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Dana Point to Enact STR Program Inside, Outside Coastal Zone

BY BREEANA GREENBERG

The City of Dana Point officially has programs to regulate vacation rentals within and outside the city’s coastal zone following the Dana Point City Council’s meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 7.

The council voted, 4-1, with Councilmember Michael Villar opposed, to accept a short-term rental program approved by the California Coastal Commission in late November 2022. The program only permits and regulates vacation rentals within the city’s coastal zone.

The CCC approved a program with a cap of 115 non-primary, multi-family homestay, and mixed-use parcel non-primary short-term rentals within the coastal zone through a coastal development permit. There will be no cap on primary or homestay short-term rentals. The cap of non-primary homestays will decrease by one with each homestay and primary permit that the city grants.

A condition of the CCC’s approval requires the city to study and track the STR program’s performance to assess whether permit caps need to be changed.

On Tuesday night, the City Council was faced with three options regarding the CCC-approved vacation rental program: accept the coastal development permit as written; accept the permit and ask for an amendment; or deny the permit, meaning there would be no

MonsterWave Puzzles Donates

Portion of Proceeds to Local Charities

BY BREEANA GREENBERG

For every puzzle MonsterWave sells, the South County-based company is giving 50 cents to local nonprofit partners, giving back to the surf breaks depicted in its puzzles.

After their first two months of sales, MonsterWave’s Kurt Snibbe and Norm Petersen delivered their first donation

regulations on short-term rentals in the coastal zone, according to City Attorney Patrick Muñoz.

Mayor Mike Frost added that the process of going back to the CCC for an amendment could take between nine and 12 months.

Councilmember Jamey Federico said that formal and informal surveys have shown demand for permitted short-term rentals.

“What happens if we don’t take any action on the CDP in the coastal zone tonight? We’ve heard the opponents of STRs many times say there are hundreds of illegal short-term rentals in this town,” Federico said.

“If we do not do this, we will not be restricting short-term rentals down to 115 in the coastal zone; they will be unlimited,” Federico added. “And tomorrow, those hundreds of people who have illegal short-term rentals and the hundreds more who want to have shortterm rentals, if they’re smart, they walk into City Hall and say, ‘I want a permit,’ and we cannot say no.”

Federico said that without passing an ordinance that evening, those interested in operating a short-term rental could run it as a “legal nonconforming” use.

Former Councilmember Paul Wyatt voiced concern with the fact that an HOA must obtain a coastal development permit to establish a ban on vacation rentals unless its covenants, conditions and restrictions (CC&R) had a prohibition on STRs predating the Coastal Act of 1976.

Federico said he understood the risk to some HOAs, adding that he “will go with them to the Coastal Commission when they apply for their CDP to get

their long-standing—very long-standing—restrictions on (vacation rentals) certified by the California Coastal Commission.”

During Tuesday’s meeting, Dana Point City Council also voted to approve new STR regulations for vacation rentals outside of the coastal zone, adopted through an urgency ordinance that requires a four-fifths vote.

The urgency ordinance also bypasses the need for a second reading of the ordinance to officially adopt the program.

In late July, Dana Point City Council failed to pass a short-term rental program that would have permitted the rentals outside of Dana Point’s coastal zone after it previously approved a vacation rental program for the coastal zone only.

Matching the CCC-approved program, staff proposed one regulating vacation rentals outside the coastal zone. The program includes a cap of 115 vacation

rentals, making the combined cap on STRs within and outside of the coastal zone at 230 units.

The vacation rental program would be broken down into two phases. Phase one of the program would permit up to 25 new permits outside of the coastal zone, bringing the total to 85 permits. Based on citywide tracking measures, City Council would later evaluate the possibility of permitting an additional 30 permits outside of the coastal zone, bringing the total to 115.

According to the CCC’s staff report from its November meeting, the 115 cap in the coastal zone amounts to approximately 2% of the city’s housing units, higher than Laguna Beach’s STR program cap, which amounts to 1.5% of its housing stock, or San Diego’s cap that amounts to 1% of housing.

The cap of 230 total short-term rentals represents approximately 1.39% of the

checks to the Doheny State Beach Foundation and San Onofre Parks Foundation in early January.

MonsterWave donated $291 to the San O nonprofit after two months of sales of the puzzle that depicts the Old Man’s surf break. With just one month of sales of their Doheny State Beach puzzle, the two donated $155.50 to the Doheny State Beach Foundation.

“I’ve grown up surfing at San Onofre, and we felt like this was a way to give back,” Petersen said. “Kurt raised his kids surfing at Doheny, so that was a logical one for that puzzle. And then, as we move up the coast and add items, we’re going to do some type of charity giveback for each puzzle.”

“It’ll be something local so that a local break that we’re depicting will then have some local charity involved,” Petersen continued.

Snibbe and Petersen plan to release a puzzle depicting Laguna Beach’s Main Beach this spring. The two will dedicate a portion of the proceeds from the upcoming puzzle to their local charity partner, the Pacific Marine Mammal Center.

“We’ve already worked it out; our donation will go to the Pacific Marine Mammal Center,” Petersen said. “Their work is to rehabilitate seals and sea lions, I guess whatever else they find on the beach that’s sick and then nurse them back and then release them.”

Before MonsterWave releases the Main Beach Puzzle, it will launch a puzzle depicting Huntington Beach. The Huntington Beach puzzle is expected to be released in mid-spring, as well, though they are still working on finding a charity partner.

Petersen explained that in about three weeks, MonsterWave will launch its next surf break-inspired puzzle of Lower Trestles, which will also benefit the San Onofre nonprofit.

As Snibbe and Petersen release new whimsical puzzles portraying famous surf breaks up and down the California coastline, they aim to commit a portion of their proceeds on each puzzle sold to local charities.

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Dana Point City Council voted to accept the California Coastal Commission’s short-term rental program that regulates vacation rentals inside of the coastal zone and approved a program to regulate the rentals outside of the coastal zone during its Feb. 7 meeting. Photo: File/Lillian Boyd

Capo Unified Trustees Tap Former Leaders to Help Recruit New Superintendent

BY COLLIN BREAUX

Past top officials in the Capistrano Unified School District will help CUSD find a new superintendent.

Previous CUSD Superintendents Joseph Farley and Suzette Lovely now work with Educational Support Services—a consulting firm that the CUSD Board of Trustees selected on Feb. 1 to help with the superintendent search.

CUSD is looking to recruit a new superintendent after trustees decided to terminate former Superintendent Kirsten Vital Brulte’s contract during a special closed-door meeting in December for an unexplained reason. Clark Hampton is serving as interim superintendent.

ESS was one of four firms under consideration, the other three being Leadership Associates; Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates; and The Cosca Group. The four firms gave presentations to the board on why they should be selected during another special meeting on Feb. 1.

“I do think that, coupled with the part where they’re the law firm we do a lot of

work with, ESS has that real deep knowledge of our district—the pros and cons of our district—and can help us navigate through this process a bit better than the rest,” said Trustee Michael Parham, who made the motion to pick ESS.

The vote for ESS was 4-3. Trustees Krista Castellanos, Gary Prichard, Amy Hanacek and Parham voted for ESS. Trustees Gila Jones, Judy Bullockus and Lisa Davis voted no, with Jones instead preferring Leadership Associates.

In a letter sent to trustees before the presentations, ESS said it has been affiliated with the law firm Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo since 2006.

“Our focus is to provide non-legal solutions for TK-14 school systems around

human resource needs, labor relations, leadership development, fiscal management, board governance, and executive coaching,” the letter said.

Farley further explained the scope of the firm’s work during the live presentation.

“What distinguishes us from the others is we have significant credibility in the region and district, because we’re former leaders of CUSD,” Farley said. “This is important, because we can assure the candidates that this is a really good place to work and that the superintendent will be happy and productive and supported here.”

ESS can tout CUSD’s history of excellence to candidates, Farley said.

