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Drug Abuse Awareness Efforts Underway to Keep Kids Out of Harm’s Way E Y E O N S C / PAG E 6

Jodi Barber, who lost her son Jarrod Barber at age 19 to a drug overdose, recently spoke to San Clemente High students. Photo by Stacie N. Galang

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Tape from SCHS Released from Day Marine Shot

Five Artists Selected to Paint Utility Boxes for “Street Art” Project

Orange County Water Polo Captures First in Gold Division

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For many motorists who pass through the heavily traveled intersection of Del Obispo Street and Camino Capistrano in downtown Capistrano, the banner hanging high across traffic lanes is like a community bulletin board, a reminder of the important events coming up.

But Jaimie Davis contends the banners flapping in the wind are a distraction. She argued city owes her $533 for a red-light ticket because of that. Davis is not alone trying to get out of paying a red-light ticket. City officials have reported that camera fines are down $280,000.

That, City Attorney Omar Sandoval told the City Council, is because sheriff’s deputies cannot testify in cases where accused violators bring attorneys to court, because there’s no prosecuting attorney. The city has discussed discontinuing the program when the contract expires in September, but no formal vote has been taken.

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A California appellate court last week overturned a 2011 Orange County Superior Court decision ordering a closed Dana Point medical marijuana dispensary to pay the city $2.4 million in penalties. The summary judgment ruling (a decision based on evidence presented without a trial only when facts pertaining to the case are undisputed) against Beach Cities Collective was reversed because unresolved, disputed facts in the case remain, says the 4th District Court of Appeals’ opinion. The question of whether the dispensary was operating legally remains in dispute because dispensary founder David Lambert had previously testified his business was operating according to state law. The case will return to Orange County Superior Court for trial, should the city elect not to petition the California Supreme Court for review or a petition by the city be denied by the Supreme Court.

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… Video from the Day the Marine was Shot?

THE LATEST: A grainy security video from San Clemente High School shows what are apparently the moments leading up to the police shooting of Marine Sgt. Manuel Loggins Jr., but does not show the actual encounter.

The video, from a security camera on the roof of the SCHS gym, shows a white SUV crash through a gate, followed by a sheriff’s department patrol car about 20 seconds later. The patrol car does not have its emergency lights on.

Sheriff’s union officials have said Deputy Darren Sandberg shot and killed Loggins about 4:40 a.m. on February 7 out of concern for his children, who were in the SUV. In the video, released by Capistrano Unified School District, the vehicles are out of sight when the shooting occurs. The grainy video, which does not include sound, shows more deputies arriving three minutes after Loggins’ SUV enters the school, then finally paramedics arriving at 5:58 p.m.

WHAT’S NEXT: Loggins’ family has filed a wrongful death claim against the county.

The Orange County District Attorney’s Office is investigating the shooting.

FIND OUT MORE: See www.sanclementetimes.com —Jonathan Volzke

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... Poche Beach?

THE LATEST: Beleaguered Poche Beach has gone to the birds or at least that’s what a city-funded study suggests.

The Prima Desheca Cañada Bacteria Source Study by Weston Solutions found high levels of bacteria from sea gulls at the north San Clemente beach and an outlet pond near were major contributors to pollution. Irrigation water used higher up in the San Clemente Times April 5–11, 2012

watershed and biofilm — or the thin layer of bacteria found within sewers — also contributed to pollutants.

Poche has been a mainstay of nonprofit Heal the Bay’s Beach Bummer list because of its low water quality.

A $3 million ultraviolet disinfection system installed by Orange County and the city in spring 2009 has yet to fulfill its promise of sanitizing water tested at the beach. The original design called for the water discharged from the system to completely bypass the scour pond, but overseeing agencies balked, in part, because they viewed the pond as a resource. The $265,000 study showed that the water is cleaned by the system but recontaminated by pond water before reaching the ocean.

WHAT’S NEXT: The Weston study recommended reducing irrigation water levels, reducing or eliminating the scour pond and controlling of the birds at the beach.

Also, the Coastal Commission at its April 13 meeting will consider approving a permit to allow water from the system to discharge closer to shore and allow the county to do more maintenance at the beach.

WHAT’S NEXT: Several downtown streets and parking lots and meters along the route will be closed off for the parade and ceremonies.

FIND OUT MORE: Visit www.sanclementetimes.com for updates. —SNG

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FIND OUT MORE: Visit www.healthebay. org —Stacie N. Galang

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foot, and the veterans will ride in classic cars down to Park Semper Fi, the staff report said. The Heritage of San Clemente Foundation and the 2/4 Association requested the parade.

The 1st Marine Division Band will lead the parade. An awards ceremony and memorial service is also planned for at Park Semper Fi. The city approved waiving Police Service costs associated with the event.

... 2/4 Parade?

THE LATEST: A parade for the city’s sponsored 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines was approved for June 14 at 10 a.m. in downtown San Clemente.

The City Council Tuesday granted the welcome home parade for the unit that was deployed to Afghanistan for seven months.

About 500 Marines and sailors in the 2/4 as well as 150 members of veterans group, the 2/4 Association, are expected to participate, according to the city staff report.

Current service members will march on

... High-Speed Rail?

THE LATEST: The city joined a growing number of critics of the state’s $91.4 billion high-speed rail system by unanimously endorsing Assemblywoman Diane Harkey’s bill to shut the project down.

“The high-speed may have seemed like a good idea at some time, but it truly, truly has spun out of control,” Harkey told the City Council Tuesday.

Harkey’s bill, the High-Speed Rail Lemon Law, would effectively put the brakes on the state debt funding of the project. The bill would also allow $950 million in local transit funds to reach cities for local rail uses. The council unanimously supported the bill.

California voters approved the High Speed Rail Act in 2008, which called for the creation of the transit system from Los Angeles to San Francisco with eventual extensions to San Diego and Sacramento.

Since then support has waned as costs have escalated.

Five counties, including Orange, and 13 cities with San Clemente have supported

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the lemon law, according to Harkey.

WHAT’S NEXT: The bill will be heard in the Assembly’s Transportation Committee April 16.

FIND OUT MORE: See www.cahighspeedrail.ca.gov and dianeharkey.com. —SNG

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... an Orange Wave Element?

THE LATEST: U-Haul’s plans to add a large, orange wave element to its façade wiped out when the City Council turned down the storage company’s appeal Tuesday night.

U-Haul had requested a minor architectural permit to spruce up the overall building on Avenida Pico. The company plans to repaint the building and signs and add two blue awnings. U-Haul also planned to add new landscaping along Pico.

But the zoning administrator approving the permit balked at the orange wave because it “seemed out of place on the building.” It needed to be redesigned or removed all together, the staff report said.

U-Haul’s representative Jim Lorimer said the wave breaks up the size of the 24,000-square-foot facility, but it wasn’t enough to convince the City Council who voted unanimously to eliminate the wave.

WHAT’S NEXT: The company has a standard three-year approval to make the upgrades, according to Associate Planner Sean Nicholas.

FIND OUT MORE: Visit www.san-clemente. org to see the staff report on the project.

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Compiled by Stacie N. Galang

PROPS, RECOGNITIONS AND MORSELS OF INFO

Thursday, April 5 Sunset Networking Mixer 5:30 p.m.

Chamber event with an April Fool’s Day theme at San Clemente Wine Company; wear a silly outfit for a chance to win a special gift. Cost $10-$20. 212 1/2 Ave. Del Mar, 949.492.1131, www.scchamber.com.

Seniors Easter Celebration 12 p.m.

Fun at The Dorothy Visser Senior Center with entertainment. 117 Avenida Victoria, 949.498.3322, www.san-clemente.org.

Saturday, April 7 Community Easter Brunch Family Assistance Ministries and the city of San Clemente sponsor the brunch for families in need. More info and to help: 949.492.8477.

Sunday, April 8 San Clemente Farmers Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fresh produce, flowers and more every Sunday along Avenida Del Mar. Rain or shine.

Tuesday, April 10 South Coast Detachment Marine Corps League 7 p.m. Open to all active duty, retired or honorably discharged Marines or FMF Navy Corpsman at the San Clemente Elk’s Lodge. 1505 N. El Camino Real, 949.493.4949, 949.361.9252.

Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting 6 p.m. Community Center, 100 N. Calle Seville, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org.

San Clemente Toastmasters 7 p.m.– 8:30 p.m. Public speaking at the Community Center. 100 N. Calle Seville, 949.361. 8463, www.sanclemente.freetoasthost.net.

