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Non-profit holds strong presence in predominately African-American community Gloria’s Corner

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Children participating in a Djembe drum lesson put together by musician C Jah-Amen Mobley during Day 2 of the United Nations of Consciousness (UNC) Adopt-A-Community Summer Program.

dents self-sufficient and creating a Consciousness (UNC) last year in space where people could come hopes of yielding positive results in a historically impoverished and a’Nae Norwood and her together. violent-prone area of the city. six close friends had a The small circle of friends foundvision for San Bernardino: UNC cont. on page 2 making African-American resi- ed the United Nations of

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Ivan Quintero takes truck load of honors from Arroyo Valley HS to soccer fields of CSUSB

Delegates prepare for National Convention

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Democratic delegates Maricela Ferguson, James Albert, and Bobbi Jo Chaverria Democratic delegates. Why? Ask Bobbi Jo Chavarria and James The Inland region representatives

By Anthony Victoria Albert--two delegates supporting are attending the Democratic he road to Philadelphia has Bernie Sanders--or Maricela National Convention for the first been an exciting, but diffi- Ferguson, a Hillary Clinton supDelegates cont. on page 2 cult journey for porter.

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San Bernardino Political Cartooning Workshops – July to November

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he California Arts Council awarded to Arts $7,290 Connection (AC) as part of its new Artists Activating Communities program. The City of San Bernardino Fine Arts Commission also awarded a matching grant in the amount of $8100, making the programming possible.

Artist/activist Michael Segura will lead the series of political cartooning workshops, to be held at The Garcia Center for the Arts in San Bernardino.

The free workshops will engage participants in discussion around local, regional and national issues, as well as teaching fundamental cartooning techniques and materials.

Phil Yeh, other guest artists and civic groups will be brought in for additional presentations. Participants will have the opportunity to publish work through the Inland Empire Community Newspapers, a special election issue of Uncle Jam magazine and the AC website.

Artists Activating Communities is a new pilot grant program that supports sustained artistic residencies in community settings, demonstrating the arts to be a central component of civic life, and artists to be vital in shaping society. The projects are artistdriven, engage community members as active participants, and activate participants to develop and express their own creativity.

First Session Begins, July 11 from 6 PM to 8 PM at the Garcia Center for the Arts, located at 536 W. 11th Street in San Bernardino.

For more information, contact Danielle Giudici Wallis at (909) 537-5809

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“ My advice to young people out there is to not sit around and wait for permission to do something.

Plug your ears and plow ahead.”

--United Nations of Consciousness Executive Director La’Nae Norwood.

Bobbi Jo Chavarria with fellow delegate Glenda Barillas.

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ime. They’re learning that the process of nominating a presidential candidate is rather complex.

And they’re also learning that their presence at the event comes at a high cost.

“There is an understanding that there are party leaders that are running the show,” explained Chavarria. “The rest of us are trying to keep up and understand the process.”

The grassroots organizer from Fontana was referring to the past weekend’s developments. On Sunday the California Democratic Party approved a resolution to try to convince Democratic National Committee officials to change the nominating process for the 2020 race. That will include reducing the number of superdelegates and elimination of caucuses.

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leaders that have the ability to vote for whoever they want, yield to much influence. The resolution is calling for the removal of superdelegate status for officials and party leaders. In addition, members of the National Committee would remain super-delegates, but would be required to vote for the candidate who won their constituency.

country trip. The trip to Philadelphia is estimated to cost around $6,000; flight, room, and food are the bulk of the expenditures. Some have created GoFundMe accounts and others have planned fundraisers in hopes of raising money.

“The democratic platform is the most progressive in the country,” she said. “But it’s still a rather complex process, which is why most people don’t bother to deal with it. Progressive and equal values have to align with the issues our people face. These people need a voice, and I think we’re aiming to do just that.”

Albert, 24, explained he doesn’t know what to expect at the convention. Nevertheless, he’s confident the delegates will play a vital part at the convention.

Ferguson said finding the money is her biggest concern. “I’m 63, and I’m on a pension,” she explained. “I’m sure it’s a bigger Chavarria believes the issues the concern for younger delegates, party stands for have to be deter- who are still in school. I’ve spoken mined on values that serve the in- to my club (Rialto Democratic terests of constituents.

Club) to try to receive some help.”

“When I first got involved in this process, I thought I was going to be the one to get the coffee or water. This [isn’t] that type of movement,” said Albert. “EveryMany contest that superdele- Chavarria and Albert are among one has played a key role.” gates, elected officials and party the approximately 5,000 people who will be making the cross-

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Musician C Jah-Amen Mobley instructing children on how to play the Djembe drum.

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“There are a lot of disparities in African-American communities,” Norwood said. “What can we do about it? Well, for one we need to be our own saviors, and go back to where we came from.”

A year later UNC has a base to call home in the Anne Shirrells Community Center. Dozens of staff and community volunteers are devoted to delivering on the organization’s principles of, “resources, reach, and results.” Underwood, the executive director and co-founder of UNC, believes the nonprofit is contributing to long-term change of San Bernardino’s westside.

dating back to last fall.

“We did things from picking up trash to cutting weeds,” said Norwood.

The group proceeded to hold resource fairs inside the apartment complexes, giving residents information on GED courses, mental health services, clothing giveaways, and food drives. Norwood said UNC continues to do that on a quarterly basis.

The group is currently holding the Adopt a Community Summer Program at Anne Shirrells. Taking place through July 29, the program will provide children instruction on African culture and personal empowerment. On Tuesday students received lessons on “Many people believed we how to play the Djembe drum couldn’t do it,” expressed the 31- from musician C Jah-Amen Mobyear-old mother of two. “My ad- ley. vice to young people out there is to not sit around and wait for per- UC Riverside Dance professor mission to do something. Plug Clydean (Makeda Kumasi) Parker your ears and plow ahead.” preceded Mobley’s lesson on West African musical tradition by conYet, Norwood admitted there is veying three core principles to the still much more work to be done. children: humility, respect, and efShe explained it was an arduous fort. task building trust around the African-American community at “You can’t do your best if you’re the group's inception. “There were not listening,” Parker told about a concerns about division due to group of twenty children. “[And] differences among different always make sure to do your groups,” she said. “We thought it best.” would be good to have a common goal that unites us and doesn’t di- Other activities being offered are vide us.” the Rites of Passage male mentoring program (led by Cal State Los UNC bears the symbol of nkon- Angeles Professor of Education sonkonson (Chain Link), which Dr. Lawson (Nana Kweku) Bush originates from Southern Ghana. V), literacy and math tutoring, The group proudly conveys the self-defense/martial arts classes, emblem on t-shirts as they walk and music/hip-hop lessons. neighborhoods on the Westside.

The group’s efforts to improve liv- “We have some amazing staff ing conditions began with com- helping us bring this all together,” munity clean ups--mainly held at Norwood said. “I think we have a the Little Zion Manor and Dorjil permanent presence here. We’re Apartments near California Street. seeing a shift in the culture According to Norwood, UNC conducted cleanup days every weekend for nine months straight

Gloria’s Corner Gloria Macias Harrison

Headed to Academies: Rep. Pete Aguilar (D-San Bernardino) has announced the seven students from the 31st Congressional District who will be attending U.S. Service Academies this fall. The class of 2020 will include seven students. They are: Andrew Aldaz, United States Military Academy at West Point; Wade Preciado, United States Naval Academy at Annapolis; Garret Gwozdz, United States Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs; Erick Kawecki, United States Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs; Luke Andres, United States Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs; Nicole Thompson, United States Military Academy at West Point; and Hannah Nance, United States Air Force Academy Preparatory School at Colorado Springs. Congratulations class of 2020!

