From the monthly archives:

February 2010

KICKOFF PARTY FOR THE YORBA LINDA RELAY FOR LIFE…

February 28, 2010

Everyone is invited to a “Birthday Party” in the East Room of the Nixon Library on Saturday, March 27th, 2010 from 10:30 AM until Noon.   Refreshments will be served and information regarding the Yorba Linda Relay for Life, scheduled for August 13th and 14th will be discussed.  The overall Chairs for this year’s Relay are [...]

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Battle of the Books 2010

February 27, 2010

The Battle of the Books competition, hosted by the Yorba Linda Public Library, was held today at the Lakeview Elementary School. The 307 competitors were judged in three grade categories: 4-6, 6-8 and 9-12. Each team consisted of 3-5 individuals representing many of our elementary schools and home-schooled students. Each student [...]

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El Dorado High School Wins Drumline Competition

February 27, 2010

El Dorado high School competed in the Winter Drumline Competition held at Yorba Linda High School a few weeks ago. Despite very tough competition, El Dorado placed first in their classification. Go Hawks!
Here are some pictures of this event:

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Freeway Complex Fire Update- Yorba Linda

February 26, 2010

In November 2008, the Freeway Complex Fire destroyed 117 Yorba Linda homes and damaged three of our Parks. As of this date, there are 94 units completed, under construction or in plan check. The latest information regarding our Community’s re-building efforts is as follows:
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Friends High School Condition of Approval #34

February 21, 2010

Friends High School review of Condition of Approval #34 regarding undergrounding the 66kv power lines in front of the school on Bastanchury. In a three to two vote, we decided to overturn the requirement of undergrounding the 66kv lines along Bastanchury in front of the school site. My decision was based several facts. [...]

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EIR PUBIC SCOPING SESSION RE: YORBA LINDA TOWN CENTER SPECIFIC PLAN

February 21, 2010

Pursuant to provision of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City of Yorba Linda, as lead agency, presently is conducting an environmental review for the Yorba Linda Town Center Specific Plan. In this regard, the City is interested in obtaining input regarding the potential environmental effects of this project from responsible Agencies, other [...]

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RICHARD NIXON

February 13, 2010

Rigorous and resolutely strong president,
Remarkable achievements as testament!
Impressive accolades for public service,
Indomitable loyalty reputation sacrifice,
able
Composed and courageous in demeanor,
Conservative principles steady banner!
Heritage from a strict Quaker Puritanism,
Headstrong hallmark of firm patriotism.
Adamant in his positions and opinions,
Absolute is his calling and dedication!
Resourceful and ingenious in diplomacy,
Realistic China policy his robust legacy.
Dominant and daring leadership stature,
Deliberate and [...]

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YORBA LINDA E-NEWS

February 12, 2010

It has been suggested this email newsletter deserves a better name. So, I am asking you for suggestions. Email your ideas for a new name for my e-newsletter. A yet un-named panel of unbiased individuals will select a name for this periodical and the winner will be invited to lunch with yours [...]

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WE ARE GIVING THE SEWERS TO THE WATER DISTRICT????

February 7, 2010

So I am ignorant now? What is ignorant about wanting to preserve our communities resources or at least get something of value in exchange? Our sewer system is worth $9.8 M and the majority Council (Anderson, Rikel and Schwing) want to give it to the Water District for nothing. First, they devalue its worth by [...]

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Be a part of the California Legislative Re-Districting Solution

February 1, 2010

You made it happen!
Before the Voters FIRST Act, California lawmakers were charged with drawing their own legislative and Board of Equalization districts. But California voters changed all that when they authorized the creation of the Citizens Redistricting Commission (Commission) in the November 2008 General Election. Now YOU can apply to serve on an independent Commission [...]

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