mission valley news - july 2010

BE A PART OF THE CITY’S REDISTRICTING COMMISSION Applications Available Now

City of San Diego voters approved Proposition D in the June 8th primary election. Part of that ballot measure includes adding a ninth City Council District. Applications are now available through the City Clerk for appointment to the San Diego 2010 Redistricting Commission.

The Commission will be comprised of seven volunteer members. You must be a registered voter in the City of San Diego to be eligible for appointment. Pursuant to City Charter section 5.1. a panel of three retired judges will make the final selection of the Commission members.

If you want to apply or nominate someone for appointment, contact the City Clerk’s office by calling 619.533.4050. Application/nomination forms are also available at City libraries and on the City Clerk’s website at www.sandiego.gov/city-clerk. The application/nomination period runs July 1–August 2 and appointments will be made no later than November 1.

FREE Summer Concerts at Westfield Mission Valley Shopping Center

Come join your friends and neighbors for live entertainment, festivities and special offers at the FREE summer concert series. Outdoor concerts will be held on Saturdays in July at Westfield Mission Valley Shopping Center from 3 pm to 5 pm.

July 3 – Percussion Ensemble at Nordstrom Rack CourtyardJuly 10 – Jessica Lerner, Pop Singer/Songwriter, between Express and

Foot LockerJuly 17 – School of Rock, Classic Rock Covers, Nordstrom Rack CourtyardJuly 24 – Jessica Lerner, Pop Singer/Songwriter, Nordstrom Rack

CourtyardYou will have the opportunity to win a $1,000 shopping spree from West-

See Concerts, page 10

See Smart Meters, Page 4

Smart Homes of the Future Will Save EnergyMission Valley homes are

getting smarter. San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) is installing smart meters throughout the community now through September to help customers track their daily energy usage online in order to save energy.

The 100-year-old tech-nology of the spinning dial

meter will be replaced with digital wireless technology that will allow customers to check their energy usage online and make immediate

changes to conserve. “We think customers

will save five to 10 percent on their monthly energy bill by tracking their smart meter data, and many smart meter

July 2010 On the Internet at www.MissionValleyNews.com Volume IV – Number 7

See Civic Center, Page 5

Mayor Sanders says New Civic Center will Save City MillionsCritics Think it is a Waste of Taxpayer Money

“San Diego taxpayers would reap a savings of $24 million over ten years and $232 million over 50 years if the City redevelops the Civic Center instead of continuing to lease expensive off-site office space and making costly band-aid repairs to the existing facility,” according to Mayor Jerry Sanders.

Critics of the proposal say the city shouldn’t be spending money on a new City Hall when the city is cutting neighborhood services due to budget constraints. City Councilmember Carl DeMaio believes the economic downturn gives the city an opportunity to renegotiate its many leases for reduced rent which would save the city money.

Mayor Sanders will ask the City Council to put the proposal on the November ballot at its July 12th meeting. “For me, this is a business decision,” said Mayor Sanders. “I can not justify throwing away millions of dollars on rent, as well as repairs to a building on its last legs, when there is a less expensive alternative. The savings we achieve will be used for police, fire, parks, branch libraries and street resurfacing.”

Under the agreement, Gerding-Edlen Development would construct a 19-story building immediately next to City Hall where Golden Hall currently stands. The new facility would allow the City to consolidate city employees who work downtown into one building, eliminating the need for the City to continue paying $13 million a year for leased office space and making necessary fixes to the Civic Center, projected to cost $37 million over the next ten years.

“In addition to saving taxpayer dollars, the project would generate 2,300

Hazard Center Office Tower Achieves LEED® CertificationEnergy-Efficiency Upgrades and Improved Water Usage Produce Significant Annual Savings and Environmental Sustainability

The Class-A office building at Hazard Center has achieved the U.S. Green Building Council Leadership in Energy Efficiency and Design (LEED®) Silver Certification for Existing Build-ings. The 15-story, approximately 268- thousand square foot building has been able to reduce its energy consumption by 13.2 percent and water usage by 17 percent through proactive implementation of numerous energy and water

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See Friars Road, Page 14

STATE ROUTE 163 AND FRIARS ROAD IMPROVEMENTS ARE ON THE WAY!By Gina Cord

It is a familiar experience – you are sitting in traffic somewhere on SR-163 or Friars Road. You are late getting to where you are going, whether it is home, work, school, shopping or a game. Why? Because the SR-163 and Friars Road interchange was designed and constructed for 1970’s traffic demand. Now, forty years later, many more people use this major inter-change to get where they are going.

Guess what? Significant transportation improve-ments are coming soon. On June 17, 2010, the City’s Planning Commission unanimously approved over $128 million worth of traffic improvements to directly benefit the SR-163 and Friars Road interchange in Mission Valley.

Phase 1: Widen Friars Road from Avenida de las Tiendas to Mission Center Road, including Friars Road overcrossing and reconstruct the interchange improvements to ramp intersections.

Phase 2: Connect new connector roadways and structures.

See Spectacle, Page 3

Awesome and Unique Spectacle July 4Re-enactment of the First Salute Planned

A re-enactment of the First Salute is planned for Fourth of July at the Mari-time Museum. Most people think America gained her independence on July 4, 1776. But it actually occurred on November 16, 1776 when the American Brig of War Andrew Doria sailed into the harbor of St. Eustatius and fired a salute

to the Dutch flag. The reply, roaring from the cannons of Fort Oranje, marked the first international recognition of the American flag and our beginning as an independent nation.

A re-enactment of this historic First Salute will take place at the Maritime Museum on July 4th at the beginning and finale of the evening fireworks show in the San Diego Bay. The state tall ship Californian will fire her guns at the Mari-time Museum and receive the salute to her flag by the Museum’s full battery of

MissionValleyNews.com — July 2010

Home Sales in Mission Valley on the RiseBy George Bandak and Sussy Brown , Coldwell Banker – Mission Valley Great news for Mission Valley residents! 88 homes sold in the first quarter of 2010. That is 12 more than were sold in the first quarter of 2009.

The least expensive unit sold was a studio in the Park Villas North complex. It was approximately 506 square feet and sold for $73,640. The average price per square feet for a one bedroom was $219.25. Friars Pointe and Rancho Mission Villas Complexes reported the least expensive 1 bedroom condo during this quarter. Two bedroom units aver-aged $260.91 per square foot. A 1,735 square foot unit at Escala sold for $490,000. A three bedroom unit at Escala sold for $560,000 in a short sale. The average price per square feet for three bedroom units in Mission Valley was $288.19.

Here is a summary of the units sold per complex in Mission Valley:

Mission Valley West Units Sold Price Range Notes The Bluffs 5 $140,000 - $265,000 2 Short Sales; 1 Foreclosure Mission Greens 1 $277,000 Short Sale Mission Bellwood 0 0 City Scene 6 $267,000 - $360,000 1 Short Sale; 1 Foreclosure Hazard Center (Union Square) 1 $385,000 Foreclosure Rio del Oro 1 $298,500 Short Sale Mission Gate 1 $475,000 Regular Sale! Mission Village 1 $218,800 Regular Sale!

Mission Valley Central Quarry Falls 0 0 Ongoing Project - Call for Details Park Villas 11 $73,640 - $503,000 2 Short Sales; 4 Foreclosures Missions At Rio Vista 3 $182,000 - $190,000 2 Short Sales; 1 Foreclosures Mission Walk 2 $385,000 - $410,000 1 short sale; 1 foreclosure The Lido 5 $346,500 - $425,000 3 short sales; 1 foreclosure River Colony 7 $190,000 - $302,000 Short Sale

Mission Valley - West of Qualcomm Escala (Attached Homes) 10 $359,000 - $510,000 Only 1 Short Sale and 1 Foreclosure Escala (Detached Homes) 4 $455,000 - $560,000 2 Short Sales; 1 Foreclosure River Run 4 $170,000-$249,000 2 Short Sales; 1 Foreclosure

Mission Valley - East of Qualcomm Friars Pointe 2 $95,000 - $170,000 1 Short Sale; 1 Foreclosure Friars Mission 3 $260,000 - $299,000 2 Short Sales Mission Ridge 4 $255,000 - $318,000 ALL Regular Sales! Mission Heights 1 $146,000 Regular Sale! Mission Verde 3 $140,000 - $240,000 Short Sale Rancho Mission Villas 3 $95,000 - $180,000 Short Sale Mission Plaza 1 $215,000 Short Sale Mission Playmor 1 $310,000 Regular Sale! Kensington Park Villas 1 $503,000 Regular Sale!

Let’s not forget that Federal tax credits expired at the end of April and definitely helped to pump up home sales this spring. Still Mission Valley is considered one of the best areas to live in San Diego County for its location and finest collection of stores and restaurants.

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How hard is it to find a lender that you can actually trust? Kris-tina Lee has recently joined Golden Equity Mortgage Corporation as a licensed Loan Officer. A native San Diegan and Mount St. Mary’s Univer-sity graduate, Kristina has worked for more than five years in this rapidly changing industry. Kristina chose Golden Equity after diligently searching for the right company, and found that “Golden Equity is the mirror image of my commitment to ethics, and they offer every possible product available to consumers,” she commented.

Golden Equity Mortgage is a full-service mortgage bank and brokerage and is a direct FHA, VA and conventional lender, offering both conforming and jumbo loans. In addition to residential loans, they have a full commercial department and a growing reverse mortgage divi-sion as well; all designed to service the community and their lending needs.

“A reverse mortgage is a great fix for older homeowners that want

See Kristina Lee, page 7

Nominate a Business for San Diego’s Better Business Bureau 2010 Torch Award

The San Diego Better Busi-ness Bureau (BBB) is inviting all local businesses, large and small, to submit an entry to win a 2010 Torch

Award for Market-place Ethics. The BBB’s annual awards program honors companies that demonstrate ethical business practices.

To help companies prepare their 2010 Torch Award entry, the BBB is hosting a series of free, one-hour workshops featuring guidelines and samples of previous winners. Work-shops will begin at noon on July 20 and August 10 and 12 at the BBB offices, 5050 Murphy Canyon Road, San Diego. Luncheon refreshments are served at no cost. To reserve your space at a workshop, contact Andrea McNelis at [email protected], or (858) 637-6199, ext. 320.

