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October 3, 2008
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This Week's Official CLPOA News
POA closes Lighthouse, approves several cost-cutting measures
While leaders in Congress struggle with the financial crisis on Wall St., the POA’s elected officials are having to make gut-wrenching decisions of their own. After two executive sessions held to discuss what cost-cutting measures could be undertaken to “stop the bleeding” brought about by foreclosures and the resulting bad debt, Directors voted Monday to close the Lighthouse Restaurant and make other cuts to services and personnel.
Say good-bye to the dredge
David Johnston announced at last month’s Board meeting that the dredge and its related equipment is being sold, not by the POA as some may assume, but by the Lake Elsinore San Jacinto Watershed Authority (LESJWA), who provided the funds for the dredging project four years ago. Mayor Carl Armbrust, who served on the POA Board prior to the dredge’s arrival, calls the news of the sale “a sad day” for Canyon Lake.
City Connection: Council candidates to speak
Canyon Lakers are invited to attend next week’s monthly Chamber luncheon, scheduled for Wednesday, October 8, at 11:30 a.m. at Pepe’s, when the eight candidates vying for the City’s three open City Council seats will take part in a candidate’s forum. Residents will be able to hear the candidate’s discuss their platforms as well as answer questions about specific issues facing the community.
City Connection: Fall means fire season
A small brush fire that originated in Quail Valley spread to Canyon Lake when flames jumped a fence near the end of Smugglers Point Dr. last Wednesday, September 24, at approximately 1 p.m. Firefighters from Quail Valley Station 5, Canyon Hills Station 94 and Canyon Lake Station 60 moved quickly to extinguish the fire; no structures were threatened.
City Connection: Shredding event a success
Approximately 60 Canyon Lake residents took advantage of the opportunity to safely dispose of confidential documents and help the Canyon Lake Library at the same time. Two separate shredding events held in September, made possible through the cooperative efforts of the City of Canyon Lake and Document Security Solutions, raised a total of $525 for the Library
City Connection: Turtle time at the Library
Canyon Lake youngsters and their parents had a real treat last Friday, September 26, when Turtle Man and Turtle Lady, also known as Dr. Vick Knight and Leigh Martel, donated their time and expertise to entertain and educate their audience about turtles.
Chamber Notes
Those who have not attended the Farmers Market in the Towne Center on Sundays are encouraged to do so. There are booths with fresh vegetables and fruit, popcorn, doughnuts, honey, cheese, pictures, doggie treats, waffles, tamales, clothing, soaps and many other items. The new hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Throw out e-waste and more at tomorrow's Citywide Cleanup Day at Community Church
A Citywide Cleanup Day will be held tomorrow, October 4, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Canyon Lake Community Church, 30515 Railroad Canyon Rd. Residents who have an accumulation of e-waste (electronics, computers, etc.), old furniture and appliances will be happy to know that CR&R and the City of Canyon Lake are partnering to provide an opportunity to conveniently dispose of these bulky items.
Don't miss this week's events!
October is a busy month in Canyon Lake as various organizations host events that will appeal to all ages and interests. The following are events happening in the next few days. Some of them are fundraisers; some are just for fun - all are designed to benefit "a bit of paradise."
Cathy Zaitz to be honored at Relay for Life
Most people know of someone who has either survived, succumbed to or is currently struggling with the devastating effects of cancer. Many may feel helpless to do anything about the disease; however, feelings of helplessness can be replaced with celebration, remembrance and hope, according to organizers of the Relay for Life.
Don't miss the JWC Western Carnival
On Sunday, October 12, the Canyon Lake Jr. Women’s Club (JWC) will host a Western Carnival from noon to 4 p.m. at Holiday Harbor. The fun-filled Old West-themed afternoon will include carnival games, a bounce house and racing slides as well as a pie-eating contest, “pony” races and a photo booth. The club will also be selling hot dogs, nachos, soda and water throughout the event.
