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Most Claremonters know Padua Park is a lot more than just green soccer fields. With its unique design, people of all ages can be seen rolling around the hills, jogging or just sightseeing from the trail surrounding the park.
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MEETTHECANDIDATES
Council race kicks-off with 8 candidates vying for 3 seats.

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The faces are the same, but the responsibilities and challenges the new CUSD leadership will face may change
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COURIER photo/Steven Felschundneff Tom Willis knows its just fine to be different. To demonstrate his unique abilities, Mr. Willis uses his foot to throw a Frisbee into the crowd Tuesday during Ability Awareness Day at Sycamore School in Claremont. Find out more about his personal story and all the incredible things he can do on page 14.
The CHS boys basketball team kept their turnovers in check for an 83-67 victory
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Farewell party slated for Councilman Yao

The community is invited to bid Councilmember Peter Yao farewell at a reception this Sunday afternoon at the Hip Kitty Jazz and Fondue Lounge. Mr. Yao resigned from the city council on November 29 after being selected to serve on the Citizens Redistricting Commission. He served 2 terms on the city council and has already begun his work with the state commission. The event takes place from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Hip Kitty in the Packing House.
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OLA School of Claremont captures honors at mathematics competitions

At the Bishop Amat Mathematics Competition on December 11, Joseph Miller and Ryan Sie, both sixth graders at Our Lady
of the Assumption School, tied for first-place overall. Additionally, the sixth grade team placed second overall; the 7th grade team was third overall, and the 8th grade team placed second overall. OLA school took second place overall as the highest scoring school, and first place in Group 2 category. The competition featured 29 schools, and more than 400 students from Christian, public and Catholic schools in the local community. In a separate math competition, OLA sent two 8th grade teams to a competition at Damien High School in La Verne where OLA took first place overall and in the Superquiz among 20 schools. Ricky Conti (algebra) and Matthew Sie (arithmetic) took first place in their individual round. Jack Kunz took third in geometry, and Matthew Sie took first in the math medley exam. Matthew also won a $1500 scholarship to attend Damien High next year for being the top boy overall.
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While many people in the country are dealing with cold winter weather, Claremont has been blessed with warm days and cool nights and what looks like moonlit summer sunsets. This photo was taken off of Grand Avenue in Claremont.
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UNSETTLED WEATHER LIKELY TO CONTINUE... A series of weather disturbances is continuing to track across the eastern Pacific toward our area. Rainy periods can be expected through Monday. Further intensification is possible next week, with heavier rainfall possible late Tuesday into Wednesday. Daytime highs in the low 60s. Overnight lows near 50. Mostly light winds.
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Meet the candidates:

