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Wednesday INLAND EMPIRE October 25,2000 Volume 14 Number 04 HISPANIC NEWS 0 Serving the Hispanic Communities in the Inland Empire

• San Bernardino • Colton • Rialto • Bloomington • Redlands • Fontana • Rancho Cucamohga • Ontario * Victor Valley • Riverside • Casa Blanca • Corona

The Inland Empire's only Hispanic Minority Owned English Language Newspaper

INLAND EMPIRE HISPANIC NEWS The Inland Empire Hispanic News asked ENDORSEMENTS Inland Empire residents, "Who do you plan to vote for in November's NATIONAL presidential election and why?" President Al Gore 40* Congressional Jeny Lewis Here are some responses: 4 P'Congressional Rudolph Favela Interviews by Jessica Carney 42"'' Congressional Joe Baca

STATE 31" Assembly James Bmlte 61" Assembly Gloria Negrete"^ McLeod 62"'' Assembly JohnLongville 64* Assembly Jose Media 65* Assembly Ray Quinto David Franco, 18, San Bernardino: Lori Wickes, 43, County of San Bernardino "I'm voting for A! Gore because Lydia Zapata, 50, Moreno Valley: he's really done a lot for us. I Riverside: 5* Supervisorial District Jerry Eaves don't care what they say about "I'm going to stick with Bush. I Democrats, I've always been a "I will vote for Al Gore because I like his stand on the military to Democrat and my family has al­ like his ideas about issues that bring our bases back up since City of Barstow " ways been Democrat because are very important to me like we have so many shut down. I Mayor Katy Yslas-Yent they cut taxes for us. I heard the education, retirement and the also agree with his plan for presidential debates. Gore had economy." money for schools." some good points and I really City of Colton didn't like Bush." Mayor Betty Cook IN THIS ISSUE 65» ASSEMBLY VOTERS HAVE PG2 City of Redlands OPPORTUNITYTO MAKE A DIFFERENCE CONGRESSMANJOE BACA PG2 Unified School District . Amos Isaac ANNOUNCES HEAD START FUNDS FORSAN BERNARDINO COUNTY

LETTERTOTKEEDITQRVIEWPOINT- PG3 City of Rialto CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO MLASUREM

Mayor Grace Vargas RIVERSIOECOUNTYOFFICEOF PGA EDUCATION TO BECOME PILOT PROGRAM Joe Barrera, 19, HELPING UNDERPERF0RMIN6SCHOOLS City of San Bernardino San Bernardino: HISPANICVOTERSSHOWNEW; PGS Measure M (185) , Yes David Lopez, 26, "I will vote Al Gore because he LARGER POTENTIAL TO IMPACT VOTE Redlands: is more down-to-earth and un­ UCR PREVIEW DAYFOR PGG derstands the problems that we PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS SET FOR OCT. 28 1 San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District 1 "I like Bush more. It has a lot to do with Gore's past with Clinton. face as Hispanics like poverty PREPARATIONS UNDERWAY FOR PG7 1 Division Two George Aguilar 1 He has a stigmatism because he and being a minority. Bush THE FIRSTANNUAL SAN BERNARDINO LATINO BOOK A FAMILYFESTIVAL was in office with Clinton. I have doesn't really care about preconceived notions about America, he just wants to follow COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS PS 7 State Propositions HOSTS THE BBiANNUAL Gore." in his father's footsteps." PROCUREMENT CONFERENCE Proposition 32 Yes NYOHROJAS EMBARKS OH PG8 Proposition 33 No U.S. TOUR wllftLATIN SUPERSTARS JUAN GABRIEL ami ANA GABRIEL Proposition 34 No ' Manuela Medrano, 47, QUINTO ENCOURAGED BY RECENT PG 9 Proposition 35 No • Rialto: TRKKINGPOLL

Proposition 36 Yes Pictured on Left LOCAL EDUCATORS TRADE PG18 Proposition 37 No "I am voting for Bush because he IDEAS WITH MEXICO is interested In helping the middle Proposition 38 TOO OFTENBARRIERS EXIST PG 11 No class with his focus on educations. ATTHE EMERGENCY ROOM DOOR Proposition 39 Yes That's what we need in this coun­ try is to give the middle class a PARENTS; NICOTINEIS A REAL PG 11 better education." THREAT TO YOUR KIDS