See Torch Award, page 16

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Gina’s Valley ViewsBy Gina Cord, Editor

When I asked for items of interest of this column, my good friend Robin Davis who manages Trellises Restau-rant at the Town & Country Hotel, was quick to respond with an item from her friend Robert Kaplin. We are delighted to learn of The Country Friends in Rancho Santa Fe, created in 1954 with 167 members to support human care agencies with emphasis on those providing services to women, children and the elderly by collecting antiques and objects d’art and then selling them to support the charities. The organiza-tion has grown to over 1000 dedicated women, who have distributed in excess of $12 million to human care agencies throughout San Diego County over the years and has nine chapters located in the County. The Country Friends consignment shop is the largest source of funds, producing over two-thirds of the organizations annual income. The shop is located at the corner of El Tordo and Avenida de Acacias in Rancho Santa Fe and is open six days a week from 10am to 4pm. If you have items to consign or donate, please call the shop at 858.756.1192 Ext. 1 for an appointment or information. All monies collected provide greatly needed funds for very worthy charities.

If you would like to spend a Sunday (July 11th) from 8 to 10am, a perfect

See Gina, page 13

Free Football Clinic for Kids – July 24thKids ages 6 to 14 are invited to

participate in a FREE football clinic produced by the San Diego County Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl. The event to be held on Saturday July 24th from 8am to noon will be at the Qualcomm Stadium Rugby Fields. The clinic includes instruc-tion and drills led by college football coaches and student athletes. A moti-vational speaker and lunch is part of this special event and all partici-pants receive an event T-shirt.

Registration can be arranged online at PoinsettiaBowl.com or

by calling for more information at 619.285.5061.

Tickets for the 6th annual San Diego County Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl went on sale to the general public on June 18th. Tickets range from $35 to $55 and

can be purchased through the bowl’s ticket office at Qualcomm Stadium, Gate A, or by calling 619.285.5039.

The Make-A-Wish Foundation of San Diego is the bowl’s beneficiary. From each game ticket sold, $1 will go to the charity.

historic artillery. The museum is also offering other activities to celebrate Independence

Day, such as a full BBQ buffet dinner, sailing on the Californian during the fireworks and cannon firings, and a bay cruise on the 1914 boat, Pilot.

Observance of the cannon firings is included with normal museum admis-sion of $14. Details for all events can be found on the museum’s website at www.sdmaritime.org/public-events.

Spectacle, from page 1

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Ask The CopBy Officer Christina Burhans, San Diego Police Department Eastern Division Email your questions to: [email protected]

Q: My neighbors have a fenced front yard. Each morning, including week-ends, they let the dogs out into this yard where they bark at anything and everything. I don’t mind so much Monday through Friday, but 7:00 a.m. on Sunday is too much. Isn’t there an ordinance prohibiting barking so early on weekends?

A: Although there are sections of the San Diego Municipal Code and Cali-fornia Penal code prohibiting disturbing the peace, these codes do not address issues involving an animal.

For a situation like this, I would suggest talking to your neighbor first. The next time the dogs begin to bark use this as an opportunity to talk to your neighbor.

Explain that the dogs’ behavior is annoying, and the reason for your visit is to discuss potential solutions. Over time, some noises like a barking dog can become familiar to a person and therefore are not considered annoying to them. So the owner of these dogs may not be aware of the problem and may not know how to address it. So be tactful.

Once you have discussed your concerns with your neighbor give the problem some “time” to resolve itself. Lastly, acknowledge the small successes and understand the problem may not be solved overnight.

If you are not able to resolve this situation with your neighbor you can file a complaint with Neighborhood Code Compliance. Complaints regarding exces-sive barking can be made to Neighborhood Code Compliance at (619) 236-5500. Once a complaint is received, a compliance letter is sent to the resident. Note that two immediately adjacent neighbors or three non-adjacent neighbors (in close proximity) are required to sign the complaint forms to establish a viola-tion if enforcement action is to proceed beyond an initial notice.

For this very reason, I would suggest trying to work on this issue with

See Ask the Cop, page 7

Sudberry Properties is committed to environmentally-sensitive design, striking architecture, attention to detail, and meticulous construction. Our mission is to create public places within our shopping centers and mixed-use communities that enhance people’s quality of life – while being sensitive to our environment. We’re especially proud of two of our developments that have been awarded LEED certification: Civita (formerly Quarry Falls) – a mixed-use community in Mission Valley, and Terraces at Copley Point – two Class A office buildings. Both are models for sustainable design.

Terraces at Copley PointCivita(formerly Quarry Falls)

Urban Corps of San Diego Grand Opening July 30th

Urban Corps of San Diego County and San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) invites the public to the Grand Opening & ribbon Cutting ceremo-nies at 3127 Jefferson Street, San Diego on Friday, July 30th. Tours will begin at 2 PM with a formal program

starting at 3 PM followed by a reception.After more than three years of construc-

tion, the dust has settled at the Urban Corps and the last components of the organization’s “green” campus are complete. The Grand Opening will be the public’s first opportunity to view the new, soon to be LEED® Certified Recycling Education Center, Rooftop Garden and solar panel topped Community Training Room. Plus, visitors can explore the site’s green building features and learn about energy effi-

See Urban Corps, page 7


customers I’ve spoken with have saved even more,” said April Bolduc, spokes-person for SDG&E. “Smart meters are all about putting the control of energy usage in the hands of our customers and making it easy for them to make simple changes to save energy and save money.”

SDG&E partnered with Google on the Google PowerMeter and smart meter customers have the option to sign up and view their energy usage online with this tool. They can see their usage from the day before or over the last week or month to see the trends of how they consume energy and where they can cut back.

“One customer was noticing a spike in energy usage through the night when consumption should have been at its lowest,” said Bolduc. “He learned that even though he had his computer in sleep mode it was still using energy. He now turns his computer off when not in use and will save quite a bit of money during the year.”

The environment gets the benefit as well. When customers conserve energy SDG&E can meet the needs of the growing region without having to build new power plants.

Smart meters will support new technology that will give customers the choice of connecting to in-home devices and appliances, and them more conve-nience, greater control over their energy costs and a chance to do their part to “green” the environment.

“Smart meters are the first step toward the smart home of the future,” said Bolduc.

For more information visit www.sdge.com/smartmeter.

Smart Meters, from page 1


HEALTHThe Simplest And Easiest Way To Lose Weight Ever?By Dr. Michael Pritsker

Here’s a quick riddle for you…It’s everywhere because almost everyone wants it. Yet, most never achieve it. What is it? It is weight loss. You can’t flip through the pages of a magazine or the channels on cable TV without being bombarded by advertisements for a new breakthrough miracle weight loss solution. It seems like everyone has the answer yet there are so many people that are still overweight.

Maybe you’ve tried some of these “quick and easy” solutions, and maybe one word sums up the way you feel. That one word is frustrated. So, is there anything out there that actually works? The first thing to understand is that there are no overnight “miracles.” The hard truth is that the real secret to weight loss is doing the right things consistently for the rest of your life. Doing the right things will cause you to lose weight but as soon as you stop and go back to your old ways, the weight will come back, and come back with a vengeance. And along with that so will the frustration. Sometimes it’s referred to as yo-yo dieting.

That’s why the best way to lose weight is to become well educated on the subject. The internet has a frightening amount of information, some good and a lot bad. That’s why your best option is to talk to a healthcare professional that has already helped many others and can short-cut the process for you.

That being said, researchers have found when people eat quickly, they end up consuming more calories than they would have if they ate more slowly. In fact, according to a new study referenced in a February 10, 2010 New York Times article, “scientists found that when a group of subjects were given an identical serving of ice cream on different occasions, they released more hormones that made them feel full when they ate it in 30 minutes instead of 5. The scientists took blood samples and measured insulin and gut hormones before, during and after eating. They found that two hormones that signal feelings of satiety, or fullness - glucagon-like peptide-1 and peptide YY - showed a more pronounced response in the slow condition.” This means you eat less. The New York Times article also mentioned a study done by the American Dietetic Association in 2008 that reported subjects felt more full and consumed 10% less calories when they ate slowly as opposed to “wolfing” down their food. And, a study in The British Medical Journal stated those who ate quickly and until full had tripled the rate of being overweight compared with others.

What does all this mean for you? This research simply suggests if you eat slowly you are likely to feel fuller and consume fewer calories. This of course is not a weight loss miracle. But, feeling full is nice, and eating fewer calories over the long run will lead to weight loss and greater health. If you think this isn’t a big deal, please remember that little hinges open big doors. It’s the accumulation of small things done consistently over time that leads to great success. In other words, stop looking for the big home run and start hitting singles. And, educate yourself as much as you possibly can. There is tons of information available for weight loss and health education. For more informa-tion, you can visit www.BackCareTreatment.com to read some of the latest health information.

STRESSBy Jen Telfer, Fitness/Gymnastics Director YMCA

It’s appropriate to write my first (and last) blog for Mission Valley YMCA about STRESS, and what is currently affecting my life and impacting my exer-cise routine.

In two weeks, I will be leaving my position as Toby Wells Fitness/Gymnas-tics Director and saying farewell to San Diego. As the wife of a Coast Guard Officer who has taken us around the world, I knew this day would eventu-ally come. Still, it doesn’t ever get any easier and each time brings the same amount of stress as the previous move.

Stress raises your blood pressure, releases bad cholesterol and is very detri-mental to your health. Does that mean all stress is bad? NO! Putting stress on our muscles makes us stronger, but knowing the right balance between enough and too much stress is the key.

Exercise is one of the best stress relievers and after a really good “sweat session”, my daily outlook can completely change. Additionally, mind/body exercises (tai chi, yoga, etc) have been known to lower blood pressure and effec-tively manage many stress-related conditions. And lastly, but certainly not least, massage and meditation are miracle cures for reducing stress. Massage actually releases the stress-related toxins that build up in your system.

So, as I leave sunny San Diego, I know I need to make it a point to keep my fitness in check and definitely go and get a massage.

TEN TIPS TO HELP YOU REDUCE THE RISK OF BECOMING THE NEXT VICTIM OF FINANCIAL ELDER ABUSEBy Paul Greenwood, Deputy District Attorney, San Diego District Attorney’s Office, Head of Elder Abuse Protection

1. Choose A caregiver with caution: Do not assume that by hiring a care-giver through a bonded agency you are guaranteed to get someone who has been checked. There is no current law requiring mandatory background checks for in-home caregivers in California.

2. Keep an inventory of all jewelry: Jewelry is the number one item that is stolen from homes occupied by elders. Not only should your jewelry be kept in a locked drawer, you should have photographs of rare, valuable or sentimental items in a separate location. ln the event of theft, such photographic evidence will be useful in tracking down the missing jewelry at a pawn shop.

3. Every home should have a shredder: Every piece of mail containing your name, address and any other identifying information should be shredded before being discarded. The most effective type of shredder is the cross-cut shredder. Even envelopes with your name and address should be shredded. Never throw away old checkbooks from closed accounts or bank credit card application forms. There is no danger in over-shredding!

