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AGENDA
TEMECULA RACE, EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
41000 MAIN STREET
TEMECULA, CALIFORNIA
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 - 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER: Chair Tiffany Baker
FLAG SALUTE: Commissioner Jackie Steed
ROLL CALL: Baker, Faulkner, Harris, Huerta, Pastorian, Steed, Wilson
PUBLIC COMMENT
A total of 30 minutes is provided for members of the public to address the Race, Equity, Diversity and
Inclusion Commission on items that appear on the Consent Calendar or a matter not listed on the
agenda. Each speaker is limited to three minutes. For all Business items on the agenda, each speaker is
limited to five minutes. Public comments may be made in person at the meeting by submitting a speaker
card to the Secretary or by submitting an email to be read aloud into the record at the meeting by the
Secretary. Email comments must be submitted to erika.ramirez@temeculaca.gov. Email comments on
all matters, including those not on the agenda, must be received prior to the time the item is called for
public comments. Email comments shall be subject to the same rules as would otherwise govern in
person public comments.
CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and all will be enacted by one
roll call vote. There will be no discussion of these items unless members of the Race, Equity, Diversity
and Inclusion Commission request specific items be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate
action.
1. Approve Action Minutes of August 12, 2021
Recommendation: That the Commission approve the action minutes of August 12, 2021.
Attachments: Action Minutes
BUSINESS
2. Receive Update Regarding the City's Workforce Development Programs and Provide
Recommendations Regarding the Same
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Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Agenda September 9, 2021
Commission
Recommendation: That the Commission receive an update on the City's workforce
development programs and provide recommendations regarding the same.
Attachments: Agenda Report
Workforce Development Programs Booklet
3. Consider Opportunities to Host a Multi -Cultural Event in the City of Temecula (At the Request
of Subcommittee Members Mayor Edwards and Mayor Pro Tern Rahn)
Recommendation: That the Commission consider various opportunities to host a
multi -cultural event in the City of Temecula and provide general
recommendations regarding the same.
Attachments: Agenda Report
COMMISSIONER REPORTS
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT
ADJOURNMENT
The next regular meeting of the Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Commission will be held on
Thursday, October 14, 2021, at 6:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers located at 41000 Main Street,
Temecula, California.
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
The full agenda packet (including staff reports and any supplemental material available after the original posting
of the agenda), distributed to a majority of the Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Commission regarding any
item on the agenda, will be available for public viewing in the main reception area of the Temecula Civic Center
during normal business hours at least 72 hours prior to the meeting. The material will also be available on the
City's website at TemeculaCa.gov. and available for review at the respective meeting. If you have questions
regarding any item on the agenda, please contact the City Clerk's Office at (951) 694-6444.
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Item No. 1
ACTION MINUTES
TEMECULA RACE, EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
41000 MAIN STREET
TEMECULA, CALIFORNIA
AUGUST 12, 2021 - 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER at 6:02 PM: Chair Tiffany Baker
FLAG SALUTE: Commissioner Denyse Wilson
ROLL CALL: Baker, Faulkner, Harris, Huerta, Pastorian, Steed (absent), Wilson
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following individual(s) addressed the City Council on non-agendized item(s):
• Rick Reiss • Kenny
• Kathy Sizemore • Jenny Adamo
• Bob Kowell
The following individual(s) submitted an electronic comment on non-agendized item(s):
• Jeff Pack
The following individual(s) addressed the City Council on agendized item(s):
• Julie Madziarezyk (Item 2)
CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless otherwise indicated below, the following pertains to all items on the Consent Calendar.
Approved the Staff Recommendation (6-0, Steed absent): Motion by Pastorian, Second by Huerta. The
vote reflected unanimous approval with Steed absent.
Approve Action Minutes of July 8, 2021
Recommendation:
BUSINESS
That the Commission approve the action minutes of July 8, 2021.
2. Consider Underrepresented Community Populations, Identify Barriers, and Provide General
Recommendations for Enhanced Communication
Recommendation: That the Commission consider various segments of the community that
may be underrepresented, identify potential barriers to full community
participation and access to services and programs, and provide general
recommendations for enhanced communication.
The Commission engaged in a high-level general discussion about various segments of the
community that may be underrepresented, identified potential barriers to full community
participation and access to services and programs, and provided general recommendations for
enhanced communication.
COMMISSIONER REPORTS
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT
ADJOURNMENT
At 8:57 PM, the Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Commission meeting was formally adjourned to
Thursday, September 9, 2021, at 6:00 PM, City Council Chambers, 41000 Main Street, Temecula,
California.
Tiffany Baker, Chair
ATTEST:
Randi Johl, Executive Director
Item No. 2
RACE, EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION COMMISSION
AGENDA REPORT
TO: Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (REDI) Commission
FROM: Erica Russo, Interim Community Services Director
DATE: September 9, 2021
SUBJECT: Receive Update Regarding the City's Workforce Development Programs and
Provide Recommendations Regarding the Same
PREPARED BY: Yvette Martinez, Community Services Manager
RECOMMENDATION: That the Commission receive an update on the City's workforce
development programs and provide recommendations regarding the same.
BACKGROUND: The City of Temecula's Workforce Development programs seek to
benefit youth, young adults, veterans, and individuals with special needs by empowering
individuals to acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes for gainful employment or work
experience in a particular trade or vocation. The City's Workforce Development Programs Booklet
outlines the various programs being offered through Community Services Department. The City
offers robust opportunities including College and Vocational Fair, Future Physician Leaders,
Global Citizens, Internship/Fellowship, Junior Women's STEM, Leadership Academy, Medical
Scribe, Summer Legal Scholars, Youth Entrepreneur, Youth Innovators and more. The City's
Workforce Development programs offer something for everyone.
The Workforce and Education Development Administrator, Charles Walker, works closely with
Community Services Manager Yvette Martinez and the Inclusion Services team to ensure equal
access and participation in City programs and services while offering opportunities tailored to meet
the unique needs of all abilities. The City partners with several private and public sector
organizations to ensure that students have access to top notch expert guidance and mentorship.
Workforce and Education Development programs keep Temecula youth civically engaged,
educated, healthy, and employed.
FISCAL IMPACT: None
ATTACHMENTS: Workforce Development Programs Booklet
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Future Physician Leaders..................................................................... 9
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Intern Appreciation Luncheon..........................................................35
Internship / Fellowship........................................................................19
Junior Women's STEM.......................................................................21
LeadershipAcademy............................................................................25
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Summer Foods Service........................................................................31
Summer Legal Scholars......................................................................33
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Young Women's Career Conference.............................................39
YouthEntrepreneur.............................................................................. 41
YouthInnovators...................................................................................45
The city contacts over 600 institutions to
ensure that students are exposed to a
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In late September, the City of Temecula hosts its annual
College and Vocational Fair at the Temecula Promenade
Mall. Over 50,000 high school students are provided the
opportunity to speak with college representatives from a
variety of higher education options, including: four-year
colleges, universities, community colleges, vocational
schools, and military institutions.
The College and Vocational Fair is the second busiest day
for the Promenade Mall behind Black Friday in
November. This event generates a copious amount of
revenue for the Promenade Mall, which in turn helps the
Temecula economy continue to thrive. We strive to bring
together a diverse array of higher education options to
give students a chance to explore the many avenues
available to them, at a local, national, and global scale.
"Every year, this event attracts over
240 colleges, vocational schools, and
military institutions."
"These schools are some of the
highest ranked universities and
colleges in the U.S. and they eagerly
come to Temecula to promote their
prestigious college programs to our
students."
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The City of Temecula works with the Temecula Valley
Unified School District, as well as school districts in the
surrounding region, to ensure all high school students
are informed of this eye-opening opportunity. Advertising
of the event is conducted on the part of the Promenade
Mall, Channel 3, city and school district websites, school
emails, and on the electronic advertising screen off the 215
freeway in Temecula. Each year, it is estimated that over
10,000 high school students attend the event.
The city contacts over 600 institutions to ensure that
students are exposed to a variety of paths to higher
learning, both nationally and globally. The fair now has
over 240 schools and organizations participating at the
event.
All nine University of California schools are present, as
well as ten of the Cal State Schools; such as CSU Cal Poly
Pomona, San Diego State University, and CSU Chico.
