Desert News Post February 2018

Needs Assessment POSTDNESEEWRTS WEEKLY Survey Results Are In! See what local citizens think about our community See PAafgter930Thur., February 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. 5 subscriptionGovernment • Business • Economics • Real Estate • Community Events • Education • Social Concerns • Opinions • DesertNewsPost.comGOVERNMENT Senator Morrell Provides Internship Program Supervisor Robert Lovingood Looks Back at Year 2017 for Students to Learn Constitutional Law Accomplishments & Events P. 3 BY KATRINA SIVERTS W hile I was havingcommunity lunch with Senator not to be served by it. The right Morrell recently, I to private property, the gift of Cracker Barrel heard about some of free enterprise, and government Establishes a his ideas on improv- by consent are central tenets Scholarship at ing the government to our nation and its continued Victor Valley prosperity. Morrell is committed College P. 11 of California. to restoring fiscal responsibility Formerly a State Assembly- and an approach to governmentInjured Puppy Has Bright man, Mike Morrell (R - Rancho that limits government’s powerFuture Thanks to Victor Valley Cucamonga) won a special elec- and ranks the citizen above theAnimal Protective League P. 6 tion in March 2014, to fill the 23rd state. Senate District seat in the state How do we get people mo-LOCAL SERVICES Senate left vacant by the resigna- tivated and have them get out tion of Sen. Bill Emmerson (R- there to find things that are as- Victorville is Hemet). He received 62.6% of the saults on the U.S. Constitution? Seeking Qualified vote against four other candidates. There has been a lot of me- Applicants for The 23rd Senate District in- dia buzz about the 10 biggest New Fire Chief cludes portions of San Bernardi- challenges for california, and Position P. 2 no, Riverside and Los Angeles Publisher Katrina Siverts having lunch with Senator Morrell. each one is pretty huge. They counties, including Banning, are: E-Waste, Dead Appliances & More Beaumont, Big Bear City, Big payers Association recently re- terests of taxpayers, and which • Water supply – Outdated Accepted at Free Disposal Bear Lake, Cedar Glen, Calimesa, leased 2017 Legislative Report seem to be working overtime to Facility in Apple Valley P. 10 Cherry Valley, Crestline, Home- Card, Morrell was one of only grab more of your hard-earned infrastructure and unreliable land, Hemet, Highland, Lake Ar- 10 legislators who received per- money. Both are conservative water supply; California Commentary: rowhead, Loma Linda, Menifee, fect grades. The only other High Republicans who are battling Mentone, Nuevo, Phelan, Pinon Desert representative to receive the tax-and-spend habits of their • Revenue Uncertainty –The Two Most Insightful Hills, Rancho Cucamonga, Red- perfect grades was Assembly- Democratic colleagues in Sacra- Unpredictable tax structures and Responses to the lands, San Bernardino, San Jacin- man Jay Obernolte, R-Hesperia. mento. budgets; Governor’s Budget to, Wrightwood, and Yucaipa. The Legislative Report Card tells voters which state legisla- Senator Morrell’s view of • Wall of Debt – Account- By Jon Coupal In the Howard Jarvis Tax- tors are standing up for the in- government is simple: govern- ing gimmicks and understated ment exists to serve the public, debt; • Public Retirement Bene- fits – Missed payments, mount- ing debt, and poor management; Gov. Brown re- Continued on page xleased his proposed Council Member Stanton Elected President2018-19 state bud- USS Battleshipget. But few citizenseven pay attention to T of The Women’s CaucusheLeagueofCaliforniapublic finance issues Cities (LOCC) elected Iowa Reunionexcept in the most Apple Valley Town of Workers Whogeneral sense. For BY staff reports Restored Herexample, we hear Jon Coupal BY KATRINA SIVERTSfrom media either that the budget is bal-anced or that we’re running a huge deficitand the world will soon end.If people tune out news about the Councilwoman Barbbudget, you can’t blame them. The Stanton as President of The Wom-whole process is a bit of a choreographed en’s Caucus for 2017-18 during Continued on Page 13 the League’s Annual Conference and Expo in Sacramento. The election placed her in the presiding role of an organization FEBRUARY 2018 that was established in 2011 toVol. 12, No. 2 support women in public. StantonServing the High Desert since 2007 became a member in 2014 andPRSRT STD joined the board in 2015 under U.S. POSTAGE President Jan Arbuckle, a council member of Grass Valley. influential group of diverse pro- I want to encourage not only Photo by Jeremy Bonelle, courtesy Pacific Battleship Center. PAID “Arbuckle’s strong leader- fessionals working to remove women, but communities as a VICTORVILLE, CA barriers encountered by women whole, to get involved with local Sue Schmidt, volunteer co- ship and mentoring readied me in public office. Directly sup- issues,” Stanton replied when ordinator, hard at work on PERMIT #3 for the job. I am thankful for the restoration efforts. board’s unanimous support and porting the League’s mission to asked about her vision for the A group of volunteers who am honored to lead the women of restore and protect local control, Caucus.  “Sacramento politi- worked to restore the USSDESERT NEWS POST California,” Stanton said of her the Women’s Caucus provides a cians are steadily taking away Battleship Iowa meets once a *************ECRWSSEDDM***** election. Her first official role as network to support issues that our ability to thrive. Apple Val- year for a reunion, and to get a 14808 Choco Rd, Apple Valley, CA 92307 postal customer President was to lead a workshop benefit and empower women at ley faces a variety of obstacles in progress report from the Pacific sponsored by the Women’s Caucus the local level of government. retaining revenue due to limited Battleship Center. where she acknowledged, “If you “My goal is for the organi- freeway frontage and the cost of This year’s reunion took would have told me 10 years ago zation to become more visible; water prohibiting growth. These place on Saturday, January that I would be standing right here, not just at the league, but in types of issues and how com- 13, in San Rafael, California, right now, I would have laughed. I our communities. We have the munities are addressing them located in the San Francisco never envisioned that I would be in capability and knowledge to be makes the LOCC and the caucus Bay Area near Port Richmond, this position. I am truly humbled.” a resource to the diverse women very worthwhile and valuable where the ship was docked dur- The Women’s Caucus is an who live all over our great state. Continued on page 13 Continued on page 14 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.

