The San Bernardino National Forest’s Fire and Aviation Management Chief Mike Dietrich will, after 33 years of government service, be retiring as of April 3. During his time as the forest’s fire chief, Dietrich helped develop the Mountain Area Safety Taskforce, which is now a nationally recognized multi-level government and private partnership since its formation in 2002 as a … [Read more...] about San Bernardino National Forest Fire Chief Mike Dietrich to Retire; District Ranger Kurt Winchester to Be Promoted
Government
Code Enforcement Catches Illegal Dumpers
The San Bernardino County Code Enforcement has enacted a new method to deal with individuals who illegally dump trash. Illegal dumpers are being caught on camera. So far, 100% of illegal dumpers caught and cited have returned to the scene to clean up their mess. In 18 months, the County has been able to identify and cite approximately one-third of the offenders caught on … [Read more...] about Code Enforcement Catches Illegal Dumpers
Planning Commission Meeting on April 1st
The City of Big Bear Lake Planning Commission will conduct their regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, April 1st at 1:15pm at Hofert Hall at the City of Big Bear Lake at 39707 Big Bear Boulevard. Discussion will include modifications to existing standards pertaining to bed and breakfast establishments and commercial lodging facilities within residential zones. Meetings … [Read more...] about Planning Commission Meeting on April 1st
County Wide “Free Dump Day” April 11th
In partnership with Big Bear Disposal, the City of Big Bear Lake will be participating in the County of San Bernardino “Free Dump Day” on Saturday, April 11 from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Clean Bear Site # 1, located at 41970 Garstin Drive. In addition to regular household trash, residents of Big Bear Lake will have the chance to dispose of, free of change, yard waste and … [Read more...] about County Wide “Free Dump Day” April 11th
County Supervisor Neil Derry Selects Journalist George Watson to Replace Jim Erwin as Third District Chief of Staff
Third District County Supervisor Neil Derry has announced that local journalist George Watson will become his new chief of staff, pending appointment by the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors. In a statement released today (March 27), Derry says, “I am very pleased that George has agreed to be the Third District chief of staff. I firmly believe he will be a tremendous … [Read more...] about County Supervisor Neil Derry Selects Journalist George Watson to Replace Jim Erwin as Third District Chief of Staff