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Lighting Up the Night The 40th annual Dana Point Boat Parade of Lights contest winners announced D P L I V I N G / PAG E 1 0

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More than 100 festively decorated boats paraded along Dana Point Harbor channels, Dec. 6, 7, 12, and 13, vying for prizes and bringing holiday cheer to the city. Photo: Allison Jarrell

Edison Chooses Underground Storage Option for SONGS Fuel EYE ON DP/PAGE 3

Planning Commission Delays Decision on Keeping Hens in the City EYE ON DP/PAGE 3

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LOCAL NEWS & IN-DEPTH REPORTING scene a short time later.

WHAT’S NEXT: A preliminary investigation found the driver was headed southbound on Camino Mira Costa at the time of the accident. The collision took place at the intersection of Plaza Estival, Concialdi said.

The accident is being investigated by the Orange County Sheriff’s Department’s Major Accident Reconstruction Team. No citations were made. Drugs and alcohol are not believed to be a factor.

Concialdi said the accident was a clear example of why OCFA strongly encourages the use of a helmet by skateboarders, scooter-riders and bicyclists—especially for the prevention of head injuries. —Jim Shilander

Signs backing chickens that read, “We Support Hens in Dana Point,” began popping up in Capistrano Beach in response to the city’s April eviction of local fowl. The issue has continued to appear on City Council and Planning Commission agendas since. Photo: Andrea Swayne

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Five things Dana Point should know this week Planning Commission Delays Hen Decision THE LATEST: The Dana Point Planning Commission on Dec. 8 voted to continue their discussion on whether to allow the keeping of chickens in Dana Point residential neighborhoods.

The commission voted 4-0—with Commissioner Gary Newkirk absent—to continue the topic to their Feb. 9 meeting and asked city staff to provide additional information regarding rules in other cities and what other types of poultry are allowed.

In July, the council received a staff report, prepared in response to public comments at previous meetings, and directed staff to look into revisions to the municipal code to allow for the keeping of poultry in residential neighborhoods. In September, the Planning Commission received a staff report and conducted a survey of other cities.

Of 20 cities surveyed, 15 allow poultry with specific requirements or through a permitting process.

San Juan Capistrano, San Clemente, Laguna Beach allow poultry with restrictions.

Dana Point is one of only a few in Orange County that does not.

Based on the survey results, staff recommended a list of standards.

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be provided and that it be set a minimum distance of 25 feet from any adjacent house. It also would require 5-foot setbacks from rear and side property lines and that birds not be allowed in front yards. Owners would also be required to keep clean and sanitary conditions in the coops/enclosures at all times. Roosters and outdoor slaughtering of birds would be prohibited.

WHAT’S NEXT: If the Planning Commission votes to recommend changing the code to allow chickens, the matter will then be sent to the City Council for consideration.

The Planning Commission is also considering a Local Coastal Program Amendment as required when making changes to zoning ordinances. If the City Council decides to allow chickens, the LCPA must be submitted to the California Coastal Commission for approval.—Andrea Swayne

Teen Remains in Critical Condition Following Crash THE LATEST: A 13-year-old girl remains in critical condition after she was struck by a vehicle while riding a skateboard near Mira Costa Park in San Clemente—at the San Clemente/Capistrano Beach border— Monday evening.

The accident took place just after 6:20 p.m., authorities said. The girl, who was not wearing a helmet, suffered a severe head injury and was transported to Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo for treatment, said, Orange County Fire Authority spokesman Capt. Steve Concialdi. As of Wednesday the girl remained in critical condition.

Friends of the victim, who were skating with her at the time, witnessed the accident and called 9-1-1, Concialdi said. The driver stayed at the scene with the girl, who was identified as a student at Shorecliffs Middle School. The girl’s mother arrived at the

San Juan Capistrano Recommends Skatepark Site THE LATEST: On Dec. 15, The San Juan Capistrano Parks, Recreation & Senior Services Commission unanimously approved El Camino Real Park as the preferred location for a skate-friendly development. The designation was made in order to assist the city’s Youth Advisory Board in planning a skatepark in San Juan Capistrano.

A report prepared by Commissioner Gerry Muir listed several positive attributes of the site, including the park’s minimal patronage, close proximity to public transportation, convenient accessibility to potential users, availability of existing restroom facilities and the long and narrow layout of the park that could accommodate a meandering skate path with skateable art—skating obstacles with an artistic flair.

This recent skatepark progress stems from discussions held in October and November that centered on youth and community leaders from Dana Point and San Juan seeking to launch a skatepark in the area.

WHAT’S NEXT: Going forward, Muir said public workshops will need to be held to discuss design features. These workshops will prepare the project for future submittal and conceptual approval by the City Council. In addition, the Parks, Recreation & Senior Services commissioners emphasized the importance of youth participation and leadership throughout the planning process.—Allison Jarrell

Edison Selects Spent Fuel Storage Vendor THE LATEST: Southern California Edison has selected an underground storage system for its independent spent-fuel storage installation at the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station.

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The utility announced Thursday, Dec. 11 that the chosen system—designed by Holtec International, a New Jersey-based firm—will store fuel from reactors 2 and 3 that currently sits in cooling pools. Holtec was chosen over the plant’s current cask provider, Areva.

In October, at a meeting of the utility’s Community Engagement Panel, Kris Singh, CEO of Holtec, said the HI-STORM UMAX system proposed for SONGS would store used nuclear fuel in canisters encased in a 25-foot-thick concrete pad—enough to resist an earthquake. The canisters, which are composed of stainless steel, are topped with a steel and concrete lid weighing about 12 tons.

A Holtec system is currently in use at two other California nuclear sites, Humboldt Bay and Diablo Canyon.

WHAT’S NEXT: Edison has plans to remove all fuel from the shuttered plant from cooling pools to the dry storage by mid-2019.

The utility will also partner with a research group to improve its ability to monitor the storage system’s integrity.

But even with the added monitoring and new system, local nuclear activists have concerns.

Donna Gilmore, of SanOnofreSafety.org, said she is alarmed that the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, the federal body which oversees the nation’s nuclear operations, had not yet licensed the designs. Gilmore said the entire project should be reevaluated given the likelihood fuel will be stored on-site indefinitely.

The Diablo Canyon system, she claimed, had met conditions that might lead to stress cracking.

The community panel will hold a meeting in January to find ways to pressure federal lawmakers into finding long-term, nuclearwaste storage solutions.—JS

City Meetings On Hold, Offices Closed for Holidays THE LATEST: Dana Point has made some changes to the official city calendar during the holidays.

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Dec. 22 and the City Council meeting scheduled for Jan. 6, 2015, have both been canceled.

City Hall offices will also be closed from Dec. 24 through Jan. 1, 2015.

