Don’t Miss the POSTDNESEEWRTS WEEKLY Neighborhood Watch Meeting in Apple Valley January 23 See ad on Page 11 for more inAffotermr 3a0tionThur., January 1, 2018 Weekly News of General Interest to High Desert, Rural & Mountain areas of San Bernardino County since 2012 $45/year by Vol. 7, No. 1 subscriptionGovernment • Business • Economics • Real Estate • Community Events • Education • Social Concerns • Opinions • DesertNewsPost.com BUSINESS & JOBS Family Assistance Program Holds Grand Opening Celebration for “FamSpot” Small Business Vi c t o r v i l l e ’s Optimism in Family Assis- FROM STAFF REPORTS Nation Hits Near tance Program All-Time High was very busy Says NFIB P. 3 in December. Best Jobs for Workers Who Want On December 13, they to Get Ahead in 2018, Many with held a comedy night fun- No College Degree Required P. 2 draiser at the Wine Seller in Apple Valley. And, the DEVELOPMENT next day they held an open house for their new “FAM New Apple Valley Spot” youth drop-in center. Hotel Made The FAM Spot pro- Possible Through vides a positive environ- Reimbursed ment and offers tools to Tax Program P. 5 help youth reach their full Big Lots 1.3 Million Sq.ft. potential, in a safe environ- A ribbon cutting was held to celebrate the opening of the the Family Assistance Program’s Distribution Center Project Breaks ment to build healthy rela- new Fam Spot. Ground in Apple Valley P. 5 tionships. Some activities offered DMV Reminds COMMUNITY include educational field Motorists of trips, theme park and sport New 2018 Laws Desert Manna field trips, online tutoring Opens Non-Profit (provided by School-On- Family Assistance Executive Director Darryl Evey speaks With the new year just Mercantile Store in Wheels), and community with County Supervisor Representative Reginal Weath- around the corner, the Cali- Downtown involvement and outreach, erspoon-Bell, Victorville Mayor Gloria Garcia and County fornia Department of Motor Barstow P. 8 all at no cost to the youth. Supervisor Robert Lovingood during the grand opening. Vehicles (DMV) wants to CHiPs Toys 4 Kids Program A rec room and computer inform the public of sev- Collects over 300 Toys Annually lab are available, includ- eral new laws or changes and Gives to Needy Children P. 6 ing free snacks and WiFi. to existing law that, unless Youth ages 12-21 are invit- otherwise noted, take effect California Commentary: ed to hang Tuesday – Sat- January 1, 2018. urday from 2pm-8pm. Don’t let California Cannabis Use in Vehi- Become Chicago Every Thursday at 3:30 cles (SB 65, Hill): This law are alternating between the prohibits smoking or ingest- By Jon Coupal two topics: Anger Man- ing marijuana or marijuana products while driving or Well, it hap- Continued on page 6 riding as a passenger inpened again. Home- a vehicle. The DMV willowners in Chicago CSUSB Model UN Team Earns Top assign negligent operatornow face yet an- Awards at Canada Conference point counts for this viola-other property tax T he Cal State San tion. In addition to the Cali-increase to pay for Bernardino Model BY staff reports fornia Driver Handbook,the city’s mounting United Nations team the DMV also will revisepension debt. Local Jon Coupal spent its Thanksgiv- the Motorcycle Handbooktaxpayers have already been slammed ing holiday at Banff National and the DMV’s website towith nearly $1.1 billion in property tax Park for the 2017 National include information relatingincreases, primarily for police, fire andteacher pensions. That’s on top of a 29 Continued on page 12percent tax on water and sewer billsto save the Municipal Employees pen- ATTENTIONsion fund; a 56 percent telephone tax USS IOWAhike in 2014 and another 28.2 percent Crewmembersnext year for the Laborers fund. Other“revenue enhancements” include a Please Participate innew garbage collection fee, a bag tax, Our Survey for Healthand increases in water, sewer and city & Wellbeing! See page 18 Continued on Page 13 Model UN-Canada Conference, and brought home top awards for its efforts. The team, representing theVol. 12, No. 1 JANUARY 2018Serving the High Desert since 2007 United States for the first time in the history of the program, earned a Distinguished Delega-PRSRT STD tion Award, and in two of the U.S. POSTAGE four committees it participated CSUB Model United Nations Team at conference in Banff. in, team members earned Out- PAID standing Delegate Awards: participating in committee, conference — indigenous issues VICTORVILLE, CA and proper use of the rules of and climate change. UN General Assembly — procedure.” PERMIT #3 McKenzie Kelly (social sci- “Second, only two of the ence and globalization master’s “This is a huge accom- eight students from the teamDESERT NEWS POST *************ECRWSSEDDM***** student and teaching credential plishment for our program for had ever competed at an inter- postal customer program double major) and Eric a wide range of reasons,” said national NMUN conference 14808 Choco Rd, Apple Valley, CA 92307 Lowe (social science and glo- Kevin Grisham, the program’s and three of the eight had never balization master’s major); and faculty adviser and associate done Model UN until this con- professor of geography and en- ference,” Grisham said. “Lastly, UN Environmental Assem- vironmental studies. “First, we due to one of our team members bly — Rama Al-Shreteh (math- represented the United States, not being able to get a visa to ematics and biology double which given the current policies Canada (i.e., he is an interna- major) and Jeffrey Hutchison being adopted by the current ad- tional student from Pakistan (global studies major). ministration made it incredibly studying at our campus), we had difficult to represent our own to move team members around The National Model country. This is particularly true to different committees two UN’s criteria for its awards in- given the thematic focus of the clude “remaining in character, Continued on page x The Desert News Post publishes a minimum of 5,000 copies weekly and 12,500 copies once per month, and is distributed by subscriptions and controlled rack distribution throughout the areas served, including the entire High Desert, CSDs of Spring Valley Lake & Helendale, and selected Inland Empire locations.
