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No Appointment Made, But Special Election Will Go On
Five things San Clemente should know this week City Bans Camping on Public Property with Plans to Relocate Homeless THE LATEST: Locals packed San Clemente City Council meeting Tuesday night to its max occupancy, with residents and activists spilling outside the council chamber doors. Two items on the agenda regarding homelessness in San Clemente were discussed in an open session, where numerous residents voiced their opinions on the matter within three-minute limitations. One of the agenda items was an update on the evaluation and feasibility of creating a temporary homeless shelter in the city, which the council ultimately decided it needed more time to discuss, especially with regard to funding and property options. The council also considered an urgency ordinance that would prohibit camping on public property. A crowd of more than a hundred locals cheered after the four councilmembers adopted the ordinance in a 4-0 vote, aiming to pull the rug out from the North Beach homeless encampments. “We’ve been working incredibly hard on this issue for a lot of months,” said Mayor Pro Tem Dan Bane, who became the acting mayor upon the sudden passing of Mayor Steven Swartz. “I realize that we could have done this faster, and we should have . . . but we are here now. We have come up with a unique solution; not a long-term fix.” The ordinance adopted states that exigent circumstances relating to immediate threats to the public health, safety and welfare require enforcement of the provisions of San Clemente municipal code (Chapter 8.86) prohibiting camping on public property, except as provided therein. In other words, no tents or structures will be allowed erected anywhere in the city (on public property), Bane said. City Manager James Makshanoff said city staff may begin moving homeless campers out of North Beach as soon as Friday, with Orange County Sheriff’s Department and County Counsel having agreed to assist in enforcing the ordinance. Makshanoff said the city is preparing property where campers may be temporarily relocated. That property will be on a city-owned lot off Avenida Pico, between the city’s maintenance yard and U-Haul Moving & Storage of San Clemente, located at 310 Avenida Pico. San Clemente Times May 23-29, 2019
Family, friends and community members gathered Tuesday afternoon, May 21, for a funeral service honoring Steven Swartz, who served as Mayor of San Clemente before he died unexpectedly earlier this month. Photo: Cari Hachmann
City staff said the temporary relocation encampment will be in a closed-off area where bathrooms will be provided. Estimated costs for the encampment are more than $50,000, city staff reported. A breakdown of that number included $20,000 for fencing, $20,000 for decomposed granite at the site and another $15,000 for lighting and security cameras. The city said it plans to install Porta Potties, trash service and may potentially hire a security guard for evening supervision at the encampment. WHAT’S NEXT: The city council decided it wanted more time to discuss a more permanent, long-term solution to the homeless crisis, as well as seek appropriate funding for a temporary shelter. City Attorney Scott Smith was directed to send a demand to Orange County officials for a regional shelter, Bane said. Bane also directed city staff to seek additional funding options, as many residents voiced concerns over high costs for announced potential shelter options. The council supported the idea of making the homeless discussion a recurring item on future agendas. -—Cari Hachmann
San Clemente Loses Generous and Loyal Public Servant THE LATEST: The Mayor of San Clemente’s funeral was well-attended on a breezy Tuesday afternoon at the Bella Collina San Clemente, where nearly 200 people arrived to pay respects to the family of Steven Swartz, and celebrate his life. Swartz passed away suddenly in his sleep on May 8 while on vacation with his wife in Palm Springs. He was 71. Family, friends, city officials, Sheriff’s deputies, RSVP volunteer patrol and community members were among the many folks seated for a tranquil
ceremony overlooking the golf course. Also present were members of the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard, who presented a folded American flag to Swartz’s family, including wife Nicki and son Kyle. The service was facilitated by a Jewish pastor, who talked about Swartz’s life and offered Hebrew prayers and words of condolence. Mayor Pro Tem Dan Bane said Swartz was a mentor to him on the city council and thanked Swartz’s family for the councilmember’s sacrifices to the city. “Steve always served with integrity. He always stood up for what he believed in,” Bane said. He noted Swartz was a man of perseverance, loyalty and faith. Many close to Swartz spoke highly of the Air Force veteran’s passion for serving, whether it was on one of the many committees he volunteered for or as a father, husband and generous friend. “He certainly felt it was his duty to give back,” said Richard Ford, a member of the San Clemente Rotary, in which Swartz served on for more than 10 years. Kelly Specht, Swartz’s niece and Vice President of her uncle’s company, South Coast Surety, told heartfelt personal stories, calling Swartz a father-figure who stepped in as her mentor after her own father died. A close family friend said he was with Swartz on election night, before he was installed as Mayor of San Clemente. “I knew in my heart he wanted to serve this town,” he said. “He wanted to make it better.” Swartz’s sister, Lisa, called her brother a vocal, compassionate leader whose death would leave an impact on the entire city. “The only thing Steve loved more than this city was his family,” she said. The pastor said people had gathered to export a truly wonderful soul. “He had a very loving and giving life,” he said. WHAT’S NEXT: A reception was held for Swartz after the funeral service inside the
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THE LATEST: Required by law to address the vacancy left by the death of Mayor Steven Swartz, San Clemente City Council discussed options for moving forward at Tuesday night’s meeting. City Clerk Joanne Baade said city code presents the council with two options. One, the city is required to hold a special election to install a new candidate in office at the next election date: November 5, 2019. The other is to hold the election, but appoint someone in the interim until the city-wide vote takes place. “We found that our city has a unique provision in its election code that requires a special election,” said Councilmember Laura Ferguson. “We have to have a special election regardless of whether an appointment is made.” In a 4-0 vote, the council adopted three resolutions declaring the special election and regulations on it. The city requested that the election be an all-mail ballot unless it is considered a consolidated election, in which case it will be conducted as a precinct election, the May 21 agenda stated. The council also approved $295,000 to fund the November special election. A handful of residents spoke at the meeting asking the council to appoint someone quickly to fill the fifth seat. Many people present endorsed Gene James, the fourth-leading vote-getter in the 2018 City Council race. Both Ferguson and Mayor Pro Tem Dan Bane moved to appoint James, but were ultimately blocked by opposing votes from councilmembers Kathy Ward and Chris Hamm, who said they were not ready to appoint anyone. WHAT’S NEXT: The motion for an appointment to fill the empty seat was tabled. The council will potentially revisit appointing an interim councilmember at a future date.-—CH
NRC Gives Edison the OK to Download Spent Nuclear Fuel at SONGS Again THE LATEST: Southern California Edison (SCE) has been given the green light to resume its ongoing efforts to transfer spent nuclear fuel at the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS) into dry storage, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) announced Tuesday, May 21. Though the NRC has provided the goahead, SCE has yet to determine when it (Cont. on page 4) sanclementetimes.com
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South Coast’s Boys & Girls Club Welcomes Two New Directors BY CARI HACHMANN, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES
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(Cont. from page 3) it will officially restart downloading the nuclear fuel into canisters for its storage facility. “The ultimate decision on when fuel transfer operations will resume will be made following a careful review of operational readiness by SCE and our contractor,” SCE said in a press release. “SCE will continue to provide timely updates to the community and our stakeholders as we move through this process.” Edison and its contractor, Holtec International, suspended transfer operations following an incident this past August. During the incident, a canister carrying spent fuel was being lowered into a vertical receptacle but wasn’t aligned properly, causing it to get stuck on a guiding ring. While the misalignment was corrected and the canister properly stored, the incident should have prompted SCE to notify the commission within 24 hours of it occurring—a point Edison officials have since acknowledged. The NRC imposed a fine of $116,000 to Edison over the incident itself and not for missing the 24-hour notification deadline, news files state. Since the August incident, SCE said, it has conducted a “comprehensive review” of its transfer operations and has made adjustments to its program “through better procedures, better training, and more intrusive oversight.” “This, in part, includes the addition of cameras and load monitoring equipment, which will provide valuable information during download operations,” John Dobken, the media relations manager at SCE, said in an email. “We have demonstrated these improvements are effective and sustainable through numerous dry runs, regulatory inspections and independent reviews.” Edison officials have also explained that teams have been conducting dry runs during the loading hiatus to better improve procedures. According to the NRC, its determination San Clemente Times May 23-29, 2019
years of local experience in nonprofit fundraising and management, Elizabeth Beas was hired as Director of Development. Having worked for the Boys & Girls Club of Garden Grove for the past 11 years, Rick Croom joined the club as Director of Operations. Beas has dedicated her career to helping local children’s charities build lasting relationships to serve their missions. Born and raised in Dana Point, Beas grew up playing indoor soccer at the local club and has since lived in San Clemente for the past nine years with her husband. She said the Boys & Girls Club has always been dear to her heart. Through her work, she has learned about the incredible impact the Boys & Girls Club has on kids and their families.
“When the opportunity arose to become a part of this wonderful team and mission, I knew I couldn’t pass it up,” Beas said. “It means so much to me to be able to work with our community to help the Club grow to provide more opportunities for more kids.” In his most recent role, Croom served as Site Supervisor at Faylani Elementary for the Boys & Girls Club of Garden Grove. He has also held positions in human resources and volunteer coordination. A kid at heart, Croom enjoys collecting retro video games and participating in gaming tournaments. He is a Huntington Beach native who loves to surf and is looking forward to exploring the great local beaches in South Orange County. In his position as Director of Operations, Croom will play a lead role in managing
the day-to-day operations of the club. Croom said he is excited to get to know the club’s youth and impact their lives in a positive way. “I have worked for Boys & Girls Clubs for 11 years and want to bring my excitement and passion for youth to the Club,” Croom said. “I am also looking forward to getting new programs implemented, getting to know the community, and working with my team to make the Club as fun as possible for the youth in the area.” The Boys & Girls Club will host big events coming up, including its Driving Dreams Golf Tournament on June 7 and Great Futures Gala on November 2. If you’re interested in more information on these events, visit bgcsca.org. Beas can be reached at elizabeth@bgcsca.org, Croom at rick@bgcsca.org. SC
to allow Edison to resume operations was based on an “extensive review of technical data” that SCE submitted “regarding the possible effects of scratching on spent fuel canisters” during operations. Issues of incidental contact have been raised by activists who have claimed that damage to the canisters carrying the spent fuel could weaken the canister’s protective stainless steel structure. Both Edison and the commission have disputed such claims, stating that any contact sustained would be minimal. “SCE has also completed visual assessments of eight loaded canisters. The incidental contact that may occur during canister downloading, as the NRC recently reaffirmed, poses no impact to the safe storage of spent fuel,” Dobken said in the release. Responding to the NRC’s announcement, Congressman Mike Levin, who has been adamant about getting the spent fuel out of SONGS and into a permanent storage facility, said there are still unanswered questions regarding the safety of loading spent fuel at SONGS. “I called for a full-time NRC inspector at the facility because Southern California Edison proved after the ‘near-miss’ canister incident that we need a higher level of transparency, accountability, and oversight,” Levin said in a press release. “Until a full-time NRC inspector is in place, I will remain strongly concerned about the loading of spent nuclear fuel at this site.” Levin also expressed hesitation in the NRC’s assessment, as it “relied on data provided by Edison, a company with an incentive to resume loading as quickly as possible.” “The NRC’s decision-making process requires a greater degree of independence to best serve the public interest,” Levin said in the release.
webinar and submitting written comments can go to the NRC’s website to register.— Shawn Raymundo
MHS outlined problems with the city’s intention to reopen an acute care hospital with an emergency room on the property site at 654 Camino de Los Mares. In its April 30 motion, the city claimed that it has entered into discussions with a hospital operator that is interested in operating a hospital at the property, an operator Spach pointed out the city has yet to name. Dan Bane, acting mayor, said the city is looking for other providers. “We think there are interested parties. We’ve had discussion with interested parties,” he said, in an interview with the San Clemente Times, adding, “The city’s not going to run a hospital. If there are no providers out there, then we are going to have to make a decision as a community as to where we go from there, because it just doesn’t seem to make sense to operate a hospital without a provider.” A report provided by MHS’s healthcare consultant Steve Valentine estimated that even a light, cosmetic upgrade to reopen the current hospital would cost just shy of $40 million. Spach declared, “The city must be realistic about the true costs to reopen a hospital on site, and city officials should be transparent with taxpayers as to how such costs will be funded.” Bane said the city’s experts think upgrades to the hospital could be minimal, with estimates ranging from $2 million to $3 million, he said. “I want to protect taxpayer money. If it looks like we are going to go forward with the lawsuit and potentially be on the hook for many millions of dollars and there’s no chance that we are going to have a hospital, I think it’s my duty to tell people that. Right now, I think there’s a chance.”
