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Reminder: City of San Diego Water Rates Increase August 1 Rate Approved in 2015 for Water Infrastructure and Reliability Projects The City of San Diego reminds all water customers that rates are increasing 2.16 percent on Aug. 1, 2018, as approved by the City Council in 2015. The funds will be used for water reliability and infrastructure improvements. To ensure customers pay only for what is necessary to provide water to their homes and businesses, the City completes a Cost of Service Study (COSS) every five years. The 2015 COSS considered the need for water pipeline maintenance and replacement, along with continued investment in water quality testing and increases in costs passed on from other water agencies. The City Council then approved estimated increases through 2019. Prior to the implementation of each increase, the City analyzes the estimates to ensure they are still correct. The City Council-approved rate increases are below. This year’s increase is lower than others because of the availability of local water and the lower than estimated rate increase from our wholesaler, reducing the estimated increase to 2.16 percent from the previously approved 5
Jan. 2016.......................9.8% Aug. 2016 .....................7.23% Aug. 2017 .....................6.93% Aug. 2018 .....................2.16%* July 2019 (est) ...............7.0% *Pending a San Diego County Water Authority vote on June 28.
percent. The next COSS will be completed in 2020. For average customers living in single-family homes and using about 1,200 cubic feet of water per month, the 2.16 percent increase will equate to approximately $3.75 more per bi-monthly water bill. Customers who need financial support to pay their water bill can learn more about the City’s Help to Others (H20) assistance program. For conservation tips and information about rebates, reading your water meter and detecting leaks, visitwww.sandiego.gov/water. Unrelated to the increase going into effect Aug. 1, the City’s independent auditor continues to work on an audit of the Public Utilities Department following complaints of high water bills earlier this year. The audit report is expected this summer.
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Ivy Senior Apartments Community Meeting Regarding the Property at 5858 Mt Alifan Dr. Meeting Time & Location: Wednesday, July 18th 6-8pm Madison High School/Performing Arts Center 4833 Doliva Drive San Diego, 92117
community of 52 safe, secure and affordable apartments for our most vulnerable neighbors – seniors who suffer from ongoing health conditions and have been homeless or at risk of homelessness. While development is still in the early stages, once Ivy Senior Apartments is open, residents will
Please join us to learn more about Ivy Senior Apartments, a supportive housing community planned for 5858 Mt. Alifan Dr. in Clairemont that will provide 52 apartments for seniors with ongoing healthcare needs who have been homeless or at risk of homelessness. At this event, you will have the opportunity to: • Meet the nonprofit developers and service providers for Ivy Senior Apartments • Participate in a facilitated Q&A discussion with community members and the development team • Share your input and provide feedback The nonprofits, People Assisting the Homeless (PATH), PATH Ventures and Wakeland Housing and Development Corporation have partnered to create Ivy Senior Apartments, a high-quality, new
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have access to a number of onsite and offsite programs and services that can enhance the seniors’ quality of life and help them live independently. The team behind Ivy Senior Apartments has a proven track record of providing high-quality supportive housing that helps vulnerable people live more stable, independent lives – including Talmadge Gateway, a similar development in mid-City that serves 59 formerly homeless seniors with ongoing health issues. Find out more at www.IvySeniorApartments.com
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From the Publisher By Chris O’Connell
Happy July! The month that proves I am not growing any younger. I never know how each edition will come about every month, sometimes there is a theme sometimes not. This month appears to have a real personal theme. Bill Swank wrote a column which was based off his June 2018 Squaremont piece, an unintentional piece about a local reunion. Swank performed double duty writing about a topic he is very well versed in, baseball and a local championship Clairemont Hilltoppers Little League game. (p8 & 9) Tanya Sawhney this month wrote a very personal and candid piece about her home country of India. (p10) Lou Rodolico in his Commentary piece writes about a near miss collision between his family a speeding ambulance. (p11) Recently celebrity suicides throughout
the world have been in the news. I read a piece by local newsperson LaDona Harvey and was struck with her openness about her condition of anxiety and depression. I communicated with her and asked if she would be willing to have her piece reprinted in this paper, thankfully, she agreed because ultimately her message is if you are suffering you are not alone. (p15) I have said it over and over again, I am eternally grateful for all of the people and business owners who make each edition possible. There is plenty of local information throughout the pages as well, I hope you enjoy this edition. Happy 4th of July & Happy Birthday Mom!!
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San Diego Police Department Seeking Additional RSVP Volunteers We are seeking additional Retired Senior Volunteers to serve the following San Diego communities of La Jolla, Bay Park, UTC, University City, Pacific & Mission Beaches & Clairemont. RSVP duties include patrolling our local
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Clairemont Town Council 7/5/18 (1st Thursday) 6:30pm Clairemont High School 4150 Ute Dr. 92117 Clairemont Community Planning Group 7/17/18 (3rd Tuesday) 6:30pm Alcott Elementary 4680 Hidalgo Ave. 92117 Linda Vista Town Council 7/19/18 (3rd Thursday) 6pm Baha’i Faith Center 6545 Alcala Knolls Dr.92111 Linda Vista Planning Group 7/23/18 (4th Monday) 5:30pm Linda Vista Library 2160 Ulric St. 92111
neighborhoods, while serving as additional eyes & ears for the police department. We assist uniformed officers with directing traffic at accidents & crime scenes, we support disaster preparedness & homeland security efforts, additionally, we look for
stolen vehicles using our computer driven license plate readers, ticket vehicles illegally parked in handicap spaces & red zones. Also: RSVP volunteers visit elderly residents to check on their welfare & safety and perform home checks for residents on vacation. Volunteers must be at least 50 years of age & possess a valid California driver’s license. We offer flexible schedules; a minimum of 3 days per month service are required excluding time out for vacations Don’t wait our next academy begins in a few months; contact SDPD’s RSVP Northern Division Call for additional information and a ride along at 1-858-552-1737 or Email to: sdpdNorthern@pd.sandiego.gov
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New Pastor Announced at Clairemont Christian Fellowship Clairemont Christian Fellowship (CCF) is pleased to announce the appointment of its new pastor, Rev. Dr. Riley McRae, to succeed Rev. James Hill as its pastor, beginning July 1, 2018. Riley will preach his first sermon that Sunday at 10:30 a.m.
Caption Pastor Riley and his wife Trish
at CCF located at 4570 Mount Herbert Ave in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego. Pastor McRae received his appointment from Bishop Hagiya of the California Pacific Conference of the United Methodist Church. Pastor McRae is not new to the community of Clairemont. After graduating from Yale Divinity School, he moved to San Diego and served as Associate Pastor of St. Mark’s United Methodist Church in Clairemont. While overseeing the Christian Education, Youth and Family Ministries, he developed a deep compassion for the challenges facing families, and especially youth, in modern society. Pastor McRae’s next assignment further honed this passion for the well-being of the vulnerable. As chaplain at an in-patient, psychiatric hospital, he oversaw the spiritual care of children and youth who were dealing with depression, abuse, addiction, and other mental health issues. After this assignment came to an end he started work
on his PhD in Psychology at United States International University, later known as Alliant International University. His pre-doctoral intern hours as a counselor took him to Home Start, Inc., a child abuse prevention social-service agency. At Home Start, he found his new vocational calling as he moved from Counseling Intern to Program Manager, and finally, Program Director. Dr. McRae received his PhD in 2002 from Alliant. In 2004, Dr. McRae was asked to join the First Presbyterian Church of San Diego as Church Administrator. He combined his gifts of administration, organizational development, compassion for the poor, therapeutic insight, and spiritual leadership in overseeing the financial management, human resource, and facility maintenance of this historic downtown church and City Tree Christian School. He has volunteered as Boy Scout Leader, Chair of the Kearny High Cluster for San Diego City Schools, Chair of Camping and Retreat Ministries of the United Methodist Church and Youth Mentor. Riley and his wife, Trish, will celebrate their 34th Wedding Anniversary this year. They have one son, Sam, who graduated from Asbury Theological Seminary in 2017. He and his wife Katie are celebrating their one year anniversary. They also have one daughter, Joyce, who completed her first year of medical school at Loma Linda University and will spending her summer in Malawi on a medical mission trip. CCF is a United Methodist Church serving the Clairemont neighborhood and surrounding communities. Please join us as we embark on a renewed spiritual journey with our new pastoral family on Sunday mornings at 10:30 a.m. For more information about CCF, please visit our website at www.clairemontchristianfellowship.org or call our offices at 858-278-2433.
Kearny High Says Goodbye to the Class of 2018 by Laura Farrar
Salutatorian Jennifer Dao graduated with a 4.38 GPA and will attend SDSU Stanley E. Foster School of Engineering, Innovation & Design Valedictorian Joseph Macy graduated with a 4.31 GPA and will attend UC Berkeley Salutatorian Ethan Williams graduated with a 4.3 GPA and will attend Brigham Young University School of College Connections Valedictorian: Elisa Law Salutatorian: Allison Law Classes for the San Diego Unified School District resume on Monday, August 27.
Kearny High’s 2018 commencement took place on Tuesday, June 12 at Golden Hall downtown. Kearny graduated a total of 322 seniors. Some are off to four year universities, some will continue at Mesa College, and some will join a branch of the military. Because Kearny students are able to take Mesa College courses as part of Kearny’s dual enrollment program, almost all seniors graduate with some college credits. Some graduate with up to 40 units, meaning they can start college with sophomore class standing. From each of Kearny’s four small schools, here are the valedictorians and salutatorians: School of Science, Connections & Technology Valedictorian Gemma Samoy graduated with a 4.45 GPA and will attend UC Los Angeles Salutatorian Amy Souphalith graduated with a 4.41 GPA and will attend UC Santa Barbara School of Digital Media and Design Valedictorian Brenda Rozas graduated with a 4.41 GPA and will Kearny High seniors pose with their senior English teacher, Mr. attend UC Davis Chris Sego.