Victorville Seeks Qualified Applicants for New Fire Chief Desert News Post The City of Victorville has These positions will remain open until Human Resourcesannounced plans to recruit a fire filled with application review taking Department at (760) www.DesertNews:Post.comchief to lead its new city fire de- place weekly. 955-5049. Published by Siverts Publishingpartment. Applications will beavailable Jan. 23 on the City’s Additional job openings including Located in Katrina Siverts-Publisherwebsite at www.victorvilleca. those for firefighter/paramedics, cap- Southern Califor-gov; and the first application tains, engineers and more will be posted nia at the mid-point (760) 559-9402review will take place Feb. 6. on the City of Victorville website at between Los Ange- www.victorvilleca.gov. Questions can les and Las Vegas, Fax (866) 242-2596 On Jan. 16, the Victorville be directed to the City of Victorville Victorville is theCity Council authorized the leading city for both E-mail:establishment of a new city industry and retail [email protected] department. Victorville is in the High Deserttransitioning from contract fire region. Victorville Siverts Publishing,services provided by San Ber- is a growing, vibrantnardino County Fire to a city- community that is 14808 Choco Rd-Apple Valley-CA 92307run fAire department, expected home to approxi-to be complete in November or mately 120,000 General Advertising Sales:December 2018. residents and some Call Trina for Advertising of the area’s largest employers. Clean Over the course of the next 12 air, abundant mountain vistas, family- (760) 559-9402months, the City will recruit 69 fire friendly recreational activities, spectac-professionals to join the Victorville ular sunsets and breathtaking night skies [email protected] Fire Department at all levels of the entice locals and visitors alike to fall in Real Estate Section Ads:organization including administration, love with this city that is within a fewemergency operations, fire prevention hours of SoCal beaches, National Parks, Donna Drover (909) 331-2644and support staff. On Feb. 6, the City mountain retreats, Ontario International Reps: Maggie (760) 338-5308will launch its recruitment for one di- Airport, and other major attractions.vision chief and three battalion chiefs. Carole (760) 949-8738 Joy (760) 508-7313 © Copyright 2018 - Siverts Publishing. Reproduction not permitted unless written permission is given by the Publisher.Articles written under by-lines express the opinions of the writers and not necessarily those of this paper.2 • FEBRUARY 1, 2018 • SAY YOU SAW IT IN DESERT NEWS POST • www.DesertNewsPost.com • FOR ADVERTISING CALL (760) 559-9402 • DNP

Supervisor Lovingood Looks Back at Highlights of Year 2017 As we prepare for the new year, it’s the Sheriff can conduct “Desert Guard- er Barrel is slated to open in February fornia. The nextthe perfect chance to look back at 2017 ian” style operations around the Coun- along Victorville’s Restaurant Row. highest amountand recap some of the highlights. ty all year long. Then in August, the was by Los Ange- Board allocated supplemental funds to To promote job growth and highlight les County at $34 This past year we made headway on support District Attorney Mike Ramos’ local career options, the second annual million.multiple fronts. We brought in new ex- crackdown on human trafficking, animal “Made in the High Desert” manufactur- Under theecutive leadership with the Board of Su- abuse and other high-priority programs. ers’ showcase and job fair was held. The leadership of Col.pervisors’ unanimous selection of Gary The Sheriff’s Department has also added event will occur again on Feb. 22 & 23, Frank Guevara,McBride as our new Chief Executive Of- a fifth Homicide Team to investigate and 2018. This event shines a light on the the County Vet- County Supervisorficer. Gary brings a very strong financial solve murder cases across the County. innovative and exciting manufacturers erans Affairs De- Robert Lovingoodbackground and a fresh approach that in the First District, the living wagewill serve residents well. The Board also The County also made progress in jobs they create and ways local students partment filed 1,192 California Collegeunanimously elevated Michelle Blake- reducing recidivism and addressing the and residents can receiving training and Fee & Tuition Waivers totaling $5.6more as County Counsel for the Board issue of mentally ill inmates in County certifications necessary to fill many million. College fees and tuition areof Supervisors, where I know she will jails. At the same time, the Board ap- available local jobs in manufacturing. waived for children of disabled veteransprovide excellent guidance. Reg Javier proved the use of body-worn cameras or children of service members who diedsettled in as Deputy Executive Officer in a pilot program. We also streamlined For the first time ever, the assessed on active duty.  This allows family mem-of the Economic Development Depart- welfare fraud investigations. value of all properties in San Bernardino bers to attend college when they mightment and Interim Director for Workforce County topped $200 billion. Property not otherwise be able to afford the cost.Development. And we continue to see Many of the crime problems we values in the High Desert are on a gentle,positive change in processes within the have are the result of state policies. gradual rise, underscoring both stabil- We partnered with the High Des-Land Use Services Department. The good news is that the California ity and economic opportunity. Existing ert Association of Realtors in organizing Public Safety Partnership is working home sales gained strength as the price a Senior Resource Event that offered lo- From public safety and the economy on a November 2018 ballot initiative to differentials to the coastal counties start- cal seniors information and advice aboutto veterans’ issues and homelessness, fix some of the most serious problems ed to play their normal role of powering financial options, taxes and health care.we continued to move San Bernardino caused by early release programs and demand in inland markets. In November, We also assisted the High Desert Re-County forward during the past year. other Sacramento “reforms.” the average price of an existing home in gional Council on Aging, working onHere are some highlights I’d like to the High Desert reached $134 per square health care, transportation and nutritionshare. In terms of Fire Service, the Board foot – a 10 percent increase from a year issues. restored funding to save the fire station ago and 49 percent higher than 2013. Public Safety - Since I was elected that serves Interstate 40 from Barstow Homelessness - While homeless-in 2012, public safety has been one to the state line. The Board also restored Veterans & Seniors - In June, the ness continues to be a concern, theof my top priorities. In years past, the funding for inmate fire crews that have fourth annual Veterans Resource Fair, number of homeless persons in San Ber-Board has supported Sheriff McMahon’s been so valuable in fighting wildfires. highlighting veterans’ benefits and job nardino County has decreased steadily,move to add 25 additional Deputy Sher- openings occurred. We continued mak- from 2,876 in 2011 to 1,866 in 2017.iffs to unincorporated communities as The economy & jobs - Big Lots an- ing progress in helping homeless vet- The County has focused on the needswell as supplemental funding for “Op- nounced plans for a 1.3 million-square- erans find stable housing. The County of specific populations – veterans, theeration DesertGuardian” crime sweeps. foot distribution center in north Apple Veterans Affairs Department housed chronic homeless, homeless youngThis year “Desert Guardian” included Valley, with 400 to 500 jobs. Stirling 197 homeless veterans this year, bring- adults, and unaccompanied women.20 separate operations in the High Des- Development completed construction on ing the total number of homeless veter- The Sheriff’s HOPE Team has also doneert between June and