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he remnants of Juan Esqueda’s lifelong journey is now on display at the Garcia Center for the Arts. A reception was held at the center on Friday to commemorate Esqueda’s skill and commitment to establishing and grooming San Bernardino’s art scene. “The event was a commemoration of a man that was instrumental in helping our art grown,” said Dr. Ernie Garcia. “This is a good start to something great.” Esqueda, a native of Douglas, Arizona, told IECN back in 2014 that reviving the formerly defunct San Bernardino Art Association would have a positive impact on San Bernardino. “I decided to try and help San Bernardino try to get reacquainted with the arts,” Esqueda said. Esqueda cont. on next page
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Foreign nationals were arrested this week during a targeted enforcement operation conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) aimed at immigration fugitives, re-entrants and at-large criminal aliens.
he Southland last week received scares of immigration checkpoints and raids-many of which were unfounded. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials did launch operations targeting criminal immigrants, but are claiming such operations have been taking place even before President Donald Trump’s pledges to curb illegal immigration. ICE reported Friday that 161 foreign nationals--who re-entered the U.S. illegally, hold criminal records, and who are immigration fugitives-were arrested this week. “Of those arrested, approximately 150 had criminal histories. Of the approximately 10 non-criminals taken into custody, five had final orders of removal or had been previously deported,” an ICE press release stated. ICE spokesperson Virginia Kice stressed that the figures were preliminary and the agency is anticipating a change in statistics. ICE cont. on next page
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n response to growing needs by low income and disadvantaged communities seeking funds for climate mitigation and adaptation, Senator Connie M. Leyva (D-Chino) today introduced legislation that will help to continue California’s local leadership on climate and substantially improve the ability of local cities, non-profits and small businesses to compete for climate investment funds. Sponsored by The Trust for Public Land, SB 263 will provide capacity-building support to small communities and businesses to develop projects, partnerships, leadership, resources, and applications to compete for state funding. California is home to some of the worst air quality in the nation, particularly communities in the Inland Empire that serve as a primary route for transporting goods from the Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles to other parts of the nation. Many of California’s most polluted areas are small disadvantaged communities— regions with higher rates of poverty and elevated incidences of asthma and cancer. These smaller communities, non-profits and businesses oftentimes do not have the infrastructure, technical expertise or marketing capabilities to develop and pursue state financing options, leaving them at a clear disadvantage. “SB 263 will help to connect small communities and businesses with critical funding to help lessen the negative impacts of poor air quality,” Senator Leyva said. “There is currently no single place for these communities and groups to turn to for assistance, so I am pleased that SB 263 will help to increase use of these funds in disadvantaged areas across California. This legislation will also help to lower the cost of doing business and decrease the burden on taxpayers as these small communities and businesses access available funds. The Building Local Climate Leadership Program addresses a real gap between the resources currently available for small communities, non-profits and businesses and their ability to access them.”
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“We’re trying to get this place known.” Esqueda passed away on Nov. 13, 2015. Many of the artists and community leaders who attended the event agree that Esqueda played a pivotal role in bringing art centers into the city. “Juan always felt that people in San Bernardino needed to interact with artists and see their lives represented,” explained Esqueda’s “surrogate daughter” Sheila Comerford. Comerford said Esqueda’s work demonstrated his passion for people and commitment to serving others. “His art reflected the revolutionary, Chicano spirit that this community had before,” said Comerford. “Juan was cantankerous, yet
humorous,” Comerford continued. “He knew that life wasn’t all serious. He knew how to live.” Esqueda’s daughter, Phyllis Esqueda-Garcia, said the best lesson she learned from her father was on community engagement. “What I like about my Dad is that he always try to involve me in his work,” Esqueda-Garcia said. “It made me understand from an early age that my opinion mattered. That tells you a lot about his character.” San Bernardino Art Association Board Member Theresa Hernandez said Esqueda taught her the importance of “He taught us about the power and language of art,” she said. “The subject matter always is about the culture, passion, and vibrancy of the community. He always wanted people to have a voice.”
“Currently there is a difficulty in trying to differentiate who does what.” Juan Esqueda’s “Barber Shop” art work.
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Residents in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties became concerned with rumors of immigration checkpoints and raids that were allegedly being conducted by ICE and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents. Both agencies denied that those operations took place. ICE field officer David Marin said that claims that this week's operations were a result of mass deportations of foreign nationals is false. “Saying so is dangerous and irresponsible,” Marin claimed.
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Marin said operations take weeks or months of planning. He declined to discuss any connection between the raids and Trump’s recent executive order. Immigrant rights advocate Jose Daniel Guzman believes there needs to be more education given to the public about the role of ICE and CBP in order to quell fears or rumors of mass deportations. “Currently there is a difficulty in trying to differentiate who does what,” he said.
