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VOLUME 8, ISSUE 39

What is Village Character?

Definition at the heart of height limit debate EYE ON SC/PAGE 6

Proponents and opponents of a proposed height restriction for the city’s downtown center their concerns on whether more three story buildings, such as Hotel San Clemente, should be a part of downtown. Photo by Jim Shilander

Edison, Mitsubishi Cited for SONGS Generator Problems

QB Applegate Must Step Up for Tritons After Injury

Special Insert: Rainbow Sandals Battle of the Paddle

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LOCAL NEWS & IN-DEPTH REPORTING

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SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO A group of San Juan Capistrano residents have filed a notice of intent to recall City Councilman Sam Allevato. Clint Worthington, a representative for the recall organizers, Residents for Honest Government, served Allevato with the notice during the City Council meeting last Tuesday. The group cites Allevato’s ongoing support of the city’s controversial groundwater recovery plant and his February 2010 vote to increase water rates and establish a new tiered rate structure. Those rates were declared illegal by an Orange County Superior Court judge in August. The city is attempting to appeal that decision. In a prepared statement, Allevato defended his actions on the dias and said the group has unfairly targeted him. “My friends, do not be fooled by this, as each and every one of you have experienced bullying in your life,” Allevato said.

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The city of Dana Point banned skateboarding down six public streets last week. City Manager Doug Chokevys said concerns about safety had streamed in for years, but did not have statistics on the number of calls received. He said signs would be erected on streets throughout the Monarch Bay Terrace neighborhood, located at Pacific Coast Highway and Crown Valley Parkway, warning skateboarders of the ban, allowing sheriff’s deputies to enforce restrictions. City Engineer Brad Fowler said staff relied heavily on input from residents and recommended banning the activity on six streets including Azores, Caribbean and Caspian Sea, Sea Island and Seven Seas drives and Crete Road. The council passed the item unanimously. The ban is backed in the city’s municipal code allowing the council to designate any public roadway or other public property as a no roller-slating, skateboarding or bicycling area.

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…SONGS?

THE LATEST: Federal regulators issued a ruling Monday citing both the manufacturer of nuclear generators at the San Onofre nuclear power plant and its operator for issues leading to the plant’s retirement in June.

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission notified Southern California Edison, the majority owner and operator of the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station, that the design of replacement steam generators at the plant constituted a violation of “low to moderate safety significance.”

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, the manufacturer of the generators, was issued a “notice of nonconformance” from the federal agency for problems associated with their design, specifically citing the computer modeling system used as “inadequate.” The agency does not regulate Mitsubishi.

In a release, Peter Dietrich, Edison’s chief nuclear officer, said while the utility was cited for failing to monitor the manufacturer’s modeling, the agency’s findings reflected Edison’s belief that Mitsubishi’s faulty design was the major issue.

WHAT’S NEXT: Both Edison and San Diego Gas & Electric are seeking damages from Mitsubishi for costs associated with the faulty generators, including the cost of replacement power.

The NRC will host a public meeting Thursday in Carlsbad to discuss the nuclear decommissioning process, including the course of action at SONGS. FIND OUT MORE: For more in the Thursday meeting, visit www.sanclementetimes. com. – JS

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… City Hall?

THE LATEST: As part of the City Council’s San Clemente Times September 26–October 2, 2013

discussion over San Clemente’s General Plan on Tuesday, the council moved to allow city hall to be turned into affordable housing if the city ever moved to consolidate all its offices in one place.

The draft general plan included a provision to redesignate the zoning of the City Hall property to allow for a change if the city ever moved its offices from their current location on Avenida Presidio to the same location as the city’s offices on Calle Negocio. However, council members expressed concerns about the language of the restriction preventing the city from rehabilitating or expanding the current City Hall. Among other departments, Planning, Community Development and Engineering all have their offices at the Negocio property, while Beaches, Parks and Recreation is located at the San Clemente Community Center.

WHAT’S NEXT: City Manager Pall Gudgeirsson said the future of the City Hall building will likely be reviewed next year as part of the city’s long-term financial planning. Gudgeirsson said market circumstances had changed since the issue of consolidating offices was first raised in 2008.

FIND OUT MORE: For more on the meeting, visit www.sanclementetimes.com.

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ing to update the status of the project, Hamid Torkamanha the project engineer, said the project will be the third portion of the effort to add a high-occupancy vehicle lane, from San Juan Creek Road to Avenida Pico, to begin work. The first portion of the project, from San Juan Creek Road to Pacific Coast Highway, is set to begin in January. A portion from PCH to Avenida Vista Hermosa is set to begin four to five months later. The portion stretching from Vista Hermosa to Pico would then begin four to five months after that. The last portion will also be the longest and is expected to take two and a half years, as it involves the reconstruction of the Pico interchange.

WHAT’S NEXT: Torkamanha said OCTA’s efforts to acquire the properties within the new right-of-way, including the Shell station and Burger Stop on the south side of Pico, west of I-5, were underway. Though the two parcels belong to the same owner, Torkamanha said they will have to be treated as separate properties. The city will have the right to examine the potential use of the properties as a park or another amenity first. If the city does not take the properties, they would be auctioned off.

FIND OUT MORE: For more on the story, visit www.sanclementetimes.com. – JS

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…the Pico Interchange Project?

THE LATEST: The project engineer of the Orange County Transit Authority’s Interstate 5 widening project said Wednesday that the first phase of construction, which will include demolition of a portion of the overpass at Avenida Pico, can be expected to begin by this time next year.

During a quarterly stakeholders meet-

… the Assistant City Manager?

THE LATEST: City Manager Pall Gudgeirsson said Wednesday he is nearing a final decision on hiring for his old position, assistant city manager, next month.

The position was vacant from March until June, when Bill Cameron, the city’s public works director, was appointed on an interim basis. Gudgeirsson initially stated he wanted to fill the post in April,

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but the application process was reopened again in search of more candidates.

While Gudgeirsson had also served in the elected office of city treasurer, he said with other city staff focused on the financial health of the city, he was seeking more of a “generalist” for the position.

WHAT’S NEXT: Gudgeirsson said an initial candidate list of 145 had been narrowed to eight, with whom he’d conducted interviews. The process was now down to a reference check and a final choice, which he anticipates making next week. A formal announcement of the hire, may be made at the council’s meeting of October 15.

FIND OUT MORE: For updates, visit www.sanclementetimes.com – JS

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…Train Closures?

THE LATEST: San Clemente’s two Metrolink train stations will be closed for service the next three Saturdays for work on construction at the seven pedestrian train crossings in the city. The work will also limit access to certain parts of the Beach Trail.

Enhancements to the crossings would widen paved areas, add new fencing, crossing gate arms, improved signs and install electrical work for the audible warning system, according to an Orange County Transportation Authority release.

WHAT’S NEXT: Service to the two San Clemente stations will be available during the week and on Sundays, OCTA spokesman Joel Zlotnik said. Those needing to use the train on Saturdays are directed use the stations in Laguna Niguel or San Juan Capistrano.

FIND OUT MORE: For more information, visit www.octa.net/scbeachtrail. -- JS www.sanclementetimes.com

EYE ON SC CITY AND COMMUNITY CALENDAR Thursday, September 26 Networking Luncheon 11:30 a.m.

Chamber event at Ricardo’s Place celebrating its 10th anniversary. Cost $15 (lunch).

32082 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.492.1131, www.scchamber.com.

Friday, September 27 Book Sale 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The San Clemente Friends of the Library hold a two-day book sale (Friday and Saturday) at the San Clemente Library. 242 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.276.6342.

Saturday, September 28 Open House at The Loft 1 p.m.-4 p.m.

Visit The Writing Loft for an open house with prizes, refreshments and more. 209 Avenida Del Mar, Suite 201B, San Clemente, 949.272.0556, www.thewritingloft.com/ sanclemente.

Sunday, September 29 San Clemente Farmers Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fresh produce, flowers and more every Sunday along Avenida Del Mar. Rain or shine.

Glue and Go Costumes for Kids 2 p.m.-3 p.m. Head to the library for a demonstration on how to create unique, oversize, eye-catching Halloween costumes using everyday household items. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3493, www.ocpl.org.

Tuesday, October 1 After School Club 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

A variety of activities are provided, including stories and crafts for kids 5 and older at the library. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3493, www.san-clemente.org.

Business Networking Meeting 7 a.m.–8:30 a.m. Meets at Sarducci’s every Tuesday; visitors welcome. 26701 Verdugo St., San Juan Capistrano, 949.973.7690, www.capistranodepot.com.

Toastmasters 7 p.m.–8:40 p.m. Practice public speaking every Tuesday in a friendly and supportive atmosphere at the Baha’i Center. 3316 Avenida Del Presidente, 6463. toastmastersclubs.org.

Thursday, October 3 Sunset Networking Mixer 5:30 p.m.

