New Resident Resources Directory

You might call us biased, but we love living in Redlands. Our charming, beautiful town offers a wealth of community events, great places to eat, good schools, and more. But we know that sometimes finding the right resources, especially right after you move, can be tough. The following is a comprehensive list of places to help you get acclimated. 

Something you need not on this list? Please let us know. We’d love to connect you with the right resource!

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Animals

• A Doggy’s Guide to Redlands
• Redlands Animal Shelter & Control: 504 N. Kansas Street, Redlands CA 92373. 909-798-7644 or Fax (909) 335-4773
• Redlands Animal Hospital: 1093 W. Colton Ave. Redlands. 909-793-2181
• Redlands Dog Park: The Redlands Dog Park is located in the northwest corner of Ford Park Adjacent to the Fire Prevention Demonstration Garden. Directions
• City Code for animals (chicken's, rabbits, etc) on your property
• Dog friendly restaurants: Dog friendly patios/outdoor seating click here
• Dog & Cat Boarding and Sitting
• Dog and Cat Resources
• License your dogs: If you reside inside the City limits and own a dog, you must secure a City dog license for your pet. Your dog is required by law to be licensed by four (4) months of age. You must obtain a State approved rabies vaccination for your dog that must be administered by a licensed veterinarian. The vet will provide you with a rabies certificate. This certificate must be presented to the City Treasurer’s office as proof of vaccination when you purchase your dog’s license. The City Treasurer’s Office is located at 35 Cajon St., Suite 15B, and can be reached by calling 798-7544. This first vaccination will be good for a 12-month period. The license will also be good for one year. When the dog is re-vaccinated, the vaccine will protect your pet for a three-year period but a City license must be purchased yearly. The license fee for a one year period is $23. If your pet has been surgically altered (spayed or neutered) your license fee will be $16. You must show proof of this surgery with a certificate of sterilization. Your rabies vaccination protects your pet against the deadly rabies virus. The State of California is still considered a rabies state. The City of Redlands has had ten (10) bats test positive in a three-year period. This is reason enough to abide by vaccination laws. Your City license assists in providing proof of vaccination and is a great way for shelter staff to identify your animal should your dog be impounded. Shelter staff will be able to trace the license number directly to you and will be able to notify you immediately that your dog has been picked up. You then can be reunited with your animal quickly.

Banking

• Alta Vista Credit Union

Building or Selling in Redlands

• Building Permits: Building & Safety, Civic Center, 35 Cajon Street, #20. 909-798-7536
• Business Licenses: Revenue Division, Civic Center, 35 Cajon Street, #15B. (909) 798-7551
• Quality of Life Department (Reserving Parks): Civic Center, 35 Cajon Street, #222. 909-798-7655
• Recreation Division: Community Center, 111 West Lugonia. 909-798-7579
• Zoning Information: Planning/Community Development. 35 Cajon Street, #20, 909-798-7555 Title 15: BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION Code

Civic Services

• Change your address at the Post Office: Locations & hours
• Library card: A.K. Smiley Public Library - 125 W. Vine Street 909-798-7565
• Redlands Schools: Click here for all schools in Redlands
• Update your vehicle information: California Department of Motor Vehicles 1659 W Lugonia Ave (800) 777-0133. Some transactions can be carried out online
• Voter Registration: Registration forms are available at most post offices, libraries, or an online voter registration request form is available at the Secretary of State's web-site

Colleges & Universities

• California State University: 5500 University Pkwy, San Bernardino 909-880-5000
• Crafton Hills College: 11711 Sand Canyon Rd. Yucaipa 909-794-2161
• Loma Linda University: 11234 Anderson, Loma Linda 909-558-1000
• San Bernardino Valley College: 701 South Mount Vernon Ave. San Bernardino, CA 92410 909-384-4400
• University of Redlands: 1200 E. Colton, Redlands 909-793-2121

