Construction signs are appearing at the west end of the valley, as Caltrans prepares to start the $39 million project to rebuild a new bridge over the Bear Valley Dam. Lane closures with flagging will start today and continue through Wednesday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., so prepare for delays of up to 20 minutes. The first order of business will be to place concrete barriers … [Read more...] about Motorists, Allow Extra Commute Time Over Dam
“Snow Day” for Big Bear Schools Today – 2/9/09
Special Notice: The Bear Valley Unified School District has declared today Feburary 9, 2009 a "Snow Day". Schools in Big Bear will be closed today due to the current snow and road conditions. … [Read more...] about “Snow Day” for Big Bear Schools Today – 2/9/09
Capitol Hill Hears Inland Empire Recovery Plan
With the federal stimulus package still in flux, members of the newly formed Inland Empire Economic Recovery Corporation visited policy makers in Washington last week. San Bernardino County Second District Supervisor Paul Biane proposed the creation of IEERC and now chairs its Board of Directors. The agency will buy foreclosure properties in the Inland Empire with a mix of … [Read more...] about Capitol Hill Hears Inland Empire Recovery Plan
Big Bear On Track For Snowfall Average
Six to twelve inches of snow fell over the weekend, with several more expected on Monday. To put things in perspective, the seasonal average for the area is 70 inches, and Big Bear has received 60 inches so far this season. … [Read more...] about Big Bear On Track For Snowfall Average
County Supervisor Ovitt Issues Statement on Unfunded Mandates
Given the financial state of the state, San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors Chairman Gary Ovitt is in opposition to any attempt by the State of California to impose unfunded mandates. In a statement issued by Chairman Ovitt, he says: “In these uncertain financial times when all scenarios are being reviewed regarding our current budget situation, it is important to keep … [Read more...] about County Supervisor Ovitt Issues Statement on Unfunded Mandates