Also in attendance are the eight Ivy League schools,
including Harvard University, Columbia University,
Dartmouth College, and Brown University. These
schools are some of highest ranked universities and
colleges in the U.S. and they eagerly come to Temecula
to promote their prestigious college programs to our
students. The event also attracts foreign schools,
such as the University of East London, the
University of Edinburgh, and the Swiss Education
Group.
The City wants students to be aware of college
opportunities, and be prepared to apply. College
Preparation businesses, vendors, and scholarship
organizations, also provide programs and important
information to students and parents that will benefit
them during their college application process.
Military representatives from numerous branches
including the United States Marine Corps, the
United States Army, the United States Navy, and the
United States Air Force Reserves are present at the event.
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Prestigious military academies are also available. The
United States Air Force Academy, the United States Coast
Guard Academy, the United States Naval Academy, and
the United States Military Academy, also known as West
Point.
High school students can speak with representatives from
the Temecula Fire Department and the Sheriffs
Department if they wish to look for a vocational career in
the region.
Other vocational institutions including: carpentry,
cosmetics, hair styling, nursing, truck driving, and
welding, are available to individuals who would like to
enter the workforce right away. Students can speak
with representatives from Paul Mitchell beauty
school, Southwest Carpenters in construction, and
the Fab school, which provides programs in
fabrications and welding.
The City of Temecula's Mayor and the City Clerk have
their own separate booths where they provide important
information about available resources in the City of
Temecula. Riverside County District 3 Supervisor Chuck
Washington has two booths; one for his general office
and another for his workforce development team, which
specializes in creating programs to increase work rates
among his district's residents.
The College and Vocational Fair has expanded and
improved so much since its inception that the fair now
takes up the entirety of the upper level of the mall, as well
as parts of the lower level.
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Once the College and Vocational Fair ends, Temecula's
famous wine reception takes place on the patio in front
of the Mall Management Office. At the wine reception,
the Temecula Mayor provides a speech on the
importance of the College and Vocational Fair, explaining
how it enables students to have an opportunity to speak
face-to-face with a representative from either a college
or a vocational organization. While not every
individual will attend college, everyone should have a
career path in whatever interests them.
At the end of each College and Vocational Fair, the City of
Temecula conducts an evaluation survey among
our college and vocational representatives to ensure
that our event continues to improve.
Representatives are provided with surveys where they are
asked to rate the event on a 1-10 system, with 1 being
poor and 10 being excellent. They rate numerous
aspects of the fair, categories consists of communication,
organization, directions, assistance of the staff, and
preparedness of students. In previous years, the event
received and average score of 9.43 out of 10.
"...it enables every student to have an
opportunity to speak face-to-face with
a representative from either a college
or a vocational organization."
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Every year, the biggest compliment to the fair is based
on the great coordination and professionalism of the
event. One of the representatives from the Los Angeles
College of Music stated that, "you (City of Temecula)
made it so easy for us, I was so impressed. Rockstar
Service". Another admissions officer from the Ivy
League school, Columbia University, stated that their,
"representative was incredibly impressed with the
logistics and attendance" of the college fair.
The City of Temecula expects the
fair to continue growing to over
240 colleges and institutions and
more than 10,000 students
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The Future Physician Leaders program (FPL) is a long-
term mentorship program for local prospective medical
students who are avid in fulfilling a mission of service to
the community. Founded in 2009 by current
Congressman Raul Ruiz, MD, this program strives to
expose participants to various tracks in medicine, from
general practice, to research, to education. This mission
is achieved through community -based collaboration
between the City of Temecula, UC Riverside
School of Medicine, and Temecula Valley Hospital.
This seven -week summer program allows high school and
college students to participate in three different
components: The Leadership Lecture Series, Community
Service & Research Project, and Physician Shadowing
Rotations.
The Leadership Lecture Series component is
a combination of lectures, workshops, and
group discussions which bring students, physicians,
nurses, and other healthcare professionals together.
Students listen to the physicians discuss their
specialties in medicine, with an emphasis in:
family/sports medicine, cardiology, neuroscience,
pediatrics, epidemiology, or plastic surgery. Other
topics, such as MCAT prep, medical school,
residency life, international volunteer work,
and qualitative and quantitative methods of
research are discussed. This program presents its
participants with a vast array of medical fields to
help them decide which field of medicine they are
most interested in pursuing for their future career.
The City of Temecula also brings a variety of specialized
and experienced doctors who come from the Temecula
Valley region and have a passion not only for their
discipline, but also for helping and inspiring pre-med
students. Below are some examples of the generous and
gracious doctors that the City of Temecula has assembled
for our students.
Dr. Jerry Hizon, MD is a Family Medicine & Primary
Care Sports Medicine Physician. He has served as a
medical team physician for the San Diego Chargers. He
has also served as the sideline Physician for the Super
Bowl in 2003, and worked as the medical team
physician for the NFL Pro Bowl. The Future
Physician Leaders program is coordinated with Dr.
Hizon as part of its advisory committee.
Dr. John Locke, MD is an orthopedic surgeon and is
board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic
Surgery. He completed 20 years in military medicine
with the United States Navy. He has a special interest in
minimally invasive techniques and accelerated
rehabilitation. He also has a subspecialty certification in
arthroscopy and sports medicine through UC San Diego.
Dr. Robin Abdelmalik, MD FACC (Fellow of the
American College of Cardiology) is a cardiologist and is
board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular
Disease, and Nuclear Cardiology. Dr. Abdelmalik is also a
volunteer faculty member of the University of California,
Riverside School of Medicine. Dr. Abdelmalik has a
special interest in cardiac imaging and preventive
cardiology including cholesterol, high blood pressure, and
weight loss management.
Dr. Amy Bremner is a breast -dedicated surgeon trained in
the latest surgical techniques, including oncoplasty. Dr.
Bremner is certified by the Society of Surgical Oncology
and is the lead surgeon at Breastlink Temecula Valley.
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Dr. Kendrick Davis is the Associate Dean for Assessment
and Evaluation at the UC Riverside School of Medicine.
He is responsible for monitoring and assessing UC
Riverside's School of Medicine institutional learning
objectives and quality improvement activities for the
medical education program.
Dr. Salomeh Wagaw, MPH (Masters in Public Health) is
an epidemiologist at the County of Riverside's
Department of Public Health.
Dr. James Chao, MD FACS (Fellow of the American
College of Surgeons) is a Professor of Surgery in the
Division of Plastic Surgery at UC San Diego, and has his
private practice at Oasis MD. Dr. Chao is a trained hand
and microvascular surgeon who specializes in cosmetic
and reconstructive surgery of the hands and breasts, as
well as the development of new technologies in his field.
The Community Service and Research Project aspect
of the program exposes students to community service
and provides them with the opportunity to work on
improving healthcare access and the health of the
community. Participants are divided into teams to
conduct research on a specific health issue of their
choice, presenting their findings at the end of the
program. The participants attend weekly workshops
where they learn service leadership and how to develop a
community health project. Each team is required to
create a report and poster for their project, enhancing
their ability to communicate information to audiences,
as well as demonstrating their technological skills using
various formatting tools.
The purpose of the Community Service and Research
Project is to improve healthcare and health education
access to residents of the Temecula Region. Groups in the
past have researched important issues such as:
the potential effects of using electronic cigarettes among
youth, research guidance and health education on
breast cancer, the environmental impact of exercise
and behavioral lifestyle in relation to heart disease,
as well as health education and awareness of mental
health disorders. The FPL Coordinators, and Dr.
Hizon, review the projects to ensure they meet the
requirements and standard of the program. Through the
Community Service and Research Project, students gain
research experience and learn which quantitative and
qualitative methods work best for their chosen
topics. Participants are also able to learn about the
potential health risks that may exist within the
community are encouraged to find realistic and
tangible solutions.
Previously, one group conducted its research on health
education of breast cancer. The students started by
gathering as much data as possible from local breast
cancer patients regarding their knowledge of available
breast cancer resources. This group of students realized
that, while there was an assortment of available resources,
such as Breastlink and the Regional Cancer Services Task
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Force, members of the public had a difficult time
accessing information on these life -changing
organizations. In response to this, the group
worked in conjunction with Dr. Bremner from
Breastlink and the Regional Cancer Services Task
Force to create a fully functional website that
detailed the numerous resources that allows the
City to have a better understanding how to help
this population within its community. This project
not only bettered these students by
enlightening them on the fundamentals of
medical research, but also bettered the City by
creating lasting and tangible improvements in its
outreach and information systems for health resources.
