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23rd Monte Foundation Fireworks Extravaganza
2017 Open Studios Art Tour Over 300 Artists to Open Their Doors for the 32nd Tour
SANTA CRUZ — Open Studios Art Tour was launched thirty-two years ago in 1986 with a simple goal - to get art fans and artists together, all across Santa Cruz County. Artists open their studios, and art enthusiasts go on tour. The public visits studios, meets artists, sees their process, and buys art directly from the source.
The 2017 Tour features 302 artists working in dozens of mediums. People come from around the world to cruise through Open Studios. We’ve inspired other tours in cities and counties around the United States, including Portland, Oregon and Philadelphia. ... continues on page 4
For the fourth year in Capitola, the Monte Foundation under the Directorship of Marc Monte resumes its Fireworks Extravaganza on Sunday, October 8. According to Monte, the proceeds from this free, community event will be used towards furnishing and equipping the new Capitola library. Full Story page 6
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“Open Studios” from page 1 This year, there are 44 artists who are new to the Tour and 37 artists who have participated for more than twenty years. Studios are divided and South County from Davenport to Wa t s o n v i l l e dividing point). Each day, studios are open from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. October 7 & 8 146 artists October 14 & 15 features 156 South County artists October 21 & 22 is the All County weekend that features 245 artists. capita than any other county our size! Come out and visit the makers during Open Studios and experience the aweWilliams, Arts Council’s Executive Director. Sneak Peek — Cruz County’s Facebook page and check -
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Pick up the FREE Artist Guide found alongside the Good Times starting Friday, September 8. Pick up a FREE Artist Guide at outlets
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encourage everyone to experience the art of Open Studios! We hope loads of locals and visitors see the green signs as a welcome invitation to meet artists
remote areas throughout the county. The Satellite Exhibit opens on Friday, October 6 as part of the First Friday Art Tour and will be open to the public through Sunday, October 22.
Arts Council Santa Cruz County is a pasOstermann, Open Studios & Events Director. A Public Reception for the Preview will be held on Sunday, October 1, from 3 – 6 p.m., with musical entertainment by local favorites, Kuzanga Marimba. The Preview Exhibit will be part of the First Friday Art Tour on October 6, from 5 - 9 p.m. Even if you miss the reception, stop by the Preview Exhibit October 22 to help plan your tour. Exhibit hours are Tuesday through Friday 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Judy Miller has been a part of the Open Studios Art Tour since 2000 and is moving to Mexico at the end of this year. From her playful ceramic plates featuring scenes of home & garden, she shifted from ceramic to pastel and has become a propulling out all her inventory for a once in a lifetime sale.
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SCCRTC Study Workshops Rescheduled T he Santa Cruz County Regional
transportation projects that make the most
shops have been rescheduled! Please note the new dates and locations below. Monday, October 2 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. in Watsonville (Parking in Garage) Tuesday, October 3 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
.Please join the discussion about transportation options for our community’s mobility needs now and into the future.
to improve the economic vitality, natural environment, and health and equity goals this study! Please attend a workshop and forward this email to your networks.
transit, bicycle, and pedestrian transportation services for Santa Cruz County residents and visitors. Using a performance based approach, projects for these transportation routes based on a triple bottom line analysis that considers equity, environment and the economy. Phase 1 hase 1 to develop Santa Cruz County multimodal transportation modeling tools has been completed. Transportation modeling tools support a performance-based approach to transportation decision-making. The transportation modeling tools will allow for analysis of future project impacts on the local roadway network, and of sustainable
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Phase 2 hase 2 will evaluate how transportation projects located within the project area perform using a two-step scenario analysis. Phase 2 will utilize the modeling tools developed in Phase 1 to evaluate project impacts.
P Drive are two of the most heavily traveled and congested roadways in Santa Cruz County. Acquisition of the rail line provides a unique opportunity to create a corridor investment study that best utilizes these facilities.
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or the fourth year in Capitola, the Monte Foundation under the Directorship of Marc Monte resumes its Fireworks Extravaganza on Sunday, October 8. According to Monte, the proceeds from this free, community event will be used towards furnishing and equipping the new Capitola library.
for. That’s what the Monte foundation does, donates money; it’s a charitable foundation The Rudolph Monte Foundation is named after Marc Monte’s late father and Deluxe Foods of Aptos is the cornerstone of the Monte family generosity.
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proposed a new direction, that the family start giving back to the community through a foundation and the Fireworks Extrava-
rants and other visitor-serving businesses. Some of these businesses are voluntarily donating a portion of their sales for the day of the Fireworks Extravaganza to the Monte Foundation, which then donates the
The Monte Foundation made history in 1996 with the Fireworks Extravaganza, the
that the money raised goes to projects in Capitola. When asked about the impact of
much runs itself, and that allows me to focus
giving back to the community and to young
the most. So much of the foundation has my face on it – if something happens to me who
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will also include speakers from the Santa
Calvary Church Fundraiser Featuring The First Street Opera
and paperbacks $1. Find the Friends book sale on the porch of the Capitola
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First Street Opera Company announce 2005 Wharf Rd., Capitola. While you’re there, pick up information about the new library. Take some time to see the current architectural designs and pictures for the new library to be built on the current site. The groundbreaking for the building designed by architects noll&tam is scheduled for summer, 2018 with construction to be completed by summer, 2019.
featuring Amy Mendon in the heart of Santa Cruz. -
Calvary Episcopal Church
the historic 153-year-old church building, and will take place Saturday, October 14,
in our community and help build an
532 Center Street, Santa Cruz. Doors open for wine and hors d’oeuvres
information on how you can get involved by volunteering for future book sales and events, sign up for the Friends of the
$30 per person, or $55 per couple. Tickets may also be purchased at the door for $35 per person or $65 per couple or reserve an entire table for six people for $175 (advance only). The admission includes wine, hors d’oeuvres, a spaghetti dinner (vegetarian and gluten-free options available).
provides shelter and services for victims of sexual abuse. This free public event is co-sponsored by the Santa Cruz Branch of the American Associ-
planned for Thursday, Winery from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wine and light appetizers will be served.
