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THURSDAY, APRIL 22, 2010
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Planners hoping third runoff will be the charm Khalil, Page to face off for PCPB seat tonight BY ANTHONY GENTILE | THE BEACON
Lifeguard trainees dive into action Top, instructor Quentin Norman — after concluding demonstrations and having been egged on by recruits — does a perfectly-executed back flip off the pier to the cheers of the recruits already in the water, lower left. Bottom right, San Diego Regional Lifeguard Academy recruits take the plunge off the end of the Ocean Beach Pier on April 18 as part of a demonstration of a pier-jump rescue. PHOTOS BY DON BALCH I THE BEACON
A second runoff election failed to fill the final available seat on the Peninsula Community Planning Board (PCPB). None of the three candidates in the April 8 election received the simple majority vote necessary for election, forcing yet a third runoff election tonight, April 22. Balloting will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Hervey/Point Loma Branch Library, 3701 Voltaire St. Since the second runoff vote, challenger Norman Allenby bowed out of the running. SEE PCPB, Page 7
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Robbery triggers pursuit, suicide near sports arena BY HILLARY SCHULER-JONES | THE BEACON What began as an armed robbery in Pacific Beach on April 8 evolved into a police chase that ended with one male suspect committing suicide and a female suspect being taken into custody. Investigators said the incident unfolded when Brian Marino, 24, of Westminster, Colo., entered the Radio Shack store on Garnet Avenue at 12:25 p.m. and began to gather up items. When a store employee confronted him, Marino reportedly pulled a gun and fled with the items in a red Mazda bearing Colorado license plates. A citizen quickly pointed out the fleeing suspect to San Diego SEE ROBBERY, Page 8
E A R T H D AY 2 0 1 0
People’s co-op celebrates planet on daily basis purchases are impacting the planet,” said assistant store manager Evanthia Basilico. While the Peninsula looks through a At OB People’s, 4765 Voltaire St., susgreen lens today in celebration of Earth as the Ocean Beach People’s Organic Foods tainability starts on the shelves. The local Day, some local businesses keep the planet Market. co-op is completely vegetarian, preserving in mind every day. And when it comes to “Things are definitely trending and people SEE OB GREEN, Page 10 food, few are as environmentally conscious are becoming more conscious of how their BY ANTHONY GENTILE | THE BEACON
More Earth Day coverage on pages 10 and 16
Officers cordon off the area around a getaway vehicle near Phil’s BBQ on Sports Arena Boulevard, where a male gunman shot himself to death after an armed robbery in Pacific Beach. A female suspect was taken into PAUL HANSEN | THE BEACON custody.The couple hailed from Colorado.
Talking trash
Alive with history
Making a mad dash
The annual Creek to Bay Cleanup is poised to reach a milestone Saturday of 1 million pounds of waste collected. 2
Local volunteers will restore and rededicate a monument noting the history behind the La Playa Trail. 4
The PLHS girls’ track team is creating a buzz around campus with some blazing speed and promising athletic prowess. 12
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THURSDAY · APRIL 22, 2010 THE PENINSULA BEACON
Creek to Bay sweep to target coastal and inland pollution BY ANTHONY GENTILE | THE BEACON
Volunteers scour the area around the Ocean Beach Pier during a recent Creek to Bay Cleanup campaign.
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While most beach cleanup efforts focus solely on the coast, the popular Creek to Bay Cleanup doesn’t stop there. I Love A Clean San Diego’s eighth annual cleanup is set to take place Saturday, April 24 from 9 a.m. to noon at dozens of locations around San Diego. “Most of us live in the beach communities because we enjoy the lifestyles and enjoy our beaches,” said Morgan JusticeBlack, outreach director for I Love A Clean San Diego (ILACSD). “While cleaning up what is there on our beaches is important, it’s also important to realize that the debris is originating at some of these inland locations and that’s where the real source of the problem is.” Nearly 5,000 volunteers will be scattered across 68 cleanup sites in the county, picking up assorted trash and debris from creeks, canyons and beaches. The Creek to Bay Cleanup will cover an estimated 150 miles of land. “It is three hours of your time that can make a big difference in the health of our community,” Justice-Black said. “Just three hours and you can really notice the difference from when you arrive to when you leave that day.” This year, the Creek to Bay Cleanup will reach an impressive and somewhat disturbing milestone. Since 2001, a total of 992,075 pounds of debris has been collected — which means the mark of 1 million pounds of trash will likely be eclipsed on Saturday. “The most common items that we find are things like cigarette butts, plastic bottles and caps and food wrappers,” Justice-Black said. “So imagine just how many cigarette butts and food wrappers we’re picking up to hit a million pounds.”
“So imagine just how many cigarette butts and food wrappers we’re picking up to hit a million pounds.” Morgan Justice-Black Outreach director, ILACSD There are two local cleanup sites in Ocean Beach — Dog Beach and Veterans’ Plaza at the Ocean Beach Pier. Justice-Black said the Dog Beach site is one of the most popular in the county. “We have a ton of people that call looking for dog-friendly sites,” JusticeBlack said. “Ocean Beach is really the most dog-friendly.” If a local cleanup site is full, Justice-Black encourages those who want to participate to go online and look east to inland sites as close as Clairemont. According to last year’s statistics, volunteers at inland sites picked up an average of 80 pounds per person — nearly 20 times the amount picked up by the average coastal volunteer. “We encourage people to go to the source of the problem so that they’re making an impact on keeping their lifestyle going there,” Justice-Black said. In addition to sites on land, the Creek to Bay Cleanup has added a twist this year: an underwater dive site at the Embarcadero and an on-the-water cleanup site on the San Diego Bay. “Once debris gets into our ocean, it just kind of floats there unless the tide breaks it up,” Justice-Black said. “Some local environmental stewards decided to take matters into their own hands and will be taking out their boats to lend a hand.” To volunteer or for more information about the cleanup drive, visit www.creektobay.org. I Love A Clean San Diego is online at www.ilacsd.org.
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THURSDAY · APRIL 22, 2010 THE PENINSULA BEACON
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‘Sleepless SD’ event to raise awareness of homelessness BY ANTHONY GENTILE | THE BEACON
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Fishermen young and old packed the San Diego Sportfishing Landing at Shelter Island on April 8 for the 31st annual Day at the Docks event, which signals the beginning of the spring saltwater fishing season. The event included plenty fishing, exhibits, vendors, games and family time. PHOTOS BY JIM GRANT I THE BEACON
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Although the Rescue Task Force numbers might suggest otherwise, San Diego Rescue Mission president and CEO Herb Johnson thinks homelessness is on the rise around the city. Johnson believes the local homeless situation is turning a new corner. “I think there is a swelling of people who just aren’t really in the counts that are kind of bouncing from one temporary situation to another,” Johnson said. “People are starting to understand that the homeless population is not just one-dimensional. It’s very multi-dimensional in terms of a lot of different needs and a lot of different characteristics.” San Diego Rescue Mission (SDRM) will shine a spotlight on local homeless with its fourth annual Sleepless San Diego event on Saturday, April 24 at Liberty Station. About 1,000 people are expected to participate, said organizers. The main objective of the event is to raise awareness about homelessness in San Diego. The Rescue Task Force and SDRM are independent, nonprofit relief agencies in San Diego. “Many people who don’t live or work in the downtown area may not have an opportunity to see the girth of the homelessness problem,” Johnson said. “There’s a major concentration downtown, as there is in Pacific Beach and Ocean Beach and a lot of near-city communities.” The main element of Sleepless San Diego is the sleepout, held from 3 p.m. Saturday to 7 a.m. Sunday. Johnson said the sleepout, which takes place at 2772 Historic Decatur Road, is more of a demonstration than about mimicking those on the streets. “It just gives you a brief touch of staying out of your home for one night to make a stand for people who have no voice in this city,” Johnson said. Sleepless San Diego also includes a free expo from 3 to 9 p.m. on Saturday that includes games, demonstrations, resources, food and entertainment. More than 20 area service providers will be at the expo.
Sleepless San Diego, designed to raise awareness of the city’s homeless plight, will be highlighted Saturday by a sleepout at 2772 Historic Decatur Road at COURTESY PHOTO Liberty Station.
“They will have booths, they will have their materials and an opportunity to show their wares,” Johnson said. “It’s a chance for people to look at some of the other organizations who provide service and opportunity for us to unify homeless providers around San Diego County.” Residents who can’t spend the night — but who want to get involved in the campaign — can help by visiting www.sleeplesssandiego.org to sponsor a sleeper or donate to the event. Proceeds from the event support SDRM’s programs that help the homeless, including 12-month recovery programs, a shelter for women and children, medical care and support, a psychotherapy center and a food recovery program. “No matter how much government money we pour into these homeless programs, the way this community is going to resolve the issues of homelessness is to roll their sleeves up and get involved, to put a shoulder against it and try and support these imperatives to get people off the streets,” Johnson said. “Homeless people are ‘us,’ not ‘them.’” For more information, visit www.sdrescue.org.