Halloween-themed Chamber mixer hosted

by Adele’s at the San Clemente Inn. Wear a costume and be entered in a contest with prizes. 2600 Avenida Del Presidente, 949.492.1131, www.scchamber.com.

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NEWS BITES

Compiled by Jim Shilander

PROPS, RECOGNITIONS AND MORSELS OF INFO Ocean Festival Funding Available The San Clemente Ocean Festival is accepting donation requests. The main focus of the nonprofit volunteer organization is the promotion and support of ocean safety, the environment and the community by providing a quality athletic, cultural and enjoyable family event. The organization has awarded over $370,000 in grants to local organizations and schools, plus scholarships to college-bound students in the tri-city area since 1993. This year’s committee will be accepting requests through October 15. Last year the group awarded $4,000 in donations. Recipients included scholarships for San Clemente’s Junior Lifeguard Program and swim lessons through the city’s Recreation Department, plus sponsorship for the Summer Beach Series concerts. For information on applying for a grant, visit the group’s website, www.oceanfestival.org, which includes guidelines and an application.

Delanty Exhibition to Serve as Opener for New Casa Offering San Clemente artist Rick Delanty will serve as the inaugural exhibitor for Casa Romantica’s new “Open Casa” series.

San Clemente artist Rick Delanty will be the first artist featured in the “Open Casa” series at Casa Romantica, opening October 8. Courtesy photo

Delanty’s exhibition, “The Color of San Clemente,” features scenes from around the area, from San Onofre to Dana Point, including Avenida Del Mar and Cotton’s Point.

“It’s something for everybody,” Delanty said “The idea is that it’s a city for everyone.”

The Open Casa series will present three different artists per year, in addition to the annual student art showcase in the spring.

A free reception will be held at the Casa, 415 Avenida Granada, Tuesday, October 8 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The show continues through November 17. Admission is $5 and is open from Tuesday to Thursday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

iHOPE Poker Tournament October 4 The first ever iHOPE Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament and silent auction, takes place Friday, October 4, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the San Clemente Holiday Inn, 35 Via Pico Plaza. Admission is $75 for the tournament buy-in and $25 for no-play entry. Less than 100 seats are available.

The event will include a DJ and dancing, cuisine donated by restaurants including Carbonara’s, Augustino’s, Antoine’s, Incredible Edibles, Cafe Mimosa and Sonny’s Pizza.

Wines from One Hope Winery and selected beers will also be available. A 50/50 raffle, silent auction and cigar salon will be held on the patio, hosted by San Clemente Wine Co. Funds raised benefit iHOPE Orange County, a local interfaith outreach focusing on the homeless, at-risk and working poor. iHope OC provides basic needs, shelter, tools and training to guide the homeless in their return to self-sufficiency, www.ihopeoc.org.

Tickets can be purchased at the iHOPE Thrift Store, 542 North El Camino Real, San Clemente Chamber of Commerce, 1100 N. El Camino Real, or order by contacting Nanci Mavar at 949.500.0494, Sandy Condello at 949.279.3975 or Becky Lehman at 949.218.4578.

Have something interesting for the community? Send your information to editorial@sanclementetimes.com.

Brandenburg Named Lifeguard of the Year Former longboard champion needed convincing by family to join program

By Jim Shilander San Clemente Times

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t took cajoling from his brother and father to persuade Scott Brandenburg to try out to be a lifeguard in 2007.

Thursday, both were able to see Brandenburg receive the department’s top honor.

Brandenburg was honored as the 2013 Lifeguard of the Year by the Exchange Club of San Clemente at Pride of the Pacific Bar & Grille at San Clemente Municipal Golf Course. The honor is given each year in conjunction with the San Clemente Marine Safety Department, whose members vote one of their own as the winner each year. Brandenburg is the 10th recipient of the award, which was first presented in 2004.

Brandenburg, a former state and national longboard champion and swimmer, got the approval of his peers for his focus on the job and service as a role model, Marine Safety Chief Bill Humphreys said.

“I think it was about his dedication and his focus on watching the water,” Humphreys said. “He always sets a good example for the other staff. He makes good decisions and keeps a level head. Those are signs of expertise the younger lifeguards

The Brandenburg family, including Al, Scott, Karla and Steve. Photo by Jim Shilander

look up to.”

Brandenburg said he hadn’t been involved in junior lifeguarding, so he wasn’t necessarily sure what was involved with being a lifeguard, when he started in 2007.

That’s when his brother, Steve, and father, Al, stepped in and encouraged him to go out for the job.

He said he was “pretty surprised” when he heard about the award, but said being named by his colleagues was a huge honor.

“I’m blessed to be able to work in a place I grew up in, and in a job that makes a difference in people’s lives,” he said.

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Humphreys noted the city’s lifeguards had been patrolling the beaches for over 80 years.

“It still operates the same way it did back then. Its men and women in the towers, watching the water,” Humphreys said.

“We rescue a lot of people in San Clemente. There were 3,000 rescues this year.”

Exchange Club President Bill Pope said the award presentation has become one of the premier events for the organization, along with the luncheon honoring the firefighter and police officers of the year in November. SC www.sanclementetimes.com

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Village Character at Center of Height Controversy Definition of what makes downtown special in dispute

By Jim Shilander San Clemente Times

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s the San Clemente City Council finalizes a decision on the future appearance of Avenida del Mar through its consideration of the draft general plan, one phrase is likely to be on members’ minds, “village character.”

The phrase, which originated from a 2009 study conducted by True North Research, has largely been used by supporters of a proposed two-story height limit for the downtown area known as the “T-zone.” This area includes the 100 and 200 blocks of Avenida Del Mar and the intersecting portion of El Camino Real—between avenidas Palizada and Presidio. “Village character,” for some, has become shorthand for the kind of small-scale businesses and buildings currently found on the street.

However, those looking to keep the city’s current allowance for three-story developments in limited circumstances, including downtown property owners, believe their opponents have read too much into an open-ended idea. That interpretation, they say, could strip them of their property rights.

The city’s current zoning regulations allow for threestory, mixed-use developments in the area. In this case, mixed-use refers to allowing for multiple uses, such as residential blended with commercial or retail in the same complex. Such buildings are able to stand up to three stories tall, or 45 feet in height, while two-story developments are restricted to 33 feet.

The new draft general plan requires Spanish colonial revival architecture for new developments or significant changes to a building. In order to combat fears of “canyonization” negatively impacting views, the city has proposed encouraging property owners of one- and two-story properties nearing the end of their lifecycle to maintain their current size, or growing to two stories. These efforts could include a streamlined approval process.

The mixed-use allowance for three stories has been in place since 1996, however, no such structures have been built in the area, though it has been proposed. The Olen Development Corporation had approached the city with a proposal to put a large-scale development next to the Historic City Hall on El Camino Real. The proposal

Principal city planner Jeff Hook makes a point during the presentation of the city’s draft general plan to the City Council Tuesday. Photo by Jim Shilander

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At the heart of the height restriction debate is whether one or two story building on Avenida del Mar will end up being replaced by larger buildings that some believe will detract from the area’s character. Photo by Jim Shilander

would have put a more than 7,000-square-foot project in the former Easley building for retail and residential uses.

The company withdrew the project last December by the company and accused the city and opponents of “throwing up roadblocks at every turn.”

Concerns about that project led the General Plan Advisory Committee to vote to restrict building heights in the area to two stories. Nineteen members of the 25-member board were present for the vote, with 10 voting in favor, seven against and two abstaining. The Planning Commission removed the limit from the draft general plan last fall after contentious debate swirled between the two sides.

Conclusions provided in the True North survey provide ammunition for both sides.

When the question, “What do you like most about San Clemente that the city government should make sure to preserve in the future?” was asked, the highest level of response was reflected in the quality and proximity to the city’s beaches. The answer was given by more than 32 percent of respondents. More than 12 percent of those surveyed said the city’s small-town atmosphere should be preserved—the next highest answer.

However, when asked about goals and priorities of the city, to “preserve the unique village character of the city” was the highest answer recorded, with 86 percent of respondents noting it as a high or medium priority. A plurality of those who responded to the survey, 43 percent, stated they had lived in the city for more than 15 years.

The conclusions section of the study included the statement, “The dominant theme of the survey results is that residents are focused on maintaining—rather than changing—the character of San Clemente.” The conclusions also noted a large percentage of respondents saw attracting new businesses and providing economic incentives to improve the city’s tax base as vital. Both were rated as higher priorities than restricting growth.

The debate continued Tuesday night in front of the City Council. Those supporting the height restrictions, which included members of the San Clemente Historical Society, argued their position represented the popular will.

Alan Korsen, a member of GPAC, said business downtown had “flourished” without construction of three story buildings in the last two decades. He termed the desire to restrict height as “corrective action.”

