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The meeting was called to order by Chairman Crane at 4:00 p.m.
Chairman Crane; Commissioners Griffin, Price, Savage, Stopper, Wilson, and LeQuire
STAFF PRESENT: Chief Planner Rosen, Senior Planner Mullis, Assistant Planner Kusch, Program Planner Linnell; Senior Engineer Wallin, and Recording Secretary Stevens
MOTION by Commissioner Wilson seconded and CARRIED by a 7-0 vote, that the Minutes of the July 28, 2002, meeting be APPROVED AS WRITTEN.
Staff report dated June 26, 2002, was presented to modify an existing Conditional Use Permit to allow an increase in enrollment from 76 children to 112 children for a child-care facility at Morningside Presbyterian Church for property located at 1201 East Dorothy Lane (R-1-10,000 zone) (Categorically exempt under Section 32 of CEQA Guidelines).
Assistant Planner Kusch reported that since 1970, Morningside Presbyterian Church has operated a childcare center. In 1989, approval was granted to increase the school enrollment from 30 to 76 children. The applicant was now requesting to increase the school enrollment to 112 children. In September of 1995, the California State Department of Social Services approved an increase to 52 children, ages 2 to 5 years and 60 children ages 6-12 years, for a total enrollment of 112. The childcare center's higher level of operation was made known to staff via a resident living along the east property line bordering the playground area. The neighbor was concerned with a recent increase in the noise level of children in the playground area. To mitigate noise from the playground area, the previous Conditional Use Permit modification in 1989 required a six-foot high block wall along the easterly property line that borders the existing residences. A condition to maintain this wall was part of the previously modified CUP application. Since 1994, no noise complaints have been filed with Code Enforcement. The church site has 148 existing parking spaces, and the proposed childcare center will require a minimum 22 spaces. No children will be allowed across Raymond Avenue or Dorothy Lane. Public notices were mailed and staff only received one call inquiring about the request. Chief Planner Rosen also noted that one letter of opposition had been received. Chairman Crane requested to include this letter of opposition as part of the public record.
Commissioner Savage asked for the height of the two surrounding walls, and Assistant Planner Kusch replied that each wall was approximately five feet high.
Commissioner LeQuire asked what capacity the present CUP allowed, and Assistant Planner Kusch answered 76 children. Commissioner LeQuire was concerned that when the enrollment was increased to 112 in 1995, the church bypassed the City's planning department. Assistant Planner Kusch deferred to applicant.
Commissioner Stopper wished clarification regarding the process by which planning received notification when the California State Department of Social Services approves an increase in enrollment. Chief Planner Rosen clarified that when the Fire Department receives a request, they notify the Planning Department. Commissioner Stopper felt like there was a "hole" in the notification process, and there should be a systematic way for all departments to be made aware when annual inspections should be conducted.
Commissioner LeQuire noted that recommended Condition #2 required all Building and Fire code regulations shall be complied with. He asked when was the last Fire and Building inspections had been made. Assistant Planner Kusch answered that it was his understanding the Fire Department did an inspection in 1995, but records did not indicate any approval since then.
Chairman Crane questioned that if standards aren't met, then the occupant load cannot be increased, and Chief Planner Rosen indicated this was correct.
Commissioner Wilson asked if any complaints against the school had been filed since 1989, and Assistant Planner Kusch stated that in 1994 a noise complaint had been received.
Commissioner Savage asked if a double fence, both wooden and block wall, was part of the original CUP. Assistant Planner Kusch explained that a fence was not required with the initial CUP approval in 1970. The wall requirement was part of the CUP modification in 1989. the wall was required along the eastern property line adjacent to the childcare center's playground areas. Commissioner Savage also asked how many children were currently enrolled, and if this number had remained steady over the past few years. Assistant Planner Kusch deferred to the applicant.
Public hearing opened.
John West, Pastor of Morningside Presbyterian Church for 13 years gave a brief history of the site. Over the past 10 years, $300,000-$400,000 in improvements have been made to facilitate the day care center. There is a tremendous demand for childcare, especially after school, and they operate at capacity all the time. Prior to 1995, there was not a sufficient outdoor play area, and when they expanded it in 1989, they were required to put in a six-foot block wall. The two walls are functional, and landscaping was added to assist in sound mitigation. He called the City of Fullerton to find out who to talk to regarding increasing enrollment and was told the Fire Department had to be contacted. No changes have been made to the property in the last seven years, and the child-care center is inspected every year by the Fire Department and state.
Commissioner Price asked Pastor West if the church was in agreement with all of the recommended conditions of approval. Regarding Condition No. 8, Pastor West explained that they would always try to be a good neighbor and mitigate any problems brought to their attention by adjacent residents. One of the board members had even walked the adjacent neighborhoods to inform them of this request and address any concerns the neighbors might have had.
Commissioner Savage was concerned that the children may get beyond the first fence into the planted area from play level to the second fence. Pastor West stated that there was a gate protecting that play area, and staff supervises the children to be sure they do not climb over the fences.
Commissioner Griffin questioned whether enrollment was open to anyone, or if there were restrictions. Pastor West answered that enrollment is open to anyone and many ethnic groups are represented. This is a Christian center and they only ask that whoever attends must comply with the Presbyterian church beliefs. Commissioner Griffin also asked if the church corporation which runs the day care center is a non-profit organization, and Pastor West answered affirmatively.
Commissioner LeQuire questioned if there was any plan to put a fence along the east play area and Hollydale Drive. Pastor West explained that the existing block wall extends to all but two houses on that end, but there is a wooden fence.
Betty Lundgren, 1207 North Hollydale Drive, was the resident who wrote the objection letter. She stated that her house is second in from Dorothy Lane, and there is no fence to protect her from the noise. Mr. Deloof had assured her that the church would never have more than 76 children, and she was concerned that there are already 112 children attending the school. She complained to another pastor that children climbed over the fence into her yard and threw rocks into the pool. Mrs. Lundgren read a prepared statement stating how much of a nuisance the school had been. She called Social Services to express concern about the increased enrollment and was told the state was only concerned about occupant load, and other safety issues. Mrs. Lundgren felt that the church should not compete with day care centers that have to pay taxes and are not non-profit. She called three day care facilities in this area and there were openings. She also indicated that the school caused traffic congestion in the area.
Commissioner Savage asked if there was a block wall separating her property, and Mrs. Lundgren said she installed a six-foot wooden fence, but it does not mitigate the noise. Chief Planner Rosen advised that the code requires a block wall adjacent to any play area, so if the property adjacent to this residence is used as a play area, a block wall must be added as a condition of approval. Mrs. Lundgren indicated that this area is not being used as a play area at this time.
Ann Nanes, realtor with Century 21 Superstars, confirmed that the existing wood fence was leaning and was put in by the owners of 1201 North Hollydale. Most of the Hollydale houses have wood fences, and if a play area is utilized off of Dorothy Lane, adjacent to the residences, a block wall must be installed along the common property line separating the church and residential properties.
Chairman Crane asked for the exact use of the area nearest Dorothy to the east property line. Pastor West explained that there is a utility easement along that property line to the east and there are existing trees. A few years ago, they attempted to work with Edison to remove the trees, but it has been a slow process. This particular area is rarely used except for quiet time. Children do not play adjacent to Mrs. Lundgren's house.
Mildred Glenn, member of Morningside Church spoke in favor of the project.
Public hearing closed.
Commissioner LeQuire did not want to debate the front play area. The pool on Mrs. Lundgren's property can be an attractive nuisance and he was sensitive to the neighbor's concerns. He felt that 112 students is acceptable, but he wished to modify Condition 2 to require that inspections be made by Code Enforcement, as well as the Fire Department, and that time frames be established for inspections and compliance, particularly the fence separating the pool property.
