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COMMUNITY ALERT SIREN SOUNDED: THERE IS NO EMERGENCY
Monday, February 08, 2010
A Community Alert Siren sounded just after 12:00 a.m. today. The siren sounded for less than 20 seconds. There was NO emergency. According to SONGS there is no emergency at the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station plant and SONGS personnel are working to determine the reasons for the siren activation. If it were a real emergency there would be information in the media immediately and all sirens would be sounded at the same time for three minutes. Updates will be posted as they become available. If you have questions, please call the City’s Emergency Planning Officer Jen Tucker at (949) 361-6109.
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HOT OFF THE PRESS(Click Here)
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02/04/2010 City Reviews Community Development
01/11/2010 City Seeks Cooperation in Conservation
12/17/2009 Clean Ocean Program in German Textbook
12/17/2009 Universal Waste Program
12/16/2009 City Program Honored for Excellence
12/09/2009 Trail Dedication

La Pata Avenue/Del Rio Extension Project
The process to prepare an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the La Pata/Del Rio extension project has begun. For more information please visit Orange County’s project website at:www.ocpublicworks.com/PCPW/Projects/LaPata.aspx.

Turn Sprinklers OFF During & After Storms
Take advantage of FREE rain by turning off your sprinkler system during and after rainstorms! Besides being efficient, you will also be in compliance with the City's Water Conservation Ordinance.

Click the link below to find out more about the City's Water Conservation Ordinance & for great water savings tips!

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San Clemente Trails Map
A new San Clemente Trails Map is available for download! The map highlights 8 City maintained trails in addition to several other adjacent trails provided by the State Parks and San Juan Capistrano. The map includes detailed descriptions of the City trails, elevation, and trail rules and etiquette. Download, print, and go!
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Safety/Quiet Zone
The City of San Clemente is working to establish a Safety/Quiet Zone so trains are not required to blow their horns at at-grade crossings as they travel through San Clemente. The City’s efforts are utilizing a multi-pronged strategy that include Safety/Quiet Zone Partnership with the City of Oceanside, Administrative Approaches w/ Federal Railroad Administration and California Public Utilities Commission, Legislative Approaches w/ Federal and State governments, Evaluating Infrastructure Improvements including wayside horns, crossing closures, and underground crossings.

Click Here for a link to more information about the Quiet Zone including a link to the City Council discussion.

Concept Study For The Grade Separation of Existing At-Grade Pedestrian Crossings

Orange County's Railroad Crossing Safety Enhancement

Rail Safety for Orange County's Communities
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Census 2010
Census 2010 is right around the corner. The City of San Clemente is an official United States Census partner. Be counted. Complete your survey when received in March. The 2010 Census will decide how $300 billion in annual federal funds are awarded to states; shape the future of our community; define our voice in Congress; and, generate local employment opportunities! For more information about the 2010 Census, please go to http://2010.census.gov/2010census/ or call the City of San Clemente at (949) 361-8254. Your participation is appreciated!

Wall of Recognition: Nominations
The City of San Clemente is looking for an outstanding citizen to honor on its Wall of Recognition!

Do you know an outstanding citizen to honor on the 2010 Wall of Recognition? Think of a person who consistently contributes to making our City a better place to live, work, and play. Who do you know who gives their time, energy, and very best to make our lives a bit better?

You are encouraged to nominate that person for this honor by submitting a nomination for recognition on the 2010 Wall of Recognition.

How do you do that? Take a look at the City’s guidelines and qualifications as outlined in the summary policy. We’ll be looking for your nomination! The deadline for submissions is 5:00 p.m., Friday, February 26, 2010 and should be delivered or mailed to Rita DeForrest at 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA 92673.

To obtain further information on the nomination criteria, contact the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Department at 361-8237.
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City Council and Planning Commission TV Replay
Council Meeting Replay
Live Broadcast (First and third Tuesdays of each month at 6:00 p.m.)
Rebroadcast on Thursdays at 2:00 p.m.
Rebroadcast Saturday at noon


Planning Commission Replay
Live Broadcast (First and third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m.)
Rebroadcast on Fridays at 2:00 p.m.
Rebroadcast Sunday at noon


Pardon Our Repairs!
Update 2/1/2010

-W. Avenida Palizada Sidewalk Improvements - Manager, Ben Parker -Estimated Completion Date - February 2010.

-Avenida Caballeros and Avenida Palizada Underpass at I-5 Safe Routes to Schools Sidewalk Improvements – Manager, Ben Parker – Estimated Completion Date -February 2010.

-Pier Repair and Lighting Project – Manager, Amir K. Ilkhanipour -Estimated Completion Date - May 2010.

-Pavement Rehabilitation and Street Construction on Via Bellota - Manager, Zak Ponsen -Estimated Completion Date - February 2010.

