tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post9060725059453829635..comments2024-03-08T13:49:02.231-08:00Comments on Menifee 24/7: What Do You Want The New City To Do?Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04404091189792961642noreply@blogger.comBlogger45125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-29302764705650949242010-10-22T11:39:54.782-07:002010-10-22T11:39:54.782-07:00i would like some bus stops that go bye menifee rd...i would like some bus stops that go bye menifee rd and scottAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-15217858029074031982008-06-12T21:06:00.000-07:002008-06-12T21:06:00.000-07:00I would like to know how the new city leaders will...I would like to know how the new city leaders will deal with Peak Oil. If we don't plan for that the rest won't matter, this new city will be a ghost town.....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-64578942569553283602008-06-12T19:23:00.000-07:002008-06-12T19:23:00.000-07:00I agree to fix the eye sore between Murrieta Rd & ...I agree to fix the eye sore between Murrieta Rd & the 215.. It is really run down and dirty looking. I would also like to see a police force. Clean up the graffiti..it seems this goes on every nite they hit somewhere else...I'm excited and optimistic for our City's future.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-5523670046649000802008-06-12T15:26:00.000-07:002008-06-12T15:26:00.000-07:00Guess I don't understand how we're supposed to 'ge...Guess I don't understand how we're supposed to 'get involved in the formation'; unless its to attend the meetings and then look for chances to volunteer. Is this what the last commentor meant? If not, don't know what you mean. One thing for certain, the new council will be scrutinized for every thing they do and say; but lets try to stay positive and provide support for them to get our new city off to a GOOD AND REPUTABLE start. I most of all don't want it to become, nor to be seen, as another Murrieta Council, known for its shady dealings and infighting. BTW.. Its also citihood and not the city 'hood'.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-51298876787927246772008-06-11T21:25:00.000-07:002008-06-11T21:25:00.000-07:00I just read this whole page of comments both for -...I just read this whole page of comments both for - against and nuetral about the "city hood": but not a single request asking how to get involved in the formation!!!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-40718893334651281822008-06-10T23:52:00.000-07:002008-06-10T23:52:00.000-07:00LOL @ strip joints along Newport! I think it woul...LOL @ strip joints along Newport! I think it would be a great start for the City council members to designate their district boundaries and we have meetings with our district council member, to decide what is important to us. Those who do not listen or follow through will be through.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-58992018801547355792008-06-10T09:39:00.000-07:002008-06-10T09:39:00.000-07:00The best thing our new city council can do is star...The best thing our new city council can do is start out by being open and honest with the community; posting WHERE and WHEN council meetings are going to be held and making the residents feel welcome and appreciated; giving us an opportunity to really get to know our new council. We are looking forward to the first council meeting and hope it all starts with good vibes which will certainly be a great start. Does anyone know when the first meeting will be or where it will be?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-26546067646239339952008-06-10T08:25:00.000-07:002008-06-10T08:25:00.000-07:00What about animal control issues? As it is right ...What about animal control issues? As it is right now we have to go all the way to San Jacinto for a shelter location if an animal is picked up or you are trying to adopt. Will we now be responsible for what the county has been doing (or should I say, not doing)?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-59426262426987654552008-06-09T17:37:00.000-07:002008-06-09T17:37:00.000-07:00To the question about taxes: My understanding is t...To the question about taxes: My understanding is that taxes don't go up unless they are raised specifically by a vote of the community. Keep in mind, taxes take many forms. Bond measures have been a consistent feature in recent elections since I've lived in CA, but what a bond measure is is really a tax that usually is specifically earmarked for some specific purpose or cause. I usually vote 'no' on bond measures just as a rule.<BR/>The difference is now our taxes will be staying local to help local infrastructure instead of being sent to the county and used by the county (ie - not necessarily used locally). We will have more control over what our taxes are used for, and more control over who controls our community.<BR/>The thing we have to do to make this work is stay INFORMED and VOTE. By "informed" I mean be knowledgeable, factual and evident. Hearsay, gossip and propaganda are what seems to pass for "informed" these days, especially if you get your news from the mainstream media. Politicians need to be held accountable, and that includes local city counsel members as well. Some more than others.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-45405707137743811082008-06-09T15:33:00.000-07:002008-06-09T15:33:00.000-07:00Could someone please tell me how becoming a city a...Could someone please tell me how becoming a city affects our taxes. Do they stay the same or is there going to be an increase with all the new changes?