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Small Business Optimism Hits Near All-Time HighNFIB Optimism Index soars past 107, closes in on 1983 record Not since the roaring Reagan econo- are exuberant about the rare 16-point gain number of owners who said it’s a Goodmy has small business optimism been as economy, and they are in Expected Better Time to Expand rose four points; Inven-high nationally as it was in November, ready to lead the U.S. Business Conditions tory Plans increased by three points;according to the National Federation of economy in a period of and a 13-point jump Inventory Satisfaction increased by threeIndependent Business (NFIB) Index of robust growth.” in Sales Expecta- points; and Actual Earnings Trend movedSmall Business Optimism. tions. up two points. “This news is almost bittersweet for “This is the second-highest read- “On the national level, we haven’t California. As reform at the federal level ing in the 44-year history of the Index,” To view the entire NFIB Index ofseen this kind of optimism in 34 years, benefits small businesses across the coun- added NFIB Chief Economist Bill Dun- Small Business Optimism, please vis-and we’ve seen it only once in the 44 try, our job creators have even less incen- kelberg. “The NFIB indicators clearly it www.nfib/sbet. For more informationyears that NFIB has been conducting this tive to remain or grow in California with anticipate further upticks in economic about NFIB, please visit www.nfib.com.research,” said NFIB California Commu- our incredibly high state taxes and labor growth, perhaps pushing up toward fournications Director Shawn Lewis. “Small regulations. As Washington embraces percent GDP growth for the fourth quar- For more than 70 years, the Nationalbusiness owners across the country changes to support our job creators, ter. This is a dramatically different picture Federation of Independent Business has including much-needed tax reform, Sac- than owners presented during the weak been the Voice of Small Business, takingGas Prices Head ramento must answer the call and make 2009-16 recovery. the message from Main Street to the hallsHigher Despite the policy changes to keep struggling small “The change in the management team of Congress and all 50 state legislatures.Big Inventories businesses in our state,” Lewis added. in Washington has dramatically improved NFIB has 350,000 dues-paying members expectations,” Dunkelberg continued. nationally, with over 22,000 in Califor- Despite high gasoline inventories, The Index gained 3.7 points in No- Job Creation plans increased six nia. NFIB annually surveys its memberslocal gas prices have increased in the last vember, a sharp increase over what was points last month, providing more on state and federal issues vital to theirweek at least partly on news of increased already a near-record performance the evidence of a strong labor market. The survival as America’s economic engineCalifornia refinery gasoline exports to previous month. Eight of 10 components and biggest creator of jobs. To learn moreMexico, according to the Automobile posted gains, including a stunning and visit www.NFIB.com/californiaClub of Southern California’s WeekendGas Watch. The retail statewide average Needs Survey Results Show Ranks of High Desert Issuesis $3.13 a gallon for regular unleaded,four cents higher than last Thursday. The Desert News Post (DNP) in 84% of respondents saying this was received a 78% rating. collaboration with the Mojave River a big issue for them. Sixty-one percent of respondents The average price of self-serve reg- Valley Transmitting Emergency As-ular gasoline in the Los Angeles-Long sistance Movement (MRV TEAM), Economic Situation (Income/ said that Education/Job Ready train-Beach area is $3.13 per gallon, which conducted an informal survey during Job & Expenses, including Housing, ing was an a big issue.is four cents more than last Thursday, mid-year 2017. We asked the general etc.) received the second ranking at10 cents lower than last month, and 36 public to respond to several impor- 81%. As this time we are analyzing thecents higher than last year. In San Diego, tant issues affecting our communities responses and intend to publish somethe average price is $3.10, which is three through a Needs Assessment Survey. Community & Safety including of the comments made in upcomingcents higher than a week ago, 10 cents We gathered this information from access to services, and crime issues editions of our newspapers.less than last month, and 32 cents more people and families in all sectors ofthan this time last year. On the Central the community. High Desert NeedsCoast, the average price is $3.15, which Assessment Survey Resultsis two cents higher than last Thursday, The DNP has historically beennine cents lower than last month, and 35 concerned with getting real news High Desert citizens are concerned about all issuescents higher than last year. In Riverside, out to the public. While we live inthe average per-gallon price is $3.06, a beautiful area of our country, we 1) HEALTH & WELLBEING ~ 84%which is two cents higher than last week, also face adversity when it comes 2) ECONOMIC SITUATION ~ 81%10 cents less than last month, and 37 to public services being provided 3) COMMUNITY & SAFETY ~ 78%cents more than at this time last year. by our county. As a newspaper, it is our concern that residents have the 4) EDUCATION ~ 61% “Almost half the country has seen information they need to live a goodgas price jumps in the last week, partly life, and also be prepared in the event In February we will present somebecause the better economy is creating a of a disaster, natural or man-made. specific comments and suggestionsnew all-time record for holiday travel,” made by respondants in the survey.said Auto Club spokesman Jeffrey We asked respondents to rankSpring. ”Here in California, reportedly needs in the High Desert accordingdemand has increased for gasoline ex- to a 1 to 5 scale, with 5 being theports to Mexico, reversing a bit of the highest need.six-week decline in prices at the pump.” The four categories were Health & Wellbeing, Economics, Commu- nity/Safety, and Education. Health & Wellbeing receivedDNP • SAY YOU SAW IT IN DESERT NEWS POST • www.DesertNewsPost.com • ADVERTISING INFO (760) 559-9402 • JANUARY 4, 2018 • 3
Kaiser Permanente Names Kathryn Beiser New Senior V.P. Kaiser Permanente recently an- with APCO Worldwide Kathryn Beiser president of Corporate munication officers, as well as a formernounced that Kathryn Beiser has been and formerly served as Communications for Dis- trustee of the Institute for Public Rela-selected as senior vice president and global chair, Corporate cover Financial Services, tions. She also serves on the board ofchief communications officer for Kai- Practice, for Edelman and spent nearly 20 years Break the Cycle, a nonprofit organiza-ser Foundation Health Plan, Inc. and Public Relations World- with some of the world’s tion aimed at ending domestic violenceHospitals, known as Kaiser Permanente. wide, the world’s larg- leading public relations and promoting healthy relationships est independent public firms, including Burson- among teenagers. Beiser holds a bach- “With the ever-changing health care relations firm. Prior to Marsteller, Golin and Hill elor’s degree in political science fromenvironment and our ongoing transfor- that, she served as ex- & Knowlton. Northwestern University and a mas-mation of health care within Kaiser Per- ecutive vice president, ter’s degree from the Medill School ofmanente, we have many stories to tell Corporate Communica- Beiser is a trustee of Journalism at Northwestern. She beginsand important information to share that tions, for Hilton World- the Arthur W. Page So- her new role at Kaiser Permanente onwill create healthy individuals, healthy wide. She served as vice ciety, the professional January 8, 2018.communities and a healthier America,” organization of chief com-said Bernard J. Tyson, chairman andCEO. “With the addition of Kathy to United Way Worldwide and Wells Fargo Team Up to Address Issuesour team, we will be better prepared tomake healthy lives possible.” United get jobs that support and sponsorship, financial Way World- improve their education programs, and international As chief communications officer, wide recently quality of life. donor advised giving. The companyBeiser will serve on the National Ex- announced This gener- also created a Financial Capabilityecutive Team and be responsible for an $18 mil- ous gift from Network in partnership with Unitedpublic relations, internal and external lion gift from Wells Fargo Way that has helped more than 30,000communications, media relations, issues Wells Fargo will strengthen low-income families take impor-and crisis management, executive com- & Company our ability to tant steps toward financial stability.munications and other communications (NYSE: WFC) to support United build coalitions that help people get Wells Fargo’s annual Communitythat enhance the Kaiser Permanente Way’s efforts to fight for the health, good jobs, support their families and Support Campaign has been