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TOP NEWS DANA POINT SHOULD KNOW THIS WEEK

Harbor Boaters’ Class-Action Lawsuit Denied Trial

BY BREEANA GREENBERG

Boaters participating in the class-action lawsuit against the Dana Point Harbor Partners over an increase in slip-fee rates may not see the case go to trial after the judge overseeing the case granted summary judgment—ruling that no facts are in dispute in the case.

Dennis Winters, who represents the boaters in the lawsuit, explained that unless the boaters appeal the judgment, Judge Lon Hurwitz effectively ended the lawsuit when he granted the Dana Point Harbor Partners summary judgment on June 30.

The ruling largely hinged on determining whether the boaters were “intended beneficiaries” or “incidental beneficiaries” of the harbor Master Lease agreement. Hurwitz concluded that boaters were the latter.

Judge Glenda Sanders, who oversaw the case until her retirement this year, had previously stated she was “inclined to find (the boaters) were intended third-party beneficiaries,” which would have given boaters the standing to sue in the class-action lawsuit.

In making the determination that boaters are not an interested third party, the summary judgment noted that the purpose of the Master Agreement between the county and Dana Point Harbor Partners is to facilitate, manage and pay for the $400 million harbor redevelopment and not to protect the boaters against expensive slip rates.

In the summary judgment, Hurwitz noted that though boaters generally benefit from the Master Lease through their Slip Lease Agreements, “this is not sufficient to authorize Plaintiffs to sue Defendant under the third-party beneficiary doctrine.”

The summary judgment also noted that the county only oversees whether the Harbor Partners’ methodology for determining what constitutes “market rate” slip rate pricing is “reasonable.”

Hurwitz said the county had the opportunity to reject the Harbor Partners’ methodology when it reviewed the proposed increase before it took effect in 2021.

According to the summary judgment, Thomas Miller, chief real estate officer for

Orange County, attested “that the County concluded the methodology used by Defendant in comparing slip rates at the Harbor to other Orange County marinas ‘was reasonable based upon the market for users and slip licensees in the Harbor and therefore not in violation of the Lease.’”

Additionally, Hurwitz stated that the boaters do not have the right to claim that the methodology to determine slipfee increases is not market rate.

Allowing boaters to challenge the Harbor Partners’ methodology to determine market rate pricing “would make (the Harbor Partners’) performance substantially more burdensome,” the summary judgment said.

Winters said he hoped the Orange County Board of Supervisors would be “more sympathetic than the county has been up to this point” in the future

to being appealed, if we decide to appeal. We have not made that decision yet,” Winters continued. “But if we do, I would think we have a relatively good chance of prevailing on appeal.”

The summary judgment ruled that the boaters did not have the standing to bring forward an argument on breach of contract and noted that the boaters “have not established the existence of triable issues of material fact” regarding their unfair business practice claim.

Joe Ueberroth, founder and president of Bellwether Financial Group, developer of the new marina and a member of the Dana Point Harbor Partners, said that while the Harbor Partners is not taking a victory lap, he feels personally vindicated.

“To win on summary judgment means that the allegations have zero merit, no merit at all,” Ueberroth said. “We’ve always said it was baseless, and so to win on summary judgment confirms what we’ve said.”

“It’s just been a waste of resources, energy and time,” Ueberroth continued. “But there’s a light with it. At least, it confirms our position in every aspect, so we were just very pleased how thorough the judge was.”

COMMUNITY MEETINGS

SATURDAY, JULY 8

Challenging Cancer

10-11:30 a.m. The Challenging Cancer group is conducting weekly meetings through Zoom video conferences. The meetings are open to caregivers, people who have a compromised immune system, and people dealing with cancer. To join, email donnavigil2@gmail.com or linda_crdv@yahoo.com. heritagesc.org.

Citizens’ Climate Education

10:45 a.m.-noon. This nonpartisan climate action group holds monthly meetings on the second Saturday of the month through Zoom video conferences. Email larrykramerccl@gmail.com to receive a link to join.

MONDAY, JULY 10

Dana Point Planning Commission

6 p.m. The Dana Point Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting. This meeting will also be livestreamed through the city’s YouTube channel. A link for livestreams and replays is available on the city’s website. Dana Point Council Chambers, 33282 Golden Lantern Street, Suite 210, Dana Point. danapoint.org.

TUESDAY, JULY 11

Because I Love You (BILY)

6:30-8:30 p.m. The organization Because I Love You (BILY), which helps parents navigate through whatever parenting challenges they may be facing (e.g., failure to launch, substance misuse, disrespect), conducts its weekly meetings on Tuesdays via Zoom video conference and in person/ Zoom the first Tuesday of each month at the Outlets at San Clemente’s Conference Room. For detailed instructions on how to participate, email bilysanclemente@gmail.com.

regarding additional slip-fee increases.

Ahead of Hurwitz’s judgment, Sanders had overruled the Harbor Partners’ arguments against three of the boaters’ causes of action, or legal claims. The suit was expected to proceed primarily based on three arguments the boaters had raised: injunctive relief, breach of contract, and unfair business practices.

“I felt like we were making good progress until recently,” Winters said of the class-action lawsuit. “I was, frankly, surprised and very disappointed with the decision to grant the motion for summary judgment.”

“I think it’s something that is subject

In its newsletter, the Dana Point Boaters Association said, “the boaters’ Class Action attorneys are considering an Appeal to the District Court of Appeals.”

“Since the marina was built for boaters, is a public asset and not private property, and the bulk of revenue from the marina comes from boaters, it is difficult to conceive how boaters would not be interested parties with the right to enforce contract provisions intended to protect those boaters,” the newsletter said. “The attorneys believe the Court of Appeals will closely scrutinize this misguided legal ruling.”

Responding to the prospect of an ap -

peal, Ueberroth said he felt it would be “a continuation of a waste of resources.”

“There’s no merit to it,” Ueberroth said. “It’ll be costly for the property, and it’s not where we need to focus our time and energy as we’re looking to develop one of the gems of our community.”

Winters noted that he was “disappointed with the ruling.”

“We feel it wasn’t decided correctly, and we anticipate that we will be looking strongly towards an appeal, but that decision has not yet been made,” Winters said.

Judge Lon Hurwitz effectively ended a class-action lawsuit boaters had filed over slip fee increases when he granted the Dana Point Harbor Partners summary judgment on Friday, June 30. Photo: File

City to Offer New Summer Camps and Classes

BY BREEANA GREENBERG

A slate of youth summer camps aimed at getting 9- to 12-year-old kids active and learning new skills such as pickleball are coming to Dana Point this month.

Starting on July 24, the City of Dana Point will offer local kids the summer camp opportunities, including a new pickleball camp allowing them to learn the basics and jump-start their interest in the fastest-growing sport in America.

International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association (IPTPA) certified trainers, including coaches Bernie Cain and Joe Moline, will lead the camp in 10 1½-hour classes, where the kids are taught the basics of pickleball from strokes to techniques and strategies.

