Pomona: Giveaway Provides 1,800 Backpacks To Students

By Juliette Funes

Photo Courtesy: PUSD Pomona Unified children line up to receive age-appropriate school materials, during the District’s Family Support and Resource Center's annual Backpack and School Supply Giveaway event on Aug. 5.

Photo Courtesy: PUSD
Pomona Unified children line up to receive age-appropriate school materials, during the District’s Family Support and Resource Center’s annual Backpack and School Supply Giveaway event on Aug. 5.

Pomona – Hundreds of Pomona Unified children received complimentary backpacks and school supplies at District Family Support and Resource Center’s annual Backpack and School Supply Giveaway on Aug. 5, a week before the start of the school on Aug. 12.

Now celebrating its fourth year, the event provided Pomona Unified families with more than 1,800 free backpacks filled with age-appropriate school materials, including books, pencils, folders and binders.

“With the start of school just around the corner, it is great to see our kids enthusiastic about getting their new backpacks and school supplies and I want to thank the Family Support and Resource Center for bringing this program to them,” said Board President Andrew Wong. “Through this event, the District is helping to ensure our students are able to focus on learning and successfully tackling the new school year.”

The Family Support and Resource Center supports Pomona Unified students and families with a variety of services and referrals that address mental health, alcohol and substance abuse, health care and housing, as well as emergency basic support referrals and assistance for clothing, food, utilities, furniture/household items or school items.

Originally organized to assist the District’s homeless student population, the backpack giveaway event has become a vital resource for Pomona Unified families and students who need school supplies and books for the new school year.

The items were donated by several community groups, including Feed the Children, Christ’s Church of the Valley in San Dimas and School on Wheels, which provides tutoring, school supplies and other educational assistance to children in Southern California.

For more information about the Family Support and Resource Center, call (909) 397-4491, ext. 26501.

 

Irwindale Young Citizen Of The Year

The Irwindale Chamber of Commerce and the City of Irwindale are pleased to announce Klaudia Gallardo as the Irwindale Young Citizen of the Year for 2015.

Photo Courtesy: City of Irwindale Caleb and Christian Cardenas sitting with winner Klaudia Gallardo.

Photo Courtesy: City of Irwindale
Caleb and Christian Cardenas sitting with winner Klaudia Gallardo.

Staff Reports

Irwindale – The 2015 Young Citizen of the Year Competition was held at the Irwindale Senior Center on Wed., Aug. 5.  Irwindale Police Department Captain, Ty Henshaw, served as the event emcee to a packed room of local residents, family members of the contestants, and business representatives.

Three outstanding Irwindale youth competed by presenting an original essay answering a question about the three things they strive for in life, and responding to impromptu questions from the judges. Klaudia Gallardo, Caleb Cardenas and Christian Cardenas all impressed the judges with their poise, enthusiasm, thoughtfulness, and community involvement.

Marlene Carney, Irwindale Chamber CEO, said “We are so proud of these cool kids that are smart, gutsy, who care about the community and are willing to step out there and do what it takes to make a positive difference in their lives and the lives of others.   This continues to be one of my favorite chamber events and I applaud the participants.”

Irwindale Council members, Albert F. Ambriz, and  H. Manuel Ortiz, were in attendance, along with Irwindale Chamber of Commerce Board Chair, Dawn DeVroom (Arrow Automotive) and board members, Victor Benavides (City of Hope), and Phyllis Ferguson (California Custom Fruits and Flavors). The judges were Ferguson, Benavides, and Gabrielle Mejia of Foothill Transit.  Vocalist Loretta Corpis provided an uplifting musical interlude.

This event could not have been possible without the generous support of sponsors, committee members, judges, and attendees, and the Irwindale Chamber of Commerce and the City of Irwindale would like to thank the following individuals and companies:

Dinner Sponsors:  MillerCoors and Avolio’s Italian Restaurant

Speech Sponsors:  City of Hope, Foothill Transit, and United Rock Products.

Irwindale Young Citizen of the Year Committee: Eloise Beltran (Irwindale Senior Center); Marlene Carney (Irwindale Chamber of Commerce); April Kelcy (Earthquake Solutions); Veronica Orosco (Irwindale Chamber of Commerce); and Priscilla Zepeda (Irwindale Recreation Department). 

Irwindale Senior Center Staff, The Produce Place, Loretta Corpis, and Steve Castro of Eagle Photography.  Coach/Public Speaking Coach:  April Kelcy (Earthquake Solutions, Irwindale Toastmasters Club).

Thank you to the San Gabriel Valley Young Marines for their participation in honoring our nation.

