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Hubbell Window Dedicated at Library

cclaimed artist and architect James Hubbell has made his mark on Ramona Community Library. As the

sun shines and reflects through the high windows in the entrances of the library, the colorful rays reflect on the floor.The window, titled “Aeolius: Mystical Keeper of

the Winds,” was dedicated Jan. 15 by the Friends of the Ramona Library. Hubbell, a resident of the Julian area, also designed the window at the library’s Main Street entrance that was dedicated Nov. 14, 2012. The new window is above the entrance from the parking lot. Hubbell designed the window, and his

was set between two panes of clear glass for extra protection. The cost of the window was $30,000. Judy Nachazel, representing Ramona Art Guild, presented a slide show showing the earlier installation and the work being done at Hubbell’s studios.

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Above, “Aeolius: Mystical Keeper of the Winds” is the title of the multicolored work of art. PHOTO BY ANNETTE WILLIAMS

Right, artist James Hubbell was on hand for the dedication of his second entryway window at Ramona Community Library. PHOTO BY RUTH LEPPER

associate, Anne Fagan, was responsible for building it. Both were in attendance at the dedication. “It took three hours to install,” Fagan said, adding she had been working on the window for several months. “I have no idea how long it took to make the window. All the glass is hand-blown that we use. It has a beautiful gleam to it.” Individual panels compose the mural that runs across and down each side of the entrance. Each panel

Jose Aponte, county library director, was on hand to praise the library staff and volunteers with the Friends for the work they have done for the Ramona branch library. The library is located at 1275 Main St. n

Run to Benefit RHS Band Programs The Band On The Run 5K/10K Family Fun Day will be held Feb. 22 at the Ramona High School track and football field, 1401 Hanson Ln., to benefit Ramona High School band programs “The event has been sanctioned by the USA Track & Field Association so that times may be recorded for national standings for those competing in multiple 5K/10K events during the year,” stated event organizers Heather Feltmate and Tracey Stephens of the Alliance for Music Education. “We also wanted to make it a family event, and have included a one-mile Kids Fun Run and a supervised kids area with games and prizes.” The 5K and 10K runs will begin and end at Ramona High 2 RAMONA HOME JOURNAL

School and follow a scenic route through the community. Check-in begins at 7 a.m., the 5K/10K runs start at 8, and the Kids Fun Run begins at 8:15, followed by supervised games on the football field Kids Zone, keeping youngsters busy while adults compete in their runs. Entrance fees are $10 for the Kids Fun Run, $25 for the 5K, and $35 for the 10K. Students may compete in the 5K at a discounted rate of $15. Entrants will receive a T-shirt with registration. Online registration is open at www.active.com — search for “Ramona Band On The Run.” For information, call 760-440-ROYAL. n

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ravelers on Highway 67 south of Archie Moore Road might be curious to know why so many cars have been parked on the side of the road recently. Some are the typical Mount Woodson hikers, but there are new trail-seekers, too. They are the outdoorsy kind, ready to trek to the top in hopes of finding the one-of-a-kind rock dubbed “potato chip rock.” Stretching over the top of native landscape and a massive granite outcrop, the lengthy rock chip is labeled a “must-see.” After taking a nearly twomile climb to the top of the mountain, hikers find that the trail to potato chip rock is short, but the line for a photo is said to be long. While it has been visited by hundreds, maybe even thousands, it gained notoriety last year when it was named as one of “11 Amazing Places

You Need To Visit Once In Your Life” in an article featured on a popular travel website, www.earthtraveling.com. Potato chip rock earned the No. 9 spot, listed alongside places such as the river of flowers in Keukenhof, Holland; Melissani Cave in Greece; and Green Fly Geyser in Nevada. El Cajon residents Isabel Kulmack and Tony Episcopo have been hiking to the landmark since mid-June. They say they learned about potato chip rock after seeing photos taken by members of their hiking group, Take A Hike. Though they missed the original group hike, they went on their own quest to find the jagged point of interest. “The hike was beautiful, and it was a great view from the top,” said Episcopo. The photo is nice, he adds, “But the actual experience was priceless.” Today, they hike the trail a couple of times a week. They

describe the path as pretty well marked, and say even though it’s a relatively easy hike, it can be slippery. “If you’re not careful with your footing, you can slip and twist your ankle,” he warns. He advises hikers to bring plenty of water, wear good shoes and listen to their body’s cues. “The reward waits at the top, so it doesn’t matter how many breaks or how long it takes you to get there,” he said, adding it can be particularly busy on weekends. He terms the quiet, tranquil trail as a, “Wonder of this beautiful world we live in, and the answer to why are all those cars parked on the side of the highway.” The couple is fond of this location for another reason, says Episcopo. “This spot will always be special to me, as it was the place I chose to propose to my fiancée, Isabel.” n

Isabel Kulmack and her fiancé, Tony Episcopo, stand on top of the famous potato chip rock on Mount Woodson. PHOTO COURTESY OF TONY EPISCOPO

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Spring Training Memories

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s the Padres prepare to open spring training in Peoria, Ariz., it brings back memories of seasons past. To me, as a former baseball scribe, it was the best of times, when teams had clean slates and visions of the future and dreams came with the first crack of a bat. I made several Florida trips in the 1960s with the Coast League Padres, assessing talent and getting a closer look at the men and boys playing hard to make the club. Baseball might best be described as a game of chess — positioning players and strategic changes — many thought-

