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Fletcher Hills Volume XIX – Number 7
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July 4th Fireworks Where to go to get your fill of Independence Day pyrotechnics. Page 12
City Council District 7 winner Scott Sherman
By Dave Schwab he Riverbend Project, formerly known as the Shawnee Project at Riverbend, has apparently come to a fork in the bend. Project developers have announced they’re “reconsidering” the proposed masterplanned redevelopment of a 23.5-acre site in the old Grantville Redevelopment Zone adjacent to the San Diego River. As originally proposed, the project would turn the site, utilized for years as auto storage, auto dismantling, trailer sales, concrete mixing and trucking as well as a recreational vehicle sales yard, into approximately 1,000 multifamily units with 30,000 square feet of commercial/retail space.
T Ideal Award Don Teemsma and his team are recognized for their community service.
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JACKSON DRIVE PIPELINE PROJECT BEGINS AUGUST
Grantville Grinds Our food reviewer takes a look at Chris’ Ono offerings. Page 12
The San Diego County Water Authority will commence construction work in August to rehabilitate a large-diameter water pipeline. The Mission Trails to Lake Murray Pipeline Relining Project will span three miles beginning south of State Route 52 in Mission Trails Regional Park, traversing Jackson Drive from Mission Gorge Road to Lake Shore Drive near Lake Murray. The project involves inserting steel lining into the existing pipeline to reinforce it. Construction crews will conduct most of the work underground, inside the pipe, by establishing and entering the pipeline at 11 sites called portals. To ensure the safety of the construction crew, one driving lane in each direction on Jackson Drive near the portals will be closed. Construction activities are scheduled to begin this August and last through mid-2013.
PRIMARY ELECTION DETERMINES CITY COUNCIL SEATS Although the mayoral race and the State Assembly 79th District seat is up in the air, the June 5 primary election decided several key elected positions for the City of San Diego. San Diegans also passed both Propositions A and B. Proposition A disallows the City from requiring Project Labor Agreements on municipal construction contracts. It passed with 58.09 percent of the vote. Proposition A opponents voiced concerns that the ban will cause San Diego to lose state funding for capital improvements. The California Legislature recently enacted laws forbidding the state from financing capital improvements in areas banning PLAs. Proposition B, which reforms San Diego’s current pension structure, passed with 65.81 percent. The City now has voter approval to change new city employees, other than police officers, over from a pension system to a 401(k)-type plan. Whether the actual reform occurs depends on the outcome of the legal battles in the near future, according to Proposition B opponents, who believe the measure discriminates against City employees.
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See ELECTION page 11
SAN CARLOS DOULA EASES CHILDBIRTH ANXIETY By Annie Lane aving spent several years working as a fiduciary for those nearing the end of their lives, Diane Kutner was ready for a change. She found just what she was looking for in the form of a Mission Times Courier article about childbirth education. “I decided I’d rather be working at the other end of life,” said Kutner, who soon became certified to train additional childbirth educators and teach preparation classes. “I never felt
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so energized in my life.” She followed that path for about 10 years before transitioning into her current role as a Doula, where she provides professional labor support for expectant mothers and their partners. “I get to know them and what kind of birthing experience they’re hoping to have, and then try to help them achieve that experience,” Kutner said. In addition, she helps mothers understand the options available to them, and is passionate about reconSee DOULA page 21
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LEGAL ISSUES BLASTED LAKE MURRAY FIREWORKS By Dave Schwab
The cancellation of this year’s Lake Murray Fourth of July Music Fest and fireworks display due to continuing litigation challenging fireworks over water has City Council District 7 residents speaking out both for and against the action. “It is the elimination of a tradition here where people didn’t have to drive anywhere to see fireworks,” said Matt Adams, a “neighbor” of the annual Lake Murray fireworks display who is a board member with Navajo Community Planners, Inc. (NCPI). Adams noted continuing litigation by the Coastal Environmental Rights Foundation (CERF) and its lead attorney, Marco Gonzalez, to require expensive environmental studies of fireworks’ impact on water, has had a chilling effect city- and county-wide on Independence Day pyrotechnics. “It’s just a shame one person can end a community
Friends of Lake Murray By Barbara Cleves Anderson Dear Abby wrote, “If you want your children to turn out well, spend twice as much time with them, and half as much money.” On Sunday, June 3, at 5 a.m. the lake parking lot near the boat dock was filled with trucks lined up to launch boats. When asked what event was happening, I was told it was kids’ day to fish. Fisherman’s Outpost of Poway sponsors kids fishing day once a month at a different lake. The Jr. Bass Anglers club goes to different lakes and competes to see who can catch the most bass. The club has 32 members – 31 boys and one girl. Jeanne Pasalich is owner of the Outpost and took over the job of the club organizer after a vacancy occurred after one year of the activity. Larry Wilson, head of the Bass Federation of California, talked Jeanne into taking over the function of the club. This is the club’s third year in existence but the Outpost’s second year to be involved. Jeanne says that there are not enough bass boats to accommodate all of the kids and there is a waiting list to join the group. If anyone would like to volunteer to help out with a bass boat please contact Jeanne at the Fisherman’s Outpost. They would like to have bass fishing available to all youngsters who are interested in the sport. Ages of the group are 11-to-14 and 15-to-18. I stopped and talked with Austin Plihal, 15, and Wyatt George, 8. The boys were tired and looked like they were still asleep but anxious to get started to have fun. This is a day of fun that includes a T-shirt and a BBQ afterward. Who knows, maybe See BARBARA page 8
tradition,” said Adams at NCPI’s June 18 meeting adding, “[Gonzalez has] filed yet another lawsuit. So when you don’t have your fireworks this year, don’t look at your community leaders.” Adams offered a suggestion. “Google [Gonzalez] and send him an e-mail and tell him to stop trying to sue us: Let us have our fireworks.” Not all residents, such as Margaret Sullivan who spoke out at the meeting, disagree with the position of Gonzalez that fireworks over water constitute a potential environmental threat that merits more study. “I support suspending the fireworks,” she said. “Those fireworks are terrifying to animals. My dogs every year go crazy. It’s just an all-out assault on the wildlife.” Sullivan said special rules shouldn’t apply on holidays. “Why is it one day a year the rules are suspended?” she asked. “Why should we be putting toxics over that water for entertainment? This day and age there are so many ways for people to amuse themselves. I just don’t think it makes sense.” When asked whether his legal activism is to blame for the demise of this year’s Lake Murray Fourth of July fireworks show, Gonzalez said: “[Lake Murray] canceled their show because they couldn’t raise the money to put on their show and they tried to use [CERF] as the scapegoat. We’ve never sued the organization of Lake Murray, never sued the city over Lake Murray’s fireworks show. When the community didn’t support [fireworks], we just proved See FIREWORKS page 18
IDEAL COMMUNITY SERVICE MAKES A DIFFERENCE
Local company wins top award for its giving spirit Ideal Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electrical was awarded the 2012 Heilbron Award, which recognizes San Diego companies that exemplify the pay-it-forward spirit. Ideal earned first place in the small business category, for business having 50 or fewer employees. The Heilbron Award celebrates companies that exhibit high ethical standards and a commitment to service. It honors companies that utilize their professional skill set to excel and enrich the company itself and others in the community. The awards were presented June 7 by Rotary Club 33 and the San Diego Business Journal. Ideal’s philanthropic efforts are not aimed at one single project, but take an all-embracing approach. Ideal regularly contributes pro bono work, community giving, and school support across San Diego County. Notable projects include partnering with the Make-A-Wish Foundation to grant 17-year old Tatyana her wish: a complete kitchen makeover, and pro bono work at Mission Trails Regional Park, Mt. Helix Park, Allied Gardens Little League, and Indian Rock Boy Scout Camp at Mataguay Scout Ranch. See IDEAL page 11
Dear Ask a Cop, Last week in our neighborhood we heard the police helicopter saying something over the P.A. We couldn’t understand what was being said. When this happens, what should we do? We want to be informed on what’s going on in our neighborhood. Concerned Citizen Dear Concerned Citizen, At Eastern Division, we work hard to keep citizens informed of police activity and major events. We try to do this in many different ways. When we have something going on in a specific neighborhood and the helicopter
is available, we use the public announcement system to provide information. These announcements may be directed at finding a lost individual or to provide information about a crime in process, as two examples. In addition to the immediate information relay, we now use social media to inform residents within our division about what’s happening in their community. We are on Facebook (www.Facebook.com/sdpde) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/sdpdeastern). You can also email us at sdpdeastern@pd.SanDiego.gov. We also have an electronic lineup book that allows you to inform police officers in your area about situations that may require their attention. It also allows you to request extra patrol in your neighborhood. It’s as easy as visiting: http://www.sandiego.gov/police/forms/citizenrequest.shtml. It is always challenging to keep social media up-todate on the occurrences in the division so you can also call the police department’s nonemergency line at (619) 531-2000 to find out if there is a situation occurring. If you do, please remember to get the incident number so you can follow-up as needed. Having the incident number help us identify the incident so that we can investigate further. Sincerely, Officer John Graham SDPD Eastern Division To submit your questions, please email: AsktheCop@MissionTimesCourier.com Editor’s Note: Officer Edward Zwibel has been reassigned. Although we are sad to see him move on, we wish him the best of luck in his future endeavors. In the meantime, we are happy to have Officer John Graham temporarily taking over Zwibel’s community outreach duties.
