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San Bernardino faith-based initiative aims to help at-risk youth
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By Anthony Victoria
few years ago, Ivan Echeverria, 30, was on the streets selling drugs and involved in gang activity. Now, his barbershop “Faith and Fadez” is one of several “safe houses” that will provide residents the opportunity to receive employment training and mentorship.
“This place is open for people that need jobs and are willing to learn,” remarked Echeverria .
The Hope Opportunity Purpose and Empowerment (H.O.P.E.) Culture initiative, led by Victory Outreach Pastor Rick Alanis Jr. and Speech Consultant Michelle Sabino, intends to partner with the San Bernardino City Unified School District, non-profit agencies, city leaders, and law enforcement agencies to direct people to basic services and emotional support, as well provide avenues for personal growth and development.
said Alanis Jr. “We’re making the right connections with the right people to impact this city. It’s all about bringing a holistic approach to empower our residents relationally, economically, educationally, and spiritually.”
H.O.P.E. culture is in the process of obtaining non-profit (501c3) status and is developing after school programs. Alanis Jr. explained Victory Outreach launched several “safe houses” as a means to give consistent guidance to young people in tough neighborhoods. It was spurred by the murder of 12year-old Jason Spears in March.
“When the young boy (Spears) got killed, we went there right away,” he said. “But we just didn’t want to come and do a vigil, and then leave. Instead, we left a safehouse there.”
Alanis Jr. explained that dozens of kids now stop by the Griego Family’s household almost everyday to hang out, receive Faith cont. on next page
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Victory Outreach pastor Rick Alanis Jr. speaks to a group of residents about a new faith-based initiative Tuesday evening.
Powerball fever hits San Bernardino
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Barbara Lucero of San Bernardino shows off a lottery ticket at Todo Discount Market on East Highland Avenue.
here were 415 million reasons for San Bernardino residents to be out in full force Saturday evening. Powerball fever has once again struck the nation as customers divvied up dollars for the latest Powerball jackpot--which as of Saturday evening’s drawing, stood at $415 million. The Lottery contest, which is currently played in 44 states and Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, saw the latest ultimate prize as one of the largest in recent history--and comes off the massive payout of $1.5 billion which occurred back in January. Ticket sales were brisk at two local stores in North San Bernardino--Valencia Liquor and Todo Discount, both on east Highland Avenue. Owner of the Valencia establishment Abrahim Seder noted that on a typical day, upwards
of 2,000 ticket transactions occur at his business, totaling around $8 thousand in Lottery ticket sales alone. “We are a Type-A account since there have been many winners here--some have won $50 thousand, $30 thousand, $10 thousand,” remarked Seder. About a mile east, ticket sales were a little slower leading up to the 7 p.m. deadline, but that’s not to say that sales were of any less quantity. “Most of my customers were here this morning--they tend to buy much earlier,”stated Todo Discount manager Nick Manae. While most customers were gathering up forms for their own secret number selections or computer-generated ‘Quick-picks’, some shoppers said they were not drawn into the hype of what many term ‘Lotto fever’. “Everytime, I buy a ticket, I don’t win,” an exasperated Trenace Hollis of Colton said. Fever cont. on next page
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food, and participate in prayer groups.
“You’ll be surprised the things these young kids share with us,” Alanis Jr. said. “A lot of these kids just want to get high and be on the streets. Our community needs mentors that will teach them about budgets, how to prepare for interviews, and dress for success.”
Sabino, who is working on a database that will help residents locate agencies that offer informa-
tion on social services, youth programs, and employment assistance, said she returned to San Bernardino to help residents, “get through the roadblocks.”
“The uptick in the violence made me decide I needed to do something,” she said. “We could go and pray for as many people as we want, but unless we teach and help these people, we are leaving them in the situation that we found them in.”
“We could go and pray for as many people as we want, but unless we teach and help these people, we are leaving them in the situation that we found them in.” --Michelle Sabino, on why she and Pastor Rick Alanis Jr. came up with an initiative to help at-risk youth.
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James “DJ King Jamez” Garcia with resident Antonio Brown during a community gathering on Tuesday. .
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Albert Ruiz, 29, of San Bernardino representing Victory Outreach
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“Faith and Fadez”, located at 1033 N. Mt. Vernon Avenue, is one of several “safe houses” that will provide residents the opportunity to receive employment training and mentorship. Fever cont. from front
“I say to those who play, ‘if you play, good luck.’ But it’s not for me.” As she entered Todo Discount about a half hour before the sales deadline closed, Deserie Moreno debated whether she should try her luck on the potential windfall. “I don’t know if I want to buy this time. I used to get them but I only got one or two numbers, so I though what’s the use?” intoned the San Bernardino resident. “When I worked before at a gas station, sometimes during the big jackpots, some of my customers would buy us a ticket, and that was cool.” After the winning numbers were drawn later that evening--the numbers were: 5, 25, 26, 44, 66,
and 9 (powerball)--it was reported by multiple news outlets that a jackpot-winning ticket was sold in New Jersey. At Valencia Liquor, longtime customer Scott Miller came rushing in to beat the deadline for his chance at a miracle. He quickly obtained multiple forms and raced to fill them out and made the last purchase of the night just in time. He said he mostly plays for the fun of it and recalled winning a few times--including a smaller jackpot of nearly $5 thousand some years ago. Asked what he would do if he won, he had a quick answer that stunned store owner Seder: “I’d buy this liquor store, of course,” he said chuckling. Seder shot back rapidly: “Would you hire me back though?”
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Customer Scott Miller of San Bernardino purchases Powerball tickets from Valencia Liquor owner Abrahim Seder.
Anthony Victoria is the Staff Writer for the El Chicano Newspaper. He can be reached at (909) 637-6369 or victoriaanthony91@gmail.com
Gloria’s Corner
Rosas Ramirez as the Consul of Mexico in San Bernardino. Rosas Ramirez is a graduate of Universidad Iberoamericana Law School and has held various positions of increasing responsibility in public administration. The Consulate of Mexico in San Bernardino is located at 293 North D Street and provides services to the Mexican Community abroad in this region.
