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Eastvale: Police Successfully Shut-down Another Pot House

Staff Reports

Eastvale- Eastvale Police and Riverside County Sheriffs have successfully shut down another marijuana grow house in Eastvale. The following is according to a Press Release from the Riverside County Sheriff’s Dept.:

Officers assigned to the City of Eastvale’s Special Enforcement Team obtained new information regarding a residence being used for an illegal marijuana grow operation. A follow-up investigation was initiated and a search warrant was obtained for the residence.

On Tuesday, January 14, 2014, at 6:25 p.m., the search warrant was served in the 6300 block of Iris Ct. in Eastvale by officers assigned to the city of Eastvale’s Special Enforcement Team. During the service of this search warrant, two subjects were detained inside the residence. Officers discovered the residence had been modified for the sole purpose of cultivating, processing and packaging marijuana for sales. Officers seized 398 marijuana plants, five (5) pounds of processed marijuana and packaging material. Additionally, electricity was being bypassed around the meter, causing a serious fire hazard and resulting in approximately $6000.00 a month in stolen electricity.

Both subjects were arrested and booked into jail at the Robert Presley Detention Center. They have been identified as:
• John Tran, a 27 year-old resident of Los Angeles, for conspiracy, cultivation and possession of marijuana for sales, and grand theft of utilities.
• Vinh Tran, a 26 year-old resident of San Gabriel, for conspiracy, cultivation and possession of marijuana for sales, and grand theft of utilities.

The Eastvale Police Department is committed to the safety of the citizens of Eastvale and will be vigilant in investigating all crimes of this nature. The investigation is ongoing and we are reaching out to the public and asking anyone with information about this incident to contact Officer Javier Morando at the Jurupa Valley Station at 951-955-2600.

Photo courtesy: Riverside County Sheriff’s Department.

Vinh Tran

Vinh Tran

John Tran

John Tran

Pomona: National Public Conference Against Human Trafficking

The National Women’s Coalition Against Violence & Exploitation (NWCAVE) will be hosting the Southwest Conference Against Trafficking (SWCAT) in Pomona this weekend. SWCAT 2014 will bring three conferences together for one powerful, educational and inspirational weekend January 17-19, 2014 at the Sheraton Fairplex Hotel & Conference Center in Pomona, CA.

Attendees and the public, whether attending the conference or not, are asked to bring new or gently used bras to help survivors of sex trafficking. Anyone wanting to donate bras are asked to come to the Sheraton Hotel & Conference Center in Pomona, CA Friday, January 17th between 7 a.m. -5 p.m. to drop off their contribution and/or to meet the woman behind this awesome organization, Kimba Langas.

The conference will offer breakout sessions, networking receptions, keynote speakers, resources, a film screening and author book signings. Speakers and experts are from San Diego, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Los Angeles, San Gabriel Valley and throughout the United States and Canada.

The Jane Velez-Mitchell Journalism Award will be presented on Saturday evening at the conference to Denver’s ABC 7 Investigative Reporter Keli Rabon for exposing the truth behind untested rape kits in Denver that resulted in a national change in legislation. “Fighting the ‘war on women’ must become a priority in our society…this can be accomplished only by making it a priority in our national dialogue and this conference opens up that conversation,” said Jane Velez-Mitchell, HLN.

About Free the Girls: Free The Girls is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides job opportunities for survivors of sex trafficking. They collect gently used bras and donate them to the women as starting inventory for their own business selling the bras. Free the Girls is a coalition partner of the National Women’s Coalition Against Violence & Exploitation. Learn more http://www.freethegirls.org.

To register or more information visit http://www.SWCAT.org

This information is courtesy of NWCAVE.

