Ec 09 01 2016

e e k l y W EL CHICANo Features, Lifestyle & News You Can Use!

Vol 53, NO. 37

THISWEEK Gloria’s Corner and Words To Think About A3 & A5

San Salvador Church Fiesta set for this Weekend A7

Special Repo rt: Housing in San Ber nard ino

'It's not the best neighborhood, but it's something'

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By Anthony Victoria

aria Flores remembers the moment she and her family were able to step into their new home on South Allen Street in San Bernardino. The day was March 12, 1994.

3. 1265 W. Kendall Dr. – 336 Unit Community – 132 calls for service and 38 involved a crime.

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Maiia Carrington with her 6-month-old son Xavier.

Breakdown of San Bernardino Housing Units Locals Honor Labor Day A15

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Calendar A3 Words To think About A5 Legal Notices A11 Opinion A4

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Top 10 complexes with most calls for service

2. 2225 E. Pumalo Street – 328 Unit Community – 121 calls for service and 43 involved a crime.

After 20 years, the Flores’ finally paid off their mortgage.

“We were able to achieve our American Dream,” Maria said cheerfully.

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1. 5280 N. Little Mountain Dr. - 305 Unit Community - 132 calls for service and 48 involved a crime.

Previously, Maria and her husband Regino were raising three children in a one bedroom apartment near Mt. Vernon Avenue in Colton. The chances of buying their own home off a minimumwage salary looked slim until they applied for assistance through Habitat for Humanity’s Homeownership program.

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4. 1415 E. Date Street – 44 Unit Community – 124 calls for service and 37 involved a crime.

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1525 E. Eureka Street – 64 Unit Community – 84 calls for service and 33 involved a crime.

6. 6155 N. Palm Ave. – 300 Unit Community – 54 calls for service and 27 involved a crime.

7. 1700 E. Date Street – 251 Unit Community – 96 calls for service and 24 involved a crime.

8. 1455 E. Date Street – 89 Unit Community – 97 calls for service and 24 involved a crime.

9. 1422 E. 9th Street – 160 Unit Community – 101 calls for service and 23 involved a crime.

10. 2011 Arden Ave. – 192 Unit Community – 59 calls for service and 23 involved a crime.

Source: San Bernardino Police Crime Free Analysis Division

Page A2 • September 1, 2016 • Inland Empire Community Newspapers • El Chicano Housing cont. from front

proving more difficult to obtain.

First-time homebuyer Sandra Ibarra faced near eviction after losing her full time job over a year ago. A settlement with her mort- Originally from Santa Ana, 36gage lender has kept her safe for year-old Ibarra, mentioned at the now--though she says she’s strug- outset, has adjusted to life in the city; she has kept up to date with gling to make payments. city issues and politics and helped “I love my home and I don’t establish the San Bernardino High want to lose it,” said a weary School Neighborhood Association.

Ibarra.

Second of three parts Next week: e city’s part of the equation

San Bernardino’s latest hous- “I know all my neighbors, and they know me,” Ibarra said. “It ing trends was awesome to be a first-time Of the estimated 63,450 homes home buyer.” that stand in the city, only 57,577 are being used by residents, ac- Several years after graduating cording to Census Bureau data from UCLA, Ibarra rented apartfrom 2014. Approximately 9.3 ments in Westwood and Orange percent of San Bernardino’s hous- County, before finally making the decision to own a home. ing units remain vacant.

In addition, the latest Census data demonstrates that 29,448 people (51.1 percent of all dwellers) are renting homes and 28,129 (48.9percent) are homeowners.

In order to avoid possible eviction, Ibarra found a third job and decided to rent one of the home’s bedrooms to a young couple. She was able to make an agreement with the bank, providing two payments up front and was given time to catch up on the others. As of September, Ibarra will be three months behind on her mortgage.

“It’s been a challenge,” Ibarra said. “But I’m a proud first-time “When I got my house keys, it home owner.” was one of my dad’s happiest moments,” she recalled. “That’s all he Mother tries to bounce back wanted for his six kids.” from eviction

Ibarra admitted she was unaware the city was facing dire economic conditions at the time she moved into her $160,000 home. What attracted her to San Bernardino was the beautiful view of the mountains she says. After losing a fulltime job as an administrative assistant for a real estate company in Irvine, Ibarra struggled to continue to meet her mortgage payments. She was forced to find two part-time jobs in order to sustain Moreover, other findings from herself. the Nielsen Company demonstrate that in 2014 about 65 percent of Before losing her full-time posihouseholds in San Bernardino tion, Ibarra was earning approxiearned less than $50,000 annually. mately $40,000 a year. Now she’s Only 10 percent earned $100,000 making a little over $20,000. or more.

“I decided to buy this house Councilman Henry Nickel, who thinking, ‘Hey, I can afford it,’” represents the Fifth Ward, believes Ibarra chuckled. “My priority from the fact that more people are rent- day one has been paying the mortgage.” ing homes is a severe problem.

Research also shows that the economic recession of 2008 has had a long-lasting effect on San Bernardino’s housing. From 2007 to 2014, a total of 11,149 homes were subjected to foreclosure, according to the Southern California Association of Governments’ (SCAG) profile on San Bernardino. There were 177 foreclosures in the city in 2014.

“I was making the effort to pay what I could,” Ibarra exclaimed.

“They were asking me to pay four months up front in order to stay out of foreclosure. I didn’t have four months’ worth of mortgage.”

In January Ibarra was denied loss mitigation by her mortgage lender U.S. Bank--the process in which a third party helps negotiate terms that will prevent a foreclosure from happening--because she wasn’t earning enough money. Once she failed to make a payment for First time home buyer strug- the sixth-straight month, she faced being on the streets. gling to pay off mortgage

“It’s a huge challenge for the city,” Nickel said in a phone interview on August 8. “More than half of our residents do not own a home. Most economists will tell you that this is unhealthy for any city.”

roof leaks, and of intimidating and paying off others to keep their silence. Both women have denied any wrongdoing.

“We’re not paying anyone off,” Wasson said confidently. “We’re getting written up [by code enforcement] just as much as any other apartment complex.”

Wasson and Mendoza both explained they have done their best to work with tenants for months-helping address their concerns.

They both said some individuals have instigated problems in order to cause widespread dissent.

“Many of them have piled up and have even resorted to violence,” said Mendoza. “There’s a system in place for their and our benefit,” she said regarding the process where tenants can express their grievances.

Wasson, who has lived at the 2995 Mountain Avenue complex for 10 years, said a large majority of her tenants are satisfied with their conditions. “I’ve lived in this same area for my entire life,” she said. “These people watch out for each other.”

Arroyo Valley placed on lockdown after near altercation

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eports of a gun incident at Arroyo Valley High School were false, according to San Bernardino City Unified School District spokesperson Linda Bardere.

Bardere said an altercation almost ensued after a pep rally, causing the campus to be put on lockdown for the remainder of the day. District police were forced to use a “pepper ball”, a mace device, because students were not complying with orders to return to class.

Students being greeted by community leaders as they walk into Arroyo Valley High School on Monday.

Sandra Ibarra, a first time home buyer, is behind four months on her mortgage

Maiia Carrington said her world The experience of being hometurned upside down when she was less and receiving social services evicted from her home last Sep- was “unbelievable”, according to tember after a legal dispute with Carrington. her ex-husband.

