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April 2, 2015

Solana Beach signs on to study of fairgrounds impact

BY KRISTINA HOUCK Solana Beach has officially signed on to a study that will determine the impact that events at the Del Mar Fairgrounds have on the city and neighboring Del Mar. In a unanimous vote, the Solana Beach City Council on March 25 agreed

to pay a portion of the nearly $90,000 economic impact study to evaluate the fairgrounds. Solana Beach will share the cost with Del Mar and the 22nd District Agricultural Association, which operates the state-owned fairgrounds.

In November 2012, the 22nd DAA Board of Direc-

tors voted to settle a lawsuit filed against the district by Del Mar, Solana Beach and the San Dieguito River Park Joint Powers Authority over expansion plans at the Del Mar Fairgrounds.

Under the terms of the February 2013 settlement agreement, the board agreed to a joint study to deter-

mine the actual costs for services provided as well as revenue generated by the district for the neighboring cities. “It’s well known that on a regional basis, the fairgrounds are a regional asset economically,� said interim City Manager David Ott. “There have been several

studies on a very high level that have shown that, and I think that’s generally understood. What has never been done is to look at the cities that are most impacted by the activities at the fairgrounds.�

The Del Mar FairSee FAIRGROUNDS, page 22

TPHS Foundation hosts ‘40 Year Celebration’ fundraiser

Environmental meeting on Watermark Del Mar becomes forum for other concerns

BY KRISTINA HOUCK The city of Del Mar held a meeting March 26 to go over the scope of Watermark Del Mar’s Draft Environmental Impact Report, but some community members came to comment on the scale of the entire project.

Promoted as a “northern gateway to the Village of Del Mar,� Watermark Del Mar is a proposed one- and two-story multifamily development project on the vacant lot at Jimmy Durante Boulevard and San Dieguito Road.

Property owner Watermark DM LP introduced the project at a July 2013 workshop, which at the time included 54 one- to four-bedroom apartments and townhomes on the 2.3-acre site.

The project now proposed includes 12 structures that would feature 48 studio- to three-bedroom single-level flats and two-story townhomes, resulting in a proposed density of roughly 20 units per acre. Seven of the units would be affordable units, four of which would be given to the city.

The project also includes a recreation room, pool and spa, as well as a 108-space parking structure.

From land use and planning, to traffic and transportation, residents requested several environmental topics be studied in the environmental impact report. Concerns included potential effects on community character, presSee WATERMARK, page 19

The Torrey Pines High School Foundation held its “40 Year Celebration� fundraiser March 28 at the Belly Up. This event raises money for the TPHS Foundation’s “Support All Students� fund and the focus this year is to equip 100 classrooms with LCD projectors.

Pictured: Dana McCaskill, Carrie Butler, and Melissa Brewster. See more photos, page B12. Photo by McKenzie Images. For photos online, visit www.delmartimes.net.

Del Mar Mesa management plan moves closer to reopening trails

BY KAREN BILLING After eight long years in the forging, the San Diego Planning Commission unanimously approved the Del Mar Mesa Preserve’s Resource Management Plan on March 26. The plan now moves on to City Council for approval, getting one step closer to trails being once again legally open in Del Mar Mesa.

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said he used to take his children out into the preserve when they were small and they’ve become teenagers as the process has continued.

He said he’s very enthusiastic about the plan moving forward so that his family can enjoy it. “Without a well-managed plan, we will continue to have human encroachment tramping into areas that are environmentally

sensitive,� Bartlett said.

As Ben Stone, a board member of the San Diego Mountain Biking Association noted, the plan represents a balance of protecting the most sensitive areas while allowing public access.

Trails have been closed in the preserve since 2008 as the comprehensive plan has been in the works. More than 18 meetings of public outreach were held, and the

most controversial part of the plan was the trail maps.

The maps involved the closing of paths that were redundant or dangerous, and ones that were deemed to cross environmentally sensitive areas.

One of the biggest sticking points from user groups regarding the plan’s trail map is the lack of an eastwest connection. Requests were made

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CV planning board awaits environmental Spreading it around: Del Mar track’s report on proposed Cal Coast Academy new dirt is red, rich El Segundo sand

• School, nearby Clews Horse Ranch fail to reach agreement on zoning and easement of access road

BY KAREN BILLING The Carmel Valley Community Planning Board is considering a proposal to build a school within a rural area of Carmel Valley. At the March 26 meeting, the board heard school facility plans from Cal Coast Academy, as well as concerns from closely neighboring Clews Horse Ranch about the school’s noise and traffic negatively affecting the ranch and potentially threatening the success of the business.

The project is a process two, which means city staff is able to make a decision on the project based on its discretion. The board elected to wait to see the final environmental review document, the Mitigated Negative Declaration, before it makes a recommendation on the school, probably at the April 23 meeting.

The school and ranch have failed to reach a com-

promise with arguments over the zoning and the easement of Clews Ranch Road, the small decomposed-granite access road for both sites off Carmel Country Road.

Cal Coast said it has an official opinion from the city that the land is zoned multi-family, but the Clewses believe it to be within the agriculture rural zone and within the Multi-Habitat Protection Area. If a site is even partly within the area, the amount of development allowed is limited.

The Clewses argue that the location is not right for a school; Ted Shaw, representing Cal Coast, said that the school is allowed by right within the zone and that it is not within the Multi-Habitat Protection Area.

Cal Coast Academy purchased the one-acre property with the 140-year-old Stevens home two years ago.

Cal Coast Academy is proposing to build a school near the Clews Horse Ranch in Carmel Valley. Photo by Karen Billing They refurbished the home and are proposing to build a 5,340-square- foot classroom building next to the white house. Shaw, of the Atlantis Group, said the architectural style will complement the home with rustic board and batten siding and a tin roof.

A 24-space parking lot will serve the school’s 18 staff members and any visiSee ACADEMY, page 20

BY ED ZIERALSKI SPECIAL TO THE DM TIMES, CV NEWS., SB SUN Right now, the sounds of trucks, tractors, graders and a rock-crushing operation fill the morning air at Del Mar, replacing the pastoral sound of running horses. It’s all part of the process to replace the controversial Polytrack with a new dirt track at the storied seaside oval.

“The great experiment is coming to a halt,” Del Mar CEO and president Joe Harper said of the synthetic era in Southern California racing.

Harper knows he’s opening himself up to critics who will scrutinize the switch from synthetic to dirt.

“The fact is, statistically, if you look at the raw data, there are less catastrophic breakdowns on synthetics than dirt,” Harper said. “We certainly had less here than there was on our old dirt.

But our old dirt wasn’t good at the end. Hopefully, this will be a different type of dirt track.”

Del Mar’s new surface, the El Segundo sand, has a red, rich color and will be quite a contrast to the second-year turf course. — Ed Zieralski As the new, rich, reddish El Segundo Sand is being spread daily by huge 18-wheelers and smoothed with graders, track superintendent Richard Tedesco oversees the nearly $5 million project and tends to any issues that come up. This is a veteran track man who has put in dirt surfaces all over the world, at Hollywood Park, in Cyprus and Saudi Arabia, and scores of training tracks for private ranchers.

But clearly, this is the big one for Tedesco. He’s replacing a synthetic surface and all of its complex infrastructure with El Segundo sand, all done at sea level. It’s a track that sports a 2 percent grade on straightaways, 4 percent grade on turns, with horizontal drainage as opposed to vertical drainage required by the flat Polytrack.

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Board hears plan for YMCA facility, pool at Torrey Hills Community Park

BY KAREN BILLING Talks of a YMCA in Torrey Hills have reignited, eight years after the organization had to pull out of plans for a facility in the community.

At its March 17 meeting, the Torrey Hills Community Planning Board heard about the new potential for a YMCA on four acres that have been long vacant at Torrey Hills Community Park.

Bernie Porter, the senior vice president of human resources and general counsel for the YMCA of San Diego County, said the park space would be a wonderful place for a YMCA. “We are very interested in Torrey Hills and this area of the city. It is underserved by what we do,� said Porter, ticking off all the things the Y does, such as all things family, community, fitness and nutrition. “The

YMCA wants to be a ‘third place.’ You have a place you live, the place you work and the third place, where you hang out. We want to be a good, safe place to be.�

Porter has been with the YMCA since 1998 and recalls when plans for a Torrey Hills center started in 2002. Porter’s predecessor as general counsel and the YMCA’s former president negotiated a lease of the land at the park and began the process of gathering funds to build.

The YMCA had $2 million in developer fees, a $1 million gift from a private donor and were well on their way to hit $4 million when the city told them that the developer fees had not materialized as they thought.

As there was no city money, the $1 million donor then pulled out. “Overnight, we lost three of the four million we had raised and the wind was tak-

The Grand Del Mar, one of the county’s most luxurious resorts, will undergo a change of ownership and be overseen by Fairmont Hotels & Resorts. UT File photo

Grand Del Mar hotel to be sold, rebranded

BY LORI WEISBERG, SPECIAL TO THE CV NEWS, DM TIMES, SB SUN The Grand Del Mar, one of the county’s top five-star resorts, is being sold this week to the Fairmont Hotels chain and a Northern California investor, although owner “Papa�Doug Manchester will retain a minority stake.

The deal is expected to close March 31 (after press time for this newspaper), said Manchester Financial Group President Dick Gibbons. Manchester is also publisher of U-T San Diego. As part of the change in management, the hotel will be rebranded as the Fairmont Grand Del Mar. While the actual purchase price was not disclosed, Gibbons said that together, financier Richard Blum’s private equity firm, Blum Capital, and Fairmont’s parent company, FRHI Hotels & Resorts group, will be acquiring an 88 percent share of the resort, valued at $230 million. Manchester, who opened the 249-room Carmel Valley hotel in October 2007, will retain a 12 percent interest. “This represents a diversification of our investments and is an opportunity to invest with Blum Capital and Fairmont,� Gibbons said. “The affiliation with Fairmont’s world-

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Driver dies in Solana Beach crash A man was driving east on Lomas Santa Fe Drive approaching South Cedros Avenue when his vehicle veered to the right and struck a vehicle in the adjacent right-hand lane at 1:40 p.m. Saturday, March 28, according to the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department.

The vehicle drove up onto the sidewalk and struck the signal lamppost on the southwest corner of Lomas Santa Fe Drive and South Rios Drive. The post was uprooted from its base and fell, striking another vehicle that was traveling east.

The 59-year-old male driver was taken to Scripps La Jolla Hospital and pronounced dead a short time later. Witnesses said they observed him slumped over the steering wheel as the vehicle drove off the road. He had pre-existing medical conditions and is believed to have been unconscious before impact.

The man’s name is being withheld, pending notification of next of kin. No one else was injured in the crash. – Sheriff’s Department report

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Assistance League of Rancho San Dieguito donates camp scholarship The Assistance League of Rancho San Dieguito presented a $1,500 donation to the Del Mar Union School District at the March 25 board meeting. The donation was to support scholarships for children to attend sixth-grade outdoor education camp.

Pictured above: District trustee Scott Wooden, Assistance League of San Dieguito Scholarship Chair and President Roberta Waterman, Assistance League Vice President of Philanthropic Programs Valerie Thatcher, District President Doug Rafner, trustee Kristin Gibson and trustee Erica Halpern with the scholarship donation. The Assistance League of Rancho San Dieguito, which serves Cardiff, Encinitas and Solana Beach, also runs Operation School Bell, taking low-income students on school supply shopping sprees.

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School safety stressed after SB kidnap attempt

BY KAREN BILLING In light of a March 24 kidnapping attempt of a seven-year-old girl at Skyline School in Solana Beach, Del Mar Union School District Superintendent Holly McClurg reiterated the district’s focus on student safety at the March 25 meeting.

According to the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department, around 3:30 p.m. at Skyline, a man approached the girl and put his hand over her mouth, then tried to wrap packing tape around her head. The girl fought him and screamed, attracting the attention of teachers and parents. The suspect ran and is still at large.

McClurg said they have placed an emphasis on having as many employees outside as possible at the end of the school day to increase the number of eyes and ears looking out for students. Among staff, there is an emphasis on “If you see something, say something,” and the message of “Stranger danger” is being stressed to students.

Also, all of the district campuses’ gates and fences can be locked.

“Our No. 1 priority is making sure children are safe,” McClurg said.

The suspect in the March 24 kidnap attempt is described as a white man in his 40s with light brown hair and tan skin, about 6 feet tall with a medium build. He was seen driving a newer-model black and silver mid-size SUV similar to a Ford Flex. Anyone with information is asked to contact the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department at 858-565-5200.

Tests that replace STAR to be given to students

BY KAREN BILLING In May, Del Mar Union School District third- through sixth-grade students will be taking the new California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) tests. The tests will replace the STAR tests, and no Academic Performance Index (API) scores will not be calculated.

The Smarter Balanced Assessment tests will be given to students digitally on Chromebooks during the May 4-22 window, and paper-pencil California Standards Tests (CSTs), California Modified Assessment and California Alternative Performance Asssessment (CAPA) science tests will be given May 18-22.

Shelley Petersen, assistant superintendent of curriculum instruction, said she believes the new exams are better in terms of the way the students must demonstrate their ability to think critically rather than just regurgitate information. Petersen said the old tests had a ceiling; the new tests allow districts to do a better job of instruction by helping to identify students they need to accelerate and students who need extra help.

Parents can expect to see results in late summer with the district receiving results in early fall. Petersen said efforts would be taken to prepare parents for “less successful” results.

“This is a new assessment and much more rigorous standards,” Petersen said. “It’s going to take time for students’ skill and ability to be reflected on this new assessment.”

CV resident makes President’s List Savannah Jankosky, Carmel Valley resident and a student at the prestigious Pratt Institute in New York City, was among more than 1,000 students who made the President’s List in the Fall 2014 semester.

To the many thousands of Carmel Valley residents who studied the facts and supported us all through the approval process, a heartfelt thank you.

We’re excited about moving forward and creating something amazing, and contributing to the quality of life and abundance of choice here in coastal North County.

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Parents of accused Colorado shooter focus on prayer as they await his trial

BY JOE TASH Arlene Holmes started writing in her prayer journal in 2013, as a private way of dealing with the stress in the months after her son, James, was arrested and charged with fatally shooting 12 people and wounding dozens more in a Colorado movie theater.

But she decided to make her prayers public — in a self-published book called “When the Focus Shifts� — as a way of drawing attention to her opposition to the death penalty, especially for the mentally ill, and her advocacy for improved treatment for those with severe mental disorders.

The slim volume, taken almost verbatim from the pages of her handwritten journals, contains her prayers and pleas on such topics as sympathy for the shooting victims, her own feelings of guilt and the sleepless nights she has endured since that fatal day nearly three years ago. The book was published March

9, and is available in print and digital form on Amazon.com and other websites.

Proceeds will be donated to support mental health services. “I think it was very courageous of Arlene. It’s a very personal book for her. I’m hoping it helps other people who have kids with mental illness,� said her husband, Bob Holmes.

The Holmeses, who live in Rancho Peùasquitos, granted their first media interview recently to discuss the book, their fervent hope that their son does not receive the death penalty, and how they are coping with the tragedy of the Colorado shooting and their son’s role in it, as his capital murder trial approaches.

Opening arguments are expected to begin April 27 in Arapahoe County District Court in Colorado.

Among the prayers contained in the book is one for prosecutors who are handling James Holmes’ case. “I do not know what you have been through in

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Please stop this quest for death so you may focus on those who are alive,� Arlene wrote.

In another, she wrote that she prays for the victims daily: “Please, victims, please, feel my prayers. I pray for you by name.�

The couple turned to their church immediately after the 5:30 a.m. call on July 20, 2012, when their lives changed forever as they learned about the shooting from a reporter. Before that day, they had lived a normal life in the northern San Diego suburb, working and raising their children: son James and daughter Chris. Bob, 64, retired in 2014 after a career as an analytic scientist with a financial services firm. Arlene, 60, is a registered nurse, and continues to work parttime at a North County hospital. Their daughter is a college student.

On that morning in 2012, Arlene said she thought, “Who can I call, who will drop

everything and come and do something, help us cope? I knew if I called the church they would come.�

Along with support and prayer, she said, her church is taking up the cause of improving care for the mentally ill. “This is starting to be a mission for churches in general,� she said.

Arlene and Bob know the trial will dredge up painful memories for the victims, relatives of the dead and themselves. Even so, they are determined to attend. “He is our son. We will go,� she said.

