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EL CHICANo Weekly

Vol 62, NO. 31

May 22, 2025

Homelessness Falls 14% in San Bernardino County, Stabilizes in Riverside — But State Cuts Threaten Momentum

By Manny Sandoval

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an Bernardino County recorded a 14.2% decrease in homelessness in 2025, marking the first decline in three years and highlighting the growing impact of regional data-driven strategies.

According to the latest Pointin-Time Count (PITC), conducted on January 23, the number of unsheltered individuals dropped from 3,153 in 2024 to 2,718 in 2025. That decrease follows a 1% increase in 2024.

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“The data from this year is encouraging because it shows that our efforts are making a difference,” said Board of Supervisors Vice Chair and Fifth District Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr., who also chairs the Continuum of Care Board.

“Although our work is far from over, I’m glad to see progress in reducing homelessness.”

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PHOTO MANNY SANDOVAL A 35 year-old unhoused Bloomington man speaking with Supervisor Joe Baca Jr. during the annual PITC.

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The PITC, coordinated by the San Bernardino County Homeless Partnership and Office of Homeless Services, offers a critical snapshot of homelessness that informs

resource allocation and policy.

“Data from this year’s PointIn-Time Count will allow us to effectively address homelessness in our communities and ensure funding is directed to where it’s needed most,” Baca Jr. said.

County leaders credit the decrease to expanded outreach efforts and increased investment in housing infrastructure.

“The county appreciates the funding that has been allocated to support local governments in providing support and services for people experiencing homelessness,” said Marcus Dillard, chief of homeless services.

Dillard added that more than $22 million was secured last year to support permanent housing and critical services.

“Through ongoing outreach events at encampment locations, we’ve been able to connect individuals to shelter, supportive services and permanent housing. We will continue to do all that we can to help resolve Homelessness cont. on next pg.

Inside Stage Red: Fontana’s Bold, Reimagined 500-Seat Venue Backed by Sammy Hagar and IZ Avila

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PHOTO MANNY SANDOVAL Deputy City Manager Phillip Burum, Musician IZ Avila, and Stage Red Manager David Uribe outside of Stage Red on May 9th.

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former 1930s movie theater in the heart of downtown Fontana has been transformed into Stage Red, a sleek, state-of-the-art music venue led by hometown icons Sammy Hagar and IZ Avila. With a sold-out opening night on June 15, 2024, featuring Hagar himself, city officials and artists say the intimate venue marks a new chapter in live entertainment for the Inland Empire.

“Stage Red is not just another concert hall.

It’s a place that makes people say, ‘Wow,’ as

PHOTO MANNY SANDOVAL Sammy Hagar memorabilia encased inside one of the lounges at the venue, where intimate meet and greets are being held.

soon as they walk in,” said David Uribe, venue manager. “Whether it’s rock, jazz, EDM, or local artists, this space is built for top-tier sound and unforgettable experiences.”

The city-owned building at 8463 Sierra Ave. was originally constructed in 1937, purchased in 2003, and reconditioned in 2007. But it wasn’t until Deputy City Manager Phillip Burum and his team teamed up with Hagar’s branding agents and Avila’s creative vision that the longdormant space was reimagined into a nearly 500-seat venue, complete with a fan-first

layout: a general admission pit, tiered mezzanine, 50-seat balcony, and VIP meet-andgreet rooms that double as private DJ lounges for select shows.

“The design is driven by the artists and fans. It’s not about maximizing ticket sales, it’s about maximizing impact,” said Burum.

“This is a community amenity first—something to help rebrand how people see downtown Fontana.”

Burum, a longtime music lover, emphasized the city’s commitment to curating culStage Red cont. on next pg.

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Homelessness (cont.)

- this issue,” he said.

Within San Bernardino County, Redlands has experienced the most significant city-level progress. The number of homeless individuals in Redlands dropped 31% from 213 in 2024 to 146 in 2025, following a 34% drop the previous year.

The city attributes its progress to targeted investments, including a $30 million Homekey grant used to convert a former motel into the Step Up in Redlands supportive housing facility. Since opening in 2023, the facility has offered permanent housing and services to more than 100 individuals.

“Two years of reduction in homelessness, according to the Point-In-Time Count numbers, demonstrate that we are on the right track and making significant progress,” said Redlands City Manager Charlie Duggan.

Riverside, meanwhile, is seeing stabilization in its unsheltered population while increasing placements into shelter and housing. The city reported 614 unsheltered individuals in 2025, holding steady from 605 in 2023, and placed a record 1,687 people into housing during fiscal year 2023–24.

“These data clearly show that our efforts are having a real impact,” said Riverside Mayor Patricia Lock Dawson. “We’re moving in the right direction.”

Riverside County’s Homeless Action Plan outlines a strategy to reach functional zero homelessness through a five-year vi-

sion. The plan includes a 75% increase in permanent housing units, a 25% increase in shelter bed capacity, and a 75% reduction in first-time homelessness.

It also identifies key structural barriers, including a shortage of affordable housing—only 18 affordable and available homes exist per 100 renter households in the region.

“We must focus on keeping people from falling into homelessness just as we now focus on those living on the streets,” said Riverside City Manager Mike Futrell. “That strategy will reduce homelessness more effectively in Riverside.”

Yet even amid the encouraging local progress, state-level uncertainties could jeopardize future gains. The proposed 2025-26 state budget includes no funding for the Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) grant program—previously a vital resource for cities combatting homelessness. “The Governor’s proposal includes zero funding for the Housing, Homeless Assistance and Prevention grant program to support cities’ efforts to prevent and reduce homelessness in our communities,” said Carolyn Coleman, CEO of the League of California Cities.

As Inland Empire jurisdictions push forward, local officials continue to emphasize the importance of collaboration and sustained investment. The gains seen across San Bernardino County, Riverside, and Redlands underscore that when data guides decisions and resources are equitably distributed, real progress is possible.

Stage Red (cont.)

