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COLTON COURIER We ekly

Vol 148, NO. 23

May 21, 2020

San Ber nardino County to rescind 501C3 homelessness related funding, results in rally By Manny B. Sandoval

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right and early on May 19, several 501(c)(3) nonprofits and partnering agencies rallied together to elevate the voices of homeless youth across the region. On May 6th, numerous agencies received a letter from Assistant Executive Officer of San Bernardino County, CaSonya Thomas, explaining that promised funding to the 501C3 would be reduced to assist with the county’s response to Governor Newsom’s Executive Order N-32-20; which grants spending flexibility on COVID19 homelessness-related efforts.

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In total about $2 million of Homeless Emergency Assistance Program (HEAP) funding would be taken back from duly contracted 501C3’s and agencies who provide essential services to homeless youth in the county. Nonprofits, cont. on next pg.

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Darrell Frye of Community Action Partnership of San Bernardino County, Keann Castillo of Family Assistance Program and Prince Ogidikpe of Assemblymember Eloise Gomez Reyes’ office utilizing COVID-19 safety measures, while making their voices heard loud and clear.

Colton City Council Recognizes CAMA “7th Annual Museum Day”

By Dr. G (Luis Gonzalez)

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t the May 19 Council meeting, the Colton City Council recognized by proclamation the Colton Area Museum Day 7th Annual Celebration. Due to the COVID19 distancing requirements, the proclamation was presented in person on-site the following day, to two members of the CAMA Board of Directors by Council Member, Dr. G, who is also a museum docent and CAMA Life Member. CAMA is Colton Area Museum Association. Since 1991, the Colton Area Museum has served as a community anchor for maintaining and preserving Colton’s rich history and cultural traditions. From buildings to sports stars, public safety to Colton High School, the CAMA Museum has displays and information of historical interest for just about everyone. When government sheltering Museum , cont. on next pg.

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Photo L to R – Chuck Vasquez, Board Member; Ms. Christina Perris, Vice-President; and Dr. G, Council Member and CAMA Life Member.


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