Seaside Courier — November 2014 by Maggie Avants

November 2014

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Volume 1 – Number 12

Passion earns Carlsbad teacher regional honor Hoa

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lthough Carlsbad teacher Maria Teran-Cruz, 47, always knew she wanted to work with children, her path of discovery was likely far different than many others’. Teran-Cruz escaped civil war in Nicaragua but left with vivid memories.

Maria Teran-Cruz is pictured with her fourth-grade class.

“My younger years were my happier years,” Teran-Cruz said. “I went to a private Catholic school and all my teachers were nuns. My later years were pretty tough. My country was going through an upheaval. I remember going to bed hearing gunfire at night. It gets to the point where you get desensitized because you’ve already seen the unthinkable…” See TEACHER page 15

Then-Mayor Bud Lewis (left) with then-Councilwoman Ann Kulchin, Councilman Mark Packard, then-Councilwoman Julie Nygaard and then-Councilman (and current Mayor) Matt Hall, toasting the new city charter approved by voters in 2008.

Encinitas Mayor Kristin Gaspar previews materials for the housing element presentation, Sept. 30, 2014, during a joint City Council/Planning Commission workshop held at the Community Center. (Photo credit Maggie Avants)

Encinitas prepares to address affordable housing Maggie

Avants

Editor, Seaside Courier

is family has a long history in Encinitas. But the cost of living forced fifth-generation Encinitas resident Tom Cozens and his wife, Peggy, who went to high school in town, to move inland to Vista to raise a family. “We lived where we could afford it,” said Peggy. They eventually moved from Vista to Carlsbad. All the while, they stayed involved in the Encinitas community. Thirty-seven years later, they are back for good. The 60-somethings have purchased an 860-square-foot home on a big lot in Old Encinitas with plans to build a larger home. They hope their children and grandchildren

won’t mind visiting more often now that they are so close to the beach. With a median housing price of $769,000 in Encinitas, theirs is a story that may hit home for many. As part of an effort to update its long-expired, state-mandated housing element, Encinitas city official estimate that as the Baby Boomers age, the senior citizen community will nearly double within the next 20 years. They will look to downsize, and the Millenials—people born in the 1980s and 1990s—will be looking for alternative housing. The Cozens were among a handful of members of the public who attended a joint workshop of the Encinitas Planning Commission and City Council held Sept. 30 at the community center, during which city planning staff provided a preview of what See HOUSING page 18

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ormer Carlsbad Mayor Claude “Bud” Lewis died Oct. 15. He was 83 and had been suffering from leukemia. A former Carlsbad High School teacher and coach, Lewis served the city for 40 years: as mayor from 1986 until 2010, and as a Carlsbad City Council member from 1970 to 1986. He is considered the architect for Former Carlsbad Mayor the city’s highly Claude “Bud” Lewis regarded fiscal discipline, having once said, “We have to run the city like we would our home bank account. Can we afford it? Pay the bills and have a savings.” See LEWIS page 12

✓ Qualified & Respected Leader ✓ Strong Fiscal Record & Business Experience ✓ Opposed City Sales Tax Hike ✓ Supports Citizens’ Spending Prioirites: Public Safety, Roads, Parks, & Beaches ✓ Protects Local Quality of Life ✓ www.KristinGasparForMayor.com

NORTH COUNTY EVENTS

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Del Mar Library Centennial Celebration

Help celebrate the 100th birthday of the Del Mar Library at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 1. The ceremony will include remarks from County Supervisor Dave Roberts, Deputy San Diego County Library Director Donna Ohr, and-Del Mar Mayor Lee Haydu. Enjoy entertainment by Sparkles the Clown, music by guitarist Lisa Sanders, and refreshments. This free event is sponsored by the Friends of the Del Mar Library. ■

NOV. 8

Heritage Park Fall Festival, Oceanside

From noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 8, the city of Oceanside and the “Friends of Oceanside Parks” will host the Annual Heritage Park Fall Festival at at 220 Peyri Road. This annual family-friendly event raises funds for the “Friends of Oceanside Parks,” a nonprofit organization founded to help support family-focused recreational opportunities in Oceanside. The event will feature fun, family-friendly music, a chili cook off, and a games area for the kids. Chili Cook Off tasting tickets will be sold for $5 per person, food vendors will be also be present and game tickets will be available for purchase, with all proceeds going to benefit “Friends of Oceanside Parks” and recreational programming in Oceanside. This event is free to the public. Free parking is available to all attendees in the event parking lot located behind the Mission San Luis Rey (entrance off Peyri Road). For more information regarding this or any Parks & Recreation events, programs or classes, please call 760-435-5041 or visit Oceansiderec.com. ■

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NOV. 8

Family Arts Day, Carlsbad

From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 8, families are invited to tour “The Original Art: Celebrating the Fine Art of Children’s Book Illustration” exhibition and then create a personal artwork related to the exhibition. Trained artist educators and talented volunteers lead the art-making process. All materials are provided. Morgan Taylor will perform Gustafer Yellowgold’s Show in a multi-media performance of live music, animated illustrations and storytelling. Performances will take place at 11:45 a.m. and again at 1:15 p.m. in the Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium at the Carlsbad City Library complex, 1775 Dove Lane, Carlsbad. This free event is supported by the Robert H. Gartner Fund of the Carlsbad Library and Arts Foundation. ■

NOV. 11 Veterans Day Ceremony, Solana Beach The City of Solana Beach and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5431 are hosting a Veterans Day Ceremony from 11 a.m. until noon at La Colonia Community Park, 715 Valley Ave. in Solana Beach. Highlights will include: Camp Pendleton Young Marines as Color Guard, “Feathers from Heaven” Doves, the Santa Fe Christian School Band and a guest speaker. City dignitaries and veterans from all branches of the Armed Forces will be present. Call 858720-2453 with any questions. ■

NOV. 27

Encinitas Turkey Trot

Start your Thanksgiving Day fun with friends and family at the inaugural Encinitas 101 Turkey Trot 5K/10K. It starts and finishes under the “Encinitas” sign on Pacific Coast Highway 101. The event is a food drive supporting North County Community Services, Food Bank. The 10k race begins at 8:30 a.m and the 5k Fun Run/Walk/Costume Contest starts at 9 a.m. Learn more and register at Encinitas101turkeytrot.com. ■

OPINION

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COMMENTARY

Messy lawsuit is last thing Encinitas needs indication that the council is kowtowing to no-growth advoSeaside Courier cates and effectively preventing developers from pursuing their t’s a fine mess the Encinitas livelihood. The lawsuit comes a week City Council has gotten its citiafter the local chapter of the zens in. Months after spending $10 mil- BIA sounded a stern warning lion in taxpayer money to buy an bell. An attorney for the group abandoned school site riddled sent the council a letter, warnwith asbestos, the current coun- ing that changes made in July cil majority has gotten the city that reduced the number of units embroiled in a lawsuit from the developers can build per acre—by Building Industry Association deducting storm water facilities of San Diego over a series of from a property’s net acreage— changes the council has made ran counter to state law. The to the city’s density bonus ordi- letter asked the council to scrap the changes and nances—changes not adopt any the nonprofit further ones. trade group says Did no one see make it next to this coming? Is impossible for the Encinitas developers to City Council so reach state- and blind to state county-manlaw that it felt it dated affordable could stubbornly housing goals forge ahead with and underscore its own utopian the council’s vision of a quaint allegiance to the and quiet village no-growth crowd. by the sea, where California’s time stands still Density Bonus and everything Law was enacted is as it always by the state has been? Was Legislature in -San Diego Councilman the council too 1979 to promote the development of affordable busy discussing planting fruit housing by offering private build- trees in medians and spenders incentives to incorporate ing taxpayer money on foolish low-income housing into their endeavors like the Pacific View school site to focus on obeying projects. The BIA’s lawsuit challenges the law? Years ago, a very wise San the council’s decision to round down when calculating the Diego city councilman lambasted density of a project, instead of by critics for being in the pockets rounding up, in accordance with of developers told me this: “You state law; a city requirement that know, it’s all well and good to affordable-housing units be at say we want to stop growth, we least 75 percent the size of mar- like our quality of life the way it ket-rate units in the same project, is, and we won’t let change come or 1,500 square feet, whichever is our way. And yet, growth is going greater; and the city’s ability to to come, no matter what we say deny density bonus infeasibility or do, regardless of whether we waivers if a smaller unit can be like it or not. So the best course of built within the project; among action is to work toward compromise, toward managing growth other recent council tweaks. All of these changes, the BIA instead of sticking our heads lawsuit argues, make it more in the sand and hoping it won’t difficult for developers to build happen. That’s a recipe for disasaffordable housing in Encinitas, ter, because growth will come….” That’s sage advice for the with the end result of stifling development in Encinitas—an Encinitas City Council. ■

