Vol. 48 No. 41
February 1, 2018 - February 7, 2018
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The Black Press and the NAACP Join Forces to Address Issues Affecting the Black Community By Stacy M. Brown (NNPA Newswire Contributor)
Dorothy Leavell (2nd from right), the chairman of the NNPA, signs the strategic partnership agreement between the NNPA and the NAACP designed to jointly focus on key issues that affect the Black community, as (from left-right) Derrick Johnson, the president and CEO of the NAACP; Leon Russell, the chairman of the NAACP; and Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr., the president and CEO of the NNPA, look on during the 2018 NNPA Mid-Winter Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Freddie Allen/AMG/NNPA) The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA), a trade group representing more than 200 Black-owned media companies, signed a historic, strategic partnership with the NAACP, one of the most influential civil rights group in the world, during the NNPA’s Mid-Winter Conference in Las Vegas. “Sometimes you have to take a step back and reconnect in order to move forward,” said NAACP Chairman Leon W. Russell. “Signing this agreement is taking that step back and it says it’s time for us to recommit to each other and work together to move our people forward.” NNPA President and CEO Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr., who once
served as president of the NAACP, called the partnership historic. “This [signing] consummates a working relationship of two of the world’s largest organizations focused on the empowerment of Black people,” said Chavis. NNPA National Chairman Dorothy Leavell added that she’s very pleased with the new partnership. “I attempted to do something similar in the nineties and I’m very determined now,” said Leavell. “We are going to set a precedent and I hope we will be able to repeat this with many other national organizations, because if we solidify our strength, things will be different for all of us in the United
Nichole Williams Recognized as Assemblyman Jay Obernolte’s Outstanding Teacher of the Month SB County News
States of America.” Derrick Johnson, the president and CEO of the NAACP, said one of the things he and Russell share in common is the rich tradition of the NAACP. “Anytime we move away from that [tradition], we lose our way,” he said. “The NAACP would not be here, if not for William Monroe Trotter, a civil rights activist, newspaper editor and real estate businessman based in Boston, Massachusetts; the NAACP would not be here today, if not for Ida B. Wells, a newspaper writer…the NAACP would not be here today, if not for W.E.B. DuBois and his “Crisis’ magazine. I commit today, that we will be joining the NNPA.”
Johnson added that the NAACP is as strong as its volunteers and the Black Press is as strong as its readers, many of whom are NAACP members. The signing, which took place on Friday, January 26 was attended by a number of NNPA members, staffers from both organizations and Gary, Indiana Mayor Karen Freeman Wilson, the first African American woman to hold the office of mayor in the state of Indiana. “We have to take the resources that we have in our collective communities and we have to use these resources in a way that educates our children and benefits (continued on page 7 )
Join Assemblymember Reyes to Unveil the Rosa Parks Statue in Downtown San Bernardino State/Government News
of the civil rights movement and we are confident her statue will be a beacon of hope for those yearning for change.” Join us as we unveil the bronze Rosa Parks Statue and recommit ourselves to justice.
Assemblyman Jay Obernolte represents the 33rd Assembly District, which includes the San Bernardino County communities of Adelanto, Apple Valley, Baker, Barstow, Big Bear City, Big Bear Lake, Big River, Crestline, Fort Irwin, Hesperia, Johnson Valley, Lake Arrowhead, Lenwood, Lucerne Valley, Needles, Oak Hills, Phelan, Running Springs, Silver Lakes, Trona, Twentynine Palms Base, Twin Peaks and Victorville.
HESPERIA – Assemblyman Jay Obernolte (R-Hesperia) has honored Nichole Williams from Barstow Unified School District as the Outstanding Teacher of the Month for the 33rd Assembly District. Nichole has taught in the Barstow Unified School District for the past 20 years. She is currently a first grade teacher but has had the opportunity to teach first through eighth grade over the span of her career. Ms. Williams has spent a great deal of time working with children who perform below grade level expectations. She is very goaloriented and constantly strives to ensure that her students who struggle academically don’t get left behind – and
she’s had a lot of success in this endeavor. She also volunteers at community events to bring awareness to poverty, homelessness, and literacy. “Nichole is passionate about educating our youth and helping the community,” Assemblyman Obernolte said. “She has not only dedicated the last 20 years teaching our future generations but also spends her free time volunteering outside of the classroom. She has raised funds to provide schools supplies to homeless shelters and has been involved in promoting teen literacy programs. It is my honor to recognize Nichole Williams as the outstanding teacher for the month of January.”
What: Rosa Parks Statue Unveiling
Assemblymember Eloise Gómez Reyes San Bernardino – On Friday, February 2nd Assemblymember Eloise Gómez Reyes and community partners; San Bernardino Black Culture Foundation and California Department of Transportation District 8 will be unveiling the Rosa Parks Statue at the Rosa Parks Memorial Building. The Rosa Parks Statue was made possible by funding contained in the 2017 state budget. “Working together with community partners and the Governor, I was able to secure the final funding needed for this iconic statue,” said Assemblymember Reyes. “The 47th Assembly District is honored to recognize the first lady
Who: Assemblymember Eloise Gómez Reyes When: Friday, February 2, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. Where: Rosa Parks Memorial Building 464 W. 4th Street, San Bernardino For more information or to RSVP contact District Representative Daniel Peeden or call the District Office at (909)381-3238. Assemblymember Eloise Gómez Reyes represents Assembly District 47 which includes the cities of Fontana, Rialto, Colton, Grand Terrace, San Bernardino and the unincorporated areas of Muscoy and Bloomington.
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Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Community/Education News
A New Education Law The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) was signed by President Obama on December 10, 2015, and represents good news for our nation’s schools. This bipartisan measure reauthorizes the 50-year-old Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), the nation’s national education law and longstanding commitment to equal opportunity for all students. The new law builds on key areas of progress in recent years, made possible by the efforts of educators, communities, parents, and students across the country. For example, today, high school graduation rates are at all-time highs. Dropout rates are at historic lows. And more students are going to college than ever before. These achievements provide a firm foundation for further work to expand educational opportunity and improve student outcomes under ESSA. The previous version of the law, the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act, was enacted in 2002. NCLB represented a significant step forward for our nation’s children in many respects, particularly as it shined a light on where students were making progress and where they needed additional support, regardless of race, income, zip code, disability, home language, or background. The law was scheduled for revision in 2007, and, over time, NCLB’s prescriptive requirements became increasingly unworkable for schools and educators. Recognizing this fact, in 2010, the Obama administration joined a call from educators and families to create a better law that focused on the clear goal of fully preparing all students for success in college and careers. Congress has now responded to that call. The Every Student Succeeds Act reflects many of the priorities of this administration. ESSA Highlights President Obama signs the Every Student Succeeds Act into law on December 10, 2015. ESSA includes provisions that will help to ensure success for students and schools. Below are just a few. The law: · Advances equity by upholding critical protections for America’s disadvantaged and high-need students. · Requires—for the first time—that all students in America be taught to high academic standards that will prepare them to succeed in college and careers. · Ensures that vital information is provided to educators,
families, students, and communities through annual statewide assessments that measure students’ progress toward those high standards. ·Helps to support and grow local innovations—including evidence-based and place-based interventions developed by local leaders and educators—consistent with our Investing in Innovation and Promise Neighborhoods ·Sustains and expands this administration’s historic investments in increasing access to high-quality preschool. ·Maintains an expectation that there will be accountability and action to effect positive change in our lowest-performing schools, where groups of students are not making progress, and where graduation rates are low over extended periods of time. History of ESEA The Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) was signed into law in 1965 by President Lyndon Baines Johnson, who believed that “full educational opportunity” should be “our first national goal.” From its inception, ESEA was a civil rights law. ESEA offered new grants to districts serving low-income students, federal grants for textbooks and library books, funding for special education centers, and scholarships for low-income college students. Additionally, the law provided federal grants to state educational agencies to improve the quality of elementary and secondary education. NCLB and Accountability NCLB put in place measures that exposed achievement gaps among traditionally underserved students and their peers and spurred an important national dialogue on education improvement. This focus on accountability has been critical in ensuring a quality education for all children, yet also revealed challenges in the effective implementation of this goal. Parents, educators, and elected officials across the country recognized that a strong, updated law was necessary to expand opportunity to all students; support schools, teachers, and principals; and to strengthen our education system and economy. In 2012, the Obama administration began granting flexibility to states regarding specific requirements of NCLB in exchange for rigorous and comprehensive state- developed plans designed to close achievement gaps, increase equity, improve the quality of instruction, and increase outcomes for all students.
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Women at Time for Change Empowered through Self-Defense
State Schools Chief Torlakson Congratulates High- Project Moving Forward: A Benchmark for Performing Middle Schools Selected as ‘Schools to Student Success...continued Watch’...continued
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·Ladera Vista Junior High School of the Arts, Fullerton School District, Orange County · Fruitvale Junior High School, Fruitvale Elementary School District, Kern County · San Marcos Middle School, San Marcos Unified School District, San Diego County The Schools to Watch program is sponsored by the California Department of Education, California League of Middle Schools [http:/ San Bernardino, CA- fodada, an apparel brand that celebrates what a great dad means to children, families, and communities, out of Newport Beach, partnered with Time for Change Foundation (TFCF) in San Bernardino, CA today to host their Women's Self Defense Day at the TFCF headquarters. Professional trainers from Self Defense Fit Lab conducted the training for the women. The class, dedicated to providing free selfdefense skills and techniques for women, is designed to raise awareness and empower women in threatening situations. "We were so excited to partner with fodada to host this much needed training not only for the homeless women in our program, but to other women in our community," said Vanessa Perez, Associate Director of TFCF, "Having these skills gives women the confidence we need to protect ourselves in unexpected situations." As the world begins to recognize the violence against women that occurs every day in the workplace, in the home and in our community it's important that women are prepared to defend them-
selves and think proactively about ways to eliminate their risk factors. "TFCF is proud to advance the cause and empower women from across this county!" said Perez. Time for Change Foundation opened their home to welcome women from all sectors to participate in the one-day training. Women from the local business community, public and private sectors, and local colleges and universities participated in this free event. For questions about Time for Change Foundation please contact Vanessa Perez at (909) 8862994 or by email at vperez@timeforchangefoundation.org. For more information on fodada please visit their website at www.fodada.com. Time for Change Foundation empowers disenfranchised, low income individuals and families by building leadership through evidence based programs and housing to create self-sufficiency and thriving communities. We accept all forms of donations. To see how you can help make a difference visit us on the web at www.TimeForChangeFoundation.org.
State Schools Chief Torlakson Congratulates High-Performing Middle Schools Selected as ‘Schools to Watch’ Educational News SACRAMENTO—State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson today announced that 22 new high-performing California middle schools have been recognized in the 2017–18 Schools to Watch-Taking Center Stage program. They join 24 previously chosen schools whose sustained progress will allow them to retain their “Schools to Watch” designation. "Congratulations to these schools for doing excellent work to help students believe in themselves, set high goals, and dream big," Torlakson said. "These schools are outstanding examples of how educational innovations can keep students engaged and learning throughout a transitional time in their lives." These high-performing model schools demonstrate academic excellence, social equity, and responsiveness to the needs of young adolescents. For example, Fruitvale Junior High School in Bakersfield has created an outstanding forensic medical science program allowing students to experience science hands-on and use their skills of analysis, inquiry, and observation. And San Marcos Middle School in San Marcos has implemented a curriculum challenging students to think critically which resulted in high performance in student writing.
· El Segundo Middle School, El Segundo Unified School District, Los Angeles County ·Griffiths Middle School, Downey Unified School District, Los Angeles County
/www.leagueofschools.org/], and the California Middle Grades Alliance. To earn this designation, schools must complete an extensive application that is reviewed by middle grades experts. In order to retain the designation, each school is re-evaluated every three years. All of the schools will be recognized in Sacramento at the California Middle Grades Alliance annual luncheon March 1, 2018. For more information about the program, please visit the High Performing Middle School Models[http://www.clms.net/ stw/] webpage.
