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Memorial Day Memory John McCrae was a poet and physician born in 1873 in Guelph, Ontario Canada. At the age of 41, McCrae enrolled with the Canadian Expeditionary Force following the outbreak of the First World War. He fought in the second battle of Ypres in the Flanders region of Belgium. In a letter written to his mother, McCrae described the battle as a “nightmare.” Full Story page 6

SPCA’s 2014 Poster Contest Winners The 2014 SPCA Poster Contest in honor of American Humane Association’s “Be Kind to Animals Week”, which is May 4 through the 10, is always a lot of fun unteers who help judge these fabulous posters each year. Full Story page 11

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Community News Adios, El Patio Grocery By Edita McQuary Students

8 9 10 SqCWD Rate Increases Starting July 1 11 SPCA’s 2014 Poster Contest Winners 17 ASF Golf Tournament Remains Big Ticket by Michael Oppenheimer 20 PVAC Call for Artists 23 To Work/School Day in 27 year History 24 25 Vote-by-Mail Postage for Ballots is 71 Cents 13 14 16

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1) Technology has helped law enforcement to do more with fewer resources. What do you see as the next technological improvement that will help

each unit to be able to get to calls quickly and coordinate tactical responses. Also critical, is a computer report writing system that is practical, easy to use, and wirelessly opera-

desperately needed on Patrol! I do not aware of how serious this problem has become under the current administration. Deputy positions need to be un-frozen, new that’s done I will take Deputies out of other assignments and put them back on patrol. I

new) technology would be an in-car computer program that would allow Patrol our Records Management System, Jail Management System, Electronic Policy,

doubles the number of Deputies on patrol during the times when most crimes occur.

and tabulate crime elements and suspect information with similar information closely with neighborhood residents and crimes by enabling them to swiftly identify patterns and compare details of multiple

technology upgrades we will see in the near

Jim Hart

2) With the limited number of patrol units currently available, what is the best

readily help quickly identify and report problems, and be part of the solutions. I also want to bring back Community Dep-

to this is to pull Deputies from non-essential functions within the positions and make changes. Much like quarters with a new CSI lab. There is room

put them back on Patrol. There are other positions within the

work processes will change. There will be opportunities to combine job functions and

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testing for criminal cases. I see the possibility of the utilization of crime cameras placed strategically at the outer reaches of the County.

thus putting Deputies back on the street. This

begins on July 1st and there will be a total of

Robert Pursley

year. This will help increase our response

to a more traditional form of dispatching was in our Community Policing budget child abductions as time is a major factor in BASIC technology

doing this it allows the Watch Commander to hear dispatched details and direct units to details that require immediate attention. As it is now the Watch Commander would puter in order to do this. More Deputies are

problems before they start.

Adios, El Patio Grocery Owners Mike & Diane Wilson are Retiring, closing ‘Mom & Pop’ Grocery By Edita McQuary

ack in the day before there were so many supermarkets, most neighborhoods had their own “Mom & Pop”

knew the owners by name and shopped regularly at these small one-or-two aisle stores. One of the few remaining stores of this kind in this area, El Patio Grocery at

and Diane Wilson for nearly 34 years is in the process of being sold. On May 22, 2014, the store will change

major changes. Hopefully the surfboards mounted on the ceiling and the patio where people can socialize will remain a part of the tradition. Three years ago, El Store in Santa Cruz County” by the Santa Cruz Weekly. The store and the neighborhood has

munity. This has been a family business and while the children were young, Diane’s mother helped in the store for the

to stop on that date and re-open under the new ownership, a corporation located similar stores. Mike has been told they will

in the community, the 1987 earthquake took its toll on their business when they and had to sell the other third but it only took ten years for them power was out for three days but had stored up three days’ quantity of milk and was able to supply them and they were able to supply their customers. in the early ‘80’s and he and Diane

to buy items from the store. One year the On Friday afternoons there has been an after-school and recreation program in

minded. Through the years they

of worth and responsibility. They

Program “Read a Book — Get a Buck” coupons that kids could use

home and their afternoon treat is to go to the store and learn how to shop. One of the more unusual things they experienced was when they noticed that the jars of jalapeño peppers contained no juice.

jars, drinking the juice, and putting the lid back on the jars! they expect to be in the area doing some childcare/enjoying their grandchildren while one of their daughters continues with her education at San Jose State. They would like to thank the community for its support during the years and also expressed the desire that the new ownership, while updating some of the store, will continue in the same spirit of friendship and support

was coming in to the store, opening the

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Memorial Day Memory

– John McCrae –

ohn McCrae was a poet and physician born in 1873 in Guelph, Ontario Canada. At the age of 41, McCrae

enrolled with the Canadian Expeditionary Force following the outbreak of the First World War. He fought in the second battle of Ypres in the Flanders region of Belgium. In a letter written to his mother, McCrae described the battle as a “nightmare.” Alexis Helmer, a close friend, was killed during the battle on May

how quickly the poppies grew around the day, he composed the poem while sitting in the back of an ambulance. McCrae later discarded the poem but to “Punch” magazine, which published it On January 28, 1918 while comBoulogne, McCrae died of pneumonia and meningitis. The red poppy remains symbol of the

ommunity Foundation Santa Cruz -

their higher education. The scholarship recipients for academic

Awards are made from scholarship funds at the Foundation started by county academic goals. Learn more about the scholarships, amounts and the how to apply next year at

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Cabrillo Stage 2014-2015 Season

abrillo Stage proudly launches its

Stage. Whether you’re new to Cabrillo Stage or you’re a returning patron, this summer

to rock the masses of all denominations. Musical direction by Max Bennett-Parker,

entertaining, thought pro-

with music and lyrics by Gary Adler and Michael Patrick Walker. As the summer continues into July, director Michael J. McGushin heats up the

of online ticket sales this week at www. cabrillostage.com. For 33 years, Cabrillo Stage, located on the Cabrillo College Campus, has

performances,” Director.

