August 26, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
We received the following Candidate Statement from Chino City Council Candidate, Lee McGroarty.
We are happy to publish Candidate Statements for any candidate affecting the Chino Valley. Please send them to info@ChinoHills.com.
We've all heard the reports about the city officials in Bell receiving outrageous salaries - or - the city manager of Vernon (population of 91) receiving a $500,000 pension for life. Whatever happened to politicians serving us, rather than the other way around? So, why all the buzz about businessman Lee McGroarty, the gentleman running for Chino City Council on November 2nd? How is he any different than the typical politician or the current counc >>
August 21, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Six Months to Go Until The Largest Tax Hikes in History
In just six months, the largest tax hikes in the history of America will take effect. They will hit families and small businesses in three great waves on January 1, 2011:
First Wave: Expiration of 2001 and 2003 Tax Relief
In 2001 and 2003, the GOP Congress enacted several tax cuts for investors, small business owners, and families. These will all expire on January 1, 2011:
Personal income tax rates will rise. The top income tax rate will >>
August 20, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Inland Jobless Rate Rises To 15.1 Percent
Unemployment rose to more than 15 percent in Inland Southern California in July, mostly because of declines in government jobs.
The jobless rate was estimated at 15.1 percent in Riverside and San Bernardino counties, up from 14.4 percent in June, according to a state Employment Development Department report released today. Government hiring fell sharply in July, which is common when schools are closed.
However, there were 4,400 fewer govern >>
August 12, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Luis A. Artiga says he lives at the Bell church where he pastors. He owns a four-bedroom home in San Bernardino County that is listed as his primary residence on property tax records.
Residency
A Bell city councilman says he and his family live in a small apartment behind the church where he is the pastor - even though he also owns a large home in Chino.
Luis A. Artiga has owned the Chino home for at least eight years. He was appointed to >>
August 12, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Census Boost At An End - Temporary jobs stop as economy still ails
In May and June, when Census workers were going door to door collecting information, the U.S. Census Bureau employed about 4,700 people in San Bernardino County and pumped millions of dollars into the economy.
Census jobs are temporary, but they pay well while they last. Many of the roughly 4,400 people working out of the county's three local census offices - in Chino Hills, Yucaipa and San Bernardino - made $16.50 or more per hour and were ab >>
August 4, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
San Bernardino County is no longer revealing its litigation costs in its civil lawsuit against former county officials accused of corruption.
County officials say they're doing so to protect their legal strategy and that state law allows them to keep information about litigation records confidential until the matter is resolved.
However, a public records expert said the county is misapplying the law and that legal billings are not protected >>
July 28, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
A number of hopefuls have expressed their intent to wrest seats from incumbent city council and school board members throughout the Inland Valley as the filing period for the Nov. 2 election has now passed the halfway point.
Council seats are being contested in Chino, Chino Hills, Fontana, Montclair, Ontario, Pomona, Rancho Cucamonga and Upland.
Among the newest contenders for public office is Upland native and wine expert Gino Fillipi wh >>
July 26, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Residents & Equestrian groups oppose development
CHINO HILLS - Residents crowded City Hall in hopes of persuading the Planning Commission to turn down construction of a church they say would endanger the country atmosphere of their neighborhood.
The commission voted Tuesday to postpone consideration of the project to Sept. 7.
Community Development Manager Christine Kelly said applicant Ezra Kim had met all of the development standards required by the city.
At issue is the proposal to b >>
July 26, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Members of San Bernardino County tea party groups don't want to be ignored
but group leaders say they're suspicious of an attempt by some members of Congress to take up the tea party flag.
Some tea party leaders say the newly formed congressional Tea Party Caucus could give lawmakers a chance to claim they're part of the tea party movement without holding to the movement's ideals.
"It could be seen as the golden ticket, for lack of a better term," said Kelly Good, an organizer of the Chino Hills Tea Part >>
Nine of us (three potential first-time candidates) met at The City Broiler last night to talk about what it's like to run for City Council
and to share ideas and strategies. I organized this event because of my desire to ensure that our city should never again have a non-election the way we did in 2008. Elections are rare events, even in America. When you are elected to a position of power within any governing body, it usually lasts for two, four, or six years. And since 2004, the city of Chino Hills has had only 3 elections true, so an election is an event that should be taken >>
July 15, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
The Chino Valley Fire District is committed to assisting and serving the residents and businesses in the cities of Chino and Chino Hills. As part of our commitment, the Fire District is offering local businesses and property owners a means for economic relief from the current economic downturn.
During its July 14th Board Meeting, the Chino Valley Fire District Board of Directors approved a resolution waiving an Inspection Base Charge of $22 >>
Do You Want to Serve on the Chino Hills City Council?
Do you think you have what it takes to run for public office? Two individuals, a former candidate and the Chino Hills City Clerk. will discuss what it takes to get a campaign started in an informal gathering.
Next Thursday, July 22nd, 2010, ChinoHills.com (which is neither connected to nor acting on behalf of the City of Chino Hills) is organizing a "First-Time-Candidate Discussion". The event will last 1 hour from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM >>
July 8, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
County leaders approved the 2010-11 spending plan Monday. The new fiscal year begins July 1.
San Bernardino County's budget for the new fiscal year calls for cutting hundreds of county jobs and holding off on raises for many county employees.
The $3.8 billion spending plan calls for cutting 529 county positions. County leaders acknowledged the budget included "painful decisions" but said it will help the county remain on solid financial ground into the future.
"We could not lose sight of the fact that the public dese >>
July 3, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Difficult job ahead
CHINO - School district board members have authorized the superintendent to begin work on substantial future budget cuts to deal with a major deficit expected in two years.
Chino Valley Unified officials project a $30 million deficit in the 2012-2013 school year, as expenditures have begun to outpace revenues and massive reductions to state education coffers continue. The board must determine a fiscal plan to deal with the shortfall by its fir >>
June 29, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
City bracing for new challenges
CHINO HILLS - The State of the City address on Thursday highlighted the city's efforts to weather the recession and ways it's bracing for new challenges.
"It has been 18 years of full speed ahead progress since our incorporation in 1991," said Mayor Bill Kruger. "As we have reached our adulthood we have already set in motion the next 10 years of strategic planning that will ensure our always improving future."
A short vi >>
June 16, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Who should we believe?
The outlook of recovery in the Inland Empire varies depending on the pundit or the school doing the predictions. A few weeks ago, we referenced an article in the Press Enterprise that stated that the experts expected a "Slow, Steady, Recovery". These experts hailed from Chapman University.
See the s >>
June 14, 2010By State Assemblyman Curt Hagman (R Ca. - 60th District)
"Betsy Ross Got It Right"
The United States flag is a symbol of the greatest nation on earth, representing our past, the present, and hinting at our future. It is one of the most identifiable symbols in existence, being found on the uniforms of American armed forces, flown at the top of the United States Capitol and the White House, and on the aid packages distributed to the numerous countries we provide assistance to worldwide. This year our nation-wide observance of Fla >>
June 12, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Chapman University economists say anemic Inland residential construction is keeping job growth sluggish.
Chapman University economists predict a slow and steady economic recovery stretching through 2011 for Inland Southern California, the state and nation, with no "double dip" caused by European debt problems.
"Thankfully we are not that dependent on countries in Europe like Greece that will go through a recession. For us Chi >>
Vice Mayor, Ed Graham held a fundraiser at the McCoy Equestrian Center on Thursday, June, 3rd. A reception was held at 5:00 PM with wine, beer, soda, and light snacks, which included appetizers from Mes Amis restaurant. The Chino Hills High Jazz Band played and attendees were entertained by Danny Magic from the Magic Castle.
Dinner began at 6:00 PM and was catered by our own Michael Hockenhull from the Santa Maria BBQ. The Guest Speaker was U >>
June 7, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Prison's inmate housing to be more secure
CHINO - Dozens of state inmates are busy with construction work aimed at undoing the extensive building damage caused by rioting prisoners at the California Institution for Men last year.
The nearly $6 million construction project, at the prison's Reception Center West dormitory housing units, is expected to be finished by September, with a projected opening for a portion of the dorm housing in August, officials said.
As a cost-cutting meas >>
Why should we do anything to help abusive electric companies?
SCE has ignored and rebuffed Chino Hills citizens and representatives for three years. They insist on ramming high voltage power lines through our neighborhoods, hovering over our backyards (or our neighbor's) and hovering over our children as they play and swim nearby.