Exhibits: Now - May 14 - the Robert and Frances Fullerton Museum of Art of Cal State San Bernardino presents Time + Place: 47 Years of Art Faculty at CSUSB. In celebration of CSUSB's 50th Anniversary, this exhibit will feature the artwork of more than 30 past and current faculty members of the CSUSB, Department of Art, spanning 47 years of teaching and creating. For Novel to Opera: gallery hours and parking information call 909.537.7373 or visit The National Hispanic Cultural RAFFMA.csusb.edu Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico has announced it is collaborat- Now - Sunday June 5 - the Oning with Opera Southwest to tario Museum of History & Art commission an opera based on presents Ontario Invitational Art Rudolfo Anaya's famed novel Exhibition at 225 South Euclid "Bless Me, Ultima". This novel is Ave., Ontario. This free admission one of the most read and recogniz- event will feature the work of Anable works of Mexican-American drea Benitez, Karen Clark, literature, which is given credit by Chick Curtis, Marion Draayer, some scholars for sparking the Linda Garcia-Dahle, Gina LawChicano Literature movement of son Egan, Steven Long and the late 1960s. It is the story of a David Rosales. Gallery hours are New Mexico boy and a traditional noon to 4 p.m. Thursday thru Sunhealer. It will be written by Cali- day. For information call fornia based composer Hector 909.395.2510. Armienta and is slated for completion in 2018. Friday, May 5 - June 10 - the Mexican Consul Salomon Rosas New Consul: Rodriguez presents De Colores, an exhibit by Mexican Artist Anna Enrique Pena Nieto, President of Zehnder at the consulate office, Mexico on May 2 announced the 293 North D Street, San appointment of Enrique Salomon Bernardino. For information call
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Sunday, May 15 - the American Legion Post 777 invites the community to a bus trip “Come Along and Ride on our Fantastic Voyage” to Hornblower's Champagne Brunch Cruise from Newport Beach. Proceeds from this fundraiser will sponsor two Cajon High students to the American Legion's Boys State Program. The bus leaves from the Post's center, 194 East 40th Street (corner of Sepulveda) at 8:30 a.m. and returns approximately at 3 p.m. Featured is a two and half hour cruise, which includes a delicious brunch. For sign up and deposit information call or text Vice Commander Celeste Williams at 909.890.6959 or contact the Post at 909.882.3110 due to limited seating an early sign up is recommended.
Saturday, May 14 - the San Bernardino Public Library will host "A One-Man Archy & Mehitabel Show!” by actor Gale McNeeley at 3 p.m. This free performance will be held in the Bing Wong Auditorium at the Feldheym Central Library, 555 W. 6th Street. McNeeley's wry one-man show serves as both an introduction for newcomers to the wit of the satirist Don Marquis who created these characters 100 years ago and a celebration for old fans. The characters of Archy, a cockroach with the soul of a poet, and Mehitabel, an alley cat with a celebrated past have been beloved by generations of readers and are part of the American pop culture. For information on this program sponsored by the Friends of the San Sunday, May 15 - Friends of the Bernardino Library, call University of California Botanic 909.381.8238 or visit Gardens present Primavera In The www.sbpl.org Gardens from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Botanic Gardens on campus. Saturday, May 14 - the San This afternoon event allows particBernardino County Museum Asso- ipants to stroll through Alder ciation presents its First Annual Canyon, enjoy drinks and appetiz"Bucky Ball" at the Museum, 2024 ers from local vintners, brewers & Orange Tree Lane, Redlands from eateries while enjoying live music. 6 to 10 p.m. This Black Tie op- For ticket information call tional event will feature a wine 951.784.6962 or visit www.garpairing dinner, live auction and dens.ucr.edu jazz. Proceeds benefit the Museum's education programs. For Thursday, May 19 - the City of ticket information call San Bernardino presents Art Walk Night, an evening of student art 909.798.8625. and music performances in downSaturday's May 14 - Feeding town from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. ExAmerica Riverside - San hibitors, activities, performances Bernardino present "March and food will occur in different Against Hunger Walk/Run" from venues within the downtown area 8:00 to 10:30 a.m. at the San and easily accessible for all to Manuel Stadium in San enjoy. Featured will be California Bernardino. Entertainment and ac- State University San Bernardino, tivities will continue until noon. San Bernardino City Unified For information call 951.359.4754 School District, San Bernardino Valley College, Chalk Art Activity, or visit FeedingAmericaIE.org Food Trucks and Music PerformSaturday, May 14 - Friends of ances. For information visit the San Bernardino Public Library www.SBCity.org/SBArtNight present Used Book Sale at the Feldheym Central Library, 555 W. 6th Street. Friends may purchase Monday, May 23 - last from 9 a.m. to noon, the public is day to register to vote invited from noon to 4 p.m. For in- in the June 7, 2016 priformation on how to become a
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For information on the June primary on June 7, 2016 visit these web sites: www.easyvoterguide.org - this guide is available to download in five languages. www.votersedge.org/ca - voter is able to look up personal ballot and polling place. www.sos.ca.gov/elections - this site provides In-depth Voter information Guide in different languages. These sites are made available through a collaboration of the League of Women Voters of California Education Fund and the California State Library.
Friday, May 27 - Providing Opportunities, Dreams, and Education (PODER) at the University of California, Riverside presents its 7th annual fundraising event, "Keeping Dreams Alive": Investing in the Dream Banquet at the Highlander Union Building Banquet Room from 6 to 9 p.m. PODER is a student organization dedicated to disseminating information, developing resources and providing a support network for undocumented students who are pursuing higher education. For ticket and sponsorship information contact Estella Acuna at estella.acuna@ucr.edu
Monday, May 30 Memorial Day
Favorite Quote: -"Democracy cannot succeed unless those who express their choices are prepared to choose wisely. The real safeguard of democracy, therefore is education." -Franklin D. Roosevelt
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Words to Think About: The importance of Respect
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By G. W. Abersold Ph.D.
