El Chicano June 18 2015

By Anthony Victoria

Housing developers, aswell as city and countyofficials held a ground-

breaking ceremony on June 15--

officially marking the beginning ofthe first phase of the WatermanGardens redevelopment project.Seventy-six apartment units onValencia and 9th Streets in SanBernardino are set to be completed

by Summer of 2016, according tothe project’s main developerNational Community Renaissance(National CORE). The aim is to

First phase of Waterman Gardensredevelopment project begins

Jail Expansion plan to moveforward despite opposition

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PHOTO/ANTHONY VICTORIAHousing development, city, and county officials take part in the ceremonial “digging” of the dirt dur-ing the groundbreaking ceremony of the Waterman Gardens redevelopment project on June 15.

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Despite staunch criticismfrom residents and com-munity organizations

across the region, the RiversideCounty Board of Supervisors onTuesday June 16 approved a $331million plan to expand the size ofthe county jail in Indio. The expan-sion will add 1,200 beds to the 353

bed, 516,000 square foot facility. Formerly known as the EastCounty Detention Center, the planintends on adding further capacity

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PHOTO/ANTHONY VICTORIAOrganizers protesting outside the County Administrative Center in Riverside on June 15.

The Inland Empire66ers baseball teamadopted Chavez

Middle School on Tuesday,May 26.The adoption will allowChavez students to learn aboutnon-athlete careers in thesports industry through careerdays and job-shadowingopportunities.The Adopt-a-School programis a partnership between theSan Bernardino City UnifiedSchool District (SBCUSD)and the San Bernardino AreaChamber of Commerce. Theprogram partners SBCUSDschools with local businessesto create opportunities for stu-dent success.The Inland Empire 66ers areaffiliated with the Los AngelesAngels of Anaheim. For moreinformation, visithttp://www.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t401.For more information aboutChavez Middle School, visitwww.sbcusd.com/chavez.

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Registration is beingaccepted for the EquityInstitute, a two-day con-

ference for regional educators todiscuss equity, access andachievement in public schools.The conference will be heldJuly 20-21 at the San BernardinoCounty Superintendent ofSchools’ West End EducationalService Center located in RanchoCucamonga (8265 Aspen Ave.). To register online for the event,visit www.oms.sbcss .k12.ca .us /1302-98977. The deadline to register isJuly 13.

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o the county’s jail system thathas faced difficulties, with over-population being the biggest con-cern.Assembly Bill 109 (PublicSafety Realignment), passed byCalifornia voters in 2011, shiftedresponsibility for certain low-leveloffenders from the state to coun-ties. According to the RiversideSheriff’s Department, around 28percent of their inmates are incar-cerated as a result the bill.Many anticipated the decision tosway towards expansion due toearly decisions made by thecounty. They secured a $100 mil-lion grant from the state in 2012and hired an additional 123 people(of an estimated 400) to help fa-cilitate the expansion.Nevertheless, members and lead-ers of the Time for Change Foun-dation, Starting Over, All of Us orNone, the Inland CongregationsUnited for Change (ICUC), andthe California Partnership held arally on the steps of the CountyAdministrative Center to voicetheir concerns over what they per-ceive as a bad investment that hasonly contributed to the demise oflow income communities. The partnering organizationsrefer to themselves as the River-side Alternatives to Jail ExpansionCoalition. Together, they are aim-ing to convince lawmakers acrossthe county that comprehensive al-ternatives to jail expansion beadopted and developed to lowerrecidivism and halt any future jailconstruction. “It wasn’t always this way,” saidStarting Over executive director

Vonya Quarles. “There was a timewhen mass incarceration didn’texist. It is a modern construct thatwas created in the 1970s. It con-tinues into the new millenniumwith such vigor. Jail expansionwill only serve to perpetuate a sys-tem that is wrought with racial andclass disparities.” Quarles said that evidence-basedapproaches to reentry into societywill alleviate the need for jails.Her organization helps former in-carcerated people transition intohousing and services.“In the face of changing legisla-tion like Proposition 47, how canany county determine how manybeds are needed, without evaluat-ing the full impact of [the legisla-tion]?”California Partnership Rosie Flo-res said her experiences in prisondid not help her and only hinderedher ability to live a decent life. “Being incarcerated didn’t helpme, educate me, or help me lookfor a job,” she explained. “If Iwent anywhere right now to gofind employment I will get turneddown because of my history.Building more jails and addingbeds are not helping our commu-nities. It’s not helping our childrenin poverty who don’t receive goodeducation and only know whatthey see around them.”

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build approximately 487 units bythe time of the project’s comple-tion. National CORE president andchief executive officer Steve Pon-tell said during the ceremony onMonday that he is excited thatthings are moving forward, despitethe doubt that remains among res-idents.“This is four and a half years inthe making. This does not happenovernight,” Pontell said. “All ofour partners have been critical toreaching this step, yet alone reach-ing future steps. There have beena lot of promises that have notbeen built. I am proud that Na-tional CORE and our partners have

been able to step up and meetpromises.” The existing Waterman Gardenshousing complex that accommo-dates 252 San Bernardino resi-dents was built in 1943, making itamong the oldest public housingstructures in the area. The com-plex’s redeveloped successor,which will cost approximately$200 million to complete, will fea-ture a community center withmeeting rooms, after-school pro-gram facilities, a children’s playarea, a swimming pool, and a com-puter lab. “It’s not just about a place tolive,” Pontell said. “It is also aboutthe connection and stability canprovide to the community.”San Bernardino County Housing

Authority executive director DanNackerman said the WatermanGardens community is a “hot spot”where change is going to be con-stant.“This is not gentrification,” hesaid. “This is stabilizing with cur-rent things that are here. We’reusing the fantastic features thatexist here to bring stability.”A resident of Waterman Gardens,who refused to be identified, saidthey were optimistic about the newcomplex.“I think its wonderful that theyare willing to invest in our com-munity,” they said. “I hope this isonly the beginning of the revital-ization of our city.”

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PHOTO/ANTHONY VICTORIASan Bernardino County Supervisor Josie Gonzales speaking about the importance of the Water-man Gardens redevelopment project during the groundbreaking ceremony on Jun. 15.

PhOtO/ANthONy ViCtORiAA young girl holding a poster that demonstrates opposition to theindio County Jail expansion.

“This is four and a half years in the making. This does not happen overnight...There have been a lot of promises that have not been built. I am proud that National CORE and our partners have been able to step up and meet promises.”

PHOTO/ANTHONY VICTORIASeventy-six apartment units on Valencia and 9th Streets in San Bernardino are set to be com-pleted by Summer of 2016, according to the project’s main developer National Community Ren-aissance (National CORE).

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New School Principals:Nine San Bernardino City Uni-fied District schools have newleaders. The new principals are:Amy Coker, Bradley Elementary;Angelica Hurtado, Cole Elemen-tary; Stacy Martinez, DavidsonElementary; Cynthia Nicolaisen,Parkside Elementary; MarthaPerez-Martinez, Rio Vista Ele-mentary; Ryan Rubio, CypressElementary; Crecia Sims, Lanker-shim Elementary; Rose AnnLalama, Sierra High School; andSam Oramas, Arroyo Valley HighSchool.Congratulations to these newleaders as they work hard for thesuccess of our students.

Water Conservation Tips:Here are some indoor water con-

servation tips so we can meet ourwater reduction goal.1. Replace the aerators onthe faucets in the kitchen and bath-rooms to save as much as one gal-lon per minute. Aerators are easyto replace and are inexpensive.2. Time your shower to 5minutes or less. Remember to turnthe water off when brushing teethor washing dishes by hand. Theseare good habits that conservewater and reduce your water bill.3. Save both water and en-ergy by waiting until you have afull load before running the wash-ing machine and dishwasher.Check the settings for efficientwater use. Check with your WaterDepartment for possible rebatesfor high efficiency washing ma-chines.

