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■ Opinion, 4 ■ Groups sue county, 7 ■ Olympic training, 9 ■ Sports, 11 ■ Dining Guide, 15 ■ Entertainment, 16 ■ Crime reports, 19 ■ Obituaries, 20 ■ Faith Directory, 21 ■ Classifieds, 23

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Ramona High School’s Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps cadets hosted NJROTC units from 17 schools at the 9th Annual Up the Hill Drill on Saturday. The Area 11 NJROTC State Qualifier event is the largest Navy cadet meet in San Diego County. The Ramona unit, which qualified for the Area 11 Super Bowl at Santa Ana High School in February, placed seventh overall in the Up the Hill Drill, fourth in color guard, third in drill and second in unarmed exhibition.

Marijuana ordinance amendments head to supervisors BY KAREN BRAINARD Amendments to the county’s Medical Marijuana Collective Facilities Ordinance are scheduled to go before the county Board of Supervisors on Wednesday, Jan. 25. The supervisors’ meetings start at 9 a.m. in Room 310 of the

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BY KAREN BRAINARD Caltrans’ state Route 67 Centerline Project is scheduled to start on March 7, but many believe the $7.15 million plan will not do enough to provide the safety measures needed to prevent the collisions that occur on the highway. “Government, I believe, in this issue has failed us,” said Dan Summers, a newly-elected member of the Ramona Community Planning Group during Caltrans’ project presentation to the group on Jan. 12. “And clearly in the community of Ramona this is a big concern. I appreciate your effort here with the new plan, but it doesn’t address the fatalities.” Caltrans’ Project Manager Jose Robles described the centerline project that would include installing channelizers — flexible yellow posts — down the centerline of the highway from Winter Gardens Boulevard in Lakeside to Shady Oaks Road in Ramona. The posts would be 12 feet apart with gaps to allow access to driveways. Of particular concern to Ramonans is the section of SR-67 in the Mt. Woodson area, specifically near Cloudy Moon Drive, where there have been head-on collisions and fatalities. The room went silent and the mood turned somber when Charlie Spicuzza addressed Caltrans and the planners as a public speaker. “This is going to be kind of tough….My wife was the last person that died on 67 there right before Thanksgiving,” he said. “So, needless to say it’s been a pretty rough six weeks. And the reason I wanted to speak, it almost sounds like SEE CALTRANS, A10

County Administration Center, 1600 Pacific Highway, San Diego. The Jan. 25 agenda was not available before going to press, but it will be posted at www.sandiegocounty.gov/ content/sdc/cob/bosa.html. Three members of the Ramona Community Planning Group —

Jim Cooper, Dan Scherer and Casey Lynch — said they plan to attend the hearing. Ramona has two licensed dispensaries, one at 736 Montecito Way and another at 1210 Olive St. Among supervisors’ consideration will be the county Planning Commission’s Nov. 4,

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2016, recommendations that were largely supported by the Ramona planning group. They include points in a memorandum of understanding submitted to the planning group by the two Ramona dispensary owners as a compromise to ease SEE POT, A20

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ON THE AGENDA Thursday, Jan. 19 Ramona Unified School District Board, 6 p.m. closed session, 7 p.m. open to the public session, Wilson Administrative Center, 720 Ninth St. Among agenda items are: Math Success at Olive Peirce Middle School; inspirational student of month; course of study approval for culinary arts, international cuisine, hydrology and irrigation systems and success pathology; agreement between district and Ramona Teachers Association regarding one-time early-notice bonus of $1,000 for RTA members planning to resign or retire at end of school year; agreement between district and RTA regarding salary revision for psychologists, speech language and hearing pathologists, deaf and hearing impaired specialists, and visually impaired specialists; revised job descriptions and reclassification of classification/salary ranges for members of the Ramona Chapter of California School Employees Association; notice of completion for Clean Energy Jobs Act work done by Balfour Beatty; reports from union representatives, student board representatives, trustees and superintendent; board policy revisions. Agenda also includes 11 items to be approved in one Consent Calendar vote. Complete agenda: www.ramonausd.net.

Planners split on new chair Group delays vote until next month BY KAREN BRAINARD Choosing a new chair for the Ramona Community Planning Group will have to wait another month as planners were evenly split between two candidates with three of the group’s 15 members absent. Dan Scherer, 2016 planning group vice chair, conducted the Jan. 12 meeting, held a week later than usual due to the holidays. Jim Piva, 2016 chair, did not seek re-election when his four-year term ended last year. Jim Cooper nominated Scherer for 2017 chair while Donna Myers nominated Torry Brean. The vote came out six for Scherer and six for Brean. A re-vote ended with the same result so it was determined the election for chair would be postponed until the group’s Feb. 2 meeting. Cooper said the vice chair and secretary positions should be selected and nominated Brean for vice chair, but several members questioned the nomination since Brean was in the running for chair. “In the interest of fairness I would like to say Dan (Scherer) be vice chair,” said Myers. “I don’t think this makes any sense at all,” said Brean. He moved to delay voting on chair and vice chair until next month, a motion the group approved with Cooper the sole dissenter. Scherer’s nomination of Kristi Mansolf to continue serving as secretary received unanimous support. At the beginning of the meeting the seven members who were victorious in the

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Holding their certificates of election are the seven elected members of the Ramona Community Planning Group: Dan Summers, Casey Lynch, Chris Holloway, and incumbents Torry Brean, Donna Myers, Paul Stykel and Jim Cooper. November 2016 election were sworn in and received certificates of election. They are: incumbents Brean, Myers, Cooper and Paul Stykel, and new members Casey Lynch, Chris Holloway and Dan Summers. Absent from the meeting were David Ross, Richard Tomlinson and Scotty Ensign. In other business at the meeting, the group unanimously approved: • McDonald’s remodel of its restaurant at 1550 Main St. Kevin McAuley, representing McDonald’s, said the corporation is modernizing all of its locations with exterior and interior changes. The original design

plans for the Ramona fast-food restaurant were revised to reflect the rural community character as laid out in the Ramona Village Center Form-Based Code. It took several meetings with the Ramona Design Review Board for project representatives to receive approval from that board. Included in the plans are a two-lane drive-up for ordering. McAuley said the corporation remodeled 160 California stores in 2016 and plans to do 140 in the state this year. • An administrative permit for agricultural clearing for a vineyard on seven of 14 acres on three lots at 1303 Olive St.

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NEWS BRIEFS Homeless count needs volunteers, donations On Friday, Jan. 27, a count of the homeless in Ramona will be conducted. “To do this properly we will need volunteers to count homeless, dwellings, vehicles and perform interviews,” said Ramona resident Dave Patterson, who will participate in the county. Donations of food packets, cash or vouchers for those who agree to be interviewed will be helpful, said Patterson. “If you have information regarding where the homeless live and/or if you would like to participate, please contact Dave Patterson. Dpatterson998@yahoo.com, 760-207-9139.”

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representative said after the department’s veterinary staff was forced to amputate a young dog’s leg. The terrier mix came to the department’s attention when a neighbor called, saying the dog appeared to have a broken leg. The dog’s owner, a San Diego resident, told animal services officers a car hit the dog but he didn’t have the money to get veterinary treatment. The dog, who must have been in excruciating pain, would have died if not treated, said Animal Services Lt. Mitchell Levy. The dog can walk well on her three legs, said Levy in the county’s announcement that she is healthy enough to be adopted. Animal services at 619-767-2675 will refer owners to resources available if they cannot afford to care for their pet.

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Little People’s Learning Center will host a community children's clothing exchange on Saturday, Jan. 28, from 10 a.m. to noon at Ramona United Methodist Church, 3394 Chapel Lane. Bring your outgrown clothes sizes 0 – 12, anytime to the preschool office until Jan. 27, then pick up clothes that will fit your child's growing body. Any questions, contact Jill Bacorn, 760-789-3435.

Animal care People who cannot afford to care for their pet may contact San Diego County Department of Animal Services, a

San Diego County supervisors on Jan. 11 approved keeping the speed limits on three Ramona roads the same: Mussey Grade Road, Wildcat Canyon Road, and a portion of 11th Street. On Mussey Grade Road from state Route 67 to 380 feet north of Mahogany Ranch Road, the speed limit is 45 mph; the speed limit changes to 40 mph from there to the end of Mussey Grade Road. The speed limit on Wildcat Canyon Road from San Vicente Road in Ramona to Willow Road in Lakeside is 50 mph, and on 11th Street from Main Street to San Vicente Road it is 35 mph. The vote came at the recommendation of

the county's Traffic Advisory Committee and recertifies the use of radar for speed enforcement in those areas. The decision came after measuring prevailing speeds and roadway operating conditions that include collisions, the committee reported.

Birthday Bash Barnett Elementary School PTA invites the community and former students, teachers, and families to the Birthday Bash to celebrate the school’s 25th anniversary on March 10 at 5 p.m. The time capsule that was buried in 1991 at the school at 23925 Couna Way will be opened and a new one will be put in its place, said Michelle Lawrence, Barnett PTA president.

Intra Soccer Tryouts Ramona Intra Tryouts will be held on Thursday, Jan. 19, at the Ramona Adult Softball fields, 929 Elm St., from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Check-in will be at 5. Tryouts will be for boys born in 2005-07, 2004 and 2003. Tryouts will be for girls born in 2007-08 and 2004-05. For more information, email ramonaintra2016@gmail.com.

Laughter Yoga Bring more laughter into your life by attending the Laughter Yoga class at 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 19, at Ramona Library, 1275 Main St.

A typical Laughter Yoga class consists of a series of simple, fun and gentle laughter exercises combined with deep breathing. Laughter has many physical, emotional and social benefits, says the class announcement, and some of the most immediate and powerful benefits are a decrease in anxiety and stress and an overall sense of well-being. The class is taught by a certified Laughter Yoga instructor. For more information, call the library at 760-788-5270.

Tutor training Adults interested in tutoring reading to a kindergarten through third-grader once a week on a one-to-one basis are invited to free training in the Montecito High School Library, 720 Ninth St., on Thursday, Jan. 19, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. For more information, contact Lyn Hardy, Ramona Unified School District’s OASIS Intergenerational Tutor Coordinator, at 760-787-4317 or lhardy@ramonausd.net.

GriefShare starts Monday GriefShare, a 13-week program, will begin Monday, Jan. 23, in Mountain View Community Church, 1191 Meadowlark Way, and will be held on Mondays from 6:15 to 7:45 p.m. 760-789-1634.

