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Rialto USD’s RITZ Gala Marks 20 Years of Student Talent, Arts Funding
By Manny Sandoval
The bright stars are aligning for a milestone celebration of K-12 student talent as the Rialto Unified School District prepares to host its 20th Annual RITZ Gala on Saturday, April 25.
This year’s event, themed "Under the Starry Night," promises to be a dazzling
National
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tribute to two decades of student creativity. Held at Wilmer Amina Carter High School Theatre Hall from 5:30 to 8:00 PM, the RITZ (short for Rialto’s Incredible Talent Zone) has grown into the largest student gala among K-12 districts in the Inland Empire since its inception in 2005.
The evening is inspired by a red-carpet, Oscars-style experience, providing young
artists a platform to shine before an audience of families, RUSD staff, community members, and regional leaders.
Tickets are available online now at www.rialtousd.org/ritz, but attendees are encouraged to purchase early, as this milestone anniversary is expected to be a soldout event.
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By Manny Sandoval
Long before the gates opened at 5 p.m. on April 15, about 1,000 people were already lined up outside the National Orange Show as San Bernardino’s 109th fair kicked off with free opening-day admission.
Running April 15-19, this year’s fair introduced a redesigned circular layout that made it easier for visitors to move through the grounds and experience everything from food vendors and carnival rides to games, exhibits and live entertainment.
“We’re here on the opening day of the
National Orange Show. It’s our 109th Citrus Fair,” National Orange Show CEO Sheri Raborn said at the opening ceremony. “We have a brand-new layout this year that we feel everyone will enjoy.”
Raborn said the fair also expanded its
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PHOTO MANNY SANDOVAL Performances like this one from Curtis Elementary School student Kamilah Valenzuela during last year's event exemplify the high-caliber talent featured in the annual showcase, which has raised over $600,000 for
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Superintendent Dr. Alejandro Álvaréz is pictured here with the impressive collection, which includes a television, Los Angeles Dodgers tickets, and a variety of other Dodgers items.
PHOTO DENISE BERVER Guests attend the National Orange Show Fair’s VIP dinner on April 17, where partners were thanked and hibachi was prepared.
PHOTO MANNY SANDOVAL A balloon artist entertains families outside the circus on April 15 during opening day of the National Orange Show Fair.
PHOTO JOSEPH RHINE Guests view citrus-themed and contemporary works during the National Orange Show Fair’s art exhibit kickoff.
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- The 2026 lineup features 18 diverse acts from across the District, including show-stopping solos, beautiful dances, and rocking musical performances. This year's performers represent every level of the district, featuring elementary students such as the Henry Hawks Drumline to middle school performers, like Adalia De Luna from Jehue Middle School, who is a returning performer having taken the stage at the 2024 Gala, and high school standouts such as Esteban Magaña and Rialto High School’s Dance Team. The program also includes cultural highlights like the Garcia Ballet Folklorico and the "Danza de las Estrellas" folklorico medley.
The incredible star power won’t come exclusively from the students. Joel Greene serves as the Gala emcee and will guide the audience through this high-energy night of entertainment. Greene is the award-winning creator and host of the nationally syndicated PBS series Curiosity Quest. Additionally, he has more than 300,000 followers on social media, running the @ieexplorer account that highlights food and entertainment options from across the Inland Empire.
The student talent on stage is complemented by the student talent showcased throughout the event. VIP seats ($100) will enjoy gourmet appetizers prepared by Rialto High School Culinary Arts students under the direction of Chef Melissa Calvanico. General Admission ticket holders ($25) will also receive refreshments. In a return of a popular tradition, original Rialto USD student artwork will be available for purchase, with Visual and Performing Arts teacher Nathaniel Robinson leading the student art sales. All monies from the artwork sales will go directly to the young artists.
Attendees can also bid on silent auction baskets donated by school sites and service areas within the district, with bidding opening as soon as the doors open at 5:30 p.m. Rialto USD Superintendent was excited about the student-centered Gala and began the Silent Auction basket tradition with a generous donation of a Dodger Tailgate Basket (which includes tickets, a TV screen, a parking pass, cash, Dodgers’ merchandise and more) valued at more than $1,500. Other notable baskets include Trapp Elementary School’s Wellness Basket, valued at $466.00, Kordyak Elementary School's Comfort Kit Basket, valued at $270, and Garcia Elementary School’s Spa Basket, valued at $175. Additionally, Rialto USD’s Business Services donated 10 toddler-size electric bicycles valued at $200 each. All basket bidding begins about 50 to 75 percent less than the value price.
Since its inception in 2005, the RITZ has been a vital funding engine for the arts, generating more than $600,000 for fine arts students and teachers. This year alone, community organizations have already contributed more than $25,000 in generous donations. The program’s excellence has earned prestigious accolades, including the San Bernardino County Medal of Honor award and the California School Boards Association (CSBA) Golden Bell Award for Excellence in Fine Arts.
