Keep Warm This Winter With BWR Heating and Cooling

By K.P. Sander

 

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BWR’s Brian Weaver. Contact BWR at (800) CALL-BWR for all your heating and cooling needs. (Photo Courtesy: BWR Heating and Cooling)

Inland Empire – Is your heater ready to keep you warm this winter?  With rainy days coming and going, and temperatures averaging in the 30s most nights, you want your family to be warm and cozy this season.  After sitting dormant all summer, you want your home and office heaters to run at peak performance.

According to Brian Weaver, owner of BWR Heating and Cooling, maintenance is the key to keeping your heaters and air conditioners in top form and ready to meet your needs.  You can actually save money in the long run by ensuring that your systems are proactively taken care of, and not waiting until they need to be repaired or even replaced.

“I am your local go-to guy for all your heating, cooling and whole house fan needs.  Whether you need repair, replacement, or maintenance, we’ll be there for you,” says Weaver.

Established in 1998, BWR offers start-to-finish solutions for every project.  Conveniently located in Norco and serving the Inland Empire, they also give back to the communities they serve.

BWR has sponsored local sports teams at both the recreational and high school levels.  The company has also given donations to Corona-Norco Unified School District (CNUSD) in order to purchase needed equipment for their schools.  BWR has also sponsored different events for the Norco Horse Week Rodeo, and has been a participant in local parades.  They recently donated a vehicle to the CNUSD Auto Shop program, so students can learn valuable hands-on repair and maintenance skills.

bwr guaranteeWhether your needs are residential or commercial, BWR provides installation, maintenance, upgrades and complete repair services on all makes and models.  And don’t forget about duct cleaning.  Dirty vents can cause dirt, pollen, dust – and even mildew – to circulate in your home and reduce efficiency; built up dryer vents can even become a fire hazard.  BWR can clean your ventilation system and keep your entire system in working order.

BWR is a registered HERO (Home Energy Renovation Opportunity) contractor, and they are dedicated to providing the very best in products and services to help homeowners become more energy efficient and lower utility costs.  And, they are the only HVAC company in Southern California to offer a 100% money-back satisfaction guarantee!

Take advantage of BWR’s New Year’s Specials, including installation of a complete new system for as low as $3,995; a $49 Service Call for repairs needed on heating units; and a furnace or water heater tune-up for just $79. 

BWR recommended furnace tune-ups for the safety of you and your family.  Furnaces generate carbon monoxide, and tune-ups ensure that your unit is not producing too much carbon monoxide, and that it is being safely vented outside your home without any dangerous leaks.  Tune-ups also help you to maximize the amount of heat and energy you receive in your home for every dollar of gas you purchase.  Tune-ups also help to maintain the reliability of your furnace.  Our technicians test and inspect everything in your system, helping to eliminate 50 to 75 percent of the possible breakdowns that could occur this winter.

With the temperatures dropping, get warmed up, not ripped off, and call BWR today – they will not be undersold.  You can reach them at 1-800-CALL-BWR, (951) 377-6333, or visit bwrheatingandcooling.com for more information.

 

Did You Know?

Martin Luther King, Jr. in 1964. (Photo Courtesy: Wikipedia)

Martin Luther King, Jr. in 1964. (Photo Courtesy: Wikipedia)

By K.P. Sander

 

Martin Luther King, Jr. had a dream.

 “I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: ‘We hold these truths to be self-evident – that all men are created equal…”

Departing from prepared text, King delivered his 17-minute – most famous – speech in front of the Lincoln Memorial on Aug. 28, 1963, during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.

According to Wikipedia, Martin Luther King, Jr. was an American pastor, activist, humanitarian, and leader in the African-American Civil Rights Movement.  He was born Michael King on Jan. 15, 1929, in Atlanta, Georgia.  His father changed his name to honor the German reformer Martin Luther.

King attended Morehouse College, Crozer Theological Seminary, and then Boston University, obtaining a Ph.D. in 1955.  Dr. King became a Baptist minister and civil rights activist early in his career.  He helped found the Southern Christian Leadership Conference in 1957, and served as its first president.

King spent his adult lifetime struggling against segregation, poverty and racial inequality – always striving to keep his Christian beliefs in the forefront – and helped organize peaceful, but profound, marches in Washington and Alabama.

King had the opportunity to visit Gandhi in India and study his stance on peace.  He mentioned his example in his address when receiving the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964, hailing the “successful precedent” of using non-violence “in a magnificent way by Mohandas K. Gandhi to challenge the might of the British Empire… He struggled only with the weapons of truth, soul force, non-injury and courage.”

As the victim of violence, it makes his assassination all the more poignant that his promotion of non-violence as the best way to challenge might did not carry him past 39 years.

