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Volume 18 • Number 2
Bye-Bye Old Red Firehouse — Hello State-of-the-Art Station
The Farmer Road location has been home to the Julian Cuyamaca Fire Protection District since 1985.
The new home for the JCFPD will be ready for occupancy in April.
PHOTOS BY ANN REILLY COLE
By Ann Reilly Cole ~ the journal
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he Julian Community Services District broke ground in 1983, and built a building with $45,000 and volunteer labor. In 1985, the Julian Cuyamaca Fire Protection District moved in and proudly served the community from the Farmer Road location for 32 years. As any family that outgrows a starter home that’s big on memories but short on space discovers, there is a lot of work to do to prepare for
a move to new place where everybody, including the trucks, gets their own room. After years of planning and fundraising, and another year to build the new station, the JCFPD is finally packing up their possessions and heading down the road to a new Julian Fire Station designed to accommodate a coed team and modern firefighting equipment. “The move won’t be made in one
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speakers in every room. Brand-new central heating and air conditioning will keep the crew comfortable through the extremes of Julian weather. It’s all in a low-energy-use building that will keep electricity costs down. Not to be left out, the firefighting apparatus will have a bay with See JULIAN FIRE STATION continued on page 14
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he son of a mother who was a librarian, Don Winslow has been writing stories since he earned a quarter to write a play when he was six years old. Decades later, the bestselling, award-winning writer has authored 17 critically acclaimed books, with the 18th due out in June; has had two Hollywood movies adapted from his novels; and has written for television. Known to Julian residents for adapting and directing Shakespeare and Dickens plays, and for directing popular musicals on local stages, Winslow treated the Friends of the Julian Library to a lively talk on plot development geared to readers, writers and movie-goers at their annual meeting last month. Don Winslow’s fast-paced presentation at the Friends of the Julian Study tables and bookLibrary’s annual meeting drew a big crowd and a lot of laughs. shelves were moved aside to PHOTO BY ANN REILLY COLE make room for the 100-plus followed this format. Even vides the engine that drives crowd that showed up to common jokes utilize this the story. If the character gets catch some wit and wisdom Dr. Kentaro Dr. Susan rudimentary structure. what he wants right away, Yamada, M.D. Cervantes, O.D from the beloved author. Drawing an arc on a white however, there is no story, so Winslow took the stage and • Eye Exams •and Contact Lenses board referring to classic the second and longest comcaptivated the audience for• Eyeglasses • Eye Disease Treatment literature and popular movies ponent of the story is the midmore than an hour, discussing • Eye Allergies & Red Eyes as illustrations, Winslow idendle, where the character must the importance of basic • Free LASIK Consultation tified the essential elements overcome barriers between structure to a story’s success, • Quality Care & Service of storytelling. He showed himself and his desire. comparing it to the foundathat the shortest and most The third and final com* Same-day service available for eyeglasses. tion and architecture a important component of the Some restrictions apply, see store for details. ponent is the ending. Here, successful building. story is the beginning, where the character gets what he Call today to schedule your appointment! “Most of the time spent the characters are established, deserves, usually with a writing is spent building this 760 explaining that the reader or surprising twist, but always foundation,” he said. viewer must get to know the relating back to the setup at We offer a huge selection of eyewear from economical to designer, Aristotle taught that good characters through dialogue, the beginning of the story. including: • Coach • Fossil • Fendi • Guess • Diva stories must have a beginning, • Ray-Ban • Nike • Katenarration Spade. . . or andactions, More! so they Winslow talked about middle and end. It may seem will care about what happens writing as a repetitive learnWehe accept most Insurances, obvious, pointed out, but including Medicare and Tricare to them. ing experience, admitting 662 Main Street,this Suite B •not Ramona, CA 92065 (In Stater Bros Center) before Aristotle, was He went on to explain that that even after penning 18 www.RamonaEyeCare.com the case. Since then, stories the next crucial element is the books, he still gets caught across all cultures, no matter plot point, which reveals what up with problems in his how long or short, have the character wants. This prostories and has to go back and rewrite scenes. Quoting playwright Neil Simon, who is famous for “fixing” other playwrights’ troubled scripts on Broadway, he said, “Whenever I get into trouble in the second act, I go back to the first act. But if the Dr. Kentaro Dr. Susan trouble in is the third act, then Yamada, M.D. Cervantes, O.D I go back to the first act.” • Eye Exams • Contact Lenses In response to an audience • Eyeglasses • Eye Disease Treatment question, Winslow acknowl• Eye Allergies & Red Eyes edged that it can be a chal• Free LASIK Consultation lenge to choose the ending to • Quality Care & Service a story, but ultimately it is the *Same-day service available for eyeglasses. writer’s job to work it out. Some restrictions apply, see store for details. For Julian Library patrons, it was an afternoon that began Call today to schedule your appointment! with an exciting introduction 760 to a successful author, continued with a nuts-and-bolts We offer a huge selection of eyewear from economical to designer, explanation of what it takes to including: • Coach • Fossil • Fendi • Guess • Diva • Ray-Ban • Nike • Kate Spade. . . and More! develop a plot line, and ended with a deeper appreciation for We accept most Insurances, including Medicare and Tricare 1662 Main Street, Suite B • Ramona, CA 92065 (In Stater Bros Center) the power and value of good storytelling. n www.RamonaEyeCare.com
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Community Valley Bank Will Open Their Doors — Next Door By Ann Reilly Cole ~ the journal
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fter months of delays, Community modern banking possible. Valley Bank has changed the “A couple of weeks after we are in location — but not their plans the building we’ll be able to update — to open a branch office in Julian. the community about an opening State Historical Society regulations date,” said Umphreyville, who is very ultimately made it impossible for CVB eager to get the project under way. to install an automated teller machine Julian will be the fourth commuand a night drop box in the historic nity to join the CVB family of banks. Frary House, which they initially chose for their branch office. Instead, they have made arrangements to lease space next door in the D.G. McKinney Building at 2015 Main St., Ste. 8 — the former home of The Falcon Gallery. “We should take possession of the premises on March 1,” said Toni Umphreyville, chief financial officer for the bank. Although CVB still needs final approval for its plans, it should be no problem for them to create a bank with the amenities that Community Valley Bank has leased space in the D.G. McKinney modern customBuilding, where they will begin renovations to open a branch ers have come to in March. PHOTOS BY CAROL KINNEY expect. Since the new location, which was built in 1988, is not a designated historic landmark, the ATM and night drop box have already been approved for installation. In compliance with the guidelines of the Architectural Review Board, the bank will make no changes to State Historical Society rules made it impossible to install an ATM and the exterior of the a night deposit drop box in the Frary House, now home to Kathy’s building. And in Dress Shop. keeping with the historic nature of Main Street, the Beginning in Imperial Valley with exterior business signage will be made branches in El Centro and Brawley of wood and be free of logos. in 2008, the company expanded to Inside, they will make the needed open an office in Palm Dessert in changes to efficiently serve customers, 2015, and now will be coming up to installing teller counters and bringing the high country. n in a safe and the machines that make
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Words That Count
By Taylor Cole
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ords change the way we view the world. Words change the way we see success and failure. Words can change us from being nonchalant to being an active voice in our community. Words expand our knowledge outside of our present environment. Words, especially good ones, have the power to create a desire in you to change the world. At least, the right words do. I had the privilege to hear the words associated with Students Stand #withMalala, a scholarship opportunity presented by the Malala Foundation in partnership with Girl Scouts of the USA. Malala Yousafzai received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2014 for transforming girls’ rights to an education. The qualification for this scholarship was to inspire girls to continue leveling the educational playing field. The task was to improve girls’ education. Hearing those words inspired me, because I am passionate about education, especially the education of girls, which is extremely lacking in many parts of the world. Since my first day of preschool, I wanted to learn and know it all. I paid attention to what the older kids were learning in my multilevel classroom. My mother, the bestower of ideas, suggested the concept of my service project. The words she spoke formed
Taylor Cole of Julian, left, and Amira Walia of Scripps Ranch were awarded $3,500 college scholarships from Students Stand #withMalala and Girl Scouts. Cole, a 17-year-old Senior Girl Scout, collected food and cash to help feed “Renaissance Scholars” at University of San Diego as part of a service project to earn the scholarship. PHOTOS BY ANN REILLY COLE
a string of pearls in my mind. Colleges offer full-ride scholarships to students who meet the requirements, but cannot afford to attend. These kids aren’t privileged. They are heroes at home — if they have a home — for making it this far. I was impressed. Colleges are finally allowing a broader range of students into their schools. The next string of words that came out of her mouth were not beautiful. These students rely on the school
