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VOLUME 7, ISSUE 39

Meet the Candidates for South Coast Water District Five hopefuls are vying for two open seats on the SCWD Board of Directors E Y E O N D P/ PAG E 4

As election season gets underway, candidates for the South Coast Water District began engaging with the public, as seen here at a Dana Point Civic Association candidate forum on Friday, Sept. 19. Photo: Andrea Swayne

Del Prado Improvements and Change to Two-way Traffic Gets Thumbs Up EYE ON DP/PAGE 3

Gloria Dei Church Remodel Approved with Conditions EYE ON DP/PAGE 3

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Gloria Dei Lutheran Church expansion plan rendering. Courtesy: City of Dana Point

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Five things Dana Point should know this week New Construction at Gloria Dei Church Approved THE LATEST: The Dana Point Planning Commission voted unanimously on Monday to approve conditional use and site development permits for the demolition of one building, construction of four new structures and parking lot changes at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church.

The permit for the church, located at 33501 Stonehill Drive, includes plans to demolish the existing Fellowship Hall, convert the current sanctuary to administration offices, construct a new sanctuary, preschool, gymnasium, elevator tower, a carillon tower (bell tower) and a columbarium (a cemetery wall that would inter the cremated remains of church members).

The project will increase seating in the sanctuary from 192 to 331 and parking spaces from 104 to 146.

Four members of the public spoke against portions of the project—the columbarium and carillon tower—calling them undesirable due to the possibility of the bells creating unwelcome noise and the “cemetery” wall having negative effects on quality of life and home property values.

They also had a problem with receiving the public notice from the city only a few days before the meeting and the use of the unfamiliar words “columbarium” and “carillon tower.”

Parag Gondhalekar, whose house is situated near the border of the church’s 3.4-acre campus, said without those two elements, he would be in support of the Dana Point Times September 26-October 2, 2014

project and called the use of the words as “sneaky.”

“If it had been made clear (the words mean bell tower and structure with niches that hold funeral urns) more residents would have come to this meeting,” he said.

Other citizens voiced concern over the possibility of increased traffic in the area due to the expansion.

Pastor David Mattson said he did not expect the columbarium to be controversial, as it is a fairly common element at churches.

John Adams, a member of the church, noted the existing bell has rung on Sundays for 50 years with no complaints.

The applicant asked for no height variances, a fact that commissioners said weighed in favorably in their decision to approve, along with the overall beauty of the project.

The planning staff report found no impacts in studies done for traffic, air, water and noise and recommended the plan for commission approval.

WHAT’S NEXT: The commission approved the permits with the conditions that the church work with community development staff to come up with formal restrictions on bell ringing, roughly limited to services and special occasions, and that a separate application for the columbarium be brought back at another time.

FIND OUT MORE: The full staff report, including detailed architectural drawings for the project are available on the city’s website, www.danapoint.org. —Andrea Swayne

Edison to Host Decommissioning Education Meeting

educational event to be held Monday, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the San Juan Capistrano Community Center, 25925 Camino del Avion.

Edison announced in June 2013 that it would be closing the plant, which had been shut down since January 2012 following issues with its steam generator tubes.

The decommissioning process is expected to take several decades.

The utility has created a Community Engagement Panel made up of elected officials from Orange and San Diego counties, as well as representatives from the environmental and business communities and other stakeholders. Past meetings of the CEP have focused on the timeline for decommissioning and long term storage of spent nuclear fuel.

WHAT’S NEXT: The next Edison CEP meeting will be held on Thursday, Oct. 9 at 6 p.m. at the San Juan Capistrano Community Center and will focus on emergency planning and preparedness during the decommissioning process.– Jim Shilander

Major Closure Begins for I-5/Ortega Project THE LATEST: The southbound Interstate 5 on-ramp at Ortega Highway will be closed for the next five weeks, the second of a series of major closures in the California Department of Transportation’s massive interchange project.

The closure began Monday, Sept. 22 to allow Caltrans construction crews to realign and widen the ramp. Traffic on Ortega Highway will be detoured toward the southern Camino Capistrano ramps, using La Novia Avenue and San Juan Creek Road, or to the northern Junipero Serra ramps by way of Rancho Viejo Road.

WHAT’S NEXT: Following the closure, Ortega, from the bridge to Del Obispo Street, will be closed for three weeks as crews work to realign the highway to curve into Del Obispo. No pedestrian access or westbound traffic will be allowed over the bridge during this time.

That will be followed by a reduction of Ortega, from El Camino Real to Del Obispo, to one lane in each direction for four weeks.

FIND OUT MORE: Log on to www.ortega.dot.ca.gov. – Brian Park

THE LATEST: Residents with questions about the decommissioning of San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station will have the opportunity to speak with Southern California Edison employees and get information on the decommissioning process at an

$7.7 Million Del Prado Project Gets Thumbs Up THE LATEST: The Dana Point City Council voted 3-2 to approve spending $7.7 million for streetscape improvements and the conversion of Del Prado Avenue to two-way

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traffic as part of the overall Town Center/ Lantern District revitalization plan.

Mayor Lisa Bartlett and Councilman Scott Schoeffel cast the two “no” votes.

Bartlett was concerned about the project drawing down city reserves, Schoeffel about a lack of protection from future down-zoning and up-zoning.

Councilmen Steven Weinberg, Bill Brough and Carlos Olvera voted in favor to avoid losing momentum on the project and the potential for lost revenue that could come as a result.

City Manager Doug Chotkevys advised against a suggestion to approve only the change to two-way traffic, at an estimated cost of $2.153 million. Splitting the project up may cut costs on the short term but in the long run, bidding other improvements separately would cost the city about $1 million more, he said.

“There is no $2.153 million option in front of City Council now,” Chotkevys said, adding that if the council did not like the bid, they should reject it and re-bid.

A $5.6 million contract, covering a majority of the plan, was awarded to GMC Engineering, Inc. The city recently completed the conversion of the stretch of Pacific Coast Highway running through the Town Center/ Lantern District to two-way traffic.

WHAT’S NEXT: Provided the South Coast Water District finishes its underground infrastructure improvements in November, as scheduled, completion of Del Prado is expected by September of 2015.—AS

Majestic Mixed-Use Lantern District Project Hearing Continued THE LATEST: The Dana Point Planning Commission on Monday voted 4-0 to continue the public hearing for the first major mixed-use development proposed in the Town Center/Lantern District.

Commissioner Liz Claus recused due to her home’s close proximity to the project.

The project, which calls for 30,000 square feet of retail space and 111 residential units to be built on seven lots, was proposed by Majestic Housing and Development LLC. Staff asked for the continuance after discovering some inaccuracies in the proposal that needed to be corrected by the applicant, said Ursula Luna-Reynosa, director of community development.

WHAT’S NEXT: Hearing on the item is set to resume at the next Planning Commission meeting on Oct. 6, 6 p.m. at the Community Center, 34052 Del Obispo in Dana Point.—AS www.danapointtimes.com

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Meet the Candidates: South Coast Water District

BY ANDREA SWAYNE, THE DANA POINT TIMES

F

ive candidates have thrown their hats in the ring to compete for two open seats on the South Coast Water District Board of Directors at the Nov. 4 General Election.

The terms of two directors, Richard Runge and Bob Moore are up this year.

Runge was elected to the board in 2000 and will not be seeking reelection. Moore has served on the board for a total of 15 years.

Board members are elected to four-year terms and there are no term limits for the five-member body.

The terms of current directors Wayne Rayfield, Dick Dietmeier and Rick Erkeneff run through 2016.