But they continue to hold out hope that the district attorney will change his mind and accept a defense offer of a guilty plea in exchange for a sentence of life without parole, which they said would spare everyone the ordeal of a trial expected to last until Labor Day. “He (the DA) could do it right now, today,� said Arlene. “This would all come to a grinding halt if (James) could plead guilty, and the DA would accept the plea for life

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A trial and subsequent potential appeals, said Bob, “delays the healing process for years and that’s what can be avoided ‌ a lot of pain and suffering by the victims.â€?

The potential death penalty makes it even worse, the couple said. “My basic feeling is it’s immoral to have a state kill its own citizens, no matter what they did,� Arlene said. “I’ve always thought it was wrong. Now I’ve had a lot of time to think about it, and how much it hurts people.�

As the trial approaches, the couple continue to agonize over what, if anything, they could have done to get help for their son and possibly prevent the shooting. “That’s some of the guilt we have, that we didn’t recognize he was ill and needed treatment,� Arlene said.

Since the shooting, she said, she has tried to educate herself about mental illness, and one of the things she has learned is that brain disorders start early.

While they are limited in what they can say about their son before the trial, Arlene said, “Our kid was quiet, compliant, obeyed all the rules. He never bothered anyone, he never harmed anyone. That’s a teacher’s dream. So they’re not going to earmark him as a problem child.�

Growing up, James showed no affinity for guns, according to his parents, although news reports said he was heavily armed at the time of the theater shooting. “We never owned a gun and (James) showed no interest in guns,� said Arlene. “This was definitely a function of his mental illness,� said Bob. Once the trial is over, said Arlene, she would like to speak at college campuses about the need for more effective mental health services.

For now, though, the family is bracing for the trial. “I’m trying not to dread it, but it’s just looming there,� said Bob. “I’m just trying to get through each day.�

Arlene said she will look to prayer to get through the pain and anguish of the legal proceedings, as well as seeking comfort for the victims and her own family. “Because so many people like to blame the parents if a child is mentally ill, we have to reaffirm to ourselves every day that we were good parents and good people, and this still happened anyway,� she said.

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Second Canine Companion ‘enrolls’ in Del Mar district to help students

BY KRISTINA HOUCK Del Mar Union School District now has two furry friends helping special-needs students.

The district recently welcomed its second facility dog from Canine Companions for Independence, a nonprofit that aims to enhance the lives of people with disabilities through trained assistance dogs and ongoing support.

Omeeka II, a Labrador-golden retriever mix, works with special-needs students alongside occupational therapist Bree Dambacher. Dambacher is the second of four occupational therapists at the district who has partnered with a facility dog.

“I use Omeeka in just about every activity I do with students,” said Dambacher, who has worked at the district for seven years. “Kids are more motivated. Everything is fun.”

With Omeeka’s help, Dambacher helps children in kindergarten through sixth grade with moderate to severe disabilities, including autism, Down syndrome and speech delays, at Del Mar Heights Elementary School, Del Mar Hills Academy and Ashley Falls School. Using Omeeka’s speech commands, the students work on fine motor skills and therapeutic goals.

When children are working on dressing, they button Omeeka’s shirt. When they are writing, Omeeka brings them pencils.

And when they are practicing their fine motor skills, they put Omeeka’s kibble in her bowl using chopsticks, and water in her bowl using droppers.

As a reward for kids with behavioral issues, students get to play fetch and walk Omeeka.

“It’s been great to work with her,” Dambacher said. “I’m really lucky to have her.”

Dambacher wanted to work with a facil-

ity dog ever since she heard about Melissa Buffin’s work with her canine companion, Teal, during a presentation at Del Mar Heights School.

Buffin, who has worked as an occupational therapist at the district for five years, partnered with Mr. T — short for his given name — in August 2011. She and Mr. T work with children in preschool through sixth grade at Sage Canyon School, Sycamore Ridge School and Sycamore Ridge’s Child Development Center.

“I feel like I can accomplish things faster,” said Buffin, who is on maternity leave.

“Their goals are met faster, they are more engaged and they are highly motivated. You can see the difference.”

Canine Companions for Independence dogs are trained for two years, learning more than 40 specialized commands before they are ready to graduate. Both Buffin and Dambacher had to complete a rigorous teamtraining course at Canine Companions’ Southwest Regional Training Center in Oceanside, where they were matched with their respective assistance dogs and learned how to work with them safely and effectively.

“They continue to work with me and with him to contour his commands to what the kids I work with need,” Buffin said. “I wasn’t even expecting that. I think it’s incredible the amount of support that they give to these dogs and the people that work with them.”

Some of the special commands Omeeka and Mr. T have learned include the “crash” command, where the dogs lie on top of children with autism, applying pressure. This serves as a sensory break when a student feels overwhelmed.

Another command is the “step” command, where the dogs place their feet on a

Left, Bree Dambacher and Omeeka; right, Melissa Buffin and Mr. T. Courtesy photos child’s feet or wheelchair footplate to get up close and personal.

Some of the most special moments, however, stem from small activities, Buffin said.

During every Halloween parade and graduation ceremony, she and Mr. T dress up to encourage timid children to participate. The pair have dressed up as a crayon and a piece of paper, and Cruella de Vil and a Dalmatian, among other costumes.

“It’s not even a part of therapy, but it’s him being a part of our program,” Buffin said. “Because of Mr. T, kids that normally wouldn’t participate, participate. I think that’s awesome.

“I’m thankful that Del Mar Union School District has been so supportive,” Buf-

fin added. “I think that shows their dedication to cutting-edge intervention for kids and being open-minded.”

Founded in 1975, Canine Companions has six training centers across the country, including the Oceanside center. Thanks to the organization’s supporters, the dogs, their training and ongoing follow-up are provided free.

“As a therapist, you always want to be as effective as possible. With Mr. T, I feel more effective,” Buffin said. “I think that’s the most rewarding thing you could ever ask for in the field that I’m in. It’s just such a positive experience.”

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Vision of Children instrumental in funding groundbreaking research around the world

BY LOIS ALTER MARK As it gets ready for its silver anniversary next year, the Vision of Children Foundation held a special luncheon at the Grand Del Mar March 24 to thank its longtime donors.

The San Diego-based nonprofit has been a driving force in the quest to find a cure for genetically caused eye disorders for almost 25 years.

Local residents Sam and Vivian Hardage founded Vision of Children when ophthalmologists told them there was no treatment for their son, who was born with ocular albinism type 1 (OA1), a rare and debilitating genetic eye disease.

“I thought we’d get it done in six to eight months,” laughed Sam Hardage in his opening speech. “It’s been an incredible journey, and this is the year we’re going to celebrate success.”

He thanked donors for being there “today, and always,” and talked about Vision of Children being pioneers in promoting research for hereditary vision disorders.

“When we started out, we couldn’t find one researcher,” he said.

Determined to change that, Vision of Children has been instrumental in funding groundbreaking research around the world.

The organization has been acknowledged in more than a dozen scientific articles, and is now supporting clinical trials being conducted by Michael Struck, MD, a researcher based at the University of Wisconsin Madison.

Vision of Children has also hosted eight World Symposiums on Ocular Albinism and is directly funding five labs globally. All of this has made a tremendous impact.

“We’re at cure point!” announced Gary Ostrow, MD, director of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus at Scripps, to wild applause from the audience. “We’re actually starting to repair genes and restore vision.”

Although he didn’t want to get too “science-y” for the lay crowd, he described viral vector gene therapy as a breakthrough, and shared his joy about finally being able to offer hope to his patients.

“I see 30 kids a week, and trying to help those with congenital eye disease has always been the least rewarding part of my job,” said Ostrow, who also serves on the Vision of Children board. “These children are slowly going blind on my watch, and it’s devastating. Now, I can honestly give them hope.”

Also offering hope — with a big dose of humor — was keynote speaker Jeremy Poincenot.

One day six years ago, as a 19-year-old sophomore at San Diego State University, Poincenot realized he had to squint in order to read a sign. He went for a check-up and, when he was told to cover his left eye, couldn’t see anything.

“I assumed I’d need big Steve Urkel glasses,” said Poincenot, “which would’ve been OK because Martin Scorsese makes them look cool.”

Unfortunately, glasses weren’t the answer. And after a number of misdiagnoses, Poincenot was told he had Leber’s hereditary optic neuropathy, a rare and untreatable disease that occurs in 1 in 50,000 people. Within two months, he went from having perfect vision to being declared legally blind.

on.”

Sam Hardage, Jeremy Poincenot, Theresa Drouilliard Poincenot no longer had any central vision, and he compares this condition to a doughnut: he can see peripherally, but nothing in the middle. He can’t drive, distinguish faces or read without assistive technology.

“I felt completely sorry for myself and didn’t want to get out of bed,” he remembered. “I was happier in my dreams, where I could still see perfectly, than when I woke up to the harsh reality of being legally blind.”

Everything changed when Poincenot heard about a small-plane crash, in which the pilot survived and the rest of his family died. The pilot asked, during a TV interview, whether anyone could help him learn how to move forward after this tragedy.

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Both were life-changing for Poincenot. As someone who was on the SDSU varsity golf team for three years and who bonded over the game with his father every Sunday, not being able to play was devastating.

The pair entered their first tournament, where, Poincenot said, he took credit for the good shots and blamed his dad for the bad ones. When he met fellow golfer John Casolo at the National Championship, he experienced another reality check.

“I shot a 97 and John shot a 324! That is outrageously bad,” said Poincenot. “But he just said he had a great day and was happy. Now, whenever I’m upset, I always think, ‘How would John handle this?’”

With his dad as his guide, Poincenot went on to win the World Blind Golf Championship. “We won it as a team,” he insisted. “It See VISION, page 18

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“This is a gorgeous park and I’m really happy to have it here,” said Manjeet Ranu, a former Carmel Valley Community Planning Board who was committed for years to getting the park built and served on the park design Jayan Sasaki on the slide at the Scott Tillson Playground. committee. “It’s been exciting to come down here for play dates and to see how it brings the community together.”

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Ranu thanked San Diego Council President Sherri Lightner for her leadership in getting the park done. From the day she took office, Lightner said she heard from Pacific Highlands Ranch residents about wanting to grow their community, and she was able to expedite the land acquisition in 2010.

“This would not have happened without the will of the community,” Lightner said. “Solana Ranch Park is near and dear to my heart. It’s an example of collaboration and community planning done right.”

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“The developer was able to work with the community,” Solana Ranch Park. she said, repeating the statement for emphasis. “And I’m very glad they did.”

Beth Fisher of Pardee Homes said she was thrilled to be there to see the park opened as they had envisioned and said she looks forward to the community’s future amenities, such as the Village, the library and another park.

“It’s wonderful to see new amenities like this going up in San Diego,” said Herman Parker, city parks and recreation director. “The park has an array of different recreational opportunities that will be in the community for years to come. Our parks are really where we create memories ... They’re the backbone of a community and create a sense of place.”

The five-acre park, designed by a committee of residents, features a tree-lined promenade, multi-use play field, picnic tables, a comfort station, grassy amphitheater space, a half basketball court and a walking loop of about a quarter mile. The tot lot play area for children, with slides, merry-go-round and swings, is named the Scott Tillson Playground, in honor of the dedicated community volunteer and member of the Carmel Valley Community Planning Board who passed away in 2011.

Tillson was very involved in the passage of Prop C, a successful citywide ballot measure that untied Pacific Highlands Ranch’s development from the completion of the Interstate 5/ Highway 56 connectors.

“He was really instrumental in making this park happen,” said Ranu, calling Tillson a friend whom he learned a lot from on the planning board. “Having a playground in his memory makes it really special for me.”

Tillson’s widow, Pat, and some of his family members were present to help celebrate the park’s opening.

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Carmel Valley charter sailing business prepares to cast off

BY KAREN BILLING A Carmel Valley couple is getting ready to launch their new charter sailing company, Espiritu Santi Luxury Catamaran Tours.

Patty Zamora and Santiago Becerra hope to take people out on their 57-foot catamaran Espiritu Santi for bay cruises, corporate outings, photo shoots and even overnight trips to Catalina.

Zamora is a former communications executive who worked for CNN, Qualcomm, Novatel Wireless and Life Technologies (now Thermo Fisher Scientific), and Becerra is a software development executive at MeLLmo in Solana Beach, with a background in video game development. He developed Angelo Studio, which was acquired by Rockstar Games, and then founded a business software development company that was purchased by the French company Business Objects.

Becerra has lived in his Carmel Valley home since 2006, but the pair have been in San Diego since 1990, when they were both attending UC San Diego. They dated in college but didn’t reconnect until four years ago, after both had been married and divorced.

“We picked up right where it left off, and we were married last July,” Zamora said.

Zamora has gotten more into sailing since being with Becerra, enjoying being out on the ocean, sailing to spots like Cabo San Lucas and taking their three children, Sophia, Nicholas and James, on snorkeling adventures. “(The boat) is really special,” Zamora said. “Santi always had a dream of having a

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The blueprint was framed in his office as he worked on his start-up software development company. When he got lucky and sold the company four years later, he gave the designer a call.

At the time, the designer was building out of a South African shipyard, but it had collapsed because of economic distress. Because it was very expensive to build in the U.S., Becerra suggested a boatyard in Chile.

The boat designer loved the suggestion and paired with the builder in what would be a fruitful relationship: They built eight more boats together after Espiritu Santi was completed in 2007.

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“It makes for a very relaxing retreat,” Zamora said. “It’s very comfortable.”

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Del Mar makes history with warm welcome for conference guests

BY KRISTINA HOUCK Although Del Mar may be San Diego County’s smallest city, it recently made a big impact on dozens of historians from across the country. About 80 people visited March 19-21 for the Southwest Oral History Association’s Annual Conference.

“If you’re going to have a conference, you won’t find any place more enjoyable or scenic than Del Mar,” said Caryll Batt Dziedziak, president of the association.

“When you think of a typical conference, you are usually in some sterile hotel banquet room and you don’t have a chance to go outside.

This afforded all of us the opportunity to enjoy the community.”

This year’s conference theme was “It Takes a Village: Building Community Through Oral History.”

Sponsored by the Del Mar Historical Society, the threeday event brought people to multiple panels and workshops at several Del Mar sites, including Clarion Inn Del Mar Inn, Hotel Indigo Del Mar, L’Auberge Del Mar, Del Mar Library, The Winston School, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church and Powerhouse Community Center.

Left photo: L-R, Tensia Moriel Trejo, Caryll Batt Dziedziak, Annie DuVal. (Center) Larry Brooks, Suzi Resnik, Al Corti, Caryll Dziedziak. Top right: A presentation during the Southwest Oral History Association conference at the Del Mar Powerhouse. Photos by Jon Clark “It was a huge event for the historical society, but I think it was also very successful for Del Mar,” said Larry Brooks, president of the Del Mar Historical Society. “The people loved Del Mar. They loved the restaurants, they loved the venues, they loved just walking around.”

Founded in 1981, the Southwest Oral History Association serves oral historians in Arizona, Southern California, Nevada, New Mexico and contiguous areas. Through publications, meetings, workshops and special events, the association supports and promotes oral history as a method to explore and record history, culture and current experiences in the Southwestern United States.

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Barbara Harper, founder of the Friends of the Powerhouse, discussed the organization’s work to preserve the city’s historical Powerhouse Community Center.

Built in 1928, the facility was once a functioning powerhouse that supplied heat and hot water to a nearby hotel.

Thanks to more than $450,000 in donations from local residents and businesses, the building was renovated and opened as a community center in late 1999.

“The main goal has always been to save and restore this building,” she said. “It now serves the whole community, and that’s why it’s really great to see everybody here.”

This is the first time the conference has taken place in Del Mar. Four representatives of the Del Mar Historical Society

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by Annie DuVal, Rob Healey, Suzi Resnick and Tensia Trejo, members of the association wanted to experience Del Mar. The historical society made that happen.

“The people who are involved with the Del Mar Historical Society are just tremendous, energetic ambassadors for the Village of Del Mar,” said Marcie Gallo, first vice president of the association.

“The spirit of Del Mar has been tremendous. The people have gone above and beyond our expectations.”

For more about the Del Mar Historical Society, visit www.delmarhistoricalsociety.org.

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Solana Beach resident named director of Winners of the philanthropy at Scripps Research Institute 5th/6th-grade The Scripps Research Institute has named Christopher A. Lee, formerly of PCI (Project Concern International), as director of philanthropy on the institute’s La Jolla campus.

