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Round Barn, Streets and the SRPD
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• Tuesday, May 15th, 2012
City of Santa Rosa news that involves the West End Neighborhood:

DeTurk Round Barn

DeTurk Round Barn Update: The new use permit for the DeTurk Round Barn is available for your review. USE Permit . Changes include the limitation of 1 large Private event (more than 200 guests) per 30 day period and 1 large Public event (more than 200 guests) per 30 day period. There is also an increased maximum of 500 people. Although the hours haven’t changed, they no longer include set-up and take down. The Noise Ordinance still applies regarding sound amplifying equipment (that includes D.J.s and amplified bands)  to between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday- Saturday/ 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Sundays and legal holidays. Alcohol service is required to end one hour before the end of the event.

What to do if you have a complaint, concern or compliment about the DeTurk Round Barn? Call or email Mickey Remy- 543-3285  or email mremy@srcity.org  If there is a problem during an event- you can go to the barn and find  the City of SR event attendant and discuss it with them. Follow up with an email to westend@sonic.net- it will be added to the agenda at the next DeTurk Round Barn Operations committee meeting. Fellow West Enders, Deborah Crippen, Allen Thomas & Ben Taylor are on the committee.

New Feature Facility Calendar: Want to know what’s going on inside the barn? A new Calendar is located in the DeTurk Round Barn page on the City of SR website. You will also find information on rates: Monday – Thursday $125.00 per hour, Friday $165.00 per hour, Saturday $225.00 per hour &  Sunday $175.00 per hour. Possible additional fees may apply.

Street and sewer improvements:

6th Street Undercrossing- This project was scheduled to start on Monday, May 14th. Improvements will include roadway, sidewalks, lighting, bike lanes and a traffic signal. It is anticipated to take 26 weeks. Questions or comments to David Vandeveer, Public works- 543-4521 or DVandeveer@srcity.org The project was recently mentioned in the Press Demo- S. R. begins Sixth Street Undercrossing

6th and Davis Sewer Improvements- Sewer and Water improvements are slated to begin this month at 6th & Davis. This project is anticipated to last approximately 2 weeks. This is part of the City of SR Capital Improvement Program that replaced aging water and sewer systems in older neighborhoods. Wilson and 6th Streets are slated for the same improvements this fall. Questions or concerns to Tracy Duenas, Public Works, 543-3952.

SRPD Survey:

Community Survey of the Santa Rosa Police Department- The Police Department would like your input!  Please click on the link below to complete a survey sponsored by the Police Department.  In addition to the on-line survey, 4,000 paper surveys will be mailed to randomly selected residents within the city limits.  Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and ideas. http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SRPDCommunitySurvey

 

Don Taylor's Omelette Express is a West End Sponsor

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Early May Calendar
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• Monday, April 30th, 2012
 It is the beginning of May- time to start the outdoor event season. West End Bocce begins on May 18th. It’s also time to get into your gardens- Luther Burbank Home & Gardens has a plant sale on May 6th.  May 9th- 13th is all about the AMGEN Tour of CA and supporting events. Luther Burbank Parade is on May 19th. It’s gorgeous out there- go outside and soak it up!

May 2nd- May 23rd- New Qigong Class- Flying Crane Qigong- utilize movement, breath and visualization to train one’s energy or Qi. This 4 week class is held every Wednesday at 10 a.m. Additional classe available in   June (6/6- 6/27).  DeTurk Class Cost is $46. To register call 543-3737 or santarosarec.com

May 4th, Friday- SRJC First Friday Night Sky Programs offered the first Friday of  March -May 2012. Show content varies with emphasis on the stars, constellations, planets, and other interesting facts in or about the sky that night. Seating on a first-come, first-served basis; arrive early enough to pick up your free parking permit, return it to  vehicle and back to planetarium by show start time. FREE but donations gratefully appreciated. More info at http://www.santarosa.edu/planetarium/publicshows.html Location: SRJC- Planetarium at Lark Hall, Room 2001 Time: 7 & 8:30 p.m.