Save the Date:

Fridays & Saturday's, June 12- July 25 - the San BernardinoParks and Recreation Departmentoffers a Summer Youth TennisProgram for 6 to 17 year olds from5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Fridays andfrom 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Satur-days. Lessons are $10 for 6 weeksat 1494 E. Art Townsend Dr. (cor-ner of 3rd & Del Rosa). Tennisrackets and balls are provided. Forinformation call: Liz Cole909.805.1113

Friday, June 19 - the ArrowheadUnited Way Women's Leadership

Council will hold its QuarterlyLuncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00p.m. At the Bank of America -Downtown, 303 North D Street,San Bernardino. For informationcall Gretchen Strutzenberg at909.884.9441 or email [email protected]

Monday to Friday, June 15 to19 - the Humane Society of theSan Bernardino Valley will host itsAnnual Critter Camp - This is aweek-long interactive learning ex-perience for students entering thesecond, third, fourth and fifthgrades. Through this hands-oncamp, children learn the impor-tance of bugs, marsupials and ther-apy and service animals: thedifference between wild and tameanimals plus animal art. For fee in-formation, assistance and to regis-ter call: 909.380.7844 or visitwww.hssbv.org or stop by the Hu-mane Society office, 374 W. Or-ange Show Rd. For questions callJill A. Henderson at909.386.1400 ext. 224

Friday, June 19 - the City of SanBernardino presents Movie Nightsin the Park featuring Million Dol-lar Arm at the Ruben CamposPark, 1717 W. 5th Street. Familiesare encouraged to bring a picnic,blankets and chairs to enjoy a freemovie on the big screen. Pre-movie activities start at 6 p.m. withmovie starting at dusk. No glass,alcohol, animals or umbrellas areallowed. For information call:909.384.5421

Saturday, June 20 - the 2015CommUnity Festival will occurfrom 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. atPerris Hill Park in San Bernardino.The free event will feature localmusic performances, live art, civiclounge, children’s activities, yogafitness classes, vendors, raffles,food vendors and much more. Or-ganizers are Generation Now.

Saturday, June 20 - the Dioceseof San Bernardino presents theSan Bernardino Juneteenth Festi-val Family Affair from noon to 5p.m. at the Anne Shirrell Park (cor-ner of Baseline and CaliforniaStreets). This free family eventwill feature music, food, activitiesand the opportunity to unite andcelebrate the rich heritage of allpeople of African descent. For in-formation call: 909.658.9550

Wednesday, June 24 - the His-panic Inland Empire Chamber ofCommerce presents a PowerBreakfast at Mitla's Cafe, 602 N.Mt. Vernon Ave, San Bernardino.The 7:30 a.m. breakfast will fea-ture a presentation by HorizonSolar Power and networking op-portunities. For information callLinda Gonzalez at 951.213.9916

Friday, June 26 - the SanBernardino Symphony conductedby Frank Fetta present MosaicoMusic Festival at 8:15 p.m. Theconcert features a symphonic trib-ute to Mexican composer Augus-tine Lara and other LatinAmerican classics. The concertwill also feature Mateo Oliva'sMosaico National, a symphonic

celebration of folk themes fromthroughout the regions of Mexico.Soloists are mezzo-soprano AnaGonzalez and tenor Gustavo Her-nandez and the Ballet Folkloricode Los Angeles.

Saturday, June 27 - Habitat forHumanity San Bernardino Area,Inc. presents a FlapjackFundraiser from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.at Applebee's, 2046 W. RedlandsBlvd, Redlands. Raffles and otherfun activities are planned. For tick-ets and information visit the Re-store at 25948 Business CenterDrive, Redlands or call:909.478.1176

Saturday, June 27 - the city ofSan Bernardino presents a FreeCar Show from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00p.m. The event is part of welcom-ing of the 2015 Hemmings MotorNews Great Race. The day'sevents include: Parade of Patriots,Chili Cook-off, live music, gour-met food trucks, and many moreactivities. For information contactthe Parks and Recreation Depart-ment at 909.384.5233 or visit:www.sbgreatrace.com

Sunday, June 28 - the SanBernardino Sunset Rotary Clubpresents TINMAN Triathlon & 5kplus KIDS Triathlon and TricycleRace. This event supports Rotaryscholarships and local and interna-tional projects. For informationcall: 909.237.9368 or visitwww.rotarytinman.org

Monday, June 29 - the NationalLatino Women Business Associa-tion Inland Empire (NLBWA) andthe Southern California BlackChamber of Commerce present thefirst Youth Business Conferencefrom 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. AtShandin Hills Golf Club, 3340 Lit-tle Mountain Drive, SanBernardino. This conference is foryouth ages 14 - 25 and will focuson how to start a business and in-formation on resources for college,careers, trades, resumes. And in-terviews. For ticket informationcall: Crystal Millan at909.684.4466 or Natalie Abregoat 323.385.0474

Tuesday, June 30 - the Associ-ates of the Redlands Bowl presenta recital performance by the win-ners of the 64th Annual YoungArtists Auditions. Young artistsfeatured are: Baritone JustinBrunette, Harpist Claire Elias,Violinists Kevin Miura, LeonardChong, and Bradley Bascon, andPianists Siyuan Liu andJonathan Mamora. Performancestarts at 8:15 p.m. at the RedlandsBowl, 25 Grant Street, Redlands,CA. For information call:909.793.7316 or visit www.red-landsbowl.org

Tuesday, July 7 - the Food Pol-icy Advisory Council of the Com-munity Action Partnership of SanBernardino County will meet from9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Immaculate

Conception Church, 1106 N. LaCadena Drive, Colton. Guestspeaker is Jared Call, ManagingAdvocate of California Food Pol-icy Advocates, who will speak onthe legislative agenda of the groupand updates on current programssuch as Summer Meals Program.For information visit the Califor-nia Food Advocates website athttp://CPA.net/

Thursday, July 9 - Friends ofthe Center for Individual Develop-ment (CID) presents the 28th An-nual Grapes and Gourmet, a foodand wine tasting event with liveand silent auctions. Slated from5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at theHampton Inn & Suites, 27923Highland Ave. proceeds benefitthe CID Regional Center for chil-dren and adults with disabilities.For ticket information call:909.384.5426

Favorite Quote:What is courage? Courage doesnot always roar. Sometimes it isthe quiet voice at the end of theday saying, "I will try again tomor-row.”- Anonymous

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The Chicano Movement ofthe late 1960s and early1970s invigorated a fer-

vent passion in Mexican Americanyouth across the southwest. Its phi-losophy called for self-determina-tion and cultural identity--twoelements that Chicano and Latinoyouth continue to struggle withtoday.This past quarter at the Universityof California, Riverside (UCR), Ihad the privilege of working underpolitical scientist Professor Dr. Ar-mando Navarro to learn about theHistory of the Chicano Studies de-partment--a section of our campusthat no longer exists. Despite theabsence of a strong, “cashstrapped” Chicano/Latino aca-demic branch, UCR has done asufficient job in addressing the ac-ademic and personal needs of theChicano/Latino student population.In speaking to prominent Chicanofaculty Professor Emeritus of His-tory Dr. Carlos E. Cortes and toformer student activists JesseValenzuela, Alfredo Figueroa, andAgustin Rios, I came to the real-ization that the success of the Chi-cano Student Programs (CSP) atthe university is a result of thework of our predecessors; peoplethat were willing to break awayfrom conformity in order to pro-vide future generations a safe spaceto learn about themselves.Whereas it is evident that a shifthas occurred in the priorities of stu-dent organizations such as elMovimiento Estudiantil Chicanode Aztlán (M.E.Ch.A.), the vibrantChicanismo that permeated Li-brary South in those golden dayscontinues to motivate a new gener-ation to seek cultural identity andempowerment for their communi-ties.Cortes, 83, who was among thefirst to hold the title of departmentchair for the Chicano Studies De-partment (1972), was among thefirst in our area to question thecommon curriculum of U.S. edu-cation. His lecture during the firstever Mexican American organizedconference at UCR in 1971, “Re-visiting the ‘All-American SoulCourse’: A Bicultural Avenue toEducational Reform”, explainedthat in that time period EthnicStudies rarely received acclaim forits attempts of seeking interculturalunderstanding. “In my talk I challenged thosecriticisms by arguing that U.S. ed-ucation itself was an extended