Larry Culbertson, president of the Historical Society, told the council that two years ago, he conducted an informal survey of the properties along Avenida del Mar, and found that of 54 sites in 100 and 200 blocks, 33 were single story structures, and 17 were two stories. Two buildings, the Hotel San Clemente and the former Cornet building at the corner of Ola Vista, were three stories. Culbertson said the latter was only three stories along a side street.

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“That’s what we call pedestrian scale,” he said. Culbertson also argued the smaller lots on Del Mar “simply do not work” for vertical mixed-use.

Historical Society board member Mike Cotter was not at the meeting, but said the GPAC’s decision making ultimately reflected what people wanted.

“What San Clemente residents want is what there is now,” Cotter said. “Whatever that is, they want it to stay the same. You can stand on the street and decide what you see. That’s the best way to go.”

Cotter said in his mind, this meant Spanish colonial revival architecture and “human scale” buildings. Cotter said the notion of trying to define what “village character” is was a distraction.

“If you want to see village character, just walk down Avenida del Mar and open your eyes,” Cotter said.

On the other side, Don Prime, a former planning commissioner and downtown property owner, said he would have acted differently on the survey if he had known what it might have brought.

“Nowhere was ‘village character’ or ‘small town atmosphere’ defined,” Prime said of the survey. Had it been made clear that banning three story construction as a choice, Prime said, he never would have checked that box.

“Village character has very little to do with building height,” he said. “I think it has to do more with being pedestrian friendly.” He cited the Hotel San Clemente as an example, with its large courtyard serving as a gathering spot.

Prime said he felt he and other property owners had been unfairly maligned during the process. He said he felt proponents of the height restriction had tried to make the process about “out of town” property owners against residents.

“Someone called us, ‘the needy and the greedy,’” he said. Prime estimated 41 properties on Del Mar were owned by locals.

City Councilmen Tim Brown and Chris Hamm, who were both members of GPAC, made proposals to restrict building heights in the area to two stories during initial discussions of the proposal Tuesday. Hamm actually proposed eliminating mixed-use from the area entirely, but his proposal died for want of support from other council members. There was no further discussion on the height restriction amongst the council members during the evening’s session.

At the close of the meeting, Mayor Bob Baker said he expects the council will resolve the height limit issue by the end of discussions over the General Plan at the council’s October 1 meeting. Even with the approval of a draft plan, the council must still endorse a final version of the General Plan later in the fall. SC www.sanclementetimes.com

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

Monday, September 23 SUSPICIOUS PERSON IN VEHICLE North El Camino Real/Calle de los Molinos (8:02 p.m.) The driver of a gray Toyota SUV was reported for running red lights.

At the time of the call, the driver was parked and remained inside the vehicle.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Avenida Del Mar, 200 Block (6:21 p.m.)

A woman told authorities her son was headed to the library to sell stolen property to an unknown person. She said he drove a red Oldsmobile with numerous stickers on the rear window and bumper.

According to arrest records, authorities arrested a 24-year-old man who is currently being held on $20,000 bail.

PETTY THEFT Avenida Pico, 900 Block (5:20 p.m.) An informant called deputies to report a theft and said the man had been under investigation for the past three months. Deputies responded and followed the man’s car until Avenida Victoria, where he was arrested. He is being held on $15,000 bail.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Avenida Santa Barbara, 200 Block (5:02 p.m.) A caller contacted authorities after coming across a man lying on a sidewalk.

The caller said the man appeared to be homeless and sleeping.

CITIZEN ASSIST Calle Sarmentoso, 1200 Block (2:40 p.m.)

A female crossing guard called deputies to report cars driving through the crosswalk at high speeds. She requested deputies come to the crosswalk near the middle school.

DISTURBANCE Calle Cordillera, 1000 Block (2:24 p.m.)

A man heard a woman screaming for help in a nearby business. When he went to check on her, he saw a muscular man in his 40s with slicked back hair exit the business through a roll-up doorway, kicking things on his way out.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Calle De La Luna, 0 Block (2:43 a.m.)

A man told deputies he heard a loud booming sound and thought he saw San Clemente Times September 26–October 2, 2013

shadows walking in his backyard. He said it could just be the wind.

Sunday, September 22 ILLEGAL PARKED VEHICLE Marquita, 100 Block (10:10 p.m.)

A woman told authorities someone had parked too close to a fire hydrant, which obstructed her view of oncoming traffic when backing out of her driveway.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE El Camino Real, 2200 Block (9:57 p.m.)

A man was standing in a parking lot screaming at customers and vehicles that passed by.

The man was described as in his 30s, about 5 feet 10 inches tall and having red hair.

DISTURBANCE Camino De Los Mares, 600 Block (6:55 p.m.) A homeless man was brought to the hospital by paramedics for being intoxicated. When he arrived, he became hostile with staff members and left the premises.

The drunken man was later found passed out in the bushes near the hospital.

DISTURBANCE El Camino Real, 900 Block (6:19 p.m.)

Four drunken men were urinating in the parking lot next to an old gas station. The caller told authorities the men were looking into cars and it appeared as though they were trying to start a fight.

DISTURBANCE El Camino Real, 900 Block (5:49 p.m.)

A homeless man was reportedly screaming that he needed a medic, but the caller told deputies the man looked fine. Deputies arrived and transported the man to the hospital.

WELFARE CHECK Avenida Aragon, 200 Block (12:03 p.m.)

A concerned neighbor contacted deputies and requested a welfare check after noticing an elderly neighbor hadn’t picked up her mail and had a package sitting at her front door.

BURGLARY IN PROGRESS Calle Serena, 200 Block (6:08 a.m.)

A woman called authorities after seeing a man inside of her vehicle. She told deputies the man was in the middle of gathering things from her car when she came out of her house, but then dropped everything and started running. The man was described as short, with a heavy build and dark hair.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Avenida Del Mar, 100 Block (3:16 a.m.)

A woman called deputies after waking up in the middle of the night, feeling uncomfortable about two women who had walked into her jewelry store and asked to see a very expensive ring earlier in the day. She said she now thinks the women were casing her store because they were not wearing beach attire and did not have any jewelry of their own.

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GUEST OPINION: By the Board of Directors of the Downtown Business Association

Pick 3. Spend 50. Save the Local Economy National program encourages spending at small businesses

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an Clemente’s village downtown— that area along El Camino Real, between Avenida Palizada and Avenida Rosa, the one hundred blocks of Serra, Cabrillo, Granada, and Rosa and all of Avenida del Mar to the Pier—is what we describe as the commercial “heart” of our city. It’s the “T-Zone.” It’s where we hold most of our community events: our high school’s homecoming parade, Puttin’ On the Glitz, the classic car show, the village arts fair, red ribbon parade and many more. These are the social and business gatherings that give our residents and visitors a sense of community and a sense of belonging.

It’s that geographic area that helps define our “village character.” It’s where a majority of our small independently owned businesses reside. These are the mom and pop stores, those hard-working individuals who support our city through sales tax. They support our residents by

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giving them jobs and selling them unique products. They provide personal and exceptional service. And, they support our students and nonprofit organizations through donations for nothing more complicated than a simple personal ask.

So, have you ever asked yourself what our downtown would be like without these small independently owned businesses?

Would you miss them if they were gone? If

your answer is yes, then I encourage you not just to support them with your dollars, but with yourself. Build a relationship and contribute toward that “village character” we all talk about and strive to maintain.

The San Clemente Downtown Business Association (DBA), a mutual benefit nonprofit organization is comprised of over 150 independently owned downtown businesses. To facilitate their success, we have implemented the nationwide to save the brick and mortars our nation is built on, 3/50 program.

The task is easy: 3: Think about which three independently owned businesses you’d miss most if they were gone. Stop in and say hello.

Pick up a little something that will make someone smile. Your contribution is what keeps those businesses around.

50: If just half the employed U.S. population spent $50 each month in independently owned businesses, their purchases

RODNEY HILLERTS, San Clemente

It perplexes me to see a dual bike lane on North El Camino Real/Pacific Coast Highway, going north between Avenida Pico and Camino San Clemente. This section of PCH has protective K-rails, with bike paths on the inland side to protect pedestrians, bikers from the northbound traffic on PCH. And next to the open lane is a second northbound bike lane stretching almost to the Camino San Clemente light and intersects with the other bike path about 400 feet short of the intersection.

I wonder why we need the two bike San Clemente Times September 26–October 2, 2013

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would generate more than $42.6 billion in revenue. Imagine the positive impact of 3/4 of the employed population did that.

68: For every $100 spent in independently owned stores, $68 returns to the community through taxes, payroll and other expenditures. If you spend that in a national chain, only $43 stays here. Spend it online and nothing comes home.

1: The number of people it takes to start the trend ... you. Support San Clemente’s independently owned businesses. Shop historic downtown San Clemente. Visit our website at www.villagesanclemente.org to see the listing of our stores and products.

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lanes, one protected and one not? Isn’t this a redundancy of the use of bike paths?