espect is a value that everyone should strive for. Of course, self-respect is essential for optimal living. Respect for others is close behind. But, what really is it. Webster and Google agree on its definition. They both refer to it as “having regard,” to esteem, to honor. In many respects, it is a religious
word. In the Book of Genesis, chapter four and verse four, says that God had RESPECT for Abel and his offering. Most readers of the Bible focus attention on the conflict between Abel and his brother Cain. Cain murders Abel. The reason given is basically that Cain is envious of his brother’s offering. Consider, however, the sequence of the objects of God’s respect. First is Abel and then his offering. God has respect for the man. God also disrespects Cain’s attitude. It seems their behavior is the reason for God’s respect and His absence of it. Actions speak louder than words when it comes to sharing respect or being the recipients. Respect can be both given and/or received. In many ways it is an earned value. Respect for skills and achievements. Like the actions of Pope Francis I or Warren Buffett, Jordan Spieth, Bill Gates, the Manning brothers. But in another way respect is an automatic response that is a part of human responses. Unless one’s
behavior warrants otherwise. A friend of mine has a habit of greeting everyone he meets with a “hello.” It is a sign of respect, regardless if the person is known by him or a stranger. I’ve tried it and seldom is the greeting ignored. The list of persons that we automatically respect are: teachers, doctors, the elderly, the handicapped, the homeless. Also strangers from other countries, those looking for directions and anyone walking a dog. The list seems endless. Disrespect is shown in various ways. A retired military officer told me that new recruits are often referred to by their last names. It changes by their rank, which symbolizes respect. Some years ago, a college Professor challenged me because of my tardiness, by saying, “It is a sign of disrespect to be late.” Ever since, I try to show my respect by being early for meetings or appointments-including church services and luncheon appointments. Professionals that are habitually late for scheduled appointments-
in my opinion-are not being respectful. Of course there are emergencies. But all the time? No way. This includes Doctors, Lawyers, Dentists, Ministers, Therapists, Salesmen, Service Sales-insurance, travel, taxes, etc. It must be acknowledged that “respect” is a goal and not a certainty. Mistakes can be made. Errors in judgement can be done. Behaviors can be erratic. After all, all of us are human. Any of these failures can erode our standard of respect. There are basic words that lead to the loss of self-respect and the diminishing of respect from others or to others. They are ARROGANCE and IGNORANCE. Either one can erode the power of respect. Sometime ago I read a very interesting and appropriate prayer. Its fulfillment can enable lost respect to be recovered. Always understanding that the answer to our prayers is self-fulfilling. I preface the prayer with a line from the Alcoholics Anonymous Prayer. “O
God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change.” This is the prayer, “God, may all known and unknown Negative Images, Unhealthy Beliefs, and Destructive Cellular Memories be minimized or destroyed. Amen.” Negative images refer to expressions of anger, hatred, envy, cantankerness, sarcasm, criticisms. The unhealthy beliefs refer to: pessimism, doubts, vindictiveness, revenge, giving up, hopelessness, etc. The third prayer is the most subtle and elusive. Scientists are of the belief that memories are stored in our cells, including those in the brain. It refers to the destructive or negative memories that we have. The past is always with us. With God’s help and our own determination we can minimize them controlling the present and the future. Respect for ourselves will return and hopefully respect from others. It is always earned. Amen. Selah. So be it.
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clude loss, grief, discrimination, bullying or alienation from school, violence, abuse, or family difficulties like divorce or separation. Warning Signs of Suicide
°Talking, reading or writing about suicide or death
°Talking about feeling worthlesss or helpless
By Yazmin Alvarez
Talking about suicide — be the one to help
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fter a recent string of four teen suicides in Redlands, school district officials, community leaders and agencies partnered to bring awareness of the tragic events and help the community understand that it’s OK to talk about suicide and wanting to help. As a way to bring all local available resources together, Redlands Unified School District held a Suicide Awareness Community Event May 7 at Citrus Valley High School. More than 400 students, parents, educators and community members showed. The hope was that those in attendance walked away with a sense of recognizing the signs of depression, mental illness and suicide. Suicide Awareness Voices of Education, the founding organization of the National Council for Suicide Prevention, offers information on symptoms, signs and ways to help those in crisis. The hope was that those in attendance walked away with a sense of recognizing the signs of depression, mental illness and suicide. Suicide Awareness Voices of Education, the founding organization of the National Council for Suicide Prevention, offers information on symptoms, signs and ways to help those in crisis. When does my son or daughter need help?
There is no single cause of mental health problems, but some contributing factors in-
°Saying things like: “I’m going to kill myself,” “I wish I were dead,” or “I shouldn’t have been born.” °Visiting or calling people to say goodbye °Organizing or cleaning bed room “for the last time”
°Self-destructive behavior like self-cutting
Depression - What to Look For:
°Feeling sad, empty, or numb sleeping a lot or having trouble sleeping °Feeling tired all the time; repeatedly falling asleep in class
°Feeling hopeless, helpless, worthless or guilty °Feeling angry or moody, crying easily, chronic worrying or experiencing panic attacks
°Avoiding friends; feeling alone even when with friends
°Difficulty concentrating, doing schoolwork, remembering things, or making decisions
°Eating disturbances, like eating more or less than usual, or throwing up
°Alcohol or drug use to escape or mask feelings
For more information and additional resources, visit the SAVE website at www.save.org or call 952-946-7998
If you or anyone you know is in crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-2738255
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On March 30, 2016, nine gentlemen from the W6VAH amateur radio club and American Legion Post 106 met for lunch at Applebee’s on Redlands Blvd. While there is nothing particularly special about a group gathering for lunch, what took place March 30 is the kind of thing that restores faith in humanity and truly touched the hearts of our group. Members of the W6VAH club and American Legion Post 106 are proud of their country and proud of their past. As veterans serving in the Korean and Viet Nam wars these men are close friends who make it a point to continue serving their country and supporting fellow veterans through the actions of their daily lives. Every Monday-Friday they
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how touched he is by this random act of kindness. Other than the hats they wear representing the branches of military served, there is nothing of note drawing attention to this group. We certainly never expected anything like this to happen and it has never happened before, but wow, this touches our hearts and we need to say thanks! Neither the waitress or restaurant manager have seen the mystery woman, perhaps in her mid 20’s, before. You know who you are and we hope you see this so you will know how incredibly grateful we are for your generosity and thoughts!
Schools need to discard the traditional gender roles and focus attention on changing views of students who identify as part of the LGBT community. It is 2016, and people have become more open-minded and accepting. It’s time for schools to get on the same page and end the antiquated norms.
Prom should have same-sex royalty. It’s based on voting, but girls should be allowed to run under the “king” title and vice versa. This is not reverse discrimination toward people who want to run under their gender titles. Rather, it stops oppressing those of the LGBT community who don’t.
Schools need to allow their students to feel accepted rather than feeling that their sexual orientations and identities do not fit with the traditional values that schools continue to uphold.
Schools should be allowed to fulfill the roles they choose or there will be trouble like in Palo Cedro. The two students voted most popular — two boys or two girls — should be allowed to be prom king and queen.
