*El Chicano 09/05/24

EL CHICANo Weekly

Vol 61, NO. 39

September 05, 2024

Ono Hawaiian BBQ Breaks Ground in San Bernardino with One of Its First Ever Drive-Throughs, Opening March 2025

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PHOTO REALICORE

(Left to right) Realicore Co-founders Howard Friedman and David Friedman, Eric Pan, Nick Gao, and Councilman Damon Alexander on August 29th, 2024.

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no Hawaiian BBQ broke ground on its newest location in San Bernardino’s 5th Street Gateway on August 29, 2024, marking the chain’s third drive-through location ever. While representatives from the mayor’s office, investors, and construction partners attend-

San Bernardino County Museum Unveils Registrar of Voters’ Voter Education Exhibit

ed, Councilman Theodore Sanchez, who represents Ward 1 where the project is located, did not show up despite confirming his attendance.

David Friedman, co-owner and CEO of Realicore Real Estate Group (the developer carrying out a build to suit), expressed both optimism and disappointment during the event. “I’m thrilled to see this project

moving forward and grateful for the support from our community leaders like Councilman Damon Alexander. However, it’s unfortunate that Councilman Sanchez was unable to attend. We had hoped to see him support this significant development in his own ward.”

RBC Construction Inc., the contractor for Groundbreaking cont. on next pg.

City Council Approves South Colton Mural to Honor City’s Heritage and Deter Tagging, Nickelodeon Pizza Omitted

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PHOTO ARTIST’S RENDERING

The South Colton mural rendering by Moreno Valley resident and Colton raised artist Antonio Martinez has been revised to omit the inclusion of Nickelodeon Pizza as recommended by its owner Gary Grossich.

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he Colton City Council has unanimously approved the "South Colton" mural at 165 E. O Street, a project that aims to celebrate the community's rich cultural heritage while addressing a persistent issue of vandalism.

The wall, which has been tagged six times in 2024 alone, will soon feature a vibrant mural designed to honor legacy businesses

and local icons. The approval follows intense discussions about which businesses should be represented, particularly the inclusion of Nickelodeon Pizza.

The mural, proposed by Eugene Valdez, will be painted on an existing six-foot block wall and includes symbols such as the Colton High School logo, boxing gloves, and Veterans Park Eagle. Initially, the mural also featured a tribute to Nickelodeon Pizza, a long-standing Colton business. However, this sparked debate

during the July 23, 2024, Planning Commission meeting.

Planning Commission Vice Chair Gary Grossich recommended replacing the Nickelodeon Pizza logo with one from a business more representative of South Colton. "I appreciate the thought behind including Nickelodeon Pizza, but we should focus on businesses that are truly a part of South Colton," Grossich stated.

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Groundbreaking the project, has already begun work on the foundation and utility installations. The 2,400-square-foot building will feature a mid-century modern design, similar to Starbucks and 7Eleven, without overt Hawaiian-themed elements. PDB Collaborative, the project management firm, is overseeing the architectural engineering, led by Danielle Foley.

Friedman emphasized the economic benefits of the new location, noting that it will not only create jobs but also contribute to the area’s economic recovery. “This project is not just about building a new restaurant; it’s about creating opportunities for local residents. The construction alone is providing good temporary income for the area, and once operational, the restaurant will offer employment for up to 25 residents in the area.”

The new Ono Hawaiian BBQ, located at 539 N H Street, is part of a Colton Mural Valdez, responsive to community feedback, expressed his willingness to make adjustments. "Art is subjective, and this process could go on indefinitely, but I'm committed to ensuring this mural reflects the heart of South Colton," Valdez said.

The proposal has garnered widespread community support, as seen in the positive responses to a Facebook post sharing the mural’s details. O Street resident Veronica Castro Gonzalez voiced her support but also recommended an alternative. "I love the idea of this mural. If Nickelodeon Pizza is to be replaced, I'd suggest Toby’s Market. It's been on O Street as long as I can remember," Gonzalez said. She also emphasized the importance of involving local artists to prevent potential vandalism. "If you don't include the neighborhood, the mural is probably going to get tagged on," she added.

Antonio Martinez, a seasoned Moreno Valley muralist likely to be commissioned for the project, emphasized the positive impact murals can have on a community. "Murals not only beautify neighborhoods but also increase property values and create opportunities for more grants. I've seen firsthand how they can uplift a community, particularly in Riverside," Martinez said.

broader redevelopment of the 5th Street Gateway, which will also include a Chipotle, Sonic, and Quick Quack Car Wash.

Reflecting on the decision to bring Ono Hawaiian BBQ to San Bernardino, Friedman praised the company’s focus on drive-through expansion. “We considered other options, including Shake Shack, but Ono Hawaiian BBQ was the right fit.

They’ve been great to work with, and their commitment to San Bernardino as part of their drive-through expansion strategy is commendable.”

Civil Rights Icon Dr. Joyce Ladner Visits Rialto Resident, Sharing Past Lessons and Advocating for Education

By Manny Sandoval

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living legend recently visited Rialto, leaving a lasting impact through her wisdom and experiences. Dr. Joyce Ladner, President Emeritus of Howard University and a distinguished member of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), delivered a powerful message during a community event hosted by Dakira Williams.

Friedman, a fan of Ono’s menu, shared his personal favorite, “I always The gathering focused on promoting litergo for the mac salad and the Chicken acy through oral history and primary source artifacts. “I wanted to share with parents, Katsu.” community members, and students, includConstruction of the new Ono Hawai- ing my two young girls, the importance of ian BBQ is expected to be completed inclusion and history as it pertains to us,” by the end of the first quarter of next Williams said. year, contributing to the ongoing reviThe event drew a diverse crowd eager to talization of San Bernardino. engage with history in a meaningful way.

The highlight was Dr. Ladner’s lecture, where she shared her personal experiences as a young advocate during the 1963 March The mural's location at 165 E. O on Washington. Her firsthand account ofStreet has been a frequent target for fered attendees an intimate glimpse into graffiti, with six incidents reported one of the most pivotal moments in the this year. Valdez noted the community’s eagerness for the mural as a de- Civil Rights Movement, as depicted in the recent film “Rustin.” terrent. "The last time the wall was tagged, locals came out and sprayed The film, which premiered at the Telluride over it because they know a mural is Film Festival on August 31, 2023, and later coming," he explained.