Unitedperformance, alignment, brand and education and financial stability of strengthen their communities.” Way’s top corporate campaign everyreputation. every person in every community by To help one million people find year since 2010. More than 100 Wells helping one million people find jobs sustainable employment, United Way Fargo team members serve on local She will serve as communications that allow them to better support their will build on the success of network United Way Boards of Directors.advisor to the CEO, senior leadership families and strengthen their commu- leaders, such as United Way of Greaterand the Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, nities, within five years. Cincinnati, with established job train- About United Way WorldwideInc. and Hospitals Boards of Directors. ing and employment strategies. Its United Way fights for the health, edu-She will also be accountable for the Jobs are vital cornerstones of initiative, Partners for a Competitive cation and financial stability of everydevelopment, maintenance, execution healthy families and communities. Workforce, is a collaboration of more person in every community. Sup-and coordination and measurement of Unfortunately, across society, too than 150 organizations that have pre- ported by 2.9 million volunteers, 9.8the organization’s communication strat- many people – particularly young pared more than 11,000 residents for million donors worldwide and $4.7egy, policies and standards, activities people – lack the skills and training good jobs in growing industries like billion raised every year, United Wayand key messages. In this role, she will needed for the jobs of the 21st century. health care, advanced manufacturing, is the world’s largest privately-fundedwork collaboratively with Permanente According to a study by McKinsey and logistics. nonprofit. We’re engaged in 1,800Medical Group colleagues, labor part- and Co., approximately 75 million “Wells Fargo has made it a pri- communities across more than 40ners, the Kaiser Permanente School of young people are unemployed around ority to help create opportunities countries and territories worldwideMedicine and the Kaiser Permanente the world, and 225 million are un- for economic equity in underserved to create sustainable solutions to thenational marketing function. deremployed. The lack of adequate communities,” said Jon Campbell, challenges facing our communities. education and job training systems is head of Corporate Responsibility and United Way partners include global, “It is a privilege to join Kaiser a leading cause. Community Relations at Wells Fargo. national and local businesses, nonprof-Permanente — a mission-driven orga- “United Way has been a tremendous its, government, civic and faith-basednization at the forefront of fundamen- “United Way fights to ensure that partner for Wells Fargo, and we are organizations, along with educators,tally changing health and health care in every person in every community has proud to support this new initiative to labor leaders, health providers, se-America,” Beiser said. “I am excited to the opportunity to succeed,” said Bri- expand access to steady employment nior citizens, students and more. Forbecome a member of their world-class an Gallagher, President and CEO of which is key to achieving financial more information about United Way,leadership team, as well as have the op- United Way Worldwide. “As part of self-sufficiency and income mobility.” please visit UnitedWay.org. Followportunity to work with such a talented this commitment, we bring together Since 2009, Wells Fargo has con- us on Twitter: @UnitedWay andgroup of communication professionals.” community leaders from across the tributed more than $510 million to #LiveUnited. public, private and non-profit sectors United Way through grants, campaign Currently, Beiser is senior advisor to strengthen education and training Continued on Page 14 programs so that more people can4 • JANUARY 4, 2018 • SAY YOU SAW IT IN DESERT NEWS POST • www.DesertNewsPost.com • FOR ADVERTISING CALL (760) 559-9402 • DNP
Tax Reimbursement Paves Way for Apple Valley Hotel From triathlons to soccer tourna- place just south of Transient Occupan- development to Apple Valley.”ments, air shows to concerts, Apple Bear Valley Road. Desai estimates the hotel will gener-Valley sees as many as 65,000 visitors This is good news cy Tax, commonlyevery year. Unfortunately, overnight for residents who ate approximately $53.9 million duringaccommodations can be as far as 25 clearly indicated referred to as a hotel the first 20 years of operations includingminutes away. business attraction $3.76 million in hotel bed tax. and development bed tax, back to the To fill this gap in local hospitality, were high on the “Only two motels operate in Applethe Apple Valley Town Council has list of priorities in a recent citizen sat- operator over the Valley and generate less than $6,000 inapproved an incentive to a developer, isfaction survey. The agreement allows Transient Occupancy Tax annually. Thisthe Desai Family Trust, to construct a the Town to reimburse a portion of the course of 20 years. is rather surprising considering Apple70-room hotel near Jess Ranch Market- Valley first began as a resort destination Not actual rendering “Developing a at the Apple Valley Inn,” said Acevedo. “In addition to filling the underserved hotel project in Ap- hospitality industry, this project will be ple Valley is a high-risk venture because a great benefit to our citizens by creat- ing jobs, increasing property values and it is an untapped market, miles from the attracting tourism.” visibility and traffic of Interstate-15, The proposed 40,000-square-foot, three-story hotel is estimated to costBig Lots Distribution Project Breaks Ground where nearly all hotels in the region $8.8 to $10.5 million to develop, gen- erating annual property tax revenues of operate,” said Assistant Director of Eco- $100,000 to the town, and employing 20 full-time jobs. The reimbursement nomic Development Orlando Acevedo, agreement is not unique to Apple Val- ley. Loma Linda, Palm Springs and who noted the development will still Cathedral City are just a few of the cities offering a similar rebate program based require environmental and entitlement on hotel size and rating level. reviews before proceeding. “To provide Desai has more than 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry. leverage for additional financing, Mr. Mukesh Desai requested this reimburse- ment that effectively acts as a tax break and reduces operating expenses.” The Town of Apple Valley has is- now controls more than 150 acres in the “We had been tracking the locationsued a grading permit for the approved North Apple Valley Industrial SpecificBig Lots Distribution Center. The 106- Plan, a 6,600-acre area primed for con- for several years, believing the 10-acreacre parcel sits on the southwest corner tinued industrial growth.of Navajo Road and LaFayette Street parcel would be ideal for a hotel,” saidjust south of the Walmart Distribution To learn more about developmentCenter. projects in the Town of Apple Valley, Coldwell Banker Commercial President visit applevalley.org. “The project has officially turned Jason Lamoreaux. “After significant due diligence and market analysis, our cli- ent acquired the site in December 2016 and is looking forward to bringing thisdirt,” said Orlando Acevedo, AssistantDirector of Economic Developmentand Housing. “We are that much closerto seeing many more job opportunitieshere in Apple Valley.”Haskell, a Florida-based engineer-ing and development company, hasbegun pre-site grading for the 1.35million-square-foot distribution center.The center will employ 400-500 jobswhen fully operational in 2019.“The closing of escrow marked asignificant point in the continued prog-ress of the project,” said Acevedo. “Nowthat all state-mandated clearances havebeen met, the excavations have begunfor fencing, parking and the center’sbuilding pad.”During escrow, Mike Harrison, Leeand Associates Ontario, represented theseller, Watson Land Company. WatsonHelping the world hear better Back row: Sally-Chris & Cynthia LicensFerdonHteraoriwng: GAiadrDy-iVspiceknisers & members of their staff •toFsreeee iHf yeoaurcinang bEevhaellupaedtion by Beltone Hearing Aids • Repairs - All Makes • No Referral Needed for Test • Cleaning & Tubing Change • Insurance & Medi-Cal • 0% Financing Available • Report for your Doctor Beltone Hearing Aid Center 17973 Bear Valley Rd., Ste #1 Hesperia, CA 92345 Call for an appointment (760) 956-9780 Open Monday - FridayDNP • SAY YOU SAW IT IN DESERT NEWS POST • www.DesertNewsPost.com • ADVERTISING INFO (760) 559-9402 • JANUARY 4, 2018 • 5
