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By Dr. G (Dr. Luis S. González) community writer

Th e C o l t o n N i g h t h a w k s h a v e secured their place in the prestigious Connie Mack World Series (CMWS), set July 20-29 in Farmington, N e w M e x i c o T h e t e a m ' s t i c k e t w a s punched after clinching the championship at the western regional qualifying tournament on July 5 in Irvine, California

This local baseball club, composed of 1718-year-old players, will make its fifth consecutive appearance at the CMWS They join the Southern California Renegades as the only teams from California to qualify for the tournament

Under the guidance of Coach Reuben Montano, the Nighthawks triumphed over the GBG Inland Empire squad in the qualifying championship game with a resounding 11-0 victory The Nighthawks remained undefeated throughout the tournament and conceded only one run in their last five games

Chad Horton, the team's standout pitcher, threw a one-hit shutout in the championship game, pitching five innings and striking out five batters "Horton is a player who won't overpower you on the mound, but he'll lull you into a false sense of security," Montano said "He's a solid lefty with good stuff, which will make batters work to get on base " The impressive pitching perf o r m a n c e s o f J o s h To r r e s a n d J o s h Martinez bolstered the Nighthawks' journey to the finals "We've got the right balance of pitching that comes in handy at Connie Mack," Montano added

Founded in 1994 by John Prieto and Reuben Montano, the Colton Nighthawks were established to provide a summer base-

Baseball ball program for young men wanting to play after the Colton High School baseball season ended For 26 years, Prieto and Montano have dedicated their time, energy, and personal finances to create a high-energy, high-profile, and high-commitment program Many of their players have gone on to play baseball in college and even professionally

"Our goal is to keep the Nighthawks going as long as possible," Prieto said, adding,

"And to continue pushing the kids to follow their dreams and excel in whatever they do " With this mission in mind, the Colton Nighthawks will undoubtedly continue to be a formidable presence on the baseball field, an organization that instills pride in all of us Congratulations to the Colton Nighthawks baseball team, and best of luck in Farmington

With the Nighthawks' entry, only two spots remain open for the complete 12-team line-up at the CMWS The final teams will be determined during the week- end qualifying tournaments in Farmington and Oklahoma

For more information about CITY TALK, various community groups, Colton history, the trash clean-up project, the GTeam, prayer list, history briefs, Veteran spotlight, Church Spotlight, Business spotlight, U S Flag Watch, neighborhood meetings, community projects, and events, or the online live-stream programs, contact Dr González at 909-213-3730 Questions and comments are always welcome

Music Changing Lives’ State of the Youth Confer ence Foster s Civic Enga gement, Advocacy, and Sustainability via Cr eative Expr ession Among IE Youth

By Manny Sandoval

The Music Changing Lives (MCL) organization, in partnership with the Changing Lives Association and The California Endowment, hosted its second annual State of the Youth Conference from June 22-24 at San Bernardino Valley College The conference, themed "Creative Expression & Sustainability," provided a platform for 45 local students, aged 13-34, from San Bernardino, Rialto, and Colton, to engage in civic advocacy and learn how to generate action against pressing social issues

Josiah Bruny, Founder and CEO of Music Changing Lives said, "The second annual State of the Youth Conference aims to empower the youth in our community by teaching them how to become civically engaged in advocacy and generate action against the most pressing issues in and across our communities today We are striving to provide a platform to equitably uplift the voices of the next generation of leaders addressing racial, economic, and social issues "

The conference offered three tracks with nine workshops, daily meals, live entertainment, art activities, team-building exercises, and valuable college, financial aid, apprenticeships, and employment information Keynote speakers included Michael Wiafe, the newly appointed Education Policy Associate in the Office of California Governor Gavin Newsom, and Mike Africa Jr , an activist, writer, speaker, stage performer, and hip hop artist whose life story is featured in the HBO Max documentary "40 Years a Prisoner "

One of the conference's highlights was the "Art of Sustainability" presentation by Joyce Jong, a Senior Project Manager for the City of Riverside and a third-generation poultry farmer Jong emphasized the importance of sustainability in managing resources, serving communities, and maintaining resources for future generations She also highlighted the significant role of agriculture in the U S economy and job market, contributing $5 billion to the local economy in the Inland Empire alone