With campaigning well underway, the hopefuls have already been booked to appear at candidate forums and meet and greets. Their first appearance in Dana Point was a forum hosted by the Dana Point Civic Association at the Dana Point Harbor on Sept. 18. That event was followed by a candidates’ reception hosted by the South Orange County Economic Coalition at the Orange County Association of Realtors in Laguna Hills.

SCWD provides water and sewer services to 40,000 residents, 1,000 businesses and more than three million visitors a year in Dana Point, South Laguna and areas of San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano.

Below are the official candidate statements, unedited and presented in alphabetical order.

NORM DENTON Planning Commissioner South County is my priority. I’m concerned about the cost of water.

I will focus on keeping our water usage and rates as low as possible.

I have been a south county resident for 20 years and planning commissioner for over 16 years. I want to utilize my experience in project and planning as a director of the South Coast Water District. We cannot afford to be irresponsible with poor planning and wasteful projects. I will work to prioritize an aging infrastructure and develop cost effective localized water solutions.

My background as a successful business owner and executive of a public company have given me the tools to protect the taxpayer and develop fiscally

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Five candidates begin campaigning in the race for two open seats on the South Coast Water District Board of Directors. Photo by: ©iStock.com/nattrass

responsible water management.

We need a new set of eyes with a fresh vision on this water board. If elected, I will bring a new generation of water conservation awareness to the South Coast Water District. The Districts new RFP bidding process will give the taxpayers the best responsible fiscal bid. I will uphold and support that process for the taxpayers.

If you want fresh water, a fresh perspective and fresh ideas, vote Norm Denton for South Coast Water District.

DENNIS ERDMAN Civil Engineer My name is Dennis Erdman, and I am seeking your support and vote for SCWD Board of Directors. I have over twenty-five years of management experience in the water and wastewater field. I’m a registered Civil Engineer. My career focused on water and wastewater in California. The South Coast area faces many challenges in providing the vital water services customers depend on. My background and experience in this field gives me solid footing to help shape decisions that directly affect your water bill and water reliability. I’ll work to ensure the SCWD is taking steps to maintain their infrastructure, is prepared for emergencies, and is delivering the best value and customer service possible, while remaining sensitive to the customer’s pocketbook. The drought we are currently experiencing should be evidence enough that we cannot take water for granted. Water is a precious resource that needs to be managed in a manner that serves customer’s needs and is sensitive to the environment.

Thank you for your consideration.

RICHARD GARDNER Community Volunteer The drought is real and we must be prepared!

As we conserve more water our bills will increase. We can do Page 4

more to provide cost efficient service to our customers. The district should implement an allocation rate structure, and consider forming more efficient governance structures to get things done. Ocean desalination has been discussed for years but where’s the project!

We must develop our local water resources. Regional desalination of groundwater, freshwater runoff and ocean water must be added to our water sources. Over 10,000,000 gal of treated wastewater is discharged to the ocean each day. Future water projects could include indirect potable reuse of recycled water to recharge our aquifer. Increase production of recycled water to preserve our precious drinking water.

As conservation becomes mandatory, an allocation based rate structure is a fair way to promote water savings. Many agencies provide residents with the water they need for the number of people and weather conditions not just an arbitrary tiered pricing system.

See: http://www.Sustainablewaterrates. com The SCWD Sewer Tunnel project, $90,000,000, should be paid for by customers proportional to the benefit received.

I promise to work hard for reliable water supplies, no spills and control costs.

Thanks, gardnerforwaterboard@gmail. com.

WILLIAM L. (BILL) GREEN Engineering Consultant/Farmer As a Member of the California Regional Water Quality Board, I worked to protect the quality, safety and sustainability of our community’s water.

As your South Coast Water District Board Member, I’ll fight to keep water rates low, and I’ll continue to work to protect the high-quality of our water.

In a time of drought and major infrastructure planning, SCWD needs a demonstrated leader on water issues, who understands water

infrastructure projects. Strategic planning for water sustainability, conservation and production has never been more important.

As an Engineering Consultant, I’ve worked to build water resources for Southern California water agencies for 40 years. I also served as a County Flood Control and Water Conservation District Commissioner.

An Avocado Farmer for 33 years, I’m experienced with agricultural water management and conservation practices, and committed to conservation.

Rising water rates have personally affected me in recent years.

I will apply my experience as a small business owner to ensure efficient operation of our agency to keep rates low.

I am a Veteran and an Eagle Scout.

I’m asking you for your vote because I have the experience to make a difference, and you can count on me to keep rates low.

BOB MOORE Retired Businessman Simplistic Facts Who: Bob Moore 55 years business experience, 37 years D.P. Resident, 30 years Community Volunteer, Lifetime Member VFW #9934, Citizen of Year Dana Point 2000.

What: Bob Moore as V.P. and Chair of Finance/Administration Committee, while working harmoniously with other Directors and reinvigorated Staff has accomplished: Development of second local well ensuring you having some water during droughts.

Ocean desalination, conservation absolute, is in the works.

Partnered with others for more water in reservoir storage.

Reducing annual payroll $1,200,000.00 (12% reduction.)

Reduced consultation services.

Cross trained personnel.

Ensured timely, cost effective, necessar y infrastructure repairs or replacement.

Developed more recycled water to save potable water.

Tends to your business of two extremely important functions: quality potable water and collection of wastewater efficiently, effectively, and at reasonable costs.

When: November 4th Vote (or mail-in ballot) for Bob, one Moore time.

My promise is that I will continue to represent you and every ratepayer (who are the owners) to the best of my ability.

Contact: bobmooresr@icloud.com.

I am responsive and accountable.

Any endorsement of my candidacy to your friends, along with your vote,will help elect me, one Moore time.

Thank you, Bob Moore. www.danapointtimes.com

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DP Sheriff’s Blotter COMPILED BY STEVE SOHANAKI

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

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Monday, September 22 SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES Dana Point Harbor Drive/Puerto Place (7:10 p.m.)

A man in dark clothing was seen in a parking lot near the Ocean Institute pulling stuff out of a truck. He then poured liquid on the pile of things on the ground as if he might be preparing to set them on fire.

DISTURBANCE Cordova Drive, 24600 Block (7:01 p.m.) A patrol check was requested for kids being really loud while using a skateboard ramp.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES Pacific Coast Highway, 34300 Block (9:22 a.m.) A homeless man was seen sleeping by Jack’s Surfboards covered in a blanket.

NEWS BITES COMPILED BY ANDREA SWAYNE

Skatepark of Dana Point to Hold Public Meeting Skatepark of Dana Point will host a meet and greet and Q & A session at The Point Restaurant & Bar on Friday, September 26 at 6 p.m.

All Dana Point residents who are supportive of, or have concerns about, building a skatepark in Dana Point are welcome to attend.

Representatives from planning, design and build team Spohn Ranch Skateparks will discuss what it takes to build a community skatepark and answer questions.

SPDP is also looking for individuals who are willing to help with their grassroots efforts to get a skatepark built in the City of Dana Point.

The Point is located at 34085 Pacific Coast Highway. For more information, email skateparkofdanapoint@gmail.com.

Surterre Properties Hosting Mega Open House In an effort to help buyers streamline their search for the perfect home, Surterre Dana Point Times September 26-October 2, 2014

in their backyard and “doing more than drinking.”

CITIZEN ASSIST Malaga Drive, 33800 Block (4:53 a.m.) A caller complained to police that his neighbor’s alarm clock was too loud for his liking.

