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SD SLAMS THE BRAKES City Council considers banning motorized scooters from boardwalk SEE STORY ON PAGE 10
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Look out! Bad Axe Throwing is coming to Pacific Beach SEE PAGE 7
‘This is once again over-regulation. It comes down to responsible conduct. You just can’t legislate every single thing. ’ – WALTER MOSS, San Diego resident
Pacific Beach touts success of Clean and Safe program SEE PAGE 6
A group of friends have fun riding motorized scooters on the boardwalk in Mission Beach on Saturday, May 12.
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ILLEGAL MARIJUANA DELIVERY SERVICE BUSTED IN PB On May 8, at approximately 8 a.m., the San Diego Police Department’s Narcotics Unit served a search warrant at an apartment in the 3800 block of Ingraham Street. This service was located in a residential apartment complex and was being used to operate an illegal marijuana delivery service called “Beach Budz.” The search warrant yielded approximately two pounds of high-grade marijuana, concentrated cannabis and edibles, $1,200 in cash, and business documents and records. The owner/operator (Anthony Cruz, 29 years old) was arrested and issued a citation for operating a business without a license and sales of marijuana. SDPD and the City Attorney’s office are continuing to conduct enforcement on all illegal marijuana delivery services, as well as, all other illegal marijuana businesses operating in the City of San Diego. All persons operating these illegal marijuana businesses will be arrested and prosecuted. ACCUSED PACIFIC BEACH STABBER PLEADS NOT GUILTY Bail of $1 million was set for an 18year-old man who is accused of attempted murder of a man who was stabbed six times in the back in Pacific Beach. The 30-year-old victim was taken to a hospital after the incident occurred in a carport of an alley in the 1100 block of Thomas Avenue on March 16. “The case is still under investigation,” said Deputy District Attorney Laura
Evans, noting she could not go into further details now. Anthony Rossie Valenzuela pleaded not guilty when he was arraigned before a San Diego Superior Court judge. He is charged with causing great bodily injury to the victim, which is an enhancement that could add three years to a nine-year prison sentence if Valenzuela is convicted of attempted murder.
COUNTY RELEASES REPORT ON HEPATITIS A OUTBREAK The County of San Diego released an “After Action Report” on May 10 that summarizes the County’s response to an unprecedented hepatitis A outbreak that began in early March 2017. A local public health emergency was declared on Sept. 1, 2017, and stayed in effect until Jan. 23. The purpose of an after-action report is a self-evaluation to document an agency’s response after an emergency. This Hepatitis A Outbreak After Action Report looks at the County’s response to the local health emergency and actions taken during the outbreak to assess what worked well, what could be improved, and a plan for making recommended improvements. Among the 21 recommendations: n Enhancing the use of an incident command structure to coordinate regional actions, including convening a group of County and regional executive leadership from affected areas that meets regularly; n Ensure more county staff not normally assigned to emergency situations are trained so that they may be utilized for
NEWS large-scale, long-lasting or unique public health emergencies; n Work with local healthcare providers to ensure that people who work with homeless individuals and drug users receive the HAV vaccine and that all healthcare providers enter the vaccinations into the immunization registry; n Educate all county jail inmates on hepatitis A risk and encourage them to be vaccinated. The report also highlights several novel approaches taken to combat the outbreak including the use of foot teams. The teams paired up County Health and Human Service Agency public health nurses with homeless outreach workers and public safety officers who were deployed to provide vaccinations and education in homeless encampments, difficult to reach areas near river beds, in canyons and at locations that provide services to homeless people. The complete report is available online.
BLOOD DRIVE IN PB Big O Tires will host a mobile blood drive, in partnership with San Diego Blood Bank, 1 to 6 p.m. Thursday, May 24 at 1106 Garnet Ave. About one in seven people entering a hospital need blood. One pint of blood, which is the amount volunteers give when they donate blood, can save up to three lives. Approximately 38 percent of the U.S. population is eligible to donate blood, but less than 10 percent do annually. Since blood is always needed, volunteers are asked to give blood for patients, such as those going through cancer or trauma.
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Memorial benches unveiled for surf legends at Tourmaline Surfing Park ‘This is a special place, and we’re here to honor a very special person [Gordon] who made a huge difference.’
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Invoking the Aloha spirit, surfers rallied to dedicate a restored viewing area and memorial benches honoring pioneering surf legends Larry Gordon and Skeeter Malcolm last week at Tourmaline Surfing Park. Mayor Kevin Faulconer presented a proclamation proclaiming May 10, 2018 as “Gordon and Smith Day in the City of San Diego.” “This is a special place, and we’re here to honor a very special person [Gordon] who made a huge difference,” said Faulconer, before asking for a moment of shared silence to take in the ocean view. Noting world-renowned Gordon and Smith surf shop is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year, Faulconer said, “This represents the best of our San Diego community.” The mayor’s sentiment was echoed by surf pastor Mike MacIntosh. “Those of us close to Larry knew him as a father, loyal husband and deep friend,” MacIntosh said. “The two greatest assets we have are our friends and our family.” MacIntosh said Gordon “was a man who wanted to see people find heaven. I think in heaven he probably has a bigger bench where he’s sitting right now.” Gordon’s widow, Gayle, described
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the ceremony as “like being in heaven with all of our best friends … my life is kind of tied up here. Larry asked me to marry him on the beach.” Gordon died of complications from Parkinson’s Disease in 2016 at
age 76. He and fellow local surfer Floyd Smith started making surfboards out of Smith’s garage. They were one of the first to bring polyurethane foam boards – easier to ride than balsa wood – to San
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Diego, a trend that helped bring surfing to a wider demographic in the 1960s and ’70s. Malcolm was a local teacher and original beach boy who rode San Diego's waves in the ’30s. He died of
cancer at age 70 in Mission Beach during the 1990s. “Surfing was once outlawed in San Diego,” said District 2 Councilmember Lorie Zapf at the ceremony. “It was the newly formed WindanSea Surf Club (Gordon was a member) that dressed up in suits and successfully asked the City Council to lift the surfing ban on San Diego beaches. Tourmaline Surf Park was created as a result.” Mickey Stonier, a chaplain for San Diego Fire-Rescue Department, implored people to follow Gordon’s example in “keeping the foundation steady – your faith, your family, your friendships … the things that really matter.” Stonier described the two dedicated benches as “not just beautiful, but a memorial of a life well lived.” “His love for his city, family and friends has touched all of our lives,” said MacIntosh of Gordon.