This year’s RITZ Top Hat Award recipients are Joanne T. Gilbert and Dennis Mobley. Gilbert, who still resides in Rialto and stays active, served a successful 12-year term on the RUSD Board of Education. Mobley, a retired San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools Public Information Officer, served 21 years on the RUSD Board of Education. Mobley has four sons who graduated from Eisenhower High School. Both retired school board presidents were instrumental in building multiple schools in the RUSD, passing needed school bonds, and championing fine arts education when the RITZ first began in 2005 under their leadership.
“Everything great first begins with an idea and a spark,” stated Syeda Jafri, the Gala Chair since 2005, and Communications Director for the RUSD. “The RITZ was also a collaborative effort, but in a school district, the Board of Education has the monumental task of setting policies that allow Superintendent Edna Herring to move forward with staff through a shared vision. There will be more awards, and there will be more honorees, but this year, we are humbled to salute Mr. Mobley and Mrs. Gilbert for their dedication to the growth of fine arts programs, such as the RITZ.”
The annual RITZ is organized by a committee of dedicated District employees and parent volunteers. The Gala Committee consists of: Ricardo Carlos, Sandra Cordasco, Tina Brown, Derek Harris, Syeda Jafri, Dr. Natasha Jones, Dr. Tina Lingenfelter, Elizabeth Moreno, Edith Ortiz Torres, Matthew Peters, Nathaniel Robinson, Cherlynn Turan, Armando Urteaga, Joseph Williams, and David Yang.
“It’s been 20 years of student success, and the RITZ will delight the audience again this year,” added Jafri. “This Gala, which brings in over 450 attendees each year, takes deep commitment. I applaud our Gala Committee leaders who donate their time and efforts generously to make this unique Gala an eventful evening for all. From every parent, aunt, grandparent, or guardian who showed up for their child at auditions and rehearsals, teachers who encouraged in the classrooms, the principal and administration who were creative with the donations of the Silent Auction baskets, and the generous sponsors and those who purchased tickets and dressed up for the evening to support the talents of our students, know that you are all appreciated.”
Those who are expected to join the Rialto USD Board of Education and Superintendent Dr. Alejandro Álvarez, in attendance at this year's majestic RITZ Gala, will be a packed crowd of families, teachers, administrators, parent volunteers, business partners, and local and regional elected officials.
“I have attended the RITZ to watch my daughter perform and have enjoyed it immensely,” said former RITZ parent Janet Janies, “They really put on one heck of a show. It’s fancy and absolutely fun. The guest list is a who’s who that shows up, and it made me so proud when I found out no one is doing anything like this in other districts. It’s the RITZ, and it’s all ours.”
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- entertainment lineup with attractions that offered families more to do in one place; which also included treating Veterans to an appreciation dinner.
“We have a circus this year, which we have not had in the past,” she said. “We also have food galore, and the Orange Pavilion has memorabilia, a kids corner and our art competition items, along with a lot of fun for children.”
Among the major additions this year were weekend "Midget Wrestling”, Saturday speedway racing, a live circus, an aquarium and exhibits centered on butterflies, reptiles and art.
The fair’s art exhibit opened a day earlier during a private kickoff event for artists, their families and members of the community. The exhibit featured citrus-themed fine art along with historic pieces highlighting Inland Empire heritage.
Opening night also drew a large crowd for Soul Pointe, a student-rooted performance group connected to the San Bernardino Teen Music Workshop. The band delivered live vocals, live instrumentation and choreography, performing high-energy hits including
San
Bruno Mars’ “24K Magic” and Beyoncé’s “Crazy in Love.”
Gwendolyn “Gwen” DowdyRodgers, president of the San Bernardino County Board of Education, said Soul Pointe reflects the strength of young local talent and the importance of arts education.
“They’re representing San Bernardino County everywhere they go,” DowdyRodgers said. “They can compete anywhere, anytime, and we’re so proud of them.”
She said the students’ growth and performance quality have made the group stand out well beyond the region.
“They really come together with a passion for music,” she said. “They’re not just singing — they’re entertaining.”
Dowdy-Rodgers also highlighted performer Jumani Chess, praising his stage presence and versatility.
“Jamani Chess and his Motown singing is my favorite,” she said. “They’re all good, but he is a performer.”
For Dowdy-Rodgers, the Orange Show remains more than a fairgrounds tradition. It is also a reminder of family, childhood, San Bernardino’s sense of community and her longtime habit of going and getting a corn dog.
“The Orange Show is one of the things we still have that lets us remember family,” she said. “You see young people, older people, everybody there. It’s the community all in one space, coming together.”
That feeling was visible across the grounds on opening night, where side-show performers greeted guests at the entrance and children received free balloon animals before heading toward the rides and exhibits.