At the end of the program, the top projects at
each Future Physician Leaders site (Riverside,
Temecula, and Coachella Valley) are chosen to go
to the UCR Palm Desert Center to present their
projects to the U.S. House of Representative of
California's 36th District, Raul Ruiz. There,
participants are able to learn about the various
Community Service and Research Projects conducted
by their program counter parts in the other FPL
and hopefully return energized to bring these
and findings back to the City.
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participants shadow various doctors at the Temecula
Valley Hospital and experience doctor -patient
interactions. These participants are given the
opportunity to develop a mentoring relationship with
the physician, inspiring the students to do similar work.
Before the students can shadow, they must pass a
background check and provide valid
documentation indicating that they have received the
essential vaccines required to work in a hospital. Some
of the doctors the students can shadow include Dr.
Hizon and Dr. Abdelmalik.
The Future Physician Leaders program also provides
certified CPR training instructed by Fire Captain Matt
Hayes, at the Temecula Fire Station. Participants
learn the proper life-saving emergency procedure
often used on individuals suffering cardiac arrest or
drowning. The students work with medical
dummies and authentic respirators to learn the
proper technique to use on infants. Upon
completion of the program, participants receive a
certificate indicating that they are CPR Certified.
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GLOBAL CITIZENS
The City of Temecula encourages job growth for all
individuals within the community. Through its annual
Global Citizens programs, the City aims to increase
employment opportunities for special needs individuals
through three specialized programs: the Summer
Teen Program, the Viticulture/Hospitality Vocational
Training Program, and the Intergenerational
Horticulture Program. These Global Citizens Programs
are interactive, fun, and aim to equip students
with the skills needed to achieve independence through
meaningful work, recreation, and community involvement.
The Global Citizens Summer Teen Program is a bi-weekly
event conducted in July at the Mary Phillips Senior
Center by the Temecula Community Service
Department. Classes include training in Microsoft
Office applications, communication, time management,
and organization. The participants in the Teen Summer
Program are between the ages of 14-18 years old and gain
important vocational job skills through resume writing,
interview techniques, mock interviews, and job shadowing.
The goal is to provide skills to help these students become
successfully independent and ready to enter the workforce.
In the Viticulture/Hospitality Program, the Community
Services Department, in partnership with the Spero
Vineyards, have designed a viticulture training
program for young adults with special needs. In this
program, students perform their field experience for the
Fall Session at Spero Vineyards, which includes:
harvesting, cutting, pruning, sorting, and cleaning grapes.
Having knowledge on viticulture is a relevant skill,
especially in Temecula Wine Country where jobs are
plentiful in the winery industry. At the Spero Vineyard,
students learn how to work a harvest, and how to
sustain themselves with a bountiful and nutritous
garden.
Students exit the program with a certificate in customer
service, a food handler's card, knowledge in viticulture,
and teamwork skills that will prepare them for a job.
Through the Global Citizens Viticulture/Hospitality
Program training, the students gain important knowledge
and skills that not only protect the public and themselves
from illness, but also prepare them to enter the job market
and take advantage of the thousands of job
opportunities available within the food service industry.
The Community Services Department also conducts the
Intergenerational Horticulture Program at the Mary
Phillips Senior Center. This program pairs special
needs individuals with senior citizens as they learn
about the science and art of growing plants.
Retired TCSD Commissioner Jack Henz generously
donates his time to help the participants as they learn about
horticulture. Many participants in the program
characterized their learning experience as meaningful and
enriching, especially when combined with the relationships
they were able to cultivate with one another.
These programs launched in 2014 and have earned
great reviews from the participants. With this program,
the City aims to raise the employment rate of
individuals with special needs and give them the tools
and experience they need to succeed.
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EMPLOYEES, AND SUMMER
PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS.
INTERN APPRECIATION
LUNCHEON
The Mayor's Intern Appreciation Luncheon takes place
once a year at the Temecula Conference Center.
Participants from the Summer Legal Scholars, the Future
Physician Leaders, the Leadership Academy, the Youth
Entrepreneurs, the Global Citizens, the Medical Scribe,
and the Internship Program are invited to attend the
Mayor's Luncheon.
Individuals who attend the luncheon are treated to a free
lunch, which includes pasta, salad, breadsticks, and
cookies from a local Temecula eatery.
For the Mayor's Intern Appreciation Luncheon, the City
proudly garners a number of past interns to act as guest
speakers at the event. Numerous interns pursue
meaningful careers after their internships have ended, in
local government and beyond.
These past interns describe their experiences at the City
and explain how their time interning was a
quintessential step to becoming who they are today. Past
intern speakers, such as Temecula City Manager Aaron
Adams, Red Bull Student Brand Manager Emmett Keith
Jones, Economic and Community Development
Technician of San Bernardino County Richard Vaughn,
and City of Menifee Economic Development Analyst
Kayla Charters, have attested to the advantages in
personal and professional development they gained from
interning at the City of Temecula.
City Manager Aaron Adams describes how he started his
current career in city government here in Temecula, and
how it is an honor to be able to run the city that helped
guide him to his career.
The intern coordinators who help to spearhead the
various city youth programs speak to the audience about
what an amazing experience it is to run these programs.
They describe how bringing these programs to life
require a large amount of time and work to
ensure each program is of the highest
quality. The interns also account on how their
internships at City Hall greatly improve their
organizational, professional, and program management
skills.
At previous events, the Mayor and council members have
spoken about the importance of internships and
celebrated the City of Temecula having one of the largest
internship programs in the State of California. The City is
proud to state that no other city in the region has a
similar internship program.
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Every single one of these interns
will walk away as a hard working
individual when they pursue their
future careers.
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2017 Attendees were also treated
with a presentation by best-
selling author and public speaker
Mawi Asgedom, who has spoken
to over 1,000,000 students in moi
than forty states about achieving
one's goals and dreams.
City of Temecula interns are not only able to network
and perform administrative tasks, but can also run
large and beneficial community programs that have a
positive effect for the Temecula region.
The City strives to bring in some of the best motivational
speakers for its interns, and in previous years has been
able to treat its attendees with a presentation by
bestselling author and public speaker Mawi Asgedom,
who has spoken to over 1,000,000 students in more than
forty states. Mawi Asgedom has written more than eight
books and has inspired teenagers across the world with
his motivational speeches and his online leadership
classes. His books include The Code: The Five Secrets of
Teen Success, Powerful Educator -How to Inspire Student
Growth, and The 5 Powers of an Educator. Mawi's
Learning offers online leadership courses which have
won the Codie award and have been used by hundreds of
schools nationwide.
Mr. Asgedom encouraged interns and program
participants to have inner and outer goals, and
provides advice on how to achieve those goals despite
big obstacles in their path. Mr. Asgedom referenced
his hard path from being a young, refugee boy to
becoming a graduate from Harvard and writing his first
book as an example of how everyone can accomplish their
goals and dreams no matter their situation. Attendees
were also treated with a copy of the bestselling author's
book, Of Beetles and Angels: A Boy's Remarkable Journey
from a Refugee Camp to Harvard.
At the luncheon, all attendees can enter a free raffle
to win prizes such as water bottles, backpacks, an alarm
clock, a desk lamp, a yoga pass, and even a tablet. At
the conclusion of the event, all interns and program
participants take a group photo in front of City Hall.
The City of Temecula is proud of the opportunities it provides to its interns and
is confident that they will all have success in their future careers.
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The City of Temecula's Internship/Fellowship program
offers internships/fellowships to: undergraduate
and graduate college students, as well as high
school graduates who are looking to gain experience
before college, earn college credit, or simply get
involved with their local government.
The City designs this program to expose students to
the workings of local city government, gain hands-on
project experience, expand their problem -solving
skills, and develop personal and professional networks.
Interns receive the opportunity to work together on
community representation, city council meetings,
as well as creating and assisting meaningful
community projects for various departments throughout
City Hall. After a rigorous screening process reviewing
the hundreds of resumes sent to the City, the best are
chosen to become part of the Temecula internship
program.
