In a powerful call for transparency and community involvement, the Just San Bernardino Collaborative and local leaders gathered on November 6 to demand a Community Benefits Agreement (CBA) and an open Request for Proposals (RFP) process for the redevelopment of the Carousel Mall in downtown San Bernardino. The coalition, composed of residents, local organizations, and labor representatives, underscored the need to build a redevelopment model that serves the entire community and addresses longstanding economic and environmental inequities.
"We’re pushing for affordable housing, local hiring initiatives, and green spaces. Our residents shouldn’t have to choose between paying rent, putting food on the table, or commuting five hours a day for work,” said Celine Perez, Chief of Staff at
the Inland Empire Labor Council and a key member of the Just San Bernardino Coalition. “We’re tired of our community being sold out to developers. Past deals have left us with displacement and environmental challenges, without the quality of life improvements we were promised. We need a genuine partnership with city officials and developers—one that reflects the community’s needs, not just corporate interests.”
Perez emphasized the need for redevelopment that empowers the community, ensuring that new opportunities allow residents to live, work, and retire in San Bernardino. “Our community deserves an opportunity to build roots and thrive. The corruption and past decisions haven’t worked. We need a sustainable approach that lifts everyone.”
The coalition also called for a commitment to environmental safeguards in the
redevelopment project. This includes clean air initiatives, electrification, and accessible green spaces to make San Bernardino not just a commercial hub but a place that is safe, healthy, and livable for all residents. They are pushing to ensure that small businesses and local entrepreneurs have a place in a redeveloped downtown.
Sheheryar Kaoosji, executive director of the Warehouse Worker Resource Center and member of the Just San Bernardino Collaborative, highlighted the crucial need for development that supports a locally based economy. “In the warehouse industry, we see firsthand how essential it is to have accountable, sustainable jobs that are tied to the community,” Kaoosji said. “We can’t depend on the Amazons of the world to define our economic future. We need standards that foster investment in small businesses and ensure quality jobs that con-
By Manny Sandoval
Atraffic stop turned deadly
Thursday morning after a San Bernardino man armed with a loaded firearm attempted to evade police, resulting in an officer-involved shooting.
The incident occurred on November 7, 2024, around 9:19 AM on the 1400 block of West 7th Street in San Bernardino.
According to San Bernardino Police Department records, officers stopped a vehicle driven by Albert Jose Rodriguez Jr., 48, for multiple vehicle code violations. Rodriguez, the sole occupant of the vehicle, allegedly refused to cooperate and repeatedly reached inside his shirt, where officers later found a firearm. When officers attempted to remove him from the vehicle,
Rodriguez resisted and engaged in a physical struggle.
During the altercation, Rodriguez reportedly attempted to drive away, injuring one officer and trapping the other inside the vehicle. As the car continued moving, Rodriguez reached for his firearm, prompting an officer to discharge their weapon. The officer inside the vehicle then managed to steer it to safety, preventing a potential collision with other motorists.
After the vehicle was halted, officers retrieved the loaded firearm and provided medical aid to Rodriguez. Paramedics arrived shortly thereafter and transported him to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.
During a subsequent search of Rodriguez’s vehicle, officers found suspected narcotics. Rodriguez was identified as a documented gang member with a lengthy criminal history, including prior arrests for assault with a deadly weapon, narcotics sales, and illegal firearm possession.
The San Bernardino Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating the incident, with oversight from the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office.
Authorities urge anyone with relevant information to contact Detective B. Nelson at (909) 384-5640 or via email at Nelson_Br@sbcity.org. Sergeant Erik Campos, the case’s issuing officer, can also be reached at (909) 384-5613 or campos_er@sbcity.org.
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Library in downtown San Bernardino, moments before
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tribute to the community.”
Kaoosji further pointed out the struggles local workers face with rising housing costs, a problem amplified by the influx of high-priced developments that are unaffordable for many residents. “It’s hard for working people to find affordable housing close to work. Many are commuting from the High Desert just to afford rent,” he added. “If the redevelopment of Carousel Mall follows the same model, we’re pushing our own community further away from its center. This project needs to support affordable housing and provide local employment so people can build lives here, not just pass through.”
Duan Kellum, artist and coowner of Creative Grounds in downtown San Bernardino, echoed these concerns about displacement and rising costs for small business owners. “[Downtown redevelopment] is going to affect how much we pay [in rent],” Kellum said. “Right now, we’re locked in for five years at a decent rate, but after that, what’s it going to be? With the [4th Street] alley going in, I’m sure there are going to be proposals from businesses with deep pockets. What if someone offers our landlord double or triple what we pay? Where’s that going to leave us?”
The coalition’s urgent push for a CBA reflects a growing movement for San Bernardino to rebuild in a way that centers on the
San
needs and voices of its residents, rather than allowing large developers to dictate the city’s future.
A well-structured CBA, advocates argue, would provide a framework for good-paying jobs, affordable housing, and the infrastructure needed to create a thriving, equitable downtown.
Miriam Nieto, co-director of Just San Bernardino, reinforced the need for community inclusion at every stage. “If we want anything to thrive in this city, the community should be part of the process, sitting at the table with developers and other decisionmakers,” she said. “We’re here to remind those in power to include us, and we’re calling on our neighbors to join us in shaping this process.”
As part of its ongoing advocacy, the Just San Bernardino Collaborative has scheduled a follow-up community meeting on February 8, 2025, (location TBD) to provide residents with information on CBAs and to foster broader participation in the redevelopment process. Community members are encouraged to attend and engage in discussions that will influence the city’s future.
For the people of San Bernardino, this project represents a pivotal moment: a chance to transform the city in a way that respects their history, supports their future, and lays the foundation for a truly inclusive and resilient community.
Bernardino’s Feldheym Library to Hold Book Sale November 16 and 23
Community News
Just in time for the holidays, the City of San Bernardino’s Norman F. Feldheym Library will be holding its popular Book Sale on Saturday, November 16 and Saturday, November 23 from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm. The sale is organized by the Friends of the San Bernardino Public Library (SBPL) and proceeds from the event enable the Friends of SBPL to sponsor programs at all four City Libraries, including the successful Reading Program.
Books, magazines and other reading materials, as well as DVDs, music and more will be available for purchase. On Saturday, November 23, the sale will feature a special “fill the bag” promotion where patrons can fill a bag with books for only $3.
