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Menifee rings in the holiday season with Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony

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Murrieta police reveal evidence of mountain lion activity Kim Harris VALLEYEDITOR@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Murrieta city officials have announced evidence of mountain lion activity have been spotted along the city’s Cole Canyon Trail system behind Placer Creek Street. see page A-5

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Santa Claus arrives to the Menifee Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony by fire engine, Dec. 10. See more photos on page A-4.

Registrar certifies election, Measure S passes in Temecula Kim Harris VALLEYEDITOR@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Linfield Village to provide retirement community Paul Bandong PBANDONG@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Linfield Christian School and Generations are partnering to provide a private gated retirement community on 14 acres of unused land on the Linfield campus. see page B-6

Voters make their way to and from the ballots at the Temeku Hills Master Association banquet room polling location in Temecula during the 2016 election, Nov. 8. The Riverside County Registrar of Voters certified the election results Tuesday, Dec. 6, and Temecula’s Measure S, which previously had been too close to call, has passed. Shane Gibson photo

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The Riverside County Registrar of Voters certified the Nov. 8 election results Tuesday, Dec. 6, and Temecula’s Measure S, which previously had been too close to call, has passed with 51 percent of voters casting their ballot in favor of the sometimes-controversial measure. The announcement means an additional $23 million a year will go into a city fund that pays for police, fire, public works, planning and a range of other services. Other services that will benefit from the tax measure include school safety patrols, traffic mitigation and youth, senior and disabled services. There are also safeguards in place to ensure the money collected is being used as intended, according to a press release issued by the city.

“Measure S includes strict accountability provisions, including annual independent financial audits, public review of expenditures, and ensures that all funds remain in Temecula and cannot be taken by Sacramento. These fiscal safeguards ensure local funds continue to be used efficiently and effectively for local needs,” the release reports. “The city was very proactive in bringing this forward, and citizens were wise to pass it,” Temecula Mayor Mike Naggar said in an emailed statement to Valley News. “The advent of AB 109 and the passage of Prop 47 two years ago, and now the passage of Prop 57, is putting criminals on the street who should be in jail. The increase in public safety costs, we knew were

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Murrieta’s New Council sees return of former councilmembers Kim Harris VALLEYEDITOR@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Murrieta City Council welcomed new Councilmember Kelly Seyarto to the dais during their Dec. 6 meeting at City Hall. Randon Lane was also sworn in for his third term as a councilmember. The city declared the results of the election and recognized outgoing Councilman Harry Ramos for his time served on the council. “Mr. Ramos has had the opportunity to serve with the council for the last four years and I wanted to one, thank you for your service on city council and probably most importantly your service to our country as a Marine,” Lane said as he highlighted some of Ramos’ accomplishments during his tenure. Ramos said he never prepares a speech but did so for his last time on council floor. “I am always amazed for all of the blessings my family and I have received,” he said. “One of the really neat aspects of this job is that the community begins to have a face. You meet so many people in different walks of life and it is truly

a blessing.” Ramos said that making the lives of residents “just a little better” was what it was always about for him. “We truly have a beautiful city. We have nice parks and you look around and there is a lot of natural beauty, but that is not what makes Murrieta beautiful. We have nice roads, beautiful schools our city is clean and a million other things I could mention. But what makes Murrieta beautiful is the community,” Ramos said. After Ramos was recognized, Seyarto and Lane took the oath of office swearing to support and defend the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of California. The two also pledged to serve the office they were elected to. Seyarto, who replaces Ramos, is no stranger to the dais. He was initially elected in 1997 and held two terms on the council for eight years, including two stints as mayor in 2001 and 2005. After that the career firefighter took time off from public office to raise his three

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Newly elected Murrieta city councilman, Kelly Seyarto. Originally elected to the city council in 1997, Seyarto served the city for nine years and as mayor three times. One of Seyarto’s main focuses for the city during his term is to stimulate Murrieta’s economic development. Shane Gibson photo

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San Jacinto City Council reorganizes following election approval Tony Ault TAULT@REEDERMEDIA.COM

The newly elected San Jacinto City Council were unexpectedly delayed for their planned swearing in at the Tuesday, Dec. 6, city council meeting when the Riverside County Registrar of Voters was late in certifying the Nov. 8 general election vote. Newly elected Councilman Russ Utz remained all smiles in anticipation of his new duties as the minutes ticked by awaiting the official consolidated regular municipal election certification. Re-elected Councilmember Andrew Kotyuk, since he was still the official mayor at 6 p.m., decided to call the meeting to order and continue with

business until the results finally came in 90 minutes later. Crystal Ruiz, re-elected to her council seat, was delayed in arriving and found the dais empty. Kotyuk with Councilmen John Gagnepain, Alonso Ledezma and Mayor Pro Tem Scott Miller, not to waste time, had adjourned to a closed meeting to discuss active litigation with the Idyllwild Fire Protection District. (See story below.) At 7:30 p.m. the County Registrar certified the vote, and the newly elected council and new City Treasurer Kaleena Richards raised their right hands to be sworn to office by Deputy City Clerk Jan Catron. After taking their seats, the new council called former Councilman Gagnepain to the front to present

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him with a plaque and new street sign, Gagnepain Street, which would be erected in the city in his honor for his interim service. Gagnepain took the council seat once occupied by Mark Bartel who moved from the city in May. Following congratulatory statements for the outgoing council, the new council reorganized naming Councilman Miller the new mayor and Ledezma mayor pro tem. Public Comment followed with a number in the audience pleading with the council to consider initiating a rent control ordinance like the one in the state limiting rent increases to seniors and low income residents in mobile home parks and apartments. The speakers were told a rent control ordinance for the city has been tabled by the council for further study and will be offered at a later date with recommendations. It was recommended by staff that the city apply for a three-year $780,000 Community Development Block Grant to help build a new library in the downtown redevelopment area. The funding, provided by the Riverside County Economic Development Agency to improve the lives of low income families and others living in depressed areas of the city and county, became available for a library grant when no service clubs or other nonprofits applied for portions of the grant. Ruiz urged the council to approve the city’s recommendation to apply for the funds since the city already owns the property in the

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Newly elected city councilmembers and city treasurer are sworn office by Deputy City Clerk Jan Catron before the Dec. 6 San Jacinto City Council meeting. From left are City Treasurer Kaleena Richards, Councilwoman Crystal Ruiz, Councilman Andrew Kotyuk and Councilman Russ Utz. Tony Ault photos

Outgoing San Jacinto City Councilman John Gagnepain receives thanks from his former councilmembers and new councilman Russ Utz for his service on the council as an interim appointed councilmember since May. Gagnepain holds a street sign made for him that will be erected on street in the city named after him. Shown here, left, are Councilwoman Crystal Ruiz, Councilman and new Mayor Scott Miller, Gagnepain, Councilman Andrew Kotyuk, new Mayor Pro Tem Alonso Ledezma and Utz.

downtown area where the library could be located. The property was purchased with another grant of $855,000. “This will help revitalize the downtown area,” Ruiz said. The council learned, if approved, the groundbreaking for the proposed 10,000 to 15,000 square foot li-

brary building would be in about two years. Once the public library building is built, Riverside County would open and operate the facility at their cost. “There still may be some other financial issues (construction) costs,” San Jacinto Development Director Sharon Paisley said.

San Jacinto staying with Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire another year Tony Ault TAULT@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire will continue to man two fire stations and paramedics in San Jacinto, following action to reinstate the county fire contract by the San Jacinto City Council Tuesday, Dec. 6. The new $3.426 million contract will be for another year. The decision took little time or discussion following a city council closed session with the city attorney that resulted in the city asking to be dismissed from ongoing litigation for the formation of a joint powers agreement for fire services with the Idyllwild Fire Protection District. The city initially began discussions with the Idyllwild Fire Department to form a fire protection partnership about a year ago, but then signed a limited one-year $3.3 million contract with Cal Fire/ Riverside County Fire resulting in litigation. “We just won’t pay for it. We are not going to fund this lawsuit,” one councilman said of the Idyllwild Fire partnership. The action basically dissolves the partnership plan, but litigation may continue. The city council, following the decision to pull out of the Idyllwild JPA, has not closed the door for finding ways to provide better, more economical fire protection in the future. The council unanimously approved approximately $30,000 from the general fund to hire a fire protection consultant to examine the options open to the city for future fire protection. One of those options could be forming

the city’s own fire department. The new one-year contract with Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire will cost the city about $50,000 more than last year according to City Manager Tim Hults. Hults and members of the council praised Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire for helping reopen the Station 78 on north San Jacinto Street in a test program with a full engine and squad company. The Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Unit Chief John R. Hawkins, who makes his home in San Jacinto’s Soboba Heights, appeared before the council thanking them for reinstating the contract. “We are honored to serve the city for this year and forever,” Hawkins said. “We are here to help.” Also, he explained to the council his decision to put the Cal Fire engine and squad at Station 78 and move the city engine company to the west end of the city. The Station 78 now has the state engine company and a squad with paramedics, providing faster emergency services in that part of the city. He said he saw the move as necessary because of the large amount of calls made by the San Jacinto firefighters and paramedic. There were 120 calls last week, Nov.28-Dec.2, with more than 5,800 emergency calls answered last year, making it the second busiest city in the entire county. The city engine company was moved to the west end station. The city now has two engines covering both sides of the city and that has improved service at no additional cost to the city, Hawkins said.

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Menifee and Perris teachers continue disputes over contract Stephanie Lai VALLEYSTAFF@REEDERMEDIA.COM

With their latest negotiations Dec. 1, Menifee teachers and Menifee Union School District have collaborated for revisions to their contracts. During an earlier negotiation meeting, teachers rallied and expressed their discontent outside of the District Education Center. With the primary aim of changing the structure of teacher salaries, Menifee Teacher Association aims to acquire equitable salaries. Although negotiations began in February, MUSD teachers have been working without a formal contract since June, when their previous one expired. The school district and MTA have not yet agreed on a final position for salary increase; they have another slated meeting for Jan. 20, reported MTA President Brenda Myers. Menifee has proposed a 2 percent raise retroactive to the 2015-2016 contract. But according to Myers, being the “lowest paid teachers in Riverside County, if we kept the 2 percent we would remain the lowest. The salary schedule of the other districts will continue to rise, and we ask for 6 percent to remain competitive.” Menifee Union claims that the MTA’s salary proposal would result in a 4.16 percent cost to the general fund increasing to 6.72 percent in 2016-2017 ongoing. Such increase would result in a budget forecast that would fail county tests for solvency. Essentially, as calculated by the mediation arbitrators, the county would not approve for such increase. “We show all of our cards as it works, to arbitration, and they look at what we can afford,” Menifee Union Public Information Officer Betti Cadmus said. To remain transparent to the community, MUSD has published multiple documents on their website such as district funding comparisons, FAQs and district statements on the negotiations to ensure all of their ‘cards’ are shown. The two parties are currently at impasse, meaning the negotiations will proceed with a thirdparty mediator under collective bargaining laws, thus the process will create set procedures for meetings. However, both parties can meet at any time without a mediator present. Perris Unified School District is also in the process of renegotiating contracts with its teachers. “We would like more collaboration and to feel like an equal partner in the district. We would like to feel like a respected and valued member,” Perris Elementary Teacher Association President Robin Jones said. In both districts, scheduling for the meetings has significantly delayed the process. Menifee documented to the parents that the impasse process may last anywhere from three to six months to complete all mediation steps. As both districts face contract disputes, they are bound to the restrictions of average daily attendance. Both the districts have low enrollment compared to the others in the region resulting in less funding from the county. Moreover, Menifee’s average class size is predicted to decrease from 28 students to one teacher in 2014, to 24 to one by 2020. Class size reductions are matched by adding nine teachers incrementally. The reduction would cost the district $3.2 million a year in general funding. As for Menifee’s installment of a new $17 million education center, the teachers association said they believe the district does have the money, but refuses to redistribute it. The capital to pay off the education center, however, comes directly from Community Facility District Administrative funds which is a one-time funding. The provision allows for training facilities and future needs if the district expands to serve students in kindergarten through 12th-grade. Regardless, 86 percent of the general funding goes directly to all employees’ salaries. “The MTA is asking that the district can make the teacher salaries more of a priority. From our position, the district can afford to give more than 2 percent. They have the money to compen-

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Menifee Union School District teachers at the corner of Holland Road and Southshore Drive rally together and display signs in an effort to raise awareness to the community and MUSD board members for new salary negotiations, Oct. 25. MUSD is one of the lowest paid districts in Riverside County despite being one of the top performing districts, according to sources close to the negotiations.

sate us with a more fair price. We want teachers to come and stay here and remain competitive,” Myers said. Moreover, Perris Elementary School Teachers face similar disputes between the Perris Elementary School District and the Perris Elementary Teacher Association. The two parties reached a tentative agreement of a 6 percent increase to the salary schedule effective July 1 as well as longevity steps of 2.5 percent after 25 years and 2.5 percent after 30 years. While more progress is made with Perris, the teachers fumed over events during negotiation. “We both agreed to take out their lawyer out of the picture. We’d take our CTA Rep out of the picture to streamline the process,” PETA President Robin Jones said. “So, on Sept. 1, the two teams got together, and they seemed to make some good progress although nothing was settled. Then there was a board meeting on Sept. 8, and at the meeting, they were presenting their unaudited actuals to be approved by the board from last year. In the front of the unaudited actual was a request for exemption from paying the 6 percent set by EdCode for teachers’ salary.” According to Jones, the district requested for $1.38 million in exemption, equating approximately 6 percent of the teachers’ salary schedules. After the school board approved the request, it was sent to the county where, to the PETA’s knowledge, no action has been taken. PETA further disagrees with

the districts’ reluctance to compromise where “That 10.25 percent raise in 10 years is less because we took furlough days; we had seven years where we didn’t have any raise because we took furlough. So if you factor all of that into it, it is more like 1.15 percent per year,” Jones said. The district reportedly also paid for a financial representative from school services, thus increasing the expenses for negotiation. Similarly to Menifee, Perris Elementary School District argued, “that they will be deficit spending, but that is true so long that they keep the money where it is,” as recorded by Jones. Fighting for salary and benefits, PETA also holds its stance of pushing for 10 days a year for absence, which according to Jones is tentatively agreed upon and retirement benefits and transfer language, giving the teachers more say in when they move and where they move. PESD has offered retirement health and welfare benefits for employees with 15 years of full-time service before retirement and an increase in life insurance coverage from $10,000 to $50,000, according to the Oct. 25 tentative agreements. As the negotiations drag on, the district and the teachers face the implications of the contract disputes. Both Menifee and Perris Elementary school districts are moving toward fair and equitable pay through the tenacity of their respective teacher associations; however, no formal agreements are contracted thus far.

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Murrieta goes to the birds with approval of backyard chicken ordinance Kim Harris VALLEYEDITOR@REEDERMEDIA.COM

The city of Murrieta approved an amendment to an ordinance allowing property owners within city limits to keep chickens on their property during its Dec. 6 meeting at City Hall. The amendments to Section 16.44.040 of the Development Code – which regulates animal keeping – “establishes standards and requirements for the keeping of chickens in the Single Family Residential zone districts, which include operations and activities that may generate potential noise, smell, dust or other nuisances.” The move came about following numerous requests from residents

requesting an amendment to the animal keeping regulations to allow chickens on single family residential lots less than the city’s current standard of a half-acre minimum lot size. Before the approval Murrieta’s animal keeping standards for chickens required a half-acre minimum lot size and is only allowed in the Estate Residential and Rural Residential zones and a maximum of 30 chickens per acre. The code also requires a 50-foot separation distance from any habitable residence for the enclosure; however, the code did not require the chickens to be contained within an enclosure. Under the amendment, chickens must be enclosed in a coop in either a rear of side yard at least 10 feet

from the rear or side yard property line. Coops will be required to have an enclosed runway in area providing protection from weather and must be kept clean and in sanitary condition and free of offensive odors. Slaughtering of any animal is and commercial keeping of chickens still prohibited in any residential zone. Roosters are not allowed and the maximum number of chickens to kept on each property is dependent on the size of the lot in which the home is established on. The amendment to the ordinance allows those living on a minimum lot size of 7,200-square-feet to a half an acre to keep four chickens. Homeowners on properties from one-half to a full acre will be allowed to keep 12 chickens and

property greater than an acre will be able to house 30 chickens under the ordinance. A public hearing on the matter was held where several people gave comments in support the move. “I think it’s very important for people to be able to have chickens who want to have chickens,” said Murrieta resident Donald Lambert. “I know people who have dogs who bark all of the time and I much prefer the chickens.” After public comments, which included a plea to drop the lot size down to 6,000-square-feet, Councilman Rick Gibbs said it had been a longtime coming and that he supported staff’s recommendation. “Government moves slowly and I would prefer to support the staff

recommendation and after a year or two when we have some empirical showing that is OK to go even lower, we could do it at that time,” Gibbs said. “I see no reason to go against staff recommendation based on the sampling they have done outside Murrieta.” After some discussion on chicken coops, lot size and other issues that could arise due to the changes, Gibbs made a motion to approve the proposed amendments, seconded by Councilman Jonathan Ingram. The motion passed unanimously. The new rules will become effective in January. The cities of Hemet and Temecula also allow backyard chickens.

Members of the Paloma Valley High School Jazz Ensemble perform a variety of Christmas songs for guests attending the annual Menifee Christmas Tree Lighting.

From left, Kayanna Cravens, 2, and her parents Kim and Bryan, enjoy the live Christmas performances during the Menifee Christmas Tree Lighting event.

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Kooper Hinton, 5, slides down an artificial snow sled run during the Menifee Christmas Tree Lighting event held at the future site of the Menifee Town Center.

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Murrieta police announce evidence of mountain lion activity A number of photos forwarded to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, including this one of a paw print, have revealed mountain lion activity in Murrieta’s Cole Canyon Trail system behind Placer Creek Street. Courtesy photo

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Murrieta city officials have announced evidence of mountain lion activity have been spotted along the city’s Cole Canyon Trail system behind Placer Creek Street. In a press release, Murrieta Police Department announced that staff for Murrieta Community Services District forwarded a “number of photographs to the state Department of Fish and Wildlife” of suspected mountain lion paw prints. The photos were forwarded Dec. 1, and state repre-

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MURRIETA from page A-1 daughters and focus on his career before deciding to run again in 2016. “I have the time and energy to give back to the community that has given so much to my family and me,” he said on the campaign trail. “In retrospect, my decision to leave the Council was a good one … but now, after a year of catching up on projects and enjoying my retirement, I am ready to re-engage in the political process.” Likewise, businessman Lane is no stranger to public service. Joining the staff of Assemblyman Kevin Jeffries in 2006, he gained valuable work experience in working with residents on local issues. He served on Murrieta’s planning commission and was elected to council in 2008, serving as mayor twice. He has remained in service to the community since his initial election. “The reality is that we are still getting things done here in the city of Murrieta,” Lane said during one community forum before the election. “We have been doing a phenomenal job. We will continue to meet with those developers. It’s a matter of having patience to do what we need to do.” Once the new council was installed the city got down to business, selecting presiding officers over several agencies including Community Services District, Fire District and the city’s Redevelopment Successor Agency. Council also selected a new mayor and mayor pro tem for the next one year term. Following Seyarto’s first motion on the dais, Councilman Rick Gibbs was named the city’s new mayor while Councilman Jonathan Ingram was named mayor pro-tem for the coming year.