I 2 Inland Empire Hispanic News Wednesday, October 25,2000

ASSEMBLY VOTERS HAVE OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

On November 7"', the voters of from kindergarten through 12*" Quinto has been recognized by ence, education and service, coupled the bS"" Assembly District have an grade, accountability by education many public and private organizations with family tradition, life's values of opportunity to vote for a candidate entities and educators to provide the for his public service. An outstand­ hard work, portrays a candidate fully - who can make a difference in repre­ learning incentives and reflect ing award is the Congressional qualified to fulfill the office that he senting the desert and suburban ar­ quality education to every student in Excalibur Award which recognized seeks. eas that Bret Granlund is vacating. the state; Quinto among six national recipients Ray Quinto is a candidate that can Ray Quinto, Democrat, ran against • the availability of health care for for exceptional community service. make a difference. A vote for Quinto Grunland in 1998 with a very positive those in need, especially the lower The accumulative assets that is a vote for leadership, integrity and showing. This time he is being op­ income families, minorities families Quinto has acquired through experi­ change. posed by Jan Leja, Republican, who and senior citizens; , is the former Beaumont Mayor, who • improve transportation with CONGRESSMAN JOE BACA ANNOUNCES HEAD START moved to Yucaipa after losing to her priorities in the mral and less- Republican primary opponent in traveled areas of the state; FUNDS FOR SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY Beaumont. Leja is currently being • improved medical and social More Than $22 Million Destined for Early Childhood Services investigated by theCalifomia Attor­ services for veterans and their Congressman Joe Baca (D-Rialto) today school and life. The programs emphasize ney General's Office for alleged families; announced that grants totaling the involvement of families and local com­ claims of endorsement and campaign • economic, social and medical $22,641,083 have been awarded to fund munities to assure that programs are re­ financial irregularities in the primary services that are of vital necessity in Head Start programs in San Bernardino sponsive to the unique needs of each election. the assembly district, County. community. Quinto has never held elective of­ • the enhancement of law en­ The grants, from the U.S. Department Federal funding for Head Start was $5.3 fice but has worked for Assembly forcement and its community- of Health and Human Services, will pro­ billion in 2000, with an additional $1 bil­ lion proposed by the Clinton Administra­ (now Congressman) Baca and fully related policing; and vide funding for comprehensive-early childhood development services for low- tion for Fiscal Year 2001. understands the legislative process. • ensuring that small business income pre-school children. The Head "I support the Administration's in­ owners receive support and encour­ Since his unsuccessful effort in the Start program was created in 1965. creased funding proposal for Head Start," assembly race in 1998, he has con­ agement in order to provide well "This is probably one of the best pro­ Baca added. "This added funding will help tinued to organize Democratic clubs paving jobs with quality benefits. grams ever created in America," Con­ us reach the goal of providing Head Start and citizens groups in the assembly gressman Baca said, "Head Start brings to one million needy children." district in anticipation of, again, being Quinto has had a distinguished education, nutrition, health and social Nearly 5,000 children are served by a candidate in the general election on military and professional careers, services to millions of America's needi­ Head Start in San Bernardino County. Roberta York, Administrator of Head Start November T"". coupled with decades of dedicated est children. It provides a foundation for their future." for San Bernardino County, has initiated • Traveling to every rural area and community involvement in social, Head Start Services are intended to a program of outreach to people of the health and educational activities. cities in the assembly district, Quinto prepare children ages three to five to en­ Inland Empire. Parents are encouraged to has delivered his message of: Bom in Taos, New Mexico, as a ter kindergarten and to improve condi­ contact the Head Start office at 909-387- • expanding available resources to fifth generation Hispanic, Quinto is tions necessary for their success in 2363 improve the education of students proud of his ancestry and coupled with his love of America. He served two tours in Vietnam as a medical corps- Yes ....Tlteire is a Difieieiice!! man with the Marine Corps, was hon­ orably discharged and continuing his Elect Ray Quinto Inland Empire service in the Naval Reserve. He rose 65th Assembly District Hispanic News through the ranks, serving a total of 36 years of military service, retiring as captain in January 1998. During this The Inland Empire Hispanic period in his life, he continued his edu­ strong on Education— News is owned and oper­ cation, receiving his Associate and A top Priority ated by the Hispanic Com­ Master Degrees, with an emphasis in Senior Citizens—Care and munication and Deveiop- hospital management. respect for those who have ment Corporation. His professional career with the shaped this great state— Veterans Administration included 26 affordable housing, Publisher/Editor Graciano Gomoz years of civil service, retiring in June responsible health care and Oftice Manager Trini Gomoz 1993, as Chief, Research Operations effective transportation. Paszkiowicz Design/Layout Charia at the Veterans Hospital in Loma Accounts Analyst Stoiia Saiazar Workers Rights—Good Linda. job opportunities which Distribution Art Ramos While serving in Vietnam, Quinto provide quality wages and vowed that he would serve his com­ benefits. Writers Sandra Martinez munity in order to improve the quality Paulino Jaramiiio of life for those who are unable to Crime Prevention— Jessica Carney help themselves and to the public in Rehabilitation for non­ violent substance abusers, The Inland Empire Hispanic gemeral. True to his vow, Quinto involved so we have room to lock up News Is published every two the violent offenders. weeks and distributed In San himself in numerous community ac­ Bernardino, Riverside, Rancho tivities within the last 25 years. Those Protect the Environment—Leave the planet in better shape for our children, a Cucamonga, Ontario, Corona, activities include the American Red balanced approach. Casa Blanca, and the High Des­ Cross, Cancer Society, San Bernar­ sert, You may subscribe or ad­ dino and Crafton Community Colleges, Welfare Reform—Do not forget the children. Protect the rights and benefits vertise by contacting the office Kiwanis Club of Greater San Bernar­ of innocent children, but require accountability for able-bodied adults. at: dino, where he implemented educa­ Transportation—Fresh and creative solutions to travel delays and gridlock. Telephone (909)381-6259 tional programs targeted towards el­ ementary and secondary schools, Fax (909)384-0419 Veterans Affairs—They were there to protect our freedom and we must— Email [email protected] health fairs and socio-economic pro­ fulfill our promises on benefits, provide responsible heath care and enhance Office: grams. In addition, Quinto contributed educational and job opportunities. 1558-D North Waterman to the development of a dental clinic San Bernardino, OA 92404 and blood bank in the City of Mexicali. Jules Carvaholo, Treasurer, RO. Box 445 Yucaipa, CA ID #950635 Ph/FX (909) 797-4026 Letter to the Editor 3 Inland Empire Hispanic News Wednesday, October 25,2000

INLAND EMPIRE HISPANIC NEWS — LETTER TO THE EDITOR Interview Responses: VIEWPOINT - CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO MEASURE M Continued from Page 1

