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Volume 4
Issue # 12
April, 2015
INSIDE You won, now what? Judgment Collection explained
So you went through the long process of filing a lawsuit, winning, and being awarded damages. Now what? You have a piece of paper (formally known as a judgment) that orders the losing party to pay you a specified sum of money. In utopia that is all you need because in utopia every does what they are supposed to do and everything is Page B1 perfect...
Health benefits of Vitamin D & Menifee Sunshine By Melanie Gozlan Good health is vital to our overall well being and quality of life. As we began to approach summer we promote more activity and health throughout the entire community. Vitamin D, known as the "sunshine vitamin" is a steroid hormone precursor. Many years ago the knowledge of vitamin D was limited to its promotion of being a strong calcium source for the bones and
teeth. Time and research has brought forth many new findings and the connection with diabetes, heart disease, weight control, immune system deficiencies, bone health, depression, and even cancers. According to the CDC, in 2006 one fourth of the population was deficient in vitamin D alone. Eight percent were "at risk" for deficiency related illnesses. Maintaining the appropriate amount of the vitamin in your body can protect you in so many ways. Signs of deficiency include low energy, fatigue, depression symptoms, weak bones, muscle pain, sleep irregularities, and a low immune system. While benefits include promotion of the body's ability to absorb calcium, healthy bones and teeth. It reduces your risk of the flu and many common colds, pneumonia, cancer, chronic muscle aches, cardiovascular disease, depression, developing diabetes, autoimmune disease, obesity, multiple sclerosis, hypertension, and osteoporosis. It also promotes cell growth, reduces Alzheimer's risk and rheumatoid arthritis, protects lung functions, weight loss, and enhances good moods. We are lucky enough to live within the sun exposure zone between the 35 degree parallels of the globe. Natural sunshine is often more present then not. Sunshine is the number one source of vitamin D. The body makes vitamin D when our skin is exposed to the sun. To reap the benefits get outdoors! Enjoy a 30-60 minute walk around Menifee lakes or any of the surrounding parks and outdoor areas. The darker your
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skin you will need more exposure than others with light skin. Here is the kicker, sunscreen prevents vitamin D from absorbing into the body. Even the lowest of SPF's. Please, be careful with the amount of time in the sun yet let the sun do its job. If you feel it is too much sun then please protect yourself accordingly. Sun with SPF is better than no sun at all. If you are deficient in the vitamin then it will take a couple months of sunlight, proper foods, and supplements to return to normal. Vitamin D is found in many different foods. Cheese, butter, margarine, fortified milk, fish such as wild-caught salmon, mackerel, mushrooms, tuna canned in water, sardines canned in oil, yogurt fortified with vitamin D, egg yolks, and fortified cereals such as cheerios. Your body absorbs calcium with sufficient amounts. In other words, you can take all the calcium you want but unless you have enough vitamin D present you will not receive the benefits. What activates the vitamin is your kidneys and liver. People with compromised liver or kidneys can take longer to absorb it. Supplements can be found over the counter in many stores. For higher doses, a prescription is needed from your doctor. Discuss this when you go for a blood test next time. Vitamin D levels can be checked by a simple blood test at your doctor's office or a clinic. Many new studies are underway for even more benefits to vitamin D. Give your health a boost and get some Menifee Sunshine!
The saying often goes, “being an educator is often a thankless task”; however, for 7 dedicated educators in the Riverside area, that could not be further from the truth. After carefully reviewing the performance and dedication of these teachers and principals, 7 were chosen to receive the coveted Educator of the Year Award, two of which stem from Menifee. Page B7
Shop in Menifee Launches to Increase Local Shopping
The Menifee Chamber of Commerce and the City of Menifee unite to launch a website dedicated to providing downloadable coupons for local establishments to residents. The City of Menifee in conjunction with the Menifee Chamber of Commerce have joined together to launch ShopinMenifee.com, a website designed to offer local coupons to residents as part of their plan to increase local shopping in Menifee. Page B7
BREAKING NEWS
MEET MERNA - The Owner of Merna’s Café & Grill in Sun City How many of you remember a very adorable young lady about 5 who would show up to help her dad Abraham the owner of Boston Billie’s Restaurant? In fact, I remember that they created a step stool for her to stand on so she could reach the cash register and she barely was as tall as the tables but never the less, she would do her best to try and clear tables and her warm smile even at a young age was loved by all the customers. Over the years Merna grew up and at her dad’s side, she learned more about the restaurant business and really liked the business. Her dad ran Boston Billie’s for over 25 years and
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this year after working 12 hours a day, 7 days a week decided it was time for him to step aside. Merna had over the years learned a lot from her father and wanted the restaurant to stay in her family so decided to step in and take over the business. Her dad agreed and turned the business over to his beautiful daughter,”Merna”. Continuation on page A2
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Give your Palate a Change of Taste Whenever spring rolls around, its usually time to spice things up and find a change of pace, taste, and try new things. This spring make a resolution to try different cuisines around the city and you’ll be surprised at how rewarding being adventurous can be. Page A4
Congratulations to Menifee Resident – Darci Castillejos winner of the Eleanor Roosevelt Award
Being Perfect I’ve been accused of worse, but when someone accuses me of being a perfectionist, should I be offended? The issue I see is everyone knows they are not perfect, and I don’t ask someone to be perfect but I expect perfection. Let me explain.
Darci Castillejos, Menifee owner of the French Valley Café and a Navy Chief Petty Officer in the Reserves was presented the Eleanor Roosevelt Award last night at the Bahia Resort Hotel in San Diego, CA. This event was the Business Mega Mixer which was a celebration of Women’s History Month, Recognizing Women in Business.
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FINANCE Control Your Emotions in Volatile Markets
For the past few years, the stock market has moved up fairly steadily, with no major “corrections.” But thus far in 2015, we’ve already seen periods of volatility — enough, in fact, to make some investors jittery...
