$3 Million Job Training Center Breaks Ground to Transform San Bernardino and Empower At-Risk Populations
By Manny Sandoval
In a significant boost to the local economy, the San Bernardino Community College District (SBCCD) celebrated a $3 million investment from the U.S. Economic Development Administration to construct a state-of-the-art job training center.
The center, slated to open by 2028, will be
located at 114 S. Del Rosa Dr., near the former Norton Air Force Base. It aims to provide vital skills and employment opportunities to unemployed adults, at-risk youth, and other vulnerable populations, including formerly incarcerated individuals.
During the ceremonial groundbreaking, SBCCD Chancellor Diana Z. Rodriguez hailed the future center as an "oasis of opportunity." She emphasized its role in
bridging the gap between education and employment, offering hands-on, accelerated, industry-recognized training in a 17,620-square-foot facility equipped with both indoor and outdoor training areas.
"We are all in this together," said Rodriguez. "Industry, labor, education, government, non-profit, educators, you SBCCD Job Center cont. on next pg.
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new mural entitled “Resilience” by San Bernardino artist Brenda Angel was unveiled on Wednesday, July 31, at the Encanto Community Center, located at 1108 West
9th Street. This was the second mural dedicated as part of the City of San Bernardino Beautification and Cultural Infusion Project, funded through a Creative Corps Inland SoCal grant from the Inland Empire Community Foundation in partnership with the California Arts Council.
The mural, depicting three masked healthcare workers, honored the unwavering dedication of San Bernardino healthcare professionals and first responders during the pandemic.
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The new mural honoring healthcare workers is located at 1108 W. 9th Street.
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The U.S. Economic Development Administration and Rep. Pete Aguilar presenting SBCCD with a $3 million check.
PHOTO MANNY SANDOVAL (Left to right) Rep. Pete Aguilar, Chancellor Dr. Diana Z. Rodriguez, and U.S. Department of Commerce Assistant Secretary Alejandra Castillo breaking ground at the event.
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name it. We are super excited about it. Thank you all for being a part of this work."
The event was attended by notable figures, including U.S. Department of Commerce Assistant Secretary Alejandra Castillo, Congressman Pete Aguilar, Assemblymember Eloise Gomez Reyes, Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr., San Bernardino Mayor Helen Tran, and San Bernardino City Councilmember Damon Alexander.
Diverse Program Offerings
The job training center will offer a range of programs designed to equip participants with the skills needed to succeed in various industries. Key programs include:
Probation Forklift Training: A 36hour specialized course aimed at individuals under 25 who are at-risk or involved in the juvenile justice system. The program focuses on safety and efficiency in forklift operations.
Building Industry Association (BIA) Construction Training: This 144-hour program provides foundational knowledge and practical skills for those looking to enter or advance in the construction industry. The curriculum emphasizes safety and regulatory compliance.
Utility Line Clearance Arborist Training: A five-week, 200-hour program that trains individuals for careers in tree maintenance and safety around power lines, offering entry-level grounds jobs.
Clothes Closet: A community service initiative providing free clothing to individuals and families facing economic hardships. The program ensures access to clean, appropriate attire for both professional and casual occasions.
Multi-Craft Core Curriculum (MC3): An Apprenticeship Readiness Program offering industry certifications such as Construction OSHA-10 and First Aid/CPR/AED. It targets women, youth, formerly incarcerated individuals, and minorities, preparing them for lucrative careers in construction within building trades unions.
Employment Training Panel (ETP): A state-funded initiative that provides upskilling and reskilling training for California workers. SBCCD offers both customized training for individual employers and multi-employer sessions, covering topics like Microsoft Excel, leadership, conflict resolution,
OSHA safety, and customer service.
California Manufacturers Technology Consulting (CMTC): Through a federal MEP grant, this program offers outreach and training for small and medium-sized manufacturers, as well as distribution companies.
Back 2 Work: In partnership with the Butte County Office of Education, this program supports marginalized populations, including veterans, individuals impacted by the justice system, and underrepresented women in the workforce.
