Vp Council Removes Wanda Street Rezoning from Housing Plan District

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A Monthly Community Newspaper June 2021 VP council removes Wanda Street rezoning NEWS INSIDE from housing plan Worth the By Andie Mills Residents, most of whom had Villa Park residents turned out, moved to the “Hidden Jewel” weight May 11, to voice their opinions at because of its half-acre lots and Building mass and scale a city council public hearing re- rural ambiance, were concerned restrictions waived garding the state-mandated hous- that their quiet locale would be for Ronald McDonald ing element update requiring 296 destroyed by imposing multi-unit House "good cause" housing units to be penciled in for structures, parking problems and expansion. the city. traffic. The majority, rallied by a The Wanda rezoning was one See Orange, page 2 neighborhood “Stop Wanda Road of 12 recommendations pre- Rezoning” campaign, protested sented, none of which were the rezoning of Wanda Road be- overwhelmingly supported. The tween Lincoln and Collins to al- other 11 proposed options were: low for 14 to 40 or more housing Course From left, Mike Noble, Mark Kuli and Eric Reynolds led their Wanda single family units on 11 vacant units. Residents of the neighbor- Road neighbors in protesting a possible rezoning of their neighbor- parcels; Town Center multi- correction ing streets, led by Mark Kuli, Eric hood. Said Kuli, “We really appreciate the Wanda area residents for family units; accessory dwelling Reynolds and Mike Noble, put Former Orange elected voicing their concerns, and the city council for listening. This is the units (ADUs); rezone remainder up signs and ramped up a social official takes council way city government should work. I’m proud of Villa Park.” of Town Center; Tropical Plaza media campaign garnering over Nursery; reduce minimum lot to task for lapses in 1,300 views, asking for letters and size for vacant/underutilized lots community-centric phone calls to the councilmem- to 8,000 sq. ft.; reduce minimum leadership. Mountain lion relocated from bers. City Manager Steve Franks lot size for other developed lots; Williams Canyon reported that over 130 comments OUSD surplus property; rezone See Guest were received, the majority relat- Smith basin/Villa Park Road par- Commentary, page 4 By Mike Boeck to prevent it from harming itself ing to the Wanda option. cels to multi-family; allow more A homeowner in Williams Can- or others. It was weighed, its As Mayor Crystal Miles stated, than two ADUs per lot in selected yon discovered a mountain lion in temperature taken multiple times the goal of the meeting was to find areas, or large lots. his livestock pen, along with two to monitor its condition, and its a solution that is “reasonable and Past times at dead sheep and two dead goats, teeth were photographed. Since the least-impactful to residents,” Take some off the top on the morning of May 4. normal body temperature for li- considering infrastructure, traf- Miles motioned that, as several Tustin High The lion had apparently ons is between 100-103 degrees, fic, schools, future housing plans of the options would not meet As its centennial squeezed through a small open- and this one’s was 104 degrees, it -- not an easy undertaking in a city land-use goals, they should anniversary ing in the chain link roof and was cooled off with water bottles, city that is 99% built out. The be removed from consideration. approaches, THS plans could not get back out. An adult then with a garden hose. The tran- city is not required to develop Namely, the rezoning of Wanda, festivity, fundraising goat and a ewe were still alive quilizer used to sedate wildlife the 296 units, only to plan for a with an underground pipeline, and family fun. and largely uninjured, save for a often elevates body temperature. zoning change and amendment to would be intrusive, and cause in- laceration on the ewe’s lip. Eye drops were administered as the General Plan. But any rezon- creased traffic and safety issues; See Tustin, page 5 The homeowner called 911 and the lion’s eyes were open and ing carries the possibility that, at units on 11 vacant parcels; re- soon the OC Sheriffs showed up, needed lubrication. some future date, building con- ducing the minimum lot size for along with a police helicopter and Once the lion was subdued, the struction may happen. vacant or developed lots; and the a California Fish and Wildlife of- sheriffs put away their firearms OUSD surplus property option, as Dollars for ficer. The sheriffs were heavily and helped in the care and docu- No wiggle room the district has no interest in sell- armed and prepared to shoot the mentation of this lion. Two peo- Should the city not follow the ing its properties. scholars lion if it escaped and presented a ple were unable to lift it to weigh state mandate to alter zoning, the Councilman Robert Collacott, threat to human life. it, but the part of it they could ramifications would be severe, in- and service cluding penalties, loss of control The group waited for the ar- lift weighed 125 pounds. Its total See "VP" College-bound seniors of housing and permit processes rival of Fish and Wildlife Envi- weight was estimated at 150-plus continued on page 3 and military recruits get ronmental Scientist Amelia Viera, pounds. within the city. a financial boost from who subsequently darted the lion the Assistance League with a tranquilizer gun so it could "Mountain lion" be safely captured and relocated. See District 3 voters look into recall See AL, pages 6, 14 The sedated lion was trussed continued on page 6 Voters in Orange District 3 are resume to review, no job history exploring the process for a re- to assess, no idea where she stood call campaign in response to the on local issues or who, other city council’s appointment of an than the mayor and three council unvetted candidate to represent members who do not live in Dis- You gotta them. trict 3, endorsed her. have art Following the departure of While emphasizing that they Councilman Mike Alvarez, who have nothing against Tavoularis, Canyon artists host stepped down after the court ruled District 3 voters, who felt dis- drive-by for socially that he was ineligible to run for missed and discounted by the distanced displays and the District 