EL CHICANo Weekly
Vol 59, NO. 37
September 1, 2022
SB County Fire Chief Dan Mejia retires after 35 years of ser vice, Mar tin Cer na to fill the position
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During his 35 years of service, Dan Mejia (left) worked in all suppression divisions of County Fire and over the past 29 years Martin Cerna (right) worked in many capacities, including fire chief, over his 29 year career with the City of Torrence.
By Manny Sandoval
n August 17th, San Bernardino County Fire Chief Dan Mejia announced his retirement to the City of San Bernardino after 35 years of service.
Mejia started his career as a
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firefighter for Lake Arrowhead Fire District in 1987 and has since been responsible for fire, rescue and emergency medical response in the East Valley region, the eastern half of the San Bernardino Valley. “I have a deep appreciation for the San Bernardino County Fire
Department. Chief Mejia, you have served our City well; we thank you and wish you good luck in retirement; it’s well deserved and earned. On behalf of the City of San Bernardino, I do extend my sincere appreciation for your services to our City,” said Mayor John Valdivia.
Before retiring, Mejia prioritized recruiting a new, wellqualified citizen dedicated to service and public safety. “I have enjoyed my time here. But it has been 35 years, and it’s time to go. I love my job and what I do, but it’s time, and Fire Dept cont. on next pg.
Arrowhead Country Club hosts ribbon cutting and grand opening
By Ricardo Tomboc
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n Sunday August 14th, the San Bernardino Area Chamber of Commerce (SBACC) supported the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony held for the Arrowhead Country Club (ACC). The new owners are Michael and Fariel Winn, and Ken Arimitsu.
Over a hundred and fifty guests, vendors, and volunteers attended the event. Dignitaries included San Bernardino County Supervisor Joe Baca, City of San Bernardino Mayor John Valdivia and his family; Council persons Fred Shorett, Damion Alexander, and Sandra Ibarra. Also attending were former Mayor Judith Valles, forCountry Club, cont. on pg. 2
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On Sunday August 14th, the San Bernardino Area Chamber of Commerce (SBACC) supported the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony held for the Arrowhead Country Club (ACC). The new owners are Michael and Fariel Winn, and Ken Arimitsu.