“What makes these camps so special is that we have engaged some great coaches and teachers who will work with our local youth to make sure they learn some fun skills,” Dana Point Director of Community Services Jeff Rosaler explained in a media release, adding: “I encourage our local families to check out what we have to offer.”

The pickleball camp includes 10 classes. Cain said the class aims to “teach them the basics and just take their skills as far as you can in a twoweek period. That way, they have the basics to get out there and go play.”

Cain, a Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) gold medalist for the 70-and-above division, said he loves coaching the sport. His patience and knowledge of the sport, he said, stand out from other coaches.

“I live, eat and breathe pickleball,” Cain said. “And I love to see people progress. You don’t have to be the best player in the world to be one of the best coaches, and I have patience to coach, and a lot of people don’t.”

Through the camp, Cain hopes more Dana Point youths fall in love with the sport.

“I hope little all-stars start developing out of this class, (and) they fall in love with this,” Cain said. “I’d like to see the kids start saying to their schools and some of us adults, to go talk to CIF to actually make it a competitive sport for high school in Orange County.”

Emphasizing that pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America, Cain said he’s never seen someone fall out of love with the sport.

“It’s a great game, and I know they’ll

love it,” Cain said.

There are two pickleball camp options, with one camp occurring outside at the basketball court at Del Obispo Park and one camp inside the gym at the Community Center. The indoor camp will run from July 10-21, Monday through Friday, and the outdoor camp will run from July 24-Aug. 4, Monday through Friday.

All the equipment needed will be supplied by Selkirk Sport, a family-run pickleball equipment company, Cain added.

In addition to the pickleball camp, the city will offer Coach Jay’s Basketball Camp; Teen Cuisine Camp; Jewelry, Design & Craft Creation Camp; Anime, Cartooning & Comic Creation Camp; and Artsy Cooking Camp—all new this year.

Coach Jay Simpson will lead the basketball camp this year, offering players a chance to continue developing basketball fundamentals. Two camps will be offered this summer split by age groups, with 6- to 9-year-olds playing from 8-10 a.m. and ages 9-11 playing from 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. The camp will run from July 24-28.

Teen Cuisine Camp for youths ages 11 to 17 will offer young adults the opportunity to learn essential cooking techniques. Attendees will work in a

group setting and learn the basics of kitchen safety, measuring ingredients and creating easy-to-make dishes.

All food and supplies are provided for the class, which will run from July 24-28 from 1-4 p.m.

For younger kids interested in cooking, the City of Dana Point offers Artsy Cooking Camp for 5- to 12-yearolds. Students will have the chance to explore cooking a different recipe each day and complete art projects while the food is cooking.

In the Anime, Cartooning & Comic Creation Camp for kids ages 5 to 12, participants will learn how to create

their own characters, draw different facial expressions, create backgrounds and write plots. The camp runs from July 24-28.

“With the Community Center in general, we’re really encouraging the community to come visit,” Rosaler said. “This place should be full all the time with tons of different activities going on, and we’re looking to bring those activities to the community. We just need folks to come down and enjoy it.”

More information about the classes and camps the City of Dana Point is offering can be found on the city’s recreation department website.

Bernie Cain, an International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association (IPTPA) certified coach, will teach kids the basics of pickleball during the City of Dana Point’s new pickleball camp. Photo: Breeana Greenberg

City Presents Key Themes for General Plan Update

BY BREEANA GREENBERG

As the city moves from the visioning phase to the drafting phase in its process of updating the General Plan, key ideas and policy priorities have emerged from residents’ input as guiding principles for the town’s new plan.

At its Community Visioning Open House on June 29, staff shared highlights of residents’ comments as it works to form a long-term vision for the City of Dana Point.

The town’s current plan comprises nine elements, including land use, urban design, housing, circulation, noise, public safety, conservation/open space and economic development, as well as a land-use policy map.

In the lead-up to drafting a vision for the updated General Plan, city staff and its consultant team gathered residents’ insight and policy priorities on the nine elements through community workshops, pop-up events, an online questionnaire and an interactive map.

During the public-input period, the city received 238 individual responses to its questionnaire, which was available from Feb. 14 to May 22. The interactive map available on the General Plan website received 127 comments, with 758 “up” votes and 162 “down” votes on said comments.

Starting with the city’s Land Use Element, which creates a blueprint for the location, density and intensity of future development, residents voiced interest in ensuring new developments are compatible “with Dana Point’s small-town, coastal character.”

Residents also noted they’d like to see mixed-use retail and dining options in Capistrano Beach and more restaurants, entertainment and “local serving uses” in Doheny Village.

Addressing the Urban Design Element, residents encouraged streetscape enhancement, public art, improvements to the pedestrian experience in the city and more gathering spaces.

Comments for the Circulation Element included evaluating the feasibility of extending trolley service, additional bike lanes, improved bike and e-bike safety and pedestrian safety, with improved connectivity in the city.

In the Noise Element, the city noted “while many participants’ responses indicated that noise is not a substantial issue, traffic and street noise was clearly the most frequently noted noise concern in Dana Point.”

Residents said they’d like to see the city’s natural resources, parks, open

spaces and beaches maintained in its Conservation and Open Space Element.

Comments regarding conservation and open space emphasized the need to mitigate coastal bluff erosion, enhancing local trails and adding more recreation facilities.

For the Public Facilities and Growth Management Element, residents voiced interest in undergrounding utilities, providing public Wi-Fi, and expanding parks, schools, sports fields and trail facilities.

Residents also commented that they’d like to see the city “continue to have a role in the (Dana Point) Harbor revitalization for both local and visitor benefits.”

Comments for the Economic Development Element highlighted residents’ concern for balancing resident-serving and visitor-serving commercial uses and an interest in the local business economy.

Residents also highlighted the need to “address challenges of expensive rents, operating costs, staffing needs, and regulations.”

Housing Elements provide a blueprint for local governments to address hous-

ing affordability and growing populations. The state’s housing department certified Dana Point’s Housing Element last September.

The city’s Housing Element is “not envisioned for extensive update as part of the upcoming General Plan update process,” as it was recently updated in 2022. However, the city noted that comments received on the Element “will continue to inform community dialogue on housing-related topics as the City evolves.”

Resident comments included suggestions to “consider strategies to retain subsequent generations to contribute to a continued sense of community” and “seek to accommodate needs of families, seniors, middle-income households, disabled persons, and a range of individuals.”

Similar to the Housing Element, the Public Safety Element was recently updated and is not anticipated to be included in the General Plan update. However, comments regarding public safety emphasized emergency preparedness, public awareness of evacuation routes, and ensuring “resilient public infrastructure and utilities in the event of earthquake, fire, or other natural

disaster.”

Residents also noted concerns about climate change, sea-level rise and coastal erosion.

During the open house on June 29, Dana Point resident Steven Carpenter noted that though the General Plan update process will take a while, he’d like to see continued community involvement throughout the process.

