Jurupa Valley, Calif. (January 17, 2024) — The City of Jurupa Valley is pleased to announce its successful acquisition of the Organized Retail Theft Prevention (ORTP) Grant Program in collaboration with the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office Jurupa Valley Station. The $2,219,710 grant, administered by the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC), aims to tackle the escalating issue of organized motor vehicle and retail theft within Jurupa Valley, enhancing public safety and safeguarding local businesses.
“The City of Jurupa Valley is grateful for the support of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office and looks forward to the positive impact that the Organized Retail Theft Prevention Grant Program will have on the community,” Mayor Guillermo Silva said. “Together, we are taking proactive steps to create a safer and more secure environment for all residents and businesses in Jurupa Valley.”
The comprehensive project will include the installation of 60 advanced cameras, equipped with Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) technology, strategically placed throughout the City. In addition to the camera deployment, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office will create a Jurupa Valley Vehicle Theft Task Force, dedicated to investigating and combating motor vehicle theft — including cargo and catalytic converter theft within the City.
Furthermore, the project will establish a Small Business Retail Theft Prevention (SBRTP) Program, supported by a new program coordinator. This initiative aims to empower local businesses with the knowledge and resources needed to proactively safeguard against organized retail theft. The SBRTP Program will provide training, educational materials and support to small businesses, fostering a collaborative effort to deter criminal activities and protect the community’s economic interests.
“The Organized Retail Theft Prevention Program is a crucial step towards enhancing the safety and security of Jurupa Valley,” expressed Lieutenant John Shulda, Riverside County Sheriff’s Office Jurupa Valley Station. “By combining technology with community engagement, we are creating a formidable force against organized crime. The partnership with the City of Jurupa Valley reflects our shared commitment to protect our residents and businesses, making our community a safer place for everyone.”
About the City of Jurupa Valley
The City of Jurupa Valley was incorporated on July 1, 2011, by a group of passionate community volunteers. It is proud to be the 482nd City in California and the 28th City in Riverside County. With a population of 105,053, the city covers a 44-square mile area encompassing the communities of Jurupa Hills, Mira Loma, Glen Avon, Pedley, Indian Hills, Belltown, Sunnyslope, Crestmore Heights and Rubidoux. The City of Jurupa Valley today is a welcoming, thriving community with a mix of high and low-density residential development, rural farming and other agricultural activities. For more information, please visit JurupaValley.org.