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March 26, 2010
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This Week's Official CLPOA News
Assessments to remain the same next year
The adoption of the 2010-2011 Property Owners Association Budget and Fee Schedule came without much fanfare or discussion at the March meeting of the Board of Directors. The budget and fee schedule are available in the hard copy of this week's paper.
Teens invited to party Monday at the Lodge
It’s spring break and time for fun! In an effort to give local teens a place to socialize and dance in a safe and supervised environment, the Canyon Lake Jr. Women’s Club, along with Mike Shroyer of Canyon Lake Street Carts, will host a “Teen Night” this coming Monday, March 29, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the Pool View Room at the Lodge.
Kendra heads to National Spelling Bee
Kendra Burns, an 8th grader at Canyon Lake Middle School, will represent Riverside County at the National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C. as a result of being the first place winner at the 2010 County Spelling competition held on Wednesday, March 24.
The campaign begins
Signs are going up around the community and campaigning has begun for the four candidates who remain in the race for the POA Board of Directors.
City Connection: Judge dismisses restraining order request
Mayor Pro Tem Barry Talbot was told by a judge last Friday that, as a public official, he needs “thicker skin,” according to attorney Richard Beck, who represented former City Councilman John Zaitz at a hearing in Department 301 at the Southwest Justice Center in Murrieta on March 19.
City Connection: City Manager gets emergency response training
City Manager Lori Moss participated in the National League of Cities (NLC) Emergency Management Training Program this week to learn the roles and responsibilities of local officials during an emergency, disaster or terrorist attack. The program was held on March 22 and 23 in Long Beach.
City Connection: Take a few moments to answer census questions
Residents are reminded to fill out the 10-question census questionnaire, which is completely confidential and takes only a few minutes to fill out. Participation is critical, say City officials. As of mid-week, 16 percent of Canyon Lakers had mailed back their questionnaires, according to census official Ron Williams.
City Connection: Two arrested for gun possession
A police helicopter was called to assist with the search in Canyon Lake for a suspect who fled the scene after a routine traffic stop near midnight on March 16.
City Connection: Time to check smoke detectors
Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department Chief John R. Hawkins offers residents the following tips on smoke detectors.
City Connection: Crime Stats graph
City Connection: Crime Stats map
Library has full schedule of events for April
With spring in the air, the Friends of the Library and volunteers have a full schedule of events planned for the month of April.
Hop to it!
Parents are invited to bring their kids to the Farmers’ Market to visit the Easter Bunny and have their pictures taken by vendor Photography by GZ.
The Easter Carnival is next Saturday
Kids have something to look forward to next weekend when the Jr. Women’s Club and the Men’s Golf Club host the annual Easter Carnival on Saturday, April 3, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The egg hunt will begin at 10: 30 a.m.
Doctor warns against keeping cell phone in bra
Recently, Carolyn Knight got an e-mail message from her trusted breast cancer surgeon and friend, Dr. John G. West.
“I am e-mailing you because of an issue that I believe to be of extreme medical importance,” wrote Dr. West. “I am concerned that there may be a direct link between cell phone exposure and breast cancer..."
Taxpayers should beware of tax preparer fraud
While most tax return preparers provide excellent service to their clients, the Internal Revenue Service urges people to be very careful when choosing a return preparer this filing season.
Calling "old salts"
“Let’s get the hulls waxed and the sails trimmed for another summer of sailing,” says Rolly Bittermann, who invites all interested residents to come out to Diamond Point Park every Wednesday at 5 p.m., where a group of enthusiasts set sail their remote-controlled boats.
Arts and Entertainment: Take a 'Sentimental Journey'
Over the years, the Canyon Lake Community Theatre audiences have been carried Over the Rainbow to Oz, heard the hills come alive with the Sound of Music, winged their way to Neverland, ventured Into the Woods and, most recently, danced all night in Victorian England. The CLCT members now invite their friends and neighbors to buy a ticket for a “Sentimental Journey” and be swept back to the big band era to a time when swing music was king and romance was its queen.
Movie Reviews by Reel People: 'The Bounty Hunter'
Create a rom-com (romantic comedy) without much rom and even less com, and you’d have “The Bounty Hunter.” But, include Jennifer Aniston, Gerard Butler and Christine Baranski, and you could maintain a level of audience interest. Butler and Aniston carry all the chemistry of Fred and Wilma, but not many will be yelling “yabba dabba doo!”
Day Tripping with Mary: A flower-filled day - this one's for Mom
I would like to dedicate this column and day to my mom, Joann Breithaupt, who loved flowers, gardening and the beauty of life.
A rainbow of colors greeted us as we entered the Flower Fields of Carlsbad on a sunny, warm March day. Rows of pink, yellow, orange and red buttercup type flowers called ranunculus are spread across 50 acres of hillside overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Betsy's Best Bets: Parents can survive spring break with this guide
A neighbor approached me a few days ago and said, “I’m waiting on you for spring break ideas so the kids and I don’t go crazy!” I guess she knew I was bound to compile a list of stuff to do because my kiddos and I need it as badly as anyone else.
