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Bocce, Movie Night, Stolen Bike
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

West End Summer Bocce-  Every Friday at 6 p.m. at DeMeo Park. Join your friends and neighbors at beautiful DeMeo Park. Bring food and drinks to share. This is an all age, dog friendly event. To keep the event enjoyable and comfortable for all- please remember to observe Park rules: No glass, dogs on leashes. The West End Neighborhood Association has procured a Special Alcohol Permit and Lavatory for West End Summer Bocce. Wear layers for chilly nights.

Movie Night at DeMeo Park this Friday! Join your neighbors this Friday night at  ~9:00 pm (when it’s dark enough) to watch the movie Ratatouille in DeMeo Park.  (Movie details here and parental advisory here ) Bring a blanket & such to sit on and keep warm with. We’ll have free popcorn to share.

July Full Moon Ride- 5 dedicated bike riders braved the chilly evening ( and alas, it was too foggy to see the moon!) to ride on the new paved path to Willowside Road. Way to go, guys!

July Full Moon Riders

July Full Moon Riders

Stolen Bike Report: I live at 216 Hewett St. I’ve been here since 1998 and never had any problems with theft, despite forgetting to close my garage many times. Unfortunately this “time of innocence” has ended. My bike was stolen from my garage sometime between Thursday the 22nd and Tuesday the 27th. The garage door was down and locked. The thief had to enter through our backyard gate and side garage door. It was my beloved Dahon folding commuter bike I ride to work everyday during the school year. It is gray and has 20” wheels. If anyone sees it around, please let me know. Cynthia McDaniel  Email

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So. Co. Fair and other S. R. News
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Monday, July 26th, 2010
Sonoma County Fair starts THIS Tuesday… and it doesn’t look like you’ll have to worry about being too hot.
Grape Escape- So. Co. Fair

Grape Escape- So. Co. Fair

July 27th to August 8th- Sonoma County Fair. Old fashioned, family friendly fun. This year’s theme is the “Grape Escape”. Music, animals, crafts and new events and activities designed to get you to visit the fair. If you have a dog that likes the water- consider entering your friend in Splash Dogs. Have you ever wanted to ram your car into another car? The Destruction Derby is looking for drivers. (No kidding!)  Free Days and discounts are available. For more info: www.SonomaCountyFair.com

If any West End Neighbor competes in Splash Dog or the Destruction Derby- PLEASE let us know!

Info on recent stabbing in St. Rose Neighborhood: Boy, 16, chased down, stabbed in the St. Rose Neighborhood, Santa Rosa Press Democrat Story

One arrested, three sought in Santa Rosa stabbing   Press Democrat Story

Street Pole Sweater Project : This community art project where over 20 street light poles on 4th street in Railroad Square and Courthouse Square will be sporting hand knitted sweaters. If you would like to help make the sweaters or sponsor a pole- Contact Justine at Cast Away for details Justine: (707) 546- 9276

Street Pole Sweater Project

Street Pole Sweater Project

NISSAN PUBLIC ART PROJECT CYCLISK-  The City of Santa Rosa’s Art in Public Places Committee is excited to announce that artists Mark Grieve and Ilana Spector’s Cyclisk is set to be installed this summer along Santa Rosa Avenue. This monumental public artwork is made out of recycled bicycles, and will stand 60 feet tall once installed. Installation date and related events to be announced soon.

Santa Rosa Tool Library- Hundreds of hand and power tools for home repair and landscaping loan free of charge to So. Co. residents/workers. Call 707-576-0590 or visit borrowtools.org for details.

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Alert: Tires “de-aired” in the neighborhood
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Thursday, July 01st, 2010
A note from W. 7th neighbor, Carol Hasetine-Ernst:

Hey all,

On Tuesday night last ALL of the air in Dave’s truck tires was let out… luckily they just unscrewed the valve stem instead of slashing them! While we refilled we noticed that Dr. Crippen’s truck tires were flat as well. With a quick look around we found a few more vehicles down W. 7th st. had become victims of sabotage as well! Looks to us like some pesky hooligans up to summer antics… just no good for an early morning work schedule!

