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VOLUME 15, ISSUE 24
Celebration in the Streets
San Clemente’s Class of 2020 Ends School Year in Style SPECIAL SECTION
The San Clemente High School Class of 2020 marches through Avenida Del Mar on Thursday, June 4, as part of a special tribute held in lieu of an official commencement ceremony, which has been delayed until late July amid the public health crisis. Photo: Shawn Raymundo
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the mask policy to be eased, but Chau was unable to give a clear answer that satisfied Wagner, saying it was unclear how the boost in public gatherings, protests and reopenings would impact coronavirus case counts. “We are seeing an increase in community transmission,” Quick had said at the June 2 board meeting. “I also think our hospitalization rates have been trending up.” Health officials reminded the board that while face masks do not protect the individual wearing them, they reduce the spread to others with whom they have been exposed.
Five things San Clemente should know this week Bars, Gyms, Movie Theaters Could Reopen Friday THE LATEST: Orange County’s bars, gyms, movie theaters, professional sports and schools are among the sectors that could reopen with modifications as early as Friday, June 12, marking another step forward in the state’s phased approach to reopening California’s economy. State officials late last week announced that counties that had previously received approval to move further into Stage 2 of the governor’s reopening plan, including Orange County, could reopen additional business sectors following a review of local epidemiological data. The businesses will be expected to institute laundry lists of social distancing guidelines and encourage face coverings to minimize exposure to others and prevent the further spread of the coronavirus. Movie theaters, in particular, will be required to limit seating, rely on reservation ticketing systems, direct ushers to monitor customer flow to avoid congregating, and designate separate entry and exit routes, among other stipulations. Bars are expected to prioritize and expand outdoor seating, limit the number of patrons at tables, as well as the number inside based on establishment size; discontinue seating at bar counters where six feet of social distancing can’t be maintained; and lower the volume of house music so employees can hear customers more clearly without having to get too close to take orders. Announcements from the county and state this past Friday noted that local health officers will have the final say on which sectors can reopen. Those decisions will need to be based on the data for the specific communities. “As we continue to release guidance on how different sections can reopen with modifications, it is important to remember guidance doesn’t mean ‘go,’ ” Dr. Sonia Angell, the state’s public health officer and director of the California Department of Public Health, said in a June 5 press release. “Your local health officer will make the final decision about which sectors will open, guided by data specific to your community.” In order to continue moving further along the state’s reopening road map, counties must demonstrate a stable or deSan Clemente Times June 11-17, 2020
WHAT’S NEXT: While more businesses are set to reopen this weekend, it remains unclear when the face mask policy will be lifted.—Shawn Raymundo and Lillian Boyd
The state issued guidance this week for counties to follow before allowing more business sectors to reopen, including bars, gyms, movie theaters and professional sports. It could happen as early as Friday, June 12. Photo: Shawn Raymundo
creasing number of hospitalized patients for COVID-19. Over a seven-day period, the average daily change in percentage can be no greater than 5%. Counties must also keep their cumulative COVID-19 case positivity rate below 8% over a 14-day period. As of Wednesday, June 10, Orange County’s test positivity rate was at 4.7%, according to the state. In a another press release, Molly Nichelson, the county’s public information officer, said a final decision regarding the timing for reopening will come from Orange County’s health officer no sooner than this Friday. As of press time, Nichelson had not responded to a San Clemente Times request for additional comment. Preparations to begin reopening the additional sectors this week comes amid the resignation of Orange County Health Care Agency Officer Dr. Nichole Quick, whose sudden departure has led to Dr. Clayton Chau, the agency’s director, taking that role. Quick resigned on Monday, June 8, amid controversy over the county’s face mask order, which is that everyone must wear a face mask in public places where they cannot keep a distance of six feet from each other, and her directives on how businesses could reopen. A security detail had been assigned to Quick after protesters had demonstrated in front of her home and after she had received death threats. Quick also faced backlash after her office reportedly intended to issue a warning to the owner of Nomads Canteen, which had reopened for dine-in service in defiance of the statewide stay-at-home order in May. That direction prompted a sharp rebuke from OC Supervisors Michelle Steel and Don Wagner. During the OC Board of Supervisors’ special meeting on Tuesday, June 9, officials questioned whether the order and the emergency declaration would still need to be in effect. Wagner asked Chau what metrics Orange County would need to meet in order for
SC to Continue Receiving SONGS Emergency Funding THE LATEST: San Clemente will continue to receive funding for radiological emergency planning from Southern California Edison as part an updated long-term partnership agreement with neighboring cities and the counties of Orange and San Diego. Councilmembers from the cities of Dana Point, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano, as well as the boards of supervisors for Orange County and San Diego County, approved the amended Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which will expire on June 30, 2049. For the next eight years, SoCal Edison will provide more than $12.6 million in emergency response funding to the five municipalities, coinciding with the power plant operator’s progress in decommissioning and deconstructing the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station. Following that period, the power company is expected to pay more than $9.9 million for the remaining 20 years of the MOU. By that time, SoCal Edison notes, the nuclear waste currently being stored on site could potentially have been relocated to a national permanent repository. “We value our longstanding relationships with the local jurisdictions and maintaining our association with our local first responders for the long term,” Doug Bauder, SoCal Edison’s vice president and chief nuclear officer, said in a press release. In late 2015, the company and the two counties along with the three local cities entered into an MOU that provided a formal mechanism to define and fund cooperative actions for emergency planning, training, equipment and exercises, among other things, related to SONGS emergency planning and preparedness. The MOU established an initial annual maximum budget of $193,000 for each of the three cities, although the annual
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amounts received were based on reimbursement of actual costs up to the maximum, according to the city’s agenda report. Taking Consumer Price Index adjustments into account, the maximum has since increased to $217,924 this fiscal year. But the MOU also included a funding schedule under which funds would begin to be reduced, and funding past Fiscal Year 2021-2022 would be per a new successor MOU. Under the amended MOU, a new baseline of $217,924 is set for the three cities for the upcoming Fiscal Year 2020-2021, which begins on July 1. The baseline budget for Orange County is $960,171, while San Diego County’s baseline budget is $366,509. Based on the new baseline budget, the annual funds will continue to glide down, first to 75% at the start of Fiscal Year 20212022, then 66% between Fiscal Years 2023 and 2029. From Fiscal Years 2030 to 2049, the maximum amount of funding will be 25% of the initial baseline. According to the city, the new MOU also removed certain activities from the previous version that no longer applied to the current state of SONGS, such as a previous provision requiring SoCal Edison to maintain the Community Siren System through June 30, 2019. The sirens were depowered in July 2019. The city also states that the updated MOU cleaned up or simplified language, as well as provided the municipalities with greater flexibility to determine appropriate planning and response actions. Last year, the city council backed state legislation from Sen. Patricia Bates (RLaguna Niguel) that was meant to extend the funding provisions of the MOU. The city, in its report, credits Bates for helping to spur the discussions among the municipalities and SoCal Edison in order to reach an agreement.—SR
City to Redraft Bid Process for Tree Service Contract THE LATEST: The city will look to redraft its bid solicitation process for a new tree maintenance contract, as councilmembers last week voted unanimously to again turn down bids that had been received for a multiyear service deal. Councilors on Tuesday, June 2, rejected bids from San Clemente-based Rod’s Tree Service and from West Coast Arborists, which had submitted the lowest bid, putting the Anaheim-based company as the top contender for the five-year contract. According to the city’s report, West Coast’s base bid came in at an annual price of $274,560. With a 20% contingency tacked on for the first year of the proposed contract, the city was looking at a maximum cost of $330,000 for the upcoming fiscal year. (Cont. on page 4) sanclementetimes.com
EYE ON SC (Cont. from page 3) During the public hearing portion of the council’s discussion on the contract, WCA touted its position as an industry leader in tree care, noting that the family-operated business is currently contracted with the neighboring cities of Dana Point, Laguna Beach, Laguna Niguel, Mission Viejo and San Juan Capistrano, as well as the Capistrano Unified School District. “WCA is committed to providing professional and superior tree care to San Clemente,” company President Patrick Mahoney wrote in a prepared statement to the council. He later added, “WCA values our reputation; at the same time, we understand as contractors we are an extension of the city and agency, which requires us to protect your name as well.” Rod’s, which has served San Clemente for more than 40 years, is currently in a one-year agreement with the city that expires at the end of the current fiscal year— June 30. The local company submitted a base bid price of $343,860 for the five-year contract. “Working with and in the city of San Clemente is one of the greatest honors over the years,” Rod’s Tree Service wrote in submitted remarks to the council. “The trees on our streets are more than another tree or another job. These trees have been planted by our grandfather and family members. We grew up with these trees; the safety of our community and the health and beauty of our trees are personal to us.” At the council’s direction last year, the city went out to bid under a public works project competitive bid solicitation, which requires that the city award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder “unless the City Council rejects all bids,” the city noted in its report. Bids from both companies for a threeyear contract had initially been submitted to the city earlier this year, but during the council’s late April meeting, it voted to reject both bids, directing staff to go back out to bid for a five-year contract instead. Both times, West Coast Arborists’ bid came in under Rod’s Tree Service. For the three-year deal, Rod’s submitted a bid for $424,700, while West Coast filed a $304,000 bid. Councilmember Gene James last week asked Public Works Director Tom Bonigut why the city went with a maintenanceservice contract and not with a personalservices contract that relies on a qualitative analysis and bid process. “Why would we have not gone with a personal-services contract where we could take other things into consideration other than just the bid—just the low bid?” James asked. Bonigut replied that it was done at the council’s behest, but that it could change course. City Attorney Scott Smith further explained that it’s within the council’s purview to reject all bids and redraft the solicitation process. But, he warned, a San Clemente Times June 11-17, 2020
personal-services bid process doesn’t necessarily mean it would work out in the incumbent contractor’s favor. “The council reserves the ability to always reject all bids, and then you can regroup and, as some cities do, consider a qualitative process for doing this as opposed to a bid process,” he said. “Regardless of the track record and the history, there’s no way to reward the incumbent for simply being the incumbent. So we want you to understand that.” Smith went on to state that a personalservice bid process “would be qualitative and also very objective.” City staff, he said, will need to redo and revamp the solicitation, later bringing back criteria to the council for approval. WHAT’S NEXT: Staff is expected to present the qualitative criteria for the personal services bid process to the council during its Aug. 16 meeting. To address the pending expiration of Rod’s current one-year agreement, the council also voted to direct staff to enter into a month-to-month deal with the local company.—SR
Council Approves Business Assistance Strategies to Allow for Temporary Outdoor Dining THE LATEST: To help local businesses bounce back from months of closures related to the coronavirus pandemic, the city council last week approved a set of assistance strategies that will allow restaurants and shops to temporarily create more outdoor dining and retail space. The city council on Tuesday, June 2, voted unanimously in favor of authorizing the city’s emergency services director to implement the strategies, which temporarily relax some of the city’s zoning restrictions regarding outdoor services and commercial banners. “The local economic recovery is going to be challenging, as some businesses are unable to operate at full capacity,” the city stated in a report to the council, referring to social distancing requirements that limit a business’s available seating and space for customers. Over the coming weeks, patrons in San Clemente can expect to see some shops and eateries set up more outdoor retail and dining space on both public and private property. Eventually, the city also intends to close off Avenida Del Mar to traffic on Sundays, allowing the stores and restaurants to utilize the street for outdoor services. Under the strategies, businesses will also get a temporary pass when it comes restrictions on hanging banners and signs, which have largely been used by shops lately to let customers know they’re open.