Emergency

• Police, Fire, Ambulance: 911
• Poison Control: 1-800-876-7466
• Police (Business): 909-798-7681
• Fire (Business): 909-798-7600

Government and Non-Profit Resources

• Department of Motor Vehicles: Redlands Office - 1659 W. Lugonia Avenue 1-800-777-0133
• Department of Public Social Services: 881 W. Redlands Blvd 909-307-1855
• Family Services Association: 402 W Colton Avenue 909-793-2673
• Habitat for Humanity: 909-381-4238
• Salvation Army: 838 Alta Street 909-792-6868
• San Bernardino Hall of Records: 909-387-8314
• Social Security: Redlands Office- 461 Tennessee 1-800-772-1213

Hospitality, Dining, and Shopping

• Downtown Redlands
• Redlands Shopping Guide
• Restaurant, Food & Fine Dining Directory

Legal

• Local Law Offices

Library

• A.K. Smiley Public Library: 125 W. Vine Street 909-798-7565
• Armacost Library: University of Redlands 909-748-8022

Medical

• Kaiser Permanente: 1301 California Street, 1-888-750-0036
• Loma Linda University Medical Center: 11234 Anderson 909-558-4000
• Optum: 2 West Fern Street, 909-793-3311
• Primecare Medical Group: 1915 West Redlands Blvd., 909-350-0703
• Redlands Community Hospital: 350 Terracina Blvd. (909) 335-500
• Redlands Urgent Care Center: 245 Terracina Blvd., #102 in Redlands. (909) 792-2605. Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Every day of the year.
• Psychological and Counseling Services
• Redlands’ Top Dentists

Newspapers

• Redlands Community Newspaper: (909) 335-6100

Personal Services

• Day Spas
• Gyms & Fitness Studios
• Hair

Residential Services

• AC/Heating, Plumbing, Solar - Service & repair
• Handyman
• Home Security
• Interior Design
• Lawncare & Landscaping
• Pest Control
• Pool & Spa Care
• Real Estate
• Redlands Lock and Key - Commercial, residential, industrial, automotive locksmith services since 2002.
• Senior Housing and Seniors Services

Transportation

• Greyhound Bus- 1-800-231-2222
• Metrolink "Arrow"
• Omnitrans- 1-800-966-6428

U.S. Post Offices

• 201 Brookside Avenue
• 404 New York Street
• 1900 W. Redlands Blvd
• 1-800-275-8777

Utilities

• Consumer Affairs Internet Service Providers
• Electricity: Southern California Edison is committed to providing our customers with reliable, high-quality service. If you are new to the Southern California area and need to apply for new service, you can use this safe and secure request form to start your new service account. You can also call our 24-hour Customer Service line at 1-800-655-4555. Online Forms
• Waste Management: City of Redlands 909.798.7516 customer service & billing. Water and sewer after hours emergencies call 909.798.7681. Office: 35 Cajon Street Suite 15-B
• Water: More than 75,000 residents in Redlands, Mentone, parts of Crafton Hills and San Timoteo Canyon, and a small part of San Bernardino depend on Redlands Municipal Utilities & Engineering Department to provide water service to their homes and businesses. By supplying a blend of local groundwater, local surface water, and imported water from the State Water Project, Redlands Municipal Utilities & Engineering Department is able to meet the daily demands of these customers. Call 909-798-7698 to see who is your water provider. East Redlands water provider is Western Heights Water: 909.790.1901
• Gas: The Gas Company 800.427.2200 or online
• Water and Sewer: 909-798-7516
• Heating & AC Service
• Electrical
• Waste: City of Redlands 909-798-7529
• Refuse & Disposal: Dump: 800-722-8004. Ordinary Refuse up to 300 lbs. excluding tires- $12.97

Volunteer Opportunities

There are many organizations in Redlands that offer ways to connect and volunteer. Browse our list of places that offer volunteer opportunities.

• Volunteering in Redlands