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Annual 5K Fun Run will start off the new year

Want to kick off the new year on a healthy and helpful note? The Fountain Valley Community Foundation will hold its annual 5K Fun Run on Saturday, Feb. 1 at the Fountain Valley Sports Park. Once again, Nathan Sports is the name sponsor for the fun run, which will feature both a 1-mile kids run and a competitive 5K with a course that will take runners through the Sports Park and through Mile Square Regional Park. The popular run attracts local residents, families, community groups, police officers, firefighters and even costumed dogs. Cost to compete is $15 for ages 6-12 and $25 for ages 13-99. Children under 6 are free. As in years past, more than 85 percent of the proceeds raised at this event will be donated back to local nonprofit organizations. Over the years this event has helped raise more than $50,000 for local groups. To learn more about registration, go to www.fvcommunityfoundation.org. For event sponsorship information, email Annette.Schwerin@Fountain Valley.org. PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR RETIRES p. 10 // MAGAZINE DAY p. 8 BACK YARD MAKEOVER p. 22 // FVPD CHANGING OF THE GUARD p. 4 & 6

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Fountain Valley Police Chief Kevin Childe addresses the audience during his retirement ceremony on Dec. 19 at City Hall. During his 2½ years as chief, he has focused on rebuilding the department and adding as many as 20 quality officers.

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hen he’s not making sure Fountain Valley is safe, Police Chief Kevin Childe will tell you he spends a lot of time attending youth soccer games, soccer camps, soccer tournaments, soccer fundraisers and soccer team parties. Madison Grogan, top, is a descendant of The crew city’smember first homegrown Mayflower John Alden,police depicted a vintage postcardhis withretirement his chief, in Childe announced wife Priscilla Mullins. Alden was the in December. His last day was Dec. 27. ship’s “cooper,” responsible for making wood barrels aboard the Mayflower.

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Childe, 55, said he is retiring to spend more time with his family. Childe grew up in Fountain Valley, but he lives in South County where he and his wife Gretchen are raising their sons, Jeremy and Owen. “We will greatly miss Chief Childe and his unrelenting enthusiasm to make our police department and our community a better place to work and live, but know his family will enjoy seeing a lot more of him,” City Manager Rob Houston said. The city’s new police chief, Matt Sheppard added: “I am honored to have served alongside Chief Childe for the last two decades. Chief Childe was dedicated to the people and drove the

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organization from good to great. His legacy is the people and commitment to always focusing on the fundamentals. The Fountain Valley Police Department thanks Chief Childe for his 30 years of selfless leadership.” Childe’s path to the top spot in the FVPD began when he was 17 years old. After graduating from Los Amigos High School, he joined the Marines. He served for six years, and for part of that time was stationed at the U.S. Embassy in Moscow. After he completed his service, he also worked security jobs in the Middle East. He then returned to Orange County and attended Golden West College. He was hired by Fountain Valley Police Department while attending the www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

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Golden West College Police Academy and started his career as a police officer in 1990. Among his assignments in Fountain Valley, Childe has worked patrol, K-9 and SWAT. He was promoted to the rank of sergeant in 1999 and worked as a patrol field supervisor, detective supervisor and oversaw the department’s Field Training Program. Upon promotion to lieutenant in 2002 he returned to the patrol division and worked as a watch commander. In 2004, he was promoted to captain and assumed command of the patrol division and was responsible for frontline police services. He was named chief in June 2017, replacing Dan Llorens, who retired and then accepted a position with the Los Angeles World Airports as assistant

police chief. Childe is actively involved in the California Police Officers Association, which provides leadership training to police officers throughout the state. He has been an adjunct instructor at Golden West College for more than a decade and has taught, trained, or mentored police officers throughout Orange and Los Angeles counties. He is also passionate about and has managed the Returning Combat Veterans Scholarship Program, which provides scholarships for veterans entering the police profession. Well known around town for sitting down with residents, city officials and his own police officers over a cup of coffee at the Starbucks near Costco, Childe noted, “It’s time to have coffee with my wife.”