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space trail system. If you encounter a mountain lion, do not run; instead, face the animal, make noise and try to look bigger by waving your arms; throw rocks or other objects. Pick up small children, and if attacked, fight back. If a mountain lion is sighted, call the Murrieta Police Department at (951) 304-2677 and relay the time of day, the group size of people during encounters, the locations and dates of encounters and any other pertinent information. It will help determine if there is a potential for human interac-

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sentatives have now confirmed the prints belong to a mountain lion. “At this time, the State Department of Fish and Wildlife does not intend to intervene. State representatives have commented that they classify the paw print photo as a sighting and that sightings are common even in daylight hours. They would like the city to continue monitoring the situation and to log any further sightings,” the city reported in the release. According to the release, the State representative commented that,” mountain lions are not likely to flee when spotted by a human - they try to stay still, crouched and camouflaged, until people leave the area.” They said not to interpret such behavior as a sign of aggression. The city will continue to monitor the situation, and on the state’s request will report back should there be any reports of mountain lions, closely watching people as they pass, following people, chas-

ing hikers or mountain bikers or crouching with tail twitching or swishing rapidly. More than half of California is mountain lion habitat. Mountain lions prefer deer, but if allowed, they may prey upon pets and livestock. The city of Murrieta would like to remind residents and visitors of the following mountain lion safety tips to protect pets and children from harm. Living in Mountain Lion Country Deer-proof your landscaping by avoiding plants that deer like to eat, trim brush to reduce hiding places and do not leave small children or pets outside and unattended. It is also recommended to install motion-sensor lighting around the house, not allowing pets outside when animals are most active – dawn, dusk and at night - and keeping pets indoors at night; even the largest domesticated dogs and cats can be prey to a mountain lion. Pet food should not be left outside at night to avoid attracting raccoons, opossums and other potential prey of a mountain lion. Mountain lions are quiet, solitary and elusive. They typically avoid people. Attacks on humans are extremely rare. Other safety tips include do not hike, bike or jog alone, avoid hiking or jogging when animals are most active – dawn, dusk and at night, do not approach a mountain lion and keep a close watch on small children when hiking or traveling about in the city’s open

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MENIFEE – Menifee’s second quarter sales tax revenues outpaced the prior year’s results, providing a key indicator of a continued strong and expanding economy. The city’s sales tax revenues from April, May and June 2016 climbed 10.6 percent overall and increased 7.6 percent excluding aberrations, when compared with the same quarter in 2015. “This substantial growth is due to new stores and restaurants opening in the city, as well as continued building and construction growth in the city,” Interim Development Director Jeff Wyman said. A newer city like Menifee depends on sales tax revenues to provide basic city services such as public safety, traffic relief and road improvements. Second quarter sales tax revenues are on target with

expected sales tax revenue projections. The city has forecast a $20 million gap in general fund revenue over the next five years, largely due to annual rising public safety costs. The $4.5 million annual loss of vehicle license fees since 2011 continues to burden the city’s ability to provide increased public safety personnel. While the sales tax revenue report is substantially good news for the city, it will not resolve the annual increase in public safety costs, which currently makes up 66 percent of the general fund budget, or replace the loss of VLF revenue, as voter-approved Measure DD will not come into effect until June 2017, per the requirements of the Board of Equalization. Overall, the consumer goods category contributed 27 percent of the city’s sales tax revenues,

and continues to outpace previous years’ results. A large increase in building and construction- related spending, along with an uptick in restaurant revenues, contributed to the double-digit sales tax revenue increase for the second quarter of 2016. Although continued lower fuel prices caused a slight dip in revenues from the fuel and services stations category, the sales tax revenue increases from the other six categories compensated for the loss. When compared with surrounding cities, the region and Southern California, Menifee’s sales tax revenue categorically outpaced the region. Menifee reported increases more than double that of Riverside County’s 3.1 percent increase and about five times Southern California’s 1.6 percent increase.

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Newly elected Mayor Neil Winter joined incumbent councilmembers Greg August and Lesa Sobek in swearing in for another term as Menifee city councilmembers at their Dec. 7 city council meeting. The two councilmembers ran unopposed in the election, with Neil Winter edging out incumbent Mayor Scott Mann by a thin margin at the polls Nov. 8. The city’s three ballot measures, including one that will increase the city’s sales tax by 1 percent, also passed. City Clerk Sarah Manwaring told council the Registrar of Voters certified the results last week. Ballot Measure DD, which implements a 1 percent sales tax on the city in order to combat funds lost from the inability to collect on vehicle license fees, and Measure EE, which imposes term limits on the mayor, passed by a large margin. Measure FF, which would extend the mayor’s term from two years to four years, passed by a smaller majority. Council, led by Councilmember August on his last night as acting Mayor Pro-Tem, voted unanimously to formally adopt measures DD, EE and FF. “We are going to make sure that we build in a great process for monitoring and utilizing the tax measure DD,” Winter said while addressing

the concerns of citizens regarding oversight of the funds. “So we are going to be working on a plan together over the next 90 days so that you will know exactly how we will use those funds.” Measures EE and FF, which affect the mayoral seat, take effect immediately and will apply to Winter, said Manwaring. Councilmembers August and Sobek returned to their seats on council after running unopposed during their elections. Councilmember August said that he could understand that it may be difficult to challenge incumbent seats due to large time and money commitments. He also said he would like to believe that citizens may already be satisfied with the current council, however. “There’s… the proposition that all things are not perfect, they are OK,” he said. “‘So, why don’t we give Greg or Lesa another term?’ And if that is the case, we have so many people to thank.” Winter took a less conventional route to his council seat, which involved standing on street corners with his wife in order to grow a solid voter base. He said that he took this approach so that his supporters would recognize his devotion to the city. “Most people who know me know I am very apolitical,” Winter said. “I am not a politician. I don’t re-

Beginning April 1, 2017, with the passage of Measure S, the City of coming in two years now allow the Temecula’s new sales tax rate will city to respond to it proactively, become 8.75 percent, of which 2 percent comes directly to the city.” instead of in a crises mode.” Sales taxes represent about half City Manager Aaron Adams agreed with Naggar’s assessment. Temecula’s operations revenue. “The passage of Measure S That category dwarfs the city’s is very significant to the city of property tax revenues, which total Temecula today and well into the about 11 percent of the nearly $70 future, truly a defining moment,” million operations budget for the Adams said. “Measure S will af- fiscal year that began July 1. City officials predict revenues ford the city the ability to enhance and maintain a high level of public will exceed expenditures by a mere safety resources for both police $270,288 in the current fiscal year. Spending is projected to surpass and fire.” Adams said that Measure S will revenues by about $700,000 the afford the city the ability to “re-in- following year. That deficit is vest these dollars into maintaining a expected to grow to about $4.3 great city through streets, parks and million by fiscal year 2020-21, acfacilities,” as well as allow the city cording to city projections. One of the measure’s more vocal to consider investment in unfunded and partially funded capital projects opponents, Paul Jacobs, a former that residents may be interested in city traffic commissioner who unsuccessfully ran for the council seeing come to fruition. “Measure S was always viewed in the past, said the measure never as an initiative to preserve and would have passed had it been enhance the high quality of life we dedicated to public safety requiring all enjoy and we intend to continue a two-thirds voter approval. The to be good fiscal stewards of this final tally showed a mere 776 votes opportunity and trust,” Adams said. between the passage or failure of “As public servants, we strive and Measure S. “A handful of Temecula residents desire to leave a community better than when we started. I believe put forth a remarkable independent, Measure S will allow this to oc- grassroots effort against a highly cur today and for future Temecula organized, extremely well-funded, thuggish campaign,” Jacobs said. leadership.” Temecula City Councilman Matt “Citizens made it a closer contest Rahn, who worked on the Measure than any other city with similar tax S subcommittee with fellow coun- measures.” Two other local cities, Menifee cilman Jeff Commerchero, said that the city faced “fundamental and Hemet also had 1 percent challenges to public safety, infra- sales tax increases on their balstructure and community services” lots. Hemet’s Measure U passed in the past year that would have with 61 percent of the vote while “diminished our accomplishments Menifee’s Measure DD was overwhelmingly approved with more and pushed us into mediocrity.” “The decision to place Measure S than 68 percent of the vote. According to Jacobs, the ballot on the ballot was done after a very rigorous and thorough analysis, language did not inform voters public outreach and discussion,” that the $23 million generated anRahn said. “We have a strong foun- nually from the tax increase goes dation on which to build the Tem- “directly into the General Fund, to ecula of tomorrow; the decision our be spent at the city’s discretion.” “The city coordinated the Mearesidents made helps preserve the city’s distinctive character, our sure S campaign by partnering quality of life and ensures a vibrant with the Chamber of Commerce and bankrolling it through Pechanfuture for decades to come.” Naggar said he will ask for an ga, CR&R, developers and other agenda item in January to “start the political and professional acquaindiscussion and process of hiring 10 tances,” he said. “The passage of more officers as soon as possible.” this tax measure is unfortunate for “We will also discuss opening the local businesses that will suffer fire station 95,” he said. “We will and the decreased employment opbegin to see how we can accelerate portunities Temeculans will face as some major road improvements, some business shifts to Murrieta and we will also begin capital im- and other nearby cities, in what provements on existing roads and economists refer to as ‘the border effect.’” facilities.” Meanwhile, leaders remain hopeCurrently, an 8 percent sales tax rate is paid by most consumers in ful that the funds raised from Meathe county. Of that amount, 4 and sure S will be enough to keep the one-quarter percent goes to the city afloat without having to drain state, 2 and one-quarter percent reserves and vows to ensure that goes to the county and one-half transparency on how the money is percent is earmarked for regional spent will be made available to all and countywide road and bridge interested parties. “I want to thank the citizens that improvements. Temecula and 24 other cities currently receive 1 saw the wisdom in this measure,” Naggar said. “To those that did not percent of the total collected. Adams said it is important to support it, we will offer our continremember that the city of Temecula ued accountability and transparsales tax rate will be lowered by a ency in all of our financial affairs. quarter of a percent Jan. 1 of the We will communicate clearly how coming year making the actual sales our funds are spent and we will tax rate 7.75 percent until Measure continue to take community input as always.” S becomes effective April 1. For more information about “This is related to the State of California expiration of the tempo- Measure S, visit www.cityoftemrary sales tax increase of 0.25 per- ecula.org/MeasureS.htm. The final, official election results cent passed by voters in 2012 under Prop 30,” Adams explained. “This and statement of votes are available change has no financial bearing on the Registrar of Voters’ website on the city of Temecula revenue. at www.voteinfo.net.

ally have anything to gain by being mayor, but the biggest reason that I ran is because I saw that we needed a change.” Winter’s victory came after former Mayor Scott Mann settled a case in the amount of $60,000 with the Enforcement Division of the California Fair Political Practices Commission for the misuse of campaign funds. The City Council followed up with a censure on the mayor, who later resigned from the position Nov. 18. Winter wanted to note during his first meeting as mayor that he already terminated his campaign committee and the bank account that was tied to it.

“We have got to do a much better job of communicating all the actions that are done in the city,” Winter said. “I want people to know about what we’re doing. I don’t want any more surprises. I want people to know that we are an open book here… We’re a great city, but I want us to be known to be the best city.” Mayor Pro Tem August also nominated Councilmember Matt Liesemeyer to succeed him as mayor pro tem for the next year. The motion was passed unanimously by council, which then included mayor-elect Winter, who took the reins in leading council.

Neil Winter was elected as the city of Menifee’s new mayor after a successful grassroots campaign. Shane Gibson photo

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600 athletes tested in 31st annual Hemet Tinsel Triathlon & 5K

It’s not surprising Santa Claus (Rick Hood) would be peeking around the Hemet Fire Department’s ladder truck at the beginning of the annual Tinsel Tri & 5K to see just who would be “naughty and nice” during the race. At the end all were found ‘nice’ for participating in the special community fundraiser for the United Way. Tony Ault photos

Tinsel Triathlon & 5K participant Stephanie Garrett couldn’t resist sitting on Santa’s lap (Rick Hood) like she did as a child during the special event Dec.10 at West Valley High School. Santa took a rest at the Tri-It Together club booth at the race. Tri-It Together based in Temecula has 500 members who enjoy and train for triathlon sports.

Hemet Mayor Bonnie Wright with the megaphone and Central County United Way President and CEO Bob Duistermars welcome and thank the participants in the 31st annual Tinsel Tri & 5K in Hemet for helping the nonprofit United Way organization and honoring fallen Police Officer Lesley Zerebny. “It is a great tribute to Officer Lesley Zerebny,” said Mayor Wright. “It’s not surprising our community would do something like this.”

It is off they go with determination and all eyes on finishing the tough 31st annual Tinsel Tri & 5K held Dec. 10 at the West Valley High School and surrounding neighborhood.

Miss Teen Hemet Jacelynn Schlieder places a “I Finished!” medal around a successful triathlete who completed all three running, biking and swimming challenges in the annual Tinsel Tri & 5K marathon Dec. 10 at West Valley High School. The event benefited the Central Valley United Way. The other San Jacinto Queen royalty helped present each of the finishers a bright red and gold ribbon and metal at the end of the event.

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Part of the fun in the annual Tinsel Tri & 5 in Hemet is the opportunity to dress up in your best Christmas costume to wear in the race. Some participants wore their costume for the whole race even jumping into the pool with it on at the final event.

It was a perfect day for athletes, young and old, to test their strength and endurance in running, biking and swimming in the 31st annual Tinsel Triathlon and 5K at West Valley High School in Hemet Sunday, Dec. 10. This year in addition for it being a fundraiser for the

Central County United Way it was a tribute to fallen Riverside County Sheriff’s Deputy and Palm Springs Police Officer Lesley Zerebny. Officer Zerebny, the mother of a fourmonth-old daughter, was killed Oct. 8 in Palm Springs following a call to a domestic disturbance Oct. 8. She attended West Valley High School in Hemet where the race was conducted.

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Murrieta Chamber announces students of the month MURRIETA – The Murrieta Chamber of Commerce recognized six high school students Nov. 17 for Student of the Month. Brandon McIntosh of Murrieta Valley High School, Sable Hunt of Springs Charter School, Lakeisha Stanford of Oak Grove Center, Tiffany Stills of Vista Murrieta High School, Colton Swingle of Murrieta Valley High School and Rebecca Barros of Murrieta Canyon Academy were honored for their dedication, leadership skills, initiative and determination. McIntosh is an outstanding scholar athlete. He is captain of the varsity basketball team, and he maintains a 4.0 GPA. McIntosh is secretary of the Black Student Union, and he is a member of the U.S. Biology Olympiad, California Scholarship Federation and Cal-HOSA, an organization for students pursuing careers in health care. McIntosh is in the medical pathway at Murrieta Mesa, and he plans to attend Baylor University where he will major in neuroscience. He plans to pursue a career as a neurologist. McIntosh is known for being a leader on campus and for his self-discipline, high moral character and humility. w w w . m y v a l l e y n e w s . c o m

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Stills is in the top 5 percent of her class. In addition to being one of three drum majors who lead Vista Murrieta’s marching band, Stills is a member of California Scholarship Federation, Mock Trial, the Do Good Things Club, the Medical Club and Habitat for Humanity. Stills is a responsible leader who has poise, grace and maturity beyond her years. Under her leadership, the marching band recently won first place in California at the Bands of America Regional Championship and 14th in the nation at the Grand Nationals. Stills hopes to attend either the University of Chicago or the University of California Los Angeles and major in political science and criminal justice. She is interested in becoming a defense attorney. Hunt grew up in an environment plagued by crime, gang activity and poverty. As a result, she developed severe anxiety which she has worked hard to manage and overcome. Hunt has shown an intellectual curiosity and perseverance when it comes to pursuing her education. In addition to being enrolled at Springs Charter School, Hunt began taking college classes when she was 16 years old. She plans to go to the University of Hawaii and study astronomy and astrophysics. Hunt hopes to pursue her passion for astronomy and someday work for NASA. Swingle is an excellent student and is ranked first in his class. Swingle maintains a 4.47 GPA, and he earned a perfect score on the ACT. While Colton has challenged himself academically by taking Advanced Placement courses in calculus, biology, chemistry and physics at the same time, he has also learned how to balance his

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academic pursuits with athletics and extra-curricular activities. He is president of Science Olympiad and team captain of the varsity tennis team. He enjoys fishing, and he volunteers in the University of California Riverside cancer research lab. Swingle has a passion for science, and his top college picks are University of California Berkeley or Stanford University. He plans to major in bio-engineering and hopes to find a cure for cancer. Stanford has overcome a difficult life. “Everybody gave up on me so I gave up on myself,” she said. Since making the decision to go to Oak Grove Center, Stanford has made incredible progress. She enjoys school and has improved

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Six months have passed since Christi Barrett became the new superintendent of the 21,000 student Hemet Unified School District and has cemented strong relationships with the school board, teachers, staff and district students. While the HUSD Board had other choices, they chose Barrett, only 41-years-age, who was working as the Val Verde School District superintendent of human resources and still working on her Ph.D. at the Claremont Colleges. Though young for being a school superintendent, she climbed through the educational ranks from teacher to superintendent

rapidly and showed great progress. It was enough for the HUSD board to make her their first choice for the position and she was hired in May and took her office in July. She admits there were challenges she faced coming to the expansive Hemet school district but tackled them well. She finds the board and school district staff and teachers very supportive in her work. “There are a lot of responsibilities but I have a great team around me. Here at Hemet Unified we have an amazing group of educators and leaders and so the support system I have here along with our board is exceptional.” HUSD continues to grow with more and more minority, nonEnglish speakers and low income students that she has focused her attention on in her first few months. She says no matter what the challenges are, the district goal is to see “100 percent attendance… 100 percent graduates… and 100 percent attain academically and be college and career ready.” Those challenges are exacerbated in the district in that an estimated 82 percent of the students in the district are in the “unduplicated count” or out of poverty, English Language Learners, foster children and/or eligible for the free lunch program. She said while the challenge is great the district under the Local Control Funding Formula receives funding to address the issues. She indicated that the district has been addressing the issues before she had arrived and is doing very well at it. She said the latest learning assessments provided by the state show a steady improvement in student achievement in mathematics, sci-

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ence and English. Barrett noted that Hemet Elementary School that has been closed and completely renovated, will soon reopen and provide its students a new English/Spanish immersion program. The dual program will teach both languages that will benefit the students in the future both socially and in employability particularly in the state. Already the district has employed a reading intervention teacher in each of the elementary schools. She said that each of the district’s schools will have specific goals they will be working on in math, reading and support systems for our students. “It is for each school site to make a decision based on the needs of their school…with the understanding that we have goal

old, she had started her own cupcake business. Barros struggled academically, and by the time she entered Murrieta Canyon’s independent study program, she was two years behind. Not only has she made up the credits she was missing, Barros is on track to graduate early in December. She plans to attend San Diego Mesa College to pursue her goal of becoming a paramedic. To learn more about the Student of the Month program, please contact founder Sally A. Myers at (951) 506-8024. To sponsor the Student of the Month program, please contact Chair Margaret D. Jones at (951) 677-4856.

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for the district that their school site goals be aligned to the established goals for the district.” She indicated she has specific expectations in the district to continue “building a collaborative environment. Building a culture of shared leadership and shared accountability. And putting forward the effort to align our systems processes that will benefit the students.” Meanwhile Barrett said the district is in the process of creating a “community outreach center” next year that will provide parents a place to come to search out resources to help their children learn and to help families in need. It coincides with the districts efforts to make student learning a collaborative effort between the district, the teachers and the parents.

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her grades. Stanford has become a leader who mentors younger students and students with special needs. Stanford is also an outstanding vocalist. Stanford said she has learned she can overcome adversity by staying focused on her goals and dreams and by making wise choices for herself. Her goal is to become a chef. Barros has a heart of gold, and she loves to volunteer. Barros is a member of Murrieta Canyon’s leadership group, and she oversees 30 student volunteers at the Vineyard Place, a facility for people with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Barros spent time modeling and acting in commercials when she was younger, and by the time she was 12 years

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The Murrieta Chamber of Commerce honors six high school students Nov. 17 for Student of the Month. Shown sitting left to right are: Brandon McIntosh (Murrieta Valley High School), Sable Hunt (Springs Charter School), Lakeisha Stanford (Oak Grove), Tiffany Stills (Vista Murrieta High School), Rebecca Barros (Murrieta Canyon Academy), and Colton Swingle (Murrieta Valley High School). Shown standing from left to right are: Pat Kelley, Murrieta Valley Unified School District Superintendent; Margaret Jones, Student of the Month Chair; Randon Lane, Murrieta Mayor and Patrick Ellis Murrieta Chamber of Commerce CEO. Courtesy photo

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HEMET – A third grade student from Harmony Elementary School won second place in the 2nd-3rd grade category in the Valley Newssponsored “Salute to Our Military” essay contest. Makayla Votaw and her family read about the essay contest from Cari Boulton, Makayla’s teacher. The contest rules gave participants a choice of topics for their essay. Students could choose to answer “Why I’m proud to be an American” or “What makes America Great?” Makayla chose to elaborate why she was proud to be an American. In her essay, Makayla discussed her favorite things about being an American. She wrote about the freedom Americans have in comparison to other countries and the right to choose the life we live and the places we go. Makayla said she put a lot of work into her essay. While writing, she would look information up online and even ask for people’s opinions and feedback. Her younger sister, Mya, entered into the contest as well but was not named a top contender. Makayla and Mya’s parents encouraged their daughters to enter the essay contest in order to teach them a valuable lesson, and both of the girls are excited to enter more writing competitions. Makayla was able to read her essay in front of a crowd at the awards ceremony during the “Salute to Our Military” weekend. In addition, she was awarded a variety of prizes. Makayla said she was very happy and proud to be a part of the celebration.

