Don’t Go There Anti Drug & Alcohol for High School Teens

Join Eisenhower High School, The Every 15 Minutes Program, Rialto Police Department and Rialto Community Coalition is an educational forum for Teens, Parents & Educators on the dangers of Drug & Alcohol use during Prom and Graduation Season. Join us with speakers like Ray Lazano from Prevention Plus, agency resource vendors & hands on activities like the drunk goggles. This will be an event not to be missed.

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Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown to Host Open House for Constituents

SAN BERNARDINO – Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown (D-San Bernardino) invites the public to attend her District Office Open House on Friday, February 28 from 3:00pm to 6:00pm.

Constituents are encouraged to attend, meet Assemblymember Brown and her staff, ask questions and share concerns.

Assemblymember Brown represents the 47th Assembly District, which includes Colton, Fontana, Grand Terrace, Rialto, the southwest parts of San Bernardino, and the unincorporated communities of Bloomington and Muscoy.

The District Office is located at 290 North “D” Street, Ste. 903, San Bernardino, 92401. Light refreshments will be provided.

Please RSVP to Ashley.Jones@asm.ca.gov or call (909) 381-3238.

Website of Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown: http://www.asmdc.org/members/a47/. 

This Weeks Highlights

Rialto Unified board VP: Superintendent fate to be decided soon                                                                              

Rialto >> The top two administrators in the Rialto Unified School District being out on paid leave for the past five months have cost taxpayers the equivalent of three veteran teachers during that time. But the pair won’t be in limbo much longer, according to one board member.

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Rialto Police Department Urges City Council To Ban Mobile Marijuana Operations

On Tuesday Rialto Police Lt. James Kurkoske presented the Issue with Medical Marijuana Dispensaries moving to a Mobile operations to circumvent Rialto municipal code laws Banning dispensaries within the city limits

Lt. James Kurkoske remarked on the law that created a Compassionate Use Act (CUA) where people that were suffering from the effects of treatment from serious illness. Rialto has a ordnance that does not allow medical marijuana shops to hold store fronts within the city limits. So what drug dealers have done is offer a delivery service to their clients in the city of Rialto. Lt. James Kurkoske said at the council meeting last night that this practice is dangerous because the drivers are a target of armed robbery for cash and drugs. This danger has brought drivers to have armed guards or even arm themselves. One community watch resident said “last thing we need is a shoot out in the city”.

Lt. James Kurkoske said that the SCAT team preformed undercover buys from these shops and had the drug delivered to a apartment where a undercover police officer was there to complete the purchase. Lt. James Kurkoske said that the undercover operations team did not encounter any armed curriers but did encounter armed guards at a store front that was shut down near Cactus and Valley.

The council went with staff recommendation and amend the current Ordnance to also ban mobile operations of Medical Marijuana within the city limits. The vote was unanimous but there were comments after the public comment portion was over. Councilman Joe Baca Jr asked Lt. James Kurkoske how possible legalization efforts would affect the city’s ability to enforce the Ordnance. Lt. James Kurkoske did say that it would become more difficult. Joe Baca Jr also asked how the police would be able to identify if someone was under the influence while driving. Lt. James Kurkoske said states like Colorado and Washington were already developing methods and technology to deal with this issue with more accuracy. Joe Baca Jr said its inevitable that Marijuana will be regulated and more available to our communities and he didn’t seem to concerned over this issue. Councilman Ed Palmer was disturbed that someone could order Marijuana like a pizza. He made reference to a potential decline in our communities is this continued. Councilwoman Lynn Hirtz said that having a lax attitude in reference to any drug use in our communities was dangerous and she thanked the police for their work on this item.

Final $11 million settlement reached in water contamination suit

Wrapping up a decade of litigation involving multiple companies, of a former fireworks manufacturer agreed Friday to an $11 million settlement to help cover cleanup costs at a Rialto industrial site where toxic chemicals leached into the groundwater.

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RIALTO: Couple shows Champion dog at Westminster

Rialto dog handlers Ivonne and Gabriel Rangel are ready to take Sky, champion wire fox terrier, into the ring Tuesday for the terrier competition at the Westminster Kennel Club Annual Dog Show in New York.

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Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown Will Convene Covered California Town Halls

Cheryl Brown HEADER

SAN BERNARDINO – In partnership with Covered California, the County of San Bernardino, San Bernardino County Transitional Assistance Department and San Bernardino Valley College, Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown (D-San Bernardino) will convene two Covered California town halls on Thursday, February 20 and Friday, February 21 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Business Conference Center at Valley College.

Constituents will have an opportunity to sign up on site and review their healthcare options with enrollment counselors. Seminars will be held in both English and Spanish.

“Access to medical services, especially in my district, is extremely important. The uninsured rate in San Bernardino County is above a quarter of a million. My Covered California outreach event will give constituents an opportunity to meet with enrollment counselors, review their healthcare options and select a plan that best fits their family budget,” said Assemblymember Brown. “As we approach the March 31 enrollment deadline, I’m committed to doing everything that I can to reduce the number of uninsured individuals in our county.”