Commissioner Stopper inquired as to what the city has in place for periodic inspections of child care facilities. Chief Planner Rosen answered that the Fire Department conducts annual inspection of such facilities, but was unsure if they would inspect the fencing, unless it was specifically brought to their attention. There were no other annual inspections by any other City department.
In response to an inquiry by Chairman Crane, Chief Planner Rosen added that all play areas must be separated from R-1 properties by a block wall, but the Commission may require additional sound attenuation or extend the wall if deemed necessary. The Code does not distinguish between "quiet play and noisy play".
Commissioner Wilson felt there was a need for quality day care in the area, and approved the use, provided there is a block wall along the east property line.
Commissioner Griffin only wanted to approve the request if the 6' block wall is extended south all the way to the property line, and added as a condition of approval.
Commissioner LeQuire concurred with adding a block wall as a condition of approval. However, he was most concerned with a lack of inspections over the past seven years. He suggested a 30-day time frame for an inspection to be conducted, and perhaps an additional 60 days to bring the facility into compliance.
Chairman Crane suggested requiring a Building and Planning Department inspection to Condition 2, in addition to the Fire Department inspection.
Commissioner Savage also concurred with requiring the block wall, but was concerned about the cost.
Commissioner Price was hesitant about making it a condition of approval due to the potential cost, and if there were a less costly alternative, he would be interested in it. He would be willing to allow the church time to discuss the matter with its board.
Commissioner Wilson wanted to have a block wall installed as soon as possible, because of the 112 children who currently attend and have attended for the past five years.
Chairman Crane - if that area is being used as a play area, it is a code issue and a block wall should be installed. Pastor West advised that they have enough space for the children to play without using the front area, Because they have put $170,000 into the property in the past year, they are strapped for funds at this time. Chairman Crane reminded Pastor West that if they desired to utilize this area, a block wall must be put in at that time.
Commissioner LeQuire did not want to dictate to the church regarding putting in a fence. His first concern was to have the property inspected by the Fire and Building Departments and see what issues come out of those inspections. He made a motion to CONTINUE this matter until both inspections are completed, preferably within 30 days. Commissioner Griffin seconded the motion and asked that a report from staff be given to the Commission regarding the findings from the inspection.
Commissioner Savage supported the motion and also felt that perhaps the neighbors involved could assist with the cost.
Commissioner Price also concurred with continuance because it would give Pastor West a chance to present the issue to his board. Chairman Crane stated that the continuance would also give the applicant a chance to contact the neighbors involved in the block wall issue.
There was a consensus of the Commission to CONTINUE this matter until the October 9, 2002, meeting. The motion was voted upon and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Griffin encouraged Mrs. Lundgren to approach the church regarding sharing the cost of a block wall.
Staff report dated August 21, 2002, was presented pertaining to a request to convert eight on-site visitor parking spaces into eight "resident only" parking spaces on property located at 301-351 North Ford Avenue (southwest corner of Ford Avenue and West Malvern Avenue) (R-5 zone) (Categorically exempt under Class 32 of CEQA Guidelines).
Program Planner Linnell reported that this item was first reviewed in May 2002, but was continued to allow the Fullerton Fountain Homeowner's Association an opportunity to reconsider its request to convert eight on-site visitor parking spaces on the northeast corner to resident only spaces. The 43 Ford Park spaces were addressed and whether those could be used by the residents-the city has place a sign which allows residents to park there without fear of citations and the Association has issued permits to their residents. The Association still desires to have the eight on-site spaces converted to "residential only" parking. Staff still believes that visitor parking should be provided on site and recommended denial of the request.
Commissioner Stopper noted that the sign in Ford Park did not say resident and visitor parking, only "resident," and eight spaces are still needed for visitors. Program Planner Linnell clarified that exemption was for resident overnight parking, and a visitor would be cited if they parked in Ford Park overnight. However, a visitor could park in one of the eight visitor parking spaces overnight. Program Planner Linnell also mentioned that signs had been placed in the eight visitors spaces which read - PRIVATE PROPERTY - VISITOR PARKING. He stated that these were homemade signs and should be more permanent.
Terry Vagadori spoke on behalf of homeowner's association. She explained that there were 147 homeowners who want to park on site. It was her understanding that in 1983, visitor spaces were not required. Program Planner Linnell reminded her that when the original CUP was approved, there were no visitor parking standards, however the original plan, approved by the City Council/Redevelopment Agency, showed eight visitor spaces. Using today's standards, more than double that amount would be required. Staff's denial was based on the original approved Conditional Use Permit, and today's standards.
Chairman Crane asked how many residents presently use Ford Park, and Ms. Vagadori indicated that she was unsure at this time.
Chief Planner Rosen noted that if the eight visitor spaces were removed, current code requirements would render the project more non-conforming than it is currently.
The following persons spoke in favor of keeping the visitor parking.
Terry Glendennen 301 N. Ford, #205 Leticia Valizzy, 351 N. Ford
Douglas Kraft, 351 N. Ford stated that there is no parking problem during the day. The main problem is at night and in conjunction with Ford parking, parking stickers were handed out to residents for themselves and their guests.
The following persons spoke in favor of converting the spaces to resident parking.
Jane Walker, 301 N. Ford stated that when the eight spaces are marked for visitors, the Association loses control over those spaces. The Board of Directors has been authorized to decide how to utilize those spaces, as stated in the CC & R's, This is necessary because it is difficult to determine who is a visitor, and many underaged people park there and take parking away from the residents and visitors who are seniors.
Joe Cooper, 301 N. Ford, #329 stated that the entire development only allows one space per resident, and visitors were abusing the parking. Originally 116 spaces were provided for the 202 residents, and 147 now own cars.
Chairman Crane asked if potential buyers are told how many parking spaces are available per unit, and Mr. Cooper answered affirmatively.
Teddy Garcia, 301 N. Ford, stated that as a former board president and member of the parking committee, she monitors the parking lot and represents the entire association. She clarified that one permit is given to each individual homeowner, not one stall. Also, all eight visitors spaces are not scattered throughout facility, but are all in one location, so people living away from them cannot use them conveniently.
Commissioner Savage asked if a vote had been taken among the residents and Ms. Garcia answered negatively. Board members and parking committee members find it hard to contact everyone.
Commissioner Wilson thought that as a compromise for this project, perhaps eight spaces could be divided so that some could be located near the Wilshire Avenue exit. Visitor parking is important to residents, and visitors would have a hard time finding spaces if all eight were converted. Ms. Garcia suggested that during daytime visitors could park in the Ford lot, and at night they have more of a problem. The complex is underparked for both residents and visitors.
Norma Morrow, (no address given) said that as former board and parking committee member, it is clear that not enough residential spaces were provided for the number of units in the complex.
Commissioner Stopper stated that guests and residents are the same. He felt that the sign should be changed to say visitors and guests in both lots. He wanted to preserve the eight visitor lots, and modify the sign in the Ford Park to state clearly it is for resident and guest parking.
Commissioner LeQuire said he had followed the project since it was built and, as a part of the project, the density was increased to allow more use. The negotiated process produced higher density, with less parking. Because nothing was changed from the original agreement, he concurred with staff's recommendation for denial.
Commissioner Savage said he would not feel safe parking in the Ford lot at night. He felt that area was being under-utilized, however, more things could be done to make it more user friendly for both residents and visitors, i.e. better lighting, more signage, and more permits to the residents. He concurred with staff's recommendation.
Commissioner Wilson concurred with staff recommendation, and it was fair to require eight visitor spaces, but the association should decide where they should be. He also suggested a gate where residents may "buzz in" guests and visitors.
Commissioner Price questioned whether the eight spaces were permanent or if they could be moved. Chief Planner Rosen explained that the original site plan designated the area for visitor parking, and the original site plan would have to be modified. Also, new gates, stacking distances and other concerns would have to be addressed. Commissioner Price sympathized with the Association, but did not think removing the eight visitor spaces was an answer to the problem.
