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The Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County and fellow non-profits are gearing up for a day of community action for Martin Luther King Day on Monday, Jan 21, 2019. Community members are invited to register for one of the projects offered or to join in the Santa Cruz March for Unity. Full Story page 8

Seascape Golf Now Locally Owned Aptos’ SAR Enterprises and The Holcomb Corporation Buy Club

In November, SAR Enterprises and The Holcomb Corporation, both companies headquartered in Aptos, bought The Seascape Golf Club. Located amidst the cypress and eucalyptus trees, at 610 Clubhouse Drive in Rio del Mar, the 132-acre property is once again in the hands of our own community.

“The timing and the circumstance were right, it really was a match made heaven,” Bob Ridino explained on the opportunity to acquire the course now and the partnership with The Holcomb Corporation. “It’s a labor of love, positive for the community.” ... continues on page 4

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Cover Seascape Golf Now Locally Owned: Aptos’ SAR Enterprises and The Holcomb Corporation Buy Club

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Community News Food Available for Gov’t. Workers Impacted by Shutdown: Federal employees welcome at the food bank’s distribution sites throughout the county Friends of the Aptos Library Events: January – February Cabrillo Youth Strings Music Program Begins Spring Semester • Free Disaster Training Classes at Cabrillo College • First Baby Born in 2019 • RotaCare Free Medical Clinics • Santa Cruz Civil Grand Jury Volunteers • California Retired Teachers Association Luncheon • Age Well, Drive Smart: Senior Driver Safety Program • Take Always: Art To Go!: Pajaro Valley Arts Opening Reception Join Neighbors in Service for MLK Day My Life is Bigger Than Parkinson’s: Educational Symposium Teaches People about the Disease 2019 Valentine’s Day Poetry Contest: The Annual Times Competition for Santa Cruz County Residents • Congressman Panetta Announces January Mobile Office Hours Dominican Re-Certified as Chest Pain Center: Hospital underwent rigorous on-site review by The Joint Commission Health Services Agency Funded for Impaired Driving and Traffic Safety Training Habitat ReStore SC Celebrates Grand Reopening Aptos High Dance Showcase • Free Six Week Series by HEALTH Trust Building Upon a Legacy: Martinelli’s Looks Toward the Future ‘Legally Speaking’ Comes to County Libraries: New Monthly Series Sheds Light on Life Events Through the Laws’ Point of View Six Steps to Safer Winter Driving County Staff Train for Hazard Emergencies Vets 4 Vets Receives Local Grants Aptos Student Wins Peace Poster Contest Monterey Bay Rose Society Presents Free Rose Pruning Classes

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“Seascape Golf” from page 1

Originally called the Rio Del Mar Country Club, it was designed by Garrett and David Gill in 1926. During World War 2 it served as a “victory garden” for the war effort. In 1945 it was reopened and has since maintained a lush mid-level course and popular clubhouse with tremendous character. “We intend to make subtle changes, with a focus on enhancing the food and beverage service,” explained Mr. Ridino. General Manager Gary Nelson, who has been at Seascape since 2007, will stay on board with his staff as part of the new team. A new addition to that team is chef Gonzalo “Gonzo” Sanchez who most recently was the Chef de Cuisine at the Monterey Plaza Hotel and Spa. He looks forward to bringing his culinary skills and creativity to Seascape Golf Club. “The Seascape Golf Course, and the Club, as it is affectionately known, is held in high personal regard by both the Holcomb and Ridino families of Aptos. Bartender Rocky Barnes in the Seascape Golf Clubhouse in 1957. It is much more than a beautiful piece of land with a pleasant clubhouse; it is an pleased that the golf club will be even more with his family in Santa Cruz County for nearly 40 years and has run his commercial irreplaceable anchor of our Rio del Mar involved in the community.” The new owners have long-term plans real estate firm in Aptos since 1985. neighborhood. Personally, many of the Mark Holcomb’s reputation for fondest memories of my lifetime are tied to upgrade various aspects of the course, to remodel bringing high quality and environmento this facility. I the existing tally sensitive development to Santa Cruz know that many c l u b h o u s e , County is well known. His crowning in our comand to create achievement is the Seascape Beach Resort. munity feel the a welcoming The 283 all-suite hotel overlooks the same way.” sports bar and Monterey Bay, with stunning ocean front M a r c restaurant that accommodations. n H o l c o m b ••• they hope will observed that Seascape Golf Club is a 6,034-yard par 71 become a gathfor him it was Seascape Golf Club was originally the Rio Del Mar Country Club, ering place and golf course featuring immaculately manicured like coming full with direct access from the Watsonville/Santa Cruz Highway. dining desti- fairways, green rolling hills, set against the circle. He noted Pacific Ocean. “I have been playing this course for over 50 nation for the entire community. More information is available at www. Robert Ridino, Owner and CEO of years and even served as president of the men’s club in my mid 30’s. Bob and I are SAR Asset Management, Inc., has resided seascapegc.com

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he government shutdown is causing financial hardship for many federal employees, and Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz County and its partner agencies in Santa Cruz County have food available for federal employees and their families who are being impacted. “The food bank recognizes that this is a very real crisis for many hardworking families in our community and we want to do what we can to help them out in this time of need,” said Suzanne Willis, Second Harvest’s Development and Marketing Officer. “The cost of living is so high in this area that if you aren’t bringing in a paycheck, your basic needs can become compromised very quickly.” Government employees or immediate family members are invited to pick up food at distribution sites located at agencies throughout Santa Cruz County. https://www.thefoodbank.org/food-distribution-nutrition-education-locations-times/ It is advised to call Second Harvest’s Community Food Hotline to verify distribution dates and times, as schedules can be subject to change.

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HAPPY NEW YEAR! In 2018, 280 homes sold at median price $1,014,000, average price $1,207,559, 40 days on market average; high sale $5.5M, low sale $451,000. This compares to 2017 where 305 home sold (8% more), at median price $995,000 (2% less), average price $1,124,378 (7% less). In 2018 there were 31 sales >$2.0M; only 19 in 2017. So, 2018 saw less volume and a modest 2% median price increase. Condos and Townhomes sold in 2018 were only 78% the volume of 2017 sales and median price went up 1% (to $647,000) for condos and 8% (to $700,000) for townhomes. 16 Mobile home sales ranged from $180,000 - $575,000. Seacliff area had 49 sales ranging from $576,000 for 292 Barkentine to $3.8 Million for 28 Potbelly. Rio Del Mar area had 194 sales (including 21 Seascape Resort condo sales) ranging from $550,000 for 750 Encino to $5.5M for 1106 Via Malibu. Aptos east of Hiway 1 had 111 sales ranging from $451,000 for 757 Cathedral to $2,838,000 for 595 Day Valley. There is something for everyone in Aptos! ACTIVE LISTINGS – Currently there are 44 homes for sale in Aptos (<2 months inventory); there are only 241 homes for sale in the whole County. High list price in Aptos is $5.5M; low list price is $680,000 for 3516 Redwood (99 DOM). There are 7 Active condos ranging from $499,000 for a 2-bedroom in Willowbrook to $1,280,000 for a Rio Del Mar ocean view. There are 8 Active townhomes ranging from $587,000 for 6112 Sheraton Place (33 DOM) to $937,000 for 7860 Tanias Court (75 DOM). There are 7 Active mobile homes ranging from $268,000 to $576,000. I am told that Aptos Village will be releasing many new condos and townhomes for sale in mid-January. 2019 – My expectations are that pricing will remain fairly stable and inventory will rise significantly in March-May. So buyers, get your Pre-Qual lined up with a local lender; interest rates are still “low”, for now. Sellers, prepare to list in the March-May timeframe to yield highest return in shortest amount of time. Coming soon from me include: house with sweeping ocean views in Rio Del Mar (4 bed, 3 bath), single-level house in Opal Cliffs area (3/2), Aptos Country home (3 bed, 3 bath), two forest townhomes (3 bed, 2.5 bath, 2-car garage) ... and more. ——— For anything Real Estate – call me, text me, email me and … Get Results With Ruth!

January 19 ptos Library Monthly Book Sale: Friends of the Aptos Library will be holding its monthly book sale, Saturday, January 19, 2019 at the Aptos Library from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. There will be delicious baked goods for purchase as well. Come browse tons of books of all genres. This is the major fundraising event for the Friends who support literacy programs, Our Community Reads, and assistance for the library in a myriad of ways. The Live Like Coco foundation, a program supported by the Friends, is an organization that encourages kids to read through a generous book-give-away program.

January 22 ilm Series: Saving Otter 501. Presented by Michelle Staedler, Otter Expert at the Monterey Bay Aquarium (MBA). The film follows the 501st otter pup to be rescued by the aquarium from the time she is found, her rehabilitation and release into the wild. Learn about MBA’s otter rescue program. Popcorn provided. Show your library card and get a free cookie! Twin Lakes Church, 2701 Cabrillo College Drive, Monschke Hall, Room 7100. 6:30–8:30 pm.

January 26 peaker Series*: Dan Haifley, Director, O’Neill Sea Odyssey and Newspaper Columnist, in collaboration with the Aptos History Museum, presents: “The Death and Life of Monterey Bay.” $10 donation requested to benefit the Aptos History Museum. Rio Sands Community Room, 116 Aptos Beach Drive. 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.

January 30 anel Discussion: Monterey Bay: Today’s Heroes. Dr. Richard Starr,

Moss Landing Marine Labs; Ross Clark, Central Coast Wetlands Group; Dr. Melissa Miller, CA Dept. of Fish and Wildlife; Dr. Jim Barry, Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Inst.; and Dr. John Hunt, UC Davis. La Selva Beach Clubhouse, 314 Estrella Avenue. 7 p.m. Month of February elected by Julie Olsen Edwards, Cabrillo College Peace & Anti-Bias Library. On display, award-winning children’s picture books about beaches, sea life and environmental preservation. Located in the Youth Services Room Aptos Library.

February 6 a Selva Beach: Library Film Night. 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

February 7 peaker Series: Nicole Crane, Cabrillo College faculty Marine Biology and Environmental Sciences, presents her One People One Reef project documentary (produced and directed by Kelsey Doyle): Hofagie Laamle, a unique project focused on sustainable oceans, indigenous people, and coral reef management in the Western Pacific. Nicole is Project co-lead for One People, One Reef. Cabrillo Horticulture, Room 5005, 6500 Soquel Dr. 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

February 9 ave Our Shores Beach Clean up at Rio Del Mar Beach: Come pitch in to help keep our beaches clean and safe! A fun and rewarding activity for the whole family! Rio Del Mar Beach 10 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

February 12 peaker Series: Mark Silberstein, Elkhorn Slough Foundation (ESF): “The Return

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of the Slough: Fifty years of Conservation at the Heart of Monterey Bay- the story of Elkhorn Slough.” Mark will share stories of the restoration and stewardship of the slough, the progress and the challenges ahead for this rich environment. Rio Sands Community Room, 116 Beach Drive, Aptos. 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

February 19 rivia Night: Come show off your knowledge of facts from the book, The Death & Life of Monterey Bay. County Supervisor, Zach Friend, will be our Emcee and conduct the festivities. Bring your book clubs! Food & beverages are available for purchase. Seascape Golf Club, 610 Club House Drive. 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. RSVP required: friendsoftheaptos library@fscpl.org

February 21 uthor Talk: Join us for a conversation with Author Stephen Palumbi, Professor, Hopkins Marine Station, Stanford University, and Mark Carr, Professor of Biology, Dept. of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, UC Santa Cruz, as they discuss the fascinating history of Monterey Bay and the people who have had an impact on its inhabitants, both human and marine. Co-sponsored by Save Our Shores. Introduction by Nicole Crane, Cabrillo College Marine Biology and Environmental Sciences. Cabrillo College Samper Recital Hall. 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m.

