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LESLIE ANDREWS
DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CAA standing-room only crowd came to Carl May Center Thursday night to listen to a group of panelists discussing the proposed Green Path North program, which is the city of Los Angeles’ own plan to install transmission power lines across the desert floor, stretching across Desert Hot Springs and parts of Yucca Valley. Many residents came to the meeting to oppose the plan, which they say would diminish the quality of life in the desert. Such concerns were ranging from the unsightliness of tall power poles to health concerns from citizens who live near them. The environment was also an issue as well, as it would be greatly disrupted if LADWP decides to go with their plan. “It concerns me when someone from L.A. comes here to ruin my town,” said Dean Gray, from the High Desert newspaper Desert Valley Star. “I don’t want to see my town nor my economic future destroyed by power lines along Highway 62.” Eric Pontius, President of the Desert Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce, added, “I appreciate LADWP seeking out green power sources but I will not support anything that will destroy our views or our ability
Carl May Center Desert Hot Springs California ~photo DLNews to grow west. This is one further thing that will set us back as a community.” Jim Caldwell, assistant General Manager of LADWP, defended the project, saying, “The purpose is to connect resources in the Imperial Valley and to connect to the grid of Los Angeles. This plan will also serve the needs of 5 million people.” He also added that this would decrease the dependency on coal-fueled power. Cindy Sage, a specialist who deals with technical studies related to electromagnetic fields, spoke out against LADWP’s plan. “What we know is that exposure to EMF is a cancer causing agent,” she said. “Also, homes that are impacted will almost always suffer in value. This is a concern for health and property value impacts. This routing is much too close to some of the community subdivisions and would be a significant environmental blight.” The Green Path North project has been planned since at least 2005, without seeking any approval from desert communities. They have already begun placing survey markers along public and private lands along the proposed route. Reports state that LADWP has shown no willingness to consider any alternatives to this route. “We understand that the
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LADWP is behind a renewable energy goal, but it is not the responsibility nor the duty of the desert communities to make the sacrifices,” said April Sall, from the California Desert Coalition. Another meeting is scheduled for Friday, January 30th at 6:00 p.m. at the Senior Center in Desert Hot Springs. Residents and leaders are also urged to attend the next Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) meeting in Palm Desert this following Monday. “If this community doesn’t rally around this effort, then these power lines are going to go through. It’s important that our elected officials know that they need to step in and help this community stop these power lines,” said Councilman Russell Betts, who also sits in the Coachella Valley Coalition board. The areas affected by the Green Path North project would include Desert Hot Springs, Pioneertown, Johnson Valley, Lucerne Valley and Hesperia. This project is already opposed by Representatives Mary Bono Mack and Jerry Lewis as well as mayors and leaders of the High Desert Communities of Joshua Tree, Yucca Valley and Twenty-nine Palms.
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Letter Supporting New Jail In County LESLIE ANDREWS PALM DESERT, CAWithout any particular location settled for, the CVAG Executive Committee voted unanimously to approve a letter of support for a new jail to be built in the central area of Riverside County on Monday. Sheriff Stanley Sniff came to the meeting to discuss the importance of building the new jail. “In 2007, we released 6,000 people prematurely,” he explained. “We’ve had to release people for low level offenses, and it makes a mockery of the entire criminal justice system.” Currently, the Riverside County jails only have about 3,600 beds. They are short by 6,000. Sniff explained that because of jail overcrowding, municipal cities have had to build short term holding cells. “The county put aside hundreds of thousands of dollars in good times to precede jail paths. We are talking about a new jail facility by 2012,” he said. In the meantime, the Sher-
iff says that the county is facing a crisis due to high population growth. Palm Springs hotel owner Frank Tyson spoke out against having the jail being built in Whitewater, at the corridor to the Palm Springs entrance from the 10 freeway. “The 7,200 inmate jail is a real concern to many of us in the valley,” he said. “In Palm Springs alone, we’ve stated our position. The gay hotel group, all major hotels have all expressed their opposition. The valley would be housing 70% of the county’s inmates.” Mayor Steve Pougnet commented, “They are not against a detention center, they are against this location.” A presentation pointed out that economies near jails continue to thrive and grow. Even after a detention center was built in Southwest Riverside County near Temecula, high priced homes sprang up all around the area and the surrounding Wine Country blossomed into a tourist
attraction. Not to mention the Robert Presley Detention Center is located near Riverside’s Mission Inn, which still draws hundreds of thousands of visitors yearly. Desert Hot Springs Mayor Yvonne Parks made clear that this is a jail, not a prison. “There are a lot of misconceptions and the safeguards that are in place will not allow for these inmates to release them into our area,” she said. Although a location in Whitewater has been preferred by County Supervisors, no final decision has been set in stone as of yet. During the Public Safety meeting on January 12th, the committee also approved a letter of support, saying that more beds are needed to accommodate more incarcerated persons. So far, three locations have been considered, including Desert Hot Springs and in the San Gorgonio Pass.