Three issues seem to dominate the attorney in protection of his elected posi­ erations in regard to productivity and ef­ discussion regarding the proposed city tion. In other cities in the Inland Empire, fectiveness. The ultimate goal is power charter for San Bernardino. The first is the appointed city attorneys provide criti­ and is part and parcel of political behav­ one that has been at once acclaimed by cal advice and opinion to the mayors and ior. Appointed city attorneys don't have those it benefits and derided by those councils in virtual and effective anonym­ to seek power and recognition. They just who Consider it unfair and discriminatory! ity. go about the business of being effective Present charter provision 186 which guar­ In San Bernardino, because of his legal advisors and interpreters of the law. antees yearly raises to public safety em­ elected status, the city attorney sees him­ A third focus of opposition comes ployees now appears now to be irrelevant self as an indispensable leader in the gov­ from former Civil Service Commission in the charter argument. In a monumental ernance of the city and is forced to com­ members who want to continue a practice decision, Governor Davis recently signed pete with those who are specifically that became outdated when cities began a bill regarding public safety unions "that elected to enact policy and chart the to establish professional human re­ Mayra Zermeno, 21, will impose binding arbitration on cities course of action. Of political necessity, sources departments. Such departments San Bernardino: and counties when they reach an impasse he must engage in posturing, self-promo­ consist of people will trained in recruit­ "I like Al Gore better because I think he has a over salaries and benefits" (The Sun, 10- tion, and the championing of safe, high ment, testing, and interviewing of poten­ lot more experience than Bush and I agree 3). profile causes that result in local head­ tial employees. The Civil Service Commis­ with his ideas for education." Every public sector union would love lines—you don't get re-elected by being sion should not be involved in those func­ to have this arrangement! Now the unnoticed. When attention gets focused tions but should continue to be arbiters Firefighters' Union which opposes the on a strong, visionary, popular mayor, the of questions dealing with unfair treatment new charter will have to eam raises the council meeting becomes the venue for of employees. Nostalgia and a feeling of old fashioned union way—through col­ the elected city attorney to posture by self importance are understandable, but lective bargaining, with the added plum engaging in a quasi-policy making role, should not determine the effectiveness of binding arbitration. The firefighters and pursuing his agenda, sometimes even of good personnel operations. have declared their opposition to the new "changing hats" to become a "private citi­ The voters face an important decision. charter because it will the end the manda­ zen" to address the council. All this is Should the city continue to operate with tory raises. Now that binding arbitration • understandable as political reality and the a horse and buggy charter, or should the is law, 186 is a moot point. aim is to establish the aura of "watchdog" establishment of policy and administra­ The second vigorous opposition to over the actions of the mayor and council tion rest with the Mayor and the Council the proposed charter comes from the city without risking scrutiny of his own op- who were elected to carry out that re­ sponsibility, free from external power Juan Pech, 43, Fontana: move. ., .. - ; . "I'm voting.Democrat simpiy because I think Ernest F. Garcia, San Bernardino—Tel. Al Gore's words emphasize the necessities of 864-3446 the middle class people. Although there are thingsi don't agree with like abortion, I also (909)328-1385 understand that it is an individuai decision."

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ENDORSEMENTS FOR SUPERVISOR JERRY EAVES FROM THE HISPANIC COMMUNITIES • • Michael Acevedo Manuel Acosta Yvonne Adame George A. Aguilar Diane Alvarado Chris Amaro Marcella Amaro Daniel Areirigea Sylvia Arias Ruben S. Ayala Joe Baca Antonio Baltazar Marialinda Baylon Optaciano Baylon, Jr. Linda Miranda Boswell Steve Botello Marta Macias Brovyn Martha Cabral ElisaCabral Raymond Cadena Henry Calderilla Ruben Campos Danny Castio Cecilia Chagolla Veronica Chavez Joseph V. Contaoi Bea Cortes Elias S. Cortez Doreene Cruz Manny De La Torre Richard DeLaRosa Eduardo Delgado Mauricio Delgado Shari Delgado Hiram Diaz Elico Domingues Edward Dominguez Henrietta Dominguez Monica Dominguez Gilbert D. Dominguez Paula Estrada Esther Estrada Marisol Estrada Diane Flores Adolph Elores Robyn Flores Phillip Flores Margaret Flores Sal Flores Chris Fuerte Esther Fuerte Arthur Fuerte Michealle Fuerte Dorothy Garcia Dr. Ernest Garcia Henry T. Garcia LeeAnn Garcia Alfenso Garcia Marelena Oarcia-Shorett Florentine Garza Priscilla Gasca Genevieve Gaytan Karl E. Gaytan Trini Gomez Graciano Gomez Louis S. Gomez, Ed.D. Nick Gonzalez Maria Gonzalez Cynthia Gutierrez Frank Guzman Dennis Hancock Ethel Hancock Vanessa Hemandez Ralph Hernandez Raymond Hernandez Hector Hernandez Andres Hernandez Jacob Hemandez Anne M. & Richard Hemandez Celia Hemandez Victor Hemandez Rafeal Hemandez Alicia Hemandez Jose Antonio Hemandez SoniaHerrera Arthur Hidalgo Marina Iniguez Elizabeth Jimenez Isabel Jurado Angle Lara Sonia Lopez Nicholas Lopez Luis Lopez Claudia Lopez Edwin Lujan Manuel Mancha Jess Mancha Dan Marquez Jose Marquez Veronica Martinez Frank Martinez Antoinette Martinez Martha F. Martinez Esther Mata Vivian Mata Diana McCafferty John Mena Sara Mena Raul Miramontes Luisa Mora Guadalupe Morales Freddie Moreno Emesta Munoz Christine Negrete Raymond Negrete Susana Negrete Magdalena Negrete Nena Negrete Emanuel L. Olague Felix R. Olguin DebraOlguin Amparo Olguin Katherine Olguin Phyllis Olguin-Romero Irma Olivares Jeremie Ortega Gilberto Ortiz Consuela Ortiz Hemandez Oscar Hugo Panjagua Ana Pena Lydia J. Perez Lisa Perez Eddie Y. Perez Sylvia Pinedo Annette Ponce James Quiroz Jerry Ramirez Pete B. Ramos Eloise Gomez Reyes Helen Reyes Frank Reyes Terri Reynoso Yolanda Rios Rocket Rios Icela Rivera John D. Rivera Carlos Robles Lidia Rodriguez Robert W. Rodriguez Debbie Rojas Albert Roman Andrea Roman Alyoshka Romero Miguel Romero Susanne Saenz Guadalupe Salares Eddie Salazar Armida Salgado Mary Salgado Maria Sanchez Lynnett Sanchez Francisco Sanchez Martin Sanchez Carina Sanchez Arthur Sauceda Sandra Saucedo Manuela G. Sosa Nell Soto David Tamayo Aurora Tejeda Pauline Trejo Rebeca Trevino Martin Valdez Jesse Valenzuela MikeValles Judith Valles Ruth Vargas KarinaVega J. Lorraine Velarde Janet Velez Steve Villalobos Sylvia Villanueva Anita Villanueva Jess C. Vizcaino Angel Vizcarra Cmz Vizcarra Maria Vizcarra Teresa 1. Ybarra Ronnie W. Ybarra Mary Zaneski Sonia Zapian