June is important: Not only was June 19th Father's Day, but it was also a very important day in U. S. history - Juneteenth or Emancipation Day. It commemorates the announcement

of the abolition of slavery in Texas in June 1865 and the emancipation of African-American slaves in the Confederate South. It is a reminder of our principle of Equality for all people. So here we are 151 years later with still much work to be done to ensure Equality for all people. Given all the negative rhetoric at the national and state level it is vital that our voices are heard this November. Our voice is our vote. As Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez recently stated: "Please use your voice to stand for equality ...".

Exhibits & Theatre:

Saturday, June 4 - Sunday, June 26 - the Redlands Footlighters present "A Little Murder Never Hurt Anybody" directed by Barry Wallace at the Footlighters Theater, 1810 Barton Road. This delightful comedy is charming and full of laughs. Performances are Friday and Saturday nights at 8 p.m. and Sunday's at 2 p.m. Tickets may be purchased on line at www.redlandsfootlighters.org/buy -tickets or call 909.793.2909

Monday, June 20 - Thursday, July 28 - California State University, San Bernardino presents its 46th Annual Student Art Exhibition featuring the artwork from the next generation of emerging Inland Empire artists at the Robert and Frances Fullerton Museum of Art (RAFFMA), 5500 University Parkway. This highly competitive exhibition will feature a variety of media, subjects, approaches and styles that express a wide range of ideas about traditional contemporary art. Museum hours are Monday, to Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. - Thursday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Museum is closed on Friday and Saturday. For information visit

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or from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. at the Gonzales Community Center, 670 Colton Ave. swimmers can see a Save the Date: movie while swimming and splashing in the pool. There is a $2 Friday, June 24 - the Wildwood fee and space is limited so come Neighborhood Association and the early. All movies part of this proLutheran Church present Free gram are PG rated.

Movies at Dusk featuring the PG rated Universal Studios' Minions. Saturday, June 25 - the City of All movies are shown at the Rialto Park and Recreation present Lutheran Church, 5050 North Doggone Country Concert & Sierra Way, San Bernardino. At- Sound of Rialto from 4 p.m. to 8 tendees are encouraged to bring p.m. at Rialto City Park. This comblankets and chairs. munity event features a live country band, mechanical bull riding, Friday, June 24 - Colton Com- dog costume contest and more. munity Services presents Movies Food vendors are available. For inAt The Park featuring Penguins of formation call: 909.421.4949 Madagascar at Veterans Park, 290 O Street, Colton. The movie starts Sunday, June 26 - the San around 8:15 p.m. In addition to the Bernardino Sunset Rotary presents movie there will be games, crafts, its 30th Annual Tinman Triathlon snack and food vendors. For infor- 5K Run/Walk at California State mation call 909.370.6155 University San Bernardino, 5500 University Parkway from 7 a.m. to Friday, June 24 - the 2016 Red- 11 a.m. The Triathlon also includes lands Bowl Summer Music Festi- a Kids Triathlon, a Tricycle Race val opens with the San Bernardino and a Challenged Triathlon. ProSymphony Orchestra: Gershwin ceeds from this event provide Spectacular conducted by Frank scholarships for San Bernardino Paul Fetta. Renowned interna- students. For information and to tional pianist Steven Van- register visit: rotarytinman.org hauwaert performs Gershwin's Concerto in F Major. The evening Tuesday, June 28 - the Redlands includes other Gershwin favorites Bowl Summer Music Festival such as Strike Up The Band, presents the Winners of the 65th Promenade, and An American in Annual Redlands Bowl Young Paris. This free event is held at the Artist Competition at the Bowl, 25 Redlands Bowl, 25 Grant Street at Grant Street at 8 p.m. These gifted 8:00 p.m. For information call: young musicians were chosen by rigorous competition to display 909.793.7316 their talent in a recital for the Bowl Saturday, June 25 - the Rialto audience. In addition these talLions Breakfast Lions Club and ented musicians will receive scholpresented by the Lions of District 417 is sponsor- arships ing a Free Vision Screening from Associates of the Redlands Bowl.

8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Rialto For information on this performRecreation and Community Cen- ance and the entire season call: ter, 214 N. Palm, Rialto. The vi- 909.793.7316 sion screening is designed to assess ocular health concerns and Thursday, June 30 - the South provide a usable pair of recycled Coast Air Quality Management eyeglasses until the participant can District in partnership with San obtain the professional services Bernardino Valley College and the and ophthalmic materials on their Center for Community Action and own. All ages are welcomed and Environmental Justice (CCAE) it’s on a first come first served present A Community Conversabasis. For information call tion on Air Pollution and Health from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the San 909.731.9025 Bernardino Valley College, 701 Saturday, June 25 - Colton South Mount Vernon. A free conCommunity Services presents tinental breakfast and lunch will be Dive-In Movies featuring Cloudy served. For information and to regWith A Chance of Meatballs ister email: ejcp@aqmd.gov or raffma.csusb.edu call909.537.7373

call: 909.396.2432 or Eventbrite: http://bit.ly/CleanAirEvent

Friday, July 1 - Colton Community Services presents Movies in the Park featuring Epic at Elizabeth Davies Park, 1055 Laurel Drive, Colton. The movies start around 8:15 p.m. In addition to the movie there will be games, crafts and snacks for sale. Public is encouraged to bring chairs and blankets and enjoy the night with family and friends. For information call: 909.370.6155

Friday, July 1 - the Redlands Bowl Summer Music Festival presents Navy Band Southwest at the Bowl, 25 Grant Street. This Navy Band is one of the oldest military bands and will play some of America’s treasured patriotic music and pop favorites. Under the direction of Lt. Jane E. Hoffman, the band serves the military and civilian communities throughout the Southwest. For information on this concert and the whole season call: 909.793.7316

Monday, July 4 - the City of Rialto presents A Hometown Fourth of July Carnival from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Jerry Eaves Park, 1485 N. Ayala Drive. This free event will feature a Firework Show Spectacular, carnival games, eating contests (hot dog, pizza & watermelon), Sound of Rialto Finale, raffles and giveaways, kid block party, face painting and more free and fun activities. For information call: 909.421.4949 Favorite Quote:

"I speak not for myself but for those without voice...those who have fought for their rights...their right to live in peace, their right to be treated with dignity, their right to equality of opportunity, their right to be educated."

-Malala Yousafzai, activist for female education and the youngest ever Nobel Prize Laureatei

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Words to Think About: My Dear Friend Lt. Colonel (Ret.) Donald Davis

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By G. W. Abersold Ph.D.

t. Colonel (Ret.) Donald Davis is a man whom I admire and appreciate more than any other I have met. Where he came from; what he’s done’ and what he is today.

Don was born on May 6, 1926. He is currently 90 years old. He was born in Toronto, Ohio which was and is a coal mine, steel mill town.

It is located south of East Liverpool and north of Steubenville, Ohio.

Toronto is on the bank of the Ohio River.

Don had six siblings; all have passed away. His mother died at age 40 and his father at 65.

He graduated from High School in three years and immediately joined the U.S. Navy.