And, of course, the food remained central to the fair experience. IECN sampled a fried Snickers, an Oreo lava flow funnel cake, a fried potato twist and a chicken-avocado wrap. Fairgoers looking for something beyond the classic carnival menu could also find authentic Mexican food through a section of vendors from 909 TacoLandia.
This year’s fair leaned into both nostalgia and expansion — offering longtime traditions while widening its entertainment and food lineup. For many in San Bernardino and across the Inland Empire, that mix remains a big part of what keeps the Orange Show relevant after 109 years.
Bernardino Bans Airbnb, Vrbo Rentals After 5 Documented Complaints in Contentious 4-3 Vote
By Manny Sandoval
San Bernardino city leaders voted 4-3 on April 15 to ban shortterm rentals citywide, siding with residents and council members who argued the city lacks the resources to control party houses, nuisance properties and safety risks tied to Airbnb- and Vrbo-style rentals in residential neighborhoods.
Councilman Fred Shorett made the motion to ban, and Councilmember Treasure Ortiz seconded it. Councilmembers Mario Flores and Juan Figueroa joined them in support. Mayor Pro Tem Kim Knaus and Councilmembers Theodore Sanchez and Sandra Ibarra voted against the ban. The public hearing drew nine speakers, reflecting a chamber nearly as divided as the dais.
The vote followed months of debate over whether San Bernardino should regulate short-term rentals or prohibit them outright. City staff returned to council with both options, while City Manager Eric Levitt recommended regulation in the agenda materials. But during the hearing, concerns about enforcement, fire danger, neighborhood disruption and quality of life pushed the majority toward a ban.
Gabriel Elliott, the city’s director of community develop-
ment and housing, told the council that about 108 properties in San Bernardino are currently listed across short-term rental platforms and said the city’s development code does not specifically recognize the use.
“So part of what we’re trying to do here is to build some standards by which we would actually either regulate or ban the land use,” Elliott said. “Either way we have to go into our zoning code and modify certain parts of the zoning code.”
Elliott said staff had explored both the cost and potential revenue of a regulatory program, including permit fees and transient occupancy tax. He said the city had estimated a potential annual contribution of up to $324,000, with enforcement and related costs still attached.
“We have 108 properties already engaging in this activity and we have no recourse to collect anything out of it,” Elliott said.
According to official city documents, San Bernardino has received five formal complaints, or CRMs, over the last four years regarding shortterm rental operations, mostly through the Police Department. Those complaints involved parking violations and blocked driveways, public drinking and lewd acts in vehi-
cles, fights in the street, loud music from homes and vehicles, confrontations with neighbors, reports of attendees being charged admission, and alcohol containers and trash left on neighboring properties, streets and gutters.
The general locations tied to those complaints included the 400 block of South D Street, which had two CRMs, the 500 block of Edgerton Drive, which had one CRM, and the 400 block of Edgerton Drive, which had one CRM. The documents also state the 6000 block of Ashton Street generated numerous complaints and note that Edgerton Drive and Ashton Street were identified by police as problem locations.
Ortiz emerged as one of the council’s sharpest critics of the regulatory option, questioning both the completeness of staff’s data and the city’s ability to manage the problem.
“There’s 108 households right now that are up for discussion in a city with roughly 65,000 households, which means that we are taking out of consideration roughly 64,892 other households that aren’t hosting parties when it’s convenient for them,” Ortiz said.
Read the full story at IECN.com.
ACLU Files State Complaint Over Riverside's Denial of Housing Project
By Aidan Mcgloin, CalMatters
After the Riverside City Council voted Jan. 13 to return $20.1 million in state funds for a housing project that would have turned the Quality Inn at 1590 University Ave. into 114 low-income studio apartments, a coalition of attorneys threatened lawsuits. The city asked for the state funding themselves 10 months ago.
The attorneys argued some of the council members
who voted against the project were improperly biased, and that the decision was in violation of the council's own housing plan. The city council said the deadline to reconsider the funding had already passed. On March 11, the Associated Students of UCR passed a resolution calling for the city to approve the project.
After the city council discussed the threats to sue in closed session April 7, the city attorney did not announce any changes. Yesterday, the American Civil Liberties Union of Southern California filed a complaint with the
Op-Ed
21st Century Tech in the Streets, Will Keep us Safer at Home
By CNUSD Board Member & Law Enforcement Professional Christopher Raahauge
Cameras are everywhere. From doorbells to home security systems, they help protect families and solve senseless crimes. This important conversation about new technologies keeping neighborhoods safe in good faith, is essential to maintain the public’s trust.
As an Eastvale resident, elected public servant for CNUSD, and public safety officer in OC, I’ve witnessed firsthand how the right tools used thoughtfully make a meaningful difference. Responsible transparency is non-nego-
tiable, it’s why the public demanded body worn cameras by sworn officers. License plate reader (LPR) technology is also one of those tools.
