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Bloomington becomes battleground for tr ucking ops

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he public is invited to a series of eight open houses in October where the progress of the Countywide Plan will be discussed along with a variety of topics including:

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Land Use (current & proposed) Draft Community Plans Public safety & security Economic & social resources Health & wellness Circulation & mobility Natural resources & hazards Public & social services Environmental justice Web-based maps

DACA, citize nship fair provides assistance in appli cation proc ess

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Old vehicles and scrap metal surround dozens of semi-trucks at an alleged unauthorized trucking operation next to Bloomington Municipal Advisory Council member Gary Grossich’s house.

Grossich and other officials have become frustrated at what they describe as “illegal” operations.

By Anthony Victoria

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ary Grossich drove across Bloomington in early July--hoping to show reporters and public officials the unauthorized parking of semi-trucks within residential neighborhoods.

Among the stops was his own house, which stands next to what

he referred to as a “dumping ground” for this kind of operation. Old vehicles and scrap metal surround dozens of semitrucks that he believes shouldn’t be there.

Those heavy vehicles drive through non-trucking routes-endangering the safety of the public and their health, Grossich expressed.

“We’re not looking for guys

that have a few cars in their backyard,” Grossich said.

“We’re looking for people that are in business illegally.”

According to Grossich, who also sits on the Bloomington Municipal Advisory Council, ‘illegal trucking’, as he coins it, doesn’t mean that truck operaTrucks, cont. on next pg.

Free wor kshop: How to transfor m turf to drought tolerant landscape

SB Police recr uiting Citizen Patr ol Volunteer s

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Opinion

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Drop in to any location at any time during the advertised time frame and share ideas by completing a survey, filling out a comment card, or discussing issues and questions with County staff.

Review the proposed Land Use Plan, review draft Community Plans, and explore new webbased maps. Children can get involved through a coloring activity and people are invited to share their thoughts at the selfie station.

Those who cannot participate in person, please visit countywideplan.com/surveys to take an online survey. Additionally, the Draft Community Plans will be available for review online in advance of the regional open houses at countywideplan.com/cp.

Everyone is welcome at the open houses, as the Countywide Plan will touch on aspects that may affect anyone who lives, works or owns property in a city, town, or unincorporated community in San Bernardino County.

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Regional Open Houses for the Co untywide Plan coming in October

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ORANGE COUNTY COASTKEEPER

The Inland Empire Waterkeeper is hosting a free workshop on Tuesday, Sept. 19 at the West Valley Water District from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on how to transform lawns into drought tolerant landscapes. Information on rebate programs, available resources and links to service providers will be offered.

By Maryjoy Duncan

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ontrary to popular belief, California is not out of the drought, said Hiemstra, Associate

Director of Programs at the scapes.

Orange County Coastkeeper. For those who may have enterOne method in which the com- tained the idea but at a loss as to munity can help with water con- where to start, or concerned servation is to convert their lawns into drought tolerant landLandscape, cont. on next pg.

The Countywide Plan will primarily address unincorporated areas. However, county policies, programs, and services can also affect incorporated cities and towns. In addition to residents, we encourage the attendance of service providers, nonprofits, the business community, and representatives from local, state, federal, and tribal agencies.

Rialto residents are invited to attend on October 6, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the County Behavioral Health Department, 850 E. Foothill Blvd.

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City Council honors Prieto as good samaritan; bestows Veterans Day award to Gomez

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Top left: On Tuesday the Rialto City Council presented a Memorial Resolution to the family of Jose Ventura Prieto, known as Rialto’s Good Samaritan. Prieto was tragically killed when he was struck by a car when he pulled over on I-10 to help a family stranded in a car; sadly the family also didn’t survive. His family is pictured with Councilman Rafael Trujillo.

Top right: World War II Air Force Veteran Graciano Gomez was honored with an early Veterans Day Award and marks the first time the city of Rialto has honored this highly decorated hero from the community. Graciano Gomez is pictured with his wife, Trinidad, and Councilman Rafael Trujillo. ton.”

Operators of one small trucking company in the area admitted they didn’t meet the legal requirements to conduct business. However, they said their trucks meet environmental standards and expressed frustration by the lack of support from the county.

“I don’t think the County is willing to work with us. Of course, they’ll prefer warehouse operations because it will bring more

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revenue,” stated the operators who requested anonymity.

The owners further confirmed that their trucks only drive through authorized routes and conduct long haul operations; deliveries include consumer products trucked into Mexico.

“It’s a complicated system,” the owners noted. “[The developers] are building warehouses next to schools and saying it’s OK but give us a hard time.”