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LOCAL NEWS

Seaside Courier apologizes for error, invites candidate to write letter

Friends often ask, “Why are you running for the San Dieguito School District Board?” My response is that, most importantly, I am the grateful parent of three adult children, all graduates of district schools (LCC and CCA). I believe in repaying debts promptly. Moreover, as a forty-year resident of the San Dieguito High School District, I am dedicated to sustaining the vibrancy and excellence of our high achieving schools. I spent many years of my professional career as a school administrator in state and nationally honored schools, including serving as principal of Torrey Pines High School and as the founding principal of La Costa Canyon High School. During the past 38 years, I also served as a classroom teacher and district office administrator, and advocated for the genuine interests of both students and parents. These invaluable experiences provided me a broad range of insights and skills applicable to 21st century schools. I am committed to working openly, honestly, and in good faith with all people I encounter in life. I intend to bring those values to all personal and professional interactions. Please visit my website at greensteinonboard.com. -Simeon Greenstein ■

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Whole Foods aims to raise $10K for Brother Benno’s Hoa Quach Seaside Courier

n Oceanside nonprofit will soon receive support from a national company by way of a community fundraising program. As the holidays approach, Whole Foods Market Encinitas announced that it will attempt to raise $10,000 to provide food for The Brother Benno Center, a nonprofit that serves the homeless and poor. “One of Whole Foods Market’s many core values is to serve and support their local communities and they are doing just that with their ‘Feed 4 More’ fundraiser,” according to a corporate news release. “This year, Whole Food Market Encinitas has chosen Brother Benno’s Foundation in Oceanside as their recipient.” From Nov. 1 to Nov. 30, Whole Foods at 687 South Coast Highway 101 in Encinitas, will accept cash donations from customers toward $10,000 worth of non-perishable food items for Brother Benno’s.

About Brother Benno’s For 31 years, Brother Benno’s has been supported by the private community. Harold Kutler said he and his late wife, Kay, founded Brother Benno’s—named for Brother Benno Garrity, a Benedictine monk well known for serving the Oceanside area’s poor—after going to a weekend retreat and finding the need to serve those less fortunate. Shortly after retiring from the health industry, Kutler opened a soup kitchen where 17 to 18 homeless men and three teenagers lined up the first night to be served a meal. “My dutiful wife walked up to the first man and hugged him,” Harold said. “Then she hugged all of them and told me that night, ‘I think this is what God wants me to do.’” But the opening of a soup kitchen didn’t come without its challenges. Harold said they received a lot of criticism from neighbors when they opened. “People didn’t want a soup kitchen,” Harold said. “People

(Photo credit Whole Foods Market)

looked down on the homeless and we weren’t accepted except by those who wanted to help others.”

A success story Dennis Pinnick, an employee, once served as a volunteer. However, he was initially brought to Brother Benno’s for its drug and alcohol recovery program. “I was a drug addict,” said Pinnick, 47. “Whatever you had, I would do. It sent me to prison three times.” In fact, Pinnick went through the program in 1999, in 2008 and finally in 2010 before fully recovering. “I’m the reason they put erasers on pencils,” Pinnick said. “I was having problems and my friend suggested I come here. I got all the love I could possibly soak up and it made me sit up and pay attention to what I was doing to myself.” Pinnick, who went through other drug and alcohol recovery programs, said the “defining” moment for him was when Kay Kutler hugged him. “She was the person made me pay attention,” Pinnick said. “It saved my life. I love this place. I found that for me my purpose in life is to serve others.” After volunteering for three years, Pinnick was added to the nonprofit’s payroll. Pinnick, who has abused drugs since he was 8 years old, has now been sober for nearly five years. Pinnick said Brother Benno’s is different from other charities that help those who are either homeless or addicts. He said the center focuses on teaching others

the importance of service. “Right away, the guys are thrown into service,” Pinnick said. “You learn a lot about gratitude and civility. If you’re homeless and people are looking down at you, can you come here and be a part of a community. We’re not preaching to them or telling them what they should believe. It’s just a place to breathe and feel safe. It’s a haven.”

Brother Benno’s in 2014 The nonprofit now has a budget of more than $1 million annually and has roughly 500 volunteers a month. The clientele has also changed over the years. Harold said Brother Benno’s clientele is now roughly 15 percent homeless and 85 percent poor. He said it’s reflective of the economy where the minimum wage is less than the living wage. “If you’re making minimum wage, you’re poor in San Diego,” Harold said. “We give out 2,000 food boxes a month because those earning minimum wage cannot stretch their money far enough.” “We don’t judge,” Harold said. “It is all about love. Love yourself, love your neighbor and love your god. If you put that proof into action, you’ll find happiness.” The money collected during the month of November at Whole Food Encinitas will be used to provide food items such as spaghetti, marinara sauce, canned beans and canned soup for Brother Benno’s. Customers can choose to contribute as they are checking out at the register. ■

LOCAL NEWS BIA files lawsuit against City of Encinitas

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Maggie Avants

Editor, Seaside Courier

ust as city officials are ramping up public outreach in an effort to update Encinitas’ statemandated housing element, the Building Industry Association of San Diego County has brought a lawsuit against the city. The nonprofit organization, which advocates for the home building industry, filed the suit Oct. 10 in San Diego Superior Court. The litigation contends that rather than making it easier for the city to reach its state- and countymandated affordable housing units quota, recent City Council changes to Encinitas’ density bonus ordinances are prohibitive to the home building industry.

by the Density Bonus Law to adopt an ordinance demonstrating compliance. The City’s density bonus ordinance, by its own admission, is woefully out of date and inconsistent with state law. Until recently, the City has largely ignored its density bonus ordinance and instead attempted to comply with the requirements of state law. But local politics have intervened. The Encinitas City Council (the “City Council”), bowing to the pressure of certain residents fundamentally opposed to the application of the Density Bonus Law in their neighborhoods, has intentionally and knowingly instructed City staff to ‘interpret’ the Density Bonus Law in a manner contrary both to the letter and spirit of the law, and contrary to its own

The nonprofit organization, which advocates for its member real estate developers, filed the suit Oct. 10 in San Diego Superior Court. (Photo credit Maggie Avants)

The BIA accuses the city of Encinitas of violating the State of California’s Density Bonus Law, adopted in 1979. “The Density Bonus Law was enacted by the Legislature to promote the development of affordable housing,” according to the suit filed by the law firm of Allen, Matkins, Leck, Gamble, Mallory and Natsis, on behalf of the BIA of San Diego County. “Rather than requiring public agencies to build such housing themselves, the [California] Density Bonus Law provides private builders with incentives to incorporate affordable housing into their projects.” The suit goes on to state, in part: “Local agencies are required

longstanding interpretations thereof. The City Council seeks to render the Density Bonus Law ineffective and unusable in the City, in violation of the California Constitution, the Density Bonus Law, and other zoning and planning laws.” City of Encinitas spokesperson Marlena Medford declined to comment for this article because, she said, the city does not comment on litigation. The lawsuit was preceded by a letter from the local BIA, and seeks: a restraining order to prevent the city from implementing the changes; an order demanding City Council rescind its actions and conform to state laws; and reimbursement of related attor-

neys’ fees. In a phone interview with Seaside Courier, the vice president of BIA of San Diego County, Matt Adams, said filing the lawsuit was “a last resort.” “We take no joy in filing litigation; that to us is a last resort, not a first resort,” Adams said. “But we appeared before council and the Planning Commission to raise concerns over what they were doing, and last week we sent a letter to the city council... we have been engaged from the beginning.” City Council began addressing the matter in February because of frequent complaints from citizens about residential development projects being processed under the density bonus law. On July 16, upon the earlier request of Councilwoman Teresa Barth, the Council discussed and voted on amendments to its density bonus ordinance. A memo to developers was then issued July 25. In particular, the lawsuit challenges the Council’s decision to round down when calculating the density of a project. (Base density is determined by multiplying net acreage by the number of units allowed in a zone.) The lawsuit states that California law requires rounding up. “Feeling political pressure from constituents, and with an election approaching, the City Council directed staff immediately and henceforth to round down fractional numbers when calculating base density for density bonus projects, irrespective of the Density Bonus Law,” the lawsuit states. The suit also challenges other Council actions such as: a requirement that affordable units proposed as part of a density bonus project must be at least 75 percent of the size (or 1,500 square feet, whichever is greater) of market-rate units in the same project; the city’s ability to deny density bonus infeasibility waivers if a smaller unit can be built within the project; and the effective date of the revised ordinance as it pertains to projects for which applications have already been filed with the city. No particular development projects were named in the lawsuit. ■

6 S C — Local Elections 2014 Election 2014: Seaside Courier candidate recommendations EASIDE OURIER.COM

NOVEMBER 2014

Please consider the following candidates for our stated reasons.

Encinitas Mayor:

Kristin Gaspar is serving as the city’s last appointed mayor and deserves to become the first elected one, as well. She’s a common sense candidate who spoke out loudly against the city’s Kristin purchase of the Gaspar Pacific View property, a $10-million boondoggle that will wind up draining the city’s coffers. Gaspar is smart, poised and professional, and the one best suited to lead Encinitas into the future and protect its high quality of life.