‘soul course’ for fostering Ameri-can identity,” Cortes said. “Exceptthat in doing so it generally ex-cluded those groups that did not fitneatly into the calcified ways of re-calling and teaching U.S. history,literature, and other subject areas.”The youth of that generation, notfar removed from the New-Leftyouth movement, the Civil RightsMovement, and the Farm WorkersMovement, embraced these exoge-nous factors in order to seek theirown rights. Like Today, many ofthese students hailed from placeslike Indio, Thermal, and SanBernardino--where opportunitiesand resources are scarce for manyresidents. However, the huge differencefrom the days of “El Movimiento”and are present period is thatfragmentation and apathy seem tobe commonplace inChicano/Latino communities. Thisis the result of our failure to iden-tify with our ethnicity and culture--the negligence of our people’shistorical value. “We always made sure to speakon the Chicano Manifesto and ElPlan de Santa Barbara to ensurestudents knew of the reason whywere here,” said former MechistaJesse Valenzuela. “You alwayshave to know about the past inorder to learn about the future.They always have to realize thatChicano Studies wasn’t alwayshere.”In the present, it is almost a sur-prise to know someone who is fullyversed in the rhetoric of El Plan deEspiritual de Aztlán or El Plan deSanta Barbara. My fear is that thesedocuments will be non-existent tothe upcoming generation that fol-lows ours. While I applaud the efforts ofgreat mentors and leaders on ourcampus such as Professor Navarro,Professor Emeritus Cortes, andCSP director Estella Acuna, muchmore needs to be done if we wantChicano Studies, Latin AmericanStudies, or for that matter, EthnicStudies to continue to be offered atuniversities across the nation.

Our predecessors fought valiantlyagainst roadblocks to make sure wewould one day be able to learnabout our people’s heroes. Andthat’s because they see themselvesin us. At one point in their life theywere young working, middle classstudents, looking for a better pathand for a solution to the strugglesour barrios face. It is imperativethat we continue to push for the re-tention of this valuable academicdiscipline because it will ensureour people will be educated abouttheir culture.

To YoungChicano/Latinos: Let’sembrace our culture!

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Global warming scare political,not scientific

At any time, I expect the left-wingers to start blaming the floodsand unseasonable rains thatswamped large areas of Texas onman-made climate change andglobal warming.

The term global warming is notbandied about as often as it usedto be. I believe the reason for itsunpopularity is that the non-be-lievers did some research and dis-covered that 93 percent of thescientists who are advocates of thehoax “climate change” are beingsubsidized by the federal govern-ment, which rewards those scien-

tists who come to the govern-ment’s preferred conclusion thatclimate change is man-made andcauses global warming.

Liberals hate capitalism. Whatbetter way to destroy capitalismthan to have these bought scien-tists convince the gullible that manis destroying the planet, therebycausing the Environmental Pro-tection Agency to issue more strin-gent draconian rules which cripplecapitalism.

Look at how many coal minesthe empty suit in the White House

has closed. Look at how many oildrilling permits for off the Floridacoast have not been renewed.

The EPA is the enemy of hard-working American citizens. I wishwe had a Congress with thecashews to close down the EPA,the Department of the Interior andthe Education Department. Theirresponsibilities should be returnedto the states.

James F. Nesmith,Upland

Delightful concert atFirst Congregational church

My husband and I attended a de-lightful concert last Sunday at theFirst Congregational Church inSan Bernardino.

The performers were membersof the San Bernardino YouthChoir, assisted by Soar Academy’schorus, and the Symphony Je-

unesse, the Youth Orchestra forStrings.

We are extremely lucky to haveMichele and Michael Tacchiathere, dedicating their lives tobringing music to the youth of ourcommunity and to us. Bravo totheir organizations and to them.

If you read about an upcomingconcert, we strongly recommendyou attend. The sounds were beau-tiful!

Gertrude Freidel,San Bernardino

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I spoke at the San BernardinoCity Council meeting and told my“thinking out of the box” idea tohelp add income to the city to paythe debt we owe. The idea is thatwe ask all who pay bills in the cityto “round up” their payment andthat amount be placed in a trustfund toward paying back our debt.

The 10-year budget plan pre-pared May 30 for the judgeshowed that it could not pay backthe money owed. All the residentsin the city of San Bernardino owethis debt. I am a resident and I owethis debt.

Eventually, the county couldplace a levy on property to paythis debt, increasing my house taxand yours. Even though there are

ongoing mediations with the cred-itors and others to reduce it, thedebt is large enough that all effortsnow in the document are notenough over the next 10 years.

If many residents and businessesround up their payment, thiswould show how much they be-lieve in San Bernardino’s future.In many meetings, blogs and atvolunteer activities, city residentshave expressed positive feelingsfor living in San Bernardino.

At random, I asked the youngman working in the window in mylocal fast food store when he re-turned my change, would he bewilling to “round out” his pay-ment. He listened, smiled and said“yes.” There are many successful

examples of this in our nation,such as Jane Robert’s 34 millionfriends raised money for UnitedNations programs, $1 at a time.

With over 200,000 residents andothers who daily come to our city,these small amounts add upquickly and surprise even the mostskeptical persons. Most important,this positive action that wedemonstrate will encourage the re-turn of lost neighbors, new serv-ices and retail business, create a“neighborhood-friendly” milieuthat contributes to reducing nega-tivity. This could be the measure-ment of the success of this idea.

Shirley Harlan,San Bernardino

Residents could help dig SanBernardino out of debt


Words to Think About: History andReality of the Holocaust

By G. W. Abersold Ph.D.

The history and reality ofthe Holocaust in WorldWar II has been well

chronicled. From the concentrationcamps comes the story that sur-vivors must not let the tragedy beforgotten. The events must be re-membered.

The remnants of the Warsawghetto in particular carried out thismessage. It is actualized in Israeltoday. In fact, ever since the estab-lishment of the Israeli nation in1948, graduating officers from themilitary service are taken to theMasada in the Sinai desert. Over-looking the Dead Sea a service ofcommitment is conducted. Themessage is affirmed by each offi-cer. Never again. Never again willJews allow themselves to be docilein the midst of persecution. Theywill not be led like sheep to theslaughter.One of the most memorable ex-periences of my travels occurred inDachau, Germany. It is located afew miles from Munich, about a 15minute train ride. A short bus ridefrom the train station stops twoblocks from the camp.The town surrounds the camplike one of our schools. There aresmall houses, stores and churches.Lawns are well kept and childrenplay in the yards. There is limitednoise and just an occasional horn.Normal? I’m not sure because Iwas there on a Sunday morning.