Jong warned of the potential impact of climate change on the region, with predictions of an increase in extreme heat days that could affect crop production and lead to desertification She encouraged the younger generation to consider ca- reers in agriculture, mainly as greenhouse technology specialists, citing the availability of scholarships through the Next Gen Farmer Training Program at San Andreas High School in San Bernardino

The conference concluded with an outdoor reception, participant headshots, certificates, and a concert by MCL Despite a smaller turnout this year, participants engaged more actively, benefiting from the intimate setting

The conference's three-day schedule was packed with various workshops designed to equip the participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to become active community contributors

The first day focused on civic engagement, college and career pathways, and health and wellness On the second day, they delved into entrepreneurship, business finance, and generational wealth The final day was dedicated to creative expression, creating NFTs, and leadership

The workshops were divided into three groups based on the participants' ages, ensuring the content was relevant and age-appropriate This year's smaller group size allowed for more personalized interactions and in-depth discussions, leading to a more enriching experience for the participants

The conference's focus on creative expression and sustainability was a strategic initiative addressing racial, economic, and social issues The goal was to create comically engaged leaders through artivism, a combination of art and activism This unique approach allowed the participants to express their thoughts and ideas creatively while advocating for community change

The conference's success was a testament to the power of community engagement and the potential of the youth to bring about positive change As Bruny stated, "I look forward to our annual conferences and changing the narrative towards progress "

The State of the Youth Conference is a shining example of how organizations like Music Changing Lives, the Changing Lives Association, and The California Endowment are making a difference in the lives of young people By providing them with the tools and platform to voice their concerns and ideas, these organizations are helping to shape the next generation of leaders

ReWritten’s T hriving 5K Run f or Father less Youth in San Ber nardino Shar pens Community Enga gement, Runner s Endur e Homeless and DUI Driver

By Manny Sandoval

Downtown San Bernardino was buzzing with both excitement and unexpected adversity last Sunday as nearly 100 runners braved drizzling rain for the second annual "Race for ReWritten," a charity 5K event designed to bring both funding and awareness to underserved and fatherless youth in the community

The nonprofit organization

ReWritten, led by CEO Frank Perez, has been on a mission for the last decade to provide mentoring, academic support, and scholarships for underserved youth The organization primarily focuses on fatherless children, representing 98 percent of its demographic The 5K event marks a significant fundraising opportunity to maintain and expand these crucial programs

"This event goes beyond the funding," Perez explained; his passion for his work is evident in his tone "We want to raise awareness about the issue of fatherless homes and also help breathe life back into downtown San Bernardino "

The runners embarked on their 3 1-mile journey from the front of the Enterprise Building, looping twice around a route that spanned 15 city blocks While last year's event faced a blistering heat of 98 degrees, this year's participants enjoyed the refreshing respite of a drizzle "Everyone was happy with the drizzle," Perez noted

In a strong display of community support, Councilman Damon Alexander and San Bernardino City School Board Member Felicia Alexander were among the participants, contributing to the nearly 100 runners and 130 attendees

But the event wasn't without its challenges The route brought attendees face-to-face with some of San Bernardino's ongoing problems Participants ran past homeless individuals, with reported incidents of harassment and visible signs of squalor along the path

Most shockingly, an intoxicated driver attempted to charge through the event barricades but was swiftly intercepted by San Bernardino police officers present

In light of the difficulties, Perez remains optimistic and deeply committed to his cause As a person who grew up without a father, he understands many of these children's struggles "I want to let these kids know there is a God and a father that loves them It's tough to have clarity and perspective if you're struggling with brokenness It's difficult to do anything with your life," he shared, adding that he has seen ReWritten youth overcome these odds, graduating from college, buying homes, and pursuing successful careers Perez is not only driven by his own experiences but also by his faith As the head of a faithbased organization, he believes in the healing power of religion and hopes to pass this healing on to the children he mentors

Despite the event's challenges, the run's outcome was overwhelmingly positive A striking 70 percent of attendees were from outside San Bernardino, including a 79-year-old participant who traveled from Indio because ReWritten's cause inspired him

