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Goodwill Central Coast Finances Questioned

Porter Library Gets Improvements By CJ

Board Member of Goodwill Central Coast Jess Brown, who is also the Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau, has resigned due to recent

The Historical Trust award from the Santa Cruz County

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Cover Porter Library Gets Improvements by CJ 5 6 7

Community News Capitola Mall Has New Owner

Heated Pool 8 Water Aerobics everyday!

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Member Jess Brown Resigns in Protest by Noel Smith Smith Workout with friendly members!

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Kids Camps

Relax in our Hot Tub, Sauna, & Steam Room Lots of Group Classes!

Business Profiles

Local Sports #OMMUNITY #ALENDAR s !RTS %NTERTAINMENT n Pages n -ONTHLY (OROSCOPE s Page 29 -

Featured Columnists 23 Water Wisdom 26 by Zach Friend 27 by Tamra Taylor – Boys and Girls Clubs Opens New 30 31

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publisher’s assistant Camisa Composti editor Noel Smith contributing writers CJ, Noel Smith, Buzz Gray, Bob Ditter, Zach Friend, Tamra Taylor, Tiffany Mitchener, Linda Hanson layout Michael Oppenheimer, Kevin Markley, Liz Senteney graphic artists Michael Oppenheimer, Kevin Markley, Liz Senteney production coordinator Liz Senteney advertising sales Don Beaumont, Jay Peters, Vanessa Reed Holder office coordinator Cathe Race distribution Bill Pooley, Camisa Composti

Cover Story “Porter Library” from page 1 While the youngsters in our com-

This spring the Porter Library has the

students an opportunity to participate in the community in a way that will be a as The Wood Shop, guided the youngsters to plan and build the structure as part of their Green Manufacturing Engineering program and Construction Technology

Porter Sesnon Foundation for the grant that funded the newly completed accesLocal architect Teall Messer who followed abilities to bring the library into compliance

products are showcased at the school Contractor Tom Johnson, Whitlow Concrete,

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where two ROP - Regional Occupational

Electric, Michael Petti Painting and Santana

The Green Manufacturing Engineering Program, will show and sell their products -

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old it is the oldest continuously operating

Library That Could,” Porter Memorial

museum with local historical artifacts and

unteer, all donation library. Gifts of time or tax

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Community News

Earth Day Volunteers Keep Central Coast Clean SANTA CRUZ — The California Central

had one of its most successful turnouts last from illegal dumpsites hidden around the Cruz and Monterey County celebrated Earth By far, the most common item collected was

Earth Day supporting partners and sponsors: The County of Santa Cruz Public Works Department, the City of Santa Cruz, Seaside Walking Action Group, Nordic Naturals, the California Coastal Commission, Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine

unteers, and sponsors who made our Earth of waste from 6 cleanup locations in Santa

M Ranch, Monterey City Beach, Carmel City

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Community News

Capitola Mall Has New Owner M -

comed the new potential and possibilities

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The

purchase

by

Merlone

Geier

that included 100 spaces for specialty stores and restaurants owned by Macerich, and one anchor

include parcels owned by the other anchor stores

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purchase price was not

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the neighboring city of Santa Cruz, home On their website Merlone Geier -

Stands out as the only enclosed shopping center in the county with the nearest com-

The company has properties in California, Oregon and Washington with one of the largest being Metro Center in


Community Briefs

students program autonomous robots to

Americans and Their Taxes

beginning The Swarmathon is a collaboration

and local taxes, for a total bill of almost

fying the most widely supported priorities and how they do or do not complement the

We competed against 26 other colleges and turned in a commanding performance in

Please spend more on taxes in 2016 than they will on food,

send

emails to for a response

The Robotics Club did an amazing starts with a pop-up window appearing

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rowing, which represents future taxes consumer is urged to call a number for John Ferrara sworn in as -

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Attention Float Builders! Next year we will enter the physical com-

state that they are employed by a well-

access, they often infect the computer with Vacancy on the Capitola Architectural & Site Review Committee Application for Landscape Architect

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ohn Ferrera is a lifelong resident of Santa

for the Santa Cruz County John is also an

please contact the Santa Cruz County -

as a Lieutenanta of

graduate the Police

will be for a term ending website for more information on this

wire, and access to nearly 20 acres of

be in training and will be able to assist in age or older, and must possess credentials as The committee meets twice monthly in the Council Chambers at Capitola City Hall on the second and fourth

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First Vision Capitola Workshop Well Attended

to see happen in their community during

welcome him and his family to the police

I-You Venture’s Friendly Visitor Program Volunteers Needed For Residents in Care Facilities

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dents to the community, as the many of the men and women in these facilities are often Cabrillo Swarmathon Team Victorious!