During the City Council meeting, Mayor Pro Tem John Valdivia raised questions about the mural’s depiction of the "100 Block" of O Street. He asked Valdez whether the inclusion of the "100 block" would make the mural too crowded or if it was necessary to include it at all. Valdez explained, "The reason why it's '100 Block' in the mural is that from La Cadena Drive and O Street to the house on 9th Street, I own all the property there. Instead of including all of those addresses, it’s simplified by using '100 Block.'”

Valdivia also suggested placing lighting on the wall at night to deter further vandalism, an idea that aligns with the community’s goal of maintaining the mural’s integrity once it’s completed.

With the City Council's approval, the "South Colton" mural is set to become a prominent feature in the community, transforming a frequently vandalized wall into a symbol of local pride and resilience.

screened at the Toronto International Film Festival, tells the true story of Bayard Rustin, a key organizer of the March on Washington and a close collaborator with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Ladner’s involvement in this historic event, as portrayed in the film, added a rich layer of context and authenticity to her lecture.

In addition to Dr. Ladner’s compelling presentation, the event featured a mini workshop facilitated by Hardy Brown II, Executive Director of Footsteps to Freedom. Brown’s workshop provided attendees with hands-on experience using primary source artifacts and documents from the Civil Rights era, further deepening their understanding of the historical context surrounding the March on Washington.

An active parent who attended the event with their children expressed gratitude for the opportunity, saying, “This experience with Dr. Ladner and Mr. Hardy Brown was an eye-opener. We were so excited to meet this living legend and to be able to learn about her message of respecting, understanding, and working with all people to make a positive difference through education and advocacy. Thank you, Dakira Williams, for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity with Dr. Ladner.”

San Bernardino’s Feldheym Library to Hold Fall Book Sale September 7 and 14 All sales are cash only and denominations of $20 or less will be accepted.

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he City of San Bernardino’s Norman F. Feldheym Library will be holding its popular Fall Book Sale on Saturday, September 7 and Saturday, September 14 from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm.

The sale is organized by the Friends of the San Bernardino Public Library (SBPL) and proceeds from the event enable the Friends of SBPL to sponsor programs at all four City Libraries, including the successful Summer Reading Program.

Books, magazines, and other reading material, as well as DVDs, music and more will be available for purchase. On Saturday, September 14, the sale will feature a special “fill the bag” promotion where patrons can fill a bag with books for only $3.

The Feldheym Central Library is located 555 West Sixth Street in San Bernardino.

The Book Sale room is on the south side of the Library, with a separate entrance from the main library.

For those unable to attend, a great selection of books and music are available for purchase as part of the on-going book sale at Feldheym Library, located on the main floor next to the Circulation Department.

New items are refreshed weekly.

Donations of books and magazines, DVDs and music in good condition for future sales are accepted at Feldheym, Villasenor, and Rowe Libraries during normal hours.

Monetary donations are also accepted. Inghram Library is temporarily closed.

San Bernardino Library normal hours are: Monday & Tuesday: Noon to 8 p.m.

Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

To be notified of future book sales, email sbplfriends@gmail.com or follow the Friends of SBPL on Facebook.

Assemblymember Eloise Reyes’ Statement on the Passage of AB 98 Warehouse Standards and Community Protections Community News

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ssemblymember Eloise Gómez Reyes released the following statement: “Yesterday the California State Assembly and Senate both approved AB 98, providing common sense standards and guardrails for new warehouses being built in

California. This is an issue that is felt acutely in the Inland Empire where we are home to well over 1 billion square feet of warehousing, over 4,000 warehouses and approximately 600,000 truck trips a day. This effort is a product of the Warehouse Working Group established earlier this year by Speaker Robert Rivas. It includes 21st Century Building and Design Standards,

mandatory truck routes, two for one replacement of demolished housing and 12 month rent payment to displaced renters, and significant property line buffers for new warehouses.

I want to be abundantly clear, I do not believe the sensitive receptor setbacks in this bill go far enough to protect our most vulnerable communities.”

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Op-Ed

Public Safety

Turning Waste into Power—How East Valley Water District’s Co-Digestion System is Leading Environmental Innovation

Two Arrested and Eleven Drivers Cited at DUI Checkpoint

By David E. Smith, EVWD Governing Board Member

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enate Bill1383 (SB 1383), was signed into law in September 2016. SB 1383 is California's strategy to reduce methane and other short-lived climate pollutants (SLCPs).

Reducing organic waste disposal by 75% by 2025 was the impetus behind staff’s recommendation that the Digesters be added to the Sterling Natural Resource Center project. The Board of Directors voted unanimously to add the technology in March of 2019.

The SNRC has set out to “Make Every Source a Resource.” State-of-the-art “digester technology” converts up to 130,000 gallons of imported organic waste streams per day into 3 megawatts of renewable energy to power the facility. This results in a savings of $300,000 a month ordinarily paid to Edison.

East Valley Water District is all about maximizing resources. State-of-the-art co-digestion technology gives food waste a new purpose and maximizes this resource to create renewable electricity. The renewable electricity created will offset the SNRC operating costs. Extra energy that is created is transferred onto the grid. The material left over from the process is used to produce fertilizer.

Co-digestion technology at the SNRC helps offset emissions of 21 million pounds of carbon dioxide associated with non-renewable fuel power generation annually. By taking bold action on projects like these, we are securing our district’s environmental and financial future.

I am committed to continuing this work and ensuring that East Valley Water District remains a leader in both environmental innovation and fiscal responsibility.

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DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on reported incidents of impaired driving-related crashes. The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints is to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off roads.

n August 30th, 2024, from 7 p.m. to 3 a.m., the Colton Police Department held a DUI checkpoint in the 1700 block of S. La Cadena Drive.

Eleven drivers were cited for operating a vehicle unlicensed or with a suspended/revoked license.