Interns are the main driving force behind major events
such as the College and Vocational Fair, the Young
Women's Career Conference, and the Intern
Appreciation Luncheon, to name a few. The City of
Temecula offers numerous programs to the
community that are all mainly coordinated by
interns: the Legal Scholars program, the Future
Physician Leaders program, the Youth Entrepreneur
program, and the Junior Women's STEM
program. These responsibilities allow interns to
develop invaluable workforce skills, such as project
management, budget management, office
professionalism, and communication skills.
Internships are an extremely important experience to
have in this increasingly competitive world, and are
useful in setting an individual apart from the rest. The
City of Temecula prepares these young individuals to
obtain great careers, whether it be in local
government or beyond. In their future interviews,
interns can make powerful statements like, "I
coordinated one of the largest college fairs in Southern
California," or "I implemented a vocational workforce
development program to provide career -training
opportunities for individuals who did not go to college".
The City of Temecula is seeking college
students to fill positions in various city
departments including:
• Building and Safety
• Finance
• City Clerk
• Housing
• City Manager
• HR
• Code Enforcement
• IT
• Community Development
• Planning
• Community Services
• Public Works
• Economic Development
• Fire/Police
• Engineering
• Special Needs
Through the internship program, the City recognizes the
importance of developing the future leaders of Temecula.
Students from all academic backgrounds and programs
are encouraged to apply. The City has multiple
college postings in different colleges and universities
that are local and widespread, such as UC Riverside,
Cal State San Marcos, University of San Diego, and
Brigham Young University. Academic credit is available
to our interns.
Temecula's internships are available year-round and offer
flexible schedules for students who may be
simultaneously working and taking classes. Students
are permitted to intern anywhere between eight hours to
almost forty hours a week. Some interns have enjoyed
their experience here at City Hall so much that they
return a few months or a year later to resume their
internship. With hard work and dedication, there are
opportunities available to become paid interns.
The City is proud to proclaim that most of the
individuals who intern for the City receive well -
paying jobs after they leave. Past interns have
earned careers in economic development, public
health, the Riverside Chamber of Commerce, and city
manager positions, to name a few.
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THE PROGRAM IS AN INITIATIVE
PUT FORTH BY THE CITY OF
TEMECULA IN HOPES OF RAISING
AWARENESS AND ENCOURAGING
FEMALE MIDDLE SCHOOL
STUDENTS TO PURSUE CAREERS
IN THE SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY,
ENGINEERING, AND
MATHEMATICS (STEM) FIELD.
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The City of Temecula is committed to the development of
young girls in the fun and endless world of Science,
Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). This
commitment is highlighted in the City's Junior
Women's STEM Program. The City of Temecula runs
two STEM programs: one during the school year from
4:00 PM to 5:30 PM, and a two -week summer STEM
Camp from the hours of 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM for
middle school aged girls in the Temecula Valley area at
the Temecula Valley Entrepreneurs Exchange
building. Breakfast and lunch is provided each day.
The STEM program is an initiative put forth by the City
of Temecula in hopes of raising awareness and
encouraging female middle school students to pursue
careers in the STEM fields.
Throughout the length of the program, participants have
an opportunity to speak to role models who are already
actively pursuing their STEM careers. Examples of prior
guest speakers in the STEM field consisted of
manufacturing engineer Teresa Moya from Abbott
Vascular, Ms. Hanna from Engineering for Kids,
and Robotic Instructor Crystal Covarrubias in Gears 2
Robots.
Teresa Moya has been at Abbott Vascular for more than
six years, where she acts as a group leader and supervises
manufacturing engineers working in alignment with
Research and Development and project management to
move a product into commercial manufacturing. Abbott
Vascular is a medical device company that develops,
manufactures, and supplies medical devices for the
treatment of cardiac and vascular diseases.
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Engineering for Kids is an organization that encourages
and supports children to have an interest in STEM related
fields, and has an impressive 145 locations in 21
countries.
Gears 2 Robots is an organization whose mission is to use
STEM education, specifically robotics, to inspire
tomorrow's inventors, hobbyists and innovators. Gears 2
Robots Instructor Crystal Covarrubias has a background
in mechanical engineering, and recognizes the lack of
representation of women in STEM careers and aims to
make a difference.
The Junior Women's STEM program is supplemented
with hands-on STEM activities, both fun and educational,
aiming to interest these young, bright women to enter
the STEM fields.
One example of a hands-on activity includes the gumdrop
structure challenge, which focuses on teaching the girls
the importance of load distribution.
The challenge is to use 10 gumdrops and 20 toothpicks to
design a structure that can hold the weight of a large
textbook. To accomplish this, students need to apply their
knowledge of physics, shape comparison, and load
distribution to build their structures. The students are
encouraged to be efficient and plan their structures ahead
of time to limit the number of replacement items. In
previous years, the most common shape attempted was a
cube, but this shape is notoriously weak and falls under
the weight of a book.
Through trial and error, and guidance from the
representatives, the girls improved their engineering
skills and found that an excellent structure of a design is
a pentagon with alternating triangles. With this design,
all the toothpicks are used to create a solid base that can
hold the weight of a book. Concepts from engineering
and physics blend to make a fun and fascinating project
that makes abstract theories tangible for a young
audience.
Another hands-on activity the students learn is how to
program robots through Gears 2 Robots. Here, the girls
learn the importance of program design and how this
knowledge can be applied to many forms of technology.
This skill is becoming increasingly practical and
invaluable in a world where technology and robotics
have become a larger part of modern life.
THE STEM JUNIOR WOMEN'S
PROGRAM IS ALSO
SUPPLEMENTED WITH
HANDS-ON STEM ACTIVITIES
THAT ARE BOTH FUN AND
EDUCATIONAL, AIMING
TO SPARK INTEREST IN
THESE YOUNG, BRIGHT
WOMEN TO ENTER THE STEM
FIELDS.
At the end of the program, the girls are asked to review
their experiences and provide feedback on the program as
a whole. Some of the girls in previous years stated that
they "loved this program," how they learned that "coding
is an actual job," and how they "loved everything about
this class". The goal at the end of the program is for the
girls to be exposed to new and exciting career fields and
for them to gain an understanding of the opportunities
available to them in the fields of science, technology,
engineering, and mathematics.
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DURING THIS PROGRAM,
PARTICIPANTS WILL LEARN
EMPLOYMENT SOFT SKILLS,
PARTICIPATE IN WORKSHOPS
THAT WILL HELP THEM WITH
COLLEGE ADMISSION, AND
RECEIVE VOCATIONAL
TRAINING FOR ANY
EMPLOYMENT PATH THEY
DECIDE TO TAKE AFTER
GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL.
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The Leadership Academy summer program is a ten-day
program, conducted over six weeks, that is committed to
providing high school students ages 14 to 18 with vital
skills for transitioning from high school to carrying
out prosperous lives as adults. The program is
conducted at the Temecula Valley Entrepreneur's
Exchange Building. Breakfast is provided to students
before the courses start.
The three core sections of the Leadership Academy are
career education, college readiness, and power skills.
Career education is aimed at helping students navigate
the complexities of the job market by equipping them
with job interview skills, cover letter techniques, and
resume compositions. College readiness assists
students in applying for financial aid, selecting
a college, understanding standardized tests, and
composing college applications. Lastly, power skills
verses students in time management skills, financial
literacy, and personal health.
On Day 1, the program delves into what it looks like to
take "leadership" from a concept to a lifestyle. The
students are introduced to the concept of leadership,
and their preconceived notions of leadership are
tested when listening to a guest speaker discuss what
being a leader truly means.
One guest speaker the Leadership Academy has
welcomed in previous years is Paul Thompson, the
Executive Director of the BetterWorld Trust. The
BetterWorld Trust is a Temecula based philanthropic
organization that envisions a world in which everyone
has access to the opportunities, education, and
nourishment needed for a fulfilling life. Mr.
Thompson provides a lecture on what it means
to be a leader of a very large organization with
many employees depending on it.
On Day 2, students, age 16 and over, conduct and
complete their Food Handler Training, while students
under the age of 15 engage in a Pathway to Driving
seminar. Participants 16 and over use provided
equipment to complete their Food Handler Training
online at the Entrepreneur Exchange Building. A food
handler card is an essential document in the food -
related industry, and is vital to any student applying
to jobs in that sector.