OFFICE OF COUNTY SUPERVISOR JOSIE GONZALES

San Bernardino County Fifth District Supervisor Josie Gonzales speaking during a Bloomington Municipal Advisory Council meeting on March 5, 2017. Gonzales said the county has stepped up code enforcement efforts to mitigate issues.

Trucks, cont. from front tors don’t have a business license. What it means is that they’re parking in and traveling on an illegally zoned area.

“It doesn't mean the guy driving has an illegal truck or is working for an illegal company,” Grossich retorted. “What it means is that where his truck is coming or going from is not allowed.”

Andy Wingert, Code Enforcement Chief with the County Land Use Services Department, confirmed that officials prefer to Landscape, cont. from front about the cost, a free workshop courtesy of Inland Empire Waterkeeper will address those concerns, provide resources and information on rebate programs and direct links to service providers.

“There are many rebate programs that homeowners may not be aware of,” said Hiemstra.

“Through the workshops we help make it easy for interested parties to transform their turfs.”

The free SmartScape Workshop will take place on Tuesday, Sept.

19 at 6 - 8 p.m. at the West Valley

work cooperatively with any business owner whose business isn’t permitted or cannot be legal at its current location.

“We begin by informing responsible parties of what the law requires,” explained Wingert. “If they agree to comply, we give them an opportunity to do so before engaging in any regulatory action that can be defined as punitive.”

San Bernardino County Supervisor Josie Gonzales, who has previously sat on the South Coast Air Quality Management District

board and whose district encompasses Bloomington, said she’s very concerned about unpermitted, non-conforming businesses in the town. She said the county has stepped up code enforcement efforts to mitigate issues.

“These illegal operations also pose environmental concerns,” Gonzales said. “Bloomington residents and the Municipal Advisory Council have made it clear that these issues are important to them. We are looking for ways to generate participation and ultimately, compliance in Blooming-

Water District, 855 W. Baseline Rd.

Santa Ana River, and eventually the ocean as we tend to overwater our yards.

IEWK is a non-profit water conservation organization that aims to protect and enhance the water quality of the Upper Santa Ana River Watershed through programs of advocacy, education, research, restoration and enforcement.

The main concern of perpetuating the ubiquitous and traditional lawns that grace most California homes is water run-off. According to Hiemstra a healthy lawn requires fertilizer and urban pesticides, all of which run off onto the streets, to creeks, the

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ANTHONY VICTORIA

Gary Grossich drives by a home that appears to have dozens of trucks parked in their yard on July 14, 2017.

“Having turf grass makes no sense, it’s expensive and a lot of work,” Hiemstra noted. “It takes years for it to become solid and sustainable.”

Based in Riverside, IEWK is a chapter of the Orange County Coastkeeper, created to tackle the upstream issues taking place in the Inland Empire and upper Santa Ana River Watershed.

The community is encouraged to volunteer; for more information, call (951) 530-8823.

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ORANGE COUNTY COASTKEEPER

The Inland Empire Waterkeeper is hosting a free workshop for Rialto residents on Tuesday, Sept. 19 at the West Valley Water District from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. offering information on how to transform your turf into a drought tolerant landscape. Information on available rebates will also be presented.

Inland Empire Community Newspapers • September 14, 2017 • Page A3 tendent of Schools presents the 2017 State of Education: Transforming Lives Through Education at the California Theatre, 562 W. 4th Street, San Bernardino from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. For information 7:30 p.m., Saturdays at 2:15 and visit: www.sbcss.net 7:30 p.m., and Sundays at 2:15 p.m.

For information and tickets call: 909.335.3037 or visit: lifehousethe- Thursday, September 21 - the NOS Foundation presents Wine & ater.com Food Under the Stars at the NaNow – September 16 - profes- tional Orange Show, 690 S. Arrowsional artist Alfonso Martinez head Ave., San Bernardino from Mendez will hold Saturday Morn- 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. This fundraising ing Drawing Classes at the Garcia event features wine, food and craft Center for the Arts, 536 West 11th beer from the region. For ticket inStreet, San Bernardino, from 10:00 formation call: 909.888.6788 ext to 11:30 a.m. No experience neces- 415 or visit: tcable@nosevents.com sary. This class prepares students for a painting. There is no set fee, but Friday, September 22 - Libreria donations will be accepted. Stu- Del Puebla presents Legacy of Exdents are to provide materials on the emplary Service Dinner and instructor’s list. For information Awards at the National Orange Show Renaissance Room from 6:00 call: 909.888.6400 to 9:00 p.m. This year’s honorees are leaders in education. For sponSave the Date: sorship and ticket information call: or email: Saturday, September 17 - the 951.675.1489 morales6391@hotmail.com Colton Women’s Club presents Quartermania Fundraiser at the Club, 495 North 7th Street from Friday, September 22 - the San 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This event Manuel Band of Mission Indians features lunch and an auction. For present Celebrate California Naticket information call tive American Day at Cal State San Bernardino, 5500 University Park909.370.3861. way from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. TradiSunday, September 17 - the In- tional dancers from southern, land Empire Ronald McDonald central and northern California will House presents its 18th Annual be featured in this celebration of this Car Show at 11365 Anderson state holiday. Favorite Native Street, Loma Linda from 8:00 a.m. American foods will be available to 2:00 p.m. Classic cars on display for purchase as well as craft items from onsite vendors. Performances plus food vendors and more.