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation - Caltrans: This collaboration provides employment skills to individuals under parole supervision, aiming to reduce recidivism. Participants work on litter clean-up projects across California highways.
Community Impact
Congressman Pete Aguilar, a key advocate for the center, expressed his pride in contributing to the project's realization. "As someone who grew up in these communities, it is a deep honor to be able to help secure investments to help our region grow and thrive," said Aguilar. "This new job training facility will empower anyone interested in pursuing a trade, with the skills to be successful and make a difference in our community."
Echoing Aguilar's sentiments, U.S. Department of Commerce Assistant Secretary Alejandra Castillo highlighted the importance of inclusive economic growth. "We know that if we leave our rural areas behind and leave our most disadvantaged communities behind, we know that if we leave communities of color behind - then our nation, OUR nation, will not be able to rev up the engines that we need in order to stay competitive and protect our national security," said Castillo.
SBCCD Trustee Frank Reyes added a lighter note, joking about the district's success in securing federal grants. "I don't want to compare ourselves to other colleges, but we are the best. We have secured more grants on the federal level than many others," Reyes said. He also teased Rep. Aguilar about bringing new grant requests to his office on Monday morning.
The new job training center stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of local, regional, and national stakeholders, committed to creating economic opportunities and fostering a resilient community.
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“Public art plays a vital role in fostering community pride and engagement,” said San Bernardino Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Director Lydie Gutfeld. “This mural’s title, 'Resilience,' speaks volumes about our community and the personal sacrifice our healthcare workers made.”
The mural’s creator, local artist Brenda Angel, originally focused on large canvas paintings and created her first mural in 2022. Since then, she has created and worked on several murals, including for Omnitrans and the Alley Gallery.
The project was made possible by a $100,000 Creative Corps Inland SoCal grant from the California Arts Council and the Inland Empire Community Foundation. The grant provided $40,000 to commission artists to create public murals at community centers and parks, $40,000 for cultural demonstrations and artist workshops promoting cultural diversity, education, and community engagement, and $20,000 for supplies and equipment.
Earlier this month, a mural entitled “Welcome to San Bernardino” created by local artist Christian Mariscal and also funded through the Creative Corps grant was unveiled at the Rudy C. Hernandez Community Center.
$1.4 Million Grant to Fund EV Charging Stations in San Bernardino Community News
The City of San Bernardino and Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino have received a $1,405,800 grant from the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) to fund the construction of sixteen new public electric vehicle charging stations near Baseline Street at the Arrowhead Grove Housing Community.
“We see more EV’s on our roads every day,” said San Bernardino Mayor Helen Tran. “It is important that charging stations are available to people who live in apartments and condos in addition to single family homes. This project helps us do that.”
The grant will provide funds to construct four fast charging stations and twelve standard charging stations, as well as 32 additional EV ready spaces for the future installation of charging stations as demand for auto charging increases.
The project will be a part of the next phase of housing construction at Arrowhead Grove, a 40-acre housing complex that integrates both market rate and affordable housing.
The charging stations are planned to be powered by on-site solar panels.
“We are thrilled that the project was selected to receive a $1.4 million funding award through SCAG’s Carbon Reduction
Program,” said Maria Razo, Executive Director of the Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino. “The strategic placement of these new stations means that they will be able to serve both the residents of Arrowhead Grove and this entire area of San Bernardino. We are proud to partner with the City of San Bernardino in bringing this feature to the community.”
The grant is a part of SCAG’s $92 million Carbon Reduction Program, which funds projects throughout the Southern California Region between 2023 and 2026.
The project was submitted to SCAG through the San Bernadino County Transit Agency (SBCTA).
Arrowhead Grove is a vibrant, mixed use, mixed income sustainable community that occupies a site that used to be the 1940’s era public housing project known as Waterman Gardens.
Now in its fourth phase, Arrowhead Grove at build out will include 534 new units of housing, commercial space, and onsite Head Start program, along with a new community center and healthcare clinic.
Construction of the EV-charging stations is expected to begin in early 2025 with a completion date of June 2026.