“I’ve never been on any kind of The 35-year-old mother of three social welfare program, until boys and guardian of a13-year-old now,” she said. “This system is not nephew was forced to leave her designed for you to make it.” home because she was unable to continue to pay mortgage after her Fortunately for Carrington, she husband left. At the time, Carring- was able to find an apartment complex for her 6-month-old son ton was five months pregnant. and 13-year-old nephew to live in.

“This was my grandma’s house, Her two other boys currently live passed down to me. I spent my with her ex-husband. childhood days here,” she remembered fondly of the residence in “It’s not the best neighborhood, but it’s something,” she said. “I’ve the northwest part of the city. jumped through every hoop and Carrington was forced to spend gone through therapy. I’m trying nights sleeping over at different lo- to do good.” cations, facing violent threats and experiencing health complications. Landlords struggling to deal For a while, she was unable to rent with “troubled tenants” an apartment or home because of Annalisha Mendoza and Robin her bad credit.

Wasson are in charge of the day“The amount of stress almost to-day operations at the Cedarcaused me to go into pre-labor,” wood Apartments on 1414 Citrus Carrington said. “I was kicked out Street and a complex at 2995 of my cousin’s apartment on De- Mountain Avenue. cember 1, and for no reason, all of my things were outside in trash The two have been accused by several tenants of neglecting their bags.” issues with vermin, ventilation,

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No students were physically injured or affected by the ball. However, one district staff member was treated for asthma complications.

According to Bardere, an argument broke out after several female students reported seeing several Hispanic men who assaulted them the day before.

Bardere did not give the precise number of men involved in the incident, but did confirm that they are not students at Arroyo Valley.

Bardere also confirmed that district police has video of the men exiting a white truck near the Alta Dena of the Westside Dairy on Baseline Street. She did not say whether footage demonstrated students being assaulted.

The Dairy’s manager, who asked to be quoted as Candace, said that at least 50 young people were involved in the altercation outside her store on Thursday. She said district police utilized rubber bullets to quell the situation.

“They don’t even know what they are fighting for,” she said.

“They have no reason.”

Leaders hold “mob” event to lighten mood on campus

Several school board members from the San Bernardino City Unified School District and other neighboring districts gathered at the entrance of the high school in hopes of easing the tension among students.

“The purpose is to encourage these students to perform good in school, and to stay away from negative influences,” said San Bernardino Community College District Trustee Joseph Williams.

“It’s important that we link them to the right resources and sit down with students to find out the root of the cause.”

Gloria’s Corner

Inland Empire Community Newspapers • September 1, 2016 • Page A3

Saturday, September 10 Molina Medical and the Tzu Chi Foundation present a Free Medical Clinic from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. At the National Orange Show, 620 Arrowhead Ave. San Bernardino, Gate 9.

This event is for those residents who are uninsured or underinsured.

Services include: medical, dental, vision and acupuncture. Service provided on a first come, first served. For information call: its people. The Mexican Consulate 855.665.4621 or visit Office is located at 293 N. D Street, Care4HealthyCommunity.org San Bernardino.

Gloria Macias Harrison AWARDS! AWARDS!

Congratulations to the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians for its induction to the Inland Empire 66ers Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame, established in 2002, honors individuals and organizations making positive contributions to the Inland Empire through philanthropy, volunteerism and community leadership. Certainly The Tribe fits into all three categories. Professional baseball players Ken Hubbs and Alvin Davis were early inductees and no one has been inducted since 2010. I agree with Byron Marquez, Director of Business Relations for the 66ers, when he stated, " This recognition is long overdue. San Manuel has supported the 66ers organizations since the late 1980s when we were called the Spirit and has grown to become both a vital team and community partner. "The 66ers and the Tribe are developing community based partnerships to benefit our community groups, non-profits, little leagues and schools. Thank you San Manuel for all that you do in our communities.

Congratulations Dr. Margaret Hill for being named Woman of the Year by the Women of Dignity Health. This group is a women's only club that supports the Foundations of Community Hospital of San Bernardino and St. Bernardines Medical Center. Retired after a long distinguished career in education, Miss Margaret, as some of us call her, is currently the President of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education.

In addition she is actively involved in numerous community and civic organizations. She is a positive force in our community and we appreciate all her efforts. Well-deserved Miss Margaret!

Exhibits:

Friday September 2 to 30, 2016 - the Mexican Consulate in San Bernardino presents Nuestro Mexico, a photograph exhibit by photographer Nicole A.S. Pellegrino commemorating Mexico's El Mes de La Patria featuring Mexico and

Saturday, September 3 - 25 - the Redlands Footlighters present Noodles by L. Don Swartz, a delightful comedy about a zany family. Directed by Lance Christiansen, the play presents the Boodles and their crazy antics, guaranteed to make everyone feel better about their own situation. 8 p.m. performances are on September 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, & 24. 2 p.m. performances are on September 4, 11, 18, & 25. The cast includes Norma Ferrales, William Shaw, Kimi Palacios, Paul Martin, Henry Nickel, Michelle Johnson, Dan Baldwin, Gail Walker, Jillian Goddard, Eleanor Hastings and Dennis Johnson. Tickets may be purchased at www.redlandsfootlighters.org/buytickets or call: 909.793.2909. Redlands Footlighters is located at 1810 Barton Road, Redlands.

Saturday, September 10 - the Young Women Empowerment Foundation present the 4th Annual Women's Wellness Conference at San Bernardino Community Hospital Henderson Auditorium, 1800 Western Ave. from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This free event for all women focuses on emotional and physical health and wellness, especially diabetes and depression. Participants are encouraged to dress to participate in dance/exercise activities. Breakfast and lunch is provided as well as entertainment and opportunity drawings. For more information visit: ywefoundation@gmail.com

presents an Oral History of Mexican Americans in South Colton "Growing Up In South Colton" at the Hutton Center, 660 Colton Ave. Registration starts at 1:30 p.m. with program at 2:00 p.m. Featured are a photo display by Michael Gomez, a book signing of Growing Up Aleluya by Dr. Ernie Garcia, and descriptions of the oral history project by Cesar Caballero, Dr. Tom Rivera, Frank Acosta and Henry Vasquez. For information call: 909.213.0515

Saturday, September 24 - the San Bernardino High School Miss Cardinal City Pageant at the Sturges Center for the Fine Arts, 780 N. E Street. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. and the show starts at 6 p.m.

For sponsorship opportunities contact Jamie Rios: 909.881.8217

Saturday, September 24 #FightBlight Cleanup Day! Will start at 7 a.m. at the Jerry Lewis Swim Center, 1135 E. Highland Ave., San Bernardino in the Highland Ave. and Windsor Parking lot.

Focus of the cleanup is Highland Avenue and Perris Hill Park. Volunteers are urges to wear a hat and sunglasses. Vests, gloves, water and trash bags will be provided. For information visit: www.SBCity.org/KeepSBClean or FightBlight@SBCity.org

Saturday, September 10 - the second year, SBD Fest 2016 will be held at the San Bernardino International Airport. This event will feature a Car & Motorcycle Show, Air Show, Concert, Kids Zone, Red Save the Date: Bull Moto Jam and a Plane Pull. Coming in October: Gates open at 9 a.m. For registraThursday, September 8 - AK tion, ticket, and program informa- Saturday, October 1 - the San Smiley Public Library presents a Bernardino Area Chamber of Comtion call: 909.886.3822 Free Employment Boot Camp merce and the City of San from noon to 4 p.m. The library is Friday, September 16 - the Cen- Bernardino present the 4th Annual located at 125 W. Vine Street, Redter for Individual Development Rendezvous Back to Route 66 lands. Participants will learn represent Family Day, a day of food from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. in sume writing, interview techniques and fun followed by a movie. downtown San Bernardino. This and other skills in finding employPotluck and games begin at 5 p.m. free event to the public features ment. For information call: custom cars of any year, CARobermovie will begin at dusk.