- turally rich programming while helping local youth explore careers in music production and stagecraft. “We’re investing in experience, not just economics,” he said. “Music sets the tone for how a city is perceived, and Fontana deserves to be seen differently.”

Fontana native and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Sammy Hagar lent his name and creative team to the project, while IZ Avila of The Avila Brothers—Grammy winners and the first Mexican Americans to produce a Super Bowl halftime show—has stepped in as the venue’s cultural architect.

“Stage Red is a place I call home,” said Avila, who grew up in neighboring Rialto. “It’s where I can curate experiences that speak to community, education, and entertainment. This venue allows people to get dressed up, feel something real, and see themselves on stage.”

Avila is bringing his DJ mentorship program “All Hands On Decks” to both Rialto and Fontana Unified School Districts this fall. The five-week course, powered by Numark and Rane, blends the fundamentals of DJing with life coaching—an effort he says is aimed at sparking confidence and career aspirations in the region’s youth.

“Our common thread is belief,” said Avila.

“Show kids what it takes to put on a show—from the lights to the boards—and suddenly they can see themselves doing it. This is for Rialto, Fontana, and the whole IE.” Avila added that Stage Red is not just a venue, but a springboard. “I want to sit down here with Bobby (his brother and second half of The Avila Brothers), share stories, talk about creativity, community, and even spin some records,” he said. “This place was made to show kids and creatives what’s possible.”

includes a balance of emerging and iconic talent.

Burum said he hopes to book acts like Dave Matthews and Joe Jonas (with the latter being a request by a family member). Uribe noted interest in groups like Red Hot Chili Peppers and Cage the Elephant.

For Avila, the dream is to mentor and showcase local elementary, middle, and high school talent, giving them the same platform used by Grammywinning artists. He added that he could even imagine bringing longtime collaborator and friend Usher—whose Super Bowl halftime show he co-produced—to Stage Red for an intimate evening of storytelling and music. “Just Usher, a mic, a piano, and the stories behind the songs— those are the kinds of unforgettable moments this space is built for,” Avila said.

The venue’s name and mission—crafted by Hagar’s branding team—are rooted in storytelling, Burum said. “It’s not about revenue first,” he added. “It’s about being that place where artistry meets community. You don’t have to drive to L.A. anymore to see world-class talent.”

Upcoming acts at Stage Red include The Village People, Julian Marley, and guitarist Orianthi.

The venue’s flexibility also allows for special nights like Avila’s signature Halloween bash “IZ’s Night of Grooves & Ghouls,” returning October 25.

“This is just the beginning,” said Burum.

“We’re already looking at a second parking structure, and long-term, we want to see more nightlife—bars, restaurants—developed around Stage Red to help downtown become a destination.”

For Avila, the impact is already clear. “To have something like this in my backyard, something beautiful that people want to be a part of, that means everything,” he said. “Stage Red is a Mecca in the making.”

To learn more or purchase tickets, visit stageredfontana.com.

All three leaders envision a future lineup that

CSUSB Graduates Cross Stage at Spring 2025 Commencement, Marking Doctoral Milestone and First-Gen Achievements

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Juan C Luna celebrates after formally receiving his doctoral hood in educational leadership from Enrique Murillo Jr., director of the Doctorate in Educational Leadership program.

A student wearing a First Generation sash celebrates as she crosses the stage during the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration commencement on May 17.

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SUSB celebrates its Class of 2025 The five Cal State San Bernardino Spring Commencement exercises, in the words of Carson Fajardo, the graduating student government president, were more than ceremonies. They were moments that represented “years of dedication, late nights, early mornings, setbacks and comebacks,” that changed not only the course of the graduates’ lives, “but for our families and for the communities we come from.”

And such moments, said university President Tomás

D. Morales in his commencement address shared at each of the ceremonies, were built on history and on the efforts that came before.

this achievement,” Morales said, “you have broken a barrier and will now forever be a role model for siblings, relatives and future generations.”

More than 3,000 graduates marched across the stage at the Toyota Arena in Ontario on May 16 and 17 to the cheers of family and friends, along with university faculty and staff. That number included 20 who received their doctorate in educational leadership, the most ever in CSUSB’s history.

Yet as standard bearers for a future still to be written, Morales reminded them of all that came before them that collectively shaped their present. He spoke of California’s indigenous First Peoples on whose homeland the two university campuses sit. He went on to recount those that came after, “waves of immigrants, willing or not,” that included explorers and the enslaved, and those seeking freedom and opportunity for a better life.

Many of the newly minted CSUSB alumni are the first in their families to earn a college degree. “With

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Public Safety Redlands Teacher Elvin Vereau Arrested for Alleged Child Abuse and Torture Charges Sex Abuse of Minor, Placed on Leave by District Filed Against Three Adults Caring for Multiple Children in Victorville Community News

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n May 14, 2025, the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office filed multiple felony charges against Tina Marie Sheffield Key, (60), Kenneth, Michael Key, (60), and their adult daughter Katlynn Marresa Key, (23) of Victorville.

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n Tuesday, May 13, 2025, the Riverside Police Department’s Sexual Assault – Child Abuse Unit (SACA) arrested 52year-old Elvin Vereau of Riverside for ongoing sexual abuse of a child under the age of 10.

This past Sunday, officers responded to a residence in the Orangecrest neighborhood of Riverside for a reported family disturbance. During the investigation, they learned that a female juvenile had been sexually abused by Mr. Vereau over several years.

On-call detectives immediately launched a follow-up investigation, which resulted in Mr. Vereau’s arrest. He was booked into the Robert Presley Detention Center on multiple sexual abuse charges. A bail enhancement was granted, and he is being held on $2 million bail.

Vereau is a temporary Special Academic Instruction (SAI) teacher at Citrus Valley High School.

Vereau has been employed with Redlands Unified School District (RUSD) since July 2013. He initially served as a paraprofessional from 2013 to 2022, transitioned into a teaching role in 2022 to 2023, and began serving in his current position in the 2023-2024 school year.