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Bill Effinger ED/OP DHS, CAAn Idea for the proposed Jail facility being located in DHS City Manager Rick Daniels has made a reasonable case for the positive aspects of locating the proposed County Jail within the Desert Hot Springs sphere of influence and the benefits the city could derive from the facility, but how about taking it a step further? Why not propose a quid pro quo which could be a home run for the city? The city council could approve the location of the jail as Daniels has suggested near Dillon Road and Indian Canyon, but as part of the agreement, require the County to acquire the now defunct Village Shopping Center and convert it into a rehabilitation/learning center for graduates of the jail facility to help the former inmates turn their lives around and become productive citizens. Such a plan would add to the financial benefits the city would receive as well as revive and restore the eye sore that the Village now presents. Just an idea to turn a lemon into lemonade.
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LESLIE ANDREWS PALM SPRINGS, CA- The Palm Springs City Council votes unanimously to allow a seven-foot-tall statue of Gene Autry to be placed at the Gene Autry Shopping Center during their meeting Wednesday evening. George Nicholas, who represents the artist, convinced the council that having a statue of one of Palm Springs’ grandest celebrities would be a huge benefit to the city. “The tourists will be happy with it,” he said. Already, Palm Springs is home to statues of some of their memorable citizens, like Sonny Bono, Lucille Ball and Charlie Farrell. Rick Hutcheson, Councilman, discussed the possible addition of a Frank Sinatra statue to be added among the lineup. Councilwoman Ginny Foat stated, “Art is very subjective and I don’t like every
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Photo courtesy of VoyageAnatolia piece of art that we have. I think that’s why we have an arts commission. I don’t have a problem with it and I will vote in favor. I think for the place, I think this is perfect.” However, the statue must be original and not a replica of the one that stands at the Gene Autry Museum in Los Angeles. “This statue is something Gene would be very proud of,” Nicholas added. Originally from Tioga, Texas, Autry gained fame during the 1920s as a country/western singer and made a name for himself performing on the radio, television and on the big screen. In addition to becoming an Air Force pilot, Autry owned a minor league baseball team and served as an executive with the California Angels. Autry was also one of Forbes’ Magazine’s 400 Richest Americans, with a net worth of $320 Million.
Grand Opening Slated for Wednesday, February 11, 2009. Call the Palm Desert Visitor Center at 568-1441 or the Palm Springs Cultural Center at (760) 322-3521.)
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LESLIE ANDREWS as originally, Desert Hot Springs was not written into its plan. In summary, the Green Path North is a plan that the LADWP has in place that would run power lines coming from Salton Sea all the way up to Hesperia. Residents are worried that there could be radiation coming from the power lines, which would affect their health and that the unsightliness of the towers would destroy desert views and diminish property values. Officials from LADWP believe that this is a way to bring green energy to the city of Los Angeles, but desert city residents and elected officials believe that there are other avenues. “There is another route and everybody wants green energy,” said Russell Betts, Desert Hot Springs Councilman and member of the Coachella Valley Coalition. “You cannot go through our lands.” Dr. Mohammed Beshir from the LADWP came to speak, in defense of Green Path North. He spoke to Desert Local News right after the meeting. “We are committed to discuss issues and provide information as needed. There is
no right-of-way corridor selected at this time. We are sitting in discussion with the BLM to work out the initial steps,” he said. When asked about the towers to be built, Dr. Beshir responded, “They would look like any other transmission lines, about 100 feet tall and a corridor width of 200-300 feet.” He also believes that an environmentally sound route will be decided in the end. Rosa Maria Gonzalez, from Imperial Irrigation District, stated that IID supports the Green Path North project since its conception in 2004. “Things are preliminary in nature and no routes have been considered yet,” she said. “We have operated on the fact that we use existing corridors and we will encourage our client to do so.” Such existing structures are set up along Highway 86 and Freeway 10. “It saves us work and it saves us money,” Gonzalez added. “If you’re going to make use of something that’s already there, then do it.” She believes that a compromise could be reached, to find the best alternative that would work best with the communities at stake.