Commissioner Griffin also felt that Ford Park was under-utilized and more lighting, more gates into the complex, etc, would be helpful.
The title of Resolution No. 6986 DENYING a request to convert eight on-site visitor parking spaces into eight "resident only" parking spaces on property located at 301-351 North Ford Avenue, was read and further reading was waived. MOTION by Commissioner Wilson, seconded and CARRIED unanimously that said Resolution be ADOPTED AS WRITTEN.
Commissioner Stopper requested staff to revise the sign in Ford Park to include visitor parking.
Chairman Crane adjourned the meeting at 6:38 p.m. Because of the late hour, Chairman Crane stated that Items 3 and 4 would be heard at the end of Item 5 at the 7:00 p.m. session.
The meeting reconvened at 7:05 p.m.
A request to allow the abandonment of an easement located at 2011 East Chapman Avenue (north side of East Chapman Avenue, approximately 123 feet east from the northeast corner of Chapman Avenue and Mountain View Place) (O-P zone) (Categorically exempt under Section 15312, Class 12 of CEQA Guidelines)
Senior Planner Mullis reported that Items 5 and 6 could be heard simultaneously.
A request to consider site and architectural plans for a multi-purpose building, four classrooms and a recreational facilities as part of a proposed expansion of a private school (Ivycrest Montessori); increase enrollment to 324 students; and to create off-site parking to meet the parking requirements for property located at 2007, 2011, 2107, and 2113 East Chapman Avenue and 514 North Mountain View Place (north side of Chapman Avenue approximately between 62 feet and 560 feet east of Mountain View Place and the east side of Mountain View Place between approximately 128 feet and 184 feet north of Chapman Avenue) (O-P and R-1-7,200 zone) (Categorically exempt under Class 32 of CEQA Guidelines).
Senior Planner Mullis presented a Power Point presentation and reported that a revised site plan had been presented in July 2002. The proposal consisted of four new classrooms within a two-story, 5,000 square-foot building, a 2,900-square-foot multi-purpose room, a 250-square-foot office/reception area with a 45-foot high, non-habitable tower element, reuse of an existing single-family structure as a caretaker's unit/teacher's lounge and a drop-off area. She reiterated the issues of concern from surrounding neighbors: traffic impacts to local residential streets, parking drop-off, noise, private and commercial use in a residentially-zoned property.
TRAFFIC: One of the major concerns was the overflow traffic into the residential neighborhood. All access to facility would be from Chapman Avenue, and only staff could access from rear alley. There will be a drop-off area in main parking lot for elementary age students, and staggered start times will be implemented to reduce morning and afternoon conflicts. In addition, there are 125 off-site parking spaces being provided for special events.
NOISE: It is proposed that no more than 12 weeknight or weekend outdoor events shall be held during the school year, and none shall run past 9:30 p.m. An eight-foot high block wall along north property line will be constructed to mitigate noise impacts. The new outside play area shall be located 60 feet from adjacent residences. Doors on the north side of the multi purpose room shall remain closed when in use after 6 p.m.
ALLEY ABANDONMENT: This alley is located on private property at 2011 East Chapman Avenue, and has never been used by the public.
COMMERCIAL USES IN RESIDENTIAL ZONE: Four other schools in the City have residential zoning as part of their facility. With a CUP, this use would be permitted at this location, with no zone changes.
In response from a question by Commissioner Stopper, Chief Planner Rosen reported that the code states uses of this type should be 30 feet from residences, but it is at the discretion of the Planning Commission.
Commissioner Savage wished clarification on the term "special event." Senior Planner Mullis explained that this would be an event with more than 75 parents and children, occurring outside of normal school hours. Commissioner Savage was confused as to how could this happen more than once a week, and still be considered one event? Senior Planner Mullis clarified that the applicant attempted to break down the larger events (four) into smaller increments so everyone can attend - i.e. preschoolers one night, and older children another night. This would prevent excessive spillover into the residential area, and only 12 of these nighttime activities can be held during the year. She also noted that many of these events are currently held off campus at other facilities.
John Silber, 125 W. Amerige, architect for the project, made himself available for questions. Commissioner Crane asked if any major changes to the site plan had been made since the public workshop, and Mr. Silber answered negatively, However, it was suggested to switch the location of the play structure area to the south and the sports court to the north. This was the only minor change.
In answer to Commissioner Stopper's inquiry regarding building heights, Mr. Silber stated that the height of the multi-purpose room was 16 feet (at the parapet) and the height for the classroom structure was 30 feet.
Holly Constantin, applicant, explained that many events listed on the sheet are held during the day, and sometimes all of them are not held. She felt she has opened all avenues to communicate with the neighborhood. She is open to suggestions and has tried very hard to be accommodating to the neighbors. She and her staff have walked Mountain View Place and Hale Avenue to talk with as many neighbors as possible, and felt that many misunderstandings had been resolved. She asked the Commission to reconsider the off-site parking requirement listed in the conditions of approval from 125 to 100 (approximately 2.5 people per car) because the seating capacity of the multi-purpose room was 240.
Commissioner LeQuire wanted to know how exactly how many events actually happen after 6:00 p.m., and on the weekends, including breaking up one large event into smaller ones. Mrs. Constantin would figure out the exact number and report back to the Commission after the public comments. Commissioner LeQuire also wanted the defined hours of operation. Mrs. Constantin stated that staff arrives at 6:50, and normal school hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00, with staff staying as late as 6:30 p.m. Commissioner LeQuire requested that this be listed in the conditions of approval.
Clyde King, 530 North Mountain View Place stated the following:
Dr. Nathan Kvetny, owns the business on the corner of Chapman Avenue and Mountain View Place. He referenced a public alley easement on the rear of his property which is proposed to be returned back to him (abandoned under separate application). The alley is the only access to his business and is not used by the general public. The alley was maintained by the previous owner of his business who also made repairs. He was told that the Fire Department would not utilize the alley for emergency access to the school, and asked that it be returned to him.
Chairman Crane asked Dr. Kvetny if he had approached the Constantins to discuss this matter. Dr. Kvetny indicated that the Constantins desired to use the alley for evacuation of the children, or for delivery trucks. Chief Planner Rosen added that the Constantins are also preparing to place a trash enclosure off the alley on their property at 514 North Mountain View.
Chairman Crane asked if there was a fence in this alley, and Senor Planner Mullis said there was a rolling chain link fence with gate at the end of the alley. She also noted that there shall be a solid six-foot high fence along the west property line, but not across the alley.
Dr. Kvetny pointed out an alternative location on the site plan where the applicant could place a trash enclosure. Senior Engineer Wallin informed the Commission that an additional curb cut would usually not be allowed just for a trash enclosure. Chairman Crane asked if there were a place off Ladera Vista Drive or Central Avenue where the trash enclosure could be placed, and Senior Engineer Wallin said that this an issue that the applicant would have to decide. Commissioner Price expressed concern about approving the site plan with this issue left undecided. Chief Planner Rosen added that trash enclosure locations could always be determined at a later date.
Commissioner Griffin felt that the abandonment and the trash enclosure issue were important components of this site plan and needed further discussion. He also wanted to discuss ingress and egress on the west side of the property.
Mr. Silber said that the applicant desired a trash enclosure at this location because it was easily accessible for the staff. There is presently one on the easterly side of the school, but they needed one on the west side and the location off the alley was ideal. This was a very short alley, was also a practical place for occasional drop offs of equipment and materials for the school.
Chief Planner Rosen reminded the Commission that the abandonment of this alley behind Dr. Kvetny's office was not on the agenda, and they should move forward because this abandonment would not be decided at this meeting.
Mark Reichmann, 741 Oceanview, an attorney and parent of a student at the school, wanted to go on record that the Constantins were not prepared to discuss their rights regarding the abandonment of the alley easement on Dr. Kvetny's property at this time.