In late March 1968, King went to Memphis, Tennessee in support of the black sanitary public works employees who had been on strike for weeks looking for better treatment and wages.  His flight out of Memphis was delayed because of a bomb threat, and in response he had some prophetic words to say as he addressed a rally at the Mason Temple and delivered his “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop” speech.

“…Longevity has its place. But I’m not concerned about that now. I just want to do God’s will. And He’s allowed me to go up to the mountain. And I’ve looked over. And I’ve seen the Promised Land. I may not get there with you. But I want you to know tonight, that we, as a people, will get to the Promised Land. So I’m happy, tonight. I’m not worried about anything. I’m not fearing any man. Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord.”    

He was booked into the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, room 306.  On April 4, 1968, at 6:01 p.m., Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was standing on the motel’s second-floor balcony when he was shot.  The bullet entered his cheek, smashed his jaw, and went through his spinal cord before resting in his shoulder.  He was rushed to St. Joseph’s Hospital, and after emergency chest surgery he was pronounced dead just an hour after the shooting, at 7:05 p.m.

On Nov. 2, 1983, from the White House Rose Garden, President Ronald Reagan signed a bill creating a federal holiday to honor King.  It was first observed on Jan. 20, 1986, and on Jan. 17, 2000, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day was officially observed in all 50 states.

King was known as one of the greatest orators in American history.

Let It Go

By Pastor Mark Lee

 

pastor-mark-leeUnless you have been living under a rock for the past 12 months, chances are you are aware of the pop culture phenomenon known as Frozen. Disney’s 53rd animated feature has broken box office records, raked in more than $1 billion, and captured the hearts of nearly every little girl in the country. Much of the movie’s appeal can be credited to its catchy soundtrack. And, one particular song has emerged as a fan favorite: “Let It Go.”

As we settle into the New Year, this catchy number offers some good advice. Many of us are carrying the baggage of 2014 with us into 2015. Whether we have a long list of regrets or a catalog of mistakes, the disappointments of the past can prevent us from embracing the future. In fact, even our successes and accomplishments have the ability to hold us back.

In order to move forward, we have to stop focusing on what has happened and instead focus on what happens next. After all, it is impossible to successfully drive down the freeway if we are constantly looking in the rearview mirror. Obsessing about the past is a fruitless endeavor because we can’t control or change what has already happened. It is simply a waste of time.

Isaiah 43:18-19 tells us to “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing!” The amazing truth about God is that he is far more interested in our future than he is in our past.

So, in the words of the popular Disney song, we need to “let it go” and take advantage of the many opportunities for growth, change, and progress that the New Year brings!

 

VantagePoint Church meets at Roosevelt High School on Sundays at 8:30, 10, and 11:30 a.m.

 

A Day At The Zoo

By Pastor Mark Hopper

 

During our recent Christmas travel, we enjoyed spending a day at the city zoo with our grandkids.

 

This was quite an adventure, and the grandkids loved it.

 

We saw tall giraffes, powerful lions and lots of monkeys.  We saw two huge Rhinos and several formidable Hippos.  They were amazing.

 

There was an entertaining bird show with hawks, parrots and an ostrich.  The hawks dove right toward the audience and flew right over our heads.  We ducked for cover!

 

There was also a sea lion and dolphin show.  These beautiful animals performed some remarkable feats that the audience loved.  Four young children from the audience even had the opportunity to meet and touch the sea lions and dolphins.

 

An aerial tram provided a bird’s eye view of the entire zoo.  It was helpful to see the animal living areas from a different perspective.

 

As we left the zoo, my wife commented on how amazing it is to see the beauty and diversity of God’s creation.  The colors of the birds, the size of the animals and the gracefulness of the sea lions and dolphins were remarkable.

 

In the Old Testament, there is a book called Job.  In Chapters 38 and 39, God asks Job to consider all of the things that He has created.  God uses this as an object lesson to help Job understand that He is far greater and more powerful than we will ever comprehend.

 

God refers to lions and mountain goats, hawks and ostriches, horses and oxen.  All of these are examples of God’s majesty and creativity.

 

The next time you go to the zoo, I hope you will be reminded of the wonderful world that God created for all of us to enjoy!

 

Pastor Mark Hopper is from the Evangelical Free Church of Diamond Bar, 3255 South Diamond Bar Ave. Sunday services are 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. For more information, call (909) 594-7604 or visit http://www.efreedb.org.

San Gabriel Valley: Community Events

Staff Reports

 

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Citizens’ Police Academy

When:  Wednesdays, 6:30 to 9 p.m., Feb. 4 to March 25

Where:  Pomona Police Department, 490 W. Mission Blvd; Pomona City Hall, 505 S. Garey Avenue.

Details:  The Pomona Police Department is offering an eight week program that provides citizens with the opportunity to learn about the inner workings of the Police Department.  Space is limited to 40 approved applicants.  Beginning Jan. 5, applications can be obtained at the front desk of the Pomona Police Department or at the Crime Prevention Office at City Hall.

