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Olamendis Celebrate 40 Years Local restaurateurs honor their past, keep an eye toward the future E Y E O N D P/ PAG E 5

Members of the Olamendi family (L to R) Jorge Sr., Oscar, Esmeralda and Maria, are celebrating their restaurant’s 40th anniversary with the debut of the new Olamendi’s Ultra Premium Silver Organic Tequila. Photo by Andrea Swayne

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NRC SONGS Public Meeting Draws Large Vocal Crowd

CUSD and City Council Election Coverage Continues

School District Considers Addition of New Magnet School

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CITY AND BUSINESS CALENDAR SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19

Lantern Village Association Mixer 4 p.m.-6 p.m. The Lantern Village Association is hosting a meet and greet for Lantern Village area residents. Mingle with city officials and other members of the community while enjoying free food courtesy of El Patio restaurant. Dana Point Community House, 24642 San Juan Avenue. For more information, email mhfrost@yahoo.com.

City Council Meeting 6 p.m. City Council meetings are held on the first and third Tuesdays of the month at City Hall Council Chambers, 33282, Golden Lantern, 949.248.3501, www. danapoint.org

Coffee Chat Candidate Forum 8 a.m. Dana Point Civic Association presents Coffee Chat on the third Friday of each month at Coffee Importers, 34531 Golden Lantern in the harbor. The public is welcome. Guest speakers and discussion topics include issues of interest to Dana Point residents. This week’s Chat begins a half-hour earlier than usual and will be a candidate forum for Dana Point City Council candidates. Free coffee will be served. For more info, call Jim Miller at 949.395.7774.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17 Arts & Culture Commission Meeting 6 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers, 33282 Golden Lantern. For info, contact Monique Leon at 949.248.3557 or mleon@danapoint.org.

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…the NRC SONGS Meeting?

THE LATEST: A vocal crowd of about 1,000 people attended a Nuclear Regulatory Commission-run public meeting Tuesday at the Pacific Ballroom at the St. Regis Monarch Beach hotel in Dana Point, to discuss safety, regulation and the possible re-start of Unit 2 at the currently offline San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station.

Attendees were addressed by a panel of industry and governmental professionals as well as local advocates on both sides of the debate on whether to re-start the plant.

Questions were taken from the audience, though many were shouted down by those with opposing viewpoints.

The meeting followed news last week that plant owner Southern California Edison had responded to the NRC’s action letter addressing the failures of Unit 3 and wear experienced in Unit 2. Edison also submitted a re-start plan for Unit 2, which it plans to operate at 70 percent capacity for five months, followed by further inspections.

Elmo Collins, administrator for NRC Region IV, which oversees plant operation, indicated that a review of the action letter and re-start plan is beginning and no timeline is in place for its conclusion.

WHAT’S NEXT: There will be another public meeting to continue discussion of the re-start plan, but a date has yet to be set, Collins said.

Collins also said requests for an adjudicated evidentiary hearing from panel and audience members were heard loud and clear. By policy, the NRC does not have a hearing requirement in place. A decision on if and when such a hearing will happen is up to the five-member NRC board.

FIND OUT MORE: See www.nrc.gov.

—Andrea Swayne and Jim Shilander Dana Point Times October 12–18, 2012

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…Sewage Spill in Harbor?

THE LATEST: A quarter-mile area of Dana Point Harbor, including Baby Beach and docks A, B and C in the West Basin, were closed to swimming and other water sports Tuesday due to a sewage spill, Orange County Health Care Agency officials said.

According to agency spokeswoman Nicole Stanfield, the 1,000-gallon spill was caused by a root blockage in the South Coast Water District collection system.

(A total of 1,200 gallons of sewage was spilled, but 200 gallons were contained before entering the water.)

The Water District fixed the problem Tuesday but the area must remain closed until water quality tests in the area meet state standards for two consecutive days, Stanfield said.

WHAT’S NEXT: The earliest possible reopening of the area, under these guidelines, would be Thursday afternoon.

According to Orange County Health Care Agency program manager Larry Honeybourne, the results of tests taken Wednesday were not available as of press time.

FIND OUT MORE: Ocean recreation water quality updates are posted at www. danapointtimes.com. The most up to date information can be found on the county health care agency website at www.ocbeachinfo.com/danapoint/harbor. —AS

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…Oxford Preparatory Academy?

THE LATEST: A capacity crowd turned out for the October 8 attended Capistrano Unified School District Board of Trustees meeting, most to listen to and participate

in an open discussion concerning a request by Oxford Preparatory Academy—a district charter school—for K-12 expansion.

The meeting allowed eight speakers to take the podium to speak to non-agenda items, more than the usual amount. Talk of OPA expansion dominated the discussion.

Because the issue was not on the official agenda, board members were not allowed to voice their questions or concerns.

Parents who spoke were evenly split for those in favor of expansion to the high school level and those who were against it.

OPA, currently located in Mission Viejo has not filed an official proposal with the district, according to Superintendent Joseph Farley.

“This is very preliminary, we have not been contacted (by OPA)…we don’t know what they’re proposing or what their needs are or their desires are,” Board of Trustees spokesman Marcus Walton said.

WHAT’S NEXT: OPA is expected to formally submit their expansion proposal, though no official timeline is in place for that submission.

FIND OUT MORE: Stay tuned for updates — Steve Breazeale

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…the Golden Hub Award?

THE LATEST: Last month the City of Dana Point received the inaugural Golden Hub of Innovation Award from the Association of California Cities-Orange County.

The award celebrates creative, innovative and efficient programs California cities employ to provide exceptional service to citizens.

Dana Point Police Services was recognized for two programs—the nationallyrecognized “Hide It, Lock It, or Lose It” theft prevention program and the work of Youth Intervention Specialist Mike DarPage 3

nold at Dana Hills High with at-risk youth.

WHAT’S NEXT: “We will continue to constantly pursue methods and innovations to save time, lower crime rates and save taxpayer money,” said Chief of Police Lt. Lynn Koehmstedt. “The support of the city to go forward and partner with professionals and local businesses is what make such programs successful…we are very appreciative.”

FIND OUT MORE: See www.danapointtimes.com and www.danapoint.org. —AS

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...a Proposed Magnet School?

THE LATEST: The CUSD Board of Trustees were presented with ideas concerning the development of a science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) magnet school at the October 8 board meeting.

President Gary Pritchard, along with Assistant Superintendent of Education Services Julie Hatchel, outlined the concept for a school that will base its curriculum around project based learning.

“I’m very hopeful that bubbling in answers on standardized tests will become a thing of the past in public education,” Pritchard said.

Some of the conceptual ideas of the school’s framework proposed by Hatchel to the board include: A K-8 model, multiage classrooms (where students stay with one teacher for two years) and a yearround, single track model (where students are in school all year).

WHAT’S NEXT: The district will continue working on the framework of the school with its target open date of September, 2013.

FIND OUT MORE: See www.capousd.org for more information. —SB www.danapointtimes.com

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Olamendis Celebrate 40 Years Local restaurateurs honor their past, with an eye toward the future

By Andrea Swayne Dana Point Times

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umping along in a pock-marked and dented Cadillac pelted by stones and loose gravel on narrow roads to who knows where. Being chased by angry dogs. Sleeping in the car. Accidentally happening upon ancient cave paintings.

Getting stuck in a river in a remote locale deep inside Mexico…

Adventures like these sound like they might have been pulled from the memoirs of an Indiana Jones-like archaeologist/ treasure hunter in search of gold. In truth, these tales belong to a family of local restaurateurs in search of silver.