Wednesday, April 11 South Orange County Democratic Club Meeting 6 p.m. Dinner and guest speaker Jack Eidt, who will speak on The Implications of “Tar Sands” and the Keystone Pipeline, at the SJC Community Center. $17$20. RSVP. 25925 Camino del Avion, San Juan Capistrano, kenton805.cox.net.

Human Affairs Meeting 3 p.m.

Community Center, 100 N. Calle Seville, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org.

Thursday, April 12 BNI Meeting 8 a.m.-9:30 a.m. Meeting every Thursday at the Bella Collina Towne and Golf Club. 200 Avenida La Pata, San Clemente, www.bellacollinagolf.com.

Coastal Advisory Committee Meeting 7 p.m. Ole Hanson Room in the Community Center, 100 N. Calle Seville, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org.

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San Clemente High students volunteered to help the Semper Fi Fund during the Carlsbad Marathon. Courtesy photo

SCHS Students Pitch In u Earlier this year, San Clemente High School cheerleaders and students volunteered at the Carlsbad Marathon, offering to help run a water station from for nearly four hours the Semper Fi Fund. The students jumped at the opportunity to thank the wounded, ill and injured service members. Semper Fi Fund expressed its thank parents Dave and Tina Augello their help with the SCHS volunteers.

The Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund is a nonprofit set up to provide immediate financial support for injured and critically ill members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families.

For more information or to volunteer with Semper Fi Fund email info@semperfifund.org or call the charity’s Camp Pendleton office 760.725.3680.

SC Resident Honored at JSerra

than 150 books to give to the Boys & Girls Club of the South Coast Area. Many books purchased were in Spanish, to supplement the club’s collection, which caters to the youth at Las Palmas Elementary and their Spanish immersion program.

“Over 70 kids from Las Palmas Elementary receive homework assistance directly after school at our club,” said Wendy Casteel, director of education and career development. “These high-interest books will help build reading skills for those who don’t have access to books at home or the means to access a public library.”

To learn more, contact the Boys & Girls Club office at 949.492.0376 or visit www.

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Dance Event Helps Charities

u JSerra High sophomore Chandler Brown of San Clemente was the Catholic school’s January 2012 Student of the Month. Brown went to great lengths to ensure the success of Operation Stork Chandler Brown.

– Baby Shower after JSerra Courtesy photo was contacted somewhat last minute to assist in getting new baby donations for 100 Marine families. According to school officials, “Chandler jumped through hoops. She went above and beyond with more energy than the Energizer Bunny…I just love that selflessness and commitment to our nation’s finest.” In addition to her love of the outdoors, Brown volunteers as a coach to a middle school volleyball team and works with the Boys and Girls Club in San Clemente.

u The San Clemente Sunrise Rotary Club presents Dancing for a Cause, a dancing competition between local non-profit groups to raise money for their causes. Based on the hit TV show, Dancing with Stars, the semi-formal event will feature six dancers paired with a professional dance partner from South Coast Dancesport. The dancers are Rick Anderson from San Clemente Sunrise Rotary Club, Ray Teal from San Clemente Rotary Club, Alan Anderson from San Clemente Kiwanis Club, Mary Johnson from the South Coast Boys and Girls Club, Connie Needham from the Women’s Cancer Research Group and a dancer from Laura’s House. The evening will include dinner, no-host bar, music, auction and the dance competition. The event is Friday, May 18 at 6 p.m. at The Hills Hotel in Laguna Hills. Tickets are $100. For more information, contact Mervyn Lawrie at 949.584.4579.

School Kids Donate 150 Books

Author Makes Math Fun

u Students and parents donated enough money through the recent PTA Book Fair at Vista Del Mar Elementary School to buy more

u Award-winning children’s author David M. Schwartz spoke at Our Savior’s Lutheran School in San Clemente earlier this year.

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Schwartz is the author of How Much is a Million? and almost 50 other books. “Children love numbers,” Schwartz said in a news release. “And when they see how numbers connect to their everyday lives, they can get really excited about math.”

Artist Wins International Contest u Rick Delanty’s painting Moss Street Toward Victoria was awarded first place in the Richeson 75 International art competition Small Works 2012. An acrylic landscape painting featuring the coast of Laguna Beach was Delanty’s award-winning entry. Juror for the event was Stephen Doherty, editor of Plein Air Magazine, who selected the awards from 75 paintings accepted into the exhibition. More of Delanty’s work may be viewed on his gallery website at www. delantyfineart.com.

Golf Donations Sought u A collection of golf club sets, golf clubs, golf balls and golf gear is underway for Wounded Warriors at Camp Pendleton.

“Every golfer has things to give up,” said organizer Don Glasgow. “Merely browse through your garage with an open and giving mind.” The golf gear will be donated to the Wounded Warriors for play with their able bodied Marine peers when not on deployment. Glasgow hopes to round up the donations in the next month. For more information or to make arrangements for pick-ups, call 949.481.0116 or email donglasgow45@ aol.com.

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Drug Abuse Awareness Efforts Underway to Keep Kids Out of Harm’s Way

By Stacie N. Galang San Clemente Times

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eroin High.

It’s a common nickname for San Clemente High School though not at all unique to this city or this high school, noted Principal George Duarte. The Avenida Pico school has worked diligently for years to keep students safe and away from the temptations of drugs, offering random, voluntary drug testing, discussing drug abuse and addiction in health classes and bringing speakers and assemblies like the presentation of documentary Overtaken with its backers Jodi Barber and Christine Brant.

In addition to schools, law enforcement, counselors and the court system all have programs to keep teens and young adults drug free. Nevertheless, school officials understand not every kid takes home the message.

“I think that drugs are more prevalent than what we’re catching,” Duarte said.

The recent showing of Overtaken at the high school created a buzz among students whose teachers had the option of bringing them to three assemblies at the Triton Center last month.

“Everybody was talking about it,” said sophomore Marie Goggins. “Everyone got to hear about it even though they didn’t see it.”

Barber and Brant also brought speakers Aaron Rubin and his mother Sherrie Rubin, Aisha Armer and Cole Edwards.

Their powerful first-person accounts of the effects of their drug use left an impression on students.

“I thought it was more real than any movie they show us in high school or health class,” said sophomore Connor Fortmeier.

The movie’s use of Orange County people also struck a chord with those watching.

“It wasn’t random people,” said freshman Grant Meyer. “It was people in our area. It was very close to home for us.”

At some point during the assemblies, students were asked if they knew someone using drugs. About one third indicated they were aware of a friend who was abusing.

To Fortmeier, it was no surprise.

“I think parents are in denial,” he said, noting the common nickname for San Clemente High.

CAMPUS CRUSADE Orange County Sheriff’s Deputy Rod Valdez, the school resource officer, witnessed the rise in heroin abuse. Three years ago, the school resource officer

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Sherrie Rubin and her son Aaron Rubin talk about the impact of his overdose to students at San Clemente High.

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estimated five students had been identified as using the highly addictive opiate.

“It’s the most addicting drug we deal with,” Valdez said.

Their teachers noticed the students constantly falling asleep in class. They also displayed other hallmarks of heroin abuse.

When confronted, the students admitted they had been using the drug.

He worked with parents to get their children into a drug rehabilitation program.

The first obstacle was alerting moms and dads to the problem.

“Parents weren’t even aware that their kids were even on heroin,” Valdez said.

These days, heroin is cheap and readily available, especially given the 75-mile distance from San Clemente to Mexico, a major source of the drug.

More often, students start with marijuana. On average, between four and five students are caught in possession of the drug at San Clemente High School and the city’s three middle schools every week, Valdez said.

Beyond pot, students have graduated to what’s called “pharma” parties, Valdez said. Kids raid unsuspecting relatives’ medicine cabinets, pilfer prescription pills and contribute them like candy into bowls at the gatherings, the resource officer said. Partygoers typically drink and pop the pills, he said.

“It’s a South County trend,” Valdez said.

“It’s becoming more popular.”

Students carry on about the parties on Facebook and other social media, he said.

“Peer pressure’s a big thing in high school,” Valdez said. “It’s a popularity contest.”

Student caught with illegal drugs on campus face a host of disciplinary action, often starting with referral to Capistrano Unified School District’s Alternatives to Suspension program.

CONSEQUENCES When students graduate to harder drugs, the consequences can be fatal.

From 2009 to 2011, accidental overdose deaths in Orange County totaled 794 and of those, 388 were from prescrip-

tion drugs, according to data from the county Coroner’s Office. In each of those years, the deaths from prescription drugs remained steady. In 2009, death by prescription drug overdose was 131, in 2010 it was 122 and in 2011 it was 135. Overall, accidental overdose deaths dropped by 40 from 2009 to 2010.