September, result- a distribution center for Newell Brands ans housed since January 2015 to 1,085. outstanding work in reaching out. Theing in 834 arrests, including 150 felony and Plastipak at Southern California The County Veterans Affairs Depart- Board of Supervisors has allocated fundsand 684 misdemeanor arrests. A separate Logistics Airport in Victorville. The ment served 28,101 veterans and family to convert the old Queens Motel in Vic-16-month investigation by the Sheriff, project created approximately 200 direct members this year. And County V.A. torville to house homeless people. WeCounty Probation and the FBI resulted jobs and 700 ancillary jobs. A string of filed service-connected disability claims also broke ground on a 16-bed mentalin 70 gang arrests in the High Desert. new restaurants opened, including Cafe which resulted in veterans receiving health crisis center in Victorville. Cur- Rio, The Habit Burger, Pieology, Which over $45 million this year -- the highest rently, deputies and ambulance crews In June, I successfully advocated for Wich Superior Sandwiches, and Ono amount received by any county in Cali-$1 million in supplemental funding so Hawaiian BBQ. California’s first Crack- Continued on page 6DNP • SAY YOU SAW IT IN DESERT NEWS POST • www.DesertNewsPost.com • ADVERTISING INFO (760) 559-9402 • FEBRUARY 1, 2018 • 3

China Airlines now planning daily service between Ontario and Taiwan Prompted by strong customer de- return service departing ONT at 3:45 Ontario International port Authority (OIAA)mand, China Airlines has expanded its p.m. China Airlines, the first carrier to (ONT) Airport is located in the The OIAA was formed in Augustbookings between Taiwan and Ontario offer non-stop, trans-oceanic passenger Inland Empire, approximatelyInternational Airport (ONT) to seven service to ONT, will serve the new route 35 miles east of downtown 2012 by a Joint Powers Agreementdays a week in anticipation of the sched- with a Boeing 777-300ER wide-body Los Angeles in the center of between the City of Ontario and theuled March 25 launch of service. aircraft. The scheduled flight time is 14 Southern California. It is a full- County of San Bernardino to provide hours, 10 minutes. service airport with nonstop overall direction for the management, When China Airlines announced in About Ontario International Airport commercial jet service to 19 operations, development and marketingSeptember that it would initiate service major airports in the U.S. and of ONT for the benefit of the Southernbetween ONT and Taiwan Taoyuan Mexico, and connecting service California economy and the residentsInternational Airport (TPE), the plan to many domestic and interna- of the airport’s four-county catchmentwas to fly the non-stop route four days tional destinations. There is an average area. OIAA Commissioners are Ontarioa week. However, customer demand of 66 daily departures offered by 8 air Mayor Pro-Tem Alan D. Wapner (Presi-has been so strong that the airline has carriers. More information is available dent), Retired Riverside Mayor Ronaldexpanded its bookings – two months at www.flyOntario.com. O. Loveridge (Vice President), Ontariobefore the first scheduled flight. Follow @flyONT on Facebook, Twitter, Council Member Jim W. Bowman (Sec- and Instagram retary), San Bernardino County Supervi- “We are most grateful to China ----------------------------------------------- sor Curt Hagman (Commissioner) andAirlines and its chairman, Nuan-Hsuan About the Ontario International Air- retired business executive Julia GouwHo, for their confidence in our airport, (Commissioner).employees and community neighbors,”said Alan D. Wapner, president of the NASA Announces Updated Crew Assignments for Space Station MissionsOntario International Airport Authority(OIAA). NASA is announcing an addition to water survival training in the Ukraine, earned a master’s degree in public health the NASA lineup for upcoming launches, and served as the deputy lead for medical from the University of Texas Medical “That China Airlines is increasing and making changes to some assignments operations for NASA’s Orion spacecraft. Branch.service before a single flight has lifted for International Space Station missionsoff is both uncommon and a testament to in 2018. In addition to a bachelor’s degree McClain is from Spokane, Washing-the high value of travel between Taiwan in electrical engineering from George ton. She earned a bachelor’s degree inand Ontario.” Serena Auñón-Chancellor, who Washington University, Auñón-Chancel- mechanical and aeronautical engineer- previously was assigned to Expedition lor holds a doctorate in medicine from ing from the U.S. Military Academy at TPE is the primary International 58/59, has been reassigned to the Expedi- the University of Texas Health Science West Point in 2002. She then went on togateway airport for the New Taipei– tion 56/57 crew, launching in June. She Center at Houston, is board certified in the University of Bath in England for aKeelung–Taoyuan City metro area, with is taking the place of astronaut Jeanette internal and aerospace medicine, and master’s degree in aerospace engineer-more than 9 million residents, while Epps, who will return to NASA’s Johnson ing, followed by the University of Bris-ONT is the closest and most convenient Space Center in Houston to assume duties tol in England for a master’s degree ininternational gateway airport for more in the Astronaut Office and be considered international relations.than 10 million Southern California for assignment to future missions. Anneresidents in the Inland Empire, northern McClain, a member of the 2013 astronaut She was commissioned as an officerOrange County, and eastern Los Angeles class, will fly on the Expedition 58/59 in the U.S. Army in 2002, and earned herCounty. crew, launching in November. wings as a Kiowa Warrior pilot in 2005. She served 15 months in Operation Iraqi Already, China Airlines is calling Auñón-Chancellor, from Fort Col- Freedom, flying more than 800 combatOntario Southern California’s new gate- lins, Colorado, joined the astronaut corps hours. McClain graduated from the U.S.way to Asia. in 2009 and has been at NASA since Naval Test Pilot School in June 2013. She 2006, when she became a flight surgeon. has over 2,000 flight hours in more than “We couldn’t agree more,” Wapner Before being selected as an astronaut, 20 rotary- and fixed-wing aircraft, andsaid, adding that he anticipates that the she spent more than nine months in Rus- has logged time as a pilot in command,customer response to China Airlines’ sia supporting medical operations for air mission commander, instructor pilotarrival will lead others to consider ONT space station crew members, including and test pilot.when planning new service to SouthernCalifornia. Daily China Airlines flights fromTPE will arrive at ONT at 1:20 p.m. with4 • FEBRUARY 1, 2018 • SAY YOU SAW IT IN DESERT NEWS POST • www.DesertNewsPost.com • FOR ADVERTISING CALL (760) 559-9402 • DNP