For the younger individuals, a seminar on how to
become a licensed driver is important because
transportation may inhibit individuals from applying
to certain schools or jobs due to their inability to drive.
This seminar provides the students with the
information they need to get their permit, take
driving courses, and ultimately pass their driving test.
Day 2 also includes a resume and cover letter workshop.
Students receive a presentation on how to create a
successful resume and cover letter.
On Day 3, the students engage in financial literacy
activities, a Socratic seminar, and listen to a guest speaker
cover topics such as what a budget is, how to manage a
budget, differences in bank accounts, and what credit is.
Most students do not learn these topics in high school, so
it is crucial they encounter this material before they enter
the adult world. This is an especially important topic to
discuss before they enter college and must manage their
own budget while potentially maintaining loans and
credit cards.
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The Temecula Professional Women Toastmasterswas
designed to help members achieve their goals in
finding their voice and being able to present to
groups. Guest speakers like her provide interview
tips and other recommendations, such as speaking
with a clear and audible voice, since many of the
younger students may not have experienced a
professional atmosphere before.
On Day 6, a guest speaker provides an overview of
scholarship opportunities. Counselors Jamila Zuwayed
and Miriam Brijandez from MSJC are some examples
of previous speakers who have provided a
presentation on the Pathways to College: A-G
Requirements, which are essential to get into college. The
guest speakers inform the students what the requirements
are and how it could benefit them if they achieve the
highest level on the A-G list. For example, not having to
On Day 4, the students learn how to pick the best college
for themselves, as well as learn about financial aid and
how they can afford college. The guest speakers present
numerous financial aid options available to all students,
should they choose to go through trade school,
a community college, military school, or a four-
year university. The guest speakers also provide students
with information on what they can do while still in high
school to ensure they are well-informed of what their
and their family's finances look like.
On Day 5, the students participate in a job interview
workshop where they learn how to acquire letters of
recommendation and improve their public speaking
skills. Esther Phala from the Temecula Professional
Women Toastmasters has been a guest speaker from
previous years who covers these topics in depth.
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take a test before starting college or gaining college
credit. This information can save students money and
show them how they can graduate early. The guest
speakers help students not only get to college, but
succeed there as well.
On Day 7, the students participate in a CPR certification
workshop conducted by Fire Captain Matt Hayes's
staff. Participants learn the proper life-saving
emergency procedures often used on individuals
suffering from cardiac arrest or drowning. Upon
completion of the workshop, the participants receive a
CPR Certification. Having a CPR certification is useful
in numerous industries: healthcare, construction, and
education.
On Day 8, the students participate in a personal
statement/college essay workshop, and a SAT and ACT
review session. It is very important for students to
be able to score well on both the SAT and the ACT, as
it is one of the many factors considered by
admission counselors when applying for college.
Students may not get into their school of
choice even with good grades and a vast array of
extracurricular activities if their SAT or ACT
scores are low. Here, the students learn about the
different types of questions presented in each test
and how they should go about handling
the questions in a timely manner, preparing
them for further success.
On Day 9, students participate in a personal health
workshop where they learn about positive conflict
resolution and emotional maturity, two very important
life skills to have.
Students view a presentation that focuses on stress
prevention and stress management. In college or in the
workforce, students will face tasks that may seem
daunting to them and cause them stress. It is crucial
for students to learn calming techniques to help center
them so they can advance through whatever
predicament comes their way.
On Day 10, the closing ceremony of the program is
conducted. Students review the Leadership Academy
checklist and receive their certificate of completion. The
current Temecula Mayor congratulates the students for
completing the Leadership Academy program and
provides a brief presentation on professionalism and its
application throughout their own career. Students are
asked to review their lectures to see how much they have
learned and accomplished in only 10 days of the program.
The students are also asked to provide completed
evaluations of the event to the program coordinators in
order for the City of Temecula to improve the event for
the next batch of students. There is always room
for improvement and the City of Temecula strives to
do its absolute best every year.
At the end of the program, participants will understand
how to be leaders, and have a positive influence in
any workplace that they may find themselves in. Students
will be able to take their driver's test for their
license, prepare for their ACT/SAT tests, be able
to manage a budget in college, and ultimately
gain the necessary skills to become great leaders. This
program not only benefits the students, but the local
community around them as well, filling the City
with responsible, productive, and mindful
citizens.
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The Medical Scribe program is offered to students with
high school diplomas, or equivalent, interested in health -
related fields. This program helps qualify students work
as certified medical scribes. To implement this program,
the City of Temecula has become a member of the
American College of Medical Scribe Specialists in
providing certifications to students in the region.
Medical scribes are a necessity in the doctor's office.
Medical scribes provide support to doctors while also
receiving valuable experience in the medical professional
industry. Traditionally, a physician's job focuses solely on
direct patient contact and care. However, with the
implementation of Electronic Health Records, an
overload of documentation and clerical responsibilities
have caused physicians to be weighed down. As a result,
these doctors cannot meet with as many patients during
the day. Medical scribes serve as the solution to the
documentation overload problem, and have become
essentially a one-on-one collaboration with a physician.
By increasing the efficiency of doctor visits with the help
of medical scribes, doctors can see more patients
throughout the day in a quicker and organized manner.
Today's healthcare is focused on ensuring quality patient
care and patient safety. As technological advancements
continue to increase, as do the need for Certified Medical
Scribe Specialists.
The Medical Scribe program is offered weekly during the
summer from the times of 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM at the
Temecula Valley Entrepreneur's Exchange Building.
This six -week program provides an overview of the day-
to-day tasks of a medical scribe, including medical
terminology, anatomy and physiology. Students gain an
understanding of the legal guidelines that come with
working in healthcare and an understanding of how to
take medical information that the physician will use when
they see their patient. Students also learn essential
computer skills that will be important when monitoring
and documenting medical test results, such as blood and
urine tests, x-rays, and CT reports.
The students receive instruction by an expert team of
medical professionals and receive assistance in medical
scribe externship placement. At the end of the Medical
Scribe program, the participating doctors may choose to
hire some of the students who aided them throughout the
duration of the program.
The program is conducted in coordination with Dr. Jerry
Hizon, MD. Dr. Hizon attended the University of
California, San Diego School of Medicine and served as
the chief resident in family medicine at the University of
California Irvine Medical Center. Dr. Hizon specializes in
family practice and medical services for athletes and
people who enjoy sports recreationally. Dr. Hizon has
worked in the past as the medical team physician for the
San Diego Chargers, as a sideline Physician for the Super
Bowl in 2003, and worked as the medical team physician
for the NFL Pro Bowl. He has also helped train emerging
physicians as an assistant clinical professor at the UC
Riverside School of Medicine and at the City of
Temecula's Future Physician Leaders program.
Upon completion of the program, and passing the
MSCAT, our staff provides support to the students in
finding a medical scribe externship as a Certified Medical
Scribe.
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The Summer Foods Service program was created for local
Temecula families to offer children and minors, under
the age of 18, meals. During the summer, the event takes
place every Tuesday and Thursday from 12:00 pm to 1:00
pm at Margarita Community Park.
The Summer Food Service Program is a U.S. Department
of Agriculture (USDA) federally -funded program that
reimburses sponsors for the administrative and
operational costs to provide meals to children and
minors during the periods that they are out of school.
Meals are also available to people with disabilities who are
over the age of 18 and participate in school programs for
individuals who are mentally or physically disabled.
The program was started in 1968 as part of a larger pilot
program, and became its own program in 1975. The goal
is to continue providing nutritious meals to these
children during vacation periods away from school.
Even with the average Temecula household income of
over $95,117, the issue of undernourishment still exists
among children and families in the City of Temecula. The
Community Services Department within the City of
Temecula prides itself on inclusion, meaning all children
are welcomed and encouraged to participate and receive a
free lunch during the summer.
Good nutrition is essential for the success of students in
school, as missing a school breakfast or lunch increases
the likelihood of becoming inattentive, disruptive, sick,
tardy, and absent from class. Malnourished students also
tend to score lower on achievement tests. This program
provides an opportunity to continue a child's physical
and social development while providing nutritious
meals during long vacation periods, helping children
return to school ready to learn.