Contact:  Crime Prevention, (909) 620-2318.

REGULAR EVENTS:

Alcohol and Addiction Intervention Information

When: Third Tuesday, monthly; 6 p.m.

Where:  Aurora Charter Oak Hospital, 1161 E. Covina Blvd., Covina

Details:  Free information sessions about the intervention process, a powerful tool to combat alcoholism and addiction.  Attendees can expect to learn what the intervention process consists of, when an intervention is appropriate, and what local resources are available.  Space is limited and reservations are recommended.

Contact:  Call (626) 859-5269, or visit http://www.charteroakhospital.com.

Free Acupuncture for Veterans, Active Military, First Responders

When: Every Tuesday at 5 p.m.

Where: 12598 Central Avenue, Unit 113, Chino, CA 91710.

Cost: Free

Contact: (909) 590-4183 or http://www.healingcirclecommunityacupuncture.com

Jack Newe’s Farmers Market sponsored by SGV Regional Chamber of Commerce

When: Every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Mt. San Antonio College Campus, Parking Lot B, 1100 N. Grand Avenue, Walnut CA 91789

Cost: Free Admission/Parking

Features: Seasonal organic produce, breads and cakes, olive oils, cheese and spreads, a variety of nursery plants, hand-crafted items and jewelry, fresh-popped Kettle Corn and grilled food plates.

Contact: (909) 869-0701

 

Did You Know?

By K.P. Sander

 

January 17 will mark the birth date of a man who some say was “the very first American.”  Benjamin Franklin was born in Boston, Massachusetts in 1706.  He was one of ten children born to Josiah Franklin – an English-born businessman – and his second wife, Abiah Folger.

According to Wikipedia, Franklin was a “leading author, printer, political theorist, politician, postmaster, scientist, inventor, civic activist, statesman and diplomat.”  He was quite the Renaissance man, and certainly one of the most influential and gifted men of his time.

While this Champion of American Independence’s accomplishments are too numerous to list, Franklin is most widely known as being one of five men to draft the Constitution of the United States.  He is famously quoted as saying to John Hancock at the signing of the document, “Yes, we must, indeed, all hang together, or most assuredly we shall all hang separately.”

Most of us can remember our elementary schooling lessons about Franklin with a key on a kite string in a lightning storm, but in fact, he conducted many electrical experiments.  He was the first to label electricity under different pressures as positive and negative. He also used a kite to collect some electric charge from a storm cloud, which led to the understanding that lightning was electrical. His experiments led to the invention of the lightning rod, helping to prevent buildings from lightning strikes.  In 1753, Franklin received the Royal Society’s (a scientific advisor to the British government) Copley Medal in recognition of his work with electricity.  He was later elected as a Fellow of the Society – one of very few invited.

In his lifetime, Franklin held many positions, including:  6th President of Pennsylvania; United States Minister to France; United States Minister to Sweden; 1st United States Postmaster General; Speaker of the Pennsylvania Assembly; and Member of the Pennsylvania Assembly.

Franklin died at the age of 84 on April 17, 1790 at his home in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  It is said that approximately 20,000 people attended his funeral.  Franklin left behind two children, William Franklin, and Sarah Franklin Bache (his first son with common-law wife Deborah Reed – Francis Folger Franklin – died in 1734 of smallpox at the age of 4).  Deborah Reed Franklin died of a stroke in 1774 while Franklin was away in England.

Interestingly enough, Franklin – always clever – bequeathed £1,000 (around $4,400 at the time) to his beloved cities, Boston and Philadelphia.  The money was to be held in trust gathering interest for 200 years.  By 1990, Philadelphia had accumulated more than $2 million – some was used between 1940 and 1990 for mortgage loans – which was ultimately spent on scholarships for local high school students.  The Boston trust fund had amassed almost $5 million, which funded the Franklin Institute of Boston (a trade school).

Happy Birthday, Benjamin Franklin.  Thank you for a lifetime of contributions for our betterment.

 

One Year Of Love

By Michael Armijo

 

There’s a song by Queen called, “One Year of Love,” that brings me peace. The lyrics say, “Just one year of love is better than a lifetime alone.”

I’ve chosen to apply this song and this philosophy to my life and to the passing of my friends.  At times, I have chosen to sulk and miss those who were close to me, but are now gone.  Now, I reflect on how lucky I am to have had many years of love, instead of “a lifetime alone.” I am very fortunate to have such beautiful memories when others have none.

Today marks the anniversary of the death of one of my closest and most loving friends. I can cry about missing our past, or I can remember how fortunate I am to have had so many years of love and friendship. I choose the latter.

It’s during these trying times that our abilities and our philosophies are tested. I believe that how we spend these times of pain and reflection is a testament to how appreciative we are for that love and friendship. I also believe if we do sulk and wallow in pain, then we are, in a way, insulting that friendship. We are ignoring that love. The people that we love throughout our lives are placed there for a reason. We are fortunate to have such experiences and wonderful memories.

