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June 9, 2016

Residents seek information on broadband project Tech committee explains why Hotwire selected over other providers

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BY KAREN BILLING After the Rancho Santa Fe Association signed a $13.5 million letter of intent with Hotwire Communications offering to bring 10 gigabit high-speed internet service to the community, there has been a lot of excitement but a lot of questions as well. To help bring awareness to what services are available currently in

Rancho Santa Fe, resident Lindsay Short arranged for Orion Cable CEO John Santhoff to give an informational talk at the Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club on June 1. As disagreements flared up between residents, Santhoff and members of the Association board and tech committee the meeting turned ugly with shouting and swearing. Short put an end to the disruption, reiterating

her intent for a simple informational meeting. “I will not have this shocking behavior here this evening,” Short said. “This is a friendly neighborhood and you’re making it unattractive.” Santhoff said that Orion has been offering services in the Ranch since 2006, as long as he has owned the company that he considers his “baby”, his business he takes very personally. Santhoff said Orion already has an “extensive infrastructure” within the Covenant—including over 15 miles of

underground conduit and tens of miles of aerial plant. “The need for high speed internet in the Ranch is not years from now, the need for high speed internet is right now,” Santhoff said. “We have it in place and we could service the majority of the people (over 900 of approximately 1,600 homes). It’s 100 megabits right now and we could scale it to one gigabit in weeks and service over 50 percent of the homes.” Santhoff said by the end of 2016 they will be up to 300 megabits and SEE INFORMATION, A28

Board approves funding for consultants, outreach on Hotwire project RSF Association has spent $658K on the broadband project to date

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BY KAREN BILLING The Rancho Santa Fe Association continues to move forward on its broadband project after the RSF Association board signed a letter of intent with Hotwire Communications. “The tech committee and the board and many members of the community are very excited about the opportunity to build a high-speed, high-capacity fiber to the home infrastructure for the Ranch offering up to 10 gigabit speed thereby, we believe, creating one of the most well- connected

communities in the United States,” said Philip Wilkinson, a member of the tech committee speaking at his last meeting June 2 on the RSF Association board. The RSF Association board said it will not give final approval to the $13.5 million infrastructure project until the results of a community vote are in. The vote is expected to take place by Oct. 31. Wilkinson said there is a lot of work to do prior to the vote. Hotwire has already began community outreach education and, at the June 2 board meeting, the RSF Association board approved legal and consulting costs of $20,000 a month with Peace & Shea, and $20,000 a month with its technology SEE FUNDING, A11

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WOODWARD ANIMAL CENTER ‘SPRING FLING GALA’ In its 28th year, Helen Woodward Animal Center presented its Spring Fling Gala June 4 at Fairbanks Village Plaza in Rancho Santa Fe. (Above) Gala Chair Ann Dizney, committee members Stacy Renshaw, Denise Clark and Charlene Hooker. See page A14 for more. Online: www.rsfreview.com.

RSF School parent forums to return next year BY KAREN BILLING Last year a group of Rancho Santa Fe School District parents rallied to create more parent involvement in the district and, at the June 2 RSF School District board meeting, the board heard an update about the accomplishments in the first year of the parent forum. The parent forum is a committee under the school to support parent engagement and positive parent-school collaboration around student success. This is different from the RSF Education Foundation, whose goal is to provide a grant to the district through fundraising and to provide volunteers for school community events. RSF School District Superintendent Lindy

Delaney thanked the parent forum committee for its time and efforts as the district works to continue to make R. Roger Rowe School the very best it can be. “We have tried to make things better with parent engagement. We’ve had knock-down drag-outs, we’ve had laughs, we’ve even had tears,” Delaney said of the forums. Jan Castonguay Shakiba said the parent forum accomplished its goal of creating a platform for parents to identify and discuss important issues that impact the educational experience for all students. “Our goal was to develop a collaborative process where parent feedback is shared with policy

makers and educators and where school policy makers and educators can educate parents,” Castonguay Shakiba said. Throughout the year the committee hosted forums that were attended on average by 20 to 50 parents—the largest turnout was 50 on the issue of the superintendent’s retirement. “We believe we made a valid contribution with our efforts this year and would like to continue to build on that moving forward,” Castonguay Shakiba said. In the coming year, the committee would like to host about three to five forum workshops, form an action plan to address concerns and develop SEE PARENTS, A28

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RSF Assocation Board Biz BY PHILIP WILKINSON,

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Making RSF the most connected community The potential for the Rancho Santa Fe Association and Hotwire to build a high-speed, high-capacity fiber-to-the-home infrastructure and to create the most connected community in the country is a big deal. In fact, the Union-Tribune already recognized this deal as a model for responsible negotiation that could lead the way for other municipalities that may want to offer a better internet deal for their residents. We have spent more than a year working on a fiber-to-the-home infrastructure that will support the needs of our community now and well into the future thanks to the collective experience of the Rancho Santa Fe Association Technology Committee, our internationally recognized consultant Magellan Advisors, our legal counsel Peace & Shea, and some of the top fiber systems design engineers and communications experts in the country. This world-class, fiber-to-the-home connectivity will be the gold standard. Further, it will provide a return on the community’s investment. As a Technology Committee member, a board member and a 25-year member of the Association, I am very excited about bringing

the fastest internet service to every home and business in the Covenant. The network, owned by the Association, will provide every single home in the Covenant with access to up to 10 Gigabit internet service, as well as optional high-definition television packages, home phone, and other services such as security. Today, no provider currently serving the Covenant provides coverage to all homes and businesses. Residents who want broadband internet pay highly variable costs of up to $20,000 to get connected, depending on their proximity to available providers. Some residents have no access to a high-speed broadband connection at all. That’s all about to change. The Benefits A fiber-to-the-home network will future-proof our broadband and technology needs, offering internet speeds of up to 10 Gigabits (up and down), making the Ranch one of the most connected communities in the world. These speeds are over 1,000 times faster than most internet services. As technology continues to change rapidly, the need for a higher capacity, more reliable and faster broadband connectivity will grow.

Whether you are interested in faster internet service, home security applications, home automation, virtual healthcare applications, enhanced cellular phone coverage options, rich media or ultra high-definition TV, there will come a time in the near future when we will need 10 Gigabit connections. Even if none of these services interests you, the value of each and every home in the Covenant will increase by virtue of having a fiber-to-the-home network. We’ve seen this demonstrated in other communities, such as Austin and Kansas City, that have access to fiber connectivity. Network Ownership The project is innovative and trailblazing as RSF Association is not just a customer of Hotwire but is also a partner. The Association will own the underground fiber network and the electronics required to provide access to every home and business in the Covenant. Hotwire will manage the network on behalf of the Association and will provide internet, television, telephone and other services, as well as customer service and support. Additionally, the agreement with Hotwire includes a Service Level Agreement, allowing us to ensure high-quality service. By investing in the network, the Association will maintain rights and controls in its partnership with Hotwire to ensure that the best possible services are being provided at competitive prices. Further, the Association can reduce the cost of services and/or otherwise reinvest the proceeds back into the community if the project produces higher revenues. The Technology Committee and board believe that any expenditures required to upgrade the Covenant’s broadband infrastructure should be treated as an investment rather than a payment used to

finance a provider’s own business. Responses to the RSF Association’s Request for Proposals and Qualification (RFPQ) that recognized this goal were favored over those that did not. Hotwire’s proposal was one of the only proposals that treated the Association payments as an investment, and the only proposal to include provisions for us to recoup this investment through a revenue sharing. An incumbent provider in the Covenant submitted a proposal to build a network comparable to Hotwire’s proposal. Contrary to this provider’s recent public statements, its proposal required that “The Association fund 100% of the $14.4 million expense associated with building and deploying such an infrastructure. After which [the provider] would own, operate and maintain the system.” The Association rejected this proposal during the first round of negotiations because of its failure to meet the basic RFPQ requirements. While we have selected Hotwire, we are not requiring our members to participate. We think the vast majority of homeowners will sign up with Hotwire to bolster their own internet speeds and their home values, but they would not be required to. Members may continue to use their current internet, TV, and/or home phone service if they so choose. The Technology Why fiber? Fiber-to-the-home is the only broadband technology that provides: • The highest speed internet service, up to 10 Gigabits today • The same speeds for both uploads and downloads • The longest life cycle and greatest opportunities for future upgradeability • More flexibility in the types of applications that can be delivered to our community SEE BOARD, A30

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Village merchants won’t use Association parking program, according to survey BY KAREN BILLING The Rancho Santa Fe Association’s effort to improve a lack of village parking has failed to gather support from village merchants. On May 5, the RSF Association board approved a six-month pilot parking program at the First Church of Christ Scientist on La Flecha with the aim of encouraging business employees to park away from the center of the village and free up more space for visitors. According to Association Planning Director Doug Farrar, they will not move forward with the $10,000 parking lot lease after a survey showed only five of the 41 village businesses said they would consider using the

spaces. Director Heather Slosar said it was “shocking” that the businesses would not consider making a two-block walk that would help encourage retail in the village. The survey did not have full participation from all 41 businesses in the village core, despite the Association’s repeated attempts for participation. The Association board was provided with a list of those merchants who agreed to park at the lot and those who would not — the list was not made public. “I see a group that was very vocal about the lack SEE PARKING, A30

Search continues for SDUHSD’s next leader BY KAREN BILLING The San Dieguito Union High School District’s superintendent search firm was at work last week gathering input from staff as well as parents at two community forums. Community forums were held at Canyon Crest Academy and San Dieguito High School Academy on June 2. Leadership Associates was soliciting feedback as to the characteristics and qualities of the district’s next new leader as well as what parents perceive

are the district’s strengths and challenges. Those who were unable to attend the forums can take a survey on the district website on sduhsd.net. The survey will close on June 13. Six parents attended the forum at San Dieguito with Leadership Associates’ David Verdugo and Marc Ecker. Verdugo said Leadership went through the same process with SDUHSD three years ago during its superintendent search and at that time came up with the desired characteristics of visibility, approachability,

responsiveness to the educational needs of a diverse population and an understanding of academic excellence. Strengths of the district the parents expressed included its excellent teachers, course choice, a big emphasis on high achievers and on college and after high school opportunities. One challenge presented was a disparity between north and south district schools. Many of the parents at San Dieguito session expressed SEE SEARCH, A30

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Association to analyze RSF Tennis Club operations BY KAREN BILLING The Rancho Santa Fe Association board plans to hire an outside consultant to review the operations of the Rancho Santa Fe Tennis Club and find ways to improve operations, a continuation of the board’s efforts to give a “full scrub” to every element of the Association as it aims for best practices. The Association had planned to hire a national consulting firm to conduct a “SWOT” (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats) analysis of RSF Tennis Club operations and the board was set to approve the $7,200 expenditure at its June 2 meeting but that has been put on hold as there was some opposition from the RSF Tennis Club board about the process. “We’re not directly opposed to a SWOT analysis but is there a conflict of interest involved in being analyzed by a firm whose job it is to staff and manage tennis clubs?” asked Barbara McClanahan, RSF Club board president. “Do they not have a vested interest to perhaps suggest they come in and do a better job for us, that the management isn’t what it should be?” McClanahan said the RSF Tennis Club board was not involved in the process of selecting the group or providing input on the scope of the evaluation and several RSF Association board members found it best to wait and have the tennis club’s involvement in the selection of a consultant. “It seems like this needs to be a collaborative effort in order to get the best result,” said outgoing Director Jerry Yahr, agreeing with

McClanahan’s comments. Outgoing Director Philip Wilkinson agreed that if there isn’t buy-in from the RSF Tennis Club, it could result in a lot of “ill will.” RSF Tennis Club member Dick Chandler said that the analysis seemed to have the look of an “internal investigation” and questioned the purpose. “The club is functioning better than any club I’ve ever been a part of. It’s really functioning beautifully,” Chandler said. “To me, this is crazy that we have to bring in outside investigators to tell us whether the club is functioning properly when all you have to do is ask the members.” RSF Association Board President Ann Boon said the analysis came about after a lot of concerns were expressed about various issues in addition to the club’s desire to renew sponsored memberships. She said Acting Manager Don May suggested a consultant might be able to provide some input and some basis for the renewal of non-Covenant memberships. RSF Association Director Mike Licosati noted that, additionally, two tennis board members resigned and one of them sent a “scathing” letter on his view of the operation of the tennis club. Another letter questioned cash-transactions that are not accounted for, claims that pros make more money teaching non-Covenant residents than Covenant residents and a “very serious” personnel issue that showed a breakdown in best practices. He said there were concerns around the SEE TENNIS, A30

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Center for Healthy Aging opens at UCSD

Intent is to become a magnet for renowned scientists and groundbreaking research BY WILL BOWEN By the year 2050, the average life expectancy will be 90 years old — about twice as old as the life expectancy at the turn of the century. New research, coming out of England, has suggested that soon, 30 percent of all senior women will live to be over 100! Mainland China now has about 500 million people over age 65. That is 200 million more than the entire U.S. population of 300 million! 20 percent of our 300 million, or 60 million, will be 65 years old by the year 2050. That’s a lot of senior citizens! As populations age, more services will be needed for older adults. Hence, the Center for Healthy Aging was created at UC San Diego. An inaugural event to open the center was held May 28 at Atkinson Auditorium at the Qualcomm Institute on campus. The overflow crowd necessitated the opening of a second room where late-comers watched the proceedings on a huge video screen. David A. Brenner, M.D., Dean of the School of Medicine and Sandra A. Brown, Ph.D., vice chancellor of research, introduced the program, which was six hours long. The first speaker was Dilip V. Jeste, M.D., director of both the Stein Institute for Research on Aging and the Center for Healthy Aging. Jeste considered the questions: Why do humans have such a long life span? How is this longevity beneficial to our species? What is the evolutionary significance of our long life span? He said most animals die soon after they are no longer fertile and able to produce offspring,

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but humans continue to thrive past that point, so there’s a reason and a benefit to longevity. Older people become wiser and more in control of their emotions. They are able to advise younger people. Jeste pointed out that new research has shown children are happier and healthier when their grandparents are involved in their upbringing. Further, he said, many older people continue to make contributions in the arts, sciences and humanities that benefit the species. The next speaker was Gary L. Gottlieb, M.D. and M.B.A. and professor of psychiatry at Harvard University. He went into depth analyzing the rising costs of health care. His research is focused on trying to improve health care while lowering costs. He said 60 percent of all seniors are using social security and Medicare to pay for health services. Gottlieb suggested a way to go is to create complex care teams that look after individual

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patients. These teams coordinate information and get the best service at the lowest cost. Remote care with patients and doctors communicating information by way of computer “platforms” is an essential part of the process. Gottlieb’s experiments with care teams have shown they can save up to 7 percent of costs and produce better health outcomes for patients. Next to speak was a panel consisting of Ron Knight, Todd Coleman and Sallie Rafie. Knight, Ph.D., is a computer science and engineering professor. He studies the field of human microbiomes, which are like the beneficial flora that live inside intestines. This healthy bacteria, which some scientists call “our bugs,” has more DNA than our actual DNA. Our bugs live in our mucus membranes and on the skin. They appear to play an important role in susceptibility to disease. Coleman, Ph.D., is a professor of bioengineering. He studies wearable sensors

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and computational devices that monitor body functions, like pulse or blood pressure, and send the information directly to your doctor. Soon most of us will be wearing these devices, which are like the Apple watch. Rafie is a doctor of pharmacy in charge of medication safety at the Skaggs School of Pharmacy. Her job is to try and prevent prescription errors. She advocates for patients taking an active role in their care to make sure they get the correct prescription. John Feather, Ph.D. and CEO of Grantmakers in Aging, spoke about building communities conducive to healthy aging. He said we need to link housing with health care, transportation and social services. He talked about his mom’s senior housing in Texas. She lives in a great community, he said, but as soon as you step outside the main gates, there are no sidewalks and no street lights on the main drag, so she cannot walk across the street safely to go to the SEE CENTER, A28

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Summer construction kicks off at Canyon Crest Academy San Dieguito Union High School District celebrated the groundbreaking on a new classroom building on Monday, June 6. The new two-story “Building B” at the front of the campus is funded through Proposition AA funds and will help the school meet its growing capacity demands. The building, with six classrooms on the lower floor and four science labs on the upper floor, will be constructed by Balfour Beatty and was designed by Westberg+ White Architects.