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Notice (abbreviated) of Public Hearing on the North City Pure Water Project You are invited to attend a public hearing on the North City Pure Water Project, a new water supply project the City of San Diego Public Utilities Department (PUD) is implementing that will use proven technology to purify recycled water to augment water supplies in Miramar Reservoir. There are two purposes of the public hearing: (1) to provide you with information about this new source of water that will become part of your public drinking water system starting in 2021, and (2) provide public testimony on the proposed use of Miramar Reservoir, which is to be directly augmented with recycled water, as a source of drinking water supply. Planned Project The North City Pure Water Project will consist of the following components: (1) new Morena Pump Station and Pipelines that will pump additional wastewater to the North City Water Reclamation Plant for treatment and convey contaminants removed during the water purification process to the Point Loma Wastewater Treatment Plant; (2) expansion of the North City Water Reclamation Plant; (3) new North City Pure Water Facility that will purify the recycled water to meet drinking water standards; and (4) new North City Pure Water Pump Station and Pipeline that will convey the purified recycled water to Miramar Reservoir. The purified recycled water stored in Miramar Reservoir will be blended with imported water and treated at the existing Miramar Water Treatment Plant. From there, the water can be delivered to the northern portions of the City of San Diego and to the City of Del Mar. The City of San Diego will construct and operate the North City Pure Water Project, which is
currently in the final stages of design and will produce 30 million gallons of water per day starting in late 2021. Public Hearing The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) will conduct the public hearings. These hearings will begin with a brief presentation about the project, followed by an opportunity for questions and public comments. A court reporter will be available to record public comments submitted verbally, and/or the public may submit written comments at the hearings. To ensure all attendees have an opportunity to participate, public comments will be limited to two minutes per person or at the discretion of the hearing officer. Hearings #1 and #2 Date: August 14, 2018 Location: City of San Diego PUD Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (noon), and 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. 9192 Topaz Way, San Diego, CA 92123 Hearing #3 Date: August 15, 2018 Location: North City Water Reclamation Plant Time: 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. 4949 Eastgate Mall, San Diego, CA 92121 Should you have a question about hearing details, please contact R. Petoscia, Pure Water Administrator, (858) 614-5757. *Editor Note This notice was forwarded to me via email, and modified due to space constraints, from a local resident. To read the full notice visit: https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/drinking_wat er/certlic/drinkingwater/documents/notice.pdf
Local Project Websites If you have ever wondered where to find information on a particular project here is a good starting point. Or of course there is the University of Google (www.google.com) www.sandiego.gov www.balboastationplan.org www.clairemontplan.org www.shiftsandiego.com www.sandag.org/midcoast www.purewatersd.com
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This summer, more than 300,000 meals and snacks will be served to San Diego children at 58 sites throughout the city – all part of the Summer Fun Café, a federally funded feeding program that provides meals to children ages 18 and younger when school is not in session. More than 70,000 children in San Diego Unified School District qualify for free or reduced-price meals during the school year. When school ends for the summer, these children lose access to school meals, often leading to unhealthy eating, fatigue, weight gain and learning loss. This leaves many children unprepared to return to school in the fall. The Summer Fun Café, administered by San Diego Unified Food and Nutrition Services, works to ensure these children
have continued access to nutritious meals. The program provides free meals that meet federal nutrition guidelines to all children 18 years old and younger at sites in areas with significant concentrations of low-income children. This year, San Diego has partnered with the City of San Diego Parks and Recreation, City of San Diego Public Libraries, local San Diego YMCAs, military youth programs and other community centers to open Summer Fun Café sites across the city. Beyond fighting hunger, the Summer Fun Café supports quality programming for young people by boosting attendance at summer enrichment activities and providing the nutrition children need to fuel their day. Most sites run until August 17. A full
list of serving locations, dates and times can be found at www.sandiegounified.org/summermeals. Parents, guardians and children can also find serving sites near them by calling 211 or texting ‘FOOD’ or ‘COMIDA’ to 877-877. “The Summer Fun Café is a vital resource for thousands of families in San Diego,” said Gary Petill, director of food and nutrition at San Diego Unified. “These are kids who just want to focus on being kids and not spend their time worrying about when they’ll be able to eat again.” By providing free, nutritious meals throughout the summer, the Summer Fun Café ensures that every child has access to the food they need to go to school ready to learn. However, only 10 percent of children who were eligible for the summer meals program participated last year. “Our challenge is to make sure every child who needs a meal knows where they can find one, wherever they are in San
SUMMER FUN CAFÉ LOCATIONS
Monday-Friday July 23 - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack: 3:00-4:00 BBQ Event: August 14 ■ Copley-Price YMCA 4300 El Cajon Blvd, 92105 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 11:30-12:30 Snack: 2:30-3:30 BBQ Event: August 7 ■ CPMA Middle School 5050 Conrad Ave 92117 Monday-Friday thru -July 27 Lunch: 11:40-12:00 Breakfast: 7:00-7:20 ■ Crawford High School 4191 Colts Way 92115 Monday-Friday thru -July 27 Lunch: 11:35-11:55 Breakfast: 7:00-7:15 ■ Encanto Park & Rec 6508 Wunderlin Avenue 92114 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack: 3:00-4:00 BBQ Event: July 11 ■ Foster Elementary 6550 51st Street 92120 Monday-Friday July 23-August 17 Lunch: 12:10-12:30 Breakfast: 7:00-7:30 ■ Gateway CYP 2741 Mendonca Dr. 92110 Monday-Friday - thru August 17 Lunch: 11:00-12:00 Snack: 2:00-3:00 BBQ Event: July 26 ■ Golden Hill Park & Rec 2600 Golf Course Drive 92102 Monday-Friday July 23-August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack: 3:00-4:00 BBQ Event: August 17 ■ Jackie Robinson YMCA 151 YMCA Way 92102 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack: 3:00-4:00 BBQ Event: July 30 ■ Kearny Mesa Park & Rec 3170 Armstong Street 92111 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack: 3:00-4:00 BBQ Event: August 3 ■ Kimbrough Elementary 321 Hoitt Street 92101 Monday-Friday July 23-August 17 Lunch: 12:00-12:230 Breakfast: 7:40-7:55 ■ Lincoln High School 4777 Imperial Ave. 92113 Monday-Friday thru -July 27 Lunch: 12:00-12:20 Breakfast: 6:50-7:15 ■ Linda Vista Park & Rec 7064 Levant St 92111 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack: 4:00-5:00 BBQ Event: July 18 ■ Logan Heights CDC 3040 Imperial Ave 92102 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 11:30-12:30 Logan Heights Library 567 So. 28th St. 92113 Monday-Friday July 23 - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 ■ Malcolm X Library 5148 Market St. 92114 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack: 3:00-4:00 BBQ Event: August 3 ■ Memorial Middle School 2850 Logan Ave. 92113
Monday-Friday July 23 - August 17 Lunch: 12:20-12:40 Breakfast: 7:40-8:00 ■ M.L.King Jr Park & Rec 6401 Skyline Drive 92114 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack: 3:00-4:00 BBQ Event: June 27 ■ Millenial Tech Middle 1110 Carolina Lane 92102 6/25-7/13; 7/30-8/10 Monday-Friday thru - July 13; July 30 - August 10 Lunch: 12:30-1:00 Breakfast; 7:30-8:00 ■ Miramar Teen & Youth CYP 2700 Moore Ave. 92126 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Breakfast: 7:00-8:00 BBQ Events: June 21 & August 10 ■ Mira Mesa Park & Rec 8575 New Salem Street 92126 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack: 3:00-4:00 BBQ Event: July 25 ■ Morse High School 6905 Skyline Drive 92114 Monday-Friday thru - July 27 Lunch: 11:45-12:05 Breakfast: 7:00-7:25 ■ Mountain View Park & Rec 641 South Boundary St 92113 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 1:00-2:00 Snack: 4:00-5:00 BBQ Event: July 10 ■ Murphy Canyon CYP 4867 Santo Rd. 92124 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 11:00-12:00 Snack: 3:30-4:30 BBQ Event: August 14 ■ Murphy Canyon Kid’s Connect 3493 Santo Rd. 92124 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 11:00-12:00 Snack: 3:00-4:00 ■ North Clairemont Park & Rec 4421 Bannock Avenue 92117 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack: 3:30-4:30 BBQ Event: July 20 ■ North Park Park & Rec 4044 Idaho St 92104 Monday-Friday July 23 - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack: 3:00-4:00 BBQ Event: August 10 ■ Oak Park Elementary 2606 54th Street 92105 Monday-Friday July 23 - August 17 Lunch: 1:00-1:30 Breakfast: 9:15-9:45 ■ O’Farrell Charter School 6130 Skyline Drive 92114 Monday-Friday thru - August 16 Lunch: 12:30-12:45 Breakfast: 7:30-8:00 ■ Pacific Beach Park & Rec 1405 Diamond Street San 92109 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack: 3:00-4:00 BBQ Event: June 28 ■ Paradise Hills Park & Rec 6610 Potomac St 92139 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack: 3:30-4:30 BBQ Event:
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No cost. Summer meals at no charge for kids & teens ages 18 and younger. No registration. Participation does not require any enrollment or identification. No questions asked. There is no income verification or paperwork of any kind. ■ Adams Park & Rec 3491 Adams Ave. 92116 Monday-Friday thru August 17 Lunch: 12:30-1:30 Snack: 3:00- 4:00 BBQ Event: July 26 ■ Admiral Hartman CYP 4649 Donaldson Dr. 92109 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 11:00-12:00 Snack: 2:00-3:00 ■ Allied Gardens Park & Rec 5155 Greenbrier Avenue 92120 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack: 3:30- 4:00 BBQ Event: August 8 ■ Azalea Park & Rec 2596 Violet Street 92105 Monday-Friday July 23 - August 17 Lunch: 12:30-1:30 Snack: 4:00-5:00 BBQ Event: August 16 ■ Balboa Park/Morley Field 2221 Morley Field Drive 92104 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack: 3:00-4:00 BBQ Event: June 26 ■ Bayview CYP 1876 Sky Harbor Rd. 92139 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack: 3:00-4:00 BBQ Event: August 15 ■ Cadman Park & Rec 4280 Avati Drive 92117 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 11:30-12:30 Snack: 3:00-4:00 BBQ Event: July 6 ■ Central Library Park Blvd. 92101 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack: 3:00-4:00 ■ Chesterton CYP 7427 Linda Vista Rd. 92111 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 11:00-12:00 Snack: 2:00-3:00 ■ Chollas Lake 6350 College Grove Drive 92105 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack: 3:00-4:00 ■ Chollas-Mead Elementary 4525 Market Street 92102 Monday-Friday July 23 - August 17 Lunch: 1:10-1:30 Breakfast: 8:30-8:50 ■ City Heights Park & Rec 4380 Landis St 92105 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack: 3:00-4:00 BBQ Events: July 25 & August 1 ■ Colina Del Sol Park & Rec 5319 Orange Ave 92115
Diego,” said Petill. “We are working with local resources and partner organizations to help inform people where the summer food program sites are located and how children can participate.” Special barbecue events are scheduled at sites throughout the summer to help raise awareness about the Summer Fun Café program. At these special barbecues, parents and guardians accompanying their children are also able to receive a meal at no cost thanks to funding from sponsors, including: Mission Federal Credit Union, San Diego Honda Dealers, General Mills, Aetna Better Health of California and Nunhems USA. Find the schedule for these special events at www.sandiegounified.org/summermeals. The Summer Food Service Program is sponsored by the United States Department of Agriculture, an equal opportunity provider and employer. August 9 ■ Penn Athletic Field 2555 Dusk Dr 92139 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack: 3:00-4:00 BBQ Event: July 13 ■ Serra Mesa Park & Rec 9020 Village Glen Drive 92123 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:00 -1:00 Snack: 3:00-4:00 BBQ Event: August 7 ■ Sherman Heights Community Center 2258 Island Ave. 92102 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 11:00-12:00 Snack: 3:00-4:00 BBQ Event: August 17 ■ Skyline Hills Park & Rec 8285 Skyline Drive 92114 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:00 -1:00 Snack: 3:00-4:00 BBQ Event: June 20 ■ South Clairemont Park & Rec 3605 Clairemont Drive 92117 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack; 3:00-4:00 BBQ Event: June 22 ■ Southcrest Park & Rec 4149 Newton Ave 92113 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 12:30-1:30 Snack: 3:00-4:00 BBQ Event: August 2 ■ Stockton Park & Rec 330 32nd Street 92102 Monday-Friday thru -August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 Snack: 3:30-4:30 BBQ Event: June 27 ■ Taft Middle School 9191 Gramercy Drive 92123 Monday-Friday July 23 - August 17 Lunch: 12:55-1:15 Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 ■ Tierrasanta Park & Rec 11220 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., 92124 Monday-Friday thru August 17 Lunch 12-1 BBQ Event July 19 ■ Twain High School 6402 Linda Vista Road 92111 Monday-Friday thru - July 27 Lunch: 11:35-12:05 Breakfast: 7:30-7:42 ■ Village @ Serra Mesa CYP 84201/2 Krenz St. 92123 Monday-Friday thru - August 17 Lunch: 11:00-12:00 Snack: 3:00-4:00 ■ Waterfront Park 1600 Pacific Highway 92101 Monday-Friday - thru August 17 Lunch: 12:00-1:00 BBQ Event: July 24 ■ Willie Henderson Park & Rec 1035 S. 45th Street 92113 Monday-Friday thru- August 17 Lunch: 12:30-1:30 Snack: 3:30-4:30 BBQ Event: July 31 ■ Zamorano Elementary 2655 Casey Street 92139 Monday-Friday July 23 - August 17 Lunch: 11:55-12:15 Breakfast: 7:15-7:30 Serving dates, times and locations are subject to change. [Call 858-627-7340 to confirm.]
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The Mayor Faulconer Proposed Compromise on Short Term Rentals San Diego City Council Will Consider the Proposal at a Hearing on July 16th With the goal of reaching a solution that allows the home-sharing economy to grow while protecting quality of life in San Diego’s neighborhoods, Mayor Kevin L. Faulconer last month announced a new set of proposed regulations on the short-term residential occupancy (STRO) industry that will be considered by the City Council next month. Mayor Faulconer’s proposal would create the City’s first license-based system to manage short-term rentals; charge cost-recoverable fees to administer licenses and enforce code violations; establish a “Good Neighbor” policy to preserve neighborhood quality of life; hire additional staff to respond to complaints about nuisance properties; and implement a per-night fee that would generate an estimated $3 million annually for affordable housing projects. “This is a balanced approach that establishes clear rules of the road for short term rental hosts and guests while protecting neighborhood quality of life through increased oversight and enforcement,” Mayor Faulconer said. “This is a fair compromise that allows the home-sharing economy and our neighborhoods to co-exist and gives everyone clarity moving forward. I look forward to working with the City Council on passing these proposed regulations.” Balanced Program with Clear Rules Mayor Faulconer’s proposal controls STRO use by requiring an annual license for rentals when the host is not present (known as a “whole home” rental) and allows a host to have guests when they are physically present (known as a “home share” rental) without a license year-round for stays of less than one month. “The heart of the compliance angle lies within the good neighbor requirements provided to each guest for each visit. The policy outlines expectations for behavior during each stay so guests maintain respect for neighbors,” said Bob Vacchi, the City’s Development Services Department Director. A maximum of two licenses can be issued to a host – one for their primary residence and one additional license for a secondary residence. There are no limitations, however, on the number of licenses available to hosts within Mission Beach given the long history of vacation rentals and unique character of the community. Regulations would require a three-night minimum stay for coastal and downtown communities. Units with five or more bedrooms will first be required to obtain a Neighborhood Use Permit from the Development Services Department. All hosts are required to: • Register with or be licensed annually by the City
• Secure a Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) certificate • Pay TOT and the Affordable Housing Impact fees monthly • Obtain a Neighborhood Use Permit for dwellings with five or more bedrooms • Advertise a STRO license number on all advertisements • Comply with “Good Neighbor” policies, including posting local contact information on property • Collect and maintain detailed records on each STRO transaction for a period of three years All platforms are required to: • Provide notice of the STRO and TOT requirements to each host prior to their listing • Collect TOT and Affordable Housing Impact fees at the same time rent is collected • Ensure only licensed or registered hosts are using the booking service on the hosting platform • Collect and maintain detailed records on each STRO transaction for a period of three years Enforcement, Compliance & New Online Tool for Complaints Mayor Faulconer is committed to active enforcement to ensure hosts, guests and online platforms for short-term rentals are in compliance with the proposed regulations. The Mayor’s plan calls for a new team of police and code enforcement officers to work evenings and weekends to address code complaints. The proposal would also create a license and registration system that interfaces with City databases, and the creation of a complaint hotline or mobile application for residents to report violations. “The San Diego Police Department will work hand-in-hand with Code Enforcement Officers to ensure active and proper enforcement of the proposed regulations,” said Assistant Police Chief Albert Guaderrama. “These new rules will allow us to keep nuisance properties in check and improve the quality of life in our neighborhoods.” Enforcement is based on an inter-departmental strategy that includes the Code Enforcement Division, the City Treasurer’s Office, the City Attorney’s Office and the San Diego Police Department (SDPD). The enforcement program will: • Maintain a database of all licensed or registered STRO locations within the City Treasurer’s Office that will provide information to the SDPD. • Issue notices of violations, administrative citations, fines and revocation of licenses. • Create a STRO Code Enforcement, SDPD and City Attorney team for proactive enforcement in the areas with most frequent violations. The team will
work evenings and weekends to target disturbances. • Monitor websites to ensure hosts are paying TOT; violators will be reported to the City Attorney. • Receive complaint calls 24-hours per day, seven days per week; an online portal will be created to report violations. - First notice of violation is considered a “warning” - Second notice of violation may result in citation - Third notice of violation within 12-month period may result in revocation of STRO permit
Supporting Affordable Housing The proposal also includes a new Affordable Housing Impact Fee of $2.76 per rental night, paid for by hosts. Implementation of the fee is expected to generate $3 million per year for the Affordable Housing Fund, which is administered by the San Diego Housing Commission and is used to pay for affordable housing-related projects. The City Council will consider the Mayor’s STRO proposal at a hearing scheduled on Tuesday, July 16, at noon. For more information, visit www.sandiego.gov/STRO.
CT Bike to Work Day Pit Stop Results by Chris O’Connell
Back in May we hosted our 6th Bike to Work Day pit stop and it was a stellar morning! We started setting up about 5 am, at our usual spot at the end of Santa Fe Street, where the road dead ends and joins Rose Canyon Bike/Hike trail, and did not pack up to leave until close to 10am. We went through a lot of fruit about 30lbs of bananas, 10lbs of pears, 15 lbs of apples, 10 pounds of lil cuties, boxes of energy bars, nuts water & coffee. Our final tally numbers were pretty impressive 260 riders that stopped/checked in and 207 riders by. This year again we were joined by some members of the Mid Coast Trolley Construction team and it was nice for the bikers to learn and ask questions about the project slated to open mid- 2021. According to SANDAG there were 100 pit stops set up from San Ysidro to Lakeside to Oceanside and the counts recorded more than 10,950 visits, which broke last year's record of 10,793 visits.
