 FIFTH DISTRICT NEWS
 For information regarding updates on Covid-19 in our county please visit:
https://sbcovid19.com/
Rialto – Carl Johnson Center
214 N. Palm Ave., Rialto
Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
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Arrowhead Medical Center has partnered with the Southland Farmers Market association to bring the ARMC Farmers Market to Colton every Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. |
NEW AYALA PARK GRAND OPENING
LOCATION CHANGE FOR MUNICIPAL ADVISORY COUNCIL MEETINGS
Glen Helen Regional Park has two lakes and year-round fishing. The Park stocks trout from November to April and Catfish from May to September. Catfish season began in May 2022. Glen Helen will receive 575 lbs. per week on Thursdays through September 1, 2022.
Fishing permits could be purchased at the park entrance
- Mon-Wed Daily Permits: $10/person, all ages
- Thurs-Sun Daily Permits: $12/person, all ages
 Happy Fourth of July from our office to you. Wishing you a fun and safe time celebrating our Independence Day with your family and friends.
 Click HERE for a message from Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr. on where in the community you can go out to watch some firework shows!
On June 11th, 2022 Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr. hosted a Street Name Unveiling Ceremony in honor of Rialto Music Pioneers, J.J. FAD.
 Click HERE to watch the live-stream of the ceremony!
On June 19th, 2022 our County celebrated and recognized Juneteenth as a county holiday. We are not free until everyone is. Thank you to the Juneteenth Committee President and Vice President for hosting such a lovely Juneteenth Event at the San Bernardino Valley College on June 18th, 2022.
 The Original Mommie Helen's Bakery is right here in the heart of San Bernardino. They are known for their sweet potato pie and all other types of pies as well! Make sure to check them out.
 Click HERE to watch our Business Spotlight Video of the Month!
  At the 6-22-22 San Bernardino International Airport Authority (SBIAA) Meeting, the Commission ratified a media contract with Wasserman Media for live music entertainment for the July 23, 2022, air service launch event for the community.
The headlining band, SHAED is an alternative music group who will be launching additional tour dates after performing at SBD in July.
Breeze Airways Announces Nonstop Service Between SBD International and SFO, Marking First-Ever Scheduled Passenger Flights for the Airport - San Bernardino International Airport (SBD) (sbdairport.com)
Press Release: March 8, 2022 – San Bernardino, CA – SBD International Airport (SBD) marked a major milestone in its 80-year history today as Breeze Airways’ Director of Legal and Corporate Affairs Eric Fletcher announced daily nonstop service between SBD and San Francisco International Airport (SFO), beginning August 4, 2022, and marking SBD’s first-ever scheduled passenger flights. Fletcher and airport leaders were joined at the public announcement by elected officials, airport staff and business representatives. Fletcher’s announcement included that fares as low as $49 one way are now on sale at www.flybreeze.com and the Breeze app.
 They are at 2 permanent locations Mondays and Wednesdays, and they're open to everyone.
Includes: showers, full bathrooms, laundry, dryers, clothing assistance, and linkage to social services as needed.
Come out this Summer to your Local Libraries where there will be fun for EVERYONE!
 San Bernardino County unveiled a memorial named the “Curtain of Courage” in honor and remembrance of the victims of the December 2, 2015 shooting here in San Bernardino. We will never forget our county workers who’s lives were tragically stolen that day. #SBStrong
 Together with the California Dental Association, the California Employment Department, and Riverside County Office of Education, San Bernardino County Workforce Development Department is offering a Dental Assistant Training boot camp at no cost. Start your journey to a rewarding career!
A traffic signal at Slover Ave and Linden Ave was finally added! This new improvement and signal will improve traffic circulation and safety for our residents. This intersection experiences upwards of 16,000 vehicles per day, so the addition of this signal will really make a difference for the quality of life for our entire community. Thank you to San Bernardino County's Department of Pubic Works for your hard work and dedication to this project and helping us make this happen!
 Great News! The Rialto Metro South Housing Project is currently under construction! We are so excited for this housing project to be completed by Spring of 2023. This housing project is apart of our campaign "Shelter the Fifth," which is our commitment towards housing and sheltering those in our Fifth District. We look forward to seeing this project completed soon.
To watch Supervisor Baca talk about the project click HERE
Creating a healthier and sustainable community one step at a time! These are a few of our most recent updates and changes in our community. To stay informed about our Roadmap to Revitalization Plan please visit, https://www.sbcounty.gov/.../Roadmap-to-Revitalization.pdf
 On June 30th, 2022 we celebrated the Groudbreaking Ceremony for the Chandi Project right here in Bloomington! This project has been in the works for some time now and is going to be home to a convenience store, a Del Taco, and a Jack in the Box restaurant. The project is a long time coming and we are looking forward to creating this right here for those in our community to enjoy.
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These gardens are open to the public and are a fulfilling and inexpensive way to grow organic fruits and vegetables. It's a great place to socialize with other residents who enjoy similar activities. |
50+ CLUB PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES
Get out of the House! Physical Distancing doesn’t need to be boring! Connect with others at our ‘stay safe’ events. Make an appointment today to come out for any of these daily activities.
Good Vibrations Fitness Class Tuesday and Thursdays 10:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m.
BINGO! Tuesdays 12:00 –1:00 p.m.
Loteria Thursdays 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Coffee Chat & Tea Talks Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Crafts & More Wednesdays 10:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m.
Meals Program for Colton Seniors Age 60 & Older
Easy to prepare meals can be picked up by appointment or delivered to your Colton residence with little to no contact. Call Carina Villalpando or Ramon Ramirez at 909-514-4202 or email seniors@coltonca.gov.
In appreciation for your service, San Bernardino County Veterans Affairs is offering a free legal clinic for Veterans.
Call to schedule a virtual one-on-one meeting with an attorney from the Veterans Legal Institute. Clinics are held the third Tuesday of the month with telephone appointments starting at 1 pm.
Free Legal Advice and Counsel, Assistance and Resources in the Areas Of:
- Healthcare
- Consumer Law
- Discharge Upgrades
- Estate Planning
- Bankruptcy
- Expungements
- Immigration
- Landlord- Tenant
- License Renewals
- Other Civil Legal Issues.
 
- Code Enforcement: (909) 884-4056
- Graffiti Reporting: (909) 387-0623
- Encampments/Homeless Concerns: (909) 387-0623
- Sheriff Non-Emergency Dispatch: (909) 387-8313
- Animal Control: (800) 472-5609
- Emergency Rental Assistance: (909) 327-3187
- Vector Control: (800) 442-2283
- Flood and Road Problems (potholes): (909) 387-8063
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