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It’s never too late to be a great father BY JENNIFER COBURN Dick Kurtik says being a father is hard work, but it’s not rocket science. He should know. The retired chemistry teacher has been married to a veteran of the NASA Jet Propulsion Lab for nearly 20 years. Together, the couple decided to take the plunge into parenting for the first time, serving as foster parents of infants and toddlers through Angels Family Foster Network. The 73-year-old local resident says he had never taken care of an infant on his own until six years ago when his niece asked him to babysit her four-month-old daughter, Lucy, for the day. “My wife was working at the time, and initially I was terrified,” he says with an easy laugh. “I was amazed that I was capable.” He soon found that he was more than just capable, but quite good at it. To his delight, he gained tremendous satisfaction from caring for his grandniece. “We went on walks, I tried to make her laugh, basically, I just gave her love.” Initially it was Kurtik’s wife, Susan, who suggested becoming parents who foster. She researched options and found Angels Foster Family Network to be the best fit for them. “We liked that the organization limited the number children in foster care in a home to one child or sibling set,” so children could receive the focused attention they need. The Kurtiks also felt they were best equipped to provide care for infants and toddlers, which is the age range Angels serves. The couple attended an information session at

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EVENT BRIEFS Join the fun at the Rancho Santa Fe Bocce Ball Invitational June 17

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Steven Sakara is the “Legends” first graduate from Baylor University.

New Future Legends scholarship recipient Brian Truong.

The CCHSF (Chuck Courtney Honorary Scholarship Fund) Future Legends scholarship program recently announced its upcoming celebration of its first graduate. Events of the day will include a golf tournament, Shamble format, putting contest, box lunch, 19th Hole Celebration, plus live and silent auctions, dinner and dancing to the sounds of the Tim Holcombe Band. All this fun to be held Monday, June 20, at the RSF Golf Club. The Future Legends program credits the careful selection process plus a personal approach and continuing communication with

the students for its success. All students to date have come from Pro Kids, a First Tee program in San Diego, though none are required to pursue golf as a career. Their majors include chemistry, biosciences, electrical engineering, the medical field, and sports broadcasting. Residents, friends and neighbors are all invited! Registration begins at 10 a.m. with a putting contest at 11 a.m. and shotgun start at 12:15 p.m. Nineteenth Hole Reception begins at 5:30 p.m., with silent auction, dinner, a live auction, and dancing to the sounds of the Tim Holcombe Band beginning at 6:30 p.m. Please join the event on June 20 in

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support of this exciting Scholarship program, “Future Legends,” and to have a fun time to boot. Steven Sakara, the “Legends” first graduate from Baylor University, plus several of the “Legends” scholars will be on hand to greet you and give their thanks for supporting this wonderful program. All this fun - Golf, 19th Hole, and Dinner and Dancing – all for only $300/person; 19th Hole & Dinner and Dancing only is $125/person. Send your check or CC information to Future Legends, PO Box 2412, Rancho Santa Fe, 92067. Questions? Call Vearl Smith 858-692-4509.

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Come join the fun at a great day to find out who is the best bocce ball team in RSF at the 2nd Annual Rancho Santa Fe Bocce Ball Invitational June 17. Thirty-two two-man teams will compete for the RSF Bocce Trophy sanctioned by an official Bocce Judge. Even if you are not playing in the event, come enjoy the music supplied by XTreme Fun, and try out some of San Diego’s tequila -sponsored by Azunia Tequila, and one other best kept secret. The event will be held Friday, June 17, from 3-7 p.m. at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe. The goal is to raise charitable funds, and the net proceeds of this event will benefit local charities, including the RSF Community Center. This is an adult-oriented event with alcohol being served during and around the event. Best team costume wins a prize. Sponsors include: First Republic — Sean Barry and The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe. For more information and tickets, visit ticketsauce.com/e/rsf-bocce-ball-2/preview

Volunteers needed to help restore native habitat at the Lagoon Pond The San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy is looking for volunteers to help restore native habitat off of El Camino Real on Saturday, June 11 from 9 – noon. Volunteers are invited to enjoy the local birds and wildlife while removing invasive plants from a restoration area south of the San Dieguito Lagoon. Volunteers should bring drinking water and dress for a morning outdoors—long pants that can get dirty, a hat, sunscreen and comfortable closed-toe shoes. The Conservancy will supply work gloves and tools for those who need them. Register at: https://form.jotform.com/61397696394171 Directions: From I-5 take the Via del la Valle exit and head east. Turn right onto El Camino Real. Turn right into the Dust Devil Nature Trail Staging Area, just before the signal light at the Stallion’s Crossing Villas. Volunteers will then hike as a group to the restoration area. For more info, contact Conservation Manager Jess Norton at jess@sdrvc.org

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Fund surpasses $100K for retiring RSF School District Superintendent The legacy fund established at the Rancho Santa Fe School Endowment Fund to honor retiring Rancho Santa Fe School District Superintendent Lindy Delaney has surpassed $100,000 in donations since it was announced last month. The Lindy Delaney Legacy Fund honors the service of Lindy Delaney as Superintendent as well as a physical education and science teacher in the district for 30 years (1986–2016). “Lindy is very special to our family and has done so much for the community,” says Donna Walker, a former school parent and past PTO Executive Committee member. Walker’s husband and former Endowment Chair Mark Pulido added, “It is wonderful to be able to honor Lindy for all she has done in a way that will have a meaningful impact on future RSF students.” The original Rancho Santa Fe Community School Endowment Fund was set up by 10 school families in 1997 to support small class size and the long-term stability of the district. It annually contributes to the district to support this mission and the Legacy Fund will do the same in Delaney’s name in perpetuity. While the suggested gift is $1,000, all gifts are welcome. The fund also welcomes larger donors to set up matching gifts to increase its impact.

To make a tax-deductible donation to the Lindy Delaney Legacy Fund, please make checks payable to the Rancho Santa Fe Education Foundation (Lindy Delaney Legacy Fund in memo line) and send to RSFEF, P.O. Box 809, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067. All gifts received by June 30, 2016 will receive permanent recognition on campus. The Rancho Santa Fe Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that provides supplemental private funding to the RSF School District. To receive the link to make an online contribution or questions, please contact Barbara Edwards, RSFEF Development Director, at (858) 756-1141, x250.

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RSF LITTLE LEAGUE AAA CAMO PADRES TEAM WINS CHAMPIONSHIP The Rancho Santa Little League AAA Camo Padres and AAA Pinstripe Padres battled it out for the championship title at Richardson Field on June 1. It was an exciting game and many fans came out to cheer on both teams. In the end, the Camo Padres won 9-7. Front row: Josh Preske, Cole Henry, Ryan Schneider, Ryan Atwell, Cash Bonano, Braeden Daly, Gavin Fisher, Cooke Wollan, Lukas Minasian, Matthew Kelley, Griff Hemerick and Cameron Do. Back row: Coach Preske, Coach Daley and Coach Hemerick.

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TPHS Freddies Awards

he Freddies Awards were presented June 1 at Torrey Pines High School. Formally known as Torrey Pines High School Falcons Athletics Awards Night (TPFAAN), this event recognizes student-athletes who went above and beyond while representing TPHS on the field of competition. Online: www.delmartimes.net

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RSF Historical Society attends honor ceremony for archive intern

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The RSF Historical Society event featured a tour of Kemp’s home, as well as his extensive collection of art.

RSF Historical Society takes trip to Julian, hears Native American expert speak The Rancho Santa Fe Historical Society held its trip to Julian to visit with Native American expert Dr. James Kemp on May 21 at his beautiful residence, Nepenthe. His residence is located just outside of Julian in the Cuyamaca Lake Park area. This event featured a tour of Kemp’s magnificent home, as well as his extensive collection of art, including kachina dolls, sand art paintings, textiles, and, added more recently, items of historical significance from China. The day included a lunch prepared by Kemp, and a lively question and answer

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La Flecha House is the home of the archive collection for the history of Rancho Santa Fe and its residents. With the help of a grant received from the Rancho Santa Fe Foundation, the RSF Historical Society has been able to continue work on the digitizing of its archives to make maintaining and sharing with others simpler and faster. The Club IT students from MiraCosta College, led by Lena McMaster, have volunteered to work several hours per week to assist in the rapid transfer of information. Lena McMaster is the President of Club IT, and she has been instrumental in increasing the number of students available to work on the RSF Historical Society’s archives and the number of hours, with over 200 hours logged to date. The students travel from the Oceanside campus of MiraCosta College in order to volunteer at the Rancho Santa Fe Historical Society’s

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Sharon Alix, RSF Historical Society administrator, Lena McMaster, president of Club IT at MiraCosta College, Oceanside Campus, and Rick Cassoni, professor, Computer Studies and Information Technology (CSIT). La Flecha House. The Historical Society is open Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and several times a week you will find a diligent student plugging information into the computers, scanning objects, or organizing recently received donations of articles to be added to the archives.

The RSF Historical Society thanks Lena McMaster, and her professor, Rick Cassoni, for the help it is receiving. Lena was recipient of the MiraCosta Student Service Learning Award for her leadership role in getting Club IT members interested in service learning opportunities.

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FROM FUNDING, A1 consultants, Magellan Advisors, an amount not to exceed $120,000. The two consultant firms will help with legal work negotiating the documents that will go into the agreement with Hotwire, such as the construction contract, service level agreement, financing, maintenance agreement and a lot of regulatory work. Wilkinson said that the firms help in negotiating with Hotwire and making sure the Association is protected every step of the way. Wilkinson said they negotiated a discount for the month of April which saved the Association $20,000. One resident asked why the Association board would spend all that money before it asks the community if the community wants Hotwire. “We cannot get to a community vote without doing all of the due diligence that goes into building an infrastructure like this,” Wilkinson said. “You have to have the research, the knowledge, the information so you can inform your membership to make a decision about a $13.5 million expenditure.” Another resident asked how firms like Peace & Shea were vetted. Breton Peace of Peace & Shea said they are a specialty boutique firm that deals with a lot of highly regulated projects. Peace said he feels well suited to the Association’s project as he has done a lot of work in the utility space and energy sector with satellite companies, and spent the last few years working in highly regulated industries such as nuclear power. Peace said his partner Pat Shea used to be managing partner of Pillsbury Winthrop’s local office and has experience in highly complex municipal deals — he was the lead counsel for Orange County’s bankruptcy.

Peace said his firm has been working closely with Magellan to make sure all of the technical and legal aspects of the Hotwire project go hand in hand. “Before they put this to a vote, the Association would like to have a chance for the community to actually see the definitive documentation as opposed to making a vote based on the LOI (letter of intent),” Peace said. Peace said while it is a very strong LOI that has received a lot of positive feedback from the telecom and legal space, “It’s probably the prudent approach that the Association has taken for the membership to see the full detail before it goes to a vote.” At the June 2 meeting, the board also approved $250,000 (part of the $13.5 million) for community education and marketing to obtain early sign-ups. The goal is to get 1,200 subscribers, both Rancho Santa Fe homes and businesses. The funds will go toward advertising, marketing materials, public relations and a “demo room”. The outreach momentum has already begun, Wilkinson said, noting after he signed an early agreement Hotwire was out at his home doing a site survey and determining where the fiber would go. The outreach process will take about four months and the amount won’t be paid until the project is approved, Wilkinson said. He said the Association could stop or slow the process at any point if it doesn’t have the kind of uptake it expects. Wilkinson said he hopes the Association will be halfway there on the uptake of 1,200 customers in the next 45 to 60 days. “There are a lot of wheels in motion here and we absolutely need to continue this to get the uptake,” Wilkinson said. “Many people are knocking on our doors and are very excited about getting 10 gigabits which will be absolutely unequivocally needed in the future.” The Association has spent a total of $658,000 since July 2014 on the broadband project to date.

‘An Art & Animal Affair’ in RSF to benefit Rancho Coastal Humane Society An Art & Animal Affair benefitting the Rancho Coastal Humane Society (RCHS) will be held on Saturday, June 18 from 1 to 5 p.m. at a private residence in Rancho Santa Fe. Animals available for adoption will greet guests to this afternoon of fine art, delicious food and drinks, live music, and warm hearts wine hosted by Tamara Lafarga-Joseph and Sarah Sleeper. RCHS President Jim Silveira says, “We’re honored that Tamara and Sarah have chosen Rancho Coastal Humane Society as the beneficiary of An Art & Animal Affair. It’s a perfect combination of two things that deeply touch our hearts.” An Art & Animal Affair is being presented in the spirit of “Tikun Olam,” Hebrew for, “Repair the World.” Artists include: Sarit Harel, papier

maché recycled art sculptor, featuring her own works and the works of her students;Tamara Lafarga-Joseph, natural equestrian & Liquid Light artist;Tena Navarette, powerful, award-winning abstract painter;Lynn Daniel, unique, modern copper repousse sculptor;Katey Brunini, exquisite, nature-inspired jewelry artist;Aimee Fuller, bold, exotic jewelry artist. A minimum $20 donation is suggested at the entrance. A portion of the proceeds from each sale will be donated to support Rancho Coastal Humane Society’s programs that serve people and animals throughout the area. Free valet will be available. For more information or to RSVP contact Sarah Sleeper at SZSleep@pacbell.net or call 858-357-7877.

Eric Dill appointed interim superintendent

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The San Dieguito Union High School District Board of Trustees appointed Eric Dill as Interim Superintendent on June 2. His appointment will be effective July 1 pending board approval at the next regular scheduled meeting. This appointment will be in effect until the board selects a new permanent superintendent for the district. Dill is currently the Associate Superintendent of Business Services. He joined the District in 2001 and has served in his current position since 2010. — Submitted press release

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Helen Woodward Animal Center Spring Fling

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n its 28th year, Helen Woodward Animal Center presented its Spring Fling Gala June 4 at Fairbanks Village Plaza in Rancho Santa Fe. The Gala Committee, headed by Committee Chair Ann Dizney, hosted a black-tie evening designed to transport partygoers down the yellow brick road to a “Wonderful World of Oz”-themed affair. The event, which was presented by EDCO, was emceed by Jack FM’s Shelly Dunn and KUSI’s Mark Mathis. The event also included great food, live entertainment, a live auction and more. All profits raised at the Spring Fling Gala support the pets and programs at Helen Woodward Animal Center. Visit animalcenter.org. Online: www.rsfreview.com.