Sunday, September 17 - the Uni- will held in the Lower Commons versity of Redlands presents Junior and is free and open to the public.

Voice Recitals at the Frederick For information call: 909.537.8709 Loewe Performance Hall, 1200 E. or visit www.nativeamericanday.org Colton Ave, Redlands from 6:00 to 6:30 p.m. This event is free and Friday, September 22 - San Bernardino Generation Now presopen to the public. ents Spirits and Art at the Garcia Monday, September 18 - the Tzu Center, 536 West E Street, San Chi Foundation in cooperation with Bernardino from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. the San Bernardino City School This multi-generational experience District will distribute free food features materials and refreshments and groceries at Jones Elemen- for the price of the ticket. For inforemail: tary, 700 North F Street from 12:00 mation beltranre@gmail.com or online at to 1:30 p.m. There is limited quanEventBrite.com for reservations. tity, first come, first served and please bring grocery bags. For information call: 909.447.7799 x455. Saturday, September 23 - Jamie Rios and a whole crew of community volunteers will present the Thursday, September 21 - the San Bernardino County Superin- Miss Cardinal City Pageant at

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Gloria Macias Harrison

Exhibits, Theatre & Seminars, Workshops: Now - January 7, 2018 - the Sam and Alfreda Maloof Foundation for Arts and Crafts presents New Native: Toward New Mythologies at the Jacobs Education Gallery Center featuring more than 50 works by eleven indigenous artists.

According to curator and artist Tony Abeyta (Navajo), "We are exploring ways that traditional forms and practices, iconography and ancestral mythologies influence the expression of contemporary Native artists' modernity, technology and social priorities."

Featured artists (and tribal affiliations) include: Christi Belcourt (Metis), Gerald Clarke, Jr. (Cahuilla), Craig George (Navajo Steven Paul Judd Dine), (Kiowa/Choctaw), Monty Little (Dine), Cannupa Hanska Luger (Arikara/Hidatsa/Mandan/Lakota), Kent Monkman (Cree), Cara Romero (Chemehuevi), Diego Romero (Cochiti Pueblo), and Preston Singletary (Tlingit). Admission is free. For information and gallery hours call: 909.980.0412 or visit: malooffoundation.org.

Now to September 24 - LifeHouse Theater presents Phantom of the Opera at 1135 Church Street, Redlands. Performances will continue weekends through September 24. Performances run Fridays at

Inlandia Institute Creative Writing Workshops at the Rowe Branch Librar y

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he Inlandia Institute is pleased to announce the fourth year of the Creative Writing Workshop in partnership with the San Bernardino Public Library in San Bernardino. These free workshops will be held every other Monday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Rowe Branch Library at 108 E. Marshall Blvd. The dates for this session will be September 11 & 25, October 9 & 23, and No-

vember 6.

Led by professional writers and writing instructors, the Inlandia Institute Creative Writing Workshops are designed to meet the needs of writers working in all genres at all levels. James Ducat will be leading this series of workshops in San Bernardino.

James Ducat’s work has appeared in Word Riot, CutBank, Apogee, Spoon River Poetry Re-

view, and others. His manuscript Betrayed with Trees was a finalist for the inaugural Hillary Gravendyk Prize. Workshops include the Tin House Writers Workshop (with Ada Limon and Matthew Dickman), and Napa Valley Writers Workshop (with DA Powell). Ducat teaches writing at Riverside City College, where he is also Assistant Editorial Advisor to MUSE Literary Journal.

While these workshops are free and open to the public, in order to keep them that way, Inlandia Institute asks that you consider an optional but suggested donation of $25 for the entire 10-week series.

Reservations are strongly encouraged. For more information or to make a reservation, contact the Inlandia Institute at 951-790-2458 or email Cati.Porter@InlandiaInstitute.org. You can contact the library at 909-883-3411 or 909-381-8238.

Workshop participants are also entitled to submit work for the annual Writing from Inlandia anthology.