LPRs help law enforcement connect vehicles to crimes across jurisdictions and generate real time leads. This tool supports local law enforcement in real time, providing leads that could otherwise take days.
In a sizable region as interconnected as OC and the IE, efficiency matters. Having the ability to share timely, relevant information assists agencies working together more effectively to address crime, fight it and prevent it.
It’s tangentially important, as these tools are implemented, that
concerns in communities they serve are addressed. That means maintaining open communication between law enforcement and the public.
LPR’s don’t replace the human element in policing, they support it. In my experience, the conversation around public safety is best when communities and public safety work together. The technology is sound. Accountability requires a balanced conversation, educating the community it serves, it’s essential.
Christopher Raahauge serves on the Corona-Norco Unified School District Board of Trustees and works in public safety in Orange County.
Alliance Unions Ratify New Contracts
By Kaiser Permanente
Southern California
After nearly 11 months of negotiations, Kaiser Permanente welcomes the ratification of 52 collective bargaining agreements covering more than 61,000 employees represented by unions within the Alliance of Health Care Unions across our markets.
A key component of these agreements is a wage offer first presented in early October 2025, providing a 21.5% wage increase over the life of the contracts. With step increases and other factors included, employees will see wage growth of 30% on average
over the length of the contract, which is well above comparable health care contracts. As health care costs continue to rise and millions of Americans risk losing access to coverage, we were steadfast in underscoring our responsibility to provide fair, competitive pay while protecting affordability.
The agreements reflect this careful balance — delivering meaningful improvements in pay, benefits, and career development that align with the priorities union-represented employees shared with us, while also helping to safeguard access to affordable care for our members and keeping Kaiser Permanente a best place to
work in health care.
Our journey to reach these agreements was not easy. It involved two significant work stoppages, including a five-week strike in California and Hawaii. In January, Kaiser Permanente made the decision to transition open topics of bargaining from the national table to local bargaining tables, where progress was being made. This transition enabled us to break the gridlock in national bargaining by providing an effective and timely path to reach new contracts that included wage increases, and enhanced benefits for our Alliance-represented employees.
California Civil Rights Department.
"The council members voting against the project did so based on explicitly discriminatory remarks against the people who would stand to benefit from this project," the complaint says.
The state funding will be available to the city if they change their mind until May 30, according to the ACLU's complaint.
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Riverside City Council Member Clarissa Cervantes, who championed the Quality Inn remodel, speaks during a pro-project rally outside Riverside City Hall on March 3, 2026.
Prado Regional Park Unveils New Gatehouse, Food Court, Boat Dock and More Upgrades
Community News
San Bernardino County Regional Parks, joined by the office of Fourth District Supervisor Curt Hagman, celebrated the completion of Prado Regional Park’s newly renovated gatehouse, monument sign, food court and boat dock Wednesday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Chino.
The upgrades are part of a broader master plan aimed at modernizing the park and adding amenities for residents, with future improvements expected to include new sports courts, expanded camping options with glamping, and additional campground restrooms and showers.
County officials said the investment is intended to strengthen Prado’s role as a regional destination where families can gather, spend time outdoors and enjoy expanded recreational opportunities. Hagman said the improvements reflect what residents have long wanted from the park.
“At Prado Regional Park, these improvements are really about what our visitors and community have been looking forward to,” Hagman said. “A place where families can come together and create lasting memories, whether that’s fishing, kayaking, grabbing a snack or relaxing by the lake. All of this is possible thanks to strong federal partnerships and continued county investment. Together, we’re delivering the kind of park our community deserves.”
Regional Parks Director Beata Davis said the new gatehouse is expected to improve traffic flow and make entering the park easier, especially during large events.
“The new gatehouse makes it easier for people who come in,” Davis said. “When you turn into the park now, instead of it being a two-lane road, now there is a three to four-lane road, so when we have those larger events, we can open up four lanes and get people off Euclid Avenue and into the park sooner.”
Davis also highlighted the new food court and patio area, boat dock, pier and ADA path of travel connecting the snack bar and playground.
“The food court not only offers a place for people to get food, but also a place where you can sit in the serene area and just enjoy the lake and nature all around us,” Davis said. “It provides another area where families can gather to enjoy lunch, dinner or a pedal boat ride on the lake.”
U.S. Rep. Norma Torres, who secured federal funding for the new food court, attended the event and presented Regional Parks with a certificate of
recognition. Torres said she helped secure more than $3.13 million in federal funding for improvements at Prado Regional Park.
“As an appropriator, I was proud to secure more than $3.13 million in federal funding to improve Prado Regional Park and expand access for families across San Bernardino County,” Torres said. “This investment is helping rehabilitate the park’s food court area to not only meet modern health and accessibility standards, but to give park visitors a natural space to sit and enjoy the beautiful lake view while dining outdoors.”
For some residents, the upgrades are already making an impression. Antonio Davila, a Chino resident who attended the ceremony with his daughter, Diana, said it was his first time visiting Prado and that he is now considering buying an annual pass.