“Most importantly, we fully conceptualize and understand the strengths, complexities, leadership needs and issues of your district,” Farley said. “We will enhance that knowledge through our extensive focus groups and surveying of your district’s stakeholders.”

ESS will spend as much time as it needs on the search, provide trustees weekly updates and sit in on candidate interviews to help assess their fit, he said. The search will be confidential, fair and unbiased, Farley said.

“We’ll also prepare the final candidate as they transition into his or her new position,” he said.

Lovely said that they contact listed and unlisted references during initial applicant screenings.

“We get a really true picture of an individual and what they may or may not bring to the role,” Lovely said. “We hire a social media analyst to audit the online presence and digital footprint of the board’s candidate slate. This is to ensure no unfavorable headlines or news stories emerge after someone has been interviewed by the board.”

ESS also taps a third-party background screening company to look at other aspects of candidates.

A timeline set forth by ESS proposes to post the superintendent job in March, review applications in April, interview candidates in May and approve employment later in May. The selected superintendent is then projected to start in July.

ESS’s total fee is $28,500.

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city’s roughly 16,500 housing units.

Dana Point resident Deborah Derloshon said, “The urgency is truly for those who are going to lose their rental housing as their landlords convert their long-term rentals to vacation rentals.”

With a lack of affordable housing in Dana Point, Derloshon argued that the program posed a risk to the long-term rental housing stock.

Senior planner Johnathan Ciampa explained that the percentage of STR units from the total housing stock tends to run between 1% and 2%, adding that the CCC landed on a cap that was in the mix of other cities’ STR programs.

To help cover costs related to the STR programs, including a 24/7 hotline and staff time, as well as associated legal fees, the City Council also approved a fee of $780 for new STR permits and an annual fee of $620 for renewals. The permit fees may provide the city $110,000 to $120,000 to offset the costs of the program, according to the staff report.

When the city initially established its STR program in 2013, it charged $150 for

the permit application fee.

Capistrano Beach resident George Ray, a short-term rental operator, noted that he did not mind raising fees but asked for the city’s justification for such a high increase.

Director of Community Development Brenda Wisneski explained that the added fees will cover the costs of the city’s enhanced enforcement to ensure that STRs are not posing a nuisance to neighboring properties.

Federico said that for about the past year and a half, the city has “spent a lot of time making sure that the (STRs) that we have are not nuisances and making sure that they do not impact or negatively affect the neighborhoods that they’re in.”

According to the staff report, the city plans to hold a public Zoom meeting to share application, submittal and operating requirements on Feb. 27.

Applications will need to be submitted to str@danapoint.org.

EDITOR’S NOTE: An extended version of this story can be found at danapointtimes.com.

Toll Brothers to Discuss Victoria Blvd. Apartment Project at Coffee Chat

BY BREEANA GREENBERG

A representative from Toll Brothers Apartment Homes will present the company’s proposed Victoria Boulevard project in Doheny Village at the next Dana Point Civic Association coffee chat on Friday morning, Feb. 10, at Coffee Importers.

The proposed 349-unit apartment complex would be built on the Capistrano Unified School District Bus Yard site, which the district identified as surplus land.

The apartment complex plans, which were presented during a public workshop on Nov. 23, includes 36 studios, 181 one-bedroom apartments, 115 two-bedroom units, and 17 three-bedroom spaces.

Monthly rent is anticipated to start at $3,315 for studios and go up to $5,377 for three-bedroom apartments.

The Victoria Boulevard Apartment

Project’s environmental impact report was published on Jan. 20. The City of Dana Point is seeking input on the proposed project. The public-comment period will close on March 6.

The proceeds of the ground lease for the project, roughly $40 million, would be earmarked for Dana Hills High School to fund needed facility upgrades.

Dana Hills High School Principal Brad Baker will give an update on the current state of Dana Hills High, as well as the long-term financial implications of the project, should it be approved.

Friday’s chat will get started at 8:30 a.m., when complimentary coffee will be available, courtesy of Coffee Importers. All are welcome to attend. The event is weather permitting. Coffee Importers is located at 34531 Golden Lantern, Dana Point.

Consulting firm Educational Support Services will screen candidates for the Capistrano Unified School District’s new superintendent. Photo: File

City to Begin Tree Replacement Efforts at Del Obispo, Sunset Parks

BY BREEANA GREENBERG

Beginning in early February, the City of Dana Point will work with West Coast Arborists to remove and replace several eucalyptus trees identified as a public safety threat.

Eucalyptus trees are more prone to toppling over or breaking limbs than other tree species. The city will plant two trees for every tree removed, according to the city. The Eucalyptus trees will be replaced with Camphor, Sycamore, Australian Willow, Brisbane Box, Leylandii Cypress, Ilex Oak and African Sumac trees.

“We’re always hesitant to see any of our trees removed, but these eucalyptus trees that we’ve identified pose a safety risk, and our priority is to ensure our parks are a safe place for everyone to enjoy,” Director of General Services James Shadle said in a media release.

“That’s why much research was done on the new tree species that the City

is planting to provide for more shade cover and a stronger root system,” Shadle continued. “They will be a beautiful addition to the community.”

In December 2022, a large eucalyptus tree fell onto the Del Obispo Park basketball court, with four other eucalyp-

tus trees falling in January 2023. Many of the eucalyptus trees near walking trails and playgrounds pose an increased threat to public safety following recent weather conditions, including high winds and rain, according to the city.

Beginning in early February, the city will work closely with its arborist to remove and plant trees, focusing on Del Obispo and Sunset Parks. To ensure public safety, Dana Point Parks Division will continue working with the arborist to monitor tree conditions in city parks.

The City of Dana Point is working with West Coast Arborists to remove and replace several eucalyptus trees identified as a public safety threat. Photo: Courtesy of the City of Dana Point

Fifteen Years Later, Town Center Plan Still a Work in Progress

BY BREEANA GREENBERG, DANA POINT TIMES

Fifteen years ago, the Dana Point Times highlighted changes to come in the city’s Town Center, as the Town Center Plan was being drafted, and then adopted just four months later.

Since that cover story was published in the DP Times’ first edition in 2008, empty lots have been transformed into mixed-use developments, housing many local businesses.

While construction is still underway on several projects in the Town Center, city officials and business owners are reflecting on the process of turning Del Prado into a pedestrian-friendly neighborhood.

DRAFTING THE TOWN CENTER PLAN

Before the city underwent efforts to revitalize the Town Center, the area was underutilized, former Dana Point Councilmember Joel Bishop said.

“We saw that the Town Center was kind of an underutilized asset,” Bishop said. “The traffic was poorly managed, having two one-way streets. People drove through very quickly and nobody stopped in Dana Point; they were just going through to get to the freeway from Laguna Beach.”

The goal of the Town Center Plan aimed to create an attractive, pedestrian-friendly “live, work and play” neighborhood, Bishop said.

The first big step in redeveloping the area was to develop Del Prado Avenue into a two-way street.

“By doing that, they provided a safe venue for community events on Del Prado,” Bishop said. “Because we used to have to close down PCH to have parades, but now we can have PCH open and Del Prado can be a venue for events, which is nice.”

Now, events hosted on Del Prado—including the Dana Point ArtFest, REDO Vintage & Maker’s Market, the Classic Car Show and Sleigh the Holidays— bring more and more visitors to the corridor each year.

The Dana Point City Council approved

plans in 2006 for the Town Center revitalization plan, an effort to turn Del Prado Avenue into a pedestrian-friendly corridor. In 2008, the California Coastal Commission approved the project plans, with construction beginning in late 2013.

That same year, Pascal Le Vettet, owner of Bonjour Cafe on Del Prado, stated that the Town Center Plan “should’ve happened 20 years ago.”

Fifteen years later, Le Vettet maintains this opinion.

Before the efforts to revitalize the Town Center, Le Vettet said the area was not the magnet it is now. When he opened Bonjour Cafe in 1992, he saw potential in the area.

As new development plans got approved, Bishop added that “some people had heartburn about the heights. I think we’ve done a good deal of work and compromise on maintaining a height limit that came out nice.”