Sturges Center for the Fine Arts, 780 N. E. Street, San Bernardino, at 6:00 p.m. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. for Red Carpet event. For information and tickets call: 909.881.8217 ext. 058 or email: jamierios63@yahoo.com Saturday, September 23 - the Inland Empire Future Leaders Program presents the 8th Annual Future Leaders Golf Tournament at Shandin Hills Golf Club, 3380 Little Mountain Drive, San Bernardino starting at 7:00 a.m. For information call: 909.208.4463 or register on line at www.IEFL.org/golf. Proceeds help students attend the Summer Leadership Conference.

Friday, Saturday & Sunday, September 22, 23 & 24 - the 18th Annual P.R.C.A. Sheriff’s Rodeo will be held at Glen Helen Regional Park in Devore at 8:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 6:00 p.m. on Sunday. Gates open at 4:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. This event features family entertainment, food & vendors, dancing and a Challenged Children’s Rodeo on Saturday at 5:00 p.m. Bull riding, barrel racing, Brock riding, and steer wrestling are among the many events featured in the Rodeo. To order tickets visit: www.sheriffsrodeo.org.

Sunday, September 24 - the San Bernardino Symphony Guild presents an Afternoon of Laughs, Drinks and Paint at the Purple Easel Studios, 880 Rochester Avenue, Suite B, Ontario from 1:45 to 4:00 p.m. This fundraising event to support the San Bernardino Symphony provides easel, canvas, apron, paint and brushes plus goodies for the price of the ticket. For questions and to RSVP call Earleen @ 909.520.5887 or email: earleen@gardenpartycentral.com.

Tuesday, September 26 - the Children’s Network Mentoring Taskforce and San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health present Youth Mental Health First Aid at Inland Empire

United Way, 9624 Hermosa Ave. Rancho Cucamonga from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This all day event will feature how to recognize signs of addiction and mental illness; a five-step action plan to assess a situation and provide assistance; impact of mental and substance use disorders; and local resources and where to turn for assistance. For ticket information for this public event visit: mhfainlandempireunitedway.eventbrite.com.

Wednesday, September 27 - San Bernardino County Children and Family Services presents C.A.S.A.’s 10th Annual Munchin At The Mansion at 5:30 p.m. at Edwards Mansion, 2064 Orange Tree Lane, Redlands. This fundraising event features tastes and drinks from the area's finest eateries and breweries, live music, raffles, a silent auction and more.

Proceeds help support foster youth by providing advocacy, mentorship, and the opportunity to build positive memories through the appointment of C.A.S.A. volunteers.

For ticket information call: 909.881.6760 or visit: casaofsb.org.

Favorite Quote: So many people are helping each other during this time of disasters that this definition of heroes came to mind.

What is a Hero?

• Someone who saves someone • Someone who is kind • Someone who cares and helps • Someone to look up to • Someone who is generous • Someone who is brave • Someone who is bold - will stand up for you; stand up for what is right • Someone who is humble To submit an event or information for Gloria's Corner please email gloharrison@me.com.

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OPINION&LETTERS I miss those lectures

Getaway Cafe, or a beer or two with professors and teachers aides was awesome (I promise I was 21).

Unlike many college students I didn’t join a fraternity, I didn’t live on campus. Heck, I didn’t even join student organizations.

But I did appreciate the aura of the university: its deciduous plants and trees, its monumental signs and buildings. And of course, that staggering bell tower you can’t miss driving down the nearby 215 freeway.

Fiat Lux (Let there be light)! I miss the day of the lecture.

Anthony Victoria All you kids (and older ‘kids’) out there probably think I’m crazy. But yeah, I miss the days of lectures.

It’s been over a year since I graduated from the University of California, Riverside--but it might as well have been yesterday.

I recall spending hours at the Tomas Rivera library--searching for history books and catching up on sleep. Waking up and walking to the Highlander Union Building (HUB), desperately digging through my pocket to find some loose cash for food.

I remember being inside Watkins and Sproul Hall, University Hall, and just about every other old building having to listen to proud professors speak on how great their books are. I’d pay attention for sure, but time competed with a glance at the clock or looking up the latest soccer and baseball scores.

It’s a joy to reminisce about the History seminars I endured. Prolific researches pushing you to write groundbreaking stuff, even though they would take the credit. It was tough and a little heartbreaking. Alas. At least we had a brew waiting for us at the

I must admit that neither can I forget about the campus that was dear to me and where it all started--San Bernardino Valley College. I wouldn’t be the person I am without attending that institution. When I wasn’t ditching class or sleeping in, I was having great conversations with mentors, counselors, and professors. They were probably annoyed with my cockiness, but they took the time to listen to my gripe.