They have shown no regard for the safety of our children and have ignored our local representative's efforts for alternative routes. These routes have been shown to be better >>
May 25, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
New report highlights demographic shift
A new study released Saturday by the Brookings Institution, in Washington D.C. has found that the Inland Empire had the largest increase in Latino population of any metropolitan region in the nation during the last decade.
The study is the latest to underscore the dramatic demographic trends occurring in Riverside and San Bernardino counties, which saw significant growth in the last decade.
An examination of census data last year found that >>
May 22, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Unemployment dropped sharply in Riverside and San Bernardino counties in April, as the region saw big jumps in hiring for jobs relating to the United States government's census count.
The jobless dropped from 15 percent in March to 14.2 percent, the state Employment Development reported this morning. The federal government, with an estimated 2,400 new jobs in April, was the most active employer...
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May 10, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Believes Miller is Deflecting Attention Away from Earmark Corruption Allegations
Congressman Gary Miller of the 42nd Congressional District refered to allegations of Earmark Corruption as "gutter politics", according to a Chino Champion article. Miller also refers to McGroarty as a "Little Girl" and his allegations "childish" and "petty" during an interview with Wendy Leung, an Inland Valley Daily Bulletin Reporter.
McGroarty countered by saying "Miller is deflecting attention away >>
May 8, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Primary Congressional opponent, Lee McGroarty asks for investigation
Diamond Bar - The watchdog group CREW, "Citizens For Responsibility And Ethics in Washington," says Republican Congressman Gary Miller from Diamond Bar directed millions of dollars in government money to non-profits headed by one of his campaign contributors, developer Jeffrey Burum.
Miller denys all of CREW's allegations, but documents show Miller helped tack earmarks onto various pieces of legislation which directed taxpayer money >>
April 24, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Chino officials demand tighter security at new adult prison
CHINO - The city has demanded state corrections officials install greater security measures at the former youth prison before the transfer of inmates there later this year.
City officials have expressed concern to corrections officials about the planned move of another 750 California Institution for Men inmates to the former Heman G. Stark Youth Facility before the installation of more towers and a lethal electrical fencing.
"Prior to >>
April 23, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Governor-Sponsored Legislation Will Give Schools Flexibility in Tough Economic Times
Sacramento - Senator Bob Huff (R - Diamond Bar) announced that Senate Bill 955, sponsored by Governor Schwarzenegger and designed to give school districts more flexibility and control over local staffing decisions, was approved by the Senate Education Committee this afternoon.
"Schools are struggling to provide core services to students this year," said Senator Huff. "Now is not the time for the Legislature to micromanage eve >>
April 16, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Lee McGroarty, Republican candidate for the 41st Congressional District spoke today at the Chino Hills Tea Party on Grand and Peyton Avenues. Over 300 local residents came together protesting big government. McGroarty gave a fiery speech decrying the virtues of reducing government spending and fiscal responsibility.
April 16, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Over 300 people showed up on the corner of Grand and Peyton Avenues
in Chino Hills today to protest big government and to express their rage about out of control spending. The event was organized by Kelly Good, a long-time resident.
Speakers included Assemblyman Curt Hagman, Mayor Bill Kruger, and candidate for the 41st District of the US Congress, Lee McGroarty. Curt Hagman stated, "Our state capital is a very liberal, very progressive place that does not represent Californians in my opinion. There r >>
April 16, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
California Democrats are Pushing for Higher Taxes on Working Families
Assemblyman Curt Hagman released an informational sheet this week that showed how California Democrats want to increase tax rates in spite of the fact that California already has some of the highest tax rates in the country. The sheet contained the following information...
CALIFORNIA TAXES: Hard-working Californians are paying one of the highest tax burdens in the country. Every day, Californians pay:
Highest State Sales Tax Rate in the U >>
April 15, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Property Rights Dispute With SCE
Chino Hills Outraged Over Power Line Decision
Property Rights Dispute With SCE
Chino Hills is outraged over the SB Superior Court's decision regarding the Tehachapi Renewable Transmission Project
Chino Hills City Attorney Mark Hensley announced at Tuesday's City Council meeting that Judge Keith Davis of the San Bernardino Superior Court ruled on Monday, April 12th that the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has exclusive juri >>
April 15, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
SB 1051 Ensures Thousands of Epileptic Students Have Access to Life Saving Drugs at School
Sacramento - Senator Bob Huff (R - Diamond Bar) announced today that Senate Bill 1051, a bill to help students suffering from a seizure while at school, passed the Senate Education Committee despite opposition from labor unions. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 93,730 children in California suffer from epilepsy.
SB 1051 will allow volunteer school employees to be trained to provide emergency medical assistance to students suffering from >>
April 14, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Not Scorn of Sacramento Democrats
By: Assemblyman Curt Hagman
One hundred years ago, the Boy Scouts of America was founded, inspiring generations to become good citizens and give of themselves to make their communities a better place. As an Eagle Scout myself, I was one of the millions of young men over the past 100 years who proudly served as a Boy Scout.
On this important occasion, Assembly Republican Leader Martin Garrick and I introduced Assembly Concurrent Resolution 119 to honor the Scouts on their >>
April 13, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
A One-Stop Shop for Business Licensing and Permits Benefits the Economy
Sacramento-Senator Bob Huff (R - Diamond Bar) welcomed the news that Governor Schwarzenegger is further helping small businesses through his newly created Governor's Office of Economic Development (GoED). Senator Huff recently introduced a bill which will implement several of the small business benefits the Governor is promoting. With Senator Huff's bill, the Governor now has the ability to put into law his Executive Order. Senate Bill 980 & >>
April 6, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Trustees Agree On New Superintendent
After hours of debate and months of searching, Billings School District 2 trustees voted Monday night to offer the superintendent job to Keith Beeman.
Beeman is associate superintendent of human resources in the Chino Valley Unified School District in Southern California.
The board voted eight in favor of Beeman with Trustee Joel Guthals abstaining. Asked after the meeting why he abstained, Guthals declined to comment.
During the meeting >>
April 5, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
District lifts 71 layoffs
CHINO - Teachers in the Chino Valley Unified School District who were given layoff notices last month can breathe a little easier.
The school board late last week approved rescinding 71 of the 97 layoff notices sent to Chino Valley teachers after 160 senior teachers agreed to early retirement.
For the next school year, the district projects saving about $153,000 by replacing 160 senior teachers with less-experienced, lower-paid teachers. Th >>
April 5, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Local agencies seek to address the issue
In a news report Wednesday, The Associated Press said inmates convicted of violent crimes are among those being freed early from the state's jails to save money, despite lawmakers' promises that they would exclude most dangerous prisoners and sex offenders.
A review of inmate data from various counties, including San Bernardino County, shows that some of the freed criminals were convicted of assault with a deadly weapon, battery, domestic viol >>
April 1, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Event Info
April 28, 2010
11:30 a.m.
14280 Peyton Dr., Chino Hills
The Inland Empire Chamber Legislative Alliance proudly presents the Second Candidate Town Hall Meeting.
The second candidate to participate in the informal question and answer program will be Insurance Commissioner Steve Poizner, Candidate for Governor of California.
The luncheon is set for Tuesday, April 28 at 11:30 a.m. at the McCoy Equestrian & Recreation Center, 14280 Peyton Dr., Chino Hills
Lunch will be provided by Santa Maria >>
March 31, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
We received this letter from Assemblyman Curt Hagman
Facing High Unemployment and More State Job Losses,
It's Time to Delay Implementation of AB 32
This week, we learned that another 20,400 jobs were lost in California in the month of February. Our state's unemployment figures remained at an unacceptably high 12.5 percent.
Unfortunately, California continues to shoot itself in the foot. State bureaucrats are pressing forward with plans to implement Assembly Bill 32, unproven global warmi >>
March 31, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
As Riverside County Growth Remains Sluggish
For the third year in a row, Riverside County's growth continued to outpace the state's, while more people moved out of San Bernardino County than moved in, according to newly released 2009 census population estimates.
The data reveal that, despite a slightly higher unemployment rate than San Bernardino County and higher housing prices, Riverside County continues to attract more new residents than its neighbor.
Nearly 17,500 more people mov >>
March 26, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
The City of Chino Hills is seeking a student member for their Parks and Rec Commission.
Here is a link to the application: Student Member Application
DUTIES OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
Under Chino Hills Municipal Code, Chapter 2.32, the Parks and Recreation Commission shall advise the City Council on all matters subject to the >>
March 10, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Assemblyman Curt Hagman Introduces AB 2662 Banning Monster Electric Towers in Residential Neighborhoods
Assemblyman Curt Hagman - "Renewable energy can be transmitted without endangering the families living along the utility corridor."