“It’s not going to look like New York City when it’s done, but it’s going to be a nice little community within Dana Point, and I think it worked,” Bishop continued.

Drafting the Town Center Plan was a “hard task, and it took a lot of people, and there was a lot of discussion and a lot of heated debate among council,” Bishop said. “But part of debate is compromise, and that compromise kept it to a scale that was appropriate.”

ONGOING DEVELOPMENT

As DP Times previously reported in 2008, resident Bob Theel announced his plans to develop the vacant lot on the corner of Old Golden Lantern and Del Prado, envisioning a 40-foot-high, three-story building with retail on the first floor and residential housing on the second and third level.

At the time, Theel said, “Over the next four to five years, you’re going to see commercial spaces that will serve the residents and create places where you

can go downtown.”

In 2023, the lot remains undeveloped, though in late-March 2022, entitlements for a mixed-use condominium development were approved in the space.

“When I said that a lot would evolve in four-to-five years, I think that was optimistic,” Theel said this week. “A number of market events took place soon after the Town Center Plan was adopted—that was in 2008—and we had the recession.”

However, the development, referred to as Brattle Street, will go on without Theel, he said. The project will be constructed by C3 Development after Theel sold the property. C3 Development is in the process of getting construction documents and building permits completed, Theel said.

In 2014, City Council approved a mixed-use development on Del Prado, which was originated by Majestic Housing and later acquired by Raintree Partners.

Raintree Partners purchased the development in late 2016, changing the project from condominiums to rental units.

By 2015, the city completed construction on Del Prado Avenue and opened the street to two-way traffic—a milestone in the revitalization plan.

In 2016, the Dana Point Planning Commission approved plans for a mixed-use development on the corner of PCH and Golden Lantern. The project is still under construction.

Since construction completed on the Prado West development, Rip Curl, YogaSix, Lost Winds Dive Shop, Bear Coast Coffee and Dana Point Ale House have opened in the mixed-use space.

The Prado West development has brought vibrancy to the area, said Allen Chuang, Raintree Partners vice president of development and director of retail leasing.

“We’re very happy to bring this element to the Town Center, and we are priding ourselves with being one of the main focal points within the Town Center,” Chuang said.

Mayor Mike Frost said the most notable change over the years is that Del Prado has become a more pedestrian-friendly area.

“It was really drafted in the plan that the committee came up with so many years ago,” Frost said. “They envisioned a sort of walking, vibrant area that was more pedestrian-friendly that also allows small businesses to flourish, and I think you’re beginning to see that.”

SUPPORTING LOCAL

As a 25-year business owner on Del Prado, Jack Loconsolo of Jack’s Restaurant said the change to Del Prado allowing two-way traffic, coupled with downtown residential living, has brought increased foot traffic to businesses in the Town Center.

“Loyal support of our local community has brought tremendous change,” Loconsolo said in an email. “We are now seeing an uptick in the preferred destination for hotel guests while high-quality outdoor markets continue to be a strength.”

Longtime Dana Point resident Christian Goodman said the city is unrecognizable compared to what it looked like 30 years ago.

“A revamp of the city has occurred and, personally, I’m extremely excited about it,” Goodman said. “I think that change is inevitable, and we need to embrace it.”

Goodman, who opened the Dana Point Ale House in late-March 2022 in the Prado West development, said he’s honored to be a part of the revitalized Town Center.

“It’s been a lifelong dream of mine to give back to the community that’s given me so much, and I’m extremely excited to have my first business and hopefully the first of many in Dana Point,” Goodman said.

“I think a lot of people think that tourism drives Dana Point, but it’s the exact opposite,” Goodman continued. “It’s the locals. And my biggest hope is that we continue to support locally owned businesses, mom-and-pop shops, be Bonjour Cafés, the Killer Danas, Jack’s, Lucianas. That, to me, is what makes Dana Point special.”

The next business expected to open in Prado West is Penelope Pots, a “green boutique” offering flowers, plants, jewelry, accessories and more. Raintree Partners aims to have Penelope Pots open before Valentine’s Day.

Clean Juice, Homeslice, Maison and Avec Moi are expected to open in the Prado West development this coming spring. DP

While construction is still underway on several developments in the Town Center, city officials and business owners reflect on the process of turning Del Prado into a pedestrian-friendly neighborhood. Photo: Breeana Greenberg

OC Board of Education Approves

New Capo Unified Charter School

BY COLLIN BREAUX

The Orange County Board of Education signed off on an appeal from California Republic Leadership Academy, a new charter school that will open within the Capistrano Unified School District.

The OCBE approved the appeal on Feb. 1. The new school sought an appeal from county trustees after the CUSD Board of Trustees rendered split votes on the charter petition back in November.

An exact location and opening date have not yet been named. The petitioners are aiming to use existing campus space under a state law called Proposition 39, though where CRLA opens under that route is ultimately up to CUSD.

CRLA intends to serve students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade within an initial charter term of 2023 to 2028. CRLA Board Chair Kevin Pratt, a San Clemente parent instrumental in bringing forth the petition, has said the school would focus on classical education, American history and fostering respect between teachers and students. CRLA will also require student uniforms, not allow children to use smartphones during school hours and encourage servant leadership through the use of community mentors.

Though Orange County Department of Education staff recommended the OCBE conditionally approve the charter provided the school addressed identified issues, the county trustees unanimously approved the charter as written and without conditions.

“Based on information gathered throughout the entire review process, which included a clarification meeting held with petitioners on Dec. 20, Orange County Department of Education staff is recommending approval with conditions of the California Republic Leadership Academy petition,” OCDE Charter Schools Director Aracely Chastain said. Deficiencies in the petition can be “adequately addressed” through an agreement with CRLA leaders, Chastain said.

The OCDE will still alert CRLA if they

see a teacher does not have proper credentials.

“There are elements of the petition that require further information in order to be considered reasonably comprehensive or to comply with current law,” Chastain said.“The petition submitted only samples of curriculum in scope and sequence, and the petitioner has stated curriculum would not be developed prior to approval.”

The petition as submitted also did not adequately address English learner students or how students could become mentors as anticipated, Chastain continued.

Gary Davis, the vice president of Civic and Political Affairs for the California Charter Schools Association, and a vocal advocate for CRLA, said they are “excited” about the approval and hoped to make OCDE proud.

“Staff did point out a handful of things that, in some cases, there was some confusion,” Davis said. “In other cases, we can certainly provide clarification. We did submit a letter that went item by item and offered some solutions on how we can go about that.”

OCBE Trustee Mari Barke said CRLA will provide a “unique opportunity in the community.”

“I saw your presentation here. I saw it in San Juan Capistrano,” Barke said to the CRLA petitioners. “I’m very impressed. I know some of your board members. I love the curriculum. I know Gary has a wealth of experience bringing a charter to life, because I’ve seen him do it before.”

CUSD staff previously recommended CRLA’s petition be denied, in part, because of concerns about the school’s fiscal projections and expected solvency.

OCDE had no such concerns, Chastain said.

“Obviously, when a charter school’s starting, everything is based on whether they meet their enrollment projections—so we’re looking at their budget, assuming they’re going to meet the enrollment projections they’ve given us,” Chastain said. “Everything appears to be pretty conservative. Everything is based on market costs.”

The school’s projected reserves exceed those of similarly sized schools, Chastain said. A letter of intent from their lender indicated the lender would be willing to give CRLA an initial loan of $600,000, Chastain said.

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Change requires effort. And if I can get you to focus in on how to improve your own cardiovascular health, we finally can own the solution for improving most health ailments plaguing us.

BY GINA COUSINEAU

While this might seem a monumental task, I assure you that reducing your risk of heart disease through shifts in nutrition, fitness, preventative health screenings, surveillance and mitigation, we can actually take the opportunity to stave off all that ails us.