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Roger Rowe Elementary Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Field Day was held May 27. The event offers K-5 students the opportunity get outside together and play, participate in healthy competition and have fun. Grade K-1 events were led by J.W. Tumbles on the K-1 Playground and included memory maze, limbo, water cup stacking game and Danny the Amazing DJ. Grades 2-5 competed up on the main field in hurdles, long jump, high jump, three legged and gunnysack races. The Athletic Department worked with students all year in preparation for their events and the RSF Education Foundation provided the parent volunteers for the event. Online: www.rsfreview.com

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harp Healthcare Foundation hosted the 3rd Annual Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Luncheon May 25 at the Del Mar Country Club to benefit the Neonatal Research Institute (NRI). The NRI is a national institute of health-funded institutes that is dedicated to developing better outcomes for preterm infants around the globe. This luncheon and the over 200 guests had the opportunity to shop among 14 local boutique vendors in support of its mission and had the opportunity to hear more about the cutting-edge therapies from the director of the NRI, Dr. Anup Katheria. For more information, visit https://give.sharp.com/womensluncheon. Online: www.rsfreview.com

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There is good reason to be proud of Rancho Santa Fe As we try to ignore the rumor and accusations that threaten to impede progress, we wanted to cut through the negativity and list the truly amazing accomplishments this Board has achieved in the last two years to make our beautiful Covenant a better place for us all. There are six good people running for the Board. We believe that three of them -- Rachel Laffer, Terry Peay, and Rachel Leheny -- represent a continuation of this progress, in part, because they are supported by, and therefore accountable to, the people trying to continue it. RSFA Finances: Full accrual accounting implemented Complete RSFA Balance Sheet now Corrected $1.6M assets misclassiﬁcation Corrected 3 of 4 essential GAAP elements Now have two full-time in-house CPAs

Membership Communication: RSFA website substantially improved & expanded Hired a RSFA Director of Communications

Financial Reporting: IRS Form 990 presented and signed by Board IRS Form 990 now available to Members per Davis-Stirling law Financial reporting now Actual vs. Budget (and vs. prior year) Cash Reserves now properly segregated per Davis-Stirling Infrastructure Improvements: Signed Comprehensive LOI for 10GB ﬁber Internet system Studying options for improved cell phone coverage Established committees re Technology and Village Revitalization Promise Membership vote on Covenant Club proposal Software: Converted to Payroll service instead of in-house Data back-up now automated and secure Accounting software modernized Firewall, virus, and password protection upgraded Connected RSFA and GC systems

RSFA Administration: Osuna Ranch integrated into accounting system Insurance coverage gaps eliminated Optimized banking relationships Now pursue outstanding receivables New counsel and labor counsel retained Implemented top to bottom HR review of beneﬁts and policy Implemented regular review of vendors Adopted standard ﬁve day work week and improved member service Integrated phone system to cover all RSFA locations Membership Rights: CDRC (Art Jury) meetings now open Promise that Members vote on all major projects (vs. Board action) Committee participation broadened for inclusivity Increased voter registration from 50% to 80% Opened up nominating process for Board candidates Considerable work accomplished updating By-Laws to Davis-Stirling Golf Club: RSFA obtained lower interest rates for $4.1M loan Implemented Board Liaison to improve communication

Let’s continue the momentum of the last two years by electing Laffer, Leheny, and Peay to the RSFA Board! Sincerely, John & Betty Aasted Dan & Jenkie Arnold George & Lisa Bartlett Todd & Audrey Buchner Scott & Leslie DeGoler Tim & Catherine Fox Matt & Annie Golden Steve & Michelle Hansen Judy & Charles Jones, M.D. Alex & Nora Kaiser

Claudia Kapan Mark & Diana Knickrehm Todd & Sally LaRocca Paul LeBeau Mike & Julie Mines Teresa A. Mutch Jane van Praag Rich & Koki Reasons John & Laing Rikkers Elizabeth Seibold

Jillian Spear Jerry Spector Scott & Allison Stratton Rob & Vanessa Strickland Bill Strong Sam Ursini Anne-Marie & Brad Weller Joe Zagara

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Rachel Leheny,Terry Peay & Rachel Laffer for RSFA BOARD

Commit to Open Government

We are a diverse community. Everyone has a right to participate in their government and to know how their money is being spent. We support limits on expenditures p that don’t require a vote. vote

Ensure Fiscal Prudence

Our current Board has done a superior job of updating the outdated accounting practices. We have all spent our careers working in ﬁnance and will use our expertise to ensure ﬁscal responsibility.

Invest in Fiber Technologies

Our current Board has negotiated an amazing investment opportunity that will bring the best technology in the world to the Covenant. And better still, it will pay for itself. We will help the community get across the goal line.

We Will Not Deprive YOU OF A VOTE

The role of governance is to resolve differences by pursuing consensus. We will make sure that we inform, listen to feedback, and then give the community the right to vote on major projects like the Covenant Club and ﬁber network.

We Will Not Make Personal Attacks

Our local governance should not reﬂect the vitriolic nature of national politics. We will promote substantive discussion and work to ﬁnd common ground among diverse perspectives.

WeWillNot Compromise Our Historic Roots

Step-down housing is needed in the Covenant, within easy walking distance of downtown. We do not support changes to the County General Plan to increase density, which would forever adversely impact our historic roots.

We are Endorsed by Over 210 Neighbors: (Partial List) Adam & Richelle Aarons John & Betty Aasted Dan & Jenkie Arnold Grace Arnold Kevin & Audrey Barrett Jason Barry George & Lisa Bartlett Tom & Whitney Barton Ed Batts & Robyn Hudgens Tom & Elizabeth Baxter Larry & Cindy Bloch Jim & Ann Boon Herb Boyer Helle & Jan Brandrup Todd & Audrey Buchner John & Nancy Jo Cappetta Bill & BJ Cardon Ma Margaret et Carl C l Dick Chandler Dr. Ilia Christy Don Christy Lissa Collins-Gudim Frank & Janice Creede Peter & Luisa Csathy Paul & Louise Curcio Scott & Leslie DeGoler

Warren & Linda DeGoler Kate Deering Bud & Maria Delgado Marion Dodson Bill & Jovanna Domann Kim & Paula Eggleston Ralph & Trish Faison Ray & Tricia Faltinsky Gus & Jennifer Fernandez Alex & Kevin Flanagan Paul & Kathy Flather Jay & Sarah Flatley Tim & Catherine Fox Gerald & Paula Friesen Ben & Christine Galdston John Garrison Matt & Annie Golden Glen & Sarah Griffin Seid Hamadeh Seidy Ha deh Bassim Hamadeh Steve & Michelle Hansen Jim Hsieh Dr. Charles & Judy Jones Alex & Nora Kaiser Ty & Rian Kalklosch Claudia Kapan Lorraine Kent

Steve & Margot Kerr Bruce & Brenda Kleege Steve & Kim Klein Mark & Diana Knickrehm Claude Kordus Nick & Florenza Krnich Todd & Sally LaRocca Paul LeBeau Andrea & Travis Lee Marsha Lee Jason & Melissa Levin Mike & Janie Licosati Mark Loretta Fred & Genta Luddy Tom & Stacy McCarthy Tim & Marcia McDonough Mark & Michele Meisenbach Todd & Nicole Mikles Chris Chri & Jennifer Je if Miller Mille Mike & Julie Mines Barry & Natalie Moores Jennifer Moores John & Dianne Moores John Jay Moores Jr Tony & Cindy Moran Bob & Sandra More Josh & Kristin Moss

Teresa Mutch Nikolai Myers Todd & Sarah Neal Mark & Beth Nelson L.J. & Blair Nicholas Trudy Nielsen Eric Nielsen Eoin & Kristin O'Shea Kim & April Pace Anne Peay David & Elisabeth Pedder Ronald & Monica Perlman Owen & Jolene Perry Dan & Julie Plashkes Jane van Praag Tony & Adele Rababy Mark & Andrea Rababy Rich & Koki Reasons R d Mark Reedy Bjarte & Melissa Rene Bj Patrick & Mae Rhoten John & Laing Rikkers John & Regina Rowe Peggy Ruzich John Ryan Colleen Sansone Steven Sansone

Ed Scheibler Linda Leong Scuba Elizabeth Seibold Bill & Joanne Shiebler Shoaib Ellahi Shiekh & Brenda Shiekh Jeff & Heather Slosar Jerry Spector Mark Stevenson Samantha Stevenson Hugh & Anne Stone Rob & Vanessa Strickland Bill Strong Seth Surnamer Mike & Shara Sweeney Geoff Swortwood Sue Thatcher Lance & Anna Waite Carole Warren Ed & Jean Wedbush J Wedb h Brad & Anne-Marie Weller Brandt Wilson Sabina Woodson Howard & Amanda Wright Greg Young & Krista Braun-Young Joe Zagara Wei & Wenyi Zhang

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Why We’re Running All of us in Rancho Santa Fe have a lot in common. I think we can all agree that we love this place we call home. I know I feel blessed each and every day I live here. We all want good governance, a transparent financial system, and a more unified community. But most importantly, when we make decisions, they should be well informed. Once you take the politics, personalities and special interests out of the equation, it’s hard to imagine that we as a community wouldn’t embrace and ultimately vote in favor of the proposed fiber Internet deal, for example. Nobody would think it would be wise for the Association Board to “take over” the golf club. And there isn’t anyone who wants to rush to build a $16 million Covenant Club. But, unfortunately and unnecessarily, these non-issues become the subject of campaign divisiveness. At the end of the day, we will never agree on everything. There will always be issues that have the potential to divide us. And the best way to move forward is to recognize that if we look beyond division, we can almost always find consensus. Rachel Laffer, Rachel Leheny, and I are humbled by the opportunity to seek consensus and I hope you join us in that pursuit. Remember to turn your ballots in by June 13th and please consider casting your ballot in support of our campaign. Terry Peay

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Real Estate & Construction

Growing & Building North Coast Green Homes, Sustainable Building SUSTAINABLE FOCUS

A renewed focus on supporting sustainable building

any factors are catalyzing the current housing market boom in North San Diego County – one of which is the impactful concept of sustainable, “green” construction. Across San Diego County, permits were pulled for about 10,000 residential units during 2015 (a nine-year high). Local experts called for a similar number in 2016. “We will expect a very similar year to last year,” said Borre Winckel, president and CEO of the Building Industry Association. About 25 percent of the new homes will be detached single-family residences, with the other 75 percent consisting of attached condos and townhomes. And due to state regulations, new homes will be built with sustainable practices in mind. “Right now it’s all about climate change but it comes at a cost,” Winckel said. “We are all concerned about limiting greenhouse gases. Unfortunately, probably the only housing that can be completely built with sustainability in mind are the very dense, ultra-expensive homes – what we call Class A housing products.” Sustainable Focus There is renewed focus on supporting sustainable, high-performance, new home construction and remodeling, even if a complete “green” build is out of reach for the majority of homeowners in North San Diego County. Some of this is due to the amount of support available to builders across the region. According to the National Association of Home Builders, the organization encourages its members through research, innovation and the use and acceptance of scientifically supported, cost-effective and proven technologies, methods, products and materials. And as homeowners, builders and developers will tell you, implementing sustainable practices is about more than optimizing the construction process. It’s also about enhancing the environment. Some of the top sustainable techniques being implemented in new builds and home

Courtesy of Davidson Communities at Enclave Rancho Santa Fe renovations include smaller-sized homes for reduced environmental impact and the installation of solar panels, Energy Star windows, rainwater harvesting systems and tank-less water heaters. “There are extremely efficient water use systems to help with water conservation,” Winckel said. “Some of the systems you’ll find in the high-end homes included water recycling technology. Energy consumption is a big issue here, and many homeowners are equipping their garage with charging stations. Solar panels are huge. And then of course all of the sustainable building materials that contractors can put to use today.” These materials can include reclaimed lumber, recycled plastic, recycled glass, bamboo flooring and natural tiles. Proper insulation

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levels and energy-efficient lighting are sustainable finishing touches that help reduce a home or unit’s dependency on electricity. The Sweet Spots Energy-efficient building techniques are also in full force in multi-home units and apartment complexes – and tenants are moving in groves to enjoy the new “green” amenities. The most expensive and sought-after housing market remains Coastal North County, which includes Encinitas south to La Jolla and inland to Carmel Valley and Rancho Santa Fe. Avino is a new residential community featuring one-, two- and three-bedroom luxury rentals in Pacific Highlands Ranch. Surrounded by 1,300 acres of preserved natural habitat and centrally located near top schools and entertainment venues, this 14-acre, eco-friendly

community offers great access to Torrey Pines State Beach and Del Mar Racetrack. It also offers a solar-powered clubhouse and a direct-access garage with electric charging stations. According to a 2015 report by the San Diego Union-Tribune, some of new proposals in the concept or planning phases included Warner Ranch, which called for 780 homes on the north side of state Route 76, and Newland Sierra, the revised Merriam Mountains project that would put roughly 2,135 homes north of San Marcos and Escondido. This rapid growth has led builders to join networks like San Diego Green Homes, a group of building product and service providers dedicated to architecting homes that are environmentally friendly, energy efficient and healthier. “We hope to facilitate the networking process by connecting people with architects, contractors, and material providers in their area, and assist them with building more responsibly,” details the entity’s website. More Value, Less Inventory The average price for new homes in coastal North County in the fourth quarter of 2015 was $1.14 million, according to statistics from Market Pointe. While home values increase and inventory shrinks, there are constraints facing the housing market, particularly in coastal North County. These include the high costs of permits and regulatory compliance, and a reluctance to approve higher density housing. A study released in 2015 by Point Loma Nazarene University found that, on average, the cost of regulation in San Diego County amounts to about 40 percent of the price of a new home. Those costs include fees for building permits, as well as for schools, sewer lines and water connections. So while “green” building is all the rage on the coast, builders and developers are also toeing the line between finding new land, following stringent state regulations and appeasing a population in need of more moderately priced options in new housing.

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Indian Wells Tennis Garden

Statewide Impact with

Integrity

When I founded Watkins Landmark Construction in 2004, I was careful with the name. Our mission would be right there for all to see: To create lasting impact across Southern California with Landmark projects of exceptional quality and value. Looking ahead after 12 phenomenal years, our Carlsbad and Indian Wells teams continue to ﬁnd great motivation in these simple words. The fact remains that we ﬁnd no greater pleasure than using our experience, our values, and our expertise to help you realize your wildest dreams. Whether inland or by the sea, the honor is ours as we Build to Serve the Landmarks that surround you.