February 27 ilm Series: Of the Sea. Presented by Melissa Mahoney, Monterey Bay Fisheries Trust. Tells the story of California fishing communities and presents a compelling story of the future of sustainable seafood. Popcorn provided. Show your library card and get a free cookie! Aptos Library Conference Room. 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. n ••• Aptos Branch Library 7695 Soquel Dr, Aptos • www.friendsofaptoslibrary.org *All events are open to the public, and all are free except where noted. ••• Friends of the Aptos Library, A chapter of the Friends of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries, works to support the Aptos Library through fundraising and advocacy for our branch. We solicit recommendations for projects from the Aptos community, from library patrons, and from the Aptos Library Staff.

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Cabrillo Youth Strings Music Program Begins Spring Semester egistration for the Cabrillo Youth Strings Music Program is underway. An entry level String Orchestra Class, 4th-6th Grade Beginning Strings for violin, viola and cello will be offered on Fridays, 4:00-5:15, beginning February 1, VAPA5137. Students must provide their own instruments. Auditions for Festival Strings (beginning note-readers) and Cabrillo Strings (intermediate-advanced) will be held on Friday, February 1, 3:45 - 4:15 with rehearsals on Fridays. Festival Strings will meet in VAPA5156, 4:15-5:45 and Cabrillo Strings will meet in VAPA5141, 4:15-5:55. The first rehearsal will be Friday, February 1 at the Music Building, VAPA 5000. Our concert will be April 12, 7:00 p.m., Samper Recital Hall. String players ages 5 to 18 are welcome to join the private lesson and string orchestral programs. For those interested in participating in or making contributions to this program, please call (831) 479-6101 or go to the Cabrillo.edu http:// www.cabrillo.edu/academics/music/suzuki. ••• Free Disaster Training Classes at Cabrillo College ERT (Community Emergency Response Team) Training Offered in Aptos at Cabrillo College! In the event of a disaster, emergency services personnel are often delayed for hours or even days in reaching all areas. During this time, you should know how to take care of yourself, your family and your neighbors. The knowledge & preparation gained in these training sessions will help you be more prepared for that disaster. The next basic CERT training class will be held at the horticulture center on the Cabrillo College Campus. Tuesdays, Jan. 22, 29, Feb. 5, 12 from 6:30p-10:00p & Sat. Feb.16. 9AM-5PM (Note: the final Saturday session will be held at the Aptos/La Selva

Fire Station on Soquel Drive near Mar Vista Elementary) Courses are FREE. To sign up or to get more information: https://santacruzcountycert.org/ Classes are listed in the CERT training section. ••• First Baby Born in 2019 ominican Hospital welcomed Santa Cruz County’s first baby born in 2019! Little baby boy Alexander Joseph Rodriguez was born on January 1, at 1:03 a.m. to proud parents Veronikka Velez and Alejandro Rodriguez-Duarte of Watsonville. He was the first baby born in the New Year in Santa Cruz County. Members of his extended family arrived at the hospital soon after and were delighted to meet him.

••• RotaCare Free Medical Clinics id you know that there is a FREE medical clinic in Santa Cruz? RotaCare provides medical care to a population of uninsured and underinsured residents of Santa Cruz County. All RotaCare services provided at the clinic are free to the patient. RotaCare is a volunteer alliance of medical professionals, organizations and community members that provide free healthcare services on Tuesdays (unless otherwise posted) from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Live Oak Senior Center at 1777 Capitola Road. RotaCare is a non-profit 501(c)(3) public benefit corporation. The organization was formed in 1989 when a local Rotarian identified the need of many residents who had limited access to healthcare services. RotaCare Bay Area is a volunteer alliance of medical professionals, organizations and community members dedicated to providing free healthcare to uninsured families and individuals with limited ability to pay for medical care. For more information: www.rotacare bayarea.com ••• Santa Cruz Civil Grand Jury Volunteers he Superior Court of Santa Cruz County is accepting applications for volunteers seeking to become a member

than January 28th, please call Glenda at (831) 476-5886. For more information https://calrta.org ••• Age Well, Drive Smart Senior Driver Safety Program he California Highway Patrol is offering a traffic safety program for senior drivers. The Age Well, Drive Smart Program is designed to provide drivers with the keys to driving safer and driving longer. This program is designed as an educational tool for mature drivers. Topics of discussion will include: • How to tune up driving skills.   • Refreshing their knowledge of the rules of the road.   • Learning about normal, age-related physical changes and how to adjust to them.   • When it may be time to limit or stop driving.   • Understanding the alternatives to driving.   ~~~ Age Well, Drive Smart classes are approximately two and one-half hours long and are free of charge. These classes are geared toward drivers age 65 and up, but they are open to anyone who feels they can benefit from this information. The CHP has the following class scheduled.   Monday, Jan. 28 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM   The class will be held at the Aptos branch of the Santa Cruz Public Library. The Library is located at 7695 Soquel Drive, Aptos.  Space in this class is limited. For more details, and to make a reservation, please call the CHP - Santa Cruz Area Office at (831) 662-0511. ••• Take Always: Art To Go! Pajaro Valley Arts Opening Reception January 27 • 2:00 - 4:00PM e invite you to join us for our first exhibit of 2019, Take Always: Art to Go! This annual invitational exhibits features sixtysix of the county’s most notable artists. As a fundraising event these artists are presenting works that fit into many budgets. Several donated pieces will be part of a raffle drawing during the closing reception on Sunday, March 10, from 2:00PM – 4:00PM. Raffle will start at 3:30PM. In this wildly popular show everyone benefits: you take home fabulous art the day of your purchase and new art comes into the gallery every day! ••• Exhibit Dates: January 23–March 10 Curators: Jane Gregorius 831-332-8433 or Susanna Waddell 831-768-0457 Co-Curators: Chris Miroyan and Bruce Nicholson. www. pvarts.org n

T of the Santa Cruz County Civil Grand Jury. The Civil Grand Jury is a historic institution and serves an important role in our society. Serving on the Civil Grand Jury gives you a unique opportunity to have a significant impact on the lives of Santa Cruz County residents. The 19 members of the Civil Grand Jury are an independent body empowered to investigate the operations of city and county governments as well as other tax-supported agencies and special districts. They also respond to citizen complaints on government issues. Candidates for the grand jury must be United States citizens, at least 18 years of age, have a working knowledge of the English language and have resided in the county for at least one year. Santa Cruz County is seeking a volunteer pool that represents the ethnic and cultural diversity of communities within our county. All qualified citizens interested in serving on the 2018-2019 Civil Grand Jury are invited to submit an application to the Superior Court of Santa Cruz County for consideration. For applications and more information, please visit the Superior Court’s website at www.santacruzcourt.org or visit either the Santa Cruz or Watsonville Courthouse to pick up an application. All applications must be received by 3:00 pm on Friday, April 19, 2019. For questions, please contact the Superior Court Jury Commissioner’s Office by email at jury.information@santacruzcourt.org. ••• California Retired Teachers Association Luncheon alifornia Retired Teachers Association Area V Division 7 will have their luncheon on Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at 11:30 am at the Seacliff Inn in Aptos. Our speaker, Kathleen McBurney, Director of Timeslips, will talk about ways to help with memory loss and will be doing a demonstration. The menu is Chicken Gran Mariner or Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli. Please send your name, contact info, meal choice and a check for $20 to CalRTA Div 7 to Glenda Hastings 6013 Thurber Lane Santa Cruz, CA. 95065 or if later

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Join Neighbors in Service for MLK Day T he Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County and fellow non-profits are gearing up for a day of community action for Martin Luther King Day on Monday, Jan 21, 2019. Community members are invited to register for one of the projects offered or to join in the Santa Cruz March for Unity. “Each year hundreds of local residents are inspired to carry the principles of Dr Martin Luther King Jr forward through a day of community action. We expect a great turn-out this year as we have partnered with fellow non-profits and the faith based community to offer a range of exciting options,” states Volunteer Center Mobilization Coordinator Christina Thurston. “National Days of Service provide an excellent opportunity for people to unite together to make an impact on the pressing needs within the community,” continues Thurston. Space is available for individuals, groups, and families to help maintain local

beaches, support community members in need, or revitalize outdoor spaces. In addition to projects open to all community members, 40 doctors, nurses, and staff from Kaiser Permanente Santa Cruz County will be volunteering with the Coastal Watershed Council to plant 500 native plants along the San Lorenzo River Walk. “At Kaiser Permanente, MLK Day is a long-time day on, not off,” states Dr. Christine Levan, Physician in Charge, “2019 is our second time volunteering to improve the community as new workers in the Santa Cruz County community,” continues Levan. Organizations and programs collaborating with the Volunteer Center to offer service projects on the Holiday include the Coastal Watershed Council, CityServe, Ecology Action, Evergreen Historical Cemetery, Land Trust of Santa Cruz County, Meal on Wheels, Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, and UCSC Arboretum. Community members are encouraged to register in advance online but they can

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Dr Martin Luther King, Jr. and Mathew Ahmann in a crowd during the Civil Rights March on Washington, D.C. also join on the day of at the Volunteer Center MLK Day of Service Celebration from 12-2 p.m. Santa Cruz Bible Church (440 Frederick St. Santa Cruz). All are welcome for light refreshments, coffee, and drop-in volunteer projects that include card making for Meals on Wheels clients. “While many of the projects will happen in the morning, we are also offering a project in the afternoon to accommodate those who want to attend the 2019 MLK Day March for Unity co-hosted by the NAACP’s Santa Cruz County Branch and the Santa Cruz Police Department, ” states Thurston. The March begins at 10:00 a.m. on Pacific Ave. between Cathcart and Cedar streets in downtown Santa Cruz, to be followed by speeches and family-friendly activities on Cooper Street. Volunteers are also needed to support the March. Interested community members can find out more about this opportunity and register on the Volunteer Center website. “If you have been thinking about ways to get more involved in your community

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in the New Year, Martin Luther King Day offers the perfect opportunity to get started on that desire,” states Thurston. In the last year, the Volunteer Center has mobilized over 12,500 volunteers who have infused more than $9 million dollars back into the community through their volunteer work. The Volunteer Center promotes volunteerism throughout the county and aims to make opportunities accessible to all community members. In an effort to make the process of finding volunteer opportunities quick and easy, the Volunteer Center maintains an on-line database of volunteer opportunities. Santa Cruz County volunteers and nonprofit organizations can easily find each other by visiting the Volunteer Center website. n ••• View the list of Martin Luther King Day projects by visiting www.scvolunteercenter.org or contact Christina Thurston at 831-427-5070 (email–connect@scvolunteercenter.org) for more information.

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My Life is Bigger Than Parkinson’s

Educational Symposium Teaches People about the Disease Saturday, March 2, 2019, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM • Twin Lakes Church

here is an educational symposium right here in Santa Cruz County, designed to teach people about Parkinson’s disease (PDF) and for People with Parkinson’s (PwP) to learn to live better. The symposium is being presented by the Santa Cruz County Parkinson’s Group, a project of EASE PD, Inc, a non-profit devoted to “Exercise, Activities, Support and Education for Parkinson’s Disease,” with major support by the Bowen Family Foundation. The symposium will offer seating by “Affinity Groups” - to allow attendees with similar concerns to sit together for informal discussion, such as “Are you a Vet with PD?” “Are you new to PD?” “Are you Caring for a PwP?” In addition, there will be several Discussion Groups following the free lunch, which our Speakers will moderate, such as “Intimacy in PD” “Optimizing Medications” and “Lifestyle Modifications,” etc. Speakers will be: 1. Peter Lin, M.D. Parkinson’s and Movement Disorder Specialist, Valley Parkinson Clinic, Los Gatos Dr. Lin will be speaking on “Emerging technologies in the management of Parkinson’s disease.” He will present the latest

thinking in medications, procedures, and technologies, highlighting new wearable devices for the monitoring and treatment of Parkinson’s disease. 2. Laurie K Mischley, ND PhD MPH, Seattle Integrative Medicine, Seattle Dr. Mischley will present “Putting Parkinson’s Into Perspective: A Metabolic Disease with Neurological Consequences?” She will cover when and why Parkinsonism starts and what you can do to impact its course, describing the nutritional pharmaceutical, social, and physical activity-related behaviors associated with the slowest rate of PD progression. 3. Karen Nauenberg, MPT, Dominican Hospital, Santa Cruz Karen Nauenberg will present “Exercise for Life to improve FUNction and Mobility in people with Parkinson’s.” Nauenberg will give a very brief 5-minute talk on the importance and benefits of exercise for individuals with Parkinson’s. Then she will lead a 10-15 minute seated exercise routine, involving some of the PWR! (Parkinson Wellness Recovery, a Division of NeuroFit Networks, Inc) and accompanying cognitive challenges. She will make sure that those with all levels of PD can safely perform all the moves while seated.