See Abuse, page 6

Civic Center, from page 1

construction jobs, 70 percent of which would be designated for San Diego resi-dents,” said Mayor Sanders. Last year, the City began negotiating with Gerding Edlen after the firm won a public competition.

According to the agreement, the cost of the new Civic Center will not exceed $293.5 million. It will feature a one-stop shop on the first level, providing citi-zens with direct access to city services, and an expanded City Council chambers on the second level. The new chambers will have a seating capacity of 400, an increase of 43 percent from the existing chambers. The project will also feature a 1.25-acre public plaza. The existing Civic Theatre would remain as is.

The City will hold a series of public informa-tional meetings where the public can learn more about the project:

July 7th – Rancho Penasquitos Branch Library, 13330 Salmon River Road

July 8th – Nobel Recreation Center, 8810 Judicial Drive

Meetings will begin at 6:00pm

Sanders will present the proposal to the City Council at its July 12th meeting and ask the Council to place it on the November ballot. If approved by voters, construction would begin in January 2012 with completion in 2014. For more information, go to the Mayor’s website, www.sandiego.gov/mayor.

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By Chet Barfield, Mission Valley representative for Councilmember Donna FryeA key segment of bicycle trail along the San Diego River in Mission Valley

got a final push with a $100,000 City Council appropriation last month. For years, cyclists and pedestrians have lamented the lack of a paved

pathway under State Route 163 between Hazard Center and Fashion Valley Mall. Strollers, joggers and riders taking the paths on either side have had to contend with an unimproved gap the length of four football fields under freeway over-passes often occupied by transients.

Filling this gap has become even more important with the pending construction of a long-awaited westerly extension of Hazard Center Drive. Squeezed between freeway pilings, the two-lane road that will link Hazard Center and Fashion Valley will be too narrow for a bike lane or even a sidewalk. People who want to walk, jog or pedal through that area need a safe alternative.

And now it appears they’ll have one, hopefully by next summer.

Mark Giandoni, an associate engi-neer with the city’s Engineering and Capital Projects Department, said most of the design work has been completed on the $1.4 million project, which is being funded mostly with state gasoline tax funds managed by the San Diego Association of Governments. But some unex-pected complications arose in obtaining required easements and permits from other governmental agencies, pushing costs beyond what was budgeted this year. Hence the request for the $100,000 appropriation the Council approved June 15.

“That was to move additional funding into this project to keep it going,” Giandoni said. “Otherwise we’d have to wait until the next fiscal year.”

The planned bicycle/pedestrian path will be 12 feet wide and will extend 1,200 feet along the river’s northern bank. Construction is expected to begin next spring and be completed in three to four months, Giandoni said.

The segment under Route 163 is part of what eventually will be an inter-connected network of river pathways extending all the way through Mission Valley, from Qualcomm Stadium to the Pacific.

New Firefighting Helicopter Coming To San DiegoOur entire county is poised to benefit from the SunbirdBy San Diego County Supervisor Ron Roberts

Late next month, the public will get their first look at the newest firefighting resource for all of San Diego County: The Sunbird.

Custom built for, and purchased by, San Diego Gas & Electric, the Erickson Air-Crane S64F Helitanker nicknamed the Sunbird can drop about 2,600 gallons of water and retardant on a fire then refill in as little as 45 seconds.

It was my pleasure in early June to join San Diego City Councilman Kevin Faulconer and SDG&E President Michael Niggli in announcing the unique public-private partnership that makes this deal possible.

The County of San Diego and SDG&E are each setting aside $150,000 that will be used to pay to fly the chopper against fires anywhere in the county, whether it be in a neighborhood like Mission Valley, a city like Carlsbad or a rural area like Julian. The city of San Diego will handle the dispatching service.

In the last decade, I have been involved in securing four full-time firefighting heli-

See Roberts, page 14

See Comerica, page 10See Abuse, page 10

See Frye, page 11

Comerica Bank Invests $100,000 in Providing Access to Conventional Financing for Small Businesses in San Diego County

Looking to augment financing available to small businesses in San Diego County, Comerica Bank has announced a $100,000 investment in San

Diego Bankers Small Busi-ness Community Develop-ment Corporation (CDC.) The financing provides capital-starved, qualified borrowers with loans in low-moderate income neighborhoods.

A special check was presented at the Comerica Bank Mission Valley banking center located at 2307 Fenton Parkway, San Diego. Local elected officials, business and community leaders, local cham-

bers of commerce and business owners joined in the celebration.

4. Protect your incoming and outgoing Mail: Never allow incoming mail to sit in an unsecured mailbox where the public have access. Mailbox theft is rampant. Similarly, never leave outgoing mail ln an unsecured mailbox with the red flag raised as this simply provides an easy alert to the thief who is cruising the streets. Consider either purchasing a locked mailbox or renting a post office from your local post office.

Abuse, from page 5

Council Member Donna Frye of the San Diego City Council represents

District #6, in Mission Valley

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ciency at SDG&E’s first “Sustainable Experience” kiosk in the lobby.

Several local legislators will inaugurate the campus along with Urban Corps staff, board members and youth Corps members. The community is invited to attend. For more information call 619-954-7562.

Search Continues for Civita School OperatorHigh Tech High no longer part of plans for Mission Valley site

Sudberry Properties, the devel-oper of Civita, is renewing its search for a school operator on the proposed 3.5 acre site within the master planned community formerly known as Quarry Falls in Mission Valley.

This comes as Sudberry and High Tech High have jointly announced plans to suspend previous negotiations, where the Point Loma charter school planned to open a campus in the mixed-use commu-nity. Apparently the charter organi-zation’s model has grown to require a significantly larger campus than the 3.5 acres set aside in the Civita community. High Tech High Schools have become so successful, that at least ten applications are received for

every opening with many students traveling from significant distances.

“I am disappointed,” said Tom Sudberry, chairman of Sudberry Properties. “But I appreciate and understand the needs of High Tech High. We wish them success and look forward to finding a new school oper-ator for our Civita community.”

An active search, including renewed discussions with the San Diego Unified School District, are underway to determine if another entity is interested in building a kindergarten through 8th-grade campus on the designated site next to the planned Civic Center and 17 acre public park.

“We believe that a school is an

Mission Valley Agent named 2010 Insurance Agent of the Year

John Toon of Snapp & Associates has been named 2010 Agent of the Year by the Insurance Brokers and Agents of San Diego. Toon was selected based on his dedication and commitment to the local and statewide association, the insurance industry as a whole and fellow professionals in San Diego County.

Active in the insurance industry for the last 17 years, Toon was named president of Snapp & Associates in 1999 after previously serving as both vice president and a customer service associate. He currently oversees management of the agency’s 30 person staff and commercial lines sales.

For the lat six years he has served on the Board of Directors for the Insur-ance Brokers and Agents of San Diego and most recently sat as President in 2009. From 2005 to 2008, Toon chaired the association’s annual golf tourna-ment, an extremely successful industry event raising more than $15,000 for local charities including the Polinsky Children’s Center, Operation Homefront and the National Lung Cancer Partnership.

The Rockettes are Coming to San DiegoTickets on Sale in August

The world famous Radio City Music Hall Rockettes are coming to San Diego for the first time. Madison Square Garden Entertainment recently announced the expansion of The Radio City Christmas Spectacular tour to the mid-west and west coast as the beloved holiday tradition delights more than 27 cities across the country this holiday season including New York’s Radio City Music Hall. This beloved holiday show will delight the entire family when it hits the stage at the San Diego Sports Arena on December 3rd – 5th for seven shows!

This newest production was specifically designed for large-scale venues and replicates on a grand scale the exact production of The Christmas Spec-tacular at Radio City Music Hall. Audiences are taken on a theatrical journey that the entire family can enjoy together. Children thrill as Santa takes the audience on a magical sleigh ride to the North Pole, while parents marvel at the unparalleled precision dance of the Radio City Rockettes. The Christmas Spectacular is truly unique in its universal appeal to people of all ages. From small children to grandparents, this dazzling holiday production is guaranteed to bring smiles to their faces and help create wonderful family memories to last a lifetime.

“The Radio City Christmas Spectacular is the #1 live holiday production in the world and has been a cherished part of holiday family traditions for generations,” said Don Simpson, executive vice president, Productions, MSG Entertainment. “We are thrilled to build upon the past two year’s successes and expand this extraordinary tour to the west coast. We look forward to bringing the spirit and warmth of our holiday production to new audiences with the traveling Christmas celebration.”

Directed and choreographed by Linda Haberman, who conceived and directed the critically acclaimed 75th celebratory show at Radio City Music Hall, the Arena production was specifically designed to play in large venues scaled to capacities ranging from 7,000 – 12,000. This multi-faceted theatrical touring production was completely constructed for an arena space, allowing the audience to experience the magic of The Christmas Spectacular like never before. Hitting the road in November, the show celebrates Christmas with show-stopping Rockette numbers, dazzling costumes, dramatic arena lighting

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See Rockettes, page 10

See Toon, page 13

Family Sleepovers on board the Star of IndiaTake an imaginary voyage back to the19th Century

The Maritime Museum of San Diego located at the Embarcadero is arranging a unique family event to step back in time and spend a night on board the world’s oldest, active sailing ship. The family can experience what life was like for immigrants and crew who lived aboard the Star of India. This imaginary voyage will begin on Saturday, July 17th at 2:30 pm and end on Sunday, July 18th at 9:00 am. The cost of admission is $55 for museum members and $70 for non-members. The program includes dinner on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday.

Visiting passengers will have the opportunity to help set sail, move cargo, and stand watch aboard one of the most historically significant ships in the world. This program is very popular and it typically sells out, so early reserva-tions are encouraged. Family Sleepovers will also take place on August 22-23rd and September 12-13th.

The ship does not leave the dock during this program. It is recommended that little sailors are at least 6 years old to participate. For more informa-tion and reservations call 619-234-9153 ext. 124 or visit our website at www.sdmaritime.org.

The Maritime Museum of San Diego enjoys a worldwide reputation for excellence in restoring, maintaining and operating historic vessels. The museum has one of the world’s finest collections of historic ships, including the world’s oldest active ship the Star of India. The museum is located on the North Embarcadero in downtown San Diego at 1492 North Harbor Drive in downtown San Diego.

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to enjoy their retirement now and postpone having to sell until the market bounces back,” said Lee. “As opposed to a home equity line of credit, the home-owner is not responsible for repayment until the property sells, making it an excellent cash-management tool – we’ve seen homeowners use this product to help wait out the housing decline and not put off their plans – We’ve even seen people decide not to sell after all,” she added.

