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Measure D for Scotts Valley and San Lorenzo Valley Community support for Yes on D is growing in the San Lorenzo Valley and Scotts Valley. The campaign District and the Scotts Valley City Council.

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Scotts Valley School Board Election Update There are three full term candidates. Three are incumbents — Sue Roth, Michael Shulman and Kim Schulz — and two are newcomers —

Nutcracker: Experience the Magic! tacular performance sure to delight and inspire!

to bring in the season than with smiles, beauty and laughter? ... continued on page 4

has dropped out). Two board members resigned halfway into their 4-year terms so these two seats are up for grabs with three names on the ballot — Roger L. Snyder, Gia Schwarzer and Corey Warner (Stephanie Espinola has dropped out).

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Farah Galvez Theissen for Scotts Valley School Board “The Scotts Valley School Board should reflect the community it represents. As a parent of a 10-year-old, I am personally invested in modernizing our schools and making them safe. I will openly communicate with parents and the community. Trust in my proven leadership to make a constructive difference and get things done.”

Shyra Horner Pre-school teacher, resident of Scotts Valley:

“As a pre-school teacher, parent and resident of Scotts Valley, I know how important it is to have an active parent and community member on our School Board.

Farah is devoted and connected to our community.

With all of her volunteer work in our public schools, she has proven that she is 100% committed to the success of all the children of Scotts Valley.”

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I have volunteered for 14 years to improve our public schools.

Advocacy for All Children New Energy & Perspective Responsible School Budget Vested Commitment Get the Middle School Built Safe School Environment Communication & Transparency

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Cover Nutcracker: Experience the Magic!

Community News 5

SV School Board Election Update

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Measure D for SV and SLV

7 Valley Times 8 10 Scotts Valley Performing Arts Center Progress 15 17 22 San Mateo and Santa Cruz Counties Burn Suspension Lifted Local Sports 9

Valley High Schools Scoreboard

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11 12 LifeRaft Tutoring Welcomed into Community 13 14 Holiday Gala Celebration Letter to the Editor 15

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“Nutcracker” from page 1 Director/Choreographer and Juilliard Alumnae, Shannon Chipman began the

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Cover Story

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Chipman and Bergland combine their artistic efforts alongside choreographers, Melissa Palumbo and Michelle

Theater once again. The Santa Cruz

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Stanton, a Santa Cruz Ballet legend, will bedazzle audiences as the mysterious Drosselmeyer. Stanton began his early training alongside Chipman in Santa Cruz and went on to dance as soloist with San Francisco Ballet and later became principal dancer at Pacific Northwest Ballet. Now Ballet Master for home to share his years of professional Guest artists include Brian Simcoe & Xuan Cheng, Principal Dancers of

for their elegant lines, precise technique

with State Street Ballet dances the role of audiences with her passion and stunning presence.

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dance alongside these accomplished professionals.

As a special treat this year, Mother Ginger will be performed by Krazy

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seen him cheer for the San Jose Earththis special opportunity to see Krazy

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Josephine Aspromonte salutes in her militia uniform.

you cheering for his team of adorable gingersnaps!

Each year there is something new to sical Ballet, enchanting choreography,

Young Nutcracker Jordan Chipman checks his lapel backstage during rehearsal.

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Community News

SV School Board Election Update T here are three full term seats up

Three are incumbents — Sue Roth, Michael Shulman and Kim Schulz — Theissen and Sue Rains (Cathie Simo-

tional and operational budgets and we must do a better job of communicating the realities community.

Sue Rains (4-yr) — Two years ago

members resigned halfway into their 4-year terms so these two seats are up for grabs with three names on the ballot — Roger L. Snyder, Gia Schwarzer and Corey Warner (Stephanie Espinola has dropped out).

Background: Measure A authorized the district to borrow $35 million in order

measure directed $33 million towards the construction of a new Scotts Valley

elementary schools.

Building plans for SVMS will hopeDecember and then the District will be able to

Sue Rains

build. The Board must

completing the middle school project on repairs at Vine Hill Elementary School this is not enough to also upgrade the elementary school and high school facilities. Many of the elementary school classrooms are so-called temporary facilities and the High School building and

needed throughout the District will not be easy.

Additional funds could come from bond to repair and upgrade schools. With -

repairs.

the District. Here are the answers of those candidates including Kim Schultz and Sue Rains. (Corey Warner did not respond.)

the necessary funding.