Friday, September 19

Saturday, September 20 SUSPICIOUS PERSON IN VEHICLE Vista Del Mar, 26700 Block (1:01 p.m.) A man was seen “rolling joints” in a silver Honda Civic and then placing them on a McDonald’s bag.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES Dana Point Harbor Drive, 24800 Block (12:56 p.m.) A caller reported seeing three people who appeared to be homeless smoking illegal drugs on the benches near the hotel.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES Doheny Park Road, 34000 Block (11:08 a.m.) A man told police that his neighbor was selling drugs to underage kids. He couldn’t give further details because he didn’t want his neighbor to hear him calling.

WELFARE CHECK Crown Valley Parkway/ Pacific Coast Highway (9:53 a.m.) A caller reported seeing a man purposely running into traffic. The caller said the man was possibly a “mental case” because his “eyes looked crazy.”

DISTURBANCE-MUSIC OR PARTY Malaga Drive, 33800 Block (12:02 a.m.) A caller complained to police about neighbors partying Properties is once again holding a mega open house event The event will showcase more than 100 properties over the weekend of October 4 and 5.

From grand estates and ocean view retreats to custom homes and remodels, this mega open house aims to show the wide range of available properties with styles and price points for every buyer.

“We’re holding our fourth Orange County Open House Event to help buyers see just how many wonderful homes they have to choose from right now,” said Gary Legrand, president and CEO. “We want them to find what they’re looking for, and find it easily and efficiently by having our agents show as many of their listings as possible during this weekend.”

For more information, visit www. surterreopenhouseevent.com or follow Surterre on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, LinkedIn, Instagram and Pinterest for updates.

Velzy Surf Classic and Luau Saturday at Doheny The Doheny Longboard Surfing Association is hosting their 25th annual Dale Velzy Surf Classic and Luau at Doheny State Beach, 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

The events start with a surf contest be-

TRAFFIC HAZARD Pacific Coast Highway/Selva Road (6:39 p.m.) A small dog was trying to cross the street but instead got stuck in the median of the road.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES Golden Lantern Street/Del Prado (6:24 p.m.) A caller told police that a man she spoke to at the bus stop said he was going to rob a nearby Ralphs and then go to prison in a week.

VANDALISM IN PROGRESS Doheny Park Road, 3400 Block (1:27 a.m.) A caller complained to police that the “whole area is getting tagged up right now.”

Thursday, September 18

in the black out stage with the alcohol.

Wednesday, September 17 HIT AND RUN PARKED CAR Dana Point Harbor Drive/Golden Lantern Street (8:57 p.m.)

A blonde lady who had been drinking at Wind & Sea Restaurant hit another vehicle in the parking lot and drove off through the main exit.

RECKLESS DRIVING Del Obispo Street/Pacific Coast Highway (3:51 p.m.) Two men in a white sedan nearly hit skateboarding children crossing the sidewalk before pulling into a gas station.

WELFARE CHECK Kitts Street, 0 Block (10:20 a.m.) A woman told police she was worried for her 57-year-old coworker who was ill for a few days and had not been heard from since Monday morning.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES Dana Point Harbor Drive/Golden Lantern Street (8:53 a.m.) A man was throwing large pointed sticks in the area. The caller said the man was “not in his mind.”

BATTERY Domingo Avenue, 25800 Block (8:42 a.m.) A homeless man told police he was hit in the face and had his belongings stolen by a man who possibly works at the nearby vet office. The caller said he was in an alley when the incident took place.

DRUNK DRIVING Bowsprit Drive/Palo Alto Street (12:15 a.m.) A caller told police his landlord just left their building “barely able to walk” and was driving his car possibly to a nearby liquor store. The caller also said his landlord had a concussion and is

ASSIST OUTSIDE AGENCY Nottingham Way, 33300 Block (5:21 a.m.) A woman told police she spoke to a woman who was four months pregnant, “emo” and making vague statements about taking prescription meds and chasing them with coffee.

Community Meetings TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

Homeless Task Force Meeting Graphic courtesy DLSA

2 p.m. Dana Point City Hall, 33282 Golden Lantern, Ste. 212. See the agenda online at www.danapoint.org.

tween DLSA and another California longboard club, followed by traditional luau food, Polynesian dancers, contest awards and music at picnic areas A and B. Dinner will be served from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The $75 dollar contest entry fee includes the luau. Prices for the luau only are $30 for adults, $20 for kids 6-12 and kids 5 and under are free.

For more information, visit the DLSA website at www.dohenylongboardsurfingassociation.org .

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1

Have something interesting for the community? Tell us about awards, events, happenings, accomplishments and more.

We’ll put your submissions into “News Bites.” Send your information to editorial@danapointtimes.com.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7

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Monarch Beach Sunrise Rotary Club

7 a.m.–8:30 a.m.Breakfast meeting each Wednesday at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa, 25135 Park Lantern, Dana Point, www.monarchbeachrotary.com.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 6

Planning Commission Meeting

6 p.m. Dana Point Community Center, 34052 Del Obispo Street, www.danapoint.org.

City Council Meeting

6 p.m. Dana Point Community Center, 34052 Del Obispo Street, 949.248.3501, www.danapoint.org. www.danapointtimes.com

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Business Beat News from Dana Point’s business community

BY ANDREA SWAYNE

Now Open EVOLVE PERSONALIZED FITNESS 24582 Del Prado Ave., Dana Point 949.661.1213 www.evolvefitnessdp.com After selling his gym, Kardia Fitness, in August 2013, Scott Newton had a secure management position at Lifetime Athletic in Laguna Niguel. About a year later, Newton wasn’t as fulfilled with his new position as he had hoped and longed to return to personalized fitness.

That’s when he decided to get his old gym back, rebrand it and start over.

“I missed the aspect of gym ownership and personal relationships that help people get results,” Newton said.

After he took back Kardia Fitness from the man he had sold it to about a year earlier, he changed the name to Evolve Personalized Fitness and based the new business on offering a different style of training.

Dr. Mark Kofford and Dr. Jeannine Kofford (fifth and sixth from the left) take a group photo with their staff at StillWater Spirits and Sounds during a celebration of winning a prestigious aesthetics award and customer appreciation party. Photo: Andrea Swayne

managed by training a maximum of five clients for one to three days per week.

For Newton, the dynamics of training in a small group make a substantial difference in helping clients attain the results the desire.

A client will usually sign up for a 16week program after receiving a personalized assessment of their fitness goals and preferences. Clients will be assigned to an appropriate program based on their fitness level so they can reach their goals as safely as possible, Newton said.—Steve Sohanaki

Kudos

Scott Newton, formerly owner of Kardia Fitness is back at the same location with his new venture, Evolve Personalized Fitness. Photo: Steve Sohanaki

“Our focus now is on semi-private coaching,” Newton said. “Before it was basic memberships, personal training and boot camp style classes. Semi-private is better, safer and more efficient.”

The semi-private coaching system is

News Next Door WHAT’S GOING ON IN OUR NEIGHBORING TOWNS

SAN CLEMENTE The city of San Clemente celebrated the completion of one of the largest public works projects in the city’s history Thursday, opening the expansion of the city’s recycled water plant.

The expansion is the third largest city project in history at $25.1 million and expands the city’s recycled water system by Dana Point Times September 26-October 2, 2014

RIVIERA LASER STUDIOS 24582 Del Prado Ave., Dana Point 949.240.4291 www.rivieralaser.com The husband and wife team of Dr. Mark Kofford, MD Ph.D and Dr. Jeannine Kofford, MD, owners of Riviera Laser Studios, were recently honored with the Best Facial Injectable Enhancement award for 2014 at THE Aesthetic Show in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Juried by a panel of some of the world’s nine miles of pipeline and more than doubles its capacity for water reclamation.