‘Your future starts here’ their motto said. They were definitely right. Man, I miss the day of the lecture.

Imagine having to spend $200 on one book? Definitely left a hole in my wallet. Money I was hoping I could use on going out went away on a ‘General Psychology’ textbook. Sigh. Guess who was called a “party pooper” time and time again? I had no friends.

“You should focus more on making money, instead of reading books and writing,” some would say. The pressure was tough, especially coming from folks that you loved. You were doing it for them and all they could do is complain. “It was all right,” I said to myself, knowing perhaps someday they would understand.

“With all the rights and privileges thereto pertaining” the cumulative document said.

Finally! I had my Bachelor’s degree. I felt free.

You kids and ‘kids’ may hate it now, but years from now, you’ll understand why I miss those lectures.

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Two Ways to Get Your Medicare Benefits

By Greg Dill At a family reunion last month, my Aunt Abby and Uncle Glen got into a squabble over the best way to get their Medicare benefits.

Uncle Glen is an Original Medicare man, and has been for nearly a decade. Aunt Abby prefers Medicare Advantage, which is similar to a health plan she had before enrolling in Medicare last spring.

When they turned to me, asking me to referee and declare which form of Medicare is better, I gave them a big smile and said, “Well, it depends.”

Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage have different benefits and costs that you should consider based on your personal needs. So grab a cool drink and I’ll go over some of the differences. Medicare open enrollment season runs from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7, and it’s a good idea to know how the two types of Medicare work before you select one.

With Original Medicare, you can choose any doctor, hospital, or other healthcare provider you want, as long as they accept Medicare. When you receive medical services or goods, Medicare pays the provider directly. About 70 percent of all people with Medicare have Original Medicare.

The other way to get your benefits is Medicare Advantage, which is a form of managed care, like an HMO or PPO. Medicare Advantage is provided by private insurance companies approved

by Medicare. If you’re in Medicare Advantage, you generally must go to doctors and other providers in the company’s network.

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If you go outside the network, you may have to pay more.

On the other hand, Medicare Advantage plans may offer some services – such as dental, hearing, vision, and prescription drug coverage – that Original Medicare doesn’t.

Most people with Original Medicare pay a monthly premium. If you’re in Medicare Advantage, you may pay an additional monthly premium to the private insurer that covers you.

With Original Medicare, you or your supplemental insurance must pay deductibles, co-pays, and coinsurance.

To cover these “gaps” in Medicare, some people buy a type of supplemental insurance called Medigap. If you have a Medigap policy, Medicare pays its share of the covered costs, and then your Medigap policy pays its share.

Original Medicare doesn’t cover prescription drugs. If you want drug coverage, you can buy a Medicare Part D plan. Such plans are sold through private companies approved by Medicare. You have to pay an additional monthly premium for Part D. Medicare Advantage companies must cover all of the services that Original Medicare covers. (However, Original Medicare covers hospice care, some new Medicare benefits, and some costs for clinical research studies, even if you’re in a Medicare Advantage plan.) In all types of Medicare Advantage plans, you’re always covered for emergency and urgent care.

You can join a Medicare Ad-

vantage plan even if you have a pre existing condition -- except for End-Stage Renal Disease.

People with ESRD usually are covered through Original Medicare.

Keep in mind that Medicare Advantage plans can charge different out-of-pocket amounts and have different rules for how you get service.

For example, you may need a referral to see a specialist. And you may need to stay in the plan’s provider network, unless you’re willing to pay more to go outside the network.

You should always check with the plan before you get a service to find out whether it’s covered and what your costs may be. If the plan decides to stop participating in Medicare, you’ll have to join another Medicare health plan or return to Original Medicare.

How can you decide whether Original Medicare or Medicare Advantage is better for you?

There’s a good comparison of Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage in the “Medicare & You” handbook. “Medicare & You” is mailed to all Medicare beneficiaries every fall. You can also find it online, at https://www.medicare.gov/medi care-and-you/medicare-andyou.html.

If you have any questions, call Medicare’s toll-free number, 1800-MEDICARE. Greg Dill is Medicare’s regional administrator for Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, and the Pacific Territories. You can always get answers to your Medicare questions by calling 1-800-MEDICARE (1800-633-4227).

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Words to Think About: WWII par t 2

Dr. Bill Abersold

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’ve been asked several times why I’m writing about World War II. Simply, I quote George Santayana. “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.”

The Treaty of Versailles completely devastated Germany. Its demands precipitated -causedWorld War II. The economy was destroyed; the military was eliminated; the government was in shambles and the people were demoralized.