Michael Shulman (Incumbent, 4-yr) — The district cannot do this in the near term. Measure A bond funds are restricted to Scotts Valley Middle School reconstruction

replacement or modernization of many of its elementary school and high school facilities?

Kim Schultz (Incumbent, 4-yr) — His-

and Vine Hill issues. funds are way too

with a combination of state and local any major issues. The

will replenish state funding short term and Scotts Valley will for the middle school project.

Long term, the

Kim Schultz

the project within the -

Michael Shulman Stadium Committee is with donations.

towards retaining teachers and gradually absorbing the costs for sports, arts, music, and counseling programs. These should not rely solely on donations, which can -

the elementary and high schools. Facility mensurate with the useful life of the life we enjoy in our community. Facility funding should not compete with instruc-

The community will then be far more

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Community News

Measure D for SV and SLV SANTA CRUZ — Community support for Yes on D is growing in the San Lorenzo Valley and Scotts Valley. The campaign announced endorsements from

Santa Cruz County transportation system, -

potholes in the City of Scotts Valley and throughout the San Lorenzo Valley Measure D Key Investments Throughout County

Pathways

Aptos,

as funding that will help commuters and

who represents the San Lorenzo Valley, and parts of Scotts Valley and the

congested roads

and bicycling near schools

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reducing

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the rail corridor that reduce pollution Major Endorsements Environment and cycling: Ecology Action, Land Trust of Santa Cruz County, Santa Cruz County, Resource ConserMonterey Bay Electric Vehicle Alliance,

is in the best interest of our school district

Wildlife,

Caletti

Cycles,

Business community: Aptos Chamber of Commerce, Plantronics, Santa Cruz Area Chamber of Commerce, Santa Cruz County Business Council, Monterey Bay Economic Partnership Labor Monterey Bay Central Labor Council, United

District and the Scotts Valley City Council.

Investments for Scotts Valley and the San Lorenzo Valley Highway 17 Projects info: http://

for

Public safety, seniors, health and wellness: American Medical Response, ciation, Palo Alto Medical Foundation/ Sutter Health, Physicians Medical Group, Community Bridges, Human Care Alliance, Seniors Council, United Way of Santa Cruz County Political and interest groups: DemoFriends of the Rail & Trail, Pajaro Valley Cruz County Democratic Party, Trail Now “Measure D� page 22

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Community News

SLV Water District Board Election T here are three people running for two seats on the San Lorenzo Valley Water District Board Election. Two are incumbents, Margaret Bruce and Randall Brown, with Bill Smallman as the Smallman and Margaret Bruce responding. merging with the Lompico Water District and the lower water usage due to water conservation during the drought, how would you keep water rates from rising?” argaret Bruce — the Board will propose rate increases that meet the requirements of running the District responsibly.

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Football Coach: Louie Walters Scotts Valley 35 – San Lorenzo Valley 14

Aptos 21 – Scotts Valley 14

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Scotts Valley Performing Arts Center Progress Raising Money for First Phase of Construction

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the donation of hundreds of items from the

of construction.

Hundreds of thousands of dollars

Following this success The Guild will be holding another estate sale with the goal of raising more funds and increasing awareness

donated with the demolition of the interior of the creation of plans for the new center. Many more hundreds of thousands of dollars

Last month the SVC Theater Guild held an estate sale and opened its doors to the the site and discuss the plans with represen-

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to purchase from the estate include crystal, arts and crafts, linens, household items, Christmas decor, and many other

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Farah Galvez Theissen (4-yr) — As it was passed, Measure A raised $35 million towards the modernization of Scotts Valley Middle School, with two million safety repairs at Vine Elementary School.

Unfortunately, it seems this will not be enough

Farah Theissen

school board has done

repairs done on budget and on schedule.

In the future, the district might not be able to pass another bond measure because

Routine Restricted Maintenance Fund; and

account.

Roger Snyder (2-yr) — a bond in place to address the facility needs at the Middle School. With regards to the elementary and high school facilities, if I were elected, I

Gia Schwarzer (2-yr) — Ideas from school board members or the public can be proposed to the Superintendent for consideration

the needs of all of our facilities, understand the issues at each, and then prioritize these

funding opportunities at local, state and Sue Roth (Incumbent, 4-yr) — The

that the reconstruction of the Scotts Valley Middle School and the seismic upgrading of the elementary schools are the major priorities for our facilities program. SVUSD has submitted the necSue Roth essary plans to the State for an additional $5 million dollars should

feasibility.