Sacramento-- Assemblyman Curt Hagman (R-Chino Hills) introduced Assembly Bill 2662 to ensure the monster electric towers approved for use in residential areas by the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) in the 60th Assembly District never cast their shadow over the homes of its residents.
Southern >>
McGroarty is running for 42nd District of California which includes Chino & Chino Hills
California, (January 23, 2010) - The Independence Caucus is proud to announce their support for Congressional Candidate Lee McGroarty in the 42nd District.
The Independence Caucus carefully chooses candidates based on an extensive vetting process, and after running the gambit, Lee McGroarty, can now count himself as one of Independence Caucus' family.
Lee attended Central Connecticut State University; Finance; 1987 to 1990. He served in t >>
Senator Huff's Bill to Purchase Health Insurance Rejected by Democrats
Sacramento - Senator Bob Huff (R - Diamond bar) announced today that SBX8-65, a measure to provide consumers with more choices for affordable health care coverage was rejected by the Senate Health Committee on a party line vote.
"While the Democrats just pushed through an expensive single payer government health care plan amidst a $20 billion deficit, a common sense bill to help customers purchase more cost effective health insurance was re >>
February 21, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
CHINO - It was supposed to have happened later rather than sooner, but the Heman G. Stark Youth Correctional Facility will formally close by the end of the month.
And just as quickly, the state Department of Corrections begins a multi-million dollar project to transform the youth prison into a part of the adult California Institution of Men and expand its inmate housing operation in the Chino Valley.
A prison riot in August damaged faciliti >>
February 21, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Several jurors cried as Guillermo Ruelas described his experiences at the hands of youth correctional counselor James Shelby.
"He said, 'You know what I want,"' Ruelas muttered, fighting back tears. "Knowing you're in a spot where you're trapped makes you feel violated."
Ruelas is one of four former wards who alleged they were sexually abused by Shelby while incarcerated at the Heman G. Stark Youth Correctional Facility >>
February 5, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
"Worst law in 2009"
Last week, the state began implementing the worst law in 2009 that aims to cut the state's prison population by about 6,500 inmates over the next year. This law was part of the 2009 budget package that I strongly opposed, yet it passed through with a Democratic majority and was unfortunately approved by the governor. The stated goal of this plan was to reduce overcrowding and save money in the Corrections budget.
Since this plan was first int >>
February 3, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Current law allows some public officials and law enforcement officers to protect their home addresses...
from disclosure, keeping the address confidential when police run a license plate check. Confidentiality is rightly extended to the spouse and children of these officials, but when these family members are also convicted criminals, the confidentiality extended to the family members compromises officer safety.
SB 938 will require disclosure of a spouse's or child's home address if they have been convicted of a crime and are on active probation >>
February 2, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
In the latest example of just how out of touch Sacramento Democrats are with the needs of California"s working families, the liberal majority has a new target in its sights - free parking.
Senate Democrats this week passed a measure by Sen. Alan Lowenthal, D-Long Beach, to encourage cities and counties to take away badly-needed free parking spaces across the state. If this measure passes, the state would offer local government incentives to erect parking meters or eliminate parking spaces altogether.
Senator Lowenthal even called free parking a "luxury" that has "significant social, economic and environmental cos >>
January 7, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
to Make Government More Transparent
Senator Huff Chooses There Ought To Be A Law Contest Winner
Sacramento - Senator Bob Huff (R - Diamond Bar) announced today that James M. Dorn, from Chino Hills, CA has been chosen as this year's There Ought To Be A Law contest winner.
After reviewing over 40 submissions, Senator Huff has decided to take on Dorn's idea as part of this year's legislative package. Dorn's bill will ensure potential legislation is available to the public and >>
January 6, 2010By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Jobs, Jobs, Jobs - The Key to California's Crisis
Sacramento - Senator Bob Huff (R-Diamond Bar) released the following statement after hearing Governor Schwarzenegger's 2010 State of the State address which was delivered to a joint session of the Senate and Assembly this morning:
"California is in shambles," said Senator Bob Huff. "Our unemployment rate is the highest it has ever been, and businesses are being fatally strangled by the onerous regulations being imposed on them >>
December 4, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Executions in stat on hold since 2006
Assemblyman Curt Hagman wants a date set for the execution of Death Row inmate Kevin Cooper.
"It is time for the state of California to deliver the justice it promised Cooper's victims and their families in 1983," said Hagman, R-Chino Hills.
Cooper was convicted of killing Chino Hills residents Doug and Peggy Ryen, their 10-year-old daughter, Jessica, and 11-year-old neighbor, Christopher Hughes, after escaping from a Chino prison >>
December 4, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Result of retirements / promotions
CHINO - At a time of new leadership and transition in the Police Department, the city is looking to hire eight police officers.
Candidates that are being looked at to fill the openings are officers who would be making a lateral career move as well as police academy graduates and recruits.
The openings are the result of a spate of retirements and promotions.
"We've been pretty active in recruiting and, right now, we've been getting a >>
The State of California's Employment Development Department released unemployment figures today with the press release shown below. Unemployment in the Inland Empire continues to increase with Riverside County's unemployment rate at 15.1% and San Bernardino County's unemployment rate at 14%; an average rate of 14.55% and higher than last month's combined average rate of 14.15% for the two counties. In their press release, the EDD accentuated th >>
November 19, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
State to take $8 million from city
CHINO - The state's revenue raids on the city redevelopment fund are hampering efforts by the City Council to make improvements in the quality of life.
The state will take about $8 million from Chino this fiscal year, officials said, stalling movement on some redevelopment projects.
"This brings things to a screeching halt," Mayor Dennis Yates said. "The city has utilized these funds to improve property values and attract bus >>
November 11, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Chino riot seems to have forwarded state's plans
CHINO - The state plans to house a portion of its mentally ill inmates at the former Heman G. Stark Youth Correctional Facility as early as 2012.
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation filed on Friday a long-range plan to provide medical and mental health care to inmates, which includes construction of 855 beds at the Stark facility for mentally ill inmates.
"We've been fighting to keep a mental hospital from comin >>
October 27, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Budget cuts hit California's Inland Empire State Parks
California's Department of Parks and Recreation announced on Tuesday that five Inland Empire Parks, including Chino Hills State Park, will experience "service reductions" commencing November 1st.
In addition, the parks will be closed to public and vehicle entry on select weekdays until March-June 2010. The cuts come in response to Governor Schwarzenegger's plan to keep all state parks open, which was announced last month.
Ron Kr >>
October 23, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Attack On The Second Amendment
Hagman Amends A.B. 373 To Repeal A.B. 962
Sacramento- Assemblyman Curt Hagman will amend his AB 373 to be an immediate repeal of AB 962 by Assemblyman De León. AB 962 requires individuals purchasing ammunition be fingerprinted and registered at the time of sale, mandates that dealers keep these records and make them available for inspection by the California Department of Justice. Ammunition retailers would also have to store amm >>
October 20, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
CHINO - Two district administrators are upset over a 3 percent pay cut through furloughs approved last week by the Chino Valley Unified Board of Education to help balance its budget.
The administrators spoke out against the pay cut and an expected board resolution to freeze pay raises across the board for teachers, classified employees and administrators.
Marshall Elementary School principal Jesus Luna said, "a reduction in salary, add >>
September 21, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Property taxes statewide may drop for most homeowners if the inflation factor continues to be negative, it was announced on September 2nd, 2009 by Michelle Steel, Third District Board of Equalization Member. This determination was decided in a Board of Equalization staff opinion released on that date.
The California Department of Industrial Relations calculates the California Consumer Price Index (CCPI) using price data published by the U.S. >>
September 16, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Bill is on Governor Schwarzennegger's Desk to sign or veto
Save California, a California pro-family organization sent out an email imploring California Citizens to contact the Governor asap to ask him to veto Harvey Milk Day in California. California's legislature recently approved the legislation which would require all schools including K-12 to honor Harvey Milk and his values during May of each school year. If Governor Schwarzenegger does not veto the bill soon it will become the law in California.
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Lee McGroarty, a Chino resident and business owner, announced he will mount a campaign against six-term incumbent Gary Miller for U.S. 42nd Congressional District.
The 42nd District covers Whittier to Diamond Bar, Chino and Chino Hills, Yorba Linda and Anaheim Hills, and then further south to Ranch Santa Margarita and Mission Viejo.