Late last month, the governor announced that California could move further into Stage 2 of his four-phased reopening plan, particularly easing restrictions when it comes to in-person dining at restaurants. Restaurants, which had previously been allowed only to serve takeout and delivery, can now offer dine-in seating again but with social distancing guidelines. “Restaurants have the need to limit seating inside the restaurants, and reconfigure their kitchens to meet social distancing requirements within the tenant space,” City Planner Gabriel Perez told the council on June 2. “So that results in reduced revenue for the restaurants and making the financial recovery difficult.” According to the city, businesses can apply for special activity permits offering temporary provisions to open up outdoor services on either private property, such as parking lots next to the storefront property, or on public property including sidewalks and adjacent on-street parking spaces. The permit for use of private property for outdoor services would allow the restaurants and shops to access private sidewalks and up to 50% of their parking lots. The businesses would still need to maintain six feet of separation between tables and pathways. Those businesses applying for the permit on public property would also need to require a six-foot buffer for tables and pathways, obtain comprehensive general liability insurance and apply for a specialevent permit with the city. Speaking with San Clemente Times by phone on Thursday, June 4, Perez said staff will review the permit applications for the outdoor activities on a case-by-case basis. Approved permits will be valid until Sept. 30, but he noted that there’s potential for extensions depending on the state of the public health crisis. In mid-March, the council had adopted a proclamation declaring a local emergency amid the spread of COVID-19. According to the city, the declaration allows the council or the city manager to issue exceptions to local laws. “So the permit is available. And could businesses do this previously? They could, but it was a little more cumbersome, and it was only good for 15 days,” Perez said. “This permit is good (until) Sept. 30.” WHAT’S NEXT: As for the closure of Del Mar, Jonathan Lightfoot, an associate planner and the city’s new economic development officer, said there’s no firm date set for that yet, as discussions are continuing over such things as duration. “We don’t have a time frame yet, but the goal is as soon as possible,” Lightfoot said, noting that he’s tasked with working with the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce and the San Clemente Downtown Business Association (DBA) to iron out those details.
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“The city is looking to the DBA to assist and come up with a proposal that best meets the needs of the businesses,” he said, adding: “The DBA is going to be assisting in communicating with members to provide a game plan, and we will be working to implement that.”—SR
Artificial Reef Expansion Resumes THE LATEST: Construction to expand Southern California Edison’s man-made kelp forest from the coast of San Clemente up to Dana Point’s waters resumed on Wednesday, June 10, according to the San Onofre power plant operator. Based on ocean conditions, SoCal Edison had initially targeted Monday, June 8, to restart the work that will more than double the size of its Wheeler North Reef. The project started back in July 2019 before being placed on pause in October— the start of lobster season. SoCal Edison is working to extend the artificial reef—currently stretching about 174 acres from Seal Rock out past the end of the San Clemente Pier—up north into Dana Point’s coastal area. When complete, the reef is expected to cover 384 acres. As of September, SCE had concluded the 2019 portion of the $20 million expansion project, with 91,895 tons of rock placed, 119.33 acres built, 27 barge trips and zero safety incidents or near-misses, the company previously had stated. Mandated by the California Coastal Commission (CCC) in the 1990s, the reef is intended to facilitate kelp forests that were lost to warm-water discharge from the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS). The Commission’s permit for SONGS required that it study and improve in-plant fish return and create 150 acres of tidal wetland, both of which have been completed. SONGS is still required by the Commission to create an additional 150 acres of kelp reef, which produces 28 tons of fish. According to SCE, work this summer will focus primarily on the stretch between just north of the San Clemente Pier and just south of Dana Point Harbor, where another 58,000 tons of rock are to be placed. “This reef, what some have called the largest artificial reef in the world, is already providing benefits to the local marine ecology,” Jenny McGee, SCE’s project manager for the reef expansion, said in a press release. “Those benefits will extend far into the future as we see more and more marine life thrive in and around these kelp forests.” WHAT’S NEXT: The Coastal Commission will discuss the ongoing project during a webinar it will host on June 16. Members of the public can RSVP for the webinar with Jonna Engel at jonna.engel@coastal. ca.gov.—SR sanclementetimes.com
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Within These Walls Advocates Continue to Urge Domestic Violence Survivors to Seek Help BY LILLIAN BOYD AND COSTA BEAVIN-PAPPAS, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES
Patricia Wenskunas has a message for survivors of domestic violence: You are not alone. “Hang onto hope. There are people that care, and they can help you break the cycle,” Wenskunas said. “You can survive and thrive. Please reach out for help.” Wenskunas is the CEO and founder of Crime Survivors Inc., a nonprofit organization that works to provide resources and assistance to victims of crimes, including murder attempts, rape and human trafficking. She says that with resource availability shifting, victims may have trouble reaching out. When a survivor of domestic violence lives with his or her abuser, their safest hours could be during the workday, when they are apart. Since California has enacted its stay-athome order in March to reduce the spread of COVID-19, the hours that a survivor spends with an abuser have likely been extended. But monitoring domestic violence cases and responding to a victim’s outreach poses its challenges. In Dana Point, domestic violence-related calls to Orange County Sheriff’s Department had decreased in March, compared to the same time last year, and had more than tripled in April, compared to the same time last year. In San Clemente, OCSD received five domestic violence calls in March 2019 but received 12 calls in March 2020. April also saw a slight increase, with eight calls in April 2019 and 10 calls in April 2020. San Juan Capistrano has seen slight upticks each month of 2020 compared to the same months last year. But not every survivor chooses to call law enforcement to report the abuse, whether that be due to fear of repercussions, fear of law enforcement or fear of their abuser getting in trouble. Those fears have been further complicated by the coronavirus pandemic. “A lot of victims may be thinking, ‘If I stay home, I may be abused, but if I go to the hospital, I may die of COVID-19,’” Wenskunas said. Wenskunas says that with resource availability shifting, victims may have trouble reaching out. “Based on the calls we are getting, victims feel deterred when walk-in offices for police services are closed,” Wenskunas said. “Abusers tell victims things like ‘If you leave, come back and get us infected, I’m going to kill you.’ That kind of fear leads most victims to just want to keep their families together.” Wenskunas says that Crime Survivors Dana Point Times June 11-17, 2020
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Inc., as well as other nonprofit organizations and agencies responding to domestic violence, have had to get creative in adapting to the circumstances. “We need to listen to victims. Victims can tell us what they need; when we hear from them, we can create something better than what we were doing before,” Wenskunas said. Crime Survivors Inc. has held weekly roundtable Zoom meetings for all Southern California counties. About 150-300 individuals representing service providers, various district attorney offices, sheriff’s departments, probation offices and advocacy groups join in on the call to better coordinate between agencies. “We saw a spike in our hotline calls from the week of the stay-at-home order to the following week, by 40%,” said Andrea McCallister, Director of Development and Communications for Laura’s House, a domestic violence shelter in Orange County. Nonprofits have been communicating with each other to help each other fill in the gaps for available hotel rooms, diapers, groceries and more. They’ve also assisted each other in adapting to social distancing. McCallister says Laura’s House was quick to respond to the orders, knowing that victims of abuse would be relying on the organization. On March 18, Laura’s House counseling and therapeutic services were converted to a telehealth format, with clients meeting with therapists and legal advocates using a secure, online platform. The emergency shelter was prepped and put into effect new policies and waiting periods for entering new clients, and the safetynet hotel night program ramped up, enabling coordinators to help those in urgent need by offering them bed nights with one of the local hotel partners.