909.798.7565 or visit akspl.org fest " Beer Garden", food vendors, Saturday, September 17 - Clean merchandise vendors, kids' games, Thursday, September 8 - the up Day at Wildwood Park (Wa- Open Header Contest, People's Wildwood Park Neighborhood Asterman and 40th streets), San Choice Awards and a poker run. For sociation presents An Ice Cream Bernardino from 8 a.m. to noon. information call: 909.885.7515 or Social from 6:00 to 7:00 at 5050 N. Volunteers are needed and may visit: rendezvousroute66.com or Sierra Way, San Bernardino. The bring necessary tools if possible but sba.chamber@verizon.net social will follow the group's regudefinitely gloves to wear. For inforlar meeting. For information email: mation visit: Saturday, October 1 - the San wildwoodparksb@gmail.com Bernardino Symphony Guild preswildwoodpark.sb@gmail.com ents its 7th Annual Bach to Boots Saturday, September 17 - the fundraiser at the Old Glen Ranch in South Colton Oral History Project Lytle Creek. This years’ event fea-

tures a gourmet chuck wagon dinner, hayrides, silent and live auctions, line dancing and entertainment. Guests are encouraged to dress in their best western wear. The Guilds primary function is to raise funds to aid the Symphony and to promote an appreciation of fine orchestral music in our schools and community. For ticket information call: 909.520.5887

Saturday, October 8 - Arts Connection and the Arts Council of San Bernardino County present "From Competition to Collaboration" a conference aimed at strengthening communities through the arts by bring together participants from a wide variety of disciplines, sectors and perspectives. The conference will be held at the University of Redlands Orton Center from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For information and sponsorship opportunities visit: info@artsconnectionnetwork.org

Friday, October 14 - the San Bernardino Valley Community College Foundation presents its 90th Anniversary Gala at the new SBVC Athletic Complex. For information and sponsorship opportunities visit: www.sbvcfoundation.org

Saturday, October 15 - The Community Foundation serving Riverside and San Bernardino counties presents its 75th Anniversary Gala at the Riverside Convention Center at 6 p.m. For information and sponsorship opportunities call: 951.241.7777 or visit: www.the community foundation.net/75years Favorite Quote: "When widely followed public figures feel free to say anything, without any fact-checking, it becomes impossible for a democracy to think intelligently about big issues."

- Thomas L. Friedman

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OPINION&LETTERS Page A4 • September 1, 2016 • Inland Empire Community Newspapers

By Yazmin Alvarez

“Dair to Fair” LA County Fair returns Sept 2-25

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t’s baaack!

The LA County Fair returns to the Fairplex in Pomona Sept. 2-26 for its 94th annual celebration of fun, food and farm animals galore.

And this year, the public is being challenged to “Dare to Fair” and get the most out of it 487 acres of adventure.

Fair reps have blessed us with a sneak peek of what you can expect for this 94th season.

And of course, my first happiness comes in the form of food… I’ll be pulling out the mounds of Tums for this one — “Deep-Fried Hot Sauce, a 2016 LA County Fair exclusive served in a bag or as a spicy kabob.”

I won’t get into all the food specifics quite yet, I’ll save that once I get my hands on most, if not all, of the deep-fried paradise . But for now, I’ll say the deepfried guac and the deep-fried Kool-aid are back on this year’s food-venture list.

Now, to get the fun started, here’s what you can look forward to this year, according to the LA County Fair news release:

New-for-2016 attractions range from three acres of life-size animatronic dinosaurs and a reimagined “Bodies” exhibit to the ultimate hands-on sports experience, an ice-skating, snow-sledding wonderland, walk-through floral paintings and the 16-night End of Summer Concert Series with the biggest names in music – plus all-new signature food creations exclusive to the LA County Fair.

•Jurassic Planet* – Thirty-five life-sized dinosaurs including a 44-foot-long T-Rex have escaped

the Fairplex Bio-Research Facility – but, while still wild and unpredictable, have become domesticated enough after years in captivity for public encounters.

This three- acre animatronic adventure includes a hands-on dinosaur museum, live shows, fossil prep lab and dig hosted by real paleontologists. Come back after the sun goes down when special lighting and music create an even more memorable experience.

• Our Body: The Universe Within – Go under the skin of human anatomy – literally! – with this fascinating, educational exhibit of 200 uniquely preserved human specimens offering a vibrant, 3D view of our bodies usually reserved just for doctors.

•Let the Games Begin – This year’s immersive experience explores the origins and science of America’s “Big Six” sports – baseball, football, basketball, hockey, soccer and golf – through elaborately themed displays, hands-on activities and rare memorabilia.

• The Igloo – Chill-out in our Arctic Village with Polar Ice Rink* and Penguin Sled Run* made with real ice and snow! Shop the Arctic Promenade for cool products and come back after 6pm for an allages dance party featuring DJ Cool and periodic snowstorms.

•Watercolors: The Art of Flowers – 2016’s Flower & Garden Pavilion makeover explores the intersection of watercolors and flowers via real-life re-creations of famous paintings, dramatic walk-through landscapes and classes taught by our onsite floral experts.

And making sure the new and returning attractions meet the expected Fair standards, Darnel Pinson, a behind-the-scenes Fair creative force for years and descendent of one of the LA County Fair founders, has been designated as the official LA County Fair “Fairdevil” of this year’s run.

Pinson will be responsible for ensuring that every element of this year’s fair — from the spiciness of the BBQ sauce for the Giant Turkey Legs to this year’s course for the Pig Races to the speed of the Gravitron, the Fair’s fastest ride, Pinson – are up to snuff.

You can catch the Fairdevil on TV commercials and other advertising.

The LA County Fair at the Fairplex in Pomona runs Sept. 2-25 and is closed Mondays, except Labor Day, and Tuesdays Visit www.LaCountyFair.com for admission.

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As the Vice President of the Society for the Conservation of Bighorn Sheep, I would like to take this opportunity to thank Supervisors Robert Lovingood, Janice Rutherford and Josie Gonzales for voting not to certify the Soda Mountain Solar California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The Society and the wildlife thank you for keeping big business out of our public lands. And shame on We all watch a new fire going out-of-control every week. I have talked to the Fire Protection Agency and local retired firemen. They say it is almost impossible to put out fires in the wilderness the first day due to politics!

When a fire starts the unit who first sees the fire has to contact the right agencies, area fire department and which Forestry Fire Department in this area should be notified. Approvals must be made before a single helicopter is sent out. It takes hours to finally get a small force to attack the fire.

In Canada, 85 percent of the fires are put out the first day. In California, 15 percent. What is wrong with this picture?

The Pilot fire and now the

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Blue Cut fire are good examples of nothing happening in the first hours of the fire. Every fire should have a investigation why the fire was not put out the first few hours of the fire.

We have two Super Scoopers stationed in Orange County. We are spending $44 million for these planes to fight fires. They were 30 minutes from the Pilot fire and the Blue Cut fire. Why weren’t they called? Why isn’t one stationed in our area like Victorville? We need to snuff the fires in the first hours using all resources right away; not waiting for everyone’s approval!

