Big Bear Lake, CA, January 14, 2013 - Americans get free access to 98 percent of national forests and grasslands, and about two-thirds of developed recreation sites. That leaves approximately 6,000 sites nationwide that require fees, which are used to provide visitor services and facilities maintenance. On four days this year, however, those fees will be waived. The first day … [Read more...] about Free access expands in the great outdoors
Government
Ramos Adds Three Key Staff Members To Team
San Bernardino, CA, December 20, 2012 - Since taking the Oath of Office on December 3rd, Third District Supervisor James Ramos has put together a team of staff members who can best serve his district which encompasses the Morongo Basin, Big Bear, Barstow, and parts of the Inland Empire. The Board of Supervisors has approved Deputy Chief of Staff Chris Carrillo, Legislative … [Read more...] about Ramos Adds Three Key Staff Members To Team
Big Bear Superior Court To Close
Big Bear Lake, CA, December 12, 2012 – The Big Bear Superior Court is going to close in May. The scheduled court closure is the result of cost reductions that are expected to eliminate an operating budget shortfall. The Big Bear Superior Court will no longer be open three days a month effective May 6, 2013. In addition, the Needles and Barstow courts will close. Three judges … [Read more...] about Big Bear Superior Court To Close
City Council reorganized for the upcoming year
At Monday night’s Council meeting, City Council reorganized for the upcoming year as follows. The council selected Jay Obernolte for the position of Mayor. David Caretto was elected as Mayor Pro Tem. Rick Herrick was selected as Chair of the Successor Agency and Bill Jahn as Vice-Chair. Bill Jahn was selected to service as Chairman of the Fire Protection District Board and … [Read more...] about City Council reorganized for the upcoming year
San Bernardino County Supervisors Take Oath
San Bernardino, CA, December 4, 2012 - Supervisors Josie Gonzales, Robert A. Lovingood and James C. Ramos began new four-year terms on the Board of Supervisors following Oath of Office ceremonies at the County Government Center yesterday. Supervisor Gonzales, who currently serves as Board of Supervisors Chair, will continue to represent the Fifth District. Supervisor Lovingood … [Read more...] about San Bernardino County Supervisors Take Oath