“Chris brings a tremendous amount of energy, enthusiasm and experience to the job,” said David Blinder, senior vice president of external affairs at TSRI. “We look forward to working with him to raise support for the institute’s groundbreaking science and top-tier graduate education.”

Lee was most recently vice president of PCI in the global health and development organization’s San Diego headquarters, where he managed private fundraising operations, marketing and communications. Before his position at PCI, he worked for seven years at the Sanford-Burnham Medical Christopher A. Research Institute, where he was director, then vice president, for external Lee relations.

A graduate of West Virginia University (BA, political science) and Villanova University (MBA), Lee previously held fundraising positions with Catholic Relief Services in Baltimore and Villanova University in Philadelphia, and worked as a legislative staff member for then-Congressman Alan Mollohan (D-WV) on Capitol Hill.

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DM resident chosen as mentor for business group The Chairmen’s RoundTable, a San Diego nonprofit that provides pro-bono mentoring to the county’s businesses, announced recently that Del Mar resident Ira Sharp will be one of three new mentors who have joined in its mission.

The other two are Greg Gudorf and Thomas Ladt.

Mentors commit to volunteering their time to support the group’s executive mentoring program.

“These three bring solid experience, especially in the area of successful turnarounds, to our bench,” said Richard Earnest, CRT’s chairman. “We are lucky that San Diego is such an ideal place to live because we can attract high-quality working ‘retirees’ to our community and then engage them with us to build a better San Diego —

one company at a time.”

Ira Sharp was a practicing attorney for nearly 10 years in St. Louis before moving to Washington, D.C., to take over a struggling family business. He successfully turned the company around from bankruptcy to a highly profitable industry leader, running the company for 27 years until it was sold to a Fortune 1000 company.

“As an attorney, I was hands-on with my clients,” said Sharp. “I developed deep relationships and often found myself providing guidance on multiple aspects of their business. That was an aspect of my work I really enjoyed, and I see the CRT as an opportunity for me to return to my passion of mentoring and advising business owners.

For information and to read about past client successes, visit www.crt-sd.com.

Bulldogs 3v3 Tournament

Congratulations to the winners of the first Bulldogs 3v3 Basketball tournament sponsored by the Boys & Girls Club.

The team had a tough battle playing multiple games, and losing one game early in the tournament, but came back to take the championship in the final game. Pictured, L-R: Coach Mike LeRose, Alan Umansky, Ryan Rosenfield, Christian LeRose and Nathan Witte.

CCA students earn top awards at Science Fair Canyon Crest Academy students earned numerous awards at the March 26 Greater San Diego Science Fair.

The students’ research projects covered categories such as Computer Science, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Materials, Mathematical Science, Medicine-Health Science and Microbiology.

CCA students received the following awards: Sweepstakes (highest award and all expenses paid trip to Intel Science Fair in Pittsburgh): Brian Xia Sweepstakes Taiwanese Society

Scholarship: Anthony Kang Sweepstakes Runners-Up: Simon Kuang, Maggie Chen 1st place winners (all those above and): Kevin Wu, Paul Gauvreau, Julia Cochrane 2nd place: Kevin Sabellico, Eschaan Nachani, Luke Lundgren Anthony Kang, Brian Xia, Kevin Wu, Maggie Chen, Paul Gauvreau and Simon Kuang qualified for the California State Science Fair on May 18-19.

Congratulations to all the students on their hard work and success!

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The Torrey Pines High School Wind Ensemble.

The Torrey Pines High School Jazz Ensemble.

TPHS Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band shine at recent concerts The Torrey Pines High School Music Department congratulates the Wind Ensemble and the Jazz Band for their successes at recent festivals. The Wind Ensemble received a unanimous superior rating at the Southern California School Band and Orchestra Association festival on March 5, earning the opportunity to compete at the regional festival in May.

Friends Night Out program offers Earl Warren school update April 9 Eager to see what your Prop AA tax dollars will be funding? Perhaps you have already noticed that Warren Hall has been torn down? After this school year ends, the rest of Earl Warren Middle School will also be demolished.

Come hear what plans are in store for the school campus, Warren Hall and the Solana Beach Library renovation at 6:30 p.m. April 9. John Addleman is the director of planning services from San Dieguito Union High School District. He will provide an Earl Warren campus update, including information on the features of the new campus, along with timelines for the construction.

The presentation, part of the Solana Beach Library Friends Night Out Program, will be in the Solana Beach Library, 157 Stevens Ave. For information, call 858-755-1404.

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The Jazz Band received first place in the March 21 Irvine Jazz Festival for its second year in a row, and an award for best trumpet section. Outstanding soloist awards were earned by Violet Leon (vocals), Francisco Jo (alto sax), Zachary Siegel (trumpet), Lenni Elbe (trombone), Harold Shen (piano), Nicolas Calle (guitar) and Derek Xu (guitar).

Free child-safety workshops offered Free child safety workshops from Kidpower San Diego are scheduled at the Ocean Air Recreation Center on April 11, from 1-3 p.m., for children 4-8 years and May 16, from 1-4 p.m., for children 9-13 years. More workshops can be organized, including workshops for teens, adults, and seniors, by contacting KidpowerSD@gmail.com.

Workshops are offered to Skyline Elementary families and faculty free of charge. In addition, scholarships are available for any family in need. Numerous free resources are available at Kidpower.org, including articles on protecting the emotional safety of children after a frightening event.

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Individuals or corporations interested in making a tax-deductible donation can do so at Kidpower.org. Ocean Air Recreation Center is located at 4770 Fairport Way, San Diego (Carmel Valley), 92130.

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Right: Rotarian Bill Sutton works with a La Clase Magica student while Rotarian Susan Hennenfent observes. Below: Rotarian Jan Parsons, Rotary President Diane Huckabee, and La Clase Magica Program Director Sandra Telles.

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DM-SB Rotarians dig in with students Del Mar-Solana Beach Rotarians recently assisted young students of La Clase Magica in Solana Beach with planting vegetables outside their classroom.

The planting was for educational and beautification purposes, as well as for future eating.

This small project was done on a Wednesday afternoon in preparation for a more significant work project on April 25, during Rotary International’s world-wide “Rotarians at Work Day.” This project will include painting, repairs and addi- Rotary President-Elect Seymour Myers, MD, Ilana Brown, tional furnishings to en- and Rotary President Diane Huckabee take time out as hance the program’s effec- others work with the La Clase Magica students. tiveness. Non-Rotarians are invited to join Rotarians in this project.

La Clase Magica helps children and adults in underserved neighborhoods throughout San Diego. It provides educational resources such as technology, fun curriculum, and college students to help children bridge the many learning barriers facing minority populations.

Each site provides an encouraging atmosphere and safe learning environment for youngsters. See http://www.laclasemagica.com.

For more on the Del Mar-Solana Beach Rotary, visit www.DMSBRotary.com.

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Del Mar Times Letters to the editor/Opinion Solana Beach Sun Carmel Valley News ‘Walkable community’ still 3702 Via de la Valle Suite 202W Del Mar, CA 92014 858-756-1403

We must all decrease our water use — take the Water needs Savings Challenge now!

to keep Del Mar’s traffic flowing

We all know the traffic through Del Mar has been challenging these past few weeks with the removal of the use of Jimmy Durante Boulevard because of street repairs. During this “slow” time of year, a single lane has not proven to be sufficient to move traffic through town.

I am concerned that this traffic pattern will be the new norm in Del Mar if the City The Del Mar Times (USPS 1980) is published leaders are allowed to continue their quest to make Del Mar a “walkable community” by every Friday by U-T Community Press. changing traffic patterns and removing vehicle travel lanes on Camino Del Mar. Adjudicated as a newspaper of general I’m all for a walkable community, but not at the expense of not being able to get home circulation by Superior Court No.GIC in a reasonable amount of time. When did “walkable” and traffic flowing at a reasonable 748533,December 21,2000.Copyright speed become mutually exclusive? And when did pollution from an idling engine in grid© 2013 U-T Community Press. All rights locked traffic become an attractive addition to our city? Signs in the park say “No Idling — reserved. No part of the contents of this Protect the Surf,” and yet we are funding designs to reduce travel lanes and thus create miles publication may be reproduced in any of idling engines on our main roadway? This thinking makes no sense to me. My Highlandmedium,including print and electronic er rolls faster than the 25 mile per hour speed limit envisioned throughout town.

We need to put a stop now to the waste of funds for design of this ill-conceived folly. If media,without the express written consent you are similarly concerned, please let your voice be heard. of U-T Community Press.

Nancy Stoke Del Mar

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DOUGLAS F. MANCHESTER Publisher PHYLLIS PFEIFFER President LORINE WRIGHT Executive Editor editor@delmartimes.net editor@rsfreview.com KAREN BILLING Senior News Writer KRISTINA HOUCK Reporter MARSHA SUTTON Senior Education Reporter JON CLARK Photographer DON PARKS Chief Revenue Officer RYAN DELLINGER, COLLEEN GRAY, GABBY CORDOBA, DAVE LONG, MICHAEL RATIGAN, PIPER STEIN, ASHLEY O’DONNELL

Why preferential treatment in some areas of Del Mar? In order to build the red-brick office building at the corner of Ninth and Camino Del Mar, Del Mar required the sewer and street drainage lines, which ran across the front 8 feet of private property (easement) be relocated into the street (Camino Del Mar).

When The Prep kitchen and the second-story Bull Taco restaurants at 1201 Camino Del Mar were built over the same utility easement without having to move the lines into the street, how was the application approved by the Planning Department?

Today, if I wanted to remove the dirt bank in front of 1049 Camino Del Mar and extend our front building out over that utility easement, would we have to move the sewer/ drainage lines into the street, at our expense? What were the criteria for preferential treatment at 1201 Camino Del Mar? What were the criteria for apparent preferential treatment when Jimmy O’s restaurant/bar, the Americana Café and other restaurant/bars were approved without providing the required parking spaces? There must be some criteria, not stated in the adopted rules and regulations for zoning that allows for such preferential treatment — where is it?

In my opinion, there is a litany of such examples of preferential treatment of zoning approvals by the Del Mar Planning Department, which should be examined to find out why the adopted laws are not followed.

Ralph Peck Del Mar

It’s like David vs. Goliath: Truth should be told

My neighbors and I are opposed to the building of a mega mall in our neighborhood.

When I encountered two Kilroy signature gathers on a recent Sunday in front of Target Advertising in another area, they asked me if I was interested in: “Keeping jobs in San Diego? Did I support economic growth?”

DARA ELSTEIN I said: “Sure, where do I sign?”

Business Manager The Kilroy signature gatherer made it impossible for me to see the whole page that I BEAU BROWN was asked to sign. Under the folded hidden top of this form, after I asked him to show me, I Art Director saw that it was to remove signatures from the opposition petition. It is sure that most who ROXY BEVILACQUA were deceived into signing Kilroy’s “petition” did not know the true nature of the form!

This giant development company is a bully!

Graphic Designer I am appalled at such deceptive practices. Please note that Kilroy is spending millions ASHLEY FREDERICK of dollars to deceive our neighbors! Kilroy also took San Diego City Council members on a Graphic Designer bus tour to show them how Kilroy could improve their districts. This was the day before the LAURA GROCH, AMY STIRNKORB vote.

Production/Editorial Assistant We are parents, students, homeowners, who want safety and do not want to jam so much traffic into a small area.

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was such a thrill, everything was a blur. No pun intended.”

Poincenot also won over the audience as he marveled over the opportunities he is thankful to have received. “I’ve been flown to Japan and China to raise awareness,” he said, Topical letters to the editor are encouraged and we make an effort to print them all. Letters are limited to 200 words or less “and I was featured on a segment of 20/20 — which is kind of ironic, if you think about it.”

His warmth and relatability make him an inspiration to kids going through similar and submissions are limited to one every two weeks per author.

Submission must include a full name, address, e-mail address challenges — and make him the perfect Vision Hero Ambassador for Vision of Children. (if available) and atelephone number for verification purposes.

“I’ve learned to appreciate what I have rather than dwell on what I don’t have,” said We do not publish anonymous letters. Contact the editor for more information about submitting a guest editorial piece,called Poincenot, causing the audience to rise to its feet.

Not one to end on a mushy note, he added, “I wonder if the people in the back are Community View, at 400 words maximum. We reserve the right to edit for taste, clarity, length and to avoid libel. E-mailed thinking, ‘Does the blind guy even know I’m standing?’” submissions are preferred to editor@delmartimes.net. LetFor information or to make a donation, visit Vision of Children at www.visionofchiltersmay also be mailed or delivered to 565 Pearl St., Ste. 300, dren.org or www.jeremypoincenot.com.

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By Michael Bardin, General Manager, Santa Fe Irrigation District California’s drought is worsening and drastic calls are escalating for local residents, businesses and local governments to each do their part by reducing water use and improving water supplies. In other words, take up the Water Savings Challenge!

The reasons every resident in the Santa Fe Irrigation District service area needs to reduce their water use are compelling and urgent: • Hottest weather on record. Last year was the hottest year on record in San Diego County and California (dating to 1895).

• Driest years on record. 2012-2014 was the driest threeyear period on record for the state.

• Snowpack is only 19 percent of average. Statewide snowpack is about 19 percent of the long-term average.

• State water allocation is only 20 percent. This critical source for the entire county has been initially set at only 20 percent of requested supplies.

• District has no more water in Lake Hodges because of low rainfall. The district has used up its local water supply in Lake Hodges and the lack of rain has resulted in no water for this summer.

As the extreme drought continues into a fourth year, the district’s water supply will almost certainly be cut by 10 percent or more by summer. We are, therefore, asking customers to cut their water use in order to save water now for the upcoming year and to make up for some of the drought losses. If some residents are not conserving — with the mindset that they are positioning themselves for better water allocations if the drought continues — please understand that if the district were to go to allocations, the basis would not be water consumption for this year.

February was an unusually dry and hot month, and the amount of water consumed during this month was the highest it’s been in the past decade. This demonstrates that water use is influenced by weather conditions and irrigation. Reducing water use will not be easy in this unseasonably dry, warm weather.

Water use in the district has, in fact, been rising rather than falling.

Even though our community’s many large properties require significant amounts of water to sustain their current status, we must find a way to reduce use compared with previous years, like everyone else in the state. Our collective failure to cut back water use is attracting statewide negative attention.

To help you reduce your use, we ask that you adhere to the mandatory Level 2 Water Shortage requirements in place and participate in our free Water Saving Checkups, both described below.

Customers must comply with the Level 2 mandatory water shortage requirements. These include assigned days for watering (ODD addresses on Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, and EVEN addresses Monday, Wednesday, Saturday), as well as limitations on irrigation time on lawns to 10 minutes for each watering station; no washing of hard surfaces; prohibition of overspray and waste, including runoff; and more. Please see our website, www. sfidwater.org, for details of the mandatory conservation measures.

Contact the District to obtain a free Water Saving Checkup, which can help you reduce water waste by 20 percent or more.

To help customers meet the Water Savings Challenge, the district offers numerous programs, including a new conservation program focused on helping those with large properties use water more efficiently. But there are also programs for commercial, multifamily, industrial, public or smaller single-family properties.

The Water Saving Checkup program sends certified landscape professionals and other water conservation experts to check irrigation systems and other water use, and provide detailed estimates of repairs and water efficiency upgrades. The specific services depend on the property. There is no cost or obligation, and the report provides everything customers need to save water. For information about all our water conservation programs or to apply for a free checkup, visit www.sfidwater. org/checkup or call 858-756-2424.

The district is undertaking comprehensive drought and water supply program. The water supply program includes: 1) evaluating recycled water supply options with 10 local agencies; 2) undertaking an Advanced Water Purification Concept Study, which will evaluate the feasibility and cost of taking recycled wastewater and treating it to potable water use levels; 3) conducting a rate study that will consider new tiers to promote water conservation and identify the rates needed to fund alternative water supply efforts.

The district will provide extensive outreach on these programs as they progress, as well as provide numerous opportunities for the public to learn more and provide input.

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Education Matters/Opinion

For the health of our kids

BY MARSHA SUTTON Senate Bill 277 — the proposed repeal of the personal belief exemption for school immunizations — has been discussed in local school districts recently, with mixed results.

The resolution supporting SB 277 was approved March 12 unanimously by the Solana Beach School District’s board of trustees, with no speakers and no dissention.

Marsha Sutton The effort to support the repeal was sidelined, however, at the March 19 San Dieguito Union High School District’s board meeting, after eight speakers rose to oppose the bill.