WHAT’S NEXT: The next City Council meeting is set for Jan. 20, 2015 and the next Planning Commission meeting will be held on Jan. 26, 2015. Both are set to begin at 6 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers, 33282 Golden Lantern.

FIND OUT MORE: For a full schedule, visit the city’s website at www.danapoint.org.

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COMPILED BY ANDREA SWAYNE 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 website.

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Monday, December 15 KEEP THE PEACE Cortes Drive, 24300 Block (1:32 p.m.)

A woman gave permission for her neighbor to trim her trees and called police to report the neighbor was cutting more than was agreed upon.

WELFARE CHECK Pacific Coast Highway/Street of the Amber Lantern (12:52 a.m.) A man was talking to himself near the gas station. The caller told deputies he felt the man may be mentally ill and because the restaurant next door has a ladder leading to the roof, he was concerned the man might climb up and jump off.

DISTURBANCE Camino Capistrano/Via Sacramento (12:33 a.m.) A crying woman told police her boyfriend borrowed money from her to buy speed and had been in a physical fight with her. The woman was so distraught, deputies couldn’t get much information from her. The boyfriend was reportedly sitting in a black pickup truck with a tan pit bull terrier at the time of the call.

Sunday, December 14 DISTURBANCE Crown Valley Parkway, 32400 Block (8:21 p.m.) A male neighbor accused the caller of “doing something” to his wife then threatened to sic his dog on the caller due to his sexual preference. The subject, whom the caller said he did not know, was described as a 65- to 70-year-old man with white hair, wearing a red jacket and blue jeans.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON IN VEHICLE Camino Capistrano/Doheny Place (8:03 p.m.) Two subjects were seen smoking a crack pipe inside a car at the north side of Pines Park.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON IN VEHICLE Stonecrest, 0 Block (7:15 p.m.) A patrol check was requested near the carwash area for a black Audi occupied by several subjects smoking illegal drugs. The caller believed the subjects may have been involved in recent malicious activity in the area.

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DISTURBANCE Pacific Coast Highway, 34000 Block (1:58 a.m.) A large group of people were seen engaged in a physical fight in the parking lot at The Point Restaurant.

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Saturday, December 13 INVESTIGATE PERSON DOWN Pacific Coast Highway/Street of the Ruby Lantern (11:03 p.m.) A man wearing only shorts was on the ground in the middle of the street saying he’d had too much cocaine.

DISTURBANCE Dana Point Harbor Drive/Street of the Golden Lantern (8:22 p.m.) A woman in a black Jeep was yelling at the caller over a parking spot near the Brigg Restaurant at the Dana Point Harbor.

DISTURBANCE Dana Strand Road, 34300 Block (4:11 p.m.)

People were skateboarding in the park.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Pacific Coast Highway, 34600 Block (4:07 p.m.) A patrol check was requested when a man was seen in the beach parking lot with a chainsaw. He was described as 45 years old, wearing a camouflage shirt and black track pants.

SUSPICIOUS PERSONCIRCUMSTANCE Camino El Molino, 34400 Block (12:21 p.m.) A large amount of trash was seen in the street. The caller said it was coming from a group home at the location.

Friday, December 12 SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Orilla Road, 33900 Block (10:46 p.m.) A man wearing a plaid shirt was seen talking to himself while holding a Christmas present. Nor further information was given.

DISTURBANCE Del Obispo Street, 34200 Block (4:44 a.m.)

A man called police because he believed restaurant employees were discriminating against him because he is Polish. The man was extremely upset and demanded that a deputy respond.

The Capistrano Unified School District was honored by the Orange County Business Council for its two-language immersion program that incorporates Spanish and English language learning and helps eliminate barriers for students in the everchanging global economy and private-job sectors.

On Nov. 20, John Alpay, then-president of the CUSD Board of Trustees, accepted the Responding to Globalization Award for the district at the fourth annual Turning Red Tape into Red Carpet Awards.

The category acknowledges Orange County government bodies for strategies and programs that enable local communities, businesses and organizations to better integrate into the global economy by responding to challenges brought on by globalization.

In the district’s two-language immersion program, students learn to think, read, write and community naturally in two languages—primarily English and Spanish, but in 2012 CUSD launched a MandarinEnglish immersion program at Bergeson Elementary School.

The first immersion program began at San Clemente’s Las Palmas Elementary School in 1992. The program has since been implemented at San Juan and Viejo elementary schools and Bernice Ayer and Marco Forster middle schools. Programs have also been implemented at San Clemente and San Juan Hills high schools. The combined programs serve approximately 6,000 CUSD students annually.

Menorah Lighting Sunday at San Clemente Pier Chabad of San Clemente will host the lighting of a 10-foot menorah at the San Clemente Pier Sunday, Dec. 21 at 4 p.m.

The event will include a number of local

dignitaries, as well as hot latkes and donuts, music from the O.C. Klezmers, and dreidels and gelt for children.

For more information or to RSVP, email tzippy@jewishsc.com or call 949.489.0723.

There is no charge for the event, though sponsorship opportunities are available.

10 CUSD Students Named Top Scholars, 3 from Dana Hills Ten Capistrano Unified School District seniors have been named Scholars in the National Hispanic Recognition Program (NHRP), which identifies about 5,000 academically outstanding Hispanic/Latino high school students in the country.

Paulina Ordaz, Hayleigh Shobar, and Daniel Styrpejko from Dana Hills High School; Isabella Medrano and Emma Quintana from San Clemente High School; Kayvon Mahmoodzadeh from San Juan Hills High School; Julienne Bernal from Aliso Niguel High School; Austin Mendoza and Cory Wolf from Capistrano Valley High School; and Brandon Bannigan from Tesoro High School were all named National Hispanic Scholars. Courtney Vega of Tesoro High School was an honorable mention recipient.

Each year, the NHRP honors about 5,000—or 2 percent—of the highest-scoring students from more than 250,000 Hispanic/ Latino juniors who take the PSAT/NMSQT. NHRP notifies students of the recognition during their senior year. Scholars must meet the cut-off score and also have a grade point average of 3.5 or higher.

Although the NHRP does not provide a financial reward, being named is an important academic recognition and should be indicated on the student’s college applications. The NHRP was initiated in 1983 by the College Board to identify outstanding Hispanic/Latino high school students and to share information about these students with colleges and universities.

Have something interesting for the community? Tell us about awards, events, happenings, accomplishments and more. We’ll put your submissions into “News Bites.” Send your information to editorial@danapointtimes.com.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRUCUMSTANCE Malaga Drive, 34000 Block (5:01 a.m.) A woman called police after seeing a man she did not know walking inside her back yard.

CITIZEN ASSIST Street of the Golden Lantern, 33200 Block (2:18 a.m.) A woman’s boyfriend forced her out of her vehicle and took off with it and her phone.

