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Julian Union High School District Faces Tough Cuts
By Ann Reilly Cole ~ the journal
If the district runs out of cash, the superintendent will be dismissed, the school board will be stripped of its authority, the state will appoint an administrator at the district’s expense, and the state will provide a loan to the school that will need to be repaid. To prevent this possibility, the San Diego County Office of Education Financial Services Department sent a Management Assistance Team (MAT) to conduct an in-depth review of the status of the school. The MAT reported its findings and recommendations at a meeting of the JUHSD board Jan. 28. The MAT is made up of six individuals with expertise in school administration, small-district issues, accountability and evaluation, business management, special education and college and career readiness. They visited JUHS in December to review district documents and meet with the superintendent, teachers, classified employees,
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ith two consecutive years of deficit spending already on its books, the Julian Union High School District (JUHSD) was dealt a difficult blow last fall when the Phoenix House Academy in San Diego unexpectedly closed its doors. The result was an additional $200,000 loss to the school’s already beleaguered budget. As a publicly subsidized treatment facility that provided services to students, the Phoenix House was mandated to contribute revenues to the state, which in turn allocated those funds to school districts. JUHS’s shortfall, if left unchecked, could exhaust the district’s cash reserve by 2017, which would result in the loss of local control of the school to a state-appointed administrator, leaving the elected school board acting in an advisory role.
counselor, board members, students, parents and community members. They presented the following analysis to the school board regarding JUHSD: • Spent between $2,824 and $7,157 more per pupil than unified school districts in Warner Springs, Borrego Springs and Mountain Empire.
See Julian Union High School Continued on page 8
JUHSD board members listen to suggestions made by the Management Assistance Team sent by the San Diego County Office of Education. From left are Tom Skibinski, Greg Schuett, Vice President Dennis Cantor, Erik Fleet and President Katy Moretti. Photos by Ann Reilly Cole
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Daffodil Show Signals By Annette Williams ~ the journal
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rganizers of the 12th annual Daffodil Show invite guests to celebrate spring with the “flower of hope.” The show is set for March 12 and 13, and is expected to have more than 1,000 blooms on display, contributed by members of the community, both children and adults. There will be an accompanying Daffodil Art Show, showcasing entries from all
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age groups. Julian residents are also active participants in the planting of new bulbs every fall, with about 89 bushels set late last year. Students played a big role in planting 29 bushels of bulbs. “Watch the front of the library,” said Sally Snipes, one of several Daffodil Show promoters. “The children did a lot of planting there.” It’s clear the community is invested in the sunny flower. After last year’s Julian Elementary School students planted bulbs at Julian Library this past fall. Photos by Connie Colten
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show, American Daffodil Society President Dr. Harold Koopowitz noted that it’s an event where guests and participants have a lot of fun. He said it contrasts with the blasé attitudes he sometimes sees in the more serious accredited shows. Daffodil Society experts participate in the show to judge entries and answer questions about the different varieties on display. “We very much need the community to enter any daffodils possible,” said Snipes, adding that entries will be accepted Friday, March 11, from noon to 5 p.m. Snipes says that when choosing
daffodils for the show, look for long, sturdy stems, and blooms with no dirt, rips or tears. “That’s what makes the show,” she said. “Bring us your best, even if you only have two or three.” She also suggested, “If a big storm is coming, you can cut them a week before and put them in a vase in the refrigerator or another cool, dark place.” Admission is free to the Daffodil Show and Daffodil Art Show, open from noon to 5 p.m., in Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main St. Visit www.julianca.com. n
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Warner Springs School Board Hears Audit and Arsenic Reports By Ruth Lepper ~ the journal
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he annual audit for Warner Unified School District brought out several financial problems the new chief business official will have to find ways to correct. Andrea Sissons, CBO, told the board at its Feb. 16 meeting that she is working on bringing the financial situation into compliance with the state. Aubrey King, with Wilkinson Hadley King & Company, an auditing firm in El Cajon, presented the audit to the governing board at the February meeting. WUSD had been granted an extension from the state, and the audit was due Feb. 15. The reason for the delay, King said, was because of the turnover in the business office. Sissons took over the position a few weeks ago after being hired at the Jan. 12 board meeting. She previously worked in this position for the district from March of 2013 to the summer of 2015. King’s report indicated the district is short of some funds, including $180,000, which is expected to be in the district coffers by March, according to Sissons. However, errors in keeping track of the free-andreduced-lunch program shows a shortfall of $5,000. King said the audit report from the 2013-14 school year has been corrected. Sissons said part of the problem with getting the 2014-15 audit completed was having to search for past records. Switching offices added to the problem. She