“What I’m seeing is a lot of good input coming back from the city,” Carpenter said. “It’ll be interesting to know next week—when I heard the full report will be coming out—there’ll be a summary report and then the full report coming out, but the general thoughts are good.”

“There are concerns over the over-development, especially in the Doheny Village Area,” Carpenter continued. “That’s really the only negative thing I’ve heard so far.”

Carpenter added that as a longtime resident, he wants to leave Dana Point “in a better condition than I had” for future generations, “which is going to be hard to do.”

Resident Robbie Robinson commented that she’d like to see the city invest

Dana Point residents at the community center gym view posters highlighting key ideas and policy priorities collected from public input for the General Plan update at the Community Visioning Open House on June 29. Photo: Breeana Greenberg

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in undergrounding overhead utilities and assisting homeowners financially in undergrounding.

Commenting on the General Plan update process, Robinson said she felt the city is “doing a really good job, all things considered.”

“I’d like to see them do more to really, really pay more attention to not only the businesses and the tourists, but also to pay more attention to the residents, as far as their needs,” Robinson continued.

A Visioning Framework Document was scheduled to be released the first week of July and is expected to include a full list of key comments and themes that the city received from the community.

The next step in the General Plan update process will be a study session hosted by the Planning Commission on July 10. The City Council will host its study session on July 18.

Lantern Bay Realty Celebrates 50-Year Anniversary

BY CLARA HELM

Lantern Bay Realty reached a significant milestone in 2023 as the Dana Point-based company celebrates its 50-year anniversary.

Originally from Buffalo, New York, Joe Lovullo got his degree in business with an emphasis in real estate and finance. After getting his broker’s license in 1973, he settled in Dana Point, because he saw the future of promise it could hold.

Up until 1989, Dana Point was an unincorporated town, still in the process of development and ripe for opportunity, Lovullo recalled.

“I just drove up and down the coast and almost started in Carlsbad, because that looked like a growing community,” said Lovullo. “But when I got to Dana Point, I said, ‘This is it.’ ”

Herb Johns, the dean of real estate at Saddleback College at the time, invited Lovullo to be a guest speaker at some of his classes. What started as guest speaking turned into 12 years of teaching night classes there.

Some of his former students now work as real estate brokers in San Clemente.

While teaching classes at night, Lovullo was building and running a real estate business during the day. After nine years in business, Lovullo got an opportunity in 1984 for company growth.

“My big claim to fame was when I

South Coast Water District’s Water, Sewer Rates Increase

BY BREEANA GREENBERG

South Coast Water District (SCWD) ratepayers were expected to see an average increase of 7% in their water rates and a 12% average increase in their sewer rates starting on July 1, following a governing board vote on June 22.

On average, starting July 1, residents may see a $5.79 increase in their water bills and an $8.99 increase in their sewer bills, according to South Coast Water.

After holding three public workshops on water, recycled water and sewer-rate studies and conducting a revenue-needs analysis, the district concluded the rate

had a real estate contractor come to see me one day, and he says, ‘Joe, Pacific Mutual (Life Insurance Co.) just bought all this land out here (in Lantern Bay) … and they’re looking for a broker, because they want to develop it,’ ” said Lovullo.

Armed only with a clipboard and small office with a desk and a phone, Lovullo went to an interview to be the exclusive broker for the Lantern Bay Villas, competing against larger companies.

Lovullo’s understanding of the ins and outs of Dana Point got him the job, a testament to the importance of knowing the local community.

The million-dollar project in Lantern Bay, just above Dana Point Harbor, was a huge win for Lovullo. After the sale of the development, he got to keep the name of Lantern Bay. Over the years, Lantern Bay Realty has also been the exclusive broker for Lantern Bay Estates, Harbor Walk in Capistrano Beach, and Pacific Terrace along Pacific Coast Highway.

Now a well-established company, the real estate agency covers a wide variety of services such as residential and commercial sales, leasing, property management and investment counseling. The diversification of residential and commercial keeps the company on top of any market ripples.

“So, it’s really not only where people live but where people do their business,” said Mike Lovullo, Joe Lovullo’s son. “It’s restaurant, retail, offices, medical, dental. Just about anything that has to do with buying, selling, or managing property is what we do.”

Working at the company since 1988 and taking over the helm of the compa-

increase is necessary to provide “financial stability and funding reserves,” according to a SCWD staff report.

In a prepared statement, SCWD said the rate increases are the result of “implementation of critical capital improvement projects, meeting our debt service convergence to maintain our credit rating, and maintaining our reserves to meet the District’s targets.”

“Additionally, the costs for construction, materials, treatment, and testing are rising across the State due to inflation, supply chain issues and other critical factors,” SCWD said in the statement.

About 90% of South Coast’s water is imported from the Metropolitan Water District (MWD), which has increased its rates for fiscal years 2024 through 2026. Rates will increase by 5% in FY24; 7% in FY25; and 6% in FY26, according to the statement. SCWD pointed to MWD’s rate increase as one of the reasons for

ny in the 2010s, the younger Lovullo is now Lantern Bay Realty’s chief broker and president.

Both Mike Lovullo and Lantern Bay Realty Vice President Tim Johnson grew up in San Clemente and graduated from San Clemente High. Mike and Tim are both involved in the community, whether that’s working with the Chamber of Commerce, managing the Dana Point Community House, or curating concert series through the organization Lord of the Strings.

Their long history in Southern California has guided Lantern Bay Realty’s business model, as it allowed them to establish meaningful connections.

“After 50 years of (Lantern Bay Realty) being here, thanks to Joe starting the business, we enjoy a large amount of repeat and referral business due to our reputation,” said Johnson.

The heads of the company emphasized referrals and their reputation as their keys to success in the past 50 years. A large part of this reputation is putting people over profit.

“Our core values are putting the customer first and always being trustworthy,” said Mike.

“When somebody has a problem, we’re on it immediately,” Johnson added. “We don’t waste any time.”

In the 50 years Lantern Bay Realty has been in business, Dana Point has drastically changed. Once a quiet surf town, Dana Point is now a bustling city.

Like every industry, such a change in pace comes with its challenges. One of those challenges is keeping up with the constantly changing real estate and taxation laws of the area, such as the tenant protection act that went into effect during the COVID-19 pandemic.

its increase.

SCWD attributed capital projects and aging systems including pipelines, pump stations, sewer tunnel and sewage lift stations as some of the reasons for the sewage rate increase.

In Fiscal Year 2025, residents may expect an additional $6.20 increase in water bills and a $10.07 increase in sewer bills. The following fiscal year, residents may see an additional $5.68 increase in their water bills and a $9.40 increase in their sewer bills.

In a prepared statement, SCWD noted that it is “mindful about the need to support members of our community who are impacted by these rate increases and are actively evaluating the needs and opportunities to support customers experiencing financial challenges.”

More information on resources that SCWD offers customers to assist in paying service bills can be found at scwd.org/resources.

But with people increasingly moving to the beach towns and city hubs of Orange County, the real estate market and investment have only grown with it.

Dana Point itself has grown as restaurants and residential areas continue to be developed.

