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Organizers said the run would start and finish in front of the historic city hall on Sixth Street, run east and then loop around Grand Boulevard, and include a post-race celebration near the civic center. OC Marathon’s Gary Kutcher said the event aims to highlight Corona history and said, “We expect 2,000 to 2,500 people,” including runners and spectators.

The race director described an outreach and timeline that calls for an event website launch in October, sponsorship outreach and registration opening in November, and a possible race date in March. He told commissioners the OC Marathon will handle permits, promotion, an expo and race-day logistics, and described a charity model in which local nonprofit groups can register and fundraise through the race registration process.

Corona Police Lieutenant Gary Griffiths outlined a traffic and public-safety plan that would close portions of Grand Boulevard for roughly two hours on race morning. “Our plan is to try to minimize the amount of traffic delays or issues we have in the city while also maximizing the safety for the runners around the course,” he said. Griffiths said officers and fire personnel would stage inside the circle and that Caltrans permits would be sought to close the Main Street off-ramps during the event; on-ramps would remain open so residents can leave via the 91 freeway.

Commissioners and staff discussed parking, impacts on businesses inside the Grand Boulevard circle and emergency access. Organizers said most parking could be accommodated at City Hall and nearby lots, that they will provide wayfinding and digital routing notices, and that they are exploring shuttle and transit options. Kutcher described registration pricing structures as planned—reduced rates for children and an initial $30 adult price that rises closer to the event—and said merchandise and medals would be ordered by late fall.

Commissioners praised the event’s potential economic and community benefits but pressed organizers on resident notification, business outreach and emergency access. Commissioners asked about a registration cap; organizers said they would set registration and supply levels (medals, shirts) based on early registration but have discussed an initial target of roughly 2,000 registrants to meet budget and logistical goals.

Action: The commission moved and seconded a recommendation that the City Council approve the MOU with OC Marathon; the motion passed 5-0. The commission’s recommendation moves the MOU to the City Council for final approval.

Next steps: Staff and OC Marathon said they expect to launch the event website in October, begin sponsorship outreach and open registration in November, continue traffic coordination with Corona PD and Caltrans, and bring the signed MOU to the City Council for consideration.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Parks & Recreation Meeting - 09/09/25","oneSentenceSummary","The Corona Parks and Recreation Commission on Tuesday voted 5-0 to recommend that City Council approve a memorandum of understanding with OC Marathon LLC to stage a new 5K, the \"Corona 5000,\" that will loop Grand Boulevard and finish at the historic civic center.","taxTitle","Corona City, Riverside County, California","taxId",5799,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6473640,"Staff preview fall events, introduce new recreation manager and LMD inspector, and report maintenance updates",2131,353000,2484000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5744739-d119ad0b4cf9ad52cbf7dc8b1368f0bc&start=353&end=2484","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5744739-d119ad0b4cf9ad52cbf7dc8b1368f0bc/thumbnail_353000.jpg","/articles/6473640/Corona-City/Riverside-County/California/Staff-preview-fall-events-introduce-new-recreation-manager-and-LMD-inspector-and-report-maintenance-updates","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6473640-aadb2aad26e99f31c26fa8ff9786563c/orig.mp4?Expires=1771205770&Signature=bHljorDCGYD-YsFg5VAGKXiN4Guh3nQk56rD4gjz~p4NXC1xBXE2fcJ11nHez0t-j7EFt4C7WToTJZqksM7Gz6IwbjyDeVXK6rEQa-eJvOq1FiaaZGxh48UNNCnR48NngUEGtz9NC~uPojeyNAzHPePH08-EASszRzzCkKKn6Tcd7rT-S2jkcNiOpzkRPazYbzrm75~OWB~a8wDrlMTtYXC~olXAol5dPEfkkIx2Gz3YXAsZhT8cUBzsNkexdYiTnfoXP9DHrm6saBZF7CKdIa3QOT-g1yeWwoRG5EfHNo0ZLplW2fKZ-OmzY1bb9ezYOYrd2eyxmRwJnmYiJhiU0Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","City recreation and parks staff used the commission meeting to introduce new personnel, review fall programming and report maintenance and capital-work updates for parks and landscape maintenance districts.

Monique Leon introduced herself as the city’s new Recreation Services Manager and outlined upcoming fall events and programming. “I am Monique Leon. I am the new recreation services manager,” she said, then summarized fall event dates, HCC theater programming and recreation registration numbers: staff reported seven kids‑club locations with 501 registered participants and about 245 on the wait list for after‑school programs.