The Feldheym Central Library is located 555 West Sixth Street in San Bernardino. The Book Sale room is on the south side of the Library, with a separate entrance from the main library.
All sales are cash only and denominations of $20 or less will
Chief Anthony Vega Transforms Colton PD with Bold Initiatives in Staffing, Homelessness Outreach, and Tech-Driven Policing
By Manny Sandoval
The city of Colton welcomed Chief of Police Anthony Vega in June 2024, ushering in a new era of hope and transformation for its law enforcement department. With a vision of enhancing staffing, expanding resources for the unhoused, and leveraging advanced technology, Vega is dedicated to modernizing the department to meet the unique needs of the Colton community.
Vega’s journey to this leadership role is a testament to resilience, perseverance, and a deep commitment to family.
Born in Orange County and raised across various cities in San Bernardino County, he grew up with a single mother who made countless sacrifices to support him and his brother. Moving frequently, he attended several schools, including North Park Elementary and Alta Loma High School, before he was faced with a life-altering challenge — becoming a father at just 17. This responsibility led him to leave high school, but instead of giving up, Vega chose to fight for a better future. He worked three jobs, eventually obtaining his GED and starting a path that would ultimately lead him to earn two master’s degrees.
working full-time. His children were his inspiration; he didn’t want to impose high academic expectations on them without setting an example. By 2008, he had earned his associate degree, followed by a bachelor’s in criminal justice and police management from Union Institute & University. He continued his education journey, motivated by his family and his own desire to serve his community with greater knowledge and skill.
In 2013, however, Vega faced another moment of doubt. Balancing work in the Navy Reserves, a demanding full-time job, and his children’s active involvement in sports, he questioned whether pursuing his master’s degree was taking too much time away from his family. Yet, his wife and children dispelled his fears.
“My wife called me downstairs one night, and she had both of my kids at the counter,” Vega recounted. “She asked them directly, ‘Do you think Dad should continue going to school? How do you feel?’ And across the board, my kids told me I was engaging with them. I thought I was neglecting them, but they reassured me that I was there.”
Throughout his journey, Vega’s grandparents were also a significant source of support. His grandmother, who was present at his swearing-in ceremony and pinned his badge, filled many of the emotional gaps in his life. His late grandfather, whom Vega cherished deeply, had a powerful influence on him, even giving him a Colt 1911 pistol upon graduating from the police academy — a memento that symbolizes the values he brings to his work every day.
Bringing a Fresh Perspective to Colton’s Law Enforcement
After serving five years with the Rialto Police Department as a captain in support services and operations, Vega felt ready for a new challenge. His familiarity with Colton and surrounding areas through his previous role as a detective in the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department made this transition a natural fit.
be accepted.
For those unable to attend, a great selection of books and music are available for purchase as part of the on-going book sale at Feldheym Library, located on the main floor next to the Circulation Department. New items are refreshed weekly.
Donations of books and magazines, DVDs and music in good condition for future sales are accepted at Feldheym, Villasenor, and Rowe Libraries during normal hours. Monetary donations are also accepted. Inghram Library is temporarily closed.
San Bernardino Libraries’ normal hours are:
Monday & Tuesday: Noon to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
To be notified of future book sales, email sbplfriends@gmail.com or follow the Friends of SBPL on Facebook.
“I’m not embarrassed to say that I had to quit school and get a GED,” Vega shared. “I fought hard to become educated and build a career in law enforcement. When I started in this field, education wasn’t emphasized. But, I wanted to set an example for my kids — to show them that education matters.”
As he took on the demands of fatherhood and multiple jobs, Vega balanced the pressures of daily life with an unyielding drive to succeed. His commitment to education began in the early 2000s, when he enrolled in Coastline Community College, studying online while
Encouraged by his family’s unwavering support, Vega completed his first master’s degree in public administration from National University, with his children and wife cheering him on every step of the way. Most recently, in March 2024, he earned a second master’s degree in public safety from the University of Virginia — a current, relevant program that Vega feels keeps him fresh and capable in a changing field.
“Looking back, my family and I see my education as a wise investment,” Vega said. “It has paid off, not only in my career but in showing my children that hard work and sacrifice lead to something greater.”
“Colton has always been a respected agency in the law enforcement community,” Vega remarked. “When I had the opportunity to join, it felt like the right place to bring the experience I’d gained. I was familiar with the community’s needs and wanted to make a difference here.”
Since taking on his new role, Vega has prioritized addressing staffing shortages, recognizing this as a critical step to ensuring the community receives the level of service it deserves. At his arrival, the department had ten sworn vacancies, which they have since reduced to five.
Colton’s police force currently consists of 60 sworn officers and 97 total employees, including a robust community services unit.
Full story at IECN.com.
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New Report Ranks States on the Health of Women & Children
By Dr. Lisa Saul, UnitedHealthcare, National Director, Maternal Child Health
United Health Foundation recently released its America’s Health Rankings 2024 Health of Women and Children Report. The report provides a comprehensive look at the health of over 59 million women of reproductive age and over 72 million children, examining overall health across the nation, including mental, behavioral and physical health outcomes, as well as social drivers of health outcomes.
Many measures have worsened for women in recent years, such as maternal mortality and drug deaths. Meanwhile, two measures of clinical care for pregnant women — low-risk cesarean delivery and adequate prenatal care — have not changed.
There are bright spots in children’s health, including decreases in the teen suicide rate and the prevalence of overweight and obesity among youth. These were offset by the increase in child mortality.
California ranks 14th among 50 U.S. states, but ranked No. 1 in areas such as Climate Policies, Minimal Tobacco Use among Children and Cigarette Smoking among Women. The state also ranks first in Low Maternal Mortal-
By Harold Pease Ph. D., Community Member
November 5, was the most important election in our nation’s political history. American flags were everywhere so patriotism was strong and the people felt they needed to get back to freedom basics. The silent majority came forward. Donald Trump’s 900+ rallies were attended in numbers never seen before. Kamala Harris rallies had to have a concert with someone famous, or have a previous president, Bill Clinton or Barack Obama, with her to break a thousand attending; worse, or have rally goers paid to attend. As anticipated the people came out for Donald Trump.