Be prepared: Free sandbags available

Sandbags are available at two locations in the city. Sandbag stations are at the City Yard, 17300 Mt. Hermann St., and at the Fountain Valley Sports Park, 16400 Brookhurst St. The Sports Park station is located behind the tennis courts next to David L. Baker Golf Course. Sand and sandbags are available at the sites. Residents should bring a shovel. Filling sandbags is a two-person job. One should hold the bag open while the other fills the bag. It is recommended that bags be filled half way. Residents are asked to take only what they need and be respectful of their neighbors. More info: fountainvalley.org

Pageant scenes: The 2019 Miss Fountain Valley Scholarship Pageant featured eight contestants who competed in the categories of eveningwear, fitness, talent and on-stage questions. New to this year's pageant was the Princess program, which included some of the cutest little girls in Fountain Valley. Each young princess received a sash and tiara, and participated in several events this fall.

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Meet newly appointed Police Chief Matt Sheppard, who, like his predecessor, grew up in Fountain Valley. Photos by LYNN SEEDEN / Seeden Photography

CAREER GUIDANCE: Matt Sheppard shows a handwritten note given to him a while back by now-retired Chief Kevin Childe. Sheppard has kept that note as an inspiration in his leadership.

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ountain Valley Police Capt. Matt Sheppard has been named the city’s new chief of police, replacing Chief Kevin Childe who announced his retirement in December. “Thanks to Chief Childe and our FVPD team, our Police Department is in a really good place, morale is good, we have a lot of energy in their building, and they are doing good work,” said City Manager Rob Houston in a press release. “Keeping this momentum is important, and would be best achieved by doing an internal promotion to keep the culture and knowledge consistent.” 6

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Sheppard is a senior captain who has been with the FVPD for almost 20 years. “In speaking to Chief Childe he strongly MATT SHEPPARD Police Chief, City of Fountain Valley recommended Matt as a great leader and team player that would make a great chief,” Houston said. Sheppard grew up in Fountain Valley. After graduating Fountain Valley High School, he was a self-employed contractor for 12 years. In 2000, after graduating from the police academy, he was hired by the Fountain Valley Police Department. He has worked a variety

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of assignments, including patrol, field training officer, motorcycle officer and a crisis negotiator on West County SWAT. In 2003, Sheppard was promoted to senior officer, and in 2007 he was promoted to sergeant and worked as a supervisor in patrol, personnel/training and the detective bureau. He also oversaw the FVPD’s field training and chaplain programs. In 2012, he was promoted to lieutenant and returned to the patrol division as the watch commander. He later transferred to support services and oversaw the detective bureau. In 2017, he was promoted to captain and served as the patrol division commander responsible for frontline police services. Houston said he spoke to all city department heads and “they unanimously felt Matt would do a great job and they all have had great interactions with Matt over the years.” Sheppard was the recipient of the Medal of Merit in 2003 and the Medal for Lifesaving in 2010. He has a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and is a course coordinator for the Golden West College Regional Criminal Justice Training Center Leadership Development Program. He also serves on the Board of Directors for the California Police Officers’ Association. Sheppard has been married for 28 years and has three children. When not busy spending time with his family, he enjoys paddle boarding. “As the new chief of police, I am humbled from the support of the community, my family, and the people who work and volunteer for our great organization,” Sheppard said. “I am especially grateful to the city manager and City Council who have given me the highest honor of leading our incredible police department.” Sheppard added: “I look forward to the future that lies ahead where we focus on building trust and providing the highest level of service for the community. “ His first day as chief was Dec. 28. www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

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Retiring Public Works Director Mark Lewis has left his mark on the city

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Mark Lewis, who retired from the city after 34 years with the Public Works Department, stands by the Lewis Avenue street sign that was named after him in the Mariposa development behind Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center. The developer of the neighborhood named several streets after city officials, including Lewis, city Water Superintendent John Hampton (Hampton Court), Public Works Director Wayne Osborn (Osborn Court), and former Assistant City Manager Don Heinbuch (Bird Court)—Heinbuch’s nickname was Bird.