Broadway caliber musical theatre in Santa Cruz County. This season’s summer repertory and winter production include: June 27 - July 13 Thursday Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m. July 11 - July 20 Thursday - Saturday Sunday matinees 3:00 p.m.

said

Together beginning July 11. Various songs by the masterful Stephen Sondheim are

Sondheim and Julia McKenzie. As the summer winds down, Cabrillo

Janie Scott returns to party thrown by a wealthy, older married

the summer seasoning on June 27 with the direction of the “high-octane entertainment” Altar Boyz, the holy inspiring

maid and a comedic commentator. The guests confront the complexities that make up today’s modern relationships. The production includes songs from Sondheim’s

time. Their pious pop act, including lyrics like “Girl You Make Me Wanna Wait” and “Jesus Called Me on My Cell Phone,” worked wonders on the Ohio bingo-hall-andpancake-breakfast circuit. But when fate brings

17 Thursday - Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m., Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m.

by Charles Dickens, which follows the

houses to being recruited by the Artful Dodger to pick pockets for the roguish

Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Merrily We Roll Along, Anyone Can Whistle, Sunday in the Park with Music, The Frogs, and Sweeney Todd.

Jan. 2 - 18, out of the forbidden apple? With angelic 7:30 p.m., Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m. “It’s another exciting season at Cabrillo

a touching story, Altar Boyz is destined

With so many projects, it is only natural that Sanctuary Steward Vol-

the Volunteers of the Year: Kenny Palmer and Dee Tennenbaum. Both Kenny

Shores and put their

Dee Tennenbaum has been a core Steward in the Santa Cruz area, Kenny Palmer

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they do. SOS celebrates and appreciates protect our Sanctuary and inspire others to do the same. What does it take to be a SOS Sanctuary Steward? All it takes is dedication to protect our coastline and a Big Blue

“It’s been so rewarding to be a part of an

their own, unique set of skills, creating a dynamic team that can get anything accomplished. SOS has programs stretched across the Monterey Bay, from Santa Cruz to Big Sur.

coast to help in Santa Cruz. Kenny is well spoken and has the ability to inspire those he works with.

into Kenny Palmer’s world. Kenny has

Aptos Times / May 15th 2014 / 7

Santa Cruz County Symphony Season Finale!

‘Renewal’ Concert Features Cabrillo Symphonic Chorus; Metropolitan Opera Soloists

he inaugural season of the Symphony’s new maestro, Daniel Stewart, comes to a powerful conclusion on Saturday, May 17, 8 pm

Mello Center for the Performing Arts. Continuing an annual tradition, the Symphony once again collaborates with the Cabrillo Symphonic Chorus along with politan Opera to produce a truly powerful on-stage musical presence. For this joyful finale of the 2013 / 2014 Season, the inaugural season of Maestro Daniel Stewart, the Symphony will be joined by the Cabrillo Chorus who will create a powerful choral presence on the stage. Maestro Daniel -

Xu, mezzo-soprano Reneé Tatum, tenor Mario Chang and baritone Ryan Speedo istry that guarantees the concert will be unforgettable! The concert opens an uplifting choral nally a 14th

Renee Tatum

their annual Administrator of the Year Awards Ceremony and Pajaro Valley

circumstances in Mozart’s last days, and likely contributed to the great composer’s early demise — as popularly dramatized

foundly beautiful and delicate rendering. Bernstein’s joyous Chichester Psalms, one of the 20th Century’s most celebrated choral themes of brotherhood and gratitude. Sung in Hebrew, Chichester Psalms integrates Christian and Jewish choral styles and traditions, and prominently features both harp and a boy

Ryan Speedo Green

n May 2, 2014, the Association of California School Adminis-

The concert concludes in grand form with Mozart’s famous funeral mass, Requiem. This work is simply incomparable in symphonic choral repertoire. Requiem was commissioned under mys-

by Mozart and gifted to his friend who was a choirmaster. The Hymn has been set to

Lei Xu

It is bold and transcendent, reaching to the lowest depths of despair and lofty heights of joy. Free Pre-Concert Talks take place before both performances: at 7 PM in the -

dif-

matinee concert. The Pre-concert talks are free and open to all concertgoers. The 2013/14 season is generously sponsored by Dorothy Wise, Rowland &

perform due to its rhythmic c o m p l e x i t y,

Santa Cruz County. The “Renewal” concerts are made possible with support from Peter Cartwright

incredibly

Mario Chang

were presented with the Administrator to congratulate the following dedicated recognition:

Pupil Personnel Administrator , Child Welfare and Attendance Coordinator. Curriculum and Instruction , Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum and Instruction. Secondary Principal , Aptos High Principal. Allison Niizawa, Assistant Principal, Pajaro Valley High School. Kim Sweeney, SIG Coordinator.