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CITY News Sales tax revenues up nearly 10 percent in third quarter last year Menifee's sales tax revenue numbers are in for the third quarter of 2014, and the news is good. Page B4
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MEET MERNAThe Owner of Merna’s Café & Grill in Sun City By Robbie MotterContributing writer
Merna now is 26 and very mature for her age with her own ideas of what she feels she wants her business to look like and what kind of food she wants to offer. A priority with her is that her staff needs to be the “best” for her customers. Merna felt if it was to be hers that she needed to start it as a new business and spent weeks getting all the paperwork and approvals needed to start a restaurant which included city permits, health permits and more. She is even working on a liquor license as one of her plans is to offer music, dancing, and to increase her banquet business as they have an amazing banquet room. She is starting small in renovations and has many more in her plans: first it was painting and adding new pull up blinds in the main dining room. Her future plans include changing the carpets, lighting and so much more but wants everything to be perfect so is doing each change carefully. Eventually she says it will be all done and will reflect her “Merna style”. She is still interviewing staff as her goal is quality service and excellent food coming out of her kitchen. It took her awhile to decide on the name as she knew that Bos-
ton Billie’s was really not a name her family picked; they bought the name when they bought the restaurant and so she wanted a name to reflect her family. She provided a list of names that she came up with and shared them with long time customers to see which one they liked. Everyone said “name it after you Merna, as it’s your restaurant”, so that’s how “Merna’s Cafe &Grill” became a reality. So now as you look up at where Boston Billie’s sign was you will see a sign that says Merna’s Café & Grill in red and white script. Already Merna is doing amazing things; she has hired some new staff for all parts of the restaurant and interviewing more, trying new recipes and giving the restaurant a more Mediterranean flair. Some of the dishes she is creating she is having her customers to try to see how they like them before creating her new menu which will add some great new dishes. Right now, she lists her specials on a board and
is working on creating the new menu and as soon as she has it perfect she plans to get it printed. Meanwhile, everyday on a board outside the restaurant you can see the wonderful specials she is offering for the day. Merna also has her dad’s community spirit. She recently did an in-kind donation of food for the recent Mayor’s Roundtable hosted by the Menifee Valley Chamber and also contributed 6 trays of Quiche for the GFWC Menifee/ Sun City Women’s Club Reciprocity Tea which everyone said was delicious. On a recent Sunday, I had the opportunity of tasting her Greek Omelet which was fantastic and at my last Nafe meeting many of my members tried the Greek salad and said it was delicious. She also let us taste stuffed grape leaves which is a Mediterranean dish and it was wonderful so it will be ex-
citing to see all the new items she will be adding to her menu. She recently also received some certificates of appreciation from Senator Mike Morrell, Assemblywoman Melissa Melendez, Supervisor Marion Ashley and the GFWC Menifee/Sun City Women Club for reaching out to help for a community organization event. Merna’s family, her dad Abe, mother Eva and brothers Billy and Brian are totally behind “Merna” on her new venture. In fact you
will see Abe still at the restaurant helping his daughter as builds the business. Stop in try the food and watch the progress taking place. However, please be sure to introduce yourself to “Merna”. Merna’s Café & Grill is a member of the Menifee Valley Chamber and can be reached at 951-3018870 or email mernascafe@ gmail.com. They are open 7-days a week 26850 Cherry Hills Blvd., Menifee, CA 92586
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Adventure Seeking Photographer Wes Warwick Receives Award By Arts Council Menifee Wes Warwick is always up for a challenge. As an experienced mountaineer, he has scaled the Alps and the Himalayas and backpacked deep into the canyons at Cedar Mesa, Utah. He’s been chasing Native American rock art and ruins for the past seven years. “We’ve been all over the place – to hundreds, if not thousands, of ruins,” said Warwick, 79. His Sun City home, which he remodeled to his own specifications, has walls filled with stunning photographs he has taken as he traveled extensively to take on nature’s peaks and valleys. “I remember where every one was taken,” he said. “The pictures are something I can take home with me.” Warwick’s talent with a camera led to his recognition as Arts Council Menifee Artist of the Month for April. His first public photographic exhibit was “Rhythm of the Land,” a one-man show at the Sun City Library a few years ago. He is a member of its photography club and joined Arts Council Menifee about two years ago. “I take every one of these photos for myself and if someone else enjoys them, okay,” Warwick said. “I have a good composition eye. When taking pictures, I visualize how it will be printed – how I want
it to look.” Photography has always played a role in Warwick’s life. He was born in Knoxville, Tennessee but moved to sunny Southern California at age five. The only times he has lived elsewhere were when he served in the U.S. Army for two years and six years he spent in Colorado for business. “Since I was raised on an orange grove three miles from Anaheim, I was always wandering the landscape,” Warwick recalled. “I enjoyed the solitude, freedom and the opportunity to be self-reliant. I’m still practicing it today.” Last year, when Menifee’s new Boys & Girls Club was preparing for its grand opening, Warwick signed up to volunteer. At the Clubhouse, Warwick was working in the recreation room and noticed the blank walls could use some dressing up. He asked Bill Zimmerman, the Club’s volunteer coordinator at the time, if he could donate 10 large framed photographic pieces to decorate the room. Zimmerman gave the thumbs up, and soon the walls were adorned with natural images that Warwick captured through his lens. “Wes’s photography is an inspiration to our youth at the club,” said John Whann, Executive Director of Boys & Girls Club of Menifee Valley. “It can encourage them to explore remote places and seek outdoor adventure.” Some of Warwick’s photos take advantage of unusual scenes found in landscapes, while others show the breadth and depth of what he experiences. “I try to put people in (the photos) because it’s what I like to take, maybe just to give it a scale. It gives impact to me,” he said. “I don’t take typical pictures of typical spots.” Nature reserves its most visually
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rewarding scenery for the adventurous outdoor enthusiast. Warwick has discovered this, and has developed a passion for finding those remote natural wonders, and sharing them through his photography. He climbed Mt. Everest in 2012, just one of the many summits he has mastered. “It was really fun – we had great guides,” Warwick said. Next on his to-do list is a trip to Patagonia at the southern section of the Andes Mountains shared by Argentina and Chile. Another creative outlet for Warwick is playing drums – which he has been doing for nearly 70 years.
He was in marching band during high school and college and was a company drummer while in the Army. He taught himself how to play the conga drums, Harry Belafonte style. He currently plays in a band – keeping rhythm in his life. For more information, please visit www.artscouncilmenifee.org or call 951-290-ART1.
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Food & Fun Give your Palate a Change of Taste by C.J. Leger Whenever spring rolls around, its usually time to spice things up and find a change of pace, taste, and try new things. This spring make a resolution to try different cuisines around the city and you’ll be surprised at how rewarding being adventurous can be. Sushi (Raw and Cooked) My first suggestion would be to try sushi; I know, I know, its a big leap for some who prefer to order the “usual” at their favorite place, but I felt the same way and then I found out that not all sushi has to be raw! You can ease your way into it by trying some cooked rolls, especially fried shrimp tempura rolls which are savory and a great first choice (fried shrimp, white rice, cucumber in a roll). Menifee has a few sushi spots around the city, one of which being Hana Sushi, just on the other side of Town Center. This place has a very good atmosphere and serves traditional Japanese cuisine; rated at 4 stars, everyone who comes here ends up with a favorite dish. Hana Sushi has a la carte menu items, roll selections, entrees and a few desserts. Hint: if you like spice, prepare your soy sauce with some of the provided wasabi, mix and pour onto your food. Breakfast Meets Lunch, Meets Dinner, with Mexican on the Side One of my favorites in terms of its eclecticness is Yellow Basket Restaurant. The establishments has 3 locations in total, one in Temecula and another in Santa Ana aside from the
one in Menifee; and it has a very diverse menu that will fill your hankering for breakfast, lunch and dinner all in the same sitting. Yellow Basket has a Senior Menu, which is one of my favorite things about it; personally, I think most restaurants should offer a senior menu or discount. Yellow Basket also has burgers, burritos, Mexican food and sandwiches. Its a great family restaurant, where each member can get exactly what they want and there’s a kids menu as well. This is a pretty good change of pace if you want to be adventurous and have breakfast at noon and Mexican for breakfast. Getting Fit? Its spring, some of you may make a resolution to go to the gym and them be tempted by fatty foods when you get hungry. If thats the case, there’s a healthier choice out there in Flame Broilers. The restaurant has a few locations around the country including Florida and Arizona and serves food in either bowl or plate form. For bowls they have 6 menu items which consist of white or brown rice topped with either chicken, Angus beef, or both; alternately you can have chicken with veggies, angus with veggies or the works, which has it all. I love their plates; served with fresh juicy fruits on the side and great veggies, their plate dinners are appetizing. EVERYTHING on their menu comes with clear calorie stats which are helpful if you’re on a spring diet, and they also offer mini bowls which are only between 370 and 380 calories total.