TRESPASSING Pacific Coast Highway, 34200 Block (2:04 a.m.) A 50- to 60-year-old man wearing a leopard print towel was harassing guests and refusing to leave the Best Western Plus Marina Shores hotel.

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Supporting Dana Hills’ Students CUSD looks to cut intervention specialist, Dana Point pushes back

BY ALLISON JARRELL, DANA POINT TIMES

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or the last six years, Mike Darnold has worked as an “intervention support specialist” at Dana Hills High School. Depending on the day, that can mean giving advice to a student who just went through a bad break-up, encouraging a kid to tell his parents he’s struggling with alcohol addiction or helping a student connect with a math tutor.

Ask the thousands of students that Darnold has helped over the years, and you’d likely get just as many descriptions of what he does.

But the future of the school’s intervention specialist position is now in limbo, following a letter from Capistrano Unified School District Superintendent, Kirsten Vital, which calls for the elimination of the School Intervention Program. The letter was brought up at the most recent CUSD Board of Trustee’s meeting on Dec. 10 by a concerned parent.

Joe Ames, whose fiancé’s daughter attends Dana Hills, said he was happy to hear that the board was already working with the city to evaluate the program and the decision to cut it. However, Ames said the decision to eliminate such a valuable program “warrants reconsideration by the board and requires a public discussion,” especially after such a lack of communication with the city.

“Please, as parents who wish the best for our child, reconsider this action by placing this item on the next available agenda for discussion as soon as possible,” Ames said.

Since the inception of the school’s intervention program in 2009, Darnold has collaborated with the city, the sheriff’s department and school faculty to support at-risk students and students battling drug and alcoholrelated problems. The on-campus team has enhanced services offered to students and parents—from Dana Hills’ Save Our Students Club, to Parent Project classes offering a crash course in parenting teenagers.

What’s unique about Darnold’s work at Dana Hills is that he’s contracted by the city of Dana Point via a Memorandum of Understanding, or MOU, with the Capistrano Unified School District. In July 2013, the CUSD Board of Trustees agreed to have the city continue to fund Darnold’s intervention specialist position at Dana Hills for at least another year.

That approval came with some concerns from a few trustees—namely about Darnold’s qualifications and the parameters of the agreement, which include the position reporting to the city rather than the district. But Darnold, a former police officer and Board of Trustee member, said his lack of association with the school and the city helps encourage kids to trust him with their problems.

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“I’m not a city cop and I’m not a faculty member. That’s the whole crux of the MOU, is allowing a private person, a civilian, to be on the campus,” Darnold said. “I am a mandated reporter. I’m very conscious of that. I know Dana Hills’ policy according to (Jason) Allemann, our principal, and I know school board policy for Capistrano Unified—I was the president of the school board. So I know what’s required in our schools.”

Darnold said his job is essentially being a life coach. When applicable, he shares his own experiences with alcoholism, prior to getting sober at the age of 37. It was at that point in his life that Darnold decided he wanted to help teenagers who are going through the same struggles.

So Darnold listens to students and offers them advice or assistance, but if serious problems arise such as self-harming or addiction, he immediately gets parents involved and refers the student to the appropriate counselor or practitioner.

“What we do at Dana Hills High School is a complete and total community collaborative, so that every kid who goes to Dana Hills High School has 100 percent of the community’s support,” Darnold said.

“The city’s resources are there for them.”

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What we do at Dana Hills High School is a complete and total community collaborative, so that every kid who goes to Dana Hills High School has 100 percent of the community’s support.

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– Mike Darnold

And that includes Darnold’s time—24 hours a day, seven days a week. He gives out his personal cell phone number and email address so students and parents can reach him on a regular basis, as well as during times of crisis. And according to previous estimates provided to the district by Darnold, about 300 students chose to reach out to him during the 2012-13 school year.

Since beginning the program in 2009, Dana Point City Manager Doug Chotkevys said the school and the city have been able to be more proactive rather than reactive, with Darnold helping to identify at-risk kids early on. “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” Chotkevys said.

So when the Dana Point city staff received a letter from the Capistrano Unified School District stating the decision to eliminate the School Intervention Program, they were stunned, to say the least.

CUSD is set to eliminate the Intervention Support Specialist position at Dana Hills High School, a role Mike Darnold has filled since the program’s inception in 2009. Photo: Andrea Papagianis

“We just didn’t get it,” Chotkevys said. “It seemed like an excuse rather than a reason.”

Chotkevys refers to the points made in the letter, which was sent on Nov. 19, explaining the elimination of the program and Darnold’s position.

“Despite the School Intervention Program providing benefits to students, the District is forced to terminate the MOU and pursue a different direction,” the letter reads. “The concerns of the District include, but are not limited to, the employment status of the consultant, professional licensing requirements and student priveleges.”

The letter continues that Darnold reporting directly to Chotkevys and Principal Allemann regarding student issues “may be construed as a violation of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, or FERPA, a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records.” That law, the letter states, applies to all schools receiving funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education.

When asked for comment on the letter, CUSD released the following statement: “We are in discussions with the city to see whether the concerns of the district can be addressed and what we legally can do. We deeply value the partnership with Michael Darnold.” Superintendent Vital was not available to comment.

In response to CUSD’s letter, former Mayor Lisa Bartlett wrote back on Dec. 1, strongly urging the board to rethink its decision. Bartlett’s four-page letter detailed the program and its accomplishments— from reducing risky youth behavior and preparing parents with better responses, to receiving an award in 2012 from the Association of California Cities.

“I believe that I can speak for the entire Dana Point community when I say that after reading the attached letter … I am deeply concerned, and frankly shocked, with your board’s decision to end a program that has such a powerful impact on the lives of CUSD students in South Orange County,” Bartlett wrote. “To abruptly terminate an

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incredibly successful and widely acclaimed School Intervention Specialist Program … at Dana Hills High School, via (a) letter with no dialogue or specifically identified issues, defies logic and sets back the successful relationship that has existed between our two agencies for many years.”

Bartlett ends her letter with a clear message—let the program stay.

“Periodically, and particularly as you conduct the district’s business, I have to believe that you often ask yourselves what is best for the children,” she wrote. “In this case, the answer is incredibly simple and clear—the program should remain. If there truly are issues with the program, then work with the city to rectify them for the benefit of the students that you serve.”

Despite the rocky start to the discussion, Chotkevys is optimistic that a 15-minute conversation can solve the problem.

Chotkevys said he’s appreciative of Vital’s willingness to work with the city; however, he maintained that there really isn’t an issue to argue over in the first place. Darnold, he said, doesn’t have access to CUSD databases or information about students.

Darnold, who is doing his best to stay out of the politics of the matter, said he isn’t surprised that Superintendent Vital would question the program. But the bottom line, he said, is that he isn’t doing anything “that’s violating any laws.”

“The city and the school district will figure it out, and I’ll keep helping kids,” Darnold said. “I’m hopeful.”