Wayne Claire, 520 North Mountain View Place, spoke on the following issues:
Betty Lundgren, 1207 N. Hollydale, feared that the expansion would increase traffic and noise.
Commissioner LeQuire noted in the minutes of the last meeting, page 109, second paragraph from bottom, that he had asked staff if a restriction could be placed on 514 N. Mountain View Place to remain R-1 zoned. Chief Planner Rosen answered that the Commission may place such a restriction, and modification would be required to the CUP if the school desired to ever change it.
The following persons spoke in support of the project:
Heidi Davis, 1465 Kensington Drive, Matt Henderson, 640 Princeton Circle East Mark Davis, 1465 Kensington Drive Steve Armanino 321 W. Malvern Avenue
Jessie Rickey, 539 N. Hale, spoke against scope of the expansion which she felt was too massive for the parcel. Traffic will increase in the residential area and Chapman Avenue.
Chairman Crane recessed for five minutes at 9:02 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 9:10.
Mark Smith, a nearby neighbor at 2100 N. Central Avenue stated that never had an excessive noise problem from the school.
Nutrima Jourdon, parent and school spokesperson, spoke regarding the number of special events that would be held and would like to hold 26 indoor events and no more than 12 outdoor events, for a total of 38 maximum. An event is described as 75 people or more on evenings or weekends. Commissioner Stopper asked if Condition 9c would have to be modified, based on this information, and Chief Planner Rosen answered affirmatively.
Chairman Crane advised that Condition 10, concerning the number of off-site parking spaces, also had to be modified. Chief Planner Rosen reminded that Commission that staff had originally requested 125 off-site parking spaces. Ms. Jourdon is asking that this amount be reduced to 100, by including the 25 on-site spaces not utilized by staff. Chief Planner Rosen suggested that, as a compromise staff could revisit this number after it is known exactly how many cars the special events actually generate.
Commissioner Savage was concerned that originally the number of events was listed as 26, and is now 3. Ms. Jourdan understood that the Commission was attempting to obtain a concrete number, but reminded him that the neighbors do not desire high-impact events, so the school was trying to minimize their impact by making smaller events to decrease the number of people. The maximum number of people at any event would be no more than 200.
Commissioner Savage also asked for specifics regarding the glass doors and windows. Mr. Silber said that there are window systems, such as splitting the frame and having dual glazing, which can reduce the sound to a level of what would be heard through a regular wall. Sound transmission coefficients of 45 or 50 stc could be applied as a condition. At ground level the north windows would face a solid masonry wall.
Commissioner Stopper asked if an acoustic analysis of the north wall of the multi-purpose bldg including the kitchen was done. Mr. Silber, answered negatively, but had spoken with an acoustical engineer to address this issue and investigate technology for deadening the sound. Commissioner Stopper was concerned with amplification and sound going over the eight-foot wall. He suggested moving the building farther away than 10 feet from that wall. Mr. Silber was hesitant about moving that building in one direction, because the site would be "squeezed" in the other direction, Chief Planner Rosen added that there is also a five-foot landscaped setback from the wall. Mr. Silber also suggested working at the base of the wall, perhaps three or four feet up, to break up the continuous reflective surface.
Commissioner LeQuire asked if Condition 8 should be modified to read a decorative, masonry terraced wall. Condition 9c, should be modified to read 38 events and what constituted an off-hour event. Condition 9d should define the hours of operation from 6:30-6:30 or whatever the hours are. Chairman Crane added that 10a regarding off-site parking should be changed. Also Condition 8 requiring a 6 foot-high wall, should be modified to read "6 foot high block wall."
Chairman Crane question when construction would take place on the multi purpose building. Mrs. Constantin is anticipating that the multi-purpose building will be started in November. Silber hoped to split the permits so that multi-purpose room and classroom could be done at separate times, within six months of one another.
Commissioner Stopper requested that Condition 7, regarding noise impact assessment, be modified from prior to "occupancy" to "prior to issuance of building permits."
Commissioner Savage suggested that the house on Mountain View remain residential, and added as a condition of approval.
Chairman Crane was unsure if a 50 stc rating was the correct number for sound attenuation. He suggested adding a condition which states "per an acoustical engineer recommendation." Mr. Silber concurred.
Ms. Jourdan thanked the Commission for all of their recommendations which resulted in a new and improved site plan.
Mr. Constantin agreed to add, as conditions of approval, no bells or speakers from the bell tower, no video camera shall review the surrounding residential properties, and wall construction of the auditorium to be block/masonry (per Mr. King's letter).
Senior Planner Mullis summarized the modified conditions as follows:
The title of Resolution No. 6990 APPROVING site and architectural plans for a proposed expansion of a private school (Ivycrest Montessori); to include an approximately 2,900 square foot multi-purpose building, a two-story, 5,000-square-foot building for four classrooms, a 250-square-foot office/reception area with an approximately 45-foot high non-habitable tower element, reuse of an existing 900-square-foot existing single-family residence for a teacher's lounge or caretaker's unit, increase of enrollment to 324 students; and to create off-site parking to meet the parking requirements for property located at 2007, 2011, 2107, and 2113 East Chapman Avenue and 514 North Mountain View Place, was read and further reading was waived. MOTION by Commissioner Wilson, seconded and APPROVED unanimously with a 6-1 vote, with Commissioner Griffin voting no, that said resolution be ADOPTED as AMENDED.
Commissioner Savage commended the neighbors for all of their time and effort in this matter. He felt this was a great school, but that 38 was excessive for the number of events. But if it was acceptable with residents, he would accept that.
Commissioner Griffin stated that this was a great project but would like the multi-purpose building moved farther south. He Commissioner Griffin wanted to go on record as being opposed because he desired to continue the matter until the alley issue was resolved.
Commissioner Stopper concurred with moving the building because of noise. He stated that the applicant and community have both done a great job. He felt that Fullerton's main strength is education and this was a good source for the younger children in the community.
Commissioner Price noted that Condition 1 covered the public nuisance issue expressed by Commissioner Savage.
Commissioner LeQuire thanked all the neighbors for their participation. He concurred that 38 special events were a bit ambitious, but was confident that the neighbors would complain if there were a problem. He felt the final plan was a good compromise and the site plan protects the integrity of Mountain View structure, which will remain as a single-family residence.
Commissioner Wilson was satisfied that the alley issue would be continued to another time. He felt that 38 was a fair number for the special events. He supported the project.
Chairman Crane also recognized compromises and thanked everyone for their participation.
Commissioner Griffin wanted to go on record as being opposed because he desired to continue the matter until the alley issue was resolved.
The title of Resolution No. 6989 APPROVING a request to allow the abandonment of an easement located at 2011 East Chapman Avenue, was read and further reading was waived. MOTION to approve by Commissioner Wilson, seconded and APPROVED by a 6-1 vote, with Commissioner Griffin voting no, that said Resolution be ADOPTED AS WRITTEN.
Staff report was presented pertaining to a request to change the existing General Plan Land Use designation from "Greenbelt Concept Residential" to "Government Facilities" and change the zone designation from O-G, Oil-Gas to P-L, Public-Land for a proposed reservoir on property located at the terminus of a proposed access road which begins on the north side of a proposed cul-de-sac of Muir Trail Drive east of Eagle Point Drive (previously certified Environmental Impact Report).
Chief Planner Rosen indicated that this was a procedural issue as part of the Hawks Point project.
The title of Resolution No. 6987 RECOMMENDING to the City Council APPROVAL of a request to change the existing General Plan Land Use designation from "Greenbelt Concept Residential" to "Government Facilities" and change the zone designation from O-G, Oil-Gas to P-L, Public-Land for a proposed reservoir on property located at the terminus of a proposed access road which begins on the north side of a proposed cul-de-sac of Muir Trail Drive east of Eagle Point Drive, was read and further reading was waived. MOTION by Commissioner Price, seconded and CARRIED unanimously that said Resolution be ADOPTED AS AMENDED, to include the access road as part of the zone change.