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Pacific Beach community comes together to help out firefighters BY DAVE SCHWAB | BEACH & BAY PRESS
Fire Station 21 in Pacific Beach is a little healthier and wealthier thanks to help from Pacific Beach Town Council. Recently, the town council answered the bell asking them for a health and safety “wish list” for local first responders to be funded by donors to help make their working conditions safer. At a May 1 press conference, which included a tour of the fire station at 750 Grand Ave., Evans Hotels presented firefighters with a $5,000 check. The station tour was given to explain where wish list items would be installed, and how they will help contribute to better health for firefighters. Additionally, Hammond's Ice Cream in Pacific Beach recently pledged 100 percent of sales of one day for Station 21's wish list, raising $2,228. Pacific Beach Town Council fundraises at its annual salute to local emergency workers in the community during the Police and Emergency Services Appreciation Night. Typically held in September, the event recognizes and honors police officers, firefighters, lifeguards and park rangers for their hard work in protecting and serving.
WANT TO HELP? Part of the wish list for Station 21: n Washers and dryers ($24,000); n
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n Work station ($1,800); n Ice maker ($2,500).
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Hammond's Ice Cream in PB recently pledged 100 percent of sales for one day for Station 21's wish list.
“Each year we feature one of the groups – police, lifeguards, firefighters and park rangers – and fulfill their wish list,” said Pacific Beach Town Council spokesperson Denise Friedman, who noted this year’s recipient was SDFD Station 21. “Their wish list has a ‘health and safety’ theme, as cancer has become a major problem for firefighters, 65
percent of whom develop some form of cancer,” Friedman said, adding firefighters’ wish list included a "Big Ass" fan, commercial washers and dryers, an ice maker, and construction of an upgraded work area for equipment repairs. “Our goal is to raise $50,000 to make their work environment cleaner and safer,” said Friedman, noting
funding will be raised via hosting dinners at the fire station, prepared by firefighters, with town council members doing the cleanup. “Up to six guests will be treated to a gourmet dinner, a climb up the ladder or a slide down the fire pole,” she said. “If a call comes in – guests will ride along.” Fire Station 21 was originally
opened at 4202 Mission Blvd. in 1934 at a cost of $5,000. It moved to its current building in October 1979. SDFD Capt. Rich Marcello of Station 21 noted the town council wish list comes at an opportune time given that “we are substantially underfunded,” noting annual budgets have remained mostly constant the past 20 years. “Things get pushed off or delayed,” said Marcello adding, “We appreciate the public help in making these things happen. “We needed a new work station because we have a lot of equipment, like rescue chain saws, that we need to work on,” Marcello noted, adding commercial washers/dryers clean contaminated clothing for crews working around fire, smoke and toxins. READ MORE ONLINE AT sdnews.com
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Pacific Beach leaders tout success of Clean and Safe program ‘It’s been hard to put a price on the outcomes that have been achieved. The bottom line is lives here in PB have changed for the better.’
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Saluting the success of an effort to help the homeless while cleansing streets, Pacific Beach recently received a $25,000 check from District 2 to continue the Clean and Safe program. The year-long pilot program provided traditional cleaning and security to enhance existing City services. It furnished the tools and personnel to benefit the entire community, especially its transient population. The oversize check was presented at a May 3 press conference outside Mavericks Beach Club by District 2 Councilmember Lorie Zapf, who initially funded the program. “It’s been an entire year since we launched Clean and Safe, and we’re here today to share the success of year one,” said Zapf, noting the novel program employed 29 homeless to collect 250 tons of trash while removing 12 tons of litter from PB streets. “Additionally, they placed safety ambassadors 40 hours a week in the business district, providing an added layer of community security during peak times, like bar break,” said Zapf. Noting the public-private partnership “has made a very positive impact in Pacific Beach,” Zapf
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added, “It’s been hard to put a price on the outcomes that have been achieved. The bottom line is lives here in PB have changed for the better.” Sara Berns, executive director of Discover PB, discussed the program’s three-pronged approach. “That includes cleaning, security and homeless outreach, which is
what makes this program different,” Berns said, praising the community’s nonprofit security team, Pacific Beach Street Guardians. “Clean and Safe has helped PB Street Guardians to continue to live out our mission to connect housed and unhoused neighbors here in our community,” said Guardians’ spokesperson Caryn Blanton. “It’s
given our community a way to address a pressing need as we compassionately care for a portion of our unhoused population.” Blanton said community outreach by PB Street Guardians has increased from three to six days a week, adding the program has substantially benefitted homeless participants. “Of the 29 people in the
program, five have gone on to find permanent jobs and housing,” she said. “We didn’t have as many eyes on the streets as we would have liked when we were redeveloping this property,” said Dave Cohen of Mavericks, adding Clean and Safe helped Garnet Avenue shopkeepers “keep the area clean and fill in the gaps” of daily security coverage. Asked whether Clean and Safe has impacted police calls and service, San Diego Police Department community relations officer Larry Hesselgesser replied it was hard to quantify. “A very clean city is a deterrent in itself in keeping crime and homeless in this area down. It’s a win-win for all of us.” PB hotelier Elvin Lai was cited by Zapf for being instrumental in helping to launch the Clean and Safe program.