Mr. McGroarty is the founder and President of Retire America, a company that manages 401(k) plans for employe >>
San Bernardino County Approves Extension of Agreement to Build Community Center in Chino Hills
On Tuesday, 09/15/2009, the SB Board of Supervisors approved an extension of the agreement reached in March, 2007 to build the Community Center on the county property at 14575 Pipeline Avenue, near Eucalyptus. The project has been held up because of the ongoing disagreements between the City of Chino Hills and SCE over the power lines that are being proposed to pass near the property so an extension was required according to the terms of the ori >>
Adam Hoover is a CPA and personal and small business financial consultant.
His firm, Hoover Financial Consulting, Inc. is located at 15338 Central Ave. Ste. 111, in Chino. His website is: www.hooverfinancialconsulting.com. Adam lives with his wife and 2 children in the College Park community of Chino.
He gave us his account of his visit to last weekend's Washington D.C. protests...
I went to the National Tea Party in Washington DC last weekend and sent the email below to a group of my friends. Thought I would >>
September 14, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
California has until week's end to come up with a plan to reduce by nearly a quarter its population of 154,000 prison inmates.
A federal three-judge court mandated the plan last month after finding that California had not done enough to remedy severe overcrowding, resulting in continued constitutional violations and unnecessary deaths at a rate of one prisoner per week. State officials must submit a two-year plan by Sept. 18 that reduces the population by 40,000.
Legal experts say the order -- stemming from ongoing lawsuits filed years ago -- is unprecedented in the y >>
CHINO - Christine Marcos has been following the discussion of healthcare reform online for some time.
"It's important because it affects all of us," Marcos said. "Knowledge is power."
Marcos, of Chino Hills, was one of several hundred people who participated Sunday as two local lawmakers voiced their concerns about President Barack Obama's healthcare reform bill during a town hall meeting at the Calvary Chapel Chino Hill >>
September 3, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
California Assembly passes prison-cut plan less sweeping than Senate's
SACRAMENTO - The Assembly narrowly passed a plan Monday to cut the state corrections budget by $1 billion, despite Republican lawmakers who assailed
the measure as a threat to public safety.
Legislative leaders said they need to make more cuts to the prisons budget before they adjourn next week.
Assembly Speaker Karen Bass, D-Los Angeles, removed provisions from a Senate bill that proved to be the most controversial - the early release of il >>
September 3, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Water Storage is Huff's Top Priority
Senator Bob Huff (R-Diamond Bar) announced today that he was appointed by Senate President pro Tem Darrell Steinberg to serve on the Joint Conference Committee on Water. The Committee is charged with crafting state-wide reforms for increased water reliability.
The Committee met today and will meet every day this week and through the Labor Day weekend. The Committee has until Tuesday, September 8 to bring a final conference report to the floor >>
a town hall meeting regarding the health care plans being advanced by President Obama and Congress will be held at the facilities of Calvary Chapel Chino Hills. The panel will include Congressman Gary Miller, Senator Bob Huff, and Assembly Member Curt Hagman.
All concerned citizens are invited to attend this townhall meeting which will address concerns over the proposed changes of health care in America.
The speakers will include Senior Pa >>
August 31, 2009By State Assemblyman Curt Hagman (R Ca. - 60th District)
California must choose prison reform over the early release of so-called "nonviolent" felons.
The recent riot at Chino Men"s Prison is another warning that our prison system is gravely in need of restructuring. The problem facing California"s correction system isn"t caused by overcrowding inmates but stems from unnecessary overspending and lack of innovation in a structure fraught with archaic thinking. Like many other aspects of government, t >>
August 29, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
We ran across this speech by Tom McClintock and thought it contained good insight...
Congressman Tom McClintock offered the following remarks in Washington, D.C. last Friday to the Competitive Enterprise Institute and Pacific Research Institute that clearly illustrate why California is facing such a large fiscal mess. His opening joke is so funny because it is so true:
"I know that everybody likes to poke fun at California - but I can tell you right now that despite all of its problems, California remains >>
August 29, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
The Heman G. Stark Youth Correctional Facility in Chino, will be converted into an adult prison.
The state is closing California's largest youth prison as the population of juvenile offenders in state custody continues to decline, corrections officials announced Thursday.
The Heman G. Stark Youth Correctional Facility in Chino will be converted into an adult prison, state officials said. The move is part of a plan to "right-size" staff at the Division of Juvenile Justice, which is reducing its workforce by 400 employees by the e >>
August 26, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Edward Kennedy, 1932 --2009
Edward M. Kennedy, one of the most powerful and influential senators in American history and one of three brothers whose political triumphs and personal tragedies captivated the nation for decades, died at 77.
His family announced his death in a brief statement released early Wednesday.
"We've lost the irreplaceable center of our family and joyous light in our lives, but the inspiration of his faith, optimism, and perseverance will li >>
Senator Bob Huff (R-Diamond Bar) responded today to the Governor's Special Session on Education to qualify California for federal "Race to the Top" education funding. In order for California to become eligible and competitive for the Race to the Top grants, the legislature and Governor must make certain reforms.
"I am thrilled to see the Governor has looked to my legislation as a way for the state to race straight to the top as >>
August 20, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Governor Schwarzenegger visited Chino Wednesday to tour the Chino Institute for Men (CIM) and personally see the devastation brought on by the riots earlier this month. He was quoted as saying, "This looks like a scene from one of my movies... except real." He pointed out that the riot was a symptom of a much larger problem in California and noted that the prison, meant for 3000 prisoners, was actually holding closer to 6000.
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August 17, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Senator Bob Huff's office released the following statement today...
Sacramento - Senator Bob Huff (R-Diamond Bar) announced today that he has received a perfect score from the California Chamber of Commerce. This score reflects the Senator's dedication to being a pro-business member of the California Legislature, who has been conscientiously committed to fiscal responsibility during the 2009 legislative session.
In an annual report card generated by the California Chamber of Commerce, Huff was listed as vo >>
August 17, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Partners Sought to Help Keep More Parks Open
California State Parks day-use and camping fees will increase and begin to help offset recent budget reductions and help keep more parks open. Partners in the public and private sectors are still being sought, as the fee increase will help keep some parks open, but not all.
"In these dire economic times, we can no longer afford to keep our fees at their current levels," said State Parks Director Ruth Coleman. "The people of Cal >>
August 14, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
According to the Associated Press, it will cost California taxpayers over $5 million to repair the damage to the Chino Institute for Men. The cost could rise if they rebuild the unit that was burned down. Over 700 prisoners have been transferred to the Heman G. Stark Youth Correctional Facility.
Although prison officials stated that the money is not in their emergency repair budget, they will look at other areas within their existing budget. >>
August 2009 - A message from Chino Hills City Council Member, Ed Graham
Some random thoughts as I write on a summer evening...
A) I have decided, after returning from another trip to northwest Montana, there are just too many trees there.
B) After helping my 82 year-old father select his first TV in over 25 years, bigger is better. (He bought a 47" HDTV).
C) My sister and aunt traveled to CA just to help my son lay tile and wood in his house. It was a no vacation, all work trip. Nothing like fami >>
August 5, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Beginning September 1st, Omnitrans bus passes will be available for purchase at Chino City Hall. Tickets will be sold at face value and available at the information counter on the first floor. Tickets will also be available for purchase through the City's website at www.cityofchino.org.
"With the Transit Center located right behind City Hall, it just makes sense that we partner with Omnitrans and give those who use this valuable trans >>
July 28, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Guest Speaker is Tom Del Beccaro
The California Republican Assembly (CRA) is inviting Republicans and guests to join them for a special joint meeting of the local CRA chapters. Their guest will be California Republican Party Vice Chairman Tom Del Beccaro. Tom is well known in the talk radio circuits and is an accomplished author. Tom is also the founder of the First Amendment Now Coalition which was formed to preserve conservative talk radio and stop the liberal effort to pass t >>
Walnut - Senator Bob Huff (R-Diamond Bar) hosted an open house yesterday at his Walnut office, which is centrally located in his three-county Senate District, across from Mt. San Antonio College at 20888 Amar Road. The new location of the district office provides residents easy access to the Senator and his staff.
"My job is simple - to respond to your questions and concerns, to make decisions fairly and to put the public's interest first >>
Mark Kirk, chief of staff for Supervisor Gary Ovitt, has moved to the 4th District office in Chino Hills, where he will work on various projects including the development of the Chino Hills Airport [sic].
Kirk will continue overseeing Ovitt's staff of 10, but Deputy Chief of Staff Joy Chadwick will be handling the day-to-day operations and administrative duties on the fifth floor of the County Government Center in San Bernardino, said Burt Sou >>
CHINO HILLS - The Chino Valley Independent Fire District is expecting the state to borrow as much as 8 percent of its property tax-related revenue.
The Fire District has anticipated the $2.25 million loss in its 2009-10 preliminary budget.
