A Message from the Mayor

Welcome back to another edition of What's New Eastvale?

I can't believe it's already June!

In the last month we wrapped up our third annual International Food Festival, attended MTM's 5k Scholarship Run, released a new episode of the podcast, and announced several new businesses.

In the month of June I hope you'll visit our upcoming Town Hall on June 5, check out our merch collection, and take advantage of the amazing programs we have to offer!

Mayor Christian Dinco

Meet with the Mayor Traveling Town Hall

Join Mayor Christian Dinco for his Traveling Town Hall – Meet with the Mayor series!

Throughout 2024, Mayor Dinco is visiting each district in Eastvale to enhance accessibility to residents, and to create a space where residents can ask questions on issues important to them.

He already hosted events in Districts 2 and 4, but his next Traveling Town Halls will be:

• District 5 - June 5 | Rondo Discovery Elementary School
• District 3 - August 7 | TBD
• District 1 - October 2 | TBD

We hope to see you there!

Join LifeStream for a Blood Drive

Join us at Eastvale City Hall on June 20, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. as LifeStream Blood Bank hosts another blood drive. Schedule your appointment by calling 800-TRY GIVING or visiting lstream.org and help make a difference!

Downtown Eastvale and Civic Center Update

You may have seen some construction taking place at the 158.6-acre plot formerly known as the Leal Property located on the northwest corner of Limonite and Hamner Avenue. The current construction is taking place on a section of the property that is privately-owned and operated by The New Home Company (TNHC), a private home builder. 

TNHC is building up to 2,500 homes in accordance with the City’s Housing Element, approved and certified in 2022 to satisfy the state-mandated Regional Housing Needs Allocation. Phase one of this private project will bring 438 market-rate, for-sale homes to Eastvale and is expected to be completed in 2025. 

The City is also acquiring land from the TNHC to serve as the site of our new civic center. This city-driven project includes a new city hall, police station, library and innovation center, civic park, and plaza. Anticipated completion for this city project is 2027/2028. 

The third project within the Leal Property is anticipated to bring a “lifestyle” center that will be the centerpiece of Downtown Eastvale. The City is working to attract a well-qualified commercial developer to construct restaurants, shops, office space, and a hotel in a high-quality walkable environment. This project is anticipated to begin construction concurrent with the new civic center. 

We will continue to update you as the process continues! Please email info@eastvaleca.gov for additional information. 

Inside the Capitol: Congresswoman Norma Torres

Rise and shine, Eastvale! A new episode of Good Morning Eastvale is on its way!

Tune in June 1 to check out Congresswoman Norma Torres as she talks about growing up in the Inland Empire, her favorite government jobs, and the career path she would have chosen had it not been government!

To check out previous episodes, click the buttons below.

Eastvale Essentials Merchandise Line



Did you know the City of Eastvale has a city merchandise line? Well, we do!

Our collection of must-have items capture the unique charm and character of our beloved city. They are the perfect items to wear to a community event, on game days, or around the community!

City of Eastvale Job Opportunities

Eastvale employees enjoy competitive pay, robust benefit packages, and most importantly, the satisfaction of doing work that helps make Eastvale a great place to live, work, and play.

If you'd like to see a quick video highlighting the Eastvale team and what it looks like, tune in here.

If you'd like to check out opportunities available today, visit this link: City of Eastvale.

International Food Festival

On May 18 and 19 the City welcomed thousands of residents to our third annual International Food Festival!

The festival hosted our local Miss Eastvale Pageant, many cultural performances, a special National Police Week recognition ceremony as well as a fly over, food from around the globe, kids activities, a beer garden, craft vendors, and more!

We would like to give a huge shout-out to our Community Services team for yet another amazing event and thank the many volunteer groups and individuals that volunteered their time to make this possible. We'd also like to thank our City Council for their commitment to community engagement, which makes events like these possible.

To check out a video recapping our event, click here.

Eastvale City Council Approves Updated General Plan

On March 27, 2024 the Eastvale City Council officially approved a comprehensive update to the General Plan, better known as “Eastvale 2040.” The approval of the plan is a key step toward the city’s future development.

The plan was initially adopted in 2012 as a requirement of city incorporation and amongst financial challenges, but the city has since grown in population and is more financially stable. Eastvale 2040 is the city’s first true community-driven General Plan.

The recently adopted plan aims to bring residents, companies, and stakeholders together to realign Eastvale's long-term vision and key principles. It was developed using an inclusive public engagement process, resulting in a shared community vision.

