In a 7-1 vote on June 4, the San Bernardino City Council appointed Eric Levitt as the city’s new permanent city manager, concluding a turbulent selection process that exposed deep divisions inside City Hall and among commu-
nity members who continue to call for greater transparency, stability, and public accountability.
Levitt, currently the city manager in Fullerton, will assume his post on August 4 after fulfilling a 45-day notice required by his Fullerton contract. His agreement with
By Manny Sandoval
ore than 300 people marched through downtown San Bernardino on Monday, June 9th, demanding due process for immigrants detained by ICE, criticizing what they described as an aggressive and discriminatory enforcement strategy under President Donald Trump’s policies—one that has mistakenly ensnared even American citizens.
San Bernardino includes a $333,000 base salary, 3% annual cost-of-living increases, $12,000 in annual deferred compensation, $775 monthly vehicle allowance, a $6,000 relocation stipend, and severance equal to nine months’ salary.
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The march began outside the San Bernardino County ICE Field Office on West Rialto Avenue and ended at San Bernardino City Hall. In stark contrast to protests in downtown Los Angeles just two days earlier—which ended in chaos and multiple arrests—Monday’s demonstration was peaceful, organized, and widely supported by passing motorists honking in solidarity.
Chants like “Abolish ICE” and signs reading “The Founding Fathers Were Immigrants” and “Melt ICE” echoed through the streets, while volunteers were seen collecting trash to keep the protest site clean—underscoring the community’s commitment to nonviolent civic action.
“We demand due process—not raids and family separations,” said Ana Gonzalez, a
Lucille Devlin, 100, Becomes First Centenarian in Native Sons Chapter
Travis Barker Drums With FoHi Band, Receives Key to City at Fontana Days Run
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San Bernardino City Council hears public comment ahead of the city manager appointment June 4 at Feldheym Library, where meetings are held due to the city’s lack of a permanent city hall.
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Protesters from across the Inland Empire rally outside San Bernardino City Hall on June 9, holding signs demanding due process and the end of ICE enforcement tactics.
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- The vote marks San Bernardino’s fourth city manager/interim city manager appointment in six months — a statistic at the center of fierce debate.
Councilmembers Divided Over Hiring Process
Councilmember Dr. Treasure Ortiz cast the lone dissenting vote, calling out the process as flawed and exclusionary.
“We should have all been included in the second interviews and selection process. They already knew who they wanted and the route they were going to go,” Ortiz told IECN on June 5. Ortiz was not present for either of the two rounds of interviews held the night of April 25 and April 27, noting she was teaching at CSUSB Friday and attending to family matters Sunday following a death.
Ortiz said the recruiter, Ralph Andersen & Associates, was hired for $30,000 to coordinate a full council process but claims that several members — including Theodore Sanchez, Fred Shorett, Kim Knaus, Sandra Ibarra, and Juan Figueroa — decided otherwise. “The recruiter did not schedule the meetings or interviews, they did and they didn't care that we weren’t there. So if that wasn’t a red flag, I don’t know what was,” Ortiz said.
At the council meeting on June 4, Ortiz underscored the long-term risks of a rushed decision:
“This is the fourth city manager in six months. The problem is not what you see up here, the problem is what you cannot see behind closed doors.
That is where the real failure lies. No one can come into this city and be a successful city manager in this current political climate, because it’s happening where you cannot see it.”
In sharp contrast, Councilmember Kim Knaus defended the council’s process and disputed accusations of wrongdoing.
“A lot of fanfare was created with this recruitment process, unfortunately,” Knaus said. “But it’s imperative to rebuild the foundation in the City of San Bernardino. It’s unfortunate that a lot of the narrative has been skewed to mislead the public to think this process was nefarious.”
Knaus also raised concerns about confidentiality breaches, referring to prior litigation the city faced after leaking a previous candidate's name. “It seems people were given the name of the city manager recruitment. How they knew where he was from means they would have to know his name, and that is concerning.”
Councilmember Fred Shorett rejected claims that the city has cycled through four city managers in one year. “We have not lost four city managers in a year, we have had interim. We have not had a permanent one,” Shorett said, adding, “It was unfortunate that we had a couple members from our council that could not attend the interviews.”
Mayor Tran: Disappointed but Supportive
Mayor Helen Tran, who was excluded from the initial interviews, initially voiced concern over the process but ultimately voted to approve Levitt’s appointment.