The Foothill fire years ago is a good example of agency problems. A helicopter was flying back from a small fire it put out in Lytle Creek. It saw a

small fire in a field near the border of Rancho Cucamonga and Fontana. The pilot contacted his superior and said he could pick up some water at a local reservoir and snuff the fire. His superior said no, that’s Rancho Cucamonga’s area, we will give them a call. The fire went all the way to Claremont, destroying hundreds of homes!

I own a cabin in Sugarloaf near Big Bear. I am very upset about the way politics run the fire agencies. Why not spend millions on some new Super Scoopers of our own?

Doug Thomson, Rancho Cucamonga

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level federal employee attempting to do her job simply to score raw political points.

Politics should not include dragging the reputation of government workers through the mud. The effort was shameful, and if Chabot has an ounce of

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Inland Empire Community Newspapers • September 1, 2016 • Page A5

Words to Think About: Khizr and Ghazala Kahn

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By G. W. Abersold Ph.D.

uch of the information in this article is based on an article in This Week Magazine that was copied from an article in the New York Times. It is one of the most interesting accounts I have ever read.

Much of what we know about the Kahn family is common knowledge. It has been shown over and over again. I am not interested in repeating what happened at the Democratic Convention or the Republican re-

sponse or the Khan’s rebuttal.

In any case, the lives of Khizr Khan and wife Ghazala became an American moment. He was born in 1950 and she in 1951 in the Punjab Province of Pakistan.

Khizr was the oldest of ten children. His parents owned a poultry farming business.

The couple met while attending the University of Punjab. She was studying the Persian language and he was in the Law College. He passed the Punjab bar in 1974. His attraction to his future wife was not only her beauty but her intelligence as well. They were both interested in Persian literature.

Following their marriage, they moved to Dubai in the United Arab Emirates to earn money to come to the United States. Two of their three sons, Shaharyar and Humayun, were born in Dubai.

They moved from the UME to the USA in 1980, first to Houston, Texas. Khizr received an L.L.M. degree from the University of Missouri Law School.

They moved to Cambridge, Massachusetts and he earned a L.L.M. degree from the Harvard Law School in 1986. They both

became citizens of the United States in the same year, 1986.

Following graduation they moved to Silver Springs, Maryland. Their third son, Omer, was born there. Khizr went to work with the law firm of Hogan and Hartson where he became manager of litigation technology.

Their middle son, Humayun, graduated from the University of Virginia in 2000. As a member of the ROTC program, he enlisted in the Army. He rose to the rank of Captain and served in Iraq during the Iraq War. In 2004 he was killed in Banquban, Iraq by a bomb explosion. He protected his own men. He and the two suicide attackers were killed. He was posthumously awarded the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart Medals. His remains are interned at Arlington National Cemetery.

By the way, his tombstone is adorned with a Muslim Crescent.

In 2002 Capt. Khan met a German woman named Irene Auer.

After dating they fell in love and planned to marry and settle in the USA. His goal was to go to law school. In his last e-mail to her he told her to go pick out an engagement ring.

After several months with the Khans, Irene returned to Germany, and she met a man who became her husband. They have two daughters.

Following the death of Humayon the Khans moved to Charlottesville, Virginia to be close to their other sons. They became very involved with the R.O.T.C. program at the University. That’s where Humayun had been a cadet. Mr. and Mrs. Khan became known as the “mom and pop of the department.”

Currently, Ghazala works in a fabric store and Khizr continues his legal consulting, working in commercial law and specializing in electronic discovery.

The Khans are very patriotic, as are most immigrants from other countries. I am very good friends with several Muslims. One visits his ailing mother in Pakistan about every 6 months, and when he returns he gets on his knees and thanks Allah that he is back in the U.S. He certainly is a patriotic citizen.

Most of the friends of the Khans know of their patriotism and that Khizr carried a $1 Dollar pocket copy of the Constitu-

tion with him at all times. “In the Khan home, a stack of them always lay at the ready. When guests showed up they were handed one, in the way other hosts might distribute a party favor.”

Usually the Khans would start a conversation about liberty.

I’ll never forget the evening when the Khans-Khizr-spoke for 6 minutes and one second at the Democratic Convention. Ghazala looked sad and did not say one word.

Later on she was mocked and accused of being a typical Muslim woman who dared NOT speak in public.

A total, deliberate, vindictive accusation that is completely false. Muslim women are feisty and out spoken. I know several of them and I assure you they are not timid.

Why then was Ghazala sad and quiet? Simply she is still grieving over the loss of her son.

Mr. Khan’s statement when he lifted his copy of the Constitution, I’ll never forget. “You have sacrificed nothing and lost no one.”

Amen. Selah. So be it.

ue to the drought, it’s immarigolds, nicotiana, portulaca, ing for short periods allows plants portant to make every and many more beautiful plants re- time to absorb water without causdrop count. Saving a few quire much less water than grass. ing run off. gallons every day helps restore our water supply. Here are a few water• Cut back on fertilizer: It causes Additional indoor and outdoor saving tips for around the home: the plants to become more thirsty. water-saving tips are available at • Washing only full loads of launMetropolitan’s conservation web- dry and dishes saves up to 50 gal• Know your sprinklers: Use site bewaterwise.com®. The site lons per week water-efficient sprinklers that also has information about educa- • Fixing household leaks promptly focus on precise coverage and tion programs and rebates for saves up to 20 gallons per day eliminate run off. water-saving devices.

• Taking a five-minute shower saves up to 8 gallons each time • Water for short intervals: Water• Turning off the faucet while you

brush your teeth saves up to 2.5 gallons per minute • Buying water-saving devices like high-efficiency toilets, shower heads, clothes and dish washers saves many gallons per day!

Tips for residents and businesses on how to reduce water use inside and outdoors are available at Metropolitan’s conservation website bewaterwise.com®, which also has information about how to apply for several different moneysaving/water-saving rebates.

Changing Your Garden Can Change Shorter Showers Means Longer Water Supply Your Water Footprint

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id you know that up to 70% of your annual water use occurs outdoors? Replacing your lawn with water-wise plants can save as much as 44 gallons per square foot each year. Here are a few tips on how to maintain a beautiful and less thirsty garden: •Use less thirsty plants: African daisies, California poppies, celosia, creeping zinnia, cosmos, dwarf morning glories, gaillardia,

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Disaster recovery group says "Be patient when dealing with insurance companies"

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xperts in the field of disaster recovery advise victims that insurance companies are not your friend and will go to great lengths to short change you when it comes to paying for disaster damages. That is the advice given by former San Bernardino resident Lila Hayes Zubik whose mother's Del Rosa home was burnt to the ground by the 2003 Old Fire.

After her mother, Charlotte Crandall was getting pressured by insurance company lawyers and eventually signed substandard settlement forms, Zubik joined others whose families faced similar disasters to form the Old Fire Recovery Group of San Bernardino Valley. The nonprofit group of about 300 met weekly for two years, hosting speakers from FEMA, insurance advocates, city, county, state officials and tax specialists. "No one realizes the amount of paperwork and the agencies you must deal with after your home burns down," said Zubik.

Since her mother's home was in the city limits of San Bernardino, she had to meet with the city planning department. Then there was code enforcement, inspectors, insurance adjusters, contractors, subcontractors, assessors, and designers. She learned that most members of the general public are no match against savvy insurance adjusters. Zubik recalled, "I spent a year learning the process of what to do after your home burns

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Charlotte Crandall's Del Rosa home was burnt to the foundation by the 2003 Old Fire, the 4th worse wildfire disaster in U.S. history. down."

