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Soquel Creek Water District Election Water has become a controversial issue throughout California and especially here in the Soquel Creek Water District. The issues in the last two years have run the gamut from Desal, to Building Moratoriums to Water Budgets to Water Penalties and the never-ending search for a supplemental supply of water. Full Story page 8-9
Due to space constraints some candidate answers were edited for length. Their full answers are available on our website. at http://alturl.com/xahw4
2014 Open Studios October, more than 300 Santa Cruz County artists open their studios to the public for demonstrations of the artistic process, art exhibits, and opportunities for visitors to purchase art directly from the source. The tour includes multi-stop studios like the Tannery Arts Center and individual workspaces scattered throughout the county. This year, there are 44 artists who are new to the Tour and 35 who have participated for more than twenty years. Full Story page 11
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Fifty Years of Watsonville Fly-Ins The Watsonville Fly-In and Airshow turns 50 this year, and is celebrating the “Golden Anniversary Celebration� October 10-12 at the Watsonville Municipal Airport with what promises to be the biggest and most spectacular air show to date. Hank Wempe, president of the Watsonville Fly-In and Airshow Board, said, “We’ve put together the “Home Town
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“Fly-In� from page 1 “In addition to skydiving and aerobatics, we’ve got an experimental planes, and a returning military jet, the T-33 Shooting Star,� he said. This annual celebration of all things aviation attracts pilots who display their aircraft from biplanes to P-51s and enthu-
fan of biplanes. “I love walking past the row of biplanes, reading their histories, and swooning over the engines. They’re with cylinders forming a perfect circle is an engineering marvel. Daniel, who earned his pilot’s license at age 62, admits much of the draw is “dreaming that I, too, might be There are more than biplanes and attendees will have the chance to discover all the thrill and skill it takes to carry our Air Force missions on the Air Force Simu-
other parts of the country just to be here. Tom Daniel of St. Louis Missouri is one such enthuairshows all over the country and loves the Watsonville show the most. “It seems like California airplanes are maintained especially well, everything is clean and shiny,� he explains. “I’ve spent entire days sitting on a bale of hay with the gentle breeze from the sea, watching the airplanes in and out constantly, and dreaming my dreams.� He’s a particular
point of view of what it’s like to missile Col. Marcus Johnson, Air Force Marketing Division, says, “The simulator will demonstrate why we have the world’s greatest Air Force, but it also illustrates that we succeed as a team.�
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Fly-in Arrivals 7:00 am Early Bird Gate opens 8:00 am Balloon “Tethered Flights” 8:00 am Warbird/Helicopter Rides 8:00 am Morning Closure of Airspace 12 noon Opening Ceremonies! 12 noon Greg Colyer Acemaker Lockheed T-33 Jet 12:10 pm Vicki Benzing Aerosports 1940 Boeing Stearman 12:25 pm Dr. D’s Ole Time Aecrobatics 1946 Taylorcraft 12:40 pm West Coast Ravens Formation Flying Team 12:55 pm Rich Perkins Marchettii SF.260 1:15 pm Warbirds Fly-By 1:30 pm Field Reopens 1:50 pm
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trong, bright, funny, smart, fearless, holy – these are just a few of the adjectives Mary Sims Chikis’ friends and family use to describe her. In her 63
town to sell. That was our grocery money.” Mary’s family didn’t need very many groceries, though. “We bought sugar and fruit trees, so we bought canned fruit. We
in the same house her husband built on Cedar Street – she’s witnessed tremendous changes in the area, and even directly
her life has been well-lived.
helping out on her family’s large working farm milking the cows by age 10, helping work to be done. Her family raised their own meat, chickens, eggs, and grew wheat, “We collected cream to sell,” remembers Mary. “Every Saturday we’d bring a 10 gallon container of cream to
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Depression.” Her parents were devout Catholics. Church was so important that they ventured out to attend weekly services even in the harsh Dakota winters. They family didn’t have a car, so they piled onto a large sleigh pulled by 2 horses. Her father drove it wearing a big raccoon coat and hat while oven-warmed bricks helped keep the family’s hands and feet warm. for Minneapolis where she worked for several years until World War II broke out. When she heard the Navy shipyard in Portland was hiring, Mary packed her bags and moved again. In Portland, she met the
special spaghetti dinner while watching the activities. And since it’s Kidz Friday, the annual Kidz Zone will be open for children aged 12 and under. Glen Ceresa, Board Director of Vendors, said there will be rides, an obstacle course, hamster ball, slide, bungee trampoline, and more. under-the-stars -screening of the DisneyToonStudios’ hit movie “Planes.” “Sponsored with our partner Bay
They courted for just 6 months before he Not one to be deterred, Mary enlisted in the Navy herself and became a WAVE (Women Accepted into Volunteer Emergency Service). After a 6-week training ington, D. C. “Women weren’t allowed to go overseas,” Mary pointed out ruefully. She lived in a barracks with 1,000 other women and worked as the commissary working there. Mary went back to her family’s farm after the war, but not for long. That Portland boyfriend, back from the war, wrote and talked her into moving to his hometown of Oakdale, CA even arranging a place for her to stay. The rest, they say, is history. After courting for just 1 more month, they married and had two children. They heard
the oldest, was 2. He built the house on Cedar Street where they raised their family and where Mary lived for the next 60 years.
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the 50th anniversary celebration,” said Ceresa. “We welcome the opportunity to bring this instant classic to the Fly-in & Air Show.” Bay Federal Vice President Amy
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Soquel Creek Water District Elections W ater has become a controversial issue throughout California and especially here in the Soquel Creek Water District. The issues in the last two years have run the gamut from Desal, to Building Moratoriums to Water Budgets to Water Penalties and the never-ending search for a supplemental supply of water. It all comes to a head in the election for new Directors to make decisions about the future of our water. Three seats are open on the board with two of the incumbents,
election and seven new candidates, Carla Christensen, Doug Deaver, John Hughes Jr., Maria Marsilio, Bill McGowan, John
Times Publishing Group, Inc., as the publisher of the Aptos Times and Capitola Soquel Times, is devoted to the task of informing the voters concerning the candidates’ positions on current issues rather than endorsing a particular person for the the nine candidates: Question 1: Of the alternative water supplies studied, which one would you choose and why? Question 2: Do you support a monthly water budget of 75 gallons per person per day for residential water users? Question 3: Do you agree that a building moratorium is a viable way to help prevent saltwater intrusion? Here are their answers in the order received. John Hughes Jr. did not respond. Q1 Of the alternative water supplies studied, which one would you choose and why? Carla Christensen: There are two groundwater replenishment projects being considered by the SqCWD. I would support either of those two for their more moderate cost. Either project would imme-
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to reverse saltwater intrusion. However the SqCWD should investigate any and all possible new sources of water. I want those and not be expedient political decisions engendered by special interest groups I want the District to continue to develop a realistic hydrologic water model of our complicated aquifers. Shellie Roy: Before choosing an
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entire basin. I have a strong background in building collaborative, results oriented opinions and am anxious to put my skills to work for the users of the Soquel Creek Water District. Rick Meyer: The Board of Directors, on which I sit, unanimously chose water recycling, after an exhaustive, public exploration of alternatives. Wastewater is highly and injected into the aquifers to replenish
of action for the Board should be to work with Santa Cruz County to create a special district to fund the alternatives. There are 4 water districts and thousands of private wells tapped into the water table. The costs to construct a sustainable water table must be borne fairly and equitably by all who rely on its waters. The County has the authority to create a district consisting of all those who draw on the water table, as excellent study of the entire water table. Maria Marsilio: I would like to see rainwater used in a more productive manner.