Encinitas City Council:

Seaside Courier recommends Alan Lerchbacker, a 26-year

Navy veteran and successful CEO. Lerchbacker—his friends call him “Lerch”—is a newcomer to local politics and would make a good compliment to Gaspar, shifting the current Council majority away from trophy projects and getting back to basics Alan such as prioritizLerchbacker ing fire, police, emergency medical services, roads, beaches, parks and trails.

child still in school. Salazar, first elected in 2010, has consistently proven himself a hard worker and brings a strong business sense to the board, which comes from 25 years of running his own marketing firm. Like Muir, he has strong, solid John conservative creSalazar dentials, and has established himself as an independent thinker.

Encinitas Union School District:

Carlsbad Mayor:

The one newcomer to the race, Jennifer Hamler, is a teacher, business owner and mother of three who according to her website wants “to bring accountability to the board and ensure decisions are being made in Jennifer the best interests Hamler of our children.” She vows to bring a new sense of openness to a board that according to a study released in June 2014 by the San Diego County Taxpayers Association was one of the least transparent school districts in the entire county.

San Dieguito Union High School District:

We support challenger Maureen “Mo” Muir and incumbent John Salazar. Muir has been a voice of reason on the Encinitas Union School District board and did not participate in the board’s questionable retreat last August at the La Quinta Resort. Her stated prioriMaureen ties are to create Muir a positive school culture and learning environment, enhancing student performance by achieving educational excellence; and accountability to students, parents and taxpayers. She’s also the only parent in the race with a

First-term Mayor Matt Hall deserves to be re-elected. He is running unopposed, which isn’t surprising given how the city has blossomed even more under his initial four years in office. The city has a new community park and aquatics center, and plans to beautify the waterfront; get a city sign hung over the 101; and lose the power plant with Matt its 400-foot-tall Hall smokestack. The downtown village has come to life and is safer for pedestrians and through traffic. While not personally responsible, Hall’s vision and leadership were a key factor in this turnaround.

Councilman Michael Schumacher, a former planning commissioner was appointed to the council in March. He’s proven himself to be reliable, capable and levelheaded, and is Mark already emerging Packard as a leader on the council. He’s also the only council member under the age of 50 with a young family—a key demographic for Carlsbad, but Michael Schumacher one that for years has not been represented. Schumacher deserves to be elected to his council seat. Carlsbad Unified School District: Ray Pearson is the only candidate we are recommending for a seat on the board of trustees. Balancing the budget is a consistent challenge and the school board desperately needs someone with a strong business Ray background who Pearson can uncover new sources of revenue. The board also needs to establish better relations with the city; Pearson has strong personal relationships with Mayor Matt Hall and the Carlsbad City Council. He is the right person for the job.

Oceanside City Council:

Carlsbad City Council:

Councilman Mark Packard has been a reliable conservative voice on the council for a dozen years. He steered the city to charter status, lobbied against a restrictive prevailing wage and has consistently championed fiscal discipline and a healthy business environment. Packard deserves another term.

Jerry Kern and Gary Felien deserve to be re-elected. Both are part of the business-friendly council majority of three—the other is Jack Feller, whose term is up in 2016—who have moved the city forward. Kern Jerry and Felien have Kern supported sensible pension reform and fiscal responsibility. They have worked to attract more businesses to Oceanside, which has resulted in a veritable

renaissance in the city’s onceseedy downtown. They also were key in the opening of a new Veterans Administration Medical Center and the developGary ment of El Corazon Felien property, which soon will be home to a sports park. Their work is not done.

Tri-City Medical Center Board of Directors:

A total of 11 candidates are vying for five seats, and we support the incumbents: Vista attorney Paul Campo; physical therapist James Dagostino; former Carlsbad City Councilwoman Ramona Finnila; retired Dr. Cyril F. Kellet; and retired hospital Paul pharmacist Larry Campo W. Schallock. The incumbents have done a fine job in restoring stability to the hospital’s leadership in the wake of CEO Larry Anderson’s James Dagostino October 2013 ouster. They also have exercised fiscal restraint in opposing Anderson’s request for lavish severance and Ramona Finnila in maintaining a sensible approach to wage, pension and benefits negotiations with the union representing the hospital’s nurses. We believe Dr. Cyril F. the incumbents Kellet when they say their only goal is to keep the hospital public, and that for its continued viability fiscal discipline is critical. ■ Larry W. Schallock

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Scripps Memorial Hospital, Encinitas

Scripps Encinitas recognized as ‘Leader in LGBT Healthcare Equality’ City News Service

everal San Diego County health-care facilities were recognized Oct. 15 by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation for promoting equitable treatment for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender patients and their families.

Scripps Health facilities in Encinitas, La Jolla, San Diego and Chula Vista were among 426 facilities named as a “Leader in LGBT Healthcare Equality’’ in the Healthcare Equality Index 2014. Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, the UC San Diego Health System and the VA San Diego Healthcare System were also recognized, according to the report by the

"Serving North County San Diego, including Encinitas, La Costa, Carlsbad, Solana Beach, Del Mar, Cardiﬀ, Rancho Santa Fe, Olivenhain, Leucadia, Carmel Valley."

lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender rights organization. The Human Rights Campaign Foundation named Scripps Health as an LGBT health-care leader for the third year in a row. “Leaders in LGBT Healthcare Equality change the lives of LGBT patients and their families for the better each and every day,’’ HRC President Chad Griffin said. “LGBT people should be treated equally in all aspects of our lives, and HRC celebrates Scripps Health for their tireless work to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all patients.’’ Scripps officials said the nonprofit health system earned points for meeting training criteria that show a commitment to equitable, inclusive care for LGBT patients and their families, who sometimes face discrimination -- like being blamed for their health status -- or other challenges in securing adequate health care. “At Scripps, we believe in providing equal treatment and respect not just to our patients, but to our employees, too,’’ said Vic Buzachero, Scripps corporate senior vice president for innovation, human resources and performance management. “We are honored to be recognized by the HRC Foundation. We remain committed to providing quality, compassionate care to our diverse patient population while fostering a culturally inclusive workplace.’’ The HRC rated health-care organizations based on patient non-discrimination policies as they address sexual orientation and gender identity; visitation policies that applied to LGBT patients and their visitors, such as same-sex partners or parents; policies protecting employees from discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity; and staff training in LGBT patient-centered care, according to the report. ■

EDUCATION

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Grauer student ambassadors invite prospective families to attend The Grauer School’s Nov. 15 Open House.

The Grauer School hosting open house Nov. 15

he Grauer School will host an leader in the small schools move- school-wide indicated that they Open House event for prospec- ment. The Grauer School focuses feel like the faculty really care tive families on Saturday, Nov. on college preparatory rigor bal- about them. We believe this con15 on its Encinitas campus from anced with expeditionary learning nection with mentors is vital to the 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tours will be and Socratic teaching. As a small development of self-advocacy and conducted every 20 minutes and school by design, with approxi- makes our students highly attracinterested families are encour- mately 150 students total, The tive to colleges and universities.” Admissions applications are aged to tour the facilities and Grauer School emphasizes reladue Jan. 30. To learn more about meet with faculty, administra- tionship-based teaching that Admissions Timeline and The stems from its small class sizes tion, matriculated students, and with a student to teacher ratio of Grauer School experience, visit current Grauer families. Grauerschool.com or call 760-274“This year, we are continuing to 7 to 1. 2116. The Grauer School offer an online registration is enrolling grades 7-12 option on our website that for the 2014-2015 acaallows families to simply We are continuing to offer an demic year. check-in and queue up for online registration option on our The Grauer School a tour rather than having website that allows families to is accredited by the to wait in line to register the day of the event. At simply check-in and queue up for a Western Association of Schools and Colleges the Open House, visitors tour rather than having to wait in (WASC), a member of the will be guided through California Association the campus by Grauer line to register the day of the event. of Independent Schools students and will be intro(CAIS), a member of duced to faculty, who will the National Association of Merten comments that The explain our academic and extraIndependent Schools (NAIS) and Grauer School’s feeling of concurricular programs, including all-seasons athletics, performing nection is what families most is the only school in the region arts, robotics, film, leadership, frequently note once they have to be honored as a designated and community service,” states stepped foot on campus. She UNESCO school. The Grauer Sandy Merten, associate direc- believes the emphasis on rela- School was recently named one of tor of admissions. “Our programs tionship-driven education is the The San Diego Business Journal’s attract families who are look- reason for the school’s superior col- Best Places to Work in San Diego. ing to balance academic rigor lege acceptance rates. “Last year, The school serves as a successful with the personal development 89% of our graduates received educational model for hundreds of each individual student. We acceptance to their first choice of private schools around the also offer outstanding support for school. These are results that have world through the Small Schools independent athletes who need a not been obtained at larger, more Coalition (SSC) established impersonal, schools. The data by Founding Head, Dr. Stuart customized schedule.” The Grauer School, grades 7-12 speaks for itself. This year 100% Grauer. ■ college preparatory, is the regional of matriculated students surveyed