CHiPs Toys 4 Kids Program Gives Over 3000 Toys to Needy Tom Schibusch’s Annual CHiPs Toys 4 Santa presides as Senior Volunteers for the Highway Patrol add incoming gifts Jose Curiel, of HePHsOpTeOrsiab,yaGdadrsy tGoeyosrgtoeKids was held at Gator’s on Bear Valley to the stockpile for needy children. the stock of gifts for needy children.Road on December 1. The Schibuschevent is a corollary to the long running FAM Spot Provides Positive Environment and Tools to Help YouthCHPS Toys 4 Kids effort made by theHighway Patrol and is in its 8th year in Continued from page 1 15075 7th Street, Victorville, CAthe High Desert. Community, a runaway/homeless 92395. For more information on all youth shelter in Redlands, and a programs, call (760) 843-0701, or “One family bought $500 of toys Homeless Youth Street Outreach visit www.familyassist.orgfrom Walgreens to donate,” said Edna Team and Drop-in Center.Walker of the Senior Volunteers for the Comedians helped raise money for the Family Assistance Program.Highway Patrol. They provide assistance with Mike Mumford, PIO for the Highway restraining orders, advocacy, home-Patrol said that all toys donated in the lessness, homeless prevention, rap-High Desert are given to local children. id re-housing, preventative servicesLast year the homeless shelter behind through teen violence classes, fam-the abandoned Target in Victorville ily/group/individual counseling,got 1500 toys for their children for supervised visitation, and the dis-Christmas. tribution of household commodi- ties are just some of the services we “We collect between 3,000 and 5,000 provide to our community in need.toys every year,” said Mumford. The toys are distributed at nine differ- Understanding the diversifiedent centers that include churches and needs of the community, they of-homeless shelters. fer classes, advocacy, and offer various services in both English Mumford said that there were 38 ci- and Spanish.vilian volunteers helping the CHP inVictorville this year with the project. The Fam Spot is located atActor Robert Pine, star of the CHiPsTV show, and Tom Schibusch (bothcenter) have a laugh with a HighwayVolunteers help with the collectionand distribution of the toys. High Desert InstituteLimb SalvageHOURS • Wound Care Physician Apple Valley • Limb Salvation Surgeon Mon. 7am-6pm • Sports Medicine and PathologyTue-Fri 7am - 3pm2nd Sat./mo. 9am-1pm of the Lower ExtremitySan Bernardino • Certified Lymphedema Therapist SEesHpaa~nbolal Wed-Thur-Fri Dr. Norris Morrison D.P.M. 4pm-7pmFoot and Ankle Surgeon • Diabetic Wound SpecialistAPPLE VALLEY SAN BERNARDINO BARSTOW18225 Highway 18 2130 N. Arrowhead Ave #201C 830 W. Main StApple Valley, CA 92307 San Bernardino, CA 92405 Barstow, CA 92311760-242-5096 909-571-4534 760-867-90886 • JANUARY 4, 2018 • SAY YOU SAW IT IN DESERT NEWS POST • www.DesertNewsPost.com • FOR ADVERTISING CALL (760) 559-9402 • DNP
Changing Tax Codes Impact Assistance Dog Services for People with Disabilities Big changes are coming for the2018 tax year after the passage of the The current Walmart on Highway 18 will soon be available to other businesses. and corporate giving, as we continue toTax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, and it Barrow. “But the tax reform in 2018 will place highly-trained assistance dogs withmay be impacting those organizations change the landscape for giving and could people with disabilities.”that need charitable gifts most—those discourage crucial gifts to organizationscharities like Canine Companions for that are changing lives every day. A Canine Companions for Indepen-Independence® that provide life-chang- reduction in giving is concerning for Ca- dence, founded in 1975, is the first anding assistance dogs to children, veterans nine Companions, which relies on private largest provider of assistance dogs forand adults with disabilities entirely free people with disabilities. Each dog and aof charge. pendence he has given me is invaluable. However, charitable gifts given to lifetime of ongoing support is an up to Mork helps me help myself.” Canine Companions by December 31 still $50,000 investment for the organization, “Without Mork, I couldn’t go out of qualify for tax benefits and deductions but are provided entirely free of chargethe house safely, let alone have a job,” According to the Council on Founda- under current law. to recipients. Year-end gifts raise moresays Canine Companions service dog tions, the new tax code’s limitations on funds for Canine Companions than anyrecipient Wallis Brozman. “The inde- itemized deductions including charitable “Charitable giving always comes other time of year. giving will result in a decrease of $16– from the heart,” says Canine Compan-New License Plate $24 billion in charitable giving each year. ions Chief Development Officer Barbara Canine Companions assistanceShows Support for dogs are trained in over 40 advancedCancer Screenings commands to enhance independence, from pulling manual wheelchairs, re- California drivers can now show their trieving credit cards and other items,support for breast cancer screenings by opening doors and alerting to sounds inordering the newly released Pink Rib- the environment like a fire alarm. Ca-bon license plate. A portion of the fees nine Companions has placed more thanthat the Department of Motor Vehicles 5,600 assistance dogs since its founding,(DMV) collects from orders of Pink Rib- and more than 450 individuals nation-bon license plates will go to the California wide are waiting for a life-changingDepartment of Health Care Services’ assistance dog.Every Woman Counts program. The Ev-ery Woman Counts program provides Donate to help Gift the Gift of In-mammograms, breast cancer diagnostic dependence—and Give a Dog a Job®.services, breast cancer education, and by visiting www.cci.org.other breast cancer awareness services toCalifornia’s underserved women. Retired County Supervisor Bob Hammock Passes Away To order the Pink Ribbon license Former San Bernardino County of what is now known as the San Ber- launched a Retired Supervisorplate, visit www.dmv.ca.gov. Sequen- Supervisor and former San Bernardino nardino County Transportation Author- successful Bob Hammocktial (standard numbering) plates can be City Councilman Robert L. Hammock ity and San Bernardino Council of Gov- governmentpurchased for $50. Personalized (custom passed away on December 12 follow- ernments, and co-chaired the earliest advocacynumbers/letters) plates cost $103. Re- ing a long battle with non-Hodgkin’s efforts to redevelop the former Norton firm, Empirenewal rates are $40 and $83, respectively. lymphoma. He was 77. Air Force Base in San Bernardino. He Consulting.A motorcycle license plate also will be was also a candidate for Congress in He enjoyedavailable for the same price. Mr. Hammock was born on No- 1990 and 1992. golf, traveling, vember 20, 1940, in Lenwood shortly and spending The Pink Ribbon license plate was after his parents migrated to California He also served on the San Bernardi- time with histhe idea of the “Survivor Sisters,” a group from Eagle Pass, Texas. In 1944 his no County Criminal Justice Planning family.of breast cancer survivors who wanted to family moved to Rialto. Mr. Hammock Committee and the governing board ofpromote early detection and help women attended San Bernardino High School, the South Coast Air Quality Manage- Mr. Ham-and families survive breast cancer. The San Bernardino Valley College and Cal ment District. mock is sur-group collaborated with Every Woman Poly Pomona, where he majored in aero- vived by hisCounts to create the license plate. For nautical engineering. He worked in the Mr. Hammock was actively involvedmore information about the Every Woman title business from 1962 to 1969, and as in many civic activities including the wife, Barbara, sister Linda Butler,Counts program, visit http://www.dhcs. a civil engineering technician from 1969 Arrowhead United Way, California Jay- brother Kenneth Hammock; childrenca.gov/services/Cancer. until 1976, when he was elected to the Cees, March of Dimes, Boy Scouts, and Kathy Martin, Patricia Runzel, and Board of Supervisors. many others. He served on numerous Ralph Hammock and their mother Anita Boards and Commissions. During the Nix; five grandchildren and six great- He served on the Board of Supervi- Vietnam War he conceived and directed grandchildren. sors from 1976 through 1992, serving “Newspapers for Viet Nam”, a program twice as Chairman of the Board. Prior in which Sunday editions of the San Services for Mr. Hammock are pri- to that, Mr. Hammock served for eight Bernardino Sun-Telegram were mailed vate. Mr. Hammock’s family suggested years as a member of the San Bernardino to U.S. soldiers serving in Vietnam. that those who wish to honor and re- City Council. member the former Supervisor consider Following his retirement from the supporting the American Cancer Society Mr. Hammock served as president Board of Supervisors, Mr. Hammock or the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.DNP • SAY YOU SAW IT IN DESERT NEWS POST • www.DesertNewsPost.com • ADVERTISING INFO (760) 559-9402 • JANUARY 4, 2018 • 7