The buildings in the camp arelow and in fairly good condition.Barbed wire is on top of all of thewalls and the buildings. The origi-nal barracks have all been de-stroyed, with only a couplereplicas standing. There are pic-tures on the walls along with vari-ous items of torture showing whatthe barracks looked like during thewar.I shall never forget walking downthe road toward the incinerators,about 400 yards. The memories ofwhat I had seen in the camp mu-seum were unforgettable. Of thethousands who were in the gaschambers and then their bodiesburned; 500,000 were ministers,along with doctors, teachers, pro-fessors, and scientists, priests, andrabbis. Dachau was the focus ofthe educated leaders.It was raining and I was the onlytourist. As I walked, suddenly thedistant sound of church bellsbegan to peal forth. Tears courseddown my face as it dawned on methe prisoners could have heardthose same bells. Church memberswould have gone to worship with

smoke pouring from the ovens.Were they aware of what wasgoing on? Could they hear thecries of tortured victim? Did theyregister any kind of protest? Thoseare some of the questions thatplagued my mind.I walked slowly through the gaschambers-my mind running ram-pant. I then went through thebuilding with the furnaces. Adja-cent to these horrible places a me-morial chapel has been built. Also,a chapel for worship has been builtbeside the property. I attended theworship service.Returning slowly to the maingate, again my thoughts turned tothe victims and their families. I canwell appreciate the impact of thisHolocaust on the German psychesince what I saw has left an indeli-ble imprint on my mind.The gas chambers were next tothe crematoriums. The prisonerswere stripped of their clothes,which were then cleaned and soldto the citizens. After the prisonerswere gassed, the gold and silverfillings were taken from theirmouths and sold. Following the

cremation, the ashes were col-lected, bagged and sold as fertil-izer to the local farmers. Hitler andthe Nazis bragged about their effi-ciency.Through the years since the endof World War II, there have beenseveral groups that have chal-lenged the veracity of the Holo-caust.To my way of thinking, historyhas verified its reality. Between 6to 8 million people were slaugh-tered by the Nazis.I have visited Israel eight timesand on two occasions have visitedthe Survivors of Warsaw Kibbutz.It is located in the north part of Is-rael, not too far from Lebanon. Thepeople without exception, gavetestimony to the reality of thetragedy.It has been said the past centurywas the most violent one recordedin history. Genocide in Turkey,Africa and Germany must neverhappen again. The best way toavoid such happenings again is tonever forget the past.Amen. Selah. So be it.

Free Senior Day atthe County MuseumSeniors ages 60 and older

will be admitted to the SanBernardino County Mu-

seum in Redlands at no cost onWednesday, June 24, 2015 duringregular museum hours, 9 a.m. to 5p.m.Free admission for seniors ismade possible by a contributionfrom Mike Pichardo of PichardoBenefit Services. All other mu-seum visitors are welcome at reg-ular admission prices.“I have been serving the seniorsof San Bernardino County for 10years with their Medicare insur-ance needs,” said Pichardo. “I wasdelighted that so many seniorswere able to visit the museum lastmonth at no cost, and I’m pleasedto be able to sponsor another freeadmission day for seniors thisJune.”While at the museum, visitorscan see three new temporary ex-

hibits. “Spider Woman’s Legacy”features Navajo rugs and blanketsdating from the turn of the last cen-tury to the mid-twentieth century.“Turn Left at the Rockies” ex-plores mountain men from 1826 to1850 and their contributions to thehistory and development of SanBernardino County and SouthernCalifornia. The “RememberRamps” showcases technology,from telephones to typewriters, let-ting visitors use their own memo-ries of everyday objects to createstories amongst themselves.The museum’s new curator ofhistory, Jennifer Dickerson, willgive an illustrated lecture at 11a.m. titled “Creating RiversideCounty from San BernardinoCounty.” This presentation is in-cluded with museum admission.Spider Woman’s Legacy, Re-member Ramps, Turn Left at the

Rockies, and the County Mu-seum’s other exciting events andexhibits reflect the effort by theBoard of Supervisors to achievethe Countywide Vision by cele-brating arts, culture, and educationin the county, creating quality oflife for residents and visitors.The San Bernardino County Mu-seum is at 2024 Orange Tree Lane,at the California Street exit fromInterstate 10 in Redlands. The mu-seum is open Tuesdays throughSundays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.General admission is $10 (adult),$8 (military or senior), $7 (stu-dent), and $5 (children ages 5 to12). Children under 5 and MuseumAssociation members are admittedfree. Parking is free. For more in-formation, visit www.sbcountymu-seum.org. The museum isaccessible to persons with disabil-ities.

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All seniors, couples and singles,welcome at free dance socials.Opportunity to make new friendsand remember music of our youth.

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The Democratic Luncheon Club ofSan Bernardino meet at noon onFridays at Democratic Headquar-ters, 136 Carousel Mall (near thecentral glass elevator) in SanBernardino. Speaker Schedule:6/12 Bill Manis, SB Deputy CityManager: Attracting develop-ment and investment to SB6/19 Christina Gagnier, Candi-date for AD-406/26 Abigail Medina, SBCUSDTrustee and Candidate for AD-40Visit us at www.sbdems.com orour new Facebook page atwww.facebook/SBDems.

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ARMC weeklyFarmer’s Market

Wednesdays from 9 a.m. – 1p.m. in front of the hospital. Stopby on your lunch break for certi-fied fresh produce and artisanbreads. ARMC partners with theSouthland Farmers Market Associ-ation on the weekly market to helppromote health and wellness to thecommunity.

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ARMC willhost HealthyLiving classes

Starting June 2 for six weeksfrom 9:30-12pm at ArrowheadRegional Medical Center(ARMC). The classes are designedfor individuals with chronic healthconditions, or for their caregiversand friends. The workshops, led bytrained facilitators, will be offeredeach Tuesday for six weeks, in theSequoia conference room, on thefirst floor of the hospital at 400North Pepper Avenue in Colton.Who should attend?• Adults interested in becomingmore physically and socially ac-tive• Adults with diabetes, highblood pressure, lung disease, orother health conditions• Caregivers, family members, orfriends of someone with an ongo-ing health condition

You will learn how to:• Eat healthy and be active• Better manage your health• Set goals and solve problems• Communicate better with yourdoctors, family and friends• Manage your medications• Relax and use meditation• Reduce stress, pain and lack ofsleep.The classes are interactive andoffer mutual support designed tobuild participant’s confidence intheir ability to manage their health.The class is free and open to all.Registration is required. To regis-ter, call 909-580-1200.

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FestivalSaturday, June 20 from 11 amto 6 pm at Perris Hill Park in SanBernardino. The free event willfeature local music performances,live art, civic lounge, children’s ac-tivities, yoga fitness classes, ven-dors, raffles, food vendors andmuch more. Organizers are Gen-eration Now.Hispanic Inland

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A.K. Smiley Library Days will be classic Americana celebration By Yazmin Alvarez

If classic cars, drive-in the-aters and a little bit of Rock& Roll spark a sense of nos-

talgia, then this weekend’s LibraryDays Celebration at A.K. SmileyPublic Library in Redlands is theplace to be.On Saturday, guests can revel inClassic Americana themed hap-penings including a classic carshow, lectures on Route 66 andconcerts in the park, to name afew. “We encourage both our long

time patrons and new residents tocome to Smiley Library, learnsomething new, have some food,and enjoy a variety of fine enter-tainment,” said library directorDon McCue, in a news release. Free activities at the library begin

at 10 a.m. with a screening of clas-sic cartoons like The Jetsons andThe Flintstones in the assemblyroom. Complimentary popcornwill be available. At 10:15am in the HeritageRoom, authors Claudia and AlanHeller will discuss their recentbook about the quintessentialAmerican highway, Route 66.Popular local favorite the WestPalm Avenue Band will perform afree concert of classic Americanrock tunes in the park next to theLincoln Memorial Shrine fromnoon to 2 p.m.The Lincoln Memorial Shrinewill offer extended hours for thecelebration and open at 10 .m. tofeature a special one-day only ex-hibit of Lincoln themed Ameri-cana oddities such as bobble headsand psychedelic posters, organiz-

ers said. The first 400 guests who partici-pate in any Library Day event orshow their library card at the cir-culation desk that morning will geta special treat – a coupon good fora free In-N-Out lunch from the In-N-Out truck which will be on site.There will also be complimentarysnow cones available, according tothe news release.“It’s the library’s way of saying

“thank you” to everyone who sup-ports our mission of providing in-formation and programming to thecommunity,” said McCue.Library Days will be celebratedfrom 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.. The A.K.Smiley Public Library is at 125 W.Vine St. in Redlands. To learnmore visit www.akspl.org or callthe library at 909-798-7565.

courtesy photoclassic americana will be celebrated June 20 during library Days at a.k. smiley public library,smiley park and the lincoln memorial shrine in redlands.