recycling feasible. A water recycling project is estimated to cost about $53 - $56 million. The wastewater supply is reliable. The technologies have been proven around the world as safe and healthy. The energy use is a fraction of that needed for desalination. The marine impact is positive rather than negative. I expect total environmental impact to be low. I think the likelihood of permitting delays and litigation is less. : First, a new supply of water is needed because we have over pumped the groundwater basin since the early
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community. Indeed, the solutions in the short term may evolve into other solutions in the long term. I am receptive to desalination as a primary additional source but would be careful to ensure we develop an desalination solution for our community. Doug Deaver: At this time I wouldn’t select any one over another. I believe that all options need to be evaluated. Achieving a successful solution will require collaboration with other partners, regulatory approval, and potential political oppobalances cost, probability of success, and community support. I don’t we are far enough down the path to select one option over another. John Prentice: Groundwater storage groundwater is typically much cheaper than surface water storage or desalination. The median cost of groundwater recharge -
a Director. Since I have been on the Board harvest rain water such as, rain tanks, percolation ponds, quarries, permeable pavement, green roofs, rain gardens, bio-
levels by enhanced conservation, accelerated education programs, and a tiered rate structure. This is not enough. We have
Evaporation loss or minimalized rivers
support immediately getting water rights to allow water transfers with Santa Cruz, which would be the least expensive option and can come online the quickest. I also support further investigations of reverse osmosis of recycled water, treating it to ensure it is safe, and injecting it into our aquifer where naturally occurring microbes will further clean the water. Whatever option or combination of options that is chosen should be carefully evaluated for
Q2 Do you support a monthly water budget of 75 gallons per person per day for residential water users? Carla Christensen: It is regrettable that the old board majority put us in this situation where we have to work hard to conserve until we can get a new water
requires a multi-faceted approach as well as collaboration among the users in the
of water it can deliver. The District’s choice will be voted on by our customers. Bill McGowan: I am receptive to all forms of supplemental water supply 8 / October 1st 2014 / Aptos Times
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including recycled water, surface water exchanges, rainwater collection and desalination, as long as they provide timely, safe
recharging the aquifers the ground water storage helps avoid and reduce many of the cost of groundwater overdraft.
30 years of overpumping and the resulting saltwater intrusion, I must support the 75 per person per day monthly allotment. There needs to be an appeal process and exceptions for need as part of this plan. And I would increase rebates to motivate even more water saving. Shellie Roy: The members of the
SCWD voluntarily reduced overall consumption by 16% in June. Setting 75 gallons as an optimum target assists resiand changing norms in water uses, landscape choices, etc. are part of a sustainable solution. But conservation canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t conserve water we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have. It is also necessary to utilize technological innovations to assist and expand the water nature provides. Population is growing. We need to grow our water supply to meet both agricultural and residential requirements. Maria Marsilio: The Board of Directors stated in a public meeting that they came up with the quantity of 75 gallons per person per day by looking at average usage. If this Conservation Plus program is put in place, I will actively help the users to understand methods so that they can live within their water budget comfortably and thus will not need to be charged higher fees for going over their allotment. I strongly support empowering users to be part of the solution and encourage their input. Rick Meyer designed a ConservationPlus program that would involve a water budget. The board has heard a lot of compelling criticisms at our hearings. As a result, we unanimously decided to re-examine the program. The District should only care about long term water use, since we have a long-term problem. I also voted to reexamine the program because its goals for water savings have already been met twice
net decrease in pumping over the last 10 years. As a community, we are headed in the right direction without adopting mandatory restrictions. I do support continued education and community involvement in building a sustainable water supply for our community. Doug Deaver: I support continuing this program on a voluntary basis at the current time while we continue to evaluate the condition of the basin and while we pursue basin wide collaboration for a total solution. Community response to me is that people are willing to live out of buckets for the short term, but they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want mandatory rationing at this level (or worse) to be the way of life for the next 10 or 20 years. John Prentice: I do not support mandatory monthly water budgets of 75 gallons per day. I do support a new billing rate structure that rewards those who are able to adjust their life style and conserve below that amount. Unlike the current rate structure, I believe we should move towards a process that rewards those who conserve. in our community and our rates are 200% more than some neighboring cities. Q3 Do you agree that a building moratorium is a viable way to help prevent saltwater intrusion? Carla Christensen: The best way to stop saltwater intrusion is by achieving balance between water extracted from and program only buys us time until we can
of our customers. Beyond a certain point, conservation becomes a hardship and increasingly expensive measures would be needed. That is why we need a supplemental supply -- to avoid that hardship. : Some residential singlefamily home water uses have monthly bills of $3,000. They use more than 2,000 gallons/day. Is that fair to our other customers, who are doing their part to conserve water and help slow seawater intrusion? Admittedly, this is the extreme user. But, in the winter when outdoor use is less, 3% of our customers use 10% of the water and 25% of our customers use 50% of the water. As a Director, I heard what our customers were saying, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The program of 75/gal per person per day has problems.â&#x20AC;? The District is, with your help, coming up with a program that will reduce pumping to let groundwater levels recover to above sea level. Bill McGowan: I do not support mandatory monthly water budgets of 75 gallons per day. That type of restriction is not healthy or needed for our community. munity have already reduced water usage by over 20% in the last year with a
strained aquifers. Allowing such things as single-family residences and home and small business additions and remodels ordinary lives. Existing ratepayers should not have to endure onerous conservation rules or pay more to enable new large A moratorium, complete or partial, is not a solution but, at best, a stopgap measure to halting the saltwater intrusion that now threatens our water source. Our best that allow reasonable growth within the framework of our current zoning laws. Shellie Roy: A Moratorium canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t undo 30 years of over draft. A building moratorium addresses 2% of aquifer draw with no impact on private wells. But worse, moratoriums harm the households in our communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s middle class. As a former policy maker in Aspen, Colorado (County Commissioner Board) I saw that moratoriums did not accomplish our long-term purposes, and worse -- they drove out the large and eco-
nomically critical sector of people engaged in remodeling, selling and building real estate. This is our middle class -- the people who make the community. A moratorium is a very, very bad idea. Maria Marsilio: My opinions on this subject have evolved. There is very little buildable land in the District. So, re-models and single family dwellings do not add sigpumped from the aquifer. Rick Meyer: Although as a Board member, I had seriously considered a moratorium, we found a better way. The potential moratorium did not even come up for a vote. Until a supplemental water supply project is built, we will be dealing with a shortage. People who are doing their best to conserve wonder how we can at the same time issue new water hookups. We are doing so through a restructured water and need a new water meter pay for projects that reduce water demand somewhere in the District by 200% of their projected demand. We improved the program so that the savings from such projects will be measureable, very long term, and would not have happened anyway. The moratorium exploration is behind us now. : No. Through the water
those who want the new water, the groundIn the long term, additional water supply is the answer to recover our groundwater basin and to ensure clean, safe, water for future generations. Bill McGowan: No, a building moratorium enacted by the Water District would not help prevent seawater intrusion and would be harmful to our community.
