W e e k l y COLTON COURIER
Vol 146 , NO. 35
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Councilman Suchil withdraws fr om mayoral race
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olton City Councilman Isaac Suchil announced that he will not be running for mayor. The decision was prompted by recent family life changes, and the imminent need to focus his efforts on his loved ones.
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“I am grateful for the support of many residents, businesses and fellow community leaders in my initial consideration to run for mayor,” Suchil declared in a press release. “However, at this critical junction, I will re-focus and center attention on the needs
of my family, which is my ultimate obligation to provide and care for my loved ones.”
The nomination period ended Friday, Aug. 17 and the official list of candidates are:
Despite withdrawing his name for consideration in the mayoral race, Suchil remains committed to providing impactful representation to his constituents.
Mayor: Frank Navarro and Mark Garcia*
“I enjoy my responsibilities as Councilman and the unique skill set I bring to District 6 in leveraging more services to business and resident within the community,” Suchil concluded.
District 1: David Toro District 2: Ernie Cisneros District 4: Dr. Luis Gonzalez *Nomination period for mayor extended until Wednesday, Aug. 15.
Colton Woman’s Club celebrates membership
Nonpr ofits encouraged to register for Give BIG San Ber nardino
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Below: Club members superimposed their faces onto playful, circus-themed posters displayed during the event.
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The Colton Woman’s Club hosted a circus-themed picnic Tuesday to kick off the 2018-19 year and to boost membership. Members were encouraged to bring their friends who may become future club members. According to Club President Deana Leavitt, membership has increased from 45 in 2010 to 83 presently. $500 in gift cards were given out as well as party favors.