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ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS GOVERN NAVAJO PLANNERS MEETING By Dave Schwab At the Navajo Community Planners’ June 18 meeting, the group heard about progress on an environmental master plan and expansion for Sycamore Landfill, and moved to restrict problematic alcohol sales at convenience stores. Much of the meeting that night, however, was dominated by orangeshirted residents protesting the controversial proposed Quail Brush electric power peaker plant. Quail Brush was an information-only, non-action item on the advisory group’s agenda. As such, public comment on the item was restricted to a handful of speakers in the interest of time and a busy agenda. That action didn’t sit well with power plant opponents wearing T-shirts imprinted with savemissiontrails.org. They returned at the end of the meeting to complain of being denied a proper opportunity to speak. “There’s not going to be a vote [on Quail Brush] of this board tonight or ever – it’s not in our [planning] area and is information only,” responded chairman Allen Jones, noting the complaint was “out of order.” “This item is going to affect the quality of everyone’s life in the neighborhood,” said one protester adding, “We have the right to speak and I think we should be given that. You are our representatives. You’re here to represent us.” “Everyone in orange shirts doesn’t like [the plans for Quail Brush]. We get that,” said boardmember Matt Adams, who added public bodies, such as the San Diego City Council, frequently limit public comment as a matter of necessity given meeting time restraints. Neil Mohr of Republic Services, a private contractor operating the Sycamore Canyon Landfill, offered a presentation on an ongoing environmental master plan update for the landfill and a draft EIR out for public review on the project until June 25. Mohr said Republic plans to add approximately 30 acres to the landfill’s existing 320 acres. “We’ve built almost six acres of [replacement] riparian habitat,” said Mohr. He said “greenhouse” gas continues to be extracted from the landfill and used to produce 3.5 megawatts of electricity, enough to power 3,000 homes. Van Collinsworth, a research analyst for the city of Santee, rose from the audience to caution the advisory group about the project Environmental Impact Report. See NAVAJO page 15
SAN DIEGO HOME PRICES GOING UP: AVOID THESE THREE MISTAKES WHEN SELLING YOUR HOME
San Diego - When you decide to sell your home, setting your asking price is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. Depending on how a buyer is made aware of your home, price is often the first thing he or she sees, and many homes are discarded by prospective buyers as not being in the appropriate price range before they’re even given a chance of showing. Your asking price is often your home’s “first impression”, and if you want to realize the most money you can for your home, it’s imperative that you make a good first impression. This is not as easy as it sounds, and pricing strategy should not be taken lightly. Pricing too high can be as costly to a homeseller as pricing too low. Taking a look at what homes in your neighborhood have sold for is only a small part of the process, and on it’s own is not nearly enough to help you make the best decision. A recently study, which compiles 10 years of industry research, has resulted in a new special report entitled “Homesellers: How to Get the Price You Want (and Need)”. This report will help you understand pricing strategy from three different angles. When taken together, this information will help you price your home to not only sell, but sell for the price you want. To hear a brief recorded message about how to order your FREE copy of this report call tollfree 1-800-270-1494 and enter 1016. You can call any time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Get your free special report NOW to learn how to price your home to your maximum financial advantage. Paid Advertisement Courtesy of Dan Smith Re/Max 01346593
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GREAT DAY REUNION AT UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST Forty years ago a group of San Diego youth, under the direction of Mary Hornberger, sang a “one-time performance” at the Southern California United Church of Christ Annual Conference in Pomona, California. The rest, as they say, is history. The group, which became known as The Great Day, went on to perform throughout California and, eventually, nationally and internationally, over the course of the next 30 years. Singers were drawn from throughout San Diego, Orange and Los Angeles Counties, with an affiliate group even forming in Scotland for a joint tour. Approximately 10 years ago the group stopped performing on a regular basis, with only the occasional reunion performance in the years since. On the occasion of their 40th anniversary alumni are coming together from across the country – and beyond – to join founding director Mary Hornberger and founding coordinator Dick Duncan in a reunion weekend filled with memories, music and fellowship. The public is invited to join Great Day alumni, family and friends in a Great Day Reunion event July 21 at 7 p.m. at the United Church of Christ La Mesa, 5940 Kelton Ave. Part informal mini-concert, part rehearse-as-you-go performance, part sing-along, part vocal-flash-mob, the evening promises to bring back wonderful memories and form new ones. The Great Day alumni will also provide the music for July 22 10 a.m. worship service at University City United Church, 2877 Governor Dr. For further details, please email greatday40th@yahoo.com. Alumni in particular are urged to make contact as soon as possible for details of other reunion weekend events not open to the general public.
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COUNCILMAN-ELECT SCOTT SHERMAN MEETING ON THE GREEN Community members are invited to the Del Cerro Park on July 19 at 7 p.m. for the Del Cerro Park Board and Del Cerro Community Association’s (DCCA) annual meeting: The Meeting on the Green. The annual meeting will include a presentation by newly elected District 7 City Councilman Scott Sherman, who will discuss community issues with the group. Representatives from the San Diego Police Department will also be on hand to discuss to
safety issues and answer questions, and there will be time for meeting participants to share community concerns. The DCCA and Del Cerro Park Board will also hold their annual elections for directors at the meeting, with voting open to association members. The meeting will take place outdoors at the Del Cerro Park. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, contact Donna Dose at (619) 463-4024.
“Oak Shade” by Margaret Larlham will be on display in the Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center Gallery from July 7-27.
A STORIES & STANZAS GATHERING
SWING INTO SUMMER CAMPS AT LAKE MURRAY TENNIS CLUB
San Carlos Library invites you to join a supportive group of story and poetry enthusiasts on the fourth Tuesday of every month in the Community Room from 6 to 7:30 p.m. starting Tuesday, July 24. Do you enjoy reciting poetry or spinning tall tales? Is there a favorite your children or grandchildren always ask you for at bedtime? Are there family anecdotes or poems that get told and retold around your kitchen table? How about some personal or campfire stories? Come and share them with us or just kick back and listen at 7265 Jackson Drive. Questions? Contact Cyndy at (619) 460-716l or Mary at (619) 466-8511.
Tennis is booming at Lake Murray Tennis Club with fun and affordable camps for kids ages 5 through high school at the 6th Annual Mission Trails Tennis Academy. Three camps are offered in July and August. Fees are $140 per session. Sibling, multi-camp discounts and scholarships are available. All levels are welcome from beginners and intermediate to high school and tournament players. The new USTA 10-and-Under Tennis program will be used to help kids learn faster with smaller courts, slower tennis balls and lightweight rackets. Intermediate and advanced players will improve their skills through instruction, games and competition. Playing tennis has never been easier!! For more information, contact Coach Karen Ronney at (619) 644-1166 or kronney@yahoo.com or pick up an application at the Lake Murray Tennis Club, which can be contacted at (619) 469-3232. To download an application, go to www.karenronney.com.
MTRP GETS ARTSY JULY 14 Wine, cheese and chocolate – all in the name of charity
The Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation and the California Art Club are hosting the “Treasures of the Mission Trails Regional Park Art Exhibit and Benefit” July 14 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. KFMB-TV Channel-8 meteorologist/lifestyle reporter Shawn Styles and our own Mission Times Courier publisher, Jim Madaffer, are co-chairing the event, which includes fine art, fine wine, cheese and chocolate. Guests will meet featured artists and help raise funds for the Mission Trails foundation and the California Art Club. California Art Club members have been creating pleinair paintings of Mission Trails for the past several months. The best of their work will be available for purchase that night, with the proceeds benefiting both nonprofit organizations. Renowned Native American flute player Tim Romero will perform, and George Cowles, an East County resident circa 18731883, is scheduled to return in character to regale attendees with historical tales of Mission Trails and East County. Tickets are on sale through Stay Classy (www.stayclassy.org/san-diego/events/art-park/e17375); $35 for individuals and $50 per couple. Call Jay Wilson at Mission Trails Regional Park at (619) 405-0177 for more information.
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Letter from the Editor
It has been 236 years since the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence in what is now Philadelphia’s Independence Hall. The decision to break from British rule was a difficult one for many of the colonies that weren’t entirely invested in the promise of the unknown. You have to wonder what our Founding Fathers would think of the current political climate. Although most of us chafe against the two-party antics that block progress on a city, county, state and national level, the men who had little choice between the king and the king would probably think we have it good. Democracy, even in its current condition, allows us the freedom to choose, for better or worse. District 7 had it pretty good this primary election. Whether you were pulling for Scott Sherman, Mat Kostrinsky or Rik Hauptfeld, each candidate appeared to have the community’s best interests at heart. Now that the election results have finally rolled in, we now know Sherman will be filling the District 7 City Council seat presently occupied by newly elected District 9 City Councilmember Marti Emerald. Sherman, who still
lives in the house he grew up in Allied Gardens, owns and operates 5th Avenue Insurance. As an insurance broker, he said his business is helping people, something he intends to do in a bigger way as a city councilman. Sherman, a fiscal conservative, has told Mission Times Courier he intends to bring a “business attitude” to City Hall. He aims to inspire volunteerism within the community to overcome budget shortfalls. For his part, the understated Sherman walks the walk he preaches. He spends a lot of time helping others through the Make-a-Wish Foundation, the YMCA, the Burn Institute, and the Children’s Convalescent Hospital. He also contributes time to the Wounded Warriors, an organization that provides unique programs to injured service members returning from conflict overseas. On April 25, at a candidate forum organized by the League of Women Voters at Taft Middle School, Sherman said he is not a political insider. He said he wants to streamline the budget process and create tax incentives for small businesses. Sherman said his practical business knowledge is exactly what the City needs to fix its economic problems. For anyone who doubts Sherman, the best words to live by may be League president Jeanne Brown’s favorite quote: “Democracy is not a spectator sport.” Get involved with your local planning groups and follow the City Council’s work online and in the news. Our forefathers believed that all men are created equal and that we were endowed by our Creator with “certain unalienable Rights,” among them “Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” Make your voice heard as a constituent so you don’t take for granted the hardwon independence for which those 13 colonies fought more than two centuries ago.
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PRIMED FOR RIVERBEND DEVELOPMENT?
Developers hoping to capitalize on prime land within Allied Gardens and Grantville seem unfazed by the lack of tax-increment financing once offered by the State’s redevelopment program. They are poised to invest billions in the old Grantville Redevelopment Zone. Their investment in high density apartment complexes will yield millions to their bottom line. But it comes at a price to the community, because hanging in the balance is the very character of our neighborhoods. At issue is whether the first of these projects will establish a baseline for all future development in our community. Current proposals include transforming our community’s skyline with 85-foot high skyscrapers, increased density, more traffic, and amendments to our community plans. Other questions include whether the San Diego River will be further degraded to second class status as developers ponder mitigation of past mining operations along the River. Multiple developers are looking to build more than 10,000 apartment units along the San Diego River corridor as they march from I-8 to the industrial concrete mine, Superior Ready Mix, over the next decade. Change is coming. That’s not necessarily bad, but it demands that our community be provided with a real voice and allowed meaningful discussion and input to determine how our community will grow in the future. The proposed $1B Shawnee Project at Riverbend, a 23-acre site located on the San Diego River parallel to Mission Gorge Road at Old Cliffs Road, needs thorough analysis because it has a significant impact on our community. This proposal could attract 2,000 new apartment residents, 7,000 new car trips per day, and 90 new school children. The developer, Urban Housing Partners, wants to build 996 apartments, 27 row homes, and 37,000 square feet of commercial space on the site. This will require a myriad of variances and amendments to the City’s General Plan, the Navajo Community Plan and changes to the current San Diego River Park Master Plan. Major issues include population-based park space requirements, current height limits in our neighborhood, population density, and permanently altering the course of the San Diego River. According to City guidelines, Urban Housing Partners is required to include 5.5 acres of park space based on the
Without new development or smart growth, the Grantville community will lose out on economic growth, river access where currently there is none, and an overall beautification project that will turn what was once a car junkyard into an attractive and desirable place to live and work. The project’s applicant, Shawnee LLC and CG7600 LP, are working alongside community groups and the City in order to create a plan for the Riverbend project that embraces the community’s character while still positioning it for smart growth. The applicant has worked hard over the last nine months to share the vision and plans with the community and to solicit meaningful feedback. They have worked directly with several community groups including the San Diego River Coalition, Navajo Community Planners, Allied Gardens Community Council and Grantville Action Group. From this series of meetings and working partnerships, the applicants have gathered valuable feedback that is currently being considered. Other letters that have appeared in this column have made inaccurate statements, one of which is the overall project cost. I know the true proposed overall built-out value of the project to be around $250 million and not the $1 billion cost, as inaccurately stated. Furthermore, inaccurate statements have asserted the applicants are trying to shortchange the community on proposed park space. This could not be further from the truth. Initially, community groups had requested less park space under the assumption that the park mitigation fee the developer would be required to pay could go to refurbishing existing parks in the area. However, when the City confirmed this fee had to go to new parks, the applicant began analyzing if it was feasible to put all the park acreage on site. Statements made surrounding the project’s impact on the health of the San Diego River have been misleading. There will be no damage done to the river, whatsoever, during the development process or after the new community is completed. Furthermore, exaggerations on the building’s height are way out of proportion. Eight-five feet is nowhere near the height of a skyscraper and is actually only seven stories tall. Currently, the applicant is considering a height of 65 feet to see if that is feasible. Considering the argument against urban sprawl and for smart, compact growth, I would think many people would agree building up is better than building out.