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Look out! Bad Axe Throwing coming to Pacific Beach this summer BY DAVE SCHWAB | BEACH & BAY PRESS
If your recreational pursuits include axe throwing, you’ll be able to indulge yourself soon in Pacific Beach. Bad Axe Throwing is coming to 1019 Garnet Ave., adjacent to Quicksand Escape Games, in late June or early July. Begun in Canada, Bad Axe is the world’s biggest urban axe throwing club. Its mission is to bring the thrill of a traditional Canadian backyard pastime to urban areas. “We started in 2014 outside Toronto and we ventured into the States in Chicago one year ago,” said Bad Axe spokesperson Melanie St. Amour, noting axe throwing is similar to other objects tossed for fun in bar games. “It’s a lot like darts, only with bigger targets,” St. Amour said, adding the sport is mostly done in small groups with two people throwing simultaneously at the same target within fenced-off, chain-link lanes. “The concept is very similar to darts – hit the bullseye,” she added. St. Amour said walk-ins will be welcome, while adding Bad Axe mostly caters to leagues, private parties and corporate team-building events. It’s a “huge myth” that axe throwing is a male-dominated sport, said St. Amour.
The proper axe-throwing technique typically starts with a two-handed grip, the dominant hand on top with arms straight out at eye-level. Throwers pull both hands back over their heads before releasing.
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top with arms straight out at eyelevel,” she said adding throwers pull both hands back over their heads before releasing. “You don’t want to flick your wrist,” she warned. “If you release it correctly, the axe will do a rotation into the target and land on the bullseye.” St. Amour said Bad Axe’s new space is about 6,000 square feet, “a decent size for us,” while adding
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Rum tasting socials at Catamaran Hotel To celebrate the re-emergence of tiki culture, San Diego’s original Polynesianthemed resort, Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa, is launching a new signature rum tasting experience with local distiller Malahat Spirits Co. Set on the patio overlooking scenic Mission Bay, Rum Social at Oceana Coastal Kitchen will debut Wednesday, June 6 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and showcase the Malahat rum that was created exclusively for the Catamaran during this casual foodand-drink pairing event where mixing and mingling will be encouraged. Each $35 ticket will include two Catamaran rum drinks per person plus small-plate pairings that enhance the rum flavors, such as deviled chicken with pancetta, short rib on toasted brioche, shrimp cocktail with a Malahat-infused dipping sauce, and strawberry tiramisu from the resort’s executive chef Steven Riemer. Attendance for Rum Social will be capped at 40 people to ensure that each event has an intimate, mixer feel that encourages socializing.
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FUN EVENTS THIS MONTH BIKE TO WORK DAY Bike to Work Day is celebrated regionally in San Diego this year on Thursday, May 17. Bike to Work Day is a nationally recognized event that encourages everyone to “Go by Bike” and supports biking as an everyday, environmentally friendly commute choice. A total of 100 Bike to Work Day pit stops are planned across San Diego County, which will be open from 6 to 9 a.m. to anyone who registers at icommutesd.com. If you don’t have a bike, you might want to use a bikeshare. A few bikeshare programs will be running a Bike to Work Day special. Discover Bike, LimeBike, Mobike, and Ofo will all offer free bike rides for up to one hour to the first 100 people. Use the following promo codes: Discover Bike (33844), LimeBike (LIME2WORK), Mobike (sandiegobtw), or Ofo (SDBTWD2018). DERBY DOLLS BOARDWALK SKATE AND BENEFIT The San Diego Derby Dolls are ready to kick off the summer right with a beach skate starting at Belmont Park at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, May 25. The Dolls will skate up the boardwalk to Woodstock’s Pacific Beach, at 1221 Garnet Ave., for a one-night fundraiser. For any in-store sales from 7 to 11
p.m. (dine-in, take-out, and pick-up) that mention the San Diego Derby Dolls, Woodstock’s will give a percentage toward the total funds raised. They will have a special tapping of the Mike Hess and Derby Doll collaboration Solis IPA No. 84 at the bar. The money raised will go toward creating a new training facility for the Dolls and their partner programs. This is a 2.6-mile skate and should take even the novice skaters only 30 minutes to complete. The Derby Dolls have invited all skaters in the San Diego area to put on their skates to celebrate the unofficial start of summer over the first evening of the Memorial Day weekend.
HANDS ACROSS THE SAND Hands Across the Sand, a coalition of organizations, activists and citizens around the world that brings the message of clean oceans to local and world leaders, will hold an event at 3105 Ocean Front Walk, Mission Beach from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 19. For more information, visit handsacrossthesand.org or the local group’s Facebook page, Hands Across the Sand – Mission Bay. Founded in 2010, Hands Across the Sand grew into an international movement after the BP oil disaster in April of that year.