WHAT’S NEXT: The NRC will hold a webinar Monday, June 3, from noon to 1 p.m. to discuss the resumption of fuel loading at SONGS. Those interested in viewing the
Memorial Health Services Disputes City’s Claims on Hospital Lawsuit THE LATEST: Attorneys for Memorial Health Services have written a letter to the city of San Clemente’s legal representation and the San Clemente Times describing what they saw as misleading information surrounding its lawsuit over the site of the former hospital. In his letter, Madison Spach Jr., a lawyer representing Memorial Health, provided court documents clarifying that on May 8 Judge David O. Carter, in fact, denied the city’s motion to amend its answer in a recent hearing on the case. In addition, Spach wrote that the court agreed with MHS that even if the city were to admit liability for inverse condemnation, MHS would still be entitled to a full trial on the merits of its other claims, including “the crucial question of the fair value of the property and other damages suffered by MHS.” The $13.06 million claimed in the city’s motion was only for the value of the land, Spach said, and doesn’t include the hospital building and other costly improvements on it, let alone court interest and legal fees. Spach said, “Factoring in these additional amounts, the total damages could well cost the people of San Clemente in excess of $23 million—and this assumes MHS does not prove greater damagers (which it intends to).” That amount also doesn’t include the city’s own legal fees, he said. City Attorney Scott Smith declined to comment on details of the pending case, but said the city is willing to engage in a solution-oriented dialogue with MHS to resolve the lawsuit.
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WHAT’S NEXT: The trial between Memorial Health Services and the city of San Clemente is scheduled for June 18, with a pre-trial conference set for June 17.-—CH sanclementetimes.com
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Share the Aloha Spirit at Saturday’s Polynesian Festival The Hawaiian Surf Club of San Onofre will host its 29th Anniversary Polynesian Festival & Luau Feast at San Clemente’s Community Center from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, May 25. Bring the entire family, throw down a towel or chair on the grass, close your eyes, and imagine you’re in the Islands for a delightful Polynesian experience. Enjoy a day and evening full of Polynesian music, art, dance, food, and culture. Polynesian dancers from all over Southern California will perform traditional dances in their native costumes accompanied by traditional Polynesian musicians. Vendors promoting beach lifestyle clothing, jewelry, crafts, and assorted Polynesian curios will exhibit their wares. Classic surf Woodies will be on display. Author David Matuszak will appear to sign his 1,500-page book, San Onofre: Memories of a Legendary Surfing Beach. There will also be raffle prizes. Proceeds support the efforts of the Hawaiian Surf Club, a nonprofit organization. Admission is free to the day’s entertainment beginning at 10 a.m. Tickets are available for the 6:30 p.m. luau dinner and show from Hawaiian Surf Club members. Call 714.396.0475. Reservations are available for groups of 10 or more. Dinner and show tickets are available for $30 for adults and $15 for children 12-and-under. Share the aloha spirit at the San Clemente Community Center, next to the library, 100 North Seville in San Clemente.
Exchange Club Donates to Prevent Child Abuse The Exchange Club of San Clemente has donated $3,000 to three local nonprofits focused on child abuse prevention. “Not only is this something our club cares deeply about, but child abuse prevention is also the national call to arms for over 60,000 Exchange Club members nationwide,” said Chad Schiel, a spokesperson for the Exchange Club, in a press release. Exchange Club President Ken Wakefield presented checks to Community Outreach Alliance to fund its new fishing activities for underprivileged kids. Recipients also included The Raise Foundation, for its continued work of child abuse prevention, and the San Clemente Domestic Violence Task Force, to prevent domestic and child violence. The club’s next big fundraising event is the Semper Fi Golf Tournament, an an-
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ZONING ADMINISTRATION 3-4:30 p.m. The city’s Zoning Administration meeting will be held at San Clemente City Hall. 910 Calle Negocio. 949.361.8200. san-clemente.org. PLANNING COMMISSION 6-10 p.m. The city’s Planning Commission conducts its regularly scheduled meeting. 100 Avenida Presidio, San Clemente. 949.361.8200. san-clemente.org.
Polynesian dancers from all over Southern California will perform traditional dances in their native costumes accompanied by music at the 29th Anniversary Polynesian Festival & Luau Feast on Saturday, May 25. Photo: Courtesy of The Hawaiian Surf Club of San Onofre
nual event held to benefit U.S. Marines. This year the tournament will take place at Talega Golf Club in San Clemente. Organizers are now filling teams and seeking local businesses that would like to help sponsor the event. For more information, visit exchangeclubsc.org.
San Clemente Author to Release Book on Financial Literacy Local Author J. J. Wenrich is launching a new book to help educate youth and adults on the basics of saving and investing money. His book, Teaching Kids to Buy Stocks: Stories and Lessons for Grown-ups, is available now on Amazon for pre-sale before its official release on May 28. Wenrich attests that a lack of basic financial knowledge and poor habits start in the home and resonate outward in communities and the economy as a whole. Humorous and easy to follow, his book seeks to educate people in a way that can be passed to younger generations for years to come. Wenrich is a certified financial planner and financial coach who lives in San Clemente. He is also a 20-year investment veteran and dad with a heart for education and financial literacy. The author said, “Addressing the need for improved financial literacy in our country is where the heart of this book beats.” Wenrich will host a book signing from 2-4 p.m, on Saturday, June 8 at Beach Town Books in San Clem-
ente, 99 Avenida Serra and El Camino Real. For more information, visit teachingkidstobuystocks.com or call 913.687.6978.
San Clemente Man Competes on this Season’s The Bachelorette A 31-year-old San Clemente man, Grant Eckel, is one of 30 contestants on the 15th season of ABC’s The Bachelorette, vying for the heart of Alabama’s Hannah Brown. While Eckel won’t be able to be interviewed until after the show, his biography is available on the show’s website at abc.go.com. On the site, Eckel, listed as unemployed, is described as the real-life “The Dude.” “He loves White Russians and has no interest in hearing about your CrossFit workout plan or recent Instagram post. Grant considers himself to be romantic, because he enjoys PDA. He loves to impress the ladies with his surprisingly good dance moves and is hoping his blunt realness stands out to Hannah,” the website said. According to the site, Eckel’s biggest fashion regret is wearing fake earrings to his high school prom. He isn’t afraid of a dance-off. He has a hard time believing that any young guy who comes on The Bachelorette is “here for the right reasons,” and he plans to call them out on it. The Bachelorette premiered on Monday, May 13.
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SAN CLEMENTE ROTARY 5:30-7:30 p.m. The San Clemente Rotary Club will host its regularly scheduled meeting. Wedgewood, San Clemente Municipal Golf Course, 150 E. Avenida Magdalena, San Clemente. sanclementerotary.org. TUESDAY, MAY 28
SUNRISE ROTARY 7:15 a.m. San Clemente Sunrise Rotary meets every Tuesday at Talega Golf Club Signature Grille. 990 Avenida Talega. scsunriserotary.com. BECAUSE I LOVE YOU (BILY) MEETING 6:30-8:30 p.m. Meets every Tuesday. Because I Love You (BILY) helps parents find solutions to any crisis they are experiencing due to their children’s (adults or minors) poor choices. San Clemente Presbyterian Church. 119 Avenida De La Estrella. bilysc.org. WEDNESDAY, MAY 29
DESIGN REVIEW SUBCOMMITTEE 3–4:30 p.m. The city’s Design Review Subcommittee meeting will be held at San Clemente City Hall. 910 Calle Negocio. 949.361.8200. san-clemente.org.
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Letters to The Editor THE MILITARY: STRESS AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PATRICIA DROWN, PhD, Executive Director, San Clemente Domestic Violence Task Force
Thanks so much for writing the article about the sad number of domestic violence cases within the military. I run the SC DV Task Force, a nonprofit that educates the community on matters of domestic violence. Unfortunately, this was not a surprise, as many returning Marines and soldiers suffer from PTSD and this can lead to interpersonal violence. Research has also shown a higher rate of domestic violence among NFL players, with law enforcement having the highest incidences, though many of those cases go unreported as the officer will lose both gun and livelihood. But the question of domestic violence and the military is not a new topic: According to the American Journal of Family Law, “Military families are subject to increased stress with the demands of military readiness and frequent deployments. With the increased number of deployments in the last 12 years, this stress has increased on service members and their families. Complicating matters and increasing family stress is the prevalence of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) felt by service members returning from numerous deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan.” Unfortunately, one way this stress often manifests itself is through incidents of family violence. This is an area that family law attorneys must be aware of should an
CREATING HOMELESSNESS IN SAN CLEMENTE ANITA PENNER, Capistrano Beach
Regarding the article about the longtime residents at Vista Del Mar Apartments who are being evicted to make room for homeless people, I was so astonished that I sat down to write my first-ever letter to an editor. Let us consider the current residents who have worked hard to supply shelter for themselves and their families, including perhaps extended members such as aging or sick parents and grandparents. It’s hard work and sometimes requires them to clench their teeth in order to succeed at jobs that keep their families off the street. When we
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AN ARGUMENT AGAINST DAIRY’S TREATMENT OF COWS JOAN RICHARDSON, San Clemente
I totally agree with the letter from Mr. Ikle from LB. He is right; the dairy industry is horrid. The cows are crying and mourning their infants while the newborns are taken away immediately. Please advise people not to purchase milk. There are so many other alternatives that are healthier. It is disconcerting to see what goes on in the industry. Think of what is happening to these animals, which have no choice. The dairy industry must change!