Parents with kids in tow showed up to speak in favor of the personal belief exemption, holding signs against SB 277.

Parent Brian Austin said the push to repeal the exemption “smells of corporate greed” and argued about the risks of forced injections upon children.

Parent Michele Rooney said the bill removes all educational options for children because it would prohibit any child from attending public, private or even home schools without the required immunizations.

“Our children are being experimented on,” said Karen Lund, arguing that no state has the right to force medical procedures on its citizens.

Paul Paez said all parents should have the right to choose and care for their own children in the way they best see fit.

“If there’s a risk, there must be a choice,” said Brian Stenzler, president of the California Chiropractic Association. Stenzler said his organization has taken a position against the bill.

“I’d rather my children get measles, I’d rather my children get chickenpox,” said Jennifer Kidd, mother of an infant, a sixth-grader and an eighth-grader, all present at the meeting.

Ariel Haas, biology teacher in the San Dieguito district, also spoke against SB 277, saying the issue is not pro- or anti-vaccine.

“It’s about choice,” Haas said, asking the board to delay the vote until trustees had more time to read the bill thoroughly and study the issue.

SDUHSD Superintendent Rick Schmitt noted that a vote on the resolution was only symbolic, but four trustees were inclined to table the motion to allow more time to review the bill.

Only trustee John Salazar spoke in favor of the resolution, saying students must meet certain requirements for the privilege of attending a public school. He also said the board only heard from one side.

“I’m ready to vote and vote tonight,” he said at the March 19 meeting, to no avail.

The motion was tabled and will come back to the board for a vote at its April 2 meeting. The district is recommending support for the resolution repealing personal belief exemptions.

Interestingly, on the SDUHSD March 5 agenda was an item updating board policy, with the heading, “Health Examinations.”

It read, “All employees must obtain a tuberculosis skin test or X-ray verifying freedom from active tuberculosis prior to employment and a subsequent test once every four years while employed.”

Employees are required to undergo medical procedures, on a regular basis, to ensure the safety of others — but students aren’t?

In my Feb. 2 column, I wrote about the issue, saying, “The decision not to vaccinate

healthy children endangers public health, confounds scientists and baffles medical researchers who have proven beyond a doubt that there is no link between vaccinations and autism, the big fear.”

The column drew criticism from antivaxxers, my favorite comment being: “wonder what Big Pharma company she’s working for.”

Sadly, I get no commission from “big pharma” for advocating that parents protect their children from deadly diseases.

The immunization resolution has not come before Del Mar’s school board yet, although Del Mar Union School District Superintendent Holly McClurg said in an email that the issue has been mentioned by board members in their reports.

She said board members “could potentially respond to requests to support legislative efforts.” At a prior meeting, she said they “voiced concerns about medically fragile children and very young children/babies who are at risk when in the presence of others who are unvaccinated.”

At the DMUSD’s March 25 meeting, board president Doug Rafner asked to place the item on the April agenda for discussion.

In the Rancho Santa Fe School District, where the 8 percent personal believe exemption opt-out on immunizations is one of the highest in the area, Superintendent Lindy Delaney said the issue has never been discussed at the board level and the district has no plans to vote on the resolution.

Snooze button One more study was done, to add to the dozens over the past decade, concluding that teenagers don’t get enough sleep.

This one, from the University of Michigan’s annual “Monitoring the Future” national surveys of youth behavior, was published in Pediatrics magazine in February.

“More than half of kids age 15 and older would need to sleep at least two hours more each night to meet recommendations for adequate rest,” according to the Associated Press report.

This lack of proper sleep for teens has heightened concerns “about the impact on their health and academic performance.”

The study surveyed nearly 300,000 adolescents from 1991 to 2012 and showed that inadequate sleep was noted in teens of all ages over the 20-year period, with the biggest drop among 15-year-olds.

In 1991, about 30 percent of 15-year-olds felt they were getting enough sleep, a number that dropped to 24 percent in 2012. Numbers were worse for older teens and somewhat better for younger teens.

With academic, athletic and social pressures on today’s teenagers, sleep deprivation is the unwelcome consequence.

School start times should be delayed to at least 9 a.m. School boards need to stand up to special interest opposition from athletic groups, after-school programs, teachers unwilling to adapt, and parents who regard school primarily as day care.

How many more definitive studies need to be done before schools will be forced to deal with this national health crisis?

Spelling success Congratulations to Earl Warren Middle School student Oona Flood, who not only has an awesome name but has made it cool to spell words correctly.

As the winner of the San Diego County Spelling Bee this year, Oona will compete in May in the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Go, Oona! Marsha Sutton can be reached at: suttonmarsha@gmail.com.

LETTERS POLICY: Topical letters to the editor are encouraged. Submissions should include a full name, address, e-mail address (if available) and a telephone number for verification purposes. We do not publish anonymous letters and there are length limits (about 400 words maximum). E-mailed submissions are preferred to editor@delmartimes.net. Letters may be edited. The letters/columns published are the author’s opinion only and do not reflect the opinion of this newspaper.

Photo contest winner; Caught on Camera photo contest put on ‘pause’ Congratulations to Karla Deerinck for winning our Caught on Camera community photo contest for March — “Best City or Architecture” photo. For this image, titled “Eiffel Tower & Trees,” Deerinck will receive a $100 gift certificate to Amaya Restaurant at The Grand Del Mar. As of April 1, this newspaper has suspended its online community photo contest while we develop a better platform for displaying readers’ uploaded images.

Our reworked model will be easier peruse. Stay tuned! The contest themes will be chalto use and, hopefully, more fun to lenging and equal to the prizes.

Poll of the Week at www.delmartimes.net Should the San Dieguito boardwalk stay in its current location?

Yes 98 percent No 1 percent Do you think Del Mar needs more affordable housing?

Yes or No

WATERMARK ervation of the nearby San Dieguito River watershed, parking at the complex and increased traffic.

Concerned about the environment, one resident noted the snowy egret nests in the Torrey pines near the area. Another resident, Hershell Price, was concerned about the density of the project, comparing it with the One Paseo development in Carmel Valley.

And resident Arnold Wiesel requested the report look at potential impacts from the roundabout proposed near the site at Jimmy Durante Boulevard and San Dieguito Drive.

The traffic-calming device is under separate review.

“The most important thing for us is to make sure that there are no surprises and that we’ve addressed your comments,” said Carey Fernandes of Dudek, an Encinitasbased environmental consulting firm. The firm is conducting the environmental analysis, while Carlsbad-based The Lightfoot Planning Group is preparing the project’s specific plan.

Although public comments during the EIR scoping meeting were intended to be limited to the environmental topics that should be studied, some people wanted to talk about the project in its entirety.

Because the two parcels are in the north commercial zone, legislative changes must be made before a residential development is allowed at the site — a fact that some focused on at the meeting.

“I think it’s vital, at this point, to hear from the public and to inform the public and get an idea of what’s going to happen here,” Price said.

Wiesel, who serves as president of Del Mar Hillside Community Association, said he hoped the room of 30 or so community members showed the developer “that this is not going to happen in the middle of the night.”

“This is quite egregious to the sensitivities of the character of Del Mar, which the citizens are protectors of,” he said. “That’s a commercial lot. No matter how much somebody wants to change it now, it’s commercial.”

Resident Bud Emerson, however, recalled that when the city in 2008 approved a commercial project called the Riverview Office Complex at the site, some residents

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opposed the project and requested the land be used for affordable housing.

“The council heard that,” said Emerson, noting that Del Mar benefits from a more diverse community. “The council made the proposal to the state. The state approved the housing element with that in it. It’s important for us to understand that we have an obligation to implement that housing element.”

Still, some speakers called for a public vote on the project.

“Always remember this: We have the vote and we will take advantage of it in full leverage,” said Wiesel, noting that concerned citizens could call for a special election.

Price pointed to Prop A, a measure Encinitas voters passed in 2013 to limit building heights and require voter approval on land use issues.

“I think it’s time that we start thinking about a Prop A, and the sooner the better, because we’re working too hard and we’re not paying attention to what these guys are doing,” Price said. “I hope everyone here realizes this is a serious change in our city.”

City staff reminded community members that they would have other opportunities to offer input on the project. The applicant will make a presentation to the city’s Planning Commission and Design Review Board, and there will also be three public workshops before the public hearings at the Planning Commission, City Council, California Coastal Commission and Design Review Board.

Matt Bator, a senior planner with the city and project manager of Watermark Del Mar, is accepting comments regarding the scoping period at mbator@delmar.ca.us.

Comments should be submitted by 4:30 p.m. April 10.

The developer also recently launched a project website, which offers more information and a place to submit questions and comments.

“There will be ample opportunity over the coming months to ask questions,” Bator said.

“This is the first step in the process,” reiterated Adam Birnbaum, the city’s planning manager. For more about the project, visit www.watermarkdelmar.com.

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tors. The school is capped at 75 students.

Jan Dunning founded Cal Coast in 1999, a unique school that customizes education for students in grades 6-12 with a maximum of six students in each class. Students have the flexibility to take classes in different time frames and locations.

Cal Coast senior Jack Barber said the flexible schedule allowed him to continue to pursue being a top-ranked tennis player and keep up a 4.9 GPA. While competing all over the world, he could still take honors courses. He had Skype classes while he was in China with his teacher in the middle of the night. Barber is now headed to Stanford University.

The merits of the school are not in question, only whether the school is located in an appropriate place.

“I’m sure the school is wonderful, but it can’t be wonderful there,” said Christian Clews, a planning board member who has recused himself on this item. “It would put me out of business.”

The Clewses have owned property in Carmel Valley since 1981. According to Bunny Clews, they had 20 acres, and over the years, the city condemned their property three times to take land for SR-56, part of the Carmel Valley Restoration Enhancement Project trail, for Carmel Creek Road and access to San Diego Jewish Academy.

In 1994, the Clewses traded 80 acres they owned on Del Mar Mesa to the city in exchange for the 36-acre property where they hoped to move their ranch. Moving the ranch from its former location on Carmel Creek to its present site took 10 years to get through the city’s permit process.

“I had to adhere to so many restrictions and it took every bit of my savings,” Christian Clews said, noting that it would not be fair if the school wasn’t subject to those same restrictions.

“I wouldn’t have traded the city 80 acres if I knew that there was going to be a school across from me,” Bunny Clews said.

The Clewses have concerns not only about the “dangerous” access road, which is limited to a speed of 10 miles per hour, but about the school being so close to a riding arena with all of the noise and traffic.

Clews said construction on the house has already caused a few accidents with riders, and there have already been impacts, such as fiber-optic phone line stretched to the school hanging low across their riding arena.

Shaw said they have made as many attempts as possible to be respectful and sensitive to

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en out of our sails,” Porter said.

At the time, in 2007, Porter thought the YMCA should as a corporation raise the money and build the facility. But the then-president said things weren’t done that way, and the project was over.

The president retired in 2010 and Porter said new President Baron Herdelin-Doherty has a different point of view and wants to see more YMCAs in more places and to get more people living an active lifestyle.

“Our vision is all about family time. We want the YMCA to be a place where families can come together,” Porter said. “We have an aggressive plan to more than double our memberships, and we’re looking to facilities to help meet that goal.”

Porter said the YMCA recently built a 53,000-acre facility on three acres in City Heights — the Copley-Price Family YMCA, which features an indoor and an outdoor pool.

“I don’t think we want to do all of that on Torrey Hills, but we can do a lot on four acres,” Porter said.

He said a possible plan for Torrey Hills would be a 35,000- to 45,000-square-foot building with a gym and pool, soccer arenas and a parking lot. He said the pricing for that kind of building would be about $10 million.

The process the YMCA typically follows is first identifying a property, working out the legal entitlements (in this case, a long-term lease with the city) and conduct marketing to 600 to 800 residents in the area to gather input on what programs and services they would like to see and gauge the membership interest.

The YMCA is a membership model, so it charges a fee

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“We’ve really tried to go above and beyond,” he said.

There’s no PE on campus and Cal Coast has agreed to have no bells or alarms. To help mitigate traffic, two 12-person vans will shuttle students to the campus.

“The Clewses have said several times, ‘No, you have to go somewhere else,’ and it’s hard to have a discussion when that’s the starting point,” Shaw said.

The Clewses’ attorney, Kevin Johnson, said there is also a significant fire risk to having a school there. He said in the event of a wildfire, evacuation would be “impossible,” with both horses and students needing to get out.

Shaw said the fire department said the school does not present a significant fire risk, and it has met and exceeded the city standards. The school will install interior sprinklers in the building, agreed to bring a fire line in from Carmel Country Road for a fire hydrant on site, and has also agreed to close school on days when there is a red flag alert in the coastal areas.

“The reality is, all of Carmel Valley is in a high fire risk zone,” said board member Allen Kashani.

Kashani said he was most concerned about the impact of the school’s traffic on the road and the potential economic hardship on the ranch. He noted that as the land is zoned multi-family, as many as 15 units and 150 average daily trips could be approved on that land. By comparison, the school would be a lower-impact use.

The rural area in question, the Carmel Valley Restoration Enhancement Project, was given to Carmel Valley as mitigation for the construction of SR-56 and features a much-used 1.6 mile trail between Carmel Country and El Camino Real.

CV Planning Board Chair Frisco White said there is a lot of pride in the CVREP, and it will be up to the board to determine whether the school use is compatible with the vision for this area.

“It’s about keeping the nature of CVREP as a rural place, not a busy place with dozens of cars and buildings up against the trail,” said resident Ken Farinsky.

“They both involve a rural setting, and I can understand why a school would want that as it does accelerate learning. I’m sympathetic to that. But I’m also sympathetic to the Clews Ranch,” said board member Nancy Novak. “The question is if there is a way to find a solution so that the business will still thrive and that the school can teach their children in this environment.”

to join. Fundraising efforts provide financial assistance for people who cannot afford the membership. “Nobody is ever turned away,” Porter said, Porter said they would fundraise for the money to build the facility and “flirt” with different ways to finance it. He said it would probably take about five years to raise the money.

“We try to find ways to speed up that process and get things built faster,” he said.

Recently, the Torrey Hills board has been approached by the city about committing funds to plan a recreation center on that four-acre site.

The city’s planning department has identified funding sources that it would like to use for the project, including $1 million from a past developer contribution earmarked for a Torrey Hills recreation center, $1.1 million from the Torrey Reserve Gateway Development Funds and $454,000 from a Torrey Hills Development Agreement fund.

The Torrey Reserve Gateway funds can be used only for park projects within Torrey Hills. The developer agreement fund has fewer restrictions. It can be used for any public facility, but must be within Torrey Hills.

The city’s proposed recreation center is a “modest” 2,000-square-foot center that could provide office space, a large multipurpose room, a small multipurpose room, restroom and storage. The anticipated project cost is about $4.1 million. The combined $2.5 million available will cover the general development plan, and construction documents and grants or other funding sources would help complete the project.

Chairwoman Kathryn Burton said city staff is encouraging the board to move quickly to commit the $2 million to a community improvement fund to kick off the process, but the board was hesitant to grant the funds and started a park subcommittee to look into the issue further.

The park subcommittee chairman, Peter Gillchrist, said the group has met twice, with the goal of determining the best use for the park “based on the community’s needs and desires in a fiscally responsible and timely manner.”

The subcommittee would like to set up a website and Facebook page to create a dialogue with the community about what they would like to see in the park.

Board member Mark Lee was very enthusiastic about the YMCA’s presentation.

“If they have the ability to design and build the site there, I don’t know how the community would lose,” Lee said. “I’d say, let them run with that.”

Porter said the next step in getting the process going would be to work with the city’s real estate asset department.

“I think it’s a great opportunity and I’m excited about investigating it,” said Gillchrist of the YMCA’s plan. “We want to see what the community as a whole wants to pursue, but I think it’s got great potential.”

Porter was in agreement. He said they never want to come into a community and say “Here’s your Y”— they always seek to build a facility that will meet residents’ needs now and into the future.

for the summer meeting in July.

Next month, horses will start treading on part of the new track for the 70th annual Del Mar National Horse Show that starts April 19 with Western Week. On May 28, there’s the Barretts May Sale, and the entire track will be used for previewing horses. And finally, there’s the arrival of a couple of thousand horses for the big show, the Del Mar summer meeting.