This program is conducted by City employees and interns
who are able to offer their time to help prepare, package,
transport and handout the meals. The Human Services
Division, within the Temecula Community Services
Department, utilizes the Mary Phillips Senior
Center to assemble the lunches for the program.
The meals provided through the program include
reduced fat milk, fruits and vegetables, bread, and meat
or a meat alternative. Throughout the summer, the
City of Temecula rotates through fiesta wraps, orange
chicken & rainbow rice, Southwestern chicken salad,
Mediterranean quinoa salad with chicken, Uncrustables
with veggies & hummus, and chicken burritos.
In 2016, the Summer Food Service Program provided
meals to 2.8 million children each day at 47,981 sites. The
City has helped increase those numbers by serving more
than 1,000 lunches each summer. Temecula was able to
handout about 75 meals every Tuesday and Thursday for
a five -week period. The program was a success with the
help of the City employees and interns, who all received
their food handler certification to conduct the program.
Children and parents alike have had a great
response towards the Summer Foods Program.
Below are some of their statements:
"This is a great program for many kids in our
neighborhoods who go hungry. The food is
nutritious and gives them energy for the day. For
some it is the best meal they receive. "
- Kellie Hoke
"Great job following a nutritious lunch. My daughter
noticed you followed the food pyramid."
- Jessica Perez
"It's great for kids and encourages parents to go out
more. It's our first time in the morning, so it's
exciting." — Shirley
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DESIGNED TO GIVE
PARTICIPANTS EXPERIENCE IN
SPEAKING WORKSHOPS,
DEBATES, LAW LECTURES, LSAT
OVERVIEW, AND COURT ROOM
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The Summer Legal Scholar program offers a wide array
of activities to prepare college undergraduate and
graduate students interested in pursuing a career in the
legal field. The program takes place at the Temecula
Valley Entrepreneur's Exchange Building. Other
buildings where the program is held include Temecula
City Hall and the Southwest Justice Center.
The program is conducted in the summer for
approximately six weeks. Breakfast and drinks are
provided to the pre -law students in the morning.
This program involves participants in speaking
workshops, debates, law lectures, LSAT overviews, and
courtroom shadowings. Students gain critical skills in the
legal field such as: critical thinking, organization,
professionalism, and networking. This program not only
aids students in their journey to obtain jobs in the legal
sphere, but creates fun and exciting memories that will
stay with the students for the rest of their lives.
Students learn about courtroom etiquette, the California
Court System, different fields of law, alternatives to law,
law school success and scholarships, and methods for
students to be able to prepare for and excel on the LSAT.
The students are also presented with numerous Supreme
Court cases, such as Burwell v. Hobby Lobby, Brown v.
Board of Education, and Liebeck v. McDonalds, to learn
how they should approach the legal text and how to
convey their interpretations of it. Writing briefs is a skill
that pre -law students will need to be very comfortable
with, so the program places emphasis on this area early
on. Students will need to know the problem/question
presented in the case, the potential connections of the
case with existing cases, the main arguments of the
Supreme Court and their interpretations of it, and the
importance of those interpretations in the legal field.
Students in the program have an opportunity to
experience the day-to-day activities of a lawyer in a
courtroom setting through courtroom shadowing at the
Southwest Justice Center with criminal defense attorney,
Robin Johnson. Students gain insight into what a lawyer
does to prepare for a case, how a lawyer acts in court,
and the proceedings after court has ended. This program
presents a great networking opportunity for students to
connect with actual attorneys. This will prove useful to
them when they apply for scholarships, law school, or a
job and require a letter of recommendation.
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There are diverse panels of guest speakers who discuss
their law -related occupations to give students insight into
the considerable amount of career options available after
graduation. Guest speakers from previous years have
included: Honorable Judge Angel Bermudez, the
Temecula Law Firm attorneys, Law Librarian Efren Nava,
Law School Admission counselors, current law school
students, and other lawyers and individuals in other
law related fields.
Pre -law students are able to listen to lawyers who
specialize in different areas of the law, such as Frank
Huang on trusts and estates, Barak Berlin on common
law and debt law, and Karl Mowley on elder law, among
many others.
Participants are also presented with individuals who have
law degrees, but do not currently work as lawyers.
Individuals such as Law Librarian Efren Nava, City Clerk
Randi Johl, and Jane Kelly from State Farm have been
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presented to previous classes to show that they could have
successful careers in other areas of the workforce, should
they decide not to practice law.
Law school admission counselors provide insight into
what most law schools look for when they accept students
into their law programs. They provide information on
what an accreditation of a law school means and the
different versions of it. Law school admission counselors
come from Cal Southern, Pacific Coast University,
Chapman University, and the University of California,
Irvine.
The panel of current law school students provide
information as to what pre -law students can expect at law
school and how they can prepare for the LSAT. The
current law school students also describe their own
experiences at law school and explain what helped them
get there.
The participants are also provided with presentations and
workshops on how to afford law school and are given
information on law school scholarships. Guest speakers
discuss financial aid options since a common concern of
pre -law students is whether they can afford to put
themselves through law school, the fear of debt
preventing them from applying.
At the end of the program, Blueprint representatives
provide a LSAT Explanation presentation to help pre -law
students prepare for the LSAT. Participants then take a
four-hour mock LSAT test. By providing an opportunity
to take a mock LSAT test, pre -law students are exposed to
the length and difficulty of the exam, and that experience
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benefits and prepares them as they prepare to take
the official LSAT exam.
The Summer Legal Scholar program provides its students
with the opportunity to meet and have lunch with the
California State Bar President, James Fox. As the President
of the California State Bar, he presides over an agency
that regulates more than a quarter million licensed
lawyers in California and is the largest state bar in the
country. Beforehand, Mr. Fox was a former San Mateo
County District Attorney who practiced law for more
than 46 years. Every year, Mr. Fox has stated that the City
is one of the few organizations in California that run a
program of this caliber, and he is excited to share his
journey with the students.
The program also provides a guided tour of the
University of California, San Diego's School of Law. On
this tour, the students are able to see what a law
classroom and appellate moot court looks like. Participants
are also able to have an admissions counselor provide key
information regarding the University of San Diego's
School of Law admissions
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process. The pre -law students also learn how the
University of San Diego's School of Law implements its
moot courts to provide an authentic experience. Upon
completion of the Legal Scholars program, the pre -law
students are presented with certificates of completion,
detailing their many accomplishments throughout
the program. At the end of the Summer Legal
Scholars program, participants will be confident in
their gained knowledge and will be well prepared for
the LSAT, law school, and obtaining a career in a law -
related field.
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FUTURE CAREERS, WHETHER
THAT BE IN CARPENTRY,
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The City of Temecula provides skills and certifications in
the following seven areas: Forklift driving, HVAC
(Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning), welding,
keyboard testing, carpentry, medical scribes and
plumbing.
The City has created multiple vocational programs to help
individuals, especially high school graduates, become
skilled professionals. While not everyone goes to college,
the City believes everyone should be on a path that leads
them to a career. The City wants to ensure that every
individual has an opportunity to obtain any vocational
career in these fields. The programs are conducted at the
Entrepreneur's Exchange Building.
Forklift training is important in many businesses,
as they help move products quickly and safely. This
program helps individuals discover numerous
potential career opportunities as a forklift driver.
HVAC training is crucial, especially in Southern
California where temperatures can get extremely high.
Skilled HVAC technicians are in high demand due to the
importance of having safe and comfortable temperatures
within industrial factories, commercial buildings, and the
community's own homes. Through the program,
individuals learn how to handle HVAC equipment
effectively and safely. As employers generally require
certifications, this program teaches how to maintain,
service, and repair centrifugal fans, refrigeration, cooling
towers, waste handling, and heating systems.
Welders are vital in the automobile,
electronics, aeronautics, and construction industries.
Welders are highly skilled technicians, required in
several production processes, keeping the manufacturing
industry afloat. Through the program, participants
receive training and a certification for welding
which will open a great number of career
opportunities.
The City implements a keyboard -testing program to
provide typing certifications to individuals who plan on
working in a fast -paced office environment. Millions of
employers, such as city governments, hospital offices, and
corporations, require individuals to work in their offices
as office specialists or front desk receptionists. These
careers require a lot of data inputting and record
keeping, which individuals can do quickly with
keyboards. Many employers require individuals to
provide not only their resumes, but also a typing
certification that shows your word per minute (WPM).