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NEWS Group to dedicate, restore monument to mark vivid history of La Playa Trail 4
THURSDAY · APRIL 22, 2010
THE PENINSULA BEACON
BY KAREN SCANLON & CHARLES BEST SPECIAL TO THE BEACON
If you live, work or shop along Rosecrans Street, you traverse the oldest commercial trail in the Western United States. On Thursday, April 29, members of the La Playa Trail Association will dedicate a new stone monument to commemorate the community of Roseville, which was situated on this well-worn, historic path. The monument will be placed at Union Bank near the corner of Rosecrans Street and Avenida de Portugual. Public ceremonies will begin at 10:15 a.m., with the dedication set to take place at 10:30 a.m. Klonie Kunzel, co-chair of the La Playa Trail Association (LPTA), has worked closely with Point Loma architect Richard J. Lareau in the design of the new monument. It is a near replica of an original marker dedicated in 1934 at Rosecrans and Bryon streets. That one was destroyed when Rosecrans was widened in the 1950s. Today’s monument is primarily funded by a generous grant from the Ellen Browning Scripps Foundation. Assistance — both financial and inkind — has also been provided by Point Loma Foundation, District 2 City Councilman Kevin Faulconer, Point Loma Association and others who will be recognized during the event. John Rickards of National City Foundry cast the brass “face” of the stone marker that was built by general contractor Ed Brasseur of Brasseur Construction. History tells us that, in 1932, soon after the founding of San Diego His-
torical Society and construction of the Serra Museum on Presidio Hill, historians John and Winifred Davidson and architect Richard Requa began a drive to define and mark the La Playa Trail. They identified it as running from the landing spot of Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo and the Spanish Fort Guijarros on Ballast Point to the old Mission San Diego. Six concrete markers decorated with a bas-relief of an Indian vaquero and a Mexican carreta (or ox cart) were placed at significant points along the trail. The first monument was raised in the settlement of Roseville. It was followed in succession by identical markers at Lytton and Rosecrans streets across from then-Naval Training Center and a monument to Jedediah Smith, located at the base of Presidio Hill. Two others honored Cabrillo (adjacent to the naval fuel depot at Fort Rosecrans) and at Mission San Diego. The last monument stands near the intersection of Midway Drive and Rosecrans Street. Early in 2005, Point Loma residents Joe Mannino, Charles Best, Klonie Kunzel, Pat Baker and Mary Ellen Cortellini formed the La Playa Trail Association to carry on the work of the earlier trailblazers. Civic-minded members refurbished and rededicated the Midway marker in July of that year. Studies have identified some 75 registered national, state and city historic landmarks along the route of La Playa Trail and more than 400 sites of historic interest — notably, Dutch Flats, Ryan Field (where Charles Lindbergh
began his 1927 flight to Paris), the sites of Portuguese and Chinese fishing colonies, what became Fort Rosecrans dating from the 1870s, and of the America’s Cup victory by San Diego Yacht Club. Patti Adams, an LPTA past chairman and Realtor, said, “My impetus to become involved in this organization was getting that Midway marker looking better. But we’ve got a lot of our greatest generation of folks who are contributing — Deutilde Varley (who, sadly, recently passed away), Edwina Goddard with a terrific memory of 1930s-’40s-’50s Point Loma, and Virginia Correia of the Portuguese populace whose ‘roots’ reach deep into our community’s soil.” At the upcoming Roseville marker dedication, third- and fourth-grade students from Cabrillo Elementary School will re-enact a presence — as students did in 1934 — among guests and dignitaries at this historic event. A time capsule will be placed in the concrete base, which will hold statements of our community today. So, while you’re sipping at a local coffee house, be reminded of those who precede you — Kumeyaay Indians, Spanish priests and soldiers, fur trappers, Boston-China traders, Portuguese whalers and fishermen, Indian vaqueros, American cowboys, railway men, the U.S. Cavalry, Mexican rancheros, English explorers, Chinese fishermen and a myriad of adventurers — who have left record here. Mark the date: Thursday, April 29. See you on the trail! For more information, visit www.laplayatrail.org.
La Playa Trail Association members will raise a new monument on April 29 to mark the historic site of Roseville in Point Loma. Association members pictured are: (seated) co-chairs Edward Streicher and Klonie Kunzel, and Edwina Goddard. Standing (from left), Karen Scanlon, Carl Shipek, Charles Best, Virginia Correia, Patti Adams, Joanne Hickey and Bernice Hollerbach. Not present is member Murray Lee.
Sen. Leroy Wright officiates the 1934 dedication of the original Roseville monument that was located at Rosecrans and Byron streets. The marker was destroyed when Rosecrans was widened some 60 years ago. A new monument is being raised to re-mark the site of Roseville on the La Playa Trail, which runs from Ballast Point along Rosecrans Street to the Presidio COURTESY PHOTO BY SAN DIEGO HISTORICAL SOCIETY and Mission San Diego.
San Diego Trust Bank Emerges as a Star By: Raymond Simas Despite all the turmoil surrounding our markets and the local economy, San Diego Trust Bank recorded one of its most successful years to date. The Bank finished 2009 with record total assets of more than $150 million, reported its 21st consecutive quarter of profitability, and posted a 20% increase in net earnings compared to the prior year – quite the accomplishment, considering the state of today’s banking industry and the lingering strains on our economy. Most importantly, we achieved such results without jeopardizing our depositors’ funds or impairing our shareholders’ capital. The bank’s capital ratios remain amongst the highest in the nation, and our return on assets (ROA) was the highest of any community bank in San Diego County this past year. This level of performance is reflected in San Diego Trust being the only publicly traded community bank in the entire County to have received a BauerFinancial 5-Star designation for the past 15 consecutive quarters. The credit for these extraordinary results goes out to our entire team, including our dedicated staff, Board of Directors, and our terrific clients and loyal shareholders. Raymond Simas is SVP/Manager of San Diego Trust. The bank plans to open a Point Loma office later this year. Mr. Simas can be reached at 619-230-6666 ADVERTORIAL
City Council eyes 6 a.m. trash pickup BY NEAL PUTNAM | THE BEACON Garbage collection in residential areas may start at 6 a.m. if the full City Council follows the recommendation for the early start by a council committee that heard testimony it would save the city up to $4.4 million. The savings would come with sanitation employees working 10 hours a day for four days a week instead of eight hours for five days a week. The current start of garbage collection is 7 a.m., but the Natural Resources and Culture Committee voted 4-0 on April 14 to endorse the idea and forwarded it to the City Council. The change would fall within the Noise Abatement and Control section of the Municipal Code and would require City Council approval. The motion to forward it to City Council was made by Councilwoman Marti Emerald with Councilmembers Donna Frye, Sherri Lightner and Carl DeMaio voting for it along with Emerald. Joan Raymond, who represents the city's sanitation workers, said most of the workers are in favor of the change, saying it would be more efficient. She noted this would only involve curbside collection with the city's green and blue containers used for pick up by mechanical means. It would not involve dumpsters and would not be imposed on private haulers of dumpsters that are used by owners of condos or apartment buildings. The savings would include about $2.4 million in the general fund, according to a City Council report.
OPINION
THURSDAY · APRIL 22, 2010 THE PENINSULA BEACON
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Council Corner Kevin Faulconer
Airport needs to be a good neighbor We all know that living around San Diego International Airport is a mixed blessing. Lindbergh Field is close, convenient and generally well operated. But it can be noisy and it brings traffic to nearby neighborhoods. Now with “The Green Build” — Lindbergh Field’s largest expansion — under way, these impacts are sure to increase. I joined many of you in protesting the fivestory, 5,000-space airport parking structure planned for North Harbor Drive. Traffic studies showed this would bring more traffic and downgrade some surrounding intersections to an “F”-rated level of service. Thanks to your vigilance, the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority did not include this ill-conceived parking structure in its expansion plans. Taxiway C — a construction project separate from The Green Build — has been bothering many beach and bay residents. Since August, residents and businesses from Mission Beach to Sunset Cliffs have been hearing more flights over head. The airport and FAA have been sending additional flights over Midway/Mission Beach and south Point Loma because of Taxiway C construction. The Airport Authority notified the affected homeowners and has publicly said the flights will stop when construction ends in May. Still, I have heard complaints from many residents about the increased noise. I am urging the Airport Authority and FAA to keep their commitment to return to the standard departure path once the taxiway improvements are complete. It wouldn’t be fair to permanently disrupt neighborhoods that have not historically been under the most heavily used departure paths. I will insist the Airport Authority keep its pledge to the community. Finally, the Airport Authority is expected to update the Lindbergh Field land-use compatibility plan soon. This update will set zoning and density parameters around the airport. Similar updates for Brown Field and Montgomery Field put unrealistic restrictions on private property under the flight paths. The Lindbergh Field plan update is our chance to get it right. I want to see a fact-based process that respects our community plans and does not tie the hands of residential and business property owners. There will be significant activity at Lindbergh Field this year. I can assure you that I will be there working for our neighborhoods and fighting to protect our quality of life.
— Editor’s note: Following the April 4 7.2-magnitufe earthquake that struck Baja California and with aftershocks continuing to rattle Southern California, the city of San Diego FireRescue Department issued some quake-ready guidelines as a public service. According to the Southern California Earthquake Center, there is a 60 percent chance of a 6.7 or greater earthquake occurring in Southern California. Yet an American Red Cross survey conducted in 2004 shows only one in four households in the Western United States is prepared to face such an emergency.
• About 35 earthquakes are reported every day. That’s 12,000 to 14,000 earthquakes per year. • Forty-five states and U.S. territories are at high to moderate risk for earthquakes.
• Sturdy tables and desks • Strongly supported doorways • Small rooms and hallways • Establish an out-of-area contact who can coordinate family members’ locations and information in case you become separated. • Make sure everyone in the home knows phone numbers and addresses. • Prepare a family disaster supplies kit and keep one in your home and one in your car: – Flashlight – Batteries – Radio – Water
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• Extra clothes • Take a first aid class from your local Red Cross chapter. Keep your training current.
Eliminate hazards in your home
What to do after an earthquake • Stay indoors until authorities say the event has ended. • Check your home for damages and report any problems to the appropriate authorities. • Look for and extinguish small fires and eliminate fire hazards. • Turn off the gas if you smell gas or think it’s leaking (remember, only a professional should turn it back on). • If your home is unsafe, get everyone outside.
• Remove any unsecured items hanging over beds. Don’t hang a mirror over your bed.
• Monitor radio news reports for updates about emergency information.
• Install strong latches on cupboards.
• Check yourself and others for injuries.
• Strap the water heater to wall studs.
• Protect yourself from further danger by putting on long pants, a long-sleeved shirt, sturdy shoes and work gloves.
• If you are indoors, use the Drop, Cover and Hold technique: Drop to the ground under a table or desk for protection. Cover your head and neck with your arm to protect from flying debris. Hold on to a leg of the table or desk so it won’t slide away from you.
• Identify safe spots at home and work:
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• Bolt bookcases, china cabinets and other tall furniture to wall studs.
Some facts about earthquakes
— Kevin L. Faulconer is San Diego City Council president pro tem and represents District 2, which includes Point Loma, Ocean Beach, Mission Beach, Pacific Beach and other neighboring communities.
• Three-day supply of non-perishable food
• Avoid taking cover by windows or heavy furniture that can tip over. • Don’t take cover in doorways with metal frames. • If you are outside, stay away from buildings, trees, streetlights and power lines. • Crouch down and cover your head. • If you are in a vehicle, park away from these same objects and be especially sure not to be on or under a bridge. Stay in the vehicle with your seatbelt fastened until the earthquake is over.
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• Only use the phone to report life-threatening emergencies. • Expect aftershocks. Each time you feel one use the drop, cover and hold technique!