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me leaning against the batting cage, he’d toss me a fungo bat. “Make use of yourself. Hit some grounders to Tommy (Harper) and Tony (Perez). Maybe it helped Perez, as many years later he was inducted into baseball’s hall of fame. As an official scorekeeper, I had to make some judgment calls for hits and errors. Then, it was time to really hear from the ballplayers. “How could you call that ball a hit? It could have been reached,” protested a young pitcher who gave up two runs on the play. Naturally, he was concerned about his earned run average. I had two anxious nights at Westgate Park when Padres pitchers recorded the only no hitters in franchise history — Al Worthington in ‘61 and Sammy Ellis in ‘62. If I called a crucial grounder an error, the opposing team called me a “homer.” If I called it a hit, the Padres would get on me. They were memorable years from a lengthy sports-writing career that I cherish. Ah, it’s spring again. I remember it well. n

alongside major league scouts like Sloppy Thurston and Dutch Ruether in the Lopez stands. Their knowledge spanned many seasons as pitchers for the White Sox and New York Giants. But even the astute miss one once in a while. And they did with a scrappy young infielder. One day we were discussing the kid trying to make the Padres roster. Innocently, I offered my opinion that I thought he had a chance to make the club. “That jumping jack, no chance,” said Dutch. Since both had been pitchers, they didn’t appreciate the way he sped to first after drawing a walk. They felt he was showing up the pitcher. Well, the kid was not selected, but a year later Pete Rose began a brilliant career. Bobby Klaus was selected to play second for the Padres team that would win the pennant by 12 games in 1962. Six years later, Klaus became the Padres’ last minor league manager. I had some playful jousting with manager Don Hefner, who chided me about my lack of experience as a nonprofessional player. “How can you write about a sport you’ve never really played,” he would say. “How can you pass judgment?” I followed with cryptic replies, maybe criticized some field moves he made. For two years, this went on during team plane trips. If I got to the park early and he found

Johnny McDonald was a writer for a major San Diego newspaper for more than 25 years and a consultant for the San Diego Hall of Champions. He has been a Ramona Home Journal staff writer for 15 years.

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Report Recommends Lower Sewer Connection Fees By Ruth Lepper

ewer connection fees for new Ramona Municipal Water District customers may soon be coming down. It has been suggested by a consultant that the district lower its current fee of $20,000 to $13,000. The directors approved hiring Berkeley-based Bartle Wells Associates in August 2013 to conduct a sewer connection and mitigation study for the Santa Maria Wastewater Treatment Plan. Alex Handlers, with Bartle Wells, presented a PowerPoint report of the study’s findings at the board’s Jan. 14 meeting. Handlers’ report showed replacing the current connection and mitigation fees with a single fee, to be called a sewer capacity charge, would mean new development projects would pay for their share of infrastructure costs according to estimated amounts incurred by the wastewater system. “Fees haven’t been decently reviewed in several years,” Handlers told the directors. The board is expected to approve the study’s recommendations at a later meeting. The full report is available for review at the water district office. In other business, the board adopted an ordinance to approve the 2013 California Fire Code and the 2012

International Fire Code. As presented by Cal Fire Battalion Chief Burke Kremensky, the board also adopted a resolution to approve an agreement with San Diego and Imperial counties, along with other cities and jurisdictions, for the Next Generation Regional Communication System. The system will be used by fire departments in Ramona and the other areas involved to provide services for maintaining public safety; in other words, they will all be on the same wavelength. In other action, the board gave the OK to add a link to the district’s website that connects to an emergency preparedness site: www.preparesandiego.org. Research shows that only 7 percent of households in the county are prepared for disasters, according to the American Red Cross. Officers elected for the coming year were Darrell Beck, president; Joe Zenovic, vice president; George Foote, secretary; and Rex Schildhouse, treasurer. Kit Kesinger will continue to serve as a director, although he has not attended a board meeting in several months. Beck will continue to represent RMWD on the board of the Joint Powers Insurance Authority. Tim Clements, RMWD’s human resource manager, was selected to serve as an alternate. n

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Julian Planning Group Nixes Wynola Solar Farm By Bobbi Zane

he Julian Planning Group voted a thumbs-down on a request by Minneapolis–based Ecos Energy to plant a 1.0 megawatt solar photovoltaic generation facility on an eight-acre plot along Calico Ranch Road. Approval of preliminary plans to place the solar farm was the major item on the Planning Group’s Jan. 13 agenda. Sixty or more residents of Calico Ranch and interested parties jammed Town Hall to hear a presentation by Ecos representatives and express their concerns in connection with the project. Recurring issues included environmental impact, impact on Calico Ranch Road, fire safety in the heavily forested surroundings, removal of Engelmann oak trees to make room for the solar farm, industrial use of land previously designated residential, water source for projected landscaping, potential flooding in winter, and a reduction of property values. William Umansky, who owns a weekend home near the property, said,

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Where Do You Store Everything After the Holidays?

By Jim Evans

he Christmas tree has been taken down, the decorations put away, and all the gifts unwrapped and added to the other stuff that you already have. Where to put it all until next year? Ramona is fortunate to have three spacious self-storage facilities in town — Alamo Storage, Alamo West Storage, and Ramona Self Storage — to meet the growing needs of local residents looking for someplace to store everything from small household goods to large motorhomes. “Mid-May to early September is our busiest time,” says Peter Massaro, who co-manages Alamo West Storage with Patty Stone. “Spring housecleaning seems to attract a lot of folks looking for a place to store things, but business always picks up after the holidays, too, when people start running out of room for things.” “We have been busy with people coming in and out to switch out their holiday decorations,” echoes Tyce Hird, assistant

manager of Ramona Self Storage. “We currently have over 800 storage spaces, including RV spaces. We continue to grow more and more every year and have plans to build more buildings as needed.” Both companies have been serving the Ramona community for many years and offer packing and moving supplies, along with other services, for the convenience of their patrons. Alamo is operated by the Cardinal Development Company of Costa Mesa under the trade name “Extra Storage” and opened its first location, Alamo Storage, 28 years ago at 327 Pine St., followed by Alamo West at 1037 Olive St. in 2009. Both Alamo locations in Ramona offer spacious RV, trailer and boat storage (paved storage parking is available), in addition to traditional secured storage spaces inside and outside, with 24-hour digital video surveillance, electronic gate access, and individually alarmed units.