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SCHS Jazz Band Concerts Drift into Summer at the Pier
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or the foreseeable future, the San Clemente High School Jazz Band will proudly kick off the city’s summer beach concert series at the pier. For the 20th year, the band did just that on May 17. A year earlier, the city was taking steps to relocate the jazz concert to North Beach, despite pleas from students. At a February city council meeting, student musicians called the pier concert a yearly goal for all the musicians, the highlight of the band’s season and a chance to share talents with the community at “the very epicenter of our city.” With the pier concert in doubt, a group united in spring 2018 to organize a “Banned from Pier” campaign COASTLINES online. By Fred Swegles “Our awesome parents came out and did what they could to save the beach concert,” said Tony Soto, band director. The city responded to an online petition by letting the show go on, then restored it on the schedule for the pier this year. “Hopefully, we got things squared away for the future,” said drummer Foster Poling, who on May 17 was a senior doing his final pier concert as a student. “I hope we don’t have to do it again.” The jazz concerts—presented weeks ahead of the actual onset of summer— don’t attract the same size crowds. Balmy summer days haven’t yet arrived; nor have summer beach crowds. It’s hard to expect even a quality jazz band such as SCHS’ to match the crowds at the summer rock concerts. This summer’s lineup includes a Journey tribute band and two popular local bands, Wigs & Ties and Tunnel Vision. Crowd size aside, this jazz band cooks. Those present on the sand May 17 would be quick to say, “You really missed it”—to even the most hardcore summer rock aficionados who weren’t
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Clockwise from top. SCHS alumnus Luke Reeder, Class of 2012, and Jake Stewart, Class of 2015, performed on tenor saxophone. SCHS Jazz Coach Norm Douglas encourages soloist Crista Mangahas and other players at the jazz band’s 2019 pier concert. Fifteen-month-old Hazel Stensrud was Little Big Fan in the front row at the SCHS jazz band’s 2019 beach concert. Photos: Fred Swegles
there to hear the high-energy solo on “Cantaloupe Island,” the sizzling drum riffs on “Pick Up the Pieces” or the concert’s engaging finale, “Blitzkrieg Bop.” “It’s a great experience with the band,” said Crista Mangahas, a clarinet player who is the band’s manager. “Everyone has high energy. I love performing and making people happy.” For Soto, this was his 11th pier concert. It gave him a chance to invite seven alumni on stage to sit in on select tunes. Music for the Mind, a campus club that performs off campus at senior cen-
ters, opened for the jazz band. “For us as parents, it’s just pure fun,” said audience member Paula Stewart, whose son, Jake, got to perform, now as a senior at BYU Idaho. “I noticed that all the alumni are still active in some sort of music,” she said. “It’s fun to see them keep progressing with their music, and that it started here in San Clemente.” Fred Swegles is a longtime San Clemente resident with more than 46 years of reporting experience in the city. Fred can be reached at fswegles@picketfencemedia. com. SC
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MISSION ART WALKS 10:30 a.m. Every Friday beginning May 24, a 45-minute Mission Art Walk is offered. The docent-guided tour highlights the art collection of rare paintings related to Mission San Juan Capistrano’s history within the Serra Chapel, the Spanish Colonial Room and the Mission Treasures Exhibit. Experience Spanish colonial and plein air paintings, learn about the Mission’s goal and efforts in the conservation of its collection. 26801 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano. Cost is $8 per adult. For groups of 15 people or more, schedule in advance at 949.234.1306. missionsjc.com.
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THURSDAY | 23 ZEN DOJOS BULLY PROOF TRAINING 5 p.m. Zen Dojos in San Juan Capistrano will host a clinic with Chris Casamassa, author of the book Bully Proof Fitness. Casamassa aims to help parents win the battle against bullies and bellies by giving them the tools they need to help their kids become more self-confident, more fit and more focused than ever before. He is traveling the country teaching free clinics, which empower kids to be “Bully Proof & Fit” with his award-winning, Mission Bully Proof program. 3188 Del Obispo Street, C6, San Juan Capistrano. 949.240.6574. bullyprooffitness.com. SENIOR AWARDS NIGHT SCHOLARSHIPS 6 p.m. The Democratic Women of South Orange County (DWSOC) will be awarding scholarships to seven high school seniors at San Clemente High School, Dana Hills High School and San Juan Hills High School during Senior Awards Night at each of the three schools. The award winners are exceptional students who have shared a commitment to promoting democracy in our communities. San Clemente High School’s event will take place at the main gym at 700 Avenida Pico. 949.496.4372. dwsoc.org. OPEN MIC NIGHT 6-9 p.m. Five Vines Wine Bar presents its Open Mic Night every Thursday. Five Vines is looking for musicians, comedians, poets—anyone who wants a mic and an audience. Must be 21 and older. 31761 Camino Capistrano, #11, San Juan Capistrano. 949.800.9145. fivevineswinebar.com. RUN CLUB AT 2XU 6-7 p.m. Competing in your first 5K or your 50th marathon? Run with other new and experienced runners from 2XU—from Outlets at San Clemente to the end of the Pier and back (about 4 miles) every Thursday. This is a free club, with post-run goodies provided by your friends at 2XU. 949.558.5054. facebook. com/2XUSanClemente/. San Clemente Times May 23-29, 2019
SATURDAY | 25 SC HILLCLIMBERS 8:30-11:30 a.m. San Clemente Hill Climbers Club meets Saturday and Tuesday mornings. Ages 50 and over are welcome to join club members in hiking local SC trails. Hikes usually last 2-3 hours and change weekly, ranging in distance from 4-5 miles. No cost. 121 Mira Adelante, San Clemente. 949.481.2275. jnl5555@yahoo.com.
Los Angeles comedian Tom Clark will headline the “Lass Your Aff Off” stand-up comedy show at Adele’s in San Clemente on Saturday, May 25. Photo: Courtesy ComedyInTheOC
LIVE STAND-UP COMEDY: SATURDAY, MAY 25 7:30-9:30 p.m. ComedyInTheOC presents “Lass Your Aff Off,” a monthly comedy show produced by veteran comedian Tom Riehl that is guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Featuring comedians from television, radio, and comedy clubs across the country, each show runs about 90 minutes and is capped off by a national headliner. This month’s headliner is the very funny Tom Clark, with performances by Murray Valeriano, Steph Clark and Bob Ooten. Full bar and dinner menu available. Lots of free convenient parking. Doors open at 5 p.m. Adele’s at the San Clemente Inn, 2600 Avenida Del Presidente. 949.481.1222. Buy tickets at ComedyInTheOC.com.
MEMORIAL DAY SIDEWALK SALE 11:30 a.m. Celebrate the unofficial kickoff to summer at the Outlets’ Memorial Day Weekend Sidewalk Sale, featuring live music and guest DJs. Favorite brand-name outlet stores will offer savings of up to 75% off all weekend through Monday, May 27. Shoppers will have the chance to save on more than 55 designer brands. Outlets at San Clemente. 101 West Avenida Vista Hermosa. 949.535.2323. outletsatsanclemente.com. JIM PLAYS MUSIC OF STEELY DAN 4-7 p.m. Old Money Jim plays the music of Steely Dan at Knuckleheads Sports Bar. Old Money Jim is a five-piece band that performs classic blues, danceable funk, roots rock and contemporary jazz in Southern California. Knuckleheads Sports Bar. 1717 N. El Camino Real. San Clemente. 949.492.2410. Knuckleheadsmusic.com.
SUNDAY | 26 ACOUSTIC THURSDAYS AT BARNOA 7-9 p.m. Live music every Thursday. A rotating cast of Orange County’s most talented musicians play acoustic covers and original music. Enjoy a great wine selection, craft beers, tasty appetizers and Barnoa’s full dinner menu. Must be 21 and older. Barnoa Wine and Craft Beer Bistro. 831 Via Suerte, San Clemente. 949.388.4378. barnoawinebar.com.
FRIDAY | 24 MIX MASTERS RIBBON CUTTING 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Join The Mix Masters for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony with the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce and stay for the celebration featuring food, beverages and signature cocktails. The ceremony will take place at the Ocean
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FARMERS MARKET 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Shop for a wide selection of fruits, vegetables, plants and artisanal goods from organic growers along Avenida Del Mar. 949.361.8200. san-clemente.org. BRUNCH AT RAYA 11 a.m.-2 p.m. A tempting brunch with flowing champagne awaits guests every Sunday morning in RAYA at The Ritz(Cont. on page 12) sanclementetimes.com
GETTING OUT (Cont. from page 10) Carlton, Laguna Niguel. Start with a fresh fruit martini and a selection of pastries, then enjoy a three-course a la carte menu. Cost is $72. One Ritz Carlton Drive, Dana Point. 949.240.2000. ritzcarlton.com/LagunaDining.
MONDAY | 27 MEMORIAL DAY REMEMBRANCE 2-3 p.m. Honor all branches of the U.S. Military at the Marine Monument in Park Semper Fi overlooking the San Clemente Pier and ocean. All service members are welcome. Meet U.S. Marines from Camp Pendleton, along with special guest speakers. Program is co-sponsored by The Heritage of San Clemente Foundation and the city of San Clemente. Parking is limited; arrive early. 949-498-4958. Marinemonument.com. BINGO AT GOODY’S 7 p.m. Every Monday, Goody’s hosts a bingo night for a charity of the month. This month’s beneficiary is Friends of San Clemente Foundation. Cards are $1 per sleeve, and raffle prizes are offered. Goody’s Tavern. 206 S. El Camino Real. 949.492.3400. goodystavern.com.
TUESDAY | 28 TABLE TENNIS FOR SENIORS 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Join the table tennis club for seniors 55 and older; beginning and intermediate levels available. No admission fee. Meet at El Nino Table Tennis Club in San Clemente, 3000 Calle Nuevo. Call for more information. 949.481.2275.
WEDNESDAY | 30 PROSTATE, PIZZA & BREW NIGHT 6 p.m. One way to attract men (and women) to a light-hearted and informative format about how to control prostate cancer is to offer some beer and pizza. As part of a “Prostate Cancer Awareness” event, local Robert Chavez will share details of his ongoing battle with prostate cancer and how he’s evaluated and chosen treatment options. Attendees will receive valuable information about how men can improve their chances of keeping prostate issues to a minimum. Event is open to all. Beverages and pizza will be served at Keller Williams OC Coastal Office, 635 Camino De Los Mares, Third Floor. RSVP to 949.370.2412. Or email linkroberto@hotmail.com. Learn more at prostatecancerwarriors.com.
At the Movies: Non-Fiction: More than a French Re-Write BY MEGAN BIANCO, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES
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know what you were thinking if you might have seen the trailer for Olivier Assayas’ Non-Fiction before whatever indie movie you were attending: “Oh, this is just a Woody Allen-esque movie made by French people.” In some ways, it is a little bit of that. Midlife crises, affairs, existentialism, older people out of touch with society, etc. Which is amusing, because Allen began his career taking tons of influence from French New Wave features from the 1950s. But, fortunately, Assayas doesn’t come off as a knock-off director in Non-Fiction. In the literary world of Paris, novelist Leonard Spiegel (Vincent Macaigne) is struggling to convince his publisher, Alain Danielson (Guillaume Canet), that his new book will be a hit. Leonard and Alain are colleagues and casual friends. On top of this, Leonard’s been having a long-term affair with Alain’s wife, Selena (Juliette Binoche), who is tired of being the star of her own TV series. Alain is also secretly having casual sex with his publication’s young digital transcriber, Laure (Christa Théret).
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Nora Hamzawi co-stars as Leonard’s own wife, Valerie, who doesn’t seem to care about any of the drama. Non-Fiction could have easily been outdated in concept, but surprisingly Assayas isn’t afraid to see things from the younger generation’s perspective. The movie isn’t just another racy sex romp with subtitles; it is a commentary on the characters’ reluctance and concerns with adapting to digital technology taking over literature. Most surprising is that Binoche is the least-interesting actor, as she continues to typecast herself as woman in her mid-50s reacting to her mortality through promiscuity. Hamzawi is a more intriguing and charming cast member in this film. SC
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For the latest edition of Aging Well, our biannual guide for seniors, we’ve highlighted several fun and exciting programs for readers to stay actively engaged in the Dana Point, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano communities.
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his guide will offer resources for readers who are looking to move their loved ones closer to home, as we provide an overview of several senior living facilities in the tri-city area. We also outline information on where seniors can learn more about utilizing technology, as well as direct them to a litany of podcasts and smartphone apps to keep a sharp mind. Readers can also learn about volunteering opportunities with the Orange County Sheriff’s Department, which is a great way to help support local police services while promoting safety in the community. And in this issue, we dive into details on how to identify early warning signs of memory loss and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, which is becoming more prevalent among seniors who are living longer than previous generations. All of these stories and resources are meant to help our senior citizens in the community thrive as they approach their golden years. With so much to offer, South Orange County is certainly an ideal place for seniors to enjoy a beautiful life.