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Announcing Barrister Executive Suites’ newest San Diego location: Del Mar / Solana Beach – Leasing NOW!

e are pleased to announce the opening of our newest location at 445 Marine View Avenue, Del Mar in The Timbers building. The iconic Class A office building is owned by Hankey Investment Corporation and will be the fourth location that Barrister operates in San Diego County, adding to our robust portfolio of over 28 locations in Southern California. The Timbers building has breathtaking ocean views and an expansive window line, which provides maximum natural light. We’re currently in the process of constructing the suite to provide high-end finishes with an open space concept design for a creative office atmosphere. On-site amenities include 24-hour security, outdoor atrium area surrounding a koi pond and free covered parking. Ron Azad, Executive V.P. of Asset Management and Development at Hankey Investment Company, commented: “Our firm has invested over $1.5 million in building improvements since acquiring the asset nearly two years ago. We are excited to have a Barrister suite in the building. We’re familiar with their exceptional

reputation as an Executive Suite provider and knew that their business model would make an ideal fit for our building, as well as the local business community.” We are looking forward to serving the beach cities business community in the North County region of San Diego. Local professionals will benefit from this convenient location and the wide array of services that our suite provides. Be sure to check out our: • Full Time Offices • Virtual Office Programs • Conference & Meeting Rooms on demand This location is an excellent solution for local professionals who are looking to work closer to home, minimize their overhead expense, and maximize their company’s image. “It’s a bright and vibrant office environment where clients have more time to be productive and focus on their core business and enjoy being a part of our thriving tenant community” said Carrie Gates, Vice President of Leasing and Marketing for Barrister. “It’s a really great place to come and work every day.” Call (858) 261-2400 today for more information!

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Barrister Executive Suites’ newest San Diego location is at 445 Marine View Avenue, Del Mar.

Watkins Landmark Construction provides ‘Custom Quality with Commercial Efficiency’ I

n the fall of 2004, Jody James Watkins formed Watkins Landmark Construction. It was his goal to build a construction company that specializes in cutting-edge projects that leave a lasting impression on the client, the users, and the surrounding community. Hence the term “Landmark” in the company name. He sought to bring his experiences from working on such award-winning projects as the aforementioned Petco Park and Indian Wells Tennis Garden, Pfizer Campus Biotech Research Buildings, and the Pacific Athletic Club to Watkins Landmark Construction. Each of these projects required a custom level of quality done at the efficiency only a commercial contractor can obtain. This was the basis for our first company slogan “Custom Quality with Commercial Efficiency.” Another part of our company vernacular is the “elevator pitch.” The company elevator pitch is, “Our niche is we don’t have a niche!” We are mighty proud of the fact that we are builders first and foremost. Not just builders of restaurants, or churches, or tenant improvements. We build all types of projects … not just a certain type. Jody has said more than a few times that he

The Tennis Garden would get bored if the company only built one type of project. However, it is more than just that singular reason for our pursuit of a wide scope of projects. We believe that our diversity is our strength. We are builders. No

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qualification of project types needs to follow. These days, forever moving forward, our company motto is simply “Build to Serve.” While this motto is a play on words, considering our biggest project to

date is a state-of-the-art tennis stadium featured at the BNP Paribas Open, it also emphasizes the core or company. Watkins Landmark prides itself in over-serving the client. We figure out what our client is unable — or unwilling — to say. Construction is not just about “Substantial Completion.” It’s about the journey. There is a saying within our company that goes, “If we get to the interview, then we will win the project.” This is based not only on our high win percentage if we get to the interview, but the amount of preparation that we put into every bid. Our competition will usually present the estimate and project schedule. We present the estimate complete with assumptions and value engineering alternates, project schedule, project organizational chart, site plan and a similar project portfolio. We are not often the lowest bidder, but we are the most complete. We also pride ourselves in providing the most value-engineering alternates that will assist the owner in any budgetary challenge. While this formula might seem simple, it goes the extra mile and our award percentage per interview is over 90 percent. SEE WATKINS, A25

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Avino in Carmel Valley will celebrate its grand opening in July

elcome to Avino, a brand-new residential apartment community featuring one-, two- and three-bedroom apartment homes in Pacific Highlands Ranch with state-of the- art interior finishes unmatched by any other community. Residents will enjoy in-home features such as high-end kitchen with quartz countertops, premium stainless steel appliances with full-size washer/dryer, walk-in closets and private patio or balcony. Luxury amenities at Avino include 24-hour, state-of-the-art fitness center, gourmet BBQ areas, game room with pool table, solar-powered clubhouse and cyber café, and large resort-style saltwater pool and spa with cabanas, WiFi, and flat-screen TVs. Surrounded by 1,300 acres of preserved natural habitat and centrally located near top schools, entertainment and shopping, this 14- acre eco-friendly community offers parks with trails, play and BBQ areas and scenic vistas. Close to

everything, you’ll find beautiful sandy beaches, the thrill of the horse races, craft breweries and upscale movie theaters, trendy boutiques, yoga studios and high-quality grocery shopping. You’ll appreciate Del Mar festivals, golf and family time. It’s all about luxury resort living and a green lifestyle. From your impressive great room, private pool and clubhouse to your direct access garage with electric vehicle charging station to your kids’ school district, it’s the good life. This master-planned development will open in July and feature 276 units. Prices start at $2,450 for one-bedrooms; $2,950 for two-bedrooms; and $3,600 for three-bedroom apartment homes. Pre-leasing is available now. Clubhouse will be open in July for tours. Avino is located at 5040 Camino San Fermin, San Diego 92130. Call a member of the leasing team at (844) 6871636 to learn more or visit the website www.avinoliving.com.

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Jody James Watkins, founder of Watkins Landmark Construction. FROM WATKINS, A24 Since Watkins Landmark was founded, we have made fun part of the day’s work. We are a family company at our core. We care about our employee’s wellbeing just as much as the workload they can handle. We have learned that putting some fun into our employees’ job description results in a fiercely loyal team

Avino is a new residential apartment community in Pacific Highlands Ranch.

here at Watkins Landmark. Our core values are Persistence (mentioned earlier), Personable, Pride in Work, and Trustworthy. Personable is a value that is scrutinized from the first interview. “Can this candidate pass the beer test?” is always asked after every interview. The meaning of this question is, “Would I sit down and have a beer with this individual?” We have declined to hire very qualified candidates because they would not hold our clients interest in a conversation. Pride in Work is a core value held by every true builder. All employees at Watkins Landmark will tell you what “Drive By Pride” means. It is the feeling you get when you drive by a project that you had a hand in building weeks, months, or even years after substantial completion. It is one of the values that will attract highly qualified candidates in the construction industry, to our company. Trustworthy is the last of the core values set by Jody James Watkins. It is a self-explanatory core value. From the beginning of Watkins Landmark Construction, Jody wanted to only surround himself with people he can trust unequivocally. Hence, several of our earliest employees have worked with Jody at previous companies. These are people that Jody not only had great respect for, but called them his friends as well. It was these relationships that formed the foundation of our culture. For questions or more information, please call us at (858) 259-1240 or visit us at www.watkinslandmark.com.

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President & General Manager • Phyllis Pfeiffer ppfeiffer@lajollalight.com (858) 875-5940 Executive Editor • Lorine Wright editor@rsfreview.com (858) 876-8945 Staff Reporters • Karen Billing, Reporter (858) 876-8957 • Kristina Houck, Reporter (858) 876-8939 • Chris Saur, Reporter (858) 876-8946 News Design • Michael Bower, Lead, Edwin Feliu, Crystal Hoyt, Daniel Lew Vice President Advertising • Don Parks (858) 875-5954 Advertising Manager • AnnMarie Gabaldon (858) 876-8853 Media Consultants • April Gingras (Real Estate) (858) 876-8863 • Gabby Cordoba (Real Estate) (858) 876-8845 • Sue Belmonte Del Mar/Solana Beach/Encinitas (858) 876-8838 • Michael Ratigan Carmel Valley/Sorrento Valley (858) 876-8851 • Kimberly McKibben Rancho Santa Fe/Encinitas (858) 876-8920 Business Manager • Dara Elstein Ad Operations Manager • Ashley O’Donnell Advertising Design • John Feagans, Manager Laura Bullock, Ashley Frederick, Maria Gastelum, Bryan Ivicevic, Vince Meehan Obituaries • (858) 218-7237 or inmemory@ myclassifiedmarketplace.com Classified Ads • (858) 218-7200 ads@MainStreetSD.com

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OPINION

OUR READERS WRITE Mr Ursini’s Ironic and Shameful OpEd Title From Last Week

Meeting meant to be a pleasant, informational event

An “opinion letter” in the Review last week by Sam Ursini, ironically titled, “The Misinformation Needs To Stop,” would be humorous were it not shamefully misleading. Sam Ursini, Mark Loretta, Joe Zagara, Janie Licosati, Wei Zhang, Barry Moores, Paul LeBeau, Nick Krnich and John Ryan collectively sent an email to the Tennis Club and other organizations “requesting” an explanation why our boards were endorsing HOA candidates. I replied, as a Tennis Board Director, respectfully to that group that the Tennis Club board “has had no such endorsements of any of the six candidates”, …but that as individuals, anyone has the right to endorse any candidates.” I pointed out that a majority of the Association board exercised that right. Two Association board members paid for a full-page ad wearing cartoon chef hats with cupcakes for their favorite candidates. It is disappointing that we all can’t be adults. Mr. Ursini and the others could not leave well enough alone. Last week he suggested in his “opinion letter” that our board did the contrary and attributed a bizarre quote from a “Tennis Representative,” which was actually lifted, out of context, from a letter by an inactive tennis member praising the Tennis Club. As an actual Tennis Representative, Mr. Ursini conveniently did not quote my response, which emphatically said we were not endorsing anyone. Mr. Ursini’s “opinion letter” is also posted on the rsfpost website. I have requested that it be removed due to the fact it is false and misleading. I would like to caution everyone that there are many false and misleading articles and letters posted there. What is most troubling is a recently resigned Tennis Club board member, Paul LeBeau, and the wife of a current Association board member, Janie Licosati, felt comfortable letting this shameful letter go forward even after they were alerted to its circulation. I ask everyone in our community to please stop the insanity. Stop slashing tires because there is a bumper sticker on it or mothers cursing at another mother in front of their children because she has a sticker on her bumper. Stop stealing candidate signs from private property. Stop verbally abusing ladies sitting outside the former Stumps market. Stop writing inaccurate letters and ads. We all have the right to exercise free speech but why can’t we do it with dignity and truth? Let’s bring back a healthy level of decorum and respect for one another. Let’s move forward and start healing now for the good of our community. Let’s be positive role models for the children that are growing up here. No matter what happens may our community be at peace and happy. Christine Finkelson

My name is Lindsay Short. My husband, Ken and I have lived here from l982 with a three-year absence. Since our return in 2001, I had noticed the green box at the top of our driveway but thought it was something to do with electrical. Imagine my surprise when I found out it was an Orion cable box and all this time I was accepting of receiving poor Internet service from AT&T. U-verse. I contacted Orion Broadband and in quick time they came out and found the original cable was still connected and, in fact, came down our driveway, entered the house and was still up in the attic. We blew AT&T away and chose to receive 25 mbps for about $50 more than U-Verse. As we wanted to share this wonderful happening with our neighbors and friends here in the Covenant we decided to rent the Crosby Room at the Golf Club on Wednesday, June 1, 2016. Not knowing the in’s and out’s of the Internet system I invited John Santhoff, the CEO of Orion Broadband, to give a presentation on his company. Sad to say, members of our Tech committee took exception to my having this meeting. Whilst they were unable to stop us, they went out of their way to cause several disruptions and ruin what was meant to be a pleasant evening attended by over 60 of our neighbors. Why is it necessary, we ask ourselves, for these individuals to use Saul Alinsky’s methods of intimidation and minimalism to degrade those of opposite thought? Lindsay and Ken Short

Questions for the RSF Association board on fiber-optic internet proposal I have pre-subscribed for the fiber-optic Internet proposal but have some questions for the Association board: 1. The March board meeting minutes, the most recent posted (as of June 5) state: “Broadband Process Update — Director Wilkinson reported that the Technology Committee was meeting with different companies, which will later be presented to the community.” Could the board post the more recent minutes so that members can understand what has transpired since March? 2. Per the Association website, the Technology Committee has three members but apparently no chairman, charter, agendas or minutes. Could the board provide this information? 3. On rsfcommunications.com, the 5/5/16 board resolution references two attached exhibits — Exhibit A, “Overview of Proposed

Transaction with Hotwire Communications;” and Exhibit B, the signed Letter of Intent between the Association and Hotwire — which are not attached. Could the board attach them? 4. Hotwire’s website says it was founded in 2000, is privately held, debt free, and operates primarily on the East Coast. There are no financials to review, nor any reference to equity sponsorship or the management team. The website implies that Hotwire is run by Michael Karp, the founder of ATX Communications (which was subsequently sold). Kristin Karp is identified as President of Hotwire Communications in the Association May 5 press release. Could the board provide information about Hotwire’s leadership team/track record, confirm that it has reviewed audited financial statements and has confidence in its financial/operational staying power, and dispel any notion that Hotwire is a “mom and pop” operation? 5. On GetHotWired.com/RanchoSantaFe, the FAQ discusses a connection fee of $525 per household, but the rate sheet posted on the same website doesn’t specify a connection fee, only noting in fine print at the bottom that “our installation fee will be determined based on requirements to deliver the services you selected to your home and any additional structures on your property you request.” Could the board provide clarification on this? 6. The proposal assumes Hotwire will contribute $5 million and commit to managing the network, while the Association will commit $13.5 million. Internet revenues will be split 50/50. How was this arrangement arrived at? 7. Will construction of the fiber optic network utilize existing utility conduit, or will it require digging up all of the roads in RSF to lay new conduit? If the latter, won’t construction take much longer than 9 months? Who will ensure that roads that are dug up are repaired to a satisfactory condition? Who will be responsible for any damage done to other utility lines or service if existing conduit is used? Who will be responsible for cost overruns? Thank you in advance for your response. Mark Holmlund, (Covenant resident since 1996)

Time to Set the Record Straight Each of us, as a proud American, cherish both his right to free speech and our election process. We can all agree that sometimes people may get carried away, allowing themselves to be caught up in personal attacks and believing wild rumors. I wish I was talking about the national elections, but that is another much longer story. Unfortunately, my family and I have been drawn into our community elections. Like most of the community, we have tried to stay out of the fray. By responding to a full page ad in the Review last week, we may be subjecting ourselves to SEE LETTERS, A27

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OUR READERS WRITE (CONTINUED) additional comments. Yet, by not responding, someone could believe the statements are factual! This is true: A candidate for the board ran a full page ad in the last Review stating that certain candidates had been denied permission to campaign in front of the post office. That is not true: Permission to campaign in front of the post office has been given every candidate who asked for that permission. I have not denied any of the six candidates that opportunity. Everyone just needs to ask for permission to use my private property. This is a quote of the candidate’s next comment in this ad, “our RSFA ex-manager Pete Smith, who repaved her post office parking lot on the Association’s dime several years ago.” That is not true: For proof just look!! You all use the parking lot on almost a daily basis. Has it been repaved in the last “several years”? The truth is the last time any work was done on the parking lot was in 2007. Roger S. Woolley paid J.M. Scibilia, Inc. a total of $24,720.50 in April of 2007 to repair and resurface the lot. True: The Association has never paid for any improvements to property owned by the Woolley family. True: The Woolley family are proud clients of the consulting firm, owned by two past managers! Pete Smith and Walt Ekard successfully managed this community for almost 30 years. Our family hired that consulting firm to make sure we follow all the rules as we work through the pending change and continue to study ways to improve this property to the benefit of our community. The statement about the 7 year old is too ludicrous to warrant a comment. Mr. Peay owes this entire community an apology. Susan Woolley and family