May 5th, Saturday-  First SATURDAY Cleanup (ages 6 and up welcome). Join neighbors and youth in the care of Prince Memorial Greenway the first Saturday of every month. Clean-up supplies provided. Organized by West Ender Stan Gow. For more info go to http://firstsaturdaycleanup.org Time: 10 a.m.

May 5th, Saturday- A Celebration of Jazz and Art to Support Our Parks An afternoon of artistic talent as we celebrate the release of jazz singer Steve Puleo’s CD “Smile” and the photography and painted works of artist Samuel Farinato, including his encounter art collection “Into the Unseen.” All proceeds from ticket sales benefit the City of Santa Rosa’s Recreation & Parks’ efforts to repair and beautify Prince Memorial Greenway and Prince Gateway Park. Click here to purchase tickets online or call (707) 543-3282 Location: Church of One Tree – 492 Sonoma Ave., Santa Rosa Time: 3 – 6pm  

Jazz Art Flyer

May 5th, Saturday- The Pulsators. Rock and roll. $10 21 years + Location: Last Day Saloon Time: 8 p.m. Door, 8:30 show.

May 5th, Saturday,  –  S. R. Rural Cemetery History Tour. Learn about the lives of Santa Rosa’s early citizens. Tours leave from the Franklin Gate. Free, but donations welcomed. Location: S. R. Rural Cemetery located at Franklin & Monroe Streets Time: 10:00, 10:20, 10:40 & 11:00 a.m.

May 6th, Sunday- 51st Annual 4-H ChickenQue. The famous barbecued chicken lunch and of course CAKE! Family fun with games, a petting zoo and club booths. The only fundraiser for Sonoma County 4-H! $8 presale, $9 at the door. Tickets can be purchased at fairgrounds Admin. Office. http://cesonoma.ucdavis.edu/Youth_Development/4-H_Events_and_Activities/ChickenQue Location: Sonoma County Fairgrounds Time: 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

May 6th, Sunday- Luther Burbank Plant Sale. Tomatoes! Tomatoes! Tomatoes!  a plentiful supply of edible and flowering plants for sale at LBH&G. These plants are extra special because our volunteer Gardeners have carefully propagated them from this historic Garden!  Eleven varieties of tomatoes, including the famous “Burbank Slicer;” and a variety of vegetables including peppers, squash, and pumpkins will be available. You’ll also find Shasta daisies, cannas, puyas, and other perennials. Prices vary. Location: LBH&G Santa Rosa Avenue at Sonoma Avenue Time: 10- 4 p.m.

May 6th, Sunday –6th Street IMPROV! The Mother’s Day Show. A team of professional improv artists will perform unique stories inspired by your suggestions. It’s up to you!! $14 Location: 6th Street Playhouse, The GK Hardt Theater, 52 w. 6th Time: 8 p.m.  See website for complete info.

Graffiti Alert: El Norte hit the fence at 120 Boyce Street last night (Sunday, the 29th).  The excellent landlord already painted over it today. Please be aware, call police for suspicious circumstances and if you do get tagged- photograph it for the SRPD and then paint over it asap.

Graffiti Hotline: 543-3499 Report graffiti vandalism.
Police Department Report graffiti in progress  528-5222

Announcement Guidelines:  The West End Neighborhood Association website is a tool that gives out information that is West End related or of West End interest.  Announcements are subject to our West End Neighborhood Association guidelines. turned. Do you have a West End or Railroad Square related announcement? Announcements can be emailed ( 1 week lead time required) to Lea Barron-Thomas at westend@sonic.net

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Asphalt, Fiddlers & Wine
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• Wednesday, April 25th, 2012
April is coming to a close… West End Bocce will be starting up next month.

