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October 7, 2011
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This Week's Official CLPOA News
Board names new GM
Canyon Lakers got a chance to meet and briefly hear from new General Manager Jeremy Wilson at Tuesday night’s Board meeting after being introduced by POA President Paul Chenette. Paul explained that the Board selected Jeremy after an extensive search and examination of 53 resumes and three individual interviews.
Committee says City fire department too expensive
After several months of research, members of the Ad Hoc Public Safety Advisory Committee announced this week that their findings show the true cost for Canyon Lake to start its own independent fire department, as outlined in the Fire Protection Proposal presented to the City late last year by Patrick Colleary, a resident and former fire chief with other departments, would be as much, or higher, than the City is now paying Riverside County for these services.
Pylon sign - out with the old, in with the new
The new Towne Center sign, scheduled to be installed in front of Pepe’s Restaurant, is making its debut this week without much fanfare. Installation of the 24-foot high, 10-foot wide multi-tenant pylon sign with LED message board is taking place almost exactly one year to the day since City Planner Paul Rull first presented Quiel Bros’ proposal for the new sign to the City Council’s Planning Committee.
Relay for Life Kicks off tomorrow at CLMS
Residents whose lives have been touched by cancer are invited to come out for the 9th annual American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life this Saturday and Sunday, October 8 and 9, at the Canyon Lake Middle School track. Even those not participating with a team are invited to come for the day and evening to enjoy the dancing, music, vendors and Luminaria Ceremony.
Car Show draws classic car enthusiasts
This year’s Car Show registered an all time high of 265 pre-1973 cars. Of those car owners, 200 attended an evening gala of dinner and dancing at the Lodge, according to Car Club spokesperson, Joe Landin, who says, “The Lodge did a fabulous job and the food was great!” He also thanks residents who supported the show with their attendance and vendors who participated. Joe offers a special note of appreciation to Bob and Kathy Earleywine of Bob Earleywine Performance for sponsoring the band and decorating the Holiday Bay Room.
Nancy discusses roadwork, memorial and more
Mayor Pro Tem Nancy Horton opened her monthly “Coffee with the Mayor Pro Tem” meeting on September 22 by announcing her satisfaction with the progress of the Veteran’s Memorial being built in the Towne Center Park near the Marty Gibson Business Walk of Fame. The Veterans Memorial will be unveiled at the Veterans Day ceremony on November 11, 2011.
City Connection: Calling all veterans, active duty service personnel
The City of Canyon Lake Veterans Day Committee is planning the 3rd annual Veterans Day event and Veterans Monument dedication. The monument includes the emblems of the four services (Army, Marine Corps, Navy and Air Force) in order of their birthdays, with the Coast Guard, which is part of the Navy during war time, immediately below the Navy emblem.
City Connection: Volunteers wanted for emergency drill in October
It has become an annual plea over the years in Canyon Lake and it is truer than ever: volunteers are urgently needed to meet the emergency preparedness needs of this community. The Canyon Lake Emergency Preparedness Committee (CLEPC) will be having a City-wide damage assessment drill on Saturday, October 22, from 9 a.m. until noon.
City Connection: Reporting on public safety
Departments provided monthly statistics at the October meeting of the Public Safety committee on October 4.
Plus Canyon Lake Crime Stats.
Upcoming fun activities planned at Library
There are lots of fun activities planned for October at the Library culminating, with the Parade of Frights on October 29.
Chamber Notes
The Chamber will sponsor an Oktoberfest, with food and fun for all ages, on Saturday, October 8, from 5 to 9 p.m. in the Towne Center. This event is hosted by Tom Gibson, owners of Pepe’s Restaurant, and Ria and Pete Riley, owners of the Sports Stop.
Visit Farmers Market
Hot and ready food vendors are being added to the weekly Farmers Market in the Towne Center. Premiering last week was Guillermo Chairez, with tacos, carnitas, carne asada and pollo asada tacos with all the fixings. Chairez expects to add nachos and bean/cheese burritos in the future.