Golden Equity offers niche loans as well; FHA 203K construction loans, VA, Cal Vet, CalStrs and CalPers loans, all based on client needs. “So often, clients think there is only one product that might fit their requirements. In truth, we can show them all the options on the market and how to pick the solution that is best matched to their unique situation,” said Lee.

First time homebuyers looking to get into the market should examine the various loan options available and get pre-approved before house hunting. Working with a loan officer, homebuyers will be able to determine their budget and having a pre-approval in hand dramatically increases negotiating power in the offer process.

For those that are already homeowners and looking at a negative equity situation or loan rate adjustment, Golden Equity Mortgage can help clients navigate the maze of refinance programs such as the Home Affordable option or streamline refinances.

The company was founded three years ago at a time when many mortgage banks and loan brokerages were closing and has built a reputation for honest, unbiased advice in the loan application process. “We believe in educating the consumer and offering them the best loan at a fair price,” says Lee. “There have been too many people harmed by the predators in our industry; it is time to put people first and profit second,” she concluded.

With offices in San Diego and Palm Springs and service capabilities throughout the state, Golden Equity Mortgage Corporation is a comprehensive mortgage banker and broker. Log on to www.goldenequitymortgage.com or call (866) 519-6290 to learn more.

your neighbor first. Although the dogs’ barking is annoying to you, it may not be annoying to the two immediately adjacent neighbors, and therefore no violation and/or enforce-ment can take place.

Mission Valley Planning GroupMeets the 1st Wednesday of each month at noon.

Mission Valley Community CouncilMeets every other month on 3rd Monday at 6:30 PM.

San Diego River CoalitionMeets the 3rd Friday of each month at 3–4:30 PM.

Info at www.sandiegoriver.org

All of the above meetings are held at the Mission Valley Library, 2123 Fenton Parkway, and are open to the public.


AROUND OLD TOWNSan Diego’s 241st Birthday Celebration July 16 · 12–2 pm

On Friday, July 16 a celebration of San Diego’s 241st birthday will take place in the gardens of the Whaley House Museum in Old Town, San Diego. Opening remarks from dignitaries will begin the festivities, which include free birthday cake & ice cream, music, dancing, and much camaraderie. It will be a heartfelt celebration, free to all with the goal of each ensuing year garnering interest and involvement from the entire city gearing up for a huge event for the city’s 250th year in 2019 with the expectation that the whole city to take part on that day.

The small celebration will be the third public birthday celebration since the 1969 citywide bicentennial marking the founding of the city of San Diego. Old Town businesses will be offering a variety of specials to mark the occasion; the Old Town Chamber of Commerce and Old Town San Diego State Historic Park are sponsoring and will be involved in the festivities as well.

In the past our city’s birthday was a major event. Traditionally it began with the “Trek to the Cross,” a procession that would start in Old Town and was led by figures portraying Gaspar de Portola, Father Serra and other reen-actors of historical figures. The procession would end at Presidio Park where there were reconstructed native habitations, Native American, Spanish and Mexican dancers, musicians, bell ringing, cannon and musket firing. Historical flags waved proudly, and there were many exhibits showing the contributions

Old Town’s Cosmopolitan Hotel Yields a Unique HistoryWe gratefully acknowledge the following from our reader James Parducci of San Diego who is an avid historian and writer.

A restored landmark hotel in Old Town, the Cosmopolitan is an enduring entity.

It was originally built as the home of Juan Bandini, a Peruvian-born immigrant who became an American patriot. Perhaps as patriotic as their father, Juan’s three daughters, Josefa, Ysabel and Arcadia sewed one of the first American flags to fly over San Diego.

Though once a prominent social center, financial misfortunes forced Bandini to sell his home in the 1850’s and in the decades following, the building would see its share of disasters.

On May 27th, 1862, an earthquake wounded the rancho by cracking some of its walls, and collapsing one completely, yet the former Casa de Bandini did not fall.

In 1869, the Cosmopolitan Hotel was born when Albert Seeley bought the building and crowned its adobe architecture with a second floor that used wood framing.

The “Cosmo” proved as enduring as its predecessor and remained standing after a fire in 1872 destroyed many important buildings in the area. Fate had favored the inn due to a fire-retardant tile roof covering the nearby Estudillo home which prevented the flames from reaching it (Bandini had married Dolores Estudillo). The building insisted on being fixed in Old Town’s soil.

Seeley was determined to attract good fortune too. Advertisements for the stage line he had started at the hotel, which ran between San Diego and Los Angeles, announced that passengers would pass through “the best part of

The grand opening of the Cosmopolitan Hotel & Restaurant in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park will be commemorated with a free public festival on Saturday, July 10, featuring an open-air night-time circus. The day-long event will begin at 1pm with live entertainment including strolling actors, musicians on stage, and more. Circus performers will be throughout the park during the day to bring a festive, celebratory atmosphere to the center of Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. There will be stagecoach rides, horse saddling and tacking lessons and other activities for the entire family. The 181-year-old Cosmopolitan Hotel’s main feature and central focal point, the balcony that wraps around the second story, will give visitors views to San Diego Bay, as well as a perfect perch for watching entertainment in the state park’s central plaza.

FIESTA DE REYES IN OLD TOWN WINS “BUSINESS OF THE YEAR”Owner Chuck Ross Takes Home Overall Award

Fiesta de Reyes owner and operator Chuck Ross has been named “Business of the Year” by the San Diego Business Improvement Council, it was announced by Jennifer Finnegan, president of the Business Improvement District Council.

Presented at the 2010 Small Business Awards luncheon, the award acknowledged his “exceptional demonstration of staying power, growth, financial strength, innovation, resilience and support of the Old Town San Diego Business Improvement District.”

The BID Council annually presents the award to one recipient, based on nominations from each of the Business Improvement Districts in the city. A panel at the San Diego district office reviews local nomi-nations and selects a winner. According to Richard Stegner, executive director of the Old Town Business Improvement District, never before has an organiza-tion from Old Town taken home the overall award.

“I am honored and excited to win this award for Fiesta de Reyes,” said Ross. “Our entire team has gone to great lengths to bring San Diegans back to Old Town, whether it be to the community-wide events, the festivals in the state park or to Fiesta de Reyes. We are so thrilled to be a part of this community.”

Ross was recognized for his efforts in taking over the ailing Plaza del Pasado concession in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park one year ago and, in that short time, growing the business to the tune of $2.4 million in sales tax revenue for the city of San Diego.

Since he took over from Delaware North Corp. of New York, Ross helped launch or resurrect 17 small businesses in San Diego, bringing new tenants to his plaza. Sales in the retail shops at Fiesta de Reyes are up 69 percent over last year and food and beverage sales in his two restaurants are up 26 percent, despite the economy.

Chuck Ross is founder and president of Old

Town Family Hospitality Corp., which owns and

operates Old Town’s Fiesta de Reyes. He is a long-standing

member of the San Diego community with

decades of experience in the hospitality business.

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Del Mar Racing Season Starts July 21st

More Main Events Than Ever and deals available every racing dayAn essential ingredient to the Southern California summer entertain-

ment scene, the Del Mar racetrack has packed its 2010 calendar with more main events and remarkable deals than ever before. The seven-week racing season will kick-off with Opening Day festivities on July 21 and run through September 8.

Leading off the 71st season is Del Mar’s famed Opening Day celebration,

“HAPPY HOUR” CONTINUES FROM MISSION VALLEY TO THE GASLAMP QUARTERBy Dick Slaker with photos by Alice Gerschler

The joy of visiting and experi-encing the various HAPPY HOURS throughout Mission Valley is that many of the hotels in Mission Valley offer some type of shuttle service to the trolley, so guests can go to Petco Park to take in a Padre baseball game, plus most are not very far from the Cruise Terminal, Santa Fe Depot and Lindbergh Field. I must say that Mission Valley is the best San Diego can offer for guests visiting the city.

For example, The Crowne Plaza Hanalei Hotel in Mission Valley is located close to most of the attrac-tions of San Diego from SeaWorld to Qualcomm Stadium or to Old Town or downtown where the Gaslamp District is located. They call Mission Valley the ‘Heart of San Diego’

Celebrate 4th of July at Seaport Village

If you are wondering where the best place is to enjoy our nation’s Independence Day, look no further than Seaport Village. All day long entertainers and artists will be lining the cobblestone walkways with face painting, balloon art, street perfor-mances and live music.

At 9 p.m. curl up with family, friends and loved ones to enjoy the front-row view of the 2010 Big Bay Fireworks Show.

Seaport Village is not only the hot spot for summer holiday fun, but for everyday summer entertainment too. The streets are always bustling with energy and filled with the sounds of live local music at the Food Court, the Gazebo and the Upstart Crow Coffeehouse.

Regularly scheduled entertain-ment includes FREE musical perfor-mances each Sunday from 1-4 p.m. in the Gazebo. Additionally, this year’s

The World of WineBy Steve Dryden

Trisler’s Wine Bar In Mission Valley

For those looking for a cozy wine bar in the heart of Mission Valley try a glass of wine or share a bottle with friends at Trisler’s. This quaint wine bar is filled with a diverse assort-ment of boutique wines from the top regions in the world as well as harder to find artisan wines. Whatever you

love about wine, from sweet to dry, white or red, you’ll find something

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See Trisler’s, page 10See Seaport Village, page 13

See Happy Hour, page 14


MISSION VALLEY ROTARY CLUBCALENDAR FOR JULY 2010

July 01 A Review of the Rotary International Conference in MontrealFellow Rotarian Lydia Stewart will report her review of RI’s International Conference in Montreal.

July 08 Project Refuge-Transitional housing and centralized access to social services for refugees from Somali and East Africa.This new project aims to help refugees who have suffered extreme violence, torture and persecution in their homelands and have not received political asylum in the U.S. This project is being done in partnership between a coalition of local Rotary Clubs and Somali Family Service, a non-profit comunity-based agency which helps these people become independent, responsible and contributing members of San Diego through programs that promote health, education and economic success.

July 15DARK - Club will have lunch at the Aseltine School:4027 Normal Street, San Diego 92103

July 22Club Assembly

July 29 Donna Pinto, Development Director for Kids for PeaceEmpowering children to be service-oriented leaders and environmental stewards.

Regular meetings of the MissionValley Rotary Club (unless otherwise noted-Above) are held at noon every Thursday and The Trellises Restaurant in the Town & Country Hotel 500 Hotel Circle North, San Diego 92108.

Parking will be validated at the Restaurant.

Guests $20. RSVP to Andrew Tuccillo at [email protected]

savings measures. These improvements result in an estimated annual savings in operational

expenses over $144 thousand. PM Realty Group manages the building which is owned by Principal Real Estate Investors. It was constructed in 1990 and has received numerous recognitions including the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) International Office Building of the Year award in 2006.