Other participants came from neighboring towns like Rancho Cucamonga, Redlands, Colton, and Rialto, highlighting the expanding influence of ReWritten's work Perez enthusiastically shared that this turnout is a testament to the growing support for ReWritten's cause and a sign that people are excited about their work for children with absent fathers

"We're called ReWritten because anyone growing up in a single-parent home has the odds stacked against them," Perez said "If you come alongside these young people, we can rewrite their future "

This year's Race for ReWritten signaled a triumph for the organization's mission and posed an important reminder about the pressing social issues San Bernardino still faces Amidst the trials and challenges, however, Perez's dedication remains unshaken In his vision, the children served by ReWritten and the city of San Bernardino share a common thread of resilience and potential

The event's threefold aim - to raise funds, raise awareness, and rejuvenate downtown San Bernardino - was met with enthusiasm from the community Despite the hurdles, the spirit of camaraderie and shared commitment to the cause persisted, mirroring ReWritten's mission to transform adversity into opportunity

"Just as we work to shift the trajectory of the lives of these young people, we also aim to help shift the trajectory of downtown," Perez explained "It requires everyone doing their part and coming into the trenches to make a difference "

The experiences and stories shared at the event will continue to inspire and foster community engagement, shedding light on ReWritten's tireless efforts in reshaping the lives of the children they serve and the very fabric of their community

For those who want to support ReWritten and its mission, more information is available on its website, Rewritten org, or their Instagram, @rewrittenofficial While the road ahead might be challenging, Perez's leadership and the growing support for ReWritten hint at a hopeful future for the city of San Bernardino and the young people it nurtures, promising that, with collective effort and dedication, their stories can indeed be rewritten for the better

The San Bernardino County Library continues to provide exemplary services to the community by prioritizing good customer service internal is, its staff and patrons Because the team of over 250 employees continues to collaborate to improve the organization, notable services projects continue to support over 4 million items circulated and over 150,000 library program attendees

Community News

In 2023, the San Bernardino County Library celebrated four distinguished National Association of Counties (NACo) awards for outstanding service to both its staff as well as the general public Unsurprisingly, the library attributed its drive to the principals outlined in San Bernardino County’s Countywide Vision, a guiding light for its policies, practices, and protocol: CAO Vision – San Bernardino CountyWide Vision (sbcounty gov)

First, the library received an award for its unique interviewing structure During the transition into post-pandemic realities, the San Bernardino County Library, as with many employers, saw an increase in the number of vacancies due to resignations, retirements, and other life changes With retention in mind, the library worked to fill vacanciesof varying capacities throughout its 32 library branch locations and administration office In the past, the library would schedule first interviews on one day, and second or final interviews on a separate day This scheduling process often led to second interviews that were scheduled one to two weeks following the first interview, at times resulting in losing candidates to other employers The additional time for the second interview would also delay the completion of onboarding paperwork, background checks, and fingerprinting, which caused the hiring process to be slow and prolonged

Additionally, the extended interview and onboarding process deterred quality candidates who sought to begin work immediately To remain competitive with other organizations and move to hire within a shorter timeframe, the San Bernardino County Library implemented a new process of conducting second interviews on the same day as first interviews The new procedure resulted in the hiring process (application to onboarding) taking two to three months, whereas in the past the process could take four to six months The implementation of this process has resulted in the hiring of higher quality candidates due to the library’s ability to compete with private sector hiring timelines

In addition, the library received a NACo award for its orientation program, entitled

Community News

San Bernardino County Veterans Affairs is helping dependents of deceased or disabled veterans apply for California college tuition and fee waivers As California tuition fees increase, the College Fee Waiver Program is a valuable benefit that waives mandatory system-wide tuition and fees at any state of California Community College, California State University, or University of California campus Students are required to reapply each year to continue their benefits

For more information about the College Fee Waiver

“Introduction to Library Basics (ILB) ” ILB is a training program that focuses on library expectations, operations, and most importantly, customer service This program offers an additional layer of training to new hires that reinforces what they learn at their training branches Introduction to Library Basics sets a foundation for new hires to learn County culture, also equipping them with the tools they need to be successful County Library employees