Several times that I have used this section, I have encountered bikers/walkers/joggers on the unprotected open side of the “K” rails. Why any sane biker/jogger/walker, wouldn’t stay on the protected side of the “K” rails is beyond my thinking.

I would like to see the Pico end of the K-rails opened to this type of traffic and the bike lane on the unprotected lane side removed to open that lane up for the car traffic headed north. I hope the city traffic department looks into this and changes this configuration before someone gets injured and protect the city from any future lawsuits.

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SOAPBOX GUEST OPINION: By John Alpay, President, Board of Trustees; Capistrano Unified School District

San Clemente’s Good Neighbor City should be careful about fate of Verde Park trees

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he San Clemente City Council is presently considering the creation of a policy that would allow for the removal of trees on city-owned property in the interest of restoring private ocean views. The theory behind the proposal is that the City of San Clemente should be a good neighbor and be mindful of those who live next to city owned property.

A key example cited by proposed policy supporters and opponents alike are two clusters of eucalyptus trees in Verde Park, a small parcel of land nestled between the Broadmoor development and San Clemente High School. Some look forward to removing these eucalyptus trees to restore ocean views supposedly last seen during the Reagan administration, while others fear a deforestation of a valuable public asset. It should be noted to all parties that regardless of what policy the City Council ultimately chooses to adopt, it will not impact these specific eucalyptus trees in Verde Park.

Any visitor to Verde Park will quickly see that the two large groupings of eucalyptus trees are without question located within park boundaries. However what is not readily apparent is that these eucalyp-

tus trees are in fact not located on city-owned land.

Technically, the trees are situated on the upper campus of San Clemente High School.

The upper campus of San Clemente High John Alpay School, located next to Verde Park, was opened in 1964 by the San Clemente School District as Ole Hanson Elementary School. The original dedication plaque still sits on the administration building, bearing witness to the campus’ original purpose. Because the property is located, in part, on a slope, not all of the usable land originally purchased was incorporated into the school and was instead allowed to lie fallow.

Approximately 10 years later, the developer of the Broadmoor community gave a parcel of land to the city of San Clemente that quickly became the core of Verde Park. The Capistrano Unified School District, the successor entity to the San Clemente School District, allowed the city to make use of the land it owned not otherwise incorporated into Ole Hanson Elementary. This piece of property now

consists of one-eighth of the total acreage of Verde Park.

Documents from as far back as January 1975 show San Clemente asking Capistrano Unified for unrestricted public access to the land and the school district giving express permission to the city to make use of otherwise unused property consistent with its established procedure of “encouraging the joint use of school and park sites.” This is why a portion of the tennis court located at Verde Park resides on both city and school district property and the park’s swing set lies exclusively on school district land.

Admittedly, Capistrano Unified has had to take back some of the land from Verde Park for its exclusive use. With the closing of Ole Hanson Elementary in 2003, the school was transformed into a second campus for San Clemente High School dedicated to freshman as they adjust to their new academic environment. In order to unite the two campuses, Capistrano Unified built a connecting pathway on the edge of Verde Park. The vast majority of school district land in Verde Park remains open to the public with the tall eucalyptus trees now providing shade to not only park

visitors, but to the students walking between the high school campuses as well.

It remains to be seen what course of action the City Council ultimately elects to take regarding trees located on city property as they relate to ocean views. I have no doubt that the City Council will take into consideration the opinions of all sides before making a sound and wise decision. But what cannot be deliberated is the fact that these eucalyptus trees in Verde Park will continue to stand as testament to the Capistrano Unified School District acting as a good neighbor in allowing the residents of San Clemente access to quality tennis courts, play equipment and park space.

John Alpay is the President of the Capistrano Unified School District Board of Trustees. His trustee district includes most of San Clemente. He was first elected in 2010, and elected to a full term in 2012. SC PLEASE NOTE: In an effort to provide our readers with a wide variety of opinions from our community, the SC Times provides Guest Opinion opportunities in which selected columnists’ opinions are shared. The opinions expressed in these columns are entirely those of the columnist alone and do not reflect those of the SC Times or Picket Fence Media. If you would like to respond to this column, please email us at editorial@sanclementetimes.com.

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COMMON SENSE WAYS TO INCREASE SAFETY ON BEACH TRAIL RICARDO NICOL, San Clemente

The approximately 2.5-milelong Beach Trail stretching from North Beach to Calafia is one of San Clemente’s best and most popular recreational assets. I am one of hundreds of thousands of residents and visitors of all ages who have enjoyed it since it opened over six years ago.

But, as a walker and jogger, I enjoy it with a degree of apprehension because the narrow trail is shared by those on foot and

by bicyclists. These are inherently conflicting uses that present a danger to each other, especially when bicycles approach those on foot silently from behind. That accidents are not reported doesn’t mean they don’t occur. I personally know of two where older people were hit and injured.

One of them won’t use the trail any longer.

And a collision between a walker and a cyclist may not be the fault of either. An inadvertent step to the side by a runner or a dog veering to the side and stretching its leash across a bike’s path as it approaches from behind can cause an accident and

serious injury to both, runner and cyclist; 150 pounds moving at 10 miles per hour can generate a formidable impact. Who needs a fun outing on the trail to end like that?

One easy, common sense measure to reduce the risk of injury to those on foot and on bicycles is to require that any bicycle on the trail be equipped with a bell that may be rung by the cyclists to warn those on foot when approaching them from behind, for their mutual safety.

The practice may be encouraged by recommending it, or perhaps requiring it,

on the next update of the city’s “A Pocket Guide to your Beach Trail.” The sooner the better.

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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

ARTISTS RECEPTION 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Meet artists and view their work at The Shed fine art gallery, also featuring wine, appetizers, music and more. 24471 Del Prado Ave., Dana Point, 949.429.5591, www.theshed-danapoint.com.

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GIN BLOSSOMS 8 p.m. Hit band in concert at The Coach House. Tickets $30. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

COMICS UNZIPPED 8 p.m. Live comedy at StillWater.

24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.danapointstillwater.com.

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HART & SOUL 7 p.m.-10 p.m.

Live music at Adele’s. 2600 Avenida Del Presidente, San Clemente, 949.481.1222, www. adelesatthesanclementeinn. com.

CASS WINERY TASTING 5:30 p.m.-11 p.m. Special tasting of the featured winery at SC Wine Company.

212 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com SONIC PARK 9 p.m. Live music at Goody’s Tavern.

206 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.492.3400, www.goodystavern.com.

SIDEWAYS DOWN 6:30 p.m. Live music at Sunsets, 34700 Pacific Coast Hwy., Capistrano Beach, 949.276.8880, www.sunsetsbar.com.

COMMON SENSE 8 p.m. Reggae concert at The Coach House. Tickets $15. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

AT THE MOVIES: TAKE NO ‘PRISONERS’ As can be seen on “Breaking Bad” and “Dexter,” the anti-hero has been making a big comeback on television during the last decade. But in cinema, the protagonist type has been in a steady, modest league since the 1980s.

Usually one main character with a dark past or motive fits the bill in a movie, but in Canadian director Denis Villeneuve’s new chilling mystery-thriller Prisoners there are two. Stars Hugh Jackman and Jake Gyllenhaal, both toggle between hero, anti-hero and even villainy throughout the feature. On Thanksgiving Day, on a quiet suburban street, the Dover family (Jackman, Maria Bello, Dylan Minnette, Erin Gerasimovich) and Birch family (Terrence Jake Gyllenhaal and Hugh Jackman in Prisoners. Photo by Wilson Webb Howard, Viola Davis, Zoe Soul, Kyla Simmons) meet up for a holiday dinner.

Soon after eating, the youngest daughters Hannah (Gerasimovich) and Joy (Simmons) go missing. Detective Loki (Gyllenhaal) goes to search for the girls and a handful of disturbing suspects. Paul Dano plays the prime suspect (and eventual victim), while Melissa Leo co-stars as his aunt. Aaron Guzikowski’s screenplay, along with Villeneuve’s polarizing direction, creates a creepy tone throughout. Jackman and Dano deliver most unsettling performances that leave a chill with viewers, but Bello unfortunately seems miscast. Though the film could have used a bit more editing, Gyllenhaal’s sequences are chair-grabbing and will make audiences ponder why he isn’t held in higher esteem as an actor. — Megan Bianco

saturday

TOAST TO THE CASA: A NIGHT IN WINE COUNTRY 6 p.m.-10 p.m. 11th annual Toast to the Casa featuring food from local restaurants, premium wines, live entertainment, auctions and more. Tickets $200. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, www.casaromantica.org.

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BELL BOOK & CANDLE 8 p.m. An American romantic comedy onstage at Cabrillo Playhouse. Shows through Oct. 6. Tickets $15-$20. 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente, 949.492.0465, www.cabrilloplayhouse.org.