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-19725952860722981612008-06-09T14:52:00.000-07:002008-06-09T14:52:00.000-07:00I personally love that License Plate holder "Menif...I personally love that License Plate holder "Menifee,Town of a Lifetime". I was around when they came up with that idea (1989 or 1990)and to me it means that Menifee can be a place of new beginnings (new young families)and a place to settle into your Golden Years and everything in between(which is where I fall). I have lived here 18 years and have always been proud of our community and have donated thousands of volunteer hours to give back to my "Town of a Lifetime". Change is good, and with the new Cityhood, maybe it is a good time to start a new fresh moto. We have a lot to look forward to, so stay positive and hopeful fellow Menifee residents!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-26085021366807174592008-06-09T12:23:00.000-07:002008-06-09T12:23:00.000-07:00I got an idea how about all you negative/ resist c...I got an idea how about all you negative/ resist change people get a clue. Yes we wanted to be outside the big city but do you really think that this p;ace would survive without growth. Please show me where it says taxes go up. You guys can't tell me that. I will shop a lot in the city of Menifee so I will pay taxes that way. Please stop being sore losers. The vote was casted and counted. Next thing you know you will say I was disenfranchised so lets vote again. Just stop already. Yeah for the new city of Menifee.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-65646112625599766072008-06-09T11:39:00.000-07:002008-06-09T11:39:00.000-07:00what's our new bumper-sticker to celebrate our new...what's our new bumper-sticker to celebrate our new city going to be? I really hope its not going to be the TIRED, WORN OUT "Menifee town of a lifetime" that's been overkill. Suppose it could be a contest to decide our new Logo and 'cliche'?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-81325680535425469032008-06-09T11:16:00.000-07:002008-06-09T11:16:00.000-07:00To Anonymous at 8:45 on June 9th,If you think law ...To Anonymous at 8:45 on June 9th,<BR/><BR/>If you think law enforcement isn't going to improve with incorporation, you don't understand how contracts work with the sheriff's department. And no, increased services aren't going to require increased taxes.<BR/><BR/>Basically, as an unincorporated area, the sheriff's department only has to provide minimal services. While these services are paid for with our tax dollars, we aren't currently receiving the level of service we should be receiving in comparison to the taxes we are paying.<BR/><BR/>With cityhood comes the ability to contract for services, rather than settle for what the sheriff's department provides us. This means that if the city wants 10 deputies, 2 sergeants and a lieutenant on duty within the city limits during a specific time of day, we can get that.<BR/><BR/>And again, while i'll concede that there will be more development to bring in more tax dollars, cityhood does NOT mean increased taxes for its citizens. It DOES mean we are going to be able to control where our tax dollars are used rather than going into a county general fund. It also means we will see improvements in law enforcement services.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-10708744273913388342008-06-09T10:08:00.000-07:002008-06-09T10:08:00.000-07:00To the above poster.Do you know how much of your t...To the above poster.<BR/><BR/>Do you know how much of your tax dollar currently goes to the county and doesn't come back to Menifee? I bet you don't.<BR/><BR/>Stop crying wolf unless you have some strong financial evidence to share. I'm not convinced you know what you're talking about and your negative attitude does nobody any good.<BR/><BR/>It sounds like you're a quality citizen that cares about our community. Please use your ideas and willingness to help to motivate others to build a community we can be proud to call our own.<BR/><BR/>Will there be more commercial development? Yes, it seems that's what the voting community wants.<BR/><BR/>This is how life works... things are one way and then they start to change. Change is the one thing you can always count on.<BR/><BR/>For most of us, we wanted and are excited for this change in our town. Perhaps, if you don't like or can't handle it, you should be the one to leave.<BR/><BR/>You want more dirt? GO LIVE IN IT, there's plenty out there.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-66444230666991862392008-06-09T08:45:00.000-07:002008-06-09T08:45:00.000-07:00For all who wanted cityhood, congratulations. As f...For all who wanted cityhood, congratulations. As for me, I have stated from the start, you want a city, MOVE TO THE CITY, plenty to choose from around here.<BR/><BR/>We moved here 8 years ago, to continue our country living lifestyle as we have always had, now we have enjoyed that lifestyle here in California.<BR/><BR/>This new city has no REAL tax base, and the only way this city will survive is with incresed development(for more taxes) and an increase in taxes. Development will bring more people, crime, and crowding.<BR/><BR/>We will continue to contract with Riverside County Sheriff(RCSD), so no improvement there,(yes even a big city like Temecula contracts with Riverside County Sheriff) and how long have they been incorporated and still do not have funds for their own police dept. RCSD do okay, but are totally inadequate for our area here. Respone times are poor, if they should respond at all. Fire protection will remain the same.<BR/><BR/>Water rates from EMWD will increase, we are now a city not a rural area which is how we have been charged.