I-10/I-605 Freeway Connector Closures Scheduled

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will close portions of the San Gabriel River Freeway (I-605) and San Bernardino Freeway (I-10) as part of the Interchange Improvement Project. The following schedule will be in effect, weather permitting:

On Thursday, Jan. 16, the following will be closed:
• 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. – Two lanes of east and westbound I-10 from I-605 to Frazier Street
• 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. – Westbound I-10 Frazier Street, Baldwin Park Boulevard, Francisquito Avenue and Puente Avenue on-ramps
• 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. – Two lanes of north and southbound I-605 from I-10 to West Ramona Boulevard
• 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. – Valley Boulevard on-ramp to northbound I-605
• 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. – Southbound I-605 connectors to east and westbound I-10
• 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. – West Ramona Boulevard on-ramp to southbound I-605
• 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. – Northbound I-605 connector to westbound I-10
• 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. – Eastbound I-10 Garvey Avenue on-ramp
• 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. – Westbound I-10 connector to north- and southbound I-605
• 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. – Eastbound I-10 connectors to north- and southbound I-605
• 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. – Eastbound I-10 Frazier Street off-ramp
• 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. – Northbound I-605 connector to eastbound I-10
• 11 p.m. to 4 a.m. – All lanes of westbound I-10 from Puente Avenue to I-605
• 12 a.m. to 5 a.m. – All lanes of northbound I-605 from Valley Boulevard to I-10
• 12 a.m. to 4 a.m. – All lanes of southbound I-605 from West Ramona Boulevard to I-10
• 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. – All lanes of eastbound I-10 from I-605 to Baldwin Park Boulevard

On Friday, Jan. 17, the following will be closed:
• 7 p.m. to 11 a.m. – Two lanes of east and westbound I-10 from I-605 to Frazier Street
• 7 p.m. to 10 a.m. – Westbound I-10 Frazier Street, Baldwin Park Boulevard, Francisquito Avenue, and Puente Avenue on-ramps
• 8 p.m. to 10 a.m. – Two lanes of north- and southbound I-605 from West Ramona Boulevard to I-10
• 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. – Valley Boulevard on-ramp to northbound I-604
• 9 p.m. to 10 a.m. – Southbound I-605 connectors to east and westbound I-10
• 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. – East and westbound I-10 connector to northbound I-605
• 10 p.m. to 9 a.m. – Eastbound I-10 Garvey Ave on-ramp
• 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. – Northbound I-605 connector to westbound I-10
• 10 p.m. to 10 a.m. – Eastbound I-10 Frazier Street off-ramp
• 10 p.m. to 9 a.m. – East and westbound I-10 connectors to southbound I-605
• 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. –Southbound I-605 West Ramona Blvd on-ramp
• 12 a.m. to 6 a.m. – Northbound I-605 connector to eastbound I-10
• 12 a.m. to 5 a.m. – All lanes of southbound I-605 from West Ramona Boulevard to I-10
• 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. – All lanes of westbound I-10 from Puente Ave to I-605
• 1 a.m. to 6 a.m. – All lanes of northbound I-605 from Valley Boulevard to I-10
• 3 a.m. to 6 a.m. – All lanes of eastbound I-10 from I-605 to Baldwin Park Blvd

MCM Construction, Inc. is the contractor for this $66 million Design Build project, which will create a flyover bridge from the southbound San Gabriel River Freeway (I-605) to the eastbound San Bernardino Freeway (I-10). Detour signs will be posted to direct motorists.
Anticipated completion is fall, 2015. Caltrans reminds you to “Slow For the Cone Zone.”

Information courtesy of the City of Walnut.

Chino Hills: New City Manager Hired

BY GLENN FREEMAN – Chino Hills – Following an extensive, two-month process involving 82 applicants, the City of Chino Hills hired Konradt “Rad” Bartlam as the City’s new City Manager. The appointment came during a special City Council meeting held on Jan. 8, 2014.

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Konradt “Rad” Bartlam (City of Chino Hills)

Bartlam comes to Chino Hills from Lodi, California, where he served in the same capacity since 2010. Previously, Bartlam was the Lodi’s Community Development Director from March 1996 to April 2005, where he is credited with the successful renovation of Lodi’s downtown core, according to a Chino Hills press release. Just prior to becoming Lodi City Manager, Bartlam worked in the private sector as a land consultant.

“I look forward to assisting the City Council with good guidance in achieving their goals and carrying out the community’s desires for their city,” said Mr. Bartlam in the press release. “I lived in the community in the 1980’s and always enjoyed the environment and feel of the area. The changes of the last 20 years have really created a unique community with the benefits of open spaces and the amenities of city life – it is still a bit of a hidden jewel.”