Just the Facts Last Wednesday night I attended a town hall presentation regarding fiber optic. The owner of Orion Cable Systems was present and pitching his company. Orion did not make the shortlist of bidders for a variety reasons, but now Orion had a miracle solution to the problem and could fix the problem quicker and cheaper than the provider that the RSF board was suggesting. After the owner made his presentation, it became very clear the actual purpose of the meeting. It was just another opportunity for the PIC group to take a swipe at those of us who have spent hundreds of hours researching a solution to poor internet service. At this meeting, it was evident that members of PIC did not care about the facts. They just wanted to vent their anger against the current RSF board in a public forum and clap when one of their group told untrue stories about what the current RSF board. In fact, the moderator of the meeting, who was plugging Orion, asked that we not go into fiber optic details. Let’s just make it a general conversation… As our property values decline because of poor internet, there are those of us who have worked hard to find the best solution to this problem. And … the solution is in the details and is based on facts. John Ryan

Unnecessary Meddling? An Action Item proposing the hiring of a consultant to review the operations of the Tennis Club was on the agenda at the June Association board meeting. Actually, “action” had already been taken in the form of a check for half of the proposed $7,200 consultant fee. This is strange on several counts: •Ann Boon stated emphatically at the Annual Meeting that the Association would not interfere with the operations of the Golf Club or the Tennis Club. Hiring a consultant whose speciality is the management of clubs such as ours lies somewhere between meddling and taking over the Tennis Club. •Why were neither the Tennis Club board nor its members informed of this outside consultant being retained? The Tennis Club appears to be operating quite nicely and at a profit. Membership is up, the courts are alive with “drop in” days, team play, and social tennis. Moreover, the Junior Program is thriving, charity and exhibition events are well attended, and the professionals are busy giving lessons. So what needs fixing? •Apparently, this search for a consultant began when a Tennis Club board member wrote a scathing, negative letter which was read by a RSF Association board member in Open Session several months ago. Why this letter was read, since it had no relation to anything being discussed, was very surprising. Additionally, board members must receive hundreds of e-mails each month. This one was obviously cherry-picked for a purpose. It is very likely that there are dissident voices at every golf and tennis club in America. If the negative voices should reach a meaningful percentage, perhaps then it would be time to retain a consultant. Currently, many in the Covenant are unhappy with the RSF Association board…has a consultant ever been hired to analyze their process and actions? I am happy to conclude that after much discussion led by Jerry Yahr, the RSF board voted to hold off on the consultant hiring until the Tennis board can work with the Association on any concerns. Whether we get our $3,600 back is not known at this time. Kent Newmark, Rancho Santa Fe

RSF Association board deserves gratitude This election in our community is pivotal. I think we can all agree it’s going to dictate the direction our beautiful community takes. As such, I’ve been following the Op-Eds and discourse of this local election closely and reading the op-eds and mailings carefully. And in the last few years, I’ve attended the open sessions of the Association board. And so, when I read the articles disparaging the work that current Association board has done, I’m consistently left wondering if they are talking about the same board I’ve seen governing our community. This board has so many accomplishments to tout! Some have been discussed at length. Others are less obvious to the community at large but equally, if not more, important. I’m talking

about their transformation of the board into a transparent governing entity and their conversion of its accounting practices into responsible ones that benefit us all. Specifically, they hired outside accountants who after months of work, uncovered reporting errors totaling $1.6 million. They didn’t stop with that. They audited our community finances to ensure responsible spending and reporting. We now have, for the first time, full-accrual accounting and a three part financial statement. But they didn’t stop there. They’ve saved us hundreds of thousands of dollars by restructuring and renegotiating our long-term debt. And to prevent the mistakes of the past from re-occurring, this board now has a slew of in-house CPAs monitoring finances. All of this took a tremendous amount of time and energy. Time and energy they could have spent with their own families, businesses and careers. But in the interest of serving us all, they have each tirelessly applied their skills, expertise and leadership to our board. They’ve done this to help preserve our history while securing our future. For all their efforts and accomplishments, I think they deserve a word of thanks and not disparagement. Jillian Spear

Blinded By So Much Transparency So much has been written about transparency by Ann Boon and her handpicked trio running for the Association board. It’s not only tiring but it’s rather funny. Does anyone find it ironic that we haven’t been told anything about high-speed internet? Could be the greatest thing since sliced bread but in their rush to sign a deal prior to the election the Boon camp forgot to tell the community anything about it. Whoops. We’ve heard more about high-speed internet from neighbor Lindsay Short than our own Association. She invited the community to a presentation by Orion Cable. Lindsay hoped it would be helpful information for the community but no good deed goes unpunished. Association staff wanted to know who rented the room for such an outlandish event. Lindsay felt pressured to cancel. Perhaps there is only one version of high-speed internet that they want us to hear? Amazingly, approximately 70 attended. People are very interested in the topic and starved for information. We all want better and faster internet. The communications committee attended and sat in the front row. When questioned why the Association board hadn’t offered a similar informational platform, board member Mike Licosati was quick to say they had a meeting in the board room once and he then proudly crowed about the communications section of the Association website. Presumably he meant the same communications section that requires Association members sign a secrecy agreement prior to getting a copy of the Hotwire LOI. The Hotwire LOI states within it that all members of the community be provided the document. Law requires we can see it. Why is it then that the Association

board asks that we sign in, wait for a password and jump through hoops first? I suppose its all part of that transparency “thang.” Has anyone tried to get information from the Association? I was interested in researching some of the financials recently and heard rumblings by a board member that too much staff time was being taken up by requests from homeowners. I would not have had to bother them had I been able to find any minutes on the Association website. No finance committee minutes have been posted since January. It’s June! Is there something they don’t want us to know or are they too busy working on the election to tend to daily business? There is so much talk about how transparent everything is now. Perhaps it’s because Mrs. Boon’s PR firm is doing her writing again and they don’t know what is really going on. It seems the talk doesn’t match the action. It seems apparent that things are just not that transparent! Helen DiZio

RSF Association board should be applauded for moving issues forward I have been extremely impressed with the level of transparency, action and accountability of the current board. Case in point, the issue of selecting roundabouts or traffic signals for our community. Rather than significantly delaying opinion on the issue like prior boards and letting others vote for our community, our current board took action and surveyed our Covenant community on whether homeowners preferred roundabouts or traffic signals at three specific intersections in RSF. As a community directly and deeply impacted by the issue and traffic, we were all finally allowed to weigh in and vote. As a resident of this wonderful community, I believe we should continue to applaud this current board for protecting the historical and rural appeal of our community by finally moving these important issues forward. Jerry Spector

A Leadership Opportunity There has been a lot of discussion lately about the Association Board of Directors and, by extension, their leadership. We’ve heard a lot of self-congratulation about what they believe they’ve accomplished. Some examples include: better financial reporting, increased voter registration and turnout, and a proposal for “the world’s fastest network.” No doubt the individual board members have worked hard to make these things happen, and they deserve credit for it. But leadership is defined by much more than a checklist of completed projects. True leaders have a vision. They are inclusive. They build consensus among their colleagues and constituents, and then they work to make that vision become a reality. They don’t create factions in order to pit one SEE LETTERS, A28

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OUR READERS WRITE (CONTINUED) FROM LETTERS, A27 against the other. They don’t demonize opponents; rather, they strive to understand and to persuade. Today, in Rancho Santa Fe, we know that there is work to do. Never during the 18 years we’ve lived here, have we seen the community so polarized. There are at least two groups: let’s call them the “old guard” and the “new guard.” The members of the old guard are painted as obstructionist power brokers, who oppose change of any sort, and who will stop at nothing to regain some perceived erstwhile control over the community. Yet, everyone raves about what a beautiful and unique community Rancho Santa Fe is, and no one seems to credit those who made it so. Could it possibly be the old guard? What about the new guard? They are

FROM INFORMATION, A1 they could be up to one gigabit if they have a commitment from 1,000 homeowners. “Not only is Orion Cable here and now but we are willing to work with the Association to build out gigabit internet to 100 percent of homes in the Covenant at no charge if the Association is willing to guarantee 1,000 subscribers,” Santhoff said “This is similar to the proposal currently on the table but our proposal requires no money.” Orion did participate in the Association’s request for proposals on the broadband project but the company was not selected. As tech committee member and outgoing Association director Philip Wilkinson said, the offer that they were presented by Orion in November 2015 was not free but instead was $14.4 million for high-speed internet up to one gigabit. “In your proposal, we give you $14.4 million and we get nothing back,” said Mike Licosati, tech committee member and Association director. “In Hotwire’s system we get 50 percent of the revenues back so this will essentially pay for itself in 10 to 15 years.” Wilkinson said one of the reasons the Association did not select Orion was because of their concerns with Orion’s hybrid system of fiber-coaxial cable (“coax”) and its capability to deliver 10 gigabits “symmetrically”, meaning for both upload and download speeds. Santhoff said that the reason the bid was for $14.4 million was because the Association could not guarantee subscribers in order to do the build-out of the system. When he saw that Hotwire was now being “guaranteed” 1,200 subscribers—he said his numbers now work. “I’ll do it for free if you’ll guarantee subscribers and in my case, because we already have infrastructure out there, we can do it cheaper than anywhere else,” Santhoff said. Wilkinson stressed that the Association has not guaranteed subscribers to Hotwire. He said that the Association itself has set a threshold of interest from 1,200 subscribers before they feel confident taking it to a community-wide vote. He said they began outreach last week to

perceived as young, impatient, and not respectful of the ambience or the institutions that brought us here in the first place. In reality, they are the future of the Ranch – the old guards of tomorrow. We do need better cellular service. We do need better Internet access throughout the Ranch. The big question is: how do we get there while protecting what we have? Is there room for both in our community? Of course. But until we begin to treat one another with respect instead of ridicule, or acceptance rather than alienation, we will never get there. That’s where good leadership comes in and it’s not easy. Our board can lead by example, by really listening and not just hearing, by including rather than marginalizing, and by building support through consensus, rather than by last-minute hard sell. So here’s the leadership opportunity: slow

generate those 1,200 subscribers—the hope is for the vote to occur in the fall. Wilkinson said what their decision to choose Hotwire really came down to is he difference between coax and fiber because he said you cannot achieve cannot achieve 10 gigabits up and 10 gigabits down with coax. “Cable can not achieve the same upload and download speeds as fiber. It’s impossible to achieve in a distribution network like this,” said John Honker, from the Association’s consultant Magellan, noting there are factors with the community’s multiple distances and multiple nodes. “When we looked at fiber versus coax, fiber has a much higher tolerance for distance and a greater capacity to provide upload and download speeds.” Santhoff disagreed with that assessment and said that DOCSIS 3.1, the latest coax technology standard, is deployed across the country and is providing gigabit data rates right now. Honker said that it may achieve 10 gigabits on download but not upload and that coax only achieves the upload speed in “very specific scenarios very few and far between”. Tech committee member John Ryan tried to explain the difference between the two in layman’s terms: “it’s a highway.” “Coax is maybe a two-lane highway and as you add more customers, you need a wider highway,” Ryan said. He said as more cars are added to the highway, it affects speeds. While Cox offers him 90 megabit speed, he sees more of a range of 60 megabits. “What I notice is that if my kids are in town, I’m down to six, At peak internet hours, like on Friday and Saturday when everybody’s watching Netflix mine goes down to nothing,” Ryan said. “Fiber offers a 20 lane highway, not a two lane highway. So you may be correct in your assumption that coax can handle a gig or ten gig but eventually people are going to want more bandwidth and they’re going to be more people jumping on the highway, which goes back to: we need fiber optic.” While Santhoff and other residents have said there has been a “lack of transparency” on the high-speed internet project, improving internet service has

down and listen to the community. Understand what the concerns are without dismissing them out of hand. If something is truly the best thing for the community, I’m sure that the community will go for it enthusiastically. But they won’t if they think it’s being jammed down their throats. Bill Weber, Rancho Santa Fe

Fiber Optic Spin Did you hear the one about...? All of a sudden, everybody in Rancho Santa Fe is talking about fiber optics. Are you for it or against it? Or, even more importantly, are you for the candidates who will bring it or for the candidates who won’t? How silly is that? As if some board candidates are for progress and others are

been a discussion of the Association board for the last five years. The Association first established an ad-hoc broadband committee back in 2011. The committee explored every option and met with Orion as well as Cox, Time Warner Cable, AT&T U-verse, AT&T Wireless 4G LTE, Verizon Wireless 4G LTE and also looked at the potential for fixed broadband wireless, satellite and other DSL T1 lines. The Association’s new technology committee began its work in 2014, again meeting with a number of providers. Updates on the committee’s progress were frequently provided at board meetings. Rancho Santa Fe faced challenges in that the major providers were only looking to build in high-density areas. Major providers were also asking that Rancho Santa Fe pay to build the infrastructure—basically paying for them to expand their business—without the Association maintaining control or the revenue sharing benefit. In February 2015, the committee began exploring alternative options such as Rancho Santa Fe building and owning the infrastructure in a partnership with a provider. Magellan Advisors was brought on to assist with the broadband project in March 2015 after a feasibility study was independently funded by Covenant residents Fred Luddy, Eoin O’Shea and Todd Mikles. As part of their study, Magellan also completed a survey in which 500 Rancho Santa Fe residents responded. In September 2015, Magellan recommended that the partnership model was the most appropriate for Rancho Santa Fe because it involved some buy-in and stake in the project as well as a long-term revenue source and more support for property values. After putting the broadband project out for a request for proposals in September 2015, the Association received 11 responses and narrowed it down to the final two providers. Updates on the committee’s progress were provided at monthly board meetings and the Hotwire letter of intent was approved at the board’s May 5 meeting. Residents can learn more information about Hotwire at rsfcommunications.com

not. Frankly, based on the little we know so far, how can anybody be against fiber optics? Our community needs better internet service. The Association signed a letter-of-intent to see whether it is feasible. Within months we will find out how it will work, how many homes will pay for it, how the economics look, what the risks are, and, when we know that, we will have a community vote to decide whether to go ahead. What is controversial about that? At this point, nothing. No, the only thing controversial is that we are in the middle of a board election and creating an issue that isn’t really there could be helpful to some of the candidates. That is called spin. We have enough real issues in the community. We don’t need to create any. Bill Johnson

FROM CENTER, A4 bank or the post office. Poor planning! To fix the problem would require a bond measure, but the seniors themselves voted it down to save taxes. After Feather’s talk, came another panel discussion. Jason Childers, vice president of Merrill Gardens, discussed getting seniors affordable housing and Eduardo R. Macagno, Ph.D., founding dean of the Division of Biological Sciences at UCSD, spoke about Alzheimer’s disease. Panel member Carmen Roa, a 74-year-old retired real estate agent, stole the show by laying down the law about not abandoning or neglecting seniors. “Find the time to visit and love your elders, they gave you everything they had when you were growing up,” she advised. ■ Want to know more? Visit aging.ucsd.edu ■ Up next: Actor Dick Van Dyke will discuss his book, “Keep Moving: And Other Tips and Truths About Aging,” at Age Well San Diego! a free event hosted by Aging & Independent Services and the UCSD Center for Healthy Aging, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, June 15 at Town and Country Club Resort, 500 Hotel Circle. Registration at 8 a.m. Lunch provided. Register at (858) 514-4652.