Photo Courtesy: City of Irwindale

Photo Courtesy: City of Irwindale

Orange County: West Nile Virus Active

Photo Courtesy: nwmadil.com Mosquito breeding sources

Photo Courtesy: nwmadil.com
Mosquito breeding sources

Staff Reports

Orange County – The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District (OCMVCD) would like to make residents aware, in portions of Northeastern Orange County, that mosquito and dead bird samples have tested positive for West Nile virus.
In 2014, Orange County reported the highest number of human infections of West Nile virus in the nation with 280, including nine deaths. OCMVCD uses more than ten years of sampling data collected during routine monitoring and testing of mosquitoes, dead birds, and human infections to determine areas of greater risk throughout the county.
To date in 2015, OCMVCD confirmed West Nile virus-positive test results from the cities of Anaheim, Cypress, Fullerton, Huntington Beach, Orange, San Juan Capistrano, Santa Ana, Tustin, and Yorba Linda. So far this year, OCMVCD has reported a total of 81 positive mosquito samples and ten dead birds. There are no reported human cases at this time. A total list of all positives can be found at www.ocvcd.org.
Mosquitoes acquire the virus when they feed on infected birds, and subsequently pass the virus along when they bite humans. There is no cure for West Nile virus.
Partnership to Protect Your Community: All mosquitoes need standing water to complete their life cycle. Even though OCMVCD Inspectors are conducting investigations to find mosquito breeding in communities all over Orange County, standing water sources remain unidentified. These unidentified sources are maintaining mosquito populations and threaten your quality of life. OCMVCD is asking for your help to find and eliminate hidden sources.
How You Can Help: It takes just two minutes of your time to help prevent future outbreaks of West Nile virus. Simply inspect your property and dump or drain any water found, and take the necessary steps to prevent the source from refilling. In addition to common breeding sources, above and underground remnants of our agricultural past (standpipes, well heads, irrigation channels) may be present on your property and can breed mosquitoes. This easy practice is the most effective method of controlling mosquitoes. If you observe any standing water not on your property, alert OCMVCD. An inspector will be dispatched to catalogue and treat the source with mosquito control products.
Residents can also take an active role in reducing the threat of West Nile virus by taking the following steps:
· Eliminate any standing water around your home.
· Ensure that swimming pools, spas, and ponds are properly maintained.
· Change the water in pet dishes, birdbaths, and other small containers weekly.
· Request FREE mosquitofish for placement in ornamental ponds.
· Make sure all window and door screens on your house are in good repair.
· Wear a repellent containing DEET®, Picaridin, Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus, or IR 3535.
· Contact the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District to report dead birds or neglected pools by calling (714) 971-2421 or (949) 654-2421, or visit www.ocvcd.org

Summer Barbeques: A Cautionary Tale

Staff Reports

Chino Valley – On Wed., Aug. 5, Chino Valley Fire District firefighters responded to a barbeque fire on the 16000 block of Pipeline Avenue in Chino that resulted in minor injuries. Firefighters kept the fire from spreading to the patio and home by isolating it to the cooking station area. CVFD firefighter/paramedics treated a female patient for minor burn injuries.

Summer is a great time for get-togethers and barbeques, and the best way to ensure that your family and guests have a happy and memorable experience, is to exercise caution when using outdoor grills.

The Chino Valley Fire District offers the following guidelines and tips to help keep you safe.

Before Using Your Propane Grill:

  • Check all fuel connection points to confirm they are tight.
  • Check the fuel source hose for any leaks:
    • Apply a light soap and water solution to the hose using a brush or spray bottle.
    • Turn the fuel source on. If there is a leak, the gas will release bubbles around the hose. If there are no bubbles, your grill is safe to use.
    • If there are bubbles, turn off the tank and check connections, then have your grill serviced by a professional before using it again.
    • If the leak doesn’t stop, call the Fire Department immediately.

When Turning On The Grill:

  • Make sure the lid is open when lighting the grill. This will help prevent a possible gas explosion.

When The Grill Is On:

  • If you smell gas while you are cooking, turn off the gas and burners.
  • If the leak stops immediately, get the grill serviced by a professional before using it again.
  • If the smell continues, move away from the grill and call the Fire Department immediately. Do not move the grill.

For more information on fire and life safety, contact the Chino Valley Fire District at (909) 902-5260, or visit their website at www.chinovalleyfire.org.

Eastvale Opens New Trail

Photo By: Emily Aguilar Mayor Ike Bootsma stands center as Jon Harrison, Chairman of the Sana Ana River Trail & Partnership, gets ready to cut the ribbon officially opening a new portion of the trail.

