Summer Jobs with the National Forest Association

Fawnskin, CA, April 12, 2012, 8:00am - The National Forest Association a nonprofit, known as the NFA,  is looking for five motivated, energetic college students who are interested in spending their summer working with the NFA.  According to Stacy Gorin, NFA Director of Operations, this is a resume-building opportunity for students, ages 18 to 24, who have an interest in ecological restoration or botany and possess a desire to work with children in an educational setting this summer on the San Bernardino National Forest.  Ms. Gorin, added, “(Interns) can gain valuable work experience in a beautiful mountain setting and work alongside a well-trained and professional team of volunteers who support our summer programming at our Big Bear Discovery Center and Children’s Forest in Running Springs.”  Positions available include Youth Program Leader, Restoration Technician and Naturalist/Interpreter and are split between Big Bear Lake and Running Springs.  Other duties include visitor services at Forest Service Visitor Centers, fieldwork at restoration sites and in the greenhouse as well as working with both adult and youth volunteers.  Paid interns must be a current college student enrolled for the coming semester, provide their own transportation and housing, and demonstrate good oral and written communication skills.  Prior experience or interest in environmental education or interpretive setting is desirable.  Summer internships are full-time paid positions with compensation of $9 per hour for 40 hours per week from June through August for a maximum of 12 weeks.  The application deadline is April 20, 2012 and interested parties should submit a cover letter along with a résumé and a list of three references and their contact information to Stacy Gorin, Director of Operations at the Big Bear Discovery Center, P.O. Box 69, Fawnskin, CA 92333, or email to sgorin@nationalforestassociation.org.  For more information, call (909) 382-2794.

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Derry To Hold Town Hall Meetings In Big Bear Lake & Forest Falls

Big Bear Lake, CA, April 9, 2012, 3:00pm – Supervisor Neil Derry will be conducting two town hall forums this week in Big Bear Lake and Forest Falls. The town hall meetings are free and open to the public. Supervisor Derry says “it is imperative that, as a county, we ensure that we are effectively providing our residents with vital county services and work to address any issues of concern that are affecting the quality of life in San Bernardino County”. The meetings will begin with a brief update on the state of the county, followed by a question and answer session where the audience is encouraged to ask questions directly to Neil Derry. Supervisor Derry is the local representative for the Third Supervisorial District, which includes both Big Bear and Forest Falls, and he’s been holding town hall meetings throughout his district on a rotating schedule since he took office in 2008. The Big Bear Lake meeting will take place tomorrow at 6:30pm in Hofert Hall at Big Bear Civic Center in Big Bear Lake. The meeting in Forest Falls is scheduled for Thursday, April 12, at 7pm in the Big Falls Lodge on Valley of the Falls Drive in Forest Falls.

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County Community Clean-up & Recycling Day

Big Bear Valley, CA, April 9, noon - San Bernardino County officials would like to remind residents that Saturday, April 14, 2012 is Community Clean-up & Recycling Day. Residents of the unincorporated county areas, and the city of Big Bear Lake can dispose and recycle regular household trash and debris at no charge at the Big Bear Transfer Station on Holcomb Valley Road from 8am to 4:30pm. The County is asking residents to recycle as much as possible. County solid waste disposal sites offer drop-off bins for a variety of recyclables, such as glass, plastic, cardboard, wood and green waste, and metal. Increasing costs and diminishing revenue will bring an end to County-sponsored Community Clean-up & Recycling Days following this event. Residents will still have options for low or no cost disposal. Trash service typically includes bulky item pickups at no extra cost. Also, many materials can be recycled by taking them to recycling centers. For a complete listing of all County solid waste disposal/recycling sites and their hours of operation and rates, or recycling and waste reduction ideas, go to the department of Public Works at www.sbcounty.gov/dpw/solidwaste

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County Launches Web-Based e-Procurement For Vendors

San Bernardino, CA, April 6, 2012, noon - Effective immediately, vendors can register online to do business with the County. Online access for businesses that want to provide products and services to the County of San Bernardino is making a giant leap forward with the County Purchasing Department’s launch of the new online electronic network system. It’s called ePro, a major technological advance that will increase the speed, efficiency, cost savings and reporting capabilities of the County’s acquisition processes. ePro‘s state-of-the-art system offers web-based vendor registration, bid notification, online solicitations, and electronic purchase orders.  The easy-to-use program also gives County vendors the ability to respond to bids online, adjust proposals prior to the closing date as often as needed, upload certifications and bid documentation, and attend bid openings remotely. Access is available through the County Purchasing website at http://www.sbcounty.gov/purchasing/eprocurement/eproguide.aspx
For more information call the County of San Bernardino Purchasing Department at (909) 387-2060.