“I was disappointed when the council did proceed to meet without some of us there because it is an important hire,” Tran said. “It’s a critical position in this city and the
city manager holds the helm, to serve all of us and not just some.”
Tran emphasized she was able to interview Levitt during a later follow-up session. “I did ask a lot of questions and my colleagues provided feedback. I am comfortable in supporting you as our next city manager. I hope you can use Mr. Bill Gallardo [the current interim] to help you transition until you find your full team,” Tran said.
Councilmember Sandra Ibarra thanked Tran for clarifying that she wasn’t fully left out of the city manager interviews. “We did provide an extra meeting so that we could provide our feedback on each candidate to the full council. So to come up here and say only five of us pushed this through is false, there were six of us.”
Ibarra’s comments were a response to Ortiz’ claims and multiple residents who spoke during public comment.
Community Members Voice Concerns and Cautious Hope
San Bernardino business owner Luis Ojeda urged quick action but warned of the long-term financial and operational consequences if instability persists.
“Because we have such a lack in services and continuity in the city, the longer we wait, the longer everything’s going to take to be fixed,” Ojeda said. He emphasized the need for better fiscal management: “We have good people here, but good people stay for a little bit, and then they leave. Why? Because there’s no leader to be followed, and no clear goal to be achieved.”
Ojeda pointed to three urgent priorities: “First safety, second homelessness and economic development. Without those three, nobody is going to have any chance to turn the city around.”
Ojeda elaborated further on the deeper cultural and leadership issues that have plagued the city’s ability to retain strong management. “We need to send a message to the elected officials to stop the nonsense. We have a lot of toxicity in this city, and some community members have the attitude of ‘if it’s not my way, it’s the highway,’” Ojeda said. “We always have something in common — safety, homelessness, and economic development — so why not start there? Until we address the leadership vacuum and stop driving good people away, we will continue to waste taxpayer dollars on turnover and training instead of real progress.”
Former councilwoman Kimberly Calvin, who previously advocated for retaining former interim city manager McNeely, argued the city has repeatedly failed to build a foundation for leadership stability.
“Back in 2023, there were multiple community members literally begging for stability,” Calvin said. “I petitioned my colleagues multiple times — could we not keep City Manager McNeely a little bit longer to get us in position to hire the best city manager? We weren’t in position then and we definitely are not now.”
Calvin criticized the council’s decision to hold interviews without full participation. “Never in the history of the City of San Bernardino business have they operated on a Sunday evening without the full council being present,” Calvin said. “Every constituent should be able to say my council member had input.”
Calvin also raised concerns over why former interim city manager Rochelle Clayton was ultimately dismissed from
consideration earlier this year.
“Former interim city manager Rochelle Clayton was on her way to a unanimous decision until she began to speak truth about what is actually happening in our city — about risk management, the amount of money we are spending on lawsuits, frivolous lawsuits, fabricated lawsuits,” Calvin said. “That struck a nerve with several council members… and after that, things began to go downhill.”
For community advocate Miriam Nieto, co-director of Just San Bernardino, Levitt’s appointment represents both risk and opportunity.
“Historically, our council has not shown that they are able to appoint a city manager that can remain in office for quite some time,” Nieto said.
“However, I want to give them an opportunity. This could be a new beginning where the council can come together and really come to an understanding on how they want to present to the city manager how they should be driving conversations around economic inclusion.”
Nieto called for a transparent, community-centered approach to governing. “I would like first and foremost for the city manager to bring sustainability, transparency, and a real understanding of what is happening in our city,” she said, adding that affordable housing, homelessness, and downtown development must be prioritized in a sustainability plan.
Referencing $1.5 million homes being built on San Bernardino’s north end, Nieto cautioned: “Those homes are not being built for us. Who are they being built for? How is he going to make sure that the people already on the ground doing the work are going to have that space once development happens?”
Levitt’s Vision for San Bernardino Levitt pledged to work in partnership with the council and community. “I think it’s important to work collaboratively together and with the community,” Levitt said. “During the budget discussions today, I could see the passion from residents and businesses. I want to work with you [council] individually and collectively to move your priorities forward.”
Mayor Tran added: “Eric’s proven track record of growth, fiscal responsibility, and community engagement are in perfect alignment with the needs of San Bernardino.”
Levitt brings more than 20 years of city management experience, having previously served in Alameda, Simi Valley, Janesville, Wisconsin, Sedona, Arizona, and most recently Fullerton, where he developed an economic development plan, improved infrastructure funding, and cut staffing vacancies.