More Bike News Ride the bridge, Bike the Bay! On Sunday, August 26, 2018 cruise around the San Diego Bay and enjoy your only opportunity to ride across the San Diego Coronado Bay Bridge. This non-competitive community bike ride is for riders of all abilities and will take you on a scenic, and primarily flat ride, around the San Diego Bay via the Bayshore Bikeway. Along the way, riders will travel through the surrounding cities of Coronado, Imperial Beach, Chula Vista and National City before finishing back at the start/finish line at Embarcadero Marina Park in downtown San Diego. Not only will the scenic 25-mile route travel through all five of these very diverse communities, but it will also allow riders their only opportunity of the year to ride over the beautiful Coronado Bay Bridge. All riders will return to San Diego for a post-ride festival with food, beverage, beer garden and entertainment. For more information, visit: www.BiketheBay.net
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Calling All Heroes: Local Red Cross Seeks Public’s Nominations for Annual Awards Do you know an “ordinary” person with extraordinary courage? Someone who has saved a life, helped a neighbor in need, or made a difference in their community? If you know a local hero, the American Red Cross of San Diego/Imperial Counties asks you to nominate them for the 16th Annual Real Heroes Breakfast. “Not all heroes wear capes; in fact, we’re surrounded by unsung heroes every day. Perhaps you know a family member, colleague, neighbor or friend who has performed a selfless act of bravery or humanitarian service. We want to recognize ordinary people with extraordinary courage right here in our communities,” said Sean Mahoney, Regional CEO of the American Red Cross of San Diego/Imperial Counties. “We are seeking nominations from the public to locate and honor the many deserving heroes among us.” The annual Red Cross Real Heroes Awards Breakfast honors those making an impact through their brave and compassionate actions, demonstrating a true commitment to creating safer, stronger communities. Since the event’s inception, over 100 heroes have been honored. Watch the inspirational stories of previous honorees at http://www.youtube.com/SDICRedCross.
This year, honorees will be celebrated across nine categories: adult, animal welfare, community leader, community partner, fire and rescue, humanitarian, law enforcement, military and youth. For complete category descriptions, visit redcross.org/sandiego/realheroes. Heroes are nominated by the public and are chosen by an awards selection committee comprised of local community leaders and event sponsors. Honorees are then selected based on the degree to which their actions uphold the values of the Red Cross humanitarian mission, and leave a lasting and positive impact on the residents of the community. This year’s Real Heroes award recipients will be honored at the event on Friday, October 12, 2018, aboard the U.S.S. Midway Museum. How to Nominate a Hero Submit your nomination form by July 31, 2018 via the avenue easiest for you: Submit a nomination online or download the nomination form: redcross.org/sandiego/realheroes Submit a nomination via email: Events.SanDiegoCA@redcross.org Mail: American Red Cross Attn: Real Heroes 3950 Calle Fortunada San Diego, CA 92123
Religious Directory Clairemont Lutheran Church www.clairemontlc.org 4271 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92117 Sunday Worship Times 8:30, 10:00 (English) & 11:30 am (Spanish) Sunday School for kids 9:45am Holy Cross Lutheran Church www.holycrossword.org 3450 Clairemont Drive, San Diego, CA 92117 Church (858) 273-2886 Lifeline Community Fellowship First Saturday at 5:00pm Food/Fellowship Sunday Worship 9:00 am Christian Science Church and Reading Room www.christianscience.com 3410 Clairemont Drive, San Diego, CA 92117 Phone (619) 276-5034 Sunday Worship Service and Sunday School: 10:00am Wednesday Testimony Meetings: Noon Reading Room Hours: M-F 11am-3pm & Sat 11am-1pm
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Squaremont By Bill Swank
Pictured: Bill Swank outside the Buena Vista Garden Apartments on Cowley Way in 1955, with East Clairemont off in the distance.
fun (and frustration) of Little League. Coaches look for kids with control who can get the ball over the plate. The maximum number of pitches a Little Leaguer can throw in a seven inning game is 85 which makes no-hitters unusual. 11 and 12-year-olds can typically throw 50 to 60 mph. The Little League pitching distance is 46 feet. League Information Officer Ken Cicalo estimates Jimmy and Bostyn both throw about 60 mph.
Rays Nip Red Sox, 5-4, In Last Inning of Thrilling Clairemont Hilltoppers Championship Game
www.clairemonttimes.com hits, the young fireballer had a shutout going until the sixth inning when he reached his 85-pitch limit. His younger cousin, Joshue Maravilla, got roughed up for 4 hits and 4 runs in that frame, but made it through the seventh inning without additional damage. Because, Bruff had held off the Rays and had the lead with one out in the seventh, it looked like the Red Sox might pull an upset when he reached his pitch limit. Then the ball took a few bad bounces and the Rays won the championship, 5-4. After the game, Jimmy Maravilla was smiling, but speechless. His younger brother, Julian, spoke up for him. “I’d like to thank my mother. I’d like to thank my father.” Jimmy took over, “I want to thank my teammates, my parents, my coaches. We won!”
girls in the league, but none were in the championship game. Hilltoppers alum Ken Henderson had a successful 16-year career in the big leagues and Mike Winters has been a major league umpire since 1988. After the game, Red Sox coach Justin Pallamary was philosophical. His team ended the year in the cellar with a record of 4-12, but almost won three straight in the playoffs to claim the title. He was proud of his boys. “During the season, I rotate them through all the positions. I want them to learn how to play the game.” He even used a left-handed second baseman, Hudson Gartland. It’s not every day you see a left-handed second sacker field a sharp grounder and throw out the runner at first base. Criticism is frequently leveled at
by Bill Swank
In 1939, the stated purpose of Little League Baseball was to teach “the ideals of sportsmanship, fair play and teamwork” to the boys of Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Little League is supposed to be fun, but when the playoffs and tournaments begin, pressure starts to build. Baseball involves winning and losing. It is important for kids to learn how to lose. They have to become resilient and learn from their mistakes and failure. When they’re down, they have to get back up. This is the 62nd season of the Clairemont Hilltoppers Little League. In the first semi-final game of the 2018 championship series, Rays pitcher Jimmy
Bostyn Pallamary with his pitching wing in a (photo by Bill Swank) cast
Hitting good Little League pitching is pressure. Maravilla and Pallamary can bring the heat. These young aces were scheduled to meet in the championship game on May 30, 2018. A Hollywood matchup, but, in the game of life, scripts can go sideways. Bostyn Pallamary broke his arm while skateboarding. Prior to the championship game, he stated bluntly, “I was mad, because I knew I wouldn’t be able to play. I thought my shoulder was dislocated, but it was broken. Caleb will do fine.” His replacement, Caleb Bruff, was surprisingly relaxed. “I was thinking to go out there and have fun. It didn’t matter if we won or lost as long as we played our hardest and played as a team.” Prior to warming up before the big game, Jimmy Maravilla spoke like a major league veteran. “It’s the championship game and I want my teammates Watching the Clairemont Hilltoppers championship game from the stands (photo by Bill Swank) to be proud.” His Rays scored quickly in the bottom of the first to take a Maravilla threw a no-hitter. The 1-0 lead, but Red Sox hurler Caleb Bruff following day, in the other semi-final pitched courageously until surrendering game, Bostyn Pallamary of the Red Sox, two more runs in the fourth to hold the also spun a no-hitter. score at 3-0. Base on balls (walks) are part of the Although Jimmy Maravilla allowed 3
The winner’s dugout: Joshua, Jimmy and Julian Maravilla, Bill Swank, Rays coach Mike VanCleave (photo by Bill Swank)
Cousin Joshue meekly added, “I thought I lost the game, but we came back.” Joshue even got credit for the win in the scorebook. Their coach, Mike VanCleave, announced the future tournament schedule and strictly admonished his boys, “No scooters. No skateboards. No trampolines.” VanCleave has been with Clairemont Hilltoppers as a player and coach for 50 years. His brother, Les, has been with the league almost as long. Anthony Valentine, also played with the Hilltoppers and became an umpire. He’s been at it for 37 years. There is a feeling of family at Clairemont Hilltoppers Little League. Bill Salons is the league president… a position he’s held for 20 years. His kids and grandkids all played at Clairemont Hilltoppers. They used to have a softball league for the girls, but now the girls play baseball. Ken Cicalo estimates there are fifty It’s never easy to be on the losing team in the championship game (photo by Bill Swank)
obnoxious Little League parents and overbearing coaches. The Little League founders would have been proud of the Hilltoppers kids, fans and coaches. They demonstrated good sportsmanship, fair play and teamwork. Significantly, there was no complaining about the umpires from the stands or the dugouts. The Clairemont community is justifiably proud of the Hilltoppers Little League program. Email:Bill@ClairemontTimes.com To read all the Squaremont columns, visit: http://clairemonttimes.com/category/squaremont/
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“This is Your Life, Beth Navarro” by Bill Swank