Army Chopper Crash at Ft. Irwin Training Center Leaves Two Dead A U.S. Army Apache attack heli- were killed in non-combat aviationcopter crashed in the predawn hours maintain regular order,” Mattis said in crashes compared to the year before.early January 20 while flying a routine a speech at the Johns Hopkins Schooltraining mission at the National Train- of Advanced International Studies in The January 20 crash was the firsting Center at Fort Irwin in California. Washington, D.C. known deadly accident for the U.S. military in 2018. Both the pilot and the co-pilot were Last year twice as many U.S. troopskilled, according to Lt. Col. Jason S.Brown, a spokesman for the Army at U.S. Army Apache attack helicopter similar to the one that crashed on Jan. 20 Chief Warrant Officer 2 Kevin F.the Pentagon. Burke, 28, of California, left, and 1st Lt. Clayton R. Cullen, 25, of Indiana, The Apache gunship was flying a were killed Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018,“readiness training exercise” at the time when the Army AH64 Apache heli-of the crash. copter they were in crashed at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin The helicopter was attached to the in San Bernardino County. (PhotosArmy’s 4th Infantry Division based out courtesy of U.S. Army)of Fort Carson, Colorado. It had beensent to California as part of a regulartraining rotation in the California des-ert, the official added. The crash occured hours after thegovernment shutdown, but officials saythat did not play a role in the accident. The AH-64 Apache is armed withhellfire missiles, rocket pods as well asa 30mm chain gun. In November, the head of Armyaviation, Maj. Gen. William Gayler,told Congress his pilots’ flight hourswere at their lowest levels in 30 yearsafter years of budget cuts. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis saidthe military’s advantage over Russiaand China has “eroded,” blaming in partthe readiness of his forces after years ofbudget cuts and more than 16 years ofcontinuous combat while Beijing andMoscow modernized their forces. “For too long, we have asked ourmilitary to stoically carry a ‘success atany cost’attitude as they work tirelesslyto accomplish the mission with nowinadequate and misaligned resources,simply because the Congress could notHelping 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 • FEBRUARY 1, 2018 • 5

Pup Has Bright Future Thanks to VVAPL A stray puppy turned into VVAPL back to the community, so instead of fund was set up to treat animals thatHumane Society received life-saving charging $2,000 for the pup’s medical might otherwise be euthanized due tosurgery thanks to the generosity of a care, the humane society only had to extreme medical conditions. Snake-local veterinarian and donations to the pay $800, which was paid by VVAPL’s bites, amputations, skin diseases andLifeSaver Medical Fund. The puppy ar- LifeSaver Medical Fund. The medical eye removals are just a few of therived with his left leg and foot extremely medical conditions treated success-swollen and was purple halfway up the fully because of generous donationsleg due to an unknown substance. Since to the fund.VVAPL has limited medical capabilities,Executive Director Sherri Quinn sought The pup, named Tripod, was ad-the help of Dr. Corea Choi from Samari- opted by a family with two dogs andtan LC Animal Hospital in Apple Valley. one cat. He is an active member of the family playing with the other pets, The purple substance was livestock maneuvering stairs and is a friendly,antiseptic. Someone may have tried well-adjusted boy. If you would liketo treat the pup’s leg after an accident to help animals with medical needs,because x-rays showed his bone was you can donate to the LifeSavercrushed. After reviewing all options, it Medical Fund at vvapl.com.was decided the pup would have the bestoutcome by amputating the limb. Dr. VVAPL Humane Society is aChoi performed the surgery with after- nonprofit located at 21779 Zunicare provided by himself and VVAPL Road in Apple Valley. For informa-veterinarian Dr. Joseph Velasco. tion call (760) 247-2102, visit vvapl. com to view animals, and like us on Dr. Choi has a passion for giving Facebook.Lovingood Looks Back at 2017 AccomplishmentsContinued from page 3 forcement and the inmate cleanup crews growth issues while recognizing the have continued to log impressive num- special attributes unique to each un-must travel out of the High Desert to bers. During the past fiscal year, County incorporated community.Colton to access inpatient care. inmate crews cleared 329 parcels in the First District. They collected 79 tons of As we begin a new year and my Over the summer, a building at the second year as chairman of the BoardSan Bernardino County Fairgrounds trash plus more than 8 tons of used tires. of Supervisors, I welcome your ideasburned down, forcing the Victor Valley Throughout the year, Land Use Ser- and suggestions. If you have an issueRescue Mission to make other plans for or concern, please contact my officetheir annual winter homeless shelter. In vices staff held meetings and received at (760) 995-8100 or email me at Su-November, the mission was still looking comments on a series of draft Commu- [email protected] make arrangements. So the Marine nity Plans to be released in 2018. The May God bless you and your familyCorps Logistics Base in Barstow was purpose of a Community Plan is to guide throughout the coming year.contacted about available military tents. the future use, character and independentThe Marines came through by lending identity of a community. Community ---------------------------------the County two tents that will provide plans currently identify land use goals Robert Lovingood is chairman of thea warm, dry place for homeless folks and policies unique to each community. San Bernardino County Board of Su-this winter. They outline how the County of San pervisors representing the First District. Bernardino will manage and address Environment - County Code En-6 • FEBRUARY 1, 2018 • SAY YOU SAW IT IN DESERT NEWS POST • www.DesertNewsPost.com • FOR ADVERTISING CALL (760) 559-9402 • DNP

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THE REAL ESTATE MARKETPLACEWhat Families Look for When Buying a Home Traditionally, when cause if there are stairs to and from A ‘mud room’ ispeople with children the garage, are you really going to be nice, with a benchhave looked to buy willing to go up and down them car- and some storagea new home, they rying a child in from the car? for shoes and hard-were more concerned wood or laminatewith neighborhood Parents want an open area floor floors where youschools, walkability plan with wide stairs for carrying can drop everythingand convenient shop- little ones and laundry baskets, and from backpacks toping than with the the garage should be attached with a jackets. Make it in-actual layout of the walk-in area to the laundry for mud- side a separate en-home they’d occupy. dy kids. trance to the houseBut that is chang- from the main oneing from what they so that guests don’tlooked for 10 years see it.ago, when families Parents know allwere looking for too well that “kidssquare footage and come with clutter,”a large yard. Now, therefore parentsthey are looking at want lots of built-the configuration in storage in bed-of the home, with open floor plans main living space so that parents can rooms, spaces under stairs and hid-rather than separate dining and liv- keep tabs on what kids are looking den storage behind bookshelves toing rooms. at online. A family office should be pile toys and clothes when companyThey like to see a larger kitchen, very visible with a direct sightline to comes.and often want not just one large the kitchen. As kids get older, some familiescentral island, but two islands. Also popular are: a large kitch- want separate living areas for teensThat’s because kitchens are where en space, open floor plan and even and adults. Young families desire toeverything happens, and the kids use laundry space on the same floor with be on the same floor, but as the kidsthe islands now for breakfast, lunch room to fold laundry so parents can get older, parents may want a masterand dinner. keep an eye on everything. retreat on the main floor, and bed-Separate home offices are out too, Location of the garage also counts rooms for the teens on another floorreplaced by an office nook off the with many moms and parents, be- or wing.REAL ETSHTEATREEAPLROESFTEASTSEIOMNAARLKSEMTAPRLKACETEPLACEKeep your name & contact information in front of thousands of readers (760) 559-9402 Michelle Jnet Vanderpool Speaks Mandarin BRE #01899212 (760) 490-2047 Email: [email protected] I 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] • FEBRUARY 1, 2018 • SAY YOU SAW IT IN DESERT NEWS POST • www.DesertNewsPost.com • FOR ADVERTISING CALL (760) 559-9402 • DNP