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Perris Union High School District kicks off solar power purchase agreement following success of comprehensive Proposition 39 project PERRIS – While the rush is on for K-12 school districts to complete California Proposition 39 energy efficiency projects, Perris Union High School District is in the enviable position of having already finished $2 million in energy upgrades at zero cost by qualifying for $1.98 million in Proposition 39 funds and over $37,000 in utility rebates. OpTerra Energy Services helped plan the upgrades, assist the district in qualifying for funding and implement the new equipment. The school district is now saving the equivalent of enough energy to power 52 local homes. Based on this successful partnership, PUHSD approved a 4 megawatt solar power

purchase agreement with OpTerra at the school district’s Board of Trustees meeting Aug. 17, saving the district $9.7 million over the next 20 years. Over the past year, comprehensive energy efficiency and lighting upgrades were installed at all six schools, charter school and the district office, which will result in utility savings of approximately $157,000 annually. The project included mechanical unit replacements, retrofitting over 1,800 interior and exterior lighting fixtures with energy efficient LED technology, transformer replacements and installing a pool pump variable frequency drive and new

pool cover at Perris High School. Combined, these upgrades will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, saving 780,460 kilowatt-hours of electricity and 390 therms of natural gas annually. “We applaud Perris Union High School District for being proactive about their long-term energy vision,” OpTerra CEO John Mahoney said. “They’re setting a strong leadership example by recognizing the cost of energy and being smart about prioritizing energy reduction activities ahead of energy production ones.” The school district was able to maximize Proposition 39 funding to fully cover the costs of their energy

upgrade project and with efficiency measures in place first, the District won’t be wasting time or financial resources on producing renewable energy for inefficient equipment. “We are proud to have completed this project so quickly, with a focus on linking energy performance to STEM learning,” Superintendent Grant Bennett said. “OpTerra’s highly refined processes expedited our energy efficiency program while still prioritizing the educational tie-ins we can make for students and the community. As we start our solar PPA, we expect that their expertise will continue to save us time and money, guiding our decisions and enabling us to focus on

our students.” PUHSD is looking forward to starting the next phase of their accomplished energy work with the kick-off of solar construction early this winter. In order to start off with community engagement from the onset of the project, the district is committed to ensuring open communication on all aspects of the technical work. The first community outreach informational meeting was held Oct. 5 at Heritage High School to engage the community around the developing plan. The meeting was held with successful input from the school community and staff, including residents and stakeholders around the district.

Riverside County Superintendent of Schools appointment process The Riverside County Board of Education is seeking qualified candidates who may have an interest in an appointment to serve as the Riverside County Superintendent of Schools through Jan. 7, 2019. The appointee will fill the vacancy created by the resignation of the current county superintendent of schools, effective Jan. 5, 2017. The Riverside County Superintendent of Schools is responsible for the statutory and other lawful duties of the office, including but not limited to, the following: (a) Superintend the schools of his or her county. (b) Maintain responsibility for the fiscal oversight of each school district in his or her county pursuant to the authority granted by this code. (c) Visit and examine each school

in his or her county at reasonable intervals to observe its operation and to learn of its problems. He or she annually may present a report of the state of the schools in his or her county, and of his or her office, including, but not limited to, his or her observations while visiting the schools, to the board of education and the board of supervisors of his or her county. Additional information regarding the duties of the Superintendent may be found in Board Policy Numbers 2000-2240 (www. rcoe.us/riverside-county-boardof-education/board-policies/series-2000/). All potential candidates must possess the following qualifications: Be a registered voter and resident of Riverside County at the time of

appointment per California Government Code Section 24001. Possess appropriate credentials per California Education Code Sections 1205-1208. Submit a letter of interest and résumé. Candidate must be available to take office Feb. 1, 2017, and fulfill the remainder of the term through Jan. 7, 2019. Salary and compensation is negotiable and will be determined by the Board. Interested applicants must submit a letter of interest and résumé to Riverside County Office of Education, Personnel Services Office, 3958 12th Street, Riverside, CA 92502. Application materials may also be electronically submitted by sending a letter of interest and résumé to Steve Hovey, shovey@rcoe.us. All application

materials must be received by Dec. 29, 2016, at 5 p.m. The Board has established the following anticipated selection and appointment process and timeline (all meetings will be conducted in open session): Nov. 22, 2016, 4 p.m., (Riverside) – Special Meeting – Receive Public Input on the Appointment of the Riverside County Superintendent of Schools. Dec. 7, 2016, 4 p.m., (Indio) – Regular Meeting – Receive Public Input on the Appointment of the Riverside County Superintendent of Schools. Jan. 4, 2017, 4 p.m., (Riverside) – Regular Meeting – Appointment of the Riverside County Superintendent of Schools. Jan. 11, 2017, 4:30 p.m. (Riverside) – Special Meeting – Ap-

pointment of the Riverside County Superintendent of Schools. The Board, however, reserves the right to modify the process and timeline. Board meetings in Riverside will be held at the Riverside County Office of Education (3939 13th Street, Riverside, CA 92502), while the Dec. 7 meeting in Indio will be held at the Riverside County Office of Education, 47-336 Oasis St. Indio, CA 92201-6946. Riverside County residents who are interested in submitting their input to the Board on the qualifications for the appointed county superintendent can attend the meeting in Riverside Nov. 22, 2016, or in Indio Dec. 7, 2016. Alternatively, input from the public can be submitted to Riverside County Office of Education, Personnel Services, at shovey@rcoe.us.

Temecula Valley Educators Association and Temecula Valley Unified School District honor local heroes, and alumni who are giving back to the Temecula school district giving back in serving the students of the district from where they graduated. “We are approaching a generational cycle of our most senior alumni having graduated 30 years ago,” Kingsberg said. “It is ap-

Local teachers and alumni are honored by the Temecula Valley Educators Association and the Temecula Valley Unified School District for giving back to their community. Courtesy photo

TEMECULA – Temecula Valley Educators Association initiated a project to collaborate with the Temecula Valley Unified School District in recognizing nearly 100 district graduates who have become teachers themselves in TVUSD. This special group of TVUSD alumni was honored before the TVUSD governing board meeting on Nov. 15 at the district conference center. Speaking at the event were TVEA President Jeff Kingsberg, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Raymond Johnson,

TVUSD alumnus from the first Temecula Valley High School graduating class of 1988 Michelle Truax and Superintendent Timothy Ritter. Every returning educator received a certificate acknowledging their status as a former graduate of the district and thanks from school board members and superintendents for their commitment to the local education community. In addition, two TVUSD principals and a school board member-elect were honored.

For Truax, the 2015-16 TVUSD Elementary Teacher of the Year, the ceremony was an opportunity to share her thanks for the exceptional public school education she received growing up locally. “Temecula is a special place, and that’s why I chose to bring my kids up here and become a teacher,” she explained. The event provided an opportunity to reminisce with old friends and to make new ones. Kingsberg explained that their chapter’s goal is to recognize those who are “paying it forward” by

LEUSD announces midyear administrative appointments LAKE ELSINORE – The Governing Board has approved four midyear administrative appointments effective on Nov. 28. The rationale is to support schools in meeting district and site goals under our Local Control Accountability Plan. The LCAP addresses eight state priority areas for reducing the achievement gap, or historic underperformance, by targeting resources to help foster youth, disadvantaged students and English learners. The appointments were approved Nov. 10. Nick Powers, principal of Lakeland Village School, has been appointed principal of Canyon Lake Middle School. Powers has gained a wealth of knowledge serving as the K-8 principal at LEUSD’s Lakeland Village School for the past four and a half years. Mr. Powers previously served as an intermediate school assistant principal with the Corona Norco Unified School District. Dr. Preston Perez, principal of Canyon Lake Middle School, has been appointed principal of Lakeland Village School. Perez has pre-

viously served as an elementary and middle school principal with the district. Having both elementary and middle school principal experience positions, Perez will serve Lakeland Village School at a critical time in supporting LCAP strategies across a K-8 grade span. Gessy Watkins, principal of Machado Elementary School, has been appointed assistant principal of Earl Warren Elementary School. Watkins brings a wealth of experience to support Earl Warren Elementary School. She has previously served LEUSD as a principal, assistant principal, teacher on special assignment and teacher. Her classroom and administrative experience will be a tremendous resource and support to Earl Warren Elementary School, one of LEUSD’s largest schools with 902 pupils. Dr. Sandra Valles-Metzger, assistant principal of Earl Warren Elementary School, will serve as interim principal of Machado Elementary School. Valles-Metzger has an advanced degree in instructional leadership and has served as

an assistant principal in the district since July 2014. In addition to her elementary and middle school teaching experience, her bilingual skills will provide a strong support to the Machado English learner community. The Lake Elsinore Unified School District covers more than 144 square miles and serves TK12 students from the cities of Lake Elsinore, Canyon Lake and Wildomar, plus several unincorporated Riverside County communities, including Lakeland Village and Horsethief Canyon. The district serves over 21,000 students and operates 23 different schools, along with alternative education and online programs. LEUSD offers a dual immersion program at the elementary level, and the rigorous International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme at Temescal Canyon High School, a fully certified IB World School. The district’s mission of preparing students for college and career success is evident every day at every school.

propriate we identify and honor this set of community leaders who will drive our schools forward for the next 15 to 30 years. They will continue to create their own legacy in the Temecula Valley.”

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HS Football: Rancho Christian beats Franklin 56-21, moves on to Championship game

Captains Brent Owens (57), Nicholas Alvarez (34) and Carter Treadway (11) helped lead the Rancho Christian Eagles to the State Finals.

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Eagles place kicker, Emma Baker, drilled a 35-yard field goal against Franklin High School Friday, Dec. 9.

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the CIF Southern Section Division 13 title under third-year Coach Jim Kunau. With their most recent win, a 56-21 victory over Los Angeles Franklin in a CIF Football Regional 6AA Championship Bowl Game at Franklin High Friday, Dec. 9, the Eagles (13-2) again proved that size doesn’t matter. Franklin, who has an enrollment of 1,300 students were the City Section Division III champion, but were just another victim of the Eagles in this insurmountable postseason run of theirs. Junior running backs, Jaden Schieberl and Elijah Campbell, were unstoppable teaming up for more than 300 rushing yards on the night, with 5 touchdowns between the two. Schieberl ran 17 times for 174 yards with 2 TDs and Campbell pounded the ground for 117 yards on 11 carries with 3 TDs. Both also had runs of 50 or more yards on the night. Jojo Saatzer was Carter Tread-

To say that the high school football season is still going for one of our local teams is more than just cool, it’s downright awesome! With just one week left in the first half of the school year, before holiday break, Temecula’s Rancho Christian football team has one more grid-iron fight on their hands. Though we know that Mark Twain coined the phrase, “It’s not the size of the dog in the fight, it’s the size of the fight in the dog,” there is no denying the size of the fight in the dog when you think of the dogs, or shall we say Eagles, who have had to fight through a tough postseason schedule. Despite having only 215 students, Rancho Christian has beat it’s fair share of teams all season from schools that sometimes house a population more than 10 times its size and they did so on their way to recently winning

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Junior running back Jaden Schieberl ran 17 times for 174 yards with 2 TDs in the State Bowl Game Friday, Dec. 9.

Carter Treadway (11) and the Eagles offense will play in the State Final game Saturday, Dec. 17, at Murrieta Mesa High School.

way’s favorite target in the game as the junior quarterback hit his sophomore receiver three times for 59 yards and a TD pass. Trevor Jones was also a good target for Treadway (7-11, 114 yards passing, 2 TDs) as he hauled in two passes for 33 yards and a score as well. Emma Baker was exceptional with the boot, drilling a 35-yard field goal in the game and Elijah Campbell on defense spelled trouble for the

Panthers with his 12 total tackles and a QB sack. Hunter Rapolla, Brent Owens and Nicholas Alvarez also made their way through the Franklin offensive line, sacking the Panthers QB Mario Bobadilla four other times throughout the game. Rancho Christian not only won their programs first ever CIF title just two weeks ago, but are now one of the State of California’s top football teams from our area as

they prepare to face Sutter Creek’s Amador Buffaloes (15-1) Saturday, Dec. 17, at 6 p.m. The game will be a home game for the Rancho Christian Eagles, but will be played at Murrieta Mesa High School in order to facilitate the large crowds and television crews. This game is a part of the 2016 CIF State Football Championship Bowl Games for the Division 6-AA tournament.

HS Boys Water Polo: All-Southwestern League teams announced, Vista Murrieta’s Tommy Lotero named MVP JP Raineri SPORTS@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Twenty Southwestern League water polo student athletes have been selected to represent the areas local high schools as First and Second Team honorees. Vista Murrieta’s Tommy Lotero was named MVP. The 6’4, senior goalkeeper is a 2015 Div 3 AllCIF selection and continued his dominance this year by helping Vista Murrieta reach a 6-2 league and 20-10 overall record. First Team: Tommy Lotero - Vista Murrieta (MVP), Landon Evans - Vista Murrieta, Garret Silvers - Temecula Valley, Brendan Jensen - Great Oak, Zane Bentley - Murrieta Mesa, Cameron Bentley - Murrieta Mesa, Tanner Sprague - Chaparral, Casey Lynton - Murrieta Valley, Hunter Rameakers - Murrieta Valley, Nick

Vista Murrieta’s Tommy Lotero, a First team All-Southwestern League honoree, was named MVP for the 2016 boys’ water polo season. Courtesy photo

Rogers - Murrieta Valley. Second Team: Ben Caputi - Vista Murrieta, Dustin Waltmemeyer - Vista Murrieta, David Mainayar - Great Oak, Adam Pearce - Great Oak, Noah

Cicciarelli - Murrieta Mesa, Nathan Lavigne - Murrieta Mesa, Jarrett Ollier - Chaparral, William Barnes - Murrieta Valley, Eric Schuliniger - Murrieta Valley, Carson Paiva Murrieta Valley.

Former Tiger, Andrea Pohlman, earns All-Ohio Athletic Conference honors in women’s soccer JP Raineri SPORTS@REEDERMEDIA.COM

WESTERVILLE, OH – Former Elsinore soccer standout Andrea Pohlman was one of six Otterbein Cardinal players to earn a spot on the 2016 All-Ohio Athletic Conference team in women’s soccer. The six players selected for Otterbein was the third-most in the league behind Ohio Northern (8) and Capital (7). Overall, 36 total players spanning nine different teams were recognized across the first team, second team or honorable mention squad. Pohlman was stellar in goal all season long for the Cards in her first year as a starter, placing first among OAC goalkeepers in shutouts (9), while also ranking second in goals against (16) and goalsagainst average (0.86). She also finished fourth in the conference in save percentage (.807), stopping 67 shots in 18 games. As a team, Otterbein compiled a 10-6-2 overall record and 5-3-1 mark in OAC play to finish fourth

Andrea Pohlman, a former Elsinore soccer standout, earned a spot on Courtesy photo the 2016 All-Ohio Athletic Conference team.

in the conference. The Cardinals’ marquee win this season came in a 2-0 shutout of No. 21-ranked Ohio Northern Oct. 4. Article contributions made

by Jeremy Morgan who can be reached by email at jeremy.morgan@otterbein.edu.

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Former Puma place kicker, John Baron, named to all-MWC first team

Former Chaparral Puma, John Baron II, is the first San Diego State kicker on a Mountain West first team in league history and just the third in program history. Courtesy photo

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San Diego State University placekicker John Baron II was given a berth on the Mountain West Conference first team. “It’s nice to know I got recognized like that,” said Baron, a 2014 Chaparral High School graduate who has college sophomore status.

“That’s great,” said San Diego State head coach Rocky Long. “I think it was an honor well deserved. I think he’s been the most consistent kicker in the league.” Baron made 17 of 19 field goal attempts and 49 of 51 extra point attempts during the Aztecs’ 12 regularseason games. His 100 points ranked him 13th among all National Collegiate Athletic Association Football

Bowl Subdivision kickers and his .895 field goal percentage ranked him 22nd nationally. Baron kicked off 81 times during the regular season, and those kicks traveled 5,056 yards for an average of 62.4 yards per kickoff. Twenty-five of Baron’s kickoffs were touchbacks. The Nov. 29 all-conference selection was the third honor of the season for Baron, who was also named the MWC’s Special Teams Player of the Week for the games ending Oct. 29 and was named a Lou Groza Award Star of the Week for the games ending Nov. 12. “This one’s definitely the best,” Baron said of his all-conference selection. “This one definitely means the most.” The MWC Special Teams Player of the Week recognition was for Baron’s performance during the Aztecs’ 40-13 victory Oct. 28 at Utah State. “It was the first award that I ever got, and I guess it motivated me to do well every week,” Baron said. The award also made Baron one of three Aztecs be the MWC Special Teams Player of the Week in 2016; kick returner Rashaad Penny and punter Tanner Blain also achieved

such recognition. Baron kicked field goals of 21, 41, 43, and 23 yards despite rainy conditions, converted all four of his extra point attempts, and kicked off eight times for 508 yards for an average of 63.5 yards with two touchbacks and an average opponent starting field position on the 20.3-yard-line. Baron’s four field goals and 16 kicking points both tied single-game school records. The Palm Beach County Sports Commission recognizes the top three Football Bowl Subdivision kickers each week for the Lou Groza Award Star of the Week distinction. During San Diego State’s 46-16 win Nov. 12 at Nevada nine Baron kickoffs traveled 540 yards for a 60.0yard average and six touchbacks, he made his 28-yard and 31-yard field goal attempts and he kicked four conversion points. “That was really cool. That was a big-time thing for me. I thought that was awesome,” Baron said. Earlier in November the Palm Beach County Sports Commission named Baron a semifinalist for the Lou Groza Collegiate Place-Kicker Award, making Baron the first SDSU semifinalist since 2003. Long noted that Baron has not

only made field goals from long distances but has also been successful on attempts in critical game situations. Donny Hageman was the Aztecs’ placekicker in 2014 and last year, so Baron did not see action in a collegiate game until the Aztecs opened their 2016 season Sept. 3 at home against New Hampshire. “Going into it I knew this was going to be a big year for me,” Baron said. “I still feel like I have a lot to prove to my coaches and my team and myself.” Last year’s MWC first team placekicker was current Boise State senior Tyler Rausa, who graduated from Vista Murrieta High School in 2012. Baron did kickoffs only when he and Rausa played against each other in high school. Baron is the first San Diego State placekicker to be a conference firstteam selection since 1985, when the Aztecs were in the Western Athletic Conference, and only the third placekicker in school history to earn allconference first team recognition. “I’m really happy to represent my team well like that,” Baron said. “Kicking good means you’re helping your team.”

Sports around the valley…

0:00 VALLEY SPORTS SCORES HS Boys’ Basketball Coast News Classic Dec. 9 Temecula Valley - 73 La Costa Canyon - 58. TVHS: Denham 23, Mitchell 14, O’Campo 14, Holmes 8, Parenti 5, N. Jacobsen 4, Barnes 3, Navarro 2. Highlights: Bryce Denham had 10 rebounds and was named tournament MVP. Shaun Mitchell was named to the all tournament team. Nighthawk Classic Dec. 9 La Sierra - 62 Elsinore - 59 EHS: Navarrete 13, Lepps 20, Smith 3, Fabela 12, Reyes 8, Payne 3 Dec. 9 Beaumont - 61 Murrieta Valley - 52 MVHS: Iannuzzi 14, Lynton 14, Lopez 8, Montion 4, Rivas 5, White 4, Armbruster 2, Schroeder 1

Dec. 12

Murrieta Mesa (4-2) - 41 Ramona (1-5) - 22

HS Boys’ Soccer Dec. 9

Ramona (3-4-1) - 3 Heritage (3-6) - 0

Dec. 9 Linfield Christian (6-1) - 3 Escondido Charter (0-3) - 2 Goals: Cassaro (LC) - 3 Saves: Kostecka (LC) - 4 Dec. 9 Chaparral (2-2-1) - 2 Riverside Poly (2-3-1) - 0 Goals: Eisenberg, Landeros Saves: Clayton HS Girls’ Soccer Dec. 9

Cathedral City (6-4-1) – 1 San Jacinto (4-2-1) – 0

Dec. 9 Rancho Verde - 46 Great Oak - 34 GOHS: Hickey 6, Stevenson 7, Ross 7

Dec. 9

Tri-City Christian (2-5-1) – 0 Linfield Christian (3-4) – 8

Dec. 9 Murrieta Mesa - 52 Norco - 50 MMHS: Williams 10, Sanders 5, Rough 13, McIntosh 17, Wright 4, Grippo 5, Fortune 6

Dec. 9

Hamilton (1-3) – 0 Maranatha Christian (3-3) – 7

HS Girls’ Water Polo

Rancho Mirage Tournament Dec. 9 Paloma Valley - 51 Xavier Prep - 36 PVHS: Seebers 5, Ellis 3, Valoso 2, Contreras 15, Moore 2, Dunlap 12, Andrews 2, Young 10 Dec. 9 Vista Murrieta - 64 Palo Verde - 22 VMHS: Carongcong 5, Alton 11, Ridley 2, Clark 11, Gidrey 3, Slaughter 5, B. Newble 6, Duran 4, Hadweh 3, J. Newble 3, Sargent 4, Gaines 2 Dec. 9 Temescal Canyon - 64 Calexico - 46 TCHS: Sapp 17, Rathgaber 11, Martinez 8, Oropeza 8, Romero 4, Tupper 3, Robinson 2, Badillo 2 HS Girls’ Basketball Dec. 2

Valley View (9-0) - 41 Great Oak (3-1) - 36

Dec. 6 Linfield (1-4) - 34 Fallbrook (1-2) - 2 LCHS: Moran - 14, Lawler - 7, Cope - 5 Dec. 8 Hemet (2-3) - 50 Paloma Valley (3-1) - 23 HHS: No Maxpreps stats entered PVHS: Smith - 7, Weber - 4, Louis - 3

Brooke Padgett (32) scoring 2 of her team high 11 points in a recent tournament championship game against Valley View. Courtesy photo

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Murrieta Valley’s Kyle Schroeder (22) goes up for two of his ten points against Corona Santiago David Canales photo last week.

