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LAFCO/JCFPD Protest One Step Closer To A Vote
by Michael Hart
At Tuesdays Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO). meeting the future of the Julian Cuyamaca Fire District was not decided as the opposition to dissolution filed 615 protest signatures (approximately 26%) meaning that if they are all verified as valid a community vote on the JCFPD’s future will be scheduled for sometime in early 2019. The signature verification is being done by the Registrar of Voters, if 24 of them are determined invalid, then the decision by LAFCO at to move forward with consolidating the JCFPD into the County Fire Authority will proceed. If an election is required, LAFCO has discretion in determining the format, a mail ballot or in-person. When will be determined by the Board of Supervisors after LAFCO’s December meeting when they will formally make a request for such action. LAFCO Executive Officer Keene Simonds said “LAFCO will absorb the cost of the election and has set aside $40,000 for that purpose.” If the election is required the vote would be by the registered voters within the JCFPD boundary. It would be a simple majority decision. First there will be the election on November 6, when a new board will be configured. According to a LAFCO representative “the LAFCO Commission has already approved the reorganization and there is no process for reversal other than a successful protest and election to reject the determined approval by registered voters. The JCFPD Board is prohibited under State law from deviating the set course in the midst of the current protest proceedings.” So the new board will be seated with their hands tied until the vote to determine whether the district will remain independent. The other issue is Proposition QQ, it is still not clear if it will take a 50%+1 or 66% vote to have it take effect. Some observers have said if it passes with less than 66%, it would go to court. The proposition is asking locals to raise the fire service fee from the current $50 to $200 to cover projected shortfalls that have plagued district, and it’s proponents claim will keep the district solvent. If the vote in 2019 does not pass to maintain the JCFPD, then Prop QQ does not go into effect and the County would assume the costs for maintaining fire protection through the Fire Authority. The County has also promised, through the dissolution process, to pay off the additional $50 fee currently being collected for construction of the new Station. Currently the County Fire Authority is staffing the station under an interim agreement with the district until the dissolution matter has been settled. As a side note - the protest also offered a means for property owners to file and of the more than 4,000 property owners in the district less than 2% filed protests, had they reached the 25% thresh hold that also would have triggered a vote. The Registrar has indicated that they could have the signatures verified by late this week, so we will know, probably before November 6 if there will be a special election in the spring. That could influence some on how they vote on Prop QQ.
One Book One San Diego Peaceful Protests, “The March”
One Book, One San Diego announced the selections for the 2018 region-wide read: March: Book One, a graphic memoir by Congressman John Lewis, Andrew Aydin and Nate Powell; and Blue Sky, White Stars, a picture book written by Sarvinder Naberhaus and illustrated by New York Times bestselling and Caldecott-honor winning artist Professor, Peter Bolland Kadir Nelson. Each year, One Book, One San Diego and its partners feature one book for adults, one for teens, one for children and one for Spanish speakers. This year, One Book, One San Diego received over 500 nominations and chose one book - March: Book One - for three of the categories - adults, teens and Spanish-speakers. Blue Sky, White Stars is the children’s selection. The first in a series of three, March: Book One, is a vivid first-hand account of the early life of the Civil Rights icon, John Lewis, including meeting Martin Luther King, Jr. and the birth of the Nashville Student Movement. The highly acclaimed graphic novel is appropriate for all readers 12 and up, and is available in Spanish. In its 12th year, One Book, One San Diego is a community reading program. It is a partnership between KPBS, San Diego Public Library, the San Diego County Library, and a long list of other community partners. The purpose of the program is to bring together our community and encourage residents to join together in the shared experience of reading and discussing the same book. The program also encourages participation in related events, discussions of the ideas raised in the featured books, and examination of how these ideas connect with our daily lives and local communities. The Julian Branch Library is hosting its One Book event on Saturday, October 27 at 11:00 AM when we host Peter Bolland, Southwestern College professor and musician. Bolland will speak about the history of Peaceful Protests and perform a few songs, including one of his own, Marty and Coretta. The book “March, Book 1” is available for check out at the Julian branch, or we have some copies that you may pick up and read, then pass along to someone else. Branch librarian, Colleen Baker says, “This book is a quick read, about 30 – 40 minutes, and you receive a history lesson, not only about the author - Senator John Lewis, but about Martin Luther King, Nelson Mandela and Ghandi.” This might be your first time reading a graphic novel (think comic strip) although the book is classified as non-fiction. There are many ways to resolve differences without using violence. That is an important lesson in this book.
