*El Chicano 04/06/23

EL CHICANo Weekly

Vol 60, NO. 16

April 6, 2023

CSUSB’s Cesar Chavez Memorial Breakfast: Addressing Food Scarcity and Devastating Impact of Agricultural Automation on Farm Workers

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By Manny Sandoval

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he 12th Annual Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Breakfast was held at the California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) Santos Manuel Student Union on Saturday, April 1st.

The event, a collaboration between the Chicano Latino Caucus of San Bernardino County and CSUSB's Latino Education and Advocacy Days, brought together community leaders, advocates, and academics to celebrate the legacy of Cesar Chavez and discuss the pressing issues facing farmworkers today.

Cesar Chavez, a civil rights and labor movement icon, is best remembered for his contributions to agriculture labor laws and social justice reform.

Chavez co-founded the National Farm Workers Association (NFWA), later to become the United Farm Workers (UFW), and played a pivotal role in improving working conditions and wages for

farmworkers. The event was emceed by Assembly Majority Leader Eloise Gomez Reyes and featured several distinguished speakers, including Flor Martinez, Founder of Celebration Nation and and Ana Entrepreneur, Gonzalez from the Chicano Latino Caucus of San Bernardino County.

Flor Martinez opened her speech by encouraging everyone to stretch and shared a poignant quote from Cesar Chavez, stating, “It's ironic that those who till the soil, cultivate and harvest the fruits, vegetables, and other foods that fill your tables with abundance have nothing left for themselves.”

Martinez went on to address the irony of farmworkers experiencing the highest level of food scarcity in the nation, despite being responsible for providing food for others.

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Assembly Majority Leader Eloise Gomez Reyes recognizing Cesar E. Chavez’s contributions to reforming labor laws and civil rights for latinos in the United States.

Amazon Invests Over $25 Million Annually to Boost Computer Science Opportunities for SBCUSD, RUSD and 5,100 students across the IE

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By Manny Sandoval

ast week Amazon announced a significant investment in computer science education for students in the San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) and Rialto Unified School District (RUSD), through their

Amazon Future Engineer program. Over 5,100 students in the Inland Empire will be impacted, as part of the company's commitment to invest more than $25 million annually to increase student access to computer science opportunities nationwide.

Victor Reinoso, Global Director of

Philanthropic Education Initiative at Amazon, highlighted the company's dedication to increasing access to computer science education, particularly in Title 1 schools. Title 1 schools are federally designated schools with a high concentration of Amazon cont. on next pg.

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cial intelligence (AI) and agricultural automation, which threatens the livelihoods of many Latino and Indigenous farmworkers. "Who is familiar with AI?" she asked. "It’s important to [pursue] comprehensive immigration reform. If [farmworkers] don’t have a social security card, they need that to take on another career."

She urged attendees to take action, offering three steps to support farmworkers and their communities: 1) advocating for immigration reform, 2) contributing financial resources, and 3) sharing stories on social media to inspire others.

Ana Gonzalez echoed the importance of community advocacy and action. "It's so important to have the brave

voices like you in our community and thank you for those action items of what we can do today," she said. Gonzalez also addressed the need to end systemic injustices and racism, stating, "Racism is a public health crisis. [We must] make intentional change [in] our educational system, our water boards; that is violence to our communities."

Assembly Majority Leader Eloise Gomez Reyes emphasized the importance of honoring Cesar Chavez's legacy while continuing to advocate for farmworkers. "As we remember the tremendous contributions of Cesar Chavez to agriculture labor laws and social justice reform, we must also recognize the ongoing struggle for fair working conditions, wages, and opportunities for farmworkers in California," she said.

Platinum sponsors of the event included CSUSB LEAD Dr. Enrique Murillo, Assembly Majority Leader Eloise Gomez Reyes, Assemblymember James C. Ramos, Catalyst Cannabis Co., and TODEC Legal Service.

Over 25 local and regional dignitaries were in attendance, such as San Bernardino Mayor Helen Tran, San Bernardino Councilmember Kimberly Calvin, and San Bernardino County Supervisor Joe Baca Jr., among many others.

The Cesar Chavez Memorial Breakfast served as a platform for community members, advocates, and leaders to come together in solidarity, reflecting on the progress made and the work that lies ahead in the fight for farmworker rights and social justice.

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students eligible for free or reduced lunch. Amazon seeks to work with districts that prioritize computer science education, focusing on schools that serve students from underserved and historically underrepresented communities.

Amazon Future Engineer increases student access to computer science education in three ways:

Funds high-quality computer science curriculum and educator professional learning to help school districts implement sustainable K–12 computer science initiatives. As part of this effort, Amazon funds the development of customized curriculum that accounts for the unique cultural perspectives, interests, and experiences of Black, Latino, Native American (BLNA) students. For instance, Amazon Future Engineer committed $2.25 million to support Indigenous schools in accessing culturally responsive computer science curriculums.

Offers virtual class chats, career tours, and project-based learning modules that bring role models to classrooms to help students explore computer science through real-world experiences. Provides college scholarships, paid internships, and industry mentors, so students can conceptualize their path forward in the industry.

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Reyes honoring Flor Martinez with a certificate of recognition for her advocacy towards social justice issues affecting Latinos and Indigenous Native American Peoples.

Reinoso emphasized that computer science skills are foundational for many future careers, particularly those in the STEM field. With a high concentration of careers in STEM and increased earning potential for those in computer science, Amazon believes that equipping students with these skills will enable them to thrive in any career they pursue.

To inspire students to consider various career paths and broaden their horizons, Amazon offers ca-

reer tours on their website, amazonfutureengineer.com. These tours showcase a range of careers, from transportation and logistics to robotics and AI, data science, and roles in Amazon Prime Video. Reinoso stated that it is less about the opportunities at Amazon and more about inspiring students to explore new possibilities and achieve success in their education and careers.