Dec. 9 Vista Murrieta (5-2) – 16 Flintridge Sacred Heart (2-3) – 3 Multiple goals: Rack (VM) 7, Peterson (VM) 6, Van Buren (VM) 3 Saves: Geddes (VM) 11. Dec. 9 Brea Olinda (3-4) – 7 Vista Murrieta (5-2) – 16 Multiple goals Van Buren (VM) 7, Rack (VM) 5, Peterson (VM) 3 Saves: Geddes (VM) 8. Dec. 9 Fountain Valley (0-3) – 6 Lakeside (5-4) – 12 Multiple goals: Re. Hart (L) 6, Ri. Hart (L) 3 Saves: De La Pena (L) 13. Dec. 9 Valley View (3-1) – 7 Great Oak (6-2) – 8 Multiple goals: Edsail (GO) 6 Saves: Henning (GO) – 7 Dec. 9 Great Oak (6-2) – 14 Hemet (4-4) – 4 Multiple goals: Towery (GO) 3, Sanchez (GO) 3 Saves: Henning (GO) 7 Dec. 9

Murrieta Mesa (5-3) – 9 Beaumont (5-3) – 7

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Great Oak’s Amanda Constant (15) earned All Scott Padgett photo Tournament honors last week. Linfield sits on top of the standings with a 6-1 record after beating Escondido Charter 3-2 Friday, Dec. 9.

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Linfield Village to provide gated retirement community in Temecula

This view shows a combination of cottage residences and apartment residences. Courtesy photos

The site plan shows the proposed layout of the Linfield Village.

Paul Bandong PBANDONG@REEDERMEDIA.COM Linfield Christian School and Generations are partnering to provide a private gated retirement community on 14 acres of unused land on the Linfield campus. It is part of Linfield’s planned development overlay district and will be accessed via Rancho Vista

raised gardens, a variety of walking paths, courtyards and recreational venues. The community will also have its own medical clinic as well as underground parking. “Culturally, there is a loss of valuing seniors,” Drake Charles, president of Linfield Christian Schools, said. “There is less and less engagement and transfer of wisdom and experi-

Road. Linfield Village is a unique senior project, for independent living, assisted living and memory care that will consist of 312 apartment homes, a full-service health club with pool, a bistro-style coffee shop and restaurant, a chapel, a 250-seat performing arts theatre, a music room, an art studio, an 18-hole putting golf course,

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ence. That’s one of the reasons I am excited about this project. Generations will be a good neighbor with a synergistic relationship.” The design includes several choices of residences across the spectrum of care, studio, one and two bedroom apartments, penthouses and cottagestyle homes for independent living; studio and one and two bedroom apartments for assisted living; and friendship and private apartments for memory care. The homes will be available on a monthly rental basis with no buy-in fee. “This is a project that is profoundly good for the community and for the mission of Linfield Christian School,” Charles said. Linfield moved from Los Angeles onto 105 acres in the middle of Temecula in 1972. Originally students traveled by school bus to Temecula and lived in dorms during the week and were able to enjoy fishing and riding horses. The school has transitioned into a pre-K-12, Christcentered college preparatory school serving under 1,000 students. “It is more land than what we need to provide a Christ-centered education for our students,” Charles said. “We can’t continue to warehouse the land.” Over the past 10 years, Linfield has invested millions of dollars to upgrade its infrastructure and facilities for the high school and the middle school. They went through a tough four years with lower enrollment and continuing debt service on those improvements. “We need to increase compensation to attract and keep good faculty in order to provide the level of quality education that attracts college-prep enrollment,” Charles said. “We need to increase cash flow and decrease debt. We asked ourselves ‘How do we create a sustainable operation that advances our mission?’ We’ve been exploring this option now for two years, and this is good for Linfield and good for the community.” Generations is a leader on the West Coast in senior-housing development with over seventy years experience in designing, building and managing senior housing. It is a family-owned and operated business with five campus-style communities: Cherry Wood Village in Portland, Oregon; Town Center Village in Happy Valley, Oregon; Wheatland Village in Walla Walla, Washington; Fairfield Village in Layton, Utah; and Paradise Village in San Diego, California. “We do our projects as partnerships,” Chip Gabriel, CEO of Generations, said. Paradise Village in National City near San Diego is a partnership with Paradise Valley Hospital. “Eighty percent of the people who live in our Villages come from within the community, usually 10 to 20 miles in the surrounding area. Others move to be near an adult child,” Gabriel said. “We create synergies and a lifestyle with amenities.” Generations communities are

month-to-month rentals with no long-term leases or buy-in fees. The monthly rent includes most utilities, scheduled transportation, meal program options as well as access to social, spiritual, wellness, recreational and continuing education opportunities. There is a chaplain in each of their communities. In addition to active adult lifestyles, the communities offer assisted living, skilled nursing, rehabilitation and therapy clinics. The Temecula location will also offer memory care for individuals with memory loss, Alzheimer’s and dementia. “We are not just building facilities, but communities,” architect Aaron Walker said. “We are building a senior living resort while being sensitive to surrounding uses.” Walker went on to say that Rancho Vista Road in front of the development will be widened to four lanes, and they may restrict ingress and egress traffic during school commute times. The project’s current plan will start out lower than the natural grade, and the tallest two-story building at 65 feet will be at least seventy yards away from houses in order to preserve some of the sight line for views. There will be outdoor lighting for safety and security. There will be no new taxes or assessments for the project, and all taxes will be retained locally. Linfield Village will provide one hundred new jobs. Linfield Christian Schools and Generations have held two community meetings, one in June and one recently in November. The neighborhood concerns were centered on traffic, views, impact on property values and taxes, water access and usage. In response to community concerns, Generations is currently redesigning parts of the project, including view sight lines. “We want to be good neighbors, since we will be living together for many years to come,” Gabriel said. In the current plan, the closest single family home is approximately 171 feet from the two-story Memory Care Wing and 223 feet from the fourstory portion of the building facing Rancho Vista Road. “We are currently exploring alternatives to move part of the fourth story further back from Rancho Vista putting it about 340 feet from the nearest single family home,” Walker said. “For 30 years now, Linfield has been the most wonderful neighbor!” one resident said at the first community meeting. City engineers and planning department have been involved in the project since the beginning, and many of the approval steps have been completed. Generations expects to break ground in the first quarter of 2017 with construction planned to take two and a half years.

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Winter weather means something different to us all Kim Harris VALLEYEDITOR@REEDERMEDIA.COM

As a self-proclaimed weather junkie, I like to look at various websites and see what’s going on in the world of weather. This past week, there was a massive storm dumping some much-needed rain in the northern part of the state. High amounts of precipitation are expected in areas like the Sierra Nevada Mountains which should help at least a little bit with the drought. I’m also watching the weather in the Midwest. Since most of my family still resides there, I like to be able to make fun of them when they are in below zero wind chills, and it’s nice and sunny here, pushing

70-plus degrees. Lately that little stunt has been backfiring since the weather in Murrieta has been a bit on the chilly side the past week or so. As a matter of fact, I am cold – all the time. I think in my old-age my blood has thinned out a bit. I can’t seem to remember a time when I complained about 60-degree weather while bundled up in a sweatshirt, shivering and sucking down as much hot coffee as I possibly can. I have a short memory so it was probably about this same time last year. Since I’m so cold, I refrained from making fun of my family when they were hit with a snowstorm Sunday complete with about a foot of snow and a daytime high

of 11 degrees Fahrenheit. I felt sorry for them and thought I could relate to what they were going through – until my mother posted a photo on her Facebook page of the snow piling up outside their sliding glass door when she went to put their dog, Bear, out. Of course, it’s still warmer here with highs in the low to mid-60s. I bet they wouldn’t complain as much as I have the past couple of days. My dad continues to putter around in the garage and at his “project house,” even as the dreaded white stuff falls from the sky. My younger sister took to the road in the snowstorm. She still drove to Minneapolis to baby-sit for her young granddaughter as

planned, although the drive took her just over three hours instead of the normal two in the storm. Growing up in west central Minnesota, I know for a fact, the farmers still fed the cows, and in a scene reminiscent of Ralphie and his younger brother Randy from “A Christmas Story,” the children bundled up to play outside in the snow. Those Midwesterners sure are a hardy bunch. When I lived at home, I probably would have done the same, but not anymore. Now I flip on the fireplace at the house and stay inside, usually attempting to accomplish some of my chores that I always procrastinate on - like putting up the Christmas tree – until the sun begins

to go down and the temperatures head south. As I sat writing this week’s editorial in front of the fireplace with the Christmas tree lit, Bing Crosby playing in the background and a houseful of Christmas cheer, I realized one thing: the beginning of winter means something different to everyone. For some, like the folks back home, it’s business as usual, no matter what the weather or seasons bring. For me winter is a time to spend with family and friends, ringing in the holidays or in quiet solitude with a good book and a cup of coffee – and no matter where you live, you can’t beat that. But, hey, it’s only my opinion.

Safeguarding our elections will protect voter registration data Marie Waldron SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

The first bill I introduced this session deals with voter security. On Dec. 5, during the Legislature’s organizational session, I introduced Assembly bill 4 or AB 4, the Voter Integrity Protection Act. The act will verify and protect voter regis-

tration data to ensure that changes made online to voter information have actually been made by the voter. My legislation is in response to incidents this past spring during the primary election cycle in Riverside County portions of my district, when voters felt disenfranchised after abnormalities came to light

involving records that had been altered without the voters’ knowledge. Changes to addresses, party affiliation and preferences regarding mail-only voting had all been made online without voter consent. My legislative fix is simple. It will bring security procedures up to date by requiring the county registrar to notify voters if their

registration has been updated online. Voters would be notified of pending changes to their records via either a postcard in the mail to the voter’s last known address before the requested change or by email or text message, if that is the voter’s preference. This simple step has been the norm in the private sector, including banks, credit

agencies, health plans and others for the past several years. The sanctity of the elections process should be something upon which we can all agree, regardless of party. With the support of Riverside County District Attorney Michael Hestrin, I am looking forward to final passage of AB 4 later this session.

Faith

Temple Beth Sholom to present ‘An Evening of Jewish Musical Heritage and Learning In Celebration of Hanukkah’ TEMECULA – Temple Beth Sholom of Temecula will be hosting its second annual Hanukkah community event. “An Evening of Jewish Musical Heritage and Learning In Celebration of Hanukkah.” The event will be held Thursday, Dec. 29, at the Temecula

Community Conference Center located at Temecula City Hall, 41000 Main Street in Temecula. Doors open at 6 p.m. with educational sessions and traditional foods. At 7 p.m., Temple Beth Sholom of Temecula is honored and excited to present Yale Strom &

Hot Postromi performing their world-renowned Klezmer music in a history and tradition of Jewish music presentation. Throughout the night, an Israeli dance instructor will be teaching Israeli and other Jewish traditional dances. The event is free to the public with a $10 per person suggested

donation. Parking is free at the Old Town Parking Garage. Jewish, interfaith and nonJewish families are all invited to attend this family friendly celebration of Hanukkah and Jewish Musical Heritage. Temple Beth Sholom of Temecula is a 501(c)(3) organization.

Donations may be tax deductible (see your tax professional). For more information, visit www.tbstemecula.com. For group, sponsorship information or other questions, contact Vice President and Fundraising Chair Craig Schlumbohm at (951) 9705388.

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Making holiday parties a positive, enjoyable experience American Counseling Association SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

It is the season for parties - office parties, social events, get-togethers with friends or relatives. It should be, and can be, a fun time of the year, but it also presents opportunities for difficulties and outright disasters. While sitting home and not socializing may seem a safe answer, that’s really just punishing yourself and can leave you feeling left out and depressed. Instead, follow a few common sense rules to help you enjoy the season and avoid disasters. Don’t skip that party. Whether it’s an office party, family gathering or neighborhood get-together, you only damage your reputation by being a no-show. If you’re hesitant to attend an event, minimize your exposure by showing up early in the party, staying for a short time, then thanking your host and leaving. And, in some cases, you may find you’re actually enjoying yourself and want to stay longer. Be informed. If you’re anxious about how to dress for an event, or unsure whether there will be gift giving, ask a few questions ahead of time. A little information will

lessen that anxiety. And remember gag gifts should never be something risqué or embarrassing. Avoid the alcohol. Even one or two alcoholic drinks can affect your judgment and lead to a party disaster. Sticking to juice or soft drinks lessens your chances of saying the wrong thing or doing something foolish. Don’t be critical. A holiday party isn’t the place to vent frustrations or to negatively critique others. It’s almost a guarantee that negative comments will get repeated later to all the wrong people. Use your best manners. Yes that buffet looks tempting, but don’t overeat or walk away with an overloaded plate of food. Do the things your mother taught you. Politely introduce yourself to others and be sure to thank your host or hostess when leaving. Stay away from problem people. If there’s a co-worker with whom you always clash, avoid them and spend time with people you like. If there’s a relative who always has to argue with you, simply refuse to respond and excuse yourself politely. Holiday parties need not be feared. They can, and should be enjoyable events, even when you feel required to attend. Plan on staying sober and on being polite

Riverside County warm centers now open RIVERSIDE – As winter nears and temperatures cool, affected residents now have access to warm centers across Riverside County. “Because some people may not be able to escape extremely cold temperatures, we have worked with our community partners to open warm centers to ensure the safety and comfort of residents and visitors throughout Riverside County,” said Brenda Salas Freeman, executive director of the Community Action Partnership of Riverside County. The warm centers, which opened Dec. 1, can be found in locations such as local libraries and community centers and will be open to the public at no cost. The centers will be available through March 31 as temperatures warrant. The warm centers are coordinated by the Community Action Partnership of Riverside County, in

conjunction with Riverside University Health System – Public Health, and will be open in such locations as recreation and wellness centers and some county offices. Light refreshments and water will be available at some locations. Locations include the Mary Phillips Senior Center at 41845 6th Street in Temecula, the Lake Elsinore Senior Center at 420 E. Lakeshore Dr., Lakeview Chapel at 32700 Mission Trail in Lake Elsinore, Kay Ceniceros Senior Center at 29995 Evans Road in Menifee, the Concern, Inc. at 26830 Cherry Hills Blvd., in Menifee. The Murrieta Senior Center at 41717 Juniper St., and the Hemet Simpson Center Valley-Wide Recreation and Parks located at 305 E. Devonshire Avenue in Hemet. For full a list of warm center locations, visit https://goo.gl/ K5puoK.

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Figure skater Mary Smallwood performs on the newly opened Temecula On Ice skating rink, Friday,Dec. 9.

Figure skaters from left, Mary Smallwood, Alyssa Weber and Allison Pham perform a figure skating demonstration during the Temecula On Ice opening event.

Figure skater Allison Pham (center) cuts a ribbon with an ice skate signifying the grand opening of the Temecula On Ice skating rink in Old Town Temecula. The skating rink is open throughÂ Jan. 2, 2017.

Shantal Botero Valesco performs on the newly opened Temecula On Ice skating rink, Dec. 9.

Heidi Manson, 9, skates around the Temecula On Ice skating rink while Juliette Holmes, 10, pictured left, celebrates her 10th birthday skating with friends, during the grand opening.

Maileah Carlisle, 11, waits to be granted access onto the Temecula On Ice skating rink in front of city hall.

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Bram Baumann, 9, gets locked into his rented ice skates during the Temecula On Ice grand opening.

Sofie Holmes, 6, hangs on tightly to the wall as she gets a feel for skating on ice during the Temecula On Ice grand opening.

Members of the ParadICE Synchro Team perform a routine for guests attending the Temecula On Ice opening event.

The portable ice rink company Ice America, prepares for a season of Temecula On Ice skating in front of city hall.

Figure skater Andie Akenson performs on the newly opened Temecula On Ice skating rink.

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Dining in the Valley

Menifee’s Provecho Grill offers something for every palate, introduces new fall menu

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hough Provecho Grill always seems to be busy, they seem to never run out of space for those hungry diners. Most, like myself don’t just stop by for mouthwatering dishes like pork carnitas, sizzling fajitas and Clams in Salsa Verde, we stop by for the welcoming feeling that Provecho Grill offers to all. From the moment you walk in the door, the staff at Provecho is hospitable, accommodating and downright happy to see you. Diners are treated like family at Provecho, greeted with a smile and sometimes even a hug from Owner and Chef Rosie O’Connor, if she isn’t too busy in the kitchen, that is. Patrons feel more like they are walking into a beloved family member’s home rather than a restaurant in a Menifee strip mall. A veritable genius in the kitchen, O’Connor uses her unique talents to serve up a cross section of Mexican food favorites designed to please any palate. From dishes infused with traditional favorites such as Chile, mole and crema sauce to vegetarian delights, this restaurant offers it all. On the day I went, I opted, upon O’Connor’s recommendation, to try the pork carnitas. We took the time to catch up while I waited for my lunch, noshing on Provecho’s always delicious homemade chips and salsa. While there we talked about some of O’Conner’s specialty dishes for fall, including the Grilled Quail and Chilaquiles. “It’s a grilled quail and it is cooked in Guajillo and Chile Colorado sauce topped with queso fresco and served with grilled squash & zucchini, black beans and rice,” O’Connor explained. “Right now, for fall dishes you think things that are local, quail, more heartiness

at nighttime and that’s what I want to bring.” Also returning is the Angry Orchard Pork Chop, complete with the Angry Orchard barbecue made onsite and served with mashed potatoes and grilled vegetables. For those with a sweet tooth, keep an eye out for the holiday favorite pumpkin pecan tart. “It’s almost like comfort food that your Mexican mama would make,” O’Connor said. “Every weekend we bring in something as a new feature and people are asking me to add it to the menu.” Visitors to Provecho are always in for a treat as O’Connor likes to constantly try new things. “We try to change the menu every two to three months with the seasons,” she said, adding that in the fall and winter months she likes to feature soups, crabs, fish, mussels and clams. After a short few minutes of conversation, my plate of carnitas arrived. I could barely contain myself as the scents of citrus and Mexican spices wafted through the air. The hearty meal, complete with hot tortillas appealed to all my senses, the dish was artfully arranged on the plate, with O’Connor’s delectable rice and colorful Pico de Gallo, even the garnish looked good enough to eat. Originating from the Michoacán region of Mexico, the pork – slow roasted and seasoned with citrus, then grilled with green peppers and onions – was bursting with full-bodied flavor and virtually melted in my mouth. The rice and beans, always a great combination with any Mexican dish, were pleasant and flavorful. The tortillas, supplied to O’Connor from the Temecula Tortilla Factory, were delightfully light and fresh. The love and care O’Conner puts into each dish was evident as I enjoyed my meal with the awardwinning chef.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS CHILDREN AND TEENS: Dec. 17 – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Animal Friends Kids Camp: Holiday Edition. This is a funfilled, one-day camp of holiday crafts, holiday preparation tips for your pets, playtime with animals and all-around child friendly fun at the Animal Friends of the Valleys classroom, 33751 Mission Trail, Wildomar. Cost: $25. Information: Marisa (951) 674-0618 ext 210. Dec. 19 – Monday Madness at Pennypickle’s Workshop, 42081 Main Street in Temecula. The workshop will be open all sessions. Cost: $5 per person over age 2. Information: (951) 308-6376. Dec. 23 – 5:30-7:30 p.m. Pennypickle’s Polar Express – just in time for Moms and Dads to enjoy some alone time during this busy season. Bring your PJ and robe clad child as they board Professor Pennypickle’s Polar Express for fun activities and adventures. You may send food and drinks for your child if you wish. For children ages 5-10. Space is limited. Reservations and information: (951) 308-6376. Dec. 26 – Monday Madness at Pennypickle’s Workshop, 42081 Main Street in Temecula. The workshop will be open all sessions. Cost: $5 per person over age 2. Information: (951) 308-6376. Dec. 31 – 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. New Year’s Eve at Noon. Celebrate the New Year Pennypickle’s style at noon instead of midnight. At the Children’s Museum, 42081 Main Street, Temecula. Cost: $8 per person. Get your reservations in early as this event fills up quickly. Information: (951) 308-6376. ENTERTAINMENT: Dec. 16 – 8 p.m. Comedy at the Merc, 42051 Main Street in Temecula. Hilarity ensues! Laugh and leave the week behind you with PRN’s unique style of audienceparticipatory improvised comedy where you play too by helping to write, direct and even star onstage with some of the region’s most talented comedic actors. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. Dec. 17-18 and 20-23 – 3 and 7:30 p.m. The Nutcracker Ballet 2016 presented by the Ballet Studio in association with Fine Arts Network Theater Company will be at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main Street. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. Performances Dec.17, 18 and 23 at 3 p.m. Dec. 17 – 7 and 9 p.m. Country at the Merc, 42051 Main Street in Temecula. Live Country music show featuring the house band backing up the Valley’s hottest country artists. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. Dec. 18 – 6 p.m. Dixieland at the Merc, 42051 Main Street in Temecula. Dixieland is a monthly show dedicated to bringing the best of local and regional Dixieland talent to Temecula. The host

band, Timeless (The Music You Remember) anchors the show. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. Dec. 21 – 7 p.m. Cabaret at the Merc, 42051 Main Street. Temecula. Brings you the very best of Broadway in association with Raw Sill Productions brings you Swingin’ with the Mouse, a night of Disney songs, beloved and rarely heard, set to the styles of jazz. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696. Dec. 22 – 7:30 p.m. Jazz at the Merc, 42051 Main Street. With Bruce Lett Quartet featuring vocalist Bili Redd, pianist Jim Cox and drummer Ramon Banda. Tickets and Information: (866) 653-8696.