said she now has the proper forms filled out. “There’s time to get that taken care of,” Sissons said, adding that she is confident it will be done. Gene Doxey, a former board member, remarked on the audit report: “This is a mess, a serious mess.” Superintendent Melissa Brown also commented on the audit while giving her report later in the meeting. “We’re not going to lie,” Brown said. “It is a mess.” Prior to the business meeting, the board held a public session to hear reports on recent findings of higher-thannormal levels of arsenic in the district’s water system. Recent tests determined that well No. 3, located at the southeast corner of school property, has Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) of arsenic for drinking water, according to the report. Merl Johnson, with Water Systems Management, and Belinda Carroll, with California Water Association, were on hand to present the report and answer questions from the audience. Johnson, who is based in Anza, conducts the quarterly water sampling for WUSD. He explained that the levels are based on the average for the year and that the levels could be “sometimes above, sometimes below” the MCL. “Now we are at the point where we want to get this problem solved,” Johnson told the audience. The district has applied for financial assistance from the
state to cover the cost of providing bottled water for students and staff and to hire an engineer to determine solutions for lowering the arsenic level. Sean Sterchi, with the California Department of Public Health Drinking Water Program in San Diego County, confirmed earlier in the day in an exclusive interview with Julian Journal, that he had approved the district’s applications and sent them on to Sacramento for a final decision. Some of the audience’s questions went unanswered, including a query as to who would cover medical bills if someone were to become ill because of the arsenic level. Any illnesses or side effects could take between 12 and 20 years before becoming evident, according to Johnson. Another question from the audience was about the two wells located across the highway at the Community Resource Center. Johnson said those wells cannot be used to replace well No. 3, because the school district does not own that property. Sissons, who has been working with Johnson on the report, said the district looked into the possibility of finding a solution to the arsenic-level problem, but she was told not to go in that direction. The solution must come from a qualified engineer or engineering firm. See Warner Springs School Board Continued on page 16
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n Artists of Julian exhibit in San Diego features local artists Bettie Rikansrud, Don Weeke and Ed White.The installation at the James Alan Rose Art Gallery brings together three
Barbara, and has taught portraiture and fine art classes for years. Rikansrud paints mostly with oils and draws much of her inspiration from the land and the atmospheric light that is particular to the Julian
his materials to manipulate the surfaces. His work has been exhibited throughout California and the U.S., and featured in many publications. Ed White grew up in Southern California and began
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Julian Theater Troupe to Stage Second Comedy By Ann Reilly Cole ~ the journal
“Play On!” — a comedy about a group of inept actors struggling to stage a play even as its pompous author revises the script two days before opening night — is arts teacher Sonja Kodimer’s pick for her second go-round as director at the Julian Union High School Little Theater. Kodimer selected the play after she held auditions and saw who would participate in the production. She then searched a publisher’s catalog for a play that would be a good fit for the cast she had in mind. “Play On!” with three male and seven female roles, is an exact match of the talent she had assembled. “I like that the play is evenly dispersed, with all the students actively engaged in a lot of stage time,” Kodimer said. The three-act show opens in present time, with the troupe rehearsing the play within a play on the stage of a community theater. In act two, the actors, now in Victorian costumes, go through a dreadful dress rehearsal. The final act depicts the actual performance that climaxes with an unexpected twist during curtain calls. Theater professionals generally agree that it is harder to make an audience laugh than cry, so it is challenging to do comedy with teens. Reading audience reaction and getting the timing right can be tricky, and a bit scary. Kodimer’s strategy is to practice executing lines and hitting cues at a fast pace.
Director Sonja Kodimer, seated facing the stage, makes suggestions during the rehearsal of the latest Julian Union High School production, “Play On!” Photos by Ann Reilly Cole
For senior Isabella Copeland, the biggest challenge of playing the role of the author is to give up self-consciousness while on stage. Impressed with last year’s show, Copeland thought that acting for an audience would be good practice for her future plans to become a doctor. “I love it! I think it is going to be hilarious,” she said of her first time out in a high school play. Like several performers in “Play On!” freshman Tamar Diliberti has the task of playing a fictional character and portraying that character playing a different fictional character. Her character, Violet, is a klutzy, 20-something actress who portrays Diana, a 30-year-old Victorian ingénue.