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Integrated Math catastrophe BY RONALD FAY bout a year ago I wrote an article asking the question “Integrated Math: Is it working?” This is a follow-up to tell Ramona residents the answer to that question. In short the answer is a resounding “No.” For the 2015-16 school year from a source within the school district the results show that about 40% of the students in Integrated Math I received an “F” or a “D” grade — 40%! It was so bad that the school board had a meeting to discuss what went wrong and ask the teachers what was their plan to fix this. These results clearly show to any reasonable person that this is not a case of a math program that has a few issues that can be tweaked and fixed. But rather it shows that this math program is a catastrophic failure and should be scrapped completely. Below are email replies that I received about my previous article. They include an SDSU professor, a mom, and technology professionals. Not one reply disagreed with me. You are absolutely correct. I tutored my granddaughter and her friend this year for Integrated Math II. What a mess! I have a BS and MBA from San Diego State. I spent 46 years in an Information Technology career. I completely agree with you about the unwise choice of integrated math. Common core is a big mistake and you don't need to be a mathematician to see that. I have been teaching science classes for 40 years that have engaged students in all levels of math. I agree completely that mathematical skills are best taught if they are broken down into individual topics of algebra, geometry, etc. Parents of children in all grades should be very concerned. Your kids in elementary school are being taught this new “common core” math as well. This method assumes that our kids are too stupid to learn basic math skills the old way that has worked for over 240 years. They focus the kids on learning how to add or subtract using multiples of 5 or 10 then adding or subtracting little residual numbers away from the wrong answer to get the correct answer. This method will make your kids unable to compete later in life vs. the rest of the world. Here is an example: Add 7 + 9. Answer from common core method: 7 and 9 are not multiples of 5 or 10. So, we must change the 7 into a 5 and put the extra 2 into a temporary container. 9 must also be changed into the number 10 and put the extra 1 into a temporary negative container. Now add 5 + 10. That’s easy for your brain to handle so it’s 15. But now we must go back to our containers and remember to take the extra 2 from the 7 and add it making 15 + 2 =17. And last we need to remember to go into the temporary negative container and subtract the 1 to get 17-1 =16. Now wasn’t that easy, children? And it gets worse as they move into upper grades. Why has Ramona Unified School District decided to teach common core math? The answer is simple. Money. Back in 2004 during the housing boom RUSD foolishly borrowed about $40 million. They thought they could pay for this debt by using the funds they were receiving from all the new houses being built. But when the housing market crashed in 2008 their funds dried up. So, they tried two times unsuccessfully to push their mistake onto the Ramona residents in ballot bond measures which were not approved by the voters. SEE FAY, A6

OUR READERS WRITE Thank God it’s over Dean Spanos announced it today, Thursday, Jan. 12, 2017. The Chargers are leaving San Diego for the 2017 season in Los Angeles. Thank God it is over!!!! The years of bashing, saying words and saying NOTHING are OVER! Not happy that Chargers are leaving San Diego. Not sad the Chargers are leaving San Diego. Happy the dance without music, steps, partners, or movement is over. Tired of the circus without a tent, without rings, without performers, without popcorn, without enjoyment, which only had paying fans in the bleachers without a show. Rex Schildhouse Ramona

‘Great uniters’ are dividing the nation The first major act of a unified Republican government this month will be a vote in Congress to repeal the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare). In one fell swoop, more than 20 million Americans lose their health insurance coverage instantly. Republican leaders want a three-year hiatus to develop a new health care plan. Other powerful Republicans want nothing done until after the 2020 election. Meanwhile, these same congressmen enjoy superior health care coverage, the best taxpayers' money can buy. The Republicans are falsely claiming Obamacare is collapsing on its own. Nothing could be further from the truth. New sign-ups totaled 6.4 million citizens by the Dec. 19 deadline, an increase of more than 400,000 people over the previous year. On Dec. 15, a banner day for Obamacare, 670,000 Americans signed up for coverage, the biggest day ever for the health care.gov. website. Undoing Obamacare would increase the number of non-seniors who are uninsured by 24

million over a decade, said the Congressional Budget Office (CBO). Speaker of the House Paul Ryan, said, "We have all kinds of ideas and plans to replace Obamacare" but he failed to mention a single idea or plan as of mid-January. A Kaiser Permanente Family Foundation poll last month showed only 26% of those polled want to repeal it, 17% want to scale it back, 19% want to keep it as is, and the majority, 30%, want to expand it. Repealing the law would increase the deficit by as much as $350 billion, according to the CBO. Trump and his ilk are being hailed as the “great uniters” by dividing the nation into the haves — those with health insurance coverage — and the millions who have not. Peter W. Quercia Ramona

Help exists for those who stutter For many people, ringing in the New Year brings hope and joyful anticipation. But for those who struggle with stuttering, the old fears of speaking and being teased remain the same — year after year. Many of your readers don’t know that help for stuttering is available from so many places. Trusted information on stuttering is available at your local public library. Public schools have speech counselors, and children are entitled to free evaluation and help by law. Seek out speech-language pathologists in your area trained in helping those who stutter. Universities often offer speech clinics. Finally, the Internet can be wonderful resource on stuttering — with free books, videos, and reference materials. Visit our website as a starting point: www.StutteringHelp.org. Make 2017 the year you find the help you and your family need. Jane Fraser, President The Stuttering Foundation

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BY KAREN BRAINARD Thomas Ace will serve a second term as president of the Ramona Municipal Water District Board of Directors, but a conflict of interest ruling has determined he will not be able to participate in negotiations between the district and a recycled water customer. Also elected as board officers for 2017 are Joe Zenovic, vice president; Jeff Lawler, treasurer; Jim Hickle, secretary; and Bryan Wadlington, director at large. Ace represents Division 3 which covers part of the San Diego Country Estates, whose homeowners association (HOA) contracts with the district for recycled water. He also owns a house in the Estates and is a member of the HOA. In November 2016, the water board authorized district General Counsel Jennifer Lyon with McDougal Love Eckis Boehmer & Foley to seek an opinion from the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) on potential conflicts of interest related to future recycled water contract negotiations. SDCEA’s recycled water contract with the district expires in 2018. Lyon told the board at its Jan. 10 meeting she had received a response from the FPPC and the letter stated that under the Political Reform Act and Government Code section 1090, “owning homes and being members of the HOA constitutes a financial interest in the contract decisions between the district and the HOA.” Section 1090 states that members of such a district shall not be financially interested in any contract made by them in their official capacity. Lyon noted that former Division 5 Director George Foote, who did not seek re-election when his term ended in 2016, would have had to recuse himself from contract negotiations because he also live in the Estates. Wadlington won the Division 5 seat but does not reside in the Estates.

“Ultimately, it’s the responsibility of individual board members like president Ace to ensure that they’re compliant,” said David Barnum, district general manager. “It’s liability, personal liability.” The potential conflict of interest issue rose last fall when two candidates who sit on the Estates HOA board, Jim Piva and Doug Kafka, were running for water board seats — Piva for Division 3 and Kafka for Divison 5. The board set up a temporary conflict of interest ad hoc committee consisting of directors Hickle and Zenovic to review the issue. The two also recommended amendments to the recycled water chapter of the district’s Legislative Code. “We had long discussions over how to make this more transparent,” Hickle said, adding that they wanted to utilize best practices and fair pricing. The district has two customers of recycled water that is produced at the San Vicente Waste Water Reclamation Plant: the SDCEA’s San Vicente Golf Resort and Spangler Ranch. A 2008 agreement splits the water between the two at $35 per acre foot, a price that many consider too low. The district also recycles water at the Santa Maria waste water plant that it sells to Mt. Woodson Golf Club. The board approved an amendment that requires mandatory use of recycled water for existing and future customers when the district determines recycled water service is available, suitable for use and economically feasible. The amendments add that the board will adopt a resolution setting recycled water rates, and will authorize the general manager to adopt and implement rules and regulations to govern the recycled water program. “This will simplify the process,” said Zenovic, adding that they will set rates in the future. “No more gifts of public funds of recycled water.”

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they did on the algebra portion only. The new algebra only course curriculum shall be structured such that it realizes that not every student will be good at math. So, the class grading practices shall be lenient enough to allow almost all students to pass with reasonable work efforts. Students who excel in 9th and 10th grade math can take the geometry, trigonometry, statistics, etc., classes in 11th and 12th grade if they choose to. We are not all able to be engineers, scientists, and doctors. Don’t force kids into math they don’t want or need. I propose the following grading structure: 10% student participation 30% homework completion 20% quizzes 40% chapter test The comprehensive final shall only be used to improve a student’s grade. It shall never negatively affect the student’s grade. If a student has a “C” going into the final then the results of the final can only improve their overall grade. I urge all parents to call RUSD and demand the elimination of the common core Integrated Math program. And, replace it with an algebra only program using a well-written textbook approved by the parents. We should demand that the kids who received a poor grade be given a passing grade on their record and then offer them tutoring classes to get them up to speed on basic algebra if needed. Kids should not be punished because of poor decisions by the school district. Comments about this article can be sent to RHS.PARENTS.TALK@gmail.com. Ronald Fay is a Ramona resident.