Now that I have your attention, let’s get real. Heart disease is the No. 1 killer

of humans worldwide. Given that our lifestyle choices, led by our food picks, are the reason for a global pandemic, I am bound and determined to encourage and support your ability to make change.

A healthy eating pattern doesn’t mean you have to cut your favorite foods. On the other hand, losing weight does require a calorie deficit, and in most cases, taking those less wholesome

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT

GUEST OPINION | Food for Thought by Gina Cousineau

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favorite foods away, at least for a period.

The willingness to be uncomfortable for a short period of time is doable, but the ability to do so for long periods, or dare I say even forever, is nearly impossible. And almost always, the desire to “lose weight” always trumps the desire to be healthy. Therein lies the problem. Even though change is uncomfortable, I have decided to modify my approach with all of you in the hopes of influencing your conversion, because I care. While the messaging may sound similar, let’s go from “none to some.” Losing weight and improving one’s health are not synonymous. You can lose weight, but end up malnourished, reducing muscle and bone mass in the process, causing you to lose energy and being incapable of your normal activities of daily living.

Improving your cardiovascular health and all that ails you simply requires “some” willpower with treats and splurges, rather than completely cutting out these foods.

Incorporating “some” foods that you clearly understand are part of a “healthy eating pattern, such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, seeds,

non/lowfat dairy products, lean proteins with smaller portions of these other foods, can really allow you to “have your cake and eat it, too.”

The fearmongering regarding foods containing gluten and dairy, as well as the push to consume only organic and non-GMO foods, along with the push for foods with unearned “health halos,” has to stop.

Our food supply is safe. If you choose to consume certain foods, that is your prerogative, but don’t let uneducated influencers bully you into believing such myths. Be honest with yourselves and see the harm that the food you eat containing “too much” salt, sugar, saturated fat, alcohol, and ultra-processed foods, are having in your life, and start there.

I want to encourage you to sign up for our complimentary weekly newsletter to be notified of our free monthly webinars that will provide ways for you to shift the trajectory of your health. These educational pieces, along with monthly cook-alongs, will provide the much-needed coaching to find your health in a joyful way. DP

Gina Cousineau, aka Mama G, is your local nutrition expert, chef, and fitness professional, with her BS in Nutrition and MS in functional and integrative nutrition.

She uses a food-as-medicine approach for weight loss to health gain, and everything in between. Follow her on social media @mamagslifestyle, and check out her website mamagslifestyle.com to learn more about her programs and freebies offered throughout the year.

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The List

What’s going on in and around town this week

DANA POINT TIMES

FRIDAY | 10

LIVE THEATER AT CAMINO REAL PLAYHOUSE

7:30 p.m. Watch a live performance of Alfred Hitchcock’s Strangers on a Train at San Juan Capistrano’s local theater. Showings for the mystery thriller will continue through Feb. 19. Camino Real Playhouse, 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano. 949.489.8082. caminorealplayhouse.com.

LIVE MUSIC AT IVA LEE’S

7:30 p.m. Local Steely Dan tribute band Kids of Charlemagne will perform. Enjoy the food and tunes while you eat and dance with friends. Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge, 555 N. El Camino Real, Suite E, San Clemente. 949.315.1960. kidsofcharlemagne.com.

CONCERT AT THE COACH HOUSE

8 p.m. Enjoy some rollicking sounds over dinner at this intimate and popular South Orange County venue. Singer Charity Lockhart will perform a tribute show to Aretha Franklin. Tickets are $35. Doors open at 6 p.m. The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. 949.496.8930. thecoachhouse.com.

COMEDY AND LIVE MUSIC AT KNUCKLEHEADS

8-11 p.m. Knuckleheads will host a comedy show presented by Future is Female, followed by live music. Ages 21 and up. Knuckleheads Sports Bar, 1717 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.492.2410. knuckleheadsmusic.com.

LIVE MUSIC AT STILLWATER

9 p.m. Live music is featured at this popular South Orange County venue. The ’80s cover band Fast Times will perform. StillWater Spirits & Sounds, 24701 Del

SATURDAY | 11 VALENTINE’S BRUNCH AND WHALE WATCHING CRUISE

11 a.m.-2 p.m. Join Capt. Dave’s Dolphin and Whale Whatching Safari for a special Valentine’s Day whale watching cruise featuring live music, a catered brunch and free glass of champagne. The cruise, for those 18 and older, is $130 per person. Capt. Dave’s, 24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. 949.488.2828. dolphinsafari.com.

Prado, Dana Point. 949.661.6003. danapointstillwater.com.

SATURDAY | 11

STAND UP TO TRASH BEACH CLEANUP AND LUNCH & LEARN

9 a.m. Join Stand Up to Trash at Baby Beach and the Ocean Institute for a beach cleanup followed by a Lunch and Learn at the Ocean institute. This month’s theme is “Love Our Beach and Harbor.” Lunch will be provided. Dana Point Harbor, 24800 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. standuptotrash.com.

HIKE AT SAN MATEO CAMPGROUND

9-11 a.m. Join California State Parks Naturalist Heather Rice to experience a local state park. Meet at the amphitheater for a 3-mile walk from Panhe Canyon to the ocean. Day-use fees apply. San Onofre State Beach, 830 Cristianitos Road, San Clemente. cryssie.moreno@parks.ca.gov.

DANA POINT FARMERS MARKET

9 a.m.-1 p.m. California farmers bring fresh produce to sell at the Dana Point Farmers Market, and craft vendors provide a large selection of art, jewelry, clothing, handbags, candles, handmade soaps and unique, one-of-a-kind gifts. It is strongly recommended that customers bring their own reusable bags. La Plaza Park, 3411 La Plaza, Dana Point. danapoint.org.

ROTARY CLUB CAR SHOW

9 a.m.-2 p.m. The Rotary Club of San

Juan Capistrano presents the town’s 20th annual car show. Check out classic cars outdoors, including vintage cruisers, trucks and muscle cars. Awards will be presented in the early afternoon. Food and drinks will also be available for purchase. Leashed dogs are welcome, and there will be a dog trick show. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for kids ages 11 to 17 and free for kids under 11. San Juan Capistrano Sports Park, 25925 Camino Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano. 949.973.5824. sjcrotary.org.

JAZZ FOR VALENTINE’S AT THE CASINO

7-9 p.m. Enjoy a dinner of pan-roasted tri-tip steak and shrimp and more, plus a show featuring Maria Schaefer. Tickets are $40. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Casino San Clemente, 140 W. Avenida Pico, San Clemente. eventbrite.com.

STAND-UP COMEDY NIGHT

7:30 p.m. Have some laughs during this stand-up comedy event. San Juan Capistrano community fixture Jim Taylor will perform, along with Kato Kaelin and Jay Hewlett. Tickets are $21.50 for a table seat or $19.50 for the mezzanine section. Camino Real Playhouse, 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano. 949.489.8082. caminorealplayhouse.org.

SUNDAY | 12

SUPER BOWL SUNDAY VIEWING PARTY AT STILLWATER

2:30 p.m. Join StillWater Spirits & Sounds

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to watch the Super Bowl with an all-youcan-eat buffet. Reserved indoor seating including the buffet costs $75 a person; walk-ins cost $50. StillWater Spirits & Sounds, 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point. 949.661.6003. danapointstillwater.com.

SUPER BOWL SUNDAY AT DAILY’S

2:30 p.m. Take in the big game at Daily’s Sports Grill. Reserve a table for $25 a seat to be paid in cash only. Guests will receive a gift card worth the price of each reservation redeemable on Sunday. Guests must check in by 2:30 p.m. Daily’s Sports Grill, 204 South El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.522.9010. dailyssportsgrill.org.

SUPER BOWL SUNDAY AT PADDY’S

3:30 p.m. Watch the big game and have a pint at this Downtown San Juan Capistrano pub. Cover charge is $5. Paddy’s Station, 26701 Verdugo Street, Suite B, San Juan Capistrano. 949.661.3400. paddysstation.com.