If anybody else fell victim we have a large air compressor we are happy to share. Otherwise, try to keep a night time ear open for the sound of rushing air or it could be you who next finds themselves a half hour late for work!

Thanks!  Carol

Flat tires were also reported on Prince and W. 6th Street.
Carol Haseltine-Ernst, a Coldwell Banker Realtor,  is also one of our West End Neighborhood newsletter sponsors. Thanks Dave & Carol! We are lucky to have such thoughtful neighbors.


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Crime Alert: St. Rose car broken into
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Thursday, June 24th, 2010
A student, who lives on Klute St. in the St. Rose neighborhood, had her car broken into on Tuesday evening, June 22nd. She’s hoping that at least her school book will be found which would be of no use to anyone else . Be on the look out.

I live on Klute street on the east side and just wanted to let you know that my car was broken into last night and my school bag stolen. It’s a Dakine backpack and unfortunately it had my wallet in it and my school book Managerial Finance. I’m hoping that maybe who ever stole the bag dumps it somewhere in the neighborhood…I really need the school book.

Thank you!!!!! Kattie kattiezimmer@GMAIL.COM

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DeTurk Update, Crime alert & Entertainment
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Thursday, May 27th, 2010
By now, many of you have noticed the steel beams sticking out of the windows of the DeTurk Round Barn, this is in preparation of the barn being lifted. It will be an exciting step of the project and may happen on Friday. The sod will finally be placed in the dog park and work will continue on the barn while the dog park completes its “grow in”. Tentative Dog Park opening is July 15, 2010- but everything is subject to change due to varied circumstances.

Project Update- In progress or planned- Dog Park: a) Tree and sod placement, b) Painting of fence c) Irrigation testing d) Benches and Final concrete work. Round Barn:  a) Shoring and cribbing for barn lift b) Barn lift c) Soil Removal d) Prep for concrete slab & infrastructure.  Off-Site Improvements: a) Start work on sidewalk etc. at Donahue/W. 8th.

Shoring & cribbing on 5-27 for Barn lift

Shoring & cribbing on 5-27 for Barn lift

Crime Alert-Bike stolen: Wednesday night (May 19th) one of our nice road bikes — a brown and white Jamis Aurora — was taken from behind our house at 120 9th St. Also happened at around 2AM. I called the police and they drove around the neighborhood a few minutes later with no luck.  Russ Scarola

Jamis Aurora Copper

Jamis Aurora Copper

West End Events & Happenings:

West End Summer Bocce- Every Friday at 6 p.m. at DeMeo Park.  Join your friends and neighbors at beautiful DeMeo Park.  Bring food and drinks to share.  The West End Neighborhood Association has secured a permit for alcohol and a lavatory for Friday night Bocce season. (Thanks to everyone who paid their dues!) This is an all age, dog friendly event. To keep the event enjoyable and comfortable for all- please remember to observe Park rules: No glass, dogs on leashes.  Wear layers for chilly nights.

May 28th, Friday night is the premier of Rent at the 6th Street Playhouse. Enjoy the wonderful amenity of live performances right in the neighborhood. For info Click here!

May 30th, Sunday St. Peterbilt – Sonoma County’s finest double clutchin’, scale jumpin’, mile makin’, tailgaitin’, possum squashin’, cop dodgin’, pinballin’, jackknifen’, gear bustin’ sort of a band will play at Russian River Brewing Co. West End Musician Justin Barr plays lead guitar. St. Peterbilt Russian River Brewing Co.

St. Peterbilt

St. Peterbilt

Support the West End Neighborhood Association. Pay your yearly dues ($10 suggested, but any amount appreciated) by Pay Pal on the West End Neighborhood website. Click Here!

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DeTurk Park, Rezoing info, Crime alert
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Monday, May 24th, 2010

The project continues to progress at DeTurk Round Barn & Park-   The existing Dog Park will be scaled down to allow work on the Round Barn.   The Barn will actually be raised in the near future.