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See PRODEVELOPMENT page 21
ALLIED GARDENS AND GRANTVILLE
A SMART OPPORTUNITY FOR GRANTVILLE
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DEL CERRO ACTION COUNCIL By Jay Wilson, DCAC President Mark your calendar for Thursday, July 26 at 7 p.m. for the quarterly meeting of the Del Cerro Action Council. As always, we will meet at Temple Emanu-El. July is a big month for the Navajo Community. The morning of July 14 is the designated Community Build Day for the long awaited new Lake Murray Playground at the Lake Murray Community Park. The funds have been raised and the equipment has been ordered. Congratulations to Tracy Dahlkamp, the chair of this effort, and to all the members of the committee. The evening of July 14 is designated “Art in the Park” at Mission Trails Regional Park (MTRP). Enjoy fine art, fine wine, cheese, and chocolate. This is a joint fundraiser for the MTRP Foundation (MTRPF) and the California Art Club (CAC). Members of the CAC have created a number of paintings on-site at Mission Trails. These paintings will be for sale on July 14 and all proceeds will go to support the missions of these two extraordinary non-profit organizations. For more information, go to the Mission Trails website at www.mtrp.org. Sunday, July 22, is the annual Summer Pops Concert on the Green at the Allied Gardens Community Park. The Tifereth Israel Orchestra will again perform. Dave Scott, the KUSI weatherman, and a very talented musician, will be the guest performer. This concert is financially supported totally by the community. Donations are most welcome and much needed this year. Go to www.navajoevents for a complete list of the program for the evening and to See DCAC page 8
ALLIED GARDENS COMMUNITY COUNCIL By Marilyn Reed, AGCC President Summer is traditionally a time to relax and “slow down,” but the month of July is turning out to be one of the busiest months for the Allied Gardens Community Council. Although we will have our regularly scheduled Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, July 24, with Supervisor Dianne Jacob as the main speaker, another special Town Hall Meeting has been set up for Monday, July 9. This meeting was requested by Mike Dunham of Urban Housing Partners and representative for the developers of the Shawnee/ Riverbend Project. You may recall the Shawnee Project will involve the construction of approximately 1,000 multifamily residential units west of Mission Gorge Road and east of the San Diego River, close to Old Cliffs Road in Grantville. An update will be provided on the status of the development proposal for the 22.9-acre site. The project plans include several buildings with a proposed height of 85 feet that will include multifamily residential units and commercial or retail space. Dunham has requested the opportunity to clarify and discuss with residents of both Grantville and Allied Gardens aspects of the project including the traffic study and impacts to the San Diego River. Both Town Hall Meetings will be held at the Ascension Lutheran Church located at 5106 Zion Ave., across from Foster Elementary School. The meeting time is 7 p.m. The July 9 meeting is the first of two others scheduled for the month of July in which the Shawnee developers will be asking for approval of recommendation for their project to the City of San Diego. A July 16 meeting of the Navajo Community Planners, Inc. (NCPI) and a City of San Diego Planning Commission hearing on July 26 were previously scheduled. The NCPI meeting will be held at the Temple Emanu-El at 6299 Capri in Del Cerro and will begin See AGCC page 9
SAN CARLOS AREA COUNCIL By John F. Pilch, SCAC President The San Carlos Area Council (SCAC) has not scheduled a meeting in July, since the July 4th holiday falls on our meeting date. Instead, we are scheduling a meeting for Aug. 1 at 7 p.m. at the San Carlos Branch Library, 7265 Jackson Dr. The agenda will include an update by the San Diego County Water Authority (SDCWA) about their project in Mission Trails Regional Park and San Carlos, which is scheduled to begin mid-August. We also plan to have an update about the Sycamore Canyon Landfill Master Plan. Neil Mohr, the general manager of the landfill, will provide us with details about the proposed Master Plan and respond to questions from the audience. We will not have reports from representatives of elected officials at the meeting. With respect to the SDCWA Pipeline #4 Relining project, it will necessitate Jackson Drive being torn up again, with a 60-foot-by-20-foot portal in front of Keils. Traffic will be re-routed to the bank side of Jackson, with one lane in each direction. The left turn pocket into the shopping center will be unavailable during construction. Patrons of the center will have to enter on Navajo Road or travel down Jackson to Golfcrest Drive and make a U-turn to return to the main entrance on Jackson Drive. Please plan to attend and bring your questions about the project and traffic control. With respect to the Quail Brush Generation Project, the hearing before the City’s Planning Commission is scheduled for June 28, after being continued for 60 days to allow the applicant to review and modify the design. This was See SCAC page 8
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Riverbend, from page 1 “The development team and property owners continue to investigate community input regarding parks, river access and other issues,” said Sherman D. Harmer, Jr., president of Urban Housing Partners, Inc., development managers for the project applicant, the Garver-Bradley team, which has tenanted and/or owned the Riverbend property for 40 years, in an e-mail June 14. “The team is evaluating the aforementioned issues with city staff, the project consultants, and other stakeholders to ensure feasibility and compliance with the regulations of the city of San Diego. It will probably be a few more weeks before all the due diligence is completed.” The company’s “vision” for the massive, long-term redevelopment project, anticipated to exceed $1 billion, contained on the project’s website, www.riverbendsd.com, calls for a plan to “provide a place for a main street of retail opportunities, shops or cafes, as well as residential and commercial uses.” Initial conceptual plans called for creation of a 2.2-acre park designated along the river providing an urban walking trail connecting with the existing Mission Trails system. The website states, “The trail will allow people to use the park area to walk and bike along the river, with signage highlighting native plants and wildlife… filtering out air and water pollutants flowing into the river and providing a shady oasis.” Though in a very early stage of development, the Riverbend Project has nonetheless already inspired a great deal of speculation – and controversy. Tempers flared recently following a discourse on the project by Anthony Wagner, a member of the Navajo Community Planners, Inc. (NCPI), at the April meeting of the Grantville Action Group. Michael Dunham of Urban Partners, who was present at that meeting representing Riverbend developers, objected in a letter sent to NCPI chair Allen Jones to Wagner’s analysis of Riverbend’s Draft EIR at the Grantville meeting while Wagner was affiliated with an advisory group reviewing the same project. Excerpts from Dunham’s letter are as follows: “Wagner provided input regarding various concerns he had with the project and never separated himself from his role as a member of the NCPI. ... My business partner, Sherm Harmer, or I have met with Wagner three times. Our discussions with Wagner turned from receiving and discussing input to a form of ‘negotiation’ regarding what it would take to receive his support for the Shawnee/CG7600 application. … Though we respect Wagner is a passionate member of the community and desires to serve his neighbors. … It is our opinion that Wagner has been too anxious to engage in the process and has violated the need for the development input process to work predominantly in the public forum of the NCPI. We believe Wagner’s efforts are undermining the process intended to lie with the NCPI.” In a phone conversation replying to Dunham’s letter to Jones regarding statements made by him on the Riverbend/Shawnee project, Wagner said: “I’m not for or against the project. I have reservations. Some of the challenges the project has, I look forward to listening to the developer on.” “I know that something is going to be built there,” continued Wagner. “It’s a matter of finding a project that fits the community’s character. I find deviations for an 85-foot structure, rechanneling of San Diego’s riverbed and the density to be some things I have concerns about. I’ve not taken a position on the project, which is still under review before Navajo Community Planners.” Riverbend is scheduled for public review next by Allied Gardens Community Council at its July 9 meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Allied Gardens Recreation Center, 5155 Greenbrier Ave.
