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EL CHICANo Weekly

Vol 62, NO. 11

February 13, 2025

San Bernardino Appoints Tanya Romo as Acting City Manager— But Where Does That Leave Rochelle Clayton?

Despite speculation, Clayton remains in her position as deputy city manager, while Romo steps into the acting city manager role until a permanent hire is made. The city's leadership structure currently consists of:

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Acting City Manager – Tanya Romo, responsible for overseeing city operations and day-to-day management.

Assistant City Manager – Fred Luis, supporting long-term administrative functions.

Deputy City Manager – Rochelle Clayton, managing programs and services under the city and assistant city manager.

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Tanya Romo (left) steps in as San Bernardino’s acting city manager, while Rochelle Clayton (right) remains in her role as deputy city manager amid the city’s leadership transition.

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he San Bernardino City Council unanimously appointed Tanya Romo as acting city manager during a closed session meeting on Feb. 10, marking a key development as the city prepares for a nationwide search for a permanent city manager, a process expected to take two to six months.

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The decision follows months of uncertainty regarding city leadership, with com-

munity members previously advocating for Rochelle Clayton to be appointed as the permanent city manager. Clayton, who was hired as deputy city manager on April 15, 2024, has nearly 30 years of experience in public agencies across the Inland Empire, including serving as assistant city manager for the City of Menifee. In October 2024, the city council voted to offer her the permanent city manager position, but the contract never returned for final approval.

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recall effort led by The People of San Bernardino targeting Ward 1 City Councilmember Theodore Sanchez is gaining traction, with organizers citing misrepresentation, inaction, and obstruction of legislation as primary reasons for his removal.

The campaign has already surpassed the initial signature requirement and is preparing for the next steps toward a special election.

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“We have all the signatures we need and exceeded the amount,” said Arthur Anderson, executive director of The People of San Bernardino. “We needed 60 signatures, and we have over 100.”

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Sanchez, first elected in November 2018, is currently serving his second term, representing a ward of approximately 20,000 residents.

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Tensions flared at the Feb. 10 meeting when Ortiz raised concerns over the hiring

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“I want the community to understand that this decision is in the best interest of our city,” Ortiz said. “While Councilmembers Knauss, Sanchez, Shorett, and Ibarra may not have supported the process, we are moving forward with recruiting a permanent city manager, and this appointment is part of that preparation.”

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The appointment of an acting city manager is a temporary measure as San Bernardino moves forward with its recruitment process. Councilmember Treasure Ortiz, who made the motion to appoint Romo, emphasized that this decision was part of the city’s preparation for that transition.

PHOTO MANNY SANDOVAL San Bernardino Ward 1 Councilman Theodore Sanchez addressing the crowd at the 5th Street Gateway ribbon cutting in April 2024, ahead of the recall efforts.

However, he secured re-election in 2022 with fewer than 1,000 votes, a statistic that

recall proponents say reflects a lack of genuine community support.

“He keeps getting elected because of the fliers voters receive in the mail,” Anderson said. “Nine out of ten doors I knocked on signed the recall petition. When I meet with business leaders and community coalitions, they tell the same story—Sanchez doesn’t respond, and when he does, it’s just to talk, with no action.”

For Anderson, the recall effort stems from a larger issue: who Sanchez is truly serving in office.

“The only people who have positive views of him are the ones funding his campaign,” Anderson claims.

Concerns Over Business Neglect and Political Ties Residents and business owners in Ward 1 have expressed frustration over unaddressed issues, Recall cont. next pg.

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City Manager (cont.)

- process for a consultant brought in to assist with the transition. She questioned why the contract had not been publicly executed or approved by the council.

“Would we not need a publicly executed contract approved by council to come forward first to work with a consultant?” Ortiz asked. “And why was it not agendized the same way it was last time if that is what we are doing?”

The city attorney, Albert Maldonado (from BBK), responded that the contract did not require public approval because the agreement fell under the city clerk’s signing authority, which applies to expenditures below $50,000—far below the $100,000 threshold that would have required a council vote.

“There is no contract prepared.

There is nothing before the council,” the attorney said. “No, we do not need to approve this publicly.

It's under the signing authority, so because of the dollar threshold, it does not have to come in open session to be approved.”

Ortiz pushed back, stating that similar contracts had historically been brought before the council for transparency.

“I've always seen contracts come before council, so I just want to make sure,” she said.

“Because as we have been previously agendizing this topic—that is where my concern comes from.”

Councilmember Fred Shorett dismissed the discussion, interrupting Ortiz’s questioning.

“Is this an appropriate discussion? This is not agendized. This is not a procurement process,” Shorett said, raising his voice.

