W e e k l y RIALTO RECORD
Vol 22, NO. 15
Dec ember 21, 2023
R i a l t o M a y o r P r o Te m A n d y C a r r i z a l e s B r i n g s Wa r m t h t o 1 K S t u d e n t s w i t h " Jo y f o r Ja c k e t s " E v e n t
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Mayor Pro Tem Andy Carrizales assisting a child with her new jacket at the event.
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Rialto Fire and Police Department stopping by to assist with traffic and crowd control at the event.
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Carrizales organizing jackets before the 5PM rush on December 14, 2023.
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emonstrating a remarkable commitment to his community, Rialto Mayor Pro Tem Andy Carrizales marked the 10th annual "Joy for Jackets" event on December 14, bringing comfort and joy to the students of Rialto Unified
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The 10th Annual Joy For Jackets is made possible with the support of 12+ community partners.
School District. This year's event was particularly significant, with nearly 1,000 jackets donated, symbolizing a decade of sustained community support and care.
The initiative began a decade ago at Carrizales's Coffee Nutzz shop and emerged from a desire to offer something more lasting than the typical holiday gifts.
Carrizales, a father of four, recognized winter jackets' lasting value and necessity.
He and his wife set the tradition in motion by purchasing and donating the first batch of jackets, sparking a tradition that has grown in magnitude and impact. Jackets, cont. on next pg.
City Of Rialto Awarded Funding For Spec ial ize d Fire Se r vice Ve h i c l e F r o m S u p e r v i s o r Jo e B a c a , J r.
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Rialto Fire Department and City Council accepting a $150,000 check from Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr.
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upervisor Joe Baca, Jr. has allocated county funds for a new, specialized medium-duty truck for the Rialto Fire Department. This effort is part of a broader commitment to improve local emergency response and to enhance the California Fire Service and Rescue Mutual Aid Plan.
"The safety and well-being of our communities is a top priority," said Supervisor Baca, Jr. "This investment in the Rialto Fire Department highlights our commitment to ensuring that our first responders have the best tools and equipment at their disposal to handle emergencies effectively." The acquisition of this medium-duty truck is in line with the county’s ongoing efforts to support and enhance emergency services throughout the region. It represents a significant step in improving the fire service’s
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operational efficiency and response effectiveness in Rialto and surrounding areas. The specialized vehicle, equipped with necessary accessories, advanced rescue tools, state-of-the-art communication equipment, lights, sirens, and identifying decals, symbolizes a tangible improvement in preparedness and response capabilities, particularly in addressing the unique challenges faced by fire and rescue personnel. Rialto Fire, cont. on next pg.