According to the city, the contract provides for a three-year-term at an annual salary of $202,800, with a one-time moving and relocation payment of $10,000. Remaining terms of the contract mirror the previous City Manager’s contract, the press release stated.

The city-owned property adjacent to the Shoppes at Chino Hills is where Bartlam says he looks forward to bringing in a “quality project that will bring in revenue and enhance the city,” according to the city.

Bartlam’s local roots include earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Urban and Regional Planning, and a Minor in Public Administration, both from Cal-Poly Pomona. He also has worked in the cities of Baldwin Park, Glendora, Simi Valley, Brea, and Pomona.

Bartlam replaces Mike Fleager, who retired on Nov. 27, 2013 after serving five years as the Chino Hill’s third City Manager.

Industry: Sheriff’s Station Offers “Solutions”

Youth Participating in the Solutions Program

Youth in the Solutions Program implement a community-friendly way of tagging a previously vandalized wall facing an elementary school. (Photo Courtesy: Deputy Jim Bickel)

BY K.P. SANDER

Industry – There are many joys that come along with parenting. Seeing your children grow into productive adults is a source of pride and love. But let’s face it, the world we live in is full of dangers. You just have to watch the news to see violence, hatred, anger and negativity rampant nearly everywhere. As parents, how do you get your children through adolescence amid not just the societal challenges, but the peer pressure of fitting in without succumbing to alcohol, drugs, sex, bullying, gangs and perhaps even worse trouble? What if you lose the battle? What if you have run out of ideas to keep your children on the right path?

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD), Industry Station, offers a special program called “Solutions”; a diversion program in partnership with several Los Angeles County Universities and Colleges to help find solutions and strategies for families struggling with teen conflicts and destructive behaviors.The goal of this program is simple: Success. In their words, “The Solutions program aims to demonstrate to at-risk teens that poor life choices lead to a destructive lifestyle, and there are alternatives to joining gangs, committing crimes and using drugs and alcohol.”

In January of 2012, Deputy Jim Bickel and Sergeant Toni Calton created and launched an education-based program at their LASD Industry Station. After years of referring parents who were seeking help for their teenager’s destructive behavior elsewhere, they found a solution and offered a comprehensive program of parenting at-risk teens to the local community. For ten weeks, parents and their non-compliant teenagers attend simultaneous classes, free of charge.

For the parents, Sergeant Calton teaches, “Parent Project”, a certified, court-approved parenting class, and a component critical to the program’s success. For the teens, Deputy Bickel teaches them how to make better “Life Choices”. The program is assisted with student-mentors from Mt. San Antonio College, Cal Poly Pomona, the University of California at Irvine, Fullerton College, and Rio Hondo College. The college students receive undergraduate credits necessary for graduation, and are made Sheriff’s Department Volunteers (undergoing a full background check to complete the process). The Solutions program provides the internships that give these students real life experience, and they in turn provide the teens with the benefit of their education and knowledge as they work toward a career in related fields. Deputy Bickel says it’s a win/win situation.
When asked what led to the development of Solutions, Deputy Bickel says, “We were tired of turning away families looking for help with their out-of-control teen. Also, our field deputies needed a resource to help cut down on service calls related to domestic problems.” Bickel goes on to say that, “Confronting violence with violence doesn’t work. There are better ways of dealing with these situations, and Solutions works; that’s the main reason I do this.”

It does work. In fact Solutions is showing such success that Pomona courts are now sentencing offenders to the program. The courts have been impressed by what they have seen and some probationary stipulations are requiring enrollment in Solutions. In 2012, the Police Officers Association of Los Angeles County awarded Solutions with the Centurion Award for Excellence in Community Policing.
Since the inception of the Solutions program, five classes have been conducted benefiting 60 families and 50 at-risk teens. The youth who have participated in this program have remained in contact with both their mentors and the deputies. Four of the teens have joined the LASD family and become law enforcement Explorers. The parents have learned techniques to improve relationships with their children, and the fact that structure and rules, along with unconditional love, are essential for success.