S TAY O N T H E R OA D LONGER with AARP’s Driver Safety Course
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o help keep aging motorists up to date on the rules of the road, AARP offers driver safety classes at local community centers in South Orange County. During the AARP Smart Driver Course, instructor George Dobbie will review all of the laws and procedures on the books, as outlined by the Department of Motor Vehicles. With the course geared toward elderly drivers, Dobbie noted how advanced age can impact our driving. “As we grow older, things happen within our bodies, and we take medications and the conditions that we have in our bodies, they all affect our driving,” he said. “Our purpose is to help people drive safely for a longer period of time.” The course, he also said, is ideal for those who may be preparing to retake their written driver’s license exam with the DMV. “A lot of people come to us when their license is about to be renewed,” he said. “The things that we cover help them with being able to know the things they need to know in order to renew their license.” As an incentive, many car insurance providers also offer discounts to drivers for completing the course, explained Heidi Ivanoff, senior program coordinator at the San Juan Capistrano Community Center. “What they can do with that is take (the cer-
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tificate) or contact their insurance provider and ask them if that provider gives them a discount for taking that course; and many do accept that,” Ivanoff said. The class, she also noted, is strictly an old-fashioned, student-instructor-style course and doesn’t incorporate any behind-the-wheel instruction. New students, or anyone who hasn’t taken the course in more than five years, are required to first complete the two-day class. After that, participants who just want a refresher can take the one-day class. AARP members can take the class for $15, while non-members pay $20. Dobbie will conduct two-day courses at the San Juan Capistrano Community Center on June 18 and June 20 and at the Dana Point Community Center on July 24 and July 25. He’ll also hold a one-day refresher course at the Dorothy Visser Senior Center in San Clemente on June 11. All classes are scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. To register, contact your city’s community center or go there in person. The San Juan Capistrano Community Center is located at 25925 Camino Del Avion and can be reached by phone at 949.493.5911. The Dana Point Community Center is at 34052 Del Obispo Street and can be contacted at 949.496.2337. San Clemente’s Dorothy Visser Senior Center is located at 117 Avenida Victoria. The phone number is 949.498.3322.
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BANK ON IT Food Banks and Senior Service Groups Partner to Close Hunger Gap By Lillian Boyd
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ome-delivered meals are becoming more and more popular, with dishes being brought to your home with the touch of a button on your smartphone or computer. But with aging residents becoming dependent on a fi ed income and losin mo ility, access to fresh, quality food becomes more of a necessity than a convenience. Beginning June 1, seniors in California who receive Social Security Income (SSI)/State upplemental ayment ) enefits will e a le to apply for al resh food enefits. alifornia has been the only state in the country to disqualify SSI/SSP recipients from receiving CalFresh, or food stamps, prior to June 1. “This has been a huge barrier for seniors hoping to apply for CalFresh,” said Ellie Nedry, the community program manager for Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County. “We believe that nobody should go hungry, ever. Our work focuses on helping clients overcome those barriers.” Second Harvest works to provide nourishment to more than 300,000 people throughout Orange County, including Dana Point, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano. The organization works with more than 200 partners in the
community to combine efforts in combating hunger. Second Harvest’s Groceries for Seniors program provides supplemental groceries to low-income seniors at nearly 40 sites around Orange County, twice a month. You do not need to rin proof of income, a e, or identification. Sites of service include Father Serra’s Pantry at Mission Basilica and Boys & Girls Clubs of Capo Valley in San Juan Capistrano, RH Dana Elementary School in Dana Point and Family Assistance Ministries (FAM) in San Clemente. Second Harvest also offers a mobile pantry service that brings fresh produce, lean protein items and healthy foods to the public. Nedry says this service has been overwhelmingly popular since the organization implemented feedback to provide healthier options, as opposed to canned goods and items with preservatives. “These sorts of services are really what make a difference in a senior having to choose between paying for medication or rent and paying for a meal,” Nedry said. “Nobody deserves to go hungry.” Second Harvest’s programs are free for recipients. For information regarding food distributions in your area and other direct food assistance in English and Spanish, call the helpline at 1.855.2.FEEDOC. Dana Point’s senior services offer a nutritional food program each weekday beginning at 11:30 a.m., which includes an entrée, beverage and dessert. The program is operated by Age Well Senior Services within the Dana Point Community Center, 34052 Del Obispo Street. Age Well conducts several programs that cater to the needs of senior residents. Every Monday, from 11 a.m. to noon, Helping Hands Worldwide distributes food items donated by local businesses and grocery chains through a number lottery system. Additionally during the week, Room B at the Dana Point Community Center has been transformed into a arden af for a fine din-
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in e perience. ro ram or ani ers hoped to steer away from a cafeteria setup and create a welcoming environment with tablecloths, cloth napkins, silverware and glass dishes. “The (City of Dana Point) has really put forth an effort to improve services and e perience for senior residents,” said Sandy Anderson, the site manager for Age Well at the Dana Point Senior Center. “They’ve remodeled the space, and they provide a lot of items for our programs.” Free transportation is available for Dana Point residents, age 60 and older, to the weekday lunch program. Call the City of Dana Point at 949.248.3536 to register. For homebound seniors, age 60 and older, or anyone unable to shop or cook on their own, Age Well provides home-delivered meals. For a suggested donation of $7.50 per day, recipients are given three meals, including breakfast, hot lunch and cold dinner. “Our mission is to provide resources for older adults to promote their vitality and support their independence,” said Anderson. “Our
founder, Marilyn Ditty, believed that nobody should be denied our services. Nobody should go hungry.” For the month of April, Age Well Senior Services provided 448 meals at the center, and 1,129 meals were delivered to homes in Dana Point. A e ell enior ervices is a nonprofit organization providing resources throughout South Orange County, with several sites, including Dana Point. While the 501(c)(3) relies on government funding, services also depend on private donations, Anderson said. About 90% of money donations support the programs directly. Age Well is currently holding a fundraiser du ed ive , ive in order to finance meals on wheels and transportation services. Visit give.agewellseniorservices.org to give a donation.
The fast-paced world of new technology can make life tough on aging adults. Luckily, there are plenty of local options to assist those who need a little help keeping up on technology: >> San Clemente’s Dorothy Visser Senior Center offers two technology programs each week. Computer Assistance is held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays, and Technology Assistance is held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursdays. The center’s computer lab is also open daily Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 949.498.3322. Dorothy Visser Senior Center, 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente. >> an uan apistrano holds cell phone tutorin sessions on the first ednesday of every month, by appointment, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the San Juan Capistrano Community Center’s Senior oun e. arlos A uilar of nited ealthcare offers help with cell phones, ta lets, te tin , emails and photos. Appointments can be scheduled by calling 949.493.5911 or in person at the community center reception counter. The senior lounge also provides public access computers and free WiFi while open Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 949.443.6358. San Juan Capistrano Community Center, 25925 Camino Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano. >> Saddleback College’s Emeritus Institute is offering a summer class to help ease the use of technology for seniors. The class, titled “Life and Technology Integration for Older Adults,” is described as introducin students to new technolo ies that create an ease and efficiency in completin daily tasks. The description says students will learn about Internet use, computers, tablets, smartphones and apps, among other technologies. The class will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3-3:50 p.m. beginning May 28 and ending between July 17-23 at the San Juan Capistrano College and Career Campus at 31522 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano. For more information or how to register, visit saddleback.edu/emeritus.
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MEMORY LOSS: IDENTIFYING E A R LY S I G N S OF DEMENTIA By Shawn Raymundo
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emory loss can be a frustrating feeling. And while misplacing small items such as keys may seem inconsequential, if it becomes frequent at a certain age, it could be an early sign of dementia. In her experience as a quality assurance care lead and registered nurse with Home Instead Senior Care in Mission Viejo, Jaiden Tanaleon said the age at which a person may develop symptoms of dementia can vary, but usually it’s found in those in
their 80s and 90s. “If you’re starting to get it in your 60s or 70s, that’s early onset . . . that’s not good; it tends to progress,” she said. While advances in medicine and technology continue to keep people alive longer, the risk of dementia and degenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s, increases, Tanaleon notes. “As our population gets older and older, a problem we come across is dementia,” she said. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Alzheimer’s disease ranked as the fifth-leadin cause of death for those a ed and older in . Al heimer s wasn t on that list ac in , the notes. Tanaleon said that if family members or friends begin to notice signs of memory loss in a loved one, the person should check with their primary physician to get a referral for a neurologist. Tanaleon further explained that there are several signs for both early and late stages of dementia. When it comes to the late stages of dementia, Tanaleon said the individual would experience changes in their basic activities of daily living, including forgetting how to do familiar tasks. Such activities include dressing, eating, ambulation—or walking and movement—toileting and hygiene. As a mnemonic, Tanaleon notes, these activities spell out DEATH. In the early stages of dementia, she said, those close to the person would start seeing changes in their instrumental activities of daily living, which include shopping, housekeeping,
accounting, food preparation and transportation—or SHAFT. Using that mnemonic device, Tanaleon explains that a person showing early stages would display the following: • Shopping: forgetting certain items that they meant to buy. • Housekeeping: not putting items in the right place or not disposing of trash properly. • Account management: letting bills pile up without paying them or improperly writing checks. • Food preparation: havin difficulty coo in meals, especially when it comes to new recipes, not washing hands, or not turning off the stove or oven. • Transportation: losing the ability to drive safely, such as going in the wrong direction, ettin lost, or not loo in out for traffic. Tanaleon said the T in SHAFT could also stand for Telephone, as the individual may not remember a family member’s number or just forget how to answer phone calls. Other situations, she added, may also involve the person not knowing where they are to whom they’re talking.
“They may be disorientated, may not know where they’re at or what’s going on,” she said. For family members, the transition can also e difficult, as they re stru lin to fi ure out how to cope with the situation. “Some family members may take it personally,” she said, later adding that there are a lot of resources to turn to in order to better help their loved one. Tanaleon recommends “being very patient. Listen every time they speak, even if it’s the same thing they said over and over again. . . . or them, it s the first time they re sayin it, so the family member has to treat it that way.” “And if there’s a point, especially when it gets later in the stages, where a family or a senior ets very difficult to tal to, she said, you should “take a moment to cool off, as long as the senior is safe, take a step back. You don’t have to win the battle. You have to think about the war.” For that senior or individual who’s suffering from memory loss, Tanaleon explained that it feels like they’re losing control. “Many times our seniors are struggling for their independence,” she said. “If they’re not able to do the daily activities or their daily living, they’re losing control.”
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S TAY AC T I V E BY VO L U N T E E R I N G
with Local Police Departments By Cari Hachmann
Senior volunteer patrol programs coordinated with Orange County Sheriff’s Department are a great way to stay active, help support police services and get involved with the local community. The cities of San Juan Capistrano, Dana Point and San Clemente all have their own programs, with each varying slightly according to the town’s needs. Volunteer patrols are generally geared toward seniors and retirees who have more free time to spare, but there are not necessarily strict age requirements. RSVP // ne of the first pro rams of its ind, established in 1985, the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) provides support for the city of San Clemente Police Services. The group of about 30 volunteers dedicates close to 11,400 hours of service each year to act as extra eyes and ears for the local police department, according to the city of San Clemente’s website. volunteer duties include par in enforcement, traffic and crowd control at special events, clerical support, speed radar trailer placement and assisting in certain emergency situations. Volunteers may also conduct vacation chec s at homes for out-of-town residents, ma e visits to home ound people as part of its You Are Not Alone Program (YANA) and staff the Police and Community Together (PACT)
house at the San Clemente Pier. is loo in for new volunteers, said ou eto, recruitment quartermaster for . t s a reat way to ive ac to the city and a reat way to ive ac and e involved with the local San Clemente Police Services,” said eto. olunteers are as ed to serve four days a month in the summer and three days a month in the winter, in addition to covering city events throu hout the year, eto said. An volunteer of five years, eto estimates the program saves San Clemente about a quarter of a million dollars each year by allowing Sheriff’s deputies more time to do the duties their jobs demand. For more information, call the city’s RSVP Volunteer Administrator at 949.361.8353 or email HR@san-clemente.org or visit sanclemente.org. ASAP // Formed in 1992, the Associated Senior Action Program (ASAP) is a group of about 40-plus volunteers assigned to the city of San Juan Capistrano Police Services. Bill Mase, head of operations for ASAP, said there are a variety of options for interested volunteers, ranging from highly active duties to more stationary wor . olunteers can choose activities depending on their interests or capabilities.
tions and summer night concerts. or someone that is interested or would li e to volunteer, this is great opportunity to get into any one of those groups,” Mase said. People just need to have enough time to dedicate, almost li e a part-time o , he said. For volunteers, that can be as few as one shift per wee . For more information about the ASAP program, call .949.443.6369 or visit sanjuancapistrano.org.