Throughout his elementary and H.S. Days, math was his best subject. Don’s High School Math teacher, Wade Carpenter, led him to get a scholarship in the U.S. Navy V-12 program. It was a war-time college training program.

Upon enlisting in the Navy, they sent him to the University of South Carolina where he received an engineering degree. He was then assigned to an aircraft carrier as an Ensign.

In his freshman year of H.S. a major event occurred in Don’s life.

He was converted to being a Christian. It radically changed his life.

Shortly thereafter he felt called to the ministry and after his Navy enlistment, he attended Northwest Nazarene College in Idaho for one year.

He then enrolled in the Nazarene Theological Seminary in Kansas

City, Missouri. I met Donald there in 1948 and we graduated in 1951.

During Seminary, he pastored a Presbyterian Church in Raymore, Mo. He was a full time pastor while in school.

Upon graduation he pastored two Nazarene churches in the State of Washington. In 1954, he was convinced to become a Presbyterian and joined the U.S. Army and became a Chaplain. He retired from the military in 1982 with the rank of Lt. Colonel.

Don spent 1967-1968 as a Chaplain in Vietnam. He has strong memories and thoughts about his service there. “Every day was Sunday,” he says. What he meant was that every day he held a service out in the Vietnam jungle. Obviously the soldiers were fighting for their lives.

Don also reflects on the attitude of Americans when he returned home. In particular after his second tour-1970-1971. The attitude toward the war was negative and angry. Unfortunately, the military received the brunt of the citizen’s anger.

Until the Iraq-Afghanistan wars,

the Vietnam War was the longest in U.S. history.

Our involvement began with the Truman Administration, followed

by Eisenhower sending advisors and the CIA there, Kennedy sent soldiers and then Johnson sent thousands of combat soldiers.

Richard Nixon is credited with ending the war.

Approximately 55-60,000 died in Vietnam and all of their names are inscribed on the Memorial in Washington, D.C. Don says he did not have responsibility for their burial. Their bodies were sent home in body bags.

His second tour was different from the first one. He was in an advisory capacity, giving advice and instruction to the South Vietnamese Army Chaplain’s Corps. In addition he conducted daily worship services for members of the U.S. Military.

For several years prior to his retirement, his enlistment included several years in Europe. This responsibility also included opportunity to travel throughout many of the European countries.

For the next eleven years-he re-

tired in 1982-he was sent to graduate school for training in Cognitive Counseling. After that, until retirement, he trained and counseled in the Chaplain’s School.

In 1968, Don and Alice were married and they now live in Carlsbad, California. Their compatibility and love for each other is obvious.

Since his retirement, he has not been idle. He served the Presbyterian Church in Oceanside as Interim Minister and for years he led a weekly Bible Study. He also established a Counseling Center in the Church. He has had several major surgeries; exercises regularly and he and Alice have a very active social life. The title of his book, “Deal With It,” expresses his basic psychological philosophy. They also regularly go to their cabin east of Seattle about every other month.

One of the highlights for meeting and enhancing my early years with Donald is renewing our relationship. We get together every month or two. Since Stella and I can no longer drive, they join us in San Bernardino. They are truly very good friends.

Amen. Selah. So be it.

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By Yazmin Alvarez

The Heat is On! LLUMC offers tips to surviving summer

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t’s HOT.

The Inland Empire practically melted on Monday.

At 9 a.m. temperatures were already in the high 80’s in Moreno Valley. By noon, temperatures were reading at 111 in Rialto.

Then just 36 minutes later, in San Bernardino, it was 113.

The numbers just slowly kept creeping up.

It was unbearable and a great “Welcome, summer” from Mother Nature.

Thanks, girl.

Well, you got one over us this time, but not again!

To help deal with the scorching heat, Loma Linda University is stepping in and offering some advice and tips on surviving heat waves and avoiding a trip to the hospital because of the weather.

“Throughout the summer, our bodies acclimatize to the hot weather,” said Lea Walters, LLUMC emergency department physician and medical director, in a news release.

“For this reason, the first extreme spikes in heat every year affect people of all ages more severely than later in the summer.”

While seniors, children, and those living with chronic health conditions may develop symptoms earlier as temperatures rise, everyone, including seasoned athletes, are at risk, she added.

“I would advise against training during the hottest parts of the day,” she said in the release, “and yet I often see cyclists and runners in the middle of the day.”

According to Walters, people

who are taking blood pressure, allergy or psychiatric medication often don’t realize that high temperatures may impact them more.

Fortunately, there are several steps that can be taken to avoid heat stroke: •Limit outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day; don’t try to be invincible.

•Stay out of the direct sun.

•Drink fluids; if you are sweating, drink fluids that contain electrolytes.

•Drink before you feel thirsty.

•Make use of air conditioning.

•If you begin to feel symptoms, shed layers of clothes; dampen a cloth and sit near a fan.

•Seek shelter where there is AC: if you don’t have it at home: shopping malls; grocery stores and the library are common cooling spots.

In L.A., Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside counties, call 2-1-1 from any phone for a list of cooling center options.

Walters suggests that in following these guidelines, as well as checking on elderly family members, neighbors and friends will help bring fewer patients with heat-related symptoms to the emergency department.

To avoid heat stroke, Walters urges everyone to be watchful for symptoms including dehydration, headache, nausea and profuse sweating.

Severe heat exhaustion is lifethreatening, Walters said.

Symptoms of severe heat exhaustion also include an increased heart rate, rapid breathing, flu-like symptoms such as fever with a temperature over 104 degrees, confusion and seizures.

When patients arrive in the emergency department with symptoms of heat stroke, immediate steps are taken.

According to the news release, heat stroke patients are cooled using external and possibly internal methods, started on IV fluids and may even need intubation — a tube inserted into the trachea — depending on how sick they are.

Walters urged that heat emergencies can be fatal.

“Patients with severe ‘heat exhaustion,’ — for example dehydration with any electrolyte abnormalities or muscle breakdown — will be admitted to the hospital. Every heat stroke patient is admitted, probably to the intensive care unit.”

To learn more about preventing heat stroke and tips on staying cool in the summer, visit Loma Linda University Medical Hospital’s website, www.lluhealth.org.

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CSU – San Bernardino, Students Find Climate Survey Corrupt and a Waste of Tax-Payer’s Money

Black Scholars Matter, Dreamers (Undocumented – AB540), and representatives from a crosssection of our diverse student body here at California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) have combined forces to address an unsettling matter that has been perpetuated on our campus in recent years.

It is a matter of great pride that CSUSB serves as a beacon of tolerance, advocacy, and community partnership and for the past several years we have been aggressively promoting unity, inclusivity, empowerment, and shared governance. However, our rich tradition of San Bernardino Strength is in jeopardy as a result of what can only be defined as the self-serving interests of specific CSUSB entities at the exclusion of what is best for our students. That said, this open letter is to share our frustration and disappointment with The Faculty Senate at CSUSB.

It is our position that The Faculty Senate has waged a concerted effort to alienate – undermine – and dismiss students’ voices on campus. Furthermore, the Faculty Senate continues to promote academic segregation and has strategically worked to devalue students’ input. As students at CSUSB we find the recent climate survey to be divisive, misleading, conveniently inaccurate, and deliberately designed to attack President Morales and his administration.