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cafeteria to get their daily nutrition. During school breaks, cafeterias close, leaving students to fend for themselves. So I set out to rewrite their story. My first job was to screen the movie, “He Named Me Malala,” about the life of Malala. After our group watched the movie, we discussed the difficulties girls have to overcome to get educated. Then I contacted three universities in San Diego County and discovered that University of San Diego has a program called “Renaissance Scholars,” designed to help students who have aged out of the foster care system. I talked
with the director of the program, and together we decided that the best way to help these girls was to give them gift cards to local restaurants. Over the next couple of weeks, I met with restaurants to ask for donations. The generosity of these businesses inspired me. Meeting with the director to hand over all the gift certificates was incredible, because I got to see just how impressed she was. I surpassed her expectations by having a gift card for every girl in the program. Her face said it all. My next step was to create and post a two-minute video to explain my project — another challenge. It took hours of edits to shrink my 10-minute video into a twominute time slot. (See the video at www.youtube.com/ watch?v=Meon3h2IFxw.) I really had to make my
words count. I submitted it to the panel of judges, waited for a response and was awarded $3,500 toward my college expenses. Winning this scholarship boosted my confidence. I was filled with pride for the recognition of my work. Mostly, though, I was filled with appreciation that I was able to use my God-given gifts of compassion, dedication and perseverance to succeed. I want to leave you with one last string of words. Let what the people around you say inspire you to do good, whether that message is positive or negative, uplifting or condescending. Use it to create positive change for yourself and the millions of hearts and souls around the world. n Taylor Cole is a resident of Julian.
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Discover Julian’s Rich History at Gold Rush Days
By Angela McLaughlin ~ the journal
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magine standing near a creek when your eye catches a flash of light as the sun reflects off a speck of gold in the water.
4444 Highway 78 in Wynola, the event will feature a variety of activities and entertainment for visitors. “Prospectors will gather
From the first discovered fleck of gold to today, Julian has a fascinating history that dates back to its conception during the 1870s Gold Rush. What better way to celebrate such a history than at the annual Julian Gold Rush Days? Julian Chamber of Commerce will host this annual event on April 1 and 2, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Located at Julian Mining Company,
for a weekend of treasure hunting, mining, shopping, eating and learning the ways of the Old West,” said Gina Cross, co-owner of Julian Mining Company. From tomahawk throwing demonstrations and historic skits, to candle dipping and gold panning, there is something for the whole family. Food and drinks will be available for purchase, and children may enjoy pony rides
or a visit to the petting zoo. “You get to step back in time and see what it must have felt like to find a little sparkling nugget in your pan!” said Tracy Turner of the Chamber. “Julian’s Gold Rush Days is great fun for the entire family.” Cross added that panning for gold is not just an activity for kids, but for people looking for a new hobby, as well. “It’s fun to learn how to gold-pan,” says Cross. “It’s
fun for adults and couples to do together.” This year, the event will include raffle prizes from local restaurants and merchants. As an added benefit for those who visit Julian that weekend, event-goers may bring any receipt or combination of receipts totaling $25 or more from businesses in Julian for free entry into the raffles. “Tons of businesses in Julian have donated gift certificates to do raffles,”
said Cross, adding that there will be many chances to win over the weekend. “We are also going to have a gold nugget raffle on both days.” Admission is $3 for adults, and kids 12 and under enter free. For information, visit www.juliangoldrushdays.com. Take a step back in history, learn more about the town’s past and get a glimpse of what life was like in an earlier time! n
Ranchita Fire Department Swap Meet and BBQ A combined spring swap meet, rummage sale and barbecue are on the schedule for the Ranchita Fire Department. The event will be held March 26, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., with barbecue served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Weather permitting, the sale will be held at the vacant lot east of the fire station on Montezuma Valley Road, and will feature arts and crafts and many other items. For information, call Don Rowan at 760-315-2681. n
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et your stomach ready and your palate prepared for sumptuous flavors — the ninth annual Taste of Julian is right around the corner. Julian may be well known for its apples and apple pie, but there is far more to this