April 26th, Thursday- Public Hearing for BoDean Company. Comments and questions may be directed to Bill Rose, City Planner, Dept. of Community Development, City of S. R. 100 Santa Rosa Ave., Room 3, Santa Rosa CA 95404  Phone: 707-543-3253  Email: wrose@srcity.org Location: City Hall Chamber, City Hall, 100 Santa Rosa Ave. Time: 4 p.m.

Neighbors Raise Stink Over Asphalt Plant

Video- A look at BoDean Asphalt Plant

BoDean Asphalt- located in downtown S. R.

April 26th, Thursday- D’Argenzio – Wine Down Thursday- Italian night. Live Music with Steve Albini. Wine By the Glass & Pasta Pasta Pasta. For info: info@dargenziowine.com or call 707 280 4658. Location: D’Argenzio Winery 1301 Cleveland Ave, Santa Rosa CA Time: 6 – 9 pm

April 27th, Friday- Chop’s Spring Variety Showcase. A showcase of Chop’s teen member’s accomplishments in music, dance, comedy, art & more. Location: Chop’s Teen Club 509 Adams Street Time: 5- 7 p.m. For more info chopsonline.com

April 27th & April 28th 6th Street IMPROV! Improvised Musicals. If you enjoyed Whose Line is It Anyway? on television, you’ll love 6th Street Improv live!! A team of professional improv artists will perform unique stories inspired by your suggestions. It’s up to you!! $14 Location: 6th Street Playhouse, The Studio Theater, 52 w. 6th Time: 8 p.m. See website for complete info

April 28th, Saturday- The Daniel Castro Band + Dangerous Beauties (belly dance troupe from SF). This is an evening of Blues and belly dancing. $10 21 years + Location: Last Day Saloon Time: 7:30 p.m. door, 8 p.m. show

April 29th, Sunday- San Francisco Scottish Fiddlers. Join the San Francisco Scottish Fiddlers for their 25th annual Spring Concert Series. The stage will be filled with 120 musicians playing fiddles, piano, drums, cellos, guitars, harps and more, providing an infectious sense of fun and joy in community-based music making. Avery Risling-Sholl has a solo with dad, Ken Risling backing him. Reserved Seating $24 Adults/$15 for Youth 17 and younger. tickets online: www.brownpapertickets.com, tickets by phone: (800) 838-3006. Location: Spreckels Perf. Arts Center, R.P Time: 3:00PM

May 2nd- May 23rd- New Qigong Class- Flying Crane Qigong- utilize movement, breath and visualization to train one’s energy or Qi. This 4 week class is held every Wednesday at 10 a.m.  Additional classes available in   June (6/6- 6/27).  DeTurk Class Cost is $46. To register call 543-3737 or santarosarec.com

Do you have a crime to report? Post it on our Facebook page so the whole neighborhood hears about it. http://www.facebook.com/groups/45503934491

Do you have any Pet Friendly news? a photo of your West End dog? or something else that will delight animal lovers? Email Lea Barron-Thomas

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Smart Meeting Tonight
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• Thursday, April 19th, 2012
Don’t forget the Neighborhood SMART meeting tonight at DeTurk Round Barn. It’s a good time to ask questions. Hope you enjoy the weekend and Earth Day. 

April 19th, Thursday SMART public meeting regarding construction to begin on April 27th.  The contractor will be utilizing the SMART property at Railroad Square as a construction material storage and construction staging area. There will be a fence around the SMART property, there may be some dust and noise. Have Questions? This is a good time to ask. For more info contact Matt Stevens 707-521-0716  Location: DeTurk Round Barn, Santa Rosa  Time: 7:00 PM Facebook

April 20th, Saturday- Hand Me Down. West End’s own Tim Sarter (a very busy musician!) will be playing with “Hand Me Down” on Saturday night. Location: Toad in the Hole Time: Music starts around 10 p.m. but there is limited seating so get there early.