So today, I will not insult the love I received from these individuals. Today, I will appreciate that I was fortunate enough to have such valuable and priceless relationships given to me. It’s just like giving a gift to someone.  When you receive a gift, like a jacket or a warm scarf, you wear it and it comforts you when you’re cold and alone. You have that feeling of warmth and memory of their thoughtfulness with you. When that person is no longer in your life, do you throw out that jacket or scarf? Or do you keep wearing it and using it for as long as you can?

My friendships and loving memories should be the same.  I will not discard them and throw them out by being hurt and feeling sad. I will not sulk and wallow in selfishness. I will not abandon those wonderful and priceless times that enhanced my life and contributed to the success that I worked so hard to achieve and deserve. I will remember those precious gifts that were given to me and I will continue to wear them to warm my heart and comfort me during cold and lonely times.

So, today I smile. Today I enjoy. Today I remember and cherish those wonderful gifts of friendship that were given to me. And I will be thankful that I will, once again, have “one more year of love.”

A Brand New Start

By Nancy Stoops

Licensed Marriage Family Therapist

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

A brand new year is here.  It offers a fresh start and a new chance for all.  Happy New Year to everybody!  I hope you had a peaceful and joyful holiday season.  I bet you’re thinking about what you would like to accomplish this New Year.

Let me start by saying, don’t look backward or forward, just look at today.  What would you like to do with today?  What are some behaviors you would like to change?  What do you want from today?  If you can answer these questions and do what you need to, you are on your way.

All we have is today so behave in a new way that moves you closer to your goals.  If you continue with that new behavior for the days in your future, you will eventually meet those goals.

Start this year being filled with hope and a new found belief in yourself.  Please don’t pay attention to past failures.  Instead focus on the here and now, because it truly offers a new chance.  Isn’t the thought of a chance for a brand new start exciting?  All you need is to believe, and I think anything is possible.

So learn to believe in yourself and in brand new starts.  Just for a moment close your eyes and see yourself meeting your goals and how very great you feel.

Brand new starts require brand new, positive attitudes.  So leave that negative attitude with your past and for today and all the new days to follow, believe you can fly and that there are no limits.  Make this year about making your dreams come true.  Take this New Year and become who you are truly intended to be.

I wish you peace, joy and luck in learning to embrace your very wonderful life!

 

Pomona Unified School District Celebrates New Dental Health Center

By Juliette Funes

Pomona – The Palomares Academy of Health Sciences held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Jan. 9 to celebrate the opening of a new school-based oral health center run in partnership with the Western University of Health Sciences (WesternU) College of Dental Medicine.  This is the fourth school-based comprehensive dental clinic in PUSD.

PUSD has worked in partnership with local universities, including WesternU, to offer students unique educational experiences and services. Since fall 2013, WesternU, in partnership with PUSD, began providing free and low-cost oral health services – including free dental exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments and sealants – to uninsured and underserved children ages 17 and younger. While meeting the needs of these children, the program also serves as a teaching laboratory for third- and fourth-year dental students, who perform all procedures under the supervision of licensed dentists.

Palomares is the opening of the fourth dental clinic at PUSD, with others located at the Mendoza Center, The Village @ Indian Hill and Alcott Elementary School.

Eastvale’s Search For A City Manager

By Jennifer Jester-Madrigal

Eastvale – The City of Eastvale is looking to find a City Manager. According to the City’s website, “The new City Manager will be a dedicated public servant who supports and implements the policies of the City Council, understands and supports Eastvale’s community values and will maintain the City’s high quality of life while proactively and effectively spearheading economic development.”
Candidates were encouraged to apply for the position by Jan. 6 and need to have either City Manager/Senior Level experience with either a contract or full service city, and a stable four-year employment history. A Bachelor’s Degree is required; a Master’s Degree is preferred. The salary will be based on qualifications and ultimately decided by the Eastvale City Council.

The permanent position of City Manager has been vacant since Carol Jacob resigned last year. Previous City Manager, Robert Van Nort, has been filling the position since September 2014. Assistant City Manager, Michele Nissen, also stepped into fill the position while Van Nort was on medical leave for a short time.

In an effort to learn more about what the residents of Eastvale desire in a City Manager, the Eastvale News conducted a brief survey on Facebook to find out more.

One of the questions asked was, “What characteristics should a City Manager have?” The most popular answer was that they should be a resident of the City, with a high degree in education (or be in the process of achieving one).

Another question asked, was “How much money do you think the City Manager should make?” Previous City Manager Jacobs made about $206,000 annually, whereas the average City Manager makes about $219,000, but there are variables to consider. The most common response was $150,000, and many felt that with the size of Eastvale, a larger salary was not necessary. Others felt that our city can’t afford to pay more than that and still maintain the quality and the services that are needed in the City.

