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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMayor and City Council Report 11-16-22City Manager Report toThe Mayor and City Council November 16, 2022 City Manager Report toThe Mayor and City Council November 16, 2022 New Additions to City StaffNew Additions to City Staff Asusena “Suzie” Soren Director of Human Resources Asusena “Suzie” Soren Director of Human Resources With nearly 20 years of experience in human resources and employee relations, Asusena Soren, or Suzie as she prefers to be called, comes to San Bernardino after spending the past fourteen years in the Human Resources Department of San Bernardino County, most recently serving as Chief Learning Officer. Prior to the County, Suzie worked as the Labor Relations Coordinator for Stater Bros. With nearly 20 years of experience in human resources and employee relations, Asusena Soren, or Suzie as she prefers to be called, comes to San Bernardino after spending the past fourteen years in the Human Resources Department of San Bernardino County, most recently serving as Chief Learning Officer. Prior to the County, Suzie worked as the Labor Relations Coordinator for Stater Bros. New Additions to City StaffNew Additions to City Staff Ashley Esquivel Homeless Services Coordinator Ashley Esquivel Homeless Services Coordinator Trina Perez Housing Division Sr. Management Analyst Ashley comes from the City of Upland, where she served in a similar role for the Upland Police Department. Ashley is directly responsible for developing and administering the City’s homeless policies and programs. Trina comes to the City after 20 years of service with the County of San Bernardino, most recently in the Community Development and Housing Department, overseeing their affordable housing asset portfolio. Trina Perez Housing Division Sr. Management Analyst Ashley comes from the City of Upland, where she served in a similar role for the Upland Police Department. Ashley is directly responsible for developing and administering the City’s homeless policies and programs. Trina comes to the City after 20 years of service with the County of San Bernardino, most recently in the Community Development and Housing Department, overseeing their affordable housing asset portfolio. The City held a Veterans Day Celebration on November 11 at Court Street Square. Special recognition was given to three local veterans: Corporal Donald Green of the U.S. Marine Corps, CSM Charles Jolicoeur of the U.S. Army, and SP Steven Bielak of the U.S. Army. Banners recognizing our San Bernardino veterans were posted throughout the Downtown area. The City held a Veterans Day Celebration on November 11 at Court Street Square. Special recognition was given to three local veterans: Corporal Donald Green of the U.S. Marine Corps, CSM Charles Jolicoeur of the U.S. Army, and SP Steven Bielak of the U.S. Army. Banners recognizing our San Bernardino veterans were posted throughout the Downtown area. San Bernardino Honors Its Veterans San Bernardino Honors Its Veterans Blair Park Fitness Court Ribbon CuttingBlair Park Fitness Court Ribbon Cutting On Wednesday, November 9, the City cut the ribbon to celebrate the new Blair Park Fitness Court. The court was built in partnership with the National Fitness Campaign with additional funding from San Manuel. It is decorated with a San Bernardino themed art by local artist Darren Villegas. On Wednesday, November 9, the City cut the ribbon to celebrate the new Blair Park Fitness Court. The court was built in partnership with the National Fitness Campaign with additional funding from San Manuel. It is decorated with a San Bernardino themed art by local artist Darren Villegas. This Summit will bring together local, state and national leaders to discuss regional solutions to issues such as housing, entrepreneurship, innovation, and education. The event will include the unveiling This Summit will bring together local, state and national leaders to discuss regional solutions to issues such as housing, entrepreneurship, innovation, and education. The event will include the unveiling White House Summit Set for Tomorrow at CSUSBWhite House Summit Set for Tomorrow at CSUSB of the San Bernardino Investment Playbook, a collaborative effort by the Aspen Institute, CSUSB, and the City. The Playbook, authored by Bruce Katz and Jessica Lee, was funded by the James Irvine Foundation, and is intended to connect the region with numerous types of