It is no secret that as our first Latino President at California State University, San Bernardino (a federally recognized Hispanic Serving Institution), President Morales has been the recipient of open hostility – particularly from faculty members who have undeniably expressed their unequivocal prejudices towards our president and by extension towards our students. Moreover, as students of color from diverse backgrounds ourselves, we have experienced firsthand discrimi-

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nation and alienation in our own classrooms from some faculty members. The inability and/or unwillingness of our Faculty Senate to listen to and address our concerns has caused us to pursue a variety of avenues of recourse – both within and without the university – in order to ensure an accessible and quality education for ALL students – not just SOME students. This is particularly important when 80% of our students are First Generation enrollees who lack the institutional knowledge to navigate “The System” by themselves.

Black Scholars Matter, Dreamers (Undocumented – AB540) and representatives from a crosssection of our diverse student body on campus have worked with President Morales and his administration (in addition to College Deans, Department Chairs, Student Affairs Officers, and willing faculty members) to promote unity, autonomy, professionalism, academic efficacy, and a climate that encourages inclusivity. Students have publically supported President Morales because, unlike The Faculty Senate, President Morales values and encourages our participation in the shared governance process. President Morales’ contributions to our success include, but are not limited to: increased jobs for students on campus, increased student scholarships, and expanded student resources and access to said resources – just to name a few. Thus, it is no surprise that The Faculty Senate intentionally excluded student participation in the climate survey.

As student representatives, we have attended The Faculty Senate meetings and find their presentations offensive, destructive, and unproductive. The Faculty Senate does not represent many of the amazing faculty members we have on campus. The Faculty Senate is comprised of entrenched faculty members who neglect our students so as to utilize their taxpayer funded tenure time to wage war against Presi-

dent Morales.

Fortunately, CSUSB is also home to faculty members who do not attack our students, but work with our students to improve our professional and academic careers. These faculty members get very little credit and many times no recognition. The corruption in which the climate survey was conducted does not in any way reflect on our real allies who actually work to improve our academic and professional climate here at CSUSB. In many cases, these faculty members are also silenced by the entrenched faculty of The Faculty Senate.

At a time when the City of San Bernardino is garnering international notoriety for our very real problems with crime, poverty, and economic instability our sole focus at CSUSB should be to serve as the intellectual and cultural hub for our shared communities. With the eyes of the world on us, we should be the model of shared governance, tolerance, and inclusivity. That is why it is critical that we here at CSUSB accept our charter and work together to improve not only the climate of our campus but of our entire City of San Bernardino. As students at CSUSB in order to support a city we love, we are committed to finding ways to stay in San Bernardino after we graduate in order to help address some of the social and economic disparities we have both witnessed and experienced firsthand. We shouldn’t have to battle our own faculty to accomplish this goal. We look forward to the day when The Faculty Senate (and some of their faculty supporting allies) can get over their prejudices and narcissism so that we can all work together towards the renaissance of San Bernardino as one of the best cities in which to live, work, and learn.

Respectfully, Students of California State University, San Bernardino

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Closing Ceremonies for Future Leaders Friday, June 24th, 2016 1

30+ Latino eighth- and ninth-grade students from schools representing San Bernardino, Riverside and Los Angeles counties are participating in the 32th Annual Inland Empire Future Leaders Program (IEFLP). This year’s program is held at the Idyllwild Pines Camp in Idyllwild, June 19, 2016 to June 24, 2016 with the opening registration on June 19, 2016 at 9:30 A.M. at California State University San Bernardino. The closing ceremony program will take place at the Den at California State University San Bernardino on June 24, 2016 beginning at 4:00 P.M. The program’s goals are to encourage the students to stay in school, strive for academic excellence, become leaders in school, and community, and eventually earn a college degree. In addition, participants received leadership training, financial literacy information and communication skills which were emphasized in combination with cultural pride workshops, says Dr. Tom M. Rivera, associate dean emeritus

of Undergraduate Studies at Cal State San Bernardino and chair of the IEFLP board of directors.

According to recent research, parents of Latino high school students want their students to succeed and they want role models to help their children be successful and go to college and that is exactly a purpose our program strives to address says Dr. Ronald (R.C.) Heredia, a native of Colton, CA and current professor of psychology at East Los Angeles College. The 2016 recipients of the IEFL Art Arzola Scholarship will be announced at the closing program on June 24th: Nick Araujo of Moreno Valley, Estefania Gonzalez of Colton and Michael Hamlett of Ontario.

Participants from the 1994 IEFL Conference, Paloma Esquivel, staff writer for the Los Angeles Times, and 2-time Pulitzer Prize Winner delivered the keynote address to the students. “Future Leaders is an experience that offers students a foundation for building a network with other successful leaders and attaining leadership skills such as goal set-

ting, public speaking and goal setting for the university they want to attend” Emmanuel Gutierrez, a 2005 delegate and staff member, explained, for him “this program allowed me to believe in myself to accomplish my goals. I felt prepared to succeed in college when I left graduated from the program. The conference provided me with a network of familia and exposure to lawyers, film makers, doctors, professors, and professional.

These people are now my friends.” 2011 delegate and 20132015 staff member, Luis Castellanos, from the Coachella Valley, said "It's amazing how much I use the information I learned from camp in school, in my ASB leadership class, and in life. What I find even more amazing is that I get pass everything I learned on to everybody else I meet. IEFL is more than a program, it is a lifestyle that is able to enrich every aspect of your life by giving you the tools to succeed, and become a better person and leader." Dr. R.C. Heredia, a 1992 delegate and a 2016 Executive

Conference Director, said, “Having experienced this program as a high school student, I learned the leadership tools that have helped me to succeed in high school, at UCLA, in graduate school and in my career. The confidence in myself and the network that I developed from my experiences with IEFL were instrumental in earning a doctorate degree. It is one of my life goals to continue developing leaders in our community.” Over the past thirty-two years, Inland Empire Future Leaders has helped many of its delegates attend and graduate from: Harvard, Notre Dame, Pepperdine, Stanford, UCLA, USC, UCR, UCSB, UCSD, CSUSB and the list goes on and on. Many of the conference’s delegates have gone on to become: lawyers, teachers, doctors, professors, film makers, journalists and even a congressman (Congressmen Pete Aguilar and Dr. Raul Ruiz)!

Over 4,000 students have participated in the program, which commenced in 1985. The program’s popularity and effective-

ness among students, parents, educators, and community supporters can be shown from surveys taken every year since 1990, which indicate that 99 percent of student participants graduate from high school and 90 percent attend college, Rivera said. Our staff of over 60 individuals is made up entirely of volunteers added Heredia.

Volunteers from area school districts and community service organizations, such as the Kiwanis Club of Greater San Bernardino, whose members used their professional expertise to encourage the students to participate in community service projects, joined with 60 former Future Leaders to implement this year’s program.

Funding for the program is provided through individuals, community groups, businesses, foundations, and government agencies.

For more information contact Dr. R.C. Heredia, Executive Conference Director, (310) 413-0041, drrc@iefl.org.

n June 20, 2016, Mayor R. Carey Davis and the Common Council will name June 16th as Vice Admiral Kenneth M. Carr Day in honor of San Bernardino’s legendary “Hometown Hero”.

Vice Admiral Carr and his wife Molly of sixty-three (63) years will be buried together today at Arlington National Cemetery by order of the President of the United States.

As a small boy, Vice Admiral Kenneth M. Carr lived at 776 West 4th Street near the corner of “F” Street. He attended Lincoln

Elementary School, Sturges Junior High School, San Bernardino High School as well as San Bernardino Valley College. Vice Admiral Carr visited his mother and family each year and made contact with the community that he grew up in.

