Thursday, April 30, 2020
HE LOST HIS EYE IN CAJON PASS
For a few days in late 1954, a small hospital in San Bernardino was the center of attention for Hollywood’s elite, as well as for entertainment fans across America.
On Friday, Nov. 19, a rising star named Sammy Davis Jr. was rushed to San Bernardino County Hospital following a horrific car accident near the intersection of Cajon Boulevard (old Route 66) and Kendall ... See More
On Friday, Nov. 19, a rising star named Sammy Davis Jr. was rushed to San Bernardino County Hospital following a horrific car accident near the intersection of Cajon Boulevard (old Route 66) and Kendall ... See More
Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Ren's did you know ?.
"Baby cages" were window-mounted playpens that were once used for apartments to ensure babies get fresh air, 1937.
Monday, April 27, 2020
Sunday, April 26, 2020
Saturday, April 25, 2020
Pomona's COVID-19 Action Committee
A few weeks ago, I formed a Mayor’s initiative called the Pomona COVID-19 Action Committee. This initiative is to allow us to respond to the most immediate needs of our community and to create a plan for once the crisis has passed. It is made up of community leaders from non-profits, public government agencies, city staff, faith-based leadership, and the private sector, as well as two of our City Councilmembers, Nora Garcia and Victor Preciado.
The initiative is made up of five sub-committees. The Basic Needs Committee focuses on providing food and shelter, as well as determining how to get information about resources to those who are more difficult to reach. The Business and Economic Development Needs Committee looks at jobs and small businesses, in order to determine how to help them and make them stronger as we move forward. The Fundraising Committee raises money and makes sure that it gets to the people in the community who need it. The Health and Wellness Committee responds to the hospital and their needs, as well as the mental health needs of our residents. The Educational Needs Committee focuses on delivery of K-12 education for the remainder of the school year as well as planning for next year. All of these committees are focused on the well-being of Pomona residents and businesses.
In addition, the City of Pomona COVID-19 Information Hotline has been set up to allow everyone to find the resources that they need; the hotline can be reached at (909) 620-2311. This initiative is about people coming together to collaborate and cooperate to make our community stronger. It is my belief that the best way for us to move forward is to plan and to organize, and that is what the people of this city are striving to do.
Tim Sandoval
Mayor
City of Pomona
Pomona Police Department
As a reminder, our annual shred-a-thon event has been postponed. We know this is an event our community looks forward to and we’re hoping to reschedule it for a later date. Check back for updates.
Friday, April 24, 2020
Judah Olive Thu, 4/23
Tune into Spectrum News Ch. 1 on Thu, 4/23 at approximately 8:50 a.m. to see your #pomonapoetlaureate David Judah Oliver! #nationalpoetrymonth #pomonapoetrymovement — in Pomona, California.
Thursday, April 23, 2020
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
Learning Links
Dear Pomona Public Library Supporter,
Today the Pomona Public Library Foundation launched the Learning Links website. There you will find links to educational resources for adults and children and, fun and educational original materiel. Check back often. We will add new links and material as it comes in. Also check the related PPLF Book Club Facebook page. For additional information see our news release. Happy library week and thanks you for your continued support.
Duane
Open Every Day 10am - 6pm
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MYSTERY OF THE 6 P's
MYSTERY OF THE 6 P's, the logo for The City of Pomona.
(this is the continuation of a conversation from a group that our senior administrator, Elaine Griffin, participated in)
The politically correct answer is that those 6 P's represent the 6 council districts for the city. Which has accomplished nothing but to keep the city divided.
But there is a deeper symbolism to those 6 P's................ and the originators knew what they were doing. Further entrenching Pomona in a culture that is close to 100 years old.
Take your pick, but someone definitely had an agenda for The City of Pomona......
1. Pomona Red Hearts
2. Pomona Red Dragons
3. Pomona Sharkies
4. Pomona Cherryville*
5. Pomona Vikings
6. Pomona Lancers
*off-shoot of Sharkies
THE ORIGINAL 6....
http://youtu.be/dOC2L1VdBlc
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Elaine did a little test in a couple of FB groups to find out if some of the younger Pomonans know about the symbol, the logo of Pomona, the 6 P's, that they so proudly wear and tatoo on themselves. As suspected most of them have no idea about the history and culture of Pomona or what the 6 P's actually represent. Heck many of the adults between 30 and 49 didn't even know, although many hinted at it.
If we want to effectively represent The City of Pomona, we first have to know it's history. If we do not know our history, how are we going to ensure the validity of a safe future? If we do not know our history aren't we doomed to repeat past mistakes?
(this is the continuation of a conversation from a group that our senior administrator, Elaine Griffin, participated in)
The politically correct answer is that those 6 P's represent the 6 council districts for the city. Which has accomplished nothing but to keep the city divided.
But there is a deeper symbolism to those 6 P's................ and the originators knew what they were doing. Further entrenching Pomona in a culture that is close to 100 years old.
Take your pick, but someone definitely had an agenda for The City of Pomona......
1. Pomona Red Hearts
2. Pomona Red Dragons
3. Pomona Sharkies
4. Pomona Cherryville*
5. Pomona Vikings
6. Pomona Lancers
*off-shoot of Sharkies
THE ORIGINAL 6....
http://youtu.be/dOC2L1VdBlc
=======
Elaine did a little test in a couple of FB groups to find out if some of the younger Pomonans know about the symbol, the logo of Pomona, the 6 P's, that they so proudly wear and tatoo on themselves. As suspected most of them have no idea about the history and culture of Pomona or what the 6 P's actually represent. Heck many of the adults between 30 and 49 didn't even know, although many hinted at it.
If we want to effectively represent The City of Pomona, we first have to know it's history. If we do not know our history, how are we going to ensure the validity of a safe future? If we do not know our history aren't we doomed to repeat past mistakes?
The Center Street Garden
Thank you Center Street Garden, made my day seeing all these great looking flowers, and the colors, Wow!.
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Monday, April 20, 2020
Sunday, April 19, 2020
Saturday, April 18, 2020
Friday, April 17, 2020
Tumble Books
Tumble Books and Accelerated Reader - PUSD Parents - This video will show you how to access the app called Tumble Books so that students can read books electronically for free!! http://ow.ly/ZoiO50zg4pX
Thursday, April 16, 2020
Mayor's Statement On COVID-19
Mayor’s Statement on COVID-19
First, on behalf of myself and the entire City Council, we would like to thank healthcare workers, city staff, first responders, and others who are working hard to keep us safe. The Pomona City Council and I understand the strain and uncertainty that the COVID-19 Pandemic and the associated social distancing restrictions have caused on everyone’s daily lives. However, it is paramount that we all virtually unite as a community and follow the dictates of public health and government officials – The lives of our most vulnerable populations are literally at stake. Now is not a time for cavalier behavior, as selfish individual decisions will only exacerbate the long-term negative impacts of this Pandemic on society as we know it. The emergency orders being issued across the Country are MANDATORY and in the interest of public health – they should not be taken lightly!