The Amazon Future Engineer program focuses on three key aspects of computer science education: funding high-quality computer science curriculums, providing virtual class chats and career tours, and offering college scholarships, paid internships, and industry mentors. This academic year, Amazon will award $16 million in college scholarships and industry internship offers to 400 U.S.-based high school seniors pursuing degrees in computer science or engineering. Since the program's launch in 2019, Amazon has awarded over $22 million in scholarships.

Reinoso emphasized Amazon's long-term commitment to building strong communities, stating, "Our interest is to help build strong communities now and in future generations in the communities that we serve. We have an immense amount of confidence in the potential of future generations. Lots of problems that exist in the world can be solved from critical thinking that comes from computer science education. It's a long-term investment in these communities. We want residents in communities to thrive over the long term."

By investing in SBCUSD and RUSD, Amazon aims to create a lasting positive impact on students in the Inland Empire. The company is dedicated to providing ongoing support and resources to teachers, students, and families in these districts, ensuring that they have the necessary tools to succeed in an increasingly technology-driven world.

San Bernardino Developing a New Parks Master Plan, Seeking Public Input

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Speaker Flor Martinez began her segment by having the 400+ audience members participate in a stretching exercise to promote relaxation and clear thinking - and you can see San Bernardino Mayor Helen Tran participating.

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he City of San Bernardino is developing its first parks master plan in fifteen years to identify current and future facility needs, as well as youth, senior and recreation programs for the City’s parks, community centers, and senior centers. City officials stated that community participation will be an important part of the process and have launched a website for residents to stay updated and provide input.

“Our entire team is committed to ensuring the most inclusive planning process for a parks master plan”, said Parks and Recreation Director Lydie Gutfeld.

“Everyone in San Bernardino who wishes to participate will have a chance to share their vision for the future.”

To lead this process, the San Bernardino has hired Next Practice Partners, a national strategic

planning firm with extensive park system master planning experience in California, including with the cities of Chino, Carlsbad, Fremont, San Clemente, and Temple City.

“We believe that inclusion is not optional but the very foundation of a planning process” said, Neelay Bhatt Founder & CEO of Next Practice Partners. “Over the next 18 months, we will work with the City to engage the San Bernardino community across all ages, in English and Spanish, both in person and online. This will help us ensure that the community’s values and unmet needs drive the plan’s vision and recommendations,” said Bhatt.

Ongoing project updates, community meeting schedules, and additional feedback opportunities are available at the newly launched, mobile friendly, ADA accessible and multi-lingual website: www.MySBParks.com

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San Bernardino's Most Haunted Locations: Separating Fact from Fiction

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an Bernardino, the gateway to the Inland Empire, is home to many historic sites, but some of them are also known to be haunted. From spooky cemeteries to abandoned buildings, these locations have been at the center of countless ghost stories and paranormal experiences. But are these stories true, or are they just legends passed down through generations?

One of the most popular haunted locations in San Bernardino is the infamous Hotel Castañeda.

Built in 1910, the hotel was once a luxurious destination for wealthy travelers.

However, the hotel fell into disrepair and has been abandoned for years. Visitors

have reported seeing apparitions of former guests and hearing strange noises and voices throughout the building.

"I've visited the Hotel Castañeda several times, and I can feel a presence there," says local ghost hunter, Emily Davis. "It's one of the most active paranormal locations in San Bernardino."

Another haunted location in San Bernardino is the Pioneer Memorial Cemetery. The cemetery was established in 1851 and is the final resting place of many early settlers of the city.

According to local legend, the ghosts of these settlers still haunt the cemetery.

Visitors have reported seeing apparitions and hearing strange noises and voices throughout the grounds.

City of Rialto Receives $2 Million Grant for Lake Rialto Project

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he City of Rialto receives $2 million in federal funding to support its Lake Rialto habitat project.

Congressman Pete Aguilar secured the funds for the program.

The Congressman said, “Ensuring our residents can enjoy safe and clean open spaces for outdoor recreation is necessary to create a healthier, more sustainable community.

“This funding I helped secure will help construct Lake Rialto, 10 acres of lake, wetlands and trails, that will protect vulnerable species and play a vital role in the environmental success for the Santa Ana River Habitat Conservation Plan.” This brings total funding for the $8 million project to more than $5 million, thanks to additional funding sources.

The environmentally beneficial project includes the creation of wetlands and wildlife habitats on city-owned property adjacent to the City of Rialto Water Treatment Plant, which will provide recycled water for the lake itself, which then flows into the environmentally critical Rialto Channel.

Rialto Mayor Deborah Robertson said, “The project design is now 90% complete and we hope to break ground this coming fall.”

The endangered Santa Ana sucker and Arroyo chub swim from the Santa Ana River up the Rialto Channel during cooler weather, but during hotter days, the water can be too warm for the fish. Because of the depth of the lake, much needed cooler water can be taken from the bottom of the lake and discharged

into the Rialto Channel, providing potentially significant environmental benefits to critical species. The City of Rialto has worked diligently with potential partnering agencies to explore and maximize all of the environmental benefits of this project.

The lake will also provide a welcome habitat for seasonal wildfowl who migrate to and from Mexico on the Pacific Flyway, providing abundant birdwatching opportunities for the community.

Mayor Robertson said, “Rialto residents can look forward to enjoying the lake's open spaces, walking trails and environmental education programs. Special programs for children will enable them to get a taste of the great outdoors right in their own city.

We're so very pleased and honored that Congressman Aguilar has supported this leading-edge project to create an infrastructure that will serve as an environmentally sensitive and attractive recreational facility and wildlife habitat.

Support for this model of an urban water stewardship project is something all of our elected policymakers should be advocating. This needs to be at the forefront of their priorities.”

The City of Rialto has grown a lot in recent years with its ongoing development projects. Now, Lake Rialto adds to an impressive list of commercial and residential projects, a different kind of addition to the City's assets that demonstrates that it “walks the talk” when it comes to planning environmentally sensitive development.