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field, in addition to access to special events, store openings, offers and insider sales. Entertainment line-up is subject to change without notice.

We hope to see you Saturdays in July for Westfield’s FREE outdoor concert series.

Westfield Mission Valley is located at 1640 Camino Del Rio North in San Diego and is easily accessible from Interstate 8. The regional shopping center is anchored by Macy’s, Macy’s Home Furniture, Target, AMC 20 Theatres and has over 110 small shops. The center is open Monday through Friday from 10 am to 9 pm; Saturday, 10 am to 9 pm and Sunday 11 am to 6 pm. For more information visit www.westfield.com/missionvalley or call 619-296-6375.

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“It is rewarding to participate with Bankers Small Business CDC in this innovative program intended to provide gap financing for small businesses in San Diego County that may not be able to qualify for a standard bank loan,” said Bill Becker, vice president of public affairs for Comerica Bank. “Comerica Bank’s dollars will be used to provide additional capital to small businesses that need more than the SBA Microloan maximum of $35,000 or Community Express Loan maximum of $50,000.”

Bankers Small Business CDC plans to provide loans ranging from $15,000 to $25,000 at below-market interest rates to businesses located in low- to moderate-income areas and to women- and minority-owned businesses. Bankers Small Business CDC, established in 1992 by CDC Small Business Finance, is a multi-bank, micro-loan consortium.

Since it was established, the consortium has provided more than $6 million in total financing to 143 small business owners in low- and moderate-income areas of San Diego County. A variety of businesses have benefited which have included retail, manufacturing and professional services.

Comerica Incorporated (NYSE: CMA) is a financial services company headquartered in Dallas, Texas, and strategically aligned by three business segments: The Business Bank, The Retail Bank, and Wealth & Institutional Management. Comerica focuses on relationships, and helping people and busi-nesses be successful. In addition to Texas, Comerica Bank has locations in Arizona, California, Florida and Michigan, with select businesses operating in several other states, Canada and Mexico. Comerica reported total assets of $57.1 billion at March 31, 2010.

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effects, breathtaking imagery, and festive musical compositions.

Fan-favorites like the legendary “Parade of the Wooden Soldiers,” which continues to set the standard as the signature Rockette number for precision performance, and the “Living Nativity” remain a vital part of the show’s core. And the Rockettes will undoubtedly bring the audience to their feet with a Rockette finale “Let Christmas Shine,” which honors and celebrates the Rock-ettes as the stars of the show.

For more than three-quarters of a century, the Radio City Rockettes have entertained millions of families with their eye-high kicks and unparalleled precision dance.

Groups of 10 or more are ON SALE NOW and save 15% by calling (619) 308-4311. Individual Tickets for the Radio City Christmas Spec-tacular at the San Diego Sports Arena range from $39.50–$99 (plus applicable service charges) and go on-sale on AUGUST 12th. A limited number of GOLD CIRCLE seats and “MEET THE ROCKETTES” pack-ages are available through Ticket-master. For more information please visit www.radiocitychristmas.com or sandiegosportsarena.com.

here to please your palate. In addition, the bar offers some excellent appe-tizers, cheese plates and desserts. One great option is their Happy Hour every Monday – Thursday 4-7 pm (Friday 5–7) with selected wines by the glass at $5. and beers at $3. Live music is provided on Thursday through Saturday nights.

Owner and wine lover Stephanie Trisler selects interesting boutique wines from the best regions of California, Oregon, Washington, Spain, Germany, Italy, Argentina, Chile, South Africa, Australia, and more. Her California selected wines come from small producers in Napa Valley, Sonoma, Mendocino, Edna Valley, Santa Maria, Amador County, and other premier regions of the State. The wine list contains a nice balance of white and red wines with more than 30 options by the glass, at $7 to $13 per glass. Some wines are available by the bottle as well as wine flights, micro-brews and Karl Strauss on tap.

The appetizer menu is impressive and delicious with popular items such as: Special Appetizer of the day, Artichoke Dip ~ served with bread, chips and grapes. Brie with Caramelized Onions, served with bread, crackers and grapes. Meat lovers Platter, several types of salami, bread, crackers and grapes. Prom-enade Cheese Plate, three types of cheeses, salami, bread, crackers, dried fruit and grapes. Rio Vista Cheese Platter, three types of imported cheeses, salami, bread, crackers, dried fruit and grapes. And, for health-conscious dieters, don’t forget the desserts! Try their Nothing Bundt Cakes, made with the finest premium ingredients. Cakes come in several flavors to include: Chocolate Chip, White Chocolate Raspberry, Lemon, Red Velvet, Lemon and Marble.

This wine bar is conveniently located in the center of Mission Valley in the Promenade on Rio San Diego Drive, across the street from Rio Vista Shopping Center. For more information or directions, please call (619) 298-1501 or visit their web page at: www.trislerswinebar.com

Steve Dryden is an international wine and food writer. He guides small group wine tours in San Diego and Mexico and can be reached at: [email protected] Visit his web page and blog at: www.winefoodguide.com or www.bajawineandcuisine.com

expected to draw more than 40,000 celebrities, socialites and fun-seekers to the track. The “One and Only Truly Fabulous Hats Contest” will help launch the historic meeting by continuing the eye-catching tradition of glamorous, comedic and simply beautiful hats.

Among the many other summer happenings on tap at the scenic seaside oval are:

In honor of the Cougar II Hand-icap - at 12 furlongs Del Mar’s longest race of the season - Miss Cougar Del Mar will be selected to reign again this year. July 30 is Cougar Day, honoring self-proclaimed mature single women on the prowl. Cougar candidates can submit their entry for Miss Cougar Del Mar at www.delmarscene.com beginning July 14. Finalists will be announced on July 28 and the winner will be crowned during the races on July 30.

Racing at Del Mar happens Wednesday through Sunday, with post time for the first race on most days at 2 p.m. On Fridays first post is at 4 p.m. for the first four Fridays and 3:30 p.m. for the last three. For more information, call 858-755-1141 or visit www.delmarscene.com.

5. Obtain a credit search on yourself at least two or three times a year: Identity theft is rampant. The only way to have peace of mind is to obtain a credit search on your-self periodically from one of the three major credit bureaus: Experian, Equifax and Trans Union. This will enable you to discover whether someone has applied for or obtained a credit card in your name.

6. Every telephone should have Caller I.D. activated: All modern telephones are equipped with Caller l.D. capability and the minimal cost of this extra service is well worth it. By seeing if the incoming call is clas-sified as “private” or “unknown” this will allow you to be immediately on

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ROTARY CLUBSWEEKLY MEETINGS IN MISSION VALLEY OR NEARBY

Mission Valley Rotary Clubat noon on Thursdays at

Trellises Restaurant in the Town & Country Hotel 500 Hotel Circle North • San Diego, CA 92108

missionvalleyrotaryclub.org.

Old Mission Rotary Clubat noon on Tuesdays at

Best Western Seven Seas Hotel411 Hotel Circle South • San Diego, CA 92108

www.oldmissionrotary.com

Mission Valley Sunset Rotary Club5:30 pm–7 pm on Wednesdays

4th Wed. is a mixer at various locations Crowne Plaza Hanalei Hotel • 2270 Hotel Circle North

If you would be interested in attending a meeting or becoming a member, contact the Club of your choice.


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“This is one of the most impor-tant linkages along the San Diego River trail,” said Mike Nelson, execu-tive director of the San Diego River Conservancy, whose governing board is chaired by Councilmember Frye.

After last summer’s opening of a mile-long stretch of path from Ocean Beach to Sefton Field, completing the leg under Route 163 is “a big, big deal,” Nelson said. “It’s much more important than its 1,200 feet.”

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important element for creating the type of community we envision for Mission Valley. We are not giving up and certainly welcome ideas and feedback,” Sudberry said.

Civita will transform 230 acres of a declining gravel quarry located on the north side of Friars Road into a sustainable mixed-use community with nearly 5,000 homes and almost one million square feet of retail, office, and civic space.

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FAITH & VALUES

CHURCHES IN OR NEAR MISSION VALLEYFor your convenience

Holy Angels Byzantine Catholic Church2235 Galahad Road

858-277-2511

First United Methodist2111 Camino Del Rio South

619-297-4366

First Assembly of God8404 Phyllis Place

858-560-1870

Calvary Southern Baptist6866 Linda Vista Rd.

858-277-7078

Immaculata Catholic ChurchUniversity of San Diego Campus

8998 Alcala Park 619-574-5700

Immaculate ConceptionOld Town

2540 San Diego Avenue 619-295-4148

Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala10818 San Diego Mission Road

619-283-7319

Joyful Living Church3505 Camino Del Rio South

619-521-4800

Holy Family Catholic Church1957 Coolidge Street

858-277-0404

University City United Church of Christ2877 Governor Drive

858-453-3444

Linda Vista Presbyterian Church2130 Ulric Street

858-277-0523

University Christian Church3900 Cleveland Ave. San Diego CA 92103

619-295-4146

St. Dunstan’s Episcopal ChurchDel Cerro

6556 Park Ridge Blvd. 619-460-6442

Your Church or Synagogue can be listed here. Please call 619-291-0200.

7th ANNUAL ASIAN HERITAGE AWARDSThe Asian Heritage Society will celebrate the 7th Annual Asian Heritage

Awards on July 10th aboard the USS Midway, located at 910 North Harbor Drive, downtown San Diego.

The gala dinner will honor the Asian and Pacific Islander community with honors for achievements in 14 different categories and will honor San Diego legend Tom Hom.

Co-Chairs for the event will be Sally Wong-Avery and David Du, with Emcee Marcella Lee of Channel 8 TV.

This very important event is an expression of commitment to diversity and unity in the community.

To RSVP call 619.408.9928 or [email protected].

VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDPlease consider volunteering for hospice. Kaiser Permanente Hospice

needs volunteers to serve neighbors nearest your own home in all areas of San Diego County. No hands-on care. Our flexible training will fit your schedule. You will receive twenty-five cents per mile reimbursement, and the satisfac-tion of knowing that you were able to make the world a better place today. To inquire, please contact Volunteer Services: 619-641-4669.

BIA CARES DONATES $9,500 TO VARIOUS CHARITIESBIA Cares, the charitable foun-

dation of the Building Industry Asso-ciation of San Diego County, has awarded $9,500 to four local charities.

Voices for Children, received $4,000 to support its Court Appointed Advocate program (CASA), to provide court advocacy and mentoring assis-tance for foster children in San Diego.

Big Animals for Little Kids has been awarded $2,500 to support its program of volunteers who dress in animal costumes and visit at-risk children in homeless shelters, hospi-tals, convalescent homes and resi-dential facilities. Additionally, their new Teen Mentoring program puts at-risk teens into costumes to assist in entertaining the children.