THE BATTLE OF THE PADDLE 6 a.m. Join Rainbow Sandals and Gerry Lopez for the two-day stand-up paddle event at Doheny Beach now in its sixth year with competitions and demonstration, plus much more fun on the shore including games, music, food and drink. 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, www.battleofthepaddle.com.

THE BLUES AND BOOZE TOUR 2013 5 p.m. Concert at The Surfin Cowboy featuring The K.K. Martin Band, raffles with prizes and more, with proceeds benefiting the Orange County Blues Society. 34235 Doheny Park Road, Capistrano Beach, 949.485.0533, www.bdmcgees.com.

sunday

CALIFORNIA CRUISING PIRATE STYLE 4 p.m.-8 p.m.

The Sand Dollar Guild and Ocean Institute host an evening filled with surf music, food, casino games and more. $75 each or $135 for two. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org.

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FLOCK OF 80’S 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.

WINE CRUISE 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. Join Dana Wharf for a cruise aboard the OCean Adventures catamaran in the Dana Point Harbor and sample wines from The Organic Cellar, with cheese, crackers and fruit. $49. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com.

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KARAOKE 9:30 p.m. Get on stage at Hennessey’s Tavern every Monday night.

No cover. 34111 La Plaza, Dana Point, 949.488.0121, www.hennesseystavern.com.

DUCKHORN VINEYARDS—WINE DINNER 6:30 p.m.

A four-course dinner and wine pairing with the featured winery at Salt Creek Grille. $90 each. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com.

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DREAMBROTHER 7 p.m.10 p.m. Live music at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

WILL & GARY 9 p.m. Live at BeachFire. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

wednesday

WINE DINNER 7 p.m.8 p.m. St. Roys Chef’s Pub at Vine features a four-course food and wine pairing every Wednesday; menu changes weekly.

Cost $40 per person. 211 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.9376, www.vinesanclemente.com.

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CB CYCLEBARN OPEN HOUSE 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Check out the new indoor cycling studio in San Clemente and see the latest bike technology. Includes prizes, giveaways, free sessions and more. 372 Camino de Estrella, San Clemente, 949.303.3112, www.FitnessSuperPass.com.

CHERYL SILVERSTEIN 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Concert at OC Tavern featuring Cheryl Silverstein and Mike McKenna performing jazz, blues and pop. 2369 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com. *For our full calendar, visit the “Event Calendar” at www.sanclementetimes.com.

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SEPTEMBER 28-29 • DOHENY STATE BEACH • DANA POINT, CA

EVENT GUIDE

Welcome to the Rainbow Sandals Gerry Lopez Battle of the Paddle The 2013 Battle of the Paddle marks our sixth year of putting on this event and we are very humbled by the growth in participation we have witnessed over the years.

We would like to extend an invitation for all to round up the family and partake in the world’s largest—and we believe, the most fun—stand-up paddle event in the world.

This year’s event is set for September 28 and 29, once again on the famous shores of Doheny State Beach in beautiful Dana Point.

Come witness the high-energy races, spirited fanfare and the huge SUP exposition—an experience that reflects the heartbeat and pulse of this global lifestyle.

This year, the Battle of the Paddle is expecting over 1,000 competitors from around the globe.

Athletes will be racing for over $25,000 in cash and prizes, the largest prize purse on offer in the sport of SUP. Racers will also be taking part in two new Guinness World Record attempts.

The first will take place on Saturday, with an attempt to break the record for the world’s largest paddleboard race. The current record—404 paddlers—was set at last year’s event.

Then on Sunday, competitors will try to break the existing record for the most surfers riding a single wave. The current record—110 surfers—was set in Cape Town, South Africa in 2009. This year’s attempt will be a second for the Battle of the Paddle.

We came close last year with a 95-person party wave caught on the main peak at Doheny State Beach.

Bring the kids. The Battle of the Paddle offers fun for the whole family. In addition to having separate races for the youngsters, there will be face painting, games and fun and educational opportunities to learn about marine life and protecting our ocean.

The Kids Activity Zone will be hosted by the Doheny State Beach Interpretive Association (DSBIA).

We truly would like to say thank you for your attendance and participation in this event. It wouldn’t be possible without you.

See you in the water!

—Event Organizers: Gerry Lopez, Jay “Sparky” Longley, Pat Huber, Ron House and Barrett Tester

A showcase for the world’s fastest growing water sport, the Rainbow Sandals Gerry Lopez Battle of the Paddle is a world-class ocean festival for stand-up paddle enthusiasts of all ages, from beginners to professional-level athletes.

Elite competitors test their skills among the planet’s best SUP athletes and vie for their share of the richest prize purse in the sport. Families, friends and co-workers form relay teams for fun and friendly competition. And, those new to the sport or wanting to give it a try, come to check out a variety of equipment and learn first-hand why SUP is so popular. The event is free for spectators but the standard $15 rate will be charged for parking in the Doheny State Beach lot. All competitors receive a pair of Rainbow Sandals, an event T-shirt and lunch with paid registration. Event proceeds will benefit the Doheny State Beach Interpretive Association, the nonprofit cooperating association of Doheny State Beach, dedicated to the protection of the park’s beaches, facilities, marine refuge and its historical, cultural and social stories. The DSBIA has provided support to the park’s educational, interpretive, conservation and restoration programs since its founding in 1982.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT BATTLEOFTHEPADDLE.COM

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Saturday, September 28 7 a.m.

7:30 a.m.

8 a.m.

8:45 a.m.

9 a.m.

9 a.m.

10 a.m.

11:30 a.m.

11:30 a.m.

1 p.m.

1 p.m.

Event Registration Opens Live Hawaiian Music by “Tropical Blue” National Anthem Hawaiian Blessing Expo and DSBIA Kid’s Zone Opens Elite Race Qualifying Heat No. 1 (Men and Women Together) Elite Race Qualifying Heat No. 2 (Men and Women Together) Open Age-Group Race UL - 11:30 a.m.

14” - 11:32 a.m.

12’6” - 11:34 a.m.

Surfboard - 11:36 a.m.

Guinness World Record Attempt – “World’s Largest SUP Race” Hitia O Te Ra Tahitian Dance Show Indo Board SUP Yoga

1:30 p.m.

2:30 p.m.

3:30 p.m.

3:45 p.m.

3:45 p.m.

4:15 p.m.

Elite Race Final – Wahine Elite Race Final – Men Elite Race Awards ceremony Live Music by Babylon Rockers USADA Anti-doping Open Race Awards Ceremony

Sunday, September 29 7 a.m.

8 a.m.

9 a.m.

9 a.m.

11 a.m.

12:15 p.m.

12:45 p.m.

1:15 p.m.

1:45 p.m.

2:30 p.m.

3:15 p.m.

3:30 p.m.

4 p.m.

Event Registration Opens Live Hawaiian Music Expo and DSBIA Kid’s Zone Opens The Distance Race UL - 9 a.m.

Elite - 9:02 a.m.

14” - 9:04 a.m.

12’6” - 9:06 a.m.

Indo SUP Yoga Kid’s SUP Race – Short Course Kid’s SUP Races– Long Course Kid’s SUP Relays Open SUP Relays Elite SUP Relays Guinness World Record Attempt – “Most Surfers on a Single Wave” Live Music by Leroy Brown Awards Ceremony

OPEN-AGE GROUP RACE

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 | 11:30 A.M.

This Saturday race is for all skill levels and age groups. In 2012 there were 404 competitors—from ages 12 to 73—who successfully finished the course, setting a Guinness World Record for the world’s largest stand-up paddle race. Sign up and be a part of history as the Battle of the Paddle attempts to break last year’s record.

THE DISTANCE RACE

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 | 9 A.M.

Sunday’s action kicks off with the approximately 9.5-mile Distance Race.

Starting from Doheny State Beach, paddlers will pass inside the middle buoy at Poche Beach (between the buoy and the beach) and proceed to the 5-mile buoy right out in front of the San Clemente Pier. After a right-hand turn around the pier buoy paddlers head back to Doheny, passing the middle buoy again on the inside, and then on to the finish line. Competitors may enter into the Elite 14’ class or any open age group class.

Coast Guard regulations require all racers to have a personal flotation device (PFD).

Racers should carry an ample supply of water to avoid dehydration.

ELITE RACE

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 | 1:30 P.M.

The most exciting and most prestigious SUP race for professional paddlers in the world will go down Saturday. Designed by Gerry Lopez and Pat Huber, the Elite Race course runs paddlers in and out of the surf, allowing them the chance to catch waves at all three Doheny surf breaks—Rivermouth, Second Spot and Boneyard. Doheny State Beach is the perfect venue for a spectator-friendly paddle race of this kind. It is open to the public, but this race is not appropriate for amateur and novice paddlers. The entry fee is $225 for men and $175 for women. Boards cannot exceed 12’6” in length.

SUP RELAY

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 | 1:15 P.M.