But, RUSD gets money from the federal government if it agrees to implement the common core agenda. So, they adopted the common core Integrated Math program which instead of teaching basic algebra to our kids staying focused on one math skill set, it skips around and changes the math to include algebra, geometry, triangle math, statistics, probability, and various graphing mathematics. They have put money ahead of our students learning. So I could complain here all day long but it doesn’t solve anything. So, in addition to telling you what I think is wrong, I will tell you how I think we should fix this. Ninth and 10th grade math is the first time students see higher mathematics. Not all children will be good at math. A lot of them don’t like it and in real life will not have much use for it. It is unfair for any child to be denied their diploma because they couldn’t pass the Integrated Math course. So, I propose that 9th and 10th grade math be limited to simple algebra. No geometry, no statistics, no triangle math or anything else that is not basic algebra. The Integrated Math course should be scrapped at the end of this school year. And teachers, students and parents should have input on the new course content and new textbook chosen to be used. No student of Integrated Math shall be given a failing grade and should be offered a tutoring class to get them up to speed on basic algebra if needed. Alternatively their grade can be re-calculated based on how

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aptain Obvious here, reporting your world unquestionably changes this week. As this isn’t a political column, we’ll dispense with analyses of Mr. Trump’s psyche, positions, and the rest. Let’s instead examine the ramifications of politics on your business’ marketing. Consider L.L. Bean, whose CEO apparently made excessive donations to the presidential campaign and sparked a boycott. To counter that, the President-elect tweeted his support and urged his followers to “Buy L.L. Bean.” I shan’t argue whether Mr. Trump’s supporters would have equally accepted Mr. Obama’s being perceived as a paid endorser. However, with our nation now firmly on an “Us vs. Them” footing, every business owner must actively

compartmentalize politics and business strategies or risk negative reactions. It’s a fact that Linda Bean’s contributions drew high levels of attention to her brand. Should this boycott actually take hold, she should remember that: • Her company’s primary objective is to increase sales • “Liberal money” is as good as “Conservative money” • Prior to the announcement of Ms. Bean’s political activities, customers rarely cared about her views Put another way, playing outside the rules may risk her company’s fortunes. I’d never suggest remaining silent regarding issues you believe in. My friends and business associates cut across the political spectrum, and our discussions, when held respectfully, can be both lively and entertaining. After all, as Dr. King

observed; “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” However, whenever you’re gloating because your side won, I guarantee some customers are reconsidering buying from you. It’s a rule that applies around every election and political issue we’ll face from this day forward. So stand up for what you believe in. Get involved, donate, march, and vote. Then remember the words of Rodney King, who famously asked: “Can’t we all just get along?” It’s a critical question that every business owner must consider as we shift gears and move into the Age of Trump. Therefore, with the transfer of power atop everyone’s mind, recognize that not everyone shares your views. And appreciate that, unlike Bean, we can’t all count on President Trump to tweet in our defense. Then mind your tongue and your manners. After all, your primary objective still remains increasing your sales. With that said, I wish you a week of profitable marketing. Visit www.askmrmarketing to talk politics, marketing, or anything else.

Groups sue county over changes to forest plan The Cleveland National Forest Foundation (CNFF) and Save Our Forest and Ranchlands have filed a lawsuit against San Diego County, arguing that the Board of Supervisors adopted an amendment to the Forest Conservation Initiative based on a faulty environmental analysis and failed to identify opportunities to minimize impacts of the new plan. The lawsuit was filed Jan. 13 in San Diego Superior Court. The Forest Conservation Initiative (FCI) was approved by more than two-thirds of San Diego County voters in 1993 to protect the Cleveland National Forest from piecemeal development, said a statement from the plaintiffs. “Because breaking up the forest into small lots threatens the plants and wildlife that depend on the forest for survival, the FCI set minimum lot sizes of 40 acres throughout the forest and created clear boundaries for existing country towns within the forest to encourage compact development,” noted the announcement of the lawsuit. “The Forest Conservation Initiative is one of San Diego County’s most important planning success stories,” said Duncan McFetridge of the

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Cannabis farmers want legal way forward A new group representing cannabis farmers plans to ask supervisors to chart a way forward for commercial cannabis and hemp farming in the county when the supervisors meet on Jan. 25. The supervisors are expected to consider approving or denying all commercial activities related to cannabis, including farming, product manufacturing and sales in unincorporated areas of San Diego County, said a statement from the Southern California Responsible Growers Council. If commercial outdoor farming is approved, the group expects the region to see new zoning regulations and other public policies that will have wide-ranging effects — not only on cannabis farmers but the community as a whole. Local growers say they want to be part of those conversations. Formed late last year, the Responsible Growers Council has at least 80 members – including more than 40 San Diego County farmers, land owners and business owners. “We started the Responsible Growers Council because we want people to know who we are, what we do, and what benefits we can bring in terms of new tax revenues and especially more jobs,” said Anthony Wagner, the group’s executive director. “Across the state, the agricultural side of the cannabis industry is evolving fast. Our members want to grow their crops legally and in a way that is acceptable and beneficial to communities.” If the supervisors sign off on commercial cannabis growing, farmers will be able to diversify their crops and better support their families, said Wagner. Farmers will also benefit because cannabis crops typically require less water than traditional local crops, he said. In the past 16 months, the State of California has enacted two laws that chart a legal path forward for commercial SEE CANNABIS, A20

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Gibson spends a week at Olympic Training Center BY DAN BROWN While most Ramona High School students were taking the last of their final exams before winter break, Gwendalyn Gibson was boarding a plane for the first time in her life. She was one of only seven junior cyclists in the United States invited to the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs. Gibson is coming off one of the most dominating seasons ever for a junior mountain biker. She is a two-time defending

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FROM CALTRANS, A1 it’s almost too late, but I just wanted to ask if we could reconsider what the value of these rubber poles is going to be for stopping head-on collisions like the one that killed her.” Spicuzza paused, taking a deep breath, and continued: “She died pretty much instantly of a broken neck, which if there’s anything, anything at all, in that center divider that could have slowed down the cars and kept them from hitting each other at that rate of speed she may have survived, but that seems to be a common problem with these head-on collisions.” Cindy Spicuzza, 54, of Ramona, died on Nov. 21, when the driver of a vehicle lost control near Cloudy Moon Drive, crossed over the centerline and struck the vehicle she was in, according to reports. “We can’t let this keep happening,” said her husband. He suggested the money would be better spent on barriers that will prevent vehicles from colliding in high risk areas. Many expressed their sympathy to Spicuzza, including Robles, who explained that they have to look for incremental improvements with the amount of money they have. The project manager said that while the channelizers will not prevent a car from crossing over, they “do have a tendency to slow down drivers.” The channelizers will provide an extra light-up of the centerline at night, he said, require little maintenance and do not increase the probability of other types of crashes. In addition to the channelizers, the project includes shoulder rumble strips with gaps every 60 feet to accommodate bicyclists, striping improvements from Mt. Woodson Road to Archie Moore Road, and Changeable Message Signs to alert drivers of real time accidents on northbound 67 just before Winter Gardens Boulevard and before Poway Road and southbound before Scripps Poway Parkway. A high friction surface treatment will be added at SR-67 intersections with Scripps Poway Parkway and with Poway Road and is

being considered for the curves at Cloudy Moon Drive and at Archie Moore Road, Robles said. Based on information shared about traffic backups where the two lanes merge at the curve by Archie Moore, Robles said the merger will be pushed farther south toward Mt. Woodson. Some planners and residents questioned whether concrete barriers could at least be installed in the Cloudy Moon Drive area, saying that’s the only thing that would prevent vehicles from crossing over. Caltrans met with the planning group in 2013 to discuss options such as concrete and cable barriers, however, after hearing that the concrete barriers could block driveways, restrict line of sight, and affect emergency services response, the group stated its opposition. Robles was not the project manager at that time and the type of channelizer currently proposed was not available then. Planner Jim Cooper expressed frustration that the planning group was not consulted before a decision was made on the channelizers. “We have not been a party to this decision at all,” he said. The project has already been awarded to Hazard Construction for $3.6 million while $4.5 million was allocated for construction. The project is funded through the State Highway Operation and Protection Program and is estimated to be completed in September. “Something is better than nothing,” said planner Torry Brean. While the presentation was informational and did not require action, Brean made a motion to send a letter to decision-makers stating that the planning group strongly recommends a more aggressive solution and solid barriers in key locations. “We further protest the fact that RCPG was not included in the design and implementation of this project,” he added. Planners unanimously agreed to send the letter to Caltrans, County Supervisor Dianne Jacob, State Senator Joel Anderson and State Assemblyman Randy Voepel.

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Bulldogs victorious in second dual meet Ramsthaler, Kiddoo do well in Battle for the Belt BY DAN BROWN Ramona wrestlers won their second dual meet of the season over Valley Center, improving to 2-0. Valley Center is one of two schools in Valley League that represents the toughest challenge for Ramona en route to a league title. The Jan. 12 meet, which featured 12 pins in 14 matches, was a seesaw battle thoughout and had fans from both teams on their feet at the end of the match. Savannah Kiddoo wrestling at 106 lbs. and Jordan Lane, a freshman at 113, were both pinned in the first two matches. Nathan Kiddoo (120), Jeffrey Ramsthaler (126), and Kevin Gonzales (132) all scored first period pins over Alex Armenta, Brandon Tompkins and Jorge Martinez. Then Jordan Castro (138) and Jacob Rodriguez (145) took care of Filipe Torres and Adam Duin with second period pins. Bryce Megna (152) pinned Jax Murren in the first period, and Brandon Setterberg (160) scored a hard fought victory with a 6-4 decision over Braiden White for the only match of the night to go the distance. With five matches to go, Ramona had a commanding 39-12 lead. Ramona did not have a wrestler in the 170 weight class, giving Valley Center 6 points. Josh Diaz (182) and Kaleb Billingsley (195) were each pinned in the first period, and Jacob McElwee (220), who was wrestling up a weight class against a heavier

Nathan Kiddoo, Battle for the Belt tournament’s Outstanding Lightweight Wrestler at Temecula Valley High School, lifts his opponent during Ramona's 45-36 win at home last Thursday evening. wrestler, was pinned in the second, closing the score to 39-36 with one heavyweight match to go. The Valley Center fans, who were quiet most of the evening, came alive before the last heavyweight match, which would decide which school would walk away with the win. Travis Johnson, coming off his first place finish at the Sam DeJohn at San Fernando High School, faced Valley Center’s heavyweight Edward Hill. Both heavyweights were aggressive and showed a lot of energy throughout the first period with Travis Johnson pulling ahead 5-2. When the second period started, Valley Center and Ramona spectators were loud and on their feet with every move each wrestler made. With

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Jeffrey Ramsthaler wrestles his Valley Center opponent in Ramona's second dual meet win. both wrestlers spending brief moments on their back in the second, Johnson recorded the pin in front of the raucous home crowd. The final score: 45-36. Head coach Tyson Knierim said he was proud of the way the team wrestled. “We knew it would be close. Valley Center is always tough” said Knierim. When Johnson was asked if he sensed the enthusiasm of the crowd, he said no. “I was just focused on my opponent,” he said. Although he was aware of the importance of the last match, Johnson did not take credit for the

Bulldogs capture league opener BY JOE NAIMAN Valley League play for girls water polo teams has begun, and Ramona High's team started the season with a 14-5 home victory over the Golden Eagles. The Bulldogs followed their Jan. 12 win with another win, besting La Costa Canyon 9-8 in a Jan. 13 non-league match. The two wins give the girls a 4-5 record for the season. "Our conditioning's better," Ramona coach Donnie Williams said of the two home wins on consecutive days. That conditioning is expected to help Ramona at the end of this week. The squad travels to Valley Center for a league game Jan. 19, and tomorrow and Saturday will conclude participation in the East County Invitational tournament. Since water polo players are already wet, rain without lightning does not cancel a match

and the Jan. 12 game was played as scheduled. "We had pretty good rain that day," Williams said. "We had to fight through that. We worked through it and came out all right." The Bulldogs held a 5-1 lead after the first period. The halftime score was 6-3, and the Bulldogs had a 9-5 advantage after three quarters. "They were just getting better the whole time," Williams said. "In the fourth quarter they really started pushing it." Maddie Schwegler scored six goals against the Golden Eagles last Wednesday. "Maddie had a good game," Williams said. Schwegler was one of eight Ramona players who placed shots into the net. "It wasn't just her that was scoring the goals, that's the good part. It was spread out across the whole team," Williams said. "You like to see that."

