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Talks begin for design of Foster City town center on 15 acres

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Developers conveyed their excitement about a project that is expected to bring senior housing and boutique-style shops to the center of town even as Foster City officials continued to express reservations about major aspects of the development. The Foster City Council and Foster City Planning Commission held a joint meeting on Sept. 20, seating all 10 officials, and discussed the first conceptual site plans for the 15-acres since setting down business terms with a development team earlier this year. Last October, the City Council chose a developer for the site, Foster City Community Partners, which consists of Urban Community Partners, The New Home Company, Merrill Gardens, and Mid Peninsula Housing Coalition. Business terms for the development were approved in February. The 15-acre site is located at the currently-vacant plot of land between Foster City Blvd. and Shell Blvd. next to the Foster City Libraryit has been the site of various proposals over the years, including a controversial high school plan in 2006 and a failed senior housing project in 2008. CONTD: See 15 acres, page 3

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West Nile virus found in dead bird in Foster City

By Alexa Hemken Editor
Amid news that a San Francisco man was diagnosed with West Nile virus in late September, local authorities announced that a Foster City bird was one of four in the county this summer that tested positive for the virus. So far in 2012, four dead birds have tested positive for West Nile virus, announced the San Mateo County Mosquito and Vector Control District on Sept. 26. That includes a redshouldered hawk in Woodside in June, and in August, a mourning dove in Half Moon Bay, a common raven in Redwood City and a double-crested cormorant in Foster City. Also this year, 12 other birds and three squirrels, including a house sparrow in Foster City, tested positive for low-level West Nile virus infections, but these are not considered indicative of recent virus activity, said the MVCD. A San Francisco man was diagnosed with West Nile virus in August, the first locally acquired human case reported in the city since 2005, health officials said on Sept. 25. CONTD: See West Nile, page 2

Bowditch could get preliminary architect this month

By Alexa Hemken Editor
The school board hasnt officially approved plans to replace Bowditch Middle School with a new, modern campus that includes fifth graders, but at an Oct. 18 meeting the school board is scheduled to approve an architect who will come up with a preliminary design for the project. A citizen committee called SCORE, which was

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CONTD from pg. 1 implement an AM/PM Kindergarten schedule in the short-term and the second was to tear down Bowditch Middle School and rebuild its campus with fifth and sixth graders separated from seventh and eighth graders. Superintendent Cynthia Simms has outlined a public outreach timetable for the Bowditch proposal. Business Briefs The superintendents Simms will propose timeline may play into a her timeline at an Oct. 4 Foster City Stocks bond measure that was meetingit calls for two postponed three times in more citizen 1, 2012 to May 24, 2012 span of a year and may For period May committees, the made up of SCORE be placed on the ballot in Electronics educators EFII $15.56 -2.29 members, For Imaging and Nov. 2013. Gilead Sciences GILD $50.62 parents. They would If thats -1.60 the right design present their findings GWRE and people-0.72 supportive in are Guidewire $26.50 February with tentative of it, that would be part of, QuinStreet, Inc QNST $7.96 - 2.55 school board approval in hopefully, a bond, said Sciclone $5.90 -0.09 March. Pharmaceutical SCLN Simms. One committee will Visa V $119.77 -3.21 A Bowditch teardown focusTechnologies exterior on he to cost around Life LIFE is expected-4.30 $42.01 design of the school and $65 million, according to IBM $196.09 -10.99 the other on the kind IBM school district consultants. of programming that will The bond would generate take place. $130 million in revenues

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Gas & Werder Pierbut 4.17 a contract to hand over the lot besideShop, 609 E 4th Ave not the pier itselffor public use. ARCO, 1950 S Delaware St 4.21 On Sept. 25, the supervisors approved transferring the San Mateo Auto & Gas, 1471 E 3rd Ave 4.29 property to Foster Citycurrently, it is fenced off but Beacon, 2300 S El Camino Real 4.33 maintenance costs the county $30,000 annually. The city is calling the area Werder Park, saidSt Arco, 300 S Delaware Parks 4.21 and Recreation Director Kevin Miller at a Sept. 15 Board approves use of seized mo Planning Commission meeting, to avoid confusion that purchase new airplane for Sheri development on the site will include the currently off Cisco Systems, Inc. announced plans to acquire The San Mateo County Board of limits fishing pier. Foster City-based Truviso, approved a request by the sheriff Earlier this year, the City Council approved $25,000 Inc. Founded in 2005, purchase a $700,000 airplane us Truviso is month public for a conceptual design of the site. A six a provider of scalable, real-time network seized during criminal investigations input process for the site could start January, said Miller. data analysis and reporting software. Terms of the meeting. The city is looking to develop the site to include deal were not disclosed. The agency plans to buy a singlepublic uses or concessions, but nothing commercial. For Cessna 206, which will replace an example, improved bathroom facilities or bike rentals for 206, levee users. Foster City-based E2open Werder Pier lot may soon be Cessna Citysan outdated model that has been recognized as Foster too noisy for property. semi-rural s suburban, Commissioner Dan Dyckman said thethe Best Places to Work in the Bay Area for price was right one of according to the sheriff's ofce. for the plot of land and strongly encouraged the city to staging Times* and the 2012 by the *San Francisco Business area by the state for seismic retrofit of thethe new airplane The total cost of present approve its acquisition. San Mateo Bridge. It has remained closed to the$31,013 in addfor the plane, plus public *Silicon Valley/San Jose The fishing pier has not been used since 1996 when Business Journal*. The due to the liability associatedcommunications equipment and hig with the aging structure. it was closed to the public and utilized as provides cloud-based software to manage company an equipment The City Council is scheduled to adopt it in October. cameras. global trading networks. Considered a likely IPO The plane will primarily be u San Mateo County Narcotics Task candidate, E2open has about 330 employees and rather, people contract drug cases earned nearly $60 million inMateo County Health surveillance operations in it revenues in 2011. West Nile aircraft will be made available to any System. through mosquito bites. CONTD from pg. 1 Nationally, 2012 has enforcementover age need of an aer People agency in 50 Foster City-based is SciClone Pharmaceuticals been one of the worst according towithsheriff's ofce. and those the weakened The patient, who Besides systems posted 1st home, had years on million, up immune having been proven to be are recovering atquarter revenues of $39.2 record for the asset for law particularly vulnerable not 81% recently same periodvirus since it arrived in the versus the traveled in 2011 due to growth enforcement, the who United States 13 years ago, to the virus. 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for projects in both San Mateo and Foster City. Simms also said the school board will discuss hiring an architect to review the districts facilities master plan, which could help A large new parking lot for determine which projects patron replace green lawn along Foster are in most need of Foster's Landing Apartments by the e funding. Planning Commissioners unanimo Simms has visited other permit for the parking spaces at the M local middle schools, At the center of the issue is a g including two in San overow parking primarily by patron Carlos, that have fifth to Jewish Community Center (PJCC), t eighth graders. tenants of the North Peninsula Jewi located along Foster City Blvd. The gravel lot can t about 100 cars staff report of the meetingif it were it could t 168. However, the lot is located on the site, which the Foster City Council in April to developers who are seek housing and some retail on that locat The main developer, The New outlined an ambitious plan that aims sale of the land by 2013 and to comple construction between 2015 and 2017. The proposal approved by the Pla will add 159 new spaces and elim spaces leaving a net gain of 155 new be a total of 495 spaces at the NPJC

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15 acres The project is geared as a new, really unique Foster City Library reminds home-bound CONTD from pg. 1 toward people age 55 or neighborhood for Foster City. An official name residents of delivery service older.
for the project will be determined this fall with Council approval, said a By Alexa Hemken spokesman for The New Editor Home Company. Recent cuts planning Foster Citys to public transit Foster Banks, chief, inCurtis City have librarians the meeting kicked off worried about homebound residents' by describing the design ability to check fun part process as the out books. of Theproject. City Library the Foster is one of several in the San Mateo County library sysDevelopers excited tem that offers about project the Homebound Program for people City officials and physically at the meeting developersunable to get to the library. made it a point to proclaim The Homebound the their excitement for Program, which is landscape project, with free, offers Foster City Joe residents who architect Runco, sign up a principal at managing chance to still obtain Library materials, SWA Group, describing it said Alex Perez, circulation manager for the FosThe plans presented at the meeting have changed ter City Library. since they were first We work with them to brought to the Council get a sense the location for instance,of their reading interests and and of some of the land uses would make regular delivand the movement of the eries square from the town and pickups to their homes, the development center ofhe continued. found City to When weFoster out the the Connections service was Boulevard side. being discontinued, we Changes also include thought about for-sale a reduction in members of the community lonresidential units nofrom ger to 196; access to of 200 having an additionthe Library, said Perez. assisted and independent After years of debate by living from 138 to 152; an the Foster retail space addition of City Council over 30,000 to should from whether they 35,600 be funded in light of budand an addition of about get deficits, two feet of 25,000 squarepreviously free space. officeshuttles were eliminated this year. The city announced serRetail, Shell Blvd. vice for the center Conedge atthe Red Line of nections concernsShuttle, which follows dont the same routethe as I see SamTrans relationshipbus 251, and between for the Blue Line our Shell Blvd. and allShuttle, which serves grocery assets, said Planning stores, the Foster City LiCommissioner Noemi brary and other to the Avram, referring community locations would end housing units lining that on June 29. side of the development. The said the shuttles She cost of many citytotaled $235,000 per wide events are held year, although majority near Shell Blvdaat Leo J. of that was paid Park Ryan Memorial through grants and the citys gas the annual Bowditch tax revenues. Middle School graduation Currently, Polynesian ceremony, the about five residents the long and Festival, with Arts term illnesses are signed up for Wine Festival and Fourth the Homebound to name of July festivities,Program, said Perez.

Assistant fire marshall retires

a few. Theres frequently spillover at those events By Shell Blvd. is andAlexa Hemken a public Editor arena for the city, said Avram. The condos After 10 years have of great views for private working for Foster City enjoyment, said service, and 28 in the fire Avram. Thats great, but not at Assistant Fire Marshall the expense of having a Lee Bach retired on June wall instead of having 30. permeability. most wellLee was Planning Commissioner known in the community Bob leading the charge of Werden was for disappointed at the lack the Foster City Community of flowering plum trees, Emergency Response of which he is a long-time Team (CERT), a handsadvocate. on disaster preparedness The tree pulls the training program. city together, involved, I'll still be he said. Flowering Plums have said Lee, who will pink with the program help blossoms in the spring and a new leader. transition to their leaves turn deep burgundy in the CERT has captivated many residents, with more than 650 going through a six-week course offered by the Fire Department since it was launched in six years ago. Bach was tasked by By Alexa Hemken now-retired Fire Chief

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Foster City Public Works director retiring