THE REAL ESTATE MARKETPLACENeeds Assessment Survey Results Outline Areas of Public ConcernThe Mojave River Valley TEAM H e a l t h & high home • Finding a good primary doctorconducted a Needs Assessment survey W e l l b e i n g insurance in this area, and budgeting for enoughover the past year, and has compiled and Economic and taxes food to last the month.the results. Survey forms were printed Situation werein both the Desert News Post and Se- the top con- •I • President Trump is messing upnior News publications. In addition, cerns, at 84% worry our benefits in Medicaid and healthvolunteers gathered completed survey and 81% of re- about the insurance.forms from people attending events, spondents in- cost ofmeetings, and public places to get a dicating they living that • Can’t walk around well becausewell-rounded picture of how people felt these were keeps go- of bad knees.feel about our local communities. a big issue for ing up,All cities in the High Desert (Mo- them. and my Community/Public Safety:jave River Valley) area were included Commu- income • World environment includingin the survey. Many people added their nity & Safety does not. outerspace astronomicspersonal comments regarding the ar- are a concern Health & • Worry about walking on streets,eas they felt most need improvement. to 78% of re- Wellbe- and feeling secure wherever I go.The survey focused on four main spondents, and education factored in at • Public safety, dangerous tailgat-categories, with each including sub- 61% of people completing the survey. ing ing and speeding of cars/drivers, andcategories: Personal comments follow: • Concern over being turned away more police presence is needed.• Economic and Housing Climate Economic & Housing Climate: from food programs due to limited • We need more law enforcement,(income, employment, housing afford- • Rent costs are excessively high supply. Some regular clients give up policemenability, access to reliable transporta- especially since many are seniors on theirs or are turned away and they • Big concern about pedestrians intion) Social Security. We also need more won’t come back if that keeps hap- the street, and all the lost, unattended• Education (quality of schools/ 4-way signals close to some housing pening. and uncared-for animals in the street.teachers, ease of higher education developments. • Health problems mentioned fre- Fireworks are also a problem for vet-access, education-occupation match • Locating and finding referrals quently: Bad knees, hard time walking erans and pets. It’s an epidemic for qualified tradesmen for home and breathing, bad eyes, high blood • Disaster preparedness – thelocally) pressure, arthritis, nerve damage, community seems unprepared.• Health & Wellbeing (Access to maintenance and repairs is difficult. chronic pain. • Concerned for children andmedical care, chronic disease manage- • The transit system is terrible • Nutrition and access to fresh grandchildren living in this area.ment, mental health assistance, child – Why is there no transportation pro- healthy foods while on a budget • Roads are not patched and arewelfare/nutrition, vided for people who work evenings • Medical care is lacking, with not dangerous for drivingself-esteem, career opportunities) or early mornings? Especially since enough doctors in our area to service • Senior centers with more activi-• Community (Public safety, there are businesses open 24 hours. people needing care. Long waits to get ties such as day trips, educationenvironmental hazards, disaster pre- • We need a bigger house for our appointment, hard to get in quickly • Homeless and criminals are be-paredness, emergency assistance family, and it’s difficult to find an af- when sick. ing dropped off in our areaavailability & resources, protecting fordable one to rent. • Diet and medication are con-desert environment) • Income locally is less than other cerns. Education-OccupationsA tally of responses shows that areas of the state, and especially for se- • Healthier food choices – what • Having a hard time with the nior citizens, and also cost of covering about a Whole Foods or Trader Joe’s education system. for better quality products? • We’re the “step-children” to down the hill, including courts, medi-February’s Featured Properties cal clinics and higher education. Continued on page 14Awesome 55+ Community Less than 10 Minutes to Fwy!Sun City/Del Webb gated area of Apple Valley has avGHd1atthhnle.asr0eeertdeos6etapehglAhtadaeoaanrrcsrmsgipiraanReegaee.tVcelnol$oiii..osv2otaATui5uifnnhgu8slfgsheo,lH3o9luyrd0eeobrin0srnftodepihtcmvrnielremucrbe.wiede,aDdaepd.2y.esHrrnoob1saopo0apcmwtem0aahr2conet.e8hryhTbkotBaoeshsmshuaieaasloresacrplapscosamioirrulbtoygmsnepeAhcdomedoivnirnneneotndgy.a--,bkiLanlieoitgvvc/cehedoleiygnnnuviheanworrgtdmietrhdeamtbihnfcrarteosooamnk23tbfrabogdsdatwrtbenmditorfhsoomr&ktwmo&oaraldoxsalefirifmndgiceiuencm.cogeLuidallsdieorngcogeeurasrfslaiiitvtnlyoy-.,covered patio. Community has a state of the artTclourbLhaonues,eA, 3pppleooVlas,llegyy.m$2&34t,e9n0n0is courts. 19472How Much is Your Home Worth?Receive a Fast, Free Home Evaluation NO OBLIGATION! Follow me onDNP • SAY YOU SAW IT IN DESERT NEWS POST • www.DesertNewsPost.com • ADVERTISING INFO (760) 559-9402 • FEBRUARY 1, 2018 • 9

E-waste, Appliances and More Accepted Free at Disposal FacilityIf the holidays brought new elec- ing oil or any other chemical is a crime, both legallytronics and appliances but no plan for and environmentally.what to do with the old ones, the staff This disposal service is free to San Bernardinoat the Town of Apple Valley House- County. No hazardous business waste is accepted withhold Hazardous Waste Collection the exception of electronic waste. The Town contractsFacility can help. with San Bernardino County Fire HHW which arrangesLocated at 13450 Nomwaket Road for safe recycling or disposal of the waste as well asbetween Powhatan & Ottawa roads, training workers.the facility is open the first four Sat- For safe transport, make sure the amount of wasteurdays of each month from 10 a.m. to does not exceed five gallons per container and a total2 p.m., weather permitting, and will of 15 gallons or 125 pounds per trip. Check that theaccept electronics, medications, and waste containers are properly sealed. Keep the wasteother waste free of charge. in its original container if possible. Otherwise, label itsHousehold hazardous waste is contents clearly. Place the waste securely in the vehicleany material generated from normal for safe transport to the collection center.household activity that may threaten Call (760) 240-7521 for more information orhuman health or the environment visit www.GreenAppleValley.org for a complete list ofwhen disposed of improperly. For accepted items.example, one gallon of motor oil cancontaminate a million gallons of drink-ing water. Left over chemicals and Camp Rock Transfer Station for Lucerne ValleyResidentscleaners, medicines or hobby supplies The County of San Bernardino De- residents of Lucerne aboutcan sicken animals or people. Dump- partment of Public Works Solid Waste our Transfer Station in Lu- Management Division is reminding cerne for residential trash. Lucerne Valley CampAttn: Seniors: Get or Stay Fit! Rock Transfer Station is at 27805 Squaw Bush Road in Lucerne Valley. Opera-We Offer BOTH Silver Sneakers tional hours are Wednesday through Monday 8a.m. toand Silver & Fit Programs! 4:30 p.m. (Closed Tues- days).  This disposal site is Cardio & Strength for county unincorporatedDiscounted Training Equipment residents only.  Each resi- please refer to 1-800-OILYCAT Senior dential property owner in the unin- or  http://www.sbcfire.org/ofm/hhw/ corporated area is sent a Land Use HouseholdHazardousWaste.aspx.Memberships punch card annually and this must be For further information about presented when using the facility. Household hazardous materials Solid Waste Management please visit cannot be brought to any San Ber- our website at;4371 Phelan Rd. nardino County disposal site.  For http://cms.sbcounty.gov/dpw/Phelan CA. 92371 information on Household Hazardous SolidWasteManagement.aspx or call Waste, including disposal locations, 909-386-8701.(760) 868-6398MONDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 1-5pm SATURDAY ANESTHESIA & Spay & Neuter Low Cost FULL SET OFDENTAL CLEANING Package VACCINATIONS VACCINES WITH PHYSICAL DHPP $10-Rabies $10 Deworming $6 EXAM Bordatella $10 Cat Neuter EXAMSExpires 2/28/18 starting at $55 Expires 2/28/18 Expires 2/28/18 Expires 2/28/18 * call for details10 • FEBRUARY 1, 2018 • SAY YOU SAW IT IN DESERT NEWS POST • www.DesertNewsPost.com • FOR ADVERTISING CALL (760) 559-9402 • DNP