Until the two parties figure out what’s next, Darnold will continue supporting the students of Dana Hills High School.

And as parents are well aware, this week was the last before the school’s two-week winter break—a potentially busy time for an intervention specialist.

“We have two weeks off now, and Dana Hills High School is the only place I know of that’s got somebody to call when something goes wrong,” Darnold said. “Maybe I’ll get two calls. Maybe I’ll get 20.”

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GUEST OPINION: Wavelengths by Jim Kempton

What Not to Get for Christmas Can you really go wrong if your holiday gift is simple but filled with love? Don’t kid yourself.

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ed alert! There are only five more shopping days until Christmas. For husbands this means four more days till we have to start shopping. The holiday season is upon us once again.

For many Americans it is a time of deep religious commitment, which millions observe by faithfully attending Black Friday at the local mall.

Most of my men friend’s complaints about shopping are long-standing, but the real dilemma is what to get people who already seem to have everything.

One article not to give them is a Christmas sweater. It is only acceptable to give

something that hideous if you are doing a family intervention. Reyn Spooner Christmas shirts are an exception. They are forgiven for always including a surfing Santa or something else so daft it excuses itself. The problem in Orange County is that many of the dads here have an entire closet full of these perennial collectables.

Of course there are always food options to give as gifts. A great thing to get people who are dieting is one of those god-awful fruitcakes. Preferably one you received last Christmas, but haven’t even unwrapped.

At least they won’t be tempted to eat it. Another benefit is that they can be given again next year by the person you sent it to.

In fact there are rumors of people receiving WAVELENGTHS holiday fruitcakes that

By Jim Kempton have been circulating for years. It’s the gift that keeps on giving.

And then there is cheese. Nothing says holidays like a big, fat, plastic-encased cheese log.

Regarding the inescapable holiday party invitations—please don’t select Eggnog as your contribution when the host says “just bring something to drink.”

What temporary insanity inspired us to celebrate Christmas by mixing rum and raw egg yolks? It’s as silly as highly flammable trees (right next to the fireplace) strung with faulty strands of cheap “made in China” electrical lights wrapped around

rickety branches full of dried pine needles.

Kids gifts are easier—what kid wouldn’t want Razor Crazy Cart Spinning Go Kart at $349? Keep in mind though, that spending extra on the very best toys may be a waste of time. According to a survey, of all the presents received at Christmas, one in 10 will be broken by the New Year, only 40 percent will make it to March and just a quarter will be intact by next Christmas.

There is a reliable scientific theorem that has proven the expensive gifts will always be in the group that breaks before the spring thaw.

Another tip: Don’t get batteries when purchasing anything electronic. A set of batteries can sometimes cost more than the item it charges. Then again, one of my friends told me he gets batteries wrapped as a present with a card that says “toys not included.”

Of course by now you are wondering: is there going to be a hint about what not to buy for the ladies? Forget it. If I knew the answer to that quandary I wouldn’t be writing newspaper columns. Merry Christmas.

Jim Kempton, a surfer and writer living in San Clemente, will sneak out for a Christmas morning surf before enjoying eggnog, fruitcake and a couple of cheese logs while unwrapping Christmas sweaters and expensive toys with his family and friends.

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Letters to the Editor THE TOWN CENTER PLAN: FACT OR FICTION BETTY HILL, LESTER HILL, SANDIE IVERSON AND CARL IVERSON; Dana Point/Capistrano Beach

The approved Town Center Plan envisions creating pedestrian friendly shops and restaurants in a small town, village atmosphere. Unfortunately, the approval of the Majestic Housing and Development four-story, 109-unit condominium project in Town Center indicates that the city is willing to circumvent the well thought out requirements and intent of the Town Center Plan to rush development.

Dana Point taxpayers need to know whether the $20 million of their money that is being appropriated from the city’s reserves to promote the Town Center Plan will result instead in condo/apartment projects for primarily residential usage, like Majestic’s.

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owners but will add to the already existing construction problems, traffic issues and inadequate public parking. Businesses will continue to suffer and the desired character of Town Center, attractive to residents and visitors, will be compromised.

Continuing to rush the revitalization of Town Center by ignoring critical issues and without following the approved city plan is irresponsible and unfair to taxpayers. Dana Point residents and the business community deserve to be told whether development of Town Center per the Town Center Plan is fact or fiction.

As members of Dana Point Residents for Responsible Development, also known as DPRRD, we invite you to visit us online at www.facebook.com/danapointresidents for more information.

beforehand.

Why the trees were cut when there were so many other areas in this park that these courts could have been placed, is beyond me.

These trees in that area were being utilized and admired daily by the public— particularly yoga in the park.

The only reason I can think of why these trees were cut is that it enhanced the ocean view from the Marriott pool area—such a shame.

And, as of Dec. 13 that area is still gated off.

So I ask; how long does it take the city to build a bocce ball court? Four and a half months later, money has been wasted, beautiful trees cut down, and the public is still waiting and paying for it.

IF TREES WERE CUT FOR BOCCE, WHERE’S THE BOCCE? JILL RICHARDSON, Dana Point

Back in August the parks department cut down trees in Lantern Bay Park that have been growing there for years to build a bocce ball court. I don’t recall any “official” notice to the public other than a small mention in the DP Times, months

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WINTER BREAK KIDS CRAFTS 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Fill your stockings with homemade crafts at the Mission. A different craft is featured every day of the week through Jan. 2. Parent or sitter must be present. No crafts on Dec. 24 or 25. $1–$3.

949.234.1320, www.missionsjc.com.

Friday | 19 WINTER WINE CRUISE 5:30 p.m-7 p.m. Climb onboard a Dana Wharf catamaran for this 90-minute wine cruise around the Dana Point Harbor.

Tickets are $49. Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday until Jan. 20. See more events at www.danawharf.com. Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 888.224.0603.

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CHERYL SILVERSTEIN 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Pop, Jazz and Blues Classics.

Free. 31781 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.481.8300, www.fianosrestaurant.com A CHRISTMAS CAROL 8 p.m. The ghosts of Christmas past, present and future lead Ebenezer Scrooge on a journey of transformation and redemption.

Friday and Saturday performance at 8 p.m., Sunday performance at 2 p.m. Runs until Sunday Dec. 21. 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, 949.489.8082, www.caminorealplayhouse.org.

Saturday | 20 CAPISTRANO EAGLES ANNUAL COMMUNITY FOOD DRIVE Noon.-5 p.m. The Capistrano Eagles Motorcycle Club is hosting its annual food drive at Swallow’s Inn to support Father Serra’s Pantry, which benefits San Juan Capistrano families in need. Live music will be performed by Family Style from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. For more information call 714.321.9923. Swallow’s Inn, 31786 Camino Capistrano.

