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Wednesday June 18, 2014 Julian, CA.
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Fire Department Unveils Plan To Improve Service And Remain Independent
Let’s Just Call It ‘The Party’
by Michael Hart
The lightly attended Town Hall meeting last Tuesday (June 10) evening was a chance for the Julian Cuyamaca Fire Protection District (JCFPD) to explain the condition of the district and talk of their vision of the future. Board Member Patricia Landis led the two hour meeting with Chief Rick Marinelli handling the bulk of explaining and answering of questions. Landis opened the meeting explaining the process that the district has gone through over the past year since the contentious meetings over district finances and potential collapse. Chief Marinelli stressed the proposal was “not cast in stone” but also felt that the recommendations are in the best interest of the community. A committee was formed to review the finances and make suggestions for the future direction of the district. The committee chaired by Landis included James Baker, Marie Hutchinson, Jan Payne, Ron Osbun, Ron Brown Rebecca Luers and Less Turner, With input from the Chief they looked at the districts finances and plotted a direction they felt the district needed to pursue to improve service and maintain solvency. Julian deserves the same availability of services as “downthe-hill” communities according to the committee. In looking at the financial status for the district, local CPA Rebecca Luers reported that the district was solvent and with the addition of the new ambulance contract with the county would be for the next four years(the length of the contract). The Chief also reported on the new fire station, that the difficulties experienced in getting all the permitting necessary had finally been resolved and that as soon as CalTrans signed off the district was preparing to go forward with acquiring the necessary financing. Currently the benefit fee approved in 2007 has resulted in $420,000 in the bank. The issue of the newest fire engine has been addressed, but not resolved and the district is looking to sell it to another as yet unidentified agency. “The engine is not appropriate for use in the residential areas of the district, and the consensus of command personnel was it would be better
The 8th Annual Sons of The American Legion Dance and BBQ was well attended and had them on the dance floor well into the night.
The coverage areas for both the JCFPD and the Ambulance contract service.
to cut their losses and try to acquire a more functional unit. Chief Marinelli stated that if that plan fails they would find a way to make it work, but was hopeful a buyer could be found. The Chief addressed the committees proposal to increase the current $50 residential benefit fee, established in 1984, to $197. According to his presentation the Increased income would: • Improve Response time for EMS and fire emergencies. • Increase level of care • increase availability of service • Provide firefighter career opportunities • Lower insurance rates The increased fee (as proposed) Parcels with existing
Chief Rick Marinelli answering questions at the town hall about the future of the JCFPD.
construction shall be taxed according to the following schedule: • Every parcel within the District with a Single (1) Unit (dwelling or commercial structure): $197.00 • Improved Property: Every parcel within the District with Two to Four (2-4) Units: $293.00 • Improved Property: Every parcel within the District with More than Four (4) Units: $500.00 Separate parcels attached to a parcel containing a Unit shall be assessed as Vacant Land. Vacant parcels shall be taxed according to the following schedule: • Vacant Land: Each parcel within the District containing zero to .99 (0-.99) acres,
without a Unit: $9.50 • Vacant Land: Each parcel within the District containing one to five (1-5) acres, without a Unit: $16.00 • Vacant Land: Each parcel within the District containing 5.1 to 10 acres, without a Unit: $29.00 • Vacant Land: Each parcel within the District containing greater than ten (>10) acres, without a Unit: $43.00 The Chief stressed that this proposal has to pass the JCFPD board but also has to go to the voters (tentatively in November) and would need a 2/3 vote to be approved. For updates on all that is happening at the district the audience was directed to their website: http//wwwjcfpd.com , it was also suggested the interested parties visit the Julian station and talk to the Chief, Monday - Wednesday or anytime and meet the personnel.
Julian Historical Society Presentation
Julian’s Automotive History
On Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at 7:00 p.m., Carl Calvert and Frank Ball, both volunteers at the Motor Transport Museum in Campo, will speak on the history of Julian’s first horseless stage, the 1912 Mac. Through a unique set of circumstances, coincidences and determination this stage was rescued from certain destruction. Another Julian stage that was recovered from demise is the 1924 Cadillac. These stages were used to transport people and supplies to Julian from 1912 through the 1920’s. The restoration work on the two stages was done for the Julian Historical Society by the Motor Transport Museum volunteers at their museum facility in Campo, 31949 Highway 94, motortransportmuseum.org. They restored the 1912 Mac stage in 2003 and the 1924 Cadillac bus in 2013. The stages are on display in Julian’s Carriage House Museum Building. You are invited to this free presentation. The story of where these stages were ultimately found and what had been done with them is startling! Come and examine these stages for yourself and hear all about their unique history from Carl and Frank. Refreshments will be served. Julian Historical Society (Witch Creek School House Building) 2133 Fourth Street, Julian
The Historical Society’s 1912 Mac stage and the 1924 Cadillac bus
Annual Julian Blues Bash Saturday, June 21st(Sweet Sixteen) www.julianca.com
• Chamber Business Mixer •
Thursday July 10
Gates open at 10am $35.00 at the gate* * All U.S. Active or Retired Servicemen / Women and their spouse, with proper U.S. issued Gov’t ID, will be eligible for a $20.00 admission at the gate, the day of the show
Studio Samadhi
4th of July Parade Activities Start at 10am
June 18 - Julian Day At The San Diego County Fair