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Julian Beer Company - Merchant Of The Year
2018 MOY - Fred Dornan of Miner’s Diner hands the key to the community to Matt Pittman, brewer at Julian Beer Company at the annaul Merchant’s Picnic and Awards. July 17, 2019 at the Julian Farm and Orchard was the Annual Merchants Picnic. This annual event is an opportunity to recognize the people and businesses of our community who stand out and work so hard to make Julian such a special place to live and work. A good time was had by all and many guests were treated to a hayride around the property. Fresh berries were on hand from the farm as well. The event was catered by Descanso Junction and the guests raved about the food. Julian Pie Company donated a delicious dessert of crumbtopped pie. Though not all award recipients were in attendance, many welldeserved awards were bestowed on this evening. Community Service Awards • Post 468 Women’s Auxiliary • Claire Grindall • Community Heritage Foundation • Fiddle Pickin’ Volunteers • Friends of the Julian Library • Jesse Cross • Julian Arts Chorale • Kylee Hoelter • Kat Spilman • Kim Simas • 4th of July Parade Committee • SAL Post 468 • Legion Post 468 • Red Hawk Realty • Pat Straube • Triangle Club • Sally Snipes • Volcan Mountain Foundation • Woman’s Club Business Excellence Awards 1. Alter Experiences 2. Apple Alley Bakery 3. Candy Basket 4. Cooler 5. Crow and Lilac 6. Community Valley Bank 7. Don’s Market 8. Fort Cross 9. Heroes 10. Julian imports/Mercantile/ Trading company 11. Jeremys on the Hill 12. Julian Arts Guild 13. Julian Grille 14. Julian Mining Company & Julian Farm & Orchard 15. Julian Mountain Spa 16. Julian Pie Company 17. Julian Station 18. Julian Tea and Cottage Arts 19. Julian Theater company 20. Miner’s Diner 21. Mom’s Pie House 22. Mountain Gypsy 23. Nickel Beer 24. Orchard Hill Country Inn 25. Wynola Pizza’s Red Barn 26. Volcan Mountain Winery 27. Warm Hearth 28. Wynola Flats
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The volunteers and the various clubs and organizations.
Some of the numerous businesses who received awards
Julian Tasting Rooms Offering SIP of Julian
On Saturday, July 27th, 2019, the Julian Chamber of Commerce is co-hosting the 5th Annual ‘Sip of Julian’. The Sip features many of Julian’s alcoholic beverage purveyors. Proof that we’re not just about apples and great pie, we have growers and producers of wine, craft beer, mead (honey wine), craft cocktails, and delicious hard cider, offering up a sampling of their delicious handcrafted specialties. As in previous years, the event runs from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and gives tasters time to enjoy their samples paired with small bites at each venue, take in the scenery, and spend a relaxing day enjoying the sights and sounds of Julian. Ticket holders have the options of a self-guided day throughout Julian to visit the various participating locations, or to purchase a ticket with shuttle service, so that you may relax and let the comfortable vans take you from place to place in a flexible way that allows you to enjoy the event. “Summer is a beautiful time in Julian and this event allows you to sample the region’s fine crafted beverages, taste gourmet bites, and explore the backcountry.” “It’s a perfect excuse to book a quaint room and make it a weekend adventure!” Sales are limited and the event sold out last year. The first 125 people to sign up will receive a special Sip of Julian commemorative glass. Age verification, along with distribution of maps and logo glasses begins at 10:00 a.m. the day of the event at the Julian Chamber of Commerce located at Town Hall, 2129 Main Street. This event is a fundraising benefit for Julian’s Annual Country Christmas and Tree Lighting Celebration happening Saturday, November 30th, 2019. This annual event ushers in the holiday season with music, dancers, lighting the town Christmas tree, and culminates with the arrival of Santa & Mrs. Claus to listen to all the kids Christmas wishes. This is a 21 and Over Event Participating in 2019 Blue Door Winery Menghini Winery Volcan Mountain Winery Julian Wine & Chocolate Julian Beer Company Nickel Beer The Cooler Golden Coast Mead
July 24, 2019
Volume 34 — Issue 51 ISSN 1937-8416
County To Hold Public Forums On Community Choice Energy
by Tracy DeFore, County of San Diego Communications Office
The public can give input on whether the County should buy and sell electricity during four informational forums set for coming weeks. Board supervisors started exploring the idea of starting a community choice energy program, also known as community choice aggregation, in February. This program would allow the County to buy, and/or generate, and sell electricity to residents and business, providing another choice to consumers who currently must use San Diego Gas & Electric. Using a similar program called Direct Access, the County buys electricity and natural gas for its own facilities on the open market instead of directly from SDG&E. During the last three years, the direct access program has saved the County an average of about $3 million a year. Board supervisors are looking into whether the County should provide community choice energy to residents in the unincorporated areas. Utility experts, consumer groups and representatives from cities and counties that offer community choice all spoke before the Board during a workshop in April. County staff is compiling information on the pros and cons of getting into the business of community choice energy and will present the results of a feasibility study/business plan to the Board of Supervisors in October. Community Choice Energy Forums all meetings start at 6pm Monday, July 29 – Bonita Sunnyside Library, 4375 Bonita Road, Bonita 91902 Tuesday, July 30 – Lakeside Community Center, 9841 Vine St., Lakeside 92040 Wednesday, July 31 – Bonsall Community Center, 31505 Old River Road, Bonsall 92003 Tuesday, August 6 – 4S Ranch Library, 10433 Reserve Drive, San Diego 92127
Julian Hard Cider Wynola Pizza Red Barn Tickets are $35 for the event and $50 for Event with Shuttle Service from WTT Transportation
Upcoming “Age Well, Drive Smart” Events
Chamber President Tom Nickel, recruiting and urging others to get involved. A new location and some changes to the board highlighted the Annual Merchant’s picnic and awards last Wednesday. Weather cooperated with a mild night for some mixing and catching up for all in attendance. The Merchant of the Year presented by mistress of ceremonies Robin Boland went to Juilan Brewing Company. The other two awards: Volunteer of the Year to Dana Pettersen for her work with so many projects including the Miss Julian Pageant, Julian Town Square, and the 4th of July Parade. The President’s Award to Steve Uram for taking the helm of Country Christmas, finding new ways to raise funds and his ramroding the tree decorations and the town lights plus overall organizational skills.