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Solana Beach: Which Wich will you have? Sandwich enthusiasts in Solana Beach will have something new to drool over as Encinitas resident Tony Kulick will be opening the community’s first Which Wich Superior Sandwiches on Thursday, Nov. 6. The restaurant will be located at 691 Lomas Santa Fe Drive. Which Wich is best known for its customizable sandwiches, creative ordering system, and personalized sandwich bag. Guests start their experience with Which Wich’s revolutionary ordering system: they pick a bag, grab a red Sharpie® and mark up the pre-printed menu on the sandwich bag. The marked bag is then put on a zip line where it is made-to-order, with fresh, premium ingredients, only available at Which Wich, for no additional charge. Guests can choose from 10 categories of customizable sandwiches combined with a choice of 60+ fresh toppings. In addition to offering the community a great product, Kulick is also heavily involved with giving back to the community. Through Which Wich’s Project PB&J, Kulick has established an ongoing relationship with the Community Resource Center, where he has donated more than 100 sandwiches to the Encinitas-based organization. Kulick is also involved in raising funds for local schools, such as his Which Wich Wednesday program with The Rhoades School, where a percentage of the sales go back to the school’s foundation. For more information, call Which Wich at 858-755-9424. ■ (Photo credit Surf Air)

Surf Air expands service to Carlsbad Beginning Nov. 18, Surf Air will provide daily service from McClellan-Palomar Airport in Carlsbad. Flights will include non-stop access to San Carlos and Santa Barbara, and connecting service to Truckee Tahoe. Non-stop service to Hawthorne begins Jan. 12 with connecting flights to Oakland and Las Vegas. Surf Air, billed as the nation’s first all-you-can-fly private membership airline, launched in 2013 in Santa Monica. Membership pricing begins at $1,750 per month. ■

New execs join FreedomVoice “Wicked” combo (Photo courtesy Which Wich?)

Carmel Valley parcel sells for $17.5M Located on the southeast corner of Del Mar Heights Road and Carmel Valley Road, the parcel is approved for 252 luxury home apartments. Colliers International represented the seller, PHR Village, LLC and the buyer, Carmel Village, LLP in the transaction that was announced Oct. 13. “This is a one-of-a-kind location in the The Village at Pacific Highlands Ranch heart of Carmel Valley,” said Gunder Creager, senior vice president at Colliers International. “No other project can match this location for integrated retail services, quality schools, and access to major job markets. It will command top of the market rents.” The apartment community will feature a state-of-the-art clubhouse, gym, resort style pool, bocce ball court, community garden and dog park. ■

Encinitas-based technology company FreedomVoice has added three key executives. Cedar Coleman joins FreedomVoice as the Director of Customer Care, Nitin Tomar as the Product Director, and Kim Kleber takes the responsibilities of the Director of Marketing. “Strengthening our senior management team by adding three shining lights like Cedar, Nitin and Kim is a real coup for us,” said FreedomVoice founder, President and CEO Eric Thomas. “Each brings strong business and technology experience as well as outstanding people skills. We look forward to each one of them making significant contributions toward our growth.” Coleman spent more than 9 years with GoDaddy.com, most recently as a director of web hosting customer care. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Northern Arizona University. Tomar brings 18 years of telecom and IT industry experience. Most recently, he

drove product management and marketing for LTE and 3G wireless software product lines at Radisys. He earned an executive MBA from the University of Southern California and a bachelor’s degree in engineering in computer science from Barkatullah University in Bhopal, India. Kleber spent nearly 20 years at Qualcomm in senior-level marketing, operations, program management and business development positions, most recently as senior director of technical marketing. Kleber holds a bachelor’s degree in engineering from the University of Michigan and an executive program certificate in business strategy and organization from the Stanford University Graduate School of Business. Founded in 1996, FreedomVoice Systems is a privately held company that designs and delivers cloud-based communications to small/medium businesses and entrepreneurs. ■

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NORTH COUNTY NOTABLES LOCAL RESIDENTS MAKING A MARK

Valin Brown receives CMEA industry award Valin Brown, CEO of the Carlsbad Educational Foundation, was given the Industry of the Year Award by the California Music Educator’s Association’s Southern Border Section on Oct. 9 at the Arts Empower Mega Conference held in Balboa Park. This award was in honor of Brown’s leadership, recognizing his support of music education through the Carlsbad Educational Valin Brown, CEO of Carlsbad Educational Foundation Foundation. The nonprofit organization provides private support teachers throughout the year to address for public education programs throughout specific needs and to stay informed. Music teachers know they can depend on Brown the Carlsbad Unified School District. Under Brown’s leadership CEF budgeted when he makes a commitment to them $268,000 dollars on K-12 music educa- because if he says it will happen he will tion last year. He secured funds to hire make it happen. Brown focuses on sustainability with his community music teachers for all nine support and the teachers elementary schools, includappreciate his dedication. ing music supplies so that he “Valin truly cares about could guarantee that every supporting music in elementary student would every school and it is so receive music instruction by refreshing to work with a a credentialed music teacher compassionate, talented, every week. and hardworking CEO,” said Brown also set aside funds Marina Hall, Aviara Oaks to pay for buses so the middle Middle School string teacher. and high school students -Sharon Evan Sharon Evan, music could perform for the K-5 students and inspire them to stay involved teacher at Hope Elementary, added: “Valin in music in their later years. Instrumental is a unique leader who is not only a great and choral coaches and instrument repairs listener but a strong visionary who is able and purchases were also a part of the to make what many think is impossible, possible and we are very fortunate to have funding. Brown meets with the district music him at the helm of CEF.” ■

Valin is a unique leader who is not only a great listener but a strong visionary.

Rancho Coastal’s Silveira among 8 honored by Red Cross The American Red Cross San Diego/ Imperial Counties Chapter honored the president of the Rancho Coastal Humane Society and seven others in the county for their heroic work. The heroes, who were honored at an October breakfast, included: Jim Silveira: Jim Silveira has always loved animals. The founder of Southern California German Shepherd Rescue, he’s found forever homes for thousands of dogs. Now the President of Rancho Coastal Humane Society, Jim has created one of the most innovative animal shelters in the western United States. His work assists more than just animals, but also helps everyone from veterans to homeless individuals to domestic abuse victims and more. Lacy Lawrence: Last year, Lacy Lawrence was enjoying an afternoon with her family when she witnessed a terrible car accident. That’s when she jumped into action to save a mother and 6-month-old baby from the fiery crash, ultimately pulling both victims from the wreckage and staying with them until help arrived. Gunner and Melissa Ramirez: When retired Navy Corpsman Melissa Ramirez returned from two traumatic combat tours on the front lines in Iraq and Afghanistan, she suffered from PTSD, which quickly took debilitating control of her life. That’s when she met Gunner, a friendly and loving 5-year-old service dog. Together, they triumphed over adversity and today they help others to do the same. Marriot Residence Inn Local Cultural

Council: Dedicated to encouraging preparedness in our community, the Cultural Council has partnered with the Red Cross in its Prepare San Diego initiative by training all of its associates in disaster preparedness. And that’s not the only way they’re impacting the community. Kia Afsahi: Captain Kia Afsahi was enjoying a day off with his daughter when he witnessed a man in cardiac arrest. Captain Afsahi immediately jumped in to help, pro-

Jim Silveira, president of Encinitas-based Rancho Coastal Humane Society, accepts his Red Cross “Real Hero” Award, Oct. 3, 2014 aboard the USS Midway Museum. (Photo credit Red Cross)

viding lifesaving CPR as onlookers called for help. In a unique turn of events, Afsahi recognized the man he saved was actually his neighbor, who was at his doorstep just four days later to thank Captain Afsahi for saving his life. Salvador Acevedo and Debbie Zendejas: Officer Salvador Acevedo and Public Safety Dispatcher Debbie Zendejas were working late on Dec. 31, 2013. In the midst of a quiet night, they weren’t expecting what happened next. A family rushed into the station, desperately calling for help for their toddler, who was choking and unable to breathe. That’s when Officer Acevedo and PSD Zendejas sprang into action, saving the child and remaining with the family until paramedics arrived. Bobby Price: Aviation Warfare Specialist First Class Bobby Price has a knack for quick-thinking. On three separate occasions, he has responded to serious car and motorcycle accidents, each time selflessly putting himself in harm’s way in order to provide medical attention to injured victims. Sophia Pruden: Seven years ago, Sophia Pruden lost her aunt after a long battle with leukemia. Sophia wanted to do something in her memory. That’s when Sophia’s Cookies for a Cure and Lemonade Stand all began. Now 14 years old, Sophia has raised over $30,000 for leukemia and lymphoma research and created a true movement in the community. Since the inception of the annual Real Heroes Breakfast, the Red Cross has celebrated more than 100 individuals in a number of categories. Each hero has their own unique story of bravery and selfless commitment to helping others in need. “It is truly an honor to celebrate this year’s Real Heroes honorees. These extraordinary individuals have made an indelible impact on our community,” said Bill Earley, Regional CEO of the local Red Cross. “Their heroism, bravery, and dedication are an enormous inspiration to us all.” ■