. Eaves for Supervisor ID#9U 563 - Midge Zupanic-Skaggs, Treasurer Hispanic Voters to Impact Vote Inland Empire Hispanic News Wednesday, October 25,2000

HISPANIC VOTERS SHOW NEW, LARGER POTENTIAL TO IMPACT VOTE. By: Jessica Carney

While the Hispanic population in County is not yet registered. And, it is Since national figures show Hispan­ 5,I(X) Hispanics hold elective office the U.S. climbs exponentially, experts estimated that a little more than 30% ics to be the fastest growing bloc of around the country and, over the last say these new American voters are of the eligible population, only two out • ethnic voters, it's no wonder politicians 10 years, the number of Hispanics in becoming a forceful component of the of five registered Latinos, actually are taking notice. An analysis by the Congress has risen to 19 from II; the U.S. electorate. voted in the last election. National Association of Latino Elected number of state lawmakers has in­ The impending outcome of "Hispanics are going to make a big Officials (Naleo) predicts that the creased to 189 from 135; and seven , November's presidential election may difference in the presidential election," Hispanic share of the 2000 presiden­ Hispanics hold statewide offices, ac­ hinge on the Hispanic vote this year stated California State Senator Nell tial vote will rise to 5.4 percent from cording to Arturo Vargas, the Naleo more than ever, according to an in- Soto. "The more we have vote, the 4.7 percent in 1996, giving Latino vot­ executive director. depth analysis conducted by the greater the impact. That is the best ers the power to influence an other­ Hispanic people are seeing what a Tomas Rivera Policy Institute (TRPI) thing we can do as Latinos to ensure wise close election, particularly in sev­ difference it makes to get involved, in Claremont, a nonpartisan, nonprofit that funding goes to the people who eral important states, including Cali­ said Soto, noting that 22 Hispanics research organization that focuses on need it the most." fornia, Texas and Florida. serve in elected positions with her in issues of concern to the nation's His­ Like Soto, Baca's remarks empha­ "The Latino community tends to be California. panic community sized the importance of increasing the less served. Now we can come to the "Our people are going to vote this "This study is reflective.of the cur­ number of voters in the Hispanic com­ fore-front and say, 'What about us?"' year and they're going to vote in rents that have made America strong munity: Soto said. droves. It's going to make a big dif­ over the years," said Dr. Harry "It is critical not only that we get Not only are more Hispanics im­ ference in this election." Pachon, president of the Institute. "A the vote, but that we continue to reg­ pacting the vote, they are entering the lot of politicians were not aware that ister Hispanics to vote," he said. political.arena on a grand scale. About the Latino population was going to grow so dramatically during the 1990s. The nation's Hispanic population All Workers' Civil Rights are Protected under increased to 31.8 million last year from 22.4 million in 1990, according the New Charter! to the Census Bureau. Subsequently, changes in the voting patterns and party affiliations of Latinos may prove These are the Laws: critical to future local, state, and na­ tional campaign strategies, the study indicates. Fair Employment and Anti-Discrimination Laws 'The growth of the Latino elector­ y Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; 42 U.S.C. §1981 ate ... during the past decade has ^ Age Discrimination Act of 1967 been dramatic," Pachon continued. ^ PregnancyDiscrimination Actof 1978 "Latino votes may be a key force in ^ Americans with Disabilities Act of 1992 congressional and state legislative ^ Family and Medical Leave Actof 1993; Family Care Leave Act elections throughout the County." ^ Fair Employment and Housing Act Echoing the study's sentiment. Con­ gressman Joe Baca says the Latino ^ 42 U.S.C. § 1983; Pickering v. Board of Education (391 U.S. 5631119681 vote is crucial now in the national ^ California Labor Code §§1101 and 1102; California Government Code § 3201 elections and will be for city, county ^ California Labor Code § 1102.5 and state elections in the near future. "The invisible minority is now the awakened giant," Baca stated. "His- Hiring Laws panics are learning that your vote is Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act your voice, and what a wonderful Americans with Disabilities Act feeling it is." ^ California Constitution Article I § I; California Penal Code §637.3 Voting gives the Hispanic commu­ ^ California Health & Safety Code § 120980 (f) nity not only the voice, Baca contin­ ued. but it carries the political clout to ^ California Labor Code § 432.7; California Penal Code §13326 push for issues that are important to Hispanics such as education, health Wages and Compensation Laws care, prescription drugs for seniors, Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 public safety and transportation and employment. ^ Equal Pay Act of 1963 The number of Hispanic voters in I998's midterm election was up 50 Restrictions on City's Use of Certain Background Information percent from 1994 - a figure reflec­ tive of trends in the Inland Empire, ^ California Constitution Article I; California Penal Code § 637.3 according to Pachon. By 2025, ^ California Health & Safety Code § 120980(0 California's Latino population is pro­ ^ California Labor Code § 432.7; California Penal Code § 13326 jected to grow to 20 million and by the year 2020 Latinos will surpass the state's White, non-Hispanics. Labor Negotiation and Collective Bargaining Laws Latino voter turnout in 1998 was ^ Myers-Milias-Brown Act (California Government Code § 3500 et seq) higher than the turnout rate for the total population (43% and 40% re­ spectively) and constituted 13% of Friends of San Bernardino 215 North D Street Suite 100 San Bernardino, CA 92404 Treas. Bill Lemann those registered who voted in Califor­ nia. However, researchers found that Vote YES on Measure M and Help a significant proportion (48%) of the ; • Latino citizenry eligible to vote in LA Hirn Our Town Around 6 ' ' - - - - Education Inland Empire Hispanic News Wednesday, October 25,2000