The SUP Relay is a short sprint race for four-person teams which must include at least one woman. Relays include divisions for both elite racers and amateurs.

ALL RACES

Beach Start: Everyone is to start on the beach with your board under one arm and paddle in the other. Buoys subject to change for safety depending on swell conditions. Finish Line: The finish line is up the beach located directly East of the beach run course.

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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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Business Beat

BY JIM SHILANDER

News and updates on San Clemente’s business community NEW BUSINESS u Kristina Krich Photography, 2011-D S. El Camino Real, 949.545.1752, www.kristinakrich.com San Clemente native Kristina Krich says her new women-centric photography business gives her the flexibility to help raise her young son. But, she said, it also provides an important service to empower women.

“Any woman can be transformed to look like they’re on the cover of a magazine,” Krich said. “We really bring out the best of them.”

Krich previously worked as an administrator, but said the birth of her son helped “push me in a little bit more creative direction. He’s a big inspiration.” Krich was involved in photography for 20 years before starting the business.

Krich said sessions included help from professional hair and makeup artists, in order to complete the “transformation” for three to five different looks.

“It’s a real pamper session for women,” she said.

Krich also offers a similar service for brides-to-be, which she calls “Glam the Gown.”

“It’s a more relaxed way to get beautiful portraits of themselves in their dress,” she said. Krich added it’s a good way for a bride to remove at least one of the stresses of the big day. The service has been featured on bridal website, www.bridalhotlist.com.

Krich also puts together printed photographs, as opposed to just giving clients a disk, which could be easily lost or discarded.

“They can have a photograph of how they dream to be photographed, and it’s something they’ll have for generations.”

Sessions are done by appointment only. u Barnoa Wine Bar, 831 Via Suerte, Suite 106, 949.388.4378, www.barnoawinebar.com Alexandre Ponot knew San Clemente

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Anne-Sophie Derre and Alexandre Ponot of Barnoa Wine Bar aim to provide a prototypical French bistro experience in Talega. Photo by Jim Shilander

San Clemente resident Kristina Krich’s new photography business offers a way for women of all ages to feel glamorous, she says. Photo by Jim Shilander

from working in the surfing business for years, but it was a business lunch in Talega two years ago that convinced him to change his life.

At the time, Ponot owned a business that became one of the largest suppliers of stand-up paddleboards to Europe. Most of his suppliers were in San Clemente, where he’d been traveling while working with Billabong and Oxbow.

“I got to know a lot of people and meet a lot of people,” Ponot said. “Two years ago I was here for a business lunch at Sundried Tomato. I looked at the complex, and liked it.”

Two years later, Ponot has sold his distribution and come to the United States, along with his partner, Anne-Sophie Derre, to open Barnoa Wine Bar. The two hail from Biarritz, a city he described as “the French San Clemente” located on the Bay of Biscay.

Ponot said the business offers something new to the Talega area.

“It’s much more common to see these sorts of places in France,” Ponot said. “You see it everywhere, that sort of bistro/wine bar, whatever you want to call it. It looks like it will be a good fit for Talega.”

Ponot said in the business’ first three weeks, he’s already hosted good crowds on the weekends and the latter part of the week. The bar is also open until 1 a.m. during the week and 2 a.m. on Saturday, which is the latest of any establishment in Talega.

Derre said she’d been looking to make a move from her town and came along

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because she loved the idea.

“I’d never been to San Clemente before, or even been to the U.S. before. Everything was completely new, but I liked the idea of bringing something that’s such a big part of French culture,” she said.

Approximately 45 percent of the wines in the bar are French, with another 45 percent being domestic. The remainder come from all over the world. French wines are featured as part of the bar’s happy hours Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, with domestic wines featured Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. On Sunday, the bar offers half-off on selected bottles.

“They’re the best grades from the best areas,” Ponot said. “And we also try to give the best deal.”

Ponot said in addition to providing a haven for oenophiles, cheeses and meats are served, and he is working on adding desserts, quiches and other simple food items of high quality. The bar is also looking to host a regular French Basque tapas brunch.

MILESTONE u Erba, 114 Avenida Del Mar Unit #1, 949.492.2355, www.shoperba.com Erba owner Lisa Rodarti said she’s happy her store’s 11 years in business has helped provide her with a way to help assist others in the fight against breast cancer. As a survivor herself, Rodarti said the business has helped provide her with the ability to raise funds for research.

But, she said, it’s also given her the opportunity to come to better know her customers and employees.

“They’ve been very loyal, and many have become my friends,” Rodarti said. “It’s nice to be able to service people you’re friends with.”

Rodarti said Erba would be holding an anniversary sale at the end of the month, with details to be announced closer to the date.

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SC LIVING GUEST OPINION: On Life and Love After 50 By Tom Blake

A Recent Widower’s Dilemma When is the right time to bring a new woman to family holiday functions?

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recent widower named Tony asked for guidance: “I’m 60, my wife died in early 2013. We were married for 30-plus years, our marriage was incredibly blessed. I’m a better person due to my late wife.

“We raised her two sons from a prior marriage. My stepsons are now in their 40s. We did not have additional children from our marriage. We (I) have three grandchildren, 10, 12 and 14. All are healthy and normal for their age. A grandchild is named after me.

“I’m now dating. I’m planning to ask my stepsons if I can bring a companion to family holiday functions. I’m not asking for an immediate response, knowing they need time to consider.

“I’ll honor their response. I won’t make threats if they deny my request. I don’t want to give control of my remaining life to my stepsons, however I realize the complex task the parents have to discuss the subject with the grandchildren.

“How should I handle the sensitive issue?”

My response to Tony was as follws: “Yes, this is a sensitive issue. Kudos to you for being considerate of your stepsons and step-grandchildren.

I am not a widower so by no means am I an expert on this topic. But in 18 years of writing newspaper columns about dating later in life, I’ve heard enough stories from new widowers and the women who have dated them to ON LIFE AND LOVE AFTER 50 gain knowledge on the

By Tom Blake issue.

You’ve got some time before the holidays. Even if you’ve already met a new woman, why not hold off a while before asking them? Yes, you want to be in control of your decisions, but, on the other hand, you certainly don’t want to alienate the family you have loved and raised for more than 30 years. Over the holidays, especially this first holiday season, being with them will be essential for you.

What I’m about to say may not apply to you, but it often applies to new widowers.

Many jump back into dating before they’ve properly healed. They miss their spouses so much it’s almost unbearable. Some are so darned lonely they feel dating and having a new mate will cure their loneliness.

But, what often happens, they wake up one morning and realize that they can’t

go on with the new relationship. That they’ve been kidding themselves and still love their deceased wife. They end the relationship, and in doing so, break some woman’s heart.

I asked four widow friends of mine for their opinion on Tony’s question.

Patricia said, “Better that Tony take the time to heal before introducing a new woman into his still grieving family or he will lose the stepsons families as well.

They are not ready for this and neither is he.”

Marsi added, “It has not been a year of grieving for him or his family. It is too soon and the family may feel it is disrespectful to their mother’s memory. To bring a date just for the sake of not being alone for the day, I would pass. It won’t hurt him to go alone for one function. If the relationship progresses, the following year would be more appropriate.”

Julie suggested, “It is too soon to bring someone else to the family holiday events.

If this new companion cares about him, she will graciously allow him time alone with his family. If not—red flag.”

Karla said, “I’d be uncomfortable going to family holiday events with a recently widowed man. I’d prefer a quiet breakfast

or lunch before he goes to be with his family. That would show he cares enough to be with me for part of the day.”

New widowers need to realize that the families are grieving as much as they are, and the widowers should be considerate of those family members. I hope Tony doesn’t ask the question, and attends the family holiday functions alone this first year.

For Tony to gain insight on what other widowers have gone through, I suggested he read my eBook, titled, Widower Dating. Gold Mine or Mine Field?

The electronic book can be downloaded immediately to one’s computer by following this link: www.smashwords.com.

To comment: tompblake@gmail.com Tom Blake is a Dana Point business owner and San Clemente resident who has authored books on middle-aged dating. See his website at www.findingloveafter50.com.

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WILSON NAMED PAC-12 OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK

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Travis Wilson threw for 273 yards and two touchdowns en route to being named the Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Week. Photo courtesy University of Utah Athletics

In a conference that has had its impressive share of quarterback performances in recent weeks, Utah quarterback Travis Wilson was deemed the most prolific as the former San Clemente standout was named the Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Week on September 23.

Wilson made his case for the award by leading the Utes to a 20-13 win over in-state rival Brigham Young University. He completed 69 percent of his passes for 273 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions.

With his team holding a narrow 13-6 lead in the fourth quarter, Wilson

ignited a 12-play, 79-yard scoring drive that sealed the win for Utah.

It was the first time since the university joined the conference in 2011 that a Ute was named Offensive Player of the Week.