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PALM DESERT, CAThe CVAG (Coachella Valley Association of Governments) Committee voted unanimously in favor of signing a letter opposing Green Path North, a plan that would create huge power line towers across the desert splitting through Desert Hot Springs and west of Yucca Valley. According to CVAG’s Katie Barrows, parts of the lands that the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power have surveyed are protected by the Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan. “This essentially states that the Coachella Valley is sensitive to the MSHCP and it identifies that alternative routes should already be in place,” she said. Mayor Yvonne Parks of Desert Hot Springs pleaded with the other eight Coachella Valley cities, asking, “How would they like to have this going through their city?” City Manager Rick Daniels added, “You’re going to further divide the city and you’ll run power lines into the ridge of the mountains.” He also added that the city is trying to hurry up and participate in the MSHCP,
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One of America’s last great country legends, Willie Nelson, filled the 3,000 seat outdoor pavilion at Morongo Casino Resort & Spa in Cabazon, California, to capacity Fri., Jan. 23. The richly diverse crowd was brought together by Willie’s classic tunes and the chance to see the musical icon. Amidst a backdrop of a huge Texas flag, Willie was dressed in all black, from his 10-gallon hat (which he threw into the crowd after three songs) to his black t-shirt and pants. He appeared in good health and spirits, letting his incredibly long hair down and flashing his charming smile to the adoring fans in appreciation. Brandishing his old acoustic guitar “Trigger,” Willie started off the night with one of my favorites, the upbeat ‘Whiskey River.’ The 70-minute set alternated between outlaw country classics like ‘Good Hearted Woman’ (“For Waylon (Jennings)”, said Nelson) and slow tearjerkers that made even this cowboy cry, like ‘Georgia on my Mind’ and ‘Angel Flying Too Close to the Ground.’ Willie’s biggest fan of the night was fellow Texan Lucious Harris III of Banning but originally from San
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Antonio. Lucious was no doubt in high spirits, celebrating the birth of his 11-pound granddaughter and the fact that he was 20-feet away from his hero. Apparently Harris’ enthusiasm was evident from the stage, as Willie gave his biggest fan a nod and smile. They were many Willie imitators in the crowd, fans who were walking around with Willie headbands complete with two dangling braids of hair. Although Willie didn’t come out for an encore, he left the crowd duly satisfied and the tone of the procession as the crowd filed out was one of awe and admiration. For one memorable hour, Willie made it seem as if we were part of his band, a part of his life. Most certainly, he is a part of ours. I’d like to personally thank the great people at Morongo Casino Resort & Spa for hosting a great show. We look forward to the next show and you should too, as Heart will be performing Feb. 8. See you there! For more on the Willie Nelson performance, go to www. desertcitiesentertainment.com.
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The pro-am aspect of the Bob Hope Classic ended Saturday. This year, the winning team shot 71-under par, not bad for a 72-hole tournament! On Sunday, it was back to business as usual for PGA Touring professionals. I could sense the more somber atmosphere. No more celebrities bantered with the gallery and no more high-fives after great shots. On the golf course, players spoke quietly and generally only with their caddies. I walked a short distance to the first green just in time to catch the leaders, Pat Perez and Steve Stricker. They both made par, but as we walked to the second tee, I noticed sand swirling in the air above a not too distant canyon. That meant the winds were coming. The 10th hole at the Palmer Private can be intimidating, especially when the player has to deal with 30 mph winds. The tee shot requires an almost 200-yard carry over a lake that also runs up the entire left side of the fairway. The confident Perez teed off first and busted a long drive down the center of the fairway. When Stricker stepped onto the
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tee, the wind suddenly started blowing harder than it had all day. He backed away from the ball several times, waiting for the wind to calm, but to no avail. The wind sent his first drive far to the right and out-of-bounds. On his second drive, he made a poor swing and pulled the ball left into the water. His third drive got over the water but landed into a fairway bunker. He eventually made an eight and fell out of contention. The crowd around the 18th green erupted when the 32-year-old Perez hit his second shot to within a few feet of the hole. Needing only a par to win, he eagled the final hole and won the tournament by three shots. So 50th Bob Hope Classic is in the record books. It was a fun week and more than $1.5 million was raised for local charities. What a great event! Go To www.DesertCitiesEntertainment.com for more story and pictures.
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The Hou Gal A Red Carpet and lit tunnel greeted guests to the Gala.
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Story and photos by Pat Krause The Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Gala was held at the Houston Estate for the sixth time, Sat. Jan. 17, 2009. Tickets to this event are usually sold out weeks in advance. Jackie Lee Houston always has just the best parties. Valet service greets visitors as they arrive. Attendees enter this unique home to a tunnel of lights into the party area. Huge white tents with small lights as sky adorn the ceiling. Beautiful flower centerpieces are on each table. Another tent is filled with different types of salads and sandwiches. The salads are in a wine glass and appealing to the eye. I tasted a small crepe with different types of meats in the center. The chicken and beef with a mushroom sauce were my
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favorites. Other sandwiches were being grilled at tables adorned with flowers. Everything Jackie Lee does is so beautiful and in such a good taste. A dessert table with fruit was near the entrance. Assorted sauces to put on the fruit were so varied. An then there was an ice cream machine for those who wanted that on their fruit or just ice cream alone. Waiters walked among the guests with other finger foods. The bar area was filled all the time, and you could order just about any drink you desired. About 8 p.m., the waiters removed the centerpieces from the table so guests could get a good look at the entertainment. Extra chairs were put up in rows so everyone could be seated. Jim
Houston got on the stage to announce the evenings entertainment, which is always a surprise at the Houston Gala. He had the audience laughing with his wit. Palm Springs Mayor Steve Pougnet got on stage to thank the Houstons for their nonstop support for the Festival and their generosity. He thanked the Festival Chairman Harold Matzner for making this the best Festival yet. The entertainment began. This year is was a mini-Broadway production that featured songs from movies. Music from ‘Oklahoma’, ‘Sound of Music’, ‘Grease’ and ‘Titanic’ among others were performed.
