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California State University, San Bernardino CSUSB ScholarWorks Coyote Chronicle (1984-) Arthur E. Nelson University Archives 2-22-2010 February 22nd 2010 CSUSB Follow this and additional works at: https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/coyote-chronicle Recommended Citation CSUSB, "February 22nd 2010" (2010). Coyote Chronicle (1984-). 27. https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/coyote-chronicle/27 This Newspaper is brought to you for free and open access by the Arthur E. Nelson University Archives at CSUSB ScholarWorks. It has been accepted for inclusion in Coyote Chronicle (1984-) by an authorized administrator of CSUSB ScholarWorks. For more information, please contact [email protected]. THE INDEPENDENT STUDENT VOICE MONDAY com OF CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, SAN BERNARDINO FOR 43 YEARS. 2.22.10 . New budget plan creates both excitement, concerns Some applaud Gov. Schwarzenegger’s plan to redirect funds from prisons to education, but concerns remain. By ANNE MARIE TAHRAMANIS Staff Writer After numerous rallies and walkouts in protest of the governor’s handling of the state budget, it seems CSU students are finally giving him a “thumbs up”. Beginning in 2014, Gov. Schwarzenegger’s proposed amendment will give at least 10 percent of the state general fund to the University of California and California State University systems, limit prison spending to no more than 7 percent. The governor’s plan would need a two-thirds vote from the state legislature to make it onto the ballot this fall. A simple majority vote from the public is needed for the amendment to pass. “Spending 45 percent more on prisons than universities is no way to pro- ceed into the future,” Schwarzenegger said. “What does it say about a state that focuses more on prison uniforms than caps and gowns? It simply is not healthy.” Schwarzenegger also proposed increased privatization, using private em- Anne Marie Tahramanis | Chronicle Photo ployees in state prisons or contracting out the housing of prisoners to corporate Student Michael Long gives his “two thumbs up” for the Governor’s proposal. See New Plan, pg. 3 San Bernardino’s bicentennial Coyote Chronicle ‘Trails and Tales of the Cajon Pass’ sheds light on local history as city turns 200 By PAUL DUDLEY Staff Writer John Hockaday brought the mountain pass between the San Bernardino and San Gabriel Mountains to life with his presentation, "Trails and Tales of the Cajon Pass - from In- dian Footpath to Modern Highway." CSUSB's John M. Pfau Library presented Hockaday's historical lecture on Thursday, Feb. 18 to spotlight local history in celebration of the City of San Bernardino’s bi- centennial according to a CSUSB press release. “The lecture is the first among many other events planned on and off the university to celebrate the city’s 200th year,” said Pfau library associate Iwona Contreras. Most describe John Hockaday as an accomplished photographer and historical researcher who has put most Richard Bowie | Chronicle Photo of his concentration on the Cajon Pass. However he best Photographer and historical researcher John Hockaday kicks off San Bernardino’s bicentennial celebra- describes himself as old construction worker who kind of tion with a lecture spotlighting historical landmarks including Lake Arrowhead and the Cajon Pass. likes history. Hockaday has written two books focusing on the “When she died I thought about giving up but I thought it [writing the book] Cajon Pass entitled The Man Who Built Camp Cajon and was something I needed to do for her,” said Hockaday. From Indian Footpath to Modern Highway. In the lecture Hockaday talks about the different phases of the Cajon Pass, It took Hockaday and his wife ten years to compile to from the Native Americans, to the great flood of 1938, to the many train stations all history that they needed for book. When his wife died throughout the pass, to Route 66, to the modern 1-15. Hockaday thought about just forgetting the book. With each topic Hockaday brought an anecdote or simile to keep his audi- serve simultaneously. Both have the same didates must be prepared to commit two privileges and responsibilities, except that years to the position. CSU in search of only the senior of the two votes. The winning applicant would represent According to Ruth Leon, vice president the 450,000 CSU student population. Leon of CSU Bakersfield's ASI, prospective can- said the new trustee would need to be well- student trustees didates must be a CSU student of at least spoken and written, very well-informed and sophomore