Revitalizing Old Town Barstow Starts with Several Stores Darrin Fikstad wants to help revi-talize old town Barstow and recently stores are located at 201 N First Street,opened Vintage Mercantile Company Barstow. They are open from 10 a.m. toand Tuxedo One Tuxedo Rentals on 6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday.First Street. Route 66 items are available at Vin- Need a tux for an event? You can Fikstad is president and CEO of tage Mercantile Company (show in find it here.Desert Manna, a nonprofit agency which display case and behind counter).provides support services to homeless A good selection of children’s cloth-and low-income veterans, families, men, ing including jackets, at left.women, and children. Empty Nesters: FREE Special Vintage Mercantile is not a thrift Report Reveals 9 Costly Mistakesshop. The items in this store are new, fea- to Avoid When Selling Your Hometuring designer names from 9 West, Jones High Desert, CA - Are you an to create this new chapter in your life...NY, Calvin Cline, Dress Barn and others. “Empty Nester” who needs a home if you know what is takes to get theBy purchasing overstock merchandise for the future? Is it time to down- most out of the equity you’ve built upfrom upscale stores and inventory from size or to move into another home in your current home.stores downsizing or closing, he is able more suitable for your gloriousto provide current fashion at a fraction retirement years? To help you understand the issuesof the retail price for men, women, chil- involved in making such a move, anddren and infants. For budget conscious Like thousands of residents in our how to avoid the 9 most common andshoppers with an eye to fashion, this area, you may be discovering that after costly mistakes most Empty Nestersis the store to shop. Clothing, shoes, years of non-stop child traffic in and make, a new report called “Emptyboots, ladies’hats, purses, belts, costume out of your doors, toys on the floor, Nester: How to Sell the Place You Calljewelry, cowboy hats…it’s all here! New music floating throughout, suddenly Home” has been prepared which iden-items arrive weekly. you can hear a pin drop over the quiet tifies these issues, and shows you how hum of the refrigerator. Your rooms to steer clear of the mistakes that could Additionally, there is a vintage sec- are filled with pictures and memories cost you literally thousands of dollars.tion of unique jeans and shirts. of this wonderful time of your life, but there are many empty rooms gather- To hear a brief recorded mes- Also interesting is a section of nov- ing dust now that your children have sage about how to order your FREEelty food items such as Kick Ass corn moved on. The freer years ahead are copy of this report call toll-freebread mix and very potent hot sauces. A exciting ones to look forward to, and 1-800-596-5137 and enter 1013. Yoularge selection of route 66 items provides it’s time for you to move on as well. can call any time, 24 hours a day, 7a variety of memorabilia for collectors. days a week. Get your free special If you find yourself in this situa- report NOW to find out how you can At Tuxedo One, you can rent, or tion, you’re in vast and good company. fly your empty nest with the mostpurchase a tuxedo, at prices much less And what that means is that there are cash in your pocket.than competitors, and he has all sizes many wonderful opportunities for youincluding those hard to fit. Alterations This report is courtesy of www.HighDesertHome-on premises is available. Sales.net and GDR Inc. BRE #01524222.Oc 2018 With plenty of parking, these twoshops are well worth the drive fromVictorville, Hesperia or Apple Valley. The Mercantile Vintage/Tuxedo One The interior of the store is well orga- nized. PHOTOS BY JOYCE RICHARDSON8 • JANUARY 4, 2018 • SAY YOU SAW IT IN DESERT NEWS POST • www.DesertNewsPost.com • FOR ADVERTISING CALL (760) 559-9402 • DNP
Featured PROPERTIES of the MONTHWomen’s Council of Realtors Installs 2018 Board During Luncheon On December 13, the Women’s After the installation ceremony, next person up. nities for personal and professionalCouncil of Realtors held their annual everyone had fun playing a game of Everyone had a great time and are growth.installation luncheon, and holiday orna- ornament exchange. In order of numberment exchange. picked, participants chose a wrapped looking forward to next year. If interested in becoming a member ornament and opened it to show every- The Women’s Council strives to call Catherine Haney at (760) 900-8580. The new officers are: President one. Ornaments could be stolen by theMichelle Rivera-Vasquez; President- provide timely, accessible program-Elect Jackie Phillips; Secretary Sonia ming, great networking and opportu-S. Rivera; Treasurer Maricela Castel-lanos; Director of Membership Cath-erine Haney; and Director of ProgramsRoxanne Wilson. Incoming and outgoing board members during the WCR installation.Some beautiful and fun ornaments Meet Realtor Annette Shortwere chosen at the party. Desert life appeals to me. I enjoy all outdoor activities; including, swimming, fishing, hiking, bicycling, and gardening with the beautiful sunny weather that only the high desert can offer. My family and I relocated to Newberry Springs, Ca full time, in 2000, to maintain our family catfish farm. We have three man-made lakes, two full and one dry lake, in which my father-in-law designed. The family has used the property as a vacation destination since 1975. We raise bullhead and channel catfish. My previous experience has been working for the school districts in the high desert for the past 12 years with an NPS school in Hesperia, CA and now I’m ex- cited and eager to begin a new chapter of my life as a Realtor for Barstow Real Estate Group located at 240 East Williams, Barstow CA92311. You can reach me at 760-256-6843 or my cell phone 760-987-9234. My email address: [email protected]. ANNETTE SHORTDNP • SAY YOU SAW IT IN DESERT NEWS POST • www.DesertNewsPost.com • ADVERTISING INFO (760) 559-9402 • JANUARY 4, 2018 • 9
THE REAL ESTATE MARKETPLACEAlready a Realtor? Why Join the California Association of Realtors? What’s in it for you? Plenty, but of the real es- to zipForm®, the REALTOR® organization, havewe don’t expect you to believe us tate profes- our electronic your broker contact one of the localuntil you take a good look at what the sional. Did transaction Association of REALTORS® listedCALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF you know software li- for membership information.REALTORS® and the REALTOR® the term RE- brary. Non-family can offer you. Obtaining your ALTOR® is members may STEP 2: Now that you are affili-real estate license took time, intel- a registered purchase an ated with a REALTOR® broker, youligence, commitment and was your mark of the for $799 or $999. You amnunsutableliecietnhseer can contact the local Association offirst step on your journey toward NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF a real estate licensee or an attorney REALTORS® of which your brokera successful career in real estate. REALTORS® and can only be used to purchase zipForm®. is a member. Remember that brokersDoesn’t it make sense for you to by members of the REALTOR® HOW DO YOU BECOME A can be members of more than onecontinue building on what you have organization? REALTOR® MEMBER? Follow local Association. Upon joining theworked so hard to achieve? these easy steps and you’re on your local Association of REALTORS®, “ C.A.R. Member Benefits” is a journey to success! you also become a member of the All three levels of the REAL- helpful guide to the programs, prod- STEP 1: You will want to con- CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OFTOR® organization--local, state ucts and services the CALIFORNIA tinue your career by affiliating REALTORS® and the NATIONALand national--are here to help you ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® yourself with a REALTOR® bro- ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®.succeed as a real estate professional. has to offer its members. Join now ker. One prerequisite to becomingJust as you serve your clients, the and become involved in shaping a member of organized real estate Contact your local REALTOR®REALTOR® organization exists to your future and the future of the is that your broker must first be a Association today and begin a lifesupport its members. Nowhere else REALTOR® organization. REALTOR® member. Keep this long journey of professional growthcan you join a premier trade associa- in mind when you’re considering a and success. We look forward to hav-tion that truly represents the interests As part of your C.A.R. mem- real estate office for employment. ing you as a REALTOR® member! bership you receive free access Should you already work for a real estate firm that is not associated with Your local organization is theRealtor Michelle Meishay Specializes in High Desert Association of RealtorsProperty Management in the High Desert (HDAOR), located at 11890 Hesperia Road, Hesperia, CA 92345. For more information, call. (760) 244-8841 Michelle Meishay has worked in real estate for 30 MICHELLE MEISHAYyears, and has specialized in residential property man- Realtoragement for the past 27 of them. Her first priority is to provide stellar customer serviceto both the owner and tenant. She strives to minimizecosts and expenses for the owner, and has an excellentrecord of tenant retention. The average occupancy of tenants she places is threeyears, with a turnover rate of less than 5%. Two types of property management services areavailable: Simple Management and Full Service. Services include rent collection, bookkeeping, leasecompliance, tenant relations, emergency response, leas-ing of home, tenant pre-screening, credit and incomeverification. Michelle speaks Mandarin. Other services include maintenance management,rent-ready preparation and remodeling. If you are looking for a property manager who provides value and service, whilemaximizing rent and minimizing vacancies, call Michelle today at (760) 964-7500,or email: [email protected] REAL ETSHTEATREEAPLROESFTEASTSEIOMNAARLKSEMTAPRLKACETEPLACEKeep your name & contact information in front of thousands of readers (760) 559-9402 Jnet Vanderpool BRE #01899212 (760) 490-2047 Email: [email protected] speak Mandarin 12021 Jacaranda Ave. Hesperia, CA 92345 Your Ad Here! Reach over 1,000’s High Desert Residents & Business Owners with your ad in the Real Estate section Call Donna at (909) 331-2644 Email: [email protected] Your Ad Here! Reach over 1,000’s High Desert Residents & Business Owners with your ad in the Real Estate section Ask About Our Realtor Biz Card Ad Special Call Donna at (909) 331-2644 Email: [email protected] • JANUARY 4, 2018 • SAY YOU SAW IT IN DESERT NEWS POST • www.DesertNewsPost.com • FOR ADVERTISING CALL (760) 559-9402 • DNP