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Joke of the Month: What did the grape say after the elephant sat on it? Nothing, it just let out a little whine!
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Down 1. Military chaplain (5) 2. Compunction (7) 3. Survival (9) 4. Fifth sign of the zodiac (3) 5. Emblem (5) 8. Tried (9) 11. Physician (7) 13. Frighten (5) 15. Tempest (5) 17. Drinking vessel (3)
APRIL’s Fun Facts: 1. If you put two straws in your mouth, one inside a drink and one outside it, you won't be able to drink through either straw. 2. A 42-foot sperm whale has about 7 tons of oil in it. 3. A group of pugs is called a grumble. 4. The great wall of China is 1,400 miles long! 5. In 2013, Candy Crush made $850,000 per day! 6. There are pictures of Knights fighting Snails in old Medieval manuscripts and nobody knows why. 7. Dogs have been man's pet for over 14,000 years. 8. Extremely high pressured water can easily cut through a steel beam. 9. Over 50% of lottery players go back to work after winning the jackpot. 10. In Mexico, artists can pay their taxes using artwork that they create. 11. Hewlett Packard was started at a garage in Palo Alto in 1939.
Events Calendar April 1 City Council Meeting 7:00pm (City) Senior Lunch 11:00am2:00pm (Bost) Bingo 1:00-4:00pm (MSCC) April 2 Toastmasters 12:05-1:05pm(Rilynn) Toastmasters 6:30-7:30pm (Rilynn)
April 3 Cherry Hills Farmer’s Market 8:00am-1:00pm Bingo 1:00-4:00pm (MSCC) April 4 Provecho Weekend Family Brunch 9:00am-1:00pm (Prov)
April 5 Easter Sunday Champagne Brunch Sunday 10:00am-2:00pm (Bost) Karaoke 5:00-9:00pm (MSCC) Pancake Breakfast 8am12pm (QVFD) Ken Rice, Simply Sax 1:304:30pm (MLCC) April 6 Karaoke W/Nicole 5:009:00pm (MLCC) April 7 TEAM Referral Network 8:30-10:00am (Rilynn) April 8 Planning Commission
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Meeting 7:00pm (City) Senior Lunch 11:00am2:00pm (Bost) Bingo 1:00-4:00pm (MSCC)
April 9 Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission Meeting 7:00pm (City) Toastmasters 12:05-1:05pm(Rilynn) Toastmasters 6:30-7:30pm (Rilynn)
April 10 Cherry Hills Farmer’s Market 8:00am-1:00pm Bingo 1:00-4:00pm (MSCC) April 11 Provecho Weekend Family Brunch 9:00am-1:00pm (Prov)
April 12 Champagne Brunch Sunday 10:00am-2:00pm (Bost) Karaoke 5:00-9:00pm (MSCC) Ken Rice, Simply Sax 1:304:30pm (MLCC) April 13 Thomas Jefferson’s Birthday Karaoke W/Nicole 5:009:00pm (MLCC)
April 14 Ramona-County Carvers Wood Carving Show 9:00am (Val) TEAM Referral Network 8:30-10:00am (Rilynn)
April 15 Ramona-County Carvers Wood Carving Show 9:00am (Val) City Council Meeting 7:00pm (City) Senior Lunch 11:00am2:00pm (Bost) Bingo 1:00-4:00pm (MSCC) April 16 Toastmasters 12:05-1:05pm(Rilynn) Toastmasters 6:30-7:30pm (Rilynn)
April 17 Cherry Hills Farmer’s Market 8:00am-1:00pm Bingo 1:00-4:00pm (MSCC) April 18 Menifee Half Marathon & 5K 7:00am (MSJC) Provecho Weekend Family Brunch 9:00am-1:00pm (Prov)
April 19 Champagne Brunch Sunday 10:00am-2:00pm (Bost) Karaoke 5:00-9:00pm (MSCC) Ken Rice, Simply Sax 1:304:30pm (MLCC)
April 20 The Weekend Fundraising Event 8:00am-5:00pm (Val) Karaoke W/Nicole 5:009:00pm (MLCC) April 21 The Weekend Fundraising
(Pit) Pit Stop Pub & Grill 26900 Newport Rd (951) 679-0869 (QVFD) Quail Valley Fire Department 23890 La Bertha Lane (Val) Valley-Wide Park 30627 Menifee Rd Menifee, CA 92584 (951) 672-6744 (Beer) The Beer Hunter 30080 Haun Rd., #350 (951) 301-4700 (MSCC) Menifee/Sun City Concern 26842 Cherry Hills Blvd (Bost) Boston Billies 26850 Cherry Hills Blvd (951) 679-1756 (SCShop) Sun City Shopping Center 26928 Cherry Hills Blvd. (MLCC) Menifee Lakes Country Club 29875 Menifee Lakes Drive
Event 8:00am-5:00pm (Val) TEAM Referral Network 8:30-10:00am (Rilynn) April 22 Planning Commission Meeting 7:00pm (City) Senior Lunch 11:00am2:00pm (Bost) Bingo 1:00-4:00pm (MSCC) April 23 Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission Meeting 6:00pm (City) Toastmasters 12:05-1:05pm(Rilynn) Toastmasters 6:30-7:30pm (Rilynn)
April 24 Cherry Hills Farmer’s Market 8:00am-1:00pm Bingo 1:00-4:00pm (MSCC) April 25 Provecho Weekend Family Brunch 9:00am-1:00pm (Prov)
April 26 Champagne Brunch Sunday 10:00am-2:00pm (Bost) Karaoke 5:00-9:00pm (MSCC) Ken Rice, Simply Sax 1:304:30pm (MLCC) April 27 Youth Advisory Committee Meeting 4:00pm (City) Karaoke W/Nicole 5:009:00pm (MLCC)
April 28 Senior Advisory Committee Meeting 10:00am (City) TEAM Referral Network 8:30-10:00am (Rilynn) April 29 Senior Lunch 11:00am2:00pm (Bost) Bingo 1:00-4:00pm (MSCC) April 30 Toastmasters 12:05-1:05pm(Rilynn) Toastmasters 6:30-7:30pm (Rilynn)
(SCLib) Sun City Library 26982 Cherry Hills Blvd. (951) 679.3534 (Prov) Provecho Grill 26862 Cherry Hills Blvd (951) 246-3200 (Rilynn) Rilynn Professional Building, 27070 Sun City Blvd (951) 309-1032 (City) The City of Menifee 29714 Haun Road (951) 672-6777 (Kay) Kay Ceniceros Center 29995 Evans Rd. (951) 672-9673 (Mar) Marion V. Ashley Center 25625 Briggs Rd. (951)672-173 (MVCC) Menifee Valley Chamber 29683 New Hub Dr. (951)672-1991
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7 Riverside Educators Selected for Prestigious Awards
by C.J. Leger The saying often goes, “being an educator is often a thankless task”; however, for 7 dedicated educators in the Riverside area, that could not be further from the truth. After carefully reviewing the performance and dedication of these teachers and principals, 7 were chosen to receive the coveted Educator of the Year Award, two of which stem from Menifee. The award for Classified Administrator of the Year was presented to our very own Jeffrey Perez, the dedicated Plant Supervisor of Paloma Valley High School in the Perris Union High School District. Menifee did not stay behind in the recognitions; from our Menifee Union School District, Kristina Lyman took home one of the highest recognitions awarded in this field, and gratefully accepted the award for Principal of the Year! Kristina is currently the principal of Ridgemoor Elementary School. Also a receiver of this award was Julie Zierold, principal of Heritage High School in the Perris Union School District.