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ark Lewis has been a fixture at City Hall for the past 34 years. From the moment you wake up, your life is touched by the city’s Public Works Department under Lewis’ leadership. You go to the bathroom, brush your teeth, take a shower, make coffee and breakfast, walk the dog, get in your car, drive down your street, wait at a signal, admire the landscape medians and pay attention to that speed limit sign. “Public works touched your life more than a dozen times just as your day began,” Lewis said. Lewis, 56, officially retired in December, and on Dec. 17, the City Council and leaders of a half dozen municipal agencies recognized him with proclamations and words of thanks and high praise. “Fountain Valley is a whole-service city, it’s family oriented and I enjoyed working with the community,” Lewis 10

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said.” It’s rewarding to see the things I was part of implementing and how it affects people’s lives for the better.” Lewis’ accomplishments: Where do you start? There’s the $20 million Sports Park expansion, the creation of the Newhope Extension, well-funded-for and developed utilities, including water wells, the city’s sewer system network, storm water pump station rehabilitation and an annual playground upgrade program (kids in the city really appreciate that one). And then there’s the current I-405 Improvement Project. Lewis negotiated with the Orange County Transportation Authority for funding for pavement restoration of city streets, land acquisitions, wider bridges with sidewalks, bike lanes and lighting, and traffic signal improvements. Lewis comes from a family of engineers. His dad, Ray Lewis ,worked for the Orange County Sanitation District in the ‘60s and ‘70s, and his grandfather, William Krelle, teamed with his

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dad to form Krelle & Lewis consulting engineers. Lewis recalled that his father and grandfather tried to recruit Wayne Osborn who worked for the county Flood Control District, but Osborn instead was hired as Fountain Valley’s public works director. When Ray Lewis returned to the Orange County Sanitation District as chief engineer, he worked closely with Osborn. When Lewis was a senior at Long Beach State University, he had an interview with Osborn, which led to an internship and a 34-year public works career. Just this year, the American Public Works Association named Lewis the top 2019 leader in the public sector. Lewis and his wife, Melanie, have a son Brandon, 25, and daughter, Alexandra, 21. What’s next? “Enjoying family and friends and travel—but I’ll still stay connected to the public works profession,” Lewis said. “Fountain Valley will always be a part of me,” Lewis added. “Blood, sweat, tears, struggle, laughter, fun, the triumph— I poured my heart into it.” www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

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Maaikee Pronda was crowned Miss Fountain Valley 2020 Dec. 1 at the Miss Fountain Valley Scholarship Competition. Pronda, a 23-year-old University of California, Irvine biomedical engineering graduate, performed “Journey to the Past” from the animated movie, “Anastasia.” Her platform was: “Plant the Seed: Empowering Young Women Through STEM.” Nine young women competed for the title and $10,000 in scholarship money. This year’s competition was held for the first time at the Golden West College Mainstage Theater. Pronda was sponsored by the Huntington Beach Auto Dealers Association. Helen Reynolds, a student at Irvine Valley College, was first runner-up. Her platform was “Early Awareness of Childhood Hearing Loss.” She was sponsored by the Fountain Valley Community Foundation. She won a $1,500 scholarship. Second runner-up was Bianca Singer, a graduate of AMDA College and Conservatory of the Performing Arts. She was sponsored by Hyundai Motor America. Her platform was “Arts Education,” and she won a $1,000 scholarship. Sarah Peters was third runner-up. Peters, a student at California Baptist

University, was sponsored by the Kelly Osborn Memorial Foundation. Her platform was “Project Sweet Peas – Providing Support for NICU Families.” She received a $500 scholarship. Emily Dien received the Spirit of Fountain Valley Award, and received a 1-year membership to Los Caballeros Sports Village valued at $2,000. Kayla Borack received the $400 Community Service Award from the Fountain Valley Woman’s Club, and Helen Reynolds won the $400 Platform Scholarship presented by Fountain Bowl. Maaikee Pronda won the $250 Sue Taylor-Anderko Miss Congeniality Scholarship The young women were scored in four areas: evening gown with social impact statement, talent, on-stage question and personal interview. Pronda will now compete in the 2020 Miss California Pageant in Fresno. With the crown and title, she won $5,000 and received a $2,000 diamond pendant designed by David Truong of Mimi’s Jewelry. Keeli Scott Lisack, past president of the Miss Fountain Valley Scholarship competition and Miss Fountain Valley 1977, and Dr. Aimee Le, Miss Fountain Valley 2013, co-hosted the event. Hyundai Motor America was the title sponsor for the competition. www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