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Celebration of Philanthropy A

Celebration of Philanthropy reception was hosted by the Coastal Community Foundation Oct. 8 at the Ranch in Encinitas (owned by the Leichtag Foundation). The event recognized Coastal Community Foundation’s donors, volunteers, and ongoing funds which all contribute to the quality of life in the North Coastal communities. At the reception, over 140 guests learned about some of CCF’s funds and grant recipients. These included Hospice of North Coast, which received a mental health grant; Hand to Hand, a fund that supports programs that promote economic self-sufficiency and positive change in the lives of women and girls and the Philanthropy Club program which teaches third-graders how to use the given monies for philanthropic purposes. Guests also heard about the new Solana Beach fund, which raised over $16,000 in just 8 months and granted that back to the community. “We are so grateful to our donors, volunteers and Board members for their dedication to making a difference in our community,” stated event chair and Board Vice President, Alice

(clockwise from left) 1. Brett Fisher, Sharon Omahen, Bill Cox, Alice Jacobson Brett Fisher is giving the Coastal Community Foundation a plaque of recognition from Supervisor Dave Roberts office, Sharon Omahen is Executive Director of Coastal, Alice Jacobson is VP and Bill Cox is President of the Board of Directors

2. David Meyer and Lizbeth Ecke 3. Sharon Leib, Laura Fleming and

1. Jacobson. “We know that people who live here want to give here and we thank all of our donors for their philanthropy.” Title sponsors of the event were Leichtag Foundation and Union Bank; gold sponsors were Hospice of the North Coast, California West Communities and Milton Silver Charitable Trust; silver sponsor was Shea Homes, and community sponsors were Mike and Adele Lapadula and Adam Rosenberg & Co CPAs. Sponsors help support Coastal Community Foundation’s new programs and initiatives in the

community just as CCF has been doing for 27 years. Coastal Community Foundation is a nonprofit corporation created by residents of North Coastal San Diego County. The mission of the Foundation is to enhance the quality of life in the San Diego North Coastal area by directing philanthropic efforts toward community needs. Contact us about your legacy of giving for the community. Live Here, Give Here. For more information, send an email to info@coastalfoundation. org, call 760-942-9245 or visit Coastalfoundation.org. ■

That is a sign of a great leader.” Former Council Member Ann Kulchin, who served on the council from 1980 until 2012, said she “learned so much from Buddy Lewis because he taught me early on that there is no ‘I’ in serving on the City Council. I cannot do anything. We can accomplish so many things. In all the time I served with him I never heard him say, ‘I.’ It was always ‘we’ or ‘the council.’”

City Council members, the city’s professional staff and our community of residents and businesses,’ Lewis wrote in a newspaper farewell article in November 2010. He said the key to his success was surrounding himself with people smarter than he was, and learning from them. But he always made up his own mind based on what he thought was best for Carlsbad’s residents.” Lewis entered politics on a lark.

Douglas Franke Laura Fleming is on the Board of Directors and was the Founder of the Solana Beach Fund, Sharon and Douglas are guests at the event 4. John Kelting, Mary Ann Petree and David Petree are pictured at the event.

5. Pictured at the event are: Marion

Dodson, Ruby Edman, Malcolm McQueen; standing: Joe Kellejian and Eric Hall.

6. Dave Baker, Kerry Witkin and Peggy and Tom Cozens are pictured at the event.

Lewis, from page 1 Lewis and his late wife, Beverly Lewis, were honored as 2009 Carlsbad Citizens of the Year. Bev Lewis died in 2011. The couple had two children and two grandchildren. Lewis later was remarried, to Sibylla Voll. A public memorial service for Lewis was planned from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 1 at Carlsbad Community Church, 3175 Harding St. in Carlsbad. Coffee and donuts—Mayor Lewis’s favorite, according to the city—were to be served on the patio immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Semper Fi Fund, P.O. Box 555193, Camp Pendleton, CA 92055.

Current, former city officials remember “Bud” “Mayor Lewis embodied the very best of Carlsbad,” said Mayor Matt Hall, who succeeded Lewis in 2010. “He devoted his life to public service and remained committed to the principles of a fair and open local government, accessible to everyone regardless of social or economic status. His values helped shape the city we are today, effectively managing growth to maintain an excellent quality of life, a strong and diverse economy, and an involved citizenry.”

Mayor Pro Tem Mark Packard also remembered him fondly. “Mayor Lewis was my teacher first, then my colleague and ultimately my friend,” Packard said. “He always took the long term view. Whether talking about how to manage growth or address our critical water supply challenges, he laid the groundwork to make sure our city would continue to thrive long after he was gone.

He served his country

a ballot measure that would control growth by requiring developers to pay for the roads, parks and services their projects made necessary, and to limit growth until public infrastructure was in place. That measure, the Growth Management Plan, was passed by voters in 1986 and controls Carlsbad’s development to this day. “Mayor Lewis also supported the establishment of Carlsbad as a successful tourist destination, bolstered by the city’s reputation for clean beaches, beautiful flower fields and world-class golf resorts,” according to the city website. “City voters approved the establishment in 1993 of LEGOLAND California, the first LEGOLAND theme park in North America, which has helped make Carlsbad a prime Southern California tourist destination. The park opened in 1999, the same year that The Flower Fields were established as an official destination.”

His dedication to public service is an inspiration to all citizens and is both commendable and honorable.

Lewis came of age during the Great Depression. His family lost its Arkansas farm and joined the migration to California. Lewis’ father took a job working to build the California Aqueduct; he later worked as a welder in Los Angeles during World War II. Lewis graduated from high school in 1949, and then joined the U.S. Marine Corps, where he served as a weapons instructor from 1951 to 1954, during the Korean War.

He served his city According to the city, “When Lewis was first elected to the City Council in 1970, Carlsbad’s population was roughly 15,000 residents, and when he retired as mayor the population was 105,000. Lewis regarded managing that growth as one of his greatest accomplishments as mayor, but he always shared credit. ‘I cannot point to one single thing I have done in the past 40 years for the city of Carlsbad or our region that has not been a total team effort, including my fellow

He was teaching government at Carlsbad High School in 1970 when his students, angry over U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War, complained about the country and its leaders. “Lewis, a former Marine, defended the system, saying that a government was only as good as the people elected to office, and the key was electing the right people,” according to the city of Carlsbad’s website. “Lewis’ students took that as a dare and put his name on the ballot for City Council. They ran his campaign, painting campaign signs at the Lewis family home. Lewis regarded the campaign as an interesting civics lesson, until he won.” Lewis’ biggest legacy is the city’s Growth Management Plan. In 1986, while still on the Carlsbad City Council, Lewis helped draft

He served his county Besides managing the city’s growth, according to the city of Carlsbad website, Lewis “saw establishing water independence as a top priority for Carlsbad and San Diego County. He served on the San Diego County Water Authority and on the board of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. His efforts to make the region less reliant on imported water led to his work to help develop an ocean water desalination plant on Carlsbad’s coast. That plant, a private development of Poseidon

Water, is now under construction and is scheduled to begin delivering water from a drought-proof source in early 2016.” According to a Congressional resolution introduced upon his retirement as mayor by thenRep. Brian Bilbray, “Mayor Lewis’ ability to create and implement long-term goals has allowed for Carlsbad’s economy to thrive and attract new high-tech and environmentally conscientious industries. In this vein, he was the first in his region to implement an award-winning and forward-thinking Growth Management Plan, ‘ which focuses on sustainability and growth far into the future. Mayor Lewis’ determination to think of tomorrow has also enabled Carlsbad to be prepared for extreme drought in California. “Moreover, he was the first Carlsbad Chairman of the San Diego County Water Board and merged the Carlsbad Municipal Water District with the City of Carlsbad to provide a more efficient use of the city’s precious water resources. In doing so, Mayor Lewis has taken steps to protect the local ecosystem, especially the city’s lagoons, so that it will thrive for future generations. Mayor Lewis’ forward thinking transformed his community into the Jewel of North County and his changes and ideas will continue to bring Carlsbad benefits in the future as it has today. “His dedication to public service is an inspiration to all citizens and is both commendable and honorable. Madam Speaker, I’m proud to call Bud a friend and I wish him well during his much deserved retirement. North County San Diego will miss him.” ■

