San Bernardino Valley College launched its 100th anniversary year with a festive Centennial Opening Ceremony and procession during Opening Day.
Gonfalons representing each academic division led the procession, accompanied by a drumline, drill team, and mascot Blue, while student-athletes cheered and each of
the college’s 100 years was marked in blue along the Centennial Walkway.
“As we celebrate our centennial, it is worth remembering and sharing with the world that San Bernardino Valley College is the model for the vision and promise of a community college education,” said President Gilbert J. Contreras. “SBVC is the first community college designed and built as a community college. All California community colleges that predate SBVC
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Twere converted from other purposes. We are also proud to be the first ‘Valley College’ in California.”
San Bernardino Community College District Chancellor Diana Z. Rodriguez, SBVC's former president, was also on hand to wish the college a “happy 100th birthday,” adding that its employees “all focus on what students need most to be success-
he future of the Inland Empire’s economy depends on empowering local entrepreneurs with the resources they need to succeed, according to leaders at the inaugural State of the Inland Empire Entrepreneurship Address & Awards.
Held August 23 at Entrepreneur High School and hosted by the Time for Change Foundation’s Black and Brown Opportunity for Profit (BBOP) Academy, the event spotlighted the vital role of small businesses in shaping the region’s resilience and growth.
“We’re super excited to be here today because we want to let the Inland Empire know about what is going on with entrepreneurship and why it’s so important,” said Vanessa Perez, executive director of the BBOP Academy. “It’s important to us because we know that small businesses and entrepreneurs build our local economy.
Everything we need to devel-
op this city is right here… we have the gifts, we have the talents. But what they need is information and capital—so we’re here to talk about that and share resources.”
Perez stressed that entrepreneurship is workforce development, urging the community to invest in the entrepreneurs who keep local economies alive.
“Let’s get together and make sure we pour into the local businesses that are here so that they can feel appreciated and be developed and stay in this community because everything we need is right here,” she said.
Leslie Galvan, communications coordinator for the BBOP Center, said the organization aims to anchor itself as a leader in entrepreneurial development by connecting small businesses and students alike with practical tools and mentorship.
“The BBOP center wants to establish itself as a thought leader here in the entrepreneurial space,” Galvan said.
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PHOTO MANNY SANDOVAL Shannon Martin beams with joy as she accepts The EmpowerHer Award for The GuudSeed Company during the awards portion of the event.
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SBVC’s Centennial Opening Day procession featured gonfalons for each college division leading students, faculty, staff, and administrators to the historic auditorium.
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- ful, and that’s what’s most important.”
Along with the centennial celebration, SBVC launched its Valley Up! Initiative, a five-year strategic plan, and introduced the Centennial Giving Challenge, a fundraising competition among employees to support student scholarships and programs.
Founded in 1926 as San Bernardino Union Junior College, SBVC first held classes at San Bernardino and Colton High Schools while construction was completed on its original campus. Nearly a century later, SBVC continues to grow with modern facilities such as the Applied Technology Building, sustained enrollment growth, record-breaking graduating classes, and more degrees and certificates available than ever before.
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- Bringing in powerful panelists that are actively doing the work and bringing that entrepreneurial mindset to students is exactly what Entrepreneur High School is bringing to the youth. We are a city that can thrive, and all we need is support from key stakeholders.”
In honor of the centennial, SBVC will host a slate of celebratory community events over the next year. For more information and a calendar of events, visit valleycollege.edu/100.
Galvan highlighted access to capital, information, and networks as the pillars of BBOP’s mission. “If you’re getting a no, you’re not talking to the right person,” she said. “It’s truly important that we’re setting these entrepreneurs to succeed by providing these resources… Our business academy helps build, grow and scale a business in English and Spanish and is self-paced. This is an opportunity for any entrepreneur ready to take their business idea to the next level and build a profitable and investible business and ensure that we are bringing that business to the IE and not taking it anywhere else.”
Workshops offered by the BBOP Academy every Tuesday and Thursday cover essentials like forming an LLC, navigating small business taxes, and integrating artificial intelligence into operations.
These sessions, Galvan noted, are designed to give local founders the tools to grow their ventures while keeping their businesses rooted in the Inland Empire.
Michael Padilla, executive director of
learning and program development at Entrepreneur High School, said the partnership with BBOP grew naturally from their shared mission of uplifting local entrepreneurs.