“You answered the question that she [the city clerk] has authority to sign.”

Theodore Councilmember Sanchez, who is facing a recall effort, insisted that the hiring process had been properly directed.

“Yes, yes it was, we directed staff,” Sanchez said.

Ortiz countered, pointing out that the city attorney—not staff— had been given direction, raising concerns over who actually had signing authority.

“No, we directed the city attor-

ney, and the city attorney does not have signing authority in our city,” Ortiz said. “Which is why I'm asking for clarification under our procurement standards.”

The city attorney attempted to halt the discussion, stating, “My advice is we are getting into the substance of what was discussed in closed session, so I don't want us to go any further.”

Ortiz remained firm, stressing that transparency was essential.

“What I don't want to see happen is that because people believe something can and cannot be said in closed session, we are then going to come to the public and go in another direction,” she said.

“The direction was very clear. I don’t feel comfortable having a consultant come into the room if we are not going through the correct procurement process. I want to make sure there are no missteps in what should have been done publicly.”

Maldonado maintained that “no missteps have been made.”

To address confusion surrounding the leadership transition, Ortiz announced she will host a Facebook Live at 7 p.m. on Feb. 11 to provide additional details and clarify the council’s decision.

“Many people do not realize that San Bernardino has an acting city manager, an assistant city manager, and a deputy city manager,” Ortiz said. “Tanya Romo is acting city manager until a permanent hire is made, and Rochelle Clayton remains in her deputy city manager role.”

Romo, who has worked for the City of San Bernardino for more than 15 years, has held several key positions, including deputy city manager, neighborhood & customer service operations manager, assistant to the city manager, and executive assistant to the city manager. Before joining San Bernardino’s administration, she held executive and administrative roles at the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority and the City of Montebello.

As acting city manager, Romo will oversee city operations until a permanent city manager is hired, a process that could take up to six months. Her first city council meeting in her new role is scheduled for Feb. 19 at the Feldheym Library, with closed session at 4 p.m. and open session at 5 p.m.

Recall (cont.)

- such as inadequate street lighting and neglected parks along Mt. Vernon Avenue.

“They would reach out to him, and nothing was done,” Anderson said. “It wasn’t until David Friedman, co-owner of Realicore Real Estate and our group started organizing that he finally began to respond.”

Despite Sanchez’s City of San Bernardino biography stating he is “accountable and accessible to the community,” Anderson claims otherwise.

“The recall is about misrepresentation and obstruction of legislation,” Anderson said. “He was once active, but after the Valdivia incidents that he was tied into, he pulled back.”

Sanchez’s political ties to former Mayor John Valdivia have been a point of contention for recall proponents.

“I think it started from the beginning—his political power came from [former Mayor] Valdivia and [former Councilmember] Henry Nickel,” Anderson said. “They grew up in this political arena together. When Valdivia gained political power, he brought in his friends. Their strategy is promising everything and delivering nothing.”

Anderson pointed to San Bernardino’s cannabis policy and corruption scandals as examples of Sanchez’s shifting political stance.

“I remember pushing for Measures W and X, and those three—Valdivia, Nickel, and Sanchez—were taking cash donations,” Anderson said. “And when Valdivia fell from grace, Sanchez acted like none of that happened.”

Anderson says he personally met with Sanchez to discuss cannabis business regulations and community involvement, but found his position inconsistent.

Local Business Owners Speak Out Sanchez’s alleged inaction has also drawn criticism from local business owners, who say they have lost trust in his leadership.

“We’re not going to sit back. We’re going to organize and demand that what we want as a community is being carried out,” said BJ Sims, a resident, business owner in Ward 1, and pastor who is a vocal member of the coalition.

Sims highlighted persistent issues such as poor street lighting and rampant vandalism in downtown San Bernardino, particularly near his business, The City Center SB, which has been targeted by multiple break-ins.

“Sanchez is not showing up for what matters in the community,” Sims said. “We’ve been sitting here without street lights and experiencing break-ins non-stop, and he hasn’t been here once — that’s a lack of concern.”

“As business owners, we don’t even consider calling Sanchez for assistance anymore because he never shows support for us in the area,” Sims added.

process before a special election can be scheduled: Gather Initial Signatures – Recall organizers must collect an initial number of valid voter signatures to initiate the process. For Sanchez, 60 signatures were required, and organizers submitted over 100.

City Clerk Review – Once signatures are submitted, the San Bernardino City Clerk has 10 days to review and approve the petition.

Official Recall Notice – If approved, Sanchez will be formally served with the recall notice and given one week to respond.