Sometimes, averages in salaries aren’t necessarily comparing apples to apples. Eastvale utilizes an outside water district and parks/recreation department; two significant areas of accountability that many other City Managers oversee. Without those key responsibilities, perhaps Eastvale citizens are correct in their opinions on a lesser salary.

In two other cities that were recently incorporated, just like Eastvale, the City Manager salaries seem to be more in line with popular opinion. In nearby Jurupa Valley, Interim City Manager, Gary Thompson, makes about $150,000. In the City of Menifee, City Manager, Robert Johnson, makes $175,000 annually.

One issue that seemed to be at the forefront of what residents thought the new City Manager should focus on, is Traffic. Eastvale seems to be plagued with traffic issues mainly centering on speeding and pedestrian safety. Although the City and Law Enforcement have made big strides in working to ease the problems, many residents still feel that this is a major issue. Many citizens feel that “too many big rigs use our streets as their personal thoroughfares,” and that “we need an ordinance limiting the weight of vehicles within City limits”.

Others feel that Finances are a major issue and that the City Manager needs to “make this City financially stable and keep our costs down so we can hire our own police department”.
For others, the focus should be on crime. According to one citizen, “If we focus on crime, it will cover a lot of the other problems as well”.

The difference with a city like Eastvale versus many others is that Eastvale citizens are involved and vocal. Most citizens just seem to want a safe and sound city where they can raise their children and send them to our wonderful schools.

Thank you to all those who responded to the Facebook poll, and best wishes to Eastvale’s future “Chief Executive Officer,” whoever you are!

To view the details of the job description and brochure, visit the Employment Page on the City of Eastvale website: http://www.eastvaleca.gov.

K.P. Sander contributed to this story.

Cal Fire Riverside Promotes New Division Chief

New Northwest Division Chief, Silvio Lanzas (Photo Courtesy: Cal Fire)

New Northwest Division Chief, Silvio Lanzas (Photo Courtesy: Cal Fire)

Staff Reports

Riverside County – On Mon., Dec. 1, 2014, Cal Fire’s Riverside County Fire Chief, John R. Hawkins, proudly announced the promotion of Silvio Lanzas to Division Chief, during their Executive Staff Meeting.

Lanzas began his career with Cal Fire (then CDF) as a Fire Explorer in 1992 in the San Bernardino Unit. He then furthered his career in the positions of Firefighter I and Firefighter II serving the communities of Highland, Devore, Chino Hills and Yucaipa.

Between fire seasons, Lanzas worked in Cal Fire Riverside’s Perris Emergency Command Center. He remained in the unit as a Fire Apparatus Engineer assigned to fire stations in Menifee, Sun City, Canyon Lake and Moreno Valley. He also worked two special assignments at the Perris Emergency Command Center.

Lanzas promoted to Fire Captain and held assignments in the San Bernardino, and later Riverside, Units.

In 2009, Lanzas promoted to Battalion Chief where he was assigned to the Moreno Valley Battalion prior to his final assignment as a Battalion Chief overseeing the Perris Emergency Command Center.
Lanzas now oversees the Northwest Division, which includes unincorporated areas of Riverside County, the Cities of Eastvale, Jurupa Valley, Norco and the Rubidoux Community Services District. His additional responsibilities include operational and administrative supervision of the Cal Fire/CDC Norco Conservation Camp. Lanzas holds two Associate’s Degrees and is a California State-Certified Chief Officer.

Lanza is married to wife, Kara, and they have two sons – Isaiah, 16, and Jakob, 4.

CHP’s Holiday DUI Statistics

Staff Reports

California – The holidays are cause for celebration, and sometimes the celebration that involves alcohol consummation can go too far.

In an effort to help reduce the number of deaths and injuries over the 2015 New Year’s Holiday, a Maximum Enforcement Period (MEP) was conducted beginning at 6 p.m. on Wed., Dec. 31, and continued through 11:59 p.m. on Sun., Jan. 4. During this MEP period, all available CHP Officer were on patrol.

The MEP results for this past holiday weekend were, unfortunately, significantly increased over last year. 28 people were killed in collisions statewide (more than double over last year); and 1,158 DUI arrests were made by CHP Officers statewide (triple over last year). In Los Angeles County alone, six people were killed and 236 DUI arrests were made (only one person was killed and 104 were arrested for DUI last year).

CHP’s goal is to reduce the amount of roadway deaths, and they strive to educate the motoring public that the use of safety belts saves lives, and driving under the influence is never a good idea. The results can be deadly.

Drinkinganddriving.org wants to help educate you and remind you about the dangers of driving under the influence.