OMISSION The story “Unique Harbor Point project in the mix” that ran on page 1 of the March 25 Beacon should have stated that long time Point Loman Lee Hope was the architect for the project.
CORRECTION: A photo caption in the April 8 Beacon (“Alyssa Goncalves crowned Miss Cabrillo 2010”) inadvertently reversed the order of the identifications of the first and second runners up. First runner-up Katherina La Coco is seen at the far left of the shot with second runner-up Marissa Armijo in the center of the photo.
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THURSDAY · APRIL 22, 2010 THE PENINSULA BEACON
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For the ninth consecutive year, San Diego County Credit Union, San Diego’s largest locally based financial instituMultiple sclerosis society tion, is the title sponsor. Walkers are encouraged to solicit hosts walk Saturday sponsors to raise funds and can earn The National Multiple Sclerosis (MS) prizes, including T-shirts, movie tickets Society’s Pacific South Coast Chapter and gift cards, based on the amount of will host the San Diego County Credit donations they collect. There will also Union 2010 Walk MS, a two-mile, be live entertainment and refreshments. fundraising event on Saturday, April 24 At last year’s Walk MS event at NTC at NTC Park, 2750 Womble Road at LibPark, 3,982 walkers raised $388,646. erty Station in Point Loma. For registration and more informaCheck-in begins at 7:30 a.m. and tion, visit www.MSwalk.com. Walk MS begins at 8:30 a.m. Admission is free to attend. There is no cost to be a Point Loma car accident walker. More than 4,000 people are expected kills local resident to attend the 20th annual event to raise Rolando “Ed” Arnold, an 88-year-old about $600,000 for MS research and Point Loma man, died Sunday, April 18 services and programs for people with of complications from a traffic accident MS, a chronic, unpredictable and dis- earlier in the day. According to police abling neurological disease of the central reports, Arnold was driving his Corsica nervous system with no known cause, south on Nimitz Boulevard and was cure or prevention. making a left turn onto Centraloma
NEWS Drive around 8 a.m. when he collided with a BMW driven by a 51-year-old white male. Arnold was transported to the University of California, San Diego Medical Center. According to the county’s Office of the Medical Examiner, Arnold died of his injuries at about 1:29 p.m.
Merchant to give students a prom boost An Ocean Beach merchant is stepping forward to help 10 young ladies at Point Loma High School make their upcoming senior prom a memorable evening. The owner of the Miss Match shop on Newport Avenue apparently learned of the event and immediately offered to donate dresses to deserving girls for the formal event. Plans call for senior girls to sign up for a dress with Kimberly Eurich, the school’s outreach specialist. Selection of recipients will be based on academics, citizenship and the completion of at least 45 hours of community service. Those chosen will select their dresses later this month in preparation for the prom on May 22 at the Bahia Hotel on Mission Bay. — Scott Hopkins
Performance dates are Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from April 30 through May 16. Curtain times are 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays; 7 p.m. on Sundays. Ticket prices are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors, students and military. Groups of 10 or more may purchase tickets for $10 each. Early reservations are suggested. The performances take place at Point Loma Actors Theatre at the Point Loma Assembly, 3035 Talbot St. For tickets and information, call (619) 225-0044, or visit www.pointlomaactors.com.
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The Loma Portal Foundation will host its 12th annual Silent Auction fundraiser at 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 1 at the Portuguese Hall, 2818 Avenida de Portugal in Point Loma. The theme of this year’s event will be all about the ’80s with “Don’t Stop Believing.” Proceeds from the event benefit the school’s programs. Auction items are expected to include handmade items, dining certificates, theme-park tickets, restaurant or spa certificates, fine art, jewelry, piano lessons, surfboards and a weekend stay Point Loma Actors to at a mountain cabin. present ‘Sylvia’ Residents who cannot attend are Point Loma Actors is preparing to pre- encouraged to make an item donation, sent the Broadway smash hit “Sylvia,” buy a raffle ticket or make an outright by A.R. Gurney. “Sylvia” is a hilarious gift of support by sending donations to: commentary on mid-life angst and the Loma Portal Foundation, c/o Loma Porrole pets play in our lives. tal Elementary, 3341 Browning St., San “Sylvia” is directed by David Sein and Diego, CA 92106. features James Steinberg, Elouise For tickets and information, call (619) Potomac, Jill Costanzo, Samantha Gold- 952-0976, or visit www.lomaportalelestein, Gunnar Ramstrum and Connie mentary.com. Russert. The show is sponsored by Sunrise Bank, Point Break Café, The Wine Pub, Silver Gate school gears Dog Beach Dog Wash, The Peninsula Bea- up for fundraising dinner con and Coldwell Banker’s Michele Silver Gate Elementary School is seekKitchin. ing sponsors and donations in advance
of its 15th annual fundraiser “Soiree Gone Green” — a silent auction and dinner dance set for 6 p.m. Friday, April 30. The annual gala will be held in the scenic Bayview Clubhouse at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD). All proceeds go toward The Friends of Silver Gate Foundation (FSG), a non-profit organization devoted to financially supporting Silver Gate Elementary School’s enrichment programs. The dinner, dance and auction serves as the biggest fundraiser of the year for Silver Gate Elementary and gives guests the chance to enjoy dinner, dancing and live and silent auctions. School officials said babysitting will be available. Tickets for the event are $65 per person, which includes dinner and wine reception. Tickets are also available for $45 per person for dinner only. Tables to seat eight people are available for $500, which includes two bottles of wine. To purchase tickets, call (619) 222-1139. School officials said there will also be a 50/50 opportunity drawing for a chance to win a portion of the net profit from the auction sales. These tickets are available for $10 each. Sponsorships are available in various sponsor levels ranging in price from $100 to $1,000. For more information, e-mail harris92107@yahoo.com. Local businesses are also encouraged to donate something to be auctioned off. For information, e-mail jammieritchey@yahoo.com. Silver Gate Elementary School, located at 1499 Venice St., has been recognized as a California Distinguished School by the state Education Department, one of just a handful of public schools statewide to win the coveted designation. For more information and directions, visit www.silvergateschool.com. SEE BRIEFS, Page 7
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THURSDAY · APRIL 22, 2010 THE PENINSULA BEACON
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Total ballots cast: 590 (296 to win)
Here is a quick recap of the two remaining candidates fighting for the final slot (more complete profiles are available in the March 12 Peninsula Beacon):
SUHAIL KHALIL Khalil is an incumbent of the PCPB and has served as chair of the board’s Airport Committee for the last three years. Khalil is a commercial real estate broker and has a background in finance and investment capital ventures. Ocean Beach resident Gretchen Magers, third from left, celebrates with the U.S. women’s 45 Margaret Court Cup team after sealing COURTESY PHOTO the Senior World Team Championship this month in Mexico City.
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strated why the former touring pro had such an excellent career. Magers played on the 1984 U.S. CONTINUED FROM Page 6 Olympic team and won many tour championships. Magers pulled out a Magers, U.S. team win tough match against Britain’s Sue tennis championship Webb 6-3, 7-6(6), after surviving a set Ocean Beach tennis champ Gretchen point against her in the second set. Magers helped lead the 2010 U.S. With the match score tied at one-all, women’s 45 Margaret Court Cup team to Magers/Marcinkowska won the douvictory earlier this month in Mexico City, bles point to put the U.S. into the final as the Americans beat out France in the against France. final to claim the Senior World Team Championship. OBMA seeks volunteers The defending champions had three returning players from their 2009 vic- for street fair tory in Spain: captain Frances Chandler The Ocean Beach MainStreet Associ(Jackson, Tenn.), Magers (ranked No. 1 in ation is looking for some helping hands singles) and Mariana Hollman (Winston- to volunteer in various capacities during Salem, N.C.). Renata Marcinkowska the 31st annual OB Street Fair and Chili (Rock Hill, S.C.), who “aged up,” played Cook-Off Festival on June 26, 2010. for the 40s team in 2009. Volunteers may sign up for three-hour After wins over Mexico and Ireland, shifts and receive a free event T-shirt. A the Margaret Court Cup team faced variety of jobs are available, including Great Britain in the semi-finals. setting up the chairs and tables at the Magers had undergone shoulder surgery six months earlier and had only eating areas, helping sell t-shirts and misbeen playing for several weeks. Her cellaneous OBMA products, selling tickcourage to compete and excel demon- et to the chili cook-off, break down and other tasks.
To volunteer, call (619) 222-1231, fax (619) 222-1236, or e-mail at www.volunteerob@yahoo.com with your name, address, phone, e-mail address, t-shirt size and shift preference of morning, early or late afternoon shift.
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GEOFF PAGE Page has lived in Point Loma since 1980 and has owned and operated OBcean Builders, Inc. for the last eight
Geoff Page – 268 (45.4 percent) Suhail Khalil – 261 (44.2 percent) Norman Allenby – 60 (10.2 percent) years. He previously served on the PCPB for two years, including spending six months as chair. According to his application, Page is concerned with overdevelopment in the Peninsula. With the PCPB membership in the balance, the board moved forward on April 15 to elect officers for the coming year. The officers are: Charles Mellor, chairman; Helen Kinnaird, first vicechair; Chris Veum, second vice-chair; John Gott, secretary; and Nancy Graham, treasurer. All officers received a unanimous vote for their respective positions.
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Local teacher among honorees of contest A Point Loma High School (PLHS) teacher was among 16 winners of the “I’m Thankful for My Teacher” campaign, designed to give parents and students in San Diego County a chance to thank the teachers who make a difference in their lives. The campaign was sponsored by Mission Federal Credit Union, Junior Achievement and Cox Communications. Among the honorees was Kellie Larsen, an AVID program teacher, coordinator and cheer advisor. at PLHS The campaign, now in its second year, drew 7,345 “thank you” notes to 815 teachers at 152 different schools throughout San Diego. For more information, visit www.asandiego.org.
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THURSDAY · APRIL 22, 2010 THE PENINSULA BEACON
A San Diego police officer inspects the scene of an armed robbery at Radio Shack on Garnet Avenue in Pacific Beach on April 8. The robbery led to a police chase and eventually PAUL HANSEN | THE BEACON to the suicide of a male suspect.