April 21st, Saturday – FAMILY DAY at the Sonoma County Museum A Springtime/Earth Day themed Family Day at the Sonoma County Museum! Activities, hands-on crafts, demonstrations, performances and more! Free admission for children 12 and under, and free for members of the museum. Regular admission applies for all others. Location: Sonoma County Museum 425 7th Street Time: 11am-2pm

Yoga Every Monday & Friday- Join Tara Garland RYT of Wild Orchid Yoga. All levels & all ages welcome, beginners through seasoned yogis & yoginis! Tara Garland is a 200-hour registered yoga teacher and Relax and Renew restorative yoga-trained. Classes are one hour and fifteen minutes of various asana (pose) sequences designed to provide a well-balanced practice. Modifications are offered to make asanas more approachable or more challenging for a student at any level. Bring a yoga mat if you have one (we will have a small selection available to use on a first come, first serve basis). Sliding scale $5-15 for more info & full class schedule WildOrchidYoga.net (707)228-3114 Location: The Arlene Francis Center 99 6th St. Santa Rosa Time: Every Monday 11:15am-12:30pm & Friday 12-1:15pm

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W. E. SMART meeting, Earth Day
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• Monday, April 16th, 2012
The DeMeo Park clean up was amazing. Westenders joined together with Chop’s Interact Club, Santa Rosa West Rotary Club and Boy Scout Troop 509 to give the park a Spring cleaning. See photos and more below. April 22nd, Sunday is Earth Day- you can help clean the Prince Memorial Greenway on Saturday and enjoy the  Earth Day Festival in Courthouse Square on Sunday.    

DeMeo Park Community Cleanup. Thanks to all the folks who spent their Saturday to clean up DeMeo Park. The park was in sad shape- weeds had invaded, the bocce courts were a wreck , ivy and privets had claimed ownership of the cyclone fences.  After hours of hard labor, the park has improved and wood chips are being spread to prevent new weeds. On future clean ups we will paint and repair the picket fences, continue grooming the bushes and clean up.  Thank you wonderful West Enders, S. R. West Rotary Club, Chop’s Interact Club and Boy Scout Troop 509. DeMeo Park Cleanup Photos

Allen & Jacquie get the courts ready

April 19th, Thursday SMART public meeting regarding construction to begin on April 27th.  The contractor will be utilizing the SMART property at Railroad Square as a construction material storage and construction staging area. There will be a fence around the SMART property, there may be some dust and noise. The first construction segment will be from B Street in Petaluma to Todd Road.   Construction activities will include replacing culverts and drainage features, followed by removing the existing rail, regrading the embankment, putting down new ballast (rock), building new track and tamping it down.  The contractor has indicated that they will be able to process about 1,600 feet per 4-5 days. For more info contact Matt Stevens 707-521-0716  Location: DeTurk Round Barn, Santa Rosa  Time: 7:00 PM

Smart Meeting in DeTurk Round Barn

Apr 20th to May 13th- The Marvelous Wonderettes takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom where we meet the Wonderettes, four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! Location: 6th Street Playhouse 52 W. 6th Street  GK Hardt Theater Time: See website for showtimes and ticket

April 21st, Saturday- Earth Day on the Greenway Celebrate Earth Day’s 42nd birthday on the Prince Memorial Greenway. Help with a clean up of Santa Rosa Creek, native plant care, and trail maintenance. Tools and refreshments provided. (ages 5 to adult) Creek Stewards Event Calender Contact: Alistair Bleifuss at 543-3845 or ableifuss@ci.santa-rosa.ca.us Location: Meet at the Olive Park footbridge. From W. 3rd St. turn south onto Railroad St., left onto Hazel St. On-street parking. Time: 9:00 AM to noon

April 22nd, Sunday- Earth Day Fair at Old Courthouse Square Earth Day festivities return to Old Courthouse Square. Drop by for inspiration and awareness on how to protect the environment and our own health. Check www.srcity.org/earthday for details. To volunteer contact Elise Howard at 543-3799 or ehoward@srcity.org Location: Courthouse Square on Santa Rosa Avenue. Time: Noon to 4:00 PM