Stick to the traditional standards. We have allowed the tail to wag the dog. Because of compassion, tolerance, love or fear, we have allowed minority thinking to
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Why Education Needs to Be Our Nation’s New Priority
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By Rick Najera
ears ago I was accepted to University of Southern California. None of
my family had ever graduated from college. My dad was a sheet metal worker and my mom was a waitress. We looked and looked for financial aide but none came. One night, I saw my father, a proud man and war veteran, do something I had never seen him do. He begged. He begged for financial aide for me. He wrote a letter detailing our poverty with tax returns to prove it. He had served this country in World War II and later in Vietnam. We simply could not afford college. I never did go to U.S.C.
That’s not to say I have not done well in my career. I have spoken at Harvard and Stanford and many other colleges and universities. But I remember thinking back then that education was
only for the rich. Luckily, Bernie Sanders does not. Imagine if everyone had a chance for a degree in higher education. It would not be a financial burden for this country and taxpayers, it would be a huge financial gain. That’s what Senator Sanders believes. A person with a college degree earns more money over their lifetime than a person without one.
That person will earn more taxable income in the long run. In fact, free college education would be creating more wealth and opportunity, especially for Latinos. The highest group in community college, more than 46 percent, are Latinos. Also of the 55 million Latinos in America, one third is under 18 years of age. How well Latinos are educated
versus incarcerated will decide our future. Bernie Sanders is asking for free higher education and for some people, this may seem like “pie in the sky.” Some may ask where we would get these funds for free colleges. Bernie’s plan is simple. We would earn it from taxing Wall Street’s speculative transactions. Imagine taxing Wall Street instead of bailing it out.
Free college education? Bernie Sanders, some might argue, is not being practical. He’s not following the norm. But no new idea is ever seen as practical at first. But every great leader asks us to dream big from Martin Luther King, Jr. to John F. Kennedy to Cesar Chavez. Sure, it’s a dream now but it’s only a dream till we
achieve it. Then it’s a reality. Maybe some of our priorities might have to change. Maybe as a nation we might have to go to a few less wars, build a few less prisons and try building a few more colleges. But that dream of free education is worth fighting for. Keep dreaming big, Bernie. Keep fighting for me and millions of young Latinos who are standing beside you. Together our dreams can become a reality.
Rick Najera’s play Latinologues was the first successful all Latino written, directed, and starring play on Broadway.
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Por Rick Najera
ace años me aceptaron en la Universidad del Sur de California (USC). Nadie de mi familia se había titulado antes. Mi papá trabajaba con hoja de metal y mi mamá era mesera. Buscaba ayuda financiera por todos lados, pero esta nunca llegó. Una noche, vi a mi padre, un hombre orgulloso y un veterano de guerra, hacer algo que nunca lo había visto hacer antes. Rogó. Rogó que se me concediera ayuda financiera. Escribió una carta que detallaba nuestra pobreza e incluyó las declaraciones fiscales para comprobarla. Había luchado por este país en la Segunda Guerra Mundial y más tarde en
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Vietnam. Simplemente no hubo dinero para la universidad. Nunca asistí a USC.
Esto no quiere decir que me fue mal en mi trayectoria profesional. Me he presentado en Harvard y Stanford y muchas otras escuelas y universidades. Pero recuerdo haber pensado en aquel entonces que la educación era solamente para los ricos. Afortunadamente, Bernie Sanders no piensa así. Imaginen que todos tuvieran la oportunidad de estudiar una carrera universitaria. No sería una carga financiera para este país ni para los contribuyentes fiscales; sería una gran ganancia financiera. Así lo cree el Senador Sanders. Una persona con una licenciatura gana más dinero a lo largo de su vida que una persona que no la tiene.
Esta persona ganará más ingresos tributables a la larga. Es más, una educación universitaria gratuita crearía más riqueza y más oportunidades, sobre todo para los latinos. El grupo más grande en los colegios comunitarios, más del 46%, está compuesto de latinos. Además, de los 55 millones de latinos en Estados Unidos, la tercera parte es menor a 18 años. La buena educación de los latinos como contrapeso a la cárcel decidirá nuestro futuro. Bernie Sanders pide educación superior gratuita para algunos; esto podría parecer inalcanzable. Algunos podrían preguntarse de dónde saldría el dinero para universidades gratuitas. El plan de Bernie es simple. Lo ganaríamos de las operaciones especulativas en la bolsa de valores de Wall Street.
Imaginen gravar a Wall Street en vez de rescatarlo.
¿Estudios universitarios gratuitos? Algunos podrían argumentar que Bernie Sanders no es práctico. No hace caso a lo que siempre se hace. Al principio ninguna idea nueva parece práctica. Pero todo gran líder nos pide tener sueños grandes, desde Martin Luther King, Jr. hasta John F. Kennedy y César Chávez. Claro, por ahora es un sueño, pero solo es un sueño hasta que se logre. Para entonces será una realidad. Tal vez tengan que cambiar algunas de nuestras prioridades. Tal vez como nación tengamos que ir
a menos guerras, construir menos cárceles e intentar construir más universidades. Pero vale la pena luchar por el sueño de estudios universitarios gratuitos. Siga soñando en grande, Bernie. Siga luchando por mí y por millones de jóvenes latinos que lo apoyan. Juntos nuestros sueños pueden convertirse en realidad.
La obra de teatro de Rick Najera, Latinologues, fue la primera obra exitosa en Broadway escrita, dirigida y protagonizada exclusivamente por latinos.
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Teen suicides prompt action, awareness in Redlands and outreach to groups
IECN PHOTO/YAZMIN ALVAREZ
IECN PHOTO/YAZMIN ALVAREZ
More than a dozen community groups and agencies provided information about suicide awareness and ways to help those in need at a May 7 community resource fair at Citrus Valley High School in Redlands.
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By Yazmin Alvarez
string of teen suicides prompted Redlands Unified School District officials and local groups to hold a suicide awareness event, shedding light on the subject that it’s “OK to talk about it.” Hundreds gathered at Citrus Valley High School in Redlands May 7 after four teens committed suicide in the span of about 10 days. The deaths were unrelated, said Lori Rhodes, Redlands Unified superintendent.