In a truly fair election without electronic cheating, illegals voting, voter rolls cleaned up, ballot harvesting, totally uncensored information, media not weaponized and etc. Trump would have won by at least 70%, maybe 75% as we have indicated before. But cheating was off the charts the last two years, more especially the last month, with hundreds of examples, even so, he won with THEIR electronic voting system but not by these percentages. This makes his victory much more profound. No one in American history has experienced more election opposition. Why this profound victory?
ity Rates.
Key findings in our state include:
Unemployment dropped ▪ 44% among female civilians between 2021 and 2022.
Children in Poverty ▪ dropped 12% between 2018 and 2022.
Uninsured Women ▪ dropped 10% between 2021 and 2022.
Well-Child Visits dropped ▪ 7% between 2019-2020 and 2022-2023.
Strengths identified in California include:
Low mortality rate among ▪ women ages 20-44
High WIC coverage ▪ among eligible children ages 0-4
High percentage of in- ▪ fants exclusively breastfed for six months
Challenges facing California:
High prevalence of public ▪ school students experiencing homelessness
High prevalence of unem- ▪ ployment among women
Low prevalence of well- ▪ child visits
The report also highlights the national need to address health challenges and disparities affecting women and children, particularly rising maternal mortality rates. Some of the report’s key national findings include:
Long-term growth in mor-
tality rates: Maternal mortality increased 34% between 2014-2018 and 2018-2022.
Worsening physical health, depression, and drug death rates in women: The prevalence of asthma and obesity both increased in women ages 18-44, by 9% and 8% respectively, from 2019-2020 to 2021-2022. At the same time, depression increased by 11% between 2019-2020 and 2021-2022. Drug deaths also increased by 38% between 2017-2019 and 2020-2022.
Declining teen suicide rates:
The teen suicide rate ▪ dropped by 6% in 2020-2022, down from a 2017-2019 peak. But diagnosed mental health conditions increased by 12% between 2020-2021 and 2022-2023, and child mortality rose by 14% between 2017-2019 and 2020-2022.
America’s Health Rankings, produced by the United Health Foundation, is the longest-running state-by-state analysis of the nation’s health, providing important insights into the health of various populations, including older adults, women and children, and veterans. Policymakers, health officials and researchers use these reports to better understand the specific health concerns in their communities.
For more information, go to www.AmericasHealthRankings.org.
County Awarded $11.8 Million Grant to Boost Homeless Shelter and Housing Capacity
Community News
San Bernardino County has been awarded $11.82 million in the fifth round of Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) funding from the California Department of Housing and Community Development to support the creation of interim and permanent housing options at the county’s innovative Pacific Village homeless services campus in San Bernardino.
“Receiving this funding is an extraordinary step toward addressing the homelessness crisis in our region and making a meaningful impact in providing supportive services to those experiencing homelessness,” said Board of Supervisors Chairman and Third District Supervisor Dawn Rowe. “Through this funding, we aim to make a significant contribution toward improving the quality of life in our communities.”
The Pacific Village housing complex serves as a full-service Continuum of Care campus to promote community health and housing options to the county’s most vulnerable residents. The HHAP funds will allow the county to expand housing options, support rapid rehousing efforts, provide supportive services and enhance homeless outreach efforts.
“Homelessness is a pressing challenge that is receiving our focused attention and strategic efforts,” said Fourth District Supervisor Curt Hagman, who serves on the Board of Supervisors Ad Hoc Committee on Homelessness. “By prioritizing the expansion of housing and connecting individuals and families to vital resources, we anticipate significant progress in addressing the needs of those who are experiencing home-
Why Trump Won and Won Big
Several reasons can be identified. The vast majority of Americans know now that Joe Biden did not win in 2020, Trump did. That Covid-19 was mostly used for mail-in-balloting, which is, and always has been, prone to cheating. That Hunter Biden’s laptop was real and held back from exposure by America’s intelligence community until after the 2020 presidential election. A fourth of Biden voter’s would have chosen Trump had they known this. That the laptop revealed 459 crimes most of which should have put the president’s son in jail for many years—but didn’t. That Biden was personally corrupt, had over 20 shell companies extracting millions from foreign countries, some potential enemies, with Hunter selling state secrets. Classified documents were in Joe’s possession as a U.S. Senator and Vice President in several different places that should have given him a lengthy prison sentence even before he ran for president in 2020,
Americans now know that the CIA was corrupted decades ago—at least since the Kennedy Assassination. That the FBI has turned rogue even leading the January 6 insurrection while dressed as MAGA. That it is the lead suspect for many in the assassination attempts on Trump both at Butler, Pennsylvania and Trump’s Florida Golf Club—it
yet suppresses the telephone conversations on several of the phones of both would be assassins that likely would have exposed accomplices, even themselves, as aiding. That the DOJ was weaponized to go after parents at school board meetings, MAGA, and everyone else exposing Deep State corruption.
Most now believe that the Deep State is real. It has been around since the McKinley presidency preceding the Spanish American War and was in both major political parties thereafter. It was a movement of monopoly tycoons, principally John D. Rockefeller and JP Morgan, seeking first power over the nation, then world economic dominance. It came out of the shadows and organized publicly in 1921 as the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), anyone of major importance thereafter, in either major political party, was CFR connected. The Deep State maintained control over both major political parties through George W. Bush. Its two principle opponents during those years were John F. Kennedy and Barry Goldwater, both destroyed by the Deep State, Kennedy by assassination and Goldwater by election annihilation. The Tea Party movement rose in 2009 against both political parties and Trump, an outgrowth of that movement although not a part of it, opposed the Deep State en-
lessness in our community.”
The state’s HHAP program provides grant funding to help communities support people experiencing homelessness by developing permanent housing and providing rental and move-in assistance, case management services, rental subsidies and other supportive services.
“I want to thank the California Department of Housing and Community Development for providing this critical funding,” said Fifth District Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr., who also serves on the Board of Supervisors Ad Hoc Committee on Homelessness. “The HHAP grant will enable us to improve the quality of life in our communities and provide much needed support to people experiencing homelessness.”
San Bernardino County along with the San Bernardino City and County Continuum of Care previously received $8.6 million during the fourth round of HHAP funding, which enabled them to expand shelter and housing capacity and boost outreach efforts to increase the number of homeless individuals and families accessing services.