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Interested in being more civically involved? The city is receiving applications from volunteers to sit on the following committees, commissions and boards. Applications are available in the City Clerk’s Office, 10200 Slater Ave., and online at www.fountainvalley.org. The deadline for application submission to the City Clerk is 5 p.m. on Jan. 7. PLANNING COMMISSION: Makes recommendations to the City Council regarding development within the city. Meets at 6 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month in the City Council Chambers. FOUNTAIN VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION: Makes grants of funds and other resources to aid and promote worthy activities in the city. Meets at 5:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of every month in the Senior Center conference room. HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARD: Reviews the city’s Federal Block Grant Program and recommends housing/community development activities to the City Council. Meets at 6 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month in the City Council Chambers. ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: Focuses on the needs of the city’s disabled population and promotes community awareness of the employment potential of the disabled population. Meets at 6:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of the odd-numbered months in City Hall Conference Room No. 1. MEASURE HH OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE: Reviews the city’s annual audited financial statement with reard to the fiscal year’s 1-percent transactions and use (sales) tax revenue. Meetings are called as needed.

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Local Cub Scouts to earn Arrow of Light awards Five Fountain Valley Cub Scouts in Pack 567 will earn the Arrow of Light rank this February. The Arrow of Light is the highest rank a Cub Scout can earn. The ceremony will take place at 1:30 p.m. on Feb. 8, 2020 at The Fount Church. Logan Westrup, Preston Lampano, Aaron Rooke, Jesus Rodriguez and Benjamin Clark are looking forward to celebrating their hard work and dedication. The ceremony and the Blue and Gold banquet is how Cub Scout packs, such as Pack 567, celebrate the anniversary of scouting every February.

In addition to earning the Arrow of Light rank, the scouts will be bridging, or crossing over, into local Boy Scout troops in Fountain Valley. The fifth-grade scouts, also known as The NOVA Patrol, have spent the last 1 ½ years completing basic requirements for their ranks as well as earning various special awards. Three of the Scouts completed their religious training this year and will be recognized on Scout Sunday at The Fount on Feb. 9. Luke Westrup is den chief for Troop 567. For more information about this event or how to be part of Pack 567 visit wwwpack567.ocbsa.org.

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The city is expecting to receive approximately $1.6 million in federal funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) over the next five years to address housing and community needs in the city. The Community Development Block Grant funds are used for community development, public services and housing projects that meet HUD guidelines The city is seeking input from residents regarding how the federal funds should be allocated. Residents are invited to fill out a survey on the city’s website. Completed surveys must be submitted to City Hall no later than Thursday, Jan. 30. Once completed, you can save the survey and email it back, mail it to City Hall at 10200 Slater Ave. Fountain Valley, CA 92708, or drop it off at any city building. E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

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Woman’s Club Luncheon 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. @Mile Square Park Lunch: $25, must RSVP by Jan. 8. Call Mary Brown, (714) 893-4831

Mayor's Breakfast 8 a.m. @Saltzer Room, Fountain Valley Regional Hospital $2 per person at the door Kiwanis 12:15 p.m. @Ftn Bowl

Planning Commission 6 p.m. @City Hall

CITY HALL CLOSED REC CENTER OPENS SENIOR CENTER OPENS

"Defend Against Seasons Sickness," presented by FV Regional Hosp., 2 p.m, @ Founders Village

City Council canceled

Bingo, 6 p.m. @FVHS Doors open at 4 p.m.