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NoDevelopment, from page 5 site’s projection of new residents. The original plan would have short-changed our community by three acres of park space. In return, the developer would pay the City a $5.4 million for park mitigation. Neighbors surrounding the site balked. The community was concerned that park mitigation credits would never circle back and be reinvested in the community. The developer capitulated, reversed course and included all required park space. It seemed to be a great start. Discussions between our community and Urban Housing Partners have stalled over the proposed 85-foot skyscrapers and what to do about the development’s effect on the region’s environmental treasure – the San Diego River. The developer maintains that in order to be profitable it needs an 85-foot height limit for its apartment buildings. The community cried foul. Currently, there is a 30 foot height limit for residential buildings in the region. In 2008, Archstone, the development next door to the site, was granted a 65-foot height variance by the City Council, over the objections of the community, to build a 444-unit apartment complex. Our community is weary of taller and taller structures as development moves northeast along the San Diego River. If another variance is granted, it’s a safe bet that the next developer will claim they need a height limit higher than 85 feet to maintain profitability. Many neighbors whose homes are perched on a hill within Allied Gardens and the Old Cliffs Mobile Home Park have a spectacular view of the San Diego River, its wildlife and Admiral Baker Golf Course. Any 85-foot structure on the site would forever change the community character by permanently walling off their views. There is no ideal solution for our community, but we know from past experience that simply saying “no” usually does not work. The developer should not be granted an 85-foot height variance for the proposed development. It seems fair to start the discussion at the current 30-foot height limit as stated in the community plan. Limiting any proposed height variance would make a significant dent in the projected population density. Even so, the community has serious concerns about the increased density because they are not convinced that the funding necessary to mitigate the negative impacts from the development will ever be available. The last issue is a bit more complex. As proposed, Shawnee at Riverbend would make significant changes to the floodplain of the San Diego River. The developer is quick to point out that it makes no change to the current flow of the stream bed. Maybe not, but the San Diego River is more than the current path of water. We all know that it changes according to season and year-byyear. Sometimes the river is 10-feet across and other times its currents are hundreds of feet wide. For construction purposes, the developer is seeking approval to grade approximately 110,000 cubic feet of earth to elevate their development above of the flood zone. Given the property’s location in the floodplain, moving this much earth is sure to have many unintended consequences, including changes to river flow, velocity, temperature, inviting invasive non-native plants, and potential flooding to surrounding areas that may not otherwise have flooded. Compounding the issue – this portion of the San Diego River has already been negatively affected by past mining operations. Mining operators of the 1950s left an environmental mess and walked away. It needs repair and the developer is taking a pass, claiming the firm isn’t required to restore the river to its original habitat. They didn’t cause the problem and they’re not going to fix it. As a gesture of good will, they say they’ll replant native vegetation but will ignore the environmental quagmire left in the wake of the mining operation. That’s either a band-aid or a drop in the bucket - you pick the analogy. Community leaders and those who are engaged in cleaning up the San Diego River propose a better solution. They have asked the developer to contribute less than half a percent of the value of the developed land, only $5 million, to a San Diego River mitigation fund. This could go a long way in helping to improve that portion of the River. Future developers choosing to develop along this portion of the River could be held to the same standard. Asking future developers to assess themselves a small amount (.5 percent) for a clean and safe river environment adds financial value for the developer and benefits the entire community. It’s time for Urban Housing Partners to come back to the table where there is room for environmental responsibility, community character and profitability. Anthony Wagner Vice Chair of the Navajo Community Planners, Vice President of the Allied Gardens Community Council, member of the San Diego River Park Foundation and a third generation resident of Allied Gardens / Grantville
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Barbara, from page 2 boys and girls will grow up loving to fish instead of spending their time on inappropriate activities. San Diego Youth Service Day was May 19. A group of 100 parents and children worked to beautify Lake Murray. LPL Financial lead by Francisco Campos sponsored the event and the City of San Diego was the host (that is speak for lake staff: Reservoir Keeper Gayle Havens, Lake Aide Karen Ibach and Lake Aide Brianna McCullum). LPL Financial’s large group washed picnic tables and benches. They also painted them with paint that the Friends of Lake Murray donated. The youngsters mulched the trees and plants in the parking lot at the Kiowa Street entrance to the lake…they even picked up trash. This was another activity that brought families together for an enjoyable day. Giving a shameless plea for one more parent and child bonding event is the “Friends” annual “I Love a Clean San Diego.” It will occur Sept. 15 from 9 a.m. to noon. There will be notices online later to sign up early. We will have snacks and water plus other refreshments. We really want children to participate. Schools, churches, scouts and other youth oriented groups will be notified. Lets get the lake really clean and get rid of the fishing line that hurts and kills some of the birds and other wildlife. Have you noticed the orange mile markers on
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the road? How could you not? Lake Aide 2 Karen Ibach painted them. It should make it easier for everyone to figure out the mileage. The lake road has almost always had mile markers on the road but they didn’t grab the attention like Karen’s work. Summer is here and people aren’t picking up after their dogs again. Sometimes the road is like a minefield that bikers, strollers, and runners have to navigate around…not fun. Have you seen the baby osprey? The nest with two baby red tailed hawks moving around? Assistant reservoir keeper Ruben Nava said that there are two great blue herons nests in a eucalyptus tree in the grassy area by the restrooms near the main parking lot. I don’t how long these fledglings will be fledglings but they are fun to watch. I have always wondered why most people don’t see what is around them at Lake Murray…specifically, birds, plants, trees and other animals. I take that back. They see coyotes and, most of the time, rattlesnakes. Then I got my iPod and I zoned out to music. But I was lucky that long ago some biologists pointed out the wild flowers, bushes and trees and named them. I have forgotten some of it, but it is fun to know their identities especially when they are in bloom. Our July 19 speaker at the Friends of Lake Murray meeting will be Warren Schmidtmann. He is a Field Botanist for the San Diego Natural History Museum and monitors rare plants, surveys
vegetation and does mapping. He has worked for the state, federal and non-profit agencies. Warren said that he would visit Lake Murray to take photos of plants we see there, show them to us and maybe we can remember their names. Meet the Friends at St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church on the corner of Wandermere and Park Ridge Boulevard at 5 p.m. For more information call Barbara at (619) 463-9706.
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SCAC, from page 6 in response to the many complaints about air quality, noise and aesthetics. More information is available at www.energy.ca.gov/quailbrush. You can also call 800-822-6228. On Monday, July 16, two traffic issues in San Carlos may be scheduled by NCPI. The first is a proposed increase of the speed limit from 35 to 40 mph on Cowles Mtn. Boulevard, from Navajo Road to Rainswept Lane. Opposition by residents has been expressed to the NCPI Chair. The second is a proposed increase of the speed limit from 25 to 30 mph on Wandermere Drive, between Park Ridge Boulevard and Golfcrest Drive. The SCAC is opposed to this, since it’s in the area of Green Elementary School. We worked with residents and NCPI to get Stop signs installed on Wandermere Drive at the Belle Glade intersection to slow down traffic and it’s working. Please plan to attend this NCPI meeting to express your opinion for or against these proposals. The agenda should be available 72 hours before the meeting at navajoplanners.org. If you would like to receive information about speakers, meeting reminders and agendas and other local news, please send an e-mail message to jfpilch@ hotmail.com and request that your name be added to the SCAC Interested Party email list. Rest assured that your privacy will be respected and neither your name nor your email address will be shared with anyone. Messages are sent “Bcc” to prevent you from being spammed. Finally, if you have an issue you wish us to consider or just have a question about the community, please contact me at (619) 462-1408 or by email at jfpilch@hotmail.com. Thank you.
DCAC, from page 6 donate in support of the concert. Our long-time Police Community Relations Officer, Ed Zwibel, was asked by the Chief of Police to implement and assist with some larger city-wide community partnership programs, and to be a sort of community relations “coordinator.” In the interim, Lt. Mark Saunders is overseeing the community relations program within the San Diego Police Department’s Eastern Division. He may be contacted at mrsaunders@pd.sandiego.gov. Remember, there will no collection of trash, recyclables, and yard waste on Wednesday, July 4. Our collection day will be Saturday, July 7. The city’s Traffic Engineering Department is updating speed surveys in the Navajo Area. There are several streets in San Carlos where the speed limit is being raised. The city is required by the state to update speed surveys every five years. This often results in speed limits being raised. College Avenue through Del Cerro is a prime example. Several years ago the speed limit was raised from 35 to 40 mph on both sides of the street. The average speed for 85 percent of the vehicles measured determines what the posted speed should be and therefore becomes radar enforceable. We will let you know if there are any streets in Del Cerro that may be impacted. There are some variables that weighed in determining the posted speed limit. The farmers’ market at Pershing Middle School continues this summer every Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. This weekly event is sponsored by the Pershing Middle School Foundation. You are encouraged to park in the lot at the very west end of the school property, off San Carlos Drive. With school out, there are a number of children playing in our neighborhoods. Please drive carefully and watch out for bicyclists and skateboarders. Let us hear from you. Our website is continually updated. You may contact us directly through that site at delcerroactioncouncil.org. If you have a community event or activity let us know as well. We can probably help you promote it. Also visit the Navajo Community Planners, Inc. website at Navajoplanners.com for land-use related information.
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PHHS STUDENTS EARN TRIPLE E AWARD Excellence, Ethics and Enterprise are the cornerstones of the Triple E award and 16 Patrick Henry High School students were recognized for their outstanding efforts in academics and community service. PHHS seniors who were honored include Donner Goode, Juliette Diveley, Brenda Corona and Sharona Silverstien. Juniors were Brooke Ronney, Joey Gross, Matt Honig, Madelyn Pownceby, Whitney Chiraboga, Duncan Moore and Tessa Mykel. Sophomores were Lindsay Brown and John Moore, and freshmen were Courtney Gilbert, Alexandra Kelley and Haley Val Baale. “This was an incredible group of students who have collectively volunteered hundreds of hours to give back to this community,” said Roger Jaffe, a Patrick Henry teacher and a Triple E Committee member. “I was reviewing their resumes and accomplishments and I don’t know where they find the time, but they do. They are outstanding students and citizens.” Patrick Henry as a way to highlight student community involvement and achievement as an expression of care and concern for others and our environment.
AGCC, from page 6 at 6 p.m. As there are two other action items regarding Grantville to be heard that night, the starting time of the meeting was adjusted to accommodate this very full agenda. The other two projects involve a request for expansion of the Blue Agave Night Club (located in the shopping center across the street from Carl Jr.’s restaurant) and a rezone of a vacant lot at 6736 Mission Gorge Road (above the Admiral Baker Field and close to Emiliano’s Mexican restaurant) from single family to multifamily residential. I have been assured that the Shawnee Project will be heard at 7 p.m. As any of these meeting times and agendas are subject to change, please check to see if the agenda item you are concerned about is still scheduled to be heard. AGCC will try to keep our website (www.alliedgardens.org) updated, but you can also check the City of San Diego Planning Groups website at www.sandiego.gov/planning or call (619) 235-5200 for information regarding any changes to the NCPI agenda, especially several days prior to the meeting. The Planning Commission hearing will be held at the City of San Diego Administration Building (202 C St.) in the Council Chambers (12th Floor) July 26. Again, check the San Diego Planning Commission Hearing schedule at planningcommission@sandiego.gov or call (619) 321-3208 for any changes to that schedule. Past concerns of residents about the Shawnee Project have been directed toward the amount of traffic, height of the buildings to be constructed and impacts to the San Diego River. Therefore, the attendance of the community is essential. Here are three opportunities to have your questions and concerns addressed. If you cannot attend the AGCC Special Town Hall Meeting, please plan to attend either one or both of the other meetings in July. Your voice needs to be heard and is important in the decision making process regarding this project, as well as others.
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SOARING ABOVE CHALLENGES Bill Lundstrom Shows Strength of Spirit By Mike Stetz Bill Lundstrom doesn’t remember the accident. He can’t even recall what he did most of that day. He remembers having breakfast, but after that, nothing. He doesn’t remember riding his motorcycle to Julian with his buddy. Doesn’t remember having apple pie. He has no memory of getting on the bike to go back home or seeing a car suddenly make a left-hand turn into his lane... He woke up three weeks later from a medically induced coma and knew immediately he was not the Bill Lundstrom received the Spirit Award June 1 same man. He was paralyzed from from the Sharp HealthCare Foundation. the waist down. He had suffered a brain injury. He had had a stroke. He couldn’t talk. He couldn’t swallow. It was 10 years ago. He was 27. When people talk of comebacks, they often refer to athletes coming back from a down year or an injury. Or an actor coming back from of a flop and starring in a gem. Lundstrom’s comeback is more inspiring. And, fittingly, it has been recognized. The College Area resident was honored at the Sharp HealthCare Foundation’s 2012 Victories of Spirit event held June 1. Along with three others, he was honored with the Eagle Spirit Award. This annual ceremony, now in its 22nd year, celebrates former rehabilitation patients who have made great personal achievements and helped others. It’s little wonder that Lundstrom was honored. In the decade since his accident, he’s fought hard to help those with similar injuries to enjoy a more vibrant lifestyle. For instance, he started a nonprofit called Fighting Chair See LUNDSTROM page 18 Alexis Ronney
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City Council City Council District 7 candidate Scott Sherman won his race outright, besting his closest competitor, Mat Kostrinsky, with 50.17 percent of the vote. Sherman received 15,571 votes while Kostrinsky came in with 12,460. Sherman needed to maintain 50 percent plus one vote to win. Current District 7 City Councilperson Marti Emerald handily won the newly drawn District 9 seat with 72.14 percent of the vote. The only other candidate in the District 9 race, Mateo Camarillo, received just 27.86 percent of the vote. Sherman and Emerald begin their terms after their Dec. 3 inauguration.