Two individuals were arrested for outstanding felony arrest warrants. In total, 744 vehicles passed through the checkpoint; wherein 232 of those vehicles were screened for objective signs and symptoms of intoxication or driving while sus-

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easures to grant tribal law enforcement peace officer status in a pilot program and ensure that occurrences of domestic violence on tribal lands are reported to the California Department of Justice will head to the governor after the Assembly approved amendments made in the Senate. Both measures are aimed at tackling the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) crisis in California which ranks fifth in the nation for unresolved such cases.

“A disproportionate number of Native Americans, particularly women and girls, have suffered from some form of violence.

A 2016 report from the National Institute of Justice 2016 report found that 84% of American Indian/Alaska Native women experience violence in their lifetimes and 41% had been physically injured from physical violence by intimate partners, stalking and sexual violence. Our law enforcement agencies at all levels need more resources.

Peace Officer Status for Tribal Police: AB 2138

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Funding for this checkpoint was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Two Ramos Bills to Confront Missing and Murdered Indigenous Crisis Headed to Governor’s Desk

Assemblymember James C. Ramos (DSan Bernardino) authored AB 2138, the peace officer proposal, and AB 2695, the data reporting bill. Ramos, the first and only California Native American elected to the Legislature, has previously authored legislation dealing with the crisis and conducted hearings and other events to raise awareness and ensure Native American inclusion in discussions about the issue.

David E. Smith at the Sterling Natural Resource Center on August 30, 2024.

There will be additional DUI checkpoints in the future at undisclosed locations.

AB 2138, would bill create a pilot program with three tribes in the state Department of Justice (DOJ). Peace officer status would grant tribal officers the authority of a California peace officer on Indian land and elsewhere in the state under certain circumstances. They could enforce state law on tribal lands and arrest non-tribal citizens on tribal lands. AB 2138 would require the tribal law enforcement participants to obtain Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training certification, and the tribe would be required to meet transparency and liability-specified requirements. The pilot operation would run from July 1, 2025 to July 1, 2028.

Ramos said, “This bill will improve law enforcement response times on reservations, often located in rural communities, and provide another partner during emergencies for neighboring communities.”

Safety on reservations was greatly diminished in 1953 with federal passage of Public Law 280 (PL 280) that transferred responsibility for law enforcement and criminal justice on tribal lands to six states, including California. The law resulted in fewer re-

sources for public safety and created jurisdictional confusion among federal, state and local law enforcement and less safety overall on reservations. Tribal police jurisdiction was also limited under PL 280.

Because of PL 280, tribal police lack peace cannot arrest non-Native persons committing crimes on native lands and have less funding and fewer infrastructure resources.

Yurok Tribe Chairman Joe James stated, “The tribal police pilot project represents real progress in the effort to resolve longstanding inequities created by PL 280, which prevents tribal police from putting an end to the disproportionate rates of violence committed against Indigenous women and people. On behalf of the Yurok people, I would like to thank Assemblymember Ramos for championing the much-needed legislation. We equally appreciate the California legislature’s support for this tribally led solution to one of the most pressing issues in tribal communities across the state.”

“Achieving state peace officer status for our qualified tribal officers has been an ongoing effort dating back to the early 1990s.

The passage of AB 2138 will represent a significant step toward realizing this goal which is ultimately about creating safer tribal communities,” said California Indian Legal Services Executive Director Heather Hostler. The organization, Yurok tribe, and Attorney General Rob Bonta are co-sponsors.

Supporters include Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake, Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians, Tejon Indian Tribe, Tule River Tribe, Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation, Strong Hearted Native Women’s Coalition, Initiate Justice, and other Native American advocacy organizations.

DOJ Data Collection: AB 2695 AB 2695 would require the DOJ to disaggregate data reported to the federal National Incident-Based Reporting system to note whether incidents occurred in Indian country, including domestic violence incident reports.

“Inaccurate and incomplete data hinders effective strategies and responses to how California deals with the MMIP crisis,” Ramos said. “AB 2695 bill will help provide more accurate data about where violence is occurring on Indian lands and who is involved in these crimes. It would also provide law enforcement, tribes, and others information about the extent of the crisis, flash points and trends – all critical information that California needs to effectively combat this crisis.

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County News San Bernardino County Museum Unveils Registrar of Voters’ Voter Education Exhibit

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Museum visitors learning about the history of SBC's voting and garnering election information.

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he San Bernardino County Museum, in collaboration with the Registrar of Voters, unveiled a new pop-up voter education exhibit. The temporary exhibit will help educate San Bernardino County residents and visitors about the county’s rich civic history and remind people of the role they all play in a vibrant, responsive and resilient democracy.

The Registrar of Voters’ exhibit will be featured in the main lobby entrance throughout the fall, offering visitors a fun, accessible experience into the electoral process ahead of the Nov. 5 General Election.

"This museum exhibit is a testament to our ongoing commitment to voter education and community outreach," said

Stephenie Shea, San Bernardino County Registrar of Voters. "We are thrilled to partner with the San Bernardino County Museum to bring this exhibit to life, offering a tangible connection to the County’s voting heritage and encouraging civic participation through registering to vote or becoming an election worker."

Visitors to the museum will see a part of San Bernardino’s election history, including historical artifacts that showcase the evolution of voting in San Bernardino County over the last few decades. These include a Pollstar Punch Card System from the 1990s and a Datavote Ballot Punch from the 1980s, along with demonstration ballots. These are the last types of punch-card voting systems used in American elections, which have been replaced by newer paper-based systems.

Also on display is the Registrar of Voters’ ceremonial Golden Ballot, represent-

ing the significance of each ballot cast in an election. It is the centerpiece of the BallotMobile: Traveling Voter Education campaign, a first-of-its-kind initiative to reach all areas of the county with resources to help people register to vote and make informed decisions in the democratic process. Informational banners and a selfie-worthy backdrop complete the BallotMobile portion of the exhibit.

"Voting is such a vital aspect of this nation’s democracy and the history of our County," said San Bernardino County Museum Director David Myers. "We are thrilled to highlight how voting has evolved over the last few decades as well as the more recent efforts of the Registrar of Voters to inform our visitors and County residents through the BallotMobile. We are privileged to participate in the Registrar of Voters’ countywide voter-education campaign."

