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Mary Kopaskie has been named Riverside’s city planner. Kopaskie, who has more than 30 years experience in land use and environmental planning in the public and private sector, is scheduled to begin July 27, according to a statement on the city’s website. She will oversee the city’s planning division and …

Sastry J. Pantula has been named dean of Cal State San Bernardino’s College of Natural Sciences. A recognized expert in statistical sciences, Pantula has worked in higher education for more than 25 years and is currently a professor of statistics at Oregon State University, according to a statement. Pantula was …

Citizens Business Bank Arena has a new general manager. Adam Millar began overseeing day-to-day operations at the Ontario facility earlier this month, according to a statement. Millar has worked at the Los Memorial Coliseum, Sports Arena [since torn down] the Forum in Inglewood, the Greek Theatre and Staples Center. Most …

Suzanne Pfeiffer is Omnitrans’ new human resources director. Pfeiffer, who has worked in human resources for more than 30 years in the public and private sector, replaces Marjorie Ewing, who retired recently, according to a statement. Most recently, Pfeiffer was chief human resources director at C-TRAN, the public transit agency …

Don Kindred of Corona has been named the 60th Assembly District’s Veteran of the Year. Kindred served in the Navy aboard the USS Haleakala during the Vietnam War, according a statement. He received the award during the 11th Annual Veterans Recognition Luncheon, which was held recently at the state capitol …

Nancy Negrette has been promoted to vice president of corporate affairs by Stater Bros. Markets. Negrette, currently the president and chairman of Stater Bros. Charities, will report to Pete Van Helden, Stater Bros.’  chief executive officer, according to a statement. “Nancy is a well-respected and valuable member of our management …