Recycled water is primarily used in place of potable water in such areas as irrigation and cooling buildings. The project sought to expand the use of recycled water in areas east of Interstate 5, like the Rancho San Clemente Business Park. $6.2 million of the funds came from grants from the state, the federal Environmental Protection Agency and the Metropolitan Water District.

best aesthetic physicians and surgeons, Dr. Jeannine’s before and after photos of a non-surgical revitalization using only injectable enhancements was chosen as best among a talented field of practitioners.

“I was very surprised because we actually got an award last year, so I thought there was no way they’d pick me again,” Dr. Jeannine said. “I was extremely honored and happy to get another one.”

To celebrate the honor and show appreciation for their patients, Drs. Mark and Jeannine hosted a customer appreciation party on Sept. 12 at StillWater Spirits & Sounds, with free product giveaways, food and beverages.

The doctors spoke, thanking patients and staff for their support for which the 14-year longevity of their practice in Dana Point is attributed.

“The people we have working for us, have really grown with us. They have the same passion and love for what we do and for our patients. I think it really comes through from the beginning to the end. From the time someone answers the phone, or you walk through the door, everyone in our office loves and cares for our patients and wants to look out for

them,” Dr. Mark said. “I would also like to thank our patients for all the years of trust and loyalty.”

Patients also took the stage, speaking highly of the two. Patients gave them kudos for the positive change treatment has made in their lives and in admiration of the voluntary work the Drs. Kofford have done in South America, Africa and Asia providing medical care and skin rescue to children and families in need.

Riviera Laser Studios specializes in minimally invasive laser and surgical techniques including injectable fillers, skin tightening, facial re-contouring, lip augmentation, eyelid rejuvenation and mole and spot removal for men and women. Dr. Mark holds a doctoral degree in wound healing and collagen rejuvenation.

The Koffords have also become well known as trainers of other doctors in the field.

“We’re a mom and pop shop in Dana Point. We love Dana Point and love what we do,” Dr. Jeannine said. “We want our patients to be 100 percent happy. We treat them like family and do our very best to meet their expectations.”—Andrea Swayne

The city will take an additional three years for the city’s water customers to convert to use recycled water.

increased demands from his work necessitated the decision.

Acho’s name will still appear on the ballot, however. The deadline to officially withdraw from the race passed Aug. 8.

The ballot order was officially set by a random drawing by the Secretary of State on Aug. 14. The ballot will be presented in the following order: Jan Siegel, Derek Reeve, Pam Patterson, Acho, John Taylor, Robert Williams, Stephanie Frisch, Kerry Ferguson and Larry Kramer.

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO The race for three seats on the San Juan Capistrano City Council is down to eight candidates after Gregory Acho announced Wednesday, September 3 he would be withdrawing from the race.

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DP SOAPBOX Dana Point

VIEWS, OPINIONS AND INSIGHTS

Letters to the Editor

LEARN THE TRUTH AND MARCH FOR PEACE KARLA MUNDO, Dana Point

On Sunday, Sept. 21, during the International Day of Peace Celebration, friends joined us in our family’s effort to bring awareness to the importance of peace for those countries in conflict, and the need for a March for Peace & Unity in the communities of Dana Point and Laguna Beach.

On this day, people in England, Canada, Florida and many other places across the United States and the world were united for the same purpose. Global March for Peace is a grassroots movement on Facebook designed to encourage people to stand up for peace.

Our family in particular has been concerned about the conflict in Gaza and the one-sided story that has been portrayed in mainstream media. For that reason, after the walk, we attended a conference in Laguna Beach by Israeli peace activist and author Miko Peled.

At this very gripping and eye opening conference, we learned that: • There is a myth that two countries are at war: Israel and Palestine. There is only one government, one army, one state—the state of Israel, which maintains an oppressive policy against all Palestinians in Palestine.

• The backing that our government offers to Israel is morally wrong because in helping only Israelis we are supporting apartheid and ethnic cleansing that started in 1948, when 40,000 armed men in Israel forced half of the Palestinians into exile.

• By not being informed, we are supporting the plan of Israelis to take over 80 percent of Palestine, which led to the displacement of close to one million Palestinians and the destruction of towns and cities by Israeli militia back in 1948.

• If we do not understand what happened in 1948, we cannot understand what is happening today in Gaza. It is morally wrong to keep refugees (for almost 70 years) in a little strip of land. Furthermore, there has never been a militia threat in Gaza because there has never been an army or a tank in Gaza.

• We, as Americans, can change the fate of Palestinians by demanding that our government promote democracy, freedom and equality for Israelis and Palestinians alike. We do not want to support the oppression and occupation that the State of Israel has imposed upon another nation.

• If there is only one army, the army of Israel, there is no need for peace talks because there are not two countries at war. There is only one state maintaining a Dana Point Times September 26–October 2, 2014

brutal oppression. This dilemma calls for all of us Americans to voice our concern while working together to bring freedom and democracy to Palestinians.

Because we believe walking for peace and unity is necessary, we want to invite our Dana Point community to join the March for Peace & Unity on Facebook. Visit www.facebook.com/ events/549709168489026 or search “Global March for Peace & Unity Dana Point.”

We all are invited to learn why we should care about America’s Relationship with Israel at www.ifamericansknew.org, www.mondoweiss.net and www.jewishvoiceforpeace.org

LANTERN DISTRICT ‘IMPROVEMENTS’ A DISASTER BARBARA MERRIMAN, Dana Point

Dear Citizens of Dana Point, If you have not already driven along the new two-way Pacific Coast Highway through our city’s newly christened “Lantern District,” you should. Then you should decide how to avoid this part of town in the future for your driving, bicycling and walking safety and sanity. Lanes are ridiculously narrow, the unrelenting rows

bustling arterial.

I understand that the city has already spent roughly $10 million on the Pacific Coast Highway improvements and now plans to spend almost $8 million more to build similar amenities on Del Prado.

This costly construction was supposed to attract new development projects for the Lantern District, but at this point, there seems to be little evidence to inspire much hope that such projects will be built anytime soon, if ever.

Hats off to the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce and the Town Center Committee, two of the loudest proponents of this disaster, and their staunch supporters on the Dana Point City Council: Steven Weinberg, Bill Brough and Carlos Olvera. They will surely reap what they have sown.

DOHENY HOTEL: APATHY HAS SET IN WAYNE VIA, Dana Point

Frustrating. That’s the only way to describe the Sept. 16 City Council meeting.

Over one hundred citizens of Dana Point gathered at the Community Center and waited patiently for their turn to speak to the council concerning the Doheny Hotel project. The speakers were eloquent and

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A group of friends and family of Karla Mundo of Dana Point, gathered on Saturday, Sept. 13 at Strand Vista Park to march for peace and unity in observance of the International Day of Peace. Photo: Courtesy

of palm trees (which will surely drop fronds on unsuspecting drivers and pedestrians) dwarf the new sidewalks. It is obvious that four constricted lanes of two-way traffic will never hold up to any holiday or seasonal traffic demands. It’s bad enough right now in the middle of the week day.

The natural bypass for this contrived traffic bottleneck—one-way Del Prado Avenue—has virtually disappeared overnight. No one will be fooled by the new signs directing drivers down Del Prado to reach the Ocean Institute, Dana Point Harbor and Doheny State Beach. All of these popular destinations are far more accessible using alternate routes and we can see that new traffic patterns are already emerging. With traffic vanishing along one-way Del Prado, can a steep decline in business volume along that corridor be far behind? As if that isn’t bad enough, the Del Prado traffic situation should worsen considerably in the coming months as the city begins to tear up that street to install even more pricey sidewalks, palm trees and traffic medians on this formerly Page 10

brought up their concerns both pro and con, but when the time came for the City Council to finally vote on the issue, they decided not to decide.