$5,000 to this new scholarship fund. Any person wanting to support this growing fund can send a check payable
important). 1700, Soquel, California, 95073. Soquel
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equity for the quarter. The book value per share of Santa 30, 2017 was $24.82, compared to $23.15 as of December 31, 2016. Shareholders’ equity
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beautiful drought tolerant landscape. We’ll have tons of information on each of the over 60 plant species for sale, tours of our native plant demonstration gardens and nursery, and expert advice from grow, and care for your native plants and landscape. And best of all, all proceeds
the Santa Cruz community have established a new scholarship fund for designed to create a perpetual scholarship for generations of ambitious
educate youth and the community about this incredible natural resource in our backyard.
Community News
‘Imagine a Day Without Water’ Poster Contest SOQUEL — As part of a national campaign to help raise awareness about the critical importance of water to our everyday lives, water and environmental agencies in Santa Cruz County are sponsoring an
residents. This contest is open to all ages, to both amateur or professional artists. Participants are encouraged to use their imagination to create a poster conveying The winning poster in each of the four catschool, adult, and people’s choice) will receive a $50 gift card, plus recognition at a special ceremony and public display of their artwork. Submissions are due by Monday, October 2. This poster contest is part of the third event, a nationwide day of education and advocacy about the value of water. The community might look like if there was no water to drink, or to make
would have no water.
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he City of Capitola is providing two free trees to residents through Energy-Saving Trees, an Arbor Day Foundation program that helps conserve energy and reduce energy bills through strategic tree planting. Capitola residents can reserve their An online tool helps customers estimate the annual energy savings that will result from planting trees in the most strategic location near their homes or businesses. Customers can reserve up to two free trees and are expected to care for and plant them in the location provided by the online tool. The types of trees
swim, and farmers couldn’t water their crops. Posters must convey the theme,
and participants can use any medium for their poster (paint, colored pencils, crayons, markers, digital, etc; except no 3-D entries, please). Entry forms and complete contest rules are online Most Americans take for granted the water systems that bring clean water to and from their homes and businesses. without thinking twice about where that water came from or where it will go. This poster contest is intended to help people of all ages to better understand that water, especially in drought-prone California, is indeed our most precious resource. The fact is a day without water would be nothing short of a humanitarian, political, and economic crisis. it would be like to have no water for a day, local agencies hope to reinforce the understanding within the community that safe, reliable water and wastewater services are not just important – they are absolutely essential to our
everyday quality of life, for our families, our livelihoods, and our future, and they must be protected and enhanced.
and the Resource Conservation District of
The “Imagine a Day Without Water”
The program will continue until all 120 trees are reserved. Orders will be pro-
be available for pick-up at Capitola City
Trees will be 5-gallon containers and will
tool was created by the Arbor Day
division of Davey Tree Expert Co., and uses peer-reviewed scientific research from the USDA Forest Service’s i-Tree software to calculate estimated benefits. energy savings, the tool also estimates the trees’ other benefits, including cleaner air, reduced carbon dioxide emissions and improved storm water management.
conservation and education organization of one
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CF Santa Cruz County Hires New CEO C ommunity Foundation Santa Cruz County announced the hire of Susan True as its next CEO, following a national search. True, a Santa Cruz County resident, has expertise and deep local relation-
world. She served as executive director of First 5 Santa Cruz County and CASA of Santa Cruz County. Susan True She was also an elected trustee on the governing board of Cabrillo the Kenneth Rainin Foundation, in Oakland, as director of education strategy and ventures. True starts October 11. She takes
said Terry Medina, board president. True is a UC Santa Cruz graduate
a Sloan Fellow and earned her master’s degree at Stanford University’s the Rainin Foundation, she won a a marketing campaign for early education. True said the Community Foundation is uniquely positioned to make lasting change in the community that has been
about the love of people and the places we call home. Together, we can work to make secure and connected As new CEO, True bring years of
led the Community Foundation as it grew from $6 million in total assets in 1995, to more than $120 million today.
Terry Medina, board president and Lance Linares outgoing CEO the and honorary trustee of the Community Foundation was involved in the search process.
is eager to re-engage with community leaders in Santa Cruz County with the help look forward to introducing her to our local Ag
person with the right blend of professional
Foundation
A succession plan adopted by the board guided them through this smooth transition. The board formed a search committee and tapped , a dreds of candidates before zeroing in on True.
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk wins Golden Ticket SANTA CRUZ — The Santa Cruz
the amusement industry. The award was announced during the pounce amusement park in Connecticut on
Saturday, September 9. The two-day gathering included exclusive events and an award dinner for amusement park owners, operators and managers.
ognize our accomplishments as well as our of our world-famous seaside amusement The Golden Ticket Awards are pre-
are calculated from an international poll conducted by Amusement Today. The prestigious survey asks experienced amusement park voters around the categories.
Golden Tickets for Best Seaside Park from
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Community News
Celebrating 145 Years at Live Oak School
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By Stacey Kyle ive Oak Elementary School, founded in 1872, recently celebrated a monumental occasion. During the school’s $1.1 million revitalization over the summer, the historic 145-year old bell was moved to the front entrance of the school. Funds for
September 20 in front of the entire student body, dozens of parents and local dignitaries. Principal Greg Stein served as the Master of Ceremonies and welcomed long-
facilities loan. A re-dedication of the bell and celebration of the school’s history took place on
us together, and we’re doing that today again. When it rings today, it will give us a sense of history and remind us that we’re
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CASA Offers Daytime Training T victim of serious neglect in her home. Placed with a caring foster family, she continued to act out, which the foster family knew was a cry for help.
is desperate for attention. The dependency court judge referred her to CASA to be matched with an Advocate to
teers also work with attorneys and social workers. They review records, research information, and talk to anyone involved with the child, including parents, extended family members, doctors and teachers. From information gathered, a volunteer presents his or her best recommendations to the judge, for the safety and welfare of his or her CASA child. daytime training beginning October 30. Rather than the typical evening
becoming a Court Appointed Special Advocate. CASA volunteers develop a one-
weeks, this training will be held from 9
will be attending this daytime training.