The Movement,’ about the ever-changing African-American experience, comes to Cal State San Bernardino Community/Education News
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. — Emmy award-winning actor Ron Jones will portray several characters in “The Movement: 50 Years of Love and Struggle” as part of Cal State San Bernardino’s Conversations on Diversity series, hosted by the University Diversity Committee on Tuesday, Feb. 20. “The Movement” will be from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Santos Manuel Student Union Events Center. The event is free and open to the public. Parking at CSUSB is $6. A production by Dialogues on Diversity, a social justice and diversity theater company, “The Movement,” is a one-man performance about the ever-changing African-American experience. It is a visual chronicle that highlights numerous political, social and cultural markers of the roughly 50 years since passage of the Voting Rights Acts of 1965 “Supported by interactive video, stock historical footage, quotes and some of the most memorable music of the last two generations, Jones weaves the tapestry of struggle and triumph,” the Dialogues on Diversity
website says. “These developments created the fastest cultural expansion of any group in American history, as a culture and a nation, we are still dealing with these positive and negative ripple effects. The power of the vote enabled much of the movement that protest and boycott could not alone.” Jones, who takes on 10 personas during the production, tells the stories of both the best and worst African-American experience — from “Black Power 60s,” to the “Blaxploitation 70s,” to the “Cosby 80s” and through the “Post Racial” new millennia. Jones has been an actor, director and trainer for more than 20 years, and was awarded the Boston/New England Regional Emmy of the National Academy of Television, Arts and Science in 2002. To find out more about Dialogues on Diversity and “The Movement: Fifty Years of Love and Struggle,” visit its website at dialoguesondiversity.com. For more information about CSUSB’s Conversations on Diversity series, visit the University Diversity Committee website at diversity.csusb.edu.
Project Moving Forward: A Benchmark for Student Success Test results show the program is making a difference and the U.S. Department of Education is paying attention to Linda Navarrette’s work By Sandra Baltazar Martinez
·Mary R. Stauffer Middle School, Downey Unified School District, Los Angeles County · San Benancio Middle School, Washington Union School District, Salinas County ·Liberty Middle School, Lemoore Union Elementary School District, Kings County ·Mountain View Middle School, Moreno Valley Unified School District, Riverside County ·Indio Middle School, Desert Sands Unified School District, Riverside County · Golden Valley Middle School, San Bernardino City Unified School District, San Bernardino, County ·Vina Danks Middle School, Ontario-Montclair School District, San Bernardino County ·Sequoia Middle School, Fontana Unified School District, San Bernardino County
The 22 newly designated “Schools to Watch” schools are:
· Los Osos Middle School, San Luis Coastal Unified School District, San Luis Obispo County
·Traweek Middle School, Covina-Valley Unified School District, Los Angeles County
·De Anza Magnet School, El Centro Elementary School District, Imperial County
· Hollydale School, Paramount Unified School District, Los Angeles County
·Live Oak Middle School, Live Oak Unified School District, Sutter County
·Paramount Park Middle School, Paramount Unified School District, Los Angeles County
·Hilton D. Bell Intermediate School, Garden Grove Unified School District, Orange County
·Sierra Vista Middle School, Covina-Valley Unified School District, Los Angeles County
· Cerro Villa Middle School, Orange Unified School District, Orange County (continued in next 2 columns)
La Granada Elementary students learn vocabulary with Project Moving Forward techniques. CARRIE ROSEMA/UCR RIVERSIDE, Calif. - As a young teacher, Linda Navarrette traveled to South Africa with one assignment: help teachers develop critical thinking skills in their students. Little did she know that her efforts in those impoverished communities would change her life. The experience catapulted her career into education, cementing her support for students who are learning English as a second language. Backed by a $1.9 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education, Navarrette -- a researcher at the University of California, Riverside’s Graduate School of Education -launched Project Moving Forward in 2012. The program, which helps English-language learners and students with limited English proficiency, started in Moreno Valley Unified School District and six other California districts. Since its implementation six years ago, Navarrette has received two multi-million dollar grants and a prestigious Golden Bell Award from the California School Boards Association. The program’s positive outcomes caught the attention
of José Viana, assistant deputy secretary of the U.S. Department of Education and director of the Office of English Language Acquisition (OELA). He visited several elementary schools in the Moreno Valley Unified and Alvord Unified school districts on Jan. 18 and 19. The classrooms included k5, as well as special-education classes that have implemented Project Moving Forward strategies. “I’m impressed, I’m inspired, and I’m heading back to Washington with many great ideas to share,” said Viana. "It is important to replicate best practices and keep the momentum going." OELA awarded a $2.7 million grant to Project Moving Forward in 2017. Viana met with administrators, teachers, and parents to obtain feedback on the program, and to inquire about their ideas to improve language acquisition strategies. He will use the information to build a toolkit for families on how to navigate and support their children while they are learning English. “We have five million Englishlanguage learners in the United (continued in next 2 columns)
States and we want all those children to have opportunities, to graduate and to be successful,” said Viana. Viana was born to Cuban parents and -as he learned English himself -- he taught his own father. As an educator, Viana also focused on developing support programs for farm-working families in North Carolina. In Moreno Valley, the program has grown from two schools to 17, with all kindergartners now participating and four of the schools offering it through fifth grade. Nationwide, the program is now used in more than 100 schools in seven states. Navarrette is meeting with other Inland Empire schools districts interested in the program. The goal, she said, is to offer Project Moving Forward to at least one million students. Project Moving Forward successes: 2012-2013: Academic Performance Index, or API, jumped for both of the Moreno Valley Unified School District targeted schools, both in reading and math. Both schools raised their overall API, one saw a boost of 14 points and the other gained 17 points. Thirty-three percent of English learners went from basic to proficient; African Americans improved 51 points and special education students increased 56 points. 2014-2015: Classrooms who improved their placement level using pre and post tests on the
California English Language Development Test (CELDT): 89 percent of students went up one to four levels; 48.9 percent went up two to four levels. These results are compared to non- Project Moving Forward participants: 62 percent of students showed no improvement on CELDT; 20 percent went up one level and 17.1 percent went up two to four levels. 2015-2016: More than 90 percent of students in classes implementing Project Moving Forward met or exceeded their annual progress goals on CELDT. The state’s goal was 62 percent. Twenty-two years after Navarrette took that first trip to South Africa, her mission continues in the U.S. Project Moving Forward offers teachers curriculum she said demonstrates that that children who are challenged thrive. “Without language skills, students are always being remediated, especially students of color,” said Navarrette, a former teachers, psychologist, and administrator. “If we are going to be taking over jobs, we need to be educated. By preparing students in these early grades and helping them read at grade level, we are creating the foundation for their success. I want our children to have equal opportunities to succeed. That’s my goal.” To access the full story and photo slideshow: https:// ucrtoday.ucr.edu/51182.
CSUSB’s Women’s Leadership Conference to inspire campus community and explore women’s issues Community Education News
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. — A day of thought-provoking conversation and enriching empowerment is set to take place at Cal State San Bernardino’s Women’s Leadership Conference on Friday, Feb. 2, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Santos Manuel Student Union Events Center. Attendees will get the chance to see “powerful speakers, panelists of amazing individuals who identify as women and sessions that cater to women issues,” according to Roselyn Gardea, interim associate director of residential education and a member of the Women’s Leadership Conference committee. These sessions, she says, “will build confidence, wisdom and direction.” The Women’s Leadership Conference will feature two prominent key speakers: Diane Guerrero and Marianne Cooper. Guerrero is an actress, activist and author of “In the Country We Love: My Family Divided,” a memoir about her parents and older brother being detained and deported to Colombia when she was just 14 years old. She is most well known for her role on hit shows such as “Orange is the New Black” and “Jane the Virgin.” Cooper is a sociologist at the Clayman Institute for Gender Research at Stanford University and an affiliate at the Stanford Center on Poverty and Inequality. She is an expert on gender, women’s leadership, diversity and inclusion, financial insecurity and economic wealth. She is the author of “Cut Adrift: Families in Insecure Times” and was the lead re-
searcher for “Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead” by Sheryl Sandberg. Cooper has a doctorate in sociology from U.C. Berkeley, Along with the keynote speakers, the event will include workshop presentations, lunch, a panel discussion and a networking mixer. “Our hope is that the attendees feel empowered after leaving the conference, for all attendees and allies to understand the importance of women in leadership roles and for our students to have the opportunity to build at least one connection while attending,” said Gardea. Although the event is currently at capacity, those who are interested in attending can be waitlisted by emailing diversityoffice@csusb.edu with the subject title “WLC Waitlist.” The conference is open to active CSUSB affiliates, including all students, faculty, staff and alumni. Sponsors of the CSUSB Women’s Leadership Conference are CSUSB Athletics, Office of Diversity and Inclusion, President’s Office, University Enterprises Corporation, Santos Manuel Student Union Women’s Resource Center, Santos Manuel Student Union, Department of Housing and Residential Education, and Associated Students Inc. A valid CSUSB parking pass or $6 daily parking pass is required. For accessibility accommodations, contact diversityoffice@csusb.edu 72hours in advance.
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GOVERNMENT/BUSINESS/ADVERTISING Investing in Workforce Generates Local League of Women Voters Pushes for California Tax Filing Season Opens...continued ERA...continued dreds or even thousands of filing separately tax statuses
Healthy Returns By Odie Donald II
Odie Donald II In the last month, Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has announced that the nation's capitol has lifted the label from the U. S. Department of Labor as a "high-risk" partner in job training and employment programs, and "at-risk" in Unemployment Insurance programs. The District had carried these risk designations since 2012, but in the last 18 months, concentrated efforts led by the Department of Employment Services (DOES) earned removal of the designation. From high-risk to high-performing The key to the District's turnaround is a concerted effort between the public and private sector, but would not have happened without critical federal investment. The "high-risk" status was conferred because funds were being under-used. Services for our youth, in particular, were called out in 2015 by the Labor Department when officials wrote to the District, "low enrollments, under-expenditures and poor performance have been endemic in the [federally] funded youth program." Redirecting federal dollars toward smart investments like our youth, the District sought measurable performance in service delivery across the entire suite of workforce services. Ultimately, federal grants and programs helped DOES serve nearly 103,700 jobseekers and increase the total number of youth served to 38,000, highlighted by an increase of more than 400% through our federal programs. We helped close to 50,000 District residents find work through FY17, generating more than $1 billion in total wages for residents who engaged with DOES, while achieving an 85% retention rate in adult federal programs. No time for federal budget cuts in our workforce As law makers juggle competing priorities in an effort to avoid another federal shutdown, now is not the time for the severe cuts outlined in the federal administration's proposed budget. As currently proposed, the cuts are catastrophic. They would severely impact employment services, training and skills augmentation efforts, and completely eliminate federally funded senior programs. These cuts are on top of an already "baked in" budget decrease within the continuing resolution. While we are still evaluating the fiscal impact on our programs, it is clear that these cuts will have a
deleterious impact on District residents. Cuts to Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) project to $500,000 and will impact both full time employees and 38 current participants (with potential funding for a max of 50). We also believe that our OSHA education program grant will be impacted, and the program's funding of $470,000 would disappear along with the employees that are funded. The District will be most impacted by proposed cuts to WIOA (Workforce Investment and Opportunity Act), where cuts of 21% would severely impact operations. The proposed decrease of $2.6 billion: *Eliminates the Senior Community Service Employment Program, which helps low-income seniors find work *Closes poor-performing centers for Job Corps, a job-training program for disadvantaged youth *Eliminates grants that help nonprofit groups and public agencies pay for safety and health training *Expands efforts to reduce improper payments made to people receiving unemployment benefits With this proposed budget, the federal government would cut at least 33,000 jobs nationally with approximately 16,000 cuts in D.C. and more than 1,000 local private sector jobs will be lost among our corporate partners. These cuts project a loss of more than $1 billion in GDP from the District; more than $25 million in tax revenue annually; and hundreds of jobs in the leisure and hospitality sector. I was recently elected Secretary of the National Association of State Workforce Agencies, and I can offer that workforce agencies across America have concluded that the proposed cuts will have similarly disastrous effects in their states. Factor in the U.S. Department of Labor's September jobs report - announcing the first decline in seven years - and these cuts could signal a tipping point in the wrong direction. The District of Columbia has learned some hard lessons. We value the investment in federal workforce programs, and we have shown, when used wisely, just how impactful these funds can be. Now is not the time to cut them. Odie Donald II is the Director of the District of Columbia Department of Employment Services and the Secretary of the National Association of State Workforce Agencies.