When Vice Admiral Carr was old enough, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and quickly became a Landing Craft Driver. He landed under enemy fire with Combat Marines and the Army in the bloodiest battles of WWII in Guam, Okinawa and the Mariana Islands and evacuated the

wounded. He was the Navy’s Senior Submarine Officer and the highest ranking Military Officer from the Inland Empire.

After WWII, Vice Admiral Carr sailed into World History as the Gunnery Officer aboard the World’s First Nuclear Submarine (SS 571) Nautilus. He then set World History as the Engineering Officer aboard the Nautilus (SS 571) as the first ever under the Ice Cap at the North Pole. Any mishap aboard the Nautilus (SS 571) would entomb the crew under more than 60 feet of ice for eternity…what a Brave Crew of

Heroes.

Vice Admiral Carr’s forty-two (42) years of Naval Service memorabilia will be distributed to local schools and libraries as well as Naval Museums under the direction of his boyhood neighbor and personal friend, Navy Veteran Jack H. Brown.

“We love you and we will never forget you. Your proud ‘Hometown’ of San Bernardino and a grateful nation salutes you…‘Our Very Own Hometown Hero,’ stated Jack H. Brown, Executive Chairman of Stater Bros. Markets. “Sailor, rest your oar,”

Brown concluded.

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County Museum Summer Explorers day camp registration open now

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his summer, your child can solve crimes, pan for gold, encounter reptiles, and build a robot! Registration is now open for San Bernardino County Museum Summer Explorers day camps. Five weeklong sessions are scheduled, starting June 28 and continuing through July. Advance registration is required; campers must have completed first grade and be 7 to 10 years old. Each camp session is Tuesday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The cost is $155 per week of camp; children of Museum Association members may enroll for $135 per week. Limited scholarships are available by application.

In Session One, June 28 – July 1, “Exploring STEM,” campers will develop problem-solving skills and explore the concepts of and construction building through hands-on exploration and design. They will engage in friendly engineering competitions, including robot-building.

In Session Three, July 12 – 15, “Exploring Geology and Paleontology,” campers will join a mock dig to discover what’s underneath the surface of the earth and explore the formation of rocks, the beauty of gems, and the fascination of fossils.

and lanterns, and more.

Camp wraps up July 26-29 with “Exploring Animals,” when campers can get up close with mammals, reptiles, and insects.

They will explore animal habitats and adaptations in the museum’s Exploration Station live animal gallery.

more information, contact the education division at (909) 7988611.

Summer Explorers and the County Museum’s other exciting events and exhibits reflect the effort by the Board of Supervisors to achieve the Countywide Vision by celebrating arts, culture, and education in the county, creating quality of life for residents and visitors. Summer Camps are supported in part by the San Bernardino County Museum Association and a generous donation from Johnnie Ann Ralph.

The San Bernardino County Museum is at 2024 Orange Tree Lane, at the California Street exit from Interstate 10 in Redlands.

The museum is open Tuesdays through Sundays from 9 am to 5pm. General admission is $10 (adult), $8 (military or senior), $7 (student), and $5 (child aged 5 to 12). Children under five and Museum Association members are admitted free. Parking is free. For more information, visit www.sbcountymuseum.org. The museum is accessible to persons with disabilities.

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In Session Two, July 5 – 8, “Exploring Forensics,” campers will solve a mock crime at the museum. An expert in forensic science leads campers through the process of crime investigation with hands-on activities.

In Session Four, July 19 – 22, “Exploring History and Archaeology,” campers will discover people of the past through gold panning, and making historic objects. They will relive the days of the 1880s, participate in a shoebox archaeological dig, learn Cahuilla bird songs, make masks

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Paakuma’ K-8 graduates inaugural eighth grade class

From San Manuel Band of Mission Indians

e offer congratulations to the inaugural 8th grade class of Paakuma' K-8 School in San Bernardino.

The school is named in honor of the leader and namesake of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, Santos Manuel (Paakuma’ Tawinat), who led the Tribe when the reservation was established in 1891.

Tribal Secretary Ken Ramirez was honored to be the keynote speaker sharing with students, “In the early years of the reservation, our elders set out a vision that the best way for the Tribe to secure its future was to adequately prepare and support the next generation Adapting to change while never forgetting who we are or where we come from. That’s why it is especially meaningful to stand here today and see that a school in Paakuma’s name has come to embody this vision by expanding it to the future generations of San the Paakuma’ K-8 School graduating class.

Bernardino.”

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a Paakuma’ K-8 School eighth grader receiving a hearty congratulations from Principal Victoria Morales.

San Bernardino Public Library Hosting Summer Meals for Children

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he Feldheym Central Library, in partnership with the nonprofit organization 180 Degrees and Still Standing, is providing meals to children again this year for the Summer Meal Program. Summertime brings a break from school, but the need for good nutrition doesn’t take a break!

Funded by the United States Department of Agriculture, summer meal programs offer families a great way to stretch their family food budgets. Summer meal programs also help ensure that, while school is out, children in the community have continued access to the healthy food and learning opportunities essential to their devel-

opment. Children and teens are not only well-fed, but in a safe environment, which often provides fun or educational activities that help them return to school, healthy and ready to learn.

The Feldheym Central Library will offer lunch from 11:30 AM12:30 PM on Monday through Thursday now through July 30, 2015. The library is located at 555 West Sixth Street in San Bernardino. For more information call 909-381-8235.

Summer meals are open to all children and teens 18 years and younger. It is free and there is no paperwork or enrollment requirement!

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Annual Inland Empire Turtle & Turtoise show in Redlands helps educate future caretakers

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a group of red-eared sliders caught the attention of young turtle lovers during the california turtle and tortoise club inland empire chapter’s annual show at the redlands community center.

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Baby red-eared sliders were among the many turtles showcased at the annual turtle and tortoise show in redlands. the show was presented by the california turtle and tortoise club inland empire chapter.

Under the stars, on the field with Vision2Read and the 66ers

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ring your tents and sleeping bags for a fun night at the Vision2Read Family Sleepover following the Inland Empire 66ers baseball game on Saturday, July 16.

The game begins at 7:05 p.m. at San Manuel Stadium in San Bernardino. Following the game, families are invited to camp

overnight in the outfield and watch a movie made from an all-time favorite book, “The Princess Bride.”

Tickets to the game and Family Sleepover may be purchased for $15 at Vision2Read.com.

“This is a great way to spend a fun evening with your family and raise awareness about the importance of reading,” said James

Ramos, Chairman of the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors.

A hot dog and soda will be provided during the game. Ice cream will be served during the movie.

Coffee and light refreshments will be available in the morning. The stadium is at 280 South E Street in San Bernardino. Security will be provided throughout the event.

Vision2Read, a year-long literacy initiative of the Countywide Vision project, aims to raise the bar on literacy in our county by focusing on the importance of reading, connecting people who need help or who can help to literacy resources.

Sixty-nine percent of San Bernardino County third graders do not meet new California English language arts and literacy standards and 32 million adults nationwide can’t read.

Literacy has an impact on a number of elements in our community

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the california turtle and tortoise club inland empire chapter’s annual show June 18 in redlands offered attendees a chance to learn about turtles inside and out.

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n true turtle form, slow and steady won the race Saturday as hundreds trickled in to check out the California Turtle and Tortoise Club Inland Empire Chapter’s annual show in Redlands.