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April 28th, Saturday- Baby Seal Club- CD release party. Coop d’État, a Black Tie and Beaks Poultry Formal, where people-sized hens and roosters will get down in our custom Hopmonk Human Hen House™ (Baby Seal Club’s first “4-H” program), a concept you didn’t know you needed to experience but strangely can’t miss now. $12 admission / $20 with shiny new CD. Ticket Prepurchase. Location: Hopmonk Tavern 230 Petaluma Avenue, Sebastopol  Time: 8:30 pm  door, BBS at 10:30 Facebook

COOP d'etat

 

Franco American Bakery is a West End Sponsor

Do you have any Pet Friendly news? a photo of your West End dog? or something else that will delight animal lovers? Email Lea Barron-Thomas

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This Week – DeTurk at Planning Commission
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• Monday, April 09th, 2012
Two important dates for Westenders- April 12th – Public Hearing on DeTurk Round Barn’s Use permit at the Planning Commission and April 14th- DeMeo Park Cleanup. As a neighborhood that cares about where we live, we take part in changes and improvements that will affect the West End.  

April 12th, Thursday- DeTurk Round Barn Use Permit at Planning Commission.  This Thursday night S. R. Recreation and Parks Department will be asking the Planning Commission to modify the Conditional Use Permit that governs the operation of the Round Barn. In 2009 neighbors worked with the City for over six months and the impact from the weddings and events over the first year have been minimal. This is due to having a use permit that works. Now the Rec. and Parks department is asking for significant changes. What can you do? #1 Voice your objection to these changes by writing a letter or calling Noah Housh, City Planner, Department of Community Development – telephone 707-543-4322 or e-mail: mailto:nhoush@srcity.org #2 Attend the Planning Commission this Thursday, April 12th meeting starts at 4 p.m. but we are item 10- so this might start anywhere after 4:15 p.m.

Planning Commission Agenda        More info on proposed changes

Staff Report

DeTurk Round Barn Use Permit11457

 

April 10th, Tuesday SMART public meeting regarding construction to begin on April 27th.  The first construction segment will be from B Street in Petaluma to Todd Road. In
addition, the contractor will be utilizing the SMART property at Railroad Square as a construction material storage and construction staging area. They will put up a fence around the SMART property in the next week. Construction activities will include replacing culverts and drainage features, followed by removing the existing rail, regrading the embankment, putting down new ballast (rock), building new track and tamping it down. Needless to say, there may be some dust and noise. The contractor has indicated that they will be able to process about 1,600 feet per 4-5 days. For more info contact Matt Stevens 707-521-0716 Location: Sheppard Elementary School, in the large gymnasium 1777 West avenue, Santa Rosa (off of Sebastopol Road) Time: 7:00 PM

Press Demo- SMART Construction Set to Begin in Santa Rosa

April 13th to April 22nd- CABARET  – “A Glass of Cabaret!”  Songs of romance in the intimate cabaret setting of the Studio Theatre. 6th Street Playhouse and Napa Valley’s Lucky Penny Productions team up for this enchanting evening celebrating lovers and their libation of choice by “raising a glass to romance!” Riser Seats- $20 Table Seats- $30  Location: 6th Street Playhouse, The Studio Theater,  52 w. 6th Street Time: Fri & Sat at 8:00;  Sun at 2:00  See website for complete info

April 13th Friday,Darkside Tours Experience the dark side of Santa Rosa’s history. Hear and see true tales of murder, suicide and other ghastly tragedies of past Santa Rosa residents. Evening Tours – Space is limited. REQUIRES PRE-REGISTRATION $25 Tickets on sale Thursday, Feb. 9, 2012 Location: S. R. Rural Cemetery located at Franklin & Monroe Streets Times:  No. 62187-  8:00pm ;  No. 62189-  9:00pm; No. 62188-  8:30pm;  No. 62190-  9:30pm

April 14th, Saturday-  DeMeo Park Clean up. Time for Spring Cleaning! The West End Neighborhood and Chop’s Interact Club will join forces to tidy up DeMeo Park. We plan to trim the bushes, spread bark, weed and groom the bocce court. We will then celebrate our clean park with a BBQ. Please bring your gardening tools (remember to mark them for easy identification), gloves and energy. Everyone is welcome. Hope to see you there! Location: DeMeo Park Time: 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. clean up; BBQ to follow.

