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RIALTO RECORD Weekly

November 12, 2020

Vol 1 9, NO. 09

Alyssa Holmes, 11, debuts fir st book

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lyssa Holmes, 11, of Rialto, debuted her first book during a drivethru book signing event on Friday, Oct. 30, a timely event since the book is about persuading a character to get into the Halloween spirit. Alyssa penned The Bat Blues last year when she was only 10 and in the fifth grade.

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Inspired by her mother Tracy Holmes, a local author, Alyssa expressed her gratitude to those who rallied around her during the four months it took for her to complete the book. “It feels really good to have everybody supporting me while I was writing. At first I didn’t think (the book) would go through, but with mom’s help it did,” Alyssa shared.

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The two vibrant characters in the colorfully illustrated book are sisters Royce and Dakota, two precocious girls whose personali-

“I am very proud of her and it feels really good to see my daughter say she wants to follow in my footsteps,” remarked Alyssa, who has worked tirelessly as author of the Say It Twice Books collection and owner of All Home Publishing. “As a business person you have to weigh your options to be strategic and realistic, and to take the baby steps to do it.” As for a second book, Alyssa said she’s putting that on the shelf for the time being. The Bat Blues is available for purchase and is also available in audio. For more information, please visit www.AuthorAlyssaHolmes.com o r www.AllHomePublishingLLC.co m. Additional photos on next page.

West Valley Water District approves major r efor ms

fter months of meetings and thoughtful review, the West Valley Water District (WVWD) Board of Directors today adopted 10 major reforms crafted with staff and vetted by department managers that will deliver increased transparency, accountability and savings for ratepayers.

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Alyssa Holmes, 11 of Rialto, penned her first children’s book The Bat Blues last year at the age of 10; a drive-thru book signing was held on Friday, Oct. 30 to debut her book.

ties are brought to life by Alyssa’s descriptive storytelling.

Earlier this year, WVWD Board President Channing Hawkins requested proposals from department managers for new strategies to improve the effectiveness and integrity of the agency’s operations. Managers worked closely with their staff to develop plans with clearly defined objectives and metrics for success. Board members and management also sought to address and improve upon not only the issues outlined in the 2018-2019 state audit, but long-standing systemic issues as well. “Change requires more than just talk, so we are walking the walk by cementing our commitment to excellence through these initiatives,” said WVWD Board President Channing Hawkins. “These 10 reforms change how

West Valley Water District operates at every level. Amid the pandemic and uncertainty that surrounds us, I’m proud of the teamwork, diligence and honesty exhibited by our board and staff to deliver on our promise to give ratepayers the water district they deserve.” WVWD Board Vice President Kyle Crowther said, “Today, we expand on the measures we have made to increase accountability and transparency. This plan creates a real path forward for continued success.” The ten reforms are official initiatives grouped into three categories: (1) transparency (2) accountability and (3) sustainability. The board of directors granted managers freedom on how to explore and collect reform ideas from their staff. As a result of this bottom-up process, staff generated a series of reforms that affect nearly every level of WVWD operations. Listed below are the ten reforms, organized by category and each with a brief summary. WVWD Director Dr. Michael

Taylor stated, "I fully support these reform measures which expand on the policies approved under my presidency. Working with our new board president, I am proud that he has been able to complete these reforms in such a short period of time. Our new measures will ensure our ratepayers are protected." #1: “Get It Done” Initiative (An

Accountability Reform) The Get It Done initiative will require WVWD to create and approve a strict budget calendar (or fiscal schedule) with firm dates every year that will help hold board and staff members accountable to their roles, responsibilities and obligations. The measure also mandates that WWVD , cont. on next pg.


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