HOLIDAY AND MAGIC VARIETY SHOW 1 p.m.-2 p.m. Variety show at the Dana Point Library, 33841 Niguel Road, Dana Point, 949.496.5517, www.ocpl.org.

NIGHTLY THROUGH JANUARY 4: ILLUMINOCEAN HOLIDAY LIGHT SHOW 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday. 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. For 40 nights the Dana Point Harbor will be lit up with holiday lighting displays including 22 large-scale ocean-inspired holiday sculptures and 23 miles of glowing LED strands. Weekends will feature street performers, glow merchandise and “Whale Eyes” 3D glasses that give the lights a holographic look. The event is free to attend and will be held through January 4.

Dana Point Harbor Drive, www.mydanapoint.com/dana-point-illuminocean.

CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT 7 a.m.-10 a.m. Join experienced birders for the annual Christmas Bird Count. Bring binoculars and a field guide if you have them.

Ages 10 and up. The Richard and Donna O’Neil Conservancy, Rancho Mission Viejo, 949.923.2210, www.rmvreserve.org.

DANA POINT FARMERS MARKET 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Seasonal produce, flowers and much more at La Plaza Park each Saturday. 949.248.3500, www.danapoint.org.

MARINE MAMMAL CRUISE 10 a.m. Join the Ocean Institute aboard the 70-foot RV Sea Explorer for an opportunity to see whales, fish, dolphins, sea lions and other wildlife along the Southern California coast. $35 for adults, $22 for children 4-12. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org.

SOUTH COAST SINGERS 7 p.m. Join the South Coast Singers for their holiday concert series “A Season of Love and Joy.” Tickets $20 for adults, $10 for seniors and students. Tickets need to be reserved at www.southcoastsingers. org. South Shores Church, 32712 Crown Valley Pkwy, Dana Point.

Sunday | 21 DANA POINT HISTORY TOUR 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. This two-hour walking tour explores the history of the Headlands area and covers approximately 1.5 miles in distance. Tours run on the third Sunday of the month. RSVP to wgintern@danapoint. com or 949.248.3527. Nature Interpretive Center, 34558 Scenic Drive, Dana Point, www.danapoint.org.

OPEN MIC NIGHT 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Singer/songwriters perfom at the Point Restaurant open mic. Bring your instrument, bring your voice, The Point supplies the sound system. 34085 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, 949.464.5700, www.thepointrestaurantandbar.com.

Wednesday | 24 CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES 2:30 p.m., 4 p.m., 5:30 p.m., and 11 p.m. candlelight Communion. Childcare for babies and toddlers available at 2:30 p.m., 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. South Shores Church. 32712 Crown Valley Parkway, Monarch Beach, 949.496.9331, www.southshores.org.

Thursday | 25 RITZ-CARLTON CHRISTMAS DAY BUFFET Noon-3:30 p.m. $115 for adults, $57.50 for children. Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel, One Ritz-Carlton Drive, Dana Point, 949.240.2000, www.ritzcarlton.com.

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At the Movies: Prepare Yourself for ‘Inherent Vice’

BY MEGAN BIANCO, DANA POINT TIMES

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Photo: Courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures

Dana Point Times December 19–25, 2014

ince its festival debut last October, Paul Thomas Anderson’s adaptation of Thomas Pynchon’s Inherent Vice has been getting many comparisons to Philip Marlowe films The Big Sleep (1946) and The Long Goodbye (1974). Despite the filmmaker’s resistance to the similarities, it’s hard not to see the influence. Revisiting the 1970s since his own Boogie Nights 17 years ago, and recasting Joaquin Phoenix after the underwhelming The Master (2012), Anderson offers one of the wildest and craziest

mysteries of this season.

In 1970 Los Angeles, P.I. “Doc” Sportello (Phoenix) is visited by his old flame Shasta Fay (Katherine Waterston) in the middle of the night, asking for his help to put a stop to a plan to kidnap her rich boyfriend (Eric Roberts). Along the way to fulfilling Shasta’s favor, Doc becomes quickly involved with cops, suspects and victims played by Josh Brolin, Benicio Del Toro and Owen Wilson.

Jena Malone, Reese Witherspoon and Maya Rudolph also appear throughout the film. For those not familiar or prepared for

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Pynchon’s writing or Anderson’s new directing style, the irreverence and strange humor of the movie might be frustrating and confusing. But for those who are fans of the creators or the stellar cast, or are in just the mood for a satire on film noir, Inherent Vice won’t disappoint. Phoenix, Wilson and Witherspoon are funny and endearing on screen, while Brolin gives one of his most experimental performances to date. Anderson’s latest ensemble feature is his most fresh and original piece of celluloid in over a decade. DP www.danapointtimes.com

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PROFILES OF OUR COMMUNITY

Boat Parade Winners Best Crew Under 30 Feet 1. No. 76, Freelancer 2. No. 28, DWYC Jrs. Best Crew 30 Feet and Over 1. No. 25, Endless Summer 2. No. 19, Instigator Best Animation Under 30 Feet 1. No. 31, Mer Sea 2. No. 108, Hair of the Dog Best Animation 30 Feet and Over 1. No. 88, Besame Mucho 2. No. 57, JTM

Boats lined the Dana Point Harbor channels for the 40th annual Boat Parade of Lights. Photo: Allison Jarrell

Best Use of Color Under 30 Feet 1. No. 89, Easy Money 2. No. 95, Furlough Daze Best Use of Color 30 Feet and Over 1. No. 67, Pilgrimage 2. No. 88, Besame Mucho Entry No. 97, Nowhere Bar. Photo: Alex Paris

Entry No. 2, Doheny Doll. Photo: Allison Jarrell

Boat Parade Winners Shine Awardees chosen in the 4Oth annual Dana Point Boat Parade of Lights

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oats from across Orange County, bedecked with festive holidays lights, moved in procession up and down the Dana Point Harbor channels Dec. 6, 7, 12 and 13, their owners vying for prizes in the 40th annual Dana Point Boat Parade of Lights.

Decorated with twinkling displays befitting this year’s “FantaSEA Holiday” theme, boaters’ designs included mermaids, sea stars, octopi, jellyfish, dolphins, whales, pirate ships and more. One boat, Doheny Doll, came completely disguised as a giant Santa head, taking the prize for

the most original entry, judges’ choice and five other awards.

As usual, boaters went the extra mile, adding music and costumes to complete their entries into the contest. The judging panel is made up of invitees chosen by Dana Point Harbor staff and invitees from the community.