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Friday, Nov. 7 – Cody Lovaas at Museum of Making Music, Carlsbad. 6 p.m. $10-15 The San Diego Music Awards always afford a couple of surprises. Perhaps the biggest at this year’s festivities was the youthful winner of the Best New Artist Award, which went to local singer-songwriter Cody Lovaas. At just 16 years old the young man has already impressed more than the SDMA academy with his blues and folk-inspired sound. With acoustic strumming and a voice that betrays his age Lovaas is sure to garner a full audience with this performance at MoMM. 5790 Armada Drive in Carlsbad. www.museumofmakingmusic.org

Saturday, Nov. 8 – little monsters at Mr. Peabody’s. Encinitas. 9 p.m. Free What’s better on a Saturday night than live music? How about a free show? little monsters bring raw strength to their blues style mixed with bits of soul and R&B. The ensemble group includes two singers and two guitarists along with a rhythm section that won’t quit. Bassist Jodie Hill is well known for her deft talents in a myriad of genres; from big band to jazz to blues, Hill never disappoints. 136 Encinitas Blvd. in Encinitas. www.PeabodysRocks.com

Saturday, Nov. 15 – Robin Henkel at Wine Steals Seaside Grotto, Cardiff. 7 p.m. Free This prolific blues and jazz man appears all over town several times a month, sometimes with a group or backing a single singer. A real treat: Henkel will be solo for this performance. His raw style on blazing guitar is enthralling for those familiar with his playing as well as new fans. For this show at the intimate wine bar he’ll focus on the blues side of his repertoire—a perfect pairing with a glass of vino on a Saturday night. 1953 San Elijo Ave., Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

Friday, Nov. 21 – The White Buffalo at Belly Up. Solana Beach. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. $18+ Belly Up is celebrating 40 years of bringing incredible live music to North County. Part of the celebration includes taping new episodes of “Live at the Belly Up,” their music series, which partners the venue with KPBS. Tonight they bring back an artist who is no stranger to their stage. The White Buffalo (nee Jake Smith) has a big booming voice that powerfully rings in an intimate setting such as this. His band, presents a style that blends folk, rock and classic country. Expect a full house for this one and be sure to smile for the KPBS cameras. 143 S. Cedros Ave., Solana Beach. www.BellyUp.com

Out of the Woods Pick of the Month Friday, Nov. 7 – Daley and Conner Youngblood at Casbah, San Diego. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. $18+ Soulful R&B artist Daley headlines this one, bringing his unique sound to an unplugged set. The singer-songwriter, who goes by his last name only, hails from Manchester, England, and has worked with artists from Gorillaz to Maxwell to Marsha Ambrosius. His debut album “Days & Nights” features several impressive tracks including the emotionally charged “Broken,” and the uplifting “Good News.” We’re looking forward to hearing stripped down versions in the intimate setting– maybe he’ll even bust out his cover of Sia’s “Chandelier.” That alone would be worth the trek to this downtown San Diego rock club. 2501 Kettner Blvd., San Diego. www.CasbahMusic.com

Bands, venues, and music-lovers: please submit listings for this calendar by emailing Jen@seasidecourier.com. ■

The Seeds: "The Seeds" original vinyl (LP) cover (Photo courtesy of GNP Crescendo Studios)

Documentary: Revisit The Seeds Nov. 8 at La Paloma in Encinitas Jen

Van Tieghem Seaside Courier Music Writer

hile Millennials may not recognize The Seeds’ band name on sight, current generations of musicmakers and fans undoubtedly feel their effect. Contemporary rockers ooze with the influence of garage and psychedelic rock, two styles The Seeds pioneered throughout the 1960s. As the seasons turn back to these classic genres there could be no better time to revisit a band of that original era. Thus the documentary, “Pushin’ Too Hard,” named for The Seeds’ Top 40 hit, premiered earlier this year at The Egyptian Theater in Hollywood—and now it’s coming to a venue near you. The legendary music and story of The Seeds will arrive by way of La Paloma Theatre, 471 S. Coast Highway 101, in Encinitas, with a screening of “Pushin’ Too Hard” at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 8. The 110-minute film, narrated by author Pamela Des Barres, explores The Seeds’ rise to popularity and eventual decline. Their intriguing story is told through vintage concert footage and audio, rare photos and new interviews with surviving band members and fans,

including Iggy Pop and Bruce Johnston of The Beach Boys. Neil Norman, an award-winning producer and performer, who now owns the 60-year-old record label, worked with many others to bring The Seeds legacy to the silver screen. “As my father, Gene Norman, signed them to [GNP Crescendo Records] in the ‘60s, I was able

Hooper. The three will host a panel and Q & A following the showing of the documentary, which Norman describes as a “rags-to-riches-to-rags story.” The band’s importance and impact has been far-reaching, said Norman, who cites groups from The Doors to The Smashing Pumpkins as bands under The Seeds’ influence. Notably, their song “Can’t Seem to Make You Mine” has been covered by a wealth of artists including Alex Chilton (Big Star, The Box Tops), Garbage and the Ramones. The song also appeared in the new 2014 Jimi Hendrix biopic, “Jimi: All Is By My Side.” “Their career being a roller coaster ride with great heights and depressing lows is also interesting in human terms,” Norman said. “Nevertheless, their music endures throughout the world.” The Seeds have also seen resurgence in popularity due to successful reissues of their music. Rolling Stone Magazine included a recently re-released collection, Singles A’s & B’s, 1965 – 1970, in their “Best Reissues of 2014,” giving it four out of five stars. Lou’s Records and Ugly Things Magazine are presenting the Encinitas screening. “As in their heyday, The Seeds have received a tremendous reaction to their biopic,” Norman concluded. “Our first two showings were sellouts and we are expecting another.” For more information, visit PushinTooHard.com. ■

Rolling Stone Magazine included a recently re-released collection, Singles A’s & B’s, 1965 – 1970, in their “Best Reissues of 2014,” giving it four out of five stars. to witness their evolution firsthand,” said Norman, director and producer of the film. “Their music is as vibrant and important today as when it was first recorded. This is why I knew I would make a film about them.” The Seeds were “great innovators in style, intensity and sensuality,” he surmised. That intensity is revealed in the film through electric live performances, which left lasting impressions on fans and musicians alike, along with singer Sky Saxon’s “famed eccentricities,” according to film producer Alec Palao. Norman and Palao will be in attendance for the San Diego premiere along with original keyboardist of The Seeds, Daryl

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Teacher, from page 1 She worked alongside her mother, a phlebotomist, at war clinics. “I saw many terrible things,” she said. “I saw children dying, literally, in front of my eyes.” Teran-Cruz said she wanted to become a pediatrician but the idea of paying for medical school wasn’t possible for a family who fled their country to come to the U.S. “When you come to a new country and you don’t speak the language, and your father has $500, you can’t go to medical school,” Teran-Cruz said. “That’s how I became a chiropractor. It was my way of making lemonade out of lemons.” But by the age of 30, TeranCruz knew she had a bigger passion. “I had practiced with my husband for six years but...I was at a crossroads,” Teran-Cruz said. “I liked and enjoyed being a chiropractor but I asked myself, ‘Do I want to do this when I’m 60?’ I didn’t have a passion for it.” Then, upon the offer of a patient who was a teacher, she visited a class. “There was no turning back after visiting her class,” TeranCruz said. “I don’t have the opportunity to heal children but now I can teach them.” Teran-Cruz began attending National University in the evenings to earn her teaching credential and then began her student teaching at Jefferson Elementary. Now she’s in her 17th year at Jefferson Elementary School in Carlsbad, where she

Above: Maria Teran-Cruz, center, is announced as a finalist for the San Diego County Teacher of the Year award. Pictured on the right is Jefferson Elementary Principal Chad Lund. Left: Jefferson Elementary is proud of Maria Teran-Cruz.

teaches fourth grade. Her presence has made such an impact at the school that she was named Carlsbad Unified School District’s Teacher of the Year. On Oct. 11, Teran-Cruz was one of five who won the prestigious award of San Diego County Teacher of the Year. “The nomination was definitely an honor especially when it comes within,” said Teran-Cruz who has lived in Carlsbad for 14 years. “It was just amazing and surprising. Then, to hear my name at the [October] gala was definitely

shocking especially when you know the kind of teachers there are in San Diego County. I don’t know if I’m an amazing teacher but I love what i do and it shows every day.” But, for Teran-Cruz, there’s a greater honor from being a teacher. “I love touching the lives of these children,” Teran-Cruz said. “At some point, if you’re doing a good job, you’re going to benefit them, the community and the country. You’re making lives better.”