As 2012 comes to a close, Olamendi’s Mexican Restaurant will celebrate its 40th anniversary by going back to basics with their original restaurant concept while taking steps toward the future by adding their own brand of a new spirit—Olamendi’s Ultra Premium Silver Organic Tequila.

Although restaurant founders Jorge Sr. and Maria Olamendi have amassed four decades worth of memories since opening their first location in San Clemente in 1973 then moving to their current Dana Point-Capistrano Beach location in 1976, the couple regard the last 15 years as some of the most memorable.

The past decade and a half was filled with memories made while realizing Jorge Sr.’s dream of producing his own brand of tequila.

“The experiences we had in search of a source for our Silver tequila were far out,” said a chuckling Jorge Sr. “We had so many great adventures exploring Mexico.

I even had to learn how to ride a horse.

Quickly.”

Jorge Sr. went on to tell a story of being in the saddle for the first time when the horse suddenly took off.

“I had no idea what I was supposed to do. I just held on for dear life and managed to stay on,” he said, adding that the family’s search held many more exciting and inspiring times. “In the end, we found what we were looking for and now, just in time for our 40th anniversary, we are proud to bring our high quality spirit to our local customers, the U.S. and the world.”

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The restaurant dubbed “original Olamendi’s” has been operating at the same Dana Point-Capistrano Beach location since 1976. The Olamendis first opened in San Clemente in1973, but quickly outgrew the small building and re-located to the current location. Photo by Jim Shilander

mendi’s Tequila idea, he was careful to set the same high standards for the product as he and Maria had set for their food since the beginning and vowed to let the process take as long as necessary.

The couple’s now grown five children, Raquel, Jorge Jr., Gloria, Oscar and Esmeralda spent their childhoods growing up in their parents’ restaurant business.

They too, took part in the travel and adventure of their parents as the family spent years visiting agave plantations, manufacturing facilities and cantinas in the Mexican states of Guanajuato, Michoacán and Jalisco.

“We looked and looked until we found an organic farm. When I tasted their product, I knew I found what I was looking for,” Jorge Sr. said. “The tequila made from their agave was smooth. It didn’t need lime or salt or anything to chase it.”

Maria agreed, saying that she is not usually a fan of the burning sensation many tequilas deliver to the mouth and throat.

“It was like a different sensation,” she said. “It felt nice and warm and the purity was very obvious to me.”

The Olamendis entered a partnership with a manufacturer in Jalisco to produce their own brand made with the organic agave and began testing many batches of recipes created through trial and error before finding the one they have since put their name on.

“Nothing but the best for our friends,” said Jorge Sr. And with that, Olamendi’s Tequila became the newest addition to the family’s line of gourmet foods and beverages they started in 2008.

While day-to-day operations in the restaurant are now handled mainly by Esmeralda and Oscar and the gourmet food line is led by Jorge Jr., Maria and Jorge Sr. still work in the restaurant every day.

“I have to open the door every morning and check that everything in the kitchen is OK every day too,” said Jorge Sr. “Don’t let him fool you, ‘checking’ is code for taste testing,” joked Oscar. “It’s true though. I have never in my 28 years ever seen him take a day off. Even in our travels he is constantly working—looking for decorations, furniture and inspiration for our product line.”

The family regards their product line-which includes salsas, chips, organic coffee, beer and wine—as a large and important part of the future of their company, but they also acknowledge that with regard to the family restaurant, a “back to basics” strategy was needed to successfully lead the business into the next 40 years.

By 2009 the Olamendis were operating three restaurants in Dana Point—the location dubbed “original Olamendi’s” on Coast Highway, a more gourmet version of the restaurant in Monarch Beach and a

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taco shop near Doheny Beach.

In the past year, the family closed all but the original.

As the launch of the tequila neared, the family said they realized a need, not only to come up with extra funding to push it forward but also to redirect their attention to the mainstay of what has kept their business thriving for so long—the original Olamendi’s location and their devoted following of loyal customers.

“We realized we really are content with our longtime clientele here at the one and only original Olamendi’s restaurant. We love our customers like family, so the decision to close the other two restaurants just made more sense to us,” Oscar said.

(The two other Olamendi’s restaurants in the area, operated by extended family, remain in business.)

So rather than expanding by operating multiple locations and trying to replicate more locations elsewhere, they made a decision as a business and a family to concentrate on the original location and developing new products for their line.

Esmeralda called the plan “the best of both worlds” since it meant the family would be able to share a taste of their culture nationally and beyond while still devoting the attention that our local customers deserve.

“From our family to yours, we are happy to share the fruits of our labor. Salud!”

Esmeralda said, toasting her parents and the business they built together.

Maria says she reflects fondly on the family’s 40 successful years and is excited by what the future holds.

“I am proud to be a part of this community and to feel the love returned from the community to our family has been a special joy and a great accomplishment,” she said.

Jorge Sr. agreed that the many friends he’s made over the years and the opportunities those relationships have provided have been the highlights of his life.

“Our journey began in San Clemente where we met wonderful people. We found the same when we opened the Capistrano Beach restaurant in Dana Point. It’s incredible how it has developed and how many people we have met along the way,” said Jorge Sr. We have served presidents, celebrities and made many friends. We are proud to be a part of this community. It gave us a chance, is giving us the chance, to do many things like visit the White House and travel the world, because of the people we’ve met in our place. I also really want to thank my family, because without them all that we have accomplished in the past 40 years would not have been possible.

God bless America.”

Olamendi’s Tequila is now available at the restaurant and the brand will officially launch in stores by Thanksgiving.

The original Olamendi’s is located at 34664 Coast Highway in the Capistrano Beach neighborhood of Dana Point and can be reached by phone at 949.661.1005. DP www.danapointtimes.com

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Dana Point Police Services www.HideitLockitOrLoseit.com COMP I LE D BY K EVIN DA H LGRE N All information below is obtained from the Orange County Sheriff’s Department website. The calls represent what was told to the deputy in the field by the radio dispatcher. The true nature of an incident often differs from what is initially reported. No assumption of criminal guilt or affiliation should be drawn from the content of the information provided. An arrest doesn’t represent guilt. The items below are just a sampling of the entries listed on the OCSD Web site.

Sunday, October 7 DEFRAUDING AN INNKEEPER Violet Lantern, 33800 Block (12:27 a.m.)

A taxi driver called police after two males failed to pay a fare before leaving the vehicle and entering an apartment building.

Saturday, October 6 SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Doheny Park Road, 34000 Block (11:23 p.m.) A man called police on behalf of his friend, who told him she was attacked by an unknown male in the parking lot of Smart & Final. The female, who worked at the store, told her friend that the assailant attempted to steal her purse after she left the store. No description of the would-be thief was available at the time of the call.

BATTERY Park Lantern, 25100 Block (10:31 p.m.)

An employee of the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa called police after finding a woman crying in the hotel lobby.

The woman told the employee that her boyfriend had assaulted her following an argument. The woman had bruising on her face and thought her jaw may have been broken. After a search of the hotel property, police were able to locate the boyfriend, who was taken into custody and later released from jail after posting bail.

DRUNK DRIVING Stonehill Drive, 24400 Block (12:15 p.m.)

A man called police after he saw his roommate stumbling around the apartment before driving away in his silver Infinity.

The caller had not seen his roommate drinking, but told deputies the man had a history of alcoholism and appeared to be heavily intoxicated.

VEHICLE CODE VIOLATION Malaga Drive, 34000 Block (8:41 a.m.)