Wineyard seeks urban niche in Santa Rosa- The Press Democrat has a nice article about the Wineyard Collective. Many of us have already spent lots of time at D”Argenzio Winery but perhaps you haven’t had a chance to visit the Wineyard. It is a collective tasting room for four local wineries on of them is Shone Farm, the teaching farm for S. R. Junior College. It also has a beer tasting room. No need to drive out to far away tasting rooms… when there is a urban winery within walking distance!

 

Wineyard is a new West End sponsor

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DeTurk Round Barn: City Proposes Major Changes
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• Saturday, April 07th, 2012

One of the main goals of the West End Neighborhood Association is to provide neighborhood input to the City of Santa Rosa. DeTurk Round Barn’s use permit is currently under review and the City is asking for significant changes. The DeTurk Round Barn is in the heart of the West End- it is of vital importance that events at the Round Barn do not take away from the quality of life in our neighborhood.

Dear Neighbors,

This Thursday night S. R. Recreation and Parks Department will be asking the Planning Commission to modify the Conditional Use Permit that governs the operation of the Round Barn. In 2009 neighbors worked with the City for over six months and the impact from the weddings and events over the first year have been minimal. This is due to having a use permit that works. Now the Rec. and Parks department wants to modify this permit and that will strip the neighborhood of the protections we fought hard to have. Here are the changes they are asking for:

1) Increase the occupancy from 150 to 500- without a special event permit. This is an increase of over 300%.

2) Allow events of under 200 people to occur without any limits.

3) They are also asking to allow 3 events of over 200 every month. This would allow large events every week for a six week period without a break. Currently the use permit allows events of over 70 people to occur only twice in a 30 day period.

4) Allows for private New Year’s Eve party without a special event permit. Many residents voiced concerns regarding hours of operation, alcohol consumption and loud parties at the Barn. This new permit turns its back on all of those concerns.

The current use permit recognizes that the Round Barn has no off street parking. Facilities like the barn of similar size would need 130 “off “street parking spaces. The neighbors agreed to put up with the reality that most if not all event parking would take place on our streets if the City limited the size and frequency of the events. Now the City seems determined to increase the impacts on our neighborhood.

What can you do?

#1 Voice your objection to these changes by writing a letter or calling Noah Housh, City Planner, Department of Community Development – telephone 707-543-4322 or e-mail: mailto:nhoush@srcity.org

#2 Attend the Planning Commission this Thursday, April 12th meeting starts at 4 p.m. but we are item 10- so this might start anywhere after 4:15 p.m.

Take a moment to email or commit to attending on Thursday. If you are involved now- we can prevent long term neighborhood problems that this new proposal might cause in the future.

Sincerely, Lea Barron-Thomas

President

West End Neighborhood Association

DeTurk Round Barn is a community building in the heart of the West End

Notice of Public Hearing

City of SR Staff Report 53 Pages

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Spring Meeting Recap
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• Sunday, March 18th, 2012
It was an awesome West End Spring Meeting. Over 50 neighbors and friends came out to hear the latest news, discuss recent issues and to meet up with other neighbors. We heard how we can work as a collective team to fight crime in the neighborhood. We also had our newest neighbor attend (see photo  below).

Our newest West Ender was at the meeting

 For those of you who did not attend, Jennifer Watson has prepared this brief recap of our featured speakers.