And, with the help of her own children—Michael and Amy— she was able to become a “better teacher” to her students. “I teach my children the way I want Michael and Amy, my own, to be taught,” Teran-Cruz said. “I teach them with dedication, perseverance, kindness and creativity. Every time I look at their faces, I see my own children. I try harder to be a better teacher every day.” According to school officials, it marks the very first time that any teacher from the Carlsbad Unified School District has been named a finalist since the inception of the awards in 1974. “We did it!,” Teran-Cruz said on stage during the Oct. 11 awards gala held at Balboa Theater in San Diego. “I have to tell you this honor belongs to the entire community. It belongs to Carlsbad, specifically to Jefferson Elementary, to my sisters in the trenches, to my principal desperately teaching me to breathe… And especially to my little ones. Those little ones is what makes me the teacher I am. This is such an honor.” Also named as San Diego County teachers of the year were: John Berray (West Hills High School, Grossmont Union); Mary Goins (Lakeside Middle School, Lakeside Union); Sara Matthews (Sarah Anthony School, San Diego County Office of Education); and Khampet Pease (Woodrow Wilson Middle School, San Diego Unified). The honor qualified the five recipients to enter this year’s statewide contest. ■

Pet of the Month Grandpa In honor of November being Adopt a Senior Pet Month, “Grandpa” is the Seaside Courier pet of the month at your Rancho Coastal Humane Society. He’s a 12-year-old, 7-pound, Toy Poodle.

CERT training course begins Nov. 5 A Community Emergency Response Team training course begins soon. The first in a series of sessions will be held Nov. 5 in Encinitas, and is free and open to all residents or employees of Del Mar, Encinitas, Rancho Santa Fe and Solana Beach who are 18 years or older. CERT volunteers are trained in basic life and property saving skills in the event of a major disaster when professional services have not yet arrived or are overwhelmed. The 25-hour CERT training course covers the following topics:

Disaster Preparedness

Wildland Urban Interface / Fire Safety

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Disaster Medical Operations

Light Search and Rescue Operations

CERT Organization Disaster Psychology Terrorism and CERT The training begins Wednesday, Nov. 5 at 6:30 p.m. at the Encinitas Community Center at 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. To register, send an email to alewin@encinitasca.gov. ■

Grandpa is a loveable little guy who likes to snuggle on your lap. Once in a while he’ll let out a soft howl like a baby wolf. He’s an active guy. One of the care providers in the kennels describes Grandpa as a “Sexy Senior Citizen.” What he’s lacking in size he more than makes up for with his giant personality. He was transferred to RCHS from another animal shelter through the FOCAS program. The $75 adoption fee for Grandpa includes medical exam, vaccinations, neuter and microchip. Find your best friend at Rancho Coastal Humane Society at 389 Requeza Street in Encinitas or log on to SDpets.org. Call 760-753-6413 for more information or to sponsor a pet until it’s adopted. Kennels and Cattery open are open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Monday. Community notes from RCHS: “Better with a Buddy” is back at your Rancho Coastal Humane Society. Adopt a cat or kitten, then come back any time within one year and adopt a second cat or kitten for only $25. “Who gets to eat today? You…or Me?” Nobody should have to ask that question. November marks the second anniversary of the Community Pet Food Bank at your Rancho Coastal Humane Society. It provides food and other supplies for the pets of senior citizens living on fixed incomes, families that are working poor, people with disabilities or terminal illnesses, veterans, and members of the homeless community. Get your pet’s photo taken with “Santa Paws” on Saturday, Nov. 30 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Drake Center for Veterinary Care at 195 N. El Camino Real in Encinitas. Proceeds go to your Rancho Coastal Humane Society. For more information visit the Drake Center for Veterinary Care or call 760-753-9393. ■

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Sea Creatures: On Fire Chris Ahrens

After borrowing a classic Volkswagen van from my friend Johnny and painting it up ‘60s style, we were off.

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atching Joel Tudor and his nine-year-old son Tosh surf Swami’s 20th Annual Return to the Reef Club Invitational, caused me to reflect on the past. Yes, it really has been nearly a quarter of a century since I first met Joel and directed him and Wingnut in a little surf video called “On Safari to Stay.” It began as my stories always do, with me being broke and trying to figure out how to pay rent. It was then I approached my lifelong friend Steve Cleveland on the idea of doing a surf film about the longboard revival that was starting to hit its stride. The idea was that two young longboarders, played by Robert “Wingnut” Weaver, and Joel Tudor—whom I gave the nickname “Clash” to because of his purple and green surfboard and orange trunks—were off in search of the mythical ‘60s. I contacted Bruce Brown, who helped patch the movie together by giving us a few minutes of his priceless footage, Herbie Fletcher, who did the same, and ‘60s stars, Donald Takayama and Skip Frye, who agreed to play mentors to the new kids. Cleveland found the necessary cash, and we hired surf filmmaker Greg Weaver.

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Swami’s Beach, Encinitas (Photo credit Chris Ahrens)

After borrowing a classic Volkswagen van from my friend Johnny and painting it up ‘60s style, we were off. With Joel,

Steve and Wingnut in the vehicle we headed out to ride waves at San Onofre with Skip and Donald and a cast of other long-

boarder characters, anxious to appear in the film. We were racing down the freeway at a whopping 50 miles per hour when I heard Joel shout from the back seat, words I never wanted to hear: “We’re on fire!” Turning onto Las Pulgas Road, we removed the boards from the vehicle just in time to watch it burn all the way down to the tires. Just then Donald (Takayama’s) nephew Michael showed up and offered us a ride to San-O. I hadn’t seen Michael since that day, and had nearly forgotten how he helped us. It wasn’t until reading his name on a heat sheet at the aforementioned Swami’s contest, that my memory was ignited.

San Onofre offered fun surf that day and after surfing, Donald, as he so often did, made food for everyone on hand, including the legendary Phil Edwards. Before a sand lot football game quarterbacked by Bill Dice and another of Donald’s nephews, Guy Takayama left our cast sidelined; we called the game and hit the surf again. From San Onofre we went to Malibu, Cardiff and Cabo, where we encountered another Volkswagen on fire, and filmed Joel and Wingnut warming their hands on the flames. Since that film premiered in 1991, longboarding has exploded worldwide. Steve Cleveland has gone on to make numerous other surf films; Joel and Wingnut have become surf royalty. After surfing and shaping for over 60 years, Donald Takayama passed away recently, and was mourned by the entire surfing community. Skip Frye continues to surf daily and build some of the world’s most coveted surfboards. And I write about such things. Many surfers from my youth are still surfing, and it does my heart good to see kids celebrating classic longboarding in much the same way we all did more than half a century ago. To that we owe the vision of ageless gremmies like Joel and Wingnut. Without their passion, traditional longboarding may have never caught fire. Ride on! ■

17 LOCAL NEWS Wellness in North County: Water, water everywhere, but…

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Chris Ahrens

Seaside Courier

e’re a water planet, occupied by water-based creatures. We drink, bathe, and sometimes surf in water. Water is even a second home to some humans, and some have organized entire companies dedicated to protecting this, the most precious liquid on earth. I was taught as a child to “never pass a water faucet.” When I got older I was told to drink at least six tall glasses of water a day. Most people I know drink a lot of water, and many complain of still being dehydrated. Could it be they’re drinking the wrong type of water? I caught up with “Water Girl,” Robin Colvey recently, and she filled me in on her years of research on water. It wetted my appetite to know more. Interviewed exclusively in Ki’s Restaurant in Cardiff on Sept. 22, 2014. Seaside Courier: What got you started researching water? Robin Colvey: I realized that during the last 35 years I had a deep fear that my health could implode on me. I constantly purchased top newsletters from well-known naturopaths, until I had drawers of them. If I read about something new I’d purchase it if I thought there was any chance it could help me. I tried hundreds of different supplements and poured, flushed actually, thousands and thou-

Water (Photo credit Chris Ahrens)

sands of dollars away. I couldn’t stop, because if I did I would miss the one thing that might make all the difference. Once I found Kangen Water, however, I realized why nothing had worked. SC: But most bottled water is okay, right? RC: Nobody checks to see where it’s coming from. Only two percent of bottled water companies even test their water. Even then, they don’t let their test results out. There’s no regulation on bottled water. SC: What about that water that comes from that famous island?