Instead of defaulting to the

students, teachers, the community at large, regulatory compliance, and our education curriculum.

bonds measures to raise money for capital

Gia Schwarzer

Halloween

Roger Snyder

possible

options

how the current monies are being allocated, re-prioritizing spending (within the parameters of the restrictions on the

within the current budget, addressed

a coherent plan, we would be able to school districts to appeal to the state for donations.

The School Board welcomes ideas that apply and allowable fundraising methods

to do within current budget constraints, munity for help with another bond, if needed. We must demonstrate clear needs tional funding.

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Featured Columnist

Improving Our Community

By Bruce McPherson, County Supervisor 5th District

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depending on the license type. In any case,

includes road widening, curb, gutter and

square feet, or less than half the size of a

a safer way to get to school. I appreciate

public rights of way and neighboring hab-

Department and Caltrans in getting Safe Routes to School grants for the project.

from any municipal boundary, school, library,

Supervisors Weigh Cultivation Ordinance

generators in all but emergency situations

cussion, Santa Cruz County has the major pieces in place to regulate the cannabis industry.

production of cannabis products such as tinctures, candies, etc. are also prohibited.

In addition, the ordinance requires cul-

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to apply for a full license. As part of the their name and location, information on prior cannabis-related law enforcement and coordination with state regulators. security plans, and more. medical cannabis dispensaries, and a Measure and adapting as well.

growers who are interested in getting a that protects the interests of neighbors and mentally friendly, and transparent industry.

The proposed new ordinance must Report before becoming law. It will apply

picture of how this ordinance will impact our county, from neighborhoods to timber production. This ordinance is carefully designed to address concerns from all members of the community, and while there something that we can all feel good about.

County Credit Ratings Upgraded ith a strong local economy and sound

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zoning regulations and requires growers to

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hat is co-dependency?

What is enabling? What is this insanity? Am I the only one who feels this way?

Join Nar-Anon, world wide

offered in Santa Cruz (Fridays and Sundays) and Aptos (Wednesdays).

For meeting locations, please call our helpline at saveyoursanity@aol.com. california.org/norcal/meetings

Ongoing Events Weekdays

CASA Orientations to Become Advocates for Children

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6 p.m. Castroville Recreation Center, food? Come join us for a

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he Monterey Bay Salmon & Trout

group with the solution. Teens and adults welcome. It will be held in the Anne Hutchinson Room.

Tickets: $20 adults; $10 12-and-under.

For more information email captmikebaxter@yahoo.com or

Second Mondays

Invisible/Alienated Grandparents Support Group

Life on the Ranch: Family Living History Day

4:-5:30p.m. ed by Dr. Pat Hanson

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11am -3pm, Wilder Ranch State Park

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There or Not this will be a for sharing stories if you so choose, and learning healthy ways to deal with separation from anyone. Co-sponsored

by Alienated Grandparents Anonymous www.AGA-FL. org a national organization

friend! child who has been abused or neglected.

First Mondays: 2-3 p.m., in Watsonville Second Tuesdays: 5:30-7 p.m.

3272 in Capitola Third Wednesdays: 5:30-7 p.m. in Watsonville Overeaters Anonymous Third Thursdays: 2-3 p.m.

6:30-7:30pm Christ Lutheran Third Fridays: 12-1 p.m. in Aptos

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Mondays

Caregiver Support Group atz Cancer Center, PAMF and Hospice of Santa Cruz

plays and writings.

For more information please call

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Maternity & Surgery Center,

10 am - noon

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in Santa Cruz. The club meets

with food.

Sunday Nov. 6 Capitola Plein Air

Saturday: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., On sight painting throughout Capitola

Orientations to Become Advocates for Children 6 pm, 65 Nielson Street #121

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specialized training. Court

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Saturday Dec. 3

5:30-7:30 pm School Performing Arts Center, eatures decorated boats 250 Washburn Avenue. Exhibition parading throughout Santa activities, live music, and more.

Cruz Harbor, rain or shine.

More info at capitolapleinair.com Family-oriented festival.

Santa Cruz Sons in Retirement Monthly Meeting Tuesdays & Thursdays

demonstrations in the ranch buildings.

Parking fee of $10.