Next Chapter Begins
The council’s decision closes another chapter in San Bernardino’s long-running struggle to maintain stable leadership but opens a new one filled with high expectations, political divisions, and calls for accountability.
As Ortiz warned publicly during the appointment:
“Ethics and integrity do not sit well in the midst of corruption and wrongdoing. The city manager will either fall in line or fall out of place.”
ICE Protest (cont.)
- Rialto resident who immigrated to the U.S. during the era of Proposition 187. “We’re seeing clear violations of our constitutional rights. This administration tossed the Bill of Rights and Constitution out the window.”
Gonzalez, who arrived at 2 PM, reflected on her own experience being told she didn’t belong in classrooms as a young immigrant. “Now, I watch people get taken from churches and workplaces. These are kidnappings,” she said. “And people don’t realize—law enforcement sometimes uses tactics at protests to provoke confrontation. We must stay peaceful to stay protected.”
Protesters came from across the Inland Empire and beyond—including San Bernardino, Rialto, Redlands, Colton, and as far as Idyllwild. Among them were Bill and Melissa Smith, a white couple who said their motivation stemmed from both personal ties and moral urgency.
“We have Venezuelans in our family who are at risk of deportation,” Bill said. “It’s important for people to remember California was built by immigrants.”
“We can’t leave this fight to minorities alone,” Melissa added. “White people need to stand up and be allies. This country belongs to all of us.”
Colton resident Liz Guajardo voiced frustration over ICE’s sweeping actions. “We’re watching ICE come into our neighborhoods and destroy families after claiming to only deport criminals,” she said. “It’s time for communities to stand up and protect their own.”
Guajardo also challenged the country’s spending priorities: “We’re funneling money into deportation when what we need is housing, healthcare, and good jobs. If Trump says he upholds the Constitution, then why are immigrants denied due process?”
A National Issue: Citizens Caught in ICE Detention Monday’s protest highlighted not only undocumented immigrant concerns but the increasing number of documented residents and even U.S. citizens being swept up by ICE due to inadequate checks.
According to a 2020 analysis by the Los Angeles Times and legal watchdog groups, an estimated 1% of ICE detainees between 2012 and 2018 were U.S. citizens—including veterans and minors. Notable cases include:
A 19-year-old U.S. citizen in Arizona detained for nearly two weeks despite having documentation.
A Florida man, Juan Carlos LopezGomez, held for 48 hours before his citizenship was confirmed.
In multiple court filings, ICE has admitted to detaining and attempting to deport individuals later proven to be American citizens.
These incidents raise serious legal concerns about the accuracy of ICE enforcement actions and whether detainees are receiving constitutionally guaranteed protections. Read
Pro-life or Pro-Choice: A Battle for Humanity
By Hector Espinoza, Arroyo Valley High School Student
Even as the United States modernizes, it still faces setbacks. Abortion is one of the biggest controversial subjects that many people support and many oppose. Essentially, abortion is the medical procedure that ends a fetus' life within the early stages of development. It would be ignorant to say that all abortions are done with good intentions, but the pros definitely outweigh the cons. Banning the right for a woman to receive a legal and medically safe abortion is depriving a woman of constitutional rights.
Through a man’s perspective lens, a man ought to recognize that we have no authority or power over a woman and what she does with her body. For instance, a philosophy professor at Fayetteville State University, Richard A.S. Hall, stated, “A woman has an inalienable moral and legal right to abortion at any stage of her pregnancy. No politician, judge, nor cleric, and certainly no man, ought to tell a woman what she ought or ought not to do with her body.” A male is not physically changed by pregnancy; therefore, a male’s role in how a woman must act upon an unwanted or high-health-risk pregnancy should not be validated or considered when discussing the legal rights a woman upholds for an abortion.
Since the early stages of America, women have often been expected to fulfill the roles of mothers and caregivers. In fact, in some Southern states, women are still only seen with the purpose of having children. Yet, as the role and ideology of a woman progress, many women are now breaking this unwanted cycle of motherhood. Many women, instead of having children, now attend college, build careers, and are breadwinners. Therefore, it is understandable why a pregnancy is something they would not want to have. In most cases, abortion occurs for the benefit of the woman and her life; most of the time, it is the best decision for their future.