It is noteworthy to mention that Mary Anne Mays, was the recipient of the

leadership qualities. 8 / May 15th 2014 / Aptos Times

munity Foundation Santa Cruz County. Tickets: Single tickets ($22-$67) are on -

Visit SantaCruzSymphony.org Student Rush

One of ACSA’s priorities is to ensure that school leaders are recognized for their excellence. Through the annual awards program, the organization honors administrators and community members and their dedication to public education. Dorma Baker Each year, regions select their regional award winners, whose nominations are then submitted to state ACSA for consideration of the state award. There are many exceptional administrators in the State of California and we are extremely proud that our district has such dedicated leaders. The recognition acknowledges the appreciation of this leaders do for our youth.

SqCWD Water Issues Abound By Noel Smith

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and

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penalties will kick in. Another factor is the number of people in your household

Board of Directors are still not home free.

gallons per day, per person. The district will be sending a notice in the mail that includes a declaration of how many people

says about whether the district is truly -

The bookkeeping required for this process will mean at least one more person will be employed by the SqCWD.

moratorium.” If you are interested in whether the District Board is still seriously considering declaring a moratorium and pronouncing

determine how much water you are using per person.

ccording to Melanie Shumacher of

projects literally “high and dry,” attend the SqCWD board meeting June 3, at 7 pm Washburn, Capitola.

According to Melanie Schumacher of water user.

he Santa Cruz Water Department has already declared their water budgets and that they will charge penalties for those not far behind. On July 1 water rates for all tiers of water usage will increase by a little

which called on all Californians to reduce their water use by 20 percent.

“The coolest thing is being rewarded the recognition, I do it for the good times and good karma,” says Kenny, “I keep thinking about it as the steward crew of the through when needed. And we always

meetings with co-users of the mid-county aquifers, which was held May 13, was well attended.

of months to adjust your usage before the

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Redwood Mountain Faire May 31, June 1 th

Annual Redwood Mountain

presents an extraordinary 2014 line-up, feaunder free! The 2014 Redwood Mountain Faire munity and education groups. The Faire

Joytime, the Chop Tops and Flor de Cana -- along with 18 other bands performing and Sunday, May 31 and June 1, at Roaring Camp in Felton.

will rock with The Chop Tops, John Craigie, Inciters, Pure Roots and the Shawn Andrews Band. Volunteers are needed to help at the Faire, work entry that day. Apply online at http://www. redwoodmountainfaire.

the Meadow Stage Saturday are local and Come enjoy the Faire,

wines, at remarkably low entry prices.

is only possible thanks to the nearly 400

ages,” states Faire Director, Violet Smith

and My Stupid Brother. With Flor de Cana’s Caribbean dance energy Saturday on the Creekside Stage, Sherry Austin and Holdin’, and On The Spot Trio will surely thrill attendees. Sunday’s fantastic lineup features Pimps of Joytime, Roy Rogers and The Delta Rhythm Kings, Keith Greeninger

the following school groups: Boulder be directly supporting the following

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Candalaria, and the McCoy Tyler Band on the Meadow Stage. And at Creekside, folks

Cruz after May 9.

Water Bill Conversion

esidential water budgets can be adjusted based on the number of people in a household. Currently,

their use this summer so they can get

encourage our customers to start tracking

of the two agencies) from customers of Soquel Creek Water domestic well owners, mutual well owners, nursery owners, wine growers, and other small farm owners. There was a presentation by John Ricker, County

more information on data of the basin and what the role of the group/committee is.

groundwater issues, recognize that we colFollowing that there was a Q/A with Kim Adamson and Ralph Bracamonte

addressing groundwater sustainability.”

Stage 2 Water Shortage Rates

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SPCA’s 2014 Poster Contest Winners T he 2014 SPCA Poster Contest in honor of American Humane Association’s “Be Kind to Animals Week”, which is May 4 through the 10, is always a judge these fabulous posters each year.

The winning posters as well as many of entries will be on display at the Santa Cruz

area, through the month of May. South County entries will be on display at Wat-

of the winners for each grade chosen by

on the importance of eating healthy and exercising, the SPCA wanted to make sure pets were included in the equation. The SPCA’s Humane Educator, Brenna Ewing states, “Many of our adopters actually adopt an animal with an exercise routine in mind. Getting your dog out for a long walk each day or getting down to play games

winner’s poster will be displayed in our Capitola Mall store for one year. Thank you to all the Santa Cruz County students who participated this year! For more information about the contest or how to cation@santacruzspca.org. 2014 SPCA Poster Contest Overall Winner

the pet as well as their guardians and

stress and blood pressure.” There were 124 posters entered in this year’s contest and one winner from each grade with entries was chosen as well as had the best combination of art and theme.

Winners were recognized in an awards

Winners by Grade Grade —

2nd Grade — Charter School 3rd Grade — School th Grade — School th Grade — Shepherd School 6th Grade —

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Some of the winners of the 2014 SPCA Poster Contest (from left): Lily Maness, Overall winner (10th Grade, SLV High School), Eve Jarvis, 1st place 4th Grade (Linscott Charter School), Annabelle Wiesner, 1st place K-1st (SLV Elementary), Paloma Auldridge, 1st place 10th Grade (SLV High School) and Dillon Cambra, 1st Place 5th Grade (Good Shepherd School). th Grade — , San Grade — Valley High School th Grade — Valley High School

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Playing with Plastic A plastic bag goes a long, long way. Through the ocean, and through the bay.