From the week of March 16, when the stay-at-home order was issued, to the following week, Laura’s House saw a 40% increase in calls to its 24-hour Crisis Hotline. Coordinators also enabled the Heart Chat, (text and IM feature for teens) to be used for the general population, and provide another way for victims of abuse to reach out to them for help. Orange County Sheriff Don Barnes, a Laura’s House Board Member, has reported that domestic violence-related calls to the Sheriff’s Department are up 20% over last year at this time. By the end of the first four-week period of the stay-at-home order, domestic violence calls to the sheriff were up about 25% from a year earlier, according to Barnes’ statements during an April 16 county news briefing on COVID-19. He added that calls involving family disputes also were up about 24% during the same period, and that his department had taken eight calls for child abuse, compared with three during the same time period in 2019. McCallister says that for those considering reaching out for help, the 24/7 hotline is the best way to start. Advocates who handle calls are able to coordinate resources and safety plans tailored to the individual’s circumstances and can figure out what will work out best for the survivor. “The first 72 hours of when a victim leaves the abuser is the most dangerous,” McCallister said. Laura’s House has since been able to reduce the waiting period for a safety net hotel stay. Temperature checks for staff and residents are part of new protocols to prevent the spread of COVID-19. “We hope to work together to meet the needs of victims of abuse here in Orange
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County and our surrounding counties,” McCallister said. “We know that for many, it is a difficult time to reach out, but together we will be ready and positioned to help, inspiring hope and empowering change for a life free of abuse.” For those who have not experienced domestic violence, Wenskunas asks allies to be patient, understanding and compassionate. “The majority of survivors don’t want others who haven’t walked this journey to ever have to know what it feels like,” Wenskunas said. “Listen and hear what a victim says without judgment, without shame, without blame, without guilt. Try to to be in that moment with that victim so that there is hope and healing.” SC
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• Human Options 877.854.3594, humanoptions.org • Laura’s House 866.498.1511 or text HEART to 949.484.8440, laurashouse.org • Orange County Adult Protective Services 800.451.5155 • Orange County Child Abuse Registry 800.207.4464 • National Domestic Violence Hotline 800.799.7233, thehotline.org • Women’s Transitional Living Center 877.531.5522, wtlc.org, or email info@wtlc.org
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No July 4 Fireworks Display at Pier; City Considering Alternatives The city, this year, will not host its annual Independence Day fireworks display at the beach amid ongoing steps to further prevent the spread of the coronavirus, city officials announced this month. Instead, Assistant City Manager Erik Sund told councilmembers last week, the city is potentially looking at holding the fireworks show at the Vista Hermosa Sports Park, but with no spectators allowed entrance into the facility. “The purpose of this is for San Clemente residents to be able to stay home and view the fireworks from their home,” Sund said, noting that the city is recognizing measures for “social distancing and that crowds are not necessarily something we’re trying to trend towards.” An official statement with detailed and finalized plans from the city is forthcoming, Sund told the council during its June 2 meeting. City officials were not immediately available to provide further comment as of Monday, June 8. The Fourth of July fireworks celebration joins the list of many other summertime events that have either been postponed or canceled as a result of the public health crisis. As of press time, it was unclear whether the annual San Clemente Office Chair Race—another popular July 4 event but not sanctioned by the city—will still occur this year.
Scholarships Awarded to Local High School Seniors The Democratic Women of South Orange County announced the recipients for the 2020 Senior Year High School Scholarships. The local seniors competed through essays for up to $1,000 in awards. Julia Iacono was a winner representing Dana Hills High School. The San Clemente High School winners were Esther Mafouta March, Julia Wengier, Alexandra Ruiz, and Andrew de Koeyer. The San Juan Hills High School winners were Riley Goodfellow and Amanda Picariello. “Our Scholarship Award Winners for 2020 continue to surpass our expectations of what we envisioned for this scholarship,” DWSOC President Kim Anderson said in a press release. The recipients wrote essays on what democracy means to them and what San Clemente Times June 11-17, 2020
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changes they would like to see in the world. They covered issues of social injustice and oppression, voting rights, free speech, and current criminal justice issues. The applicants, though seniors, already have a high level of accomplishments. They are valedictorians, AP scholars and National Honor Society members. Along with those, the students have volunteered on local and congressional political campaigns. They have also planned walkouts for stricter California gun control laws and led a demonstration in honor of the Parkland school shooting. Because of the circumstances of COVID-19, a virtual awards program was held instead of a formal Senior Awards Night.—Costa Beavin-Pappas
OC Public Libraries Reopen Bookdrops All OC Public Libraries bookdrops reopened on Tuesday, June 9, except for Costa Mesa Donald Dungan Library, which will reopen on June 20. “Bring your items back to the nearest library. All fines will be waived as soon as they are checked in,” OC Public Libraries said on their Facebook page. “Donations are still not being accepted at any library location.” OC Public Libraries locations had been closed until further notice due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While the Friends of the Library Bookstores remain closed, digital services remain available. Signing up for a digital library card can be done at ocpl.org/elib/ecard, which gives access to a variety of downloadable media. That includes 24/7 free access to e-books, audiobooks, magazines, movies, resources and more. Have something interesting to submit to our News Bites section?
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Letters to The Editor SAFETY EILEEN GREENE, San Clemente
I feel compelled to respond to the letter to the editor that was titled Safe? in a recent edition of the San Clemente Times. Mr. Brantuk states people shouldn’t be seduced by the “lazy” thought that someone else (police, city/state/federal elected, etc.) needs to take care of us. Alan Hostetter encouraging people to take down the fences at the Pier Bowl parking lot is vandalism and breaking the law and a terrible example for young people.
Mr. Brantuk’s letter also states that “it is up to each of us to determine what is best for ourselves.” Perhaps Mr. Brantuk has been watching the news the past few nights. Yes, one bad cop (and there are rotten apples in every profession) has set off a chain reaction of violence, destruction and mayhem across the country. People are running rampant stealing and taking everything and anything just because they want to. We need our police force to keep us safe. Mr. Brantuk’s letter starts out with an oath that elected public servants take. Well, every single police officer takes an oath before his badge is pinned on, and that is to “protect and serve.” I am grateful that we have men and women who have the courage to undertake this career, especially in this day and age.
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A PROPER GRADUATION IS DESERVED & NECESSARY LARRY SCOTT, San Clemente
The Capistrano Unified School District surveyed all the 2020 senior graduates and parents, and the message was very clear: high school graduation is a life-changing moment, rite of passage and deeply important. The vote was to defer the ceremony to later in the summer when restrictions are lifted. Seems simple enough, so why is there so much difficulty for CUSD to decide on a date and commit? Hopefully, it is not the result of shortsighted red tape due to a ceremony being scheduled after the district’s technical “year-end” and selfish (Cont. on page 8) sanclementetimes.com
SOAPBOX (Cont. from page 7) concerns by the teachers union over a single day’s worth of compensation outside of the school year. I am confident the union members, teachers and staff can volunteer a single unpaid day of their summer vacation to recognizing our senior students that have poured 12 years of effort into this treasured and important accomplishment. As for social distancing, large football fields and PA systems provide the ability to distance safely and limit the audience to parents only. And with simply breaking the ceremony up into multiple groups alphabetically, you will have fewer people than currently occupy our Walmart or Target on any given day. Make it happen, CUSD and teachers union—it’s not that difficult if you really care about the students. Oh, and one more thing, front-yard signs and car stickers are not a replacement for a graduation ceremony. Triton for life.
THE POWER OF HOAS EILEEN SPATZ, San Clemente
I live in a Talega condo complex where our HOA has gone rogue. Homeowners had been told for several years that any pipe failures were the sole responsibility of the owner. After seeing dozens of pipe failures springing up all around us, eight of us went ahead and had our condos repiped in 2018 at a personal cost of $5,200 to $7,000. After a neighbor threatened legal action against the HOA last year, regarding their avoidance of the pipe issue, the board decided it would repipe the entire complex out of its reserves, and would reimburse the eight owners who had already repiped. All good. However, this week I was served with a legal document stating it would only reimburse me for 75% of the costs I incurred, and that all units will be repiped, including the eight units that had already gone through that horrible process just 21 months ago. The document threatened to impose a fine of up to $1,000 per day to force compliance. I refuse to allow anyone into my home during a pandemic with a deadly invisible virus that could cause serious health risks, or death. Six of the eight homeowners, including myself, are in the vulnerable class of individuals being over the age of 60 and having underlying health conditions. I have not even allowed my children or grandchildren into my home since midMarch. Our HOA has used the cover of the pandemic, when executive session meetings were leveraged, to pursue this ridiculous plan, not allowing for any input or discussion from the homeowners San Clemente Times June 11-17, 2020
impacted. Instead, we are being forced to allow entry into our homes for unnecessary work to be done by various teams of contractors who could bring the virus into my living space, or else face fines of up to $30,000 per month forcing insolvency. This is just all kinds of wrong. The reason for this action? To have all the condos under the same warranty, even though our own 25-year warranties would be transferred to the association. HOAs have an amazing amount of power. Buyer beware.
ANOTHER RESPONSE TO ‘SAFE’ KARL REITZ, San Clemente
I agree with the letter writer that the Constitution does not say that government should keep us safe. But how should we interpret the phrase in the preamble that says government should provide for the “general welfare” of its citizens? According to the logic of the writer, the government should not be in the business of making sure our airplanes, our drugs, our food supply, our cars, or even homes are safe. The coronavirus has already killed far more people in the U.S. than terrorists have. The extreme libertarian views expressed by the writer are a bigger threat to the well-being of our nation than even the extremist views of religious terrorists. Scientists agree that had our government acted in a more timely fashion and been better prepared, many fewer lives would have been lost. Less government
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CORRECTION: On page 26 of the San Clemente Times’ June 4 edition, an archive photo of construction at a nuclear power plant misidentified the site as the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station. The photo shows construction of the Diablo Canyon Power Plant near Avila Beach in San Luis Obispo.
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FRIDAY, JUNE 12: ONLINE ‘PILGRIM’ ARTIFACT AUCTION 6 p.m. The Ocean Institute in Dana Point will be holding an online Pilgrim Auction through June 19. This auction is an opportunity for community members to purchase a piece of history to help the Ocean Institute fund its future maritime programs and operations. Some items include Pilgrim nameplates, Pilgrim fastener plaques made from the Pilgrim’s hull, and boarding ladders. Leading up to the virtual auction, the Ocean Institute will display some of the items up for sale on its social media channels. For questions regarding the auction, contact Dan Goldbacher at dgoldbacher@oceaninstitute.org. Ocean Institute, 949.496. 2274. ocean-institute.org.