grandchildren, and evening is our quiet
training after talking with community members that were interested in volunteering but couldn’t participate in the typical training schedule because they do not drive at night, prefer a condensed training schedule, or just like to have their evenings free. Cita Rasul, CASA’s Outlistened to what the community was telling us, and put this daytime training into our hope people take advantage of, as our need
their families or caregivers. CASA volun-
J. Guevara Joins Santa Cruz Community Health Centers SANTA CRUZ — Santa Cruz Community
health services to everyone, regardless of their
in community development, marketing, communications and advocacy make him an excellent
selected as its new development director.
is improving the health of nearly 12,000 local residents. As development director, Mr. Guevara will nerships, attract supporters and raise awareness about critical health care issues that impact everyone.
served as economic development manager for the City of Santa Cruz, where he was responsible for strategic partnerships, community outreach, marketing and crisis management. Prior to that he served as redevelopment manager for the City of Santa Cruz. Mr. Guevara earned his PhD. and M.A. in literature from the Uni-
brings a deep commitment to our mission as we continue to expand, establish a Pediatric Center of J. Guevara Excellence, meet the needs of patients with complex health and psychosocial conditions, and partner with English from San Francisco State University. the community to improve health for all,
vides comprehensive primary care services in English and Spanish to all ages, genders, ethnicities, abilities and sexual orientations, regardless of their ability to pay. quality care through compassionate, dedicated medical providers, health educators, and admincare, pediatrics, prenatal care and education, mental health and substance abuse counseling, chronic disease management, health insurance enrollment, and more.
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helped raise the money to bring it back to the school, to make sure that we have it as
and Daniel Cruz were then introduced to use the ceremonial large scissors to cut the bright orange ribbon surrounding the bell
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Commission, RTC advisory committees, stakeholders, and public will establish the project goals, performance measures, list of
and take turns ringing it. Principal Stein concluded the ceremony by asking the students if they’d like the bell used for special
projects to consider, and scenarios to evaluate for implementation on this corridor. A two-step scenario analysis will be performed to identify a package of transportation projects that will provide the
of working out can cost less than of eating out.
Albion Smith has been wowing Open Studios visitors for more than a decade with his incredibly ornate and masterful silver creations with many of his pieces, especially his goblets and containers, looking like they could have come from a Renaissance Ark. Unfortunately, arthritis has taken its toll on Albion’s hands, forcing him to retire.
Paper bag art! ucas Musgrave will be displaying what feels like the most unusual, and most unexpected, body of work in Open Studios history – a collection of lunch bags he has drawn every
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2017 Open Studios Commemorative Poster tephen Hosmer, Open Studios artist and the creative mastermind of Stokes Signs, has created a limited edition poster to commemorate the 2017 tour. Posters will be available for $30 at the
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Center campus. Cover Photo: Painting by Judy Miller
OPEN STUDIOS ART TOUR 2017 Dates for 2017 Tour: October 7th & 8th North County October 14th & 15th South County October 21st & 22nd All County Get your 2017 Open Studios Artist Guide by visiting: www.artscouncilsc.org Or scan and go:
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in 2012 on the outside wall of the local of movies shot in Santa Cruz, including
the fourth mural created by the RAA. that manages the Art of Santa Cruz art Gallery located inside the Capitola Mall. Reaching out to the community, whether it is through the Third Friday Art Walk or a
The second mural, also painted in 2012, is on the sidewall of Capitola’s Kings Plaza in of recognition of the dairy farm that was located on the land Kings Plaza is built on. The dairy farm was operational from 1867 until the late 1960’s when Developers purchased the land.
the Art of Santa Cruz store is a walk through a myriad of art mediums representing all local artists in its projects as well as in its store. Three murals have been painted in Scotts
the Sky Park airport. Sky Park was a private airport established in 1947 as a training
community involvement. Once the mural is designed and projected onto the wall, colors are assigned numbers and many skilled and unskilled hands alike painted the wall. Each mural took several weekends to complete.
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Updates from City Hall By Jamie Goldstein, City Manager of Capitola
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help victims of those disasters, we should also try to do what we can to prepare for a disaster that impacts our local community.
other parts of the Country is tragic. While we should all try to think of ways we can
and tsunami, there are many kinds events that will impact our region at some point in the future. The City is committed to providing advanced warning when possible via media, social media, and traditional emergency warning systems. As we experienced this past winter, services and utilities that we rely upon every day often become unavailable for a temporary or prolonged amount of time. Fortunately, citizens and their families can prepare in advance, so that if a disaster strikes, everyone will know what to do to
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Where Do Your Taxes Go? he City of Capitola receives revenues from a variety of sources, however, sales tax, property tax and transient occupancy tax (hotel tax) accounted for approximately about $11 million of the City’s $15.5 million general fund revenues in 2016.
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fact it is a small portion of the overall taxes generated within the Capitola City limits. Sales Tax — There was approximately $45 million sales tax generated within Capitola. Of that amount, the City received Property Tax — There was approximately $22 million in property taxes generated within the City, of which the City “City Hall” page 26
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‘Best Of Broadway... Then And Now’… A Smash! By Noel Smith
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his year’s 62nd annual Santa Cruz Follies was marvelous with thirty-
1920’s to the present day.
performers all age 50 and over. The Follies is a Santa Cruz tradition that brings audiences of all ages from all over California into the Civic Auditorium each September. Theater is an important part of our history. From Shakespeare to the Follies, theater provides an opportunity for us all to expe-
Courreault did a wonderful quartet and
the evening was the playful presentation
entertains and opens the hearts and minds The highlight of the evening came from Phantom of the Opera with Terrance musicals; it was a magical evening!
a barbershop quartet singing songs and harmony that brought back many memories, and that was before the show even started! The follies kicked of with the chorus
The Follies ended with the cast singing
thought especially when you love music by the Santa Cruz Follies. Don’t miss the 63rd Santa Cruz Follies’
Showboat.