COMMUNITY EVENTS: Dec. 17 – 7-8:30 p.m. T’was the Lights before Christmas Bike Tour. Hop on your bikes and strap on your helmets as you ride through the streets of Harveston and marvel at the dazzling lights and decorations. This is a free event for all ages. Bikes will not be provided. Pre-registration is recommended. Meet at Harveston Community Park and don’t forget to wear warm clothes. Dec. 17 – Jingle Jog 5K Kettle Run at West Valley High School Track, 3401 Mustang Way, Hemet. This is the first ever Jungle Jog to support the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Drive so wear your favorite elf, Santa or reindeer outfit and come have fun. Information: (951) 791-9495. Dec. 17 – 1:30 p.m. Christmas Holiday Puppet Show at Hemet High School Theater, 41701 Stetson Avenue. Join the Dream a Neon puppet team for an afternoon of Holiday singing and glowing puppets. There will also be opportunity drawing for gift baskets. General admission $2 ages 5-11 $1. Information: (619) 843-4615. Dec. 20 – 4 p.m. Salvation Army Christmas Dinner for the homeless at 340 S. Palm Avenue in Hemet. Volunteers needed to help in the kitchen, gather items for gifts and serve meals. Information: (951) 791-9497. Dec. 22 – 6-7 p.m. Parent Support Group for parents of young adults battling chemical dependency. Education, Peer Support, Intervention Tools, Peace of Mind. Experience strength and hope at 41877 Enterprise Circle N, Suite 100 Temecula. Information: Erin (951) 7193685 or Lizabeth (951)348-8976. Support group sponsored by Hill Alcohol and Drug Treatment. www. HillRecovery.com. Dec. 24 – 8 a.m. The City of Lake Elsinore presents: Healthy LE- Santa Fun Run/Walk event at the Lake Elsinore Levee, 500 Diamond Drive. Free admission. Information: (951) 674-3124 ext.

265. Dec. 27 – 5:30-7:30 p.m. Menorah Lighting ceremony at Countryside Marketplace, 30010 Haun Road. Menifee. Dec. 29 – 6:00-9:30 p.m. An Evening of Jewish Musical Heritage and Learning in Celebration of Hanukkah at the Temecula Community Conference Center at City Hall, 41000 Main St. presented by Temple Beth Sholom. Featuring Klezmer and Traditional Jewish music of Yale Strom and Hot Pstromi. Event is free and open to the public. Suggested donation: $10 per person. Information: (951) 679-0419 or www.tbstemecula.org. Dec. 31 – 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Rock Horror New Year’s Eve at the Historic Hemet Theatre, 216 E. Florida Avenue. If you have never seen “Rocky Horror Picture Show” with the live audience interaction, it is the craziest movie experience ever! Rated R17, under 17 not admitted without parent. Beer, wine and concessions available. Cost: $15 per person. Information: (951) 658-5950. Dec. 31 – 6 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. New Year’s Eve Grape Drop. Ring in 2017 with the City of Temecula’s annual celebration with live music, vendors, kid’s activities and more at the Civic Center Quad, 41000 Main Street. WORKSHOPS, MEETINGS and ANNOUNCEMENTS: NOW – NAMI Temecula Valley will not have their monthly meeting Dec. 21. They will reconvene their monthly meetings beginning Jan. 18, 2017. MSJC Announces Extended Hours for Student Services. Now students can choose from a variety of convenient times to get the services they need to register for Spring 2017 classes. Hours will be extended through Jan. 14, 2017. Information on campus hours: (951) 487-3215 or (951) 639-5215. NOW – MSJC Child Development and Education Centers are now enrolling and offer child care and preschool for children 18 months through five years, are open to students and the community and offer several enrollment options based on family income and need. The centers, located in San Jacinto and Menifee, are open Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Information: San Jacinto: (951) 487-3605 or Menifee: (951) 639-5605. NOW – Sun City Certified Farmers Market is held from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Friday in the parking lot of the Menifee United Church of Christ, 26701 McCall Blvd. Vendors offer produce, crafts, food and more. Information: Pamela (951) 491-4111. NOW – Memoir Writing Group every second and fourth Monday from 1-3 p.m. at the Mary Phillips Senior Center, 4845 6th Street,

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and other stores. NOW – Lake Elsinore/Wildomar Elks Lodge 2591 hosts Bingo at the lodge each Thursday to raise funds for its charities. Occasionally the lodge arranges for additional Bingo games to help community groups raise funds as well. Lodge 2591 is located at 33700 Mission Trail, Wildomar. Information: (951) 674-6804. NOW – 3:30-4:15 p.m. Monday and Wednesday afternoons Senior Fitness Program is offered at the Lake Elsinore Senior Center, 420 E. Lakeshore Drive. Participants should bring a set of 2 or 3-pound dumbbell weights and water to drink. Space is limited. Information: Lisa (951) 533-2612.

Wine Country Events Calendar FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16 6-7 a.m., 10-11 a.m.

Bootcamp, Passion4Ftiness, Cougar Vineyard & Winery

4-7 p.m.

Live Music, Carlos Naranjo, Avensole Winery Restaurant

10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Oak Mountain Winery University, Oak Mountain Winery

11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Bailey Estate Club Tasting

11 a.m. to 12 p.m

Behind the Scenes Wine Tour, South Coast Winery

1-2:30 p.m.

Elegant Food & Wine Pairing, Carter Estate

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Restaurant at Leoness

4-10 p.m.

Holidays at the Ranch, Galway Downs

3-5:30 p.m.

Happy Hour, Vineyard Rose, South Coast Winery

5-7 p.m.

Live Music, Tony Suraci, Meritage at Callaway Winery

5-8 p.m.

Live Music, Kenny Marquez, Cougar Vineyard and Winery

5-8 p.m.

Live Music, Michael SG, Leoness Cellars Winery

5:30-8:30 p.m.

Live Music, Brian Stodart, Restaurant at Ponte Winery

6-9 p.m.

Karaoke Night, Bel Vino Winery

6-9 p.m.

Sip into the Sunset, Briar Rose Winery

6-9 p.m.

Live Music,Mercedes Moore, Lorimar Winery

7-9:30 p.m.

Legends of the Wild West Dinner Theatre, Longshadow Ranch

7-10 p.m.

Live Music, Mickie Arnett, Miramonte Winery

7-10 p.m.

Hollywoodland Murder Dinner Event, Palomar Winery

7-11 p.m.

Live Music, Ponte Cellar Lounge

10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Craft Faire, Maurice Car’rie Winery

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Michael LeClerc, Avensole Tasting Room

5-8 p.m.

Live Music, Adam & Frangos, Avensole Restaurant

8 a.m.

Stretch: Harmonizing Hatha, Grapeseed Spa, South Coast Winery

9:30-11 a.m.

Soul Saturdays, Keyways Vineyard Winery

10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Oak Mountain Winery University, Oak Mountain Winery

11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Behind the Scenes Wine Tour, South Coast Winery

11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Moto Barrel Room Tours, Doffo Winery

11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Bailey Estate Club Tasting

12 noon to 3 p.m.

Live Music, Annata Bistro at Mount Palomar Winery

12-4 p.m.

Tapas & Wine, Counterfeits, Bel Vino Winery

12-4 p.m.

Live Music, Masia de la Vinya

12-4 p.m.

Live Music, Doug Laramie, Wilson Creek Winery

1-2:30 p.m.

Elegant Food & Wine Pairing, Carter Estate

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Doffo Winery

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Jasmine Seek, Barrel Room, Leoness

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Live Music, Trattoria at Robert Renzoni Vineyards

1-5 p.m.

Live Music, Callaway Courtyard

1-5 p.m.

Live Music, Danza del Sol

1-5 p.m.

Live Music, Tim Walsh, Fazeli Cellars Winery

5-7 p.m.

Live Music, ABQ, Meritage at Callaway Winery

5:30-8:30 p.m.

Live Music, Ron Freshman, Restaurant at Ponte Winery

6-9 p.m.

Live Music, Mrs. Jones Revenge, Lorimar Winery

6-9 p.m.

Live Music, Cellar Lounge at Ponte Winery

6-9 p.m.

Live Music, Vineyard Rose at South Coast Winery

7-10 p.m.

Live Music, Missy Anderson, Miramonte Winery

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Temecula, everyone has a story, join them and write. NOW – Parent Support Group available for parents whose children of any age struggle with addiction. Education, Skills, Support. Every Tuesday at 6 p.m. at 43397 Business Park Drive. Suite D8, Temecula. Information: (951) 775-4000 or info@thecenter4lifechange.com. NOW – Clippendales meet the second Monday of each month 6 p.m. The Elks Ladies, an Elks Auxiliary of the Lake Elsinore/Wildomar Elks Lodge 2591 has formed a club call the “Clippendales.” The object of this club is to send manufacturers coupons to Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan to be redeemed for products at their commissary

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 18 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Craft Faire, Maurice Car’rie Winery

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Sebastian Sidi, Avensole Tasting Room

8 a.m.

Hot Yoga, Grapeseed Spa, South Coast Winery

9 a.m.

Yoga, Mimosas, Brunch, Galway Downs

10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Oak Mountain Winery University, Oak Mountain Winery

10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Bubble Brunch, Wilson Creek Winery

11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Behind the Scenes Wine Tour, South Coast Winery

11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Moto Barrel Room Tour, Doffo Winery

11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Sunday Brunch at Meritage, Callaway Winery

11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Bailey Estate Club Tasting

11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Live Music, Annata Bistro at Mount Palomar Winery

11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Dog Day Sundays, Carol’s Restaurant at Baily’s Winery

12-3 p.m.

Funday Sunday in the Yard Garden, Falkner Winery

12-4 p.m.

Live Music, Barry J, Bel Vino Winery

12-4 p.m.

Live Music, Funk Shui Planet, Wilson Creek Winery

1 p.m.

Epicurean Lunch, Monte De Oro Winery

1-2:30 p.m.

Elegant Food & Wine Pairing, Carter Estate

1-3 p.m.

Paint Nite, Barrel Room at Mount Palomar Winery

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Joe Baldino, Europa Village

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Simon Sole, Restaurant at Leoness Cellars

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Woody & The Harrelsons, Lorimar Vineyards & Winery

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36. Nylon boo-boo 1-4 p.m. Live Music, Tim Cash, Robert Renzoni Vineyards 38. Defunct ruler 30._____!” Stationary 40. “Remember the 1-5 p.m. Live Music, Jason Lohrke, Fazeli Cellars 41. British physicist 33. Job for a plumber 1-5 p.m. Live Music, Eyes on Eden, Pavilion at Oak Mountain Winery 46. Withdraw, formally 1-5 p.m. “Sounds of Sunday”, Monte de Oro Winery 35. Wanders 48. Sound technician’s worries 2-5 p.m. Live Music, Don Brennan, Cougar Vineyard & Winery 51. Certain Winter Olympian 53. Anklebones 37. Bonehead 2-5 p.m. Live Music, Lorimar Vineyards 54. Hollywood hotshot 39. Cash components 2-5 p.m. Live Music, James Wells, Vintner’s Garden, South Coast Winery 55. Graceful seabird 4-7 p.m. Sip & Shop, Falkner Winery Bargain 56. Cancels, with 42. “out” 57. Makes a profit 5-7 p.m. Live Music, Al & Brad, Meritage at Callaway Winery 43. 58. Nursery sounds Medicinal berry 59. Catch glimpse44. of ___ good example UPCOMING EVENTS 60. Sleeved vestment Christmas Dinner, Bouquet Restaurant, Ponte Winery Black and white• whales 61. Indicating the 45. original name • Christmas Dinner, Vineyard Rose at South Coast Winery

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Falkner Winery hosts annual Sip and Shop

Jaclyn De Leon, a Stella & Dot stylist is all set up and awaiting shoppers at Falkner Winery’s Sip and Shop.

Leslie Kegley of Life’s Journeys Windchimes shows shopper Jamie Keller some delicately handcrafted wine bottle lamps during Falkner Winery’s Sip and Shop event.

A sizable crowd prepares to cross items off their holiday shopping lists at the beginning of Falkner Winery’s annual Sip and Shop event Sunday, Dec. 11.

Farah Omidbakhsh, Melanie Johnson, and Kim Kolodzi check out Annie Bestre-Le’s Origami Owl table full Tiffany Yang photos of charms during Falkner Winery’s Sip and Shop.

Winemakers keep busy to ensure quality wines while vines sleep during winter months Visit Temecula Valley SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

The annual growth cycle of Temecula Valley›s grapevines consummates in autumn with leaf fall followed by vine dormancy. After harvest, typically August through October in Temecula, the vine’s roots and trunk are busy storing carbohydrate reserves produced by photosynthesis in their leaves. Once the level of carbohydrates needed by the vine is reached, the leaves change from green to yellow and start to fall off the vines. Usually after the first frost, the vine enters its winter dormancy period. During this time, winemakers get a break from the bulk of their farm work as the vines sleep and start to prepare for the next wine season. During this dormant period, according to Wiens Family Cellars winemaker Joe Wiens, the vines don›t need a lot of attention. Wiens puts on a little water to keep the roots moist and let them sleep. “We get to breathe a sigh of relief after the long hours of crush but have plenty of other things to keep us busy,” said Wiens. Blending, barrel work and bottling, in addition to brushing up on wine knowledge, new techniques, and attending winemaking seminars to continually improve are some of the

things that keep him busy. “Wintertime is busy,” Palumbo Family Vineyards & Winery Winemaker and Owner Nick Palumbo said. “The good news is it gets cold here in Temecula, so the vines go into dormancy and that gives us a chance to get caught up in the cellar after a long harvest season. That means topping barrels, assessing previous vintages and getting ready for bottling as well as general maintenance. Mulching is done if needed and pruning all needs to be done just after the holidays. Weed and pest control (gophers etc) as well as going through the irrigation system and getting that dialed in for the spring are all on the to do list. We also don’t forget to prep for much needed rain events. We need to make sure if and when we do get rain, it doesn›t erode our soils and farm roads. Winter is a good time for winemakers to take off the cellar boots, put on the farm boots, and get out in the quiet cold mornings alone and start making next year’s wine which will be hanging on the vines sooner than we think.” At Danza del Sol Winery, Art Villareal, the winery›s winemaker, stays busy during winter processing wines from the recent harvest. This includes filtration, cold stabilizing, racking and placing wine into barrels. “There is no downtime in wine-

making. We are always processing wine from the previous harvest and preparing for the upcoming bottling season,” Villareal said. As far as vineyard maintenance goes, Villareal says patience is key and waits for the vines to go dormant and then prunes them back. He also states Temecula Valley is special as the winter keeps the vines asleep only as long as necessary and ensures a longer period of time to mature the clusters during the growing season. Combine all the activity in the valley and some of the best winter weather in California, with cool mornings and warm sunny afternoons, a visit to Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country is an excellent winter destination. Many wineries offer behind the scenes tours where guests can see firsthand some of the winter viticulture and winemaking processes. Temecula is only a 90-minute drive from Los Angeles and a 60-minute drive from Orange County, Palm Springs and San Diego, making it an easy destination to travel to. Guests interested in a multi-day, visit can take advantage of many of the local hotels, inn and resorts’ offseason rates, while mid-week visitors can take advantage of the offseason rates and special Sunday through Thursday rates.

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Entertainment

Author, poet Susan O’Connell recites at Diamond Valley Writers Guild meet

Western author, poet Susan O’Connell was a special guest at the December meeting of the Diamond Valley Writers Guild.

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Members of the Diamond Valley Writers Guild and their guests took a step back in time at the Hemet Public Library Friday, Dec. 2. Many of the women members wore the dresses and hats believed worn by the “soiled doves” of the mid and late 1800s strolled in at the special meeting where author, poet and actress Susan O’Connell talked about her one-woman stage play “Memoirs of a Madam.” O’Connell, told of her travels to many of the old mining towns of the west in California, Nevada, Idaho and Montana where brothels were a common form of entertainment for the miners and cowboys of the era. Treated to tea and cucumber and crème cheese sandwiches, Guild members listened as O’Connell relayed what she he found in the historical documents about the women of west, particularly the prostitutes in the town brothels that little has been written about. “I like to call myself a woman of west,” said O’Connell, since she said she was the first cousin a great-great cousin of Wyatt Earp, the controversial lawman and

gunfighter of the early west. Her father, an auctioneer in Montana was a true cowboy of the time and had murdered his own son-in-law who abused his daughter. “Since I was a little girl I always wanted to know about my ancestors in the west,” she said. And with that she dreamed about creating a one-woman play about the soiled doves of the time. Her dream came to fruition as she wrote and recently acted in her play at the Ramona Hillside Hillside Players Playhouse next to the Ramona Bowl in Hemet. She acted out her own character as Mattie Silks a Denver madam. The published and prize-winning poet recited several of her poems about the ladies and gentlemen that frequented the brothels for lack of any other entertainment in the old mining towns. She said the “maidens” in the brothels often found themselves there at a very young age and were “worn-out” before they were 20. “Many drank and used drugs,” she said she learned. “They were often beaten, abused and even killed by the other women.” In the last two verses of her poem called “Where Do They Go”

Getting into the spirit for a special presentation by western author poet Susan O’Donnell, far right, are members of the Diamond Valley Writers’ Guild dressed in 1800s costumes sitting left, Risa Gettler, Agnus Kennedy, Polly Dricke and Sharon Stewart. Standing left Frank DeMeo, Sherrill Ramsey, Eugenia Neaesu, Lynn Vollmer, Ralph Natividad, Joan Walters and Sharon Uhlken.

O’Connell writes: “We may try to pretend prostitutes didn’t exist or this sordid trade actually thrived. We may only want to remember the romance of the west But the truth has somehow survived. “So, if we acknowledge these ladies or bury the past History owes them a powerful debt They meant as much to the west as the cowboy once did And their worth we must never forget.” O’Connell continued her readings and explanations to the delight of her audience for an hour even with a “foggy voice” brought on by a cold. For her, actress and poet, the show had to go on! O’Connell a San Jacinto resident,

has been published in American Cowboy Magazine and American Cowboy online. She has acted out her notorious Mattie Silk in numerous playhouses in southern

California. She will perform her Memoirs of a Madam at private special events and can be contacted at mattiesilkshow@yahoo.com through Black Bart Productions.