Anthony Tony Barrera
August 22, 1955 – July 9, 2024
Lovingly called "Poppa T", “Grandpa”, “Uncle Tony” and "Bubba", Anthony, 68, died unexpectedly on July 9, 2024 from Cancer. He was a resident of San Bernardino, CA.
He served in the US Army from 1972 -1975 in Germany. He was only 17 years old when he signed up. Anthony often told the story about how he always wanted to be a US Postman since he was a child. He fulfilled that endeavor as a mailman employed for 41 years and retired on 8/03/19. He also enjoyed his position as a Trustee for the NALC union for postal workers.
He enjoyed traveling, loved camping, golf, bowling, and baseball. Anthony was a total fan of the Packers football team. Listening to Patsy Cline music was a tradition for many years on every trip out to Bishop to fish with his friends. Every morning he used to say “Thank you Lord for blessing me with this new day.” He loved life. He was extremely kind and giving to all. Anthony would help anyone who asked or needed help, no matter the circumstance.
We loved him to the moon and back. There is no measure of how much he loved his family.
Anthony was preceded in death by his father, Tony C. Barrera; mother Elizabeth “Nena” Quehada; and his son Tony Jr. Anthony is survived by his 2 sons Michael and Chris, his daughter Melissa; Dolores Barrera; 6 grandchildren, Andrew, Brandon, and Madison Barrera, Louie and Antonio Gama, Gianna Sanchez and 1 great-grandbaby, Jordan. His only sister, Darlene Carrillo, will miss him with all her heart. They were extremely close.
He is also survived by Magdalena Alonzo and their 3 sons Eric, Vincent and Jason Alonzo; 14 grandchildren, Steven, Justin, Erica, Felicia, Sierra and JosephJoshua, Caleb, Jacob and GabrielVictoria, Carlie and Reese; 2 great granddaughters, Sophia and Zoe.
Fond memories, love and peace Dearheart.
Services will be held at Preciado Funeral Home in San Bernardino on 8/2/24 at 10 am, followed by military service at Arlington Veterans Cemetery in Riverside at 2 pm. A Celebration of Life will take place on 8/3/24 from 4 to 8 pm at the Eagles Hall in San Bernardino.
Man Arrested in Sacramento for Colton Homicide; Suspect to Face Trial in San Bernardino
By Manny Sandoval
Asuspect in the June 3 homicide of Brandon Moore, a 25-year-old resident of Colton, has been apprehended in Sacramento, authorities announced.
Yusuf Wilson Jr., 31, of San Bernardino, was arrested on July 23 without incident by a coalition of law enforcement agencies, including the Colton Police Department, San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, and the U.S. Marshal Service.
The incident occurred around 10:45 PM on June 3, when Colton police responded to reports of a shooting near Fairway Drive & Sperry Drive.
Officers discovered Moore deceased inside a vehicle at an apartment complex located at 936 E. Fairway Drive. The Colton Police Department swiftly launched an investigation, identifying Wilson Jr. as the primary suspect.
Utilizing various investigative resources, authorities tracked Wilson Jr. to a residence in the 1800 block of Ethan Way in Sacramento. The collaborative effort led to his arrest and subsequent booking into the Sacramento County Jail. He will soon be transferred to San Bernardino County, where he will face charges related to Moore's murder.
The Colton Police Department continues to seek information
from anyone who may have witnessed the shooting or possesses relevant details. Individuals are encouraged to contact Corporal Roberta Valencia at (909) 370-5184 or Sergeant Shawn McFarland at (909) 370-5140. Anonymous tips can also be submitted via the WeTip hotline at 1-800-78CRIME or through their website.
This arrest marks a significant development in the case, offering a semblance of closure to the victim's family and the Colton community.
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities urge the public to come forward with any additional information.
Board of Supervisors Proposes Protections for Law Enforcement Funding
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The Board of Supervisors today took a significant step toward ensuring consistent protection for San Bernardino County’s many unincorporated communities.