City Traffic Enforcement called police after finding a white Honda Civic with eight unpaid citations on record. The unpaid citations were found during a license plate Dana Point Times October 12–18, 2012

check before issuing a separate citation for parking violations. The vehicle was towed to Orange County Sherriff’s’ Impound Lot.

Friday, October 5 DRUNK IN PUBLIC Pacific Coast Highway/Del Obispo Street (8:07 p.m.) An elderly man was seen stumbling in a parking lot. The caller stated the man appeared to be heavily intoxicated.

Deputies located the man after a patrol check of the area. Orange County Fire Authority transported the man to the hospital to be treated for alcohol poisoning.

TRESPASSING Camino El Molino, 34400 Block (5:13 p.m.) A resident called police after seeing several unknown people enter a residence that had been red-tagged. The caller believed the group was living in the house illegally.

CITIZEN ASSIST Manta Court, 33900 Block (4:41 p.m.)

A man called police to report his 12-yearold son was being disrespectful and failed to listen to the “house rules.” The man wanted officers to assist him in controlling his son.

FOUND PROPERTY Dana Point Harbor Drive, 24800 Block (3:55 p.m.) Police were called after a passerby spotted a yellow backpack left unattended. Police were able to determine the backpack belonged to a local transient.

Nothing suspicious could be seen, so deputies left the backpack where it was found.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Pacific Coast Highway/Golden Lantern (12:12 p.m.) A man in his 50s was seen urinating in the bushes by Ralphs supermarket. The man was described as heavy set, approximately 5-feet, 10-inches tall, wearing a white T-shirt and riding a bicycle.

Thursday, October 4 TRAFFIC ACCIDENT-NON INJURY Robles Drive, 33800 Block (7:35 p.m.)

A resident called police after witnessing a man in a silver truck hit a fence before leaving the vehicle and entering a residence. The man appeared to be intoxicated while leaving the accident scene. The residence had a porch light on and several people were standing outside. Deputies located the driver and took him into custody for drunk driving and leaving the scene of an accident.

DISTURBANCE Los Cabos, 0 Block (8:48 a.m.) Police received a call from a woman reporting being harassed by her boyfriend. The woman was uncooperative and refused to provide the dispatcher with any more information because, “it always ends up in the blotter,” she said.

Dana Point Volunteers of the Month for September 2012: Richard and Rachel Alonzo

By Monique Leon, Administrative Secretary, Community Services and Parks

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he Dana Point Volunteers of the Month for September are Rachel and Richard Alonzo with the Dana Point Relay for Life.

Richard and Rachel have been residents of Dana Point for 17 years. They have three children and two grandchildren, Jacob and Reyna, whom they love spending time with. This November they will celebrate their 27 year wedding anniversary. Rachel enjoys decorating cakes and cupcakes and has an amazing talent for it.

She also creates crafts and sells them to support her monthly blog, Rachel’s Gift.

Richard assists her at all of her events.

She likes to call him her “heavy lifter.”

In 2001, Rachel was diagnosed with kidney cancer. Her handling of her diagnosis inspired a friend to walk in a local Relay for Life in Rachel’s honor. Once Rachel was healthy enough, her friend’s actions inspired her to become involved with the Relay for Life in 2004. From that point forward, Rachel and Richard have remained committed to the cause, becoming members of the founding committee to bring Relay for Life to Dana Point. Since its inception, Richard has served as chairman of the committee for two years and Rachel had served as the Survivor Chair for four years.

The Dana Point Relay for Life is what Rachel calls a “cozy” event which has “warmth” to it that can be hard to find at other relays. It is a 24-hour walk, with themed laps, which raises money for cancer research. Two of Rachel’s favorite relay traditions include the Care Bear lap and Victory Beads. The Care Bear lap is walked while participants hold a new stuffed animal they wish to donate to CHOC hospital. Victory Beads are given to relay participants, one for every year since their diagnosis. Rachel strongly believes in the inspiration that these beads give.

Over the past six years the Dana Point Relay for Life has raised $200,000. Richard and Rachel’s team, the KC Crew, has raised $25,000 for cancer research.

Rachel is inspired to remain deeply involved in the relay because she has been “cancer free for so long and others aren’t,” she said.

Richard is inspired by the journey he and Rachel have gone through as well as the loss of several co-workers to the disease. He believes that “education is the heart” of the Dana Point event and believes passionately in advocacy for early detection.

When not planning the annual Dana Point relay, they are actively working

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Mayor Lara Anderson (right) presents Richard and Rachel Alonzo with an award and certificate of recognition for being chosen Dana Point Volunteers of the Month for September. The announcement was made at the September 18 City Council meeting.

Photo by Andrea Swayne

with the American Cancer Society and other relays. Both have been speakers at the American Cancer Society University, which trains other committees in how to organize relay events. Rachel is also involved with Heroes of Hope as a speaker who attends other relays to inspire others with her survivor story.

Richard and Rachel also stay very busy donating their time to other causes. In 2001 Rachel began her monthly blog Rachel’s Gift, where she shares her recovery story. Rachel’s Gift has expanded to over 150 members throughout seven states.

It includes tips on healthy living and personal stories of dealing with cancer.

Richard—a Marine who served in Hawaii with the 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines from 1980 to 1984—also volunteers with the Dana Point Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9934. He donates his time to the VFW in remembrance of the 200 soldiers killed in a bomb blast in Lebanon in October of 1983. Richard had been in the same building just a few weeks prior to the blast.

The very successful 7th Annual Dana Point Relay for Life was held on October 6 at Lantern Bay Park and hosted a record number of teams.

On behalf of Mayor Anderson and the City Council, the City of Dana Point would like to thank Rachel and Richard for all the time they have donated in service to the community and congratulate them on being selected Volunteers of the Month for September 2012. DP www.danapointtimes.com

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City Council Candidates Weigh In on Pending Projects Candidates discuss their level of support for unfinished revitalization plans and ideas for moving forward

By Andrea Swayne Dana Point Times

s our ongoing coverage of upcoming local elections continues, the four candidates seeking election to two open City Council seats have answered a series of questions posed by the Dana Point Times.

This week, we present their answers, in random order, to Question No. 2 as follows: There exists much unfinished business in Dana Point, largely due to the persisting economic downturn. If in favor of pending projects—such as plans to revitalize Town Center, Doheny Village, the Harbor and others—what will you do to urge these items forward? If not in favor of these projects, why?

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what is needed to make that date.

I would have monthly or quarterly “percent completion” updates to that goal. This may be for design, funding, incentives for new businesses, or infrastructure changes.

If we have already made a decision, what’s the problem?

I am also in the minority regarding proposed traffic flow changes. I do not want to short change current businesses or impede new businesses on our empty lots. We made PCH and Del Prado two oneway streets on purpose.

I feel more supportive of the Doheny Village plan—originally called Doheny Park and initially laid out in 1887 as San Juan by-the-Sea. That is where our tri-city community began. We started the public input with a grant. Has this taken us away from the Town Center plan? Is the city spending time and money for feel-good projects without actually starting any of them?

Again I will defer to current councilmembers, but I do support the facelift of our community without the need to raise taxes or issue bonds.

I will urge the council to consider a plan that creates a public/private partnership with a pay as you go forward mentality to assist in moving revitalization plans forward.

We need to make certain that these plans are locally controlled and feedback from the residents and the stakeholders is encouraged.

The City Council needs to provide the leadership necessary to make this work by creating a climate whereby residents and the business community can share in the ultimate success these projects will bring to the City of Dana Point.