3 seat, the city coun- council’s choice, hoped to launch discoveries. cil had the option of holding a a recall campaign soon after she See Visitors, page 8 special election or appointing was sworn in. someone. District 3 voters over- They were, however, advised whelmingly preferred the special by Orange City Clerk Pamela election, which would give them Coleman that a recall could not the opportunity to choose their be announced until 90 days after FOLLOW US at council representative. the appointee takes office. Then, Foothills Sentry Failing that, many voters urged notice must be given, and 10 days the appointment of runner-up after that, the Registrar of Voters John Russo, who placed second must be provided with copies of Letters To The Editor Page 4 to Alvarez when the election was the recall petition. The registrar held last November. has 10 days to review the petition Canyon Beat Page 11 Instead, the council appointed and notify the proponents of any Service Directory Pages 11-13 Kathy Tavoularis, April 13, one required changes. According to Prof. Directory Page 13 of seven people who had applied the OC election code, the actual Photo by Mike Boeck Classifieds Page 13 for the position. Although active recall campaign could take 40 to A male mountain lion, discovered in an animal enclosure in Williams in the Republican Central Com- 160 days to commence once no- Obituaries Page 14 Canyon, was sedated by Fish and Wildlife so he could be safely moved mittee, she is largely unknown tice has been filed. No decisions Sports Page 15 to a remote location. to District 3 voters. They had no have been made. Page 2 Foothills Sentry June 2021 Orange bends design standards to accommodate a good cause, the Ronald McDonald House expansion By Tina Richards City approval of the proposed heightened. The roof slope was children. the benefits provided by RMH sufficient. Gutierrez moved on to expansion of the Ronald McDon- modified to appear shorter, and exceeds the issues of scale and another topic. ald House (RMH) on Batavia catwalks placed well away from Mission merits amendments mass. And, it was explained The council voted 6-1 to approve Street in Orange came down to the outer edges of the building. RMH wants to increase its ca- by city staff, the building is on the General Plan amendment and the value of its charitable mis- At the second council hearing, pacity from 21 rooms to 44. It is the western edge of Old Towne, zone change to accommodate the sion versus the value of design RMH reported that it had recently asking the city to amend the prop- across the street from another project. Arianna Barrios, whose standards intended to preserve increased the size of the trees to be erty’s General Plan designation large building and shares that constituents live in the shadow the architectural heritage of Old planted from 24-inch boxes to 36- from “low-density resident” to portion of Batavia with several of the house, voted no. “I think Towne. inch. Those trees will stand 16 to “public facility and institution.” other three-story office buildings. what you do is extraordinary,” The RMH provides a home 18 feet from day one. In addition, It also needs a zone change from she said, “but I still have a lot of away from home for families of RMH agreed to limit construction “single-family” to “public institu- Not a sore thumb reservations because of the size.” seriously ill children undergo- hours and construction parking tion.” A historic home on Culver The height limit in Old Towne ing treatment at nearby hospi- will not be allowed on adjacent Avenue, located just behind the is 30 feet. The existing house ex- tals. Opened in 1989, the facil- residential streets. “We’ve met facility, was also subject to rezon- ceeds that because, staff said, a ity serves some 800 families per with the neighbors,” van Dijs ing. It will be used as office space Conditional Use Permit (CUP) is- year. “The expansion is critical said, “and are addressing their for RMH staff. sued in 1987 allows it. That CUP to our mission,” Project Manager concerns.” Early in the review process, stays with the property and cov- Jan van Dijs told the council at its Public comments made at the the Old Towne Preservation As- ers the expansion. Councilwoman May 11 meeting. “Our focus is on design review, planning commis- sociation (OTPA) submitted a list Ana Gutierrez asked city staff and the needs of families that we’d sion and council meetings were of suggested changes to make the City Attorney Gary Sheatz re- have to turn away.” split between neighbors who structure more in keeping with peatedly how the CUP bestowed The Old Towne design stan- were alarmed at the size of the historic standards. RMH agreed on the original lot transfers to dards restrict building height, building that would loom over to a number of exterior changes to the lot where the expansion will scale and mass. No building in their backyards, and supporters make the building more “crafts- reside. “I’m not trying to be diffi- Old Towne is as massive as the who stressed the need for the ex- man” looking. The sticking point cult,” she said, “I just really want expanded RMH (17,325 sq. ft. pansion to serve more families. remained the expansion’s sheer to understand.” added to its existing 12,580) or Proponents ranged from CHOC size. The explanations provided by as tall (38 ft.). Expansion plans medical personnel to RMH vol- When asked by planning com- the city planner and Sheatz were were rejected by the city’s design unteers to Orange residents. missioners in February and coun- unclear, with the city attorney review committee last Decem- All noted the invaluable service cil members in May if the project noting that the CUP in question ber, but approved by the planning RMH provides, the physical and met Old Towne standards, the city was “a descriptor” only, and that The existing Ronald McDonald commission in February. Its first psychological benefits it offers to planner said no. today a variance would be need- House looms over the backyard hearing before the city council, families coping with severely ill OTPA ultimately conceded that ed. But, in 1987, the CUP was of a neighbor. April 13, was continued to allow RMH to address the project’s compatibility with the historic district and neighborhood concerns about privacy and scale.

