Big Bear Valley, CA, December 13, 2012 - As the temperatures drop during the winter months, local fire agencies want to suggest some safety tips that can help reduce the risk of home heating fires. According to the National Fire Protection Association, nearly half of all home-heating fires occur during the winter months. You can reduce the likelihood of having a home heating … [Read more...] about Home Heating Fire Safety Tips
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
Pedestrian, Bike & Equestrian Master Plan Meeting
Big Bear Lake, CA, December 12, 2012 - The Big Bear Lake City Council and Planning Commission will gather to discuss the Big Bear Valley Pedestrian, Bicycle, and Equestrian Master Plan Wednesday, December 12, 2012 at 11am. The meeting will include outcomes of community involvement, and a discussion of outdoor recreation economic development opportunities. The public is welcome … [Read more...] about Pedestrian, Bike & Equestrian Master Plan Meeting
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
Statewide Sales And Use Tax Rate Increase
Sacramento, CA, December 11, 2012 - The statewide sales and use tax rate is about to go up. The tax will increase one quarter of one percent (0.25%) from 7.25 percent to 7.50 percent on January 1, 2013. Across California, the sales and use tax rate will range from 7.50 percent to 10.00 percent because in some cities and counties, voter-approved district taxes are added to the … [Read more...] about Statewide Sales And Use Tax Rate Increase