The 2017 Breeders’ Cup is more than two years away, but Del Mar’s scope clearly is focusing on those two big racing days in November 2017 when Del Mar will sport a dramatically different look. That starts this summer with the El Segundo sand contrasted by the greener turf course, a year older with deeper roots and lusher color. Tedesco said the infield will be improved greatly by Breeders’ Cup in 2017.

“We’ve even put pipe in for all the TV and communication lines and everything they need for the Breeders’ Cup and beyond for big racing days,” Tedesco said, pointing along the outside rail along the track’s apron. “We’ve had to raise the track, especially back at the far end (1 1/4-mile starting gate). Our carpenter, Corky Rimer, has done a great job with that.”

Tedesco said the Del Mar winner’s circle will be raised this year to match the track, but it will be redone on a larger scale before the Breeders’ Cup. Del Mar’s El Segundo Sand is the same surface used at Santa Anita Park. And with Los Alamitos having a dirt track, horses will be training and running on dirt, not going from one kind of synthetic to another or from synthetic to dirt.

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overnight, you’ll have water in it the next day,” Tedesco said. “We have such a high water table. We found spongy areas we’ve had to protect. But we took care of all of them.

We’re not worried about them now.”

Tedesco saved money by having anyone who wanted the Polytrack haul it away. He put an ad on Craig’s List and put up fliers around horse country in North County, advertising the free synthetic. He also took the rock base used for drainage under the Polytrack and turned the material over to the contractor. The contractor is breaking it up into three different sizes, the smallest — decomposed granite or DG — is being used under the new track. The other two sizes of rock will be sold.

Tedesco’s deadline to have this track complete actually is much sooner than when the many strings of horses arrive

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Bottom left: The 3 TVIA teens are (in blue T-shirts) Jack Tobin, Drew Witte and Graham Nellis, second from right.

The five Miracle League athletes, some with helpers, are Jake Froman, Riley Pathman, Shane Pathman, Laird Murfey and Parker Olenick.

Top and bottom right: Volunteers help at the Snack Shack. Photos courtesy of Patti Tobin

TVIA SD2, SDSU fraternity assisting at Miracle League ballgames Teen Volunteers in Action SD2 members are assisting at games played by the Miracle League, which provides children with special needs the opportunity to play baseball in an organized league at two locations: Engel Family Field in San Dieguito Park, Del Mar, and Green Field at Coronado High School.

Members of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity from San Diego State University are also assisting and sponsoring the Rays team from the Miracle League. They plan to attend every game this season to run the bases with the athletes, man the “buy a brick” table and help at the Snack Shack.

At a recent Miracle League game, TVIA SD2 teens Graham Nellis, Jack Tobin, and Drew Witte assisted. They worked the Snack Shack, grilled the hot dogs, cheered the athletes on, and ran the bases with them.

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cause of conflicts with California Fish and Wildlife code and potential biological impacts to the area’s vernal pools.

While the east-west connection is not feasible at the time, Turgeon said it might be considered in the future.

“The plan’s not perfect. The east-west connection is still a hole, but we need to get this done,” said Rod Simmons, who serves on the Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve Citizens Advisory Committee.

During public comment, Frank Landis, the California Native Plant Society’s conservation committee chairman, spoke to the planning commission about how very special the preserve is.

He said the preserve has the largest group of vernal pools remaining on city land, numerous endangered and threatened plant and animal species, and the largest old-growth patch of chaparral left in coastal Southern California.

“This is the last place that looks like this. Everything else is built or burned,” he said.

Landis described the preserve as the “wild twin of Torrey Pines,” where scrub oaks, one of the rarest oaks in California that generally grow 12 feet tall outside the preserve, routinely grow to 20 feet tall. A few reach 40 feet in Del Mar Mesa — creating the preserve’s beloved Tunnel trails under the oaks.

Landis said putting the management plan in place is critical to protect this community resource. He’s heard reports of kids lighting bonfires in the high-fire risk area, which trail users have seen — but didn’t want to report because they were technically trespassing themselves.

Both Landis and Simmons said the plan’s timing is especially important, as major housing and commercial developments are being considered at the edge of the preserve, most notably Merge 56.

“Getting this established is a good achievement in terms of stipulating what happens in those areas,” Simmons said.

Merge 56 is at the end of Camino Del Sur just past its intersection with SR-56. It proposes 525,000 square feet of commercial buildings and 242 multi-family residences.

As part of the project, Carmel Mountain Road is proposed to be widened and to connect with Camino Del Sur, and Camino Del Sur would be widened to a four- to six-lane road.

There are concerns that the project’s footprint could sever preserve trails.

Gary Levitt, the developer of Merge 56, has been a strong advocate for trail connectivity through the preserve, both as a resident and as a member of the Del Mar Mesa Community Planning Board. He has said that the trail connections for the Merge 56 project couldn’t be incorporated into their plans until the city approved the management plan.

Besides the plan approval’s impact on development, having a plan in place will also allow long-delayed Chaparral Lands Conservancy restoration projects to get off the ground in the preserve.

Commissioner James Whalen said he understood the importance of the plan, as the preserve is one of San Diego’s single most biologically sensitive areas, and he doesn’t want to see it overrun with trails.

He said staff has done an amazing job of putting the plan together and hopes

something can be done about the desired east-west link in the future. He noted that the Fish and Wildlife department, which owns the land with the desired east-west connection, does not permit bicycles.

Whalen said the biggest issue for him is how access is going to be enforced.

“This jewel is going to be trashed if it’s not taken care of, and yet all the users have the right to be there,” he said.

Deputy Director Chris Zirkle from the park and recreation department said Fish and Wildlife wardens will be the primary enforcement, and City Council recently approved the use of overtime police officers to help patrol. They also have a “robust” ranger staff.

Zirkle said the city had installed motion-activated cameras to enable them to provide patrols where they are needed, but a few of the cameras have been damaged.

“The hope is that legal use will deter illegal usage,” Zirkle said, noting that once the trails are legally open, there will be more eyes on the preserve.

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grounds occupies 340 acres in north coastal San Diego County, 80 percent of which is in Del Mar, next to Solana Beach. Every year, the fairgrounds hosts about 300 events, attracting roughly 3 million visitors annually, including the annual county fair, thoroughbred races and hundreds of special events and trade shows.

In late 2014, the two cities and the 22nd DAA developed a scope of work for the study and solicited proposals. Nine proposals were received. After interviewing four firms in February, all three agencies agreed Economic & Planning Systems was the best firm for the job.

As part of the study, Economic & Planning Systems will collect data from a representative sampling of the events at the fairgrounds. The firm will also conduct intercept surveys at five major events, including the county fair, summer races, National Horse Show, Good Guys Car Show and Kaaboo music festival.

“I think it provides a much greater understanding between the two communities and the fairgrounds itself,” Ott said.

The study is expected to cost $86,250.

Del Mar, Solana Beach and the district will each set aside $30,000 for the project. The Del Mar City Council approved the cost-sharing agreement in a 4-0 vote with Deputy Mayor Sherryl Parks absent on March 16.

“This is a long time coming,” said Mayor Lesa Heebner, who serves as a member of the fair board’s Community Relations Committee, which includes representatives from both cities.

“I think this is going to be a very useful study over the years to come. It’s a step in the right direction and really shows the cooperation that we have reached within the Community Relations Committee.”

The study will begin in mid-April and should be completed by September. The final report is expected by November, when both councils, as well as the 22nd DAA Board, will hear presentations.

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Left: Dr. Davies demonstrates a lifesaving procedure to the Ethiopian health professionals. Right: The first class of health trainees, funded by donations from Rotary clubs and Rotary International’s foundation. Courtesy photos Carol Ann Ashley Birtwell with her book.

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Frog and butterfly take stage in Solana Beach author’s children’s book

BY KRISTINA HOUCK Having worked with children for more than 20 years, it was only a matter of time before Solana Beach resident Carol Ann Ashley Birtwell wrote a children’s book. Inspired by her early childhood music and movement classes, “Freddie and Bibelle: An Extraordinary Encounter” is now available on Amazon.

“Children love Freddie and Bibelle,” Birtwell said. “Parents love it, too. It’s a great learning tool.”

Published in late February, the children’s tale follows a frog named Freddie and a butterfly named Bibelle.

The main characters stem from the frog and butterfly stamps Birtwell gives to children in her Kindermusik classes. At the end of every class, kids excitedly stick out their hands and feet for stamps — something that has become a classroom tradition. A picture of the kids with stamps on their hands is included at the end of the book.

The frog stamp represents fun and the butterfly stamp represents transformation, Birtwell explained.

“I hope Kindermusik is fun and transformative for every kid,” she said. “It’s just learning about life, and music happens to be a great vehicle.”

Children and music have always been a part of Birtwell’s life.

Originally from Connecticut, Birtwell grew up in a family of seven children, where music, theater and dance became an integral part of her life.

She went on to study theater and communications at the University of Northern Colorado. After college, she became one of the first female sales representatives for IBM in Massachusetts.

When Birtwell became a mother, she also changed careers. She became a preschool instructor and Gymboree Play & Music teacher in Northern California before relocating to Florida to be near her parents. Birtwell lived in Florida for 18 years, where she raised her son and led Kindermusik classes.

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DM Rotary medical training project improves odds for newborns in Ethiopia

BY KRISTINA HOUCK With the assistance of the Rotary Club of Del Mar, local doctors are helping save the lives of newborns in Ethiopia.

In an effort to improve neonatal care and life expectancy there, a Rotary-sponsored vocational training team recently certified health professionals in neonatal resuscitation. The two-year project was made possible by more than $100,000 in grants.

“Rotary is what made it possible,” said Dr. Karin Davies, the Rotarian and retired pediatrician who led the team. “I had no idea what was possible through Rotary. It allows ordinary people to do extraordinary things.”

As a child, Davies lived in Ethiopia for two years. In the 1950s, her father helped establish an agricultural and technical school in Jimma, the largest city in southwestern Ethiopia.

About three years ago, Davies and her brothers visited Ethiopia for the first time since they were children. To their surprise, the small school their father helped launch with 80 students and seven faculty members was now Jimma University, a leading national university with 40,000 students.

“When we were in Ethiopia, we felt such a connection to the people there,” Davies said. “I just felt so proud of the contributions my parents had made. I really wanted to do something as a way of honoring them.”

Before her retirement, Davies worked at Kaiser Permanente in San Diego, where she met her colleague, neonatologist Patricia Bromberger. The pair worked together for nearly 20 years.

When she returned from her March 2012 family trip to Ethiopia, Davies contacted Bromberger, who has traveled abroad to train health professionals. The pair talked about working together once again — this time in Ethiopia. At a friend’s suggestion, Davies visited another Ethiopian college, the University of Gondar, to learn what they needed most: a structured neonatal resuscitation training program for nurses, doctors and midwives.

“We started developing the program based on what their needs were,” Davies explained. “But we realized very quickly it wasn’t going to be something we’d be able to selffund.”

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the suggestion of a fellow health professional, she reached out to Rotary. Outlining the proposed program, Davies sent letters to Rotary clubs throughout San Diego County.

Del Mar Rotary member Peggy Martin, a Solana Beach resident, received Davies’ letter.

“It was so compelling, I responded that day,” recalled Martin, who chairs Del Mar Rotary’s International Service Committee, which determines which service projects to fund.

“Every element of that letter just spoke to me. Here was somebody who had a very dynamic program in mind that would help not only a small community, but potentially, the entire country. That is what Rotary is here to do.”

Together, Davies and Martin worked on a budget. Martin also drafted a grant application on behalf of the local club to Rotary International’s foundation, a not-for-profit corporation. Each year, gifts to The Rotary Foundation fund thousands of projects around the globe.

“I really bonded with Peggy when we started working toward this grant,” Davies said. “It was like a meeting of the minds. We shared the same vision.”

Rotarians around the world also shared their vision.

Del Mar Rotary and other local, regional and international clubs donated to the project, including La Jolla Golden Triangle Rotary, Blythe Rotary, Valley Center Rotary, Rotary Club of Gondar Fasiledes and a Rotary district in Japan.

The Rotary Foundation matched those funds with a Global Grant, bringing the total to $107,250 for the project.

On Feb. 4, exactly one year after sending her letter to Del Mar Rotary, Davies and her vocational training team left for Ethiopia. The team included Bromberger, neonatal nurse Elisa Imonti, respiratory therapist Emilie Jean and logistics coordinator Fary Moini.

During this first phase of the project, which took place through Feb. 24, the team trained 17 health care professionals in the College of Medicine and Health Sciences at the University of Gondar. That group — four pediatricians, one general practitioner, three obstetricians, four nurse-midwives and five nurses — not only learned how to perform neonatal resuscitation, but also how to teach others neonatal resuscitation.

After the four-day Neonatal Resuscitation Program inSee ROTARY, page B23

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Hearty laughs ahead in ‘Buyer & Cellar’ at The Globe

BY DIANA SAENGER “Diva� has a lot of different meanings, all of which a young man who gets an opportunity to be close to a megastar experiences, and no one can anticipate the thrills and perils of such an unequal relationship. The comedy unfolds in Jonathan Tolins’ “Buyer & Cellar,� a hit Off Broadway, which continues The Old Globe’s 80th Anniversary festivities as part of the Balboa Park Centennial Celebration.

Ron Lagomarsino directs David Turner in this funny one-man show. Lagomarsino has helmed everything from Broadway and regional theatrical productions to more than 40 TV films and shows, including “Ally McBeal,� “The Unit,� “Homefront,� “The Fosters,� “Pretty Little Liars,� and “Picket Fences,� for which he garnered a Directors Guild of America award. He had several reasons for wanting to direct “Buyer & Cellar.� “I’ve done a lot of comedy in my career, as well as drama, and this is such a funny and wonderful play,�

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Lagomarsino collaborated with Globe Artistic Director Barry Edelstein for casting. He wanted someone who was really funny, really smart, and a great actor. Edelstein looked to one of the Globe associate producers, Eric Louie, and they agreed it would be a great role for David Turner. Several candidates were in the running, but after Lagomarsino met Turner, he knew Turner was the one for this role. “I felt pretty darn lucky,� Turner said. “It’s actually the first time in my life I’ve been asked to do something just on faith, and I’m very grateful for that. Once I saw the play, I was dying to do it.�

Turner (Broadway’s “On a Clear Day You Can See Forever,� “Sunday in the Park with George�) plays Alex Moore, an out-of-work actor who lands a job that turns out to be far more than he expected. He’s employed by Barbra Streisand to work in her collection of memorabilia shops in the lower level of her Malibu home.

“I play all six characters in the story,� Turner said. “It’s not much different than the work I’d do for any play, but instead of doing it once, I have to do it six times. I don’t change costumes, so I have to figure out where these people are from, what they are like, and tell the story in the clearest way possible.�

Lagomarsino added, “The challenge is, he has to turn on a dime and carry on a dialogue between these different characters. It’s a real tour de force for an actor, and that’s part of the challenge in telling this story, but also part of the fun in creating the illusion.�

Turner likened the play to a radio drama. “Because what you’re really doing is calling on the audience from the very beginning to activate its imagination. I tell them right off the bat, ‘You will be needed to see things and hear things that are not here. I will do my best, but you are the missing piece of this fantasy and you need to do the work.’ That’s what makes the play so fun and exciting ‌ people see what we ask them to see, and it’s more real than if you had a Barbra Streisand impersonator here.â€?

Despite the laughs, Turner said the play looks at why people are so fascinated by celebrities. “And not just from our point of view, but the pressure it puts on celebrities as well,� he said.

Lagomarsino said he didn’t want anything to be literal, so set designer Erik Flatmo created sort of an “L.A.-scape,� a cool vibe so the audience can see David describing the characters. “Although this is a work of fiction, we want the audience to feel it’s actually true,� he said. “Buyer & Cellar,� runs April 4-May 3 at the White Theatre, 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park. Tickets from $29; call 619-234-5623; visit TheOldGlobe.org.

Annual Ugly Dog Contest returns to Del Mar Fairgrounds April 19 The 20th Annual Ugly Dog Contest is returning to the Del Mar Fairgrounds. This fun, family community event is presented by the San Diego Coastal Chamber of Commerce and the Del Mar Kiwanis. This year’s event will take place on Sunday, April 19, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Saddling paddock at the Del Mar racetrack.

The dog show will consist of 10 categories (Cutest Dog, Most Unusual Markings, Looks Most Like Its Owner, Best Trick, Best Costume (adult), Best Costume (child 10 & under), Cutest Mutt, Most Beautiful (female), Most Handsome (male) and, of course, Ugliest Dog! Prizes will be awarded for 1st-3rd place in all categories. Local businesses, pet vendors and others will be onsite selling and displaying their products.