Emelio Nares Foundation, which helps underprivileged children with cancer in San Diego and Orange counties, received $2,000 to aid in

accessing treatments, programs and services.

YMCA Youth and Family Services has received $1,000 for its “Oz San Diego” emergency shelter for runaway and homeless youth, ages 12-17.

BIA Cares, now celebrating its twenty years of giving, has raised more than $2.9 million for local char-ities. The foundation helps to build better communities by sponsoring such projects as providing play facili-ties for children of substance abuse families, underwriting a literacy garden for an elementary school, building a golf facility for inner city youth and donating to organiza-tions that assist the underprivileged throughout the County. For more information on BIA Cares, and to submit a request for funding, please visit www.biacares.org.

APPS THAT MAKE YOUR PHONE SMARTER MAY NOW SAVE YOUR LIFEAlvarado Hospital Posting ER Wait Times on Free App

Smart phones have revolution-ized the ease of instant access to information. Now, smart phone appli-cations can help save lives. Alvarado Hospital in San Diego is the first to partner with iTriage, a free app that leads you to the nearest emer-gency room using GPS technology. As part of the app, Alvarado’s Emer-gency Department wait times will also be just a touch away.

“Generally people don’t antici-pate their emergency department visits,” said Dr. Kevin Kelly, Director of Emergency Medicine. “Having access to an app that will guide you

to the nearest emergency depart-ment could be a potentially life-saving resource--and for less emer-gent care, posted wait times are an added convenience.”

The applica-tion is free and available for all web-enabled smart phones. The appli-cation isn’t just for emergencies; users can access

the library of symptoms, diseases, procedures, and obtain quality reports on facilities and physicians. iTriage provides more than a million points of interest, and allows users to find the closest ER, urgent care, retail clinic, physician, or pharmacy.

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your guard. Crooks love the telephone. lt is now their weapon of choice.7. You will never win the Canadian Lottery: If a smooth-talking 25-year-

old male tells you on the telephone that you are the proud winner of the Cana-dian lottery, he is a liar. Similarly, if you get an email from Nigeria or letter from Madrid indicating that you could receive a substantial amount of money, such communications are always fraudulent. Do not dabble!

8. Consider allowing your bank to send a duplicate copy of your monthly statement to a trusted family member or professional advisor: Sadly, sadly, most financial elder abuse cases are only reported or discovered six to nine months after the initial losses have occurred. Elders whose sight is failing are at greater risk because they may rely upon the very person who is stealing from them to insure that the financial transactions are in order. An indepen-dent pair of eyes that is able to look over bank statements every 30 days will be able to catch suspicious activities in the early stages.

9. Don’t assume that the friendly handyman is in fact licensed: Before committing to any work on your home, always obtain at least three estimates in writing and check on the name of the contractor with both the Better Business Bureau and with the State License Contractor’s Board. Just because someone gives you an impressive business card with a contractor’s license number on it, this does not mean that the person is qualified. The license number may have in fact been stolen. Additionally, never pay more than 10% of the contract price up front.

10. Always have a second line of defense at your front door: You should either have a locked screen door or a security chain guard at your front door. Crooks will attempt to gain entry to your home by using excuses such as a fake emergency, or false uniforms and badges. By having a second line of defense, you will be able to communicate with the stranger on the doorstep without exposing yourself to the possibility of a forced entry. Never allow any stranger into your home even if the emergency seems real. Instead, tell the stranger that you will call 911.


volunteer event is available at the San Diego River Garden, 3334 Camino del Rio North in Mission Valley. Activities include watering, pruning, weeding, trail maintenance and more. Tools are provided. For more information contact Doug at 619.297.7380.

The work will be followed from 11am to 1pm by a Member and Volunteer Appreciation old fashioned potluck BBQ. Hot dogs and cold beverages (water and soda) will be furnished but call Sarah at 619.297.7380 to RSVP for the BBQ. By the way, it is River Rob’s (Rob Hutsel, Executive Director of the San Diego River Park Foundation) birthday so come help him celebrate.

The 53rd annual ‘Coinarama’ Coin Show will be held July 24 and 25 at the Scottish Rite Event Center, 1895 Camino del Rio South in Mission Valley. Dealers will provide free informal appraisals of coin values. Coin show hours will be 10am to 6pm on Saturday; 10am to 5:30pm on Sunday with adult admission covering both days at $4. or $3. with a current membership card to a numismatic orga-nization. Ages 15 and under are free and there is ample parking.

What does it take to become a first-time candidate for the Governor of California? Just to win the Primary election is a real chore as I found out on my very first time as a volunteer for a candidate…But, Meg Whitman made it! She started her campaign in San Diego and ended it in San Diego with her husband by her side and, on their 30th anni-versary…they visited her campaign headquarters located in Old Town.

If you think that working in the office is a little tiring sometimes, don’t become a candidate as Meg made 22 trips to San Diego during her campaign, had 20,000 volunteers in 58 California counties who made more than 1 million phone calls; and she made 500 personal appearances. So…that’s how you win! But, of course, in addition to that, you have to have a good platform, be super smart, know the answers to any off-hand question, and do it all with a great big smile!

Gina, from page 3

Toon, from page 7

Snapp & Associates is an inde-pendent insurance agency, repre-senting some of the largest and most respected insurance compa-nies in the world. The Snapp team seeks out the most comprehensive coverage and competitive pricing to tailor a policy to a specific client need. Founded in 1947 and headquartered in San Diego’s Mission Valley, Snapp & Asso-ciates has worked with clients in many diverse industries, including entertainment, dining and construction, among others. Log on to www.snappins.com or call (619) 908-3100 to learn more.

various groups and cultures have made to San Diego. There was good food and inspirational speeches by dignitaries highlighting San Diego’s prominent place in the history of our country.

Around the world the anniversary date of a city’s founding is a great cause for celebration. For contemporary San Diego however, it has been a very different story. Until SOHO reintroduced the crucial date in the city’s history there were no celebrations, no processions, and no proclamations by city leaders.

SOHO’s Executive Director Bruce Coons asks all San Diegans to think about “what might happen to the city’s collective spirit if we celebrated the founding of our city and revived our traditions. What if we studied the gifts and used the knowledge that those who came before us gave? What if we were to explore and discover once again our roots, embrace our city’s culture, and preserve our historic resources?”

What indeed? SOHO invites everyone to come find out and be a part of the movement to reclaim San Diego’s rightful place in history.

Cosmopolitan, from page 8

Southern California.” The slogan “Ice always on hand” assured that guests of the Cosmopolitan would receive privileged treatment (ice was not the commodity it is today).

Its register records visitors from many places, both local and as far as Norway. One visitor was accom-plished journalist Charles Nordhoff who spent time there while finishing work on the guidebook, California for Health, Pleasure, and Residence.

According to the California State Library, the register begins with “April 21, 1870” and shows “COSMOPOL-ITAN HOTEL, A.L. SEELEY, Propri-etor, 187_.” The library maintains that the Seeleys “used the book for note taking or doodling.” Apparently it was not always treated as an official record and perhaps was a formality.

The savvy proprietor seemed more interested in promotion than in keeping records. His main ad touted, “This Hotel is Large, Commodious and First Class in all the appoint-ments.” Mr. Seeley might be happy to know that his renovated hotel will be “First Class” as an Old Town land-mark. Mr. Parducci can be reached at 619.757.6603 or [email protected]

NO ONE ASKED ME BUT…By Paul Burri, Weekly columnist for ‘Goleta Valley Voice’

A Cockamamie ExcuseWhen I was growing up in the Bronx there was a time when all of us

kids got infected with the cockamamie craze. Cockamamies were our version of tattoos. They were colorful pictures of everything from pirates’ crossed bones to pierced, bleeding hearts to skeletons—all the things that would appeal to ten-year-old boys. You would wet your arm and then held the cockamamie on it for a few minutes. Then you would peel off the paper backing and if you were lucky enough not to have some of it stick to the paper, you would have a “tattoo” on your arm. It would only last a day or so and in most cases half of the picture was lost but we all thought they were cool.

I can’t remember exactly where we got them—probably free with every pack of bubble gum—but they were cheap. Also ineffective and short-lived.

Because they were so cheap and essentially worthless, the word “cocka-mamie” became a synonym for anything that is cheap, worthless or ineffective as in—“What a cockamamie idea.”—or—“That’s a cockamamie solution.”

Well, the other day I asked someone to do something for me and I received a “cockamamie” excuse as to why he couldn’t do it. It reminded me of the story about the farmer whose neighbor comes over asking to borrow his ladder. The farmer says, “Sorry, my horse went lame the other day.” After the neighbor left, the farmer’s wife said to her husband, “What did that have to do with lending him the ladder?” And the farmer replied, “When you don’t want to do some-thing, one excuse is as good as another.”

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Seaport Village, from page 9

concerts are part of the “Stars Under the Sky” series sponsored by the City of San Diego Commis-sion for Arts and Culture to assist arts and culture organizations to thrive.

July 11: Bayou BrothersJuly 18: The Cat illacsJuly 25: Blue RockitFor more information about

Seaport Village call 619-235-4014 or visit www.seaportvillage.com

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Important City of San Diego Phone Numbers

Abandoned Vehicles ................................ 858-495-7856 Animal Regulation................................................. 619-236-4250 Beach & Bay Advisory ........................................... 619-338-2073 Birth and Death Records ...................................... 619-237-0502 Brush/Weed Abatement ........................................ 619-533-4444 Building Permits .................................................... 619-446-5000 Buses/MTS Access ................................................ 619-233-3004 Canyon Watchers Program................................... 858-292-6484 City Council Docket Info ..................................... 619-533-4000 City Directory ........................................................ 619-236-5555 Code Violations ..................................................... 619-236-5500 Curb Maintenance ................................................. 619-527-7500 Dead Animal Removal .......................................... 858-694-7000 Dog Licenses........................................................... 619-767-2675 Fire Stations ............................................................ 619-533-4300 Graffiti ............................................................. 619-525-8522 Hazardous Materials Hotline ............ 858-694-7000 Housing Commission .......................................... 619-231-9400 Humane Society .................................................... 619-299-7012 Libraries:

Balboa .............................................................. 858-573-1390 Clairemont ...................................................... 858-581-9935 Linda Vista ...................................................... 858-573-1399 Mission Valley ..................................... 858-573-5000 North Clairemont .......................................... 858-581-9931 Serra Mesa....................................................... 858-573-1396

Noise Regulation .................................................... 619-236-5500 Office of Small Business ........................................ 619-685-1390 Park and Recreation .............................................. 619-525-8219 Parking Citations ..................................... 619-236-7145 Police: Non-Emergency ......................... 619-531-2000 Pot Hole Hotline ........................................ 619-527-7500 Recreation Centers:

Kearny Mesa .................................................. 858-573-1387 Linda Vista ..................................................... 858-573-1392 North Clairemont .......................................... 858-581-9926 Serra Mesa....................................................... 858-573-1408 South Clairemont ........................................... 858-581-9924 Tecolote ........................................................... 858-581-9933

Recycling Hotline .................................................. 858-694-7000 Senior Citizens Services ........................................ 619-236-6905 Serra Mesa Community Connection ................. 858-565-2473 Sewer Repair/Spills ................................................ 619-515-3525 Sidewalk Maintenance .......................... 619-527-7500 Social Services Information ..................................211 Stormwater Pollution Hotline .......... 619-235-1000 Street Lights ............................................... 619-527-7500 Street Sweeping ..................................................... 619-527-7500 Traffic Control ....................................................... 619-533-3126 Tree Maintenance ................................................. 619-527-7500 Waste Reduction & Disposal ............................... 858-492-5010 Water Emergency .................................................. 619-515-3525 Water Utilities ........................................................ 619-515-3500 Zoning Regulation Information ......................... 619-236-5555

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Phase 3: Construct auxiliary lanes along northbound and southbound SR-163.