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Letter to the Editor A message from the Superintendent of WUSD: Warner Unified School District is broadening our educational and enrichment programs with great success. This year alone, we’ve partnered with the Warner Community Resource Center (WCRC), so students in grades preschool through 12 could participate in the Connecting Kids with Nature project. The
WCRC obtained the Keen Grant from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife that funded Sierra Club backpacks and water bottles. Students hiked a section of the Pacific Crest Trail and learned about local fauna and flora. As an extended learning opportunity, a community garden is in the works, so students can learn how to compost and grow vegetables. Through the Cal-Well grant
with the San Diego County Office Education, our district is receiving training and support on best practices to support the mental health needs of our students, as well as financial support to fund new resources. In addition, the district has begun to implement digital citizenship curriculum to teach students how to harness the power of technology
respectfully, responsibly and safely and to educate students about having a secure digital footprint by using technology wisely. From a grant to launch a new Aviation Education Career Pathway and reinvest in our agriscience courses to a new partnership with UCLA School of Law, Tribal Learning Community and Educational Exchange to offer an upper
division online course on economic development at no cost to our students, we are serving students in new and better ways. Sincerely, Melissa A. Brown, Ed.D. Superintendent/Principal Warner Unified School District
Julian Union High School Continued from page 1 • Depleted the reserve by $412,174 in the 2014-15 and 2015-16 school years combined, taking it from 15.6 percent of the budget to 5.9 percent. A 5 percent reserve is required. • Is unlikely to have an approvable budget for 2016-17. • Will run out of cash and be unable to borrow needed funds to meet financial obligations sometime in 2017. • Will need to reduce its expenses in 2016-17 by at least $209,556 and in 2017-18 by $532,788 to avoid insolvency. Further, the MAT provided ideas for the board to consider that would increase revenue or reduce expenditures, emphasizing that the decision of how to proceed ultimately rests with the board. The team said that Tier 1 budget considerations would have an estimated savings of $240,000 to $343,000, combined. Among the considerations discussed were consolidating and eliminating up to 15 classes, with a savings of between $80,000 and $100,000 for every five classes
eliminated; replacing some salaries with stipends; transferring the teacher and students from Ray Redding to JUHS; increasing the size of certain classes; reducing the work year by three days; reducing salaries by 3 percent; implementing a spending and hiring freeze; and asking voters to approve a new parcel tax for five to seven years. Tier 2 budget considerations would offer an estimated savings of $22,738 to $28,665. They include eliminating low-participation sports programs; reducing agriculture program instruction by 15 days; reducing coaching stipends by 25 percent; eliminating or reducing the positions of ELD coordinator and/or Hispanic liaison; and investigating a retirement incentive program. The full MAT reviews are available online at www. julianjournal.com. The MAT also discussed the possibility of unification with other school districts. As that would potentially be a yearslong process to evaluate and implement, it would not solve the immediate problem, but could be a long-term solution
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toward providing stability. The MAT advised the administration to create a cash-flow reporting system to present monthly at board meetings, and the board to implement timely employment notification, and also advised the need for collective bargaining negotiations. Principal/Superintendent David Schlottman also presented recommendations at the meeting. Schlottman suggested options that would slash either $372,678 or $371,149 from the budget by making certain cuts. His recommendations mirrored some offered by the MAT, including salary reductions and eliminating the ELD and/or Hispanic liaison positions. He also suggested reducing the superintendent’s salary; not filling a currently vacant position; reducing transportation; eliminating teams that don’t meet CIF minimums for student participation; and reducing athletic team supply budgets and walkon coach stipends. With this information in hand, the school board faces the task of investigating whether services currently provided by the district can be eliminated or reduced, while still providing an adequate education to all students. Cuts, which MAT and the superintendent are recommending, will undoubtedly have a significant effect on the work and learning environment at JUHSD. The school board must weigh the problem and potential solutions very carefully. They then must make the difficult choice to make cuts and/ or secure additional revenue in order to maintain local control of the district. School board meetings are open to the public, typically held the third Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. in Room 4. Upcoming meetings are scheduled for March 10, April 21, May 19 and June 23. Visit www.juhsd. org. n February 25, 2016
Behind the Wheel By Johnny McDonald
Cadillac Finds the Backcountry Just Right
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he Cadillac company came to the backcountry of San Diego a few weeks ago and brought along 100 guests to test the CT6, newest member of its luxury line.
Mostly, it was for the scrutiny of the motoring press, with trial runs around the countryside. It reminded me of the 1970s, when I was a press member for Motor
Trend’s Car of the Year road tests around Borrego and Palm Springs. “Yes, this was a little bit similar to that kind of thing,” said Cadillac spokesman David Caldwell.” Some were from key magazines, industry analysts and other forms of media. “On this occasion, we were providing a special first drive of the Cadillac CT6, a new large luxury car at
the top of our lineup.” In Caldwell’s appraisal, “This car has the best of two worlds — it’s very elegant and spacious, but also hightech and agile. Quite a new thing, in that we’ve made a large car that drives more like a high-performance car.” As such, he said the guests could test it in ways that emphasized both ends of the spectrum. Testers spent one day in downtown Los Angeles, using the car almost like a chauffeured limo, riding in the back, using the features as passengers would and seeing that side of its personality. The following day, they drove all around and went through areas that offer diversity of changing environments and various conditions. “That’s basically it — we were able to offer journalists and analysts the chance to sample our newest car in a variety of excellent settings and conditions in a short time span,” he said. “As you know, you guys are located in a special place, where you have not only great weather, but this array of hills, valleys and microclimates.” CTS engines are rated at 17/25 mpg, 19/28 mpg and at 20/30 mpg respectively for the twin-turbo V6, base V6 and turbo four.