“We always want to recognize and create opportunities for community members,” Padilla said. “That’s how our partnership with the BBOP Academy aligned.”
He explained that the idea stemmed from the school’s annual student pitch competitions. “Our students create businesses and at the end of the year we do pitch competitions to see who moves on to the accelerated program,” Padilla said. “BBOP wanted to do an adult pitch competition and get the community involved, so I said let’s do it. That community pitch competition is what sparked the idea for this event.”
Padilla added that after hosting the pitch competition, the two organizations agreed in summer 2025 to expand their collaboration and create a larger community event, which ultimately became the State of the Inland Empire Entrepreneurship Address & Awards.
Perez and Padilla presented awards to local business recipients, closing the event by affirming that entrepreneurship is more than innovation—it is the foundation of workforce development and economic vitality in the Inland Empire.
Cedar House Braces for $30M Expansion as Waitlists and Bed Shortages Endanger Recovery
By Manny Sandoval
In San Bernardino and Riverside counties, people seeking addiction treatment often face a devastating roadblock: a waitlist. Those ready to begin recovery may be told it will take 30 to 60 days before a bed opens — a delay that can lead to relapse, overdose, or death.
“There’s that moment of clarity people have when they want treatment,” said Jake Strommen, marketing and outreach coordinator at Cedar House Life Change Center. “Then you get told you have to wait 30–60 days. Tomorrow isn’t promised.”
Cedar House, located at 18612 Santa Ana Ave. in Bloomington, operates 125 beds — men housed in the front section, women in the back. But with thousands seeking help annually, demand far outweighs capacity. In 2023 alone, 3,277 individuals entered treatment at Cedar House, which delivered more than 53,968 hours of care for high-intensity consumers and 8,777 hours for those in lower-level programs.
The center reported a 97% overall satisfaction rate among consumers, with more than 50% of sobering center clients placed into treatment. At its stabilization unit in Riverside, more than 90% of individuals transitioned into long-term recovery programs. Despite these successes, waitlists remain the harsh reality, one that Cedar House hopes to ease with a major expansion.
The nonprofit secured a $30 million Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program grant that will fund a new two-story facility on the back section of its Bloomington campus. Construction is set to begin in 2026 and will add 70 new beds to its existing 125. Every Cedar House treatment plan is individualized.
Residents receive three meals a day, group therapy sessions, one-on-one counseling, and access to licensed vocational nurses and nurse practitioners who oversee medical needs and medications. Withdrawal management is a cornerstone of Cedar House’s work, with staff trained to guide patients through the dangers of detox, especially alcohol withdrawal, which can be fatal if not monitored properly.
Programs extend beyond residential care. Cedar House provides medication-assisted treatment, perinatal services at Maple House, sober living at Sanctuary House, outpatient programs, overdose prevention training, and alumni support. Roughly 30% to 40% of its medical population is unhoused, many using the center as a primary residence after living in cars or being displaced from family.
Central to Cedar House’s approach is the Matrix Model, a 16-week evidence-based outpatient program that blends group counseling, relapse prevention, family education, and 12-Step facilitation. Developed in response to the cocaine epidemic, it remains one of the most effective treatments for stimulant addictions. “Addiction is not just behavior — it’s a chemical imbalance that can be passed down,” Strommen said. “The research has been done, and the stigma needs to be dropped.”
The goal, Strommen explained, is to meet clients where they are. “Each recovery treatment is tailored to them,” he said. “We want them to stay, to finish, but ultimately they have the right to leave. Our hope is that the compassion they find here brings them back.”
For some, that compassion makes all the difference. Nikki’s story reflects both the depths of addiction and the resilience of recovery. She first realized alcohol was destroying her life in 2012 — the year her body col-
lapsed under the weight of years of abuse. She was rushed to the hospital, where her heart stopped and CPR was performed for six minutes and 38 seconds before she was revived.
Though she survived, Nikki’s struggle was far from over. She stayed sober for two years through Alcoholics Anonymous but relapsed, her drinking escalating to as much as six liters of vodka a week. The addiction brought hallucinations, psychosis, legal troubles, and family struggles — all while she cared for her son, who had cerebral palsy and serious medical needs.