Concessions count Throughout the approval process, the RMH architectural team made numerous changes in response to neighbors’ concerns about loss of privacy: window alignment was altered, taller trees added to the landscape design, and walls TAWC awards scholarships Graduating seniors from Tustin Unified School District were each awarded $1,000 scholarships by the Tustin Area Woman’s Club. Tustin High’s Elise Lauren Carlen-Jones will attend DePaul University, Chicago, majoring in communications and media. Emma Vandal, also from Tustin High, will attend UCLA or Berke- ley with a major in molecular, cell and developmental biology. Foothill graduate Audrey Ped- erson will attend the University of Oregon, and plans to major in human physiology and sports medicine. Claire Poissonnier, also from Foothill, will attend Brown University to study medicine and compete as a D1 college athlete playing water polo.

Following a nationwide search, the Rancho Santiago Community College District Board of Trust- ees unanimously approved the appointment of Dr. Pamela Ralston to serve as President of Santiago Canyon College (SCC), making her the first female president in the college’s history. Dr. Ralston’s term will begin on Aug. 2. June 2021 Foothills Sentry Page 3

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units in a rezoned portion of the portion of the Smith basin, with See "VP" Town Center. a maximum of 20 units per acre, continued from page 1 would have less of an impact on No good answer residents whose street overlooks with a second by Councilman Collacott suggested imple- the basin. Mayor Pro Tem Chad Vince Rossini, made an alternate menting a more robust ADU pro- Zimmerman advocated for saving motion to suggest that Tropical gram, but it was noted that street the open space and rezoning to Plaza Nursery also be removed parking would likely be an issue, create a more vibrant town cen- from the list, due to traffic and as an additional space is not re- ter. Parking, again, was an issue parking issues on Serrano and quired for an ADU. Residents – would it be underground? Meats. Councilman Robbie Pitts spoke to the need for senior hous- Ultimately, the motion by May- disagreed, suggesting that the ing, but the city cannot dictate the or Miles to rezone the eastern traffic would flow to Santiago. type of units a developer must portion of the basin was seconded Consultant John Douglas cau- build. by Rossini; the vote carried, 3-2, tioned the council to consider With four persons estimated with Pitts and Zimmerman the several approaches, and not to per housing unit, an additional naysayers. Zimmerman antici- “put all the eggs in one basket. 1,184 residents within the city pates more “feedback” about the The more options the city pres- may increase tax revenues, but Smith Basin at the September ents, the more likely it is that the traffic, parking, schooling and in- hearing. The final housing -ele state will approve the city’s plan.” frastructure are real concerns. ment revision is due Oct. 15. Collacott withdrew his substitute Public comments and debate It was Zimmerman who asked motion and the council voted, centered, primarily, on the rezon- about the ramifications if housing Kaitlyn and Lauren Minaya, students in the Orange Unified School 5-0, to withdraw only the options ing of the remainder of the Town was not built. Per Douglas, the District, will be state finalists in the National American Miss 2021 that Miles had suggested. Center or the use of the Smith HCD could monitor for progress, Pageant, representing the City of Orange in their respective Junior Of the seven remaining op- basin, the 22 acres of Santiago or the rezoned options could be Pre-Teen and Pre-Teen divisions at the July competition. Outside of tions, two had been approved Creek open space west of Cannon, used to satisfy future needs. If the school, the girls volunteer at the St. Norbert food bank and are in- when submitted in draft form to off of Villa Park Road, owned by state plan to increase housing by volved in community events. Lauren, far right, shown with Kaitlyn, California Department of Hous- Orange County Water District, 5 million, with 1.3 million units left, and National American Miss Princess Madison Villanueva, cen- ing and Community Develop- but within city limits. Miles sug- in SoCal, is rescinded, city zon- ter, sang the national anthem at the Anti Asian Hate Rally held in Ir- ment (HCD): 80 ADUs and 28 gested that rezoning the eastern ing could be reversed. vine in May. Page 4 Foothills Sentry June 2021 Guest Commentary Putting Orange to the Rotary’s Four-Way Test By Dan Slater tisan insiders instead of the true city leadership will follow the and council majority to deep- If past is prologue, all these is- Is it the truth? Is it fair to all community. Something needs to laws that its own residents voted pocket developers and party in- sues will likely be rushed through concerned? Will it build goodwill change, or we are in serious jeop- in. As a former city council mem- siders is both disappointing and with minimal public input, or and better friendships? Will it be ardy of losing what we hold most ber, I find it deeply sad that we reckless. even council discussion, followed beneficial to all concerned? dear about our beloved city. have come to this stark reality. Homelessness continues to be by a quick vote -- and then the The four pillars of Rotary In- None of this should be surpris- a big problem in Orange. WHY? city will brace itself for the resi- ternational’s Four-Way Test were ing to those who have followed Residents must step in Our council should demand that dents to rise up once again and developed as a moral and ethical the council’s efforts to stifle pub- When the council ignored its our city staff fiercely defend propose a referendum. foundation for business and per- lic participation. While nearly ev- own General Plan, as well as hun- neighborhoods, parks and busi- There is no evidence to show sonal relationships, and is used ery city council in Orange County dreds of residents, by approving nesses for the enjoyment of our that our elected and appointed worldwide. meets at least twice a month, the a housing development on land residents. We need a greater in- leaders will listen to the commu- We need to apply this Four-Way Orange City Council meets only set aside for open space, citizens vestment in our Homeless Assis- nity. How often can this city coun- Test to our municipal leadership 12 times annually and schedules were forced to get signatures to tance Resource Team (HART) to cil vote against the best interests in Orange and assess if city hall second meetings grudgingly. In- allow the voters to decide whether provide help for those who want of its residents before the resi- passes. Under its current leader- novation and technology have such a rezoning was a good idea it but make it clear for those who dents finally say, “ENOUGH!”? ship, Orange has been fumbling made it a simple matter to bring or not – not just once, but TWICE don’t that Orange is not a city Perhaps by following the Ro- through a fog of translucence - the public inside the process, but (remember the Fieldstone pro- open for those who want to live a tary’s Four-Way Test, our city can from one avoidable situation to that, too, has been ignored. Or- posal in 2003?). Not only is the “home-free lifestyle.” rebuild the ethical foundation that another. Residents have been kept ange has been on autopilot for too property not zoned for housing, New opportunities, and chal- harkens back to Orange’s storied at arm’s-length as city leadership long, and is not serving its resi- but the site is also located in a lenges, are on the horizon for history. We are a city built on favors insider interests over what dents well. flood inundation zone, a high-risk Orange: the North Tustin Street truth, goodwill and friendships, is best for the residents. From Sully-Miller to code en- fire area and adjacent to a heavily Specific Plan, the proposed ex- and if residents demand it, we can In most cities, the city council forcement, to councilmember congested intersection. Why do pansion of Chapman University, once again be a city that is fair represents its community. In Or- term limits and short-term rentals, the same tired ideas and tactics the proposed extension of the Pla- and beneficial to ALL concerned. ange – as was made evident by residents are constantly forced to keep being recycled? za Paseo. These are critical issues the council appointment in Dis- battle our own city to protect the Most councils listen to their that will affect Orange for gen- Dan Slater is a former Orange trict 3 – our council majority rep- quality of life we expect, enforce residents, but not in Orange. The erations, and must be approached councilmember and mayor pro resents special interests and par- our own ordinances, and ensure fervid dedication of our mayor with transparency and inclusion. tem.