Project Highlights: Dog  Park A) Finalize fencing/painting B) Irrigation C) Lay sod D) Site Furnishings E)  Grow in period (4-6 weeks) Dog Park opening tentatively set for the week of July 15th. Round Barn: A) Lead abatement B) Basic Demolition C) Pad Prep for shoring   Off-site improvements: A) Start work on sidewalk etc. at Donahue/W 8th.  See the entire site plan  DeTurk Revised Site plan with ADA stall

The exisiting Dog Park be reduced for Barn construction

The exisiting Dog Park be reduced for Barn construction

Crime Alert: There was an attempted break-in at 709 Davis Street- the Kid Street Learning Center building. It was last week around 2am. One of the neighbors heard a loud crash when they looked outside they saw 2 guys and a girl in the middle of the street. The police were called and a report was taken. They broke the window to the basement. Thankfully the windows are double pane and the 2nd portion wasn’t broke. I’m hopeful that the loud noise is what scared them off.    Sheila Accornero   Kid Street Learning Center

Rezoning and Notice of Public Hearing questions: Many folks have had questions about the Notice of Public Hearing they received from the City of Santa Rosa. The Notice, which was mailed to 2000 individuals, was a little vague so if you have questions please contact Jessica Jones.  She has been doing a terrific job explaining to people what precisely is being proposed and how it impacts their property.  Her contact info is jjones@srcity.org or 707-543-3410.

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Deturk Update, lights, stabbing
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Friday, May 07th, 2010

The DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park fence is going up and it’s gorgeous. Take note- there was a stabbing on Prince Memorial Greenway around Olive Park at 7:25 p.m. on May 5th. This was a young man and his girlfriend attacked at 7:35 p.m. when it is still light!

May 6 2010 New fence at Dog Park

May 6 2010 New fence at Dog Park

DeTurk Round Barn Park Project Update- 2 week out look: Dog Park A. Fence posts and panels  B. Painting of fence C. Landscaping Round Barn A. Initial layout for framing B. Preliminary Demo Work C. Soil removal.

Light Reduction Program- Several neighbors have suggested that we turn on our front lights to combat the changes that the reduction of lights might bring to the neighborhood. The Neighborhood Watch Program has always suggested that light is a deterrent to crime. Porch lights can be put on timer, they can also be motion activated and, of course, there’s also solar lights.

Stabbing at Prince Memorial Greenway: Click Here for Full Press Democrat Story

Found Dog: We found a nice little dog today in Railroad Square. He seemed to be some kind of Corgi/Chihuahua mix. Friendly. Short and squat with a caramel coat. Was wearing a red collar. He is now at the Sonoma County Animal Care and Control hoping to be found by his owners. Drop us a line if you think he’s yours so we know he’s been reunited. Thanks, Tim Sarter For more info in this dog, Click here!

May 11 NW Santa Rosa, Community Toxics Collections, a collection program where Sonoma County residents can properly dispose of items such as old paint products, automotive fluids, garden chemicals, expired medications and spent fluorescent lamps. : Appointment required. Call 877-747-1870 or 795-2025 Locations of Community Toxics Collections will be provided when you schedule your appt. Bring your ID to prove residency. For more info Click Here!

July 24, from 6:30 to 10:30 Historical Ball at the McDonald Mansion. Dinner dancing, surprises and docent led tour of the inside of McDonald Mansion. Benefi t for the Rural Cemetery for $90 per person. Costumes representing 1830 to 1930 required. Tickets limited for this one of a kind event. Information: 543-3292 For more info Click Here!

2010 SRRC Historical Ball

Give Us your Best Shot!

Give Us your Best Shot!

Give us your best shot! Last day to enter is June 1, 2010. The categories are as follows: Nature Scene, My Neighborhood, Garden, A Day in the Life and Best of Santa Rosa. We’ve also added an Under 18 Youth Category to include Favorite Place and Fun Stuff. ONLY ONE ENTRY PER CATEGORY, ALL PHOTOS MUST BE TAKEN WITHIN THE CITY OF SANTA ROSA.The winning prize in the Youth Category will be an iPod Shuffle and the Adult Category winning prize will be an iPod. An entry fee of $5 per entry is required to offset the winning prize cost.   For more info and entry directions, Click Here!