The events that have happened in the community and in the greater Redlands area and Inland Empire are not necessarily different than what is happening across the country, Rhodes explained. “But it’s important that we take the time as a community and talk about it because there are warning signs, preventative measures and things that we can be doing as best friends, colleagues and community members to offer help.” The Center for Disease Control reports suicide rates rose 24 percent in the U.S. between 1999 and
2014, with young girls and middleaged men accounting for the largest increases. Because of the recent events and alarming rise in rates, officials felt it was vital for the groups to come together at the event and offer resources in order for the community
A Redlands Unified school resource officer speaks with students during a suicide awareness resource fair May 7 at Citrus Valley High School in Redlands. to understand the importance of offering help. As part of the resource fair, Dr. Daniel Reidenberg, executive director of Suicide Awareness Voices Education, moderated community and student panel discussions and highlighted warning signs of suicide and depression, along with mental illness and suicide prevention tips. More than a dozen community groups and agencies including
Redlands Police Department Community Response Team, Inland Valley Recovery Services and Restoration Counseling were in attendance to offer reading materials and contacts to crisis hotlines to those in attendance. To learn more about suicide prevention, depression or additional resources available, visit www.SAVE.org or call 888-5117283.
Colton businessman Tony Myrell appointed to national board
Courtesy Photo Tony Myrell, President and CEO of Premier Medical Transportation in Colton, was recently appointed to the National Association of Workforce Boards. Myrell has been an active member of the San Bernardino County Workforce Development Board for the past seven years, and will represent the county’s workforce issues at the national level.
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By MJ Duncan
ony Myrell, President and CEO of Premier Medical Transportation in Colton, was recently appointed to the National Association of Workforce Boards, and will occupy one of 25 seats that represent the 550 workforce development boards nationwide. Myrell has been an active member of the San Bernardino County
Workforce Development Board for seven years, and is in his third year as Chair. “I’m very honored by this nomination, and I didn’t realize I made such an impact on the national level,” Myrell said. “I’m proud to represent San Bernardino County and will do so to the best of my ability.” The National Association of Workforce Boards selects informed and influential local Workforce Development Board
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members from the top performing regions around the country as board members. These board members work closely with legislators to influence national policy to support the work of local boards and their partners in education, business, economic development and labor. “With strong understanding of workforce development issues and the vision of a successful entrepreneur, Tony Myrell brings crucial insight to both the local and national boards,” said Sandy Harmsen, Executive Director of the San Bernardino County Workforce Development Board. “His dedication and leadership have created success in San Bernardino County and his expertise will be of great value to the national effort.” This appointment provides the opportunity for Myrell to effect national workforce policy and continue to lead the national discussion with the voice of San Bernardino County and its many innovations and successes. This also allows the best practices that have been developed in San Bernardino County to be shared further on the national stage. The perspective of a small business owner also gives voice to a large category of U.S. businesses. "Tony Myrell has done a superb job as the 5th District appointee on San Bernardino County’s Workforce Development Board. He has been a true champion for our community, striving to ensure our workforce has the tools, education and partnerships needed to succeed,” said San Bernardino County Fifth District Supervisor Josie Gonzales. “I was thrilled to hear of his appointment to the national association. As he has done here in San Bernardino County, I know he will diligently serve with passion and kindness.”
Courtesy Photo San Bernardino Community College Trustee Gloria Harrison spent time discussing community college issues with Lt. Governor Gavin Newsom during the Community Action Fund of Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties 25th Anniversary Celebration.
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Ron Lott, Ken Hubbs featured in professional-style events on same day, just miles apart
Photo/Harvey Kahn Cajon's Kayla Washington was named 2016 Ken Hubbs Award Photo/Harvey Kahn winner at ceremonies at Colton HS. Pro Football Hall of Fame member Ron Lott (Left) pictured at his Eisenhower HS alma mater with school. We're trying to instill in his father, Roy (Right) and family. Lott presented Hometown Hall of Fame plaque for permanent Spanish speaking honors student, who's 4.38 GPA comes from adour students that high school is display at Ike. vanced placement classes. He once in a lifetime opportunity," will play football on scholarship said Ike athletic director Gilbert to win the award and its first girl ketball championship. She was By Harvey M. Kahn at Boise State University. "To be Pulido. "Probably only half our overall winner. selected the CIF-Division 2 State compared to those who have won students know about Ron Lott. It was by coincidence that Ron Basketball Player of the Year, ast Monday, within the the Hubbs Award is very humThere's just too many distractions Lott was in town on the same which helped earn her a scholar12-miles from Rialto to bling," said Mattison. "It is some, but we're talking to them about date as the Hubbs awards cereship to play basketball at WashColton occurred two of thing that will motivate me to pride and tradition." Eisenhower mony. Lott was the 1977 Ken ington State University. She has the biggest high school sport keep achieving more." freshman P.J. Taliloa said he Hubbs Award winner and his son a cumulative 3.48 GPA. Washaward events on the West Coast. Back at Eisenhower HS, Ron never heard of Ron Lott. "I will Ryan Nece won the award in ington was a four-time, all-CIF At Rialto's Eisenhower High Lott challenged its student body. be playing varsity football next 1997. Hubbs and Lott are considpick who led the Citrus Belt School its 1977 alumnus Ron "Are you willing to make the sacyear and now learning about Ron ered the best all-around athletes League in scoring and reboundLott appeared on campus to presrifices. Play as hard as you can at Lott will definitely motivate me." in San Bernardino County hising on four CBL championship ent the "Hometown Hall of everything. Be the best you can tory. Lott is called by experts as teams at Cajon. During that span, Famer" plaque. Lott was inducted be. If you work picking up trash, one of the best defensive backs