Town Center residents would be handling of our landscape district fully the county and the state able to walk rather than drive to for the June public hearing. intervened to stop the fiasco on the wide variety of services and Sully-Miller. The city was ready shopping available. The result Jess Barber to allow Chandler to fill in the would be an addition to a thriv- Orange adjacent wetland but was stopped ing, vital community, rather than by the Regional Water Board as subtraction of valuable open Dirt devils it is a water of the state. Santiago space. I urge the Villa Park City Creek is an amazing jewel that Council to take development of Dear Editor: runs the length of our city. Why Voter's choice Habitat not houses Santiago Creek open space off I know Orange residents care would our elected leaders and the table and promote a vision of about Santiago Creek and its city staff continue to enable these Dear Editor: Dear Editor: a protected Santiago Creek corri- future. When I read the article companies to destroy our trea- There is a stench at Orange City I understand the need for af- dor that our generation and those in the last Sentry, ”City and fill sured Santiago Creek? Hall, and it is emanating from the fordable housing and am well that follow can enjoy. operator out of touch with state chairs of Kim Nichols, Chip Mo- aware of the challenging require- and resident reality,” I am frus- Paul Andrews naco and Mark Murphy. The three ments for updating city General Bonnie Robinson trated with our city leaders and Orange are drunk with power, and are Plan Housing Elements. How- Orange city staff. Chandler claims it has representing themselves, rather ever, I was dismayed by the Villa the right to fill in this beautifully Brain drain than the city. Nichols and Monaco Park City Council’s 3-2 vote to Bottom line? restored canyon because it once had the audacity to claim that the consider rezoning 17.96 acres of was a gravel pit. The city attor- Dear Editor: council and the city attorney don’t open space on Santiago Creek Dear Editor: ney, city manager, and even the Recently I queried the County decide the eligibility of the candi- (Smith pit) owned by the Orange Regarding the landscape as- mayor have taken the easy stance of Orange about why it was re- dates. The city attorney is respon- County Water District, to multi- sessment fees for Santiago Hills: by agreeing with Chandler. This leasing water behind the Villa sible for enforcing city policies. It family mixed-use development to I would ask the city council and same threesome gave Milan and Park dam, which would destroy is a fact that he approved the il- accommodate up to 360 housing city staff for more clarity before Chandler carte blanche on Sully- the waterfowl habitat in the legal candidacy of Mike Alvarez. units. the public hearing at the June Miller and now the public is liv- middle of nesting season. This The city attorney should be fired, The state guidelines provided meeting. ing with the illegal mountains of defied logic, as these wetlands based on the judge’s decision. to cities for completing Housing The existing staff report only construction waste and rubble provide critical habitats for birds The three council members Element Updates discourage the references the amount for one of next to Santiago Creek. Thank- and other wildlife. After making were happy because an Alvarez use of areas zoned open space for our two assessment fees (LMD win meant the voting block of housing purposes. The residents 86-2). It confusingly states that four would remain. The council living just east of the Smith pit only LMD 15-1 (the other one of and city attorney knowingly ap- know far too well the harm that our two assessment fees) will in- proved an illegal candidate for filling this area would cause in crease by 1.5% according to the their self-interests. Nichols, Mo- the near term: truck traffic, noise, CPI, but it doesn’t say how much naco and Murphy played politics dust, and the removal of essen- this actually equates to. I pulled and appointed an ally rather than tially all wildlife. my own property tax bill (condo) the logical choice of runner-up Residents and developers had a and my parents’ (single-family John Russo. John’s honesty and vision for this area over 50 years home) and found the values listed integrity are qualities that frighten ago and identified it as one need- below: the three little people. ing protection for the health and --Condo property tax (2020-21) This appointment looked to be well-being of the community. It lndscp main dist. $173.58 a premeditated move, just in case is part of the Santiago Greenbelt lndscp & ltg #1: $221.66 Alvarez got booted. A serious re- Plan that prior Villa Park city --Single-family home property call effort for Nichols, Monaco, councils have supported. As we tax (2020-21) Murphy and the city attorney deal with urban sprawl and our lndscp maint dist.: $244.48 should begin immediately. They need and want to maintain a small Lndscp & ltg #1: $369.44 obviously, and painfully, are not town rural feeling, this open space I called the property tax phone qualified to govern the city. is necessary for the health of resi- line, but no one answered, so I dents, the respite our eyes and have no idea which of these taxes Steve Palmer bodies all require, the protection are due to go up because the staff Orange of the watershed to decrease the report does not include that level chance of flooding, preservation of detail. Dear Editor: of our drinking water, the protec- Which line item above refers I was upset about the way Mark tion of endangered and threatened to LMD 15-1 and which is LMD Murphy appointed the new coun- species that inhabit the area, and 86-2? I’m guessing the second cil member. I was glad to see I for connectivity to other areas of one is LMD 86-2 because the wasn’t the only one. There were the creek corridor to retain biodi- preliminary engineer report says JOHNSON MOTORCARS some great letters to the editor. versity and to act as a carbon sink the maximum assessment rate for 31 Years of Specializing in the Service and Repair of Glad to see some people are pay- to lesson climate change. LMD 86-2 is $369.44 for a sin- ing attention. Thanks for bringing It is possible to meet the update gle-family home. Mercedes-Benz awareness. And the article written requirements with two of the other I am assuming it is the top line by Arianna Barrios and Ana Guti- options presented at the council’s for each that they want to in- Gary Johnson errez was great. They are brave May 11 meeting: implementing crease by 1.5%. Is it accurate to to speak out. Really brave. They incentives for building ADUs and say it will be an additional $2.60 714-997-2567 said it right out in print. Love that. expanding the rezoning of the for condos and $3.67 for single- Villa Park Town Center to accom- family homes? 