Gloria’s Corner State San Bernardino Campus, 5500 University Parkway in San Bernardino. Museum hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 pm., Thursday 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., closed on Sunday and Friday. The focus of this exhibit is the ancient Egyptians' attitude toward life and death. For information call: 909.537.7373 or visit: raffma@csusb.edu
Gloria Macias Harrison Serve Your Community: The San Bernardino Superior Court is seeking interested county citizens to serve on the San Bernardino Civil Grand Jury. This is an opportunity to become involved, promote sound government and make recommendations to improve services. To qualify an individual must be at least 18 years of age; is a citizen of the United States; be a resident of the San Bernardino County for a minimum of one year; have sufficient knowledge of the English language; and be of good health, good character and sound judgment. The Civil Grand Jury is charged to investigate all aspects of County, City, and Special District Government and to hear information on certain criminal investigations. This is a one-year commitment starting July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018. For information and applications call: 909.387.9120 or visit www.sbcounty.gov/grandjury The deadline to submit applications is February 28, 2017. While this is a lengthy time and effort commitment, I urge citizens to consider applying. Art Exhibits, Theatre & Seminars: Exhibits & Theatre:
Now - April 2 - San Bernardino County Museum presents Over Here, Over There: In Times of War. This exhibit not only honors those who made sacrifices made by the soldiers in the conflict but also those making sacrifices on the home front.
Now - July 31, 2017 - the Robert and Frances Fullerton Museum of Art presents Journey To The Beyond: Ancient Egyptians In The Pursuit Of Eternity at the Cal
Now to March 11 - the Wignall Museum of Contemporary Art presents Man Up! Masculinity in Question at the Museum, 5885 Haven Ave, Rancho Cucamonga. For ticket information visit: www.chaffey.edu
January 25 - March 1 - the city of Redlands presents a Diabetes Empowerment Education Program on Wednesdays at the Joslyn Senior Center, 21 Grant Street. This free program encourages lifestyle changes. Participants will learn about diabetes and how it affects a person's health. Pre-registration is required. For information and registration call: 909.798.7550
Now to April 8 - the Robert and Frances Fullerton Museum of Art presents "Enduring Vision and Linked in Tradition: Selected Works by Four Generations of African American Women Artists" this exhibit feature the works of Samella Lewis & Betye Saar, Lois Marilou Jones, Elizabeth Catlett, Gwendolyn Knight, Mary Lovelace O'Neil, Nanette Carter, Alison Saar, Lesley Saar, Eve Sandler, Elizabeth Sunday, Kenturah Davis, and Lisa C. Soto. This event is part of Cal State San Bernardino's celebration of Black History Month and Women's History Month. The Museum is located on the Cal State campus, 5500 University Parkway. For information call: 909.537.7373 or visit: raffma@csusb.edu
Now to May 20 - the Robert and Fullerton Museum of Art presents "Not Ready to Make Nice: Guerrilla Girls in the Art World and Beyond", an exhibit organized and circulated by Columbia College Chicago. This exhibition of Guerrilla Girls, a major presentation of the collective, illuminates and contextualizes the important past and ongoing work of these highly original, provocative and influential artist who champion feminism and social change. Admission is free. The Museum is located on the Cal State campus, 5500 University Parkway. For information on Museum hours and parking call: 909. 537. 7373. Save the Date:
Inland Empire Community Newspapers • Febrary 16, 2017 • Page A3 Association. For tickets and registration call: 951.788.3463 or visit: www.RCHReddressfashionshow.c om
Saturday, February 18 - Congressman Pete Aguilar is hosting a free FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and college affordability workshop from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. In B -100 at San Bernardino Valley College, 701 S. Mt. Vernon Ave., San Bernardino. Mrs. Patricia Aguilera, Financial Aid Advisor at CSU San Bernardino will present an information session followed by access to computers to complete the FAFSA process. For information call: Erika Flores 909.890.4445.
Wednesday, February 22 - the San Bernardino Valley College Arts, Lectures & Diversity, Associated Student Government and the Black Faculty, Staff & Administrator Association present Black History Month 2017 Key Note Speaker - Dr. Michael Eric Dyson at 6:00 p.m. at the college's Historic Auditorium, 709 Mt. Vernon Ave. Dr. Dyson, sociology professor at Georgetown University and an American Book Award winner and a contributing Op-ed writer of the New York Times will speak on Race, Racism, and Race Relations in the United States. This free event is open to the public.