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‘Love Cradle’
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NORTH PALM SPRINGS, CADesert Local News sits down with one of their very own writers, Leslie Mariah Andrews and discusses her second book, “Love Cradle”. DLN: It takes a lot of talent to write books. What prompted you to write this book? LMA: Many things have inspired me to write this book, and living in the Desert Hot Springs area did give me many ideas to input into “Love Cradle.” Then again, I come from three generations of law enforcement in my family, and this helped shape the concept of a crime drama. Then again, it’s also a bit juicy, in terms of sexual innuendo. DLN: I must say that this is a rather intense book, based on the first chapter of it. LMA: I will admit that I was also inspired by a lot of CSI and COPS episodes, and I myself have experienced a lot of tense situations. To me, it was therapeutic to write this novel, which releases all of this negative energy stirred up by witnessing horrific scenes, both in person and on screen. I’m warning you, this book does make “Basic Instinct” look like a Disney film, if you really want to get technical about it. DLN: What is the message you’re trying to get out
in “Love Cradle?” LMA: That all kinds of people exist. The kind of people discussed in “Love Cradle” are a reality, and the whole world of fetishism begins to circulate around Sgt. Tracy Rhodes, the cop who’s caught up in the middle of it all. Oh no, I don’t condone violence against children, but it’s about how the church can destroy young lives. Just stewing all of this together made this story very interesting, according to those who have already read it. And no, I don’t practice such behavior myself. I’m a very conservative individual; I just like writing hardcore material, to release all of this negative energy around me. It helps to write about the things that anger me the most. Sexism, Innuendo, Racism, all of those isms. DLN: I see that this book is dedicated to the memory of Gary Bosworth. Why is that? LMA: Gary was a buddy of mine, to a certain degree. He knew a lot of stuff about me that I never told him about. And it was through him that I got the job at Desert Local News. Posthumously, he hooked me up with Max Liebermann and that’s how we developed a good working relationship for three years now. And I’m sure he
and Charlie Love are up in Heaven reading this book and laughing their heads off. DLN: This is not your first book. I see that you’ve written another one, which got a little bit of attention. LMA: I did. It was called, “Awakening From Broken Dreams,” which was about a teenager who lived an alternative lifestyle. This book took ten years to write, I will say. But it was all an exercise to see how well I could
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YUCCA VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUS
YUCCA VALLEY February 2009 BUSINESS REVIEW
Official Newsletter of the Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce Published by the Hi-Desert Star
Vol. 7 - No. 2
YVCOC Mission Statement
To maintain a healthy business climate; to partner with the public and private sector; to promote our community and to always strive to enhance the quality of life for Yucca Valley. Adopted 11/06
Inside This Issue February Mixer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Showcas in Inland Empire Mag. . 3 Membership News . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Pride & Spirit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Ribbon Cutting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Coffee with Mayor. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Golf Tournment Set. . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Meet & Greet w/ Sup. Derry . . . . 5
NAVIGATE the POLICY & PROCEDURE MAZE of DOING BUSINESS with THE TOWN OF YUCCA VALLEY
The Business Advocacy Task Force is holding a workshop in cooperation with the Town of Yucca Valley on what you need to know to start a business. Topics to be covered include the following:
Development Services Customer Service Goals Policies and Regulations Established by the General Plan and Development Code Land Use Approvals Required for New Businesses to Open in Existing Commercial Structures Land Use Approvals Required for Constructing New Commercial Buildings Sign Permit Regulations Special Event/Temporary Use Regulations Building Permit Process
Member Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 ‘09 Grubstakes Theme Sought. . . 6 December Recap Report . . . . . . . 7 ‘09 Grubstakes GM Sought . . . . . 7 Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Yucca Valley Chamber
The Workshop will be held on Wednesday, February 11 at 8:00 a.m. in the Cholla Room at the Yucca Valley Community Center. Refreshments will be served. This workshop is free and open to anyone interested in starting a business in the Town of Yucca Valley. To reserve your spot, more information or directions call the Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce at (760) 365-6323.
of Commerce 56711 29 Palms Hwy. Yucca Valley, CA 92284
Office Hours Monday–Friday 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (760) 365-6323 (760) 365-0763 Fax www.yuccavalley.org chamber@yuccavalley.org
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SINESS REVIEW FEBRUARY 2009 • 760-365-6323 Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce
Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce Mixer for FEBRUARY 2009
Board of Directors President Neil Phelps 2009 Phelps Chevrolet/Nissan
President Elect Mike Kelliher 2010 Thrift Shop –Joshua Springs Secretary David Eckenberg 2011 Tumbleweed Photos
Directors: Kathleen Downing 2009 IMI Services
Jo Ann Petersen 2009 Steve’s Office Supply Jeff Poland 2010 Coldwell Banker/ Roadrunner Realty Carol Vaughn 2011 Copper Mountain Broadcasting Staff Cheryl Nankervis Executive Director Sara Hutson Member Services
This is a FREE event. Refreshments are provided, as well as lots of networking!
February 2009 Edition
“Heart of Appreciation” The Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce would like to express a sincere “Thank You” to the following businesses, and their personnel, for continued support to the Chamber (alphabetical order): American Free Journal Copper Mountain Broadcasting (KX96/KQ92)
The Public and ALL business owners of the Morongo Basin are invited to attend.
Hi-Desert Publishing Company
Bring your positive attitude and your business cards—get to know those who need to know YOU!
Morongo Basin Broadcasting (Z107.7 FM)
Thank You
Treasurer Bob Clinkscales 2010 PFF Bank & Trust
Donna Jean 2009 Alta Electric Co.
