially went into service.   
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October 25, 2021 
The City of Murrieta Now Accepting Applications for 2022/2023 CBDG Cycle: Nonprofits Serving Murrieta Residents Encouraged to Apply
The CDBG program is a federally funded program that awards grants to local governments to develop viable communities by providing decent housing, suitable living environments, programs, and expanding economic opportunities, principally for persons of low- and moderate-income. 
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September 22, 2021 
The City of Murrieta Announces Application Period for District 5 City Council Seat
On September 27, 2021, the City of Murrieta will begin accepting applications for an upcoming City Council vacancy in Murrieta’s fifth district. Mayor Scott Vinton recently submitted his formal resignation from his role on the Murrieta City Council and at the September 21, 2021 City Council meeting the Council voted to fill the vacancy through an appointment process. 
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September 8, 2021
City of Murrieta Pays Tribute to 20th Anniversary of September 11 
The City of Murrieta invites the community to join together and remember an important date in our nation’s history. On Saturday, September 11, 2021, the City will mark the 20^th anniversary of the four coordinated terrorist attacks and pay respects to those who perished on that fateful day in two observance ceremonies. All events take place at Murrieta’s Town Square Park, which is located between City Hall and the Murrieta Public Library. The public is encouraged to attend and reflect on the occasion. The events are open to the public and free of charge. 
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August 27, 2021 
City of Murrieta Celebrates 30^th Anniversary of Incorporation with Birthday Bash
The City of Murrieta will celebrate the 30^th anniversary of its incorporation with a birthday bash on Saturday, September 4, from 2 p.m. until just after 9 p.m. The free event features family-friendly activities, a scooter demonstration, firefighter hose down, and live music. The day culminates with a bang during 20-minute fireworks show at 9 p.m. The fun takes place at Murrieta’s California Oaks Sports Park (40600 California Oaks Road). 
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