Gather Additional Signatures – Organizers must then collect approximately 897 additional signatures from registered voters in Ward 1 to qualify the recall for the ballot.

Verification Process – The San Bernardino County Registrar of Voters will verify the collected signatures to ensure they meet the legal threshold.

Election Date Set – If the required number of signatures is verified, a recall election will be scheduled, allowing voters to decide whether Sanchez should be removed from office.

Ballot Vote – Voters will cast ballots on whether Sanchez should be recalled. If a majority votes "Yes," Sanchez will be removed from office.

Growing Movement for Change The recall effort is set to escalate in March 2025, when organizers will begin gathering 897 signatures to qualify the recall for the ballot.

Meanwhile, a similar campaign against Councilmember Fred Shorett is expected to begin soon.

Anderson expects resistance.

“There’s been talk that Sanchez and the council have enough influence to convince the city clerk not to process the paperwork,” he said.

“But we’re prepared to file an injunction and hire legal counsel if necessary.”

Sanchez, whose current term ends in 2026, previously defended his record, telling Inland Empire Community News in September 2024: "During my time in office, the City of San Bernardino has exited bankruptcy and achieved financial stability. Tens of millions of dollars have been invested in the city’s aging infrastructure, and more police officers patrol our streets than at any other time in the past twelve years.”

While acknowledging room for improvement, Sanchez added: "I admit, I should do more to communicate the work that is being done, and I will work towards improving that communication.”

Residents interested in supporting the recall can visit peopleofsanbernardino.com to sign up as petition gatherers or neighborhood representatives.

Steps in the Recall Process The recall effort follows a structured legal

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Public Safety

Op-Ed

Redlands Man Arrested for Murder in 2022 Fentanyl Overdose Death of 18-Year-Old

A Call for Accountability and Student Safety in Rialto Unified School District

By Manny Sandoval

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24-year-old Redlands man was arrested Tuesday, Feb. 5th, 2025 on suspicion of murder in connection with the 2022 overdose death of an 18-year-old man, police said.

Redlands Police took David De La Cruz into custody at a business in Beaumont following a warrant issued Jan. 31. He was booked at the Central Detention Center in San Bernardino and is being held on $1 million bail.

The investigation began on Jan. 16, 2022, when Redlands Police and Redlands Fire Department paramedics responded to a residence in the 900 block of Ohio Street. Upon arrival, they found 18-year-old David Arreguin unresponsive. Paramedics pronounced him dead at the scene.

Investigators from the Redlands Police Department Special Enforcement Team determined Arreguin’s death was drug-in-

duced based on evidence at the scene. De La Cruz was later identified as the individual suspected of supplying Arreguin with fentanyl.

In October 2022, investigators interviewed De La Cruz regarding Arreguin’s death. He was arrested for possession of a controlled substance for sale, and the case was forwarded to the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office for review.

Redlands Chief of Police Rachel Tolber commended the investigative work that led to the arrest.

“We know that overdoses from fentanyl and other drugs cause destruction in our community and immeasurable pain and heartache to the friends and family of those whose lives are lost,” Tolber said. “I’m proud of our investigators for the work they’ve done and grateful for the partnership we have with the District Attorney in continuing to collaborate on this case to provide justice and some measure of closure to Mr. Arreguin’s

loved ones.”

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San Bernardino County District Attorney Jason Anderson said his office believes the evidence supports the charge of murder.

s a community leader, father, grandfather, and small business advocate, I feel compelled to respond to the recent statements made by Rialto Unified School Board Trustee Edgar Montes, which were misleading but also meant to distract attention from the true issues at hand.

“Our office remains committed to thoroughly reviewing fentanyl overdose deaths, and in this case, we believe we have enough evidence to support the charge of murder beyond reasonable doubt,” Anderson said.

“We thank Redlands Police for their investigative efforts and apprehension of the defendant.”

Anyone with information regarding the case or other criminal activity is asked to contact Redlands Police Dispatch at (909) 798-7681 ext. 1. Nonemergency crimes may be reat online ported www.cityofredlands.org/reportcrime. Suspicious activity and tips can also be submitted through the City of Redlands 311 mobile app, available for Android and iOS devices.

Colton: Three Individuals Arrested and Twenty-Seven Drivers Cited At DUI Checkpoint

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n February 8, 2025, the Colton Police Department conducted a DUI and driver's license checkpoint in the 1600 block of S. La Cadena Drive, from 7 p.m. to 3 a.m.

A total of 862 vehicles passed through the checkpoint, with 520 screened for signs of intoxication or driving without a

license. Officers made two DUI arrests and apprehended a third individual on a felony burglary warrant.