Ray Vegas and Beth Lukina, members of the Associated Senior Action Program (ASAP) for the San Juan Capistrano Police Services, pose in uniform for ASAP’s bike patrol unit. Photo: Bill Mase
or e ample, oinin A A s i e patrol could involve riding 15 miles of trails on a given day, chec in pu lic par facilities and removin raffiti. ther police service volunteer areas include administrative support, van patrol to help enforce lawful par in in and around downtown San Juan Capistrano, as well as hosting the city s rain epot nformation ios . A A volunteers also assist with traffic and par in control at special city events throu hout the year, from parades to holiday celebra-
VIPS // The Volunteers in Police Support (VIPS) program assists the city of Dana Point Police Services through four separate volunteer areas, including van patrol, bicycle patrol, clerical support and neighborhood watch. volunteers also help out with traffic and crowd control at the city’s special events. Other important duties include ma in daily chec s to resident homes during its vacation patrols. Currently, 22 members serve in the program, performin valua le tas s that save the city of Dana Point an estimated $103,000 annually, according to the city’s website. Dana Point Police Services Neighborhood Watch program prides itself as one of the est in the re ion, with more than loc captains that meet quarterly to represent the community. For more information, visit danapoint.org.
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Weekly Events Every week, the cities of Dana Point, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano offer several activities for seniors in the community. These weekly events are meant to provide opportunities to stay in shape, mentally active and social.
Bingo Games
1-3 p.m. Every Monday, compete for cash prizes with rounds of bingo at the Dorothy Visser Senior Center. 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente. 949.498.3322. san-clemente.org.
Chair Yoga
- p.m. ertified yo a instructors will lead you in a series of simple movements to strengthen and stretch your whole body while seated in a chair. Dorothy Visser Senior Center, 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente. 949.498.3322. san-clemente.org.
Commodities Distribution
Friday Flicks
Free Bingo
Hula Dance for Fun and Exercise
9-11:30 a.m. On Thursdays after the third Wednesday of the month, the Dana Point Community enter distri utes free food to qualified senior residents by the Second Harvest Food Bank. 949.248.353. recreation@danapoint.org. danapoint.org.
12:15-1 p.m. Win great prizes every Tuesday and Wednesday by participating in Dana Point Community Center’s free bingo games. 34052 Del Obispo Street, Dana Point. 949.248.353. recreation@danapoint.org. danapoint.org.
1-3:30 p.m. A variety of movie genres will be shown, and free popcorn and refreshments will be offered. This weekly movie day is held each Friday to those age 50 and older. 34052 Del Obispo Street, Dana Point. 949.248.3536. recreation@danapoint.org. danapoint.org.
8:30-9:30 a.m. Improve mobility, strength and flexibility with this free beginners’ dance class for seniors every Monday. Intermediate classes are also offered following the beginners’ course. Preregistration is not required. Old Fire Station Complex, 31421 La Matanza Street, San Juan Capistrano. 949.493.5911. sanjuancapistrano.org.
Sit & Fit Chair Exercise
10:15-11:15 a.m. This free DVD video class is offered at the San Juan Capistrano Community Center every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. No registration is required. 25925 Camino Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano. 949.493.5911. sanjuancapistrano.org.
Stretch & Tone Exercise
8:30-9:30 a.m. This free class is offered at the San Juan Capistrano Community Center every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Bring an exercise mat. No registration is required. 25925 Camino Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano. 949.493.5911. sanjuancapistrano.org.
Game Days
1-4 p.m. Head to the Dana Point Community Center to socialize, play cards and board games, work on puzzles and more. A variety of games and puzzles are available. This free drop-in program is held each Tuesday and Thursday for those age 50 and older. 34052 Del Obispo Street, Dana Point. 949.248.3536. recreation@ danapoint.org. danapoint.org.
Ukulele Sing-Along
1-3 p.m. Every Thursday, those 50 years and older can go to the San Juan Capistrano Community Center with their ukulele to play music. Music and song lists will be provided, and those who aren’t experienced will have help getting started. 25925 Camino Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano. 949.493.5911. sanjuancapistrano.org.
AGING WELL
for the Young at Heart
D I G I TA L R E S O U R C E S
for Seniors
By Lillian Boyd
hese podcasts and smartphone apps are accessi le for on-the- o education and rain stimulation to eep your mind, memory and attention sharp.
Podcasts The Lux Radio Theater
he u adio heater, once hosted y ecil e ille, was a classic radio antholo y series that first aired in the s. t quic ly rew into one of the most popular, dramatic radio specials, airin for more than two decades. he u adio heater adapted roadway sta e wor s and films such as The Treasure of Sierra Madre and The War of the Worlds) into hour-lon , live radio presentations that can now e streamed in the form of a podcast and can e downloaded on i unes.
Freakonomics Radio
This podcast stems from the oo Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything, y economist teven . evitt and New York Times ournalist tephen . u ner. he nonfiction oo e plores the relationship etween pop culture and economics. u ner welcomes o el laureates, entrepreneurs and intellectuals on the podcast for provocative and educational discussions. The series can e streamed at frea onomics.com.
Good Job, Brain!
ood o , rain is a wee ly podcast that s part qui show and part off eat news. he pro ect e an as a ic starter fundraisin initiative in ecem er in order for the hosts aren Chu, Colin Felton, Dana elson, hris ohler) to share their love of trivia with others in the form of podcastin . earn somethin new each wee . ood o , rain can e downloaded on iTunes, SoundCloud or at ood o rain.com.
Smart Phone Apps to Keep You Sharp Wizard
his amin app was created y neuroscientists at niversity of am rid e to improve episodic memory such as where you placed your wallet or par ed your car).
Lumosity
his co nitive science app trains your rain in the form of fun ames. ou can customi e your app e perience to fit your s ill levels.
BrainHQ
his app was desi ned to improve the user s hearin in crowded places and improve focus. t offers attention, memory rain speed and intellectual exercises.
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and over. ou will also need to save a document that will e mailed to you that shows proof of prescription dru covera e. ou must have credi le dru covera e when you re . hen you do then o on edicare, the overnment will want to see proof that you had it prior to your edicare dru covera e, or else you et a lifelon financial penalty. ecidin to enroll in edicare while still wor in comes with some deli eration. actors to consider are many. ow much do you ma e hat you pay for edicare art and art is ased on your ad usted ross income and there are now different levels of ad ustments that et added onto the ase premium for art and art . oo le AA ncome elated onthly Ad ustment Amount). ow ood are your health enefits at wor edicare, when coupled with a
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AGING WELL
for the Young at Heart
OTHER SENIOR LIVING FACILITIES IN OUR COMMUNITY AND NEARBY
Dana Point The Fountains at Sea Bluffs 25411 Sea Bluffs Drive 949.354.0033
Capistrano Beach Care Center el ey 949.496.5786
San Clemente The Presidio
105 Avenida Presidio 844.870.8103
Moving a Loved One CLOSE TO HOME
Aegis of Dana Point
By Zach Cavanagh
t s a i enou h decision to move a loved one from their home, ut findin the ri ht place to relocate is ust as important. here may not e room at home, so where to o ne t outh ran e ounty has numerous senior living facilities to help residents in each one of our towns. Whatever the location or the amenities you re loo in for, they can e found in one of our towns or, at the very least, ri ht ne t door.
Aegis of Dana Point
Crestavilla
Reata Glen
Aegis’ Dana Point location offers spectacular ocean views from its location on top of the bluffs of Capistrano Beach. Aegis Living has locations up and down the est oast and defines itself as an employeecentric company. Ae is elieves that happy employees means happy residents. Aegis of Dana Point offers assisted living, memory care and short-term care for residents. Aegis has its 24/7 staff on deck to help with all the little things, as well as personal needs and care plans. he community offers three chef-prepared meals per day, as well as a wide variety of scheduled activities from mornin until evenin every day of the wee . ach day offers a fun theme as well. he community also offers a eauty salon, ar er and massa e services. he memory care at Ae is offers a secured livin area within the community. Ae is provides uplifting activities to reduce stress and lower an ieties for those in need of memory care, along with personalized services for those residents. Aegis of Dana Point offers two floor plans: a studio and a one- edroom. Aegis of Dana Point is located at 26922 amino de strella in ana oint. or more information, call 949.340.8558.
A rand-new senior livin facility has opened near y restavilla in a una i uel. Crestavilla offers independent living, assisted livin and memory care for its community. ndependent livin ta es care of the day-today maintenance with all-day dinin options, housekeeping and scheduled Tesla car service. restavilla provides fitness classes, uest spea ers, entertainment performances, art workshops and civic engagement opportunities. Assisted living offers all that independent living does, in addition to offering assistance for necessities such as bathing, medication, getting out of bed or chairs and providing escorts to meals and events. Crestavilla offers a slew of features in the community. here is a rooftop area with a lounge, sunroom, patio, garden, greenhouse and art studio with a pottery iln. restavilla also provides a heated pool, therapeutic hot tu , salon, spa, aquarium, three wellness centers, two fitness centers, movie theater, li rary, kids’ zone and a dog park. Crestavilla offers three floor plans: studio, one- edroom and two- edroom. restavilla is located at i uel oad in a una i uel. or more information, call 949.281.7970.
San Juan Capistrano’s Reata Glen is one of the latest senior communities to open in South Oran e ounty, with a -acre campus in ancho Mission Viejo. eata len offers all that you now of senior livin and more. he community has a state-ofthe-art fitness center and spa, as well as a pool, sauna and Jacuzzi. Reata Glen provides all sorts of outdoor activities with a tennis court, short- ame olf course, occe all field, wal in and cyclin trails, a do par and more. Reata Glen has a lot going on inside the campus, too, with fitness classes, travel roups, a guest lecture series, theatrical productions, dance lessons, art classes and book clubs. he community also provides restaurantstyle dinin featurin fresh and healthy dishes. ach residence also includes a modern itchen for residents who like to cook for themselves. Reata Glen has its own health center that provides residents access to assisted living, memory care and a nursin center. here are nearly floor plans availa le at eata len with one-, two- and three- edroom apartments, as well as two- and three- edroom villas. Reata Glen is located at 28805 Ortega i hway in an uan apistrano. or more information, call 949.545.2200.
San Clemente Villas asily located at the north end of an lemente, an lemente illas rin s quality livin and personali ed care to outh ran e ounty seniors. The Villas centers its offerings around social interaction and activities that encourage residents to be active, engage with new friends and learn new s ills. he community provides three meals per day, ocean views, live music, dancin , transportation shuttle and a full calendar. he illas also offers a appy our on soft drin s and lu ury dinin options. he illas also has an Al heimer s in with speciali ed care options. he win is private and secure, has its own dinin room and provides a wide-open outdoor recreation area. here are three floor plans for the livin quarters a studio, one- edroom and two- edroom. he plans e in at , per month. an lemente illas can e found at amino e os ares in an lemente. or more information, call . . .