Please join the Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. for the Tuesday, February 17, 2009 Mixer Hosted by the Canyon Realty located at 55491 29 Palms Hwy. ( the southeast corner of Hwy. 62 and Inca Trail). Chamber Mixers—always the 3rd Tuesday of the month—have proven valuable in many aspects.
Past President Jennifer Collins 2011 Farmers Insurance
Sarann Graham 2009 Graham Communications
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to the Chamber businesses & organizations who have donated to our Mixers: American Free Journal; Costco; Graham Communications Morongo Basin Historical Society; Paper Work Plus; Phyllis Lyte; Signs by Wanda; Sizzler Restaurant Southern CA Edison; Tumbleweed Photos Weeding by Wayne; Golden Scarab
Time Warner Cable/Internet/Phone
Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce Serving the Community Since 1951
Thanks to the generous donors to the Giant Christmas Stocking: Paper Work Plus, Earlene Moffitt, Costco Wholesale, Reach Out Morongo Basin, California Welcome Center, Helene White, Nank’s Macro Golf, LASR Ink, Dr.’s Shantz & Moranda, Applebee’s Restaurant, Phyllis Lyte, Sandy Paws, Graham Communications, Stratta Tattoo, MB Chapter of American Red Cross, C.A.D. Enterprises, IMI Services, Bubbas Powder Coating, Hi-Desert Cultural Center, Z107.7 FM, Weeding by Wayne, Trophy Express, PFF Bank & Trust, Jennifer Collins Farmers Insurance, Cruise One, Tupperware by Jenny, Joshua Springs Calvary Chapel, Anne Beattie of Century 21 Mirage & Girlfriends Pet Services Submissions: The editor, accepts articles for possible newsletter publication. Articles are subject to editing and will be published only on a “space available” basis. The Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce accepts no responsibility for the care or return of submitted materials. Disclaimer: All reasonable efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained herein. Hi-Desert Publishing Co. and the Yucca
Valley Chamber of Commerce accepts no responsibility for damages arising directly or as a consequence of the use or publication of inaccurate information. Editorial content is intended as general information and not seen as specific legal or financial advice; for such, readers are advised to consult professionals in the appropriate field. The Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce assumes no liability resulting from advertising contained in this publication.
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Thank You’ New & Renewing Members New Business Members
Yucca Valley Chamber Members Showcase the Morongo Basin through the ‘Inland Empire‘ Magazine During the August 2008 Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce Mixer at Phelps Chevrolet/Nissan the membership was asked to submit their votes for the Best of the Inland Empire to the Inland Empire Magazine. As a result of your efforts the following Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce members have been acknowledged as the “Best of the Inland Empire” in the January 2009 issue. Best Restaurant–Roadhouse Café; Best Splurge Restaurant–The Rib Company; Best Casual Dining–Roadhouse Café; Best Chef–Cole Stillwell of the Roadhouse Café; Best Mexican Food-La Casita Restaurant; Best Coffee Drink– Le Coffee House; Best Chocolate Dessert–Chocolate Orange Cheesecake from the Roadhouse Café; Best Morning Pastry– Le Coffee House; Best Local Band–Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Band; Best Florist–Cactus Flower Florist and Farms; and the Best Place to Find a Math Tutor–Copper Mountain College. All together there were twenty-one Morongo Basin businesses represented in twenty-six categories. The Inland Empire Magazine is distributed in most hotel rooms, waiting rooms and businesses in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. Thanks to all of you who took the time to help us put the Morongo Basin in the radar of Inland Empire Magazine readers.
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Coachella Valley Physicians Sandy Hancock 3281 E. Guasti Road Ontario, CA 91761 (909) 518-7658 – Phone (951) 487-9302 – Fax
Jack Slomovits Wedding Photojournalism & Films Jack Slomovits (760) 309-0038 jack@aweddingphoto.com www.aweddingphoto.com
Fit 4 A Lady Fitness Club 57402 29 Palms Hwy., Ste. 304 Yucca Valley, CA 92284 (760) 365-5004 (760) 365-5007 veni@vnav.com
Individual Member Merl Abel
Renewing Members A & R Tile & Stone (760) 365-1045 Member Since 2002
Heaven’s Best Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning (760) 363-6515 Member Since 2008
Advanced Hearing Solutions (760) 365-0691 Member Since 1987
High Desert Motel (760) 366-1978 Member Since 2006
All Seasons Fireplaces, Pools & Spas (760) 365-6668 Member Since 1989
Inspire Real Estate (760) 792-2090 Member Since 2007
Alta Electrical Contractors (760) 228-3000 Member Since 2007
Joshua Tree National Park Association (760) 367-5525 Member Since 2000
Chelsea Apartments (760) 228-2712 Member Since 2007
Law Office of Richard M. Ghan (760) 369-0811 Member Since 2008
Cheri Miller & Associates (760) 369-1800 Member Since 1995
Morongo Basin Adult Health Services & Pool (760) 365-9661 Member Since 1994
Desert Images (760) 365-6069 Member Since 1997
Nolte Associates, Inc. (760) 365-7638 Member Since 2008
Desert Office Solutions/Goin Postal (760) 365-4822 Member Since 1999
Old Town Merchants Association (760) 365-0044 Member Since 2002
Edward & Natalie Guidry Member Since 2006
Pringle Insurance Services, Inc. (760) 365-8813 Member Since 1999
Ficara Law Office (760) 365-7000 Member Since 1988
Royal Crest Mobile Home Park (760) 365-0108 Member Since 2004
Grand Central Storage (760) 365-0093 Member Since 1997
Yucca Valley Federated Republican Woman Member Since 2005
Reminder Recycle your empty printer cartridges by dropping them off at the Chamber of Commerce.