Some addicts who face criminal charges may land in Drug Court, one of the county’s eight collaborative courts.

Defendants must be eligible and receive a referral to the special court, which takes a team approach with the district attorney, the defense attorney, the probation department and a representative from the county’s Health Care Agency, according to Paul Shapiro of Superior Court in Orange County.

Shapiro, the collaborative courts officer, said defendants must be in the program for a minimum of 18 months and agree to certain programs, including drug testing, probation visits and adherence to a life plan that consists of schooling or employment.

The defendant pleads guilty to his applicable felony charge, which can be lifted with successful treatment of the program, the court officer said.

The program’s success keeps participants out of the criminal justice system and positive contributors to society. In 2011, 218 people entered Orange County’s Drug Court. Of those, the largest group — or 110 people — admitted to using methamphetamine, another 55 used heroin, 19 used marijuana and 11 used prescription drugs. The rest were a combination of alcohol and other drugs.

“The purpose of all of this is to help them succeed in the program,” Shapiro said.

BRAIN FREEZE Michael Hoffman, a doctor of addictive disorders and author Life after Rehab: Volume 1, How to Stay Sober in the Outside World, said prescription drugs are easily accessible and readily available. He has personally seen the jump in opiate abuse in the last three years.

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“The kids are saying that doctors, in their opinion, provide them liberally,” said Hoffman, who took an informal survey this week during two group sessions.

Hoffman works at treatment centers Mission for Michael in Dana Point and Able to Change in San Juan Capistrano.

He asked 14 residential patients, ages 18 to 25, in two, hour-long group sessions about area trends, “a good cross section.”

The addictions center around opiates and amphetamines in both the legally prescribed medications and the illicit versions. Patients are younger these days, he noted.

“The brain isn’t fully developed until the mid 20s,” he said.

A youngster taking drugs can change the biochemistry of he brain, he noted.

The mid-section of the brain secretes abnormally high amounts of the pleasure chemical dopamine. Over time, drug use also erodes the decision making part of the frontal cortex, Hoffman said.

“In other words, an addict’s brain is telling them they have to have the drug to survive,” he said.

The good news is the effects of drugs can generally be repaired by abstinence from them and the introduction of healthy thoughts and behaviors.

In cases of extreme use of drugs or alcohol, a person can develop irreversible neurological damage called WernickeKorsakoff syndrome or wet brain. The kids have a name for it: permafried or all shot out, he said.

TAKING A STAND Valdez, the resource officer, said parents need to lock up their prescription drugs and alcohol in a portable gun safe so their children don’t gain access to it.

He also advised parents to drug test their children as a way to find out a problem before it gets out of hand.

Valdez encouraged parents wait up for them to come home, check them when they arrive and follow up after a party by asking who attended.

“Communicate with your kids,” he said.

“Talk to them. Ask them questions.”

He said parents should check their child’s Facebook accounts, Internet activity and phone records.

“Don’t be naïve,” he said. “Don’t think that your kid isn’t going to do what other kids do.”

If parents suspect their high schooler has a drug problem, Valdez said they could call him at the high school or any school administration.

Duarte said on average between 1,200 to 1,500 of the 2,900 students at San Clemente High participate in the drug testing.

“It can be a powerful deterrent,” he said. “We try and remain vigilant. We would much rather deter than catch a kid.”

The Parent Teacher Student Association at San Clemente High has scheduled a parent night to watch Overtaken and talk about the issue of illegal drugs Tuesday, May 8 at 6:30 p.m. at San Clemente High’s Triton Center. SC www.sanclementetimes.com

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SC Sheriff’s Blotter COMPILED BY JONATHAN VOLZKE All information below is obtained from the Orange County Sheriff’s Department website. The calls represent what was told to the deputy in the field by the radio dispatcher. The true nature of an incident often differs from what is initially reported. No assumption of criminal guilt or affiliation should be drawn from the content of the information provided. An arrest doesn’t represent guilt. The items below are just a sampling of the entries listed on the OCSD Web site.

Tuesday, April 3 ASSIST OUTSIDE AGENCY East Avenida Palizada/El Camino Real (2:07 a.m.) Deputies were called when firefighters were summoned to assist a man who had been assaulted. Deputies reported two victims, and that the suspect took off in a black Suburban.

DISTURBANCE El Camino Real, 200 Block (1:50 a.m.)

A woman was in a fight with another customer at a local watering hole.

INVESTIGATE PERSON DOWN El Camino Real, 1300 Block (12:55 a.m.)

Deputies were asked to check on someone down. The caller was unsure if they were asleep.

TRAFFIC STOP Esplande, 200 Block (9:16 p.m.) A traffic stop turned into an arrest when deputies discovered an outstanding assault warrant out of San Bernardino. The man, 22, said he was an assistant manager.

KEEP THE PEACE Camino de Los Mares, 600 Block (8:12 p.m.) Some skateboarders wouldn’t leave.

Monday, April 2 CITIZEN ASSIST El Camino Real, 1800 Block (5:55 p.m.)

A man reported his vehicle was involved in a hit-and-run, but he wasn’t sure when or where.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON IN VEHICLE Colina Puesta, 6600 Block (4:57 p.m.)

A woman reported another woman followed her home and said she’d cut her vehicle off. The woman refused to leave.

Dispatchers told her to go inside.

FOLLOW-UP REPORT El Camino Real, 1300 Block (3:44 p.m.)

A woman reported her boyfriend was threatening to kill himself at a motel. It was deputies’ second response. The man had sent a mass text announcing his plans.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES Buena Vista, 1100 Block (2:41 p.m.)

Lifeguards reported someone was drinking alcohol behind the bathrooms.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES Avenida Del Mar 100 Block (11:56 a.m.)

A shopkeeper reported spotting a woman who had earlier stolen from the store.

UNKNOWN TROUBLE Escalones, 100 Block (8:05 a.m.) A caller heard a woman screaming “stop.” She was also heard crying. A 52-year-old man, identified as a painter, was taken into custody.

He was being held on $11,500 bail.

Sunday, April 1 SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES El Camino Real, 200 Block (10:33 p.m.)

A woman reported somebody in a black Infinity or similar vehicle had been following her for more than 15 miles.

INVESTIGATE DEAD BODY Avenida San Diego/El Camino Real (10:11 p.m.) A hiker reporting finding a dead body in the creek bed. The case was turned over to San Diego County Sheriff’s deputies.

CITIZEN ASSIST Avenida Pico, 600 Block (9:37 p.m.) An unruly customer was in a dispute with the manager.

WELFARE CHECK Avenida Pico, 800 Block (8:24 p.m.)

A caller reported two teenage girls said they were kicked out of their home by a “drunk mother.” The caller said she was concerned for the girls’ safety.

ASSIST OUTSIDE AGENCY Avenida Victoria, 600 Block (4 p.m.)

Lifeguards reported finding a woman with “an altered level of consciousness” at the base of the Pier. Paramedics were called and the woman was hospitalized.

ASSIST OUTSIDE AGENCY Afloramiento, 1300 Block (3:50 p.m.)

A man reported his daughter was playing outside when a dog jumped the fence and jumped on the girl. Her leg was scratched.

The dog took off.

VANDALISM Marquita, 200 Block (10:10 a.m.) More than a dozen cars were vandalized. The caller, who spotted the damage while out for a walk, said it looked like someone took a baseball bat to the vehicles.

ROBBERY El Camino Real, 500 Block (2:35 p.m.)

A woman reported that four to six subjects, who may have had guns, hit her in the head and took her belongings. She did not, she said, know where her vehicle was.

Deputies, however, determined no crime occurred.

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CITY COUNCIL CORNER: By Mayor Pro Tem Tim Brown

Integrating Cycling, Walking into Longview a Positive Residents can weigh in now on priority of transportation modes an you envision a bicycle and pedestrian-friendly Spanish Village by the Sea? I certainly can after a daylong field trip with Councilmember Lori Donchak and Mayor Jim Evert, the City of San Clemente planning and engineering staff, PEDal bicycle advocate Brenda Miller and General Plan Advisory Committee members Pete Van Nuys and Richard Boyer. This hardy group successfully cycled throughout downtown Long Beach where good policy and planning allows bicycles and pedestrians to safely integrate with cars. The thriving integration of all modes of transportation is a key goal of San Clemente’s City Council as we inch closer to completing our General Plan update. Once refined from the current draft form, the goals and policies related to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan will be integrated into the General Plan.