The loan comes on top of a 3.25 percent decrease in property tax revenue due to the downturn in the real estate market. The district receives money from taxes on properties in Chino and Chino Hills.
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Appropriations Committee Halts 16 Year Running Program
From Senator Bob Huff's Website...
In an arcane move by the Assembly Democrats, the 16 year running program that provides public school choice to parents and children was completely scrapped today. The District of Choice program was the last statewide school choice program in California and served thousands of students across the state.
The Assembly Appropriations Committee voted to end the program with only Democrats voting against the mea >>
July 15, 2009By State Assemblyman Curt Hagman (R Ca. - 60th District)
President Ronald Reagan once said, "A government bureau is the nearest thing to eternal life we'll ever see on this earth." The President's words are just as true today as when he said them many years ago given California's inability to eliminate any outdated bureaucracy to help solve our $26 billion budget shortfall.
The facts speak for themselves. There are now more than 300 boards and commissions in California, with many having o >>
New Appointments and July's Highlighted Volunteer...
Over the past week, the City of Chino Hills announced several new appointments and promotions amongst the city staff. They also profiled the Highlighted Volunteer for July...
William Kidd - New IT Technician
After six months of working as a temporary City employee, William Kidd was appointed as IT Technician. William played a considerable role in the City's move to the new Government Center. He helped facilitate computer Desktop Deploymen >>
WIB Employs 500 Youths While Unemployment Rate Announced at 13% in the Inland Empire
The San Bernardino County Workforce Investment Board announced today that they have employed 500 youths aged 14 to 24 but at the same time, the Press Enterprised pointed out that unemployment in the Inland Empire was at 13% (averaged for Riverside and San Bernardino). We hope this helps.
Read the story... | Source: Press Enter >>
The legislation, known as "cap and trade," would put a limit on the production of greenhouse gas emissions from major sources, and cattle are a major producer.
Bob DeJager walks through cow manure on his dairy farm in Chino, Calif. Regulators, trying to clean up Southern California's air, say pollutants rising from cow manure mix with smokestack and tailpipe emissions blowing inland from the coast create the dirtiest air in the nation.
WASHINGTON - The satirical poster shows a cow wearing a gas mask over its face and a tube coming out of its hind quarters. A caption describes the set-up as an alterna >>
The City of Chino Hills has recently learned of businesses offering payment services for City utility bills. It has become apparent that customers need to be made aware that the City has no "authorized" or "official" bill payment locations operated by third parties.
Use of these third-party payment services can and do result in delays on the payment of your bill. Payment using a third party vendor can take over three days >>
CHINO HILLS - City employees will not seek raises in the fiscal year that starts July 1 and part-time salaries will be cut.
Those steps represent a savings of about $750,000 as the city grapples with a decline in its revenue sources and an expected $1 million cut in state funding, officials said.
In addition, officials said capital improvement projects have been postponed and the city has instituted a hiring freeze.
City Manager Michael >>
June 10, 2009By State Assemblyman Curt Hagman (R Ca. - 60th District)
Senate continues attempts at drivers licenses for illegal aliens
Although serving as an Assemblyman for only six months, over the years I know about the failed attempts to allow illegal immigrants a driver's license. In 2000, Sen. Gil Cedillo, D-Los Angeles, introduced Senate Bill 60 that sought to allow illegal immigrants the ability to obtain a California driver's license. Democrats in both houses of the Legislature supported the bill and sent it to the Governor's desk for approval. In fact, he has introduce >>
For years, the County of San Bernardino has budgeted conservatively and built reserves in order to weather financial storms such as the one we find ourselves in today.
The dramatic, precipitous drop in San Bernardino County property values and the decline in sales tax revenues delivered an $84 million blow to the county budget this year. But despite this economic double-whammy, the county has avoided the massive layoffs other counties have bee >>
The Chino Valley Unified School District is taking letters of interest from Chino residents interested in filling a vacancy on the City of Chino Community Services Commission.
The Commissioners dutues include making recommendations to the City Council on community service-related items such as special events, capital improvements, programs, Community Development Block Grant Funding recommendations, senior citizen activities and youth programs. >>
May 23, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Special Section: San Bernardino Co. Probe
When special county counsel John Hueston investigated alleged corruption in the San Bernardino County assessor's office, he had hoped to find a cache of e-mails that would shed light on how the office operated under Bill Postmus.
Instead, Hueston found little information of value in the county's computer system. That was no accident, his report said.
"Mr. Postmus and others utilized the Blackberry messenger process, where they could co >>
Vellano was the setting for Chino Hills' State of the City Address.
A video sharing the state of the city pointed out the following...
Why Chino Hills?
Residents said...
"It's a quiet, warm, family-friendly community." "We love the restaurants!" "We love all the parks and walking trails." "There are so many community events." "Chino Hills has a small town feel with the amenities of a larger city."
Dr. John Husing summarized that our community is >>
Chino Hills Council Approves Community Development Block Grant Plan
CHINO HILLS - The City Council on Tuesday voted to approve a plan to use federal grant money toward helping low- and moderate-income residents, preventing blight and meeting other community needs.
For the 2009-10 fiscal year, the city will receive $424,900 in Community Development Block Grant funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
According to the report, $279,620 will go toward infrastructure improvements in the L >>
Beset by plunging revenues, states step up their pursuit of corporate taxes.
A small furniture manufacturer based in Arizona recently received a nexus survey "a questionnaire about the company's business activity" from the state of Washington. With just two retail customers in the Evergreen State and a lone sales rep making an annual visit there, the Arizona company returned the form and thought that was the end of the matter. No suc >>
San Bernardino County Registrar of Voters, Kari Verjil, reminded voters who are casting a ballot by mail for the May 19th Statewide Special Election that the deadline for returning the ballot is 8:00 p.m. on Election Day, May 19, 2009.
The Registrar is reminding those who are voting by mail to remember the following points...
* Be sure to allow enough time for delivery, by mailing the ballot as soon as possible. A special ballot pickup from >>
Mayor Peter Rogers is seeking applications from residents interested in serving on the Planning Commission due to the vacancy created when April Pearson resigned from the Commission for personal reasons. She had served on the Public Works Commission for nine years, including two terms as Chair, before being appointed in December to serve on the Planning Commission after former Planning Commissioner Art Bennett was seated on the City Council.
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April 17, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Chino & Chino Hills Rallies Have a Good Turnout
Paying homage to the nation's forefathers, protesters on Wednesday took to the streets in revolt.
A tax revolt.
Several hundred people trekked to spots in the Inland Valley and created red, white and blue scenes, protesting what they call the overtaxing of America.
The events, which took place around Southern California and throughout the nation, were touted as "Tax Day Tea Parties," in reference to the Boston Tea Party that pr >>
April 16, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Grant may allow for more patrol deputies.
The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday gave the Sheriff's Department the green light to apply for a $17.4 million federal grant to hire 50 patrol deputies.
A new program funded by the the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 provides a competitive grant process to law-enforcement agencies to hire more police officers or deputies.
The Sheriff's Department's plan is to fill 28 patrol positions that are vacant beca >>
April 16, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Senate Bill 719 Will Give California Taxpayers a Tool To Hold Government Accountable
Senator Bob Huff (R - Diamond Bar) announced today that his legislation to provide easy online access to comprehensive government expenditure information passed out of the Senate Committee on Governmental Organization.
Senate Bill 719 requires each state department and agency to publish a website that provides details on expenditures in a searchable format. Senator Huff hopes to provide flexibility to state departments and agencies, while offe >>
April 10, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Public hearing set for June 2
CHINO - Residents might have to deal with utility rate increases but not before they have their say on the proposed charges.
If the increase is approved by the City Council, its impact on the average Chino home will be an increase of $4.38 per month during the first year and $5.18 more per month in the second year, according to a city report by David Cain, the city's director of finance.
Among the proposed rate increases for this year is $1 >>
The Registrar of Voters will begin mailing sample ballot pamphlets to registered voters in San Bernardino County on Thursday, April 9, 2009. Voters not registered in time for the initial mailing will be included in the second mailing later in April.
The purpose of the sample ballot pamphlet is to provide general information pertaining to the upcoming May 19, 2009 Statewide Special Election. The pamphlet is an information guide that includes i >>
April 5, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
SACRAMENTO: Campaign debts are holding up plans by a California lawmaker to refund more than $6,000 in prohibited donations from Buddhist temples, an aide said Friday.