status, be a junior upon selection, able to absorb information quickly. By AMBER DOUGLAS with a GPA of at least 2.0 and must be con- "[The trustee would] study legislation Staff Writer tinuously enrolled – not including summer related to higher education and students in Volume XLIII term. Graduate students are also eligible to general, be opened to learning quickly and Number 13 The California State Student Association apply. willing to do a lot of work," Leon said. (CSSA) is searching for a student to serve on Leon called the position "the most pres- Appointing a new trustee takes a long [email protected] the board of CSU student trustees. tigious position a student can hold.” Students time -- the process involves the CSSA Initial (909) 537-5289 The board has two trustee positions that are advised to apply months in advance. Can- See Trustee, Pg. 3 Chronicle Page 2 News Monday, February 22, 2010 California on the fast track By STEVEN BROWN Staff Writer California will receive about $2.25 billion to build a new high-speed rail system spanning from San Diego to San Francisco. The proposed plan from the California High-Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA) lists Anaheim, Bakersfield, Fresno, Los Angeles, Ontario, Riverside and Sacramento as major stops between southern and northern California. The high-speed train can travel at speeds up to 220 mph while covering a 520-mile route according to a White House Press Sec- retary. The billion-dollar project expects to generate about 600,000 construction-related Courtesy of the California High Speed Rail Authority website jobs in areas such as track laying and rail maintenance, manufacturing, planning, engi- Construction of the high-speed rail system begins in 2011 and will offer stops statewide from San Diego to San Fransisco. neering and rail operations, according to the CHRSA business plan. The plan states Southern California is expected to produce over 200,000 jobs with construction begin- “By investing in high-speed rail, we’re doing so many good things for our country at ning in 2011. the same time,” Biden said. “We’re creating good construction and manufacturing jobs in "We have come together because the building of a high-speed train system in Cal- the near-term; we’re spurring economic development in the future; we’re making our com- ifornia will create sustainable green jobs, spur economic growth and protect our envi- munities more livable – and we’re doing it all while decreasing America’s environmental ronment,” State Assembly member and author of the High-Speed Rail Bond, Cathleen impact and increasing America’s ability to compete in the world.” Galgiani told CSU Fullerton’s Daily Titan. “Federal funds would be put to use right Most CSUSB faculty and students we've spoken to are proponents of the train system, away in California, consistent with the president’s vision on an immediate economic suggesting that it will be more fuel efficient and a benefit to California residents who sit in stimulus program.” traffic frequently. Although a small number of people oppose the projected plan, Galgiani and Vice “I think it is way more fuel efficient and will cause less traffic and less chaos,” student President Joe Biden believe construction will begin on time without further delays. Brittany Carlson said. “I think the metro system in Los Angeles is very useful and a ton of students and business professionals use it, so I think if there is a train that goes all over southern California it will definitely benefit people." “I love it,” Assistant Professor of Communications Astrid Sheil said. “It’s the smartest thing [California] could do. It would be a real boost for the state of California, in particu- Coyote Chronicle lar Southern California. I would love to be able to take a train to San Diego.” Student Brittany Shaw stressed the convenience the train will have. “It would be more convenient than cars because you wouldn’t have to deal with traf- Editor in Chief Ken Dillard fic,” Shaw said. “You would also save money on gas.” Managing Editor Melanie Hunter According to the CHRSA, the project is expected to be completed in 2020. The CHRSA Online Editor Shantal Anderson said the system is designed to carry more than 100 million passengers a year and will alle- Asst. Online Editor David Chernin viate the need to build thousands of additional miles of freeways. News Editor Richard Bowie Asst. News Editor Justin Udenze Features Editor Erin Chester Entertainment Editor Melanie Hunter Asst. Entertainment Editor Angelica Stewart Opinion Editor Eric Brown Sports Editor Chris Baker Asst. 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