Self-taught artist Krysta Wright honored as December’s Artist of the Month by Arts Council Menifee

Moyer Entertainment Group hosts 2017 launch party MURRIETA – Tim Moyer hosted a Moyer Entertainment Group launch party Thursday, Dec. 15 to celebrate the announcements of its 2017 fundraising events: the Temecula Valley Music Awards, Temecula Valley Bluegrass Festival and the TVMA Winner Fest – Acoustic and Rock. The event was held at the

new Murrieta Arts Studios at 29930 Hunter Rd. Entertainment provided by acoustic performances by Chuck Roberts, Tim Moyer, and other special guests was accompanied by food and beverages. All ages were welcome. Donations for entry were taken. All proceeds are going to the

Moyer Entertainment Group Music Education Fund supporting music education through funding local school music programs and music student scholarships. For more entertainment news, or to comment on this story online, visit www.myvalleynews.com.

Self-taught artist Krysta Wright has been named as Arts Council Menifee’s December Artist of the Month. Courtesy photo

Arts Council Menifee SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

Since being the youngest recipient of an Alliance for California Traditional Arts grant at the age of eight, Krysta Wright has continued to make art a large part of her life. The self-taught artist, now 23 years old, has tried her hand at drawing, painting, sculpting and working side by side with her aunt to make traditional African-American storytelling quilts. For her contributions to Menifee’s local art scene, Wright has been recognized as December’s Artist of the Month by Arts Council Menifee. She said art gives her the freedom to make anything she can imagine and there’s no right or wrong way to do it. She has explored many types of art including realism, traditional, charcoal, graphite, digital and most recently, paint. “Growing up, I’ve always had an active imagination, and I would always just start drawing small things here and there but I wouldn’t think much of them,” Wright said. “It wasn’t until I got a little older that I started drawing portraits that I thought others would like and they told me I should try joining art groups.” Home-schooled in San Jacinto since seventh grade due to health issues, Wright graduated as valedictorian of the class of 2011. English was her favorite subject. “I love reading books and then drawing out scenes of what I think the characters would look like,” she said. She recently completed illustrations for a children’s book a friend wrote.

Wright was taught quilting by her aunt Allyson Allen, who has made a living making and exhibiting African-American folk art quilts. “My aunt and I received the master/apprentice artist grant three times through ACTA and have displayed quilts together all over the country at different quilt shows and guilds,” she said. “Our projects usually are one master quilt that she makes based on a particular story and then a smaller wall hanging that I’ve made based on the same story.” Wright recently hosted an anime art exhibit at the Sun City Library to display and to sell her works. “My sister Madison, who is also an artist, and I presented and we loved it,” she said. “I wanted to be able to do more shows like that. My aunt is a member of Arts Council Menifee and introduced me to other members, and I joined.” She regularly displays her work at the Kay Ceniceros Senior Center’s gallery space in Menifee. “I love using graphite pencils. All of my favorite portraits have been black and gray; I think it gives a little more of a traditional look,” Wright said. “However, I have been doing bright and vibrant digital portraits, which have a more modern feel that I really enjoy as well.” Even though she has been commissioned to draw other objects, animals and so forth, human faces have always been her favorite subject because of the eyes. To view or order Wright’s artwork, please visit www. facebook.com/shadowraven4834. For more information, please visit www.artscouncilmenifee. org or call (951) 290-2781.

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Entertainment Wildomar residents come out in droves for annual Breakfast with Santa

Andy Morris (left) flips sausage while Martin Haeberle works his magic on some eggs during Wildomar’s annual Breakfast with Santa Saturday, Dec. 10.

Wildomar Councilman Ben Benoit (in the red sweater) serves up breakfast for Wildomar residents during the city’s annual Breakfast with Santa.

August Jensen, 4, and his brother Darren, 3, have fun with Firefighter Becky Marodi at Wildomar’s annual Breakfast with Santa Saturday, Garrett Upshaw photos Dec. 10.

People line up for breakfast at Wildomar’s annual Breakfast with Santa event, Saturday, Dec. 10.

Kristy Arnette, along with her children Zoe and Layne visit with Wildomar Firefighter Becky Marodi during the city’s annual Breakfast with Santa event.

Miguel Casillas, who recently lost his restaurant El Comal in a fire, cooks sausages for the crowd during Breakfast with Santa.

Scott Ferguson chosen as Murrieta Artist of the Month for December 2016

Murrieta Fire Chief Scott Ferguson has been named Murrieta Art Council’s Artist of the Month. Ferguson is pictured here with his wife Maria.

Tory Wadlington SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

There are people who find peace in their purpose via saving lives, being a leader, or becoming an artist, but seldom do you find people who find peace doing all three. Fortunately, the City of Murrieta has an amazing firefighter and artist named Scott Ferguson. Ferguson has served in the fire service for over 34 years, the last 18-months as the Chief for the Murrieta Fire Department. What many don’t know is how accomplished Ferguson is as a painter. He has painted a wide range of powerful images from Muhammad Ali defeating Sonny Liston to an iconic Joker painting that honors the late Heath Ledger. When asked when he started painting and why he chose this art form, Ferguson replied, “The truth is, I am not sure that my style of art

has fully been developed. Like most elementary school kids, I drew dinosaurs, cars, and people with heads way too big for their bodies. Looking back at some of the art my mom saved, it did not seem that remarkable. I do remember being chastised for not telling the truth when one adult claimed that I traced a picture that I had drawn freehand. I guess that was the first time I realized that I had an eye for ‘negative space’.” He also shared that, “Over time, I learned to airbrush a bit and design shirt logos, but it was not until a couple of years ago that I landed on what I am focusing on now. Later in life, I found myself a little stressed at work and needing a weekend distraction. A friend of mine suggested that I paint celebrities wearing fire turnout gear and helmets. After tinkering with the ‘how,’ I landed on a blend of watercolor and pastels, finished with ink highlights. Jack

Murrieta Fire Chief Scott Ferguson’s painting of Muhammad Ali defeating Sonny Liston. Courtesy photos

Nicholson, John Wayne, Clint Eastwood, Tom Selleck, and a dozen or so more have immerged since then. The likenesses of Mohamad Ali, Jimi Hendrix, and Abraham Lincoln have also been done in a watercolor wash and scribbled ink style – there are fewer rules.” As far as his source of inspiration, Ferguson said, “It is a little hard to explain, but I do not fit the profile of your typical firefighter. I am very comfortable thinking and even dreaming about things that fall outside of traditional lines. This impacts how I write, plan, build relationships and how I paint.” Inspired by his mother, he said, “My mom is an amazing artist. I remember her taking one of those Art Instruction School courses when I was very young – the turtle with the hat was my favorite. She still builds some amazing jewelry made of semi-precious stones, but aside

from oil and acrylic paint, Mom also dabbled in water color, batik scarves, and a few other art forms. Much of her work still hangs on our walls at home.” Ferguson also looks up to a wide range of artists, such as Norman Rockwell, Andy Warhol and even Picasso.

It typically takes him eight to 10 hours for a portrait, depending on the size and complexity. He recently finished an 8-foot by 12-foot acrylic painting depicting 9/11 that took him a couple of weeks. While on the topic of iconic political moments, Ferguson has also had the pleasure of meeting President Barack Obama. “My time as the Fire Chief in Santa Monica allowed me to meet a number of high profile celebrities – most were remarkably cool,” Ferguson said. “It was an honor to shake the hand of the POTUS. At the time, I was the president of the Los Angeles Chiefs. I was in a short line of similarly positioned politicians and first responders. It is a story for another time, but of all the celebrities I met, Denis Leary was my favorite.” The Murrieta Arts Council and all who know him are thankful to have Ferguson here in Murrieta. The Murrieta Arts Council welcomes suggestions for Murrieta Artist of the Month. Send them to murrietaarts@gmail.com or via the council website www.murrietaarts.org.

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Home destroyed in early-morning blaze Trevor Montgomery VALLEYSTAFF@REEDERMEDIA.COM

A double-wide mobile-home was destroyed in an early-morning blaze Monday, Dec. 12. The fire happened in the 40000 block of Reed Valley Road near Centennial Street in the unincorporated community of Aguanga. Cal Fire/ Riverside County firefighters, Riverside County Sheriff’s deputies and other emergency first responders were dispatched to

the residential blaze after several neighbors called 911 to report the fire about 12:54 a.m. Callers told Riverside County emergency dispatchers that there were possibly family members trapped inside the burning residence. Twenty-three firefighters from six engine companies responded to the fire, according to Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Public Information Officer April Newman. They were assisted by a paramedic squad and two water tenders.

When firefighters arrived at the scene of the blaze, they reported finding the home 75 percent involved. Officials at the scene reported finding no available water sources and immediately requested water tenders to the location. Within minutes of their arrival, a fire official advised emergency dispatchers that firefighters were in rescue mode and that the residents were being evacuated from the home. Officials requested ground ambu-

lances to the location and requested an air ambulance to be placed on standby. The air ambulance was later canceled after the residents were safely evacuated from the home. Shortly before 2 a.m., Newman updated that “the structure is a complete loss.” Firefighters had switched from attempting to knock down the blaze and were “in defensive mode,” Newman reported. Firefighters reportedly had the blaze under control shortly after 2 a.m.

Fire resources remained at the scene of the blaze for about two hours working on hot spots to ensure against accidental flare-ups and to conduct extensive overhaul. Fire officials estimated the loss of the residence at about $60,000; however, they saved about $30,000 on the property, according to Newman. There were no reported injuries and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

Neighborhood rocked by RV blaze, reports of explosions Trevor Montgomery VALLEYSTAFF@REEDERMEDIA.COM

A recreational vehicle fire and multiple reports of explosions in Hemet caused a flood of citizens to call 911 to report the blaze Saturday, Dec. 11. The fire, which was contained primarily to the RV parked on the east side of AWF Performance Smog and Auto Repair, was reported to city of Hemet emergency dispatchers about 5:08 p.m. The

business is located at 1403 E. Menlo Avenue just east of N. San Jacinto Street in Hemet. Although only one Hemet Fire Department engine company was initially dispatched to the reported fire, as more 911 calls continued pouring in to the city’s dispatch center, many callers reported hearing multiple explosions coming from the area of the fire. At that point two more engine companies, a battalion commander and a Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire engine

company also responded to scene along with AMR medics who were also dispatched to the fire. Hemet police officers and deputies from the Riverside County Sheriff’s Hemet and San Jacinto stations responded to the blaze to assist with traffic and crowd control. The first engine company arrived at the blaze at 5:13 p.m. and reported finding a “well involved RV fire.” A battalion commander arrived

on scene less than one minute after the first arriving fire engine and immediately established the “Menlo Incident Command.” Other engine companies began arriving within minutes and firefighters immediately began an aggressive attack on the fire. While firefighters worked to knock down the blaze, officials called for the closure of all east and west bound traffic on E. Menlo Avenue, to ensure the safety of onscene emergency first responders.

By 6 p.m., firefighters had the blaze under control and were working on hot-spots to ensure against accidental flare-ups. The fire was primarily contained to one RV, which was destroyed by the blaze. The explosions were believed to have been caused by propane tanks from or around the RV fire. There were no reported injuries and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

Broken water main damages road, leaves residents without water Trevor Montgomery VALLEYEDITOR@REEDERMEDIA.COM

A broken water main on Chaco Canyon Road just west of E. Hale Elementary School in Murrieta left city streets flooded and many

residences without water Sunday, Dec. 11. Murrieta Fire and Rescue responded to reports of the broken water main about 9:44 p.m. “When crews arrived, the asphalt surface of the road had begun to lift and crack and large amounts of

water were observed flowing from beneath the street,” Murrieta Fire Department Press Information Officer Matt Corelli explained. Emergency crews were able to quickly shut off the water valve, stopping the flow of water before

more damage occurred. Rancho Water Company and City of Murrieta Public works personnel arrived to assist in repairing the mater main and the road surface. “Residences were temporarily without water but water service has

been restored,” Corelli stated. Chaco Canyon Drive between Troyes Lane and Chateney Lane will remain closed while the road repairs are made. The damaged roadway was expected to take two to three days to repair.

Sex offender accused of hounding Temecula girl to stand trial

MURRIETA – A 68-year-old convicted sex offender accused of trying to coax a 12-year-old Temecula girl into his car must stand trial for attempted kidnapping to commit rape and other charges, a judge ruled Monday, Dec. 12. Robert Francis Baker of Hemet was arrested in August after he was allegedly caught in the act of harass-

ing the victim, whose name was not disclosed. Following a preliminary hearing at the Southwest Justice Center in Murrieta, Riverside County Superior Court Judge Dennis McConaghy found there was sufficient evidence to warrant a trial for Baker on the attempted kidnapping count, as well as annoying a child and two counts

of possessing child pornography. McConaghy scheduled a postpreliminary hearing arraignment for Dec. 27 and left Baker’s bail set at $1.5 million. Baker is being held at the Southwest Detention Center. According to sheriff ’s officials, on the afternoon of Aug. 12, an off-duty deputy was driving through the area of Pauba Road

and Linfield Way when he noticed a motorist – later identified as Baker – accosting the victim as she walked along the sidewalk. Baker allegedly followed the girl, trying to persuade her to get into his car, investigators said. The off-duty deputy came to the child’s aid, ordering Baker out of the vehicle and detaining him until other

deputies arrived to question him. Based on the girl’s statements, what the deputy witnessed and the fact that Baker was a registered sex offender, he was arrested at the scene. According to court records, the defendant was convicted in 1993 of multiple counts of lewd acts on a minor.

Wildomar mobile home catches fire displacing one WILDOMAR – Flames broke out inside a mobile home in Wildomar, displacing one person and her cat, firefighters said

Sunday, Dec. 11. Arriving fire crews found that the blaze had enveloped the rear corner of the double-wide home.

The fire, reported at 10 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, in the 32000 block of Crescent Avenue, was put out by Riverside County

firefighters about 30 minutes later. No injuries were reported, and the American Red Cross was

requested to provide aid to the displaced female resident.

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EFI makes dreams of flight attainable for all

EFI (Executive Flight Institute) at French Valley Airport hosts an open house offering discounted airplane rides, flight simulator demos, flight training information and a number of airplanes on display.

Competition aerobatic pilot Anthony Oshinuga taxis his high performance biplane to the runway during the EFI Flight School Open house at French Valley Airport.

EFI Flight School owner Dave Sowards attaches a tow bar to a new Cessna TTx before a flight instructor takes a test flight in the new aircraft during the flight school’s open house, Nov. 19.

EFI Flight School instructor Shannon Holbert (right) prepares to test fly a new Cessna TTx with Textron Aviation pilot and representative Tim McCoy (left), during the EFI Flight School open house.

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and have a very good safety record,” Sowards said. “A minimum of 40 hours is required to obtain the private pilot’s license.” According to Sowards, training for the Instrument rating is normally accomplished in either the Cessna 172SP or the Cirrus SR20, both complete with the latest technology including glass cockpits. “We also offer training for the Commercial rating, which is required in order for a pilot to charge for their time and become an actual pilot for hire,” he said. “We utilize our Piper Arrow for all commercial training.” EFI also offers training for Multi-Engine and CFI ratings and provides transition training for those that want to move into a modern aircraft such as the Cirrus. Sowards said he is constantly looking for ways to improve services and introduce

When David Sowards bought Executive Flight Institute in February 2015, he already had a business relationship with the flight school which was leasing his aircraft for use in its training programs. “The close-knit family relationship that existed at the school attracted me to the school in a more permanent arrangement,” Sowards said. “The front office was extremely warm and inviting and made the school fun place to be. The instructors were all knowledgeable and truly concerned with providing the safest flight training available while making the flight experience as enjoyable and memorable as possible.” Sowards is no stranger to flight coming from an aviation background. In 1979

he started flight instruction while still in high school in Loveland, Colorado. After graduating, he joined the U.S. Army and spent eight years in helicopter aviation units all around the world. “In 1987 I began a career with Gulfstream Aerospace and am still with them today, after 28 years,” Sowards said. “I spent 13 years in the Middle East as the Gulfstream field service representative, responsible for all of the Middle East, Africa and Central Asia. I returned to California in 2012 and after leasing aircraft to EFI for two years, decided to purchase the school when the opportunity presented itself.” According to Sowards, EFI has been in business in one form or another for over 15 years. “While EFI has been in business for quite some time, we are constantly listening to our clientele and trying to

improve our services and keep up with the changing times,” he said. “We continue to be the same fun loving flight environment we have always been, but we are doing it in the most affordable means possible.” After purchasing EFI, Sowards began to focus on improving the school accommodations and increasing the flight school’s equipment and aircraft. “We have increased the staff, doubled the number of aircraft available for rental and instruction and modernized the fleet,” he said. “We have done all of this while keeping our pricing as low as possible and constantly beating any of our competitors.” EFI provides flight training for almost any available license and rating. Private pilots train in either the Cessna 150 or the Cessna 172. “These are the staple of flight training worldwide

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new technologies, not just in equipment but in teaching techniques too. “We recently became a Cessna Pilot Training Center and are in talks with several regional airlines to provide entry level pilots for their internal training programs and advancement onto the larger commercial airlines,” he explained. “We are very excited about the future and want the public to know we are here and available seven days a week to help make their dreams of flight, a reality.” For those who want to learn how to fly, but think they can’t fit it into their budget, Sowards has a solution for that too. “We have programs available for financing so that the cost of pilot training can be spread out over an extended period of time, while not slowing down the training period and get them into the

skies at faster rate,” Sowards said. “Learning to fly is an experience that everyone has to try,” he explained. “It is one of the most common items on any ones “Bucket List” and it is more affordable and in reach than most people believe. We have introductory flights starting out at $99 and the customer will actually fly the aircraft while receiving instruction and log their first hour of flight toward a private pilot’s license.” For more information on EFI and all the great programs they offer, visit www.flyefi. com, like them on their EFI Flight School Facebook page, call (951) 304-9639 or stop by the offices any day between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. EFI is conveniently located at 37680 Sky Canyon Drive at the French Valley Airport located off Winchester Road in Murrieta.

Market at a glance (As of December 11, 2016) No of Homes Sold Inventory of Properties Listed

TEMECULA

MURRIETA

WILDOMAR

LAKE ELSINORE

CANYON LAKE

MENIFEE

SUN CITY

HEMET

SAN JACINTO

(418) 377

(400) 378

(101) 102

(235) 222

(108) 102

(151) 165

(139) 140

(423) 413

Average Selling Price

$488,948

$400,078

$399,133

$311,252

$403,800

$323,429

$271,000

$225,731

(147)

$202,833

143

Average List Price

$750,895

$662,424

$411,674

$357,894

$528,195

$393,803

$300,905

$257,415

$258,300

Median List Price

$529,900

$450,000

$410,495

$349,950

$439,750

$380,000

$289,450

$234,000

$250,000

Asking Price per Square Foot

$207

$173

$154

$164

$202

$153

$162

$147

$141

Average Days on Market

128

110

137

125

126

Most Expensive Listing

$7,400,000

$5,500,000

$999,900

$1,198,000

$1,999,900

$749,000

$975,000

$1,649,000

$1,500,000

Least Expensive Listing

$280,000

$169,000

$150,000

$139,900

$149,900

$139,000

$125,000

$48,900

$49,900

Average Age of Listing

% of Properties w/ Price decrease

46%

43%

37%

35%

44%

33%

29%

24%

% of Properties Relisted (reset DOM)

15%

13%

16%

14%

% of Flip properties (price increase)

10%

12%

10%

3045

2981

2602

2160

2222

2506

1646

1568

1784

Median House Size (sq ft) Median Lot Size (sq ft)

8,001-10,000

6,501-8,000

Median Number of Bedrooms

4.0

3.0

4.0

3.0

4.0

Median Number of Bathrooms

3.0

2.5

2.0

Seller (39.7)

Seller (42.0)

Seller (47.9)

Seller (49.2)

Seller (42.5)

Seller (45.8)

Seller (50.5)

Seller (47.0)

Seller (44.7)

Market Action Index*

*This Index measures the current rate of sale versus the amount of inventory. Index above 30 implies a seller’s advantage. Below 30, conditions give the advantage to the buyer. Market data provided by Escrow Leaders (Altos Research) and is current as of 12/12/16. Sales Data provided by SRCAR (MLS) and current as of 12/11/16. Boxes with multiple entries have previous week’s numbers (in parentheses) and this week’s number for comparision purposes. Strong Trends (multiple weeks) in each area are indicated by color: green indicates upward trend; pink indicates downward trend. Valley News makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of this data.