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A six-pack of Coke will start to choke the animals in the sea. A set of plastic rings will start to bring the populations down. The animals in the sea will start to get all tangled up. I just wish that they were free. So now I hope you think twice about plastic, and that would be real nice.

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Golf Tournament, the Aptos community has been doing its best to help support youth sports for nearly 70 they do.” the last decade due to funding cuts, support from the community is keeping athletics and other “extracurricular” “We just changed the [ASF] mission statement from supporting only the high school to also supporting the feeder schools’ programs,” said ASF Board of Director Paul Bailey, speaking of junior high and elementary schools that Aptos High draws students from. “We’re dedicating our-

Carts go everywhere as golfers head to their hole to start the tournament. 18 holes for a simultaneous 1 p.m. start. The tournament

approximately 140 golfers at once. “This is a big day,” Blankenship said. “Just look at all the people out here.” Bruce Shaw (left) and Paul Bailey get together before the tournament.

Bailey said. “Our goal is to build something that lasts into

out from the clubhouse as the golfers spread out to all

Aptos Times / May 15th 2014 / 17

already been done, there’s nothing wrong To that end, ASF recently set up an mitments to the foundation.

hand. “The money came in, but it went back

the community include us already,” he said. The 2014 tournament has been dedicated to the memory of Dick Shaw, founder

Robert [Bailey] know what a great tournament that turned out to be.” The Aptos Sports Foundation, established in 1979, was originally created as a fund-raising entity separate from Aptos

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High School. nament that went on for 33 years,” said Shaw’s brother, Bruce. “It was outstanding because we had much of the Monterey Bay participating in one way or another.”

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More Sheriff’s Deputies to be Hired By Zach Friend, County Supervisor 2nd District

he majority of the 2nd District,

times just a few deputies

of miles within our district. County

through attrition. This foresight helped delay the impacts on our district. But as the economy has slightly begun to rebound, requesting that the Board start refunding these positions. During last year’s budget hearings I asked work with the County

posal will be in front of the Board of Superhearings in less than a month. Chief Hart presented a model that would add some less costly non-sworn positions to free up work being done by

deputy positions. In fact, the reports throughout this year on positions since the beginning of Great Recession. Chief Deputy for Administration, Jim Hart, that positions not be directly cut during the

Both presented multiple times to the Board

on the street. I am pleased to report that this upcoming proposed budget will include the refunding of four non-sworn criminalist positions to free tions currently doing criminalist work.

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t the board meeting on April 29, the for 20 years so our groundwater basins can

that the proposed projects are required to -

reduction program aimed to accelerate ensure the future of our water supply, the

the District initiate a moratorium. The upcoming board meeting on June 3 will include a public hearing on a Groundwater Emergency and Declaration of a Moratorium. We encourage all interested customers to attend. Written comments will also

practically none of our costs decrease. We still must maintain our infrastructure and

its groundwater shortage issue and seeks a supplemental water supply. Starting this fall, all households will

and reliable water to our customers. If

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using household, you can anticipate that of our customers already fall under the per month. A high water user can expect

for the latest information. When: June 3, 7 pm New Brighton Middle

Begin July 1 eginning July 1, 2014, the District will implement Stage 2-Water Shortage

contaminating our freshwater supplies. A successful water reduction program is expected to address about one third of the shortfall — a supplemental water supply is planned to address the remainder. Businesses will not be allotted water budgets and will be held to meet best management practices. We encourage all of our customers to start looking at their use now and reducing before water budgets start this fall. Find more information about water budgets here.

Please see the chart below to learn how the

threshold. Other customers will need to prepare their homes — such as modify their outdoor use — when water budgets

drought ends. While the drought has raised awareness of our water shortage and water as a limited resource, drought is not the cause of our water shortage. We need to

Santa Cruz’s water rationing program. Soquel Creek Water District will begin implementing a long-term water use

It sounds like water budgets will be based on how many people are in my household. Do we need to call the District and let them know how many people are in our household for water rationing this summer? report how many people are in your household.

tation more often.” Ecology Action partnered with People Power of Santa Cruz County to host the

Ecology Action is participated in Bike To Work/School Day on May 8 with an additional 3,000 people that took place from Friday May 2 to Friday May 9. This year’s Bike To Work/ School Day represents the largest turnout

Art & History, where 2,000 people attended marking one of the Museum’s most sucaddition, hundreds participated in Ecology Action’s new Cycle & Dine program where

breakfast sites on Thursday May 8 where . Bike Week is coordinated by Ecology nesses, public agencies, and community groups. th

as basic bike maintenance, massages, raffle prizes and more! Ecology Action schools from across Santa Cruz County, marking the highest participation of

walking, skating or scooting to school members biking to work.

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The Universe’s First Billion Years

Cosmologist Tom Abel explores the early universe in public lecture May 27 Cosmologist Tom Abel will discuss the early history of the May 27, at 7:30 p.m. Abel’s talk, “Cosmic -

Abel is a computational cosmologist who explores cosmic history using supercomputer calculations. An associate

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promote public awareness and appreciation for astronomy. This lecture series is a continuation of -

Abel’s long-term goal is “to build a modeling. Among his research interests

the early history of the cosmos.

