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Early Thanksgiving Message

By Ulises Cabrerra, City of Moreno Valley Mayor
November 21, 2024 at 08:12am. Views: 323

This Thanksgiving, I’m once again reminded of just how lucky we are to call Moreno Valley home. This holiday gives us the chance to slow down, reflect, and recognize all the good that surrounds us—especially the incredible community we’ve built together.

First, I want to recognize my family—my wife Carina and our son—who fill my life with so much love and inspiration. Their support is the foundation of everything I do, and I’m endlessly thankful for them. But what’s remarkable is that I feel this same sense of family throughout Moreno Valley; we share a bond that feels closer than just neighbors or fellow residents.

 

I’m especially thankful for the volunteers who bring such energy and heart to our Beautify MoVal Community Days of Service. The way you step up, time and again, to keep our parks and neighborhoods looking their best makes a visible difference that all of us get to enjoy. Thank you for rolling up your sleeves at each and every event, and for taking such pride in our City.

 

We’re also fortunate to have local nonprofits and community organizations who put their hands and hearts to work supporting our neighbors in need. Through everything you do—providing meals, shelter, and the kindness that reminds people they’re not alone—you’re lifting families and creating hope. Your impact touches so many lives, and we are so grateful for all you do.

 

To our hardworking City staff, thank you for all you do to keep Moreno Valley thriving. Whether you’re out in the field or behind the scenes, your dedication shapes the City we’re proud to call home, day in and day out.

 

Most importantly, I’m thankful for each of you—the residents of Moreno Valley—who fill our City with warmth, kindness, and community spirit. Your passion and support make this City feel like a family, and that’s a gift we can all be grateful for this season.

 

On behalf of everyone here at the City, I wish you and your loved ones a joyful, restful, and safe Thanksgiving. Let’s continue building this beautiful community together, side by side.

 

 

 

 

Este Día de Acción de Gracias, una vez más recuerdo lo afortunados que somos de llamar hogar a Moreno Valley. Estas festividades nos dan la oportunidad de reflexionar y reconocer todo lo bueno que nos rodea, especialmente la increíble comunidad que hemos construido juntos.

 

En primer lugar, quiero reconocer a mi familia, mi esposa Carina y nuestro hijo, que llenan mi vida de tanto amor e inspiración. Su apoyo es la base de todo lo que hago, y les estoy infinitamente agradecido. Pero lo que es notable es que siento este mismo sentido de familia en todo Moreno Valley; Compartimos un vínculo que se siente más cercano que solo vecinos o compañeros residentes.

 

Estoy especialmente agradecido por los voluntarios que aportan tanta energía y corazón a nuestros Días de Servicio Comunitario de Beautify MoVal. La forma en que se presentan, una y otra vez, para mantener nuestros parques y vecindarios con el mejor aspecto posible marca una diferencia visible que todos podemos disfrutar. Gracias por arremangarse en todos y cada uno de los eventos, y por enorgullecerse tanto de nuestra ciudad.

 

También tenemos la suerte de contar con organizaciones locales sin fines de lucro y organizaciones comunitarias que ponen sus manos y corazones a trabajar para apoyar a nuestros vecinos necesitados. A través de todo lo que hacen, proporcionando comidas, refugio y la bondad que les recuerda a las personas que no están solas, están levantando familias y creando esperanza. Su impacto alcanza a muchas vidas y estamos muy agradecidos por todo lo que hacen.

 

A nuestro personal trabajador de la ciudad, gracias por todo lo que hacen para mantener Moreno Valley próspero. Ya sea que estén en el campo o detrás de escenas, su dedicación da forma a la ciudad que estamos orgullosos de llamar hogar, día tras día.

 

Lo más importante es que estoy agradecido por cada uno de ustedes, los residentes de Moreno Valley, que llenan nuestra ciudad de calidez, amabilidad y espíritu comunitario. Su pasión y apoyo hacen que esta ciudad se sienta como una familia, y ese es un regalo por el que todos podemos estar agradecidos esta temporada.

 

En nombre de todos aquí en la Ciudad, les deseo a ustedes y a sus seres queridos un Día de Acción de Gracias alegre, tranquilo y seguro. Sigamos construyendo esta hermosa comunidad juntos, codo a codo.

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