Photo By: Emily Aguilar
Mayor Ike Bootsma stands center as Jon Harrison, Chairman of the Sana Ana River Trail & Partnership, gets ready to cut the ribbon officially opening a new portion of the trail.

By Emily Aguilar

Eastvale – On Wed., July 22, Jurupa Community Services District (JCSD) and the Santa Ana River Trail & Parkway Partnership opened a new portion of the trail with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

The new trail links yet another portion of the Santa Ana River Trail and Parkway, which is a 12-foot wide thoroughfare for walkers, runners, bikers and equestriennes to enjoy being at one with nature through Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties.  Many attending the event joked, “You can walk from the San Bernardino Mountains and end up at Huntington Beach.”

With more than 110 miles in total, this new leg of the Trail completes 1.73 miles of the 2.61 that Eastvale will eventually contribute to the overall project.  Eastvale’s portion will benefit surrounding communities and hopefully be an inspiration by linking neighborhoods and supporting a healthy lifestyle.

The next phase of the trail will open later this year.

Photo By: Emily Aguilar Eastvale Club Scouts, Pac 803; Mayor Bootsma, Jane Anderson, Larry Oblea, and Scout Leader James Brantley

Photo By: Emily Aguilar
Eastvale Club Scouts, Pac 803; Mayor Bootsma, Jane Anderson, Larry Oblea, and Scout Leader James Brantley

Pomona: PUSD Launches Immersion Program

English-Mandarin coming to Pantera Elementary

 

By Juliette Funes

Pomona – One class of Pantera Elementary kindergarteners will learn how to read, write and communicate effectively in both English and Mandarin through the introduction of the Pomona Unified School District’s latest dual-language immersion program.

Launched on Aug. 12, the first day of school for Pomona Unified students, the new program will provide Mandarin and English language instruction to 25 kindergarten students, ensuring they receive an exciting and challenging educational opportunity where they will gain the bilingual skills needed to succeed in a 21st century world.

The inaugural class at Pantera (located at 801 Pantera Drive in Diamond Bar) is already full, but Pomona Unified is accepting sign-ups for the 2016-17 academic year.

“Pomona Unified is incorporating this new English-Mandarin dual-immersion program to provide our students the tools they need to succeed in a globally competitive and multicultural market, all while improving their literacy skills and engaging in the District’s rigorous core curriculum,” Board of Education President Andrew Wong said.

The program follows a 50:50 model, where 50 percent of instruction will occur in the target language of Mandarin and 50 percent of instruction will be in English, including 30 minutes of daily English language development dedicated to English learners. The class is comprised of native English speakers and native Mandarin speakers, enabling both sets of students to interact and learn new vocabulary skills.

“This program presents our students with a unique opportunity to speak multiple languages both inside and beyond the walls of a traditional classroom,” said Pantera Elementary School Principal Todd Riffell. “Students’ education will be enhanced because of the cultural awareness, acceptance and rich language that is shared and exchanged between students enrolled in these classrooms.”

As students advance in the program, they will demonstrate proficiency in both languages, navigating complex material in English and Mandarin. Students enrolled in this program also have the chance to earn a State Seal of Biliteracy on their high school diplomas.

As part of the District’s 2015-18 Local Control and Accountability Plan, Pomona Unified is also expanding its English-Spanish language immersion program – which just completed its first year at Westmont Elementary – to Montvue Elementary School this fall.

“Pomona’s dual-language program embraces and acknowledges the rich cultural diversity of our community,” Superintendent Richard Martinez said. “By the time students reach the 6th Grade, they will have spent seven academic years immersed in bilingual, bicultural and biliterate studies, which will prove invaluable as they continue their education.”

For more information on the program, visit www.pusd.org/DLI.

Chino Hills: Station Implements Policy For Unsafe Driving

Focused enforcement coming to Carbon Canyon Road

Photo Courtesy: CarbonCanyonChronicle.com

Photo Courtesy: CarbonCanyonChronicle.com
Carbon Canyon Road is comprised of plenty of S-curve and hairpin turns, as well as high and low speed limits and a mostly two-lane highway running from Brea to Chino Hills.

Staff Reports

Chino Hills – As part of an ongoing effort to educate drivers and encourage safe driving practices on Carbon Canyon Road, the Chino Hills Police Department will be conducting focused enforcement for violations of the California Vehicle Code. Violations of speeding, unsafe passing on the left, crossing double-parallel yellow lines, and aggressive driving will be strictly enforced.

According to the Chino Hills Police Department, as this enforcement policy is implemented, they are asking drivers for their cooperation in operating their motor vehicles and motorcycles in a safe manner. The safe operation of a motor vehicle is the responsibility of every driver and they are seeking your help in reducing traffic collisions.