Mike Spence, chief of staff for Assemblyman Curt Hagman, R-Chino Hills, said one of Hagman's campaign committees has "quite a bit of debt" that has to be paid off. After that, Hagman plans to repay the $6,100 in donations he received from two temples and a research org >>
April 1, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
SACRAMENTO: A California lawmaker received more than $6,000 in prohibited campaign contributions from two Buddhist temples and a research organization associated with one of the temples, according to campaign finance reports on file with the state.
Assemblyman Curt Hagman, a freshman Republican from Chino Hills, received the donations over a roughly 18-month period starting in June 2007 from the Buddhist Temple of Chino Hills, the Bu-Sha Cente >>
March 27, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Economic crisis affecting city
CHINO - As city revenues continue to come up short, the city has decided to draw on its rainy day fund to help pay for various operations this year.
Officials blamed the need for reserves on the economic crisis that has impacted development and business globally.
"Revenue is falling because property and sales tax is declining," said Mayor Dennis Yates last week as the City Council approved midyear budget modifications that drew $3 >>
Edison is not releasing information about the visit until after Obama leaves...
In his first visit to the Southern California since his election, President Obama will find time for Pomona.
Obama on Thursday will tour the Edison International Vehicle Electrics Plant in the city...
The visit to the plant may be tied to the advances that the company has made with its electric vehicles.
Southern California Edison's Electric Vehicle Technical Center in 2007 reportedly tested "advanced battery technologies that could >>
February 19, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
State senate finally passes budget fixes
SACRAMENTO - Gov. Schwarzenegger vowed Thursday afternoon to raise money and campaign for special election ballot measures that are integral to the package of more than $40 billion in budget fixes that lawmakers passed this morning.
Schwarzenegger, who said he will sign the budget legislation Friday, said he expects to hit the trail with both Democrats and Republicans.
"This is a joint effort, the Democrats and the Republicans, to go o >>
February 13, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
News From Sacramento - A message from Assemblyman Curt Hagman, 60th Assembly District
Out of all of the proposed solutions to California's growing budget deficit, there is one in particular that deserves a mulligan ' the golf tax.
Governor Schwarzenegger has proposed a tax on almost everything related to playing a round of public or private golf. Under his plan:
* green fees
* driving range fees
* cart rentals, lessons
* club membership dues
would all be subject to an 8-10% tax beginning in April of this >>
Sacramento - Senator Bob Huff (R - Diamond Bar) today introduced Senate Bill 136 to allow the sale of state-owned surplus property to be exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
While California owns a variety of assets, including buildings, stadiums, railroads, fairgrounds, printing plants, parks, office complexes and more, state agencies often determine that these sites, for a variety of reasons, are no longer needed. T >>
February 10, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
There's no debating the fact that President Obama's federal stimulus package is a hot buzz topic in the Inland Empire.
Many of the region's movers and shakers are excited by the prospects of a multibillion-dollar transfusion for the ailing economy. Other are more wary than enthusiastic. Still more say they are reserving judgment.
Certainly, though, everyone is talking about the bill and its potential effects on the national and local econom >>
February 10, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Hopes to stop construction of the $185 million CA lottery headquarters
Legislation Would Divert Funds to Public Education Programs Instead
Assemblyman Curt Hagman today announced that he is introducing legislation to put to a halt to the construction of the new $185 million new headquarters for the California Lottery Commission in Sacramento.
"During this budget crisis, the last thing we should be doing is wasting money and time on a new building. How can we justify this spending, while schools are sendin >>
February 3, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Move could reduce services in Chino Hills
CHINO HILLS - A plan to move patrol responsibilities for San Antonio Heights and other unincorporated area out of the Chino Hills sheriff's station to Fontana has at least one city official concerned.
The decision would reduce the number of deputies in the city, though sheriff's officials said the level of police services in Chino Hills would remain the same. It could reduce clerical and desk personnel unless the city is willing to pay for the >>
February 2, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Hearing scheduled for March 9
State officials are awaiting a judge's ruling in their suit seeking an end to the federal receivership overseeing state prison health care and its construction program.
That program includes plans to build a large new prison hospital in Chino, which local officials and residents have opposed.
The attorney general, on behalf of the governor and the state Department of Corrections, filed a motion in U.S. District Court last week asking a cour >>
January 30, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
The city sees a proposed NFL stadium in Industry as a double-edged sword.
While the stadium and an adjoining shopping complex near the junction of the 57 and 60 freeways adjacent to Diamond Bar would bring more traffic to city streets, it would also mean employment opportunities.
"The upside is it will bring bring good jobs to the region," Mayor Peter Rogers said.
"In regards to Chino Hills, we hope the facility they put in will not compete with shopping opportunities in Chino Hills."
City >>
During a special meeting called on Thursday to address mounting concerns about Assessor Bill Postmus, the Board of Supervisors unanimously directed County Counsel to identify an outside law firm that would conduct an investigation to determine whether the board has legal grounds to remove Postmus from office.
County Counsel was directed to return to the board with a recommendation on Tuesday, Jan. 27. The board also directed that the selected >>
City Council on Tuesday extended for 120 days the bid date.
The extension was made at the request of interested developer Opus West, as a hotel company working with Opus had requested more time to consider a deal, officials said...
Bike lane approved for Chino Hills
Chino Hills City Council on Tuesday approved plans for striping a bike lane on Chino Hills Parkway...
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The San Bernardino County elected official is freed on bail as supervisors express sadness and outrage.
The San Bernardino County district attorney's office arrested Assessor Bill Postmus on suspicion of drug offenses Thursday amid a sweeping inquiry that took investigators to six Southern California cities.
The arrest came as 50 officials from the district attorney's office served search warrants at homes, offices and government buildings throughout the region.
While searching Postmus' Rancho Cucamonga apartment, investigators found what the >>
January 14, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Planning for the worst
With a recession underway, local officials have reason to be conscious of negative impacts to revenue.
Chino Hills isn't in the red now, officials say, but they say it's good to plan for the worse.
With that in mind, City Manager Doug LaBelle presented to Council and city commissioners on Tuesday a long-term plan for commercial and residential growth from now to the year 2020. The plan, called Vision 2020, brings together information on pos >>
January 14, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Many homes were lost due to a shortage of water.
David Ramocinski, who now lives in a rental house, says he won t feel safe rebuilding his home until the reservoir is built. Like many in his Yorba Linda neighborhood, David Ramocinski had complained for years about the erratic water supply that left sprinklers sputtering and shower heads trickling. When nothing but air came out of his faucets, he wondered if there would be enough to protect his hilltop house if the bone-dry brush that surrounde >>
January, 2009 - A Message from Chino Hills City Council member, Ed Graham
I am not usually transfixed by the presidential show during inauguration but was certainly this year. I sat inside Bravo Burger and watched, along with about half of the breakfast crowd, President Obama begin the 44th Presidency. Regardless of whom we voted for or even if we voted at all, we can certainly praise this: An awesome amount of power can be passed from one person to another amid revelry rather than recrimination and even bloodshed. God >>
January 3, 2009By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Officials hope to construct the project within the next 12 to 18 months
Many cities have a community center for public gatherings and recreational activities, but ever-growing Chino Hills is still waiting for one.
With the near completion of its new Government Center along Peyton and Boys Republic drives, plans are moving forward on a new Chino Hills Community Center across the street.
The city plans to build a $5 million center on a 2.6-acre city-owned property just south of the McCoy Equestrian Center.
Off >>
December 31, 2008By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Chino Hills Plans a "Vision 20/20" workshop for Jan. 13th
CHINO HILLS - After a year filled with challenges, city officials don't expect a slowdown in the amount of issues that they will have to confront in 2009.
The economy is expected to continue to affect the city and may hinder the expansion of the recently opened downtown core near Peyton Drive and Grand Avenue.
The city hopes to expand its shopping and government area downtown with a 12-acre project, which is envisioned to include additional >>
December 12, 2008By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors approved a budget for the provision of police services on contract with the City of Chino Hills in the amount of $9,611,729 for the year of 2009. This was approximately $30,000 less than for 2008. The contract calls for 7 Seargents, 4+ Detectives, and approximately 56 other personnel including Deputy Sheriffs, School Resource Officers, Service Specialists, and Office Specialists. There were also pr >>
Janice Rutherfor-Lim, sixth recipient of the Award
The San Bernardino Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution recognizing and congratulating Janice Rutherford-Lim for being named the sixth recipient of the James S. Thalman Public Service Award by the California League of Cities Inland Empire Division.