The recent HHAP award is in addition to $11 million in Encampment Resolution Funding (ERF) from the state to provide permanent housing and other support to people experiencing homelessness. The ERF grant will enable the county to enhance outreach and case management efforts as well as support the development of temporary and permanent housing solutions, including the creation of a tiny home campus.
“I look forward to working with my colleagues to serve the needs of people experiencing homelessness,” said the county’s Office of Homeless Services Chief Marcus Dillard.
tirely. MAGA people rejected their control. Today Deep State control is embedded with the Democrat Party and RINO faction of the Republican Party who both see extinction of themselves if Trump wins.
In this digital war MAGA are the patriots and the Dems and RINOS the globalists. Only the most ill-informed are unaware of this reality. As Democrats flee to MAGA for freedom from the Deep State, most notably Elon Musk, Robert F Kennedy Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard, they are replaced by illegal immigrants who are immersed with gifting for their loyalty: healthcare, food stamps, social security, placement and housing in cities and promised citizenship. These are the invisible army Barack Obama promised should be created— as big as the armed forces. These are likely to rise with chaos never seen before in America if enough cheating fails and Trump wins.
LibertyUnderFire.org has published on all of these topics over many years—793 columns. Trump has slowly, but successfully, awakened the public to this awful condition. It had to be this way to prevent a very bloody civil war in 2020. Trump had to vacate the White House so that Biden and the Deep State could rule to be exposed. Everyone is at a different place on the expo-
sure trail. Not everything we have written above is believed by all but enough is that in an election without corruption which November 5 was not, Trump would have won by at least 70%. This 9 years of awakening, with Trump the principle victim, has prevented a bloody civil war.
There is yet another reason for Trump's victory—tyranny, that most believed eventually would have come to all had he not won! Those who visibly oppose are punished. The DOJ and FBI are Deep State assets now. This last week, the week before November 5 election, nearly four years after the J6 event “suspects are still being arrested, convicted and jailed. This week alone:[a] Father and son from New Jersey [were] arrested—West Virginia man arrested—Illinois man pleads guilty—Texas man found guilty, —2 men from Virginia found guilty—Colorado man sentenced to 3 years —California man sentenced to one year” (Ep. 3489b, Nov. 1, 2024, 34:10). This, after the Supreme Court ruling June 28, 2024, in Fischer v. United States, on Section 1512(c)(2), that overturned most J6 convictions. This SCOTUS decision has been mostly ignored by the Biden / Harris Admin. as they have most other court decisions and the Constitution. The real issue as to why Trump won so big is liberty!
Community News
The HSSBV will be offering three one of a kind Christmas trees during a live auction at their Winter Wonderland Walk & Santa Paw Pet Photos event presented by San Manuel Band of Mission Indians on Saturday, November 23rd.
The first tree is the Peanuts Tree, decorated with handmade Charlie Brown and Peanuts ornaments and includes two tickets to Knott’s Berry Farm! The second tree is the Gold Tree, featuring gorgeous gold ornaments and includes a basket of Golden Oreos and a Golden Doodle stuffed animal.
The third and final tree is the Ginch Tree, featuring Grinch themed décor, the Grinch himself and a Grinch themed travel mug. The event is from 8:00 am – 12:30 pm, with the live auction taking
place at 12:00 pm hosted by Jeff Pope from Hot 103.9.
This event will include photos with Santa; free microchips for pets (while supplies last); a large vendor village to kick off holiday shopping; Winter Wonderland walking trail; amazing raffles; letters to Santa writing station; Pooch Play Area presented by Dances with Dogs Training Center; pet craft ornaments; annual HSSBV pet supply sale; line dancing with your pet and more!
Enter your pet in our Pet Contests for only $5 per pet, per entry! Categories for the pet contest include Best Dressed Female, Best Dressed Male, Most Holiday Spirit and Best Trick. There will also be food and drink vendors throughout the event. Please visit https://hssbv.org/Upcoming-Events for full event details and timeline.
Pets who attend Santa Paws must be nonaggres-
sive and the appropriate temperament to deal with a crowd. All pets must be current on vaccines and on a short, non-retractable leash.
If you would like to make a donation towards this event and/or create your own fundraising page in support of your walk through Winter Wonderland, please visit https://hssbv.org/Upcoming-Events.
All proceeds from this event will go directly to help fund the HSSBV cruelty investigation and humane education programs. Thank you for helping us to care for animals in need!
This event is sponsored by San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, Earhart Photography, Pacific Premier Bank, All Pro, Bowlero and 24PetWatch.
City of Riverside Fire Department Teams up with ABC7 for the Spark of Love Toy Drive
Community News
The Riverside Fire Department is collaborating with ABC7 and firefighters across Southern California for the annual "Spark of Love" Toy Drive, aiming to bring holiday cheer to underserved youth. The campaign, running from November 11 to December 13, will collect new, unwrapped toys, sports equipment, blankets, and gift cards for children and teens aged 0-17 in the Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Orange, Ventura, and Riverside counties.
Over the last 25 years, "Spark of Love" has collected more than nine million toys, supporting community children during the holiday season. "This initiative not only helps the children receive a gift during the holidays, but it also brings the community together in a meaningful way," said Fire Public Education Coordinator Gina Perez.
Residents can drop off donations at any Riverside Fire Station between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM. If firefighters are out on call, donations should be taken directly to the city's main collection point at the Cesar Chavez Community Center, located at 2060 University Ave, Riverside, CA 92507.
Community News
LifeHouse Theater is proud to announce the longawaited return of its celebrated original production, “It’s A Wonderful Life!”, just in time for the holiday season. This cherished musical adaptation brings the heartwarming tale of George Bailey and the residents of Bedford Falls to life, offering audiences an uplifting journey that underscores the true meaning of Christmas. This beloved American tale immortalized by the cinematic masterpiece features captivating performances and lively musical numbers that promise to engage and inspire.
Performances begin Saturday, November 23, 2024, at 7:00 PM and will continue on weekends through December 22, 2024. Performances are Fridays at 7:00 PM, Saturdays at 2:00 PM (except Opening Night) and 7:00 PM, and Sundays at 2:00 PM. In addition to the weekend performances, a special Thursday evening performance will be offered on December 19 at 7:00 PM.