The awards which are presented to these top notch educators are considered to be prestigious recognitions as they are selective of just under ten individuals out of the tens of thousands of employees in Riverside County; all of which manage to provide educational experiences for over 430,000 students each year. In a time where the education sector has received much publicity over the lack of amenities, recognition and compensation given to the millions of teachers across the country, these awards come as a fresh reminder that these champions of learning and knowledge provide our children with the building blocks they will need in the future to excel as productive adults; these awards also put Riverside on the map of those few counties that participate in giving due recognition to the educators of our children. The awards continued on and the winner of Certificated Administrator of the Year was Richard. E. Davis, Jr., Assistant Principal of John W. North High School
located in the Riverside Unified School District. Accepting the award for Classified Employee of the Year and Confidential Employee of the Year were Audrey Smith and Denise Unice Gibson respectively. Audrey Smith plays her role in the education sector as Secretary II of Heritage High School in the Perris Union High School District, while Gibson offers her services to the Moreno Valley
Unified School District as their Human Resources Specialist. The final award for Site Support Employee of the Year was awarded to Sarah Nesvold, instructional Coach for the Special Education division in the Val Verde Unified School District. All winners of the respective awards were chosen by the Riverside County Office of Education, and the
selected individuals will be properly and officially recognized on May 5 at the Riverside Convention Center during the “Celebrating Educators Luncheon”. MenifeeBuzz congratulates the winners of these awards and sends its best wishes for their continued success and gratitude for their service. Contact the writer Inquiries@CJLeger.Com
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Education
The Perris Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce kicked off the 20142015 Student of the Month program in September 2014. The students are nominated by their teachers and staff at their respective school sites and are chosen for their character, integrity, love of learning, ability to persevere and overcome challenging circumstances, community service, and how they make a difference on their high school campus. February’s students and their families attended a breakfast sponsored by the Perris and Menifee Chambers of Commerce along with local businesses and organizations. Principals and teachers from each high school shared stories about the students and they each received certificates of recognition, numerous gifts, congratulations and encouragement from local, county, state and federal dignitaries. Heritage High School’s Student of the Month is Jose Mendez-Avila. Principal, Julie Zierold, describes Jose as an amazing student who is focused and is a great mentor to those around him despite having come through some very difficult circumstances. Jose shared that school has been a bit challenging for the last few years. Three years ago he witnessed his father murder his mother and has been coping with the loss with the help of family and friends. Through all of his difficulties he has continued to maintain good grades while also participating in sports, and having a long commute. One of the lessons that he’s learned through his experience is to always appreciate every moment in his life and to be grateful for what he has. He will be taking this lesson with him as he attends UCLA to major in biology to become an obstetrician.
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Menifee Buzz—www.menifeebuzz.com Perris Lake High School’s David Baker is February’s Student of the Month. According to Principal Dean Hauser, David, is a very competent and capable young man. He connects well with staff and students, and is willing to try different things. He’s involved in a number of school activities, including being a member of the student WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) committee, which provides the school’s accreditation. David shared that he enjoys attending Perris Lake and being involved. He’s also shared that although his childhood has been challenging since losing his mother at the age of 12, he’s worked hard to overcome obstacles and honor his mom’s memory, and be someone that she is proud of. David plans to attend Riverside Community College and obtain his degree in conflict resolution to become a counselor. Ryan Kemp is Paloma Valley High School’s Student of the Month. Ryan is the whole package according to Principal, Don Williamson. He is an athlete, a scholar; he continuously works and gives back to the community. He is the kind of student that every teacher wants to have. His AP Language teacher, Ms. McNicholas stated that one of the things that stand out about Ryan is his ability to listen, which will help him later in his career. Ryan shared that he has learned a lot from Ms. McNicholas, especially about problem solving not only in school, but life as well. He also credits his family, specifically his grandparents who have always displayed strong work ethics. Ryan shared that he loves to help people and feels that going into medicine is his life purpose. He will be attending Westmont College to become a doctor. Perris High School’s Student of the Month is Aaron Berry. Principal, Nick Hilton, describes Aaron as being a model athlete and scholar. He is intelligent and well-spoken; and along with his sports and school activities, he creates a positive presence at Perris High. Aaron shared that he felt honored to be recognized. Attending Perris all four years has provided him many opportunities to be involved in all aspects of school life. Most of which has been his passion for sports.
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Pictured are February’s Students of the Month; Sally Myers, Founder; Dr. Jonathan Greenberg, Superintendent, Perris Union High School District; Matt Johnson, Perris Valley Chamber of Commerce; Dorothy Wolons, Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce; Jose Mendez-Avila, Heritage High School; Ryan Kemp, Paloma Valley High School; David Baker, Perris Lake High School; Aaron Berry, Perris High School; Mayor Pro Tem John Denver, City of Menifee; Councilman David Rabb, City of Perris; and Councilman Julio Rodriguez, City of Perris.
So much so that in March he will be recognized as one of Riverside County’s top 22 scholar athletes and will also be introduced into the National Football Federation and College Hall of Fame, two of the highest awards for high school athletes. On National Signing Day, Aaron signed on with Azusa Pacific University where he will obtain his degree in kinesiology.
All of these students demonstrated a desire to work hard and have a drive to exceed others and their own expectations. The Perris Valley Chamber and the Menifee Valley Chamber wish them the best in their endeavors. If you wish to learn more about the Student of the Month Program, please contact founder, Sally Myers at (951) 506-8024.