Her breaking point came after her son’s health crises and, eventually, his death in November 2022. Devastated, Nikki turned to Cedar House’s outpatient program, where she found accountability, therapy, and most importantly, a community that never judged her relapses. “The people at Cedar House believed in me, even when I couldn’t believe in myself,” Nikki said. “They gave me a safe place to come back to — without judgment — every single time.”
With her counselor’s encouragement, Nikki pursued her dream of becoming a psychiatric technician. She enrolled at Mt. San Antonio College, completed the program, and graduated valedictorian in June 2025. Today, she is sober, preparing for her state board exams, and continuing her growth while helping others in recovery.
Stories like Nikki’s, Strommen said, capture the heart of Cedar House’s mission. “Addiction touches every corner of our community,” he said. “At Cedar House, we’re not just helping individuals recover — we’re helping families heal and transforming entire communities for years to come.”
Fontana Street Vendors Deserve Dignity, Not Discrimination
By Javier Hernandez, Executive Director, Inland Coalition for Immigrant Justice
In cities across California, street vendors are a vibrant part of our neighborhoods. They are entrepreneurs and providers of affordable food and goods for working families. From the frutas frescas on a hot summer day to the tamales sold outside a church service, vendors help weave the fabric of community life. Yet in Fontana, instead of being treated with dignity and respect, these hardworking entrepreneurs have been targeted, criminalized, and pushed out.
That is why our coalition, together with courageous vendors, is taking the City of Fontana to court. We have filed a lawsuit to challenge the city’s unlawful and unconstitutional vending rules. For years, we tried to work with city leaders in good faith, but they refused to listen. This lawsuit is not our first choice; it is a type of last resort after every other door was closed on us.
Fontana's mayor, Acquanetta Warren, has led an unrelenting assault on street vendors and immigrant families since 2010, when she publicly supported Arizona's SB1070 law that targeted immigrants. Instead of building bridges with the community, she has chosen to demonize working people and stand with big business interests. Her record and rhetoric align closely with anti-immigrant politics, prioritizing punishment over partnership, exclusion over inclusion.
The result has been devastating. Vendors, many of whom are immigrants, seniors, and parents, face harassment, tickets, and fines. The truth is, they are small business owners doing what countless families have done for generations, working hard to provide for their children and contribute to the local economy. And many national success stories began with street vendors, Carl’s Jr. started as a hot dog stand, Pink’s Hot Dogs grew
from a pushcart. Taco Bell’s roots trace back to a food stand in San Bernardino. By targeting vendors today, Fontana is not only violating state law but also attacking the very values of fairness and opportunity that should define our community.
Street vending is not a crime, and in 2018, California passed SB 946, the Safe Sidewalk Vending Act, to decriminalize sidewalk vending and protect entrepreneurs from discriminatory enforcement. Fontana’s current rules undermine that law. Instead of creating pathways for vendors to operate safely and legally, the city has designed barriers meant to drive them out altogether.
This lawsuit is about more than one group of vendors or one city’s destructive policies. It is about what kind of community we want to be. Do we stand with working families, immigrants, and entrepreneurs who bring life and culture to our neighborhoods? Or do we stand with politicians who would rather silence and punish them in the name of corporate and right-wing political interests?
We choose the side of justice. We choose the side of dignity. We choose to stand with vendors who deserve the same respect and opportunities as any other small business owner. We will NOT be silenced or intimidated.
The Inland Empire is stronger because of our vendors. They embody the resilience, creativity, and determination that define immigrant communities. It is time for Fontana, and all cities, to abandon failed policies of criminalization and instead embrace an approach that uplifts and empowers street entrepreneurs.
Our lawsuit is one step in that fight. But actual change will come when we shift our policies and our mindset to recognize vendors for who they are: community builders, job creators, and human beings deserving of dignity.
10 Sensory-Friendly Autumn Activities for Kids with Autism
By Matt Rokowsky, CEO at Above and Beyond Therapy
Autumn is here! This incredible season brings a shift in the world that’s hard to ignore. The air turns crisp, leaves transform into a palette of red, orange, and gold, and routines settle into the rhythm of school days and shorter evenings. While many children revel in the seasonal fun that comes with fall, children with autism may experience these changes differently. Sensory sensitivities, difficulty with transitions, and unfamiliar social expectations can make fall traditions challenging.