"After six years, we're thrilled to bring back one of
our most beloved and impactful Christmas musicals," says LifeHouse Theater founder and president Wayne R. Scott. "'It’s A Wonderful Life' is as timely as ever, offering an inspiring stage experience that fills hearts with hope and the true joy of the Christmas season."
Tickets are priced at $30 or $26 for adults and $16 or $14 for children ages 3-12 (children under 3 are not admitted). Patrons can purchase tickets online at lifehousetheater.com/tickets, by phone at (909) 335-3037, or in person at the LifeHouse Theater box office. The box office is open Fridays from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM and one hour prior to showtime on performance days. Early reservations are encouraged due to high demand and potential sellouts.
“It’s A Wonderful Life!” is presented by a cast of volunteer storytellers from all over the Inland Empire. The musical stars Zac Swan Van Lent as George Bailey, Sage Manson as Mary Hatch, Willie Behrends as Henry Potter, and Nick Diliberto as Clarence. Also featured are Nathan Smith as Uncle Billy, Larry Wilson as Mr. Gower, Luke Michel as Bert the Cop, Aaron Ramos as Ernie Bishop, Julie Carlson as Ma Bailey, Michael Haro
In addition to dropping off donations, local businesses in Riverside are encouraged to support the drive by hosting a collection box. Donations can also contribute to the "Shop with a Firefighter" program, which helps families in need during the holiday season. Contributions are taxdeductible, with donations payable to the Riverside City Firefighters Foundation, a 501c3 organization.
For more information, potential sponsors or those looking to donate can contact Gina Perez at gperez@riversideca.gov or call (951) 826-5334. Further details and links for electronic donations are available on the Riverside Fire Department's website.
as Pa Bailey, Kambrie Karrow as Cousin Tilly, Brett Scrima as Cousin Eustace, Sierra Pohjola as Violet Bick and Levi Michel as Harry Bailey.
The musical is directed by LifeHouse veteran Jeremy Yeo, who also serves as music director. Yeo’s production staff includes choreographer Nina Jackson, costume designer Beth Derry, sound and lighting designer Josiah Evans, and set designer Jacob Michel.
LifeHouse Theater’s 31st season will continue with an exciting lineup in 2025, featuring “Peter Pan” (Jan. 11 – Feb. 16), “The Count of Monte Cristo” (Mar. 1 – 30), “Esther!” (Apr. 12 – May 11), “The Wizard of Oz” (May 24 – June 29), “The Music Man” (July 12 – Aug. 17), and “Jonah!” (Aug. 30 – Sept. 28). Season passes are available now, offering substantial savings for patrons.
The theater is located at 1135 N. Church St. in Redlands, next to Excelsior Charter School. Free parking is available in back of the theater. More information can be found by visiting the website at www.lifehousetheater.com.
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A Grinch themed table-top Christmas tree that is being auctioned at the event.
Veterans from Korean War and Vietnam War Receive High School Diplomas at Riverside County Operation Recognition Program
Community News
Two Riverside County residents who were born in New York and served in the United States military during the Korean War and Vietnam War, were presented with high school diplomas decades after forgoing their education to serve their country. William Daniels of Lake Elsinore and Stephen Tomanelli of Poppet Flats donned graduation caps and tassels as the latest graduates of the Operation Recognition Program on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at the Riverside County Office of Education.
“Today’s event offers a profound opportunity to recognize and honor two individuals who have shown sacrifice and unwavering patriotism, and who answered the call to duty when our nation needed them the most,” said Riverside County Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Edwin Gomez, when addressing Mr. Tomanelli and Mr. Daniels at the ceremony. “This event is a way for us to express our gratitude for your service to our nation, for your selflessness, and for your courage.”
The ceremony included performances by the Rubidoux High School Chamber Choir from Rubidoux High School in the Jurupa Unified School District, and the Navy Junior Reserves Officers’ Training Corps (NJROTC) from Martin Luther King High School in the Riverside Unified School District. The Riverside County Board of Education presented the diplomas to both graduates who were joined by friends and family in the audience.
“It gives me immense pride and gratitude to receive this honor at the age of 72. This has been a personal mission and is a testimony to the enduring spirit of education,” said Mr. Tomanelli after receiving his diploma. “This is deeply meaningful and represents the closing of a chapter from more than 50 years ago. This is a reminder that it is never too late to pursue one’s dreams and finish one’s schooling. Education is a lifelong journey, and I hope my story of perseverance and determination can show that everything is possible.”
“I was very young when I remember being given an American flag. From that moment, I knew that I had to go into the service. When my grandmother told me about my father serving as a paratrooper, I knew I had to be a paratrooper too.” said Mr. Daniels after receiving his diploma. “It feels really great to receive this diploma.”
A total of 380 veterans have received a diploma through Operation Recognition since 2007. The diplomas are awarded as a joint effort of the Riverside County Board of Education, the Riverside County Office of Education, and the Riverside County Department of Veterans’ Services.
To be eligible for a diploma, individuals must have served in the U.S. Armed Forces in World War II, the Korean War, or the Vietnam War with an honorable discharge, or interned in a Japanese American relocation camp during World War II; and must currently reside in Riverside County. Education Code Section 51440 authorizes the granting of retroactive high school diplomas to eligible veterans. Section 51430 also authorizes the retroactive granting of diplomas to Japanese-American citizens whose internment by federal order in World War II prevented them from graduating from their hometown high school.
About Stephen Tomanelli
Stephen Joseph Tomanelli grew up in the Bronx and attended public schools in New York City before economic pressures forced him to drop out after his sophomore year at Samuel Gompers Vocational High School.
To support himself and his family, Stephen pursued employment options that were a fit for his technical skills. His talents and interests led to employment opportunities in the nascent field of computers and technology.
With the looming prospect of being drafted to serve in the Vietnam War, Stephen decided to enlist in the United States Navy. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1969-1973 in roles ranging from a ceremonial guardsman at Arlington National Cemetery, to a fire control technician and ordnance mechanic on the USS Massey.
After returning to civilian life, Mr. Tomanelli earned his GED, and proceeded to follow multiple occupational opportunities that eventually led him to California. He utilized G.I. Bill benefits to advance his technical skills and purchase a home in the Sunnymead area of Riverside County.
His career in the technology field included providing early computer solutions to municipal and commercial customers in Riverside County. He has owned and operated his own computer sales and service business since 1986.