There are many key items included in the plan, but a few highlights include:

• Activation of the Santa Ana Riverfront in Eastvale, particularly through the creation of a "Grand Park" in the city's southwest area.
• The establishment of a dynamic city center serving as a downtown area and a point of convergence that includes restaurants, shops, offices, business support services, parks, libraries, cultural centers, civic uses, and community areas.
• A "multimodal" plan that focuses on alternative modes of transportation that improve circulation and travel efficiency while reducing air pollution and noise.

The plan emphasizes how crucial it is to protect Eastvale’s distinct small-town charm while promoting long-term economic growth for the benefit of coming generations. It also creates the framework for fostering partnerships with community stakeholders to achieve the plan’s vision. Eastvale’s Community Development Director Gustavo Gonzalez, who spearheaded the project, said “Eastvale 2040 marks a significant milestone in our city's journey towards growth and community prosperity. With the approval and implementation of Eastvale 2040, we are not just envisioning a future for Eastvale, but actively shaping it.”

To learn more, please visit our Eastvale 2040 General Plan webpage or watch a quick video highlighting the plan. 

City of Eastvale Seeks Congressional

Funding for Future Civic Center Development

The City of Eastvale is proud to announce the recent submissions of six FY 2024-2025 Congressional Directed Spending and Community Project Funding applications. If approved by Congress, the City of Eastvale will receive federal funds to support projects that enhance the quality of life of Eastvale residents.

Through the annual federal government funding process, Members of Congress can request that spending be directed to specific projects within the districts in which they represent. This process is known as the Congressional Directed Spending (CDS) procedure in the Senate and the Community Project Funding (CPF) request in the House of Representatives. Each year, Senators and Congressmembers encourage state and local government agencies, tribal governments, and nonprofits to submit eligible funding requests for projects that benefit communities. Examples of eligible projects include, but are not limited to, construction of a new health clinic, planning for a flood protection project, renovation of a community center, or purchase of educational supplies.

The City of Eastvale expresses its utmost gratitude to Senator Alex Padilla, Senator Laphonza Butler, Congressman Ken Calvert, and Congresswoman Norma Torres for the opportunity to submit funding requests. Staff submitted the following congressional funding requests for FY 2024-2025:

Project Name | Submitted to | Request Amount

Citrus Reimagined Project | Congressman Calvert | $750,000

Eastvale City Hall | Senator Butler | $8,000,000

Eastvale City Hall | Senator Padilla | $8,000,000

Eastvale Library | Congresswoman Torres | $6,000,000

Eastvale Police Station | Congresswoman Torres | $6,000,000

Eastvale Public Safety Enhancement Program | Congressman Calvert | $550,000

The City of Eastvale extends a special appreciation to Senator Padilla, Senator Butler, Congressman Calvert, and Congresswoman Torres for their invaluable assistance and advocacy in support of these funding requests. Their commitment to our community is truly commendable.

Cassidy's Corner Cafe Officially Opens in Eastvale

We’re so excited to announce that Cassidy’s Corner Café is hosting its grand opening this Saturday, June 1 from 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.!

Cassidy’s Corner Café is known for their handcrafted, homemade fresh bagel bites and sandwiches as well as their one-of-a-kind coffee blends. They can be found at 12548 Schleisman Road, Suite 140, inside of the Hamner Place shopping center.

Let’s get out and show our newest business some love! 

Small Business Economic Injury Disaster Loans

Great news! The Small Business Association is now offering loans available to eligible California Small Businesses in Riverside County that were impacted by heavy storms that occurred back in September of 2023.

If you are a small business in Eastvale that you think might be eligible, please visit SBA.gov/disaster.

Team Eastvale Takes ICSC

Last week Mayor Christian Dinco, Mayor Pro Tem Mike McMinn, Councilmember Todd Rigby, and City staff headed to ICSC to create meaningful connections with business and developers!

Opportunities like these are imperative to building a city we are all proud to call home!

Slice House Set to Join Eastvale this Summer

Slice House will be opening in Eastvale this summer!

The fast casual pizza restaurant by world renowned pizza champion will debut at Cloverdale Marketplace, representing the first Slice House restaurant to open in Riverside County. 

The new restaurant is currently hiring across all positions and is expected to bring more than 40 new full and part-time jobs to the Eastvale community. For more information, visit www.slicehouse.com and follow along on Instagram @SliceHouse and Facebook @EastvaleSliceHouse.