UCR PREVIEW DAY FOR PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS SET FOR OCT. 28

The University of California, Riv­ program for students from community zations and activities. charge. To attend or for more infor­ erside will host a day of presentations colleges or other universities will be Prospective students may add their mation, contact the Office of Rela­ and informative workshops for pro­ from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Preview Day experience through the tions with Schools at (909) 787-4531. spective students and their parents on Each program will begin with a- overnight HOST program. Through Prospective transfer students should Saturday, Oct.28, on the UCR cam­ welcome from UCR Chancellor HOST, high school seniors ha\ e the call the Transfer and Reentry Services pus. Raymond L. Orbach. Tours of the opportunity to spend the night in UCR office at (909) 787-5307. To partici­ The annual "Preview Day" is de­ campus and campus housing will be campus housing on Friday, Oct. 27 or pate in the overnight HOST program, signed to highlight the campus' aca­ given throughout the day. Saturday, Oct 28. Prospective trans­ the registration deadline is Oct. 18. demic programs for students who are Workshops will be offered on such fer students may stay overnight on UCR is located off Interstate 215/ considering filing an undergraduate topics as UCR's academic programs, Friday. Oct. 27. Reservations are re­ 60 in Riverside, Exit University Av­ application to attend UCR. A program financial aid, admissions requirements quired. enue, turn left and follow signs to Pre- for high school students is scheduled for freshmen and transfer students, Preview Day is open to prospec­ view Day. Parking is free in lots from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. A separate housing options, and student organi­ tive students and their parents free of marked for Preview Day guests.

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NYDIA ROJAS EMBARKS ON U.S. TOUR with LATIN SUPERSTARS JUAN GABRIEL and ANA GABRIEL Nydia also receives Latin GRAMMY® Nomination for Hollywood Records album Si Me Conocieras, featuring single "Te Voivere a Encontrar "

me, my music and my live perfor­ by Ramiro Burr (editor. Billboard's mances is a dream come true," com­ Guide to Tejano and Regional ments Nydia about touring with Juan Mexican Music). Recorded in Gabriel and Ana Gabriel, two of Latin Mexico City with Mexico's finest Music's leading artists who have mariachi musicians. Si Me Conocieras achieved album sales and touring suc­ was produced by Carlos Cabral "Jun­ cess worldwide. Semana De Mexico's educational par­ ior," acclaimed for his work with Ana ticipation included a Sister School Pro­ The only female artist in her Latin Gabriel, Ana Barbara, Marco Anto­ gram at the Sturges Auditorium, San GRAMMY Award category, Nydia nio Solis and Temerarios. For Si Me Bernardino, where Inland Empire edu­ received the nomination for Best Conocieras. Cabral drew on the tal­ cators and Baja California educators Ranchero Performance for her ents of the field's top arrangers, in­ spoke on the merits of school person­ Hollywood Records Album Si Me cluding Rigoberto Alfaro (Alejandro nel and student exchange from both Conocieras. Nydia has been praised Fernandez, Vicente Fernandez), Javier areas. The program included a read­ by USA Today as a "mariachi sensa­ Carrillo (Pepe Aguilar) and Manuel ing and signing of a Sisterhood Docu­ tion" and as "the best female Cazares (Juan Gabriel). ment in which goals and objectives ranchera singer in the United States" would be followed to continue the con­ cept. Pictured above is an exchange of school flags between students from Baja California and the Inland Empire. Guest speaker was the Secretary of Nydia Rojas, a rising young singing sen­ sation, will be touring with Juan and Ana Education of the state of Baja Califor­ Gabriel nia M.C. Lorenzo Gomez-Morin On the heels of receiving her nomi­ Fuentes. nation for the 1'' Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards, Hollywood Pictured on the left is the Rondalla De Records recording artist Nydia Rojas Baja California entertained the public will embark on a U. S. tour this fall at the Carousel Mall, San Bernardino, with Latin superstars Juan Gabriel as part of the Semana De Mexico fes­ and Ana Gabriel. tivities sponsored by the Mexican ."To share the stage with two of Consul, San Bernardino. my greatest idols who have inspired Photo By lEHN

Latino ImPACt ; Urges you to VOTE on November 7, 2000 We endorse the following candidates and propositions:

CANDIDATES:

A1 Gore, President of the United States Joe Baca, 42nd Congressional District Gloria Negrete McLeod, 61st Assembly District John Longville, 62nd Assembly District Ray Quinto, 65th Assembly District Jerry Eaves, 5th District Supervisor Kathy Davis, 1st District Supervisor Grace Vargas, for Mayor of Rialto PROPOSITIONS:

• ... NO — Proposition 38 YES — Proposition 39

• « YES on City of San Bernardino Measure M People in the News Inland Empire Hispanic News Wednesday, October 25,2000