Upon learning of the arrest, the District immediately placed the employee administrative leave pending further investigation. The District is fully cooperating with law enforcement authorities and will continue to support the investigation. Out of respect for the ongoing investigation and privacy

of those involved, no additional information will be shared at this time.

“Our top priority is, and always will be, the safety and well-being of our students,” said Superintendent Juan Cabral. “Every employee must pass a series of background checks, including a Department of Justice check, prior to starting to work with our students. This process also includes the requirement for all employees to maintain good legal standing that is consistently monitored by our Human Resources department.”

After an extensive investigation conducted by San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department Crimes Against Children Unit, and Loma Linda University Medical Center Children’s Assessment Center, it is alleged that Kenneth and Tina Key and their adult daughter subjected all six children (aged four - sixteen), to years of physical, emotional, and mental abuse. The abuse included daily beatings, strangulation to the point of unconsciousness, and

punishments of withholding food and water from the children for a period of days.

All three defendants have each been charged with the following: Six counts of PC 206 - Torture, for each victim.

One count of PC 273 - Child Abuse Under Circumstances Likely to Cause Great Bodily Injury or Death.

Additionally, our prosecutors are alleging a special allegation of personal infliction of great bodily injury.

The Co-Defendants arraignment date is Thursday, May 15th, via video at Rancho Cucamonga Superior Courthouse.

Rialto Police Department Warns Community of Ongoing Phone Scam Targeting Elderly Residents

The District continues to work closely with law enforcement and school site administration to fol- By Rialto PD low all proper procedures related to student safety, employee conduct, and communication with famihe Rialto Police Departlies. ment is alerting the community to a recent “We appreciate the swift action taken by the wave of phone scams targeting Riverside Police Department and are committed to elderly residents. In these inciensuring that any student who may have been af- dents, scammers call victims fected receives the support and services they need,” and falsely claim that a loved shared Cabral. one has been involved in a traffic collision and is being held Anyone seeking more information about the in- against their will until a wire vestigation should contact the Riverside Police De- transfer of funds is made. partment directly.

Victims are instructed to go to Redlands Unified School District remains com- Walmart to transfer money. mitted to transparency, accountability, and ensuring When Walmart employees rea safe and supportive environment for all students. fuse to process the transaction, the scammers then direct vicThese alleged crimes occurred in both Riverside tims to local grocery stores such and Redlands, and investigators believe there may as Cardenas or El Super to combe additional victims who have not yet come for- plete the transfer. After the iniward. Anyone with information is urged to contact tial payment is made, the Detective Vanessa Castillo at (951) 353-7609 or victims are repeatedly told to return to Walmart or other stores VCCastillo@RiversideCA.gov. to send additional money.

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The Rialto Police Department urges the community to remain vigilant and recognize the signs of a scam by following three simple steps:

you are asked to immediately wire money, pay with gift cards, or provide personal or financial information over the phone.

CHECK: Verify that the caller is truly who they claim to be before taking any action.

ALERT: Report suspected scams to your local police department and the Federal Trade Commission at 877-FTCHELP. For additional resources such as Tips for Avoiding Scams, Common Scams, and Tips for Scam Victims, visit the following website: https://oag.ca.gov/consumers/g eneral/internetphonescams. Additionally, we encourage everyone to share this information with friends and family to prevent others from falling victim.

If you or someone you know receives a suspicious call matching this description, do not comply and contact your local law enforcement immediately.

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San Bernardino County Awarded $38.7M for Homelessness and Substance Use Treatment Facility Community News

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an Bernardino County is close to receiving $38.7 million in state grant funding to support the Pacific Village Campus, an innovative project designed to meet the needs of people experiencing homelessness.

Earlier this month, county Behavioral Health received a conditional award letter from the state Department of Health Care Services confirming the full $38.7 million the county had requested to fund the project. This expansion directly supports the County’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the behavioral health continuum of care and expand residential treatment capacity for vulnerable populations, including those impacted by homelessness.

“This investment is fundamental to fulfilling our mission and underscores our unwavering commitment to providing essential care and support to those who need it most. We are here to serve, and this funding profoundly enhances our capacity to do just that,” said Department of Behavioral Health Director, Dr. Georgina Yoshioka.

This project, in partnership with county Community Development and Housing, is designed to create a “one-stop shop” for housing supports and services, including access to recuperative care, substance use disorder (SUD) treatment, and permanent supportive housing, for San Bernardino County residents.

“By fostering collaboration among various stakeholders and integrating innovative treatment modalities, we believe this project will significantly improve outcomes for individuals facing behavioral health challenges.” said Board of Supervisors Chairman and Third District Supervisor Dawn Rowe. “We are committed to ensuring that every member of our community has access to the care they need, and we see this project as a vital step toward achieving that goal.”

“Pacific Village is a strategic initiative of San Bernardino County aimed at developing a comprehensive continuum of care to support the county's most vulnerable populations,” said Board of Supervisors Vice Chair and Fifth District Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr. “This grant will allow us to establish 32 much-needed residential treatment beds for individuals battling substance use disorders.

This investment signifies our commitment to expanding access to quality care and supporting healthier, stronger communities for all.”

“This grant represents a pivotal step forward in creating solutions for social service needs within our county and addressing critical issues,” said Fourth District Supervisor Curt Hagman, who along with Baca, Jr., serves on the Board’s Ad Hoc Committee on Homelessness.

The state this week announced

that 124 sponsors have been awarded a total of $3.3 billion in competitive funding awards for projects that support behavioral health infrastructure through the Department of Health Care Services’ (DHCS) Proposition 1 Bond BHCIP Round 1: Launch Ready. This gives the sponsors new opportunities to address gaps in care and create sustainable improvements that better serve the community.

In December, the Board of Supervisors agreed to submit a grant application for the Bond Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program (BHCIP) Round 1 for the Pacific Village Campus Project.

