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March 25, 2011
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This Week's Official CLPOA News
Candidates weigh in on Police Report
Just over a year ago, residents learned about a then recently completed audit (later revealed to be a POA management audit that, by law, could not be made public).
Volunteers making a difference
Some people talk about what’s wrong with Canyon Lake. But then there are the folks who roll up their sleeves and actually make Canyon Lake better. For starters, there are the volunteers of the Tuesday Work Group (TWG) who are pictured working on a Golf Course cart path across from the 7th green.
See 'Comedy Tonite'
Canyon Lake Community Theatre will present “A Comedy Tonite” tonight, March 25, and Saturday, March 26, at 7 p.m. at the Lodge. This unique genre of theater, often referred to as the “Theatre of Imagination,” will have the audience laughing through a myriad of funny sketches presented throughout the evening, according to Director Barbara Egbert.
Donate e-waste tomorrow at CLMS
Canyon Lake Middle School Cheer and Song and the CLMS Green Team have joined forces for an e-waste fundraiser and clothing drive in the school parking lot tomorrow, March 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Residents are invited to bring their e-waste and clothes, shoes toys, books and small household items to help support the CLMS Cheer Squad and Song and the Green Team.
City Connection: Citizens will have opportunity to vote on tax
Over the next several months, the citizens of Canyon Lake will be asked to consider a public safety tax measure (Measure E) that will ensure the continuation of the present levels of police and fire protection services over the next five years by helping to eliminate a temporary budget shortfall. The reason for this measure is a combination of decreased tax revenues and increased public safety costs to the City.
City Connection: Worried about your mortgage?
“Can I or should I keep my home?” That is a question many are asking these days. There will be a free class tomorrow, March 26, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at Lamb’s Fellowship in Lake Elsinore that will help answer that question. Lamb’s Fellowship is located at 21901 Railroad Canyon Rd.
City Connection: Volunteers wanted to help prepare for disaster
Even before the recent 9.0 earthquake in Japan, the Canyon Lake Emergency Preparedness Committee (CLEPC) made a decision that the next time this area experiences a temblor of 5.0 or greater, certain members of the committee automatically will go into drill mode.
City Connection: Only a few days left to comment on pylon sign
The City of Canyon Lake is re-circulating the Initial Study originally compiled for the Canyon Lake Towne Center Multi-Tenant Pylon Sign. The project consists of replacing the existing pylon sign at the entrance to the Towne Center with a new multi-tenant pylon sign.
City Connection: Crime Stats
These bi-weekly Part 1 Crime Stats for March 1 to 14, 2011 were provided by Riverside County Sheriff's Perris Station, which reported Part 1 crime decreased 12.5 percent from the previous two weeks, from eight to seven cases. Burglaries and auto thefts were unchanged, one case each. Larceny theft increased from three to four cases.
City Connection
Local resident Ruben Flores reported there was an incident last weekend onWindward Dr., involving a suspect armed with a shotgun. The incident lasted about an hour, according to Ruben, who says, “After several announcements to ‘Come out with your hands up’ over a police car’s loudspeaker, the suspect came out with the shotgun in hand and surrendered.
'Caregiver' celebrates first year in Towne Center
A Caregiver Senior Home Care, which is celebrating its first year in the Canyon Lake Towne Center, is helping local seniors and their families by providing solutions for care. The company provides nursing assistants and companions for seniors in their homes or in a retirement home. It also can provide respite from the day-to-day activities of caring for an aging family member or can provide continuous care.
Full house rocks out to Scot Bruce as 'Elvis'
Last Saturday's "Shake, Rattle and Roll" concert with Elvis impersonator Scot Bruce showed that if there is one thing to be said about Canyon Lake's older generation, they really know how to have fun.
Arts and Entertainment
Providing music and dancing to the tunes made popular by the “Rat Pack” will be part of the ambiance that DJ Kevro will help create tonight at the Canyon Lake Royal Court’s “Italian Night” at the Links at Summerly.
Movie Reviews by Reel People: 'Limitless'
These days you can take a pill to lose weight, run faster or get stronger. But, what if there was a pill to make you rich and powerful by making you smarter? That’s kind of a no-brainer, pun intended. So, quench your thirst for knowledge without having to work for it. It can advance your wild ask guesses by quantum leaps.
Daytripping With Mary: Day-tripper's weekend offers 'favorite things'
Have you ever made a list of what makes you happy? I realized how I was able to enjoy a few of my favorite things on a recent weekend. Happiness follows when we indulge in our favorite pastimes. Here’s a recap of some around-town activities I enjoyed.