Staff report was presented pertaining to a request to consider the disposition of surplus City property identified as parcel number 287-013-23 and its consistency with the General Plan (between 142 and 386 feet west of Camino Centroloma) (Section 65402 of the Government Code).
Senior Planner Mullis reported this property is on the north side of Pioneer Avenue and was a former water well location for Chevron.
Commissioner Stopper asked if anyone other than the adjoining property owners would be interested in purchasing this land and Senior Engineer Wallin answered negatively, because it is not buildable.
Commissioner Savage asked if the property were sold to adjacent owners, would the property then be large enough to subdivide. Senior Engineer Wallin advised that one condition was that the property could not be further subdivided, subject to Council's approval. Commissioner Savage wanted minutes to reflect that he would not be in favor if it could be subdivided.
MOTION by Commissioner Price, seconded and CARRIED unanimously that the disposition of City property identified as parcel number 187-013-23 (north side of Pioneer Avenue, at the terminus of Las Lanas Lane) was consistent with the General Plan .
Senior Planner Mullis reported that all items requested by the Planning Commission are complete, with the exception of adding landscaping to the front portion of the building. A copy of the semi-annual inspection was presented to the Commission.
Commissioner LeQuire requested that this information be presented to the City Council as well. He also asked that the problem with infestation be addressed as soon as possible and that the SRO continue to be monitored.
Chairman Crane asked who conducted inspections, and Senior Planner Mullis answered that the SRO Management Company does a quarterly inspection, and sometimes staff will go along with them. Inspections are also conducted twice a year by the City's housing staff.
Commissioner LeQuire further inquired if safety issues could be addressed as a first priority, and Senior Planner Mullis answered affirmatively.
Commissioner Wilson MOVED to receive and file the report. MOTION was seconded and CARRIED unanimously.
Chief Planner Rosen gave a brief report of recent City Council meeting
There were no public comments.
The next meeting of the Fullerton Planning Commission will be September 11, 2002, at 7:00 p.m.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:20 p.m.


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Justin Bieber's mom, Pattie Mallette revealed during a completely candid "Ask Pattie" Twitter session on Dec. 8, that Justin's very first word was "money," and he would even subsitute it out for "mommy!" This fun throwback memory got Pattie reminiscing about the adorable baby Justin was!
Justin Bieber's First Word Was Money: Mom Pattie Mallette Recalls Childhood
Justin, 19, has such an adorable relationship with his mom, and the two have clearly had their close bond since the very beginning. Pattie actually couldn't help but laugh when a fan asked what the first word Justin said was — because he had such a funny one!
"Money! Hahahaha! Instead of Mommy he said Money & Daddy!" Pattie said on Twitter.
Another fan asked Pattie about her favorite moments with Justin from his childhood, and she had the sweetest answer. "Bedtimes. I would tuck him in, read to him, pray with him & talk & giggle sometimes for an hour or more," she said wistfully. "I miss that!" she sighed.
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Pattie was temporarily thrown for a loop when another inquiring fan asked Pattie what she thought about Justin becoming a parent himself one day. "Ahhh omg could u imagine me a Grandma already!?" Pattie answered. "Hopefully that's a long way in the future!"
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Why the Police Commission must go
Friday, October 26, 2012
The voters of Rochester are once again being asked to consider the abolishment of the police commission. Supporters of the police commission view this as yet another attempt by the City Council to gain more authority and power. Conversely, those in favor of abolishment continue to add to the litany of examples as to why this antiquated three-member board must be eliminated for good. I want to take this opportunity to provide my sincere opinion as to why the police commission is no longer needed in the Lilac City. |


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"I knew nothing about it until today," said the doctor.
"You're lying! Tell them, Willum! You thought it was funny. You said the beast - the boy - was in good condition!" (6.33-34)
Does anyone in this house ever tell the truth? Willum, the awful doctor, relies on lies just as much as everyone else does to get what he wants.
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"You're too young to understand much, and I wouldn't say anything if you were a real boy." Tam Lin tossed bread crumbs into the pool. The little fish rose to the surface to feed. "But you're a clone," he went on. "You haven't got anyone to explain things to you." (7.45)
Tam Lin treats Matt like a human for the most part but he also acknowledges just how different Matt is. Apparently, when you're a clone, no one thinks it's important to keep you in the loop. Except for Tam Lin, of course.
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in this section: Government moves in on Figali's marina. Photo by the Presidencia Supreme court voids Ancon Hill -
Amador Causeway cable car contract, rejects another Figali appeal
Martinelli moves against Amador
by Eric Jackson Many a politician,
especially many a business executive getting into politics, promises to
"run government like a business." Usually they don't mean this. Usually
what they really intend is to run government for the benefit of certain
particular businesses. The difference between the insincere rhetoric
and the sincere intention manifests itself most starkly when the
poseurs "give away the store," as contrasted against those who would
seriously run government like a business zealously defending the
government's assets and revenue sources. The last three Panamanian administrations notoriously gave away the store, and nowhere more flagrantly than with respect to the choicest properties of the "reverted" areas of the former Canal Zone at the former Fort Amador and the old US Southern Command headquarters on Quarry Heights. Created at the end of the Endara administration and lapsing early in the Torrijos administration, the Interoceanic Regional Authority (ARI) was in charge of disposing of properties obtained from the Americans pursuant to the 1977 Torrijos-Carter treaties. After ARI's mandate lapsed at the end of 2004, Martín Torrijos mostly dismantled the massive political patronage bureaucracy that was the authority and transferred its functions to the Ministry of Economy and Finance. Prior to ARI, during the dictatorship, much of the real estate coming into Panamanian hands was distributed as gifts to PRD supporters, and the industrial assets that Panama received were largely destroyed by padding the payroll with people who didn't do very much work and grossly negligent management decisions. Probably the most noteworthy example of the latter was the fate of the Panama Railroad. It was obsolete in many respects when Panama received it, but instead of the rebuilding it needed, some genius decided to clear the tracks of weeds by burning the weeds --- and the wooden cross ties. For years after that act of administrative vandalism made the railroad unusable, the railroad kept an expensive collection of employees on the government payroll. It was decided during the Endara administration that most of the reverted assets would be sold through ARI. During that time the first concessions for the development of the Manzanillo International Terminal and Colon Container Terminal in the Atlantic Side areas of France Field and Coco Solo were granted. Come the Pérez Balladares administration, there was a massive wave of privatizations, both of reverted properties and money-making assets like the INTEL phone company that the Panamanian government had owned going back to pre-treaty times. Concessions for the ports of Cristobal and Balboa were sold to Hong Kong's Hutchison Whampoa, the world's largest private port company. Kansas City Southern Railways got the rights to rebuild and operate the old railroad. In charge of ARI in the Pérez Balladares times was one Nicolás Ardito Barletta, a man many Panamanians call "Fraudito" mainly but not only for his theft of the 1984 presidential election. He lived up to that reputation as head of ARI. Concessions on the Amador Causeway were granted to people and companies that lied about their assets or financing, even though Barletta's bloated ARI bureaucracy was supposed to investigate the claims of would-be concessionaires. People with no ability to comply with the agreements that they made with ARI went, concessions in hand, to potential investors or potential buyers. For the most part, these beneficiaries of Ardito Barletta's largess ended up with their concessions canceled during the course of the next administration. Mireya Moscoso put her late husband Arnulfo Arias's nephew, Alfredo Arias Grimaldo, in charge of ARI. Under that kleptocratic regime, choice Amador properties were passed out to friends, blocks of houses on the old military bases were sold to Colombian drug lords and a former associate in the Robert Vesco ponzi schemes --- the man who personally delivered Richard Nixon's hush money to the Watergate