To receive a certification, individuals will need to take a
3-5 minute typing test with a randomly generated
prompt, where individuals have to type and replicate the
prompt exactly as shown. Speed and accuracy are the two
factors taken into consideration. This program allows
individuals to receive an important certification that
benefits them in several occupations.
Carpentry is an indispensable form of work in the
construction industry. A carpenter's skills cover multiple
areas such as setting foundations, laying new stairs,
installing new beams in a home, creating a bridge,
building a hospital, or working on industrial pipework.
The City of Temecula not only wants to train individuals
in carpentry, but to provide certifications to enable them
to be workforce ready.
The City provides a Medical Scribe Program to interested
pre -medical students. Medical scribes are important
professionals because they help provide support and
administrative assistance to the doctor. Students are
provided training sessions, as well as test preparation to
take the Medical Scribe Certification and Aptitude Test.
Participants listen to various doctors while taking the
course and will be ready to become certified at the end.
Individuals pursuing a career in the medical field are
highly encouraged to earn a certification to become a
medical scribe specialist.
The City also provides training courses on plumbing.
Plumbers work on residential homes, factories,
commercial buildings, mining operations, and more.
Through the plumbing program, individuals learn the
basics to repair water and gas pipes, drainage systems,
waste disposal systems, and appliances.
Through these vocational programs, the City is able to
provide opportunities to individuals who opt to go
straight into the workforce. Upon completion of any of
these programs, our students will be qualified and
stride into their future profession of choice.
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The City of Temecula annually conducts the Young
Women's Career Conference at the Temecula Civic
Center to provide an opportunity for female high school
students to discuss their future goals with multiple
leading women in a plethora of industries.
The City of Temecula prides itself on empowering these
young female students to meet successful female role
models. These leaders show students that they too can
obtain their dream careers. Supporting the growth and
empowerment of these young women allows both the
community and their future companies to benefit.
Approximately 130 high school students attend each
event along with about fifteen mentors.
The City recruits a variety of mentors from multiple
industries such as: government, business, medicine,
education, entertainment, and non -profits. Some
examples of mentors attendees are: Laura Boss, Public
Information Officer for the Temecula Valley Unified
School District; Silvia Olivas, co -producer and writer for
Disney; Temecula Police Chief Lisa McConnell; and
plastic surgeon Dr. Kim from the Advanced Institute for
Plastic Surgery. Other mentors include: Assistant Fire
Marshal Elsa Wigle, Temecula City Clerk Randi Johl, and
Lt. Colonel Christine Bell. The event is set up to have a
ratio of 10-11 students per mentor. At each table, the
students discuss the mentor's path to their current career,
strategies, tips, and discuss the obstacles the mentors
faced and overcame.
Afterwards, a question/answer period with the mentors is
conducted. Topics are discussed such as: what it is like for
a successful female in an industry, or common obstacles
that the mentors needed to overcome.
In the Conference Center patio, vendors provide
information and resources about their current
organization or business that might be of interest to the
high school students. Vendors such as Mary Kay,
Michelle's Place, and Assistance League have attended
past events and provided information on the useful
resources that their organization provides. The City
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mentors. In addition, a raffle also takes place, and the
female high school students have a chance to win fidget
spinners, gift certificates, and a camel backpack.
To end the conference, a group photo is taken in front
of City Hall. A survey is also sent out electronically to
both the students and the mentors to see how each felt
about the conference and if there were any areas that
needed improvement. The City of Temecula prides
itself on being able to improve its events year
after year, and hopes to continue receiving feedback
to improve the experience.
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The Youth Entrepreneur Program (YEP) is an
opportunity for high school students, ages 14-18, to hear
about the experiences of starting, maintaining, and
growing a small business from local business owners in
the community.
The two -week program is conducted at the Temecula
Valley Entrepreneur's Exchange Building. Every year, we
have between 35 to 45 high school students who
participate in this program. The program is such a
success that a wait -list needed to be created. Lunch,
snacks, and water are provided as well.
The goal of this program is to encourage and develop a
new generation of successful entrepreneurs. Nearly 50
percent of all new businesses fail within the first three
years, yet they are a driving force in innovation and
competitiveness. To mitigate the turnover rate of new
businesses within the Temecula Valley region, the City
developed this entrepreneurial program to help high
school students equip themselves with foundational
skills essential for achieving success in their
entrepreneurial endeavors.
In the Youth Entrepreneur program, participants have
the opportunity to learn about marketing, business
development & planning, business, market research,
budgeting, business pitching, and business law.
Not only will students learn from current business
owners located in the Temecula Valley region, but they
will also implement what they have learned by working
in teams and creating a mock business. Participants
develop a business plan including details costs,
demographics, products, product marketing tactics, and
product financing.
On Day 1, the students are introduced to the program
and given activities that teach them about business case
studies, solutions, and ad-lib value propositions. Students
also view a presentation by a guest speaker on
entrepreneurship. In former years, the City has
hosted speakers such as Bryce Hudson from Grip
Clean. Mr. Hudson is a local entrepreneur and X-Games
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three -time medalist who discussed how he became an
entrepreneur through his time as a motocross athlete.
On Day 2, the students receive a general overview of
important fundamental business information;
budgeting, revenue streams, and business incorporation.
Furthermore, students learn what it means to create a
business model for sample products through their group
activities and, upon completion, must present their
business model to the rest of the students.
On Day 3, students view a presentation that will cover
topics relating to patent law and receive an in-depth
explanation on how patent law is applied to new and
established products. Then, students work on group case
studies regarding patent law and business incorporation.
Covering patent law has practical use, as students will
need to consider it when working on their mock
businesses.
On Day 4, students meet with another guest speaker who
covers topics on the importance of developing a
marketing plan and pitching to focus groups. An
excellent guest speaker from previous years is Kyle
Mastin from Pulse Marketing. Mastin is the President of
Business Development at Pulse Marketing with extensive
experience in public speaking and a practiced knowledge
on marketing. After the guest speaker's presentation,
students work on a case study that deals with guerrilla
marketing, the marketing mix, and market research.
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On Day 5, another guest speaker arrives to discuss
business pitching and business fundraising. In the past,
the City welcomed active Pitch Practice judge, Scott
Brovsky to speak with the students. Groups are given
powerful feedback on their potential business startups.
Students are provided with Chromebooks to work in
groups and prepare their presentations. When ready,
participants practice pitching their business plans to
the rest of the students.
Entrepreneurs like James Stewart also speak with the
young students about his personal experience starting
and owning Stew's Barber Shop, a chain of Inland
Empire barber shops. Stewart has provided useful
knowledge on how he expanded from one barber
shop to multiple locations, and explained how he
solved challenges along the way.
On the last day of the program, teams compete in a
Business Pitch Competition. Teams must apply
everything they have learned throughout the program
to create a realistic business that is able to attract
investors. Students must work efficiently in teams to
present an effective business plan. This is a necessary
skill to master before presenting their pitches to
prospective investors in the future, or merely
presenting a group project in a class in college.
Teams are then given feedback by a panel of judges
comprised of past guest speakers who ask questions,
provide business tips, and advise students on how to give
proper pitches to interested investors.
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The goal of this program is to help encourage and develop a new
generation of successful entrepreneurs.
Some of the group business pitches in previous years
included creating a ride -sharing app for adolescents,
creating a golf ball with a GPS-tracking device that can be
found through an app, creating a gift service provider, and
creating affordable tableside point -of -service tablets for
restaurants.
Other ideas included a restaurant business with a private
movie room, an app that allows the user to see events
around them based on their location, and a service
provider to help confused high school students decide
what their college major should be. Groups are judged by
how structured their business plan is, the potential startup
cost, marketing plans, and product audience, among other
things.
The best performing teams of the competition receive
prizes such as Amazon Fire Tablets. Participation in the
Youth Entrepreneurs program is a wonderful experience
for the students to add to their resumes or in their college
applications, where they can showcase their determination
to succeed in their future endeavors. Not only do students
have a great experience, but they also have an opportunity
to gain an average of 21 community service hours for
their time in the program. Students also receive a
Youth Entrepreneur shirt from the City of Temecula.