Mayor Current City Councilperson Carl DeMaio was the top vote-getter in the race for mayor with 31.43 percent. California Congressman Bob Filner came in second with 30.47 percent, which means DeMaio and Filner will face off in the general election Nov. 6. State Assemblyman Nathan Fletcher, who recently split from the Republican Party, received 24.11 percent, and District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis garnered 13.28 percent.
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Here are just a few ways Ideal has contributed to the community: Donation of electrical and plumbing pro bono work at Mission Trails Park. Ideal’s electricians connected a new solar-powered irrigation time clock, fixed a pump for their water feature the flume, repaired outdoor lighting, added LED Lighting, and handled other electrical needs. Ideal’s plumbers installed a large icemaker for staff and service this filter annually. Donation and installation of a heating and air conditioning system to convert two rooms beneath the amphitheatre at Mt. Helix Park. Don Teemsma Plumbing repairs to the water system at Allied Gardens Little League. Sponsorship of SpringFest Burma Shave signs along Navajo Road and participation in the annual parade. Partnership with the Make-A-Wish Foundation to grant a Fallbrook teen’s wish for a complete kitchen makeover, which included new granite countertops, a new stainless steel gourmet sink, Grohe faucet, and water lines for an icemaker. Also included were new appliances: a refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave and range. Special extras added were kitchen tools, such as knives, pots, pans, cooking utensils and a gift certificate to a cooking school. On Jan. 14, Ideal sent a plumber with his truck and tools to volunteer at the San Diego Boy Scouts’ camp at Mataguay Scout Ranch. Because Indian Rock Camp Headquarters at Mataguay had been damaged by fire, Ideal donated the parts, materials and labor for a new water heater and faucet while providing instruction for Boy Scouts from Troops 978 and 386 for the plumbing merit badge. Ideal president Don Teemsma said the aforementioned experiences are harmonious with a quotation found in the company’s office: “I’m not here just to make a living; I’m here to make a difference. Who I am makes a difference.” “Doing good work builds team spirit within our organization,” said Teemsma, who belongs to Rotary International. “These experiences create a culture of service at Ideal and help employees look outward and focus on others’ needs instead of their own.”
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WHERE TO WATCH JULY 4TH FIREWORKS By Jen Van Tieghem Just because Lake Murray’s closed for business on July 4th doesn’t mean you have to sit in front of the TV to see pyrotechnics. We’ve compiled a list of hot spots around San Diego that offer brightly lit Independence Day views.
The 12th Annual “Big Bay Boom” Fireworks Show
9 p.m. On all locations around North San Diego Bay and the Imperial Beach Pier.
Annual 4th of July Picnic & Fireworks at Kennedy Park, El Cajon
Picnic starts at noon, fireworks at 9 p.m. Kennedy Park is located at 1675 E. Madison Ave.
Maritime Museum, San Diego Bay
The observation deck of the museum’s historic 1898 steam ferry Berkeley provides a spectacular view of the fireworks show over San Diego Bay. A delicious BBQ dinner will be provided at two seatings – one from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and the other from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Fireworks viewing are included with museum admission and guests are welcome to watch fireworks from several ships as well as the new mooring platform located directly behind the Berkeley. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. Prices for dinner purchased in advance online are $30 for adults and $18 children 12 and under. Tickets purchased on a walk up basis will be $35 for adults and $23 for children 12 and under. Kids 5 & under are free.
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GRINDS WITH ALOHA SPIRIT IN GRANTVILLE By Jen Van Tieghem Chris’ Ono Grinds deserves its name. For those unfamiliar with Hawaiian terminology, “ono” is Hawaiian for “delicious,” and “grinds” is local slang for food. And eh, brah, Chris’ makes good on its promise. Tucked away from the much busier Mission Gorge Road, Wriston’s restaurant stands out amid its industrial neighbors. Patrons are treated to décor with island flair, a family-friendly atmosphere and ono local Hawaiian eats. Large portions and a welcoming environment help conjure the aloha spirit at Chris’ Ono Grinds. It’s easy to see how the restaurant has garnered quite a loyal following. Owner Chris Wriston’s unpretentious air sets diners immediately at ease. He’s the everyman at his restaurant – he does everything from take orders to bus tables. He even has his sweet mom greeting diners with a smile. Wriston’s work ethic makes sense – he has a lot invested in this business. What started as appearances at local farmers’ markets and a catering business has grown into a full-fledged dining establishment. Chris’ Ono Grinds is located at the former home of Souper Bowl, a local diner that had been on Mission Gorge since the ‘70s. Wriston overhauled the spot, utilizing the large kitchen to his advantage and filling the spot with tikis, surfboards and shots of various surf spots around the world. The eclectic menu at Chris’ Ono Grinds offers traditional dishes with contemporary twists. When I visited the restaurant, my companions and I selected different choices so we could try a little of everything. We weren’t disappointed – Wriston’s creations are made from scratch and feature fresh ingredients with a dedication to superior quality. My editor, who was along for the ride, is a former islander and was quick to pick out the Loco Moco. This Hawaiian staple comprises two fried eggs on a grilled hamburger patty smothered in savory brown gravy on fluffy white rice. With a hearty helping of “mac salad” on the side – locals in the know abbreviate the “macaroni” – Chris’ plates give you taste and value.
Coronado
Coronado boasts a day full of events for the 4th. The action gets a grand finale at 9 p.m. with Fireworks Over Glorietta Bay/San Diego Bay Music by: 105.7 The Walrus FM radio.
Seaworld San Diego
Their special fireworks display, Into the Blue Fireworks, begins around 9:30 p.m. San Diegans can view the display for free from Mission Bay Park or enjoy the show from inside SeaWorld. Their fireworks show continues at 9:50 p.m. daily until Sept. 3.
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Fireworks will start about 8:30 p.m. for LEGOLAND’s Red, White and BOOM! Celebration. View for free from nearby or spend the day at LEGOLAND before sitting back and enjoying the lights.
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Longhorn Cafe Adds New Touches but Old West Character Remains By Mike Stetz Walk into the Longhorn Cafe & Saloon and the first thing you wonder: “Should I have worn spurs?” It’s part bar and grill and part cowboy museum. You want character? Well, this joint has character, pilgrim. One section is called the “John Wayne Room” because it’s loaded with John Wayne memorabilia, including life-sized posters of the “Duke.” The bar and grill has been in a strip mall on Mission Gorge Road in Grantville since 1968, according to the
My other dining partner ordered the ahi poke, which was quite a substantial dish, compared to other ahi dishes around town. The ahi slices came with an ono sauce made of sesame, soy, ginger, onions and more. The clam chowder side – not exactly a Hawaiian mainstay – earned its place among the other usual suspects. The soup was rich, creamy and exceptionally flavored. For my own meal I chose the kalua pig sandwich, served on a thick hoagie roll with lettuce, tomatoes, red onion and ginger-garlic aioli. The meat was a tender combination of sweet and salty flavors, and reflected the care Chris’ Ono Grinds takes with its authentic recipes. The slow-braised meat spends nine hours soaking in pineapple juice for a refreshing citrus kick with every bite. For my side, I enjoyed the soft sweet-potato medallions with sauteed onions – a unique treat that complimented my selection. Other items of note include the Huli Huli Chicken, Lava Salmon and an assortment of craft beers, including Californian and Hawaiian selections. If you’re a fan of live entertainment with ono cuisine, music nights are the last Friday of each month. From 6 to 9 p.m. you can check out local artists and enjoy drink specials. Chris’ Ono Grinds celebrates its first anniversary in July. Follow them on Facebook for details on the oneyear celebration, which will include music, free food, and specials on beer, wine and sangria. Chris’ Ono Grinds Café & Grill 4651 Mission Gorge Place San Diego, CA 92120 (619) 794-2060 Hours: Monday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. http://onogrindscafe.com Ambiance: 4 out of 5 scoops Food: 4 out of 5 scoops Overall: 4 out of 5 scoops Price: $$ out of $$$$$
lettering on the window. Or is that a typo? Should it read 1868? But the timeless, quirky place is evolving. There’s a new sheriff in town. Owned by the same family for more than 40 years, the Longhorn Cafe was sold about a year ago to Paul and Bettyann Bernhardt and Toby Taki. But don’t worry. They aren’t messing with the bar and grill’s unique Gunsmoke-like character. They’re simply adding some modern touches, such as an outdoor patio and more flat-screen TVs and upgraded furnishings and free Wi-Fi. As Paul notes, if they would have done a major makeover, the regulars would “found a tall tree” and performed an act of western-style justice. “It’s a friendly comfortable place and we wanted to keep it that way,” he said. So on the wall, the cowboy pictures remain. Same with the wanted poster of Bill Doolin, a “Notorious Robber of Trains and Banks.” One plaque on the wall offers hot baths for 20 cents. But a used one only costs a nickel. Paul and Taki have a lot of experience in the bar business. Both worked for years at McGregor’s Grill and Ale House, a popular sports bar in Mission Valley. Paul was the bar manager; Taki was a bartender. They talked about getting their own place for a while, but couldn’t find the right one. They would walk in and it just didn’t feel right. Then they learned that Longhorn Cafe was for sale. See LONGHORN page 15
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WICKEDLY WORTH IT By Genevieve Suzuki
If you’re into Broadway musicals, you’ve seen Wicked at least once, maybe even twice. You may think, “Eh, already have the soundtrack. It’s the same thing I listen to all the time.” But to dismiss Wicked this time around would be to do yourself and the immensely popular musical a wickedly huge disservice. After all, not only is the cast top notch – the two leads have actually performed the roles on Broadway – but seeing this story in person really drives home its message of friendship and goodness. Emily Ferranti, the actor who plays Wicked Witch of the West Elphaba’s wheelchair-bound sister, Nessarose, still remembers when she first saw Wicked onstage. “I cried,” she said. “I was immediately obsessed, like most of us.” Ferranti’s Nessarose isn’t as sympathetic as you would think she would be. “When I was learning the role, I was intrigued by the emotional intensity she had,” said Ferranti. “I was excited to play a girl who was driven by such anger.” Ferranti successfully conveys that passion in her portrayal. Despite her inability to walk, Nessarose’s fiercely stubborn streak allows her to control many around her, whether for good or bad. A wicked witch who may not be so wicked, a good witch who may not be so good, and a physically challenged future Wicked Witch of the East who is certainly not challenged – all just part of the lesson you take home from Wicked, according to Ferranti. “People may not be what they appear to be at first glance,” said Ferranti. “Most of the time they’re misunderstood.” Wicked is at the San Diego Civic Theatre through July 15. A day-ofperformance lottery ticket drawing is being offered for each performance. Two and one-half hours prior to each performance, people who present themselves at the Civic Theatre box office will have their names placed in a lottery drum; thirty minutes later, names will be drawn for a limited number of orchestra seats at $25 each, cash only. This lottery is available only in-person at the box office, with a limit of two tickets per person. Lottery participants must have a valid photo ID when submitting their entry form, if chosen, when purchasing tickets.