By Alexa Hemken Two Editor arrested
in Foster City was receiving Ray Towne, Foster City's Public Works to Images pickup truck a copy of of By Alexa Hemken director for seven years, willnear the intersection the book locate a of retire in Fourth Avenue and Grant AmericaFostersuspected of being the City from Editor December and city officials hope to Street at 3:45 p.m. same truck used to chase T. Jack Foster Jr., one of the recruit someone for the position by the The truck's city's driver original the bicyclists. developers, year's end. Police arrested San drove the at inscription, "Foster City looks Two peoplebeen in the engineering vehicle the the suspected with Towne has bicyclists, Mateo residents Jason of chasing two years, including in the forcing one ofup the good work." greatkeep profession for 40 boys on Hernandez-Lopez, 24, bicycles with a pickup In 1999, private sector as an engineerthe juvenile males to jumpTowne was hired as a city assigned off the bicycle before the in and Dian Burton, 31, on truck inon Foster City on San Mateo commercial and engineer and 2005 became the Public to work truck the June 17 in the afternoon Works bike residential developments starting indrove over thedirector. suspicion of assault with and onto the In his currenta deadly weapon an sidewalk, were arrested that day, role, Towne oversees and mid-80s. police said. operating budget of $17 million and were conspiracy. They 33 police said. City is such a unique "Foster The two employees in booked sewer, lagoon Police responded to community," said Towne in a statement victims were the water,into San Mateo Witnesses County reports Sept.,the driver of "it uninjured. that adding that and streets divisions. Jail. in late has been described to a gold pickup truck was department the incident said upon retirement that he Towne a pleasure" to lead his trying to a the bicyclists hopes to relax and have hit hand in shaping officers, leading police for a few months before the city's traveling with his wife. character. Towne said for chasing bicyclists downin the statement that one with pickup truck of the highlights of his time

offered the most detailed summer. observations. Councilman Charlie Perez said he was Bronitksy advocated Cert members and city officials attended a retirement cautiously optimistic, for incorporating solar party for Lee Bach, left, on June 19. but said the retail as part of the project as company chosen by the well as drought-resistant Tom Reaves to start the Mateo fire departments, developer should chief, vegetation. CERT program for Foster which now share a have skin in the game. which Although several City after a grand jury continue to merge, This is very romantic Councilmembers too and report found that few may soona impact Foster salesCERT. said Perez. Planning Commissioners City pitch, residents in the county He said only get better, expressed were trained in concerns disaster It will entertainment and food would be it will about the success of the preparedness. said Bach, adding more successful cities to stores retail was a lot ofproject, It part of the blood, allow both over share selling consumer goods. Councilman Herb Perez sweat and tears, said Bach resources and "bring fresh ideas to the table." of getting the program up and running. Now, this is Bach, a Redwood City the good part. resident, said she looks forward to spending The program now has 21 trainers who are Foster more time with her two daughters, Monica, 9, and City residents and conduct classes. Sofia, 13 and her husband Shell Blvd., Peter. The Foster City and San Foster City. A nameplate dedication requires Editor a $250 donation, which ensures the Foster City officials are searching nameplate in perpetuity. for current or former residents or city Nominees must be current or CONTD from to be honored on the Veterans employees pg. 1 former residents of Foster City or city Honor Wall for $250. employees. architecture for the project. The Veterans Honor Walla fourThe City Council approved by a 3-2 Triton Pointe would be the second phase of the Pilgrim Triton Master Plan to be foot-tall, 50-foot-long cement wall and vote to use $50,000 in city funds for constructedthe plan was approved in 2008 for the 20.75-acre area around Pilgrim a nearby 30-foot-tall flag polehas been the project, with Councilman Charlie St. and Triton Dr. approved to be constructed at Leo J. Bronitsky and Mayor Art Kiesel The first phase of the plan, The Plaza Apartments Foster City next to Taco Bell, is Ryan Memorial Park and is expected opposing it on the grounds that it was currently under construction and is scheduled to be ready for the first residents this to be completed by Memorial Day 2013 fiscally irresponsible during a time of fall. It will feature 300 high-end units, including 20 percent affordable housing, a park next May. budget deficits. and 17,000 square feet of retail. The city announced in Sept. that it For more information, contact Kevin Overall, the plan calls for up to 296,000 square feet of commercial or industrial office is seeking eligible participants to begin Miller at (650) 286-3388 or kmiller@ use, up to 730 residential units and at least one acre of open space. applying at the Recreation Center at 650 fostercity.org.

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What is the most important issue in the upcoming election to you and why?
I think a good president can lead us to peace in foreign affairs, and also bring us more jobs, so that there arent too many people out on the street. Thats important. Another thing is education. Money needs to be put in the right place because kids need the benefits of school. Gina Kuo I guess everyones going to wind up saying the economy and Im no different. It seems like theres so much slack in the labor force right now. Ever since 2008, everything weve tried to do so far hasnt really corrected [the recession]. I graduated in 2008 from college, right when the economy was in a total nosedive. Ever since then Ive been able to find this job or that job, moving around. Kevin Adolf

This is a pivotal election. Military spending is very important. Our current administration has decreased our military defenses and that is the number one purpose of a federal government. On top of that, we should be out there defending Israel. Were not helping them. Jessica M.

I care most about foreign policy. I care about how the candidates look at foreign countries. Its very important to me to elect somebody who really is open to negotiation, not someone whos stubborn and just going in one direction. Michael S.

I dont envy either candidate because the world issues are so huge right now that not one person can solve them. I dont doubt mans desire to solve problems, but I think our problems are bigger than ourselves right now. Joanne M.

Nationally, I think its jobs, as it is with everybody, although that doesnt affect me since Im retired. Locally, Im very pleased with Foster City. Joyce Dick-Peddie (pictured with husband John)

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Hillbarn Outdoes Itself Dear Editor, At last nights opening of their 72nd season, we are overwhelmed by another Hillbarn Theater ambitious offering. Ragtime is an emotion and rollick filled musicalsporting diverse supporting characters from J.P. Morgan and Houdini to Admiral Peary and Booker T. Washington, all woven into an American fable that had our toes tapping and eyes tearing. A talented cast of more than 50 costumed singers and dancers--backed by a live 30-plus number musical scoreall somehow sprang from a remarkable vertical set out onto Foster Citys intimate little stage. The full house sprang up too, for a long standing ovation of this first-rate production of story and songs... for a song. I dont know how they can do it, but neighbors, if you can get tickets, go see Ragtime. Rod and Jean Stewart, Foster City Kerfuffle over Isreal's capital much ado about nothing Dear Editor, Is it just me or was the kerfuffle at the Democratic Convention on Jerusalem as Israel's capital much ado about nothing? I support Israel's declarations supporting Jerusalem as its capital. I favor supportive language in both party platforms. What bothers me is pandering attempts by some in the GOP to turn support for Israel, an issue with overwhelming bipartisan support, into some sort of litmus test or wedge issue. It's just silly. Despite empty promises in every presidential administration since 1967, has the U.S. embassy moved from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem? Has international support for Israel increased? I'd almost say quite the opposite. It's a shell game to pretend who bleeds more "kachol v'lavan." Shame on those who try to make political hay by attempting to divide us. To my friends in the GOP, stop trying to turn support for Israel into a divisive issue! It isn't. American leaders in both parties overwhelmingly support Israel where it counts as do the vast majority of American voters. There are real dangers facing our community from those who delegitimize Israel at every turn, support terrorists who threaten Israelis and Jews the world over, and those who advocate openly for Israel's destruction. Steve Lipman, Foster City

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As youre reading this, Im off to Hawaii with the family. True, my biggest worry once I get there may be which SPF to slather on, or whether I should order a Mai Tai or a Lava Flow. But, you can still feel a little sorry for mewell have our 23-month-old son on our laps during the five and a half hour flight. We thought we were being smart by booking this trip before he turns two, the age at which kids have to have their own seat. We really might regret this. Our little Blond Bomber has been climbing out of his crib for months. And, this is in the dark, half asleep. No telling what hell do wide awake on a flight with some attitude. And something tells me our four-year-old daughter will be kicking the seat in front of her. Its just a lot to ask small kids not to squirm for hours. Yes, we will be those parents others sneer at on flights. I was a sneerer a few short years ago; now Im the guy who will try not to make eye contact with other adults or try to look the part of a tired, beaten-down parent. Thankfully, Im not in this alone. My wife will keep the peace, no doubt. If not, I may tip a Mai Tai early. Since Ill be on Hawaiian time and in an aloha state of mind, it seemed only appropriate that this article be hang loose too. Breed legislationno way Im touching that one today. An animal cruelty

Halloween in Foster Cityas one tradition ends, does another begin?

By Candyce Amaya candyce@lagonian.com
This year, two Foster City Halloween traditions have been cancelled since they first began many years ago, but a new Mad Science-themed event at The Vibe promises to bring lots of family fun. Sixteen years ago, my little superhero and I walked to the Foster City Recreation Center to participate in the Halloween festivities. While Danny and his father played games, entered the costume contest, ate snacks and looked for friends, I worked a booth as a member of the Foster City Mothers Club. We enjoyed this annual event so much that for many years, we still participatedDanny walked his little sister around and I helped man the booths. This is the first year since Ive had children that the event wont happen, following the Parks and Recreation Departments decision to eliminate it. The good news is that The Vibe, Foster Citys teen center run by Parks and Recreation, has chosen to hold a Halloween event as a fund raiser for their organization. The event has a Mad Science theme, and will be an interactive haunted house geared for families with children from toddler age to fifth grade. Other activities include a costume contest, games, arts and crafts, a snack bar, a story time geared for kids in pre-kindergarten to second grade, a spooky story time for kids in third grade and up and family games. CONTD: See Amaya, page 10

He looks nothing like his name suggests, but after a long time with the Peninsula Humane Society, Pavarotti the Chihuahua finally has a new home. story? Way too heavy. Feral cats versus the Audubon Society? The fur would fly on that one, but Ill save it for another day. Right now, I dont want to think. I just want to share a short, sweet story. Pavarottis story. If a dog could look anything less than what his name might suggest, its our guy. The name Pavarotti would suggest a big bear of a dog. A Rottweiler, St. Bernard, Bernese Mountain Dog. Maybe even a Chow Chow or beefy Lab. Not our guy at all. Our Pavarotti is a Chihuahua with a long, skinny neck, spindly legs, oversized, upright ears and falsetto barkdefinitely not a tenor. CONTD: See Chihuahua, page 10

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EFI issues stock buyback After selling its headquarters building in Foster City to Gilead Sciences for $180 million, the board of Electronics for Imaging decided on Sept. 4 to use some of the proceeds for a $100 million stock buyback. EFI plans to stay in the building for another year before relocating elsewhere in the San Francisco Bay area. New store at Hillsdale Mall On Sept. 13, Hillsdale Shopping Center held a grand opening event for Michael Kors it's the first San Mateo County location for the luxury apparel and accessory retailer. Visa moves SF offices to Foster City Visa announced plans to close its headquarters in San Francisco moving about 100 employees back to its Foster City campus by October 1, according to a Sept. 13 BizJournals report. New Foster City coffee shop has soft opening On Sept. 19, Aileen Glasgow, founder of Silicon Valley Women Federation, held a soft opening of her

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Sale of PJCC land approved, but not without controversy

By Alexa Hemken Editor
Councilmembers approved a $20 million deal on Sept. 10 they said included compromises from both the city and the new land owners, but Mayor Art Kiesel called it a "travesty" for Foster City. Kiesel was the only councilman to vote against selling the 11-acre piece of land where the Peninsula Jewish Community Center is locatedthe site stretches from Foster City Blvd. to Shell Blvd. and is also occupied by Wornick Jewish Day School. The North Peninsula Jewish Campus agreed to make a five percent down payment of $1 million and to pay the remaining $19 million over 25 years at a 3.25 percent interest rate. An empty lot in the center of the site is meant for a cultural arts theater that hasn't been built but was required when NPJC first started leasing the property from the city nearly a decade ago. The Council agreed to sale terms with the NPJC in April after two years of negotiations, mediation and threatened litigation. It was approved last night by the City Council on a 4-1 vote. "I'm comfortable with the documents now," said Councilman Herb Perez. Vice Mayor Pam Frisella said that the two years of negotiations had included "a lot of compromises" from both sides. Councilman Steve Okamoto, a retired fundraiser for the American Cancer Society, pointed out that now that the NPJC owned the property, donations to build the cultural arts center could come more easily. Councilman Charlie Bronitsky cited legal fees as a reason to make compromises on the land sale and added that only agreeing to an interest of 5.25 percent would "destroy the relationship" the city has with the NPJC. "This is the proverbial win-win," he said, but added, "This isn't a deal you could get in the market, that is true." He urged the public to "look away from the final dollar amount" and to focus on the effect on the community of the city having a good relationship with the NPJC. Mayor Art Kiesel reiterated that the NPJC has not "lived up to their commitments," including

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building the cultural arts center. "I have no idea if and when it's going to be built." Kiesel was the only "no" vote on the land sale, citing concerns with the financial terms of the deal. He called the rate of 3.25 percent on the loan a "donation" to the NPJC. "I feel a 3.25 percent for the next 25 years is a financial travesty for Foster City." Criticism also came from resident Patrick Sullivan, who ran unsuccessfully for Foster City Council in 2011. Sullivan, a commercial real estate agent, had "major concerns" about the financial terms of the sale, he said at the meeting. "I'm not hearing you

fight for the city," he told the Council, noting the need for revenues at a time of deficits. "Interest should be 5.25 percent," said Sullivan, arguing that 3.25 percent interest on a deal with less than five percent down wouldn't be done by major banks like Wells Fargo or Bank of America, firms that require at least 20 percent down on commercial transactions, he said. Even though it is not contractually obligated, a discount for Foster City residents who join the PJCC will be preserved, confirmed Scott Matlz, vice president of the board for the North Peninsula Jewish Camps.