likes to look for lizards and hummingbirds in the yard... then she walked back into the When former Clairemont Sentinel house, visited the other rooms and returned reporter Chuck Buck read the to the conversation in the dining room. It’s “Squaremont” story about himself in last a pattern she follows going back to adolescence. Beth, who is now 64, learned how to bowl. She proudly shows her bowling trophies and medals. Life for her is about routines. She understands the importance of regularly brushing her teeth and loves to visit Starbucks with her younger sister, Margaret. Pete takes her to the casinos. He asks Beth, “Did you win a million dollars?” She laughs and says, “Yes.” Pete said that with all the noise and lights at the casinos, “Beth thinks she is always winning when she pushes the buttons.” Even at age 90, Mrs. Navarro still keeps an immaculate home. Her husband, Pedro, Sr., was a retired Navy Chief. Everything had to be spotless. Little American flags are found throughout the house and in the yard. The Navarro family is originally from New Mexico. Pedro, Sr. was a city boy in Las Cruces. Elisa grew up Beth Navarro (right) greets Chuck Buck 53 years after on a farm north of Las Cruces. As a his first visit to her home in 1965 girl, she picked tomatoes, cotton and (photo by Bill Swank) famous Hatch chiles. She is grateful for her schooling and for the month’s Clairemont Times, he asked if a opportunities America gave her family. visit could be arranged with the Navarro family. Chuck was only 23 when he wrote for The Sentinel, but he remembered Beth Navarro, an 11-year-old girl with cerebral palsy, learning to crawl by using a new procedure known as “patterning.” He recalled sharing what he learned from that story with friends when they became parents. “I did it, I’m sure, with gravitas,” he added. It took a minimum of four people - family, friends and volunteers - to coordinate the movement of Beth’s hands and legs with her brain. Repetition was the key. Chuck never forgot the spunky little girl and wondered what happened to her. During the visit, her older brother, Pete, reminisced about Beth after she learned to crawl. “She wore a path in the carpet going back and forth between the trophies living room and down the hall,” he Beth Navarro proudly shows her bowling (photo by Bill Swank) chuckled. After she mastered crawling, she leaned to walk. Most of her siblings were born in Mexico, Mrs. Navarro, Elisa (Licha), explained but learned to read and write English in that once Beth was able to walk, she school. Assimilation and being American wanted to explore. They quickly had to were important values in her family. build a six foot wall so she couldn’t wander New Mexico struck a chord with away. Chuck. During the 1940s, his father Beth frequently got up while we were worked on Ralph Edwards’ popular NBC talking and walked out the back door. She Radio show, “Truth of Consequences.” In
The Clairemont Times • July 2018 • 9 1950, Edwards announced that if a city or town would rename itself as “Truth or Consequences,” he would conduct a broadcast from that venue. Hot Springs, New Mexico, population 4,700, on the banks of the Rio Grande, an hour north of Las Cruces, won the contest. It’s a place where Apache warrior Geronimo soaked in its healing waters. When Chuck was 7, he remembers driving from Los Angeles to New Mexico in the backseat of the family’s 1939 Nash. Appropriately, the Former Clairemont Sentinel reporter Chuck Buck with Beth program aired on April Navarro and her mother, Elisa Navarro Fools’ Day, 1950. The (photo by Bill Swank) reception was so warm that Edwards returned to alongside her trophy case that displayed her “TorC” to do one show a year for the next trophies, showing me her bowling medal fifty years. They still crown the Hatch and talking with her mother and brother Chile Queen in Truth or Consequences. was very much like, “This is Your Life, Ralph Edwards also produced the Emmy Award-winning TV program, “This Beth Navarro.” Pete will have quite a story to tell the is Your Life,” that ran from the 1950s into next time he visits the relatives in Las the 1980s. Cruces. Following the visit, Chuck reflected, “In a sense, having Mrs. Navarro reveal a Email:Bill@ClairemontTimes.com scrapbook of newspaper clippings and To read all the Squaremont columns visit: photos of Beth... seeing Beth stand http://clairemonttimes.com/category/squaremont/
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My India, Incredible India Jana Gana Mana Adhinayak Jai He Bharat Bhagya Vidhata (The National Anthem of India) by Tanya Sawhney
“So far as I am able to judge, nothing has been left undone, either by man or nature, to make India the most extraordinary country that the sun visits on
his rounds. Nothing seems to have been forgotten, nothing overlooked. India is the cradle of the human race, the birthplace of human speech, the mother of history, the grandmother of legend, and the great grandmother of tradition.” - Mark Twain ‘Unity In Diversity’ is a concept that best applies to my home country. The variations of India’s cultural diversity are beaded together in a colorful string of peace and harmony. Always warm and inviting, India is a land of timeless beauty. Nestled between Pakistan, China and Nepal, the country is bordered by Pakistan to the northeast, and China, Nepal, and Bhutan to the north and northwest; and Burma to the east.
Holi Festival - Faces smeared with colored powder on Holi
Culture India is one of the most diverse multi-ethnic country in the world, with some of the most deeply religious societies and cultures. The best way to explore the country’s cultural diversification of India is by being a part of the festivals. Known widely as the Festival of Colour, ‘HOLI’ takes place over two days, and is a celebration of triumph of good over evil. The festival is a carnival of colored powder with people drenching each other and enjoying Holi delicacies.
Indian Food – A home cooked Indian meal
Sawhney Family My parents- Bulbul & Sanjay, brother Karan, and husband Arjun
India Holiday My most recent visit to India was in June 2018. The month long trip was full of tripping over street food of India, while spending time with my family. My parents stay in New Delhi, which is not just a heart of the Nation’s capital, but also the heart and soul of Indian civilization. The city always has a special place in my heart. Being my birthplace, it is not just another city to me, but a place to go and seek solace. Chandigarh is the 2nd city that is close to my heart is where my second set of parents reside. The city is an outstanding example of architecture, planning and landscaping and has been given the title of the greenest city of India. I know my country has flaws, every country has them. I agree that it needs to address gender equality on many fronts. The attitude towards women and rapes needs a complete transformation. Honestly, I don’t see that happening soon, but the movement has started and that makes me proud. At a time when most developing countries opted for authoritarian models of governance to promote nation-building and economic development, India chose to build a multi-party democracy. That democracy may be freewheeling, boisterous, corrupt, and
inefficient. But, despite many stresses and strains over the years – including 22 months of autocratic rule during a “state of emergency” declared by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in 1975 – it has survived, and even flourished. - By Shashi Tharoor, Member of Parliament, India. I would like to applaud the United States of America for excelling so much that it forces other countries to compete on a higher plane. Here are a few misconceptions people have about India 1. Indian’s don’t speak Indian or Hindu - Our official languages are Hindi and English 2. Arrange Marriage- Yes, but not for all 3. Everyone living in India is not a Hindu - We have people of all faiths living in our country 4. Indian Food equals Instant Indigestion - Not at all, there is more variety of Indian food than half the world. Not everything is spicy. 5. Snake Charmers - This is a big misconception that our streets are full of them. I have never seen one and nor will you. 6. Indian toilets are unhygienic Scientifically proven to be healthy! 7. Not all Indians are cow worshippers 8. Poverty picture of India will get you a Pulitzer prize - We have problems like any other nation and are striving to overcome them. India is the world’s 6th largest economy, which is a rapidly growing Don’t judge a book by its cover, explore it. Visit ‘MY INDIA’ for an experience of a lifetime. Tanya Sawhney is a local freelance journalist and can be reached at: mailtanya05@gmail.com
Tuli Family My Chandigarh family- Shalini and Raman, sister Era and husband Arjun
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Collisions at Governor & Genesee Commentary by Louis Rodolico
Collisions are all too common at overburdened intersections like Governor & Genesee. On February 9th at 6:09AM my wife and children were in a near miss collision with an ambulance, which was tailed by two police cruisers. The emergency vehicles were traveling; in the dark, at a high rate of speed without; siren, horn or flashing lights. My wife and another driver had to take evasive action to avoid a collision. They were both making a left turn from Governor West to
Genesee South. The next day I reported the incident to the fire chief Brian Fennessy and his response was the event never occurred, see e-mail string. In my opinion Fennessy’s inability to compose an honest administrative response questions the importance of public safety in San Diego government. To make sense of this discrepancy I began speaking with police investigator Waldheim. The police found the incident but would only divulge it by phone not in writing; incident number 18020013663; call into dispatch 0607 hours, non-breather, code 3, medic 35, engine 27. Since there are thousands of court cases dependent on the integrity of the San Diego Police Department, they are in a much different ethical position then the fire department. After weeks of phone conversations, the police agreed to open an investigation. The day after the investigation was opened Fennessy announced his relocation to Orange County even though Orange County had not yet voted on his hire. So, what can we do to improve this dangerous intersection? I spoke with San Diego’s Ambulance provider, American Medical Response (AMR). When the ambulance was called that morning, its route started from station 35 in UTC. It traveled; south on Genesee; west on 52 then south on Regents to the location of the non-breather in Bay Ho. The ambulance could not take the shorter route down Regents since the bridge was
never built. The ambulance makes up time by traveling at interstate speeds on local roads. Normally ambulances use their sirens, flash and horns, but on this occasion they did not have them on when they entered the Governor intersection on Genesee. I was surprised to learn that ambulances sometimes turn these off because they confuse drivers. The ambulance was relying on the Opticom “traffic signal pre-emption transmitter,” a special remote control used by emergency vehicles to change traffic lights as they approach an intersection. AMR
ambulances are equipped with Opticom mobile infrared transmitters, which send an infrared line of sight signal to receivers at the intersection. There are some problems with these systems according to AMR; sometimes they are not working, or at high speeds an ambulance may out run the ability of the system to clear the intersection in time. If you look at the illustration you can see that trees to the left and the crown of the hill both working against the line of sight necessary for the infrared system to work. Further, any vehicles in front of the ambulance can block the signal; this is a problem that can easily be corrected by having an additional infrared detector about a thousand feet north of Governor, which will also help mitigate the curve in Genesee. Why did Fennessy take the time to write an e-mail that was so untrue? Three years ago, Mayor Faulconer wanted a fire chief who would reject the Regents Road Bridge and found the “Talent” in Fennessy. During the bridge city council hearing, Fennessy and other public safety officials remained silent and left it to citizens to highlight the public safety advantages of building the Regents Road Bridge. I fail to find the talent in ignoring public safety. Lack of good roads is a stressor and is one of the leading causes of death among the first responder rank and file, something the talent does not appear to be concerned with. All this first responder intrigue always seems to track back to San Diego’s mismanaged pension