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Thursday | 11 FREE LIVE WEBINAR SERIES— THE OFFICE: HOW TO SAFELY REOPEN Noon-1 p.m. As California begins to reopen following the stay-at-home orders, employers must plan to make sure that their employees can safely return to the office. The adaptations required by the guidelines issued by the State of California will generate employment issues, and employers should take action to minimize liability. This webinar hosted by the Downtown Business Association and presented by labor and employment lawyers will cover topics such as COVID-19 industry guidance, making appropriate decisions on rehiring employees, as well as wage and hour best practices. Email info@scdba.org to register and submit questions. Downtown Business Association. scdba.org. VIRTUAL SKETCH AND SIP 4-6 p.m. Local artist Kelly Gallaher will lead a still life-themed sketch and sip class for the Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens. This event takes place virtually; materials and beverages not included. To RSVP, go to casaromantica.org. Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens. 949.498.2139. San Clemente Times June 11-17, 2020
Saturday | 13 SOUTH OC CARS AND COFFEE 9-11 a.m. South OC Cars and Coffee, dubbed the world’s biggest weekly car meet, attracts a mix of 500-1,000 hypercars, supercars, exotics, vintage, classic, muscle and sports cars, hot rods, rat rods, pickups, 4x4s and motorcycles. New social-distancing guidelines have been put in place, including a requirement that all attendants must wear face masks. The Outlets at San Clemente, 101 West Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente. southoccarsandcoffee.com.
Wednesday | 17 MIDDLE SCHOOL DUNGEONS & DRAGONS Noon-3 p.m. The Wellness & Prevention Center is inviting middle school-aged kids to this weekly virtual event, in which participants can learn, play, and have a Dungeons & Dragons experience. This small group explores fantastic adventure while making new friends, releases stress and anxiety with theater of the mind. Tickets can be purchased through eventbrite.com. Wellness & Prevention Center, 949.680.0516. wpc-oc.org. WRITING WORKSHOP 6:30-8 p.m. The Community Outreach Alliance’s “Our Stories” is an eight-week workshop leading to a virtual performance created by the participants through improvisation, storytelling and video. Participants will learn how to create stories with the help of professional writers from Laguna Playhouse. This event is free for ages 18-25. Register at signupgenius.com. Community Outreach Alliance. 949.257.2286. communityoutreachalliance.com. Page 9
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GUEST OPINION: On Life and Love After 50 by Tom Blake
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‘Don’t Let The Old Man In’
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hile staring at my computer, pondering what advice I could share with mature singles in this week’s column, with COVID-19 still a concern—although restrictions have been eased somewhat—an email from my partner, Greta, arrived in my inbox. Moments later, Greta, sitting at her desk a few feet away, said, “Did you get my email? It’s a video with a message that you might want to share with your readers.” When I saw the subject line, “Don’t let the old man in,” I thought Greta had sent me a subtle hint that she’d seen enough of me during this challenging stay-at-home time. The email explained that the word “man” could be replaced by the word “woman.” In other words, the message apON LIFE AND plied to seniors of either LOVE AFTER 50 gender. By Tom Blake I watched the 4-minute video, which featured multiple scenes of Clint Eastwood, who is now 90. According to the video, Eastwood and country-music singer Toby Keith were playing golf together at a Pebble Beach charity event two years ago. During the round of golf, Eastwood said to Keith: “I turn 88 on Monday.” Keith said, “What are you going to do?” Eastwood replied, “I am going to shoot a movie,” adding that filming was starting in two days. Keith said, “What keeps you going?” Eastwood replied, “I get up every day
and don’t let the old man in.” Later that day at home, inspired by Eastwood’s relentless energy, Keith wrote a song, titled “Don’t Let The Old Man In.” He hoped Eastwood would like it. Not only did the actor like it, Eastwood felt he had a spot in the movie where the song would fit in. A video was created by Lone Wolf Media, narrated by Keith and featuring his song. After I watched the video, I thought, Greta’s right. My readers might like this as an inspiration to keep on moving and living, regardless of their age and later-inlife challenges. Yes, COVID-19 had slowed us all down, and made senior dating difficult, but I felt the video might encourage single seniors to not give up on meeting a mate. I forwarded the video to my sister Pam, in San Diego. She replied, “The footage in the video is from The Mule, a movie Eastwood produced and directed in 2018. Great movie; you and Greta would enjoy it.” I read about The Mule online. It’s based on a true story about an 85-year-old WWII veteran who was down and out; he tried to help himself get back on his feet by becoming a courier for a Mexican drug cartel, transporting contraband in his truck in larger and larger amounts. During the video, there are a few Toby Keith lyrics that I felt might be appropriate for my senior readers, to inspire them to remain positive, particularly during the current difficult times. I am in no way advocating that they become drug smugglers. One lyric: “Get up and go outside. Don’t let the old man in.” Another: “Stay close to your friends.”
New Business BODEN ENERGY SOLUTIONS tyler@bodenenergysolutions.com, 949.310.5013 Boden Energy Solutions, created by San Clemente local Tyler Boden, is a consulting firm that works with clients to develop their solar projects. Boden works as a consultant to help educate homeowners and business owners who are looking to navigate the process of solar energy. He connects clients with contractors who would be a good fit for the project as a “solar broker.” Boden is no stranger to solar energy. Before he started his company, he worked for a large solar installation company for six years. His time as a solar installer allowed him to gain a firm understanding of the
And a third: “Look out your window and smile. Don’t let the old man in.” In other words, get out there and live. I recommend the Lone Wolf Productions video, “Don’t Let the Old Man (or Woman) In.” And soon, Greta and I will watch the movie The Mule online. The “Don’t Let The Old Man In” song is included in the soundtrack.
Tom Blake is a retired Dana Point business owner and San Clemente resident who has authored books on middle-aged dating. See his website at findingloveafter50.com. To comment: tompblake@gmail.com. SC PLEASE NOTE: In an effort to provide our readers with a wide variety of opinions from our community, the SC Times provides Guest Opinion opportunities in which selected columnists’ opinions are shared. The opinions expressed in these columns are entirely those of the columnist alone and do not reflect those of the SC Times or Picket Fence Media. If you would like to respond to this column, please email us at editorial@sanclementetimes.com
BY MYLES MELLOR
Each Sudoku puzzle consists of a 9x9 grid that has been subdivided into nine smaller grids of 3x3 squares. To solve the puzzle, each row, column and box must contain each of the numbers 1 to 9. Puzzles come in three grades: easy, medium and difficult. Level: Medium
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Adoptable Pet of the Week: Seamus his handsome guy is Seamus, a 2-year-old Husky mix who loves to have fun. Seamus has lots of energy and likes long walks and chasing after toys in the yard. His ideal adopter would enjoy outdoor activities and be committed to his continued obedience training. If you are interested in adopting Seamus, please visit petprojectfoundation.org/adoptions/adoptadog to download an adoption application form. Completed forms can be emailed to animalservices@scdpanimalshelter.org, and you will be contacted about making an interaction appointment. SC
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industry. With this knowledge, Boden has created a network of contractors and is able to partner them with clients as a neutral third party. Boden created Boden Energy Solutions a few months ago and has focused the business on working with Orange County residents. However, his network allows him to develop out-of-state projects as well. Boden sits on the city’s Human Affairs Committee. He is working on an initiative to implement a Community Choice Energy program (CCE) that would give South Orange County cities purchasing power for electricity. The decision would allow for reinvestment in renewable energy products and to put revenues back into the community. Boden Energy Solutions was created with the idea of forming connections between individuals and contractors in order to make the development of solar projects as easy and simple as possible. “In one hour, the sun casts enough energy on the Earth’s surface to power the entire world for a year,” Boden said. “The potential for energy independence and resiliency is what intrigues and motivates me to be part of the shift toward renewable energy.” SC
Seamus. Photo: Courtesy of San Clemente/Dana Point Animal Shelter
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GRADUATION
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BY SAN CLEMENTE HIGH PRINCIPAL CHRIS CARTER
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s the principal of San Clemente High School, I want you to know how roud our a ul and s a are o ou and all of your incredible accomplishments over the past four years. Watching June 4 pass without a comen e en ere on as di ul for all of us, but especially for our seniors and their families. Please know that the Class of 2020 will never be forgotten, as no other class in the history of SCHS has had to endure what you have over the past couple of months. This pandemic may have stolen a major part of your senior year and delayed your graduation, but it cannot and will not steal your future. Your perseverance and grit are beyond compare. As your K-12 educational experience concludes, we can re e on all e a o lis en s a ou a e a ie ed as individuals and as a class academically, artistically, and athletically. You did not let our old and tired facilities hold you back from achieving the highest awards. Our drama, dance, band, orchestra and choir may have had to perform in a gym or cafeteria, but you earned national titles, Jay Rays, Macy Awards and Superiors. Our athletes have earned 13 league titles this year alone, and we did not even have the opportunity to complete our spring season.
San Clemente High Principal Chris Carter.
Just imagine what we could have done given the opportunity. You attained high levels of academic achievement, which has earned many of you the opportunity to attend so e o e fines olle es a ade ies and uni ersi ies our na ion as o o er Others will go on to pursue careers in technology, auto, service, the arts or the military. You have earned these titles, be ause ou ne er a e u ou al a s s ood fir in e conviction to do what was right while showing compassion and kindness to your fellow classmates. You are an impressive group of individuals. As you look
to the future, new doors open, and as the generation who stood strong in the face of such loss, you will never take anything for granted. You will appreciate what you have, value your relationships, make the most of your opportunities and, as a result, create a great future. Charge forward—boldly towards new endeavors, knowing that you have been empowered by the lessons, relationships and experiences of not only the last four years, but the entirety of your education. Know that you are ready for this change. As the graduating class, you have grown through many changes over the year; some of that change was celebrated and some was met with skepticism. I a onfiden a ou ill no onl ollo our drea s but engineer, develop and create dreams that we did not even know existed. You are a class that will branch out from San Clemente High School to reach, seize and attain success at the highest levels. I is e re el i or an o e a ul and s a o an lemente High School to celebrate your commencements, and we plan to do just that. Although it was not June 4, we will be coming together on July 24 to say your name out loud as you proudly cross the stage in your cap and gown. A celebration that you have earned and one that is so deserved. I look forward to celebrating each and every one of you in July and can’t wait to be back together as the Class of 2020. Remember to stay TritonStrong! Congratulations, Class of 2020.
