Hemet Measure Q: remaining open houses set; one-cent sales tax on Nov. 3 ballot
Hemet’s Measure Q, a one-cent local sales tax on the Nov. 3, 2026 ballot, has two remaining city open houses at Hemet Public Library after a Sept. 16 session. The city’s FAQ says the tax would generate approximately $16 million a year.
Ryon Dierck starts today as Hemet Fire Chief
The city named former Montclair Fire Chief Ryon Dierck as Hemet Fire Chief. He begins Sept. 14, 2026, according to a Sept. 8 press release.
Hemet appoints Cameron Phillips Extra Help Fire Chief
Council approved Resolution 2026-153 appointing Cameron Phillips Extra Help Fire Chief effective Sept. 14 as a temporary CalPERS retired annuitant.
Hemet holds closed session today on city manager hire
Special City Council closed session is 2 p.m. Thursday on appointing a city manager and meeting with labor negotiators.
How They Voted: Hemet introduces SKR fees 4-1; fleet passes 5-0
Hemet City Council introduced Ordinance 2081 on kangaroo-rat fees 4-1, with Mayor Pro Tem Joe Males voting no. A $943,305.93 police fleet buy with $342,000 Measure U passed 5-0.