EHS to defend its title at Constitution Quiz
For the 16th year, the Menifee Valley Masonic Lodge will conduct a Constitution Quiz among teams representing local high school students.
Rookies come through in 'PB Challenge'
The Ski Club held its last scheduled tournament of the calendar year where the skiers’ “personal best” (PB) score was used for a baseline handicap setting. The events on October 1 and 2 included three rounds of slalom and two rounds of jump.
Donate e-waste for CLMS Cheer and Song
Canyon Lake Middle School Cheer is planning its third annual e-waste fundraiser and clothing drive in the school parking lot on Saturday, October 15, from 9 a.m. to 1p.m. Residents are invited to bring their e-waste and clothes, shoes toys, books, sporting goods, furniture, linens, knick-knacks, tools, bikes, decorations and small household items to help support the CLMS Cheer Squad.
Lions 'Country Breakfast'
The Canyon Lake Lions Club will hold its new Country Breakfast on Sunday, October 16, from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Holiday Harbor. The menu has been changed to include scrambled eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy, country fried potatoes, juice, coffee and tea for a $7.50 donation per person. Kids 11 and under are $5. Bloody Marys and Mimosas will be for sale also. The Lioness Club members will be helping their sponsoring Lions Club by serving the food.
Looking Back: What was happening in past Octobers?
In 1971, an all-day Halloween Party was held at the Lodge, with prizes for best costumes for ages from tiny tots 5 and under to kids from 6 to 12 years old. In the evening, there was a Teen Dance for teenagers 13 years old and up with live music.
Arts, Entertainment & Activities
In recognition of October being Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, The Girls Against Abuse will present “Loud & Proud – A Concert Extravaganza” on Saturday, October 15, at 6 p.m at the Murrieta Community Center, 41810 Juniper St., Murrieta. Plus more arts, entertainment and activities . . .
Arts and Entertainment: Town Center Oktoberfest
The tradition of celebrating King Ludwig’s marriage, better known as Oktoberfest, has come to the Canyon Lake Towne Center. Sponsored by Pepe’s and Sport Stop, the Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce is transforming a portion of the Towne Center into a Bavarian Festival Saturday, October 8, from 5 to 9 p.m.
Arts and Entertainment: JWC Chili Cook-off
The Junior Women’s Club invites residents to the annual Chili Cook-off, where cooks will don their aprons and compete for prizes on Saturday, October 15, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Holiday Harbor. The event will include chili tastings, available for purchase, as well as a limited snack bar, beer, wine and margaritas.
Movie Reviews by Reel People: 'Dream House'
Oh boy, another suburban gothic horror movie. You know the one where the clean-cut American family moves to Suburbia USA to escape the pressures of the big bad city. Then, as quick as you can say Stephen King, they’re in a non-stop fun house with creaky doors, freaky storms and kooks for neighbors. Well, this isn’t that movie.
Teen Talk: October is a good month for family time
October has always been my favorite month. I’m not sure if it’s because it cools down and just becomes the most perfect weather, or if it’s just something in the atmosphere, but it’s always an amazing month!
Letter: Rule change suggestion
I am on the POA ad hoc Rules and Regulations Review Committee. The Committee is working with our POA standing committees, as they will give recommended changes for our review. These standing committees include the Architectural Control Committee (ACC), Green, Lake & Marina, etc.
Club News: Senior Chair Volleyball captures two gold medals
Once again, Canyon Lake came home victorious after taking two gold medals at the Inland Empire Senior Olympics on October 1. Six Canyon Lake Senior Chair Volleyball teams participated. For four consecutive years, at least one of the Canyon Lake teams captured first place.
Club News: Fitness and Triathlon Club
Fitness and Triathlon Club members enjoyed last weekend's Tour de Perris event, even thought the tour did not pass through Canyon Lake as originally scheduled, according to Stephen Bustos.
Golf News: Brett Downey Tourney
The Brett Downey Safety Foundation will host its 7th annual Charity Golf Tournament on October 15 at Menifee Lakes Country Club. The cost for individual players is $125 per person, which includes green fees, cart, goody bag and dinner.