Held at the Redlands Community Center, groups from throughout the area showcased dozens of turtles and tortoises, in hopes of educating the public about the reptiles native to the area and what it takes to care for one.

For Natalie Richmond and her 10-year-old son, Nathan, of Yucaipa, the show offered the perfect opportunity to learn about the turtle adoption process.

“I think they’re awesome and my mom says I’m responsible enough now to take care of one now,” Nathan said. “Plus they really make the perfect pet-friend — she can’t get mad about it being loud in the house.”

Groups such as the California Turtle and Tortoise Club Care Society Chapter of Long Beach were on hand offering tips to turtle lovers about the caring process.

Feeding turtles iceberg lettuce

such as jobs and the economy, education, public safety and wellness.

When literacy skills are nurtured and encouraged, children and adults can reach their potential, the local economy can continue to

was among the surprising factors of what not to do, Richmond learned from the Club.

“It’s mostly water so they recommend a greener plants with more nutritional value,” she said. “Looks like we’ll be reading up on some things.”

And that’s exactly what members of the Inland Empire chapter hope future turtle caretakers do — educate themselves.

The local group offers assistance for those wanting to adopt a turtle or tortoise and also help with habitat consultation, dietary guidelines, adoption paperwork and permitting for desert tortoises.

Adoption information and forms were made available at the show.

The Inland Empire Chapter of the California Turtle & Tortoise Club meets at 7:30 p.m. the first Friday of each month at “The Ark” Church of the Nazarenes, 1307 E. Citrus Ave., in Redlands.

To learn more about the group, to adopt a turtle or tortoise, or attend one of its educational presentations, visit the Inland Empire chapter at www.tortoise.org/inlandempire. prosper and the county will have a more educated workforce to attract employers to the region.

Visit Vision2Read.com for additional information about the campaign and literacy resources.

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Ivan Quintero takes truck load of honors from Arroyo Valley HS to soccer fields of CSUSB

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Arroyo Valley High School's Ivan Quintero is the school's first soccer player to earn a scholarship to a four-year college.

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By Harvey M. Kahn

occer player Ivan Quintero transformed from an athlete who was academically ineligible into a player who graduated with honors this year from Arroyo Valley High School.

Quintero acknowledged he was ditching classes and not doing school work which kept him from playing soccer for the first time since he began to walk.

Through tough love and understanding Quintero went on to earn Arroyo Valley's 2016 Boy Athlete of the Year, the school's Ken Hubbs Award nominee and

a scholarship to play soccer at Cal State San Bernardino.

Quintero knew all about club soccer by playing on his Riverside FC team but he knew nothing about high school soccer when he enrolled at Arroyo Valley as a freshman. Arroyo Valley soccer coach Miguel Alatorre agreed that Quintero did not care for school work. Quintero credited Alatorre with giving him an opportunity and to his mother, Maria, for becoming more of an enforcer. Quintero recalled that Alatorre noticed him when he was a substitute gym teacher.

"How could I not notice

him," said Alatorre. "He was a six-foot tall freshman who could run with sprinter's speed. We had some small talk. He said he could play, so I tested him. I knew right away that he was really something." Both Alatorre and Quintero said grades were a problem.

"I did not know that you had to have good grades to play in high school. No one talks about high school on club teams." He said bad grades were not caused by going to parties or hanging out.

"Its never been my thing to party.

I just wanted to be cool. Not being able to play my freshman year really motivated me."

Alatorre was impressed that his future star went to all the team's games even though he could not play. "He really gained maturity. He loves to play. He's the first kid from our school to get a four-year scholarship to play soccer," said Alatorre, who also played soccer at Cal State San Bernardino. Alatorre's journey to make Cal State's soccer team took a different route. He had to walk on and amazingly finally made the team as a junior.

When Quintero got his grades up as a sophomore, he went right to work by making first team AllSan Andreas League all three years at AVHS. He was league MVP this season. This season, he was selected to the All-CIF Division 5 first team, and was named second team All-CIF team last year. Last season he helped AVHS to the league championship. He is the two-time SAL scoring leader and his 52 points this season were fourth best in San Bernardino County. As a sophomore and junior, Quintero ran the 100 and 200, 4x100 relay, and performed the high jump for the school's track team.

During his junior year, Quintero's ability caught the eye of a scout affiliated with the 17U Chivas Guadalajara Academy, a Division 3 level amateur team in Mexico. He was offered a chance to stay and finish high school at the academy, but declined. "The

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2016 Arroyo Valley High School graduating soccer players with coach Miguel Alatorre. From Left: Andres Pelayo; Ivan Quintero, Alatorre; Cesar Enciso. people down there treated me very well. They play on really nice fields and the competition is tough," explained Quintero. "It was an honor that I was good enough that they would choose me. But right before I got to Guadalajara they kidnapped a kid from my team and found him dead. After three weeks I came back home."

The trip to Mexico and subsequent scholarship to play at Cal State has provided Quintero with additional confidence toward his goal. "I'm one step closer to my dream. Hopefully, I get picked to play professionally." Quintero said he respected the younger soccer players at school and tried to tell them what he learned.

"Our younger players are the fu-

ture of Arroyo Valley. I told them to keep their grades up, work hard, follow their dreams and be somebody in life. Some listened.

One later thanked me."

Quintero raised his GPA to 3.85, good for a class rank of 41 out of 508 seniors. "My father (Ramon) is so proud he is buying me a car. He and my mom are happy because they did not finish high school. They are going to choose the car. I'm not picky."

Alatorre feels that Quintero's level of growth is unlimited.

"He's continued to grow every year and there is still room for a lot more. He is super strong. I've shared my stories. I tell him never be content."

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The Way World Outreach offers free marriage counseling to promote strong communities

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By MJ Duncan

he Way World Outreach is offering married couples the opportunity to take the Marriage 2000 Challenge where 2,000 couples commit to four sessions of counseling that will culminate in a graduation ceremony highlighted by the renewal of wedding vows. The sessions take place on four consecutive Sundays beginning June 26, with 9 a.m., 11 a.m. or 1 p.m. time slots to choose from.

According to Assistant Pastor Robert Cuencas 24 million children in the U.S. are raised in the absence of a biological father – one in three children. The challenge is a call to action to help foster and promote healthy family connections.

“If we can build strong families we will have strong communities,” Pastor Cuencas said.

“The conference will provide the tools to have a strong and lasting marriage.”

Marriage is good for society; children, women and men all benefit. Research shows that children raised in two-parent

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Married couples are invited to take advantage of free marriage counseling on Sundays over a 4week period beginning June 26. The Marriage 2000 Challenge is a commitment to nurture and strengthen one’s marriage, and will culminate in a renewal of wedding vows on July 24. Register at www.thewayworldoutreach.org. homes have higher grades, higher college aspirations, and better attendance records. They

are also less likely to suffer from emotional or behavioral problems, abuse alcohol and

drugs, or become incarcerated by their early 30s. For men and women they report better

health, less rates of incarceration and more financial wealth.

Topics for each session are: Defining marriage and the commitment it takes to make it work; how to identify and break the destructive cycles in your marriage; how to experience satisfaction in your marriage by discovering your spouse’s top needs and meeting them; and how to adultery-proof your marriage.

The Way is also offering a free marriage packet to all registered participants that include The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts by Gary Chapman, marriage manual with weekly homework, a marriage coach, and a session of marriage counseling after graduation, if needed.