982 N. Batavia # B13, Orange, CA 92867 Shari Carter modate mixed-use beyond the 28 I will reserve my comments [email protected] Orange units already approved. Future about the city’s negligence in its June 2021 Foothills Sentry Page 5 numerous calls, it was apparent the county was on autopilot one answering machine at a time. I finally spoke with an individ- ual who seemed bothered I was calling; he was rude and conde- scending and didn’t seem to care that this widespread draining was altering the wetlands and affect- ing the bird population. His sole focus was dam maintenance. I can appreciate the dam needs maintenance, but why not schedule it before or after nesting season? Other residents experienced the same frustration when reaching out to the county on this issue. It might be good if all county em- ployees were encouraged to en- Crescendo gage politely with the public, as many of us are concerned that our to feature natural resources are managed “Best Actor” responsibly. Citizens do have a right to know, as these are our from “Les public lands. In fairness, I did speak to a Miserables” staffer who tried to help, but it was clear no one knew what was Ivan Rutherford, concert solo- going on. For now, the water re- ist and veteran portrayer of Jean lease has stopped. Let’s hope the Valjean, the protagonist in the county will come up with a main- classic “Les Miserables,” will tenance schedule with nesting appear at the Crescendo Chapter season in mind. of the Guilds of Segerstrom Cen- ter’s Celebrity Speaker series on Katrina Kirkeby Thursday, June 17. Orange Rutherford has performed the lead role in “Les Miserables” over 2,300 times on Broadway and na- Friendship tional tours, and was named “Best Actor” in the show. He has also Tea slated had major roles in “West Side The Tustin Area Woman’s Club Story,” “South Pacific” and “Ti- is taking reservations for it annual tanic.” Friendship Tea slated for Satur- The Celebrity Speaker series is day, June 19 at the Santa Ana Elks Tustin High School is 100 years old held at the Bowers Museum Nor- Lodge. ma Kershaw Auditorium, 2002 The tea, to be held from 11 a.m. By Mark Eliot picnic during the fall of 2021 and printing of promotional materials, N. Main Street in Santa Ana, and to 2 p.m., will feature vendors Tustin High School, originally a gala reunion event in the spring commemorative T-shirts, campus begins at 10 a.m. and a silent auction. Proceeds known as Tustin Union High of 2022. banners and other items. Tickets are $30. Bowers mem- will benefit TAWC scholarships School, opened its doors for the In addition, the CTF plans to Donation checks, payable to bers may buy one discounted and philanthropies. Reservations first time on September 18, 1922. award one or more $1,000-$5,000 “Tustin High School CTF,” can ticket for $20; student tickets are are $40, and may be made by con- The 2021-22 school year will Centennial College Scholarships be mailed to Tustin High School $25, or three for $20. Parking tacting TustinAreaWomansClub. mark Tustin High’s centennial to deserving Tustin High graduat- Century Task Force, 1171 El is $6. For information, contact com before June 10. celebration. ing seniors. Camino Real, Tustin, CA 92780. Mary Staton, (714) 544-5549. The Tustin High Century Task The Task Force is search- Individuals may also use Venmo The Guilds of Segerstrom, in- Force (CTF), a planning coming for historical memorabilia, @TustinHS100 to donate (please cluding the Crescendo Chapter, mittee comprised of Tustin High such as yearbooks, photos, Tiller specify “CTF” in your donation). raise funds to support the center’s teachers, staff, alumni and com- ephemera, to be displayed inside Tustin High’s tax identification community engagement and arts munity members, is fundraising the Tustin High sports pavilion. number is 91-1752549. education programs, which each and preparing for a 100th anni- Items can be dropped off at Tu- For more information, call Tu- year serve more than 360,000 versary celebration. stin High’s administration office. stin High School at (714) 730- young people, families and edu- Circulation … 41,750 Festivities will include a home- The committee is also seeking fi- 7414 or the TUSD Communica- cators throughout Orange County coming football game, a family nancial support for the activities, tions Office at (714) 730-7339. and other California counties. 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Cold packs were placed Modjeska near Fire Station 16 re- mountain lion population, many under the lion’s legs to help with ports, “He’s been a problem for of them are also concerned about cooling. The lion was transported months. He’s killed well over 10 the danger this particular lion to an undisclosed location, far goats, two llamas, a mama sheep presents to people and livestock, from populated areas. and her baby lamb, many chick- and are celebrating its departure. The OC Sheriffs involved in ens and an elderly horse.” Residents with concerns about this procedure showed profes- Less than a month ago, the lion mountain lions are encouraged sionalism and respect for the lion. had entered the same Williams to contact the cougar conser- Since state law protects mountain Canyon enclosure and killed mul- vancy (cougarconservancy.org), lions, much caution and careful tiple goats, sheep, and chickens. a nonprofit that offers protective handling was required to deal A roof was then attached to the pen-building assistance, disposal with this situation without harm- enclosure, but it got in again any- of depredated animals and tips ing the lion. The California De- way. on how to coexist with cougars. Photo by Mike Boeck partment of Fish and Wildlife and Fortunately, the homeowner The conservancy may also offer Amelia Viera also did their jobs is an animal lover and did not financial assistance for pens and A Fish and Wildlife officer measured the lion’s teeth while it was se- well. shoot the lion, although at this carcass removal. dated. AL of Orange salutes future Looking for love military leaders Assistance League of Orange school. honors the high school graduates This year, each senior was giv- who have elected to serve in a en a congratulatory note and gift branch of U.S. military at its an- card from the Assistance League nual “Salute to Service” program. of Orange, and a Certificate of The program begun in 2016 Recognition from Orange County by Dani Kavanagh with only 13 Third District Supervisor Don honorees, has now swelled to Wagner. students from all OUSD schools, Students not pictured include, plus neighboring Esperanza, Yor- from Canyon High: Arainna ba Linda and Troy. Neeki, Navy; Ethan Lytton and The traditional dinner event, Christian Estrada, Air Force; Jag- with honorees and their fami- ger Hood, Marines; and Nicko- lies, was tailored to the times, las Eaton. From Villa Park: Ava with small meetings at each high Maresh, Army. Hamlet is a seven-year-old puggle, a winning combination of pug and beagle. The little guy has a super sweet and spunky personality, and is dog, kid, and cat-friendly. Hamlet has a neurological condition that causes some weakness in his back legs, but he still gets around great. He is looking for a loving home without stairs. For adoption information, see the Pugs N Roses Rescue page at pugsnroses.com. Kimberlee Martin, beautifica- tion chair for Villa Park Women’s League, stands among the new 54th OPA 4th of July Parade succulents and potted plants designed for the Town Center. The 10 a.m. Sunday, July 4 organization, whose mission is Go to: orangeparkacres.org to help beautify the city, donated funds for the plants and irriga- OPA Hotline: 714 900-2OPA (672) tion. El Modena High School graduate Grant Terlaak, second from left, with his parents, Heather and Garrett Terlaak, will enter the U.S. Navy. He is saluted by Dani Kavanagh, Assistance League of Orange President Norma Hockensmith, Al Tello and Pat Buttress from Don Wagner’s office, and ElMo Principal Jill Katevas. CHIPPER DAY 2021 FCA FIRE SAFE COUNCIL Saturday June 5, 2021 • 9 AM - 3 PM on Overhill fcahome.org

