San Bernardino
Longtime San Bernardino City Councilmember Rikke Van Johnson is retiring from his position as councilman for the city’s 6th Ward.
Van Johnson, elected to the council in November 2003, was officially sworn in as a city councilmember for the first time on March 1, 2004. Re-elected twice, the last time in November 2011, his current term will expire in March 2016.
During his tenure, Van Johnson served on various city council committees, including his most recent participation on the Education Bridge Committee. In addition, he remained actively involved as a member of the Inland Valley Development Agency and the San Bernardino International Airport Authority.
Johnson’s demonstrated commitment to the community did not end with his service as councilmember. He is active in his church, works as a member of the Westside Action Group, the California Bail Agents Association and the Broome Family Foundation. Van Johnson is also a member of the Board of Directors of the Newman Leadership Academy.
Johnson is truly invested in the community he served with distinction for so many years. He has lived in the area for more than 50 years, is a graduate of Eisenhower High School in Rialto and is also a graduate of San Bernardino Valley College—what better way to give back to the community that nurtured you than to dedicate yourself to its service.
The community honors Van Johnson for his long time service and congratulations him on his pending retirement.