Mark Koll, Project Manager and member of the Engineering and Capital Projects Department of the City of San Diego, has worked eight long years with his staff to develop a feasible plan to re-build this main artery in the middle of the Mission Valley community. “The City is committed to improving transpor-tation infrastructure, and this project is a prime example of that dedication. I am so pleased to be a part of it” says Koll.

Tom Sudberry of Sudberry Properties, the developer of Civita, a major mixed-use project on the east side of Mission Valley, says “The Friars/163 inter-change reconstruction will be the most important, and welcomed, public trans-portation improvement in Mission Valley since the Trolley.”

The Sudberry Properties have a vested interest in this reconstruction project since they are one of the private funding partners. Other sources of funding for this project include: State Transportation Improvement Funds – over $2.2 million; Local developer funds - $19 million; Local Urban Community DIF funds – over $500 thousand; over $14 million TransNet. Over $92 million needed for construction is still unidentified.

Koll says it will be three years before the design plans are finished and the necessary right-of-way is acquired. Those tasks are expected to be complete by 2013.

Construction on Phase 1 is planned to begin in 2014. The project includes

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Happy Hour, from page 9

copters for our region. It is hard to believe that before then, we owned none.The amazing helicopter we are gaining access to through this partnership with

SDG&E is a perfect insurance policy, the big guy you bring in to keep a fire from getting out of control while supporting your firefighters on the ground.

The new helicopter is expected to arrive by late August, just prior to the start of our traditional fire season. Having experienced fire up close and personal, and with the Qualcomm Stadium as an evacuation center, Mission Valley residents know too well the danger we can face.

Initially, SDG&E will use the Sunbird in the backcountry to replace wooden utility poles with steel poles. If the Sunrise Power Line project is approved, the helicopter would be used in its construction.

In the event of a fire, the heli-copter quickly can be retrofitted with a 400 gallon bucket, or within two to four hours with a 2,600 gallon tank for a water and retardant foam mix.

It is important to know that while the Sunbird is being readied, officials already will be calling into action our region’s existing four heli-copters and any craft pre-positioned in San Diego County by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection as well as the San Diego County Fire Authority.

With the Sunbird and matching $150,000 investment from SDG&E, our county gains an important insurance policy and one available to help fight fires anywhere in our 4,200-square-mile region, regardless of jurisdiction. Fire officials will be able to react in sending the Helitanker into action without having to first check whether an individual city or fire district can afford the service.

This is a very cost effective method of providing additional fire protection for all residents of San Diego County. I’m proud to be part of this and other measures that are improving fire safety for all San Diegans.

Supervisor Ron Roberts’s Fourth District includes Mission Valley and its surrounding communities. You can reach him at [email protected], find him on Facebook by searching Ron Roberts and follow him on Twitter at @ronrobertssd.

Roberts, from page 6

according to Stephen DeStefano, Director of Food and Beverage of the Crowne Plaza. Stop by and say ‘hello” as he is very proud of his staff and offerings.

The Crowne Plaza at 2270 Hotel Circle North encompasses over 416 guest rooms and includes a little bit of Hawaii with their Happy Hour bar/lounge. The huge room has space to watch sports events, look outside at the beautiful greenery and enjoy their Island Sushi & Pupu Bar where a margarita during Happy Hour costs $6 between the hours 5-7 and 10 to midnight. One of the favorites might be the PuPu platter which includes: Hawaii Buffalo Wings, (fifty cents each, Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos (2 for $6) and Chicken Egg Rolls ($5).

We decided to explore San Diego so leaving the Crowne Plaza we headed south to the Gaslamp District where the evening starts to become alive as the offices start to close, out of town guests are ambling the sidewalks trying to find one of those restaurants that has great food at great prices. We found one of those perfect places to ‘hang out,’ the Sevilla Night Club, located at 555-4th Avenue that was established in 1987 and you have two levels of entertain-ment, one downstairs with a large bar and enough room for dancing the Art of Flamenco. We were greeted by Joe Santos, General Manager, and introduced to Joe and Manny who handle their Happy Hour and Lorenea Rivero who takes care of special events. Sevilla has a restaurant, Tapas Bar and Night Club. Happy Hour is open 7 days a week, and you will find beer, sangria & other specialist cocktails $3. & up; Tapas $3. & up. Most of their bottled wines are offered at Happy Hour with 50% discount, the Mojitos ½ price, Martini Bull-ring ½ off, Garabatos ½ off, Red & White Sangria ½ off during Happy Hour.

We know you will enjoy your visit to these two Happy Hour facilities. You can go from Hawaii to Spain in a matter of minutes.

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SERVICESPersonal Home Valet Service. Too busy to do it yourself? Let us help! Companion for elders, shopping, driver/escort, wash bedding/rugs. For rates (619) 207-5437.

Quality exterior carpentry by Bob. Decks, fences, patio covers and termite repair. Free estimates, reasonable rates, insured and reliable. License #365241 since 1978. Phone: 619-275-1493. (06/11)

Keith Everett Construction and Handyman Service: All phases of home remodeling and repair. Window and Door replacement specialist. Repair or build any style of fence, deck or patio cover. Senior discount, references, and member of the BBB. No job too small. Lic. #878703. Call 619-255-3499. (09/10)

Wallcovering Contractor - Enhance the beauty and value of your home! Removal, prep and installation. Precise, superior workmanship by Mr. Elisha Blatt, Lic. # 644396. Discounts on wallcoverings available. Free estimates. 619-582-4449. (08/10)

We want safer, stronger seniors! Let’s improve your balance, flexibility, strength and stamina. Personalized workouts in your own home are fun and private. Call Pam Melody, Certified Personal Trainer with Stronger, Safer Seniors Fitness Training, at 619-962-7144 for a free consultation. (07/10)

Flute/Piano Instruction. 30 years experience. Beginner to advanced. Music Education. B.A. Degree. Reasonable rates. Available for teaching in your home or mine. Rick, 619-286-8012. (03/11)

Pet/Housesitting Services. Est. 1983, Bonded. Pet-tenders offers feeding, walking, plant care, housesitting - and above all…SPOILING…in your own home! www.pet-tenders.com 619-298-3033. (03/11)

Roofing, licensed, bonded, second generation Allied Gardens roofer. Over 100 homes in Allied Gardens roofed. Repairs, all types of roofing. Free estimates. Call 619-287-7149. (09/10)

Honor Guard Roofing since 1993. Allied Gardens, family owned, repairs and all types of roofing. Free estimates. Call 619-229-9112. (10/10)

German Setter Tile and Marble: Professional marble/tilesetter with 26 years experience. European craftsmanship. Punctual & dependable. License #872804. Contact Jens Sedemund: 619-415-6789 or via email: [email protected]. (08/10)

Creative Landscape Irrigation/sprinkler repair. Drip/drain/valves/timer/upgrades/installation/landscape lighting. 30 years experience. Cal Lic #736809. Call 619-465-2237. (08/10)

Creative Landscape - mowing, edging, trimming, weed control, fertilizer, pruning plants, shrubs, trees. Weekly/bi-weekly service. Cal Lic #736809. 30 years exp. 619-465-2237. (08/10)

Gardening, landscape maintenance. Edge, mow, fertilizing, pruning, weeding. Repairs of fences, gates, sprinklers, lights. Planting: shrubs, trees, bulbs, roses, flowers. 33 years experience. Call 858-831-1722. (07/10)

Lori’s House Cleaning Service: Reasonable rates, quality service, references. 619-582-9586. (08/10)

Computer Repair - Setup - Tuneup. PC help for families, seniors, home offices. Trusted in homes for over 25 years. Call 619-992-5882. CA Lic #81527. (09/10)

Tait’s Tree Service. Trimming, shaping, lacing, removals. Quality work, affordable prices. Lic # 777395. Bonded & Insured. Dan, 619-583-5771. [email protected] (08/10)

R & M Signs and Designs. Custom signs, banners, window decals, vehicle magnetics, storefront graphics, team sports, custom apparel. RMsignsdesigns.com. Excellent service. 619-287-8757. (08/10)

New Handyman Service in San Carlos. No job too small! Honest, Reliable, Insured. Call Dan at San Carlos Handyman Services, 619-994-5680. (09/10)

Bonvino Painting - interior/exterior, affordable & reliable. Allied Gardens resident with local references. Lets make your home beautiful. Lic #884353. Call Roger, 619-726-6012. (08/10)

Mobile Auto Mechanic: Dealer trained, AA Degree in auto tuneup and diagnosis. Servicing brakes, engine electrical and body electrical. Window regulator replacement, timing belt replacement. Auto body repair; free estimates; raised in Allied Gardens. Dan Paterson, 619-481-9978 (cell). (08/10)

Handyman - Construction: Repair of plumbing, electrical, heating, AC service, fencing, decking, roofing, appliance repair. Installation of doors, windows, millwork, cabinetry, flooring, paint debris removal. Free estimates; 17 years in the construction field. Raised in Allied Gardens; references. Dan Paterson, 619-481-9978. (07/10)

McCue Remodeling and home services since 1976. Kitchens, baths, drywall, painting, tile, electrical, plumbing, doors, windows, decks, patio covers, roofing, ideas/advice. Lic # 477587. 619-850-7744. (08/10)

Drywall - New and repair. Hang, tape, texture. Clean; dependable. Lic #724767. Robert, 619-933-5261. (07/10)

Locksmith: Discount Deadbolts & Re-Keying. Door viewers, patio door locks, simulated alarm. Never a trip charge! License #LCO-4353. Cliff Henderson at 619-840-3327. (08/10).