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needed the most.

As is the case with most major improvement projects, financing is the key. The best way to access the financing needed to move these projects forward is by continuing to bolster our city’s already outstanding financial health, chiefly by continuing to do the things necessary to support our tourism industry.

City beautification, emphasis on the arts and culture and strong support of the Tourism Business Improvement District sponsored by the city’s four largest resort hotels are all essential factors. Stepping up these efforts will help provide the city with the revenue needed to shoulder critical planning and project infrastructure costs without taxing residents.

Moreover, a stunning coastal city with a sturdy local economy can serve as a powerful magnet for the private investment capital needed to realize these projects when the overall economic picture finally starts to improve.

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I was on the charter Planning Commission that began Town Center Revitalization plans. After 20 years, no infrastructure changes have occurred. I would have to defer to current City Council members, at least three of them, to answer why we have seen little progress.

One candidate is using 16 years in dealing with Town Center and another 12 years as a positive qualification.

For me, I would seek a commitment from staff to a date certain to be shovel ready as well as a thorough accounting of

The plans to revitalize Town Center, Doheny Village and others such as the Harbor revitalization project should proceed at a cautious pace. The persisting economic downturn has hindered the city’s ability to move forward.

I strongly support implementation of the Town Center, Doheny Village and Harbor revitalization projects.

As a city council member I initiated the Doheny Village Specific Plan and currently serve on its steering committee.

That effort has the real potential to transform a very challenged section of our town into one of its crown jewels without sacrificing the area’s basic character and identity.

As a planning commissioner, I worked long and hard on the Town Center Specific Plan and the Harbor revitalization projects.

These projects, individually and collectively, stand to significantly increase the quality of life our residents enjoy as well as help our local businesses when that help is

We have a great plan finished for the revitalization and development of Town Center.

We are working to develop a plan for Doheny Village.

These and any other new city enhancement projects need to be done on a “pay as we go basis.”

No new taxes!

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CUSD Candidates Respond to Questions Regarding District Relationships, Transparency Area 1 school board candidates weigh in on improving relations among trustees, administrators, teachers, parents and students

By Andrea Swayne Dana Point Times

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he two candidates seeking to represent Dana Point on the Capistrano Unified School District board via election to Trustee Area 1, were asked a series of questions as part of the Dana Point Times’ ongoing coverage of local races leading up to Election Day. In this week’s issue, Amy Hanacek and Karin Schnell answer the following question: The relationship between the board, teachers, school administrators, parents and students has often been strained.

The relationship within the board itself has shown to be fractious at times. Do you feel that the opinions and needs of all parties involved are considered equally in the decision-making process? What steps should be taken to improve these relationships? There has also been criticism that there isn’t enough transparency with the district. If this is an issue, what can be done to improve transparency and increase constructive dialogue?

KARIN SCHNELL Relationships between the various CUSD community entities have been challenging over the years.

One of the noticeable improvements in the district is due to the effective administrative leadership of Superintendent Dr. Joe Farley.

There is a strong communication structure in place to inform and engage both internal and external stakeholders in setting and achieving district goals.

There is an open door policy between the teachers, students, parents, board, and community with the superintendent serving as the catalyst to facilitate these lines of communication.

The board has been traditionally split along two sides, “them” and “us.” Fortunately some of the board members have been capable of working toward decisions that all can support and are willing to compromise to achieve goals. Ideally the

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board president sets the tone for an open dialogue among each of the board members to work in an effective manner.

Transparency encompasses both how the taxpayer’s money is spent and how decisions are made by the board with recommendations from the district administration.

We must ensure that all decisions are made in the open and on the record. Ways to improve this line of transparency include publishing information online, such as the detailed budget information presented at board and community forums.

Constituents should be able to review and question any decision that has been made and encouraged to comment and become involved at board meetings.

AMY HANACEK An effective board member recognizes and respects the differences in perspective, opinions and style among parents, community, staff,

Rotary Club Charity Golf Classic Set for October 22

Compiled by Andrea Swayne

PROPS, RECOGNITIONS AND MORSELS OF INFO

CalRTA Celebrates Retired Educators Week u The Orange County Coast Division of California Retired Teachers Association announced an October 22 meeting, 10:30 a.m. at El Adobe Restaurant, 31891 Camino Capistrano in San Juan Capistrano. The gathering will celebrate the group’s dedication to giving back to the community.

In honor of Retired Educators Week, November 4 through 10, volunteers will distribute $200 checks to five randomly selected local schools. Since 2007 the group has given these “giving back” checks to 40 of the 160 area schools.

“Though the economy continues to be sluggish, retired educators dig deep and give their time, effort and even money,” said association representative Mary Lou Rodearmel.

“Retired teachers never stop caring.”

The event will also honor a 101-yearsyoung association member for last year topping over 1,000 hours of volunteer service, Rodearmel said.

The California Retired Teachers Association is dedicated to the concerns of retired educators. CalRTA began in 1929 as the country struggled through the Great Depres-

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students and fellow board members.

Informed and productive decisions are reached by considering all view points and interests.

Opportunities exist, and will continue to be promoted, for parents and community members to provide input and feedback through the superintendent’s community forums, various school site committees and parent organizations.

Developing and conducting parent education forums assist parents in better understanding the academic, social and developmental issues of their students’ pre-school through 12th grade education.

Promoting and maintaining a positive and cohesive environment from the district level to the school site will foster open and ongoing communication where concerns are addressed as professionally and expediently as possible.

Closed session discussions should be limited to issues where the security and privacy of students or staff need to be protected. DP

sion. A small group of teachers banded together to fight for better pensions for colleagues who were living in poverty after a lifetime of teaching.

Laura E. Settle, CalRTA’s founder and president until 1945, drove the dusty highways of the state to help organize teachers in a common cause. Today, CalRTA is the state’s leading organization of retired educators.

CalRTA has over 500 members in South Orange County.

For more information about the organization or to join, log on to www.calrta.org or find them on Facebook.

Pregnancy Resource Center Walk for Life November 3 u The San Clemente-based Pregnancy Resource Center will host their third annual Walk for Life event at the Dana Point Harbor at Island Way and Dana Drive, Saturday, November 3, from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.

PRC serves South County that provides counseling, support, education and other resources to women facing pregnancy related issues. The center exists to support life both in the womb and for those impacted by an unplanned pregnancy and offers pregnancy

A scene from last year’s Pregnancy Resource Center Walk for Life at Dana Point Harbor. Courtesy photo tests, ultrasound referrals, options counseling, parenting classes, abstinence education, maternity and baby clothes, and abortion recovery support. Services are free to the women and families in the communities of South Orange County and Camp Pendleton.

“We rely on three fundraisers each year for the money necessary to provide these services to South Orange County,” said event organizer Diana Hoard. “The Walk for Life is one of these events and is critical to PRC if we are to be able to continue to provide these much needed services to our clients” Family, friends, kids, strollers and dogs are all welcome.

More information can be found at www.prcsanclemente.com or by calling 949.218.5777.

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u Monarch Beach Sunrise Rotary Club will host their 21st Annual Children’s Charity Golf Classic, October 22, at Talega Golf Club in San Clemente.

The event offers participants the opportunity to “Golf with an American Hero” by sponsoring and/or team up with Marine or a wounded warrior for the tournament.

Non-players may also sponsor one or more Marines or veterans.

Check-in begins at 7 a.m. The tournament begins with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. and will be played in scramble format and the entry fee is $175 per player.