WEDNESDAY | 15

H.H. COTTON’S

LIVE MUSIC SHOWCASE

7-10 p.m. Every Wednesday, H.H. Cotton’s will host this live music showcase to feature talented local musicians from around the area and will occur in the restaurant’s Hamilton Room (the back room). H.H. Cotton’s, 201 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente. hhcottons.com.

THURSDAY | 16

HISTORICAL PRESENTATION OF RICHARD HENRY DANA

1-3 p.m. Local resident and member of numerous local history groups Bob Minty will give a live presentation and reenactment of Dana Point founder Richard Henry Dana during a San Juan Capistrano Docent Society meeting. San Juan Capistrano Community Center, 25925 Camino Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano. sjcdocentsociety.org.

Editor’s Pick

Photo: Courtesy of Todd Cravens/Unsplash

After 50 by Tom Blake

Around Dana Point Island

ve often stressed the importance of social interaction for seniors, especially for single seniors who are often alone. I remind them to get out of the house and make new friends. Interacting with people is important for one’s health. I also encourage single seniors to be friendly, and a bit assertive, but not aggressive, by introducing themselves to strangers who look pleasant and receptive. A smile can open doors to meeting new people.

Lately, I’ve become aware that this advice applies to me in my period of grieving, after losing my partner of 25 years, Greta, three months ago. I promised myself to venture out and be friendly with people I don’t know.

noticed a person in a small yellow kayak about 75 yards ahead of me, heading in the same direction as I was heading. When I got alongside the kayak, a woman smiled and waved.

She was wearing the biggest sunglasses I’d ever seen, so I couldn’t guess her age because her face was covered. These days, many senior women are kayaking, paddling outriggers and stand-up paddleboarding in Dana Point Harbor, which is wonderful.

I waved at her. She said, “What a beautiful day. I’m Lynda, what’s your name?”

“Tom,” I replied, and asked, “Do you kayak often?”

She said, “I work. So, I kayak usually on weekends. Today, I have the day off. I work in Laguna Beach, at three different doctors’ offices. I love coming here. I moved here from Ohio 10 years ago.”

I said, “Ohio? Oh, no. Are you an Ohio State Buckeye fan? I’m originally from Michigan, a Wolverine fan.”

Lynda said, “Oh, do you mean that dreaded team up north?” (That’s how Buckeye fans refer to the Michigan team). We both laughed.

And then she asked, “Do you mind if I tag along with you around the island? It’s lonely out here with no one to chat with.”

“Great,” I replied.

And that’s what we did. I admired Lynda’s enthusiasm and positive attitude.

She said, “Do you still work?”

FROM THE ARCHIVES

Pictured is a 1971 aerial view from over the ocean of Capo Beach with graded bluffs. Beach is in the foreground, with houses of Capo Beach above, and the freeway exit in the distance and grading of hills just beyond it. This photo can be purchased from the Dana Point Historical Society at museum@danapointhistorical.org.

BY TOM BLAKE

Friday, Jan. 20, was a gorgeous sunny day in Dana Point, a nice break from the nine powerful rainstorms our area had just endured. At about 11 a.m., there was no wind, so I decided to go stand-up paddleboarding around Dana Point Island.

When I launched from Baby Beach, I was the only person on the water, at least as far as I could see. I had the whole darn harbor to myself except for sea lions that were camped on a dock across from The Wind and Sea Restaurant, barking at each other.

About a quarter-mile into my paddle, I

“Yes, I’m a newspaper columnist.”

“What do you write about? She asked.

“Dating after 50.”

Lynda laughed and said, “Oh, wow, I’m almost there.”

Our paddling together lasted about an hour. We chatted while securing our boards atop the roof racks of our cars.

“Can we paddle together again?” Lynda asked.

“Text me when you plan to go,” I said, and handed her my Picket Fence Media business card.

We thanked each other and waved goodbye. A new friendship had been born.

Later that day, Lynda sent me a text

Five-year-old Nina is one of the sweetest dogs you’re likely to meet. A volunteer favorite, Nina walks well on a leash and has a winning personality. She is potty-trained, affectionate, and just loves to be by your side. If you’re ready for some serious snuggles, Nina might be your perfect match!

If you are interested in adopting Nina, please visit petprojectfoundation.org to download an adoption application form. Completed forms can be emailed to animalservices@scdpanimalshelter.org, and you will be contacted about making an interaction appointment. DP

Every week, the Dana Point Times will showcase a historical photo from around the city. If you have a photo you would like to submit for consideration, send the photo, your name for credit as well as the date and location of the photo to sraymundo@picketfencemedia.com

with a picture she had taken of me and said, “I read some of your newspaper articles; pretty touching. It is so nice some of your readers found new love.”

When we are nice to strangers, and we smile, and are friendly, we never know who might enter our life, even in the most unusual of locations. Keep paddling. DP

Tom Blake is a retired Dana Point

Sudoku

BY MYLES MELLOR

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION:

business owner and resident who has authored books on middle-aged dating. See his website at findingloveafter50.com. To comment: tompblake@gmail.com.

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

Photo: Courtesy of the Dana Point Historical Society

DANA POINT TIMES

GUEST OPINION | Eat My Words by

Cheryl Pruett

Valentine Ideas Come in Traditional & Non-Traditional Tastes, from Breakfast to Charcuterie

It’s nearly Valentine’s Day. Give the gift of a culinary adventure in the gastronomic triangle of Dana Point, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano. Sounds traditional, but not necessarily. The variety of restaurants surrounding the area sets the scene for anything from a playful nod to love to an array of less traditional food outings. Since Valentine’s Day lands on a Tuesday, why not expand your horizons?

Breakfast, appetizers and drinks, wine pairings or a retro-style milkshake and burger at the malt-shop diner. Yes, dinner may be the gold standard, but you’ll know your partner’s tastes and desire for culinary mixing it up.

Perhaps it’s time to consider straying from the time-honored Cupid date. After all, not everyone nowadays celebrates Mother’s Day on Sunday, preferring to avoid crowds. If schedules and attitudes

permit, dinner is only one option for Valentine’s Day.

WHY NOT A PRE-VALENTINE BREAKFAST?

homemade ice cream.

L’HIRONDELLE • 31631 Camino Capistrano, 949.661.0425, lhirondellesjc.com

FOR THE LOVE OF CHARCUTERIE & MORE

A breakfast outing at European-style Maison Café + Market in Dana Point starts a morning celebration. Enjoy a Dutch Baby with your “baby.”

BY CHERYL PRUETT

The German-style pancake is usually baked in an oven and, at Maison, is topped with organic berries and sweetened mascarpone (and maple syrup).

MAISON CAFÉ • 34320 Pacific Coast Highway, 949.218.8431, maisondanapoint.com

SHAKE IT UP!

A retro vibe brings playfulness to your celebration at Ruby’s Diner at the Outlets at San Clemente. On Valentine’s Day, it brings back the romance of Sandy and Danny in the hit movie Grease

About 12 shakes and malts from chocolate to salted caramel set the scene for sharing a drink face-to-face sipping through two straws. Burgers and fries keep the theme going. (Other options include albacore tuna melt, Chinese chicken salad and more.)

RUBY’S DINER • 101 W. Avenida Vista Hermosa, 949.492.7829, rubys.com

BRING ON THE CHARM

The old-world charm of L’Hirondelle in San Juan Capistrano captures hearts with a quaint and intimate setting. A continental Belgian-French menu and the restaurant’s location across from the Mission San Juan Capistrano add to the romantic atmosphere.

Known for the Beef Bourguignon, the offerings reflect an array of sauces to enhance everything from chicken and fish to lamb and duck. For Valentine’s Day, try the Cherries Jubilee for two. Remember to ask about the daily flavor of their

Valentine’s Day at The Cellar in San Clemente provides a great day to try the latest rage: charcuterie. Sure, the cheeseplus-meat board has been around for centuries, but it’s taken on a new life as an appetizer, meal or snack.