win. “This was a team win; we all had a hand in it,” he said. On Friday and Saturday, Ramona’s varsity wrestlers headed to Temecula Valley High School for the Battle for the Belt tournament, one of the top two most competitive tournaments in the state. Two of Ramona’s wrestlers came close to a medal. Ramsthaler, who is ranked 28th in the state at 126 lbs., defeated the number 12 wrestler in the state before losing to the number 2 ranked wrestler in the state. He finished just out of a medal tied for ninth — top eight received medals. “Jeffrey had the best tournament

for our team and wrestled really well,” said Knierim. “He has done well this year moving up three weight classes from last year, which is a big jump.” Kiddoo was in line for a medal but was unable to continue due to injury default. He received the tournament’s Outstanding Lightweight Wrestler designation, the Ramona High School Athletics Facebook page reported. The Bulldog wrestlers face Orange Glen at Orange Glen High School this Thursday and return home next Thursday to face Escondido and to determine who will be league champion.

Prep Girls Water Polo Alyxis Trampus had two goals, and six other Bulldogs scored once apiece. "We were scoring them right in front of cage, which is where you want them," Williams said. Ramona goalkeeper Ciera Webb-Martin made four saves, which means that the Bulldogs limited San Pasqual to nine shots on goal in 28 minutes of play. "We played pretty good defense against them," Williams said. "Most of the shots they had were from outside." Schwegler was held to one goal against La Costa Canyon, although Avery Campa scored four times and Trampus positioned two shots past the Mavericks' goalkeeper. "We played pretty well. It was kind of going back and forth," Williams said. "All in all I thought we did a good job." La Costa Canyon took a 1-0 lead on a power play goal, but Schwegler's goal tied the game

and Trampus' tip-in goal off Campa's pass gave Ramona a 2-1 lead when the buzzer sounded to end the first quarter. The score was 3-3 at halftime. "We just continued to push our counterattacks," Williams said. "Once we started doing that it seemed to be a lot better for us." Although Ramona only held a 6-5 lead entering the fourth quarter, the Bulldogs scored three times in the first two minutes of the final period for a 9-5 cushion. Williams rested his starters, and in a 2 1/2-minute span the Mavericks scored three times against the Ramona substitutes. In the final minute Webb-Martin made her fifth save of the game. The Bulldogs failed to score on the counterattack opportunity, but after La Costa Canyon's final shot fell into Ramona hands the Bulldogs ran out the clock. "The girls played tough," Williams said.

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Prep Boys Soccer

Dawgs enter league play 5-5 Team faces Escondido Friday BY JOE NAIMAN Ramona High's 1-1 tie against Vista and 5-0 loss to Del Norte gave the Bulldogs’ varsity boys soccer team a 5-5-5 season record entering league play. On the other hand, Jordan was pleased with Ramona's defense in the match against Vista. "The defense played well," Ramona head coach Michael Jordan said of the Vista match. "We should have won." The defensive mistake, if it can be called that, was expecting an offsides call when one of Vista's players was between the final Ramona defender and the goalkeeper. “Our whole defense stopped," Jordan said. "The other offensive player ran with the ball." The referee decided that the first player was not involved in the play and allowed the second-half goal, which finalized the

break between the end of the junior varsity game and the start of the varsity contest was scrapped. "We knew the heavy stuff was coming," Jordan said. The only first-half goal was when Del Norte followed up on a rebound. "Lucas dove to make a save and tipped it," Jordan said. Ramona's defense wasn't as staunch in the final 40 minutes. "Second half we made some silly mistakes," Jordan said. That allowed the Nighthawks to score four times in the second half. "It's been a long time since we lost a game that badly," Jordan said. The Bulldogs travel to Escondido for Friday's Valley League game and host Fallbrook on Jan. 24. "We just need to refocus and play it game by game. If the injuries and sicknesses come, we have to deal with that," Jordan said.

1-1 score. "That caused us to have the draw," Jordan said. Ramona's goal was scored in the first half. Danny Edwards was brought down in the penalty box on a breakaway. Andrick Molinero took the penalty kick and placed the shot into the net. Jordan noted that the Bulldogs played Vista without five starters due to injuries and illness. One of those was goalkeeper Lucas Marin, so junior Jesus Sandoval handled the nets for Ramona and limited the Panthers to the lone disputed goal. The casualty list grew when Mario Gonzalez broke his nose in the game against Vista. Gonzalez became one of three players unavailable for the match against Del Norte, which began at 5:15 p.m. Jan. 12. "There was just driving rain," Jordan said. The normal 20-minute

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A three-week spell of on-again, off-again wet weather is expected to continue this week with forecasters saying that a series of Pacific storms will bring heavy rain, mountain snow and gusty winds to the region starting this week and continuing through early next week. Free sandbags and sand are available at Ramona Fire Station 81 at 24462 San Vicente Road and at Station 82 at 2410 Dye Road. Bring a shovel to fill the sandbags. The county advises residents to use sandbags to help protect their properties from possible flooding and erosion. The policy at the stations is to limit the number of sandbags to approximately 25 per visit, but adjustments may be made based on need. The first storm this week was expected to hit late Wednesday night, and gusty winds, rain and a slight chance of thunderstorms were expected. Predicted rainfall amounts range from less than two-tenths of an inch in the deserts and one- to two-thirds of an inch of rain west of the mountains to three-quarters of an inch to 1.5 inches in the mountains, according to the National Weather Service. Snow levels will fall to between 5,000 and 5,500 feet Thursday and 4 to 8 inches could accumulate. A somewhat stronger storm system is expected to hit San Diego County Friday and will drop 2 to 3 inches of rain and a foot of snow or more in the mountains, 1.25 to 1.5 inches of rain west of the mountains and a quarter to half an inch of rain in the deserts. Forecasters said the rain would continue through Saturday afternoon. A lull was expected to last from late Saturday into Sunday morning, but the strongest storm in the series is expected to hit later Sunday. Over a five-day period starting Thursday, the storms are projected to drop heavy snowfall in the mountains. From Thursday through Tuesday of next week, a total of 6 inches to a foot could fall over elevations between 4,000 to 5,000 feet, 1 to 3 feet could accumulate between

Forecasters predict more rain this week. 5,000 and 6,500 feet, and 3 feet or more could blanket higher peaks, according to the National Weather Service. Hazardous travel conditions may be possible. Preliminary data also indicated the storms would deliver 1 to 2 inches of rain to the deserts, 2 to 4 inches at the beaches, 3 to 5 inches in the valleys, and 5 to 10 inches in the mountains with higher amounts possible in certain areas. Forecasters warned that the heavy rain may cause flooding, especially after the first and second storms when the soil will likely not have the ability to soak up much more moisture. Most of the excess water will turn into runoff. In addition to Ramona fire stations 81 and 82, sandbags are available at Cal Fire Station 50 at 1587 Highway 78 in Julian and at stations in Valley Center, Pauma Valley-Rincon, Fallbrook, Boulevard and Bonita, the county said. December was wet all around the county. Statistics from the National Weather Service show that Ramona received 5.39 inches of rain in December, more than double its December 2015 total and 241 percent of normal. In other parts of the county, San Diegoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lindbergh Field received 4.2 inches of rain in December, nearly four times the rain it got in December 2015 and 275 percent of its normal rainfall; Carlsbad received 4.82 inches, nearly five times December 2015 and 280 percent of normal; and Campo received 4.29 inches, nearly 2 Â˝ times December 2015 and 189 percent of normal.

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Ramona Rotary Club presents its December Students of the Month with plaques at a luncheon meeting on Jan. 10. From left are: Rotary president Kim Lasley, Ramona High School teacher Dan Marshall and student Ellorie Hargrove, Mountain Valley Academy teacher Dwayne Guile and student Andrew Russell, and Rotarians Amber Ramirez and Bob Murray. Hargrove, a peer helper in Marshall's classes, said she wants to become a special education teacher. Russell plans to attend Montana State University and earn a degree in bio-engineering so he can work with prosthetics. Montecito High School's student of the month was ill and unable to attend and will be recognized in February.

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Boys & Girls Club Star Standouts: Week 2 Boys 3rd/4th Grade Division: Parker Doomey Parker “Boom” Doomey is 9 years old and a fourth-grader at Ramona Elementary School. His favorite subject in school is recess. This is his fourth season of basketball and it is rapidly becoming a favorite sport. Since he was 2 years old, he has loved just being outdoors kicking and throwing a ball as well as skateboarding. Parker has also played four seasons of Boys & Girls Club Arena Soccer and two seasons of NFL Flag Football. If he wasn't playing sports in Ramona, he would be surfing and snowboarding. Girls 3rd/4th/5th Grade Division: Jenna Frandsen Jenna is a tall, lively fifth-grader in Ms. French's class at Mt. Woodson Elementary School. Her favorite things are reading, playing the violin, Pokemon, and sports. In her spare time, Jenna likes to play with her three cats, S'mores, Willow, and Taco, and her brothers and sister. This is Jenna's first season in basketball and she loves her team, The Polite Bonecrushers. Jenna adores the green mountain valley of Ramona. Boys 5th/6th Grade Division: Konrad Rust Konrad is 11 years old and in sixth grade at Barona Indian Charter School. His favorite subject is social studies. His first love is football, followed by basketball and baseball. This is his fifth season in basketball and he is enjoying every minute. He is always happiest when he is playing any sport. Girls 6th/7th/8th Grade Division: Chloe Romero Chloe is 11 years old and a sixth-grader in Mrs. Schramm’s class at James Dukes Elementary School. She is a very eager leaner. Her favorite subject is math. Her favorite thing to do is talking on the phone with friends and she has recently fallen in love with softball, playing her first season of winter ball this past season. This is her first season of basketball and she has come to enjoy the sport and making new friends. Boys 7th/8th Grade Division: Anthony McManus Anthony McManus is 14 years old and in eighth grade at Olive Peirce Middle School. He is an excellent student and his favorite subject is science. He also plays travel basketball for Ramona Bulldog Basketball Academy and is on the OPMS eighth-grade team. He loves basketball, has played since he was 6 years old, but also enjoys skiing and going to the beach. www.leaguelineup.com/ramonahoops