Along with the negative impacts on our local economy, a building moratorium will contribute to the installation of more private wells (to get around the moratorium) and more uncontrolled pumping of seawater intrusion. Driving community members away from the District because of a building moratorium creates more division and seawater intrusion risk for our aquifer. an aquifer-wide issue that will require collaboration by all water users in our ground water basin. A building moratorium would have terrible impacts on local businesses and our overall quality of life. Doug Deaver: I believe that a building moratorium is not a viable solution. First of all Soquel Creek Water users account for less than 50% of the basin usage, and the other usage is not under any restriction. Second, a moratorium means that ALL new hookups are bad â&#x20AC;&#x201C; medical facilities, school projects, churches, etc., and I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t believe that to be the case. Third a moratorium means that the Soquel Creek Water Disnew development can still elect to pursue drilling a well to provide needed water. I believe that Soquel Creek water policies should encourage new users to use District resources, not drill new wells. John Prentice: I absolutely do not agree with the moratorium as a way to prevent saltwater intrusion. This is very closedminded thinking that will not accomplish the long-range goals to protect our water source for future generations. Soquel Creek water experts have predicted a 2% increase over the next 10 years without a moratorium. That is very minimal compared to the immediate and long-term economic disaster would cause toward our local community.
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invited to attend. nization whose members supports the 10-branch Santa Cruz city-county library system through fundraising, volunteer services and advocacy. We currently have about 1,100 members. Each year,
the Friends raises about $80,000 that it donates to the Santa Cruz Public Libraries to pay for books, materials and programs for children and adults. Our two biggest annual fundraising events are our spring and fall used book sales (November 14 and 15 this year). We also hold a number of smaller sales throughout the year, such as the very successful one held at the Aptos branch in late August. A good portion of Friends dollars is generated through local chapters in Scotts Valley, Felton, Boulder Creek and La Selva Beach. The Friends board of directors approved a Capitola chapter last month. Aptos could be next. Our goal is to have a chapter for every library branch. meeting at the Aptos branch, as will county Library Director Teresa Landers. We’ll tell you what’s entailed in founding a Friends chapter and, hopefully, identify
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a core group of volunteers who will carry the ball forward. This is your chance to step forward and join other communityminded people who love their local library and want to make it even better. Friends chapters are especially important now that Santa Cruz Public Libraries is studying future building and
The Cabrillo College Governing Board will appoint new members at its October meeting. Applications are due Friday, October 3 by 12:00 p.m. to the President’s -
information, contact the Cabrillo College www.cabrillo.edu and click on the link entitled ‘Citizens’ Oversight Committee for Measure D’ to download the application. The Cabrillo College Governing Board passed a resolution on April 4, 2004 establishing the independent Citizens’ Oversight Committee. The committee is responsible for ensuring Cabrillo College’s by a $118 million general obligation bond passed by voters in March 2004. Please visit http://www.cabrillo. edu/internal/facilities/measured/ for
services needs at all 10 branches. A Friends chapter in Aptos would give local people a stronger voice in the process. If you’ve had a chance to visit the Scotts Valley branch Friends group can do.
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Sat & Sun 10am – 5pm). A public reception will be held on Sunday, September 28 from 3–6pm with entertainment by Kuzanga Marimba, frozen treats from Mission Hill Creamery and a variety of beers from Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing. The Preview Exhibit will be part of the First Friday Art Tour on October 3rd. “We’re thrilled to see another year of amazing variety. From watercolor and Tour’s artists span a broad range of media and represent every part of Santa Cruz line-up and the changes we’ve made to the 2014 Guide,” said Ann Ostermann, Open Studios & Events Manager. The $20 Open Studios Art Tour Guide is available Friday, September 5th at outlets throughout the Bay Area. The re-imagined Guide features larger artist images, neighborhood information, and a pull-out map to help make the most of the Tour.
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information for revisiting favorite stops. th year, our Tour is a national model which supports the livelihood of working artists, draws art lovers from near and far, and helps us provide arts education to thousands of children countywide. We’re excited to be a part of what makes Santa Cruz such a vibrant place to live and visit,” said Michelle Williams, Executive Director. Hotel Paradox is a major sponsor and the Preferred Hotel Partner of the
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was due to rising costs and a need to change the personality of the event. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We tried a new format at Lake Tahoe for the past two years,â&#x20AC;? Said Marc Monte, â&#x20AC;&#x153;And it worked great! We raised lots of money for their local schools on a completely voluntary basis. No selling tickets, no booths or vendors, no outside entertainment,
Marc Monte Similar to Capitola, the Tahoe area has lots of restaurants and other visitor-serving businesses. These businesses in Tahoe voluntarily donated a portion of their sales for that day to the foundation, which then these restaurants and stores,â&#x20AC;? said Monte, â&#x20AC;&#x153;And when it was all over, they gave us checks. There was no contract
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Controversy Splits Corralitos CVREA By Noel Smith
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found itself in controversy that has resulted in two opposing camps. One camp consists of the “Old Guard” and the other the “Newbies.” Several issues have been raised but they seem to revolve primarily around the Community Library housed in the Corralitos the Corralitos Farm & Garden Market, which takes place on the Community Center Parking lot and grounds every Sunday.
the library volunteer list were let go. Concerning the library portion of the controversy, the Newbies wanted to install computers and Internet access while the Old Guard wanted to keep it a traditional booksonly library. Also, the library had a separate bank account that was used for library business only and
closed the next day and the 31 volunteers on
asked what that meant, Johnston referred us to the minutes of the August 18 board meeting with Cause.” When asked what the “Cause” was, she did not answer.
Old Guard (Elizabeth Dickerson, Pat Driscoll, Joyce Medieros, George Medeiros, and Weldon the volunteer Library Director Joyce Medieros either resigned or were removed from the board for cause (Depending on whom you ask) by the Newbies (April Johnston, Wayne Miller, Michael Gaither, Cyndy Gaither, Andy
public since it closed in August. When asked why the library was closed, the current board president April Johnston, said it was because, “It
associated activities, including the library. After the closing, access to the library was forbidden to the old board members and even prizes that had been purchased or donated for children that had taken part in a summer reading program were held unavailable until recently. September
org/) now provides a list of programs and program improvements to be installed along with a new roof and insulation for the building, but doesn’t mention computers. The other issue concerns the Corralitos Farm & Garden Market. According to the
Sunday vendors can use the property to sell their strawberries, blueberries, cherries, lemons, tomatoes, herbs, squash, potatoes, carrots, peas, beets, and avocados, as well as a variety of other fruits, vegetables, lettuces and salad greens. Several of the current board members are said to be taking advantage of this low cost venue to sell their farm products – Wayne Michael Gaither is said to use the Community Center for some of his sales activities and Helena Fox uses the center to lead her Tai Chi classes. Also on the current board are Jennifer Johnston –April Johnston’s daughter, Cat Glass – Wayne Miller’s daughter, Cyndy Gaither – Michael Gaither’s spouse, and Cynthia Jordan who is said to be Wayne Miller’s next door neighbor. The dust hasn’t settled yet, but the community of Corralitos hopes to get its library back in operation and to see its Community Center once more a place where all are welcome.
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or camping chair, bring a friend and/ or your family and head for Capitola Beach, or the wharf, or the bluffs surrounding Capitola by the Sea and enjoy the wonder, awe and majesty of the 20th Monte Foundation Fireworks Extravaganza above Capitola on Saturday, October 11 at 8 pm (approx). And don’t forget the “Ooohs” and “Ahhhs” as you look skyward.