There is growing prominence of “big picture” planning as seen with California’s Complete Streets Act (AB 1358) in effect since January 2011. A complete street reflects a transportation system

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for everyone, including pedestrians, bicyclists, children, persons with disabilities, motorists, users of public transportation and seniors. The law requires cities to plan for complete streets when Tim Brown updating their General Plan. By unanimously voting to support “a multimodal transportation system for all” in January, the City Council made history as San Clemente serves as the only city in Orange County to make such a declaration in the spirit of this law.

The Complete Streets Act symbolizes the benefits of multi-modal forms of transportation and fosters a bicycle and pedestrian friendly culture. With the world’s best climate, there’s good reason to be outside, but it takes more than sunshine to get us to change our habits. That’s why our plans involve creating a more consistent and safer condition on local streets that make cycling a practical alternative to driving. To accomplish this, we’ll continue

to implement bicycle-friendly projects and improvements as part of other capital improvement projects, making them an integral part of the transportation solution. A recent example of this is when the California Department of Transportation asked the city to select one of two designs for an upgrade of the Avenida Pico/I-5 Interchange. The City Council rejected the cloverleaf element and instead selected the diamond design that both improved traffic flow and provides safety for pedestrians and cyclists on Pico.

With gas prices increasing daily, cycling is a practical and fun lifestyle choice and it is our desire to continue this momentum by raising awareness of the benefits and over time improve our transportation system to help people integrate bicycling into their daily routine. Though these changes won’t come overnight, they are in the works. Future transportation innovations will safely integrate cyclists, motorists and pedestrians, but also bring other benefits.

For example, replacing just 1 percent of vehicle trips with bicycle trips locally

would reduce vehicle miles traveled by 1,027,214 miles per year and reduce smog by 1.38 tons a day. Just think of how much traffic can be reduced if people choose their bike or feet over their car. More than half of daily commutes and three out of four shopping trips are less than 5 miles in length, which are ideal for cycling. While accomplishing your errands, you can also get exercise and maintain your body weight. Cycling is a win-win.

I encourage you to attend the public hearings that will be scheduled once the traffic model and environmental evaluation — in the Environmental Impact Report — of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan is completed. You can also log onto san-clemente.org and review the draft submitted plan. If you have any questions or comments, please email me at BrownT@san-clemente.org. SC

of 100 artists from throughout the southland who display their one-of-a-kind, hand-made art.

In June, participate with our council in our Kings Highway Walk along El Camino Real. Also in June, come to the San Clemente Car Show, featuring more than 300 cars, including a hot rod alley, raffles and prizes. This event draws more than 20,000 spectators from all over southern California.

In October, join us for Red Ribbon Parade and San Clemente High School’s Homecoming Parade. In late November, kick off the holiday season with Puttin’ on

the Glitz, where more than 10,000 people enjoy free live entertainment along with beautifully decorated streets, stores and special offers.

As the DBA, we represent the downtown and its member merchants and service providers through advertising, community outreach and special project representation. This year, in collaboration with city staff, the association will be working with San Diego Gas & Electric on placing utilities underground to improve our alleys. We will be working with graduate students from Cal Poly, Pomona to develop a plan for presentation to the

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Letters to the Editor DOWNTOWN SC SWEET FOR PEDESTRIANS MICHAEL KAUPP, president of the Downtown Business Association

The San Clemente Downtown Business Association invites you to visit the downtown — that area along El Camino Real, between Avenidas Palizada and Rosa — and the streets leading to the Pier: Avenida Del Mar, Cabrillo, Granada, Serra and Ola Vista. There, you will find great restaurants, specialty shops and personal and friendly service. Thanks to the many merchants and service providers who have committed themselves to preserving San Clemente Times April 5–11, 2012

Ole Hanson’s vision of the Spanish Village

by The Sea, our city retains one of the few real downtowns.

The association is comprised of nearly 100 businesses. Our mission is to enhance and promote Downtown San Clemente as the historic, cultural and thriving commercial heart of the community. As such, we encourage you to visit our unique stores and restaurants. Visit the Cabrillo Playhouse, Casa Romantica Cultural Center, our local library and attend one of our many community events: On the first Sunday of the month, visit our Village Arts Fair: an event comprised

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Letters to the Editor (cont.) community this summer. We will also be developing a downtown directory and establishing a presence in the world of social media.

The association, in support of its small independently owned businesses, strives to maintain the downtown memorable and engaging. For a member listing, more event information or to join, call 949.218.5378, email: info@ villagesanclemente.org or visit www.villagesanclemente. org.

IS SAN CLEMENTE A SAFE PLACE? ROGER JOHNSON, San Clemente

On March 29, the National Academy of Sciences released a 460-page report about cancer risks associated with living near a nuclear power plant. They recommended six areas in the United States for intensive studies of possible cancer links. Our area was one of the chosen six: They want epidemiological studies done for towns within 30 miles of San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station. Is south Orange County becoming the poster child for a place where it is dangerous to live, work or bring up a family?

While many are concerned about accidental radiation leaks such as those in January, the dirty little secret is that reactors routinely release radiation without announcement. Air ejectors release radioactivity into the atmosphere and pumps discharge radionuclides into the ocean.

Regulations on the deliberate release of radioactivity are specified in the Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s federal code in which reference is made to ALARA or “As Low As Reasonably Achievable.” Knowing that nuclear power plants cannot operate without regularly releasing low-level radiation, government agencies allow them to do so. Without monitoring, we have no idea what is released or when. Edison is not required to announce either the dates or concentrations of these secret releases.

They do post yearly averages, but we have no way of knowing if the numbers are the result of possibly dangerous levels on some days averaged with no releases on other days. The industry claims that these doses are low for adult males, but to have radiation released year after year, decade after decade is problematic, especially for children.

If you want to know what San Onofre released two years ago, study Edison’s own reports to the NRC. In 2010, the list included 34 radionuclides, including some of the most toxic substances on the planet.

There were 44 hours of atmospheric batch releases and 550 hours of liquid radioactive releases into the ocean. How many surfers are aware of this? In addition, Edison trucked 27 flatbed trailers of radioactive solid waste to Utah, through San Clemente and lots of other towns.

Many have difficulty fearing invisible microscopic radioactive particles. We do know that radiation causes cancer, but some disregard health threats that take years to develop. Individual doses are made to sound insignificant, but the effects are cumulative. Children are 15 to 20 times more vulnerable to radiation, and the fetus is 30 to 50 times more sensitive.

Recent studies published in the International Journal of Cancer, reported that children living near nuclear power plants in Germany and France are twice as likely to get childhood leukemia. In California alone, there were 56,030 cancer deaths in 2011 and 163,480 new cases of cancer. No one knows the exact cause of most cases, but experts tell us that the vast majority of cancer has environmental origins.

If San Clemente wants to be a safe place to live and work, shouldn’t we have radiation monitoring of air and water plus epidemiological studies to learn if we are being harmed? This was the main issue at a recent City Council meeting where droves of citizens lined up to request

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CORRECTION: Because of an error compiling News Bites in the March 29 issue of the San Clemente Times, the location of the E-waste Recycling event March 31 was incorrectly listed. The address should have been 91 Avenida La Pata. We regret the error.

radiation monitoring. When City Councilwoman Lori Donchak courageously made a motion to ask for independent publicly accessible radiation monitoring in town, the other four councilmen refused even to second the motion. The council ignored the warnings of City Manager George Scarborough who pointed out that the current real time monitoring near the plant is not available to the public. Council members said that everyone should trust the authorities and that those who favored increased safety for San Clemente were engaging in fear mongering.

Perhaps the main lesson learned from Fukushima is the collusion between government and industry. The government and the nuclear industry in Japan lied about radiation dangers before, during and after the meltdown. The tab for Fukushima is already $300 billion and still rising. It seems reasonable that anyone living in the shadow of San Onofre should be skeptical of those who are willing to risk our future.

We should trust scientists long before we trust those who profit. In 2006, former Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev remarked that it was Chernobyl that really caused the downfall of the former Soviet Union. One serious accident here might do the same thing to our country.

SMALL TOWN CHARACTER AT RISK LARRY CULBERTSON

A controversy is unfolding in San Clemente that could become as big as North Beach, the Ralphs renovation and signs at Marblehead. I hope our city leaders listen to the people this time. The dispute centers on the historic heart of San Clemente, Avenida Del Mar. At question is whether we should allow the predominately onestory street to be replaced with far more intensive new development comprised of three-story buildings.