Thousands lined the Harbor walkways and dined at waterside restaurants to check out this year’s entries and drink in the tradition that has become such an integral part of getting into the holiday spirit in Dana Point. DP

Sudoku

Most Original Under 30 Feet 1. No. 2, Doheny Doll 2. No. 100, Lyrical Most Original 30 Feet and Over 1. No. 25, Endless Summer 2. No. 27, Dance with Waves Best Theme Under 30 Feet 1. No. 108, Hair of the Dog 2. No. 99, In Awhile Best Theme 30 Feet and Over 1. No. 57, JTM 2. No. 88, Besame Mucho

Best Sailboat 30 Feet and Over 1. No. 88, Besame Mucho 2. No. 102, Alcyone

Dream Catcher Yachts Best New Entry Over 30 Feet No. 19, Instigator

Best Powerboat Under 30 Feet 1. No. 2, Doheny Doll 2. No. 108, Hair of the Dog

Chamber of Commerce – Best Crew No. 25, Endless Summer – Gary and Julie Champlin

Best Powerboat 30 Feet and Over 1. No. 57, JTM 2. No. 25, Endless Summer

Dana Point Boater’s Association – Spirit Award No. 19, Instigator – Ashton Winchell

Yacht Club with Most Entries Dana West Yacht Club (by 3)

Proud Mary’s – Best Music 1. No. 11, Good Times!

2. No. 12, Liberty Bell

JUDGES’ CHOICE TROPHY Judges’ Choice Under 30 Feet No. 2, Doheny Doll Judges’ Choice 30 Feet and Over No. 88, Besame Mucho SPONSOR AWARD WINNERS BK Cellars & Urban Winery – Winemaker’s Choice No. 53, Dana Ducky BK Cellars & Urban Winery – Best Vintage No. 97, Nowhere Bar The Woody Cup – Making the Most of What You’ve Got No. 17, Nautgivinup Cap’t Dave’s Dolphin & Whale Safari No. 2, Doheny Doll Dana Point Yacht Club No. 11, Good Times!

Vintage Marina Partners – Best Santa No. 16, Mañana Gemmell’s Restaurant – Paris FantaSEA 1. No. 89, Easy Money 2. No. 18, Sancha

Dana Wharf Sportsfishing – Kids Cup No. 30, No Dios Mios Harbor Grill – Best Use of Sea Life 1. No. 108, Hair of the Dog 2. Tie: No. 27, Dances with Waves and No. 57, JTM Waterman’s Restaurant – Staff Choice No. 2, Doheny Doll Nordhavn - Most Humorous No. 53, Dana Ducky – Joe Morales Coffee Importers – Latte Lights Cup 1. No. 2, Doheny Doll 2. No. 96, Shannon Rose 3. No. 88, Besame Mucho Wine Bistro – Best Sailboat No. 31, Mer Sea – Chuck Gramlich Hennessey’s – Best Power Boat No. 97, Nowhere Bar – Mike and Donna Groves Wind & Sea – Best in Parade No. 57, JTM City of Dana Point– Mayor’s Cup No. 96, Shannon Rose – Shaun Keating

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eow. My name is Jenni-O. Yes, I am aware that I am named after a turkey, but with my holiday rescue, the name seems fitting and festive. I am a 1-and-a-halfyear-old momma who is looking for a “furrever” home now that my kittens have all grown up. I am sweet and oh so lovable. If you give me a chance, I think I would make the most “purrfect” pet for your home.

If you would like to know more about Jenni-O, please call the San Clemente-Dana Point Animal Shelter at 949.492.1617, or visit her at the shelter, 221 Avenida Fabricante in San Clemente. DP

Last week’s solution:

Dana Point Times December 19-25, 2014

Best Use of Lights 30 Feet and Over 1. No. 96, Shannon Rose 2. No. 97, Nowhere Bar

White Pelican – Best New Entry Under 30’ No. 76, Freelancer

PET OF THE WEEK: JENNI-O

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

Best Use of Lights Under 30 Feet 1. No. 2, Doheny Doll 2. No. 87, Free 2 Roam

Best Sailboat Under 30 Feet 1. No. 3, Mer Sea 2. No. 99, In Awhile

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

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DP LIVING DEL PRADO BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

A Culinary Evolution Restaurateur shares personal lifestyle, eating habits with patrons

BY THE CITY OF DANA POINT, SPECIAL TO THE DANA POINT TIMES

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eventeen years ago this week, Jack’s Restaurant opened its doors, fulfilling the longtime vision of its namesake, Jack Loconsolo.

That’s a near two-decades-long journey that has not only seen a transformation in the restaurant location’s identity from a ’50s-style diner to a casual, fine dining eatery, but also a revolutionary development within the food and restaurant cultures as consumers have emphasized their desire to

learn more about their fare.

It’s a culinary self-discovery that Loconsolo himself has traveled, coming out healthier, refreshed and empowered.

He’s now sharing his way of eating with Jack’s patrons by serving all-grass-fed New Zealand beef, wild-caught fish, sustainable seafood and seasonal, organic produce.

“We are an evolving restaurant,” Loconsolo said. “We started primarily serving thin crust pizza and traditional Italian … and we’ve evolved into serving healthy, clean foods.”

Loconsolo, a Brooklyn native, has long been involved in the food trade. From the family kitchen to their pizzerias in New York, Loconsolo soaked in the knowledge.

At 20, he landed a job at John’s of Bleecker Street, a famous pizzeria known for its thincrust pies, where he learned the tricks of the trade.

In 1990, he made his way west to work at DeMario’s Café & Pizzeria in Dana Point. On a run to Salt Creek Beach that summer, Loconsolo decided to stay. Seven years later, he acquired the site of Jack’s Restaurant—the former home of Daddy-O’s Bicycle Café. Jack’s opened on Dec. 17, 1997.

“I used to sit in here (Daddy-O’s) and daydream about what I would do to the restaurant,” he said.

By the time Loconsolo opened Jack’s, the food industry lifestyle was wearing on him.

He needed a change. That modification

Jack’s Restaurant. Photo: Andrea Swayne

came once he paid greater attention to what went into his body. Loconsolo now shares his healthy way of life with Jack’s customers. In collaboration with Chef Alex Arroyo, who opened Jack’s kitchen, Loconsolo sees his culinary visions become a reality.

Today, Jack’s New York-style, thin-crust pies are served nightly starting at 5 p.m.

alongside Italian favorites like Loconsolo’s Irish grandmother’s eggplant parmesan and the restaurant’s evolved offerings. DP JACK’S RESTAURANT 34320 Del Prado, Dana Point 949.489.1903 www.jacksdp.com

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STORIES, SCORES, SCHEDULES AND MORE

Dana Wharf Fish Count

Dolphin Report

DANA POINT TIMES

BY STEVE BREAZEALE, DANA POINT TIMES

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For in-game updates, scores, news and more for all of the Dana Hills High School sports programs, follow us on Twitter @SouthOCsports.

Girls Hoops Claims Holiday Classic Championship Three consecutive wins vaulted the Dana Hills girls basketball team into the Ocean View Hawk Holiday Classic championship game against Santa Ana Valley on Dec. 13. The Dolphins were led by sophomore guard Reagan Orloff, who poured in a team-high 23 points, in a narrow 45-43 victory to claim the tournament hardware.