Cajon went 47-1 in league. into the National Football League be the best trash man you can ever. He was a key member on "Winning the Hubbs Award is a Hall of Fame in 2000. His alma be," said Lott. He said his first four San Francisco 49ers Super very big deal because it means mater is just one of 98 high job was pulling weeds for the Bowl winning teams. that I was successful on and off schools in America thus far to be City of Rialto. Lott told the stuAlso at Eisenhower HS for the the court," said Washington. The honored as a Hometown Hall of dents that more can be found out Hometown Hall of Famer presenHubbs Award selection commitFame school. about a person in times of advertation was Pro Football HOF reptee considers overall character A few hours later at nearby sity. "It's not about the times of resentative George Veras, Ike along with athletic ability. WashColton High School, the 52nd glory." He mentioned Ike prep principal Scott Sparks, Rialto ington said she heard about the Annual Ken Hubbs Award Bancoaches Ken Bailey, Bill ChristoUnified School District Superinaward but did not initially realize quet was held, where 50 athletes pher, and Tom Hoak. He played tendent Dr. Cuauhtemoc Avila, its impact. "I now know. It was an were honored as Hubbs winners baseball at Ike for coach Mike Rialto Mayor Deborah Robertextremely professionally confrom their school. This year's Mayne and basketball for Ron son, former NFL player and Ike ducted event. I am very, very imoverall winners were Kayla Roehler. grad Craig Newsome. The homepressed." Washington was a Washington from Cajon HS and Lott's father, Roy gave the introtown heroes plaque was preCIF-qualifier in the 300 hurdles Alexander Mattison of San duction speech by recalling his sented by Tom Suttles of the Ford as a freshman. Like Mattison, she Bernardino HS. One boy and one son's days at Bemis Elementary, Motor Company, sponsors of the is active in church activities. girl senior athlete is picked from Frisbie Middle School, and later event. Mattison was a two-time all25 high schools in the greater playing football at Ike. "This After being named the 2016 CIF, all-County and all-Mountain Colton region. Mattison, a standspeech I give today is more imKen Hubbs Award winners, both League MVP running back and out football player is the sixth portant than the one I gave for Washington and Mattison are four year league champion in 110 student from SBHS to win the Photo/Harvey Kahn Ronnie at the Football Hall of now also chronicled among the hurdles, who added a two-year Hubbs Award. Washington, a Fame in Canton," said Roy Lott. 2016 Ken Hubbs Award winner County's top all-time athletes. league wrestling championship. championship basketball player "Ron Lott coming back here Alexander Mattison with SBHS Washington helped lead Cajon to He is San Bernardino High's allis the fourth student from Cajon today is very important to our football coach Jeff Imbriani. the County's first girls state bastime leading rusher. Mattison is a
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Page A12 • May 12, 2016 • EC • IECN NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED PROPERTY THE WEST VALLEY WATER DISTRICT ("DISTRICT") IS IN OF POSSESSION UNCLAIMED FUNDS. THESE FUNDS, HELD IN OUR GENERAL FUND, WILL BECOME THE PROPERTY OF THE DISTRICT ON JUNE 30, 2016. A PARTY OF INTEREST MAY FILE A CLAIM WITH THE TREASURER OF THE DISTRICT, THE CLAIM MUST INCLUDE THE CLAIMANT'S NAME, ADDRESS, AMOUNT OF THE CLAIM, AND THE GROUNDS ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS FOUNDED. CLAIMS MAY BE FILED IN WRITING AND MAILED TO WEST VALLEY WATER DISTRICT, TREASURER, P.O.BOX 920, RIALTO, CALIFORNIA, 92377
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Petitioner or Attorney: Maria Magdalena Garcia, 2009 E. Tam O’Shanter Street, Ontario, Californai 91761. Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino, 8303 North Haven Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730. PETITION OF: Maria Magdalena Garcia, FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CIVRS 1600129 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: Maria Magdalena Garcia has filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: Maria Magdalena Garcia to Proposed name: Magdalena Loza Garcia 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: 69-16, Time: 8:30 Dept: R12 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: APR 14 2016 R GLENN YABUNO Judge of the Superior Court Published El Chicano 4/21,4/28,5/5,5/12/16 E-7421
NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE OF AUTOMOBILE(S) Notice is hereby given pursuant to sections 3071 and 3072 of the Civil Code of the State of California, the undersigned will sell the following vehicles at lien sale at said address(s) at said time(s) on: Wednesday, May 25, 2016 to wit: YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 94 MERZ WDBEA34E3RC012986 7FAZ552 CA To be sold by: Desert Valley Towing, 14043 Pioneer Road, Apple Valley, San Bernardino County, CA 92307 (10:00 AM) YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 94 HOND JHMCD5638RC037369 7LSR273 CA To be sold by: Desert Valley Towing, 3564 Cajon Boulevard, San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, CA 92336 (10:00 AM) YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 06 NISS 1 N 4 A L 11 D 4 6 N 3 4 7 4 6 4 7AWU502 CA To be sold by: Desert Valley Towing, 17177 Eureka Street, Victorville, San Bernardino County, CA 92395 (10:00 AM) Said sale is for the purpose of satisfying lien of the above signed for towing, storage, labor, materials and lien charges, together with costs of advertising, and expenses of sale. LienTek Solutions, Inc. P.O. Box 443, Bonita, CA 91908 CNS-2879098# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 5/12/16 E-7436
• 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: CHAVEZ/HUERTA CENTER SITE IMPROVEMENT PHASE II – PARKING EXPANSION BID NO. 16-17-002
Up to, but not later than, 10:00 a.m. on June 2, 2016
There will be a mandatory pre-bid conference/job walk on May 23, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at
Rialto Unified School District Chavez/Huerta Center 324 N. Palm 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.
Licenses: The District 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 10:00 a.m. on June 2, 2016 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 Facilities Planning 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. Bid documents will also be available through BidClerk www.bidclerk.com and Dodge Plan Room www.construction.com/dodge. For information regarding this project, prospective bidders are requested to contact Architect Greg Chapman GChapman@pcharch.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/PWD) 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, payable to the District. A Payment Bond and 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, May 12, 2016 Second publication: Thursday, May 19, 2016 Pre-Bid Conference/Job Walk: MANDATORY * Monday, May 23, 2016, 11 a.m. Deadline for Final Written Questions: Wednesday, May 25, 2016, 4 p.m. Response to written questions, issue last addendum: Friday, May 27, 2016, 4 p.m. Bids Due: Thursday, June 02, 2016, 10 a.m.