If you witness aggressive and reckless driving, please contact your local law enforcement immediately. For ongoing traffic problems, you can contact the Chino Hills Police Department directly at (909) 364-2000 or WeTip at (800) 78-CRIME.
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration defines aggressive driving as “the operation of a motor vehicle in a manner that endangers or is likely to endanger persons or property.”  Common characteristics of the aggressive driver include:
• They are high-risk drivers, more likely to drink and drive, speed, or drive unbelted.
• Their vehicle provides anonymity, allowing them to take out their frustrations on other drivers.
• Their frustration levels are high; concern for other motorists is low.
• They consider vehicles as objects and fail to consider the human element involved; therefore, they seldom consider the consequences of their actions.
• They run stop signs, disobey red lights, speed, tailgate, weave in and out of traffic, pass on the right, make unsafe lane changes, flash their lights, blow their horns, or make hand and facial gestures.

The Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System statistics show that unsafe speed, improper turning, and unsafe lane changes are the top causes of traffic collisions. From August 2014 through July 2015, Carbon Canyon Road has experienced 3 fatal collisions, 91 injury collisions, and 105 property damage collisions all within the city of Chino Hills.
Carbon Canyon Road, also known as State Route 142, traverses through the city of Chino Hills and the city of Brea. This asphalt roadway mainly consists of one lane in each direction that is divided by double-parallel yellow lines, and the speed limit for a majority of the road is 45 MPH.

Please allow yourself sufficient time to travel to your destination as this heavily traveled roadway experiences the greatest congestion during early morning and late afternoon hours. Please act responsibly when behind the wheel, and drive safe.

Inland Empire: Deadly Shooting In Apple Valley

Staff Reports

Apple Valley – On Thurs., Aug. 6, at approximately 9:25 p.m., Deputies from the Apple Valley Sheriff’s Station were called to the 21000 block of Nisqually Road in reference to a shooting.

According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department (SBSD), Deputies arrived on scene and found victims, Julian Kilgore, 23, and Richard Fenton, 21, both residents of Apple Valley, suffering from gunshot wounds. Kilgore was transported to St. Mary’s Medical Center, but despite life saving efforts, he was pronounced deceased that same night at 10:35 p.m.  Fenton was transported to an alternate hospital and is expected to survive.
Detectives from the SBSD Specialized Investigations Division-Homicide Detail were summoned to conduct the investigation

On Fri., Aug. 7, Arieon Shoulders, 23, of Victorville, was arrested and booked into the High Desert Detention Center for Murder.
The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Adam Salsberry or Sergeant Robert Warrick at (909) 387-3589. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to call the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463), or you may leave information on the We-Tip website at www.wetip.com.

Baldwin Park Unified Expands STEM

District partners with Cal Poly Pomona College of Engineering to strengthen career pathways

 

Staff Reports

Baldwin Park – Baldwin Park Unified is expanding its partnership with Project Lead The Way (PLTW) – the nation’s leading provider of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) curriculum – to deepen student opportunities for career and college pathways.

Baldwin Park High School – which launched Project Lead The Way’s freshman-year Introduction to Engineering Design class in 2014-15 – will add Principles of Engineering for sophomores this fall. The school plans to add a grade level each year.

Holland Middle School, meanwhile, is launching PLTW Gateway, which teaches students the principles of problem solving as they design playgrounds and furniture with specialized software.

Santa Fe School, a Grade 3 to 8 school, will provide Gateway for 8th Graders with an introduction to robotics for 5th Graders, and launch a PLTW club.

“These programs will strengthen our students’ knowledge, especially in engineering, as we begin to incorporate the Next Generation Science Standards, which emphasize more hands-on learning and more real-world application of science,” Superintendent Dr. Paul J. Sevillano said.

Baldwin Park has partnered with Cal Poly Pomona’s College of Engineering as part of the effort. Cal Poly is training and certifying teachers.  Students who complete the engineering pathway will move to the front of the registration line for Cal Poly’s engineering program.

District leaders say the new curriculum complements efforts by Baldwin Park High’s STEAM Academy, Holland Middle School’s exemplary science program and Santa Fe School’s focus on STEM, especially technology.

The STEAM Academy, which includes arts as well as STEM topics, is one of three career academies at Baldwin Park High School. The program provides interdisciplinary instruction around its STEAM theme. Signature projects include an egg drop, bridge-building and vehicle-building contests. Topics weave through math, history, English and social studies.

“Project Lead The Way adds a vital engineering component to our program,” Principal Anthony Ippolito said. “Together, these elements are really helping us to ensure students have the knowledge and skills to pursue college and career pathways.”