In preparation for the state required rewrite of our General Plan, city officials commissioned a study to find out what residents wanted. After an enormous outreach to the community to collect opinions, Vision San Clemente 2009 was proPage 9

duced. Of the residents who responded, 86 percent said that their highest priority was to preserve the “unique village character” of San Clemente, and 97 percent wanted to preserve the “small-town atmosphere and unique village character.”

The volunteer citizen General Plan committee has been painstakingly drafting the concepts and wording of each part of that plan for the past 25 months, and last month they tackled the land use section.

The committee voted to limit building heights to one or two stories on Del Mar. The concept of limiting building height on Del Mar was discussed at the March 7 and 21 Planning Commission meetings.

But it was decided that the subject was too complicated, and it would be better to defer a vote on the subject until a meeting or workshop devoted to just that subject.

Four of the six Commissioners present indicated that they leaned toward allowing three stories.

The 2009 survey indicated that the onestory look of Del Mar was an important part of the “village character.” I surveyed the 100 and 200 blocks of Avenida Del Mar and found there are 54 commercial properties. Two lots are vacant. Of the 52 commercial buildings, 33 are one story, 16 are two stories and only three are three stories. That calculates to 63 percent of the commercial buildings on Del Mar are one story, and 94 percent are either one or two stories. Less than 6 percent of the buildings are three stories.

How can anyone possibly reason that replacing any of the 49, one- and two-story commercial buildings on Del Mar with a three-story behemoth will enhance or preserve our “small town atmosphere and unique village character?” We must convince our Planning Commission and City Council to not allow a three-story takeover of downtown.

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GETTING OUT

YOUR SEVEN-DAY EVENT PLANNER

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THE LIST A day-by-day guide to what’s happening in and around town. COMPILED BY TAWNEE PRAZAK

thursday

2012 JAZZ AT THE CASA 7 p.m. Tex Wyndham and the Albany Nightboat Ragtimers perform at Casa Romanitca to kick off the three-part jazz series. General admission $25.

415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, www.casaromantica.org.

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TARYN DONATH 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Live music at The Cellar.

156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

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FIRST FRIDAY FILM 7 p.m.

Showing of the movie, Midnight in Paris, at the library. Donation $2. 31495 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, 949.248.5132, www.ocpl.org.

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

Easter Services in San Clemente Seven San Clemente churches will come together Easter Sunday to offer services to their congregations at Easter Together, a joint event at 6:30 a.m. April 8 at the new Vista Hermosa Sports Park at 987 Avenida Vista Hermosa. The sunrise service has become a South County tradition over the past 10 years. This year’s participating churches include Cornerstone Community Church, Heritage Christian Fellowship, St. Michael’s Courtesy photo Charismatic Episcopal Church, Living Hope Christian Fellowship, Pacific Coast Church, South Coast Church International and Worship Life Calvary Chapel. Different worship teams and pastors provide music and share the sermons, while other church volunteers help with set up, tear down, hospitality and outreach.

“Easter Together is like a glimpse of heaven when one day the church will be united in the presence of the Lord,” Mark Ambrose, pastor of Pacific Coast Church said in a news release. For more information visit eastertogether.com.

At San Clemente Presbyterian, services for Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday all begin at 7 p.m. The Presbyterian church will offer Easter Sunday services April 8 at 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m., 10:45 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. in Spanish. For more information, visit www.scpres.org.

One of Christianity’s most important days, Easter is celebrated at churches throughout the city. Regular churchgoers and newcomers alike interested in attending Easter services should verify times with the church of their choice. SC

saturday

SPRINGTACULAR 7:30 a.m.around noon. Annual free family Easter event at Vista Hermosa Sports Park featuring a pancake breakfast, egg hunt for ages 10 and under, arts and crafts, games, rides, puppet show, and of course a visit from the Easter Bunny. 987 Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente, www.san-clemente.org.

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FAMILY FILM FEATURE 11 a.m. Watch The Muppets at the San Juan Capistrano Library. Free admission and popcorn! 31495 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.1752, www.ocpl.org.

WILL ROGERS, THE ROPIN’ FOOL 8 p.m. Only one performance of this timeless play full of wit and humor at Camino Real Playhouse, featuring Tom Scott as Will Rogers. Tickets $25. 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, 949.489.8082, www.caminorealplayhouse.org.

CUBENSIS 10 p.m. OC Tavern presents a concert with the Grateful Dead music tribute. 2369 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com.

TOOLS FOR CHANGE : HONEY TASTING 11 a.m.3 p.m. Special honey tasting event during The Ecology Center’s ongoing interactive exhibition on sustainability.

Open Saturdays and Sundays. 32701 Alipaz St., San Juan Capistrano, 949.443.4223, www.TheEcologyCenter.org.

DELOREANS 9 p.m. Goody’s Tavern. 206 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.492.3400, www.goodystavern.com.

BROKE 8 p.m.-12 a.m. Live music at Wind and Sea Restaurant. 34699 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.6500, www.windandsearestaurants.com.

AN EVENING WITH TODD RUNDGREN 8 p.m. Live at The Coach House. $35. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

SCHOOL BOY CRUSH 7:45 p.m.-11 p.m. Live music at The Vintage Steak House. 26701-B Verdugo St., San Juan Capistrano, 949.661.3400, www.thevintagesteakhouse.com.

OC WINE CRUISE 5:30 p.m. Dana Wharf hosts a 90-minute wine cruise with wine tastings, appetizers and more overlooking the Harbor. Cost $49. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com.

sunday

ALOHA FRIDAY 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Live music, plus dress “Island style” for happy hour all night, at Irons in the Fire.

150 E. Avenida Magdalena, San Clemente, 949.542.3900, www.beachfire.com.

Easter Sunday

THE CHOLULAS 10 p.m. Live music at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente 949.218.0120. www.mollybloomspub.com.

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IVA LEE’S EASTER BRUNCH 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

Brunch and live music with Taryn Donath at Iva Lee’s.

555 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.2855, www.ivalees.com.

EASTER BRUNCH 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The Ritz-Carlton hosts a festive champagne brunch with entertainment and a visit by the Easter bunny. Cost $55-$110. 1 Ritz-Carlton Dr., Dana Point, 949.240.2000, www.ritzcarlton.com.

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ASHUN 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Live music at Wind and Sea Restaurant. 34699 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.6500, www.windandsearestaurants.com.

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MONDAY NIGHT LAUGHS 9 p.m.-11 p.m. Live stand-up comedy every Monday night at Hennessey’s Tavern. 34111 La Plaza, Dana Point, 949.488.0121, www.hennesseystavern.com.

COASTAL COMMISSION WORKSHOP 6 p.m.-8 p.m.

The Ocean Institute hosts a public workshop presented by the California Coastal Commission on the success of the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station artificial reef project, Wheeler North Reef. Free. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org.

tuesday

GOOD NEIGHBORS CLUB OF CAPISTRANO VALLEY 11 a.m. Social event for women at Irons in the Fire with lunch and a program featuring mastergardener Michael Whishaw.

150 E. Avenida Magdalena, San Clemente, 949.361.0586.

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TACO TUESDAY 4:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Homemade Hawaiianstyle tacos and more fun at Hapa J’s. 2016 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.276.6657, www.hapajs.com.

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MISSY ANDERSEN 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Live music at The Cellar.

156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

WINE TASTING AT VINE 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Educational wine tasting at Vine featuring four wines paired with food; $40 per person. 211 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.9376, www.vinesanclemente.com.

SALSA NIGHT 8 p.m.-12 a.m. Juan Carlos and his band at Brio Tuscany Grille. 24050 Camino del Avion, Suite B, Dana Point, 949.443.1476, www.briorestaurant.com. *For our full calendar, visit the “Event Calendar” at www.sanclementetimes.com.

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HOME AND GARDEN 3 Tips from the Experts to Reduce Your Annual Landscaping Budget As a professional horticulturists and landscaping contractors, we’re frequently asked about strategies for maximizing value to the bottom line. Whether you are a property owner, facilities manager or HOA representative, here are three expert tips to help reduce your annual landscaping budget.

Get Smart with Irrigation Systems Conserving water is good for the environment and it’s good for the bottom line. Water cost is often overlooked when reviewing landscaping budgets. If you have incorrectly programmed controllers, broken components and/or inefficient systems, you’re throwing money down the drain. Consider optimizing your irrigation and drip systems as well as installing “smart” controllers – the new generation of irrigation control systems. Your systems will run more efficiently and the reductions in your water bill can add up to substantial annual savings without compromising value.