San Juan Capistrano Adagio San Juan
31822 San Juan Creek Road 949.899.8388
Atria San Juan
32353 San Juan Creek Road 949.625.4889
Brookdale San Juan Capistrano 31741 Rancho Viejo Road 844.630.8835
Casa de Amma
alle Arroyo 949.496.9001
Del Obispo Terrace Senior Living 32200 Del Obispo Street 949.257.2928
Silverado San Juan Capistrano Memory Care Community 30311 Camino Capistrano 949.240.0550
Other Nearby Communities The Covington 3 Pursuit Aliso Viejo 949.389.8500
Seasons & Autumn Years 27783 Center Drive Mission Viejo 866.567.1335
Sunrise Senior Living ountry lu Mission Viejo 949.582.2010
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IN-HOME CARE RESOURCES CareAssist Services
31726 Rancho Viejo Road, #102 San Juan Capistrano 949.276.8413
Healthy at Home Caregivers
24672 San Juan Avenue, Suite 206, Dana Point 949.340.2617
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PUBLIC NOTICES PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE INVITING ELECTRONIC BIDS On-Call Sewer Rehabilitation (CIPP) and Storm Drain Inspection City Project No. 28206 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 12:00 p.m. on Friday May 31, 2019. 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 On-Call Sewer Rehabilitation (CIPP) and Storm Drain Inspection (Project No. 28206) 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 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 provi-
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sions 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:
May 16th, 2019 May 23rd, 2019 ___________________________ D.T. REBENSDORF UTILITIES DIRECTOR
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ON JUNE 5, 2019 PUBLIC HEARINGS WILL BE HELD BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA RELATIVE TO THE FOLLOWING: 1814 North El Camino Real - Amendment to Conditional Use Permit 19-055, Minor Cultural Heritage Permit 19-054, Minor Conditional Use Permit 19-136 - Historic Aquarium Café (OC Fresca) A request to rehabilitate the North Beach property most recently known as “Ichibiri’s Restaurant” with minor exterior alterations, to allow for altered hours of operation with full alcohol service, and to allow indoor and outdoor acoustic entertainment within the MU1-A-CB-CZ zone at 1814 N. El Camino Real. Staff recommends the project be found categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15331 (Historical Resource Restoration/Rehabilitation), 15311 (Class 11: Accessory Structures), and 15301 (Class 1: Existing Facilities) because the request is to rehabilitate a historic property.
mends that the project be alternatively and independently found categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Sections 15307 (Class 7): Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of Natural Resources and 15308 (Class 8): Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of the Environment. These applications are on file at the City of San Clemente Community Development Department, 910 Calle Negocio, and are available for public inspection and comment by contacting the Community Development Department at (949) 361-6183. If you challenge these projects in court you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearings described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of San Clemente at, or prior to, the public hearings. To allow staff adequate time to confirm software compatibility, individuals wishing to utilize electronic visual aids to supplement their oral presentations at the meeting must submit the electronic files to the City Planner by no later than 12:00 noon on the day of the meeting. Only compatible electronic formats will be permitted to be used on City audio/visual computer equipment. Staff makes no guarantee that such material will be compatible, but will use its best efforts to accommodate the request. Notice is further given that said public hearings on these projects will be conducted by the City of San Clemente Planning Commission and held on Wednesday, June 5, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. at Council Chambers located at 100 Avenida Presidio, San Clemente, California. All interested persons are invited to attend said hearings or to provide written communication to the Planning Commission to express their opinion for or against the requests. For further details, please call or visit the office of the City of San Clemente Planning Commission Secretary at the Community Development Department where information is on file and available for public inspection. Secretary to the San Clemente Planning Commission PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE INVITING ELECTRONIC BIDS
207 South El Camino Real – Conditional use Permit 18-652, Special Activities Permit 19-154 – The Local Full Range of Alcohol and Special Events
MARINE SAFETY BUILDING REPAIRS, ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS & BULKHEAD REPAIRS City Project No. 16530
A request to consider the on-site sale and consumption of a full range of alcohol and a Special Activities Permit for 15 special events for the remainder of 2019 at a restaurant located in the Downtown T-Zone.
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 Tuesday, July 9, 2019. 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.
Staff recommends the project be found categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Class 1: Existing Facilities) because the request is for an ancillary use for an existing restaurant and involves a negligible temporary expansion of an approved use. Zoning Amendment (ZA) 18-497 – Regulation of Leaf Blowers A City-initiated zoning amendment for regulation of leaf blowers. The proposed code amendment will incorporate limitations on the use of leaf blowers in the City of San Clemente Municipal Code Title 8: Chapter 8.48, Noise Control and Chapter 8.64.190, Leaf Blower Operation. Staff recommends the project be found exempt from CEQA because the adoption of the proposed ordinance is not a project within the meaning of the term set forth in State CEQA Guidelines, section 15378(a) and 15061(b). Staff further recom-
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. Prior to the bid due date and time, all bidders shall submit the original Bid Security to: Amir K. Ilkhanipour, PE City of San Clemente 910 Calle Negocio San Clemente, CA 92673 The work to be done consists of furnishing all ma-
terials, equipment, tools, labor and incidentals as required by the plans, specifications and contract documents for the MARINE SAFETY BUILDING REPAIRS, ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS & BULKHEAD REPAIRS CITY Project No. 16530, in the City of San Clemente, California. This project generally involves work in 2 areas: Accessibility Improvements and Structural Repairs to the Marine Safety Building, and Bulkhead Repairs to the sheet pile wall in front of the Marine Safety Building. The Accessibility Improvements to the Marine Safety Building include new accessible parking striping, concrete entrance ramp, wood deck repairs, concrete deck repairs, wood catwalk removal, and new doors. The Repairs to the Marine Safety Building include removing existing siding and veneer, installing new exterior siding, removing and reinstalling window shutters, new tower ladder, concrete beam and pile repairs, and roof repairs. The Bulkhead Repairs include installing a new steel sheet pile wall, concrete cap, and armor mat slope protection. 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 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. Bidder’s Team shall have successfully completed a minimum of 2 steel sheet pile construction projects with a minimum valuation of $200,000.00 in the past 5 years, and 2 structural concrete repair projects with a mini
PUBLIC NOTICES mum valuation of $50,000.00 in the past 5 years. 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: May 23, 2019 and: May 30, 2019 _______________________________ Tom Bonigut Public Works Director / City Engineer A NON-MANDATORY pre-bid meeting will be held to discuss the work to be done and the Contractor’s responsibilities. The City’s representatives will be available to address questions. The meeting will be initially held at 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA 92673, on Thursday, June 20, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE INVITING ELECTRONIC BIDS Street Rehab. for Ave. Navarro (Ave. Pico to Calle De Los Molinos), Calle De Los Molinos (Ave. Pico to Ave. Navarro) Calle De Industrias (Calle De Los Molinos to Ave. Pico) Project No’s. 16352 and 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 June 6, 2019. 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. 16352 AND 16353 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 com-
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pletion 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 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. Dated: To be published: and:
May 17th, 2019 May 23rd, 2019 May 30th, 2019 ___________________________
lations 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. Prior to the bid due date and time, all bidders shall submit the original Bid Security to: Amir K. Ilkhanipour, PE City of San Clemente 910 Calle Negocio 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 the VIA MONTEGO – VIA CASCADITA STORM DRAIN IMPROVEMENTS, Project No. 13017, 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
Tom Bonigut Public Works Director 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 be held at City Hall located at 910 Calle Negocio, Suite 100, San Clemente, CA 92673, on Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. ALL BIDDERS MUST R.S.V.P. THE PRE-BID MEETING IN THE PLANETBIDS PORTAL IN ORDER TO BE DEEMED A RESPONSIVE BIDDER. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE INVITING ELECTRONIC BIDS VIA MONTEGO – VIA CASCADITA STORM DRAIN IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT NO. 13017 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 Monday, June 10, 2019. 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 tabu-
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 unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. Furthermore, all bidders and contractors are hereby notified that no contractor or subcontractor 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 three projects of similar scope for public agencies valued at a minimum of $500,000 each. 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:
May 23, 2019 May 30, 2019 ___________________________ David T. Rebensdorf Utilities Director
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 be held at 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA 92673 on Wednesday, May 29, 2019, at 10:00 a.m, to be followed with a site visit.
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GUEST OPINION: On Life and Love after 50 by Tom Blake
Where are the single men?
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n 1961, Connie Francis had a popular song called “Where the Boys Are,” which was on the song track for a movie of the same name. In the song, she sang, “Where the boys are, my true love will be. He’s walkin’ down some street in town and I know he’s lookin’ there for me…” Thirty-three years later, in 1994, my first column was published, inspired by an unexpected divorce. By then, those boys Ms. Francis sang about were men, and women column readers started asking, “Where are the men?” And there were times back then, when—as a new single guy—I wondered, “Where are the single women?” As readers have aged along with me during the ensuing quarter-century, “Where are the men?” remains the most frequently asked question I hear. If anything, I hear it more often now, and there’s a reason for that. The ratio of single women to single men keeps getting larger, so finding a mate becomes more difficult for women. For years, I’ve believed and written that the ratio was approximately 2-to-1. Last week, when I read that the Census Bureau recently published some new statistics on the 65-and-older population, I decided to see if I could get an accurate, updated ratio of single women to single men. The study was conducted in 2016 with a sample size of 3.5 million households across the United States and Puerto Rico. Every county in the nation was included. The numbers listed were estimates based on sample size. I analyzed the 25-page report to see if it provided information that would be of
interest or helpful to older singles. The study revealed that in 2016, there were 49.2 million people in the U.S. aged 65 and older. Women outnumbered men, 27.4 million to 21.8 million. The survey broke down the information into three age groups: 65 to 74; 75 to 84; and 85 and older. The survey revealed that widows outnumbered widowers by 3-to-1, although in the 85-andolder category, the ratio was 2-to-1. It’s difficult for ON LIFE AND LOVE AFTER 50 widows to find widowers By Tom Blake to date. The number of non-married women and men in each age category, along with the ratio of those women to men: 65 to 74 • 6.8 million women, 3.8 million men = ratio 1.8 to 1. 75 to 84 • 4.9 million women, 1.8 million men = ratio 2.7 to 1.
Those ratios don’t seem as bad as I had anticipated. However, when you consider that many of those men included are in a relationship, or don’t want to be in a relationship, or never married, or aren’t “relationship material,” as some women point out, the realistic ratios are much larger. So, how many eligible guys are left? It’s slim pickings! And the older people get, the slimmer the pickings become. By age 85, 72 percent of the women were widowed. So when women say, “What’s wrong with me? I can’t meet a nice man.” The answer: “There is nothing wrong with you; numbers don’t lie. There just aren’t that many older men available. But there still are many, many couples who meet and become committed after age 65, so all hope isn’t lost.”
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Keep in mind that these stats and numbers were estimates from the 2016 survey, but, as the saying goes, they are close enough for government work—and probably close enough for the age 65-and-older group as well. Too bad, 58 years after Connie Francis sang “Where the Boys Are,” we can’t get her to sing a new song: “Where the Men Are.” She is 80 years old; her song would be an inspiration to many of our readers. Tom Blake is a Dana Point resident and
a former Dana Point businessman who has authored several books on middle-aged dating. See his websites findingloveafter50. com; vicsta.com and travelafter55.com. To receive Tom’s weekly online newsletter, sign up at findingloveafter50.com. Email: 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
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FROM THE ARCHIVES Citizen-sailor crew of N.H. learn sea lore on U.S.S. Weeden, circa 1956.