Baldwin Park’s efforts to strengthen college and career pathways helped earn the school a California Gold Ribbon – the state’s highest award – in 2015.

Ippolito said the programs offered at Holland and Santa Fe will work in conjunction with Baldwin Park’s engineering program and could even help prepare students for the high school’s Medical Academy, which has a sports medicine focus.

Holland Middle School, which earned a state Gold Ribbon this spring for its effective science instruction, will offer the Gateway program’s foundational class in engineering modeling and design as an 18-week program in fall and spring, allowing up to 50 students to take part. In 2016-17, Holland will add a foundational program in automation and robotics; specialized courses may follow the next year.

“We’re building a pipeline of opportunities for our students that will continue in high school and eventually lead to college,” Principal Michael Rust said. “We’re dedicated to giving these students every opportunity under the sun to succeed.”

At Santa Fe School – a smaller campus with about 400 students – programs will be offered to more than 30 8th Grade students as an elective and incorporated into science classes taken by all 5th Graders, Principal Margie Clark said. In addition, the school is looking to launch a PLTW club to help spark student interest.

“The goal is to get students excited about these opportunities,” Clark said. “I think they’ll be amazed at all the things they can create, especially with the robotics elements.”

BMX World Champion In Eastvale

Photo Courtesy: Tracy Weinkauf Beadle

Photo Courtesy: Tracy Weinkauf Beadle

By Sarah Sanchez

Eastvale – A world champion lives among us, and he is only 8-years old! Ty Beadle returned home after representing USA BMX and USA Cycling in the UCI BMX World Championship Race in Zolder, Belgium recently.

The competition places the contestants by birth year, so Ty competed against 9-year old boys, but he still won the title of World 1 during the competition. His family couldn’t be prouder of this remarkable accomplishment.

“Out of 122 riders from countries all over the world, he took home the gold – never losing a single race in his day,” says Ty’s mother, Tracy Weinkauf Beadle.

If fact, not only was Ty one of two people from the United States to bring home a gold medal, but he was the only male to come home with the win. Since the competition included contestants aged 5 to Professional, this was an amazing win for Ty and his family.

Ty has been doing BMX racing for three years and competed in the World championship last year in the Netherlands. He won World 3 last year, but was determined to compete again.

“He trained hard all year for this title,” says proud mom, Tracy. Training six

Photo Courtesy: Tracy Weinkauf Beadle

Photo Courtesy: Tracy Weinkauf Beadle

days a week paid off for Ty, who now represents the United States as a World Champion.

“Ty says he feels awesome and proud to represent his country this way! He plans to defend this title next year at the Worlds in Colombia,” says Tracy.  #teamusa

Straight Talk With Danice

Dear Danice,

I attended a lecture on women’s health last year, and heard you speak about some products you recommend for hot flashes, mood swings, and PMS.  I need it for hot flashes and my daughter needs it for PMS.  I’ve never heard of a Naturopath doctor before, but I enjoyed your lecture.  Thank you.

-Marlene

 

Dear Marlene,

My favorite product for mood swings and PMS is a product called FEMALE drops.  This product is offered by Dr. Richard Schulze.  He also offers FEM PLUS drops.  This formula has additional herbs to help you relax, so it’s best to take it only at night.  Dr Schulze’s web site is www.herbdoc.com.  His herbal formulas are outstanding.  I have used many of them myself over the years.  As for the hot flashes, the product I like best is called DIM. (Di-Indolylmethane) This is also a plant based product.  It is available from a company called Health Resources (www.healthresources.net) – wishing you relief.

-Danice Akiyoshi, N.D.

 

Danice Akiyoshi is a Naturopathic Doctor and the head of Candid Coaching Service. She offers personal coaching services relating to all types of issues and concerns. This is a letter she received from an anonymous reader. To send a question to Danice, email her atstraighttalk@candidcoachingservices.com. You can also visit her website at http://www.candidcoachingservices.com.

Pomona: Officer Involved Shooting

Staff Reports

Pomona – Sheriff’s Homicide detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding a Pomona Police Department Officer-Involved Shooting, which occurred near the 300 block of East Center Street in the city of Pomona on Fri., Aug. 7, at approximately 10:38 p.m.

According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Detectives have learned that Pomona Police Officers assigned to a joint gang suppression team accompanied by District Attorney Investigators were on patrol in the city of Pomona when they saw a Hispanic male suspect and another individual involved in a heated argument.