Notes From a Road Once Taken: Part 1 - Travels through U.K. with elderly '14-year-olds'
There are several ways to go traveling abroad. One way is to book a tour and report to the bus on time early every morning. Another is to buy a plane ticket, rent a car and take your chances when you get where you’re going.
Letter: Dancing in the aisles
“Elvis” truly was in the building last Saturday night at the Canyon Lake Lodge!
Letter: Personal attacks
In all my years of being associated with Canyon Lake, I have never ever seen a sitting corporate manager and sitting Board members attack residents running for the Board by name at Board meetings and in print. What Chuck Newsom, Michelle Gordon and Dave Rudat are doing, and possibly Steve Salazar, is totally wrong and just plain self serving.
Letter: Case closed
There are ongoing, vicious e-mail attacks by Sean McDonald on people who volunteer their time to serve on the Board of Directors and other various committees (e.g. Finance, ACC). They are attacked and accused of wrongdoing or being part of a vast conspiracy to defraud Canyon Lake. All because they do not do what Mr. McDonald wants.
Letter: Shake things up
Here we go again with the POA board elections and this time I know that the good people of Canyon Lake are sick and tired of the same old thing and I hope they are not going to take it anymore!
Letter: Pepe's pylon sign
Ask yourselves what is appropriate for this community. A Pepe’s sign, which will be a new pylon sign. A sign that should have been removed when the building was reconstructed and never was. A sign that will be given a variance, which will set precedence for others.
Letter: Altered Police Report
Last week, copies of an altered “Police Report” were distributed throughout our community. A copy was dropped at my front door and a copy found its way to my personal mail slot in the City Hall.
Letter: Protecting wrongdoers
After reading the recently released Police Report on allegations of theft and embezzlement by management and employees of Canyon Lake POA, I was disturbed by not only the possible loss of funds, but by the past Board members lack of attention to complaints by both the community and the POA employees.
Letter: What is best for us
In light of the country’s financial collapse 2 1/2 years ago and its continued effects, the huge gas prices five years ago, which deleted extra income, the current gas increases hitting when there’s no extra income for many, and motivated by The Friday Flyer articles in the last few weeks, I felt compelled to join the responders regarding the current proposals and intents of the POA.
Letter: 56 cents a day
Our City Council made the tough decision to put on the Ballot Measure E – Safety Tax. The primary source of the City’s revenue is through property tax collection. Canyon Lake’s revenue has been slashed drastically due to the decline in property values.
Letter: In favor of over-seeding
Shortly after declaring my candidacy for the Board of Directors, I was asked if I would vote to resume over-seeding the Golf Course fairways in the winter. I replied in writing to several members of the Men’s and Women’s Golf Clubs that if I were on the Board and an action item came to the Board for approval, I would vote “yes” to over-seeding the fairways.
Letter: Reduce expenses
At the risk of offending some readers, it is time to speak up about the two major issues affecting Canyon Lake. One is the increased POA assessments and the other is the City’s newly proposed “public safety” (fire station) tax. Both have to do with budgets and additional revenue.
Announcement: Lady Titan Water Polo catches first CIF title
The Girls’ Water Polo team of Temescal Canyon High School (27-5, 6-0) captured its first CIF Southern Section title in program history on February 26 with an 11-10 overtime victory versus Bonita High School (23-9, 8-0).
Announcement: Rotary Club recognizes Music Students
The Rotary Club of Lake Elsinore honored music competition students at their regular meeting on March 2. Several Canyon Lake students were among those honored.
Announcement: Reflections winners
Jackson Rainey and Christian Hann were honored on March 11 for their participation in the PTA sponsored Reflections competition. The theme this year was “Together We Can.”
Announcement: Principal of the Year
The Association of California School Administrators named Elsinore High Principal Jon Hurst California Principal of the Year. “To be recognized as Principal of the Year reflects accomplishments that can only be possible at a school with great students and staff,” Jon said of the honor.
In Memoriam: Gene Otten
Gene Otten, former longtime resident of Canyon Lake, passed away March 21, 2011. He was 76 years old.
In Memoriam: Richard Gibbs
Richard Alvin Gibbs, a 27-year resident of Canyon Lake, died near his home on Monday, March 14, of natural causes. He was 85 years old.
Club News: Bassmasters
The Bassmasters held an open tournament on March 19, with nine teams competing. According to Sal Gervasi, though it was a “less than stellar bite,” the fish that were caught were very nice. The team of Travis Smith and Mark White won with 22.60 lbs.
Golf News: Golfers invited to citywide tournament in April
The Canyon Lake City Championship tournament will be held on April 16. “Many cities have this type of tournament and it can be very competitive,” says organizer Jon Keigwin. The winner will have his/her name printed on a plaque that will be displayed in the Pro Shop, along with future winners. “Pat Kemball and I hope to grow this tournament into something special for Canyon Lake,” says Jon.