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85-and-up • 3.5 million women, 1.0 million men = ratio 3.5 to 1.
ne-year-old Eugene is quite the character. Full of energy and a goofy personality, Eugene is loads of fun to play with. He is very loving and would be a good match for someone with an active lifestyle who can keep up with all of his silliness. If you would like to know more about Eugene, please call the San Clemente/Dana Point Animal Shelter at 949.492.1617 or visit with him at 221 Avenida Fabricante in San Clemente. SC
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Chiller: Can We All Just Relax a Little Bit? Wes Chiller’s new EP, ‘Chiller Instinct,’ produced by The Shys former front man, Kyle Krone, will feature surf-indie rock to help you forget about your problems BY CARI HACHMANN, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES
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ew music is underway from two local musicians who have joined talents to kick-start their upcoming debut EP, “Chiller Instinct.” Ukulele player, singer and multiinstrumentalist Wes Chiller, along with producer and best friend Kyle Krone (The Shys, Wargirl, LA The Band), have already released the album’s first single, “Mo Nothin.” The collaborative duo has initiated a Kickstarter campaign to fund production and merchandise costs of their new project, with plans to roll out a second single (“Burnin Up”) next month. Check out their Kickstarter online. Chiller, whose real last name is Miller, was only 17 when Krone, 25 at the time, recruited the San Clemente High School student to play ukulele and mandolin with his band, The Shys. Little did Chiller know, he was in for the ride of his life, playing on tour in his first sold-out shows. The two have remained good friends ever since, and they continue to surf and make music together. Chiller said this month he’s off to his best stride yet and is hyper-focused on writing music that has purpose: easy tunes that might motivate a kid to pick up a guitar and learn his songs. Chiller’s new EP will feature up to five songs that he describes as surfmeets-indie-rock, with influential undertones of low-fi, bedroom and slacker rock. “It’s just music about my life . . . and I tend to lead a pretty interesting one of those,” Chiller said. The UCLA grad, who studied ethno-musicology, was living in Los Angeles before he moved back to his home beach town, embracing its slower pace in order to focus on his music. Chiller also got a new job as a paramedic and firefighter for a small fire department in LA County, a position that he said requires a totally different frame of mind but lends its own kind of inspiration San Clemente Times May 23-29, 2019
From Left, local musician and producer Kyle Krone, and Wes Chiller, singer and multi-instrumentalist, work together in the studio. The two are collaborating on a new EP, “Chiller Instinct.” Photo: Sam Freeman
to his music. Krone’s band, The Shys, finished its last tour in 2009. Since then, the guitarist and songwriter has continued writing in the music business, for other artists and himself. He put out his second solo album, “Sea Level,” in February.
is world-class, “andWesfrom a really young age. I think he is widely considered one of the finest ukulele players, if not in the world, then on the West Coast, —Kyle Krone
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Being produced by, and writing songs with top music industry names pushed Krone to start producing local talent. Krone has worked with Mark Batson (Dr. Dre, Alicia Keys, Nas, Jay Z, Sting), Dave Cobb (Sturgill Simpson, Chris Stapleton) and Matt Wignall (Cold War Kids, Mando Diao, Wargirl). He wanted to help Chiller take his music to the next level. “(Wes) sent me some music, and I really liked some of it. Then he came over to my
studio in Dana Point,” Krone said. “He sang and played the ukelele, and I wrote a chorus for the song and played guitar. That was a few months ago.” Chiller and another local singer-songwriter, Jolene Dixon, are the first musicians Krone will produce. Krone, 35, spoke highly of his friend’s talent. “Wes is world-class, and from a really young age. I think he is widely considered one of the finest ukulele players, if not in the world, then on the West Coast,” he said. “He has good taste, and he’s really cool. He’s a fine guitar player. Then he’s really humble, as well.” Raised in Capistrano Beach, Chiller was 5 years old when he started strumming on his uncle’s ukulele as the two coasted south on a drive to Mexico. “He taught me a chord, and I just played the rest of the trip,” Chiller said. Now 27, his musical range has broadened to include the bass, guitar, mandolin, piano, some drums, harmonica, and he sings. His favorite artists are Mac DeMarco, singer-songwriters Kurt Vile and Australia’s Courtney Barnett. “I’ve also been getting into The Cult and ’80s power rock,” said Chiller. Krone describes Chiller’s songs as catchy music that’s going to put a smile on people’s faces. “The way I see him, he’s like part-aloha surfer, part-L.A. indie rocker, and partclassic American man,” Krone said. When he’s not firefighting or making
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music, Chiller said he’s on a trip to new places, trying new foods, seeing new sites or surfing new spots. “I have a million different hobbies that I can’t keep up with,” he said. He is also a big proponent of craftsmanship and do-it-yourself etiquette; hence, his drive to retain creative control over his new EP. He writes many of his songs at a makeshift studio at his house, a shed that he’s named Blue Belly Studios. “We cranked out probably my best song ever, released from that shed,” said Chiller. His latest song, “Mo Nothin,” is about inundation, and the barrage of information that is whirling around us in the world. To all of that, Chiller says, bring it on. But his music is also motivated to help people relax and forget their troubles for a little bit, or, as he put it, “stop and smell the freaking roses.” The response from Chiller’s first single has been strong, Krone said. “People are really digging it. I think the scene can really use someone like him right now,” he said. “I really believe Wes has what it takes. He has a lot of energy behind him. He definitely has got the skill, and he has that rock-star charm.” The duo co-wrote a new single called “Burnin Up,” which they describe as “so fun and impossibly catchy” and is planned for release sometime in June. Wes Chiller will play a show with other local musicians on June 13 at the Locker Room in Garden Grove. To learn more, visit weschiller.com and kylekrone.info. SC sanclementetimes.com
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Mycle Brandy Remembered as Champion Stroke Survivors’ Advocate BY FRED SWEGLES, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES
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merica’s community of stroke survivors has lost a champion with the passing of San Clemente resident Mycle Brandy at age 68. A four-time stroke survivor, Brandy refused to let disabilities get him down. He crisscrossed America three times on foot, visiting stroke patients in hospitals along the way, assuring them that there can be life after stroke if they just get active again. Brandy was preparing in recent months for a fourth cross-country trek. He told his wife, Louise, that he wasn’t feeling well on Friday, May 17, then died peacefully at home of natural causes, she said. “He was honored to walk for others and help inspire survivors everywhere to keeping going!” she posted on his Facebook page, “Walking Across America with Mycle Brandy,” which counted 3,939 followers. In 2010, Brandy set out on his 59th birthday to walk from the West Coast across America to Washington, D.C. Along his route, in newspaper and TV interviews, he spread messages of hope. To sedentary stroke victims, his mantra was, “Walk to your mailbox today … walk
GUEST OPINION: Life’s a Beach by Shelley Murphy
Vacation Countdown: Oh, the Places You’ll Go
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onths ago, I began crossing off days on my calendar, and today marks the last day of my countdown. Tomorrow welcomes the arrival of two long-awaited milestones: my younger son graduates from college, and my family reunites for a tropical vacation. My son labored four years to earn his bachelor’s degree, and I empathize. My vacation planning commenced one year ago. In that time, our trip’s itinerary underwent several transformations that caused me to also burn the midnight oil. Coordinating a vacation with young adults living in different zip codes is an arduous challenge; and, I think, I should San Clemente Times May 23-29, 2019
past your mailbox tomorrow.” It took him eight months to complete his 2,940-mile walk to the nation’s capital, where he climbed the steps of the Lincoln Memorial together with inspired stroke victims who had joined him for his finale. His second walk took him 1,450 miles up the West Coast, from San Diego to Seattle. On his third trek, he began on a bridge linking Canada with Maine and walked down the Eastern Seaboard 2,100 miles to Miami. During each walk, Brandy realized he was risking his life, walking alongside roads—some without shoulders—knowing that at any time he could suffer a split-second neurological failure on his right side, a byproduct of stroke. If his cane wasn’t planted, he would collapse. It happened several times. Once, in Virginia, a car came within inches of him as he lay on the ground. “I turned my head toward the road, and the wheel was probably less than a foot from my face,” he said in a 2013 interview. On all three walks, stroke patients and other fans would follow his progress on Facebook. He occasionally was joined by a stroke survivor who might walk a mile with him. Others, less capable, would wait for his arrival to shake his hand and thank
him for making a difference. After Maine-to-Miami, his efforts to complete a fourth walk from Portland, OR, to various locations on the East Coast did not pan out. Twice, volunteer drivers of a support vehicle faced emergencies and had to quit, partway into the walk. Then, in the fall of 2018, Brandy found himself trying to walk through smoke from Wyoming wildfires. Lung damage forced him to quit. He returned home, unsure if the lung damage was permanent. Over time, he recovered and said he found a volunteer driver for a planned 2019 endeavor. “I hope you are as excited as me about my new walk ‘Sea 2 Shining Sea,’ ” he posted May 2 on Facebook. “I’ll be visiting hospitals and stroke survivors across America, but this time I’ll also be honoring our heroes from the Wildland Firefighters Foundation!!” “It’s in my bones,” he said in a Nov. 2018 interview. “I have to walk.” As word of his passing spread, hundreds of nationwide condolences appeared on Facebook. “He was an inspiration to us on our new journey of stroke,” wrote one follower. “He was a great advocate for many and had a pure heart of giving,” wrote another.
be on stage tomorrow accepting an accolade, too. Regardless, my perseverance and patience paid off and, after celebrating my younger son’s graduation, our family flies to our favorite island. My suitcase is ready to go, I’ve stuffed it with sandals, sarongs and sunscreen. In my carry-on, I’ve packed precious cargo, including my timeworn and trusty travel Scrabble game. Throughout the years, our family has played numerous board games, and Scrabble is the one that stuck. The origin of our family’s Scrabble tradition dates back to my boys’ elementary school LIFE’S A BEACH By Shelley Murphy days. At the time, we took family vacations when my sons’ school calendars allowed, and it was during one of our summertime trips that I thought to introduce my sons to Scrabble. Early one sunny morning, my husband headed to the golf course, leaving me without a Scrabble partner for the day. So, I decided to coerce my kids into playing my favorite board game with me. To carry out my plan, I modified the game rules and bribed them with syrupy, shaved ices.