Barca Cantera soccer tryouts At Wilson Field on Jan. 28 and 29 from 9 a.m. to noon Tryouts for 2017 Barca Cantera soccer will be held at the Wilson Field on Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 28 and 29, from 9 a.m. to noon both days. Prospective players are asked to arrive 20 minutes early to register. Bring cleats, shin guards, water, and ball. Girls born from 2003 to 2007 may contact Jaime Prado at

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Boys & Girls Club Star Standouts: Week 3 Boys 3rd/4th Grade Division: Ryan Lewis Ryan Lewis is 8 years old and a third-grade student at Barnett Elementary School. He is an A student who loves to read. Ryan enjoys learning about science and participating in physical education. This is Ryan's first year playing basketball. He has also played three seasons of soccer and he has played baseball since he was 3 years old. If he is not playing recreational sports, he is playing outside or playing video games. Girls 3rd/4th/5th Grade Division: Alexis Greenfield Alexis "Mimi" Greenfield" is 11 years old and a fifth-grader at Barnett Elementary School. She is quickly adapting in her second year in an American school and is progressing very well with her reading and writing. Her favorite subjects in school are math and science. She loves playing with her dog "Duke" and spending time around horses. This is her second season of basketball and it is her favorite sport. If she wasn't playing basketball in Ramona, she would be playing songs on the piano and riding horses at her grandfather’s house. Boys 5th/6th Grade Division: Logan Werner Logan Werner is 10 years old and a fifth-grader at James Dukes Elementary School. He is a great student. He gets along well with just about everybody. He loves to write and be creative. He enjoys snowboarding and skateboarding as well as many sports. This is his second season of basketball and he's really grown as a player. He believes his coach is making all the difference this year. Coach Travis really takes the time to teach the sport of basketball. Logan played football for the first time this year and really enjoyed it as well as a few seasons of soccer. He loves playing sports, being with family, hanging out with friends, and playing with his four dogs. Girls 6th/7th/8th Grade Division: Hailey Friend Hailey is a sixth-grade student at Ramona Community School. Her favorite thing to do is play basketball. She has played the sport for many years and practices almost every day. She is also an excellent student and is very helpful in the classroom. Science is one of her favorite subjects. Some of her other interests include working with animals, magic tricks, and riding quads and motorcycles in the desert. Boys 7th/8th Grade Division: Samuel Ettore Samuel is 12 years old and a seventh-grader at Olive Peirce Middle School. His favorite subject in school is science. He loves playing basketball with the Lakers. This is his first year of team sports. Samuel loves researching high-security prisons, playing piano, and eating Vietnamese food. You can usually find Sam solving Rubik’s cubes or other logic puzzles, or hanging out with his five siblings. www.leaguelineup.com/ramonahoops

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Welk’s ‘My Fair Lady’ is just ‘loverly’ Musical is playing in Escondido through April 2 BY ELIZABETH MARIE HIMCHAK A “loverly” time is in store for those who attend the Welk Resort Theatre’s production of “My Fair Lady,” playing through April 2 in Escondido. Welk newcomers Shaina Knox and Lance Arthur Smith, an Actors Equity Association member, lead the cast of 16 in Lerner and Loewe’s 1956 musical based on George Bernard Shaw’s 1913 “Pygmalion.” For those unfamiliar with the stage musical or 1964 film version, it is set in London during the early 1900s, a time known as the Edwardian era. During that period there was great difference among the social classes and upheaval in political and social life, so the musical is as much a commentary on the changing times as it is a story about two unlikely people who over the period of six months impact each other in ways inconceivable to themselves before. Eliza Doolittle (Knox), a Cockney flower seller, and Henry Higgins (Smith), a linguistics professor, have a chance encounter when he is caught privately notating her speech patterns as she tries to sell flowers to pedestrians. She gets upset, fearing he is a policeman even though she has done nothing wrong and is “a good girl.” Colonel Pickering (Ralph Johnson) intervenes and soon Pickering, another linguist, and Higgins realize each is the man the other admires and was hoping to meet. This leads to a conversation in which

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Linguistics professor Henry Higgins (Lance Arthur Smith) holds out a chocolate to entice flower seller Eliza Doolittle (Shaina Knox) to agree to his conditions on giving her English lessons in the Welk Resort Theatre’s production of “My Fair Lady.” Higgins brags to Pickering that within six months of speech training he could turn Eliza into someone who could pass as a duchess. Wanting to improve her lot in life — due to her Cockney speech she is relegated to selling flowers on the street instead of a shop where proper English is required — Eliza finds her way to Higgins’ home and asks if she can pay him to teach her. Intrigued by the proposition and spurred by a bet he makes with Pickering, Higgins agrees. Since what Eliza can pay is nowhere near Higgins’ going rate, Pickering offers to pay for the lessons and all costs associated

with Eliza living in Higgins’ home so he can work with her round-the-clock for six months, under the watchful eye of his housekeeper Mrs. Pearce (longtime Welk veteran Susan Boland) and Pickering. The two men — confirmed bachelors — treat Eliza differently. Pickering is polite and treats her like a lady, while Higgins is a brutish boor. Of course, Higgins says he sees nothing wrong in his treatment of Eliza since that is how he treats everybody. Smith excels in portraying the arrogant, misogynic Higgins who in both “I’m an Ordinary Man” and “Hymn to Him” espouses the superiority of men over women

— as he sees it — and asks “Why can’t a woman be more like a man?” Knox is equally successful in her role, especially in mastering the multiple accents required as her character’s speech improves. Her vocal talents, variety and range are shown off during numbers such as “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?” “Just You Wait,” “I Could Have Danced All Night” and “Show Me.” She also excels in showing how Eliza transforms in personality, gaining enough confidence to eventually stand up to Higgins. As for the supporting cast, notable performances include that of Welk veterans Randall Hickman, who plays Eliza’s father, Alfred Doolittle; and Ben Williams, cast as Eliza’s aristocratic suitor, Freddy Eynsford-Hill. Both successfully embrace their chance to shine, Hickman with “Get Me to the Church on Time” and Williams with “On the Street Where You Live.” Director Kathy Brombacher — the producing artistic director for 32 years at Moonlight Stage Productions in Vista — does a successful job in staging this show in the Welk’s intimate setting. Her work combined with the choreography of Orlando Alexander — one of his many standout numbers is the dancing for “With a Little Bit of Luck” — makes the musical something worth seeing. “My Fair Lady” can be seen at 1 p.m. on Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays, plus 8 p.m. on Thursdays and Saturdays through April 2 at the Welk Resort Theatre, 8860 Lawrence Welk Drive in Escondido. Tickets are $51 and an optional pre-show meal is $21. To purchase, go to welkresorts.com or call 888-802-7469. A children’s discount is available.

Duo Revirado to present violin and guitar concert Ramona Concert Association’s third concert of the 2016-17 season will feature violinist Thomas Yee and guitarist Jose Rodriguez on Jan. 21. “This dynamic and unique ensemble explores different musical styles and genres from Classical and Latin to Jazz,” said Marlene Robershaw, concert association president. “For Ramona they will entertain with an Italian and French Classical program with a little Latin thrown in.” Yee, the violinist who entertained with the Tango Del Cielo at the association’s concert in Ramona, is the associate concertmaster of the Monterey Symphony and is principal violinist and soloist with many other symphonies and orchestras in the San Francisco Bay Area. He also teaches and duos with his

wife, pianist Jieun Yee. He earned his bachelor’s and master’s music degrees in violin performance from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. Duo Revirado has been performing to ovation and acclaim throughout California and Mexico, noted Robershaw. The concert will be in the Charles R. Nunn Performing Arts Center at Olive Peirce Middle School, 1521 Hanson Lane. Doors open at 7 p.m. for seating and concert will start at 7:30 p.m. Admission at the door is $15 for adults and $5 for students and children. Association members are admitted with their season tickets. For more information, call 760-789-7474 or 760- 788-2663. “Come and enjoy world-class music right here in your own backyard,” said Robershaw.

Violinist Thomas Yee and guitarist Jose Rodriguez will present their Duo Revirado concert in the Charles R. Nunn Performing Arts Center.

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■ Ramona ACBL Bridge Club, open game, 6 p.m., 1721 Main St., Suite 101. 760-789-1132. FRIDAY, Jan. 20 ■ Ramona Library, 1275 Main St., 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Zumba at 9:30 a.m., Bouncing Baby Storytime at 10:30 a.m., Family Craft at 3:15 p.m. 760-788-5270. ■ Ramona ACBL Bridge Club, open game, 9:30 a.m., 1721 Main St., Suite 101. 760-789-1132. SATURDAY, Jan. 21 ■ Kiwanis of Ramona, 7 to 8:30 a.m., Ramona Town Hall, 729 Main St. Breakfast meeting with speaker. 760-522-2625. ■ Weight Watchers, Ramona Woman’s Club, 524 Main St., 8 a.m. ■ Ramona Certified Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Kmart lot, 1855 Main St. 760-788-1924 or Ramona Certified Farmers’ Market on Facebook. ■ Ramona Library, 1275 Main St., 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Exercise Dance Class at 9:30 a.m., Bilingual Storytime at 1:30 p.m. 760-788-5270. ■ Hawk Watch, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Begent Ranch, 18528 Highland Valley Road. Hosted by Wildlife Research Institute every Saturday through February. Visitors encouraged to arrive by 9:30 a.m., wear layered clothing and sturdy shoes and bring binoculars. Scopes available. 760-765-1957 or www.wildlife-research.org. ■ Ramona Soccer League youth registration for spring season, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., soccer building, Ramona Soccer fields in Ramona Community Park off Earlham Street. Registration: $70, includes jersey,

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Documentary investigates effects of abortion Ramona Pregnancy Care Clinic will show the documentary “HUSH” in Ramona Southern Baptist Church on Friday, Jan. 27, at 7 p.m. “HUSH” is Director Punam Kumar Gill’s seventh film that investigates the disputed long-term effects of the elective medical procedure of abortion. “She, along with producers Drew and Joses Martin, provides a liberating, honest, and scientific conversation of abortion’s long-term effects on

women’s health,” says the announcement of the film screening. Immediately after the screening, a panel discussion will be held and panelists will field questions from the audience. Among those expected to make up the panel are a woman who had an abortion, a physician, a counselor and a researcher. Ramona Southern Baptist Church is at 838 Hanson Lane. More information is available at 760-789-7059.