Mr. Tomanelli has served in various non-profit and public service roles in the region—including as a current Commissioner on the Riverside County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) since 2005.
Mr. Tomanelli is a resident of the Poppet Flats area with one of his grandchildren enrolled in the public schools in Riverside County.
About William Daniels
Shortly after he was born, William Daniels’ brother and mother passed away, and he was raised by his grandmother in Long Island, New York.
In 1952, at the age of 17, Mr. Daniels decided that he would find a way to join the U.S. Army and follow in the footsteps of the father he never met who served during World War II as part of the first Black parachute infantry battalion, the historic “Triple Nickel” 555th Parachute Infantry Company of the United States Army.
While in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, William also jumped out of planes as part of the 187th Regimental Combat Team in the 11th Airborne Division. He served as a medic and surgical technician, among multiple roles that included the motor pool and multiple military occupational specialties. He received the Purple Heart for injuries received while in combat.
After the war, he earned his GED and continued his service to veterans in his role with Kaiser Permanente—which included providing home health care to veterans. As recently as 1998, he was still known to be jumping out of planes as a skydiver.
Mr. Daniels is 89 years old and has been married to his wife, Sylvia, for 31 years. They are residents of Lake Elsinore.
PHOTO RIVERSIDE COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION
Graduates William Daniels and Stephen Tomanelli.
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2024 Operation Recognition Graduate William Daniels and the Riverside County Board of Education.
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The pro ect cons sts of but not limited to, the following scope: provide preliminary and construction serv ces to the distr ct for replacement of Softba l and Baseball fields at San Bernardino High School New fencing, bu lpens, scoreboards concrete paving ADA upgrades, irr gation and landscaping Insta ation of the District provided synthetic turf The successful contractor shal be required to furnish a 100% Performance Bond and a 100% Payment Bond if it is awarded the construction phase contract for the Project The successful Bidder may substitute securit es for any monies withheld by the District to ensure performance under the Contract in accordance w th the provisions of Public Contract Code § 22300 The successful Bidder and its subcontractors shall pay all workers on the Project not less than the general prevailing rate of per diem wages and the general prevailing rate for holiday and overtime work as determined by the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations State of California for the type of work performed and the
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IMPORTANT DATES: Event / Occurrence Date / Time MANDATORY PRE PROPOSAL MEETING AT: San Bernardino High School - drive to the corner of North F Street & West 17th and park under the solar carports See Shea Rubio for sign-in : Thursday 11/21/2024 at 9:00 A M DEADLINE FOR CONTRACTORS TO SUBMIT PREQUALIFICATION QUESTIONNAIRES: Friday 11/22/24 by 4:00 P M Deadline to submit RFI's to: facil ties contracts+RFP2409 @ s b c u s d k 1 2 c a u s : Wednesday 11/27/24 by 4:00 p m District to respond to Contractor's questions regarding this RFQ: Thursday 12/5/24 by 4:00 P M DEADLINE FOR CONTRACTORS TO SUBMIT RFQ/P: Tuesday 12/10/24 by 4:00 P M If District conducts interviews, interviews to be conducted (District staff will ema Contractors and identify a specific interview date if applicable): Week of 12/16/24 Tentative Board approval: 1/14/2025 END OF DOCUMENT CNS-3867820# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 11/7 11/14/24 E-831
INLAND VALLEY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY NOTICE INVITING BIDS Prospective bidders are hereby notified that the INLAND VALLEY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY ( AUTHORITY and/or "Owner") will receive sealed bid proposals for the STERLING AVENUE
UPGRADE PROJECT CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO EDA GRANT NUMBER 07-0107779 (the "Project") The complete Bid shall be submitted via PlantB ds (an Online B dding Vendor Service) with the B dder's name the project name, project number Bids will not be accepted by facsimile or phys cal mailing All B ds shall be subm tted e ectronically via the P anetBids portal at https://vendors planetbids com/porta /70694/portal-home The AUTHORITY will receive electronic bids only up to 10:00 AM on Friday, December 6, at which time the ELECTRONIC bids will be opened and posted on P anetBids Any bids received after the specified date and time will be rejected The selected contractor shall construct all improvements in accordance with the project p ans and specifications and the request for proposals specific to this b d package Any questions or commun cations shal be in writ ng Written questions regarding details of the pro ect will be accepted unt l Wednesday November 27, at 10 A M Written questions must be directed to Griselda Lizarraga, Project Manager Inland Valley Development Agency , at glizarraga@sbdairport com Contract Documents may be obtained from the PlanetBids A full list of all requirements regarding this project can be found in the project specif cations All information addendums, and not ces regarding this Project wi l be posted to the PlanetBids website It is the so e responsibility of all perspective respondents to check the website for any pertinent information that may be issued A non-mandatory preb d meeting w ll be held at 1601 E 3rd Street San Bernardino CA 92408 on Friday, November 22 at 10 A M Each Bidder must be licensed in the State of Cal fornia and qual fied to perform the Work descr bed n the project specificat ons Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 3300 the contractor must possess the follow ng classif cat on of contractor s license: CLASS A or Combination of CLASS C No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works contract unless registered with the Department of Industr al Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725 5 Each Bidder and each subcontractor isted by the Bidder in the bid proposal must be reg stered and qualified to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code § 1725 5 Each proposal must be accompan ed by a certified cashier's check or bid bond for ten percent (10%) of the max mum amount of the bid through the P anetBid Portal Sa d check shall be made payable to the INLAND VALLEY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY and when delivered with a proposal shall constitute a guaranty that Bidder wi l if an award is made to them in accordance with the terms of said B dder s proposals: execute a contract on the AUTHORITY s standard form together with Labor Code Certification thereon; furnish contract performance and payment bonds with a corporate surety or sureties satisfactory to the AUTHORITY each for not less than one-hundred percent (100%) of total bid pr ce; furnish certificates of insurance evidencing that al insurance coverage required by the contract has been secured The b d bond, performance bond, and payment bond must be obtained from sureties listed on the Department of the Treasury s C rcular 570 approved list This is a “public work pro ect and each CONTRACTOR to whom a contract is awarded must pay the prevailing rates and post copies thereof at the job site In addition it is also the responsibility of each CONTRACTOR to follow all requirements of the State of Cal fornia Labor Code as it
