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Evening of Support for Our Heroes Perhaps one of the greatest casualties our veterans face is the feeling of being forgotten. The County of San Bernardino and the VA Medical Center want local veterans to know they are not forgotten and that we truly appreciate the sacrifices they have endured. San Bernardino County Department of Veterans Affairs and Behavioral Health, in partnership with the Loma Linda VA Healthcare System, are hosting a series of informational workshops for veterans in communities around the County. Chairman Paul Biane would like to invite our veterans and their families to attend an Evening of Support for Our Heroes from 5 to 8 p.m. on Dec. 10 at the Jessie Turner Health and Fitness Center located at 15556 Summit Ave., Fontana CA 92336. Click here for more information.

Troop Support 2008 This holiday season, San Bernardino County Veterans Affairs, with the support of the Board of Supervisors, will be helping our troops have a happier holiday season with a Troop Support collection drive. This year, we are collecting toys and gifts for the troops’ families here at home, and AT&T prepaid phone cards to be sent overseas. Being deployed in Iraq or Afghanistan is stressful enough for our troops, and being away from their loved ones during the holidays is even harder. To help ease the troops’ minds and to relieve some of the stress of families trying to make it through the holidays while their loved ones are abroad, we are collecting toys and gifts for children of all ages, and gift cards from department, grocery and toy stores. These donations will be distributed to our military families here at home, with thanks from a grateful community. We are also collecting AT&T prepaid phone cards to be sent overseas, so our troops can phone home during this special time. Deployed troops have access to “calling centers” where they can use phone cards to call home. AT&T phone cards are the most reliable, offer the most minutes for the money, and can be purchased from the military supplier, AAFES, at a reduced rate. If you would like to make a donation of a phone card, please check out the AAFES website for the best available rates. Click here for a list of donation collection sites. Check out the photos from last year’s Troop Support effort.

Neighborhood Stabilization Program On Nov. 18th, the County Board of Supervisors conducted a public hearing and approved the proposed Substantial Amendment to the 2008-09 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Action Plan for the County’s 2005-10 Consolidated Plan as it pertains to the Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) under the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. Click HERE to review the NSP Substantial Amendment. More information is available by calling (909) 388-0803 or via e-mail at tramirez@cdh.sbcounty.gov.

Please Vote! The United States Presidential Election of 2008 is scheduled for November 4th, 2008. It is the 56th consecutive quadrennial United States presidential election to select a President and Vice President. San Bernardino County will be posting election results for this county after the Polls Officially Close. Please view the Registrar of Voters site for posting times of the election results and other information related to this election. To go directly to results click here.

2008-09 County Final Budget The 2008-09 San Bernardino County Final Budget, which was adopted on June 24, 2008, stands as a fiscally sound spending plan. This document meets the County's budget objectives and addresses the major policy issues that face the County. As the County enters a new year and looks forward to the challenges that lie ahead in future years, it will continue to strive to efficiently and effectively meet the needs and priorities of San Bernardino County citizens.  Annual Report & 2008-09 Business Plan 2007-08 County Budget in Brief Booklet

Did you miss Chairman Biane's Home Forelosure Prevention Seminar? Thank you for your interest in my Home Foreclosure Prevention Seminar. On Oct. 18, we served more than 700 homeowners who were either in foreclosure or fearful they were on that path. Many residents I spoke with said that San Bernardino County's combined efforts with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development helped them save their home from foreclosure. Read more

Vote No for Flu. Get Your Flu Shot Today! Don't let the flu slow you down this year! Flu shots can protect you and your family through spring 2009! Visit one of the Desert and/or East/West Valley clinic locations, or call 1-800-722-4794 for your nearest clinic. Click here for more information.

Green County San Bernardino The Board of Supervisors has adopted a series of measures to help residents, businesses, and the county itself reduce greenhouse gas emissions, reduce waste, and make better use of natural resources.

Property Tax Bill Redesign After 35 years, a new San Bernardino County property tax statement designed by stakeholders to improve taxpayers' understanding of their bills and encourage use of electronic payment options is unveiled. Click here to read the entire press release.

Earthquake Preparedness Earthquakes are a fact of life in San Bernardino County. The County reminds you to take proactive steps to prepare yourself and your family. Click here to find out how to prepare for an earthquake and participate in preparing your community.