Dana Hills’ Kimiko Tanaka was named the tournament MVP while Orloff and Alex Williams were named to the all-tournament team.

The Dolphins run through the tournament began with a 31-19 win over Saddleback and a 39-21 win over Anaheim in the opening rounds. The Dolphins won by comfortable margins but the next two games, including the championship, were much closer.

Dana Hills (6-4) staved off Garden Grove in the third game of the tournament, winning 32-27 behind a 10-point effort by Joy McArthur.

The Dolphins hosted Irvine in a nonleague game on Dec. 16 and lost, 38-32.

Only 10 games into the season, the Dolphins have already bested last year’s win total of five.

Dana Hills is set to host Rancho Alamitos on Jan. 3.

Boys Basketball Picks up Pair of Wins The Dana Hills boys basketball team ended a four-game losing skid by rattling

The Dana Hills girls basketball team poses for a photo after winning the Ocean View Hawk Holiday Classic on Dec. 13. Courtesy photo

off back to back nonleague wins over Laguna Hills and Beckman on Dec. 12 and Dec. 16, respectively. But the win streak was halted on Dec. 17 following a 62-59 loss to Esperanza in the second round of the Irvine World News Tournament.

The Dolphins (3-5) began the stretch with a resounding 59-22 win over Laguna Hills. Senior guard Kian Ashoubi and Cole Goudge led the Dolphins with 11 and 10 points, respectively. A giant 20-5 run in the second quarter put the Dolphins up for good.

Senior Parker Romo took control of the offense in a 58-38 victory over Beckman four days later. Romo scored 16 points, knocking down three 3-pointers, while Goudge added 10 points in the win.

Despite outscoring Esperanza 34-27 in the final two quarters of play, the Dolphins were not able to overcome a 35-25 halftime deficit against the Aztecs.

The Dolphins will host Valencia at El Toro High School on Dec. 23.

Dolphins Soccer Biding Time Until Healthy The Dana Hills boys soccer team has suffered multiple injuries to key players this season and is making the most of a limited roster.

The Dolphins battled in the first half with rival San Clemente on Dec. 10, but ultimately fell 4-1.

Local Volunteer Effort to Be Featured on Fox Sports West DANA POINT TIMES

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ish for Life, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to taking people with special needs out on the open water for a day of fishing, will be featured in an upcoming episode of Fox Sports West’s Angler Chronicles.

Dana Point Times December 19-25, 2014

The show spotlights the ins and outs of the fishing community in southern California and will profile Fish for Life’s efforts during an episode, set to air on Dec. 21 at 9:30 a.m. The show will re-air on Dec. 23 at 2 p.m. and again Dec. 27 at 6:30 a.m. DP

The Dolphins were set to host San Juan Hills on Dec. 15 and travel to play Capistrano Valley on Dec. 17. A game against Army/Navy Academy was scheduled for Dec. 18. Results were not available at press time.

Dana Hills has been playing without standout forward Paul Romero, Cameron Kaemerle and Spencer Madden. All three players were slated to start the season but have been nursing injuries.

Girls Soccer Advances to Quarterfinals of Aliso Cup At the Aliso Cup Tournament the Dana Hills girls soccer team went 1-3 overall, defeating Los Alamitos but losing to Long Beach Wilson in pool play. The Dolphins advanced to the quarterfinals of the tournament on Dec. 13 but fell to Troy, 2-0.

Dana Hills will play Norco in the opening round of the North Orange County Championships at Roosevelt High School on Dec. 27.

espite the change in weather, Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching captain Brian Woolley said the waters outside Dana Point Harbor have been holding their normal temperatures in recent weeks.

In his latest fishing report, Woolley said the emphasis has been on yellowtail. A few large yellowtail, ranging from 23 to 24 pounds, were caught as well as some large halibut that qualified for the outfits ongoing Halibut Derby contest.

Here is the latest fish count out of Dana Wharf. Due to the weather, several days were canceled.

12/15 2 boats; 35 anglers: 33 sand bass, 16 calico bass, 10 rockfish, 5 bonito, 5 yellowtail, 3 sheephead, 1 triggerfish.

12/14 3 boats; 60 anglers: 14 sand bass, 4 calico bass, 3 sheephead, 3 rockfish, 1 halibut.

12/13 3 boats; 55 anglers: 52 vermillion rockfish, 50 rockfish, 30 sand bass, 6 calico bass, 6 sheephead, 4 boccacio, 1 yellowtail, 1 white fish.

12/11 2 boats; 29 anglers: 31 yellowtail, 11 calico bass, 10 rockfish.

12/10 2 boats; 39 anglers: 21 calico bass, 16 yellowtail, 4 sand bass, 3 bonito, 3 perch, 1 sheephead.

12/9 2 boats; 63 anglers: 45 rockfish, 12 calico bass, 4 white fish, 4 sand bass, 3 copper rockfish, 1 bonito, 1 barracuda DP

Water Polo Splits Games at Villa Park Classic The Dana Hills girls water polo team went 3-3 at the Villa Park Classic last week.

The Dolphins (7-5) tournament bid began with back to back losses to Martin Luther King and Huntington Beach. The Dolphins lost the two matches by a combined three goals.

Dana Hills bounced back with a commanding 13-4 win over Mission Viejo on Dec. 12. Maddison Baba led the Dolphins with six goals and four assists.

The Dolphins followed up with a 13-12 triple overtime victory against Yorba Linda on Dec. 13. Baba led the way again, scoring eight goals, while senior goalie Blaire Borisoff tallied 16 saves.

Dana Hills notched one more win, a 13-6 victory over La Serna, before losing to Los Osos, 11-10 on Dec. 13.

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Dana Point resident Andrew Lasarge shows off a yellowtail caught aboard the Sum Fun. Courtesy photo

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SCOOP ON THE LOCAL SURF COMMUNITY

Friends, Family Celebrate the Life of ‘Doc’ Paskowitz

BY ANDREA SWAYNE, DANA POINT TIMES

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orian “Doc” Paskowitz was remembered by friends and family during a memorial service at the San Clemente Pier on Saturday Nearly 1,000 people gathered on the pier and the beach for the planned traditional Hawaiian-style paddle-out. High surf prompted lifeguards to advise against paddling out but a group of about 50 braved the swell to form a ring just past the breakers. The bulk of the attendees paid their respects from atop the pier.

Flowers were scattered across the water and the circle of surfers splashed water toward the sky and the Orange County Sheriff’s Department Harbor Patrol boat sprayed its jet of water upward as well.