Our Earthquake By Kevin Newhouse
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his October 17 marks the 25-year
15 seconds. It was centered on a section of the San Andreas Fault near Loma Prieta Peak…hence the namesake. Loma Prieta translates to “Dark Mountain” and is the highest point in the Santa Cruz Mountains. The quake became known worldwide as the “Bay Area Earthquake,” but the epicenter was actually located in the Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, just a few miles up from Aptos Village. That’s right Aptos… it was and always will be, our earthquake! It was 5:04 pm when the ground started to shake. Game 3 of the World Series between the San Francisco Giants and the Oakland A’s was set to begin at 5:35. Millions of people were tuned in to watch the pre-game festivities at Candlestick Park time ever a major earthquake in the United States was broadcast live by television. It was the largest earthquake to occur on the San Andreas Fault since the 8.3 mag-
good deal of rain leading up to the quake. The hillsides were saturated and as the earth began to shake and Hinckley Creek in today’s Forest of Nisene Marks State Park was the scene of a deadly landslide. It was reported the slide was 500 feet wide,
descended with extraord i n a r y speed, and buried the Loma Prieta Lumber Mill under a mass of rock and trees of about 100 feet in depth. At least eight people were killed as a result of the slide. Some reports claim nine. More than a year had passed before the last
damage. To this day, the demolition of the Cooper House is a bitter topic among those who believe the wrecking ball came too quick, despite how many experts had agreed the building was unsafe and could not be saved for any reasonable amount of money. Just 10 days
duced over 1,000 landslides and rock-falls, there were no deaths reported as a result of them. Coincidently, there were no deaths reported as a result of residential damage in Santa Cruz County, as was the case in
met its tragic demise. A historic piece of Aptos Village was also lost as a result of the Loma Prieta earthquake. A block-long portion of the historic village located across from the Bay View Hotel was red-tagged by the county as it was left teetering on damaged piers
There were, however, 63 people that quake, six being Santa Cruz County residents. Approximately 3,757 people were injured and there was an estimated $6 billion in property damage. The Highway One Bridge over Harkins Slough in Watsonville collapsed. Downtown Santa Cruz suffered most of the county’s major structural
appeared the businesses might be saved with a bit of repairs and at the very worst, the buildings would be demolished and rebuilt. of the buildings that had been sitting atop damaged piers collapsed into the deep ravine of Aptos Creek. The Montad furniture store was one of the businesses lost. The Colonial Barber Shop, which was Aptos, was also lost in the tumble. Paul Johnston, a longtime Aptos resident, owned the building that collapsed into the ravine. He was 100 years old at the time of the quake and living in a convalescent home. According to his daughter, Anne Bass, upon showing him pictures of the damaged buildings, “He just shook his head and said he guesses he’ll have to start over.” Johnston’s determination was commendable but unfortunately he was unable to start over. The rubble was cleared from the ravine and all that remains today is a Not long after geologists determined that the epicenter was in The Forest of appeared in the general vicinity of the coorreplaced it with a hand painted sign, which that stands there today. However, because the epicenter is approximately 11 ½ miles
below the earth’s surface, it is nearly impossible to mark the exact location. As we commemorate the 25-year anniI urge you take this opportunity to create, review, and/or update your emergency plan for all potential natural disasters. For more information about the Aptos
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“There were lots of empty lots, lots of weeds,” remembers Mary. “Only 5 or 6 schools were in Santa Cruz or Watsonville, so the children went to Watsonville for school. Mary bought her groceries at the Purity market in Watsonville, sometimes picking up a few items at a small market located where Manuel’s is today. “There’ve been so many changes,” she says. “I wish I could remember them all.” Some things are the same, though – like the railroad tracks. “The train came from San Francisco every Sunday to take people to the Boardwalk. The Sunshine Special. I’d let the kids put pennies on the them. They liked that.” Her family also loved the beach. “We took the children there often,” she said. “My
Mary went back to work when Carolyn turned 7, and had a 20-year career as a supervisor at John Inglis Frozen Foods in Santa Cruz. Much like she did in her to play. Daughter Carolyn remembers her mother getting all dressed up to go out dancing on weekends. “I love to dance!” Mary agreed. “We used to go out almost every Saturday night, dancing and drinking. We’d go to the Portuguese Hall or the Coconut Grove. Also the Sail Inn – there’s a library there now. Sometimes we husband knew the owner there.” After she retired from Inglis, Mary enjoyed
smelt, cod, tuna. He set crab traps, too. We had company all the time, his family from Mary has remained a devout Catholic. When she moved to the area, the local church was St. Joseph’s that was then located at a corner of Bay and Capitola. helped with fund-raising for many years until the parish had the funds to build husband helped build the Poor Clares facility – now Coastlands Church. “They raised most of their own food – had big gardens with cows and sheep,” she remembers. “The Mother Superior heard about me. The nuns were cloistered, but
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on Saturdays I drove her around to pick up things the Catholic merchants around town gave them for free.” The last stop was always a slaughterhouse on the West Side of Santa Cruz, where they picked up a
“I was lucky on the slots,” she said with a twinkle in her eye. Mary, who has been widowed twice, lives with her daughter Carolyn now. “I’ve enjoyed good health,” she says, and is as happy and active as she’s ever been. “She’s an amazing woman, and still very active on our community,” says her friend Deb Murray. Mary loves to walk on the Seanew Ocean Paradise Nail and Spa, and eat dinner at Manuel’s. “I’m in a Bunco group that meets once a month,” she said. “If there’s one word I had to pick to describe my mother, it would be ‘fearless,’” says her daughter Carolyn. Fearless, admired, and much beloved by her family and friends, Happy Birthday Mary!
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ob Norton, Aptos resident since 2000, he has been involved with the Aptos Chamber Board for 13 years serving on the executive board, board president, and chair of the 4th of July Parade Committee for the past 11 years. 4th of July is his favorite day of year as it is the perfect example of just how special is Aptos with the volunteers and participants in the pancake breakfast, parade, and party in the park. Bob co-chaired the Shop Local initiative in 2007, coordinating the Bob Norton 5 chambers and local businesses. Additionally, he has worked on various Chamber committees such as the Business Showcase, annual Dinner, and Golf Tournament committees. Bob’s current passion is for Second Harvest where he chairs the Second Harvest’s Development Committee. His 36 years of experience in the grocery industry, including president of a Bay Area distribution company provides a depth of experience and clarity to distribution, logistics, and personnel challenges at Second Harvest. Bob has been a Board of Trustee member for 2 years and will serve as Chairman of the Board the next two years. Bob has served two terms of 8 years total on the Board of Directors and past Board President of Above the Line dedicated to providing housing, education, placement and other vital services to at-risk children and youth. He currently is a consultant to small business owners through the Small Business Development Center at Cabrillo College where he donates his time to help Santa Cruz businesses prosper.
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with supporting charities that help animals in need such as the Santa Cruz SPCA. Her dogs are her family, and she likes to do her part in making sure all animals have the kind of life they deserve. Another cause dear to her heart is their annual Grazing on the Green event. Jeanne starts working months in advance with colleagues and acquaintances to put together the event and she is honored to say that she is a part of a Jeanne Harrison community working together to raise money and awareness for this very important cause. Jeanne also has hosted fundraisers for local families struck by tragedy and dinners for at risk youth giving them the experience and learning how to behave in a with Zach Friend by hosting meet and greets and other various publicity needs. She loves this town, and feels it is her duty to do what she can to make sure that it continues to maintain its charm.