•10:15 to 11a.m. - Route 66talk by authors Claudia andAlan Heller in the HeritageRoom•10 a.m. to noon - Screeningsof the Jetsons and the Flint-stones in the Assembly Room•10 a.m. to 1 p.m. - ClassicAmericana participatory gamesin Smiley Park•10 a.m to 2 p.m. - Car Showon Fourth Street of classicAmerican cars

•10 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Friendsof the Library book sale, Smi-ley Park•11a.m. to 1p.m. - Children’sStorytime with guest readers inthe Young Readers’ Room•Noon to 2 p.m. - Compli-mentary Inn-n-Out lunch forparticipants (while supplieslast)• Noon to 2 p.m. - West PalmAvenue Band concert in SmileyPark

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courtesy photo/a.k. smiley public librarylibrary Day activities will be planned throughout the library andsmiley park.

Redlands Community CentersUpcoming ActivitiesFather’s Day Luncheon

Date: Friday, June 19, 2015Time: 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.Fee: All fathers are free and everyone else is $1 per personPlace: Joslyn Senior Center, 21 Grant Street, RedlandsThis luncheon features a menu of: hot dogs with chili and sauerkraut, potato chips and chocolate éclairs.

Giveaways will also be included as part of this celebration for all fathers. For more information or to register,please contact Joslyn Senior Center at (909) 798-7550.

Kids eat free Summer Lunch Program

Beginning June 15 through Aug. 7, the Redlands Community Center will provide free lunches andsnacks to all youth through age 17. Food will be provided by 180 Degrees and Still Standing withfresh produce provided by local farmers. Serving time for lunch will be from 11a.m. to 1 p.m. fol-

lowed by snack from 4 to 5 p.m. Food will be served on a first-come, first-served basis.No registration is required however if participants have any food allergies please notify the CommunityCenter prior to receiving food. Menus’ with serving portions are available at the beginning of each month.For questions please call (909) 798-7579, or visit the center at 111 W. Lugonia Ave.

Computer Class for seniors

The Joslyn Senior Center offers computer classes with instructor Elliot Livingston. Before retiring,Livingston was a computer engineer and now enjoys teaching others. The computer class offers sen-iors a wide range of instruction from the first user to the advanced student.

When: Mondays and Wednesdays, Time: 9 to 10 a.m., Location: Joslyn Senior Center, 21 Grant St.,Redlands, 92373, Price: $2 per day or $10 per month. To register or for more information, please call theJoslyn Senior Center at (909)798-7550.

Billiards tournament

The Joslyn Senior Center will host a billiards tournament beginning at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday June24. First, second, and third place prizes will be awarded. Pre-registration is required by June 19. Allgames will be 8-ball. A coin flip decides who breaks the first game. Winner breaks on subsequent

games. Players are placed at random on a standard double-elimination tournament chart. There is a $2 reg-istration fee. The Joslyn Senior Center is located 21 Grant St. To register or for more information, pleasecall the Joslyn Senior Center at (909)798-7550.


PHOTO/LUIS TIRADOInland Congregations United for Change (ICUC) youth organizerPablo Machado, 19, of Colton speaking to San Bernardino res-idents about the dangers of Human Trafficking during a marchon Wednesday June 10.

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marched through G Street in SanBernardino on Wednesday June 10to shed light on the issue of humantrafficking.The demonstration-- the secondthat has taken place in the city in2015--was led by San BernardinoCity Unified School District (SB-CUSD) Youth Services directorRay Culberson. The long timecommunity advocate said motiva-tion to hold demonstrations comesthrough the experiences of helpingyoung girls escape prostitution. Hesaid he is devoted to addressingthe issue and bringing a long-termsolution.“Young girls are being manipu-lated and are [forced] into thisbusiness,” Culberson said. “If welet our children into this world, weare going to have more chaos.Everything I am doing now isgeared towards getting young kidson the right track.”As of 2013, the Innocence LostNational Initiative has success-fully identified and recoveredmore than 2,700 children that havebeen sexually exploited since itsstart 12 years ago. In January, theSan Bernardino Police Depart-ment, with the help of the FederalBureau of Investigation (FBI) andthe San Bernardino CountyHuman Trafficking task forceroamed the city in hopes of curb-ing street prostitution and rescue

children that were forced to selltheir bodies for sexual intercourse.“We are losing our young peoplevery unnecessarily, “ SBCUSDboard member Dr. Margaret Hillimplied. “If they want to makemoney, they need to stay in school,get an education, in order to re-ceive a job with benefits. They canalways call the district and ask forhelp. We can provide services suchas, mental health, physical, health,education, living, and any otherservices that will make theseyoung people be whole again.”At the district level, SBCUSDboard member Abigail Medinamentioned there are measures tohelp curb human trafficking andother harmful activities that afflictyouth. The district is working toimplement Positive Behavior In-tervention Support (PBIS) pro-grams to help students, as well ascreating a Youth Court wherepeers provide a support system tohelp at-risk students. “We don’t want to wait untilMiddle School or High School,and wait until they get negativesupport from outside,” Medina ex-plained. “We want to make surewe figure out ways to supportthem within school sites.” Moreover, Medina believesmarches is just the beginning of astrategic plan that aims to engagewith victims and residents on amore personal basis.“This is a good way to take astand,” she said. “However, weneed to meet up with victims andneighborhood residents to find outfirst hand what they are experienc-ing.”

ObituaryWilliam G. Zendejas

William G. Zendejas, age 88, was a resi-dent of Colton for 83 years. Beloved fa-ther and grandfather, was surrounded by

his loving family when he went to be with the Lordon June 12, 2015. He was married to Jennie for 62 years. His sur-vivors include: sons Ralph (Cindy), Ray (Martha);daughters Christina (Don), Pearl (Tony), Dolores(Ray) and Veronica (Rob); 15 grandchildren; 26great grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild;brother Paul and sisters Consuelo, Eva and Grace.He served in the US Armory and was a WWII Vet-eran. He retired from the Cement Industry after 42years. He also worked as a barber and welder.He was a strong, brave man full of integrity andwas the pilar of our family.Viewing will be held from 9:00 am to 10:30 am onTuesday, June 23, 2015 at Colton Funeral Chapel.Mass will follow at 11:00 am at San SalvadorCatholic Church, 178 W. “K” St., Colton. Intermentwill immediately follow at Hermosa Gardens Ceme-tery

Licata Brothers music ranges fromIrving Berlin to Led Zeppelin

Teen brothers Jimmy and Tony Licata willbring their upbeat acoustic guitars and artfulvocal harmonies to the Redlands Community

Senior Center from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, June 25.With a repertoire spanning the 1920s through 1980s,including Hollywood show tunes, music by IrvingBerlin, Frank Sinatra, The Everly Brothers, BobDylan and Led Zeppelin (as well as local songwrit-

ers), the brothers appeal to audiences of all ages.Admission is $2 and everyone is invited. Guests arewelcome to bring their own food and non-alcoholicbeverages.To register or for more information, please call theJoslyn Senior Center at (909) 798-7550. The JoslynSenior Center is located at 21 Grant St.