Supervisors voted unanimously to place the San Bernardino County Law Enforcement Staffing and Community Protection Act of 2024 on the Nov. 5 General Election ballot. If approved by a majority of voters, the act will establish a funding formula for law enforcement resources in unincorporated communities and make it difficult for future boards to reduce law enforcement funding.
“We went through an era, that actually still to some degree exists, of ‘defund the police.’ This
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is an opportunity for us to communicate to our residents that we see, hear and understand that they would like to have minimum levels of staffing to ensure that we do have community protections,” said Board of Supervisors Chairman and Third District Supervisor Dawn Rowe.
The act would require the board to allocate a minimum amount of funding in its annual budget to fund patrol personnel’s direct salary and benefit costs for operations in the unincorporated areas of the county.
The minimum amount would be the average of actual patrol personnel salary and benefit costs in the unincorporated area of the county in the three preceding fiscal years.
The board could suspend the requirement for no more than 12
months only if it declares a fiscal emergency by at least a fourfifths vote. Funding during a fiscal emergency would not be factored into future three-year averages unless authorized by a five-fifths vote of the board.
The act would also ensure competitive compensation for the Sheriff and District Attorney by modernizing the formula used to set their base salaries. The existing formula is based on the salaries paid in Kern, Riverside, Orange, San Diego and Ventura counties.
The act would delete Kern County and add Los Angeles County to the formula. The change would also apply to San Bernardino County’s AssessorRecorder-County Clerk and Auditor-Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector.
No More Delays – South Coast Regulators Must Act on Rail Yard Pollution
By UCR Student Esmeralda Sanchez
Ihave lived in the Inland Empire my whole life and it’s clear the impacts of our air quality and climate crisis aren’t just hypothetical for me and my community. We are already living with the impacts of our leaders' inaction on climate. Growing up in San Bernardino and going to school in Riverside, I have watched the boom of warehouses pop up in my community and with them the swarms of polluting freight trains and rail yards.
Rail yards are so common that it really is like the trains are in our backyards. We hear them rumble and smell the pollution from their diesel engines 24 hours a day, seven days a week as they crawl through our towns. And it’s not just the trains that are impacting our communities, it’s the machinery and polluting trucks at these facilities as well. With the rise of e-commerce and warehouses, freight facilities create a network of harm to our communities that our local leaders have to address urgently.
I am 22 years old and already live with severe asthma and pulmonary inflammation, requiring me to see my doctor regularly to treat these conditions. It feels like
my airways just aren’t functioning the way they should, and I’ve been told that this is a direct result of breathing the air in my hometown and where I go to school in Riverside. I’ve watched my younger siblings suffer from consistent nosebleeds with no real solution. All the while, these major polluters continue to line their pockets with massive profits at the expense of our communities.
This summer we’ve had almost non-stop bad air quality days since the beginning of June. Combined with record-breaking heat waves, we are having to shoulder a dangerous combination of extreme heat and unhealthy air. We need strong action to cut dangerous air pollution and slash climate-harming emissions across our region.
I love my community but I worry I won’t be able to stay here because of the unhealthy air and the impact it has already had on me and my family. How can we maintain the health and wellbeing of ourselves and our families if the air we breathe keeps making us sick? If we don’t start implementing strong rules to clean up our air and polluters can continue to expand their harmful operations, I don’t know how far would be far enough to get away from this dangerous pollution.
I got involved with my local Sierra Club chapter to
help inform my community about this toxic pollution and how we can hold polluters accountable for the harm they’ve caused. For years the community has fought for strong rules that support a cleaner freight industry.
This summer, the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) has an opportunity to cut pollution from the rail yards and begin to hold polluters accountable by adopting the Rail Yard Indirect Source Rule (ISR). For too long regulators have let a massively profitable industry freely pollute our communities. In 2021, The SCAQMD adopted the Warehouse ISR that is already working to encourage warehouse operators to deploy clean technologies and hold those out of compliance accountable. The SCAQMD can build on this success and really begin to tackle the harm caused by freight facilities and keep goods moving in a cleaner way, by adopting the Rail Yard ISR this summer.