The event will raise money for the San Diego Humane Society and Reality Changers.

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CCA students create art for T’bird convention

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As president of the San Diego chapter of the Classic Thunderbird organization, Alan Cutsinger is responsible for helping to organize the 2016 International Thunderbird Convention, which will take place in San Diego from Sept. 13-18, 2016 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Mission Valley.

The bi-annual convention, which draws thousands of members from over 15 countries, has never been held in this city. When Cutsinger was tasked with finding a logo for the convention, his wife, Kate, immediately thought of contacting art The winning entry, by Jennie Wang. students at Canyon Crest Academy.

“My son, Ben Bush, graduated from CCA in 2014. He was a sound tech for the theatre department when he was a student there. We have seen how talented the kids at CCA are, and we just knew they’d be able to create something really special for the Thunderbird Convention.”

They felt that working with CCA students would be a great way to give the students an opportunity to publish their artwork, and for the Cutsingers to give back to the school. Alan Cutsinger contacted Rachel Edwards, art instructor at CCA, to propose a way for students to enter their original artwork into a competition. Students were given specific requirements for the artwork; a Thunderbird needed to be featured, along with a San Diego landmark.

Eleven students submitted their original art.

“There were a lot of oohs and aahs by the committee when they saw the artwork,” Kate Cutsinger said when the winner was announced. “It was very difficult to decide on a winner.”

Sophomore Jenny Wang’s image, of a Thunderbird being launched off the aircraft carrier USS Midway, received $100. Her entry will grace the cover of the convention program, and will be featured in the marketing materials. The Cutsingers also donated $100 to the Canyon Crest Academy Foundation.

Alan Cutsinger also told the students that all of the art submitted would be published and displayed. “The artwork was too good not to share with everyone.”

L-R: Harmonie Lau, grade 10; Alan Cutsinger, president of the San Diego chapter of the Classic Thunderbird organization; Jennie Wang, grade 10 (winner of contest); Austin Silveira, grade 12; Ellen Ouyang, grade 11; Rachel Liu, grade 11; Haley Chung, grade 11; Ben Rose, grade 12; and Arathi Kumar, grade 12. Not pictured: Noelle Childers, grade 11; Daisy Valdivieso, grade 11; Jack Alexander, grade 11.

AAUW hosts pay equity, public policy discussions The Del Mar-Leucadia Branch of the American Association of University Women invites the public to two events in April: a presentation on AAUW Public Policy at its monthly meeting, and a “Cocktails and Convos” event on Equal Pay Day at RELM bistro and wine bar.

Branch public policy director Laura E. Pasquale, Ph.D., will give a presentation on AAUW Public Policy at the April 11 branch meeting, 10 a.m. to noon at the Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive, Encinitas. The presentation will follow a social time from 10 to 10:30 a.m.

The “Cocktails and Convos” (conversations) event, will be from 4 to 7 p.m. April 14, Equal Pay Day, at RELM, 2917 State St., Carlsbad. Equal Pay Day marks the day on which women’s average income catches up to what men made by the end of the prior year. Appetizers will be served and there will be a no-host bar. RELM is providing a gift basket for an opportunity drawing. Visit: www.delmarleucadia-ca.aauw.net.

CALLING ALL YOUNG ARTISTS! WE WANT TO SEE YOUR ORIGINAL ARTWORK! San Diego artists ages 25 and younger are invited to submit their original artworks as we celebrate our free Museum admission for visitors 25 and under, thanks to Qualcomm Foundation. Register for the contest online and submit a photo of your original creation by 11:59 PM on May 8. First place takes home a $500 gift certificate to Blick Art Materials, a private curator-led tour of the exhibition of their choice, and a free Membership to MCASD! Get more information at www.mcasd.org/25andUnderArtContest and start creating!

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CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT Neave Trio Sunday, April 12 at 7:30 PM Don’t miss what WQXR calls “bright and radiant music making”. Neave Trio were the first ever Fisch/ Axelrod Trio-in-Residence at San Diego State University. Graduates of the Eastman, Manhattan and Longy Schools of Music and the Chopin Academy in Moscow, the Neave Trio (violinist Anna Williams, cellist Mikhail Veselov and pianist Toni James) have enjoyed international successes.

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Neave Trio to perform April 8 at CV Library

NCL mentor program aids girls with autism

April’s free family music program, sponsored by the Friends of the Carmel Valley Library, will be at 7 p.m. April 8 in the Library’s community room.

It will feature the Neave Trio playing the Brahms Piano Trio in B major, Op. 8, and The members of the Neave Trio are violinist Anna Wilthe Mozart Piano Trio in G liams, cellist Mikhail Veselov, and pianist Toni James. major, K.564.

The members of the trio are violinist Anna Williams, cellist Mikhail Veselov, and pianist Toni James. They hail from the U.S., Russia, and Scotland. The program will last 45 minutes.

The Neave Trio has enjoyed great international success in the past, performing across the U.S., South America, United Kingdom, and Europe in some of the world’s finest concert halls including Carnegie’s Weill Recital Hall. It is now the Fisch/Axelrod Trio in Residence at San Diego State University.

Highlights of this season include debut recitals on the Rockport Chamber Music Series, Syracuse Friends of Chamber Music Series, Rochester Institute of Technology, and Fullerton Friends of Chamber Music. Before performing at this library, the trio will have performed this year at San Diego’s University Community and Central libraries, and the Encinitas Library.

The Carmel Valley Library is at 3919 Townsgate Drive, Carmel Valley. Call 858-552-1668.

The Autism Tree Project Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)3 that helps build community awareness for autism.

It coordinates more than 16 free programs and services designed to engage youth with autism in a variety of services, aimed at improving their confidence and social Chef Pablo Fernandez teaches cooking class for the Autism Tree Project Foundation Girls Mentor Program at communications.

Among those programs The Center for Healthy Lifestyle in Solana Beach. is the Girls Mentor Program, Courtesy photo founded in 2009 with National Charity League, Del Sol Chapter. Starting with just four girls, this mentoring program now serves more than 260 mothers and daughters with autism throughout San Diego County. The program meets year-round with interactive events such as cooking classes, nature walks, father/daughter dances, annual summer art camp, spa days and an annual holiday pancake breakfast.

Recently, the foundation launched its first Cooking Class for Moms and Daughters, hosted by the NCL Del Sol Chapter. The girls enjoyed arts, crafts and a special cooking session led by Chef Pablo Fernandez, owner and producer of The Secret Table and an ATPF board member. To register for the Girls Mentor Program, contact Lisa Kaufmann at lisa@autismtreeproject.org or 619-222-4465.

Learn more about ATPF at www.autismtreeproject.org.

Del Mar National Horse Show arrives April 16 In its 70th year, the Del Mar National Horse Show runs from April 16 through May 3 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds Arena.

Elegance, excitement, and excellence are the hallmarks of the show, one of the oldest and most prestigious equestrian competitions in the western United States. A different aspect will be highlighted each week: Western Week (April 16-19); Dressage Week (April 23-26) and Hunter/Jumper Week (April 28-May 3). Visit www.delmarnational.com.

Robin Henkel performs at Zel’s Del Mar April 11, 25 Award-winning guitarist and singer Robin Henkel performs blues and jazz at Zel’s Del Mar from 8-10 p.m. April 11 and 25.

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Auto enthusiasts revved up over upcoming La Jolla Concours d’Elegance

BY PAT SHERMAN Whether a serious car collector or starry-eyed sports coupe aficionado, there will be plenty of dream machines on display as gears and glamour converge during the 11th annual La Jolla Concours d’Elegance, scheduled for April 10-12.

This year’s show will highlight coach-built classic cars of the 1930s and ’40s, including the rarely seen 1925 Rolls-Royce Phantom I Aerodynamic Coupe (aka Round Door Rolls) — on loan from the vaults of the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles and rendered on canvas by official Concours artist Scott Jacobs. “This is the baddestlooking Rolls you’ll ever see — the Batmobile of RollsRoyces — but it’s a piece of art,â€? event chair Michael Dorvillier said. “You can’t put a price on this car. ‌ This is the crown jewel of their museum, and they’re sending it to us with another car and two (vintage) motorcycles.â€?

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SPOTLIGHT on LOCAL BUSINESS

Rancho Del Mar Physical Therapy focuses on individual care programs No matter the time or day, Tracey King is committed to providing one-on-one care at Rancho Del Mar Physical Therapy. That’s why she opened a private physical therapy and rehabilitation center nearly two years ago.

“We strive to provide good quality of care,” King said. “Our goal is to give personalized care where we can actually focus on the individual instead of getting as many patients in here as possible.”

Combining manual techniques with exercises, King works individually with every patient to improve quality of life in an energetic environment. The clinic features specialized equipment for optimal rehabilitation of the lower extremities, whether rehabilitation is needed because of overuse, stress injury or joint replacement.

Among the center’s specialized equipment is the AlterG’s Anti-Gravity Treadmill.

Used by professional athletes and sports teams, the weight-adjustable treadmill allows patients to exercise without pain — even while they are recovering from injury or surgery.

Runners and triathletes often use the treadmill at the clinic, whether they are recovering from injuries or simply aiming to reduce the impact on their joints, King said.

“It’s a great tool for everyone,” she said.

The clinic offers other cash-based, costeffective services, such as a screening and exercise education program for golfers so they can improve their game.

King’s love of sports and passion for

helping others led her to a career in physical therapy.

Originally from Johannesburg, South Africa, King grew up swimming and playing field hockey, squash and tennis.

She came to the United States for college, earning a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology with an emphasis in pre-physical therapy in 2006 at San Diego State University. In 2009, she graduated from the University of Colorado with a doctorate in physical therapy.

Throughout her career, King has worked at the Veterans Affairs Hospital in Colorado, Naval Medical Center San Diego and various outpatient orthopedic clinics, where she’s participated in sports rehabilitation and functional, vestibular and balance training, in addition to treatment for individuals with Parkinson’s disease.

After working at a North County outpatient orthopedic clinic for two years, she decided to open her own practice, working one-on-one with individuals of all ages and needs.

With a need for a physical therapy center in Del Mar and the surrounding communities, King opened her clinic in June 2013 on Via de la Valle. She often welcomes patients from Del Mar, Solana Beach, Carmel Valley, Rancho Santa Fe and other areas.

“It’s a convenient location,” King said.

“I’ve enjoyed helping people and seeing people heal and go back to what they enjoy.

That’s what’s most rewarding.”

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After working at a North County outpatient orthopedic clinic for two years, Tracey King decided to open Rancho Del Mar Physical Therapy, working one-on-one with individuals of all ages and needs.

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Panera Bread rises to occasion with April 6 opening in Pacific Highlands Ranch Village

BY KAREN BILLING The Panera Bread in the Village at Pacific Highlands Ranch will open at 6 a.m.

Monday, April 6.

As an opening day treat, the first 150 guests to make a purchase will receive a Panera Bread mug and free coffee for a month.

“We are thrilled to open our newest bakery-cafe in Carmel Valley,” said Brian Campbell, marketing director of Manna Development Group, franchisee of Panera Bread. “Our concept has Panera Bread opens at 6 a.m. Monday, April 6, in the been embraced by many surVillage at Pacific Highlands Ranch. Photo by Karen rounding communities over Billing the past 10 years in the area, and we look forward to sharing our signature Panera warmth here in Carmel Valley.”

Panera has about 1,818 locations across the country. Manna, the franchise group based in Encinitas, is the second largest franchise group in the country with 79 locations. They run all of the Panera locations in San Diego, and Pacific Highlands Ranch will be their 19th café in the region.

Every Panera location is a bakery, and that’s different from many other restaurant concepts, said Sandy McElfresh, director of sales and marketing. Bakers come in every night and bake all night long so that in the morning the restaurant is full of freshly baked baguettes and loafs, bagels, croissants, pastries, muffins and muffies (just the top of the muffin) in flavors like pumpkin, blueberry and peach pecan.

In addition to sweet options, like cookies, cupcakes and cakes, the café also serves up plenty of savory items like soups, salads and sandwiches.

McElfresh said Panera prides itself on being “food you can trust”; it is committed to clean ingredients and menu transparency.

The location will also feature Panera’s new Rapid Pick-up service, which enables guests to order online up to five days in advance and pick up their food at a predetermined time without waiting in line.

Panera also seeks to create an environment where people feel welcome to sit and stay a while.

“I think in the restaurant industry there’s a lot of talk about ‘turning tables.’ That’s just not who we are,” McElfresh said.

They were one of the first restaurants to promote free Wi-Fi, and every location is outfitted with comfy, overstuffed chairs and large tables that encourage people to meet and linger.

For 25 years, Panera Bread has worked to combat the problem of hunger through their Day-End Dough-Nation, donating unsold bread and baked goods to local organizations. In 2012, Panera donated approximately $100 million worth of unsold goods to help neighbors in need. The Pacific Highlands Ranch store will do the same.

“We feel so blessed, it’s our privilege to give back to the community,” McElfresh said.

Rather than tips, the café collects donations in its Panera Cares Community Breadbox to support local charities.

Panera is excited that all of the extra pennies, nickels and dimes collected at its 18 San Diego locations have raised $40,000 for Scripps Hospital Foundation. A special check presentation will be held at the new PHR store at 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 8.

“That’s pretty amazing,” McElfresh said. “Our local community is extremely generous, and we’re blessed to be able to support the community’s charities.”

Panera Bread is open from 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sundays. The new café will employ more than 60 associates and managers. Anyone interested in working for Panera Bread can apply at panerapeople.com.

St. Thérèse of Carmel offers three-night retreat April 13-15 St. Thérèse of Carmel Catholic Church offers a threenight retreat from April 13-15, “Three Nights of God’s Healing Love,” with the Rev. Gregory Bramlage.

Each evening starts at 7 p.m., with rosary at 6:30 p.m.

Bramlage travels the world evangelizing with the Word of God and teaching others how to pray for miracles with expectant faith. People of all faith traditions or people without out a faith community are welcome. God’s love is for everyone! Each night is different but builds on the previous evening. Child care is available by reservation only.

For questions or child care reservation, contact Jessica Firsching at jfirsching@stocsd.org.

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The interactive workshop allows girls to talk openly about their social Members of the Girl Rising Club at The Grauer School. stressors and provide them with more effective tools for expressing their needs and maintaining their personal integrity.

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‘SNL@CCA’ to feature student art, performances Goodguys bringing 15th Meguiar’s Del Canyon Crest AcadeMar Nationals to fairgrounds April 10-12 my’s“SNL@CCA,” upcoming gala, will feature artwork Goodguys Rod & Custom Association is poised to bring its 15th Meguiar’s Del Mar Nationals to the Del Mar Fairgrounds April 10-12, featuring more than 2,500 candy-colored and chromed hot rods, customs, classics, muscle cars and trucks.

The Street Rod d’Elegance, presented by March Performance, will be a highlight this year. Street Rods through 1948 vintage are eligible to compete for this prize, designed to honor a gorgeous, elegant street rod.

There are fun things for the kids to do, too. A model The Street Rod d’Elegance, presented by March car program sponsored by Performance, will be a highlight this year.

Revell sends the little ones home with their very own model kit, plus there’s a PPG coloring contest and other kids’ games.

Goodguys K&N Filters All American Sunday on April 12 allows owners of Americanmade or -powered show cars and trucks of all years to show off next to the 1972 and earlier iron. All American Sunday participants are eligible for awards, and can join in the AutoCross on Sunday. Registration takes place at the Del Mar Hilton starting at 7 a.m. April 12.

Gates are open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. General admission is $20 adults, $6 for kids 7-12. Fairgrounds parking is $10. Visit www.goodguys.com to buy tickets or to register a show car. Call 925-838-9876 for information. General admission tickets for $17 are available at good-guys.com until midnight April 9 only.

and performances by Envision Visual Arts and Comedy Sportz students.

The gala, taking place May 16 in CCA’s Proscenium Theatre, will feature a New York-themed culinary experience and art festival, in addition to a hilarious evening of stand-up comedy and improv.

A live auction will take place during intermission.

All proceeds from the evening will benefit CCA’s Raven’s Fund, Athletics, Envision and QUEST designations of the CCA Foundation, which “enrich the experience of every student, every day.”