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Pride And Spirit Recognition for February 2009
Ribbon Cuttings
Recognizing Elite Cosmetology School …
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ost people decide to open a business because they want to gain profit, status or even pursue a dream. Others do it for their passion for a particular trade or the people they want to ser ve. I n the case of Elite Cosmetology School it was created as a labor of love for the profession on the part of coowner Lucinda Cox and being able to provide the need of a local technical trade school in our Community by co-owner Holly Griffin. Elite Cosmetology School is the Morongo Basin’s first technical trade school. It is located at 56300 Twentynine Palms Highway, Suite 113, in Yucca Valley. This beautiful fully remodeled 3000 square foot school has all the newest state of the art equipment and even includes a full service area. The service area offers all services just like a full service salon that’s o p e n Tu e s d a y t h r o u g h Saturdays, from 9:30 a.m. till 3:30 p.m. All service are provided at discount prices and the services are performed by students under the supervision of Licensed Professional Instructors. Elite Cosmetology School currently offers three courses in the Cosmetology field. The courses offered are Manicurist Course, Esthetician Course and the Cosmetology Course that include both of the previous courses mentioned. They currently have capacity for up to 50 students. The Instructors at the school have 54 years of combined experience in the Cosmetology field. Mrs. Shelby one of the instructors has a 100% pass rate from her students that have been enrolled in the Manicurist
Course. All courses available can be completed within a year or less when enrolled full time. The completion times are as follows: Cosmetology course in 10 months, Esthetician course in 4 months and the Manicurist c o u r s e i n 3 m o n t h s. B o t h owners are very proud that their school is a NACCAS (National Accrediting Commission of Co s m e to l o g y o f A r t s a n d Sciences) Candidate School. As soon as they receive their accreditation it will help the students be eligible for financial aid including the GI Bill, Title IV and others. Currently they accept state rehabilitation students and they are working towards being part of the ROP (Regional Occupation Programs). To enroll at Elite Cosmetology School you don’t need to have a High School Diploma however you need to pass an ATB test. The instructors do encourage students to get their High School Diploma. You must be 17 years old in order to take the State Licensing test. Both owners look towards Elite Cosmetology school having its own building, large enough to accommodate a higher volume of students and also big enough to add courses such as Massage therapy, Electrolysis and many
others that are currently in demand. The Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce Community Pride and Spirit Committee is honored to grant the Community Pride and Spirit Award to Elite Cosmetology school for providing our community with the very first trade school, giving our community the opportunity to train, learn and achieve a profession with all the tools needed for licensing at this beautiful, convenient, state of the art facility.
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“Coffee with the Mayor” February 3, 2009 Please join Mayor Frank Luckino, Chamber President Neil Phelps and guest speaker, Susie Eckert, Executive Director of the Boys and Girls Club of the Hi-Desert for “Coffee with the Mayor” on Tuesday, February 3, 2009 at 7:00 a.m. in the Joshua Tree Room at the Yucca Valley Community Center, 57090 29 Palms Hwy. Ms. Eckert will update us on the activities and programs of the Boys and Girls
Club and explain how this great organization benefits our community by providing a safe place for kids. Mayor Luckino will discuss current issues of the Town and President Neil Phelps will highlight upcoming Chamber events. The public is encouraged to attend this FREE informal event. For information or directions call 760-365-6323.
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Chamber Challenge Chamber Hosts
Golf Tournament Set for March 27 WHAT:
Yucca Valley Chamber of Chamber Challenge Golf Tournament
WHEN:
Friday, March 27, 2009
WHERE:
Desert Winds Golf Course (Aboard the 29 Palms Marine Base in 29 Palms)
FEES:
$90 Per person, $350 Per 4-person team
INFO:
Sponsorships include the following–Tee or Green Sponsors are $50, Hole Sponsor is $100
Meet and Greet for 3rd District County Supervisor Neil Derry The Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce played host to 3rd District County Supervisor Neil Derry on January 14. During this informal meeting residents, elected officials and voters had an opportunity to meet and share some of their concerns with the Supervisor. Special thanks to the California Welcome Center for their hospitality.
