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April 29, 2011
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This Week's Official CLPOA News
Measure E: is the answer as simple as the questions
When residents are deciding how they want to vote on Canyon Lake's Measure E Public Safety Tax (see article "Impartial analysis of Measure E"), who do they trust to give them the information they need?
Impartial analysis of Measure E
If approved by two-thirds of the voters voting on the measure, Measure "E" would approve an ordinance adopting a "Public Safety Special Tax." The purpose of the special tax is to fund ongoing, existing police and fire services to be provided within the City of Canyon Lake ("City").
Candidates make their final public appearance
Residents had one final chance to hear the seven candidates for the POA Board of Directors discuss issues at Monday’s televised “Meet the Candidates Night.” Hosted by the Home Owners Club, the meeting was led by moderator John Zaitz, a member of the club and president of the Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce.
City Connection: Measure E explained
Here is a series of articles by City Manager Lori Moss explaining Measure E.
City Connection: Fire department extols merits of CPAP procedure
Last week, City Manager Lori Moss reported that, as of April 1, Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department paramedics had begun using Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) as pre-hospital arrival advanced life support care for patients in respiratory distress.
City Connection: Really close encounter
Canyon Lake residents Bill Corbin and Ruben Flores were on scene to snap photos of a collision Wednesday morning, April 20, at about 10 a.m., between a four-door Toyota Tundra truck and a CR&R trash truck making a pickup on Canyon Lake Dr. North, just west of Cove View St.
City Connection: Win this basket of garden goodies
The City of Canyon Lake recently hosted a Water Symposium for the community. Organizers say the Symposium was a huge success with almost 100 people in attendance. Now the City invites attendees to put into words (300 words maximum) to explain what they learned at the symposium.
City Connection: What's happening at the Library?
“Day of the Child” is today, 3 to 5 p.m., in the City Multi-purpose Room. There will be games, face painting, crafts, dancers, refreshments and fun for everyone.
City Connection: Crime Stats
These bi-weekly Part 1 Crime Stats for March 29 to April 11, 2011 were provided by Riverside County Sheriff's Perris Station, which reported Part 1 crime increased the previous two weeks from five to 14 cases. Burglaries increased from one to two cases, auto thefts remained at zero and larceny theft increased from three to nine cases.
City Connection
EVMWD says it is scheduled to repair a sink hole on Railroad Canyon Rd. at Cottonwood Canyon Rd. on Tuesday, May 3. Plus more City news and notes for Canyon Lake residents.
Residents 'Stop' by to listen to Mayor Pro Tem
Nancy Horton held her monthly “Coffee with the Mayor Pro Tem” meeting at the Sports Stop Pub & Grill this week, since Canyon Lake Flowers could no longer accommodate the group. Meetings formerly were held adjacent to Canyon Lake Flowers in the Surfer Bean Café, but that establishment closed earlier this year.
Emergency Preparedness Committee to meet next week
The City of Canyon Lake has one of the most organized emergency preparedness programs in the area to serve Canyon Lake residents in the event of a major disaster.
Have an opinion?
Residents who would like to see their faces and comments on Measure E printed in the paper can visit The Friday Flyer's Facebook page and submit a comment.
Here is a link to Pat Colleary's proposal for a city fire department
Canyon Lake resident convicted of theft, fraud
It was announced April 14 that two men, one of them from Canyon Lake, were convicted in Riverside Superior Court of stealing millions of dollars through phony stock sales and an illegal pyramid scheme.
Business Showcase: Sweat Shop fitness studio opens in Towne Center
Just like Zumba, the Latin-inspired dance-fitness program that began “accidentally” when an aerobics instructor forgot his traditional music and used salsa and merengue music instead, The Sweat Shop fitness studio also came about as a solution to a problem.
Hundreds attend Easter Egg Hunt and Carnival
Hundreds of children turned out for last Saturday’s Easter Egg Hunt, orchestrated by the Men’s Golf Club, followed by the Easter Carnival put on by the Jr. Women’s Club.
Historic win prompts Saturday's fundraiser
Elsinore High School’s Football Team made school history in December with its Southern Section CIF win. It was the Tiger’s first CIF championship in 83 years. The Riverside County Office of Education also recognized the team for having the highest grade-point average of any football team in the County.
Collecting tabs for the Ronald McDonald House
For “Collect a Million Day,” The Canyon Lake Lioness Club will be taking aluminum tabs from beverage or soda cans for the Ronald McDonald House in Loma Linda on May 6.