“All of it is good for business,” said Mike. “More activity, more people wanting to move here … even the single-families people are upgrading and expanding.”

An aspect of the business that’s contributed to its longevity, they agreed, is their face-to-face meaningful interaction with customers.

After the pandemic, Mike said, some real estate companies turned away from customer interaction and favored the virtual, with customers sometimes never dealing with anyone directly. This is something Mike doesn’t see Lantern Bay Realty doing any time soon.

“I still think that, you know, personal contact, personal touch is so important in this business,” said Mike. “I think people still want to deal with people.”

Joe Lovullo said he built his long-lasting company based on the value of respect—something, he adds, also guides his personal life as a father of four children and husband of 63 years. This value and his positive impact in the local community have contributed to Lantern Bay Realty’s success, a legacy carried on by his son and Johnson. Giving advice to aspiring professionals in the real estate industry, Mike stressed perseverance.

“Don’t get discouraged, and just keep going,” said Mike. “As long as you put your customers first and are willing to learn and keep learning, you’ll be fine.”

GUEST OPINION | Dana Point ROCKS by Anthony Small

Heaping Helping of Summer Jams

I’m delighted to help with your summer plans and share that our Music Preserves Summer Jams concert series at Ocean Institute returns for three unique Friday nights, on July 7, July 21 and Aug. 4.

The bands will be interviewed onstage prior to their performances, discussing the cultural history of their genres of music. Tickets are $35 and available at oceaninstitute.org.

Thank you to Ohana Festival and City of Dana Point as “Gold Record” sponsors, and Clean Juice and Board Supervisor Katrina Foley as “Hit Single” sponsors. We couldn’t do it without the support of our wonderful community.

Attending these shows supports two local nonprofits with educational missions. The evening will include a compelling, intimate interview of the artists, phenomenal musical performances, and just flat-out fun.

Delahunt Brewing and Station Craft are our local beer sponsors for Summer Jams. Wine and other beverages will also be available for purchase, and food trucks will be on-site.

Vicky Tafoya and the Big Beat kick it off on Friday July 7, with a tasty mix of early rock and roll, R&B and Soul. Hailed as “The Rhythm and Blues Queen of Southern California,” Tafoya delivers otherworldly vocals that will leave you with your jaw on the floor and wiping tears from your eyes.

Vicki even recorded with Bruno Mars earlier this year! The band is in the red-hot Penrose Records stable of artists, which also includes Thee Sacred Souls, who will perform at Ohana Festival this year.

On July 21, Kareeta will bring their swampy country and Americana to Summer Jams, and Sage Escalante will open the show.

In a cool side note, Sage actually participated in Music Preserves’ backstage experience a few years ago. The inspirational

Letter to The Editor

DANA HARBOR

GEORGE GREGORY, San Clemente

I know that the Dana Point City Council and Orange County Board of Supervisors could care less about my fiscal difficulties paying my inflated slip rents and troubling relocation off the main channel, but everyone should

DANA POINT ROCKS

BY ANTHONY SMALL

program brings Capistrano Unified School District music students backstage at local concerts to meet headlining acts, moments after they’ve rocked thousands!

Sage now studies Songwriting and Music Business at Belmont University in Nashville.

The series’ Rock and Roll finale will feature Marc Ford, former lead guitarist for Black Crowes, whose solo catalog features some of the best guitar work you’ll ever hear. Ford and Phil Jones released a beautiful album this year, Neil Songs, covering Neil Young songs.

Jones, who played drums and percussion with Tom Petty, will be on the kit at Summer Jams! Local Americana band Mojave Ghost is slated to open the show, following their recent appearance on KLOS.

City of Dana Point’s iconic Summer Concerts in the Park returns to Sea Terrace Park, Sundays from July 9 to Aug. 13. These free, family-friendly concerts feature two bands each date, including tributes to Journey, The Rolling Stones, Foo Fighters and others.

Dana Point Harbor is set to have a “Live Music on the Wharf” series in the Hansen Courtyard on Thursdays from 4-6 p.m. I look forward to playing the series on Aug. 31 and Sept. 21.

Thank you to both REDO Vintage & Maker’s Market and Dana Point ArtFest for the opportunity to play my music and, more importantly, amplify local emerging artists such as Andrew Lavin, Sidney Bowen, Molly Bergman and Randall Winvick.

Ohana Festival three-day and Sunday tickets (Foo Fighters headlining) are sold out, but you can still get single-day tickets for Friday (The Killers) and Saturday (Eddie Vedder, The Chicks). The weekend

care about the encroachment of slips into the main channel where citizens play.

This includes kids sailing in youth programs, outriggers and many standup paddleboarders, along with just cruisers and boat hoppers socializing in our public waterway.

I guess the exclusive pre-qualification of lies resulted from the marina’s “no public interest” plan, except for their plan of overbuilding and overcharging.

Hope everyone enjoyed their Fourth of July on the waterway, as it may have been your last.

festival at Doheny State Beach runs from Sept. 29 through Oct. 1. Tickets can be purchased at ohanafest.com.

The Dana Point City Council has disbanded the Arts and Culture Commission and started a new Arts and Culture Ambassador program to promote arts and culture programs in town. Councilmembers felt this new arrangement will be more efficient, allowing more collaboration and diversity of contributors and events.

Join me in applying to be an Ambassador, online at danapoint.org.

Anthony Small is Executive Director and co-founder of Music Preserves Foundation, a local musician and Ambassador of Music for Dana Point Sister Cities International. Small and his family have lived in Dana Point for 25 years. DP

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What’s going on in and around town this week

DANA POINT TIMES

FRIDAY | 07

LIVE MUSIC AT STILLWATER

9 p.m. Live music is featured at this popular South Orange County venue. The ’80s cover band Flashback Heart Attack! will perform. StillWater Spirits & Sounds, 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point. 949.661.6003. danapointstillwater.com.

LIVE MUSIC AT TREVOR’S

7 p.m. Anesha Rose will perform. Enjoy the entertainment on the outdoor patio while you chow down on food and sip drinks. Trevor’s at the Tracks, 26701 Verdugo Street, San Juan Capistrano. 949.493.9593. trevorsatthetracks.com.

SATURDAY | 08

SOUTH OC CARS AND COFFEE

9-11 a.m. South OC Cars and Coffee, dubbed the world’s biggest weekly car meet, attracts a mix of 500-1,000 hypercars, supercars, exotics, vintage, classic, muscle and sports cars, hot rods, rat rods, pickups, 4x4s and motorcycles. No cars in before 8:30 a.m. Cars should enter and leave slowly and quietly—no revving, speeding or burnouts. The Outlets at San Clemente, 101 West Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente. southoccarsandcoffee.com.

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.

FRIDAY

6-9 p.m. Join the Ocean Institute and Music Preserves Foundation for a fun-filled summer night, enjoying an outdoor concert with the harbor and the ocean as the backdrop. The event will feature live music, food trucks, and Station Craft Beer. Enjoy learning more about the musicians with Music Preserves Foundation before the show begins and explore touch tanks with Ocean Institute docents. Proceeds for the event will support the two foundations. Tickets are $35. The Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. 949.496.2274. oceaninstitute.org.