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Supervisors approve jail funding in budget vote

By Bay City News Wire service
The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors endured a barrage of vocal opposition during a vote on Sept. 25 to approve the $1.8 billion county budget, which included more than $44 million for the first phase of designing and constructing a new county jail. More than 100 members of the public crowded the meeting chambers as well as an overflow area, many of them chanting No jail and carrying signs that read, Cancel the jail money today, and, No more cages. We need jobs, living wages. Public testimony in opposition to the jail lasted for more than two hours and often involved contentious comments directed at the supervisors, some speakers warning that the county risks becoming a pariah in the public eye if plans to construct a new 576-bed jail in Redwood City move forward. Most said that San Mateo County residents would be better served if the board redirected the estimated $160 million it will cost to build a new jail toward crime prevention programs, better education for the countys young people, and community services. Self-described community activist Manuel LaFontaine, of Daly City, attended this mornings meeting to demand that the county explore alternative crime prevention methods and cancel this jail investment. We can find other alternatives instead of investing in a county jail, LaFontaine said. CONTD: See Jail, page 9

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Arata's Pumpkin Farm,185 Verde Rd. in Half Moon Bay Many attractionssuch as a six-acre corn field and pumpkin river, two-acre Minotaur's Labyrinth Hay Maze, a Haunted Barn and Play Land playground for kids, a Children's Train Ride and Petting Zoo. Attractions are $3 - $12. More info at aratapumpkinfarm.com or (650) 726-7548. Lemos Farm,12320 San Mateo Road (Hwy 92) in Half Moon Bay Attractions are $1 - $5, including pumpkin patches, the Scare Zone, Ghost Train and Haunted House. More info at lemosfarm.com/pumpkins.html or (650) 726-2342. Farmer John's Pumpkin Farm, 850 N. Cabrillo Hwy in Half Moon Bay This pumpkin farm features more than 40 different varieties of pumpkins and hosts school field trips, corporate offsites and mothers groups activities. More info at farmerjohnspumpkins.com or (650) 726-4980. ABC Tree Farms & Pick of the Patch, Redwood City and San Carlos These two pumpkin patches offer inflatable fun for children ages 2-12 with different varieties of pumpkins and a memory zone to take pictures of little ones. Inflatable admission prices start at $9 in Redwood City and $10 in San Carlos for the first 30 minutes. More info and the Two for Tuesdays coupon offer at abctreefarms.net.

42nd Annual Art & Pumpkin Festival 2012 Saturday and Sunday, October 13 and 14, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Main St, Half Moon Bay Free admission. More info at miramarevents.com/pumpkinfest. The World Pumpkin Capital of Half Moon Bay celebrates its bountiful fall harvest and autumn splendor with a special display of gigantically enormous champion pumpkins, smashing entertainment and live music and tasty wines and microbrews.

Dracula - A Ballet to Die For Friday, October 26, 7 p.m.; Fox Theatre, 2223 Broadway Street, Redwood City Tickets start at $40/adults; $35/seniors. More info at peninsulaballet.org/ dracula. The Peninsula Ballet Theatre is presents Bruce Steivels thrilling Dracula. Set to the haunting music of Wojciech Kilar, this wildly theatrical and opulent ballet plays out the struggle of Love over Death with exciting drama and dancing for the entire cast. Goblin Walk! Trick-or-Treating Friday, October 26, 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.; 600 to 800 block of Laurel St, San Carlos Free admission; More info at cityofsancarlos.org. Children seven years and younger can wear Halloween costumes and trick or treat at more than 35 Laurel Street businesses. Halloween Spooktakular 2012 Saturday, October 27, noon to 3 p.m.; Red Morton Community Center, 1120 Roosevelt Ave, Redwood City Admission $5/child. More info at redwoodcity.org/parks/spooktakular.htm. Kids will be thrilled at this event, which includes carnival games, a costume parade at 1:30 p.m. and the mysterious Monster Maze. There will also be the opportunity to make creative festive fall crafts, indulge in Transylvania Treats and win prizes! Halloween Haunted Hangar Saturday, October 27, 10 a.m. to noon; Hiller Aviation Museum, 601 Skyway Road, San Carlos Admission is $12/adults, $8/seniors. Under 4 is free. More info at hiller.org. Join the flying witch for a delightful day of flight and fright as the Hiller Aviation Museum hosts its Halloween Haunted Hangar. Explore the Museum's Gallery if you dare to hunt for hidden haunts. Build a creepy craft and join the festivities at the Aerial Carnival. Each days' event ends in smashing style as our flying witch arrives by helicopter to drop her Halloween pumpkin. San Mateo Rotary Halloween Fun Run Sunday, October 28, 9 a.m.; Seal Point Park, 1901 J. Hart Clinton Dr., San Mateo Registration $20/adults, $5/kids event. More info at sanmateorotaryfunrun. com. San Mateo Rotary's second annual 5K/10K run/walk benefits local school scholarships. Awards for all age division winner. All adult finishers receive a t-shirt and goody bag. Kid's run (8 and under) held as well with ribbons for all finishers. Halloween "Spook"tacular Wednesday, October 31, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Hillsdale Mall, 60 31st Ave., San Mateo Admission is free; more info at hillsdale.com. Local children and their families are invited to a thrilling Halloween "Spook"tacular event. Participating stores will hand out treats to costumed children ages 12 and under. Kids will also enjoy performances from Capt'n Jack Spareribs, Twinkie Dee Star face painting, balloon twisting, crafts, cookie decorating and slimy science with Mad Science of the Bay Area. Foster City Haunted House Halloween night Staysail Ct., Foster City Each year, this neighborhood haunted house and tunnel gets more elaborate and technologically advancednow, residents from all parts of town check it out.

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Spirit Store, 286 Hillsdale Mall, San Mateo Often criticized for having a poor selection after October starts, this store is now conveniently located at Hillsdale Mall. At least they offer a 20% off coupon on their website. Diddams, 700 Laurel St, San Carlos This party store sells a wide variety of items you might need for a Halloween party, but also has a selection of costumes for children. Cynthias Costumes & Parties, 1313 Laurel St, San Carlos They specialize not only in imaginative adult and childrens costumes year-round, but they also offer costume rentals. House of Humor, 747 El Camino Real, Redwood City Although they do sell conventional Halloween costumes, they also sell humorous ones as well as items meant to get laughs.

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The average American eats 1.2 lbs. of candy on Halloween, according the US Census Bureauthats the equivalent of 280 M&Ms or 33 funsize Snickers. While dentists and pediatricians have made efforts to warn parents about this sugar overload every year, one nonprofit organization has taken action to incentivize kids to give up some of their lootparticipating dentists with Operation Gratitude help send tens of thousands of care packages to US troops around the world. Some give cash, others give goodies. Marcos & Marcos, San Carlos, (650) 593-9888 Bradley L Parker, San Bruno, (650) 588-4255 Yang Orthodontics, Redwood City, (650) 366-5758 Dr. Urmi Amin, San Carlos, (650) 596-8045 Chang Orthodontics, San Carlos, (650) 598-0888 Bronzini Dental Group, Millbrae, (650) 697-0981 See more local participants at halloweencandybuyback.com.

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Food Reviews
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Kisaku Japanese Restaurant

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Mexquite Mexican Restaurant offers tasty Mexican cuisine in a relaxed, spacious atmosphere. Their complimentary salsa verde tasted absolutely amazing and is made fresh daily. My friend and I ordered the Mexquite Clasico ($9.95), which included your choice of two items with refried beans and rice. I settled on the chicken chimichanga and chicken tamale. Both selections were delicious. The chimichanga was served with a bed of lettuce, pico de gallo, and a dollop of sour cream, which balanced out the fried tortilla. As for my tamale, though I would have liked more chicken, it was still incredibly moist and extremely cheesy. My friend enjoyed her enchilada and chile relleno. The cheesy enchilada was packed with bold flavors from the red sauce. Her only complaint was with chile relleno, which had turned soggy after being slathered with cheese. Nevertheless, the portions were so large my friend and I both had enough left over for another meal. I would come back if I was in the area and craving Mexican food.

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San Mateos Kisaku serves refined, high quality Japanese fare. I ordered the Kisaku Special ($25), which came with an agedashi tofu appetizer, 3-piece California Roll, and my choice of beef teriyaki, tempura, and green tea ice cream. My appetizer had four delectable pieces of deep fried tofu sitting in a delightfully sweet tentsuyu broth. I definitely recommend ordering the tempura, which was exquisitely prepared. The consistency of the batter had just the right amount of crunch and the shrimp tempura tasted exceptionally fresh. Although my beef teriyaki arrived lukewarm, it was still palatable. The tender, juicy beef wasnt overcooked as it usually is at other restaurants. My mom ordered the Chefs Special Sashimi ($28), which had 15 pieces of assorted sashimi. Though the sashimi tasted incredibly fresh, I dont think the quality justified its price. The main downfall was the service and timing in which they brought out our dishes. Its a good thing I shared my order with my mom because we had both finished four of the five courses before her sashimi arrived. Though Kisaku deserves accolades for their cooked Japanese cuisine, Ill return to Hotaru Japanese Restaurant (33 East 3rd Avenue, San Mateo) for a better value.

Above: Enchilada and Chile Relleno

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Sams Chowder House

4210 N Cabrillo Highway, Half Moon Bay (650) 712-0245
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Above: Chimichanga and Tamale

Sams Chowder House boasts authentic New England style seafood with stunning ocean views. I ordered their famous Lobster Roll ($21.95), which was ranked in the top five of The Today Shows Best Sandwiches in America. This signature entre had Maine lobster with butter on a toasted bun and came with chips and coleslaw. Though the lobster roll was well worth the price, I dont think it merits being ranked in the top five nationwide. Still, this roll was loaded with an astoundingly generous amount of fresh lobster meat and came perfectly toasted. My friend ordered the Mixed Top: Lobster Roll. Bottom left: Mixed Field Greens. Field Greens Salad ($7.95) and Bottom right: New England Clam Chowder. a cup of New England Clam Chowder ($6.95). The salads cucumbers, carrots, and radishes came together wonderfully with the lovely lemon-ginger vinaigrette. Sams New England clam chowder was a delightful surprise from the typical heavy, starchy chowder. This chowders light, creamy broth was absolutely delectable and had spoonfuls of succulent little neck clams and smoked bacon in every bite. I will definitely be back for their chowder and fresh seafood.

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I should have followed my instincts and turned around when I walked into this empty restaurant with puppies running around. My creamy Thai Iced Tea ($2.50) was the only tolerable part of my meal. I ordered the Stir Fried Shrimp with Tamarind ($12.95), which was billed as having fried prawns sauted with Thai tamarind sauce, garlic and red onion. This atrocious dish was hastily thrown together and did not have the slightest hint of any tamarind flavor. Rather, it was doused in a generic Top: Stir Fried Shrimp with Tamarind. Bottom sweet and sour dipping sauce that left: Green Curry. Bottom right: Thai Iced Tea. was nauseatingly overwhelming. In addition, it was served on a bed of spoiled, raw spinach. The Green Curry ($11.95) included my choice of duck in a green curry sauce, with coconut milk, zucchini and green beans. Though this dish was not nearly as unsettling as the shrimp entre, it was still disappointing. The curry came in a small bowl and tasted too salty. It also had a pathetic amount of duck, which was mainly composed of fat and skin. Next time, Ill stick with Foster Citys Sweet Basil Thai Cuisine (1473 Beach Park Blvd).