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"The Pioneer Memorial Cemetery is a very active location," says paranormal investigator, John Smith. "We've captured EVPs of voices saying 'help me' and 'get out' in certain areas of the cemetery."

the paranormal activity at these locations, skeptics remain unconvinced.

According to local legend, a train conductor was killed on the tracks outside the depot, and his ghost still roams the area. Visitors have reported seeing the apparition of a man in a conductor's uniform and hearing the sound of a train whistle in the middle of the night.

Despite the debate, the haunted locations in San Bernardino continue to draw visitors and ghost hunters from all over.

Whether you believe in ghosts or not, there's no denying the eerie atmosphere and rich history of these spooky sites.

Another haunted location in San Bernardino is the Santa Fe Depot. Built in 1918, the depot served as a hub for the city's transportation system.

While many people are convinced of

"There's no scientific evidence to support the existence of ghosts," says Dr. James Lee, a professor of psychology at California State University, San Bernardino. "It's important to remember that these stories are just legends and that there's no way to verify their authenticity."

Beware of potholes, and report them!

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he vexing thing about potholes is that they are most likely to appear during the time of year when they are nearly impossible to fix. Repair materials do not bond well, if at all, when it's cold and wet.

The snow and the rain that has been abusing the mountain communities is also abusing the mountain roads, so many roads are showing signs of damage with new cracks and potholes. Public Works crews are aware of the damage and will begin making repairs after the roads dry out.

Until repairs can be made, motorists are encouraged to drive with caution, watch the road, keep in mind a shallow-looking puddle can actually be a deep puddle, and report pothole and other road issues by using the SeeClickFix app.

You can download the app at Google Play or the Apple App Store. Get more information at the Department of Public Works website.

SeeClickFix is free and it allows county residents to provide the County Public Works team with pictures, videos, and descriptions of road issues.

The app also allows residents to request cindering on local roads and report issues such as snow damage or cars blocking snow plows. The app can also be used to report flooding and blocked storm drains.

The County is helping to keep nuisance traffic in check by promoting its No Snow Play on the Roadway campaign to discourage people from heading to the mountains with plans to pull to the side of a highway to sled, make snowmen, and throw snowballs at each other.

The County will leverage billboards and social media to make sure everyone knows that road-side snow play can be met with fines and towaways.

Water Bill Assistance is Available at Community Action Partnership

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ommunity Action Partnership of San Bernardino County (CAPSBC) is helping residents with their water or wastewater bill(s) through its Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP).

LIHWAP is a federally funded program that offers a one-time payment, up to a maximum of $2,000, to help residents pay their current or past-due water or wastewater bills they have accrued. There is no date restriction for when the overdue amount occurred.

San Bernardino County households may qualify for assistance if:

Their total household gross income is at or below 60% of the State Median Income or a household member is a current recipient of CalFresh or CalWORKs.

They receive service from a participating community water system or wastewater treatment provider (private wells and septic excluded).

Renters may also qualify if:

Their water and/or wastewater bill is included in their rental payment, and they are past due on rent.

The application for renters will require additional steps as they must complete an agreement with their landlord to apply for the benefit amount.

Residents with Disconnect & Shut Off Notices:

Applicants who are in danger of getting services disconnected, or whose services have already been disconnected, can submit the application as soon as possible with all the paperwork to be processed for immediate assistance.

Qualifying Amount:

Households that qualify for LIHWAP could reduce their water or wastewater charges, or both if their bills include both services, by up to $2,000.

Once an applicant is found eligible, a credit will be applied to their water and/or wastewater bill within 45 days or less.

CAPSBC staff will send a pledge to the water company or wastewater treatment provider with the approved amount, however, this does not always stop or prevent disconnections if the non-payment process has been too long.

To schedule an appointment, San Bernardino County residents can call 909-723-1500.

Applications can also be submitted via fax, email, in-person, or mailed in.

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Bloomington Little League Kicks Off Their Baseball Season with an Opening Day Ceremony

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upervisor Joe Baca, Jr. helped kick off the beginning of the baseball season by participating in the Opening Day Ceremonies for the Bloomington Little League at Kessler Park. All Little League teams were present, and they were able to join in on the games and giveaways. The highlight of the opening was seeing two 1981 World Series Dodger Champions. Kenny Landreaux caught the final out of the 1981 World Series, and Jerry Reuss helped the

Dodgers win. The Department of San Bernardino County Library, First 5 San Bernardino, and the Bloomington Municipal Advisory Council (MAC) supported the event.

"It was an honor to have the opportunity to join Bloomington Little Leagues Opening Day Ceremony. The event was well attended, with a lot of community support and Dodgers baseball legends Kenny Landreaux and

Jerry Reuss. The Bloomington Little League members had a blast seeing, taking pictures, and getting autographed baseballs and cards from Kenny Landreaux and Jerry Reuss. As a former coach of 12 years, I love baseball because it teaches life lessons, such as teamwork, working hard, working together, and never quitting.”

Step Up In San Bernardino will provide housing for 76 seniors formerly experiencing chronic homelessness

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oday, San Bernardino Mayor Helen Tran joined Shangri-La Industries and service provider Step Up to celebrate the opening of Step Up in San Bernardino a Shangri-La Community, the City’s newest permanent supportive housing for chronically unhoused seniors at the repurposed former All Star Lodge.

This partnership represents a significant investment in new housing and service options in San Bernardino.

“This project exemplifies the transformative Homekey solutions providing thousands of individuals across California with the supportive services they need and a safe place to call home,” said Governor Gavin Newsom. “I applaud San Bernardino and local leaders across California for partnering with the state to meet the urgency of this moment and make a lasting change in our communities.”

Funding for this facility was made possible through financing from Shangri-La Industries and the State’s Homekey program. Notably, it is in the top 10% of the most-cost-effective Homekey projects in the state. The entirety of construction at the site was handled with locally-hired labor, and completed in less than 12 months from Shangri-La’s official acquisition.