Additionally, 27 drivers received citations for traffic-related offenses. DUI checkpoint locations are chosen based on reported incidents of impaired driving-related crashes.

The primary objective of these checkpoints is to enhance

public safety by removing suspected impaired drivers from the roads.

Further DUI checkpoints will be conducted in the future at undisclosed locations. This checkpoint was funded by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

San Bernardino Police Arrest 3 for DUI, Cite 109 During Enhanced Patrols

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n February 1, 2025, the San Bernardino Police Department intensified its crackdown on impaired driving, arresting three individuals on suspicion of DUI during special patrols aimed at promoting roadway safety.

The operations also led to citations for 109 drivers and the arrest of 18 individuals for operating vehicles without a li-

cense or with a suspended license. An additional 10 were taken into custody for various other criminal activities.

Sergeant Siems of the San Bernardino Police stressed the importance of the initiative.

"We are committed to taking impaired drivers off the road," he said. "Driving under the influence is not only dangerous, but it also carries major consequences." He highlighted that those charged with a first-time DUI could face up to $13,500

in fines and penalties, along with a suspended driver's license.

The San Bernardino Police Department announced plans to continue a series of DUI enforcement patrols throughout the year, funded by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. These efforts are part of a broader strategy to ensure the safety of all road users.

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While addressing issues like power misuse, contract mishandling, and vendor equity in Rialto Unified is important, our top priority must be refocusing on the safety and well-being of our children—the very reason school districts exist.

Edgar Montes accuses me and others of 'leaking one-sided information' and causing 'reputational harm' to his family business. This unfounded rhetoric is a clear attempt to deflect responsibility.

What he calls a 'leak' is, in fact, a formal public complaint against the distric, a matter of public record.

Recently, as a Rialto School Board Trustee, Edgar Montes backed a controversial warehouse project before the City Council— one benefiting his own business interests despite opposition from over 2,600 community members, including myself. advocating for student health and safety. Notably, this coincided with RUSD cutting ties with my family business, Inland Body and Paint Center Montes’s claims of “baseless rumors” do not hold water. The issues arose when I began to question the integrity of the district’s decision-making processes—specifically the lack of transparent vendor protocols.

As a small business advocate, I became vocal about these matters after it appeared that my business was being retaliated against due to personal conflicts with Edgar Montes.

The facts are that my advocacy was prompted by a deep concern for our community and the students we serve. I have documented evidence of my inquiries regarding contracts with the district, which began long before any controversy surrounding Dr. Avila’s leave of absence.

Furthermore, the insinuation

that I am involved in a “quid pro quo relationship” with Dr. Avila, as alleged by Edgar Montes, is not only defamatory but also detrimental to the conversation we should be having. My business has provided quality services to the district, ensuring that school buses are maintained efficiently. I have always adhered to proper protocols and procedures in our business dealings. The real issue here is a potential abuse of power—one that has stifled opportunities for businesses like mine that aim to contribute positively to the community. Additionally, the bigger question is why does a board member have unilateral authority to make business decisions when clearly, that is not within the purview of their job description.

To this end, I believe an independent investigation is warranted especially since my civil rights, as well as those of other vendors, have been consistently violated through inadequate responses to requests for public records per the California Public Records Act (CPRA). This lack of transparency is illegal and unacceptable.

I cannot stand by and allow Board member Montes to speak for 14 minutes from a prepared statement written for him full of misinformation and personal attacks on my character when the focus should not be on personal grievances or reputational harm; it should be on ensuring that the district operates fairly and transparently. We should be prioritizing the educational and safety needs of students rather than allowing political squabbles to overshadow critical concerns.

Finally, I want to underscore my commitment to the Rialto Unified School District which is rooted in a desire for improvement for students, their educational environment, and for local businesses that wish to contribute to their success. It is regrettable that this situation has unfolded in such a contentious manner, but I stand firm in my belief that uncovering these abuses and policy violations is necessary for a better future for the district. Let’s bring the focus back to what truly matters: providing a high-quality education and safe learning environment for the students of Rialto Unified.

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First pediatric partial heart transplant in southern California at Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital Community News

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oma Linda University Children's Hospital has performed the first pediatric partial heart transplant in southern California, a pioneering procedure that could transform the future of heart valve replacement. The 15-hour procedure was performed by a team led by cardiothoracic surgeon Anees Razzouk, MD, on January 21.

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Twelve-year-old Ymiliano Hernandez recovers at Loma Linda University Children's Hospital after undergoing southern California’s first pediatric partial heart transplant, a groundbreaking procedure that replaced his damaged heart valves with living donor tissue.