EVA students will be creating two 4x4 gesso pieces (chalk drawings) for the event. One will be created ahead of time and time-lapse photography will capture the work. The second piece will be created live during the pre-gala reception.

Both pieces will be auctioned during the live auction. Around 25 8x10 paintings created by EVA Conservatory students will be available on the gala online auction.

The CCA Comedy Sportz team has been collaborating with CCA Alumni and professional writers Matt Herman and Nick Scutti. They are working with Envision Theatre Arts students to write and perform sketches for the gala.

Students from each Envision discipline will be represented at the gala, with a house band providing music, and cinema/theatre students creating “shorts” for the show.

Hilary Patton, VP of Envision and SNL@CCA gala auction chair, was enthusiastic about the opportunity for gala attendees to experience the work of CCA students: “We are thrilled to be able to showcase our students’ work while raising money for the programs that help them thrive at CCA.” For gala tickets, donations, and sponsorship opportunities, visit www.ccagala.

Third VinDiego Wine & Food Festival lands April 10-11 at Liberty Station America’s finest city will once again become the epicenter of the California wine world as the third annual VinDiego Wine & Food Festival takes over NTC Liberty Station in Point Loma on April 10-11. Wine and food enthusiasts can

choose from more than 300 tastes of unlimited award-winning wines by top California and Oregon wineries and delectable food and appetizers from more than 20 of San Diego’s finest restaurants while enjoying live music and an up-

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The VinDiego Grand Tasting will be from 4-7 p.m. April 11 at NTC Promenade in Liberty Station, 2640 Historic Decatur Road. Tickets available at www.VinDiego.com.

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Painting, wine tasting offered at DM Highlands Wine and Canvas San Diego will offer painting events from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, April 4 and April 25 at Mia Francesca Del Mar, at the Del Mar Highlands Town Center, 12955 El Camino Real, Suite G-4.

For $35, guests will follow step-by-step instructions “Spring Blossoms” will be the featured artwork on April from a local artist to re-create 25 at the Wine and Canvas San Diego event at Mia the featured paintings, “Tor- Francesca Del Mar. Courtesy photo rey Pines Sunset” on April 4, and “Spring Blossoms” on April 25. All art supplies are provided, including 16-boot-by-20foot canvas, paints, brushes, easels and aprons. Wine is not included. No experience is necessary. By the end of the event, guests will bring home a work of art that they created.

Mia Francesca’s full food and beverage menu will be available for purchase during the event.

Registration is required at https://www.wineandcanvas.com/wine-and-canvas-calendarsan-diego-ca.html.

Wine and Canvas San Diego is a mobile art entertainment company offering public and private painting events at local venues, corporate settings and private homes.

ArtFest coming to Botanic Garden April 11-12 Don’t miss ArtFest, a delightful combination of a Fine Art Show, Quick Draw Contest, art demonstrations, and Asian Art Show from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, April 11 and 12, at the San Diego Botanic Garden in Encinitas.

Stay all day, and enjoy a lunch of delicious Greek delights made possible by Divine Fresh Foods. For more information, visit SDBGarden.org/artfest.

Cost is free with admission or membership to the San Diego Botanic Garden.

Lux Art Institute welcomes fourth artist in residence Lux Art Institute announces the exhibition of Kingston-born artist Ebony G. Patterson, the fourth of five resident artists at Lux during its 2014-2015 season.

Patterson’s flamboyant work, which incorporates glitter, fabric silk flowers, jewelry, and more, draws attention to changing forms of masculinity and working-class identity in Jamaican dance-hall culture.

Patterson will be in residence at Lux “Bad Pickney” from the Fambily series, 2013, from April 4-May 2, during which time mixed media hand-embellished photo she will complete a large, floor-based, tapestry with 56 fabric balloons. Courtesy of mixed media piece in the Artist Studio.

The opening reception is from 6-8 the artist and Monique Meloche Gallery p.m. Thursday, April 2, and the exhibit runs from April 4-May 30. Visitors are welcome during Artist Studio hours: 1-5 p.m. Thursday and Friday, and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday.

As part of the Studio Series, Lux will host a casual wine reception followed by an interactive discussion with Patterson from 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, April 23. Lux members attend events for free. Visit luxartinstitute.org.

Carvey, Caillat to perform at county fair Comedian Dana Carvey, ventriloquist Terry Fator, singer-songwriter Colbie Caillat and KC and the Sunshine Band have been added to the grandstand concert lineup at the San Diego County Fair, organizers of the annual summer event announced today.

Carvey, the “Saturday Night Live” alumnus, is set to perform July 4. Fator, who also does musical impressions of major entertainers, is scheduled to take the stage on June 12.

Caillat will follow on June 13. KC and the Sunshine Band will kick off Grandstand Stage entertainment for the fair on opening night, June 5. They join a lineup that already includes Peter Frampton and Cheap Trick, June 10; Christina Perri, June 17; and closing act Julion Alvarez, July 5.

The fair will also offer performances from singer-songwriter Andy Grammer, “The Voice” finalist Beverly McClellan and country singer Tanya Tucker — among others — in its Paddock Stage series.

Full schedules are available on the fair’s website, www.sdfair.com.

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Say ‘aloha’ to new Trader Joe’s at PHR

BY KAREN BILLING The Village at Pacific Highlands Ranch’s Trader Joe’s opened March 27 with lots of aloha spirit. Just before 8 a.m., a crowd of cookie butter and “Two Buck Chuck” enthusiasts had formed a line outside, armed with red shopping carts and baskets. San Diego City Council President Sherri Lightner helped snip a large lei, and Trader Joe’s crew members in Hawaiian shirts formed an enthusiastic receiving line, cheering each customer and draping a lei around their necks.

Murals inside depict bettors and big hats at the racetrack, and Carmel Valley scenes like cyclists, hot-air balloons and beachgoers enjoying the sun and sand.

The PHR Trader Joe’s Captain Scott Walsh has been with the company for 33 years. There were 18 Trader Joe’s when he was hired; the Village store is number 441.

His crew members, “traders on the culinary seas,” trained for two weeks at various Trader Joe’s locations to be ready to go for opening day. Hours are 8 a.m.-9 p.m. daily.

“My philosophy is, you can train people for the tasks, but you can’t train a good attitude,” he said. “We look for people who are happy, excited and love working for Trader Joe’s.”

Trader Joe’s stores range from 10,000 to 15,000 square feet. The PHR location is a bit larger, at 14,100 square feet. Unique to this location is a wine-tasting bar; Chula Vista and Temecula are the only other area stores with this feature. Walsh said he plans small tastings seven days a week.

“I think this is going to be an awesome store,” he said. Anticipation ran high and people were always peering in the windows.

“We felt like celebrities and it’s been really neat to see that excitement.”

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TPHS Foundation hosts ‘40 Year Celebration’ fundraiser

Falcons alumni and parents filled the Belly Up

The Torrey Pines High School Foundation held its “40 Year Celebration” fundraiser March 28 at the Belly Up. This event raises money for the TPHS Foundation’s “Support All Students” fund and the focus this year is to equip 100 classrooms with LCD projectors.

In celebration of Torrey Pines’ 40th birthday, Resurrection Radio, a local four-piece classic alternative cover band with two TPHS Class of 1986 alums, TPHS Assistant Principal Rob Coppo and Scott Williams, was scheduled to perform. The band added guest musicians Dawn Davis-Bearson and Tim Campen, who are Torrey Pines Class of 1987 alumni, for this show.

The Detroit Underground headlined again this year, with professional auctioneer Steve Hamann leading the live auction. TPHS parent and KUSI news anchor Sandra Maas served as emcee of the event. Visit www.torreypinesfoundation.org.

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Let’s Party! Spring has sprung!

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BY CATHARINE KAUFMAN A stream of festivals celebrating rebirth, longer days, the blooming of flowers, the liberation from slavery, and the miracle of resurrection are heralds of the glorious spring season.

Here’s a sampling of festivals throughout the lands and their gustatory offerings.

Lamb Bam, Easter and Passover Some traditional Easter eats include hand-painted hard-boiled eggs, chocolate bunnies, marshmallow Peeps, and hot cross buns, which were originally created by Anglo-Saxon ancestors who baked cakes to honor the spring goddess, Eostre.

Roast lamb or glazed ham are favorites served on Easter Sunday. The versatile pig

was not only considered a symbol of luck by early Christians, but the animals were slaughtered in the fall and cured for spring around Easter time, a convenient dish for the celebratory feast.

Roast lamb harks back to early Passover Seders as depicted in Da Vinci’s painting, “The Last Supper.” Jews ate the sacrificial lamb along with unleavened bread or matzo and bitter herbs, praying the Angel of Death would “pass over” their homes, leaving them safe.

As it was during “The Last Supper,” the Seder table must be free of chametz — taboo foods that contained leavening agents, flour, bread, grains and legumes. During the holiday, fresh fruits and vegetables are permitted, along with kosher fish, meat and fowl. On the two Seder nights, ritual foods are arranged on the Seder plate. The most scrumptious is the haroseth, a mixture of fruits and nuts that resembles the mortar Hebrew slaves used to build the Egyptian pyramids.

Persian Delights The Persian New Year, known as Nowruz, which translates to “new day,” has been observed for centuries in certain parts of the Middle East and Asia. This 13-day celebration of bonfires and bountiful foods, includes Sabzi polo va mahi, a traditional dish of white fish with herb-infused rice, the fish symbolic of abundance, the rice for rebirth; Kuku, an herb omelet that represents fertility and rebirth; and baklava for sweetness and prosperity.

The Haft Sinn is a Nowruz ritual where foods that start with the Farsi letter sinn are presented at the altar to symbolize good things to come in the New Year, such as garlic for good health, vinegar for wisdom and patience, and the dried fruit of an olive branch for love.

Cherry on Top Each spring in Japan, friends pack sumptuous picnic baskets and gather under fragrant cherry blossom trees called sakura to celebrate the beauty of nature and the transition of the seasons. During Hanami or the Cherry Blossom Festival, favorite delicacies include homemade seasonal treats like pickled cherry blossom leaves; onigiri or seasoned rice balls filled with pickled plums or fish; chunks of fried

squash called kabocha; and assorted sweet treats like mochi, a sticky rice cake dyed festive colors to embody the spirit of the Hanami holiday.

Holi Moly During Hindu Holi, people of India rejoice in the arrival of spring. It is customary for celebrants to throw colored powder and water on each other, while indulging in traditional goodies like gujhiya, a north Indian dessert of dough pockets made with whole milk powder stuffed with nuts or dried fruits, dahi vada or fried balls of white lentils dipped in seasoned curd, and other treats prepared with chickpea or gram flour. The traditional drink of Holi, bhang lassi, blends the extracts from the buds and leaves of the cannabis plant with milk, ghee butter and spices, and is a high point of the festivities.

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Below: This authentic Persian herbal rice dish bursts with the colors and flavors of the season, shared with you by Farnaz Amirfarzaneh of Carmel Valley.

2 bunches each of fresh parsley, cilantro, green onions and dill, chopped 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 3 to 4 tablespoons virgin olive oil 6 strands of saffron (dissolved in 2 tablespoons of hot water if desired) Method: Rinse rice a few times in water, sprinkle with salt and soak for at least 2 hours. Bring a pot of water to boil, then add rice. Once rice is half cooked, use a strainer to drain. Then rinse the rice very gently.

In a large saucepan, heat oil on medium temperature and start layering rice and herbs, gently mixing them. Add saffron and additional oil to the rice mixture, and allow it to steam at low temperature for about 30 minutes by covering the pot with a towel. The longer it steams, the crispier the tahdigh (rice bottom crust). Noosh jan! Enjoy!

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Solana Beach PTA holds Walk-a-Thon The Solana Beach PTA held its sixth annual Walk-a-Thon benefiting Solana Vista and Skyline elementary schools on March 20.

This event is the main fundraiser for the PTA each year. The money raised supports programs that enhance curriculum and the student learning experience. PTA programs include the Young Scientist Club, playground programs, field trips, assemblies, Reflections Art Program, yearbook, book exchange, literacy programs and more. Photos on this page were taken at Skyline Elementary School.

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Solana Beach PTA Walk-a-Thon continued

Easter, Seder events to be held April 4 • The Del Mar Foundation and its Young Del Mar Committee invite Del Mar families to its annual Easter Egg Hunt at Seagrove Park from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. April 4. Registration is mandatory. Some restrictions apply. To register visit www.delmarfoundation.org and click on the Easter Egg Hunt link.

• La Colonia Community Park in Solana Beach will be filled with hundreds of families on Saturday, April 4, to celebrate the 26th annual Children’s Spring Festival and Egg Hunt. Free games for children of all ages and refreshments will be provided.

The festival runs from 10 a.m.-noon April 4, with the egg hunt starting at 10:30 a.m. La Colonia Community Park is at 715 Valley Ave. Call 858-720-2453.

• The Torrey Hills Spring Egg Hunt, sponsored by the Ocean Air Recreation Center, will be held on Saturday, April 4, from 9 a.m.-noon at Torrey Hills Community Park (4262 Calle Mejillones).

The event will include egg hunts, games, music, jumpers and face painting.

Bring your own basket. For more information, call 858-552-1687.

• Kids and families are encouraged to hop on over to Flower Hill Promenade on Easter weekend to enjoy their annual “Easter Egg Treasure Hunt” from noon-3 p.m. Saturday, April 4. Children of all ages can have their picture taken with the Easter Bunny from noon to 2 p.m., while families can enjoy live music from Clint Perry of The Boohoo Crew throughout the event.

• Congregation Beth Am will host a Preschool Passover Seder Dinner at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 4. The meal and ceremony will be conducted by Rabbi Earne.

This authentic dinner will use a kid-friendly Haggadah or Seder book for the service. Itwill consist of traditional Passover foods, such as unleavened bread, boiled eggs, and horseradish. Join Rabbi Earne and his family for a fun, fast and friendly kosher L’Pesah kid seder.

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“Heard it Through the Grapevine’ benefit for Rady Children’s Hospital The Del Mar Unit of Rady Children’s Hospital Auxiliary held its 54th Annual “Heard it Through the Grapevine” fundraiser March 28 at the Del Mar Country Club.

The event featured beer, wine and food tasting, live music, and a live and silent auction.

Proceeds raised at the event will benefit Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego’s Heart Institute and will help pay for pediatric heart transplant surgeries performed at the newly opened Pediatric Heart Transplant Program.

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Spring Block Party Just outside of the Cedros Design District, other creative minds have come together at The Lofts at North Cedros. To celebrate the creative space, the businesses hosted a Spring Block Party on March 27.

“We love being off the beaten path, feeling kind of like hidden gems, but we also want people to know that creative business is booming just a block up the street,” said Alexa Stefankiewicz, digital media coordinator at Rebecca Norman Studio, a jewelry and handbag boutique.

Although Rebecca Norman Studio is one of the newest shops to open at The Lofts, Rebecca Norman started her business in the building in 2000. After seven years, she moved Kay Lim, Sareena and Orly Perez of Bella Sareena her production studio to Carlsbad and opened (www.bellasareena.com) a boutique on Cedros Avenue.

In July 2014, Norman brought both sides of the businesses together when she returned to The Lofts at North Cedros.

Located on East Cliff Street, the building used to be an industrial warehouse. With the local creative scene consistently growing, however, the building has become Solana Beach’s newest creative space.

Now rebranded, The Lofts at North Cedros houses 16 businesses about a half-mile from the Cedros Design District. From a day spa to a photography studio, the building today is filled with artisans, craftsmen and designers.

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ITEM 2 ZA14-007 APN: NA Location: City-wide Applicant: City of Del Mar Zones: RC, CC, BC, NC, PC, and VC Environmental Status: Exempt Contact Person: Kathleen Garcia, Planning and Community Development Director Description: A request to amend Del Mar Municipal Code Chapter 30.84 (Signage) to allow permitted chalkboard and blade signs in all commercial zones.

ITEM 3 V14-008 APN: 299-13403 Location: 2007 Santa Fe Ave. Owner/Applicant: Jeff Kelley Owner Agent: Bob Scott, RJS Planning Zone: RM-West Overlay Zone: Floodplain Overlay Zone Environmental Status: Exempt Contact Person: Matt Bator, AICP, Senior Planner Description: A request for a Variance from Del Mar

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ADJOURNMENT PC2015.4.14. DM1348. 4/2/15.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2015-006273 Fictitious Business Name(s): Point Loma Clinic Located at: 204 9th Street, Del Mar, CA, 92014, San Diego County.