Sergeant Rich Celli and his colleague Officer Dan Marincik attended the neighborhood meeting last week to speak about the recent drug-related arrests and to commend the neighborhood on our involvement.  Sgt. Celli and Officer Marincik want to encourage neighbors to continue to call to report suspicious activity, people or vehicles.   Remember that this is our neighborhood, not the drug dealers.  Let’s work together with the Police so this crew gets the message that selling drugs is not OK in our neighborhood! Here is how you can help…

Non-Emergency Dispatch, 528-5222 – To report suspicious people, vehicles or activity.  Remember that any description you have can really help (gender, race, approx height, weight, clothing, car color, address, etc.)

Graffiti Hotline, 543-3499 – To report graffiti.  There has been a spike in graffiti around the city and in our neighborhood.  There is once again a member of SR Police actively responding to reports called into the Graffiti Hotline.  If you see graffiti ‘in progress’, please call Non-Emergency Dispatch.

We are extremely fortunate to have the Downtown Enforcement Team covering our neighborhood. If you are aware of an emerging or existing pattern of issues report to Non-Emergency Dispatch (available 24/7) first and then follow up with Sergeant Celli or Officer Dan Marincik (Not on call 24/7, they will respond when they are able.)

Sergeant Rich Celli, 543-3639, rcelli@srcity.org – Sergeant Celli is in charge of the ‘Downtown Enforcement Team’ and Beat 9 (he also handles Traffic.)  He works on the ‘big picture’ and is also out on the streets of our neighborhood.

Officer Dan Marincik, 543-3600 ext 3879, dmarincik@srcity.org –Officer Marincik is part of the ‘Downtown Enforcement Team’ and his active patrol area includes our neighborhood.

For more information about the March 12th arrests on Lincoln & Ripley Streets, read the press release from Sgt. Richard Celli and view the Press Democrat article

Ripley Street rock cocaine arrest -SRPD Press Release

(Excellent report Jennifer! )

Graffiti? A pothole that needs filling? Just released: An app for iPhone or Android called “My Santa Rosa” that allows citizens to report problems to the City directly. Description: Issues submitted with this application go directly into the issue tracking system in Santa Rosa, CA. This ensures the fasted response as your issue is automatically routed to the appropriate employee to handle your issue. Please report issues as you see them so we can make Santa Rosa, CA an even better place to live and work.
Crime Alert: Somebody broke into a Carport storage area on the 200 block of W. 6th Street. Locks were cut- mostly tools stolen. This happened on 3/16, Friday sometime after 11:45 p.m. A police report was filed.

 Do you have a crime to report? Post it on our Facebook page so the whole neighborhood hears about it. http://www.facebook.com/groups/45503934491

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The latest W. E. Scoop Thursday night at 7 p.m.
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• Wednesday, March 14th, 2012
So much to talk about! Cocaine Arrests, BoDean Asphalt Co., graffiti and a lack of pedestrian access through the downtown mall are all subjects we can discuss at the West End Neighborhood Association Spring Meeting.  Sgt. Rich Celli and  the City of S. R.’s Assistant City Manager Jennifer Phillips will be on had to provide us with information. Find out what’s going on- we’ll see you at the meeting. 
West End Spring Meeting at DeTurk Round Barn

West End Spring Meeting at DeTurk Round Barn

March 15th, Thursday- West End Neighborhood Association Spring Meeting. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Time: 7 p.m.

Ripley Street rock cocaine arrest -SRPD Press Release

Gaye LeBaron: Discussions over Santa Rosa Plaza nothing new

For over 35 years, many citizens have felt that downtown Santa Rosa has been divided by monolith called the Santa Rosa Plaza. Recently, the mall owner/manager Simon Property Group (aka the largest real estate company in the U.S.) while going through the City’s Design review process completely refuses to improve the situation in anyway. Read Gaye LeBaron’s fascinating look at the long running, infamous debate.