Dennis Wilson, Army Veteran and NASA Engineer Who Helped Touch the Moon, Remembered for His Service and Legacy

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ennis Wilson, an Army veteran and NASA communications specialist who played a role in the historic Apollo 11 moon landing, was laid to rest on Jan. 8 at Riverside National Cemetery. Wilson, who dedicated more than 30 years to civil service, died on Oct. 4, 2024, at the age of 77 in Highland, Calif.

Born in Liberty, Missouri, on Nov. 9, 1946, Wilson spent much of his life in Barstow, Calif. where he built a career that spanned military service, law enforcement training, and groundbreaking work in space exploration. His daughter, Cathyleen Wilson Williams, described him as “silly but incredibly intelligent,” recalling how he built small machines that could turn lights on and off.

Wilson enlisted in the U.S. Army and served for six years as a supply clerk, spending four years stationed in Germany before being honorably discharged on Sept. 13, 1970. While in Germany, he became fluent in the language, traveled extensively, and developed a passion for skiing. During the Vietnam War, he managed critical supply chains for the military effort, ensuring the delivery of vehicles, ammunition, and food.

While stationed at Fort Irwin near Barstow, Wilson met his future wife, Pam Wilson, through the United Service Organization (USO), where she was a volunteer. The two married in 1967 as Wilson pursued a career in law enforcement, attending Barstow College with the goal of becoming a police officer.

However, as the Apollo program gained momentum, Wilson’s career took a different path. He was selected to work at NASA’s Goldstone Deep Space Communications Complex, a facility that played a crucial role in space exploration. As part of the ground communications team for Apollo 11, Wilson helped relay transmissions between Earth and the astronauts.

“He was part of the communications team,” Pam Wilson said. “They spoke through ticker tape—it was a precursor to computers. When the astronauts were on the moon, he helped ensure they were never truly alone.”

Pam Wilson recalled watching the moon landing with her eldest daughter Cynthia in 1969. “We sat with Dennis as he ex-

plained everything that was happening,” she said. “He was just 22 years old when he did this, and I was always so proud of him.”

The patient, 12-year-old Ymiliano Hernandez, was born with truncus arteriosus, a rare congenital heart defect in which a single blood vessel exits the heart instead of the usual two, affecting normal blood flow. Hernandez underwent the partial heart transplant that replaced his damaged valves and outflow tracts with living tissue from a donor’s heart. Post-operative ultrasound results revealed that his heart now functions as if he had been born with a normal one.

“By age two, Ymiliano had already undergone two major surgeries, followed by a catheter-based procedure,” said Razzouk. “Later, a valve infection left him facing a fourth major surgery to replace two prosthetic valves. Instead, a partial heart transplant offered a better solution, providing viable tissue that could resist infection, grow with him, and support normal circulation.”

Hernandez’s cardiologist, Natalie Shwaish, MD, said she believes partial

heart transplants are the future of valve replacement for many patients.

"It's incredible to think about the benefits of this approach,” Shwaish said.

“Traditional valve replacements, like those from human cadavers or cows, don't last very long. That means patients often need repeat surgeries an average of every 10 years for the rest of their life.

The risks increase each time the chest is opened, making repeated procedures a significant concern. The other option, mechanical heart valves, require blood thinners which are challenging to manage in children and always have the risk of bleeding."

Key benefits of the procedure are: Potentially longer-lasting solution compared to traditional artificial valves.

The new heart valve grows with the patient, reducing the need for future replacements.

Eliminates the need for lifelong blood thinners, making it safer for active children and future mothers.

Expands the donor pool by using hearts unsuitable for whole transplantation.

The procedure currently requires immunosuppression to prevent rejection which carries risks such as increased infection susceptibility.

Following his work on Apollo 11, Wilson continued at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in Pasadena, later transferring to its Fort Irwin branch, where he contributed to Mars missions and other space exploration efforts.

After his tenure with NASA, Wilson transitioned to a role at the Long Beach Naval Shipyard. However, his career was cut short due to a severe back injury, leading to an unsuccessful surgery and his eventual retirement in 1994. His declining health, coupled with the trauma of war, took a toll on his later years.

“My dad went from being an active, brilliant man to being stuck in a wheelchair, struggling with cataracts and pain,” Cathyleen said. “Like so many veterans from his era, he suffered from PTSD but never talked about it. He saw so much, and it was heartbreaking to watch what happened to him.”

Wilson’s experiences reflected the struggles of many Vietnam-era veterans, who faced scorn upon returning home. “Even if you weren’t physically in Vietnam but worked in support roles, you were still ridiculed,” Cathyleen said. “That affected my dad and so many others.”