As the CEO of Above and Beyond Therapy, where we provide personalized ABA therapy in Colorado, I’ve seen firsthand how, through thoughtful planning and sensory-friendly adaptations, autumn can be transformed into a season of discovery, comfort, and joy for children with autism. To help families embrace this beautiful time of year, here are 10 sensory-friendly autumn activities designed especially for kids with autism.
Nature Walks: Exploring the Outdoors at a Comfortable Pace
One of the simplest yet most effective sensory-friendly activities is a nature walk through a quiet park or trail. The rich visuals of falling leaves, the crunch underfoot, and the cool breeze offer a multi-sensory experience that can be calming and grounding. For children who may be sensitive to noise or unexpected stimulation, choosing less crowded times (like weekday mornings) can make the experience more manageable. Allowing the child to collect natural items such as pinecones or acorns also creates opportunities for tactile exploration and imaginative play.
Leaf Rubbing: A Gentle and Creative Indoor Activity
Leaf rubbing is a gentle, creative indoor activity that invites kids to explore texture and pattern in a low-stimulation environment. All that’s needed are leaves, paper, and crayons. Children place the leaf under the paper and gently rub over it with the side of a crayon to reveal the design. This can be a soothing and focused art project that helps build fine motor skills while also reinforcing nature vocabulary and observation skills.
Sensory Bins with Autumn Themes
Sensory bins with autumn themes are another engaging option. These can be filled with dried corn, uncooked rice dyed in fall colors, cinnamon sticks, mini pumpkins, felt leaves, or acorns. Children can scoop, sort, and explore the items at their own pace. The tactile feedback from these materials can be very regulating for sensory seekers, and for kids who are sensory avoidant, the activity can be tailored with gloves or tools to help them feel comfortable.
Adding scent in subtle ways (like a drop of apple or pumpkin spice essential oil) can gently introduce olfactory input, but should always be tested cautiously based on a child’s specific sensitivities.
Baking: A Multisensory Learning Experience
Baking is a wonderful multisensory experience! Making a simple fall recipe (like pumpkin muffins or apple crisp) can become a rich learning opportunity. Measuring, stirring, and pouring all support executive function and fine motor
development, while the smells and tastes of fall offer natural sensory exploration. For children with food aversions or sensitivities, baking can be used purely as a process activity with no pressure to eat the final product.
Creating a visual recipe chart can help children with autism follow along step by step, which will reduce anxiety and increase independence.
Pumpkin Decorating: A SensoryFriendly Alternative
Pumpkin decorating is another favorite fall tradition that can easily be adapted for sensory preferences. Instead of traditional pumpkin carving, which involves slippery textures and the potential discomfort of handling pumpkin guts, consider painting, using stickers, or attaching craft materials like googly eyes and pipe cleaners. These alternatives can be much more enjoyable for children who are sensitive to messy or strongsmelling activities. Providing tools like paint brushes or foam dabbers can also offer more control over the sensory experience.
Reading Autumn-Themed Books to Build Seasonal Awareness
Reading autumn-themed books is an excellent way to build seasonal awareness while supporting language development. Books with predictable text, engaging visuals, or sensory elements (like touch-and-feel books) can be particularly effective for kids with autism. After reading, children can draw their favorite part of the story or act out scenes with toys. This helps with comprehension and imaginative play.
Creating a Fall-Themed Calm-Down Corner
Creating a fall-themed calm-down corner is a valuable strategy during a stimulating season. This space can include soft blankets, fall-scented diffusers (if appropriate), noise-canceling headphones, fidget toys, and calming visuals like pictures of autumn landscapes. This designated area gives the child a safe retreat when they feel overwhelmed. Including autumn-themed visuals (like falling leaves) reinforces seasonal concepts while providing comfort.
Fall Obstacle Courses That Combine Movement and Sensory Regulation
For children who enjoy structured tasks and movement, a fall obstacle course can be a fun way to combine physical play with sensory regulation. Whether it’s indoors or outdoors, the course can include activities like stepping over pumpkins, crawling under leaf garlands, or jumping onto pictures of autumn objects. Each section of the course can be adapted for the child's sensory preferences and physical ability. Clear visual instructions or cue cards can also make it more accessible!