<BR/><BR/>What happens to Riverside Code Enforcement and Graffiti busters from the county? Will the new city be taking these over?<BR/><BR/>I do volunteer in my community, I do clean up and report graffiti, clean up my neighborhood, fix potholes, erect signposts (that have fallen, been crashed in to, etc.) Will the city be helping me with this? I know the county doesn't(except graffiti).<BR/><BR/>AND finally, stop asking me to limit my water usage, when the county, city, whoever, finally restrict any more development, that will only require more water, I will restrict my use( I don't waste water anyway). But of course that is not going to happen, because that would limit the tax base this new city will need.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-28876042888698032332008-06-09T07:59:00.000-07:002008-06-09T07:59:00.000-07:00I would like a movie theater here in the city and ...I would like a movie theater here in the city and anything that resembles Victoria gardens, The Grove or the new Americana.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-59174227877619832472008-06-08T21:59:00.000-07:002008-06-08T21:59:00.000-07:00i would like to see something tried here. It has a...i would like to see something tried here. It has always discusted me that people will move into an area, sign a disclosure,informing them of say an airport (etc) and then after they move in sue to shut it down,"because its too noisey"etc. I would like to see this fraud prohibited!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-61663967934739133682008-06-08T19:27:00.001-07:002008-06-08T19:27:00.001-07:00Let's stick with and follow on with the western th...Let's stick with and follow on with the western theme our new marketplace seems to be taking. This should keep everybody happy...the ranchers, the riders and just us folks who like the 'out west' theme.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-18648300748769133332008-06-08T19:27:00.000-07:002008-06-08T19:27:00.000-07:00How about Newport Blvd lined with high class bars ...How about Newport Blvd lined with high class bars and strip clubs.......that would put us on the map! Maybe a pawn shop or two in the Sun City Core area? LOL<BR/><BR/>When people think of Menifee they think FUN FUN FUN!!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-74406599052655129872008-06-08T17:33:00.000-07:002008-06-08T17:33:00.000-07:00What I would like to see are the people that we ju...What I would like to see are the people that we just elected have some sort of "town hall" meeting and ask US what we would like to see happen for our city. Maybe that can happen in the near future so we don't feel like we wasted our votes on people who are not willing to listen.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-19560028281317320182008-06-08T16:53:00.000-07:002008-06-08T16:53:00.000-07:00I posted yesterday just agreeing with another post...I posted yesterday just agreeing with another poster, now I'll say my wish list.<BR/><BR/>1.- Widening the 215 (At least a 3 laner both ways, we don't need a 12 laner either)<BR/><BR/>2.- Adding shopping and entertainment venues (Shopping coming along well) so just add a nice theater and some parks.<BR/><BR/>3.-Adding hiking, horse trails. This will automatically adress the open spaces and PRESERVE some of the open space and rural setting. We can stay ruralish and still be clean and neat.<BR/><BR/>4.- Adding a Police force, security, antigraffity (This alone requires major infrastructure)but as we grow we'll need this in place.<BR/><BR/>SunCityTony.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-70463682922235314272008-06-08T13:21:00.000-07:002008-06-08T13:21:00.000-07:00I would like the canidates for the city council to...I would like the canidates for the city council to take down there political advertisement signs. The elections are over. That will be a start in cleaning up our city.<BR/> Thank youAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-65449761825037553212008-06-08T10:15:00.000-07:002008-06-08T10:15:00.000-07:00I have lived in Sun City/Menifee since 1993 and ha...I have lived in Sun City/Menifee since 1993 and have seen many changes; some good and some bad. I am happy for the cityhood. I am excited about the new Countryside Marketplace center and what it will bring to our community. The revenue from it will now stay here instead of going to Riverside for dispursement. We will now not have to go to Murrieta, Temecula, or Lake Elsinore to shop. Many of those stores will now be here. If we can only get a theater we won't have to travel to one of those cities at all. Perhaps with the revenue we can eliminate graffiti (we don't live in a slum) and create more parks; a sports park here would be great; bike paths; horse trails; and a dog park. I am excited and optimistic for our city's future.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5181366.post-34259079519356908302008-06-07T20:23:00.000-07:002008-06-07T20:23:00.000-07:00There's a beautiful new facility over at heritage ...There's a beautiful new facility over at heritage high school, a brand new stadium, with turf, all-weather track and seating for close to 5k. People talk about building a city, no better way than to sit in the stands on a friday night - look at the temecula and murrieta schools at a home football/basketball game, school pride is infectious, no reason we can't do the same here with heritage and paloma. The only sad part is that don't play each other yet in football...hopefully that will change in the next few years and they can play for menifee city bragging rights every year.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com