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Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

Aguanga

41917 Lakefront Drive

$512,900

2708

4BR

3BA

111

Anza

56880 Dickson Way

$150,000

720

2BR

1BA

101

60221 Yucca Valley Road

$126,000

1344

3BR

2BA

Canyon Lake

29651 Bonanza Place

$548,000

4075

5BR

5BA

30548 Sparrow Hawk Drive

$445,000

2700

4BR

3BA

151

28984 Boulder Crest Way

$410,000

3142

5BR

3BA

332 Tahquitz Street

$205,000

1433

3BR

2BA

24311 Canyon Lake Drive

$179,900

1073

2BR

2BA

28581 Jenny Lane

$500,000

2694

3BR

3BA

110 Lori Ann Street

$108,000

1344

2BR

2BA

30146 Boat Haven Drive

$599,900

1968

3BR

3BA

25815 Roanoke Road

$275,000

1450

3BR

2BA

623 Villa Chaparral Road

$115,000

1072

2BR

2BA

Lake Elsinore

Menifee

Address

Sale Price

Menifee

23090 Hecht Road 23425 Vista Way

20 84

Menifee 27070 Sun City Blvd.

City

Hemet

City

Hemet 2355 E. Florida

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

City

Address

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

$180,000

756

2BR

1BA

$250,000

1437

3BR

2BA

106

Murrieta

30142 Friendly Circle

$350,000

1512

3BR

3BA

San Jacinto

2011 Edwards Court

$266,000

2713

5BR

3BA

29633 Eastbank Drive

$348,915

1869

3BR

2BA

622 Groveside Drive

$282,000

2867

4BR

4BA

29638 Eastbank Drive

$372,265

2743

5BR

3BA

740 Julian Avenue

$241,000

1884

3BR

2BA

22168 Hoofbeat Way

$325,000

1713

3BR

2BA

28186 Panorama Hills Drive

$330,000

1734

2BR

2BA

24229 Cruise Circle Drive

$325,000

1775

2BR

2BA

33246 Lindenberger Road

$375,000

4208

6BR

4BA

26415 Naomi Drive

$268,000

1999

3BR

2BA

113

40890 Lela May Avenue

$170,000

1929

4BR

2BA

Sun City

Temecula

Days on Market

26244 Fairlane Drive

$262,000

1206

2BR

2BA

27613 Vanilla Court

$280,000

1585

3BR

2BA

27594 Via Real

$285,000

1422

4BR

2BA

36345 Fino Vista Lane

$449,000

2040

4BR

2BA

285

31367 Hallwood Court

$330,000

1632

3BR

2BA

43586 De Luz Road

$869,000

2629

3BR

3BA

180

25291 Chicago Avenue

$223,000

1397

3BR

2BA

28445 Mountain View Place

$179,900

1450

3BR

2BA

32272 Corte Gardano

$375,000

2144

4BR

3BA

164

26322 San Jacinto Street

$250,000

2011

5BR

3BA

27413 Bramwell Street

$324,000

1621

3BR

3BA

39834 Wellsley Court

$504,000

2943

3BR

3BA

198

2989 Sherry

$240,000

1557

3BR

2BA

30269 Carob Tree Circle

$400,000

3203

4BR

3BA

44943 Silver Rose Street

$479,000

3106

5BR

3BA

43082 Newman Avenue

$275,000

2333

4BR

2BA

27198 Tran Court

$297,000

1371

3BR

2BA

33815 Rustridge Street

$527,000

3530

5BR

5BA

204

5157 Paseo Famosa

$252,500

1500

2BR

2BA

29853 Saint Andrews Drive

$397,500

1426

3BR

2BA

32921 Avenida Lestonnac

$730,000

2805

3BR

4BA

178

44546 Mayberry Avenue

$369,000

2512

4BR

3BA

29433 Hidden Lake Drive

$404,000

1814

2BR

2BA

24105 Carancho Road

$850,000

2425

3BR

2BA

135

2416 El Toro Circle

$145,000

1203

2BR

2BA

28339 Star Lane

$345,000

2243

3BR

3BA

38303 Corte Alegria

$853,500

2813

4BR

3BA

106

26590 Hemet Street

$340,000

1850

3BR

3BA

4280 Willowcreek Court

$241,500

1775

4BR

3BA

Murrieta

27312 Paseo De Roberto

$265,000

1423

3BR

2BA

31619 Country View Road

$489,975

2399

3BR

3BA

38472 Glen Abbey Lane

$497,500

2180

3BR

3BA

42145 Calle Barbona

$750,000

3834

4BR

5BA

4141 Park Avenue

$375,000

1780

3BR

2BA

40010 Calle Yorba Vista

$267,819

1200

3BR

2BA

31113 El Torito Court

$375,000

2323

4BR

3BA

1340 Cabrillo Drive

$73,152

1880

3BR

2BA

41669 Valor

$366,000

2447

4BR

3BA

126

40082 Spring Place Court

$349,000

1577

3BR

3BA

557 San Clemente Street

$116,000

827

2BR

1BA

26950 St Julian Circle

$379,000

1858

4BR

3BA

144

30595 Cabrillo Avenue

$1,050,000

3416

4BR

5BA

1030 Elk Street

$73,000

1344

2BR

2BA

37104 Edgemont Drive

$408,000

3349

4BR

3BA

44537 Cayenne

$360,500

1205

3BR

2BA

40835 Camellia Drive

$206,500

1536

3BR

2BA

28960 Camino Alba

$235,000

2016

3BR

3BA

101

40224 LANDRUM Place

$520,000

3025

4BR

3BA

3830 Claremont Street

$263,000

1872

4BR

2BA

30418 Corte Santalina

$367,000

2584

4BR

3BA

40294 Cape Charles Drive

$390,000

1890

3BR

3BA

1515 Johnston Avenue

$122,500

1368

3BR

2BA

35989 Cortona Court

$465,000

3000

3BR

3BA

31533 Calle Los Padres

$352,000

1488

3BR

3BA

1200 Turquoise Street

$187,000

1200

2BR

2BA

40689 Corte Albara

$268,000

1071

2BR

2BA

32662 Dorset Court

$426,000

2204

4BR

3BA

642 Carmalita Street

$210,000

1263

3BR

2BA

39711 Avenida Miguel Oeste

$300,300

1680

4BR

3BA

33104 Yucca Street

$470,000

2888

4BR

3BA

1220 Sunset Cliffs Avenue

$243,000

1556

3BR

2BA

36917 DOREEN Drive

$415,000

3692

5BR

5BA

101

42129 Faber Court

$630,000

3341

5BR

3BA

26098 Dumont Road

$550,000

3425

5BR

4BA

39737 Calle Azucar

$465,000

3411

5BR

4BA

32126 Camino Guarda

$415,000

2147

3BR

3BA

1215 Sapphire Place

$183,500

1034

2BR

2BA

29160 Woodfall Drive

$425,000

3200

5BR

4BA

33276 Corte Canario Drive

$390,000

1697

3BR

2BA

884 Buchanan Street

$218,500

1414

4BR

2BA

23860 Spring Branch Court

$380,000

2318

4BR

3BA

42937 Avenida Amistad

$291,450

1128

2BR

2BA

4925 Country Grove Way

$252,000

1946

5BR

2BA

38576 Quail Ridge Drive

$1,400,000

7428

5BR

6BA

44885 Corte Rodriguez

$367,000

1345

3BR

3BA

2000 Bayou Court

$237,500

1476

3BR

2BA

30194 Savoie

$420,000

3384

4BR

4BA

40288 Mimulus Way

$321,000

1254

3BR

2BA

1863 Oakland Avenue

$120,000

977

2BR

2BA

31815 Abrazo Street

$329,000

1640

3BR

2BA

45675 Classic Way

$360,000

1604

3BR

2BA

3052 Lynae Way

$193,000

1470

2BR

2BA

39718 Avenida Miguel Oeste

$372,000

2010

5BR

3BA

44913 Camino Alamosa

$407,000

1650

4BR

3BA

41129 Academy Drive

$193,000

1092

3BR

2BA

40465 Erica Avenue

$425,000

3146

4BR

3BA

45070 Corte Carolina

$424,000

1668

3BR

2BA

4264 Annisa Avenue

$276,000

2595

4BR

2BA

40424 Crystal Aire Court

$345,000

1428

3BR

2BA

595 San Dimas Street

$131,000

977

2BR

2BA

37125 Wild Rose Lane

$415,000

2060

4BR

2BA

32872 Turtle Dove Drive

$277,000

2322

3BR

3BA

160

40020 Via Oporta

$384,000

2100

3BR

2BA

970 Park Way

$260,000

1165

3BR

2BA

167

30189 Heritage Street

$390,000

1849

4BR

18066 Thoreson Street

$259,990

1782

3BR

2BA

144

23471 Mountain Breeze Drive

$399,900

2076

4BR

32030 Calle Ballentine

$343,000

1383

3BR

3BA

33391 Loquat Street

$327,000

2187

4BR

3BA

106

36229 KETCHUM Road

$417,000

3159

5BR

3BA

169

3BA

20607 Union Street

$475,000

2725

4BR

4BA

2BA

32496 Shadow Canyon

$415,000

2284

4BR

3BA

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31669 Canyon Ridge Drive

$355,000

2486

3BR

3BA

24357 Grouse Lane

$370,000

1900

4BR

3BA

35283 Glen Lane

$350,900

2082

4BR

3BA

33050 Tempe Street

$299,900

1286

3BR

2BA

27536 Viridian Street

$258,000

1456

3BR

3BA

34720 Jennifer Drive

$409,900

1930

3BR

3BA

28 Del Santello

$400,000

2561

4BR

3BA

39593 Willowbend Drive

$362,000

2141

4BR

3BA

29292 Point Shore Drive

$365,000

2595

4BR

3BA

23807 Marin Court

$404,900

2066

4BR

3BA

53032 Gallica Street

$354,900

3237

4BR

3BA

23371 Black Bear Court

$460,000

2855

5BR

3BA

41015 Seafoam Circle

$389,000

3613

5BR

4BA

29673 Serenity Lane

$455,500

3233

4BR

3BA

4113 Poplar Circle

$400,000

3840

5BR

4BA

27835 Tamrack Way

$402,000

3129

5BR

3BA

15655 Vista Way

$227,000

1386

3BR

3BA

29336 Calle Gaviota Street

$229,900

1585

3BR

3BA

71 Corte Madera

$365,000

2330

4BR

3BA

33610 Willow Haven Lane

$277,900

1814

3BR

3BA

29403 Canyon Valley Drive

$350,000

1753

4BR

2BA

24875 Avenida Sombra

$380,000

1857

3BR

3BA

32465 Olive Tree Court

$319,500

2052

5BR

3BA

27836 Eucalyptus Street

$405,000

2615

4BR

3BA

36388 Lantana

$399,000

3066

5BR

3BA

23864 Via Astuto

$292,500

1154

2BR

2BA

711 Sumner Avenue

$185,000

1475

1BR

1BA

40777 Mountain Pride Drive

$363,000

2124

3BR

3BA

32941 Ethlene Drive

$85,000

441

1BR

1BA

39593 Bonaire Way

$364,900

1740

4BR

2BA

28630 Hoylake Court

$200,000

1674

3BR

2BA

130

27344 Pumpkin Street

$509,000

3201

5BR

3BA

December rose care FUNdamentals Frank Brines, Master Consulting Rosarian SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

As welcoming to all gardeners as the recent rains were and as much as it would be great to think it was a sign of future rains and an end to the extended drought, gardeners can only wait for more substantial rains to arrive. The total inches of rain were not enough to sustain gardens for long. The accompanying

cool weather will help to hydrate the thirsty soil. Roses could still be seen actively growing and blooming in many area gardens during the Thanksgiving holiday. However, believe it or not, roses need a four- to six-week rest or dormancy period during the winter months. During dormancy, the plants go through natural hormonal changes that prepare them for the next growing season. Dormancy is triggered by a variety of factors.

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Cold temperatures, including frost, slow the plant’s metabolism which helps bring on dormancy. It helps roses to not deadhead or prune them this month. Allow the rose hips to mature so they can send signals to the plant that it’s time to rest and marshal its energy for a vigorous growth spurt in the spring. Just the same, be sure to monitor plants when daytime temperatures are warm. They still need to be kept hydrated. Also, do not fertilize until after major pruning in January or February, and only after a couple inches of new growth. On the topic of pruning, some gardeners in the Temecula Valley are anxious to prune their roses in December. That’s understandable because there hasn’t been a hard frost yet, even though the average date for first frost in this area is Nov. 17. Unfortunately, pruning in December not only prevents dormancy, but it also produces tender new shoots that will most likely be killed by the next hard frost. So, the bottom line is gardeners must wait four to six weeks after the first frost to do any major spring pruning. Watch the Temecula Valley Rose Society website or local newspapers for the dates for free spring pruning workshops. Plan to attend the pruning demonstration by Virginia Boos, currently scheduled for Jan. 14 at Rose Haven Heritage Garden in Temecula. There isn’t any new informa-

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tion regarding the “chili thrip” Scientists are still working on a treatment that will help control this pest. The Asian “chili thrip” is spreading rapidly in the Southwest and is becoming a global threat. This pest is extremely successful and particularly resistant to conventional control methods. Watch this column for more information as it is known. It is not too late to order new roses. Garden stores may still be

adding to their list of orders or visit a favorite online nursery to order new roses for the garden. There are many fine new roses that are simply must haves. Many are more disease resistant than in the past. For more ideas, visit TVRS’ Rose Haven garden at 30592 Jedediah Smith Road in Temecula or visit TemeculaValleyRoseSociety. org/index.shtml. Spread the joy of roses.

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and then buy from someone else at an open house – All real estate agents work on a commission, meaning if they don’t close a transaction they don’t get paid. Is it fair for a real estate agent to drive you around for weeks, or even months… take your phone calls at all hours of the day/evening and always promptly respond to your emails and texts then decide to tour an open house and buy it from that listing agent? This has got to be the No. 1 pet peeve of nearly every real estate agent – Don’t do it! Working with more than one real estate agent – As we mentioned above, your agent will not earn a dime until they help you find your home and close escrow on it. You should never work with more than one agent at a time. Sure, you may consider it to be convenient to have multiple agents as close as your cellphone, but it is not fair to either of them. It’s OK, even encouraged to interview multiple agents and find the right one, but not work with multiple agents at once. If this is your plan, at least be upfront and let them decide if they want to work with you. Contacting listing agents on

Every first-time homebuyer starts off feeling a little skittish about what to expect not only with the process of qualifying for and buying a home but about finding the perfect REALTOR®. It’s true that agents are more than anxious to find new clients eager to buy or sell their existing home. The first-time buyer looking for the house of their dreams can have serious relationship problems with their real estate agent if they have unreasonable expectations. The seasoned real estate professional should know what they can and cannot accomplish and what is available for the buyer, in their price range. Buyers on the other hand, especially first time buyers who have never worked with a real estate agent can sometimes do things that can strain the relationship and frustrate both parties. Let’s take a look at what every real estate agent wishes their buyers would never do. Work with an Agent for months

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make the necessary adjustments to show you where your offer should be. Don’t be the buyer who thinks if they throw enough junk against the wall some of it is bound to stick (unless you are an all cash investor buyer looking at distressed properties – a whole different conversation). There is a fine line between a time wasting lowball offer and testing the waters with an offer below list price – if you love the home and want to have it, then offer accordingly. Don’t make an offer contingent of selling your home – Most sellers will not really consider your offer, unless you are in escrow and all your buyer’s contingencies have been removed. A seller wants to sell to a ready, willing and able buyer. At least make sure your home is on the market and properly priced if you even think about having a chance at enticing a seller to accept

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Develop an emergency action plan that details your personal course of action in the event of a disaster. This could include sheltering in place, a “bug-out” style escape plan, or other ways of coping with various emergencies. Become familiar with your community’s evacuation routes and passable trails that could be used in an emergency. Assume that internet, telephone land lines and cell phones may not be functional. Investigate possible alternative means of communication such as short-wave, HAM, CB, Marine VHF or FRS radios. Collect and assemble a disaster supplies kit that includes enough water and food to last several days. Learn where to seek shelter from the various types of hazards. Include in your plan required information from community, school and local public safety (police and fire) plans. Practice your plan and maintain a copy of it in a safe and accessible location (i.e., trunk of your vehicle, wallet, USB keychain or lanyard).

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Real Estate / Home & Garden Five reasons why you need a Realtor who gets social media marketing

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1. Over 95 percent of all homebuyers look for houses on the internet. That could pretty much be points one through five right there. Over 95 percent. Of all homebuyers. On the internet. So, if your agent doesn’t know how to position you on social media portals, you are missing an awesome opportunity with over 95 percent of the market. Yeah, don’t do that. 2. Web appeal trumps curb appeal. Back in the day, a real estate agent might tell you how to spiff up your front yard and maybe even paint the front door to impress drive-by buyers. Nowadays, buyers have checked out your kitchen, been in your bathrooms and judged your bedrooms before they have even driven down your street. Your Realtor has got to know how to make your home look its best on the internet the minute your listing hits the market or you risk being the real estate equivalent of a Glamour Don’t. 3. Over 95 percent of all homebuyers look for houses on the internet. I know I said this already. I’m sorry. I just thought it was worth repeating. P.S. Over 95 percent... 4. Volume. How many people have seen your home? If it is on dozens of sites and has preferred placement advantages and banners, I am willing to bet the answer is ‘lots’, maybe even ‘lots and lots.’ More interested buyers almost always equal more money at closing. I recently took a listing for an incredible home that happened to

be a horse property. The last listing agent had marketed it solely to horse owners. It didn’t sell. I marketed it to everyone everywhere for an asking price $19,500 higher than the previous agent. We got four offers in less than a month and are now headed to escrow with buyers who do not currently own horses. Your agent has to know how to position you for broad market appeal if you want to sell for top dollar. 5. Drones - not just for George Lucas anymore. Print media has its place. So, do yellow page ads and broker caravans and pitch meetings. Nothing will entirely replace the old-school marketing methods, but that doesn’t negate the rising importance of new marketing paradigms. Is there a webpage of your home somewhere on the internet? Does it have video? Is there a drone fly-over of your home? If not, why not? Today’s technology makes videography relatively affordable. Today’s buyer makes videography crucial. Your home is probably the most expensive thing you will sell this decade. Find an agent who will pull out all the stops, particularly for top tier properties. Bottom line: the real estate market is changing. Friendships and trust and commonalities will always be important, but we’re talking big money here. Find a trustworthy agent who understands the intricacies of social media marketing if you want to get top dollar for your home (and who doesn’t?). Questions may be directed to Coldwell Banker Village Properties at (760) 728-8000 or Nancy Schrimpf directly at (760) 7172307.

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Website: www.animalfriendsofthevalleys.com Address: 33751 Mission Trail, Wildomar, CA 92595 Phone: (951) 674-0618 • Hours of operation: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

My name is Mouse. I am a beautiful 2-month-old Shih Tzu and a beautiful girl. I came in to the shelter with my sisters and brothers, Lizzy, Larry and Ringo. I was brought in when I was only one day old and my mama died. We have all been bottle-raised in a loving foster home with other small dogs and cats. I am looking for a loving home. For more information on Mouse, please visit the Retrievers and Friends website at www.retrieversandfriends.com or call (951) 696-2428.

My name is Sally. I am 2 and one-half-years-old and so sweet and friendly. I am good with kids and other dogs and love car rides. I am spayed, up-to-date on my shots, microchipped and am looking for a loving home. Intake Number: 93136/R208531

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For more information on Sally, Jack Sparrow and other great pets for adoption, contact the Ramona Humane Society at (951) 654-8802 or visit www.ramonahumanesociety.org.