Becker ponders decision between professionalbaseball or playing at Oregon

By Harvey M. Kahn

Former Cajon High Schoolbaseball player and 2015Ken Hubbs nominee Bran-

den Becker knows that otherswould love to be in his difficult sit-uation. Does he sign a professionalbaseball contract to play for theBaltimore Orioles organization oraccept a scholarship to play base-ball at the University of Oregon.Becker knows there are temptationsto jump at a baseball contract, yetunderstands the importance ofgoing to a major university and ma-turing. "I'm just enjoying this mo-ment and either way I'm set up,"said Becker, who took honorsclasses this year at Cajon. "There isa lot to consider."He was a three-year All-BeltLeague shortstop at Cajon whomade the 2014 Milwaukee BrewersArea Code team that representedthe Inland Empire against otherteams in Southern California. "TheArea Code games are played assummer showcases for majorleague scouts," explained Becker."They create a lot of exposure. One

of our games was televised nation-ally online by ESPN3. That's whenI first realized that I might make it." As a good fielding shortstop whobats left handed, hits for averageand can also play second or thirdbase, the pro scouts started contact-ing Becker in large numbers. He re-called about 12 teams, including theAngels, Mariners, Royals, Cubsand Mets. "Oregon knew that I'd bedrafted and they would be disap-pointed if I signed but they wouldunderstand. Former Cal StateFullerton coach George Horton isnow at Oregon and they are readyfor the next level." Becker wouldhave made the decision by the timethis article appears. If he goes pro,the Rookie League starts shortlyand so does summer work outs inOregon.If he does not sign with the Ori-oles, Becker will have played forSan Bernardino County in the In-land Empire Coaches Association2015 All-Star Game on June 15. Ei-ther way, he is ready for "the grind"of the game of baseball. He's beenschooled by older brother's Jordanand Cameron who played at Cajonbefore him. He grew up with family

fiend and pro pitcher Aaron Brooks.Becker is a student of baseball his-tory from Newmark Little Leagueto Hank Aaron. "Newmark has pro-duced big leaguer's Tommy Han-son, Brooks, and Greg Gerber.There have been many more whogot drafted." Becker already has a rookie goldbaseball card being distributed bythe Leaf Company. "I signed about250 of those cards and they are sell-ing for about $8-9 on eBay." Hewent on to describe about nine de-velopment levels one must climb tothe majors. "It is very hard to makeit but baseball is my life."He recommends that high schoolathletes play as many sports as pos-sible until you find one that you'regood at. "You get good by practic-ing. If you have a work ethic, youwill show improvement. Peopleyou think could never make it, canimprove enough to become a pro,"advised Becker. "There's a lot ofgreat athletes walking around townbut they don't have the mind set. Ittakes a good family support systemand good grades."Becker has been active at Holy

Rosary Church where part of his

catechism is to serve food at placeslike Helping Hands Pantry andMary's Table. "Most who comethere are shy. They have beenthrough a lot and you can see theirstruggles. Life can be hard. I'velearned to live each day. I don'thave it bad."

COURTESY PHOTOBranden Becker at Ken HubbsAward ceremony.

COURTESY PHOTOCajon alum Branden Beckeralready has a autographedLeaf Gold baseball card sellingon eBay.

Brianna Cassidy says success comes with no excuses;will play softball at Nebraska

By Harvey M. Kahn

Brianna Cassidy heard somesay she wouldn't make itbecause she was just an-

other from San Bernardino whoseparents didn't live together. Cassidy,a high school All-American softballplayer from Cajon High, admittedthat finances were sometimes anissue when it was time to pay fortravel softball."My family had just enough butthere are no excuses for not beingsuccessful," said Cassidy. "I had agreat support system that pushedme to succeed. My parents told meI couldn't play unless I got goodgrades. That helped me manage mytime." Cassidy currently works um-piring as many as three youthgames per day.The 17-year-old Cassidy added alot of self-determination to that sup-

port, with the result being a fullscholarship to the University of Ne-braska where she might win thestarting catching job next season asa freshman. Cassidy leaves behinda long list of accomplishments atCajon High School to rank heramong the best in school history.As a junior, Cassidy was selectedas a National Fastpitch Coaches As-sociation first team All-Americanand later earned Western RegionAll-American honors. She was atwo-time member of the SanBernardino Sun All-County 1stteam and was selected as Cajon'sKen Hubbs 2015 Athlete of theYear. She tacked on three All-CitrusBelt 1st team honors as well. Sheplayed travel ball for the elite Co-rona Angels."To get recruited into college youhave to play travel ball," advisedCassidy. She credited travel ball

coaches Jeff Blanco and Vicki Rioswith her early development. Cas-sidy said college recruiters startedscouting her when she was a 12-year-old. "Rios opened my eyes tothe many opportunities."Cassidy graduated in the top 6%of Cajon seniors. Her 4.41 GPA wasmore than enough to earn her mem-bership in the National Honor So-ciety. She was also a peer mentor, abest buddy and a student represen-tative to Cajon's school site council."Autism runs in my family. Peopledon't want to talk to those with dis-abilities, so being their friendmeans so much to them. It makesme realize all the things I have." Her busy schedule has oftencaused her to go directly fromgames to Cajon administrativemeetings in a soiled uniform andwearing eye black. "I was one of sixwho were the voice of the studentson the school site council. We dis-cussed conduct and money issues.It was a mandatory monthly meet-ing of parents, teachers, and admin-istrators. It's where things gotdone." Cassidy said she will leave for her

new life in Lincoln, Nebraska onAug. 18. She told of softball gametailgate parties that number in thethousands. Where University ofNebraska athletes are asked for au-tographs on city streets. "It was un-real. I knew that was the place forme." She feels that college athletesget enough benefits without askingto be paid". She says it costs about$65,000 per college year for tuition,not counting travel, food, lodgingand sports equipment, which couldtotal close to $175,000 per year.Cassidy thinks success comes

from having friends who want tobecome successful, too. Her 12-year-old brother is a Newmark Lit-tle League all-star. For furtherinformation about Cassidy, see herletter posted on the Newmark LittleLeague facebook site.

PHOTO COURTESY/ BRI CASSIDYCajon's Brianna Cassidy was a two-time high school softballAll-American who will play next season on scholarship at Univer-sity of Nebraska.


IE softball all-stars shutout by Orange County

By Richard Dawson

San Bernardino players fi-nally got invited but Or-ange County kept the

bragging rights. Orange County was up by fiveafter three innings and cruised to aone-sided 9-0 win during the firstannual Inland Empire vs. OrangeCounty all-star softball game atBig League Dreams in Chino Hillson Wednesday, June 10. In the previous 11 years, thegame was a matchup of onlyRiverside all-stars against OrangeCounty with OC holding a 5-4-2

series record. The game nearly paired Yucaipastar Brooke Bolinger against Mis-sion Viejo’s Taylor McQuillin, butBolinger ended up missing thegame. The duo squared off at theCIF-SS Division 2 championshipgame the week prior, a gamewhich Yucaipa won 1-0. Instead, the Inland Empire of-fense failed to muster much of-fense against McQuillin, the 2015Gatorade Player of the Year, gen-erating two hits and a walk whilestriking out eight times against theArizona commit. Both of the Inland Empire’s hits

came in the second inning and theteam looked poised to score.Norco’s Abby Lockman led-offwith a single and Ciera Schick(Los Osos) followed with a groundrule double to left, but McQullinstranded the runners by strikingout the next three hitters.Orange County took advantageof its opportunities, scoring fiveruns in three innings againstSchick and then roughing up Cit-rus Valley’s Taylor Troost for fourruns in two innings. Troost pitched a scoreless fourthbut ran into trouble in the fifth,most of the damage coming on athree-run home run by SanClemente’s Lauren Cane. Five ofthe six outs Troost recorded camevia strikeout. The Citrus Belt League was wellrepresented with five players onthe roster. Brianna Cassidy andKirsten Caudle of Cajon, AutumnGillespie of Redlands East Valley,Annie Bakenhus of Yucaipa andTroost. Zoe Casas of Aquinas went 0 for2 while Grand Terrace’s lone sen-ior, Destini Peck, went hitless inone at-bat.

PHOTO/RICHARD DAWSONZoe Casas, of Aquinas, makes a catch for Inland Empire.

PHOTO/RICHARD DAWSONCajon's Brianna Cassidy throws to first after a force play at home.

PHOTO/RICHARD DAWSONCitrus Valley's Taylor Troost pitches for the Inland Empire all-stars. The team fell to the Orange County all-stars 9-0 at BigLeague Dreams in Chino Hills on June 10.