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The Office of California State Assemblyman Randy Voepel, has announced that he will be hosting additional “Age Well, Drive Smart” events throughout the district. A recent event held in April at the Ronald Regan Community Center in El Cajon was a huge success, drawing out seniors throughout the district to hear what the legislature is doing to change the rules of the road. One upcoming event is scheduled for Thursday, August 22nd at the Ramona Library. Future events will be scheduled in the communities of Alpine, Borrego Springs and Hemet. Hosted in conjunction with the California Highway Patrol, and the Office of Traffic Safety, this FREE event is open to seniors ages 55 and older. Those who wish to receive instruction on driving safety and basic road courtesy as well as information on the impact of visual or hearing impairments, and tips to avoid hazardous road conditions are encouraged to attend. Some insurance companies offer discounted premiums with a certificate of course completion. Check with your insurance provider to confirm if this program is eligible for a discount. Individuals who would like more information, or wish to RSVP, can do so by calling Assemblyman Voepel’s District Office at (619) 2587737. The office is open Monday through Friday, 9 am – 5 pm. Assemblyman Randy Voepel represents the 71st Assembly District, which includes the communities of eastern San Diego County, including Alpine, Borrego Springs, Casa de Oro - Mount Helix, El Cajon, Lakeside, Jamul, Ramona, Rancho San Diego, Santee and Spring Valley; and southern Riverside County, including Anza, Aguanga, Idyllwild-Pine Cove, Lake Riverside and Mountain Center.
Covered California Releases Regional Data Behind Record-Low 0.8 Percent Rate Change For The Individual Market In 2020 Following up on the announcement that the average rate change for California’s individual market will be 0.8 percent in 2020, which is the lowest premium increase since 2014, Covered California released regional rate data on Friday. Many regions across the state will see little to no change in their underlying rates (such as West Los Angeles, San Diego County and the Inland Empire), others will see an average rate decrease (such as parts of northern counties and parts of the Central Valley), and some will see modest increases (such as parts of the Bay Area and the Central Coast). “These regional rates confirm once again that health care is local and personal. It also affirms that the overall story is a good one for consumers across California,” said Covered California Executive Director Peter V. Lee. “Even before considering the positive impact of new state subsidies, many Californians will be seeing little change or even decreases in their underlying premiums.” In addition, Covered California also released data on the statewide and regional average additional amounts that consumers would be able to save on their premiums if they shop around for the best deal. The average rate change for consumers who shop and switch to the lowest-cost plan in the same metal tier is -9.0 percent, which means that many Californians’ premiums will be even lower than their current premiums while maintaining the same level of benefits. Consumers in Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego and Santa Clara counties, as well as the Inland Empire, could see average rate reductions of over 10 percent if they shop and switch (see Table 2: Covered California Rate Changes by Rating Region). “Covered California’s competitive marketplace puts consumers in the driver’s seat by giving them the power to save money by switching plans and maintaining the same level of benefits,” Lee said. “Our health insurance companies know that if they don’t have the lowest rates possible, they are going to lose consumers.” It is important to note that the average rate changes and savings from shopping and switching do not reflect the additional savings available from the new state subsidies that an estimated 922,000 consumers will be eligible to receive, which will also lower the cost of coverage. The consumers who are projected to benefit from the new state subsidies are: An estimated 23,000 Covered California enrollees whose annual household income falls below 138 percent of the federal poverty level (FPL), which is less than $17,237 for an individual and $35,535 for a family of four. They will see their premiums for the benchmark plan lowered to $1 per member, per month. continued on page 7
Julian Natural Wonderfest at Jess Marting Park August 3rd — www.naturalwonderfest.com