Wilson is in the early stages of an impressive sophomore campaign. He has rushed for 251 yards on 32 carries and has scored five touchdowns in four games. He’s also thrown for 1,118 yards and nine touchdowns.

The Utes are now on a bye-week and will host UCLA on October 3 in their next game.

—San Clemente Times

SC’s Beth Sanden Wins Silver Q&A with San Clemente Quarterback Loren Applegate in Back to Back Triathlons

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The Tritons will call on their senior, once again, to fill a void left by injury and lead the offense

By Steve Breazeale San Clemente Times

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erhaps no one in recent San Clemente football history has had the kind of experience that senior quarterback Loren Applegate can attest to.

As the backup quarterback the past two seasons, Applegate has had to patiently wait on the sidelines in case his opportunity came.

At about this time last year, Applegate was called upon to start against Newport Harbor following injuries to former quarterback Sean Donnelly and current junior Sam Darnold.

Senior quarterback Loren Applegate will get his second start of the year when the Tritons host Newport Harbor on September 27. Photo by Tony Tribolet/ www.xpsphoto.com

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In 2013, Applegate and the Tritons find themselves in a similar scenario.

After Darnold fractured his foot midway through the team’s September 12 game against Dana Hills, Applegate came on.

He got his first start of the year when the Tritons took the field last week against La Costa Canyon. Now, he will lead them against Newport Harbor on Friday.

We caught up with Applegate to get his thoughts on the starting job, his past and the future.

San Clemente Times: You’re stepping in just a few weeks into the season again. This has to be a feeling of déjà vu for you, right?

Loren Applegate: Not really. To be honest, I had a feeling that I might need to step in. I’m loving the job, doing what I can with the ball. It’s a big step up, like last year. But now I’m a senior and I have more of a leadership role.

SCT: What did you learn last year that you plan to use this year?

LA: I have more experience and game reps. I know what to do in certain times during the game. Just the experience of being out there, really. I feel it more.

SCT: How did you feel during the La Costa Canyon game?

LA: I felt a lot better than I did coming into the Dana Hills game. I was a little bit more confident in myself … I felt way stronger. I give that up to my offensive line and running backs doing most of the work.

SCT: Thoughts on the Newport Harbor game?

LA: We are preparing for them just like any other team. We just have to find those weaknesses. They’re a very good team.

We have to have perfection throughout practices and play perfect in the game. SC

an Clemente resident Beth Sanden has been on a tear in recent weeks.

The 59-year-old Paratriathlon racer grabbed back to back second-place finishes at the Malibu Triathlon on September 8 and the Southwest Regional Triathlon in Tempe, Ariz. on September 22.

By placing second out of 29 racers in the Southwest Regional, Sanden qualified for a spot in the 2013 Paratriathlon National Championship, to be held in June.

But Sanden said she will not compete at the prestigious event. She will be in attendance, but for a different reason.

Sanden devotes herself to training and motivating other disabled athletes.

She currently trains a rotating group of athletes for triathlons and two of them, Edwin Figueroa of Commerce and Umida Laskciko of Temecula, qualified for the National Championships.

Sanden admits that coming in secondplace is gratifying, but it’s the experience of competing with her mentees that makes it all worthwhile.

“It’s nice competing with people 20-30 years younger than I am and still get on the podium,” Sanden said. “But’s it’s a fun

Beth Sanden. Courtesy photo

thing for me to do and go with the people I train.”

Sanden and her students will travel to Austin, Texas for the May 27 event. SC —Steve Breazeale

Locals Show off Skills at SC Open Skateboard Contest

O From L to R: Yamato Kosuze, Chance Powers and Nick Wolcott were the top finishers in the 12-13 age bracket at the SC Open Skateboarding Championships on September 21. Photo courtesy of Don Kindred

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SPORTS & OUTDOORS Cougars in five sets.

Capistrano Valley is currently ranked No. 4 in the CIF-SS Division 1A coaches’ poll while the Tritons are unranked.

Both teams traded off set wins in the opening four sets, with San Clemente eventually pulling away in the decisive fi fth set, 15-11.

San Clemente sophomore outside hitter Cali Hoye led the team with 20 kills, one ace and 10 digs. Senior outside hitter Taylor Brubaker had 15 kills, three aces, four blocks and six digs. Sophomore setter Marie Paris had 10 digs and a season-high 45 assists in the win.

The Tritons were set to host Huntington Beach in a nonleague match on September 24. Results were not available at press time.

Triton Report

By Steve Breazeale

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GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY TAKES HOME WOODBRIDGE HARDWARE The San Clemente girls cross country team is off to a perfect start in 2013. The group of veteran runners, who have yet to finish anywhere except at the top of the winner’s podium in their first two races, put together a combined winning score of 106 at the Cross Country Classic Woodbridge-Estancia rated race on September 21. The Tritons cleared their next closest competitor by 58 points.

The team was led by senior Melissa Eisele, who finished in second place with a time of 17:02. Junior Kelsey Carroll’s time of 17:20 earned her a sixth-place finish.

Katie Carroll finished 18th (17:52) while junior Gracie Georgi (18:07) finished 29th.

As of September 23, San Clemente was ranked No. 4 in the CIF-SS Division 1 polls, which is compiled by www.prepcaltrack.com.

The Tritons will compete in the Dana Hills Invitational on September 28.

PARKER FINISHES EIGHTH FOR TRITONS BOYS CROSS COUNTRY Matt Parker was the top finisher for the San Clemente boys cross country team at the Cross Country Classic WoodbridgeEstancia meet on September 21. Parker, who was racing in the 3-mile Senior Division 1 Blue race, finished seventh overall after posting a time of 16:10.

Junior Matt Shelton also had a top-10 finish, as his time of 16:16 in the 3-mile Junior Division 1 Blue race earned him an eighth-place finish.

The Tritons will compete in the Dana Hills Invitational on September 28.

SPECIAL TEAMS, DEFENSE MAKE IMPACT BUT TRITONS FOOTBALL FALLS TO MAVERICKS It was apparent last Monday that San Clemente starting quarterback Sam Darnold would likely be out for the season, which meant Friday’s game against visiting La Costa Canyon would be the team’s first complete game without their standout offensive weapon.

Behind the leg of kicker Blake Gonzalez and several key defensive plays, the Tritons kept it close against the Mavericks on September 20, but ultimately fell, 16-13, in the nonleague contest. It was the Tritons’ second loss in a row.

After surrendering 13 first-quarter points to La Costa Canyon (2-1), the Tritons defense tightened up and limited San Clemente Times September 26–October 2, 2013

(From L to R) Katie Carroll, Amber Eisele, Gracie Georgi, Melissa Eisele and Kelsey Carroll led the San Clemente girls cross country team to a first-place finish at the Woodbridge-Estancia rated meet race on September 21. Courtesy photo

them to just three points the rest of the way. The Tritons (2-2) scored their only touchdown in the first quarter, when sophomore defensive back Tanner Wright scooped up a fumble and returned it 25 yards for the score.

The Tritons would inch closer in the second quarter following the first of Gonzalez’s two field goals on the night, cutting the lead to 16-10.

With the game on the line in the fourth quarter and the ball at the Mavericks two-yard line, on fourth and goal, senior quarterback Loren Applegate tried to run the ball in the end zone but was stopped one yard short.

San Clemente will now host Newport Harbor (1-2), a perennial playoff contender out of the Sunset League, on Friday.

The Sailors are led by the pass-catch duo of quarterback Cole Norris and receiver Quest Truxton. Newport Harbor is coming off a 34-14 loss to rival Corona del Mar. GIRLS GOLF NARROWLY EDGES TESORO, HOSTS LADY TRITON INVITATIONAL The San Clemente girls golf team hosted the Rainbow Sandals Lady Tritons Invitational on September 20 and came away with a 12th-place finish. Alex Cooper shot a team-low 78 (+5) to lead the scoring.

Top teams from around the area came to the San Clemente Municipal Golf Course to compete, and at the end of 18 holes, Torrey Pines was the winner after shooting a cumulative 375.

On September 24, the Tritons traveled to league opponent Tesoro’s home course at Tijeras Creek, where San Clemente pulled off a 211-212 victory. Cooper was the medalist in the match after carding a 36 (E) on the front nine.

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TRITONS GIRLS VOLLEYBALL WINS BACK AND FORTH BATTLE WITH COUGARS In a seesaw nonleague match against visiting Capistrano Valley on September 19, the San Clemente girls volleyball team pulled off an upset win and defeated the

SAN CLEMENTE BOYS WATER POLO TAKES THIRD IN CLOVIS The San Clemente boys water polo team went 4-1 at the Clovis Tournament over the weekend, earning a third-place finish.

The Tritons (4-2) opened the tournament with three straight wins over Clovis West, Clovis North and Lodi, respectively. The Tritons would drop their fourth game, 11-9, to Buchanan on the second day of competition. San Clemente faced Clovis in the third-place game and won, 9-7.