The restaurant offers several cheese boards. Take aim for the Spanish board with Manchego, drunken goat cheese, charcuterie meats of chorizo and prosciutto, and cream cheese-stuffed peppadews (peppers) along with almonds.

Add a glass or flight of wine or bubbles. This non-traditional Valentine’s Day is on point for flavor.

THE CELLAR • 156 Avenida del Mar, 949.492.3663, thecellarsite.com

BONUS IDEA: Go for the View, Stay for the Flights & Food

Hard to beat the view from The Chart House’s hill overlooking the harbor in Dana Point. Seafood is its specialty (and surf ’n’ turf).

On Valentine’s Day, add a special touch—cocktail items such as a tableside Torched Apple Manhattan or cocktails prepared tableside for two: a rum-based Mojito flight.

THE CHART HOUSE • 34442 St. of the Green Lantern, 949.493.1183, chart-house.com

Cheryl Pruett is an award-winning journalist and editor, having covered Orange County city and county topics to the food scene for Orange County Register, Patch.com and local magazines. She has called Dana Point/Capistrano Beach home for more than 30 years. DP

PLEASE NOTE: In an effort to provide our readers with a wide variety of opinions from our community, the DP 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 DP Times or Picket Fence Media. If you would like to respond to this column, please email us at editorial@danapointtimes.com.

PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICE

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

20236653373

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as:

AMERICAN INTEGRITY FINANCIAL

24302 DEL PRADO, SUITE B

DANA POINT, CA 92629

ADDITIONAL FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME(S):

1B. AIFINC

Full Name of Registrant(s):

O C HOME LOANS, IN

24302 DEL PRADO, SUITE B

DANA POINT, CA 92629

This business is conducted by a California Corporation

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: n/a

OC HOME LOANS, IN/s/J. PAT O’CONNEL, JOHN PATRICK O’CONNEL, PRESIDENT

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on 1/17/2023

Published in: Dana Point Times

January 27, February 3, 10, 17, 2023

PUBLIC NOTICE

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

20236653407

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as:

SHOP CHELSEA ROSE

15 WINDWOOD PASS

DANA POINT, CA 92629

Full Name of Registrant(s):

SHOP CHELSEA ROSE

15 WINDWOOD PASS

DANA POINT, CA 92629

This business is conducted by a California Limited Liability Co

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: n/a

SHOP CHELSEA ROSE/s/CHELSEA ROSE WILLIAMS, CHELSEA ROSE WILLIAMS, PRESIDENT

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on 1/17/2023

Published in: Dana Point Times

January 27, February 3, 10, 17, 2023

PUBLIC NOTICE

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

20236654574

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as:

WHATS UP DAN

24292 TAXCO DRIVE

DANA POINT CA 92629

Full Name of Registrant(s):

MICHAEL CAMPION

24292 TAXCO DRIVE

DANA POINT CA 92629

LEZLIE CAMPION

24292 TAXCO DRIVE

DANA POINT CA 92629

This business is conducted by a General Partnership

The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/2023

/s/Michael Campion

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on 01/30/2023.

Published in: Dana Point Times Feb 10, 17, 24, Mar 3, 2023

PUBLIC NOTICE

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

20236653077

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MUIR ARCHITECTS

32075 VIA CARLOS

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA 92675

Full Name of Registrant(s):

GERALD NOLAN MUIR

32075 VIA CARLOS

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA 92675

This business is conducted by an individual.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/2023

/s/GERALD MUIR

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on 01/12/2023.

Published in: Dana Point Times

JAN 27, FEB 3, 10, 17, 2023

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Notice is hereby given to creditors or contingent creditors of Decedent, Charles James Gunnison, aka Chuck Gunnison, that Charles James Gunnison died on December 21st, 2022 being at the time of his death a resident of Orange County, California. A creditor having a claim against the Estate of Charles James Gunnison must file the claim with Jon Gunnison, Representative of Estate, at the address given below within one hundred and twenty (120) days after the first publication of this Notice.

Jon Gunnison

Representative of Estate

61 Kilbride Dr, Pinehurst, NC 28374

Dana Point Times: Jan 27, Feb 3, 10, 2023

PUBLIC NOTICE

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 30-2023-01302882

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner

CHRISTIAN OROZCO filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

Present Name

CHRISTIAN OROZCO

Proposed Name

CHRISTIAN VERMEULEN

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

Notice of Hearing

Date: 03/16/2023 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept: D100 The address of the court is Central Justice Center, 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA 92701.

Other: Remote Hearing. Your hearing will be held REMOTELY via video at the date and time indicated on the notice or order to which this message is attached. You are NOT to physically appear at the courthouse on the date of your hearing. To obtain instructions on how to appear remotely for your hearing, you MUST do the following no later

than the day before the hearing (or no later than Friday, if the hearing is on Monday): 1. Go to the Court’s website at www.occourts.org; 2. Click on the “COVID-19” button; 3. Click on the “Civil” button; 4. Click on the “Remote Hearing Instructions” button; 5. Follow the instructions IMPORTANT

NOTE: If you or your witnesses, do not have the ability to access the court’s website above, or are unable to follow the instructions on the Court’s website, or are otherwise unable to appear remotely, you MUST call the courtroom or call (657) 6228513, prior to your hearing, to request an alternate means to appear. Failure to do so may result in your case being dismissed, or a ruling issued against you.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Dana Point Times

Date: 1/23/2023

JUDGE LAYNE H. MELZER, Judge of the Superior Court

Published: Dana Point Times, February, 3, 10, 17, 24, 2023

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

JAMES GLENN MOHUNDRO, aka JAMES G. MOHUNDRO

Case Number: 30-2023-01303571-PR-LA-CJC

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will and or estate, or both, of JAMES GLENN MOHUNDRO, aka JAMES G. MOHUNDRO

A Petition for Probate has been filed by SYLVIA MOHUNDRO in the Superior Court of California, County of ORANGE

The Petition for Probate requests that SYLVIA MOHUNDRO be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The Petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows:

Date: Mar 01, 23 Time: 01:30 p.m. in Dept: C10 Address of Court: 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA 92701. (1) If you plan to appear, you must attend the hearing by video remote using the court’s designated video platform; (2) Go to the courts website at: http://www.occourts.org/ media-relations/probate-mental-health.html to appear for probate hearings and for remote hearing instructions; (3) If you have difficulty connecting to your remote hearing, call (657)622-8278 for assistance.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the

court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California Statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (Form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner:

Mark E Powell, Esq, Mark E Powell Law Corporation, 801 Glenneyre St., Ste D, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Ph: (949) 623-8040

Published in: Dana Point Times, February 3, 10, 17, 2023

PUBLIC NOTICE

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20236654048

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BAKER CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

33311 BIG SUR ST

DANA POINT, CA 92629

Full Name of Registrant(s):

TIMOTHY RYAN BAKER

33311 BIG SUR ST

DANA POINT, CA 92629

This business is conducted by an Individual

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: n/a

/s/ TIMOTHY BAKER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on 1/24/2023

Published in: Dana Point Times

Feb 3, 10, 17, 24, 2023

PUBLIC NOTICE

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20236653132

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: KEY BREEZE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 34148 PACIFIC COAST HWY #B DANA POINT, CA 92629

ADDITIONAL FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME(S):

1B. SEAIR PROPERTIES

1C. DUPONT PROPERTIES

Full Name of Registrant(s):

BRIDGETTE DUPONT, A PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION

33916 GOLDEN LANTERN, #B DANA POINT, CA 92629

This business is conducted by a Nevada Corporation

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 02/28/2022

BRIDGETTE DUPONT, A PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION/s/BRIDGETTE DUPONT, BRIDGETTE DUPONT, PRESIDENT

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on 1/12/2023

Published in: Dana Point Times

January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 2023

PUBLIC NOTICES

TO ADVERTISE: 949.388.7700, EXT. 111 • LEGALS@PICKETFENCEMEDIA.COM

decree changing names as follows:

Present Name

ANA PATRICIA COBOS

Proposed Name

ANA PATRICIA AYMERICH

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

Notice of Hearing

Date: 03/08/2023 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept: D100

Room: Remote Appearance. The address of the court is Central Justice Center, 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Your hearing will be held REMOTELY via video at the date and time indicated on the notice or order to which this message is attached. You are NOT to physically appear at the courthouse on the date of your hearing. To obtain instructions on how to appear remotely for your hearing, you MUST do the following no later than the day before the hearing (or no later than Friday, if the hearing is on Monday): 1. Go to the Court’s website at www.occourts.org; 2. Click on the “COVID-19” button; 3. Click on the “Civil” button; 4. Click on the “Remote Hearing Instructions” button; 5. Follow the instructions

very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows:

Date: March 2, 2023 Time: 01:30 p.m. in Dept: C08

Address of Court: 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA 92701. (1) If you plan to appear, you must attend the hearing by video remote using the court’s designated video platform; (2) Go to the courts website at: http://www.occourts.org/ media-relations/probate-mental -health.html to appear for probate hearings and for remote hearing instructions; (3) If you have difficulty connecting to your remote hearing, call (657)622-8278 for assistance.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

PUBLIC NOTICE

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 30-2023-01301662

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner JAHAIRA PATRICIA DEL GROSSO filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

Present Name

JAHAIRA PATRICIA DEL GROSSO

Proposed Name

JAHAIRA PATRICIA SANDERS

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

Notice of Hearing

Date: 03/08/2023 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept: D100.

Room: Remote Appearance. The address of the court is Central Justice Center, 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Your hearing will be held REMOTELY via video at the date and time indicated on the notice or order to which this message is attached. You are NOT to physically appear at the courthouse on the date of your hearing.

To obtain instructions on how to appear remotely for your hearing, you MUST do the following no later than the day before the hearing (or no later than Friday, if the hearing is on Monday): 1. Go to the Court’s website at www.occourts.org; 2. Click on the “COVID-19” button; 3. Click on the “Civil” button; 4. Click on the “Remote Hearing Instructions” button; 5. Follow the instructions IMPORTANT NOTE: If you or your witnesses, do not have the ability to access the court’s website above, or are unable to follow the instructions on the Court’s website, or are otherwise unable to appear remotely, you MUST call the courtroom or call (657) 622-8513, prior to your hearing, to request an alternate means to appear. Failure to do so may result in your case being dismissed, or a ruling issued against you.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Dana Point Times

Date: 01/13/2023

JUDGE WALTER P SCHWARM, Judge of the Superior Court

Published: Dana Point Times, Jan 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 2023

PUBLIC NOTICE

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. 30-20222023-01301670

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner ANA PATRICIA COBOS a petition with this court for a

IMPORTANT NOTE: If you or your witnesses, do not have the ability to access the court’s website above, or are unable to follow the instructions on the Court’s website, or are otherwise unable to appear remotely, you MUST call the courtroom or call (657) 622-8513, prior to your hearing, to request an alternate means to appear. Failure to do so may result in your case being dismissed, or a ruling issued against you.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: DANA POINT TIMES

Date: 01/13/2023

JUDGE WALTER P. SCHWARM, Judge of the Superior Court

Published: Dana Point Times, Jan 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 2023

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

ERIN DARVAL BONELLI

Case Number: 30-2023-01302883-PR-LA-CJC

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will and or estate, or both, of ERIN DARVAL BONELLI

A Petition for Probate has been filed by MACKENZIE BONELLI and MEGAN GAEBEL in the Superior Court of California, County of ORANGE

The Petition for Probate requests that MACKENZIE BONELLI and MEGAN GAEBEL be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The Petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California Statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (Form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner:

Austin T. Borchard, Esq., 25909 Pala, Suite 300, Mission Viejo, CA 92691

Ph: 949-457-9505

Published in: Dana Point Times, February 10, 17, 24, 2023

PUBLIC NOTICE

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

20236654572

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MEDIA EPICENTER

24292 TAXCO DRIVE

DANA POINT CA 92629

Full Name of Registrant(s):

MICHAEL CAMPION

24292 TAXCO DRIVE

DANA POINT CA 92629

This business is conducted by an individual. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/2022

/s/Michael Campion

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on 01/30/2023.

Published in: Dana Point Times Feb 10, 17, 24, Mar 3, 2023

DOLPHIN REPORT

BY ZACH CAVANAGH & C. JAYDEN SMITH, DANA POINT TIMES

For in-game updates, news and more for all of the Dana Hills High School sports programs, follow us on Twitter @SouthOCSports and on Instagram @South_OC_Sports

Three DHHS Winter Sports Teams Open CIF-SS Playoffs

Three Dana Hills winter sports teams qualified for the CIF-SS playoffs, as the postseason brackets for boys and girls basketball, boys and girls soccer and girls water polo were released over the weekend.

Only one Dana Hills team earned a top-four seed: girls water polo is No. 4 in Division 2.

The Dana Hills girls water polo team and Sea View League champion boys basketball team opened the CIF-SS playoffs on Wednesday, Feb. 8.

Dana Hills boys basketball (18-8) tipped off against Valley Christian of Cerritos (17-10), which earned an at-large selection out of the Olympic League. As detailed below, the Dolphins held off the Defenders, 70-67, to advance in Division 2A.

Dana Hills will next host No. 2 seed Pacifica Christian of Newport Beach in the second round on Friday, Feb. 10.

The Dolphins won their first league title since 2014 and played in the program’s first-ever CIF-SS Final last season.

The No. 4 seed Dana Hills girls water polo team (20-8) started against Vista Murrieta (11-13) in Division 2. Vista Murrieta was the third-place team out of the Southwestern League. As their pool doesn’t meet CIF-SS playoff size requirements, the Dolphins hosted their firstround game at Aliso Niguel High School. The Dolphins dominated the Broncos en route to a 21-9 victory.

Dana Hills advances to the quarterfinals and will travel to Ventura on Saturday, Feb. 11.

The Dana Hills girls basketball team (15-8) played its first CIF-SS playoff game since 2018 at home against Rubidoux of Riverside (12-6) on Thursday, Feb. 9. Rubidoux was the third-place team in the Mountain Valley League.

Results were not available at press time, but check out danapointtimes.com for game coverage.

If the Dolphins advanced, they’ll take on Sacred Heart of Los Angeles or Oakwood in the Division 4A second round on Saturday.

Follow @South_OC_Sports on Instagram and @SouthOCSports on Twitter

for daily CIF-SS playoff coverage of all the local teams in Dana Point, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano.

Boys Basketball Survives Valley Christian, Advances to Second Round

Dana Hills sophomore Collin Haugh was the deciding factor on Wednesday night, Feb. 8, as his four 3-pointers in the final quarter helped his team escape a late rally from Valley Christian of Cerritos in a 70-67 home win.

The opening round of CIF-Southern Section Division 2A play featured a fast-paced game that saw the Dolphins build what seemed to be comfortable leads before Valley Christian (17-11) stormed back.

That included a nine-point Defenders flurry after Dana Hills (19-8) went up, 65-54, and a quick four-point play that momentarily tensed up the home gym, cutting the Dolphins’ lead to 69-67 with just a few seconds remaining.

Dolphins head coach Tom Desiano credited the Defenders and junior point guard Jacob Bayla (34 points), but he pointed to his team’s resiliency as what led the Dolphins to the victory.

“We always came back, we always had an answer, and that doesn’t always happen,” Desiano said.

Haugh (22 points) had a hot-andcold start to the game. He missed all four 3-point attempts but showed touch from midrange for seven firsthalf points, while senior Cole Davison shouldered the load with 15.

Valley Christian took the first quarter, 15-13, as point guard TJ Waters tallied four assists. Midway through

the second, Dana Hills started to take control and held a 32-25 lead going into the locker room.

The third quarter was where Bayla made his hay. After the Dolphins’ margin increased to 10, Bayla single-handedly kept Valley Christian close by driving to the basket on the way to 15 points in the period.