FROM PARENTS, A1 an annual school survey. At the June 2 meeting, Barbara Edwards, development director for the RSF Education Foundation, provided an update on the foundation, which has committed to providing a $1.5 million grant to the school in 2016-17. Edwards was hired to the new position in the summer before this school year. “She is the perfect fit for the job and it’s a big job,” Delaney said of Edwards. “People say over and over again to me, ‘How did we live without it?’” Edwards said this year was not only the first for the RSF Education Foundation development director but the first year of the foundation’s new organizational structure, first year of the endowment contribution and the first year for the formal nomination process for the 14-member board, which resulted in six new members. This year the RSF Education Foundation reached its commitment of granting the district $1.3 million. “We raised the highest cash in door in the education foundation history,” Edwards said. Edwards noted that due to outstanding pledge commitments they were $65,000 short of their goal and they dipped into their reserves — she said they are fortunate to have such strong reserves. “We are thrilled to report that this year we had 75 percent participation of parents,” Edwards said. Edwards also announced that the foundation’s recently-established Lindy Delaney Legacy Fund just surpassed $100,000.

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Rant with Randi BY RANDI CRAWFORD

Why am I writing about a South African Garden? COURTESY PHOTO

hen a friend recently approached me to write a story about a South African garden that was on exhibit at the Paul Ecke Jr. Flower show, I laughed. I was at the Verizon store, dealing with cell phone chaos when the text came in. The following Monday, my husband and I, along with our friends Howard and David, who sponsored the garden, went to the Fairgrounds, to go see this work of art. What was amazing to me was that two weeks ago this garden, was a mere slab of dirt. And now I’m staring at a three- dimensional representation of South African plant life. And at that moment, I felt nothing but joy and I knew why I was writing about this garden. The flower show is in the back of the fairgrounds, where people can go to sit down, eat lunch, and enjoy the work of some incredibly talented people. There must be 75 or more garden displays that range from hardscape to comprehensive landscape, including elevation, streams, and elegant plant

life. This particular garden is comprised of plants and trees that are all 100 percent native to South Africa, which is home to some of the most plant varieties in the world. And because the latitude from the equator for San Diego and South Africa are the same, the climates are the same. In order to represent South Africa accurately, they included the three climate zones: tropics in the mountains, Mediterranean in the center of the country, and desert in the West. And all of the plants in this garden were sourced here in San Diego; all being low water, and low maintenance plants, need I say more? You won’t believe the beauty until you see it for yourself. In the middle of this garden utopia is an incredibly tranquil stream, which gave it a peacefulness that knocked it out of the park. I had so many questions for the two men who brought this project to life. Dave Ericson, the genius who designed and created the garden, told me that he

Dave Ericson’s South African garden is on exhibit at the Paul Ecke Jr. Flower show at the San Diego County Fair. operates with a list of mantras. These are his top 2: Back story – A garden without a back story is like a human without a personality. And then he explained that he visited the flower show for the past few years, and with the help of friends, decided to bring his passion and expertise to this show. He believes that passion and collaboration are a huge part of creating something special and unique. But the real back story to me is that he knew he was going to do this from the time he was 10 years old and his father gave him a rose garden to tend. Within a few months, he had grown roses, and his dad suggested that he cut a few and give them to his mother. When he ran into the kitchen and gave her the roses, and saw the look of pure joy on his mother’s face, he knew that he would be doing this for the

rest of his life. Dave’s entire mission in life is to bring joy to others, and I can attest that he’s achieved that goal. Five sensing is his other secret to creating perfection. He essentially wants to “5 sense you” so that every single sense is stimulated when you experience his gardens, all done in balance. Shawn Ellison is the genius behind the stream and water feature. He is an incredible person who is equally passionate about his work. His entire process is organic from start to finish and every single decision he makes, is made with a purpose. He generally finds three rocks that work together, to juxtapose with another three so they all work in unison. He handpicks every single rock that becomes part of the stream. His goal is to make his water feature look and feel as natural as possible. As he explained, certain rocks look better together; therefore, he won’t complete a project until he feels it. There was a certain rhythm that made the whole garden feel so real. The whole garden was breathtaking. This isn’t my typical rant, but seeing this garden, and meeting the men behind the artistry was such a treat. I truly hope you get to enjoy their work at the fair, so you can touch, taste, smell, see and hear the beauty that they made possible for all of us. You can find Dave Ericson at ericsonlandscapeconsulting.com and Shawn Ellison at sdpondbuilders.com. And if you have any questions, email me at www.randiccrawford@gmail.com. Enjoy!

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FROM BOARD, A2 • Solutions for the improvement of cell phone coverage • A demonstrable impact to the value of homes and property value Coaxial cable and DSL services are inferior technologies to FTTH because fiber has 10 times the carrying capacity of most current coax and cable internet systems. RSF Association’s fiber network will provide 10 Gigabit capacity to homes whereas today coax provides only up to 1 Gigabit. Although 10 Gigabit may not be required today, it very likely will in the future. Coaxial cable does not deliver equal upload and download speeds. Unlike fiber, coaxial cable is more distance-sensitive; the longer the distance, the lower the speed. Finally, coax and DSL do not provide long-term scalability in terms of speeds and capabilities when

compared with fiber. We know the infrastructure must be 100 percent fiber optic cable underground. Contrary to what you may have heard, upgrading a coax plant to support Gigabit speeds is not as simple as “turning a light switch.” A high-quality coax plant is required to achieve true gigabit speeds, otherwise speeds will degrade significantly. Fiber has a much longer economic life than coax and a longer technology life cycle. Fiber-to-the-home networks routinely utilize 25- to 30-year depreciation schedules. Equipment upgrades on fiber to support higher speeds are substantially lower than on coax networks. A recent study conducted by the University of Colorado at Boulder determined a 3.1 percent increase in a home’s value due to the availability of fiber. No direct home value appreciation has been established with coax.

Life Tributes

Everlasting memories of loved ones

Tony Rababy

June 24, 1937 - June 3, 2016 Rancho Santa Fe — tony Rababy, 78, of Rancho Santa Fe, california, passed away June 3, 2016, with his family by his side. Born in Zahle, Lebanon, in 1937, tony was always an adventurer. he left home at 14 to work in Kuwait where he worked as a night nurse while bravely distilling araq in a Muslim controlled region. he returned to Lebanon to start a pharmaceutical distribution company, then became a self-taught airline mechanic and continued to travel the world. While working at the Beirut airport, he was the first to greet Pope John the 23rd to Lebanon. on a brief stop to visit a cousin in Parma, ohio, he immediately fell in love with adele aftoora and proposed to her on their first date. they were married six weeks later. together, they opened their first gas station and raised three boys. once established in america, he brought his siblings, Joe and antionette, over to help build them a better life. he moved his family to Rancho Santa Fe, california, in 1978 where he took over the local gas station and served in the Rotary club for many

years. as the head of the national advisory Board for Mobil oil, he met with President Ronald Regan, a memory he cherished along with his friendships with Muhammad ali and Victor Mature. a generous man until the end, “what can I do for you?” were his last clear words spoken while struggling through alzheimer’s. he is survived by his wife, adele; their sons, Michael, Mark and Brent; four grandchildren, corrin, Myah, tony and Giovanna; and three daughters in-law, Jen, andrea and Lisa. he was honored to have his only grandson named after him. Please sign the guest book online at legacy.com/ obituaries/ranchosantafer eview.

Next Steps The Association is not committed to the full $13.5 million investment until approved by a community-wide vote. We are starting our community outreach and education campaign so that our members can make an informed vote. The campaign will also enable residents to sign up, thereby “de-risking” the project before the community-wide vote is taken. To substantially de-risk the project, about 1,200 homes and businesses need to pre-subscribe. How can you help us bring this state-of-the-art technology to our community? Please go to RSFCommunications.com and express your interest in becoming part of the most connected community in the country. The Covenant of Rancho Santa Fe will be light years ahead because of your support!

FROM FATHER, A5 for the baby, it’s caring for the parents too,” he explains. Though reunification with a child’s biological family is always the goal in foster care, it’s not always possible, as the Kurtiks discovered with their first placement, an infant who spent several months with the couple. The San Diego County Department of Child Welfare, which works in partnership with Angels, realized that reunification was not an option, and the Kurtiks’ placement was adopted by another family. The Kurtiks stay in touch with the little girl and her “forever family” and enjoy frequent visits, which now include their new foster placement, a baby girl who has been with them for nearly two months. “Our family keeps growing!” Dick says. The Kurtiks’ grandniece, Lucy — Dick’s

original charge — is now 6 years old and has a 3-year-old brother Enzo, and both are crazy about the most recent addition to the family. “Lucy always wants to hold the baby, and kiss the baby,” he says. “Did I ever think something like this would happen? No. But it’s very rewarding. We just want these children to have the best chance at succeeding in life as they can.” Space may be the final frontier to some. But for Dick Kurtik it’s fatherhood. He plans to celebrate Father’s Day setting up a visit with the baby girl’s biological father, then heading to the park at the beach. “She likes the swing,” he says. “I don’t feel as though I need a special day. We try to get as much as we can from every day we’re together.” For more about Angels Foster Family Network, visit angelsfoster.org.

FROM PARKING, A3 of parking absent from this list,” Director Jerry Yahr noted. Despite the lot lease idea falling through, some of the Association’s efforts to improve parking are moving forward, such as the 42 new two-hour timed parking spaces in the village. The San Diego County Board of Supervisors will have its first hearing about the additional green curb parking spaces on June 22, followed by a second hearing for approval on July 25. Farrar said the Association continues to review installing diagonal, angled parking opposite of the Village Green, near Thyme on the Ranch. The County is also looking at making La Gracia in front of The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe a one-way street, allowing for an additional pick-up of diagonal spaces.

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Native American expert Dr. James Kemp speaks to those who participated in the trip to Julian. FROM JULIAN, A10 regarding pediatric asthma due to the increased air pollution in China. Air pollution is causing a great increase in the incidence of asthma patients. Kemp voiced an opinion about the location of Rancho Santa Fe. Living in Rancho Santa Fe

FROM SEARCH, A3 concerns about the district’s special education program. They stressed the importance of a leader who is aware, engaged and knowledgeable about students with special needs and who ensures that those students have the same access to a great education as general education students. “Special education concerns have come out of every stakeholder group,” Verdugo affirmed. A challenge of the district the parents shared is the very divided board that has “frustrated parents with their lack of cooperation”

FROM TENNIS, A3 sponsored memberships that non-resident members were handpicked by two board members rather than a broad opening. “Letting non-Covenant members into our club is a very big threshold to cross and if we’re going to do that maybe we should put that to a community-wide vote,” Licosati said. “From a board perspective sometimes we hear things from members of the tennis club that aren’t as satisfied as you are,” Director Heather Slosar said. Slosar said they hear some concerns that

is ideal as nature’s winds run through the community, and the population and traffic-controlled development has made for a healthy and restful place to live. For more information about Rancho Santa Fe Historical Society lectures and events, for membership or sponsorship. contact Sharon Alix, administrator, (858) 756-9291.

as they are split 3-2 on almost every decision. Ecker said while a split board does present a challenge, “we’re richer when we come to the table with different ideas and that’s OK as long as one idea is the same and that’s that we’re here for the children,” he said. In response to the challenge of a split board Ecker said they would look for a leader who is politically astute, has good management skills and is a good communicator and collaborator. The plan is for Leadership Associates to have candidates to recommend for the post by the end of August so the board will be in the position to name a new superintendent inSeptember.

20 percent of RSF Tennis Club members are non-Covenant residents. McClanahan said that is not true and there are only 25 sponsor members. Slosar said there are more non-residents in different membership categories. In regard to the selection of sponsored members, Chandler said they are trying to find tennis players that raise the level of tennis so members can find a good tennis game — it’s not about adding 20 “never-evers” who will not improve the level of activity of the club. McClanahan said that an e-mail went out to all members of the club asking for

recommendations on sponsored members, all had the opportunity to recommend people to come in. McClanahan reiterated that she has always encouraged an Association board member to come to meetings and has encouraged an open dialogue between the two organizations. Yahr said there was never an investigation intent to the SWOT, just an effort to improve operations. He said he hoped that improvements could be achieved by starting over with both organizations working together in a new, collaborative effort.

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SD Symphony presents ‘Partner with a Player’

he San Diego Symphony Orchestra recently held its Partner with a Player program. Participants sit on stage with a Symphony player and see what they see, feel what they feel and hear what they hear during the annual Side-by-Side Concert on Stage. This experience is followed by a catered dinner with the musician partner in the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center. Visit www.sandiegosymphony.org. Online: www.rsfreview.com.

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Yeh Shen (SDS violin, Collette Carson Royston and Dr. Ivor Royston, Nick Grant (SDS principal associate concertmaster emeritus)

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Karen and Seth Goldman (he’s SDS CFO), Jory Herman (SDS bass), Becky Ivans-Downer, Renee Savigliano

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Author shares humorous parenting experiences in ‘Man With Child’ Q&A BY ANTOINETTE KURITZ AND JARED KURITZ or most of us, becoming a parent is a leap of faith – in ourselves and in our ability to nurture and mold a new life. For some of us, the arc of that trajectory is even greater. For almost two decades Marc Kuritz was successfully engaged in the political arena. Then, in one year, he quit his job, became a dad, and began his now-flourishing rare book business. How he juggled as he made this journey is the stuff of the laugh-out-loud new book, “Man With Child.” Meet the author Saturday, June 18, at 2 p.m. at Barnes & Noble Mira Mesa – and Marc Kuritz bring Dad and Dads-to-Be a signed copy for Father’s Day. What inspired you to write Man With Child? Timing, surprise, and good advice. The good advice first. A long time ago, a writing teacher told me: “Write what you know.” That’s what many great authors have done. William Faulkner wrote tales rooted in a fictionalized version of his own Mississippi. Robert Frost wrote poems redolent with the sense of his beloved New England. I wrote about poopy diapers and raising my daughter. Trust me when I say that having my literary aspirations come out this way was a surprise. I started writing one day during my

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daughter’s pre-pre-school music class. Ms. Jennifer was leading the class in a greeting song. They sang to mommies. Then to grandmas. Then to nannies. Only then, they sang to “Daddy.” Singular. After grandmas. And nannies. That’s when it struck me that my experience might deviate from the norm and I started writing right there in a chair in the back of music class while my daughter merrily thumped away in the drum circle. Is your book primarily for stay at home dads, or more of every dad’s journey? Man With Child is a travelogue. When someone writes a travelogue about a journey to Tibet or Timbuktu, it’s not just for people in Tibet or Timbuktu. There are universal aspects to the human experience, even if the settings vary considerably. One thing I’ve learned as a parent is that none of us are quite as unique as we think – and that’s a good thing. I think parents take some comfort in hearing that other parents have wrestled with some of the same child-rearing problems. So I expect that most parents reading this book might nod their heads and laugh with me at least as much as they laugh at me. What do you see as the primary difference between the mom and dad experience? In most cases – I say most because there is a truly wonderful variety of non-traditional mommy and daddy combinations in our society today– the difference begins with the obvious. Most moms get a nine-month home-field bonding time advantage over dads out of the gate. Our child’s first and

most secure world is mommy’s body where your child hears what mommy hears, eats what mommy eats, goes where mommy goes. Your baby will first open its eyes, hiccup, kick, stretch, yawn, and even start learning its native language inside mommy. Even more than all that, studies tell us that your baby’s first feelings will be intimately connected to what mommy feels and experiences. The bottom line for my fellow dads is that there is a bond between mommy and child that we will neither emulate nor understand. We dads need to respect that.