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SHERIFF’S REPORTS Among reports at the sheriff’s Ramona station: Wednesday, Jan. 11 • Simple battery, 22500 block Casa De Carol. Tuesday, Jan. 10 • Male, 35, arrested, 1500 block Main Street, use/under influence of controlled substance and misdemeanor bench warrant. • Vehicle burglary, 1500 block Griffith Road, $300 television, $200 safe, four rifles each valued at $200, $200 shotgun, and $300 worth of power tools, occurred between Nov. 1, 2016, and Jan. 10. Monday, Jan. 9 • Female, 18, and male, 21, arrested, 1900 block Main Street, other agency vehicle theft/recovery. Utility truck stolen in other jurisdiction and recovered locally.

Sunday, Jan. 8 • Grand theft, 400 block G Street, three rings worth $1,600, occurred between Oct. 1, 2016, and Jan. 7. • Male, 41, arrested, Main and South 10th Streets, drunk in public. • Male, 53, arrested, 1600 block state Route 78, possess controlled substance. Friday, Jan. 6 • Vandalism $400 or less to commercial structure, 1200 block Main St. • Battery with serious bodily injury, 100 block 14th Street. • Get credit with another’s identification, 25300 block Kerri Lane. • Male, 30, arrested, 1600 block Montecito Road, possess controlled substance. • Female, 56, arrested, 1600 block Main Street, transport controlled substance and possess controlled substance for sale.

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around existing country towns to reduce vehicle travel and minimize greenhouse gas emissions. “San Diego County continues to underestimate the threat of climate change by encouraging development in far-flung areas,” said attorney Catherine Engberg of Shute, Mihaly & Weinberger, who represents CNFF in the case, along with Marco Gonzalez of Coast Law Group. “It’s unfortunate that yet another lawsuit had to be filed to force the county to comply with state mandates to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.” In addition to concerns about climate change and disrupting forest habitat, the lawsuit alleges flaws in the environmental analysis for the FCI amendment with regard to threats to water supplies, increased fire risk, and harm to wildlife in the forest. Under the California Environmental Quality Act, the county is required to consider alternatives that minimize environmental harm when it adopts a zoning change like the one included in the FCI amendment. The lawsuit argues that the environmental impact report used to justify the amendment was based on flawed assumptions that led to a faulty analysis. The lawsuit also argues that the FCI amendment is inconsistent with county General Plan policies aimed at curbing greenhouse gas emissions and flouts current court orders requiring the adoption of a robust and binding Climate Action Plan and related policies. The county is currently defending separate lawsuits brought by the Sierra Club and the Golden Door Spa challenging its failure to adopt and implement a legally adequate Climate Action Plan. “We have a forest plan that is working for San Diego County and for the natural areas it was designed to protect,” said CNFF board member Jana Clark. “The FCI amendment seems like another developer give-away aimed at making it easier to build up rural areas instead of promoting vibrant cities and villages throughout the county. It’s certainly not what the voters intended when they passed the FCI.”

concerns. The commissioners’ recommendations are: • Limit the number of medical marijuana dispensaries to four per supervisorial district. • Limit the number of dispensaries to two in any one community. • Restrict the minimum age to purchase medical marijuana in the county from 18, as allowed by state law, to 21. • No additional changes in the ordinance be allowed that could lead to more dispensaries. • Restrict dispensary hours to 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (current ordinance allows 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.) • Require security cameras and security guards for all locations.

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Robert Clifton ‘Robby’ Busse September 28, 1983 - December 3, 2016

Ramona — Robert Clifton Busse, husband of Robin marie (Unruh) Busse of Ramona, Ca, passed away on December 3, 2016. He was born September 28, 1983 in San Diego, Ca, son of the late Robert Carl Busse and Susan Rose Elizabeth (Kilbourne) Busse. Robby attended Ramona High School and then went on to participate in the California Conservation Core, Firefighting Program, earning his GED. Robby attended a truck driving academy and received his CDL. He then went on to achieve his dream to be a Hydrovac Truck operator. Robby loved his family above all else. He worked hard to provide all that they needed. His deep and unconditional love could be seen and felt. Robby is survived by his wife Robin; two sons, Brody Clifton Busse (7)

and Bryson Robert Busse (6); daughter, Elizabeth ann Busse (3); brother, Carl Busse; sister, Christie Busse; parents-in-law, Ron and Sherri Unruh; and numerous loving cousins, nieces, nephews and extended family members. The relatives and friends of Robby and Robin are invited to attend a memorial service for Robby which will be held at the First Congregational Church, 404 8th Street, Ramona, Ca on Saturday, January 21, 2016, at 2:00 p.m. Robby, through the Donor Program, gave his kidneys and his beautiful heart to three transplant recipients. His family is incredibly grateful that, in his death, Robby helped others to live on. Please sign the guest book online at legacy.com/ obituaries/ramonasentinel.

• Impose fines for violations of the ordinance and accelerated fines for repeat violations. • Require a minor use permit. Supervisor Dianne Jacob, 2017 board chair, told those at the Ramona Community Revitalization Steering Committee in November that she has not ruled out a ban on dispensaries. Consideration of ordinance amendments comes about a year after the planning group reached out to Jacob about the number of applicants seeking building permits for medical marijuana collectives in Ramona. On March 16, 2016, the supervisors adopted a 45-day ban on dispensaries that was

FROM SOCCER, A12 Contingent upon cooperative weather the Bulldogs will host Escondido in the Jan. 19 Valley League game and will travel to Fallbrook for a Jan. 24 league match. "Hopefully I have everybody healthy," Vizcarra said. Ramona’s Jan. 11 match with San Dieguito on last Wednesday occurred before the rain. "When we played out there it was fine.

FROM CANNABIS, A8 cannabis farming – the Medical Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act, and the Adult Use of Marijuana Act. The state scheduled to issue its first licenses in January 2018. Despite this, farmers need zoning approval from the county – or any local jurisdiction – before they can apply for a state license. In other communities in California, policy makers are working to harness the newly legitimized, $2

extended the following month until March 16, 2017, and directed staff to prepare options for regulatory changes regarding the siting of dispensaries and enforcement of illegally established facilities. At the planning group’s Jan. 12 meeting, resident Joe Minervini asked what the members intend to say at the supervisors’ meeting. “Don’t send somebody down there who does not represent Ramona,” he said, adding that maybe the board will consider amortizing the existing ones out of business, a course of action that he has repeatedly recommended. “Everybody on this board represents Ramona. And everybody on this

It was cold," Vizcarra said. The Mustangs had a 5-0 halftime lead. Ramona did not have a shot on goal for the entire game. "We didn't have a lot of anything going on,” said Vizcarra. “What we had going on is seven girls out due to injury or sick." Although only three of those unavailable players were starters, the presence of only a single substitute prevented the Ramona players from being rested when needed. "It hurt us to not have everybody

billion-a-year cannabis industry, said the council statement. In doing so, experts say they can generate thousands of new jobs and tens of millions of dollars in new taxes and money set aside for public safety agencies. “These are living-wage jobs,” said Micah Anderson, president of the growers council. On average, cannabis farm employees make from $40,000 to $90,000 annually, according to the council. A part-time

healthy and on the field," Vizcarra said. Had Vizcarra not called up the two junior varsity players, the Bulldogs would have had no substitutes available for the Jan. 13 loss to Vista. "I had eight players out this time," she said. The halftime score was 3-0. Ramona had three shots on goal against the Panthers, who took 10 shots including the six saved by goalkeeper Nicole Lewis. "It was a pretty even game when you look at it that way," Vizcarra said.

gardener’s annual wages are typically between $20,000 and $25,000, while garden managers and others can be as high as $150,000, noted Anderson. The state system establishes licenses for different size farms. A 5,000 to 10,000-square-foot, mixed-light farm typically employs 20 to 30 full-time workers, while a 22,000 square-foot, mixed-light farm would require 25 to 45 workers, said Anderson. In terms of taxes, growers are subject to two separate

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board is looking after the best interests of the residents of Ramona,” said Scherer, planning group acting chair. “So with that in mind, the three of us who go down there, that’s the direction we’re going to go.” Lynch said Ramona could have had eight dispensaries and through negotiations got that number reduced to two. “My goal is, if we are called on, is to talk about how the community came together and came to those points of consensus,” he said. Planner Donna Myers, however, noted that the amendments submitted by the planning group did not receive unanimous support. She and planner David Ross voted against them.

state taxes – a $9.25-per-ounce tax on cannabis flowers, and a $2.75-per-ounce tax on cannabis leaves, at the wholesale level. The state also collects a 15-percent sales tax at the retail level. Local jurisdictions may also impose their own taxes. For example: In November, Humboldt County established a tax ranging from $1 to $3 per square foot of growing space, based on type of license, and is projected to collect $7.3 million annually, reported the council. “We want to work with local agencies and communities to establish legitimate, sustainable farms that benefit all of us,” said Anderson. “For us, being sustainable means being good neighbors, having minimal impact on local communities, working with public safety agencies and protecting the environment. We know we can do that. We just need room to grow.” The supervisors meeting on Jan. 25 will start at 9 a.m. in Room 310 of the County Administration Center, 1600 Pacific Highway, San Diego.

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Going Nuts over Seeds – Part 1

t’s funny how we find some seeds annoying and unappealing like the bitter ones we accidently bite into from oranges and lemons, the black ones we embarrassingly spit out from watermelons, and the tiny ones that get stuck between our teeth from blackberries, while other seeds are divine in both savory and sweet dishes. On my recent trip to Toronto, a cosmopolitan melting pot of cuisines, I noticed how foodies creatively incorporated a variety of seeds into a wide range of ethnic dishes. In Eastern European cafés, poppy seed strudel and buns are a favorite sweet. At delis, caraway seeds enliven rye breads. In Middle Eastern eateries, dukkah is a delicious condiment of nuts, seeds and herbs to dial up everything from flat breads and hummus to soups, eggs and pastas. While in Chinatown, black sesame seeds are ground to a fine powder and blended in a green tea brew for an aromatic nutty flavor, and antioxidant boost. Whether pressed into a healing oil, pulverized into a rich multi-purpose paste (tahini), crushed into a blissful confection (halvah), or used as its seedy self to add cachet and flavor (not to mention nutrition) to bagels, bread sticks, stir fries, salads, sushi, grilled fish or chicken — sesame is the king of seeds.