I remember justifying my ploy by thinking that because school wasn’t in session, it was my duty to keep my boys’ brains functioning. And what better way than by playing a game teaching word recognition, vocabulary development and spelling skills? Bending the rules, I allowed all abbreviations and encouraged their creative spelling. To add points to their scores, my kids could use a dictionary to help spell challenging words. (Yes, I also travel with a Scrabble dictionary.) I realize my dire depiction may portray the game, and vacation, as a type of torment, but my boys, and our tradition, survived the years unscathed. In fact, the four of us look forward to our travel Scrabble tournaments. Anyhow, today the joke’s on me; to keep up with my college graduates, I’m continually struggling to improve my strategy and build my lexicon. I thought teaching my sons to play Scrabble might benefit them later in life, but I didn’t think learning to link lettered tiles would result in treasured memories. Every vacation, I look forward to relaxing on a reclining poolside lounge chair and starting the first Scrabble match. My favorite fun fact about Scrabble is that it takes a long time to play. When we draw our first tiles from the bag, it signals
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Four-time stroke survivor Mycle Brandy, pictured here in Sept. 2018, could often be seen with his cane on San Clemente’s beach trail, training for a planned walk from the West Coast to the East Coast. Photo: Fred Swegles
“My friend, super hero, he taught me to deal with my stroke head on,” wrote another. A memorial is set for 1:30 p.m. Sunday, May 26, at Fairhaven Mortuary, 27856 Center Drive, Mission Viejo. Those who wish may donate to a stroke-related charity of their choice. SC
the beginning of extended and uninterrupted time with my sons. During our long-lasting games played on vacation, my boys share facets of their fast-paced, day-to-day lives and divulge their pending plans for soon-to-be futures. An ocean away from rigid routines, our banter begins, and waves of side-splitting laughter drift through the balmy breeze. In our days spent sitting along sandy shores, and underneath swaying palm trees, I savor the candid conversations we might not otherwise enjoy if we weren’t tethered to the lingering game. But time is fleeting, and it flies fastest on vacation. The time together is never long enough, and parting ways when our trip ends is always bittersweet. On the flight home, I’ll start my silent countdown and tally the time until we’re together again, and hope my boys are game for another family vacation. Shelley Murphy has lived in San Clemente with her husband for the past 21 years, where she raised her two sons. She’s a freelance writer and has been a contributor to the San Clemente Times since 2006. 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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Claim to Fame Led by their passion, Crummer, Nealy inducted to San Clemente Sports Wall of Fame BY ZACH CAVANAGH, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES
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nited States national longboard champion Sheri Crummer and world masters water polo champion Bob Nealy were inducted into the San Clemente Sports Wall of Fame in a ceremony at the San Clemente Aquatics Center at Vista Hermosa Sports Park on Saturday, May 18. Crummer and Nealy, who was inducted posthumously and represented by wife Sara and son Trevor, were chosen as the 23rd and 24th members of the Wall of Fame. Inductees are chosen by the Friends of San Clemente Foundation in coordination with the San Clemente Sports Wall of Fame Committee. This was the seventh annual induction ceremony, which recognizes unique athletic achievements for athletes who were born, went to school or achieved these feats while living in San Clemente. John Dorey, president of the Friends of San Clemente and emcee of the event, tied the two nominees together with a shared trait of passion. “They would not be able to achieve their greatness without it,” Dorey said. “They
Triton Report BY ZACH CAVANAGH, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES
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Catsimanes Takes Second at CIF-SS Masters, Advances to State San Clemente junior Hana Catsimanes moves on to state competition for the second time this school year. Catsimanes ran a personal-record time San Clemente Times May 23-29, 2019
Sheri Crummer (left) and the late Bob Nealy, represented by his wife, Sara, were inducted into the San Clemente Sports Wall of Fame on Saturday, May 18. Photo: Zach Cavanagh
believed in their selected sport and lived it. As they aged, they knew they had to work harder and smarter with sheer will and experience.” Crummer won three consecutive U.S. national longboard championships in the women’s 18-and-over division from 2002-04 at age 52, 53 and 54. As a third-generation San Clementean, Crummer went through stories of her
early days in the city and says she still checks T-Street as a barometer for surf conditions. “My mom said that the beach was the best babysitter she ever had,” Crummer said. “I learned so much through the earth and the ocean.” Crummer said she loves going to the beaches of San Clemente and seeing fathers and mothers, sons and daughters
of 10:28.55 in the girls 3,200 meters to earn second place at the CIF-SS Masters on Saturday, May 18 at El Camino College in Torrance , thus qualifying for the CIF State Championships on Friday and Saturday, May 24 and 25 at Buchanan High School in Clovis. Catsimanes advanced to state during the cross country season, as well. Catsimanes finished seventh in CIF-SS Division 1 on Nov. 17 and came in 16th at the State Championships on Nov. 24 at Woodward Park in Fresno. The second-place finish at Masters is San Clemente’s best Masters finish since Connor Dunne won the boys 800-meter title in 2016. Catsimanes’ personal-record time was the 10th-fastest time in California this season. San Clemente has not had a state champion since 2014, when Rocky Fenton won the boys discus title.
Wolfe Advances to CIF-SS Individual Tennis Championship Tournament San Clemente junior Griffin Wolfe battled through the CIF-SS Individual Tennis Sectionals on Friday, May 17 in Riverside to qualify for the CIF-SS Individual Tennis round of 16 on Wednesday, May 22 at Seal Beach Tennis Center. Results for Wednesday’s round of 16 and quarterfinals were not available at press time. The CIF-SS semifinals and final will be played at Seal Beach Tennis Center on Thursday, May 23. Wolfe swept through the Sectionals at the Andulka Park Tennis Center. Wolfe had a bye in the first round and did not drop a set against Shravan Patel of Hemet (6-0, 6-0) or Steven Paz of Trabuco Hills (6-0, 6-0) to advance out of the Sectionals
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and grandfathers and grandmothers all taking in the surf. “You see all these generations, and that’s about what San Clemente gives,” Crummer said. Sara Nealy accepted on behalf of her late husband, Bob, with their son, Trevor, at her side. Bob Nealy moved to San Clemente in 1971 and lived here until losing a nineyear fight with cancer in 2016. Nealy was inducted in UC Irvine Hall of Fame for water polo and swimming in 2001, won three world masters water polo titles in 1998, 2006 and 2008 and was named USA Water Polo Male Master of the Year in 2011. “Bob loved his San Clemente community,” Sara Nealy said. “He fit in with the laid-back lifestyle and love of the ocean. San Clemente allowed him to follow his dreams.” Sara Nealy said Bob was very much a people person and joined the San Onofre Surf Club nearly the first day they bought their home in San Clemente. Sara also noted that his trips from the water on the way to dinner would often be delayed while he stopped to chat with all the various groups along the way. “His relationship with people was the catalyst to his success,” Sara Nealy said. Bob Nealy’s love of surf also helped him start Surf More Products, Inc. in San Clemente. Nealy began by making a surf leash out of Velcro from an Air Force life preserver from his tenure with Air Force Pararescue. Crummer actually used the leashes herself and thanked Nealy for his contributions to the surf community. SC
grouping. Wolfe had a high enough ranking to avoid the round of 32 and began Wednesday in the round of 16. San Clemente’s two other Sectionals competitors, Cori Angeli and the doubles team of Lance Ding and Blake Ursem, also won two matches, but neither had a first-round bye or won the third match to advance. Angeli won swiftly in the first two rounds over Connor Claborn of Taquitz (61, 6-0) and Jimmy Liu of Walnut (6-2, 6-2), but he fell to the top seed of the grouping, Emin Torlic of Sage Hill, (6-2, 6-0). Ding and Ursem were also strong in the first two rounds, with wins over Samuel Jin-Alan Ruiz of Hillcrest (6-3, 6-1) and Jeff Peters-Ryan Branteley of King (6-2, 6-3), but the Triton duo also fell to the top-seeded team of the grouping, Kant KrittayawethChristian Lensang of Redlands, (6-2, 6-1). SC sanclementetimes.com
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Cosmic Vibrations Incoming Celebrating more than two decades of the Cosmic Creek Surf Festival BY JAKE HOWARD, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES
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t’s a surf contest, but it’s not really a surf contest. It’s more of a good time. For 21 years now, Dana Point’s Eric Diamond has been dragging an eclectic collection of vintage surfboards down to Salt Creek for the annual Cosmic Creek Surf Festival. And for 21 years, everyone from Kelly Slater, to the area’s all-star pros, to local groms have been cruising down and having a groovy time. This year, the Cosmic Creek Surf Festival, sponsored by surfwear brand Vissla, promises to be more of the same—and then some. “Every year, we try to figure out how to make it more fun, more special, and I think this year we’re in for a great time,” Diamond said. “Not only do we have some incredible boards in this year’s quiver, but there’s going to be a lot going on around the beach. It’s a full family shindig.” The action is focused around the classic single-fin and twin-fin designs of the 1970s and ’80s, with competitors having to select a board out of Diamond’s diabolical collection. Some boards are considerably easier to ride and perform better than others, but that’s all part of the fun. Before each heat, competitors meet on the waterline to draw a card, which indicates who picks first and who, unfortunately, picks last. “There’s always a couple boards that
GROM OF THE WEEK
REX HENNINGS BY JAKE HOWARD, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES
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n the up and up, rising like the star that he is, 12-year-old Rex Hennings continues to fire it up. The San Clemente firebrand just took out the Western Surfing Association’s Under-12 West Coast title. “He’s pretty stoked,” said his father, Aaron. Of course, he is. For the effort, Hennings has now qualified for the U.S. Championships at Lower Trestles later this year. It’s a huge step forward and a great opportunity to test himself against the best up-and-coming surfers around the United States. San Clemente Times May 23-29, 2019
people are fired up on, then there are some dogs, too, so drawing the cards kind of equalizes things. You can be the best guy in the water, but if your board’s not working, well, you’re beatable,” Diamond said, laughing. This year’s contest will feature five divisions: Locals, Creators & Innovators, Pros, Women and a Body Surf Expression Session sponsored by bodysurfing fin company DaFin. The Creators & Innovators division is comprised of shapers from San Clemente to Ventura riding boards inspired
by the ’70s and ’80s that they’ve shaped themselves. Meanwhile, the entrants in the Locals, Women and Pros divisions will ride the real deal original boards. Besides the competition in the water, Vissla is bringing a mobile shaping bay for the second straight year, so you can experience first-hand the sweat and toil that these guys go through. Local shapers Tyler Warren and Donald Brink will be in the bay on Saturday, while Gary Larson and Ryan Engle take over on Sunday. New
The 21st installment of the Cosmic Creek Surf Festival lands at Salt Creek on June 1-2. A groovy time is sure to be had by all. Photos: Courtesy Vissla
Henning’s success is a result of hard work, dedication and absolutely loving what he does. Not too long ago, he headed south to Peru to experience the wonder that is Chicama. Considered the longest left-hand wave in the world, it was a golden opportunity to develop his backside attack and really put some polish on his approach. And just last month, Hennings again headed south, this time to Baja, Mexico, where he helped Hayden and Nolan Rodgers with their Clinica De Surf at La Fonda, where they provided surf instruction, water safety tips and gave out some boards and gear to the groms down there. Summer’s almost here, and we can’t wait to see what Hennings does when the water warms up and more south swells start rolling in. SC
York artist Jason Woodside will also be on hand with his mixed medium works, including an old Mercedes Benz that’s he’s painted and dubbed the “Cortex Cruiser.” “We really want to showcase the creative side of surfing and all the artists and craftsmen that make it so interesting,” Diamond said. “This area has such a rich history of surfboard building and art that we gotta pay it forward and keep that tradition going. Having guys come down and shape boards, that’s really a connection to what’s going on in the water, because surfboards were so experimental in the ’70s and ’80s and things were changing so fast. It’s great to bring that experience to the beach.” But the hits don’t stop there. The airwaves get a melodic dose of goodness on Saturday night, when The Babe Rainbow, Holy Wave and The Soul Beacons play at the Salt Creek Bluff Park. During the day on Saturday and Sunday, the lineup of bands includes Seacliff, The Alive and Parlea. In keeping with the spirit of the event, the Cosmic Creek Festival has been designated a plastic-free experience, so bring your favorite reusable water bottle and keep it cool at the hydration stations on the beach. The Shwack, a local eatery, will be on the sand serving hash, while Bear Coast Coffee has your rocket fuel covered. The list of Creators & Innovators and Pros who will be in attendance this year has yet to be finalized, but Diamond and company always seem to come through with some big names and heavy hitters. In 2018, it was Jason Bennet and Kevin Schulz winning the Creators & Innovators division. Schulz also won the Pro division. Other winners from last year included Patrick O’Connor, Ian Gottron, Kolton Sullivan, Nic Holdman, Bob Tassin and the vibrational Frankie D’Andrea. The Cosmic Creek Surf Festival will take place June 1-2 at Salt Creek in Dana Point. For more more information, go to vissla.com. SC
SURF FORECAST Water Visibility and Conditions: 5-10’ Thursday: Continued south swell mixes in with new, building, south-southwest swell and lingering northwest swell for chest to head high surf (4-5 faces) at better exposures while standouts see head high to slightly overhead sets (56 faces). Difficult conditions are expected through the day with persistent moderate south/southeast winds through the day. The evening has the most potential for favorable conditions as winds may ease before dark. Outlook: New south-southwest swell mixes with old south swell leftovers through the weekend for fun-sized surf in the waist to chest high range (3-4’ faces) at better exposures. Standout spots push a bit bigger with sets up to shoulder/head (4-5’ faces) high for Saturday, while Sunday see the bigger sets top out at shoulder high. Conditions look to be more cooperative this weekend, with light early morning winds keeping things clean before picking up out of the south late in the morning and into the afternoon.
Rex Hennings. Photo: Aaron Hennings
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