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Arts & Theater

A Chorus Line: A singular sensation

By Sophia Ho Arts correspondent
Broadway By the Bays A Chorus Line directed by Amanda Folena has the appeal of an indie movie. Going in, my only impression of the show was a kick line dancing to One in top hats and tails, but I was pleasantly surprised by the story and themes. The set could not have been more simple: a bare stage with black panels that reverse to mirrors. The economy of scenes, costumes, and sets leave all the drama to the cast of quirky characters. Set in the 1970s, the show tells the story of a group of 17 dancers auditioning for 8 spots in a Broadway musical. As part of the rigorous process, the demanding director wants the dancers to reveal more about themselves. At first the dancers find themselves uncomfortable with this unconventional method but they need the work so they bare their souls. We learn about troubled childhoods, sexual discovery, professional rejection, fading dreams. Though the script lends itself to an ensemble cast, I found myself rooting for some standout performers. We first see director Zach, played by Tim Reynolds, calling out elaborate combinations

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Hillbarns Ragtime: An Embarrassment of Riches

By Sophia Ho Arts correspondent
Ragtime may seem like an odd choice for the tiny theater, but leave it to Hillbarn to pull off this ambitious threehour show based on E L. Doctorows novel. Director Foster managed to squeeze the 52-member cast onto the stage where they received a deafening standing ovation from the astounded audience Friday evening, September 15. Where do I begin? With a talented cast directed by Lee Foster, impressive musical direction by Greg Sudmeier, stylish choreography by Jayne Zaban, ingenius sets by Robert Broadfoot, Ragtime is an embarrassment of riches. Broadfoots two-story set allowed actors to appear upstairs and downstairs simultaneously. This adds to the rich multi-layered tableau that Foster weaves. Add a flight of stairs on casters and a piano skeleton (also on casters) and Broadfoots set transforms into a multitude of locations, including the exterior of the house at New Rochelle, Admiral Pearys ship, the interior of the house at New Rochelle, a bar in Harlem and the Morgan Library. Although cameo appearances by so many historical figures, such as Harry Houdini, Henry Ford, J. P. Morgan, Helen LaRoches passionate anarchist Emma Goldman, Amie Shapiros

to the harried dancers on stage. With his commanding voice and no-nonsense efficiency, Reynolds had me stressing out! Reynolds conducts much of the audition from the back of the theater as an omniscient voice. Later, his voice becomes soothing and gently probing as a therapists. Although the opening dance number seemed to CONTD: See Chorus, page 9

adorable showgirl Evelyn Nesbit (whee!) and Max Williams strong leader Booker T. Washington, were a bit confusing, once Mother discovers the abandoned baby in her garden, were hooked. The play follows three main storylines at the turn of the 20th century when civil unrest in America was boiling over: upperclass suburbanite Mother and her family; AfricanCONTD: See Ragtime, page 9
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Local artist presents students work

Luz Fine Art Gallery at Edgewater Place Shopping Center celebrated the opening of its Fall 2012 Student Painting Show with a party Friday evening, September 22. The exhibit includes over 30 oil paintings by Luzs private students ages 8 to 60. The party was in full swing with about fifty guests crowded into the intimate gallery, enjoying drinks and appetizers. Gallery owner Luz Maria Hartley, a Chilean fine artist, focuses on landscape, seascape, and cityscape. Her subject matter includes international landmarks, such as the canals of Venice, Italy; the Thames of London; the Andes in Torres del Paine, Chile; as well as local favorites, such as San Franciscos Golden Gate Bridge, Carmels coast, and Foster Citys own lagoons. In 1981, Luz created a series of paintings featuring the local waterfront for the Foster City Chamber of Commerce. You may have seen limited edition prints of Shell Bridge and The Islands in Foster City homes or commercial buildings. With the insistence of a doting parent, Luz encouraged me to partake in the buffet of international finger foods, including lavash, falafel, egg rolls, potstickers and baklava. Throughout my visit, Luz beamed quietly as a proud mother hen. Aside from steering me occasionally to a particular student, she stayed in the background as her students sang her praises. Luz helps me a lot with mixing colors, which is very difficult, said Shikha Avancha. The 14-year-old, who attends Crystal Springs Upland School, submitted her Golden
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Above: Aykut Yararbas made the Haydarpasha train station the subject of his latest painting. Left: May Tang shows her first painting.

Shikha Avancha's next piece features gondolas in Venice. Gate Bridge to an art competition celebrating the 75th anniversary of the bridge and won first prize. Beginner May Tang described Luzs method: She asked me, What would you like to paint? I said I wanted to paint people so Luz took out a book, and I picked a picture to paint. This reminded me that in college, my art history professor explained that many artists, including Degas, Van Gogh, and Picasso, learned by copying masterpieces. In copying, youre forced to figure out how the master achieved his results. Of course mine doesnt look exactly like the original, said Tang about her Girl by the Shore. If you dont want to use the work of another artist, Luzs students also copy from photographs. Shawn McLaughlin took a photograph of his children to create Siblings in the Woods. However, he doesnt simply copy, he adds an Impressionist style to the leaves on the tree. More seasoned student Aykut Yararbas has been painting with Luz for three years now. He explained that with each painting, he works on a new skill. His painting Haydarpasha - Istanbul Train Station, focuses on light and perspective. He shows this through the light peeking through the gray sky above the enormous building and the light reflected in the green water below. Other paintings worth seeing include 8-year-old Gracie Lis colorful bird King Fisher, Junko Ikeuchis tranquil Nikko and Keiko Kamedas dramatic still life Rose. The student art exhibit is open to the public at 969H-1 Edgewater Blvd. until Friday, October 5. For more information about Luz, visit luzfineart.com.

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Man arrested in attempted kidnapping of Arts & Theater 9-year-old from San Mateo school
Sgt. Dave Norris said. Horrall and reported Police believe Mrozek offering alcohol to assaulted the girl at students at Bayside STEM Parkside Being a Girl Academy. Kirkpatrick School of Dance kickedshortly before from my favorite number, San first of police have in 2:45 p.m. andFlower Drum Song, choreographed into Mateo six shows transported Mrozek was booked by off the its annual arrested a on Thursday evening,a June distance away San Francisco her short Angela Torres. Later, Torres creativity San Mateo County Jail on production man on suspicion of an shined Cats. of large-class 22, with the teachers dancing from sultry school inagain insuspicion Her kidnapping in a the attempting to abduct a with divides the girls jazz and hip-hop rendition ofattemptAll numbers, where sheintent to commit a And to isolate her, 9-year-old girl from an Norris said. sexual assault, assault That Jazz from Chicago. 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This dancers in baseball jerseys tapping the incident at Parkside The attack was quickly Anyone with years theme On Broadway included to What a Game! from Ragtime, Elementary School and linked to two other information about these classic musicals, such as Fiddler on the choreographed by Foster Citynative to two prior incidents at incidents the same day, incidents should notify Roof and West Side Story, as well as Alanna Haselbach, who had the Horrall Elementary and in which a stranger was the San Mateo police at modern productions, such as Mama Mia audience chuckling when the dancers Bayside STEM Academy, escorted away from (650) 533-7700. pantomimed tobacco spitting. and Wicked. Other fun numbers included jazz The shows are the schools year-end Chorus plastic she the cast emerges, decked dancers sporting pink satin jackets in recitals. 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Mountain lion spotted walking near San Carlos apartment complex

A mountain lion was seen near a San Carlos park on the evening of Sept. 21, according to San Mateo County Emergency Services officials. The big cat was spotted in the 400 block of Portofino Drive near Heather Park around 6 p.m. The sighing was reported to police at around 1 p.m., emergency officials said. Photo credit: Jessie Cosentino The mountain lion was seen walking down the street close to an apartment complex, officials said. Any other sightings should be reported to police. If a mountain lion is spotted, people are advised not to approach it. Other tips to stay safe around the animals include keeping small children away and making noise and trying to look bigger by waving arms and throwing rocks or other objects rather than running away. For more information about mountain lions, visit keepmewild.org.

Kirkpatricks School of Dance Presents On Broadway

By Bay City News Wire service

Ragtime

Mother, is aristocratic, Toussaints fresh-faced vulnerable and American Ragtime and humorous Little Boy; compassionate. Martins musician Coalhouse the Harlem Ensemble, clear rich voice shines Walker, his love Sarah, including Gary Stanford, throughout the play, and their baby; and Jr., Kevin Stanford, Kyra especially in her solos Jewish immigrant Tateh Bowser and Andreya Goodbye My Love and and his daughter. Dodson, who draw us in What Kind of Woman? The heart of the play every time they swagger Mother changes so tells the social injustice onto the stage. much that she ends up Coalhouse suffers. The play ends on falling for Tateh, whose Carmichael Blankenship, a positive note with story tells the plight of as Coalhouse, charms us Mother and Tateh raising the European immigrants with his smooth singing Coalhouses son. Foster who came seeking the and dancing. Blankenship shares this positive American Dream only to goes from free-wheeling outlook: Every day the find themselves earning musician to family man to message of this show low wages in factories. bitter vigilante. rings out to me that Ultimately, Goldman Coalhouses story the American Dream is leads some of these affects Mothers family. alive, but cautions, Its workers to strike. In the Sheltered from the civil easy to hold ourselves first act, Tyler Bennetts unrest, Mother starts off to high standards in Tateh is so moving that simply showing mercy by times of prosperity, but I find myself tearing up taking in Sarah and her much harder in times of every time he appears on baby. After embracing uncertainty. So more than stage. Thank goodness his the changes in her ever we need . . . respectful luck changes in the second household and witnessing dialogue at all times, act! the injustices suffered Other by Coalhouses family, Junior Express team members performed performances the finale. Left conflict. "Hairspray" in especially in to right (back worth mentioning: Leslie Mother finds herself row): Alexandra Norton, Lauryn McKean, Mariah Barbaro and Ragtime ran through Danay Barden; (middle Sunday, September 23. Ivys Sarah, featuring an growing irritated with her Vollbrecht and Sophia McMaster; (front row): Lily Scearce row): Katie Rotoli, Megan Hillbarns Death Trap emotional rendition of husbands complacency. and Phoebe Lau. opens October 19. Your Daddys Son; Jon AnnMarie Martin, as

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said the entire adult immigrants and school system could be undereducated adults destroyed by changes -- forge better lives for themselves and more in the state budget and Hundreds rallied successful futures for their school funding. outside a school for adults "Adult school funds children. in San Mateo on June can now be used for "In the moment when 12, hoping to preserve other programs, and Gov. adult schools are most state funding for adult needed, we have to be Brown's current budget education programs that there," Harper said. proposal includes a new remain under threat if Rep. Jackie Speier, funding formula that the governor's budget is D-San Mateo, whose would eliminate dedicated approved. funding for adult schools mother taught in the San Students, teachers Mateo adult education entirely," Teshara said. and education advocates system for more than 40 Adult students carried gathered in the sun years, said state legislators signs that read: "I Need outside the San Mateo need to "keep their hands English, Please Help Me," Adult School, protesting and "I Am a Mom, Help off adult education proposed changes at the programs in California." Me Help My Children." state level that could allow "We need an educated Bob Harper, director Clifton siphon school districts to Melton Schreiber population, and the of Campbell Adult and Died Aug. 12, money away from adult2012 adult school makes that Community Education Clifton Schreiber, for the Campbell Union 96, passed away peacefully with most of said.family schools depending on happen," Speier his gathered around. He is survived by District, of 67"Adult Marjorie Norene his wife years, other needs. High School education Schreiber and San Mateo Adult School their seven children. Born in Brownsville, Texas he spoke isn't dispensable, it's said that adult programs Spanish and claimed topeoplecrossed paths with Pancho Villa as asaid. director Larry Teshara indispensable," she young help have -- especially boy. He served in World War II in the Army Air Corps as a flight instrument panel technician. In for public's help in began farming. In 1962, he and his family moved to Coroner asks1945, he married and identifying man killed on Caltrain tracks San Mateo, Calif. where he worked as a custodian with the Foster City School District identification, and about 130 pounds. He By Bay City News Service as any of the most respected and well-liked employees. In and retired 20 years later one an extensive search of had brown eyes, a gray Wire Service new passion became his obsession: metal-detecting. He would leave the retirement, a fingerprint databases moustache and gray and house every morning with a sack lunch as if going to work and would return home with The San Mateo County -- including the DMV, silver hair that was cut in pockets bulging. In the evenings, he would indulge his second passion, embroidery. coroner is asking for the a flat-top. criminal records and public's help in identifying Ames U.S. military -- have He was last seen Mary Elizabeth the a man whoApril 4, 1925 - Sept. 13,yielded any results, was killed on not 2012 wearing a black Fumagalli Caltrain tracks passed away peacefully in San Mateo. pea coat, born Old Ancon, Foucrault said. Mary in San She was an in Navy Mateo on June 22. Canal Zone and was married to Esthel Sandy Ames shortThe victim was riding button-down black for 63 Panama The victim wasand they lived in Foster City for over 40sleeve shirt, receivedOld a "Go-Go Pride Mobility" years, struck years. Mary black her by a southbound the University of Washington and was on the pants, black socks scooter when he was Navy womens swimming BA from train at the East Fifth Avenue and past-timesshe could and softball teams. Watching struck, was one of Marys favorite black leather shoes. sports Foucrault said. track you the highs and lows of almost every team in the Bay Area as well as individual Anyone who might have The serial numbers on give crossing at about 4:45 p.m., Coroner players and golfers. She workedbeenseveral airlines, which allowed the scooter had information about the swimmers, tennis Robert for Foucrault said. to explore all the continents. Mary was Past President of the SF is asked scratched off. victim or the case Interline her and Sandy The man, who was to contact the San Mateo The man was described Club and enjoyed years of camaraderie with the Airport Secretaries Group. Mary and approximately 60travelers and never missed an feet 5 as white, around 5 opportunity to explore a new city at County coroner's office or Sandy were avid to 75 years old,unique souvenirs while on one ofand weighing (650) inches tall their many adventures. 312-5562. shop for was not carrying By Bay City News Service Wire Service