Follow these tips:
• Know the truth about blood alcohol levels and how drinking affects your actions.
• Know yourself (what’s at risk?).
• Think about the “3 Fs” – Family, Friends, and Future (who will your actions affect?).
• Understand what a costly mistake underage drinking is.
If you plan on drinking:
• Get a ride;
• Get a room;
• Appoint a Designated Driver
If you are offering drinks:
• Be an excellent party planner and be accountable for what (and to whom) you serve;
• Don’t be afraid to confiscate car keys, offer a room or couch, or call a taxi for those that overdo it;
• Stop serving alcohol well before your guests are expected to leave.
Have a Happy New Year, but don’t become a statistic. Don’t drink and drive!

Eastvale Chamber Chairman Gala

The Eastvale Chamber of Commerce is looking forward to many exciting events this month, including their 1st Annual Chairman’s Gala, to be held this month on January 22 at 6 p.m. This is an event that will show members how much they are truly appreciated.

The Gala will be held at the Eastvale Community Center at 13820 Schleisman Rd., Eastvale, CA 92880. Tickets are $50 pre-sale and $65 at the door.

The Eastvale Chamber of Commerce can be reached at (951) 768-6000, or visit http://www.eastvalechamberofcommerce.org for more information about events, businesses and membership. The Eastvale Chamber of Commerce is located at 12523 Limonite Avenue, Suite 440-428.

Let your business voice be heard. Support the Eastvale Chamber of Commerce!

If You’re Happy And You Know It, Fill Your Tank!

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(Courtesy: GasBuddy.com)

Staff Reports

USA – Noticed anything at the gas stations lately?  That’s right, it’s almost affordable!

The price of gasoline has been on the decline for months, and it economists are correct, 2015 should continue to see prices drop; Bankrate.com measures that American drivers could save about $500 on gasoline this year.  Considering the prices were upward of $5.00 per gallon several years back, this is a considerable relief on our wallets and budgets overall.

The average price in the Walnut-Diamond Bar area is about $2.40 per gallon, but it doesn’t stop on a personal level.  A boon of $100 billion could be realized in the American economy if the price of crude oil stays low.

The European economy is behind some of the speculation, but since 2008 America has increased domestic supply by as much as 50 percent.  States like Texas and Oklahoma have doubled their production in recent years, making us less dependent on Saudi, Arabia.

Let’s hope this is a sign of the times for years to come.

 

 

Five Arrested in Grand Terrace Homicide

Staff Reports

Murdered Security Guard, Richard Williamson (Photo Courtesy: NYDailyNews.com)

Murdered Security Guard, Richard Williamson (Photo Courtesy: NYDailyNews.com)

Grand Terrace – On Thurs., Jan. 1, at just before 2 a.m., Grand Terrace/Central Station Deputies responded to a call of shots fired.  They were dispatched to Cal Skate, located at 22080 Commerce Way in Grand Terrace.

Upon arrival, Deputies located three male victims outside the location suffering from gunshot wounds.  The victims and approximately 400 people were attending an all-night New Year’s Eve party at Cal Skate.

According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department (SBSD), two of the victims were security guards at the event.  One victim was treated at the scene, and two were transported to a local hospital for treatment.  At approximately 3:10 a.m. on Jan. 1, one of the victims – Security Guard, Richard Williamson, 48, of Riverside, was pronounced deceased at the hospital.

SBSD Homicide Detectives immediately launched an investigation in pursuit of the suspect(s).  On Mon., Jan. 5, five suspects were identified and arrested in the shooting incident:  Ezekiel Isaiah George, 18, of Perris; Topaz Prince Crummie, 20, of San Jacinto; Adrian Gentry, 17, of Adelanto; Laquan Trice, 15, of Perris; and Maurice Lamont Martin, Jr., 17, of Perris.  The San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office has charged all five suspects each with one count of Murder; two counts of Attempted Murder; and one count of Shooting at an Inhabited Dwelling – with Gang Enhancements filed on each count.  Gentry, Trice and Martin are all being charged as adults.  All five were arraigned on Jan. 6.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Detective Ryan Smith or Sergeant Jason Radeleff of the Sheriff’s Homicide Division at (909) 387-3589. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to contact the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or you may leave information on the We-Tip website at www.wetip.com.
 

 

 

Eastvale Boys In Supercross Challenge

Mikey Wayne and Jett Lessing airborne. (Photo By: Kimberly Lessing)

Caption: Mikey Wayne and Jett Lessing airborne. (Photo By: Kimberly Lessing)

By Kimberly Lessing

Eastvale – Two local Eastvale boys will compete in the KTM Junior Supercross Challenge at Anaheim Stadium this month.

Mikey Wayne, a 2nd Grade student at Clara Barton Elementary, will represent Eastvale and race the KTM Junior Challenge on Jan. 17; and Jett Lessing, a 3rd Grade student at Rosa Parks Elementary, will race on Jan. 31.

