My dearest family,
We are all deeply saddened by the events that occurred this past week. We mourn the loss of our fallen friends and pray for those injured to recover. Some of us witnessed horrific scenes unfold in front of our eyes. This has shaken all of us. Yet, we are grateful for the many lives that were spared. We need to come together and strengthen one another other as we say goodbye to our beloved coworkers and seek to heal wounded hearts.This past week Corwin and I were able to visit many of our injured in various hospitals. We were amazed out how positive and upbeat our colleagues were despite their injuries. We were happy to see many in stable condition and others being released to return home.
Because this has touched us all deeply, please do not hesitate to access the counseling hotline at 909-421-9495 to help in the coping and healing process.
All county offices with the exception of Environmental Health Services will resume full operation on Monday, December 7th. Environmental Health will return on December 14th. In the meantime e-time will be taken care of for EHS employees by payroll and you will be paid as usual.
Security will be increased at public health buildings throughout San Bernardino to provide added peace of mind. In addition all Environmental Health staff from the Rancho and San Bernardino offices will report to 172 3rd St. on the 14th of December. Additional details regarding this relocation will be provided during the coming week.
Some have asked what they can do to help. Several charities have been established so there is an opportunity to donate to the charity of your choice. The County Board of Supervisors and the Arrowhead United Way also established the “San Bernardino United Relief fund” for all those affected by the December 2nd incident.
The FBI is planning to release vehicles and personal items within the coming week. You will be contacted by the FBI with details on when and where this will occur.
We are strong. We will get through this together. Thank you for your courage during these difficult times. Should you have any concerns or needs, please do not hesitate to let us know.
Trudy Raymundo
Corwin Porter
Just a prayer for you.
Lord,
Comfort the workers as they heal, and strengthen them as they rebuild. Bless their work on behalf of your people in San Bernardino County.
Amen
My deepest apologies for your tragic loss and my hope is that God will get you all through it. This may come premature and my intention is sincere, but I want to inquire about the unfortunate job vacancies. Will you be looking to fill those positions in the near future?
Kind regards,
NP
are there any plans to have a memorial at a large enough location to accommodate many people anytime soon? It would be nice for people from other municipalities to come and show their support at an event large enough to send a message to the type of people who did and do such awful things that we will not be beaten by them or anyone like them
Yes the County is working on details.