Zubik was living in San Diego at the time of the Old Fire. On that same date of Oct. 25, 2003, the Cedar Fire of San Diego ignited as well. Those two fires rank at the top of the all-time California disaster list. The Cedar Fire destroyed 2,820 structures and the Old Fire engulfed 975. Zubik currently volunteers with San Diegobased Community Assisting Recovery" along with many other volunteers who have recovered from major fire loss.

By 2007, they were better prepared to help those recover from the Witch and Harris Fires that combined to destroy well over 2,000 homes in San Diego County. Still, the U.S. Fire Administration recommends your insurance agent as your main contact.

It tells victims to contact your agent immediately and keep close contact.

Zubik said her mother eventually had to hire an attorney due to the overwhelming mounds of paperwork and red tape. "By then, we at least knew what questions to ask.

The man across the street had the same insurance policy but he was pressured to settle early and received about one half compared to my mom, who lived in a RV on her property until her home was rebuilt three and half years later."

In a phone interview, Zubik pointed out that nearly everyone is under insured and ill prepared.

"It's important to start a diary immediately. Try to inventory all your losses. Document all correspondence with your insurance company. Take pictures of your

house during the rebuilding."

Zubik told of a free Disaster Recovery Guide book that Community Assisting Recovery offers.

She tells of other important elements when determining your home value. Some are based on property tax and others based on sales value. Zubik calls those values a distraction. "Actually, after a fire the value you'll need to concentrate on is the replacement cost. Get a copy of your insurance policy and start getting familiar with it."

If predictions from experts are true, now is the time to read your home owners insurance. UCR fire ecologist Richard Minnick has gone on record to warn of a pending fire that could affect an area spanning south of Big Bear, into Redlands, Oak Glen, the Yucaipa Ridge into Idlewild. His prediction is based on chaparral that hasn't burned in one hundred years.

Zubik talked about the emotional effects that can hamper the thought process, thereby making disaster victims vulnerable to scam artists. She told of one neighbor, a contractor who convinced many in Del Rosa to pay him money up front for building materials. "He collected a good sum and left the state," recalled Zubik.

Likewise, representatives from insurance companies say they lose close to $30 billion annually to fraud which gets passed on billpaying consumers. As California's largest consumer protection agency, its department of insurance collects $288 billion in pre-

miums annually and helps to recover $84 billion in claims and premiums. The California Department of Insurance serves as a clearinghouse for insurance-related questions or problems. It also investigates and prosecutes.

Zubik, a 1987 graduate of San Bernardino High School said the disaster recovery groups were started in 1994 by George Kehrer, who was one of 3,500 who lost his home in the 1991 fire in the hills outside of Oakland. Zubik says Kehrer has counseled as many as four disasters simultaneously. "He does it without pay because he knows what its like." Zubik said she was initially paid a part time wage and then full time for two years. She has worked the last 11 years without pay at Community Assisting Recovery. They no longer have an office; instead prefer to be contacted through its website.

Community Assisting Recovery does conduct a well-organized support and donor campaign whereby it solicits cash, cars, boats, or motorcycles. It has produced no significant income since 2012 when it grossed $50,000. Its primary source of income was from donations given for its Disaster Recovery Workbook Series.

It adheres to a strict conflict of interest code and says it will not accept gifts from insurance carriers, lawyers, contractors, or anyone who would benefit financially from their services. Zubik said when the need arises they apply for grants from the San Diego Foundation.

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San Salvador Church Fiesta De Colores popular band and will conclude the two-day festivities from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Four-Iron Beer is a local brewery and will provide craft beer on Sunday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. for a nominal fee. Both days, a beer garden with domestic beer will be available.

The San Salvador Church is the oldest dedicated church in the Diocese of San Bernardino. Its original location was on Agua Mansa Street in South Colton but was relocated to West “K” Street where an Aztec temple-style

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pon stepping onto the grounds of the San Salvador Church Fiesta de Colores, fiesta attendees will step back in time---even if just for a while. There will be over 25 food booths each uniquely decorated with paper flowers, sombreros, and zarapes with parishioners selling special Mexican, Guatemalan, or Salvadorian food dishes.

“We’ve elected to feature a Hispanic fiesta theme to compliment the different foods that will be

available. The booths will be colorfully decorated and certainly will bring back some favorite memories to many people of the former church fiestas,” said Terry Garcia-Yanez, Fiesta Chair. The fiesta will be held Saturday, September 3rd starting at 2:30 p.m. with the singing of both the American and Mexican National Anthem by Church Choir Director Joe Luna. The day’s festivities include the crowning of the children’s king and queen and her court. Sonidos de mi Tierra Mariachi and a colorful dance folklorico will perform before the 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. LRS

church was built and still stands today. “It is a tradition to host a yearly fiesta that brings many families together. We look forward to another entertaining and well-planned event for our community to enjoy”, shared Father Bonifacio.

San Salvador Church fiesta grounds are located on 178 W. “K” Street in Colton. There will be a Children’s fun corner with prizes. For more information call Terry Garcia-Yanez at 909/2131446.

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X/Posure live dance band. Multitalented DJ Tommy Vasquez will play a varied repertoire of music and introduce a cavalcade of dancers, bands, and singers throughout both days of the fiesta.

An Aztec dance group will perform in full regalia on Sunday, September 4th at 11:45 a.m. prior to the 12:00 noon mass. Mariachi Aztecas de Oro will play old musical favorites and then backto-back entertainment with folklorico dancers, singers Veronica and Victor, several bands, and Los Viejito children’s dance group. Smooth Groove is a very

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SB Mayor Carey Davis gives residents update on city affairs

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Mayor carey Davis shows residents a map that roughly outlines areas that medical marijuana dispensaries would be allowed to operate under three different initiatives: Measures n, o and P.

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By Mj Duncan

an Bernardino City Mayor Carey Davis met informally with residents on

Thursday, Aug. 25 at the Fifth Ward’s Verdemont Community Center and Library to provide an update on the city’s bankruptcy proceedings, development at Carousel Mall and initiatives re-

garding medical marijuana dispensaries.

The city’s bankruptcy status is currently past the disclosure statement awaiting a third amendment regarding language. Ballots were sent out July 29 to creditors that will be voted on this Friday. This hopes to be the final path to exit bankruptcy.

According to Davis, the budget, which has been balanced for the last two years, has been realigned to reflect priorities highlighted by residents in the form of efficiency improvements. Those include contracting trash removal to Burrtec, saving $5 million a year; annexing the fire department to the County, that freed up nearly $8 million of the General Fund; and reallocating $54 million to the police department that enabled hiring of additional officers.

According to Davis development of the 43-acre Carousel Mall is moving forward after officials from the city’s Community Development Department recently traveled to Madrid, Spain to hold a meeting with the owner of the Harris Building, El Corte Ingles.

The meeting, Davis said, was productive, and the first phase of development would entail commercial, retail and residential

Endowment’s #SchoolsNotPrisons tour comes to Inland Empire

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cal State Los Angeles Professor Ahmad Jackson performing a monologue on the effects of incarceration on inner city youth.

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he California Endowment visited San Bernardino last week for their #SchoolsNotPrisons tour that featured a roundtable discussion, an art exhibit, and a free concert.

Educators, faith based, and community leaders commenced at the Ingram Community Center last Thursday to discuss ways they can prevent students of color into further falling into the school-toprison pipeline.

“This will be a courageous and heartfelt conversation around the culture of mass incarceration,” said Congregations Organized for Prophetic Engagement Executive Director Reverend Samuel Casey.

Social Justice Consultant Tia Martinez provided statistics that provided a historical overview of rising suspension and incarceration

rates in the past four decades.