Thursday, February 16 Women Veterans presents a Networking Event on Women's Healthcare at 5:30 p.m. at the Ambulatory Care Center - VA Loma Linda Healthcare System, 26001 Redlands, Blvd., Room 1C, Redlands, CA s. All women veterans are welcomed to come meet other women veterans and learn about healthcare. A light meal will be served. To register for this event v i s i t : http://www.eventbrite.com/e/wom en-healthcare-tickets31356764928 For more information contact Ann Dyson (323) Wednesday, February 23 - the 517.1145 Friends of the San Bernardino Public Library present " Drum Friday, February 17 - the On- Song" and " An Audience with tario Museum of History & Art Rosa Parks" at 10:30 a.m. in the presents two speakers in the art Bing Wong Auditorium at the field in celebration of Black His- Feldheym Central Library, 555 W. tory Month at 6:00 p.m. Belle 6th Street. The two presentation Mann, an Emmy Award-winning feature teacher, Spoken Word ink and painter (colorist) for "The artist, and West African dancer Simpsons" and other popular show Makeda Kumasi, the founder of from Disney. She will discuss her The Umoja Ensemble of the Inand colleague Floyd Norman ca- land Empire and a teacher at the reers in the animation field. Floyd University of California, RiverNorman was the first black anima- side. These cultural and historical tor for Disney and is the subject presentations are scheduled for the and author of the recent book and morning to accommodate elemendocumentary, "An Animated Life." tary schools but are open to the The second featured speaker is general public. For information Clifford Breland who will discuss call: 909.381.8238 or visit: his trajectory in dance and his suc- www.sbpl.og cessful Bre Dance Studio, a nationally acclaimed dance studio in Thursday, February 23 - the InRiverside. Both events are free to land Empire Economic Partnerthe public but reservations are re- ship presents Turning Red Tape quested at 909.395.2510. The On- into Red Carpet from 5:30 to 8:00 tario Museum is located at 225 S. p.m. at the Doubletree Hotel, 222 Euclid Ave. Ontario. N. Vineyard Ave, Ontario. This
through bureaucratic red tape and opening the door for business growth and success. For information visit: IEEP.com/ieepecents
Thursday, February 23 - the San Bernardino Symphony Orchestra presents Battle of the Beats from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Rezek Center Pavilion at St. Bernardine's Medical Center. This fund raising event features San Bernardino's finest musical gems while enjoying delicious food, fine wines and silent auction items. For information call: 909.381.5388
Friday, February 24 - the San Bernardino Chamber of Commerce presents its Annual Casino Night at 6:00 p.m. at the National Orange Show Off Site Betting Facility. This event features a Business Expo, the 109th Installation of Officers, food, casino games and opportunity drawings. For sponsorship and tickets call: 909.885.7515 or visit: sba.chamber@verizon.net
Saturday, February 25 LULAC/Flying Doctors present the 6th Annual Community Health Fair from 8::00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Cesar Chavez Community Center, 2060 University Ave., Riverside. Services provided include: dental vision screenings, medical consultations, hearing tests, diabetes testing, podiatry exams, flu vaccines, and more. Services are provided on a first come, first served basis. For information contact: Gilberto Esquivel at 951.236.3171 or visit: www.lulacofriverside.com Favorite Quote:
"The challenge of leadership is to be strong, but not rude; be kind, but not weak; be bold, but not bully; be thoughtful, but not lazy; be humble, but not timid; be proud, but not arrogant; have humor, but without folly." -Jim Rohn
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Deadline is Friday noon of each event will recognize the Inland week. Also visit: www.iecn.com Saturday, February 18 - the In- Empire’s outstanding public agen- for online news. land Cities East Chapter of the cies that are proactively cutting Black Chambers of Commerce and Dignity Healthcare/St. Bernardine's Medical Center present the Annual Black History Awards luncheon and fundraiser from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Rezek Pavilion Center, 2101 N. Waterman Ave San Bernardino. Honorees will receive the " Dignity Spotlight Community Service Award" for their work with at risk youth in the community. To RSVP call: 888.466.7408.
Saturday, February 18 - the Heart Care Institute of Riverside Community Hospital presents Casino Royale, a Red Carpet Fashion Affair at the Riverside convention Center, 3637 5th Street from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This event features Heart Health & Fashion Vendor Booth Expo, free Health Screenings, Gourmet Lunch, Physician Presentations and Red Dress Fashion Show from Riverside's Downtown Retailers with hair and makeup provided by Riverside City College School of Cosmetology. The silent auction will benefit the American Heart
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Life of Redlands and the American Cancer Society. There will be a live DJ and prizes.