PHOTO SB COUNTY As part of this proposed expan- Planned adult residential substance use disorder treatment facilities. sion, Behavioral Health outlined plans to establish two Fontana Unified Elementary School Reveals Campus adult residential substance use disorder treatment facilities, Makeover, Powered by Jostens Epic School Revamp Win adding 32 new treatment beds to serve approximately 384 adults annually, including older adults, individuals with disabilities, and those experiencing homelessness.

California is modernizing the behavioral health delivery system to improve accountability, increase transparency, and expand the capacity of behavioral health care facilities for Californians. BHCIP supports creating, renovating, and expanding facilities that serve individuals with mental and behavioral health needs.

The Bond BHCIP Round 1 awards will help create a comprehensive behavioral health system, ensuring that individuals can access the proper care at the right time, whether for crisis stabilization, inpatient care, or long-term treatment.

As part of the state’s goal to PHOTO FUSD reduce mental health crises, in- A group of Chaparral Academy of Technology students cheer before walking into a school rally in celebracrease the availability of serv- tion of the reveal of the school’s makeover on May 13. The school’s revamp included new banner, murals, ices, and support and wall wraps throughout campus. community-based solutions, learning we experience every day. This is truly a these investments are vital in Community News special moment, thank you to Jostens for making ensuring the long-term sustainability and accessibility of beed by Chaparral Academy of Technology it happen.” havioral health services.

(CHAT) Principal Tim McCaffrey and CHAT’s Epic Revamp was originally slated to buoyed by chants of “Show Us CHAT,” BHCIP is part of California's the school officially revealed its Epic Campus debut at the beginning of the 2025-26 school ongoing commitment to expand makeover, which has transformed the elementary year, but the collaborative process between CHAT “staffulty” and Jostens representatives behavioral health services for school’s culture and climate, on May 13. moved at a lightning pace. Surveys asked the all Californians. With the passage of Proposition 1, even Standing atop the school’s rooftop, Fontana school community to define what it means to be more behavioral health treat- Unified School District (FUSD) maintenance a CHAT Roadrunner, and research was conment facilities will be funded workers dramatically pulled away plastic tarps ducted to capture the symbolism and characterand built in 2026. Through to unveil a series of newly-rebranded teal and istics of roadrunners.

BHCIP, DHCS awards eligible purple Roadrunner mascots casting watchful CHAT then collaborated with a Jostens graphic entities funding to construct, eyes over the school and surrounding neighboracquire, and expand properties hood, while faculty, staff, scholars, and parents designer to create the Roadrunner logos and visuals, cycling through more than two dozen iterand invest in mobile crisis in- cheered. ations before finalizing the branding. A second frastructure to further expand the range of community-based Earlier this school year, Jostens Renaissance Jostens designer worked with the school, develbehavioral health treatment op- named Chaparral Academy the grand-prize win- oping mock-ups and measuring campus areas to tions for people with co-occur- ner of its second annual Epic School Revamp determine optimal locations for new visuals. ring mental health treatment Contest. The win came with a $150,000 prize After the rooftop reveal, parents and communeeds and substance use disor- package that included a full campus rebrand. nity members were invited to tour campus, asders.

Inside the school, the Roadrunner motif – an- sisted by CHAT students wearing new “Leave Bond BHCIP funding is esti- chored by CHAT’s new motto “Leave Your Your Mark” T-shirts. The tour concluded in the mated to create 6,800 residen- Mark” – was visible throughout, with dozens of cafeteria for a second major reveal of a wraptial treatment beds and 26,700 banners, murals, and wraps placed on walls, around mural introducing four new Roadrunner outpatient treatment slots for classroom doors, and the front office. A distinc- mascots – Protector, Thriver, Hunter, and behavioral health and will build tive “X” footprint serves as a symbol for CHAT Adapter – each inspired by real roadrunner characteristics. on other major behavioral Roadrunners leaving a lasting impact. health initiatives in California.

“Today, we celebrate what it means to be a At the start of the school year, CHAT scholars Chaparral Roadrunner. Our scholars and For more information about ‘staffulty’ have worked hard all year to establish were divided into four “houses” developed to Bond BHCIP Round 2: Unmet a culture of success at CHAT, and this day is for foster cross-grade connections, relationships, and Needs, please visit the BHCIP them and the entire Chaparral community,” said school spirit. Students received team shirts and webpage.

McCaffrey, referring to the school’s team of fac- participated in monthly house-building activities. ulty and staff. “When you come on to our camFull story at IECN.com. pus, you will feel the excitement and focus on

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San Bernardino County to Host Job Fair and Expungement at Ontario International Airport Community News

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n partnership with San Bernardino County Fourth District Supervisor Curt Hagman and the Public Defender’s Office, the county WorkBoard Development force (WDB) is hosting a job fair and record-clearing services event at Ontario International Airport’s iconic Terminal 1 on May 28th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

This annual career event highlights the importance of partnerships between our County departments and the business community in addressing the workforce and economic needs of our residents and employers. It also provides many of our residents with the opportunity to start anew and find new career opportunities.

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Ontario International Airport’s Terminal 1, located at 1940 Moore Way adjacent to the USO, will host San Bernardino County’s upcoming job fair and record-clearing event on May 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Don't miss out on the iconic Terminal 1 Ontario International Airport Job Fair and Expungement event. Connect with local employers offering great opportunities. County resources available

on-site include record clearing, veterans’ affairs, transitional assistance, and more. Register today! service and Employers providers from throughout the region and across sectors will be in attendance. The Public Defender’s office will also be there to assist job seekers with any record-clearing process needs.

The event will take place at Ontario International Airport, located at 1940 Moore Way, Terminal 1 (adjacent to the USO), from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

For more information on the event or to register, please visit the link or call 1-800-451-5627. link: Registration WVHE0528.eventbirte.com 𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱?