If you have or know of a teen that could benefit from this program, you can get more information by contacting Deputy Jim Bickel at (626) 934-3315 or via email at jwbickel@lasd.org. Enrolling in a class could finally be the bridge that leads to an improved relationship with a child who is currently in line for a dismal future. Through Solutions, and fully participating in the behaviors associated with better life choices, a much brighter future is on the horizon.

Diamond Bar: Local Man Sentenced For Laundering Scheme

STAFF REPORTS

Diamond Bar – A Diamond Bar man was sentenced today to 24 months confinement for participating in an elaborate scheme known as a Black Market Peso Exchange, which is an underground money-transfer system that enables international drug trafficking organizations to launder narcotics proceeds.

Jia “Gary” Hui Zhou, 44, was ordered to serve 18 months in federal prison, followed by six months in a residential re-entry facility. He was also ordered to pay a $10,000 fine. In May 2013, Zhou’s wife, Dan “Daisy” Xin Li, 44, was ordered to serve a total of 14 months in custody and she is currently serving her sentence of six months home confinement.

The couple were owners of the Industry-based Woody Toys, Inc., a Los Angeles-area toy wholesale.
As part of their agreements with federal prosecutors, the couple forfeited to the federal government $2 million in proceeds that were derived from their money laundering scheme, according to a U.S. Attorney’s Office news release. Zhou and Li pleaded guilty in September 2012 to conspiring to structure currency transactions with a U.S. financial institution to avoid the filing of a Currency Transaction Report.

The scheme used “structured” cash deposits in the United States to launder illicit proceeds generated by drug trafficking organizations based in Mexico and Colombia, according to the report. Structured deposits are cash deposits of $10,000 or less that are designed to avoid laws requiring all cash transactions over $10,000 to be reported to federal authorities. From 2005 through 2011, approximately $3 million in structured, out-of-state cash was deposited into Woody Toys’ bank accounts, according to court documents. During that same time, Woody Toys took in approximately $3 million in cash without filing the required federal documents, according to the news release.

As part of the Black Market Peso Exchange scheme alleged in this case, foreign toy retailers with Colombian and Mexican pesos would contact currency brokers to buy discounted U.S. dollars, which they used to purchase merchandise from Woody Toys. The dollars being “sold” were allegedly proceeds from illegal drug sales that had been deposited in the toy company’s accounts or delivered to the business, the news release stated. The Colombian or Mexican pesos the currency broker received from the foreign toy retailer were remitted to the drug trafficking organizations. In a sentencing memo to the court, prosecutors described Woody Toys as “the last ‘spoke in the wheel,’ that cleaned illicit proceeds and enabled drug trafficking organizations to convert their dirty dollars into clean pesos.”

The case involving Woody Toys is the result of an investigation conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), IRS-Criminal Investigation, and the multi-agency Southern California Drug Task Force, which is spearheaded by the Drug Enforcement Administration.

Previously in this case, Woody Toys, Inc. was sentenced to five years of probation in November after pleading guilty to money laundering conspiracy charges involving drug proceeds. The sentence prohibited the company from receiving payments of more than $2,000 in cash and the business was not allowed to received cash from anyone who was not a customer. The company had to report the identity and contact information of all its customers, and had to comply with unannounced examinations of its books and records.

The probe targeting Woody Toys began in November 2010 after evidence was uncovered in a similar investigation targeting another Los Angeles-area toy wholesaler called Angel Toys, whose owners also went to prison. Several former employees of Angel Toys supposedly went to work for Woody Toys.
Investigators say schemes of this kind benefit criminal organizations by giving them a means to launder illicit proceeds using international trade. According to the U.S. Attorney’s office, the system also gives foreign retailers access to discounted U.S. currency, which enables the foreign retailers to avoid steep exchange rates and other fees. Finally, for the U.S.-based company, the scheme is a way to substantially increase sales volume and cash flow.

Walnut: Red Light Cameras Stay For Three Months

BY ARIEL CARMONA, JR.