“This project is a testament to what we can do when government and private industries come together to solve complex problems and deliver services to our communities,” said Andy Meyers, CEO of Shangri-La. “We must be creative in our solutions- tackling homelessness at its core. These 76 units will provide safe spaces for the unhoused community that they can finally call home.”

The hotel-turned-apartment complex provides 76 single occupancy 250-square-foot efficiency apartments and one permanent onsite manager unit. All units will be fully furnished, and residents will be offered a wide array of rich wraparound services provided by Step Up. In addition, eight units are designed specifically for occupants with mobility issues, and four units are outfitted for aurally- or visually-impaired individuals.

“The renovation of the former All Star Lodge will provide much-needed permanent housing for the most vulnerable individuals who have been living on the streets of San Bernardino.

This housing project, Step Up in San Bernardino, which will provide onsite intensive support services to each tenant, is a wellproven model to solve homelessness in San Bernardino and other communities across the country,” said Tod Lipka, Step Up’s President & CEO.

“Throughout my time in Congress, my top priority has been tackling the affordable housing shortage and homelessness crisis in the Inland Empire,” said Rep. Pete Aguilar. “I am proud to have helped secure this critical funding to reduce chronic homelessness in our community.

We need more creative solutions like Step Up in San Bernardino to ensure every Inland Empire resident has a place to call home.”

Shangri-La Industries is committed to expanding affordable housing opportunities and improving the quality of life for underserved communities.

To date, Shangri-La Industries has delivered more than 2,000 affordable housing units throughout the Country.

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San Bernardino Festival Receives National Diversity Award

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Metrolink Offers Free Rides on Earth Day, April 22, and Launches Earth Day Photo Contest

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his week Metrolink launched an Earth Day campaign to raise awareness about the environmental benefits of using the train. On Earth Day, Saturday, April 22, Metrolink will provide free rides all day on all Metrolink and Arrow service trains.

Riders can use the promotional code “EarthDay2023” to redeem their free rides on Earth Day at Metrolink station ticket machines.

Current Metrolink mobile app users will automatically receive a free ticket to their mobile ticket wallet on Friday, April 21.

Anyone who downloads and registers an account on the Metrolink mobile app before that date will receive the free Earth Day ticket.

Both the promo code and the mobile ticket will only be valid on Earth Day, April 22.

“We’re excited to offer free fares on Earth Day and hope people who haven’t used our service before will consider taking the train that day and for future trips,” Metrolink CEO Darren Kettle said.

“Metrolink trains run on 100 percent renewable fuel which helps reduce our carbon footprint. We invite the public to join us on this Earth Day journey, take the train, and help us make Southern California greener and cleaner.”

Earth Day Photo Contest To kick off the campaign, Metrolink will hold an Earth Day photo contest, “A Picture is Worth a Thousand Rides.” Leading up to Earth Day, riders are invited to ex-

plore the beautiful sights and landmarks of Southern California by train. Riders can then enter the contest by submitting their name, photo or photos, and destination to Metrolink@theaxisagency.com.

The deadline to submit photos is Monday, April 24. Three winners will be selected, and each will receive Metrolink Monthly passes for a year.

Photo Series and Exhibit at L.A. Union Station As part of the effort, Metrolink has partnered with local photographer Erwin Recinos to curate a photography series. Recinos is a seasoned visual artist with an eye for capturing life in and around Los Angeles. For 20 years, Recinos has been documenting the urban landscape, street culture and Hispanic communities of Los Angeles using his daily travel on public transportation as inspiration.

From April 10 through May 1, 2023, Metrolink will display a selection of Recinos’ photography, as well as photos submitted to the contest by riders, on the west end of Los Angeles Union Station.

For more details about Metrolink’s Earth Day campaign and to learn about how train travel makes a positive environmental impact, visit Metrolink’s Earth Day webpage at Metrolinktrains.com/EarthDay.

The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) and Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) are also offering free rides on Earth Day.

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City of San Bernardino’s Mayor Helen Tran and Councilmember Kimberly Calvin holding the city’s City Cultural Diversity Award at the League’s National Conference in Washington D.C.

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he National League of Cities (NLC) awarded the City of San Bernardino its 2023 City Cultural Diversity Award at the League’s National Conference held in Washington D.C. from March 26-28. The award recognized the San Bernardino Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department’s inaugural Festival: Where Our Cultures Connect event. The award was accepted by Mayor Helen Tran and Council Member Kimberly Calvin, who were attending the NLC conference.

The NLC City Cultural Diversity award recognizes cities that developed innovative programs demonstrating cultural diversity and promoting inclusive resident involvement.

“Festival was an amazing event,” said Mayor Helen Tran.

“The performances, the food, the art, and the crowds all highlighted our diverse and inclusive community. I was so proud to accept the award along with

Council Member Calvin on behalf of San Bernardino.

Festival: Where Our Cultures Connect, was an all-day event held on October 8, 2022, at Seccombe Lake Park. It featured musical and dance performances on multiple stages, an artist’s village, an interactive kids’ village, a car show, karate demonstrations, cultural exhibits, roving performers, community booths, food vendors and a petting zoo. Each zone highlighted the many diverse communities, artists, and performers that reside in San Bernardino. Attendance for the inaugural Festival was estimated to be between 7,000 and 10,000.

“To receive such a highly competitive national award for San Bernardino’s first Festival speaks volumes to the vision and hard work of the entire Parks staff and countless volunteers,” said Parks and Recreation Director Lydie Gutfeld. “I could not be prouder.”

At the sold-out awards cere-

mony, National League of Cities officials stated that there were 51 submissions from across the country for the award. Judging was conducted by a panel of NLC officials from Auburn, Virginia; Cerritos, California; Kenmore, Washington; Dumfries, Virginia; San Antonio, Texas; and Tempe, Arizona.

“Creating diverse and inclusive programs within our communities is a key element to making our residents feel included and supported,” said NLC President and Mayor of Tacoma, WA, Victoria Woodards.

Council Member Kimberly Calvin noted, “After receiving the award, leaders from other cities from across our region, state, and nation took notice.