CL youngster memorialized in golf tourney
The Brett Downey Safety Foundation presents its 4th annual Charity Golf Tournament on Saturday, October 18, at Menifee Lakes Country Club. The cost per player is $125, which includes green fees, cart, goodies bag and dinner. Registration deadline is October 8.
Save the date for these upcoming events
The Canyon Lake Campground Club will be celebrating the fall season at Happy Camp on Saturday, October 18, beginning at 3 p.m. when members kick off their first event of the year, the 2nd Annual Fall Harvest. This kid-friendly event will feature a late afternoon day full of fall festivities, including arts and crafts, face painting, trick-or-treating and even a movie under the stars.
'Super preemie' Colt to celebrate 1st birthday
When blood donors make a donation to the blood bank they don’t usually get the opportunity to see the impact of their donation, but Colt McCoy is living proof that blood donations save lives. On Wednesday, October 5, Colt will celebrate his first birthday, which according to his mom, wouldn’t have been possible without the 13 blood transfusions that helped save his life.
Time to update Directory listings
The Golding Publications staff is preparing for the 2009 edition of Canyon Lake’s Residential Directory. With new escrows closed every month and, lately, foreclosures, it is an overwhelming task to keep the phone book current each year. Residents are reminded that being listed is not mandatory nor automatic.
Voting in Riverside County now easier than ever
The Registrar of Voters Office for Riverside County is making it easy for county residents to vote early with mobile voting, vote by mail and voting at the mall. Residents who would prefer to vote by mail for the upcoming elections on November 4, may submit an application to the Registrar of Voters and vote from the comfort of their own homes.
Retirees, seniors urged to file for stimulus payment
The extension deadline to file a 2007 federal income tax return and to receive an economic stimulus payment this year is fast approaching. According to the IRS, more than 135,000 Southern California seniors, retirees and/or disabled veterans who may be eligible to receive a stimulus payment have yet to file and must do so before October 15 in order to get a stimulus payment this year.
Local Halloween haunts
Halloween and other fun fall events are just around the corner. Several organizations have started making plans for their fall activities, some of which include seeing how well they can scare the willing participants. Residents will want to mark their calendars for these upcoming events:
Movie Reviews by Reel People: 'Eagle Eye'
When will they ever learn? It’s a well established fact that super-computers given too much power turn to evil and take over. And whatever you do, don’t try to power it down against its will. Don’t get us wrong, artificial intelligence is better than what’s leading this country today. However, this one’s voice is as direct, sadistic and scary as Judge Judy’s.
Teen Talk: If it's fall, it's all about the Friday night lights
One of the most popular things to do for high school students (and parents) is the big Friday night football game! So much work, sweat and anticipation builds up to it. Between the practices every night, pep rally before the game and the dances that go along with each season, it turns the school into a frenzy on Friday night!
Announcement: Hobbs-Kochel marriage
Corey Hobbs, who has lived in Canyon Lake since she was an infant, was married to Aaron James Kochel of Spearfish, South Dakota, on Saturday, September 20. Aaron and Corey met five years ago while Aaron, a Marine, was stationed in San Diego.
Announcement: Frazier-Krane engagement
Bruce and Aggie Frazier are happy to announce the engagement of their daughter, Lindsay Nicole Frazier, to Jason Andrew Krane. Lindsay is a 1999 graduate of Temescal Canyon High School.
Announcement: Sweepstakes award
Kimberley Mulcahy, 8, daughter of Canyon Lake residents Nancy Contreras and Patrick Mulch, won the 2008 Sweepstakes Award for America’s Kids Art at the L.A. County Fair for her entry entitled “Winter Arroyo in Santa Fe, NM.”
Announcement: Day of Caring
The Temescal Canyon High School cheerleaders are pictured with dogs hoping to be adopted at the Animal Friends of the Valleys. Members of the Frosh, JV and Varsity cheer team volunteered and took care of the animals helping with cleaning, feeding, adoptions and giving them some tender loving care during the United Way’s “Day of Caring” on September 20.
Announcement: House of collections
Canyon Lake residents are invited to visit the home of Jim Evarts, where they can view a great assortment of collectible items – trains, musical devices, pens, spoons, books and other bric-a-brac.