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Local MSJC Honors Students Shine at Annual Research Conference at the University of Irvine By Shawnees Peacock, MSJC student Three honors students from Mt. San Jacinto College received prestigious scholarships for the research projects they presented at a statewide conference held on March 28, 2015 at the University of Irvine. The MSJC students were among the 400 California community college students who attended the 15th annual Honors Transfer Council of California Student Research Conference for California Community Colleges hosted by the University of Irvine. The students represented 31 of the 112 college across the state. A total of 13 students presented at the conference. Blaine Novak Pilch of Wildomar won second place and $250 in prize money in the Physical/Life Sciences category for his poster presentation titled Replacing Synthetic Fertilizer to Revolutionize Agriculture. Kylie Gardner of Hemet and Maria Jose
Lopez of Warner Springs each received the Exemplary Achievement Award. A total of 28 Exemplary Achievement Awards were given at the conference on March 28. Students must be nominated by the honors program from their college to be eligible for this award. Two $250 cash prize awards were given to Gardner and Lopez for their hard work. Gardner spoke on the technique of Gender-Neutral Parenting, while Lopez’s oral presentation focused on the rarely mentioned genocide against the Ixil Mayans that occurred during the 1980s in Guatemala. The HTCC Student Research Conference gives community college students from around the state that are involved in honors program at their institutions the unique opportunity to present the results of the research that they have completed for their honors course. The HTCC is comprised of the directors of the Honors Programs at community colleges around the state. “It gives me a great sense of pride to see students from Mt. San Jacinto College’s Honors Program present their research at the HTCC Student Research Conference at UCI,” said Professor and
Honors Program Coordinator Christina Yamanaka. “Their presentations are the culmination of a year-long process of researching their topic, organizing a presentation, and then preparing their work for an academic conference.” This year’s event was organized by the 2015 HTCC Conference Committee. The members of the conference committee oversee all aspects of the conference. Professor Erik Ozolins was the HTCC President Emeritus and Conference Program chair, Professor Yamanaka, was the Panel Coordinator and Conference Program Advisor. Five MSJC students, Erick Contreras, Casey Jacobi, Chris Powers, Blaine Novak Pilch, and Nicole Spagnolo, created posters to present the results of their research projects during the first session of the conference. MSJC students who did 12-minute individual oral presentations of their research were Trisha Felix, Kylie Gardner, Tamara Russell, Matt DeRemer, Nate Pavon, Jason Botello, Maria Josè Lopez, and Vanesse Hiten. In order to present at the conference, students must submit their research
projects to be rigorously evaluated and screened by the honors faculty by December each year. MSJC student Nate Pavon, of San Jacinto, did an oral presentation titled Americas Great Catalyst: Music from The Harlem Renaissance. His presentation focused on music’s roots in the Harlem Renaissance, its ability to enact social change and how it impacted the cultural identity of society throughout the 20th century. “Academically speaking this event is something that I hope to humbly brag about when I apply for scholarships,” said Pavon. “I now officially have a published paper so now when I apply to master’s programs this is something that I will reflect on and talk about and how I had professors that encouraged and guided me throughout this process. MSJC has set the standard for what I want for my education.” Each presenter had a faculty mentor to guide them along the process of conducting research on their chosen topic and provided their mentees with the tools to give a successful formal presentation. The faculty mentors for 2015 were Jim Davis, Maria Lopez, Erik Ozolins, Garry Raley, Alma Ramirez, Nick Reeves, Christina Yamanaka, Ted Blake, Michael Plotkin, and Charise Louie. MSJC student Ashley Kraus was an attendee at the conference and the students Stephanie Pomales, Jordan Browning, Johanna Kristine, Rose Alagon, Benjamin Pisa, Deidre Barriger, Param Tiwari, Rumbidzai Mushonga, Miriam Gonzalez, Tiffani Jones and Alyssa Duro served as volunteers at the conference. “Our student presenters, our volunteers, and the faculty and administrators who support them, are part of a fantastic team who do an amazing job of representing our college every year at the HTCC conference. Being part of this team motivates me as a researcher, instructor, and as an Honors Director for Mt. San Jacinto College,” Yamanaka said.
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You won, now what? Judgment Collection explained So you went through the long process of filing a lawsuit, winning, and being awarded damages. Now what? You have a piece of paper (formally known as a judgment) that orders the losing party to pay you a specified sum of money. In utopia that is all you need because in utopia every does what they are supposed to do and everything is perfect. Regrettably we do not live in utopia, however, I visited Epcot recently and that was close except for the high food costs, but I digress a judgment is nothing more than a pretty piece of paper. My office represents both creditors and debtors so we know both sides of the coin (no pun intended). Judgments take all forms such as small claims awards, unpaid support, litigation awards, and/or sanctions. Debtors have a few defenses to judgment collection such as collection exemptions, appeals, and the largest defense and the most ominous of them all - the filing of bankruptcy protection. Creditors have the same if not more choices when they decide to collect the
judgment. First, judgments are good for ten years after which they must be renewed. Judgment must be renewed before the expiration of the ten years. Assuming the judgment is valid, creditors can choose from a variety of remedies such as wage garnishments, bank levy, till taps, etc. There are pros and cons of each remedy. In my practice, wage garnishments are effective but usually spark the filing of bankruptcy protection which may require the judgment creditor to return all funds gained within 90 days of the bankruptcy filing. Real property liens are the most effective but may take years to cause payment to the judgment creditor. According to some statistics nearly 80% of judgments are never collected. That is great news if you are a debtor! Not so great if you are a creditor! My experience shows me that most litigants have “litigation fatigue” after a long contested court case, so much so, that the last thing the prevailing party wants is more litigation. However, for the prevailing party not to enforcing a judgment is like giving money away. Once a judgment
is issued California law sets an interest rate of 10% per year. Judgments may be one of the more boring areas of law but attorneys like myself find them interesting. Whether I am enforcing them or defending against them. Most law offices will take judgment collection on a contingency basis. If you have a judgment you want enforced or if you are debtor that has a judgment hanging over your head you should seek counsel unless
of course you live in utopia. Jeremiah Raxter, Esq Menifee Lawyer Concentrating on Business and Judgment Enforcement 27851 Bradley Rd, Suite 145 Menifee, Ca 92586 951-226-5294
Five Steps to Feel More Confident about Your Retirement It’s natural to have mixed emotions about retirement – it’s a huge life change that people spend most of their working life preparing for. While the thought of retirement is exciting, the options and advice available can sometimes seem overwhelming and complex. There are several simple things you can do if you’re feeling unprepared for your retirement years. Check out the following steps to help you get ready for this milestone. Determine your vision. One of the most enjoyable parts about planning for retirement is deciding how you’ll spend your time. Though you could just be looking forward to relaxing, you may also decide to move to a different area of the country, travel, volunteer or spend more time with fam-
ily and friends. Your plans can always change, but creating a list of activities you may want to pursue is a valuable and fun part of the planning process. Start with the basics. Developing a written plan is the first important step, but before you get caught up in the numbers, determine what you will absolutely need to cover expenses that are truly essential. Include basics like groceries, mortgage payments, healthcare costs and other financial obligations. You may want to make a list of areas where you could cut back and reduce your expenses if you hit a financial roadblock in the future. Make your plans concrete. Many people get hung up on this step, as it can come with a tough reality check. To
begin, calculate how much money you’ll need to cover your essentials over the course of a 30 year retirement, and then add discretionary expenses that accompany activities and lifestyle goals – such as travel and hobbies. Be honest with yourself and try to account for cost-of-living increases and rising healthcare costs in your projections. This will give you a rough estimate of how much “income” you’ll need in retirement to replace your paycheck and achieve your desired lifestyle. Then consider all the sources you can draw this income from – such as a 401(k), annuities or cash savings. Also consider breaking this amount down into smaller goals that you can more easily prioritize, manage and track. Protect your plan and your legacy. Ensure the beneficiary information on your accounts is up-to-date and that you have the right insurance and protection plans in place to safeguard your income and assets now – and for the long-term. Also begin thinking about the legacy you want to leave – to your family or to organizations that are important to you. Involve your loved ones in these conversations and clearly communicate your intentions and expectations. Track your progress. As with all goals, it’s important to set milestones, check-in and reflect as you go. Keep
in mind that a little time and organization goes a long way. Set aside one day each month to sit down with your finances, and also consider meeting with a legal and financial professional annually. Even if your goals still seem far away or if you’ve experienced a setback, you won’t regret spending the extra time to review your progress. This also provides a good opportunity to make adjustments if your situation or plans for the future have changed. Retirement planning can be a complicated, emotional and overwhelming process. Consider seeking objective advice from a professional financial advisor who can guide you through it and ensure you’re aware of all your options. It’s important to keep in mind that the surest way to feel confident about what’s to come is to do everything you can to prepare for it. Jeremy I. Taylor, CRPC®, is a Financial Advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. in Menifee, CA. He specializes in fee-based financial planning and asset management strategies and has been in practice for 11 years. Contact information: 951-679-2222. Located at 29826 Haun Rd, Suite 206, Menifee, CA . 92586, http://www. ameripriseadvisors.com/jeremy.i.taylor/profile/ Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA and SIPC. © 2015 Ameriprise Financial, Inc. All rights reserved. File # 1085241
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Public Events April Calendar:
April 8 Menifee Chamber Mixer Ponderosa Bar & Grill 27126 Shadel Road Menifee, CA 92586 5:30-7:30
April 17 Third Annual Women's Conference Menifee Lakes Country Club 29875 Menifee Lakes Dr. Menifee, CA 92584 8:00am-5:30pm SCORE Workshop Mt. San Jacinto College Rm #805 9:00am-11:00am
April 20 Southwest California Legislative Committee Mt. San Jacinto College Rm #805 11:30am-2:00pm May 5 SBDC Workshop 9:00 am-noon
May 13 Menifee Chamber Mixer Miller-Jones Mortuary
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Board of Directors Tony Amatulli, Chair Amatulli Auto Parts Andrew Vallejos, 1st Vice Chair Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians Karen Nolan, 2nd Vice Chair LCL Realty & Property Management Vicki Carpenter, , Secretary Coldwell Banker Margarita Castillo, Treasurer Castillo Heating & Air Conditioning & Margarita Style Yanik Gozlan, Director Menifee Buzz Jim Diaz, Director Lake Chevrolet Luis Hutchins, Director Atlas D. Consolidated, Inc.