BERRY U-PICK

9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. The Ecology Center is providing a chance to pick fresh berries. While baskets will be provided, participants are also welcome to bring their own. After you finish collecting a harvest, head over to the Farm Stand to pay for what you picked. Cost to attend is $8. The Ecology Center, 32701 Alipaz Street, San Juan Capistrano. 949.443.4223. theecologycenter.org.

KAYAK HARBOR TOUR AND SAIL AT THE OCEAN INSTITUTE

10.a.m.-noon. Join the Ocean Institute for a two-hour interactive kayak tour around the Dana Point Harbor and learn about the history of the harbor and its unique ecosystem. All experience levels are welcome. Guests under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are $28. In the afternoon, from 2-5 p.m., set sail aboard the schooner Spirit of Dana Point and experience California from the perspective of an early tall ship explorer. Join the crew to help raise sail, handle lines and steer the ship, or simply sit back, relax and enjoy the majesty of sailing the seas aboard a tall ship. Must be 4 years or older to sail. Tickets are $65. Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. 949.496.2274. oceaninstitute.org.

DANA POINT PUBLIC LIBRARY: FOREIGN FILM SCREENING

2 p.m. Join the Dana Point Public Library for a screening of the foreign film Schneider vs. Bax from the Netherlands. In the film, hilarity ensues when two inept hitmen, one celebrating his birthday and the other a writer, are unknowingly hired

by their boss for the same job. Dana Point Public Library, 33841 Niguel Road, Dana Point. 949.496.5517. ocpl.org.

OUTDOOR THEATER AT LOS RIOS PARK

2 and 3 p.m. Enjoy a live performance in one of California’s oldest areas when the Round About Players present The Capistrano Rainmaker in the Los Rios Historic District. The 15-minute play is based on local history. Plays are underwritten by The Alliance for San Juan Arts, with sponsors that include Trevor’s at the Tracks and the San Juan Capistrano Fiesta Association. The cast comprises Kathryn Fischer, Gary McCarver, Kenneth Phuong, Mark Schwartz, and Rachel Trant. Local fixtures Tom Scott, Beverly Blake, and Gary McCarver are producing, and McCarver also wrote the play. The event is free, so check it out while you’re strolling about. Additional shows will be held throughout July. Los Rios Park, 31791 Los Rios Street, San Juan Capistrano.

SUNDAY | 09

CAR SHOW

9 a.m.-2 p.m. Buses by the Beach SoCal and Capistrano Volkswagen are presenting a car show with air-cooled Volkswagens on display. Check out vintage vehicles and meet other Volkswagen enthusiasts. A food truck will be on hand from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Relay for Life will also attend to raise funds. Capistrano Volkswagen, 32922 Valle Road, San Juan Capistrano. 866.557.3599. capovw.com.

STAND UP TO TRASH BEACH

CLEANUP: PLASTIC-FREE JULY

9-11 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 “Plastic-Free July,” featuring a pop-up from Pink Recycling and Eco Now Founder Thea Merritt, who will share ways to reduce unnecessary waste. Attendees can also bring in their recyclables for processing with Pink Recycling. Lunch will be provided. Dana Point Harbor, 24800 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. standuptotrash.com.

CONCERTS IN THE PARK

3-6 p.m. These free family-friendly concerts feature two bands and are held at Sea Terrace Park behind the Dana Point Library area. Journey USA and Jumping Jack Flash will perform. Spirits for those 21 and older and food are available for purchase. Sea Terrace Park, 33501 Niguel Road, Dana Point. danapoint.org.

‘ENCANTO’ FILM SCREENING

8-10 p.m. Join Casa Romantica Cultural & Gardens for a fun outdoor movie screening under the stars with the whole family. This event has open lawn seating. Guests must bring their own lawn chairs and blankets. Casa Romantica, 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente. 949.498.2139. casaromantica.org.

MONDAY | 10

COUNTRY NIGHT AT H.H. COTTON’S

6 p.m. This popular downtown restaurant offers a night full of country music and line dancing for all ages. Beginners will have the floor from 6-7 p.m., followed by advanced dancers from 7:30-8:30 p.m. The floor will be open to all from 8:30-10 p.m. H.H. Cotton’s, 201 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente. 949.945.6616. hhcottons.com.

OPEN JAM

7-10 p.m. Play your own percussion, acoustic or electric instruments every Monday night at Knuckleheads. Amps are allowed, but drums are not. Knuckleheads, 1717 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.492.2410. knuckleheadsmusic.com.

TUESDAY | 11

TWILIGHT TUESDAYS

5-8 p.m. Join Casa Romantica Cultural Center & Gardens for after-hours access to the property, including the newly reopened West Terrace with the view of the sunset. Snacks and wine are available for donation. After a landslide on April 27, Casa Romantica is partially reopening. Your $5 entry fee is considered a donation. All proceeds help rebuild Casa Romantica. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente. 949.498.2139. casaromantica.org.

| 07: SUMMER JAMS CONCERT SERIES: VICKY TAFOYA AND THE BIG BEAT

Photo: Courtesy of Music Preserves Foundation

AT THE MOVIES

‘Asteroid City’

BY MEGAN BIANCO, DANA POINT TIMES

As Wes Anderson fans and movie viewers have noticed, the man is at a point in his career where his ambition has no limits, and he’s not afraid to take full advantage of his resources.

He succeeded in creating an epic period dramedy with The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014), then stumbled a bit with the retro anthology The French Dispatch (2021). Now, he returns with another star-studded cast in a pastiche of mid20th century whimsy with Asteroid City.

The story mainly revolves around Augie Steenbeck (Jason Schwartzman), a war photographer and single father of four kids, and Midge Campbell (Scarlett Johansson), a movie star with a 15-yearold daughter, Dinah (Grace Edwards).

They’re all stuck in “Asteroid City,” a fictional city in Nevada, while Dinah and Augie’s teenage son, Woodrow (Jake Ryan), compete in the Junior Stargazer Awards for kids involved with astronomy.

During the convention, a real alien encounter becomes eminent and government agents are revealed to be se -

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SHARKS AFTER DARK

6-9 p.m. Join the Ocean Institute to learn more about the ocean’s apex predators, bioluminescence and more every Tuesday through August. Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. 949.496.2274. oceaninstitute.org.

WEDNESDAY |

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CONCERT AT THE COACH HOUSE

8 p.m. Enjoy some rollicking sounds over dinner at this intimate and popular South Orange County venue.

cretly operating behind the motel where the characters are staying.

Various supporting roles include Augie’s father-inlaw, Stanley (Tom Hanks), Junior Stargazer host Gen. Grif Gibson (Jeffrey Wright), local scientist Dr. Hickenlooper (Tilda Swinton), schoolteacher June Douglas (Maya Hawke), cowboy Montana (Rupert Friend) and Steve Carell as the motel manager.

