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February 27, 2009
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This Week's Official CLPOA News
Hillside ordinance a step closer to passing
Step outside and what do you see? Chances are good some part of your Canyon Lake vista includes at least one hill, maybe more. Most homes here are built on hills – although for many, the hilly contour disappeared under an earthmover’s blade more than four decades ago. Around the perimeter of the community, some hills and ridgelines already have been impacted by development and some still rise in a fairly natural state.
Hillside and Ridgeline Overlay map
If adopted, the City’s Hillside and Ridgeline Ordinance would pertain only to those properties specifically contained within the identified Hillside Overlay Areas, which are seen in the crosshatched sections of the map.
Cities reach agreement on commercial center
A mutual settlement agreement approved by the Canyon Lake City Council last Thursday officially put an end to a lawsuit filed by Canyon Lake against Lake Elsinore regarding the location of an equestrian trail in a proposed commercial center that will abut Canyon Lake’s North Gate. The settlement, which was approved by the Lake Elsinore City Council at its meeting on January 27, will place the trail crossing at the future location of Dowling Rd.
City Connection: Ordinance provides guidelines for development
Introduced at last Thursday’s meeting, City of Canyon Lake Ordinance No. 112 would add a chapter to the City’s Municipal Code regulating development on hillsides and ridgelines that, because of their topography, require special consideration to ensure they are developed in a way that “substantially maintains their natural character and environmental and aesthetic values” and to promote the goals and objectives of the City’s general plan, specifically with regard to open space.
City Connection: Kessler pleads guilty, sentencing set for May
On Tuesday, former Canyon Lake City Councilmember Frank Kessler pleaded guilty to one count of embezzlement as part of a plea agreement that reduces his possible punishment from almost five years in prison to no more than 180 days in jail. Sentencing in the case has been postponed until May, with Riverside Superior Court Judge James Warren granting Frank’s request for the delay so that he can deal with undisclosed health issues.
City Connection: Warning signs removed
It’s okay to go back in the water. Warning signs posted February 10 in accordance with State of California Department of Health Services regarding possible contaminated water as a result of substantial runoff from the recent rains were removed on Monday, as test results indicated the Lake to be clear of any contamination. Residents can call the POA hotline at 244-6841, ext. 700, at any time for information regarding Lake conditions.
City Connection: City accepting bids for surplus equipment
The Canyon Lake City Council has approved a list of surplus equipment to be auctioned. Monies received from the sale of the items will be placed in the City’s general fund. The City will entertain bids from interested purchasers through noon on Wednesday, March 11. All items are sold as is, with no warranties of any kind, and are not available for inspection.
City Connection: Correction
In the February 13 issue of The Friday Flyer, an article regarding Councilmember Jordan Ehrenkranz’ recusal from discussion and voting on two hillside ordinances provided incorrect information concerning a loan he had made to KC Flooring, a business owned by Sky Blue principal Dave Carlton, and paid back through Hixavo Partnership, another of Dave’s holdings.
City Connection: News and notes
Canyon Lake Mayor Pro Tem Nancy Horton is now holding office hours at City Hall one day per month, beginning Wednesday, March 11. She will be available from 4 to 6 p.m. “The purpose of the office hours is to give residents an opportunity to discuss issues of importance to them, ask for information or find out if the topic is a City issue or a POA area of jurisdiction,” says Nancy
Chamber News
The Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce will hold its next regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, March 11, at 11:30 a.m. in the banquet room of Pepe’s Restaurant. Riverside County Director of Transportation, Juan Perez, will be the featured guest speaker and his discussion will center on plans for the completion of Newport Rd.
'Charlie Brown' opens tonight
“You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown” will be the first production to be held in Temescal Canyon High School’s new “Black Box Theater.” It will open at 6:30 p.m. tonight. A 1 p.m. matinee and 6:30 p.m. showing will take place tomorrow, February 28. Theater lovers of all ages will enjoy the musical, based on characters from the popular Charles Schultz comic strip “Peanuts,” that will be performed with a live professional band.
Little League season opens tomorrow
The Gault Field baseball fields are groomed, the clay is in place, the gloves are oiled, the uniforms are clean and it’s time to play ball! Tomorrow, the opening ceremonies for Canyon Lake Little League will be held, with the annual pancake breakfast beginning at 7 a.m. The day’s festivities also will include a live musical performance from 9 to 9:45 a.m. by TC Fugate of Canyon Lake Community Church Threshold services.
Lions and Lioness host Bingo this Sunday
The Canyon Lake Lions and Lioness Clubs host Bingo the first and third Sundays of each month at 1 p.m. in the City Multi-purpose Room. The next Bingo will be this Sunday, March 1. Bring a new guest to Bingo and receive a $10 game card free. All proceeds are donated to a variety of charities. For more information, contact Sharon Timms at 244-3555 or Joanna Spiller at 244-1553.
Sign up for Lions golf tournament
The Canyon Lake Lions will hold their 19th annual charity golf tournament on Thursday, March 12, with a 12:30 shotgun at the Canyon Lake Golf Course. Players’ check-in starts at 10:30 a.m., so participants are encouraged to come early, get acquainted, have a drink or snack, hit a bucket of balls and play in the putting contest.
Tickets on sale now for Fine Arts Guild concert
The Inland Valley Symphony Orchestra, led by Conductor Jeanine Trent, will provide the musical program for the Fine Arts Guild’s spring concert, “Classic Music,” set for Saturday March 28, at 7:30 p.m. at the Lodge. The evening will be filled with songs from Broadway musicals, familiar operas and a whole array of musical favorites. Conductor Trent is well known to Canyon Lake audiences for her enthusiastic and vivacious performances at the podium and the piano.