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT Phil Liso For over 25 years, Phil was employed in three different cities as a Landscape Inspector. "The work was very gratifying on many different levels, from the actual outcome of Capital Improvement Projects to my daily activities" he said. These activities included overseeing the landscape maintenance of various City-owned properties to interacting with residents, sports and other user groups, and Home Owner Associations. Phil prided himself not only on the physical aesthetics of these properties, but also on the positive interaction with the residents, and the various groups he interacted with. "Being the 'face' of the City, was of great importance to me to leave a positive imprint". In March, 2014, after discussing his future with his wife, Phil decided to leave his career with the City to embark on a new challenge. Since 1995 he had been a member of LegalShield. On numerous occasions he utilized the service and had saved more than the monthly fee, not to mention the security it afforded him. With the positive results he had benefited as a member, he decided to partner with LegalShield to get the word out concerning the benefits these plans afford. Too many everyday Americans cannot afford the high hourly costs of an attorney, especially for legal events that do not warrant that cost. LegalShield believes everyone deserves access to affordable legal protection. For over forty years, LegalShield has provided members with affordable attorney access. For as little as $20 a month, LegalShield gives you the power to talk to an attorney about any personal legal issue. Whether it's big, small, or somewhere in between, your
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LegalShield provider law firm will be there to offer advice or assistance on a variety of personal legal issues. Your membership allows you to get help on things you may have never even thought needed an attorney from real estate to traffic tickets, from warranty disputes to being sued, and beyond. Their dedicated attorney network is the framework that enables LegalShield members to pick up the phone and call an accomplished law firm that is ready and willing to help with any personal legal issue. LegalShield attorneys have an average of nineteen years of experience and are paid in advance which means they are motivated and obligated to provide the best possible legal assistance. For the past several years, LegalShield has been partnered with Kroll Advisory Solutions to offer the finest identity theft protection at an affordable monthly cost. With Kroll, you can rest assure that if a breach does occur while being a member, Kroll will work to restore your records to your satisfaction, no matter the time frame. Phil says that he "has made it [his] mission to make individuals, families, small businesses, and other groups aware of the benefits of a membership with LegalShield".
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The Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce is committed to: • Creating a Strong Local Economy • Providing Networking Opportunities • Promoting the Community • Representing Business • Engaging in Political and Government Action The Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce is a proud member of the
The Southwest California Legislative Council.
The SWCLC is a partnership between the Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce, the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce, the Lake Elsinore Chamber of Commerce, the Murrieta Chamber of Commerce, the Wildomar Chamber of Commerce and the Perris Chamber of Commerce. Founded in 2004, this council represents the six Chambers and makes comment regarding legislation at the County, State and Federal levels. The SWCLC has partnered with many Legislators and has co-authored several pieces of legislation. www.southwestca.biz
NEXT MEETING APRIL 20, 2015 Mt. San Jacinto College -- Room 805- NOON RSVP (951-672)1991 We Mean Business! We hold our elected officials accountable to issues that impact job creation throughout Southwest California.
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RECYCLED ART AND FASHION SHOW CELEBRATES EARTH DAY See Recycled Material Transformed into Designer Fashion and Cutting-Edge Art, April 18 in Temecula
Recap of the True American Heroes Event Presented by the Audie Murphy Ranch By. C.J. Leger Audie Murphy Ranch hosted the True American Hero event, where all members of military branches, first responders, and other law-enforcement agencies were invited as the guests of honor. The event started at 11 AM, with the Paloma Valley High School Band kicking off the festivities with live music. On-site was also the local K-FROG radio station who was causing excitement with their giveaways for the evening. Some attendees were able to win 2015 stagecoach country music festival passes from the station, but by far one of the biggest piece of eye candy at the event was the unique collection of classic cars compiled for a special car show by the Canyon Lake Car Club. While the event was designed to give thanks to all of the current and past heroes of America, there was a special dedication to the ranches’ namesake Audie Leon Murphy; the country’s most decorated combat soldier of World War II; racking up an astonishing 33 honors throughout his military career, including one of the most prestigious awards ever to be given, The Congressional Medal of Honor. Murphy lived an exciting life while in the military, and after he retired he settled down in the Riverside area and continued to experience fame and glory, courtesy of all those around him who were enamored with his leg-
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acy. Murphy continued to awe his audience, starring in 44 films and delving into a successful country music composing career, working with Charlie Pride and Eddie Arnold. Murphy finally settled in the 1960s and dedicated the rest of his life to breeding and raising his quarter horses. With a namesake of this magnitude, it's not hard to understand why so many were present during the Audie Murphy Ranch True Heroes of America event last week. All those in attendance were greeted by delicious foods and fanfare; several gourmet trucks were on site readily serving customers one after another. The favorite food trucks of the day included the gourmet Grilled Cheese Truck, the Devillicious Food Truck, and The Sprinkles Cupcake Truck; all serving up diverse savory and sweet delicacies to the event’s patrons. The ranch offered a fitting setting for remembering and honoring the country’s heroes, with a picturesque view of the San Jacinto and San Bernardino Mountains as the backdrop. Today, the ranch spans more than 1100 acres and borders are natural preserve, a majestic location to honor such a magnificent man. After his death, Murphy was buried with full military honors in Arlington national Cemetery. His graveside is the most visited grave marker annually, only surpassed by that of President John F. Kennedy.
Looking for a memorable way to celebrate Earth Day 2015? You can discover intriguing and environmentally conscious works of art, along with cutting-edge fashion crafted from unexpected recycled materials, at the Recycled Art & Fashion Show, from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, April 18 at Monte de Oro Winery. It is presented by Hine Temecula Mazda/Subaru and Lady Jane Productions. The unique event, now in its fourth year, is a fundraiser for Mt. San Jacinto College-San Jacinto Campus Art Department. This year, the Recycled Art & Fashion Show is expected to draw more than 500 attendees, 35 vendors, and 40 models and designers. “This is an amazing event, bringing cultural awareness to the community -- emphasizing the importance, ease and impact of reducing disposable one-time use items in our daily lives by re-purposing and recycling otherwise waste material,” explained Jane Laskin of Lady Jane Productions, producer of the Recycled Art and Fashion Show. “This event also gives the local students and artists with a passion for fashion and design the opportunity to think outside the box, giving them the freedom of self expression,” Laskin explained. “They gain self confidence as they step outside their comfort zone and hit the runway -- to the thunderous applause of the captivated audience.”