4. Amy Carlson, PwP and Davis Phinney Foundation Ambassador, Monrovia Amy Carlson will present her talk “How to have Parkinson’s Disease,” focusing on identity, self-advocacy, and attitude, and will include lots of movement breaks. Carlson is an ambassador for the Davis Phinney Foundation, sharing resources and information throughout her local and regional communities to help people with Parkinson’s take action and improve their quality of life. 5. David Zimmerman, LMFT, Private Practice, Soquel David Zimmerman will speak on “Staying Motivated and Finding Inspiration in Hard Times.” Zimmerman is a licensed psychotherapist with more than 30 years of clinical experience. He sees

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individuals, couples and families at his counseling practice in Soquel. ••• Although the symposium is free, registration is required and donations are gratefully accepted. Registration before February 15: www. easepd.org Questions? Email info@easepd.org. Monschke Hall at Twin Lakes Church, 2701 Cabrillo College Drive, Aptos, CA 95003 ••• The Santa Cruz County Parkinson’s Group (SCCPG) is a long-standing community organization whose mission is to foster a supportive environment for persons with Parkinson’s Disease (PD), their families, friends and caregivers. For more than 25 years, it has been providing a venue for them to meet, socialize, and learn, both from each other and from outside speakers.

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2019 Valentine’s Day Poetry Contest

The Annual Times Competition for Santa Cruz County Residents

hether it’s Love that has stood the test of time, the rush of young Love, or the memory of Love lost, that’s what we celebrate each February 14, Valentine’s Day. What could be more romantic than to express through your own poetry about that special Love for your loved one to read (and for our readers). So it’s time to write it and send us your poem about those tender feelings and romantic thoughts to our annual poetry contest. Times Publishing Group is sponsoring its 19th Annual Times Publishing Valentine’s Day Poetry Contest

to reward four CA 95003. Only one local poets (and poem per poet and no So it’s time to write it their loved ones) more than 250 words and send us your poem and 25 lines. throughout Santa Cruz County and Be sure to include about those tender to encourage them your name, address, feelings and romantic to make public day and evening their feelings in phone numbers, thoughts to our annual celebration of Vale-mail address, and poetry contest. entines Day. for whom (fiancée, Last year’s spouse, parent, child, Times Publishing Annual Valentine’s Day lost love, etc.) your poem is written. Poetry Contest drew poems from WatsonThe 2019 prizes will be announced ville to Boulder Creek. Some funny, some soon. romantic, some touching and some… well, We welcome all submissions from the you know… As usual, a winning poem was residents of Santa Cruz County. The Times chosen for each of our three newspapers; Publishing editorial staff will select the the Aptos Times, Capitola Soquel Times, winners as follows: and Scotts Valley Times. Express your love – in 250 words or • South county for the Aptos Times – less – (see “Contest Rules” for complete Watsonville, Freedom, Corralitos details) and tell the world what makes • Mid-county for the Capitola Soquel your Valentine special! Times – Capitola, Soquel, Santa Cruz ••• and Davenport 2019 Poetry Contest Rules • Santa Cruz Mountains for the Scotts (Open only to Santa Cruz County residents!) Valley Times – Scotts Valley, San Please Read Carefully Lorenzo Valley, Bonny Doon, Ben Lomond, Boulder Creek rite a poem about, or to your Valentine. There is NO credit for Entries must be received by 5 p.m. formatting. Submit it via email to info@ cyber-times.com with Poetry Contest as the Tuesday, February 6, 2018. The winner will Subject, or mail it to 9601 Soquel Dr., Aptos, be notified on or before Friday, February

9. Please Email or call us at 831/688-7549 if you have any questions. The winning poems will be published in the March 1 editions of our three newspapers. n ••• 2018 Winners: Grand Prize: Tom Trujillo of La Selva Beach for the Aptos Times. • Travis Deyoung of Santa Cruz for the Capitola Soquel Times • Donna Kannall of Scotts Valley for the Scotts Valley Times

Congressman Panetta Announces January Mobile Office Hours

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jimmy Panetta (CA-20) today announced dates and locations for staff mobile office hours for the month of January. Congressional staff members will be available to assist with issues concerning Social S e c u r i t y, M e d i c a r e , f e d e r a l e m p l o y e e retirement, immigration services, veterans’ services, Jimmy Panetta passports, searching for military records, and any other federal matters. Mobile office hours are an opportunity

for members of the community to meet with Congressional staff, and are offered in addition to meetings in the Salinas and Santa Cruz Congressional offices. To

schedule a meeting, please call Congressman Panetta’s Salinas office at 831-424-2229. n •••

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Dominican Re-Certified as Chest Pain Center

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ignity Health Dominican Hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Chest Pain Certification. The Gold Seal of Approval® is a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to providing safe and effective patient care. “We are pleased to again receive the Chest Pain Certification from The Joint Commission, the premier health care quality improvement and accrediting body in the nation,” said Dominican Hospital President, Nanette Mickiewicz, MD. “As Santa Cruz County’s only heart attack receiving center, this certification underscores how seriously we take our responsibility to care for our community.” To achieve this advanced certification, Dominican Hospital underwent a rigorous on-site review. Joint Commission experts evaluated compliance with national disease-specific care standards as well as with chest pain-specific requirements. Clinical practice guidelines and performance measures also were assessed. Established in 2002 and awarded for a two-year period, The Joint Commission’s Disease-Specific Care Certification evaluates clinical programs across the continuum of care and addresses three core areas: • Compliance with consensus-based national standards

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“Dominican Hospital has thoroughly demonstrated a high level of care for patients with chest pain,” said Patrick Phelan, executive director, Hospital Business Development, The Joint Commission. “We commend Dominican for becoming a leader in chest pain care.” ••• Dignity Health Dominican Hospital has been caring for the Santa Cruz County community for 75 years. Dominican offers emergency services and is a Certified Stroke Center. Dominican’s services include the only comprehensive Cancer Center in Santa Cruz County, a Total Joint Replacement program, advanced neurological and endoscopic services, and an expert heart and vascular team treating some of the most complex cardiac cases in the Monterey Bay area. Dominican has received national recognition for superior patient safety, cardiac care, and stroke treatment from Healthgrades, a leading provider of comprehensive information about physicians and hospitals. Dominican also has received several awards for environmental excellence. n ••• To learn more, please visit: www.dignity health.org/ dominican.

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HSA Funded for Impaired Driving and Traffic Safety T he Santa Cruz County Health Services Agency (HSA) Substance Use Disorder Services (SUDS) was recently awarded a California Office of Traffic Safety grant totaling $100,000 to implement programs that emphasize collaboration and community education to improve community safety on local roads. Local traffic data directed HSA to focus on impaired driving and access to alcohol. The Santa Cruz County Community Assessment Project (CAP) reported that the juvenile misdemeanor DUI arrest rate per 10,000 youth ages 16-17 years increased by 13% from 2014 to 2015. Youth accessibility to alcohol through merchants, parents and social host providers, in combination with a relatively low level of impaired driver education, have become a significant public health and safety issue in Santa Cruz County. The National College Health Assessment (NCHA) conducted at University of California at Santa Cruz (UCSC) in 2013 shows that 26% of students reported driving after having any alcohol in the last 30 days. Data indicates that the number of collisions/injuries of had been drinking driver’s ages 21-34 is increasing. The Santa Cruz County adult binge drinking rate increased from 16.7% in 2005 to 19% in 2015, according to CAP data and this trend will continue to impact DUI arrests. With the support of OTS, the county will be able to continue grant activities that

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can impact these statistics. Past actions targeted youth under 21 and young adults aged 21-34 and will continue to target these groups. Actions for 2018 include: • DUI Place of Last Drink survey to educate and support on-sale venues to enhance Responsible Beverage Service and Sales practices to decrease impaired drivers leaving bars and restaurants • “Real DUI Sentencing In Schools” presentations where the courthouse is moved to high schools to build understanding of the process and consequences of DUI offenses • Responsible Merchant Awards honoring on and off-sale vendors who comply with or exceed requirements of the law to limit youth access to alcohol • Choose Your Ride safe rides campaign hosted by local bars and restaurants to ensure patrons get home safely • Education about Social Host Ordinances and how this impacts parents and the community • Outreach and education around impaired driving through community and school events n ••• Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. For more information: www.santacruzhealth.org

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SANTA CRUZ — Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore Santa Cruz is marking the end of extensive parking lot construction work with a Grand ReOpening. The public is invited to ReStore Santa Cruz at 719 Swift Street to enjoy live music, hourly raffles and a fiftypercent-off sale on Saturday, January 19, from 9 am to 5 pm. “It has been a challenge to work through construction. We are grateful to our volunteers, customers, and donors who supported us even when the roads were torn up. We want to invite the community to enjoy the new parking area, take advantage of good deals on our existing merchandise, and maybe even win a prize,” says Rochelle Rountree, ReStore Santa Cruz Manager. Habitat’s ReStore accepts and resells donations of materials such as new and reusable building materials, furniture and household goods. Pick-up service is available throughout Santa Cruz County. Donations are tax deductible. To arrange for a donation pick-up or learn about donation drop-off hours please visit www. habitatmontereybay.org/restore or call 831-824-4704. •••

abitat for Humanity Monterey Bay is a nonprofit housing organization dedicated to eliminating substandard housing by partnering with community volunteers, hardworking lowincome families and local donors to construct decent, energy efficient, affordable homes. www.habitatmontereybay.org. ReStore location: 719 Swift Street #62, Santa Cruz, CA 95060; 831-824-4707 Open to the Public: Tuesday through Sunday, 9 am to 5 pm.

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AHS dance team put on a spectacular show for their 8th Annual Fundraiser last month. “The athletes work so hard and put on a beautiful show.” — Photographer Denise Russo Coach Hinds, teacher and choreographer, has had a full and versatile career in the dance community. Nadia’s credits range from regional and national competitive dance, both as a dancer and choreographer, to training and performing with world-renowned choreographers to inspiring the young dancers in our community as a dance team coach at Aptos High School. Photo Credit: Denise Russo Photography

Free Six Week Series by HEALTH Trust

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he Santa Cruz Public Library System (SCPL) has partnered with the HEALTH Trust to bring the Better Choices, Better Health chronic illness selfmanagement training program to Santa Cruz in the New Year. Better Choices, Better Health is a 6-week self-management program series provided by 2 trained community leaders. These workshops are for anyone dealing with the challenges of living with chronic or ongoing health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, asthma, or high cholesterol and/or their caretakers. Participants will learn about stress management, dealing with pain & fatigue, weight management, decision-making, and more. According to the Santa Cruz County Health Services Agency, chronic health conditions are the leading cause of death in the US, and are also the most preventable. The Health Santa Cruz County 2015 Report indicates that in 2015, 24% of adults over the age of 20 had high blood pressure. According to Library Director Susan Nemitz, “SCPL connects people with critical information that can transform lives. This is an excellent partnership with the potential to help many in our community live longer and healthier.” Workshops are fun, interactive, and designed to enhance regular treatment and condition-specific education. Workshops take place every Monday.