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Reyes’ Bill to Foster Small Business Growth across California Advances Community News

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enator Eloise Gómez Reyes (D-Colton) today announced that her bill to foster small business growth in California passed out of the Senate Committee on Local Government with unanimous, bipartisan support late last month. Senate Bill (SB) 781 would provide a framework for local governments to increase small business access to local government contracts and resources for strategic growth initiatives. The bill will next be heard by the Senate Appropriations Committee.

“The Inland Empire is ripe with talent and opportunity, but the economic environment makes it difficult for small businesses to survive,” said Senator Eloise Gomez-Reyes (D-Colton). “At the same time, our region remains in desperate need for diverse and sustainable growth and investment. SB 781 provides community-driven strategies and support to cut red tape and foster an environment that allows small businesses to breathe and thrive.”

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Senator Eloise Gómez Reyes represents Senate District 29, Colton, Fontana, Highland, Loma Linda, Rancho Cucamonga, Redlands, Rialto, San Bernardino, Upland, Grand Terrace, Loma Linda, and the unincorporated communities of Bloomington and Muscoy.

San Bernardino County Unveils BizHUUB, a No-Cost Online Hub for Small Business Growth Community News

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an Bernardino County its launched has BizHUUB online platform to provide entrepreneurs with free online resources to help grow their businesses.

County Bernardino San at found BizHUUB, myhuub.com/selectsbcounty, is a countywide online resource center for small businesses that features free on-demand business tips and guidance from local experts along with a 24/7 booking portal to hire experts. On the portal, business owners have access to educational webinars and expert consultants on a number of everyday challenges such as building websites, upgrading business brands, conducting a financial review, organizing books for end-of-year taxes, and so much more. The information and resources are provided at no cost to small business owners and en-

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“We are committed to growing and supporting our small business community,” said San Bernardino County Economic Development Director Derek Armstrong. “We hear about the constant challenges business owners face. It can be overwhelming. That is why we’re making this important in-depth resource available to our small business community that they can access on their timeline.”

Not only does BizHUUB provide tips and guidance, but the portal also creates a thriving entrepreneurial community for members with features such as a funding directory, learning library with educational courses, events calendar, and ecosystem map via its Community Resource Directory. Plus, BizHUUB is accessible in English and Spanish.

Over half of California’s private sector workforce is powered by more than 4 million businesses with fewer than 500 employees. These small businesses bridge gaps in supply chains, bring innovative products and ideas into the marketplace, and help American products enter global markets.

While small businesses serve as an essential foundation of the California economy, many have struggled to rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic.

This is especially true in the Inland Empire region, where more than 50 percent of small businesses report declining revenues and limited access to capital, according to the 2023 report by the University of California, Riverside Center for Social Innovation. Additionally, Riverside and San Bernardino counties consistently lag behind the state average in small business loan approvals and startup growth, highlighting the tougher climate for small/micro enterprises.

Uncertainty for small businesses is further exacerbated by Executive Orders issued by the federal administration targeting those who work with Minority Business Development Centers. This uncertainty is inadvertently accelerated by a California state law requiring Small Businesses Technical Assistance Program grant applicants to acquire matching federal dollars.

SB 781 proposes a comprehensive framework for local governments that seek to adopt Small Business Utilization Plans. Among other elements, the Plans would include a 25 percent minimum goal for small business procurement participation. Plans would provide local procurement incentives, preferences, and flexibility in solicitation requirements, as well as training to support successful implementation by local government staff. These provisions would provide a lifeline to neighborhood contractors, childcare providers, local print shops, and family-run maintenance and landscaping businesses, among many others.

To help local governments succeed, the bill also authorizes the California Office of the Small Business Advocate to provide mentorship and guidance on strategic growth initiatives. Such a partnership between state and local entities would foster growth among sectors employing the fewest number of employees with acute contributions to local economies, particularly for those in traditionally underserved communities. These might include budding tech entrepreneurs, family-owned restaurants and catering businesses, home health care and elder care services, and those in digital first retail or service spaces.

SB 781 also clarifies that the state will be able to continue to fund small business programs regardless of federal matching requirements, which will make it easier for those supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to withstand shifting federal priorities.

SB 781 is sponsored by California Chambers of Commerce representing minority-owned businesses across the state.

“SB 781 will establish local Small Business Utilization Programs to support small businesses, expand their operations, create jobs, and strengthen local economies.” Julian Canete, President and CEO, California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce.

“Establishing local Small Business Utilization Programs through SB 781 provides essential support for small businesses to grow and thrive, fostering economic and workforce development where it matters most—at the local level.” Pat FongKushida, President and CEO, California Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce.

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MERIWEST CREDIT UNION Case Number: 24-CLJ05932 NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you.

Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca .gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case, by default, and your wages, money and property may be taken without further warning from the court.

There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program.

You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia .org), the California Courts Online Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion.

Tiene 30 DIAS CALENDARIOS después de que le entreguen esta citacíon y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte.

Es possible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta.

Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y mas información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de C a l i f o r n i a (www.sucorte.ca.gov) en la bibliteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia.

Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado

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inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, www.lawhelpcalifornia.org en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca .gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales.

AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costo extenos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil.

Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte anted de que la coret pueda deschar el caso.

The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es) Superior Court of San Mateo 400 County Center Redwood City, California 94063 The name, address and telephone number of plaintiff's attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, or del demandante que no tiene abogado, es) Bret A Yaple 195809 Bret A. Yaple 2701 Del Paso Road Suite 130-245 Sacramento, California 95835 (510) 275-4603 Date: 9/19/2024 Neal I. Taniguchi Clerk (Secretario), by /s/ Unaloto Finau Deputy (Adjunto) Published El Chicano 5/1,5/8,5/15,5/22/25 E-912

AVISO DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA CONSEJO MUNICIPAL DE LA CIUDAD DE SAN BERNARDINO SE NOTIFICA que la Alcaldesa y el Ayuntamiento de la Ciudad de San Bernardino llevarán a cabo una reunión pública el 4 de junio de 2025 a las 5:00 PM en la Sala del Ayuntamiento, ubicada en la Biblioteca Central Norman F. Feldheym, ubicada en 555 West 6th Street, San Bernardino, California. Para más información, visite el portal de la agenda municipal en www.sbcity.org.