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years, Jeanne purchased and reopened the restaurant in June 2011. They currently have 48 employees and supports local businesses by purchasing fresh seafood and produce from local vendors. Jeanne supports schools and education by giving donations of food or gift cards such as Omega Nu. She also is involved
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he Santa Cruz Waves Corporation was founded by professional big wave surfer and Aptos native Tyler Fox. Originally built as a surf photography website he partnered with local business man Jon Free and Santa Cruz Waves quickly evolved into a Santa Cruz lifestyle website.
The Hometown Tourist By Maggie Caldwell
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anta Cruz County is full of wonder and beauty that attract visitors from all over the world. Now that summer tourists have gone and autumn has arrived, it’s the perfect time to be a tourist in your own hometown, because some of that
wonder and beauty arrives this month on the orange and black stained glass wings migrate to the California coast from their summer breeding grounds in a ring of states that includes Washington, western Montana, Utah, and northern Arizona. They spend the winter in sheltered forests close to the ocean, and the eucalyptus groves in our own Natural Bridges State Beach is one of a handful of prime viewing areas in the state. A couple of centuries ago, you would have seen the monarchs in redwood groves Grove, in Monterey pines and cypresses. But they found they preferred the eucalyptus trees that were brought here by
up, and wait. What appears to be dangling
returning to the safety of their clusters. It’s a remarkable sight – one that you should see while you still can. The monarch population dropped dramatically population of 1,300 is just a fraction of has been blamed on lack of available milkweed. Milkweed is a plant essential
for Biological Diversity, Center for Food Safety, and Xerces Society (www.xerces.
the leaves that hatch into caterpillars. The caterpillars feed only on milkweed, they form chrysalises on the plants, and after
Fish and Wildlife service to have monarchs put on the endangered species list, blaming
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decimation of milkweed. And without milkweed, there are no monarchs.
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SID’S SMOKEHOUSE IN APTOS By Maggie Caldwell
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ow many times have you driven past Sid’s Smokehouse, located
to the Freedom exit? Dozens? Hundreds? Next time, make the time to stop in for a beer and appetizer to check out the football scores, to bring your family in for pizza feast. Sid’s Smokehouse boasts the only 100% wood smoked menu in the county, and “slow and low” is their motto, the key to their tender and juicy meats. The smoker goes all day and night, fueled with a special mixture of oak and almond woods to infuse a distinctive smoked anywhere from 6 – 12 hours to perfection… and Chef Samy Villalobos makes Sid’s sauces with his own recipes. “Some restaurants just add a few ingredients to premade sauces to save keting and Events Manager. “Our chef makes everything from scratch.” Chef Samy’s recipes are top-secret, but here’s a hint: the addition of chipotles in the sauce
beans, simmered greens, garlic mash, onion rings, regular, garlic or sweet potato fries, even mac ‘n cheese. Those same meats are incorporated into hearty sandwiches like the pulled pork topped with slaw on a whole wheat bun or cured and smoked pastrami, topped with sauerkraut, Swiss dressing served on marbled rye. And the burgers! Smokehouse burgers come Big Kahuna-style with pulled pork and pineapple or Western style with cheese, bacon, onion ring.
perfect complement to the smoked meats. change your Smokehouse burger into a “Bull Dog” burger, a 50-50 blend of smoked bacon and Black Angus beef. Chili con carne is savory and chunky, made from the smoked brisket, and weekend specials vary, including such favorites as seared
“The beef rib is huge – it looks like a steak wrapped around a dinosaur bone,” says Jenny. Appetizer highlights include the bacon dates, a salty sweet nibble that’s always popular. Sid’s wings are a heartier starter, a full pound of juicy wings tossed in your Meats and More id’s is a meat-lovers paradise where you can put together your favorite combo
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Thai sauces. And for when you’re feeling with jalapenos, wrapped in bacon and deep-fried. Wood-Fired Pizza
pulled pork, and St. Louis Style pork spare ribs, which are brined and then treated to a dry rub, giving them a caramel crust. Each combo is served with corn bread
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side dishes is just as mouth-watering: Fuji Apple coleslaw, potato salad, smokehouse
so they cook quickly and evenly with a bit of a crunch to the crust. Pizza selections
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uses the same mixture of oak and almond woods as their smokehouse. Pies
the very popular Smokehouse: smoked chicken, bacon, mozzarella, Fuji apples, Hand pizza incorporates pineapple, pulled pork, cheese and green onion on sweet chili is served up with pulled pork, chicken, brisket, salami, pepperoni, and sausage. Even though it’s a meat-lovers paradise, Sid’s is a great place for your vegetarian friends. The Margarita pizza, with roasted garlic, basil, tomato, cheese, and extra virgin olive oil is a delicious vegetarian choice, as is The Greek pizza: artichoke hearts, feta cheese, kalamata olives, roasted garlic, basil, and pesto sauce. For those with lighter appetites, whether vegetarian or not, the meal-sized salads like the House, Greek, or Avocado salads are made with fresh ingredients and homemade dressings. Brand-new at Sid’s is the Sunday Brunch menu, served from 10am – 2pm. In addition to breakfast burritos, omelets, and two eggs any style, you can try a pulled pork
“We have the full NFL package and eight big screen TVs, so you can watch all the games while enjoying great food,” says Jenny. The wine list at Sid’s features reds and whites from area wineries: Alfaro, Storrs, Morgan, and Cinnabar Vineyards. In addition to a variety of domestic and selection of craft beers from West Coast breweries like Firestone and Green Flash. It’s a great place for any sort of party – from birthday bashes to rehearsal dinners There’s something for everyone, so be sure to stop by soon! Sid’s Smokehouse is a family-friendly res-
book a party. Stop by for one of the $10 Specials of wine that changes daily. Visit Sid’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/SidsSmokehouse to check on current specials and craft beer
Way, Grey Bears, Sienna House, Aptos Detective, Undercover Since then they have expanded into a magazine and clothing line. With its lifestyle “Local Loop” articles, event photography and massive social media community, Santa Cruz Waves saw opportunities to support businesses, events and charities in Santa Cruz.
Harvest Food Bank and the Alzheimer’s association.
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Twin Lakes Church
was known as the “Little Brown Church by the Sea.” Situated on 7th Ave in Santa Cruz, next to Seabright Lake (now the Santa Cruz Harbor). Under the pastorate of
Santa Cruz Waves has worked with charities such as, Mauli Ola, which helps to surf. Operation Surf, which helps Santa Cruz Waves has sponsored great charities like The Jay Moriarty Foundation, Grazing on the Green, Save our Shores and also promotes beach cleanups like Save the Waves in support of the Santa Cruz World Waves partnered with O’Neil Charters and The Sockshop sell “Socks for Charity” to teach unprivileged children about ocean education by taking them out and showing environment. With the leadership of Tyler Fox and Jon Free their passion for supporting not only great talent but also great charities and organizations Santa Cruz Waves is
our community.