Golf News: Leprechaun Day Golf Scramble winners
On St Patrick’s Day, the 9ers Golf Club and the Women’s Golf Club joined forces for a fun-filled golf scramble, followed by a corned beef and cabbage luncheon. The 9-hole scramble included 54 participants clad in their funniest and brightest outfits for the “Best Wearing of the Green” contest.
Photo of the Week: Cotton Candy
There's just no getting around it – sunrise and sunset are the favorite time of day for Canyon Lake photographers, especially when cotton candy clouds abound to reflect their pink and lavender glory into the Lake.
This Week's Official CLPOA News
Message from the Board: CLPOA supports its employees
The Board of Directors finds that it is necessary to make the following statement in support of CLPOA employees.
Questions about the Sheriff's Department investigation?
As members may have read in the March 11 issue of The Friday Flyer, the General Manager issued a statement regarding a recently closed investigation conducted by the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department. (See archives at fridayflyer.com.)
Tour de Canyon Lake
In spite of gray skies and the threat of sprinkles, almost 20 bicyclists participated in the community's inaugural "Tour de Canyon Lake" last Saturday, March 19.
Vendors and sponsors wanted for Fiesta Day 'Country Fair'
“Country Fair” will be the theme of the annual Fiesta Day on May 28. Kathie Barnes will be the grand marshal of the parade, and the Silverados will provide music for festivities at the Lodge. In keeping with the theme, there will be a number of traditional country fair contests, such as an apple pie baking contest.
At the Lodge: Enjoy Bar and Grill and 'Comedy Tonite'
Watch NASCAR races this weekend or simply enjoy the ambiance of the Lighthouse Bar and Grill, with views of the Lake, Sunset Beach and Pool. Guests of "A Comedy Tonite" are invited to stop by for dinner.
At the Country Club
In addition to the regular menu, tonight's dinner specials are Homemade Sausage and Cheese Ravioli with asparagus and brown butter for $8.95, and Cajun Meatloaf with mashed potatoes, beef gravy, and seasoned vegetables for $8.95. Dinner specials include house salad and rolls. The Bartender’s Special is Ruby Red Cosmo for $4.75. Tonight's entertainment will be provided by Mark Huston.
Pro Shop News: Visit Golf Demo Day at the Country Club
There will be a Golf Demo Day today, March 25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Adams Golf as well as Cleveland/Srixon and Cobra/Puma will be on hand.
TWG gets it done
The Tuesday Work Group (TWG) recently completed renovations on the Golf Course to the cart path across from the 7th green. Spokesperson Rolly Green says it most likely is the group’s largest project of the year, requiring almost every volunteer in the TWG to do the job.
Standing Committee Schedule and Weekly Committee Schedule
Planning and Compliance: Store disabled vehicles out of sight
Section VI-C.3 of the Rules and Regulations states that no stripped-down, partially wrecked or junk vehicle, or any part thereof, shall be parked on any Canyon Lake street or any lot in such a manner as to be visible from any other lot, street, Lake or Golf Course within Canyon Lake.
Classes & Activities: Fit and Fun Classes
Please note the class cancellations for Yoga in March and April.
Classes & Activities: Learn to play guitar
A four-week Guitar Class will begin Monday, March 28, and be offered each Monday thereafter at 7 p.m. in the Sunset Beach Room at the Lodge. The four-week session is just $50.
Classes & Activities: Horse Camp is next week
The POA is offering a Horse Camp for kids ages 6 and above, beginning Monday, March 28. Sessions are four consecutive days, Monday through Thursday, from 9 a.m. to noon; the cost is $100 per child.
Computer Classes: Computer Classes begin March 30
The POA is offering a new schedule of computer classes that begin March 30. Register at Member Services, making checks payable to the Canyon Lake Property Owners Association.
Come along with 'Friends'
Facilitator Bert Barbay has updated the Friends Out of Water walking schedule. Everyone is invited to join in the approximately three-mile walk each Tuesday and Thursday, beginning at 8:30 a.m.
Senior Activities: Senior Potluck and Dance
Seniors are invited to the monthly Potluck and Dance at the Senior Center this Sunday, March 27, at 5 p.m. Dress casual and bring a dish to share. Gil Alcantar will provide the entertainment. The April Potluck will be cancelled because of Easter.
Marine Patrol/Community Patrol says...
The Canyon Lake Property Owners Association Rules and Regulations Section VII-C.41 states: Association docks, parks and/or common facilities are available for docking or anchoring with a properly registered boat during regular park hours.
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