Students destined for military service include, from left, Villa Park Prepare your Property for Fire Season! The FCA Fire Safe Council has High graduates Simon King, U.S. Army; Carlos Morales, Matthew Im- partnered with Park West, Team Rubicon, and the Orange County Fire sande, Devin McRae and Elliot Castillo, all U.S. Marines; and Canyon High graduate Kiley Gabriel, U.S. Navy. Authority (OCFA) to provide North Tustin & OPA residents with a chipper day where residents can drop off plant material, free of charge to be properly recycled.

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From left, Al Tello and Pat Buttress from Supervisor Don Wagner’s office; Orange High graduate Jose Marquez, U.S. Army; Dani Kava- nagh; Jeremiah Gilbert, U.S. Naval Academy, and Assistance League of Orange President Norma Hockensmith. June 2021 Foothills Sentry Page 7

Photo by Jim Philipp The riparian area behind the Villa Park Dam was drained by about four feet by OC Public Works before a resident uproar encouraged the county to stop. It’s nesting season and the wildlife and habitat are protected by California’s Migratory Bird Treaty Act. Dam draining stops when citizens react Neighbors of the Villa Park to call Development Services. I Dam discovered early on the called the number she gave me morning of May 11 that OC Pub- and got an answering machine. I North Tustin couple celebrate 50th anniversary lic Works was draining the ripar- left a message. Then I called OC On June 19, 1971, Margy spent many happy years watching District as principal of Ladera ian wetland behind the dam to Operations and Maintenance and Claire Richards and Terrill Wes- their children grow and become Vista Junior High. The couple allow for scheduled maintenance got the same answering machine. ley Price were married by Rever- successful adults. Scott mar- have been retired for almost 12 on the structure. I then called the deputy director end John Binkley, before family ried Mary Cachet, and Elizabeth years, and enjoy travel, grandchil- Since the Oroville Dam failed of OC Public Works and spoke and friends, at the Norwalk First married Nicolas Caniglia, giving dren and their activities, their dog in 2017, dams statewide have with someone who said she had United Methodist Church. Margy and Terry five grandchil- Wesley, Kansas State women’s been subject to increased inspec- just received a report about the Margy and Terry set up house- dren: James Price, 15; Nathan basketball (go Wildcats!), family tion and maintenance. Someone drainage. She stated that their keeping in a small apartment in Price, 13; Carly Price, 8; Claire and friends. in public works determined that department wasn’t responsible, Norwalk, and eventually found Caniglia, 12; and Nolan Caniglia, Margy and Terry thank their now was a good time to attend to transferred me to Infrastructure themselves residents of North Tu- 9. The grandparents could not be many friends and family for the Villa Park Dam, even though Works. Got a different answering stin, where they have resided for prouder of their family. their kindness, encouragement it is nesting season and fledgling message and left my own mes- the last 35 years. Terry retired from the City of and love! They look forward to waterfowl were abundant in the sage there.” Their union was blessed with Santa Ana as the fleet manager, a future full of adventures, more area. The wetlands behind the Don Wagner’s office returned two children: Scott born in 1976, after 37 years of service. Margy anniversaries, and making many dam are a major habitat for egrets, a Sentry reporter’s call early that and Elizabeth in 1981. They retired from Fullerton School more memories. ducks, geese, herons and bitterns. afternoon. He said he’d check Residents were outraged at with public works and report the county’s timing, and began back. Hours later, Shannon Widor a barrage of phone calls to pub- from public works called back lic works and Supervisor Don to say that the draining activity Wagner’s office. “We just wanted had stopped about 3 p.m., and it the draining to stop,” said dam would not resume until a county neighbor Katrina Kirkeby. “Pub- environmentalist had assessed lic works was destroying an im- the site. He advised that the wa- portant habitat.” The calls went ter was never going to be drained directly to answering machines. completely, just enough to allow One caller reported contact for the maintenance. Asked why with an actual person. “I con- public works was doing this dur- tacted OC Watershed and spoke ing nesting season, he could not to someone who said a team went say. out there before any work could “Why does it always fall to be done,” she said. “Mitigation citizens to make sure the county measures would have been indi- is doing the right thing?” a frus- cated and permits required. When trated resident sighed. “Isn’t any- Chrissi Gadegbeku of Tustin I asked who made the request body in the county paying atten- High School has been named and the purpose, I was instructed tion?” Young Woman of the Month by the Tustin Area Woman’s Club. Gadegbeku is a member of the Tustin High girls volleyball and basketball programs, which have taught her the principles of team- work, community and leadership. She is also enrolled in multiple AP classes, which have helped The Woman’s Club of Orange has been holding “socially distanced” her learn time management. She sales to fundraise for its philanthropies. A plant sale, held at a mem- plans to study either mechanical ber’s home in May, generated $2,000. To learn more about the Wom- or electrical engineering at Uni- an’s Club of Orange, call (714) 744-6469. versity of California, Berkeley. Page 8 Foothills Sentry June 2021 Visitors view canyon artworks Artists in Silverado and Modjeska Canyons opened their studios/homes for a socially-distanced, not quite drive-by, display of their works, May 1. Stop and smell the roses Maps were available to mo- Take a walk outside and look I was hired to teach a private torists at the Canyon Market, around. What do you see? This "rose training" class for some of and signs along Silverado and time of year yields all of nature's my clients. We had just installed Modjeska Canyons pointed the most magnificent colors and col- 30 new lavish roses for them, and way to plein-air painters, sculp- or combinations. And thanks to I shared my tips and experience in tors, photographers, ceramicists natural color, we have splashes of regard to rose care. Like the high and jewelry makers. Visitors color in our fashion, home reno- maintenance queens that they are, were invited to drive from site vations, even our cars. they require a lot of attention. to site, park in temporary spots But let me draw your attention And when that attention is pro- provided by friendly neighbors or Photos by Tony Richards to a specific range of colors, the vided, they reward you with mes- wide spots in the road, and take roses. Roses, the Victoria’s Secret merizing beauty and intoxicating in the ambiance as long as they Freda Hauks (left) looked over samples of artist Monica Edwards’ models of the plant world. Beau- scents. While my "me time" may liked. work. tiful, sophisticated, classy and look like a spa and massage, or a catty! Roses have always been hike, hammock and a book, roses known to provide spectacular dis- need their Epsom salt baths, fish plays of color, were often kept by bone meal, crushed potassium royalty, and have been known to and coffee grounds. be therapeutic. Roses are actually In the winter, when the holi- tiny fruit trees. The "fruit" is the days are over and the new year rosehip, and they function much is upon us, that's when we'll cut like the fruit trees we know and them back, restructure and pre- love. pare them for their winter vaca- In the beginning of my career, I tion. That way, when spring rolls wasn't a fan of roses. Every time around, they are recharged and I brought a rose bush home, the ready to make you smile all over flashy roses they displayed at the again. store disappeared like the money There's a saying, "stop and I spent on them, never to return. I smell the roses." How about we was convinced they were a sham. take it a step further and live like This, however, is natural. Even the roses. Take the time you need in us humans, we can't always be to relax, regroup and recharge, "all go." We need our down time, and when you're ready, put on our rest, our time to rebuild. that show that everyone knows Fast forward to last week, when and loves. You are beautiful. Julie Williams displayed her mixed media cre- Photographer Vivi Wyngaarden welcomed visitors ations. to her outdoor art gallery, set up for the day.

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The seniors are, from left, back row: Ellie Larson, Sierra Heredia, Kaitlyn Ambriz Holl, Kassy Arnold, Serrano Water District General Manager Jerry Vilander looks over Skylar Shelton, Alexis Little, Jillian Morris; front row, from left: Grace Fairchild, Eden Haymond, Sage the progress on the new PFOS-filtering facility being built on the Ser- Gonzales Lambert, Janice Lee, Clara Smith, Sofia Rizzuto, Samantha Lester; not pictured: Heather Eslick, rano site by Orange County Water District. A fall completion date is Katryn Goggins and Sophia Santangelo. anticipated. Assistance League of Orange hosts 54th Medallion The 54th Annual Assistance Kaitlyn Ambriz Holl, Assis- Member. DK BILLIARDS League of Orange Assisteens teens chairman for the 2020-21 Parent-volunteer Bridget Am- SALES & SERVICE Auxiliary Medallion Presentation year, received the Outstanding briz Holl was honored with the took place May 2 at the Phoenix Assisteen of the Year award. Medallion Circle Award for her QUALITY BILLIARD PRODUCTS. Club. Kassy Arnold was honored with hours of dedication to the Assis- EXPERT POOL TABLE SERVICE. Fourteen graduating high the Acts of Kindness award. teens program. school seniors were formally pre- Shay Friedman was presented The Coveny Spirit Award, for sented their Medallion jewelry by the NORMA award, initiated by consistently demonstrating key their mothers. Each of the honor- Chapter President Norma Hock- Assisteens qualities of enthusi- ees has been a member of Assis- ensmith over 17 years ago, which asm and positivity was awarded teens for at least three years, con- stands for Nothing Overwhelms to Janice Lee, Simone Bilodeau tributed a minimum of 90 hours “R” Magnificent Assisteens. and Kylie Rios. of philanthropic work within the Kat Tighe was named Most Rios was presented the gavel, community, and held a leadership Spirited New Member, and Em- and will serve as 2021-22 chair position. ily Woodford, Outstanding New with the theme “Be the Change.” Zoom into TAC Plein air painter Dawn Buck- In-store purchases FREE ingham will be the featured art- One Hour Billiard Basics Tutorial 10% on Billiard ist at the Tustin Area Council for with Purchase of New Pool Table Fine Arts June 9 Zoom meeting. OFF supplies Intro to proper bridging, stance & forearm swing. $150 Value Must mention coupon for discount. Expires 06-30-21 Buckingham will discuss her Must mention coupon for discount. Expires 06-30-21 equipment, the plein air process and then demonstrate how she Come visit us at our showroom Appointments Available: uses those resources, painting in 3024 East Chapman Avenue (714) 620-4001 Call/Text soft pastel. The meeting is 5 – 7 Orange, CA 92869 p.m. Get the log-in link at tustin- dkbilliards.com art.blogspot.com. Attendees are Tuesday - Friday: 10 AM - 4 PM [email protected] urged to join early to socialize. Saturday: 10 AM - 3 PM June 2021 Foothills Sentry Page 9