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Rotary Club 7:15 a.m. @Founders Village (Senior Center)

FV Senior Bingo & Billiards Club 8:30 a.m. @Founders Village

FV Community Foundation Board meeting, 5:30 p.m. @ Senior Center FV Community Foundation Activities Committee, 7 p.m. @Senior Center

City Council 6 p.m. at City Hall

HISTORICAL SOCIETY LUNCHEON and general meeting Noon (feel free to arrive early) @Heritage Park (next to the library) $10 per person To RSVP, call Sharon Cope at (714) 963-3594. More info: www.Facebook.com/ FountainValleyHistoricalSociety

Rotary Club social 5:30 p.m. @Ozzie's (Fountain Bowl)

Kiwanis Club social, TBA

Bingo, 6 p.m. @FVHS Doors open at 4 p.m.

Chamber of Commerce State of the City Luncheon 11:30 a.m. @Founders Village (note this is on Wednesday, not Tuesday)

Green Valley Swim Team parent information night, 7 p.m. @ clubhouse

Bingo, 6 p.m. @FVHS Doors open at 4 p.m.

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Chamber of Commerce Network at Night is Jan. 9

The Fountain Valley Chamber of Commerce will hold its next Network at Night from 5-7 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 9 at Cambalache Grill Argentine and Italian Cuisine. The networking event is free to Chamber members and $10 for non-members. Non-members who sign up to join the Chamber will receive $50 off the cost of membership. Cambalache is at 8780 Warner Ave., No. 15. More information: (714) 9623822.

Cosmic Bowling 11 p.m. @Ftn Bwl

The Fountain Valley Historical Society and Fountain Valley Living Magazine are making plans for their Spring Jubilee, this year set for Saturday, April 25 at Heritage Park. The event committee is looking for commercial home-and-garden vendors, as well as vendors who sell vintage items or hand-crafted gift items at the event, which is set for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost for hand-crafted and vintage vendors is $35 to $75. Cost for commercial vendors is $75 to $125. More information: Call (714) 8477714 or email LynnSeeden@hotmail. com.

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SENIOR WINTER DANCE @Founders Village Senior Center, 17967 Bushard St.; Tickets sold in advance at front counter. Cosmic Bowling 11:30 p.m. @Ftn Bowl

Spring Jubilee set for April 25 at Heritage Park

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If you have jewelry, coins or highend watches that you no longer need or want, Mimi's Jewelry is hosting a cashin event throughout January. Bring your unwanted gold, diamonds, precious stones, Krugerrands, etc. to David Truong at Mimi's for an appraisal. You can choose then if you would like to sell the valuables to him. "It's a great way for folks around town to make some cash," said David Truong. "We are able to buy directly from the community, and we love seeing what residents bring in!" Call (714) 964-1989 to make an appointment to assure that David is in the shop when you arrive. Otherwise, walk-ins are always welcome. Mimi's Jewelry is at 18591 Brookhurst St. (at Ellis), in the shops to the south of Albertson's. Closed Mondays.

Seasonal sickness is topic on Jan. 9

Fountain Valley Regional Hospital will present “Defend Against Seasonal Sickness” from 2-3:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9 at The Center at Founders Village Senior & Community Center. Dr. Geoffrey Tsoi and Dr. Christina Vo will dispel myths about common colds, influenza (flu) and pneumonia. Attendees will learn the difference between viral and bacterial infections, when to seek help from a doctor, and how to avoid getting sick. The Center at Founders Village is at 17967 Bushard St. To RSVP, call Fountain Valley Regional Hospital at (833) 818-0789. SEND US YOUR FV NEWS ITEMS: E-mail us with your Fountain Valley nonprofit and school calendar items to FVMagazine@Live.com or call during business hours at (714) 847-7714 (landline).