A Culinary Tour of Julian town than meets the eye. Talented chefs and beverage makers are flourishing here, and excitement for this event is palpable. The self-guided tour will take place April 8, from 1 to 5 p.m., and will give visitors
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the chance to sample many of the delicious cuisines that Julian has to offer. With more than 15 local establishments participating, it is sure to be a day to remember, as mouthwatering samples of appetizers, entrees, desserts and beverages await guests’ tasting pleasure. Tickets for the event are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. Information may be found by visiting www. atasteofjulian.com. A shuttle service will also be available this year for $10 per person and will transport attendees among the participating locations during the event. “If people want to go out to the wineries and places on the outskirts of town, they can catch a ride,” said event chairperson Robin Boland. Free parking may be found in the parking lot at Fourth and B streets. Sponsored by the Julian Chamber of Commerce, the Taste is a fundraising event that benefits the efforts to
Woman’s Club Welcomes Scholarship Applications Julian Woman’s Club recognizes that education beyond high school has become more relevant in the 21st century and is necessary to secure employment, build careers and improve one’s quality of life. High school graduates who reside in the Julian Union High School District, including home-schooled graduates, are invited to apply for a 2017 scholarship. The application deadline is May 1. The club will award six scholarships this year —
five will be $1,000 awards from the Julian Woman’s Club, and the sixth will be the Mary Hobson Memorial Scholarship in an amount to be determined. The organization also offers scholarships to Julianarea adults who wish to return to college or attend a technical school. Scholarships are awarded through a competitive process, which will consider grade point average, special abilities, community service
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Borrego Desert Research Center at 401 Tilting T Dr., Borrego Springs, CA 92004. Tickets are $55 per person, available at www.theabf. org/50thcelebration. Contact Bri Fordem at bfordem@theabf.org or 760-767-0446, ext. 1006, for information. Registration includes an exclusive tour before the main anniversary party. Tours are optional; first come, first served; and are available for participants of all abilities, including hikers and drivers. n
A hiking excursion is one of several tours available before the 50th anniversary celebration. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE ANZA-BORREGO FOUNDATION
Daffodil Show Presents a Bounty of Blooms The 13th annual Daffodil Show, held March 4 and 5, treated visitors to beautiful displays of various types of daffodils. As one of the first flowers to bloom in spring, daffodils are often considered the “flower of hope.” PHOTOS BY ANGELA MCLAUGHLIN
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arner Union School District is searching for a new superintendent following the resignation of Melissa Brown. Brown, who resigned as superintendent Jan. 30, will continue to receive the remainder of her annual salary of $120,000 through the end of the fiscal year. Chief Business Official Andrea Sissons said Brown’s threeyear contract was scheduled to end June 30. “She notified staff and left
that day,” Sissons said of the Jan. 30 occurrence. The board was already aware of Brown’s resignation. No reason for the resignation was made public. Lou Obermeyer, retired superintendent from the Valley Center school district, is filling in as interim superintendent until the position is filled. She came on board Feb. 1. Obermeyer said she will be working toward a smooth transition with the new superintendent. The County
Board of Education is overseeing a nationwide search for the position. The WUSD Board of Trustees has also gone through a transition period. Trustee Brandi Taylor resigned from the board on Jan. 13. Board President Angela Acosta turned in her resignation earlier in the school year. Trustee Ed Norte chose not to run for re-election, thus creating two open positions for the General Election in November. Newly elected board
Apply for SDG&E’s Electric Vehicle Bill Credit Electric vehicles (EVs) help create cleaner air and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Now, the region’s 23,000 EV drivers can enjoy a credit each year on their SDG&E bill. Those who drive an allelectric vehicle or a plug-in hybrid EV may enroll at www.sdge.com/evcc to receive a credit of at least $50 on their SDG&E residential bill. The Electric Vehicle Climate Credit is part of a statewide greenhouse gas
reduction program administered by the California Air Resources Board (CARB). “In San Diego, transportation produces more than half of all harmful air emissions,” said Michael Schneider, SDG&E Vice President of Operations Support and Chief Environmental Officer. “With more than 40 percent of SDG&E’s energy generated from renewable resources, each mile driven using electricity from the local power grid reduces the region’s carbon footprint.”