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Police Department motorcycle officer Greg Lindstrom, a 19-year police veteran. Lindstrom followed the car through the streets of Pacific Beach. At the intersection of Ingraham Street and Thomas Avenue, Marino fired a round of gunshots at Lindstrom, according to police officials. Marino then fired on Lindstrom two more times before parking the car at a lot in the 3700 block of Sports Arena Boulevard near Phil’s BBQ and fleeing on foot with the handgun, investigators allege. A female passenger, identified as Chantel Lister, 23, of Colorado, who police said had previously been undetected in the vehicle, fled in a different direction. Lindstrom chased Marino but apparently lost sight of him behind a building. Lindstrom told investigators he
heard a single gunshot and discovered Marino lying on a sidewalk with a bullet wound to his head. Paramedics pronounced Marino dead at the scene at 12:40 p.m., according to investigators. The county Medical Examiner’s Office has ruled the cause of death to be suicide. Lindstrom was not injured during the incident, although his motorcycle was struck twice by gunfire. Lister was arraigned in court April 12 and charged with robbery. She is being held at the Las Colinas Women’s Detention Facility on $100,000 bail, said Lt. Kevin Rooney with the police department’s Homicide Unit. Marino reportedly had a history of criminal activity. On the same day as the armed robbery in Pacific Beach, police investigators in Arvada, Colo. issued a warrant for Marino’s arrest on suspicion of attempted murder, Rooney said.
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THURSDAY · APRIL 22, 2010 THE PENINSULA BEACON
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San Diego Bay Fair steps up powerboat appeal BY JOHNNY MCDONALD | THE BEACON San Diego Bay Fair is making an attempt to lure back the roaring unlimited hydroplanes — a tradition of speed and excitement — for September’s annual World Series of Powerboat Racing. Brett Seber, a member of the fair’s board of governors, said he was optimistic about the possibilities. So, the group will reserve some space along busy Mission Bay for Sept. 17-19. “Although a final contract hasn’t been signed, H1 Unlimited is expected to return to San Diego after a one-year absence,” Seber reported on Bay Fair’s website. “The (contract) numbers (were) worked out, so I feel very comfortable that it’s going to happen.” In addition to the unlimiteds, Bay Fair is expected to have tunnel boats, unlimited light boats, drag racing and offshore racing. Other contract “teasers” are in the mail. Meanwhile, H1 Unlimited chairman Sam Cole said: “Obviously, nothing would make us happier than to return to Mission Bay and be part of Bay Fair once
SD Port Commission OKs land transfer for convention center BY HILLARY SCHULER-JONES | THE BEACON Unified Port of San Diego commissioners voted April 6 to authorize the transfer of six acres of land from Fifth Avenue Landing LLC (FAL) to the San Diego Convention Center Corporation (SDCCC) at a cost of $13.5 million. The parcel is the last remaining piece of open land the city’s convention center could use to expand its current footprint. In September, the mayor’s Citizens Task Force on the Convention Center Project recommended in its final report that the SDCCC move forward with the expansion plans it has been considering since the center hit full capacity in 2001. SDCCC officials said they have turned away 381 events because of a lack of space or dates. The task force also determined that over the last two decades, the center has generated $18.3 billion for the regional economy and nearly $365 million in tax revenue. Steven Johnson, vice president of public affairs for SDCCC, said before the April 6 vote that the property acquisition is an important step toward increasing the economic benefits that the convention center has had in the downtown area. “[An expansion] will allow us to keep events like Comic-Con at our facility and in San Diego, which is a huge economic boom to the region, and it also allows us to attract groups who have outgrown our building back to San Diego,” said Johnson. He said the additional space would make it possible to host two groups at once, so organizers could stagger the move-in/move-out times and event dates to provide a more consistent stream of visitors to the area. The SDCCC will pay FAL $1 million from reserves and issue a $12.5 million promissory note to secure the land. There will be an annual principal payment of $500,000, with the balance of the principal and interest scheduled to be paid by SDCCC at the end of a fiveyear financing period. Now that the land has been acquired, the SDCCC will work with city officials and the Port Commission to identify funding streams, design the project, conduct an environmental review and seek public feedback. The project will require approval by the California Coastal Commission before it can proceed. To view the full task force report, visit www.conventioncentertaskforce.org.
again in 2010. However, we want to make it perfectly clear that there is no agreement in place.” Seber and returning board member Jim Kidrick head the vital marketing team for the nonprofit event. “It’s a big challenge to come up with sponsor money,” said race chairman Bob Davies. “We’re trying to woo people back. Gone are the days of the ‘beer wars’ when Coors, Millers and Budweiser were sponsors.” Budweiser pulled out after the 2007 event and Bay Fair officials had to go it alone last year.
Discussions were under way with the Lucas Oil Drag Boat Racing Series for the drag racing competition off Crown Point. The sticking point, though, is the price tag. According to Davies, it costs $180,000 for the boats to come down and between $75,000 and $100,000 for infrastructural needs. He puts a different spin on his views about the unlimiteds. The H1 Hydro series (currently with six race locations) begins with 12 boats, but Davies questions how many really are working at the end of the year. “We’ve seen this in San Diego over the
years, that by the time they’ve run five, six or seven events during the summer and arrive in San Diego, they’re all beat up, come in limping and bandaged,” Davies said. Still, he agreed that the race boats do have the luster and a tradition. “We’re never going to make a profit but we finished in a lot better shape last year than we ever have,” Davies said. “We filled in with different classes of boats and tried to give everybody something to look at. “We had the unlimited lights and they put on one of the best shows I’ve seen,” he said. “They enjoyed it because they were
the stars. Probably had more boats in our pits than we ever had. It’s the end of summer, the tourists have gone home and the locals come out one more time to be entertained and maybe camp in Mission Bay Park.” With 27 classes of boats, Davies seems like a racing maestro. “It’s always a challenge to find how much water time is available, particularly when the drag boats need still water,” he said. Scheduling of the event continues to be a major priority, Davies said.
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THURSDAY · APRIL 22, 2010 THE PENINSULA BEACON
Scrubbish takes Earth Day theme to heart daily BY HILLARY SCHULER-JONES | THE BEACON The hazards of water runoff are welldocumented in San Diego. As rain passes over streets and sidewalks, it picks up germs, debris and chemicals that are deposited in local bodies of water like Mission Bay and the Pacific Ocean by way of storm drains. What few people realize is that the trashcans they place on the street every week to dispose of their ordinary household garbage are contributors to this contamination, according to sanitation experts. In order to mitigate this pollution, Point Loma entrepreneur Warren Bishop has created Scrubbish, a service that uses a mobile, self-contained cleaning system to sanitize “wheelie bins,” as the
Australian native describes them. Bishop started the company less than two months ago and already has 300 customers. He said the service has been available in the United Kingdom and his native Australia for more than a decade, but the cleaning technology wasn’t widely available in the U.S. when he started. He had to design his own sanitation system when he realized that the units currently on the market didn’t meet his hygiene standards. “My problem with the existing units is that many of them will use one tank … they’ll wash the bins, and that water goes back in the same tank, so they end up washing the bins with the same water they’ve washed the others with. I found that pretty disgusting because I
don’t want my bin washed with the next-door neighbor’s dog’s residual,” Bishop said. Bishop’s mobile trailer is equipped with two tanks: one for fresh water and one for water captured during the cleaning process. He sprays each wheelie bin with biodegradable degreaser and sanitizer, lifts the bin into the trailer, then pressure washes the receptacle to remove additional debris. That water is captured in a second tank, and Bishop said he either treats the water at his facility so it can be reused once, or he disposes of the water through his sewer system. Since no water flows into the street during the process, none of the contaminants from the bin end up in storm drains. Bishop is also concerned with water conservation. On average, the cleaning process uses about two gallons of water for the first cleaning and about a halfgallon for subsequent scrubs. When peo-
ple clean the bins on their own, they typically use five to 10 gallons, he said. The service also helps protect people from harmful germs and pests within the bins. Bishop said he originally touted the sanitization benefits to sell the service, but he has since discovered another threat: brown widow spiders, a relative of the dangerous black widow. “They’re in just about every second bin that I’ve got — big, nasty, brown spiders that stick their nice little claws out — because there are so many crevices they can hide in,” Bishop said. “They lay their eggs in there and they have their little baby pods and everything in there, so that’s just freaking people right out.” Scrubbish offers a monthly cleaning for $7.95, as well as a quarterly service for $9.95 and a one-time scrub for $19.95. A full list of services, as well as infor- Warren Bishop, left, owner of Scrubbish mation about the cleaning process, can cleaning service, works his environmental be found at www.scrubbish.com. magic with employee Troy Warez.
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“The packaging is another thing we’ve really actively worked on, talking to manufacturers about reducing packaging and promoting our fresh produce and bulk department,” Basilico said. “There’s not a lot of packaging at all there.” Outside the completely green building that sports recycled steel and building materials, OB People’s Food doesn’t stop its sustainability and green efforts. Members of the co-op are active in the political world on all things related to sustainability. “That’s one of the nice things about having the community involved,” Basilico said. “Being a co-op, we can work as a group. So when bills come up, either in California or nationally, we provide post-
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water used to process meat and not contributing to carbon dioxide emissions emitted from livestock. “Even in our meetings we discuss these things, and we also get pushed by our community by the people that shop here,” Basilico said. “It’s not just us, it’s the people who shop here, too.” Recently, OB People’s made its upstairs bakery and deli more environmentally friendly by replacing paper plates and plastic utensils with reusable items. And the co-op has been getting rid of as much packaging as possible within the store.
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cards for our members to send in their opinions.” Later this month, co-op general manager Nancy Casady will travel with former congressman Jim Bates to Washington, D.C. While in the nation’s capitol, Casady will meet with lawmakers in order to generate new legislation. “We’ve been actively working on getting genetically-engineered foods labeled in this country — like countries in Europe and Japan have,” Basilico said. OB People’s is celebrating Earth Day in the store by offering 5 percent discounts in its bulk department, in which none of the food items are packaged. For more information, visit www.obpeoplesfood.coop.