Paskowitz died on Nov. 10 at the age of 93, leaving behind a legacy that played a large part in establishing some of Southern California’s greatest surf breaks. After leaving a career as a physician, Paskowitz raised nine of his 12 children with his third wife Juliette, surfing and sharing the sport through their surf camps while living and traveling in a camper. He is also

GROMS OF THE WEEK Crosby Colapinto, Griffin Colapinto, Alexxa Elseewi, Hagan Johnson, Malia Osterkamp, Jett Schilling, Malia Ward and Bethany Zelasko

credited with bringing surfing to Israel in the ’50s, attempted to spread peace in the Middle East via the sport and providing medical care to the needy across the globe. The Paskowitz’ controversial lifestyle—choosing not to send their children to school—was immortalized in the 2007 documentary, “Surfwise.”

The memorial incorporated traditions from Paskowitz’ Jewish faith, along with Native American and Hawaiian customs and spoken remembrances.

One such tradition was carried out by Adelia Sandoval of the Juaneño Band of Mission Indians, Acjachemen Nation, San Juan Capistrano, who offered prayers and song and calling on the four directions in honor of “Champet Mompt,” the new name given to Paskowitz at the ceremony. Juaneño tradition requires the name of the deceased never to be spoken again upon passing, necessitating the choice of a new name.

Champet Mompt means Ocean Brother.

For a photo slideshow from the memorial, visit www. sanclementetimes.com. DP —Sheri Crummer contributed to this report.

(L to R) Bethany Zelasko (Dana Point), and from San Clemente, Crosby Colapinto, Hagan Johnson, Jett Schilling, Malia Ward, Malia Osterkamp and Alexxa Elseewi were all finalists in the Surfing America Prime Event No. 3 at Salt Creek, Dec. 13-14. Not pictured, Griffin Colapinto. Photo: Jack McDaniel

Thanks to San Clementeans Crosby Colapinto, Griffin Colapinto, Alexxa Elseewi, Hagan Johnson, Malia Osterkamp, Jett Schilling, Malia Ward and Bethany Zelasko of Dana Point, nearly half the field of finalists at event No. 3 on the Surfing America Prime contest series belonged to area surfers.

A large swell arrived along the Southern California coast just in time to deliver big surf to Salt Creek Beach in Dana Point, for the two-day event, Dec. 13 and 14.

As one of the tour’s most formidable breaks, Salt Creek is known for providing a challenge to even longtime locals and professional surfers. These surfers more than handled the tricky conditions; they shined.

“We should call this the Surfing America

Left: Jonathan Paskowitz greets Eve Fletcher. Right: (L-R) Chief Tama Greg, Joe Kahapea, Kalani Akui and Paul Strauch Jr. honoring Doc Paskowitz in Hawaiian tradition. Photos: Sheri Crummer

Infinity’s Steve Boehne Inducted into Inter- RESULTS national Surfboard Builders’ Hall of Fame

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nfinity Surfboards founder, co-owner and master shaper, Steve Boehne was inducted into the International Surfboard Builders Hall of Fame on Dec. 6 in a ceremony at Doheny State Beach in Dana Point.

The Hall of Fame was created by Huntington Beach surfers Bob “the Greek” Bolen and Mike “Mickey Rat” Ester to recognize shapers and the impact their craftsmanship has had on the sport. This was the 15th annual event.

Bolen’s presentation speech included high praise for Boehne’s innovative work, from longboards, tandem boards, shortboards, surf skis and most recently, stand-up paddleboards.

Since starting in the ’60s, Boehne shaped an average of 500 boards a week for 20 years and now averages about 400 annu-

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ally, Bolen said, reaching a grand total of more than 40,000 with his crew, which includes sons Dave and Dan. The company shop is in Dana Point and the factory is in San Clemente.

“It’s amazing they give you a prize for making adult toys all your life,” joked Boehne in his acceptance speech.

Boehne’s wife Barrie was by his side at the event. Partners in both life and business, the two spent three decades competing as tandem partners and hold the distinction of being the winningest team in the history of that discipline.

Boehne joins a list of past honorees that includes Dale Velzy, Hap Jacobs, Mike Doyle and Phil Edwards. —AS DP

Surfing America Prime, Event No. 3, Dec. 13-14, Dana Point, Salt Creek Beach BOYS U18: 1. Griffin Colapinto, San Clemente; 2. Nolan Rapoza, Long Beach; 3. Nathan Young, Fountain Valley; 4. Ben Coffey, Santa Cruz. GIRLS U18: 1. Tia Blanco, Oceanside; 2. Meah Collins, Costa Mesa; 3. Malia Osterkamp, San Clemente; 4. Malia Ward, San Clemente.

BOYS U16: 1. Ryland Rubens, Pacific Beach; 2. Eithan Osborne, Ventura; 3. Braden Jones, Arroyo Grande; 4.

Josiah Amico, Ventura. GIRLS U16: 1. Bethany Zelasko, Dana Point; 2. Alyssa Spencer, Carlsbad; 3. Meah Collins, Costa Mesa; 4. Alexxa Elseewi, San Clemente.

BOYS U14: 1. Jett Schilling, San Clemente; 2. Griffin Foy, Huntington Beach; 3. Crosby Colapinto, San Clemente; 4.

Hagan Johnson, San Clemente.

UPCOMING EVENTS December 20-21: NSSA Open Event No. 6, Cardiff-bythe-Sea, Seaside Reef January 10-11: Surfing America Prime, Event No. 4, Santa Cruz, Steamer Lane January 17-18: WSA Championship Tour Event No. 6, Oceanside Harbor, South Jetty January 17-18: NSSA Explorer, Events No. 3 and 4, Huntington Beach, Pier

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Prime Salt Creek Masters,” said announcer and Surfing America USA Surf team coach Ryan Simmons—more than once.

The Girls U16 division saw Zelasko taking top honors and Elseewi claiming the fourth-place spot. Osterkamp and Ward went third and fourth, respectively, in Girls U18. Schilling won the Boys U14 division, Crosby Colapinto was third and Johnson fourth.

The Boys U18 win went to Griffin Colapinto, earning him a Surfing America wildcard entry—and second round seeding—into the American Pro Surfing Series Shoe City Pro QS1000 at the Huntington Beach Pier in January.

Their next Prime event will be held Jan. 10-11 at Steamer Lane in Santa Cruz.

—Andrea Swayne

SURF FORECAST Water Temperature: 63-65 degrees F Water Visibility and Conditions: 8-12’ Poor+ Thursday and Friday: Reinforcing west-northwest swell and some small new southwest swell prevail through the end of the week.

Better breaks through the region go waistchest-shoulder high Thursday, with size down just slightly into Friday. Winds and conditions look favorable for the mornings followed by an onshore sea-breeze each afternoon.

Longer Range Outlook: Another solid dose of long-period west-northwest swell builds for the weekend, showing the most size late Saturday into Sunday morning. Check out Surfline for more details and the longer range outlook!

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