“Isn’t it interesting that right at the same time that jobs for men with a high school [diploma] or less were disappearing, the opportunities to be touched by the criminal justice system went up,” Martinez said regarding the decline of the job market and the rise of mass incarceration in the 1970s. “All that had a huge effect on the ability of poor women of color to form stable families.”

Martinez explained that the “explosion” in suspension rates is not caused by severe incidents, but by things such as tardiness or willful defiance. One suspension may result in a student being held back a grade and dropping out of school altogether, Martinez explained.

Moreover, Martinez said that about 68 percent of African-American men will be incarcerated by the age of 35. In California, it’s closer to 90 percent. This may be due to students spending less time

in school, and more time outside school in neighborhoods riddled with crime and poverty.

The only solution, Martinez believes, is through strong partnerships between teachers, administrators, and students that emphasizes social and emotional help.

“This is a matter of safety, education, and prevention,” she said.

“Punishment cannot revitalize and restore this county and this community.”in school, and more time outside school in neighborhoods riddled with crime and poverty.

The only solution, Martinez believes, is through strong partnerships between teachers, administrators, and students that emphasizes social and emotional help.

“This is a matter of safety, education, and prevention,” she said.

“Punishment cannot revitalize and restore this county and this community.”

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In the upcoming election there will be three initiatives that would replace the city’s long-standing ban on medical marijuana dispensaries. There are city officials who want to continue with the ban, but prefer to regulate it on the city’s terms. The city-written initiative, Measure P, would restrict marijuana sales to industrial zones, and could not be within 600 feet of a school, park, library or recreation center.

Measures N and O, known as the “Redmon” and “Guzman” initiatives respectfully, are less restrictive. Supporters of Measure N would throw their support behind the city’s initiative if minor changes were adopted; and Measure O would allow dispensaries at commercial corridors throughout the city.

Park Maintenance Manager Jim Tickemyer and SBPD Lt. Richard Lawhead discussed the efforts of the year-old Quality of Life team responsible for the city’s upkeep by removing trash and blight, and deterring health hazards by clearing out homeless encampments that pose a risk to public safety.

“If it looks bad, it is bad,” said Lawhead, a 25-year veteran of the police department.

They encouraged residents to report illegal dumping and voiced their commitment to actively combat those issues that affect residents’ quality of life issues.

Davis concluded the meeting with a reminder of a community clean-up and free dump day at Fis-

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San Bernardino city Mayor carey Davis gave residents an update on city affairs during a casual meeting on thursday, Aug. 25 in the 5th ward’s Verdemont community center and Library. he chats with Gloria harrison, San Bernardino community college District Board Member running for reelection and community activist, before the presentation. calini Park on September 24. “If we can get more residents involved it will create more city buy-in and perpetuate growth around the city.”

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San Manuel Inducted into 66ers Hall of Fame

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66ers General Manager Joe Hudson (middle) presents the 66ers Hall of Fame Plaque to San Manuel Band of Mission Indians Chairwoman Lynn "Nay" Valbuena during the team's Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Saturday, August 27th. he San Manuel Band of Mission Indians was inducted into the Inland Empire 66ers Hall of Fame on August 27 at 6:55 p.m. preceding the start of the 7:15 p.m. game.

The Hall of Fame was established in 2002 to honor individuals and organizations making positive contributions to the Inland Empire through philanthropy, volunteerism and community leadership and in-

cludes notable professional baseball players with connections to the region such as Ken Hubbs and Alvin Davis.

This is the first time since 2010 that an honoree is being inducted into the Hall of Fame.

“This recognition is long overdue. San Manuel has supported the 66ers organizations since the late 1980s when we were called the Spirit and has grown to become a both vital team and com-

munity partner,” said Byron Marquez, Director of Business Relations & President of 66ers Family Outreach. “Now is the right time to recognize the Tribe which has dedicated itself to community building, continually standing strong with cities here in the Inland Empire.”

The Tribe has been a longtime supporter of the local baseball club and in recent years began working with the 66ers to de-

velop community based partnerships that benefit area community groups, non-profits, little leagues and schools. Plans to expand programs such as Homeruns for Charity are being developed as the Tribe and 66ers focus on utilizing San Manuel Stadium as a base for these initiatives. In 2012 the stadium was renamed the San Manuel Stadium when the Tribe became the naming rights sponsor.

“San Manuel is honored to be inducted into the Inland Empire 66ers Hall of Fame,” said San Manuel Band of Mission Indians Chairwoman Lynn Valbuena.

“The 66ers are great for the Inland Empire and through our partnership we have been able to directly connect with families and residents as one community with the team and the stadium bringing us together.”

NOTICE INVITING BIDS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that theSan Bernardino City Unified School District ("DISTRICT") invites sealed bids forBid No. F17-02 Chavez MS Portable Installation .

SUBMITTAL OF BIDS: All bids shall be made on the Bid Forms furnished by the District. Bid Forms, together with all required attachments to the Bid Forms, shall be delivered to the DISTRICT in a sealed envelope with a copy of the completed required bid cover sheet affixed to the outside of the envelope and placed in the Bid Box in the Lobby of the San Bernardino City Unified School District of Education Board Building Administration ("BOE"). The Bids are due at on Tuesday, 10:00am September 27, 2016. Bid forms received by the stipulated times will be promptly opened in public and read aloud immediately after sealed envelopes are collected at the time, date, and location stated above in the Community Room.

Bid Forms or Attachments thereto received after the stipulated time will be rejected and returned to Bidders unopened. Each Bid shall be accompanied by a cashier's check made payable to the San Bernardino City Unified School District, or a satisfactory bid bond in favor of the DISTRICT, executed by the Bidder as principal and a California admitted surety company as Surety, in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the Base Bid submitted by the Bidder. BID AND CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: The full notice inviting Bids, Bid documents and contract documents may be viewed and ordered through C2 Reprographics PlanWell Service online by clicking on ‘PUBLIC PLANROOM' at w w w. c 2 r e p r o . c o m a f t e r Thursday, September 1, 2016.

There is a refundable deposit of Fifty dollars ($50.00) for each set of drawings and specifications, upon payment by cashier's or company check made payable to San Bernardino City Unified School District. Prospective Bidders may secure up to two bid sets.

Eligible deposits will be refunded upon return of said documents to C2 Reprographics in good acceptable condition within five (5) business days after bids are opened. Bidders in need of more than two sets of bid documents may purchase at their own cost based on C2's current rates at that time. C2 Reprographics 3180 Pullman Street Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Phone: (866) 632-8329 Public Plan Room: www.c2repro.com Bid documents will be available at C2 Reprographics for after Thursday, viewing September 1, 2016. Bid documents will also be available at the following public plan rooms: F.W. Dodge McGrawHill, Inc. Public Plan Room; www.construction.com 4300 Beltway Place Suite 180 Arlington TX 76081 Diana Boyles Dodge document we@mhfl.com Phone: 1-800393-6343 Fax: 1-877-8367711 The Blue Book Building & Construction NetworkPublic Plan Room: www.thebluebook.com 800 E. Main St.P.O. Box 500Jefferson Valley, NY 10535TJ Downey tdowney@thebluebook.comP hone: (800) 431-2584 Ext. 3177 Fax: (914) 243-4936 CMD GROUP Public Plan Room: www.cmdgroup.com 30 Technology Pkwy S, Ste 100 Norcross, GA 30092 Michael Lunan mike.lunan@cmdgroup.com Architectural Source Relations Specialist Reed Construction Data (770) 209-3414 REQUESTS FOR BID INFORMATION, CLARIFICATIONS, and ADDENDA: Questions in writing (only) may be directed to the District's Business Outreach Coordinator, Ms. Jennifer Wilhelm via email at jennifer.wilhelm@sbcusd.k12. ca.us or fax, (909) 885-9991.