Be Proactive with Passive Turf Did you know that your beautiful green lawns are comprised of a wide variety of turf types? Regardless of type, turf requires more fertilization and labor to maintain, and can use 2-3 times the amount of water as shrubs. Passive turf, typically found in low traffic areas, gets little use yet is expensive to maintain. Reduce or eliminate passive turf areas that do not contribute to the use or design aesthetic of your property. You will save water, decrease maintenance costs and lower your annual operating expenses.

Arbor Day, Everyday Not only are trees beautiful to look at, but they

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also comprise the largest investment on your property. Trees add a sense of place and make us feel good about our environment. Trees also have functional value as wind barriers, they improve air quality by releasing oxygen and moisture, and the shade they provide helps reduce cooling costs. A well executed tree maintenance plan will save you money in liability, removal/replacement and disease treatments, as well as provide energy savings. Our tree care division provides the highest level of service to assure the continuing enhancement of your investment for the generations to come.

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Based right here in San Clemente, Bemus Landscape has been installing and maintaining landscapes throughout Southern California for nearly 40 years. We recognize the impact of our services on the environment and we constantly strive to implement greener practices into our operations. From reducing chemical usage to installing less thirsty plants; from recycling 98% of our green waste to retrofitting weather based “smart” irrigation controllers, we have vast experience helping property owners and managers “go green”. 888.557.7910 www.BEMUS.com

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SUDOKU

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

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‘Street Art’ Project Brings Coastal Style Curbside Five San Clemente Artists Picked to Paint Utility Boxes

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all it a celebration of San Clemente.

The city’s pilot Street Art project features five artists from the Spanish Village by the Sea, and their designs reflect the area’s laidback lifestyle.

A jury made up of artists, art professionals, neighbors and community representatives chose Joyce Poisson’s Streetfair, Kristen Deckers’ Sun & Waves, Jackson Hinkle, 12, Surf’s Up, James Parkhurst’s Waterdance and Stephanie Leonard’s Palm Trees & Paint Brushes.

The five artists receive a $500 honorarium as well as a supply voucher for up to $200 for their participation in the pilot project. The transformation of the utility boxes will occur from April 16 to April 30. All artists agreed to paint their boxes on April 29 from noon to 2 p.m. to provide an opportunity for the public to meet them as they work. The artists’ works will go up on five utility boxes across the city as part of the pilot beautification project. The program was organized by the city and the San Clemente Art Association. SC —Stacie N. Galang

Streetfair

BY JOYCE POISSON

“Poisson is dedicated to the city of San Clemente and plans to express her gratitude by helping beautify the city with art.”

Sun & Waves

BY KRISTEN DECKERS

“I am thrilled to be a part of beautifying the city I live in.”

Surf’s Up

BY JACKSON HINKLE, 12

“Jackson’s taste in music and art went hand in hand until he met San Clemente artist, surfer Drew Brophy. Drew’s influence was dramatic.”

Palm Trees & Paint Brushes

Waterdance

BY STEPHANIE LEONARD

BY JAMES PARKHURST

“As a child I was always surrounded by the arts, either by the talents of music in my family or by the visual arts encouraged in my schooling and, thus, drawing and painting became a hobby.”

“After extensive travel, including two years wandering the Pacific on tuna boats, James received his bachelor of fine arts degree in visual communications from California State University, Long Beach.”

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UTILITY BOX LOCATIONS: Streetfair: Camino Vera Cruz/Sarmentoso; Truman Benedict Elementary Sun & Waves: Calle Negocio/Amanecer; San Clemente Business Park Surf’s Up: Avenida Pico/ SC High School; San Clemente High School Waterdance: Avenida Pico/Los Molinos; San Clemente Auto District Palm Trees & Paint Brushes: El Camino Real/Los Molinos; San Clemente Art Supply www.sanclementetimes.com

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY

The only directory featuring San Clemente businesses exclusively ACCOUNTANTS Craig Workinger CPA’s Inc 629 Camino de Los Mares #307

CHOCOLATE/CANDY COINS

AIR CONDITIONING All Season Air 949.579.0741 allseasonair@gmail.com, www.allseasonair.net Oasis Heating & Air 949.420.1321 31648 Rancho Viejo Rd. Ste. A, www.oasisair.com

APPLIANCES South Coast Furniture & Mattress 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com

949.492.5589

APPLIANCES SERVICES & REPAIRS

GraCorp Coins & Collectibles www.gracorpcoins.com

949.350.4692 Kevin

BEAUTY SUPPLY

CONTRACTORS - GENERAL

DENTISTS

DRYWALL/DRYWALL REPAIR 949.498.9515 Call Jeff johnson4sc@cox.net

BOOKS

949.683.4972

ELECTRICAL

949.361.1045 949.492.1114 Arcadia Electric www.arcadiaelectric.com Gallagher Electric 949.412.6602 BUSINESS COMPUTER SERVICE, REPAIR P.O. Box 986, www.gallagher-electric.com

Village Book Exchange 99 Avenida Serra

OC - IT 949.488.0029 970 Calle Negocio, www.oc-it.com

CARPET

ESTATE PLANNING, PROBATE, TRUST Lange & Minnott 1201 Puerta Del Sol, Ste. 203

949.492.3459

Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 FILM AND VIDEO PRODUCTION 638 Camino de los Mares, Ste. G-105, Red Point Digital 801.573.2370 www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com Shaw’s Carpets 949.492.8070 www.redpointdigital.com 135 Avenida Victoria FINANCIAL ADVISOR

CARPET & FLOORING

Anaheim Carpet & Flooring 949.366.6564 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.anaheimcarpet.net

CATERING Carbonara Trattoria 949.366.1040 111 Avenida Del Mar, #B, www.carbonara.com

CHEESE SHOP

Timothy C. Metcalf, Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC www.wfadvisors.com/tim.metcalf 949.862.1250

FLOORING Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 638 Camino de los Mares, Ste. G -105, www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com

FURNITURE

South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 The Cellar 949.492.3663 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com

CHIROPRACTIC CARE

HOME DÉCOR

CONCRETE Coldwell Banker Home Loans 949.307.7982 Costa Verde Landscape 949.361.9656 nmls#261832. Tom Fashing, Mortgage Advisor, License: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) www.costaverdelandscaping.com tom.fashing@mortgagefamily.com

949.493.9311 949.492.8180 Eric Johnson, D.D.S. 647 Camino de los Mares, Ste. 209, www.drericjohnson.com

BLINDS San Clemente Window Fashions www.sc-wf.com

All Season Air 949.579.0741 allseasonair@gmail.com, www.allseasonair.net Oasis Heating & Air 949.420.1321 31648 Rancho Viejo Rd. Ste. A, www.oasisair.com

San Clemente Optometry, David J. Nota, OD 224 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.2029 www.sanclementeoptometry.com Seaside Eyecare 949.493.2269 638 Camino De Los Mares, #A120, www.seasideeyecare.com

COMPUTER REPAIR & SERVICES South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 ORTHODONTIST 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com San Clemente Computer & Network Services Frank J. Mogavero, DDS MS 949.493.7300 daniel@sanclementecomputer.com 949.276.1581 HOME LOANS 1031 Avenida Pico # 101, www.syncyoursmile.com

ASAP Appliance Service 949.361.7713 B Construction 949.481.8444 3200 Legendario, www.asapapplianceservice.com 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.bconstruction.net The Cooper Company General Contractor ART GALLERIES License #B 638754, 949.361.2538 San Clemente Art Association 949.492.7175 www.biffcooperconstruction.com 100 N. Calle Seville, www.scartgallery.com Dunham Construction, Inc. 949.492.7100 License #450880, www.dunhamconstruction.net AUTO WRECKING Hutton Construction 949.492.2808 San Clemente Auto Wrecking & Repair Shop www.brucehuttonconstruction.com 1520 Avenida de la Estrella, Ste. B, 949.492.6121 COSMETICS www.sanclementeautowrecking.com AVON 949.370.0433 BABY & CHILDREN’S GEAR Annie Kyle, www.youravon.com/anniekyle OC Tykes 949.429.1714 Mary Kay Cosmetics 949.248.2868 201 N. El Camino Real, www.octykes.com www.marykay.com/madams2 Del Mar Beauty Supply 150 Avenida Del Mar, Ste D, www.delmarbeauty.com

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GRAPHIC DESIGN

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PERIODONTICS & DENTAL IMPLANTS

Curbside Pet & House Sitting 949.369.5074 San Clemente, dalmatian.love@cox.net

INTERIOR DECORATING & REDESIGN

Dr. Alice P. Moran, DMD 949.361.4867 (GUMS) 1001 Avenida Pico, Ste. K, www.moranperio.com

