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July 4, 2008
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This Week's Official CLPOA News
Have a safe, fun-filled holiday!
A splash in the Lake, backyard pool parties, skimming across the waves in a boat, the tantalizing aroma of barbecue, a crunchy bite of watermelon and finding a seat in the gathering darkness to watch the fireworks – such are a few of the many ways Canyon Lakers will celebrate this day of independence and freedom.
Eastbound Railroad Canyon Rd. facelift to start Monday
Residents and commuters alike will be happy to know that the days of dodging potholes in the eastbound lanes of Railroad Canyon Rd. are coming to an end, with rehabilitation work due to start on Monday. All American Asphalt of Corona will perform the work, which consists of grinding and overlaying the existing pavement from east of the Main Gate to the western City limits.
City Connection: CLPD to step up alcohol, fireworks enforcement
Canyon Lake revelers celebrating the 4th of July holiday this weekend are reminded that the CLPD will be stepping up DUI enforcement, with special attention being paid to those drinking and driving inside the gates of the community. Additional deputies have been assigned for the weekend to assist in traffic and crowd control, as well as perform extra patrols inside the gates with their main focus to weed out intoxicated drivers, whether behind the wheel of a car, truck or golf cart.
City Connection: Library expansion on the horizon
Summer has come to the Canyon Lake Library and is now in full swing, with the “Bugs and Insects” summer reading program for the younger set, complemented by the teen summer reading program, ”Metamorphosis.” The Library has had an overwhelming turnout for both programs, with 170 children currently participating in this great summertime activity.
City Connection: Water after dark
The City of Canyon Lake and Mayor Carl Armbrust would like to remind residents they can save water this summer by only watering after dusk. Watering after the sun is setting helps to prevent evaporation and allow all of the water to seep into the soil for use by plants and grass. In addition, the typical household only needs to water four times a week, 15 minutes a day.
City Connection: North Ski Area commotion
On Tuesday, July 1, at about 1 p.m., an adult male arguing with his mother told her he had taken a large amount of pills before jumping into the Lake, prompting the mother to contact the fire department to alert them of her son’s actions.
Chamber News: Come to Canyon Lake Night at Storm Stadium
Hosted by the City of Canyon Lake and the Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce, the 3rd annual Canyon Lake Community Night at the Lake Elsinore Diamond will be held Saturday, July 19. According to the Chamber, the event, sponsored by the Chamber and City as well as Pepe’s, RAS Financial and Phil Cohen, is a great way to treat employees to an evening of fun or to bring the family for a night at the ballpark.
Chamber News: Cruise to Cabo
The Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce is planning its 15th annual Chamber Group Cruise fundraiser and invites residents to join. Chamber membership is not required. The four-day Baja Mexico cruise to Cabo San Lucas on Carnival's "Elation" will set sail from San Diego on Thursday, December 4.
Teen singer to perform at Storm Stadium
Local teen Lindsey Christian, 17, will perform the National Anthem at Storm Stadium on Thursday, July 10. The Lake Elsinore Storm is scheduled to play at 7:08 p.m. against the Lancaster JetHawks. The stadium’s promotion that evening is “Thirsty Thursday” with $1 sodas and beers through the seventh inning. This will be the third time Lindsey has had the privilege to sing for the Storm.
Former resident builds 'motorsports country club'
Longtime resident Marlene Cathro wonders if anyone remembers John Morris, a contractor who did business under the name of Rush Development several years ago. If so, she thinks they will find the following story interesting.
Fly American flag proudly this weekend
As the nation celebrates its birthday, Canyon Lakers are encouraged to fly their flags proudly. The following are customs and rules pertaining to flying the flag:
Keep pets cool, safe this weekend and all summer
The Humane Society of the United States provides some tips for keeping pets cool during these hot summer days.
Try these cost-saving tips when planning vacation
With the summer travel season in full swing, Jason Alderman, director of Practical Money Skills for Life (www.practicalmoneyskills.com) gives consumers some helpful money-management tips for keeping vacation costs down.