Moreover, the library received an award for the launch of its Leadership Training Program, a 4-week certificate program which further enhances the knowledge, skills, and abilities of all library staff, both part-time and full-time Not only does this Leadership Training Program inspire future leaders and boost team morale, it also aligns with part of San Bernardino County’s overarching vision, particularly envisioning “a vibrant economy with a skilled workforce that attracts employers who seize the opportunities presented by the county’s unique advantages and provide the jobs that create countywide prosperity ” Alyssa Lovell, librarian II and Leadership Training alumna, remarked on her experience, “It was great to interact with other library staff, not only learning valuable tips to grow as a manager, but engaging with staff from other branches who have diverse leadership experiences to share ”

Lastly, the library received an award for its implementation of Beanstack, a mobile and web application used to track reading programs for all ages Since the San Bernardino County Library offered several “Read for Rewards” programs, such as the Summer Reading Program and In-N-Out Cover-to-Cover Program, the utilization of a mobile and web application such as Beanstack is a convenient, easy-to-use way for families to participate, increasing literacy throughout San Bernardino County With the support of this mobile application, the San Bernardino County Library System circulated over 4 million print and digital items in 2022-2023 Adelia Laguerta, a patron at the Big Bear Lake Branch Library, thanked the staff for its user-friendly interface: “I’m 72 years old and came from the Philippines in the ‘70s I usually do not feel comfortable with computers, but the staff helped me to become more confident with using technology, including this app Now, when I bring my grandchildren to the library, I can help them track their reading and earn prizes I’m a fun Lola!” and other Veteran benefits, please call 1-866-4SBVETS, visit www SBCounty gov/VA or join us at the following upcoming events:

National Night Out – Public Safety Fair

Aug 1 from 5 to 8 p m

Yucaipa Regional Park

34900 Oak Glen Rd , Yucaipa

Second District Supervisor Jesse Armendarez Open House

Aug 3 from 5 to 7 p m

8575 Haven Ave , Rancho Cucamonga

San Bernardino County Veterans Affairs has three office locations for your convenience.

San Bernardino 222 W Hospitality Lane, Third Fl , San Bernardino

Rancho Cucamonga

8575 Haven Ave , Rancho Cucamonga

Hesperia 15900 Smoke Tree St , Hesperia

Lewis Famil y Playhouse Announces 16th Season with K enny G , Cirque Zuma Zuma, Char o, T he

Addams Famil y, Malo & Tier ra Legacy, Legall y Blonde T he Musical, Cinder ella, and Mor e

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After closing the curtains for nearly two years, Lewis Family Playhouse reopened in 2022 to multiple sold-out performances for our 15th season We are more excited than ever to share what we have in store for our 20232024 line up packed with live music, comedy, memorable musicals, classic awe-inspiring dance, magic, family favorites, and more! Plus, several of our productions feature local talent, making this an exciting opportunity to continue our mission to engage, enrich and entertain our community through the performing arts Please join us in our accessible, affordable, and intimate venue and be a part of our 16th season as we eagerly await to entertain you once more!

Tickets go on sale Saturday, July 8th at 10:00 a m online at the Lewis Family Playhouse website (www lewisfamilyplayhouse com) Our Box Office will be open on July 8th from 10:00 a m -2:00 p m for in-person walk-ups, or phone orders for the Saturday on sale During regular Box Office hours, Tuesday-Friday 1:00 p m -5:00 p m , you can purchase tickets at the Lewis Family Playhouse Box Office located in the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center at 12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga or by calling the Box Office at 1-909-477-2752

Kicking off our 16th Season will be a night of “Cuchi-Cuchi”! Twice voted “Best Flamenco Guitarist” in the world, Charo is instantly recognizable for her witty humor and loveable accent Performing to sold-out audiences around the world, spend the evening on September 16th with music and laughs as Charo performs her original hits and famous classical masterpieces blending heart and soul with her unique Flamenco style Joining her is special guest Scott Wood aka “Mr Punchline” hailed as one of the funniest stand-up comics working today! You will be laughing and singing all night long in a performance sure to be remembered!

On September 24th, join us for Feelin’ Good: The Ultimate Michael Bublé Experience Bublé’s smooth, crooner voice is one of the greats, and Anthony Bernasconi perfectly emulates the effortless class, velvet voice and smooth moves that Bublé so famously exudes With an easy-going disposition and a million-watt smile, Anthony has created an immersive experience that is sure to delight Bublé fans of all ages Backed by 17 piece The All-Nighters Big Band, this is the finest Michael Buble tribute in the United States!