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Community News

New Superintendent for Soquel Union Elementary School District Board of Trustees announces the appointment of Scott Turnbull as the new

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as crucibles of learning in preparation for this newest

Turnbull will build upon the foundation of excellent programs already in place

extraordinarily

found that collaboration tions and experience

Board and the school community in the

core beliefs for student success and we welcome him and his family to our

community is the most

Scott Turnbull career as a public educator, he has been a classroom teacher, teacher on special assignment, assistant principal, principal, principal on special assignment

rewarding

part

of

talented

edu-

learning community dedicated to

Soquel Union Elementary School District took formal action to

to nurture well-rounded students and that tradition and in leading new ways

Center in Capitola.

Dump and Drain: Mosquitoes are Taking Flight!

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white striped, and tend to bite meeting, the County Board of responsible

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transmitting -

Currently, all California cases of these diseases can be other parts of the world, and are not due

traps throughout the county, but we

This type of weather pattern has lead to slightly earlier breeding of spring and

Spring and summer is also the season

swimming pool for example, can produce

holding containers in-between rains and properly seal septic systems and water“Mosquitoes� page 9 8 / May 2016 / Capitola Soquel Times


Community News

Grateful Patients Honor Caregivers H arry Schoenfeld and his wife

take this opportunity to honor a nurse that

to the hospital and had a team ready for had a passion to care Sheila was one of the nurses on the unit

Originally from Mississippi, Sheila came to Santa Cruz as a

and all the people that

Sheila when she was presented with the news and a special lapel pin honoring her excepto be recognized by patients — no one has recognized me in this

Sheila has been a

next goal is to obtain “My

future

dream

Harry and Bertie Schoenfeld

oring her for exemplary care. PUBLIC NOTICE SANTA CRUZ CITY SCHOOLS MEASURES I, J AND P SENIOR CITIZEN, SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME AND SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY INSURANCE EXEMPTION APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE

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On June 5, 2012, the voters of the Santa Cruz City Schools District approved Measure I and Measure J Parcel Taxes. Measure I is $38 per parcel annually for eight years, and supports Grades 9-12 library and counseling services. Measure J is $85 per parcel annually for eight years, and supports Grades K-8 art and music programs, library programs, and counseling services. Both have exemptions available for Senior Citizens, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). On November 17, 2015, the voters of Santa Cruz City Elementary School district approved Measure O Parcel Tax and the renewal of Measure P Parcel Tax. Measure O is for $72 per parcel per year annually for eight years, and supports Grades 9-12 instructional and after school programs in Career Technical Education, Science, Technology, Engineering, Performing Arts and Athletics for middle and high school students. Measure P is $105 per parcel annually for eight years, and supports Grades K-3 class size reduction, lowered class sizes in Grades 4-6, library services, art supplies, life lab, and a variety of other K-6 programs. It has exemptions available for Senior Citizens, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). To qualify for the Senior Exemption from the Parcel Tax, you must: 1) turn 65 years old prior to July 1, 2016; and, 2) own and occupy your property as your primary residence; To qualify for the SSI/SSDI Exemption from the Parcel Tax, you must: 1) currently receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and, 2) have an annual income that does not exceed 250% of the 2015 Federal poverty guidelines issued by the United States Dept. of Health )VNBO 4FSWJDFT

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If you received the Senior Citizen Exemption in 2015-2016 and are still the homeowner and currently reside at the same address, you do not need to renew your tax exemption, it will automatically be renewed. If you received the SSI/SSDI Exemption in 2015-16, you must reapply with an updated benefits verification letter annually to continue receiving the exemption. If you sold your home and purchased a new home, you must re-file for a Senior Citizen Exemption for the new property.