People came up to me saying, San Bernardino is back. And we are.”

San Bernardino’s award was for cities with a population between 200,000 and 500,000 residents.

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS / INVITATION TO BID 1. Notice is hereby given that the governing board of the San (“Board”) Bernardino City Unified School District (“District”) will receive sealed bids to construct the following project: F23-03 Exterior Paint – Urbita & Wilson Elementary Schools (“Project” or “Contract”) 2. C o n t r a c t o r not Prequalification – required for this project.

3. Contractors must submit sealed bids on or before 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at the District Office – Bid Box, located at 777 North F Street, San Bernardino, California 92410, at or after which time the District will open the bids and publicly read them aloud. Any claim by a Bidder of error in its bid must be made in compliance with Public Contract Code § 5100, et seq. Any bid that is submitted after this time shall be nonresponsive and returned to the Bidder. The District is not responsible for Bids that are received after the deadline noted above.

4. The Project consists of, but not limited to, the following scope: Exterior Paint at 2 Sites: Urbita & Wilson Elementary Schools.

5. All bids shall be on the form provided by the District.

Each bid must conform and be responsive to all pertinent Contract Documents, including, but not limited to, the Instructions to Bidders.

6. To bid on this Project, the Bidder is required to possess one or more of the following State of California Contractor Licenses: Class C-33 or Class B. The Bidder's license(s) must be active and in good standing at the time of the bid opening and must remain so throughout the term of the Contract.

7. As security for its Bid, each Bidder shall provide with its Bid form 8. a bid bond issued by an admitted surety insurer on the form provided by the District, 9. cash, or 10. a cashier's check or a certified check, drawn to the order of the San Bernardino City Unified School District, in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the total bid price.

This bid security shall be a guarantee that the Bidder shall, within seven (7) calendar days after the date of the Notice of Award, enter into a contract with the District for the performance of the services as stipulated in the bid.

11. The successful Bidder shall be required to furnish a 100% Performance Bond and a 100% Payment Bond if it is awarded the contract for the Project.

12. The successful Bidder may substitute securities for any monies withheld by the District to ensure performance under the Contract, in accordance with the provisions of Public Contract Code § 22300.

13. The successful Bidder and its subcontractors shall pay all workers on the Project not less than the general prevailing rate of per diem wages and the general prevailing rate for holiday and overtime work as determined by the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations, State of California, for the type of work performed and the locality in which the work is to be performed within the boundaries of the District, pursuant to Labor Code § 1770 et seq. Prevailing wage rates are on file with the District and are available to any interested party on request or at www.dir.ca.gov/oprl/statistics_and_databases.html.

Bidders and Bidders' subcontractors shall comply with the registration and qualification requirements pursuant to Labor Code §§ 1725.5 & 1771.1 14. A non-mandatory prebid conference and site visit will be held on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 9:30AM, starting at Wilson ES, 2894 Belle St, San Bernardino, CA 92404 and continue to Urbita ES. All participants are required to sign in at the Main Office.

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Crisp Imaging, 3180 Pullman Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, Phone: (866) 6328329, Public Plan Room: www.crispimg.com F.W. Dodge McGraw-Hill, Inc. Public Plan Room; www.construction.com 4300 Beltway Place Suite 180 Arlington TX 76081 Diana Boyles Dodge document we@mhfl.com Phone: 1-800-393-6343 Fax: 1-877-836-7711 The Blue Book Building & Construction Network Public Plan Room: www.thebluebook.com 800 E. Main St. P.O. Box 500 Jefferson Valley, NY 10535 TJ Downey tdowney@thebluebook.com Phone: (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 In addition, Contract Documents are available for review at the following builders' exchange 16. The District's Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids and/or waive any irregularity in any bid received.

If the District awards the Contract, the security of unsuccessful Bidder(s) shall be returned within sixty (60) days from the time the award is made. Unless otherwise required by law, no Bidder may withdraw its bid for ninety (90) days after the date of the bid opening.

17. The District shall award the Contract, if it awards it at all, to the lowest responsive responsible Bidder based on: The base bid amount only.

IMPORTANT DATES: First Publication Thursday, April 6, 2023 Second Publication Thursday, April 13 2023 Pre-Bid Conference and Job Walk Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 9:30AM RFI Due Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at 4:00PM Addendum Due Friday, April 28th, 2023 Bid Opening Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at 2:00PM Tentative Board Meeting June 6, 2023 NOA Issued (Tentative) June 7, 2023 CNS-3686756# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 4/6, 4/13/23 E-8503

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DONALD EDWARD EBERT CASE NO.: PROSB2300315

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: DONALD EDWARD EBERT A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by BOB RAY EBERT in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that BOB RAY EBERT be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

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

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the

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A HEARING on the petition will be held on 04/17/2023 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept. S-36 located at 247 W. 3rd Street, San Bernardino, CA 92415, Center/Probate Justice Division 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 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 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: ANTONIETTE JAUREGUI, ESQ 1894 COMMERCENTER W. SUITE 108 SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408 909-890-2350 Published El Chicano 3/30,4/6,4/13/23 E-8499

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MARGUERITE M. PERRON, aka MARGUERITE MARY PERRON, aka MARGUERITE PERRON CASE NO.: PROSB2300311

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: MARGUERITE M. PERRON, aka MARGUERITE MARY PERRON, aka MARGUERITE PERRON A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by MARK P. PERRON in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that MARK P. PERRON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

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

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on APR 20 2023 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept. S35 located at 247 West Third Street, San Bernardino, CA 92415, San Bernardino Probate 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 repre-

sentative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

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

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

Attorney for Petitioner: Elisabeth Kempe-Olinger 1200 Nevada Street, Suite 101 Redlands, CA 92374 (909) 824-2777 Published El Chicano 3/23,3/30,4/6/23 E-8492 Petitioner or Attorney: Cecilia R. Aguayo 221748, Law Offices of Cecilia R. Aguayo, 2700 N. Main Street, Suite 990, Santa Ana, CA 92705, Attorney for: Liborio Aguayo Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino, 247 West 3rd Street, San Bernardino, CA 92415, San Bernardino District – Civil Division, PETITION OF: Liborio Aguayo, FOR CHANGE OF NAME AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CIV SB 2223058 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: Liborio Aguayo has filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: Liborio Aguayo to Proposed name: Oliver Aguayo THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 04/24/2023, Time: 8:30 am Dept: S15 The address of the court is: same as noted above (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court’s website. To find your court’s website, go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm.)