Daniel Distrola Purchasing Manager Rialto Unified School District San Bernardino County, State of California
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 5/12,5/19/16 E-7432
NOTICE INVITING BIDS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the San Bernardino City Unified School District ("DISTRICT") invites sealed bids for Bid No. F-16-06 Prop 39 – EEP1 at Six (6) School Sites. 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 Friday May 27, 2016. 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 Conference Room C. Bid Forms or Attachments thereto received after the stipulated time will be rejected and returned to Bidders 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. Due to incentive requirement offered through Southern California Edison (SCE) qualified bidders must be on Southern California Edison (SCE) approved list of HVAC Optimization Contractors: https://www.hvacoptimization.com/contractors. Application must be submitted to Energy Solution by ED Contractor no later than June 13, 2016. In addition, due to incentive requirement offered through Southern California Edison (SCE) Mid-Stream Point of Purchase (MPOP) program, LED Troffer Kits needed for this project are to be purchased through qualidistributors: fied https://www.sceonlineapp.com /MidstreamPOP.aspx 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 w w w. c 2 r e p r o . c o m a f t e r Thursday May 12th, 2016. There is a refundable deposit of Ten dollars ($10.00) for each set of 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) 632-8329 Public Plan Room: www.c2repro.com Bid documents will be available at C2 Reprographics for viewing after Thursday May 12th, 2016. 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 we@mhfl.com document Phone: 1-800-393-6343 Fax: 1-877-836-7711 The Blue Book Building & Construction NetworkPublic Plan Room: www.thebluebook.com 800 E. Main St.P.O. Box 500Jefferson Valley, NY 10535TJ Downey tdowney@thebluebook.comP hone: (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.k12. ca.us or fax, (909) 885-9991. The deadline to submit Requests for Bid Information ("RFBI") is 4:00PM on Friday May 20, 2016. All Responses to Requests for Bid Information, clarifications and/or addenda will be issued no later than Tuesday May 24, 2016 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 Design Bid Build Prime Contract Bid and all bidders to be considered responsive shall have a current California B and/or C20. Please see page 1, SCE incentive requirement. PREVAILING WAGE: 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 Labor Code section 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 PROJECT SCOPE OF WORK: Refer to project site 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: Remove and replace select rooftop air conditioning units on existing curbs including reconnection of existing ducting, condensate and gas utilities & rebalance air. Upgrade HVAC controls and interphase with EMS. Replace existing boilers with high efficiency condensing boiler at few sites. Upgrade fan and pump motors to premium efficiency motors. Rework existing electrical feeder, install lighting retrofit products. Compliance of lighting control with T24 mandatory control requirements. Exterior lighting upgrade to have vacancy, dimming, photocell (24ft pole only), and timed interface to BMS/EMS. Six (6) School Sites included in the above are: Belvedere scope Elementary School, Marshall Elementary School, Salina Elementary School, Ramona Alessandro Elementary School, Kimbark Elementary School, and North Park Elementary School. 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/smb u s / d e f a u l t . h t m , http://search.cadvbe.org/dvbe s/search and http://www.bidsync.com/DPXB isCASB. PRE-BID CONFERENCES AND JOB WALKS: A mandatory pre-bid conference and job walk will be held at the sites on May 17, 2016 at 10:00 AM. Conference will start at Kimbark ES, then will travel to North Park ES, Belvedere ES, Marshall ES, Salinas ES, and finally end the walk at Ramona job Alessandro ES. IMPORTANT DATES: First Publication THURSDAY MAY 12, 2016 Second Publication MONDAY MAY 16, 2016 Pre Bid Conference and Job Walk TUESDAY MAY 17, 2016 RFI Due FRIDAY, MAY 20, 2016 Addendum Due TUESDAY MAY 24, 2016 Bid Opening 2:00PM ON FRIDAY MAY 27, 2016 Bid Posting on Facilities Website WEDNESDAY, JUNE 01, 2016 Tentative Board Meeting TUESDAY, JUNE 07, 2016 NTP (Tentative) THURSDAY JUNE 09, 2016 SCE Application (Tentative) FRIDAY JUNE 10, 2016 (NO LATER THAN MONDAY JUNE 13, 2016 END of NOTICE INVITING BID CNS-2879804# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 5/12, 5/19/16 E-7437
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO NOTICE FOR "Request for Proposal" RFP #PC897 Local Rents Market Analysis HACSB CONTACT PERSON: Angie Lardapide Procurement & Contracts Department Housing Authority of San Bernardino 715 E. Brier Drive, San Bernardino, CA 92408 alardapide@hacsb.com HOW TO OBTAIN BID DOCS: 1. Access www.hacsb.com 2. Click onto the "Business" tab 3. Click on Bid #PC897 to view and download Request for Proposal PROPOSAL SUBMITTAL RETURN: HACSB Administration Office 715 E. Brier Drive San Bernardino, CA 92408 Attn: Angie Lardapide Procurement Department PROPOSAL SUBMISSION DATE: June 6, 2016 by 2PM PST CNS-2877279# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 5/12/16 E-7433
NOTICE INVITING BIDS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids will be received in the Board of Education BID BOX located in the main Foyer at SAN BERNARDINO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, 777 North F Street, San Bernardino, CA 92410, on or before May 17, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. for: Bid No. 15-22, External Internet Access Device and Services
Bid forms on which the bid must be presented, specifications, terms, conditions, and instructions required for bidding may be secured at above department or downloaded from the District website at http://www.sbcusd.k12.ca.us/bi ds.aspx
Bids will be received at the BID BOX, SAN BERNARDINO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, 777 North F Street, San Bernardino, California, 92410, and shall be opened at the above stated time and place. All bids must be clearly marked on the outside of the envelope with the bidder's company name and the Bid Number 1522. It is the bidder’s sole responsibility to ensure that their bid is received in the bid box on time. No bidder may withdraw their bid for a period of sixty (60) days after the date set for the opening of bids.
The Board of Education reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, and to accept or reject any item, to withdraw a line item or entire bid, or to waive any irregularities or informalities in the bids or in the bidding. The District may award any, all, or none of this bid. Purchase is contingent upon availability of funds. Local and minority bidders are specifically encouraged to submit bids.
Publication date: May 12, 2016 Bid Opening: May 17, 2016 at 11:00 a.m.