“On Easter Sunday, we were at Guasti Regional and we really like all the amenities there, but being a Chino resident, this is my first time here and I am looking at the splash pad and I said … this is so beautiful … I am looking into the annual pass now,” Davila said. “I live right across the street and I am so mad this is my first time here in four years. The tax dollars are being used very well here.”
Another project nearing completion is a new campground restroom and shower facility. Torres also secured federal funding in 2024 for that project, which county officials said is expected to be completed by Memorial Day.
“Delivering a brand-new restroom and shower facility at the campground is a critical upgrade for visitors to fully enjoy extended stays at the park,” Torres said. “These projects are about more than infrastructure, they are about ensuring our public spaces are safe, accessible and welcoming for everyone in our community. I look forward to celebrating these improvements with our local partners and the families who will benefit for years to come.”
Davis said additional improvements are already planned under Prado’s master plan, including new sports courts near the soccer fields.
“What’s next for Prado Regional Park are some new sports courts that are going to be over on the soccer fields,” Davis said. “When completed we invite everyone to come on out to play some pickleball, tennis or maybe even some basketball.”
Regional Parks also received certificates of recognition from Torres, the city of Chino, Sen. Susan Rubio, Chino Valley Fire District and Assemblymember Phillip Chen. After the ceremony, attendees were offered refreshments at the food court and free use of pedal boats on the lake.
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Fourth District Supervisor Curt Hagman, Regional Parks Director Beata Davis and other county and community representatives stand beneath Prado Regional Park’s newly completed entrance gatehouse during Wednesday’s ribbon-cutting ceremony in Chino.
San Bernardino County Dept of Behavioral Health Request for Proposals (RFP)
The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is seeking proposals from nterested and qualified organizations and agencies to provide a proposed plan for the provision of Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS) activities TBS Program is to provide one-to-one mental health services available 24/7 to children/youth with serious emotional chal enges who are under 21 and who are el gible for a fu array of Medi-Cal benef ts without restrictions or l m tations (i e full-scope EPSDT Medi-Cal)
The Contract period wil be for a five (5) year period beginning on January 1 2027 through December 31 2031 A proposal conference will be held via Microsoft Teams on: Thursday May 14 2026 at 10:00 AM (loca time) Please view the RFP in ePro for the Microsoft Teams login detai s and the RFP
are due on or before 4:00 p m local time on Thursday June 11 2026 CNS-4029196# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 4/23/26 E-227
City of San Bernardino Municipal Water Department
Public Hearing Notice
2025 San Bernard no Valley Regional Urban Water Management Plan and City of San Bernardino Munic pal Water Department Water Shortage Contingency Plan Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday May 12 2026 at 9:30 a m in the City of San Bernardino Municipal Water Department (SBMWD) Boardroom, 399 Chandler Place SBMWD s Water Board will conduct a public hearing to rece ve public comments and consider adoption of the Draft 2025 San Bernardino Valley Regiona Urban Water Management Plan (2025 RUWMP) and SBMWD s Draft Water Shortage Contingency Plan (WSCP) Following the public hearing SBMWD s Water Board may adopt the Draft 2025 RUWMP and Draft WSCP with recommended modifications if
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Petitioner or Attorney: MECHAIL ALEXANDER Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino, 247 West Third Street San Bernardino California 92415 San Bernardino Justice Center – Civil Division
PETITION OF: MECHAIL
ALEXANDER FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE - CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CIV SB 2608332 TO ALL INTERESTED
PERSONS: Petitioner: MECHAIL ALEXANDER filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: MECHAIL ALEXANDER to Proposed name: DEVAN MAAKALI MARTINEZ 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: MAY 14 2026 Time: 8:30 am Dept: S32 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 w w w c o u r t s c a g o v / f i n dmy-court 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 Newspaper Dated: APR 02 2026 JOSEPH T ORTIZ Judge of the Superior Court Published El Chicano 4/9 4/16 4/23 4/30/26 E-213
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF LOVELL HENDERSON Case No PROVA2600219 To all heirs beneficiaries creditors contingent creditors and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate or both of LOVELL HENDERSON A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Yvette Henderson in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Yvette Henderson 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 14 2026 at 9:00 AM in Dept No F1 located at 17780 ARROW BLVD
FONTANA CA 92335
IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney IF YOU ARE A
CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in 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: JAMES L LEESTMA ESQ SBN 207311 LAW OFFICE OF JAMES LAMBERT LEESTMA 7301 TOPANGA CYN BL STE 202 CANOGA PARK CA 91303 CN126044 HENDERSON Published Rialto Record Apr 9 16 23 2026 R-541
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No CA-251027261-CL Order No : CTT25049083 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/1/2008 UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, or cash equivalent if deemed acceptable to the trustee, cashier s check drawn on a state or national bank check drawn by state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association or savings assoc ation, or savings bank specified n Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by duly appointed trustee The sale w ll be made, but without covenant or warranty expressed or impl ed, regarding title, possess on or encumbrances to pay the remain ng principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon as provided n the note(s), advances under the terms of the Deed of Trust interest thereon fees
charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the in tial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably est mated to be set forth below The amount may be greater on the day of sale
BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE
Trustor(s): Victor M Garrido, a sing e man Recorded: 12/5/2008 as Instrument No 2008-0540252 and mod fied as per Modification Agreement recorded 9/27/2024 as Instrument No 2024-0231467 and mod fied as per Modification Agreement recorded 6/29/2023 as Instrument No 2023-0159988 and mod fied as per Modification Agreement recorded 8/29/2022 as Instrument No 2022-0294943 and mod fied as per Modification
Agreement recorded 12/4/2015 as Instrument No 2015-0531234 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of SAN BERNARDINO County
Californ a; Date of Sale:
5/26/2026 at 09:00 AM P ace of Sale: At the North West Entrance in the Courtyard of the Ch no Municipal Court located at 13260 Central Avenue Chino CA 91710 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $141 723 39 The purported property address is: 309 WEST WOODCREST STREET, RIALTO, CA 92376
Assessor s Parcel No : 0132353-23-0000 All bidders, at the date time and place of the scheduled sale w ll be required to show satisfactory support to the auctioneer of their ability to pay the amount they intend to bid, un ess arrangements have been made with the trustee prior to the scheduled sale NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property ien you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction You will be bidding on a lien not on the property itself Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatical y ent tle you to free and clear ownership of the property You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien If you are the highest bidder at the auction you are or may be responsible for pay ng off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear tit e to the property You are encouraged to invest gate the existence priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contact ng the county recorder s office or a title insurance company either of which may charge you a fee for this information If you consult e ther of these resources you should be aware that the same ender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee benefic ary trustee or a court pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code The law requires that informat on about trustee sale postponements be made ava lable to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if appl cable the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property you may ca l 800280-2832 for information regarding the trustee s sale or visit this internet website http://www qualityloan com using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-251027261-CL Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in t me to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee
auct on pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code If you are an elig ble tenant buyer " you can purchase the property if you match the ast and highest bid placed at the trustee auction If you are an "eligible bidder " you may be ab e to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sa e, you can call 619645-7711 or visit this nternet website http://www qual tyloan com using the file number assigned to this forec osure by the Trustee: CA-25-1027261-CL to find the date on which the trustee s sale was held the amount of the last and highest bid and the address of the trustee Second you must send a written notice of ntent to place a bid so that the trustee rece ves it no more than 15 days after the trustee's sale Third you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee's sa e If you think you may qual fy as an eligible tenant buyer or "eligible b dder," you should consider contacting an attorney or appropr ate real estate professional mmediately for adv ce regarding this potential right to purchase NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE OWNEROCCUPANT: Any prospective owner-occupant as def ned in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who s the last and highest bidder at the trustee s sale shall provide the required affidavit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee s sale or shall have it delivered to QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION by 5 p m on the next business day fol owing the trustee s sale at the address set forth in the below signature b ock NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE POST-SALE OVER BIDDERS: For post-sale nformation in accordance with Section 2924m(e) of the California C vi Code use file number CA-25-1027261-CL and call (866) 645-7711 or ogin to: http://www qualityloan com The above statutorily mandated notices to Tenant Prospect ve Owner-Occupant and Prospective Post-Sale Over Bidders are brief summaries of what may be required under Section 2924m of the California Civil Code Compliance with a l relevant provisions will be required The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any ncorrectness of the property address or other common designation, f any, shown herein If no street address or other common designation s shown directions to the ocation of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Not ce of Sale If the sale s set aside for any reason ncluding if the Trustee is unab e to convey t tle the Purchaser at the sale shall be entit ed only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee This shall be the Purchaser s so e and exc usive remedy The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor the Trustee the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary s Agent or the Benef ciary s Attorney If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy you may have been released of personal iabil ty for this loan n which case this letter s ntended to exercise the note holders r ght s against the real property only Date: QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION 2763 Camino Del Rio S San Diego CA 92108 619-645-7711
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER
ESTATE OF MELVA THERESA DAVIS
Case No PROVA2600254
To all heirs, beneficiaries creditors contingent creditors and persons who may other-wise be interested in the will or estate or both of MELVA THERESA DAVIS
A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Tony Albert Dilligard in the Superior Court of California County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Tony Albert Dilligard 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 19 2026 at 9:00 AM in Dept No F2 located at 17780 ARROW BLVD FONTANA CA 92335 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months
Notice
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER
NOTICE OF HEARING
that the LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION for San Bernardino County will hold a public meeting: May 20, 2026 MAIN AUDITORIUM - NORTON REGIONAL EVENT CENTER 1601 E. 3rd STREET, SAN BERNARDINO
9:00 A.M. – Convene Regular Meeting
Comments from the Public (By Commission policy, the public comment period is limited to three minutes per person for comments related to other items under the jurisdiction of LAFCO not on the agenda.)