Event proceeds support local and international children’s charities including the Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley, JF Shea Therapeutic Riding Center, Ocean Institute and Dana Point Community College Scholarships programs and more.

For registration and sponsorship information, contact Kip Horney at kiphorney@cox. net or 949.499.1869.

For more information about the Monarch Beach Sunrise Rotary Club, visit the website at www.monarchbeachrotary.com.

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Letters to the Editor CUSD SHOULD SUPPORT OXFORD PREPARATORY ACADEMY LINDA PLASS, San Clemente

I support OPA. I am writing to express my unwavering support for Oxford Preparatory Academy’s request to Capistrano Unified School District for a five-year charter renewal and growth to include a K-12 charter school. I firmly believe that charter schools such as OPA are an asset to our community.

My husband and I chose to move our children to OPA’s Independent Study program knowing that there is no guarantee of permanent placement because we find the philosophy and academic program at OPA to be invigorating. By allowing for a variety of educational opportunities, parents can choose the best academic environment to meet their child’s unique needs. This is exactly what our family has found in OPA. OPA has a highly credentialed leadership team, a rigorous curriculum and proven academic results.

The demand for OPA exceeds its capacity and we want more—five more years, a K-12 school and more permanent seats at OPA for all students who wish to attend this charter school full time. Mr. Bill Gates is quoted in Bloomberg Business Week as saying, “The majority of children

in the country are attending schools that don’t work for them, so it’s imperative that we take the risk to make the change, not just small changes at the margin but dramatic changes that are centered around the student.” Like Mr. Gates, I believe that charter schools can revolutionize the way students are educated.

Together, CUSD and OPA can be the leaders in this education revolution.

Oxford Preparatory Academy is making an invaluable impact on our children and thus our community. Please vote “yes” on the OPA charter renewal and expansion and allow Oxford Preparatory Academy to continue with its excellence in education and to help even more children reach their fullest potential.

PULL THE PLUG KENT WELTON, Dana Point

Seeing there are now plans to restart one reactor at San Onofre, the people of Dana Point deserve to know where each councilperson stands on this issue. The City manager has been nice enough to respond to my emails on this topic, but neither I, nor the people of Dana Point, have heard from any councilperson on this vital subject. In view of the fact that we made it thru a summer season without

this capacity on line, and given the incredible danger of an accident, and the devastation it would cause for our community and people, I believe the entire facility should be mothballed. So what say you, councilpersons? The people of Dana Point are waiting to hear from you?

development of the Headlands, which residents of Dana Point are now enjoying.

Their experience, qualifications and dedicated service have earned our support.

SCHOEFFEL AND DENTON FOR CITY COUNCIL

BETTY HILL, Capistrano Beach

BILL SEARS, Dana Point

Many people know me and my family for our work as pediatricians. Living in Dana Point, I appreciate your column on the Dana Point candidates for City Council.

The election of council members is extremely important because they will be making the decisions that affect our daily lives and the future of our community. As voters, I believe we have a responsibility to elect the most experienced and qualified people possible.

Scott Schoeffel and Norm Denton are two outstanding candidates that I personally recommend.

Scott Schoeffel has given 16 years of service to Dana Point as a planning commissioner, city councilman and mayor.

Norm Denton has 15 years of service on the Planning Commission.

They were both deeply involved in the

DENTON AND SCHOEFFEL DESERVE OUR VOTES Your articles about the Dana Point candidates for the City Council provide a great opportunity for residents to evaluate and compare their qualifications and experience. Particularly important to me is that a candidate has demonstrated a sincere dedication to our city. In this election, two candidates really stand out for their qualifications, experience and years of proven dedication to the city: Norm Denton and Scott Schoeffel.

Both have proven their ability and dedication to our city and its residents. With their contributions over the years, Dana Point has grown to be one of the most desirable cities in Orange County in which to live. I believe Scott Schoeffel and Norm Denton deserve our votes.

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GETTING OUT

YOUR SEVEN-DAY EVENT PLANNER

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friday

CARNIVAL COLOSSAL & EXPO 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Weekend carnival at Vista Hermosa Sports Park. Saturday and Sunday hours are 1 p.m.-11 p.m. 987 Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente, 949.276.8866, www.san-clemente.org.

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HAUNTED HOUSE 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. JunQie’s hosts a haunted house on Friday and Saturday nights. Adults $5, High School Students $3, Kids Free. 24662 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.496.4406, www.junqies.net WHALE WATCHING Noon and 2 p.m. Dana Wharf offers daily whale watching tours on the OCean Adventure catamaran. Cost $30-$45. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com.

LATE NIGHT CATECHISM’S BIBLE BINGO 8 p.m.

The funny nun hits the stage at The Laguna Playhouse.

Proceeds benefit iHOPEoc. $30. 606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949.388.3633, www.lagunaplayhouse.com.

WINE & MUSIC CRUISE 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. Dana Wharf’s cruise on a luxury catamaran with wine, snacks, music and more. Tickets $49. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com.

WINE TASTING 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Wine tasting at San Clemente Wine Company featuring Zaca Mesa wines. Try seven wines for $15. 212 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.429.7067. www.scwinecompany.com NATE HANCOCK 8 p.m. Live music Friday and Saturday at Wind & Sea Restaurant. 34699 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.6500, www.windandsearestaurants.com.

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COMMUNITY CONCERT: THE ULTIMATE STONES 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Free concert at Bella Collina Country Club withfood and beverages. VIP Buffet tickets $35. 200 Ave. La Pata, San Clemente, 949.498.6604, www.bellacollinagolf.com.

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AT THE MOVIES: ‘LOOPER’ THROWS YOU FOR A LOOP For those who don’t venture into sci-fi often, their perception of time-travel rules might only be along the lines of the guidelines in Back to the Future—don’t change history and don’t speak to your past or future self. In San Clemente-native Rian Johnson’s Looper, those rules are not only broken freely, but breaking them is an important part of the film. In 2044, in a fictional Kansas city, part of the population is mildly telekinetic and “Loopers” (hit-men) exist as part of the crime world’s way of getting rid of people. Drugs are used as eye drops and the city is run by a mobster from the future (Jeff Daniels). Once loopers hit 30 years past the date they began their first job, they are sent back into the past and are killed by their younger selves. But when Joe (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) is sent to face his future self Bruce Willis in Looper. © 2012, Looper, LLC. (Bruce Willis), things don’t go as planned. Future Joe is determined to stay alive and Past Joe hides out in an old farmhouse owned by a single mom (Emily Blunt). Looper is a film, much like Mulholland Drive, where by the third act, there are so many storylines and characters there seems no way they can all come together.

But they do, and Johnson uniquely and intriguingly pulls it off without any questions left over. Despite a clichéd theme near the middle and Gordon-Levitt’s distracting prosthetics, Looper is fascinating all the way through. —Megan Bianco

TREASURE CRAWL The famous cowhide trade route that ran from Mission San Juan to Capo Beach is alive again. Stop by Ricardo’s Place Restaurant, 32082 Camino Capistrano, and get your treasure map.

SECOND SATURDAY ART FAIR 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Art event along the streets of downtown San Juan Capistrano.

949.493.4700, www.sjcartfair.org.

FALL PLANT SALE 8 a.m.-1 p.m. The SC Garden Club hosts its annual sale at the San Clemente Community Center. 100 N. Calle Seville, San Clemente, www.sanclementegardenclub.com.