Looking Back: What happened in February of past years?
In February of 1974, the Canyon Lake Woman’s Club was actively forming a community Blood Bank to serve the needs of local residents and their families. The nearest medical facility was then the Lakeview Community Hospital off State Highway 71 (now Interstate 15) and Bundy Canyon. “Ernie’s,” a Mexican-American Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge, opened its doors next to the Canyon Lake Motel on Railroad Canyon Rd.
Movie Reviews by Reel People: 'Rachel Getting Married'
“Hey, didn’t I see you on ‘Cops?’” That’s not exactly what you want to hear from a perfect stranger; or from anyone for that matter, especially if it’s true. But, poor Kym, a recovering addict, played with unqualified conviction (pun intended) by Anne Hathaway (“Princess Diaries”), is continually reminded of her troubled past by everyone she meets.
Near and Far with The Friday Flyer: A campground twin
Joe and Valerie Grillo are pictured on Valentine’s Day in Grand Junction, Colorado, where they couldn’t pass up the chance for a photo op with The Friday Flyer at another Canyon Lake Campground.
Announcement: Grand Champion
Ashlynn Schiavon, who rides at the Canyon Lake Equestrian Center and is trained by Alex Radamirovich, competed in the Greater San Diego Hunter Jumper Association Grand Champion finals in Del Mar in November and won two events.
Announcement: Titan Wrestlers make it to the Masters
Four Temescal Canyon High School wrestlers took top honors at the Individual Championships Southern Division (CIF) at Chaparral High School in Temecula on February 21. These wrestlers will continue on to the Masters match tomorrow.
Announcement: Prize-winning quilts
Several Canyon Lake quilters participated in the Valley Quilters 29th annual quilt show in San Jacinto over the weekend of February 13 and 14. The show featured 131 quilts and drew a crowd of more than 1,500 attendees.
In Memoriam: Lorraine Patterson
Former resident, Lorraine “Pat” Patterson, 78, passed away on January 11 in Bloomingdale, Illinois.
In Memoriam: Dale Booth
Former Canyon Lake resident Dale Booth, 83, passed away on February 15; he was a resident of Sun City at the time.
In Memoriam: Alan Shepard
A celebration of life will be held for Alan J. Shepard, who was born on July 19, 1947 and died on February 16.
Letter: Weren't prepared in emergency
As new grandparents, we want to say a big “thank you” to our Canyon Lake Station 60 firefighters and the American Medical Response team in the Canyon Lake Towne Center who both came in record time – an unbelievable four minutes – to our emergency last Thursday night! Our grandson, Luke, who is 17 months old, suffered a febrile seizure (a seizure caused by a high fever) and went unconscious.
Letter: Hillside ordinance
I am writing this letter to thank the Canyon Lake City Council for moving forward with a long, overdue hillside building ordinance for our area. Our surrounding natural topography is a huge component of our property values and I am glad the Council is interested in protecting homeowners.
Letter: Roadrunner Park
According to The Friday Flyer, the POA is planning to go ahead with a restroom at Roadrunner Park. Because of the location of the park, they will also need to build a lift station. With summer approaching, will this become another Indian Beach fiasco?
Letter: Open house with Director Johnston
I have been deeply concerned that when the POA Open Community Forum meetings were cancelled in January, the POA Board and Staff lost a very important informal method of communicating with residents. I have said to a number of people that I would be hosting an open house on Tuesday. I have changed the location to my home at 22434 Loch Lomond Dr.
This Week's Official CLPOA News
It's time to determine eligibility for voting
Canyon Lake Property Owners are reminded they have until Monday, March 2, to clear their accounts, pay off fines and catch up on their POA dues if they want to vote for new Directors at the General Meeting in May. Only “Members in Good Standing” will be allowed to vote.
Team Play teams head to playoffs
Two of Canyon Lake’s golf teams are going to the Southern California Golf Association (SCGA) playoffs. The Saturday Team is 5-1 in the regular season, having lost its final match to Pacific Club in San Clemente last Saturday. However, an earlier defeat of Pacific on February 14 in a home match guaranteed Canyon Lake’s spot in the playoffs.
Mark Huston will be at Country Club tonight
Tonight’s entertainment at the Country Club is Mark Huston and Working Men. The dinner specials are Cajun catfish and curried chicken. In addition to the regular menu, other Country Club favorites include two cuts of prime rib – an 8-oz. cut for $14.95 and a 10-oz. cut for $18.95; and baby back ribs – a half slab for $12 and a full slab for $15.35.
Residents staying active with exercise classes
Chair volleyball meets Friday mornings at 9:30 a.m. in the Holiday Bay Room. There is no charge to participate. Players remain seated while a beach ball is volleyed over a short net. “When everyone arrives we split the group in half and begin playing – the more the merrier,” organizer Deborah Harper says.
Learn to golf
There are many residents who take advantage of one of the community’s most beautiful amenities – the Golf Course. But there are others who don’t – many because they simply don’t know how to play the game. Golf Pro Dave Lindeman would like to help Canyon Lakers solve that dilemma by offering a beginners’ golf clinic for women and a beginners’ clinic for couples.
From the Director's Chair: Welcome packet
For the new owners to Canyon Lake, the Association is in the process of creating a welcome packet. The Association would like to give the new residents an opportunity to learn about the community, understand some of the amenities and to provide some helpful information to new residents. The staff has created this in hopes of making new residents feel welcome and at home in the community.
ACCording to the ACC: Screening
Along with everything else these days, the cost of electricity has skyrocketed. The cost increase has led many folks to consider alternate sources of power. Some members have elected to install propane tanks and others have gone with solar panels.
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