For County visitors, voter registration forms and poll worker applications are conveniently available. The exhibit at the San Bernardino County Museum is located at 2024 Orange Tree Lane, at the California Street exit from Interstate 10 in Redlands. The museum is open Tuesdays through Sundays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. General admission is $10 (adult), $8 (military or senior), $7 (student), and $5 (child ages 6 to 12). Children five and under are admitted free. Museum Association members receive a 50% discount.

Parking is free and the museum is accessible to persons with disabilities. For more information, visit museum.sbcounty.gov or follow us on Facebook or Instagram.

For more information about the San Bernardino County Registrar of Voters, visit Elections.SBCounty.gov.

County Issues Heat Advisory, High Heat Temperatures Expected Community News

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an Bernardino County Health Officer Dr. Michael Sequeira issued a heat advisory today as extreme heat is expected to continue through the week. Dr. Sequeira is urging the public to take necessary precautions during heat waves.

“The summer heat can be dangerous, and everyone should take the right steps to stay safe. Heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke can be very serious, especially for those who are more vulnerable,” Sequeira said. “By keeping cool, drinking plenty of water, and staying informed, we can protect ourselves and those we care about from extreme heat. Being aware of summer heat isn't just about staying comfortable; it's about ensuring public health and safety.”

Residents are encouraged to learn the warning signs and symptoms of heat-related illness and are advised to take the necessary precautions to prevent serious health effects such as heat exhaustion or heat stroke by following the tips below.

Stay Cool ▪ Stay in air-conditioned buildings.

▪ Find an air-conditioned cool location open to the public by visiting San Bernardino County Cool Places

to Go or by dialing the United Way’s toll-free resource telephone line at 2-1-1. Seniors can also take advantage of the Senior Information and Assistance Hotline at 1 (800) 510-2020.

▪ Do not rely on a fan as a primary cooling device.

▪ Limit outdoor activity, especially midday when it is the hottest part of the day. Avoid direct sunlight and stay in shaded areas when possible.

▪ Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing.

▪ Take cool showers or baths to lower body temperature.

▪ Check on at-risk friends, family, and neighbors at least twice a day.

▪ Never leave infants or children, or pets in a parked car, even if the windows are open.

Stay Hydrated ▪ Drink water more than usual and don’t wait until thirst sets in.

▪ Drink from two to four cups of water every hour while working outdoors.

▪ Avoid liquids containing high amounts of sugar, caffeine, and alcohol.

▪ Make sure family, friends and neighbors are drinking enough water.

For Pets Pets are vulnerable to high temperatures too but are un-

able to vocalize their distress. Some signs of heat distress in pets can include heavy panting, difficulty breathing, lethargy, excessive thirst, and vomiting. Help prevent a heat emergency by taking these steps.

▪ Provide extra water to your pets.

▪ Bring pets inside during periods of extreme heat.

▪ Ensure pets have plenty of shade if kept outside.

Remember, the shade pets have in the morning will either change or diminish as the sun moves throughout the day and may not protect them.

Don’t force animals to exercise when it is hot and humid. Take your pets for a walk early in the morning or late in the evening when temperatures are cooler.

Do not let pets stand on sidewalks or hot asphalt to avoid burning their paws.

Never leave pets in a parked vehicle. Even in the shade with windows cracked, temperatures can reach over 120 degrees inside.

Stay informed Before, during, and after emergencies, San Bernardino County departments and partner agencies work together to improve emergency management and protect lives.

Stay informed about disasters and emergencies by visiting the County’s Preparedness Starts Here website at prepare.sbcounty.gov.

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Arts Groundwork Arts Unveils Students’ SIGNS OF COURAGE Public Art Installation Community News

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roundwork Arts proudly announces the unveiling of Signs of Courage, a unique public art installation created by former sixth-graders (now seventh graders) from the Morongo Unified School District in collaboration with Groundwork Arts teaching artists.

On Saturday, September 7th, Signs of Courage will debut at the 29 Palms Freedom Plaza Community Center during the Farmer’s Market from 8 am to 1 pm.

This special public art installation features thirty-eight professionally produced street signs, each displaying inspiring and heartfelt messages created by students.

These amazing signs are the culmination of a year-long art initiative that encouraged students to use art as a vehicle to address their challenges, express their truths, and share their optimism.

Groundwork Arts teaching artists guided students through lessons on messaging, graphic imagery, typeface, color, and shape. The sixth-graders then applied these lessons and transformed their ideas into important visual statements to create 509 unique hand-painted signs with messages of resilience and support.

▪ "We Are All People" ▪ "You’re Enough"

▪ "Take up Space" ▪ "Let Your Heart Bloom" ▪ "Speak Out: Voice Your Opinion"

Date: September 7, 2024

Thirty-eight of these signs were chosen by peers, teachers, and Groundwork Arts staff to be printed as largescale art signs. Rhonda Lane Coleman, Director of Groundwork Arts, shared her excitement about the project, "These signs are more than just art—they are a testament to the courage and wisdom of our youth. In a world that sometimes feels topsy-turvy, with many additional pressures on our youth, these young voices remind us that hope and resilience are within reach. This public art project, initially aimed at encouraging our students, has resulted in a powerful installation that uplifts our entire community. No matter your age, race, gender, education, political affiliation, or background, these messages speak to the core of what it means to be human. We are incredibly proud of our students and grateful for our partnership with Morongo Unified School District and for the support of the City of 29 Palms."

This project was made possible by Groundwork Arts and is supported in part by the California Arts Council, a state agency. Learn more at www.arts.ca.gov.

Event Highlights: Location: Community Center, Freedom Plaza, 6547 Freedom Way, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277

Awards Ceremony: 11 AM Celebrate our students at a special awards ceremony recognizing their creativity and bravery.

Film Screening 11 am - 12 pm (during the awards ceremony) Watch a short 6-minute film that chronicles the yearlong journey of our MUSD students and Groundwork Arts artists, from initial lessons to the final creation of these amazing signs.

Public Art Installation Unveiling 8 am - 1 pm Be among the first to experience these powerful messages at the 29 Palms Farmer’s Market.