Janice works as Public Affairs Director for Bill Leonard, Member of the State Board of Equalization and is a City Council Member for the City of Fontana. As President of the Inland Empire Divi >>
Let's congratulate and applaud our own new Assemblyman for the 6oth District (that includes Chino Hills), Curt Hagman, who was sworn in on Monday, 12/1/2008. The Whittier Daily News reported that Curt has already introduced his first initiative for the State, AB 10 that would prohibit state and local governments from spending money trying to overturn voter-approved initiatives.
"If the public passes something and then turns around to use >>
December 8, 2008By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
New Assembly Members sworn in
When Assemblyman Curt Hagman was sworn into office Monday, he had mixed feelings.
On one hand, he was excited to be finally taking office. On the other, he and the other 79 members of the Assembly are facing a crisis.
"There's a lot going on," said Hagman, R-Chino Hills, after the ceremony. "We're going to work right away."
But the actual swearing-in was fun, he said.
"It's kind of cool," Hagman said. "We all sit up there together wit >>
December 8, 2008By -Articles From Everywhere About Chino Hills and Chino
Art Bennett to join the council
CHINO HILLS - After more than a decade of helping shape the growth of the city, Art Bennett is eager to join the City Council.
Bennett will be sworn in to council Tuesday following the departure of former Mayor Curt Hagman to the Assembly.
"I'm absolutely thrilled," Bennett said. "I can't wait to get sworn in on Tuesday. There are still things that need to be taken care of in this city."
Bennett said the earlier city >>
December, 2008 - A Message from Chino Hills City Council member, Ed Graham
November was an amazing time for our country and even for little Chino Hills. Economic turmoil, 401K plans being attacked, Prop 8 tensions, electing a new president, the state fumbling their way into more debt and our wildland fire gave this month a special significance. These local and national items have to be balanced with what happens within our own daily lives. Denise and I give thanks that son Brett arrived home safely from his second tour >>
Systemic losses - and near losses - leave Republican Party scrambling
After years of dominating Inland politics, the Republican Party here and elsewhere is disorganized, discouraged and faced with the daunting task of rebuilding following losses at all levels.
That's the word last week from experts and politicos now that the GOP has lost the White House and a pivotal Inland legislative seat and is still watching returns in a surprisingly close Inland congressional race. Democrats control both houses in Sacrament >>
We don't have to tell you about Obama winning but there are a lot of smaller contests that you may still be wondering about. We've created a portion of our site that lists all the races and the results as they come in.
Election Results | Posted: 11/05/2008
First, we want to congratulate our new President Elect. Whether one support >>
Disclaimer: Although we tried to find all of them, this list is not comprehensive. To get your exact polling place, go to the San Bernardino County Registrar of Voters web site right here...
November, 2008 - A Message from Chino Hills City Council member, Ed Graham
Why is retirement so difficult? I have heard others say it before, but "time" just disappears with an active retirement. However, I do want to encourage others (wife Denise especially) to continue on if you are receiving fulfillment in a career. My retirement has allowed me to become much more active on council issues and attending more city-oriented functions. My usual routine of having breakfast out daily is quiet enjoyable but th >>
We say "Yes on 8" but list an alternate point of view.
We have a position on Prop 8. We think it should be passed. I had a long debate with my niece last night and tried to sway her. I don't think I had any luck; neither did she.
Prop 8 is one of the most controversial ballot choices we have in California. It will change our culture, one way or the other, for a long time, if not forever.
We like to consider all the viewpoints before making a decision. Los Angeles radio personality, Denn >>
With only 12 days left until Election Day, the official Prop 8 Bus Tour is making its only stop in the Inland Empire in Montclair this Friday...that's tomorrow. They are asking Prop 8 supporters to bring their Yes on 8 signs, home made signs as well, and to wear Yes on Prop 8 t-shirts to stand up for traditional marriage!. They are asking that any signs be tasteful and respectful.
Ron Prentice, lead proponent for Prop 8, will be speaking as w >>
Supporters of marriage amendment enduring hassles from city hall, vandalism
CHINO HILLS, Calif.- Supporters of Proposition 8 in Chino Hills have been facing antagonism from two sources: vandals and city hall.
A vandalized car belonging to a Chino Hills family that supports Proposition 8. City officials threatened to fine a church for distributing "Yes on 8" signs and residents who place the signs in their yards. The city backed down after Alliance Defense Fund attorneys sent a letter to the mayor. Meanwhi >>
Local residents Jacqueline Demongin and Sarah Evinger have known each other since they were kids. Along with Cherie Wood they are working together to help elect John McCain and Sarah Palin. Last week the three Chino Hills residents teamed up and opened the Chino Hills Republican Headquarters at 16408 Pipeline Avenue in the Chino Hills Plaza.
The Headquarters team is planning a grand opening / open house / rally this Wednesday, October 8, 2 >>
October, 2008 - A Message from Chino Hills City Council member, Ed Graham
Somehow I've got to slow down these season's of life! Our middle adult son, Jarad, just graduated from CSUF with a finance degree. Since February he has volunteered at City Hall in the finance department and was named July Volunteer of the Month. He is now a full time employee with Pacific Life in Newport Beach as an actuary on the investment side of the house. In keeping with the house theme, oldest son Kyle and D.I.L. Sarah are looking for a >>
CHINO HILLS - The city decided this week not to build a children's water play area in the Butterfield Ranch neighborhood, after a cost of $458,850 was presented for the project.
A "splash pad" recreational area, usually includes several metal or plastic structures that dump, splash or spray water on children as they play.
The council had last month approved Butterfield Ranch Park as the preferred site for a 1,300-square-foot spla >>
September, 2008 - A Message from Chino Hills City Council member, Ed Graham
The past four weeks have been a whirlwind of activity at the Graham Casa. Married son Kyle (26) started the process of shopping for a first home, son Jarad (24) broke his tibia and fibula playing soccer so has been in a wheelchair or crutches 24/7, son Brett (22) came home from Baghdad for a leave and has since returned to Iraq, and me... I am going through another stage of life. After 33 years in education, I retired effective September 1. I >>
Chino Hills mayor says resources are better spent locally
Local city officials are voicing opposition to the possibility of state leaders borrowing local revenue to help solve a deadlocked budget.
The League of California Cities and local governments are worried such revenue raids are a possibility given historic precedent. Legislators have also discussed the use of local government revenue to help balance this year's budget, according to a city report and H.D. Palmer, spokesman for the California D >>
As of Friday, August 8th, only two candidates filed for the two open positions on the Chino Hills City Council. The city council held a special meeting at 5:00 PM on Tuesday, the 19th, to cancel the election and to appoint the two candidates to their positions on the council.
Two cities in similar situations handled the November election in different ways. Both cities - Chino Hills and Pomona - have mayors running for Assembly and not runnin >>
Bill passes CA legislature; Only Gov. Schwarzenegger can stop it
The Civic Center Act requires a school district to grant the use of school property, when an alternative location is not available, to nonprofit organizations, clubs or associations organized to promote youth and school activities. But the law also states that the property may not be used by anyone intent on overthrowing the government.
SB 1322, a Bill that has already been passed by our legislature and that we hope will be vetoed by Governor >>
Owners want to develop; activists want to preserve 'one of the last free spaces' in O.C.
To some, it's a place for wildlife to flourish. To others, it's a spot to build estate-style homes with a great view.
To all, it's called Canyon Crest. And while the two sides have been butting heads since 1986, controversy about the undeveloped site is likely to become more intense September 16 at the next Brea City Council study session, where the council will discuss what to do with what activists are calling "one of the last few unpro >>
Chino, Chino Hills adjust for higher gasoline prices.
Chino and Chino Hills officials say the rising cost of gasoline is challenging the budgeting process and causing increases to expenditures.
Chino saw a 20 percent increase in city vehicle fuel costs this year, while Chino Hills' increase was 30 percent, officials said.
Chino will spend $698,993 on gas for its vehicles this year - up from the $581,000 it spent on fuel for its vehicles last year, Jose Alire, Chino Public Works director, said >>
I met with Roman Nava today, Candidate for the Chino Hills City Council. Roman has been on the local political forefront for several years. I first met him when he was an aide to State Assemblyman Bob Pacheco. Assemblyman Pacheco termed out in 2004. Roman now works for Gary Ovitt, who is the Fourth District Supervisor and Vice-Chairman for San Bernardino County.
Our conversation began with a broad discussion on the state of our country b >>
August, 2008 - A Message from Chino Hills City Council member, Ed Graham
The Graham family's exodus to Montana was a great 13 out of 14 day event. We saw a bald eagle up close, a big grizzly, a moose (no squirrel), several rams and many other creatures. But our family vacation hit a wall that I thought could never happen. We actually had a family argument. One of my sisters went "off" on an insignificant issue and the episode really left a bitter taste for the rest of us. But on retrospect, that's what m >>
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) turns down a plan to improve the prisons.