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THURSDAY · APRIL 22, 2010 THE PENINSULA BEACON
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Annual garden walk to showcase floral spectacles of the Peninsula BY JOSEPH GREENBERG | THE BEACON Nine gardens — featuring a wide range of masterfully grown and carefully manicured flora — will be showcased in this year’s popular Point Loma Garden Walk, which treks through the wooded area of Point Loma on Saturday, April 24 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event benefits the Dana Unit of Rady Children’s Hospital Auxiliary, a nonprofit organization of about 45 local volunteers. This is the ninth consecutive year for the event, which is a self-guided walk at one’s own pace, beginning at 550 Silvergate Ave. Walking maps will be available from this location on the morning of the event. “The garden walks have always been held in different areas of Point Loma,” said Dana Unit member Pamela Caldwell. “This year, the walk will have four homes, including a woodworkers shop and a cozy glass bead artist studio that people will be able to see and enjoy as they come in the front door and out through the back to see the gardens.” Caldwell, who has attended every walk since the event’s inception, expects more than 800 people to stroll through as they share an interest in things that grow. “We have gardens for every kind of gardener: the dig-in-the-dirt gardener, the armchair gardener, the catalogue gardener and more,” Caldwell said. In addition to an estate-size coastal garden, a historic home, water features, topiaries, wisteria-covered pagodas and colorful exotic blooms, musicians will play and artists from the Point Loma Artists Association will paint as walkers
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amble along. Master gardeners will also be on hand to answer any questions along the way. Proceeds from the ticket sales of this volunteer-run fundraiser are donated to the Craniofacial Unit at Rady Children’s Hospital. The Craniofacial Unit evaluates and treats disorders of the face and the skull. It is a unit that applies a wide range of medical knowledge ranging from geneticists, neurologists, speech pathologists and plastic surgeons. Most patients served by this unit require complicated treatments as they develop physically, which often yields long-term relationships between patients and the doctors because of successive treatments, said Caldwell. This year, the stories of two families who received care from craniofacial services will be told through mixed visual media in some of the homes on the tour. “Our goal is to raise money for Rady Children’s Hospital, which is the only San Diego area hospital dedicated solely to pediatric care,” Caldwell said. Lending a hand during the walk will be 5 to 10 local vendors selling a variety of
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SPORTS
THURSDAY · APRIL 22, 2010 THE PENINSULA BEACON
PLHS girls’ track sprinting through season BY SCOTT HOPKINS | THE BEACON
Next month’s meets • May 1: Freshmen and sophomore championships (at El Capitan High) • May 11: Eastern League prelims (at Mira Mesa High) • May 14: Eastern League finals (at Cathedral Catholic High) • May 22/29: CIF prelims/finals (at Mount Carmel High) Pointer Jackie Kelleher clears a hurdle enroute to a 100-meter time of 19.8 seconds in a meet against San Diego High on April 8. Kelleher is the top women’s hurdler at the school. PHOTO BY SCOTT HOPKINS I The Beacon
Shannon Collins said she can’t wait to get onto the Point Loma High School (PLHS) track every afternoon. The head girls’ track coach at PLHS said she is excited about a group of young Lady Pointers who have a bright future on the rust-colored oval and green turf of Bennie Edens Field. “I’m so excited to see our athletes working hard and improving each week,” Collins said. “They have tremendous potential.” Collins has four assistants on her coaching staff. Howard Harrison works with the sprinters, Rob Barnett handles long-distance runners and Mike Estanol and Fred Ludwig handle the field events. Collins points to junior Riley Hasche as the team’s top athlete. In an April 8 meet against San Diego High, Hasche took first place in three field events — pole vault (7-0), high jump (5-2) and long jump (15-9) — and her points proved critical as the Lady Pointers edged
the Lady Cavers 70-61. On the track, junior Nikki Smith is involved in almost all running events. She has a best time of 27.81 seconds in the 200-meter dash and also runs the 400, 4x100 relay and 4x400 relay, which took first place against the Cavers with a time of 4 minutes, 21.4 seconds. “Nikki has great leadership skills and is our team captain,” Collins said. McKenna Doyle, also a junior, is another standout. She placed second against San Diego High in the high jump and long jump. Another gifted junior, Meghan Breadmore, is currently recovering from a leg injury. As for the underclassmen, sophomores Samantha Rutherford and Laurel Haas are talented distance runners, competing in the 800, 1600 and 3200. And Collins can’t help but break into a grin when she talks about her freshman group. “We’ve got a great group of freshmen girls who have a tremendous future ahead of them,” Collins said.
Jewell Roth and Ella Verhees are among this group. Against San Diego High, they racked up first- and secondplace finishes with identical times in both the 800 (2:44) and the 1600 (5:59) then each ran a leg in the winning 4x400 relay. And there’s Chloe Cabiness, who has times of 13.2 in the 100 and 28.2 in the 200. She also anchors the 4x400 team. Cabiness’ sprinting partner, Iman Benraoui, is running neck-and-neck with times of 13.3 and 28.4. The freshmen Lady Pointers also offer talent in field events. Saya Saiga won the triple jump in the Cavers meet with a distance of 27-1 and Jade Martz’s high jump (4-8) and the long jump (14-0) complement her speed in the 100 and 4x100M. For the Lady Pointers, there are several upcoming opportunities to show off their skills. They will participate in two events this week — the Mustang Relays at Otay Ranch High on Saturday, April 24 and their final dual meet of the season on Thursday, April 29 at Mira Mesa High.
Point Loma’s Eric Graves named president of local bowl game association Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl games. “For the people on that board to nomPoint Loman Eric inate me to be the president this year Graves will be at the was quite a distinction,” Graves said, helm of two of San “and I’m quite honored and thrilled by Diego’s biggest sport- the opportunity to serve the two bowls.” ing events in 2010. Graves joined the San Diego Bowl Last month, Graves Game Association Committee in 1993 was elected president and was appointed to its board of direcof the San Diego tors in 2001. As president, he will coorBowl Game Associa- dinate all of the board meetings, repreERIC GRAVES tion, which includes sent the bowls in the community and the 2010 Pacific Life oversee the nearly 150 volunteers assoHoliday Bowl and San Diego County ciated with them this calendar year. BY ANTHONY GENTILE | THE BEACON
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game’s name. “We are in the process of naming a new title sponsor,” Graves said. “That’s also a great opportunity for us, to introduce a new title sponsor to our bowl family.” The Holiday Bowl puts on numerous events during the year, including the Outrigger Challenge and Luau at Mission Bay, Hoops at the Beach at Crown Point, the Golf Classic and the Wiener Nationals. Those events support both bowl games. “Ask anybody in the college football
business and they will tell you that the Holiday Bowl is truly one of America’s most exciting bowl games,” Graves said. “We work very hard to maintain that tradition.” Graves, 61, has worked in sales at KFMB Radio for the last 28 years. He currently resides with his wife, Nancy, in Point Loma, where the two lived for 27 years and raised three children. “I love Point Loma. It is a wonderful community and I wouldn’t want to live anywhere else,” Graves said. “I love being a Point Loma resident.”
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Multi-use community field may be in play in Point Loma BY SCOTT HOPKINS | THE BEACON For decades, the lack of athletic fields at Point Loma High School (PLHS) has hindered students and athletes of all ages, as well as community groups seeking evening or weekend playing surfaces. Futile attempts to overlap practice times and share available space has particularly paralyzed the school’s ability to field freshman girls’ teams and develop the athletic abilities of younger area students. It’s not just sports that suffer, however, because the Reserve Officer Training Corps and band students place demands on the limited fields as well. “We have many PLHS teams competing for precious practice space and times while other teams can’t even be formed,” said PLHS athletic director John Murphy. “This situation is preventing hundreds of students from participating in the healthy exercise and fitness brought about by interscholastic competition.” A promising solution appears to be formulating, however. The plan, now being developed by local parents and school leaders, involves a massive underutilized field on the grounds of nearby Correia Middle School. Leaders envision vastly-improved facilities benefiting future generations of students and the community by expanding available space. Ironically, the idea may help replace the recently lost women’s softball field at Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU) as well. “It’s great to see such a lot of great energy,” PLHS parent Andrea Justus said of the planning sessions. Her daughter played freshman volleyball, the only freshman sport offered to Lady Pointers. “We could offer so many more opportunities to freshman girls at PLHS and Correia students who may wish to try different sports,” she said. On the drawing board are baseball, softball, lacrosse and multi-purpose fields, all utilizing artificial turf and movable fencing. A running track is planned, as well as the possibility of lighting for night play. Bleachers, a field house and permanent restroom facilities could increase the public appeal of the project, according to backers.
Under the concept, the facilities would be used on school days by students at Correia Middle School, with PLHS and community groups having access after dismissal. David Wells Field, home of the Pointers varsity baseball team, is currently located on the grounds of Dana Middle School and would remain there. The concept has received enthusiastic backing from leaders at both Dana and Correia middle schools. As a bonus, planners believe the project could be built using Proposition S funds already allocated for improvements at Point Loma Cluster schools. The San Diego Unified School District’s board of education has agreed to give area schools additional discretion in fund use. The cost estimates for the improvements range from $3 million to $3.5 million. Proponents are hoping community donors will step forward, allowing inclusion of premium features and equipment. The proposal comes at a time when an outreach to involve PLHS parents in the athletic program has resulted in the formation of a large number of booster clubs. Currently, 19 sports teams have filed paperwork with the newly formed Pointer Association, a non-profit 503(c) corporation, according to coordinator Eleanor Snyder. “We are thrilled to see our parents organizing to support their kids,” Murphy said. Murphy and others envision the Correia complex giving PLHS the ability to offer more sports and new opportunities for community programs, providing healthy activities for all ages. The south end of the expansive field currently serves as home of the PLHS Amateur Athletic Union-sanctioned freshman baseball team. That field would remain and be upgraded under the plan. Representatives of PLNU have also indicated interest in the project as they explore possibilities for a new women’s softball field. Their campus field was recently taken back by the city as part of the Sunset Cliffs Natural Park plan. As a result, the university was forced to end several other sports in keeping with gender opportunity balances mandated by federal Title IX guidelines. PLNU officials emphasize that discussions are in a very early phase while they explore various options.
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A look ahead After starting the season with seven straight road games, the Padres returned to San Diego for their home opener against Atlanta on April 12 at Petco Park — and promptly won. As of April 21, however, the Padres seemed to have found new life, sharing first place in the National League West with San Francisco at 86 and riding a five-game winning streak — a promising start to the new season.
Spring training The Padres finished 2010 spring training with an 18-10 record, third best in the Cactus League. They were unbeaten (9-0-2) in their final 11 preseason games.
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Free agent acquisition Jon Garland started the Padres’ Opening Day game at Arizona on April 5. COURTESY PHOTO SAN DIEGO PADRES
San Diego will go with a five-man rotation to start the season with righties Jon Garland, Chris Young, Kevin Correia, Mat Latos and lefty Clayton Richard. The only newcomer in the rotation is Garland, who came to San Diego in January after signing a one-year, $4.7 million free-agent deal. Garland pitched for the Dodgers and Diamondbacks last season.