Extended Public Art Installation September 7th - 30th Throughout September, the signs will remain on display at Freedom Plaza Square, off Hwy 62.

For more information about the Signs of Courage project and other Groundwork Arts initiatives, please visit www.groundworkarts.com.

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MICHAEL ANGELO GONZALES CASE NO.: PROVA2400685

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: MICHAEL ANGELO GONZALES A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by TIMOTHY ZEARL BURTON, ROSIE BLANCO BURTON in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that TIMOTHY ZEARL BURTON, ROSIE BLANCO BURTON 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 September 9, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept. F3 located at 17780 ARROW BLVD, FONTANA, CA 92335, Fontana District - 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 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 DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the Court Clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Scott J. Sheldon 10788 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 (909) 660-3062 Published El Chicano 8/22,29,9/5/24 E-791

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DELLA B STULL CASE NO.: PROVA2400596

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: DELLA B STULL A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by JANET LYNN WALSWICK in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that JANET LYNN WALSWICK 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 I n d e p e n d e n t 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 au¬thority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on 09/18/2024 at 9:00 AM in Dept. F3 lo¬cated at 17780 ARROW BOULEVARD, FONTANA, CA 92335, FONTANA DISTRICT 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 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.

Petitioner: JANET LYNN WALSWICK 14309 Hillcrest Dr Fontana, CA 92337 Published El Chicano 8/29,9/5,9/12/24 E-798

• EL CHICANO LEGAL ADVERTISING • Fax (909) 384-0406 AVISO DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA Y REVISIÓN PARA EL AYUNTAMIENTO DE LA CIUDAD DE FONTANA Borrador de la Enmienda al Plan de Cinco Años de PLHA de 2019-2023 POR MEDIO DE LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que el Ayuntamiento de la Ciudad de Fontana (Ciudad) ha preparado el borrador de la enmienda al Plan de Cinco Años de la Asignación Local para Viviendas Permanentes (PLHA, por sus siglas en inglés) de la Ciudad. La ciudad de Fontana recibe una asignación anual del Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Comunitario de California de conformidad con la Ley del Senado 2 (SB2, por sus siglas en inglés) para proyectos y programas relacionados con la vivienda que abordan las necesidades de vivienda no satisfechas dentro de la comunidad.

La enmienda propuesta elimina una actividad destinada a asistir a los propietarios de viviendas, así como una parte de los fondos que anteriormente estaban previstos destinar a la actividad de divulgación en la calle del Centro de Navegación, y los reasigna para el desarrollo, adquisición y/o rehabilitación de viviendas de alquiler asequibles.

La financiación se asigna anualmente y, por lo tanto, las asignaciones para el plan de cinco años se determinan mediante un porcentaje de la asignación anual. La asignación revisada para el plan de cinco años de PLHA es: -Adquisición/ Rehabilitación (50% para 2019, 70% para 2020; 60% para 2021, 80% para 2022, y 10% para 2023) -Asistencia a las personas sin hogar (50% para 2019, 30% para 2020, 40% para 2021, 20% para 2022, y 90% para 2023) En cumplimiento con los requisitos del programa de PLHA, la enmienda está disponible para comentarios públicos durante un periodo de catorce días desde el 6 de septiembre de 2024 hasta el 24 de septiembre de 2024.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que la enmienda se presentará al Ayuntamiento para su comentario público y aprobación el 24 de septiembre de 2024.

FECHA: 24 de septiembre de 2024 HORA 2:00 p.m.

LUGAR: Ayuntamiento de la Ciudad 8353 Sierra Avenue Fontana, CA 92335 esta reunión, el En Ayuntamiento recibirá comentarios públicos sobre el borrador de la enmienda al Plan de Cinco Años de PLHA que se presentará al Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Comunitario de California. reuniones del Las Ayuntamiento se retransmiten por televisión en KFON Canal 3 o en vivo en live.fontana.org.

COMENTARIOS DEL PÚBLICO Copias del borrador de la enmienda al Plan de Cinco Años de PLHA estarán disponibles para revisión pública en los siguientes lugares: Sitio web de la ciudad https://www.fontana.org/622/F ederal-Grant-Programs Se invita al público a presentar comentarios por escrito sobre el documento. Todos los comentarios relativos al borrador del documento deberán presentarse al Ayuntamiento de la Ciudad de Fontana, Departamento de Vivienda no más tarde de las 4:00 pm 24 de septiembre de 2024.

Preguntas y comentarios por escrito sobre el documento pueden ser dirigidas a la Sra. Mary Aguilar, Especialista de Proyectos, Departamento de Vivienda en 8353 Sierra Avenue, Fontana, CA 92335.

También puede llamar al (909) 350-6606 o enviar un correo electrónico a housing@fontanaca.gov con cualquier pregunta o comentario sobre la enmienda al Plan de Cinco Años de PLHA. ACCESIBILIDAD A REUNIONES Y DOCUMENTOS Es la intención del Ayuntamiento cumplir con la Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973, según enmendada, la Ley de Americanos con Discapacidades (ADA) de 1990 y la Ley de Enmienda ADA de 2008, la Ley de Vivienda Justa, la Ley de Barreras Arquitectónicas, y el

Plan de Dominio Limitado del Inglés (LEP) adoptado por el Ayuntamiento de la ciudad en todos los aspectos. Si necesita documentos públicos en un accesible, el formato Ayuntamiento hará todos los esfuerzos razonables para satisfacer su solicitud. Si, como participante en esta reunión, necesita asistencia especial más allá de lo que normalmente se proporciona, incluyendo ayudas o servicios auxiliares, la Ciudad tratará de acomodarlo de todas las maneras razonables. Por favor, póngase en contacto con Mary Aguilar en el (909) 350-6606 al menos 48 horas antes de la reunión para informarnos de sus necesidades y determinar si la adaptación es factible.

La Ciudad no discrimina ni discriminará por motivos de raza, color, religión (credo), género, expresión de género, edad, origen nacional (ascendencia), discapacidad, estado civil, orientación sexual, condición militar u otra condición de clase protegida en ninguna de sus actividades u operaciones.