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CAN’T KEEP DOWN THE CLASS OF 2020 BY TRITON OF THE YEAR GENAVIEVE KOENIGSHOFER
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e er a be lannin a e rall sin in in a oir eerin in e s ands a oo ball a es or playing Smash in Mr. Kerr’s room. Value the people that you’ve known for years or e eo le ou e us e e eo le o support you and who make you laugh. The memories and people you carry in your heart will give you the strength to carry on as an adult. e sel ess o ore an e er e us a e e lead as so iall res onsible i i ens and a e sa rifi es o ro e e bers o e o uni In e er in ou do al a s as oursel A I doin e ri in I no ou need o onsider e ause I an o isn a ood enou e use an ore e an no lon er re end o be oun and oolis And os o all be or idable es I has knocked us down. But as you’ve already eard oun less i es i e an sur i e is e can survive anything. So as you enter the real orld a e is ards i as an o or uni o a e eo le re e ber e lass o no or e lobal ande i bu or e a e o a i is s leaders ar is s and inno a ors a e ill be We e lass o are no so easil bea en o a e e resen fier el and our u ure i ride We a e no in bu rea ness o look forward to.
Tritons To the San Clemente High School Class of 2020, I know this year didn’t end the way that we had all hoped, but as we look back on our high school years, it is important that we don’t allow all the good memories to be forgotten amongst the many obstacles we have faced. Although we have endured many challenges this year, we have remained determined to look at every situation as an opportunity for growth. Looking ahead at our next steps in life, whatever they may be, we must keep this mindset, as we are bound to endure many more obstacles in our lifetime. We cannot control what happens to us, but only how we respond. It is more important now than ever to keep pressing forward no matter how hard life gets. However, there is also value in looking back at all the experiences we have had together. Beginning with Senior Sunrise, our last Homecoming, countless memories under the Friday Night Lights, spirit assemblies, Senior Snow Day, and Winter Formal, our time at San Clemente High ool as refined our ara er and strengthened our relationships with one another. I would encourage you to hold on to the lessons we have learned, hold on to the memories we have made, and never forget that you’ll always be a Triton.
Donning her cap and gown beside the Triton monument, San Clemente High School ASB President Sophie Smith shows off her diploma display. Photo: Courtesy of San Clemente High School
On behalf of the San Clemente Educational Foundation (SCEF) Board of Directors, we would like to congratulate our SCHS graduates for persevering in these trying times and wish them all great success in their future endeavors, whatever they may be. With many of their traditional activities cancelled, it has been a tough year for them. We can relate, because it has been a tough year for SCEF too. Our major annual fundraiser, the Triton Night Dinner Auction, like so much else, had to be cancelled. We rely on the funds raised at this event to support many of our activities in support of academics at SCHS. We are very pleased to announce, however, that SCEF will be able to offer full financial support for all our programs at SCHS next year. We can do thanks to the generous donations from the community members and local businesses listed below. Before Covid-19, our fundraising was proceeding at a record pace. Please join us in thanking (and, in the case of merchants, patronizing) all those listed.
SPECIAL DONORS Ann Worthington Barbara Turnbull Barry & Sandra Silverman Bob & Sandra Burns/Burns Investment Group of Stifel Brad & Teresa Stephenson Brad & Wendy Rambo California Coastal Dermatology/ Dr. Litchfield Dan & Maureen Weidner Dana Innovations David & Audra Giddings David & Natalia Martin David and Peggy Lincoln DeNault’s Ace Hardware/ Tom & Julie DeNault Dennis & Maria Roy Doug & Nina Healy Dr. Eckl Family Dentistry Dr. John & Georgia Redmond Dr. Walt & Amy Baxter Eileen Kawas Farmers and Merchants Bank Garry & Julie Green Greg & Maura Unruh Hege Grand Sarpa & Tom Sarpa Inchel & Michelle Yeam James Keany MD Jeremy & Jessica Conrad Jim & Julie Weidner Jim & Kathleen Sigafoos Joe & Debbie Nix Jon & Christa Parry Julie & David Hatoff Karen Shrader Kevin & Stephanie Colson Kitty Schmitt Larry & Joelle Dunwald Linda Verraster & John Alchema M. Dana & Diemmy Wandrocke Mark & Jamie Hobson Mark & Kim Clemens Mike & Danielle Klasna Mike & Margaret Campbell Pacific Coast Landscape Maintenance/Mark & Melanie Garritson Pacific Coast Veterinary Hospital Paul & Marie Huffman Ralph’s Grocery Randy & Peggy Griffin Rick & Lynne Delanty Rob & Susan Sall Ron & Margaret Redmond Russ & Donna Wertz San Clemente Times/ Norb & Alyssa Garrett Scott & Monica Giacobello Shelly & Kevin Gaston Tracy & Dr. Nick Karahalios Tracy & Marc Weintraub Wertz and Company LLP Wesley & Penni Mohr 2019-2020 DONORS Adrienne Hedger
Alan & Nicole Marcovecchio Amber Ringstad Amy & David Hanacek Andra Rail Ann Marie and Christopher Cates Anthony & Railene Tonokaboni Arthur & Donna Carter Autumn McAlpin Barbara Turnbull Bill & Rebecca Kinney Bill & Rhonda McGowan Bo & Monica Burick Bobby & Darcy Parr Brandon & Kylie Beauchemin Brian & Cambrey Batson Brian & Christine Brower Brittani Boukather Bryan Chehock California Coastal Dermatology/ Dr. Litchfield Carlos & Gail Gonzalez Carolyn King Carrie Tuomi Chad & Sylvia Booth Chad Wilcox Charles & Deborah Ramm Charles Yu & Celia Chang Chris & Andreea Dirpes Chris & Robbin Carter Christine Harrington Chung-Lim Kim Coby & Mia Du Bois Cori & Ed Preisler Craig & Kristine Cooper Dallas & Joe Bellantonio Dan & Michelle Généraux Daniel & Michele Sutherland David & Ingrid Echternach David & Kristi McCleary David & Maria LeCause David & Michele Lee Johnston David & Natalia Martin Denise Schnarr Dennis & Jennifer Vaccaro Dennis & Maria Roy Derek & April Brice Donnelly Family Dr. John & Georgia Redmond Dr. Laurence & Katy Smiser Dwight & Valerie Hirsh Ellen Vainoris Ellie & John Hammagren Eric & Anjie Martinis Eric & Jennifer Wilford Eric and Holly Oxford Family Trust Ewan & Elizabeth Morrison Farmers and Merchants Bank Fernando & Elizabeth Navarro Frank & Betty Wilson Frank & Julieta Hettman Gary & Michele Silverman George & Johanna Brody Gina & Justin Petrikas Grant Haug Greg & Mary DiStefano Greg Lerum Insurance Agency
Inchel & Michelle Yeam Jack & Debbie Boatman James & Gretchen Radzwell James & Libby Hawkes James & Lisa Black James & Shannon Cheatley James & Susan Makshanoff James Keany MD Jane & Rick Freet Jane Morrison Jaret & Julie Wright Jay & Shannon Ruby Jeanmarie Wong Jeannie Bernier Jill Burress Jill Schulman Jim & Joan Nielsen Jim & Kathleen Sigafoos Jimmy James & Carrie Balloue Joe & Julie Duncan John & Cheryl Moe John & Gayle Kookootsedes John & Heidi Ziomek John & Helene Petrocelli John & Kirsten Pert John & Monika Smetona John Davey John Leon Jon & Christa Parry Jon & Christa Parry Jorge Garcia Judy Morton Julie & David Hatoff Julie Canizales Kate & Adam Franklin Kathleen Styles & Joe Wharton Kati & Tom Bennett Kellie Webb Kenneth & Delia Van Kampen Kent & Gina LaLonde Kevin & Julie Rooker Kevin & Krista Bates Kevin & Maria Pezzola Kim Reichert Kitty Schmitt Kurt & Lisa Eberle Lain & Joelie Buchan Linda Verraster & John Alchema Lisa Alizadeh & Tito Benito Lynn Hiner M. Dana & Diemmy Wandrocke Marc & Audrey Johnston Mark & Stephanie Miller Mark & Teresa Morgan Martin & Patricia Ponce Mathew & Tina Lee Geyer Melvin & Helena Hamro Michael & Ann Harley Michael & Sarah Gould Michelle Wrenn Benham Mikaya & Company/ Donna Finney Mike & Kathy Conlon Mike & Sue Burke Monte Harrick Nadar & Nilou Nemati
Natalie Penna Nicole & David Salberg Nicolette Root Nina Mihalik Pacific Coast Landscape Maintenance/Mark & Melanie Garritson Pallie Jean Stenzel Patricia & James Holloway Patrick Kaliski Patrick& Maria Stoll Paul & Jennifer Anthony Paul & Karen Butt Paul Jansen Peter McGraw Predrag & KathyMitrevski Prescott & Wilma Cogswell Presley Enterprises, Inc. Quinn Hatoff Rainer & Sharon Welle Ralph’s Grocery Ricardo & Sandra Nicol Richard & Ellen Lodyga Richard & Kathy Jo Winters Richard & Rosemarie Francisco Rick & Deonna Brail Rob & Amy Sachse Rob & Susan Sall Robert & Christy Rojas Robert & Delphi Sech Robert & Elizabeth Rumph Robert & Keiko Adel Robert & Kira Milner Robert & Pamela Richardson Robert & Sandra Lloyd Rod & Mariah Mayer Rodney & Susan Finney Ron & Cindy Vangell Ronald Barr Ruth DeNault Sam & Laurie Masotto Scott & Karen Mills Shawn & Janice Duke Shelly & Kevin Gaston Skov Family Stacy Biggs Stacy Gerkin Stan & Sheri Schrofer Stephanie Stuhr Steven DiMartini Susan & Doug Bystry Susan Ashman Tari Rorvik The Benevity Community Impact Fund The Economos Family Theodore & Teresa Von Bitner Thom & Katy Olson Todd & Jennifer McAteer Todd & Jill Gavin Tom & Elena Benge Tom & Nenuca Spaeth Tracie Borchard Tracy Briles Tracy Hallinan Tracy Poling Trudy & Derrick Podobas