Widening intersections, adding lanes and shoulders, and installing a new traffic signal on SR-67 at Dye Road is expected to be completed in the spring of 2018, at a cost of $5.4 million. Caltrans’ major construction map for the 24 San Diego projects is available online at http://www.dot. ca.gov/d11/maps/MajConstSD.pdf. Funding for these projects comes from the federal gas tax, state gas tax, the TransNet half-cent sales tax and local contributions. n
Brown of “micromanaging” the district. At other board meetings, parents often spoke out against Brown’s way of running the district. The Warner Springs district has 169 students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, with a staff of 38. A new superintendent is expected to be hired by the end of April, Sissons said. She did not know how far along the search has gone or how many people have applied for the position, since it is being handled by the county office. n
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Area Projects on Caltrans’ 2017 List The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) hosted its annual transportation update event Feb. 28. It was an opportunity for regional transportation experts to provide a forecast of transportation projects in San Diego County for 2017. Two local projects are included on the 24-item list. Installing centerline “channelizers” on State Route 67 from Willow Road in Lakeside to Shady Oaks Drive in Ramona is expected to see completion this fall, at a cost of $7.15 million.
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ONGOING EVENTS Live Webcam Views of Julian Julian Chamber of Commerce, www.visitjulian.com/julian-cawebcam. Julian Pioneer Museum, www.julianpioneer museum.org/web-cam. American Legion Post 468 hosts fundraising dinners and breakfasts at 2503 Washington St. to benefit community groups and clubs. 760-765-0126 Anza-Borrego Foundation educational programs, hikes and more. www.theabf.org Julian Backcountry Quilt Trail along Hwys. 78 and 79 and other roads in Julian, Santa Ysabel, Warner Springs and Ramona. Look for painted wooden “quilt”
blocks on homes and businesses, including the Julian town area. www.julianbackcountryquilttrail. org Julian Doves and Desperados award-winning historical comedy skits Sun. at 1, 2 and 3 pm (weather permitting) at the stage area on Main Street. 760-765-1857 Jeremy’s on the Hill music Sat. and Sun. 5 pm; Mon. 6 pm, 4354 Hwy. 78. 760-765-1587 www.jeremysonthehill.com Music at Julian Station Sun. live music 1-4 pm; wine, beer, hard cider and mead tasting rooms; outdoor patio and restaurant. Julian Station, 4470 Hwy. 78. www.julianstation.com
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Music on the Mountain first Tues. 6 pm at Julian Library 1850 Hwy. 78. 760-765-2239 Santa Ysabel Store & Backcountry Visitor Center Fri.Sun. 11-5, 30275 Hwy. 78, Santa Ysabel. sohosandiego.org/sygs/ index.htm Warner-Carrillo Ranch House Sat.-Sun. 12-4, 29181 San Felipe Rd., Warner Springs. sohosandiego.org/main/ warnercarrillo.htm Wynola Pizza & Bistro live entertainment Fri.-Sat., 6-9 pm, at 4355 Hwy. 78. Music calendar www. wynolapizza.com. 760-765-1004 Guided Nature Hikes schedule and information at hikes@sdrvc. org. 858-674-2275 ext. 12 Volcan Mountain Foundation art adventures, trail explorations, lectures, educational hikes. 760-765-2300 www.volcanmt.org MEETINGS Anza Valley Artists third Sat., art-related field trips, art shows and sales. Sundee Ziegler, 951-208-5045 Architectural Review Board first Tues. 7 pm, in Town Hall, 2129 Main St. 760-765-1343 Intermountain Republican Women Federated welcomes members, spouses and guests from Julian, Santa Ysabel, Ramona and backcountry. 760-788-6342 www.inter mountainrwf.com