Arts and Crafts Using Natural Materials
Arts and crafts using natural materials are another gentle yet engaging way to connect with the season. Children can make collages using leaves, twigs, or seeds, or decorate paper trees with fingerprint leaves in fall colors. These kinds of projects offer opportunities for creativity, texture exploration, and color identification, all within a relaxed and familiar setting. For kids who may resist messy activities, providing tools like brushes or gloves can help reduce sensory discomfort.
Ontario Unveils Southern California’s Largest Sports and Entertainment District
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The City of Ontario is unveiling its most ambitious placemaking initiative yet: the Ontario Sports Empire, a 200-acre sports and entertainment complex that blends professional sports, community recreation, and year-round events into one destination.
Anchoring the development is a new 6,500-capacity Minor League Baseball stadium, future home of the Los Angeles Dodgers’ Single-A affiliate. Rising near Riverside Drive and Vineyard Avenue, just south of the 60 Freeway, it is set to open in April 2026.
At build-out, the complex will be the largest sports complex of its kind in Southern California—delivering much-needed public athletic amenities and transforming the city’s southern gateway into a hub for competition, entertainment, and community life.
“The Sports Empire is a testament to the vision of our City Council,” said City Manager Scott Ochoa. “Ontario’s baseball roots run deep, from generations of local leagues to historic community ballfields. The Ontario Sports Empire builds on that legacy with a modern venue and a complete sports complex — a place for families to gather, play, compete, and connect for decades to come.”
Inside the Build
The Professional Stadium (Opening April 2026)
Fans will experience a series of themed “neighborhoods” around the stadium, each offering distinct atmospheres, concessions, and activities:
The Patio (Party Zone): Social space with El Patio Bar and casual concessions, ideal for groups.
The Airfield (Kids Zone / Food Hall): Playgrounds, splash pad, food hall, historic plane display, lawn seating, and field views.
The Tarmac (Fan Zone): Concessions, team store, seating areas, and stadium entry.
Arrivals: Main entry plaza styled like an airport drop-
off with Italian Market concessions.
The Ground Stop: Premium behind-home-plate area with bar, VIP entry, concessions, and batting cage access.
The Flight Deck: Elevated club and suite patios, digital viewing areas, and center bar.
Legends Walk: Baseball artwork, market concessions, home team entry, and concourse suites.
The stadium will feature more than 75,000 square feet of food and beverage offerings. Seating will include 4,500 fixed seats, berms, and terraced viewing areas. A 1,000-space parking structure will serve the venue, with pads reserved for future amenities.
Community Sports Complex (Opening October 2026)
Wrapping around the stadium, the complex will feature:
▪ championship fields
Eight baseball/softball diamonds, including two
Eight full-size soccer fields
▪ football
▪ Multi-use athletic fields for sports such as flag
Six concession stands and two championship
▪ plazas with shaded seating
▪ square feet
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Three playgrounds totaling more than 27,000
A family activity area and public art installations
Designed with local athletes in mind, the complex will give Ontario’s youth leagues, school teams, and community programs access to high-quality fields and facilities previously unavailable in the region. It will also host regional and national tournaments, attracting visitors while ensuring residents have year-round access to top-tier recreational spaces.
To support these events and ease neighborhood traffic, Vineyard Avenue will be extended, and a new sixlevel parking structure along it will add 1,300 spaces.
Mounted on the structure’s east side, a 152-by-51-foot jumbotron will face into the complex, streaming live games and event coverage for families and spectators in the activity area.
Stadium Village
At the heart of the district’s entertainment and hospitality hub, the Stadium Village will feature:
A 227-room full-service hotel catering to traveling ▪ league families and visiting fans, providing accommodations steps from the stadium and sports complex
Retail and dining corridors offering a range of food ▪ and shopping options
Public gathering spaces designed for events, mee- ▪ tups, and community activities
With more than 1.2 million visitors expected each year, it will bring the district’s energy to life — offering places to stay, dine, and connect.
“The Ontario Sports Empire will be a regional magnet for athletes, fans, and families,” said Jennifer McLain Hiramoto, Executive Economic Development Director. “The Stadium Village will channel that energy into our local economy — supporting jobs, attracting new investment, and solidifying Ontario’s position as one of Southern California’s premier sports and entertainment destinations.”
Looking Ahead
With construction milestones on track for next year’s openings, the development will soon welcome its newest tenant — the Los Angeles Dodgers’ Single-A affiliate.