SECOND STAGE STAND UP 8 p.m. Comedy night featuring the Funniest Housewives of OC at Camino Real Playhouse. Tickets $10. 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, 949.489.8082, www.caminorealplayhouse.org.

ORANGE COUNTY OPEN HOUSE EVENT Surterre agents will be holding more than 100 open houses over the weekend from San Clemente to Newport Beach.

More info at www.OrangeCountyOpenHouses.com.

COMMUNITY RECYCLING EVENT 9 a.m.-11 a.m.

Drop off plastic bottles and aluminum cans in the back parking lot of Dana Hills High School. 33333 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.6666, www.dhhs.net.

WIN FREE TICKETS! The first person to email us with DP TIMES Free Concert Tix in the subject line will receive a free pair of tickets from The Coach House to see John Sebastian on Sunday, Oct. 14. John Sebastian wrote and sang the theme song for the TV show, “Welcome Back, Kotter” which went to #1 on the charts. Include your name and phone number.

EMAIL: tickets@danapointtimes.com

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OCTOBERWOOD WOODIE CAR SHOW 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

The SoCal Woodie Club presents the free car show at Lantern Bay Park with vendors, music, food and drinks. 25111 Park Lantern Road, Dana Point, www.danapoint.org.

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FAREWELL TO THE SWALLOWS BBQ 1 p.m.6 p.m. The SJC Fiesta Association says good bye to the swallows and welcomes the new Fiesta de las Golondrinas season with a barbecue and western entertainment at Zoomars Petting Zoo. $6-$12. 31791 Los Rios St., San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.4700, www.swallowsparade.org.

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LEARN ABOUT WINE 6:45 p.m. Wine class at The Cellar; sign up at learnaboutwine.com. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

COMEDY 9 p.m.-1 a.m. The night starts with comedy and ends with karaoke at Hennessey’s Tavern. 34111 La Plaza, Dana Point, 949.488.0121, www.hennesseystavern.com.

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MIKE DEBELIS AND FRIENDS 6:30 p.m.-10 p.m.

Jazz at Blue Danube. 111 Avenida Palizada, San Clemente, 949.218.5186, www.mikedebellis. com, www.bluedanubeoc.com.

wednesday

FINANCIAL PLANNING SERIES 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

Free eight-week It’s Your Money workshop series at the Ocean Institute on Wednesdays. Topic: Fixed Income Investing. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org.

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THE KALAMA BROTHERS 7:30 p.m.-11 p.m. Live music at Iva Lee’s. 555 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.2855, www.ivalees.com.

thursday

COOKING CLASS: DINNER IN A PUMPKIN 6:30 p.m.

Organic and gluten-free cooking class at Antoine’s Cafe. $65 each; includes recipes, dinner and a glass of wine. 218 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.492.1763, www.antoinescafe.com.

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ANOTHER MAN’S CAMEL 8 p.m. Live music at StillWater. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.danapointstillwater.com.

TAJ MAHAL 8 p.m. Concert at The Coach House; Shawn Jones opens. $35. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com. *For our full calendar, visit the “Event Calendar” at www.danapointtimes.com.

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by Myles Mellor Each Sudoku puzzle consists of a 9X9 grid that has been subdivided into nine smaller grids of 3X3 squares. To solve the puzzle, each row, column and box must contain each of the numbers 1 to 9. Puzzles come in three grades: easy, medium and difficult. Level: Medium Last week’s solution:

SOLUTION SOLUTION SOLUTION SOLUTION See today’s solution in next week’s issue.

RECYCLING REMINDER

ON LIFE AND LOVE AFTER 50: Tom Blake

Taken for a Ride Newly single 50-plus women can make naïve targets for unscrupulous men

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ost age 50-plus women who have been single for a while are pretty darn savvy when it comes to dating. However, women who have just become single often are naïve about dating, and it can cost them money and embarrassment. Four newly single women shared their experiences by email this week.

Woman No. 1 joined seniorfriendfinder. com this May and soon was duped by a scammer. “He is in Pretoria, Johannesburg, South Africa. His name is Charles Roberts, and he claims he is a private contractor. I believed his story and through his sweet and convincing ways I fell for him,” she said.

Although she had never met him, she sent him $6,000 via Western Union before coming to her senses. Here’s the foolish part. “I still care for him and have forgiven him,” she said.

Is she serious? She still cares for someone she’s never met who got $6,000 of her money?

Woman No. 2 wrote, “I signed up with a national company, Elite Matchmaking (Los Angeles). The contract is a no-refund

contract and it cannot be disputed with the credit card company.”

“The cost varies.

I paid $4,000; some members pay $25,000.

I was lured with a picture of an attractive, sophisticated man, but when ON LIFE AND LOVE AFTER 50 matched with him, he

By Tom Blake was married with an ill wife. I had no dates.”

“I have a new matchmaker and still have had no dates.”

How much money will she pay to matchmaking services before she realizes she’s wasting her money?

Woman No. 3, who is in divorce proceedings, signed up with the dating website ourtime.com a month ago. She was contacted by a man masquerading as an Army Staff Sergeant, based in Afghanistan. She said, “He asked for a laptop for his son living in Africa, money, men’s cologne and two pairs of expensive tennis shoes. I sent $100 to an address in Ghana.”

Now, she’s worried: “I am so ashamed and now am afraid because the money

transfer had my address on it. He might come after me since he knows where I live.”

Woman No. 4, age 61, said, “I just met someone online who lives miles away.

“I purchased a webcam so we can see each other when we’re on the phone. He wants to see me at least twice a day. He likes very much what he sees. He is a retired psychologist. He says I am his phone wife and soon to be his real wife.”

She added, “He is making plans to travel next month to meet me and my family. Is it a chance I have to take? And if I don’t?”

I told her to not let him visit yet. He is coming on way too strong. “Phone wife and soon-to-be real wife?” Ridiculous.

There’s a reason he can’t find a nice woman where he lives.

These four naïve women are so lonely and vulnerable they sacrifice money and/ or take foolish risks to be with men they don’t know. That’s dangerous. There are scammers on every online dating site, especially the sites that cater to seniors.

These women need to learn the datingafter-50 ropes to avoid future mistakes.

To comment: tompblake@gmail.com

Dana Hills High School, 33333 Golden Lantern, continues its 14-date schedule of community recycling events on October 12 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Residents can drop off plastic bottles and aluminum cans (no glass please) in the school’s back parking lot near the tennis courts and pool area.

Students from the school’s chapter of the California Scholastic Federation and other school organizations will collect and sort the recyclables.

Funds collected are distributed by the school’s PTSA for student programs.

Last year the PTSA helped students collect more than $5,000 from plastic bottles and cans collected during the monthly recycling community events and campus-wide recycling.

Future events will be held Nov. 10, Dec. 8, Jan. 12 and 26, 2013, Feb. 9 and 23, March 9 and 23, April 13 and 27, May 11 and 25. Events will be held rain or shine.

For more information send an email to presidentdhhsptsa.com.

Tom Blake is a San Clemente resident and Dana Point business owner who has authored three books on middle-aged dating.

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SPORTS SPOTLIGHT

Dana Point resident Guy Yocom was fishing about 180 miles off the coast of Cabo San Lucas on September 18 when he landed the catch of a lifetime.

After spending the day aboard San Clemente resident Greg DiStefano’s boat El Suertado, a 427-pound tuna hit Yocom’s line and after roughly 50 minutes of battling back and forth, Yocom and the crew brought aboard a potential world record breaking yellowfin tuna.