Movies in the Park March 3 - 5 p.m., Ed Hales Park at 5th and East State Street
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ain or shine — It’s time to start getting out and doing things. From weekly happenings to ‘can't’ miss this’ events, there are several goings-on in the next two weeks that will make you want to get out and know your community. Redlands
Super Safety Saturday Feb. 18 - 11 a.m. -1 p.m., Redlands Fire Department at Fire Station 261, 525 E. Citrus Ave
Join the Redlands Fire Department Super Safety Saturday for a little Heart to Heart and learn how to perform Hands-only CPR. Participants will receive an acknowledgement card. Representatives from various health and safety agencies will be present. There will be prizes and information on recognizing the signs and symptoms of heart attacks or strokes and on automatic external defibrillators, how they work and where to find one in the city. Event is free and open to the community. Fitness After Dark - Relay For Life Fundraiser Feb. 18 - 10 p.m., 721 Nevada St., #201
Join The Camp Transformation Center in Redlands for a workout, dancing and a night of fun and fitness. The free event is a fundraiser for Relay for Life and The Center will be accepting donations in support of Relay For
Movies in the Park Series kicks off with a screening of “BFG” at Ed Hales Park in Redlands. Movie-goers are encouraged to arrive early and bring their own lawn chairs and/or blankets. The movie begins at dusk (approximately 6:-6:15 p.m.) with activities beginning at 5 p.m. There will be free entertainment and activities for children, including a free multi-sport demo hosted by Sportball. Children in attendance will also receive free glow sticks, bracelets and goodie bags. Additional entertainment will be provided 30 minutes prior to the film with Bob Fraley, a retired school teacher who has been performing folk music for the last 50 years and started performing at the Penny University Folk Music Theater in San Bernardino. Rialto
Andreson Dog Park Grand Opening Feb. 25 - 10 a.m., 726 . Lilac Ave.
The City of Rialto invites pups and their owners to celebrate the grand opening of the city’s first dog park!. The park features a fenced-off play area complete with obstacle courses, doggy fountains and plenty of grass. Construction of the park was made possible through a partnership with Arrowhead United Way and Target’s Day of Service. Event is free. 3rd annual Black History Month Film Festival Feb. 25 - 11 a.m., Rialto Branch Library, 251 W 1st Street
The Rialto Branch Library will celebrate Black History Month with its annual film festival highlighting African American cinema and culture. 11th annual The State of Women March 4, 10 a.m. 2225 N. Alder Ave.
The annual event honors local trailblazing women in labor and business. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Registration is available.
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Residents Demand Good AQMD Representation from San Bernardino Board of Supervisors Janice Rutherford You Broke our Hearts
Residents from around San Bernardino County spoke before the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, February 14 – Valentine’s Day – to tell Board representative, Janice Rutherford that her comments on the Air Quality Management Plan broke their hearts. “Instead of voting for a strong AQMP that would provide protections to the residents of San Bernardino County’s residents, Ms. Rutherford’s comments indicated she would support the plan as written which will raise funds to pay polluters through taxing our residents, said Ericka Flores, resident of San Bernardino and Community Organizer for CCAEJ. “ One of the potential funding sources outlined in the plan is to raise Vehicle License fees by $20 and add a 2cent tax to each gallon of gas,” she explained.
Ms. Rutherford heard the results of the Loma Linda Health Study which found three cancer clusters and a 47% asthma rate for local children at one elementary school; she met with residents and heard the stories of families struggling with health issues due to the horrible air quality; she knows the high level of pollution our region suffers under; and yet she passed on supporting an amendment to adopt an “indirect source rule” that would help to regulate pollution sources at warehouses in favor of giving polluters funds from taxing residents of San Bernardino, said Penny Newman, Executive Director for CCAEJ. “When someone doesn’t support or nurture their community; when the relationship is harmful to one party – even on Valentine’s Day – we find
we must break up with her, and ask for a new partner. This relationship is over. “
The Air Quality Management Plan will come before the AQMD Board on Friday, March 3, 2017. Since Ms. Rutherford represents the Board of Supervisors on the AQMD Board all the Supervisors must take responsibility for her actions. We demand that the representative on AQMD from San Bernardino County must represent the all the residents of the County, especially the most vulnerable. Penny Newman Center for Community Action and Environmental Justice Jurupa Valley, CA
No tax money should go to private education
Tax money should not go to private education. Religious and private schools must be separate from the federal government. No federal money should be going into religious institutions, it’s unconstitutional. Public
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needed; federal funding should be focused on that. By allowing more freedom in parents’ choices where their children go, public schools will crumble while the upper class sends their children to private schools. Betsy DeVos has no experi-
ence with public schools; her educational reforms will only benefit the rich and private institutions. Manuel Hurtado, Montclair
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Words to Think About: The Living Desert
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recently visited one of the best and least known places to enjoy in Southern California. It’s located in Palm Desert, right next to Rancho Mirage. By bus, it takes about an hour and fifteen minutes to get there from Highland. It opened in 1970, very small, (125 acres) and covers about 1400 acres currently. Shrubbery, trails, animals, picnic areas, a great café. Sound interesting? It’s the “LIVING DESERT.” Known also as the “Palm Springs Zoo and Garden.” By the way, on your way there or on your way back, stop at Hadley’s. The store has been expanded and is well worth shopping for awhile.