Raising funds at her first Rock ’n’ Roll Marathon
WANT TO HELP? What: Rock 'n' Roll San Diego Marathon. Where: Sunday, June 3.
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Distraught by the death of a beloved relation who died of a rare form of cancer, Caitlin Kummeth felt compelled to do something more about it. The 25-year-old Pacific Beach resident is joining the battle against the disease by participating in her first fundraising run at the 21st annual Rock 'n' Roll San Diego Marathon Sunday, June 3. Until now, Kummeth has only completed half marathons and triathlons. Of her inspiration to do a full marathon, Kummeth said: “I will never forget the smile that cracked from a sunken face, and eyes that glowed through the jaundice, as I walked in the hospital room to share what would be my final words with my uncle Greg. A gentle, kind, thoughtful man, who put other’s happiness before his own.” Noting her uncle was diagnosed with GIST, gastrointestinal stromal tumors, dying from it weeks later
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leaving behind sons Jeffrey, 9, and Andrew, 6, Kummeth vowed: “Together, we can change that. Please consider donating to my first 26.2-mile run at the Rock ‘n’ Roll San Diego Marathon to honor Greg and ‘all’ those who have suffered from the effects of cancer.” Kummeth said all proceeds raised
from her GoFundMe.com page will go directly to renowned Temple Fox Chase Cancer Center in Pennsylvania in Greg’s name to further research and treatment for GIST. "With every donation I receive, I feel a connection with the donor towards a greater purpose,” said Kummeth. “I cannot begin to describe how humbling it is to have the support of family, friends and community. I am in awe every day." Kummeth said her fundraising drive “is all about awareness. Everyone has, or knows of someone, who’s been affected by cancer or lost a loved one to it. Too often we allow our pain to sit with us and keep it all in.” Kummeth said her objective is to “marry my passion for running with the altruism of my personality to give back by donating to cancer research.”
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EDUCATION NOTEBOOK>> FOPBSS n Friends of Pacific Beach Secondary Schools Auction and Fundraiser, will take place 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, May 18 at the Soledad Club. n The next FOPBSS meeting will be 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 23 at the PBMS media center. MISSION BAY HGH n Mission Bay High School AP Environmental Science students representing the Mission Bay Eco Club traveled up the California coast to spend two days volunteering and studying at Moss Landing Marine Laboratories and presenting their project at Monterey Bay Aquarium. Led by IB Marine Science and APES teacher, Steve Walters, students presented their year-long project, which focused on the reduction of plastic straws in restaurants on Garnet Avenue in Pacific Beach, at the Ocean Plastic Pollution Summit at Monterey Bay Aquarium. During the afterhours event, they had the aquarium to themselves and stayed the night sleeping in front of the giant tanks.
Barnard Principal Aida Hernandez accepts the 2018 California Distinguished School Award on behalf of Barnard Mandarin Magnet Elementary School (above, left). Mission Bay AP Environmental Science students representing the Mission Bay Eco Club at Monterey Bay Aquarium (above, middle). San Diego Police Department Officer John Perdue, Kristen Victor from beautifulPB, and Michelle Luellen from San Diego County Bike Coalition were at Pacific Beach Elementary on Monday, May 7, giving away helmets to students in preparation for Wednesday's Bike to School Day.
ment led by music director John O'Donnell. On Tuesday, May 29, at 6:30 p.m., enjoy the sounds of the PBMS Strings Ensemble, and on Thursday, May 31, at 6:30 p.m., listen to the PBMS Band. The concerts are free and open to the public. n On May 9, Mission Bay Cluster schools participated in "Walk and Roll to School Day" where students, teachers, and parents walked, biked, scooted and skated to school. Community sponsors included beautifulPB, Surf Monkey Bicycles, Mr. Frostie, Woodstocks Pizza, Movin’ Shoes, Trader Joe's, and Sprouts. PBMS student coordinators Jayden H., Julian C., and Tristen W. worked with parPACIFIC BEACH MIDDLE ent volunteer Mrs. Higman, and teachers n Music is in the air at PBMS with two Mrs. Gantz, Mr. Wood, and Mr. Bauer to concerts from the PBMS music depart- make the day a success with groups of
walkers, and 67 bikes, three scooters, and 17 skateboards in the bike rack. Congratulations to Sandra Kaster for winning the raffle and a beautiful turquoise cruiser from Surf Monkey Bicycles.
Program recognizes elementary schools within the state that have made exceptional gains in implementing academic content and performance standards adopted by the State Board of Education. While Barnard students in grades kinderBARNARD ELEMENTARY garten through fifth are taught 50-80 pern Barnard Mandarin Magnet Ele- cent of their day in Mandarin, their commentary School earned the 2018 Califor- petency in math and English language nia Distinguished School award, State arts have soared in recent years. Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson announced in April. Only 287 of PACIFIC BEACH ELEMENTARY the nearly 6,000 elementary schools in n On Wednesday, May 30, PBE's California received this honor. Of the 166 Open House and Celebration of Art is elementary and charter schools in San open to PBE families and anyone interDiego Unified School District, 16 tradi- ested in checking out the school. Classtional elementary schools and one char- rooms will be open from 5 to 6 p.m. with ter school were awarded this distinction. student work and projects on display, and The California Distinguished Schools art from every student in the school will be
shown in the auditorium from 5 to 7 p.m. Chip's Beach Eatz will be on site with their food truck. The event is free and open to the public.