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as small as a four-foot by four-foot by three-foot storage locker to a 10-foot by 30-foot space (the size of a standard twocar garage) and larger outdoor storage space for RVs, boats, autos and trailers. “We even have space for a 50-foot-high yacht,” adds Mac, “so there’s room for just

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Many return tenants remember Phoebe, and even after they have moved out, they continue to bring her treats from time to time.” Sadly, Phoebe passed away shortly after this interview. Alamo West has an elderly canine greeter

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own in Baby — a 14-year-old Springer Spaniel who regularly welcomes c ustomers with a friendly wag. “People don’t ask for us,” laughs Massaro “They ask for Baby.” It’s probably safe to say that Ramona’s storage facilities have “gone to the dogs,” but they have plenty of space to accommodate everyone’s storage needs with a smile — or a friendly wag. n

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enough for someone to store them with us. Life happens, and we understand. For that reason, we do our best to work with customers behind in their payments to avoid going to auction.” Storage facilities in Ramona are more than just places to store things — they are often an extension of the home. It’s not unusual for customers to stop by just to chat with the staff for a while under the pretense of checking on their space. Of course, most of the time they usually want to say hello to their furry canine helpers. “Luckily for us, we have never found anything ‘dangerous’ or ‘alive’ at our facility,” says Tyce with a grin. “But maybe that’s attributed to our awesome guard dog, Phoebe, who has been at Ramona Self Storage for over 13 years. She has become a trademark for our business.

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Local Attorney Takes Top Honors as Citizen of the Year By Ruth Lepper

o say Robert Krysak was surprised when named the Ramona Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year 2013 would be an understatement. He was flabbergasted. “I was not expecting it; it’s an absolute,” he said. “The funny thing is, five years ago when I lost my water board election, I was devastated by that. So for the past five years, I was moping around with my tail between my legs. So for me, this was redemption.” Krysak was honored at the Chamber’s annual installation dinner on Jan. 19. His law firm, Krysak and Associates, also was nominated for Business of the Year. When he didn’t get that award — it was announced

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Krysak served as a director on the Ramona Municipal Water District’s governing board for 14 years, including nine as board president. His final term came to an end in the election following the Witch Creek fire in 2007. The community was in an uproar, blaming the water district for not allowing those who had evacuated to return to their homes, causing an unnecessary delay of a few more days. The blame was later directed away from the water district. Krysak lost his bid for re-election by a whopping 77 percent. Quite a switch from an election a few years prior when he won his seat by the toss of a coin, after tying with his opponent. Krysak became active in politics when he lived in New York City, first by joining the Young Republicans and distributing flyers for Richard Nixon’s presidential campaign. After moving to California, Krysak ran for congress opposite the senior Duncan Hunter. That gave him bragging rights to say that the man who beat him later ran for president of the United States. As president of Ramona Bar Association, Krysak started the free legal clinic here in 2012. Citizens can meet with an attor-

ney at Ramona Community Library to seek advice between 10 a.m. and noon on the first Saturday of each month. “It’s been very well received,” Krysak said. “We average about 20 to 25 people a month. As long as someone has signed in before noon, we’ll stay as late as we have to.” Another organization that claims his time and expertise is Ramona H.E.A.R.T. Mural Project. He is secretary of the board that is working to have art murals painted on the exteriors of buildings in the Old Town area. To date, two have been installed, with others in the works or planning stages. “Eventually, we hope to have 50 murals in Old Town,” he said. “We want the most visible locations as possible to make Ramona a tourist destination so that people will not just drive through town but will stop and spend some money here.” Krysak is in his second year of a three-year term as a director on the Ramona Chamber of Commerce board. He serves on the Economic Development Committee. “We have to sell Ramona,” he said. “We’re creating a tourist destination. I’m very excited

with the EDC.” More information about what the EDC is doing is available at www.experienceramona.com. Being on the Ramona Town Hall board is another source of pride for Krysak. He is vice president on the five-member board that oversees the operations and restoration of the historic building. “The front half is done; the upstairs is done,” he said, beaming. “We got the engineer’s report for retrofitting the main hall.” The good news here is the engineer’s report came back that not as much work will be required on the main hall. And the cost estimate is much lower than the initial $2 million for the project. “Once the main hall is open, it’s going to open up so many opportunities,” he said. Krysak also is president of the Committee For a Better Ramona, a group of concerned community leaders looking out for the interests of the town. One of the main focuses of CFBR is to conduct online surveys to determine what the people want and what they will support. Krysak served in the U.S. Marine Corps in the early 1980s as a JAG lawyer for criminal cases. When he left the Marines in 1983, he traveled to San Diego to visit his sister and her family. While here, Krysak was offered a job with a firm in Del Mar. He accepted, returning to New York to pack up his belongings and his dog and drive back to San Diego. “I already had a job lined up in New York in Westchester County as an attorney,” he said. A few years later, the Del Mar firm closed and Krysak hung out his shingle in Ramona, specializing in family law and bankruptcy. “I lived for two years in Del Mar overlooking the ocean,” he said. “Now I live in Ramona overlooking the mountains. What could be better?” Comparing that to New York City, he said there is “no comparison.” “I love it here. It’s so peaceful. You know the people. People are making the town better.” n

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omantic nights out on the town are how many couples celebrate Valentine’s Day. Restaurants and resorts book quickly, and movie theaters tend to be packed, as well. Even babysitters cash in on February 14, as parents look to enjoy a romantic night away from the kids. However, many parents prefer to spend the holiday with their children, and there are plenty of family-friendly activities to keep everyone occupied.