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hen Heysa opened Cinnamon Bay Clothing dream to work in and support the community she loved and called “home.” Cinnamon Bay’s customers, employees, along with local residents and business owners have collectively demonstrated Cinnamon Bay has been honored that their fashion shows have raised money for many wonderful organizations such as Katz Cancer Center, The Daisy, Santa Cruz Symphony, Hadassah of Temple Beth El, Santa Cruz Program, and Omega Nu of Watsonville. To help out one of Heysa’s favorite charities, Children’s Hospice and Palliative Care, Cinnamon Bay dedicated an annual shopping day in which they donated 20% of all their sales. Several other Seascape Village merchants donated food and drinks to make the day festive (and free to their patrons!). Sometimes when Heysa is approached by an organization in need and there isn’t any extra time, she simply gives money, Aptos History Museum, Hospice, United
became necessary for the growing congregation so they constructed what is now Twin Lakes Church near Cabrillo College
the role of senior pastor. Today they have a congregation of 3500 people.
1. Chief Terpstra is considered a leader in Mutual Aid and Disaster planning programs. He also acts as the Fire Mutual Aid Coordinator for Santa Cruz County, California. Chief Terpstra is the General Manager for the Santa Cruz County Emergency Medical Services Integration Authority agency cooperation and standardization of EMS services in county. The Santa Cruz County EMS system is considered a model statewide for cooperation and commitment to state of the art patient care.
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joined the Capitola Police Department. During his 12-years in the Capitola PD,
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gation and the community. Their ministries include, global outreach, media ministries, support and recovery, educational, young adults, fellowship & study groups, marriage & family, singles, women, men, second half (50+ adults), music, children, students, and summer camps.
The church collected and donated enough food and funds this past fall to the Second Harvest Food Bank to provide more than 1 million meals. The church also operates a food pantry where last year they distributed 111,000 pounds of food to people in need. Helping Second Harvest Food Bank has become a tradition and each year the church’s contribution has increased along with its enthusiasm. According to Willy Elliott-McCrea, CEO of Second Harvest, Twin Lake’s amazing contribution is invaluable, “It’s absolutely astonishing what the church has done and what impact Twin Lakes Church has on the community.” Community Hero’s
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Chief for the Aptos/ La Selva Fire District since 2010. Previous to that, he was the District’s Chief in charge of Emergency Operations and Emergency Medical Services since includes 15 years as
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Best Kept Secret: The Garden Song at Elkhorn Slough By Edita McQuary
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e recently experienced a won-
tails, buckeye, skippers are visitors to their
to see the spectacular brightly
afternoon in a gorgeous garden
The Garden Song Dahlia Farm has been transformed into a summer concert venue showcasing local talent. About six years ago the idea for this came to the cians. Jim plays the stand-up bass and Colleen plays the mandolin, guitar and cello. Colleen asked Jim to build a stage at the bottom of their garden and Jim managed to complete it in three weeks. Since then they have had a variety of musical groups entertaining from July through September. Occasionally Jim and Colleen join in the music making. They have owned the three and a halfacre dahlia farm for nineteen years where they grow 800 types of dahlias. Some of their prize-winning dahlias have grown to 16 to 17 inches in diameter. Jim knows absolutely everything there is to know about dahlias and he will be glad to tell you all about them. They also grow other bushes and many more. Three years ago the farm became a
plants. Colleen says, “The Monarchs like being near humans although they don’t allow too close access.” The patio seats some 50+ people at umbrella-covered round tables overlooking a beautifully lush lawn descending into an oak tree sheltered arroyo. This past Sunday we were entertained by the local “Back in Time” group (Swingin’ Harmonies from a Bygone Era) composed of vocalists Gail Cruse, Ann Whittington and Vicki Neville by Phil Smith on saxophone, Martan Mann
“Bye, Bye, Blackbird,” “Makin’ Whoopie,” “In the Mood,” “After Over Me,” and other old favorites. The audience, most of who were old enough to remember these lovely old standards, showed their avid appreciation. During the intermission, Colleen brought out small triangle-shaped paper
means they grow thousands of plants that
asked for volunteers to release them. Gathered around her on the lawn, people carefully opened the small white boxes
the environment and have been rapidly disappearing which is why Colleen and
out. Sometimes it took a while to awaken the sleeping Monarchs but what a thrill
Natural Bridges is open for self-guided tours between sunrise and sunset daily. Just follow the 300-foot, wheelchair-accessible boardwalk from the parking lot at the visitor’s center into the heart of the eucalyptus
He was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant in the patrol division in 2004. the Investigation Division in 2005 where he directed the work of six sections: CSI, coroner, sex crimes, homicide, property crimes and narcotics. In investigations,
grove. Look for the annual “Welcome Back Monarchs!” Day on October 12 from 10 am – 4 pm. Visit their website at http://www. thatsmypark.org/cp-parks-beaches/naturalbridges-state-park/ for more information.
homicide investigations and participated in the formation and management of the Joint Agency Gang task force (JAG).
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rise slowly, oh so slowly, then carefully arrange its wings, and take Following the butterfly release, to everyone’s further enjoyment, the concert continued. For more information on the jumpin’ and jivin’ musical group “Back in Time,” please contact Gail Cruse at gailcruse@cruzio.com. rehabilitate with native plants and grasses they have recently purchased. The audience is free to roam the 3-1/2 acres of gardens before and after the music. They sell snacks and drinks but you are welcome to bring your own lunch. There is also a small very interesting gift shop.
unusual, enjoyable Sunday afternoon in a beautiful local venue!
visit their website www.thegardensong.com.
library can seem much bigger with the enthusiastic support of a local Friends chapter. The new library that opened there three years ago is a model of contemporary library architecture, resources and services. If you’ve attended an event at the La Selva Beach branch you’ve experienced how a small
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Entrance fee is $15.00 per person. They are open Sundays noon to 5:00 p.m. with the concert starting at 1:00 p.m.
For more information about the Aptos
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staff member from a Bakersfield veterinarian’s office opened the clinic doors one morning and found a battered cardboard box taped shut. Upon opening the box, three tiny puppies were found curled together inside, barely three weeks old. After being bottle fed for three weeks and fostered for two more, Bambi, Flower, and Thumper made their way to the Santa Cruz SPCA. Thumper soon found his forever home but his other two siblings are still in search of theirs. The little tyke shown above is Bambi, one of two now 12-week-old Bambi, a female, and Flower, a male, are healthy, friendly, squirmy, and enthusiastic pups that are ready to get out and enjoy the world! Because of their age and breed mix, these puppies will be very active and will enjoy a home with a similar energy level. These babies will need all the normal basic, potty and obedience training as soon as they enter their new homes. Puppies this age should not be left alone for more than 3-4 hours a day so your schedule is a very important factor when considering adoption. Bambi and Flower will mature into smaller sized dogs, anywhere from 10-20 pounds and have a short single coat that requires little more than regular bathing. If you’re ready for a small breed youngster to join your home, please come and visit this adorable duo! The Santa Cruz SPCA is a 501c3 charitable organization and receives no government funding, relying solely on public donations to run its many programs that benefit the animals and people of our community. For more information call the Santa Cruz SPCA at 465-5000, or visit www. spcasc.org. The SPCA is located at 2685 Chanticleer Avenue in Santa Cruz,
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to 5:00 p.m. The SPCA Mall Adoption Center and Gift Shop is located at the Capitola Mall near Target and is open on Friday from 11am-5pm and Sat-Sun 11am-4pm.