burglars, in fact --- got a piece of the action in the concessions for the old Horoko military golf course. For the most part, the people who got concessions from the Moscoso administration never paid the government. Complicating things, and theoretically creating a legal dodge, was a Moscoso-era "parity" --- equiparación --- law that provided that if one concessionaire got a tax break or some other special financial treatment from the government, then its competitors would also receive this benefit. Thus the argument was raised that, since others with concessions on Amador weren't paying, nobody had to pay. The worst offender on Amador was one Jean Feghali, who does business under the name Jean Figali. The Moscoso administration put great priority on the opening of the Figali Convention Center in time for the 2003 Miss Universe pageant. Figali didn't have the money to pay the contractors in full, and the pageant was held in an uncompleted hall, with Figali and the builders litigating. Figali moved his Grupo F women's apparel business out to Amador, after closing his Via España store and laying off most of the work force there. But the vast international fashion center he planned has mostly not happened. Figali has never paid the Panamanian government, but instead has bombarded it with a barrage of lawsuits with claims for hundreds of millions of dollars for things like, on the one hand, not developing the Amador infrastructures he wants, and on the other hand, putting an underground power line through the land over which he has a concession. A concession to build a marina --- for which Figali has never paid --- was used to build a landfill about twice the size of that allowed, and without getting any of the required environmental permits. Figali has used personal friendships in high places to play these games, most infamously to get Supreme Court magistrate Winston Spadafora to rule, with no basis in law and without even a formal request for this before the court, that Figali does not have to pay for his Amador concessions. But notwithstanding Spadafora's ruling --- which has widely been held up as an example of judicial corruption --- Figali owes the government more than $15 million. A September 2007 complaint against Spadafora has been before the National Assembly without action being taken on it, and theoretically the new legislature could revive it and hold an impeachment trial. On the face of it, the fact that Spadafora lives in a Paitilla luxury apartment owned by a company of which Figali is the legal representative raises questions of bribery. However, because Spadafora comes from the Arnulfista ranks and his party is one of the important elements of Martinelli's government coalition, regardless of any proofs it's doubtful that there could be a sufficient super-majority in the assembly to convict him. And then there was Ancon Hill, a bipartisan assault on a national park led by Arias and the rector of the University of Panama, Gustavo García de Paredes, who was at the end of the Moscoso administration the head of the ARI board of directors. A big chunk of the national park was assigned to be divided into lots and sold. The hill's summit was to be handed over to a private concessionaire who would build a cable car that would connect to the Amador Causeway and build a recreation and tourism facility on the hilltop. It turned out that one of the companies in the Inversiones Guararé Teleférico cable car consortium was alleged to be a front for the international Rayo Montaño drug cartel, but the battle against the cable car, and the construction in the park, was not fought on that basis. It was furious neighbors on Quarry Heights, who had moved up there to get some respite from the city's noise, pollution and litter. It was a ragtag collection of environmentalist groups who were determined not to allow the dismemberment of a national park. It was the mayor of Panama City, Juan Carlos Navarro, a guy with roots in the environmentalist movement himself, and a sensitivity to issues that moved his constituents. The Ancon Hill projects were held up in multiple lawsuits and administrative procedures that in some cases pitted former Mayor Navarro against his erstwhile running mate, former Housing Minister Balbina Herrera (she would give her ministry's permits for developers to build in the park, while he wouldn't give city permits for such things). Now we have a new, business-oriented government. At first glance, it seems that it's not an administration disposed to give away the store. On July 7, with photographers, a work crew and several ministers in tow, President Martinelli showed up at the Figali marina landfill. They tore down the fence, put up a sign declaring the area government property, and left cops on guard to keep Figali or his employees from entering upon the premises. "I can't be giving away or abusing public resources," Martinelli said, serving notice that Figali and the other deadbeat Amador concessionaires will have 30 days to pay up and get their permits in order. "We can't permit the same people to go on defrauding the government, not paying their obligations, impeding us from delivering more health and education services, improving police officers' and teachers' salaries and rendering assistance to senior citizens." The pressure on Figali, a Lebanese citizen who immigrated to Panama in 1987 and is said to have subsequently naturalized as a Panamanian, was ratcheted up by a series of leaks to the press about how his immigration file has disappeared and may not have been in proper order. The following day, the Supreme Court dismissed one of Figali's lawsuits, wherein his Grupo F Internacional had sued the government for $261 million for allegedly deficient services by the Panama Maritime Authority with respect to his marina. Meanwhile on July 7, the Supreme Court's administrative bench declared the March 2004 ARI concession contract for the cable car development null and void. It held that only the National Environmental Authority (ANAM) has the power to grant concessions for developments in national parks. Under the Torrijos administration ANAM might have been disposed to grant such a concession, but this was not done. The process could be started again, but for the authority to revive the controversial project would likely be more of a political headache than the Martinelli administration would care to endure. Martinelli has said that his administration will be reviewing Torrijos administration concessions to the Club de Yates y Pesca and Herman Bern's Hotel Miramar on the recently opened Cinta Costera. The new Minister of Economy and Finance, Alberto Vallarino, adds that there is about $1.1 billion in arrears owed mainly for corporation fees and property taxes and that he's going to try to collect as much of this as possible. Correction: In a previous version of this article, Alfredo Arias Grimaldo was mistakenly identified as "Alberto" Arias. Also
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Gillian Quinn - 11/02/2009
well this is the second week at this dance, they are much happier now. its a good dance ,fast footwork, ..still think its for the advanced or experienced intermed.
Mackie MCCAUGHEY - 08/02/2009
Love this dance, short but interesting! Most of the class enjoying it!
Gillian Quinn - 04/02/2009
good dance but it took a long time for a classs who have been dancing 15 years to get! more an advanced dance, the footwork i and timing a challenge. only half my class liked it.
Janis Davies - 08/12/2008
This dance is addictive, great choreography and fab music. Well done Jo and Deborah.
Michelle Cooper - 26/11/2008
been putting off teaching this dance,but taught it last week,my favourt dance,fits great to the music, some differnt steps.really nice dance,should be no1 dance
Lesley Miller - 06/11/2008
Such a different style!! Challenging 8&1 counts!! All my classes love it!! So nice to see you teach again!! Looking foward to many more!! Keep dancing!!
Carmel Plumley - 30/10/2008
This dance is so full of style for a small dance. How clever you all are!!! The tango styling adds to the attitude of the dance and the music is wonderful. Very satisfying to dance. Well done.
Val Whittington - 29/10/2008
Lovely dance not too much to remember and because steps are unusual in parts fun teach everyone likes it !!!!!
Cherylle Owen - 08/10/2008
great little dance, not to long,some nice tango moves class love it
Roz Porter - 20/09/2008
This just has to be one of the best dances out for a while, just love it, after I taught it we danced this 5 times, more of the same please
Wendy Annall - 16/09/2008
went down a storm in both my classes. hoots of laughter doing the last 2-8+. will be around for a while, great track, well done girls.


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"Great New Series"
Most likely. I enjoyed the book enough to listen again. Not all books are worthy of a second listen. Also, I thought Kristen Potter did a really good job with the narration.
When Jaxon is hurt and very weak from not mating. It was so memorable because of Kira's reaction. It was extremely sad and I couldn't help but cry. Another memorable moment was when Jaxon and Kira released they love each other.
When ChurpChurp (?) was sleeping on Kira's stomach, Jaxon came across them. In that scene, he knew he loved her. Also liked how he became close to ChurpChurp.
Yes, made be laugh and cry.
"Terrible Narration, Horrible Music at Major Pauses"
A better narrator and leave out that terrible music. I hate that I purchased the book and am unable to listen to it.