Those attending will need to provide a social security card, proof of income and identity. Valley College students are invited to attend on Thursday, February 20 and members of the general public are encouraged to attend on Friday, February 21. Parking is free on Friday. Valley College is located at 701 S. Mt. Vernon Ave. in San Bernardino.

RSVP by contacting Josue Castillo at (909) 381-3238 or by emailing josue.castillo@asm.ca.gov.  

Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown represents the 47th Assembly District, which includes Colton, Fontana, Grand Terrace, Rialto, the southwest parts of San Bernardino, and the unincorporated communities of Bloomington and Muscoy.

 

Website of Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown: http://www.asmdc.org/members/a47/.

Coffee Nutzz Once Again Gives Back

“Help us help others” Coffee Nutzz wants to help our local community this holiday season, contact us if you know someone that can use some extra help this Thanksgiving. #givingbackto thecommunity #rialto #coffeenutzz andy@coffeenutzz.com

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Legislative Training Workshop

Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown and Rialto Mayor Deborah Robertson to Co-Host a Legislative Training Workshop for Rialto Residents and Business Community

RIALTO – Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown, 47th Assembly District and Mayor Deborah Robertson, City of Rialto are teaming up to co-sponsor a Legislative Training Workshop for Rialto residents, civic and business leaders.

The goal of the workshop is to inform attendees on how laws, policies and regulations are made at the state and local levels of government.  Attendees will receive important legislative updates and learn how to contact their local representatives to support or oppose a piece of legislation. Attendees will also have an opportunity to participate in developing local legislation to be carried by Assemblymember Brown in the upcoming 2014 legislative session.

 

Assemblymember Brown will report legislative achievements from this year’s session, discuss potential legislative ideas for next year and share upcoming event information.  Mayor Robertson will report on local government reform initiatives and state legislation that has direct significance to the Rialto community.

The Legislative Training Workshop is scheduled for October 19, 2013 between 9:30 a.m. and noon at the Rialto Senior Center located at 1411 S. Riverside Ave. Rialto, CA, 92376.  For additional information, contact Daniel Enz at (909) 381-3238 or Otis L. Jackson, MPA at (909) 358-5319.

Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown represents the 47th Assembly District, which includes Colton, Fontana, Grand Terrace, Rialto, the southwest parts of San Bernardino, and the unincorporated communities of Bloomington and Muscoy.

 

Website of Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown: http://www.asmdc.org/members/a47/.

National Night Out in Rialto

National Night Out is a nation wide program co-sponsored by Target in where neighborhood watch groups come together one night a year with Target representatives, police, fire, school and city officials, to celebrate the concerted effort in fighting crime throughout the year.
Flyer from city website www.rialtoca.gov

Flyer from city website http://www.rialtoca.gov

This is National Night Outs 30th year in operation. National Night Out is the communities response to crime and crime prevention. Rialto is celebrating it’s 13th year is holding this event. It is Rialto Police Departments goal to make this a great event. This year Rialto has pulled out all the stops and created an event like no other. This years event will include:
Rides in police cars
Target Kidz Fun Zone
Home Depot Grow and Build Workshop
Seven Exciting food trucks
over 50 vendors
Video Game Truck
Jumpers
Police Vrs Fire Chili Cook Off
K9 & SWAT Demonstrations
Fly in of Rialto PD’s Helicopter
And More…………..

We will have the following food trucks:

Grilled Cheese Truck: http://www.thegrilledcheesetruck.com

MeSoHungry Truck: mesohungrytruck.com

Tornado Potato Truck: http://www.mytornadopotato.com

Rolling Sushi Van: rollingsushivan.com

Suite 106 Cupcakery: www.suite106cupcakery.com

Mustache Mikes Truck: mustachemikes.com

Sweet Shop: http://www.thesweetstops.com

National Night Out is a wonderful opportunity for our community to promote police-community partnerships, crime prevention, and neighborhood camaraderie. It represents the kind of spirit, energy, and determination that is helping make our neighborhoods safer places throughout the year. It is a night to celebrate safety and crime prevention success and to expand and strengthen our commitment throughout the year.
America’s Night Out Against Crime. Free Admission. This event takes place Tuesday, August 6 from 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm at the City Civic Center, Willow Ave. / Palm Ave., between 1st Street and Rialto Ave.
For more information, please contact Corporal Nelson at (909) 820-2515.
Find us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/nationalnightout2013rialto
Join our event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/367102560079899/

SOCALGAS WARNS CUSTOMERS, COMMUNITIES ABOUT UTILITY IMPOSTORS

SOCALGAS WARNS CUSTOMERS, COMMUNITIES ABOUT UTILITY IMPOSTORS

Tips Promote Customer Safety & Awareness on Identifying Utility Workers

 

LOS ANGELES, May 29, 2013 –Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas ) is alerting customers to be aware of people posing as gas company employees to gain entry to a customer’s home for the purpose of committing a crime. SoCalGas wants to assure customers that employees who perform in-home appliance services, work on gas meters, or service natural gas pipelines wear uniforms and carry official photo identification while on the job.