relates to public works contracts Before work can begin on a public works contract the CONTRACTOR shall subm t a Public Works Contract Award Information Form (DAS 140) to an applicable apprenticeship program that can supply apprent ces to the site of the public work The CONTRACTOR must request dispatch of required apprentices from an Apprent ceship Program for each apprentice able craft or trade by giv ng the Apprenticeship Program The CONTRACTOR is to use a Request for Dispatch of an Apprentice Form (DAS 142) to submit his/her written request Bidders are hereby notified that the prevailing rate of per diem wages as determined by the Director of Industrial Re ations applicable to the work to be done for the ocality n which the work s to be performed in compliance with Sect on 1773 of the Labor Code of the State of Californ a are on file in the AUTHORITY's principal office at the address listed above and wi l be made available to any interested party upon request This pro ect is subect to compliance monitor ng and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations This project is funded through the Department of Commerce Econom c Development Administrat on and is subject to the prov sions of the Dav s–Bacon Act The DavisBacon rates current as of 10 days prior to the bid open ng wi l be app icable to the contract The CONTRACTOR shall pay all labor the higher of the two rates between the Department of Industrial Relations and the DavisBacon Act subject to the trades The AUTHORITY reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, to waive any irregularity or to award the contract to other than the lowest bidder consistent with the award of the contract to the lowest responsible bidder B dder may not withdraw their bid for one hundred and twenty (120) days after bid opening Pursuant to the M gratory B rd Treaty Act, tree removal shall occur during bird non-nesting season (September 15 to February 1) Tree removal may occur during the nesting season provided a nesting- bird survey has been conducted and results in no findings w thin 5 days of tree remova INLAND VALLEY DEVELOPMENT
AGENCY San Bernard no California By: \s\ Jillian Ubaldo Clerk of the Board CNS-3866859# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 11/7 11/14/24 E-830
NOTICE CALLING FOR BIDS Bid No 24-09
Requirements Contract for Resurfacing of Gymnasium Floors & Stages at Various School Sites Districtwide NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the San Bernardino C ty Unified School District of San Bernardino County State of California acting through ts Govern ng Board, hereafter referred to as the “District is soliciting electron c bid submittals through its OpenGov Procurement web portal in response to Bid No Bid 24-09
Requirements Contract for Resurfacing of Gymnasium F oors & Stages at Var ous School Sites Districtwide Bids must be subm tted e ectronically up to but not later than Friday December 13 2024 at 1:00 pm, at https://procurement opengov com/portal/sbc usd Bidders who are desirous of securing a copy of the Bid documents may do so by logging nto the D str ct s website at: https://procurement opengov c om/portal/sbcusd Bid responses must conform and be responsive in accordance w th the Bid Documents posted through the District s OpenGov Procurement website porta As of April 1 2015 no Contractor or subcontractor may bid or work on a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations Proof of DIR registration and compliance is requ red to be submitted w th all bids https://www dir ca gov/publicworks/PublicWorksSB854 htm Contract award is contingent upon ava ability of funds
Local Minority and Disabled Veterans Businesses are specif ca y encouraged to respond The District reserves the right to accept or reject any or a l proposals and to accept or reject any item to withdraw a line item or entire Bid and to waive any rregu arities or informalities in the Bid document(s) The District may award any, all, or none of this B d By: Laura Cardenas Director P u b i c a t i o n : T h u r s d a y November 14 2024 Non- Mandatory Bidder C o n f e r e n c e : M o n d a y November 25 2024 @ 10:00 a m ; Paakuma K-8 School (multipupose room) 17875 Sycamore Creek Loop Parkway San Bernardino CA 92407
Request for Clarification: Wednesday November 27 2024 @ 10:00 am Virtual Bid Opening: Friday, December 13 2024 @ 1:00 pm https:// meet google com/pof-zemmzyz NOTE: Late entry will not be permitted
CNS-3868169# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 11/14/24 E-833
NOTICE OF LIEN SALE OF VEHICLE(S) / AUTOMOBILE(S) AT PUBLIC AUCTION - 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 ien sale at said address(s) at said t me(s) on: Monday November 25 2024 to wit: YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 05 JEEP 1J4FA49S55P336528 To be sold by: A & G Tow ng 591 E 9th Street, San Bernardino, San Bernardino County CA 92410 (10:00 AM) YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 15 PTRB 1 X P B D 4 9
83289A NV To be sold by:
& G Towing and Storage Inc 600 San Clemente Street, Need es San Bernardino County CA 92363 (10:00 AM) YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 19 SUBA J F
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9 K 8 3 9 0 6 1 9 8WXV652 CA To be sold by: AAct on Towing & Recovery 17138 Eureka Street, Victorville San Bernardino County CA 92395 (10:00 AM) YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 09 BMW
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5 9 8 0 8YZY271 CA To be so d by: Desert Val ey Towing, 17177 Eureka Street Victorville San Bernardino County, CA 92395 (10:00 AM) YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 00 CHEV 1 G B J 6 H 1 C 6 Y J 5 1 6 5 0 0 6K05259 CA 11 FRHT 1 F U J G E D V 4 B S A Z 1 8 6 2 9G39430 CA To be sold by: Wilson Towing 2310 E 3rd St San Bernardino San Bernardino County CA 92410 (10:00 AM) Said sa e is for the purpose of satisfying lien of the above signed for towing storage abor mater als and lien charges, together with costs of advertising and expenses of sale L enTek Solutions Inc P O Box 443 Bonita CA 91908 CNS-3869138# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 11/14/24 E-834
Notice Inviting Bids Bid No 24-07 Career Technical Education (CTE) Simulators Software and Services NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVENthat the San Bernard no C ty Unified Schoo District of San Bernardino County State of Californ a acting through its Govern ng Board hereafter referred to as the District is soliciting electron c bid submitta s through its OpenGov e-Procurement web portal in response to Bid No 24-07, Career Technical Education (CTE) Simulators Software and Services Bids must be submitted electronically up to but not later than December 5, 2024 at 2:00 p m at https://procurement opengov c om/portal/sbcusd Bid forms on wh ch the Bid must be presented, specificat ons terms conditions and instructions required for responding may be secured at the District s e-Procurement website at: https://procurement opengov com/porta /sbc usd Contract award is contingent