Questions should be directed to the Parcel Tax Administrator: SCI Consulting Group at (800) 273-5167

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Community News

Goodwill Central Coast Finances Questioned By Noel Smith

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Goodwill Central Coast Jess Brown,

of the Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau, -

the position less than three years ago, the CEO pressured the board to raise his salary

the past year became the focal point of the

by Goodwill Central capital

expendithe three counties that Goodwill Central

The expenditures

capital Brown

the Goodwill head-

Jess Brown

Brown continues, “Throughout the of the creation of this strategy and the the recent compensation increase actually

spree including the current proceedings to factoring in salary, retirement and other

position, as it was when we hired Ed as

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Regarding the compensation issue

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only 10 percent were paid a base salary

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Kids Camps

Kids and Fostering Healthy Lifestyles W ith childhood obesity affecting

important partners for parents and Developing a Healthy Attitude at Camp

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which they can continue to use when they with children spending much more time indoors than children ten or twenty years

Camps focus on:

Sixty minutes each day is the minimum

“Lifestyles” page 13

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Kids Camps

First Time at Camp: Talking with Your Child Bob Ditter, L.C.S.W.

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ending your child away to camp for for most families, one that is often

One of the most important things you as a parent can do to help prepare your child for both these aspects of camp is to

you do, remember that you will get so used to things that by the time you come home

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respect and they do the same with you,

Friends amp is not anything if it is not about

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Kids on Broadway: One World

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July 19 thru August 6


Kids Camps

Being Positive

this important step on the road to being

strengths can help them when they are

as you allow your child to participate

To learn more about camp and child “Lifestyles” from page 11

learning opportunity Healthy Eating

Physical Activity

participation Social Support

Camps can contribute to lifelong patterns of exercise and excellent nutrition,

Adapted from the article, “Kids and Healthy Lifestyles,” by Viki Kappel Spain; derson, Ph.D.

CampParents.org, or call the toll-free number, Bob Ditter is a child and family -

Reprinted by permission of the American Camp Association©

City of Santa Cruz Summer Day Camps Camp Cruz, Jr. Explorers, Super Camp and More! 323 Church Street, Santa Cruz Phone: 831-420-5270 Fax: 831-420-5271 e-mail: parksandrec@cityofsantacruz.com web: www.santacruzparksandrec.com

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Business Profile

UPPER CRUST PIZZA IN SOQUEL Taste That Is Timeless

By CJ Crust Pizza and Pasta at the corner of

on the coast of Califor the lead person crew to call in their with his handtossed, made to order pizzas this reputation would passion for pizza is contagious and his commitment to fresh ingredients and attention to culinary his customers the The The

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deep-dish

addition to the meat toppings are the hand

lunch or dinner with order will be ready

her crew well nourished and happy, a sure formula for For those wanting a lighter meal, perhaps a pasta salad or a trip straight to the salad bar with all its choices and dressings is in order — or perhaps a bowl

Neighbors and families from the local school districts appreciate that not names, but he also supports local high

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will come in for a pizza after a game or education and Ernesto helps the schools which includes Monday night free order

team on a part time basis while they con-

as a dishwasher in his youth, his interest Upper Crust Pizza and Pasta 2501 Soquel Dr, Santa Cruz is open Sunday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. For take out or on the West side, recognized his ambition 14 / May 2016 / Capitola Soquel Times


Community News

2016 International Migratory Bird Day 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Family Fun

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collaborating

together Saturday, May 14 8 am to 10 am – Bird

Center, Monterey Bay Birding programs and laws that safeguard birds treaty that has protected nearly all these birds and the forest and

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through birds and to help people understand the importance of bird and habitat

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Education Resource Center located at to focus attention on the life of a migratory

Saturday May 7 and Sunday May 8

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CAPITOLA SELF STORAGE

Business Profile

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Storage is the size and cleanliness of

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assure a low humidity and temperatureThe units are all made of metal including the studs in order to

Joshua Nathan, a long time Capitola resident, is conscious of the transformation that may be hap-

critical features are

The Capitola Historical Museum appreciates the stable

its opening in 2011, he understands that while storage for business reasons is a practical application, the bottom line logic for residents is much

exhibits on display you realize that an a range of emotions similar or connected to collections assures that your sentimental focused on reducing any stress that results