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Constance Winifred Oller Aug. 17, 1921 - Sept. 7, 2012 Connie, as most friends and family knew her, passed away peacefully at age 91. Originally from San Francisco, she was a registered nurse. She lived in Foster City. Connie was married to the late George Oller for many years. While married, she loved to travel and loved having big parties for family and friends. In her later years, she enjoyed going to plays, shows and other events. She also enjoyed staying home playing cards with her friends. She spent her time talking and being with others. She always had a kind word to say about people around her, as well as those not present. She will be missed tremendously by all. Connie was the last of six siblings, brothers Hammond, John and Larry Anderson. Sisters Helen Waldron and Louise Thulander. Not having any children, she loved being Aunt Connie to all her nieces and nephews. Charles Rodoni Aug. 3, 1925 - Sept. 10, 2012 Charles Bud Rodoni was a Foster City resident and devoted husband for 60 years to Tosca Rodoni. He was a wonderful father to Ron, Janet (Robert) and Lisa; adoring grandpa to Janelle, Jennifer, Robert, Ryan and Karlie; great-grandpa to Briley and Leah. Bud was born in San Anselmo, Calif. Some of his fondest memories were of his service in the Navy during WWII, where he acquired traits which he carried throughout his life of loyalty, dedication, commitment and hard work. He worked for Foodville for more than 30 years. He was an avid sports fan, especially for his favorite teams the Giants and 49ers. Bud was passionate about horse racing and frequented Bay Meadows. He also loved attending Bingo with his wife.

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activities, a clean environment, a highquality diet and immediate attention for any health issues. I should also point out that Pavarotti spent several months with dedicated foster parents; because of this, he might not look familiar to frequent visitors to our Center for Compassion this summer. Our foster parents said their goodbyes and will likely be ready for their next project soon. Its what they do. We count our blessings that we have such angels for the animals. Just thinking about Pavarotti in his new home makes me relaxed ready

for the Islands. To Pavarottis foster parents, our staff and volunteers who kept him healthy and happy and his new familymahalo! And to those of you who looking for a companion, please dont hurry past the dogs who have been with us a long time. In fact, wed love for you to take a closer look. Were celebrating one year in our Center for Compassionso please visit our website to see why our new Burlingame home is the cats pajamas at www.PHS-SPCA.org Scott Delucchi is a San Mateo County native who joined PHS/SPCA in 1998.
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Explorers academy kicks off

By Alexa Hemken Editor
Putting out fires, handling firearms, learning to administer CPRthose are some of the topics local teenagers will be exploring in a nine-week course this fall led by a Foster City police officer. That's not to say the 51 students enrolled in the 75th Police Explorer Academy won't also learn about less thrilling subjects important to law enforcement, such report writing, traffic and criminal law and the ins-and-outs of administration. The Academy kicked off on Sunday, Sept. 23, and will prepare the students, aged 15 to 20, to participate in local agencies' Explorer programsin Foster City, there are currently nine explorers that go on ride-a-longs with officers and support police at city-wide events such as the Arts and Wine Festival and Fourth of July festivities. This year, Foster City police Officer Rosemerry Blankswade is the lead coordinator along with assistant coordinatorsSan Mateo police Detective Laura Sharp and Redwood City police Officer Diana Villegas. The first day started with two hours of physical drillsintense enough to cause one student to vomitfollowed by a course on the history of law enforcement from South San Francisco Police Chief Mike Massoni. After a lecture about arson and fire safety from Menlo Park firefighter Martin Mijangos, as well as a hands-on lesson about putting out fires with extinguishers, recruits participated in a search-and-rescue simulation. Two students put on firefighter gear, including real air tanks and masks filled with paper towels to mimic diminished vision from smoke. Desks were adjusted in the classroom to create obstacles to the fire victim in the corner of the room. The students did eventually reach the victim, though shortly after they started dragging him to safety, the "pucker factor" set intheir air tanks started running out of airand the two they had to make the difficult choice of leaving the victim in order to save themselves. Most explorers don't go on to pursue careers in law enforcement, said Blankswade, the Foster City officer coordinating the Academy this year. She herself is an explorer graduateat 16, she went through the academy as part of the Half Moon Bay Police with the goal of fulfilling mandatory volunteer work at her school. It led her to change her career goal from cosmetology to law enforcement. She was hired by Foster City police in 2007 after putting herself through the police academy and for the last three years has been involved as adviser to the department's small but growing explorer program. "This is definitely where my heart and passion is," she said. "It wasn't as hard as going to be ," said Nicci Kinghayen, 16, of Foster City on the first day of the academy. "I like the classroom work better, but that's just me." "The physical training partI'll live through," she laughed. The course takes place every Sunday at the College of San Mateo Police Academy.

On the first day of the 75th Police Explorer Academy, two students simulated the search-and-rescue of a victim in a burning buildingthe teens were equipped with real air tanks and their masks were filled with paper towels to mimic smoke from a fire. After less than 15 minutes, the students reported being exhausted from the conditions, which didnt include other realities of real fires, said Menlo Park firefighter Martin Mijangos.

Foster City police Officer Rosemerry Blankswade, center, is the lead coordinator in this falls Explorers Academy.

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Students lined up to learn how to operate a fire extinguisher.

Foster City man facing life in prison over sexual child abuse accusations
By Alexa Hemken Editor
A 56-year-old Foster City resident who lives next to a school has pleaded not guilty to 22 felony counts of sexual abuse of minors, one count of providing marijuana to a minor and one count of dissuading a witness who is the victim of a crime. Geoffrey Baggett was arrested in Foster City on July 18 after to Brewer Island a warrant was Elementary issued for his School. arrest two days There were earlier, records two victims in show. the case, both At a July 19 family members, hearing, San said Chief Mateo County Deputy District Superior Court Attorney Karen Judge Elizabeth Guidotti, adding Hill did not allow that his arrest Baggett bail for Baggett, came after other whose home is in a family members notified housing complex adjacent police. Guidotti said investigators do not believe there are more victims. The abuse of one girl started when she was seven years old in 2000 and ended when she was 15 years old in 2009. The other victim, a 9-year-old girl, was abused in April of this year, said Guidotti. The abuse occurred in Baggett's Foster City home. He entered a not guilty plea to all counts at an Aug. 8 hearing. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for Oct. 4. He could potentially be punished with a life term in prison, said Guidotti. The child abuse charges include sexual intercourse with a child 10 years old or younger, sexual penetration with a foreign object with a child under 16 and lewd or lascivious acts with a child and oral copulation with force or violence. According to Baggett's Facebook profile, he has been an IT director at Cambria Corporation since 1995 and is originally from Huntsville, Alabama. He has lived in Foster City since at least 1991. Baggetts listed attorney, Richard Keyes, did not return a request for comment.

Caltrain receives $40 million in state funds to begin modernization project

Caltrain received nearly $40 million in state funds to pay for the first phase of modernizing and electrifying the popular Peninsula rail system on Sept. 27. Transit advocates, regional politicians and Caltrain officials gathered at Millbrae Station to celebrate the decision of the California Transportation Commission, which approved the release of $39.8 million for advancing the Caltrain Modernization Program. The initial influx of state money will help pay for installing an advanced signal system that will allow more trains to run per hour per day. The advanced signal system and additional trains will accommodate a growing demand for daily rail service in the region, while preparing the Caltrain right-of-way between San Jose and San Francisco to eventually coexist with high-speed trains. This is a turning point in the history of Caltrain," U.S. Rep. Jackie Speier said today. "From this point forward, change will accelerate so that by 2019, we will have an ultramodern electric train system to serve our 21st Century economy." Speier referred to the modernized trains as "brainiacs," because computerized

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locomotives will operate with the signaling system to prevent train-to-train collisions, enforce speed restrictions and improve the overall safety of the transit system. Assemblyman Jerry Hill agreed that the modernized Caltrain system will offer a safer, quieter, and more environmentally friendly alternative to the current dieselpowered system, while potentially taking thousands of driving commuters off congested roadways. "This project will take cars off the road, create local jobs, lead to more frequent Caltrain service and reduce emissions," Hill said. Joining Hill and Speier at this morning's ceremony were Assemblywoman Fiona Ma, state Sen. Leland Yee, Caltrain Joint Powers Board President and San Mateo County Supervisor Adrienne Tissier, and San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Board Chairman Tom Nolan. In May, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission approved a memorandum of understanding with the California High-Speed Rail Authority to provide a total of $1.5 billion toward modernizing Caltrain and preparing the corridor for a blended rail system. Work on the advanced signal system is an essential first step in the electrification of the Caltrain system, which is expected to be finished in 2019.

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The Lagonian October 2012

Foster City Police Blotter

Source: Foster City Police Department Daily Media Bulletin. This is not a complete list of all incidents for the month.

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BB gun fired: Tuesday, Aug. 28, 12:27 p.m. Occurred on East Court Ln. Two landscaping employees report that they were hit by a BB or pellet while working. A suspect was located and BB rifle was confiscated. A juvenile was arrested and released to a parent. Assist: Thursday, Aug. 30, 4:40 p.m. Occurred on East Court Ln. A person reports a neighbor is outside screaming at his wife and child again. Auto burglary: Thursday, Sept. 6, 7:37 p.m. Occurred at Foster City Athletic Club on Chess Dr. A person reports her friend's vehicle was broken into via the driver's window being smashed. A computer and purse were taken and Costco called the victim to advise that someone had opened up a membership account in her name. Costco reported that a 34-year-old Hispanic female, 5'4, 160 lbs. and a white male, 6'1, with light brown hair tried to purchase $2,000 worth of jewelry and left the store with the items. Drunk in public: Saturday, Sept. 8, 2:03 a.m. Occurred at Crowne Plaza on Chess Dr. A person reports a fight in the lobby between two males and the security staff. A 27-year-old Hawaii resident was arrested for being drunk in public. Shoplifting: Friday, Sept. 14, 2:51 p.m. Occurred at Safeway Supermarket on E. Hillsdale Blvd. An employee reported to the store manager that two black females were observed by a customer putting items in a bag and leaving without paying. Police contacted the subjects and determined no crime occurred. Citizen assist: Saturday, Sept. 15, 10:07 a.m. Occurred at Windsurfer Park on E. Third Ave. A person reports that a white male, 6'10, with brown hair wearing a baseball hat, white t-shirt, who is running along the pedway toward San Mateo deliberately knocked over a refreshment table after expressing extreme dislike for its placement. Police contacted and admonished the subject. Unlocked gym: Monday, Sept. 17, 5:50 a.m. Occurred at the Peninsula Jewish Community Center on Foster City Blvd. A person reports that the PJCC is closed for a holiday, but all of the doors are open and people are working out without employees on scene. Suspicious: Wednesday, Sept. 19, 9:57 a.m. Occurred on E. Third Ave. and Foster City Blvd. A community service officer observes a subject who appears to be videotaping the SFO landing area from the levee pedway. Police contacted the subject, who was a first time visitor taking photos of the bay. Petty theft: Thursday, Sept. 20, 1:11 p.m. Occurred on E. Third Ave. A person reports a lost Apple iPhone 4S with a black and red case. Petty theft: Saturday, Sept. 22, 2:47 p.m. Occurred on Metro Center Blvd. Police receive a second hand report of a purse theft. It was located and missing $70 in cash. Disturbance: Sunday, Sept. 23, 7:12 p.m. Occurred on Chess Dr. A person requests that an officer remove her "out of control" juvenile son from her place of business. The juvenile was last seen 10 minutes ago throwing a camera into the hallway. Incorrigible juvenile: Monday, Sept. 24, 8:47 a.m. Occurred on Chess Dr. A 16-year-old is at an office refusing to go to school. Police take an informational report to document the situation. Auto burglary: Tuesday, Sept. 18, 4:33 p.m. Occurred on Foster City Blvd. A person reports that the window on his camper was forced open at some point during the past two weeks, and a vehicle battery and miscellaneous items were stolen. Missing person: Wednesday, Sept. 19, 1:13 p.m. Occurred on E. Hillsdale Blvd. A person reports that his grandmother has walked away from the residence. Police located the subject at the Miramar Apartment office. Harassing phone calls: Wednesday, Sept. 19, 5:50 p.m. Occurred on Matsonia Dr. A person reports receiving a threatening message on the answering machine. It was determined to be a prank call from a juvenile. Suspicious person: Saturday, Sept. 22, 10:36 p.m. Occurred at Flying Cloud Isle. A person reports seeing a subject with dark wavy hair loitering. Suspicious circumstance: Monday, Sept. 24, 8:20 p.m. Occurred on Constitution Dr. A person reports that she's arrived home to find her front door completely open.