Adopt-A-Pet: Eddie and Spike
This week’s pets are Eddie and Spike. Eddie is a red and white 1-year-old non-neutered purebred chiauaua. Spike is a 5-year-old neutered domestic shorthaired tabby.
Photo of the Week: Classic Duo
With these Photos of the Week from last Saturday's Car Show, David Guthery was one of several photographers on hand to snap scenes of colorful cars, plentiful crowds and the beautiful day.
This Week's Official CLPOA News
Board Recap
Regular Session, Oct. 4, 2011 Present at the Board of Directors meeting on October 4 were President Paul Chenette, Vice-President Larry Neigel, Secretary Dawn Haggerty, Treasurer Sean McDonald and Director Chuck Newsom. Also present were Interim General Manager and Director of Finance Christopher Mitchell, Director of Operations Paul Johnson, Corporate Relations Administrator Lynn Jensen and Corporate Administrative Assistant Kathleen Wheeler.
Members have 30 days to comment on proposed changes
The Board of Directors is considering two policy changes, as indicated in the Agenda. These proposed policies are listed below. Members have 30 days to comment on these proposed changes by contacting the Board of Directors directly, or by e-mailing Corporate Assistant Administrator Kathleen Wheeler at kwheeler@canyonlakepoa.com, or 244-6841, ext. 210.
Committee Reports: Committee chairs provide annual reports
The Annual Committee Reports were not printed in the CLPOA Audit Report, Financial Statement and Supplementary Information Report that was included in the August 26 The Friday Flyer. This year, the CLPOA is printing the Annual Committee Reports, as provided by the chair of each committee, in the Business News section of The Friday Flyer. This is the fourth in the series of Committee Reports.
POA Committees
During the Rules and Regulations Review Committee Meeting on October 11, the Committee will begin reviewing the rules pertaining to Section IV Permits (non-architectural), Recreation/Activities, Gault Field Rules, and Boating and Lake Use Rules & Regulations.
At the Lodge
The Lighthouse Bar & Grill has several HDTVs to enjoy sporting events with meals. Guests also can come to the Lighthouse for breakfast, lunch, or dinner while taking in the view of the Lake or the sunset, or while attending one of the many events occurring at the Lodge.
At the Lodge: A note from the catering manager
"Since reopening the Lodge for Sunday Brunch, we have had record amounts of happy members enjoying brunch, and returning every week. Business seems to be increasing weekly."
At the Country Club
As a reminder, the Country Club will be closed from September 26 through October 13; however, the bar is still open from 3 p.m. to dusk. The Country Club will re-open Friday, October 14, at 6:30 a.m. for breakfast service. That evening, the Country Club will be open for its usual Friday night dinner and entertainment, with music provided by “White Lightening.”
Classes & Activities: Jump into fall with dance and exercise
Belly Dance – Belly Dance classes have been changed to Mondays. They will be held at 7:15 p.m. at the Lodge on these dates: October 10, 17, 24, November 7 and 14. Plus other dance and exercise classes and activities...
Classes & Activities: Painting class
Rita Forand’s next painting class will be held Sunday, October 16, from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Pool View Room at the Lodge. Students will learn how to paint this serene autumn scene.
Crafters invited to participate in Holiday Boutique
Adult crafters of all ages are invited to participate in the annual Holiday Boutique, sponsored by the Senior Committee, on Saturday and Sunday, November 12 and 13, at the Senior Center (next to the Main Gate).
Operations Overview
Operations Manager Paul Johnson updated the Board of Directors on four current projects:
Get text alerts
Members can sign up for text alerts with their cell phones and receive updates on general CLPOA announcements, Golf Course updates and Lake updates. Members can sign up for one or all three types of text alerts.
Planning & Compliance: With lake level down, building seawalls is easier
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.
In Sympathy
The Board of Directors sends its prayers and condolences to the POA’s attorney, Howard Sildorf. Howard’s father-in-law passed away Tuesday during the Board meeting. Directors and staff want to express their sympathy to Howard and his family for their loss.
Member Memos
Helpful information for POA members.
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