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Foodies creatively incorporate seeds into a wide range of ethnic dishes. One of the oldest crops grown and cultivated for its rich oil supply, these precious peewees are one of the most nutrient-dense crops on the planet blessed with an abundant store of proteins, fiber, and vitamins and minerals, especially copper, magnesium, calcium, folate, zinc, iron and B6. This translates to a slew of health benefits from relieving creaky arthritic joints, amping up heart health, putting the skids on anemia, insomnia and type 2 diabetes to boosting collagen production for a youthful complexion, improving bone density, respiratory and oral health, and testosterone levels to ratchet up male libido. Another petite powerhouse is the pin head-shaped, jet black poppy seed from the

dried pods of the poppy (opium) plant. Fortunately, poppy seeds do not have any narcotic properties like their opium cousin that are derived from the same plant. Although, as portrayed in the “Seinfeld” episode when Elaine Benes ate a poppy seed muffin, and tested positive for opiates during an employment drug test, it is best advised to refrain from eating them at least two days before taking any laboratory tests as trace amounts of the notorious alkaloids are present in the seeds. But who can resist those delicate oilseeds that burst in your mouth with a sweet nutty flavor and chewy texture when indulging in poppy pastries, biscotti, quick breads, scones, rolls and cakes, as well as a condiment for sprinkling and dipping, a vinaigrette dressing for green and fruit salads, and a paste for thickening gravies and sauces. Of Eastern Mediterranean origins cultivated more than 3,000 years ago, both the seeds and oil have been used by ancients for its culinary and healing attributes. The mighty poppy seed is both a beauty and a health aid — it tempers a fever, keeps the constitution regular, provides a supply of essential minerals and omega-3s to keep moving and non-moving parts (including the heart) humming, while treating assorted skin and scalp disorders. Hemp seed, much like the poppy, has been wrongly maligned for hundreds of years. While George Washington farmed hemp crops, alas, the cultivation of these is currently banned in this country. However, organic seeds are imported from our Canadian neighbors. Although it comes from the same plant as marijuana — Cannabis Sativa — hemp, a hybrid with a different genetic make-up,

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Health and wellness tips for 2017 TO YOUR HEALTH

recent informal survey of Scripps pediatricians across San Diego County revealed five key issues that were frequently raised by parents about their children’s well-being in 2016. Read more about those issues, and resolve to address them in 2017 using the advice outlined below.

Nutrition

One of the most common worries that Scripps pediatricians heard from parents in 2016 was what to feed their children. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) encourages parents to think about their nutritional choices as health decisions. “With so many different messages about nutrition out there, it can be understandably confusing for patents to know what is best to feed their children,” says Jenny Davis, M.D., a pediatrician at Scripps Clinic, Rancho Bernardo. The AAP recommends taking a broad, whole-diet approach to nutrition, avoiding highly processed foods and using small amounts of sugar, salt, fats and oils to enhance the flavors of nutritious foods. Serve high-quality protein, such as lean meats, fish, nuts and eggs; vegetables; fruits; grains; and low-fat dairy. Most children and teens need to eat every three to four hours throughout the day to meet current daily nutritional guidelines. Younger children need to eat three meals and at least two healthy snacks, while older kids need to eat three meals and at least one snack a day.

“Eating while on the go or while distracted by TV, phones and tablets may result in less healthful choices and portions,” explains Dr. Davis. She recommends a more structured eating schedule, with mid-morning and after-school snacks, and serving healthy items, such as fresh fruits and vegetables and low-fat Greek yogurt.

Teen anxiety and depression

A study published in the December issue of Pediatrics found that major depression is on the rise in adolescents, particularly among girls. Looking at data from the National Surveys on Drug Use and Health from 2005 to 2014, researchers found that major depressive episodes increased in adolescents by 37 percent. “It can be challenging to know if your teen is going through a temporary phase or is experiencing anxiety or depression,” says Gurinder Dabhia, M.D., a pediatrician at Scripps Clinic, Rancho Bernardo. “However, there are signs that parents can look out for, and the good news is that both anxiety and depression are treatable.” Parents can help by: • Talking with your teen frequently • Offering support by letting your teen know that you are there and willing to provide support • Confirming your teen’s feelings

Deferring Vaccines

Concerns about vaccine safety are still causing parents in the United States to delay some vaccines for their children, according to Dr. Dabhia. “Vaccines are one of the best ways to ensure your child stays healthy, and the reason so

many shots are given so close together is that this is when your children are most vulnerable to dangerous diseases,” she says. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) official vaccination schedule, supported by the AAP, targets 14 serious diseases, including whooping cough, polio and meningitis, and is very specific to keeping children as safe as possible until they are fully protected. According to the AAP, there is no safe way to adjust the schedule and know that your child will be safe from potentially life-threatening infections. Talk with your pediatrician if you have questions about vaccines or feel strongly about delaying certain immunizations. Other key health issues cited by Scripps pediatricians include:

Screen time

The AAP released updated guidelines on television and digital media use in children and teens in October, noting that today’s children are spending an average of seven hours a day on screen media, such as television, computers and phones. While the AAP recommends specific guidelines for different age groups, they advocate that parents should act as media mentors no matter what the age of their children. Visit aap.org to view the recommendations (in the AAP Press Room, news release dated Oct. 21, 2016).

Weight and obesity

According to the CDC, childhood obesity has more than doubled in children and quadrupled in adolescents in the past 30 years, and in 2012 more than one-third of children ages 6 to 11 and

Gurinder Dabhia, MD adolescents ages 12 to 19 were overweight or obese. Obesity can cause a broad range of health problems, such as asthma, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and elevated blood cholesterol levels. Children who are obese are also more apt to experience a negative body image, depression and low self-esteem. Parents can help avoid weight problems by being a good role model, preparing healthy meals, removing calorie-rich snacks and staying physically active with their kids. “To Your Health” is brought to you by the physicians and staff of Scripps Health. For more information, visit scripps.org/CNP or call 858-207-4317.

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to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Notice to Potential Bidders If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a Trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a Trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same Lender may hold more than one mortgage or Deed of Trust on the property. Notice to Property Owner The sale date shown on this Notice of Sale may be postponed one or more times by the Mortgagee, Beneficiary, Trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil

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ENCE TO AN ATTACHED SUMMARY APPLIES ONLY TO COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR, NOT TO THIS RECORDED ORIGINAL NOTICE. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/22/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER and WEISS, LLP , as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 06/28/2006 as Instrument No. 20060458393 and Page No. 18299 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of SAN DIEGO County, State of CALIFORNIA.EXECUTED BY: WALLACE A. YOUNG AND IRENE ESTRADA-YOUNG, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/ CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 02/06/2017 TIME OF SALE: 10:30 AM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE EAST COUNTY REGIONAL CENTER BY STATUE, 250 E. MAIN STREET, EL CAJON, CA 92020. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be:24028 GYMKHANA ROAD, RAMONA, CALIFORNIA 92065 APN#: 288-510-0100 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without

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Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $434,210.04. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If

you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-730-2727 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site www.servicelinkASAP.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 00000006193882. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL:AGENCY SALES and POSTING 714-730-2727. www. servicelinkASAP.com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER and WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER and WEISS, LLP as Trustee 20955 Pathfinder Road, Suite 300 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (866) 7951852 Dated: 12/23/2016 A-4603819 01/05/2017, 01/12/2017, 01/19/2017 R3640

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100 - LEGAL NOTICES

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF MOBILEHOME AND ITS CONTENTS WE NOW GIVE NOTICE that on January 30, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. at the Community Clubhouse at 2239-80 Black Canyon Road, Ramona, CA 92065, Oak Tree Ranch will hold a public sale of the mobilehome and its contents described below: Mobilehome Serial no. KC-CA-01K21196A, B & C and Insignia/Label no. RAD1373974, 975 & 976 presently installed on Space #61 at 2239 Black Canyon Road, Ramona, CA 92065, and being held on the account of Doka V. Chappell and Gloria V. Chappell, as homeowners. Oak Tree Ranch, as authorized by Civil Code §798.56a(e) of the Mobilehome Residency Law, has a warehouse lien pursuant to Commercial Code §7209 on the above-mentioned mobilehome. Any person with an interest in bidding on this mobilehome and its contents may appear at the place, on the date, and th of the public sale listed

may appear at the place, on the date, and at the time of the public sale listed above, and participate in the sale. DATED: January 5, 2017 OAK TREE RANCH By: Linda Fleming, Authorized Representative NPS 1/30/17. R3639. 1/12/16, 1/19/17.

Rain forecast postpones golf tournament benefiting high school soccer programs Ramona High School girls varsity coach Deena Vizcarra announced Tuesday that the 5th Annual Golf Tournament fundraiser scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 21, has been postponed one week and will be held Saturday, Jan. 28. The change is the result of heavy rains predicted this weekend. For more about the weather forecast, see page 13.

Tournament proceeds will benefit Ramona High’s girls and boys soccer teams and will be used to purchase uniforms and equipment and for tournament fees and other program expenses. The tournament will begin with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. Jan. 28 at San Vicente Golf Resort. Registration of $105

for an individual golfer or $380 for a foursome includes entry, golf cart, range balls, golfer goodie bag, lunch, a Hole in One opportunity and hors d’oeuvres during awards. A silent auction will also be held. For registration and more information, contact Vizcarra at dvizcarra@ramonausd.net.

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PHOTOS BY DOUG SOOLEY

CAGERS LOSE TO ORANGE GLEN, 82-59 Senior Austin Pierce, right, grabs the ball for Ramona during the Bulldogs’ 82-59 loss to Orange Glen in a home non-conference game Jan. 11. Left, Bulldog Blake Seits, also a senior, goes for the basket in the home game against Orange Glen. Ramona was scheduled to play San Pasqual this week.