Julian Arts Chorale Rehearsals Mon. at 6 pm at Julian Community United Methodist Church. Updates on “Julian Arts Chorale” Facebook page. Julian Arts Guild meetings second Wed. 4 pm and demonstrations fourth Tues. 6 pm (except Dec.) at Julian Library, 1850 Hwy. 78. www.julianartsguild.org Julian Chamber of Commerce Mixers first Thurs. 5:30–7:30 pm. Location 760-765-1857 www. julianca.com Julian Chamber of Commerce Board third Thurs. 6 pm, Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main St. 760-765-1857 Julian Chamber Networking Breakfast third Wed. 8 am. Location 760-765-1857 Julian Community Planning Group second Mon. 7 pm, Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main St. Julian Lions Club second and fourth Thurs. 7 pm in Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main St. Joe Conolly, 760-533-6242 Julian Historical Society fourth Wed. 7 pm, 2133 Fourth St. 760-765-0436 Julian Union High School District Board Meetings third Thurs. at 6 pm unless specified. Room 4, 1656 Hwy. 78. www.juhsd.org/ district/board-of-education Julian Woman’s Club first Wed. 1 pm, 2607 C St., except July and August. 760-765-4702 www.julianwomansclub.org Julian Woman’s Club first Wed. 1 pm, 2607 C St., except July and August. 760-765-4702 www.julianwomansclub.org Palomar Health free and lowcost health education classes and screenings. 800-628-2880 www. palomarhealth.org/classes
March 2017 Daffodils, lilacs and desert wildflowers in bloom 26: Ranchita Fire Department Swap Meet and BBQ from 8-2, with barbecue served from 11-2 at fire station on Montezuma Valley Road. 760-315-2681 26: Volcan Mountain Foundation Dinner Dance at 4:30 pm at Camp Stevens, 1108 Banner Rd. $75 in advance. www.volcanmt.org 28, 29 & 30: Spencer Valley School’s ‘Shakespeare ShakeUp’ Show at 6 pm March 28 and 30. Dinner theater at 5 pm March 29 by advance reservation; call 760-765-0336. April 2017 1: Fourth of July Parade Fundraiser from 5-8 pm at Wynola Pizza & Bistro, 4355 Hwy. 78. Dinner, cocktails, musical entertainment and silent auction. 1: ‘Gold Hill’ Musical & Contra Dance from 1-9 pm at Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main St. www.juliantours.org 1: Anza-Borrego Foundation 50th Anniversary Party from 2-5 at Steele/Burnand Anza-Borrego Desert Research Center at 401 Tilting T Dr., Borrego Springs, CA 92004. Tickets, bfordem@theabf. org 1-2: Gold Rush Days celebrate the Julian gold discovery of 1869 at Julian Mining Company, 4444 Hwy. 78. Re-enactments, activities, vendors. www. juliangold rushdays.com 8: Taste of Julian sample cuisine and beverages in and around Julian. 760-765-1857 www. atasteofjulian.com 13-14: Julian Family Fiddle Camp Concerts Evenings. Tickets at Julian Chamber of Commerce office, 2129 Main St. www. familyfiddlecamp.com 20: Julian Union High School District Board Meeting at 6 pm, 1656 Hwy. 78, Room 4. www. juhsd.org/district/board-ofeducation 22: Fire Station Grand Opening from 10-4 at Julian-Cuyamaca Fire Protection District Station, 3407 Hwy. 79. JULIAN LIBRARY Julian Branch Library is open Tues. through Sat. at 1850 Hwy. 78. Return overdue materials the last Fri. of the month and fees will be waived, with the exception of Circuit, Link+ and interlibrary loan items. Feeding America produce and staples distribution second and fourth Wed. at 10 am at the library. Laura Silveria, 619-481-9695. Friends of the Library Bookstore is open from 11-5, Tues.-Sat. 760-765-2239 Library Activities & Events call 760-765-0370 or visit www.sdcl. org/locations_JL.html. n
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aving practiced pharmacy for many years, I often find myself talking to people about their Medicare prescription drug, or Part D, plans. People with Part D usually share their thoughts about a favorite pharmacy or pharmacist, or how their plan offers medicines at affordable prices. Sometimes they report problems with a Part D plan, ranging from the cost of drugs to difficulty in getting a specific medication their doctor prescribed. A first step to correcting problems is always to contact your drug plan using the contact information on the back of your drug card. A call to the plan usually will resolve your issue. If that doesn’t work, you can file a complaint. You can do that by calling 800-MEDICARE or going online at www.medicare. gov. Complaints can be made against Part D drug plans as well as Part C health plans, also known as Medicare Advantage plans.