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YOUR ADORABLE PETS After receiving a number of submissions – all of which are much too cute to not publish – we are proud to introduce our inaugural Adorable Pet: Frank. Frank’s owner, Ellen Hayes, submitted his photo after being urged by her roommate to participate. “Frank is a rescued Tibetan Terrier who has the most human eyes, and [that’s] why I trim the fur around his eyes so he can see better and people can see those limpid eyes,” wrote Hayes. “Everyone who meets him falls in love.” Hayes said she is thinking of training Frank to cheer people up in senior homes or hospitals. Keep those submissions coming! Even if your pet isn’t in this month’s issue, she may just turn up next time around. Send your photos to Gen@MissionTimesCourier.com.
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS WHEN BOARDING YOUR DOG By Sari Reis Many people are choosing to have their canine kids accompany them on their summer travels. For others, however, having Fido on the trip is not a viable option. If your “furry kid” is not joining you this year, you may be considering boarding. But not all boarding facilities are created equal. There are several things to consider when choosing which facility would be the best fit. Assuming your dog is healthy, well-socialized, and adaptable to new situations, the first thing to consider is whether you prefer a kennels or cage –free facility. Some places offer your dog the opportunity to be free to interact with other dogs the entire time he is there. Others offer rooms, kennels, and runs of various sizes where the dog spends most of his day, but comes out for potty breaks, exercise, and play a few times each day. Several facilities offer a combination of both. Your dog’s sociability, age, energy level and personality will help you determine what is best for him. Regardless which option you choose, consider the following criteria: cleanliness, ratio of staff to dogs, qualifications of staff, level of overnight supervision, veterinary coverage, separate play areas for large and small dogs, adequate space to prevent overcrowding, enriched environment, safety record, amount of one-on-one time with staff, quality of food provided, (unless you can provide your own), ability to administer medications (if necessary), and dog handling techniques, (look for positive reinforcement). Ask for references and check them out. The best boarding facilities will want to see a vaccination record which includes up to date rabies, Bordatella and DHLPP shots. They will also want to perform a behavior assessment and many will require your dog spend a few hours with them to see if he fits into their environment. This is a good thing. You should always do a trial stay before you leave your dog for any length of time. Cost is another consideration. Overnight visits can range from $34 up to $100 per day. Be sure to find out what is included in the price. Many places include food, playtime, exercise, bathing, training and more in their basic price. Others require an additional payment for each of these things. Prices often are higher for holidays and for administering medications, so be sure to ask. Also, find out if they give a price reduction for a second dog (if you have one), or, if you supply your own food. Amenities vary at each facility with some offering web cams, one-on-one training, flat screen TVs, organized play sessions, grooming, swimming pools, treats, private suites with windows, etc. All places will supply beds and toys and bowls for your pooch but many will permit you to bring your own, which increases your dog’s comfort level. Most importantly, remember, this is your “furry kid” and he deserves the best you can provide. Perform your due diligence to ensure his vacation will be as good as yours. Sari Reis is a Certified Humane Education Specialist and the Owner of Mission Valley Pet Sitting Services. For more information please contact her at (760) 644-0289 or www.missionvalleypetsitting.com.
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WHERE TO PARK THE PETS By Kathy Crawford Summer’s here, bringing with it family vacations. But what to do with the cat, dog or bird? There are many options for pet owners, ranging from in-home care to a wide range of boarding options. Ask friends and neighbors for referrals. Check the Internet for local listings of pet hotels, pet sitters, boarding kennels, doggie day care, or veterinary hospitals. Before booking the reservation, check out the facility before leaving your precious pet. Go online and read reviews by other people who have used the services of the particular location. And visit the location ahead of time, asking to see the areas where your pet would stay while you’re gone. Consider what type of services will best suit your family and pet. Many local vets offer boarding services for pets that need medical support while you’re gone. There are many safe, clean and well-run places, where your pet will be happy and well cared for, but do your homework first. The list below offers a few options, but does not imply endorsement by the La Mesa Courier.
Camp Bow Wow
1677 N. Marshall, El Cajon (619-448-9663) www.campbowwow.com/us/ca/elcajon/ The camp offers day care and overnight boarding with “camper cams” in a climate controlled facility. The dogs have indoor and outdoor play areas for daily play.
Fon-Jon Pet Care Center
5050 Santa Fe St., San Diego (858-273-2266) www.fonjonpetcare.com The center has been in business for 50 years and offers dog and cat boarding, daycare and dog training services. The animals have separate “condos” and daily activities keep them healthy and happy.
La Mesa Pet Hotel
8126 Center Drive, La Mesa (888-370-0547) www.lamesapethotel.com The La Mesa Pet Hotel has been in business for 50 years serving the La Mesa community. They offer dog and cat daycare or longer stays in heated/air conditioned quarters.
Paws Pet Sitting
6977 Navajo Road, San Diego (619-825-9339) www.pawspetsitting.biz Pet sitting in your home, daily walks for dogs, and additional services available for traveling families. The company is a member of several professional pet sitting associations.
Spring Creek Kennel and Cattery
9279 Campo Road, Spring Valley (619-463-1722) www.springcreekkennel.com Dog and cat boarding and day care services are available with “Special Time” recreation activities, special diets if necessary and door-to-door pickup and delivery service. The company has been in operation since 1983.
Our Feathered Friends
4420 Rainier Ave., San Diego (619-280-5134) www.ourfeatheredfriends.com Our Feathered Friends offers a perch for your own feathered friend while you fly off on vacation. They offer cages for all birds, from finches to macaws. The boarding facility is separate from the retail store, and Friends provides seed, fruits and veggies twice daily for their guests. They also make allowances for birds on special diets. Daily rates vary from $4 for small birds to $10 for extra large birds, such as cockatoos.
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“It’s very important we look at this EIR because this is a massive expansion,” Collinsworth said. “When it was permitted in 1963, we had no idea we had a Trojan horse. Just 10 years later there had been an expansion, and now we’re looking at tripling the area of the landfill and quadrupling the daily tonnage. That’s just too much.” Mohr said after the meeting if the master planned EIR is approved and the 30-acre expansion is allowed it will “increase the capacity of the landfill almost double so the region will have disposal capacity for the next 30 to 40 years.” Mohr added the final EIR for Sycamore Landfill including the proposed expansion is scheduled to go before the City Planning Commission and City Council for final approval sometime this fall. Navajo’s Board voted to grant G&M Oil at 8780 Lake Murray Blvd. a conditional use permit (CUP) to allow beer and wine sales at a convenience store/ Chevron station now under construction at the southwest corner of Navajo Road and Lake Murray Boulevard. But planners attached a condition to that CUP approval, requiring owners to sell alcohol in bulk only. “Studies have come out showing a correlation between cooler space devoted to single-served beers, which can be immediately consumed on or near the premises, and scientific fact shows account for a disproportionate number of alcohol-related nuisance acts and crimes,” said vice chair Anthony Wagner. Wagner subsequently made a motion, supported by the group, to require convenience stores in the Navajo planning area to sell only manufacturer’s prepackaged quantities of alcohol, six packs or greater. “They can’t sell individual monster cans,” said boardmember Michael McSweeney. The advisory group also voted to meet in August, which is usually a dark month, because of busy agendas, and also voted to meet an hour early at 6 p.m. for the next couple of months at the group’s regularly scheduled monthly meetings on the third Monday of the month at Temple Emanu-El at 6299 Capri Dr.
“And it just felt right,” Taki said. And Paul’s wife, Bettyanne, grew up in the community, so she’s familiar with the bar and grill. So they took the plunge. They are hands-on owners and work at the place just about every day. They even tend bar. They are also seeking to maximize the cafe’s potential. They’re hoping to attract more families and have added a kid’s menu. They also feature some new salads and desserts. They’ve added eight more beers, too. But the regular fare – most importantly the popular burgers, including the Bison Burger – remains the same, they said. In the spirit of offering health-conscious choices, however, a turkey burger has been added to the lineup. “We want to be known as the friendly 40-yearold burger joint,” Paul said. By adding a few new touches, they hope to attract new customers. The outdoor patio features new and attractive furnishings and can seat 16. The owners also have added DirecTV and hope to bring in sports fans come football season. Before, the bar and grill didn’t sport many bells and whistles. It actually had an AM/FM radio for ambiance, Paul said. But this place is obviously big on tradition. Previous owner Gilbert Ambrose had a deep appreciation of the Old West, said Bill Hoard, a cook who’s been working at the bar and grill for 30 years. When Ambrose traveled, he would hit every ghost town he could find and look for Old West memorabilia, Hoard said. So the bar and grill became home to much of it. The John Wayne Room? Well, he obviously liked John Wayne. (Who doesn’t?) He even named his son “John,” Hoard said. The bar and grill is something of an institution in the community, Paul said. It was once popular with San Diego Chargers, such as former quarterback Dan Fouts, he noted. It’s been here so long that adults who came in as children are now bringing their children, he said. “We have multi-generations sitting at tables,” he said.
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Pipeline, from page 1 In October 2008, Pipeline 4 failed in a fairly remote section of Mission Trails Regional Park, near the San Diego River. After the failure, the Water Authority performed forensic analysis on the pipe and determined that a short section of the pipe needed to be urgently relined with steel. Subsequently, from midFebruary through mid-March 2009, the Water Authority relined approximately 1,200 feet of Pipeline 4 north and south of the San Diego River. This project is part of a proactive 30-year pipeline relining program that began in 1991 to reinforce these types of pipes with steel liners. These new liners are anticipated to increase the service life of the existing pipe, and are a quicker, more cost-effective alternative to excavating, removing, and replacing an entire pipeline, which can take up to a year to complete. To learn more about the pipeline relining project, please visit www.sdcwa.org/mission-trailslake-murray-pipeline-relining or email CIPinfo@sdcwa.org.
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an easy out for folks who don’t want to comply with [environmental] regulations or raise the money.” John Pilch, president of San Carlos Area Council, who has spearheaded Lake Murray’s Fourth of July fireworks show the past 15 years, said Gonzalez and his legal challenges to fireworks are entirely the reason why the show will not go on this Fourth of July. “We have the money,” said Pilch of the annual Lake Murray display, which costs about $20,000. “Last year we had fireworks only [without the music festival] because we didn’t want to get involved with special event permits, which was the subject of the [Gonzalez] litigation. We’re not doing our event this year because I don’t want to have personal liability exposure for putting on a fireworks show without an environmental review.” On June 15, Gonzalez and CERF won a victory when Superior Court Judge William Dato invalidated code amendments made by the city in 2011 designed to avoid assessments of fireworks under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQUA). The City of San Diego should have done an environmental review of those changes, ruled Dato, who put his ruling on hold until at least Sept. 7. Gonzalez said he will decide by June 22 whether to seek a restraining order to block this year’s Fourth of July show held annually at La Jolla Cove, which is around the corner from a protected underwater marine reserve. Pilch said this would have been Lake Murrays 15th annual Fourth of July fireworks show. “We’ve only had to cancel one year,” he said. “That was in 2004 when we didn’t have the funding.” Whether Lake Murray fireworks will go on in years to come is up to the legal system, said Pilch. “Rather than going forward, we’re waiting for the court to make a decision, and waiting for the city to do their program [environmental impact report], so we can use that program EIR for our event,” he said. In order for Lake Murray to do its own environmental study, it would “add a minimum of $25,000 to $30,000 for a consultant to do the study, put together a document and EIR, publicize that EIR letting people weigh in with comments and responding to those comments, before a final EIR is completed,” said Pilch. “It takes a lot of time and money,” he said. “We may have the time. Money is the prohibitive factor.”