QUINTO ENCOURAGED BY RECENT TRACKING POLL

for Quinto, and just 35% of those Leja had been accused of falsifying Republicans said they would support election documents, and that the alle­ Leja. This Suggests that Quinto has gation is being investigated by the Fair better support from his Democratic Political Practices Commission base than Leja does from District (FPPC). This has led some Republi­ Republicans. Further, the large pro­ cans to desert her. They were also told portion of undecided voters indicated that Quinto was a veteran with a long that many were not informed about history of working with Veteran Af­ San Bernardino Mayor Judith the candidates and had not focused fairs. When the respondents wefe Valies sings several songs ac­ companied by the Mariachi Inter­ on the Assembly contest. asked again to indicate their prefer­ national at the Semana De A follow-up question was asked ences for candidates, Quinto received Mexico's award dinner at the after more information about the can­ 36% of the vote while Leja's support Radisson Hotel, San Bernardino. didates was presented to the respon­ dropped to 17%. The undecided vot­ Photo By lEHN Results of a recent tracking poll in dents. Specifically, they were told that ers remained high at 38%. Assembly District 65 show that the IMPROVE YOURFAMILY'S contest is very close between Demo­ FINANCES crat Ray Quinto and Republican Jan Leja. Four hundred voters randomly Because Eaucotion is Our Future! Overwhelmed by debt? selected by David Binder Research Nonprofit service that helps were asked, "For whom will you vote for Ow CsMmmftyl you get out of debt. in the Assembly race?" The results No loans. showed Quinto and Leja tied with fijikt'mg ht Our QMail • Fast, private service by 21% each, and an extremely high 51% phone who were undecided. Figkt^ for Owt futmol • Stop collection calls - Comparisons were drawn be­ Confidential tween Democrat and Republican re­ • One low monthly spondents who indicated they had payment decided to support A1 Gore and Diane Start getting out of debt TODAY! Feinstein, arid George Bush and Tom Teacher. RCC Trusts Call Concord Credit Campbell, respectively. Only 47% of WicnjrjfXir liibWiwSlTl 7«7 1-888-454-2381" ^ those Democrats had decided to vote code1609 Los Amigos de John Longville Assemblymember of the 6T^ Assembly District is hosting a reception ^ - Monday, October 30,2000 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Mitla's Cafe, 602 North Mt. Vernon Avenue, San Bernardino Special Guest Speaker is Attorney Florentino Garza $200 Sponsorship $20 Individual RSVP by Saturday, October 28^ ® (909) 783-8147

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Norine Miller The Hon. Jerry Eaves The Hon. Judith Valles Dr. Juanita Scott Hardy & Qieryl Brown Wesley Jef ferson Wilhed Lemann Dr. Ernest & Dorothy Garcia Robert Holstein Florentino Garza Esther Jimenez Dr. Donald Singer Marielena Garda-Shorett Frank & Eloise Reyes Marie Alonzo Dr. Manuela Sosa The Hoa Betty D. Anderson Joe Rodriguez Wilmer Carter Felix & Amparo Olguin Fr. Patrick Guillen The Hoa Dan Mays Jaime & Eunice Alvarez Ralph Hernandez The Hoa Midge Zupanic-Skr^s IrmaPIores Mani^ De La Torre The Hon. Ray Abtil, Jr. Jerry Rivera ToddTatum Kurt Wilson The Hon. Barbara McGee The Hon. Josie Gonzales Veronica Martinez Laurie Stalnaker The Hon. Susan Lien The Hon. Esther Estrada "Ihe Hon. Betty Cook Teri Rubi Cormie "Paddy" Qsneros Rebecca Hoggarth Mary Chavez Tony E. Campos Manuel & Kathy Meza Gradano & Trini Gomez Partial Listing of the Los Amigos de John Longville Committee

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LOCAL EDUCATORS TRADE IDEAS WITH MEXICO By: Jessica Carney

Delegates from the consul of Mexico Thirty to 50 percent of Latino students Parent Involvement in Baja California met with represen­ Sister Schools drop out of school according to Valdez The committee's goal of improv­ "English learners and all students tatives from the San Bernardino who believes that an influx of Mexi­ ing parent involvement is based on the County Superintendent of Schools need to be excited about education," can teachers would make a positive idea that when parents take an active (SBCSS) and California State Univer­ said Valdez, explaining the motive be­ change in those percentages. role in their child's education, students sity San Bernardino (CSUSB) hind developing sister school relations "These kids require a little bit more will have a better rate of success and Wednesday, October 18 at CSUSB. with Mexico. "Meeting students from .attention and teachers who can re­ will be more likely to attend college. The group was founded last March another country makes learning a little late," he explained. Hosting "Parent Universities" to jump bit more exciting." as the Bi-National Educational Com­ Because of class-size reduction man­ start interest in education at all levels mittee with a collective goal: to im­ Students will be more comfortable dates, teachers are in demand in Cali­ from parents who are new to the U.S. prove education for immigrants and practicing their English language skills fornia, explained Valdez who plans to was one idea put forth by the com­ other English-learners and to structure with their peers, the committee have teachers from Mexico working mittee, according to Delgado. agreed. cultural exchanges between Mexico for the county schools by June of next "We all need to work harder to and California. With the Internet as a medium, stu­ year. keep all students in school. If they are Focusing on four critical areas - dents from the U.S. will be able to The committee hopes the Mexican failing in our schools then our future teacher exchanges, English as a Sec­ maintain regular contact with students teachers will not only be able to re­ doesn't look bright for the commu­ ond Language (ESL), parent involve­ from Mexico. Travel between the late to their students' culture and back­ nity," said Valdez who explained that countries will also be encouraged. ment and sister schools - the com­ ground, but they will provide positive the conferences will be designed to Valdez noted. mittee hashed out details for their role modeling for California's Hispanic encourage parents to take an active ideas in the all day conference. The Bi-National Educational Com­ students, according to Valdez. part in their children's education and "We've had previous meetings and mittee plans to meet again in late No­ English as a second language hopefully decrease the dropout rate. this one has been advanced," com­ vember in Baja California, Mexico. Since many San Bernardino Another idea the committee is foster­ mented Juan Delgado, a professor of Other committee members include schools have received waivers from ing is an education packet to be pro­ State Senator Nell Soto, San Bernar­ English at CSUSB who coordinated Proposition 227, the political measure vided to new parents on both sides of dino City School District Superinten­ the meeting. "We have made concrete to do away with ESL, the committee the border. The packet wquld outline steps in advancing those four objec- dent Art Delgado, Mexican Consulate is dealing with improving their curricu­ information not only about their role • tives." delegate Juan Jose Salgado, Califor­ lum by sharing teaching strategies. in directing their children through the Teacher Exchanges nia Teachers Association political con­ "We are exchanging ESL curricu­ public school system, but also about sultant Barbara Alarid Smith, CSUSB Because California is experienc­ lum and plan to visit schools to see college. President Albert Karnig and several ing a teacher shortage and a dire need how English and Spanish are taught," faculty members from CSUSB. for bilingual teachers and BaJa has a " Delgado reportedir - . teacher surplus, the committee is pur­ The plan involves sending prospec­ suing a teacher exchange with tive U.S. teachers on internships to Mexico, according to Delgado. Mexican schools and, in turn, sending "There are kids who are not as suc­ teachers from Mexico to U.S. schools, cessful as they should be," explained added Valdez. Martin Valdez, special assistant to the •^'We all have similar goals," said superintendent for San Bernardino Mexicali superintendent delegate County who is representing County Francisco Ramos Verdugo. "We jiist Superintendent Herbert Fisher on the have to keep pushing for dialogue and committee. ^'Because of the large keep all parties communicating. Ulti­ non-English speaking community, mately we are all thinking about what HIRH IDAS made up mostly of ^immigrants from is best for our students." Mexico, they are.not as successful." BEAmED UP.