economic development opportunities. of the San Bernardino Investment Playbook, a collaborative effort by the Aspen Institute, CSUSB, and the City. The Playbook, authored by Bruce Katz and Jessica Lee, was funded by the James Irvine Foundation, and is intended to connect the region with numerous types of economic development opportunities. Note: U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona will be the keynote speakerNote: U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona will be the keynote speaker Street Improvements Continue on Sierra Way Work continues to improve a 27-block stretch of Sierra Way between 3rd Street and 30th Street. Encompassing two-and one-half miles of roadway and three Council Wards (1, 2 and 7), the project includes pavement replacement and rehabilitation, the installation of ADA accessible ramps, and construction of new sidewalks to connect existing gaps. The project is expected to be completed in March 2023. Street Improvements Continue on Sierra Way Work continues to improve a 27-block stretch of Sierra Way between 3rd Street and 30th Street. Encompassing two-and one-half miles of roadway and three Council Wards (1, 2 and 7), the project includes pavement replacement and rehabilitation, the installation of ADA accessible ramps, and construction of new sidewalks to connect existing gaps. The project is expected to be completed in March 2023. BeforeBefore AfterAfter The Urban Forestry team cleared an area with significant overgrown brush and plants near Oxford Street. This area had a high volume of weeds, tree overgrowth, wild plants, and soil erosion, making the sight lines difficult. The street is once again safe for motorists and bicyclists. The Urban Forestry team cleared an area with significant overgrown brush and plants near Oxford Street. This area had a high volume of weeds, tree overgrowth, wild plants, and soil erosion, making the sight lines difficult. The street is once again safe for motorists and bicyclists. Oxford Street Clean UpOxford Street Clean Up Notable Upcoming EventsNotable Upcoming Events Recognizing San Bernardino’s First Female African-American Officer On November 22 at 6:00 pm, the San Bernardino Police Historical Society will be unveiling the newest addition to the Police Department Museum, recognizing retired police officer Sherri Adams, who was the first African- American female San Bernardino Police Officer. Free Thanksgiving Dinner at Senior Centers On Wednesday, November 23, a free Thanksgiving Dinner for Seniors will be held at the Perris Hill Senior Center at 3:00 pm and a “to go” Thanksgiving Dinner will be available at the Fifth Street Senior Center at 2:00 pm. Pre-registration is required at Seniors@sbcity.org or by visiting one of the senior centers. Recognizing San Bernardino’s First Female African-American Officer On November 22 at 6:00 pm, the San Bernardino Police Historical Society will be unveiling the newest addition to the Police Department Museum, recognizing retired police officer Sherri Adams, who was the first African- American female San Bernardino Police Officer. Free Thanksgiving Dinner at Senior Centers On Wednesday, November 23, a free Thanksgiving Dinner for Seniors will be held at the Perris Hill Senior Center at 3:00 pm and a “to go” Thanksgiving Dinner will be available at the Fifth Street Senior Center at 2:00 pm. Pre-registration is required at Seniors@sbcity.org or by visiting one of the senior centers. Celebrate the Holidays In San BernardinoCelebrate the Holidays In San Bernardino This Tree Lighting Ceremony marks the first of a December full of holiday celebrations. Events will include ice skating and Santa’s Village through December 20 at Court Street; the Ho Ho Parade from December 5-8; Ugly Sweater and Ornament decorating at Rowe Library; Cookie decorating at Inghram Library; and Noche de Estrellas on December 3 at the Norton Science Academy. Follow the City on Nextdoor.com or Facebook for more information about these and other holiday events. This Tree Lighting Ceremony marks the first of a December full of holiday celebrations. Events will include ice skating and Santa’s Village through December 20 at Court Street; the Ho Ho Parade from December 5-8; Ugly Sweater and Ornament decorating at Rowe Library; Cookie decorating at Inghram Library; and Noche de Estrellas on December 3 at the Norton Science Academy. Follow the City on Nextdoor.com or Facebook for more information about these and other holiday events.