Local League of Women Voters Pushes for ERA Showing movie EQUAL MEANS EQUAL on March 8 in honor of International Women's Day SB County News
(San Bernardino, CA, 1/8/2018) --- The League of Women Voters of the San Bernardino Area has joined with other organizations throughout the nation in showing the groundbreaking film, EQUAL MEANS EQUAL, as a push to achieve the final two votes needed to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment. The showing is scheduled for Thursday, March 8 at 6:30 p.m. at Regal Cinemas, 450 North E Street, in San Bernardino. There will be a brief
discussion following the film. Many people assume women have equal rights with men under the law of the Constitution. In 1972, the ERA was passed by both the House and Senate and was sent to the states for ratification. Within a year, 30 states had ratified it. By the end of the sevenyear deadline, only 35 states had ratified -- three votes short of the 38 needed for the amendment to become part of the U.S. Constitu(continued in next 2 columns)
tion. In the 114th Congress (2015-16), the House and Senate each passed resolutions extending the validity of the ratifications to "whenever ratified by legislatures of three-fourths of the several States." Nevada's legislature ratified in 2017. Only two votes are needed from the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, *Florida, Georgia, *Illinois, *Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, *Utah, and *Virginia. Asterisked states have state ERAs or equal rights guarantees. Kamala Lopez is the film director, actress, and political activist who has produced the documentary about the status of women in America. The movie offers an unflinching look at how women are treated in the United States today. Examining both real-life
stories and precedent-setting legal cases, Lopez uncovers how outdated and discriminatory attitudes inform and influence seemingly disparate issues. "In 1920, the League of Women Voters was successful in gaining the right for women to vote," said League Co-President Betsy Starbuck, "We continue our fight today, almost 100 years later, to gain equal rights for women in all aspects of society." Tickets are available for the screening on line at https:// my.lwv.org/california/sanbernardino-area or by calling Shirley Harlan at 909-882-4057. The League of Women Voters is proud to be non-partisan, neither supporting nor opposing candidates or political parties at any level of government, and always educating and working on issues of vital concern to the public.
Skin Color, Not Credit Risk, Tied to Auto Finance, Says Report By Charlene Crowell
Nationwide, auto loans represent the third highest category of consumer debt. And according to new research, the color of your skin has a lot to do with how much debt is incurred. Discrimination in Auto Lending, authored and published by the National Fair Housing Alliance (NFHA), found that despite federal laws banning credit discrimination by race or ethnicity, race remains a key factor in the cost of financing auto loans. According to the report, “This discrimination has undoubtedly played a part in creating the racial and ethnic wealth gaps and credit access disparities that exist in the U.S. today, and it will ensure that they persist if allowed to continue unchecked.” Like secret shoppers, NFHA sent eight teams of testers to dealerships to inquire about purchasing the same vehicle. Each team was told to ask the same questions and then report on their experiences. Seven of the teams were non-White and had both higher incomes and credit scores that of the eighth and White tester. All testers encountered challenges to securing information needed to secure the best auto loan available. However, the Non-White testers noted being treated disrespectfully and receiving a pricier quote for finance than the White testers. Numerically, the sum of experiences found: 75 percent of the time, White testers were offered more financing options than Non-White testers; 62.5 percent of the time, Non-White testers who were more qualified than their White counterparts received more costly pricing options; and On average, Non-White testers who experienced discrimination would have paid an average of $2,662.56 more over the life of the loan than lessqualified White testers. “Such high rates of discriminatory treatment are alarming and extremely rare in similar audit-style investigations conducted in the mortgage lending industry,” states the report. “Although it has its bad actors, the mortgage lend-
ing industry has been regulated and monitored for civil rights violations for decades. It is imperative that auto lending regulations, particularly those that are designed to fight discrimination, are similarly robust and regularly enforced.” Earlier research by the Center for Responsible Lending (CRL) reached similar conclusions. A lack of transparency, dealer mark-ups on interest financing, and practices known as ‘loan packing’ and ‘yo-yo’ scams have all been cited by CRL. Loan packing is a term used to describe how dealerships steer consumers into bundling several services and/ or products that effectively boost purchase and finance costs. Often, many consumers do not know is that these products can often be purchased far cheaper if they were to secure them independently of the dealership. Yo-yo scams in auto financing occur when a consumer drives a car off the dealer lot without finalizing its finance. Technically, if the loan paperwork has not been signed but the consumer has the use of the vehicle – especially overnight or longer -- the consumer unwittingly has taken delivery on the car. By the time the consumer returns, the dealership hikes the price of the vehicle and interest – the ‘yo-yo’. At that point, the consumer has next to no opportunity to negotiate price or finance rates. If a trade-in of an older car is involved, dealerships often tell these kinds of customers that it has already been re-sold. Commenting on the new NFHA findings, Delvin Davis, a senior CRL researcher said, “Racial discrimination should not be tolerated with any financial product – which makes regulation especially important when the product is one of the most expensive investments a family will make.” In recent years, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) found racial discrimination in interest rate markups, then sued and settled these issues with banks and financing arms of major auto manufacturers. For example, Ally Financial and Ally Bank settled its lawsuit in 2013 for $98 million. In 2015, Honda’s settlement was $24 million and Toyota’s in 2016 was $21.9 million. NFHA also likened auto discrimination to yet another more form of bias (continued on page 7)
California Tax Filing Season Opens State/Government News
Sacramento — The Franchise Tax Board (FTB) is now accepting 2017 state tax returns for a filing season that extends through April 17, two days beyond the traditional deadline because of a federal holiday. FTB encourages taxpayers to take advantage of the agency’s online services and take the necessary steps to protect themselves and their refunds. Free filing help is available for many taxpayers with limited incomes, and is often available on military bases for service members. For a list of Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program locations throughout California, go to ftb.ca.gov and click on free filing assistance.
Expanded State Earned Income Tax Credit This year, California’s expanded, cash-back Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC) will be available to as many as 1.1 million more families. People who work for an employer or are self-employed are now eligible for CalEITC. In addition, for the first time, a family making the state minimum wage may now qualify for CalEITC. That means those earning $22,300 or less could be eligible. CalEITC is refundable, meaning that taxpayers will receive money if the credit is greater than taxes owed. A family can receive hun(continued in next 2 columns)
dollars back between CalEITC and the companion federal EITC. More details about CalEITC and the federal EITC are available at CalEITC4me.org. Prevent Identity Theft and Refund Fraud FTB continues to be focused on preventing identity theft and refund fraud. To combat this growing crime, FTB joined an IRS-led partnership of public agencies and software companies working together to identify and stop false returns at the time of filing. Tax professionals and taxpayers should also stay alert by: Avoiding email when discussing confidential tax matters. Instead, use secure online services such as MyFTB. Watching for phishing schemes, such as any caller threatening jail for nonpayment. Report any potential scams to FTB. Filing early if possible. The sooner FTB has your tax return, the sooner FTB staff can verify it and process a refund. Using online resources like the California Attorney General’s site at https:// oag.ca.gov/idtheft for safety tips and information on data breaches. Increased Standard Deductions and Exemption Credits For the 2017 tax year, the standard deduction for single or
increased to $4,236. For joint, surviving spouse, or head of household filers, the deduction grew to $8,472. The dependent exemption credit increased to $353 per dependent. The personal exemption amount for single, filing separately, and head of household filers increased to $114. For joint or surviving spouses, the exemption grew to $228. FTB Services FTB’s MyFTB service allows users to view their tax documents, check balances due, access tax calculators, send secure messages to FTB staff, and more. FTB offers free electronic filing for state tax returns through CalFile, an easy-to-use tool available to more than 6.4 million taxpayers. CalFile allows taxpayers to file directly with FTB and provides instant confirmation. Taxpayers can find a list of other filing options at ftb.ca.gov. Walk-in service is available at five regional FTB field offices weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. The field offices are in Los Angeles, Oakland, Sacramento, San Diego, and Santa Ana. Taxpayers may pay using MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover, debit card, check, cashier’s check, or money order. A service fee of 2.3 percent is charged for credit card transactions.
ACLU Sues Bakersfield Police for Unlawful Stop, Arrest and Jailing Police strong-arm tactics, in violation of constitutional rights, are challenged State Government News
BAKERSFIELD — The ACLU Foundation of Southern California and the ACLU of Northern California have filed suit against Bakersfield Police Department officers, who stopped a car on the pretense that air fresheners were hanging from the rearview mirror, then proceeded to demand personal information of everyone in the car. The lawsuit was filed on behalf of passenger Robert Mitchell, who exercised his constitutional right to not give his identity or other information to the officers as he was not suspected of a crime. Under the threat of his friend’s car being impounded, Mitchell gave his identity but was nonetheless arrested and jailed overnight. He was not charged with any crime. “All I was doing was expressing my rights, and I went to jail for that,” Mitchell said. “Justice is overdue in this community. People are demanding changes to our police department.” Community groups in the Bakersfield area have long protested that police officers overstep their authority and engage in tactics such as stopping people in cars and bicycles under the slightest pretense, then arresting them when they assert their rights. Local group such as Faith in the Valley Kern has been organizing to document and report such unjustified acts of police intimidation and retaliation, as well as excessive force, and demand accountability. The ACLU SoCal, which plans to open a Bakersfield office in coming months, is partnering with Faith in the Valley Kern and other groups on these efforts. “The people of Bakersfield deserve government officials that treat them with dignity and respect their constitutional rights,” said ACLU SoCal Staff Attorney Adrienna Wong. “We will continue to work with individuals and community organizations to confront police abuse and racial discrimination, including in the courts.” The lawsuit concerning Mitchell was filed January 26 in U.S. District Court against police officers Jeffries, Bishop and Sherman, and the city of Bakersfield. On March 17, 2017 officers Jeffries and Bishop stopped the
car — all the occupants were Black — for the purported purpose of enforcing state vehicle code violations. One of the stated reasons for the stop — that air fresheners were hanging from the rear-view mirror — was not even a valid basis for a stop under current state law. The officers then questioned the driver and passengers, including Mitchell, about a variety of matters, including if they had ever been arrested. Mitchell refused to give his name or other information, noting that he was not suspected of a crime. The officers violated his Fourth and Fifth Amendment rights by continuing to demand the information, threatening to impound the car if he didn’t. Mitchell, not wanting his friend’s car to be taken, gave his name but also asked to speak to a supervising officer. When Sgt. Sherman arrived he told Mitchell he had two choices: give the officers further information or go to jail. Mitchell responded that he had already given his name. At that point he was ordered from the car, handcuffed and arrested. He was taken to Kern County Central Receiving Facility where he was jailed for about 12 hours. No charges were filed against him. “Mitchell dared to challenge the officers on their unconstitutional demands, and for that he was handcuffed, arrested and spent a night in jail,” said ACLU of Northern California Staff Attorney Novella Coleman. “The courts should make it clear that unlawful actions by the Bakersfield Police Department will not be tolerated.” ? Studies have shown that police stops on flimsy pretexts happen disproportionately to people of color. They reinforce racial disparities in policing and erode the Fourth Amendment’s protection of privacy and personal security for all. And in some cases, they have escalated, tragically, into violence. The lawsuit seeks compensation for violating Mitchell’s constitutional rights by seizing and detaining him without probable cause to support an arrest. Read the lawsuit: https:// www.aclusocal.org/sites/default/files/aclu_socal_mitchell _20180126_complaint.pdf?