The decisions made by the Allies created situations that were made for a man like Adolf Hitler. He had a message, “I will make Germany great again.” He was patriotic and had the gift of oratory.

He was smart enough to appeal to a base of citizens that felt disenfranchised.

Their overall reaction to the Treaty was of outrage. The vast majority felt it was unfair.

They hated Clause 231, which

blamed Germany for the war. It was denied, and the national pride was assaulted.

The demand for reparations, and at first Germany refused to reduce the size of the military. Along with these views the Treaty demanded ten percent of Germany’s territory.

All the above created an environment that opened the door for a person like Hitler. His message was mesmerizing. 1) Germany will be great again. 2) We are special to all the nations. 3) The Jews have caused our economic problems. 4) The Nazi Party will bring jobs, better living conditions because of Germany’s superior military forces.

5) Religion-especially the Catholic Church-is Germany’s enemy.

6) Heil to the Super-race and the Fuhrer. 7) And above all, a strong sense of nationalism. I remind you that Neo-Nazi means, “REVIVE NATIONALISM.” On September 1, 1939 Hitler invaded Poland from the West and Russia invaded from the East.

They each annexed half of it. This was the beginning of World War II. Britain and France responded by declaring war on Germany on September 3rd.

In 1940, there was a lull in the war until April 9. Norway and Denmark were invaded on May 10, the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxemburg fell. On June 22, France capitulated.

The unique battle of west France where Germany pushed the British back to the Channel, was known as Dunkirk. The retreating British were outnumbered and

were being slaughtered, when hundreds of boats-even rowboatsappeared and salvaged the British survivors. The battle lasted from May 25-June 4, 1940.

With German encouragement, Russia annexed the Baltic countries in August, 1940. To the amazement of most historians a fatal decision was made by Hitler.

The German Air Force dominated Britain, but instead of following his Generals’ advice, Hitler refused to invade Britain. In my opinion, that was the beginning of the end for the Nazis.

Hitler’s second fatal mistake was invading Russia on June 22, 1941.

He should have remembered Napoleon. Both armies met their end in Moscow. The bitter weather defeated them both. On December 6, 1941, Russia drove the Germans back into Poland.

The next day, December 7, 1941 is memorable to all Americans.

On December 11, 1941, both Germany and Italy declared war on the U.S. A slight change in direction. On June 10, 1940, the North African fight started. It lasted until May 13, 1943. The campaign was fought between the Allies, (U.S, Britain and Canada) and the Axis powers (Germany and Italy). The battles were fierce until the Allies delivered a decisive defeat against the Axis, pushing them back to Europe.

The Allies were commanded by Lt. General Bernard Montgomery and the Axis by Erwin Rommel.

The latter was forced to surrender.

Then came May, 1942, the

British Royal Air Force sent 1000 bombers against several German cities. For the first time the Germans felt the ravages of war. The end was near.

In July of 1943 the Allies landed in Sicily and Benito Mussolini’s future was about over. In spite of making the Italian trains run on time. He was shot in April, 1945.

An aside about Josef Mengele.

He was one of the worst German leaders. He directed over 1000 experiments with humans-he decided which humans would be used as the prisoners got off the trains. He escaped capture by fleeing to South America. Uruguay, Paraguay and Brazil.

His life ended in confusion. He had assumed the identity of a dead man. No one knows exactly the date.

On June 6, 1944 (D-Day), 150,000 Allied troops landed in Normandy, France, from across the Channel from England. Under the leadership of General Dwight Eisenhower, the troops battled the Germans and headed for Berlin.

France was liberated by the end of August and the Allies entered Germany on September 11 one month after the Russians entered the Eastern border. In mid-December, the Germans began a counter attack. It is known as “the Battle of the Bulge.

On January 12, 1945, the Soviets liberated Poland and Hungary. In February, the Allies bombed the city of Dresden, killing about 35,000 citizens. American troops crossed the Rhine River on March 7, 1945.

On April 30, 1945, Adolf Hitler and Eva Braun committed suicide.

Then on May 7, 1945 Germany surrendered UNCONDITIONALLLY. World War II resulted in an estimated 35 million deaths worldwide. It was the largest and most destructive conflict in history.

IN CONCLUSON, I URGE YOU TO RE-READ THE OPENING PARAGRAPH. I have a documented record of 27 attempts to kill Hitler. Urban stories state there were at least 2770 attempts.

Two stories about their (Adolf and Eva) deaths; one theory, by cyanide for his dog and Eva and the other theory that Hitler used a 9-millimeter gun on himself.

Their bodies were cremated.

Thousands of Italians fled to Argentina following the war. And thousands fled to Switzerland and Brazil from Germany. Many wealthy and educated Germans, like Einstein and von Braun, came to the U.S.A. prior to the war.