The event is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. at Monte de Oro Winery, at 32820 Rancho California Road, Temecula. Tickets are $15 per person and can be purchased online, at www.recycledartshow.com. Sponsor and vendor opportunities are still available. For more information, visit www.recycledartshow.com, or call (951) 6782517 to reserve a seat. FAST FACTS: EVENT: RECYCLED ART & FASHION SHOW DATE: SATURDAY APRIL 18, 2015 TIME: 6:30-10:30 PM PLACE: MONTE DE ORO WINERY, 35820 RANCHO CALIFORNIA ROAD, TEMECULA, CA 92591 CONTACT: JANE LASKIN at (951) 678-2517; jane@temecularecycling.com WEBSITE: www.recycledartshow.com
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City Sales tax revenues up nearly 10 percent in third quarter last year Menifee's sales tax revenue numbers are in for the third quarter of 2014, and the news is good. Sales tax revenue for July, August and September 2014 was up 9.8 percent when compared with the same quarter one
Menifee Buzz—www.menifeebuzz.com year prior. The figure reported is adjusted for reporting errors and abnormalities. General consumer goods provided the most sales tax revenue, boosted by new retailers like Ulta Beauty and Auto Zone. The second highest category was fuel/service stations followed by restaurants and hotels. Sales tax revenue is a percentage of sales tax the city receives from each taxable purchase in Menifee. The funds collected help to pay for city services including public safety, parks and community services, and some road improvements. For more information contact Economic Director Jeff Wyman at jwyman@cityofmenifee.us or (951) 672-6777.
Wingstop landing in Menifee
Wingstop, the fast casual restaurant famous for wings, is making tenant improvements in it's new space in the Countryside Marketplace. The nostalgic, aviation-themed restaurant is located in the northwest corner of the shopping center between Chipotle and Panda Express. Wingstop is expected to open later this spring.
PA-31,what is it? PA-31 doesn't sound like anything significant, but to Menifee residents near Newport and Berea roads, it's code for a new park. Until a new, permanent name is chosen, PA-31 is the working name for this 8.78 acre park being built as part of the Brookfield development. The park is expected to be ready for fun this summer and will feature the following: three tennis courts, two basketball courts, two tot lots, a restroom building, picnic shelters and barbeques, a memorial garden, passive open space, a walking trail and a parking lot.
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LOCAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING COMPANY WINS NATIONAL AWARD
Air Force 1 Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc., Canyon Lake, CA, was named Small Contractor of the Year by National Comfort Institute (NCI) during their 2015 Annual Conference in San Diego, CA, February 22-25. This award recognizes outstanding achievements in Performance-Based Contracting*, quality workmanship, and dedication to customer service. According to Air Force 1 President Charlie Dieringer, “We measure our success not in the amount of jobs we complete, but one job at a time -- completing each job with efficiency and quality and taking care of our clients. Regardless of the scope of the project, we aim to provide the same high level of service to every person, every structure, every job – every time.” One important way Air Force 1 can say they offer only the best is by the fact they invest in continuing education for their employees on the latest home and building comfort and safety practices provided by organizations like National Comfort Institute (NCI). Those attending NCI training earn Certifications that offer further reassurance to customers. Why choose an NCI certified contractor like Air Force 1? For the same reasons most choose: 99 A certified public accountant 99 A certified realtor 99 An AMA-certified doctor 99 A bar-certified lawyer.
In all of these professions, the designations come to people who have studied, tested, and achieved a level of competence that resulted in receiving a professional certification. An NCI-certified contractor in HVAC system performance and balancing, or certified in carbon monoxide and combustion is no different. NCI certified contractors have attended classes, used specialized equipment, and are constantly up-to-date on the latest diagnostic and repair techniques in these fields. An NCI-certified technician has passed a recognized testing process which validates his or her understanding of the technology and procedures used in this field. In addition, NCI monitors their certified contractors and requires recertification every 2 years. “We are thankful for our customers and some of the exciting new things we see in our industry,” says Dieringer. “We will continue to strive to increase and improve our knowledge through training and to provide the best HVAC and Plumbing systems we can find. The comfort and safety of our customers are priorities and we will continue to work to make those priorities a reality.” Air Force 1 Heating and Air is a full-service, heating, ventilation, and cooling company dedicated to serving 15 cities in Southern California with the highest quality mechanical installations and service.
Photo of Charlie and Linda Dieringer being presented their award during NCI’s Summit 2015
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Being Perfect I’ve been accused of worse, but when someone accuses me of being a perfectionist, should I be offended? The issue I see is everyone knows they are not perfect, and I don’t ask someone to be perfect but I expect perfection. Let me explain. Seems in today’s world, everyone thinks they are an island. With access to the internet and every answer imaginable only fingertips away, people forget to ask for help. Excellence can be easily obtained with teamwork but only if a person learns to ask. If you utilize another person’s strengths while admitting your weaknesses you may find perfection in your work. Speed is a lousy excuse for not achieving perfection. Cutting corners, skipping steps and generally not caring about a person’s work is becoming all too common. My thirteen year old son rushes to get his homework done so he can play video games. Then I took away his video games and he did not have a reason to hurry but still did because his mindset is he “just needs to get by” and that is enough to pass. ‘Just getting by’ will never lead a person to perfection. Some people quit before even trying to aim for perfection because they have decided to already fail. Then, the next best thing is to tear down someone
who is doing more than getting by and actually aiming for perfection. So they call that person a Perfectionist in a bad way as though it is an insult. So go ahead, aim for perfection and make someone try to tear you down. We all know with help you can hit perfection if you really try and take your time. People commonly ask me what I know about the subject and I always tell them I talk to myself often about it. Because even I need to consult an expert once in a while and why not someone who is already perfect! (hope you are laughing) Up One Level!