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Meet The Cast Of The 62nd Melodrama
The 62nd annual Melodrama played to sell out crowds on Friday and Saturday nights. I asked the audience both nights how many of them had taken part in a Melodrama at some time in the past and at least half the hands went up. Anthony Soriano is playing the Hero. This is his 7th Melodrama since 2010. Actually last year he was the villain but playing the Hero really seems to suit him well. He started acting as a freshman at Julian High School and is now very active in drama productions at Palomar Collage. He has a passion for the Medieval Times Dinner Theaters up in LA and Orange County. Alec Helm is doing a fabulous job as the villain! Last year he was the hero. His mother, Jennifer Helm and sister, Zander Helm also have parts in this play so it’s a real family affair. Alec, who graduated from Julian High last year, acted in quite a few school plays and won a talent contest for singing. He has acted in The Christmas Carol a few times as well. He works at the Julian Grill. Maybe they should have singing waiters! Jennifer McKittrick is the sweet Heroine. Her father, Dave Klump, has helped out many times with the Melodrama and Jennifer and her sister April were “Floozies” a few years back. She has also acted in the Murder Mystery Dinner Theater. She moved to Julian about 6 years ago and has a teenage daughter. Karen Gathier plays Lady Sophie. He moved to Julian about a year ago from Laguna Beach. She was a Junior High Drama Teacher before retiring. She helped Garnette Welch out immensely with the directing of the Melodrama. Karen loves to sing and is in the Julian Chorale. She is a welcome addition to Julian! Kevin O’Connor is a 12 year resident of Julian, retired Navy and a general contractor. This is his 6th Melodrama performance. Kevin loves to sing, is singing in the Olio for the second year and is a member of the Julian Chorale, the Hillside Church Choir and has sung in the Messiah the past 5 years. He has also acted in the Triangle club’s Murder Mystery Dinner Theater. Other cast members include 40+ year veteran actor Barbara Keresztury, Mary Jean Morris, Jennifer Helm, Zander Helm and Jarrett Jackson who is stage manager, as well). Garnette Welch is the director, MC and piano player. This is the last weekend of the Melodrama so come and enjoy the show with us on Friday or Saturday night at 7 or catch the Saturday matinee at 2. Tickets are available at the Chamber Office or online at EventBrite (type in Julian Melodrama) or at the door one hour prior to each performance. All proceeds go to scholarships for Julian graduates and we give one adult scholarship as well. We support youth activities and bring Santa to Town Hall for the little kids at Christmas. The Triangle Club is in need of new members if it is to continue into it’s 77th year. If you would like to join the Triangle Club or volunteer to help out with the Melodrama next year, please email us at JulianMelodrama@gmail.com or see us at the Melodrama! We used to go around tipping outhouses over, or turning over corn shocks on Halloween. Anything to be mean. Loretta Lynn
October 24, 2018
Volume 34 — Issue 12
Julian, CA.
ISSN 1937-8416
Lions Maul Eagles
Bradley Kaltenthaler with the Eagles first score
Fall Sports Schedules Volleyball
Shane Cranfield on his way with an 85 yartd interception return for six.
The Lions finish off the first half with a score Thursdays game against San Diego Jewish Academy was more a game of give away than the Eagles had planned. Both teams had fumble-itis, the Eagles only lost two but numerous time had drives halted when the ball slipped.. SDJA’s Lions scored the first two touchdouns on the day and Julian fought back to tie the game only to see it slip away at the end of the first half. Then late in the fourth quarter the Lions scored twice to ice the victory 34-14.