Many of Hitler’s leaders were sent to prison or death after the Nuremburg trials.

The concentration camps were made up of: Jews, Masons, gypsies, ministers, scientists, artists, musicians, authors and educated people, men, women and children.

Joe Kennedy, Charles Lindberg, John D. Rockefeller and F.D. Roosevelt supported Hitler until he (Hitler) declared war against the U.S.A. Amen. Selah. So be it.

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Assemblymember Reyes: 'Count on friends' to help with DACA

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ore than 100 people attended the latest citizenship fair hosted by Assemblywoman Eloise Reyes at the Immaculate Conception Church in Colton on Saturday, September 9 to help residents file for citizenship and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) renewals.

Immigrant rights groups and community organizations had dozens of volunteers help in the effort to assist legal residents on their pathway to citizenship and secure young immigrants’ work status at least for a few more months.

President Donald Trump’s announcement to rescind the DACA program on September 5 has prompted immigration advocates and political leaders to alleviate community concerns by directing

green card holders (permanent residents) and immigrants to resources and assisting them with their applications.

‘It’s our responsibility to help’ Reyes (D-Grand Terrace) believes it’s the responsibility of local and state leaders to utilize organizations such as the Inland Empire Immigrant Youth Collective (IEIYC), the Center for Community Action and Environmental Justice (CCAEJ), and the San Bernardino Community Service Center to help immigrants and green card holders that continue to be marginalized.

“We have the ability to count on friends to help us provide resources,” said Reyes. “They see the need and are willing to come here. We can’t continue to leave our young people in the shadows.”

Emilio Amaya, the executive director of the San Bernardino Community Service Center, said

the goal of the citizenship and renewal fairs is to encourage people to take action about their legal situations.

“This is nothing new,” Amaya exclaimed about Trump’s announcement. “Frankly, this was expected by us. The message to our community is that we will do everything to prepare them.”

IEIYC Chair Saira Murillo appreciates the support given to undocumented immigrants, but ascertains true power for mobilization lies with the community.

“At the end of the day, it will be the community who will mobilize and organize to push for a policy that includes all 11 million undocumented immigrants,” said Murillo.

DACA recipients and aspiring citizens making the best of situations Guillermo Garcia, 33, of Redlands migrated to the U.S. when

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he was 3 years old. He said he’s come a long way from the streets of East Los Angeles. Garcia is currently studying sociology and political science at San Bernardino Valley College and is involved at the college’s Dreamers Resource Center.

Garcia believes the nation’s current political situation and the news surrounding DACA is pushing people with residency status and undocumented immigrants to pursue legal protections.

“The circumstances they find themselves in is motivating them to make that next step,” said Garcia. “I think many people realize becoming citizens will give them the power to vote for someone better than Trump.”

Garcia expressed confidence in Congress’ ability to come up with an immigration law that will be viable for all parties involved. Regardless of the situation, Garcia said he’ll remain positive.

“I think they know the impact

DACA’s elimination will have on our economy,” he said. “I don’t believe our government and corporations will allow for undocumented youth to lose their protections.”

Martha Servin of San Bernardino was motivated to help at the fair because of her son Gerardo, a DACA beneficiary. She said he makes a good living repairing medical equipment in Arizona.

“Supporting my son and others like him is essential for our country’s stability,” Servin implied.

“Something good will come out of our work.”

Armando Cruz, 47, of Colton has lived in the U.S. for over 30 years. He’s determined to gain citizenship to help his wife receive legal status.

“I’d feel good receiving citizenship because I would be able to help my wife,” Cruz explained.

“And I’d finally also be able to vote for a good leader.”

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Over 100 people attended the latest citizenship fair hosted by Assemblywoman Eloise Reyes at Above: Mitzie Perez (left) from Inland Empire Immigrant Youth the Immaculate Conception Church in Colton on Saturday, September 9 to help residents file for Collective and Nicholas Turton (right) who is a volunteer, are assisting Lia Ibarra (center) from San Bernardino with her applicacitizenship and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) renewals. tion.

Below: Gustavo and Jessica Hernandez came for assistance on filling out the application

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From left: Angela Wilkinson, San Bernardino City Unified School District Board Member Abigail Medina, Assemblywoman Eloise Reyes, and Sylvia Garcia.

From left: Gerardo Lopez from the Service Employee International Union #721, Ericka Flores from Center for Community Action and Environmental Justice, and Maha Rizui from Assembly Eloise Gomez Reyes Office.