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TOO OFTEN BARRIERS PARENTS: NICOTINE IS A REAL THREAT TO YOUR KIDS EXIST AT THE By Alan I. Leshner, Ph.D. Director, National Institute on Drug Abuse EMERGENCY ROOM Parents naturally worry about the smokers. Nicotine addiction is a disease. But health and safety of their children. . Nicotine is a powerfully addictive it is preventable. NIDA continues to DOOR Many parents teach their kids to avoid drug. Once your teen is addicted, it fund innovative research to find the getting involved with drugs, although will be very difficult to quit. most effective treatment and preven­ (NAPS)—If you felt like you were sometimes adults forget about the drug The cause of addiction is simple. tion approaches for adolescents. having a heart attack and went to the most abused by adolescents - nico­ Nicotine goes straight to the brain. The In the meantime, not starting to emergency room but it was discov­ tine. human brain has circuits that control smoke is the best form of prevention. ered that it was a false alarm, you may Every year, teens continue to light feelings of pleasure. Dopamine - a Talk to your kids about the threat of be stuck with the hospital bill. This is up even though there is strong public brain chemical - contributes to the smoking. With your guidance, maybe a problem too many Americans face. awareness about the health hazards desire to consume drugs. Nicotine they won't light up. For many years, the American of smoking. When you're young, it's spikes an increase in dopamine. For more information, visit the Heart Association has done much to hard to think about the consequences When your teen smokes, he or she National Institute on Drug Abuse's educate the public about the symp­ of your actions. Kids don't project that inhales the nicotine. It goes quickly to web site at www.drugabuse. gov or toms of heart attack and stroke. Act­ smoking today can lead to negative the brain. In just 10 seconds, the plea­ call the national Clearinghouse for ing on this knowledge is often the key effects in their futures- increased risk surable effects of smoking reach peak Alcohol and Drug Information at to survival—people who experience of cancer, heart attack, and stroke in levels. Within a few minutes, the plea­ 1-800-729-6686. the signs and symptoms should get adulthood. sure is gone, and the craving for a emergency care immediately. Many kids think they'll just try one cigarette begins a new cycle. Many health plans nevertheless cigarette or two or three. These young A teen can easily get hooked on nico­ There is Hope deny payment for emergency ser­ smokers believe that they'll be able to tine, although it takes much more ef­ vices if it tums out that the patient was control their habit over time. Young fort to quit. Many kids think they will AAAERICAN lucky enough not to have suffered a people may experiment with cigars be able to quit any time they want to, > CMNCro ^ heart attack or stroke. Health plans and chewing tobacco, which are also and some can. But many can't. Like 1:SOCIETY^ fVf*- "Jtray^SS • may also refuse payment because the dangerous. Others try bidis, thinking so many smokers, they find it hard to I-800-ACS-2345 www.cancer.org health plan was not notified prior to they are a safe alternative to ciga­ stay away from the drug's effects. the emergency room visit. rettes. Colorfully packaged with a The American Heart Association variety of flavors like cinnamon, or­ recently launched a new initiative— ange, and chocolate, these unfiltered Notice of request for Proposals/Quotations Take Heart 2000—to challenge can­ cigarettes from India have 28 percent Notice is hereby given that proposals will be accepted by the South Coast Air didates and elected officials to ad­ higher nicotine concentration than Quality Management District, 21865 E. Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, CA dress critical heart and stroke issues regular cigarettes. 91765 for the following: like removing barriers to emergency ; There is good jaew&_--theL.mimber Bidder's Closing Cohtacf' Bid No. Title and specialty health care. of teens who currently smoke has Conference Date Person According to the American Heart gradually declined since 1996. 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P2001-14 Privatization of Portions of the Annual None 11/21/00 Zorik Pinreysian "Health plans should make cover­ Emmissions Report Program (909)396-3133 age decisions based on symptoms, not IJ WW POliOl MANDATORY 11/22/00 Dra McEwan P2001-15 Systems Development and Support the final diagnosis," says American The BEST Tasting Chicken Services 11/1/00 (909)396-2897 Heart Association President Dr. Rose None 12/1/00 William Johnson Marie Robertson. "If you think you ; BUY 2 P2001-16 Insurance Brokerage Services 1199 (909)396-2038 are having a heart attack, fear that • WHOLE your health plan will not pay for emer­ '.CHICKENS ir F^001-17 Development and Demonstration of 11/1€VOO 2/21/01 Ranji George Distributed Hydrogen Refueling Stations (909)396-3255 gency care shouldn't delay your seek­ ! FOR within South Coast Air Basin ing treatment." The American public strongly sup­ P2001-23 Conduct PM2.5 Performance Audit None 11/28/00 Tom Parsons Program (909)396-2239 ports removing barriers to emergency Naveen Berry care. A recent national public opinion ICLUDES: P2001-24 Consultant with Technical Expertise MANDATORY 11/22/00 10/31/00 (909)396-2363 2 WHOLE CHICKENS, in the Field of Testing & Analysis of poll showed that 84 percent of Ameri­ Recently Developed & Commercially cans would be angry if their health Choice of 20 Corn Available Architectural & Indrustriai Or Flower Tortillas & llfl. oz Maintenance Coatings plan refused to cover their visit to the of Hot or Mild Salsa emergency room that turned out to be Not valid on catering or party orders. May not be combined with any other offers. Limit 2 PERSONS ATTENDINGTHE BIDDERS' CONFERENCESHOULD CONFIRM orders per customer. Exp 11-30-00 . a false alarm. THEIR ATTENDANCE BY CALLING THE CONTACT PERSON. 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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Supervisors of the County of San HALF OFFSTOCK Bernardino will, at their regular meeting scheduled for TUESDAY. OCTOBER 31. 2000 FABRICS AT 10:00 A.M. in the Chambers of the Board of Supervisors, 385 North Arrowhead Avenue, First Floor, San Bernardino, CA, will consider the following proposed substantial 889-2689 amendment to the Strategic Plan for the CDBG portion of the 2000-2005 Consolidated Plan and 2000-2001 Action Plan and will consider citizen comments regarding this amendment. 649S.WATERMAN SAN BERNARDINO Determine that CDBG - acquired property at 9724 Avenue "E" in FreeEsHmates Hesperia is now needed for use by the Hesperia Park and Recreation District as a facility to provide therapeutic recreation for mentally and physically disabled children and adults.