Walnut – Faced with the impending expiration of a contract with a company that maintains and operates the red light camera at the intersection at Temple, Grand and Amar, and with a growing trend of other cities taking down their cameras, the City Council voted to extend the City’s contract for another three months to further study the implications of retaining or dismantling the camera.

“I know making a decision about whether to terminate or to continue should be based on safety, whether its cost effective and what is the best for the community,” said Mayor Antonio (Tony) Cartagena as the Council voted 4-0 (Mayor Pro Tem Nancy Tragarz abstained) to extend the contract with RedFlex, set to expire on Feb. 27, 2014.

According to a report made public by the city staff, the City’s photo enforcement program was approved in 2006 and extended for five years in February 2009. The contract does not have a rollover provision, which means if the contract expires, RedFlex would remove the equipment, and the program would terminate.
The annual cost to operate the program is $141,116, with $140,016 going to RedFlex and $1,100 provided for training a Law Enforcement Technician (LET). The LET position is charged to a grant and does not come from the City’s general fund sources, according to a report by Senior Management Analyst, Rosalea Layman.

“It is difficult to determine the exact amount of revenue generated by the program because the City receives a lump sum from the county that includes all traffic violations, fines and fees received,” wrote Layman in the report. She said the City estimates it receives approximately $130,000 with $63,700 of the revenue restricted for public safety purposes.

City staff warned that if the program is eliminated, the City would realize a loss of associated revenue, in addition to a potential increase cost for additional patrol deployment of more than $260,000 per year. Walnut issued 5,053 citations to alleged violators in 2013.

Captain Jeff Scroggin said that he was concerned if the cameras were removed, that there would be an increase of people pushing across that intersection to try to get into Mt. San Antonio College. “The ability to police that area with the normal deployment would be difficult because of all the other calls we are responding to and the patrols we’re doing.”

The council also heard testimonies from residents and the public, some who favored the red light program and others who expressed concerns over possible 6th Amendment violations to pedestrian safety and the safety of Mt. SAC students crossing to reach the bus stop on the south side of the intersection. Others suggested the City install a countdown on the intersection instead of hand symbol.

Council Member Bob Pacheco questioned the efficacy of the camera, quoting the report which showed that accidents increased from 12 to 19 at the intersection between 2005 and 2013, when they were last reported. “I don’t understand, if the traffic light is to prevent injuries, and the cameras are basically to try to deter that from happening, I don’t see a reason why there was an increase,” said Pacheco. “We are always very concerned with the status of the economy and the impact on our revenue, this is a source of revenue for the City, but it should not be just a means for deciding of what we do with it, whether we make or don’t make money is not a question in my mind, it’s a question of is it providing the benefit that we’re supposed to be getting,” he added.

Jay Beeber, Executive Director of Safer Streets L.A., addressed the Council and disputed the City staff’s assertion that the intersection was less safe because there is more traffic flow. That‘s actually contrary to what you would expect with increased traffic flow. “In the five years before the program was started, there was one red light running collision. Since implementation, there have been five, a 400 percent increase. There were 24 rear-end collisions prior, 43 in the five years after, an 80 percent increase”, said Beeber.

In other actions, the Council heard a presentation on fraud and cybercrime prevention from Lt. Mark Stevens from the L.A. County Sheriff’s Department, and also approved the adoption of 2014-2015 Community Development Block Grant Program funds for housing rehabilitation and senior citizen activities.
The next regular meeting of the City Council is scheduled on Wednesday, Jan. 22 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 21201 La Puente Road.

Eastvale: Heat Your Water With Less Energy

STAFF REPORTS

Do you want to replace your old water heater with something more efficient and eco-friendly? Well, Advanced Improvements’ tankless water heaters are reliable and energy saving which means a lower utility bill for you. With these water heaters, you’ll also never run out of hot water again!
To top it off, Advanced Improvements specializes in tankless water heaters, so a pro will be installing your heater. They are the largest, tankless water heater installation company in the nation. They have installed over 10,000 tankless water heaters over a period of 10 years!
Take advantage of their current tankless special, which is $500 off Rheem tankless water heaters. They are also offering up to $200 in gas rebates.
Contact Advanced Improvements at 888-698-8859 for a free quote or for more information. You can also visit their website at http://www.AdvancedIMP.com.
Make sure to check out their ad on page 12 regarding solar panels that produce 20% more power and are three times less expensive than leasing. If you book a solar panel now, you can also get a FREE Heating and Air Conditioning Unit as a bonus.