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next year in September 2018 at the Civic Auditorium. With all the local talent we have, it will be another smash!
Local Sports
Mid-County Scoreboard Football Coach: James Gaynor Team Stats 321; Rushing 185; Passing 136; Penalties – Rushing
Water Polo
White 2 Att, 9 Yds; Diego 4 Att, 7 Yds Passing Receiving
Coach: Joel McKown Harbor 12 –York School 7 Harbor 11 – Palma 8
2 Rec, 23 yds; Anthony Azevedo 1 Rec, 7Yds Scoring
Coach: Trevor Wiens Soquel 14 – Stevenson 7 Soquel 11 – Aptos 4 Soquel 11 – Christopher 8
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Business Profile
SEVERINO’S BAR & GRILL
By Edita McQuary
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he sign on the corner of Old Dominion Court and State Park Drive has a brand new look, and you may have noticed some changes throughout the property. in 1985 on six beautifully landscaped acres and continues to be Aptos‘ perfect place to
guests for business luncheons, high school reunions, retirement parties, rehearsal dinners, receptions, and much more. The patio is also a picturesque ceremony location, where many happy couples have
working with them in many areas. The lighting in the restaurant and bar was
rooms, a year round heated pool with the hanging artwork throughout the hotel among the hotels in Aptos. The current
room photos were done by Mike Santaella. Also, be sure to check out the new creative bike racks out front for active locals looking -
Shirley Scott, who take great pride in their business. The General Manager, Debbie Parsons, has been with the company for just over 30 years, and continues to help the business thrive. mented new branding guidelines, with
people, with great views of the lush gardens known for its relaxing atmosphere, deliCalifornia continental cuisine with a wide atmosphere.
meeting rooms, restaurant, and bar; they hope to be completed by the end Western Design department you will see a more comfortable and modern atmosphere. The banquet rooms were recently both classy and casual, that includes new wallpaper, carpet, ceiling tiles, lighting
grey tone carpet, a geometric silver and white wallpaper, and light gray walls, which is very elegant and soothing. The
town is on your bucket list, then you’ll be impressed that their Manhattan clam
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training and promoting within has helped in retaining their employees. Their chef, Antonio Gomez, has been with them for more than 25 years, and the maintenance
place 10 years in a row at the Annual Santa
keeping the Chef busy with the 30 gallons that are served every week! Severino’s lounge can seat up to 80 people, has six big-screen televisions for sports fans, and features live entertainment Thursday through Saturday, including
from 3 to 6 p.m. seven days a week, with Monday nights that keeps the locals coming back! & Grill, the welcome is always friendly. Their door is open 365 days a year. For holidays such as Easter, Mother’s Day,
local favorites, and a tradition for many families. They provide an array of options having to cook or clean at home! friendly and enjoys working in a fun 20 / October 2017 / Capitola Soquel Times
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pastas, prime rib, and many other favorites.
them for 31+ years. Those are just two examples among many other long-term employees. Whether you’re planning to have friends or family visiting, or looking for a tasty meal in a great atmosphere, a visit to
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Santa Cruz County Fair. Karen Allyn, after over 26 years of entering the Annual Apple
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Featured Columnist
Reinvestment in Public Education Needed Now By Michael Watkins, County Superintendent of Schools
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n two separate occasions over the past
cation in order to raise their people out of poverty (1 in 4 children attending California schools lives
to visit a number of schools in China.
imprint on me was the way in which they prepared, supported and respected the role of the classroom teacher.
people into the teaching profession is accepted as the essential prerequisite to raising educational standards. According to a recent study conducted by the University of Sussex which examined public attitudes of teaching as a career based on professional status, pay, trust and desirability of a teaching career, China had the highest levels of public respect out of the 21 countries surveyed. On my visits it showed how teachers were treated by students, parents and political leaders who have invested heavily in public education. Only a few decades ago China was an agrarian, poverty- stricken and illiterate country therefore their economic growth can be directly attributed to the realization that a highly educated society is the best way to move forward. came away with from my visits to China was that their leaders were focused, organized and determined to improve edu-
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highly skilled population to compete in a world economy. That leads me to California’s teacher shortage. For much of the twentieth century, the United States led the world in high school and higher education participation and although our graduations rates are rising, the rest of the world is catching up. After decades of leading the world in higher education, the United States now ranks ninth in the proportion of young adults in college, and has fallen to 16th in degree attainment suggesting that while graduation rates are improving, the drop-out rate remains far too high. Today’s Higher Education has Special Needs
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especially severe consequences in special education, math, With the demand for high-tech jobs showing no signs of abating, and the rise in the growing number of students in need of special education services (autism alone) and bilingual educational support, one can easily see that this is indeed a crisis, a crisis of our own making.
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chools today operate on a shoestring budget severely
viable path to middle class status. And for the most part they are right because the college debt that one would incur on a path to a teaching repaid for many years. A beginning teacher’s yearly salary is $45,000 - about the same as a year’s tuition for obtaining a teaching credential at many colleges. All the while enrollment in teacher preparation colleges remains near historic lows.
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or California to live up to its reputation as a beacon of futuristic thinking, a reinvestment in public education is “Education” page 24
Featured Columnist
Water’s Impacts on Earth, Humans By Melanie Mow Schumacher
ast month my son, who is a freshman a persuasive essay for his geography class on his opinion of what has a greater humans – with an added emphasis on spe-
information and research historical data pertaining to our region and the impacts related to air, land, animals, and water. impacts.