Your Input Needed: Morongo Basin Strategic Plan for Culture and the Arts be implemented by community part- Basin communities to articulate their San Bernardino County has com- ners and intends to create connections vision for culture and the arts, leadingmissioned the creation of a Morongo to integrate culture and arts into other to plans for activities that can fulfill thatBasin Strategic Plan for Culture and the areas – including education, economic vision.Arts. This project represents an extraor- development, youth activities, humandinary opportunity for the communities services, parks, and open spaces. “The Morongo Basin is known forin the Morongo Basin to advance their its artistic and creative way of life whichculture and arts, while strengthening The County needs the entire com- continues to attract residents, businessesthe economic impact of these treasured munity of local artists, leaders, busi- and tourists to this region,” said Sanresources. nesses, and residents to provide input Bernardino County Third District Super- into what they would like to see in the visor James Ramos. “We hope the com- The Cultural Planning Group, a plan.  The broader the perspective, the munity will help us build this roadmapSouthern California consulting firm greater the support across all community to continue to promote and celebrate thespecializing in the field of arts and sectors. The plan will assist Morongo Morongo Basin as an artistic hub.”culture with experience working withcommunities across the country to createcultural plans, has been selected to guide Cracker Barrel Establishes Scholarship at Victor Valley Collegethe project under the County Land Use scholarships to more thanServices Department. As the first Cracker Barrel Old College (VVC), to pro- 800 students since the Country Store® in the state of Califor- vide an annual scholar-The goal of the Strategic Plan is nia prepares for its grand opening in ship in perpetuity to inception of our annualto capitalize on existing resources to Victorville this February, the company Restaurant Management Employee Scholarshipmake the Morongo Basin’s culture and Program. Our partnershiparts sector stronger, more accessible, is teaming up with the Victor Valley Col- students to demonstrate with VVC is a naturaland more sustainable. This plan will lege Foundation to establish a $10,000 its long-term commit- extension for our brand as scholarship endowment at Victor Valley ment to the Victor Valley we open our first California location.” community. In addition, to celebrate the open- In fall of 2018, students enrolled in ing of its new location in Victorville, the hospitality program at VVC, will Cracker Barrel has partnered with VVC be eligible to receive scholarships to to offer three $1,000 scholarships for assist them with their financial needs. restaurant management students en- The endowment will support up to two rolled in the 2018-2019 academic year. students each year with a $500 scholar- The gesture comes as the Homestyle ship. Students interested in applying eatery is set to make history by laying its for scholarships can do so beginning first roots in the local region. Becoming January 16, 2018 during opening day a part of the fabric of the community of the Foundation’s scholarship drive. aligns with the company’s “Pleasing The online application can be found and People” mission to help others in need. requires an essay along with two letters “We are excited about this new of reference. partnership with the College and the “An endowment from a national opportunity to showcase our long-term brand with local ties is a first-of-its-kind commitment to the community and for VVC, and it’s an extremely gener- new home in California,” said Cracker ous gift for any corporate partner in the Barrel Manager of Corporate Citizen- restaurant industry,” said Victor Valley ship Sloane Lucas. “The company, and College Foundation Board President our Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Eric Schmidt. “Cracker Barrel is dem- Foundation, have a long history of sup- onstrating how collaboration is a key porting the pursuit of higher education, ingredient to setting our community up including awarding over $1 million in for success.”American Art & FrameFine Custom Picture Framing• Originals • Photographs • Posters •Limited Edition Prints • Memorabilia • Stitchery & Crafts • •1S0t0y0le’ssEsFtirmeeates• Any Kind of Art or Decor ofWe only use the the finest materials in all of our framing workServing the local community since 198620601 Highway 18, Apple Valley, CA 92307Thom Bond (760) 242-8002 OwnerDNP • SAY YOU SAW IT IN DESERT NEWS POST • www.DesertNewsPost.com • ADVERTISING INFO (760) 559-9402 • FEBRUARY 1, 2018 • 11

Senator Morrell Offers Internship Program to College StudentsContinued from page 1 in how the government is meant to work. asks students (and everyone really) to read Nick Calero promotes intern program. • Healthcare – Rising costs and di- A program through his office offers in- up on philosophy. Suggestions are: Hom- among the highest income and sales taxes ternships to college students. Another op- er, Plutarch, Aristotle, Homer, Socrates, in the country. He defends his decision, atminishing access to care; portunity is geared towards faith-based Plato, and from the Roman, Renaissance, the stroke of a pen, to release over 40,000 • K-12 Education – Low, unstable organizations, where Morrell will speak Contempory. American and other periods, prisoners. He also doubles down and to organized groups of pastors and other Totalitarianism, and of course from the fudges the numbers on high-speed rail byfunding and poor student performance; church leaders about communicating with Bible. at least $40 billion, suggesting that it is on • High-Speed Rail – Unrealistic esti- their members. budget when we know that not to be so. John Adams, signer of the Declara-mates and poor implementation; Senator Morrell’s office has created tion of Independence and Second Presi- “To sum it up, the governor continues • Crime and Corrections – Massive an internship program that teaches the dent of the United States said it well: “It is to turn left with his socialistic agenda of constitution. Based on Hillside College’s religion and morality alone which can es- big government. Getting our state back onovercrowding, rising costs, measuring Constitution 101 course, college students tablish the principles upon which freedom track will require limiting government’srealignment’s impact (prisoner early re- interested in government, journalism, can securely stand. The only foundation power, not increasing it, restoring con-lease) communications, or other related fields of a free constitution is pure virtue.” trol to the people, and ensuring govern- are encouraged to apply. Internships are ment works for us and not the other way • Economy – Lagging recovery and available at both the Rancho Cucamonga Educate the people, and we may be around.”uneven economic growth District Office and the Capitol Office in able to keep our prosperity... and poster- SacramentoCourse credit may be avail- ity. While many have backed away from For information about District Of- • Civic Engagement – Lack of trans- able through a college or universityby the pulpit, churches and spiritual centers fice internships, contact Nick Calero atparency, eroding public trust, and low checking with their academic advisor or may be the key to getting people involved (909) 919-7731 or  [email protected] turnout. campus coordinator. in improving our society/government. ca.gov(link sends e-mail). Morrell has suggested holding local con- While the public may like to blame Interns work with professional staff ferences for pastors to learn about ways For information about Capitol Of-the government for these things, Morrell on a variety