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We do not plan on rolling out water budgets until the fall. When we begin

email updates, our webpage, customer bills,

in your home. For now, we encourage you to: much water your house is using. see what your “per person” water use is for your home. Bear in mind that dry season irrigation can add a lot to your bill. If you’re reducing your use with lifestyle changes 24 / May 15th 2014 / Aptos Times

he County of Santa Cruz, Soquel Creek Water District, and Central Water District are kicking off a series of Mid County groundwater stakeholder meetings. If you use water from wells, owner, there is reason to be concerned about seawater intrusion impacting our water supply. The meetings will explain the situation and explore community solutions.

The purpose of the stakeholder meetings is to bring together Mid County groundwater basin users and share information about groundwater hydrology, protection against seawater intrusion, groundwater rights, data collection and monitoring, water use efficiency and basin sustainability. A series of meetings will culminate in a set of recommendations for groundwater basin protection and management strategies, including the role of non-agency groundwater pumpers. We will discuss information on the state of the Mid County groundwater basin, hear initial feedback from mid-county groundwater users, and answer questions. When: First meeting of the series will

Four more meetings are planned:

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to return their ballots.

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The Secret Chamber By Patrick Woodhead

lthough he has been traumatized by thews has agreed Himalayas to the northern Congo to locate an English doctor who has mysteriously At the same time, Beatrice “Bear” Makuru, a mining troubleshooter and

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military man and his accomplished team of assassins, Tucker and Kane will be tested to the extreme as their perilous journey takes them from the frigid Siberian wilderness -

a woman whose entire life has been destroyed by the storm and also with a sintaining thriller, but the collaboration of these two accomplished authors also adds another dimension to this exciting series.

Everything to Lose

By James Rollins and Grant Blackwood

igma Force recruits Tucker Wayne and his military working dog Kane were introduced in “Tracker” and

own new series created by James Rollins and Grant Blackwood. Tucker and his canine buddy are recruited to carry out a dangerous mission in Siberia where a pharmaceutical expert who hold the keys to a loathsome, biological weapon system

of the existing world balance. Of course, one misstep and the whole assignment will turn into an international disaster that would cost Tucker and his dog

though, has some serious and unforeseen consequences for Hilary. Soon someone is looking for the missing money and the closer this person gets to Hilary the more she becomes

dark secrets hidden. from Staten Island, who also is linked to the money and has a slew of his own struggles related to Hurricane Sandy, Hilary dis-

By Andrew Gross

et during the chaos of Hurricane Sandy, this highly original thriller introduces Hilary Cantor, a woman who makes a spur of the moment decision that changes a

Hilary has just lost her job, so caring for her son with Asperger’s is about to become an impossible challenge since her deadbeat husband has deserted the family.

is dead but in the twisted auto is a satchel with half a million dollars in it.

consequences of this bad decision might be not readily possible.

the semblance of a normal life and care for this spellbinding tale.

Ruin Falls By Jenny Milchman Ballantine. $26 iz Daniels, the mother of two young children, should be happy that she is enjoy a rare family -

the trip the family

woman

husband’s parents because of the strained relations

and protect her son. Keeping the money,

On the last leg

imaginable,

this

beleaguered

missing. After the police are called in and an Amber Alert issued, the search begins for the children.

surfaced in China. Meanwhile, in England a professor has been murdered using an ancient Chinese torture technique that has British intelligence on edge. Alex Hawke joins with his old friend and Scotland Yard colleague Ambrose Con-

has taken her two youngsters and although

can determine what’s going on. Of course this turns out to be only

chological suspense, Jenny

between Hawke and Chyna Moon, a Chinese assassin and woman who is more

success with readers. She takes it to another

them and getting them back. This distraught

26 / May 15th 2014 / Aptos Times

Do you need training, coaching or both? A bout once a month, someone calls asking: “Do you do trainings?” I

“Yes, I do trainings. Tell me more about it.” That response seems to go better than want the training to be? Do the participants want to this training? Will managers

for me to resist blurting.) what makes my approach to training what they learned into practice on the job,

face or online, includes exercises during

an opportunity to practice what they are ronment. Questions during training are focused on understanding the content, not

at work.

been forced to attend. Skill

Coaching.

Skill

performance continuum than training. Skill coaching combines expertise in two domains: content and context. The content, subject matter knowledge, is coupled with the learner in the process of acquiring and applying new skills. By design, skill coaching supports the learner as they practice newly with factors that traditional training doesn’t address. Skills coaching is about retention, not just training. One of those

Roesler), not traditional training.

irst, let’s talk about training. Training is the acquisition of knowledge and skills as a result of the teaching from a content expert. It usually happens in a

failing. When the fear of failing on the learner ’s side is combined with an intolerance of mistakes on the manager ’s change can happen.

Aptos Times / May 15th 2014 / 27

et fresh ideas for easy-toorning meditation schedule M Aptos G 9:00am, & Sat. 8:30am Chamber of Commerce nutritious main entrees from a- Fri. followed by “Come As You Are Zen” at 9:00am. Zazen munity Markets culinary team.