Halloween Bash At The Library Please join us at the Julian Library on Wednesday, October 31, at 4 PM for our Annual Halloween Bash! We are providing snacks and crafts, and holding a costume contest at 5 PM. All ages and types of costumes are welcome. Three grand prizes will be awarded based on age groups: children, teens, and adults. The Julian branch will also be participating in Trick-or-Treating earlier in the day. The theme of our Halloween Bash is Disney’s Coco, the animated film that was released in November 2017 and became an instant classic. The community room will be decorated to match the theme, with music to set the mood. There will also be a photo booth and an ofrenda so you can pay tribute to your loved ones and commemorate this wonderful family film. Disney’s Coco is a celebration of the Mexican holiday Día de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead, a holiday traditionally celebrated on November 1. Based on the belief that the dead would be insulted by mourning or sadness, Día de los Muertos celebrates the lives of the deceased with the food, drink, parties, and activities that the dead enjoyed in life. On Día de los Muertos, the dead are a part of the community, awakened from their sleep to participate in celebrations with their loved ones. In Disney’s Coco we see these celebrations throughout the film. In the film young Miguel dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol Ernesto de la Cruz, despite his family's generations-old ban on music. Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead. After meeting a charming trickster named Héctor, the two new friends embark on an extraordinary journey to unlock the real story behind Miguel's family history. We hope you are able to join us for an evening of Halloween fun, costumes, food, and crafts, celebrating Disney’s Coco and the beautiful Mexican holiday Día de los Muertos. For more information, please contact the library at 760-765-0370, check out our Facebook page @SDCL.julianbranch, or view the library’s online calendar at www.sdcl.org. The library is located at 1850 Highway 78, Julian CA 92036.
Triangle Club Melodrama Performances www.julianmelodrama.com
Wednesday, August 15 L 2-3 @ Hamilton HS Thursday, August 16 L 2-3 Home vs Calvary Christian Tuesday, August 21 — @Calvary Christian Thursday, August 23 L 0-3 Home vs Borrego Springs Tuesday, August 28 L 0-3 Home vs Hamilton Thursday, August 30 L 0-3 @ Ocean View Christian Wed., September 5 L 0-3 @ Borrego Springs Friday, September 7 L 0-3 Home vs West Shores Wed., September 12 L 0-3 @ Warner Friday, September 14 W 3-0 @ Vincent Memorial Tues, September 18 L 0-3 Home vs Ocean View Thurs, September 20 L 0-3 Home vs Calipatria Friday, September 21 L 0-3 @ Mountain Empire Friday, September 28 L 0-3 Home vs Borrego Springs Wednesday, October 3 L 0-3 @ West Shores Friday, October 5 L 1-3 Home vs Warner Wed, October 10 L 1-3 Home vs Vincent Memorial Friday, October 12 L 1-3 @ Calipatria Wed,October 24 3:00 Home vs Mountain Empire Friday, October 26 4:00 @ Warner
Football
Friday, August 17 L 32-38 @ Warner Friday, August 24 L 6-42 @ NOLI Indian HS Friday, August 31 W 60-0 Home vs Ocean View Christian Friday, September 7 L 28-29 @ Borrego Springs Saturday, September 15 canceled Home vs Calvary Chapel (Downey) Friday, September 28 W 29-22 @ West Shores Friday, October 5 FW 2-0 Calvary Christian Homecoming Friday, October 12 FL 0 - 26 @ Calvin Christian Thurs, October 18 L 14 - 34 Home vs San Diego Jewish Academy Friday, October 26 3:00 Home vs Foothills Christian
Cross Country
Friday, September 21 Citrus League #1 Saturday, September 28 Coach Downey XC Classic @ Morley Field Thursday, October 4 Maranatha Invitational @ RB Community Park Saturday, October 6 37th Souther California Invitational @ Guajome Park Friday, October 19 Mt. SAC Invitational Saturday, November 17 CIF Championsip @ Morley Field