Flickers BY GUY HANFORD

‘xXx: Return of Xander Cage’ opens Friday

BOX OFFICE LEADERS Hidden Figures PG Three African-American women scientists engineer America’s first launch of an American astronaut, John Glenn, into space. La La Land PG-13 Two love-struck aspiring performers travel to Hollywood to seek their dreams while putting their love to the ultimate test. Sing PG In this animation comedy, a koala named Buster Moon seeks to restore his historic theater to its past glory by holding a singing competition. Rogue One: A Star Wars Story PG-13 The Rebellion focuses on their most daring mission as stolen blueprints lead them to sabotage Death Star. Bye Bye Man PG-13 Three young men stumble upon the Bye Bye Man who according to legend is the source of man’s evil intentions and misdeeds. Patriot’s Day R Mark Wahlberg stars in this action film surrounding the 2013 Boston

Marathon and the frantic hunt for the terrorist bombers. Monster Trucks PG A high school senior builds a monster truck from scrap parts and joins a subterranean creature bent on speed to escape town. Sleepless R Jamie Foxx is a hard cop with connections to the criminal underworld who will stop at nothing to find his son and locate the kidnappers. Underworld: Blood Wars R Selene joins forces with David and Thomas to fight off the vicious attacks between the Lycans and the vampire coalition. Passengers PG-13 Thousands of passengers in their sleep chambers are headed to a distant colony when two passengers awake 90 years too early. Live by Night R During the Prohibition Era, a group of Boston gangsters move to Florida to set up their organization and face off with the KKK. ALSO PLAYING IN THEATRES Arrival, Assassin’s Creed, Doctor

Strange, Elle, Fences, Jackie, Julieta, Lion, Manchester by the Sea, Moana, A Monster Calls, Moonlight, Silence, Why Him? Coming to Theaters on Jan. 20 Split R Three girls are kidnapped by a man with 24 unique personalities, and they must work with the gentle ones to escape and avoid the evil ones. Stars: James McAvoy, Sebastian Arcelus, Ameerah Briggs, Betty Buckley — Directed by M. Night Shyamalan. xXx: Return of Xander Cage PG-13 Left for dead, Xander secretly returns for another assignment under the direction of his handler, Augustus. Stars: Vin Diesel, Donnie Yen, Deepika Padukone, Kris Wu — Directed by D. J. Caruso. Coming Soon: The Comedian, The Book of Love, The Founder, The Resurrection of Gavin Stone, The Red Turtle, Kedi, Resident Evil: The Final Chapter, A Dog’s Purpose, Bastards, The Salesman, Un Padre No Tan Padre

New on DVD The Girl on the Train R A woman witnesses peculiar events from her train window that lead to a personal investigation of a woman’s death. Ouija: Origin of Evil PG-13 A widowed mother and her daughters add a Ouija board to their séance scam and bring on a whole host of evil spirits. Keeping Up With the Joneses PG-13 It’s really difficult to keep up with your next door neighbors when they are rich, beautiful, and covert spies. Inferno PG-13 A man recovering from amnesia teams up with his doctor to stop a madman who is intent on releasing a deadly virus in Europe. Foreign, Classics, Documentaries, More: Train to Busan, Zero Days, Come and Find Me, Roger Corman’s Death Race 2050, Surf’s Up 2: Wave Mania, The Hollow Point, The Whole Truth, When Elephants Were Young,The Light Between Oceans, I’m Not Ashamed, The Handmaiden, The Monster, The Vessel, USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage. Television: 12 Monkeys s2, Rizzoli & Isles s7 (final season), Sherlock s4. Guy Hanford, Kensington Video owner for 33 years, retired after teaching 39 years in Ramona.

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Tax filing season begins Jan. 23 The tax season will begin Monday, Jan. 23, and taxpayers claiming certain tax credits will have a longer wait for refunds. The Internal Revenue Service will begin accepting electronic tax returns Jan. 23. It expects more than four out of five returns will be prepared electronically using tax return preparation software. Many software companies and tax professionals will be accepting tax returns before Jan. 23 and then will submit the returns when IRS systems open. The IRS will begin processing paper tax returns at the same time. There is no advantage to filing tax returns on paper in early January instead of waiting for the IRS to begin accepting e-filed returns. A new law requires the IRS to hold refunds claiming the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and the Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC) until Feb. 15. In addition, the IRS said it will take several days for these refunds to be released and processed through financial institutions. Factoring in weekends and the President’s Day holiday, the IRS cautions that many affected taxpayers may not have actual access to their refunds until the week of Feb. 27. “For this tax season, it’s more important than ever for taxpayers to plan ahead,” IRS Commissioner John Koskinen said. “People should make sure they have their year-end tax statements in hand, and we encourage people to file as they normally would, including those claiming the credits affected by the refund delay. Even with these significant changes, IRS employees

and the entire tax community will be working hard to make this a smooth filing season for taxpayers.” Taxpayers should keep copies of their prior-year tax returns for at least three years, noted the IRS. Taxpayers who are changing tax software products this filing season will need their adjusted gross income from their 2015 tax return to file electronically. The Electronic Filing Pin is no longer an option. Taxpayers can visit IRS.Gov/GetReady for more tips on preparing to file their 2016 tax return. April 18 Filing Deadline The filing deadline to submit 2016 tax returns is Tuesday, April 18, rather than the traditional April 15 date. In 2017, April 15 falls on a Saturday, and this would usually move the filing deadline to the following Monday — April 17. However, Emancipation Day — a legal holiday in the District of Columbia — will be observed on that Monday, and this pushes the filing deadline to April 18. Under the tax law, legal holidays in the District of Columbia affect the filing deadline across the nation. The IRS has been working with the tax industry and state revenue departments as part of the Security Summit initiative to strengthening processing systems to protect taxpayers from identity theft and refund fraud. A number of new provisions are being added in 2017 to expand progress made during the past year. Help for Taxpayers Taxpayers have a variety of options to get help filing and preparing their tax return on IRS.gov. Taxpayers can also, if eligible, receive help from a community

volunteer. Go to IRS.gov and click on the Filing tab for more information. Seventy percent of the nation’s taxpayers are eligible for IRS Free File. Commercial partners of the IRS offer free brand-name software to about 100 million individuals and families with incomes of $64,000 or less. Online fillable forms provide electronic versions of IRS paper forms to all taxpayers regardless of income. These can be prepared and filed by people comfortable with completing their own returns. Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) offer free tax help to people who qualify. Go to irs.gov and enter “free tax prep” in the search box to learn more and find a nearby VITA or TCE site, or download the IRS2Go smartphone app to find a free tax prep provider. A trusted tax professional can provide helpful information and advice about the ever-changing tax code, noted the IRS. Tips for choosing a return preparer and details about national tax professional groups are available on IRS.gov. Renewal Reminder for Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (ITINS) ITINs are used by people who have tax-filing or payment obligations under

U.S. law but are not eligible for a Social Security number. Under a recent change in law, any ITIN not used on a tax return at least once in the past three years will expire on Jan. 1, 2017. In addition, any ITIN with middle digits of either 78 or 79 (9NN-78-NNNN or 9NN-79-NNNN) will also expire on that date. This means that anyone with an expiring ITIN and a need to file a tax return in the upcoming filing season should file a renewal application in the next few weeks to avoid lengthy refund and processing delays. Failure to renew early could result in refund delays and denial of some tax benefits until the ITIN is renewed. An ITIN renewal application filed now will be processed before one submitted at the height of tax season from mid-January to February. Currently, a complete and accurate renewal application can be processed in as little as seven weeks. But this timeframe is expected to expand to as much as 11 weeks during tax season, which runs from mid-January through April. Several common errors are slowing down or holding up ITIN renewal applications. The mistakes generally center on missing information, and/or insufficient supporting documentation. ITIN renewal applicants should be sure to use the latest version of Form W-7, revised September 2016. The most current version of the form, along with its instructions, are posted on IRS.gov.

OPEN HOUSES

MORE OPEN HOUSE LISTINGS CAN BE FOUND AT RAMONASENTINEL.COM/OPEN-HOUSES-LIST

$525,000 3BD/2BA

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1212 H Street #142, Ramona Andrea Stykel, Realtor Re/Max Direct

SAT 11am-2pm 760-519-2801

For more information contact Tina Tamburrino at 760-789-1350 ext. 4555

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Sharon Quisenberry’s

Q’Nique Properties

ACTIVITY

Properties Sold 2015/2016 ......................... 109 Average/Median Days on Market........ 53/25 Current Homes/Properties in Escrow..........7 % of List Price ................................................97%

LAND IMPECCABLE CUSTOM HOME on oversized .56 acres with professional landscaping. Residence is approximately 2,301 SF, 3 Opt 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 3 car attached garage. SOLAR!!!!! Seller will entertain oﬀers between $535,800 and $545,800. . MLS #160055134

It’s a great time to sell!

Burma Road / 7.61 Acres............................................ $85,800 19462 Highland Valley Road / 12.18 Acres........$295,000 2565 Main Street (Comm) / 1+/- Acre .................$299,800 Rancho Maria Lane / 12.21 Acres .........................$463,700 Old Julian Hwy / 85+ Acres ............ $400,000-$1,000,000

*OVER $414 MILLION IN SALES SINCE 1996

INVESTMENT PROPERTY

DESIRABLE CORNER PARCEL

HERITAGE RANCH ESTATE

RANCH HOME W/SOLAR

Totally remodeled duplex with 1,459 SF. Partially fenced and all usable .83 acre parcel. Private location at end of the road. Rental income is $2,930 per month. $438,800 MLS #160058659

2.26 acre corner parcel with all useable land, mostly fenced and cross fenced with barn, hay room, detached garage/workshop w/220 and smaller residence. $449,800 MLS #160060250

Contemporary residence is approx. 3,255 SF with 3 opt 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and 3 car attached garage on 4.54 ALL USABLE fenced acres. $789,800 - $819,800 MLS #160058922

Custom ranch home w/SOLAR is approx. 1,792 SF with 4 bedrooms, 2 ½ bathrooms and 2 car attached garage. 1.11 ALL USABLE acres fenced with two large gates for rear yard access. $489,800 MLS #17000228

CUSTOM HOME

FABULOUS VIEWS

4.05 LEVEL ACRES

WEST END LOCATION

Contemporary home with approx. 2,010 SF, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 3 car attached garage on .42 acres. Well and RMWD water. Enjoy all the amenities of SDCE. $495,800 MLS #170000431

Mediterranean custom home with 3,859 SF, 4 bedrooms, 3 ½ bathrooms and attached 3 car garage. PRIVATE ELEVATOR!! $695,800. MLS #160042147

Custom ranch home with 2,130 SF, 3 bedrooms, 2 ½ bathrooms and 5 car garage. All usable 4.05 level acres with well, out buildings, barn/workshop, covered shelters and much more! $685,800 MLS #160055212

Custom contemporary home with 2,849 SF, 4 bedrooms, 3 ½ bathrooms and attached 4 car garage. 2.17 acres with level to sloping terrain. A must see!! $775,800. MLS #170001760

Q’Nique Properties sharonquisenberry.com

2130 Main Street, Ramona, CA 92065

Sharon Quisenberry 760.787.3177 CalBRE# 00768893