Wednesday May 21

Maternity and Surgery Center,

PFLAG (Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays)

instruction First Tues. of each

sample, get a recipe card, and learn Featured recipes are posted on

cart, tee prizes, contests, catered lunch, and awards

PROFILE of Santa Cruz Clares St. Capitola

Friday May 30

Seascape Tennis Tournament Sports Club oin us for a day of round robin tennis and networking at the Seascape Sports Club! Cost: $30 per person

Announcements

of its members in jobs, and we can help you too. Ongoing workshops -

Co-dependents Anonymous

hat is co-dependency? What is enabling? What is this insanity? Am I the only one who

Toastmasters: Speak for Success

Svaroopa® Yoga Classes

Mar Blvd. Aptos es, you can do yoga! With the Valley Drive, Scotts Valley. support of blankets, beginning students relax into easy poses designed to release to deepest tensions in the body along the

of Hatha yoga that deeply relaxes, with Redwood Ramblers Toastquiets the mind, reduces pain, Drop-ins welcome. For more

First Tuesdays each month Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays

Nar-Anon

Wednesdays

Tuesdays thru Sundays

Tail Wagging World of Dog Ownership

6:30pm at the Santa Cruz SPCA,

TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly)

Orientations to Become Advocates for Children

Alzheimers Support Groups Monday: 2:00 - 3:30pm

Freedom Blvd. Watsonville

attend orientation. The orientation

members of people with Alzheimers welcome, men and bilingual folks especially encouraged.

program for youth ages six to

Wednesdays and Fridays and is sponsored by the St. John’s

Support Group is a Tuesday gathering for women with all

Second Tuesdays each month

for women through all stages from Free Job Seek Workshop! diagnoses through treatment. 6:00pm-7:00pm, Gateway Bible -

Drop in Grief Support

tutoring and homework assistance, basketball and music programs and Terrance, Aptos a snack break. the death of a friend or family participate no later than March 7th. Contact Coordinator support from people who care. Jodi Capitola-Duran at: No registration required, please

Tuesdays, Thursdays thru Saturdays

Mondays

Meal Solution Mondays -

Ocean Gate Zen Center Zazen Instructions

Capitola (Also down town and at B, Santa Cruz (next to Family Cycling Center) West side stores) 28 / May 15th 2014 / Aptos Times

Church Bible Study/Worship Worship, First Baptist Church ooking for a church? Come worship with us!

Dated Events Wednesday May 21 Peripheral Neuropathy Support Group Meeting

B12 Fridays

3:00pm-6:00pm, Thrive Natural

iane Whitacre, Postural Anatomist, RT, will be supports immunity, energy, the guest speaker. Her topic is sleep, mood, and the body’s ability “Posture & Pain” The public is to handle stress. welcome!

Drop-in Grief Support County ospice of Santa Cruz County

Ronals Petty leads H Commander the meetings. death of a family member or a friend.

Second and Fourth Thursdays

This group is a place where you can share stories, learn tools for coping, and

Cabrillo Host Lions Club

7:00pm at the Cabrillo Community Center, Aptos Village

Freedom Forum Presents: In the best interest of the Children or in the Best Interest of the CPS/DFCS?

D Tuesday May 27

Friday Shakespeare Club

Aptos Sons In Retirement

Barbara Chamberlain at 831-

Second and Fourth Wednesdays

Santa Cruz/ Monterey Bay Branch www.cabrillohostlions.org. ADHD Support Group Meetings Third Thursday each month

No-cost Youth Program in Aptos Tuesdays WomenCARE Support Group no-cost after school youth

Free childcare with advance

Tsupport for anyone wanting

Hoffman’s for Second Harvest

PContact President Jess Allen

A is a 12-step support group for those who wish to stop eating

Ave, Soquel Dr. Santa Cruz.

a more organized and uncluttered life, or dealing with the

Avenue room 206, Santa Cruz.

Capitola Road, Santa Cruz. acilitated by Jill Ginghofer, this

Ongoing thru Friday May 30

Capitola-Aptos Rotary Club Meeting

Second Thursdays each month

Adoption/Child Welfare Orientation

Thursdays

First Wednesday each month

Aptos Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10110

Clutterers Anonymous

Veterans of Foreign Wars

addiction. Three meetings are now being held in Santa Cruz County, Second and Fourth Mondays on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. First and Third Wednesdays For a meeting near you call

Ongoing Events

et support for loosing weight at healthy 4 meals to people in need these health group meetings. throughout Santa Cruz through 200

First Tuesdays and Third Wednesdays each month

Fourth Thursdays each month

Dominion Ct., Aptos Soquel Dr. Soquel ommander Chuck Woodson eetings are open to the public leads the meetings. and the location alternates between the City of Santa Cruz Police Community Room, and the Soquel Creek Water District Headquarters. Fridays Visit www.scwd2desal.org

Cruz (cross street is Soquel Ave.). Anonymous is a Overeaters Anonymous Chealthyo-dependents 12-step group for people who want 6:30-7:30pm at Teach by the Beach relationships and self esteem.

go to www.coda.org or e-mail

saveyoursanity@aol.com

Meeting Schedule for the SCWD2 Task Force

7:00pm, Soquel Creek Water

Monday, ranging from meat dishes,

Twenty-Fifth Annual Golf Scramble

Third Wednesdays

eets monthly on the third friday, until May 17th. Come

in stimulating discussions of Shakespeare’s plays. Guests are welcome. on Soquel Dr. 7:00pm, Firehouse on Soquel Dr. Aptos pen Support meetings on peakers helping speakers Saturdays second Wednesday. Adult Only get gigs. meetings on fourth Wednesday. Any Questions, contact Judy

round, with the best selections of fresh foods. In addition, family by professional chefs, gardening workshops, seasonal fairs and

Aptos. peaker will be Mario Vasquez on his personal experience “From the Bario to the White House and Beyond.”