'California Suite' will showcase four directors
The Canyon Lake Theater and Performing Arts Association (CLCTPA) invites Canyon Lakers to “check in” for the night and spend a delightfully funny evening of theater with the Broadway and movie smash comedy, “California Suite.” The curtain will rise on the sidesplitting four-scene, two-act play on Friday, May 13, and Saturday, May 14, at 7 p.m. The Saturday evening event will have a dinner-theater option as well.
Movie Reviews by Reel People: 'Water for Elephants'
The circus is in town! Nothing says fun like spun sugar and animal cruelty under the big top. Based on the best selling novel by Sara Gruen, “Water for Elephants” also includes every stupid human trick other than the Octomom as a human clown car. More notably, the dreamy Robert Pattinson finally finds a role he can sink his teeth into.
CLCTPA Benefactor invitation
Canyon Lake Community Theatre and Performing Arts Association (CLCTPA), invites residents to become an integral part of making theater “come alive” in Canyon Lake. They have appreciated the support of the community in the past and invite both past and new benefactors to be a part of this year’s benefactor list.
Cook's Corner: Solve snack bar woes with Salade Nicoise Sandwich
Last weekend I fulfilled the obligation that each of us must do from time to time. Not jury duty, but snack bar duty. As customer after customer ordered, I hurriedly made change for 50- and 75-cent items from the 20-dollar bills I was repeatedly handed. The other mom diligently doled out pre-made hot dogs, chips with fake cheese (aka “nachos”) and candy ring pops.
Arts and Entertainment
For “Collect a Million Day,” The Canyon Lake Lioness Club will be taking The Canyon Lake Choraleers are preparing for their “Blast from the Past” spring concert, with music from the ’50s and ’60s.individuals, corporations and businesses. Plus other arts and entertainment events.
Letter: Cut costs
Well, here we go again – election time! Who is going to rid us of the duplication of service, doubling up of jobs, caving in to pet projects, more unnecessary money outgo ending in a call for more money from each homeowner pocketbook? This is not Beverly Hills. We cannot afford enormous CEO salaries.
Letter: Sincere thanks
My sincere thanks to Deena and Dane, who showed up to pick my scattered weeds on April 17. (I don’t their last names or I would have sent them my note of appreciation personally.) My front yard looks great – no weeds, thanks to them.
Letter: JWC says thanks
The Jr. Women’s Club would like to express its thanks to the Canyon Lake Men’s Golf Club for the egg hunt they orchestrated!
Letter: Campaign promises
On our first day in office we will reduce the property dues to the previous level and we can assure residents no services will be cut. We will increase the discount for food at the Lighthouse or Country Club to 20 percent for POA members.
Letter: Changes at POA
I have been a POA Board Director for the past four years. In that time, two POA Presidents and one POA Board member resigned.
Letter: Maintain assets
Canyon Lake has two assets that contribute to our desirability for becoming a resident in our “Little Bit of Paradise.” Both assets wind through the community, creating views from all directions.
Letter: Lack of consideration
This letter is directed to the dog owners who seem to feel it is not necessary to pick up after their dogs! It is because of people like them that dogs are not welcome in many areas of our community.
Letter: Comedy show
The Homeowners Club Candidates Forum held Monday night was a hoot even from where I was watching. Sean (Big Mac) volunteered to resign after a year if he didn’t keep all the promises he made during his campaign.
Letter: Inside information?
Inside information or just knowledgeable? Recently I have been accused several times of having inside information. The information in each case had been presented at a POA Board meeting that is open to the public.
Letter: Quoting from e-mails
The quiet and tranquility of the gated community of Canyon Lake is in serious danger of being compromised.
Letter: Unnecessary increases
Ever wonder why I have been saying that the Board members continue to spend money needlessly, and then raise dues to cover these inept acts?
Near and Far with The Friday Flyer: Travel Club in camel lot
On a cold and windy Thursday, April 7, 44 Canyon Lake Travel Club members visited the Oasis Camel Dairy, located on 34 acres of rolling green pastureland near Julian.
Near and Far with The Friday Flyer: Panama pals
Canyon Lake couple Suzi and Pete Delia, at left, joined former residents Donna and Rett Vincent on a cruise through the Panama Canal.