The deadline to submit Requests for Bid Information ("RFBI") is 12:00pm on Thursday, September 15, 2016. All Responses to Requests for Bid Information, clarifications and/or addenda will be issued no later than Wednesday, September 21, 2016 and will be issued to plan holders or registered plan reviewers only. Such responses will be posted at the C2 reprographics public plan room website at www.c2repro.com.

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DELIVERY METHOD AND REQUIRED LICENSES: The work under these bids will be a unit price bid and all bidders to be considered responsive shall have a current California B License. PREVAILING WAGE: Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) compliance, Effective January 1, 2015: No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal for a public works project (submitted on or after March 1, 2015) unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5 [with limited exceptions from this requirement for bid purposes only under Labor Code section 1771.1(a)]. No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project (awarded on or after April 1, 2015) unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. PREQUALIFICATION OF BIDDERS: NOT APPLICABLE FOR THIS PROJECT SCOPE OF WORK: Refer to project site's specific summary of work contained in Sections 01 11 00 of the Project Manual.

The contractor is responsible for the performance and completion of all items according to plans, specifications and any addenda including but not necessarily limited to the work listed below: Provide all material and labor for the relocation and installation of three (3) portable classroom buildings from San Bernardino High School to Cesar E. Chavez Middle School. BUSINESS ENTERPRISE (DVBE) PARTICIPATION GOAL AND REQUIREMENTS: Bidders must adhere to the District's Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goal, prevailing wages and labor compliance program, and license requirements; information regarding prevailing wage rates is available at http://www.pd.dgs.ca.gov/smb u s / d e f a u l t . h t m , http://search.cadvbe.org/dvbe s/search and http://www.bidsync.com/DPXB isCASB. PRE-B I D CONFERENCES AND JOB WALK: A non- mandatory pre-bid conference and job walk will be held on Friday, September 9, 2016 at 9:00 AM; beginning at Cesar E. Chavez Middle School, 6650 N. Magnolia Avenue, San Bernardino, and continuing to San Bernardino High School located at 1850 N. E Street. IMPORTANT DATES: First Publication THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2016 Second Publication THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2016 Pre Bid Conference and Job Walk FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2016 RFI Due THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2016 Addendum Due WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2016 Bid Opening 10:00AM ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2016 Bid Posting on Facilities Website WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2016 Tentative Board Meeting TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2016 NOA Issued (Tentative) WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2016 END of NOTICE INVITING BID CNS-2919682# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 9/1, 9/8/16 E-7493

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SUMMONS(CITACION JUDICIAL) NOTICE To Defendant: (AVISO al Demandado): Robert Carlton, an Individual; and DOES 1 to 25, Inclusive.

YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE).

Tharis Terry, an Individual; Trevina Terry; an individual; and Tremisha Terry, an individual Case Number: CIVDS 1601775 NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online SelfHelp Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you.

If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case, by default, and your wages, money and property may be taken without further warning from the court.

There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web s i t e (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Center Help (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado.

Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion.

Tiene 30 DIAS CALENDARIOS después de que le entreguen esta citacíon y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen.

Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es possible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y mas información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de C a l i f o r n i a (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condadoo en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia.

Hay otros requisitos legales.

Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente.

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

sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil.

Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.

The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y di¬rección de la corte es) Superior Court of California County of San Bernardino San Bernardino Justice Center 247 West Third Street San Bernardino, CA 924150210 The name, address and telephone number of plaintiff's attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es) Fernando D. Vargas, Esq. SBN: 129284 Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas 8647 Haven Avenue Suite 200 Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730-4888 Date (Fecha): FEB 03 2016 Clerk (Secretario), by Daisy Mondragon Deputy (Adjunto)

NOTICE OF COURT HEARING TO ALL PARTIES: You (ROBERT CARLTON) are required to attend the TRIAL SETTING CONFERENCE, which has been calendared for hearing on November 4, 2016 at 8:30 a.m. in department S22 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino-San Bernardino Justice Center located at 247 West Third Street, San Bernardino, California, 924150210.

Published El Chicano 8/11,8/18,8/25,9/1/16 E-7482

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: EDWARD C. KING, aka EDWARD C. KING, SR., aka EDWARD C. KING, JR., aka EDWARD KING, aka EDWARD CLAUDE KING CASE NO.: PRO PS 1600742

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may be otherwise interested in the will or estate, or both of: EDWARD C. KING, aka EDWARD C. KING, SR., aka EDWARD C. KING, JR., aka EDWARD KING, aka EDWARD CLAUDE KING A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by BARBARA J. PARTEE in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that BARBARA J. PARTEE be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

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

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority allows the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain 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 this petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on SEP 15 2016 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. S36 located at 247 West Third Street, San Bernardino, CA 92415 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should either appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in per-

son 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 Other Probate Code.

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 appraisement 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: Elisabeth Kempe-Olinger 290 North 10th Street, Suite 222 Colton, CA 92324 Published El Chicano 8/18,8/25,9/1/16 E-7483

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: JESSIE R. VEGA. Aka JESSIE RODRIGUEZ VEGA, aka MARIA JESUS VEGA, aka MARY JESSIE VEGA, aka JESSIE VEGA, aka JESSE R. VEGA CASE NO.: PRO PS 1600771

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may be otherwise interested in the will or estate, or both of: JESSIE R. VEGA, Aka JESSIE RODRIGUEZ VEGA, aka MARIA JESUS VEGA, aka MARY JESSIE VEGA, aka JESSIE VEGA, aka JESSE R. VEGA A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by LUCILLE JIMENEZ in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that LUCILLE JIMENEZ be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

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

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority allows the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain 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 this petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on OCT 25 2016 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. S37 located at 247 West 3rd Street, San Bernardino, CA 92415 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should 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 personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

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

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisement 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: Elisabeth Kempe-Olinger 290 North 10th Street, Suite 222 Colton, CA 92324 Published El Chicano 8/25,9/1,9/8/16 E-7487

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING OF THE SAN BERNARDINO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT RELATIVE TO THE ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE K-12 TEXTBOOK AND INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS INCENTIVE PROGRAM FOR 2016-2017 EDUCATION CODE SECTION 60252

Please be advised the Board of Education (“Board”) of the San Bernardino City Unified School District (“District”) at its regular meeting to be held on September 20, 2016, will make a determination through a resolution, as to whether each pupil in the District has or will have prior to the end of the fiscal year, sufficient textbooks or instructional materials or both, and; these materials in each subject are consistent with the content and cycles of the curriculum framework adopted by the state board.

This Public Hearing is held to enable additional input by parents, teachers, members of the community, and bargaining unit leaders in order to comply with [EC Section 60119(a)(1)(B)].

California Education Code Section 60119-a specifies that the governing boards of school districts are subject to the requirements of Education Code Section 60119 in order to receive funds for Pupil Textbook and Instructional Materials Incentive program (Education Code Section 60252), and/or funds for instructional materials from any state source in a fiscal year in which the Superintendent of Public Instruction determines that the base revenue limit per average daily attendance (ADA for each school district will increase by at least 1 percent from the prior fiscal year).