What “Feels Good” About Eastvale?

BY JENNIFER MADRIGAL

Eastvale – For the “web savy” individual, immediacy can sometimes seem like a bad thing. The majority of the news comes with a negative spin. So we’ve decided to reach out to our residents and find out more about the great things that happen within our city limits.
This community is amazing and full of great people who work diligently to keep this city one of the best and safest places to live. So, the responses we’ve received share some positive stories that we are sharing them with our readership. We hope that you will feel as inspired and uplifted by these stories as we have been.
From an Anonymous Resident: This year has been an exceptionally difficult year for me. My four children and I were forced out of our home by my husband of 18 years. I have struggled to find a job, a place to live and provide food and essentials with little or no income at all. Even my belongings have been denied and withheld from me. Though we have much to be thankful for, this Christmas was looking pretty meager. On Monday, December 23, a knock came to our door during dinner. Some volunteers were making Christmas deliveries with gifts for the kids from the Eastvale Fire Department. We were in shock. It was a blessing to my family and a beneficial lesson to teach my children about how lives can be changed through giving to our community. We truly have a great city!
Courtesy of Eastvale Lost and Found Pets Facebook Page: One resident was in a horrific crash on the 15 freeway and her Akita jumped out of the window of the car. The car was obliterated and it is a miracle that they both survived. Her dog’s picture was posted on several Facebook pages and the community really banded together to help reunite the owner with her fur-baby! Here is her post of thanks: I would just like to let everyone know that I have finally found my dog after my horrible accident on 12/26/13! Thanks to one man who was kind enough to stop for him on the freeway, pick him up and keep him safe until he was able to contact me. I would like to thank everyone who reposted my message about my lost dog because without the reposts this man would have never found me. Thank you to all who took the time to help me find my love, Kuma!
From Resident Mary Timassy-Nelson: Our neighbor decided to throw a “Christmas Bonfire”. She left flyers at homes of people she didn’t know, but live in our tract (Centex, near Moon Flower and Schleisman). She asked a few of us to bring a desert or an appetizer. She and her husband provided pizza, drinks, and a bonfire. I know a lot of my neighbors, but I met a few new ones who have moved in over the last few months…and I met someone for the first time that has been here as long as I have! It was so much fun watching kids play in the street at 10:00 at night. What is really great is that another neighbor has been setting up a Neighborhood Watch. We have a deputy coming in January for a meeting. Now, I was able to pass the word along to more people! Yea for Eastvale!
If you have any positive stories about Eastvale that you would like us to print and/or share, please email them to jenniferanapr@hotmail.com.

Dr. Jeffrey W Lowe Funeral Arrangements

Dr. JeffreyW. Lowe funeral arraignments:
WAKE: Wed. Jan. 15, at 7 pm
FUNERAL: Thurs. Jan. 16, 10 am
St. Paul’s Church 14085 Peyton Dr, Chino Hills, CA
BURIAL IMMEDIATELY AFTER: Forest Lawn-Covina, 21300 E Via Verde St, Covina, CA

Riverside: Governor To Meet With Local Leaders

By Staff Reports

With the release of a 2014-2015 budget proposal last week, Gov. Jerry Brown will be holding private meetings with local water, agriculture, law enforcement, education, and community leaders throughout California, including a visit in Riverside on Tuesday, Jan. 14.

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Gov. Jerry Brown (Google)

The proposed budget, which according to the Governor’s ca.gov website, “proposes to pay off more than $11 billion in debt and builds a lasting rainy day fund while continuing to invest in public schools and expand health care coverage for millions,” is likely the main topic of discussion.

The meetings are closed to the press and will be held in Fresno, Bakersfield, and Riverside.

The Riverside Meeting will be held at 3 p.m. at the Riverside County Office of Education, 4th floor Superintendent’s Conference Room, 3939 13th Street, Riverside.