Enberg new voice of the Padres While the Padres build around young talent, they will have a legend in the broadcast booth. La Jolla resident Dick Enberg will call nearly 120 Padres games on Channel 4SD this season.
By the numbers – 50 If the spring was any indication, look for the Padres to be more active on the base paths this season. The Friars stole an MLB-leading 50 bases during spring training, with outfielders Luis Durango and Will Venable tied for the team lead with nine apiece. San Diego stole 82 bases all of last season, 20th in baseball.
Padres starters C – Nick Hundley 1B – Adrian Gonzalez 2B – David Eckstein SS – Everth Cabrera 3B – Chase Headley CF – Tony Gwynn LF – Kyle Blanks RF – Will Venable
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Hip Replacements move with the groove BY BART MENDOZA | THE BEACON While there is certainly no shortage of bands on local stages covering other artist’s music, few do more than merely parrot back a tune. Among the exceptions is the Ocean Beach sextet The Hip Replacements, which performs Saturday, April 24. Updating material from blues to modern rock favorites, the band puts its own stamp on the songs. Made up of Joey Vercillo (vocals/guitar), Dave Gietzen (keyboards), Donald Emley (bass), Manuel Pena (percussion), Danny Mulligan (drums) and Marian Yamauchi (vocals), the Hip replacements are Ocean Beach-based music-scene veterans. This lineup has been playing since 2006, with the core of Emley and Vercillo going back a dozen years to a group called The Ravens. “We don’t consider ourselves a cover band,” noted Emley. “I prefer to think of our music as remakes of original versions. “We take songs and give them a little more spin, make them a little more danceable,” he said. “We change beats and add small things to give them our own stamp, as opposed to just playing the song. Keeping things as danceable and fun as possible is a priority.” Vercillo agreed. “There’s a Latin rhythm to our sound,” Vercillo said. “It’s very listenable, but it’s meant to be danceable. That’s why we only do one ballad, Van Morrison’s ‘Crazy Love.’” The band includes varied material ranging from blues standards such as Slim Harpo’s “Shake Your Hips” and Roy Head’s “Treat Her Right” to more modern songs by the likes of
Amy Winehouse. Vercillo said Morrison’s “Domino,” The Zuton’s “Valerie” and Tom Petty’s “Breakdown” are particular crowd pleasers. “We make subtle changes,” Emley said. “For Petty’s ‘Breakdown’ we use a 4/4 time signature versus a shuffle beat. It’s more upbeat and prone to cause dancing that way.” While the Hip Replacements are open to expanding their set list, Vercillo notes the band tries to avoid “anything I’ve heard too many times at a wedding.” While the band has become popular for its updated song versions, Vercillo’s own music has been put on a shelf. A prolific songwriter (specializing in what he describes as “surf western instrumentals, sort of like Ennio Morricone or The Ventures”), his recordings over the past decade have only made it to a small circle of friends. “I guess I’m a procrastinator,” he said. “I’ve never really thought about taking those songs further. Maybe someday.” Meanwhile, The Hip Replacements continue a twice-a-month gig schedule with a slight upturn in shows during the summer months. The band is also a fixture at Jake’s Tiki Bar in Mission Beach. “We’re not adverse to doing more gigs,” Vercillo said. “But we’re older now, so it’s important that the gigs be low-pressure sorts of things, where it’s just about the music. This is a band that will continue indefinitely, as long as we’re enjoying ourselves. ” Vercillo said the interplay within the group is his favorite thing. “Live, we have a lot of freedom to improvise,” he said. “We’ve been
The Hip Replacements include varied material ranging from blues standards such as Slim Harpo’s “Shake Your Hips” and Roy Head’s “Treat Her Right” to more modern songs by the likes of Amy Winehouse. The band performs at Winston’s on Saturday, April 24.
through ups and downs, but we communicate on stage. We may not be the best players, but that doesn’t matter because of the way we play when we’re performing together. Our arrangements are loose, but have enough structure to allow us to have a lot of
fun.” Emley said having fun is what the Hip Replacements is all about. “I’m in it for the glory, because there’s no money in it,” Emley joked. “But I love that what I’m doing is entertaining people and helping them have
good times.” The Hip Replacements appear at Winston’s, 1921 Bacon St., at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 24. There is no cover. For more information, visit www.winstonsob.com.
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Arts & Entertainment Friday, April 23, 7:30 p.m., “Classic Humor — A Few of My Favorite Songs,” a free recital by Judi Labenske. The repertoire includes unorthodox classical songs like “The Mom Song,” Bernstein’s “Four Recipes” and “The Telephone,” among others. The event takes place at Point Loma Nazarene University’s Crill Hall, 3900 Lomaland Drive. For more information, visit www.pointloma.edu/music.htm.
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Saturday, April 24, morning to 2 p.m., the Point Loma Rotary Club hosts a neighborhood cleanup and community service project to help the elderly, handicapped and disadvantaged residents of Point Loma. Applications are currently being accepted for “Spruce Up,” and may be e-mailed to garyeast- Botanical beauty on display man@sbglobal.net. Floral admirers will have an opportunity to see some of the most spectacular yards on the Peninsula during Saturday’s Point Loma Garden Walk.
Saturday, April 24, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Point Loma Garden Club hosts its annual plant sale during the ever-popular Point Loma Garden Walk. The sale will be in the garden boutique at 381 Silver Gate Ave. For more information, visit www.plgc.org.
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Lucky was rescued off the streets of SE San Diego abandoned by a roadside. Lucky and many other Rescued Cats and Kittens are looking for loving permanent homes. Come visit them at the La Jolla Petsmart located in La Jolla Village Square.
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858.397.8338 www.DivinePetCare.com K9 PHYSICAL THERAPY/REHAB CUTTING EDGE K9 REHAB http:// www.cuttingedgek9.com Cutting Edge K9 Rehab Has Been Featured On Local And National News, Radio And A Number Of Local Papers And Magazine Articles. Swimming is one of our strongest recommendations for most K9’s. It is an ideal form of exercise for a number of reasons. Our rehab services offer assisted swimming in a warm water environment. The benefits are: • Nonweight-bearing (reducing stress on joints) • Facilitates full use of the front and hind legs vs. partial use as seen with underwater treadmills • Dogs are often able to actively swim although unable to move their legs on land (due to stroke/ spinal injury) • Allows manual techniques by therapist/ manual resistance to an affected limb • Swimming in a controlled environment is the safest way for clients to exercise. • Speeds recovery following injury/ surgery • Improves function and quality of life • Works reciprocal muscle groups throughout the session (helps correct muscle imbalances) • Reduces pain and inflammation • Reduces canine obesity thus decreasing the risk of other healthrelated problems • Increases strength, range of motion (ROM) and cardiovascular conditioning • Prevents overheating through proper water temperature • Increases tolerance for extended cardiovascular training • Decreases recovery time • Reduces post-exercise soreness • Provides good cross training for the competitive, athletic dog (619) 227-7802 SALMON PAWS-PREMIUM PET TREATS Buy online 100% pure Alaskan wild salmon treats for dogs and cats at www.salmonpaws.com. All natural and human grade. We sell 5 products that have no fillers or perservatives. Our products range in price from $5-$12. They are hand made and baked in Bellingham, Wa. Family owned and operated. Check us out online at www.salmonpaws.com for stores that carry Salmon Paws products or call in your order (858) 204-4622.
MISC. SVCS. OFFERED 450
services offered ARTI LIMO BUSES PARTY TIME IN DOWNTOWN ARTI Limousine San Diego can make your evening even more special with luxury transportation wherever you want to go. Our Night Out Service keeps you on time for your Downtown outing, concert, sporting event, restaurant reservations, and our chauffeurs will be ready and waiting before you step outside. Wherever you want to go to celebrate a special occasion or an evening out on the town, our courteous and elegant service eliminates needless transportation hassles and adds just the right touch. TheLimoSanDiego.com info@TheLimoSanDiego.com 877.531.0644 (858) 531-0644
carpentry EXTERIOR CARPENTRY by Bob -Decks, fences, patio covers, termite repair. License #365241 since 1978. 619 275 1493
dj / karaoke DJ, KARAOKE, PRIVATE PARTIES Including weddings, birthday parties, anniversaries and any event you can think of. Also available for clubs and bars. Make your next event the best ever with So Cal Sings Karaoke and DJ Pros. Your complete musical entertainment source. Providing quality entertainment for San Diego County since 1980. DJ Music, videos and karaoke for all ages and tastes. Rentals also available with everything oncluding free set up and delivery Call today for information or a free quote (858) 232-5639
gardening / landscaping PRO-MOW Weekly mowing & trimming. $15/up. Reliable and honest. Free estimates. Call Scott, 858652-0873. (858) 652-0873 R & V RUPERTO VASQUEZ Tree trimming, Gardening, Hauling, Fertilizing, Sod Lawn, Landscaping, Clean Up Trash, Sprinkler Installation, Concrete and Wood Fencing. Call (858) 518-0981
BUSINESS OPTS. 550
income opportunities WWW. SPORTSGIRLJEWELRY.COM FUND RAISERS FOR YOUTH SPORTS- VERY PROFITABLE
RENTALS 750
condos for rent SPACIOUS 2BR/2BA Heart of La Jolla easy walk to cafes, shops, cove. Pristine condition washer / dryer in unit, security entrance, underground parking, no smoking $2800 mo. 619-437-4817
vacation rentals TIMESHARE- LA JOLLA. 321 Coast Blvd, 1 bedroom. Call Howard at 425-227-4440; 800-377-0419 or hskane@webtv.net.
REAL ESTATE 800
investment properties SERVING S.D. SINCE 1967
INVESTMENT PROPERTY SPECIALISTS, SALES & EXCHANGES APARTMENTS • OFFICE BUILDINGS COMMERCIAL•LEASING•FEE COUNSELING • RESORT PROPERTIES ANYWHERE • REAL ESTATE PROBLEM SOLVING
GEORGE JONILONIS “The Estate Builder” 858-278-4040
3536 Ashford St., San Diego, CA 92111 in Clairemont. gjonilonis@att.net Fax 760-431-4744
for sale or exchange Water view home. Buy, or lease option, $1625,000. 21,800 ft Kearny Mesa office building $3,950,000, 18 miles Baja oceanfront, need partner, Idaho Resort F&C $625,000, $7,500,000 Pacific Beach Motel F&C. Try your sale, exchange ideas? Geo. Jonilonis, Rltr. 619 454 4151 20 ACRE RANCH FORECLOSURES. Near Booming El Paso, Texas. Was $16,900. Now $12,900. $0 Down, take over payments, $99/mo. Beautiful views, owner financing. Free map/pictures. 1-800-343-9444.