my perspectives on the impacts related to water in the Santa Cruz Mid-County region. Do we humans have more impact on the environment and groundwater supply, or are some impacts naturally
Overdraft of the Groundwater Basin – This issue is definitely caused by historical over-pumping of the groundwater basin that exceeded what could naturally be replenished by rainfall. Thus, this has negatively impacted our limited groundwater supply and caused seawater intrusion and contamination to occur at both ends of our groundwater basin. The drinking water wells for Soquel Creek Water District
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n Monday night, the Capitola City Council voted 2-1 to overturn the previously approved skate park planned for Monterey Park. This privately funded after the City Council listened to the will of the citizens of Capitola, and voted accordingly. A small group opposed to this skate in court, stating that a technicality in the
to vote again on this same matter. This would normally not be an issue, Kristen Peterson was elected to the Capitola City Council, which represented the single vote that overturned the previ-
are still extracting fresh groundwater; however, the threat of seawater intrusion moving farther inland could result in our wells becoming contaminated and unusable. Water Conservation and Developing New Supplies Santa Cruz County residents are having a positive impact on reducing their water footprint and stretching out our limited water supply. The average water consumption by our customers is around 50 gallons per person per day, which is amazing compared to the statewide average of 85 gallons per day. The District also enforces a Water development in our water service area is required to not only have a zero water footprint but also contribute to our water conservation program. And, to address the groundwater shortage issue idenworking toward developing a new source of water supply. As part of our Community Water Plan, supplies such as river desalination, and storm-water recharge are all currently being evaluated. Water Quality – The District’s number one priority is providing all of our customers with a safe and reliable supply of
ously approved skate park. One of Kristen Peterson’s largest campaign donors that contributed to her campaign? You guessed As a resident of the Monterey Park
water. We regularly test for over 140 constituents and are proud to report that the water we serve meets or exceeds the State and Federal drinking water standards. Some constituents in the groundwater are naturally occurring, such as iron, manganese, chromium-6, and arsenic, and the District currently treats the water for all of these. our groundwater supply are naturally occurring. For example, 1,2,3-Trichloropropane (TCP) is a man-made chemical and typically introduced to groundwater through past agricultural use of soil fumigants. The District has stopped providing customers water from the one well in our system that is impacted by TCP and is evaluating treatment solutions. Thus, in terms of water quality – the impacts can both be human-caused as well as naturally occurring. Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) – As part of a statewide mandate, the Santa Cruz MidCounty Groundwater Agency (MGA) was formed in 2016 to develop a long-range plan to ensure our critically overdrafted groundwater basin is sustainable by 2040. The MGA is an 11-member board comprised of two representatives each from the City of Santa Cruz, Soquel Creek
Water District, Central Water District, and Santa Cruz County, and three private well representatives. The MGA meets every other month developing a GSP advisory committee to help develop that Plan. The intent of the GSP is to positively impact and develop a sustainable groundwater supply for future generations. As we humans around the world continue to develop communities where we live and play, we are becoming more aware and conscious of the impacts we have on our surroundings and the environment. For example, kudos to our County for making strides in reducing pollution with actions such as the bans on plastic bags and Styrofoam. Our water supplies are also a precious resource and our community continues to move forward in taking positive actions to protect our environment, while still providing a thriving economy and an enriching quality of life here along the Central Coast.
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from their local City Council, can be thwarted by a small group that used the courts to overturn a fair, democratic process. terey Park skate park has become in our
wonderful Capitola community. What is truly shameful, though, is how our local system of democracy has been manipulated by special interests, lawyers and litigation.
but would have accepted the decision of my elected representatives whether this was in sides voiced their opinion on this project, and after hearing from their constituents, the City Council voted on the matter, and approved the project. As we hear far too often in politics, a small group of large campaign donors used lawyers, litigation and campaign contributions to change the outcome of a that a project that applied for all the correct permits, went through the correct approval process, and obtained the required votes
Girls Volleyball Coach: Savanna Prather Harbor 22 – Everett Alvarez 7 Santa Catalina 14 – Harbor 12
Coach: Ryan Chapatte Soquel 17 – SLV 1 Soquel 18 – Salinas 0 Soquel 18 – Aptos 5
Coach: Matt Schutz Harbor def Santa Cruz (3-0) Harbor def Scotts Valley (3-1) Harbor def Aptos (3-2) Coach Jeanine Haldi Soquel def Scotts Valley (3-0) Mt Madonna def Soquel (3-0) Soquel def Santa Cruz (3-0) Capitola Soquel Times / October 2017 / 23
Featured Columnist
Are You Allergic to Your Partner’s Pet? By Tiffany L. Mitchener, DVM
Girl meets boy. Girl falls in love with boy. Girl would like to marry boy. cat. Girl has been allergic to cats her whole Pet allergies are on the rise in the general population. Fifteen percent of Americans are allergic to cats or dogs, with cat allergies twice as common as dog allergies. At the same time, more Americans owning pets today than they did thirty years ago. With rising allergies and increasing pet ownership, our scenario illus-
What causes people’s allergies to dogs and cats? ontrary to popular belief, people are not allergic to the fur of dogs and cats. With dogs, people are allergic to a protein secreted by the oil-producing glands of the dog’s skin and saliva. This protein is
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and saliva of the dog. With cats, people are allergic to a protein found primarily in the cat’s saliva. Since cats are active groomers, this protein is spread on their haircoat.
When people with pet allergies are exposed to the dog or cat protein (allergen), their immune systems react by going into against the allergen. This starts the chain reaction leading to the common clinical signs of allergies. Depending on their sensitivity, this reaction can occur after direct contact with the pet or by simply stepping into the home where an animal lives. People often complain including coughing, wheezing, red and itchy eyes, a runny nose, and repeated sneezing. Sometimes a mild reaction will be delayed and appear hours after contact with the pet. Some people who think that they are allergic to animals are actually reacting to pollens or molds carried on the haircoat of the animal, but not to the animal protein itself. Medical allergists strongly recommend allergy testing for anyone experiencing symptoms determine what the inciting allergen is in order many cases this can be performed by a medical doctor with a skin or blood test. How do people with pet allergies live with a pet? Environmental Control irst and foremost, it is important to reduce the number of allergens in the environment. A few tips to help make your
damp washcloth, preferably at bedtime. Medical Control
the canine allergens, a person may have even between two dogs of the same breed!
doctor regarding diagnosis and treatment of your pet allergies. Some tips that have helped
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Change clothes and wash hands after an extended interaction. doctor, take appropriate doses of over-the-counter medications, such as antihistamines, decongestants, or nasal steroids, which can bring relief.