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Langstaff, DDS Ralph’s Young American Salon Page 10 Foothills Sentry June 2021 Elks help Tustin Dems veterans to host DA Elks Lodge 1475 works with candidate the Orange County Rescue Mis- sion to aid men, women and chil- Pete Hardin, a former judge ad- dren from many walks of life. vocate in the U.S. Marine Corps, Some are highly educated; many deputy district attorney, and spe- are survivors of abuse, addiction cial assistant U.S. attorney, will and abandonment. The people at talk about his campaign for Or- the Rescue Mission could be a ange County district attorney at former neighbor, coworker -- or the June 22 Zoom meeting of the perhaps a family member. The Tustin Democratic Club. goal is to treat each person with The meeting begins at 7 p.m. respect and dignity. From left, Elks Brian Fitzpatrick It will also feature Tustin’s own Fifteen of the lodge members and Exalted Ruler Paul Pelasky Lee Fink, a longtime voting Despite the pandemic, Villa Park High School French Club students, prepared a barbecue dinner for with Sam Johnson. rights advocate and lawyer, who under the direction of teacher Madame Fatima Pazargardi, coordinat- the mission families, including will talk about the upcoming con- ed their 15th annual French Wedding, al fresco, in less than 10 days. lemon chicken, burgers, beef hot Orange Elks received the grant, gressional and legislative redis- The event, conducted completely in French, was replete with flowers, dogs, and a selection of sides and and donated $2,500 to the Orange tricting, and how the community confections, crepes, ring bearers, a flower girl, music and pageantry. desserts. The Elks also provided County Rescue Mission. can make sure that the Citizens As “father of the bride,” Principal Dr. Kenneth Miller escorted Jar- games and educational toys for Each year, the Orange Elks Redistricting Commission draws etzhi Reyes down the aisle to meet her groom Meena Salib. The event the children. Lodge Veterans Committee pres- districts that truly represent Tus- included a speech by French Club President and coordinator Emily The Elks National Veterans ents a scholarship to help a veter- tin’s values. Vu, music by the VPHS Madrigals and Brianne Kang. Maid of honor Service Commission awards an with education expenses. Sam The club had a busy spring was Gillian Pascual; bridesmaids included Vu and Colette Enge; best Freedom Grants of $2,500 to 350 Johnson, an Army veteran work- informing Tustin citizens how to man was Thomas Wheelock; groomsmen included Nathan Jones and Elks Lodges for projects or dona- ing on his master’s in theology, access the vaccine. To connect Ian Jones; Madame Marx acted as mother of the groom; Gwen Hodson tions that will serve veterans and was the recipient of the $1,475 with fellow Democrats, see Tu- was the officiant. Seen here, bride Jaretzhi Reyes and groom Meena active-duty military members. scholarship check this year. stinDemocraticClub.org. Salib with Madame Fatima Pazargardi. Foothill students commemorate AAPI Heritage Month The Foothill High School Stu- ments, including those in the fullest potential, especially aca- dents Activist Club created 10 fields of business, film, govern- demically. posters for Asian American and ment, music, science and sports. The Foothill Students Activist Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage To celebrate cultural diversity, Club consists of over 60 students Month, which were displayed on club members also included the who encourage their peers’ inter- all school campuses in the Tustin national bird and flower of the ests in a wide variety of social is- Unified School District during the Asian country from which each sues. Through passion and team- month of May. figure received their heritage. work, the club’s goal is to create Each poster included an image All posters were original and a more inclusive environment in of an important figure, a motiva- designed by Foothill club mem- the Tustin Unified school com- tional quote and a brief caption. bers to celebrate the diversity munity. The poster project was The figures on the posters cov- within the TUSD community and coordinated by Club President ered a wide variety of achieve- encourage students to reach their Bella Noriega, a junior.

Irene Gardner, a resident of Orange since the 1950s, celebrated her 99th birthday with a friends and neighbors drive-by, May 15. Gardner is known for handing out treats to the neighborhood dogs along the route she traverses using her walker. The pups joined in the celebration. Irene and her husband purchased their home on Rose Avenue when it was surrounded by orange groves. She has been a local celebrity ever since. VP Rotary announces essay winners Chad Zimmerman, Youth Ser- students are invited to submit an first place, $200; Cardin Chiem, vices chairman for Rotary Club essay on “What the Rotary Four second place, $150; Piper Yohm- of Villa Park, announced the -way Test Means to Me.” an, third place, $100; and Hana winners of the organization’s an- The Cerro Villa Middle School Mohammad and Nicole Najera, nual essay contest. Middle school winners were: Jocelyn Huang, honorable mention, $50 each. June 2021 Foothills Sentry Page 11

your-neighbor-as-yourself peace the vehicle, with fire personnel ENC project. ENC’s main site has and quiet. on site all night. Reports of an been a standout resource for nature abandoned vehicle earlier in the education, eco-friendly building Kudos to Kerrigan week, and a mentally unstable in- practices and community collabo- Each year OCFA stations dividual requiring assistance now ration. Pending a short review pe- nominate persons for recogni- seem unremarkable by compari- riod, Glover anticipates reopening tion of outstanding service. Steve son. Don’t become a comparison! Tucker, with a big role for Friends Kerrigan (Silverado Station 14) of the Tucker, neighbors and can- was nominated and selected as Feel chipper and chip in yon supporters. ICL members wel- “Scaramouche, will you do the Reserve Firefighter of the Year Mary Schreiber of Fire Safe comed this good news after months in Battalion 3, then honored as Council reminds all to clean up of negotiation with CSU Fullerton fandango?” OCFA Reserve Firefighter of the and sweep up. Mark the first two and Audubon, with volunteers The Silverado Summer Concert port the center, 10 a.m. to noon, Year. His friend, Modjeska Chief Saturdays in June for delivering feeding birds and policing the Series is back. Starting this month community center. Bruce Newell, offers: “Steve was dried brush and branches to the grounds. In other ICL news, Geoff and continuing on third Satur- selected based on his longstand- community center. No bamboo, Sarkissian and Scott Breedon re- days monthly through Septem- For whom the bell trolls ing leadership and commitment palm fronds or milled lumber. port that relief checks to Bond Fire ber, live bands perform for live St. Michael’s Abbey offered to Station 14. Steve and his per- Straw bales, okay. Schreiber ad- grant applicants had gone out, with people, with hamburgers for sale, corroboration of the acoustic sonnel were first to respond to vises making a day of it if you $100,000 awarded to 20 residents. and free ice cream sundaes. The phenomenon, now a seven-times- the Silverado and Bond Fires and chip on June 12. That’s when Government rules require public June 19 show starts at 6 p.m. at daily feature of Silverado life. played significant roles in saving Fran Williams of Friends of the notification of awards, easily- ac the fairground with the Goat Hill Except it’s a he-tolled, she-told homes and resident safety.” Library hosts a swap meet at the cessed on the ICL website. Director Gamblers. This open-air venue story. Father Vianney supple- center. Contact Fran to volunteer Dion Sorrel and OC Parks Curator complies with county guidelines. mented his report of regular bell “Remote rescue” or drop off donations on Friday, Katie McKay report that Arden is ringing, which began in February, Newell also confirms a major then drop some bucks to benefit open Wed. - Sat., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Old friends with theology and church tradi- fire and rescue incident, which the Friends on June 12 or 13. The Friends of Silverado Chil- tion. Some residents in earshot many heard via Radio Net, late “Ten out of ten” dren’s Center, a 501c3 nonprofit, are unpersuaded, and certainly evening on May 14. Reports of New friends … means you’re heard loud hosts the inaugural “Wheelie Fun unconverted, complaining about a vegetation fire drew responses The Environmental Nature and clear on Radio Net weekly Festival” on Saturday, June 5. early wakeups (5:15 a.m.), and involving nearly every fire and Center was started 40 years ago check-ins. Bic and Keith report Decorate bikes, tricycles, scoot- volume sometimes drowning out law enforcement agency around. by Newport Harbor High as an further work on the Mine Track ers, balance bikes, or anything both bird calls and Zoom meet- The one-acre fire, resulting from outdoor classroom. At its month- repeater. An increase in members with wheels, and cruise a tot- ings. One was advised by the a Jeep gone off the road near Bed- ly meeting, Inter-Canyon Leagu- and a switch to “Silverado” fre- friendly obstacle course. Bounce father to move. Each side quotes ford Motorway in Cleveland Na- ers were pleased to hear current quency are cause for celebration. house, dunk booth and carnival Scripture, one celebrating the call tional Forest, was extinguished. director Bo Glover announce that Pro tip: cell phones don’t work activities will entertain kids of all to share God’s sonic blessings, Emergency personnel evacuated he’d signed papers to acquire the in Maple Springs and Black Star. ages toward raising funds to sup- the other asking for some love- one trauma patient ejected from Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary as an GMRS hand-helds do. SERVICE DIRECTORY CARPET CARE ELECTRICAL GUN SERVICES