DESSERT SPREE Valentine’s Day is the one day of the year when you can fully engage your sweet tooth. And what child doesn’t enjoy sampling sweet treats? Create a sundae station after dinner, complete with different flavors of ice cream and toppings. Include mix-ins, like brownie bits or small chunks of pound cake. Everyone can create their own sundae, topped off with whipped cream and a cherry.

sentimental to them and place them in the box. These can be ticket stubs, photographs, jewelry or other trinkets. Place them in the box and seal it. Agree not to open the box until next Valentine’s Day to see how the

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n artist’s rendering of a roadster more than half a century ago caught the attention of many, but none like a San Diego designer who is now building it. The drawing by Joe Henning appeared in a 1955 issue of Rod and Custom magazine, and Dan Hostetter could not get it out of

at 171 miles per hour on the Bonneville Salt Flats. He approached the roadster idea after months of communication with Steve Goodridge, an English photographer who shared his enthusiasm. They spent many hours trying to determine how to make it happen. But his friend died of cancer in 2005. “I’ve kept this project quiet until now because a rich guy would pay some stylist to build it, and I would probably be only

no longer secretive about it.” His background as a designer has served him well. He worked with Chrysler Pacific in Carlsbad and Nissan in La Jolla’s Golden Triangle. Earlier, he worked at Lockheed. “I keep reinventing myself,” he explained. “Started working on the show car in 2010,” he said. “Best was to build a scale model in clay, then up to full scale before I could build the car. “I had to get special model-

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A 1955 drawing of a roadster is being brought to life by Dan Hostetter IMAGE COURTESY OF JOHNNY MCDONALD of San Diego.

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numbers and phrases that appear along with the score to explain why the score isn’t higher. If you’re unfamiliar with what those reason codes mean, the information intended to help you better understand your score may actually have the opposite effect.” You’ll see reason codes on your credit score notice, regardless of whether your score is really good, average or poor, because the reason codes are meant to explain why your score isn’t even higher. While they don’t directly account for a lender’s credit decisions, understanding reason codes can help you better manage your credit accounts and improve your credit score. To help with that, VantageScore Solutions created a new consumer education website, ReasonCode.org, which provides a wealth of information about reason codes. The website includes a search engine that allows you to enter the reason codes that appear on your credit score notice and obtain more detailed information about each code in plain English and tips for improving your credit score.

VantageScore Solutions surveyed more than 200 lenders nationwide about reason codes and found that only 10 percent of lenders said their customers “understand reason codes well.” To help you understand reason codes, here are some important consumer questions and answers: Q. What is a “reason code” and why does it appear on my credit score notice? A. Reason codes are alpha numeric codes (e.g. 01, AA) combined with short descriptions intended to explain why your credit score is not higher. Reason codes clarify why you did not receive a “perfect” credit score on a particular scoring model. Since perfect scores are rare, your score could always be higher, even when it’s very good, so you’ll always have reason codes associated with your score. Q. Why should I care about reason codes? A. If your score could be better, you can use reason codes as a guide to understand what you need to do to improve it.

For example, if you receive a reason code that points to a high balance on your credit cards as a reason your score is lower, then paying down those balances may lead to an improved score. Q. Which code has the most influence on my score? A. Reason codes are always listed in the order of greatest impact. Keep in mind just about all consumers will receive reason codes — even if a score is nearly perfect. If your score is already very high you may not need to take any action.

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ven though it’s only February, college financial aid officers are already gathering documents, crunching numbers and otherwise working to determine grants for the school year that starts this coming fall. If you have children you plan on sending to college, how will your own savings and investments affect their chances of getting financial aid? The answer depends not only on how much money you have, but also where you keep it. Most colleges base their aid calculations on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which currently counts up to 5.64 percent of certain parent-owned assets in determining federal or state aid. By contrast, FAFSA counts up to 20 percent of a child’s assets, such as an UGMA or UTMA account. So, what parent-owned assets are counted when determining a student’s need for financial aid? They include savings and checking accounts, non-retirement investment accounts and

Club Seeks Community Awards Applications The San Vicente Valley Club invites Ramona-based nonprofit organizations to submit applications for its 2014 Community Awards. Applications are available online at www. sanvicentevalleyclub.org or by sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope to the San Vicente Valley Club, Community Funding, 24157 San Vicente Rd., Ramona, CA 92065-4199. Awards are made possible by the Club’s fundraising efforts. Application deadline is April 1. n

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other types of assets. You do not have to report retirement accounts — such as traditional or Roth IRAs, 401(k)s and pensions — on the FAFSA. However, if you start taking withdrawals from these accounts, the withdrawals must be reported on the FAFSA as student income for the year in which the transactions occurred — which means these withdrawals could affect your child’s financial aid package the following year. A 529 plan is one popular college-savings vehicle. If you own a 529 plan, you will need to report it on FAFSA as a parentowned asset. But when you take withdrawals from the 529 plan, they won’t be counted as parent or student income on FAFSA, and they won’t incur federal income taxes, provided the money is used for qualified higher education expenses. (If you don’t use the money for these expenses, you’ll be taxed and potentially penalized by 10 percent on the earnings.) Because a 529 plan is counted as a parental asset on FAFSA, some people ask grandparents to own a 529 plan. But while the value of an intact grandparent-controlled