Since their debut in 2000, THE LONG RUN (TLR) – Experience The Eagles has earned its place among the top-drawing tribute acts in North America! Marked by lush vocal harmonies and exceptional musical accuracy, every TLR performance delivers a reverence for the beloved Eagles recordings blended with The Long Run’s own live-concert personality Take It Easy and join us on September 28th where you will be sure to leave with that Peaceful Easy Feeling

It’s time for Animaniacs in Concert on September 29th! The most zany, animany and totally insany Animaniacs are back! Fans of the beloved Warner Bros animated series are in for a treat as they get up close and personal with original voice actor of Yakko & Pinky - Rob Paulsen - and Emmy Award-winning composer Randy Rogel who created many of the memorable songs you STILL can’t remove from your brain pan Together they bring the stage to life with comedy, animation, and an unforgettable playlist of Animaniacs hits

October 20th-29th, the award-winning Inland Valley Repertory Theatre brings this weird and wonderful family devilishly and delightfully to life in The Addams Family This magnificently macabre musical comedy is a visually satisfying, ribtickling, lunatic musical that will entertain you to death! With an enchantingly evil score, ghoulish effects and garish costumes, The Addams Family is sure to be fun for all ages Come meet the family We’ll leave the lights off for you

The sound of Kenny G’s saxophone is as iconic as his curly coif; indeed, both are instantly recognizable A crossover jazz icon, Kenny has enjoyed phenomenal success across the pop, jazz, and R&B charts for over four decades Kenny has both the best-selling instrumental album of all time (the Diamond selling, 12-times platinum 1992 album Breathless which earned him his only Grammy Award among 15 nominations), and the Guinness Book of World Records market for longest sustained note ever recorded on the saxophone He'll be playing songs from his latest release, New Standards, his 19th studio album, which could well be used to describe his vision of jazz that helped launch both a musical genre and a radio format It’s now cool to not only be Kenny G, but admit you’re a fan of his as well Join us for this once-in-a-lifetime experience on November 1st

Mexican 12-piece Banda Maguey started playing local traditional music in their native Villa Corona before taking over Jalisco with their onda grupera style Referred to as one of the most successful exponents of the Technobanda sound, this lively group will make for an incredible night out on November 3rd

On November 4th The Perondi’s Stunt Dog Experience will be taking over the Playhouse with their playful pups! This pawtastic cast of performers and fourlegged stars will delight you with high energy excitement from beginning to end! Witness amazing tricks, big air stunts, comedy antics, dancing dogs, and agility demonstrations, making The Stunt Dog Experience the most entertaining show of its kind! These furry phenoms have been featured on The Tonight Show, Ellen DeGeneres Show, Queen Latifah Show, Animal Planet’s Pet Stars, CBS Early Show, and many more It’s a can’t miss event for the whole family

Lead singer, Marshall Charloff, styles the magic of Prince’s talent in an uncannily unmatched fashion with his appearance, vocal imitation, and multi-instrumental capacity on guitar and piano This five-man band is made up of world-class players, set on bringing the greatest and most authentic production of Prince and The Revolution in the world to audiences of all generations Join us November 17th for Marshall Charloff & Purple Xperience

Dec 2nd-10th kick off your holiday season with a tradition your family will treasure forever! Share the spirit of the holidays with critically acclaimed Inland Pacific Ballet’s spectacular production of The Nutcracker Follow Clara, who receives a magical nutcracker doll on Christmas Eve, and sets out on a wondrous journey to the Land of the Snow and Kingdom of Sweets This is family entertainment at its best!