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n the upcoming November election county voters will be asked to weigh in on whether our county should have a cannabis business tax. Over the last year the Board of Supervisors has worked with neighborhood groups, medical marijuana providers, patients and public safety on crafting policies surrounding the cultivation and dispensing of medical marijuana. The goals were to provide safe access but also mitigate environmental and neighborhood issues that have occurred with irresponsible lack of regulations for dispensaries. Throughout this process, the County and the local medical marijuana industry realized that these regulations proposed a unique set of challenges. Ensuring that environmental protections were maintained, neighborhood issues were resolved, and that only responsible medical marijuana businesses that operate within our local ordinances be allowed, would require additional County work. During the legislative discussions the local Association of Standardized Cannabis (collective of medical marijuana dispensaries) agreed that a cannabis business tax could provide funding to the County for these types of services. The Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to place the Cannabis Business Tax on the upcoming November ballot. If approved, Measure K will levy a 7 percent tax specifically on local medical marijuana dispensaries. The Association of Standardized Cannabis, and many local medical marijuana supporters favor this tax as a way to help provide the County with new general revenues. The revenues can be used for
General Fund purposes such as public health and safety, environmental protection and fire services. All revenue collected will stay local. A number of other California communities, including Oakland and San Jose, have responded to the changing regulatory environment for the cultivation and dispensing of medical marijuana by approving a similar type of tax. The Santa Cruz County tax structure is modeled after a comparable tax in San Jose that has been shown to meet the balance of interests. The City of Santa Cruz will also have a tax on their November ballot, which mirrors the County’s proposal. If approved, this will provide a standardized dispensary tax in the county. For quite some time Santa Cruz County voters have strongly supported state and local laws that provide for the compassionate and safe use of medicinal cannabis by prescription. During the local debate over cultivation and dispensary ordinances I heard from many that advocated the need to ensure safe access to medical marijuana as well as balancing environmental and neighborhood protection. As a result, our district will have a chance to vote on the Cannabis Business Tax in November (with absentee ballots coming out the beginning of October) to help balance these issues.
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By Robert Francis
Action novels, thrillers and suspense stories … faced in the United States and has started a new reign of terror. With victims spread far apart in Vermont and North Carolina,
The Darkest Hour By Tony Schumacher
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n this “what if?” thriller the Nazis have conquered and now occupy England. It is
to bring to justice. Brennan and
detective fully stop this deadly predator once and for all because if they a lot more little girls are going to die. A forensic anthropologist and professor at the University of North Carolina
a reign of terror and a former police sergeant and war hero, is now working for the feared SS. Assigned to
must now round up people he has known and herd them onto trains that will take them to an unspeakable fate. is little more than a burned out shell and cares little for those around him or what he has been assigned to do. This all changes
is the basis for the TV show “Bones” and she’s written 16 thrillers featuring Temperance Brennan. the wisdom of the move Peter is given a case that begins with a cemetery break-in but escalates quickly into something far more sinister.
the eight year old in a house he raids and suddenly the child touches a part of the man he thought was dead.
has been broken into and fakes substituted for the valuable originals. Next a female student at a posh local college is murdered. Suddenly Decker is no longer bored with his new job. In fact as he and his partner
and Jacob embark on a struggle to survive
the killer they stumble upon dark secrets,
the Communists. It seems everyone is interested in the child and has their own reasons for wanting to capture him
a group of ruthless individuals who will destroy anyone or anything that stands in the way of allowing them to achieve their sinister ends.
number of surprising twists, this thriller won’t quickly forget the ending of this novel or the man who created it. Schumacher is just getting started!
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all their past experience as the collaborate on this convoluted but fascinating case that involves much more than just homicide. Of the more recent novels in this long running series, “Murder 101” is at the top of the list and ranks way up there with the best Faye Kellerman has written to date.
Personal: A Jack Reacher Novel have moved closer to their adult children and foster son in upstate
new job with the Greenbury Police Department is a bit of a drag after Los Angeles. Also his new partner, a former Harvard student with plenty of attitude, has made the transition even more onerous. Just when he’s seriously questioning 26 / October 1st 2014 / Aptos Times
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enlisted by the State Department and the CIA to discover who has attempted to kill the French president. The suspect is an American send to prison but now he is out. John Knott is an exceptional marksman who
can hit his target from as far away as three quarters of a mile and the G8 summit gathering offers plenty of opportunities to shake up the world order with a wellplaced bullet. Paired with Casey Nice (her last name is a bit of a misnomer), a rookie to have his hands full dealing with an eclectic range of villains who are bent ton seeing he doesn’t accomplish his current assignment. Ms. Nice doesn’t make it easier either. Eighteen novels and over 100 million copies in print make Lee Child one of the most prolific and most read popular authors working today. This latest installment with its international setting illustrates why so many readers around the globe can’t get enough of adventures.
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sychological suspense coupled with cutting-edge science and plausible characters make this latest novel featuring forensic anthropologist Te m p e r a n c e Brennan a page turning delight. A n i q u e Pomerleau is responsible for a series of murders in Canada. The serial killer kidnapped and killed a number of girls but managed to elude capture. Now the psychopath has sur-
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r. Sheridan Doyle is the go-to guy in Philadelphia’s District Attorney’s office when there’s a situation that the forensic psychologist’s expertise can deal with. A local celebrity of sorts, Doyle’s public image is at odds with the real man beneath the slick veneer.
town, Danny Doyle was a bookish child plagued by panic attacks, bullying and a family history he’s never been able to completely put behind him. Now Doyle is back in his hometown and the trip turns into a busman’s holiday when he discovers a dead body on a walk one day. The corpse is by the infamous gallows where long ago a band of rebellious Irish miners was executed. Ironically, the dead man is related to the wealthy mining family responsible for the miners’ deaths a century ago. Helping out the local law enforcement officials, Doyle uses his skills to create a profile of the killer but in doing so he comes precariously close to revealing some hidden truths about his own family and his youthful past. A gripping tale that offers plenty of surprises “One of Us” is a quick read but don’t be surprised if you discover the story lingers long after you’ve finished the final chapter.
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crossed that we are approaching a typical, rainy winter that will help replenish water supplies across California. But here in the mid-county area, we will still have a serious water shortage even if the drought ends this year and normal rainfall returns.
limited water conservatively) as we address that we’re still “overweight” (overdrafted basin). This is the only way we can repair the damage that has already been done. Using less than is replenished through rain each year, for many years, is
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id-county residents have done an excellent job at conserving water and are continuing to adopt this “new normal”, making water conservation a way of life to protect our over-drafted groundwater remarkable: Soquel Creek Water District customers used 26 percent less water in August compared to a year ago. Central Water District customers have used 25 percent less, and many private well owners have also shared with us how they are working to reduce their use. Water Shortage Outlook
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groundwater supply remains in a state of overdraft and the basin wide, long-term demands are unsustainable. While we have made great strides at conserving this year, the water shortage
problem doesn’t end when the rain comes. Think of it this way as a health/medical 50 pounds overweight and wanted to put you on a diet and limit your food intake to 1,200 calories a day to lose 10 pounds and reduce your chances of getting diabetes. Within a few months you hit that initial target weight loss goal, the doctor is very proud of you, and you’d likely not have to take insulin. However, there still exists an overweight condition that can lead to other health issues. As a region, we are nearing our “target initial weight” (using our
basin from over-pumping. The risk if we don’t do this is great. We know we have seawater intrusion in two areas on our coastline. If our underground basins are contaminated further by ocean saltwater, our only source of water will become un-usable. This means we must to protect our water supply and secure our community needs now and for future generations. “Water” page 30
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Annual Dinner Awards and Auction
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addiction. Three meetings are now Cruz and Watsonville. being held in Santa Cruz County, For a schedule and more on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. For a meeting near you call
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Morning meditation schedule Zazen instruction First Tues. of each month at 6:30pm. For more info. visit both oceangatezen.org and facebook.