upon availability of funds Local Minority and D sab ed Veterans Bus nesses are specifically encouraged to respond The District reserves the r ght to accept or re ect any or all proposals and to accept or reject any item to withdraw a line item or entire Bid, and to waive any irregular ties or informal ties in the Bid document(s) The District may award any all or none of th s Bid By: Lenore McCall Purchas ng Manager Pub cation: November 14, 2024 Request for Clarification: November 25 2024 at 11:00 a m Virtual Bid Opening: December 5 2024 at 2:00 p m https://meet google com/pgwsnzd-xvm?authuser 0 Note: Late entry will not be permitted CNS-3869364# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 11/14/24 E-832
NOTICE Extra
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: PATRICIA ANN GALENEC CASE NO : PROVA2400948
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of:
NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE AND OF INTENTION TO TRANSFER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE(S) (UCC Sec 6101 et seq and B & P Sec 24074 et seq ) Escrow No 010739-SH
Notice is hereby given that a bulk sa e of assets and a transfer of alcohol c beverage license is about to be made
The names, Soc al Security or Federal Tax Numbers and address of the Seller/Licensee are: KAIRON GAS AND CAR WASH INC 101 W FOOTHILL BLVD , RIALTO, CA 92376
The business s known as: KAIRON FUELS
The names Soc al Security or Federal Tax Numbers and addresses of the Buyer/Transferee are: ARMSH PROPERTIES, LLC, 9004 SAINT CLOUD AVE BAKERSFIELD CA 93311
As listed by the Seller/Licensee a l other busness names and addresses used by the Seller/Licensee with n three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer/Transferee are: NONE
The assets to be sold are described in general as: LEASEHOLD INTEREST AND IMPROVEMENTS FURNITURE FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT, TRADE NAME, GOODWILL COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE AND ABC LICENSE and are located at: 101 W FOOTHILL BLVD RIALTO CA 92376
The kind of license to be transferred s: OFF-SALE BEER AND WINE Now ssued for the premises located at: 101 W FOOTHILL BLVD , RIALTO, CA 92376
The anticipated date of the sa e/transfer is DECEMBER 9 2024 at the office of: SUPREME ESCROW INC 3701 WILSHIRE BLVD , #535 LOS ANGELES CA 90010
The amount of the purchase price or consideration in connection with the transfer of the license and business is the sum of $2,800,000 00 plus estimated inventory of $100 000 00 which cons sts of the following: Descript on/Amount CASH
$2,900,000 00 It has been agreed between the Seller/L censee and the intended Buyer/Transferee, as required by Sec 24073 of the Bus ness and Professions Code that the cons deration for the transfer of the business and license s to be paid only after the transfer has been approved by the Department
PATRICIA ANN GALENEC A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by MARY A GALENEC in the Superior Court of California County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that MARY A GALENEC be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval Before taking certain very important actions however the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action ) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority A HEARING on the petition will be held on 12/10/2024 at 9:00 a m in Dept F1 lo cated at 17780 ARROW BLVD FONTANA CA 92335 FONTANA DISTRICT -PROBATE DIVISION IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should either appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250 A Request for Special Notice form is available from the Court Clerk Attorney for Petitioner: Kristine M Borgia (SB#276777) Kristine M Borgia Law Corporation 3963 11th Street, Suite 202, Riverside, CA 92501 951 823 5138 Published Rialto Record 11/14,11/21,11/28/24 R-934
Ontario International Airport Celebrates Continued Passenger Growth, Robust Partnerships During State of the Airport
One of the aviation industry’s great success stories was on full display Wednesday as more than 600 business and regional leaders gathered for Ontario International Airport’s (ONT) annual State of the Airport event.
Serving one of the fastest-growing population and economic centers in the United States, ONT will serve more than 7 million passengers this year, up more than 75% since the airport’s return to local ownership in 2016. Ontario International also plays a vital role in the nation’s supply chain, as the 10th largest cargo airport in North America.
“We have posted 43 consecutive months of year-overyear passenger growth, making us one of the very few airports in the world that can claim that. Through the leadership of our board, the great work of our staff, and the support of our community and our business partners,
we have established Ontario International as the airport of choice for millions of people and a leading economic driver for Southern California,” Alan D. Wapner, president of the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA) Board of Commissioners, told the crowd at the Ontario Convention Center.
“This is a celebration of both a great airport and an extraordinary community and region we call home. The Inland Empire is the new heart of Southern California, and we here at ONT recognize and appreciate the important role we play in further establishing the IE as one of the most dynamic population and economic centers in the United States,” said Atif Elkadi, OIAA chief executive officer. “In simplest terms, we are part of something much bigger than even we sometimes realize.”
Wednesday’s event included a fireside chat with Southwest Airlines COO Andrew Watterson, continuing a trend in which top airline executives (Delta CEO Ed Bastian in 2023 and Frontier CEO Barry Biffle in 2022) have made special appearances at ONT’s State of the
Airport event. Watterson discussed industry trends, the shift to assigned seating and other upcoming changes at Southwest and the airline’s enthusiastic support for ONT and the Inland Empire market.
During the past year, Southwest launched new direct service to Nashville and, just last week, announced that it will begin nonstop service between ONT and Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) in June 2025 – ONT’s first service to Greater Washington, D.C. Ontario also recently added direct service to California’s wine country, Sonoma County, through its new partnership with Avelo Airlines.
Both Wapner and Elkadi praised the local Congressional delegation, notably U.S. Rep. Norma Torres, for their support in securing critical funding for airport improvements, including $90 million for the recently completed rehabilitation of one of the airport’s two runways, and, just last week, $7 million for security and terminal upgrades. Reps. Pete Aguilar and Ken Calvert also have supported the airport’s funding applications.
Other successes highlighted during the State of the Airport event included:
U.S. Customs and Border Protection elevated ▪ ONT’s status to that of a Landing Rights Airport, clearing the way for more international flights and cargo.
The airport’s partnership with SSP America has re- ▪ sulted in the investment of millions of dollars in new restaurants and amenities in both terminals.
ONT recently was ranked No. 2 for customer satis- ▪ faction ranking among airports in California, and No. 4 among all mid-sized airports in the U.S., by J.D. Power and Associates.
The Ontario team has won a number of major ▪ awards from industry groups such as the Moodie Davitt Report. Just last week, its Customer Experience team took home first place among medium airports from Airports Council International-North America.