Krisno Bridge Las Golondrinas Mexican Food Laura Horvath Photography Lawrence E. Eckl II DDS Los Angeles Kings 2019-2020 AUCTION DONORS Lost Winds Brewing Company 75 Degrees and Fuzzy/ Mark & Jamie Hobson Layna Hathaway Murf Electric Bikes Accent Photos by Diana Natural Nails by Edith Ann Worthington Nest Veterinary Neurology Aquarium of the Pacific Nic’s Vacuum and Small Artifex Brewing Company/ Appliances Tom Cordato Nicholas Salvatti DDS Assurant Group Nick’s Restaurant San Clemente Avila’s El Ranchito Restaurant Beachie Beads by Maggie Hempen Outlets at San Clemente Pacific Coast Veterinary Hospital Bemus Landscape, Inc. Paradise Jewelers Brad & Wendy Rambo Petit Bonhomme Brick San Clemente Prospera Hotels, Inc. Brussels Bistro California Coastal Dermatology/ Proud Mary’s Pure Love Yoga Dr. Amy Litchfield Qet Botanicals Camp Bow Wow Rainbow Sandals Carter & Cragan Mudge Casa Romantica Cultural Center Rascal’s Ladies Boutique Rick & Lynne Delanty and Gardens RJ.s Cafe Casey & Liz Swenson Rob & Patti Reinicke Cassano’s Pizza Sam’s Shoes City of San Clemente San Clemente Golf Shop/ Comprehensive College Prep Dave Cook Cova/Bonnie & Kent Stevens San Clemente Times/ Cove Coastal Style Norb & Alyssa Garrett CPW Abstract Custom Artwork/ San Clemente Vitality Center Carie Pytynia Webb San Clemente Wine Company CPW Makeup and Styling/ SC Cafe Carie Pytynia Webb Schmid’s Fine Chocolate Crunch Fitness San Clemente Serene Q Acupuncture Dallas & Joe Bellantonio Shore Gardens Nursey Dana Innovations Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Sun Bum/Sarah Mathews Whalewatching/Donna Kalez Suzanne Waggoner Personal & Mike Hansen Stylist Dave & Becky Proodian Talega Golf Club/Michael Vorhees David & Audra Giddings Teen Road to Safety DeNault’s Ace Hardware/ The Abode San Clemente Tom & Julie DeNault The Cellar/Dawn Mednick Diana Tuder Massage The Coach House Concert Hall Dog Family The Fishermans Restaurant Dr. Eckl Family Dentistry and Bar Dr. John & Georgia Redmond The Third Eye/Molly Allen Electric The Vine Restaurant and Bar Emily’s Boutique The Warehouse on Del Mar Erba Jewelry Tiffany Flores Ethan Mudge Tom & Patricia Foley Facial Aesthetic Concepts Trader Joes Frances Wilson Designs Trestles Surf Outlet - Rip Curl Frisby Cellars Tspoons Griffin Optometric Tuvalu Home Guicho’s Eatery Hennessey’s Tavern BANNER DONORS Holly Oxford/FitBit Accessories Advanced Dermatology Hornblower Cruises Aegis Living of Dana Point Jeremy & Jessica Conrad Alice Moran DMD Joe & Debbie Nix AYSO Region 111 Jon & Christa Parry Because I Love You Jonas Studios (BILY San Clemente) Karol & John Carroll Valentine Gednov Vern M. West Vicky Harlow
In closing, like everyone, we hope things return to normal soon. When that will be, who can tell? But if we stick together, we will see our way through to the other side. Our mission at SCEF has always been to help our hometown kids succeed. No matter what next year brings we will be back to work on that task. Sincerely, Jim Sigafoos, Chairman • John Redmond, President
Board and Brew Body Mind Spirit IOP/ Dr. Bill Martin C.H. Anderson Construction Services California Coastal Dermatology/ Dr. Litchfield Catch Surfboards/ George & Carla Arzente Chris Dolkas State Farm Insurance Christopher Siglin Edward Jones Financial Advisors/ Colin Smith Craig Delahooke Real Estate Doug Echelberger Group Dr. David A. Buchan, DDS Dr. Eckl Family Dentistry Redmond Orthodontics/ Dr. John Redmond Edward Jones Financial Advisors/ Colin Smith Encompass Recovery/ Dave Brisbin Family Assistance Ministries Farmers and Merchants Bank First Team Real Estate Full Motion Physical Therapy Galvez Insurance Services Gary Ward Properties Gerson & Nikki Lowy San Clemente Medical Center/ Greens Global Griffin Optometric HOM Sotheby’s/Melissa Sorenson J.L. Ray Company JRT Roofing/Joey Trucksess LA Laser and Skin Center LGC Geothermal Life Time Rancho San Clemente Lisa Newell Insurance Agency Nest Veterinary Neurology Shadetree Automtive Rohan & Sons, Inc. RSI Auto Collision St. Andrews by the Sea Salon Bleu/Captains Chair San Clemente Veterinary Hospital Sandy and Rich Realty Scott Kidd & Associates Shoreline Dental Studio Star Estates/Sharon Custer Surterre Properties Chelsea Roberts Compass Reality./ Tracy Weintraub Thai Palace The Captains Chair Dana Point The Law Offices of Brian Brandt Unsung Studio V’s Barbershop Wertz and Company LLP Williams Dental Center WynneCRE at Kidder Mathews/ James Wynne
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SC LIVING The Journey tribute band Lights drew an enthusiastic audience at San Clemente’s June 20, 2019, beach concert. Photo: Fred Swegles
CoastLines by Fred Swegles
Summer Will Be Different This Year Any other year, San Clemente would be highly energized right now, blasting into summer. We’d be checking out festivities on Avenida Del Mar this weekend, looking for eye candy at the Downtown Business Association’s classic car show. Then, just a few days later, we’d be dancing on the sand or munching on a dinner plate from the Fisherman’s during the Summer Beach Concert Series. We’d be gearing up, too, for massive crowds anticipated at the pier for the July 4 fireworks show. Today, preoccupied with the distractions from a coronavirus pandemic, it’s easy to forget the COASTLINES cornucopia of summer San By Fred Swegles Clemente fun that we may have taken for granted in years past. This weekend, there will be no car show on Avenida Del Mar. This would have been the 25th annual, so the 25th will have to wait a year. Nor will there be a June 18 summer beach concert. Nor the community’s weeklong San Clemente Times June 11-17, 2020
June tradition of celebrating outdoor art with Paint San Clemente. Big events planned for the first part of the summer season have had to be canceled or postponed, due to restrictions on large group gatherings, uncertainties or logistics. Some traditional August activities still could come to fruition, if circumstances allow. Summer event cancellations are happening here and there, worldwide—for example, a July tour I had booked to England to celebrate the 400th anniversary of three of my ancestors’ voyage to America aboard the Mayflower in 1620. In San Clemente, here’s what is up (or down), as of Monday, June 8: • 25th annual Car Show It’s being postponed to June 12, 2021. • 19th annual Paint San Clemente The June 20-28 event is canceled for this year. • July 4 Fireworks No display at the pier this year. City staff is working on a possible alternative at Vista Hermosa Sports Park, details to be announced. • City’s Summer Concerts June 18, July 9 and July 30 are canceled. Aug. 13 is still on the city’s calendar at this time. • 44th annual San Clemente Ocean Festival Won’t take place this year. Look for it on July
17-18, 2021. See oceanfestival.org. • 67th annual Fiesta Music Festival The Chamber of Commerce hopes to reschedule the August event for sometime in October, possibly with changes and possibly linked with the San Clemente Seafest. For updates, see scchamber.com. • 60th annual Village Art Faire Is still being planned for Aug. 15-16 with safety measures and a smaller scale to allow for safe social distancing. However this summer plays out, we can celebrate the fact that we’ve enjoyed so many summer activities for so many years without a hitch. In recent years, one of my favorite things to do in June has been to explore all the South County cities’ websites for their summer concert schedules to see how many tribute bands music fans could witness by going from city to city on select summer dates. A year ago at this time, I wrote, “What if you could go to concerts this summer to see Journey, Def Leppard, Aerosmith, George Michael, Wham!, Aretha Franklin, ABBA, Foreigner, Queen, the Beach Boys, Jan and Dean, Neil Diamond, and Earth, Wind & Fire—all within a handful of miles from home … and for free?” No doubt, a similar lineup of free concerts sounding just like the real big-name bands was in the works this spring. At
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some point, concerts had to be canceled. There can be no assurance when the state will deem it safe to resume concerts or any activities likely to draw multitudes. Will some concerts still be possible? The city’s summer magazine recently came out, thinner than usual because in-person activities that normally fill most of the magazine aren’t possible. The recreation staff has done its best to provide a lineup of online classes and activities. For details, see san-clemente.org. Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens is doing the same—offering some online classes and activities. The Casa’s outdoor gardens are open for touring; indoor touring is not, for now. For updates, see casaromantica.org. Let’s hope the pandemic will abate, will not spike again, and we’ll be back to the life that we perhaps took for granted before this once-in-a-lifetime situation unfolded. Meanwhile, we can count our blessings and enjoy a quieter summer at the beach, observing safe distancing, respecting others’ space. Fred Swegles is a longtime San Clemente resident with nearly five decades of reporting experience in the city. Fred can be reached at fswegles@picketfencemedia.com. SC PLEASE NOTE: In an effort to provide our readers with a wide variety of opinions from our community, the SC Times provides Guest Opinion opportunities in which selected columnists’ opinions are shared. The opinions expressed in these columns are entirely those of the columnist alone and do not reflect those of the SC Times or Picket Fence Media. If you would like to respond to this column, please email us at editorial@sanclementetimes.com.