These young, bright minds get to challenge their skills
and knowledge while working in a safe and
friendly environment that supports them.
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The Youth Innovators program was created by the City of
Temecula to provide high school students with an
opportunity to work on various community -based
projects that benefit the locality around them. Every
Wednesday throughout the school year, the high school
students meet at the Temecula Valley Entrepreneur's
Exchange Building from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM. There,
the students meet amongst themselves under the
supervision and leadership of Economic
Development Manager, Charles Walker. A snack is
provided to ensure they are well fed and energized.
The Innovators are comprised of twelve members
who come from multiple high schools within the
region. The students learn about the various activities
that the City provides, and have an opportunity to learn
the details behind operating and implementing various
community -based projects. Students can earn
community service hours while they attend the weekly
meetings and work on their assigned projects.
One of the programs the Youth Innovators coordinate is
the Young Women's Career Conference. This conference
is oriented towards female high school students, and
offers the opportunity to have breakfast with successful
women in various industries. The Youth Innovators work
together on various tasks such as: getting successful
women to participate in the event, recruiting female high
school students to attend the event, and planning the
agenda and substance of the event.
Through community -based projects,
the Youth Innovators are able to learn
about project handling, the importance
of communication and budget
management.
Though the students are the ones putting the conference
together, they do receive support from their
supervisor, Mr. Walker, who ensures that they stay
focused and are on the right path to creating
an amazing event. They are also provided guidance
from experts who have coordinated large-scale
programs.
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The Youth Innovators must work together and
communicate to ensure work is being done in an efficient
manner. They assign jobs, objectives, and committees
among themselves, which provide an opportunity to
hone their team building skills, which are essential for
most college or workforce endeavors.
This program is not only meant to be educational, but
enjoyable as well. Students are encouraged to be creative
and to think out of the box. In previous years, one of the
Innovators recommended purchasing purple six-foot
sized balloons that were in the shape of grapes, to
represent Temecula's wine country for an event.
Although this seemed like a great idea, it served as a
learning experience about time and budget constraints
that must be considered when planning an event.
Students are encouraged and have the opportunity to
participate in a variety of events and other city
programs, whether it be community services,
planning a luncheon for interns, or planning a
Hackathon. These Innovators have an opportunity to
create professional connections that may also prove
useful when applying for college and jobs.
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assistance. Interns act as mentors, providing feedback
and engaging them in conversation, allowing them
examples and insight if or when last minute issues arise.
The interns advise the Youth Innovators to be
prepared in any situation.
Being a member of the Youth Innovators
is a great way for high school students to
gain workforce skills that will benefit
them in their college applications,
resumes, and future careers.
The Youth Innovators have an opportunity to network
with various city officials, organizations, and other
important individuals at a young age, allowing them to
build relationships that could develop into future
internships or letters of recommendation. The students
will be able to state that they worked and coordinated
large community based events, programs, and projects
on the behalf of the City. They will be able to
showcase their already developed professional skills
before they enter the workforce themselves. Being a
Youth Innovator helps distinguish students from
others who may have similar school grades or
experience. It helps to give them a head start in an
increasingly competitive world.
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participants with hands-on experience in the garden, vineyard and classroom to prepare them for the workforce and equip them
with new skills that they can use to maneuver challenges and overcome adversity.
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RACE, EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION COMMISSION
AGENDA REPORT
TO: Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (REDI) Commission
FROM: Randi Johl, Executive Director
DATE: September 9, 2021
SUBJECT: Consider Opportunities to Host a Multi -Cultural Event in the City of Temecula (At
the Request of Subcommittee Members Mayor Edwards and Mayor Pro Tern Rahn)
PREPARED BY: Randi Johl, Director of Legislative Affairs/City Clerk
RECOMMENDATION: That the Commission consider various opportunities to host a multi-
cultural event in the City of Temecula and provide general recommendations regarding the same.
BACKGROUND: On July 14, 2020, the City Council adopted the Race, Equity,
Diversity and Inclusion (REDI) Initiative. While Phase I of the initiative was internal facing, Phase
II of the initiative is external facing premised on the community's involvement and engagement.
On August 23, 2021, staff met with REDI Commission Liaisons Mayor Edwards and Mayor Pro
Tern Rahn to provide a status update on the initiative as Phase I approaches completion and Phase
II begins. At that meeting, the subcommittee members provided direction to seek input and
recommendations from the REDI Commission regarding an annual multi -cultural event hosted in
the City. The questions for consideration include what kind of event could be held, when and where
could the event take place, what types of activities could be incorporated, and what efforts could
be undertaken to ensure inclusion of all segments of the community in such an event. The
Commission is being asked to provide general recommendations regarding the same.
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Public Comments next REDI Commision meeting
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I have watched the REDI Commission go from idea to conception over the past year and a half with eager
interest. I followed the process, your selection, and your induction into office.
You were all tasked with listening to all of us and identifying needs and programs that may not have come to
light in the past to propose to our City Council for consideration.
I was and am excited and you all clearly showed your interest in hearing our ideas. You all have a variety of
preparation and experiences to bring to your involvement.
I have been shocked, disgusted and saddened by the recent tirade of misinformed hate that you have been
subjected to. Please know that there are many more who fully support what you stand for and are tasked to do.
I look forward to seeing you all working towards continuing to making Temecula the town we love in a more
fully inclusive manner as you listen to what people will bring to your attention that might not have been
considered before. I am "REDI" to meet up for coffee, I am "REDI" and I know you all are.
Thank you
All the very best
Gillian Larson.
20 year Temecula resident.
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City of Temecula 29 August 2021
The Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (REDI) Commission RECffMM
Commissioners et al.
41000 Main Street SEP 0 12021
Temecula, CA 92590
CITY OLeRKS DgpT.
Dear REDI Commissioners,
Temecula City must disestablish the Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Commission (REDI)
and replace with the simplicity of the Golden Rule: "Do unto others as you would have them do
unto you.' —Encyclopedia of Philosophy, (Matthew 7:12; Luke 6:31). Our country the United
States of America was founded on Biblical principles, i.e. The Declaration of Independence
("We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed
by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the
pursuit of Happiness...") and the supreme law of the land the United States Constitution (USC)
("We the people..."). The first ten amendments of the USC called the "Bill of Rights" addresses
what all people earnest for especially the first amendment "...no law respecting an establishment
of religion, prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or the press,
or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of
grievance."
The existing REDI replaces Karl Marx's philosophy (Manifesto of the Communist Party) of the
Bourgeoisie and Proletarians class struggle with Race, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
American's, Californians, and Temecula's adhere by values, not skin color. Dr. Martin Luther
King Jr. - "I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they
will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character." The REDI pins
one group against another and does not unify a people.
The City Council of Temecula in Resolution No. 2020-59, Section Two, calls for seven members
for REDI. Four existing members of the board are black, three women and one man, fifty seven
percent. One Hispanic woman fourteen percent, and two Caucasian women twenty-nine percent.
Six of the members are women eighty-six percent. How is this just? Utilizing the tenants of the
REDI? Black people make up approximately thirteen percent of the population. Men and women
are generally split fifty — fifty. Hispanics approximately thirty-seven percent in California. No
white men (majority of country)? Black people cannot be hateful to other people? Resolution No.
2020-59 for REDI is hypocritical and applying reverse discrimination!
Charles Darwin promoted the separation of human races within his theories and books. Some
races are superior to others according to Darwin. The Holy Bible promotes men and women. The
first man Adam and the first women Eve (no one knows the color of their skin and the God of the
Bible does not make that a priority) to what we see today in the world -people. Today, Temecula
is a mixed city of people as well as the state of California.
The City Council of Temecula in Resolution No. 2020-59 does not define the meaning of each
word pertaining to Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. Each word must be defined.
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Finally, the creation of REDI stems from the death of George Floyd and the comments of the
former Mayor of Temecula. Temecula police as well as the Riverside County Sheriff's
department are professionals and public servants. They keep our communities safe from bad,
immoral, or evil people. Also, there are programs in place to assist and help wayward actions
from people getting arrested for criminal activities. The former Mayor of Temecula was voted
back to the Temecula city council and rightly so -no more outrage!
Sincerely,
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Charles Toro
Temecula, CA 92589-1654