Whether you are looking for quality family time, a special evening, or a night out with your neighbors, we are dedicated to providing you with unforgettable experiences that will last a lifetime An intimate 560-seat venue, the Lewis Family Playhouse is the crown jewel of the 89,000-square-foot Victoria Gardens Cultural Center The complex at 12505 Cultural Center Drive is conveniently located off the I-15 at Foothill Boulevard, situated on the North side of the Victoria Gardens Regional Shopping Center, with free parking available The Box Office is open Tuesday through Friday from 1:00 p m to 5:00 p m

For more information – For additional information or to purchase tickets for any of our performances please visit www lewisfamilyplayhouse com or call (909) 477-2752 or (877) 858-8422

BISSELL Pet Foundation Par tner s with MetLife Pet Insurance f or Summer National “Empty the Shelter s” Jul y 6-31

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BISSELL Pet Foundation, a national animal welfare organization dedicated to ending pet homelessness, is excited to announce it will team up with MetLife Pet Insurance for the foundation’s upcoming “Empty the Shelters” reduced-fee adoption event With the shared goal of helping pets find and stay in loving homes, this collaboration will save lives by expanding the foundation's reach to include more shelters across the country From July 6 to July 31, BISSELL Pet Foundation's Summer National “Empty the Shelters” will occur at more than 335 shelters in 44 states with pets available for adoption for just $50 or less, including Mary S Roberts Pet Adoption Center

• Mary S Roberts Pet Adoption Center will participate July 6-31, 2023, at their onsite adoption center, 6165 Industrial Ave , Riverside, offering $50 adoption fees for adult dogs and $20 adoption fees for cats and kittens

• All interested adopters can find more details online at petsadoption org

Since the 2016 inception of BISSELL Pet Foundation’s “Empty the Shelters,” nearly 158,000 pets at 669 animal welfare organizations in 49 states and Canada have received second chances An average of 1,200 shelter pets are adopted each day during each quarterly national event Through this partnership and continued support, the foundation is looking forward to reaching more pets in more shelters and communities during this upcoming event

“We are excited to team up with MetLife Pet Insurance to offer 30 days of pet insurance at no cost to the adopter, as well as the opportunity to purchase an annual pet insurance policy, which could make a difference in helping adopters deal with their pet’s unexpected illness or injury," said Cathy Bissell, Founder of BISSELL Pet Foundation

"Veterinary costs add up quickly, and too often, pet owners forgo care or surrender their beloved pets when they can't afford treatment This collaboration could help to enable more pets in more communities to be adopted through 'Empty the Shelters' and can help facilitate adopters seeking treatment to keep their pets healthy and in their new homes ”

This will be the Pet Adoption Center ’s second time participating in Empty the Shelters At the last event in May, 24 pets were adopted The team at Mary S Roberts Pet Adoption Center would love to see at least twice as many dogs and cats adopted this time Moises Martinez, Animal Care Manager shares that he is looking forward to Empty the Shelters, “I’m excited to see some of our long-stay resident pets go home It’ll be great to meet with members of the community while getting pets adopted ”

BISSELL Pet Foundation and Mary S Roberts Pet Adoption Center urge families to do their research about the pet they are interested in adopting, as well as adoption requirements For more information on adopting or donating to “Empty the Shelters,” visit www bissellpetfoundation org/empty-the-shelters as well as petsadoption org

Assembl ymember Sabrina Cer vantes Secur es $3 Million to Suppor t the Launch of the Inland Empir e LGBTQ Resource Center Power ed by Tr uEvolution

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Sabrina Cervantes (D-Riverside) announced today that she secured more than $3 million in the state budget signed by Governor Gavin Newsom to support the launch of the Inland Empire LGBTQ Resource Center, powered by TruEvolution, with locations in the city of Riverside and Southwest Riverside county, as well as a first-of-its-kind fund in the region to invest in inland LGBTQ community organizations with capacity building training, and programming support The centers will serve residents throughout Riverside and San Bernardino counties and provide a safe space and community facilities for LGBTQ led and serving groups to gather and meet

The launch of the Inland Empire LGBTQ Resource Center comes at a critical time in the fight for LGBTQ equality across the country and locally The Supreme Court just dealt a blow to LGBT rights by allowing certain businesses to refuse to provide services for same-sex weddings According to a report released by the California Attorney General in June, hate crimes against LGBTQ Californians have risen by 29% between 2021 and 2022 Legislation introduced in California this year also took aim at outing transgender and nonbinary students and an Inland city’s school board voted to reject including LGBTQ leader Harvey Milk in social studies curriculum