Section 60119-a-1-A requires that the governing boards of school districts hold a public hearing to encourage participation by parents, teachers, members of the community interested in the affairs of the school district and bargaining unit leaders, and make a determination through a resolution as to whether each pupil in each school in the district has or will have, prior to the end of the fiscal year, sufficient textbooks and/or instructional materials in each subject that are consistent with the content and cycles of the curriculum framework adopted by the state board.

The adoption of designated textbooks for each course Districtwide is an essential part of the development of an articulated, sequential, and a standardized curriculum in each subject.

The San Bernardino City Unified School District has an ongoing proce-

dure whereby textbooks are continually reviewed and updated by committees that are representative of the school community. Books are reviewed for content and their match with District and state frameworks.

The September 20, 2016, meeting of the District will begin at 5:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as possible, in the Community Room, Board of Education Building, located at 777 North F Street, San Bernardino, California 92410.

These matters will be considered at such time as this agenda item is considered by the Board of the District.

Questions and/or comments should be directed to Dr. Kennon Mitchell, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services (909) 388-6184.

San Bernardino City Unified School District

Published El Chicano September 1, 2016 E-7490 REQUESTING FOR PROPOSALS RFP No. 16-02

Proposition 39 – Financial and Performance Audit of General Obligation Bonds

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the San Bernardino City Unified School District of San Bernardino County, State of California, acting by and through its Governing Board, hereafter referred to as the District, is soliciting sealed proposals for: RFP No.16-02 Proposition 39 - Financial and Performance Audit of General Obligation Bonds, from qualified firms.

Proposals may be received up to but not later than: September 16, 2016 at 10:00 a.m.

All proposals shall be made on the proposal form furnished by the District, unless otherwise indicated in the proposal documents. A copy of the RFP including bid forms are on file at the District Purchasing Department, 777 North F Street, San Bernardino, CA 92410, and is posted and can be downloaded from the website at: District's http://sbcusd.com/bids.aspx .

Each proposal must conform and be responsive to the RFP.

Proposals must be received at the San Bernardino City Unified School District Purchasing Department Bid Box, located in the Main Lobby Foyer at 777 North F Street, San Bernardino, CA 92410. Proposals shall be opened at the above stated time and place. All proposals must be clearly marked on the outside of a sealed envelope with the Consultant's company name and the RFP number. It is the Consultant's sole responsibility to ensure that its proposal is received at the correct location and by the time of opening. No Consultant may withdraw their proposal for a period of 60 days after the date set for the opening of proposals.

All questions or request for clarification regarding this RFP must be submitted in writing via email to Maria.Rafael@sbcusd.com prior to 11:00 a.m., September 8, 2016. Any clarifications or corrections to this RFP shall be made by written amendment or addendum. All amendments/addenda will be posted on the District's website. It is the Consultant's sole responsibility to periodically check the site for any amendments/addenda and respond accordingly.

The District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, or portions of proposals, to withdraw a line item, or the entire proposal, and/or to waive any irregularities or informalities in the proposals, or in the proposal process.

This RFP is subject to the provisions of Education Code Section 45125. 1 PUBLICATION: September 1, 2016 Due Date & Opening: September 16, 2016

CNS-2919286# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 9/1/16 E-7491

Inland Empire Community Newspapers • September 1, 2016 • Page A15

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Inland Empire Hispanic Leadership Council Awards Scholarships to Local College Students

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he Inland Empire Hispanic Leadership Council (IEHLC) has awarded two scholarships, for the amount of $1000 each to Riane Castro and Jeanette Martinez, both from Cal State University of San Bernardino. The students applied and were selected by an interview team in July. The scholarships targeted students who are currently enrolled in their respective college or university’s Legislative Internship Programs.

The two talented ladies are majoring in political science, prelaw and international law. The scholarships are intended to support students entering intern programs with traveling and living expenses as they gain experiences in the legislative process.

They will also be earning academic credit from their college, while interning with policy mak-

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Jeanette Martinez (left) and riane castro were recently awarded scholarships in the amount of $1000 each by the Inland empire hispanic Leadership council (IehLc). both are from cal state university of san bernardino.

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ers either at the local, state or federal levels.

“It gives me such pleasure and joy to see our young people ready to take ownership in civic leadership. We are grooming our future leaders and helping them along with some monetary support to see this happen,” said Jaime Hurtado, president of the IEHLC organization.

Jeanette Martinez, one of the scholarship recipients, who will be representing CSUSB, in the fall, in Washington, D.C., was quoted, “I promise to keep working hard and do everything I can in order to help improve our Latino community.”

The Inland Empire Hispanic Leadership Council (IEHLC) is a regional non-profit organization comprised of community leaders who have come together and collaborate in order to improve the

quality of life for the Hispanic community in the Inland Empire region. The Council has centered its work in the areas of business, education and public policy.

The Council meets regularly to conduct an open dialogue in order to find solutions for any compromising issues within the region. It is the organization’s vision to improve quality of life, create opportunities in order to sustain positive and responsible growth for the Hispanic community.

IEHLC plans to continue to offer future opportunities to college students for scholarships.

For more information refer to the Council’s website: www.iehlc.org and search for the scholarship link. For more specific information e-mail the organization at info.iehlc.org.

SBD Fest Airshow to feature SB Strong Plane Pull

By Yazmin Alvarez

he skies over San Bernardino will be roaring Saturday as the annual air show — SBD Fest — returns to the SBD International Airport.

Featuring aerobatic performances headlined by the Patriots Jet Team, a country music concert featuring Thompson Square, and a car and motorcycle show, the second annual airfest is expected to attract thousands of airplane enthusiasts and families.

Among this year’s event highlights include static aircraft displays, vintage car displays, motorcycle displays, military aircraft, aerobatic and aerial acts, a kid’s zone, food trucks, beer, and several vendors and sponsors.

SBD Fest 2016 will also double as a fundraising event for local public safety agencies that played a critical role in the Dec. 2 attacks in San Bernardino during the friendly strongman-like competition, SB Strong 757 Plane Pull.

Using brute strength, a team of firefighters will face off with law enforcement to test which team can pull a 757 aircraft the farthest in two minutes.

Donations toward the SB Plane Pull can be made by individuals through the Strong Plane Pull website, www.anython.com/SBDFest2016PlanePull .

Donors can select a dollar amount per foot pulled or contribute a flat amount.

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Local fire and law enforcement agencies will show feats of strength as they participate in the sb strong 757 plane pull. the fundraising event will benefit local public safety agencies that played a critical role in the dec. 2 attacks in san bernardino.

Funds raised for the pull will benefit the San Bernardino Police Foundation, San Bernardino County Firefighters’ Association and the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Volunteer Administrative Support Unit.

Last year’s inaugural event drew more than 10,000 spectators and was the first airshow held at the airport in more than 20 years. Mark Gibbs, director of aviation for SBD International Airport, says the hope is to not only build from last year’s event, but also offer an opportunity to see the developments taking place at SBD International Airport and possibly even spark memories from the past.

“Many of our attendees last year spoke to us about being stationed and serving at Norton AFB, some having helped to coordinate the air shows our community so fondly remembers,” Gibbs said in a news release.

SBD Fest, a one day event, is set from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sept. 10 at the SBD International Airport, 1601 E Third Street in San Bernardino.

Ticket prices range from $5- $125 and are available at www.sbdfest.com/tickets. Admission is free for children under 5 and active military with ID. For event schedule and to learn more, visit www.sbdfest.com.

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the patriots Jet team will headline the second annual sbd fest sept. 10 at the sbd International Airport.