COLTON COURIER We ekly
March 28, 2 024
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Colton Fire Depar tment Marks Over Half-Centur y of Ser vice with Promotional Honors
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(Left to right) Captain Adam Chittenden, Fire Chief Tim McHargue, Battalion Chief Tom DeBellis, and Battalion Chief/Fire Marshal Jon Boggs at the City of Colton’s Council Meeting on March 19, 2024.
By Manny Sandoval
n a significant ceremony held in front of the city council on March 19, 2024, the Colton Fire Department celebrated the promotions of three dedicated members who have collectively served the city for over 50 years. Fire Chief Tim McHargue proudly introduced the newly promoted Battalion Chief Tom DeBellis, Battalion Chief/Fire Marshal Jon Boggs, and Captain Adam Chittenden, highlighting their com-
mitment and hard work for the City of Colton.
Chief McHargue expressed his pride in the trio's achievements. "These are three gentlemen that have worked very hard for the City in the promotional process," he said. He specifically noted Captain Adam Chittenden's journey from the U.S. Forest Service to the Colton Fire Department, where he has served for the past seven years. "He’s a great addition to our captain's rank and a wonderful member of the
Colton Fire Department," McHargue added.
The Chief also commended Battalion Chief/Fire Marshal Jon Boggs, who has been with the department for 18 years. "Jon brings great energy to our Community Risk Reduction Program and will continue the tradition of excellent customer service to our residents, visitors, and developers," McHargue stated. He praised Boggs for CFD, cont. next pg.
S B C o u n t y B r e a k s G r o u n d o n $ 1 2 4 M S t a t e - o f - t h e - A r t Va l l e y Communications Center to Boost Critical Incident Response
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The groundbreaking ceremony held on March 19, 2024 featuring County Supervisors such as Joe Baca, Jr., Dawn Rowe, and Curt Hagman.
By Manny Sandoval
groundbreaking ceremony on March 19 marked the start of construction for the San Bernardino County Valley Communications Center, a $124 million project that is set to enhance response to
critical incidents in the region. The threestory, 75,085 square-foot LEED-certified building, featuring a 200-foot tall communication tower, is set to become the primary Emergency Operations Center in the San Bernardino Valley. Located at the southeast corner of E. Rialto Avenue and Lena Road, the facility
will be operational 24/7, 365 days a year, even under extreme conditions. It will house the sheriff's office, coroner, public administrator, office of emergency services, consolidated fire agencies, Inland Counties Emergency Medical Agency, and innovation and technology departments. SB County cont. next pg.