Sunday June 22

Help Santa Cruz County Outrun Hunger

Scotts Valley Farmer’s Market

A post race expo will follow the

360 Kings Village Drive

public. The expo will feature

Sundays

and goody bag as well as a free

Over-Eaters Anonymous

Your May Horoscope Times Publishing Group, Inc. Gemini (May 22-June 21)

Announcements Volunteers Needed for the Monterey Symphony

he Monterey Symphony

Modern Square Dancing Class

caller4u@razzolink.com for more information!

montereysymphony.org for more Last Thursdays each month information.

Monthly Argentine Tango at Star Bene Italian/Argentine Restarante

his is a night for true “Social Tango.” Order a wonderful BINGO 6:30 p.m. Santa Cruz Elks Lodge, meal from the Star Bene

Tuesdays

osted by Soquel Sports

www.soquelsports.com

known italian menu), and enjoy the ambiance of Argentina and join us in a social tango dance to music from the Golden Age of Tango. Private instruction and classes by arrangement. For more

Wednesdays

Downtown Santa Cruz Antique Fair

First Friday Art Tour

Come see our band for Free in

he First Friday Art Tour is a Santa Cruz Institute

managed in conjunction with

clothing, glass and ceramic

kitsch, turquoise, original artwork, and a whole lot of whatnot!

Dated Events Saturday May 17

6:30 pm, German American

through Jan 29 are free.

Cruz

Band. Refreshments, large

Santa Cruz Symphony

he symphony’s season comes to an end with “Renewal,” a concert featuring goal soloists from the Metropolitan Opera and the Cabrillo Symphonic Chorus. Concerts in Santa Cruz and phony.org

Saturday May 24 Felton Remembers

morning parade along Highway

Big Band Dance

Cruz quare dancing! Try it, you’ll Capitola like it! Friendship put to music,

Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22)

4th Annual Santa Cruz Rejuvenation Festival

season features continuous entertainment on 3 stages including Kids Stage with children performers including

Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)

Start out the beginning of the month with the sun in your face, the wind in your hair, and good

First Friday viewings.)

since money can be a really tricky issue.

this power of humbleness for good.

Sanctuary Celebration

Thursdays

Second Fridays each month

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

and life. Just make sure to keep that ego in check by the middle of the month. Go for a walk,

Facebook.

are tax deductible).

Lucky Steppers Modern Square Dance

more! Huge Eco-Fair, free yoga classes

Saturday May 17 Sunday May 18

educational talks and demonstrations, and short ecoand illuminates some of the most tours of the Santa Cruz Wharf talented local artists from local mark this year’s Monterey Bay galleries. celebration. in a First Friday art tour, visit

Contact Lee McLaughlin,

Youssoupha Sidibe, The Mystic

You might be in the mood to sow some wild oats at the beginning of May. Head out to the garden and get planting! The closer you can get to the earth right now, the better you’ll be feeling. Closely examine those small details in your daily life. This will get you a promotion at

endors offer an eclectic blend of antiques and unique items. Come and check it out! Browse through a wide assortment of treasures including books and

First Fridays each month performing in the Bay

come your way. These connections may lead to some romantic feelings in a new partner. Communication problems may arise in a business partnership near the end of the Month. Be sure to address these problems head on. It’s always better to nip a problem in the bud!

Second Sundays Each Month

Peninsula Banjo Band

This is an amazing month for you Gemini. Step outside and get in tune with nature. Go for a Poppins of children’s music, The Mickey Magic, and Aerial Arts Santa Cruz. Performances by Grammy Winning legend,

Santa Cruz, 230 Plymouth

C Ongoing Events

floor, friendly atmosphere, free parking. Open to the publicsingles welcome! Suggested donation, $6 per

t is Memorial Day weekend and Felton does remember.

smart phone, close your laptop and connect, connect, connect! There’s a good reason you rely on your friends for support — they’re reliable! So turn to them on the 31st.

Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)

on stage? Gotten a really good massage? Get out there and enjoy all these new possibilities. The more relaxed you are, the more grounded you are with your body. This will help you tune roundings on the 31st. Amazing days are ahead of you by the end of the month.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

The 1st of the Month brings you big responsibility. You might be charged with a task such as drawing up a contract. Make sure to consult an expert and pay special attention. You might regret sloppy work later. You are in an intense kind of way by the middle of the month. Hang out with your friends. Focus your attention on what you want and where you want to be in

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

The 1st of the Month, you will encounter yourself in an out-of-the-ordinary position. Go with internal. All that chatty energy you encountered at the beginning has died down. Take some

Saturday May 24 Sunday May 25

Santa Cruz Blues Festival

reg Allman, Trombone Shorty, and Chris Isaak are just a few of the top acts that will be appearing at the 22nd annual

energy to propel yourself forward in life. Try a new city, country or state? Eureka days are ahead of you.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

Work can be stressful this month Capricorn. Your co-workers won’t stop talking, impeding of those days. Go home and take a nice long, hot, bath. On the 13th take your friends and go on a stroll through the park. Enjoy the time spent with your friends. You will learn how to balance security and excitement with work this month. Take on the challenge and see it as an

Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)

tickets yet? Don’t wait! com

emotions in check. By the end of the month, nourish your inner child. You need some feeling of ease to balance you out.

Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)

a good book by the pool. Take a nap. Cancel any plans that sound too stressful. As long as you take good care of yourself now, you will be back on your feet in no time. Trouble in the restructure your relationship, if it isn’t working for you. Sad about a break up? Take some time and you’ll be ready for romance on the 31st.

Aries (March 21-April 20)

You get a great idea at the beginning of the month. Take some time to marinate in it. Write it that does not pan out, you can always go back to the drawing board. This month is all routine: work out, eat, sleep, and clean. And then repeat! Take care of the little things, the rest can wait. Get up early, listen to your heart and go out there with all your heart, soul and energy. This is

Taurus (April 21-May 21) formed wings are going to break out of that cocoon. Whether you’re going into a new phase of some bags, lift some weights. You’ll feel so much better. Your social life and your romantic life

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Addressing the Water Problem By Kim Anderson, General Manager Soquel Creek Water District

s people become more aware of our water challenges, one question we hear frequently is: “Why it has taken so long to address our problem?” This isn’t uncommon for any public decision-making process, and my

J. Ben Vernazza CPA/PFS, TEP (UK) emeritus Investment Consultant & Advocate www.benvcpa.com

when the Army Corps of Engineers -

the steps the District has taken to water basin issue.

underground aquifers and determined that the District could safely pump up to 7,700 acre feet of water each year. Growth projections in midcounty made it prudent to look again at future water needs since at that

wrote The History of the Soquel

nearly 300 gallons per day.

bit of history, along with a recent

Second Opinions For Critical Financial Decisions

formed. The Soquel Creek Dam issue

which much of the early information presented here is documented. I

opportunity to update our history to secure a stable and sustainable water supply for our community.

s long ago as 1930, water in mid-county became a subject

1973,

supplemental

iden-

idea surfaced and died again in 1933. This public discussion and debate of water issues was to be repeated numerous times throughout the history of mid-county water management.

intrusion. In 1994, those monitoring wells were falling and seawater intrusion was occurring. This lead to the formuch like the one currently being formed in the City of Santa Cruz. In 1997 this citizen group iden-

intrusion and stated the safe

s u p p l e me n t a l supply and recommended looking at a Soquel Creek

was actually 4,000 rather than 7,700 acre feet per year. The Board

desalination and recycled water options. The group also recommended e n h a n c e d water conser-

of all the preand was informed that the latest report indication of seawater intrusion

30 / May 15th 2014 / Aptos Times

from the recommendation to install a system of monitoring wells. The

dam on Soquel Creek was imagined.

the Soquel Creek Water District was

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o once again, supplemental supply was discussed but there was no urgency. While the 1980 study pro-

80 wells to monitor groundwater

supply sidered. Projections were that this additional water would be needed to meet supply after 1997, but that still meant the District had enough water for the next 20 years. But in 1978, a report

monitoring program. The Board was also told that they could safely pump about 14,000 acre-feet per year. While this report stated tional future supplies.

this was the beginning of the District’s and the community’s outstanding conser-

s the District started looking

for supplemental supply, they also

SPCA Featured Pet We Could Care Less if He’s Hairless

hat Baldwin lacks in the looks department, he more than makes up for in charm and character! This 10-year-old Chinese Crested/ Yorkshire Terrier is an incredibly affeclittle dog with a mild temperament making him easy and

coaching. Performance coaching is designed The element of coaching creates a context for mistakes that shifts them from tation column. That shift that makes all the

in their current role. Often the desire for

The coaching part of skill coaching coach. Thankfully, many managers are now taking up the coaching mantle as they recognize that the command-and-control

learning, with the object being to enable someone to gain increased self-awareness, especially when it comes to management and leadership responsibilities. Adding coaching to any training,

business needs today to be successful

increases the probability that the promised

process. Questioning current assumptions and beliefs is an integral part of the process.

supports the learner to change habits and

ounding out the performance spectrum are two other types of coaching: per-

into their work life. After all, supporting the learner to perform better is the point, isn’t it?

around. He’s a slight unique appearance.

is kept in our office and is part of our welcoming committee. He has a special affinity for children and the minute a child walks in the door, sidered a senior citizen, this sweet boy is unexpectedly playful and spry, light on the leash, and great on walks. He recently completed the Human

The coaching part of skill coaching doesn’t have to be delivered by an outside coach.

He’s also agreeable with other dogs as well as cats. A hairless dog requires some extra attention and precaution. They are indoor dogs that should not be exposed to the sun during strong sun hours and should also be kept in clothing or indoors when it’s chilly. him soft and supple. We can see Baldwin as a perfect fit for a fellow

many programs that benefit the animals and people of our community.

Mall Adoption Center and Gift Shop is located at the Capitola Mall near Target and is open on Friday

adjusted down by approximately 2,000 acre-feet. Again, desalination, recycled

supply. The District and the city started supplemental supply project, and those

crossword on 25 »

their options.

community and those presentations include maps of seawater intrusion elsewhere in the state and the country. As a

in the past ten years water use has been slowed on the joint supplemental supply project, the District regrouped and started

pump about 4,000 acre-feet per year once miles inland and wells are contaminated. In contrast, the District has worked hard to go from 300 gallons per person of water use to one of the lowest per capita in the state.

busy few decades for the District, and will continue to be so into the near future. Aptos Times / May 15th 2014 / 31

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