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January 21, 2005
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What was happening over the years?
20 Years Ago
In January 1985, the big news was that the POA had finally settled a lengthy legal suit dating back to 1973 involving financial losses claimed by resident Vito Casellano. A jury found in favor of Mr. Castellano and, after involvement of seven different POA Boards, the Association agreed to settle the suit on behalf of all defendants.
A committee of golfers headed by Rob Caveney proposed a new golf clubhouse, and Joe Hill was appointed to fill the POA Board vacancy created by the resignation of Robert Rackstraw.
Once again, the POA reaffirmed its ban on the use of jet skis on Canyon Lake. Local activist Glen Foster was busily working on the project to install a traffic light at the Main Gate entrance and Railroad Canyon Road. Mike Davis was president of the Home Owners Club, Betty Aday headed the Woman's Club, Mel Prince was president of the Men's Golf Club and Don and Marge Wicen were coordinating a one-day trip to Santa Anita for the Travel Club.
15 Years Ago
Canyon Lake began the new year 77.5 percent built, with 187 new homes under construction. Of 3,416 total local residences, 2,403 were owner-occupied, 351 leased and another 107 rented on a month-to-month basis. Howard Ziff and Vick Knight spearheaded the Home Owners Club petition drive to incorporate Canyon Lake as Riverside County’s newest city.
A United States Bankruptcy judge approved the POA’s organization plan under Chapter 11. Rhoni Barton, a champion water skier from Canyon Lake, was featured on the cover of the 1990 Residential Directory. Polar Bear Day participants braved 47 degree waters in their annual event.
Closure of Railroad Canyon Road was to begin in a few months due to development of the proposed Cottonwood Hills community by the Pardee Construction Company. The U. S. Postal Service was considering the proposal to establish a contract station in the Towne Center. A community recycling program to raise funds for the annual Fourth of July fireworks display was begun. The POA Board authorized a study to determine if members still wanted to permit children as young as 12 years of age to drive their golf carts on Canyon Lake's private streets.
10 Years Ago
In 1995, rains kept contractors from beginning the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District's upgrades to the pump station on the Main Causeway. Auditions were under way foe he production of 'Bye Bye Birdie' under the co-direction of Barbara Egbert and Leslie Vecchione.
POA president John Zaitz listed completion of Holiday Harbor as one of his priorities for the upcoming year. Members were asked to cast their votes on whether to continue the ban on motorcycles in the private community. Local motorcycle owners sought a preliminary injunction against the POA enforcing its ban, but the Superior Court judge refused their plea.
Chuck Bryant retired after 12 years as director of the EVMWD and was honored for his many contributions, and Ben Wicke took over Chuck's duties on that panel.
A rainstorm caused the city to declare a local state of emergency as 27 inches of water flowed over the dam. Acquisition of the BLM land known as 'Sections 26 and 34' was under discussion since these areas have been described as 'weekend public campgrounds' by Canyon Lakers residing on the perimeter of the city. POA General Manager Bill Hallman began a series of orientation meetings for local residents and those new to the community.
A new local group known as 'Bosom Buddies' was formed to offer support and information to newly diagnosed breast cancer patients. The Chamber of Commerce began soliciting entrees for the upcoming Scholarship Pageant.
5 Years Ago
In January of the new millennium, the U.S. Census Bureau was busy seeking employees to help with the required count. New uses were being sought for the previous Community Services building by the Main Gate. Temescal Canyon High School was selected as one of California's 'Digital High Schools' in recognition of the high level of technology made available to students on that campus. Teamster's Union pickets protested construction of the new Lodge by displaying signs at the gates.
Local students were encouraged to try out for roles in the upcoming production of 'Oliver' by the Butterfield School Performing Arts group.
Lisa Tousseau was encouraging local teenagers to audition for the soon-to-be-produced 'You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown' musical. POA president John McNamara reported to the community facts regarding a legal suit dealing with operation of the Country Club restaurant and bar. Those residents who had stockpiled food and other household items in fear that the Y2K would cause problems were urged to donate these surplus supplies to local charities. Ed Strong invited all clubs and similar groups in Canyon Lake to become active in the Presidents' Council and help to coordinate planned activities so as not to conflict with other local events.
1 Year Ago
Last January, Polar Bear skiers, rain or shine, took to the lake in 50 degrees temperature to take part in their annual event. The new Tennis Courts opened to rave reviews from local players, and the Community Theatre group held additional auditions for its production of the play, 'Daughters.' Six members of the Temescal Canyon High School football Titans were picked for 'All Valley' honors. A new 'Welcome to Paradise' committee was established by the Chamber of Commerce to greet newcomers to Canyon Lake with special tote bags containing information about the community.
While the rest of the nation was shivering with below freezing temperatures, Canyon Lakers basked in 80.4 degrees sunshine. Cotillion Plus classes attracted a number of teenagers to the beat of popular dance steps. The Chamber of Commerce solicited nomination for its annual Community Recognition banquet.
Nature columnist Ken Cable continued to delight readers with his 'Wild Side of Canyon Lake' observations. Canyon Lake's Marine Gny. Sgt. John Collins continued to gain strength following his injuries in Iraq.
USC alumni were pleased with the fact tat their university’s football team was named co-national champions following their Rose Bowl victory over Michigan. The EVMWD, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the California Department of Water Resources refuted rumors of Canyon Lake's dam being 'unsound.'
Girl Scout cookies went on sale as fund-raising projects for Canyon Lake's local troops. The POA Board took under consideration the possibility of providing a 'Dog Park' within the community. Canyon Lake's sailors were urged to 'winterize' their boats with suggestions printed in The Friday Flyer. Thirteen-year-old Cynthia Innocenti was named top Pony Jumper in San Diego ceremonies. Deputy Peter Giannakakos was named as the city's COPS officer upon Deputy Todd Kelly's promotion to sergeant. A new 'Alpine Club' was being formed to attract local snow skiers, and the Canyon Lake Art Association sponsored a series of Open House featuring local artisans.
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