THE REAL ESTATE MARKETPLACEAssociation of Realtors Hands out Charitable Donations at Party On December 8, the High Desert As- zations. They received a check moniessoc. of Realtors (HDAOR) held a Holiday collected throughout the year from vari- Attendees really got into the holiday p.m and find out what you can do to helpOpen House at their offices. There were ous events. spirit with fun outfits, and many stuck fight crime.lots of Realtors gathered to enjoy some around to mingle hung after the awardstreats and comeraderie. Charities included American Red ceremony. Cross, Family Assistance Program, Sal- The association also gave out dona- vation Army, Boys & Girls Club, Desert Don’t miss the upcoming eventtions to several local non-profit organi- Sanctuary, Happy Trails Foundation, and sponsored by HDAOR: Join them for VV Assistance League. Neighborhood Watch on Tuesday, Janu- ary 23 at the Town of Apple Valley at 6:00 Realtors enjoyed the party. Charities received donations from PHOTOS BY TRINA SIVERTS High Desert Association of Realtors during their annual holiday party on Seniors Real Estate Specialist Gigi Garner December 8. Seeks Life Stories to Be Used in Book At left, Miss Phelan and HDAOR’s Gigi Garner, SRES, would like to outgoing president Karen Sanchez share life stories from seniors and elders enjoy the holiday party. in a book. Entitled “The Dawning of a New Old Age: Searching for the NewAdvertise Your Real Estate Business Normal,” it will contain informationCall Donna Drover today to advertise in obtained through interviews. thSehgerioswainngeRxpeealriEenstcaeted Madavrekrettispilnagce, . Gigi will also be giving a pre- marketing, and media specialist. sentation at an upcoming Jess RanchWe offer ads from as small as a business Homeowners Association meeting oncard in our Agent & affiliate businesses Donna Drover the dawing of the new old age. directory, all the way to full page. Coming up in September, she is or-Reserve your “Featured Home of the Week” ganizing an event to be held at Sun City,on cover of Desert News Post R.E. section! called Walk for Senior Safety. This will feature a 1k and farther for those whoDonna Drover, Real Estate Advertising Specialist can do it, plus vendors, music, raffles,(909) 331-2644 - Email: [email protected] Zumba Gold demonstrations, and muchHow Much is Your Home Worth? more. The goal of the event is to show seniors how they can improve health and lessen the risk of falling by moving more and getting stronger, on many levels.Receive a Fast, Free Home Evaluation NO OBLIGATION! Gigi is actively involved in the National Council on Aging, the No-Falls Coali- tion - California, and as an advocate for seniors independence. For more information on event dates and times, telling your story for her book, or on how Gigi can help you, call (760) 900-1190, or email gigi.californialife@ gmail.comFollow me onDNP • SAY YOU SAW IT IN DESERT NEWS POST • www.DesertNewsPost.com • ADVERTISING INFO (760) 559-9402 • JANUARY 4, 2018 • 11
DMV Reminds Motorists To Follow The New 2018 Driving LawsContinued from page 1to marijuana violations. Bloom): Beginning Jan- for Surviving Family Member (AB tion Program (SB 1, Beall): Beginning uary 1, 2019, this law 1338, Low): This law allows a surviv- January 1, 2018, the DMV is required Buses and Seatbelts creates a new decal pro- ing spouse, domestic partner, or child to begin collecting at the time of reg-(SB 20, Hill): Beginning gram to allow certain of a deceased firefighter or deceased istration or renewal the TransportationJuly 1, 2018, this law low emission vehicles retired firefighter to independently Improvement Fee (TIF) ranging fromrequires a passenger on to access high-occu- apply for and receive a California $25 – $175, based on the vehicle’s cur-a bus equipped with seat pancy vehicle lanes, Firefighter Special License Plate for rent value. The law also requires thebelts to be properly re- regardless of vehicle their vehicle. department, beginning July 1, 2020, tostrained by a safety belt. occupancy level, for collect a Road Improvement Fee forThis law also prohibits a four-year term. Ac- Private Carriers of Passengers (SB zero-emission vehicles with a modela parent, legal guardian, cess to high-occupancy 19, Hill): Beginning July 1, 2018, this year of 2020 or later.or chartering party to transport on a vehicle lanes for vehicles with green law transfers regulatory authority overbus, or permit to be transported on a and white decals will expire January 1, private carriers of passengers (such The TIF is based on the vehicle’sbus, a child who is at least 8 years of 2019. Vehicles issued a green or white as church and youth buses) from the current market value. Customersage but under 16 years of age, unless decal in 2017 or 2018 will be eligible California Public Utilities Commis- with a vehicle renewal notice duethey are properly restrained by a safety to reapply for a decal in 2019 granting sion to the DMV. on January 1, 2018 and later willbelt or an appropriate child passenger them access to high–occupancy toll include the TIF.restraint system that meets federal lanes until January 1, 2022. Road Maintenance and Rehabilita-safety standards. A violation of these Disabled Person Parking Placardsprovisions is an infraction punishable and Plates (SB 611, Hill): This lawby a fine. makes changes to the administration of the Disabled Person Parking Placard DUI – Passenger for Hire (AB and Disabled Person License Plate2687, Achadjian): Beginning July 1, Program, including requiring appli-2018, this law makes it unlawful for cants to provide proof of true full namea person to operate a motor vehicle and birthdate. The law also will limitwith a blood alcohol concentration the number of replacement disabledof 0.04 percent or more when a pas- person parking placards an applicantsenger for hire is in the vehicle at the can request without obtaining a medi-time of the offense. This will mean cal certification to four in two years.that drivers of passenger for hire, in It also requires the DMV to establishtheir personal vehicles, will be held a renewal process that requires ap-to a higher standard of safety while plicants to return a renewal notice bytransporting people. The DMV will mail every six years. Currently, allsuspend a person’s driver license if permanent disabled placards expire ina conviction is added to their record. June 2019 and they are automaticallyCommercial driver license holders renewed every two years. The placardswill receive a disqualification. expiring in June 2023 will be the first batch of placards subject to renewal. Parking Violations for Registra- Applicants will not be required totion or Driver License Renewal (AB obtain a medical certification as part503, Lackey): This law makes changes of the renewal process. For more in-to a requirement under which vehicle formation about the new law effectingregistration renewal and driver license Disabled Person Placard and Plates,issuance or renewal is not granted for visit the DMV website.having unpaid parking penalties and Motorcycle Training Courses (ABfees. The law creates a process for 1027, Acosta): This law authorizes thelow-income Californians with out- DMV to accept a certificate of satisfac-standing parking violations to repay tory completion of any motorcyclist-their fines and penalties prior to the training program approved by theparking violation being reported to California Highway Patrol in lieu ofthe DMV. The law also allows the the required motorcycle skills test.registered owner of a vehicle to file Applicants for an original motorcyclefor Planned Non-Operation status license or motorcycle endorsementwhen unpaid parking penalties are on under 21 years of age continue to bethe vehicle’s record. It also allows for required to complete a novice motor-someone with outstanding parking cyclist-training program.penalties and fees, to obtain or renew Firefighter License Plate Programa driver license. HOV Decal Program (AB 54412 • JANUARY 4, 2018 • SAY YOU SAW IT IN DESERT NEWS POST • www.DesertNewsPost.com • FOR ADVERTISING CALL (760) 559-9402 • DNP
