🌺 2026 Temecula State of the City Address | Mayor Jessica Alexander 🌺

Mayor Jessica Alexander delivers Temecula's 2026 State of the City address at Pechanga Resort Casino — featuring major announcements, inspiring stories, and a few surprises along the way. What do Temecula residents actually know about their mayor? Find out in the opening street interview segment before Mayor Alexander takes the stage to share everything happening across the city right now — from major freeway and infrastructure projects to an exciting wave of new businesses, restaurants, and entertainment venues coming to Old Town and the Promenade. Highlights include the City reaching 100% debt-free status in just two months — two years ahead of schedule — saving nearly $50 million in interest. French Valley Parkway Phase 3 is in design, the I-15 Smart Freeway pilot is complete, and Murrieta Creek flood control is underway. Learn about the MSJC University Center expansion, Cal State San Marcos at Temecula, the TVE2 business incubator's national recognition, and manufacturers like a global hydrogen fuel cell company and NatureVet calling Temecula home. The address also honors Fire Chief John Crater, who drove through active flames during the 2024 Airport Fire to rescue trapped residents — and will receive the Governor's Medal of Valor — and recognizes the Riverside County Sheriff's Office for driving burglaries down 47% in three years. Plus: A hot sauce challenge with the City Council, a beautiful tribute to the Rose Haven Heritage Garden, a standing ovation for Temecula's veterans, and a call to action for the City's first Citywide Day of Service on October 17th. 🔔 Subscribe for City of Temecula news and event coverage. 🌐 TemeculaCA.gov