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10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. January 28th 2019 through March 11th 2019, except for Presidents Day. Participants are requested to attend each session, and registration is required. For more information or to register, please call 408-961-9877 or email wellnessprograms@healthtrust.org. n ••• The mission of the Health Trust is to build health equity in Silicon Valley. The Health Trust believes that if Silicon Valley is a community where innovation is changing the world, then it also can be a community where innovation changes the lives of everyone —especially our most vulnerable residents — for the better. That’s why our vision is a healthier Silicon Valley for everyone. To learn more, visit healthtrust.org.

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Building Upon a Legacy

Martinelli’s Looks Toward the Future

he bright flavors of perfectly company deliveries, reintroducing it ripened apples — pressed into cider, for Watsonville’s Fourth of July parade, the Wharf to Wharf distinctive Race in Capitola and apple-shaped juice other events. And in bottles or celebrationa nod to its roots, the ready sparkling company debuted a ciders — are at hard cider, which was the core of one of Martinelli’s original the Monterey Bay product in a preregion’s most hisProhibition era. toric businesses. S. Behind all those Martinelli & Co., a years is a history of family-owned and constant reinvention, -operated company says company and an MBEP President/CFO Gun member, is still based S. Martinelli & Co. President/CFO Gun Ruder (left) Ruder: “We need to in Watsonville, the and CEO John Martinelli. continuously improve town in which it was and advance, but there’s no sense that we founded more than 150 years ago. Martinelli’s marked its sesquicen- can rest on our laurels.” That’s why working as an active tennial last year in a big way, rolling out a commemorative book and restoring a MBEP partner on big regional issues is so 1932 Ford Model B truck once used for important.

S. Martinelli & Company is established in 1868. “For us as a manufacturing company, having a workforce that’s educated and has the skillset to work in a more technologically advanced plant than we’ve ever had before is critical, and having those workers sustain a livelihood in Monterey and Santa Cruz counties is tough,” says Ruder. “These are all big issues for us, and we want to make sure

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‘Legally Speaking’ Comes to County Libraries

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he Santa Cruz Public Library System has partnered with the Santa Cruz County Bar Association to offer a free monthly series of discussions with Q & A on various legal and financial life event topics. The new series, titled Legally Speaking, answers questions about the most frequently experienced legal issues faced by people in our community. These discussions will take place at various locations throughout the county. The first event, covering immigration law, will be held at the Downtown Library on January 24th from 6-7 p.m. Led by Jeraline Singh Edwards, Esq, this presentation will encompass “Know your Rights,” immigration law fundamental principles, such ways to become a U.S. citizen, main categories of immi-

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of Monterey County and Santa Cruz Bar Association and American Immigration Lawyers Association. The Legally Speaking series is a result of a 2018 Santa Cruz Public Library Innovation Grant. It will serve as a pilot to help determine which additional topics and formats will benefit the community. ••• Other Events in the series include: Thursday, Feb 14: Estate Planning with Emily Buchbinder at the Aptos Library Thursday, Mar 14: Elder Law and Abuse with Anna Penrose at the Downtown Library Thursday, Apr 11: Coastal Access with Gary Redenbacher at the Scotts Valley Library Thursday, May 9: Labor Law with Gretchen Reganhardt & Lizett Rodriguez (CRLA) at the Downtown Library ••• To learn more about Santa Cruz Public Libraries: www.santacruzpl.org

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Six Steps to Safer Winter Driving T he winter season is typically one of the busiest times of the year for travelers. While millions prepare to hit the road to visit family and see sights they may never have seen before, there’s one essential travel tip that cannot be overlooked: the proper tires. Winter tires are an essential safety feature for drivers and deliver as much as a 25-50 percent increase in traction over all-season tires, which could be the margin you need to brake in time to avoid trouble. Winter tire tread design uses thousands of extra traction edges for added grip, and the softer rubber of the tire surface allows the tires to stay pliable in colder temperatures to maintain contact with the road. In addition, winter tires feature aggressive groove patterns for more confident grip on ice, slush and snow. Learn the best time to install your winter tires and how to keep them in safe condition with these guidelines: Plan ahead. A good rule of thumb: if you can see your breath, you should think about winter tires for all four wheels, even if your area isn’t often affected by ice or snow. When the temperature drops to 45 F and below, all-season tires can start to lose traction and grip. Keep tabs on pressure. Check your tire

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of Public Health (CDPH), the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, Santa Barbara, San Benito, Calaveras, and San Mateo counties brought us together to sharpen our readiness to assist community members in need.” Marcy Barnett, from CDPH, who has provided the Environmental Health Training Emergency Response across the state, was pleased to see the turnout and progress being made. “We know emergency incidents will happen and we know health and safety must be considered before, during and after a disaster.” “This training was an opportunity to learn more about current best practices and to train with other professionals that I may need to work with during emergency situations,” remarked Troy Boone, a Registered Environmental Health Specialist. Trainings such as this prepare public health staff to prevent and reduce the spread of illness through food safety, water regulations, hand washing and health education when these incidents happen. n ••• For more information on emergency preparedness visit: http://www.santacruzhealth.org/emergencyplan

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Vets 4 Vets Receives Local Grants V ets 4 Vets, a Santa Cruz County non-profit supporting local veterans, is honored to announce the receipt of two grants that will assist in providing services to veterans in need. The organizations awarding these grants are Community Foundation Santa Cruz County and Progressive Insurance through their Progressive Keys to Progress Program. Community Foundation Santa Cruz County (www.cfscc.org) awarded a $3000 grant to support the mission of Vets 4 Vets, which includes providing limited emergency assistance to veterans for food, housing, clothing, healthcare, transportation and employment services not met through traditional or existing support means. This generous grant makes it possible for Vets 4 Vets to connect veterans to more substantial benefits and resources, as well as increase its service capacity from 32 to 75 local veterans in need. It will also help narrow the timeline to direct services. Dean Kaufman, the founder and president of Vets 4 Vets, said, “Vets 4 Vets is extremely excited about working with Community Foundation Santa Cruz County! We are now able to serve even more of our veterans with these new grant funds, and work in some of the underserved areas of the County. We look forward to continued success in growing our services and working with other organizations in the County to better serve those who served [in the U.S. Military].”

Progressive Insurance, in partnership with Elite Auto Body of Concord, CA, through the Progressive Keys to Progress Program, presented a vehicle to Vets 4 Vets during a ceremony at the Progressive office in Walnut Creek. The 2014 VW Tiguan will allow Vet 4 Vets Santa Cruz to expand its ability to provide consistent transportation services. Some examples of the support provided by Vets 4 Vets that veterans will benefit from as a result of this generous donation, include transportation to Palo Alto, San Jose, and Marina veteran medical offices, and other appointments, as well as moving services. In addition to providing emergency and transportation services, Vets 4 Vets holds ongoing events to build community amongst veterans and raise funds to support its mission. Join the monthly meetings held on the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 pm in the Veteran’s Hall basement in Santa Cruz. Special events include V4V holiday party, chili cookoff in April, bowling tournaments twice a year in October and May, movies shown during February and March, beach cleanups, and other activities. n ••• For more details about events go to https:// www.vets4vetssantacruz.org/the-relief/ or to Vets 4 Vets Facebook page. To become involved through volunteering or giving, or if you are a veteran in need, contact Vets 4 Vets at (831) 420-7348 or www. vets4vetssantacruz.org/contact-us. For more information about Vets 4 Vets please visit the website at www.vets4vetssantacruz.org/.

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Capitola Veterinary Hospital

By Jessica Johnson

stablished in 1992, Capitola Veterinary hospital is dedicated to professional and friendly client service combined with state of the art patient care. From general pet wellness to advanced services, Capitola Veterinary Hospital is a one-stop shop. Doctors River May, Katie Volat and Tiffany Mitchener offer inhouse ultrasound, stem cell therapy, orthopedic surgery - including TPLO for cruciate ligament injuries - digital dental x-rays, digital full body x-rays, cryosurgery, Class IV laser therapy and inhouse laboratory diagnostics. Together, the doctors offer over 30 years of combined experience and have worked in specialty hospitals, general practice, animal shelters and emergency hospitals. While many local veterinary hospitals are owned and operated by larger corporations with principle interests outside of

the county, Capitola Veterinary Hospital is proud to be a locally owned and operated business and longstanding members of the Think Local First organization. “We know that a much larger portion of every dollar spent in a local business stays in the community,” said Dr. River May, who purchased the practice in 2010 and is the sole owner. “The major majority of veterinary hospitals in Santa Cruz County are now owned by Corporations despite an outward appearance of being a local business.” Dr. May spent most of his childhood in Pennsylvania where he was inspired by nature and developed an early fascination with biology. Growing up, his family had dozens of pets. Dr. May has shared that his first memory is of a “territorial black rooster” who taught him, in no uncertain terms, to respect the animals on his family farm. Dr. May’s family moved to the Bay

Dr. River May

Dr. Katie Volat

Area when he was 12, and many family trips to the ocean followed. Time spent in Santa Cruz fishing and surfing led to a lifelong love affair with the Monterey Bay and the redwoods that surround it. It also led May to UCSC, where he earned his undergraduate degree in Molecular Biology before heading up north to the worldrenowned veterinary school at UC Davis. Dr. May truly enjoys working with human clients to find solutions that meet their needs as well as the animal patient’s needs. “I never imagined how much satisfaction I would get from helping people,” he shared. “With almost 20 years of experience at this point, sometimes the medicine is the easy part.” It hasn’t always been easy, however. Once, Dr. May was chased up a tree by an under-sedated Rhino in Africa and had to wait in the tree for over an hour before help arrived. Indeed, the dangers haven’t totally ended now that he is in Capitola. “My family loves to ask me if I was pooped or peed on at work today; the answer is still sometimes yes,” said Dr. May. Married, Dr. May attributes much of his success to the inspiration he receives from his family, even if they get a kick out of his biological misfortunes at work. “My family and nature are my biggest inspiration. Family helps make sense of life’s challenges. Living and playing in and around the Monterrey Bay helps me maintain balance.” Dr. May also cherishes the relationships he has established over the years with the clients at Capitola Veterinary Hospital. “Our long time clients feel like family and it is always fun to meet new clients and connect with new members of our community.” Speaking of community, Dr. May is a dedicated supporter of local schools and charities through donations, sponsorships

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Dr. Tiffany Mitchener

and contributions. The doctors and staff at Capitola Veterinary Hospital proudly support local schools, events and charities including Second Harvest Food Bank, school athletic teams, and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Santa Cruz County, among many others. With the help of client contributions they recently contributed over $1000 to animal and human victims of the campfire, in addition to housing some evacuated animals. They also display the work of local artists in the hospital, and strive to reduce their environmental impact by being a paperless office. In fact, Capitola Veterinary Hospital has been a Monterey Bay green certified business for five years and was awarded the Cool California Climate Leader award in 2013 and Business of the Year in 2014. Dr. May recognizes that such successes require a team effort. “Our team is exceptional, from the client service representatives to the technicians to the doctors — our bookkeeper Tomiko rocks too!” he said. Further, they enjoy giving back to their clients through periodic specials and giveaways such as their annual dental special and his and hers beach cruiser bike raffle. Capitola Veterinary Hospital promotes its periodic specials and giveaways on its website: www.capitolaveterinaryhospital. com and Facebook page: www.facebook. com/CapitolaVet. In addition, Dr. May said, “We always offer new clients who are readers of Times Publishing Group papers a special “$39 new patient exam with one vaccine.” So be sure to mention you read about it here! n ••• Capitola Veterinary Hospital is located at 1220 H 41st Avenue, next to New Leaf Market. You can learn even more about their services at www.capitolaveterinaryhospital.com. (831) 476-7387 (PETS).