system. In the 1990’s the city pension funds were heavily leveraged, taking advantage of the high stock market gains. When the market hit a downturn the city’s pension system collapsed. The city made things worse by underfunding the pension system and by 2003 had a billion-dollar pension shortfall. The city attorney and district attorney launched multiple criminal investigations against; a fire captain and president of the firefighter’s union, a latent-fingerprint examiner with the Police Department, a city management analyst and others. The debacle forced many resignations, including Mayor Murphy. The city’s bond rating has been at risk ever since. If the state court rules against Prop B this summer the pension shortfall will quickly escalate to over 3 billion dollars as several thousand pensions will need to be reinstated. The city’s ability to
issue debt to cover large infrastructure projects like the Regents Road Bridge will be further compromised. The Regents Road Bridge lawsuit was designed to re-write CEQA law so expensive projects could be taken off the books without CEQA interference. https://clmttimes.news/ceqaregentsrd Whether the non-breather was saved that dark February morning is confidential. The Regents Road Bridge may have been removed from the plan, but all of the risks remain. By not completing our road systems, we will continue to put ourselves at elevated risk and each year about seven of us will not get emergency services on time, maintaining our non-breather status indefinitely. Louis Rodolico has been a resident of University City since 2001 Links: E-Mail String http://www.louisrodolico.com/uploads/7/5/2/2/ 75221087/e-mail_string.pdf Fennessy Announcement http://www.kpbs.org/news/2018/apr/10/ester-t o-be-appointed-interim-chief/ Opticom System http://www.gtt.com/opticom-emergency-respo nse/opticom-emergency-ir-system/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Traffic_signal_pre emption https://www.quora.com/How-do-ambulances-c ontrol-traffic-lights Regents Road Bridge Hearing, Fire Chief Silent http://granicus.sandiego.gov/MediaPlayer.php? view_id=3&clip_id=6835 louisrodolico.com
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10 Movies from 2018 You May Have Missed Part 1 by Lolo & Big J
It’s that time of year again! We’re past the halfway point of 2018, and there have been a ton of fantastic films that have flown under the radar once more. Today, we wanted to share with you our list of 10 Movies from 2018 You May Have Missed! “American Animals” - Full of fantastic performances, interesting filmmaking choices, and a “so crazy, it’s true” story, “American Animals” is a must-see for lovers of heist films... just don’t go in expecting the same old narrative. “Beast” - “Beast” is a wonderfully suspenseful thriller full of beautiful camerawork and cinematography, excellent acting, and a tense, compelling story. Check this indie out ASAP! “Cargo” - This is a slow-burning horror film that proves zombies are never the scariest thing about a zombie apocalypse. Martin Freeman gives a great lead performance in this exploration of humanity that doesn’t shy away from fights with the undead. This is streaming right now on Netflix. “The Death of Stalin” - Steeped in irony and dark comedy, this movie is a bit chaotic in its madness, but we laughed a lot while watching it. “I Kill Giants” - Infused with believable drama, creative fantasy, and heavy emotion, we found ourselves extremely moved by “I Kill Giants.” Using fantastical giants as a metaphor for deep-seeded trauma, we sympathized with the main character and know all too well how anger, fear, sadness, and depression twist and contort their way into your heart, mind, and soul at the most inopportune times. This didn’t get a theatrical release so check it out on video on demand! “RBG” - 2018 has been an amazing year for documentaries. “RBG” is comprehensive, well-made, inspiring, and moving. It highlights a lifetime of achievements by Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg that shows we can find common ground with one another even though our differences may be vast. “Tully” - If Charlize Theron doesn’t get recognized for her performance in “Tully,” it will be a tremendous injustice.
This is a film that will stick with you long after you’re done watching it. It’s funny, witty, sad, brutally honest, and will make you think and feel things you didn’t know you thought and felt.
together, so heartwarming, so full of love. If you are looking for a movie to inspire hope in what seems like a hopeless time, this is it.
“Upgrade” - Pleasantly surprising and satisfying, “Upgrade” might have a low budget, but it’s impressive to watch, super fun, and really exciting. The acting is great and the special effects are stellar. Though the plot is a bit predictable, we still highly recommend this film.
“You Were Never Really Here” - It may have some thematic aspects that are hard to watch, but “You Were Never Really Here” is a remarkable, haunting, claustrophobic film. Director Lynne Ramsay’s immersive and compelling direction and Joaquin Phoenix’s transfixing performance makes this a must-see.
“Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” - This documentary about Fred Rogers is essential viewing, just make sure you bring copious amounts of tissues. It is so well put
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www.clairemonttimes.com and comfortable. This allows them to host live music events every Friday and Saturday night, rare for a brewery. Thursdays are trivia night, and there is a food truck five days per week, with a rotating menu. In addition to the tasting room, there is a back area, large venue that has hosted weddings, retirements, and baby showers. BNS just added a pool table. There are board games and a shuffleboard table in the tasting room as well. They also have a small batch distillery, but it is technically at a separate address. Like most San Diego breweries, dogs are welcome, but must be leashed. by Brian Riehm Starting on the lighter side of the beer menu, Gunfighter Golden Ale is the most I have been to BNS Brewing a couple popular beer at the tasting room. It has a of times before visiting for this review, nice golden color, a lighter beer with a full mostly in conjunction with trips to East flavor of toasted grain and a mild herbal County or the desert. I was always spiciness that comes from the Czech Saaz impressed with their beers, but never hops. “The Rube” Lager was brewed in sampled a cross section of their lineup. I collaboration with Half Door, reviewed in made the trek to Santee to talk to owner February’s edition of this paper. This is a Gene Chaffin and manager Alex Glenn very drinkable summer lager, like a Bud about BNS Brewing and of course, to on steroids with lots of grainy malt flavor. Flintlock is an American pale ale that I really enjoyed, harkening back to when I enjoyed creamy English style ales like Bass, but with a stronger hop presence. Revolver IPA, which first brought BNS to my attention, has a hint of flowery honey, flavor with excellent piney hops. I enjoy a beer like Revolver where the hop aftertaste lingers. I next sampled Blood Orange Revolver for comparison. The distinctive raspberry and orange flavors really come through in this fruit infused IPA. On the darker side the Alex Glenn, with beertender Meg Ramsey and brewery dog spectrum, award-winning Ole Riley at BNS Brewing. Prospector is a sweet red ale, but not too syrupy and light on the caramelized raisin aroma. It has sample more beer. This is a small brewery above average hopping for a red. I was with an impressive, and more importantly, wary of Pistol Peanut Red Ale, but it was consistent lineup of excellent beer. The a delight. The peanut flavor reminds me Wild West theme is a lot of fun, but of the stadium and mixes perfectly with ultimately, you want to stay for the beer. the beer. Rail Gun Scotch Ale is a great The first thing you need to know is dessert beer, with heavy caramel and mild that this nano-brewery has won some cinnamon notes. Cherry Baltic Porter is in impressive medals. Revolver IPA won a style I can never pass up. The cherries Gold at the 2015 Great American Brew were subtle, offsetting the chocolate flavor Festival. Old Prospector also won gold at and the very roasty coffee notes. I both the GABF the next year and at the finished off with the Gatling Gun World Beer Cup, and Gatling Gun Stout Imperial Stout, which was smooth, rich was a silver medalist at the 2016 GABF. and balanced between coffee and Dan Jensen, referred to as the maestro by chocolate bitterness, another award owner Chaffin, has been head brewer at winner. BNS since 2013. According to Glenn, Drinking beer at BNS Brewing was their goal is to brew a cross-section of worth the trip. This is some of the most beers from light to dark that are “true to consistently excellent beer across many style.” To do so, Jensen uses a reverse osmosis to get the water chemistry correct styles from any brewery. I hope owner Gene Chaffin opens a tasting room in San for the style. However, BNS has stayed Diego to share his wares more widely. away from the hazy and sour styles in vogue elsewhere in San Diego, said Glenn. Brian Riehm is a long-time Clairemont Their beer is available in restaurants, resident and follower of the local craft beer scene. You can keep up with all his beer liquor stores, and occasionally at Costco. reviews by following @BrianRiehm on Twitter The interior has a wild-west, cowboys and reading his blog of East County theme and is pretty roomy (brianssandiego.blogspot.com/)
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It’s Summer! How Are You Going to Use Your Vacation? by Angela Copeland
A good vacation can be one of the most relaxing things you can do for yourself. Whether you prefer the beach, camping, or grilling out in your backyard, downtime is something we all need. Unfortunately, we’re not all getting this much needed time to relax. Can you relate? In the United States, there’s no minimum vacation or holidays that companies are required to provide to workers. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics finds that 77% of employers offer paid vacation time. On average, employers give ten days of vacation after one year of employment. The number of vacation days grows based upon tenure. After twenty years, most employees receive twenty days of vacation. In addition to vacation, many companies offer holidays. It’s interesting to compare our vacation to other places. In France, employees are granted a minimum of five weeks of vacation. In Australia, the minimum is four weeks. In Belgium, the minimum is twenty-four days. In Denmark, the minimum is five weeks. Now, it’s not to say that there aren’t other countries with smaller vacations. In some areas of Canada, the minimum is ten days, for example. But, what are we really doing with our two weeks of vacation? You probably guessed it. In many cases, not much. I recently heard an interesting term, “vacation shaming.” It’s an all too familiar idea where employers place negative feelings and shame around the idea of taking time off.