AAA provides safety pointers for boaters
Hundreds of Canyon Lakers will take to the water on boats and other watercraft now that summer is here, but practicing safe habits can help them avoid tragic or costly accidents. When Canyon Lake resident Cathy Zaitz was the Auto Club’s Temecula district office manager, she sent the following safety tips to The Friday Flyer on behalf of the Auto Club. As a tribute to Cathy’s recent passing, and in reiteration of their importance, the safety tips are reprinted here.
Keep quagga mussels out of Canyon Lake
The Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District strongly recommends that boaters be extremely careful when boating on local lakes, particularly after visiting regional recreational waterways such as Lake Havasu, Lake Mead and the Colorado River, to avoid introducing the quagga mussel into Canyon Lake.
\'Freedom Isn\'t Free\'
This poem was written by Kelly Strong in 1981 when he was a high school senior USAF Jr. ROTC cadet as a tribute to his father, a career Marine who served two tours in Vietnam.
Spotlight on Seniors: Erik Quinones
Athletics come naturally for Erik Quinones, a recent graduate of Temescal Canyon High School, who grew up playing soccer, basketball and baseball. He always wanted to play football, but while living in Oceanside as a youth, he was turned away twice from Pop Warner Football because of his size.
Commuter Connection
This new feature, “Commuter Connection,” is an opportunity for commuters to list their name and job destination in hopes of finding other Canyon Lake residents headed to the same destination. With rising gas prices, it makes sense to share the costs with one or two other people.
Movie Reviews by Reel People: 'Wanted'
It’s a choice you have to make. You can remain ordinary, pathetic, beat-down, through a miserable existence, like sheep herded by fate. Or, you can take control of your own destiny and not see this shameful excuse for an action thriller. Choose wisely because you could lose $9 and two hours of your life you’ll never get back.
Miller Time: Miller family mourns fat cat that was top dog
If you read my column, then you know a lot about my family, especially about the four-legged members of the Miller clan we have loved and lost over the years – Max, our 16-year-old Schnauzer who was truly man’s best friend; mischievous Ethel, our 13-year-old Schnauzer who was the brainy ring leader of the “Lucy and Ethel” sibling duo; and now, Roxie, our 25-pound, lovable Scottish Fold cat with a bigger than life personality, enormous yellow eyes, tiny ears, short legs, a big heart and a tiny brain.
Teen Talk: Canyon Lake rocks on the 4th of July!
Every year it’s the same hype about spending the 4th of July out on the Lake and every year it still surprises me how great it is. The gates are always backed up and impossible to get through and so are the boat launches for the Lake. The memories are always coming in after living here 16 years and the incredible fireworks and parties! What could be better?
Nutrition and Health: Hit a diet plateau? Try drinking more water
There are a million diets available today that promise instant weight loss and immediate success. However, the American diet industry did not become a booming industry because these diets are working. If everyone lost the weight and kept it off, the diet industry would eventually become extinct. But it isn’t.
Announcement: Neal-Haas engagement
Mr. and Mrs. Gary Chaplin of Canyon Lake and Mr. and Mrs. Dean Neal of Sun City announce the engagement of their daughter, Deanna Marie Neal to Christopher Alan Haas, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Haas of Santa Rosa.
Announcement: 60th anniversary
George and Faye Howard celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on June 19. George was from Connecticut and Faye was from Arkansas when they met while attending school at San Pedro High School in San Pedro, California.
Announcement: Hoedown honeys
The Scarlet O’Hatters enjoyed an Old West experience during a recent trip through the 20,000 acre Coachella Valley Preserve and natural palm oasis, while riding in a mule drawn covered wagon. The “eco tour” was narrated by a knowledgeable naturalist as the group traveled along the infamous San Andreas Fault.
Letter: Community garden
In response to the proposal for a community garden at Sierra Park East, we are strongly opposed. The cost not to exceed $52,000 for 40 plots is $1,300 per plot. Do we want to subsidize 40 families or individuals $1,300 to grow some vegetables, fruits and flowers?
Letter: Need a blog
The Setback Committee got it right. It was necessary to enforce the six-foot setback because people abused it for selfish and economic reasons. Thanks, Mr. McCoy, for bringing it up and thank you to the committee for such a fine job.
Letter: POA Directors responsive
I’m writing to let the community know about the excellent responsiveness of the POA Board of Directors on a specific issue. Last week a Letter to the Editor was written about the properties in Canyon Lake that have the landscaping dying and weeds growing out of control.