COMMUNITY NEWS

Aptos Student Wins Peace Poster Contest

enna Dang, a 6th grade student at Valencia Elementary School, has taken the first step to becoming an internationally recognized artist by winning a local competition sponsored by the Cabrillo Host Lions Club. Dang’s poster was among more than 600,000 entries submitted worldwide in the 31st annual Lions International Peace Poster Contest. Lions Clubs International is sponsoring the contest to emphasize the importance of world peace to young people everywhere. “Showing kindness makes a World of difference,” the 11-year-old from Aptos said. The poster was selected for its originality, artistic merit and portrayal of the contest theme, “Kindness Matters.” Cabrillo Host Lions Club President, Elaine Cole, said she was impressed

by the expression and creativity of all the students who participated - Aptos Junior High, Valencia Elementary, Mar Vista Elementary, and The Art Factory. “It is obvious that these young people have strong ideas about what peace means to them. I’m so proud that we were able to provide them with the opportunity to share their visions.” “Dang’s poster will advance to face stiff competition through the district, multiple district and international rounds of competition if she is to be declared the international grand prize winner.” Cole said.

One grand prizewinner and 23 merit award winners will be selected. The grand prize includes a cash award of US$5,000, plus a trip for the winner and two-family members to an award ceremony. The 23 merit award winners will each receive a certificate and a cash award of US $500. “Our club is cheering for Jenna as her poster advances in the competition, and we hope that her vision will ultimately be shared with others around the world.” Neilson said. Lions Clubs International is the world’s largest service club organization with 1.4 million members in more than 46,000 clubs in more than 200 countries and geographic areas. In addition to its efforts toward conquering blindness, the organization has made a strong commitment to

“[Jenna] Dang’s poster will advance to face stiff competition through the district, multiple district and international rounds of competition if she is to be declared the international grand prize winner.”

— Elaine Cole Cabrillo Host Lions Club President

community service and helping youth throughout the world. n ••• View international grand prize and merit award winners at www.lionsclubs.org

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The Three Stages of Life

By Barry Vissell

oyce and I love watching our two-yearold grandson, Owen, just as much as we love spending time with our first grandson, eight-year-old Skye. When they were new babies, their dependence was obvious. Because Owen is younger, I will use him as an example. He would not have survived for long without the nurturing and protection of our daughter, Mira, and her now-husband, Ryan. This is the first stage of life. Dependence. Clear and simple, without even a hint of independence. Every baby is born into this world completely dependent. No question. Then came one of Owen’s first sentences, “Owee can do.” And along with that sentence came the assertion of his independence: feeding himself with a spoon, climbing up on the couch “by myself,” building something with his blocks, or drinking from his spill-proof cup without anyone’s help. I’m calling this second stage of life Pseudo-Independence. It gives every appearance of independence. But is it true independence? It’s the ego’s attempt to mimic autonomy. But is it true autonomy? I have to say no. True, it’s a great feeling of power for Owen to do more and more by himself. There’s a pride of accomplishment, and a big smile on his face when he finishes climbing a play structure at the park near their home in Santa Cruz. But how long could he stay alive without the love and care of guardians? Not long. So, yes, there is some level of independence, but it’s not complete independence. Since I was an older child, I prided myself in all the things I could do, in my illusion of independence. But it didn’t stop with physical things. In my pseudoindependence, I ventured into emotional regions, and declared my lack of need for love. For those of you who have read our books, you know the story. I fell in love with Joyce at the early age of eighteen, but couldn’t admit to my need for her until my mid-twenties. I foolishly tried to prove my independence by having a brief affair with another woman. But Joyce’s leaving me shattered that illusion. I realized for the first time, at age twentyfive, that I needed Joyce’s love. It was the first crack in the armor-like illusion of

independence. I began to understand my pseudo-independence. Enter the third and final stage of life, Conscious Dependence. The first two stages of life, dependence and pseudo-independence, both constitute immaturity. The dependence of a baby is of course an innocent immaturity. The second, pseudo-independence, lacks the innocence but still represents immaturity. The final stage of life, conscious dependence, represents spiritual maturity. The more physically accomplished I have gotten about taking care of myself, the harder it is to realize my spiritual dependence. This is true for most people. A few summers ago, I got stranded on Lake Tahoe on a solo adventure in our sailboat. There wasn’t even a hint of wind, and the outboard motor wouldn’t start. I pulled and pulled on the starter cord for hours, trying all the tricks I knew. But nothing happened. It was only when I reached complete physical exhaustion and muscle cramping that I had the thought to pray for help. I earnestly and humbly asked the angels to help me. It took only a few minutes to do this. When I was done, I pulled one more time on the starter cord and the motor instantly roared to life. And that’s what the transition from pseudo-independence to conscious dependence looks like. It can be grueling – or it can be quick and painless My goal is to feel my dependence more and more, physically, emotionally and spiritually. Every morning, Joyce and I acknowledge our complete dependence on our spiritual Source, God, our Higher Power. We give thanks for the divine guidance that helps us every minute of every day. We ask for a deepening of our trust in God’s plan, rather than depending on our own narrow understanding based on our desires. Now that I understand my complete dependence upon the Divine, I can relax more into my need for other people as well. God is not some being up in the sky somewhere. He/She is a magnificent presence in everything and everyone. And for me, the person who represents an instrument of divine love, the person who most helps me feel my conscious dependence, is Joyce. We just celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary last month. In my

pseudo-independent phase, I pretended that I didn’t need her love. Now I know the truth. I need her deeply. She is a divine gift in my life. I need her so much that the thought of her dying before me is actually a scary thought. It’s perhaps my greatest vulnerability right now, even though I understand my highest dependence is upon God, the divine essence within Joyce, the soul that can never die. ••• Joyce & Barry Vissell, a nurse/therapist and psychiatrist couple since 1964, are

counselors near Santa Cruz, CA, who are widely regarded as among the worlds top experts on conscious relationship and personal growth. They are the authors of eight books, including two new books, To Really Love a Woman and To Really Love a Man. Visit their web site at SharedHeart.org

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34. “-zoic” periods 36. “____ ____ good example” 38. Xe 39. Hokkaido native 40. *Face in a text 42. Crescent 43. *Like Jason’s or Freddy’s face 45. October birthstone 46. Genealogical plant 47. Capital of Taiwan 49. “Tosca” tune 51. Blunder 52. Chopper blade 54. One of Indiana’s quests 56. *On a prankster’s face? 58. *Like one at a haunted house

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9. *Face on Mount Rushmore 10. Do like goo 11. “As ____ on TV” 12. Put two and two together 15. Cerebral part 20. Clear the board 22. Doesn’t mix with water 24. To the required standards, 3 words DOWN 25. *In Beauty’s magic 1. Reunion bunch mirror 2. #17 Across, pl. 26. “The Goldbergs” 3. Make waves sibling 4. BBQ spot 27. Hawaiian veranda 5. Masonry unit 29. Memorandum, for 6. Not home short 7. *Like one at a funeral 31. Accustom 8. Familiar 32. Not a gregarious one 61. Selected 62. Water snake 64. Prejudiced person 66. Macho men 67. Pastrami holder 68. South American camelid 69. *Like one in front of Taj Mahal? 70. Create with cloth 71. George to George W.

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Prune Now For Roses Later

By Tony Tomeo

he main problems with roses locally are not related to climate, soil, insects or disease. Warm and semi-arid climates of California happen to be some of the best places in the World for roses. Sure, many roses have problems with insects such as aphid, and diseases such as powdery mildew, but primarily because such pathogens proliferate among roses that are not pruned properly. Yes, the main problems with roses are a direct result of improper pruning. Without adequate pruning, roses become overgrown thickets that shelter the pathogens that afflict them, but also lack the vigor to be resistant to damage. Like so many other

domesticated plants, they were bred for maximum production of unnaturally big flowers, at the expense of natural resistance to pathogens. Pruning eliminates superfluous growth and improves air circulation, which interferes with the proliferation of most types of pathogens. Most pathogens

overwinter in fallen foliage that should get removed in the process. Pruning also concentrates growth of the next season into fewer new stems, which stimulates vigorous growth that hopefully grows faster than the pathogens that infest it. Roses should be pruned while dormant in winter, after defoliation, and before buds start to swell at the end of winter. Hybrid tea, floribunda and grand flora roses should be pruned back to only about three to six canes that grew from the base during the previous year. Older canes should be removed. Remaining canes should be only about two feet tall, and cut just above a healthy bud. Any growth below the graft union (where the basal canes originate) is genetically different suckers (from the under stock or rootstock) that must be removed. As growth resumes in spring, wellpruned plants will produce fewer stems and blooms that are significantly more vigorous than those of inadequately pruned plants. Overgrown and inadequately pruned plants must spread their resources thin amongst more but significantly weaker stem growth that is much more likely to be damaged by pathogens. Aggressive pruning now pays off later. ••• Toyon is the namesake of Hollywood otanists took a while to contrive an identity for toyon, which is also known as Christmas berry and California holly. It was classified as a species of Crataegus, two different specie of Photinia, and two types of Heteromeles, before it was finally identified as Heteromeles arbutifolia. Meanwhile, the town named after it changed its name only once from Hollywood land to Hollywood. Toyon is native to the coastal chaparral

regions of California and Baja California, as well as British Columbia, so it can be quite happy with minimal watering or none at all in home gardens. Too much water is likely to rot roots. Fire blight unfortunately seems to be more of a problem in refined landscapes than it is in the wild. Toyon can be pruned up as a small tree, but must not be shorn. Where it competes with other trees, toyon can get more than twenty feet tall. Those that are well exposed are typically less than twelve feet tall, with nicely wellrounded canopies. The evergreen leaves are somewhat serrate and narrow. Fluffy trusses of small white flowers bloom early in summer. Big hanging clusters of bright berries ripen in autumn and linger until birds eat them in winter. ••• Horticulturist Tony Tomeo can be contacted at www.tonytomeo.com.

Monterey Bay Rose Society Presents Free Rose Pruning Classes

he Monterey Bay Rose Society has scheduled Rose Care and Pruning Classes for the months of January and February. The classes are taught by ARS Certified Consulting Rosarians, eager to share their years of rose growing experience. The classes last about 2 hours; handouts are provided, along with our membership information. Classes include pruning of rose buses of various varieties, planting, control of garden pests and diseases and choice and maintenance

of garden tools and implements. The Rosarians can also help select roses to fit your garden needs. n ••• January 19 • 10:00 am Aladdin Nursery & Gift Shop 2905 Freedom Blvd, Watsonville, 90576 831-724-7517 ••• January 26 • 10:00 am San Lorenzo Nursery & Garden Center 235 River St., Santa Cruz, 95060 831-423-0223

••• February 2 • 10:00 am Bokay Nursery 30 Hitchcock Rd, Salinas ••• February 23 • 10:00 am Aladdin Nursery & Gift Shop 2905 Freedom Blvd, Watsonville, 95076 831-724-7517 ••• For more information visit the Monterey Bay Rose Society: www.montereybayrosesociety. org