LEGAL ADS 700 DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES 1350 Front St., Room 5056, San Diego, CA. 92101 (619) 525-4064 Filing Date: APRIL 12, 2010 To Whom It May Concern: The Name(s) of the Applicant(s) is/are: TORPASTA INC The applicant listed above is applying to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to sell alcoholic beverages at: 3545 MIDWAY DR., STE E, SAN DIEGO, CA. 92110-4922 Type of license(s) applied for: 41-ON-SALE BEER AND WINE- EATING PLACE ISSUE DATE(S): APR 22, 2010
1st Annual Spring Fling Festival
For more information please visit our website at
www.catadoptionservice.org AMAZON PARROT KITO is 9 month age, DNA Tested. She has a Large Vocabulary. $400! kim.scotts@yahoo.com CAT ADOPTION SERVICE An all volunteer non profit corporation. Lucky was rescued off the streets of SE San Diego abandoned by a roadside. Lucky and many other Rescued Cats and Kittens are looking for loving permanent homes. Come visit them at the La Jolla Petsmart located in La Jolla Village Square. For more information please visit www.catadoptionservice.org GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES puppies are 5 weeks old. ready to go to a good home. Both parents on site. mom is black with brown and dad is tan with black. We have 4 males and 2 females. price asking is 325 to 350. please contact if really interested. We live in the Chula Vista Area. 619 420-3759
SATURDAY MAY 1ST, 9AM – 3PM Family Fun Day with Kids Carnival, Silent Action, Food, Crafts & Shopping Proceeds benefit underprivileged kids Back-To-School shopping spree
The Salvation Army 4170 Balboa, Clairemont 858-483-1831
THE PREVALENCE OF DEPRESSION IN THE ELDERLY Researchers estimate that 20 percent of elderly people living in nursing homes or assisted living experience symptoms of depression. Late in life depression can have serious repercussions. It can increase mortality and disability, may result in higher health care utilization and longer hospital stays. An estimated 15 percent of U.S. adults are providing care for seriously ill or disabled relatives. These family caregivers are simultaneously caring for their own children and also often working outside the home. Add the problem of elder depression in perhaps one in five of all family caregiving relationships and you can see the problem is huge. Many families don’t even know what they’re dealing with or how to care for their loved one when they don’t fully understand what is happening to that family member. Elderly people themselves will “ignore the blackness that descends on them” because it is hard for them to move away from the belief that depression is a sign of weakness and a result of flawed character. Also, they may think they should just handle things. That’s where the RN Case Managers at Innovative Healthcare Consultants can help. They can recognize the warning signs of depression and can help advocate for your family member with their family doctor. If you want advice or have questions about depression in yourself or a family member, call us at (877) 731-1442 or view our website at www.innovativehc.com. ADVERTORIAL
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SERVICE DIRECTORY - THE PENINSULA BEACON
THURSDAY, APRIL 22, 2010
AUTO GLASS
CONCRETE/MASONRY
GARDENING·LANDSCAPING
HAULING
SENIOR SERVICES
TILE & MARBLE
D.K. TILE www.DeLaCruzLandscaping.com
Custom Landscapes FREE Estimates Residential & Commercial Maintenance Landscape Lighting Drip Irrigation & Troubleshooting Tree Trimming & Wood Fences Drought Tolerant Landscapes
Point Loma Finishing Fine Finish Carpentry And Wood Floor Installation FREE ESTIMATES 619.807.8734 Ca. Lic.#936405
CONSTRUCTION
GLORIA CONSTRUCTION
THE TILE, MARBLE & GRANITE EXPERTS
LIC#808864
10% Senior Discount
Guaranteed Quality Unbeatable Prices
Teco’s Gardening
PAINTING
Kitchens, Bathrooms, Flooring
We Also Do: Fencing, Floors, Stucco Repairs Concrete, Demolition, Brick & Block Walls Drywall, Painting, Roofing Plumbing, Drains Installed/Repaired General Hauling
pointlomafinishing.carbonmade.com
San Diego’s Premier House Cleaning and Carpet Cleaning Service Competitive Pricing. Weekend and same day service.
Low Prices Free Estimates
BONDED/INSURED LIC # 944837
(858) 503-5976 (858) 220-6184
FREE ESTIMATES
j_teco@yahoo.com
FAX 619.690.3169
CALL 619.250.1041
A Perfect Shine
Cleaning Service APerfectShine.com
619.269.1745
Cleaning Service by Cecilia Sanchez Family owned & operated 15 years experience. Office, residential & vacancy cleanings #1 vacation rental experts
Re-Stucco Specialists Interior Plaster/Drywall Repairs All Work Guaranteed 30+ Years Experience Lic. # 694956
Repairs • Lath & Plaster Re-Stucco • Custom Work Clean • Reliable • Reasonable
D’arlex 619-846-2734 Cell
Jose’s
Gardening Clean-up Hedges hauling • Reasonable Rates Free Estimates • References
619-847-1535
619.450-9804
Free estimates & excellent references
can talk to!
Interior/Exterior Painting, Repairs, Power Washing, Caulking & Sealing, Stucco, wood replacement, epoxy coatings and Much More!
Call Paint Division Representative, John License #B-71031/B-C-33
GILBERT’S CONCRETE
Ocean Home Services
All Phases of Concrete Driveways · Patios · Sidewalks Insured · BBB Member www.gilbertsconcreteconstruction.com CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATE 619-253-8775 Lic. #786215
CONCRETE MASONRY
30 years experience References & Portfolio
carsonmasonrysandiego.com
William Carson Licensed & Insured Lic #638122
(858) 459-0959 cell: (858) 405-7484
• Residential / Commercial • Service / Repair - Panels • Custom Lighting / Spas Bonded & Insured • License #903497
(619) 843-9291
FLOORING
Traditional Hardwood Flooring • REFINISHING • REPAIR • INSTALLATION SPECIALIZING IN HARDWOOD FLOORS
All types of concrete & block walls. Since 1980. Bonded / Insured. Visa/Mastercard accepted
Call 858.212.2586 BBB Member A+ Rating Lic.#390780
Call Scott
(619) 241-1231 not licensed
RENT-A-HUSBAND Handyman with 20 years experience. Many Skills • Hourly or Bid
Prompt & Professional Insured
Ask for Bob 858-454-5922
Over 20 years experience in San Diego
JOHN WEIGHTMAN
(619) 218-8828 GARDENING·LANDSCAPING
Terry Brewer Concrete
Only $35/hr. Master Carpenter w/ 25 years experience. Interior /exterior woodworking (ex-termite inspector) Quality design fence work wood /vinyl Professionally Installed windows & doors Drywall Install/Repair and finish work. Detail Quality Painting Light Electrial & Plumbing
Non-licensed
STRUCTURAL & DECORATIVE BRICK • BLOCK STONE • TILE CONCRETE DRAINAGE WATERPROOFING
Clean, Quality Work!
ProMow Call Scott (858) 652-0873
YOUR AD FOR AS LOW AS $45/WEEK! CALL STEVE: 858.270.3103
• FINE PRUNING & THINNING • ARTISTIC TREE LACING • TREE & STUMP REMOVAL WWW.CROWNPOINTCLIPPERS.COM
(858) 270-1742 Fully licensed and insured. Lic# 723867
(619) 795-9429 chuckgjr@cox.net
PAINTING FREE ESTIMATES
CLEAN - COURTEOUS - PROFESSIONAL • Interior
/ Exterior Finishing • Residential & Commercial • Wallpaper Removal • Stucco Repair • ”Popcorn” Ceiling Removal • Insured, Quality Workmanship • Custom Cabinet
ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICE
BRETTCUSTOMS@COX.NET LIC #936550
FREE ESTIMATES
Baylor’s Brush Painting Interior - Exterior Painting ® Personal Service ® Excellent on Detail!
Los Coronado Islands This exciting narrated nature cruise, aboard the comfortable 105’ U.S.C.G. inspected vessel, will give you an up close personal view of Coronado Islands and all the sea life. You could see whales, dolphins, elephant seals, sea lions, many varieties of sea birds & much, much more!
2 for 1
With ad Limit 4
SPECIAL (With Reservation)
Buy 1 adult ticket (cash or credit card) and get 2nd ticket Trips depart Thursday through Sunday and holidays at 10:15 a.m. Approximately 5 1/2 to 6 hour excursions. SAN DIEGO HARBOR EXCURSION 1050 N. Harbor Dr. (Foot of Broadway), San Diego
(619) 234-4111 • www.sdhe.com
Religious Directory
Bonded, St. Lic. #538443
ED BOEHLER (619) 224-9713
PLUMBING TRI-COUNTY PLUMBING NO FASTER WAY THAN ONCE! Commercial/Residential Kitchens/Bathrooms 35 Years Experience Good References
Rich Cooper 619.805.7351 LICENSED & INSURED LIC #859527
–Bill HARPER PLUMBING & HEATING– Low Cost Plumbing & Handyman Service 25 years exp – BBP member Senior Discounts, All plumbing and drain cleaning No extra charge on Saturdays, Licensed and bonded 25 yrs. exp – BBP member Lic # 504044 Phone Estimates BBB Member since 1986 Self-Employed Lic #504044
CALL BILL 619-224-0586 ROOFING
As low as
$45/week! Call Steve 858.270.3103
to Nature Cruise the
FREE 619-219-1923
NON-DENOMINATIONAL SAN DIEGO BAHA’I COMMUNITY 6545 Alcala Knolls Dr. (off Linda Vista Rd.) SUNDAY 9:00 - 10:00 Interfaith Devotions; 10:30 - 12:30 Introductory Talk & Discussion Please Call 858-274-0178 for Directions or for more information General Baha’i Info - www.bahai.org www.sandiegobahai.org
VIDEO to DVD Film 8mm & 16mm to DVD | Slides & Photos to DVD
10 % OFF When you mention this ad
Weekly Mowing & Trimming & Honest. $ 15 & up Reliable Free Estimates
Call for information
Chuckie’s
CA Lic. #925325
LIC# 420564 LIABILITY INSURANCE AND BONDED WWW.GMDCOMPANY.COM
JACOB’S ELECTRIC
FREE ESTIMATES!