Now, the details. “It is the home to more than 130 rare, threatened and endangered plant species from around the world.” These are all interesting to look at and very educational. While parking is free, they offer four basic types of scenic tours. 1. Senior Riding package: a two-hour narrative tour of the Zoo and Gardens, on a tram, narrated by a knowledgeable Guide. A box lunch is included. 2. Safari Riding Package, the same as above, somewhat more expensive and without the lunch. 3. Walking Guides Tour. A guided tour through the Zoo and Gardens. 4. Self-guided Tours. There is a discounted rate for groups that want to tour on their own. By the way, “It is family friendly and perfect for kids of all ages-and adults too.” The tram ride, on which I was on, stops frequently and those that are able can walk a very short distance to get a better view of the animals. The original impetus and inspiration for the Living Desert stemmed from several trustees of the Palm Springs Desert Museum. They envisioned what such a program would have on the desert ecosystem. Much credit is due to Phillip L. Boyd, Chairman. His first job was to hire a resident naturalist. Boyd’s qualifications were extensive. He had founded the
Riverside campus of the University of California and the Deep Canyon Research Station in Palm Desert. Karen Sausman was the young woman he hired. Exceptional, to say the least. Energetic and intelligent and ambitious. She was also an experienced zoo keeper and park ranger, plus graduate work in wildlife biology. Ms. Sausman was President and CEO of the Living Desert for forty (40) years, and recently retired. The current President and CEO is Allen Monroe. An assessment by those who know is that the vision and love of the desert as molded by Boyd, Sausman, members, volunteers, staff, and friends, will be carried forward by Mr. Monroe. As a visitor, reporter and constant on-looker, I was impressed with the energy exhibited by employees and volunteers of the Living Desert. There was a constant stream of trams pulling plants to be planted, trimming overgrown ones, watering and fertilizing. I was told the zoo would have lions and elephants next year. I hesitate to enumerate various kinds of animals for fear of missing some, but here goes: mountain lions, Mexican wolves, javelins’, bobcats, badgers, birds of all kinds, giraffes, zebras, sand cats, foxes, camels, humming birds, butterflies, Ara-
bian Oryx, gazelles, fennel foxes, Arad wolves, dikes, hookbill’s, meerkats, rock hyrax, warthogs, cheetahs, antelopes, African Spurred Tortoise, African Crested Porcupine, African Pigmy Hedgehog, African Wild Dog, Bibron’s Gecko, California King snake, Cape Thick-knee, Ball Pythons, Barbados Blackbelly, Sheep, Black-Eared Fox, Bearded Dragon, Black-footed Cat, Bobcat, Caracal, Waldrapp Ibis, Western Diamond-back Rattlesnake, Hognose Snake, Western Pond Turtle. White headed Buffalo Weaver, Virginia Opossum, Yellow-billed Stork, White-nosed Coati. Plus, scores of others that our guide shared with us but I’ve forgotten. However, I’m sure the future will bring many more desert friendly animals to the Living Desert. There are several unique programs that the Living Desert offers to interested or want -to-be patrons. A very attractive one is called, Adopt an Animal. You become a parent of an animal. While a symbolic adoption, it helps support animal care. Donations provide funds for wildlife education, conservation research, animal care and habitat improvements. I like the ads, “Adoptions make unique gifts for birthdays, holidays, graduation-the perfect gift for the person who has every-
thing. Give a gift that gives back.” The financial level goes from $1000.00 down to $35.00 and the gift gets a certificate and a photo of the animal of preference. Another unique program is provided by the Living Desert University. (LDU) The classes bring the worlds of conservation and education together. Students learn “how to preserve and protect the fragile beauty of the desert through a fun and fascinating series of adult classes and programs.” Their level of class information, taught by qualified professors is impressive. The goal is simple. “To offer a broad range of classes that increase environmental sensitivity and ecological action in everyday life.” The classes are also offered on line. One further unique program. VOLUNTEERS. Training is provided for those volunteering. Assisting the staff is the objective. They cover the entire park and include key roles with Guest Service Education, Trams, Garden and Animal Departments. Volunteers also receive exclusive benefits such as comprehensive orientation, training, special discounts and more. Wow!! What an opportunity for young and old alike. Amen. Selah. So be it.