Co-founded in 2023 by Inland Empire natives and community leaders Assemblymember Cervantes, TruEvolution CEO Gabriel Maldonado, and Equality California Advisory Board Member Jesse Melgar, the Inland Empire LGBTQ Resource Center will be headquartered at the Project Legacy campus in Downtown Riverside and as an initiative of TruEvolution A second site will open in Southwest Riverside County next year – a part of the region that lacks strong infrastructure and support for LGBTQ individuals and families

“The new Inland Empire LGBTQ Resource Center powered by TruEvolution and the services provided in Southwest Riverside County will stand as a bulwark against the persecution, discrimination, and violence still faced by the LGTBQ+ community on a daily basis in our region,” said Assemblymember Sabrina Cervantes “I want to thank TruEvolution for being essen- tial partners in securing this $3 063 million in state funding, and in fighting for the equal rights and dignity for the LGBTQ+ community in the Inland Empire

“For years, TruEvolution has worked alongside our sisters and brothers in the LGBTQ community to fight for our communities in a region that lacks sufficient support,” said TruEvolution CEO Gabriel Maldonado “Under Assemblymember Cervantes’ transformative leadership, we will not only be able to open an LGBTQ Resource Center in downtown Riverside, but will also open one in Southwest Riverside County where we know members of our community lack strong support We will support anyone and everyone – in both Riverside and San Bernardino counties –who need it

“This funding is urgent and long overdue, especially as the Inland Empire’s LGBTQ community continues to grow while infrastructure and support for our communities hasn’t,” said Inland Empire LGBTQ Resource Center co-founder Jesse Melgar

The funding will support the following:

Inland Empire LGBTQ Resource Center Riverside Headquarters - $1 million will cover construction and renovation costs at the downtown Riverside headquarters located at TruEvolution’s new Project Legacy campus, which will also serve as a community meeting space for LGBTQ community organizations throughout the region Funding will support staffing needs, the creation of an LGBTQ community meeting space, and capital investments for the community, such as computer and media lab use for LGBTQ organizations

Inland Empire LGBTQ Resource Center, Southwest Riverside County - $1 million will support securing a community resource center to be opened This will also cover staffing needs and support for LGBTQ communities throughout Southwest Riverside County

Inland Empire LGBTQ Resource Center Community Grant Initiative - $1 million will help seed a new fund to support capacity building for the limited number of emerging LGBTQ community organizations serving Riverside and San Bernardino counties

NOTICE

Bid Documents for the work included in each respective Bid Package No exc usions of the work in the Bid Package will be permitted

All Bidders are responsible for reviewing the complete set of Project Documents including plans, specifications, Division of Work, etc for full scope of work to be provided P ans will be made available after July 19 2023 To obtain project documents contact Balfour Beatty Project Manager at 951-833-7483 or email your request to esierra@BBUS com

Prequalification of Bidders

Pre-Qualification: The San Bernardino City Unified School District (“District ) has determined that contractors on future projects ( Contractor(s) or Firm(s) ) must be prequalified prior to subm tting a bid or proposal on a project This form must be completed by:

Contractors that intend to bid or propose to perform work under a C-4 C-7 C10, C-16, C-20, C-34, C-36, C-38, C-42, C-43, and/or C46 license (s) and that intend to bid or submit a proposal

Pre-qualification app ication packages are available on the Distr ct s websitehttps://sbcusdfacilities com/t r a n s f o r m i n g - s c h o o l s / b i dopportunities/ and must be subm tted prior to 4:00pm on Tuesday July 11 2023

Notices to pre-prequalification applicants will be provided no later than Tuesday, July 18, 2023 with a complete list of prequalified contractors to be published on the District’s website by the following day

Prospective bidders are encouraged to submit prequalification packages as soon as possible so that they may be notified of prequalification status well in advance of the b d process The pre-qua ification packages should be sealed, marked CONFIDENTIAL PRE-QUALIFICATION and delivered to the District by way of personal delivery

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

RUBY NAN JONES CASE NO

PROSB2300840

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of RUBY NAN JONES

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by TERRY JONES in the Superior Court of California County of SAN BERNARDINO

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that TERRY JONES be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent

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

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 08/02/23 at 9:00AM in Dept S37 located at 247 W 3RD STREET, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92415

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