Painting Company
High Quality Home Improvement
CONCRETE/MASONRY
TREE SERVICE
Established in 1995
HANDYMAN Free Estimates DRYWALL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING,TILE, DOORS, FRAMING, WINDOWS, CEMENT, PAINTING, BATH & KITCHEN REMODELING
(858) 229-0016
CROWN POINT CLIPPERS, INC.
FREE ESTIMATE! Painting Division:
HANDYMAN
(619) 244-9380
FREE ESTIMATES! Call Valentina
TREE SERVICES
www.Lajollapainting.biz
www.chuckiespainting.com
GMD COMPANY
Weekly • Monthly • Special Occasions
elitehomeconstruction.com
Lawn Care & Gardening
ELECTRICAL
Trustworthy,reliable & detail oriented!
OFFICE (619) 609-6900 CELL (760) 213-0526
Residential • 619-674-6373 Commercial • Free Estimates 30 years • Senior Discount Lic# 620471 alan@lajollapainting.biz
Retired gentleman, weekly, bi-monthly, residential & commerical. Low as $20 a visit. A gardener you
Email: darlex0907@hotmail.com
Maid Service
Contact Corey Love
PAINTING -ALL PHASES
(619) 665-0754
619-265-9294
(619) 248-5238
Free Estimates Lic # 428658 858.566.7454 858.382.2472
www.iluvjunk.com
Tree Trimming Lawn Renovation New Plants & Design Whole Tree Removal Sprinkler Installation/Repair General Clean-Ups Stump Grinder Service Clean Palms & Trees
KITCHEN/BATHROOM REMODELS, TILE, DRYWALL,TEXTURE, PAINTING, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, ACOUSTIC CEILINGS, PATCH REPAIR & DEMOLITION
You Call-We Haul! No Job Too Small! Evictions, cleanouts, construction debris, tree trimming, etc. 619-933-4346
619 200-7663 CARPENTER
Repairs, re-grouts & installations of all ceramic tile & stone. All work done by owner.
Scott Smith, has been serving the beach communities since 1979.
858-272-ROOF (7663) 619-224-ROOF (7663)
Video Tapes Deteriorate Don’t Lose Your Memories Record to DVD • Play on Computer or TV 5201 Linda Vista Rd.• 619.220.8500
REAL ESTATE DIRECTORY · PENINSULA BEACON
THURSDAY, APRIL 22, 2010
CA DRE Broker's # 01312924 Karen Dodge CA DRE Broker's # 01312925 Mike Dodge
INVESTMENT SPECIALS! PACIFIC BEACH Two 4-Plex apartment buildings in the heart of P.B. Townhouse style. Smallest unit is 1,500 sf! $1,300,000
The Truth about Short Sales
PACIFIC BEACH Two houses on one lot, 2 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH! Live in one, rent the other. $1,199,000 – $1,249,000
Tax issues, who qualifies, what bank never wants you to find out, why short sales fail. This newly released SPECIAL HOMEOWNER’S GUIDE shows you exactly what you should know BEFORE YOU EVER SIGN ANYTHING. For your FREE Guide Call: 760-807-3734, email shortsale@betsyburkey.com or visit www.betsyburkey.com
Call for details! We can also expertly assist you in Estate, Probate and Short Sales!
Work with a Beach Specialist Pacific Beach New Condos Half Block to Ocean 3 Bedrooms/’3 Baths Solar Electricity Stainless Appliances Granite Counters Secured Parking
BANKERS HILL Beautiful duplex with numerous stained glass windows. Great business location and/or home! $1,185,000
Karen: 619-379-1194 • Mike: 619-384-8538 E-mail: Karen-Mike@San.rr.com Web: www.karen-mike.com
HOP TO IT Picture your successful business here! 14 blocks from Historic Crystal Pier in the Pacific Beach Business District on Garnet. Perfect for owner/user. Lots of future expansion potential. $665K North Pacific Beach 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath single level condo in small 6 unit complex. Enjoy new kitchen & renovated baths. Small yard for small dog. South facing balcony with peek bay view. $349K - Wow!
Bernie
“I’LL COME TO YOUR RESCUE”
SOS na
WWW.BERNIESOSNA.COM
Kathy Evans 858.488.SELL
Lic 01104934
(619) 977-4334 CELL (858) 490-6127 DIRECT
Coastal Properties
DRE #00872108
open house directory la jolla Sat 12-4pm . . . . . . . . . .8121 Camino Del Sol #101 . . . . . . . .2BR/2BA . . . . . . . . . .$950,000-$1,050,876 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Matt Glynn • 858-869-7661 Sat 4-7pm . . . . . . . . . . .5470 La Jolla Blvd. #303 . . . . . . . . .2BR/2BA . . . . . . . . . .$1,880,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ozstar De Jourday • 619-248-7827 Sat 12-3pm . . . . . . . . . .7964 Calle de la Plata . . . . . . . . . . .5BR/4BA . . . . . . . . . .$2,675,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Michelle Serafini • 858-829-6210 Sat 12-4pm . . . . . . . . . .1590 Coast Walk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5BR/6BA . . . . . . . . . .$7,500,000-$8,500,000 . . . .Bobby Graham & Lauren Lombardi • 858-412-6632 Sun 2-5pm . . . . . . . . . .8560 Via Mallorca C . . . . . . . . . . . . .1BR/1BA . . . . . . . . . .$280,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cathy Nakanote • 858-361-4041 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . .514 Retaheim Way . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2BR/1BA . . . . . . . . . .$839,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marty Vusich • 858-449-6106 Sun 12-4pm . . . . . . . . .8121 Camino Del Sol #101 . . . . . . . .2BR/2BA . . . . . . . . . .$950,000-$1,050,876 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Matt Glynn • 858-869-7661 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . .3136 Almahurst Row . . . . . . . . . . . .4BR/2.5BA . . . . . . . .$1,039,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bob Andrews • 619-517-4404 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . .333 Coast Blvd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2BR/2BA . . . . . . . . . .$1,495,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mary Mc Gonogle • 858-361-2556 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . .6584 Avenida Manana . . . . . . . . . . .3BR/2.5BA . . . . . . . .$1,500,000-$1,700,876 . . . . . . . . . . .Claire Melbo • 858-229-8383 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . .6270 Cardeno Dr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5BR/2.5BA . . . . . . . .$1,595,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Susana Corrigan • 858-229-8120 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . .6388 Castejon Dr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3BR/2BA . . . . . . . . . .$1,625,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Greg Noonan • 858-551-3302 Sun 12-5pm . . . . . . . . .7740 Exchange Pl. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4BR/4.5BA . . . . . . . .$1,850,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Natasha Alexander • 858-336-9051 Sun 4-7pm . . . . . . . . . .5470 La Jolla Blvd. #303 . . . . . . . . .2BR/2BA . . . . . . . . . .$1,880,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ozstar De Jourday • 619-248-7827 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . .475 Marine St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3BR/3BA . . . . . . . . . .$2,150,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Erica Derby • 858-361-4903 Sun 12-3pm . . . . . . . . .7964 Calle de la Plata . . . . . . . . . . .5BR/4BA . . . . . . . . . .$2,675,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Michelle Serafini • 858-829-6210 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . .6022 La Jolla Mesa Dr. . . . . . . . . . . .3BR/2.5BA . . . . . . . .$2,895,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .John Tolerico • 619-889-4672 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . .2610 Inyaha Lane . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6BR/6.5BA . . . . . . . .$4,650,000-$5,550,876 . . . . . . . . . . .Claire Melbo • 858-229-8383 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . .1590 Coast Walk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5BR/6BA . . . . . . . . . .$7,500,000-$8,500,000 . . . . . . . . . . .Kim Canigilia • 858-342-5298
utc Sat 12-4pm . . . . . . . . . .4253 Caminito Terviso . . . . . . . . . . .4BR/3BA . . . . . . . . . .$849,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Natasha Alexander • 858-336-9051 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . .5313 Renaissance Ave. . . . . . . . . . .3BR/2.5BA . . . . . . . .$725,000-$800,876 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Claire Melbo • 858-229-8383
pacific beach / mission beach / crown point Everyday 12-5pm . . . . .4151 Mission Blvd. Units 201-218 . .3BR/3BA . . . . . . . . . .$624,000-$945,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bernie Sosna • 858-490-6127 Sat 10-2pm . . . . . . . . . .3671 Ocean Front Walk . . . . . . . . . .8BR/8.5BA . . . . . . . .$13,478,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Valerie Zatt • 858-274-1553 Sun 1-3pm . . . . . . . . . .988 Agate St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3BR/2BA . . . . . . . . . .$569,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marie Tolstad • 858-705-1444 Sun 1:30-4pm . . . . . . . .5353 Calle Vista (off Sandal) . . . . . . .5BR/3BA . . . . . . . . . .$1,050,000-$1,250,000 . . . . . . . . .Carol Hernstad • 858-775-4473 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . .1060 Oliver Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5BR/4BA . . . . . . . . . .$1,098,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Lawrence Tollenaere • 858-740-1011 Sun 10-2pm . . . . . . . . .3671 Ocean Front Walk . . . . . . . . . .8BR/8.5BA . . . . . . . .$13,478,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Valerie Zatt • 858-274-1553
point loma / ocean beach Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . .4930 Del Mar Ave. #112 . . . . . . . . . .1BR/1BA . . . . . . . . . .$290,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Drew Nelson • 858-442-8549 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . .4974 Del Monte ave. . . . . . . . . . . . .2BR/2BA . . . . . . . . . .$519,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cindy Wing • 619-223-9464 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . .4563 Narragansett Ave. . . . . . . . . . .2BR/2BA . . . . . . . . . .$699,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cindy Wing • 619-223-9464 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . .3130 Shadowlawn St. . . . . . . . . . . .4BR/3BA . . . . . . . . . .$779,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marie Huff • 619-838-9400 Sun 1-4pm . . . . . . . . . .1235 Savoy St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3BR/2BA . . . . . . . . . .$1,198,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chuck De Lao • 619-222-2626
clairemont Sun 12-4pm . . . . . . . . .4588 Jutland Dr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3BR/2BA . . . . . . . . . .$410,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Vince Saxton • 858-717-8333
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