The Yucca Valley Town Council approved several funding and cultural measures to benefit the town.
The Yucca Valley Town Council passed increased funding measures for the California Welcome Center and the San Bernardino County Transit Authority Council of Governments. The contract was also awarded for the Town-Wide Slurry/Cape Seal Project; construction will begin in May, to be finished by August when the school year begins.
The council approved a measure that will allow the county to provide vector control services in Yucca Valley. Program Coordinator Frank Becerra spoke about the work done by the San Bernardino Mosquito and Vector Control Program, including monitoring breeding grounds, testing for viruses, and providing community education. The program responds to constituent complaints within two business days and will begin serving Yucca Valley this spring.
Recreational Supervisor Clayton Rardon presented the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Commission’s selection of local art pieces to wrap six utility boxes in Yucca Valley. Part of the town’s Art in Daily Lives program, this initiative aims to incorporate public art within the community. The council approved the recommendation, and the art will be installed by early April.
Bill Villarino, the new Assistant Chief for San Bernardino County Fire, was introduced by outgoing Assistant Chief Scott Tuttle. A Yucca Valley resident, Chief Tuttle has served the county since 1994 and is set to retire at the end of the month. Mayor Lombardo presented him with a plaque in thank you for his service to the town.“…in recognition of his exceptional service to the Morongo Basin, with sincere appreciation for his dedication, commitment, and professionalism. Thank you for your immeasurable contribution to the Basin and for making Yucca Valley a safer place to live, work, and play.”