KTM North America, Inc., located in Murrieta, provides an amazing experience for youth racers to compete in the KTM Junior Supercross Challenge (KJSC) Program, the popular intermission show of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship. In order to qualify for the KJSC, the racers must have at least one year of racing experience, excel in school, and meet specific height and weight requirements.

The KJSC is an exciting intermission program where 15 selected youth riders race aboard KTM 50 SXS motorcycles at select Monster Energy AMA Supercross events all over the nation. Throughout the day, riders get to go on a track walk, participate in two practice sessions, sign autographs for their fans, be introduced during opening ceremonies and race a three-lap exhibition race during the Supercross night program.

“This is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity for the boys and we are excited to cheer for Mikey and Jett as they represent Eastvale!” said Jenna Wayne, Mikey’s mother.

Children from all over the world apply to compete in this event, and it is extremely rare that two boys from Eastvale were able to qualify and be selected.
Mikey and Jett train and race weekly at local motocross venues in Riverside and San Bernardino counties. While the boys battle each other on the track, they are great friends off the track and even train together with legendary motorcycle coach, Kelly Yancey, of Kelly Yancey Motocross Training (www.kellyyancey.com).
With the support of their friends, families, sponsors, and Coach Yancey, the boys are ready to take on Supercross at Anaheim Stadium! You can follow Mikey and Jett on their exciting adventure on Instagram (@MikeyWayne999 and @JettLessing) or on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/Mwayne999 and http://www.facebook.com/JettLessing.

Mikey Wayne’s Sponsors include: OC KTM, Dunlop, Nost Suspension, Intuitive Race Products, Factory Effex DWC Motorsports, GDG Builders, Orange County Locksmith, Accurate Circuit Engineering, Nihilo Concepts, R&D Racing, Atlas Brace, Spy Optics, Streamline Brakes, One Industries, Choice Hotels, Bell Helmets, ASV, Lucas Oil, and Pax Racing.

Jett Lessing’s Sponsors include: Troy Lee Designs, Malcolm Smith Motorsports, EKS Brand Goggles, 6D Helmets, Lucas Oil, Dunlop Tires, Nihilo Concepts, Risk Racing, Factory Backing, Engine Ice, ODI Grips, Sunset Sign Designs, Nost Suspension, Midpoint Bearing and RJforklift.com.

Walnut Valley Begins 2015-16 School Registration

By Kelli Gile

 

Walnut – The Walnut Valley Unified School District (WVUSD) will soon begin registration for the 2015-2016 school year, for children entering transitional Kindergarten/Kindergarten through 5th Grade.  Registration dates are:

  • 21 – 23 (for children with siblings already attending school in the district;
  • 26 (for elementary children new to the district at any grade level.

 

You may register for transitional Kindergarten if your child turns 5 years of age any time Sept. 2 through Dec. 1. Students must be 5 years of age on or before Sept. 1 to enroll in Kindergarten for the 2015-2016 school year.

At the time of registration, parents will be asked to present a certified copy of the child’s birth certificate or passport, proof of the child’s immunizations, and for Kindergarten and 1st Grade, proof of an oral health examination.  For residency verification, parents will also need to provide either final escrow papers, mortgage statement or lease/rental agreement, along with a current utility bill (gas, water or electric bill) and a driver’s license (or California I.D.) with the current home address.  Enrollment is on-going, and your residence address determines the elementary school where you should enroll your child.

The WVUSD offers quality day care programs at all elementary sites, both before and after school hours.  You may contact the Child Care office at (909) 444-3460 foradditional information and fees.

 

 

Eastvale: Rocks and Rubies

By Jennifer Jester-Madrigal

 

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Children from Rosarito, Mexico express their gratitude to Eastvale sponsors. (Photo Courtesy: Mikie Gettel De Vergara)

The following incidents are shared by members of our community, and are anonymous acknowledgments to the great (and not so great) things that happen around town.

RUBIES to the more than 20 Eastvalians who sponsored children from Rosarito, Mexico; your gifts and love were delivered!

RUBIES to our wonderful Mayor and his Santa Clause connection for making my boys feel so comfortable and happy during such a rough time!

RUBIES to the nice lady who paid for our entire Jack-in-the-Box order; it helped me more than you will ever know.

RUBIES to all the teachers that go the extra mile every day for our kids who need a little extra attention; we notice!

ROCKS to the people that still continue to speed and almost took me and my daughter out on the corner of Harrison and Citrus!

ROCKS to the thieves that steal Christmas decorations.  Really? That’s not the spirit!

ROCKS to the man who posted that the creep exposing himself on the Riverwalk Trail was just engaging in a crime against “prudish nature”!  Get a clue, man!!!

