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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

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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West End Tidbits
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• Wednesday, November 02nd, 2011

West End traffic alert: November 5th, Saturday- Run4Wishes 5 & 10 K Run-Walk.  Between the hours of 9 am and 11:30 am on Saturday, half of W. 6th street will be blocked off for runners, vehicles may still pass. W. 6th street will not be closed at any time. Volunteers on Pierson will briefly halt traffic for runners exiting the Pierson Reach.  Want to be involved?   Register for Race by visiting the Fleet Feet Sports store. Walkers or Runners, strollers and pets on leash welcome.  300 participants are anticipated. Appearance from NBC Hit reality series “The Biggest Loser” by Ashley Johnston, Koli Palu. Race Expo in Depo Park.   The race that benefits the “Make a Wish” Foundation.   For more info: Halley Eppinger, (707) 217-4724  Location: Depot Park (Prince Memorial Greenway) 9 Fourth Street Time: 9:00 a.m.

November 10th, Thursday- S. R. Sneak Preview of “Division III: Football’s Finest”. Santa Rosa native (and West End’s Catherine DePrima’s son) Marshall Cook is debuting his first feature film here next week. The film was inspired by Santa Rosans who influenced Marshall. He is donating half of the box office receipts to Cardinal Newman Youth Empowerment Services. Movie stars Andy Dick, Adam Carolla, Marshall Cook, Bryan Callen and Sally Kirkland. Q&A with Andy Dick & director Marshall Cook.  Cost is $10 Buy tickets at MarshallCook.com  Location: Roxy 14 Stadium, 85 Santa Rosa Avenue Time: 7:30 p.m  Press Demo

Wine Down, Eat Up Thursdays- Ray D’Argenzio owner of  D’Argenzio Winery says that he will continue to host this event through the Fall and winter seasons each Thursday from 5-9 p.m. It features live music- this week Chris Rovetti and the Meatballs, wine and four food trucks. Added bonus- it’s dog friendly! Facebook Location: Vintner’s Square 1301 Cleveland Ave. Time: 5- 9 p.m.

SRPD K9s have new life saving, bullet resistance vests.  K9s are often the first to get punched, kicked, stabbed or shot. Concerned about the safety of the SRPD K9s, Allen Thomas and Lea Barron-Thomas worked with a number of generous community members and the S. R. Police Department to purchase and donate these vests and also new bite suits, a vital training tool for K9 training. The very generous community members who also contributed: Western Farm Center, Betsy Hall & Gene Wright, Jennifer Watson, Zyromski & Konicek Attorneys at Law, Exchange Club,  Burbank Savings, Rick Dellar & Lehman and Waggener Dental Practice.  Special thanks goes to our good friends- Larry & Lou Bertolini at Western Farm for making this gift possible. A  foundation to support the S. R. P. D. K9 team is in the process of forming. Press Demo

SRPD K9 Boz, Officer Berg display a safety vest

The West End Kid’s Halloween Parade was a wonderful event. Friends and neighbors met to show off their outfits and to parade around the neighborhood and then everyone was off for trick and treating. Lots of West End houses were decked out for the enjoyment of little goblins.  Neighbor William Basie Daye III, a professional D. J., inspired us with music and a light show and the Fun Bike Unicorn Club wowed everyone with their spectacular human powered vehicles. Special thanks to Will Smith- who came up with the idea, Jacquie Smith for organizing the event and Gladis Calderson who took video in hand to record the event.  Good old fashioned neighborhood fun! If you missed it… here’s the VIDEO.

A small hotdog with lots of condiments

Halloween Parade Photos now in the photo Gallery- CLICK Here! Have any photos to share? Email them to Lea Barron-Thomas to get them posted.

CHOP’s Halloween Carnival. Many West Enders attended and had a great time. There was a cupcake walk, costume contests, face painting, carnival games, jumpee houses and more. Great fun! Chops Photo Gallery.

Delicious Halloween Cupcakes for the Cupcake walk

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. Do you have a West End or Railroad Square related announcement? Announcements can be emailed to Lea Barron-Thomas at westend@sonic.net

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10th & Ripley “Green Projects” on Saturday
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• Friday, May 13th, 2011
May 14th, Saturday-  Help us green 10th Street (Upper West End). 2 events on the Corner of 10th & Ripley

Whole House Energy Assessment 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.  at 103 10th Street

Front Yard Renovation  1:00 – 4:00 p.m. at 125 10th Street

Whole House Energy Assessment There will be a demonstration of a Whole House Energy Assessment that shows how to gather the information to make a priority list of improvements to improve energy efficiency.  The Goal being to improve the health and safety of your home and along with that save some money over the long term.  We all think of new windows to fix our problems in reality sometimes simple measures like caulking can improve our house significantly for a little money and time.