Meanwhile, Cadillac has conducted the debut of its plug-in hybrid electric version of the touring CT6. They say the technology enables the luxury sedan to travel approximately 30 miles on a full electric charge, after which an onboard engine generates electric power to ensure “peace of mind about the location of charging stations.” The CT6 plug-in hybrid is estimated to have fuel economy exceeding 65 mpg. The two-motor EVT system combines with the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder gas engine to produce an estimated total system power of 335 hp. This helps propel the vehicle from zero to 60 mph in an estimated 5.3 seconds. The CT6 plug-in hybrid will be launched later in the year. No indication if the backcountry will be selected again as a proving grounds for Cadillac. n Johnny McDonald’s book “San Diego Motorsports 100 Racing Years — A Johnny McDonald Collection” is back in print, published by Williams Savage Books and available on Amazon.com.
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Student-Athletes Learn from the Best at Olympic Training Center By Ann Reilly Cole ~ the journal
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Julian Union High School student-athletes, from left, Livia Limon, Chelsea Huggins, Will Hatch and Cary Gannon, attend a track and field training intensive at the Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista. Photos Courtesy of Felicia Hill
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on the long jump and Banks on the triple jump. Banks, a three-time Olympian, held the world triple jump record from 1985 to 1995, while two-time Olympic medalist Powell currently has a 25-year hold the world record in the long jump. Attending the camp for the second year in a row, Limon used the occasion to improve her runway run. She learned how to push off the ground and the importance of a strong start. “The warm-ups really helped,” she said. “Willie made us run and see how far we could go without taking a breath.” For Hatch, a valuable takeaway from the downto-earth Olympians, some of whom come from small towns and poor families, was that the only thing stopping February 25, 2016
an athlete is himself. “They taught me to have fun with it,” said Hatch, who hopes to use what he learned to break the school record in the triple jump. On the throwing side of track and field, Huggins and Gannon worked with discus and shot put thrower Wilkins, who broke four world records and has won both gold and silver at the Olympics. Before attending the camp, Gannon hoped to learn something new to improve his throwing technique. His OTC coach taught him about how to position his feet so that no matter how he does his spin and throw, he can stay on balance. Now, he looks
forward to teaching his coach and teammates what he learned. Working with world-famous athletes was just one benefit for these students. The chance to watch other students — some of whom are the best in their state or top-ranking in the nation — was another perk. Among the challenges of being a student-athlete at a small rural school is the limitation of competing only with schools of similar size. For gifted students with ambitions toward college sports and advanced competition, clinics like these can provide an opportunity to test their mettle and improve their prospects. n
4th of July Parade Fundraising Party Planned A party to raise funds for the Julian Fourth of July Parade is set for March 7, at 5 p.m., at Wynola Pizza & Bistro, 4355 Highway 78. The all-you-can-eat event will help the parade committee put on the “Best Little Parade in America.” “We need to pay for many things that make the parade wonderful,” organizers report. “Donations pay for fuel for vintage airplanes that fly over town, bands that make you want to dance down Main Street, staging-area facilities, patriotic decorations, portable restrooms,
traffic control and security.” The parade committee notes that costs total about $25,000 each year. Wynola Pizza supports the parade by donating a portion of the proceeds from the annual party. Organizers promise a delicious dinner and entertainment, an opportunity to meet and greet the people who produce and star in the parade, and a chance to bid on a variety of locally oriented gifts. Call Julian Chamber of Commerce at 760-765-1857. n
Julian Cuyamaca CERT/Teen CERT Academy Classes Scheduled By Diane Hake
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ollowing a major disaster, first responders who provide fire and medical services will not be able to meet the demand for these services. Factors such as number of victims, communication failures and road blockages will prevent people from accessing the emergency services they have come to expect at a moment’s notice through 911. People will have to rely on each other for help in order to meet their immediate life-saving and life-sustaining needs. To help the community be more prepared, a nine-week CERT basic training academy is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, March 8, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. in the Julian Junior High Wolf Den, 1704 Cape Horn Dr. Training will include disaster preparedness, fire safety, medical operations, light search and rescue, CERT operations, disaster psychology, terrorism, review and scenario. It is expected that family members, co-workers and neighbors will try to help each other under emergency conditions. This was the case following the Mexico City earthquake, where untrained, spontaneous volunteers saved 800 people. However, 100 people lost their lives while attempting to save others. This is a high price to pay, and is preventable through training. Since we can predict that emergency services will not meet immediate needs following a major disaster
— especially if there is no warning — and because people will spontaneously volunteer, FEMA and the Department of Homeland Security have prepared a training program for this eventuality by developing the following: • First, present citizens the facts about what to expect following a major disaster in terms of immediate services. • Second, give the message about their responsibility for mitigation and preparedness. • Third, train them in needed lifesaving skills, with emphasis on decision-making skills, rescuer safety and doing the greatest good for the greatest number. • Fourth, organize teams so that they are an extension of first-responder services, offering immediate help to victims until professional services arrive. Those who are interested in the Basic CERT Program may email certjulian@hotmail.com or call 760-310-0206 or 760-310-0976. Classes are open to residents of Julian and neighboring communities, including Ramona. n Diane Hake is program manager of Julian Cuyamaca CERT/Teen CERT, which provides ongoing training and materials free of charge. Online CERT training is available at www.fema.gov/ training-materials. Hands-on classes can be arranged.