I want myself and my community to breathe healthy air, I want to be able to have a future that is not dictated by polluters. It’s time for the SCAQMD to adopt the Rail Yard ISR this summer.
Esmeralda Sanchez is a fourth-year student at the University of California, Riverside and intern with the Sierra Club’s Clean Transportation for All campaigns.
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San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) held a record-breaking, annual Back-toSchool Extravaganza (BTSE) July 24 at San Bernardino Valley College to help District families get ready for the start of the new school year.
There were more than 60 booths providing information and free school supplies. Families could collect stamps from select SBCUSD booths on a special passport to get a free backpack for their school-aged children. Other SBCUSD booths offered free books, three-ring binders and other school supplies that students will need for the first day of school on Monday, Aug. 5.
“The Extravaganza provides our SBCUSD families with standard back-toschool items like backpacks, but it does so much more,” said Dr. Beatriz BarajasGonzalez, Director of Family Engagement, the department that organizes the yearly event. “We want the Extravaganza to provide families with important information on everything from the music and arts programs in our schools to the career
pathways available to our high school students. We also want our families to know there are many free and low-cost resources available to support the physical and mental health of the entire family, not just through SBCUSD but also through city and county programs and local nonprofits.”
One of the biggest community partners was the California Association of African American Superintendents and Administrators (CAAASA) and Power of Sight. The organization set up an entire section to provide families with free vaccinations, sports physicals, eye exams and glasses.
A total of 55 community partners participated in the Extravaganza, including:
IEHP (Inland Empire Health Plan)
Costco
Stronger Together Now
Avva Dental
Option House Inc.
Rainbow Pride Youth Alliance
Mother’s Nutritional Center
Omnitrans
YMCA of the East Valley
County of San Bernardino Child Support Services
Imagine Learning
City of San Bernardino
AI Bonds
Amazon Air KSBD
Asian American Resource Center
Dignity Health Community Hospital of San Bernardino
First 5 San Bernardino
Making Hope Happen Foundation
Molina Healthcare of California
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Fontana Unified Celebrates Commitment to Conservation, Completion of Recycled Water Project
By Manny Sandoval
Fontana Unified School District celebrated its commitment to conservation and mindful resource management with a ribbon-cutting ceremony held jointly with the Fontana Water Company on July 29 at Henry J. Kaiser High School to mark the completion of a reclaimed water project.
Six FUSD schools in the south end of Fontana: Canyon Crest, Oak Park, and Shadow Hills elementary schools; Chaparral Academy of Technology; Southridge Tech Middle School; and Kaiser High School connected their existing landscape irrigation water supply to recycled water, saving both the District and taxpayers money by drastically reducing water consumption. This move is one of
four eco-friendly initiatives in the District, including using electric buses, solar panels, and organic waste recycling at all FUSD sites.
“One of the Fontana Unified Board goals we take very seriously is purposeful use of public resources and today’s project fulfills that goal perfectly. Not only does this project conserve water, but it leverages our taxpayers’ dollars,” Superintendent Miki R. Inbody said. “The switch to recycled water services not only benefits our playing fields and school grounds but also the broader, sustainable goals we have in our District, in our state, and our nation.”
The conversion of the six schools’ irrigation systems to recycled water is estimated to save enough drinking water to supply
more than 200 Fontana residences with water for one year, which amounts to approximately $190,000 in savings each year, Inbody said.
Fontana Unified celebrated the completion of the project with a full morning of festivities, including performances from Kaiser High’s distinguished Catamount Pride Marching Band & Color Guard and Army Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps Color Guard. FUSD received more than $340,000 in grant funding from the Fontana Water Company ($140,000) and the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California ($200,000) to complete the project. T.E. Roberts, Inc., a Southern California company specializing in underground pipeline construction, undertook the project, which began in February 2024.
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Assistance League of San Bernardino
Inland Empire Immigrant Youth Collective
San Bernardino Valley College
Bright Life Kids
Children’s Choice Dental Care
Great Clips
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Inland Empire
“I cannot thank our community partners enough for stepping up and helping to make sure our students and their families have what they need to start out the school year on the right path,” said Assistant Superintendent of Student Services Dr. Sandra Rodriguez. “Our community came together today to show how much they support and care about our students. When we work together, our students, our families, our community and our city will thrive!”