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ESTATE OF:JUDY C. LASTER , aka

JUDY CAROLLASTER, aka JUDY

LASTERCASE NO.: PROPS

1500527To all heirs, beneficiaries,creditors, contingent credi-tors, and persons who maybe otherwise interested inthe will or estate, or both of:JUDY C. LASTER , akaJUDY CAROL LASTER, akaJUDY LASTERA PETITION FOR PRO-BATE has been filed by VIN-CENT D. LASTER in theSuperior Court of California,County of SAN BERNARDI-NO THE PETITION FOR PRO-BATE requests that VIN-CENT D. LASTER be ap-pointed as personal repre-sentative to administer theestate of the decedent.THE PETITION requestsauthority to administer theestate under theIndependent Administrationof Estates Act. (This authori-ty allows the personal repre-sentative to take manyactions without obtainingcourt approval. Before tak-ing certain actions, however,the personal representativeis required to give notice tointerested persons unlessthey have waived notice orconsented to the proposedaction.) The independentadministration authority willbe granted unless an in¬ter-ested person files an objec-tion to this petition andshows good cause why thecourt should not grant theauthority.A HEARING on the petitionwill be held on JUL 28 2015at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. S55located at 351 NorthArrowhead Avenue, SanBernardino, CA 92415.IF YOU OBJECT to thegranting of the petition, youshould either appear at thehearing and state yourobjections or file writtenobjections with the courtbefore the hearing. Yourappearance may be in per-son or by your attorney.IF YOU ARE A CREDITORor a contingent creditor ofthe deceased, you must fileyour claim with the court andmail a copy to the personalrepresentative appointed bythe court within the later ofeither (1) four months fromthe date of first issuance ofletters to a general personalrepresentative, as defined insection 58(b) of theCalifornia Probate Code, or(2) 60 days from the date ofmailing or personal deliveryto you of a notice under sec-tion 9052 of the CaliforniaProbate Code. OtherCalifornia statutes and legalauthority may affect yourrights as a creditor. You maywant to consult with an attor-ney knowledgeable inCalifornia law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the filekept by the court. If you area person interested in theestate, you may file with thecourt a Request for SpecialNotice (form DE-154) of thefiling of an inventory andappraisement of estateassets or of any petition oraccount as provided inProbate Code Section 1250.A Request for Special Noticeform is available from theCourt Clerk.Attorney for Petitioner:Elisabeth Kempe-Olinger290 North 10th StreetSuite 222Colton, CA 92324Published El Chicano6/18,6/25,7/2/15 E-7095

LIEN SALENotice is hereby given pur-suant to sections 3071 and3072 of the Civil Code of theState of California, theundersigned will sell the fol-lowing vehicles at lien sale atsaid address(s) at saidtime(s) on:to wit:Thursday, July 2, 2015YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSESTATE98 TRLM1PT01 JAH6W60011201720221 METo be sold by: BILL & WAG'SINC., 1516 S BON VIEWAVENUE, ONTARIO, SANBERNARDINO COUNTY,CA91761 (06:00 PM)Said sale is for the purposeof satisfying lien of theabovesigned for towing, stor-age, labor, materials and liencharges, together with costsof advertising, and expensesof sale.Clear Choice Lien Service,Inc.P.O. Box 159009San Diego, CA 92175CNS-2763186#PUBLISHED EL CHICANO6/18/15 E-7097

SAN BERNARDINO CITYUNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

777 North "F" StreetSan Bernardino , CA 92410

NOTICE TO VENDORSREQUESTING BIDS

Bid No. 14-30For

Automotive Repair PartsNOTICE IS HEREBYGIVENthat the SanBernardino City Unified SchoolDistrict of San BernardinoCounty, State of California,acting by and through itsGoverning Board, hereafter

referred to as the “District”, issoliciting sealed bids for: BidNo. 14-30, AutomotiveRepair Parts, from qualifiedvendors. Bids will be received up to,but not later than: Thursday,June 25, 2015 at 11:00 a.m.All bids shall be made on thebid form furnished by theDistrict, unless otherwise indi-cated in the bid documents.Vendors who are desirous ofsecuring a copy of the bidincluding specifications andbid forms for the purpose ofpreparing and submitting a bidfor this work may do so (sub-ject to certain conditions) fromthe Purchasing Department,777 North F Street, SanBernardino, CA 92410, orwebsite. A copy of the bid willbe posted on the web at:http://sbcusd.com/bids.aspx Each bid must conform and beresponsive to the bid docu-ments that are on file forexamination at the District'sPurchasing Department andposted on the Web. Bids will be received at theBOARD OF EDUCATIONBUILDING BID BOX,Located in the Foyer at, SANBERNARDINO CITY UNIFIEDSCHOOL DISTRICT, 777North F Street, SanBernardino, CA 92410,andshall be opened at the above-stated time and place. All bidsmust be clearly marked on theoutside of a sealed envelopewith the vendor’s companyname, and the title:“Automotive Repair Parts,Bid Number 14-30”. It is thevendor’s sole responsibility toensure that its bid is receivedat the correct location, and bythe time scheduled for theopening. No vendor may with-draw its bid for a period of 60days after the date set for theopening of bids.Purchase is contingent onavailability of funds. Local,minority, and disabled veter-ans businesses are specifical-ly encouraged to respond andto submit bids.Bid award(s) to be madeaccording to bid instructionsand conditions. The Districtreserves the right to accept orreject any or all bids, and toaccept or reject any item, towithdraw a line item or entirebid, and to waive any irregular-ities or informalities in the bidsor in the bidding, to be the solejudge as to the merit, quality,and acceptability of materialsproposed and compliance tospecifications, and to not nec-essarily award to the lowestbid of any offered if it is in thebest interest of the District.The District reserves the rightto award by individual lineitem, by group, or by means ofa single award to the overalllowest responsible bidder bid-ding on all line items andmeeting District specificationsand requirements. The Districtmay award any, all, or none ofthis bid.BY: Bruce Coonrod, Buyer,Purchasing ServicesSan Bernardino City UnifiedSchool DistrictSan Bernardino, CA, 92410(909) 381-1129PUBLICATION DATE:Thursday, June 18, 2015BID Opening: Thursday, June25, 2015 at 11:00 a.m.

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¡PRESENTE SU SOLICITUD AHORA! LISTA DE ESPERA ABIERTA BASADA EN PROYECTO PARA REGION 2

El Departamento de Vivienda del Condado de San Bernardino (HACSB) está aceptando solicitudes preliminares para las listas de espera para viviendas privadas basadas en proyectos de la

tres (3) dormitorios. Los apartamentos de vivienda privada de la Región 2 están ubicados en las ciudades de Montclair, Chino y Ontario. A las familias se les asigna un número de dormitorios basado en dos (2) personas por dormitorio. No se requiere que el cabeza de familia comparta un dormitorio salvo que sea con su cónyuge o pareja.

El Programa basado en Proyecto es un programa federal que entrega asistencia de alquiler para hogares de ingresos bajos y moderados. La asistencia al alquiler para este programa se determina usando el sistema de cálculo Asistencia al alquiler agilizado (Streamlined Lease Assistance) según el cual, en base a los ingresos del grupo familiar, las familias sin adultos mayores/discapacitados pagan un subsidio por niveles que empieza en el 21% y aumenta 3% cada dos años hasta llegar a un máximo del 30% y los grupos familiares de personas

los miembros adultos del grupo familiar serán sujetos a una

ofrezca una unidad a la familia.

Los aplicantes serán colocados en la lista de espera en orden según la fecha en que se recibió la aplicación y las preferencias

viudos de veteranos tendrán preferencia en la lista de espera. Se requiere

Límites de ingresos del Programa en 2015Para este programa el ingreso de las familias no puede superar las cantidades indicadas abajo:

¿En qué se diferencia el programa basado en el proyecto del programa de asistencia al alquiler basado en el inquilino? Según el Programa de asistencia al alquiler basado en el

Autoridad de Vivienda emite a la familia elegible un Acuerdo de Obligaciones Familiares y la familia elige la unidad de su preferencia. Si la familia es aprobada para pasar a una nueva

puede mudar con asistencia continuada a otra unidad.

Según el Programa basado en el Proyecto, la Autoridad de

Contrato de Obligaciones de la Familia basado en Proyecto

a las familias de su lista de espera al dueño de la propiedad para cubrir las vacantes. Debido a que la ayuda está vinculada a la unidad, una familia que se muda (voluntariamente o por expulsión) de la unidad no cumple los requisitos para continuar la asistencia de vivienda del proyecto.