529 plan will be excluded from FAFSA, the withdrawals themselves will be counted as untaxed income to the student on the following year’s FAFSA, and this money could certainly affect aid decisions. At least a year before your first child heads off to college, you may want to contact the financial aid office at a local school to ask questions about FAFSA, scholarships, loans and other aspects of assistance. Since most colleges and universities follow similar rules regarding financial aid, you should be able to get some helpful answers, no matter where your child goes to school. Of course, even with careful planning, your student may not qualify for financial aid. If this is the case, you will need to consider other strategies for paying for college. But keep this in mind: It’s best to develop a savings strategy for both college savings and one’s own retirement goals. So, study the financial aid rules, consider investing in college-funding vehicles such as 529 plans and do whatever else you can to help get your kids through school, but don’t forget about your own needs — because they are important, too. n

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Seniors May Transfer Their Property Tax Rate Submitted by Kristine Jolly

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Ramona Senior Center has a new website, www.ramona seniorcenter.com. It is easy to navigate and offers up-todate information on what’s happening at the center, including monthly activity calendars and menus. Staff member Myra Stickney says that the website also has an option for giving donations to the center. “We’ve made it easy for you to donate on the site just by clicking our ‘Donate Now’ button,” she says. In addition to the official website, the center has a new Facebook page, www.facebook.com/senior center ramona. n

property taxes are significantly lower than what their property taxes would be when purchasing a property at the increasing market values of today. This could equal thousands of dollars in increased property taxes if you don’t know or take advantage of Proposition 60. What is Proposition 60? This proposition allows homeowners who are 55 years and older to transfer the baseyear tax value of their original home to a new home of equal or lesser value. There are several California counties, besides San Diego County, that offer reciprocating benefits. Originally, when ownership changed, the property taxes reassessed at current market value of the property. However, with Proposition 60, the 55 or older homeowner will pay property tax on the replacement property based upon

the relinquished property’s assessed value. “It’s a great tool for seniors,” says Jolly. “A great option.” To qualify, a taxpayer may purchase or build a replacement property within two years of the original residence sale. However, a taxpayer could purchase a replacement property before selling the old property, too. Both properties must be used as the taxpayer’s primary residence, and the transfer of the homeowner’s property tax base can only be used one time. There are specific rules that apply to this money-saving option, and you should check with a knowledgeable realtor or with the San Diego County tax assessor’s office for details. Kristine Jolly may be reached at Jolly Realtors, 619-884-5747. n

COMMUNITY/SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITIES Ramona Community Center is open weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 434 Aqua Ln. Check out the new website at www.ramonaseniorcenter.com. The Center will be closed Feb. 17 for Presidents Day. Every Monday: Exercise 9 am; Lace/Crochet Class 9 am First Monday: Ramona Ramblers 1 pm — for travel opportunities, call 760-788-0331 Second Monday: Nutrition Advisory 1 pm Fourth Monday: PEF Board Mtg. 1 pm Every Tuesday: Walking 8 am; Quilting 9 am; Yoga 9 am; Computer Class 10:30 am First & Third Tuesday: Writing Group 1 pm

Third Tuesday: Legal Assistance by appointment, call 858-565-1392 ext. 208 Every Wednesday: Exercise 9 am; Pinochle 9 am; Bridge 12:30 pm First & Third Wednesday: Santa Ysabel Trip 1 pm Third Wednesday: Alzheimer’s Support 10 am Every Thursday: Bingo 1 pm First & Third Thursday: Machine Embroidery Class 9 am Second Thursday: Blood Pressure Check 10:30 am Every Friday: Exercise 9 am; Pinochle 9 am; Seniors Empowering Seniors 10 am; Pokeno 1 pm Second Friday: Valentine’s Day Lunch; Movie Night 5 pm Third Friday: Birthday Lunch

Senior Volunteers Honored

Newly appointed commander of the Ramona Sheriff’s Substation Lieutenant Hank Turner, second from left, presented awards to Ramona Senior Volunteer Patrol members who reached milestones in their service to the community. From left are Paul Garcia, honored for 3,000 hours of service; Turner; Frank Flechsig, 2,000 hours; and Jim Turnbull, 3,000 hours. Volunteer Patrol duties include traffic control, contacting YANA (You Are Not Alone) clients, vacation security checks PHOTO COURTESY OF BILL LAWLER and handicap parking enforcement.

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ON MEMORY’S BACK TRAIL Early Pioneers Ran the Mesa Grande Post Office, Store and Telephone Exchange By Darrell Beck

ames Edgar Gedney was born in Indiana in 1829. He traveled to Northern California via Panama in 1850, and married Emaline Fellows of New Hampshire, who had immigrated overland to California in 1852 by ox-wagon. In 1870, the Gedneys moved to Mesa Grande, joining two other white families on the Mesa — the Minters and the Scholders. The Gedneys built an adobe home and a general store halfway between two existing Indian rancherias that were located in Mesa Grande proper and Mesa Chiquita to the east. The Gedneys planted fruit trees and roses and soon earned the respect and trust of the Indians. James taught the men how

to build fireplaces and furniture, while Emaline taught the women hygiene.

The old Mesa Grande Store.