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HEALTH/FITNESS NEWS
Black Americans Cancer Rates Arrowhead Regional Medical Center Flu Prevention In Pregnant Recognized for Reducing C-Sections Women Health/Fitness News Differ By Birthplace Health/Fitness News
Hospital surpasses federal target with a rate of 22.6 percent Health News
Most African Americans have a distinct pride in the fact that they have descent from the original people of Africa. It is what makes African Americans strong and confident. Though resilient to slavery, segregation, racism, injustice, and discrimination, cancer seems to float off that list for both Africans and African Americans. A new study finds, cancer rates differ between Africans and U.S.-born African Americans. “Typically, cancer occurrence among blacks in the United States is presented as one homogenous group, with no breakdown by country or region of birth,” said study co-author Dr. Ahmedin Jemal, an American Cancer Society epidemiologist. “Our study shows that approach masks important potential differences that may be key to guiding cancer prevention programs for African-born black immigrants,” Jemal added. The researchers analyzed 2000-2012 U.S. data to compare rates of the top 15 cancers in African-born blacks to U.S.-born blacks. Blacks born in sub-Sahara Africa had much higher rates of infection-related cancers (liver, stomach and Kaposi sarcoma) than U.S.-born blacks. They also hadhigher rates of blood cancers (leukemia and nonHodgkin lymphoma), prostate cancer and thyroid cancers (in females only). For example, the rate of Kaposi sarcoma was 12 times higher in African-born black
women than U.S.-born black women, the researchers found. Kaposi sarcoma is cancer that causes lesions in soft tissues. However, the lung cancer rate for African-born black men was 30 times lower than for U.S.born blacks. African-born men also had lower colon cancer rates. The researchers also found that cancer rates varied by region of birth in Africa. For example, higher rates of liver cancer among males and of thyroid cancer in females were confined to those born in eastern Africa, while the higher rate of prostate cancer among men was limited to those born in western Africa. Environmental, cultural, social and genetic factors may explainthe differences in cancer rates between African- and U.S.-born blacks. Learning more about such influences could lead to targeted cancer prevention programs, Jemal and his colleagues said in a journal news release. Blacks from sub-Sahara Africa are among the fastestgrowing populations in the United States. They accounted for a large proportion of the estimated 2.1 million black African immigrants in the United States in 2015, according to notes with the study. Whether treating Africans or U.S.-born African Americans, everyone should be included in the fight against cancer. Studying cancers in these races may increase preventive care and inevitably lead to fewer rates of deaths by cancer.
Sickle Cell Warriors: How Candyce Heather Finds Her Fit Health/Fitness News
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I was attending a Group Fitness Modality Training when I met another trainer by the name of Candyce Heather. We had a lot in common– as in life, we were the minorities in the room, African American women with very interesting hair to be more specific. In no effort to alienate ourselves, we began to chat, and it wasn’t until it was time for us to sit for our lecture that Candyce revealed to me she had Sickle Cell Anemia or Sickle Cell Disease. During these trainings, we tend to sit for hours, in a room where the A/C is blasting, so Candyce pulled out layers and layers, and even brought out a plush blanket before finding her way to her seat. Everyone
looked at her like she was insane because honestly, she appeared to be getting ready for the best adult-office nap of anyone’s life. That’s when Candyce revealed to the rest of our colleagues that she was living with this chronic illness, which surprised most because when you look at Candyce, you see a healthy, fit, and fine individual. There’s no way anyone would know without her sharing this information. That’s why it’s commonly referred to as “The Invisible Disease”. I’ve always known of Sickle Cell Anemia, but I was never clear on what it is or how it af(continued in next 2 columns)
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) surpassed a federal target aimed at reducing Cesarean births (C-sections) for firsttime mothers with low-risk pregnancies, according to the California Health and Human Services Agency (CHHS). The agency announced the achievement award on behalf of Smart Care California, a coalition of public and private health care purchasers that collectively purchase or manage care for more than 16 million people in the state. To respond to a rapid rise in unnecessary C-sections across the United States, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services adopted the Healthy People 2020 target of reducing nationwide C-section rates to 23.9 percent. Efforts are working in California as low-risk, first-birth Csection rates have decreased from 27.3 percent in 2013 to 25.0 percent in 2016. In January 2018, California Health and Human Services Secretary Diana Dooley recognized hospitals who met or surpassed the 23.9 percent target. ARMC surpassed the federal target with a rate of 22.6 percent. “The decline in ARMC’s rate for low-risk, first birth C-sections is the result of working to change our culture by educating physicians, nurses and support staff and working closely with mothers to explain their options,” said Guillermo Valenzuela, M.D., Chairman of Women’s Health Services. “The fact that ARMC made the Smart Care C-section Honor Roll shows our efforts are changing the culture.” Births in California account for about one in eight of all U.S. births, or 500,000 births annually. While life-saving in certain cases, C-sections can pose serious risks to both babies and mothers, and
once a woman has a C-section, she has a 9 in 10 chance of having a C-section for subsequent births, increasing her risk of major complications. About Smart Care California Smart Care California is a public-private partnership working to promote safe, affordable health care in California. The group currently focuses on three issues: Csections, opioids and low back pain. Collectively, Smart Care California participants purchase or manage care for 40 percent of the state. About Arrowhead Regional Medical Center ARMC is a 456-bed universityaffiliated teaching hospital licensed by the State of California Department of Public Health, operated by the County of San Bernardino, and governed by the Board of Supervisors. The hospital, located on a 70-acre campus in Colton, California, operates a regional burn center, level II trauma center, primary stroke center, a behavioral health center, five primary care centers including four family health centers, and provides more than 40 outpatient specialty care services. ARMC is helping to achieve the Countywide Vision by addressing the community’s wellness and educational needs. For more information on the Countywide Vision, visit: www.sbcounty.gov/ vision. For more information about ARMC visit www.arrowheadmedcenter.org. Follow ARMC on Twitter at @ArrowheadRMC for important announcements and updates, and on Facebook at w w w. f a c e b o o k . c o m / arrowheadregional.
Sickle Cell Warriors: How Candyce Heather Finds Her Fit...continued fects its carriers. It is a genetic disease that can result from each parent carrying the trait, which is carried in about 1 in every 12 African Americans. Sickle Cell Disease occurs in about 1 in every 365 African American births. While there are treatments for the disease, there is no widely available cure, although a stem-cell transplant procedure has been developed at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, and validated at UI Health. People living with sickle cell disease produce sickle, or crescent, shaped red blood cells. This affects the immune system, and the misshapen blood cells, if caught in the blood vessels due to oxygen deprivation, can result in organ damage or extreme pain in any given area of the body. This is called Sickle Cell Crisis and factors that can trigger it include overexertion, dehydration, stress, and extreme temperature change. No, you can’t look at someone and know they’re living with it, but it is serious and living a quality life with sickle cell disease takes a lot of planning and prepping. It’s already challenging enough to find one’s health and fitness groove, so you would think that figuring it out while living with a chronic illness would be impossible, but Sickle Cell Warriors like Candyce prove this to be false every day. It’s possible to live day-to-day without said planning and prepping, but in order to live fully and successfully, Candyce recommends forming an action plan and being intentional. In addition to teaching multiple fitness classes each day, Candyce also makes time for her personal fitness. With overexertion and dehydration being contributing factors to sickle cell crisis, Candyce has to be sure to workout within her limits and keep lots of water on deck. She travels with a collection of spare clothing,
snacks, and pain medications in the event that she absolutely needs them. In short, she stays ready so she doesn’t have to get ready. Contrary to what some may believe, exercise is good for those living with sickle cell disease. Exercise can help with maintaining mobility and strength, but it also pumps up endorphins, which can help alleviate stress along with positivity and an empowering mindset. It’s also important to eat for life and not for instant gratification. “Treat and fuel your body like you would a $100,000 car.” One way to approach this is by enrolling in an integrated nutrition course, which is what Candyce did so she could learn how to balance her meals and avoid consuming toxic foods. Although Candyce has experienced severe crisis on multiple occasions, has been hospitalized while in other countries, and deals with chronic fatigue every day, she’s grateful for her condition. Living with sickle cell has taught her to live a more positive, better quality life. She’s no longer naïve or embarrassed to talk about her illness and makes it a point to raise awareness, educate herself and help other Sickle Cell Warriors thrive. Jasmine Danielle is a Los Angeles based dancer and fitness trainer. She received her BFA in Dance from the University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign and has studied with FiTour, the National Federation of Personal Trainers, and the Equinox Group Fitness Training Institute. Jasmine is currently a Group Fitness Instructor for Equinox, Everybody Los Angeles, and Sandbox Fitness. Her fitness modalities include, ballet, dance cardio, barre fitness, TRX, treadmill interval training, cardio kickboxing, jump rope, indoor cycling, and metabolic conditioning.
Catching the flu is dreadful– the fever, muscle aches, vomiting, and diarrhea can be daunting. However, it is especially worse when you are pregnant. During pregnancy, the flu can be more severe since it can last three times as long and you are more likely to suffer from pneumonia. This is due to the weakened immune system women have during pregnancy. Another serious possibility is the risk of preterm labor and delivery that the flu can lead to. The flu is not likely to hurt the unborn child, but it does not mean that certain health measures should not be taken to avoid it. Here are some tips for avoiding the flu and maintaining a healthy pregnancy: The Flu Shot. Receiving a flu shot sooner rather than later is a smart move. The shot is usually available in the fall. Do note that it takes a few weeks for the immunity to set in, but once it does you will be protecting yourself, and your infant, from flu for up to six months. A Center for Disease Control and Prevention article confirms this, “CDC recommends pregnant women get a flu shot during any trimester of their pregnancy to protect themselves and their newborn babies from the flu.” However, the nasal spray vaccine is not recommended for pregnant women. Know the symptoms. Before you are able to treat yourself, or a loved one for the flu, one must know what symptoms to watch for. The American Pregnancy Association informs readers that the symptoms may include a headache, running nose, fatigue, shortness of breath, sore throat, diarrhea/ vomiting, body aches and chills/fever. Avoid touching certain entryways and wash hands. Refrain from touching your eyes, nose and mouth with your hands. Our hands come in constant contact with all sorts of germs: doorknobs, cups, handles, or any item oth-
ers may have touched. You may think your hands are clean, however, with these circumstances, it is not always the case. A March of Dimes article certifies the easy spreadof the virus through contact. It states, “The flu spreads easily from person to person. . . You can get infected with the flu if you breathe it in or if you touch something that has the flu virus on it and then touch your nose, eyes, or mouth.” For this reason, we begin to understand the importance of hand washing. Washing your hands frequently, immediately before eating, after sneezing and after using the restroom are necessary for protecting your health. Be sure to use proper technique. Clean surfaces often. During the flu season, be sure to wipe down surfaces with a disinfectant. An NHS article informs readers that the flu viruses that are capable of being transferred and causing infection can survive on hard surfaces for 24 hours. Regularly wipe down all surfaces such as toys, doorknobs, bedside tables, phones, remotes, and countertops. If one were to contract the flu, treatment is straightforward. Drink plenty of fluids Treat the fever right away-do not delay Contact your doctor Shelby Pauling is an Economics major, Mathematics minor student at Spelman College from Chicago, Illinois. When Shelby is not studying, she ignites her creative side by researching upcoming health and beauty trends. Shelby’s understanding for the importance of health literacy in the black community led her to join Spelman College’s NAACP Chapter and the Health Careers Club, where she indulges in conversations and community service activities focused on stimulating dialogue amongst her peers and local Atlanta residents.
Families USA Leads Effort to Bring Together Over 300 Consumer, Provider, Faith, and Labor Groups in a Letter to Congressional Leadership Urging Protection of Critical Health Programs Health/Fitness News
Washington, D.C. – Families USA has lead efforts with over 300 consumer, provider, faith community, labor and other health care stakeholder to join together in a letter to Congressional Leadership urging them to protect critical health programs and oppose any effort to cut or cap Medicaid, repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA), or cut or cap other components of our nation’s safety net programs. These groups represent national organizations as well as organizations from 44 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. “It’s time to put the partisan fights behind us and work together to protect America’s critical health programs so families in America can continue to have access to high-quality, comprehensive, and affordable health care coverage,” said Frederick Isasi, executive director of Families USA. The letter is addressed to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer, House Speaker Paul Ryan, and House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi asking for commitment to: Prioritize the health, well-being, and the financial security of millions of families across the nation by protecting Medicare, Medicaid, and private health insurance, including insurance provided through the health insurance marketplaces and set aside legislative
and budgetary efforts that would reduce health coverage. Safeguard—and not weak or undermine— consumer protections including Essential Health Benefits, which are crucial for people with pre-existing conditions. Support states’ local economies and residents by protecting states’ ability to provide quality health insurance to their residents through their Medicaid program. Medicaid’s current state-federal partnership helps states ensures that children are able to get a healthy start in life, provides long-term care to seniors and people with disabilities, and health care to many adults including pregnant women. The evidence is clear that when consumers have a reliable source of high-quality health coverage, they are able to access critical health services, including prevention and behavioral health services; experience better overall health status and improved health outcomes; and are protected against unexpected medical expenses. Eliminating or weakening these federal protections jeopardizes the ability of people to obtain the coverage and care they need. In addition, premium tax credits make coverage through the marketplaces affordable for millions of Americans and must not be reduced or eliminated.