Germaine McClellan Key Secretario municipal Publicado: 5 de septiembre de 2024 CNS-3845897# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 9/5/24 E-806

AVISO PÚBLICO CIUDAD DE FONTANA REUNIÓN COMUNITARIA/AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA SOBRE EL PLAN CONSOLIDADO & ENCUESTA SOBRE PRIORIDADES DE SUBVENCIÓN Descripción del programa: Cada año la Ciudad de Fontana (Ciudad) recibe fondos del Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano de los Estados Unidos (HUD, por sus siglas en inglés) para programas de vivienda y desarrollo comunitario. Para recibir estos fondos, la Ciudad debe completar un Plan Consolidado, un Plan de Acción Anual y un Reporte Consolidado de la Evaluación de Desempeño Anual (CAPER, por sus siglas en inglés). El Plan Consolidado sirve como marco para la asignación de recursos federales mediante el establecimiento de las metas, objetivos y resultados deseados para los próximos cinco años. El Plan de Acción Anual define las actividades específicas que deben completarse a lo largo de un año para alcanzar las metas y objetivos identificados en el Plan Consolidado.

El CAPER indica los logros anuales de la Ciudad y el progreso hacia el cumplimiento de las metas establecidas en el Plan Consolidado.

El propósito de las reuniones comunitarias/audiencias públicas sobre los programas de Subsidio en Bloque para el Comunitario Desarrollo (CDBG, por sus siglas en inglés), Asociaciones para la Inversión en Vivienda (HOME, por sus siglas en inglés), y Subsidios para Soluciones de Emergencia (ESG, por sus siglas en inglés) es escuchar las opiniones de los residentes y responder a las propuestas o preguntas relativas a las necesidades de vivienda y desarrollo comunitario, las necesidades prioritarias de desarrollo comunitario no relacionadas con la vivienda, las estrategias y acciones propuestas para promover afirmativamente la vivienda justa, el desarrollo de las actividades propuestas y una revisión del rendimiento del programa.

Primera audiencia pública del Plan consolidado: POR MEDIO DE LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que la primera audiencia pública del Plan Consolidado para proporcionar información sobre las necesidades a corto y largo plazo de la comunidad y cómo se pueden utilizar los fondos federales se llevará a cabo de la siguiente manera: FECHA: 24 de septiembre de 2024 TIEMPO: 2 pm UBICACIÓN: 8353 Sierra Ave., Fontana, CA 92335 Las reuniones del Ayuntamiento se retransmiten por televisión en KFON Canal 3 o en www.fontanaca.gov/162/KNO F-TV. Primera Reunión comunitaria del Plan Consolidado: POR MEDIO DE LA PRE-

SENTE SE NOTIFICA que la primera reunión comunitaria del Plan Consolidado para proporcionar información sobre las necesidades a corto y largo plazo de la comunidad y cómo se pueden utilizar los fondos federales tendrá lugar de la siguiente manera: FECHA: 19 de septiembre de 2024 TIEMPO: 3pm UBICACIÓN: Ayuntamiento, sala de conferencias ejecutiva 8353 Sierra Ave., Fontana, CA 92335 Segunda Reunión comunitaria del Plan Consolidado: POR MEDIO DE LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que la segunda reunión comunitaria del Plan Consolidado para proporcionar información sobre las necesidades a corto y largo plazo de la comunidad y cómo se pueden utilizar los fondos federales se llevará a cabo de la siguiente manera: FECHA: 2 de octubre de 2024 TIEMPO: 9am UBICACIÓN: Ayuntamiento, sala de conferencias ejecutiva 8353 Sierra Ave., Fontana, CA 92335 Encuesta sobre prioridades de subvención: Por favor complete la Encuesta de Prioridades de Subvenciones para compartir lo que usted ve como prioridades para los servicios sociales, programas de vivienda y mejoras públicas en Fontana. La encuesta estará abierta hasta el 30 de septiembre de 2024.

ONLINE: https://www.fontanaca.gov/62 2/Federal-Grant-Programs COPIA EN PAPEL: Previa solicitud Ayuntamiento de Fontana, Departamento de Vivienda 8353 Sierra Ave., Fontana, CA 92335.

ADA: La intención de la Ciudad es cumplir con la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades (ADA) en todos los aspectos. Si, como asistente o participante en esta reunión, necesita asistencia especial más allá de la que normalmente se proporciona, la Ciudad intentará acomodarle de todas las maneras razonables. Póngase en contacto con Mary Aguilar, Especialista de Proyectos, llamando al (909) 350-6606 al menos 48 horas antes de la reunión para informarnos de sus necesidades y determinar si es posible realizar alguna adaptación.

Contacto en la ciudad: Preguntas y comentarios por escrito sobre el Plan Consolidado y la Encuesta de Prioridades de Subvenciones pueden ser enviados a Mary Aguilar, Especialista del Proyecto, en el Ayuntamiento de Fontana, Departamento de Vivienda 8353 Sierra Ave., Fontana, CA 92335.

Secretario Municipal: Germain Mc Clellan Key Publicado: 5 de septiembre de 2024 CNS-3847774# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 9/5/24 E-801

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: Tuesday, September 17, 2024 to wit: YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 18 RAM 3 C 6 T R VA G 6 J E 1 0 9 7 1 9 11337D3 CA To be sold by: CERTIFIED TOWING, 1135 E STATE STREET, ONTARIO, SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA 91761 (10:00 AM) Said sale is for the purpose of satisfying lien of the abovesigned for towing, storage, labor, materials and lien charges, together with costs of advertising, and expenses of sale.

Clear Choice Lien Service, Inc. P.O. Box 159009 San Diego, CA 92175 CNS-3847296# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 9/5/24 E-805

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French Valley Childcare Center and Early Childhood Learning Experience (Early Trades Package) Owner: Riverside County

Bid Documents Issued: September 5, 2024 Bid Date: September 20th at 2:00 PM

Bernards is requesting bids from qualified bidders for the French Valley Childcare Center and Early Childhood Learning Experience Project located at 31530 Skyview Road, Winchester, CA 9 2 5 9 6 .