Desiano attributed Bayla’s outburst to his talent and to his own players’ foul trouble that left his bench vulnerable.

“What we did down the stretch (was), we went to our 2-3 zone to keep them (out of the paint),” he said. “Down to the last 2½ minutes of the game, they couldn’t get to the basket anymore.”

Both teams switched their defensive approaches in the game’s latter stages, with Dana Hills using a zone defense and Valley Christian a press. The press forced turnovers for Dana Hills that allowed the Defenders to hang around.

The margin stayed close to six points

from the third quarter into the fourth, but clutch buckets from Haugh and Dennis Powers lifted Dana Hills to an 11-point lead before Valley Christian’s last surge.

Desiano said Haugh carried the Dolphins down the stretch with his ability to get lost within the zone defense and emerge open for catch-and-shoot 3-pointers.

“We look to him in those spots, and then when he doesn’t have it, he’s willing to feed it (to others), too,” Desiano said. “He makes us go, and he’s got that drive, that killer instinct to (say), ‘Hey, look, I want the shot when it’s available. I can make the shot when it’s available.’ ”

The Dolphins advanced to host No. 2 seed Pacifica Christian (20-8) in the second round on Friday, Feb. 10, after the Tritons defeated Portola, 64-52, on Wednesday.

Spring Sports Kick Off This Weekend

As the winter sports playoffs open in full force, the CIF-SS spring season swings into action starting on Saturday, Feb. 11.

Dana Hills baseball will start its schedule bright and early with a home game against Woodbridge on Saturday. First pitch is scheduled for 11 a.m.

The Dolphins softball team will also get going on Saturday with action in the Savannah Tournament.

Boys and girls lacrosse, as well as beach volleyball, can all host their first contests beginning on Saturday.

Boys tennis starts on Monday, Feb. 13, and track and field, swimming and diving, and boys volleyball can begin on Feb. 18.

Boys golf will be the last sport to tee it up on Feb. 25.

Look for the Dana Point Times spring sports preview, in which we will highlight a selection of the 12 Dana Hills spring squads, on Feb. 24. DP

Dana Hills girls water polo, No. 4 seed in Division 2, opened the CIF-SS playoffs in dominant fashion with a 21-9 win over Vista Murrieta in the first round on Wednesday, Feb. 8. Photo: Zach Cavanagh

Should Trestles and San Onofre Be the Next World Surfing Reserve?

A case for protecting one of California’s most vital wave resources

BY JAKE HOWARD, DANA POINT TIMES

From Old Man’s and The Point, Uppers and Lowers, and all the spots in between, one would be hard-pressed to find a stretch of coastline in America that is more utilized and appreciated by surfers.

From kids just starting out to bona fide legends who changed the course of our sport and lifestyle, it’s an epicenter for surf culture and a hotbed for talent. So, my question this week, should Trestles and San Onofre be the next World Surfing Reserve?

The environmental organization Save The Waves has recently opened the application process to select its next World Surfing Reserve. With only one location selected every year, there are currently 12 World Surfing Reserves around the globe.

The closest is the iconic point at Malibu in Los Angeles County, while the newest addition to the list came last year, as North Devon in the United Kingdom was officially recognized.

The program is designed to protect surf breaks through stewardship, planning and local empowerment. Trestles and San Onofre seem ripe for such a classification.

From toll roads to nuclear waste, beach erosion to e-bike intrusion, the Trestles/ San Onofre area has faced no shortage of challenges over the years. Thankfully, every time a cataclysmic issue has arisen, local folks, along with supporters from the surf community and other environmental and Indigenous groups, have rallied to “save” Trestles.

Reaching to the highest levels of the U.S. government, heck, it wouldn’t be a California State Park if it weren’t for President Richard Nixon.

Having the surf spots protected as

BODHI AGUILAR GROM OF THE WEEK

BY JAKE HOWARD, DANA POINT TIMES

Bodhi Aguilar first blew up the Grom of the Week space back in 2018 when he was the ripe, old age of 7. Having started surfing at 3 years young, he was already a seasoned veteran at this point; his Instagram handle, @bodacious_bojangles, shined like a beacon

a World Surfing Reserve seems as if it would certainly bolster the case for preserving these pristine surfing grounds for generations to come—especially as they face an uncertain future with the continued decommissioning of the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station, as well as renewed lease negotiations between the U.S. Military and State of California over the future of the park lands.

“The World Surfing Reserve approach is an effective community-based conservation model that can not only aid in protecting waves, but also coastal habitats, marine life and local economies,” Save The Waves Conservation Programs Manager Trent Hodges said in a press statement. “Save The Waves is excited to add another incredible surf ecosystem to the network.”

The application process is a lengthy one. First, a Letter of Inquiry must be approved. If permitted to officially apply, it goes to Save The Waves’ Vision Council. The council will judge the area based on

five different criteria:

• Quality and consistency of the wave(s)

• Important environmental characteristics

• Culture and surf history

• Governance capacity and local support

• Priority conservation area

There are no shortage of reasons Trestles and San Onofre could be in the running for a World Surfing Reserve. The area’s Indigenous history goes back centuries, while the surf-specific history can be traced to the 1920s.

San Onofre, and later Trestles, have long been key locations in the earliest of U.S. surf scenes. And today, the last two WSL world champions have been crowned on the cobblestone shore.

In 2008, Surfrider Foundation’s Chad Nelson co-authored a “surfenomics” study that found Trestles attracted more than 330,000 people to San Clemente an-

SURF FORECAST

Water Temperature: 56-57 Degrees F

Water Visibility and Conditions: 8-12’

Outlook: The slow easing swell blend maintains thigh to stomach high zone surf, (2-3’+), on Friday, while the pattern of light offshore winds in the morning and light+ onshores by the afternoon continues. A building new NW swell rolls in Saturday afternoon, kicking waves up into the shoulder high to a foot overhead range, (4-6’), but conditions will be poor then, as moderate SW winds in the morning rise to breezy WNW winds for the afternoon. Surf heights hold through Sunday morning, then taper off later in the day as the NW swell starts to fade. Much better conditions are due Sunday morning, when winds are light offshore again. A moderate sea breeze develops that afternoon.

nually, while accounting for more than $10 million in revenue annually.

Surely those numbers have ballooned considerably since the study was released 15 years ago. Not only would World Surfing Reserve classification have environmental upsides, there are also some very real economic benefits.

As noted, the application process takes some work, but for a group of locals keen to spearhead the effort, it’s most definitely a noble cause worth the effort. The application window is open until May 25. For more information, check out savethewaves.org. DP

Jake Howard is a local surfer and freelance writer who lives in San Clemente. A former editor at Surfer Magazine, The Surfer’s Journal and ESPN, today he writes for a number of publications, including Picket Fence Media, Surfline and the World Surf League. He also works with philanthropic organizations such as the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center and the Positive Vibe Warriors Foundation.

of stoke for the future.

A few years later, and the San Clemente goofy-footer has taken his wave-riding game to amazingly loftier heights. Most recently, Bodhi made the finals in the NSSA event at the Huntington Beach Pier. He’s also a veteran of the USA Surfing Championships, where he’s enjoyed some solid results.

Running with a talented pack of rising stars from the area, he’s one of the most stylish young surfers in our local waters today. Fiery and free-flowing, his explosiveness is

matched by his tack-sharp rail game. For as much heat as Bodhi brings to the lineup, his good vibes and stoke level make him the complete package.

Flying the flag for Vissla on the nose of his board, he’s also got the support and camaraderie of a great surf brand. The future is wide open, and we can’t wait to see where Bodhi takes it next. DP

If you have a candidate for Grom of the Week, we want to know. Send an email to jakehoward1@gmail.com.

The beaches and waves of Trestles and San Onofre make the area a prime location to earn the designation of World Surfing Reserve by the environmental organization Save The Waves. Photo: Jake Howard

Bodhi Aguilar. Photo: Courtesy of @miahklein