Sports, which allowed for those with spinal cord injuries to go ocean sport fishing. He cofounded a wheelchair lacrosse league. And he’s a board member of HeadNorth, which helps those with spinal cord injuries regain their lives. According to the organization, there are as many as 3,000 survivors of spinal cord injuries living in San Diego County. “My life is too short to sit at home and not get out and live it,” Lundstrom said. Jerome Stenehjem, the medical director of the Sharp Memorial Rehabilitation Center where Lundstrom underwent care, said Lundstrom is a rare human being. “He’s not defined by his disabilities,” Stenehjem said. “He’s moved on with a measure of confidence and grace that you rarely see. He’s very special.” These injuries can, of course, cause zap the very life out of people. “It’s a tremendous challenge,” Stenehjem said. “He makes it look easy. And it’s not easy.” Lundstrom certainly didn’t have it easy – not from the beginning. His very survival was in question, given the extent of his injuries. “I was in pretty rough shape,” he said. The most frustrating part was he couldn’t communicate. His thoughts were lucid, but he couldn’t speak or use his hands to write. His family and friends were a big help, he said. They were constantly present at the Palomar Medical Center, which is where he had been sent after the accident. Through them, he began understanding the extent of his injuries. He was also allowed to have a say in where he would do his rehab: Either locally or in some other part of the country. He wanted to stay close to home, so he went to the Sharp facility, which is where he spent the
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next two months relearning basic skills, such as speaking. Initially, he was bitter and depressed, which is to be expected. He held anger toward the woman driver who hit him. But, in time, he moved on. “My life is too short to think about that anymore,” he said. Instead, he went about living life. For instance, as soon as he was released from rehab, he and a friend [who happens to be a Chicago Bears fan] went to see the Green Bay Packers take on the Bears at Lambeau Field in Green Bay. “It’s the coldest I ever been in my life,” he joked. But it proved to him that he could indeed reclaim his life. A civil engineer, he went back to work. A fisherman, he went fishing again. But there was a problem with that – it was difficult for him to get around in the boat. So his dad bought a bigger boat that was able to accommodate him. But Lundstrom didn’t think it was fair that he alone got this perk. That’s why he started Fighting Chair Sports, which offered free fishing trips to people in similar conditions. Unfortunately, the boat proved too expensive for the family to keep. Lundstrom didn’t stop there. He and a buddy, Ryan Baker, learned that there was no organized wheelchair lacrosse league in the nation, so the two of them started one. “Right now, it’s a labor of love, but I hope it can become more.” On the personal side, in the ensuing years, he started his own civil engineering business, got married and now has a 2-year-old son. Some kind of a comeback, no? “When I got stuck in this position, a lot of people helped me,” he said. “So I want to help others. It’s sort of what you’re supposed to do, right?”
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Keith Everett Construction and Handyman Service: All phases of home remodeling and repair. Window and door replacement specialist. Repair or build any style of fence, deck, or patio cover. Kitchen and bath remodels. Senior discount, references. No job too small. Lic #878703. Call 619-255-3499. (3/13)
Handyman/Carpentry: Repair and replacement of plumbing, electrical repair, installation of water heaters, doors, windows, cabinets, flooring, fencing. Pressure washing of driveways, all phases of home repair. And remodel including kitchen and bathroom remodel. No job too small, free estimates. Raised in Allied Gardens, 17 years in construction. Dan Paterson 619-481-9978. (8/12)
For Rent Senior Living 62+. Studio, 1BR & 2BR. $720-$1235/ month. Pool & Spa. No Pets. Non-Smoking. San Carlos 619-461-4111. (7/12)
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Bathtubs & Sinks Refinished like new without removal. Thirty years experience – same owner. Lic #560438. Call “Cory Tate” Bathtubs & Sinks Refinishing at 619-464-5141. (2/13) Roofing, licensed, bonded, second generation Allied Gardens roofer. Over 100 homes in Allied Gardens roofed. Repairs, all types of roofing. Free estimates. Call 619-287-7149. (1/13) Sing! Sing! Sing! Grow your voice! Breathing techniques; increase range. Have fun while you learn. Take VOICE LESSONS with Susan Simmons. 858-3498490 for appointment. (12/12) Painting int. & ext. 32 years. Ceilings, floors, cabinets. Quality work, reasonable, clean. LC# 620471. Call 619-674-6373. (11/12) Roy L. Schwarz Tree Service. I.S.A. Certified Arborist. Dependable service since 1977. 60-foot aerial truck. WE-6180A. Lic #775662. 619-282-3562. ARoyLTreeSVC.com. (10/12)
TOOLS ONLY GARAGE SALE - Hand tools, circular saw, router, various other items. Saturday July 7 from 8am to noon. Del Cerro 5615 Regis Ave. (7/12)
Honor Guard Roofing since 1993. Allied Gardens, family owned, repairs and all types of roofing. Free estimates. Call 619-229-9112. (10/12)
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German Setter Tile and Marble. Professional marble/ tile setter with 26 years experience. European craftsmanship. Punctual & dependable. License #872804. Contact Jens Sedemund: 619-415-6789 or jens@germansetter.com. (10/12)
Jenna’s Barber Shoppe. Styling for men, women & children. Wheelchair friendly. Old time expert haircuts at affordable prices. Colors & perms. 7424 Jackson Dr.#1A (across from Keil’s in Bank of America lot) TuesFri., 8:30-5:30pm; Sat. 8:30-noon. Walk-ins or By appt., 619-644-3669. (1/13) Gardening Service: Lawns, hedges, weeding, trimming, we do it all! 25 years experience, Allied Gardens resident since 1983. Weekly/bi-weekly service. Licensed/insured. Free estimates. 619-287-6947 (07/13) ROOFER, Lic.#863660, Honest & Reliable, repair termite damage, install skylights, seamless gutters, custom sheet metal. No job too small, free estimates. Call Tim Walford, Ph. #619-992-7508 (5/13) Pet/Housesitting Services. Est. 1983, Bonded. Pet-tenders offers feeding, walking, plant care, housesitting-and above all...spoiling...in your own home! www.pet-tenders.com 619-298-3033. (04/13) Locksmith - Discount Deadbolts & Rekeying security door viewers, patio door locks, simulated alarms, magnetic door stops. Cliff Henderson 619-8403327 - Lic #LCO4353 - Bonded - Never a trip charge! (4/13) Contractor/Handyman, Most Trades. Licensed, Bonded and Insured. No Job too Small. Call Bill. 619-698-0375, Cell 619-895-7119 (4/13) Quality exterior carpentry. Decks, Fences, Patio Covers and Termite Repair. Lic365241. www. aactionbuildersofsandiego.com. Bob 619-275-1493 (4/13) Flute/Piano Instruction. 32 years experience. Beginner to advanced. Music Education. B.A. Degree.
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Computer Repair – Set Up – Tune Up. PC HELP for Families, Seniors, Home Offices. Trusted in homes for over 25 years. BBB & CA Lic #81527. Call 619-992-5882. (8/12) Lori’s Housecleaning. Reliable, quality work. Reasonable prices. 619-582-9586 (8/12) Wallcovering Contractor-Enhance the beauty and value of your home! Removal, prep and installation. Precise, superior workmanship by Mr. Elisha Blatt, Lic.# 644396. Discounts on wallcoverings available. Free estimates. 619-582-4449 (07/12) Carpet cleaning by Tim the owner operator. A 12-year veteran carpet cleaner backs all his service commitments up with a 100% money-back guarantee. A happy customer is a future client. 619-772-4764. www. trulycleancarpets.com BBB affiliate. (7/12) Sing! Sing! Sing! Grow your voice! Take voice lessons with Susan Simmons, New Expressions School of Music, 4434 30th Street. Call 858-349-8490 for appointment. (7/12) Landscape maintenance, installations, repairs, sprinklers, shrubs, lighting a specialty, residential & commercial. Business since 1979. Call Darrell 619-4019835 or 619-972-8744. (7/12) LOCAL EXPERT COMPUTER SERVICES- Home and Office. Build, Set-Up, Repair, Spyware Removal, Network Set -Up, Trouble Shooting, User Training. Free Systems Analysis for Offices. 619-922-3025 or dougtheitguy@rcrcomp.com. (7/12)
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Doula, from page 1 necting them with the natural experience of labor and childbirth. As a mother of two children, now adults, her own childbirth experiences were happy ones. “I loved being pregnant and having birth,” she said. “I would have done it many times if I didn’t have to raise them all.” Instead, she’s helped bring 87 other children into the world, including two of her three grandchildren. Kutner mainly works through the Hearts and Hands Volunteer Doula program offered through UCSD, but also accepts private clients. The time Kutner spends with each mother depends on their personal preference, and her presence is only meant to empower them. “I speak with the mothers in front of the health care providers to help them make their own decisions,” she said. “The moms really have the right and responsibility to understand what (the doctors) are suggesting, and what the risks, what the benefits and what the alternatives are to the suggested measures.” And while Kutner doesn’t like to dwell on the difficult births, she admitted there have been some pretty stressful moments over the past 11 years. Shoulder dystocia, which occurs when a baby’s shoulder gets stuck behind the mother’s pubic bone, ranks among the top. “I don’t know how you describe it,” Kutner said. “It’s just a situation that needs to be fixed quickly.” But even in tense times like those, Kutner is remembered by her clients most for her ability to remain calm, centered and strong throughout the entire process. Often, the rattled mothers will follow her cue. She credits that calming ability for her low C-Section rate, and said that when it has looked like a birth might end in a surgical delivery, she’s been able to help turn the situation around by suggesting various techniques or positions. But much of what makes a successful birth is the willingness to accept the situation at hand – whether that is a mother’s dream delivery or something less perfect. Kutner said while some women “want their epidural in the parking lot,” others see it as a failure when one was needed at all. “(Epidurals) are sometimes a perfect tool,” she said. “They do not need to be used as often as they are used, but there are times when it’s absolutely the perfect tool.” Whatever the decided upon method, Kutner said her job is to stay by the mother’s side at all times, and she enjoys every minute of it. “It really is a labor of love,” she said. “Every time I see it, it’s a miracle.” Interested mamas can reach Kutner at kutnerd@aol.com.