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The Apollo 11 Communications 'A' Crew, including Dennis Wilson, worked tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure constant contact with astronauts during humanity’s first moon landing.

Despite his hardships, Wilson left behind a profound legacy. “My dad helped us touch the moon, and I think he deserves to be recognized,” Cathyleen said, her voice breaking. “He contributed to society and the world in ways people don’t always see.

I love that man so much. Every time he called, I came running.”

While separated from Pam, Wilson is survived by his two daughters, Cathyleen, 54, and Cynthia, 55, along with four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. His family is spread across Barstow, Montana, and New York, with Barstow remaining the home base.

To honor his service, Wilson received a certificate from the president and was laid to rest with military honors. His family hopes his story will serve as a reminder of the sacrifices made by veterans and the vital roles played by those working behind the scenes in history-making moments.

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Dennis Wilson with his daughter Cynthia Wilson, his adopted mother Gladys Woodson, and his daughter Cathyleen Wilson Williams, surrounded by family who cherish his legacy.

Inland Empire Community Newspapers • February 13, 2025 • Page A5

Riverside Healthcare Workers Demand Answers on Potential Medicaid Cuts in DC

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Members of the Riverside coalition outside the House of Representatives.

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iverside County healthcare workers headed to Washington, DC this past week to fight Medicaid cuts that could devastate 15 million California residents, including over 200,000 people in Congressmember Ken Calvert’s district alone. Caregivers are paid Congressmember Calvert a visit to demand his direct answer on how he will vote regarding future Medicaid budget proposals.

"Congressman Calvert’s district faces a serious threat," said Tammy Peace, an emergency room nursing assistant

in Palm Springs. "If Medi-Cal funding is slashed, hospitals will be forced to close, and our community will suffer. I want to know if the Congressman will stand up for us. It’s about keeping our hospitals running and jobs in our communities."

In Congressman Calvert’s district, where rural hospitals and clinics serve as lifelines for thousands of families, cuts to Medicaid would have devastating consequences.

Rural hospitals, which operate on thin margins, depend on Medicaid reimbursements to keep their doors open.

Without this funding, entire communities could lose access to emergency care, maternity services, and specialized treatments—forcing patients to travel long distances

for critical care or, worse, go without it altogether.

Medicaid has long enjoyed bipartisan support. More than 91 million Americans—nearly one in four people— depend on Medicaid for their healthcare. A recent Navigator Research poll found that 81% of Americans—including a majority of both Democrats and Republicans—oppose cuts to Medicaid. In recent years, voters in red states including Idaho, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Utah have voted to expand Medicaid access, recognizing the important role the program plays in keeping hospitals open and working families healthy. Full story at IECN.com.

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San Bernardino County Dept. of Behavioral Health Request for Proposals (RFP) Adult Residential Facilities with Social Rehabilitation Treatment Services (ARF with SRTS) RFP DBH #24-82 ePro # DBHE25-ADMN-5677 San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), which may also be referred to as the “County” is seeking proposals from interested and qualified organizations and agencies to provide a proposed plan for the provision of Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) with Social Rehabilitation Treatment Services (SRTS). Proposers must be certified to provide Adult Residential Treatment Services via the Social Rehabilitation Model for clients who are exiting high acuity restrictive residential placements. Contractors will provide a stable and structured program in an unlocked, home-like setting where clients can be expected to acquire and maintain stabilization before they are reintegrated into the community. ARF with SRTS must be available to all San Bernardino County clients, day and night, seven days a week. The Contract period will be for a five (5) year period beginning on July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2030.

A proposal conference will be held via Webex on: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 @ 2:00 p.m. (local time). Please view the RFP in ePro for the WebEx login details and the RFP contact information, which can be accessed as detailed below.

The complete RFP document can be accessed via the County's online Electronic Procurement Network System “ePro” located at: https://wp.sbcounty.gov/purchasing/ In order to do business with the County, you must be registered on the ePro system. For assistance, contact Purchasing at (909) 387-2060. Once you access the ePro system you are able to view and print the RFP. Have a copy of the RFP available to you during the Proposal Conference. All proposals or bids must be received no later than 4:00 P.M. local time on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

CNS-3894960# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 2/13/25 E-869

NOTICE INVITING BIDS Bid No. NSB 2025-26-1 Milk and Dairy Products IS HEREBY NOTICE GIVEN that sealed bids will be received in the Nutrition Services Department of San Bernardino City Unified District, 1257 School Northpark Blvd., San California, Bernardino, 92407, on or before 11:00 a.m. on March 6, 2025, for Milk & Dairy Products, under Bid No. NSB 2025-26-1.

Bid documents required for bidding may be secured at the above department.