As stated, an unwanted pregnancy will directly impact the course of a woman's life—physically and emotionally—yet it will not have such drastic physical effects
on the father’s life, if involved. Ironically, most pro-life supporters are male. In 2024, “Gallup found that 49% of men identify as pro-life,” meaning that approximately half of the men in the United States identify as pro-life. As a male, it should be part of humanity to be pro-choice, because it would be inhumane to ignore the countless women who are raped and still forced to carry and give birth to their rapist’s DNA in their baby, as well as to force a woman to carry out something that she does not want for herself.
Personhood, made up of a person’s consciousness and capacity for communication, is what Professor Richard A.S. Hall declared: “A fetus at any stage of its development obviously lacks these and other personal attributes and so does not qualify as a person in any sense; consequently, it lacks any moral or legal rights since such belong exclusively to persons.” A fetus who still has not experienced life or what it means to be a person should not be treated as one, meaning they do not reserve the protection of their rights over the mother’s right and bodily autonomy.
Abortions should not be perceived as shameful either upon male gaze and perspective, and instead should be respected. Women who endured the medical procedure of an abortion had to make a challenging decision, and in the end, made the decision that was best for them. As stated by Ylonda Gault, who speaks about her own personal experience in her abortion, “My abortion is a part of me, my story. And I have no shame that I made the best decision for myself, my family and our future.” An abortion is not always necessary, but it should always be an option offered to a woman, and a decision for a woman to make, as it will change the course of her life either way.
Abortion is not political, but rather a moral issue, and despite the controversial takes, a woman should still be legally granted the right to decide what will happen with her body, and whether or not she wants to carry a baby. It would be inhumane to force anybody to do something with their body that they, themselves, do not want. Therefore, why would it be any different for a woman and her right to an abortion?
Dignity Health Highlights Summer Safety as New Season Approaches
By Dignity Health
Emergency Room physicians across the San Bernardino County typically see a rise in seasonal injuries and illnesses, including heatstroke, waterrelated incidents, and foodborne illnesses. Dignity Health California urges the community to prioritize safety during the summer season's high temperatures and increased outdoor activities.
"Summer is a season when we see a sharp rise in preventable emergencies," said Dr. Charlie Abraham, Chief Medical Officer at Dignity Health St Bernardine Medical Center. "With just a few simple precautions, we can help prevent serious injuries, avoid unnecessary ER visits, and keep the focus on enjoying everything the season has to offer."
Heat Safety
The summer of 2023 recorded over 2,300 heat-related deaths in the United States, the highest in 45 years, according to the CDC. Emergency departments also saw a substantial increase in heat-related visits, particularly among adults aged 18–64.
To combat heat-related illnesses, Dr. Abraham recommends:
Are Immigrants Allowed to Be Free in the Land of Freedom?
By Bianca Zamora, Arroyo Valley High School Student
Everyone has opinions on the new government we are under. Ever since Trump came into office, things have changed. Whether people believe those changes are for better or worse is up to each person to decide.
However, one thing that's hard to ignore is how immigrants are treated. They're being dismissed and stripped of their rights. Policies from the Trump administration have made it harder for immigrants to build their lives here, often without considering their backgrounds or contributions. Many immigrants are labeled as "aliens" or seen as threats, even if they are innocent.
This issue in our society and government isn't just political—it's also social and deeply affects families. The idea of pushing immigrants out has led to serious consequences, including families being broken apart. This includes both families already in the United States and those trying to enter.
For example, many innocent immigrants from Venezuela are being accused of being a part of the gang Tren de Aragua for minor reasons. Some are sent to maximum-security prisons in El Salvador and denied contact with family.
NBC News states, "Relatives of recently deported Venezuelan immigrants said they were anguished and shocked to discover their loved ones were sent to a notorious mega-prison in El Salvador after they recognized them in a social media video." This situation shows how people are being punished and isolated for something they didn't do, simply because of where they're from. It's unfair and heartbreaking.
For immigrants entering the U.S., many parents are separated from their children. Their children are placed in different detention areas, often due to overcrowding. These children are put in cold facilities with no emotional or physical support.
In some cases, they're kept in these
centers for weeks or even months, unsure of when they'll see their families again. Parents struggle, not knowing where their child is or whether they're safe. They come for a better life, only to face worse conditions.
During the first 100 days of Trump's administration, many significant changes were made regarding immigration. These included efforts to end birthright citizenship, halt asylum processes, and cancel immigrants' scheduled appointments. His time in office may not have been the start of all these difficult situations, but it did make them worse.