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Downed Power and Utility Line Safety Tips By Ryan Peters, Aptos/La Selva Fire Protection District

elcome to 2019! We certainly hope you and yours had a wonderful holiday season. As we get started on a new year of safety messages, one topic came to mind the other night, as our emergency crews were busy responding to downed power lines due to the recent windy and stormy weather. This is the time of year in which our crews respond to many calls having to do with downed power lines. Whether they’re low hanging or completely on the ground, they pose a very significant life hazard to everyone. For that reason alone, our Firefighters take these types of calls very seriously. In the Fire Service, our top four priorities on any call are to first address and ensure life safety, then to stabilize the incident, followed by protecting and conserving personal property and the environment. Our first responders are trained to treat every downed or low-hanging wire or cable as energized. This is a good rule to live by. Downed power lines should always be considered energized or live. Do not touch and stay at least 60 feet away if possible. This is critical to your safety. When you get a chance, take a look at a utility or “telephone” pole in your neighborhood. Most utilities in Aptos run overhead, while in some areas they run underground. Utility poles are set up to run electrical, phone, and cable services. The thin wires you see at the highest points are the electrical or primary lines. You’ll also notice in most residential neighborhoods with overhead utility service, that each house has an electrical line or service drop leading from the utility pole to a corner of the structure. These are the types of lines we consider first when sizing up wires down call. The lower cables and wires running in thick bundles are typically non-electrical phone and cable lines. These by themselves don’t pose a hazard however, when the primary lines above contact the lower secondary lines, all lines in that area should be considered energized and dangerous. Power lines once coming in contact with the ground or a fallen tree do not always break the circuit feeding them energy. Compromised wires don’t have

to be arcing, sparking, or humming to be deadly. Wires that don’t appear to be energized can, without warning, become energized due to electrical back feed from generators, switch stations and circuit ties. In short, please do not touch and keep a good distance away. When the ground surface is wet, as it is right now, our firefighters always maintain a safety zone of 60 feet around any downed or low-hanging wires. We also will park our fire engines at least two non-compromised utility poles away to ensure a safe work area. From there we will isolate the area, address imminent life safety issues, notify proper agencies and await their arrival. Here’s what

you can do to keep you and your family safe if you encounter downed power lines: 1) Always assume a fallen power line is live or energized. 2) Avoid touching or nearing a downed power line. Do not use objects to move downed power lines. Maintain a minimum 60-foot distance from any downed line. From a downed wires contact point on the ground, electricity can spread outward through the ground causing electrocution. 3) Do not touch objects or victims that have come into contact with downed power lines. 4) Keep children and pets away from fallen electrical lines. 5) Avoid driving or parking over downed electrical lines. If your vehicle comes

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into contact with live wires, stay inside your vehicle, and call for help. Warn others to stay away. If you have your cell phone, call 911. Wait until our fire crews or PG&E arrives and inform you that it’s safe to exit. 6) Call 911. Immediately report the situation with your exact location. And please follow the directions of the fire crews on the scene. Stay safe and enjoy this winter season! Our crews are always happy to discuss power line and utility safety anytime. Please feel free to drop by one of our fire stations if you have any questions. n ••• Get more safety tips and information at PGE.com or call the Aptos/La Selva Fire District at 831-685-6690. www.aptosfire.com.

Your January Horoscope Times Publishing Group, Inc. Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)

Your mind is open to all the possibilities the world has to offer as January begins. If you’ve been resting on your past achievements and accomplishments, this is a time to think about changes. You can’t wait to get started! Your open-mindedness takes something of a turn mid-month, but you have what it takes to see a totally unique vision and run with it. Will you run up against obstacles? Maybe. But no one ever said trying to change would be easy. Late in the month your confidence is on the rise. You know you’re ready to start anything! Worry about how things will turn out later.

Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)

Your thinking is very organized as the new year begins. This is the time to make sure those around you understand what your plans are, and how they can help you and you can help them move forward. Your feelings are pushing towards the surface mid-month, making it hard to deny how you’re feeling, not that there’s any reason you should. Still, blurting out new information to someone, especially your unknown feelings, may cause more drama than you’re hoping for, but it can still be better to unburden yourself. As January comes to a close, you find yourself in a self-reflective mood. A perfect time to take stock of your inner feelings and goals, and reflect on how to improve things moving forward.

Aries (March 21-April 20)

You can feel success brushing your fingertips as the new year begins. Important people will notice your competitive energy; making it a perfect time to move forward on a stalled project. You also feel courage you need to advance relationships to new and exciting levels. Later in January you find yourself better able to harness all that enthusiasm, producing positive, productive results for whatever you task yourself with. Late in the month your self-confidence is soaring to new heights. People around you are sure to notice and admire your feats. Anything goes!

Taurus (April 21-May 21)

The intensity of the end of the year bleeds out as January begins, leaving you in a much more playful, free-spirited mood. You might have a harder time focusing, but that’s okay when you’re just trying to have fun. Your focus has returned somewhat mid-month. You find challenges aplenty, but your optimistic mood keeps you in a good mood, even while you prepare for anything. Some long-lingering notions or plans seem to be coming to a head as the month comes to a close. You’ve shown some patience, and now you’re ready for the results.

Gemini (May 22-June 21)

Your mind is wide open as the new year begins, and it’s hard to keep those little kernels of knowledge to yourself. You welcome the chance to share your thoughts with others. You continue to find joy in knowledge as the month moves on, finding ease in uncovering secrets that cross your path. It won’t be surprising if you find some unusual ones; hopefully they’ll all be positive. As January comes to an end, you find yourself more focused on the practical, helping you finish that important project with or without fanfare. Knowing you did a good job is more than enough.

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

The beginning of the new year is always a good time to set your goals; start small, with monthly tasks, then weekly tasks, etc., and form a solid plan to reach them. Leaving goals unfinished just leads to turmoil. Your creativity is rearing its head mid-January, setting you on a new path. But there’s no hurry here. Set a new goal and let it’s progress fit smoothly in with your other tasks. Late in the month your wanderlust peeks through, leading you to investigate something that comes across your senses. Whatever it is, you can’t wait to find the answer.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)

Your calm, no-nonsense demeanor is prevalent through the beginning of January. You have new tasks in front of you, and the easiest way to get them started is to stop, take a deep breath, and start. You find yourself motivated to be your best around the middle of the month, especially in light of some comment or compliment you receive from others. Still, you should only place so much importance on others opinion over your own self-worth. Late in the month you feel much more outgoing and chatty. Your opinion is front-and-center; easy to explain and explore. It’s also a great time if you have anything you want to sell!

Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22)

As the new year begins, you find doors opening all around you. It may be hard to decide which, if any, you should walk through! There’s no rush to decide. Take the time to explore your options. You find relationships that are normally on pins and needles feeling a bit smoother around mid-month. If you hope to patch up some fractured friendships, or just meet some new people, this is probably a good time to try. As January comes to a close, you find yourself in a position to help someone else reach for the stars! Their fate, good or bad, could be in your hands.

Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)

You are ready to make some major adjustments in your world at the start of the new year. You have some enchanting and difficult choices ahead of you, but what happens will be entirely in your hands. Your thoughts and decisions become easier to focus on mid-January. The better you feel about your choices, the brighter your future will likely be. You find you still have some big dreams as the month comes to a close. There’s no reason to give up on such dreams, even if you have to put them on hold. Make sure you leave room in your schedule to give them some love before moving on.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

Your energy is at its peak as January begins. This is the time to pull out those major tasks that may have been on hold, or take on that competitive challenge you’ve been putting off. Confidence and drive give you an undeniable edge. You may find yourself distracted by mysteries mid-month. It’s not unusual for you, but you may find others reacting poorly to your sudden interest in some potentially sensitive subjects. Your intensity remains as the month comes to a close. Your drive and emotion will be written in your face for all to see if you aren’t careful … assuming you want to be careful.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

Everything seems aglow as the new year settles in. New is what you’re interested in. New people. New experience. New views. The positive energy abounds. Still, new is only shiny for so long. As you move through the month, your questions turn from new to why, but sometimes why is never answered. Accepting that truth will be helpful. Your energy seems to be waning as January comes to a close. Your instinct is to fight the need for solitude, but a day or two by yourself to recharge isn’t necessarily a bad thing.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

The new year starts with goals being reached. Finally! It’s always nice when you receive the recognition you know you deserve. Now you can relax a bit, even though that goes against your nature. Mid-January finds you back hard at work, but be wary of distractions. Now is not the time for mindless repetition. Now is the time to challenge your brainpower! Tackle those difficult problems and keep your mind fresh. Your emotions are trying to poke through as the month comes to a close. Your instinct is to bottle them up, but it’s okay to let them have their moment in the sun.

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Antibiotic Use Tips

By Ron Conte, Pharm.D.

ntibiotics are an interesting group of drugs. There are eight major classifications with several antibiotics falling into each class. An antibiotic is defined as a substance (such as penicillin) that destroys (bactericidal) or inhibits (bacteriostatic) the growth of microorganisms (bacteria) and is used in the treatment of external or internal infections. While some antibiotics are produced by microorganisms, most are now manufactured synthetically. One of the more recent classes of antibiotics found in microorganisms are the cephalosporins, i.e., cephalexin (Keflex), cefazolin (Ancef), etc. Their discovery was from a fungus found at a sewage outfall off the Sardinian coast. Once isolated, the cephalosporin was found to inhibit growth of staphylococcal infections. There are now twenty-nine cephalosporins approved for use in the United States. These antibiotics differ slightly in range of activity and side effect profiles. Historically, antibiotics have been around for a few thousand years. Even in ancient Egypt, a poultice from moldy bread was applied to infected wounds. One wonders if it was from this information that Dr. Alexander Fleming was able to discover penicillin in 1928 and usher in the modern age of antibiotic therapy. New and innovative antibiotics are not easily developed today. Only six new antibiotics have been approved for human use since 2003. As I had mentioned before, my college pharmacology professor claimed we are…” only one step ahead of the bacteria”. However, we cannot remain in the lead if over-prescribing, patient abuse of antibiotics, the development of resistance and superinfection continue to be major problems with antibiotic usage today. Around 20% of all antibiotic prescriptions are written for upper respiratory infections, e.g., sore throat, etc. Almost all are due to viruses for which antibiotics are ineffective. Studies show that from ten to fifty percent of all outpatient antibiotics prescribed are unnecessary. Hospitals are now mandated by accrediting bodies as well as by the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid to have a viable Antimicrobial Stewardship. Table One

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outlines the elements required for the Stewardship.

Elements of an Antimicrobial Stewardship • Policy and associated procedures are in place • A written statement of hospital administrative support is on file • The hospital has identified an antimicrobial stewardship leader • Stewardship pharmacist is identified, trained, and responsible for improving antibiotic use • Stewardship pharmacist most recently completed a State-approved training program • Facility-specific treatment recommendations for specific infections • Prospective audit with feedback to determine degree of Stewardship success • Prior-approval (ex. Criteria, Restriction) for use of specific antibiotics • Requirement to document antibiotic indication and duration of use • Formal process for antibiotic ‘time out’ at 48 hours to evaluate effectiveness/ need • Antibiotic consumption is evaluated as an outcome measure • Adherence to facility-specific treatment recommendations Resistance Pneumonia, tuberculosis, gonorrhea, and foodborne diseases are major diseases not easily treated now with antibiotics. Superinfection The risk for superinfections is higher when using broad-spectrum antibiotics, as compared to narrow-spectrum antibiotics affecting a smaller number of bacteria. Further, long duration of antibiotic treatment, immunosuppression and poor health status of the patient increase the risk. n ••• Dr. Conte is currently a member of the American Society of Health-Systems Pharmacists and the senior consultant for Rx Conte Consulting. He resides in Aptos, CA and La Conner, WA.