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MAYOR'S COLUMN

The Year of the Volunteer This is a year to get involved with your city by volunteering.

t is an honor to lead our City Council as mayor in 2020. The city is in a good position. However, there are many external challenges—like the state's housing requirements —that we will continue to work hard to overcome and do our best to protect city resources. As I menCHERYL BROTHERS tioned in my Mayor, City of Fountain Valley swearing-in speech, I will keep the city moving forward on a level plane while continuing to improve where needed. GET INVOLVED As mayor, I will encourage our community to participate and be involved. Volunteerism is what makes a community great. Fountain Valley has the right people who can bring their talents to help in so many community areas. Come out and make an impact locally. We have civic clubs like Rotary, Kiwanis and the Fountain Valley Woman’s Club. Local impactful volunteer opportunities also can be found with the Fountain Valley Community Foundation, Fountain Valley Chamber of Commerce, Fountain Valley Historical Society, Center at Founders Village, Fountain Valley Recreation Center, Police Department Retired Senior Volunteer Program, Fire Inspection Reserve Seniors Taskforce, 26

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“Fountain Valley is a unique community as we have an extrordinarily high level of volunteerism. Not many communities have major city festivals, like Summerfest for instance, that are driven completely by talented and dedicated volunteers. When you volunteer, you strengthen your community. Volunteers help make Fountain Valley a great place.” CHERYL BROTHERS MAYOR

and many more local volunteer opportunities to elevate Fountain Valley. I’m proud to serve Fountain Valley and I hope you will, too. GUIDING THE CITY'S PRESENT AND FUTURE SUCCESS The City Council and I will continue our efforts as we plan for our future through the city’s Strategic Plan. Our three-year goals are: 1. Enhance economic development 2. Achieve financial stability 3. Attract, develop and retain quality staff 4. Maintain and enhance infrastructure and facilities 5. Enhance community outreach and engagement

Local businesses are a part of our community makeup and their success is our success. I will continue to support our efforts in business retention and attraction programs to maintain economic vitality and grow where possible. The General Plan Update is well underway but currently on hold due to the state’s unrealistic housing requirements. For contact info for local nonprofit organizations, go to www.fountainvalleymagazine.net/volunteers.

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NEWS YOU CAN USE Turf removal rebates increased to $3 per square foot

The Municipal Water District of Orange County recently announced that the rebate amount for turf removal has increased from $2 to $3 per square foot, effective Oct. 1, 2019. Fountain Valley homeowners and businesses interested in taking advantage of the rebate should visit mwdoc.com/save-water/ water-use-efficiency for complete details. To be eligible for the turf removal rebate program, applicants must not remove their existing grass or turf until they have a pre-inspection and receive a “Letter to Proceed” from the water district. Projects that are started prior to this are not eligible. Homeowners who are interested in replacing their existing grass or turf with drought-tolerant landscaping can also sign up for free landscape design assistance in conjunction with the turf removal rebate program. Participants in the program receive an onsite landscape design consultation and a landscape design, including recommended plants, an irrigation plan and a materials list, from a qualified professional—all at no cost. Participation is limited. Interested homeowners must submit two applications, one for the turf removal program and one for the landscape design assistance program.

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his 40 years of service to the people of Fountain Valley, California. “Mr. Nagel spent 28 years with the Fountain STEVE NAGEL Valley Fire Councilmember, City of Fountain Valley Department as a paramedic, captain, battalion chief, training officer and fire marshal. He was elected to the Fountain Valley City Council in 2008. “As mayor, he has been committed to maintaining public safety and economic development for residents and businesses alike. Under his leadership, the city of Fountain Valley has experienced vital growth, in large part thanks to his

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Steve Nagel earns Congressional Record recognition

City Councilman Steve Nagel has been recognized by the U.S. House of Representatives for his contributions to Fountain Valley. U.S. Rep. Harley Rouda recognized Nagel during the first session of the 116th Congress on Oct. 28. Nagel received the Congressional Record from Eric Nong, Rouda’s field representative, at the Dec. 3 City Council meeting. Rouda’s remarks read: “Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor and recognize Steve Nagel and

dedication to community outreach and engagement. “For 40 years, Mayor Nagel’s commitment to volunteerism and inclusion has helped bring the community of Fountain Valley together, helping the city live up to its motto of being ‘A Nice Place to Live.’ His strong work ethic and demonstratable leadership should serve as an inspiration to us all. “I ask that all members join in recognizing the work and contributions of Steve Nagel.” "I am humbled to receive the Congressional Record Report from Rep. Harley Rouda, recognizing me for my years of public service in Fountain Valley,” Nagel said. “It has been my honor to serve in so many ways in keeping Fountain Valley a nice place to live, work, play. I have been truly blessed."