PEST CONTROL

The Home & Garden Stylist/ 949.218.8022 Colony Termite Control 949.361.2500 Vignettes of Refinement 1402 Calle Alcazar, www.colonytermite.com San Clemente, www.vignettesofrefinement.com

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Curbside Pet & House Sitting 949.369.5074 Paradise Jewelers 949.361.4367 San Clemente, dalmatian.love@cox.net 808 N. El Camino Real, www.paradisejewelers.com

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PHARMACIES

Sea View Pharmacy 949.361.9656 665 Camino De Los Mares #101, www.seaviewpharmacy.com

Costa Verde Landscape License#: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) www.costaverdelandscaping.com Greenscapes Landscape & Design 949.366.6564 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.greenscapesoc.com

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949.633.0813

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PIZZA Izza Neapolitan Pizzeria 949.248.4925 376 Camino de Estrella, www.izzapizzeria.com

PLUMBING

A to Z Leak Detection 949.499.4464 1218 Puerta del Sol, www.atozleakdetection.com MATTRESSES Bill Metzger Plumbing 949.492.3558 South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 1218 Puerta del Sol, www.billmetzgerplumbing.com 949.496.9731 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com Chick’s Plumbing www.chicks-plumbing.com MOLD REMOVAL San Clemente Plumbing 949.366.2691 Jarvis Restoration -24/7 949.362.5388 647 Camino de los Mares, Ste. 108, 1393 Calle Avanzado, www.jarvisrestoration.com www.sanclementeplumbing.com

MORTGAGES

POOL/SPA SERVICE & REPAIR

Brian Wiechman, 949.533.9209 Radiant Pool & Spa Service www.radiantpoolservice.com V.I.P. Independent Mortgage Inc. www.vipmtginc.com/team/brianwiechman

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PRESCHOOLS

San Clemente Preschool SC Rider Supply 949.388.0521 163 Avenida Victoria 520 S. El Camino Real, www.scridersupply.com

MUSIC LESSONS Danman’s Music School 949.496.6556 www.danmans.com Leslie Lowe - Ukulele, Guitar 949.292.5019 & Bass leslielowe82@gmail.com Janet Poth - Violin & Viola 949.922.6388 413 Calle Pueblo, janpoth@aol.com

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PRINTING

Printing OC 949.388.4888 27134 Paseo Espada #B 203, www.printingoc.com

PSYCHOLOGISTS

Barbara M. Thomas, PsyD 949.547.0833 655 Camino de Los Mares, Ste. 117 Janet M. Seymour, PsyD 949.633.0813 1443 N. El Camino Real, Ste. B OFFICE FURNITURE Manny Tau, Psy.D., PSY14892 888.949.5150 South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 300 S. El Camino Real, Ste. 218, www.drtau.com (Cont.)

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REAL ESTATE Antonio Fiorello, Forté Realty Group 949.842.3631 San Clemente, www.forterealtygroup.com Casa Verde Homes - Simon Wilson 949.212.5800 www.casaverdehomes.com Century 21 OMA - Eric Benson 949.584.3751 www.sanclementecoastalhomes.com Marcie George - Star Real Estate South County marciegeorge@cox.net 949.690.5410 McDaniel Gilmore Group - Surterre Properties www.livetalega.com 949.464.3226 Prue Putnins- Regency Real Estate 949.366.1984 www.TheTalegaTeam.com, www.HomesByPrue.com “Sandy & Rich” - ReMax www.sandyandrich.com 949.293.3236

REMODEL Casa Verde Homes 949.212.5800 License #B 906391, www.casaverderenovation.com Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 638 Camino de los Mare, Ste. G-105, www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com

RESTAURANTS

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TERMITES Colony Termite Control 949.361.2500 1402 Calle Alcazar, www.colonytermite.com The Termite Guy 949.940.1010 106 W. Canada Ave., www.877termite.com

TILE & STONE INSTALLATION/RESTORATION Yorba Linda Tile & Marble, Inc. www.yorbalindatilemarble.com

949.492.8719

VETERINARIANS

Pacific Coast Veterinary Hospital 949.429.1555 Salon Bleu 949.366.2060 1242 Puerta Del Sol, www.pacificcoastveterinary.com 207 S. El Camino Real, www.scsalonbleu.com Sanctuary Salon & Spa 949.429.5802 WATER DAMAGE 1041 Avenida Pico, Ste. B, www.sanctuarytalega.com Jarvis Restoration -24/7 949.362.5388 1393 Calle Avanzado, www.jarvisrestoration.com

SCREENS

WATER WISE IRRIGATION Café Calypso 949.366.9386 Sure-Fit Screens 949.498.9412 114 Avenida Del Mar #4 Costa Verde Landscape 949.361.9656 www.surefitscreens.com Carbonara Trattoria 949.366.1040 License#: 744797 (C-8 & C-27) 111 Avenida Del Mar, #B, www.carbonara.com www.costaverdelandscaping.com SECOND HAND/THRIFT SHOP The Cellar 949.492.3663 South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com The Bargain Box 949.492.2800 ROOFING CONTRACTORS 526 N. El Camino Real, Jim Thomas Roofing 949.498.6204 www.capistranovalley.assistanceleague.org 162 Calle de Industrias RUNNING STORE Run More 949.940.0408 303 N. El Camino Real, www.runmore-ca.com

SALONS

SKINCARE A Beautiful You Skin Care 949.370.1852 1502 N. El Camino Real, www.abeautifulyouoc.com

SURF SCHOOLS

San Clemente Surf School Salon Bamboo 949.361.3348 www.sanclementesurflessons.com 150 Avenida Del Mar, Ste. A, www.salonbamboo.com

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WEBSITE DESIGN San Clemente Website Design 949.246.8345 www.sanclementewebsitedesign.com

WINDOW CLEANING

949.276.5752 Bayside Window Cleaning 714.757.3490 www.baysidewindowcleaning.com

VACUUMS, SERVICE & REPAIR Best Blinds & Vacuums 73 Via Pico Plaza

TUTORING Study with Stacy 949.632.1176 www.studywithstacy.com Tutor Toes 949.429.6222 111 W. Avenida Palizada, Ste. 11, www.tutortoes.com

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WINE BAR The Cellar 949.492.3663 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com

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Triton Report

By David Zimmerle

BASEBALL • The Tritons (1-3 SCL, 6-6) were upended in a 4-0 loss to El Toro on March 28, en route to its third straight defeat in South Coast League play. Danny Atkinson took the loss from the mound with two strikeouts while Brock Eissman went one-for-two on the day. The team bounced back March 31, beating Capo Valley, 3-2. Dan Caresio went two-for-four for the Tritons with one RBI. San Clemente went on to compete at the Anaheim Lions Tournament March 31 and April 2-4. Next 7 days: April 10 vs. *Dana Hills, 3:15 p.m.; April 11 at *Dana Hills, Noon SOFTBALL • The Lady Tritons (6-8) rolled to its third straight win after beating Tesoro, 4-0, on March 29. Lauren Delgadillo and Shannon McCasland each had doubles on the day and finished with one

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April 6, 7:05 p.m.

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Act Today! 5k, 10k and Walk, Mission Bay, San Diego

After opening the 2012 season on the road against the Dodgers earlier in the week, the Angels head home to face Kansas City for three games.

Before embarking on a three-game road trip, the Purple and Gold have to contend with Houston.

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Info: www.losangeles.angels. mlb.com

RBI apiece. The team next hosted Capo Valley on April 3 before competing at the Michelle Carew Tournament at Canyon High April 4-7. Next 7 days: N/A GOLF • The Tritons (0-1 SCL, 1-5-1) couldn’t get past Tesoro March 26, losing 183-205 to the Titans. San Clemente next faced Tesoro at Coto de Caza April 3, traveled to take on Corona del Mar April 4 and then hosted Laguna Beach at Talega April 5. Next 7 days: N/A BOYS LACROSSE • Two, one-goal losses dropped the Tritons to 6-4 on the season. On March 31 at Vista Hermosa Sports Park, the Tritons lost 11-10 to Great Oak. San Clemente rallied from a 10-5 deficit but couldn’t get the equalizer.

Sophomore attackman Peyton Garrett scored three fourth-quarter goals to go with two assists, while seniors Jay Kassity had three goals and Aaron Self had two goals and an assist. On March 29, the Tritons routed Mission Viejo at home, 17-6.

Goalie Thomas Ahola had five saves, while midfielder Kevin Moore led the team with 10 ground balls and Stone Sims had a

April 7, 8 a.m.

This fun event features a 5k, 10k and walk all in an effort to show your continued support for military families.