Letter: Proposed rule seems fair
I write this letter in support of the proposed Community Setback Parking Restrictions ruling. Although the proposed rule does not address all forms of blight within our community, it is an important first step to address what some feel is a clear infringement of the basic rights of property ownership.
Letter: Dust control, Goetz Hill
In The Friday Flyer (June 27), Mr. Carlton of Sky Blue Investments says, "Go to the beach and throw up a handful of sand. How far does it go? Then throw up a handful of wet sand – what happens?" Well, we can all certainly tell Mr. Carlton that dry dust travels quite a distance – certainly as far as Early Round and way beyond.
Adopt-a-Pet: Roxy and Short Socks
Outdoor Living: Protect yourself from pool and trampoline dangers
This summer thousands of Americans will go outdoors to enjoy some backyard fun in the sun. Unfortunately for many of them, it will end in hospital visits, property damage and insurance claims. Insurance experts Cindy Woodford and Jon Farris of QBE Regional Insurance say two major culprits are trampolines and swimming pools.
Outdoor Living: Things to know before you tow
Even with gas at $4 a gallon, many people will soon be hitching up their boats, trailers and RVs and hitting the road for summer vacations. Catching up on the latest safety features will help these weekend warriors get out on the open road quickly and safely.
Outdoor Living: Tips for purchasing the perfect play system
When school lets out and the weather gets warm, children everywhere look to their back yards for fun, so it’s no surprise parents across the country are looking to play sets as the solution to keeping the minds and bodies of their children active.
Outdoor Living: Hosting the perfect summer-savvy picnic
Summer is the perfect time to bring together family and friends to enjoy the outdoors. Dust off the grill, lay out a fresh blanket and enjoy delicious food while soaking up the sun with the ones you love.
Outdoor Living: Celebrate 4th of July with Blueberry Cupcakes
Top off your Independence Day celebration this year with Wave the Flag Cupcakes for everyone. Need another reason to celebrate? July is National Blueberry Month! Blueberries are most abundant and least expensive in mid-summer, making it an ideal time to get your fill of these little blue gems.
Outdoor Living: Five Great American yard games of summer
Who was the first human to look at a wide, pristine expanse of grass and think “This looks like a good spot for a game?” The answer is lost to time, but modern Americans definitely owe a debt of gratitude to that long-forgotten ancestor. He or she was the unwitting inventor of the yard game, the ultimate summer pastime.
Outdoor Living: Homeowners shift spending from gas tank to home
Declining home values coupled with high fuel costs are leading many to reconsider how they spend their money. In fact, homeowners who purchased their residence during the recent real estate boom bear the greatest risk of finding themselves “upside down” in their mortgage - a situation where they owe more than the current value of the house.
This Week's Official CLPOA News
4th of July at the Lighthouse
Patriotic banners are up around the community in anticipation of this 4th of July weekend. But plenty is going on behind the scenes, too, to make sure Canyon Lakers and their guests have an enjoyable holiday. A buffet will be served at the Lodge Friday evening, between the hours of 7 and 8:45 p.m.
Here's a helpful reminder for boaters, skiers
For boaters and skiers looking forward to getting out on the Lake this summer, here’s a reminder of the POA regulations designed to keep the sport safe in Canyon Lake.
From the Director's Chair: Director sings the praises of his hometown
I have been fortunate enough to call Canyon Lake home since 1977 and could not be more proud of this community than I am now. We recently lost a well-respected member of our community, Cathy Zaitz, and it amazes me how this community comes together to embrace and support families in need. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Zaitz family at this time.
ACCording to the ACC: Improper storage
The violation of improper storage of trash, ashes, garbage and other refuse has been generally interpreted as items not normally associated with the area in which they are stored or dumped. This can translate to notification that a wheelbarrow, broken lumber and empty paint buckets may not be stored along the side of your home.
Did You Know?: Garage sale permits
We unfortunately have passed that beautiful spring weather and are already into a warm summer. However, many of us may still be trying to finish up some spring-cleaning. Some folks may want to get their garage back; others may just want to clean out the house a little.
Canyon Lake Property Owners July 2008 Calendar
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