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San Manuel Nation and CSU San Bernardino honored with keys to the city
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The city presented ceremonial keys to the San Manuel Nation and to California State University, San Bernardino (accepted on behalf of President Tomas Morales).
San Bernardino presented ceremonial keys to the city to two recipients during the State of the City event: the San Manuel Nation and California State University, San Bernardino.
Assemblymember James Ramos and tribal singers performed a land acknowledgment before the San Manuel Nation accepted the honor. A tribal representative described the relationship between the tribe and the city and reflected on historical ties. "We have so many relationships that we've made over the years," a tribal leader said, accepting the recognition and noting the tribe's ongoing contributions to health care, education, child welfare, parks and public safety.
California State University, San Bernardino's long-serving president Tomas Morales was honored in absentia; Ray Watts, CSUSB vice president for advancement, accepted on his behalf and thanked the city. Watts described Morales's focus on student success and the university's economic contributions, noting recent rankings and the university's role as an anchor institution for the region.
Officials described the key as a ceremonial token that recognizes contributions to the city. No formal privileges or legal authority accompany the award; speakers framed it as symbolic recognition of service and partnership.