The online Medicare Complaint Form is easy to use. Medicare takes the information you send and directs it to your plan. Then we follow up and monitor how well the plan resolves your complaint. To find the complaint form, go to www.medicare.gov and locate the blue box near the top of the page that says “Claims & Appeals.” Place your cursor over that box until a dropdown menu appears and click on “file a complaint.” When the next page comes up, click on “Your health or drug plan.” You can also lodge a complaint by calling or writing to your plan. Your complaint could involve a problem with customer service, difficulty in getting access to a specialist, being given the wrong drug or being given drugs that interact in a negative way. If you file a complaint about your Part D drug plan, certain requirements apply: • You must file your complaint within 60 days
from the date of the event that led to the complaint. • You must be notified of the decision generally no later than 30 days after the plan gets the complaint. • If your complaint relates to a plan’s refusal to make a fast coverage determination or redetermination and you haven’t purchased or gotten the drug, the plan must give you a decision no later than 24 hours after it gets the complaint. In addition, you can make a complaint if you have a
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you also have certain appeal rights. What’s the difference between a complaint and an appeal? A complaint is generally about the quality of care you got or are getting. For example, you may file a complaint if you have a problem contacting your plan or if you’re unhappy with how a staff person at the plan treated you. However, if you have an issue with a plan’s refusal to pay for a service, supply or prescription, you file an appeal. For information on appeals, take a look at your “Medicare & You” handbook, mailed each fall to every Medicare household in the country, or go online at www.medicare. gov/claims-and-appeals/file-anappeal/appeals.html. n Greg Dill is Medicare’s regional administrator for Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada and the Pacific territories.
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“Dieselgate,” Volkswagen has become the world’s best-seller, surpassing Toyota. Volkswagen sold 10.3 million cars, trucks and buses last year. That was a 3.8 percent gain over 2015. Toyota still commands higher profits, with more than double Volkswagen’s between March and September 2016.
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BEVs will ultimately fail. Meanwhile, 78 percent of executives believe that BEVs will be overshadowed by fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) in the future, with FCEVs solving the recharging and infrastructure issues BEVs face today. Additionally, the survey shows that autonomous driving will revolutionize the way we use cars and make the purchasing criteria of the past irrelevant. Though no decisions
have been made about how these autonomous vehicles will look and what features they’ll eventually incorporate, industry leaders now say that self-driving technology will be available by 2021. The biggest question? What features will consumers want, and what are they willing to pay for them? Barona Speedway Opener The second half of Barona’s race action starts March 25 on the oval quarter-mile speedway. Gates open at 1 p.m., with racing getting under way at 5 p.m. The track alternates weekends the rest of the year with the Barona 1/8 Mile Drag Strip. Racing features a wide variety of cars, including modifieds, super stocks, dwarf cars, street stocks, pro and stock ponies, pure stocks, junior sprints, masters and sportsman, mini dwarfs, unlimited figure 8s and pure stock figure 8s. n Johnny McDonald’s book “San Diego Motorsports 100 Racing Years — A Johnny McDonald Collection” is back in print, published by Williams Savage Books and available on Amazon.com.
Julian Fire Station CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 oversized doors that is large enough to easily house the trucks indoors. Rainy weather slowed down the project in the final weeks, as did delays in getting San Diego Gas & Electric to turn on the power. Project superintendent Mike Prida credits Chief Marinelli with
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pressuring the power company to reposition the station as a priority in order to move up the completion date. Once the fire department’s move is complete, the Julian Community Services District will move into the old fire station. While no agreement has been finalized, the Julian CERT organization is considering leasing the space where
the JCSD is now. The public is invited to a free ribbon cutting ceremony and open house to tour the new Julian Fire Station at 3407 Highway 79 on April 22, beginning at 11 a.m. At noon, hamburgers and hot dogs will be grilled by the volunteer firefighters, and live music will begin. n
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