What isn’t included in Asteroid City’s marketing is that the desert and sci-fi elements of the movie are actually an old-school teleplay being played out by actors and a TV crew in 1955.

Edward Norton, Adrien Brody, Bryan Cranston and Margot Robbie make appearances during these behind-thescenes sequences, which are cleverly subverted in black-and-white cinematography, while the TV plot scenes are in color.

What else can you say about a quality Wes Anderson flick at this point? While his latest efforts can feel a bit bloated,

Singer-songwriter Jimmy Webb will perform. Tickets are $28. Doors open at 6 p.m. The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. 949.496.8930. thecoachhouse.com.

TRIVIA NIGHT AT THE BREWHOUSE

6:30-8:30 p.m. The BrewHouse hosts a trivia night every Wednesday. Test your knowledge with friends or show up solo and join a team. The BrewHouse, 31896 Plaza Drive, Suite D3, San Juan Capistrano. 949.481.6181. brewhousesjc.com.

H.H. COTTON’S LIVE MUSIC SHOWCASE

7-10 p.m. Every Wednesday, H.H. Cot-

especially compared to his modest roots of Bottle Rocket (1996) and Rushmore (1998), he has really mastered the art of coining multi-layered colorful personalities. He’s now openly prioritizing atmosphere and character/performance over plot, and that isn’t always bad.

Asteroid City is a tongue-in-cheek, non-linear satire on his own industry while also paying homage, like usual. It’s nice to see his longtime regular actor,

ton’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.

OPEN MIC NIGHT AT KNUCKLEHEADS

8-10 p.m. Knuckleheads is open for food, drinks and live music. Performers of all skill levels are welcome. If you are a musician, do stand-up comedy or the spoken word, this is the place to be on Wednesday nights. So, come down, grab a drink and go for it. Knuckleheads Sports Bar, 1717 North El Cami-

Schwartzman, take the lead again, and Johansson fits in quite nicely in Anderson’s twee world.

Though I think there were aspects in the film that could have been expanded more—such as the desert going under quarantine being reminiscent of the real COVID-19 quarantine three years ago—Asteroid City is near-perfect eye candy for those who appreciate the cinema of Anderson. DP

no Real, San Clemente. 949.492.2410. knuckleheadsmusic.com.

THURSDAY | 13

BIOLUMINESCENCE NIGHT CRUISE

8:30-10:30 p.m. Learn about the remarkable ability of some marine animals to glow in the dark and witness the curiously beautiful phenomenon. A meter net is deployed 600 feet deep to capture thousands of these drifting organisms, which have the ability to make their own light. The Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. 949.496.2274. oceaninstitute.org.

Photo: Courtesy of Pop. 87 Productions / Focus Features

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The Opportunity:

Volunteer tutors, age 50 and over

Share your wisdom, time, and love of reading.

Help young struggling readers 1st-5th grade achieve reading level proficiencies, and beyond.

All the training and on-going support is provided.

Currently recruiting for the 2023-2024 school year. Share the gift of reading and help change a child’s future!

Join an Information Session to learn more!

When: July 20, 2023 10:00-11:00am

Where: La Sala Auditorium

San Juan Capistrano Library 31495 El Camino Real San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

For Online Information Session Dates

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’TIS THE SEASON TO EXPLORE BARBECUE

There’s joy in barbecuing. Yet, if you’re not in the mood to pull out the grill and tongs, local restaurants help keep the summer barbecue season tradition going without missing a beat.

Grill or smoke, dry rub or sauce, there’s a flavor for all, whether it’s Texas-style, Memphis, Carolina or Korean.

Ribs, meats, veggies and the “shrimp on the barbie” are the usual suspects. However, don’t overlook the love of barbecue that finds its way into everyday food from salads to pizza.

BBQ BIBS ON—DIG IN HERITAGE BARBECUE

31721 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. heritagecraftbbq.com.

The Downtown San Juan, Texas-style eatery offers picnic tables for dining or to-go (order online) options.

When driving by Heritage, across from the Mission San Juan Capistrano, you’ll notice long lines waiting for barbecue

FROM THE ARCHIVES

favorites. For to-go for four to five people, try the tri-tip pack of smoked whole tri-tip, mac and cheese and brisket chili beans.

It’s an extensive menu featuring ribs to sandwiches, pulled pork to sausage, and more.

“OFF THE GRILL” IDEAS

SALT CREEK GRILLE

32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point. 949.661.7799. saltcreekgrille.com/dana-point/.

Savory greens and wood-fired chicken salad are dressed with barbecue ranch dressing to set off the veggies, cilantro, avocado, corn and gorgonzola.

Also among the restaurant’s barbecue items is a Caesar over Mesquite (mesquite-grilled romaine).

PIZZA PORT

301 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.940.0005. pizzaport.com/brewpubs/san-clemente.

A BBQ mesquite-grilled chicken pizza features a tangy barbecue sauce along with light mozzarella, red onion and cilantro.

DRIFT DISTILLERY & SMOKEHOUSE

940 Calle Amanecer, Suite K, San Clemente. 949.388.0700. driftdistillery.com.

In addition to the restaurant’s handcrafted spirits and barbecue offerings of baby back ribs, brisket and pulled pork, this eatery adds an “off the grill” idea: a BBQ quesadilla.

It comes with a choice of brisket, pulled pork or chicken topped with homemade pickled jalapenos, jack and cheddar cheese, sour cream and green onions.

HAPA J’S

2016 S. El Camino Real., San Clemente. 949.276.6657. hapajs.com.

Try a Korean-style barbecue rib. Taste buds welcome new flavors.

Go for Grilled Kalbi Short Rib plate served with kimchi and sides.

BAD TO THE BONE

31738 Rancho Viejo Rd., San Juan Capistrano. 949.218.0227. badtothebonebbq.com.

Among specialties is the Cowboy Ribeye Steak with two sides.

The barbecue menu includes St. Louis Ribs, Carolina Pulled Pork, and Pulled

Pecan Smoked Chicken. Dine in or take out available.

THE RIB JOINT ROADHOUSE

34294 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point. 949.661.9500. ribjointdanapoint.com.

This roadhouse keeps a 40-plus-year barbecue run going with its Memphis-style barbecue.

Located near the corner of Pacific Coast Highway and Del Obispo, its historic vibe and family-owned background offers giant beef ribs, pork spareribs, pork baby back and Cajun shrimp.

A la carte or barbecue dinners and combo plates or to-go options provide opportunity to sample. One option to taste a variety is the Family Feast for two to four.

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.

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BY MYLES MELLOR

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION:

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This 1970s photo shows the remains of the Dana Point Inn between Violet Lantern and Amber Lantern, with the harbor in background. This photo is available for viewing and purchase at danapointhistorical.org

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

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.