Canyon Lake Ink: Woman's flair for dramatic captured in tattoos
Celebrity gossip columnist and mom Kristin Southall loves to express her creativity through writing and her many tattoos.
Letter: Compassionate ladies
What a great experience our golf community had with the celebration of life for Casey Dean. This is a very special community that we live in. I have never experienced so many loving and compassionate ladies in one place at one time, ever.
Letter: A special thank you
How wonderful was the Niners Golf Club’s celebration of life party for Casey Dean. She would have been so pleased and honored by all the people who showed up at the Country Cub.
Letter: Paul will get things done
I would like to say why I think Paul Chenette would make a great POA Board member. Like myself, Paul has lived in the community for over 25 years. Paul has been involved in many clubs and organizations. He was one of the founders of the Canyon Lake Jr. Golf Program.
Letter: Chuck worthy of support
There’s an old golf saying that goes like this: “If you really want to know a person, play golf with him.” Somehow, the golf game brings out the good, bad and the ugly. It often reveals interesting information about a person’s character.
Letter: Kitties need a home
It breaks my heart. Recently I have had not one but two stray cats wander into my backyard. Both cats were homeless, starving and scared.
Near and Far: Down on the old homestead
Sandy and Leonard Fulmer recently visited Sandy’s brother, who will be 90 in October, on the old home place Sandy’s grandfather purchased 100 years ago in what is now Weaver, Alabama. According to Sandy, an old road once led to the farmhouse, which was part of a log cabin that was built in the late 1800s and no longer exists.
In Memoriam: Don Haggerty
Donald Paul Haggerty, 87, passed away on March 17.
In Memoriam: Caleb Hawkins
Caleb T. Hawkins passed away at Pacific Hospital in Long Beach on Sunday, March 21, at the age of 71.
Golfing opportunities: JWC Charity Golf Tourney
It’s not too late to sign up for the Canyon Lake Jr. Women’s Club (JWC) inaugural Charity Golf Tournament to be held tomorrow, March 27, at the Canyon Lake Golf Course.
News Briefs: Easter Services
Local churches are inviting residents to attend their Easter Services.
Adopt-a-pet: April and Zach
This week’s pets are April and Zach. April is a 5-year-old white and brown fox terrier and a real love bug. She’s already spayed and ready to go. Zach is a gray 8-week-old domestic short haired male that is very cute and cuddly.
Photo of the week: 'Follow the yellow . . ."
Barbara Spraul was preparing to take a boat ride when the walkway leading to the boat slips at Englers Landing drew her attention.
This Week's Official CLPOA News
Board names interim general manager team
The Property Owners Association Board of Directors last week announced the hiring of David Rudat and Jovan Grogan of Management Partners Incorporated to serve as an interim general management team to help the Association with day-to-day operations and the search for a permanent general manager. They are contracted month to month until the general manager’s position is filled.
Members sought for ad hoc golf RFP committee
Members are sought to serve on the Ad Hoc Executive Golf Professional Proposal Review Committee in order to review and evaluate proposals received by the Canyon Lake Property Owners Association in response to Request for Proposals (RFP) for golf professional services.
Sponsors sought for 'Fiesta Day Gone Country'
“Fiesta Day Gone Country” will be the theme of the annual Fiesta Day on May 29. Pastor Pete Van Dyke of Canyon Lake Community Church will be the grand marshal of the parade and the Silverados will provide music for festivities at the Lodge.
What's cooking at the Country Club?
Happy Campers: make note of deadlines
Because Happy Camp is a very popular place over holiday weekends, Campground Manager Dwight Cogdill has announced the dates reservations will be accepted for Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day.
Try art classes over the break
“Spring into Art” classes will be held over spring break for kids 6 to 12 years old and anyone else who would like to participate. Taught by Jamie Frederick, the “artsy/crafty” classes will be held in the Pool View Room at the Lodge on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, March 29, 31 and April 1, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Try Horse Camp over the break
The POA is offering a Horse Camp for kids ages 6 and above, beginning Monday, March 29. Sessions are four consecutive days, Monday through Thursday, from 9 to 11 a.m.; the cost is $100 per child.
Dog training classes
Does Fido need to learn obedience? Group dog training classes are ongoing each Saturday at noon at Eastport Park.
Sign up for computer classes
The POA is offering a new schedule of computer classes that begin next month. Register at the Member Services desk, making checks payable to the Senior Committee.
Pool open a little later during spring break
Although water aerobics participants at left were happy to be back in the Pool when it opened March 15 after the winter break, the swimming hole will be a popular destination for all ages during spring break next week.
Keys to BLM land
The north side of Canyon Lake has three locked gates for which Members in Good Standing can get keys to access trails in the Bureau of Land Management area, according to Member Services Administrator Kathie Barnes.
ACCording to the ACC: Shorezone improvements, seawalls
Since the Shorezone (the strip of property surrounding the Lake) property is leased by the Association from EVMWD, the applicant is actually seeking approval to install and maintain improvements upon the Association’s leasehold.
Senior Center Activities: Senior Potluck and Dance is this Sunday
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