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NOTICE INVITING BIDS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the San Bernardino City Unified School District (“DISTRICT”) invites sealed bids for Bid No. F17-06 Athletic Complex Upgrades at Cajon HS . SUBMITTAL OF BIDS: All bids shall be made on the Bid Forms furnished by the District. Bid Forms, together with all required attachments to the Bid Forms, shall be delivered to the DISTRICT in a sealed envelope with a copy of the completed required bid cover sheet affixed to the outside of the envelope and placed in the Bid Box in the Lobby of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education Administration Building (“BOE”). The Bids are due at 2:00pm on Tuesday, February 28, 2017. Bid forms received by the stipulated times will be promptly opened in public and read aloud immediately after sealed envelopes are collected at the time, date, and location stated above in the Community Room. Bid Forms or Attachments thereto received after the stipulated time will be rejected and to Bidders returned unopened. Each Bid shall be accompanied by a cashier's check made payable to the San Bernardino City Unified School District, or a satisfactory bid bond in favor of the DISTRICT, executed by the Bidder as principal and a California admitted surety company as Surety, in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the Base Bid submitted by the Bidder. BID AND CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: The full notice inviting Bids, Bid documents and contract documents may be viewed and ordered through C2 Reprographics PlanWell Service online by clicking on ‘PUBLIC PLANROOM' at www.c2repro.com after Thursday, February 9, 2017. There is a refundable deposit of Fifty dollars ($50.00) for each set of drawings and specifications, upon payment by cashier’s or company check made payable to San Bernardino City Unified School District. Prospective Bidders may secure up to two bid sets . Eligible deposits will be refunded upon return of said documents to C2 Reprographics in good acceptable condition within five (5) business days after bids are opened. Bidders in need of more than two sets of bid documents may purchase at their own cost based on C2’s current rates at that time. C2 Reprographics 3180 Pullman Street Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Phone: (866) 6328329 Public Plan Room: www.c2repro.com Bid documents will be available at C2 Reprographics for viewing after Thursday, February 9, 2017. Bid documents will also be available at the following public plan rooms: F.W. Dodge McGraw-Hill, Inc. Public Plan Room; www.construction.com 4300 Beltway Place Suite 180 Arlington TX 76081 Diana Boyles Dodge document we@mhfl.com Phone: 1800-393-6343 Fax: 1-877836-7711 The Blue Book Building & Construction Network Public Plan Room: www.thebluebook.com 800 E. Main St. P.O. Box 500 Jefferson Valley, NY 10535 TJ Downey tdowney@thebluebook.com Phone: (800) 431-2584 Ext. 3177 Fax: (914) 243-4936 CMD GROUP Public Plan Room: www.cmdgroup.com 30 Technology Pkwy S, Ste 100 Norcross, GA 30092 Michael Lunan mike.lunan@cmdgroup.com Architectural Source Relations Specialist Reed Construction Data (770) 209-3414 REQUESTS FOR BID INFORMATION, CLARIFICATIONS, and ADDENDA: Questions in writing (only) may be directed to the District’s Business Outreach Coordinator, Ms. Jennifer Wilhelm via email at jennifer.wilhelm@sbcusd.k1 2.ca .us or fax, (909) 8859991. The deadline to submit Requests for Bid Information (“RFBI”) is 12:00pm on Tuesday, February 21, 2017. All Responses to Requests
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for Bid Information, clarifications and/or addenda will be no later than issued Wednesday, February 22, 2017 and will be issued to plan holders or registered plan reviewers only. Such responses will be posted at the C2 reprographics public plan room website at www.c2repro.com . Digital copies are considered an accepted form of Addenda delivery method. PROJECT DELIVERY METHOD AND REQUIRED LICENSES: The work under these bids will be a unit price bid and all bidders to be considered responsive shall have a current California B License. WAGE: PREVAILING Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) compliance, Effective January 1, 2015: No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal for a public works project (submitted on or after March 1, 2015) unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5 [with limited exceptions from this requirement for bid purposes only under Code section Labor 1771.1(a)]. No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project (awarded on or after April 1, 2015) unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. PREQUALIFICATION OF BIDDERS: NOT APPLICABLE FOR THIS SCOPE OF PROJECT WORK: Refer to project site’s specific summary of work contained in Sections 01 11 00 of the Project Manual. The contractor is responsible for the performance and completion of all items according to plans, specifications and any addenda including but not necessarily limited to the work listed below: This scope includes sitework; foundations for bleachers and modular buildings; installation of asphalt base, curbs, asphaltic materials and drainage modifications for the installation of a new synthetic running track. Running track materials, bleachers and modular buildings will be provided and installed by others. Coordination with synthetic track, bleachers modular buildings and installers will be required. BUSINESS ENTERPRISE (DVBE) PARTICIPATION GOAL AND REQUIREMENTS: Bidders must adhere to the District’s Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goal, prevailing wages and labor compliance program, and license requirements; information regarding prevailing wage rates is available at http://www.pd.dgs.ca.gov/sm bus/default.htm, http://search.cadvbe.org/dvb es/search and http://www.bidsync.com/DPX BisCASB. PRE-B I D CONFERENCES AND JOB WALK: A non- mandatory pre-bid conference and job walk will be held at Cajon High School on Friday, February 17, 2017 at 10:00am. SITE ADDRESS: 1200 W. Hill Drive San Bernardino, CA 92411 IMPORTANT DATES: First Publication THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2017 Second Publication THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2017 Pre Bid Conference and Job Walk 10:00AM ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2017 RFI Due TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2017 Addendum Due WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2017 Bid Opening 2:00PM ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2017 Bid Posting on Facilities Website WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1, 2017 Tentative Board Meeting TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 2017 NOA Issued (Tentative) WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8, 2017 END of NOTICE INVITING BID CNS-2974238# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 2/9, 2/16/17 E-7571
• EL CHICANO LEGAL ADVERTISING • Fax (909) 384-0406 NOTICE INVITING BIDS
Notice is hereby given that the Rialto Unified School District ("District") of San Bernardino County, California, acting by and through its Governing Board ("Board"), will receive at the Purchasing Services Office located at: 260 S. Willow Avenue, Rialto, California, bids for: JEHUE MIDDLE SCHOOL PATH OF TRAVEL COMPLIANCE BID NO. 16-17-013
Up to, but not later than, 2 p.m. on Wednesday, March 15, 2017
There will be a mandatory pre-bid conference/job walk on Monday, February 27, 2017 at 1 p.m. at
Jehue Middle School 1500 N. Eucalyptus Avenue Rialto, CA 92376 At the entry to the office building
Potential bidders will be required to sign in at job walk. Failure to do so will result in vendor being automatically disqualified from submitting a bid. There will be no exceptions. Please bring a copy of the bid with you for the pre-bid conference/job walk.