The current world record for a yellowfin stands at 405 pounds and the necessary paperwork to certify Yocom’s 427-pounder as a record breaker has already been submitted. DiStefano said the certification process takes up to 90 days.

DiStefano was a witness, and skipper of the boat, during the epic battle.

“I saw the fish coming into the chunk line…

I didn’t know it was going to be a potential world record,” DiStefano said. “I knew it was a big fish but I wasn’t exactly sure.”

Yocom used 100-pound test with a 200-pound leader to catch the massive tuna.

Yocom was using a Mustad brand hook when he caught the fish, which could land him a $1 million dollar prize once the fish is certified by the International Game and Fishing Association as a new world record.

The company offered a $1 million reward to any angler who broke the world record with their product as part of their “Hook a Million” contest. — Steve Breazeale

Dolphin Report

By Darian Nourian and Steve Breazeale

GIRLS GOLF • On October 8, the Dolphins (12-2-1, 4-2 league) defeated Capistrano Valley 276-207 in a non-league matchup at Monarch Beach Golf Club. The Dolphins were once again led by a UNLV commit, senior Avery French, who medaled for the 12th time this season after carding a 37 (+1) on the front nine. Her nine-hole stroke average this season is 35.3. The Dolphins played outside of the South Coast League October 10 in a match against Corona Del Mar and lost, 212-228. Next Match: N/A GIRLS TENNIS • The Dolphins (12-1, 5-0) defeated yet another South Coast league opponent in Tesoro on October 4, 12-6, at Dana Hills High. With the win, the Dolphins are undefeated after the first round of league play. In the win, the Dolphins double’s teams made their mark, as the team of Cassidy Spearman and Margo Pletcher won three matches while the teams of Alyssa Smith and Sabine Ludwig, Smith and Bailey Sholder, and Rebecca Gold and Katie Olson also picked up wins for the Dolphins to lead them to victory. The Dolphins defeated Mission Viejo 17-1 on October 9. Spearman won two matches for Dana Hills. Dana Hills defeated La Jolla Country Day 15-3 on October 10. Next Match: N/A GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY • The Dolphins ran at the Clovis Invitational in Fresno on October 6. Results were not available at press time. The Dolphins finished third as a team at the South Coast League Cluster meet October 3. Next Meet: 10/13, Orange County Championships at Irvine Regional Park, 8 a.m.

BOYS CROSS COUNTRY • The DolDana Point Times October 12–18, 2012

Dana Hills sophomore running back Brian Scott ran for 210 yards and two touchdowns in just two quarters of play as the Dolphins beat Aliso Niguel 20-18 on October 5. Courtesy of Tony Tribolet/Mike Betzler

phins placed 10th in the division one varsity race at the Clovis Invitational in Fresno on October 6. They were led by senior Gavin Diem, who finished 12th with a time of 15:45. Freshman Jake Ogden placed 15th with a time of 15:48. Dana Hills finished second as a team at the South Coast League Cluster meet October 3. Next Meet: 10/13, Orange County Championships at Irvine Regional Park, 8 a.m.

BOYS WATER POLO • The Dolphins (12-5, 3-0) lost a hotly contested, triple overtime, non-league matchup to Laguna Beach 10-11 on October 4 at Laguna Beach High.

The two teams were tied after regulation at 8-8, and after both teams scored one goal apiece in the first two overtimes, the Breakers scored the winning goal in the third overtime to prevail. The Dolphins were led by the tandem of junior Spencer Likins and senior Sam Pfeil, who each had four goals.

Junior goalie Brody Zachary had 13 saves in the loss. The Dolphins remain undefeated in league play after defeating Capistrano Valley 8-7 in a tight match. Likins had three goals and three assists and Zachary recorded 10 saves. Next Game: 10/16 vs. San Clemente at Dana Hills, 4:15 p.m.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL • After trekking through a tough preseason slate the Dolphins (5-4, 3-0) have yet to be beaten in league play. Their most recent victory came against Mission Viejo in a 3-1 win.

Tia Scambray led the way for all players with 32 kills in the match. The Dolphins were set for another league match October 11 against San Clemente in the first showdown between the two schools. Results were not available at press time. Next Game: 10/16 vs. Trabuco Hills at Trabuco Hills, 6 p.m.

FOOTBALL • The Dana Hills football team has lost several close games in their preseason run this year; games that very easily could have fallen their way. On October 5 the Dolphins got a taste of what it felt like to be on the winning side of one of those games as they narrowly defeated Aliso Niguel 20-18 on the road in both teams’ Sea View League opener.

The Dolphins (2-5, 1-0 league) were clinging to the 20-18 lead when the game came down to a 33-yard Wolverine (5-2, 0-1 league) field goal attempt with seconds to play. The kick that would have won the game went wide left, securing the

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Guy Yocom with yellowfin tuna. Courtesy of Donna Kalez/ danawharf.com

Dolphins’ second win in a row.

“We finally got on the other side of (a close game),” Dolphins head coach Todd Rusinkovich said. “Having so many close games it’s good to win by that little margin and we have to continue to get better.”

The Dolphins were trailing at the half, down 12-0, and would have to play the final 24 minutes without Marcus Hughes, the team’s leading rusher. But sophomore running back Brian Scott burst onto the scene with a 77-yard touchdown run on the Dolphins first play from scrimmage to start the third quarter, making it 12-6 after a missed point after attempt.

Scott led the way for all rushers on the night and ran for 210 yards and two touchdowns on 21 carries.

Dana Hills scored all 20 of their points in the final half of the game and Aliso Niguel did not respond until late in the fourth quarter.

Five minutes after junior quarterback Mac Vail connected with senior wide out Elliot Sutherland-Dunning for a sevenyard touchdown pass to start the fourth quarter, Scott scored his second touchdown of the night from five yards out to give the Dolphins the lead at 20-12.

Aliso Niguel senior quarterback Nathan Cole responded to the Dolphin scoring spree by firing a 51-yard touchdown pass to senior wide receiver Tanner Westlake that brought the score to 20-18.

The Wolverines had already tried for the two point conversion on both of their previous scoring plays and failed. After the Cole to Westlake touchdown they went for it a third time and were denied by the Dolphin defensive front, which was led by senior defensive back Justin Burns who came up with the tackle at the goal line.

The Dolphins were forced to punt on their next possession and the Wolverines marched down the field to set up for the field goal attempt that ultimately went sailing wide into the night. Next Game: 10/12 vs. Capistrano Valley at Dana Hills, 7 p.m. Follow us on Twitter @SouthOCSports for live, in-game updates. —SB www.sanclementetimes.com

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CLASSIFIEDS Submit your classified ad online at www.danapointtimes.com FOR RENT STATION RENTAL AVAILABLE Magical Shears-upscale brand new salon- has FT and/ or PT station available for rent in Dana Point. Includes extended education by Paul Mitchell. Call Janell at 949-636-1980

GARAGE SALE GIANT YARD SALE Household goods, clothes, furniture kids toys. EVERYTHING MUST GO. 33741 Oldbridge Road, Dana Point 7:30-1:00 ESTATE AND GARAGE SALE! Liquidating two businesses-catering company and jewelry company. Catering supplies, jewelry galore.

Estate items such as top of the line Samsung washer and dryer w/ an extended 4 year warantee, new-used for only 5 months, prestige condition, programmable nordic treadmill, brand new, clothes, décor, artwork and so much more. This Saturday October 13th from 8-4 pm.

Everything must go. 34101 Mazo Drive; Dana Point GARAGE SALE LISTINGS ARE FREE! E-mail your garage sale to classifieds@danapointtimes.com DEADLINE 5PM MONDAY. No phone calls please.