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This year, co-chairs and making sure all electrical was Karen Goodwin and Tanis Nelson up to code. Scholarship recipients from Orange High School include, from left: awarded one Eugenia Love Arts He became a very proud grand- Scholarship, for a student pursu- father of Abigail, Adaline, Gavin Daisy Fernandez-Reyes, the Eugenia Love Arts Scholarship, Chapman University; Vi Nguyen, a general scholarship, Loyola Marymount; ing an arts major; two Alfreda and Donavon. Niewig Nursing Scholarships for Bunny loved all his cars, and he Paulina Escalera, the Alfreda Niewig Nursing Scholarship, CSU, Ful- lerton; general scholarships were awarded to Stephany Alcaraz, Cal students pursuing a health care had many. One of the latest was major; two scholarships for stu- a 1952 eggshell pickup truck with Poly, San Luis Obispo; Paola Victorina, CSU, Fullerton; Allen Lai, CSULB; and Raul Lopez, Jr., Santiago Canyon College. dents who have attended Rich- the license plate EGGRNCH. land High during the current year; You may have seen him driving one ALO Memorial Scholarship it around town. He later sold it to for Special Needs; and 15 general Selman Chevrolet. scholarships. Charles Benzie He worked at the County Sanitation District, ITT Cannon, Printronix, and Seagate, winning 1944-2020 awards and recognitions. Charles Benzie was born in He was responsible for, and Cleveland, Ohio on January 17, oversaw, the startups in Ireland 1944 and died in Anaheim Hills and Mexico. After retiring, he on July 19, 2020. Also known by and Peg moved to Valley Center his nickname, "Bunny," Charles where he could relax and enjoy was a long-time resident of Or- nature before his health brought El Modena High graduates who received general scholarships are, ange. His parents owned the him back to Orange County to be from left, Sienna Janes, Santa Clara University; Jeffrey Hoang, Andres Viera, also an ElMo Van- Villa Park poultry ranch where he closer to family. CSULB; and Elizabeth Raburn, Cal Poly Pomona. Emily Elliott re- guard, was awarded a general enjoyed working during his high Charles was exposed to a ceived the ALO Memorial Scholarship to attend Central Methodist scholarship for UC, Davis. school days at Servite. chemical in 1982 which causes University. General scholarships were awarded to Jocelyn Ha, UCI; He married Peg Berning on skin cancer. Through all his pain, and Maxwell Bui, UCI. June 24, 1972. They lived in Ma- he remained a loving husband, bury Ranch in Orange and had father, grandfather, brother and two sons, Christopher and Brian. uncle. His stories will live on The boys attended Linda Vista, through them. Cerro Villa, and Villa Park High Please join us in the celebra- School. tion of his life, June 24 at 1 p.m., His love of fishing and surfing San Antonio de Padua del Canon was passed on to his sons. He Catholic Church, 5800 E. Santa took great care in keeping his Ana Canyon Rd. Kaylee Ortiz, from Richland High, was awarded a scholarship to study at Santiago Canyon Tustin Public Schools College. Not pictured: Jonathon Hernandez-Rubio, who will at- Foundation honors teachers Two students from Villa Park were general scholarship recipients: Ar- tend American College of Health- Tustin Public Schools Founda- mann Chopra, left, UCLA; and Molly Donoghue, Northern Arizona care & Technology. tion has been active in celebrating State. Tustin Unified School District’s Teachers of the Year, selected from each of the 30 schools in the district. A professional photography session kicked-off the announcements, followed by recognition yard signs and personal celebrations with visits from TPSF board members. At a recep- Carolina Estrada was the recipi- tion at Zov’s Bistro, Superinten- ent of the Alfreda Niewig Nursing dent Greg Franklin recognized Foundation President Kristin Two Canyon High students received general scholarships: Zach She- Scholarship, and will study at Cy- the teachers’ efforts with awards nouda, left, USC; and Dominic Agarwal, CSULB. press College. and special gifts. Simpkins (left) and Susan Moffat. In the North Tustin area, Foot- hill AVID and AP Statistics teacher Becky Duesler was recognized with the school’s highest honor for her commitment to her students, including finding creative ways to recognize graduating seniors during their final year. Hewes Middle School honored seventh grade math teacher and site leadership team member Su- san Moffat as Teacher of the Year. Specialized academic Instruc- tor Nichole Siller was selected by Arroyo Elementary School to receive the recognition at her school.

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Sports today COVID precautions shut out not just spectators, but also newspaper photographers. Sentry staff, though, managed to capture a few plays from the Villa Park vs. El Modena High baseball game, May 7. VP Spartans trounced the ElMo Vanguards, 8-2. In a previ- ous match-up, May 5, VP shutout North Sunrise Little League has 14 teams, some of which played on the Vanguards, 7-0, with Isaac Mother’s Day weekend. Those players presented their moms with Ontiveros pitching the no-hitter. flowers. Above, the Orioles.

Spartan sophomore Gavin Grahovac picked off a line drive to help defeat the Vanguards, 8-2.

Villa Park High senior Benny Vogel gets ready to deliver a pitch. He El Modena’s Brendon Killeen, a pitched the entire game, ending in a 8-2 win for the Spartans. senior, hot-foots it to first base.

Gavin Rossi, a junior at Villa Park, slides into base to score for the Spartans.

El Modena’s Aaron Ceniceros, a junior, was one of three Van- guard pitchers in the May 7 game Brandon Luu, a sophomore, steps up to the plate for Villa Park. against Villa Park.

Cameron Langseth, a junior, was the closer pitcher in the El Modena line-up against archrival, Villa Park.

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