The team will host a free community celebration at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at Ontario Town Square to unveil its name, mascot, and merchandise.
The evening will feature live music, a drone show, and special appearances, kicking off the countdown to Opening Day at the new stadium in April 2026.
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Spanning 200 acres near Riverside Drive and Vineyard Avenue, the future site of the Ontario Sports Empire is set to transform the city’s southern gateway into the largest sports and entertainment complex of its kind in Southern California.
Blue Envelope Program Trains 200+ in San Bernardino, Builds Inclusive Public Safety Model for People with Disabilities
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On August 23, 2025, Inland Regional Center (IRC), in partnership with the Autism Society Inland Empire (ASIE), hosted its second scenario-based Blue Envelope Program training at IRC’s San Bernardino campus. The event was made possible through Language Access and Cultural Competency (LACC) funding provided by the Department of Developmental Services (DDS).
The training welcomed more than 200 participants, including individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), such as autism, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and intellectual disabilities, along with members of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) community, parents, caregivers, community members, and a broad range of first responders from San Bernardino and Riverside Counties.
Agencies Represented San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department (SBCSD), San Bernardino City Police Department, San Bernardino County Fire Department, San Bernardino County Fire Marshal’s Office, Menifee Police Department, Fontana Police Department, Chino Police Department, Ontario Police Department, Upland Police Department, and American Medical Response/Reach Air Medical.
The event also welcomed representatives from Congresswoman Norma Torres’ office, who are exploring the introduction of a national Blue Envelope bill inspired by the success of San Bernardino County’s pilot project.
Interactive Training Scenarios
Participants observed and engaged in realistic, handson scenarios designed to strengthen communication and safety during public safety encounters. These scenarios not only help participants gain the knowledge needed to make informed decisions about using Blue Envelope materials, but also supported officers, deputies, fire, and EMS personnel in building a deeper understanding of individuals with I/DD or who are DHH. At the conclusion of the interactive training session, each participant received Blue Envelope swag, which included two car decals, a lanyard, a bracelet, a license plate cover, a pin, and a keychain, along with a Health Passport provided by ASIE.
Program Impact
Sgt. Nathan Weiske of the Fontana Police Department added:
“The Blue Envelope Program has been a game changer for our department. It has given us a tangible way to connect with individuals who have I/DD or who may be DHH. This program not only improves communication during critical encounters but also strengthens our outreach to underserved members of the community, ensuring they know we are here to protect and serve them with respect and understanding.”
Beth Burt, Executive Director of the Autism Society Inland Empire, shared:
"The Blue Envelope Program exemplifies what's possible when communities come together to prioritize safety, dignity, and inclusion. This training was a powerful demonstration of how first responders, family members, and individuals with Autism, developmental
disabilities, and Deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals can build mutual understanding through empathy and education. We are proud to partner with Inland Regional Center and these law enforcement agencies to expand this life-changing initiative. Together, we are creating a model for inclusive public safety that can inspire communities nationwide."
Building Community Attendees enjoyed refreshments provided by 24 Hour Home Care and participated in informal conversations with first responders before and after the training. These moments reinforced the value of personal connection and collaboration between public safety professionals and the communities they serve.
The San Bernardino County Blue Envelope Program, co-developed by IRC, ASIE, and the SBCSD, was created in response to community concerns about the safety of individuals with I/DD and the DHH community during law enforcement encounters. Unlike DMV-based models in other states, it is voluntary, privacy-preserving, and community-driven.
The program offers multiple communication tools— blue envelopes, lanyards, seatbelt covers, and keychains—so individuals can choose what best supports their needs without mandatory disclosure.
Since 2023, IRC has embedded I/DD awareness and Blue Envelope training into the SBCSD Academy CIT and expanded it to probation, fire, EMS, emergency operations personnel, bus drivers, and school police. This coordinated approach has positioned San Bernardino County as a national leader in inclusive public safety practices.
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Representatives from agencies including the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, Fontana Police Department, and Autism Society Inland Empire take part in the Blue Envelope Program training.
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A young attendee embraces one of the support service dogs at the Blue Envelope Program training, highlighting the event’s
safety education.