-Recycled Water Project - Excavation to locate water lines on Avenida Vista Hermosa between Camino Faro and Via Turqueza – Manager, Amir K. Ilkhanipour -Estimated Completion Date - Mid-February 2010.

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Tuesday 02/16/2010
City Council (TV-Channel 30 and HD-Channel 854)
6:00 p.m. Regular Meeting - City Hall Council Chambers
100 Avenida Presidio
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Wednesday 02/17/2010
Planning Commission Meeting (TV-Channel 30 and HD-Channel 854)
7:00 p.m. - Regular Meeting - Council Chambers
100 Avenida Presidio
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Thursday 03/25/2010
Parent Project ® Keeping Kids Safe
The tougher it gets to be a kid…the tougher it gets to be a parent! It’s time to find help and support. Give us 24 hours. The Parent Project® can change your life!

An award winning program presented by the Orange County Sheriff’s Department, the Parent Project® provides proven strategies for raising today’s adolescents. Topics include strong-willed and problematic behavior, accountability and consequences, parental influence vs. control, improving school performance, family conflict, negative peer associations, drugs, alcohol, running away and violence.

Dates: January 21 – March 25, 2010(Thursdays)
Time: 6:30 - 9:30 pm (First Six Sessions), 6:30 - 8:30 pm (Last 4 Sessions)
Location: San Clemente High School Library, 700 Avenida Pico.
Cost:$60 (couple or single parent) includes 10 classes and parent manual.
  • Fee covers 10 classes and parent manual

  • Scholarships available

  • Register: Call Janet Dunford (949) 361-8386

    Parent Project in Spanish located at Las Palmas Elementary School, 1101 Calle Puente. Register - call Carmen Alvarez (949) 234-5904

    Visit the Parent Project Website at www.parentproject.com

    Friday 04/02/2010
    San Clemente E-Waste Community Event
    The City of San Clemente is sponsoring an e-waste collection event. Unwanted televisions, computer monitors, and other electronic waste will be accepted FREE of charge to all San Clemente residents and businesses.
    San Clemente City Yard, 390 Avenida Pico
    Friday, April 2, 2010
    8:00am to 2:00pm

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    Saturday 04/03/2010
    Saturday, April 3, 2010; 10am-1pm
    San Gorgonio Park
    (2916 Via San Gorgonio)

    It's the great big egg event that you just don't want to miss: Oddly shaped activities, enormous entertainers, and a gathering of things to do that will leave you speechless! Egghunts, unlimited action, plus Little Bo Peep and her herds of sheep, a wandering Path of Random Facts, and the usual indulgences - like pony rides, face painters and other astounding acts of fun! Venture to the park... we promise you a Springtacular you won't forget! Pancake breakfast provided by San Clemente Kiwanis and Key Club will be available for purchase from 9am-12pm. Some activities require a nominal fee. For more information please call (949)361-8264.
    Egg Hunts Make sure to be on time!
    2 Yrs and Under: 11:00 am (Parents and strollers allowed)
    3 Yrs – 4 Yrs: 11:30 am
    5 yrs – 7 Yrs: 12:00 pm
    8 Yrs – 10 Yrs: 12:30 pm

    Saturday 04/10/2010
    Fifth annual GardenFest
    San Clemente Garden Club
    Fifth annual GardenFest
    Saturday, April 10, 2010
    8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
    Held at the San Clemente Community Center, Avenida Del Mar at Calle Seville.
    Admission is free. Families are welcome.
    Highlights include a "funky container contest," a floral design contest, a plant sale, a garden flea market, guest speakers, a Junior Gardeners butterfly plant sale, a "pot a plant" workshop for kids, and master gardeners available to answer questions. Also, a garden-themed art show with San Clemente Artists demonstrating live.
    www.sanclementegardenclub.com
    (949) 492-5518

    Wednesday 04/28/2010
    San Clemente Collaborative General Meeting
    The SCC invites the public to the next General Meeting on April 28, 2010 in the Community Center Auditorium at 7 p.m. The SCC is an alliance of community volunteers and organizations concerned about the human needs affecting San Clemente. Contact Jan Sener, Chair at sccollaborative@gmail.com for more information.

    Saturday 06/05/2010
    2010 Garden Tour
    San Clemente Garden Club
    2010 Garden Tour
    Saturday, June 5, 2010
    10 A.M. to 4 P.M.

    The San Clemente Garden Club presents the 2010 Garden Tour of unique coastal gardeners. This self-guided tour includes distinctively different garden styles where ideas for design, unusual plant material and innovative hardscape provide inspiration for your own garden creations. Proceeds from the tour support the scholarship program and community horticulture projects. Advance tickets are available until May 28 for $25 each. Ticket order forms are available at www.sanclementegardenclub.com For information please contact Mary Mohr at (949) 498-2818 or go4mohr@cox.net.

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