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board – The S. R. City Council is seeking applications from interested citizens to fill one at-large position representing the Senior Community on the City’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board. BPAB provides City staff with input on the type of pedestrian and bicycle transportation projects that should be considered for commuting and what priority those projects should have.   Board meets on the third Thursday of every month from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the City Hall Annex, 90 Santa Rosa Avenue. For more info or an application call (707) 543-3010, or visit the City’s website . Deadline on Thursday, March 22, 2012.  DOWNLOAD THE APPLICATION HERE

First Saturday Clean Up a Success-  fifty volunteers turned out on the  March 3, 2012, First Saturday clean up on Santa Rosa Creek along the Prince Memorial Greenway. The creek and Olive Park look a lot better after the efforts of neighbors along with youth and parents of Santa Rosa Mothers Club, Rincon Valley Middle School, Willowside Middle School, Boy Scout Troop 509, Club Scout Pack 20, Cub Scout Pack 58, American Heritage Girls Troop 58 and Club Scout Pack 134.Remember the next “First Saturday clean ups” are on April 7th and May 5th. Congratulations to West Ender Stan Gow for the great service First Saturday provides to the community. It you would like to receive updates go to http://firstsaturdaycleanup.org

Neighborhood Watch is the most effective and least expensive tool for ensuring the safe environment that we all want for our families. This is homeowner’s insurance that works!

Do you have a crime to report? Post it on our Facebook page so the whole neighborhood hears about it. http://www.facebook.com/groups/45503934491

Assistance League is a West End Sponsor

The West End Neighborhood where urbanism, preservation, art and people come together! For the latest updates, crime alerts, full calendar of events and photos- go the West End Neighborhood website. Click Here!

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THIS Thursday 7 p.m. W. E. Neighborhood Meeting
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• Monday, March 12th, 2012
The March 2012 West End Neighborhood News has just been published and that means that the Spring West End Neighborhood meeting is just around the corner. Jennifer Phillips, City of Santa Rosa’s Assistant City Manager will be our guest speaker. There will be interesting updates and a chance for neighbors to introduce themselves. Hope to see you there!

Meet your neighbors at the DeTurk Round Barn

March 15th, Thursday- West End Neighborhood Association Spring Meeting. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Time: 7 p.m.

Thank you to our neighbors who deliver the West End newsletter to your doorstep: Steven Higbee, John & Marcella Mendes, Kathy Hoare, Sher Ennis, Luke & Tiffany Kampmann, Roxanne & Lenny Trujillo, Allen Thomas, Michael & Becky McGinnis, Tim Sarter & Kelcey Jacobsen, Juliet Wilson, Jennifer Watson & Dave Drake & Betsy Hall.

The March Newsletter is now in our Archive

Other news: 

March 17th, Saturday. Auditions announced for upcoming production of The Producers. 6th Street Playhouse will be seeing Adult actors, by appointment only. All roles are available at this time!  Cast size: 14 male/10 female. All adult acting positions are paid a $300 stipend. To set up an audition appointment for Saturday, March 17th, please email your name, phone number, and time preference to: Craig A. Miller, Artistic Director  Craig@6thStreetPlayhouse.com  707-523-4185, x103 More info at www.6thstreetplayhouse.com

Call for Applicants for the Arts in Public Places committee. Do you have an opinion on art? This is your opportunity to serve on a committee where you can use it. The City’s Art in Public Places oversees the public art program and develops policies and goals for  public artwork and more. They meet on the 1st Monday of each month at 3:30pm. Applications are available online at www.srcity.org/arts , or in person at the Steele Lane Community Center, 415 Steele Lane, Santa Rosa. To request an application be mailed to you, please call (707) 543-4512.  Deadline to submit application is 5:00pm on March 23, 2012. Call for Applicants APPC

Betsy Hall Ph.D. MFT is a West End Sponsor

Neighborhood Watch is the most effective and least expensive tool for ensuring the safe environment that we all want for our families. This is homeowner’s insurance that works! Do you have a crime to report? Post it on our Facebook page so the whole neighborhood hears about it. http://www.facebook.com/groups/45503934491

The West End Neighborhood where urbanism, preservation, art and people come together! For the latest updates, crime alerts, full calendar of events and photos- go the West End Neighborhood website. Click Here!

 

 

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