KATE SESSIONS ELEMENTARY n Sessions Elementary celebrated teachers and staff with Teacher Appreciation Week. Each day had a color theme and students showered their teachers with flowers, school supplies, treats or handwritten notes. The Friends of Kate Sessions (PTO) provided breakfast for them, a rolling cart visited classrooms with complimentary drinks, snacks and requested school supplies, they enjoyed a catered lunch and the week ended with dessert day. Thank you to 7-11 (2275 Garnet and 1906 Balboa) for their generosity.
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COMMUNITY EAT & DRINK TASTE OF MISSION BEACH Bring your appetites and walking shoes to sample the best eateries in Mission Beach at the fifth annual Taste of Mission Beach 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 17. Starting locations are at Mission Beach Coffee Break, 2888 Mission Blvd., and Saska’s Steak and Seafood, 3768 Mission Blvd. Free shuttles will pick you up or drop you off at every bus stop along the route. You can also take a cruise on the Bahia Belle by catching it at either the Catamaran or the Bahia. PB RESTAURANT WALK Discover Pacific Beach will host the Coast of Pacific Beach Restaurant Walk Tuesday, May 22, from 4 to 9 p.m., featuring coastal cuisine choices from participating restaurants west of Dawes Street to the coastline. This self-guided event will be vegetarian friendly, and eateries that offer a vegetarian option will have special notice on the map. Tickets are $25 online now and $30 on the day of the event. For more information, see pacificbeach.org or call 858-273-3303.
A family rides Bird scooters on the boardwalk in Mission Beach on Saturday, May 12.
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City moves to ban motorized scooters from boardwalk BY DAVE SCHWAB | BEACH & BAY PRESS
On May 11, Councilmember Lorie Zapf announced she will ask the City Council to endorse an emergency ordinance prohibiting motorized scooters on sidewalks and the boardwalk from Crystal Pier in Pacific Beach to the jetty in South Mission Beach. “In the past few months, my office has been inundated by reports from upset residents regarding motorized scooters on the boardwalk,” said Zapf, flanked by interim Lifeguard chief Lt. James Gartland and SDPD Northern Division Capt. Tina Williams, in front of Mission Beach Lifeguard Station. “They say the scooters are going way too fast, causing accidents and making the boardwalk right-of-way dangerous,” Zapf said. Characterizing pedestrians as “obstacles” motorized riders “weave around,” and the boardwalk itself as a “human slalom course,” Zapf read a couple of representative emails calling for action to curb motorized vehicles. “Please get these motorized scooters off the boardwalk, they’re creating a serious public safety issue for everyone,” said one email. “Scooters are riding on the boardwalk with no regard for those walking, biking or riding skateboards,” said another email.
What do locals and tourists think about the ban plan? “People want to come down them where I live in North Bay. here, have fun and ride a bike or People were getting hit and they something. It is a good alternative were causing accidents.” to bike riding. I think it’s neat.” – Kyle McCue, North Bay – Chris Amaral, Salinas “They really help me when I run “[The unsafe ones are] these errands. I think that [the city] is knucklehead tourists who come taking away all of our fun. They out here and don't know how to should probably put speed limits act in San Diego. I get my freedom or something like that.” – Jorge Pascal, SD riding up and down the coast just listening to my jams.” “I have just ridden from one end – Brandon Ashcraft, SD of the board walk to the other. I “I think that it is smart to ban have not seen any misconduct them. They have already banned what-so-ever. I don’t think that
Interim lifeguard chief, Lt. James Gartland, thanked Zapf for “getting out in front of this,” adding, “Our rescue count goes up five times in June and climbs as well with the crowds through July and August. We have to focus our energy on the water and the beach. The boardwalk will be much safer if you take the motorized scooters off.” Gartland said there has been a distinct “uptick” in accidents, fortunately none serious so far, in the past couple months since motorized scooters appeared on the boardwalk.
“We’ve issued 27 citations for running a motorized scooter on a sidewalk, 182 citations for motorized riders without helmets, and issued seven citations for someone riding with a passenger on their scooter,” Capt.Williams said, adding public service announcements will be forthcoming to educate the public on where motorized scooters can and cannot ride legally. “Speed is the main problem,” said Mission Beach Town Council president Gary Wonacott. “We have the summer coming. We know there are going to be a lot more people on
with this type of vehicle that anything is inherently unsafe.” – Walter Moss, SD “I do not dig it. It needs a regulation, it just has to happen. There is no required helmet, there is no training, you can rent them while intoxicated.” – Robbie Sorensen, SD “If people were respectful and knew how to ride them it would be fine. I can see how it could lead to trouble.” – Jessica Godoy, Salinas
the boardwalk. We thank Zapf for this initiative.” “This is a public safety issue,” reiterated Zapf. “We need to take action. My job is to protect the citizens and reduce the liability to the City.” Zapf said she will ask the full City Council May 22 to approve a motorized scooter ban on the boardwalk, as well as asking counsel to clarify what’s legal and what’s not regarding where, and how, motorized scooters can be operated. Zapf said electric carts for the disabled would not be covered in the proposed boardwalk motorized ban.