After the argument, the suspect rode away on his bicycle, and Pomona Police Officers attempted to detain him.  As one of the Officers exited his vehicle, he ordered the suspect to stop. Instead of stopping, the suspect rode away from the Officers westbound on Center Street.  The Officer ran after the suspect while a Pomona Officer and a District Attorney Investigator paralleled the suspect in their vehicle.

At one point during the chase, the suspect stopped his bicycle, made a U-turn, and began to ride toward the Officer who was chasing him.  The suspect then withdrew a .357 caliber revolver from his waistband and pointed it at the Officer who was chasing him on foot.  The Officer, in fear for his life, withdrew his duty weapon, fired, and struck the suspect multiple times in the upper torso.

The suspect, a 32-year old Pomona resident, was transported to a local hospital where he is listed in stable condition.

No officers were injured during the shooting.

A loaded .357 caliber revolver was recovered at the scene.

Smooth Aire Heating And Air Conditioning

Where quality beats price

 

By Claire Lewis

SGV – Smooth Aire strives for excellence. Since 2008, this heating, ventilation and air conditioning company has been dedicated to providing customers with the best in quality, service and pricing.

Smooth Aire has always tried to keep the current economy in mind, and they know that providing energy efficient solutions to your Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) needs will help keep your home and your family more comfortable.  And with 100% financing (OAC), it has never been easier to install a system to meet your current needs.

Smooth Aire is a Trane Comfort Specialist, and they install well-known and respected Trane products so you can be sure you are getting the best quality available.  They also provide services for Water Heaters, Insulation and Gas Leak repairs.

With summer temperatures soaring, now is the time to make that call to ensure that your air conditioning unit is performing at its peak, and that your system can easily make the transition into the upcoming seasonal changes.  Service calls are just $49, and Smooth Aire will work hard to ensure your trust and give you the best solutions possible.

Smooth Aire:  Where Quality Beats Price!  Call them today at (626) 523-2476 to get a free estimate on an HVAC installation or replacement unit.  They are open Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.  See their ad on page 8.

Advanced Improvements Provides Comfort For Your Home

Advanced Improvements can be reached at (888) 698-8859.

Advanced Improvements can be reached at (888) 698-8859.

Staff Reports

Eastvale – Advanced Improvements is an expert in heating and air conditioning, water heating, water filtration, and solar power.  For over 20 years, they have been providing eco-friendly, energy saving home and office comfort solutions for Riverside, Orange, San Bernardino, San Diego and Los Angeles counties.

Advanced Improvements’ mission is to build top quality home and office improvement projects on time, with exemplary customer service, and within your budget.  Right now, Advanced Improvements is offering specials and discounts on a variety of their products.

Solar:  Whether you’re looking to go completely off the power grid, or just reduce your carbon footprint, Advanced Improvements can help by providing you with solar solutions.  They offer both solar electric (photovoltaic) and solar thermal (solar water heating) technologies.  The average solar system pays for itself in as little as four years.  When you fit your home for solar, you can receive up to 30% in tax credits, and Advanced Improvements has 2.99% financing options available for solar upgrades (OAC).

Water Heating:  Advanced Improvements carries a full line of different models and types of water heaters.  They offer everything from traditional tanks and tankless, to the new hybrids and eco-friendly solar water heaters.  Advanced Improvements specializes in tankless water heaters, claiming the title of the largest tankless water heater installation company in the nation.  They have installed over 10,000 tankless water heaters over the last ten years.  Take advantage of their $500 discount coupon on a Rheem Tankless Water Heater, or $100 discount on a Rheem Tank Water Heater.

Water Filtration: Advanced Improvements offers water filtration systems that protect against hardness elements, iron, rust, sediment, and a variety of other substances that may be present in your water.  Their systems are high flow and low maintenance machines that are designed for optimum performance.  Ask about their $500 discount coupon for Anti-Scale and Carbon Water Filtration systems.

Heating and Air:  Advanced Improvements has trained professionals that provide expert analyses, top quality equipment, and skilled installation or repair of your heating and air conditioning equipment.  They can give your home a heating or cooling system that is not only reliable, but efficient.  They also offer heat pumps, gas furnaces, package units, air handlers, and cooling coils.  Their current heating special will allow you to get $1,500 off in factory rebates for qualifying systems.  Also, ask about their $75 special for a winter tune-up for your current system.

Go Green:  You can GO GREEN with Advanced Improvements, as they provide eco-friendly, energy saving, green products for your home and business.  They can help you go completely independent with solar power, replace your heating and cooling system with a new high-efficiency unit, or lower your energy usage by installing a tankless water heater.