Please call Nutrition Services Purchasing Office at 909-881-8000 for more information. Bid/addendum posts: https://sbcusdnutritionservices.org/?page=Bid sandProposals.

The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all bids, and to waive any irregularities or informalities in any bid or in the bidding process, and to accept or reject any items thereon.

By: Joanna Nord, Administrative Analyst Services Nutrition Department San Bernardino City Unified School District 1st Publication: February 13, 2025 2nd Publication: February 20, 2025 Bid Opening: March 6, 2025 at 11:00 a.m.

CNS-3894393# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 2/13, 2/20/25 E-870

Published in Colton Courier C-306 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20240011216 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 12/09/2024 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: NEXT LEVEL TACOS, 1176 E DAVIDSON ST, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 1176 E DAVIDSON ST, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408 # of Employees: 1 Name: ALDO A MARIONI This business is/was conducted by (a/an): INDIVIDUAL Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on DEC 03, 2024 By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ ALDO A MARIONI, OWNER Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code).

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Published in Colton Courier C-307 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250000273 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 01/13/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: LUCKY GREENTHUMB, 257 N CHURCH AVE, RIALTO, CA 92376 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 257 N CHURCH AVE, RIALTO, CA 92376 Name: YVETTE M CALDERON This business is/was conducted by (a/an): INDIVIDUAL Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ YVETTE M CALDERON, OWNER Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a

change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code).

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Published in Colton Courier C-317 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250000479 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 01/17/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: T & I INDUSTRIES LLC, 6948 DINAH CT, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92407 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 6948 DINAH CT, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92407 # of Employees: 0 Name: T & I INDUSTRIES LLC, 6948 DINAH COURT, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92407 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA This business is/was conducted by (a/an): LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on FEB 17, 2023 By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material pursuant to Section matter 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ IDANIA YBARRA, CEO Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code).

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Published in Colton Courier C-318 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250000740 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 01/27/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DIRTY CHOO, 7356 MANDRAKE CT, FONTANA, CA 92336 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 15218 SUMMIT AVE STE 300-535, FONTANA, CA 92336 Name: CHAUNDRA M. THOMPKINS This business is/was conducted by (a/an): INDIVIDUAL Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ CHAUNDRA M. THOMPKINS, OWNER Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code).

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Published in Colton Courier C-319 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250000537 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 01/27/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CASTLE ROCK FAMILY SERVICES, 3281 E GUASTI RD STE 713, ONTARIO, CA 91761 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 3281 E GUASTI RD STE 713, ONTARIO, CA 91761 Name: STACIE PASIMIO, M.S., LMFT, LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST, CORP., 3281 E GUASTI RD STE 713, ONTARIO, CA 91761 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 4279285 This business is/was conducted by (a/an): CORPORATION Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on OCT 01, 2024 By signing, I declare that all infor-

mation in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material pursuant to Section matter 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ STACIE PASIMIO, CEO Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code).

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Published in Colton Courier C-320 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250001142 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 2/05/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: LIGHTNING R.S. ELECTRIC SERVICES, 720 HOLLOWELL ST APT C, ONTARIO, CA 91762 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 1415 E 17TH ST SUITE 260, SANTA ANA, CA 92705 Name: LIGHTNING R.S. ELECTRIC SERVICES CORP, 720 HOLLOWELL ST APT C, ONTARIO, CA 91762 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: 6547856 Inc./Org./Reg. No.: CA This business is/was conducted by (a/an): CORPORATION Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material pursuant to Section matter 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ JUAN P RAMIREZ PALOMINO, CEO Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business Professions Code). and Published 2/13,2/20,2/27,3/6/25

Published in Colton Courier C-321 Abandonment of Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250001337 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 2/07/2025 County of Current Filing: SAN BERNARDINO of Current Filing: Date 06/07/2024 File No.: FBN20240005304 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: TACOS MI CARRETA, 2150 N E ST, SAN BERNARIDNO, CA 92405 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 2150 N E ST, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92405 Name: TACOS MI CARRETA INC, 2150 N E ST, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92405 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 5924955 This business is/was conducted by (a/an): CORPORATION Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ RODOLFO SAENZ, CEO Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code).