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Pursuant to Labor Code Section 1771.4, all bidders are hereby notified that this project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. No bid will be accepted from a contractor who has not been licensed in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 9, Division III of the Business and Professions Code, State of California. Bidder shall possess a Class “A”, California State Contracting License in good standing and shall have successfully completed at least three projects of similar scope, size and complexity for a public agency. The bidder, by submitting its electronic bid, agrees to and certifies under penalty of perjury under the laws of the state of California, that the certification, forms and affidavits submitted as part of this bid are true and correct. The City of San Clemente reserves the right to reject any or all bids. To be published: and:
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_______________________________________ THOMAS A. BONIGUT PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR/CITY ENGINEER In light of the current situation there will be NO pre-bid meeting held for the “Reservoir 9 Storm Damage Repair Project”. In-lieu of the pre-bid meeting the City is requiring that any questions in reference to the project be submitted via planet bids. The deadline to submit any questions will be Monday, July 13th, at 2:00 PM. Thank you for your understanding. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE INVITING ELECTRONIC BIDS NORTH EL CAMINO REAL STORM DAMAGE REPAIR Bids shall be submitted electronically through the City’s electronic procurement system (PlanetBids) at: https://www.planetbids.com/portal/portal. cfm?CompanyID=28939 Bids must be received by no later than 2:00 p.m., on July 21, 2020. All bids received after that time will be returned to the Bidder, as they will be deemed disqualified. Only electronic bids submitted through PlanetBids will be accepted. Bid tabulations will be available on PlanetBids immediately following the bid closing. Bidders must complete line items information (PlanetBids Line Item Tab), and attach a paper Bid Form, completed in full and signed (PlanetBids Attachments Tab). In addition the Bidder shall attach Subcontractor(s) Listing, Experience Form, Bid Security, and all other documents required herein (PlanetBids Attachments Tab). The system will not accept a bid for which any required information is missing. The work to be done consists of furnishing all materials, equipment, tools, labor and incidentals as required by the plans, specifications and contract documents for the NORTH EL CAMINO REAL STORM DAMAGE REPAIR, in the City of San Clemente, California. The project generally involves grading, removal of sloughed soils from a slope, construction of 15 (fifteen) concrete buttresses, removal and reconstruction of approximately 170 linear feet of 3-foot high slough wall, sidewalk, curb and removal and construction of bike lane asphalt. Project also includes installation of hydraugers. Reference is hereby made to these Specifications for further particulars, and same are by such reference incorporated herein and made a part thereof, the Page 30
same as though fully set forth hereunder. Specifications and contract documents are posted in the City of San Clemente PlanetBids System Vendor Portal website at: https://www.planetbids.com/portal/portal. cfm?CompanyID=28939 All bidders must first register as a vendor on the City of San Clemente PlanetBids System website to participate in a bid or to be added to prospective bidders list. The contract does call for monthly progress payments based upon the engineer’s estimate of the percentage of work completed. The City will retain 5% of each progress payment as security for completion of the balance of the work. At the request and expense of the successful bidder, the City will pay amounts so retained upon compliance with the requirements of Government Code Section 14402 and the provisions of the contract documents pertaining to “substitution of securities.” NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations, in accordance with Section 1770 of the California State Labor Code and in accordance with the terms of he Southern California Master Labor Agreement, has heretofore established a prevailing rate of per diem wages to be paid in the construction of the above entitled work. The said wage rates are herein referred to and adopted in this Notice as though fully set forth herein, and said scale is made a part of this Notice by reference. Pursuant to Labor Code Section 1771.1, no contractor or sub-contractor may be listed on a bid proposal for a public works project submitted on or after March 1, 2015 unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. Furthermore, all bidders and contractors are hereby notified that no contractor or sub-contractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. Pursuant to Labor Code Section 1771.4, all bidders are hereby notified that this project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. No bid will be accepted from a contractor who has not been licensed in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 9, Division III of the Business and Professions Code, State of California. Bidder shall possess a Class “A”, California State Contracting License in good standing, and shall have successfully completed two projects of similar scope for a public agency. The bidder, by submitting its electronic bid, agrees to and certifies under penalty of perjury under the laws of the state of California, that the certification, forms and affidavits submitted as part of this bid are true and correct. The City of San Clemente reserves the right to reject any or all bids. To be published: and:
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__________________________ Thomas A. Bonigut Public Works Director / City Engineer A NON-MANDATORY pre-bid meeting will be held to inspect the site and discuss the work to be done and the Contractor’s responsibilities. The City’s representatives will be available to address questions. The meeting will initially be held at 910 Calle Negocio, Parking Lot, San Clemente, CA 92673, on July 2, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. to be followed with a field visit. NOTE: ALL ATTENDEES SHOULD WEAR
FACE MASKS AND KEEP AT LEAST 6-FOOT SOCIAL DISTANCING. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE INVITING ELECTRONIC BIDS Street Rehab. for Via Pico Plaza (Ave. Pico to End of Via Pico Plaza) PN 13315, Ave. Pico (Calle De Los Molinos to Via Pico Plaza) PN 17329, Ave. Navarro (Ave. Pico to Calle De Los Molinos) PN 16352, Calle De Industrias (Calle De Los Molinos to Ave. Pico) PN 16352 And Calle De Los Molinos (Ave. Pico to Ave. Navarro) PN 16353 Bids shall be submitted electronically through the City’s electronic procurement system (PlanetBids) at: https://www.planetbids.com/portal/portal. cfm?CompanyID=28939 Bids must be received by no later than 2:00 p.m. on Thursday July 2, 2020. PlanetBids will not receive any bids submitted after 2:00 p.m., as they will be deemed disqualified. Only electronic bids submitted through PlanetBids will be accepted. Bid tabulations will be available on PlanetBids immediately following the bid closing. Bidders must complete line items information (PlanetBids Line Item Tab), and attach a paper Bid Form, completed in full and signed (PlanetBids Attachments Tab). In addition the Bidder shall attach Subcontractor(s) Listing, Experience Form, Copy of Bid Security, and all other documents required herein (PlanetBids Attachments Tab). The system will not accept a bid for which any required information is missing. Prior to the bid due date and time, all bidders shall submit the original Bid Security to: Chris Tanio, PE City of San Clemente 910 Calle Negocio, Suite 100 San Clemente, CA 92673 The work to be done consists of furnishing all materials, equipment, tools, labor and incidentals as required by the plans, specifications and contract documents for CITY Project No’s. 13315, 16352, 16353, AND 17329 in the City of San Clemente, California. Reference is hereby made to these Specifications for further particulars, and same are by such reference incorporated herein and made a part thereof, the same as though fully set forth hereunder. Specifications and contract documents are posted in the City of San Clemente PlanetBids System Vendor Portal website at: https://www.planetbids.com/portal/portal. cfm?CompanyID=28939 All bidders must first register as a vendor on the City of San Clemente PlanetBids System website to participate in a bid or to be added to prospective bidders list. The contract does call for monthly progress payments based upon the engineer’s estimate of the percentage of work completed. The City will retain 5% of each progress payment as security for completion of the balance of the work. At the request and expense of the successful bidder, the City will pay amounts so retained upon compliance with the requirements of Government Code Section 14402 and the provisions of the contract documents pertaining to “substitution of securities.” NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations, in accordance with Section 1770 of the California State Labor Code and in accordance with the terms of he Southern California Master Labor Agreement, has heretofore established a prevailing rate of per diem wages to be paid in the construction of the above sanclementetimes.com
PUBLIC NOTICES TO ADVERTISE: 949.388.7700, EXT. 100 • LEGALS@PICKETFENCEMEDIA.COM entitled work. The said wage rates are herein referred to and adopted in this Notice as though fully set forth herein, and said scale is made a part of this Notice by reference.
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Pursuant to Labor Code Section 1771.1, no contractor or sub-contractor may be listed on a bid proposal for a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. Furthermore, all bidders and contractors are hereby notified that no contractor or sub-contractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations.
The work to be done consists of furnishing all materials, equipment, tools, labor and incidentals as required by the plans, specifications and contract documents for the FY 19 AND FY 20 SIDEWALK REPAIR PROGRAM, CITY Project No. 29305, 29307 AND 20306, in the City of San Clemente, California.
Pursuant to Labor Code Section 1771.4, all bidders are hereby notified that this project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. No bid will be accepted from a contractor who has not been licensed in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 9, Division III of the Business and Professions Code, State of California. Bidder shall possess a Class “A” California State Contracting License in good standing and shall have successfully completed two projects of similar scope for a public agency. The bidder, by submitting its electronic bid, agrees to and certifies under penalty of perjury under the laws of the state of California, that the certification, forms and affidavits submitted as part of this bid are true and correct. The City of San Clemente reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Dated: To be published: and:
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___________________________ Tom Bonigut, P.E. Public Works Director / City Engineer In light of the current situation there will be NO pre-bid meeting held for the subject. In-lieu of the pre-bid meeting the City is requiring that any questions in reference to the project be submitted via PlanetBids. The deadline to submit any questions will be Friday, June 26, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE INVITING ELECTRONIC BIDS FY 19 AND FY 20 SIDEWALK REPAIR PROGRAM City Project No. 29305, 29307, and 20306 Bids shall be submitted electronically through the City’s electronic procurement system (PlanetBids) at: https://www.planetbids.com/portal/portal. cfm?CompanyID=28939 Bids must be received by no later than 2:00 p.m. on Thursday June 18, 2020. PlanetBids will not receive any bids submitted after 2:00 p.m., as they will be deemed disqualified. Only electronic bids submitted through PlanetBids will be accepted. Bid tabulations will be available on PlanetBids immediately following the bid closing. Bidders must complete line items information (PlanetBids Line Item Tab), and attach a paper Bid Form, completed in full and signed (PlanetBids Attachments Tab). In addition the Bidder shall attach Subcontractor(s) Listing, Experience Form, Copy of Bid Security, and all other documents required herein (PlanetBids Attachments Tab). The system will not accept a bid for which any required information is missing. Prior to the bid due date and time, all bidders shall submit the original Bid Security to: San Clemente Times June 11–17, 2020
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Reference is hereby made to these Specifications for further particulars, and same are by such reference incorporated herein and made a part thereof, the same as though fully set forth hereunder.
June 11th, 2020 ___________________________ Tom Bonigut Public Works Director / City Engineer
In light of the current situation there will be NO pre-bid meeting held for the FY 19 and FY 20 Sidewalk Repair Program Project. In-lieu of the pre-bid meeting the City is requiring that any questions in reference to the project be submitted via PlanetBids. The deadline to submit any questions will be Friday, June 12, 2020 at 2:00 p.m.