All cats carry the same allergen, and if a person is allergic to cats, they will be allergic to all domestic and wild cats (lions, tigers, etc.).
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nfortunately, there appears to be a genetic component to pet allergies, so
being exposed to pets at an early age may help children avoid developing pet allergies.
drapes, furniture and carpets. Use
covers twice weekly. tioning and heating, it is recommended
treatment can take years and does not help everyone, but in some situations, allergy shots can be a lifesaver. Do hypoallergenic pets exist? here is no such thing as a hypoallergenic pet. Certain dog breeds shed less fur so their dander is less likely to spread
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potentially trigger an allergic reaction
“Education” from page 22 that adequately compensate teachers as the professionals that they are; develop pathways into the teaching sidize prospective teachers going into the pipeline into teaching, and allow teachers more time to collaborate 24 / October 2017 / Capitola Soquel Times
and create as we now do in other professions.
category designed to help American
truly wanted to address the need, they should make a greater investment in public education right here at home.
public education as an afterthought of a democratic society with a foundation rooted in economic stability, we will not be able to solve this problem overnight. that other forward thinking countries have applied to public education, it will be an investment in our future.
children who lived with a cat or dog in the respiratory infections throughout childhood. engaged. Girl undergoes months of immunotherapy. Girl marries boy. Girl and boy live in harmony with his cat and their newly adopted rescue dog. And there is a baby on the way.
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Monitoring Our State Politics By Bruce McPherson
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shaking hands with senators and
Thursday of the last week of the 2017 session to act on hundreds of bills which needed to be addressed before the Friday September 15 midnight deadline.
This sanctuary is known as the local authority over siting wireless telecom equipment and there were also various pieces of legislation that would have limited the expansion of local electric service known as Community Choice Aggregation (CCA). and the CCA limits both failed to get out of
ensure that the legislation did not make it was while representing the 15th District from 1996-2004. Today, as a Santa Cruz County
Some things never change. The hallways were jammed with lobbyists looking at television screens to see which legislation passed or failed, or had not received the necessary
There was a noticeable, exciting buzz as variety of legislative proposals, from health care and parks to education and public safety. They had to wind through one or more of the 21 Senate standing committees, as well as well as some of the Assembly’s 32 committees to get this far.
richness, unique habitats, threatened and endangered animals, and the presence of shipwrecks and other cultural relics. Our Establishment of the sanctuary followed decades of public support for its
public airing. On behalf of our regional com-
members Mark Stone and Anna Caballero for their work in suspending both bills.
to demand protection of this special place. Our challenge now is for continued protection of our marine sanctuaries.
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to launch clean electricity services to the tri-
free energy while charging the same rates as PG&E. substantial rebate to customers after the which should lower the rates more than analysis. agency operations and is expected to be
consider that more than 2,000 pieces of legislation are introduced each year, some dying in over the next few years, ensuring stable year bills, with roughly 800 or 900 being signed by the governor. And that bill package includes the ever-present practice of last minute amendments that hardly allow much time for in-depth debate. Thank heavens for the 72-hour rule that says those changes must be in print for at least three days to become actionable.
well into the future. write, the bill is on the Governor’s desk and improve broadband access, this bill does subsidy for large corporations, allowing them to have preemptive rights to use street light
could impact our County’s local authority. boxes to accommodate their technology. space for small cells and other communications equipment on public property at rates far below fair market value while stripping local jurisdictions of their current oversight.
Marine Sanctuary. The sanctuary was formally established under the authority of the the eleventh national marine sanctuary.
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35. Fail to mention 37. Crumbs 39. Nary a soul 40. Curly-leafed cabbage 41. Betty Ford Center, e.g. 43. Pacific Islands’ ceremonial drink 44. Opposite of digest 46. “Que Sera ____” 47. Revered one 48. Team list 50. “Cliffs Notes,” e.g. 52. Phone card acronym 53. A grand theft 55. Charged particle 57. *Norman Osborn’s organization 60. *”Spider-Man” villainous doctor 64. Last European colony in China 65. Belonging to you and me 67. Tennis great Chris
Morgan ____ 11. Like Andersen’s duckling 12. Perceive 15. “Game of Thrones” vest 20. Sea near Australia 22. It marches? 24. One always busy and moving 25. *”Batman” foe
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UCSC Awarded Several Government Grants
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General Medical Sciences to study T cell signaling. mental process used by our immune T cells to recognize virus-infected cells and devel-
funds will be used for a project called
he University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) received a federal grant totaling $377,776 per year for
he University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) received a federal grant
healthcare and high-throughput data is increasingly essential to making dis-
NOAA Grants for UCSC 1) The University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) will receive a federal grant
The funds will be used to produce forecasts of ocean conditions along the entirety of the West Coast of the United States, delivering predictions up to a year in advance. The University will use this capability for marine animal management, and to advise
Paten, a professor in the are likely to yield the best catch of targeted species.
at the University of California, Santa Cruz. ensure discoveries from putational methods to provide insight into the molecular level. The knowledge gained from our detailed molecular description will enable us to develop new therapeutic molecules for emerging immunotherapy applications to combat viral infections, and
this work will be a tool that predicts when and where
reproducible we need to be able to package these analyses, making them
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
and Mid-Atlantic Coastal Ocean Observing System (MARACOOS). This project will look at each of these regional associations and its impact on the analysis and forecast systems that assess the health of our ocean. 3) The University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) will receive a federal Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
accessible digital artifacts that can be reused
catch, while also avoiding bycatch of non-targeted species including turtles,
the framework to identify climate-resilient management strategies and evaluate the impacts of climate change on marine
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West Coast of the United States. The University will use this capability to project the impacts of climate change on ocean conditions and distributions of marine species, and model the economic impacts
munity. The funding provided will allow us to grow dockstore.org into a platform of Marine Sciences.