Advanced Improvements stands behind their products and services and is committed to excellence.  They are also committed to the community.  Owners Jason and Athena Hayes have lived in Eastvale for over seven years, and as homeowners, they love to see Eastvale flourish. Advanced Improvements has been the platinum sponsor for the Eastvale Community Foundation’s Annual Golf Tournaments, and they will continue to invest in the City and support its growth.  Make sure to ask about their $500 discount coupon for Eastvale residents only.

Make your home or business comfortable today with Advanced Improvements (Contractor State License Board #947761).  Their office is located at 1200 North Barsten Way, in Anaheim, and they can be reached at (888) 698-8859.  Visit their website at www.AdvancedIMP.com, and see their ad on page 14.

Chino: Near Miss For Small Aircraft

Photo Courtesy: CVFD

Photo Courtesy: CVFD

Staff Reports

Chino – Chino Valley Fire Department (CVFD) Firefighters responded to the Chino Airport on Sat., Aug. 8 at 3:11 p.m. for a small single-engine aircraft that experienced problems with its landing gear while attempting to land.

According to the CVFD, the two-seater aircraft skidded off the runway and came to rest in the grass area adjacent to the runway.  The single male occupant of the aircraft did not sustain any injuries.

Chino Airport Ground is making contact with the FAA and NTSB.  They will be conducting the investigation.

Eastvale’s All-Stars

Photo Courtesy: Swoosh All-Stars Organization

Photo Courtesy: Swoosh All-Stars Organization

Staff Reports

Eastvale – On the weekend of July 18-19, nine student athletes from the City of Eastvale competed in their travel basketball club’s California State Games, held in San Diego. They represented Eastvale professionally, and were able to achieve the Bronze medal after competing for three days with over 20 different teams from across the nation.

 

The team members are as follows:

Keenan Cobbs, 10, Harada Elementary

Skye Jun, 10, Harada Elementary

Cole Lester, 10, Norco Elementary

Diego Mendoza, 10, Harada Elementary

Maximus Mendoza, 8, Harada Elementary

Kendall Roberts, 12, River Heights Intermediate

William Roberts, 9, Harada Elementary

Diego Saucedo, 10, Harada Elementary

Jason Van Horn, 10, Harada Elementary

 

For more information on these athletes and the travel basketball club, visit http://www.swooshallstars.com.

Starting This School Year Prepared

Licensed Marriage Family Therapist

Nancy Stoops M.A., M.F.T Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

By Nancy Stoops, M.A., M.F.T.

School starts very soon and you need to help your children prepare.  This is a good time to start having them go to bed a little earlier and to help them get organized.  Make sure to buy them a good notebook with subject dividers and folders in those subject dividers to organize their work.

Take some time to talk with your child about what worked in the last school year for them, and what they can improve upon this year.  Help them set some goals for this year to make them be better students.

Every year, many parents bring their children to me to help them be better in school.  I teach them time management skills and we work on not procrastinating.  You can help your child with this as well.  You can set up a reward system when you see them making positive changes.

Time management and organizational skills are essential in helping your child succeed in school, and in life in general.  Also, if your child is starting at a new school, take them to the campus beforehand to help them feel more comfortable.

Getting your child to eat a good breakfast and a healthy at lunch is crucial for getting them through the day with the necessary energy to do what they need to do successfully.  Besides enough sleep and good nutrition, I feel a multivitamin is very important as well.

Many of these ideas are taught at my Monday evening free counseling groups.  We meet at the Walnut Teen Center every Monday from 6 to 8 p.m.  No invitation is needed and everybody is welcome to attend. The address is 21003 La Puente Road in Walnut.  Feel free to contact me at (909) 229-0727 if you have any questions. Midnight the therapy dog is also there to help!

This article was written by Nancy Stoops M.A., M.F.T.  Nancy is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.  She has a private practice in Diamond Bar and is currently accepting new clients; she is also a motivational speaker who can inspire your employees or group members.  Nancy runs free family support groups, including a group on loss for seniors, and groups on how to manage anger. For more information about any of these services feel free to contact her at (909) 229-0727, or via email at nancyjstoops@verizon.net.  Nancy’s books, “Midnight the Therapy Dog,” and “Live, Heal and Grow,” are available at Amazon.com.

Ontario Airport To Return Home

Photo Courtesy: Ontario Airport

Photo Courtesy: Ontario Airport

By Claire Lewis

Ontario – Since 1923, when a small landing field was first built on land leased from the Union Pacific Railroad (three miles west of the current Airport), the City of Ontario has had a vested interest in the success and sustainability on the Ontario International Airport.