Award of this bid by the Rialto Unified School District Governing Board will be contingent upon one hundred percent (100%) eligible funding of this project by The District. Even after award of the contract, the Rialto Unified School District may or may not proceed with the project, in whole or in part. Execution of the project, in part or in whole, is solely at the discretion of Rialto Unified School District. Contractors wishing to bid, do so solely at their own risk. The Rialto Unified School District is not liable or responsible for any costs, loss, fees, or expenses, of any kind, associated with bid and/or a decision not to proceed with the project, even after award of the contract. By submitting a bid, each bidder agrees to bear all of its own costs, fees, expenses, and losses, of any and all kind, should the Rialto Unified School District cancel the project.
The District Licenses: requires that bidders possess the following classification(s) of contractor’s license: B
Work in this Category includes all work as required to complete the entire project as noted anywhere within: the Project Manual, the drawings, or issued addenda.
All bids shall be prepared and submitted on the bid forms furnished by the District. Each bid shall be accompanied by the security referred to in the contract documents. All Bids must be sealed and clearly state on the Lower Left Side of the bid envelope the Bid Title and Bid Number.
Sealed bids will be received at the Purchasing Services Office located at: 260 S. Willow Avenue, Rialto, California, 92376 up to, but no later than 2 p.m. on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 and will be publicly opened and read aloud at the Purchasing Services Office.
Each bid must conform with and be responsive to all pertinent Bidding and Contract documents. Copies are on file and open for public inspection at the District's Purchasing Services Office.
Bid documents in digital format will be available in compact disc to proposers for free in Facilities Planning located at: 625 West Rialto Avenue, Rialto, California, 92376, phone number: (909) 421-7555.
For information regarding this project, prospective bidders are requested to contact Architect: Jay Tittle jay.tittle@littleonline.com; cc. Ichu@rialto.k12.ca.us.
The District has obtained from the Department of Industrial Relations the general prevailing rate of per diem wages and the general prevailing rate for holiday and overtime work for the San Bernardino County area for each trade, craft, classification, or type of work needed to execute the contract. Holiday rates shall be paid as specified in the collective bargaining agreement
applicable to each particular trade, craft, classification, or type of work employed on the project.
Copies of schedules of rates so determined are available on the I n t e r n e t (http://www.dir.ca.qov/DLSR/P WD) and are on file and available at the Purchasing Services Office address noted above. In accordance with Section 1773.2 of the California Labor Code, the Contractor and any Subcontractor(s) shall post a copy of the determination of prevailing rate of wages at each job site. The schedule of per diem wages is based upon a working day of eight (8) hours. The rate for holiday and overtime work shall be at time plus one-half. The Contractor and any Subcontractor(s) shall pay not less than the specified prevailing rates of wages to all workers employed by them in the execution of the contract.
Pursuant to Labor Code sections 1725.5 and 1771.1, all contractors and subcontractors that wish to submit proposal or, be listed in a bid, or enter into a contract to perform public work must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. No bid will be accepted nor any contract entered into without proof of the contractor’s and subcontractors’ current registration with the Department of Industrial Relations to perform public work. If awarded a Contract, the bidder and its subcontractors, of any tier, shall maintain active registration with the Department of Industrial Relations for the duration of the Project. This Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. It shall be the proposer’s sole responsibility to evaluate and include the cost of complying with all labor compliance requirements under this contract and applicable law in its proposal. –SB 854
In accordance with provisions of Public Contract Code Section 22300, substitution of eligible and equivalent securities for any monies withheld to ensure performance under this contract would be permitted at the request and expense of the Contractor.