Mailing Address: 9974 Scripps Ranch Blvd., #167, San Diego, CA 92131. This business is registered by the following: 1. Alexander Papp, MD, 925 Rosecrans St., San Diego, CA 92106 2. Julie Myers, PsyD, 925 Rosecrans St., San Diego, CA 92106 This business is conducted by: A Married Couple. The first day of business has not yet started. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 03/06/2015. Alexander Papp, MD, Owner. DM1347. Apr. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2015.

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SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 PETITION OF: MARIBELL and KEN MACTIERNAN, on behalf of ALEXANDRE MACTIERNAN, for change of name ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER 37-2015-00010468-CU-PT-CTL TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: MARIBELL and KEN MACTIERNAN, on behalf of ALEXANDRE MACTIERNAN, filed a petition with the court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Present Name: ALEXANDRE RONAN MACTIERNAN to Proposed Name: RONAN ALEXANDRE MACTIERNAN. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons

NORTH COAST interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

Notice of Hearing Date: 5/15/15, Time: 9:30 a.m., Dept: 46.

The address of the court is 220 West Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Del Mar Times.

Date: 03/27/2015 David J. Danielsen Judge of the Superior Court DM1345. Apr. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2015.

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER 37-2015-00009015-CU-PT-CTL TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner MATTIN SABERI filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Present Name: MATTIN SABERI to Proposed Name: MATEEN SABERI THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

Notice of Hearing Date: 05/01/2015 Time: 8:30 AM Dept.: 46.

The address of the court is: 220 W. Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Del Mar Times.

Date: MAR 18, 2015 David J. Danielsen Judge of the Superior Court DM1344. Apr. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2015 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2015-006433 Fictitious Business Name(s): Bulldog Investigations Located at: 12629 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA, 92130, San Diego County. Mailing Address: PO Box 15532, San Diego, CA 92175.

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This business is conducted by: An Individual. The first day of business was 5/1/97. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 03/09/2015. Bart H. Santos, Owner. CV716. Apr. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2015.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2015-006651 Fictitious Business Name(s): Rojas Landscape Located at: 13954 Caminata Breve, San Diego, CA, 92129, San Diego County. Mailing Address: PO Box 502052, San Diego, CA 92150.

This business is registered by the following: Guillermo Rojas, 13954 Caminata Breve, San Diego, CA 92129. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The first day of business was 01/01/2010. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 03/11/2015.

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Mailing Address: same. This business is registered by the following: Alice Quintas, 259 Stratford Ct., Del Mar, CA 92014. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The first day of business was 03/20/2015.

This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 03/27/2015. Alice Quintas. DM1346.

Apr. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2015.

b. TRUE BLUE Woman Located at: 9345 Wintergardens Blvd., #12, Lakeside, CA, 92040, San Diego County. Mailing Address: Same. This business is registered by the following: Stefanie K. Blue, 9345 Wintergardens Blvd., #12, Lakeside, CA 92040. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The first day of business has not yet started.

This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 03/09/2015. Stefanie K. Blue, Owner.

CV714. Mar. 26, Apr. 2, 9, 16, 2015.

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 PETITION OF: KRISTINE R. CALL, on behalf of minor, MASON R. SHIELDS, for change of name ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER 37-2015-00009156-CU-PT-CTL TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: KRISTINE R. CALL, on behalf of minor, MASON R. SHIELDS, filed a petition with the court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Present Name: MASON RYAN SHIELDS to Proposed Name: MASON VALDEZ SHIELDS. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

Notice of Hearing Date: MAY 08, 2015, Time: 8:30 a.m., Dept: 46.

The address of the court is 220 West Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Carmel Valley News.

Date: 03/18/2015 David J. Danielsen Judge of the Superior Court CV715. Mar. 26, Apr. 2, 9, 16, 2015.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2015-004597 Fictitious Business Name(s): a. E2 Young Engineers b. ESYE SD c. E2 Young Engineers SD Located at: 12906 Hideaway Lane, San Diego, CA, 92131, San Diego County. Mailing Address: 12906 Hideaway Lane, San Diego, CA 92131. This business is registered by the following: JR Ohana Ventures, LLC, 12906 Hideaway Lane, San Diego, CA 92131, California. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. The first day of business was 11/01/14. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 02/18/2015.

John Rodriguez, Managing Member. CV713. Mar. 19, 26, Apr. 2, 9, 2015.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2015-006018 Fictitious Business Name(s): Wientech Enterprise Located at: 5388 Foxhound Way, San Diego, CA, 92130, San Diego County.

This business is registered by the following: Iwen Yao, 5388 Foxhound Way, San Diego, CA 92130. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The first day of business was 3/2/2015. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr.,

Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 03/04/2015. Iwen Yao. CV712. Mar. 19, 26, Apr. 2, 9, 2015.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2015-006010 Fictitious Business Name(s): Lilly’s Villa II Located at: 5996 Sagebrush Rd., La Jolla, CA, 92037, San Diego County.

Mailing Address: PO Box 2866, La Jolla, CA 92038. This business is registered by the following: Binner Family Counseling Center, 5996 Sagebrush Rd., La Jolla, CA 92037, California. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The first day of business was March 8, 1994. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 03/04/2015. Liliana Binner, Director / President. DM1340. Mar. 19, 26, Apr. 2, 9, 2015.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2015-006123 Fictitious Business Name(s): a. La Maison du parfumerie b. JR Import – Jose Rocha Located at: 5674 El Camino Real, #E, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, San Diego County. This business is registered by the following: Jose Rocha, 5674 El Camino Real, #E, Carlsbad, CA 92008. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The first day of business has not yet started. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 03/05/2015. Jose Rocha. DM1339.

Mar. 19, 26, Apr. 2, 9, 2015.

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92112-0128 PETITION OF: KATHLEEN ANN MAHONEY for change of name.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER 37-2015-00007473-CU-PT-CTL TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner KATHLEEN ANN MAHONEY filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Present Name: KATHLEEN ANN MAHONEY to Proposed Name: KATHLEEN ANN SULLIVAN THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

Notice of Hearing Date: 4/17/15 Time: 8:30 AM Dept.: 46.

The address of the court is: 220 W. Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Del Mar Times.

Date: MAR 05, 2015 David J. Danielsen Judge of the Superior Court DM1337. Mar. 12, 19, 26, Apr. 2, 2015 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2015-006264 Fictitious Business Name(s): Being In Sync Located at: 3830 Valley Ctr. Dr., #705-658, San Diego, CA, 92130, San Diego County. Mailing Address: 3830 Valley Ctr. Dr., #705-658, San Diego, CA 92130. This business is

registered by the following: In Sync Consulting, Inc., 3830 Valley Ctr. Dr., #705-658, San Diego, CA 92130, CA. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The first day of business was 1/1/2001. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 03/06/2015. Suzanne Weinstein, President. CV711. Mar. 12, 19, 26, Apr. 2, 2015.

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92112-0128 PETITION OF: ROBERT BABAK MOTAMEDI for change of name.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER 37-2015-00007463-CU-PT-CTL TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner ROBERT BABAK MOTAMEDI filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Present Name: ROBERT BABAK MOTAMEDI to Proposed Name: BABAK MOTAMEDI THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

Notice of Hearing Date: 4/17/15 Time: 9:30 AM Dept.: 46.

The address of the court is: 220 W. Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Carmel Valley News.

Date: MAR 05, 2015 David J. Danielsen Judge of the Superior Court CV710. Mar. 12, 19, 26, Apr. 2, 2015 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2015-004107 Fictitious Business Name(s): a. Optimal Weight Loss b. Reliable Lab Testing Located at: 5358 Jackson Dr., #1, La Mesa, CA, 91942, San Diego County.

Mailing Address: 3830 Valley Centre Dr., #705-306, San Diego, CA 92130.

This business is registered by the following: Ellyn Levine, MD, Inc., 5358 Jackson Dr., #1, La Mesa, CA 91942, California. This business is conducted by A Corporation. The first day of business has not yet started.

This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 02/12/2015. Ellyn Levine, President.

CV709. Mar. 12, 19, 26, Apr. 2, 2015.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2015-005948 Fictitious Business Name(s): Ekeko, Inc. Located at: 1140 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA, 92014, San Diego County. Mailing Address: 1140 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014. This business is registered by the following: Ekeko, Inc., 1140 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014, California. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The first day of business was 01/01/2015.

This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 03/04/2015. Bratzo Basagoitia, CEO. DM1335. Mar. 12, 19, 26, Apr. 2, 2015.

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NCL welcoming committee members: Susan Trompeter, Molly Oitzman, Gabriella Patino, Ava Claxton, Chloe Winkler, co-chair Sarah King, Nadia Patino, Linda Winkler, Tricia Hinkle, Kaley McHale

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San Diego Del Sol Chapter of NCL Senior Recognition event The San Diego Del Sol Chapter of the National Charity League honored 25 young women on March 21 at the Hyatt Regency La Jolla at its Senior Recognition Ceremony and Dinner Dance. The graduating seniors have devoted six years of volunteer service to the NCL Chapter and local San Diego charities.

The NCL Del Sol Class of 2015 Ticktockers are all high school seniors, graduating from Canyon Crest Academy, Cathedral Catholic High School, Coronado High School, Francis Parker School, Fusion Academy High School, Halstrom Academy, Pacific Ridge High School, San Dieguito Academy, Santa Fe Christian, Torrey Pines

High School and Valley Christian High School.

During the six-year program, the mothers and daughters participate in philanthropic work, educational activities, leadership development, and cultural enrichment. They have performed hundreds of hours of community service at a variety of organizations throughout the county, including The Family Recovery Center, Ronald McDonald House, Autism Tree Project Foundation, and Helen Woodward Animal Center.

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Petting zoo fun at the Super Dentists Spring Fair Kids join Chuck E. Cheese for a gangnam-style dance

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Carmel Valley Spring Fair, Wellness 5K The second Carmel Valley Spring Fair was held March 21 at the Super Dentists parking lot off El Camino Real and Valley Centre Drive.

The family event included a petting zoo, arts and crafts, food trucks, bounce houses, a scavenger hunt and the popular talent show. The show allows elementary school and middle school students to compete for a chance to win $10,000 for their school and a two-page spread in Seventeen Magazine.

The Wellness Magazine 5K was also run in conjunction with the Spring Fair.

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Agent Scott Hall joins Coastal Premier Properties Realtor Adam Foley joins Willis Allen Real Estate’s Del Mar Branch

Coastal Premier Properties would like to extend a very warm welcome to agent Scott Hall.

Before relocating to San Diego, Scott served in the United States Air Force for 14 years and flew in over 60 combat missions during Desert Storm. He was also an instructor pilot, and is currently in the Air Force Reserves as a Lt. Colonel. His unique background allows him to work judiciously in even the most high stress and high-pressure situations.

Scott will be joining the Houston Team out of the Coastal Premier Properties La Costa office.

“As an agent, homeowner, investment owner, business owner, husband, and father, Scott knows through personal experience how important real estate is to his clients” explains co-owner Amy Green.

For more about Scott and Coastal Premier Properties, visit www.CoastalPremierOnline.com.

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Vegas comes to NC area with ‘Simply Sinatra’ Las Vegas style entertainment is coming to Rancho Santa Fe in the form of Steve Lippia with his newest program, “Simply Sinatra.”

In this rousing Frank Sinatra tribute show, Lippia interprets the best of the Big Band era and American classic pop by bringing back the timeless appeal of the “Ol’ Blue Eyes” repertoire, including “That’s Life,” “Come Fly With Me,” “Night and Day,” “All the Way,” “New York New York” and more favorites! Come to the Village Church Fellowship Hall on May 9 as Steve Lippia belts out many of Sinatra’s greatest hits. Doors open at 6 p.m. with concert at 7 p.m.

You can see a short video clip of Lippia at www.ccrsf.org. Tickets for “Sinatra” can also be purchased with MasterCard and Visa online. Checks are always appreciated, credit cards also ac-

cepted, by mail: PO Box 2781, RSF 92067.

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music and movement program for infants to age 7. More than 1.5 million families in more than 70 countries participate in Kindermusik classes.

Today Birtwell teaches several 45-minute Kindermusik classes every week. She recently wrapped up winter sessions at Calvary Lutheran Church in Solana Beach and is now starting 10-week sessions at the Community and Senior Center in Encinitas.

In October, she began writing her first children’s book.

“I’ve always wanted to write a book about the two of them because they’re such different creatures,” Birtwell said.

Page by page, she worked alongside illustrator Dao Kim Phuc of Vietnam. Although the two have never met in person, they shared the same vision for bright and charming illustrations.

“I kind of feel like once I came up with these two and how they would look, it’s almost like they wrote the story,” she said.

Birtwell encourages parents to not only read the book with their children, but use it as a learning tool.

The book has become an interactive tool for Birtwell’s classes. She often reads a couple of pages and then has the children do a related activity. One of the pages in the book, for example, shows the characters with some of the instruments she uses in her classes, prompting her to ask her students to name the instruments.

“It’s an excellent interactive tool between parents, grandparents and children,” Birtwell said. “It’s fun, but it’s also the best learning tool if they read it interactively.”

The book is available on Amazon at www.amazon.com/dp/1502759411.

Birtwell plans to release an audio book. She also hopes to continue the series, expanding the storyline and developing the minor characters.

“They really love it,” Birtwell said. “To me, that’s the best gift ever. It’s working.”

For more about Birtwell and her classes, visit ashleysmusikids.com.

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structor course, the Rotary team mentored the instructors as they taught their first course. In all, 84 health care professionals were trained as neonatal resuscitation providers — 16 pediatricians, two general practitioners, 23 obstetricians, 20 midwives and 23 nurses.

The project is already making a difference. At the end of the February trip, one of the newly trained instructor-students informed Davies that he used his new skills to save a newborn.

“After the training, he came to me and said, ‘Karin, this works!” she recalled.

Dr. Kosi had delivered a breech baby, who was blue and not breathing. By applying what he learned through the course, however, the baby started crying.

“I got a little teary,” Davies said. “It was so exciting to hear that, because that’s exactly what we wanted.”

Although team members are already seeing results, their work is not yet over.

In October, Davies and her team plan to return to the University of Gondar to provide additional training.

Until then, her team will also remotely offer ongoing mentoring to the Gondar group, as the group’s members plan to teach at least two more classes in the next several months.

Davies and her team also plan to visit the university twice next year to help the group develop a recertification program as well as a teacher-training program.

“We are going to empower the group of people we’re working with to become the local experts in neonatal resuscitation and care of ill newborns,” Davies said. “We’re also training them to be able to train others to take care of these babies.”

For information about the Del Mar Rotary, visit www.delmarrotary.org.

For information about Rotary International, visit www.rotary.org.

Willis Allen Real Estate’s Del Mar branch recently welcomed a new broker associate. Adam Foley has joined the team at 1424 Camino Del Mar in the heart of Del Mar Village.

Foley transitioned into real estate after spending several years within the real estate settlement service industry. Prior to this, Foley worked for over 15 years in medical device sales. Foley says this extensive background allows for a broader understanding of the industry as a whole. “I have a strong set of problem-solving skills and a keen ability to negotiate the intricacies of any real estate transaction,” says Foley.

“Adam’s ability to simplify challenges and integrate possible solutions is unparalleled,” says Del Mar Branch Manager Anne McBee. “He has the professional knowledge and life experiences to give him the necessary tools to help clients achieve success in the home buying and selling process.”

After spending his childhood in Minneapolis, Minn., Foley attended and played soccer at the University of California at Santa Barbara, graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in business economics with an emphasis in accounting. He later played soccer professionally in Belgium, and currently plays for the Nomads, a local San Diego soccer club.

A San Diego resident for over 20 years, Foley has spent most of this time living within North County’s coastal communities. “I fully embrace the active lifestyle of living in Southern California, from running the local trails to attending fitness classes in Solana Beach,” he says. Foley adds that he also has a strong familiarity with the greater San Diego region, demographics and real estate market.

Foley joins his wife, Marlo Milligan-Foley, in their part-

Adam Foley nership and passion for real estate. Together, they enjoy traveling, spending time with their three rescue dogs, and living life to the fullest on the beautiful Southern California coastline.

For more on Willis Allen, the 100-year old locally owned and operated San Diego brokerage, visit www. willisallen.com. To contact Adam Foley, call (858) 7357843, send email to Adam@ RanchToSeaLiving.com or visit www.RanchToSeaLiving.com to check out current listings.

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