POKE FEST AT BALI HAI I Love Poke Festival is back Tuesday, May 22 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Bali Hai Shelter Island at 2230 Shelter Island Drive. This year’s all-ages tasting event will feature 30 of San Diego’s top chefs and restaurants, along with special guests from Hawaii including Ahi Assassins Fish Co., Aloha Shoyu and Hawaiian Pie Co. Guests can enjoy poke tastings from Pokeland Competitors like Island Life Foods, Hollywood Casino, The Lanai and more and delight in other islandinspired food and desserts. Event attendees may also enjoy dancing and live music. Tickets cost $75 and include taste testing. Visit onoyum.ticketspice.com/ilpsd18 for information and tickets. BEERFEST AT MARINER’S POINT The Old Mission Beach Athletic Club is kicking-off the summer with an Overthe-Line Tournament and Beerfest on Saturday, May 19 at Mariner’s Point in Mission Beach. Held from noon to 4 p.m., attendees can sip beer from local breweries and fare from food trucks. Breweries participating include BNS Brewing, Bay City Brewing, OB Brewery, Alesmith, Coronado Brewing, Thorn Brewing, Mason Aleworks, Ballast Point, Helix Brewing, Fall, SR76, Duck Foot, Groundswell, Benchmark, 3 Punk Ales, Second Chance, Resident, Mike Hess, Iron Fist, Bitter Brothers and Dos Desperados. Cutwater Spirits will also be selling craft cocktails. The OTL Tournament will field 120 teams in a double-elimination format. The first rounds will take place from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on May 19 with winning teams returning from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, May 20. Tournament divisions include: Men's Pro, Men's Open, Men's Masters and Women's Open. The entry fee is $120 per team.
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The Surfaris ride classic surf music to Tio Leo’s BY BART MENDOZA | BEACH & BAY PRESS
Anyone who enjoys surf or instrumental music won’t want to miss a performance from The Surfaris on May 17 at Tio Leo’s. Best known for their iconic 1963 hits, “Surfer Joe” and “Wipe Out,” The Surfaris music has been covered by everyone from ’80s hip hop stars, The Fat Boys, to modern-era indie rockers, Los Straightjackets. The band today still features original guitarist Bob Berryhill, alongside members of his family, performing classics of the era with the same passion as five decades ago. There are very few original rockers left, don’t pass up this special appearance by one of the musicians who helped set the template for today’s rock ‘n’ roll scene. The Surfaris: Thursday, May 17 at Tio Leo’s, 5302 Napa St. 8 to 10 p.m. 21 and up. tioleos.com.
Mission Bay High School’s Music Program will hold its annual Jazz on the Green concert on Thursday May 17. The outdoor event, under the guidance of the school’s music director, JP Balmat, will be held on campus, beginning at 5:30 p.m., with performances from all the school’s ensembles. Jazz on the Green: Thursday, May 17 at Mission Bay High
School, 2475 Grand Ave. 5:30 to 10 p.m. All ages. missionbaymusic.com.
Indie rock quartet Avenue Army perform at the 710 Beach Club on May 18. As heard on their radiofriendly tunes such as “Never Age,” the quartet excels at angular modern powerpop with a touch of hard rock bombast, in the tradition of such bands as Jimmy Eat World and Weezer. Originally formed in St. Paul, Minn., circa 2009, the band relocated to the West Coast in 2016, quickly becoming a mainstay of the local club scene. The band will be spotlighting tracks from a new EP, due later this year, “The American Criminals.” Avenue Army: Friday, May 18, at the 710 Beach Club, 710 Garnet Ave. 9 p.m. 21 and up. 710bc.com.
On May 18, Dizzy’s will be the site of a special 20th anniversary concert from The Orquesta Bi-Nacional Mambo, directed by trumpeter Bill Caballero. This is a true big band, featuring more than 20 musicians onstage, ensuring that this concert will be an explosion of sound and rhythm. Anyone who enjoys Latin sounds, heavy percussion and dazzling horn interplay won’t want to miss a second of this dynamic show.
The only downside to these irresistible rhythms is that Dizzy’s is not a dance venue. The Orquesta Bi-Nacional Mambo: Friday, May 18, at Dizzy’s at Arias Hall, 1717 Morena Blvd. 8 p.m. dizzysjazz.com.
Brick by Brick continues to be the place to go in San Diego for cuttingedge metal. Such is the case with Faroese metal band Tyr, who appears at the venue on May 21. Formed in 1998, the group sings in English, mostly about Viking mythology, but their ultra-melodic sound has universal appeal. Tyr is touring in advance of a new album later this year, but rock fans who want to investigate their sound further will find plenty of great tracks on their 11 albums to date. Tyr: Monday, May 21, at Brick by Brick, 1130 Buenos Ave. 7 p.m. 21 and up. brickbybrick.com.
Classic rockers Exit 6 stop in at Humphrey’s Backstage Live on May 23 for two sets of evergreen covers. The band has a few choice originals such as “No Time To Play,” but the bulk of the set is made up of a wide range of blues-based tunes. Exit 6: Wednesday, May 23, at Humphrey’s Backstage Live, 2241 Shelter Island Drive. 7 p.m. $12. humphreysbackstagelive.com.
Best known for their iconic 1963 hits, ‘Surfer Joe’ and ‘Wipe Out,’ The Surfaris will play at Tio Leo’s on Thursday, May 17.