A copy of this Order to Show Cause must be published at least once each week for four successive weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: El Chicano Dated: FEB 21 2023 BRIAN S. MCCARVILLE Judge of the Superior Court Published El Chicano 3/23,3/30,4/6,4/13/23 E-8493

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 Thursday, April 20, 2023, for BREAD/TORTILLA PRODUCTS, under Bid No. NSB 2023/24-1.

Bid documents required for bidding may be secured at the above department or online at https://sbcusdnutritionservices.org/?page=BidsandProp osals. Please call 909-8818000 for more information.

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

Publications of this Notice are March 30, and April 6, 2023.

SAN BERNARDINO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT By: Joanna Nord, Admin.

Analyst, Nutrition Services Department CNS-3682271# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 3/30, 4/6/23 E-8497

NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AT PRIVATE SALE CASE NO. PROSB2201246

Superior Court of the State of California for the County of San Bernardino

In the matter of the Estate of JOE FRANK FUNCHES, deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Martin L. Funches, III, Executor of the Estate of Joe Frank Funches, deceased, will sell at private sale, on or after May 8, 2023 at 9:00 a.m., Dept. S36 at the San Bernardino Superior Court, Probate Division, 247 W. Third St., San Bernardino CA 92415, to the highest bidder, and subject to confirmation by said Superior Court, all right, title and interest of said deceased at the time of death and all right, title and interest the estate has additionally acquired, in and to all the certain real property situated in the County of San Bernardino, State of California, described as follows:

APN: 0153-062-13-0000 3456 PARKSIDE DR., SAN BERNARDINO CA 92404 Legally described as: Tract 2370, Lot 4, Block 6 Broadmoor in the Office of the County Recorder of San Bernardino County Address of Court: Superior Court of California Probate Division County of San Bernardino 247 W. Third St. San Bernardino CA 92415

Attorney for Executor: Guy R Bayley 165494 Bayley Law Firm 161 E California Bl., 2nd Fl. Pasadena CA 91105 Phone No.: 626-421-8220 Published El Chicano April 6, 2023 E-8502

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: FREDDIE JAMES PAUL CASE NO.: PROSB2300364

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: FREDDIE JAMES PAUL A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by EDWARD ALLEN HEATH, II in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that EDWARD ALLEN HEATH, II 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 on MAY 01, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.

S36 located at 247 W 3rd Street, San Bernardino, CA 92415, Justice Center/Probate Division 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 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: Antoniette Jauregui 1894 Commercenter Dr W Suite 108 San Bernardino, CA 92408 909-890-2350 Published El Chicano 4/6,4/13,4/20/23 E-8501 NOTICE REQUESTING QUOTES 2023-14

1.

Purpose of the Procurement and Period of Performance.

VVTA is requesting quotes from qualified contractors to provide labor and materials for the Refurbishment of certain areas of Hesperia, CA, and Administration, Maintenance facilities. The resulting contract will be not to exceed 120 days.

2. Obtaining the Request for Quote (RFQ) Document.

RFQuote documents may be obtained from VVTA, in person at 17150 Smoke Tree Street, Hesperia, CA 92345-8305, electronically at www.vvta.org/Procurement or via www.publicpurchase.com.

Documents are also available via email request to cplasting@vvta.org. RFQs requested by courier or via USPS mail shall be packaged and sent only at the Bidders’ expense.

3. Quotes Due Date and Requirements.

Submittal Quotes must be received by the end of business on May 5, 2023

3.1. Quotes will be accepted email at via smartinez@vvta.org, publicpurchase.com, or at the following address: Victor Valley Transit Authority Attn: Sandye Martinez, Procurement Specialist 17150 Smoke Tree Street Hesperia, CA 923458305 (760) 995-3563

It is the Bidder’s sole responsibility to ensure that the Quotes are received by the date and time stated above.

4. Bonds. A Performance Bond and Payment Bond may be required by the awarded contractor after the notice of intent to award.

5. Prevailing Wage. Minimum wage rates for this project have been predetermined by the Secretary of Labor. If there is a difference between the minimum wage rates predetermined by the Secretary of Labor and the prevailing wage rates as determined by the State for similar classifications of labor, the Contractor and his/her subcontractors shall pay not less than the higher wage rate. In accordance with provisions of Section 1773.2 (amended 1977) of the California Labor Code copies of the prevailing rate of per diem wages as determined by the State Director of Industrial Relations and are available at the California Department of Industrial Relations' Internet site at web http://www.dir.ca.gov/oprl/DPr eWageDetermination.htm.

Future effective general prevailing wage rates, which have been predetermined and are on file with the California Department of Industrial Relations are referenced but not printed. Copies of the prevailing wage rates are on file with VVTA and available upon request.

This work falls under the Davis-Bacon Act, as amended (40 U.S.C. 276a to a-7) and that contractor shall supply VVTA with certified payroll documentation. The DavisBacon and Related Acts will apply to contractors and subcontractors performing construction, alteration, or repair with federally funded or assisted contracts $2,000 or more.

Under this Act, contractors shall be required to pay wages specified in a wage determination made by the Secretary of Labor. In addition, contractors shall be required to pay wages not less than once a week. A current copy of the Davis Bacon Wage Determinations is available upon request.

Contractor shall attach a copy of the prevailing wage to bid Quote. The award of contract shall be conditioned upon the acceptance of the wage determination.

If State of California prevailing Wage is higher than Davis Bacon, contractor is required to pay the higher rate.