What do you hope dads take away from MWC? I hope I’ve provided some observations, warnings, and minor revelations that may be of use to my fellow dads. At the very least, I hope my fellow dads can take some solace and laugh with me at some of the crazy, humbling stuff that being a dad requires. What do you hope moms take away from the book? Mommies often seem to stare at us daddies as if to say “What were you thinking?” Well, here is one dad’s answer. Be patient with daddies, ladies. We have our challenges, too. What did you learn from writing Man With Child? I think writing Man With Child clarified certain things for me, but most of all it reminded me to laugh. My daughter is almost 10 now, and approaching adolescence. We all know how seriously preteens and teens can take themselves, and how easily they can be insulted or hurt. I tell Dessa all the time to laugh at herself first, and laugh often; that way, nobody can ever laugh at her, only with her. Writing Man With Child reminded me first and foremost that humor is perhaps the best tool we have for reconciling all the strange, challenging, humbling stuff the world throws at us – particularly when parenting is involved. Antoinette Kuritz and Jared Kuritz are the team behind both STRATEGIES Public Relations and the La Jolla Writer’s Conference (www.lajollawritersconference.com). Marc Kuritz isthe son of Antoinette Kuritz and the brother of Jared Kuritz.

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JEAN LOWE: LOST TIME June 18-July 23, 2016

Opening Reception: Friday, June 17, 6:30-8:30 PM Through the “pages” taken from imagined ephemera auction catalogs, the work in Lost Time is a circuitous and humorous musing on the themes of aging, perception and the construction of value. www.ljathenaeum.org/ whats-coming

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New look, new menu for The Grill at Torrey Pines’ Lodge

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FROM PR REPORTS In January, Executive Chef Jeff Jackson’s popular longstanding eatery, The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines, temporarily closed to undergo a $2.5 million remodel. Upon reopening doors to the public the week of June 13, The Grill unveiled a reinvigorated patio expansion overlooking the iconic Torrey Pines Golf Course — complete with five outdoor fire pits, an overhead wooden trellis, additional seating and an outdoor lounge — alongside a revamped kitchen, which sets the stage for Chef Jackson’s highly anticipated new menu, and an expanded selection of local craft beer with 12 taps from some of San Diego’s finest craft breweries. Chef Jackson’s reimagined take on The Grill’s culinary program includes menu classics alongside newly created dishes, which marks the first menu revamp since The Grill’s inception in 2002 with the opening of the AAA Five Diamond Resort, The Lodge at Torrey Pines. Offering a more casual, laid-back atmosphere in comparison to The Lodge’s critically acclaimed, fine-dining counterpart, A.R. Valentien, Chef Jackson brings a playfulness to the menu with hints of nostalgia as he reminisces about childhood moments and favorite dishes with a mature twist, while incorporating the classic and time-honored techniques for which he is respected. The pride and joy of Chef Jackson’s enhanced culinary program is a beautiful, custom-built wood-fired grill located for all to see on the restaurant’s remodeled outdoor patio. Designed by San Diego-based grill expert,

Phil Roxworthy, this four-in-one statement piece stands 6-feet tall surrounded by natural boulders and incorporates a guest facing fireplace opposite a massive six-foot grill, two rotisseries and a six foot oven, creating endless options for the culinary team. Alongside Chef de Cuisine Kyle Wiegand, Chef Jackson incorporates a variety of global influences which make up California’s culinary heritage, but it’s his homage to the Santa Maria-style wood burning grill, oven, and rotisserie that will set a distinct tone and serve as the foundation for the menu with an abundance of slow-cooked proteins and farm-fresh ingredients sourced from some of the region’s most notable organic farms. Standout menu items include: Chef Jackson’s reinterpretation of the Monte Cristo with wood roasted turkey, Applewood ham, and gouda on raisin brioche served with strawberry green pepper jam; A pressed Salmon sandwich with tomato, Bermuda onion, Nicoise olive, lettuce, boiled egg, radish, and red wine vinaigrette on French bread; and The Grill’s famous trademark Drugstore Burger served with mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles and French fries. ■ The Lodge at Torrey Pines is at 11480 North Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla. (858) 453-4420. lodgetorreypines.com — The Business Spotlight features commercial enterprises that support the Rancho Santa Fe Review.

Hats, Heels & Hooves Opening Day Party The thrill and excitement of Opening Day at Del Mar continues at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe with a spectacular party co-hosted by RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE oﬀering guests all the pomp and circumstance associated with Del Mar’s favorite day. FRIDAY, JULY 15, 2016. DOORS OPEN AT 5:00PM Pre-Sale Tickets: $150 | General Admission June 15 - July 14: $175 | General Admission at the door: $200 Includes buﬀet dinner from 6-8pm, welcome cocktail and party access. Call 858.756.1131 or visit hatsheelsandhooves.com for admission and to reserve a private VIP space. A portion of event proceeds will benefit the Permanent Disabled Jockey Fund which provides financial assistance to some 60 former jockeys who have suffered catastrophic on-track injuries.

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Fusion Academy features one-on-one instruction BY CHRIS SAUR Most middle and high school-aged students, as well as their parents and teachers, know the struggle of class sizes that are just too large for them to get enough individual attention. Not at Fusion Academy. The accredited private middle and high school (grades 6-12) — which has locations around the U.S but still maintains its flagship campus in Solana Beach at 512 Via De La Valle — has a take on class sizes that is, quite literally, unique. “We teach all of our courses one-to-one,” explained Alexis Archambault, the enthusiastic and personable head of school for Fusion Academy’s Solana Beach campus. “We have a heavy focus on mentoring and the teacher-student relationship. Not only are the teachers there to teach the content and the curriculum, but they are there to mentor the students and be a support for them.” What started in 1989 as a learning center out of founder Michelle Rose Gilman’s house in Cardiff, has now expanded to five other states — New

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Classes range from art classes that allow the teacher to tailor instruction to a student’s particular talents, to a music room with a working recording studio, to a visual arts class where students can learn graphic design and video game design, to yoga and, starting next year, karate.

York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Texas and Virginia — as well as Washington D.C. There are 15 California campuses in the San Diego, Los Angeles and Bay areas. All of them are founded on the principles that Rose Gilman discovered while working with kids in her garage. “She was curious about the disconnect between understanding

the information in a one-to-one setting (like tutoring) and then not being able to show that mastery in a classroom, and to her it really came down to the relationships,” Archambault said. But its one-to-one classroom setting isn’t the only aspect of the Fusion experience that stands out. Students can get the individualized instruction in a variety of ways that often appeal

directly to kids that have trouble staying engaged in traditional classes. Available classes range from one-to-one art classes that allow the teacher to tailor instruction to a student’s particular talents, to a music room with a working recording studio where students can play guitar, drums, bass and learn the mixing equipment, to a visual arts class where students can learn graphic design and video game design (and several students have created their own apps which are available on iTunes), to yoga and, starting next year, karate. Additional experiences for Fusion’s full-time, high school-age students come from the required Wellness Courses. This includes a class called Healthy Habits, where the high-schoolers learn problem-solving skills, coping skills and work on building relationships and achieving physical, mental and emotional balance. Along with the usual Spanish and French, students can learn Japanese and American Sign Language. The majority of Fusion’s courses are

UC-approved and transfer to college applications, and the academy has a counselor who helps with college admissions or the transition to whatever the students’ next phase of life entails. Almost every hour-long class is followed by an hour of what the school calls Homework Café, an innovative concept that fills two important roles: socializing and finishing school work before getting home. For the students who need therapeutic help, Fusion’s staff includes a marriage and family therapist and one that deals with substance prevention. Archambault adds that tuition varies greatly because students pay by the class each semester, but for full-time students, the cost is comparable to the private middle and high schools in the area. Learn more by visiting the website: fusionacademy.com Business spotlights are developed through the advertising department in support of Rancho Santa Fe Review advertisers.

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Jackson Design & Remodeling launches Home Expressions by JDR FROM PR REPORTS Home Expressions by Jackson Design and Remodeling is the latest innovation from Todd Jackson, President and CEO of Jackson Design and Remodeling (JDR), who has built his business as an industry game changer since 1989. Jackson Design and Remodeling is a design build remodeling company with a unified team of architects, designers and construction professionals that focuses on whole home remodeling, additions, outdoor living spaces, and other high concept designs for the home. Jackson decided to launch Home Expressions after several years of hearing from San Diegans who wanted to work with JDR but had a project different from the company’s high concept structural and architectural focus. Home Expressions specializes in remodeling projects with no structural changes or architecture needed. With the 9,000 square foot Home Expressions Selection Center now right next door to the Jackson Design and Remodeling headquarters, the two companies can handle almost any remodeling project for a client, no matter the size and type. At the Home Expressions Selection Center, visitors can easily see, touch, and experience hundreds of choices in cabinetry, countertops, flooring, windows, doors, mirrors, lighting,

fixtures, plumbing, accessories, finishes, interior and exterior stone, solar options and much more. Professional designers are on-site to offer expertise, ideas and guidance. The number of choices the Selection Center offers is unusually expansive, with vignettes, displays, display boards, and more, all designed in an environment that feels easy to understand, welcoming, and stimulating. Home Expressions by Jackson Design and Remodeling celebrates its launch with an Open House on Saturday, June 18 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Home Expressions Selection Center in Kearny Mesa. Jeff Lewis, star of Bravo TV’s hit reality show “Flipping Out,” will be on hand to meet fans from 1-3 p.m. Guests will also enjoy a special performance by legendary jazz musician Gilbert Castellanos along with food and a champagne toast. The event is open to the public, but guests are required to RSVP on the Home Expressions website or by calling (858) 384-4196. To learn more about Home Expressions by Jackson Design and Remodeling, 8135 Ronson Road, San Diego, and to RSVP for the June 18 open house, visit homeexpressionsbyjdr.com — The Business Spotlight features commercial enterprises that support this newspaper.

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EVENT BRIEFS Free Summer Writing San Diego Botanic Workshop for students Garden’s Fairy Festival is June 18 Torrey Pines High School Senior Maya Kota will conduct specialized essay-writing workshops for 5th-9th grade students this summer at four different San Diego County library locations. Maya is an editor on the TPHS newspaper, The Falconer. Learn how to write news and sports articles, poetry/fiction, and personal statement essays for applications and resume-building. Email writingworkshops2016@gmail.com to enroll or contact the Youth Librarian to sign up. Solana Beach Branch San Diego County Library: Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m., June 21– July 26 Cardiff Branch San Diego County Library: Thursdays 3-4:30 p.m., June 23 – July 28 Encinitas Branch San Diego County Library: Saturdays 2-3:30 p.m., July 9 – Aug. 6 Delmar Branch San Diego County Library: Sundays 2-3:30 p.m., July 10 – Aug. 14

Calling all Fairy Prince and Princesses! Children (and parents) are invited to celebrate summer at the annual Fairy Festival at the Hamilton Children’s Garden at San Diego Botanic Gardens in Encinitas on Saturday, June 18 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The Fairy Festival features fairy and garden themed crafts, where children can make anything from their own flower fairy doll to treasure chests; face painting; a fairy land to be explored; and an official fairy queen ready to have their picture taken with visitors to our magical garden. In addition to the crafting and shopping in the Fairyland Market, there will be great entertainment including Interactive Native Music with Marin Espinosa from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. and kid-friendly free-range folk music with San Diego favorites Hullabaloo

from 1 – 2 p.m. Food provided by Leucadia Pizza and Rita’s Italian Ice in Encinitas. For more information, visit www.sdbgarden.org

International Beer Festival to be held June 19 The 10th Annual San Diego International Beer Festival, at the 2016 San Diego County Fair, presented by Albertsons|Vons, has become one of the top beer festivals and competitions in the United States. From Friday, June 17 through Sunday June 19, beer lovers will have their chance to taste hundreds of varieties of ale, cider, porter, stout, and mead beers in five tasting sessions featuring more than 200 breweries from around the world. Tickets and more information: http://sandiegobeerfestival.com and at the Del Mar Fairgrounds Box Office.

The Toast of the Coast Wine Festival is June 11 at SD Fair The 6th Annual Toast of the Coast Wine Festival, at the San Diego County Fair, presented by Albertsons/Vons, will feature and pour award-winning wines, which are among the finest in the world. On Saturday, June 11 (noon-3 p.m. and 4 p.m.-7 p.m.), nearly 60 wineries will be pouring the best-of-the-best wines from The Toast of the Coast Wine Competition, including 100 Award winners, 29 Double Gold winners, 53 Gold and 18 Silver medal winners. These spectacular wines will be served in as many 1 oz. pours as you wish to try during each three-hour session. Wineries from Eureka to Baja’s Guadalupe Valley will be represented. The Paul Ecke Jr. Flower & Garden Show, presented by Think Blue, plays host to the

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‘A Night in Old Havana’ Gala benefits Father Joe’s Villages

ather Joe’s Villages took guests on a trip to Cuba for its 2016 Children’s Charity Gala: “A Night in Old Havana” presented by Witt Lincoln. The event, which was held May 21 at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe, raised money for Father Joe’s Villages’ youth support programs, including therapeutic childcare services for children ages zero to 12 and Toussaint Academy for homeless teens and at-risk youth. For more information, visit http://my.neighbor.org. Online: www.rsfreview.com. See page B9 for more photos.

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Village Church Preschool students visit fire station

he preschoolers from the Village Church Preschool took a field trip to the Carlsbad Fire Station no. 5 on Wednesday, May 11. Firefighter Todd guided children, parents, and teachers through the station; showed them the trucks; and shared some details about being a real firefighter. Courtesy photos

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Art Alive 2016 Premiere Dinner

he Art Alive 2016 Premiere Dinner was held April 28 The intimate black-tie dinner, exclusively for the Honorary Committee Premiere Patrons, was held this year in the San Diego Museum of Art’s special exhibition galleries. The main Art Alive social event, the “Bloom Bash,” was held April 29. The San Diego Museum of Art’s signature fundraiser, Art Alive, provides critical financial support for exhibitions, public programs, education, and community outreach. Visit www.sdmart.org.