of projects. Responsibilities to reach their congregations. A conference fice internships, contact Lindsey Dietz atputs the responsibility back on the citizens include learning office skills, preparing would have several speakers make pre- (916) 651-4023 or  [email protected] the United States: The founding prin- reports, researching legislative issues, sentations at the event. ca.gov.ciples state that we are to be a self-govern- compiling information to respond to con-ing nation. The responsibility is supposed stituent inquiries, assisting with commu- While visiting with Morrell, we Subscribe to Senator Morrell’s news-to lie with the people. nity outreach efforts, handling incoming touched on crime, lack of transparency letter, visit http://morrell.cssrc.us/ and mail, aiding communications staff, media in government and eroding public trust. click on “Join the Mailing List.” When citizens gripe about the con- archiving, and general office duties. He is quick to state that the core of thesedition of our state government, Morrell problems also comes to the spiritual solu-likes to ask them to name their represen- Morrell’s office trains about 40 in- tion – we each have to look in the mirrortatives. He says most people don’t know terns per year. They are trained in some and come to terms with ourself.who represents them. important things required to rebuild and restore the Constitution. Some have gone About 3000 bills are introduced per Most High Desert residents vote to work for the offices of Paul Cook, Paul year. He is involved with other represen-Republican, and therefore most of their Ryan Jay Obernolte, and other representa- tatives of our local area, including Sena-elected officials are from that party. But, tives. Others have ended up at the Dept. tor Wilk, Assemblyman Obernolte, andthe rest of the state’s residents mostly vote of Finance, and one made it to the White Supervisor Lovingood to work on legisla-Democrat. Here’s a fun statistic. Morrell’s House working for the press. One young tion issues.office has 6 employees, where the average woman, who was biology major, wantedDemocrat has 19. Why? The Democrats to learn about the policy side of environ- Recently, Morrell publicly comment-control the budget. mental issues. She left the office with a ed on Govern Brown’s 2018 State of the good understanding of the challenges and State Address: “The governor’s State of How can we make changes? The roadblocks of policy. the State Address was filled with promisespublic is impatient, yet apathetic. Will it of utopian dreams of a government bu-take tough times to get their attention? Students study the Declaration of In- reaucracy that plans, controls, and ownsWe’re all racing around to keep up with dependence, Constitution, Kennedy’s In- more of our state’s resources and capitalour schedules, childrens school and sports augural Address, and asked to read docu- - at the expense of taxpayers.events, watching TV, or on cell phones ments from the “great thinkers.” Mike’sconstantly. Isn’t it time for people to pay philosophy is to have them learn as much “As one of his crowning achieve-attention to what the government is doing, from the great thinkers as possible. He ments, he points to his signing of $52and ask how they can help make changes billion in higher gas taxes and pain atin our 10 biggest challenges? the pump when Californians already pay A better way to get change to happenis to educate people. 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California Commentary: Responses to the Governor’s BudgetContinued from page 1 since Gov. Brown was elected in 2010. from Sen. John Moorlach, R-Costa to a possible economic slowdown andKabuki dance where every Sacramento Still, most of the voices from the left Mesa, the California Legislature’s only should be lauded for increasing ourplayer has a role. First, the governor pro- called for even more spending. For CPA, who has been laser-focused on rainy day funds, he has been a spend-poses a budget in January, then there is example, State Treasurer John Chiang the staggering amount of public debt in thrift in Sacramento.”the infamous “May Revision,” and that stated “I would continue to urge him and California even when we have balancedleads up — hopefully — to the passage lawmakers to continue to invest more budgets. His reaction was a distillation The second best reaction to theof the final budget by the constitutional heavily in three bedrock areas that are of the true state of California’s fiscal governor’s proposed budget is from Sen.deadline in June. critical to the long term prosperity of condition: “Gov. Brown admits that Andy Vidak, R-Hanford, who simply this state: higher education, affordable ‘the last 5 budgets have significantly acknowledged that the proposed budget Part of the January dance when the housing and early childhood education.” increased spending,’ and this budget is just that — proposed. We won’t knowinitial plan is released is the reaction proposal is no different. Coming in at the true state of fiscal affairs until thefrom constitutional officers, legislators Republicans, on the other hand, just under $300 billion dollars of total debate over the final budget in June con-and interest groups that customarily sup- want more accountability and would spending, debt and poverty remain at cludes. However, the way he stated thisply some sort of quote to media outlets. prefer that some of this year’s surplus all-time highs. Even worse, our balance fact garners extra points for style: “Sem-It’s a dog and pony show, but it does be returned to taxpayers. Fiscal watch- sheet is massively short and unfunded per in excretia sumus solim profundumhelp in staking out turf between now dogs, such as Howard Jarvis Taxpayers liabilities are in the hundreds of billions variat.” This Latin phrase translates as,and the June 30 deadline. Association, expressed concern with the of dollars. Our underfunded pension “We’re always in the manure; only the explosive growth in Medi-Cal spending systems will get minimum payments depth varies.” Not surprisingly, the comments as well as the billions in unfunded pen- of $6.2 billion for CalPERS and $3.1from Democratic legislators and con- sion liabilities. billion for CalSTRS. These costs are For California’s beleaguered tax-stitutional officers regarding the pro- directly related to policies Jerry Brown payers, Sens. Moorlach and Vidak bringposed budget were positive given that Two of the best responses to the embraced 40 years ago during his first clarity and truth to California’s fiscalthe general fund budget has grown to governor’s proposed budget stand out time as governor. While he’s sensitive dysfunction.$132 billion — a staggering 44 percent for very different reasons. The first is Jon Coupal is president of the How- ard Jarvis Taxpayers Association Are You Happy? Council Member Stanton Elected Successful? President of The Women’s Caucus Continued from page 1 “Barb Stanton is a dedicated advocate Live each day to the fullest! resources to our town!” who strongly supports issues that benefit women at all levels.  She was instrumental You’ll Learn How To: • Live Healthier/Longer During the same conference, Town of in bringing The Women’s Caucus back to • Find Life’s Purpose • Manifest Abundance Apple Valley councilmembers filled two life,” said Bishop. “I have no doubt that her • Use Mind-Body-Spirit • Master Success of the forty-eight Director positions on the desire to empower women will be visible • Feel/Think Positive • Trust Yourself League’s Board of Directors.  Then Mayor in her actions as President.” Scott Nassif was appointed as a BoardChange Your Life for the Better Now! 