Published El Chicano April 6, 2023 E-8500

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: Monday, April 17, 2023 to wit: YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 07 HYUND 3H3V532C57T369016 4JH9453 CA 07 HYUND 3H3V532C67T369025 4JH9455 CA 17 WAB 1JJV532D7HL026380 403265Z ME To be sold by: Desert Valley Towing, 5900 Mariposa Road, Oak Hills, San Bernardino County, CA 92344 (10:00 AM) Said sale is for the purpose of satisfying lien of the above signed for towing, storage, labor, materials and lien charges, together with costs of advertising, and expenses of sale.

LienTek Solutions, Inc. P.O. Box 443 Bonita, CA 91908 CNS-3685632# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 4/6/23 E-8504

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Published in Colton Courier C-422 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20230002549 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 03/15/2023 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: AFFIRM HEALING THERAPY, 1902 ORANGE TREE LANE STE 200, REDLANDS, CA 92374 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Mailing address: P. O. BOX 962, LOS ALAMITOS, CA 90720 COLETTE HARLEY, MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPY, INC., 1902 ORANGE TREE LANE STE 200, REDLANDS, CA 92374 Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 5440148 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA This business is conducted by (a/an): CORPORATION Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true 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/ COLETTE HARLEY, PRESIDENT Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/30,4/6,4/13,4/20/23

Published in Colton Courier C-423 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20230002816 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 03/21/2023 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MJ9 AUTO REPAIR, 2069 SAN BERNARDINO AVE APT 2150, COLTON, CA 92324 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO OSCAR MORENO JUAREZ, 2069 SAN BERNARDINO AVE APT 2150, COLTON, CA 92324 This business is conducted by (a/an): INDIVIDUAL Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on MAR 05, 2023 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/ OSCAR MORENO JUAREZ, SOLE PROPRIETOR Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/30,4/6,4/13,4/20/23

Published in Colton Courier C-424 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20230002802 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 03/20/2023 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: RIALTO HISPANIC CA FOURSQUARE CHURCH, IGLESIA EL ALFARERO, 101 N OLIVE AVE., RIALTO, CA 92376 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Mailing address: PO BOX 26902, LOS ANGELES, CA 90026 INTERNATIONAL CHURCH OF THE FOURSQUARE GOSPEL, 1132 GLENDALE BLVD. LOS ANGELES, CA 90026 Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 126840 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA This business is conducted by (a/an): CORPORATION Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on FEB 23, 2023 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/ ADAM DAVIDSON, SECRETARY Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself

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Published in Colton Courier C-425 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20230002533 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 03/15/2023 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DONAHUE CONSULTING, 7523 SUNNY RIDGE LOOP, HIGHLAND, CA 92346 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO # of Employees: 1 MICHAEL P DONAHUE, 7523 SUNNY RIDGE LOOP, HIGHLAND, CA 92346 This business is conducted by (a/an): INDIVIDUAL Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true 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/ MICHAEL P DONAHUE, CEO Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/30,4/6,4/13,4/20/23

Published in Colton Courier C-426 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20230001955 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 03/01/2023 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: QUIET OASIS, 659 E 15TH ST STE F-2, UPLAND, CA 91786 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO YING YANG, 659 E 15TH ST STE F-2, UPLAND, CA 91786 This business is conducted by (a/an): INDIVIDUAL Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on SEP 12, 2017 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/ YING YANG, OWNER Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/30,4/6,4/13,4/20/23

Published in Colton Courier C-417 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20230002417 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 03/13/2023 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: PAK REAL ESTATE, PAK REALTY, PAK HOME REALTY, 9121 HAVEN AVENUE #280, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO MOREL REAL ESTATE SOLUTIONS, INC., 9121 HAVEN AVENUE #280, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 5235704 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA This business is conducted by (a/an): CORPORATION Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true 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/ ANTHONY MOREL, PRESIDENT Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of

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Published in Colton Courier C-418 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20230002638 Statement filed with the County of San Bernardino Clerk 03/16/2023 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MEA TRAINING AND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT, 2170 W WINDHAVEN DR, RIALTO, CA 92377 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO MEA TRAINING & PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT LLC, 506 S SPRING ST #13308, LOS ANGELES, CA 90013 Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 202251412749 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA This business is conducted by (a/an): LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on JUL 01, 2022 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/ MICHAEL ARRINGTON, MANAGING MEMBER Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code).

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Published in Colton Courier C-419 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20230002677 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 03/16/2023 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: AMERICAN LIFESTYLE PROPERTIES, 11495 PAGOSI RD, APPLE VALLEY, CA 92308 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Mailing address: PO BOX 1446, APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307 # of Employees: 0 AMERICAN LIFESTYLE PROPERTIES, 11495 PAGOSI RD, APPLE VALLEY, CA 92308 Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 5115657 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA This business is conducted by (a/an): CORPORATION Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true 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/ MADISON K. JONES, PRESIDENT Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code).

Published 3/23,3/30,4/6,4/13/23

Published in Colton Courier C-420 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20230002593 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 03/15/2023 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: VERIZON WIRELESS, 1118 E 19TH STREET SUITE 221, UPLAND, CA 91784 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO AIRTOUCH CELLULAR INC., 15505 SAND CANYON AVENUE, IRVINE, CA 92618 Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 1147184 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA This business is conducted by (a/an): LIMITED PARTNERSHIP Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true 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/ KAREN M. SHIPMAN, GENERAL PARTNER Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence

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

Published 3/23,3/30,4/6,4/13/23

Published in Colton Courier C-421 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20230002810 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 03/21/2023 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: YELLOH, 22379 EYOTA ROAD, APPLE VALLEY, CA 92308 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Mailing address: 1500 NORTH HIGHWAY 59, MARSHALL, MN 56258 CYGNUS HOME SERVICE, LLC, 1500 NORTH HIGHWAY 59, MARSHALL, MN, 56258 Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 201906710562 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: MN This business is conducted by (a/an): LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on JAN 01, 2023 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/ JARED KEMPER, SECRETARY Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code).