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PAGE 5 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN Number: 20180000932 Filing Type: FBN Filing Date Filed: 1/24/2018 Began Transacting Business: N/A Filing Expires On: 1/24/2023 Business is Conducted By: A General Partnership Fictitious Business Name(s): PLANT ORGANIX Business Address: 2601 DEL ROSA AVE SUITE 112 SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92404 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Registrant(s)Address: AMANDA S. THOMAS 2821 N. ARROWHEAD AVE SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92405 TERRANCE N. THIBODEAUX 2821 N. ARROWHEAD AVE SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92405 Signature/Officer Title: Amanda S. Thomas, Partner BY SIGNING, I DECLARE THAT ALL INFORMATION IN THIS STATEMENT IS TRUE AND CORRECT. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) NOTICE - IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published In The San Bernardino American Newspaper February 1, 8, 15, 22, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20180000628 Date Filed: 1/17/2018 Filing Expires On: 1/17/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): ALOHA BABY County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 1454 N. ALBRIGHT AVE. UPLAND, CA 91786 Mailing Address: Name of Individual Registrant: RENE C. TARCZON Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./ Org./Reg.:State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./ Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 1454 N. ALBRIGHT AVE. UPLAND, CA 91786 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 10/1/2017 Signature/Title of Person Signing: Rene Tarczon, Individual BY SIGNING, I DECLARE THAT ALL INFORMATION IN THIS STATEMENT IS TRUE AND CORRECT. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). NOTICE - IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper February 1, 8, 15, 22, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN Number: 20180000467 Filing Type: FBN Filing Date Filed: 1/12/2018 Began Transacting Business: 9/01/2016 Filing Expires On: 1/12/2023 Business is Conducted By: An Individual Fictitious Business Name(s): CHUNKY MONKEY DAY CARE Business Address: County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Registrant(s)Address: CORRINA A. MARQUEZ 14447 GREEN RIVER RD. VICTORVILLE, CA 92394 Corrina A. Marquez, Owner,declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE - IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published In The San Bernardino American Newspaper January 18, 25, February 1, 8 , 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20170014144 Date Filed: 12/27/2017 Filing Expires On: 12/27/2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): 1. REDLANDS VINYL RECORDS & COLLECTIBLES 2. HOLLYWOODLAND RECORDS County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 214 E. REDLANDS BLVD. REDLANDS, CA 92373 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./ Org./Reg.: OLD HOLLYWOODLAND CORP.State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./ Org./Reg. No.: C4033368 Residence Street Address: 220 N. PALM CANYON DR. PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 12/19/2017 Louis David Bernal, CEO, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE - IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS
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OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper January 11, 18, 25, February 1, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN Number: 20170014255 Filing Type: FBN Filing Date Filed: 12/29/2017 Began Transacting Business: N/A Filing Expires On: 12/29/2022 Business is Conducted By: An Individual Fictitious Business Name(s): MADD RETROFITS AND LIGHTING Business Address: 4755 BANDERA ST. MONTCLAIR, CA 91763 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Registrant(s)Address: BRANDON MADRIGAL 4755 BANDERA ST. MONTCLAIR, CA 91763 Brandon Madrigal,declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE - IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published In The San Bernardino American Newspaper January 18, 25, February 1, 8, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20180000270 Date Filed: 1/08/2018 Filing Expires On: 1/08/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): ELITE SMILE DENTAL GROUP County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 25 5TH STREET REDLANDS, CA 92373 Mailing Address: 245 TERRACINA BLVD. #207-A REDLANDS, CA 92373 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./ Org./Reg.: BECKLEY PROFESSIONAL DENTAL CORPORATION State of Inc./ Org./Reg.:CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 2987513 Residence Street Address: 245 TERRACINA BLVD. #207-A REDLANDS, CA 92373 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 1/08/18 Melisa Beckley, President, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE - IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper January 11, 18, 25, February 1, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN Number: 20180000843 Filing Type: FBN Filing Date Filed: 1/22/2018 Began Transacting Business: N/A Filing Expires On: 1/22/2023 Business is Conducted By: An Individual Fictitious Business Name(s): J&D TRANSPORT Business Address: 18538 MALLORY DRIVE BLOOMINGTON, CA 92316 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Registrant(s)Address: JIMMY A. ROJAS 18538 MALLORY DRIVE BLOOMINGTON, CA 92316 Signature/ Officer Title: Jimmy A. Rojas BY SIGNING, I DECLARE THAT ALL INFORMATION IN THIS STATEMENT IS TRUE AND CORRECT. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) NOTICE - IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published In The San Bernardino American Newspaper January 25, February 1, 8, 15, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN Number: 20170014124 Related FBN Number: 20140004941 County Where Filed: SAN BERNARDINO Date Filed: 4/29/2014 Filing Type: FBN Abandonment Date Filed: 12/27/2017 Began Transacting Business: N/A Filing Expires On: 12/27/2022 Business is Conducted By: A General Partnership Fictitious Business Name(s): CORNRAGEOUS Business Address: 10830 HILLCREST CT. RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Registrant(s)Address: DEREK A. YAMASHIGE 10830 HILLCREST CT. RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 BALTAZAR IBARRA JR. 5508 MARTINGALE WAY FONTANA, CA 92336 Baltazar Ibarra, Jr., Partner,declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE - IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF
AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published In The San Bernardino American Newspaper January 18, 25, February 1, 8 , 2018.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20180000462 Date Filed: 1/12/2018 Filing Expires On: 1/12/2023 County of Current Filing: San Bernardino Date of Current Filing: 1/12/2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): LONE WOLF CNC County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 888 GREENWOOD AVE. SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92407 Mailing Address: Name of Individual Registrant: WILHELM KESTENER Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./ Org./Reg.:State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./ Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 888 GREENWOOD AVE. SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92407 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A Wilhelm Kestener, Owner, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). NOTICE - IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper January 18, 25, February 1, 8, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN Number: 20180000704 Filing Type: FBN Filing Date Filed: 1/18/2018 Began Transacting Business: N/A Filing Expires On: 1/18/2023 Business is Conducted By: An Individual Fictitious Business Name(s): NETTIE’S DAYCARE Business Address: 12019 EAST END AVENUE CHINO, CA 91710 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Registrant(s)Address: JEANNETTE GROSS 12019 EAST END AVENUE CHINO, CA 91710 Signature/Officer Title: Jeannette Gross, Owner BY SIGNING, I DECLARE THAT ALL INFORMATION IN THIS STATEMENT IS TRUE AND CORRECT. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) NOTICE - IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published In The San Bernardino American Newspaper January 25, February 1, 8, 15, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN Number: 20180000178 Filing Type: FBN Filing Date Filed: 1/05/2018 Began Transacting Business: 11/30/ 2017 Filing Expires On: 1/05/2023 Business is Conducted By: Joint Venture Fictitious Business Name(s): FOREVER B REAL ESTATE Business Address: 8221 GREEN RD. PINON HILLS, CA 92372 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Mailing Address: P.O. BOX 720212 PINON HILLS, CA 92372 Registrant(s)Address: CRISTY G. HOAGLAND 8221 GREEN RD. PINON HILLS, CA 92372 TORREY W. WOODRUFF 8221 GREEN RD. PINON HILLS, CA 92372 Cristy G. Hoagland, General Partner,declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE - IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published In The San Bernardino American Newspaper January 11, 18, 25, February 1, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN Number: 20170014125 Filing Type: FBN Filing Date Filed: 12/27/2017 Began Transacting Business: 4/29/2014 Filing Expires On: 12/27/2022 Business is Conducted By: An Individual Fictitious Business Name(s): CORNRAGEOUS Business Address: 5508 MARTINGALE WAY FONTANA, CA 92336 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Registrant(s)Address: BALTAZAR IBARRA JR. 5508 MARTINGALE WAY FONTANA, CA 92336 Baltazar Ibarra, Jr.,declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE - IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published In The San Bernardino American Newspaper January 18, 25, February 1, 8 , 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN Number: 20180000637 Filing Type: FBN Filing Date Filed: 1/17/2018 Began Transacting Business: N/A Filing Expires On: 1/17/2023 Business is Conducted By: An Individual Fictitious Business Name(s): AWM CAPITAL INVESTMENTS Business Address: 16250 HOMECOMING DRIVE #1092 CHINO, CA 91708 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Registrant(s)Address: NANCY L. MIRABELLA 16250 HOMECOMING DRIVE #1092 CHINO, CA 91708 Signature/Officer Title: Nancy L. Mirabella BY SIGNING, I DECLARE THAT ALL INFORMATION IN THIS STATEMENT IS TRUE AND CORRECT. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) NOTICE - IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published In The San Bernardino American Newspaper January 25, February 1, 8, 15, 2018.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN Number: 20180000403 Filing Type: FBN Filing Date Filed: 1/11/2018 Began Transacting Business: N/A Filing Expires On: 1/11/2023 Business is Conducted By: An Individual Fictitious Business Name(s): SHARP CCTV SYSTEMS Business Address: 15091 KITFOX LANE VICTORVILLE, CA 92394 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Mailing Address: 15091 KITFOX LANE VICTORVILLE, CA 92394 Registrant(s)Address: VIJETA BAGGA 15091 KITFOX LANE VICTORVILLE, CA 92394 Signature/Officer Title: Vijeta Bagga, Owner BY SIGNING, I DECLARE THAT ALL INFORMATION IN THIS STATEMENT IS TRUE AND CORRECT. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) NOTICE - IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published In The San Bernardino American Newspaper January 25, Correction February 1, 8, 15, 2018. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVVS 1800021 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: CLARA ROCHA filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. CLARA ROCHA to Proposed name: CLARA NUNEZ THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 3/07/18 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept: V15 Superior Court of California, County Of San Bernardino, 14455 Civic Drive Victorville, CA 92392 Victorville Courthouse A Copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The San Bernardino American Newspaper P.O. Box 837 Victorville, CA 92393 Date: January 16, 2018 Susan Slater Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper January 25, February 1, 8, 15, 2018.
PETITION/PROBATE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE (Probate-Decedents’ Estates) Notice Of Petition to Administer Estate Of: VIRGINIA ELIZABETH FISHERING Case Number: PROPS 1701226 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: VIRGINIA
ELIZABETH FISHERING A Petition for Probate has been filed by: KAREN LUND NIELSEN in the Superior Court of California, County of: SAN BERNARDINO The Petition for Probate requests that KAREN LUND NIELSEN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived
notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: February 20, 2018 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept:: S36 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, 247 West Third Street, San Bernardino, CA 92415 San Bernardino Justice Center If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Noreen T. Fontaine Address: 400 Ramona Ave., #106 Corona, CA 92879 Telephone: (951)278-8290 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper January 25, February 1, 8, 2018.
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE (Probate-Decedents’ Estates) Notice Of Petition to Administer Estate Of: RONALD L. LAWSON Case Number: PROPS 1800043 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: RONALD L.
LAWSON aka RONALD LOGAN LAWSON aka RONALD LAWSON A Petition for Probate has been filed by: ANDREW J. HAYNAL in the Superior Court of California, County of: SAN BERNARDINO The Petition for Probate requests that ANDREW J. HAYNAL be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: February 28, 2018 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept:: S35 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, 247 West Third Street, San Bernardino, CA 92415 San Bernardino Justice Center If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Bryan C. Hartnell HARTNELL LAW GROUP, APC Address: 25757 Redlands Boulevard Redlands, CA 92373-8453 Telephone: (909)796-6881 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper February 1, 8, 15, 2018.
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE (Probate-Decedents’ Estates) Notice Of Petition to Administer Estate Of: ESTHER V. MEDRANO Case Number: PROPS 1800026 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: ESTHER V.
MEDRANO A Petition for Probate has been filed by: ROBERT GONZALES, SR. in the Superior Court of California, County of: SAN BERNARDINO The Petition for Probate requests that ROBERT GONZALES, SR. be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: February 7, 2018 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept:: S36 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN
BERNARDINO, 247 West Third Street, San Bernardino, CA 92415 San Bernardino Justice Center If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Hector C. Perez Address: 3020 Old Ranch Parkway Seal Beach, CA 90740 Telephone: (562)799-5524 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper January 18, 25, February 1, 2018.