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volumes,” Martino said. The final volume 2 of the history (1941-present) will be released in 2019. The book retails for $19.95. The history project was chaired by former Councilmember Byron Wear who served as a San Diego Lifeguard Lieutenant in the ’70s. Former Lifeguard Capt. Nick Lerma (ret.) began the history project that is currently coordinated by Sgt. Rick Strobel. “This effort was made possible by hundreds of generous donors who provided more than $40,000 in project seed funds. In addition, more than $55,000 was raised by the committee and community to construct the Ocean Beach Life-
guard Bronze Statue and monument created by artist Richard Arnold in 2013, which has become a landmark in the Ocean Beach community,” said Wear. Although City of San Diego hired lifeguards in 1914, they lacked adequate staff and equipment to prevent the tragedy. The disaster prompted the City Council to expand lifeguard staffing and equipment. The City of San Diego Lifeguard Service has grown to more than 100 full time and 200 seasonal lifeguards who rescue nearly 6,000 people annually with a budget of $20 million. The San Diego City Lifeguard Service, a division of the Fire Rescue Department, is known throughout the world as a leading marine safety agency. In addition to beach lifeguarding, the agency is involved in effecting cliff rescues, swift water rescues, boat rescues and marine firefighting. “I am proud to represent some of the best-trained, most-prepared first responders to protect our coastline. I am confident we’ll continue to keep San Diegans and visitors safe. This book captures the importance of ocean lifeguard history,” said James Gartland, interim San Diego City Lifeguard chief.
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Mission Bay spring sports winding down BY DAVE THOMAS | BEACH & BAY PRESS
With the school year winding down, a number of sports teams at Mission Bay are at or nearing the end of their respective seasons.
Track and field In track and field action under head coach Danny Perez, the boys finished the season undefeated to take the league title with a 7-0 record. This means back-to-back perfect league championships for the Bucs, winners of 18 duals in a row. The girls had a solid season as well, finishing 5-2. This was the sec-
Softball The Bucs headed into the week under head coach Vince Ichihara with a record of 19-5, one of the best records in school history for softball. Mission Bay finished as league champs with a 10-1 record. The Bucs entered the playoffs this week as the No. 6 seed. “We have had a really good regular season to follow up on last year’s championship game run and look to see if we can keep the playoff magic going this season,” Ichihara remarked.
ond year they were in third place with the same record. In action last Friday, the Bucs had a number of individual champions at the City League Championships. These included Nick Archer (triple jump of 42 feet 11 inches and high jump 5 feet 8 inches, was a three-way tie); Brooklynn Grooms (pole vault of 8 feet 7 inches, a new MBHS record); Jesus Hernandez (110mH in 19.26a). All move on to Saturday's CIF Prelims at Mt. Carmel High. Alec Plotegher placed second in the long jump at 20 feet 11 inches and third in the triple jump with a leap of 42 feet; Blake Edmunds took
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for their final two games with a mark of 8-16. According to Pugh, key players to date have included Zay Pena, Aiden Young and Parker St. Germain. “All have been pitching and hitting well,” Pugh commented. “It is disappointing we have lost so many close games. A lot of that has been because of inexperience.” Pugh noted that help is on the way, stating the young freshmen class is doing well this season.
second in the 400m at 53.89a; and TK Berhe was second in the 1600m at 4:44.46a. “I am very proud of how this team, despite being a small size, came together and really pushed. We go onto CIF hoping for more success,” Perez stated. Perez wanted to thank his seniors in the Class of 2018. According to Perez, Hernandez is headed to UC Davis, Edmunds to the Boys volleyball University of Miami (Ohio), Janiese The Bucs finished at 6-8 and narWaites is off to Claremont Mudd rowly missed out on the playoffs. Scripps, Crystal Ollison to San Fran- Baseball “We came into the season knowcisco State University and Yazmine The Bucs, under head coach Den- ing this would be a rebuilding year Jiminez to San Diego State. nis Pugh, headed into play this week and the boys really played well throughout the season,” said head coach Nikki Caufield. “The boys lost four matches this Introdu season in five games for a total of 13 offer th ctory points. Had we been able to pull out rough Concreteblocks are those five-set losses, we would have 16" long x 8" tall x 6" wide and been one of the top seeds in our divithe footing is 18" wide x 8" sion,” Caufield said. deep. New “Seamless” finished. Overall, the team posted the highThese prices assumes perfectly even terrain; est win percentage in over a decade. uneven terrain will increase the price. Price does not include any finishing; paint or stucco. Taxes Junior Zander Caufield led the and permit fees if need it are not included. team in passing, digs, was second in hitting percentage and led all DiviPetroWalls a gravity type retaining sion III players in aces. Junior Josh wall, is constructed using precast Leone led all Division III players in special concrete blocks, is very versatile hitting percentage and led the team and provides superior wall quality, enhancing wall aesthetics, with or in blocks. Senior Stephen Tarbell led without landscape. Walls over 4 feet are the team in total kills. General Contractor designed by structural engineer. Block weights approx. License: 854320 73 pounds, 1.5 blocks per square ft. Price is for a
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858.342.5298 kcanigs@san.rr.com | www.kimcaniglia.com 2015-2016-2017-2018 Five Star Agent
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THURSDAY · MAY 17, 2018
BEACH & BAY PRESS
CA BRE Broker's # 01312924 Karen Dodge • CA BRE Broker's # 01312925 Mike Dodge
LET US SELL YOUR HOME FOR TOP DOLLAR Pacific Beach Townhouse
North Pacific Beach House
Located in the Heart of PB and close to the beaches
Sweeping Views OF Ocean, Bay & Evening Lights
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OW CR ES 1169 Hornblend St. • San Diego • Offered at $795,000
1280 Archer St. • San Diego • Offered at $1,100,000
First time on Market since it was built in 2003. 1538sf Townhouse with open concept Living Room (with FP), Dining Room (with bar area), kitchen with granite counters, W/D, & balcony. 2nd bedroom with walk-in closet & “Jack and Jill” bath. 1st floor En-suite bedroom with small walk-in closet & garage with Direct Access! Top floor Master retreat with large bathroom, walk-in closet & balcony. Several skylights. City light views. Close to the Ocean, Bay, entertainment & transportation. Low monthly HOA fees & SOLAR keeps your bills down!!!