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Petitioner or Attorney: Larissa Amelia GonzalesGarcia, 1784 N. Rancho Ave., Colton, CA 92324 Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino, 247 W. 3rd St., San Bernardino, CA 92415, San Bernardino District PETITION OF: Larissa Amelia Gonzales-Garcia, FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CIV SB 2500178 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: Larissa Gonzales-Garcia Amelia filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: Larissa Amelia Gonzales-Garcia to Proposed name: Larissa Amelia Gonzales THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 03/19/25, Time: 8:30 am Dept: S33 The address of the court is: same as noted above A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Colton Courier Dated: JAN 22 2025 Gilbert G. Ochoa Judge of the Superior Court Published Colton Courier 2/6,2/13,2/20,2/27/25 C-310

Published in Colton Courier C-311 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250000930 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 01/31/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ARCOSA CRUSHED CONCRETE, 250 E. SANTA ANA AVE, RIALTO, CA 92316 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 500 N. AKARD ST, SUITE 400, DALLAS, TX 75201 Name: ACC CA, INC., 2655 FIRST STREET, SUITE 210, SIMI VALLEY, CA 93065 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 2936767 This business is/was conducted by (a/an): CORPORATION Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ MARK J. ELMORA, SECRETARY Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code).

Published 2/6,2/13,2/20,2/27/25 Published in Colton Courier C-312 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250000679 Statement filed with the County

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Clerk of San Bernardino 01/23/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CERTERRA PRI BUILDING PRODUCTS, 12130 SANTA MARGARITA COURT, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 12130 SANTA MARGARITA COURT, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 Name: PRI CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS TECHNOLOGIES, LLC, 6408 BADGER DRIVE, TAMPA, FL, 33610 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: FL Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 202463116698 This business is/was conducted by (a/an): LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on JAN 10, 2025 By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ ANAM USMAN, SECRETARY Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code).

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Published in Colton Courier C-313 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250000742 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 01/27/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CERTERRA C BELOW, SUBSURFACE 12130 SANTA MARGARITA CT, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 12130 SANTA MARGARITA CT, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 Name: SITESCAN SUBSURFACE IMAGING, INC., 12130 SANTA MARGARITA CT, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 4579781 This business is/was conducted by (a/an): CORPORATION Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ ANAM USMAN, SECRETARY Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code).

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Published in Colton Courier C-314 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250000863 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 01/30/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CERTERRA RMA GROUP, 12130 SANTA MARGARITA COURT, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 12130 SANTA MARGARITA COURT, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 Name: R M A GROUP, 12130

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SANTA MARGARITA CT, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA This business is/was conducted by (a/an): CORPORATION Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on JAN 10, 2025 By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ ANAM USMAN, SECRETARY Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business Professions Code). and Published 2/6,2/13,2/20,2/27/25

Published in Colton Courier C-315 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250000190 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 01/09/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CARLOS LUXURY BATHCUSTOM ROOMS LLC, 1752 E LUGONIA, STE 117-1195, REDLANDS, CA 92374 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 1752 E LUGONIA, STE 117-1195, REDLANDS, CA 92374 # of Employees: 1 Name: CARLOS COSTOM LUXURY BATHROOMS LLC, 2108 N ST. STE N, SACRAMENTO, CA 95816 State of Inc./Org./Reg.:CA No.: Inc./Org./Reg. 202464913372 This business is/was conducted by (a/an): LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on DEC 13, 2024 By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ MARIA G DIAZ, CEO Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code).

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Published in Colton Courier C-316 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250001082 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 02/04/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: LIDO MOTEL, 1087 W VALLEY BLVD, COLTON, CA 92324 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 1087 W VALLEY BLVD, COLTON, CA 92324 Name: S5 INVESTMENTS LLC, 1087 W VALLEY BLVD., COLTON, CA 92324 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA This business is/was conducted by (a/an): LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on JAN 07, 2025 By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of

a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ SILA RAMACHHITA, MANAGING MEMBER Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business Professions Code). and Published 2/6,2/13,2/20,2/27/25

Published in Colton Courier C-308 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250000462 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 01/16/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: HOUSE OF THE FRETES, 2751 RECHE CANYON RD SPC 4, COLTON, CA 92324 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 2751 RECHE CANYON RD SPC 4, COLTON, CA 92324 # of Employees: 0 Name: ANDREW G FRETE This business is/was conducted by (a/an): INDIVIDUAL Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material pursuant to Section matter 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ ANDREW G FRETE Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code).

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Published in Colton Courier C-309 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250000003 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 01/02/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: THE PUP ESSENTIALS, 586 HOLSTON ST, RIALTO, CA 92377 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 586 HOLSTON ST, RIALTO, CA 92377 Name: DIANA ESPINOZA This business is/was conducted by (a/an): INDIVIDUAL Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ DIANA ESPINOZA, OWNER Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code).

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Eloise Gómez Reyes California State Senator, 29th District Phone: (909) 888-5360 Website: sd29.senate.ca.gov

Joe Baca Jr. San Bernardino County 5th District Supervisor, Vice Chair Phone: (909) 387-4565 Website: bosd5.sbcounty.gov

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