AFV announces management changes and plans Paul Bandong PBANDONG@REEDERMEDIA.COM Animal Friends of the Valleys announced the departure of longtime Executive Director Willa Bagwell last week. “We thank Willa for her contributions to AFV throughout the years and wish her success in her future endeavors,” said Board chairperson Tammi Boyd. Bagwell was one of the founding members of the nonprofit Lake Elsinore Animal Friends in 1987. The organization grew to serve additional neighboring communities and

changed its name to Animal Friends of the Valleys in 2000 to reflect all the areas it serves. Bagwell was named executive director in 2005. During her tenure, AFV expanded its services and opened its current location in 2010. A Joint Powers Authority was formed between Canyon Lake, Lake Elsinore, Murrieta, Temecula, and Riverside County and tax-free bonds were sold to finance the building of a new shelter, a state-of-the-art 32,000-squarefoot indoor temperature-controlled facility. AFV will receive title to the building after the bonds are retired. The shelter is located at 33751 Mis-

sion Trail in Wildomar. Animal Friends of the Valleys is dedicated to promoting humane care of animals through education and humane, proactive animal service programs. AFV is committed to preventing the suffering of animals and to ending pet overpopulation. AFV currently provides animal control services to the cities of Lake Elsinore, Canyon Lake, Wildomar, Menifee, Murrieta, Temecula and a portion of Riverside County. AFV shelters approximately 10,000 animals each year and provides low-cost spay/neutering and adoption services.

My name is Jack Sparrow. Aren’t I a handsome young fellow? I am a 6-month-old “tuxedo” domestic short hair cat and a very sweet little guy. I love attention and am a great little companion. I am neutered, litterbox trained, up-todate on my shots and good with other kitties and I can go home with you today! Intake Number: 105495/R207656

“AFV will immediately begin an executive search for an executive director,” said Boyd. “Assistant Executive Director Monty Jordan, will serve as interim and along with other supervisory staff, he will manage the daily operations of the shelter. Monty brings years of effective leadership skills and abilities to this position.” “In spite of rumors of a shake-up, it is business as usual,” said Jordan. “We are operating at a high level and there are no significant issues that affect either our quality of care for our animals nor our service to our clients and the communities

we serve. We continue to have a great team in place and are working together with plans in place to bring AFV to the next level.” Boyd said the shelter was “excited” to announce the recent rollout of a new Strategic Plan complete with a revised Mission Statement, Vision Statement, Core Values and a documented plan for the successful and future growth of the animal shelter. “The public is encouraged to visit our festive holiday-decorated shelter and all the special animals available for adoption for the holidays,” said Boyd.

Reduced fees, special treats and visits from Santa during Santa’s Pet Food Drive and Pet Adoption event WILDOMAR – Families can help celebrate the Holiday Season and provide Christmas joy to a homeless or abandoned pet this weekend at the Animal Friends of the Valleys Santa Pet Food Drive and Pet Adoption Event.

BOOKKEEPING

Bookkeeping & Payroll Services

ERIKKA WATTS Building a Solid Foundation to Facilitate Growth

(951) 365-0002 www.Merit-Resources.com info@Merit-Resources.com BUILD DESIGN/CONST.

BLAZE ANTHONY DESIGN New Homes / Additions / Remodel FREE CONSULATION Lic. 177427

(951) 526-7349

The Event will be held Saturday, Dec. 17 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday Dec. 18 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Santa will arrive and will be available for pictures with tots or your pets from noon to 2 p.m. each day.

Visitors are asked to bring donation of dog or cat food of any kind. Special Holiday Adoptions pricing will be in effect for the weekend and all adoptions will be 50 percent off normal adoption fees with Chihuahuas, cats and kittens, and pit

bull breeds just $5. Additionally, through a special grant from Lucky Chi, all dogs adopted from AFV will have their spay and neuter fees paid with cats and kittens at 50 percent off the normal fees. All adopted animals will receive a

special Christmas stocking filled with treats compliments of the Temecula Valley Women’s Club. The Animal Friends of the Valleys shelter facility is located at 33751 Mission Trail in Wildomar. For more information, call (951) 674-0618.

ELECTRICIAN

LANDSCAPING

OFFICE SPACE

REAL ESTATE

OLIVOS LANDSCAPING

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Business Directory ML ELECTRIC

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ELISSA’S ESTATE SALES Let us do ALL the work for you!! Serving the Inland Valley Area. Over 15 years experience. References upon request Elissasestatesales@gmail.com www.californiaestatesale.com

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CONSTRUCTION

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AFFORDABLE GENERAL HANDYMAN SERVICES experienced, fast & reliable service Call Brian

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(760) 717-0731 MASONRY

WYNDHAM MASONRY Pavers, stone, brick, block, retaining walls, repairs, all masonry FREE ESTIMATES LIC#916586

(951) 677-2728 PAINTING

GREG’S QUALITY PAINTING • Interior and Exterior • Repaint Specialist • Quality work, Quality materials • Serving the Temecula Valley, Murrieta and Fallbrook since 1982 • Competitive prices • License #499346

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WOOD’S PAINTING CONTRACTORS Interior ~ Exterior Professional Workmen! Reasonable Rates, Free Estimates Lic#700305 Fallbrook / North County 760-728-1796 / 760-723-1736 Temecula 951-246-0350 / 951-676-6530 www.woodspainting.com

Why RENT when you can OWN? Specializing in Medical office space Right space/Right lender/Custom Builds available

John Grant (951)775-0615 officeprojectmanagement.com

PIANO LESSONS

INDIVIDUAL OR GROUP Children and Adults John and Audrey Teachers with Degrees

(951) 672-9051 PIANO TUNING

FUHR PIANO Repair, Restoration and Tuning Call Bob Fuhr

Or Free Recorded Message

(800) 611-0726 #1041 24 hours a day

HOME PARTNERS REALITY Seniors! Purchase a New Home No Monthly Mortgage Payments No Qualifying - No Credit Check FHA Insured - H UD Approved Relocate to a Senior Community www.ihavenomortgage.com

(951) 445-4833 (951) 816-8206

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KIM & KEN REAL ESTATE GROUP

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(760) 206-3993

MIKE JONES PAVING • Resurfacing • Slurry Seal • Chip Seal • Crack Filling • Patching • Brick Pavers • Concrete • Striping Free Estimates!

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Ron (951) 692-2802 since 1976 Lic # 335784

PONDS - FOUNTAINS

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KEN FOLLIS KenFollisRealtor@gmail.com

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WINDERMERE REAL ESTATE Homes & Estates 746 S. Main Ave., Suite A Fallbrook 760-230-8401 www.windermere.com

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Koi Ponds, Fountains & Lakes Installation ~ Repairs ~ Monthly Serving Reasonable Rates www.rvlponds.com

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Custom Printing On T-Shirts, Hoodies & Hats Great Prices & Free Delivery! www.artofrebellion.com

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CLASSIFIEDS Local Classifieds Animals (Boarding Sitting)

Employment Jobs

For Sale

Real Estate

PET SITTING IN MY HOME Cage free, social environment, day care + long term. Large rooms for exercise and play. References. Call for details. 760-723-6675

EXPERIENCED KITCHEN HELP Line Cook/Prep needed for fast paced Mexican restaurant in Fallbrook. Bilingual a plus. Call Jon 760-728-4556

MEDICAL ITEMS FOR SALE Tons of medical equipment for sale. Crutches, walker/scooter, assistance for restroom, and so much more at the Fallbrook Senior Center Thrift Store located at 399 Heald Lane Fallbrook, CA 92028. 760-723-4602.

BRUBAKER CULTON REAL ESTATE (858 Cameo. Hemet, CA) (Tyler) Fresh and clean! Newly rehabbed! 2bd, 2ba home. Brand new fixtures, new hardware and new garage door. Brand new appliances and new granite counter tops. Large backyard, low maintenance front yard. Brand new permitted roof. Great location and close to shopping. This is a must see!! $194,500. (951) 492-4756

BRUBAKER CULTON REAL ESTATE (44166 Palm Ave. Hemet, CA) (Tyler) Contractor! Farmer! Grower! Hauler! Heavy equipment! Developer! Investor! Storage! Unbelievable value! Home + 2 acres located in the lovely Valley Vista area. 3br, 2ba home with detached two car garage + 10 X 30 metal storage , priced today only for $259,000. (951) 492-4756.

SENIORS HELPING SENIORS Would you love to help someone else Flexible hours. . .you set your schedule! Prior experience working with senior citizens helpful. We’re looking for loving, caring people! Call 760-884-4111 today!

Cabinet Refinishing CABINET REFINISHING Cabinet Color Makeover and Restoration from $999 a kitchen. 20+ years experience, Yelp reviews. Free consultation. License #100417 RefinishArts.com (951)2396702 Jason.

SENIORS HELPING SENIORS Sun City: Seniors Helping Seniors is looking for a loving care giver to do light house cleaning and small meal preparation 4-5 days a week for 4 hours each day. Need to be trustworthy, have a caring heart and pass a background check. Please call 760.884.4111

Car for Sale DIAMOND VALLEY HONDA 2011 Honda Fit Base Hatchback Retail Value:$10,640 DVH Savings:$640. Sale Price:$10,000. Est. Finance:$142/ mo* Engine:1.5L I-4 cyl. Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic. Mileage: 77,339 miles. MPG Range: 28/35. Exterior Color: Taffeta White. Interior Color:Gray. Stock #:T11049. (951)765-2700.

SENIORS HELPING SENIORS Wildomar: Seniors Helping Seniors is looking for a loving care giver to provide assistance 3 days a week for 2 hours a day for a female in Wildomar. Duties require light meal preparation, minor mobility assistance. Care giver must have a caring heart and pass a background check. Experience with Parkinson s a plus.Please call 760.884.4111.

Commercial for Rent FALLBROOK. 2000sq ft shop with offices. Access for big trucks. 447 Ammunition Rd. $1,600 a month. 951302-0502. Commercial/Industrial

SENIORS HELPING SENIORS FALLBROOK: Seniors Helping Seniors is looking for a part time caregiver for short weekend shifts and evening shifts for light meal preparation and minor house keeping. Candidate needs to have compassion to serve others and be willing to work flexible hours. Please call 760.884.4111.

For Rent SHOP SPACE 800 sq. ft. to 1,800 sq. ft. in Fallbrook. 760-728-2807 or 760212-0584.

Employment Jobs EXPERIENCED COOKS & SERVERS A N D H O S T/H O S T E S S. 2 years minimum experience in family style restaurant. Apply in person. 739 E. Mission Rd. Se buscan cocineros con experiencia de 2 anos en restaurante de estilo familiar. Solicite en persona. 739 E. Mission Rd.

FOR SALE 29 acres for sale in De Luz, Fallbrook Remote, peaceful, quite. Seasonal stream. Income avocado and flowers on property. Water and power, telephone. Beautiful little valley. $399,000. Weekends 760-728-2012. Cell 310-612-3547. Private seller.

House Cleaning EXCELLENT HOUSECLEANING 30 years experience. Fallbrook, Bonsall, and Temecula. Good References. Call Maria (760) 723-8128.

Miscellaneous Wanted MISCELLANEOUS WANTED IN O C E A N S I D E I buy old military uniforms, medals, knives, helmets, etc. Even stinky stuff you think is trash. Bob MilitaryPickers.com (760) 450-8498

Real Estate GORGEOUS VIEW LOT Want privacy, and a Tuscany view Your dream home, casita and sparkling pool can be built right here in Fallbrook tucked in off the street for solitude and privacy. 4 bedroom septic layout. Did we mention the view! ! $171,000. Rudy Sandy Gallegos. Remax United (760) 985-9600

For Rent TRAILER FOR RENT 28 ft trailer De Luz/ Fallbrook. Remote area. For rent on ranch. $700. Saturday-Tuesday (760) 728-2012, (310) 612-3547.

BRUBAKER CULTON REAL ESTATE (40670 Johnston. Hemet, CA) (Tyler) Clean, Clean, Clean!! Fully rehabbed 2br, 1ba optional huge 3rd bedroom or great room. Has new everything, new stucco, new exterior and interior paint throughout. New garage door, new electrical throughout and new electrical panel, a/c, new fixtures, new hardware, new wood laminate, new carpet, new appliances to be installed at COE. Windows are dual pane with new window coverings. Large yard. Don t miss out, this is a must see!! $179,900. (951) 492-4756. BRUBAKER CULTON REAL ESTATE (388 Terry Lane. Hemet, CA) (Tyler) Updated throughout! New flooring, new paint, new base, new fixtures, new hardware. Nice family starter home with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, den and enclosed patio. This home has a large backyard and a detached workshop/ shed. This is a must see! $169,800. (951) 492-4756. BRUBAKER CULTON REAL ESTATE (211 S. Jordan. San Jacinto, CA) (Tyler) 2 Homes, 1 lot! Clean and fully rehabbed corner lot home with a studio included. Room for entertaining on this large fenced lot. Main home is a standard 1br, 1ba optional 2nd br or den and the studio has 1br, 1ba. New everything including flooring, hardware, fixtures, appliances, window coverings, furnace, garage door and new paint throughout. Indoor laundry hook ups. This is a must see! $139,900. (951) 492-4756.

RV for Sale BOB’S RV SALES 2011 31 Chaparral Travel Trailer w/Large Slide. A/C, Power Awning, Outside Kitchen. 6800lbs. Dry Weight $16,995.00. Bob s RV Sales. 44219 HWY 74 Hemet, Ca. 951-9271377 ex.1 BOB’S RV SALE 2005 34 Sierra Sport Toy Hauler Travel Trailer. AC, Generator, Fuel Station Sleeps 10, 8200lbs Dry Weight. $15995.00. Bob s RV Sales. 44219 HWY 74 Hemet, Ca. 951-927-1377 ex.1 BOB’S RV SALES 2007 25 Nomad Travel Trailer. Lite 4625 lbs. Dry Weight. Ducted A/C. Awning. Stab. Jacks Power Jack. $11995.00. Bob s RV Sales. 44219 E. Florida Ave. Hemet, Ca. 951-927-1377 ex.1

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PREGNANT? CONSIDERING ADOPTION? Call us first. Living expenses, housing, medical, and continued support afterwards. Choose adoptive family of your choice. Call 24/7. 1-877-879-4709 (CalSCAN)

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VILLAGE PROPERTIES Each Office Is Independently Owned and Operated

NEW LISTINGS

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Drop off a new unwrapped toy at our office Nice clean upstairs unit, ready to move in. Great Investment Property, or Starter Home. Floor plan offers two master suites, with two full baths. Kitchen includes Refrig, Washer & Dryer. Cozy fireplace in living room. 160063775 $198,000

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Turn Key Home with a Detached guest suite in the sought after community of Pepper Tree park. this luxurious home is on a quiet cul-de-sac and is loaded w/upgrades incl an owner owned solar electric sys. Main home has 4BD. 160058744 $699,500

Sheer Elegance ~ 4BD, 3.5BA all w/granite counter tops, private office, formal dining room, double master suites, one w/cozy fplc, gourmet kit w/large center island, granite counters& large walk-in pantry. Stunning high end lighting fixtures, central vac, zoned heating & air, dazzling pool & spa. 160060813 $789,000

LAND/BUILDING SITES Explore the possibilities...home sits on just over a gentle acre, fully fenced and gated. Plenty of room to plant or play. This 3BD home has formal LR w/ vaulted ceiling & skylights, fplc and wood floors. The kitchen has new applcs. 160060026 $580,000

Pala Mesa Fairway Villas! Golf Course View! Lovely entry landscaping. 2+den. Complex has 2 pools, 3 spas, walking trails and trash pick-up. Very desirous location. They go fast! 2 car garage. 160051860 $365,000

6.51 acre charming custom VICTORIAN FARMHOUSE in private peaceful setting! Rare architectural find characterized by 19th Century Turrets, Gables soaring 35’ above ground level, Fish Scale shingles, 10’ ceilings & over 2000 sqft of covered porches for yr round outdoor San Diego living! 160018122 $745,000 Land without a home due to fire. Views and pool are still there! 1.18 acres with approximately 50 remaining avocado trees. Great location! 3/4” water meter, existing septic and underground power needs to be updated with county. 160061689 $210,000 High on the hills of Bonsall with panoramic views of Palomar Mountain and the village below lies this pristine 26 acre building site. Ideal for a vineyard estate. Put your label on this one! 160045002 $799,000

Custom built single story with light,bright, flexible open floorplan. Stunning views, gentle sloping grounds, fruit trees & room for your dreams. 2 master suites, den/3rd bedroom. Move-in ready. 160063705 $639,000

First time on the Market! Lovely mature 4BD In one of Fallbrook’s premier neighborhoods near lanes end. Versatile floorplan w/space for a large active family. Formal & informal dining and living areas w/2 cozy fireplaces. 160053018 $685,000

5 ACRES - . Panoramic views and access to the Santa Margarita River Trail. Would make a wonderful building site. 1 1/2 inch water meter. Possible Seller Financing. 160061285 $199,000

Field of Dreams! Outstanding all useable 25 acre ranch with 5306 SF, 3 BR home, private irrigated baseball field, 13 stall horse barn, 6 pastures w/well irrigation, huge car collector’s barn, pool, original farm barn & much more. 160004017 SW16014872 $3,250,000

OUR COLDWELL BANKER VILLAGE PROPERITES AGENTS: Don Bennetts Kimberly Biller

Judy Bresnahan Pat Bresnahan Abby Elston

Susie Emory Jane Felton Jerry Gordon

Lorene Johnson Paul Kavanaugh Ruth Kavanaugh

Bret Hasvold Chris Hasvold Cynthia Hauff

Linda Gordon Tess Hansford Eddie Harrison

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Jordan Rochlis Nancy Schrimpf Jessi Scrape

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THE FEEL OF COUNTRY LIVING WITHOUT THE DRIVE. Your own haven with this 2314 sf ranch style home nestled on an acres of trees, flowers and shrubs $556,000 just minutes from town.

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SPECTACULAR VIEW WITH LAND FOR VINEYARD. Charming 3BD, 2BA has that and so much more. Separate site w/water, elec & inviting camper for overnight guests or caretaker. Possible barn? Front & back decks. $429,000

Cheryl Pizzo & Don Bennetts

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CalBRE #01193680

760.522.2588

LoreneRealtor@aol.com

Enjoy the beautiful hilltop views on 13+ acres. Family compound, that offers both the main home, plus two bedroom guest house. Need appointment to preview. $795,000

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CalBRE# 00612840

Wonderful Community

HILLTOP LOCATION IN EXCLUSIVE WILT ROAD AREA

Just minutes to the I-15 commute corridor. Stunning Hacienda inspired estate is beautifully designed and fully appointed offering casual comfort with a seamless blend of indoor & outdoor living. 3 en’suites plus an optional 4th currently used as an office with private outside entrance. Courtyard casita brings bedroom total to 5. U-shaped hacienda w/courtyard pool & dining. Come for a visit, stay for a lifetime. Offered at $1,590,888

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Marketing Fallbrook for 35 years

Calbre# 01450115

East Ridge Home!

donna@cbvillage.com

Personal Dedicated Service

Cheryl 760-468-2218 Don 760-822-3284

Custom East Ridge home features spacious great room floor plan that opens to the kitchen and sunny breakfast room. The home has ample built in storage, book shelves, linen storage and even a work bench in the garage. East Ridge is a gated community with clubhouse, pool, tennis courts, walking trails and RV storage. Offered at $429,900

760-522-7112

LORENE JOHNSON

Specializing in Fallbrook For 30 yearS

CalBRe# 00815495

Donna Shanahan

Hilltop Views

Playgrounds, walking trails + easy access for your work commute and the perfect entertaining backyard makes this home the sweetest place to live. Large semi open floor plan. Master BD w/large walk-in closet, 2 BD w/Jack-and-Jill BA and the 4th BD downstairs w/ full bath across hallway. $469,000

Jessi scrape 760.419.9802

sellwithjess@gmail.com

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CalBRE #01929597

Tri-Level Private Home Single Story Custom on 1.07 View Acres. Appx 3758 sq ft, 4 Bd, 3 Ba, Recently painted inside and out, near new Custom pool, Plenty of room for entertaining + 3 car garage. Beautiful Views. Call me for more details! Offered at $899,000

Beautiful Southwestern Style single story custom on 11.7 acres with amazing panoramic view (Ocean view on a clear day). Massive kitchen/great rm area for entertaining or family gatherings. Kit has granite countertops incl the 9’ island with food prep sink, Wolf 5 burner stove. Double door entry with tile floor inlay includes French doors to the outdoor pergola. Solar sys is paid for. Oversized 2 car garage (32x27). plus det. workshop. Offered at $890,000

Call Tom Van Wie 760.703.6400

GERI SIDES, GRI, BROKER ASSOCIATE

tvw@sbcglobal.net CalBRE #01412145

Bring the family to this TriLevel 4 BD home. Family room w/wet bar. Wood floor leads to kitchen and a wonderful deck. Located on a private street near schools, bank and shopping. Very private backyard. Many ceiling fans.

1ST IN CUSTOMER SERVICE AWARDS

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Offered at $459,000 2015 Outstanding Performance Recipient

Call Today 760.207.8497

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CalBRE#00414751

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