News Stories from Your Congressman Paul Cook’s Office No FFA Notification Regarding theirs will be essentialNew Lake Arrowhead Flight Path - as we move forward CongressmanIn April of this year, something to fix this problem. Paul Cookhappened over Lake Arrowheadthat should have never happened: No one shoulda commercial aircraft flew over the ever have their liveslake. Unfortunately, this was the first and livelihoods af-of many flights, and for almost all of fected by a govern-Lake Arrowhead residents, this was ment process thattheir first “notification” of a Federal they weren’t able toAviation Administration (FAA) projectcalled Metroplex. I strongly believe Commercial aircraft now flies over pristine Lake Arrowhead with no notice. participate in or contribute to beforethe lack of community notification and a decision was made. I’ll continue toopportunity for public involvement to know why a federal agency didn’t is to get the flight paths moved away push the FAA to correct this problem,in the Metroplex process invalidates coordinate with me, the elected rep- from Lake Arrowhead and to a loca- and I’ll work to ensure our residentsthe FAA findings and requires them resentative to the federal government, tion with less impact. The longer this never get left out of the decision pro-to move the flight path either back to on an issue of high significance to my new flight route exists, the greater the cess again.its original track or to a track that the constituents. impact to our residents and the criti-community accepts. cal tourism industry. I recently held Critical to this whole effort has We need to get to the bottom a personal meeting with senior FAA been the actions of the Quiet Skies The FAA Metroplex project was of this problem. I recently wrote a officials to voice my displeasure and Lake Arrowhead group. They were themeant to update and maximize all the Request for Information (RFI) to the was told the FAA is currently working first to bring the issue to my attention,terminal flight routes into and out of current head of the FAA and bluntly on a solution. The subsequent RFI sent and they’ve done a great job keepingall the Los Angeles area airports, in- stated, “the residents of the unincorpo- to the FAA encourages them to reverse me up to date and pressuring the FAAcluding Ontario International Airport. rated region around Lake Arrowhead the flight routes. While I’m encour- to find a solution. Community involve-The goals included improved safety, were not given adequate notification aged by these actions, I also know ment like theirs will be essential as wefuel conservation, and decreased that the Metroplex changes could af- we’re a long way from victory. I have move forward to fix this problem.flight times. Planning began as early fect airspace over their community.” also reached out to lawmakers on theas 2011 and was supposed to include It’s obvious by the community reac- Congressional House Transportation No one should ever have theircommunity engagement along the tion that no one would have ignored and Infrastructure Committee, the or- lives and livelihoods affected by away. Unfortunately, the FAA proved the community engagement process ganization that authorizes funding for government process that they weren’tineffective – intentionally or otherwise if they had truly been informed of the FAA, to look at further options in able to participate in or contribute– in their efforts with Lake Arrow- the potential impact. I also stated my case a resolution were the first to bring to before a decision was made. I’llhead residents. I’ve asked the FAA to concerns over the lack of outreach by the issue to my attention, and they’ve continue to push the FAA to correctprovide me all documents, correspon- the FAA to local, state, and federal done a great job keeping me up to this problem, and I’ll work to ensuredence, and notifications that went out elected officials on this issue. date and pressuring the FAA to find a our residents never get left out of theto our region to figure out why they solution. Community involvement like decision process again.considered “community engagement” Moving forward, my primary goalaccomplished. Thus far, I have seen This editorial was published on November 4, 2017 in the Rim of the World Newsno evidence that the FAA reached out California Commentary: Don’t Let California Become Chicagodirectly to residents around Lake Ar-rowhead. Critical to my office, I want Continued from page 1 decreased in population with each sub- owners to cover up their dereliction. sticker fees, hotel and parking taxes and sequent census. As of the 2010 census, Proposition 13 also provides protec- Business parking fines. the city has just over 700,000 residents, Opportunity! reflecting a loss of a staggering 61 per- tion to taxpayers generally by requiring A few weeks ago, the Chicago cent of the population. voter or property owner approval for Invite some friends or Sun-Times reported that another shoe new or higher taxes. Without Propo- associates over & have a is about to drop — a property tax hike We’ve written about Chicago before sition 13, Californians could soon scheduled in 2020 to pay for police and and hope that what is happening there experience what it is like to live in PARTY “IN” !!! fire pensions. Many Windy City resi- will serve as a clarion call to California Chicago without ever having to leave If you’d like to make dents have had it. According to the U.S. policy makers. But given the fact that their homes. some extra cash, Park Census Bureau, the greater Chicago area California now has the highest income Lane may be just what leads the nation in population loss and tax rate, state sales tax rate and the high- It may be too late for Chicago as it you’re looking for! has had two such years in a row. This est gas tax in America, we’re less than seems destined to suffer the same fate is what happens when taxes become so sanguine. as Detroit. But it’s not too late for Cali- burdensome — people vote with their fornia. We are a great state with virtually feet. Not surprisingly, the number-one Nonetheless, California has some- unlimited potential, a vibrant populace destination for residents of Illinois flee- thing Chicago and Illinois do not have and bountiful natural resources. More- ing their high-tax state (the fiscal woes — Proposition 13. For us, notwithstand- over, the pension crisis that grips Cali- are not limited to Chicago) has been ing equally daunting pension problems, fornia would be manageable with the Texas — a state with low taxes and we have an effective check against right policies. greater economic opportunity exploding property taxes. Although government mismanagement is also When the Titanic was headed for the Without a radical shift in policy common to California — a number iceberg, a one-percent course change 10 away from high taxation and toward of cities have been forced to file for miles away would have prevented the economic freedom, Chicago is bound bankruptcy in recent years, largely due disaster. Will California make a course for the same fate as Detroit, a city which to skyrocketing government employee correction now before it’s too late? reached its population peak in the 1950 pension debt — officials are prohibited census at over 1.8 million people, and by Proposition 13 from soaking property ------------------------------------- Jon Coupal is president of the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association. Let’s talk, you have nothing to lose and everything to gain. ASK ABOUT fashion shows & fundraisers. For more info call Donna Drover Division Manager - Park Lane Jewelry (909) 331-2644 www.parklanejewelry.com/rep/donnadrover Official jewelry for Dancing with the Stars & E Red CarpetDNP • SAY YOU SAW IT IN DESERT NEWS POST • www.DesertNewsPost.com • ADVERTISING INFO (760) 559-9402 • JANUARY 4, 2018 • 13