This current social issue matters to me because I come from an immigrant family. Knowing these things could happen to my loved ones terrifies me. I've seen firsthand how these policies affect fellow immigrants. They feel restricted and isolated, diminished both physically and mentally, and most importantly, they are left living their life in fear. They came here hoping for a better life, but ended up living the opposite.
Seeing this happen fills me with many emotions, especially anger and helplessness. This situation angers me because they are treating immigrants as if they don't matter. It is as if we are once again in a social hierarchy—just a modern one. Immigrants work in labor that other Americans choose not to.
Yet, they are not rewarded or recognized for their hard work. Their sacrifice goes unseen.
Most of all, the strongest emotion in this situation is helplessness. I feel helpless because sometimes the only thing I can do is speak up, and that will only make a minor difference. One person alone can’t create instant change, so I am angered and helpless.
Overall, immigrants are being maltreated in this country. It may not have started under Donald Trump, but it did get worse when he took office. So the question is: Are immigrants allowed to be free in the land of freedom?
● Staying hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
● Electrolyte replacement and heat acclimation for those at risk
● Wearing light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.
● Avoiding strenuous activity and staying indoors during peak heat hours.
● Applying sunscreen regularly and wearing wide-brimmed hats.
● Checking on elderly neighbors and relatives during heatwaves.
● Keep infants and young children cool and shaded — avoid outdoor activities during peak heat, dress them in lightweight clothing, and ensure they stay well-hydrated.
Water Safety
Drowning remains a leading cause of accidental death, especially among children aged 1 to 4. Additionally, near-drowning incidents and ear infections like swimmer's ear are common during the summer months Dr. Abraham advises:
●Ensuring constant supervision of children.
● Wearing life jackets during water activities.
● Avoiding swimming under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Lucille Devlin, 100, Becomes First Centenarian in Native Sons Chapter
By Gary Devlin, community writer
The Native Sons of the Golden West: Arrowhead Parlor 110 welcomed its first centenarian member this past weekend, inducting 100year-old Lucille Devlin during a historic ceremony held at the organization’s downtown parlor inside the Enterprise Building.
Devlin, a longtime San Bernardino resident born in Gunnison, Utah, became not only the oldest individual ever admitted to Arrowhead Parlor 110 but also one of the first naturalized members following a resolution passed last year allowing individuals not born in California to join the Order.
“This is a moment that has been a long time coming,” said members close to Devlin, whose husband, Merrill, was a member for more than five decades. All six of their children are members, including her youngest son, who currently serves as a Grand Trustee. For years, Devlin supported her family’s participation from the sidelines — until the rule change finally made her inclusion possible.
Arrowhead Parlor 110, founded in San Bernardino in 1887, is one of the state’s oldest Native Sons chapters, part of a statewide organization formed in 1875 to preserve California’s history. The group sponsors historical plaques, supports state parks and the cleft palate program, and awards scholarships across the state.
In addition to Devlin’s induction, Arrowhead Parlor 110 also celebrated other milestones in re-
cent months. On May 22, 2025, Barbara Kimball — a former teacher and vice principal in San Bernardino — was elected to the state board as Grand Trustee during the organization’s Grand Parlor convention. She became only the second woman to hold that position and the first from Arrowhead Parlor 110.
The parlor, which relocated to the historic Enterprise Building in 2023, has seen a resurgence in activity and youth engagement. The Enterprise Building, designated a historic site by the parlor last October, was originally built in 1927 by John Andreson Jr., a prominent Native Sons member and former San Bernardino County supervisor. In October 2023, members from across Southern California gathered there for a history presentation and dedication ceremony recognizing the building’s legacy.
Adding to the revival of tradition, the Native Daughters of the Golden West held a flag dedication at the building in October 2024, raising both the U.S. and California flags atop the structure in a ceremony celebrating civic pride and heritage.
Arrowhead Parlor 110 counts among its current members Mayor Helen Tran and State Senator Eloise Gómez Reyes, continuing a legacy of civic involvement and historic preservation in the heart of downtown San Bernardino.
With Devlin’s induction, the Order symbolically closed the door on a past era of exclusion and opened a new chapter of inclusivity — one rooted in California values and community pride.
Community News
The City of San Bernardino announced the temporary closure of its historic California Theatre on June 2 as the 97-year-old landmark undergoes a $6.8 million renovation.