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Memorial Day Observance Held at Mt. ViewMortuary & Cemetery in San Bernardino

By Ricardo Tomboc

The 2015 Memorial Dayceremony was conductedat the Mt. View Mortuary

and Cemetery in San Bernardino.The event was co-hosted by TheAmerican Legion Post 14 and MtView Cemetery. Memorial Day ceremonies havebeen observed since after the CivilWar but it was not until 1971 thatMemorial Day was declared a na-tional holiday by an act of Con-gress. Memorial Day is a day ofremembering the men and womenwho died while serving in theArmed Forces.The Honor Guard from MarchAir Force Base conducted a threevolley salute and taps. The "threevolley salute" honors those whohave served in the military. Afterthe rifles are raised into the skythree shots are fired. The buglersounds "Taps". The SanBernardino High School ROTCHonor Guard posted the colorsduring the ceremony. The Condor Squadron did threeflyovers in four vintage WWIIfighter planes. On the first two

flyovers there were four planes information and on the last flyover;the planes went into the "missingman" formation. The missing manformation is an aerial salute pre-formed as part of a flyover to com-memorate the death of a fallensoldier. Connie Anderson, General Man-ager with Mt View Mortuary andCemetery said that about 1000people came to enjoy the Memo-

rial Service. Mt. View Mortuarycovered all the costs for the eventincluding the 1100 hamburgersand hot dogs, which were preparedby the staff for the attendees andthe flyover by "The CondorSquadron". Connie and Mt. ViewMortuary look forward to provingadditional community events inthe future. Special speakers included As-sembly Member Marc Steinorth,County Supervisor Josie Gonzalesand San Bernardino Mayor CareyDavis. Assembly MemberSteinorth awarded The AmericanLegion Post 14 a Certificate ofRecognition. Supervisor JosieGonzales addressed the crowd byrecognizing the homeless veteran'sissues. "We owe our men andwomen who come home a betterquality of life than what we havebeen able to provide up to now",said Gonzales.Several local dignitaries attendedthe ceremony, including: State As-semblymember Cheryl Brown,Council Member Rikke Van John-son, Council Member John Val-divia, Council Member BenitoBarrios, Council Member HenryNickel, Council Member JamesMulvihill and City Attorney GarySaenz.Among the thousands that at-tended were Bill Burgee and hisfriend Danny Flores. Burgeeserved with the US Army andturned around and served with the

National Guard for 6 more years.He was a business owner in SanBernardino. Danny Flores servedwith the US Army for two years in65-67. Also attending the memorialservices were Robert Avizo and histhirteen-year-old daughter Rachel,

who was waving an AmericanFlag. Rachel is a member of theUS Sea Cadets and was in herNavy blue cameo uniform. Rachelattends the Public Safety Academyin San Bernardino.

PHOTO/RICARDO TOMBOCLeft to right: Charles Caldera served 5 years with the US Army,John Gutierrez served 6 years with the US Marine Corps andLito Jimenez served with the 11th Airborne. All three men arefriends and residents of San Bernardino.

PHOTO/RICARDO TOMBOCMario Pinon and his son Carlos are creating memories and a tra-dition at the Memorial Service. Mario said he served with the172nd US Marine Corps and was discharged in 2001.

PHOTO/RICARDO TOMBOCThe Condor Squadron didthree flyovers in four vintageWWII fighter planes. On thefirst two flyovers there werefour planes in formation and onthe last flyover, the planeswent into the "missing man"formation. The missing manformation is an aerial salutepreformed as part of a flyoverto commemorate the death ofa fallen soldier.

PHOTO/RICARDO TOMBOCConnie Anderson General Manager (left) at the Mt View Mortuaryand Cemetery said about 1000 people came to enjoy the Memo-rial service. Mt. View Mortuary covered all the costs for the eventincluding the 1100 hamburgers and hot dogs prepared by thestaff for the attendees and the flyover by The Condor Squadron.

PHOTO/RICARDO TOMBOCAmong the attendees at the Memorial Service were (from left toright) Bill Burgee, State Assemblymember Cheryl Brown andDanny Flores. Burgee served with the US Army and turnedaround and served with the National Guard for 6 more years. Hewas a business owner in San Bernardino. Danny Flores servedwith the US Army for two years in 65-67.


Free meals, snacks available throughout summer

By Anthony Victoria,Staff Writer

It’s summertime in the InlandEmpire, which means schoolchildren have time off from

school for several weeks. Wherecan one find access to meals andsnacks needed in order to ensuretheir little ones are receiving thenecessary nutrition?Thanks to the Summer MealsProgram, individuals 18 years oldor younger can receive free mealsand healthy snacks at parks,schools, community centers, li-braries, and churches across SanBernardino County. On Friday June 12, the program’scoordinators---Helping Hands

Pantry, the San Bernardino CountyDepartment of Public Health Nu-trition, the San Bernardino CountySuperintendent of Schools, the Al-liance for Education, the ChildCare Resource Center, and the In-land Empire Job Corps--hosted akick-off event at the Norton Dis-tribution Center to increase aware-ness of the program. Theaforementioned organizations pro-vided free food, music, games, re-sources, and activities toapproximately 200 residents. Funded by the United States De-partment of Agriculture (USDA)and the California Department ofEducation (CDE), the SummerMeals Program helps families saveapproximately $300 on food. The

program does not require any in-come qualifications, enrollment, orpaperwork. Last year only five percent(10,000 of 194,000) of school chil-dren who received free or reducedlunch during the school year par-ticipated in the Summer MealsProgram. County Public HealthNutritionist Robin Ronkes said thecollaborative effort intends to in-crease the participation rate by in-creasing the number of sites,contacting other community or-ganizations, utilizing the 2-1-1database to provide residents in-formation on sites and humanservices, and providing more ac-tivities for both children and par-ents. This year there are more than150 summer meal sites.“Our county has one of the low-est participation rates,” Ronkessaid. “In working with severalpartners, we will provide enrich-ment to our community throughnutrition and key services.”San Bernardino City librarianLinda Adams Yeh believes the pro-gram will be essential to the wel-fare of the county’s residents. “I think it’s very important and isneeded because some of these kidsdon’t receive lunch during thesummer,” Yeh said. “There is adefinite connection between learn-ing and nutrition. I think it is goodthat they receive food for theirbodies and brains, while also read-ing books and listening to story-tellers at the library. If you havewell fed kids, they will feel betterabout themselves and their future.”Maria Gutierrez of SanBernardino, who took her two

daughters and son to the kick-offevent said she was unaware of theSummer Meals Program. She ex-pressed her gratitude to the event’sorganizers for extending their helpto the community.“These are important resourcesthat people in San Bernardinoshould know about,” she said. “Allthese organizations play an impor-tant part in informing residents oftheir services. A lot of us don’tknow how to seek help.”As a single mother Gutierrez ex-plained the Summer Meals Pro-gram will provide a “lending

hand” that helps alleviate utilityand everyday living expenses.“There’s a lot of women out therelike me who are struggling, whodo not have help,” Gutierrez said.“We need to pay other bills and ex-penses. This program will make iteasier to accommodate our lives.”To find the nearest summer mealsite, residents are encouraged tocall 2-1-1 (toll free); text FOOD to(909) 877-877 (Spanish: CO-MIDA); or visitwww.fns .usda.gov/summer-foodrocks.

PHOTO/ANTHONY VICTORIAFruits and Vegetables Join the Movement: Picture from left toright are Summer Meals Program kick-off event volunteers SeanPower, 19, Meagan Kawahara, 19, David de Silva, 16, Ian deSilva, 21, and Mikaela Kawahara, 22. PHOTO/ANTHONY VICTORIA

San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools programtechnicians Melinda Paxton (right) and Joe De Luna (left)speaking to residents about the calories in soft drinks during theSummer Meals Program kick-off event on June 12.

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