More West End talent and events  next week, all events now listed on calendar.

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Crime Alert & Light Reduction Program
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Monday, May 03rd, 2010

From Boyce Street: I want to report that our car was burglarized on Friday night.  My wife left it unlocked and the thieves stole all the change from the ashtray, and a personal check.  They also rummaged through the kids’ dvds, but I don’t think they actually took any of them; they just left them strewn about.  This is the third or fourth time this has happened to our cars.  Each time the car had been left unlocked.  Mostly the thieves just steal the change from the ashtray, but in the past they have also taken an iPod, and this time a check. It’s not so much the small amount of money and property we have lost, but the idea that someone is outside robbing us while we sleep is unnerving.  We have gotten the impression that people are walking the street each night checking car door handles, taking things from the cars if they open.  We are going to start leaving the porch light on at night to cast a little more light onto the cars in the driveway.  I have filed a police report about this incident, although I have let others go by without filing.   Ethan

Walking on Dark Streets?

Walking on Dark Streets?

Turned Off

Turned Off

Downtown neighborhoods are first targets for Street Light Reduction Program-

It’s a 4 year program and the downtown area where residents frequently walk to services, restaurants and entertainment- have been put first in line for the

Put on Timer

Put on Timer

reductions.  The West End has already had our lights adjusted. If a light pole has a yellow tag attached- then the light has been turned off.  A blue tag states that the light has been put on timer. Lights will remain on during normal active hours (dusk to midnight) and off during typical non-activehours (midnight to either dawn or 5:30 a.m.)

For comments, concerns and questions contact: Rick Moshier, PW Director (707) 543-3800 or rmoshier@ci.santa-rosa.ca.us.

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Items of Neighborhood Interest
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Tuesday, April 20th, 2010

Two new items of Neighborhood interest:

Break in at Western Farm Saturday Night.  Utz-  SRPD the Police Dog takes care of business.

On Saturday, April 17, 2010, at approximately 10:40 p.m., Santa Rosa Police Officers responded to Western Farms Center on West 7th Street for a silent alarm. Officers arrived and established a perimeter at which time officers saw movement inside the upstairs office area.  Shortly thereafter, officers entered the business with the assistance of a police K9, Utz. Once at the stairwell, the officer provided notification to anyone upstairs that a police K9 was going to be deployed. The suspect, Michael Iervolino, an 18 year old Santa Rosa resident, immediately complied and was taken into custody without incident. Iervolino was subsequently booked into the Sonoma County Jail for Burglary.

Press Democrat Article

NW Santa Rosa to be home for all  Medical Cannabis Dispensaries

On April 19th, the City Manager approved a  2nd Medical Cannabis Dispensary Permit in NW Santa Rosa. The City of Santa Rosa that, by ordinance only allows 2 medical marijuana facilities within the City, has just approved the second facilty.  It will be located at 1061 North Dutton Ave. – right next to homes.  It is also located within 2 miles of the only other location which is also located in NW Santa Rosa.  This facility was approved in spite of many letters from residents who cited existing problems in the area due to an over concentration of services. There was also a  recent a robbery and assault at the County Approved Medical Marijuana Facility on Santa Rosa Avenue.

Press Democrat Article April 5, 2010

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West End Crime Update
Author: Lea Barron-Thomas
• Tuesday, March 30th, 2010

An update from Officer Anderson who was at our Spring West End Neighborhood meeting:

West End Neighbors,

Yesterday a burglar was caught in a house, on the east side of Santa Rosa. Following the arrest, officers discovered he lived in the 800 block of Davis St. A search warrant was served there, and more stolen property was located. I do not know if he is the person committing the auto burglaries in your neighborhood, but it may be worth a call to the detective. I have attached the media release for your information.

Terry Anderson

10-4562 – Burglary Assault on an Officer Arrest

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