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JUHSD School Board Holds Special Meeting
By Ann Reilly Cole ~ the journal
before March 15. Schlottman reported that the budget deficit over the next two years has risen to $854,379 from the $742,000 that was reported at the Jan. 28 meeting, necessitating a cut of $56,216 more per year, over two years, than previously expected in order to balance the budget. He also reported on one-time and ongoing expenses that affect the bottom line, including an overtime settlement plus lawyers’ fees of $14,400, a due-process settlement on a student claim for $28,555, an FBC insurance buyout and legal fees totaling $39,000, and annual costs of $30,000 to send a JUHS student off campus to a high school that is better able to meet the student’s specific needs.
From there, the discussion centered on exactly how to balance the budget. With questions and answers from teachers and members of the Management Assistance Team from the San Diego County Board of Education present in the audience, the board sought to understand how much money could be saved by specific cuts in the class schedule, salaries, FFA, sports programs, busing, furloughs, eliminating positions and not filling vacancies. Raising revenues as part of the solution was also discussed, with increased funds potentially coming from grants and a voter-approved parcel tax. According to Schlottman, who referred to legal advisors about how best to move forward, the board must approve
a resolution to reduce the equivalent of two full-time positions (FTEs), or 10 classes from the master schedule (MS). Depending on the best way to ensure adequate classes for students, this would mean eliminating two teachers or reducing the class-load of several teachers to get to two FTEs. To further complicate the process, layoff notices for greater than two FTEs must be issued by March 15 in case due process reverses a layoff decision and forces the district to rescind the layoff. With no clear or palatable solution in sight for cutting 10 classes from the MS, the board requested more information, including possible scenarios reflecting an MS minus 10 classes, to be presented at the Feb. 18 meeting. n
www.julianbackcountryquilt trail.org Our readers want to hear what your group is Julian Doves and Desperados up to. Contact Julian Journal at 760-788-8148 award-winning historical or email News@RamonaJournal.com. comedy skits Sun. at 1, 2 and 3 pm (weather permitting) at the Annette Williams stage area on Main Street. Phone: 760-788-8148 760-765-1857 Email: News@RamonaJournal.com Jeremy’s on the Hill music Sat. and Sun. 5 pm; Mon. 6 pm, ONGOING EVENTS Santa Ysabel, Warner Springs 4354 Hwy. 78. 760-765-1587 and Ramona. Look for painted Julian Backcountry Quilt Trail www.jeremysonthehill.com wooden “quilt” blocks on along Hwys. 78 and 79 and homes and businesses. Music at Julian Station Sun. other thoroughfares in Julian, live music 1-4 pm; wine, beer, hard cider and mead tasting rooms; outdoor barbecue. Julian Station, 4470 Hwy. 78. Bed & Breakfast www.julianstation.com Santa Ysabel Store & • Five beautiful, well-appointed rooms Backcountry Visitor Center • Three rooms with fireplaces or woodstove Fri.-Sun. 11-5, 30275 Hwy. 78, • Gourmet breakfasts & afternoon treats Santa Ysabel. sohosandiego. • Library & serene settings org/sygs/index.htm • AAA Three Diamond-rated B&B Warner-Carrillo Ranch House Relax & rejuvenate in the privacy of our B&B Sat.-Sun. 12-4, 29181 San or our romantic Black Oak Cabin, both nestled Felipe Rd., Warner Springs. on 4 wooded acres in the Julian Hills. sohosandiego.org/main/ warnercarrillo.htm 2284 Sunset Dr., Julian, CA 92036 Wynola Pizza & Bistro live (760) 765-2179 1-800-379-4262 entertainment Fri.-Sat., 6–9 pm, E-mail: info@butterfieldbandb.com at 4355 Hwy. 78. Music www.butterfieldbandb.com calendar www.wynolapizza.com. 760-765-1004 Guided Nature Hikes schedule and information at hikes@sdrvc. org. 858-6742275 ext. 12 Volcan ACCOUNTING Julian Mountain Foundation art BUSINESS CONSULTING adventures, trail exploraSan Diego FINANCIAL STATEMENTS tions, lectures, educational TAX PLANNING & PREPARATION hikes. 760765-2300 www.volcan mt.org