CONSOLIDATED PLAN Each year since 1975, the County of San Bernardino has qualified to receive federal housing and community development grant fimds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The limds are to develop viable communities by providing decent housing, suitable living environments and expanded economic opportunities, principally for low- and moderate-income persons. In 1999, the County qualified to receive these funds over a three year period from the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Act (HOME) programs for Fiscal Years 2000,2001, and 2002. The CDBG funds are for eligible projects in the unincorporated communities and 14 participating cities. These cities are Adelanto, Barstow, Big Bear Lake, Chino Hills, Colton, Grand Terrace, Highland, Loma Linda. Montclair, Needles, Redlands, Twentynine Palms, Yucaipa, and the Town of Yucca Valley. For the purpose of these grant funds, this area is referred to as the "County Consortium.s

To receive the 2000-2001 CDBG, ESG, and HOME grant fiinds. the County prepared a consolidated grant application to HUD. The County's 2000-2005 Consolidated Plan and 2000-2001 Action Plan formed the Grant Application. On April 18, 2000, the County of San Bernardino Board of Supervisors approved the proposed Consolidated Plan and Action ONE STOP HALLOWEEN SHOPPING Plan. Upon completion of the public review period and after all comments were received and considered, the final Consolidated Plan and Action Plan was prepared. The final Consolidated Plan and Action Plan was submitted to HUD on June 6, 2000 for funding FUN CORNFn approval. PUBLIC COMMENT 426 W. BASELINE For a period of thirty (30) days beginning on October 13. 2000 and ending on November 13, 2000, the public is invited to submit written comments on this proposed amendment. SAN 8EPNAPDIN0 Comments received after 5:00 p.m. April 26, 2000 cannot he considered in the preparation of the amended Consolidated Plan. Send comments to the County Department of Economic Best Low Prices Year Round and Community Development at the address shown below. open Every Day Those individuals wishing to express their views on this substantial amendment may he present and he heard at the Board of Supervisors meeting or may, prior to the time of the fos Machines meeting, submit written comments to the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, 385 North }'io%OH] Arrowhead Avenue, Second Floor, San Bernardino, CA 92415-0130. If you challenge any decision regarding the above proposal in court, you may he limited to I Coupon I raising only those Issues you or someone else raised at the meeting described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the Board of Supervisors at, or prior to, the I.E.H.N. J meeting.

Strobes, Blackiishts Dia de los Muertos Due to time constraints and the number of persons wishing to give oral testimony, time restrictions may he placed on oral testimony at the public hearing regarding this proposal. Costumes, Accessories, Make-up, Masks, Wigs, You may make your comments in writing to assure that you arc able to express yourself Novelties, Party Decorations, Fishnet Tighs adequately. San Bernardino County JON D. MIKELS, CHAIRMAN Department of Economic BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE and Community Development Tiaras for QUINCEANERAS or WEDDINGS OR * • • • •? COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO 290 North "D" Street, Sixth Floor San Bernardino, CA 92415-0040 EARLENE SPROAT. CLERK OF THE for ruithcr infarmation (909) 885-7648 or (909) 884-3073 Attn: Program and Compliance Section BOARD OF SUPERVISORS or call (909)388-0959