Gedney not only built and operated the first store on the mountain, he also

established the first mail route at his own expense. He hired “Old Augustine,” an Indian who rode the Ballena Trail weekly. Gedney also became the first Mesa Grande Postmaster and later told some interesting tales about how several attempts to rob the store were cut short by the quick thinking and courage of family members. Journalist James Jasper tells of an incident in the fall of 1873, when two renegade Apaches rode in demanding food. Emaline and her daughter Dell were alone in the store while the men were gone. Because Emaline

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didn’t like the strangers’ looks, she met them at the door with a hand-axe and denied them entrance, telling them to wait outside and she would bring food. When Dell brought the food, they refused to eat and threw it on the ground. They sauntered around the store and began asking questions, such as, “Where are the men” and “How many are there?” Emaline said there were six men who were asleep inside, and asked them not to make any noise to awaken them. They finally left. The following day, Deputy Sheriff Cota picked up the trail of the Apaches after they murdered an entire family in Poway two days before. Had the Gedneys not been frontier-wise and foolishly stepped outside the door, they would have met the same demise as the Poway family. On another occasion in 1891, Gedney was preparing to close the store when he was confronted by two masked men who entered. They cornered him with a gun in his face and a knife in his back. Gedney, being a quick thinker, jumped forward, knocking the pistol to the floor See PIONEERS RAN THE MESA GRANDE POST OFFICE continued on page 31

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Fire Foundation Promotes Funding for GPS-Based System

ince the major firestorms in 2003 and 2007, San Diego County has made great progress in both improving the quality of firefighting equipment and in the training of firefighters, according to San Diego Regional Fire Foundation Board Chairman Frank Ault.“Yet we lag in providing existing technology to reduce response times and maximize the use of technology in fighting fires.” One advancement is a GPS-based system — AVL (Automatic Vehicle Locator) — that has already proven helpful in a local emergency. Several months ago, an individual in the Ramona area suffered a heart attack. Cal Fire dispatch brought up the location in its system and discovered that a San

Diego City fire engine was driving close to where the medical emergency was in progress. Because Cal Fire dispatch had AVL and San Diego City had AVL in their fire trucks, they immediately saw that the San Diego City unit was close to the victim, allowing the individual to get medical attention much quicker.

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The system can pinpoint where each emergency vehicle is at all times. Without AVL, a fire engine is normally dispatched from the fire station closest to the incident, regardless of where the fire engine is physically located at the time of the emergency. Currently, about 70 percent of the county served by Cal Fire, volunteer fire departments and rural fire protection districts lack AVL. Some progress has been made, as Cal Fire, which dispatches these fire agencies, has installed AVL in its dispatch system, and last year San Diego County invested $200,000 in an airborne video camera system. However, this technology cannot be fully utilized until AVL units are installed in all emergency vehicles. AVL can mean the difference between life and death or a small grass fire not becoming a raging wildfire. It also keeps firefighters safer and is a valuable fire management tool. With AVL, fire field commanders can see where all their firefighting resources are deployed on an incident. They can move them to different locations based on fire movement, which provides greater safety for firefighters and indicates where properties needing protection are located. In addition, incoming units may be directed to the most critical positions. The San Diego Regional Fire Foundation seeks to team with businesses and individuals to raise $250,000 to equip 220 fire department emergency vehicles with AVL.

“Creating technology is a noble endeavor, but putting it into everyday use to save lives and property is the true measure of progress,” says Ault. The base level AVL equipment for one vehicle costs $1,200. Upon the completion of this project, all San Diego County fire department emergency vehicles will be linked into the system. For information, contact Executive Director Joan Jones at joan@sdfire foundation.org or 619-814-1352. n

Memorial Reception for Donna Gwinn Artist Donna Gwinn will be honored at a memorial reception on Feb. 8, from 3 to 5 p.m., at the Olde Ramona Hotel Art Gallery, 845 Main St. Her interest in art began when she was a child, according to her husband, Orville, to whom she was married almost 55 years at the time of her death. The couple became Ramona residents in 1987. Gwinn joined the gallery more than 20 years ago and was known for her peaceful and ethereal landscape and still life oil paintings. She was well liked by her peers, and her work was appreciated by the public. n

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Hacking and ID Theft

Are You Next?

t least 110 million consumers were affected by the hack involving Target and Neiman Marcus retailers. Whether or not millions more will have their identities manipulated and finances ruined within the coming months due to more breaches of security at other stores is anyone’s guess, says identity theft recovery expert Scott A. Merritt. “By necessity, I became an expert on identity theft. My information was stolen in 2006, and in repairing the damage, I learned some not-so-obvious ways we can all protect against identity theft in the first place,” says Merritt, CEO of Merritt & Associates and author of “Identity Theft Do’s and Don’ts.” Merritt’s problems began quickly. While disputing financial charges and dealing with resulting business problems, in 2007 he was stopped for a traffic violation and arrested on a false outstanding felony warrant. He immediately knew why. “I had to enlist my U.S. congressman and convince the state police, NCIC, FBI and Secret Service that I didn’t commit the felonies. For a few years, I had to prove that the prints did not match the false record in question. After legal action, however, I was able to have this corrected.” Unfortunately, the millions affected by the recent hacks may be dealing with similar repercussions in the years ahead, he says. Merritt offers seven ways to guard against identity theft before you become a victim. • Understand how and where it happens. Identity theft is like being robbed when you are away from home. Most thefts occur in places where you do business every day. Either a place of business is robbed, a bad employee acts improperly or a hacker breaches the office through the computer. • Secure your wallet’s information. Photocopy everything in your wallet: photos, credit cards (front and back), membership cards — everything. Put the copies in the order the cards are arranged in your wallet, staple the pictures and place them in a strongbox or safe. • Make sure your information is consistent. For all of your identity and financial documents, make absolutely sure, to the smallest detail, that all of your personal information is accurate and

consistent! Discrepancies such as using your middle initial on some documents and not others, or having different addresses, can wreck havoc in proving your identity, and can compromise your credit score.