Suspicious person: Sunday, Sept. 23, 8:28 p.m. Occurred on Beach Park Blvd. A person reports a Hispanic or white male with a shaved head, jacket with a hoodie and backpack who is riding a bicycle and going through residents' garbage cans. The subject appears to have forced entry and is now in the clubhouse at the pool. Police conduct a probation search and interview the subject. Teacher: Monday, Sept. 24, 8 p.m. Occurred on Tarpon St. A person feels his son's teacher's hands-on approach is inappropriate.

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Disturbance: Tuesday, Aug. 28, 1:10 p.m. Occurred on Shell Blvd. A person is worried that an argument will escalate between a white female in her 30s with sandy blonde hair and subjects with Obama signs. Bad driver: Tuesday, Sept. 4, 5:29 p.m. Occurred at Catamaran St. and Marlin Ave. A person reports an Asian female driver in a white, newer-model Mercedes who failed to yield the rightof-way when he was in the crosswalk. DUI with hit-and-run: Saturday, Sept. 1, 2:59 a.m. Occurred at Cutter St. and Beach Park Blvd. A 30-year-old woman was arrested for DUI and hit-and-run of a parked vehicle. Citizen assist: Thursday, Sept. 13, 5:59 p.m. Occurred on Shell Blvd. A person requested a drive-by and walk-thru due to juveniles loitering in the parking lot behind the preschool. Lost property: Monday, Sept. 17, 6:04 p.m. Occurred on Catamaran. A person reports that she lost her platinum diamond wedding ring the day before between 9 a.m. and 10 a.m.

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Welfare: Monday, Sept. 3, 10:01 p.m. Occurred on Widgeon St. A person requests a welfare check on her daughter because her ex-husband failed to return her per their child custody order. Police determine each parent interprets the court order differently and the child checks fine. Las Vegas theft: Monday, Sept. 17, 1:08 p.m. Occurred on Surfbird Isle. A person reports that her wallet was lost at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas and someone charged items to her Neiman Marcus account. Suspicious circumstances: Sept. 20, 5:25 p.m. Occurred on Turnstone Ct. A person heard four loud bangs. Welfare Check: Saturday, Sept. 22, 8:46 a.m. Occurred at Curlew Ct. and Crane Ave. A person reports a black male wearing a baseball cap, black clothing and a gray hoodie walking along Crane who appears to be intoxicated. Police determine there is no merit to the subject being intoxicated. Citizens assist: Saturday, Sept. 22, 11:48 a.m. Occurred on Grebe St. A person reports that 15 minutes earlier, his dog startled an Asian female, who fell and may have minor scrapes. Citizen assist: Saturday, Sept. 22, 6:49 p.m. Occurred on Eagle Ln. A person reports that a male subject yelled at her, followed her and took photos of her after her dog defecated on his lawn. Vandalism: Sunday, Sept. 23, 8:21 a.m. Occurred on Ketch Ct. A resident reports that a basketball court was covered in toilet paper and that there was broken glass on the court and throughout the area. Vandalism: Sunday, Sept. 23, 12:14 p.m. Occurred on Shearwater Isle. A five-ton truck is blocking the sidewalk for the third day in a row. Police issue a parking citation.

Neighborhood 5
Missing juvenile: Thursday, Sept. 13, 9:36 p.m. Occurred on De Soto Ln. A person reports that her 14-year-old daughter did not come home. The subject was found by a nearby police department, returned home and checked fine. Marijuana: Wednesday, Sept. 19, 4:27 p.m. Occurred at Charter Square on Shell Blvd. Police receive a third hand report of juveniles loitering next to the preschool with the strong odor of marijuana emanating from the group. Police conducted a field interview.

Neighborhood 7
Suspicious: Tuesday, Aug. 28, 12:40 p.m. Occurred on Martinique Ln. A man reports that an acquaintance solicited him for a loan back in March and he feels the subject is a "con artist." DUI accident: Friday, Sept. 7, 11:26 p.m. Occurred on Timberhead Ln. A person reports that a white coupe collided with a light pole after jumping the curb and driving across the grass. A 32-year-old Redwood City man was arrested for drunk driving, hit-and-run and driving with a suspended license. Vandalism: Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2:50 p.m. Occurred on Saint Kitts Ln. A person reports that his vehicle was egged at some point in the last five days. Petty theft: Sunday, Sept. 23, 5:48 p.m. Occurred on Trinidad Ln. Police took a case for petty theft of a backpack from an unlocked vehicle.

Neighborhood 8
Soliciting without a permit: Friday, Aug. 31, 5:25 p.m. Occurred on Laguna Circle. A person reports that a man, described as white and in his 50s wearing a blue baseball cap, blue t-shirt and tan shorts, came to her door asking to aerate her lawn. When she declined, he asked her for cash for gas. Police contacted and admonished the subject. Arson: Saturday, Sept. 1, 5:36 p.m. Occurred at Boothbay Park on Boothbay Ave. Police receive a report of debris on the tennis courts and what appears to be an attempt at setting the net on fire. Possession of alcohol in a vehicle: Saturday, Sept. 1, 12:03 a.m. Occurred at Boothbay Ave. and Edgewater Blvd. A juvenile was cited and released for minor in possession of alcohol and minor with a blood alcohol level over 0.5. A second juvenile was cited and released for minor in possession of alcohol and loaning a vehicle to an unlicensed driver. Petty theft: Friday, Sept. 7, 7:03 p.m. Occurred on Rock Harbor Ln. A person reports a rear license plate taken sometime the night before.

Neighborhood 3
Suspicious: Wednesday, Aug. 29, 8:13 a.m. Occurred on Haddock St. and Halibut St. A person reports a male subject wearing a backpack is chasing a female down Haddock St. The person refused to stay on the line to provide further information but later said it was a verbal dispute only. An extensive area search by police yielded negative results. Residential burglary: Thursday, Aug. 30, 5:28 p.m. Occurred on Swordfish. A person reports that his residence was burglarized sometime between 10 a.m. and 3:20 p.m. Police determined that it was an interrupted burglary at 2:30 p.m. Entry was made by kicking the front door and jewelry, a electronics were taken. Juvenile loses cell phone privileges: Tuesday, Sept. 4, 12:03 a.m. Occurred on Sail Fish Isle. A person reports that his 16-year-old son left the home on foot 30 minutes previously after he took his son's cell phone away. The juvenile was found sleeping in the car in the driveway in the morning and was admonished by police. Harassing phone calls: Tuesday, Sept. 4, 6:25 p.m. Occurred on Albacore Ln. A person reports that his son is receiving prank calls from an unknown juvenile. Police contacted and admonished a classmate of the son. Levee assist: Wednesday, Sept. 5, 10:30 a.m. Occurred at Beach Park Blvd. and Swordfish St. Police receive a report of a subject down on the levee. It was a medical call and the patient's bicycle was brought to the station for safekeeping. Assault: Thursday, Sept. 6, 11:35 p.m. Occurred on Haddock St. A teenage person calls police to report that her mother's boyfriend punched her mother in the face and then left. The mother states there was no assault and that she dropped off the subject in San Mateo. Civil standby: Tuesday, Sept. 11, 4:38 p.m. Occurred on Swordfish. A bank employee requested a civil standby for foreclosure proceeding. Disturbance: Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2:11 p.m. Occurred on Marlin Ave. A person reports that the mother of a juvenile whom his son was involved in a fist fight with at school was at his door screaming Suspicious: Wednesday, Sept. 19, 7:21 a.m. Occurred at Bowditch Middle School. Police receive a second hand report that an 11-year-old is being followed by an older Asian male with gray hair who is wearing a dark green jacket.

Neighborhood 1
Residential burglary: Wednesday, Aug. 29, 1:49 p.m. Occurred on Admiralty Ln. A person reports he confronted two subjects, described as Hispanic male adults with gray shirts, black pants and black shoes, who were breaking into the unit next to his. Police contacted the subjects and verified they were contractors for a bank and were there to foreclose the property. Animal call: Friday, Aug. 31, 8:45 a.m. Occurred at Lurline Dr. A person reports a dog in distress in a backyard. Four dogs were located and more water was provided. An attempt to contact notice was left at the residence. Drunk in public: Sunday, Sept. 2, 8:04 a.m. Occurred at The Vibe on Shell Blvd. Police receive report of a man down. A 42-year-old Foster City resident was arrested for being drunk in public and transported to First Chance. Grand theft: Monday, Sept. 3, 9:26 a.m. Occurred at Rain Cycle Storage on Foster City Blvd. Items worth an estimated $3,600 were taken from a boat. A second theft was located by officers. Suspicious: Friday, Sept. 7, 1:27 a.m. Occurred on Shooting Star Isle. A person reports hearing a banging noise on the back patio and saw something up against the window. Police conducted an interior and exterior check of the residence with negative results. A yard-to-yard search was conducted and all checked clear. Grand theft: Saturday, Sept. 8, 12:02 p.m. Occurred on Bounty Dr. A person reports theft from his residence with a loss of approximately $150,000. Possible suspect information was provided. Hit-and-run: Saturday, Sept. 15, 2:30 p.m. Occurred on Foster City Blvd. A person reports a hit-and-run to two vehicles in the parking lot. The suspect vehicle is an older, four-door green vehicle that should have damage to front left and rear. The driver is an older, heavyset Asian female. Embezzlement: Sunday, Sept. 16, 11:38 a.m. Occurred on E. Hillsdale Blvd. A person reports an employee was fired in the morning for embezzling approximately $500,000 over the last seven years.

Neighborhood 9
Welfare check: Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2:26 a.m. Occurred on Carina Ln. A person reports an open garage door. Police checked the residence and contacted the homeowners, who were asleep. Soliciting without a permit: Wednesday, Aug. 29, 4:41 p.m. Occurred on Polaris Ave. A person reports that a blond, white female adult in her mid 20s with a white top and European accent is going door to door asking for money so that she can fly home to the Czech Republic. Vehicle theft: Monday, Sept. 3, 10:41 am. Occurred at Polaris Ave. and Celestial Ln. A Roto-Rooter Company van was taken while parked on Polaris. A GPS unit showed it was taken at 6:44 a.m. and parked in Hayward. Hayward police located the vehicle off the road with the engine running, but it was stripped and not driveable due to missing parts. Drugs: Saturday, Sept. 8, 6:51 p.m. Occurred at Edgewater Blvd. and Altair Ave. A 25-year-old Redwood City resident was cited and released for possession of a controlled substance. Citizen assist: Friday, Sept. 14, 7:33 p.m. Occurred on Edgewater Blvd. A person requests to speak to an officer regarding concerns that his ex-wife may be out to hurt him. The two will have an upcoming court hearing over a business matter and he believes she is carrying a concealed weapon. Suspicious person: Monday, Sept. 24, 12:13 p.m. Occurred on Meridian Bay Ln. A person reports that a Hispanic male was attempting to gain access to the interior of the building from the garage. Police contacted a mortgage company employee and no crime was detected.