Wikipedia states that in 1929, the City of Ontario purchased 30 acres to create the Ontario Municipal Airport.  This sustained the City until 1941, when Ontario purchased another 470 acres around that airport, adding runways and a partnership with the Army Air Corps as a training/operating base.

Due to transpacific cargo flights originating in the City, in 1946, the Airport was renamed the Ontario International Airport.

On Oct. 18, 1967, the City of Ontario requested that the City of Los Angeles enter into a Joint-Powers Agreement for the operation, management, and control of Ontario International Airport (Los Angeles World Airports – LAWA).  In more recent years, that management has come into question and criticism.  In 2008, 6.2 million passengers used the airport, which was 13.5 percent less than in 2007.  Additionally, passenger volume decreased 4.6 percent from 2010 to 2011.  In early 2011, Southwest Airlines carried 54 percent of the entire Ontario passenger load.

In 2013, LAWA offered to turn the airport back to the City of Ontario for $474 million, but the offer was rejected.  And recently, once again, LAWA has agreed to turn over ownership of Ontario International Airport to the City in an agreement that includes the settling of previous lawsuits and protection of the facility’s 182 employees.

According to L.A. County Supervisor, Don Knabe, The City of Los Angeles has, in fact, agreed to transfer control of the airport back to the City of Ontario.

“For years, the idea of spreading air traffic across our region was talked about by Los Angeles World Airports.  Instead, we saw significant reductions in passenger traffic to Ontario International Airport that couldn’t be explained away by the economy,” said Knabe.

Knabe states that transferring local control back to the City and allowing it to manage and grow its airport is the best path toward creating a truly regionalized vision for transportation throughout Southern California.

The complete transfer process could take over a year to complete.  Once said and done, the Airport will reportedly be operated by the Ontario International Airport Authority, under a joint-powers agreement with San Bernardino County.

If You Can’t Take The Heat…

CVFD offers Tips for the Heat Wave

 

Image Courtesy: Google

Image Courtesy: Google

Staff Reports

Chino Valley – As the temperatures increase throughout the region – in some places in excess of 105 degrees – the Chino Valley Fire District urges residents to take precautions that will help prevent heat-related illnesses.

Stay Cool and Hydrated:

  • Spend the warmest part of the day in air-conditioned buildings.
  • Limit outdoor activity, especially midday when it is hottest, and avoid direct sunlight.
  • Drink more water than usual. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink water.
  • Drink from two to four cups of water every hour while working.
  • Dress in loose-fitting, lightweight, and light-colored clothes.
  • NEVER leave children or pets alone in closed vehicles – even for a minute!
  • Check on at-risk friends, family and neighbors at least twice a day.

Swimming Pool Safety:

  • Have an adult designated to supervise children whenever they are in or around water.
  • Remove children from water for any distractions such as a phone call or to use the restroom.

Barbeque Safety:

  • Visually inspect propane hoses for cracking, brittleness, holes and leaks. A soap and water solution may be used to test for leaks. Never use a flame to check for leaks.
  • Never use a grill indoors or closer than 10 feet from a building, eaves, branches or other combustibles.
  • Never leave a charcoal or propane grill unattended.

For additional safety tips, please visit the Fire District’s website at www.chinovalleyfire.org.

A New City Hall For Eastvale

By K.P. Sander

Eastvale – The corner of town at what used to be Schleisman Road and Hamner Avenue was once the home of Al’s Corner, a watering hole of Eastvale’s days gone by.  The little tavern is long gone, but the battle for the land it sat on was a bone of contention for the City, the County and the owner up until last year.

The vacant land – now at the redesigned corner of Riverboat Drive and Hamner Avenue – will be the home of Eastvale’s future City Hall.  After years of litigation, the County of Riverside seized the property through Eminent Domain, and deeded it over to the City of Eastvale last year.

For some time now, Eastvale has occupied space in the Gateway Shopping Center near the movie theater.  And while this location has served its purpose, the City has outgrown the offices, finding themselves in a more-than-cozy atmosphere, with some employees even sharing cubicles.

On July 15, the City of Eastvale held a meeting inviting members of the community to hear about the plans for the new City Hall, and contribute their ideas to the mix.

Situated on one of the main arteries into the City within close proximity to Cal Fire Station 27, the new City Hall will be a municipal beacon leading residents and visitors into Eastvale.  The hope for the design will be conservative and welcoming.  The 20,000 square foot, two-story building will include public access, Council Chambers and conference rooms on the ground floor, and City Staff offices upstairs.  Just outside will be an Emergency Operations Center, and approximately 80 parking spaces, all within ecologically-friendly landscaping.

An update on the final designs and construction of the City Hall project is set to be completed this December, with the expectation that the building will be completed by March 2017.