Located at 562 West 4th Street, the 1,700-seat theater has served as a cultural cornerstone for the region, hosting the San Bernardino Symphony, concerts, and national Broadway touring productions. City officials expect the venue to reopen in early October.
“The California Theatre is well known as a major landmark for visitors coming to downtown San Bernardino,” said Azzam Jabsheh, deputy director of public works. “The upgrades being planned are a great investment for the city.”
Built in 1928 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the theater was named “Best Performing Arts Venue” earlier this year by Inland Empire Magazine.
Planned upgrades include new theatrical sound and lighting systems, curtain and control improvements, and the replacement of the building’s HVAC system. Additional work includes new carpeting, interior and exterior painting, auditorium floor refinishing, architectural repairs, ADA compliance enhancements, and facade upgrades.
Earlier this year, the first phase of the renovation was completed with the full restoration of the theater’s original Wurlitzer Style 216 pipe organ. Installed when the theater first opened, the rare instrument was brought back to its 1928 factory appearance by Herman Organ Company of Baldwin Park, using vintage parts to preserve its historical integrity.
The $6,830,686 project is being carried out by Tilden Coil Constructors and funded through a combination of City Measure S funds, Cultural Development funds, and a $2.5 million grant from the California Arts Council.
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The California Theatre of the Performing Arts in San Bernardino is located at 562 West 4th Street, San Bernardino.
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Lucille Devlin, center, celebrates her historic induction as the first centenarian member of Arrowhead Parlor 110 alongside fellow members during a ceremony at the Enterprise Building in downtown San Bernardino.
Travis Barker Drums With FoHi Band, Receives Key to
City at Fontana Days Run
By Manny Sandoval
What began as a community tradition in 1955 became a milestone in city pride on Saturday, June 7. Blink-182 drummer and Fontana native Travis Barker returned home for the annual Fontana Days Run — and left with a street in his name, a key to the city, and a renewed connection with the youth and community that shaped him.
Thousands gathered in downtown Fontana for the race and post-run festivities. Barker, who graduated from Fontana High School in 1993, was joined by his wife Kourtney Kardashian as fans — runners and non-runners alike — swarmed the event grounds. The biggest surprise came when Barker took the stage to play two of Blink-182’s biggest hits, All the Small Things and The Rock Show, alongside Fontana High School’s marching band.
“The music program at FoHi saved me. It gave me direction, focus and purpose,” Barker said. “Because of that, I have always wanted to give back to this city. People ask me how I got successful, and my answer is always discipline and hard work. To everyone out there, you can do it too.”
Fontana Mayor Acquanetta Warren formally called Barker to the stage to announce that the city would be presenting him with a key to the city. “Travis, join me at the podium,” she said. “I want Rialto and Rancho to call me later and ask me what all that noise is.”
Warren and San Bernardino County Second District Supervisor Jesse Armendáriz also proclaimed June 7 as Travis Barker Day in the City of Fontana.
“Travis is using his platform to break musical boundaries and advocate for health, mindfulness, and mental wellness,” Warren said. “Through his dedication to fitness, recovery, and resilience… Travis represents the best of Fontana. I’m proud to know that he has never, ever forgotten where he came from.”
The Fontana Days Run, known nationally as one of the fastest half marathons in the country due to its 2,125-foot elevation drop, welcomed more than 2,000 additional attendees after the city announced Barker’s involvement just three days prior. According to Deputy City Manager Phillip Burum, the event swelled with support and admiration for Barker and Kardashian.
“There was a tremendous amount of community support — several thousand people came out to show love for Travis and to be close to Kourtney,” Burum said. “Travis and his family were thrilled and appreciative.”
Though Fontana Police Department increased its presence to ensure Barker’s safety, the drummer himself opted to run casually among the crowd, blending in with little fanfare during the race.
“Fontana PD really showed up for Barker,” Burum added. “But Travis is so laid-back — he just blended right into the crowd during the run. That’s the kind of person he is.”
The most unforgettable moment came when Barker joined Fontana High School’s student musicians on stage for a live drum performance that left fans — and students — in awe.
“The two students who got to play next to him were jumping out of their skin,” Burum said. “The band conductor was giddy and so appreciative. That was the best part — it’s once in a lifetime.”
The homecoming signals more than a celebration — it marks what city officials hope is the beginning of a long-standing partnership. Burum
emphasized the performance as a response to community members asking what Barker has done for the city.