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Community Calendar
Local Clubs
Foster City Lions Club
The club focuses on social and charity activities. Meetings are the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Foster City Recreation Center, 650 Shell Blvd., Foster City. Visit www. fostercitylionsclub.com.

October 2012 Events

Brewer Island Reading Club
Wednesday, Oct. 3, 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. at the Brewer Island Elementary School Library, 1151 Polynesia Drive, Foster City Want to help tutor kids? The Brewer Island Reading Club, sponsored by the schools PTA, will host an informational meeting for potential volunteers who want to make a difference. No experience is required and tutors help out one hour per week. For more information, call (650) 7730495 or e-mail mlcossins@yahoo.com.

Hillsdale Highs Cabaret

Oct. 25 to Nov. 4, at Hillsdale High School 3115 Del Monte Street, San Mateo This legendary landmark musical turns Weimar Berlin of 1931 into a dark haven of decadence where its extraordinary and morally ambiguous inhabitants are determined to keep up appearances as the real worldoutside the comfortable sanctuary of the cabaretprepares for the nightmarish chaos of war. It is here that Sally Bowles performs nightly at the infamous Kit-Kat Klub. For more information, visit call (650) 5582699 or visit hhs.schoolloop.com/drama.

Foster City Mothers Club

The club focuses on charity and parent networking. Meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Foster City Library, 1000 E. Hillsdale Blvd. Visit www. fostercitymothersclub.org.

Chocolate Fest for Charity

Friday, Oct. 5 from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 5, from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., at the Congregational Church of Belmont, 751 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont Chocolate, cookie, ice cream and dessert makers from around the Bay Area will offer their wares for tasting at this benefit for the Samaritan House and Second Harvest Food Bank. Tickets start at $17.50. Children and seniors admitted for $15 in the afternoons. For more information, visit www.uccbelmont.org/events.html or call (650) 593-4547.

Foster City Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES)

The group provides emergency communication for Foster City. Meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Sunfish Room at the Recreation Center, 650 Shell Blvd., Foster City. Visit www. fcares.org.

Foster City Toastmasters Club

The group helps members improve public speaking skills. Meetings are the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Foster City Community Center, 1000 E. Hillsdale Blvd. Visit www.fostercitytoastmasters. com.

Foster City Rod & Gun Club

The club focuses on outdoor activities, including fishing and hunting. Meetings are the first Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. (cocktails at 6:30 p.m.; dinner at 8 p.m.) at the Harborside Clubhouse, Lord Ivelson Ln., Foster City. Visit www. fostercityrodandgunclub.com.

Rotary Club Rib Fest

Saturday, Oct. 6 from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Foster City Recreation Center, 650 Shell Blvd., Foster City Live music, entertainment, food and drinks will be served at this annual event hosted by the Rotary Club of Foster City. There will be a silent and live auction as well as door prizes. Tickets are $40. For more information, contact Andrea Pond at (650) 393-4851 or participate online at biddingforgood.com/fostercity.

Handmade Jewelry Sale

Sunday, Oct. 14, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Recreation Clubhouse, 700 Promontory Point Lane, Foster City Viva la Musica will honor local artist Vivan Mary Ann Weisberg, who will be present to show her personal collection of handmade jewelry and other treasures for your perusal and purchase. Wine and hors doeuvres will be served. For more information call (650) 281-9663.

Good Sam Mateans RV Club

The club focuses on social activities, charity and RV travels. Meetings are usually the first weekend of the month. For more information, contact Norm Dingle at (650) 573-1262 or dinglehaus@comcast.net.

Breast Cancer Symposium

Friday, Oct. 19, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC), 800 Foster City Blvd., Foster City Are you concerned about breast cancer, but overwhelmed with too much information? An overview of the latest in breast health and cancer treatment will be addressed at this free community event. People will learn about critical topics such as nutrition, exercise, early detection and current treatment options, said Vicki McGrath, PJCC Fitness and Wellness Manager and Breast Cancer Exercise Specialist. Our goal is to address and conveniently package what women need to know about breast health in an informative four-hour session. For more information, call (650) 212-7522 or visit pjcc.org.

Police and Fire Open House

Saturday, Oct. 6, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Fire Station, 1040 East Hillsdale Boulevard, Foster City Residents are invited to come by for a fun-filled and informative trip through the fire and police stations. In addition to station tours and the chance to see the tools that are used by firefighters and police officers, there will be many displays, demonstrations and information on safety and emergency preparedness. For more information, please e-mail fire@fostercity.org or call (650) 286-3350.

Filipino-American Association of Foster City (FAAFC)

The club aims to educate the community about Filipino heritage. Meetings are once per month. Visit www.faafc.com.

Foster City Historical Society

The club maintains an archive of local historical artifacts. Meetings are the first Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Recreation Center, 650 Shell Boulevard, Foster City. Visit fchistorysocy.homestead.com.

ID Theft Symposium
Wednesday, Oct. 10, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Foster City Council Chambers, 620 Foster City Blvd., Foster City Learn the latest information on protecting your identity. A panel of experts on this subject will present information and the public will have the ability to submit questions to the panel. Sponsored by the city of Foster City Information Technology Advisory Committee (ITAC).

White Cane Bingo

Saturday, Oct. 20, doors open at 6 p.m. at the Foster City Recreation Center, 650 Shell Blvd., Foster City The sixth annual White Cane Dinner and Bingo Fundraiser, hosted by the Foster City Lion Club, benefits the Lions Club sight conservation projects. Tickets start at $20 and includes chicken dinner and 10 bingo games with three cards per game. For more information, call Barbara at (650) 341-8340.

Rotary Club of Foster City meets every

The club focuses on social and charity activities. Meetings are Wednesday at 12:15 p.m. at the Foster City Crowne Plaza Hotel, 1221 Chess Dr., Foster City. Visit www.fostercityrotary.org.

Compost Giveaway
Saturday, Oct. 13, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Boat Park on Bounty Drive and Foster City Blvd., Foster City Residents may take up to 1 cubic yard of compost (about six full garbage cans) at no charge. Bring shovels, gloves and containers. For more information, call (650) 2863200 or visit www.fosterciy.org.

Daughters of the British Empire

Windsor Rose Chapter in Foster City/ San Mateo meets the first Wednesday of each month. For more information about meetings call (650) 341-5397 or visit www.dbenca.org.

Audubon Elementary Fundraiser

Wednesday, Oct. 17 at Audubon Elementary School, 841 Gull Ave., Foster City The schools PTA will be holding its biggest fundraiser and parents are asking for community members to donate. Proceeds support many programs, such as math and science nights, library support, Art in Action, field trips, classroom supplies and more. Tax-deductible donations can be mailed to Audubon PTA, 841 Gull Ave., Foster City. For more information, including sponsorships, contact PTA member Michelle Raley at audubonptafundraising@gmail.com.

e-Shred Event
Saturday, Oct. 13, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the City Hall parking lot at 610 Foster City Blvd., Foster City Foster City residents are invited to bring their paper documents for shredding to the next Community Shred/Document Destruction event. A maximum of 3 standard size banker boxes per household will be accepted (10x12x15). For more information, call (650) 286-3200 or visit www.fosterciy.org.

Kiwanis Club Of Greater San Mateo

The club focuses on social and charity activities and serves the Foster City/ San Mateo area. Meetings are every Tuesday at the Poplar Creek Grill at 12:10 p.m.. For more information, visit www.div34.org.

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Around Town
Filipino club raises money for impoverished children

Foster City All Stars recognized

PHOTO CREDIT: STEVE OKAMOTO

Members and friends of FAAFC played many rounds of blackjack.

PHOTO CREDIT: LESLIE CHANG

Mary Lou Tan, Dulce Franke, and Steve Franke, all residents of Foster City, gather around the bingo table.

On Sept. 24, the Foster City Council recognized the 2012 Foster City All Stars team for winning the District 52 Championship in July. Councilman Steve Okamoto was an umpire for the final gamehe was also the manager of the 1992 team, the first in Foster City to win the 52 Championship. Alexa Hemken

Players, l-r: Ethan Wolf, Parker ORegan, Maxwell Moore, Andrew Polk, Ryan Gardon, Tommy Ghiorso, Kevin Jacobs, Clay Gee, Dominic Monozon, JJ Ota, Ryan Sutter, Chris Fung; Coaches Rob Winters and Steve Sutter. Councilmember l-r: Herb Perez, Art Kiesel, Pam Frisella and Steve Okamoto.
PHOTO CREDIT: PATRICIA NUTTING

Resident authors book on grandparenting

Mary Ellen Davis, of Foster City, knows non-traditional parents face a monumental but rewarding challenge in raising kids, and she offers a manual for these caregivers in her new book, The Grandparenting Journey: Leading the Way. I just want to share my own journey as a grandmother raising children of elementary and middle school age, Davis said. In the end, there are joys and challenges of undertaking any journey and thats no different with the grandparenting journey. The book offers guidelines for grandparents with varying levels of involvement in raising their grandchildren, according to a statement. Topics range from family adjustments, addressing behavior and teaching and reinforcing values. There are 4.9 million children being raised by grandparents in the US, according to the Census Bureau. After spending 37 years in the field of education, Davis retired before becoming the primary caregiver for two grandchildren. Learn more at thegrandparentingjourney.com. Alexa Hemken

Vivian Poblete of San Mateo and Myrna Lee of Foster City enjoy bingo at FAAFCs casino night fundraiser. The Filipino American Association of Foster City (FAAFC) held a Casino Night fundraiser at board director Dulce Frankes home on Thursday, Sept. 14. Fifteen people, all FAAFC members and friends, were in attendance. The group raised $325, which will be donated to Philippine International Aid (PIA). Specifically, the funds will go to PIAs Off the Streets, Off to School scholarship program, which FAAFC has supported in the past. FAAFC was founded in 1979 and currently has 30 active members. They will be holding another PIA fundraiser on October 6 at Beresford Recreation Center in San Mateo. The event will be a Western themed dinner dance and will coincide with FAAFCs 33rd anniversary. Leslie Chang

Rotary Club of Foster City President Noemi Avram and Rotarians Bob Pope and Charles Douglas present a $1,000 check to Richard Geimer for the benefit of Homework Central in San Mateo. Alexa Hemken

Keith Kreitman remembered

PHOTO CREDIT: LESLIE CHANG

A display with a photo of Kreitman from WWII and a copy of his memoir, Happiness is a Warm Foxhole. On Sept. 18, more than 200 people attended a memorial for long-time Foster City resident, Rotary Club member and local political columnist Keith Kreitman. Kreitman died at 86 on Aug. 17 of leukemia. His family, with the help of the Rotary Club of Foster City, hosted a Celebration of Life event at the Foster City Recreation Center, where the atmosphere at the Celebration of Life was upbeat. The Recreation Center's Lagoon Room echoed with the soft laughter and voices of family and friends, and with the voice of Kreitman himself. Recordings of him telling stories from his life were playing on one of the four flat screen monitors set up around the room. Attendees received a booklet that included Kreitman's biography, photos, quotes from friends and a list of "Kreitman-isms." It also included a menu of "Keith's Favorite Foods," all of which were served by the Rotary Club. The foods served included Chicago hot dogs with homemade buns, lox and bagels, Reuben sandwiches, and sparkling apple juice. Kreitman was born in 1925 on the West Side of Chicago, and served in WWII as a combat medic. After the war, he attended Northwestern University, married Rainy Lavin and started a family, and became an interior designer and furniture salesman. After retiring, Kreitman moved to Foster City in 1985. He was a vocal supporter of the arts, and reviewed theater, dance, and symphony events for local newspapers for over fifteen years. He was heavily involved in the community, especially as a member of the Rotary club. Leslie Chang

Hundreds attend AYSO Opening Day

AYSO marked the opening day of the Fall season for soccer by holding its annual Opening Ceremony. On Sept. 8, parents of children of all ages woke up at the bright hour of 8 a.m. on Saturday to gather at Sea Cloud Park to watch their kids run across the turf field with their new coaches and proudly show off their team banner. The ceremony also featured orations from various speakers and a harmonious performance of the national anthem by Notre Dame High School's choir. "I think Foster City's AYSO program is really great compared to other cities' programs because it has so many turf fields that allow the kids to play even in rain," said Dawn Wishoff, a referee and volunteer for AYSO. "AYSO is there for kids of all ages and it is something 100 percent of kids and families can enjoy," she said. Alex Chen
PHOTO CREDIT: ALEX CHEN PHOTO CREDIT: JOHN GLIKBARG

Dan Dyckman, referee, directs the teams in line as they wait to present their team and banner to the watching crowd at the S4 field.