Published 3/23,3/30,4/6,4/13/23

Published in Colton Courier C-412 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20230001868 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 02/27/2023 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CARNITAS DON PORFIRIO, 2505 FOOTHILL BLVD SPC 108, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92410 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO # of Employees: 1 PORFIRIO BLANCO, 2505 FOOTHILL BLVD SPC 108, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92410 This business is conducted by (a/an): INDIVIDUAL Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on FEB 27, 2023 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/ PORFIRIO BLANCO Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/16,3/23,3/30,4/6/23

Published in Colton Courier C-413 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20230001960 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 03/01/2023 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: AEON FITNESS AND EXERCISE EQUIPMENT, 4487 SAWGRESS COURT, CHINO HILLS, CA 91709 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO LILI CHENG, 4487 SAWGRESS COURT, CHINO HILLS, CA 91709 This business is conducted by (a/an): INDIVIDUAL Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 02/23/2018 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/ LILI CHENG, OWNER Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a

fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/16,3/23,3/30,4/6/23

Published in Colton Courier C-414 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20230001972 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 03/01/2023 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: UNTANGLING OUR RELATIONSHIPS THERAPY, 34218 FOREST OAKS DR, YUCAIPA, CA 92399 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO CAFFERKY FAMILY THERAPY INC, 34218 FOREST OAKS DR, YUCAIPA, CA 92399 Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 5413288 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CALIFORNIA This business is conducted by (a/an): CORPORATION Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true 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/ BRYAN CAFFERKY, PRESIDENT Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/16,3/23,3/30,4/6/23

Published in Colton Courier C-415 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20230001975 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 03/01/2023 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ALBERT RAMIREZ BAIL BONDS, 1230 M STREET, FRESNO, CA 93721 County of Principal Place of Business: FRESNO PATRICIA A. RAMIREZ, 217 E. BROWN, FRESNO, CA 93704 This business is conducted by (a/an): INDIVIDUAL Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on FEB 23, 1999 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/ PATRICIA ANN RAMIREZ, OWNER Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/16,3/23,3/30,4/6/23

Published in Colton Courier C-444 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20230003098 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 03/28/2023 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: WELBEHEALTH, 1819 WESTERN AVENUE N, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92411 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO WELBEHEALTH SAN BERNARDINO PACE, LLC, 1819 WESTERN AVENUE N, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92411 Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 202251219909 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: DE This business is conducted by (a/an): LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true 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/ MATT PATTERSON, PRESIDENT Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 4/6,4/13,4/20,4/27/23

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: LOUIE C. ROMO, aka LOUIE CORTEZ ROMO, aka LOUIE ROMO CASE NO.: PROSB2300312

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

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the under the estate 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 on APR 20 2023 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept. S35

located at 247 West Third Street, San Bernardino, CA 92415, San Bernardino Probate 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 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 attorknowledgeable in ney 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: Elisabeth Kempe-Olinger 1200 Nevada Street, Suite 101 Redlands, CA 92374 (909) 824-2777 Published Colton Courier 3/23,3/30,4/6/23 C-416

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San Bernardino County's $72.7 Million Homelessness Initiative: A Waste of Taxpayer Money or Crucial Step in Addressing the on-going Crisis? county in 2022. This represents a 14% increase from the previous year, with the pandemic exacerbating the problem.

“Addressing the root causes of homelessness is the most effective means of reducing the numbers of people experiencing homelessness and providing a path forward for the individuals and the community at large,” said Fourth District Supervisor Curt Hagman.

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an Bernardino County is taking a major step towards reducing homelessness in the region, with the Board of Supervisors approving a spending plan that will leverage $72.7 million in federal, state, and county resources to support the county’s 2022 Homeless Strategic Action Plan. The plan includes six strategic initiatives aimed at addressing the root causes of homelessness and increasing the supply of housing opportunities for at-risk populations.

The Pacific Village Phase II expansion is one of the key initiatives, with $29.7 million

allocated towards providing semi-private or private housing to individuals who require high levels of social and behavioral health support needed to accept and maintain housing. The Kern Street Adult Residential Facility expansion will convert an existing adult residential facility to a 30-bed facility that provides rooms, meals, supervision, distribution of medicine, and personal care assistance to individuals with chronic behavioral health issues.

Project the Additionally, Roomkey Continuance initiative will provide temporary housing support for 80 to 90 beds, while the Social Work Action Group (SWAG) will receive $3.4 mil-

lion to perform street outreach, engagement, housing navigation, and case management services to homeless individuals and families.

The County Housing Development Grant initiative will see staff explore the development of a $20 million grant program that can be offered to third parties to support homeless housing projects with a focus on constructing new units that provide additional housing beds. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) HOME-ARP Program has also allocated the county $12.7 million to assist with addressing the region’s housing needs and provision of homeless services.

“This will begin the necessary steps to increase much-needed capacity for the unsheltered population while providing the necessary services,” said Fifth District Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr. “We look forward to our continued efforts on working with the community to meet the chal- “San Bernardino County is leadlenges of homelessness.” ing the way in addressing homelessness from a regional San Bernardino County has approach,” said Second District been hit particularly hard by Supervisor Jesse Armendarez. homelessness, with data showing “Today’s investment will create that more than 2,000 individuals experienced homelessness in the opportunities from housing and wrap-around services throughout

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“We applaud the Board of Supervisors for their continued commitment to addressing homelessness in San Bernardino County,” said David Gillanders, CEO of Step Up on Second.

“The initiatives approved will not only provide housing for the most vulnerable, but will also give them the support they need to rebuild their lives and become productive members of society.”

The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors has taken a bold step in addressing homelessness in the region, leveraging $72.7 million in federal, state, and county resources towards six strategic initiatives aimed at reducing homelessness and increasing the supply of housing opportunities for at-risk populations. With more than 2,000 individuals experiencing homelessness in the county in 2022, the funding is a muchneeded boost in the ongoing efforts to address the crisis.

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