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Friday Shakespeare Club of Santa Cruz

Aptos Noon Toastmasters

Friday Nov. 4

each month and may include: butter churning, ice cream

Sundays ospice of Santa Cruz Growing Up in Santa Cruz Tuesday Nov. 15 County is offering a drop-in First Baptist Church Bible Study 4:30-7 p.m., Wargin Wines, Luncheon With Speaker grief support group for adults Karl Allmendinger 11 a.m.: Worship ois Lawson will be at Wargin 11:30 am, Severino’s 7565 Sunset Way, Aptos Wines to sell and sign copies of her member or a friend. This group Restaurant irst Baptist Church of Aptos is a place where you can share arl Allmendinger will share welcomes you to join their stories, learn tools for coping, more information.

Come just for the fun!

Sunday. who care.

Saturday Nov. 5 For more information, please salad, fries. Contact Jim for more First & Third Fridays

beginning meditators

Dated Events

236-1171 bulimia.

those caring for someone with a serious illness. ill, it can be a challenge for the entire family. In this ongoing support group, we will share stories, learn tools for coping

Drop-in Grief Support

Overeaters Anonymous

with food? Come Join

support group with the solution group with the solution. Teens and adults

Fridays

Members share group readings and insights, discuss history, and

in the next Advocate training

support to grandparents who feel alienated or estranged to Wednesdays their grandchildren.

Questions: pat@invisiblegrand Insight Meditation 12pm-1:15pm, Pacific Cultural Center 1307 Seabright Ave. Tuesdays loom of the Present Insight Business Debtors Anonymous Meditation teacher Carla 5:15-6:30pm, Calvary Episcopal Church, Parish Hall, 532 Center Brennan leads a drop-in

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child who has been abused or neglected.

people who care.

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Saturday, Nov. 12

Overeaters Anonymous

Announcements

his statewide group of

be our guest at our monthly

learn something new from a top Capitola Plein Air

Announcements Volunteers Needed for the Monterey Symphony

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he Monterey Symphony is

Arts and Entertainment

to-understand format, with

Thursdays

Lucky Steppers Modern Square Dance 6:30 pm, La Selva Beach Clubhouse, 314 Estrella Ave., La

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www.montereysymphony.org for more information.

Ongoing Events

Friendship put to music; family

Thursday Night at our new home

discussion.

2nd Saturday on the Farm

11a.m.-3p.m., Ag History Project Center at the Santa

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on the Farm for free family

For more information, contact Sue 7053 or e-mail at caller4u@att.net.

titchers-by-the-Sea, the local chapter of the Embroi-

holds regular meetings open to the public each month. No admission fees.

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Last Thursdays each month

Second Sundays Each Month

Monthly Argentine Tango at Star Downtown Santa Cruz Bene Italian/Argentine Restarante Antique Street Fair

Wednesdays

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Peninsula Banjo Band

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First Fridays each month

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First Friday Art Tour

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Contact Lee McLaughlin, about booking the band for

Vendors offer an eclectic blend of antiques and unique items.

menu), and enjoy the ambiance of through a wide assortment of Argentina and join us in a social tango dance to music from the Golden Age of Tango.

Private instruction and classes clothing, glass and ceramic by arrangement. For more

concert schedule.

he First Friday Art Tour is a Santa Cruz Institute

managed in conjunction with

and illuminates some of the most talented local artists from local galleries. in a First Friday art tour, visit

Saturday Nov. 5 Sunday Nov. 6

Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)

Santa Cruz Sea Glass and Ocean Art Festival

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Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)

food/bar.

Aries (March 21-April 20)

Saturday Nov. 12 Sunday Nov. 13 Goat Hill Fair

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meal from the Star Bene Argentine

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Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) If you start to notice other people struggling to get out of your way, it might be time to slow down!

more! You are sure to find something fun and entertaining genuine sea glass and artist-made for the whole family.

Italian/Argentene Restarante,

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seymourcenter.ucsc.edu

appearances from farm animals

Stitchers By The Sea Meetings Friendship Put to Music!

Club House, 3124 Estrella Ave.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

Second Saturdays Each Month Science Sunday does not meet

a new theme to highlight historical agriculture with games,

Second Monday each month

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Your November Horoscope

Third Sunday of Every Month

Science Sunday

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Taurus (April 21-May 21)

Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun. 10

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on the scenic grounds of the

Gemini (May 22-June 21) -

Saturday Nov. 26

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

Arrives at 12 noon on Capitola Beach

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outrigger canoe and surfboard on the shores of Capitola Beach. Be sure to bring your Christmas list

Center presents a public lecture from a marine scientist

beach chair to hear holiday wishes

month. Topics are presented in an entertaining and easy-

the children.