The conference will take place at The Way’s new campus in San Bernardino located at 4680 Hallmark Parkway (major cross street is University Parkway).

Register at www.thewayworldoutreach.org.

“Til death do you part. That’s the vow,” said Pastor Cuencas.

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VALLEY INLAND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY Inviting Bids Notice Prospective bidders are hereby notified that the INLAND DEVELOPMENT VALLEY AGENCY ("AGENCY" and/or "Owner") will receive sealed bid proposals for the BUILDING 58 ASBESTOS ABATEMENT PROJECT (the "Project"). It is the responsibility of contractor to verify the square footage of the work area prior to submitting a bid.

The complete Bid shall be submitted in a sealed envelope with the Bidder’s name, the project name, and the words "Sealed Bid - Do Not Open" clearly marked on the outside of the mailing envelope. Bids may not be submitted by facsimile or electronic telecommunication. Bids submitted via USPS or other courier service must have the project name and project number and the words "Sealed Bid - Do Not Open" clearly marked on the outside of the mailing envelope. All Bids shall be submitted by delivery to the AGENCY at the address provided below and will be received until 10:00 AM on JULY 20, 2016 . Bids will be publicly opened and read at that time. Any bids received after the specified date and time will be rejected and returned unopened. The address for delivery of Bids is: INLAND VALLEY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY Attention: Clerk of the Board 1601 E. 3rd Street San Bernardino, California 92408 The selected contractor shall construct all improvements in accordance with the Procedure Workplan and Floor plan for Building 58 and the request for proposals specific to this bid package.

Any questions or communications shall be in writing.

Written questions regarding details of the project will be accepted until July 12, 2016 at 10:00 A.M . Written questions must be directed to Myriam Beltran, Project Manager, INLAND VALLEY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY at mbeltran@sbdairport.com, or the street address for submitting bids. Contract Documents may be obtained from the AGENCY at 1601 E. 3rd Street, San Bernardino, California 92408, upon payment of a $350.00 nonrefundable fee and are also available for free download on the AGENCY's website, www.ivdajpa.org . Make all checks payable to "INLAND VALLEY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY." A full list of all requirements regarding this project can be found in the project specifications. All information, addendums, and notices regarding this Project will be posted to the AGENCY website. It is the sole responsibility of all perspective respondents to check the website for any pertinent information that may be issued. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held at 1601 E. 3rd Street, San Bernardino, CA 92408 on July 6, 2016 at 10:00 AM . Each Bidder must be licensed in the State of California and qualified to perform the Work described in the project specifications.

Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 3300, the contractor must possess the following classification of contractor's license: CLASS “B” or “C-22” . No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works contract unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. Each Bidder, and each subcontractor listed by the Bidder in the bid proposal, must be registered and qualified to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code § 1725.5. Each proposal must be accompanied by a certified or cashier's check or bid bond for ten percent (10%) of the maximum amount of the bid. Said check shall be made payable to the INLAND VALLEY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY and when delivered with a proposal, shall constitute a guaranty that Bidder will, if an award is made to them in accordance with the terms of said Bidder's proposals: execute a contract on the AGENCY’s standard form, together with Labor Code Certification thereon; furnish contract performance and payment bonds with a corporate surety or sureties satisfactory to the AGENCY, each for not less than one-hundred

percent (100%) of total bid price; furnish certificates of insurance evidencing that all insurance coverage required by the contract has been secured. This is a “public work” project and each CONTRACTOR to whom a contract is awarded must pay the prevailing rates and post copies thereof at the job site. In addition, it is also the responsibility of each CONTRACTOR to follow all requirements of the State of California Labor Code as it relates to public works contracts. Before work can begin on a public works contract, the CONTRACTOR shall submit a Public Works Contract Award Information Form (DAS 140) to an applicable apprenticeship program that can supply apprentices to the site of the public work. The CONTRACTOR must request dispatch of required apprentices from an Apprenticeship Program for each apprenticeable craft or trade by giving the Apprenticeship Program.

The CONTRACTOR is to use a Request for Dispatch of an Apprentice Form (DAS 142) to submit his/her written request.

Bidders are hereby notified that the prevailing rate of per diem wages, as determined by the Director of Industrial Relations, applicable to the work to be done for the locality in which the work is to be performed in compliance with Section 1773 of the Labor Code of the State of California are on file in the AGENCY’s principal office at the address listed above and will be made available to any interested party upon request. This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement the Department of by Industrial Relations. The AGENCY reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, to waive any irregularity or to award the contract to other than the lowest bidder consistent with the award of the contract to the lowest responsible bidder. Bidder may not withdraw their bid for one hundred and twenty (120) days after bid opening.

INLAND VALLEY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY San Bernardino, California By: \s\ Jennifer Farris, Clerk of the Board CNS-2894234# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 6/23/16 E-7462

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DESTENI PALMER CASE NO. PROPS1600559

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of DESTENI PALMER. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CYNTHIA MIDGET in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CYNTHIA MIDGET 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 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: 08/11/16 at 8:30AM in Dept. S37 located at 247 W. THIRD ST, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 924150212 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 58(b) of the section 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 DAVID P. COLELLA LEMANN FULLERTON SCHAEFER & DOMINICK, LLP 215 N. D STREET, FIRST FL. SAN BERNARDINO CA 92401 CNS-2894181# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 6/23, 6/30, 7/7/16 E-7463

LIEN SALE 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: Thursday, July 7, 2016 to wit: YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 99 CADI W06VR52RXXR008683 6KSX646 CA CHEV 06 1G1AK18F567777621 5VKU592 CA KIA 11 KNDJT2A21B7721008 7JUL275 CA To be sold by: BILL & WAG'S INC., 1516 S BON VIEW AVENUE, ONTARIO, SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA 91761 (06:00 PM) YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 04 VOLK WVWRH63B64P093345 6ZJZ092 CA To be sold by: BILL & WAG'S INC., 1516 S BON VIEW AVENUE, ONTARIO, SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA 91761- (06:00 PM) Said sale is for the purpose of satisfying lien of the abovesigned for towing, storage, labor, materials and lien charges, together with costs of advertising, and expenses of sale.

Clear Choice Lien Service, Inc. P.O. Box 159009 San Diego, CA 92175 CNS-2894132# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 6/23/16 E-7461 NOTICE INVITING BIDS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids will be received in the Nutrition Services Department of the San Bernardino City Unified School District, 1257 Northpark Boulevard, San Bernardino, California, 92407, on or before 11:00 a.m., on June 30, 2016, for PRODUCE, under Bid No. NSB 2016/17-1.

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

Please call 909/881-8000 for more information.