MEETINGS Architectural Review Board first Tues. 7 pm, in Town Hall, 2129 Main St. 760-765-1343 Intermountain Republican Women Federated welcomes members, spouses and guests from Julian, Santa Ysabel, Ramona and backcountry. 760788-6342 nfrazee34@cox.net Julian Arts Guild meetings second Wed. 4 pm and demonstrations fourth Tues. 6 pm (except Dec.) at Julian Library, 1850 Hwy. 78. www.julian artsguild.org Julian Chamber of Commerce Mixers first Thurs. 5:30– 7:30 pm. Location 760765-1857 www.julianca.com Julian Chamber of Commerce Board third Thurs. 6 pm, Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main St. 760-765-1857 Julian Chamber Networking Breakfast third Wed. 8 am. Location 760-765-1857 Julian Community Planning Group second Mon. 7 pm, Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main St. Julian Lions Club second and fourth Thurs. 7 pm in Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main St. Joe Conolly, 760-533-6242 Julian Historical Society fourth Wed. 7 pm, 2133 Fourth St. 760-765-0436 Julian Union High School District Board Meetings third Thurs. at 6 pm unless specified. Room 4, 1656 Hwy. 78. www.juhsd.org/district/boardof-education Julian Woman’s Club first Wed. 1 pm, 2607 C St., except July and August. 760-765-4702 www.julianwomansclub.org February 2016 26-28: JUHS Drama Presents ‘Play On’ at JUHS Little Theater,
1656 Hwy. 78. Fri. and Sat. 6 pm, Sun. 2 pm. March 2016 6: VMF Dinner Dance & Auction at 5 pm at Camp Stevens Blum Lodge, 1108 Hwy. 78. Reservations 760-765-2300. www.volcanmt.org 7: Fourth of July Parade Fundraiser at 5 pm at Wynola Pizza & Bistro, 4355 Hwy. 78. 8: CERT Basic Training Academy Begins 6-8:30 pm at Julian Junior High, 1704 Cape Horn Dr. Nine-week program. Register 760-310-0206 or certjulian@hotmail.com 10: Julian Union High School District Board Meeting at 6 pm, 1656 Hwy. 78, Room 4. www.juhsd.org/district/boardof-education 11: Daffodil Show Entry Submission Day bring daffodils to Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main St., from noon-5. 760-765-1857 12-13: Daffodil Show from noon-5 in Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main St. 760-765-1857 JULIAN LIBRARY Julian Branch Library is open Tues. through Sat. at 1850 Hwy. 78. Return overdue materials the last Fri. of the month and fees will be waived, with the exception of Circuit, Link+ and interlibrary loan items. Feeding America produce and staples distribution second and fourth Wed. at 10 am at the library. Laura Silveria, 619-481-9695. Friends of the Library Bookstore is open from 11-5, Tues.-Sat. 760-765-2239 Library Activities & Events call 760-765-0370 or visit www. sdcl.org/locations_JL.html. n
JUHS School Board Feb. 16 Special Meeting.
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or the second time this month and just two days before their regularly scheduled February meeting, the Julian Union High School District Board held a special meeting Feb. 16 to accept the resignation of board member Erik Fleet, rescind the approval vote of his wife, Yvonne Fleet, as the chief business official from the Jan. 28 meeting, approve the appointment of Yvonne Fleet as the interim chief business official and discuss the district’s budget problems in detail. Erik Fleet submitted his resignation in a letter dated Feb. 11, stating that “an issue concerning a possible conflict
of interest” had been brought to his attention. As a result, Fleet decided that after eight years of service, it would be in the best interest of the district for him to step down. Again, to avoid conflict of interest concerns, the board rescinded its prior vote to appoint the CBO, followed by a vote to appoint Yvonne Fleet as interim CBO, pending a request for full appointment at the next regularly scheduled board meeting. After the business of voting was concluded, the board began discussions on the district’s budget difficulties. Principal/Superintendent David Schlottman presented a budget workshop agenda to the board to prepare them for the budget reduction decisions they must make
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February 25, 2016
Support of Superintendent Schlottman Overwhelming
By Ann Reilly Cole ~ the journal
JUHSD School Board Feb. 18 Meeting.
