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For the most part, the homeless Robert Goldyn, vice chair of the are not too great of a population Peninsula Community Planning in the Peninsula as compared to Board (PCPB), speaking for him- OB,” Goldyn said, noting, “It is self as a Point Loma Heights resi- really difficult to address and rec- dent, noted Point Loma is “quite different than OB.” SEE HOMELESS, Page 2 Group against PLHS lights, SDUSD agree to mediation BY DAVE SCHWAB | THE BEACON mously endorsed environmental documents for Point Loma High's Neighbors opposed to adding long-term modernization, which lights to Point Loma High School's includes stadium lights. District Stadium and the San Diego Uni- trustees then voted 5-0 July 12 in fied School District, which favor of a master-planned, Whole approved the proposal, have Site Modernization and Athletic agreed to submit to third-party Facilities Upgrades Project for the mediation in an attempt to resolve high school. Shortly thereafter, 17 their differences. neighbors of the high school In May, San Diego Unified Hundreds of people and parents gathered on the Ocean Beach Pier on Monday, Aug. 15 to watch as participants in the San Diego Junior Lifeguard Program’s second session jump off the pier in an annual tradition. PHOTO BY THOMAS MELVILLE School District (SDUSD) unani- SEE LIGHTS, Page 20 SPECIALIZING IN BMW, MERCEDES, MINI COOPER AND SMART. ALSO SERVICING MOST CARS, TRUCKS, SUV’S AND HYBRIDS! $25 off ANY Repair or Service simply for the opportunity to Earn your Trust! Expires September 15, 2016 Serving San Diego since 1960 619-299-7700 4306 Pacific Highway, San Diego CA 92110 www.PacificHighwayAutoRepair.com THURSDAY · AUGUST 18, 2016 2 THE PENINSULA BEACON HOMELESS AWARENESS OPEN SAT & SUN 2-4 1314 Trieste• 5BR/3.5BA • $1,950,000 4909 Orchard #203 • 2BR/2BA • $899,000 Panoramic Ocean Views! Unique & Private setting Ocean Front Condo! 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HOMELESS “They (homeless) would work the CONTINUED FROM Page 1 Rosecrans-Nimitz corner, and they'd OPEN SUN 2-4 ognize the scope of the situation.” come into the bar-restaurant after- Goldyn pointed out that what peo- ward and would be buying filet ple consider as the homeless popu- mignons and expensive pitchers of lation is the "chronic homeless,” beer and shooting pool,” Jackson people living on the streets/beach for said, pointing out this group of extended periods. about half a dozen panhandlers had 4490 Bermuda Ave • 4BR/3BA • 1988sf • $1,295,000 1126 Catalina Blvd • 3BR/2BA • Asking Price $1,069,000 Views, views, views! Great opportunity in South Just listed! This special home boasts unobstructable views of “The transitional homeless are gathered more than $800 in “dona- Ocean Beach. Life the life you’ve always wanted the bay and city! An upper level deck is perfect for enter- taining and enjoying the panoramic views! Hardwood floors, quite often not seen in this picture, tions,” and we're counting their walking distance to the Cliffs; enjoy sunsets every 3 BR, 2 BA plus an extra room that could be a 4th bedroom and are often only temporary home- cash. night. or office. Plenty of opportunities to expand or add a 2nd Beth Roach, (619) 300-0389, www.BethRoach.com story! less and able to coordinate with local “We can do this every day,” a pan- Beth Zedaker, (619) 602-9610 or regional services to help support handler told Jackson, adding, “Why OPEN SUN 1-4 them,” Goldyn said. “The best way would we want to go to a homeless to help or support the homeless place (shelter) where you have strict would be to provide services that rules, have a 5 p.m. curfew and are SOLD help keep people in homes, such as expected to go out and get a job?” support with rent on a temporary Jackson said the encounter left a basis to maintain people in homes lasting impression on him. “If you versus being evicted. 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The Point Loma Realtor added But if we have agencies available to that Peninsula homeless are also OPEN SUN 1-4 take the burden of the risk, we may drawn to vacant retail spaces, like be able to get some of these people the old Arby's site on Rosecrans. back in housing.” “There's a whole encampment of OPEN SUN 2-4 Goldyn noted Point Loma is hous- them (homeless) sleeping over there ing “challenged.” and working the medians,” Jackson “Housing and rent prices are con- said, noting he knows someone up tinuing to increase, preventing the hill above Sabatini's Liquor Del- younger generations from being able icatessen at 1780 Rosecrans St. to afford to move into the area,” he “He told me they have women in 767 Myra • 3BR/2BA • $429,000 1515 Chatsworth • 3BR/3BA • $925,000 said, noting the chronically home- the mix, who have much more Charming home in Chula Vista with tons of poten- Fleetridge New Listing! Mid-century 1957 single tial! This darling 3br 2ba home is neat and clean story home with 3br, 3ba, 1888sf with direct entry lessness “have mental or physical potential (for collecting handouts), and set on a very nice street. into kitchen from 2 car gar on level 7,480 lot. conditions as well that need to be especially if they're younger.” Cristine Gee & Summer Crabtree, (619) 980-4433 Cecil Shuffler & Carter Shuffler, (619) 884-9275 addressed.” Cecilia Carrick is a community Robert (Tripp) Jackson is immedi- activist and a PLA member. Describ- ate past president of the Point Loma ing herself as being among the Association (PLA), a community “silent majority,” Carrick noted the nonprofit working for beautification Peninsula homeless population is a and civic improvement. He noted kaleidoscope including: severely the old school homeless population mentally ill people incapable of is gradually being replaced by trav- accepting their own need for chron- eling kids. ic medication; those with debilitat- “These are your soul-searching, ing addictions, in and out of jails, hybrid hippies,” said Jackson.“A lot incapable of holding down jobs and 3144 Orleans East • 2BR/1BA • $535,000 4674 Point Loma Ave • $899,000 of them have very bad attitudes and resorting to petty crime to survive; a Beautifully updated home in the gated community Stunning location just steps to Sunset Cliffs. Newer construc- of Orleans East with easy access to freeways, shop- tion turn-key 2 BR/2.5BA. Expansive roof top deck with sweep- are very disrespectful and sometimes population that, through illness or ping and beaches. Features patio, balcony, fire- ing 360 degree ocean/ city views. Open floor plan with chef’s kitchen. Dual ensuite master bedrooms with spacious bath- combative – which is disturbing.” loss of a job are eviction from their place, 2-car attached garage. rooms. Jackson noted high-profile, sign- dwellings, are unable to re-insert 3144orleanseast.willisallen.com Cortney & Kevin Bennett, Reed Team, (858) 456-1240 (858) 353-4436 (619) 929-6858 carrying panhandlers work the themselves into the housing market; medians at prominent community and lazy ne’er do wells that refuse access points. 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