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Tail Wagging World of Dog Ownership
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Santa Cruz will donate 10% of total sales to Second Harvest every Thursday night from 5-10 and fall Santa Cruz. p.m. Every $1 donated provides he main drag along Highway iving a business presentation? year as part of the Mahalo Monday healthy 4 meals to people in need Interviewing for a job? Program. Hula’s Island Grill and bustle of farmers and food artisans throughout Santa Cruz through 200 B12 Fridays Improve your speaking skills in a selling a colorful variety of friendly, supportive environment Street in Santa Cruz. that Second Harvest support. delicious edibles to shoppers and diners alike. masters. Open to all levels. Drop-ins welcome. For more supports immunity, energy, farmersmarket.org or contact sleep, mood, and the body’s ability Big Book and OA to handle stress. TOPS Literature Study santacruzfarmersmarket.org or information go to www.hulastiki.com Executive Director Nesh Dhillon at (Take off pounds sensibly) et support for loosing Drop-in Grief Support weight at these health group meetings. Second Thursdays each month County Clares St. Capitola thru Saturdays Veterans of Foreign Wars ospice of Santa Cruz County
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Thursday Oct. 2
Genealogical Society of Santa Cruz
Upstairs meeting room. Guest History Come to Life”
Saturday Oct. 4
support group for adults grieving Santa Cruz Wharf the death of a family member or a Centennial Celebration the meetings. friend. This group is a place where he Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf you can share stories, learn tools celebrates 100 years with a special day of activities that includes a profor coping, and receive support from people who care. Second and Fourth Thursdays Beach. Events include a procession to the wharf, pop-up museum presented Cabrillo Host Lions Club by the Museum of Art and History, antique cars and live music. Saturdays For more info: www.cityofsantacruz.com ublic is invited to all programs. Contact President Jess Allen he Aptos Market, with over Saturday Oct. 11 831-684-2721 or Past President 80 vendors, is open year Barbara Chamberlain at 831Derby Girls round, with the best selections of 688-3356 for meeting/dinner aven’t caught up with the derby action this season? reservations or information or visit fresh foods. In addition, family activities, music, cooking demos Here’s your chance to see the www.cabrillohostlions.org. by professional chefs, gardening Boardwalk Bombshells in consume party bout theme. The action is at Third Thursday each month workshops, seasonal fairs and the Kaiser Permanente Arena. events are a part of the market. For more info: www.santacruzderbygirls.org Scotts Valley Farmer’s Market Aptos peakers helping speakers get Adopt a Pet or Ask a Vet gigs. www.santacruzfarmersmarket.org o you love dogs? New Leaf information. Capitola is teaming up with
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Texas guitar gods Doyle Bramhall and Eric Johnson, Mato Nanji, and from Serbia by way of Memphis, Ana Popvic, Henri Brown, Noah Sunday Sept. 28 Hunt, Tony Franklin, Scott Nelson, Music at Skypark and Tim Austin. The rhythm section, as always, Skypark in Scotts Valley. includes bassist Billy Cox, the only xtra Large and The Joint player apart from Jimi Hendrix Chiefs perform on an outdoor himself, who was part of both the Band of Gypsys and the Jimi music in local public schools. Cost Hendrix Experience and Chris Layton, the drummer who, along is free. More info: www.Kiwanisof was a founder of Double Trouble. thevaleys.org Tickets available at www. santacruztickets.com
youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re aware of whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going on. Just be sure to prioritize. Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really, really important to you? Make some long overdue plans to see friends. They miss you, and want an update on everything thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s happening.
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One of the biggest rules in life is that you just have to keep showing up and keep trying. Then take a rest and go back and try some more. Forget all the fancy gadgets and the splashy workout clothes. Get up every morning, go for a run, and then concentrate on your work and your relationships. Avoid snap judgments or promises regarding money. Give yourself time to get all the facts and numbers straight. Gain some major insight and intuition about your relationships or the role you play in your favorite group of people at the harmonious New Moon.
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Go ahead and think long and hard about everything you want, need, and desire. This is a great time for self-actualization, which is just a fancy term for knowing who you are and making out, because your body is really important to your happiness! The month is strong for family, romance, creativity and work. Even so, there are some illusions to bust through in the process.
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If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re feeling stymied and annoyed, frustrated and irritated, pent up yet sort of spent, all at once there is only one thing to do: Drop everything and go for a nice long run, walk, or a swim. getting out of the funk and into a bright, airy, soaring kind of place. Tap your creativity and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll release a whole slew of endorphins. A new point of view is liberating. Let unreasonable expectations sort themselves out. Say little and smile a lot.
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California Farm Water Success Stories T Farm Water Success Stories series of case studies and interviews documents how agricultural water stewardship practices are at work on-the-ground, at the farm and irrigation district level. person insights from these innovative water managers. In addition to the and other members of the California Supply have launched an interactive database and map which contains
dozens of case studies including farm water success stories in the Salinas, Pajaro, and southern Santa Clara valleys and along the California coast such as Davenport and is searchable by location, production type, irrigation method, and stewardship practice. “Farmers, irrigation districts, innovative ways to protect water quantity and quality, saving energy
New Groundwater Law in CA uckily we’re making progress towards these goals, and we received a big boost from the state last month when Governor Brown signed a package of groundwater management bills into law. While most states have laws governing the pumping and management of local groundwater sources, until now, no such regulations existed in California. We were the only state in the West without these types of regulations. This lack of oversight and management has led to overdraft and subsidence, where the ground actually starts sinking, throughout the state. In some areas in CA the ground level is dropping by about a foot a year. The new law requires that depleted groundwater basins be replenished. In priority basins such as ours, we will have to monitor and report quantities of water pumped by all basin users to the state, except small residential users who are excluded from the state mandate. Across the state, regional groundwater sustainability management agencies will be
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created by 2017 to oversee basin use. For our basin, a basin sustainability plan must be developed by 2022, showing how water pumping and replenishment will be balanced to stop further depletion. The new law requires that a groundwater sustainand implement the plan. In our basin, a regional, collaborative approach including the County of Santa Cruz, both mid-county water districts and private pumpers is being explored. Collaboration is Essential e’ve actually been working with our neighbors in the mid-county area for several months in order to develop shared solutions to our regional issue – even ahead of the state legislation. We’ve had several well-attended meetings with community stakeholders, including private well owners, to explore the issues with our shared water basin and start to identify solutions. Soquel Creek Water District is also moving forward to identify the best option for a new, supplemental water supply that would help provide enough water to meet our ongoing community needs for our homes, businesses and schools. In August,
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our Board short-listed four options for further study, including two groundwater replenishment and two surface water transfer projects. Over the next several months, we’ll be studying these more closely to evaluate legal, One of the key criteria for a supplemental water supply is community acceptance. We held several workshops last year to review and evaluate our options, including several ideas put forth by customers and community members. We’ll continue to have a transparent, public process as we narrow our choices. And since many items on our short list involve regional cooperation, we’ll keep collaborating with our agency partners and neighbors. As you can tell, it’s been an exciting few months in the wide (and wild) world of water! I’ll keep you posted in this column as things continue to evolve, and as always you can keep up with Soquel Creek and mid-county water issues on our website, social media and with our newsletter and e-newsletter.
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