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE (Probate-Decedents’ Estates) Notice Of Petition to Administer Estate Of: ROBERT CAVETT Case Number: PROPS 1800040 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: ROBERT
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CAVETT A Petition for Probate has been filed by: JILL HUNTINGTON in the Superior Court of California, County of: SAN BERNARDINO The Petition for Probate requests that JILL HUNTINGTON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: February 20, 2018 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept:: S36 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, 247 West Third Street, San Bernardino, CA 92415 San Bernardino Justice Center If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Dina I. Farhat Farhat Law Firm, APC Address: 232 E. Grand Boulevard, Suite 202, Corona, CA 92879 Telephone: (951)808-0529 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper January 18, 25, February 1, 2018.
BIDS/PROPOSALS NOTICE INVITING PROPOSALS Victor Valley Transit Authority (VVTA) is seeking proposals from qualified firms to operate and market a region-wide commuter vanpool program ("Program.”) Proposers shall lease vanpool vehicles to Program Participants (vanpool drivers). The resulting contract shall include maintenance, insurance, marketing, customer service, and all other administrative services. The resulting contract will be for three (3) years with two (2) one-year options for extension. Copies of the RFP may be downloaded from www.vvta.org/bids. A request for a copy of the RFP may also be emailed to cplasting@vvta.org. Proposals must be received by 3:00 PM on (Pacific Standard Time) (PST) Thursday, March 8, 2018. Published in The San Bernardino American Newsaper February 1, 2018.
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ASSISTANCE FUND Job Announcement Director of Communications & Member Relations Please reply to: careers@federation.coop The Director of Communications & Member Relations reports directly to the Executive Director and is responsible for developing and guiding the strategy for all communications, website, and public relations messages and collateral to consistently articulate the organization's vision and mission. The Director of Communications & Member Relations will ensure that the organization is viewed as the primary source, disseminator, and conduit of information within its diverse network and membership base - including, but not limited to, black farmers and landowners, cooperatives and rural communities in the south. The Director of Communications & Member Relations will work closely with the Executive Staff and within the organization as the communications partner on a variety of strategic initiatives, including membership engagement, tracking and development. Responsibilities Develop, implement, and evaluate the annual communications plan across the organization's network in collaboration with the Executive Team, staff and membership. Lead the generation of online content that engages the membership, partners and supporters and leads to measurable action. Decide who, where, and when to disseminate. Put communications vehicles in place to create momentum and awareness as well as to test the effectiveness of communications activities. Manage and/or coordinate webpage maintenance-ensure that new and consistent information (article links, stories, and events) is posted regularly. Track and measure the level of engagement within the membership and network over time Manage the development, distribution, and maintenance of all print and electronic collateral including, but not limited to, newsletters, brochures, annual reports, e-newsletters and the organization's website. Play a lead role in coordinating and organizing annual meetings that engage the membership, staff, partners, supporters and the public. Manage all media contacts. Develop and manage membership contacts, baseline information and a platform to constantly engage them (the membership). Lead and/or support development efforts and donor relations, including proposal writing. Qualifications The Federation of Southern Cooperatives/Land Assistance Fund is seeking an accomplished Director of Communications & Member Relations who has 5-10 years of communications experience, ideally in an "in-house" leadership role within a complex social justice nonprofit and/or membership based entity, and covering areas such as website content, newsletters, and member & donor communications. The ability to take knowledge and transform it into exciting and useful messages, and disseminate it to the right audiences through the best distribution channels is critical. Highly collaborative style; experience developing and implementing communications strategies Excellent writing/editing and verbal communication skills A strong track record as an implementer who thrives on managing a variety of key initiatives concurrently Relationship builder with the flexibility and finesse to "manage by influence" High energy, maturity, and leadership with the ability to serve as a unifying force and to position communications discussions at both the strategic and tactical levels Sincere commitment to work collaboratively with all constituent groups, including staff, board members, volunteers, donors, program participants, and other supporters Self-starter, able to work independently, and entrepreneurial; enjoys creating and implementing new initiatives Federation of Southern Cooperatives/Land Assistance Fund, 2769 Church Street, East Point, GA 30344
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‘The Kevin Hart Irresponsible Tour’ Adds Over 100 New Dates Across North America, Europe, Australia And Asia Massive Comedy Tour To Hit All New Major Cities Across the Globe Throughout 2018 Tickets On Sale To General Public For Most Cities Starting Wednesday, January 31 Lifestyle/Entertainment News
LOS ANGELES (Jan 29, 2018) – Today, Kevin Hart announced he is expanding his widely successful and massively hysterical ‘The Kevin Hart Irresponsible Tour,’ adding over 100 new dates across the U.S., Canada, Europe, Australia and Asia. Produced by Live Nation, the new dates will kick off March 23 in Baltimore, MD and hit all new cities including New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Toronto, Paris, London, Sydney, Auckland, Singapore, and more. See below for full routing and on sale details. Regional tickets will go on sale as follows: North America • Tickets for the newly added dates will go on sale to the general public starting Wednesday, January 31 at 12pm ET at LiveNation.com Hart’s last multi-city domestic and international WHAT NOW comedy tour sold out large venues all over the world,
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including being the first comedian to sell out an NFL stadium, selling over 50,000 tickets in one show at Lincoln Financial Field. Internationally, he sold out over a dozen arenas in the European market, selling over 150,000 tickets, and sold out arenas across Australia, selling 100,000 tickets. Hart’s hit comedy tour grossed over $100 million worldwide. 2017 was a banner year for Hart, his memoir I Can’t Make This Up: Life Lessons debuted at Number
Casting News! Jennifer Hudson Tapped To Star In MGM’s Aretha Franklin Biopic Apparently, the Queen of Soul hand-picked the Oscar winner herself.
One on the New York Times Bestseller list and remained on the list for ten consecutive weeks. The book also topped records on the Audible platform, selling over 100,000 copies in the first five weeks. Earlier in the year Hart voiced a title character in Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie. To close 2017, Kevin appeared in the Sony reboot of the classic film Jumanji alongside Dwayne Johnson and Jack Black. Jumanji has been Kevin’s highest grossing box
office release to date, the movie has made over $800 million worldwide. Hart’s newest business venture is his digital platform the LOL NETWORK - Laugh Out Loud, the comedy brand and multiplatform network founded by Hart in partnership global content leader Lionsgate. Hart’s next feature film is Night School for Universal, a film in which he cowrote, produces and stars in - all under the Hartbeat production banner. The comedy follows a group of misfits who are forced to attend adult classes in the longshot chance they’ll pass the GED exam. About Live Nation Entertainment Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com
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- The President called a meeting with two Senators who, at his request two days earlier, crafted an immigration agreement that addressed the needs of DACA recipients, and on which legislators on both sides of the aisle could agree. They showed up to the meeting with their proposal only to learn that the President a.) had also invited the most virulent opponents to DACA and immigration reform, b.) was no longer interested in their compromise, which would shield some young immigrants from deportation and fund his border wall, and c.) was angered that they would even bring such a proposal to him. - The President reported in an interview that he had a good relationship with North Korean President, Kim Jong Un. - In a meeting about DACA and Immigration Reform, the President allegedly said that Haitians should be “moved out,” called African nations s***holes, and wondered aloud why more people from Norway didn’t immigrate to the U.S. I remember being overwhelmed. This was one day.
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- The President tweeted out his opposition, and then support, for a section of a surveillance bill that his entire party was ready vote for that morning. The tweet, and his sudden shift, were confusing and angered his supporters.
We have become a nation having to process too much information -- bad information - every single day. Source: NBC / Getty It looks like Jennifer Hudson could see another Oscar in her future! The singer and award-wining actress has been tapped to play Aretha Franklin in an upcoming biopic about the iconic singer’s life. According to Deadline, the announcement was made during Clive Davis’ pre-Grammy party on Saturday night. As Davis introduced the Oscar and Grammy winner to sing a couple songs on stage, he also told the audience of Jennifer’s new role. So how does the Queen of Soul feel about this casting news? Pretty good, since she handpicked Jennifer herself. So it’s ALL Aretha approved!!! Obviously, Aretha is definitely worthy of a movie centered on her glorious and history-making career. As the New York Daily News pointed out, “Franklin, 75, has had a legendary career in the music world that spans more than 60 years. She’s racked up
44 Grammy nominations and 18 wins over the years, and earned the Grammy Legend Award in 1991 and the Lifetime Achievement Award three years later.” Oh, and she was also the first woman to ever be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987. This film has been a long time coming too. The biopic is reportedly based on Franklin’s 1998 memoir, “Aretha: From These Roots,” and has been in the works since at least 2011, Entertainment Weekly reported. Deadline adds that Straight Outta Compton‘s producer Scott Bernstein and music producer Harvey Mason Jr., who has worked with Franklin and also produced music for the film Dreamgirls, are attached to the film. However, there is no director of screenwriter attached as of yet. Hopefully, they will ask a Black female director to run the show! We cannot wait to see this film!
“SNL” Comedian Leslie Jones
NEW YORK (AP) — Super fan Leslie Jones is returning to the Olympics. The “Saturday Night Live” comedian is joining NBC’s coverage of the Pyeongchang Olympics as a contributor, reprising her role from the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Games. The network said Tuesday that Jones will attend Olympic events, meet athletes and spread her enthusiasm for the games on television and online. The games run Feb. 9-25. Jones posted a photo on Twitter of her dressed in red, white and blue gear while working out on an exercise machine with the caption, “Guess What Time It is Y’all!!!!! And Guess Where
I’m Going!!!!! Slay All Day USA!!!!!!!” During the Rio Games, Jones had been live-tweeting while watching the games in the U.S. and posted a video of herself decked out in the American flag and wearing plastic gold medals. Upon seeing it, NBC Olympics president Jim Bell invited her to Rio. Bell says: “Experiencing the Olympics through the lens of Leslie is unlike anything else. Her passion for Team USA is contagious, and her adventures in South Korea should be fascinating.” Jones was an Emmy nominee for “SNL” and hosted last year’s BET Awards.
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Singer John Legend and model Chrissy Teigen are having boy! Teigen announced the news on her Instagram with a picture of herself from Grammys red carpet. Her post read, “mama and her baby boy.” In the picture, Teigen is smil-
ing in a shimmering silver dress while holding her stomach. This will be the second child for Legend and Teigen and fans couldn’t be more happy for them. Looks like Luna is going to have to get ready for big sister duties!
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Our tendency is to adjust to the new norm. Don’t. This isn’t normal.
None of us has the capacity to process everything that is happening. It comes at breakneck speed. Any one of the items I mentioned above would seriously sideline any previous administration for days, if not weeks at a time. Now, we get about an hour to process it before the next devastating piece of news breaks. Meanwhile, the government is threatening a shut down. Meanwhile, immigrants are being detained and forcibly removed from their places of employment, homes, and families without even being able to say goodbye to children and loved ones. Meanwhile, Medicare and Medicaid and Healthcare options are being utterly eroded. Don’t adjust. We can’t let this begin to feel normal. It is a mess of apocalyptic proportions, and we will want to grow comfortable within it. We just can’t let ourselves do that. Peace advocates looking to build a just world for all, and who remain fully committed to practicing love of neighbor and love of self must be vigilant in this time. We cannot let the machinations that are unfolding lull us into a belief that this is just a new way of living in the world. It hurts like hell to see this – and every one of these actions and decisions has staggeringly painful consequences and we will lose some capacity to deal with it all. But we will not give up. We will not tire or flag in zeal for mustering our courage in the struggle. And we will not reach a point where this begins to feel normal. With God on our side, we will continue to speak and live through the power of a love that can and will conquer all. We shall, we shall, we shall overcome.