Spacious North PB Home! Just paint & move in! Sweeping white water Ocean, Bay, & Downtown VIEWS! Semi open floor plan w/ Vaulted Wood Ceilings & floors upstairs in large LR w/ wood burning FP, DR, kitchen, 3 bedrooms & 1.5 baths. Large FR w/fireplace (or 4th bedroom), full bath, & bonus room on lower level. Flat back & side yards. Walking distance to Beach, shops and restaurants. 2 car garage with workshop! Great value for this view Lot!
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Sun 12-3pm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1321 Cary Way . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5BR/4BA . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1,895,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Michelle Dykstra • 858-344-7653 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4925 Emelene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4BR/3BA . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1,795,000 & $1,895,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Helen Spear • 619-813-8503 Sun 11-2pm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .942-948 Beryl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6BR/10BA-duplex . . . . . . .$1,849,000 & $3,698,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Helen Spear • 619-813-8503
LA JOLLA Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5737 Waverly Avenue . . . . . . . . . . .3BR/2.5BA . . . . . . . . . . . .$1,750,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Barbara Leinenweber • Sun 11am-3pm . . . . . . . . . . . .8433 Prestwick Drive . . . . . . . . . . .5BR+1/3BR . . . . . . . . . . .$3,295,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Susanna Corrigan • Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6604 Muirlands Drive . . . . . . . . . . .5BR/6.5BA . . . . . . . . . . . .$6,875,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Steve Cairncross • Sat & Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . . .1142 La Jolla Rancho Road . . . . . . .4BR/6BA . . . . . . . . . . . . .$3,795,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Josh Geller • Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5828 Cactus Way . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3BR/2BA . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1,599,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Robin Gitman • Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2403 Corona Court . . . . . . . . . . . . .5BR/5.5BA . . . . . . . . . . . .$2,500,000 & 3,200,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .David Schroedl •
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CLAIREMONT Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4631 Chateau Court . . . . . . . . . . . .3BD/2BA . . . . . . . . . . . . . $635,000-$649,999 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Krislyn Popek • 619-797-7497
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Sunday 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4277 Cosoy Way . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5BR/4BA . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1,695,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Elizabeth Courtier • 619-813-6686
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Sat & Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . . . 1943 Frankfort St . . . . . . . . . . . . .2BR/1BA . . . . . . . . . . . . .$799,000-$849,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bobby Graham • 619-379-9668
10 fun things for spring breakers to experience while visiting Pacific and Mission beaches SEE PAGE 10
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La Jolla native, Danica McKellar: actress, author, mathematician SEE PAGE 6
Sat 1-4 pm & Sun 11-2pm . . .345 Greenwood Pl . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3BR/3BA . . . . . . . . . . . . .$749,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ryan Pearson • 858-740-8495
POINT LOMA Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2905 Nichols Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$9,995,000-$11,500,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Susanna Corrigan • 858-229-8120 Sun 11-2pm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4691 Del Mar Ave . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3BR/2BA . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1,050,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Natalie Harris • 858-926-9343
BIRD ROCK CRAFTSMAN
Beautiful 2015-built Craftsman in heart of Bird Rock w/ 5 beds (1 entry level), 5 full baths & office. Great room features expansive island kitchen open to elegant dining area & living room w/ 12’ ceilings & glass doors leading to charming deck & yard. Master enjoys water views, & roof deck offers ocean & mountain panorama. Finished basement w/ bath is great extra space, & home has 2 car garage + gated driveway w/ alley access. Walk to stores & restaurants. Popular schools nearby including Bird Rock Elementary.
Offered at $3,295,000
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A unique Bayfront investment opportunity in the heart of Mission Beach! Includes 2,519 sq.ft., divided into 3 income units that include Bay Views and one of the largest patios on the Bayfront. Rents increased by over 20% in the last year and potential rental upside if converted to a vacation rental. 3525 Bayside Lane, Mission Beach, CA 92109 | $2,795,000
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The Perfect Ocean Front Beach House!
South Mission Beach, Oceanfront Condo with stunning, panoramic Ocean views. Enjoy this spacious two-story, 2 Bedroom/2.5 Bath corner unit with a private patio, perfect for entertaining and watching the sunset! This unit boasts Ocean views from both bedrooms and living room. 2691 Ocean Front Walk, Mission Beach, CA 92109 | $1,249,000
Greg Flaherty Broker Associate CalBRE #01073434
www.CoastalPro.com | 858-692-0185
This home was custom built with a beach-lodgefeeling throughout and since has been well taken care of. 20 ft high open beam ceiling in the living room with huge windows. Multiple sun decks, library/office room, laundry room, spacious garage, and comes full furnished.
Kara Watkins Norgart CA BRE #01389633
619-708-8276 kara@karawatkins.com www.KaraWatkins.com