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More than 3,000 people attended the July 24 SBCUSD Back-to-School Extravaganza within the first hour.
PHOTO FUSD Fontana Unified School District and the Fontana Water Company hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Henry J. Kaiser High School on July 29 to celebrate the completion of a recycled water project at six District schools. The move estimates to save enough drinking water to supply more than 200 Fontana residences with water for one year, which amounts to approximately $190,000 in savings for the District and taxpayers each year.
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Henry Elementary fifth-grader Alysia Medina, Roosevelt Elementary second-grader Jesus Medina, and Henry Elementary sixth-grader Enrique Medina show off the new backpacks they received at the SBCUSD Back-to-School Extravaganza on July 24.
IECF Summit to Forge Unified Approach to Community Issues Through Vital Conditions
Community members at IECF’s 2023 Policy & Philanthropy Summit in Riverside.
By Manny Sandoval
The Inland Empire Community Foundation (IECF) is gearing up for its annual Policy & Philanthropy Summit, August 1-2 at the Riverside Convention Center. The event promises a focus on transformative community solutions, centering on the theme "Investing to Thrive."
This year’s summit will highlight the Vital Conditions Framework—a holistic approach that gained prominence during the COVID-19 pandemic and is endorsed by the CDC and various states.
The Vital Conditions Framework advocates for addressing interconnected community challenges in a comprehensive manner. "We can't just throw money at programs and work sector by sector," explained Graciela Moran, Manager of the
Office of Policy and Engagement at IECF. "For example, childcare issues are often linked with housing insecurity and the cost of living. The framework helps us think comprehensively and craft solutions that address multiple issues at once."
The summit, featuring a diverse lineup of speakers including state and local officials, community leaders, and subject matter experts, will depart from traditional conference formats.
"On Day 1, we'll learn about the Vital Conditions Framework. On Day 2, we'll co-create solutions in a session called 'Thriving in Practice,'" Moran detailed. "This won't be a traditional sit-and-listen event. We’ll engage participants in table conversations, bringing microphones down to the audience to facilitate a dynamic dialogue."
A significant highlight of the summit will be the collaborative discussions among various sectors. "Day 2 will be a healing moment, considering all that's happening in our country," Moran emphasized. "We’ll have housing experts talking to climate advocates, environmental justice leaders conversing with immigrant justice organizers.
These groups don't get the chance to connect often, but here, they can merge their perspectives and create comprehensive solutions."
The theme "Investing to Thrive" was carefully selected to address the region's multifaceted challenges. "Our community faces complex issues, from housing to healthcare," Moran noted. "We aim to push the boundaries of traditional philanthropy and encourage investment in our cities and nonprofit organizations. This summit is about recognizing that every-
one deserves to thrive, not just survive."
One of the summit's key objectives is to establish a policy agenda rooted in the Vital Conditions Framework. "This is not just a one-off event; it's about building a movement," Moran asserted. "We want to know what the community needs and how we can use our resources to make a real impact."
IECF is committed to community engagement, making the summit accessible to the public, including students and residents. The event will feature panels, interactive discussions, and a concluding town hall focused on regional media and journalism. Attendees can expect an engaging experience designed to foster collaboration and inspire action.
For more information and registration details, visit iegives.org.
Fontana City Council Extends Moratorium, Blocks Planned Parenthood; PPOSBC Responds with Flyover Protest
By Manny Sandoval
TOn July 23, 2024 the Fontana City Council voted to extend a controversial moratorium on new construction, effectively blocking Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties (PPOSBC) from establishing a long-planned health center in the city. The decision to prolong the "urgency moratorium" for another year has drawn sharp criticism from PPOSBC, who argue that the move illegally obstructs their efforts to provide essential healthcare services.
In response, PPOSBC issued a statement condemning the council's decision as a violation of constitutional rights. "The Fontana City Council has once again turned its back on the community," the statement reads. "By extending the moratorium, they are clearly infringing on citizens' rights to access reproductive care. These efforts are not motivated by concern for public health but rather by political ideology."