“This is the reintroduction of Travis to Fontana,” Burum said. “He’s had success and now he’s in a position to give back. We’ve already talked about partnering with Run Travis Run and Fontana Unified’s music program for next year. This is phase one of what I hope to be a long and mutually beneficial relationship for the city and school district.”
Run Travis Run, Barker’s wellness initiative, was born after his near-fatal 2008 plane crash. With burns covering over 70% of his body, doctors told Barker he might never walk or drum the same again. Determined to defy those odds, he started running, slowly at first — then daily.
“Running gives me calmness and clarity,” Barker said. “I want to motivate people to get outside and walk or run for a few hours, as well as make healthy decisions and create healthy habits. This is what Run Travis Run is built off of and we’re just getting started.”
The Fontana Days Run — which includes a half marathon, 5K run, family fitness walk, and children’s dash — aligned perfectly with Barker’s health-forward mission. City officials are eager to bring Run Travis Run to future events, alongside Healthy Fontana, the wellness initiative launched by Mayor Warren that has become a model in other cities.
Senator Eloise Gómez Reyes (D-Colton) praised the city for recognizing Barker’s impact while reinforcing community wellness.
“Travis Barker is yet another shining example of the strength, tenacity, and resiliency of those of us born and raised here in the Inland Empire,” Reyes said. “What a joy to see the City of Fontana recognize him for his commitment to health and wellness at an event designed to encourage the same in our community members.”
While some events of this scale might cost cities millions, Fontana spent very little honoring Barker. “The run was already planned,” Burum said. “We just hosted his friends and family at Stage Red and paid a DJ to play during the prelude. There were virtually no extravagant costs.”
Stage Red, the city’s newly opened, state-ofthe-art music venue in downtown Fontana, served as a green room and welcome center for Barker and his guests — reinforcing Fontana’s growing status as a creative and cultural hub in the Inland Empire.
“Travis Barker is a proud native of Fontana and a graduate of Fontana High School,” Burum said. “His own words speak volumes: ‘The music program at FoHi saved me. It gave me direction and focus…’ Honoring Travis is not just about recognizing his accomplishments — it’s about acknowledging a story of perseverance, creativity, and impact.”
As Fontana continues to evolve and attract global talent, city leaders say events like these are central to shifting how outsiders perceive the community.
“People may not always see it, but moments like this are what help rebrand Fontana,” Burum said. “This is not the Fontana people think it was. With people like Sammy Hagar and Travis Barker engaging with the city, it’s clear we’re elevating to something new.”
And based on the love and commendment Barker received from the FoHi band and thousands of hometown fans, Fontana’s next chapter is off to a strong start.
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Travis Barker poses with the newly unveiled "Travis Barker Way" street sign during a special ceremony at the Fontana Days Run on Saturday, June 7, 2025.
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Mayor Acquanetta Warren and County Supervisor Jesse Armendariz with Barker as they declare June 7th, Travis Barker Day in Fontana.
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Maha Rizvi, representative for Senator Eloise Gómez Reyes, flashes a peace sign with Travis Barker during the Fontana Days Run celebration.