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room at Julian Union High School was filled with students, teachers, staff, alumni, parents of students and alumni, former staff, coaches, community members and law enforcement representatives, as nearly 90 people assembled for the Feb. 18 meeting of the JUHS District School Board. They came to speak about the board’s decision not to renew Principal/ Superintendent David Schlottman’s contract for the 2016-17 school year. The vote regarding Schlottman’s contract on Jan. 28 was split, with members Erik Fleet, Katy Moretti and Tom Skibinski in favor of not renewing, and Dennis Cantor and Greg Schuett against. At a special school board meeting on Feb. 4, community members submitted two petitions, one led by students, with a combined
total of 165 signatures in support of Schlottman. An additional 63 signatures and 10 letters of support were submitted at the Feb. 18 meeting. A motion to reconsider the vote regarding his contract failed, with members Cantor and Schuett in favor, and Fleet, Moretti and Skibinski opposed. More than 20 people stood at the Feb. 18 meeting, with an overwhelming majority speaking on behalf of Schlottman and asking the board to reverse its decision. Those in attendance described the superintendent as a capable and caring professional who has had a positive effect. A teacher of 19 years spoke of her gratitude for the stability of his leadership, citing that before his arrival, no administrator had held the position for even two years. The parent of a former student described him as a partner who helped her child turn around a troubled situation. A recent graduate said that he held teachers and students accountable. Many spoke of his dedi-
From left, district secretary Sherry La Chusa, interim CBO Yvonne Fleet, Principal/Superintendent David Schlottman, Board President Katy Moretti, Board Vice President Dennis Cantor, and board members Greg Schuett and Tom Skibinski. Photo by Art Cole
VMF to Host Dinner and Dance Fundraiser Volcan Mountain Foundation’s 25th Annual Dinner Dance & Auction is set for Sunday, March 6, when the nonprofit organization will recognize San Diego County Supervisor Dianne Jacob with its 2016 Guardian Award. Jacob has given decades of support in conserving and protecting the pristine natural environment of the Volcan Mountain Range, and has played an important part in connecting kids and communities with nature. Vans donated by Jacob and The San Diego Foundation are key to filling the transportation gap that is commonly a barrier to connecting underserved youth with nature and the vital natural resources that San Diegans depend on for clean February 25, 2016
water, air and quality of life, according to the VMF. The event will be held at Camp Stevens Blum Lodge, 1108 Highway 78. Chef Jeremy Manley of Jeremy’s On The Hill will cater dinner, and a number of area wineries are scheduled to be beverage contributors. “While the event is a terrific opportunity to have fun enjoying good friends, delicious food and local libations, it also contributes vital proceeds for VMF’s programs and operations,” stated Executive Director Colleen Bradley. Reservations are available by calling 760-765-2300 by Feb. 26. Cost is $75. Visit www.volcanmt.org. n
cation, professionalism and accomplishments. Deputy Craig Rembold explained that Schlottman would get up in the middle of the night to work with sheriffs to apprehend vandals at the school. He asked who would do the same if Schlottman leaves the district. His abilities aside, many questioned the wisdom of inviting the chaos of replacing an administrator during a budget crisis. Further, some suggested the board might be forced to hire an unqualified candidate, believing no capable candidate would accept a position fraught with difficulties, for a salary much less than most districts offer. During an hour of public comment, which largely opposed the board’s vote, one teacher and one retired staff member expressed support of the board’s decision. No one present spoke publicly against Schlottman’s character, conduct or per-
formance, or gave any substantive reason why his contract should not be renewed. Before the meeting adjourned, Cantor stated that the vote regarding Schlottman’s contract was
not unanimous, identifying himself and Schuett as supportive of Schlottman. Cantor added that since Fleet’s resignation, the board is split 2-2 on the issue. n
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Chamber Elects Longtime Volunteer Ed Glass to Lead the Board
By Ann Reilly Cole ~ the journal
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ooking to transition from a corporate job in marketing and sales that involved constant travel around the country, Ed Glass settled in Julian in 1999 with his wife, Dawn, when they bought Butterfield Bed & Breakfast. That same year, Glass
Innkeeper and Chamber of Commerce President Ed Glass. Photo by Ann Reilly Cole
joined volunteers Mike Menghini and others to decorate the town for Christmas. Before long, he became involved with the Fourth of July Parade and the Christmas Tree Lighting and Country Christmas program, lining up quality entertainment that added excitement to local celebrations. Now Glass, who has recently been elected as president of the Julian Chamber of Commerce, intends to draw on his marketing bona fides and love of the arts to increase economic prosperity in Julian. One of his goals is to create a comprehensive plan to promote tourism, not just during Apple Days and on the Fourth of July, but throughout the year, to avoid gridlock and ensure a steady economic boost to the local economy. He believes, for example, that with adequate promotion,
Julian can attract visitors during periods that are typically slow for local businesses, such as during the Super Bowl and the San Diego County Fair, by promoting ecotourism and performing arts events. He also hopes to attract midweek visitors by tapping into the San Diego Convention Center business, which had its best year ever in 2015. By working with the San Diego Tourism Authority, connecting with other visitor centers and Chambers of Commerce, and taking advantage of social media, Glass believes Julian can increase its profile and attract a broader base of visitors. “Mobile apps are cheap and effective, and not really being used in non-urban areas,” he said, as he talked about taking advantage of new technologies. Julian has not quite recovered from the recession of
2008. According to Glass, other rural towns have come back from much more dismal circumstances, noting that Borrego Springs, with the help of a paid marketing person, has successfully gone after and captured some of the Los Angeles tourist market. Using his connections and a bit of chutzpah, he enlisted the pro-bono help of a public relations person and a professional grant writer to work with the new Chamber board to make this dream a reality. The board, which has five new members, attended a daylong retreat, hosted by Ed and Dawn at their bed and breakfast last month, to consider their Chamber mission, strategize ways to improve Julian’s economy, and come up with a strong marketing plan to promote the town. “My entire board is enthusiastic to be part of this effort,” he said. “They’re excited like