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Look at 2020 with a new vision By STEVE SCHULTZ For Fountain Valley Living Magazine

hey say hindsight is 20/20, but foresight can be 20/20, too. And in the year 2020, there is a way for you to lead with 20/20 vision. As my great teacher, Dr. Wayne Dyer, always used to say, “When you change the way you look at things the things you look at change.” So, let’s go to the STEVE SCHULTZ, Columnist eye doctor together and examine how you can upgrade to new vision in this new year. To become something new you must do something new. Let’s envision you are in the chair at the eye doctor’s office and the doctor is flipping through all those different lenses to see which version is clearer. Which lenses will you choose: A-fear or B-love, C-greed or D-generosity, E-forgiveness or F-revenge, G-violence or H-peace, I-political party or J-America? Now the doctor uses the different numbers to really hone in on your correct prescription. How will you choose: 1. kindness or 2. meanness, 3. truth or 4. lies, 5. anger or 6. patience, 7. grudge or 8. grace, 9. money or 10. morals and manners? Then the doctor has you move your eye up to the machine that shoots the puff of air into your eyeball to test your resistance—just like all throughout 2020 puffs of temptation and irritation will be shot your way to see how you respond. Will you respond to cruelty in kind or with kindness? Will you cower to temptation or resist and be disciplined? 32

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“When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.” WAYNE DYER (ONE OF STEVE SCHULTZ' TEACHERS)

Being disciplined is the practice of resisting instant gratification for lasting joy. (As someone who loves sugar, the resistance puff test is the hardest for me). I’ve been going through a long bout of insomnia lately, and one evening a few weeks ago, I was finally able to fall asleep early. But shortly after, two of my roommates came home after visiting the bar and they were incredibly loud. They started banging on my bedroom door, screaming my name, asking me to come downstairs and play. I ignored them and could feel the anger swelling up inside of me. My frustration quickly dissipated once I remembered I was looking at this situation wrong and needed to upgrade to 20/20 vision by shifting my focus from what was happening to me to what could happen in me. All our actions stem from fear, anger or love. At first I was seeing this situation from the lens of fear (will I ever be able to fall asleep now?) and anger (how dare they do this to me?), but then I started thinking about how much fun they were

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having and the power I have not to ruin their fun by going into a rage, but instead, being the sage. I started quietly praying, “Thank you God for this wonderful opportunity to practice patience, empathy and grace.” As soon as I chose to see the situation with a loving lens instead of a fearful or angry one, I literally felt a physical change in my body. I felt calm and at peace, was able to smile at my roommates’ thoughtfulness in wishing to include me in their fun and before I knew it I was fast asleep. When you have 20/20 love vision you can read the tiny letters on the very bottom of the doctor’s word chart. Here are the letters you need to be able to read every day: luv>e. Can you see them? Those letters stand for Love is Greater Than Everything (LUV>E).

STEVE SCHULTZ is an English teacher at Fountain Valley High School. You can email Steve at FVMagazine@Live.com or contact him through the magazine’s office, (714) 847-7714. www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

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Community celebrates with annual holiday events

Snow arrived at the Recreation Center for the annual Tree Lighting event on Dec. 7. Thanks to Hyundai, kids and their grownups were sledding down the snow-covered hill at the event, which also featured the lighting of the Christmas tree, food, game booths and a spectactular fireworks show. One weekend later, the 36th annual Christmas in the Gazebo was held at Heritage Park, where nearly 800 people enjoyed hearing local music groups, shopping with local vendors and visiting with Santa and Mrs. Claus. (Thank you, FV Fire Department, for Santa's grand entrance at Christmas in the Gazebo! –ed.) 34

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