The extensive Caltrans improvement project that involves repaving and widening the road continues along Highway 247. The section between Aberdeen Drive and the wash south of Reche Road will have twenty-four hour flagging operations until June 13 and on into the following week.
Third District County Supervisor Dawn Rowe informed meeting attendees about the San Bernardino County program to support new businesses. Designed to be a one-stop shop learning library, the program is designed to cover a broad range of topics from cash flow to public relations for small businesses.
San Bernardino County Battalion Fire Chief Viloria reported that there is currently a “no burn” order, including bonfires or trash burning. Barbecues and contained fires are permitted for cooking, but stay vigilant. Assistant Fire Chief Villarino said that Fire station 19 used to be a “Paid Call” station manned by volunteers, but this intensive training program no longer exists.
Morongo Basin Sheriff’s Station Sergeant Naylor informed the meeting that the investigation into the death of Lorraine Bird, the woman missing from Twentynine Palms who was found dead by the painted rocks in Johnson Valley, has been taken over by the homicide detail.
He said her car had been found but he could divulge no further details.