Parks and Trails Manager Edgar Cortez introduced David Brooks as the city’s first dedicated LMD inspector. Cortez said Brooks had previously worked for the City of Menifee and would oversee inspection, punch lists, irrigation checks and contractor accountability in the city’s LMDs. Staff also reported they had terminated one underperforming contractor for South Corona and retained Integrity Arborscape, which began work and is expected to make visible improvements in two to three weeks. Cortez said the city is planning a capital improvement project for Zone 20 to address aging plant material and irrigation.

Staff reported recent accomplishments from community volunteer efforts: Corona Beautiful volunteers planted 55 trees on River Road during an August cleanup event. The civic center sign was refurbished and relocated to a courtyard with new lettering, LED lighting and new landscaping. Summer field renovations were completed and included irrigation repairs, sodding of bare areas and aeration; staff said they have increased pre‑ and post‑season walk‑throughs with youth leagues.

Senior center programming was also discussed: staff said the monthly senior dinner had 70 registered participants and clarified the event fee is $8. Staff said the senior events are highly subscribed and that lottery systems are used where space is limited.

Administrative votes earlier in the meeting included approval of the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed 4-0) and passage of the consent calendar (motion passed 5-0). Commissioners asked staff to continue outreach on landscape maintenance complaints through SeeClickFix and said they welcomed the new LMD inspector and the parks maintenance progress.

No formal action was taken on the other administrative items beyond the routine votes noted above.","Parks staff introduced new Recreation Services Manager Monique Leon and the city’s first dedicated Landscape Maintenance District (LMD) inspector, David Brooks; staff reported contractor changes in South Corona, a Civic Center sign refurbishment, 55 trees planted on River Road, summer field renovations, and activity counts for fall programming.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6473644,"Commission selects redesigned playgrounds at four parks; Measure X funds project",2250,5430000,7680000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5744739-d119ad0b4cf9ad52cbf7dc8b1368f0bc&start=5430&end=7680","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5744739-d119ad0b4cf9ad52cbf7dc8b1368f0bc/thumbnail_5430000.jpg","/articles/6473644/Corona-City/Riverside-County/California/Commission-selects-redesigned-playgrounds-at-four-parks-Measure-X-funds-project","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6473644-5bd3128aea95c2cbda98b1df1da667d8/orig.mp4?Expires=1771205770&Signature=iOnL524SkK6iUKpLwkUf~teu8FCA3XYlRMVAIQGBEvBeumwP~u3P5EHPnaC39jIZsK0rpQBW7K17~ZERvvsqcvfeIQWSyCc98D5ek5W29XXHAfxw3eCBP5l-xfdLoHFLgqSBUjJQY2Hcx1eGkdfmE98Ske26nO0krYnFoBuuHt5UOsfql~NugXQKINhENAd9DW5umFVPP2YDE4nSBbqGg57Ji0~r8r1uMeHa1rRbUryEpVLCWT-7W7efrvELLremPzXDv1aYyOcrWvw6ti1MVqnH8kU7za0cChN8q4qc0sK6cSkf4Op9Z4EjxyRHdYjJA8nkX-Oq9zSHsu7GUNlJlw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Corona Parks and Recreation Commission on Tuesday reviewed proposed replacement playground designs for four parks and agreed on final options so staff can apply for a manufacturer grant and proceed to procurement.

Project manager Miss Martin said the four playgrounds were identified in a 2020 park assessment and that the replacements are fully funded by Measure X sales tax. \"The project's fully funded by measure x sales tax,\" Martin told the commission as she presented two design options for each site.

Commissioners selected the following options: Mangalore Park (Option 1), Butterfield Park (Option 1), River Road Park (Option 2) and Brentwood Park (Option 2). Staff said the playground manufacturer is offering a grant program that requires design selections in order to apply; the grant deadline cited in the presentation is October 17.

Designs incorporate inclusive elements and additional shade structures. Staff said the procurement schedule would include final construction documents and a planned bid process late in the year or early next year, with construction following award.

Commissioners requested minor modifications as part of final design work, including additional benches, selected inclusive swings and extra shade plantings. Vice Chair Boggs moved the commission’s recommendation, Commissioner Munoz seconded, and the motion passed 5-0.

Action: The commission approved staff to finalize selected designs and pursue the equipment manufacturer grant and procurement process.","The commission selected design options for playground replacements at Mangalore, Butterfield, River Road and Brentwood parks and authorized staff to pursue a manufacturer grant and move to procurement; the project is funded by Measure X sales tax revenue and the commission voted 5-0 on the recommended options.","actionData","errors"]

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Parks commission recommends MOU with OC Marathon to return historic Corona 5000 road race

Staff preview fall events, introduce new recreation manager and LMD inspector, and report maintenance updates

Commission selects redesigned playgrounds at four parks; Measure X funds project