Councilman Weinberg thought that the city should give developer another three weeks. After all they have only had seven years to design the project. Even the city’s own staff pleaded with the council to finally make a decision.

I can only assume that the members of the council have already made up their minds and hope that by dragging the issue on and on, eventually the citizens will lose interest, so that they can do as they please.

I know that after sitting through three excruciatingly long Planning Commission meetings and one eventless City Council meeting, apathy has finally set in.

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YOUR SEVEN-DAY EVENT PLANNER

The List

What’s going on in and around town this week COMPILED BY STAFF

Friday | 26 POUL PEDERSEN 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Taste blends from the West Coast’s smallest, finest wineries accompanied by vibrant small plates and live music. Wine tastings run from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. each Friday. DaVine Food & Wine, 34673 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.493.4044, www.davine-wine.com.

WHITNEY SHAY AND THE JUJU CASTERS 7:30 p.m.-11 p.m. Live music at Iva Lee’s.

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

MIKE HAMILTON 7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Live music at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com.

AROMATHERAPY YOGA 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Elevate all your senses at this gentle yoga class featuring essential oils for cancer prevention. Donation based.

Funds donated will be given to the Cancer Research Center. Sun Salute Yoga, 24582 Del Prado Ave., Dana Point, (949) 371-6097.

Saturday | 27 DANA POINT FARMERS MARKET 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Seasonal produce, flowers and much more at La Plaza Park each Saturday. 949.248.3500, www.danapoint.org.

SOLAR WORKSHOP 11 a.m.-noon. An informational workshop on solar technology, federal tax credits, incentives, case studies, how to pick a solar contractor and the Orange County Solar Program at the San Juan Capistrano Community Center, 25925 Camino Del Avion. Includes lunch. To RSVP, call 1.800.SULLIVAN or visit www.ocsolarprogram.com.

SATURDAY MOVIES IN THE PARK Dusk. The San Juan Capistrano Equestrian Coalition invites families to enjoy the film Secretariat at the Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park, 30753 La Pata Road, San Juan Capistrano. For more info, call 949.234.1696 or visit www.sjcec.org.

BLUEGRASS AFTERNOON 4 p.m. Laguna Beach Live! presents an evening of bluegrass at The Ranch at Laguna Beach. Solo mandolinist Evan Dana Point Times September 26-October 2, 2014

brillo Playhouse, 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente, 949.492.0465, www.cabrilloplayhouse.org.

Marshall performs at 4 p.m., followed by the Barefoot Movement, award winners at the 2013 Telluride Bluegrass Festival. The Ranch will be serving barbecue. Advance concert tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for kids 12 and under. The price goes up $5 at the door. Advance dinner is $20 per person or $22 at the door. Reserved table seating costs $80 and includes the concert, food and a donation to outreach programs. 31106 Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach. To purchase tickets, call 800.595.4849 or visit www.lagunabeachlive.org.

Monday | 29

CAMPFIRE PROGRAM 8 p.m.-9 p.m. Every Saturday night, visit the Nature Center at Caspers Wilderness Park for a special presentation appropriate for all ages. Cost is free, parking $5. 33401 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano. For more info, call 949.923.2210 or visit www.ocparks.com/caspers.

DRAG FACTORY SHOW 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Female impersonator show. Dinner Reservations recommended starting at 6 p.m. for best seating. Show reservations can be made by calling in advance at 949.481.1222, 2600 Avenida Del Presidente, San Clemente, www.adelesatthesanclementeinn.com.

ARCHITECTURAL WALKING TOUR 10 a.m. A guided tour of San Juan Capistrano’s historic adobes, Spanish-era dwellings and modern buildings. Occurs every Saturday. Meet at the train depot on Verdugo St. $5 donation benefits the Friends of the Library. For more info, visit www.sjcfol.org.

Sunday | 28 SAN CLEMENTE FARMERS MARKET 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Bundles of flowers, fresh produce and much more every Sunday on Avenida Del Mar. Rain or shine.

BLUE WHALE DISCOVERY CRUISE 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Join marine biologists from the Ocean Institute on a search for the world’s largest mammal, the blue whale.

Travel to the feeding grounds of the great blues aboard the high-tech Sea Explorer. $35 for adults, $22 for children ages 4 to 12. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org.

ISLAND FANTASEA LUAU 4 p.m.-8 p.m. The Sand Dollar Guild hosts an island-style party at the Ocean Institute with music, food, libations, opportunity drawings, a silent auction and dance and limbo contests.

Proceeds benefit the Ocean Institute. Tickets are $65 per person. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949.496.2274 ext. 412.

QUILTERS: A MUSICAL 2 p.m. Tickets $30, $15 for students. Ca-

HELP WITH ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, STRESS, ANGER 10:45 a.m. Recovery International provides help with gaining control over distressing emotions and tools to improve coping skills. Meetings held every Monday. Donation requested but not required. El Toro Library, 24672 Raymond Way, Lake Forest, 949.380.0809, www.lowselfhelpsystems.org.

COUNTRY DANCIN’ WITH PATRICK AND FRIENDS 6:30 p.m. Live music, steak night and happy hour prices at The Swallow’s Inn, 31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.493.3188, www.swallowsinn.com.

BICYCLES AND JAZZ AT SADDLEBACK 7:30 p.m. As part of his 1,800-mile Acoustic Bicycle Tour, cornetist Taylor Ho Bynum will perform a jazz duet with bassist Mark Dresser in the McKinney Theatre at Saddleback College. Bynum is nearing the end of his five-week bicycle journey down the West Coast. General admission $10, $7 for students and seniors. 28000 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo. To purchase tickets or for more info, call 949.582.4656 or visit www.saddleback.edu/arts.

Tuesday | 30 HALF-PRICED WHALE WATCHING 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Hop onboard this two-hour cruise to see dolphins, whales and other marine life in the wild. $22.50. Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com.

DANA HARBOR TOASTMASTERS 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Fine tune your public speaking skills each Tuesday. Capo Beach Church, 25975 Domingo Ave., Capistrano Beach, 949.492.7181, www.1707.toastmastersclubs.org.

SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY TOASTMASTERS MEETING 7 p.m.-8:40 p.m. Practice becoming a more confident communicator. Occurs every Tuesday. Dana Point Community House, 24642 San Juan Ave., Dana Point. 949.280.9777, 3944816.toastmastersclubs.org.

Wednesday | 01 CAPO BEACH FARMERS MARKET 3 p.m.–7 p.m. Visit the area’s latest weekly market where locally-grown, organic produce and regional artisans are featured.

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On Stage at the Coach House: Easy Star All-Stars

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he Easy Star All-Stars, one of the top international reggae acts, will be coming to The Coach House on Sunday, Sept. 28.

The band is currently in the middle of the West Coast swing of their anniversary tour, celebrating their most popular album, Dub Side of the Moon, a tribute to the Pink Floyd album, The Dark Side of the Moon.

“It’s fun because you’ll get a lot of fans who’ll say they were in their college dorm room the first time they heard Dub Side, but there’s also a whole generation of fans who were young when it came out,” said drummer Ivan Katz, who goes by the stage name, Ive09.