federal investment will help UCSC continue to develop medical applications that
Santa Cruz (UCSC) will receive a federal
UCSC will improve the management and proud that with this federal investment, UCSC will be able to build on their current Panetta. 2) The
National Human Genome Research
While the City does not have access to income tax records, one way to estimate the total income tax generated within the City limits is to use the median per capita income in the City ($38,414) times the popu-
estimate how much Capitola contributes to the taxes paid by the various corporations that operate within the City. So, while the calculations above are only approximations, and no corporate taxes are included, of the roughly $126 million in known taxes generated within the total.
paid roughly $5,700 in income taxes, while all City residents combined paid approximately $58 million in income taxes. Of that amount, the City receives no revenue. Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT or hotel and short-term rentals. Of the $1.5 million in TOT generated in 2016, the City TOT the only tax generated in the City that the City retains in full. You may notice that corporate taxes are not included above, primarily because there is no way for the City to accurately 26 / October 2017 / Capitola Soquel Times
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Capitola Local Government Academy Now Accepting Applications
bilities and functions
Government Academy. The Academy consists of a series of evening workshops
overview of the role of local other local public
how local government works. The program is designed to promote civic participation, help residents better understand how our City works, and frame the City’s role in the larger community.
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architects have completed the detailed design work, which was presented to
the City Council on September 28, 2017. made and the project remains on budget. The current schedule calls for the existing library to close late in spring of 2018, and the new library opening in fall of 2019. The new library will include an open reading area, a children’s area, a teen study area, several meeting and computer rooms, and a community room.
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maps and information on the new
Schools will be participating from every school district in Santa Cruz County.
courtesy of Ecology Action and the City of Santa Cruz
and treats from The Ugly Mug Family Cycling Center
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Community Calendar Announcements
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CASA Orientations to Become Advocates for Children ASA empowers volunteers to
foster care. Court appointed special advocates are everyday people that, with just a few hours a week can have a lifetime of impact Second Mondays for a child who has been abused or Invisible/Alienated neglected. Grandparents Support Group
Writing/Discussion Meeting
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ASA volunteer Advocates receive 35 hours of specialized training. Court appointed special advocates are everyday people that, with just a few hours a week can have a lifetime of impact for a child who has been abused or neglected.
State of the City
earn about current & future plans for Watsonville from City Mayor Oscar Rios, City Manager Charles Montoya, Assistant City
Second and Fourth Thursdays
Aptos Noon Toastmasters
Cabrillo Host Lions Club Meetings
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ome join a dynamic, supportive group of people at all levels of experience from beginners to more advanced. We’re here to help you discover your voice and share it effectively. Everyone is welcome!
Open Farm Tours!
month and see what you can do to Free Self-Directed Farm Tour help in Santa Cruz County.
Freedom Blvd eet your farmers and tour 10 local family farms. The ten farms implement sustainable agriculture practices and are within a 10-mile radius of each other. Tour the farms at your own pace and learn what is involved in growing our food Monthly Meeting support group for adults grieving and how important sustainable the death of a family member or farming methods are to the health of the Earth and our his statewide group of retired a friend. This group is a place community. The tour is free and where you can share stories, learn men invites you to be our open to the public for one day guest at our monthly luncheon. tools for coping, and receive only. You’ll meet kindred spirits, have support from people who care. a fine lunch and learn something new from a top notch guest Wednesday October 18 speaker. Watsonville Wednesday
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from the relationships, mutual support and connections essential to creating a thriving business.
Blvd) o you have a problem with food? Please check out our - Fridays free, friendly 12-Step support Drop-in Grief Support group with the solution. All teens and adults welcome! For current times and locations Second Wednesdays - Santa Cruz Sons in Retirement ospice of Santa Cruz County
Church in Felton 120 Russell or Capitola Foundation at
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beautiful 9-hole course in Scotts
o you have problem with food? Come join us for a friendly free 12 step support group with the solution. Teens
us for free co-working in the company of fellow Santa Cruz current times and locations of freelancers, independent professionals, remote workers, creatives, startup founders, community organizers, ideators and more. We welcome everyone to co-work with us at the library. Our goal is to provide the collaborative atmoWednesday October 4 sphere of co-working to a broad
Business Debtors Anonymous
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this ongoing support group, we will share stories, learn tools for recovering from debting on coping and receive support from one’s business. people who care. Contact Hospice of Santa Cruz
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dards Enforcement on on such things as recordkeeping, common meetings wage and hour law application, employer and employee rights and responsibilities and more. To make reservations visit the
Capitola Foundation Golf Tournament
choose, and learning healthy ways to deal with separation from anyone. Co-sponsored by Alienated Grandparents
atz Cancer Center, PAMF lowship of relatives and friends of County invite you to attend a Caregiver Support Group for someone else’s addiction. Please those caring for someone with a serious illness. When a loved join us at our Sunday evening one is seriously ill, it can be a feels this way?
n this Free seminar you will receive information from the
Friday October 6
Third Thursdays in Santa Cruz Third Fridays in Aptos
Wellness on the Cancer Journey
earn 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.
Friday Shakespeare Club of Santa Cruz
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Council. This is an opportunity to meet our dedicated community leaders as well as a time for everyone to get together and enjoy an outdoor lunch in the beautiful downtown Plaza Park. Don’t forget your business card and we’re looking forward to seeing everyone there!
Sundays
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music and want to be involved, please call (831) 646-8511 or visit www.montereysymphony.org for more information.