PPOSBC further criticized the council for yielding to a vocal antiabortion minority. "The City Council is capitulating to extremist groups that use intimidation and threats to bully Planned Parenthood supporters," the statement continued. "These groups are the same people who hold grotesque and inaccurate signs and use megaphones to yell obscenities at patients seeking basic care."
In a symbolic act of protest, PPOSBC orchestrated a flyover over Fontana City Hall during the council meeting, displaying a billboard that read, "Fontana Deserves High Quality Healthcare." The organization had initially planned an in-person protest but canceled it due to concerns over potential chaos from opposing groups.
PPOSBC argues that the new health center would offer vital services, including cancer screenings, STI testing and treatment, birth control, and abortion care, as well as providing sexual health education.
The center would also create multiple quality jobs for the community. "However, the City Council is clearly too afraid of a vocal minority to take a stand for their citizens," PPOSBC asserted.
The organization vows to continue challenging the moratorium, emphasizing that Fontana residents deserve better healthcare and education. "We welcome every patient who walks through our doors, regardless of health insurance, immigration status, or ability to pay. Our entire medical team looks forward to someday welcoming patients to this health center and helping them live healthier, happier lives," the statement concluded.
The next hearing in PPOSBC's lawsuit against the City of Fontana is scheduled for August 25. The outcome could have significant implications for the provision of healthcare services in the region.
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A Planned Parenthood Skybanner flying over Fontana City Hall on July 23, 2024 during the evening council meeting.
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SUMMONS IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF Mohave Case No CV2024-00561 James D Welch Plaintiff v Defendant: ROBERT F HEMPHILL et al; JOHN DOE I-X; JANE DOE I-X; all other persons unknown claiming any right title estate lien or interest in the real property described in the complaint adverse to plaintiff s title thereto FROM THE STATE OF ARIZONA TO: ROBERT F HEMPHILL YOU ARE HEARBY SUMMONED and required to appear and defend w thin the time applicable in th s action in the court Your Answer must be filed within THIRTY (30) DAYS from the date of service excluding day of service YOU ARE NOTIFIED that if you fail to appear and defend w thin the time applicable, judgement by default may be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint A Copy of the complaint may be obtained from the Clerk of Superior Court Mohave County Courthouse, 415 E Spring St, Kingman, AZ 86402 SIGNED AND SEALED: Apri 5 2024 Christina Spurlock CLERK OF SUPERIOR COURT Pub ished El Chicano 7/11,7/18,7/25,8/1/24 E-769
NOTICE OF LIEN SALE OF VEHICLE(S) / AUTOMOBILE(S) AT PUBLIC AUCTION - Not ce is hereby given pursuant to sect ons 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: Monday August 12 2024 to wit: YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 03 C A D I 1 G Y E K 6 3 N 4 3 R 1 5 2 4 5 0 8ELX041 CA To be sold by: A & G Towing 591 E 9th Street San Bernardino
Delays in FAFSA and California Dream Act Application Results in “Prompt Campaign” to Assist Immigrant Students Before August 31
By Growing Inland Achievement
Yajahira Young Tafolla, a 24-year-old first-generation college student from Pomona, California, faced unexpected obstacles this year in securing financial aid for her studies.
Tafolla, whose parents immigrated from Michoacan, Mexico when she was three, relies on the California Dream Act Application (CADAA) to fund her education. She initially attended Mt. San Antonio College before transferring to California State University, San Bernardino.
The process of applying for financial aid was particularly challenging this year, with delays and technical issues complicating the online forms. These complications, stemming from the rollout of the FAFSA Simplification Act—a part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021—have left many students struggling. The act aimed to make federal student aid more accessible by simplifying the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form and expanding Pell Grant eligibility. However, technical glitches and restrictive policies have led to significant delays.
As of July 5, 2024, the Inland Empire reported 4,752 fewer FAFSA submissions compared to the same period last year, a 12.1% decrease, according to NCAN’s FAFSA Tracker. This decline has been felt acutely by immigrant students and those from mixed-status families, who often depend heavily on financial aid.