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Phone: 951-677-4819
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Associated General Contractors of Amer ca San D ego Chapter, Inc 6212 Ferris Square San D ego CA 92121
Phone: 858-558-7444
Email: p anroom@agcsd org Website: www agcsd org The District's Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids and/or waive any irregu ar ty in any bid received If the District awards the Contract the security of unsuccessful Bidder(s)
Notice Inv t ng Requests-ForProposals RFP No 26-06
Cybersecurity Equipment Software and Serv ces NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the San Bernardino C ty Unified School District of San Bernardino County, State of California acting through ts Govern ng Board hereafter referred to as the District , is seeking proposa s through ts OpenGov eProcurement web portal in response to RFP No 26-06
Cybersecurity Equipment, Software and Services from qualified vendors For more information please see the scopes of work n the RFP starting on page 25 Proposals must be submitted electronically up to but not later than Thursday July 31, 2025 at 11:00 a m , at https://procurement opengov c om/portal/sbcusd San Bernardino City Un f ed School
D strict is also requ red to post this RFP on USAC EPC Portal Form 470 #CBR420250437 has been posted and is ava lable for download at https://www usac org/erate/res o u r c e s / e - r a t
p r o d u c t i v i t ycenter/ Proposa forms on which the RFP must be presented specifications terms condit ons and instructions required for responding may be secured at the D strict's e-Procurement website at: https://procurement opengov c om/portal/sbcusd Contract award s contingent upon availability of funds Local M nority and D sabled 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 nformalities n the RFP document(s) The District may award any a l or none of this RFP Contract Analyst: James Soto 1st Publication: June 11 2025 2nd Publication: June 18, 2025 Request for C ar ficat on: June 25 2025 at 11:00 a m Virtual RFP Opening: July 31 2025 at 11:00 a m RFP No 26-06 Opening https://meet google com/zxspnxj-yzr Late entry w ll not be permitted CNS-3935367#
PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 6/12/25 E-943
NOTICE LIEN SALE 6/26/25 10AM AT 2520 E MAIN ST BARSTOW 14 UTIL LIC# TP9883 ID VIN# 1UYVS2536GU539595 18 GRATD LIC# 4UR5328 CA VIN# 1GRAA0629JW129790 Published El Ch cano June 12, 2025 E-944
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ALEX CARDENAS CASE NO : PROVV2500185
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors contingent creditors and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate or both of: ALEX CARDENAS
A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by PETITIONER RACHEL CARDENAS in the Superior Court of California County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that ALEX CARDENAS 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 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 author ty will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petit on and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority
A HEARING on the petition will be held on JULY 7, 2025 at 9:00 AM in Dept V12 ocated at 14455 CIVIC
DRIVE VICTORVILLE CA 92392
IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you shou d either 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 persona representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general persona 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 lega 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 Specia 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 Spec al Notice form is available from the Court Clerk
Attorney for Petitioner: MATTHEW J JOENS ESQ 2201 DUPONT DR SUITE 820 IRVINE CA 92612 (949) 851-0866 ext 2 Published El Chicano 6/12/25,6/19/25,6/26/25 E-946 LIEN SALE Notice s hereby given pursuant to sections 3071 and 3072 of the Civil Code of the State of California the undersigned will sell the fol owing vehicles at lien sa e at said address(s) at said time(s) on: Monday June 23 2025 to wit: YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE
094S84 NV To be sold by: OTG Towing 17985 L ndon Street Hesperia, San Bernardino County CA 92345 (10:00 AM) YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 21 HOND 1 H G C V 1 F
8VXB023 CA To be sold by: Broncs Towing 380 Kansas Street, Redlands, San Bernardino County CA 92373 (10:00 AM) YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 24 VOLK
3VW5M7BU4RM036591 To be sold by: Victor Val ey Towing, 17099 Gasline Rd, Victorville San Bernardino County CA 92394 (10:00 AM) YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 19 FRHT
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Petitioner or Attorney: Nanci Cruz Becerra Super or Court of Cal fornia County of San Bernardino, San Bernardino District –C vil 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 PER-
SONS: 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 ob ection 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 pub ished 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
Petitioner or Attorney: Rodolfo Amacosta Super or Court of California, County of San Bernardino 247 W Th rd St San Bernardino CA 92415 Civil D v sion of the San Bernardino D str ct PETITION OF: Rodolfo
Amacosta FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSECHANGE OF NAME
Case Number: CIV SB 2514615 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petit oner: Rodolfo Amacosta filed a pet tion with th s court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: Rodolfo Amacosta to Proposed name: Rudy Amacosta 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 ob ecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that ncludes the reasons for the ob ection 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 fi ed the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 7/29/2025 Time: 8:30 am Dept: S22
The address of the court s: same as noted above (To appear remotely check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court’s website To find your court s website go to w w w c o u r t s c a g o v / f i n
m ycourt htm ) A copy of this Order to Show Cause must be published at least once each week for four successive weeks before the date set for hear ng on the petition in a newspaper of genera circulation, printed in this county: El Chicano Newspaper
Dated:
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Diana Z. Rodriguez
Chancellor, San Bernardino Community College District
Website: SBCCD.edu
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
James C. Ramos
Assemblymember, 45 district th Website: a45.asmdc.org
Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh
California State Senator, 19th District
Phone: (909) 335-0271
Website: sr19.senate.ca.gov
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools
Phone: (909) 888-3228 Website: sbcss.net
Dr. Stephanie Houston
Chair, San Bernardino Community College District, Board of Trustees
Website: drstephaniehouston.com
Joseph Williams
Vice Chair, San Bernardino Community College District, Board of Trustees