"The Importance of Remembering and Being Reminded of Truth Black History!” By: Lou Coleman-Yeboah
Lou Coleman-Yeboah Yes, we need to remember the importance of what we believe. We need to be stirred up, and gripped by the reality of it. For we should never, no never! Forget the toils and dangers. We should always cherish them and tell the history of our suffering in the cause of freedom. For if we have no memory, we are adrift because memory anchors us to the past, interprets the present, and charts a course for the future. And so, being reminded of the truth is critical. Don’t let the deceitfulness choke your life so as to forget where you came from. Remember what you know. Remember the day we came out of Egypt. [Matthew 13:22]. It’s in the Word [Deuteronomy Chapter 8]. Moses was having a little talk with the Israelites, they were getting ready to come up, out of 40 years of being in the wilderness, yeah, 40 years of trials, tribulations, and hardships and they were getting ready, to enter the blessed land of Canaan, but before it was time to go, God wanted them to be reminded of a few things, Moses says, first of all, that thou shall remember, the long way that God has bought thee, remember, where you came from, and he says that it was to test thee, to humble thee, to prove what was in thine heart, whether thou would keep thy commandments or not, as God’s chosen people. We are to remember…lest we become tempted to return
back to our old way of life. You see, every time Israel forgot what Egypt was really like, they got the itch to go back. For this reason God asked them to have an annual event to “remember the day they came out of Egypt! The importance of remembering and being reminded of truth - BLACK HISTORY! Know that without remembering the past we have no future, and present comes meaningless. Past victories gives us hope for the future when we need it in the present! Don’t forget to Remember! You see, the Bible commands that one generation should praise the Lord’s works to another [Psalm 145:4] The Bible commands that fathers should teach the history of Israel and the wonderful works of God to the children, so that future generations would know God’s acts in history, and “set their hope in God, and not forget the works of God” [Psalm 78:1-70]. The Bible commands believers to “Remember the days of old” and what took place in previous generations, so that it might inform our current realities [ Deuteronomy 32:7]. This generation and future generations need to understand what God has done in previous generations to deliver His people from darkness and bring them into the light. The Christian slaves understood that they were grafted into the family of Abraham and they made Israel’s story, their story. How did the slaves endure, overcome, and find hope while being in physical bondage for over 200 years? They learned the story of Israel having been delivered from Egyptian slavery. They heard sermons based on the story. They originated songs based on the story. Don't forget to remember – BLACK HISTORY!
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UN Housing Official Shocked by L.A.’s Homelessness Nearly 58,000 people are homeless in Los Angeles County, according to a 2017 count — up from 20 percent from the year before. By Charles Davis
Photos by Charles Davis “You almost forget you’re in Los Angeles,” Leilani Farha remarked, looking up at a shabby hotel with a cartoon palm tree on its sign — a reminder of Southern California, the dream, in a part of the city better known as a nightmare. Skid Row is a place thousands of people sleeping in tents call home. The United Nations’ special rapporteur on housing, Farha stepped over trash and around the many people camped out on the sidewalks in a quest to better understand this otherworldly America, just blocks from luxury condos. “I need to understand that world,” Farha had said a couple of hours earlier, Wednesday, at a public forum hosted by the Los Angeles Community Action Network, a Skid Row advocacy group. Appointed in 2014, the human rights lawyer and head of the nonprofit Canada Without Poverty was in town to identify obstacles to the realization of “the right to adequate housing and land.” She received an education, with people from across
the region telling her what is like for them to sleep in cars and tents in a place oft-sold as paradise. The obstacles were readily apparent within minutes: too little affordable housing and too many police. “It’s not illegal to be homeless,” said Kim Sandoval, “but everything we do is illegal.” Sandoval lives in Orange County, where every city has an ordinance against sleeping on the sidewalks; even publicly feeding the homeless is officially discouraged in some parts of Orange County. The most extreme form of poverty is effectively, if not literally, criminalized — one man testified that he committed a minor crime just so he could sleep legally — in a jail cell. “I’ve been out here 15 years,” Sandoval said. “Not proud of it. In and out of state [prison]. In and out of county [jail]. I’m also a drug addict who is now slowly recovering. But every day is a fight for me. I shouldn’t have to fight for
where I live; where I want to lay my head.” Sandoval said she’s on a list to receive permanent supportive housing, but that she’s been on it for a year. In the meantime, no landlords want her state-provided vouchers for rent — not when there are plenty of other potential tenants with reliable, expendable incomes in one of the country’s least affordable housing markets. “Everybody has to remember they’re one paycheck away from this,” she said. She sleeps outside a courthouse. It’s no better by the coast. David Busch said he has been homeless since 1994. “I’ve slept on the street the entire time,” he said. It’s never been this bad, however. “What we have in Venice Beach is a combination of the two deadliest things toward homeless people in America today: Inflated real estate and high tech.” He noted the presence of companies such as Google, Facebook and Snapchat in the former hippie enclave now called
“Silicone Beach.” The increased presence of multinational tech giants has allegedly corresponded with increased police harassment of the homeless. Busch said he was arrested for maintaining a porta-potty — ostensibly for reasons for public health, but likely to exacerbate an ongoing public health crisis. “We know that here in California we have an epidemic of encampments and along with that we have an epidemic of Hepatitis A,” he recounted. Indeed, between March and October 2017, almost 600 Hepatitis A cases were reported, mostly in San Diego. As PBS reported, in a typical year the state sees just 180 cases. “The way to deal with homeless people is not to criminalize them,” Busch said. “The way to deal with encampments is to provide us with services: education, food, clothing and shelter.” In March 2017, Los Angeles County voters approved a ballot measure that was sold as a means to pursue that gentler approach,
with a quarter-cent sales-tax hike that would raise over $1 billion in three years to fund services for the homeless, including 10,000 units of affordable housing. But the extent of the problem far exceeds the proposed solutions. Nearly 58,000 people are homeless in Los Angeles County, according to a 2017 count — a 23 percent increase from the year before. “The reason for the number of people living in encampments and in their vehicles is very simple,” Shayla Myers, an attorney with the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles, testified at the forum. “The City of Los Angeles is 560,000 units short of affordable housing for very lowand extremely low-income households.” Myers said city officials talk the right talk, while primarily concerning themselves with the wishes of the well-to-do, especially when touting urban renewal that results in gentrification. According to Myers, instead of treating the presence of thou-
sands sleeping on its streets as an emergency, a city that’s hosting the Olympics in 2028 has “doubled down on its commitment to seizing and destroying people’s property.” The stated reason is cleanliness and disease, but the embraced solution is myopic and cruel, placing “the onus of public health, of alleviating the public health crisis, on unhoused people.” Farha, who is preparing a report for the UN on informal settlements, shook her head throughout the testimony. After two hours, she’d heard enough. “How the fuck did we get here?” she asked, apologizing for her profanity. It’s just that, she expained, “the fight is so base. In the frickin’ richest country, a relatively stable democracy, it’s so base — I mean, fighting for the right to sit; fighting for the right to shit; fighting for the right to sleep, in a tent.” “People are being annihilated here,” she continued. “I have my work cut out for me.”
The Black Press and the NAACP Join Forces Kroger Names Steve McKinney Senior Kroger Names Steve McKinney Senior Vice to Address Issues Affecting the Black Vice President of Retail Divisions, President of Retail Divisions, Monica Garnes President of Fry's Division...continued Community...continued from page 1 Monica Garnes President of Fry's our people,” Wilson said. “We also have to support [Black] businesses.” Wilson added that Black consumers have to let go of the stereotype that Black businesses are inferior to White businesses. Wilson also noted that African Americans aren’t receiving a fair shake from the federal government and, in her city, finances are a challenge she’s trying to meet head-on. “Many of the answers depended on the state, but last night, a light bulb went on and it was that we can’t wait on the Republican governor to save Gary,” she said. “So, I said to my team that whatever the governor does
or doesn’t do, we are going into the war room and we will stay there and not come out until we have a plan.” Wilson joined Russell, Johnson, Chavis and Leavell in advocating for a strong relationship between the NAACP and the Black Press. “If Black newspapers didn’t tell our stories, no one ever would have,” said Russell, echoing the founders of the Black Press, Samuel E. Cornish and John B. Russwurm who stated 191 years ago: “We wish to plead our own cause. Too long have others spoken for us. Too long has the public been deceived by misrepresentations, in things which concern us dearly.”
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CINCINNATI, Jan. 30, 2018 / PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced leadership promotions to support Restock Kroger. Steve McKinney, currently president of the Fry's Food Stores division, has been promoted to senior vice president of retail divisions for the company, effective February 5. Monica Garnes, currently corporate vice president of produce-floral merchandising, will succeed Mr. McKinney as president of the Fry's division. Steve McKinney Promoted to Senior Vice President of Retail Divisions Mr. McKinney began his career with Kroger in 1981 as a clerk for Florida Choice Supermarkets, a former Kroger banner. While there, he advanced to store manager, buyer and field representative. In 1988, he joined Fry's in Phoenix, Arizona and served in various leadership positions, including deli director and executive director of operations. He was named vice president of operations for Fry's in 1998. In 2006, Mr. McKinney was named vice president of operations for Kroger's Southwest division. In 2007, he was named vice president of operations for the company's Ralphs division. Mr. McKinney was named president of Fry's in 2013. "Steve's nearly 37 years of Kroger experience and deep knowledge of food retail will help our divisions continue to execute with excellence," said Mike Donnelly, Kroger's executive vice president and chief operating officer. "Steve has always been passionate about
creating uplifting associate and customer experiences. We look forward to him joining our senior leadership team as we continue to drive Restock Kroger." Monica Garnes Named President of Fry's Division Ms. Garnes launched her career with Kroger in 1995 when she joined the management training program in the Columbus division. She held a variety of leadership roles in her 23-year career with the company, including human resources coordinator, produce buyer, store manager, public affairs manager, and district manager before advancing to produce-floral merchandiser in the division. Ms. Garnes was promoted to vice president of merchandising for the Fry's division in 2013, and named to her current role in 2015. "Monica is a recognized leader in our business and across the industry," said Mr. Donnelly. "She combines a willingness to embrace fresh ideas with a keen business savvy that yields real results. As the company's first African-American division president, we are excited to have Monica drive and influence change in our company through her expertise and perspective, and we are eager for her to bring her passion for people and results to Fry's." Ms. Garnes was twice-named one of the Top Women in Grocery by Progressive Grocer magazine and has been recognized as one of the "Most Innovative Women in Food and Drink" by Fortune and Food & Wine magazines. Ms. Garnes has supported the community as a member of the United Way's Women of Tocqueville and Herbert R. Brown Society. She currently serves on the United Way of Greater Cincin(continued in next 2 columns)
nati Board of Directors, Mount St. Joseph University Board of Trustees, and Lucky's Market Board of Trustees. Fry's is headquartered in Tolleson, Arizona. The company operates 123 stores and employs more than 22,000 associates. At The Kroger Co., we are dedicated to our purpose: to Feed the Human Spirit™. We are 453,000 associates who serve nearly nine million customers every day in 2,793 retail food stores under a variety of local banner names in 35 states and the District of Columbia. Our Family of Companies operates an expanding ClickList offering – a personal-
ized order online service – in addition to 2,258 pharmacies, 783 convenience stores, 307 fine jewelry stores, 222 retail health clinics, 1,472 supermarket fuel centers and 38 food production plants in the United States. Our Company has been recognized as one of America's most generous companies for our support of more than 100 Feeding America food bank partners, breast cancer research and awareness, the military and their families, and more than 145,000 community organizations including schools. As a leader in supplier diversity, we are a proud member of the Billion Dollar Roundtable.
Skin Color, Not Credit Risk, Tied to Auto Finance, Says Report...continued from page 3 that burdens Blacks and other consumers of color. “Too often the people in this situation are people of color whose neighborhoods have been starved of investment and whose ability to move to neighborhoods that better connect them to opportunity has been constrained by discriminatory policies and practices. And too often, when they seek a loan to finance an auto purchase, they face discrimination again.” The Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) makes it illegal for creditors to discriminate against credit applicants based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, or age. Under this law, consumers have the right to: · Know whether your application was accepted or rejected within 30 days of filing a complete application. · Know why your application was rejected. The creditor must tell you the specific reason for the rejection or that you are entitled to learn the reason if you ask within 60 days. An acceptable reason might be: “your income was too low” or “you haven’t been employed long enough.” An unacceptable reason might be “you didn’t meet our minimum standards.” That information isn’t specific enough.