Theprojectconsistsofgrading theexistingsite,addingnewutilities(water,sewer,storm, biofiltration, electrical, and data), ground-up wood frame structure, and the construction of 0– 36month-old classrooms, learning center, administration spaces, outdoor child recreation/play area. This bid is specifically for the Demolition, Earthwork, Site Utilities, Rough Carpentry, Structural Steel, Fire Plumbing, Sprinklers, Electrical, Low HVAC, Voltage and Photovoltaic System. The remaining trades will be bid at a later date.

We are interested in bids from all subcontractors/suppliers. The bidders will be selected using the “Best Value” competitive procurement process under Public Contracting Code Section 20119.1. “Best value” is a competitive procurement process whereby the selected bidder is selected on the basis of objective criteria for evaluating the qualifications of bidders with the resulting selection representing the best combination of price and qualifications.

Bernards is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to; and encourages the participation of MBEs, DBEs, SBEs, WBEs, DVBEs, and OBEs and requires submittal with their bid the certification form from the authorizing agency.

Participation in Bernards’ Prequalification process improves our ability to collaborate with Subcontractors while providing them with the benefit of inclusion in potential select project lists. Please contact SubcontractorPrequalificatio n@bernards.com for Prequalification documents visit our website or https://www.bernards.com/in dustry-partners/ for more information.

Federal Prevailing Wage R e q u i r e m e n t s : Subcontractors must comply with the Davis-Bacon Act (40 U.S.C. §§ 3141-3144 and 3146-3148) as supplemented by Department of Labor regulations (29 CFR Part 5) and agree to be bound by all the provisions of Labor Code section 1771 regarding prevailing wages.

Under new California law, all subcontractors and sub-tier subcontractors wishing to conduct business with any public entity must be registered and maintain good standing with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) prior to submitting a bid and during performance of the work (Labor Code 1725.5). Only registered contractors and subcontractors can be awarded public works projects.

Please visit w w w. d i r. c a . g o v / P u b l i c Works/PublicWorks.html for more information and to register.

Skilled and Trained Workforce: Subcontractors must also meet the minimum requirements for Skilled and Trained Workforce (PCC 2600 – 2603 et seq.). Please visit https://www.dir.ca.gov/Publi c-Works/Apprentices.html for more information.

Textura Payment

Construction Management

System: Subcontractors will be required to electronically sign and submit their pay applications – including invoices, sworn statements, conditional lien waivers, and unconditional lien waivers.

Bernards pays for the majority of the cost for the Textura system. However, there is a small fee paid directly by each Subcontractor or Major Supplier to Textura which must be included in any bid to Bernards. For additional information and associated fees, please visit www.texturacorp.com.

Plans & Specifications: Plans and specifications will be available on or shortly after September 5, 2024.

You may view or purchase plans through our reprographics company at https://share.bidmail.com/qu ickplans/quickplans.aspx?c md=LTAwMDY3MDMyMzI3 M C 4 w N T I 4 MjE0LTE0NzY5Mi00NDA2 OS0wMDAwMDExMjk5LTU yMTk1LjUwMDg5MDQ4

By submitting a bid, subcontractor confirms they have Bernards’ reviewed Subcontract Agreement along with Attachments “A”, “B”, “C”, “D” and will execute said Agreement without modifications. Please review all Bernards’ Standard Subcontract documents and forms at www.Bidmail.com.

Bids that do not conform to these bid instructions will not receive the maximum number of subcontractor quality points in a “Best Value” award process.

The Attachments will be issued via an addendum during the bid period.

All subcontractors awarded work on this project must be prepared to furnish 100% faithful performance and payment bonds 100% issued by a licensed, admitted corporate surety with a minimum A.M. Best rating of A-VI that is authorized to issue bonds by the State of California and is acceptable to Bernards, (current Treasury Listing is acceptable), in the full amount of their subcontracts.

Requests for Information (RFI’s): Due by September 12, 2024 by 2PM to AOrona@bernards.com Non-Mandatory Job Walk: September 11th, 2024 at 8AM. Meet in front of the French Valley Library (31526 Skyview Rd, Winchester, CA 92596) to sign-in.

If you have any questions about this project, please contact us at: Bernards 555 First Street San Fernando, CA 91340 (818) 898-1521 (818) 898-4909 Fax Contacts: Andrew Orona, AOrona@bernards.com and Brad Barker BBarker@bernards.com *Please do not contact Riverside County regarding this project. All correspondence shall be directed through Bernards.

Published El Chicano

September 5, 12, 2024 E-799

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: CHERYL M. RUSSELL, aka CHERYL MARIE RUSSELL, aka CHERYL RUSSELL CASE NO.: PROVA2400757

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: CHERYL M. RUSSELL, aka CHERYL MARIE RUSSELL, aka CHERYL RUSSELL A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by JIMMIE W. RHEINSCHILD in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that

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JIMMIE W. RHEINSCHILD 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 I n d e p e n d e n t 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 OCT 09 2024 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept. F1 located at 17780 BLVD, ARROW FONTANA, CA 92335, 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 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 1980 Orange Tree Lane, Suite 101 Redlands, CA 92374 (909) 824-2777 Published El Chicano 9/5,9/12,9/19/24 E-807

AVISO PÚBLICO CIUDAD DE FONTANA REPORTE CONSOLIDADO DE LA EVALUACIÓN DE DESEMPEÑO ANUAL (CAPER) PERIODO DE COMENTARIOS PÚBLICOS & AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA Descripción del programa: Cada año la Ciudad de Fontana (Ciudad) recibe fondos del Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano de los Estados Unidos (HUD, por sus siglas en inglés) para programas

de vivienda y desarrollo comunitario. Para recibir estos fondos, la Ciudad debe completar un Plan Consolidado, un Plan de Acción Anual y un Reporte Consolidado de la Evaluación de Desempeño Anual (CAPER, por sus siglas en inglés). El CAPER indica los logros anuales de la Ciudad y el progreso hacia el cumplimiento de los objetivos de cinco años establecidos en el Plan Consolidado. El propósito de esta audiencia pública es revisar el rendimiento del programa y escuchar las opiniones de los residentes sobre los programas de Subsidio en Bloque para el Comunitario Desarrollo (CDBG, por sus siglas en inglés), Asociaciones para la Inversión en Vivienda (HOME, por sus siglas en inglés), y Subsidios para Soluciones de Emergencia (ESG, por sus siglas en inglés).