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NAVAJOCANYON REPUBLICAN WOMEN CELEBRATE 50 YEARS Since their founding in 1962 in the college area of San Diego, Republican women have gathered together to educate themselves on the political issues affecting the nation, share and promote their political views of individual liberty and responsibility, and to foster loyalty to the principles and candidates of the Republican Party. Stuffing envelopes, walking precincts, hosting outstanding speakers, campaign forums and social activities has kept the members busy and actively engaged. The club is part of the nationwide Federation of Republican Women, one of the largest national women’s organizations. Through good years and not so good years (politically speaking), the club has lived up to its informal motto: “Republican Women are the Life of the Party!” No luncheon meetings are planned for the summer, but work parties abound and voter registration continues, especially at the County Fair in Del Mar. We’ll celebrate our 50th Anniversary Aug. 18 at a wine-tasting party at San Pasqual Winery in La Mesa and conclude with our November Luncheon and Fashion Show, “Through the Years,” at Bali Hai on Shelter Island. We are working very hard to make sure that 2012 will be our best year yet, politically speaking. Membership in Navajo Canyon RWF is open to any woman who is a registered Republican. Annual dues are $30 for new members and our monthly luncheon meetings at The Brigantine cost $20. If you are interested in joining a group of civic-minded women who believe we can be a powerful force for good government, please contact our membership chairman, Sandy Rodriguez, at sandy@sandiegosand-castles.com, or call her at (619) 309-7405. For more information about NCRWF, please visit NavajoCanyonRWF.org.
Pro Development, from page 5 The Riverbend plan will transform what is currently a disposal yard into a source of local pride for future generations of San Diegans. It will create long and short term jobs, diverse housing options, and most importantly, river access where currently there is none. Without development, there is no opportunity for a river park. Sherman D. Harmer, Jr. President of Urban Housing Partners, Inc.
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THE ON STAYCATIONS SURFING FOR A BREAK
SAN DIEGO STAYCATIONS The term “staycation” refers to enjoying time away from work and school at home. While the purest use of the term would mean actually residing at home while venturing out to local attractions during the day, a staycation can also encompass staying just a couple of hours from home at a nearby town. Fortunately, San Diego has much to offer in the way of parks, beaches, museums and theme parks to keep us around – it’s easy to forget how lucky we are when we’re in an office working for that almighty dollar. If you want to skip on hotel costs, stay in San Diego and check out the following local bounty:
If you’re not the type to walk into a travel agency to book the trip or staycation of your dreams, the 21st century suits you. Thanks to the Internet, you can passive-aggressively pick and choose hotels, transportation and cities to explore. The following sites are helpful when planning your escape:
BALBOA PARK
www.balboapark.org San Diego is home to one of the most beautiful parks in the nation. Balboa Park offers shady grassy spots, a host of wonderful museums, snow cones and carousel rides. The park also features a number of fairs, cultural events and music concerts.
LA JOLLA BEACHES
Pack a picnic lunch and head up the coast to see some of the best beaches in the United States. Save a couple of bucks to buy a refreshing frozen fruit pop from an ice cream truck – do us a favor, though, and stay away from those rather aggressive seagulls. We’ve actually seen one abscond with a friend’s pina colada popsicle, wrapper and all. Guess even the gulls in La Jolla have expensive taste!
CORONADO ISLAND
www.coronadovisitorcenter.com Pop by for a nice stroll around one of San Diego’s prettiest cities. Whether you’re soaking in information at the Coronado Historical Association and Museum of History and Art or sipping a cool creation at the Hotel Del Coronado’s Sheerwater Restaurant while the sun goes down, Coronado is the kind of town that makes you feel like your staycation is an actual vacation from all things hectic.
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www.pirateshipadventures.com The cheapest cruise around, Pirate Ship Adventures is more than just “yo-ho-ho, and a bottle of rum!” Families are able to join this bawdy bunch as they sail around San Diego Harbor on the 83-foot black galleon pirate ship, the Treasure Seeker. There’s a below-deck saloon with snacks, refreshments and adult beverages, as well as pirate gear and other souvenirs. For $24.50 a kid and $29.50 an adult, it’s well worth the price to witness the ship’s captain force your favorite family member to swab the deck.
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www.sandiegozoo.org If you haven’t taken advantage of the new exhibits around the San Diego Zoo, summer is a great time to do it. Extended hours allow you to stay late for the Nighttime Zoo China Celebration through Sept. 3. Dr. Zoolittle will take your family around Asia to learn fascinating facts about the giant panda – a zoo favorite – while Monkey King stilt walkers, Chinese acrobats and dragon dancers provide rousing entertainment throughout the night.
SEAWORLD SAN DIEGO
http://seaworldparks.com/en/ seaworld-sandiego/ SeaWorld recently opened its new Manta ride, giving park visitors a place to go when the Journey to Atlantis is stranded. Our personal favorite is the Wild Arctic exhibit. In addition to a beautiful view of the beluga whales, a silly walrus and two cool polar bears, the Wild Arctic offers shade and a cool reprieve from Mission Bay’s hot summer sun. The good news is if you like the park enough and want to become a member, you don’t have to fork over the cash all at once – SeaWorld offers payment plans that take a few bucks off the credit card on a monthly basis.
LEGOLAND CALIFORNIA
www.legoland.com Although the LEGOLAND resort isn’t finished, the park is large enough for you to forget there’s construction next door. Anyone who’s ever played with the colorful blocks will be fascinated with the park’s creations, particularly Star Wars Miniland USA, which will satiate any Comic-Con geek’s appetite for all things George Lucas. If you have young children, Pirate Reef is a surefire win with the kids as are the SEA LIFE Aquarium and the LEGOLAND Water Park.
SEVEN SMART PACKING TIPS Travel with less and $ave As a small business owner who found herself on the road for three weeks, home for one, travel consultant Susan Foster quickly learned how to pack smart. She’s gotten so good she can pack for a three-week trip to Europe using just a 22-inch rolling bag. Foster, who lives in Portland, Ore., released the DVD, “It’s a Suitcase, Not Your Closet,” for those who want to get it directly from the packing guru’s mouth. Here are Foster’s “Seven Smart Tips” to scale down to one bag: 1. Start with a small bag. It is human nature to fill the available space so start small (the largest legal carry-on is 22-inch-by-14-inch-by-9-inch). Make use of every inch of real estate in the bag – fill shoes with rolled up socks or underwear, roll casual clothes and tuck into the “valleys” created inside the bag by the handle assembly. 2. Mix and match. Let go of the idea of wearing a different outfit each day. Pack interchangeable pieces based on one basic color, and plan to wear each piece more than once. Two pairs of dark slacks plus one jacket plus four shirts/blouses will last for one week. For two or more weeks, launder/clean and repeat. Pack clothes that you love so you feel good wearing the same things many times in different combinations. 3. Choose items that pack small. A thin wool or cash-
mere sweater packs smaller than a sweatshirt; microfiber slacks pack smaller than jeans; loafers pack smaller than boots. Several lighter weight layers are as warm but pack smaller than a bulky coat. 4. Take only three pair of shoes – wear one and pack no more than two. Shoes are bulky and heavy; if you can cut back more here it makes a huge difference. 5. Minimize cosmetics and toiletries by taking only the amount needed for the trip. One ounce of shampoo lasts for two weeks with daily use; any more is excess weight. Buy travel/sample sizes (www.minimus.biz is a great resource) or transfer to small containers. 6. Do laundry. Go high tech and purchase quickdrying underwear, socks and tee-shirts made of wicking fabrics. Wicking fabrics absorb perspiration so are comfortable to wear plus they wash easily in the bathroom sink and dry overnight (or less). 7. Just take less. Avoid the “what-if ’s” that lead to multiple suitcases. Pack for what is known and for logical possibilities. Logical: rain, so pack the raincoat and umbrella. Not logical: an impromptu formal dinner, so leave the evening clothes at home. Check out more of Susan Foster’s tips at www. smartpacking.com.
Regency Travel http://regencytravel. qa.ensembletravel.com A local travel agency that will readily help you plan the perfect break. Even if you’re adverse to faceto-face interaction, a simple call or email will get you the information you need. Regency Travel’s Sondra Glazer recommends three hotels around San Diego, if you want to stay local: Paradise Point on Mission Bay, Hotel Del Coronado and La Costa Resort and Spa. “Easy to get to and wonderful relaxing trips,” Glazer said. “I have stayed at all three for four-to-five days and enjoyed the food, activities and beauty of the resorts. Each different and so convenient.” San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau www.sandiego.org Just because you’re a local doesn’t mean you know everything about your city. The San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau offers a wealth of information, including an eclectic event calendar featuring pages of things to do around town. You can also use the site to find restaurants and read up on local venues. Our favorite feature is the site’s “50 Fun and Free Activities in San Diego.” Check out No. 20 on the list – Mission Trails Regional Park is definitely one of our picks. Priceline www.priceline.com Spokesperson William Shatner wants to know if you’re feeling lucky. Why does fortune play a role in using Priceline, which can also be used like similar sites, such as Hotels.com? Well, luck helps when you’re bidding just $65 a night for a swanky Santa Monica hotel with Priceline’s popular Name Your Own Price function. Although you have to be willing to trust Priceline’s star rating system, you could easily find yourself in a Marriott or Hyatt in the area of your choice for a fraction of the cost. Worth it if you don’t have your heart set on a specific spot. Trip Advisor www.tripadvisor.com Trip Advisor is a one-stop site when it comes to planning a trip, even when the trip is just half an hour from your home. Scope out local entertainment, restaurants, parks and more, with everyday reviews provided by those who’ve been there, done that. A particularly helpful site when it comes to hotel reviews because many reviewers alert others to construction, loud noises and other concerns you wouldn’t find on a hotelsponsored site.
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LAKE MURRAY BREAST CANCER WALK UPDATE Business and Individual Sponsors Sought
Planning is underway to make the 2012 fifth annual Debbie Berton Walk to end breast cancer the most successful yet. The Oct. 28 community event at Lake Murray will raise funds to fight breast cancer and will also offer free food, entertainment, education and kids’ activities to participants. Last year, 100 percent of walkers’ donations were given to Susan G. Komen for the Cure and the goal is the same for this year’s event. Monetary and in-kind sponsors are needed to help defray event-driven expenses to achieve such a high donation percentage to charity. “As a small non-profit, we rely on our community and local business owners,” said Jennifer Berton Handler, Founder of the Debbie Berton Walk. “We are so grateful for their financial sponsorship and in-kind donations of goods and services to make this event possible.” Last year, Geppetto’s Toys was one of the walk’s financial sponsors, donating at the most elite level. Geppetto’s Inc. president Brian Miller said, “Underwriting this event is Geppetto’s way to help make a local difference in the fight to end breast cancer. On a personal note, my family and I were honored to be a part of the walk – it was a fun and inspiring event that gave us a true sense of community.” Up to 75 percent of the money raised and donated to Komen stays in San Diego to provide free diagnostic mammograms, treatments and services to San Diegans in need. The remaining monies go toward important national breast cancer research. All donations are tax deductible and underwriters are rewarded with advertising placement on event materials. To be a Debbie Berton Walk underwriter or sponsor or for more information, email judi@thedebbiebertonwalk. com or visit www.TheDebbieBertonWalk.com.
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