This vacation shaming causes us to feel uncomfortable requesting time away. Despite receiving two weeks of vacation each year, many Americans are only taking about half of it, according to a survey conducted by Glassdoor.com. Even if we are taking vacation time, many of us are staying plugged in. We answer emails, take phone calls, and sometimes attend meetings remotely. There’s a fear of getting into trouble and losing our job while we’re out. For employees who do choose to take vacation, some companies set rules that limit the options available. For example, a company may have a policy that an employee may not take more than four or five consecutive days in a row. For those with an international destination in mind, this can really limit the options. Being successful at work if often tied to being the best version of yourself that you can be. And, that requires you to take care of yourself. Vacation is a great place to start on this goal. If you’re looking for a new job, do your best to learn about the company’s policy about taking vacation, both official and unofficial. Many online review sites can provide an employee perspective. Then, don’t forget that vacation time is negotiable – just like salary. When you negotiate your offer letter, know that you can ask for additional time off. In the long run, taking time for yourself is more important than any amount of vacation shaming. We all need a break sometimes. Angela Copeland, a career coach and founder of Copeland Coaching, can be reached at copelandcoaching.com.
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The Difference Between a Will and a Trust
Kim Cares Tech Tip:
by Dick McEntyre, Attorney at Law
Am I Infected with a Virus or Malware?
People often question what is the difference between a will and a trust. This is a very good question, since both of these instruments may be used to designate the person(s) who are to receive your estate when you die. The essential difference is that a will does not become effective until the testator (the person who signed the will) dies. A trust, on the other hand, becomes effective upon the trustor’s (the person who created the trust) signing a “trust agreement” or “declaration of trust.” (But be sure that you formally transfer into your trust the titled assets you intended to become a part of your trust. A titled asset is one in which legal ownership is evidenced by a title document such as a deed to real property, or a bank document indicating your ownership of a bank account.) Also, a will (unless it is an all handwritten and signed holographic will) to be valid in California, requires that two witnesses, who watch the testator sign the will, themselves sign the will as such witnesses. A trust needs to be signed by the trustor, and it should be signed before a notary public. The primary reason one passes-on property by means of a trust, instead of by will, is that, when, on death, the estate
passing under a will contains real property and/or other property exceeding a certain value, such estate must be “probated” (be subject to court administration) with its attendant high cost and delay. An estate passing under a trust, however, requires no probate. Here, the successor trustee is to make the dispositions of the trust estate called for by the terms of the trust on his, her, or its own recognizance. Ironically, even when you create a trust as your primary estate planning document, you should still create what is called a “pour over” will. The main purpose of such a will is to direct that, should you have failed to transfer a titled account into your trust, such asset is to pass after your death to your trust to be distributed in accordance with the trust’s terms. (Such a will, however, may still require a probate where such titled asset is real property and/or property exceeding a certain monetary value.) The above statements are generalizations only and are not to be taken as legal advice for the reader’s particular situation. Richard F. McEntyre is a lawyer practicing law in the areas of estate planning and administration, having served the San Diego community as a lawyer for over 40 years. House calls are available. Dick’s office is located at 3156 Sports Arena Boulevard, Suite 102 (Telephone (619) 221-0279), www.richardfmcentyre.com.
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If you read my column, you’re aware I spend a lot of time stressing the topic of “Staying Safe” on the Internet. But this month I have decided to address “some” of the indicators that your computer could be infected by: adware, spyware, browser hijacking, or a virus. Symptoms to be Aware Of….. • Your Computer takes Longer to Boot to the Desktop. • Applications will NOT Load or Frequently STOP Responding. • FREQUENT “System Error Messages.” • Unfamiliar Icons are ADDED to the Desktop. • Generally SLOW System Performance (Especially while Browsing the Internet.) • Browser Windows CLOSE Unexpectedly or STOP Responding. • Your Browser Home Page CHANGES and Cannot be Reset. • Pop-up Windows Display more frequently and/or When the Browser is
NOT Open. (Some Browser examples are: Safari, Edge, Chrome, Firefox etc.) • Unfamiliar Toolbars are ADDED to your Browser. • Your Default Search Engine has CHANGED. (Some Search Engine examples are Yahoo, Google, Bing, AOL, etc.) • Clicking a Web Link does NOTHING or goes to an Unrelated Website. • Web Pages are Automatically Added to your Favorites List. • Email Messages or Social Media Posts are Sent from “Your Account” WITHOUT your knowledge. Now, if you think might you’re infected, it is best to immediately run a Full Scan with your Security Software. If still worried, (not all Security Programs are the same.) it is best to stay off your financial sites and call me, KIM CARES ELECTRONIC HELP or call a local trusted computer professional. Smiles and Safe Searching, Kim Schultz (see Info page 4)
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Hi, My Name is LaDona, and I am NOT Sad You can be happy, successful, rich, have a wonderful family, and still have cancer by LaDona Harvey
So, what in the world makes people think you can be all of the above, and NOT suffer from mental illness? I was diagnosed with anxiety and depression more than 20 years ago. I have a great life, and most people wouldn’t look at me and guess I fight my mental illness with every weapon at my disposal. I have a wonderful job, and coworkers. I work really hard and have earned a certain amount of respect in my field. My family is amazing. They love me, and I love them. I can’t help my broken brain. It simply ... is. I work around it. I live with it. I CAN treat it. I can and do. And sometimes, it wins. When your broken brain takes over, you may get anxious and afraid, you probably become anti-social and feel ... worthless and small. Your broken brain convinces you that you do not deserve happiness and success. You don’t deserve love. You don’t deserve ... anything. And you are just so damned ... tired. My broken brain gets set on repeat, and the things it tells me, you would never say to another person. It’s that bad. It’s a whirlwind of vicious negativity that bombards me with horrible, terrible, no-good things ... and it Will. Not. Stop. I shake. I cry. I huddle under my blanket in the dark and wish it away. I think dark thoughts. For a while. But there is always this tiny light in the back of my brain that tells me it will get better. It ALWAYS gets better. I have sunk into some dank, black pits in my time. And I have come out the other side. It isn’t a pretty journey, but all roads lead ... somewhere. And I am not depressed all the time. Not even most of the time, to be clear. In some of my darkest moments, there’s a small bit of me that knows ... this isn’t real. It isn’t true ... it’s just my brain, messing with me again. And, most of the time, I start the slow climb out within a few days. When things get bad, I have learned to reach out and talk to the people I love. I have learned to force myself out of the “pit of despair,” and into the sunlight for a bit.
I make myself go to the store and do the mundane things that we all have to do to get through our week. I listen to music. I read books. Sometimes I force myself to take a shower or do my nails. Hey, it’s the small stuff. Don’t judge. I am lucky. Some people don’t hear that wee voice in the background saying that this is going to pass. Some people get lured into the rocks by the deadly siren’s-song of their broken brain...and take their final spin around the floor. They believe it won’t end, despite ample evidence to the contrary. Their broken brain convinces them that the only way to end the pain and mental self-immolation is ... the end. It’s so easy to dismiss the self-harm of the rich and famous. “What the Hell do they have to be sad about?” “Oh, probably booze or drugs.” Maybe even, “What an idiot.” They aren’t “sad.” They aren’t stupid. They MAY be self-medicating, like millions of others, and they may not be ... I have no idea. The face of mental illness comes in every color, every gender expression, every socioeconomic stratum. It doesn’t give the slightest bleep about what God you believe in ... or don’t. We can speak openly and honestly about it. We can help each other understand that mental illness can hit anyone, anywhere, anytime, from any station, background, race, religion ... mental illness is an equal-opportunity offender. And the face it is showing may have a genuine smile, sparkling eyes and a mischievous sense of humor. It doesn’t care who the heck you are, what you do, how much money you make, or how funny and charming you are. Join me in the fight against suicide at www.afsp.org and search LaDona Harvey. Thank you! If you are in crisis, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741. LaDona Harvey is the Co-Host of San Diego Morning News on AM600 KOGO weekdays from 5-9am
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Very Easy to Grow Plants of the Month: Scrub Oak & Coast Live Oak by Susan Lewitt
and annual wildflowers such as Poppy sp. and Chinese Houses. Plant scrub oak with Laurel Sumac, Heartleaf Penstemon, White Pitcher Sage, and Tree Poppy. As important wildlife plants, oaks support
Six oaks species occur in Clairemont. Two are very easy to grow. The others are Quercus agrifolia var. agrifolia (Coast Live Oak), a rare coast live oak variety, Q. chrysolepis (Canyon live oak), a slow growing evergreen, Q. dumosa (Nuttall’s Scrub oak) an underutilized, slow grower and Q. Engelmann (Engelman oak) a rare, moderately growing, majestic tree. The easy to grow oaks are Quercus agrifolia (Coast Live Oak) and Quercus berberidifolia (Scrub Oak). The Coast live oak reaches 82’, while the scrub oak gets to 15’ or more. Both are used for bank stabilization, hedges, bird and butterfly gardens, and are deer On the left is the scrub oak that grew tallest, the middle resistant. They generally don’t like is the Coast live oak, and the right is the scrub oak with summer water because of potential larger leaves. (photo by Susan Lewitt) soil pathogens. A few rocks plus a layer of oak leaves are great mulch for birds, mammals, reptiles, and these plants. invertebrates. Oaks host butterflies I planted three oaks in my front strip, including California Sister, Propertius two scrub oaks, three years ago, and one Duskywing, Mournful Duskywing, coast live oak between them, 6 months Golden Hairstreak, and Gold-Hunter’s ago. The scrub oaks both started with tiny Hairstreak. leaves and have grown slowly. One of Oaks provide acorns, which are high in them was trimmed back accidentally. The nutrients such as B vitamins and proteins, coast live oak, which has larger leaves, and low in fats. After preparation and started a growth spurt this winter adding seasoning, acorns can be used as coffee, 50% to its height and the envious scrub flour, or a substitute for other nuts, beans oaks decided to “compete”. One grew and legumes. They can be made into a taller than the new comer and the other bread spread and chopped to mix into enlarged its tiny leaves to be as large as the salad dressing. They can be added to stews Coast Live Oak’s leaves. as a carbohydrate and ground up to add to Planting natives with other natives is mashed potatoes and potato salad. advantageous, and both oaks like Toyon, For more about our oaks, I recommend Woolly Blue curls, Manzanita sp., and “Oaks of California” by Bruce M. Pavlik. Ceanothus sp. Coast live oak does well For more about our wonderful San Diego with Coyote Brush, California Buckwheat, native plants, please attend California Coast Sagebrush, California Coffeeberry, Native Plant Society’s monthly meetings, Snapdragon Penstemon, Fuchsiaflower 3rd Tuesdays (except August) Balboa Park, Gooseberry, California Wildrose, Salvia sp. Casa Del Prado room 101, 6:30 pm.