CAPER POR MEDIO DE LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que el CAPER estará disponible para comentarios del público durante quince (15) días y se presentará al Concejo para su Municipal aprobación final. En la el Concejo reunión, recibirá los Municipal comentarios públicos sobre el CAPER que se presentarán al HUD. FECHA: Periodo de comentarios públicos del 10 al 24 de septiembre de 2024 Audiencia pública 24 de septiembre de 2024 TIEMPO: 2pm UBICACIÓN: 8353 Sierra Ave., Fontana, CA 92335 reuniones del Las Ayuntamiento se retransmiten por televisión en KFON Canal 3 o en www.fontanaca.gov/162/KN OF-TV. ADA: La Ciudad tiene la intención de cumplir con la Ley de con Estadounidenses Discapacidades (ADA) en todos los aspectos. Si, como asistente o participante en esta reunión, necesita asistencia especial más allá de lo que normalmente se proporciona, la Ciudad tratará de acomodarlo de todas las maneras razonables. Por favor, póngase en contacto con Mary Aguilar, Especialista de Vivienda, en el (909) 350-6606 al menos 48 horas antes de la reunión para informarnos de sus necesidades y para determinar si la acomodación es factible.

Contacto en la ciudad: Las preguntas y comentarios por escrito sobre el CAPER se pueden enviar a Mary Aguilar, Especialista de Vivienda, en 8353 Sierra Ave., Fontana, CA 92335.

Secretario Municipal: Germain Mc Clellan Key Publicado: 10 de septiembre de 2024 CNS-3847770# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 9/5/24 E-803

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 2024-2025 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 17, 2024, 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 City Unified Bernardino School District has an ongoing procedure whereby textare continually books 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 17, 2024, meeting of the District will begin at 5:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as possible, in the Dr. Margaret Hill Community Room, Board of Education Building, located at 777 North F Street, San Bernardino, CA 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 Ana M. Applegate, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services, (909) 473-2086.

San Bernardino City Unified School District CNS-3830762# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 9/5/24 E-804

NOTICE INVITING BIDS Bid No. NSB 2024-25-6 Café Beverages, including Vending NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids will be received in the Nutrition Services Department of San Bernardino City Unified School District, 1257 Northpark Blvd., San Bernardino, California, 92407, on or before 11:00 a.m. on September 26, 2024, for Café Beverages, including Vending, under Bid No. NSB 2024-25-6.

Bid documents required for bidding may be secured at the above department. Please call Nutrition Services Purchasing Office at 909-881-8000 for more information. Bid/addendum posts: https://sbcusdnutritionservices.org/?page=Bidsa ndProposals.

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 process, and to accept or reject any items thereon.

By: Lisa Falcone, Administrative Analyst Nutrition Services Department San Bernardino City Unified School District 1st Publication: September 5, 2024 2nd Publication: September 12, 2024 Bid Opening: September 26, 2024 at 11:00 a.m.

CNS-3847523# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 9/5, 9/12/24 E-802

NOTICE TO BIDDERS / INVITATION TO BID Notice is hereby given that the governing board (“Board”) of the San Bernardino City Unified School District (“District”) will receive sealed bids to construct the following project: F24-08 Exterior Paint - Arroyo Valley High School (“Project” or “Contract”) Contractor Prequalification – not required for this project.

Contractors must submit sealed bids on or before 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 2, 2024, 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.

The Project consists of, but not limited to, the following scope: Exterior Paint at Arroyo Valley High School.

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.

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.

As security for its Bid, each Bidder shall provide with its Bid form a bid bond issued by an admitted surety insurer on the form provided by the District, cash, or a cashier's check or a certified check, drawn to the order of theSan 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.

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.

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.

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 A non-mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit will be held on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 9:30 AM, Arroyo Valley High School at 1881 W Base Line St, San Bernardino, CA 92411. All participants are required to sign in at the Main Office.

Contract Documents are available on Thursday, September 5, 2024 and may be viewed and ordered through Crisp Imaging

Planroom Service online by clicking on ‘PLANROOM' at www.crispimg.com. Contract Documents are also available for purchase for two hundred dollars ($200.00). This fee is refundable if the Contract Documents are returned in clean condition to Crisp Imaging no later than five (5) calendar days after the date of the bid opening.

Crisp Imaging, 3180 Pullman Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, Phone: (866) 6328329, Public Plan Room: https://www.crispplanroom.co m/jobs/public In addition, Contract Documents are available for review at the following builders' exchange 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 Construction Bidboard (Ebidboard) 11622 El Camino Real, #100 San Diego, CA 92130 Phone: 800-479-5314 E m a i l : support@ebidboard.com Website: www.ebidboard.com Dodge Data & Analytics 830 Third Avenue, 6th Floor New York, NY 10022 Phone: 877-784-9556 Email: support@construction.com W e b s i t e : www.construction.com Kern County Builders' Exchange 4310 Ardmore Avenue, Ste. 100 Bakersfield, CA 93309 Phone: 661-324-4921 Email: kcbex@kcbex.com Website: www.kcbex.com BidAmerica 41085 Elm Street Murrieta, CA 92562 Phone: 951-677-4819 Email: planroom@bidamerica.com W e b s i t e : www.BidAmerica.com Associated General Contractors of America San Diego Chapter, Inc. 6212 Ferris Square San Diego, CA 92121 Phone: 858-558-7444 Email: planroom@agcsd.org Website: www.agcsd.org 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.

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, September 5, 2024 Second Publication Thursday, September 12, 2024 Pre-Bid Conference and Job Walk Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 9:30 AM RFI Due Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 4:00 PM Addendum Due Friday, September 27, 2024 Bid Opening Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 2:00 PM Tentative Board Meeting November 12, 2024 NOA Issued (Tentative) November 13, 2024 CNS-3848805# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 9/5, 9/12/24 E-800

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