I couldn't say. Becauase of the bad, boring, unprofessional narration and that horrid music at major pauses, I could not get into the story.
If someone else did the narriation like Hilary Huber or Tavia Gilbert
None. Could not get into the book because the narrator made it so boring.
I was excited to start this series and planned to purchase all of the audiobooks. I am so glad I decided to try the first book before purchasing the others.
"Good Story, Bad Narration"
Yes, because it is a good story and I love the "Love at Stake" series.
Can't think of one
She was unable to perform male characters. She made Angus McKay sound like a woman with a high voice. She did an OK job with Gregori's and Abby's voices. She was absolutely horrible with Roman's voice.
"Good Story"
No. Overall, I thought the story was good, the narrator was just OK. Reminded me of Brenda Joyce's Masters of Time series which is outstanding.
Rebeka because she was a strong woman.
At times, I could not tell which character she was doing because they sounded alike.
No, this book did not make me cry. I laughed a time or two.
"Bad Narrator"
I enjoyed the story but had a hard time getting used to the narrator. He has an accent to begin with and couldn't really do a decent cajun accent. I found his narration very distracting. For this reason, I doubt I will purchase the second book in the series.
The story was actually enjoyable but the narration took away from the story. I cannot remember a memorable moment in story.
I would have changed to another narrator. His narration ruined the story.
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It feels normal around the district these days. Students and teachers are back, schools are humming with activities, and a good year is planned by everyone. We hope you check back often throughout the year to catch up on what's happening in our schools and district.
You've likely noticed our new school and district web sites, which look and navigate differently from our previous sites. The changes were made in direct response to the district's communication survey completed last spring where parents and community members identified areas needed for improved communication and ease of access. We think you'll like what you see and read! Give your school a call or email the principal if there's something you feel is missing from our school sites.
Our staff returned to schools the week of August 30th in preparation for students' on September 7. Each day was full of work sessions, training, presentations and set up of classrooms. Staff also received additional training on use of the eSIS student information system, which provides online updates for parents on their students in grades 6-12.
Several schools earlier hosted open houses to give students and families a chance to meet the teachers, drop off supplies and more. The first days of the school year are always exciting and we look forward to a year full of success for our students. Pictured is Principal Marilyn Wood greeting students on their second day back at Lee Elementary School.


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The Lunch Break Chronicles
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Monthly Archive for February, 2010
Picture Hope for Haiti
PICTURE HOPE FOR HAITI: MARCH 2, 6 PM, CHEZ JEAN PIERRE, STAMFORD 2/23/2010 It's just the two of us back in the photo lab and some people talk a lot of nonsense. I often think we should just go ahead and add the padded walls and call it what it is. Then again, I'm responsible for […]
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LBC Pick of the Week: Lomo Saltado at Mi Ranchito
ABOVE: A plate of lomo saltado and rice at Mi Ranchito in Stamford. ($7) MI RANCHITO: 262 HOPE STREET, STAMFORD 2/22/2010 In my years at the Advocate the little restaurant on the corner of Hope and Pilgrim Walk has changed hands seemingly countless times. It was a falafel joint, or a cafe, or maybe a cafe that sold […]
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SoNo Baking Company launches cookbook
ABOVE: My first attempt at the simple ginger cookies, left, from the SoNo Baking Company Cookbook yielded a picture-perfect stack. SONO BAKING COMPANY & CAFE: 101 SOUTH WATER STREET, NORWALK 2/18/2010 SoNo Baking Company's almond croissants have made me an addict, but they are a little advanced for my baking skills. When I saw that […]
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Assignment notebook: pizza at Jim Lahey's Co.
ABOVE: A pizza margherita ($13) at Jim Lahey's Co. in Chelsea. CO.: 230 NINTH AVE., NEW YORK 2/17/2010 NEW YORK – Carrie Parma-Collier's dog, a samoyed, prefers Brazilian beef to MilkBones, but when you win best in breed in the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, you can have whatever you want. Eschewing the concession stand […]
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Fat Tuesday étouffée: beer, butter and bon temps
ABOVE: Shrimp étouffée (sorry for the semi-recycled post, but what are you gonna do, I've been busy.). 2/16/2010 Ten years ago I was a photojournalism intern at the Baton Rouge Advocate, where crawfish became a staple of my diet. I became obsessed with all things crawfish; boiled crawfish, crawfish po' boys, crawfish boudin balls and, […]
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"IPO" tells the tale of a group of San Francisco dot-commers attempting to get rich through their companies' IPO (initial public offering). The problem? They quickly learn that money and friendship don't always go hand in hand, especially when you have a not so great business plan.
"IPO" starts off as a comedy that appears to be poking fun at the stupidity of the workplace and the corporate world of self-obsessed dot-commers. But just as you start to have a good laugh or two, "IPO" suddenly shifts gears into more serious fare. Then after you settle into drama mode, "IPO" then again shifts gears again into tragicomedy mode. And that's really the only thing keeping "IPO" from being a great film, a lack of focus.
All of the players in "IPO" are magnificent, which is an amazing feat considering the size and scope of the cast. But that's also part of the problem. There are so many characters and relationships between them all that you need a chart to keep track of who's who. Some of the characters that play as sub-plots suddenly become dominate players in the story while other main characters you've been introduced to just suddenly disappear off the radar.
Director Daniel Gamburg has put together an interesting story and a fantastic cast. "IPO" could have been something really amazing if he could have just taken all these great elements and put them into a more cohesive package, with a little more focus.
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Rebalancing or a Further Tip in Local Authority's Favour
You need be aware of the recent proposed "rebalancing" of the Licensing Act 2003 which has been debated by the Government and is proposed to take effect, later this year. Despite some well argued opposition, the Government is looking to move ahead with the proposals, and allow even further controls to Local Authorities than before.
With the regular media attention given to binge drinking, and a view of the alcohol industry as being a major source of public nuisance, it is little wonder that the Government appears desperate to hand more control to Local Authorities. But is this view accurate or is the industry just a scapegoat? Would it not be more beneficial to hand out stronger powers to Police in dealing with individuals who are drinking irresponsibly and causing nuisance, rather than holding well-run premises responsible?
Handing these extra powers to Local Authorities could prove even more detrimental to an already struggling industry, allowing Authorities opportunities to punish venues and deny applications without having to justify – on a proper evidential basis - their decisions. The start of this style could be seen as early as the introduction of the application for a Minor Variation in July 2009, which allowed Local Authorities the right to refuse applications without giving any reason for doing so. Although initially seen as a cheaper alternative to the full variation application, it could actually work out more expensive, as if refused an Applicant may then have to seek a full variation to achieve a Hearing and an explanation of sorts.
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Voters go to the polls Tuesday to elect board of education members and city officials.
Advance voting for qualified voters, continues until noon Monday at the Ellis County Clerk's office in the Ellis County Courthouse.
Ellis County Clerk Donna Maskus said voters must have a photo ID to vote.
Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday and located in Hays, Ellis, Victoria and Schoenchen.
Voter turnout in local city and school board elections, Maskus said last week, has hovered near 20 percent in the last two elections, which were in 2011 and 2009.
Altogether, nine school districts have land within Ellis County boundaries, but for some it isn't much land.
"All three of the home (Ellis County) school districts are at-large positions," Maskus said.
Three positions are open on the Hays USD 489 Board of Education, and five candidates have filed.
Candidates are Lance Bickle, Danielle Robben, Kathleen Fischer, Josh Waddell and incumbent Richard Kraemer. Alan Moore and Sharon Befort did not file for re-election.
The successful candidates will take their seats July 1.
Filing for the three positions on the Hays City Commission are Shaun Musil, Dominic Pianalto, Todd Gabel and incumbents Ron Mellick and Eber Phelps. The two candidates who receive the most votes will receive four-year terms, and the third place vote-getter will receive a two-year term. The successful candidates will be sworn in at the April 11 city commission meeting.