Front Yard Renovation Friends and neighbors are coming together to help each other with a Front Yard Renovation on 10th Street.  You are welcome to stop by 1:00 – 4:00 pm at 125 10th Street.  Donate some muscle or just say hi.  We’ll have refreshments to keep you cool. The project includes clearing weeds (mostly weed-whacked the day before), laying shade cloth and cardboard, placing plants, and covering the whole thing with mulch. Volunteers can bring gloves and shovels (pointy or flat) and/or cardboard.

What is this all about? 10th Street denizen Jessica Hetherington was inspired to find a local West End project for the 350 Home & Garden Challenge (sponsored by iGrow Sonoma and Daily Acts).  Have you seen Jessica’s yard blooming at 10th and Ripley?  We all know it’s hard to tame Bermuda grass (is that possible?) and sometimes things can get so out of control it’s just plain overwhelming.  The goal of this project is to help our neighbors on the path to having an easier to care for and sustainable yard/garden.  Jessica has worked through the 350 Home & Garden Challenge to find donations of mulch and plants –thank you Jessica!

We hope to see you on Saturday!!  Contact Jennifer Watson if you have any questions: watson_jennifer@yahoo.com.

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. Do you have a West End or Railroad Square related announcement? Announcements can be emailed to Lea Barron-Thomas at westend@sonic.net

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W. E. Crime Alert- Abandoned vehicles
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• Monday, March 07th, 2011
This is a report from Jennifer Watson, the West End’s Neighborhood Watch coordinator in the Upper West End (North of 9th Street).  Jennifer has done an exceptional job of organizing and communicating crime reports. As neighbors, we all need to work together to be pro-active to criminal activity.  Today’s Alert:

Hi Neighbors.  Two abandoned vehicles were noticed and called-in to the SR Police Dept today (one from 10th St and one from Ripley St).  It turned out that both were reported as stolen. They were both removed (one was recovered by the owners –a bit of good news!).

If you notice a vehicle that has not moved for more than 72 hours or one that looks stolen (missing wheels, broken windows, etc), please CALL the SR Police Dept.  Let’s not let our neighborhood become a dumping ground for stolen vehicles.

To report an abandoned vehicle (no movement for 72 hours and a car you do not recognize):  Call 543-3600, press 1, and then 1 again to report a non-emergency that requires police response.  You will want a description of vehicle and the plate number. They will run the plates immediately and determine if it is stolen.  If it’s not stolen the car will be ‘noticed’ and eventually removed.  If it’s stolen SR Police will be out ASAP to recover the vehicle.

To report a stolen vehicle (car with missing wheels, broken glass, you get the idea): Call 528-5222 and you will reach non-emergency dispatch.  Provide description and plate numbers.

Hope you will all be able to attend the neighborhood meeting on Thurs, March 17, 7:00 pm at the ROUND BARN!      Best,   Jennifer 121 10th Street

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!

Neighborhood Watch works!

Neighborhood Watch works!

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

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W. E. Crime Alert- car break in
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• Wednesday, December 15th, 2010
This is a report from Jennifer Watson, the West End’s Neighborhood Watch coordinator in the Upper West End (North of 9th Street).  Jennifer Watson has done an exceptional job of organizing and communicating crime reports. As neighbors, we all need to work together to be pro-active to criminal activity.  Today’s Alert:

CRIME ALERT – CAR ROBBERY – Upper West End area (North of 9th)

Hi Neighbors,

Neighbor Russ Toran reports: “At 6:08 am this morning (Wed, 12/15) my car was broken into at 932 Ripley St (at the end of 11th Street.) The Sony AM/FM compact disk player was taken.  My car was locked because the alarm went off, however, there was no sign visible sign of forced entry like a broken window. They must have used those devices AAA uses when you lock your keys in the car. They went through the glovebox and the trunk. Too bad the downtown area of Santa Rosa is like this. This is the second time my car has been broken into to in the the past two years.”

If you see or hear suspicious activity in the neighborhood: Call the Police. Non-emergency 528-5222 and Emergency 911 (on Cell phones- call 528-5222 for both). Also call (or email) your neighbors to report situations or to get backup.    Let’s keep communicating to keep our neighborhood safer!

Sincerely,   Jennifer Watson, 121 10th Street, 568-3735

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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West End & Railroad Square News items
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• Wednesday, September 01st, 2010
It’s been years since neighbors first saw that first exciting plan for the SMART rail site. West End neighbors have tirelessly followed the many changes over the many years. Here’s the latest on the SMART site and other items of interest:

SMART Santa Rosa Railroad Square Station site- More changes proposed for the site. Mayor Susan Gorin urges approval as neighbors and other groups state concern. See Press Democrat Story

SMART Santa Rosa Railroad Square Station Site- West End residents and West End Neighborhood Association Board members, Carol Dean & Allen Thomas urge the SMART board to open any meetings, discussions or decision to the public. See Press Democrat The West End thanks Carol and Allen for their leadership and diligent attention to this very complicated, ever changing project.