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young kids.” A high priority for the Chamber is to seek grant money to renovate Julian Town Hall to make it better suited to commercial and public use. Glass is also passionate about securing a venue to host musical and theatrical events in Julian, something that both tourists and residents could enjoy. As the Chamber president, he intends to work to improve the local economy to the benefit of local businesses and residents. His years of volunteering have given him a deep sense of satisfaction and joy. In particular, helping to unfurl and carry the “starspangled banner” down Main Street in the Fourth of July Parade provided him with a profound inspiration to keep serving his community with generosity, working for things that matter. n
Julian Chamber of Commerce directors were installed Feb. 5, by San Diego County Supervisor Dianne Jacob. Taking the oath of office were President Ed Glass, Vice President Diana Garrett, secretary Tracy Turner, treasurer Patricia Bell, Rick Campbell, Adele Delgado, Katherine Dupre and David Klumph, with director Barbara Hedrick not present. Among the guests were California State Senator Joel Anderson, former San Diego Mayor Roger Hedgecock and Mike Harrison, Deputy Chief of Staff for Representative Duncan Hunter. Photos by Carol Kinney
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In-home Monitoring May Help Older Parents Stay Safe at Home
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or those with parents of advancing age, finding ways to provide for their safety so they may remain in their own homes has been complicated. But other options can be very costly. The average yearly cost of an assisted living facility is $43,200 per year, and the cost of a nursing home with a private room is more than $90,000 a year, according to a 2015 Genworth Cost of Care survey. “Even for families where such costs are not prohibitive, parents are often reluctant to be relocated from their own homes and placed into an unfamiliar environment, living with strangers,” said
Jason Carroll, a health care systems expert with Vitall, Inc., a health technology company. As an inexpensive alternative, Vitall developed HeyMomDad, a two-way communication and wellness monitoring system that allows loved ones to see and hear in real time that their family members are safe and well, simply by opening an app on their smartphone. “The system allows your mom or dad to press one button to talk to you or, if necessary, notify you if help is needed,” said Carroll. “Once the notification appears on
your phone, you just tap the HeyMomDad icon and you can instantly see, hear and talk to your parent through the high-quality HD video and two-way audio component.” Many seniors are reluctant to call 911 in an emergency, he says, because they’re embarrassed or they don’t want to cause a fuss or incur
an expense — which can be as high as $1,200 even for false alarms where paramedics are dispatched. “But with the HeyMomDad app, seniors have a choice: press the blue button on the instant alert pager to alert only family and friends, or press the red button to alert family, friends and 911.” Carroll said the system’s high-definition camera can be controlled through a smart phone and directed to any location in the room. The camera also boasts night vision for clear viewing in dark rooms where lights have been turned off.
The system offers simple plug-and-play functionality. The only requirement is a reliable connection to the Internet via the home’s Ethernet modem. “What we’re offering families with elderly members is a way to stay close, a way to know in a second if your parent or grandparent is doing well. One push of a button, and they’re connected to you. “Just as importantly, it is a way for parents to keep their independence and live life the way they want — with honor and dignity in their own homes.” Visit www.heymomdad. com. n
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Johnson said an engineer should be on board by June and anticipated it would take a year to eliminate the arsenic-level problem. Sissons assured the audience that water used in the school’s food preparation is safe. “We are working with clean water in the kitchen,” she said. Johnson said the district and community will be kept advised of “how things are progressing” regarding the arsenic level. In other reports, Katie MacLeod presented updated information on college and university requirements. She pointed out the various categories of classes that will be needed by graduating students. “Our students for this year and the year before have met the requirements,” MacLeod said. She also pointed out that the agriscience classes offered here meet the requirements. Superintendent Brown said earth, life and physical science classes are taught in sixth, seventh and eighth grades. “Obviously, we are doing the best we can to meet the requirements,” Brown said. An action item to come before the board was to accept a bid from Heritage Well Service, of Anza, to install a point-of-use filtration system for arsenic removal in the cafeteria area. It was unanimously approved by the board. The bid was for $8,000, and the district will continue to accept bids.
In her superintendent’s report, Brown talked about a theft that occurred recently from the agriculture and outdoor education programs. Equipment valued at $8,000, including two welding machines and a plasma cutter, are missing. A report was filed with local law enforcement. Board Vice President Katie Ostrander, who led the meeting in the absence of Board President Angela Acosta, read a report from Acosta, as well as giving a report of her own. Among the items from Acosta’s report, Ostrander read that a video posted on social media indicated lead was found in the district’s water system. “We do not have lead in the water,” Acosta stated. Acosta also provided information on the cost of a special election if a recall election becomes necessary. It will be between $5,000 and $20,000, and it would be the district’s responsibility to cover the cost. A petition calling for the recall of two board members was presented to the board at its Jan. 12 meeting. No other mention of a recall was made at the Feb. 16 board meeting. In her own report, Ostrander said she personally contacted former employees and was told none of them had left the district because of morale issues. She also said some of the teachers resigned because of the district’s financial situation. The vacant positions have since been filled. “We have hired new teachers that
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