 

 

New Diamond Bar Council Member

By Raymond Mendoza

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Council members Jack Tanaka (L), Carol Herrera (R), Mayor Pro Tem Nancy Lyons and Mayor Steve Tye welcome Jimmy Lin as the City’s newest council member. (Photo Courtesy: Raymond Mendoza)

Diamond Bar – The Diamond Bar City Council kicked off its first meeting of the new year by not only shielding the City from prostitution dens from masquerading as massage parlors, but also by welcoming its newest councilmember, Jimmy Lin.

After having several weeks off because of Christmas and New Years Day, the Council met on Jan. 6 with its first major action being the announcement that Lin, a former Diamond Bar Planning Commissioner, would take over for Ling Ling Chang.

Chang was elected to the California State Assembly during the November General Election and left the vacancy open for new candidates. To circumvent a costly election – estimated at $150,000 by Mayor Steve Tye – the Council decided to fill the vacant seat by interviewing candidates.

Tye said Lin was chosen out of 11 other candidates for having an exceptional background in public involvement, entrepreneurial skills and professional aptitude.  Lin said he felt very privileged to be selected as Chang’s replacement and to be able to serve the City and its residents.

“I’ve living in a lot of places in the world, over 60 different countries around the world,” Lin said. “But when I ended up (in Diamond Bar), I knew this was the place I would retire in. It’s such a livable city and I have devoted about eight years of my time serving as a volunteer for committees.  I pledge to give my best to not only sustain, but to enhance the quality of life in this city.”

After the appointment of Lin, Tye said the Diamond Bar City Council was back to “full strength.”

Following the announcement of Lin’s appointment, the schedule of future events was listed to include a Traffic and Transportation Commission meeting on Jan. 8, a Planning Commission meeting on Jan. 13, Winter SnowFest on Jan. 17 and the next City Council meeting on Jan. 20.

The Council then approved all items on the consent calendar, including the minutes for the Dec. 16 Council meeting, the ratification of a check in the amount of $1,726,352.29, the treasurer’s November 2014 statement, the second reading and adopting of an ordinance amending the parking of motor vehicles in city parks, the exoneration of surety bond number CMS-244886 to complete grading improvements at 20405 Walnut Drive, the reduction of 55.6 percent of surety bond number 929590937 to complete in-tract street improvements for Willow Heights, the award of a professional consulting services contract for a pavement management system to Nichols Consulting Engineers in the amount of

$43,000 and the adoption of a resolution approving the final tract map for subdivision of Air Space for a 19-unit office condominium at 660 North Diamond Bar Blvd.

The Council then approved the only public hearing item, pertaining to the interim ordinance which temporarily prohibits the establishment, expansion or relocation of massage establishments in the City.

The ordinance, which will take effect for 45 days, is seen by the City as a way to limit possible prostitution dens, since massage parlors in Southern California have come under scrutiny for being hotbeds for illicit activities.

The Council then adjourned at 7:20 p.m. with plans to meet in the Diamond Bar City Council Chambers at 21810 Copley Drive on Jan. 20.

 

Eastvale: City Council Meeting Recap

Staff Reports

 

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Clint Lorimore, Adam Rush, and William Link are sworn in as official Eastvale council members. (Photos By: Karen Patel)

Eastvale  For the month of December, there was only one City Council meeting. The meeting took place at Rosa Parks Elementary with all council members attending.

Prior to the meeting, new and re-elected council members Clint Lorimore, Adam Rush and William Link (respectively) were sworn into their positions.  The meeting was attended by all council members and started promptly at 6:30 p.m.

Christopher Hook, the new Public Safety Commissioner was sworn in, and the new Fire Division Chief, Silvio Lanzas, was introduced. A brief update from both the Eastvale Community Foundation and the Public Safety Commission was given. Roosevelt High School ASB President, Jakob Rivera, provided an update as well.

There were not any Public Comments or Citizen Participation at this meeting and the Consent Calendar was approved in its entirety by a vote of 4-0-1 (with Rush leaving early).

The Old Business portion of the meeting was short and focused on the reorganization and compensation of the Assistant City Manager and Senior Account Clerk. Item 8.1 – calling for title changes and reorganization of these jobs – was approved 4-0. Item 4.2, which called for a 6.4% increase for all employees (excluding the City Manager), as well as a cafeteria stipend to be increased by $100, a 5% increase for bi-lingual abilities, and administrative leave for management employees in the amount of 80 hours annually, passed 3-1 with Lorimore voting No.

The New Business portion of the meeting centered on Item 9.1 – the Chandler Street Corridor Area Improvements – costing a total of $307,000. This item passed 4-0.  Item 9.2, the Mayor’s Cup Soccer Challenge, was pulled due to time constraints and will be discussed at an upcoming Council meeting. Item 9.3 was a verbal report on the Vacant Lands in Eastvale.

The Public Hearings portion of the meeting was also rescheduled to the Jan. 14 Council meeting due to time constraints.

To learn more about the Eastvale City Council meetings, or to hear recordings of previous meetings, please visit: http://www.eastvaleca.gov.