· Learn the specific reason you were offered less favorable terms than you applied for, but only if you reject these terms. For example, if the lender offers you a smaller loan or a higher interest rate, and you don’t accept the offer, you have the right to know why those terms were offered. A second federal law, Unfair, deceptive, or abusive acts and practices (UDAAP) went into effect with the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform Act. Under UDAAP financial product and service providers are not allowed to coerce or deceive consumers into making unwanted purchases. They are also not allowed to mislead consumers through specific statements or through a lack of clear and full disclosure. “NFHA’s investigation is timely and underscores the need to maintain strong anti-discriminatory protections and enforcement, including the Consumer Bureau’s indirect auto lending guidance that addresses discriminatory pricing in the auto financing market, “said Mike Calhoun, President of the Center for Responsible Lending. “We commend NFHA for their incredible work and urge lawmakers at the state and federal level to use their power to fight against this type of unlawful discrimination and financial abuse.”
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SBCUSD Administrative Office On The Move Community Education News
All San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) administrative offices housed at the Board of Education building, 777 North F Street, are relocating to other offices across the city, making way for a major renovation project expected to last approximately nine months. Services to the public will not be interrupted when the Board of Education building closes sometime within the next few months. The majority of departments will keep their existing telephone and fax numbers. The District’s main switchboard will remain (909) 381-1100. The two-story building has served as the District’s headquarters for decades and has undergone only minor renovations. The remodeling project will include a new heating and air conditioning system, electrical and fire alarm system, abatement of hazardous materials, and new security features, as well as the remodeling of the Community Room, where the Board of Education traditionally meets. This year-long renovation will bring the building into compliance with modern construction codes. State redevelopment funds, not local bond funds, are financing this project. The majority of Board of Education offices will relocate to the Professional Development Center, located at 4030 Georgia Blvd. in San Bernardino’s north end.
District’s efforts to consolidate services into a new, leased office building located at 781 West 2nd Street in San Bernardino. The full list of departments moving to the SBCUSD Welcoming Resource Center on West 2nd Street include: Accounting Services
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first and third Tuesday of the month. Agendas, which include the meeting location, will continue to be posted on the District’s website at www.sbcusd.com prior to the meetings. Occupying portables at the 777 North F Street property will be:
Student Services Division
The Board of Education will begin holding public meetings at the San Bernardino International Airport Authority in March. The Board will continue to meet on the
Federal Law Allowing Slavery In California By Bishop Noel Jones, Pastor, City of Refuge Los Angeles You may be surprised to learn that under the 13th Amendment of the United States Constitution, California inmates are considered slaves and are treated as indentured servants by definition. As of December 27, 2017, there were approximately 118,232 individuals incarcerated in California prisons. California budged for 7,700 positions for the California Prison Industry Authority (CALPIA); of-which 6,000 are incarcerated men and women who volunteer to work in manufacturing jobs such as building equipment and furniture, not to mention making license plates, for which CALPIA has a virtual monopoly in California. These prison workers are paid $.40 - $1.00 per hour. Then there are approximately 29 who work in private industries via public/private partnerships and are paid a minimum wage. All other regular prisoners are paid $.08 - $.37 an hour for cooking, cleaning, and other state prison services. Prisoners who volunteer and are qualified to be trained and serve as firefighters, and work side-by-side with our brave professional firefighters, are paid only $2 a day plus $1 an hour. In California, they have provided approximately 3 million person-hours responding to fires and other emergencies and 7 million person-hours in community service projects, saving California and the state’s taxpayers approximately $100 million. Many have lost their lives protecting the lives of others. Some argue that treating inmates as indentured servants is fair because they get free medical care and room and board. When you consider that California taxpayers pays up to $75,000 for each adult inmate, and that out of their low wages the state deducts up to 80% for taxes, restitution, room and board, and other costs associated with the prisoner’s criminal processing and incarceration; this argument has no merit. Further, under federal law all inmates are considered slaves and not “employees” as such their salaries are not considered earned income. Thus they are subjected to “legal financial obligation” (LFO), and their wages are subject to personal income taxes but they do not qualify for unemployment benefits, child care tax credit, or Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), which could net their families up to $12,500 in refunds. Here’s a kicker – private companies that enter into an agreement with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) to employ and train California prisoners get a 10% tax break. In essence, these men and women are serving out their criminal sentences as indentured servants
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who pay taxes, without representation. Equally inequitable, this unfair and unjust system continues to deny former inmates, who have served their time and are productive, tax paying citizens, from voting because their crime was considered a felony. And inmates who qualify to vote are not institutionally encourage and provided the opportunity to register and vote as part of their civic education while incarcerated. This is especially unfair when their crime may not be a felony under existing California law, they are required to pay taxes, and the state has failed to protect their freedom of speech. The Governor’s budget preserves the Conservation (Fire) Camp Program, and inmates who volunteer to participate in CALPIA’s Career Technical Education (CTE) programs can earn industry-accredited certifications. Programs includes computer coding, computer-aided design (AutoCAD), pre-apprentice carpentry, pre-apprentice construction labor, ironworking, commercial diving, and culinary and facilities maintenance. CTE graduates have some of the lowest recidivism rates, a cumulative 7.13% (as opposed to the 65% recidivism rate for other California inmates) proving that this strategy has an economic and moral benefit. The Governor’s budget also includes funding to establish a Firefighter Training and Certification Program, to provide ex-offenders with education and training to become firefighters employed by the California Conservation Corps with base wages and benefits consistent with other corps members. Proving that rehabilitation programs, when coupled with career education programs, work extremely well. However, billions were saved over the years by allowing prison overcrowding and scarce mental and health care, (according to the 2011 United States Supreme Court in Brown vs. Plata). Further the shifting of inmates to the county and to the streets also saved money, but with insufficient reentry programs the result was increased crime. The millions recently invested as a result of prison realignment is appreciated but woefully inadequate. Based on various studies, punishment without rehabilitation and reintegration into society does not reduce recidivism nor address the loss of life and property associated with cycles of incarceration, early release, assault, murder, theft, or other crimes and back to prison only to start the process over again. We must ask ourselves who benefits from continuing this failed practice – and at what cost, especially given that time has proven that the historical strategies of perpetuating (continued in next 2 columns)
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· Safety/Emergency Management—Portable 4 · Workers’ Compensation— Portable 5 The SMART building, 793 North E Street in San Bernardino, is home to the Information Technology Department and now also houses the Purchasing Department. Jones Elementary School, 700 North F Street in San Bernardino, will be home to the Employee Relations and Affirmative Action Departments.
Federal Law Allowing California...continued slavery through massive incarceration of men and women is not humane, moral, or economically productive. Solution: California does not have to follow the 13th Amendment and treat inmates as slaves and indentured servants. California can treat inmates justly and fairly, pay them market wages, invest in programs that save the lives of inmates and victims, provide the same level of heath care afford to all Califor-
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nia and undocumented resident and allow them their constitutional right to vote. (Colossians 4:1) The Legislative Black Caucus should introduce legislation that allows all free men and women to vote (including ex-inmates with felonies), issue a $25 billion tax exemption bond for prison reform or property tax bonds to fund prison rehabilitation, eliminate taxes on inmate salaries, pay them a progressive minimum wage, and allow them to accumulate workers compensation and unemployment benefits.
Treasurer Announces Next Steps in Exploring Creation of a Public Bank to Serve State’s Cannabis Industry State/Government News SACRAMENTO – California State Treasurer John Chiang today announced next steps in determining the potential of a public bank to service the cannabis industry in California. The Treasurer, along with the Attorney General’s Office, will conduct a methodical and disciplined evaluation structured as a two-part feasibility study. The Treasurer’s Office will handle the operational portion of the study. The Attorney General’s Office will handle the legal portion. The completed study will answer questions about costs, benefits, risks, and legal and regulatory issues, including capitalization, deposit insurance, and access to interbank transfers of funds. The Treasurer today took the first step in this process by issuing a Request for Information, or RFI, to get the expert help needed to establish the scope of the feasibility study. Below is a transcript of the Treasurer’s prepared comments delivered to media during Tuesday’s teleconference phone call. Good morning … The idea of a public bank is not a new one. Public banks have a long history – both in our country and internationally. In the early 15th Century, the first well-known public bank was established in Genoa, Italy. Its mission was simply, “to eradicate certain bad practices of bankers, who are so devoted to their own interest that they barely blush as they ruin the public good.” Today, the interest in public banks is gaining traction for many of the same reasons that hooked the people of Genoa 600 years ago. We see deepening public dissatisfaction and cynicism over the private banking system – a dissatisfaction that can be traced to the financial excesses
of Wall Street, which triggered the worst recession since the Great Depression. Untold numbers of people lost their homes, their jobs and their retirement savings. And … this bad behavior by banks has continued up to the present date. Wells Fargo’s wanton greed and institutional negligence victimized 3.5 million people who saw bogus accounts opened in their names. But Wells Fargo is not the only bad actor. There have been too many recent instances of banks manipulating markets, aiding and abetting tax evasion, excluding entire segments of the population, and predatory lending. And the beat goes on … It should surprise no one that more and more Californians are seeking a better alternative. One that puts their interests first, rather than last. History suggests that people support the idea of a public bank whenever private banks fail to serve community interests. That was the case in 1919 when the Bank of North Dakota was founded. Private banks failed to promote agriculture, commerce and industry in the rural state, so the public bank was created. We find ourselves in a similar state today. We are contending with the emergence of a multi-billion dollar cannabis industry that needs banking services, and a private banking industry that is stymied by federal law in meeting the needs of the new industry. As happened in North Dakota, this failure to reckon with unmet needs could well turn out to be the catalyst that vaults public banking into a reality here in the Golden State. We all know that the lack of banking services affects government taxes and forces the cannabis industry to operate in cash. This creates hardships and poses dangers to cannabis entrepre(continued in next 2 columns)
The Employee Development Department is now located at Indian Springs High School with a new phone number of (909) 3811110. And, the Chief Business Officer and her Business Services staff have moved to the Facilities/Maintenance & Operations building, 956 West 9th Street in San Bernardino. Several other departments now located at the West Highland Administrative Annex (WHAA) near Medical Center Drive are also moving as part of the
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Treasurer Announces Next Steps in Exploring Creation of a Public Bank to Serve State’s Cannabis Industry...continued neurs, their employees and the general public. It was with this in mind that I created the 18-member Cannabis Banking Working Group a little more than a year ago. The group held six public meetings throughout California between December 2016 and August 2017 and heard from nearly 50 panelists. In each of these meetings, we also heard from the public. The response was overwhelming. A dominant topic of conversation was the idea of creating a public bank. Today we are taking the next steps in determining the practical considerations that could lead to the creation of a public bank. Is there a solution there? Maybe. Or is it like a potato chip? It tastes good going down, but is ultimately of no nutritional value. The next steps involve a methodical and disciplined evaluation structured as a two-part feasibility study. The Attorney General’s Office has agreed to do the legal portion of the study. My office will handle the operational portion. The completed study will answer questions about costs, ben-efits, risks, and legal and regulatory issues, includ-ing the needs for capitalization, deposit insurance, and access to interbank transfers of funds. We want California to get the most bang for its buck. So today I am issuing a Request for Information, or RFI, to get the expert help we need to establish the scope of our feasibility study. I want to thank the Attorney General’s Office for agreeing to perform the legal portion of this study. We need answers to legal issues surrounding the regulation of a state bank for cannabis, such as whether establishing such a bank would provide greater protection for the institution and its customers.
The operational portion will need to answer several questions, including whether the bank should be an eBank or brick-and-mortar and how will the bank be funded? I want to conclude by saying that California -- and other states -- will need to lead when it comes to bringing the cannabis industry out of the shadows so that it can be properly regulated to prevent sales to minors, to protect the public’s health and safety, and ensure cannabis businesses behave as legitimate, tax-paying members of our economy. Attorney General Jeff Sessions made this crystal clear when he said earlier this month that he would scrap Obamaera cannabis guidelines that essentially remove cannabis from the list of federal drug enforcement priorities. The current administration is out of step with the will of the people … not only those in California, but the 29 states that have legalized either or both medicinal and recreational-use cannabis. The recent action taken by Attorney General Sessions threatens us with new national divisiveness and casts into turmoil a newly established industry that is creating jobs and tax revenues. Until the slow, clunking machinery of the federal government catches up with the values and will of the people it purportedly serves, states like California will continue to both resist, and more importantly, to lead. The action we are taking today is the next step in that leadership role for California. Thank you. For more news, please follow the Treasurer on Twitter at @CalTreasurer, and on Facebook at California State Treasurer's Office.