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• Secure your digital habits and data. Change your passwords at least twice a year on a non-scheduled basis — don’t be predictable. Have a strong firewall if you shop online, and only access sites that are protected by a strong firewall and high industry standards. Access accounts of a financial nature only from your personal computer. • Protect your banking information. While in the bank, keep account numbers and other data out of sight, and avoid stating account numbers, Social Security numbers and similar information out loud. When planning a bank visit, have items such as deposits and withdrawal slips prepared in advance. • Account for your interactions with vendors. Every time you speak to someone with whom you do business, write down the time, date, name and the purpose or outcome of the call. If an identity theft occurs on the vendor’s end, you will be able to reference these prior conversations effectively. Be sure to note any animosity or reluctance from the vendor. • Don’t carry around your birth certificate or Social Security card. Unless it’s necessary, keep those vital items in a safe, or at least a firebox. If you know someone is going to need a copy of your tax returns or your driver’s license, for example, make the copies ahead of time. This avoids the need for a firm’s employee to leave the room with such information. “Of course, you can greatly reduce being a victim of such recent hacks that occurred at the major retailers by using cash more often,” he says. “But if you’re going to use credit, use a card from a national bank or a national credit union and never a debit card, no exceptions.” n

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Begin the New Year in a New Home

fter flatlining during the economic downturn that began around 2008, housing markets in many regions of the United States and Canada have shown signs of recovery.Those in the market to buy and sell may find this year presents an ideal opportunity to do just that. According to the real estate listing website Zillow, home values rose 5.1 percent across the United States between February 2012 and February 2013. The latest forecasts from Canada Mortage and Housing Corporation indicate a strong housing demand into 2014, at which time a strengthened economy will energize both resale and new housing markets. Buyers will need to be prepared to purchase inventory right away, while sellers will need to price their homes right for the best chance of sale. The following are some guidelines.

Buyers Having a plan is essential when buying a home, as such a purchase is not

something buyers should take lightly. Establishing a budget is the first step. This means taking inventory of savings, expenses and borrowing power. It is adviseable to sit down with a lender and do a run-through of what you can afford. By providing key financial information, including earning statements, existing debt and credit history, buyers can quickly learn how much they’re qualified to borrow and how much they are comfortable borrowing. This helps buyers zero in on homes in their price range. Being preapproved for a mortgage is advantageous when it comes time to make offers on properties. It shows sellers that buyers are serious and that they have been vetted by the bank. Many buyers conduct a lot of research online prior to stepping into a home. This research lasts an average of six to eight weeks, according to the National Association of Realtors. Homework includes investigating neighborhoods and

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thriving housing market also have to do their share of work. It is unlikely sellers will be able to list their homes for sale one day and have dozens of offers the next. Today’s buyers are much more conservative, and homes will have to be presented in the best light and listed at reasonable prices. Sellers can start the process of selling their homes by researching recently sold homes in their neighborhoods, paying particular attention to final sales prices. This information may be available through tax records, and some real estate sites publish the data online. Sellers can then compare this information to what they still owe on their mortgages if their homes are not paid off, and this should give sellers an idea of their potential profits. Sellers also can benefit from working with real estate agents, as it can be quite difficult and stressful for homeowners to sell their homes on their own. Agents

When sellers accept buyers’ offers, buyers must then arrange home inspections. An inspection is oftentimes included as a contract contingency, and buyers have a right to cancel contracts if inspections find that a home is unsatisfactory structurally.

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Youth Wrestlers Compete in ‘Beach Brawl’ The Ramona Wrestling Club “The Pound” traveled to San Clemente High School last month to compete in the Second Annual Beach Brawl. The club took four wrestlers and brought back three first-place medals in competition against 400 wrestlers from California, Arizona, Nevada and New Mexico. Pictured back row from left are Assistant Coach Carlos Valdiviezo, Head Coach Eddie Badgett and Assistant Coach Arturo Osorio, and front row, Carlos Valdiviezo, Tyler Badgett, Diego Valdiviezo and Ryan Badgett. For club information, email eddie. badgett@gmail.com. n

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Local African Lion Passes Away

amson, an African lion and long-term resident at The Fund for Animals Wildlife Center, has passed away, the center announced last month. Samson came to the wildlife center on Highland Valley Road as a three-month-old in 2001, after being rescued from the exotic pet trade and an unlicensed owner who hoped to use the kitten as a profit-making prop. Despite his physical deformities, likely a result of improper breeding, Samson enjoyed rolling on pine trees, roaring into a barrel to hear his own echo, and peacefully supervising his domain from atop a platform. Ali Crumpacker, director of the Fund for Animals Wildlife Center, said, “This brave lion overcame many obstacles and received extra-special care from the staff and volunteers to ensure he was enjoying life to the fullest. In recent weeks, Samson’s health declined, and with his longtime caregivers at his side, he slid into a peaceful place where we can only hope he is finally able to run free across the savannah of the sky.” The animal sanctuary, operated by The Fund for Animals, an affiliate of The Humane Society of the United States, is focused on assisting native wildlife in need of rescue and rehabilitation. n