Manny Hirschel, in black, one of the founding fathers of AYSO in Foster City, performing a ceremonial coin toss before the first game played on the new all-weather turf field at Sea Cloud Park.

Residents attend the annual Community Bike Ride in Foster City

F a m i l i e s attended the Sept. 16 event at Boothbay Park for a ride along the levee pedway. Free bike and helmet checks were provided to attendees. Kevin Huo

PHOTO CREDIT: KEVIN HUO

Foster City residents Steve Morris, a member of the Foster City Parks and Recreation Committee, Sam Hindi and Kenny Huo.

Foster City residents Arshaq Pattai, 10, and Puneet Mahesha, 13.

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Locals turn out for coastal cleanup
PHOTO CREDIT: ELYSE DIXON

Lions, local vets bring home 27 King Salmon

Veterans, Foster City Lions Club members and other volunteers aboard the Lovely Martha

PHOTO CREDIT: FOSTER CITY LIONS CLUB

From left to right: Troy Ryder and Tyler Severin of Foster City pick up trash at the coastline. More than 800 people joined together at the San Mateo Creek, Foster City-San Mateo Lagoon and coastline for the annual Coastal Cleanup Day on Saturday, Sept. 15. The event has taken place annually since the mid 80s, bringing the community together to help the earth. "It's great to see everyone gathering together to clean up all the pollution," said Rose Umeda, 13, of Foster City. The sponsors barbeque for the volunteers, and at the end there is an Unusual Item Contest. Elyse Dixon
PHOTO CREDIT: DORIS DUNCAN

Doris Duncan, second from right, with ESPRIT faculty members (l-r) Nada Abdelkader Benmansour, Zohra Ben Lakhdar and Mariem Ben Abid.

Foster City resident completes Fulbright service in Tunisia

Long-time resident Doris Duncan served as a Fulbright Specialist in Tunisia earlier this Spring. A professor of Computer Information Systems and Accounting at California State University, East Bay, her project was to assess the curriculum and explore possible partnerships with the Higher Institute of Engineering and Technology (ESPRIT) near Tunis, Tunisia. Duncan worked with the faculty and staff of ESPRIT and made several recommendations to enhance the information technology/engineering curriculum at ESPRIT and improve their qualifications for earning a globally recognized accreditation. This was my first trip to North Africa and my second ever to all of Africa. In 2009 I had my first Fulbright Specialist opportunity in Kampala, Uganda, she said. I now better understand the hardships people in developing countries undergo and I have a deeper appreciation of the conditions of workers in developing countries. The Fulbright Program offers grants to study, teach and conduct research for U.S. citizens to go abroad and non-U.S. citizens to come to the United States. It is supported by Congress. Alexa Hemken

Sixteen veterans-turned-fishermen and a handful of Foster City Lions Club members ventured out to the fishing grounds beyond the Golden Gate Bridge on Sept. 10. Their target: King Salmon, the biggest of the salmon species. The vets, who are patients of the Veterans Administration Medical Facility in Menlo Park, were in high spirits as they started the chilly morning on the Lovely Martha, said Lions Club member Fred Kelly. The first cry of fish on jolted everyone to life as a lucky vet began experiencing that it was no small task to land a fighting King Salmon. Cheers at his eventual success roared loudly as he landed a 20 pound King.

A total of 27 fish in the eight to 25 pound range were caught during the trip, with many 20 to 25 pounders. The trip was part of one of several programs to support veterans and military personnel under the auspices of the Lions Veterans Charities of Foster City, and the fish are served at a banquet at the VA medical facility. The public is invited to participate in this activity and the other morale building projects for veterans, servicemen and women and patients at all three local VA hospitals. For more information, about the trips, e-mail Fred Kelley at fakelley@sbcglobal.net. Alexa Hemken

1,400 hot dogs served at AYSO Kickathon

PHOTO CREDIT: JOHN GLIKBARG

Wet Bandits win PJCC Summer Mens Basketball league champion

PHOTO CREDIT: DAVID HAMAOUI

Foster City residents are Samaritan House volunteers of the year

PHOTO CREDIT: FOSTER CITY LIONS CLUB

Lions Club members Foster City AYSO Soccer held its annual Kick-a-Thon on Sept. 23. About 1,000 players between ages 4 and 18 participated. Proceeds from the Kick-a-Thon help pay for the new artificial turf fields at Sea Cloud, Port Royal and Catamaran parks. The Foster City Lions Club hosted lunch with free hot dogs for the players, coaches and their families. Alexa Hemken Bay Cities Patrol CEO Tom McMillin, of Foster City, sponsored and participated in the Big Cat Poker Run in August, which is hosted by the Discovery Bay Lions Club and raised more than $100,000. The event is for specialized fast boats, some of which barely touch the water as they skim along the surface as speeds of up to 120 mph. Alexa Hemken

L-r: Jeremy Hamaoui, Rob Walker, Ryan Musser, Sam Stilwell, TJ Bonaventure, Joe Hilleli, Darryl Robinson, Jonathan Michael and Nick Rozzi.

Residents spot, photograph shuttle

Residents took a moment out of their morning on Sept. 21 to gaze skyward as the Space Shuttle Endeavor made its way from San Francisco to NASA Ames Research Center at Moffett Field on its way to its final home at the California Science Center in Los Angeles. Alexa Hemken
PHOTO CREDIT: KAY ZHANG

At the Samaritan House Volunteer Recognition Night on On Sept. 20, Foster City Lions Club members Ed Flank and Jon Froomin were recognized as Volunteers of the Year in the areas of holiday program and food pantry. Alexa Hemken

PHOTO CREDIT: TOM MCMILLIN

Space Shuttle Endeavor on top of its 747 carrier aircraft, accompanied by a NASA F-18 Hornet support plane. Photo taken by Ross Sakata from Chrysopolis Drive.

McMillin, second from left, and teammates (l-r) Henk, Duane and Robert.

At the Sept. 15 event, Ken Zhang retrieves the allotted one cubic yard of compost. Kay Zhang

Photo taken by a Foster City resident from the balcony of a Promontory Point home.

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With a high-powered 46 1040 Marlin Avenue 5,005 2|1 $513.39 2,240 5,985 710 San Miguel Lane $999,000 $1,150,000 35 4 3 3|0 $407.76 2,450 flashlight, thoroughly inspect the underside of the deck by looking for chewed areas, brittle wood 5,700 943 Aruba Lane Isles $1,000,000 34 46 4 4 2|0 $478.47 2,090 7,020 2|0 $472.46 2,360 212 Surfbird $1,115,000 and any other signs of damage. If you find any evidence of pests, call a pest control expert. To keep 47 235 Puffin Court 5,737 3|0 $440.82 2,450 5,225 780 Marlin Avenue $930,000 $1,080,000 45 4 4 2|0 $522.47 1,780 out animals, install lattice or another type of barrier. 1126 Blythe Street 34 5,766 2|1 $434.78 2,300 5,355 $1,000,000 43 4 4 2|0 $533.15 1,810 1358 Halibut Street $965,000 6,175 1390 Ribbon Street $835,000 46 47 3 4 2|0 $448.92 1,860 5,888 2|0 $524.15 1,760 791 Widgeon Street $922,500 Check for loose screws, popped nails and exposed bolts. Loose 898 Gull Avenue 6,650 2|0 $487.77 1,640 5,472 $799,950 43 47 3 3 2|0 $544.71 1,720 649 Crane Avenue $936,900 nails, screws and bolts are not only a tripping hazard but, over 5,734 1001 Flying listings) Fish St $800,000 43 41 2 2|0 $522.88 1,530 Averages (11 $1,129,667 $504.21 2,268 6,422 time, can impact the integrity of your deck. Reset any that are 5,415 48 3 2|0 $464.63 1,640 1144 Polynesia Drive $762,000 loose. Be careful not to strip the screws. If you do, youll need 1,827 39 3 2|1 $425.00 1,640 982 Marquette Lane $697,000 CONDOS/TOWNHOMES to replace them with a slightly larger size. CONDOS/TOWNHOMES Price Address Age Bed Bath $/Sq. Ft. HOA Thorough cleaning. Being exposed to the elements will cause $800 2 $311.15 HOA 700 Promontory Point Ln #1203 $692,000 14 Address Price Age Bed Bath 2|1 $/Sq. Ft. dirt, mildew and mold to build up, diminishing your decks $220 $392.16 $553 $600,000 42 3 3 1423 Marlin Avenue 37 1005 Lido Lane $810,000 2|1 2|1 $378.50 appearance and making it slippery. A power sprayer is the $435 $652,000 23 2 3 $426.14 $484 1041 Helm Lane 1 Binnacle Lane $780,000 24 2|1 2|1 $450.87 easiest way to remove dirtmeat before you grill it,and mildew Marinate the build-up. However, mold approximately one cup of marinade for $175 2|1 $437.15 $457.25 $270 965 VascoLane Da Gama Lane $782,500 $631,000 38 4 3 40 740 Chebec 2|1 need to be scrubbed of food. It tenderizes the meat as well as adds flavor. You can make every pound with warm, soapy water. $245 50 Commons $570,000 24 4 2 $463.41 $270 762 Pinta Lane Lane $768,000 41 2|1 2|0 $429.05 your own, but there are many delicious store-bought varieties. $800 2|1 $431.48 $256.18 $410 700 Promontory Point Ln #1209 $580,000 22 2 3 $699,000 24 30 Binnacle Lane 2|1 Reseal or Use tongs instead of a fork to flip theand rainAcan will punch holes in the meat restain. Constant exposure to UV rays meat. fork $435 $600,000 23 4 2 $483.87 $340 1104 Outrigger 40 833 Rigel Lane Lane $716,500 2|1 2|0 $447.81 causeand allow fade,natural juices to escape, causing the meat to lose flavor and become decks to the crack, split and warp. Not only does a $335 $403.03 $335 $532,000 40 3 2 832 Rigel Lane 705 King Lane $677,000 37 2|1 1|1 $398.24 properly maintained deck look better, but it will also last longer. There are many different products chewy. $590 2|0 $467.09 $326.90 $270 880 Meridian Bay Lane #209 $738,000 $525,000 14 3 3 39 679 Beach Park Boulevard 2|1 available for desk maintenance: clear water repellent,with olive oil and place themUV protection, Grill your vegetables as well. Rub them clear wood preservative with over indirect $220 $585.42 $325 1549 Beach Park Boulevard $645,000 $562,000 42 2 2 807 Emerald Bay Lane 21 2|1 1|1 $421.57 semi-transparent stain and solid stain are justonfew. Your so keep animprovement store can help heat. Most vegetables cook quickly a the grill, local home eye on them. $594,400 26 28 2 $410.55 $426 $635,000 31Averages (10 listings) East Court Lane 2|1 $415.03 $287 you selectFor moist meat every time, Follow an open beer can or other liquidcarefully the one thats right for you. place the products application directions over the 39 926 Beach Park Blvd #8 $410,000 $377.18 $451 2 2|0 different treatments require different application procedures. Keep in minditthat weather will affect hottest part of the fire and close the lid. When the beer boils will saturate the air 769 Foster City Blvd $490,000 40 $270 2 1|1 $500.00 the drying time and absorption,the plan accordingly. Always clean your deck first and make sure it inside the grill keeping so meat moist. 904 Beach Park Blvd #132 $390,000 39 $358.79 $451 2 2|0 is completely dry before applyingadd the barbeque You may also sauces,sand splinters, raised Wait until the end to any stain or sealer. sauce. Most need to especially sugar$328,000 47 5208 Admiralty Lane $531 2 1|1 $328.66 areas and tomatoes-based ones, tendentire deck. or, depending on its condition, the to burn easily.
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