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Caltrans Appoints New Acting Director for District 8

San Bernardino, CA, April 5, 2012, 8:00am – Caltrans announced on Wednesday that Syed Raza would be the Acting Director for District 8 beginning April 12, 2012.  District 8 encompasses both Riverside and San Bernardino Counties and is geographically the largest of the 12 statewide Caltrans districts in California.  The current Director, Dr. Raymond Wolfe, will leave the Department after a successful career with Caltrans to take a position as Executive Director for San Bernardino Associated Governments, known as SANBAG.  Syed has been with Caltrans since 1991 and is currently the Deputy District Director in Traffic Operations for District 8.  He has held multiple management positions in the District including Acting Deputy District Director for Project Management and Right of Way, Corridor Director for the $1.3 billion State Route 91 Corridor Improvement Project and Office Chief in Traffic Operations.  In 2011, he received the prestigious Karl Moskovitz Award in recognition of his services to the district.

 

Municipal Water District Board Of Directors Meeting

Big Bear Lake, CA, April 3, 2012, 3:00pm – The Board of Directors of the Big Bear Municipal Water District has a Regular Meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 5, 2012. Open Session will begin at 1:00pm. On the Agenda, the board will consider approval of a concession permit for Big Kahuna Hot Dog at the Big Bear Lake East Boat Ramp, and a Resolution Adopting the Accumulation Program (Apple Plan) for Part-time and Limited-service employees. The meeting will be held at the Big Bear Municipal Water District on Lakeview Drive in Big Bear Lake.

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Democratic Club Hosts Candidate Forum

Big Bear Lake, CA, April 3, 2012, 9:00am - A Candidate Forum for County Supervisor of the Third District will be held tonight at 6:30pm at the Masonic Lodge on Summit Boulevard. The Candidate Forum is hosted by the Democratic Club of Big Bear Valley. Neil Derry, James Ramos, and Jim Bagley will be featured and all Big Bear Valley residents are invited. All three candidates will share their vision for the valley and written questions will be taken from the audience. The event will be moderated by the League of Women Voters.

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CSD Board Of Directors Meeting Tonight

Big Bear City, CA, April 2, 2012, 8:00am – A Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of the Big Bear City Community Services District has been scheduled for today. At the meeting Shari Strain will be presented with an Employee Service Recognition Award for 5 years of service. Items on the Consent Calendar include the Homeland Security Grant Program and Emergency Management Performance Grant, approval of Paid-Call Firefighter Rules and Regulations Modification, and approval of the Fire Department Battalion Chief Job Description. The Agenda also includes discussion and possible action regarding a Rate Increase. As always, the public is encouraged to attend and participate during the public comment portion of the meeting. Board meetings are held at the CSD offices at 139 East Big Bear Boulevard in Big Bear City.

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San Bernardino DMV Office Closed For Renovations

San Bernardino, CA, March 30, 2012, 3:00pm - The California Department of Motor Vehicles has announced that the San Bernardino office located on North Waterman Avenue closed at noon today for renovations. As a result of the closure, six nearby offices will open an hour earlier each day beginning Monday, April 2 to accommodate local customers. The $2.6 million renovation, which will take 18 months to complete, includes structural reinforcements, larger lobby space for customers, and improved energy efficiencies. Beginning April 2, nearby field offices in East Riverside, Riverside, Norco, Fontana, Rancho Cucamonga, and Redlands will open at 7:00 am.

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State of California Delays Village Renaissance Construction Project

Big Bear Lake, CA, March 29, 2012, 12:00 noon – At what was meant to be the groundbreaking ceremony in the Village this morning to celebrate the new Village Renaissance Construction Project, members who attended were shocked to hear that the project has been delayed by the State.  This project was to be one of the last items funded by the now dismantled Improvement Agency.  As of February 1^st of this year, the State dissolved every Redevelopment/Improvement Agency Statewide.  However, the City Council funded the Village reconstruction project before the dissolution deadline set by the State.  According to Mayor Bill Jahn, the State informed the City of Big Bear Lake two days ago of an intent to challenge the City’s use of Improvement Agency funding and projects.  The City has released a statement explaining that they are optimistic about resolving the situation as soon as possible and that, in contrast to State deliberations have maximized the public process to fully inform citizens, businesses and State officials of their plans and funding priorities.  Additionally, the City says they have thoroughly complied with every request the State has made along the way in regards to the wind down of the Improvement Agency.  The Village Renaissance Construction Project was set to begin construction on April 2^nd and run through the summer to include the complete reconstruction of the Village “L” with new streets, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, pavers, mid-block crossings, lighting, street signs and two outdoor fire pits with seat walls.  Former Chairman of the former Improvement Agency, Councilwoman, Liz Harris, stated that this is a hiccup; it’s not the end.  She instructed the audience to watch for what happens next by visiting the City’s website for a steady stream of information.  She also stated that we need to take the next step in beautifying our town.  Mayor Jahn added that we’re going to move forward with this project, hopefully, this year.  In reaction to the project’s delay, City Manager, Jeff Mathieu said that we do not have a friendly government in Sacramento and that locally controlled and locally governed is our motto.  Community members can visit the City’s website at citybigbearlake.com.

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