China, World’s Most Populous Nation, is Envisioning an Electric Car Future (DGIwire) – Why are automakers dominated by hicle with a 90 EV of today from 25 to 100 percent.around the world accelerating their electric ve- kilowatt-hour The smart energy storage in Carbon-Ionefforts to develop electric vehicles? hicles, an as- battery from 25 cells can provide a much more energy-One powerful reason is China. As The sociated chal- percent to 100 efficient charging solution for driversNew York Times reported recently, the lenge will be percent, notes a while potentially saving local utilitiesworld’s most populous nation has be- installing the report prepared billions of dollars in infrastructure costs.come the world’s biggest supporter of infrastructure by SO Energy A bank of ZapGo Carbon-Ion cells couldelectric cars. According to the Times, required to Insights. be integrated into electric charging sta-Beijing has called for one out of every charge those tions across Britain—and around thefive cars sold in China to run on al- vehicles in a Around the world—to ensure sufficient power toternative fuel by 2025, and a Chinese timely and world, utility recharge electric vehicles in the sameofficial recently said the country would convenient grids will have time as it takes to fill a gas tank now.eventually do away with the internal manner,” says Stephen Voller, CEO to be optimizedcombustion engine in new cars. of ZapGo Ltd., the developer of Carbon- to support a level of charging that mo- “Being on the forefront of the Ion™ (C-Ion®) cells, a fast-charging torists find convenient or else they just electric car revolution means having China is already the world’s largest and safe alternative to lithium-ion won’t use them. Ultra-fast charging, a to deal with the related technologicalmaker and seller of electric cars, notes batteries. “Whether it’s in Beijing or technology made possible with Carbon- challenges—and Carbon-Ion could onethe Times; Chinese buyers were on track Baltimore, no driver wants to be left Ion, could be the solution. For example, day play a key role in overcoming someto purchase nearly 300,000 of them in high and dry with a low charge, having a 350-kilowatt charger would take less of the knottiest hurdles in this regard,”2017, three times the number expected to wait hours to recharge their vehicle.” than four minutes to charge an average Voller adds.to be sold in the U.S. and more than therest of the world combined. Electric The challenge is a formidable one. CSUB Students Model U.N. Team Earns Awardscars are an increasingly common sight The problem is also coming to the forein cities like Beijing, Shanghai and in Britain, where, as part of its ambitious Continued from page 1 in a smudging ceremony with local FirstShenzhen. It may be no coincidence “decarbonization” target, all cars sold days before we departed. Nations elders, our students gained anthat global manufacturers like G.M. and in that country may have to be electric education about issues facing indigenousVolkswagen are moving much of their vehicles by 2050—but charging them “With all of these challenges and the communities that I don’t think they couldresearch, development and production all will pose a huge logistical challenge. high caliber of students from around the have ever gained in a classroom setting,”of electric cars to China. Even with a 50-kilowatt charger, it globe they were competing against, their Grisham said. would take 80 minutes to charge a ve- win is incredible and one of the largest “As the world moves to a future accomplishments in the 42-year history “Many of the students were moved of our program and the 10 years I have to tears as they learned about residentialUnited Way and Wells Fargo Team Up directed the program,” he said. schools in Canada and the tragedy associ- ated with them and the previous policy ofContinued from page 4 in three households in the United Past participants in the Model United assimilation. All of these will be lessons About Wells Fargo States. Wells Fargo & Company Nations program have said the simula- these students will carry with them for was ranked No. 25 on Fortune’s tions gave them real-life experiences in the rest of their lives,” Grisham said. “ForWells Fargo & Company is a diver- 2017 rankings of America’s larg- diplomacy and relationship building. myself, as a person whose family are Firstsified, community-based financial est corporations. The Chronicle Some program graduates have embarked Nations peoples who are from this areaservices company with $1.9 tril- of Philanthropy ranked Wells on careers in diplomacy, while others have (Blackfoot), it allowed me to educate thelion in assets. Wells Fargo’s vi- Fargo No. 3 on its most recent list gone on to prestigious graduate programs, students even more using my own fami-sion is to satisfy our customers’ of the top corporate cash philan- such as the Harvard School of Law. lies’ history.”financial needs and help them thropists. In 2016, Wells Fargosucceed financially. Founded in donated $281.3 million to 14,900 The student delegates arrived in Banff The CSUSB Model UN program will1852 and headquartered in San nonprofits and Wells Fargo team National Park Nov. 19, and the next day soon begin preparations for the 2018 Na-Francisco, Wells Fargo provides members volunteered 1.73 mil- participated in a hike through a snowy tional Model United Nations Conferencebanking, insurance, investments, lion hours with 50,000 nonprofits. Johnston Canyon in the park and rode in New York, where its delegates will rep-mortgage, and consumer and com- Wells Fargo’s corporate social re- a gondola to the top of Sulphur Moun- resent Jamaica and the non-governmentalmercial finance through more than sponsibility efforts are focused on tain. More than just a sightseeing trip, it organization Save the Children. The New8,400 locations, 13,000 ATMs, three priorities: economic empow- provided the students the opportunity to York conference attracts student del-the internet (wellsfargo.com) and erment in underserved communi- gain “a greater and deeper understanding egates from throughout the world; moremobile banking, and has offices ties, environmental sustainability, of sustainability and the need to combat than 5,000 students from more than 32in 42 countries and territories to and advancing diversity and social climate change,” Grisham said. countries from six of the world’s sevensupport customers who conduct inclusion. News, insights and per- continents annually participate.business in the global economy. spectives from Wells Fargo are also Before the conference formal openingWith approximately 268,000 team available at Wells Fargo Stories - ceremony on Nov. 21, the student del- To learn more about the Model Unitedmembers, Wells Fargo serves one https://stories.wf.com/. egates participated in a seminar on issues Nations program, which is housed in the uni- faced by indigenous peoples, including a versity’s Department of Geography and Envi- session on the ongoing cases of murdered ronmental Studies, visit the NMUN website. and missing indigenous women in Canada, led by activist and artist Stephanie Harpe. To learn more about the CSUSB Model UN program, or to contribute, con- “Through hand-on workshops about tact Kevin Grisham at kgrisham@csusb. the plight of First Nations peoples in edu or (909) 537-7569. Canada and globally and participatingAre You Happy? 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Please Complete the USS Iowa Crewmember Survey Form Battleship USS IOWA in collaboration Center’s (PBC) relationship, interaction and for safety and health are shared. ment: “The PBC IIPP is intended to focusand partnership with MOSAIC, Inc., is seri- wellbeing of all its Crewmembers. Thank The Pacific Battleship Center (PBC) the efforts of ALL PBC Crewmembers onously considering the implementation of a you for your help! the goal of achieving an injury and illness“Health & Wellbeing” Program/Department accepts the responsibility for leadership and free workplace. Focus is the difference be-for the health benefits and welfare, wellbe- PBC emphasizes and is proud of the training of ALL personnel of the safety and tween an effective program and one that ising, and safety of all crewmembers. fact that “WE ARE FAMILY” onboard the health program, and for providing the safe- largely a waste of time and money. While the Battleship USS IOWA as noted in the Orien- guards required to ensure safe conditions. program is designed to meet Federal, State With the help of Senior News and Des- tation Training and Manual Preface: and local safety and health regulations andert News Post newspapers, we are asking all Staff members are responsible for de- standards, this is secondary to the primaryUSS Iowa crewmembers to please respond “The Occupational Safety & Health Act veloping proper attitude toward safety and goal: Preventing mishaps and illnesses into the survey/questionnaire printed within of 1970 clearly states our common goal of health in themselves and those they super- the workplace. This has been shown to bethis newspaper. Your input is vitally im- safe and healthful working conditions to be vise, and for ensuring that ALL operations a sound business practice from which ALLportant to meet your needs, and to improve the first consideration in the operation of the are performed with the utmost regard for Crewmembers will benefit.”and further enhance the Pacific Battleship Pacific Battleship Center. safety and health of ALL individuals.” We recognize that the responsibilities And further noted in the Policy State-USS Iowa Crewmember Health & Wellbeing Survey FormPlease circle an Answer, and write brief comments and/or feel free to make additional comments in the box at right (or attach more sheets of paper). Use this space to write more information if desired.Would you as an IOWA Crewmember be interested in the following?1) Would you like to have a Health & Wellbeing Dept. aboard the Iowa? Yes No2) Would you participate in such a program aboard the Iowa? 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