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Sunday, July 1 • 9:00-12:00 Sunday in the Garden Join Ranger Erika for a fun day on Sunday! Learn about our native plants and help beautify our garden.
Saturday, July 21 • 9:00-11:00 Weed Warriors Clear out some nonnative weeds and give our new plantings a drink! Tools and gloves provided. Wear sturdy shoes and long pants.
Sunday, July 22 • 9:00 – 12:00 Seed Sorting Tecolote Canyon and California Native Plant Society Volunteers will be sorting, cleaning and packaging native seeds. No experience necessary.
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JULY LIBRARY EVENTS NORTH CLAIREMONT BRANCH 4616 CLAIREMONT DR. 92117 (858) 581-9931
Summer Reading Program Our biggest program of the year, began June 1st and runs through August 1. How do you participate? Step 1) Register online at https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library; click on the “night sky” image that has “Reading Takes You Everywhere” text and register (be sure to select North Clairemont as your library). Step 2) Read and earn prizes. Step 3) Attend fun programs. Summer Reading Program is for all ages, babies through adults, so everyone can receive prizes! North Clairemont will be hosting a special children’s program every week on Wednesday at 3 p.m. as part of the program. In July we offer exploring with a Park Ranger Marveling with The Butterfly Effect and observing the World Below the Waves. Summer Finale Party 8/1 with special guest Hullabaloo. Camarada 7/10 6:30pm These musicians take over the main area of the library and the space is transformed into an intimate space to hear some to the best musicians around today. The Book Sale 7/14 Visit with Sparkle 7/14 10:30am Share a story and some fun with our favorite pup. Sparkle, with Love on a Leash and a certified therapy dog, who would love to meet you NC Book Club 7/17 6:30pm Check for copies of “Before We Were Yours” this month’s selection, at the front desk now. The Friends of the North Clairemont Library bimonthly meeting on 7/18 1pm Introduction to Book Repair Workshop: Session Two 7/19 2pm Will provide you with more information and practice in bringing your treasured books back to usable condition. Call or stop by to sign up. Sensory Story Time 7/25 2pm An inclusive story time for children ages 3-8 of all abilities, especially those with special needs, with stories, songs, and rhymes in a small group environment. Please call to register. Teen Graphic Novel Book Club 7/25 5pm Our resident graphic novel expert leads an easy discussion of fun titles. July’s title is available at the front desk now. Call or stop by to sign up. Hint: Graphic novels count toward earning your Summer Reading prizes! Introduction to Zentangle 7/26 1pm Based on the results of a programming survey conducted here in January, we are pleased to offer this program. No artistic talent or skill is necessary and all supplies
are provided. Zentangle is a fun and relaxing art method that you need to learn about. Call or stop by to sign up. CLAIREMONT BRANCH 2920 BURGENER BLVD, 92110 (858) 581-9935
Reading Takes You Everywhere! Summer Reading Program 2018 Summer Reading goes until August 1st. Both kids and adults can read ten books or read for ten hours and win food prizes and museum passes. Clairemont Library will also have special Summer programs held every Tuesday at 4pm Sign up online at: SanDiego.gov/SummerReading. 7/3 4pm Craig Newton A musical trip around the world! 7/10 4pm Living Coast Discovery Center Tide pool animals! 7/17 4pm Georgette Baker Music & Stories from Latin America! 7/24 4pm Drumming with Chazz Ross You can learn the basics of drumming! 7/31 4pm The Big Finale Say good-bye to the Summer Reading Program with face-painting and treats! Adults Literary Book Club 7/11 6pm The Book Club will be discussing, “Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki” by Haruki Murakami. Make Your Own Book! 7/24 6pm Now is your chance to learn simple binding techniques and make a book of your own. Make one for yourself or create a unique gift for someone else! Space is limited so contact the library to reserve your place. Music Concert: Del Mar Trio 7/25 6pm Featuring the music of the Del Mar Trio which includes classical, jazz, tango, ragtime and pop. This free concert is sponsored by the Friends of the Clairemont Library. Acrylic Painting with the Masters 7/28 1pm Join artist and teacher Donna Davis as she shows how to paint in acrylics. All supplies are included and you can take home your art at the end! Space is limited so call to reserve your place! Kids & Teens Thursdays: Game Time 3pm Break out the board games for a little tabletop fun! Thursdays: Kids Craft Club 4pm Craft time has something new every time! Saturdays: Button Making 7/7 & 7/21 10:30am Express yourself by making your own buttons to decorate your backpack or
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“Reading Takes You Everywhere!” And with that said, it’s time for Summer Reading! Everyone, babies through adults, can participate. Read 10 books (11 years and younger) or 10 hours (12 and older)! We have great prizes based on age, but everyone who finishes will receive a SDPL book bag and get to pick out a book! Sign up online through 8/1 @ https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/k idsandteens/summerreading Experience fun and educational performances at Balboa branch every Thursday @ 10! 7/5 Mad Science “Science” 7/12 Magic of Rafael & Kathy “Magic” 7/19 Rusty the Pirate “Interactive Theatre with Music” 7/26 Michael Rayner “Magic/Comedian” Special Events Where’s Waldo? Waldo is at the Library! For the entire month of July, San Diego Public Library (all 36 branches), will have Waldo hidden in the library. Visit the library to pick up a passport and start your search for Waldo. When you find Waldo, a librarian will
stamp your passport and you will also receive a special Where’s Waldo Library Button with a different winning design from each branch. Can you find all 36? Good luck! Living Coast Discover 7/14 1pm Living Coast Discover will present a wonderful educational program featuring live animals. Harry Potter’s Birthday Party 7/31 2pm Come dressed as your favorite character and join in for the crafts, face painting, scavenger hunt. There will be cake of course! Children’s Events Drop in and Play 7/6 10:30 Enjoy playtime with babies and toddlers while getting to know other families in the community. Mondays: Lego Club 4 pm (Pre K-6th). Come and build an amazing Lego creation. Tuesdays: Pajama Signing Storytime 7/10 & 7/24 6pm (B-5y/o) Learn signing while enjoying storytime in your comfy pajamas Wednesdays: Great Read Aloud with Miss Terri 6 pm (K-2) Listen to entertaining stories while practicing listening skills. Fridays: Wee Reads 10:30 on 7/13, 7/20 & 7/27 (B-5 y/o) Enjoy stories, music, and rhymes Saturdays: Kids Krafternoon 1pm (K-4th) Create a fun craft you can take home. Paws to Read 7/10 @ 6pm Practice reading out loud to patient therapy dogs. Children Book Club Will Resume 9/7 3:45 Teen Events 7th - 8th Grade Book Club Will Resume 9/7 3:45 Adult Events Mondays: Healthy and Fit Adults 6/4 & 6/1 11:15 Join us for a relaxing fitness program *Stitching Circle 7/3 & 7/10 1:30pm Bring your knitting, crocheting, and other stitching projects, instruction may be included. *Wednesdays: ESL - Adult Beginning English 12pm-2pm Geared towards newcomers learning English. Balboa Book Club discussion 7/19 11:45 Read “Cutting for Stone” by Abraham Verghese and join us in a book discussion. Copies available for checkout.
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www.sdhumane.org Sebastian, a 1-year-old Shepherd/Chow Chow mix, is a spunky guy looking for a loving home to call his own. Sebastian is a goofy dog looking for a family that will continue his positive reinforcement training. He loves to be active and enjoys going for runs, playing with toys and keeping mentally active as well. He needs a family that will go slow and understand his boundaries. Come meet Sebastian today and see if you are a match! Sebastian’s adoption fee includes his neuter, permanent microchip identification,
current vaccinations, 30 days of worry free insurance from Trupanion Insurance and a certificate for a free veterinary exam! Sebastian is available for adoption at San Diego Humane Society’s San Diego Campus at 5500 Gaines Street. To learn more about making him part of your family, please call (619) 299-7012. ADOPTION HOURS: 7 DAYS A WEEK 10 A.M. TO 6 P.M.
Sustainable Landscaping Guidebook While supplies last the San Diego Water Authority is giving away a 71-page guidebook on how best to upgrade your landscape in an environmentally way. Copies are available at the San Diego County Water Authority in Kearny Mesa at 4677 Overland Ave., San Diego 92123 or visit www.sustainablelandscapessd.org for more information.
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If you or someone you know is looking for a p/t or f/t job we are looking to hire ad sales reps. The ideal candidate is someone who is outgoing and ambitious and looking to supplement their income. The hours are very flexible. Sales experience is preferred. Please feel free to call or email Chris O’Connell at (858) 752-9779 or Chris@ClairemontTimes.com. This is a heavy commission sales position.
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“If you do not report it or call us, in our mind it did not happen” San Diego Police Officer Call 911 to report an emergency Non Emergency 24 hours (619)-531-2000 www.sandiego.gov/police Compiled from info at www.CrimeMapping.com
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