Sudoku- medium- by Myles Mellor 67 1 8 9 8 4 3 84 12 5 4 5 1 31 2 87 3

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EAT MY WORDS BY CHERYL PRUETT

GUEST OPINION | Eat My Words by Cheryl Pruett

Dana Point Celebrates Independence Day

PHOTOS BY ALAN GIBBY; TEXT BY SHAWN RAYMUNDO

Throughout the year, the Dana Point Harbor is a peaceful place for boating, recreation and relaxation. But on July 4, the water guns come out, and it’s every person for themselves.

As the clouds began to burn off, the harbor channel became a battlefield for the dozens of residents and visitors who took part in one of the town’s signature Independence Day traditions: the Dana Point Water Wars.

Individuals and groups of “warriors” took to their fishing boats, inflatable boats, canoes, kayaks and other watercraft to spray and splash each other

with water-soaking devices, or simply douse others by using buckets of water.

Local law enforcement even jumped into the fun, as deputies aboard the Orange County Sheriff’s Department Harbor Patrol boat sprayed participants.

And onlookers watching the ensuing battle from the Island Way Bridge couldn’t help but get into the mix by shooting off water guns and dumping water on those below.

Dana Point’s Fourth of July festivities wrapped up with the city’s annual fireworks display that lit up the night sky. DP

Diamond Dreams

MLB Draft presents many paths for hard-hitting Dana Point native Trent Caraway

BY ZACH CAVANAGH, DANA POINT TIMES

The possibilities will be endless for Dana Point native and JSerra graduate Trent Caraway when the 2023 MLB Draft kicks off with the first two rounds on Sunday, July 9, in Seattle, followed by rounds 3-10 on Monday, July 10, and rounds 11-20 on Tuesday, July 11.

This spring, Caraway was named the CIF-SS Division 1 Player of the Year, Gatorade State Baseball Player of the Year and The Capistrano Dispatch Co-Boys Athlete of the Year as he led the JSerra baseball team to its second consecutive CIF-SS championship.

On the Lions’ championship run, Caraway hit .462 with seven home runs, 11 doubles and 20 RBI and set the program’s single-season hits record with 49, which passed 2017 No. 1 overall pick Royce Lewis’ mark of 45 hits.

The MLB scouting report for Caraway describes him as “one of the better pure hitters among California prepsters” in this draft class. Keith Law of The Athletic

said that Caraway’s “swing itself is one of the best in the class, generating hard contact and loft.”

Nearly every draft report detailed that Caraway’s strong arm and size at 6-foot-2 and 205 pounds will likely land him defensively at third base, where he could handle the hot corner and make those cross-diamond throws.

All of his tangible abilities make Caraway one of the, if not the, best drafteligible prospects in Orange County high school baseball. Where there’s less consensus is where that actually slots him against the rest of the MLB Draft pool.

The 19-year-old Caraway is ranked No. 70 by MLB.com, while ESPN’s Kiley McDaniel has him at No. 39 on his Future Value scale. Perfect Game has Caraway at No. 38 among national high school products, but Law’s rankings for The Athletic have the infielder at No. 86 overall.

In his latest mock draft, Perfect Game’s Brian Sakowski had Caraway

going at No. 37 as a first-round competitive balance pick to the Detroit Tigers—a slot with a signing bonus value of $2.3 million.

However, predicting actual MLB draft picks outside of the very top is a complete crapshoot, as there are so many factors that go into baseball selections. One of those is that college commitments, as high school players can elect not to sign with the team that selects them, go to college and re-enter the draft later.

Caraway signed with Oregon State to potentially continue his athletic and academic career, and while $2.3 million is a considerable windfall, there is the opportunity for more for Caraway, either through just taking in the college experience or improving his draft stock.

In his draft capsule, Law of The Athletic said Caraway “could be a top-10 pick in two years as a draft-eligible sophomore if he hits like I expect in college.” That’s no small difference, as the No. 10 pick in this year’s draft has a slot value of $5.4 million.

Whether it’s in the first round, second round, third round or further down if teams hear that he’ll stick with his college commitment, the baseball world is wide open for Caraway. DP

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Dana Point native Trent Caraway set the single-season hits record for JSerra, as the Lions charged to their second consecutive CIF-SS Division 1 title. Photo: Zach Cavanagh

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Coastal Development Permit CDP22-0024, Site

Development Permit SDP22-0031, and Conditional Use Permit CUP22-0009: To demolish the existing garage and construct a detached 481 square foot two-car garage with a 747 square foot accessory living quarters on the second floor. The project also includes accessory site improvements including a trellis and entry steps to the primary residence and hardscape improvements. The project site is located within the Residential Beach Road 12 (RBR 12) Zone, Coastal Overlay (CZ), and within the Floodplain Overlay (FP3) Districts at 35567 Beach Road.

Project Numbers: CDP22-0024, SDP22-0031, CUP22-0009

Project Location: 35567 Beach Road (APN: 691-161-17)

Project Representative: Andrew Sieger, Project Manager

Applicant: Curtis and Debbie Brown

Environmental: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the project is found to be Categorically Exempt per Section 15303 (Class 3 –New Construction).

Hearing Date: Monday, July 24, 2023

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Hearing Location: 33282 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629 (Dana Point City Hall)

All persons either favoring or opposing the subject project are invited to present their views to the Commission at this hearing.

Note: This project may be appealed to the City Council. If you challenge the action taken on this proposal in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Dana Point prior to the public hearing. This project may also be appealed to the California Coastal Commission in accordance with Dana Point Municipal Code Section 9.69.090. The process includes but is not limited to contacting the Coastal Commission for the appropriate forms and instructions to file an appeal. Any litigation related to this project may be subject to the 90 day statute of limitations set forth in California Government Code section 1094.6 and/or 65009.

For further information, please contact John Ciampa at the City of Dana Point, Community Development Department, 33282 Golden Lantern, Suite 209, Dana Point, (949) 248-3591.

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Coastal Development Permit CDP22-0030 located at 34581 Camino Capistrano a request to construct of a 3,280 square foot, two-story, single-family dwelling on a vacant coastal bluff lot.

Project Numbers: CDP22-0030

Project Location: 34581 Camino Capistrano

Applicant: Wayne Lu, Amalgen Concepts

Owner: ETA Stone Development LLC

Environmental: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the project is categorically exempt per Section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines (Class 3) since the project includes the construction of a SFD on a

vacant, residentially zoned lot.

Hearing Date: Monday, July 24, 2023

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Hearing Location: 33282 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629 (Dana Point City Hall)

All persons either favoring or opposing this proposal are invited to present their views on the above referenced project to the Commission at this hearing.

Note: This project may be appealed to the City Council. If you challenge the action taken on this proposal in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Dana Point prior to the public hearing. Any litigation related to this project may be subject to the 90 day statute of limitations set forth in California Government Code section 1094.6 and/or 65009.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT a public hearing will be held by the Planning Commission of the City of Dana Point to consider the following:

Coastal Development Permit SDP22-0025 at 33861 Malaga Drive: A request for a Site Development Permit to allow the conversion of attached two-car garage into a 384 square foot one-bedroom Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) in association with an existing nonconforming two-story, multi-family dwelling pursuant to Dana Point Zoning Code Section 9.07.210(F) (1)(d). In accordance with Zoning Code Section 9.07.210 (F)(4)(b), an ADU may be contained within an existing garage of a multi-family dwelling.