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Control Your Emotions in Volatile Markets For the past few years, the stock market has moved up fairly steadily, with no major “corrections.” But thus far in 2015, we’ve already seen periods of volatility — enough, in fact, to make some investors jittery. Nervous investors may be more prone to make decisions based on short-term market movements — so how can you stay calm? First of all, when evaluating your investment decisions, stay focused on those factors that have historically driven stock prices. The U.S. economy is growing at a reasonably good pace, and corporate earnings remain fairly strong. Plus, stocks may not be as undervalued as they were a few years ago — as measured by the price-to-earnings ratio (P/E) — but they still aren’t overly expensive, either. Things can change, of course, but when market volatility seems to be primarily caused by short-term events, such as plunging oil prices, it’s important to look beyond the headlines to these less glamorous, but probably more important, fundamentals of good investing. By doing so, you can help avoid making fear-driven investment choices. What else can you do to help ensure that you don’t let feelings of anxiety influence your investment moves? For one thing, evaluate your investment mix. If you own too many stocks and stock-based vehicles, you could take a big hit if stock prices fall sharply during periods of volatility. Historically, however, bond prices have typically increased when stock prices fell — although, of course, there are no guarantees. So, if your portfolio consists of stocks and bonds, you are better positioned to weather the harshest ef-
fects of market turbulence. To further prepare yourself for downturns, you may also want to diversify your fixed-income holdings to include investments such as U.S. Treasury bills, certificates of deposit (CDs) and municipal bonds. The percentages of each type of investment within your portfolio should be based on your goals, risk tolerance and time horizon. Finally, you can help yourself maintain an even-keeled approach to investing by always looking for quality. Typically, higher quality investments fare better during market declines and recover more quickly when the markets rebound. How can you judge whether a particular investment is of good “quality“? A long-term track record is useful to study. It’s certainly true that, as you have no doubt heard, “past performance is no guarantee of future results,” but it’s nonethe-
less valuable to know how a particular stock, for example, has performed in various economic environments. If it seems to have done well relative to others in its industry and over long periods of time, that may give you a good idea of its quality. It’s never easy to take all the emotions out of investing, especially during periods of market volatility. After all, you count on your investments to help provide you with the type of future you’ve envisioned. But by focusing on the fundamentals, putting together an appropriate investment mix and constantly looking for quality, you can help “de-stress” yourself — and, as the American poet, novelist and historian J.G. Holland once said, “Calmness is the cradle of power.” This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.
From the desk of Tony Falco: Last month we covered material defects in plastic vs. metal. We left off at what could happen to steel braided lines and what to do if any of these fail. Steel braided lines are an example of a good quality material with an Achilles heel. Although stainless steel is surprisingly resistant to corrosion, chlorine attacks it, which then causes it to corrode and become brittle. These rubber hoses are encased with steel braids. The braids help secure the pressure of water that run through keeping the hoses from bursting. If the braids fail, the rubber hose will fail as well, creating a water loss. How can you prevent this? It can easily be avoided by keeping chlorine based cleaning products such as Comet, Lysol, and Clorox away from stainless steel water lines. So if any of these items fail on you as discussed in last months article and this months article, it is very important to save the item that has failed. Then maintain a proper chain of custody form filled out with proper documentation. Contact your subrogation department and they will take the failed item and contact the manufacture. Losses like these are becoming more and more common. You can look around your house to see if you have any of these items in your restroom, such as toilet flex line, fill valve and even your sink flex line. To help prevent items like these from failing there are simple steps you can take. First make sure that the pressure to your house is between 45-65 psi. To do this you can buy an inexpensive pressure gauge from your local hardware store and connect it to a hose bib that does not have an anti-siphon device; then turn on the water to get a pressure reading. Also make sure that you have a pressure regulator installed on your house. This helps regulate to the UPC standard of 55 psi. The acceptable pressure range is 45-65psi. The second step is to make sure all bathroom cleaning supplies are placed in a linen closet rather than underneath the sink. We hope these tips were helpful to you and can help prevent these items from failing. Sincerely,
Tony Falco, CR Accurate Leak Locators, Inc. & Menifee Plumbing 1-888-333-5325
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Shop in Menifee Launches to Increase Local Shopping The Menifee Chamber of Commerce and the City of Menifee unite to launch a website dedicated to providing downloadable coupons for local establishments to residents. The City of Menifee in conjunction with the Menifee Chamber of Commerce have joined together to launch ShopinMenifee.com, a website designed to offer local coupons to residents as part of their plan to increase
local shopping in Menifee. “Shopinmenifee.com is a tool to promote our local businesses and to encourage the Menifee community to shop locally,” - Jeff Wyman, Economic Development Director. Shop In Menifee is open for vendors and business owners to start signing up and offering coupons to the readership, and site visitors are encouraged shop locally and visit the site daily for discount coupons that can save them money on services and products at local establishments. “When people support local businesses, money is contributed to the city’s sales tax revenues which is a main source of city income used to provide public safety, parks maintenance and community services.” - Jeff Wyman, Economic Development Director. About - Shop In Menifee is a
growing online commerce com- in 2015 by the Menifee Chamber munity designed to provide of Commerce supported by the local shoppers with printable City of Menifee. coupons, redeemable at parFor more Local News visit ticipating local establishments. us at: www.menifeebuzz.com Shop In Menifee was launched
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Castillejos winner of the Local Darci Eleanor Roosevelt Award Congratulations to Menifee Resident
Darci Castillejos, Menifee owner of the French Valley Café and a Navy Chief Petty Officer in the Reserves was presented the Eleanor Roosevelt Award last night at the Bahia Resort Hotel in San Diego, CA. This event was the Business Mega Mixer which was a celebration of Women’s History Month, Recognizing Women in Business. The Eleanor Roosevelt –Hero Award – The spirit of Eleanor Roosevelt- Hero Award is to recognize an individual who shows dedication, commitment and results to improving the lives of women. This female professional is a role model to the next generation of business women. Darci in addition to being the owner of The French Valley Café is also a member of the Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce Executive Board and has been very active over the years in the Menifee Community. She is also President of the Menifee Valley
qualifications. Darci was nominated for this award by Robbie Motter, Event Coordinator for the Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce and Nafe Global Coordinator. “I am so happy that Darci was
the winner as they had hundreds of nominations and she was very deserving of this prestigious award” says Robbie Motter. For more Local News visit us at: www.menifeebuzz.com
Community Cupboard and Treasurer of the Menifee Action Group. Also recently Darco was awarded the Navy Commendation Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, NATO Medal, and she earned her Expeditionary Warfare Specialist
Meet Cosma Stamis Jr and his wife Jeanette Stamis of WEE-TOLE-U-SEW We Tole- U- Sew was established in 1997, The company is owned by Cosma’s wife, Jeanette Stamis who does all the creative quilt and both of them due the embroidery work as well as Cosma is the Operations Manager.. The Menifee Valley Chamber has used the company for years to do the Chamber logo shirts, hats and jackets. One of their major Clients that they
do all the uniforms for is REACH Leadership STEAM Academy which is a college preparatory elementary school which is dedicated to bridging the socioeconomic, racial and digital divide for underserved youth. Their grandson Michael attends the school which is located in Riverside, Ca. Michael is now 8 years old and they have been raising their grandson since he
was 3 days old. Cosma spent 38 years as a special education teacher, his wife Jeanette spent 23 years as a Coach Operator for Orange County Transit. The company was established in 1997, it started as a selling and craft business but Jeannette decided to make it a custom Embroidery Business and then later added Quilting. They pride them-
selves in providing quality work and service to their customers. They can do match themes for items, an example was they created a beautiful quilt with a Paris theme for an event I chaired called “Puttin on the Ritz” for the 2014 Chamber anniversary and this years anniversary they provided another beautiful quilt for the Silent Auction. Their niche is creativity and their foundation is giving back as they love to be involved in fundraisers. This beautiful quilt below held up by Kimberly Niebla our great Chamber Assistant was created by Jeannette for our upcoming 3rd Annual Strategies for Success Women’s Conference April 17th at Menifee Lakes Country Club WEE-TOLE-U-SE Ware starting their 4th year as a Menifee Valley Chamber member and they always contribute beautiful handcrafted items for door prizes, they have supported many fund raising projects in the area including the GFWC Menifee/Sun City Women’s Club for their Extravaganza 2 event this last September with a beautiful quilt for their silent auction which everyone wanted to bid on. To contact Cosma call 951675-7456 cell or 951-7769965 or email cstamis316@ roadrunner.com
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