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Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

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Business Guide

Community News

San Mateo and Santa Cruz Counties Burn Suspension Lifted use caution while conducting hazard reduction or agriculture burns, fol-

wood or other debris is not allowed.

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and/or criminally liable for

four feet in diameter and in height. You can add to pile as it burns down.

agriculture and hazard reduction burn permits can now resume burning on permissible burn days.

CAL FIRE must inspect agriculture burns prior to burning until the end of the

their control and/or burn onto neighboring property.

Members of the public wishing to burn under a

FELTON — San Mateo and Santa Cruz Counties was lifted. CAL FIRE San Mateo-

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may be required for burns other than agriculture burns as well. This can be

reduction

permit

source nearby.

MUST

burn day prior to burning.

For more information on how you can help spare the air in Santa Cruz Air Pollution Control District at

CAL FIRE burn permits are required in unincorporated San Mateo and Santa Cruz Counties year round. While cooler tempera-

bare soil around your piles.

Residents in Santa Cruz County are

Pile Burning Requirements:

Safe hazard reduction burning of forest residue by landowners is a crucial tool in reducing fire hazards. State, Federal and Local land management and fire agencies will also be utilizing this same window of opportunity to conduct prescribed burns aimed at reducing fuel accumulations and and public lands.

For more information on burning,

material may be burned. ca.gov

Girls Volleyball Coach: Gary Redenbacher SCCAL Postseason Tournament Aptos def Scotts Valley (3-0) (25-12, 25-10, 25-14)

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Soquel def Scotts Valley (3-0) (25-18, 25-23, 25-14) Scotts Valley def Mt. Madonna (3-0) Digs; Emma Turner 4 Aces Harbor def Scotts Valley (3-1) (25-21, 23-25, 25-17, 25-23) Scotts Valley def St. Francis (3-0) (25-21, 25-18, 25-23)

Coach: Rachel Gregory Aptos def San Lorenzo Valley (3-0) Mt Madonna def San Lorenzo Valley (3-0)

Scotts Valley def Santa Cruz (3-1) (17-25, 25-17, 25-21, 25-19)

Scotts Valley def Santa Cruz (3-2) (25-16, 23-25, 23-25, 25-21, 15-8) Scotts Valley def Mt. Madonna (3-0)

Harbor def San Lorenzo Valley (3-0) Soquel def San Lorenzo Valley (3-0)

crowded and public transportation

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About Yes On D – Get Santa Cruz County Moving Measure D will fund one of the for pedestrians.

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plans in California. The measure lance response time is often lost on crowded local roadways. Measure D

TO ADVERTISE IN THE BUSINESS GUIDE SECTION

call our offices 831.688.7549

Measure D is the only option to address these issues. Funds raised

automobiles.

Many local streets and roads are in poor condition, highways are

not possible without Measure D. Measure D is the Solution to Get Cuts in federal and state funding

Scotts Valley Times / November 2016/ 23

DONNA LIND As a retired police sergeant and 48-year public servant for Scotts Valley, currently serving as Mayor, Donna Lind knows better than anyone how city government works.

Promote Responsible Economic Growth

Donna has demonstrated her commitment to the City during tough economic times. She has worked to control spending while maintaining a balanced budget and protecting City services and maintaining Scotts Valley’s unsurpassed quality of life.

Ensure a smooth leadership transition Donna Lind has the knowledge and experience needed to assist in the transition with a new City Manager and recently promoted staff.

She will continue to place emphasis on economic development to support our economy.

Advocate for Seniors

Support Public Safety Having served 40 years in the Scotts Valley Police Department, Donna will be an asset in selection and transition of a new Police Chief in light of Chief Weiss’ scheduled retirement.

As a Chamber of Commerce Ambassador, Donna Lind supports the “Shop Local” program.

Donna serves on Commissions and Committees advocating for seniors. She has demonstrated her commitment and ability to fight for protection of services for seniors.

Protect Scarce Water Sources Donna will continue the work she has done in water conservation and with local agencies on a Groundwater Sustainability Plan.

facebook.com/donna.r.lind | dlindslind@earthlnk.net

I want to thank the people of Scotts Valley for their support over the years. I have spent a lifetime serving our community and I have enjoyed every minute of it.

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“I have lived in Scotts Valley all my life and I am not a perfect man but I have had a lifetime of public service and I am ready and willing to continue to serve Scotts Valley for another four years.”