Cabrillo Youth Strings/ Suzuki Music Program
Thursdays
Arts and Entertainment
Lucky Steppers Modern Square Dance
Open Studios Santa Cruz County pen Studios features artists from all over Santa Cruz County. This year, South County artists present the opening
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kitsch, turquoise, original artwork, and a whole lot of whatnot! Weather Permitting!
new entry-level String Orchestra class 4th- 6th
Students must provide their own instruments. For more information contact Nancy
Downtown Santa Cruz Antique Street Fair
ead to Roaring Camp and celebrate Celtic art t’s fun and easy to do! Friendship and culture! Games include put to music; family friendly. the caber toss, hammer and Class takes place every Thursday and unique items. Come and check stone throw with bagpipes and Celtic rock band, Tempest for assortment of treasures including entertainment! books and photographs, vintage right on Estrella) jewelry, clothing, glass and ceramic
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Second Sundays Each Month
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onducted by Connie Fortunato, this year’s program includes a variety of Spirituals on the theme lasses every Thursday night. For Science Sunday Finding Peace for our Fractured more information call Sue Harris World. Come celebrate with best loved spirituals and Gospel eymour Marine Discovery songs. Priority seating for those Center presents a public lecture purchasing pre-concert dinner. from a marine scientist the third Monthly Argentine Tango at Star Sunday of every month. Topics presented in an entertaining Bene Italian/Argentine Restarante are and easy-to-understand format, with up-to-date photos, video, and Saturday October 28 Chili Cook-Off discussion. Science Sunday does not meet
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Third Monday each month
Dated Events Thursday October 5 thru Sunday October 8 Watsonville Film Festival
Stitchers By The Sea Meetings
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on the back for all of your successes. Did you ever think you’d have this much to celebrate?
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for most charitable contributions, your name will be at the top of the list. An astonishing news blurb catches your eye mid-month, and you can’t wait to do more investigating. There must be more to the story, and you’re determined to dig until you get to the bottom of it. The end of the
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Your inventiveness gets you where you want to go early in the month. Thanks to your creative how to get started. Your bravery is admirable mid-October, and you take great pride in your
Kits to sample chili from dozens of competitors. Tasting Kits are $10 each and include six (6) taste tickets, spoon, cup, and a People’s Choice ballot. A portion of the proceeds from
aren’t already part of a local, national, or global charitable movement, this is the time to join one. Amusement pairs well with romance mid-month, so take your partner or date to an amusement park or enjoy playing board games at home. You don’t respond well to people telling you what to do late in the month, but you might need extra guidance to get the job done. Ask for help when you need it, but otherwise work on your own as much as possible.
probably aren’t showcasing what you can really do. There’s pressure to perform late in the month, but you’ve got it under control. You’re strong-willed, and nothing is going to stand in your way.
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edge. You have an incredible sense of balance that carries you through almost every precarious situation. Your dual identity shows itself mid-October, but you have enough energy to cover you solve a work or school problem once and for all. You don’t have to be the smartest person you as the one person who can solve their problems.
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You want that storybook romance early in October, and who says that you can’t have it? When you strive for the best, you don’t have to settle for less. You love to keep secrets, and you have
ring your appetite and join the fun as both professional and amateur chefs work their culinary magic and compete for the title of
First Fridays each month creativity and community at various sites throughout south county! Haven — Santa Cruz County’s titchers-by-the-Sea, the local First Friday Art Tour he First Friday Art Tour is a chapter of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America, holds regular meetings open to the public each temporary Arts event, managed in conjunction with the participating art venues. The event takes place year-round and illuminates some Tuesdays of the most talented local artists BINGO from local galleries.
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month, and you may be surprised that the simplest things in life really do give you the most pleasure. That knowledge won’t stop you from being your typical over-the-top self, but at least you know deep down that you don’t have to put on a show all the time. You have some very rational, sound reasons for your actions late in the month, but a friend isn’t hearing what you have to say. You can’t please everyone.
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be scary, but you’ll learn to embrace your freedom in no time. You can celebrate some incredible triumphs mid-month, but don’t lose sight of what got you to this point. A practical eye and sensible, basic logic are your go-to traits; don’t dismiss them. Positive energy surrounds you the last week in
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approach over the last year that would make it easier to create ADUs. The County initiated extensive community outreach to determine
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the best way to expand ADUs that included stakeholder interviews, an online survey that generated over 650 responses and two well-attended community workshops. stemmed in large part from this community outreach. As a result, we are in the process of reducing fees, changing County regulations, streamlining administrative practices as well as creating programs to assist a building permit. Products will include on-line and print materials to guide current and prospective homeowners and developers towards successful crelines that will prohibit these ADUs
from becoming vacation rentals. The units must be long-term rentals or an on-site living location for seniors monly hear from people throughout our district that they want to move their parents onto their property or even for parents wanting to move into an ADU and allow their children to have the main home. State law is also changing in this arena, and the County has incorporated the state law changes into our current ADU ordinance. The changes in the state gave additional rights to applicants seeking to build ADUs and the state is currently considering additional legislation that will make it easier to legalize unpermitted ADUs. We estimate that about half of the County’s ADUs may be unpermitted. Secondly, the state is considering legislation that would add special districts and water corporations to the from charging connection fees and capacity charges for ADUs that are created by converting existing space or structures on a piece of property. These connection and capacity fees are very high in some cases and have been prohibitively expensive for many local ADU applicants in the past.
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Celebrating SIA S an opportunity to ponder the happenings in our community that bring a smile to the end of a day, and a contented yes to tomorrow.
behind. Greeting cards celebrating 90 and 100 join the famed 16 and 21-year milestones
the longevity possibilities. Retirement nest eggs for retiring at 65 that seemed generous when planning during the prime of our lives. When we thought and statistics agreed that
was pretty easy to calculate. am grateful that she saw the inspiration that stories of the 50 plus population bring to the me looking at how things have been evolving
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some of the dogs that come to us have been in very bad places… Pablo (A240090) was found emaciated, dehydrated, and surrounded by feces
enjoying continuing uphill and uplifting the rest of the world along the way. become businesses, a continuation of a satisfying careers evolve into consulting, coaching as well as creating classes, and the high-tech itive thinking elders sharing their wisdom.
when our life goes beyond 70 and includes pleasant and creative possibility. The greying of America is also seen in entry-level jobs which provide camaraderie with a population of young people who express pleasure in hanging out with older One fast food restaurant manager said
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expanding the title of a popular television show in the 50’s. Members of the club are happy to share the memories but continue Doree Steinmann, a new member of the 90’s Club, will hold the podium at October’s meeting sharing the history of her broadcasting Years, featured many like herself that led the way to adapt to fast paced media world where
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