“SoCalGas encourages customers to verify the uniform and proper identification of utility workers before letting anyone into their home or property,” said Jimmie Cho, SoCalGas vice president of field services. “Customer safety is a top priority for SoCalGas and our employees will gladly wait while customers confirm their identity.”

The following tips can help customers avoid being a victim of utility impostors:

  • Customers are encouraged to be vigilant and question anyone who presents themselves as a representative of SoCalGas, especially if the visit is unscheduled.
  • Customers should ask for identification before allowing someone into the home. SoCalGas workers who perform in-home appliance services, work on gas meters or work on gas pipeline wear uniforms. However, some other employees do not.
  • The majority of authorized SoCalGas field service employees will be in uniform with a SoCalGas company logo, carry an official employee badge with a photo, and most of the time drive a company car bearing the SoCalGas logo.
  • Most SoCalGas employee visits are in response to a service request. If no one scheduled an appointment, call SoCalGas before allowing anyone into the home.
  • To verify the authenticity of anyone claiming to be a representative of SoCalGas, customers are encouraged to ask for proper identification or call SoCalGas at 1-800-427-2200 (or 1-800-342-4545 in Spanish) during normal business hours. SoCalGas customer service representatives are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Visitsocalgas.com/safety for more information on staying safe.

News media can get the latest news by following @SoCalGasNews on Twitter.

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About Southern California Gas Co.

Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) has been delivering clean, safe and reliable natural gas to its customers for 145 years.  It is the nation’s largest natural gas distribution utility, providing service to 20.9 million consumers connected through nearly 5.8 million meters in more than 500 communities.  The company’s service territory encompasses approximately 20,000 square miles throughout central and Southern California, from Visalia to the Mexican border.  SoCalGas is a regulated subsidiary ofSempra Energy (NYSE: SRE).

Kristine D. Scott

Public Affairs Manager

SoCalGas

155 S. G Street, San Bernardino, CA 92410

909.335.7941

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Seeds of Hope Sponsors Local Job Fair

Hello everyone with unemployment at still record high levels its nice to see local charitable organizations looking to bring the employers together with the unemployed.

Take advantage of these resources and tell Gloria from Seeds of Hope that we sent you.

 

Also check out this awesome organization that helps employ people for the Early Childhood field tell Kirsten their local recruiter we sent you over.

http://www.childcarecareers.net/ mailto:info@childcarecareers.net (877) 222-6070

http://www.childcarecareers.net/
mailto:info@childcarecareers.net
(877) 222-6070

 

Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown to Host Business Summit and Expo on May 17

Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown to Host Business Summit and Expo on May 17

SAN BERNARDINO – Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown (D-San Bernardino), chair of the Assembly Select Committee on Small Business Financing and Development Opportunities, will host a free Business Summit and Expo featuring expert research economist Dr. John Husing in partnership with the Inland Empire Economic Partnership (IEEP) and the Inland Empire Small Business Financial Development Corporation (IESBFDC) on Friday, May 17 at the Inland Regional Center in San Bernardino from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

 

The event will feature various panel discussions and offer networking opportunities for Inland Empire business owners. Keynote speaker Dr. Husing, an expert analyst in Southern California’s growing economy, will give an address on regional economic trends for San Bernardino County.

 

“During the event, we plan to launch a series of forums on issues that are of interest and concern to our local business owners, said Assemblymember Brown. “Dr. Husing and other special guest speakers will share their experience and knowledge on a variety of business related topics and we’ll also talk about available funding for small business owners.”

 

Managing your business credit, financial services solutions and creative marketing will be some of the topics under discussion at the event. Participating banks include Wells Fargo, Citizen’s Business Bank, Community Bank, and Union Bank of California. Among other guest speakers include Greg Devereaux, CEO, San Bernardino County, Vincent McCoy, executive director, California Small Business Development Center, Carla Ulloa, loan specialist, Community Development Corporation, and more.

 

“The goal of this event is to inform business owners, especially small business owners, of the opportunities that are available to them to assist in their growth. There are funding opportunities that small business owners should be aware of; I strongly encourage Inland Empire business owners to attend this event,” concluded Asssemblymember Brown.

 

This year’s event is proudly sponsored by the Inland Empire Women’s Business Center, the California Small Business Development Center and Minority Lead Coalition. Vendor opportunities are available. Please RSVP by Friday, May 10, space is limited. Contact Lisa Blacksher by email lisa.blacksher@asm.ca.gov or telephone (909) 381-3238 for more information.

 

Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown represents the 47th Assembly District, which includes Colton, Fontana, Grand Terrace, Rialto, the southwest parts of San Bernardino, and the unincorporated communities of Bloomington and Muscoy.

Website of Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown: http://www.asmdc.org/members/a47/.

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