RC: First, the bottles are produced in China and sent to the island. Then a gas-powered plant pumps the water, 24-7. The water is then shipped to the United States and trucked all across the country. The bottles themselves contain BPA. If there’s any heat at all, all those toxins go into the water. There’s no regulation for how long these bottled waters sit on a shelf, and it’s not uncommon for them to be there for two years. That entire time, plastic is leaking into your water. We spend billions of dollars on water because it has pretty pictures on

the bottle! SC: The other day I bought water at a gas station, and the water was more expensive than the gas I was buying. People get so upset about gas prices; what about water? RC: People have yet to make the connection. SC: What about reverse osmosis? RC: It’s the worst because all the minerals are stripped out of it. When the minerals have been stripped out, your body then goes to your bones, your joints, etc, to replace those minerals. You lose

six to seven gallons in reverse osmosis for every gallon that’s produced. SC: The big thing for a while was distilled water. RC: Right, but it’s dead water. Most water you buy is dead water. There’s no additional minerals or negative electrons in it. A lot of bottle waters add synthetic magnesium, calcium, lemon, cherry, anything… SC: Tap water at least has some minerals in it, right? RC: It does, but it also has so many other chemicals in it. If people really knew what was in their water, they wouldn’t even wash their clothes in it. Even what we consider pure water is usually foul. Particles from the air, from the environment, will eventually work their way into the water. SC: Why Kangen Water? RC: There are many reasons, but what first got my attention was to realize that it has been used in the top 100 hospitals in Japan for the past 40 years. This is a country where focus is on treating the cause, rather than the symptoms of disease. The same medical grade water they use is now available through Kangen home units. The body is 75 per cent water, and needs to be in an alkaline state to be healthy. Most waters are acidic. I’ve realized that to change the pattern of disease, you have the change the water. But you don’t have to take my word for it. Try it and let the water speak for itself. ■

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Pictured left to right during a Sept. 30 joint Encinitas City Council and Planning Commission workshop are: Planning Commissioner Ruben Flores, Commissioner Tony Brandenburg, Planning and Building Director Jeff Murphy and Deputy Planning and Building Director Majeet Ranu. (Photo credit Maggie Avants)

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dents can expect if they attend one of five upcoming community dialogue meetings about the housing element. Those meetings are currently scheduled to begin in mid-November and will be held in each of the city’s five communities: Cardiffby-the-Sea, New Encinitas, Old Encinitas, Leucadia and Olivenhain. At the close of the community dialogue meetings, residents will be directed to participate in E-Town Hall, a soon-to-launch interactive, online conversation about the housing element update. “We are hoping this thing goes viral,” said Manjeet Ranu, deputy director of of the city’s Planning and Building Department. The housing element is required as part of any city’s general plan, and it is typically necessary to show proof of one to benefit from most county, state and federal grant programs. But Encinitas has not passed a state-certified housing element since the 1990s, according to Ranu, who said the city must now prove it has developable sites to accommodate approximately 1,300 affordable housing units. “We are the only city in the county that doesn’t have a certified housing element,” Ranu said. This is because the latest attempt for a proposed housing element was rejected by City Council in 2011, he said. Further, due to Proposition A that was passed in 2013, Encinitas developments above two stories must be approved by voters. Ranu and other planning staff will be joined by city Communications Officer Marlena Medford in much of the upcoming public outreach, set to begin this month. “Maybe there has been a misunderstanding about what it is,” said Medford. “That is why we are making such an earnest effort to reach out to the community and it is all leading back to a vote in 2016.” Medford said city staff plans to reach out to PTA groups, homeowners’ associations, town councils and other civic groups in the hopes they will pass the word along about the launch of E-Town Hall. She described it as an interactive website where residents can view how different types of housing would look in their neighborhood—prospective sites

have been identified throughout and many agreed—that staff the city’s five communities—and should take care to avoid “plangive feedback as to how to pre- ner speak.” “You want to make sure that serve their community character. “Everything we are doing is to it can stand alone and speak for put them in a position to make itself, and currently it is a bit an informed decision and have challenging...there are a lot of a clear understanding of every- planning terms,” Gaspar said, adding that she also worried thing involved,” Medford said. There are already critics of whether all residents would have the way Encinitas is going about Internet and/or technology access when it comes to participating in updating the plan, however. Julie Graboi, a candidate for E-Town Hall. Councilman Mark Muir said he City Council, says it will be hard to quantify results from E-Town liked the “visualness” of the preHall. Instead, Graboi says the city should use the results from surveys sent out to residents as part of the recent general plan update. “Citizen surveys from the general plan update that were obtained at Poster boards similar to the one pictured here will be displayed during community dialogue workshops held in Encinitas' five comgreat cost munities during November. (Photo credit Maggie Avants) remain sitting in boxes and binders without sentation, but that he too wanted being processed in a scientific to be sure the average resident manner,” Graboi said. “The big- could understand the jargon. Only a board of Old Encinitas gest problem with the housing element update process that was shown during the preview makes it invalid and a failure meeting, so Councilwoman Lisa going out the chute is that the Shaffer wanted to be sure resisurveys and methods for collect- dents could view information ing information will be based on about all the communities at each a biased survey sample and other meeting. “They should have the opportudesign flaws.” After hearing from Graboi and nity to do that at each and every a few other members of the public meeting,” Shaffer said. “It also at the Sept. 30 workshop, City helps them know we are not just Council members and Planning picking on their neighborhood...I commissioners had a chance to get to all other parts of Encinitas view large storyboards of infor- all the time and it matters to me mation regarding the housing how they operate.” Commissioner JoAnn Shannon element. The boards contained maps of suggested providing photos of prospective development sites, affordable housing projects in as well as different types of other coastal cities to give resiaffordable housing, such as apart- dents something to relate to. As for the Cozens, Tom encourments, condominiums, flats and townhomes. The housing could be aged the city to be flexible. “The between two- and three-stories demographics in Encinitas have high with as many as 30 dwell- changed significantly since the 11 Hammonds got off the train ing units per acre. Because the items will be used and we need to be flexible; growth as visual presentations during comes so quickly,” he said. “Even when we didn’t live here the community meetings, staff invited Council members and we felt it was our community,” commissioners to give them Peggy said. “It’s important they feedback and identify any “fatal are doing this. It’s going to be an open forum for the community to flaws.” Mayor Kristin Gaspar said— participate in.” ■

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November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month: A good time to plan ahead Sharon

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y A longtime Hospice of the North Coast supporter recently lost his wife of 62 years. Thankfully, the illness that terminated her life was brief and, for the most part, free of pain. Her beloved husband’s anguish was lessened by knowing he made the right decision at the end. They both had Advanced Care Directives with Do Not Resuscitate mandates. But unsure of what to do in this most delicate of life’s transitions, he asked the doctor, “What would you do if this were your wife or mother?” The doctor gently replied, without hesitation, “Let her go.” So he did. Despite the fact that most people (many health professionals included!) don’t want to think or talk about it, death has been a fact of life since Earth began. To ensure that you and your loved ones are able to die on your own terms, I encourage you to use November’s National Hospice and Palliative Care Month as an occasion to open lines of communication. And take positive action.

Most people say they want to pass peacefully at home. Sadly, many don’t, due in part to lack of advanced planning. They die in hospital intensive care units surrounded by machines instead of transitioning in a warm, home or homelike environment surrounded by family, friends and pets. As a clinically trained hospice clinician and someone who has lost loved ones, I know the difference hospice can make in helping the terminally ill die in comfort and dignity. As HNC’s executive director, I know the difference that an intimate, patient-centric, community hospice such as ours can make. We began as a tiny group of congregants organized to help care for a dying patient in her home. In 1980, only 12 years after the concept of hospice was introduced in the U.S., Hospice of the North Coast was established. Since then, we have passionately and compassionately pursued our mission of helping people have a peaceful life-through-death experience. And really, isn’t that what all of us want? Sharon Lutz, RN, BSN, CHPN, is executive director of Hospice of the North Coast. ■

Help make Holiday Baskets 2014 a success E n c i n i t a s based Community Resources Center is gearing up for another season of giving. Holiday Baskets, the largest distribution program of its kind in San Diego County, provides a dignified and free “shopping experience” for families who might otherwise receive nothing for the holidays, according to CRC. Each year, approximately 1,500 local needy families are provided with food, coats, blankets, gifts and more during the holiday season. This year’s distribution dates are set for Dec. 19-21.

Leading up to that, members of the community are invited to help make Holiday Baskets 2014 a success through corporate sponsorships, hosting drives, volunteering or making cash donations. More information can be found at Crcncc.org/hb14 ■

Built in the 1970s, the Fire Station 2 property is located at 1867 Mackinnon Road in Cardiff. (Photo credit City of Encinitas)

City of Encinitas seeks to sell or lease former Cardiff fire station

ncinitas City Council is seeking potential renters or buyers for the former Fire Station 2 property located at 1867 Mackinnon Road. The 2,447 square-foot fire station was built in the 1970s on a 7,400 square-foot lot in the Cardiff community, and the property is zoned for public/semipublic uses. The City Council in August directed city staff to develop an outreach plan to assess interest in leasing or purchasing the property. The plan will be presented to Council at a future Council meeting. “I have already had about 12 parties contact me about the prop-

erty,” said Senior Management Analyst Bob McSeveney, who is working on a potential request

“I have already had about 12 parties contact me about the property.” -Bob McSeveney for proposal (RFP) and outreach plan. He said that the RFP will be “a simple one that is open-ended.”

If a home builder wanted to purchase the property, the zoning use would need to be changed from public/semi-public to residential. This could take two years or more to process, and it would require a vote by the residents due to Proposition A that was passed last year. Once the RFP and outreach plan are approved by City Council, the City plans to advertise the property and use numerous ways to promote it for sale or lease. In the meantime, interested parties may contact McSeveney at 760-633-2613 or bmcseveney@encinitasca.gov. ■

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