To address these issues, Growing Inland Achievement (GIA), the Cash4College (C4C) Re-
gional Coordinating Organization for the Inland Empire, has ramped up its support efforts.
GIA offers hundreds of financial aid workshops, live support through free online office hours, and outreach campaigns.
A recent $234,840 grant from the Educational Credit Management Corporation has enabled GIA to enhance these services through August 31, 2024.
“We’re currently hosting live office hours for support, running several digital campaigns, and publishing website resources in multiple languages to help inform Inland Empire students and families of financial aid opportunities,” said Jake Poore, GIA Director of Communications. GIA also launched IEsuccess.org, a website offering resources for college education exploration, including guides for financial aid applications and tools for college and career planning.
“When the community works together to provide the right resources and guidance for students, we can make a dramatic difference in their access to college,” added Sakrekoff, a GIA representative. “We are grateful for all our regional partners working collaboratively across sectors to support student success. Together, we can make a real difference for students like Yajahira in achieving their educational and career goals.”
San
Bernardino Detailer Restores Iconic Air Force One and WWII Aircraft at Seattle’s Museum of Flight
By IECN Staff
For more information on college and financial aid resources in the Inland Empire, visit IEsuccess.org. The site provides comprehensive resources, including guides for FAFSA and CADAA applications, and highlights local initiatives and success stories. For further details about Growing Inland Achievement, visit inlandempiregia.org.
Anthony Marquez, a dual-certified automotive detailer from The Detail Pros in Rancho Cucamonga, recently returned from his inaugural participation with the Air Force One Detailing Team at Seattle’s Museum of Flight.
As a member of the team, Marquez, who hails from San Bernardino, contributed to the annual maintenance of the original Air Force One presidential jet and the restoration of several historic aircraft.
The museum's Aircraft Pavilion houses the Air Force One jet and a dozen other historic planes, which are exposed to Seattle's moist climate.
The detailing team has spent a decade restoring the paint and brightwork of these aircraft and has continued to maintain their appearance and protection.
The Air Force One jet, a Boeing 707-120 known as SAM 970, served Presidents Eisen-
hower, Kennedy, Johnson, and Nixon, earning the nickname "Flying Oval Office." The maintenance process involves a meticulous rinseless wash, towel drying, and application of a six-month surface protectant called Defender.
Marquez's responsibilities also included polishing the all-aluminum fuselage and tail of a WWII B29 bomber, which had not been polished in years. "By the time we finished polishing it, it was like a mirror," Marquez said. Additionally, he detailed the WWII B17 "Flying Fortress" bomber, the first-ever Boeing 727, and a 1978 Concorde on loan from British Airways.
"This was my first year on the team, and it’s something I have aspired to as a member of the Detail Mafia," Marquez stated. "It was a lot of fun, but more than anything, it is an important responsibility. It gives me a higher level of skill in terms of polishing paint and brightwork, which benefits my local customers."
The Air Force One Detailing Team is led by Renny Doyle of Detailing Success in Big Bear, California, who initiated the restoration of the plane 21 years ago. Over the years, the team has grown and developed expertise in handling multi-million-dollar museum projects, ensuring the preservation of the aircraft's historical value.
Marquez, certified by the International Detailing Association and Detailing Success, is also a member of the renowned Detail Mafia. He and other team members volunteer their time and expertise for these projects, selected annually by Doyle based on their skills and experience.
Known in the Rancho Cucamonga and San Bernardino areas as a veteran detailer and paint correction specialist, Marquez is also an authorized installer of durable ceramic coatings. His work with highend aircraft adds to his reputation as a highly sought-after detailer in the community.
PHOTO GIA
Yajahira Young Tafolla is a student at CSUSB.
PHOTO THE DETAIL PROS
Anthony Marquez standing in front of Air Force One in Seattle.
PHOTO THE DETAIL PROS Marquez polishing the all-aluminum fuselage of a WWII B29 bomber.