The band has been performing the album in its entirety, said Katz. In addition to Dub Side songs, the band will be performing a selection for their other tribute albums, Thrillah (Michael Jackson’s Thriller), Easy Star’s Lonely Hearts Dub Band (The Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band) and Radiodread (Radiohead’s OK Computer), as well as originals.

Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad and Tatanka open for the Easy Star All-Stars.

Doors open at 5 p.m. The show begins at 7 p.m. Tickets cost $25. There is a two-drink minimum, unless you make dinner reservations, which give you priority seating. To purchase tickets or make reservations, call 949.496.8930 or visit www.thecoachhouse.com.

The Coach House is located at 33157 Camino Capistrano in San Juan Capistrano. —Brian Park Capo Beach Church, 25975 Domingo Ave., 949.573.5033, www.danapoint.org.

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Dana Pride. Photo: Andrea Swayne

DSBIA WIlDlIfe SunSet CruISe • SunDAy, OCt. 5 4:30 p.m.-7 p.m. The Doheny State Beach Interpretive Association is sponsoring their annual Wildlife Cruise as a reward to current members and as a membership incentive for those who join on or before the day of the event. Check-in at the Dana Wharf Sports Fishing docks for a fun ride aboard the Dana Pride to mingle with other DSBIA members, dolphins, sea lions, seals and blue and finback whales while watching the sunset.

Drinks and galley grub will be provided. Membership forms are available online and at the check-in on the day of the event. The DSBIA’s mission is to promote educational and interpretive activities and assist with the preservation and restoration of the park and its interpretive facilities. Mailed-in memberships must be received by Tuesday, Sept. 30.

Memberships cost $25 for the annual individual, individual life is $100; family annual, $35; family life, $135; and the senior 63+ annual is $10. An RSVP is a must even for those planning to sign up on the dock as the boats capacity is limited. RSVP to Mike Ahumada at mike@mikeahumada.com. To obtain a membership application to complete before the cruise, visit www.dohenystatebeach.org. (continued from page 13) aboard a Captain Dave’s Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari trip. Prices vary depending on the vessel. Call for more information. 24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.488.2828, www.dolphinsafari.com.

Thursday | 02 GARDEN ANGELS 8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Volunteers meet every Thursday in front of the Montanez Adobe at Los Rios Park in San Juan Capistrano to help maintain the garden and more.

Bring gloves and wear close-toed shoes.

949.606.6386, www.goinnative.net.

BrAnDOn WIlDISh 6:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Live music at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com.

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UPCOMING EVENT: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3 BleSSIngS BOrn: BrICk By BrICk 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Sherill Sedillo, local midwife and founder of Dana Point-based nonprofit Hearts 4 Africa, is holding an auction style fundraiser to build a maternal hospital in Uganda. Hearts 4 Africa is dedicated to reducing mother and newborn mortality. Evening includes traditional Ugandan dancing, an hors d’oeuvres and the opportunity to bid on items such as windows, bricks and sinks to collectively help build the Hearts 4 Africa Maternal Hospital and Healthcare Clinic in Iganga, Uganda.Tickets are $30 for two seats.

Held at Capo Beach Church, 25975 Domingo Ave., Dana Point, 714.315.8589, www.hearts4africa.net/auction.

For our full calendar, visit the “Event Calendar” at www.danapointtimes.com.

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GUEST OPINION: On Life and Love After 50 by Tom Blake

Long-Distance Relationship Thrives Sometimes difficult times can strengthen a relationship

C

hris Anastasio of San Clemente, formerly of Dana Point, is one of the most interesting men I have ever met. After a divorce several years ago, he decided to enjoy life and became a dance host on cruise ships.

In that role, Chris got to travel the world courtesy of cruise lines and in exchange spent his nights at sea dancing with single women who were on the cruises. He was not allowed to date the women he met at sea, at least not while they were cruising.

He was away from Dana Point for about 150 days a year. I’ve always admired his zest for life.

When not traveling, Chris volunteers at the San Clemente Villas by the Sea, a senior retirement facility, by dancing with the women there. For years, he’s also volunteered as Santa Claus for the young children who visit their relatives at the Villas and ON LIFE AND at St. Edwards preschool LOVE AFTER 50 in Dana Point.

By Tom Blake Eleven years ago this Christmas, while on a cruise, he met a woman named Tina who lives in England. After the ship docked, they started perhaps the world’s longest, long-distance relationship.

Chris said, “Talk about being geographically undesirable, I have a picture on the wall in my office that Tina gave me last year for our 10th anniversary. It is a map with a line between Southern California and Buckingham, England, where she lives and says, ‘Chris and Tina, 5,419 miles.’”

My partner Greta and I had the pleasure of meeting Tina when she was visiting Chris three years ago.

Chris said, “Tina is the most wonderful thing that has ever happened to me.”

Even though Chris and Tina live far apart, they are together either here or in England about eight months each year.

On Aug. 28, I received an email from Chris with a subject line that read, “Day Six.” The email read, “Today is the sixth day since I got home from the hospital.

My recovery is going to take much longer than I thought. Sometime in the not too distant future I will be dancing and traveling again.”

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Tom Blake took this photo of Tina and Chris this past Sunday in Dana Point Harbor. He sure doesn’t look like he had open-heart surgery four weeks ago.

aware that he had been in the hospital. He wrote back that he had been hospitalized for triple-bypass and open-heart surgery.

He added, “Thank God for Tina who flew in from England as soon as she heard I was going for surgery and has been by my side ever since.”

On Sept. 12, Chris sent an update on his condition: “Before I went into the hospital, I figured I would be up dancing and running around a couple weeks after I got home. But, that operation really slowed me down. Maybe it’s because I’m 80 now.

I went to the San Clemente Villas a couple of times to visit my ladies and the residents. That is always uplifting for me.”

He said, “To show you how positive I am about becoming the old Chris again, I’ve booked a flight to England for the 28th of December. Tina and I are taking an 11-day cruise in January starting in Singapore.

We are living our lives to the fullest and after this scare with my heart, we are determined to squeeze every joy we can out of it.”

To comment, email Tom at tompblake@ gmail.com.

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

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Dana Point Historical Society to host 14th annual home tour next Sunday

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he Dana Point Historical Society’s annual home tour is set for Sunday, Oct. 5 and will feature homes in Niguel Shores, a gated community developed between 1970 and 1977 in the Monarch Beach area of Dana Point.

The 14th annual tour will run from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will include everything from contemporary and traditional to remodeled, custom and tract homes with designer interiors, patios, pools and gardens—a variety meant to give attendees a taste of Niguel Shores coastal living.

The home tour is a major fundraiser for the Historical Society which supports preservation efforts for significant structures and the archiving of photos, documents and artifacts related to Dana Point history. The DPHS also maintains

the free public Historical Society Museum at City Hall.

Registration and parking will be at City Hall, 33282 Golden Lantern, beginning at 10:30 a.m. There will be free coffee and shuttle bus transportation to the homes.

A post-tour reception will be held at the museum following the tour.

Tickets are $35 each or, if purchased in advance, two or more are $30 each, or $25 each for members.

Tickets are available at the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce, 24681 La Plaza, or at registration on the day of the event.

For more information, contact the Historical Society at 949.248.8121, dphistorical@hotmail.com or visit online at www.danapointhistorical.org. DP —Andrea Swayne

Sudoku

BY MYLES MELLOR Last week’s solution:

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

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Dolphin Report

BY STEVE BREAZEALE, DANA POINT TIMES

For in-game updates, scores, news and more for all of the Dana Hills High School fall sports programs, follow us on Twitter @SouthOCsports.