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Rob and Lynne Hayes (he’s SDMA board president), Pan Gongkai and Li Guoyi (he’s Brush and Ink exhibition curator), Ben Lucero (rotunda designer) and Louis Roybal

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‘Tea & Tonic’ event benefits Center for Community Solutions

enter for Community Solutions, a non-profit agency that offers a complete range of sexual assault, stalking, and domestic violence prevention and intervention services, held its annual “Tea & Tonic” event May 26 at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar. AnnaLynne McCord served as the celebrity keynote speaker. McCord is an actor, writer, director and is known for her roles in the FX TV series Nip/Tuck, and CW TV Series 90210 where she was nominated for a Teen Choice Award and received the Hollywood Life Young Hollywood Superstar of Tomorrow in 2009. Visit www.ccssd.org. Online: www.rsfreview.com

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Concerts at the Cove

Concerts at the Cove will bring local musicians to Solana Beach’s Fletcher Cove Park stage in performances designed for audiences of all ages. The concert series emphasizes family recreation and cultural experiences in a relaxed outdoor setting by the beach, and provides an opportunity for families and friends to enjoy a variety of musical styles at sunset. Concerts will be held every Thursday night throughout the summer from June 23 to Aug. 25, from 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. public is encouraged to bring low-back beach chairs, ground cover and picnics This event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit the City’s website at www.cityofsolanabeach.org or call 858-720-2453.

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Advances in melanoma treatment more than skin deep

s summer approaches, it’s a smart time to learn about the significant advances being made against the deadliest form of the disease – melanoma. The American Cancer Society estimates that in the United States this year, approximately 76,380 new melanomas will be diagnosed and about 10,130 people will die from the disease. Incidence of new melanoma cases has risen steadily in the U.S. in recent decades, yet the Dr. Hubert 10-year survival rate has remained relatively stable. Greenway This is due in part to better participation in screenings, which helps doctors catch and treat melanoma early, when cure rates are strongest. However, when melanoma “metastasizes,” or spreads to other parts of the body, survival rates have historically dropped off significantly. But the landscape of melanoma treatment has begun a fundamental shift. A variety of novel drugs and technologies have led to tremendous gains in the quality of care available for melanoma patients, particularly those with advanced stages of the disease. “We’ve come a tremendous way in the last few years in the ways we diagnose and treat melanoma patients,” said North County resident Hubert Greenway, M.D., chairman of

Mohs/Dermatologic Surgery at Scripps Clinic. Here’s a look at some of the key advances that are driving progress in melanoma therapy. Immunotherapy Immunotherapy is a relatively young field that has shown tremendous promise in treating patients with metastatic melanoma. It involves the use of specialized medicines to stimulate a patient’s own immune system to work harder or smarter to attack cancer cells. They are typically well tolerated with fewer side effects than conventional chemotherapies – but more importantly, many tumor responses have been long-lasting, extending patient survival by years, instead of months. Since 2011, four new immunotherapies have been approved to treat melanoma, sometimes used in combination with one another, or with advanced radiation. Former President Jimmy Carter made headlines earlier this year when he announced he was cancer-free after his metastatic melanoma was treated with an immunotherapy drug called “pembrolizumab,” along with stereotactic radiosurgery, a noninvasive and highly precise radiation delivery method that uses fewer, high-dose treatments. Several other immunotherapies are currently in clinical development. Genetic profiling Melanoma tumors are typically

classified as thin, medium or thick. Surgical removal is usually sufficient for thin tumors, but patients with medium tumors may have surgery and a sentinel lymph node biopsy, which is a test to see if the cancer has begun to spread. But recently, an added layer of sophistication – genetic profiling – has been added to the equation. Doctors have identified some of the genetic mutations that drive cancer growth, and they can now conduct genetic profiling tests of a patient’s tumor to see if it contains any of the mutations linked to a higher risk of disease spread. This offers another important tool to help in the decision-making process about whether to pursue further treatment. Targeted therapies Genetic profiling of a patient’s tumor can also help guide which specific therapy should be used. Doctors have begun to develop drugs that are tailored to precisely target the mutations that drive cancer growth. When they work, such matches can have a dramatic effect on tumors. This approach to treatment – known as targeted therapy, or precision medicine – doesn’t usually lead to an outright cure, but rather helps doctors manage cancer like a chronic disease. Targeted therapies differ from standard chemotherapies in that they act on specific molecular targets that are associated with cancer, whereas most standard chemotherapies act on all

rapidly dividing normal and cancerous cells. Targeted therapies may work when chemotherapy doesn’t, and may have less severe side effects. Surgical precision Surgical melanoma excision with the additional utilization of sentinel node evaluation for medium and thick tumors is standard. Mohs micrographic surgery, a specialized surgical technique, is used as an alternative to standard excision in certain melanoma cases, such as facial lesions. Mohs surgery involves the surgical removal of one thin layer of tissue at a time, and as each layer is removed, its margins are studied under a microscope for the presence of cancer cells. This microscope-based technique is especially well suited for tumors located in highly sensitive areas. In one case at Scripps Clinic, a patient presented with a non-melanoma skin cancer tumor on his chest, located directly over his pacemaker. Only a few millimeters of fat separated the tumor from the pacemaker. The Mohs surgical technique allowed for the tumor to be removed, while preserving as much of the surrounding area as possible and not interfering with the function of pacemaker or causing any related complications.

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cost, style, and quality when selecting surface materials for flooring, countertops, and walls. Appointing architectural details, such as moldings, staircases, railings, builtin bookcases, and entertainment centers are details integral to the structure, while fixtures, cabinetry, appliances, and hardware are part of the furniture that will influence your overall budget and stylistic outcome of your home. Cost, style, and quality are three of the many factors that come into play when shopping for materials for your home building project. Therefore, it is best to plan carefully for this in your initial budget, as there are broad differences in prices for these materials. Our strategy at GDC is to appoint the entire project prior to breaking ground. Creating allowances in this design stage is critical to maintaining your budget and will provide for a cohesive design and smooth schedule. Whether your project is a traditional or contemporary style home, the material

choices that contribute to the overall style of your home are endless. So let’s start from the ground up and pose the question. How does you choose a floor surface? When shopping for flooring of any kind, you can visit showrooms to view completed floor sections and take samples home for review. This is true of wood, stone, tile, and laminate flooring, which all come in different surface finishes, colors, species, and price points. Characteristics vary dramatically with flooring, but durability, scale, and pattern are key factors to consider when appointing this material throughout the home. Today many homeowners are electing to put wood in the kitchen areas, as a continuum of the living room; however, tile and stone surfaces are more commonly used for their durability. Depending on your preference, tile and stone materials come in multiple sizes, finishes, and colors. There are many options to choose from, and these materials are often tied into wall and countertop selections in the bath and kitchen

areas. A primary design consideration when selecting a floor, no matter what material you choose, is the pattern. Wood planks come in sizes from 2 – 8” wide by 4’ – 10’ in length. Engineered wood, which is a 1/8” veneered wood species adhered to a board, comes in board lengths and can also be selected in a variety of patterns, such as herringbone, parquet, Versailles, and other decorative designs. Tile and stone flooring are typically found in a square format, although oblong, rectangular, and decorative shapes are also available. Here the application, size, and configuration of the room play an import role in the selection process. Scale is also an important characteristic to consider when selecting materials for your floor. Depending on the room, flooring should be considered as the base of your interior design, and the proper scale of decorative pattern, size, and shape are critical.

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Spirit of Liberty Foundation hosts reception for former Cuban Ambassador

pirit of Liberty Foundation founder Richard Rovsek and Jeri Rovsek hosted a cocktail reception May 22 at their Del Mar home for Carlos Alzugaray Treto, former Cuban Ambassador to the European Union and currently Professor at the University of Havana. The Spirit of Liberty Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that was originally formed to raise funds and to assist in the restoration and

maintenance of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. After the restoration was completed, and as a result of 9/11, the Foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission was changed to honor and support American heroes in the Armed Forces past, present, and future with an emphasis on Wounded in Combat, Fallen Heroes, and their families. For more information, visit spiritoflibertyfoundation.com. Online: www.rsfreview.com. PHOTOS BY VINCENT ANDRUNAS

Peter Checketts, Susan Winbigler, Barbie and Dan Spinazzola

Ambassador Carlos Alzugaray Treto, Jeri and Richard Rovsek (hosts)

Dr. Steve and Lynne Wheeler, Kimberly Hunt and Billy Ray Smith

Gary and Maggie Bobileff, Juan Hidalgo

Dr. Leonard and Betty Kornreich, Megan Pogue, Vic Salazar

Roy and Diane Bell, Bob Salt, Micki Olin and Dr. Reid Abrams

Mary Beth Kellee, Laura Miller, Marjorie Huntington, Kimberly Harbert

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Davidson Builders of Del Mar has been selected by Newport Pacific to build the Palma de la Reina luxury rental community now under construction (foreground).

Newport Pacific Selects Davidson Builders to Build New Luxury Rental Apartments in Rancho Santa Fe Newport Pacific, Inc. has selected Davidson Builders as the general contractor for 54 luxury rental suites at Palma de la Reina, a mixed use complex in Rancho Santa Fe located at the entrance to Whispering Palms off Via de la Valle. “We are excited to choose Bill Davidson and his team to build out the residential component of Palma de la Reina,” said Richard Cavanaugh, president and CEO of Newport Pacific, Inc., owner and developer of the project. “Bill’s involvement at Whispering Palms spans back to the 1980s, when he built an enclave of luxury town homes at Alcala, a project that was selected in 1986 as the best in San Diego by the Building Industry Association.” Luxury suites at Palma de la Reina range from approximately 1,000 to 1,100 square feet and offer two bedrooms and two baths plus covered parking. Architecture by Jon Ebert — the original designer of

Whispering Palms — features an Italian Renaissance styling with a light art deco color palette, similar to the adjoining retail and office buildings. A common area features a pool, spa and poolhouse. “I consider these more than apartments, these are homes,” said Cavanaugh. “Our priority was to open up the interiors and maximize natural light through creative placement of windows, glass block and skylights. Variation in landscaping, color and exterior details has helped us achieve a heightened sense of privacy and individuality throughout the complex. Water conserving landscaping by David Reed Landscape Architects includes many of the signature palms so familiar in Whispering Palms and the surrounding community. “The plantings here at Palma de la Reina are layered, textured and bursting with perennial

color,” said Reed. “Larger king and date palms line the perimeter of the complex and are tied in to the smaller palms between the buildings and along the walkways.” Located at 5525 Cancha de Golf, luxury apartments at Palma de la Reina are slated for completion by the end of November. For more information, contact the Newport Pacific rental office at 858-756-3771 or visit www.palmadelareina.com The new rental community adjoins Palma de la Reina’s 31,410-square-foot commercial complex. The retail building is nearing completion and will feature local merchants including GYROTONIC Rancho Santa Fe, Salon Draven, Whispering Palms Cleaners, and My Brighter Side, a store that offers products for female cancer patients. The commercial office complex is also on schedule for a summer opening.

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SANDI CHENOWETH

760-310-9080 www.sandichenoweth.com sandicheno@aol.com

$665,000 2BD / 2.5BA

CARMEL VALLEY 3666 Fallon Cir. Suzanna Gavranian, Coldwell Banker

$977,000 4BD / 3BA

4849 Almondwood Way Debbi Levis, Coldwell Banker

$1,179,000 4BD / 3BA

13122 Sunstone Pt Charles & Farryl Moore, Coldwell Banker

Sat & Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-395-7525

$1,479,000 4BD / 4.5BA

5233 Seagrove Pl Charles & Farryl Moore, Coldwell Banker

Sat & Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-395-7525

$1,499,000 5BD / 5.5BA

4451 Philbrook Sq Charles & Farryl Moore, Coldwell Banker

Sat & Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-395-7525

$1,595,000 5BD / 3.5BA

10634 Hunters Glen Rosie Gross, Coldwell Banker

Sat & Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-775-7355

$1,650,000 4BD / 4.5BA

5111 Seagrove Cove Colleen Roth, Coldwell Banker

Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-357-6567

$2,499,000 4BD / 4.5BA

13466 Landfair Rd Charles & Farryl Moore, Coldwell Banker

Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-395-7525

$3,995,000 6BD / 8BA

Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 619-708-4756

$1,995,000 4BD / 3.5BA

6910 The Preserve Way Jana Greene, Paciﬁc Sotheby’s International Realty DEL MAR 14074 Mercado Drive Jennifer Anderson, Willis Allen Real Estate

$2,499,000 4BD / 3.5BA

444 Pine Needles Drive Sat & Sun 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Jennifer Anderson, Willis Allen Real Estate/Host: Nancy Anderson 858-524-3077

$2,792,000 5BD / 4BA

132 Ocean View Avenue Jennifer Anderson, Willis Allen Real Estate, Host: Angela Meakins

Sun 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. 858-524-3077

$3,995,000 4BD / 3.5BA

209 Torrey Pines Terrace Jean Logan, Berkshire Hathaway ENCINITAS 410 Hickoryhill Debbi Levis, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-442-0499

$1,365,000 5BD / 4BA $1,650,000 4BD / 3BA

Sat & Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-342-7200 Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-442-6066

Sat 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. 858-524-3077

Sat & Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-442-6066

$999,900 - $1,049,900 4BD / 4.5BA

3323 Dove Hollow Road – Olivenhain Danielle Short, Coldwell Banker RANCHO SANTA FE 16941 Simple Melody – The Crosby Danielle Short, Coldwell Banker

Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 619-708-1500

$1,359,000 4BD / 3BA

14326 Calle Andalucia Suzanna Gavranian, Coldwell Banker

Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-342-7200

$1,500,000 6BD / 7BA

7819 Vista Lazanja Eileen Anderson, Willis Allen

Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858.245.9851

$1,935,000 5BD / 6BA

17466 Luna De Miel Connie Sundstrom, Paciﬁc Sotheby’s International Realty

$1,935,000 5BD / 6BA

17466 Luna De Miel Sat 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Connie Sundstrom, Paciﬁc Sotheby’s International Realty/Host: Alex C. 858-334-8114

$2,495,000 4BD / 4.5BA

8224 Caminito Santaluz West – Santaluz Gloria Shepard & Kathy Lysaught, Coldwell Banker RSF

$2,750,000 3BD / 3BA

6101 Camino Selva Susan Glass, Coldwell Banker

$2,795,000 - $2,950,000 4BD / 4.5BA

7527 Plein Aire – Santaluz Gloria Shepard & Kathy Lysaught, Coldwell Banker

$2,890,000 5BD / 7BA

7918 Camino De Arriba Sat 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Robert Hamzey, Weichert Realtors Distinctive Prop/Host: Carmen Velasco 760-685-7466

$2,899,000 - $3,199,000 5BD / 6.5BA

7986 Doug Hill – Santaluz Gloria Shepard & Kathy Lysaught, Coldwell Banker RSF

Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 619-417-5564

$3,449,000 5BD / 6.5BA

8363 Sendero de Alba San Diego – Santaluz Michael Rafferty, BHHSCAL

Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 949-374-3362

$5,495,000 5BD / 6BA

6655 Primero Izquierdo Randy & Jo-an Upjohn, Paciﬁc Sotheby’s International Realty

$2,998,000 3BD / 5.5BA

14451 Bellvista Becky Campbell, Paciﬁc Sotheby’s International Realty

Sat & Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 619-708-1500

Sun 12 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 858-334-8114

Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 619-417-5564 Sun 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-245-3434 Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 619-417-5564

Sun 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. 858-354-1736 Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-449-2027

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