Each bid shall be accompanied by a certified or cashier’s check or bid bond executed by an admitted surety insurer in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the total bid price, A payable to the District. Bond and Payment Performance Bond will be required prior to the execution of the Contract. The Payment Bond and Performance Bond shall be in the form and amount set forth in the Contract Documents.
No bidder may withdraw their bid for a period of ninety days (90) calendar days after the date set for the opening of bids.
The District reserves the right to reject any and all bids or to waive any irregularities or information in any bid.
Each bidder is encouraged to and is expected to exercise due diligence to comply with the provisions of California Public Contract Code Section 10115 et seq. and California Military and Veterans Code Section 999 et seq. which require all applicable contracts to satisfy state wide participation goals of not less than three percent (3%) for disabled veteran business enterprises (DVBE).
Rialto Unified School District is an "Equal Opportunity" employer.
First publication: Thursday, February 16, 2017 Second publication: Thursday, February 23, 2017 Pre-Bid Conference/Job Walk: MANDATORY Monday, February 27, 2017, 1 p.m. Deadline for Final Written Questions: Friday, March 03, 2017, 4 p.m. Response to written questions, issue last addendum: Wednesday, March 08, 2017, 4 p.m. Bids Due: Wednesday, March 15, 2017, 2 p.m.
The awarded bid shall be determined on the base bid, and other conditions, listed in the “Information to Bidder” of the Project Manual.
Published El Chicano 2/16/17,2/23/17 E-7572
Petitioner or Attorney: Fidel Alexandro Escalera Jimenez, 145 W. Van Koevering St., Rialto, CA 92376. Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino, 247 West Third Street, San Bernardino, CA 92415-0210 OF: Fidel PETITION Alexandro Escalera Jimenez, FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CIVDS 1701907 TO ALL INTERESTED PERPetitioner: Fidel SONS: Alexandro Escalera Jimenez has filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: Fidel Alexandro Escalera Jimenez to Proposed name: Fidel Alexandro Jimenez THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 3-16-17, Time: 8:30 am Dept: S17 The address of the court is: same as noted above A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: El Chicano Newspaper Dated: FEB 02 2017 MICHAEL A. SACHS Judge of the Superior Court Published El Chicano 2/16,2/23,3/2,3/9/17 E-7573
Petitioner or Attorney: Gillian Hernandez, 22453 Canal Circle, Grand Terrace Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino, 247 W. 3rd Street, San Bernardino, CA 92415 PETITION OF: Gillian Hernandez, FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Number: CIVDS Case 1700751 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: Gillian Hernandez has filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: Gillian Michaela Hernandez to Proposed name: Gillian Michaela Ramirez Hernandez THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 3/7/17, Time: 8:30 am Dept: S17 The address of the court is: same as noted above A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: El Chicano Dated: JAN 13 2017 MICHAEL A. SACHS Judge of the Superior Court Published El Chicano 1/26,2/2,2/9,2/16/17 E-7555
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African American high school seniors encouraged to apply for NBG scholarships
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By Yazmin Alvarez
pplications are now being accepted for National Black Grads’ ‘It Takes a Village’ Scholarship program, the group recently announced. Graduating African-American high school seniors from throughout Riverside and San Bernardino counties are encouraged to apply for the 2017 award. Applications must be submitted by March 1. NBG scholarship opportunities are available for both young men and women specifically and applications can be submitted for awards in the following categories: STEM; Leadership; HBCU Award; Student Athletes; Academic High Achievers; Resiliency; Community Pioneer; and Visual and Performing Arts. Scholarship awards will be presented during the group’s annual, ‘It Takes A Village Celebration,’ planned from 9 to 11:30 a.m., April 1 at the Jessie Turner Center, 15556 Summit Avenue in Fontana. This year’s celebration is made possible by the Black Voice Foundation and New Life Christian Church, with scholarship awards supported through local organizations, businesses and community members. Representatives from each donor organization along with the high schools of the scholarship recipients will be in attendance. Highlights of the event will include “The Reveal,” where students will make final decisions on their college or university of choice. While the scholarship celebration is open to the public, the group is asking guests for a $15 donation to attend. To apply for the National Black Grads Scholarship visit: https://goo.gl/forms/71jrWeD9X92 axZ8W2
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More than 100 scholarships have been awarded to young african american high school graduates from riverside and san bernardino counties through the national black grad scholarship program. applications are being accepted for 2017 awards and must be submitted by March 1. For scholarship celebration event tickets visit: www.eventbrite.com/e/it-takes-avillage-scholarship-celebrationtickets-31573985641?aff=es2 To learn more about the group email NBG at: nationalblackgrads@gmail.com
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the national black grad’s scholarship celebration is set for april 1 in Fontana.