The Tritons were set to open South Coast League play against El Toro on September 24. Results were not available at press time.

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GROM OF THE WEEK HAYLEY POWELL Age: 16, San Clemente High School

Hayley Powell started longboarding at the age of 5 and it has been an important part of her life ever since. She surfed competitively throughout middle school as a member of the Shorecliffs team. In high school, she has focused on competitive volleyball and beach volleyball. She now considers herself more of a soul surfer. However she entered the San Onofre Surf Club contest earlier this month and took home the second-place trophy in 18U longboard.

During the summer Hayley enjoyed paddling out for multiple daily sessions at San O to practice noseriding atop her favorite bright yellow 9’0” McCoy. Now that school has started, she will try to fit in after-school sessions as much as her busy study and work schedules will allow. Haley is starting a new job at Rip Curl, so far has straight-As and is focused on her college search. She also enjoys participating in service clubs at school—last year mentoring students with disabilities in the Best Buddies Club and this year as a charter member of the new H2O Club, which raises money to provide clean water resources to Third World countries. “I like surfing because it’s Hayley Powell. Courtesy photo relaxing and a great way to release stress. I also love being in the ocean and spending the time with my friends,” Hayley said. “As of now I think I will just keep enjoying it for fun. I’ve had my competition experience and I prefer free surfing. I like the idea of not having to try to surf better than anyone else.”—Andrea Swayne

And the Results Are …

SURF FORECAST

Local surfers were bringin’ home the hardware in a busy string of weekend events

By Andrea Swayne San Clemente Times

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urfers from the San Clemente, Dana Point and San Juan Capistrano area have been making waves up and down the coast in the last few weekends packed with amateur competition.

From National Scholastic Surfing Association Open and Explorer events to Western Surfing Association Championship Tour contests, local surfers have been dominant fixtures on the podiums at every event.

WSA surfers traveled north to Ventura for the 17th annual Donny Solomon Memorial event at Surfers Point, while NSSA competitors trekked south to Oceanside for the first event of the Open Season.

We also wanted to catch readers up on this month’s NSSA Explorer results.

With so many results to report, this week’s “Surf Page” is dedicated to recognizing our talented area surfers.

Full results for all of the listed events can be found online at www.sanclementetimes. com. SC

RESULTS First-place and local finishers only.

WSA Championship Tour, Event No. 2, September 21-22, Ventura, Surfers Point MICRO GROM BOYS/GIRLS U9: 1. Dane Matson, San Clemente; 4. Hendrick Osterkamp, San Clemente. BOYS/GIRLS U10: 1.

Ethan Prestage, Carlsbad; 2. Dax McPhillips, San Clemente; 3. Bane Corbett, San Clemente; 4. Brayden Burch, San Clemente; 6. Niko Ripley, San Clemente. BOYS U12: 1.

Jabe Swierkocki, Ventura; 3. Dax McPhillips, San Clemente. BOYS U14: 1. Jabe Swierkocki, Ventura; 3. Noah Hohenester, San Clemente Times September 26–October 2, 2013

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Shane Hardy, from San Clemente, traveled to Ventura last weekend to compete in the Western Surfing Association Championship Tour, Event No. 2. Photos by Sheri Crummer/seasister.com

San Clemente. BOYS U16: 1. Wil Reid, Palos Verdes Estates. BOYS U18: 1. Jay Christenson, San Diego. GIRLS U12: 1. Kirra Pinkerton, San Clemente; 2. Samantha Sibley, San Clemente; 3. Malia Mauch, San Clemente.

GIRLS U14: 1. Kirra Pinkerton, San Clemente; 4. Samantha Sibley, San Clemente; 6.

Bethany Zelasko, Dana Point. GIRLS U16: 1.

Tiare Thompson, La Jolla; 2. Malia Osterkamp, San Clemente; 5. Cameron Duby, San Juan Capistrano. GIRLS U18: 1. Malia Osterkamp, San Clemente. 5. Samantha Sibley, San Clemente. BOYS LB U14: 1. Koby Gilchrist, Encinitas; 3. Jimmy Wynne, San Clemente; 4. Eli Crane, San Clemente; 5.

Joshua Hoffman, Dana Point; 6. Maddox Bray, San Clemente. JUNIOR MEN LB U18: 1. Ricky Cunningham, San Diego; 2. Kaimana Takayama, San Clemente. GIRLS LB U14: 1. Cameron Duby, San Juan Capistrano; 2.

Malia Mauch, San Clemente. MEN 18 -29: 1. Tyler Morris, Oxnard; 6. Ricky Lovato, San Clemente. MASTERS 30-39: 1. Paul Pugliesi, Oceanside; 5. Jimmy Bray, San Clemente.

SENIOR MEN 40-49: 1. Donald Day, Topanga. LEGENDS 50+: 1. Rusty Phillipy, Cardiff; 4. Dale Baker, San Clemente. OPEN MEN: 1.

Cory Arrambide, Ventura. OPEN WOMEN: 1. Malia Osterkamp, San Clemente; 4. Kirra Pinkerton, San Clemente; 6. Samantha

Sibley, San Clemente. OPEN WOMEN LB: 1.

Maddie LoMonaco, Santa Monica. SENIOR MEN LB 40+: 1. Eric Rendon, San Clemente; 3. Michael Takayama, San Clemente.

ADAPTIVE SURFERS: 1. Chris Oberle, Los Angeles.

NSSA Open, Event No. 1, September 21-22, Oceanside Harbor, South Jetty MEN: 1. Jake Marshall, Encinitas; 2. Colt Ward, San Clemente; 3. Kevin Schulz, San Clemente. JUNIORS: 1. Jake Marshall, Encinitas. OPEN BOYS: 1. Noah Hill, Malibu; 4.

Kade Matson, San Clemente. MINI GROMS: 1. Jett Schilling, San Clemente; 3. Patrick O’Connor, San Juan Capistrano. WOMEN: 1. Tia Blanco, San Clemente. OPEN GIRLS: 1.

Moana Jones, Hawaii; 4. Alexxa Elseewi, San Clemente. PERFORMERS OF THE EVENT: Jake Marshall, Encinitas; Tia Blanco, San Clemente.

NSSA Explorer, Event No. 3, September 7, Huntington Beach, Pier MEN: 1. Hunter Martinez, Pasadena. JUNIORS: 1. Tyler James, Del Mar. BOYS: 1. Tyler Gunter, Newport Beach; 5. Kade Matson, San Clemente; 6. Jaric Fink, San Clemente.

MENEHUNE: 1. Dagan Stagg, Carlsbad; 2. Ryan Martin, San Clemente; 3. Kade

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Water Temperature: 65-68 degrees F Water Visibility and Conditions: San Clemente: 10-12’ Fair Catalina: 15-20’+ Good Immediate: A blend of modest scale southwest swell, holding northwest windswell and dropping, steep-angled northwest groundswell roll in on Thursday. Most breaks offer thigh-waist+ high (2-3’+) waves, while standout combo spots pull in larger sets running up to chest/shoulder high (4’) at times. Light+ southerly wind early gives way to a moderate westerly seabreeze into the afternoon.

Long Range Outlook: Blend of modest scale southwest and northwest windswell holds for Friday then slowly eases going into the weekend. Best exposures are good for continued knee-waist+ high waves (2-3’+) with larger sets to chest high showing at top breaks. Check out Surfline.com for all the details.

Matson, San Clemente. SUPER GROMS: 1.

Connor Marshall, Encinitas; 2. Taj Lindblad, San Clemente. WOMEN: 1. Tiare Thompson, La Jolla; 3. Samantha Sibley, San Clemente.

GIRLS: 1. Kirra Pinkerton, San Clemente; 3. Samantha Sibley, San Clemente. SUPER SENIORS: 1. Mike Glevy, San Diego. DUKE: 1. Rick Fignetti, Huntington Beach. KNEEBOARD: 1. Brad Colwell, San Diego. LONGBOARD: 1. Trevor Anderberg, Encinitas.

NSSA Explorer, Event No. 4, September 8, Huntington Beach, Pier MEN: 1. Sammy Harju, Huntington Beach.

JUNIORS: 1. Jay Christenson, San Diego.

BOYS: 1. Ben Barone, La Jolla. MENEHUNE: 1. Dagan Stagg, Carlsbad; 2. Ryan Martin, San Clemente. SUPER GROMS: 1. Taj Lindblad, San Clemente. WOMEN: 1. Tiare Thompson, La Jolla; 3. Malia Osterkamp, San Clemente; 4. Samantha Sibley, San Clemente. GIRLS: 1. Alexxa Elseewi, San Clemente; 2. Kirra Pinkerton, San Clemente; 4. Samantha Sibley, San Clemente. SUPER SENIORS: 1. Rick Fignetti, Huntington Beach.

DUKE: 1. Rick Fignetti, Huntington Beach. www.sanclementetimes.com