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Eliza: End of a Long Journey

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Eliza (ID#A249795) came to the Shelter from Fresno. She had a rough start to life having a terrible upper respiratory infection and then contracted ringworm. She went to foster with one of our Veterinary Technicians for 2 ½ months. Treatment consisted of daily dips and kennel restriction. This started to have a negative effect on Eliza. On a particularly difficult day, her foster parent became upset and asked her to try not to fight this so she could save her life. The next day, she seemed to transform and started engaging with humans again, playing and rolled over to greet people. She loves her belly being scratched and loves to play. After her rough start, she is ready for her forever home. Come meet cute little Eliza! Eliza is a 7 month old, black, spayed female kitten. To adopt your new friend, visit one of the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter locations, or their website at www.scanimalshelter.org. n ••• Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter has two full-service, open-admission shelters: Santa Cruz Location (Public Entrance): 1001 Rodriguez St., Santa Cruz, 95062 Hours: Daily 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Wednesdays: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Watsonville Location: 580 Airport Blvd, Watsonville, CA 95076  Hours: Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (closed 12-1) Closed on Sunday SCCAS Main line: 831-454-7200. Animal Control: 831-454-7227. After-Hours Emergency: 831-471-1182

By Janet Payne-Downs

have loved two men in my life. (I mean really, truly loved.) I’m seventy-one. So, if you figure that I didn’t love anyone until I was twenty that would mean two men in fifty-one years. I think I’m ready for number three. I was divorced twenty-five years ago and since then have had a handful of dates, but no one special. Well-meaning friends have assured me that the man of my dreams is just around the corner, or have advised me that the very second I stop looking, the magic will start. Really? I don’t think so. I have been waiting so long that I could have had twins and raised them. There was, however, a promising incident at one of my favorite Texas eateries. During a recent visit, we all piled into Michael’s big boy truck and headed for Cracker Barrel. Because it takes forever to unload and unbuckle the little hoodlums (oops, I mean lovable grandchildren), I suggested to Michael and Najla that I would dash ahead and wait in line. So there I was, minding my own business, when I realized I was standing behind a tall, broad-shouldered, gorgeoushaired man. Since I couldn’t see the front of him, I sidled to the left a bit where I could get the best view. OH MY. OH MY INDEED. And he was alone. I snuck back into line. About 25 seconds later, he turned around, glanced at me, turned back around, looked back at me again and said:

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“Well, hello. Would y’all like to join me for breakfast?” OMG. He was talking to me. “Umm, oh thank you so much, but I’m with family. They’re coming right in.” What was I thinking? Why didn’t I say oh yes, I would, and by the way, let’s talk about me having your baby in the next year. I will send away for a uterus. Please love me for the rest of our lives. A missed opportunity for sure. Then there was the Pasatiempo Incident. I have a dear friend named Janet Rosenberg, who has been trying to hook me up for, well, forever. She has been earnestly and lovingly trying to pawn me off so she and her husband don’t have to house me in my later years. Myself, the Rosenberg’s and another couple were fine dining one evening at Pasatiempo Inn. The waiter ambled over to tell us the specials. After he departed I whispered to Janet “Oh, isn’t he dashing?” (I was always looking.) Now, I had worn a fairly sedate, scoopneck top and a skirt. When the waiter came back to take our orders, much to my surprise, Janet magically swooped her hand under the table and purposely tugged down the front of my top, attempting to entice Walter the Waiter with my cleavage. It was unexpected, a little embarrassing, but definitely hilarious. Needless to say, I didn’t get a phone number or a date. If the universe loves me, once I move to Texas I might have the good fortune to meet a kind rancher with a healthy portfolio, all of his teeth, and acres of land upon which oil can be drilled. Maybe he can even teach me line dancing. I don’t think these requests are unreasonable. n ••• Janet Payne Downs is a native Californian who resides in a small studio on the east side of Santa Cruz. She loves being a mother and grandmother and is devoted to her dog Charlie.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Wednesday February 20 2019 2019 BIZ SHOWCASE: “GROW YOUR BUSINESS” 4 – 7 pm, Seascape Golf Club, 610 Clubhouse Dr., Aptos How will you grow your business in 2019? The Business Showcase brings key members of the community together to connect, learn, and give opportunities for local businesses to inspire, while working together in a variety of creative ways. Each year, the Business Showcase provides you with the opportunity to make face-to-face connections with thousands of potential customers and fellow businesses. A free exhibitor seminar will also be held to help you MAXIMIZE this great marketing opportunity on Thursday, February 7th from 11:50am -1:15pm at the Aptos History Museum. For more info, email ESME@Aptoschamber.com or call (831) 688-1467. Aptoschamber.com

1800s. Edmund Kean, the greatest actor of his generation, has taken ill and can’t go on tonight as Othello, leaving his company in disarray. A young American actor named Ira Aldridge arrives to step into the role, but no black man has ever played Othello on the English stage. His groundbreaking performance upends stage tradition and changes the lives of everyone involved. Lolita Chakrabarti’s multi-award-winning play uncovers the fascinating true story of a pivotal figure in theatre history. By Lolita Chakrabarti and directed by Bob Rumsby. For showtimes and other information, visit jeweltheatre.net or call 831-425-7506 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THE MONTEREY SYMPHONY The Monterey Symphony is seeking volunteers. If you love music and want to be involved, please call (831) 646-8511 or visit www.montereysymphony.org for more information.

ONGOING EVENTS

Center Street, Santa Cruz. fee. For more information about this and other support groups We specifically focus on recovering from debting on one’s business. in the area, please call 800.272.3900 For more information: 831-425-3272. Mondays & Tuesdays Tuesdays & Wednesdays WOMENCARE ARM-IN-ARM SURVIVORS SUPPORT GROUPS 12:30 - 2 p.m. Monarch Services offers a safe space to meet WomenCARE ARM-in-ARM support group for other survivors of domestic violence, sexual women with advanced, recurrent and metastatic assault, and human trafficking survivors, and to cancers. Meets weekly Mondays & Tuesdays, with listen or share experiences. Childcare provided a separate meeting every First and Third Tuesday on site. every month. Spanish – Tuesdays 6:00-7:30 p.m. Servicios Registration required. Call 457-2273 for more information Monarca, 233 E. Lake Avenue, Watsonville (831) 722-4532 and to register. No cost to attend. English – Wednesdays 6:00-7:30 p.m. Monarch www.womencaresantacruz.org Services, 1590 Seabright Avenue, Santa Cruz (831) 425-4030 Mondays & Wednesdays For more information, visit www.monarchscc.org ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION Alzheimer’s Association has free support groups for Second Wednesdays family caregivers at 1777-A Capitola road. SANTA CRUZ SONS IN RETIREMENT 2nd & 4th Mondays 2-3:30pm facilitated by Jill MONTHLY MEETING Ginghofer, Noon, Elks Lodge at 150 Jewell St. 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 5:30-7pm facilitated by This statewide group of retired men invites you to be Francie Newfield & Kathleen McBurney. our guest at our monthly luncheon. You’ll meet kindred Call 800 272 3900 for more information. spirits, have a fine lunch and learn something new from

Daily SANTA CRUZ ‘USED’ BOOKSHOP 10 am- 3 pm 2710 Chanticleer Ave. Santa Cruz Grey Bears: Every Monday and Friday is $10-a-bag book sale. Fill up a shopping bag with books for only $10! Thousands of titles for $1.50 or less: cookbooks, gardening, sci-fi, mysteries, classics and all sorts of Tuesdays fiction and nonfiction. Non-profit Grey Bears has served BINGO our community for 45 years. Grey Bears provides recycling services and accepts books and other donations for our thrift stores. Proceeds benefit our Brown Bag Program, distributing nutritious food to 3,900 seniors every week.

Weekdays SATURDAY FEBRUARY 2 (2019) CASA ORIENTATIONS TO BECOME ADVOCATES FOR CHILDREN SAVE THE DATE for the 57th Annual Awards Dinner and Auction as we celebrate Italian style – That’s Amore! CASA empowers volunteers to directly influence life-changing decisions affecting children in foster care. Court appointed special advocates are everyday people ANNOUNCEMENTS that, with just a few hours a week can have a lifetime of SHOWTIME FOR LOCAL ARTIST impact for a child who has been abused or neglected. Through February, Showtime Pizza, 7960 Soquel Drive, Aptos More info www.casaof santacruz.org or call (831) 761Local Artist Becky Olvera Schultz is showing her Native 2956 XT.102 American-inspired clay/mixed-media art exhibit now at Showtime Pizza in Aptos. The exhibit will remain on Mondays display until the end of February. CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP An award-winning artist, her work has been in galleries across American and featured in international magazines 12-1 p.m., PAMF, 2850 Commercial Crossing, Santa like Cowboys & Indians, Native Peoples and Wild West Cruz Katz Cancer Center, PAMF and Hospice of Santa Magazine. Cruz County invite you to attend a Caregiver For more information visit www.native-expressions.com Support Group for those caring for someone with a serious illness. When a loved one is seriously ill, ACTORS’ THEATRE PRESENTS: EIGHT 10’S @ 8:00 Jan 4 thru Feb 3, Center Stage, 1001 Center Street Santa Cruz, it can be a challenge for the entire family. In this ongoing support group, we will share stories, learn Ca 95060 tools for coping and receive support from people The annual 10-minute play festival is one of the most who care. anticipated and popular events of the theatre season Contact Hospice of Santa Cruz County Grief Support Program. in Santa Cruz! Sixteen awarded-winning short plays, from our annual international play writing contest, are (831) 430-3078 performed and directed by some of the best the Santa Cruz theatre community has to offer. The Festival Second and Fourth Mondays presents 8 short plays on “A” Night, and 8 different plays SANTA CRUZ CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP on “B” Night, running in repertoire. 2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m., Alzheimer’s Association, 550 Water Visit www.sccat.org for show times and ticket availability, or Street, Ste. L2, Santa Cruz call 800-838-3006 for more information. If you have a family member who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related JEWEL THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS: RED VELVET dementia, a caregiver support group can offer you Jan 23 thru Feb 17, Colligan Theatre 1010 River Street Santa an opportunity to find out more about available comCruz, CA 95060 munity resources, learn from others who are going This stirring drama transports audiences to the turbulent through similar experiences, and obtain additional backstage world of London’s Theatre Royal in the early educational materials. Open to family members, no

a top notch guest speaker. Cost: $18. RSVP at 479-7096

Second and Fourth Wednesdays WELLNESS ON THE CANCER JOURNEY 11-12:30 pm, Old Soquel Plaza Learn how to safely support your body and emotions through the journey of Cancer — from diagnosis to softening the impact of chemo, radiation, and recovering well from surgery. We’ll address nausea, low energy, weakness, digestion, immune support, grief, stress and more. Feel free to bring your partner or care team to this free class. Please come fed; water is available. Limited Seats. Please register all attendees on Eventbrite — Wellness on the Cancer Journey or call 831-254-3270 to RSVP. Address given upon registration receipt.

ADHD SUPPORT GROUP 6:30-8 p.m., Aptos Fire Station, 6934 Soquel Drive, Aptos The Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay Branch of CHADD hosts monthly support group meetings for anyone who would like to learn more about ADHD or has questions or concerns. Come share with those who understand. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS MEETING Second Wednesdays’ meeting is for parents of children, 7 - 8 pm, Christ Lutheran Church, Gazebo, 10707 Soquel Dr., teens, and young adults with ADHD. The group for adults Aptos with ADHD, spouses, partners of someone with ADHD Do you have a problem with compulsive over- or under- meets fourth Wednesdays of every month. eating? Anorexia? Bulimia? Compulsive exercising? Contact: Judy Brenis, jbbrenis@comcast.net, or call 831You are not alone. Drop into a free, friendly OA 12-Step 818-9619. meeting with the solution. All are welcome! For information on other meetings in Santa Cruz County: www. Last Wednesdays Each Month santacruzoa.org/meetings SANTA CRUZ COUNTY PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP WRITING/DISCUSSION MEETING 7-9 p.m., Katz Cancer Resource Center, 3150 Mission Dr 6:30-7:30 p.m., Christ Lutheran Church, Gazebo Room, Santa Cruz County Prostate Cancer Support Group 10707 Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA 95003 (At Hwy One and has been an active group for over 20 years in the Freedom Blvd) Do you have a problem with food? Please check out our community. free, friendly 12-Step support group with the solution. First meeting of 2018 will be February 28th. All teens and adults welcome! Thursdays For current times and locations of other meetings: www. FRIENDSHIP PUT TO MUSIC! santacruzoa.org/meetings. Or call our Hotline at (831) 429-7906. 6:30 p.m., New Hall, La Selva Beach Club House, 3124 Estrella Ave. Classes every Thursday night. For more information BUSINESS DEBTORS ANONYMOUS call Sue Harris or Don Benson (831) 726-7053 or email at 5:15-6:30pm, Calvary Episcopal Church, Parish Hall, 532 caller4u@att.net 6:30 p.m. Santa Cruz Elks Lodge, 150 Jewell St. BINGO EVERY TUESDAY. Buy-in begins at $21. The Snack Bar is open with goodies and dinner specials.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR bible study and worship every Sunday. Call (831) 688-5842 for more info

ONGOING EVENTS cont. LUCKY STEPPERS MODERN SQUARE DANCE 6:30 pm, La Selva Beach Clubhouse, 314 Estrella Ave., La Selva Beach, CA 95076 It’s fun and easy to do! Friendship put to music; family friendly. Class takes place every Thursday Night at our new home in La Selva Beach! (Take Mar Monte off of Hwy 1, turns into Playa Blvd., turn right on Estrella) For more information, contact Sue Harris or Don Benson at (831) 726-7053 or e-mail at caller4u@att.net.