El propósito de la audiencia es para recibir comentarios y considerar lo siguiente: • Adopción del Presupuesto Operativo propuesto por el Administrador Municipal para el Año Fiscal 2025/26.

• Adopción del Plan de Mejoras de Capital (CIP) para el Año Fiscal 20262030.

• Establecimiento del Límite de Asignaciones de la Ciudad para el Año Fiscal 2025/26, según lo exige el Artículo XIIIB de la Constitución y el Código de Gobierno de California § 7910.

Se informa además que quienes deseen comentar sobre la audiencia pública pueden participar de las siguientes maneras: 1. Enviando sus comentarios e información de contacto a public comments@SBCity.Org antes de las 2:30 PM del día de la reunión programada o; 2. Asistiendo personalmente a la reunión y presentando sus comentarios en persona.

Consulte la agenda para obtener información adicional.

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Si necesita asistencia o ayudas auxiliares para participar en la reunión o necesita un intérprete, favor de comunicarse con la Oficina de la Secretaría Municipal con la mayor antelación posible a la reunión.

Un resumen general del presupuesto estará disponible para consulta pública en el sitio web de la Ciudad h t t p s : / / c a sanbernardino.civicplus.co m/195/Budget-Books.

Puede obtener información adicional sobre el asunto mencionado y enviar sus comentarios por escrito a la Secretaría Municipal de la Ciudad de San Bernardino, 290 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California 92401.

López, CMC, Telicia Secretaria Municipal Interina FECHA: 13 de mayo de 2025 CNS-3927144# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 5/22/25 E-929

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE OF VEHICLE(S) / AUTOMOBILE(S) AT PUBLIC AUCTION; Notice is hereby given pursuant to sections 3071 and 3072 of the Civil Code of the State of California, the undersigned will sell the following vehicles at lien sale at said address(s) at said time(s) on: Monday, June 2, 2025 to wit: YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 15 DODG 1C4RDHAG9FC834202 7LTM428 CA To be sold by: Aamco Transmission, 1521 West Redlands Boulevard, Redlands, San Bernardino County, CA 92373 (10:00 AM) YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 13 INTL 1HSDESJN3DJ306237 9F57294 CA To be sold by: A & G Towing, 591 E 9th Street, San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, CA 92410 (10:00 AM) YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 14 CHEV 1 G 11 B 5 S L 2 E F 1 4 0 6 0 2 9LQM293 CA To be sold by: Victor Valley Towing, 17099 Gasline Rd, Victorville, San Bernardino County, CA 92394 (10:00 AM) YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 21 HUSQ VBKUSV406MM714604 26F3857 CA To be sold by: Towing & A-Action Recovery, 11399 Santa Fe Avenue East, Hesperia, San Bernardino County, CA 92344 (10:00 AM) YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 18 HOND 2HGFC2F77JH569444 NELLOO5 CA 16 HOND 2 H G F C 2 F 5 5 G H 5 7 0 11 5 7TRU249 CA 25 NISS 3N1AB8CV3SY249585 DY73V94 CA To be sold by: Wilson Towing, 2310 E 3rd St, San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, CA 92410 (10:00 AM) Said sale is for the purpose of satisfying lien of the above signed for towing, storage, labor, materials and lien charges, together with costs of advertising, and expenses of sale.

LienTek Solutions, Inc. P.O. Box 443 Bonita, CA 91908 CNS-3927133# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 5/22/25 E-931

Petitioner or Attorney: Nanci Cruz Becerra Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino, San Bernardino District – Civil Division, 247 West Third Street, San Bernardino, CA 92415-0210 PETITION OF: NANCI CRUZ BECERRA FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CIV SB 2512531 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: ELIANNA RAQUEL CRUZ BECERRA to Proposed name: ELIANNA RAQUEL VALENZUELA CRUZ

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: 6-24-2025, Time: 8:30 am Dept: S26 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: El Chicano Newspaper Dated: MAY 13 2025 GILBERT G. OCHOA Judge of the Superior Court Published El Chicano 5/22/25,5/29/25,6/5/25, 6/12/25 E-932

Notice Inviting Proposals RFP No. 26-05 Student Technology Support Services NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the San Bernardino City Unified School District of San Bernardino County, State of California, acting through its Governing Board, hereafter referred to as the “District”, is soliciting electronic proposal submittals through its OpenGov e-Procurement web portal in response to RFP No. 26-05, Student Support Technology Services. Vendors who are desirous of securing a copy of the RFP documents may do so by logging into the website at District's https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/sbcusd.

RFP responses must conform and be responsive in accordance with the RFP Documents posted through the District's “OpenGov” website portal. Proposals must be submitted electronically up to but not later than WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11, 2025 AT 11:00 A.M. (PST) Contract award is contingent upon availability of funds.

Local, Minority and Disabled Veterans Businesses are specifically encouraged to respond.

The District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, and to accept or reject any item, to withdraw a line item or entire RFP, and to waive any irregularities or informalities in the RFP document(s). The District may award any, all, or none of this RFP. By: James Soto, Contract Analyst 1st Publication: May 19, 2025 2nd Publication: May 26, 2025 Request for Clarification: June 2, 2025 at 11:00 a.m.

