EL CHICANo Weekly
Vol 61, NO. 46
October 24, 2024
San Bernardino Renters Call for Tenant Rights Amid Housing Crisis, Demand Community Benefits for Downtown Redevelopment
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Deborah Harmon, representing the Inland Equity Community Land Trust, organizing her booth’s flyers promoting tenant rights and unions at the event.
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he worsening housing crisis in San Bernardino has sparked a strong response from local tenant unions, housing advocates, and community organizations, culminating in a community-wide event aimed at addressing renters’ concerns and advocating for tenant rights. Hosted by Congregations Organized for Prophetic Engagement (C.O.P.E.), a Block Party on October 19th brought together several key
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Just San Bernardino providing community members with information on the Downtown Revitalization Projects proposed Community Benefits Agreement.
housing and social justice organizations— including Just San Bernardino, Time for Change Foundation, Inland Equity Community Land Trust (IECLT), and IE Tenants Union—to offer resources and support for those affected by the housing crisis. The event provided a platform for local advocates to discuss pressing issues such as skyrocketing rents, poor living conditions, and the neglect many renters face. Through
a collective voice, attendees urged city officials to prioritize affordable housing and tenant rights. Housing Advocates Speak Out Against Rent Increases Lorena Barbosa, a housing advocate for the Time for Change Foundation, was among the leaders who spoke at the event, highlighting the difficulties many tenants Tenant Rights cont. on next pg.
San Manuel and Yaamava’ Win Top Honors at 2024 Global Gaming Awards, Named Property of the Year – North America
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PHOTO SMBMI In a celebration of gaming and hospitality excellence, the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians and Yaamava' Resort & Casino at San Manuel received top honors at the prestigious 2024 Global Gaming Awards. Presented at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas, these awards are the gold standard of recognition in the industry, acknowledging excellence in gaming worldwide.
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n a celebration of gaming and hospitality excellence, the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians and Yaamava' Resort & Casino at San Manuel received top honors at the prestigious 2024 Global Gaming Awards. Presented at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas,
these awards are the gold standard of recognition in the industry, acknowledging excellence in gaming worldwide. The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians earned the distinguished award for “Responsible Business of the Year,” marking their fourth consecutive win in this category. For the first time, Yaamava' Resort
& Casino claimed the coveted title of “Property of the Year - North America,” standing out from hundreds of premier gaming properties nationwide. This dual triumph solidifies their legacy of excellence and social responsibility, demonstrating that success in gaming can go hand-inSan Manuel/Yaamava cont. on next pg.