Cross Country Teams in Invitational Mode The Dana Hills boys and girls cross country teams began their season with an appearance at the Laguna Hills Invitational on Sept. 13. They boys team finished 14th overall in Division 1 while the girls placed 12th.

There were also several standout performances.

The Dolphins sophomore group piled four of their runners inside the top-10 to earn a first-place finish. The juniors placed third and were led by Mason Coppi, whose time of 15:55 was tied for the 14th overall fastest time at the meet.

The girls junior team had two runners inside the top-10, which sealed a secondplace finish. Sophomore Kathryn Kaloroumakis posted the fourth fastest time at the meet, looping the course in 18:41. The senior team finished third in their race.

The Dolphins will now play host to the 41st annual Dana Hills Nike Invitational on Sept. 27.

Dolphins Water Polo Readies for League Title Defense Dana Hills boys water polo head coach Matt Rosa made sure the 2014 version of his team would continue to play a tough nonleague schedule, despite returning only three impact starters from last year.

That has made for an up and down month of September, as the Dolphins

currently own a 2-5 overall record. Dana Hills, which is set to open league play with a match against El Toro on Sept. 30, most recently lost 21-4 to Harvard Westlake, the No. 1 ranked team in the CIF-SS Division 1 coaches’ poll.

A match against Northwood will serve as the final nonleague primer for Dana Hills before they start South Coast League play. The defending league champion Dolphins were set to play Northwood at Santa Margarita High School on Sept. 25.

Results were not available at press time.

Back to back games against Tesoro on Oct. 2 and Oct. 7 will follow the Dolphins game against the Chargers.

The Dolphins have been placed in Division 2, along with the rest of the South Coast League, this season. But Rosa wanted his young team to still compete at the Division 1 level throughout the year.

“There’s new faces on varsity. We’ve got some good pieces and pieces that are learning. We’re definitely more inexperienced than we’ve been. We’ve had some growing pains,” Rosa said.

Dolphins Football Picks up Win by Forfeit, Preps for Garden Grove The Dana Hills football team picked up their first win of the season after Villa Park was forced to forfeit its win over the Dolphins on Sept. 18 following the use of an ineligible player, according to Dana Hills head coach Todd Rusinkovich.

The Spartans defeated the Dolphins 25-10 last week. The news of the ineligible player and the subsequent forfeit came on Sept. 19.

Dana Hills will host Garden Grove out of the Garden Grove League on Sept. 26.

The Dolphins (1-3) have played a tough nonleague schedule. Three of their last four opponents are currently ranked inside the top-6 of the CIF-SS Southwest Division polls.

The game against Garden Grove (2-1) will continue the Dolphins trend of playing

Dana Hills senior Tori Hummel and the girls golf team lost to rival San Clemente in their league opener. Photo: Steve Breazeale

highly ranked opponents, as the Argonauts come into the match ranked No. 1 in the CIF-SS Southern Division rankings.

Dolphins Golf Edged by Tritons

Girls Volleyball Falls to Lions

In their South Coast League opening match against San Clemente, the Dana Hills girls golf team fell to the Tritons 215227 at El Niguel Country Club on Sept. 23.

San Clemente was led by senior Alex Cooper, who shot a 36 (E) on the front nine at the Dolphins home course. Dana Hills senior Tori Hummel matched Cooper with a score of 36.

The collective 227 shot by the Dolphins (6-1, 0-1 league) was their highest total of the season.

Dana Hills will play consecutive matches against San Juan Hills on Oct. 7 and Oct. 9.

The Dana Hills girls volleyball team lost its third consecutive nonleague game on Sept. 23 following a 3-1 loss to JSerra at home. The Dolphins (3-7) lost the first two sets, 25-20, 25-22, before taking the third, 25-21. The Lions closed out the win with a 25-15 fourth-set victory.

After defeating Orange Lutheran for their signature win of the early season on Sept. 13, the Dolphins have lost to Santa Margarita, Huntington Beach and the Lions, respectively.

The team’s tough nonleague schedule will continue with a home match against Laguna Beach set for Sept. 30.

Junior outside hitter Ayla Fresenius has been pacing the team on offense, collecting 25 and 19 kills against Huntington Beach and JSerra, respectively.

Following the match with the Breakers, the Dolphins will open South Coast League play against Tesoro on Oct. 2.

Girls Tennis Remains Unbeaten The Dana Hills girls tennis team extended their season-long win streak to four games with an 11-7 league win over Aliso Niguel on Sept. 24.

The Dolphins doubles group swept all nine of their sets to ensure the victory.

DP DP SURF Dana Point

DP SURF IS PRESENTED BY:

SCOOP ON THE LOCAL SURF COMMUNITY

Local Groms Totally Stoked

SURF RESULTS First-place and local finishers only. Key: SC=San Clemente, DP=Dana Point, SJC=San Juan Capistrano.

WSA Championship Tour, Event No. 2, Donnie Solomon Memorial, September 20-21, Ventura, Surfers Point

Gudauskas Brothers host third annual Stoke-o-Rama

BY ANDREA SWAYNE, DANA POINT TIMES

G

etting 110 surf crazed groms even more stoked on their sport is a tall order. And that’s just what the Gudauskas brothers delivered, once again, at their third annual Stoke-o-Rama surf contest on Sunday, Sept. 21 at T Street in San Clemente.

Giving back to the hometown that gave professional surfers Dane, Patrick and Tanner Gudauskas so much growing up, has become a passion of the talented trio.

And what better way to accomplish it than through the sport they love.

The Stoke-o-Rama is all about bringing families to the beach together to enjoy friendly competition while raising funds for co-hosts, the Friends of San Clemente Beaches, Parks and Recreation, and their efforts to support other recreational programs for local youth, Patrick said.

“Everybody wins,” he said.

It’s a safe bet that even the young rippers who didn’t take home this year’s trophy, a kendama (a toy now all the rage among the young surf set), felt like winners too. An important part of the event is bringing professional surfers to the beach to visit with and inspire the competitors.

The kids had the chance to mingle with the pros, such as world champion surfers Kelly Slater and Sunny Garcia, along with the Gudauskas brothers.

Entry into the event is free, thanks to the Gudauskas’ donation of $25 per entrant. For the past two years, entries have been capped at 100 but this year, due to

GROM OF THE WEEK

DEISEL RATHGEBER

Age: 13, Shorecliffs Middle School Deisel Rathgeber already has a decade of surfing under his belt, having started at age 3 under the watchful eye of his dad. Now an eighth-grader, he is surfing for his school surf team at Scholastic Surf Series events as well as in the Western Surfing Association Championship Tour. He is also hoping to add some National Scholastic Surfing Association events to his schedule this year. Deisel practices every day, usually at T Street or Lowers. Although he would like to Dana Point Times September 26-October 2, 2014

Kai McPhillips in one of his heats at the Stoke-o-Rama on Sunday, Sept. 21 at T Street. Photo: JoniePHOTO

BOYS U14: 1. Ethan Mudge;

RESULTS 2. Bryce Crane; 3. Crosby

Colapinto; 4. Curran Dand; 5. Jarik Fink; 6.

Gus Day; 7. Noah Hohenester. GIRLS U14: 1.