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SUMMONSCross-Complaint (CITACION JUDICIALCONTRADEMANDA) NOTICE To CrossDefendant: (AVISO a ContraDemandado): SECRETARIA DE LA DEFENSA NACIONAL a government department of the UNITED MEXICAN STATES; THRUST-TECH, INC a Florida corporation; AVIANCE GLOBAL AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE, aka AVIANCE GLOBAL INC a Florida corporation; HEINRICH RAHN an individual; PHILLIP EDINBOROUGH an individual; MONICA JOHNSON, an individual; and ROES 1 through 10 YOU ARE BEING SUED BY CROSSCOMPLAINANT: (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL CONTRADEMANDANTE) THRESHOLD TECHNOLOGIES INC
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money and property may be taken without further warning from the court There are other legal requirements You may want to call an attorney right away If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service If you cannot afford an attorney you may be eligible for free legal serv ces from a nonprofit legal services program You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www lawhelpcaliforn a org) the California Courts Onl ne Help Center (www court info ca gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10 000 or more in a civil case The court s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case Tiene 30 DIAS CALENDARIOS después de que le entreguen esta citacíon y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al contrademandante Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto s desea que procesen su caso en la corte Es possible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y mas informac ón en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www sucorte ca gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que la corte que le quede más cerca Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación p da al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia Hay otros requisitos legales Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados Si no puede pagar a un bogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services
w w w l a w h e l p c a l i f o r n i a o r g en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www sucorte ca gov), o oniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costo extenos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10 000 ó mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso
The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es) San Bernardino District –Civil Division 247 West Third Street San Bernardino CA 92415-0210
The name address and telephone number of crosscomplainant s attorney or cross-complainant without an attorney is: (El nombre la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del contrademandante, o del contrademandante que no tiene abogado, es) Paul S Metsch Metsch & Mason LLP 5060 N Harbor Drive
ZM Trucks, a leading manufacturer of next-generation zero-emission commercial vehicles, will celebrate the grand opening of its U.S. headquarters and assembly facility in Fontana, Calif., on Aug. 28, 2025. The event will include the U.S. debut of the company’s ZM8 commercial truck, underscoring its commitment to delivering sustainable, cost-effective solutions for American fleets.
The new facility spans 9.67 acres and includes a 210,000-square-foot factory floor, located approximately 49 miles from downtown Los Angeles. This event also marks the relocation of the company’s regional headquarters to Fontana, solidifying ZM Trucks’ long-term commitment to advancing sustainable transportation solutions in the United States.
said Joost de Vries, global chief executive officer of ZM Trucks. “Our investment in Fontana demonstrates that commercial EVs are not just viable, they’re a superior solution for urban truck operators, delivering lower costs, higher performance, and a smarter path toward total Cost of Ownership.”
The grand opening builds on a series of milestones for ZM Trucks in the U.S. this year, including the unveiling of the T75 terminal tractor, a fully electric vehicle designed to meet the demanding needs of logistics and port operations, and recently announced strategic partnerships with industry leaders, including Merlin Group, FleetNet, and more.
The company’s U.S. expansion comes against the backdrop of significant policy and market headwinds. Federal EV tax credits are scheduled to phase out under the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” At the same time, the $5 billion federal program for charging infrastructure, frozen earlier this year, has only recently
been restarted with new, pared-down guidelines. At the same time, the Federal Government is rolling back key greenhouse gas regulations, including vehicle and power-plant emissions standards, creating further uncertainty for long-term climate policy. On-again-offagain tariffs and shifting trade policies continue to disrupt global supply chains.
Still, ZM Trucks sees opportunity. Transportation accounts for 6.7% of U.S. GDP and nearly 28% of greenhouse gas emissions.
By delivering vehicles that outperform diesel trucks on total cost of ownership and emissions, ZM Trucks aims to play a pivotal role in reshaping the U.S. commercial fleet landscape.
For more information on ZM Trucks and its lineup of zero-emission commercial vehicles, please visit zmtrucks.com.
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A presenter speaks to attendees inside ZM Trucks’ new 210,000-square-foot U.S. headquarters and assembly facility at 14650 Miller Ave. in Fontana during the grand opening event, which featured the debut of the ZM8 commercial truck, guided factory tours, and zero-emission vehicle test drives.
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ZM Trucks’ zero-emission commercial fleet, including the newly unveiled ZM8, was on full display during the company’s Fontana grand opening, showcasing next-generation electric vehicles built for logistics, urban delivery, and port operations.