Virtual RFP Opening: June 11, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. https://meet.google.com/bek -wdfd-hej *Late entry will not be permitted CNS-3926296# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 5/22/25 E-930

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Office: (909) 381-9898 Published in Colton Courier C-442 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250003853 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 04/22/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: FIRST CLASS, FIRST CLASS VENDING, 6875 SUVA ST, BELL GARDENS, CA 90201 County of Principal Place of Business: LOS ANGELES Business mailing address: 6875 SUVA ST, BELL GARDENS, CA 90201 Name: ARAMARK REFRESHMENT SERVICES, LLC, 2400 MARKET ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: DE No.: Inc./Org./Reg. 200716010210 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 MAR 01, 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/ ROBERT N. DIETZ, VICE PRESIDENT 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-443 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250003954 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 04/24/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: VALLEY ANIMAL HOSPITAL, 1786 N RIVERSIDE AVE. SUITE # 1, RIALTO, CA 92376 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 601 SOUTH HENDERSON ROAD. SUITE 155, KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406 Name: VETERINARY CARE OF VALLEY ANIMAL, P.C., 601 SOUTH HENDERSON ROAD STE 155, KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA No.: Inc./Org./Reg. B20250003866 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/ DOUGLAS G. ASPROS, PRESIDENT 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-444 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250003318 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 04/03/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: NANA’S TACO SPOT INC., 1017 E. ELIZABETH ST., BARSTOW, CA 92311 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 1017 E. ELIZABETH ST., BARSTOW, CA 92311 # of Employees: 0 Name: NANA’S TACO SPOT INC., 1017 E. ELIZABETH ST., BARSTOW, CA 92311 This business is/was conducted by (a/an): CORPORATION

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Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on APR 03, 2025 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/ NEA HINOJOSA, 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-445 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250003893 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 04/23/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ON SITE EMISSIONS, 798 E MESA DR, RIALTO, CA 92376 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 798 E MESA DR, RIALTO, CA 92376 # of Employees: 1 Name: CYNTHIA ROMERO 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/ CYNTHIA ROMERO, 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-471 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250004450 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 05/12/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SCHWEIGER DERMATOLOGY GROUP, 2420 SAMARITAN DRIVE, SAN JOSE, CA 95124 County of Principal Place of Business: SANTA CLARA Business mailing address: 2420 SAMARITAN DRIVE, SAN JOSE, CA 95124 Name: CSI MEDICAL GROUP, 2420 SAMARITAN DRIVE, SAN JOSE, CA 95124 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 3682655 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/ DR. ERIC SCHWEIGER, 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

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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-472 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250003949 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 04/24/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SELAH GRACE FITNESS & WELL14527 RAMONA NESS, AVENUE, CHINO, CA 91710 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 1945 TURQUOISE CIRCLE, CHINO HILLS, CA 91709 # of Employees: 4 Name: DRENCH FITNESS TRAINING, LLC., 14527 RAMONA AVENUE, CHINO, CA 91710 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 201704010634 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 15, 2012 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/ DAYNA BROOKS, 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-473 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250003996 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 04/28/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: TELE STARZ, 13612 JEREMY CT, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91739 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 13612 JEREMY CT, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91739 Name: LOYAL WHOLESALE INC., 7144 MYRTLE PL, FONTANA, CA 92336 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 4805834 This business is/was conducted by (a/an): CORPORATION Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on APR 28, 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/ SHAHZAD NOOR, 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-474 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250003802 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 04/21/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DIGI PAYMENTS, 7144 MYRTLE PLACE, FONTANA, CA 92336 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 7144 MYRTLE PLACE, FONTANA, CA 92336 Name: LOYAL WHOLESALE INC., 7144 MYRTLE PL, FONTANA, CA 92336 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 4805834 This business is/was conducted by (a/an): CORPORATION Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious

business name or names listed above on APR 21, 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/ SHAHZAD NOOR, 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 5/22,5/29,6/5,6/12/25

Published in Colton Courier C-475 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250003550 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 04/14/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: GINA’S PIZZA, 5639 HOLT BLVD, MONTCLAIR, CA 91763 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 5639 HOLT BLVD, MONTCLAIR, CA 91763 Name: SHAHIN A LALJI 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/ SHAHIN A LAJI 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 5/22,5/29,6/5,6/12/25

Published in Colton Courier C-476 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250004486 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 05/14/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ON-SITE INC, 14146 LONG VIEW DRIVE, FONTANA, CA 92337 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 14146 LONG VIEW DRIVE, FONTANA, CA 92337 Name: ON-SITE, INC., 14146 LONG VIEW DRIVE, FONTANA, CA 92337 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 3774509 This business is/was conducted by (a/an): CORPORATION Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on APR 20, 2015 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/ STEVEN MARQUEZ, 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-477 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250003959 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 04/25/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BONADIMAN WATER, 2141 MENTONE BLVD, MENTONE, CA 92359 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: P.O. BOX 8025, MENTONE, CA 92375 Name: LUCERNE VENTURES, INC., 2141 MENTONE BLVD, MENTONE, CA 92359 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 3661799 This business is/was conducted by (a/an): CORPORATION Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 12/05/2014 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/ WILLIAM BONADIMAN, PRESIDENT 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 5/22,5/29,6/5,6/12/25

Published in Colton Courier C-478 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250004250 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 05/05/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BLOOM’S TREE SERVICE, 9730 MAGNOLIA ST, BLOOMINGTON, CA 92316 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 9730 MAGNOLIA ST, BLOOMINGTON, CA 92316 # of Employees: 3 Name: JUAN E MATEO This business is/was conducted by (a/an): INDIVIDUAL Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on MAY 05, 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/ JUAN E MATEO, 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).

Published 5/22,5/29,6/5,6/12/25

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF MARIA DE JESUS TRUJILLO

Case No. PROVA2500256 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of MARIA DE JESUS TRUJILLO A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Manuel Trujillo, Jr. in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Manuel Trujillo, Jr. be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authori-

ty will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on June 26, 2025 at 9:00 AM in Dept.

No. F3 located at 17780 ARROW BLVD, FONTANA CA 92335.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing.

Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

YOU ARE A IF CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the representative personal appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under 9052 of the section California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: PAUL HORN ESQ SBN 243227 PAUL HORN LAW GROUP PC 11404 SOUTH STREET CERRITOS CA 90703 CN115705 TRUJILLO Published Colton Courier May 15,22,29, 2025 C-451 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 2025 Public Health Goal Report

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held before the Board of Directors of West Valley Water District (District) on June 5, 2025, at 6 PM electronically on Zoom or in person to receive comments on the District’s 2025 Public Health Goal Report. The California Health and Safety Code requires water systems serving more than 10,000 service connections to prepare a written report every three years that documents detections of constituents in drinking water that exceed a Public Health Goal.

The 2025 Public Health Goal Report is available for viewing on the District’s website at www.wvwd.org.

Any questions or comments regarding the 2025 Public Health Goal Report must be received by the District no later than 4 PM on June 5, 2025, and should be directed to: Janet Harmon, Water Quality Supervisor, at jharmon@wvwd.org.

Members of the public will also be able to provide public comments at the hearing.

Published Colton Courier May 22, 2025 C-470

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: WILLIAM GOMEZ ZENDEJAS AKA WILLIAM G. ZENDEJAS CASE NO. PROVA2500346

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of WILLIAM GOMEZ ZENDEJAS AKA WILLIAM G. ZENDEJAS. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by VERONICA L. VASQUEZ in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that VERONICA L. VASQUEZ be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent's WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval.

Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 06/04/25 at 9:00AM in Dept. F3 located at 17780 ARROW BLVD., FONTANA, CA 92335 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner ANDREW BETHEL - SBN 335880 LAW OFFICES OF DALE K. BETHEL 631 NEW JERSEY ST., STE. 101 REDLANDS CA 92373 Telephone (909) 307-6282 CNS-3923369# PUBLISHED COLTON COURIER 5/8, 5/15, 5/22/25 C-447

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American Girl Tea Party Returns to San Bernardino, Bridging Generations With Dolls, Books, and Seeds Community News

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oddlers, teens, parents, and grandparents are all invited to attend this year’s American Girl Tea Party on Saturday, June 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Dr. Mildred Dalton Henry Elementary School. The school is hosting the event, which is sponsored by the San Bernardino City Library Foundation.

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Boys and girls learned to make preserves to top the scones served with tea. Left to right: Ariana Alvarada, Naiomy Zepeda and Emilin Zepeda.

City of Riverside Summer Concerts in the Park Series Starts June 11

Board President and former California Assemblymember Cheryl Brown began organizing the event on behalf of the Foundation five years ago. Brown, Board Member Debra Fields, and a team of supporters have brought families together for the event each year. “This year’s American Girl Tea Party will delight toddlers to grandparents,” said Brown.

American Girl dolls are teen favorites, but they can be very expensive to buy. So, Brown proposed to the Library Foundation Board that these dolls, along with their accompanying life story books, be made available for checkout at the downtown library. The board approved her initiative, and the library now offers many dolls that children can borrow.

San Bernardino City Unified School District Superintendent Maurice Arellano, school Principal Dr. Chris Tickell, Library Foundation President Mary Kay

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et ready for a summer of great music, food, and fun at the free Summer Concerts in the Park series! Every Wednesday evening from June 11 to July 23 (excluding July 2), Riverside residents and visitors can enjoy live performances by some of the best local and tribute bands at Fairmount Park.

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Hundreds gathered at Fairmount Park during a previous year’s Summer Concerts in the Park series, which returns this season with live music, food vendors, and family-friendly fun every Wednesday through July 23.

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Each week features a diverse range of musical genres, from Motown to R&B, salsa to rock and more. Bring your friends, family, lawn chairs, and a picnic dinner to enjoy an evening of music under the stars. Food vendors will offer delicious treats like agua frescas, kettle corn, elotes, funnel cakes, and more.

Concert Schedule: June 11| Stone Soul (Motown Tribute) Celebrate the soulful sounds of Motown with a tribute to legendary artists like The Temptations and The Supremes.

June 18 | Suave the Band (R&B, Latin, Old Souldies) Dance the night away to an energetic mix of R&B, Latin rhythms, and old-school favorites.

June 25 | Generation 80's Band (Ultimate 80's Tribute) Throw it back to the ’80s with all your favorite hits from rock to pop brought to life by this fantastic tribute band.

July 9 | Sonora De Los Ange-

DeCrescenzo, Library Executive Director Ed Erjavec, along with Denneigh Denton and Lynn Summers from the University of California Master Gardeners and Master Food Preservers, and student volunteers from Arroyo Valley High School have all come together to support the event.

Dr. Tickell has made this his signature event and hosts it annually. This is the third year the tea party has been held at the school.

The Master Gardeners and Preservers will provide educational content as attendees learn about growing microgreens and take home a container of seeds to grow.

Past participants have included girls and boys, young and old, as the event showcases educational content meant for everyone— not just young ladies. Entertainment has included an engaging storyteller, tabletop craft games, and more.

There will be several door prizes. “Last year, many of the children went home with a gift,” said Brown. “We gave away nine large dolls, six mini dolls, and several sticker books.”

For more information, call (909) 381-8201, search for "American Girl Tea Party" on Eventbrite, or click here: https://bit.ly/4iEGKDu

les (Cumbia, Rock en Español, Salsa) Get your groove on with a fusion of cumbia, salsa, and rock en español that will have you dancing all night long.

July 16 | The Dreamboats (50's and 60's) Relive the golden era of rock 'n' roll with timeless classics from the '50s and '60s.

July 23 | B.I.G (R&B and Old School) Enjoy an evening of smooth R&B and old-school jams from one of Riverside's top bands.

Event Details: When: Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m.

(June 11 to July 23, 2025; no concert on July 2) Where: Fairmount Park, 2601 Fairmount Blvd., Riverside, CA, 92501 Cost: FREE Bring your dancing shoes!

These family-friendly concerts are the perfect way to spend a summer evening with your loved ones.

Enjoy live music, tasty food, and a fun, relaxing atmosphere in one of Riverside’s most beautiful parks.

For more information, visit RivReg.org or follow us on social media at @RivParks.