Erika Hunting; 2. Saige Reale; 3. Claire Herritt; 4. Megan Mills; 5. Reese Hartnett; =6. Sierra Downer; =6. Rachel Hartnett. BOYS U12: 1. Taj Lindblad; 2. Gavin Wilchek; 3. Kai McPhillips; 4. Wyatt Wilson; 5. Jimmy Wynne; 6. Hayden Millerick. BOYS U10: 1. Myles Biggs; 2. Brayden Burch; 3. Bane Corbett; 4. Conan Craig; 5. Carson Kropfl; 6. Jack Crane. BOYS/GIRLS U10: 1. Kai Finn; 2. Kingston Watts; 3. Dylan Young; 4. Kieran McCarthy; 5. Ben Brantell; 6. Hanna Johnson. TIMMY DOWELL SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD: Milo Simler. MIDGET SMITH INSPIRATION AWARD: Cannon Carr. MOST STOKED AWARD: Jacky Mills.

Erika Hunting, winner of the Girls U14 division at the Stoke-o-Rama on Sunday, gets ready to paddle out for her heat. Photo: JoniePHOTO

popular demand, the brothers decided to open up 10 additional spots.

“It’s awesome to see the kids of San Clemente coming up through surfing with friends and having fun. The best part is seeing their interaction and friendships on the beach,” Tanner said. “It definitely reminds me of when we were young. The stoke remains the same.”

The event raised $12,000 for the Friends organization via sponsorship, donations and raffles, a number up from last year’s

$10,500. The organization uses the money to provide scholarships into programs such as Junior Lifeguards for children whose families would otherwise not be able to afford it.

“When you can get the entire community involved in an event like this, it’s pretty special,” Dane said. “Every year is better than the last.” DP EDITORS NOTE: For an extensive slideshow of photos—including water photography—log on to www.joniephoto.com/stoke. All proceeds from Stoke-o-Rama photo sales will be donated to the Friends of San Clemente Beaches Parks and Recreation, courtesy of the San Clemente Times and JoniePHOTO.com.

someday become a professional surfer, he has not decided whether a serious run at the World Tour is in his future. “I like competing, especially when my friends are in my heat, so we can work together to get through.

It helps me improve,” he said.

Deisel Rathgeber. Photo: Courtesy “If I do become a pro, that would be really nice, but it’s not my main focus. I just really enjoy it. It’s so

fun.” He is also considering the possibilities of becoming a pro snowboarder or a police officer. In school, Deisel is an ‘A’ and ‘B’ student. “My favorite subject is math because it’s challenging and helps me use my brain on something I don’t know,” he said. Deisel’s other interests include skateboarding and traveling. He has taken surf trips to Cabo with a friend and Hawaii with his favorite travel partner, his grandpa, who is also a surfer. Next year, he and his grandfather are planning to visit Scorpion Bay in Costa Rica. “The best thing about surfing is that it gets me away from everything, like troubles I guess, and homework and school,” Deisel said. “It just makes me feel happy.”

—Andrea Swayne

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MICRO GROM BOYS U9: 1. Maddox Bray, SC; 5. Makai Bray, SC. MICRO GROM GIRLS U10: 1. Bella Kenworthy, DP; 2. Sawyer Lindblad, SC. BOYS/GIRLS U10: 1. Dane Matson, SC. BOYS U12: 1. Nicholas Coli, SC; 2. Dane Matson, SC. BOYS U14: 1. Zach McCormick, Encinitas.

BOYS U16: 1. S J Murphy, Malibu; 4. Noah Hohenester, SC. BOYS U18: 1. Brock Crouch, Carlsbad. GIRLS U12: 1.

Ella McCaffray, Cardiff by the Sea. GIRLS U14: 1. Kirra Pinkerton, SC. GIRLS U16: 1. Kelly Smith, Laguna Beach.

GIRLS U18: 1. Frankie Seely, Topanga; 2. Malia Ward, SC; 4. Samantha Sibley, SC; 6. Cameron Duby, SJC. BOYS LONGBOARD U14: 1. Koby Gilchrist, Encinitas; 2. Ben Kappes, Laguna Niguel; 3. Patrick O’Connor, SJC; 4. Jimmy Wynne, SC; 5. Brandon Rodgers, SC; 6. Jack Collins, SC. JR. LONGBOARD U18: 1. Kevin Skvarna, SJC. GIRLS LONGBOARD U14: 1. Liv Stokes, Aliso Viejo; 3.

Lexi Morgan, SC; 4. Izzy Hopkins, DP; 5. Malia Mauch, SC. GIRLS LONGBOARD U18: 1. Taylor Bruynzeel, Newbury Park; 3. Teresa O’Connor, SJC; 5. Cameron Duby, SJC. MEN 18-29: 1. Nate Smithson, Camarillo. MASTERS 30-39: 1. Paul Pugliesi, Oceanside; 4. Jimmy Bray, SC. SENIOR MEN 40-49: 1. Rick Takahashi, San Diego.

WOMEN 18+: 1. Brooke Daigneault, Huntington Beach.

LEGENDS 50-59: 1. Rusty Phillipy, Cardiff; 2. Masaki Kobayashi, SC. KAHUNAS 60+: 1. John Silver, Carlsbad.

OPEN MEN: 1. Skylar Stokes, Del Mar. OPEN WOMEN: 1. Samantha Lamirand, Cardiff by the Sea; 3. Malia Ward, SC; 5. Lulu Erkeneff, DP. OPEN MEN LONGBOARD: 1.

Nick Anderberg, Encinitas; 3. Kevin Skvarna, SJC. OPEN WOMEN LONGBOARD : 1. Lulu Erkeneff, DP. SR. MEN LONGBOARD 40+: 1. Dave Schaefer, Hermosa Beach.

NSSA Southwest Conference Open, Event No. 1, September 20-21, Oceanside Harbor, South Jetty MEN: 1. Nolan Rapoza, Long Beach; 2. Griffin Colapinto, SC. JUNIORS: 1. Cole Houshmand, SC; 4. Gunner Day, SC. BOYS: 1. Sebastian Mendes, Agoura Hills; 2. Jett Schilling, SC; 4. Kade Matson, SC. MINI GROMS: 1.

Callahan Corn, Del Mar; 2. Ryder Salberg, SC; 3. Dax McPhillips, SC. WOMEN: 1. Tia Blanco, Oceanside; 3.

Malia Osterkamp, SC. GIRLS: 1. Bethany Zelasko, DP; 4.

Samantha Sibley, SC. PERFORMERS OF THE EVENT: Nolan Rapoza, Cole Houshmand, Tia Blanco.

Cosmic Creek Celebrates 15 Years Cosmic Creek, a retro surf contest featuring local shapers, vintage surfboards from the ’70s and ’80s and live music, will celebrate its 15th year on Saturday, Sept.

27 at Salt Creek Beach in Dana Point.

A tribute to surf culture, including art and music, Cosmic Creek has featured 11-time world champion surfer Kelly Slater and the music of Rob Machado and three-time world champion Tom Curren and Donavon Frankenreiter.

Frankenreiter, with a special guest, will return this year to present a free concert on the grass at sunset following the contest.“There is no other event like this along our coast,” said Eric Diamond, creator and founder of the event. “That’s why it has been such a popular tradition to end summer for 15 years and has grown to be one of the best retro surfing gatherings and free music concerts, year after year.”

Entrants are encouraged to bring their own classic surfboards for prizes and new this year will be an “Antiques Roadshow-esque” tent.

Entry fee is $30 or $15 if you bring your own board.

Divisions include, VZ Grems 16U, Junior Space Cadets 17-24, Rocket Men 25-34, Honolua Groove Masters 35-45 and Rolling Stones 45+. There is also a Cosmic Children push-in division where entry is free but a parent must be in the event.

Signups are being taken at Killer Dana Surf Shop, 24621 Del Prado Ave. in Dana Point. More information and an entry form can be found online at www.billabong.com/cosmiccreek.

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