Announcement: A new arrival
Proud parents Randy and Tamarie Calaway welcomed the birth of their daughter, Alannah KayLynn Calaway, at 3:55 p.m. on April 2, 2011. She weighed 7 lbs. 11 oz. and measured 18 inches long.
Announcement: Acceptance to performing arts school
Tisha Romero has been accepted as a freshman to the Orange County High School of the Arts. There were more than 3,350 applications for only 400 spots, which was quadruple the number received two years ago.
In Memoriam: Audrey Glover
Audrey Glover passed away on April 16, 2011 after a long illness with Alzheimer’s disease. She was 88 years old.
Club News: Roadrunners
Forty-eight members of the Canyon Lake Roadrunners RV Club convened for a four-day outing April 18 to 22 at Tucalota Springs RV Park, situated in the picturesque hills east of Murrieta.
Club News: Art Association
Award-winning artist Nancy Kasten will be the featured demonstrator at the May 5 meeting of the Art Association.
Adopt-A-Pet: Edward and Bindy
This week’s pets are Edward and Bindy. Edward is a 2-year-old non-neutered male poodle that loves to play catch and loves kids. Bindy is a sweet 10-month-old non-spayed domestic shorthaired kitty.
Photo of the Week: Happy hunters
Youngsters and their families flocked to Holiday Harbor last weekend for the Easter Egg Hunt and Carnival, orchestrated by the Men's Golf Club and the Jr. Women's Club.
This Week's Official CLPOA News
Fiesta Day Apple Pie Baking Contest is announced
The Fiesta Day Committee is looking for convertibles to carry dignitaries in the parade.
At the Country Club
In addition to the regular menu, tonight's dinner specials are Salmon Provencal: baked salmon with fresh basil, shallots and tomatoes, served with rice pilaf and seasoned vegetables for $13.95, and Sea Scallops with Pasta: sautéed sea scallops with butter, garlic and lemon juice, served with angel hair pasta and garlic bread for $14.95.
Prime members in good standing should have their ballots
Some members have had questions in regards to their ballot for this year’s election. Ballots were mailed to members per the approved calendar on April 14, 2011.
At the Lodge: Try new menu items at the Bar & Grill
Watch the NBA Playoffs this weekend or simply enjoy the ambiance of the Lighthouse Bar and Grill, with views of the Lake, Sunset Beach and Pool.
Having a family get-together? 'Call in' guests on POA website
Members are reminded they don't have to wait until business hours to call in a guest; they can "call in" a guest on the website any time of the day or night. However, is important to input guest information on the website at least 24 hours prior to the guest’s arrival. This will allow staff time to process the request during normal business hours.
Board Agenda
REGULAR SESSION MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS CANYON LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Annual Meeting and Election Calendar
Tuesday, February 1 – Announce availability of “Notice of Intent to Run” forms at February Regular Board Meeting.
Standing Committee Schedule & Weekly Committee Schedule
Classes and Activities: Price lowered for six-week Salsa session
Sixty-four people attended the free, introductory Salsa-dancing class last Monday. Those who would like to continue their Salsa lessons can participate in an additional six weeks of classes to learn basic steps, forms, right and left turns and how to lead (for men) or follow (for women).
Classes & Activities: Oil-painting workshop
Rita Forand teaches oil-painting classes each month in the Pool View Room at the Lodge. Learn to paint this scene of Northern Lights over a mountain lake on Sunday, May 15, from 1 to 4 p.m.
Play at the YMCA
For just $2 per session, preschoolers and their parents/grandparents can attend a Canyon Lake YMCA program filled with crafts, games and snacks related to the season. Romping with the big parachute or playing outside is always lots of fun, too!
Senior Activities: seniors invited to socialize at Senior Center
The Senior Center will host its next Potluck and Dance on Sunday, May 29, Memorial Day weekend. The Senior Committee is seeking seniors who would like to volunteer for setup and cleanup for the monthly potlucks.
Lots of weeds
The Planning and Compliance Department has sent out letters to the vacant lot owners for this year's Weed Abatement Program.
Planning and Compliance: Changes to exteriors require permits
As a gentle reminder, any time you modify the exterior of your home in any way, shape or form, a permit is required by the Planning and Compliance Department.
Planning & Compliance: ACC Filing Fees and Permits
Marine Patrol/Community Patrol says...
The Marine Patrol would like to remind you of Rules and Regulations Section VII-A.4 which states:
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