At the conclusion of this meeting, Governor Brown will be available to the media for questions.

Eastvale Municipal Code: Did You Know?

Staff Reports

According to Municipal Code Section Sec. 120.05.080. – Neighborhood preservation standards states the following: (2)(a-c) No vehicle shall be parked upon a public street for more than 72 consecutive hours within a radius of 500 yards and shall be subject to citation and/or removal by the city as provided for in state law; No person shall construct, repair, grease, lubricate or dismantle any vehicle, or any part thereof, upon a public street, sidewalk or right-of-way, except for temporary emergency purposes; No vehicle, such as a car, truck or motorized bike, shall be parked in any landscaped area.

In addition, Section 120.05.080. (e) states that No commercial vehicles, or any part thereof, shall be parked upon a public street, sidewalk, right-of-way, private yard or private driveway, except when it is actively used for loading or unloading purposes. No overnight parking of commercial vehicles is permitted.

 

City Of Chino Hills Sets Dog Park Workshop

City of Chino Hills

Dog Park Workshop Set to Gather Community Input – January 15th

The Chino Hills Parks and Recreation Commission is seeking input from the community as they review opportunities to potentially create a dog park in the City.  A Dog Park Workshop has been scheduled on Wednesday, January 15th from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 14000 City Center Drive.  Staff will make a presentation and provide background and information on earlier efforts to develop a dog park.  Attendees will break into small groups to brainstorm and share their opinions on a variety of topics related to a dog park at an existing park site, including what features are necessary.  Persons who are unable to attend are invited to submit their input by sending an email to cfructuoso@chinohills.org or by phone at (909) 364-2711.

City of Chino Hills Announces Job Opening

Planning Manager $94,000 Year

As a key member of the Community Development team, the Planning Manager is responsible to oversee the Development Services Division.  Please read the recruitment brochure at the right for additional information.

TO APPLY:  A completed City employment application with an original signature must be submitted to the Human Resources Office.  Faxed and emailed applications will not be accepted.  Resumes are encouraged but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application.  Applications may be downloaded to the right or may be obtained at the City of Chino Hills, 14000 City Center Drive, Chino Hills, CA  91709.  Phone:  (909) 364-2630. http://www.chinohills.org/jobs.aspx?jobID=111

Qualifications

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is: five years of increasingly responsible experience in the planning field including two years of supervisory and administrative experience and the equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in urban planning or a related field.

Job Details

Category

Management

Status

Open

Salary

$94,265 – $114,580 annually

Published

January 10, 2014 10:00 AM

Closing

February 21, 2014 4:30 PM

Heroes At Home: Eastvale’s Fire Dept.

Eastvale Fire Engine

The Transformer-like engine undergoes daily maintenance. (Photo By Kimberley Sander)

By K.P. Sander

Eastvale – Firefighters are our heroes. They put themselves in harm’s way to protect the public as a way of life. You merely have to reflect back on the events of 9-11 to fully understand the courageous impact that those in public service can have in dire emergencies. Every life is precious no matter the circumstances, and seconds count when emergency services are needed.

The City of Eastvale is fortunate to have Cal Fire Station 27 within city limits to take care of the 55,000 residents in its 13 or so square miles. From municipal and wild land fire protection to medical emergencies, rescues and hazardous materials concerns, the station responds to approximately 1,400 incidents each year. Their competence in facilitating the safety of the public is done with pride, integrity and kindness.

The beautiful state-of-the-art Fire Station, which opened on Hamner Avenue on September 21, 2011, houses approximately 13 firefighter and/or paramedic personnel. With nearly 11,000 square feet of space that includes a luxury kitchen, cozy TV room with comfortable recliners, sleeping dormitory, fitness room – as well as a large apparatus bay and working areas – the building is an interesting dichotomy of home and the militaresque routines that direct their business days.