Third Sunday of Every Month SCIENCE SUNDAY Starts at 1 p.m., 100 Shaffer Road, Santa Cruz, 95060 Seymour Marine Discovery Center presents a public lecture from a marine scientist the third Sunday of every month. Topics are presented in an entertaining and easy-to-understand format, with up-to-date photos, video, and discussion. Science Sunday does not meet in December. For more info visit seymourcenter.ucsc.edu

SAN LORENZO COMMUNITY BAND PRACTICE SESSIONS 7:30-9 p.m., San Lorenzo Valley High School Band Room (F-1) The San Lorenzo Valley Community Band meets every Thursday at SLV High School. Dues are $30 a semester. You must read music. Call Teresa at 336-8637.

DATED EVENTS Saturday January 26 WILD-CAUGHT SALMON FEED 5 p.m., Peace United Church, 900 High Street, Santa Cruz. The Santa Cruz Fly Fishermen are holding their annual fund raising dinner featuring a raffle and auction along with a wild caught salmon dinner grilled up by members of the Rotary of Santa Cruz. The fly fishing club, which was established in 1977, holds this yearly event to fund wildlife habitat conservation efforts, youth outdoor programs, and local school watershed education. Tickets will be available at the door; $40 for adults, $25 for kids 12 and younger. For more information, visit www.santacruzflyfishermen.org

Second and Fourth Thursdays CABRILLO HOST LIONS CLUB MEETINGS 6:30 p.m., Aptos Village Park, 100 Aptos Creek Road. Want to make a difference in our community? Join the Cabrillo Lions Club twice every month and see what you can do to help in Santa Cruz County. Please RSVP cabrillolions@gmail.com Last Thursdays each month MONTHLY ARGENTINE TANGO AT STAR BENE ITALIAN/ARGENTINE RESTARANTE 4:30pm-9:30pm, Star Bene Italian/Argentene Restarante, 21245 East Cliff Dr. This is a night for true “Social Tango.” Order a wonderful meal from the Star Bene Argentine Menu, (or their well 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 information, call Michael (831) 239-2247. Fridays NAR-ANON SCOTTS VALLEY 6:30 p.m., Camp Recovery Center (Bison Center Room), 3192 Glen Canyon Road, Scotts Valley. Nar-Anon is a twelve step support group for families and friends of addicts. There are no dues or fees to join. Just come to a meeting. You will hear others, who are going through similar problems, talk about how they cope and find recovery. To locate additional times and locations of meetings, please go to our website at www.nar-anon.org. DROP-IN GRIEF SUPPORT 12-1 pm, Hospice of Santa Cruz County, two locations: 940 Disc Dr., SV • 85 Nielson St., Watsonville Hospice of Santa Cruz County is offering a drop-in grief support group for adults grieving the death of a family member or a friend. This group is a place where you can share stories, learn tools for coping, and receive support from people who care. For more information, please call (831) 430-3000. Preregistration is required. First Fridays each month FIRST FRIDAY ART TOUR The First Friday Art Tour is a Santa Cruz Institute of Contemporary Arts event, managed in conjunction with the participating art venues. The event takes place year-round and illuminates some of the most talented local artists from local galleries. To find out where to participate in a First Friday art tour, visit firstfridaysantacruz.com (Most galleries are open 12-9 pm for First Friday viewings.)

Saturday January 26 Sunday January 27

WOMEN’S ADVENTURE FILM TOUR Saturday January 26 7 – 9:30 p.m. Rio Theatre, 1205 Soquel Avenue Santa Cruz, CA, 95062 The Women’s Adventure Film Tour features some of the world’s most inspiring women in adventure. This tour is a celebration of the fantastic women around us who are doing extraordinary things. The Tour is presented by Adventure Film Tours and She Went Wild. Get tickets at https://www.womensadventurefilmtour.com/new-events/2019/1/26/santa-cruz FRIDAY SHAKESPEARE CLUB 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Peace United Church of Christ at 900 High Street, Santa Cruz Curious about Shakespeare? The Friday Shakespeare Club members discuss the life, times, and influence of William Shakespeare. For information, call 831-684-2832, or go to fridayshakespeare.org or facebook.com/fridayshakespeare. FRIDAY SHAKESPEARE CLUB OF SANTA CRUZ 10 am - noon, Peace United Church, 909 High Street This is the oldest women’s club in Santa Cruz. The club meets to study the life, works and times of William Shakespeare. Members share group readings and insights, discuss history, and universal themes found in his plays and writings. For more information please call 831-684-2832

County Fairgrounds Join us every 2nd Saturday on the Farm for free family activities. Each month we select a new theme to highlight historical agriculture with games, activities, and demonstrations that relate. We often have guest appearances from farm animals like llamas, draft horses, sheep, goats, chickens, rabbits, and more! You are sure to find something fun and entertaining for the whole family. Check our website and Facebook page for more details. FREE

Sundays NAR-ANON SANTA CRUZ 6:30 p.m., Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center (Sutter Room), 2900 Chanticleer Avenue, Santa Cruz Nar-Anon is a twelve step support group for families and friends of addicts. There are no dues or fees to join. Just come to a meeting. You will hear others, who are going Fridays thru Sundays through similar problems, talk about how they cope and PLEIN AIR WATERCOLOR PAINTINGS EXHIBITION find recovery. Noon-10 p.m., Mutari Chocolate House and Factory, 504 Front To locate additional times and locations of meetings, please go to our website at www.nar-anon.org. Street, Santa Cruz Aptos Artist David Pfost’s plein air watercolor paintings FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH BIBLE STUDY of Santa Cruz County landscapes are on exhibit. Exhibit open until the end of December. 9:45 a.m: Bible Study Second Saturdays Each Month 11 a.m.: Worship 2ND SATURDAY ON THE FARM 7565 Sunset Way, Aptos First Baptist Church of Aptos welcomes you to join their 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Ag History Project Center at the Santa Cruz 29 / January 15th 2019 / Aptos Times www.tpgonlinedaily.com

SANTA CRUZ SYMPHONY: ENLIGHTENMENT Sat: 7:30 – 10 pm, Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium 307 Church Street Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Sun: 2 – 4:30 pm, Henry J. Mello Center for the Performing Arts 250 E. Beach Street Watsonville, CA 95076 Santa Cruz Symphony with Music Director Daniel Stewart performs Mozart’s Symphony No. 40, Tchaikovsky’s Rococo Theme Variations with Jeremy Tai and the World Premiere by local composer John Wineglass. Visit santacruzsymphony.org or call 831-420-0560 for more information

Sunday January 27 BRIDAL EXPO 11:00am – 4:00pm, Cocoanut Grove 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Find all the information you need to plan the perfect wedding. The Bridal Expo brings together more than 100 wedding specialists and related vendors from the Monterey Bay Area. Includes bridal fashion shows, valuable door prizes, cake samples, wedding decorations, and a Grand Prize drawing! Visit https://beachboardwalk.com/Bridal-Expo for more information, or call 831-460-3359

Thursday February 21 thru Sunday February 24 BANFF CENTRE MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL WORLD TOUR 7 – 10 p.m., Rio Theatre, 1205 Soquel Avenue Santa Cruz, CA, 95062 Journey to exotic locations, paddle with the wildest waters, and climb the highest peaks. Get your tickets today and be taken away to the most captivating places on earth. For more information visit recreation.ucsc.edu or call (831) 459-2806. Tickets available online at brownpapertickets.com beginning December 15 or in person at the Bicycle Trip (cash or check only). n

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County Budget Update By Zach Friend, County Supervisor 2nd District

he Board of Supervisors recently received a mid-year budget overview and I wanted to share with you what we learned and give you a general overview of the County budget including a preliminary budget forecast for Fiscal Years 2019-21. Annually, as part of the budget development cycle, the County Administrative Office (CAO) prepares preliminary estimates for the current fiscal year and provides a preliminary forecast for the upcoming budget year. Using a Two-Year Budget Process he Board is moving the County to a two-year budget process - mainly so that more time can be focused on programmatic review as opposed to budget preparation. Specifically, do the programs that we fund work for their intended purpose? If not, how can we modify programs to ensure they are providing the outcomes that our community expects? As part of this process the budget will align better with the County’s new Strategic Plan and focus on a longer-term approach that ensures sustainability. The new two-year budget will also revise the previous accomplishments and goals section with a snapshot of objectives and key steps on how we will meet those objectives with this funding. This provides greater clarity to the community about what the goals are and how those goals will be met with the funding that we are allocating. After the first year of the twoyear budget, departments will do a review and update assumptions and outcomes as needed with explanations that allow the Board and community to understand how we did addressing these goals. The Board will consider changes to the original projections in a revised proposed budget for year two and approve changes during budget hearings.

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2018-19 General Fund Budget: Savings Anticipated ounty departments have begun to submit their estimates for FY 2018-19 revenues and expenditures based on actual expenditures to date and estimates for the remainder of the

year. The FY 2018-19 General Fund Budget is financed largely by funds from the state and federal government for mandated programs. In addition, the County receives tax revenue from property tax, sales tax, transient occupancy tax (hotels and vacation rentals) and cannabis business tax. General Purpose Revenue growth is expected to increase by $1.9 million primarily from anticipated receipts from Measure G, which becomes operative on April 1, 2019. Preliminary estimates indicate that General Fund expenditures will decrease by 0.4 percent, allowing $3.6 million to carry forward to finance the budget for FY 2019-20. Looking Forward: Revenue Growth Funds Most Rising Costs t this time, preliminary estimates indicate County General Purpose Revenues are projected to increase approximately 7 percent next year, primarily from continued property tax growth, hotel tax growth and the addition of a full year of revenue from the voter-approved Measure G. County General Fund net expenditures are expected to increase by $7 million, primarily from increases for critical unmet needs funded by Measure G and the rising cost of salaries and benefits. Beyond next year, it’s believed that revenues will grow more slowly as property tax growth slows and hotel/vacation rental taxes slow a bit. The County is estimating that revenues will grow overall by about 4 percent by 2020/2021.

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These estimates assume that state and federal funds continue to be allocated to the County for mandated programs and services at least at our current levels, that some of the lagging revenues from the Cannabis Business Tax for Cultivators and Manufacturers (due to licensing) will come online, and that no new major initiatives will be undertaken that increase General Fund costs. While the economy is currently strong many forecasts do call for a possible recession in the next few years. Looking ahead it’s important the County continue to build and maintain our reserves for a potential downturn and prepare for slowing revenue growth. The size of a decline would have an impact of services - assuming a limited decline, the County’s new revenue measure and reserves will help mitigate any impacts. If we experience something similar to the 2009/2010 declines then the recent efforts will definitely help provide a cushion but impacts will still be felt. Overall, the current County budget position is strong but we always have work to do to ensure it stays strong. We’ve been working to improve (through the Strategic Plan and two-year budget) transparency and accountability for how your funds are being spent and ensuring those funds match your priorities. n ••• As always, if you have any questions or feedback feel free to call me at 454-2200.

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