Gateways Advisory committee- On August 23rd, the City of Santa Rosa Redevelopment Agency Board Appointed seven members to serve on the Gateways Community Advisory Committee. We are proud to announce that 3 members of this committee live in the West End. Congratulations to Jennifer Watson, Carissa Green and Allen Thomas.

CHOP’S TEEN CLUB ANNOUNCES NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR- Diana Curtin appointed as Executive Director. Diana was promoted from her position as Program Director where for the past 15 months she has been working under the mentorship of Kay Marquet, former Executive Director. Diana has lead the process of developing a variety of solid programs such as the barista certification, culinary, Chop’s Jam Band, hip hop dance, social dance, sewing and embroidery, ceramics, dog care and agility and much more. The DeMeo Teen Club Inc., more familiarly known as Chop’s Teen Club , got its start with a gracious gift from Charles ‘Chop’ DeMeo in 1995. Its members can drop-into Chop’s after school, on weekends, and over the summer, taking advantage of its extensive resources, which include a tech lounge, gymnasium, climbing wall, art studio, teaching kitchen with espresso station, recording studio and nightclub. Teen members can also attend a variety of special events, including, dances, variety showcases, art galas, movie screenings and much more. Chop’s membership is open to all Santa Rosa teens for $1.00 per year. Fees are charged for additional classes including: art, culinary and barista programs that help to prepare teens for jobs and careers. For information or a tour, visit www.chopsonline.com or call 707.284.CHOP (2467).

Diana Curtin

Diana Curtin

Train Cars on SMART site- They have been a part of this area for so long that many of us don’t even notice them anymore.  A few of us have actually been inside them to see the beautiful rehab job- a labor of love of owner, Wes Vail. We had always hoped that one day they would have a permanent home in Railroad Square but that just didn’t happen. By the end of this month, the train cars will go to their new home, a train museum somewhere in the Eureka area.

The train cars will leave Railroad Square

The train cars will leave Railroad Square

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

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Songwriters in the Round and other events
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• Monday, April 26th, 2010

The Bocce Cleanup was a wonderful warm up to the season. Neighbors worked, socialized and ate bake goods from the West End Charter School bake sale. Opening night for Bocce is Friday May 14th. West End Neighborhood Yard sale this Saturday May 1st. (rain date May 8th).

Bocce Clean up Group

Bocce Clean up Group

Monday April 26th 6 p.m.-  Museum on the Square public meeting. The proposed project will adapt and reuse 520 Third St. (aka AT&T building) for cultural, commercial and residential. For more info: Bill Rose City of S.R. project planner- wrose@srcity.com.  Location: City Council Chambers at City Hall.

Wednesday April 28th at 8 p.m.- Songwriter Showcase: Rob Heath, Ken Risling ( West End artist) and Mike Ehlers. An evening of great acoustic, original music from seasoned songcrafters. The “songwriters in the round” format will keep all three artists on the stage in rotation, trading songs and stories.  Ken Risling’s songs have won numerous awards. With a warm manner and inviting voice, he is perhaps best known for delivering heartfelt tales. Ken’s songs range in genre from folk, country, 50′s blues, swing to modern rock. Location: Hopmonk Tavern 230 Petaluma Ave, Sebastopol.

Songwriters in the Round

Friday April 30th at 4:30 p.m.- Chops Teen Club Variety Showcase. The evening will showcase Chop’s teen member’s accomplishments in music, dance, fashion, art, martial arts and more. Appetizers will be served by the Chop’s Teen Catering Crew. Performances will take place from 5:00- 6:16 p.m. Come for the entertainment and experience the Chop’s Teen Club mission in action. Please RSVP to info@chopsonline.com or call Kathy Denton at (707) 284-2467. Chop’s

Saturday May 1st 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.-  West End Neighborhood Spring Yard Sale Time for Spring Cleaning! Empty out those closets and garages. (Rain Date is May 8th). $5 donation if you would like to participate- this covers costs of ads, signs that will be put up (and taken down) on the day of sale. Want to purge but don’t want to sell? The West End Charter School yard sale welcomes your donations. Drop them off at 127 W. 6th Street from 4-6 p.m. on Thursday, April 29th.

West End Yard Sale

West End Yard Sale

Sunday May 2nd Noon to 6 p.m. The Second Annual Mostly Python. The Toad will be closing 5th Street down and have bands and brilliant actors performing brilliant sketches. A day to remember, special menus and vast quantities of beer. Toad in the hole.

For more West End Neighborhood photos- check out the Gallery

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

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