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SB Police r ecr uiting Citizen Patrol Volunteer s

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photograph of the Citizen Patrol members who attended the most recent Citizen Patrol meeting at the San Bernardino Police Department, which is held on the last Wednesday of every month. Lt. Michael Madden (second from the left) is the Supervisor in the Public Affairs Division, which over sees the Citizen Patrol Unit.

Eileen Hards (not pictured) and Sadie Albers (on the far right) are both Community Engagement Specialists and work closely with Citizen Patrol members.

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he San Bernardino Police Department is actively looking to recruit additional members to its Citizen Patrol Unit. To become a member of the Citizen Patrol Unit the candidate must be able to pass a background check, able to volunteer at least 16 hours a month, and be

willing to go through a training program, which may take several months to complete.

A Citizen Patrol member may choose from a variety of assignments throughout the department.

Some volunteers are assigned to the Detective Division, which keeps them indoors. Other volunteers may choose to work the surveillance cameras in the Dispatch

Division. Most volunteers like to work the streets in the Patrol Division. Still, many volunteers choose to work multiple assignments at one time.

Currently, the Citizen Volunteer Unit is operating out of the Public Affairs Division headed by Lt. Michael Madden. Citizen Patrol Volunteers are trained in radio operations and communications, the

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Citizen Patrol Volunteers Craig Scott (front), Robert Vincent (back left), and Edwin Garrett (back right) are on a “Saturation Patrol” where they are assisting the Police Reserve Unit on a concentrated effort to police specific areas of the community. In this instance Citizen Patrol members are impounding and towing a vehicle involved in a crime.

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Reyes launches #FAB47 Community Recognition Program

ssemblymember Eloise Gómez Reyes launches the #FAB47 Community Recognition Program. On September 20th Assemblymember Reyes will highlight the first #FAB47 inductee in the 47th District. The Fabulous 47 Recognition Program is an opportunity for community members, businesses and community based organizations to be recognized for the great work they are doing in the Inland Region.

“The 47th Assembly District is full of amazing, hardworking and altruistic residents. As such, it is important we recognize their contribution to our community,” said Assemblymember Reyes. The recognition of the fabulous members of our community offers an opportunity to highlight the unsung heroes who give of themselves without seeking recognition.”

Assemblymember Reyes is taking monthly nominations for

#FAB47 at https://a47.asmdc.org/47th-assembly-district-community-recognition-program. Nominees must live, volunteer, or work in the 47th Assembly District. The 47th Assembly District includes all or portions of the following communities: Colton, Fontana, Grand Terrace, Rialto, San Bernardino,

and the unincorporated communities of Bloomington and Muscoy.

To confirm the nominee lives or works in the district, go to https://a47.asmdc.org/districtmap.

For assistance in nominating or for further information about the #FAB47 Program, please call our office at (909) 381-3238.

use of an MDC (Mobile Data Computer, which is in every police vehicle), traffic control, department policies and procedures, and basic city geography (street layout, street names, etc.).

Citizen Patrol Volunteers are able to issue parking citations, tow vehicles, assist in DUI (Driving Under the Influence) Check Points, support officers in the field, and can work on various Public Affairs events.

Citizen Patrol Volunteers are in uniform for most assignments, and are issued a badge after passing a

period. probationary/training Guns are not issued, and the Citizen Patrol Volunteers are not sent to places where safety issues are a concern.

Most Law Enforcement agencies have a volunteer program of some sort. Call your city’s Police Department if you have any questions. For more information on the San Bernardino Police Department’s Citizen Patrol Volunteer program; contact the Public Affairs Office at 909-388-4993.

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Black Rose Awards honors community members

Congratulations to Humanitarian of the Year Gwendolyn Dowdy-Rodgers; Commitment to Community Service Award recipient Clarisa Howard; and Black Rose honorees Jamie Rios, Lesford Duncan and Eta Phi Beta Sorority IECN PHOTOS

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Top photo, from left: Hazael Perez, president of San Bernardino High School yearbook – Tyro Times; Brenda Sanchez, Miss Cardinal 1st Runner-up 2016-2017; Jazmin Villalobos, Miss Cardinal 2016-2017; Jamie Rios, SBHS Bilingual School Outreach Worker, Founder and Director Miss and Mr. Cardinal City Pageants; Justin Mendoza, Mr. Cardinal 2017-2018; Nathan Hunter, Mr. Cardinal Ambassador 2017-2018; Javier Molina, Mr. Cardinal 1st Runner-up 2017-2018; and Damontanae Jackson, senior at SBHS. Left: Lesford Duncan, Black Rose honoree; Gwendolyn Dowdy- Rodgers, Humanitarian of the Year; Kareem Gongora; and Jamie Rios, Black Rose honoree.