SAN BERNARDINO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
By: Lenore McCall, Buyer, Purchasing Services San Bernardino City Unified School District, San Bernardino, CA (909) 381-1339 CNS-2876399# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 5/12/16 E-7434 NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE OF AUTOMOBILE(S) Notice is hereby given pursuant to sections 3071 and 3072 of the Civil Code of the State of California, the undersigned will sell the following vehicles at lien sale at said address(s) at said time(s) on: Tuesday, May 24, 2016 to wit: YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 09 TOYT JTDBT903391338076 7HYK668 CA To be sold by: CERTIFIED TOWING, 1135 E STATE STREET, ONTARIO, SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA 91761 (10:00 AM) Said sale is for the purpose of satisfying lien of the abovesigned for towing, storage, labor, materials and lien charges, together with costs of advertising, and expenses of sale. Clear Choice Lien Service, Inc. P.O. Box 159009 San Diego, CA 92175 CNS-2877459# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 5/12/16 E-7435 NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE OF AUTOMOBILE(S) Notice is hereby given pursuant to sections 3071 and 3072 of the Civil Code of the State of California, the undersigned will sell the following vehicles at lien sale at said address(s) at said time(s) on: Thursday, May 26, 2016 to wit: YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 07 HOND 1HGCM56337A142767 7NNH498 CA To be sold by: CERTIFIED TOWING, 1135 E STATE STREET, ONTARIO, SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA 91761 (10:00 AM) Said sale is for the purpose of satisfying lien of the abovesigned for towing, storage, labor, materials and lien charges, together with costs of advertising, and expenses of sale. Clear Choice Lien Service, Inc. P.O. Box 159009, San Diego, CA 92175 CNS-2879145# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 5/12/16 E-7438
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LA CPUC REALIZA EN SAN DIEGO UN FORO SOBRE EL Rep. Aguilar Holds Spring Academy DISEëO DE LAS TARIFAS PARA DIALOGAR ACERCA DE LA Day for Inland Empire Students NUEVA ESTRUCTURA QUE REFLEJA LOS COSTOS ACTUALES n Saturday, Rep. Pete that they need and I look forward
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QUÉ: Foro sobre Diseño de las Tarifas de la CPUC en Oxnard CUÁNDO: Lunes, 18 de abril de 2016, a las 18:00 horas DÓNDE: Courtyard by Marriot Oxnard, Pavilion Arbor Room,
600 East Esplanade Dr., Oxnard 93036 ¿POR QUÉ? Para dialogar y contestar preguntas acerca de la decisión de la CPUC de julio de 2015 que pasó las tarifas eléctricas residenciales del estado a una estructura más eficaz basada en los costos, otorgando a los consumidores más oportunidades para ahorrar, y fomentando la optimización de recursos y la confiabilidad de la red. En este foro público, la CPUC dialogará sobre las tarifas por horario de uso, la transición de cuatro a dos categorías de tarifas, los beneficios económicos y medioambientales de estas nuevas tarifas, y los planes de la CPUC para trabajar en estrecha
n Saturday, May 14, San Bernardino County will hold a grand opening celebration for the new Bloomington Branch Library. The 6,700-square-foot library is part of the newly-completed Bloomington Grove affordable housing apartments and Lillian Court senior community. The library is located at 18028 Valley Boulevard in Bloomington. The Bloomington Branch Library features a children's reading area, private study rooms and computer lab. "It's exciting to bring the fun of books and reading, right into the neighborhood, in a way that will encourage greater access to learning for our local families. The Bloomington Grove family housing, along with Lillian Court sen-
ior housing, provide a unique opportunity for residents to live, work and stay in Bloomington. I am so proud of this investment which demonstrates this county's strong commitment to our unincorporated area residents," said Supervisor Josie Gonzales. The free community celebration event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. A public dedication ceremony and ribbon cutting for the library will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. followed by lunch and library tours. As many as eight food trucks will be on site that day serving a mix of hot dogs, sliders, grilled cheese, Kona ice and cupcakes, plus much more. The first 1,700 attendees will receive a complimentary lunch and dessert ticket. The family-fun celebration will
7 de enero de 2016. La Comisión de Servicios Públicos de California (CPUC) realizará un foro comunitario en Fresno para dialogar y contestar preguntas acerca de la reciente decisión de la CPUC de hacer un cambio significativo en las tarifas eléctricas residenciales, incluido el requisito de que a partir de 2019 se ofrecerá a todos los clientes residenciales las tarifas por horario de uso como opción por defecto.
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colaboración con los servicios públicos y las comunidades de toda California para asegurar que los consumidores estén preparados para estos cambios.
Para inscribirse para este evento (no se exige, pero se agradece), visite www.cpuc.ca.gov/RateDesignForums/. Para más información sobre la decisión de la CPUC sobre el diseño de las tarifas, vea nuestro comunicado de prensa del 3 de julio de 2015 en http://docs.cpuc.ca.gov/PublishedDocs/Published/G000/M15 3/K072/153072586.PDF. Para más información sobre la CPUC, visite www.cpuc.ca.gov.
Aguilar hosted Spring Academy Day for Inland Empire students interested in attending U.S. Service Academies. Representatives from the U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy and U.S. Air Force Academy spoke at the information session where they addressed a number of topics, including admission timelines, admission requirements and preparation, the application process, course loads, available degrees and expectations. “Expanding access to higher education opportunities and giving students the tools they need to make important decisions about their futures are my top priorities,” said Rep. Aguilar. He added, “I’m glad we were able to help connect these young leaders with the resources
to seeing what their futures hold.” Dozens of students and family members attended the workshop, which was held at Summit Intermediate School in Etiwanda. This was the second Academy Day Rep. Aguilar has held since taking office last January. He previously held a similar information session in October. Students interested in applying to U.S. Service Academies require nominations to be considered. For the class of 2020, seven students from California’s 31st Congressional District will be attending U.S. Service Academies in the Fall of 2016, all of whom received nominations from Rep. Aguilar. For more information, please contact Rep. Aguilar’s office at 909-890-4445 or visit aguilar.house.gov.
tunities. The Bloomington Branch Library is part of a greater County reinvestment in the Bloomington community. Along with the library, the County pursued development of 106 much-needed quality affordable housing apartments for seniors and families. The County will begin construction for the second phase of an additional four-acre site which will add 85 units to the Bloomington Grove affordable housing development. The second phase is set to open in Spring 2017. The County developed the housing in partner-
ship with Related California. The San Bernardino County Library System is a dynamic network of 32 branch libraries that serves a diverse population over a vast geographic area. The County library system strives to provide equal access to information, technology, programs, and services for all people who call San Bernardino County home. The library plays a key role in the achievement of the Countywide Vision by contributing to educational, cultural and historical development of our County community.
Bloomington library opening celebration set for May 14 have music and entertainers including magicians, balloon storytelling and live animals. Booths will feature treats and games. The County Library and Colton Unified School District's Super Hero Reading Program will be there as well with surprise guests and giveaways. Attendees will also learn more about Vision2Read, a Countywide Vision campaign designed to focus attention on the importance of reading, highlight literacy-related programs and services throughout the county and connect people to available reading resources and/or volunteer oppor-