Manager Josh Nathan at his desk. resources and community engagement

good listening and information on local tices combined with hospitality is another

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Josh and Capri are serious about being a welcoming committee, with a new beach

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Assistant Manager Capri Patrick stands with one of the many Museum Collection Photos.

letin board for tenants to use is going up this month, dedicated to pictures of the

your thirst with cool water between loads,

attitude that signed you up will be there

alarmed, in addition to the communal area

H, Capitola 95010, Capitola Self Storage is ready to make your storage needs easy, safe and economical. Capitola Soquel Times / May 2016 / 17


Local Sports

Mid-County High Schools Scoreboard Baseball Harbor Season Record: (10-4, SCCAL 2-5) Coach: Joseph Allegri Santa Cruz 3 – Harbor 1 St. Francis 6 – Harbor 4 Harbor 2 – Aptos 1 Scotts Valley 10 – Harbor 2 Santa Cruz 2 – Harbor 1 Soquel Season Record: (5-12-1, SCCAL 3-3) Coach: Robert Zuniga Soquel 6 – Aptos 5 SLV 2 – Soquel 1 Santa Cruz 16 – Soquel 10

Softball Harbor Season Record: (0-8, SCCAL 0-5) Aptos 14 – Harbor 0 Scotts Valley 15 – Harbor 2

Coach: Shawn Gallardo Scotts Valley 3 – Soquel 2 Soquel vs. Harbor Soquel vs. St. Francis Aptos 11 – Soquel 7 SLV 4 – Soquel 3

Soquel 5 – Scotts Valley 1

Boys Volleyball Harbor Season Record: (4-4, SCCAL 3-4) Coach: Matt Schutz Mt. Madonna def Harbor (3-1) Aptos def Harbor (3-0) Pac. Collegiate def Harbor (3-2) Harbor def SLV (3-0) Harbor def Scotts Valley (3-0) Harbor def Soquel (3-0) Mt. Madonna def Harbor (3-0) Soquel Season Record: (4-5, SCCAL 4-5) Coach: Brett McGarry Mt. Madonna def Soquel (3-0) Soquel def Santa Cruz (3-0) Soquel def Santa Cruz (3-0) Aptos def Soquel (3-0) Soquel def Harbor (3-1)

Track & Field CCS Top 8 Meet Kyle Henn

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Community News

Preserving the Past

“Please Don’t Call Me Charlotte” by Dolores Smithen Cicholas “Growing up in Santa Cruz”

By Noel Smith

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This made the triumphs much more to

“Growing up in Santa Cruz” by

some of us that are older contain herself the sole guardian of two boys and family, friends and schoolmates during a much less complicated time in our

that we all can learn from and experience the trials, tribulations and triumphs for

“Growing up in Santa Cruz” by tions between the characters to tell much

Santa Cruz has always been a special

a dimension of emotion and family memories than to write them down,

their own words by Charlotte

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these memories is our opportunity to

and then into the “Great Resurgence” on the west coast after

the time to remember and chronicle the

through a time when personal and family troubles and tragedies were dealt with

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Community News

Journey for Change By Buzz Gray, Vietnam Veteran

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he “Journey for Change” is a long

promoting a proposal to reduce the rate

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Music in May: 2016 Season the

of music to heal and

Peace United Church (900 High Street, Santa Cruz)

classical

concert Bocelli, Cristian Castro,

her into communities and the Tran-Siberian and into the Haitian esthetic, she lends her from

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an associate Principal cellist for San Francisco Ballet, of which he is

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namely the

One in four local families are impacted

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Community Calendar Capitola -Soquel Chamber of Commerce Calendar of Events Saturday May 14 at Sandy Paws Dog Boutique

Announcements

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Thursday May 19 Capitola Art & Wine Kickoff Party

Sunday Piano Brunch

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to directly influence lifechanging decisions affecting

Crossing, Santa Cruz

it places 126 of its members in

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those caring for someone with a

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support group, we will share stories, learn tools for coping

Contact Hospice of Santa Cruz County Grief Support Program. (831) 430-3078

Invisible/Alienated Grandparents Support Group 4:-5:30p.m.

Monthly Meeting St.

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Thursday May 12 Business Luncheon

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ome and meet Congressional candidates, Jimmy Panetta and Casey Lucius at

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