Announcement: CLers 'crusading' at Cornerstone
The varsity football team at Cornerstone Christian School has started off its season with a new coach, Monte Jones, formerly one of the coaches at Murrieta Valley High School. The Cornerstone Crusaders are looking forward to an exciting season, which began with three straight wins.
Letter: Put runaway emotions aside
Elections bring out the worst in people and some members of this community have thrown common decency out the window in a transparent attempt to push political agendas and malign reputations of candidates they don\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'t support.
Letter: Common decency
I was saddened when I read the cutting letter to the editor about John Zaitz and Carl Armbrust. Both of these gentlemen have worked tirelessly for many, many years to make Canyon Lake the wonderful place it is today.
Letter: Vote for the future
I cannot believe where Canyon Lake is heading. First we have to deal with Kessler’s misuse of City funds. Now, we have a newcomer, Barry Talbot, spouting slanderous allegations regarding the developers’ mineral rights on Goat Hill.
Letter: Citizens can make a difference
Our Canyon Lake POA Board of Directors is to be congratulated for listening to the concerns of an overwhelming number of the citizens of Canyon Lake and denying the de-annexation request of Sky Blue Investments.
Near and Far with The Friday Flyer: Spanish castle
Residents Peter and Pat Malone are pictured here with former residents Irmi and Ken Powell visiting Guadalest Castle in the Alicante province of Spain.
Near and Far with The Friday Flyer: An Olympic moment
During the Rodholm’s family vacation to England in August, they say they spent a majority of their time with their extended family in beautiful Cornwall, taking hundreds of photos.
Vacation Memories: Rocky Mountain high
Canyon Lakers Dave and Barbara Spraul recently contacted Cookie Mathes of the Travel Club to thank her for planning the Travel Club’s “Trains of the Colorado Rockies” trip in August.
Adopt-a-pet: Champion, Grace and friend
This Week's Official CLPOA News
'Winners all' was the theme for Senior Olympics
Two chair volleyball teams from Canyon Lake competed in the Inland Empire Senior Olympic Games this past Tuesday, with Team Blue winning all three of its games, 15-4, 15-8 and 15-2. The round robin tournament took place at the North Town Hall of the Sun City Civic Association; other events such as billiards, bowling, basketball, golf, push-ups, indoor shuffleboard, outdoor shuffleboard, horseshoes, swimming, table tennis, tennis and the 5K and 10 walk/run took place at various venues throughout the Inland Empire.
TWG is back on the job
After a three-month break for the summer, the Tuesday Work Group will be back on the job next Tuesday, October 7. This large group of men volunteers its time from October through June to work on projects that benefit the Golf Course. According to spokesperson Rolly Bittermann, the board has been making plans for this year’s projects.
Don't park on streets during street sweeping
Members and their guests play a part in ensuring streets are clean by not parking on the street for sweep day between the hours of 7 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Moving vehicles off a street scheduled for sweeping allows the sweeper to thoroughly clean the street from curb-to-curb. One parked car equals nearly three car-lengths of space that can’t be swept because the street sweeping equipment must leave room to avoid it.
Meet friends and neighbors through classes
Water aerobics classes are now held Monday through Saturday at 8:30 a.m. only; there are no evening classes. Each class is a 50-minute water workout and is $1 at the door. The Pool is now closed at 8 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and at 9 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. For more information, call the Pool office at 244-6841, ext. 617.
From the Director's Chair: Current economy requires difficult decisions
As the newest Director of the Canyon Lake Property Owners Association (CLPOA), I want to take this opportunity to thank our members for their votes and confidence. I recognize that this was unique in that there were two candidates for two open positions. However, even in that Guy Kestell and I each received over 1,000 votes.
ACCording to the ACC: 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. As a result, the Architectural Control Committee (ACC) may consider factors beyond the criteria normally applied by the Committee when considering applications for improvements located entirely on the applicant’s lot.
Canyon Lake Property Owners October 2008 Calendar
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