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Needs Assessment Survey Results Outline Areas of Public ConcernContinued from page 9 with the number of patients they are vey perceive many issues that they Some cities aren’t even offering CERT • Terrible transit system – how do handling. Many doctors choose not to feel are not being addressed properly training, and Red Cross and other locate here due to the percentage of by government agencies. agencies do not have the resources tostudents get to class/college? patients on Medi-cal and it’s difficult help very many people in the event of • Income is low, employment is to get paid for their services in a timely The looming San Andreas fault a large disaster or emergency situation. fashion (by the government). earthquake potential is just one factorlow, kid’s can’t find work when they in the concern over lack of emergency There are many more commentswant a job The region has a high percentage preparedness for every individual. that cannot be published here due to of seniors who are on fixed incomes, People are either not educated or are space considerations. We know that The education that young people and they have trouble finding suitable not motivated to get their food, sup- everyone in the community is inter-are getting doesn’t match the jobs affordable housing. In addition the plies and emergency plans in order. ested in all of these important subjects.available job market mostly offers much lower paying jobs, and there are not enough We need better higher education jobs for those who would qualify forclass options so we can attract better higher-paying positions.employers and higher paying positionsto this region Public safety and especially the criminal element (early release from As you can see, people are con- prison/jail) is a big issue. Many per-cerned about the state of their local ceive that nothing is being done tocommunities. With upwards of 50% keep released criminals from becom-to 75% of residents on some form ing the homeless on the streets nearof public assistance, it is difficult to their homes, schools and businesses.feel good about the economy andjob situation. In addition, healthcare All in all, respondents to the sur-is lacking in the High Desert withthe average physician overwhelmedHow to Sell Your HouseWithout An Agent High Desert, CA, If you’ve tried up until you’ve read a new report entitledto sell your home yourself, you know “Sell Your Own Home” which has beenthat the minute you put the “For Sale by prepared especially for home-sellers likeOwner” sign up, the phone will start to you. You’ll find that selling your homering off the hook. Unfortunately, most by yourself is entirely possible once youcalls aren’t from prospective buyers, understand the process.but rather from every real estate agentin town who will start to hound you for Inside this report, you’ll find 10 in-your listing. side tips to selling your home by yourself which will help you sell for the best price Like other “For Sale by Owners”, in the shortest amount of time. You’llyou’ll be subjected to a hundred sales find out what real estate agents don’tpitches from agents who will tell you want you to know.how great they are and how you can’tpossibly sell your home by yourself. To hear about how to order yourAfter all, without the proper informa- FREE copy of this report call toll-freetion, selling a home isn’t easy. Perhaps 1-800-596-5137 and enter 1017. Youyou’ve had your home on the market can call any time, 24 hours a day, 7for several months with no offers from days a week.qualified buyers. This can be a veryfrustrating time, and many homeowners Get your free special report NOWhave given up their dreams of selling to learn how you really can sell yourtheir homes themselves.But don’t give home yourself. This report is courtesy of www.HighDesertHomeSales. net and GDR Inc. BRE #01524222.Oc 2016BUSINESS CARD ADVERTISING DIRECTORY View the Town’s Local History on Display Historic Apple Valley Inn #153 Mon-Thurs 10am - 7pm Fri-Sat 10-4 / Sun 12-6 20601 Hwy 18, A.V., CA 92307 (760) 985-1918 A 501(c)3 Non-profit House Cleaning & Yard Work • Reasonable Rates • References Call Lorie 760-261-153014 • FEBRUARY 1, 2018 • SAY YOU SAW IT IN DESERT NEWS POST • www.DesertNewsPost.com • FOR ADVERTISING CALL (760) 559-9402 • DNP

Volunteers Who Worked to Restore the USS Iowa Hold ReunionContinued from page 1 ing, corrosion and it had rotted nez Bridgesing the restoration process. control, repair much more than and from theA dinner party was held at San Rafael of her famous the teak. many boatsJoe’s Italian restaurant that evening. The wooden deck, The overall in the Suisuncomeraderie of those gathered for the and underwa- goal was to pre- Bay.reunion is unmistakable, as participants ter hull pres- serve as much Thein the restoration project told tales of the ervation. Res- original teak as non-profitprocess and their experiences. toration crews possible. These Pacific Bat-A little history of the USS Iowa’s removed wood areas amount to tleship Cen-restoration project: on October 27, 2011, from the steel approximately ter (PBC),after resting for a decade in Suisun Bay b u l k h e a d s 25 to 30 percent i s n o w i nwith the rest of the Mothball Fleet, the (margins) on of the ship. The charge of theUSS Iowa was moved to Port Richmond. the main decks 45,000 ton, 887 ship. StaffThe restoration of the ship was a for the painter foot long battle- and volun-huge project, with the Richmond team to get clos e ship required ex- teers of the Photo by KATRINA SIVERTStaking trips to Bremmerton, Washington, enough and tensive rehabili- c e n t e r s u - Pacific Battleship Centerwhere other battleships and aircraft car- blasted the steel The USS Iowa was docked at the Port of tation, including pervised the V.P. David Canfield talksriers are retired. These ships are used for to prevent fur- Richmond during the restoration process. scraping and restoration during reunion dinner.parts missing from other ships that are ther corrosion. painting. process.being restored. Everything from toilets They also removed severely rotted wood After, restoration the ship left Rich- During the volunteers reunion dinnerto hardware pieces to huge cables and on the bow that made the area unsafe for mond in May 2012 for it’s new home in San Rafael, Vice President and CIOropes are unloaded from these ships and future visitors, and was allowing water in San Pedro, California and is now a David Canfield spoke on the progress ofused to replace parts on the USS Iowa. to seep in. museum in Los Angeles. programs for the public, volunteers and Some of the wood on the Iowa was The Iowa began her journey to the Port crew, along with an update on the ongo-Extensive work on the exterior ofthe ship was required, including paint- replaced with Douglas Fir in the 1980’s of Los Angeles on May 26, 2012 under ing restoration of the ship. tow by tugboats. The departure was ob- The PBC’s mission is to celebrate High Desert Institute served by people gathered along Benicia’s the American spirit through the preserva- waterfront, on the Benicia and Carqui- tion and interpretation of the BattleshipLimb Salvage IOWA, educate the public on the accomplishments and sacrifices of AmericanHOURS • Wound Care Physician patriots and to engage its Apple Valley • Limb Salvation Surgeon guests in unique and excit- Mon. 7am-6pm • Sports Medicine and Pathology ing ways that bring the shipTue-Fri 7am - 3pm to life by connecting the2nd Sat./mo. 9am-1pm of the Lower Extremity past with the future.San Bernardino • Certified Lymphedema Therapist SEesHpaa~nbolal This includes innova- Wed-Thur-Fri Dr. Norris Morrison D.P.M. 4pm-7pm tive programs and initia- tives to further public edu-Foot and Ankle Surgeon • Diabetic Wound Specialist cation, career development, veterans and senior social- ization, community events,APPLE VALLEY SAN BERNARDINO BARSTOW and economic development.18225 Highway 18 2130 N. Arrowhead Ave #201C 830 W. Main St Watch for more infor-Apple Valley, CA 92307 San Bernardino, CA 92405 Barstow, CA 92311 mation on the progress of the USS Iowa in upcoming Photo by Jeremy Bonelle, courtesy of the Pacific Battleship Center issues of this newspaper.760-242-5096 909-571-4534 760-867-9088 A volunteer works to remove teakwood on deck.DNP • SAY YOU SAW IT IN DESERT NEWS POST • www.DesertNewsPost.com • ADVERTISING INFO (760) 559-9402 • FEBRUARY 1, 2018 • 15

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