Locals Only

BUSINESS LISTINGS AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING Oasis Air Conditioning & Heating 949.420.1321 31648 Rancho Viejo Rd. Ste. A, www.oasisair.com

ARCHITECTURE - PLANNING

CONSTRUCTION/REMODELING Mills Construction 949.212.7699 Dana Point, www.millsbuilds.com: CA # 973483

COSMETICS

LOCKSMITH Dana Point Lock & Security www.danapointlock.com

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GROM OF THE WEEK Bane Corbett Age: 8, Concordia Elementary

SCOOP ON THE LOCAL SURF COMMUNITY

Bane Corbett has been surfing for six years. “I started riding waves on the nose of my dad’s board. He caught waves with me and I just started to stand up,” he said. “I think I was about seven when I got one by myself.” That was the moment Bane said he knew he really wanted to be a surfer. Since then, he practices almost every day and dreams of a career as a pro surfer. Bane also skateboards, plays flag football and baseball and is a good student in school. So far, his surf travels have taken him to Costa Rica, Ecuador, Australia and the Dominican Republic. This season marks Bane’s debut on the amateur competition scene in the Micro Grom U9 Push-in division of the WSA Championship Tour. He kicked off the season with a fifth-place finish in Event No. 1 at Trail 6. Then, on September 23 at Event No. 2 in Ventura, he came on strong and took the win. Bane is currently ranked No. 2 in the division. Next up, Bane will travel to Pismo Beach, October 14, for the third event of the series. Bane credits his parents for helping him improve his surfing. “My dad surfs with me and coaches me. My mom videos me and feeds me homemade pasta and pizza.

She’s a great cook. They always give me lots of support and try to get the best boards for me. I want to tell them ‘thank you,’” Bane said. —Andrea Swayne

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Bane Corbett. Photo by Andrea Swayne

Locals Keep Bringin’ Home the Hardware San Clemente surfers turn in five trophy-winning performances at Church Beach

By Andrea Swayne Dana Point Times

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urfing America Prime surfers put on quite the entertaining performance Saturday at San Onofre State Park’s Church Beach, making the most of the consistent shoulder- to head-high waves with occasional overhead sets.

Competition was fierce as the lineup of elite, under 18 athletes turned in heat after heat, chock-full of progressive maneuvers and high flying airs.

When all was said and done, four San Clemente surfers were awarded a total of five trophies for their podium-worthy performances.

Griffin Colapinto was the top local finisher of the day taking the win in the Boys BOYS U18: 1. Jake Marshall, 16.16, Encinitas; 2. Colt Ward, 11.54, San Clemente; 3. Tyler Killeen, 8.96, Long Beach; 4. Matt Passaquindici, 5.10, Huntington Beach.

EVENT RESULTS

Above: Griffin Colapinto of San Clemente was the winner of the Boys U16 division at Surfing America Prime, Event No. 2, San Onofre State Park, Church Beach, October 6.

GIRLS U18: 1. Meah Collins, 13.50, Costa Mesa; 2. Tia Blanco, 12.50, San Clemente; 3. Samantha Lamirand, 11.83, Cardiff by the Sea; 4. Danielle Wyman, 6.00, Laguna Niguel.

BOYS U16: 1. Griffin Colapinto, 14.90, San Clemente; 2. Tyler Killeen, 13.23, Long Beach; 3. Colin Deveze, 11.66, San Clemente; 4. Jake Marshall, 9.53, Encinitas.

GIRLS U16: 1. Steffi Kerson, 12.80, Pacific Palisades; 2. Tia Blanco, 8.26, San Clemente; 3. Kylie Loveland, 7.10, Carlsbad; 4.

Meah Collins, 4.37.

BOYS U14: 1. Eithan Osborne, 17.67, Ventura; 2. Nick Marshall, 12.93, Encinitas; 3. Ryland Rubens, 12.23, Pacific Beach; 4.

Griffin Foy, 9.13, Fullerton.

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Left: Tia Blanco of San Clemente gave standout performances, taking secondplace finishes in both Girls U18 and U16.

Photos by Jack McDaniel

U16 division with a combined two-wave final score of 14.90 (out of 20). Colapinto was joined on the podium with Colin Deveze, who took third in the division.

Tia Blanco was responsible for two of the five trophies, claiming the runner-up spot in both Girls U18 and Girls U16.

Colt Ward took second in Boys U18.

The next Surfing America Prime, Event No. 3, is scheduled for December 8 and 9 at T Street in San Clemente.

Surfers under the age of 18 are invited from among the best in the nation qualifying through Surfing America member organizations’ events. Prime athletes vie for coveted spots on the Pac Sun USA Surf Team to represent the country in international competition. Surfing America is the International Surfing Association-recognized national governing body for the sport of surfing in the United States.

For more information, including photos and updates, see www.surfingamerica.org or “like” Surfing America on Facebook at www.facebook.com/surfingamerica. DP

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RESULTS NSSA Southwest Explorer, Event No. 3, October 6, Huntington Beach, 9th Street Local finishers only. Key: San Clemente=SC, Dana Point=DP, Capistrano Beach=CB. JUNIORS: 2. Alonso Correa, SC/Peru; 5.

Logan Laubach, SC. BOYS: 2. Alonso Correa, SC/Peru; 4. Gavin Cook, DP. MENEHUNE: 2. Bryce Crane, SC; 3. Kade Matson, SC; 4.

Noah Hohenester, SC; 5. Jett Schilling, SC. SUPER GROMS: 1. Kade Matson, SC; 2.

Hagan Johnson, SC; 3. Kai McPhillips, SC; 4. Jett Schilling, SC. WOMEN: 4. Alexxa Elseewi, SC. GIRLS: 2. Alexxa Elseewi, SC. SENIORS: 3. Eric Crane, SC. DUKE: 3. Peter Townend, SC. NSSA Southwest Explorer, Event No. 4, October 7, Huntington Beach, 9th Street JUNIORS: 1. Griffin Colapinto, SC; 2. Logan Laubach, SC. BOYS: 2. Griffin Colapinto, SC; 4. Alonso Correa, SC/Peru. MENEHUNE: 5. Crosby Colapinto, SC; 6. Ethan Mudge, CB. SUPER GROMS: 1. Kade Matson, SC; 2. Jett Schilling, SC; 3. Hagan Johnson, SC. WOMEN: 2. Malia Osterkamp, SC. GIRLS: 3. Malia Osterkamp, SC. SENIORS: 5. Eric Crane, SC. For full results, see www.danapointtimes.com.

UPCOMING EVENTS October 13-14: WSA Championship Tour, Event No. 3, Pismo Beach, Pier October 20: NSSA Southwest Explorer, Event No. 5, Dana Point, Salt Creek Beach November 3-4: NSSA Southwest Open, Event No. 5, Newport Beach, 54th Street November 10-11: WSA Championship Tour, Event No. 4, San Diego, Mission Beach, San Fernando Street November 17: NSSA Southwest Open, Event No. 6, Cardiff by the Sea, Seaside Reef December 1-2: WSA Championship Tour, Event No. 5, Oceanside Harbor, South Jetty December 1-2: NSSA Southwest Open, Event No. 6, Huntington Beach, Pier December 8-9: Surfing America Prime West, Event No. 3, San Clemente, T Street December 8: NSSA Southwest Explorer, Event No. 7, San Diego, Mission Beach, San Fernando Street www.danapointtimes.com