People on the Move

Mike Lorenz has been named Ontario’s chief of police. A 22-year veteran of the department who began working as a patrol officer, Lorenz replaces Derek Williams, who is retiring, according to a statement on the city’s website. Lorenz’ appointment was confirmed by a unanimous vote of the city council Tuesday. …

Maggie Demauro, Apple Valley’s finance analyst, has been named the town’s employee of the quarter for the third quarter. Formerly an accounting employee with Boulder Colo. and San Bernardino, Demauro is in charge of the internal controls of Apple Valley’s financial and accounting operations, according to a statement on the …

Moreno Valley city council member Victoria Baca recently accepted an award on behalf of the city from the Southwest Veterans’ Business Resources Center. The “Skin In The Game” award is presented to cities that consistently show support for veteran-owned businesses, according to a statement on the city’s website. “Moreno Valley …

K. Brian Horton has joined American Business Bank as a senior advisor. The former president of California United Bank and 1st Business Bank, Horton will help American Business Bank with strategic issues, work with clients, and develop new clients, according to a statement. “I am so pleased to be associated …

Vickie Lobo of Einstein Realty in Fontana is one of five finalists for REALTOR Magazine’s 2020 Good Neighbor Awards. The awards honor realtors who make a difference in their communities through volunteer work, according to a statement on the California Association of Realtor’s website. Lobo, a cancer survivor, founded Knock Knock …

Dominique Samario has been named Menifee’s first public information officer. Previously the public information officer in Santa Barbara and Goleta, Samario began work Aug. 17, according to a statement on the city’s website  She will oversee Menifee’s communications, governmental relations, and community engagement efforts while serving as the city’s spokesperson …