Consideration of: (1) CEQA Exemption as CEQA Lead Agency for LAFCO SC#557; and (2) LAFCO SC#557 – City of Colton Extra-Territorial Sewer Service Agreement (Assessor Parcel Number 0274-131-59)
The proposed service contract relates to Assessor Parcel Number 0274-131-59, generally located on the south side of Olive Street, between Walnut Cove and Grand Ave, within the City of Colton’s sphere of influence.
The Commission may adjourn for lunch from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. The Commission may take action on any item listed in this Agenda whether or not it is listed for Action.
In its deliberations, the Commission may make appropriate changes incidental to the above-listed proposals.
Materials related to an item on this Agenda submitted to the Commission or prepared after distribution of the agenda packet will be available for public inspection in the LAFCO office at 1601 E. 3rd Street, Suite 102, San Bernardino, during normal business hours, and on the LAFCO website at www.sbclafco.org
Current law and Commission policy require the publishing of staff reports prior to the public hearing. These reports contain technical findings, comments, and recommendations from staff. The staff recommendation may be accepted or rejected by the Commission after its own analysis and consideration of public testimony.
IF YOU CHALLENGE ANY DECISION REGARDING ANY OF THE ABOVE PROPOSALS IN COURT, YOU MAY BE LIMITED TO RAISING ONLY THOSE ISSUES YOU OR SOMEONE ELSE RAISED DURING THE PUBLIC TESTIMONY PERIOD REGARDING THAT PROPOSAL OR IN WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE DELIVERED TO THE LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION AT, OR PRIOR TO, THE PUBLIC HEARING.
The Political Reform Act requires the disclosure of expenditures for political purposes related to a change of organization or reorganization proposal which has been submitted to the Commission, and contributions in support of or in opposition to such measures, shall be disclosed and reported to the same extent and subject to the same requirements as provided for local initiative measures presented to the electorate (Government Code Section 56700.1). Questions regarding this should be directed to the Fair Political Practices Commission at www.fppc.ca.gov or at 1-866-ASK-FPPC (1-866-275-3772).
A person with a
order to participate in the public meeting. Later requests will be accommodated to the extent feasible.
ESTATE OF:
PATRICIA D CRAWFORD AKA
PATRICIA CRAWFORD CASE NO
PROVA2600220
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors contingent creditors and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate or both of PATRICIA D CRAWFORD AKA
PATRICIA CRAWFORD
A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by LISA MACCARLEY in the Superior Court of California County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that LISA MACCARLEY be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action ) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/14/26 at 9:00AM in Dept F1 located at 17780 ARROW BLVD , FONTANA, CA 92335
IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney
pal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mail ng address: 2732 MELISSA STREET SAN BERNARDINO CA 92407 # of Employees: 1 Name: V&G VENTURE GROUP LLC 127 WEST 40TH STREET SAN BERNARDINO CA 92407 State of Inc /Org /Reg : CA Inc /Org /Reg No : B20260104449 This bus ness is/was conducted by (a/an): LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictit ous bus ness name
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
CHRISTOPHER R MILTON - SBN 220361 MILTONLAW LAW 2626 FOOTHILL BLVD STE 200 LA CRESCENTA CA 91214 Telephone (818) 463-3780 CNS-4029935# PUBLISHED COLTON COURIER 4/9,
A New Model for Schools? Fontana Unified Expands CrisisAlert,
Launches Derek Fisher’s Be Better Pilot
By Manny Sandoval
Fontana Unified School District closed out the spring with two new initiatives already in motion — one designed to speed emergency response on campuses, the other to give students new opportunities to build teamwork, leadership and mentorship skills.
The larger of the two efforts is the district’s expansion of the CENTEGIX CrisisAlert emergency response platform, a wearable badge system that allows staff to trigger different levels of alerts depending on the situation. The system has already been piloted at Sierra Lakes Elementary, Canyon Crest Elementary, Almeria Middle School and A.B. Miller High School.
Adam Perez, a Fontana Unified school board member who also works as a city detective, said the technology helps first responders move faster by pinpointing where help is needed.
“Seconds can save lives,” Perez said. “This gives us the ability to focus directly on where the threat or need is and respond as quickly as possible.”
Michael Garcia, the district’s chief of staff, said the platform has proven especially valuable in medical situations, when teachers need immediate help but cannot leave students unattended.
“What we’ve really seen is the value in medical distress situations,” Garcia said. “A teacher can stay with a student, press the badge and get help to that classroom quickly.”