Project Numbers: Site Development Permit SDP22-0025

Project Location: 33861 Malaga Drive (APN: 682263-17)

Applicant/Owner: Travis Mellem/Travis and Cora Mellem

Environmental: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the project is found to be Categorically Exempt per Section 15303(e) (Class 3 – New Construction or conversion of small structures) since the project consist of converting existing garage space into an ADU.

Hearing Date: Monday, July 24, 2023

Hearing Time: 6:00 PM (or as soon thereafter as possible)

Hearing Location: 33282 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629 (Dana Point City Hall)

All persons either favoring or opposing the subject project are invited to present their views to the Commission at this hearing.

Note: This project may be appealed to the City Council. If you challenge the action taken on this proposal in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Dana Point prior to the public hearing.

For further information, please contact Alyssa Gonzalez, Assistant Planner, at the City of Dana Point, Community Development Department, 33282 Golden Lantern, Suite 209, Dana Point, (949) 248-3556.

PUBLIC NOTICE

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Case No. FL000572

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Jeffrey Holland filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

Present Name

JEFFREY HOLLAND

Proposed Name

JEFFREY EASTMAN

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: 08/02/2023 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept: L74 Room: Remote Appearance. The address of the court is: Superior Court of California, County of Orange, Lamoreaux Justice Center, Orange, CA 92868-3205. Go to www.occourts.org/directory/family for remote/ in person hearing information. (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the courts website, go to www.courts. ca.gov/find-my-court.htm.)

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: 06/12/2023

JUDGE JULIE A. PALAFOX, Supervising Judge, Family Law, Judge of the Superior Court

Published: Dana Point Times June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 2023

The Value of Surfing

Why don’t San Clemente and Dana Point do a better job of celebrating surfing?

BY JAKE HOWARD, DANA POINT TIMES

As we celebrate the Fourth of July this week and red, white and blue flags blow in the breeze, indulge me on a brief, patriotic rant—albeit with a local twist.

Every week before I sit down to write this column, I type the word “surfing” into the Google machine and spend a few minutes combing through news headlines to make sure I’m not missing anything worth reporting.

This week, when I performed that exercise, a headline reading, “Global Surfing Boards Market to Reach $4 Billion by 2030,” showed up on Yahoo Finance. The report notes that in seven years, the U.S. surf market is expected to reach $1.1 billion per year.

In 2012, the Surfrider Foundation released a “surfonomics” report that found the Trestles area of San Clemente was responsible for generating $26 million per year for the city. Published more than a decade ago, it would be fascinating to see what that number is today after the COVID-19 boom that saw record numbers of people flock to the sea.

Point is, both in terms of participation and business, surfing continues to grow in new and exciting ways, and nowhere in the United States is better situated to take advantage of this growth than the San Clemente and Dana Point areas.

Now, I’m not saying we want this area to turn into Huntington Beach and sell its soul to a slogan like “Surf City USA,” but given how important wave-riding is

GROMS OF THE WEEK

BY JAKE HOWARD

to our local communities and economy, we could do a lot more to capitalize on it than we do.

This September will mark the third consecutive year the Rip Curl WSL Finals crowns the surfing world champions on our shores. Basically, the Super Bowl of surfing comes to San Clemente, and it’s largely ignored by city officials.

Shouldn’t it be a massive celebration in town that attracts surf fans from around the world? So far that hasn’t happened; we’ll see what goes down in a few months.

The two top-rated men in the world, Filipe Toledo and Griffin Colapinto, are both San Clemente residents. Five-time world champ Carissa Moore calls Lowers one of her favorite waves in the world.

We have more surfers on the Championship Tour and Qualifying Series than any other city in the country. We also have world champion-caliber longboarders at Doheny and San Onofre. And a dive into the high school and junior high ranks shows just how deep the area’s talent flows.

From Hobie, to Infinity, Timmy Patterson, to Bill Stewart, to Matt Biolos and beyond, the amount of shaping talent in South Orange County is unparalleled. Some of the best surfboards on the planet are made right here in our backyard.

Internationally respected brands including Lost, The Surfer’s Journal, and Electric Sunglasses were born and grew up here.

The Surfrider Foundation, the nation’s

most powerful surfing-inspired environmental organization, is headquartered here, as is USA Surfing, the governing body of America’s Olympic surfing program.

The Surfing Heritage and Culture Center houses the most comprehensive collection of historic surfboards on Earth.

Everywhere you look, there are amazing people doing amazing things and running amazing organizations.

To be sure, Dana Point has done an amazing job with the statues at Waterman’s Plaza. They are unquestionably stunning works of art that speak to the area’s rich surfing heritage. But that’s about all either town has going for it in terms of celebrating the long-standing tradition of surfing.

Where are the Walks of Fame? Where are the Chambers of Commerce creating events to support the local surf businesses? What are the City Councils doing?

Off the top of my head, let’s throw a street fair in San Clemente’s “Surf Ghetto,” where all the surfboard makers can showcase what they do. Bring in some

food trucks, skate ramps and bands, and you’ve got something special. Just a thought.

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 several 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. DP

SURF FORECAST

Water Temperature: 61-62 Degrees

Water Visibility: 4-6’

There’s so much joy to be had in watching a young, up-and-coming surfer elevate their game and hit their stride. It’s been pretty clear for a while that Rex Hennings is brimming with talent, but over the past month, he’s definitely leveled up.

Just finishing his sophomore year of high school with a 3.7 GPA, Hennings just turned 16 and is the proud owner of a freshly minted driver’s license. Right after turning 16, he was in the thick of things at the U.S.A. Surfing Championships at Lowers.

Surfing in the Under 18 and Under 16 divisions, he powered through some tough competition to take fourth place in the Under 16s.

Prior to that, Hennings joined a crew of the country’s best, young surfers at the Surf Ranch in Lemoore for a Rip Curl GromSearch event. Scoring a perfect 10 on one wave, Hennings came away with the GromSearch crown, a $600 check for best maneuver and a new custom shape from Lost Surfboards.

Up next, Hennings is headed to Bali this month to film a part in an upcoming surf movie project. DP If you have a candidate for Grom of the Week, we want to know. Send an email to jakehoward1@gmail.com.

Outlook: Easing south swell on Friday with more chest-head high (3-5’) waves in the morning, while best breaks are still overhead (6-7’). Look for a slow fade in surf through the weekend. Wind and overall conditions on Friday will be similar to Saturday, with some south wind and crumble/bump for the morning on Saturday.

From Phil Edwards’ timeless style in the early ’60s (pictured here) to today’s high-flyers at Lowers, the San Clemente and Dana Point surf tradition runs deep—so why don’t we celebrate it more? Photo: Courtesy of Bruce Brown Films

Rex Hennings. Photo: Courtesy of the Hennings Family