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easily manipulated beneath the dog’s skin. Lipomas can develop anywhere, but they’re usually found on the belly and chest of the dog. The exact cause of these fatty tumors is unknown, but it seems to be a part of aging in some canines. Discovering a lipoma can be disconcerting to dog owners. Feeling a large lump on a pet should prompt a visit to the veterinarian’s office. A veterinarian can often distinguish a lipoma from another more serious condition by simply feeling the lump. Otherwise, the vet may recommend some diagnostic tests, such as needle aspiration, where a specimen of cells is collected. These cells will be looked at under a microscope or a biopsy of the lipoma tissue may be taken. There is nothing pet owners can do to prevent dogs from getting lipomas, but they can watch to make sure the lipoma does not grow too large or become uncomfortable for the dog. A lipoma that grows large enough to impede mobility or is bothersome to the dog, who may bite and lick at it, may need to be removed. Together with their vet, pet owners can make the determination as to what is best for the animal. Dogs that have one lipoma may be likely to develop more. Just because the lump looks and feels like others, it is best to have it checked by a vet as a precaution. Although rare, sometimes a lipoma can be malignant, and this is called a liposarcoma. These tumors don’t spread quickly to other areas of the body, but since lipomas in general seem to infiltrate muscle and other tissue, they can be difficult to remove, and recurrence is common. Pet ownership requires keeping abreast of pet health issues. Lumps on an animal may not be serious, but they are worthy of a check by a veterinarian. n

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alentine’s Day is the second most popular day to give flowers to a loved one, behind Mother’s Day. Thousands upon thousands of roses are imported from areas of South America in time for Valentine’s Day, and the rose has become the unofficial flower of this day. While red roses signify love, other crimson-hued flowers can join roses in representing the strong emotions felt for a sweetheart. When visiting the florist to have a bouquet or arrangement of flowers assembled for Valentine’s Day, consider mixing and matching other flowers for an arrangement with flair and originality.

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sisters are rehearsing their show. They need the money for a very specific project: burial costs for four of their sisterhood. The rest were taken care of, following their deaths by poisoning from the nunnery’s chef, Sister Julian, Child of God. Boland is ideal as the Reverend Mother. She keeps her finger on the musical productions while trying to keep the sisters in line. She has her own time center stage with “Turn Up the Spotlight” and “Playing Second Fiddle,” among other tunes. Boland is a hoot when the dear Mother accidently snorts drugs. Oen gives a strong portrayal as Sister Mary Hubert. Errington is a riot as the sister suffering from amnesia. Henderson sounds as if she is straight from New

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shortly after their marriage and began operations at the Santa Ysabel Store. The couple had two sons, Bruce and Edgar, but both died young. Brackett sold out at Santa Ysabel, and in 1900, went to Mesa Grande, where he built another store located at the present site, which he ran until 1903. The Gedneys and Bracketts of Mesa Grande were active in business, civic and social affairs of the backcountry. Old-timers in the region attest to their honesty, loyalty and hospitality. The entire pioneer family has since passed away, leaving only pleasant memories of that period of development in the outback of San Diego County. Cleason Ambler was born in Bellview, Ill., in 1873, and came to Mesa Grande in 1895, where he worked at the nearby Shenandoah gold mine. In 1899, he married Carrie B. Stone. They went to Granite, Mont., where Cleason worked in the mines. They returned to Mesa Grande in 1903, and bought Barney Brackett’s store and cattle ranch. Ambler was postmaster there for 43 years and also operated the telephone exchange. In later years, he recalled how it took two days going by a four-horse wagon team to travel to San Diego. It was a one-week trip to get supplies, usually undertaken twice a year. The store that was built in 1900 was destroyed by fire in 1929, and was rebuilt at the same site. After Ambler sold out, the store was

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Historical Society Michael Harrison, deputy district chief for Congressman Duncan Hunter, will relate interesting stories about presidential elections at the Ramona Pioneer Historical Society’s Feb. 18 potluck at 6:30 in the Barnett Barn, 645 Main St. The public is welcome. Those attending the potluck are asked to bring a main dish, salad or dessert for eight. Call 760-789-7644.

Pen and ink illustrator Lori Mitchell will be the guest artist at Ramona Art Guild’s Feb. 19 meeting at 7 p.m. at Ramona Library, 1275 Main St. Vicki Walsh will lead a workshop Feb. 22 at the library. Call 760-787-1962 or visit www.ramonaartguild.org.

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ences serve many purposes on a property and can even add visual appeal and value to a home. A fence can effectively delineate property borders, serve as a safety barrier and keep pets and children from wandering into the street. According to Zillow, an online real estate database, erecting a fence on a property in an area where fences are common usually increases the value of the home, putting it in line with similar properties nearby. However, this may only be the case if the fence is installed professionally and matches other fences throughout the neighborhood. Homeowners planning to install a fence should first secure

a copy of their property surveys. A survey of the property is often conducted upon purchasing a home and/or when the land and home is being assessed. If you do not have a survey, you can hire a professional to conduct one. The survey will be handy because it clearly marks property lines. Depending on the local regulations, fences may need to be installed a certain number of inches or feet within the property line. Your municipality and building code office will be able to guide you further as to what is legal. Reputable fencing companies that work in the community should also have a good understanding of fencing regulations. A permit is typically needed

to install a fence. Either your contractor or you will need to apply for the permit before construction can begin. It is best to follow the law so that the fence can be installed in a manner that is consistent with local regulations and will not be subject to potentially costly removal. As a courtesy, speak with your neighbors about your fencing plans. The fence will separate your properties from one another, and your neighbors may have certain feelings about what they want to look at. Even if a neighbor is not sharing the cost, it is a good idea to discuss fencing with your neighbors in an effort to reduce the likelihood of conflict down the road. Fences have been points of

contention between neighbors, and you don’t want a previously amicable relationship to turn sour. In some instances, neighbors will be excited about the prospect of a fence and may want to share the cost. Fencing contractors may offer discounts for multi-home installations, so it pays to inquire with the neighbors for that reason alone.

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