Gold Sponsor $600 Sponsorship includes one four person team, banner at the start of the tournament and during the awards luncheon, graphic in “Thank you” ad, putting green sign, golf cart sign and table tent acknowledgement Silver Sponsors $300 Sponsorship includes entry for two people, banner at the start of the tournament and during the awards luncheon, graphic in “Thank you” ad, putting green sign, golf cart sign and table tent acknowledgement Bronze Sponsors $150 Sponsorship includes banner at the start of the tournament and during the awards luncheon, graphic in “Thank you” ad, putting green sign, golf cart sign and table tent acknowledgement. Hole Sponsor $100 Mention in “Thank You” ad, tee, green and golf cart signs Tee or Green Sponsors $50 Mention in “Thank You” ad, tee or green sign and golf cart sign Putting Green Sponsor $25 Mention in “Thank You” ad, putting green sign Golf Cart Sponsor $25 Mention in “Thank You” ad, golf cart sign
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HOSPICE OF MORONGO BASIN VOLUNTEER TRAINING SCHEDULED FOR FEBRUARY. In small ways and in just a few hours a month, you can make a difference! As a hospice volunteer you can offer practical help and emotional support to terminally ill people and their families. Classes will be held Wednesday and Friday evenings, February 18th through March 6th, from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Call Penny at 366-1308 to learn more about how you can become part of a caring, dedicated team of volunteers and staff. Reach Out Morongo Basin’s 5th Annual Parade of Homes will take place Sunday, February 15th 2009. This year all of the homes on the tour are located in Pioneertown, and a BBQ lunch and entertainment will be available. Event Details; February 15, 2009; Noon-5:00pm;Tickets: $20 (6 visits each) Purchase tickets at the 29 Palms or Yucca Valley Senior Centers, or http://www.reachoutmb.org/ParadeofHomes.asp Route 62 Vintage Marketplace formerly known as Route 62 Arts and Antiques is celebrating their five year anniversary on Sunday, February 1 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. It's a Potluck so bring your favorite dish to 55635 29 Palms Hwy. For more information call (760) 365-4003. Cynthia Kraemer of Windermere Real Estate has been honored by the National Association of Realtors as the recipient of the Good Neighbor Award for her volunteer work in numerous organizations in the Morongo Basin. Local insurance broker, Williams Insurance Service, Inc. has been selected to represent American Family Life Assurance Company (Aflac). This appointment recognizes Williams Insurance as a top independent insurance agency and the only brokerage in the Morongo Basin to be directly appointed to Aflac. Aflac is readily recognized from their national television commercials featuring the “Aflac duck”. Sandy Hartness of Sandy Paws Pet Grooming was featured in peoplepets.com for her creative grooming techniques. (760) 228-1233
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2009 Grubstake Days Theme Sought The Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce is seeking a three to five word theme for the 2009 Grubstake Days Parade. The author of the theme will be the guest of the Chamber in the May 23, 2009 Grubstake Days parade. This will be the 59th year for this community celebration, so help the Chamber make it the most memorable ever by participating. Please submit your theme idea to the Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce office no later than noon on Friday, February 13, 2009 by dropping it off to our office at 56711 29 Palms Hwy., fax to (760) 365-0763 or e-mail us at chamber@yuccavalley.org. The Board of Directors will review the theme suggestions and decide which theme to use at the February 17th Board meeting. Please call (760) 365-6323 for more information.
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Recap Report—December 2008 Committees are meeting on a regular basis to carry out goals set during the Planning Retreat. Membership Services: 2 new member; 17 renewals. Membership current total: 421 Other Services: Representatives from USDA-NRCS/Soil Survey Project were the guest speakers during the December “Coffee with the Mayor”; Launched the new Website; Had Chamber representation at Yucca Valley Planning Commission, Town Council and Water Board meetings; Provided opportunity for businesses to purchase required Federal & CA Employment posters. Contacts: Phone Calls: 258; Visitors: 397; Relocation/Tourism Packets: 7 Business Advocacy Task Force: Planned a workshop for those interested in starting a business in Yucca Valley helping them navigate the maze of permits and procedures required by the Town of Yucca Valley.
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Marketing: Launched the new Chamber website from WebSite Forge; Hosted a very successful FamTour for Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Family Readiness Officers; Conducted a “Shop Local for the Holidays” campaign; Recorded four radio ads encouraging residents to shop at ‘home for the holidays’; Contracted with Hi-Desert Star for full-page color-ad on Basinwide Calendar; Linked to Z107.7’s Webpage; Encouraged exploring retail stores in Yucca Valley with “What Store is This?” contest.
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2009 Grubstake Days Grand Marshal Sought The Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominees for the 2009 Grubstake Days Grand Marshal. The Chamber is asking the community to submit the name of the person they feel should be honored for this position and a brief paragraph stating why they feel the person deserves the honor.
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The Grand Marshal will be the guest of the Chamber in the May 23, 2009 Grubstake Days parade. This will be the 59th year for this community celebration, so help the Chamber make it the most memorable ever by participating. Please submit your nominee to the Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce office no later than noon on Friday, February 13, 2009 by dropping it off to our office at 56711 29 Palms Hwy., fax to (760) 365-0763 or e-mail us at chamber@yuccavalley.org. The Board of Directors will review the nominations and decide who will receive this honor at the February 17th Board meeting. Please call (760) 365-6323 for more information.