Lawn Maintenance, mowing, edging, trimming, clean-up disposal; weekly-bi-weekly, competitive rates. We install & make all repairs - all irrigation. In business since 1979. Call Darrell, 619-401-9835; 619-972-8744. #399433. (7/10)

*Sing! *Sing! *Sing!* Grow your Voice! Take voice lessons with Susan Simmons, New Expressions School of Music, 2852 University Ave. Call 858-349-8490 for appointment. (8/10)

Computer Services for home and office by a seasoned IT Pro: Networking, upgrades, data migration, system tuning, training & more. Ed your Computer Shrink - 619-517-7153. (8/10)

Be Clutter Free - seniors and elderly, purge and shred unnecessary paper, pay bills, reconcile medicare statements, review insurance policies. Resources to keep you safely in your home. References, licensed, reasonable. (619) 987-4682. (08/10)

Your child can keep their hard-earned knowledge this summer! Help them with 1 hour of tutoring per week. Intellectual Coaching Institute gives 10% discount before June 15th. [email protected] to sign up today. (07/10)

Painting: $60 per average room. Exterior work also. Neat, clean and fast. Call today for your free estimate. 619-280-7752. (07/10)

Healing Touch Therapeutic Massage. Nationally certified massage therapist offers sports, deep-tissue, Swedish massage for rehabilitation and/or relaxation, at licensed home office (only). Introductory one-hour massage $35. Call Suzy 619-767-8866. License #92010781. (07/10)

Beginning drum instruction. Graduating from 8th grade. Experienced with jazz, concert and classical honor bands, and rock. Teaching elementary-middle school kids. $10/45 minute lesson in my San Carlos home studio. Contact Carter [email protected], 619-795-2578. (08/10)

Hauling: construction & yard cleanup. Demos. Light maintenance. Call Carlos at 858-495-0548; cellular 619-813-9988. Tierrasanta resident. Pls contact via email: [email protected]. (03/11)

San Diego Window Cleaning & Blinds. Quality, professional service. Satisfaction guaranteed. Family owned & operated. Screens & tracks included. Free estimates. 619-315-5536. (07/10)

Paul R. Smith Complete Home Improvement. Complete bath remodel for $7,200. All home repairs & remodeling. 43-year Allied Gardens resident. In business & serving the community for over 20 years. Lic #692972. BBB Member. Call Paul 619-818-7880. (11/10)

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITYSeeking woman with seamstress and online marketing skills to develop inventions. I have business and sales experience, and product ideas! (619) 583-4792. (07/10)

FOR SALEHandsome, classy, large sofa. Good condition. Antique. Potential higher value recovered to your taste. $325 or best offer. 619-286-8666. (09/10)

Wine bottles for home wine makers. Green or Gold - ¾ Liter, Clean, No Labels, Recorkable, 13 cases - $100 El Cajon 619-447-4117. (07/10)

Firewood for Sale. 1/8 cord: $70. 1/4 cord: $125. 1/2 cord: $195. Full cord: $295. Call 619-282-3562. (08/10)

Office Furniture, File Cabinets $35-$50, Executive Secretary Desk $60, Office Chairs (2) $15 each. 619-501-1888

Community ClassifiedsEngine Hoist, new, used once, comes with adjustable sling $150. Rolling engine stand $35. Wire feed welder 110 volt 90 amp,new in box $100. 619-481-9978

WANTEDHelp Wanted: Computer Software. I seek help in our home and office with Microsoft Office Products, especially Word, Excel, and Outlook. Must know these products well. 619-992-4239. (6/10)

Qualified private party seeks Kensington Historical house with income (to purchase). Prefer walking distance to Franklin Elementary, North of Meade Avenue. Principals only. (619) 890-1987. (07/10)

Fair prices paid for vintage costume, pocket watches, sterling silver flatware and old San Diego historical memorabilia. Free in-home appraisals. Call Erik, 619-887-8762. (10/10)

NOTICESMs. Margie’s School of Oceanography. Session 1 - June 28-July 2. Session 2 - July 5-July 9. 619-464-2507 or [email protected]. (07/10)

FOR RENTSenior Living - San Carlos small & large 1 BR’s starting at $660. Pool & spa. No dogs, no smoking. 7717 Tommy Dr. 461-4111. (9/10)

FREE CLASSIFIEDS Free classified ads are available to private parties and to non-profit organizations that do not charge for their services. Only one ad per party or organization will be accepted per issue as a free classified—additional ads must be paid for with submission of the ads. Free classifieds are limited to 25 words or less. Ads of more than 25 words cost 50¢ per additional word; payment must accom-pany the ad. All free classifieds will run for only one issue even if you indicate on the ad that you want it to run more than one time. All classified ads—free or paid—must be submitted by mail only, or hand-delivered to Mission Valley News at 6855 Friars Rd. #26, San Diego, CA 92108. THE LAST DATE PRE-PAID ADS WILL RUN IS PRINTED AFTER EACH AD. IF NO DATE IS GIVEN, THE AD RUNS ONLY ONE ISSUE. The following ad classifications are ineligible for free classified ads: FOR SALE, GARAGE SALES, LOST & FOUND, WANTED, FOR RENT, NOTICES, AND YOUTH SERVICES. However, this does not include WANTED ads for multi-level sales of FOR RENT ads for vacation/rental condos or NOTICES for any profit-making organization.

We do not guarantee that we will run all free classifieds submitted. If you include payment for an ad that normally is considered a free classified, we guarantee that it will be printed in the next available issue, unless it is inappropriate for a family-oriented newspaper. We will not call or write to inform you if your classified ad does not qualify as a free classified; we simply receive too many ads to provide that level of service. We do not mail copies of the newspaper for proof of publication.

PAID CLASSIFIEDS - $8/25 words or lessBUSINESS CLASSIFIEDS including SERVICES, CHILD CARE, BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES, NOTICES, HELP WANTED, & FOR SALE ads for any profit-making enterprise costs $8 for 25 words or less plus 50¢ per word over 25, payable in advance of publication only. NOTICES ads may NOT be ads normally classified under SERVICES (i.e., business ads) the Editor reserves the right to reject or re-classify any ads sent in under the NOTICES category that should more appropriately be placed elsewhere. PAID ADS may run for any consecutive number of issues, provided that proper payment for the ads is received in advance. NO PHONE CALLS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR RENEWAL OF ADS. THE LAST DATE PRE-PAID ADS WILL RUN IS PRINTED AFTER EACH AD. IF NO DATE IS INCLUDED AFTER THE AD, IT RUNS ONLY ONCE. When counting words—a word is a word, regardless of the number of letters. A telephone number is a word. An address such as “10000 San Diego Mission Road” is 5 words. We do not mail “proofs of publication” for classifieds.

SPECIAL NOTICEMission Valley News reserves the right to edit or refuse classified ads due to inappropriate content, space considerations, etc. Mission Valley News assumes no financial responsibility for errors nor for omissions of copy for classified ads. By submis-sion of ad, Advertisers agree to indemnify and hold Mission Valley News harmless from any claims and expenses arising from the publication of any ad. No personal ads are accepted. No refunds given or cancellations accepted unless such notice is received by mail 10 days prior to the publication date. MAKE SURE YOU REMIT THE CORRECT AMOUNT OF MONEY FOR THE AD—WE ARE UNABLE TO CONTACT YOU NOR RUN THE AD—IF THE INCORRECT AMOUNT OF MONEY IS SENT WITH THE AD. We do not mail copies for “proof of publication” and your cancelled check is your receipt.

ExTRA COPIESIf you need extra copies of Mission Valley News, they are available at over 120 locations throughout our distribution area on the day of publication, while supplies last.

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CLASSIFICATION. Make checks payable to “Mission Valley News.” Mail to 6855 Friars Rd. #26, San Diego CA 92108.

FOR SALE CHILD CARE BUS. OPP. NOTICES

FOR RENT SERVICES WANTED (see restrictions above)

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construction of an extended off-ramp southbound from SR- 163 to westbound Friars Road. This will provide direct traffic improvements to Fashion Valley, University of San Diego and the rest of western Mission Valley. The Friars Road bridge over SR-163 will be widened to eight lanes extending to Frazee Road which will provide direct traffic improvements to Hazard Center, Qual-comm and the eastern side of Mission Valley. A flyover ramp will be constructed to improve the connection on southbound SR-163 and Interstate 8 and elimi-nate the traffic conflict for people entering and exiting SR-163.

Bike lanes and sidewalks will be constructed on both sides of Friars Road and upgrades made to the on and off ramps to improve safety for bicyclists and pedestrians. Traffic signals will be modified and coordinated to enhance move-ments in all directions through the interchange.

The SR-163 and Friars Road Interchange Improvement Project is expected to improve traffic congestion and safety for pedestrians and bicyclists. It has been decades since any major improvements were made in this area, despite the increased traffic levels and additional development approvals. This project, coupled with other planned improvements in Mission Valley, such as the long-awaited completion of the Hazard Center Drive connection, will mean infra-structure will finally catch up with development in Mission Valley.

Friars Road, from page 14

Torch Award, from page 2 Ross, from page 8

Both BBB members and non-members, including for-profits and non-profits, are encouraged to enter this year’s 13th annual Torch Awards competition, which matches businesses in similar-size categories based on number of employees.

Deadline for entries is 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 1. Entry fee is $25, which will be earmarked exclusively for scholarship grants for high school students who write winning essays on the importance of marketplace ethics in our community.

The 2010 Torch Awards will be presented at a luncheon on Tuesday, Dec. 7. More information on the Torch Awards is available at www.sandiego.bbb.org and click “News Center” and “Events.”

Ross has been a San Diego resident for 28 years. He is founder and president of Old Town Family Hospitality Corp., is a long-standing member of the San Diego community with decades of experience in the hospitality business. He also oper-ates San Diego Catering Concepts, a renowned catering operation that has designed banquets to fit customer’s needs for over a decade and a half.

Fiesta de Reyes is comprised of three restaurants, Barra Barra Saloon, Casa de Reyes and the Cosmo-politan Hotel & Restaurant, along with 17 one-of-a-kind gift shops. The Cosmopolitan Hotel is gearing up for its grand opening in early July. For more information or to contact Chuck Ross, visit fiestadereyes.com.

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July 10Jessica LernerPop Singer / SongwriterBetween Express & Foot Locker

July 17School of RockClassic Rock CoversNordstrom Rack Courtyard

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