Other elections in Ellis County include:
Ellis: Two candidates, Lyle Johnston, council member, and incumbent David R. McDaniel, have filed for mayor. Four candidates, Terry Redetzke, Brian Raub, Jolene Niernberger and John Leiker, have filed for the three available spots on city council. Raub, Niernberger and Leiker currently serve on the council. Incumbent Faith Scheck filed for city treasurer.
Three candidates have filed for the three at-large seats on the Ellis USD 388 board. They are incumbent Jerry Pfeifer, Patricia L. Graff and John A. Walz.
Victoria: Three council members and the mayor position are open. Curtis B. Unrein, incumbent, filed for mayor. Three incumbents, Kenneth A. Pfeifer, Jan Piesker, and Leroy J. Schmidtberger, filed for the three open council seats.
Only two candidates filed to fill the three positions on the Victoria USD 432 board.
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Does Deadpool deliver destruction or disappointment?
Check out this review roundup to find out if High Moon studios has done the merc-with-a-mouth proud?
That's right, the Deadpool game is finally here, and if you're looking to laugh while you shoot and stab your way through the Marvel anti-hero's world, then you're in luck.
The game is currently making a splash in the gaming world thanks to its over-the-top humour and Deadpool's antics, and trust me, after playing this game, Deadpool doesn't just break the fourth wall, he smashes it into pieces.
The game is currently holding a 64 Metascore, while keeping a percentage of 66.75 on Gamerankings for the Xbox 360 version.
The PC and PS3 versions are still pending some reviews, but we could expect the aggregates to be within the 360's range.
Check out what the critics are saying about the merc-with-a-mouth:
"The goofy ending shenanigans are worth the trouble, of course, but it's always a shame to see a runner stumble just before the finish line. Luckily, the rest of Deadpool is so light on its feet and so steadfastly amusing that you're bound to remember all of the pleasure and none of the pain."
Polygon: 7/10
"High Moon surprised me with competent action and better-than average storytelling, and even Deadpool himself grew on me, despite his dumber-than-dirt antics."
GamesRadar: 3.5/5
"High Moon Studios has created not only one of the best superhero games, but one of the funniest games you'll ever play–period. Sure, it's low brow and a little heavy on the dick and fart jokes, but… wait, actually, that's not a bad thing. It's a great thing."
Game Informer: 6/10
"I wouldn't say it falls into the "it's so bad, it's good" camp, but like a cheesy Nic Cage movie, it sometimes hits the right comedic notes, but it just doesn't hit them enough."
"Behind Deadpool's demented humor, creative script, and brilliant sight gags is a fairly conventional, generic action game. It's not bad, but it's not particularly good, either – and without oodles of hidden secrets or unlockables to discover, there's really no reason to replay it once you've finished."
Joystiq: 6/10
"Better to take it as an unvarnished comedy, then, because Deadpool self-destructs when you read so deeply (and madly?) to see satire. That's okay, bearing in mind there are better games in which you slice people up for points, and that everything Deadpool the man revels in – the bullets, the blood and the babes – are sincerely sought and embarrassingly commonplace in the marketplace to begin with."
Gametrailers: 5.5/10
"Comic fans looking for a mindless romp may find Wade Wilson's misadventures up to the task, but players seeking some actual substance should look for another mercenary to hire."
Videogamer: 5/10
"Deadpool is a great character wrapped in a standard (and short) action experience. It can be fun in quick bursts, but the lack of a real challenge until the very end means it tires quickly."
Gamespot: 5.5/10
"Deadpool tries to hide its problems behind an exuberant personality, but all the talking in the world can't smooth over some fundamental flaws."
MyGaming got a chance to check out the new game ahead of its release, and listed 5 awesome things about Deadpool.
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After Bey posted a few bikini pics on her Tumblr on April 10 showcasing an unusual-looking thigh gap, fans took to Twitter to accuse the gorgeous singer of Photoshopping herself and not being proud of her sexy curves. So what do you think? Did Beyonce resort to a little photo-editing?
Man, you'd think if Beyonce were going to do the deed, she'd execute it better. But after the singer posted two pictures on her Tumblr on April 10 that featured some questionable delineations in her thighs — suggesting that the photos were altered — fans rushed to Twitter to criticize the Queen for apparently resorting to Photoshop to make herself look thinner and give herself a "thigh gap."
Beyonce: Did She Photoshop Pic To Create A Thigh Gap?
The most damning picture of the pair showed Bey mid-golf-swing in a retro bikini. She looks great, except for the fact that her right thigh is oddly shaped — the delineation of her leg is inconsistent and definitively unnatural-looking — and the usually curvy singer has a thigh gap, which means there's space in between her upper thighs even when her knees are close together.
The second picture showed Beyonce from the side, and while her legs looked notably healthier and thicker than the first snap, there's still a wavering delineation in her right leg — a curve where curves don't usually go.
"Trust me, I'm Team B, but she definitely liquified her thigh," a photo expert told HollywoodLife.com exclusively, explaining the Photoshop filter that allows editors to either push or pull a person's features in a photograph. In this case, it appears Beyonce pushed the outline of her thigh inward, but forgot to do so with the necessary subtlety.
"It's definitely a botched job," another expert told us, adding that Bey may have instead used the stamp tool, which lets users copy the background of a picture — in this case the green of the golf course — and paste it over the foreground, essentially erasing it ("it" being a slice of Beyonce's upper thigh here) from existence.
Beyonce: Fans Slam Her For Allegedly Photoshopping
The curious pictures quickly caught the eyes of fans, who began accusing Beyonce of using Photoshop (quite unconvincingly) to appear slimmer. Their disappointment in Queen Bey was palpable:
LOL Beyonce, the modern day feminist~ and #1 self love advocate, photoshopping herself a thigh gap.
— Matt (@Spearitual) April 11, 2014
Why would Beyonce ever photoshop her legs like that. I wanna throw a rock at her lmao
— CrotchLickMeOff! ✘♥0 (@ItsJahNelO_o) April 11, 2014
Why photoshop? Just pick picture you like. Thick thighs not a problem. #beyonce #thickthighs #stopthefakeweallknowabout #superficial #image — Lilou (@foreverlilou) April 11, 201
The Photoshop Awards: Beyonce's Thigh Gap On Instagram — gemini jollies (@HardcorJollies) April 11, 2014
really @Beyonce? we all love your thick thighs. NO reason to photoshop a thigh gap in there..
— maria bee ♕ (@mariaa_bee) April 10, 2014
With her her money, Beyoncé should be able to pay someone who is better at Photoshop.
— Jessica Wakeman (@JessicaWakeman) April 10, 2014
Bey also had her fair share of supporters though, who insisted that she'd never do such a sacrilegious thing like Photoshop herself. But what do you think, HollywoodLifers? Did Bey edit her own pics? And if so, are you disappointed in her for doing it?
– Andrew Gruttadaro
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I don't think she has I mean have you seen her pretty hurts video her thighs don't touch there and she has lost ALOT of weight since she had her baby and become a vegan. You can tell she losing her curves I just don't think people want to think she has because she use to have an amazing body for younger girls to look up to because she has curves and she's still beautiful
The b*tch is ugly. Can't speak. Can't sing. I bet when she's on stage it friggin bangs like crazy. Has SO MUCH WEIGHT! Pretty? Are people BLIND? Her WHOLE FAMILY IS HOMELY! I wouldn't have another kid either. THE B*TCH CAN'T EVEN TALK AND LYMP SINCS TO EVERYTHING because in rehearsal you do a DO OVER! PLEASE! SO STUPID!
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What a unnatural sloppy look! So vain and ridiculous to do this to a photo. Hope all the superficiality eventually dies out just like her low confidence. And people think she is a role model to young women by doing such stupid things…..there is much more to life than your looks queen bey! SMH
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