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February 2009 Calendar of Events February 3 February 3 February 3 February 3
Coffee with the Mayor - 7 am, YV Community Center–JT Room Executive Committee - 8:30am, Chamber Office Wastewater Public Advisory Committee - 6pm, HDWD Board Room Planning Commission - 7pm, YV Community Center–Yucca Room
February 4
HDWD Board Meeting - 6pm, 55439 29 Palms Hwy Yucca Valley
February 6
Membership/Ambassador Committee-12pm, Chamber Office
February 10
Economic Development/Marketing Committee meeting-8:00 a.m. at the Blak Box Theater, (Hi-Desert Cultural Center) 61231 29 Palms Hwy. in Joshua Tree
February 11
Starting a Business Workshop, 8:00 a.m., Cholla Room, YV Community Center
February 11
Scholarship Committee - 4pm, Chamber Office
February 12 February 12
Business Advocacy Task Force-8am, Chamber Office Town Council Meeting - 6pm, YV Community Center–Yucca Room
February 16
Chamber Office CLOSED, President’s Day
February 17 February 17 February 17
Board of Directors - 7am, YV Community Center–Mesquite Room Mixer 5-7pm Hi-Desert Water District - 55439 29 Palms Hwy Yucca Valle Planning Commission - 7pm, YV Community Center–Yucca Room
February 18
HDWD Board Meeting - 6pm, 55439 29 Palms Hwy Yucca Valley
February 24
Wastewater Public Advisory Committee - 6pm, HDWD Board Room
February 26
Town Council Meeting - 6pm, YV Community Center–Yucca Room
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CARJACKING in Desert Hot Springs DHS POLICE Desert Hot Springs, CAThe Desert Hot Springs Police Department is investigating a carjacking that occurred in the parking lot at 13200 Palm Drive. The victim was confronted by a Male Hispanic, about 20 years old, armed with a large frame, blue steel, semiautomatic handgun. The suspect had a brief conversation with the victim before striking the victim once in the head with the handgun. The suspect then demanded the victim’s keys and wallet. The victim threw his keys on the ground and fled the location. The victim suffered a small cut to his forehead. He was transported to Desert Regional Medical Center for
further treatment. The suspect was accompanied by a female Hispanic also in her 20’s. The car taken was a 2007 Silver Chevrolet Avalanche bearing California license #8C77659 which was last seen eastbound Hacienda Avenue. The Desert Hot Springs Police Department is trying to identify the suspect involved. The department is asking anyone with information to please call. The Desert Hot Springs Police Department would like to remind our citizens to report any suspicious activity immediately by calling “911” or calling our business line at (760) 329-2904.
Newport Beach Man Wanted for Burglary has Palm Springs Ties Staff & Wire Reports NEWPORT BEACH, CANewport Beach Police Detectives are seeking the public’s help in locating a burglary suspect who has been victimizing exclusive Newport Beach neighborhoods. Richard William Abbott (depicted) has been positively identified as the suspect who committed a residential burglary on October 25, 2008. Investigators believe he is also responsible for two other residential burglaries in the same neighborhood, which were committed in December 2008. Investigators have obtained an arrest warrant for Abbott charging him with 459 P.C. Burglary and bail has been set at $1 million dollars. Abbott’s method of operation is to target affluent neighborhoods and enter a residence through a skylight or
break open a window in order to gain access. Once inside, Abbott will target areas of the house likely to contain jewelry, cash and firearms. He will also attempt to defeat any safe located inside or remove it from the residence. Abbott’s last known address was in Palm Springs; however, his current whereabouts are unknown. He does know that he is wanted and should be considered armed and dangerous. The Newport Beach Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating Abbott. Any persons with information as to Abbott’s current location are encouraged to contact the Police Department’s Hotline at 1-(800)-550-NBPD and messages may be left anonymously if so desired.
Police Respond to Suspects Barricading Themselves Staff & Wire Reports COACHELLA, CAFour people barricaded themselves in a Coachella neighborhood, leading police into an all-afternoon standoff. At about 2:00 p.m., officers from the Coachella Police Department responded to the 84-000 block of Sundown Lane, in reference to a call for assistance from RAID (Riverside Auto Interdiction Detail) task force. RAID officers were at the location regarding an attempt warrant service for Eddie Ysiano, a parolee at large. Officers had approached the residence and saw Ysiano inside the garage with the garage door open. Ysiano saw the officers, shut the garage door and barricaded himself inside the residence. A perimeter was set around the residence and surrounding residences were evacuated as a safety precaution. Two subjects at the residence were immediately arrested without incident. Jose Fuentes, 33 years old of Coachella was arrested for an outstanding Felony warrant.
The second subject, Rene Torres, 29 years of Coachella was arrested for an outstanding Misdemeanor warrant. According to Deputy Herlinda Valenzuela, officers made numerous announcements for Ysiano and anyone else inside the residence to come out, but did not receive any reply. After approximately one hour, Ysiano opened the garage door and was taken into custody without incident. A search of the residence with the assistance of the K-9 unit yielded a barricaded female suspect in a rear bedroom of the residence. The female, identified as Olga Brambiala, 28 years, refused to comply with commands and was bitten by Canine Officer Raki . Brambiala was taken into custody and transported to a nearby hospital where she was treated and medically released. Brambiala was arrested for a felony violation. Anyone with information regarding this incident may contact the Coachella Police Department at 760-863-8990.
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