Early in July, the City of Chino received a reply from the State of California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) regarding the proposal the cities of Chino, Chino Hills and various Community Partners sent the state in May of last year. In their letter, the CDCR rejected the jointly developed proposal that recommended the state leverage the use of surplus state land in Chino to help fund the construction of a new facility for the >>
Because of a state drought and a reduction in water supplies, the city has enacted the strongest water-conservation measures in its history.
For the first time, city measures designed to encourage residents to save water are set to go into effect Aug. 8.
Among the restrictions: The use of hoses to wash sidewalks, walkways, driveways, parking areas, patios, porches or verandas will not be allowed. Water will not be allowed to leak on residential property, nor will it be allowed to leak from landscaped areas to nearby streets, sidewalks or other paved areas.
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July, 2008 - A Message from Chino Hills City Council member, Ed Graham
(As published in the Butterfield Stageline...)
For the past 17 years many of you have read about the trials and tribulations of the Graham family through this article. I've written about jobs, kids, parenting, sports, school, illness , opening new chapters of life, and the painful closing of old chapters. We have grown up together. Here's what happened after last month's issue hit the streets. One reader thought I pat myself on the back too >>
Construction workers who have lost their jobs due to the housing slump may get the opportunity to transition into commercial construction through a new effort of Riverside and San Bernardino counties.
The two counties are collaborating on the Inland Counties Construction Consortium to provide retraining for residential construction workers seeking jobs in commercial construction.
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Chino Police release sketch of a suspected child abductor
The Chino Police Department has released a sketch of the man that tried to abduct a child recently in Chino. The sketch can be downloaded here.
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State guidelines address same-sex ruling. County officials are preparing for June 17, the day a state directive says counties can issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples. "Basically, we're making sure we respond to the state's direction," said San Bernardino County Auditor/Controller-Recorder Larry Walker.
His office is working to make sure all marriage license application forms are uniform, he said. The state guidelines from >>
June, 2008 - A Message from Chino Hills City Council member, Ed Graham
(As published in the Butterfield Stageline...)
A landmark day for me occurred when I looked up at the "Shop Chino Hills First!" sign and thought to myself how dramatically improved that message became with the grand opening of the first 36 stores of The Shoppes. Another 30 will gradually come on line along with the major restaurants: PF Changs, CPK, and Yardhouse all opening around the weekend of June 14th. Parking will improve gra >>
With a growing population and a growing police department, the city is eyeing the 102,000-square-foot Home Depot on Walnut Avenue as a replacement for its aging police headquarters at the downtown civic center. City officials have authorized the beginning of engineering work to convert the Home Depot building at 5450 Walnut Ave. into the city's new police station. (Source: DailyBulletin.com)
From the San Bernardino County Registrar of Voters
UPDATES:
MAYOR CURT HAGMAN WINS PRIMARY FOR STATE ASSEMBLY SEAT FOR DISTRICT 60
With 38 of 38 precincts reporting Curt Hagman got 74.77% of the vote, winning against his Orange County opponent, Larry Dick. Voter turnout was quite low but apparently better than those from Orange County. Hagman received 1997 votes to Larry Dick's 667.
FIVE REPRESENTATIVES ELECTED TO THE REPUBLICAN COUNTY CENTRAL COMMITTEE
In addition to that, the five >>
May, 2008 - A Message from Chino Hills City Council member, Ed Graham
(As published in the Butterfield Stageline...)
I have shared several Graham family chapters in the past and thought it's time for an update on our 22 year old son serving his 2nd tour in Iraq. Brett decided that his job in Iraq was too boring and got transferred into one much more dangerous. So, instead of hanging out with the division command staff, he is now a squad leader of a "Quick Response Force", who responds when another Am >>
Mike Williams was named the new director of the San Bernardino County Department of Airports, effective April 14. He previously served in Mesa Arizona.
Bill would expand the use of "digital billboards" on existing sites. What do you think?
Senator Gloria Negrete Mcleod has recently authored Senate Bill 1310 that would break down regulatory barriers to help billboard owners convert their signs to the digital variety.
Opponents wrote to the S F Gate Newspaper to fight the proposal.
Officials from municipalities throughout San Bernardino County are preparing to take sides over a proposed tax-reduction ordinance that could potentially cut into the money they collect from homeowners.
The Chino Hills City Council voted Tuesday night to take a neutral position on the ordinance until more information was available on which cities would be supporting or opposing it, said the city's finance director, Judy Lancaster.
60th Assembly Seat Candidates to Debate in Chino Hills
The California Republican Assembly of the Chino Valley and the Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce are sponsoring a Republican Voters Forum for the 60th District Assembly Candidates.
Curt Hagman and Larry Dick to debate on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. The event will be held at the Chino Hills City Council Chambers, 2001 Grand Avenue, Chino Hills. For more information call (909) 627-6177.
The two debated earlier this month in Santa F >>
After a statewide lockdown, prisoners riot in Chino and Bakersfield
The statewide lock down of prisons may have lead to a riot in a southland state prison. Twelve inmates were injured during a brawl at the California institution for men in Chino.
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City of Chino Hills States, "Peyton Drive - Any Other Route is a Better Route"
UPDATE: This project was completed ahead of schedule.
Improvements to the Peyton Drive corridor are continuing and the next phase will cause significant impacts to motorists. Chino Hills officials are gearing up to completely reconstruct the Grand Avenue /Peyton Drive intersection. The aging asphalt is covered with "alligator cracks," caused by the heavy traffic load over the years, and must be removed and rebuilt. Workers must dig d >>
March, 2008 - A Message from Chino Hills City Councilmember, Ed Graham
(As published in the Butterfield Stageline)
I am excited because, for the first time in Chino Hills' history, your votes in June will ensure that Chino Hills will have a resident elected to the California Assembly. Mayor Curt Hagman is actively running for the seat currently held by Assemblyman Bob Huff. Bob is a friend of Chino Hills and he is now running for the seat of State Senator Bob Margett (so he will still represent us). Mayor Curt wi >>
UPDATE: In September, 2009, Senator Margett signed a letter in support of the alternate route proposed by Chino Hills.
I really care about Chino Hills and the people that live here. A few years ago, a group of residents wanted to get decent Internet service in town. There was none. So along with the City Council, we rallied around a good idea, rattled the cages of the big companies who saw us as nothing more than a dot on >>
February, 2008 - Message from Chino Hills Mayor, Curt Hagman
Chino Hills has much to look forward to in the year 2008. Many projects that have been part of the community's vision for many years will be completed during 2008 and 2009. One of the City Council's long-held priorities has been to work for the long-term financial security of the community. The Council has maintained fiscal constraint since our incorporation in 1991; and, has sought to maximize the commercial potential of vacant property due to t >>
February, 2008 - Message from Chino Hills City Councilmember, Ed Graham
(As published in the Butterfield Stageline)
My goal for this monthly column has always been twofold: a) to connect you into our community through volunteerism/knowledge b) government should not be complicated. These short news briefs and my personal meanderings are meant for a quick read without the details. I love chatting with you at our local stores about a past article and answering questions about our city. Please don't be afraid to stop >>
CPUC and Forest Service Takes Public Input on Power Lines Through Chino Hills
Thursday night was the night of a meeting regarding the power lines that are scheduled to come through Chino Hills from the Tehachapi Renewables Transmission Project, a program where Southern California Edison is to run high voltage power lines through Chino Hills and close to as many as 1000 homes. The meeting was held by Aspen Environmental Group, in at the Brea Community Center. Aspen has been >>
There will always be outside influences whose interests can affect Chino Hills in a negative manner. It is our responsibility, as a community, to follow and understand these kinds of issues because they can affec >>
The Citizens for Alternate Routing of Electricity wish for citizens to stay involved in the process...
C.A.R.E - Citizens for Alternative Routing of Electricity recently put out this notification. We believe that it is very important to stay involved in this issue as it will have long term effects on the lives of people in Chino Hills...
Chino Hills Residents - Urgent City News
What you should know:
* Southern California Edison's Tehachapi Renewable Transmission Project (TRTP) will have major negative impacts on our city.
* Current inac >>
Information on SCEs Tehachapi Renewables Transmission Project (TRTP)
We've all been reading about Southern California Edison (SCE) needing to build and activate new power transmission towers through our city. It's a big deal and I encourage everyone in Chino Hills to take the time to see if and how this may affect you. It's quite difficult to really understand exactly where these towers are to be built and how they will look, but the information is out there and I assure you it is worth understanding.
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