District officials said the response at pilot campuses has been positive. Craig Baker, Fontana Unified’s associate superintendent of student services, said some early concerns centered on whether the badges could interfere with a pacemaker or track employees throughout the day, but those questions were addressed through training and support from the district’s school police department.
District leaders said they want to expand CrisisAlert districtwide, though additional funding will be needed. Perez said the broader rollout is expected to cost more than $1 million. The district recently secured a $418,000 investment, in partnership with San Bernardino County Supervisor Jesse Armendarez, to help continue the expansion.
Alongside that safety effort, Fontana Unified also launched a spring break pilot with Derek Fisher’s Be Better Foundation at Wayne Ruble Middle School.
The free program served 50 students during spring break and ran Tuesday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. District leaders said it included basketball instruction, but was designed more broadly to help students strengthen communication, collaboration and leadership skills.
Baker said the district intentionally began with one campus before weighing whether the program should expand further.
“We’re starting with a pilot at Wayne Ruble Middle School, where 50 students signed up to participate during spring break,” Baker said. “It included basketball skills, but it was also about leadership, teamwork and
collaboration.” Baker said the program’s purpose extended well beyond athletics.
“It’s not only about sharpening basketball skills,” Baker said. “A big part of it is learning how to communicate, work together and get along with one another. If you don’t have that skill set, it doesn’t work out so well.” Perez said conversations about bringing the program to Fontana Unified began around December 2025 after local connections introduced district leadership to the foundation. He said the partnership fit naturally with the district’s broader focus on after-school opportunities, mentorship and financial literacy.
“This foundation brings a powerful message,” Perez said. “It shows students that with consistency, accountability and strong mentorship, anything is possible.”
Perez said that message also aligns with financial literacy efforts already underway in the district. He pointed to Fontana Unified’s “Vital Reality” program, which places high school seniors in simulations involving rent, bills, credit and other real-life financial decisions. Garcia added that the district has also partnered with Junior Achievement of Southern California to support financial literacy programming for students and families.
Together, the two initiatives show how the district is trying to strengthen both safety and student support on campus.
“We want people to recognize the great work our staff is doing and the great things our students are doing,” Perez said.
Senate Education Committee Approves Cervantes’ Bill to Prevent CSU Faculty from AI Replacement
Community News
On April 15th, the Senate Education Committee approved Senate Bill 928 by Senator Sabrina Cervantes (D-Riverside) by unanimous vote. Senate Bill 928 is a California Faculty Association (CFA)-sponsored bill to prevent California State University (CSU) faculty from being replaced by AI. This bill would require that a faculty member and an instructor of record for a course must be human beings. SB 928 would protect the quality of education for students and teaching professionals, including CSU faculty
“We cannot overstate the value of being taught by a person,” said Senator Cervantes. “AI must be used in ways that improve the lives of workers, not undermine them. SB 928 proactively ensures that CSU students will have access to teachers who are expert scholars in their fields.” One impetus for introducing this measure was the February 2025 decision by CSU Chancellor Mildred García, without consulting faculty, staff, or students, to
partner with technology companies, including Alphabet (Google), AWS, Microsoft, and OpenAI, to make the CSU the first AI-powered university.
“The chancellor’s decision was made recklessly and without any guardrails,” said Margarita Berta-Ávila, CFA president and Sacramento State professor. “There was no forethought on how this would impact faculty jobs, instruction, and research, or how AI perpetuates harmful racial and gender biases and may introduce new forms of discrimination that endanger students’ mental health. These large corporations only seek profit, and the chancellor’s decision, motivated largely by financial interests as well, has made it significantly easier for all of them to prey on our campus community.”
“SB 928 highlights the personal connection, guidance, and expertise our CSU faculty provides that simply cannot be replaced by automation or artificial intelligence. In order to protect good union jobs and preserve the human element that makes our educational institutions the best in the world, we must ensure that California
keeps faculty human,” said Lorena Gonzalez, President of the California Federation of Labor Unions.
While CFA members do not inherently oppose the use of AI in the CSU system, they have expressed concerns about its potential role in faculty job replacement, violations of academic freedom and intellectual property, surveillance, and students’ critical thinking skills and emotional regulation.
Senator Cervantes, a strong advocate on this issue, previously authored two bills at the California Community College level—Assembly Bill 2370 and Senate Bill 241, both of which make clear that human beings must hold faculty and teaching positions. Governor Newsom signed both bills into law.
This bill is being co-sponsored by the California Federation of Labor Unions, which represents more than 1,300 unions and 2.3 million union members in manufacturing, retail, construction, hospitality, public sector, health care, entertainment, and other industries.
PHOTO FUSD
CENTEGIX CrisisAlert badges, now being expanded by Fontana Unified, allow school staff to send rapid alerts and speed response times during medical emergencies and campus crises.
PHOTO FUSD
A CENTEGIX demo badge displays the range of alert levels available to Fontana Unified staff, from campus lockdowns to medical emergencies and shelter-in-place responses.