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SC SPORTS & OUTDOORS San Clemente
STORIES, SCORES, SCHEDULES AND MORE
San Clemente High School Athletes of the Year BY ZACH CAVANAGH, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES
CO-MALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
CO-FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
CHRISTIAN HOSEA
HANA CATSIMANES
Christian Hosea’s senior water polo season was simply incredible, with his goal-scoring prowess helping to propel the Tritons to the CIF-SS championship game. In 31 games, Hosea scored 128 goals and added 32 assists for a blow-away team-high of 160 points. Hosea’s goal total was nearly double that of his next-closest teammate at 65. Hosea scored 19 goals in four playoff games, including six of San Clemente’s 12 goals in the Tritons’ heartbreaking loss to Foothill in the final seconds of the CIF-SS title game. Hosea and the Tritons dominated the South Coast League for their third straight league championship and advanced to the CIF-SS championship for the first time since 1991. For his career, Hosea earned eight varsity letters— four each for water polo and swimming. Hosea was named the South Coast League water polo MVP three times, first team All-CIF twice and All-American three times. Hosea will continue his academic and water polo careers at Pepperdine in the fall.
On the trail and on the track, Hana Catsimanes was a champion. Catsimanes’ senior cross country season was simply golden. Catsimanes won six of her first nine races of the season, including first-place finishes at the prestigious Mt. SAC Invitational, Orange County Championships, Sea View League Finals, CIF-SS preliminaries and CIF-SS Division 1 final. Catsimanes won at Mt. SAC by 33 seconds, at the OC Championships by nine seconds, in the league finals by 20 seconds and at the CIF-SS final by eight seconds. Because of the coronavirus pandemic, the track season was canceled before Catsimanes could run an event, but as the defending CIF-SS Division 1 champion in the 3,200 meters, Catsimanes was ready to cap her career in style. Last year, Catsimanes followed her track CIF-SS championship with a second-place finish at the CIFSS Masters and a 20th-place finish at the state meet. Catsimanes will continue her academic and running careers at Wake Forest in the fall.
Water Polo, Swimming
Cross Country, Track
CO-MALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
CO-FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
PRESTON REX
ELLA GARDINER
Preston Rex was a leader for the San Clemente football team in a season that ended in the toughest way possible—CIF-SS disqualification. Rex was the top receiver for the Tritons, with team-highs in receptions (43), receiving yards (445) and receiving touchdowns (7). Rex was also an impact player on the defensive side of the ball with 53 total tackles, 28 solo tackles and two interceptions. Rex’s two interceptions came in the playoffs against Valencia and Rancho Verde. For his football career, Rex was twice named first-team All-South Coast League, was named All-CIF this season and earned a selection to the Polynesian All-American Bowl. In track, Rex was a sprinter and helped the 4x100-meter relay team to third place at last year’s Sea View League Finals. In his one event before the coronavirus shutdown this season, Rex set a personal record in the 100 meters at 11.69 seconds. Rex will continue his academic and football careers at Brigham Young University in the fall.
Ella Gardiner was a two-sport force for nearly the entirety of her San Clemente High School career. Over the last two years, Gardiner helped the Triton girls volleyball team reclaim league title glory with back-to-back Sea View League championships. San Clemente went undefeated through league in 2018 and split the title in 2019. Gardiner made her impact right at the net with blocks, stuffs and spikes as San Clemente scored playoff wins each of the last two seasons. In basketball, Gardiner made her way up the school’s leaderboards by consistently putting up double-doubles in points and rebounds. Gardiner’s dominating presence around the basket helped lead San Clemente to an historic girls basketball season. San Clemente won its first league title since 2015 and advanced to its first CIF-SS championship game since 2007. The Trirtons earned runner-up honors and went on to the SoCal Regional semifinals. Gardiner will continue her academic and volleyball careers at Fairfield (Conn.) University in the fall. SC
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SCOOP ON THE LOCAL SURF COMMUNITY
Wayne Penn Schafer: 1929-2020
Spread the Aloha In these times of civil unrest, the words of Duke Kahanamoku resonate
Original Poche Surf Club member and innovator of the Hobie Cat sails off into the sunset at 91
BY JAKE HOWARD, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES
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he past couple of weeks have seen large-scale protests and demonstrations for justice and equality around the United States, and surfers have been participating in their own unique way. Paddle outs have taken place at beaches around the country, including Doheny Beach in Dana Point, as well as another one that was planned for Wednesday afternoon, June 10, near the San Clemente Pier after this issue went to press. Similar demonstrations have also taken place in L.A., San Diego and New York. “I didn’t really know anybody in the water, but it was beautiful to share that experience together and reflect on the times we’re in with people that truly care,” said one local surfer who had joined the Doheny paddle out. The subject of race is obviously a charged one at the moment, and through these various paddle outs, surfing has found its way into the conversation. Volumes could be written on the subject of race and surfing. It goes all the way back to British explorer Captain James Cook’s first observation of Hawaiians riding waves in
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ast week, Wayne Penn Schafer peacefully slipped from this world in his sleep after 91 years of good living. Schafer had stories. Lots of them. Some of them were covered in this publication, such as his formative days in Capo Beach in the early ’50s, what it was like to rent a room to the great Phil Edwards and how he evolved the Hobie Cat sailboat with his friend Hobie Alter. But considering how many sunsets the man enjoyed from his house fronting Poche Reef, there are surely more stories to be told. Schafer’s contributions to sailing alone span decades. In the earliest days of the Hobie Cat, the beach in front of his house became the skunk works for sailers in the area to learn, experiment and develop new designs and techniques. When the Hobie Cat was at its peak of popularity in the 1970s and ’80s, sailors from around the world traveled to see him and learn from him. His “Wednesdays at Wayne’s” après-sail barbecues were the stuff of legend. He was known to always be able to “find the wind.” Behind that kind smile and gentle demeanor was an intelligence and understanding of the ways of the world that guided him. Schafer was one of four Southern Califor-
Wayne Penn Schafer. Photo: Courtesy of Schafer Estate
nians who established a base in Moorea, Tahiti around 1960, which would evolve into the world-famous Bali Hai resort. He also owned property at Zacatitos on the East Cape of Baja, Mexico. And with his father’s Osage heritage, he maintained his headrights in the Osage Nation in Oklahoma. For the past few weeks, a gathering with Schafer and some of the original Poche Surf Club members had been in the works with the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center. As part of this group, our goal was to document their stories and recollections. We’d hoped to have a good, old-fashioned talk story session and hear all the tales. It’s a painful lesson in never missing the chance to hear a good story. Sometimes, the opportunity is here and gone before you know it. Schafer was part of a very small, very influential group of surfers, sailors and ocean lovers who fundamentally changed the game. He never wavered from his dream of living at the beach and was always happy
to bring his friends along for the ride. A paddle out and memorial is currently being planned for early August, when it’s hopefully a little easier for folks to travel. In
A portrait of Hawaiian surfing icon Duke Kahanamoku riding a wave. Portrait: Courtesy of Tom Blake/Croul Family Collection/SHACC
1777, and it’s not something we can take on here in 250 words. But over the past week, I was doing a little reading about Hawaiian surfing icon Duke Kahanamoku. “In Hawaii, we greet friends, loved ones or strangers with Aloha, which means love,” Duke once said. “Aloha is the key word to the universal spirit of real hospitality, which makes Hawaii renowned as the world’s center of understanding and fellowship. Try meeting or leaving people with Aloha. You’ll be surprised by their reaction. I believe it, and it is my creed. Aloha to you.” We should all aspire to be ambassadors of aloha. Jake Howard is local surfer and freelance writer who lives in San Clemente. A former editor at Surfer Magazine, The Surfer’s Journal and ESPN, today he writes for a number of publications, including the San Clemente Times, Dana Point Times, Surfline and the World Surf League. He also works with philanthropic organizations such as the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center and the Positive Vibe Warriors Foundation. SC
lieu of flowers, Schafer’s family and friends ask that donations be made to the Wayne Penn Schafer Memorial Fund at the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center. SC
SURF FORECAST
GROM OF THE WEEK
Water Temperature: 62-64 Degrees F
TAJ LINDBLAD
Water Visibility and Conditions: 8-12‘ Thursday: A combination of long-period South/ southwest swell sets up waist to head high+ waves, (3-5’+). Light/variable morning wind, followed by 5-8kt westerly onshores in the afternoon.
BY JAKE HOWARD, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES
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ased on the footage he just dropped on his Instagram account, Taj Lindblad isn’t really surfing like a grom anymore, but he’s still young at heart, so we’re giving him a nod for the effort this week. Recently bringing the heat to Waco, Texas and the BSR Surf Resort, Taj’s air game is absolutely on point. He could easily go toe-totoe with any kids his age around the world, no problem. Even the seasoned flyers would have problems keeping up with his youthful vigor. The style, the variety, the amplitude, the “radness”—Taj has it all. San Clemente’s reputation as a hub for high-performance surfing goes back decades.
San Clemente Times June 11-17, 2020
Taj Lindblad. Photo: Courtesy of WSL
Martin Potter was the first one to start going above the lip at T-Street in the mid ’80s. Christian Fletcher, Shane Beschen and Chris Ward followed suit, each defining their respective generations by what’s possible in the air.
Taj and his kinetic brand of surfing is part of that legacy. Summer’s just getting started, and there are still a lot of waves to be ridden, but we see what you’re doing, Taj, and we’re loving it. SC
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Outlook: More South swell fills in on Friday, with surf rising into the shoulder high to 1-2’ overhead range, (4-6-7’). Light winds Friday morning, turn West/southwest 6-8kts in the afternoon. The South swell holds steady on Saturday, as some small Northwest swell joins in, then those swells ease by the end of the weekend, for chest-head high+ waves, (3-5’+) on Sunday. The weekend has light+ southerly winds in the mornings, and a moderate westerly sea breeze in the afternoons.
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