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BASEBALL

Dodgers vs. Padres, PETCO Park April 7, 5:35 p.m.

BOYS AND GIRLS SWIMMING • Both varsity levels faced Mission Viejo on March 27 and then traveled to take on Trabuco Hills on April 5. Next 7 days: N/A BOYS AND GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD • After competing against San Juan Hills

April 10, 3:15 p.m.

The boys in blue continue their trek down the coastline as the Dodgers roll through a three game series against San Diego.

Rival teams square off at San Clemente High before competing against each other on the diamond at Dana Hills on April 11.

Info: www.losangeles.dodgers.mlb.com

Info: www.sctritons.com

team-leading four clears. Garrett (3 goals, 4 assists), Burns (4 goals, 2 assists), Kassity (3 goals, 2 assists) paced the offense. Tesoro rallied from down 8-3 March 27 to beat San Clemente at Tesoro 10-9 in overtime.

San Clemente next traveled to take on Dana Hills on April 3 before hitting the road to face El Toro at Serrano M.S. on April 5.

Next 7 days: April 12 at Marin Catholic, 4 p.m.

GIRLS LACROSSE • The Lady Tritons (0-3 SCL, 3-5) didn’t have enough to power past Tesoro March 27, losing 12-8 to the Lady Titans. The team then suffered another lopsided loss after getting rattled in a 13-5 defeat to Mission Viejo March 29.

The girls went on to host Dana Hills April 3 before taking in another home game against El Toro on April 5. Next 7 days: N/A

BASEBALL

Dolphins vs. Tritons San Clemente High

on March 28, both varsity levels went on to participate at the Trabuco Hills Invite March 30-31. No athletes from either varsity team finished in the top 10 at the event. The team next went on to face Tesoro on the road on April 4. Next 7 days: N/A BOYS TENNIS • The Tritons (2-0 SCL, 7-1) faced Aliso Niguel on March 27 before hitting the road for a match against Capo Valley on March 29. Next, the team competed at the Dana Hills Invite march 303-1 before hosting Trabuco Hills on April 5. Next 7 days: N/A BOYS VOLLEYBALL • The Tritons (3-0 SCL, 14-2) continued on its course of domination, beating Tesoro 3-0 on March 27. Following the 25-18, 25-12 and 25-16 win, Dylan Eads had a team high of 20 digs while Lucas Yoder finished with 14 kills. San Clemente next rolled through Mission Viejo in a 3-0 win, beating the Diablos 25-11, 25-12 and 25-11. The team went on to face rival Dana Hills on April 3 before traveling to take on Laguna Hills on April 5. Next 7 days: N/A

SCOR E BOAR D WATER POLO

Orange County Water Polo Club’s 10U team celebrates a first place finish at a recent tournament in Irvine. Courtesy photo

San Clemente Times April 5–11, 2012

SOCCER OC WATER POLO 10U TAKES FIRST On March 17th and 18th, Orange County Water Polo Club’s 10 and under coed team finished in first place while in the Gold Division at their March 17-18 tournament at William Woollett Aquatics Center in Irvine.

The team is coached by Jordan Salazar and Justin Kroeze and includes Joe Callari, Marshall Eichenauer, Dylan Farrell, Jackson Glassman, Cooper Haddad, Gabriel Haddad, Luke Malecka, Wyatt Merchant and Adler Zachary. The 10U and 12U teams are currently holding practices at the aquatics facility at Vista Hermosa Sports Park.

For more information about the club, visit www.ocwpc.com.

JASA SOCCER CAMPS JUST AHEAD Jaime Arroyo Soccer Academy will be running his 7th Annual Spring Break & Summer camps. Players learn to get more touches on the ball while improving striking with more power, creating better first touches, mastering ball skills and learning to attack with more speed. The camp is for boys and girls ages 5-14 and goes from 9 a.m. to noon. The Forster Ranch Park session is April 9-11; the Liberty Park session is June 25-27. Vista Hermosa Sports Park will have two sessions is July 16-18 August 20-22. The cost is $100 per player and includes a camp T-shirt. For updates and registration info, visit www.jasocceracademy. com, email info@jasocceracademy.com or call 949.291.2678.

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GROM OF THE WEEK Casey Powell Age: 17, San Clemente High School Casey Powell is a second year member of the San Clemente High School surf team. This contest season has so far been a successful one for Casey, as he finished third at the NSSA Scholastic State Championships last month. And, with one regular season event left in WSA, he is ranked No. 3 in the Junior Longboard U18 division—well within striking range of a season title. As a high school junior, he is focused on keeping his grades up in preparation for graduation. With a full schedule of rigorous AP and IB classes, Casey finished last semester with an incredible 4.6 GPA (4.3 cumulative) and says his first choice for college is USC. When not surfing, Casey enjoys exploring the open space, state parks and trails Casey Powell. Photo by Andrea Swayne in and around San Clemente. As if his schedule isn’t busy enough as is, he also spends a few hours a day as a math tutor helping students from elementary school through high school level. Casey says surfing every morning (conditions permitting) plays a big part in helping him keep up with the rigorous demands of student life. “Surfing is a great way to start the day. I go to school refreshed and awake,” said Casey. “And as a sport, surfing offers the best of both worlds. I can free surf for fun on weekends with my friends and test my skill in competition, both individually and as part of a team. It’s something I plan to do until I’m a very old man.” —Andrea Swayne

Live from the Blue Carpet

SURF RESULTS Vans Pier Classic, March 28-April 1, Huntington Beach Pier

Local surfers Greg Long and Nathan Fletcher nominated for Billabong XXL Big Wave awards

ASP MEN 4-STAR: 1. Nat Young, Santa Cruz, 15.07; 2. Nathan Yeomans, San Clemente, 14.87; 3. Chris Ward, San Clemente, 10.66; 4. Chase Wilson, Newport Beach, 7.00.

By Andrea Swayne San Clemente Times

PRO JUNIOR 4-STAR: 1. Keanu Asing, Hawaii, 12.07; 2. Andrew Doheny, Newport Beach, 11.37; 3. Ian Gentil, Hawaii, 7.93; 4. Conner Coffin, Santa Barbara, 4.77.

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ith all the pomp and prestige of a big Hollywood awards show, the 2012 Billabong XXL Global Big Wave Awards will—on May 4 at the Grove Theater in Anaheim—honor the daredevils of surfing who defy death by riding the biggest waves this planet has to offer.

Among the athletes walking the red, err, blue carpet in this case, will be two of the world’s best big wave surfers from among our abundant pool of local talent—Greg Long of San Clemente and from San Juan Capistrano, Nathan Fletcher.

After more than 1,000 entries were whittled down to the five very best videos and still images documenting five categories of the most amazing monster wave moments of the year, both Long and Fletcher were nominated for the granddaddy of XXL honors, the $50,000 Ride of the Year award.

Long was nominated for a massive barreling wave he paddled into at Puerto

UPCOMING EVENTS April 14-15: WSA Gatorade Championship Tour, Event No. 9, Huntington Beach, Goldenwest Street Nathan Fletcher’s tube ride at Teahupo’o, Tahiti on August 27 is a top contender for Monster Tube honors at the 2012 Billabong XXL Global Big Wave Awards. Photo by Tim McKenna/mckenna.com/BillabongXXL.com

April 28: NSSA Southwest Explorer, Event No. 9, Dana Point, Salt Creek

Escondido, Mexico on May 19, 2011 and Fletcher for an equally impressive tube ride at Teahupo’o, Tahiti on August 27, 2011.

Fletcher’s performance also earned him a shot at the $5,000 Monster Tube award.

Other prize categories in this 12th annual event, include Monster Paddle, Billabong XXL Biggest Wave and Verizon Wipeout.

Men’s and Girl’s Performance awards will be announced on award night. The lensmen responsible for capturing the clips and

April 28: NSSA Southwest Explorer, Event No. 8. This event, originally scheduled for March 24, was postponed due to flat surf and rescheduled to run concurrently with Event No. 9 at Dana Point, Salt Creek.

images are also eligible for awards and a share of the total $120,000 prize purse.

Although the Billabong XXL Big Wave Awards is an invitation only event, all the festivities can be viewed via live webcast on YouTube’s Network A. The show will also air as a one-hour program on FUEL TV, Sunday, May 20 at 3 p.m.

To find out more about the awards, including photos and clips of all the nominees, log on to www.billabongxxl.com. SC

April 28-29: Surfing America Prime West, Event No. 6, Camp Pendleton, DMJs May 12-13: WSA Gatorade West Coast Championships, San Onofre State Park, Church Beach