With one engine and one squad rolling from the Eastvale station, there are five personnel on duty at any given time, including one captain, one engineer, and three firefighter/paramedics, all teaming together to ensure a response time of ten minutes or less. Working 72 hour shifts, the firefighters of Eastvale keep a spotless home and equipment in pristine condition. From electronic tablets to help streamline on-scene reporting to a sophisticated exhaust system at the station to keep diesel fuel exposure to a minimum, Station 27 reveals amenities that take care of our firefighters as well.

Eastvale Firefighter Eric Stephens

Firefighter/Paramedic, Eric Stephens, of Cal Fire Station 27 (Photo by Kimberly Sanders)

Along with keeping the public safe, our local Fire Department also supports our community through Toys for Tots at Christmas time, as well as weekly station tours for organizations like the Boy Scouts of America, church groups, and visits for children with disabilities.

Definitely a step up from the temporary fire station previously located at Cedar Creek Park, Cal Fire Station 27 and the brave firefighters that take care of us are a source of pride for the community of Eastvale. Through efficient and effective emergency services, these men and women who serve us are definitely our Heroes At Home.

3.1 Earthquake Reported In Marina del Rey

A preliminary 3.1 magnitude earthquake was reported  today, Friday, at 11:48 am, near Marina del Rey. No injuries or damage reported so far. 

 

#earthquake #magnitude #Marina del Rey

AAA Offers Free Ride and Tow Within 7 Miles For New Years

AAA Offers Free Ride and Tow Within 7 Miles For New Years

“Tipsy Tow” is still being offered by the Auto Club for New Years Eve-ers who’ve had a few too many.
All you do is call (800) 400-4222 even if you ARE NOT A MEMBER!
Statistics show that traffic-related fatalities increase significantly around the holidays. That’s why AAA have sponsored the Tipsy Tow program, which offers free rides to drivers who have been drinking.

According to their website, the service is available to non-members as well as members and can transport you and your vehicle up to seven miles from the point of pickup. This service is limited to certain dates and times around a few holidays (July 4th and New Year’s Eve).

Remember to call, or get your friend who’s had a few too many by calling (800) 400-4AAA [4222].

#drunk #toomuch #alcohol #drunkdriving #freeride #freetow #savealife

Shooting A Gun Into The Air Is A Felony

Shooting A Gun Into The Air Is A Felony

As the New Year rings in, sometimes irresponsibility follows. Engaging in the discharging of weapons into the air to celebrate the arrival of the New Year is unsafe, unnecessary, and a felony.
California Penal Code Section 246.3 prohibits negligent discharging of firearms. Any person who violates Section 246.3 will have their firearm confiscated and will be arrested for a felony.
A bullet fired into the air can climb up to two miles. When it falls back to earth, it can reach a speed of 300 to 700 feet per second.
If you’re arrested for shooting a gun into the air, you will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
If a stray bullet from your gun should kill someone, you will be arrested and could face murder charges.
If you see someone fire a gun into the air, call 9-1-1
Questions: Riverside County Sheriff’s Department at (951) 776-1099. Hear a gun go off: Call 911.

#gun #air #bullets #illegal #discharge #weapons #new year #celebrations

Walnut: Local Woman Goes To Trial for Murder

STAFF REPORTS

Walnut – A woman accused of fatally stabbing her estranged husband is scheduled for trial in Pomona Superior Court, beginning January 28, 2014.

Socorro Mora, 45, of Walnut, has been charged with murdering George Mora, 47, in his home back in October of 2011. Deputies responding at that time to a domestic violence call on the 21600 block of Brookside Court in Walnut, found George inside the home, dead from multiple stabbings.

Socorro was found in front of the home, where George lived with the couple’s four children (who were not home at the time). She was apparently injured from stab wounds. It was not clear how she received the injuries, but she was treated at a local hospital before being charged and booked into the regional detention center in Lynwood. She has remained there on $5 million bail.

Socorro and George Mora had been married since 1993, but had separated in September 2011. Ironically, George reportedly obtained a restraining order against his estranged wife, just three weeks before he was killed.

There have been multiple postponements leading up to the scheduling of a trial date. Socorro is charged not only with murder, but felony complaints of increasing violence, animal cruelty (from stabbing and killing the family dog in a previous incident), and domestic violence. She has pleaded not guilty.