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

CNS-2890653# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 6/16, 6/23/16 E-7458

Published in Colton Courier C-5740 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2016-0006127 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: LA QUINTA CUSTOM CABINETS, 9225 Ave, Rancho Archibald Cucamonga, CA 91730 Pedro Mireles, 9225 Archibald Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 This business is conducted by (a/an): Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in 6/14/2006 By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true information, which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Pedro Mireles Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino May 25, 2016 Notice-This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Published 6/9,16,23,30/2016

Published in Colton Courier C-5741 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2016-0006125 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: GIUSEPPE’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT, 14309 Bear Valley Rd Ste 3, Victorville, CA 92392 Sarafina Pizzo, 14309 Bear Valley Rd Ste 3, Victorville, CA 92392 This business is conducted by (a/an): Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in 3/19/2008 By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true information, which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Sarafina Pizzo Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino May 25, 2016 Notice-This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Published 6/9,16,23,30/2016

Published in Colton Courier C-5742 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2016-0006115 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: THE HAIR CUTTERY, 15073 Merrill Ave, Fontana, CA 92335 Soledad Aponte, 15073 Merrill Ave, Fontana, CA 92335 This business is conducted by (a/an): Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in 6/29/2011 By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true information, which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Soledad Aponte Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino May 25, 2016 Notice-This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Published 6/9,16,23,30/2016

Published in Colton Courier C-5743 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2016-0006117 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: VALERO WELDING & TRANSPORTATION, 1162 Valencia Dr, Colton, CA 92324 Marcelina Valero De Rabadan, 1162 Valencia Dr, Colton, CA

92324 This business is conducted by (a/an): Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in 4/8/2011 By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true information, which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Marcelina Valero De Rabadan Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino May 25, 2016 Notice-This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Published 6/9,16,23,30/2016

Published in Colton Courier C-5744 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2016-0006140 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1ST CLASS AUTO BODY, 17230 Eucalyptus St, Hesperia, CA 92345 Patrisia Paiz, 17230 Eucalyptus St, Hesperia, CA 92345 This business is conducted by (a/an): Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in 8/1/2006 By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true information, which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Patrisia Paiz Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino May 25, 2016 Notice-This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Published 6/9,16,23,30/2016

Published in Colton Courier C-5745 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2016-0006132 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DESERT MARKET #2, 12123 Central Rd, Apple Valley, CA 92308 Yousuf A Khawaldeh, 12123 Central Rd, Apple Valley, CA 92308 This business is conducted by (a/an): Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in 6/1/2006 By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true information, which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Yousuf A Khawaldeh Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino May 25, 2016 Notice-This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Published 6/9,16,23,30/2016

Published in Colton Courier C-5746 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2016-0006133 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DIRECT AUTO TRANSPORT GROUP, 19240 Roanoke Rd, Apple Valley, CA 92307 Ambrose Hawk, 19240 Roanoke Rd, Apple Valley, CA 92307 This business is conducted by (a/an): Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in 1/15/2013 By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true information, which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware

that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Ambrose Hawk Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino May 25, 2016 Notice-This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Published 6/9,16,23,30/2016

Published in Colton Courier C-5747 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2016-0006138 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DOUBLE LL TRANSPORT, 14926 Azalea Ave, Fontana, CA 92335 Juan Lamas, 14926 Azalea Ave, Fontana, CA 92335 This business is conducted by (a/an): Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in 5/8/2006 By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true information, which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Juan Llamas Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino May 25, 2016 Notice-This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Published 6/9,16,23,30/2016

Published in Colton Courier C-5748 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2016-0006422 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: PROFESSIONAL TAX & BOOKKEEPING SERVICES, 28759 Garden Cir S., Highland, CA 92346 Judith K Nguyen, 28759 Garden Cir S., Highland, CA 92346 This business is conducted by (a/an): Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in N/A By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true information, which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Judith K Nguyen Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino June 2, 2016 Notice-This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Published 6/9,16,23,30/2016

Published in Colton Courier C-5749 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2016-0006443 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: INSTATE INSURANCE SERVICES, 14755 Foothill Blvd Ste M, Fontana, CA 92335 Paul M Acosta, 14450 El Evado Rd #125, Victorville, CA 92392 This business is conducted by (a/an): Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in 5/27/2016 By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true information, which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Paul M Acosta Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino June 2, 2016 Notice-This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed

before that time. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Published 6/9,16,23,30/2016

Published in Colton Courier C-5750 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2016-0006419 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MY GUYS TRANSPORT, 6393 Olive Avenue, San Bernardino, CA 92407 Cooper Auto Transport, 6393 Olive Avenue, San Bernardino, CA 92407 This business is conducted by (a/an): Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in N/A By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true information, which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Ronald Cooper Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino June 2 , 2016 Notice-This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Published 6/9,16,23,30/2016

Published in Colton Courier C-5751 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2016-0006172 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SYNERGUTS, 736 W. Manzanita St., Bloomington, CA 92316 Victor C Laqui, 736 W. Manzanita St., Bloomington, CA 92316 This business is conducted by (a/an): Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in N/A By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true information, which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Victor C Laqui Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino May 26, 2016 Notice-This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Published 6/9,16,23,30/2016

Published in Colton Courier C-5752 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2016-0006292 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: A&V RELIABLE CLEANING SERVICES, 13524 3rd St Apt#B, Chino, CA 91710 Annabel V Mendoza, 13524 3rd St Apt#B, Chino, CA 91710 Victor M Gonzalez, 13524 3rd St Apt#B, Chino, CA 91710 This business is conducted by (a/an): Married The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in N/A By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true information, which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Annabel V Mendoza Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino May 31, 2016 Notice-This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Published 6/9,16,23,30/2016

Page A16 • June 23, 2016 • Inland Empire Community Newspapers

Seven men honored for service to community

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Men of Distinction Honorees- Top from left: Burt Seuylemezian, Dr. Raymond Turner, Gary Grossich, Dr. Draymond Crawford, and Channing Hawkins. Bottom from left: John Anaya, with Assemblywoman Cheryl Brown.

By Anthony Victoria

even area men were honored as Men of Distinction by Assemblymember Cheryl Brown (D-San Bernardino) during a ceremony at the National Orange Show’s Grove Cafe on June 17.

The individuals, hailing from the cities of Colton, Fontana, Grand Terrace, Rialto, and San Bernardino, were distinguished as men, “that have positive influences on the community through their professional and selfless service,” according to Brown.

“These men work to make our communities the best they can be,” said Brown. “They’re the foundation, and are truly men of distinction.”

Among the recipients was Temple Missionary Baptist Church Pastor Dr. Raymond Turner. As co-founder of the Inland Empire Concerned African-American Churches (I.E.C.A.A.C.), Turner aims to improve the quality of life for residents by refurbishing old

homes and leasing them out to low-income residents. His staff, in cooperation with the San Bernardino County Public Defender’s Office, helps those convicted of low-level crimes resolve their cases by providing community service opportunities through the Community Plea Program.

“A lot of needs are not being met in low-income communities,” he said. “It’s important that we don’t allow people to go through the motions.

In addition, Turner currently serves on the Board of Trustees for the Community Christian College in Redlands and as the Inland Empire representative for the Clearinghouse Community Development Financial Institution.

“I’m really blessed,” said Turner.

“When you do things, you don’t do it for the recognition. But it is nice when someone does recognize the work you do.”

Disability rights advocate and community organizer John Anaya Sr. was also honored by Brown on Friday. For nearly two decades

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Colton resident and disabilities organizer John Anaya Sr. receiving the Men of Distinction award from Assemblywoman Cheryl Brown.

Anaya has advocated assisting people with disabilities throughout his hometown of Colton by working closely with city staff to meet American Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements and ensure equal access to those in need.

“By advocating for disability rights, I’m allowed to make a pos-

itive change for those who have had an unmet need,” explained Anaya. “My job is to go out and make sure that access is dispersed properly.”

The other honorees were: Sonrise Senior Citizen Villa Incorporated Project Manager Dr. Draymond Crawford, Bloomington Munici-

pal Advisory Council Chairman Gary Grossich, Laborer’s International Union of North America representative Channing Hawkins, Fontana Councilman Jesus Sandoval, and Burt’s Jewelry Owner Burt Seuylemezian.