The final list of candidates is in. Claremont will have 8 city council candidates vying for 3 open seats in the upcoming election. Seats held by Mayor Linda Elderkin, Mayor Pro Tem Sam Pedroza and Councilmember Peter Yao will be up for grabs. Ms. Elderkin already announced she will not be running for a second term while Mr. Yao recently resigned from the council after being selected to serve on the Citizens Redistricting Commission of California. The election will take place March 8. Here is a brief look at your city council candidates. Joseph Armendarez A lifelong Claremont resident, Joseph Armendarez, 63, attended Oakmont Elementary School, El Roble Intermediate School and Claremont High School. After graduating from Cal Poly Pomona, he pursued a teaching career and currently works as a science teacher at Colony High School and at the Webb Schools in their summer studies program. Active in the schools and his childrens interests, the father of 4 volunteers as a coach and referee for AYSO, has been a PFA president at Our Lady of the Assumption and is involved in local neighborhood groups near El Barrio park. Mr. Armendarez believes he has the strengths to serve effectively on the city council. Im a good listener, a good leader and can help resolve issues to help our city progress, Mr. Armendarez said. Robin Haulman The only woman running in the election, Robin Haulman, 57, believes she has what it takes to be an effective city leader. She has severed 2 terms on the Architectural Commission and is proud of working on preservation issues in Claremont during a time of major development. The commissions work over the past 8 years includes much of the Village West, the Packing House and the Old School House renovation. Ms. Haulman has a law office in Upland where she specializes in consumer advocacy and small business litigation. A Claremont resident since 1998 and a mother of 2, Ms. Haulman also works in the Los Angeles County judge pro tem program, serving as a substitute judge in Pomona and Covina courthouses. As a city, we need to look at ways to foster economic development and generate more sales tax while preserving and protecting the values that are important to us, Ms. Haulman said. Rex Jaime At 32, Mr. Jaime is the youngest candidate in the field. A resident of Claremont since 2007, Mr. Jaime is a relative unknown in local political circles. A self-described people person, Mr. Jaime says he has gotten to know many people in the community during his short time in
With 8 candidates and 3 seats up for grabs, its anyones race in the March election
Claremont and will draw on their support in his first run for public office. Mr. Jamie works as a quality engineer at Technip, one of Claremonts largest employers. Hes involved in the Claremont Young Professionals through the Chamber of Commerce and hopes he can bring some fresh ideas to the city council. His priorities include safety, sustainability and support of the local small businesses. I want to be an example for the younger generation to get involved in the community, he said. Michael Keenan Michael Keenan, 55, has been involved in local politics for several decades. A resident of Claremont since 1979, Mr. Keenan has worked to preserve the Bernard Field Station, worked on the open space and conservation committee for the General Plan and with Sustainable Claremont. He is also a member of Active Claremont and Claremont Food Not Lawns. Mr. Keenan says his goal is to keep corporate interests out of local politics, thereby protecting local sovereignty of the people. The professional window and solar panel washer has previously run unsuccessfully for the city council in 2005 and 2007. Joseph Lyons Joseph Lyons, 65, has lived in Claremont for the last 9 years. Mr. Lyons, a retired researcher of infectious disease at the City of Hope Cancer Center, has been a board member for the National Alliance for Mental Illness and been an active volunteer while his 4 sons attended local schools. In 2008, Mr. Lyons ran unsuccessfully for a seat in the state senate against eventual winner Senator Bob Huff. He said he does not plan to accept a penny in donations for his city council campaign from donors outside of Claremont and challenged his fellow candidates to do the same. Among his priorities if elected are fiscal responsibility of government and the development and implementation of sustainability goals. Our sustainable plan can be a strong model for other communities and we need to continue to make the commitment to implement the plans goals, Mr. Lyons. Opanyi Nasiali Opanyi Nasiali, 65, has been active in the community for many years. The 25-year Claremont resident and native of Kenya, has served on the citys Traffic and Transportation Commission, campaigned for the Johnsons Pasture bond measure and volunteered with the schools, Chamber of Commerce and Meals on Wheels. Recently, Mr. Nasiali campaigned against the Measure CL school bond and currently serves on the citys ad hoc committee for economic sustainability. The retired city planner believes Claremont must face the reality of the new economic climate and will push for fiscal responsibility and pension reform for city employees if elected. I want to make sure that we are living within our means without compromising our values as a city, including trees, parks, senior and youth services and preserving open space, Mr. Nasiali said. If we dont live within our means, we can not sustain these things that we care about so dearly. As a councilmember, I will make fiscal sustainability a top priority. Mr. Nasiali ran unsuccessfully for a seat on the city council in 2003 and 2007. Sam Pedroza As the only incumbent in the election, Sam Pedroza, 42, should have a leg up on the competition. Before being elected to the city council in 2007, Mr. Pedroza served on the Community Services Commission and advocated for the purchase of Johnson's Pasture. Mr. Pedroza first ran for city council in 2005 but lost by a narrow margin. In the 2007 election, he ran again and was the top vote getter among 7 candidates. Mr. Pedroza said he is proud of the work the council has accomplished over the last 4 years and hopes to continue to serve the community. Among his goals if re-elected are to secure a supermarket for south Claremont, reconsider purchasing the water company and economic development. Jay Pocock Jay Pocock, 47, originally moved to Claremont in 1979. A father of 4 children under the age of 10, Mr. Pocock recently became involved in local affairs, campaigning against the Measure CL school bond with the group Claremont Taxpayers for Common Sense. Seeing how the bond measure was promoted, Mr. Pocock believes local governments can do better in managing its finances and using limited resources appropriately. I want to help change the long term plan of Claremont with less reliance on outside money and a greater percentage of our tax dollars going to the citizens and not the growth of the city bureaucracy, Mr. Pocock said. He believes this can be done by attracting new businesses to the city which will increase tax revenue and boost the local workforce. My top priority will be to draw in local businesses that benefit the community, Mr. Tony Krickl Pocock said.
Council moves on with 4 members until March election

Yaos seat left empty
ormer Councilmember Peter Yaos empty seat on the city council will remain vacant until the March 8 city council election. Mr. Yao submitted his resignation on November 29 after being selected to the Citizens Redistricting Commission. With only 5 remaining council meetings before the election, the 4 remaining council members decided to forgo appointing a new council member.
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ment negotiations. At the time, the city received $2.55 million from the state to make improvements to Base Line Road. In separate negotiations, the city is also working to get $50,000 from Caltrans for landscaping around the 210 Freeway, Mr. Parker said. Landfill contract agreed Claremonts trash will be hauled to a landfill in Rialto for the next 20 years in an agreement between the city and San Bernardino County. The contract was praised by council members for securing the citys long-term trash hauling needs at a low cost. This is a great deal and we have to do this as a city, Mayor Pro Tem Sam Pedroza said. Currently the city contracts with Republic Services Inc. in Orange County with tipping fees of $28.06 per ton of trash. The contact with San Bernardino County will have tipping fees of $26.75. The lower tipping fees mean Claremont homeowners will avoid hefty increases in their sanitation bills as landfills in Los Angeles and Orange counties begin to fill up in the coming years.
Foothill relinquishment work continues Negotiations are progressing with Caltrans to relinquish Foothill Boulevard to the city. City Manager Jeff Parker announced that the state transportation commission will consider the move in the next few months and the relinquishment could take place in January 2012. The city will receive some money from the state to make upgrades to Foothill Boulevard along with the transfer of ownership. In June 2007, the city took over ownership of Base Line Road from Caltrans after 6 years of relinquish-
With the new contract, Claremont can avoid joining the costly Waste-by-Rail program that many Los Angeles County cities will be forced to join. Tipping fees for Waste-by-Rail are expected to rise to $120 per ton by 2025, according figures from the Los Angeles Sanitation Districts. In comparison, Claremonts contract will keep tipping fees at $26.75 per ton over the first 5 years of the contract. The fees would be subject to increase with negotiated pricing reviews once every 5 years. Claremont received offers from both San Bernardino County and Republic Services Inc. for long-term contracts for hauling the citys trash. City staff examined both offers and found the contract with San Bernardino County would cost $325,652 less over the first 10 years. Based on the savings and the desire to secure a longterm contract, the council voted unanimously in favor of working with San Bernardino County. Councilmember Larry Schroeder said the saving from the contract will help keep sanitation bills stable for residents. Under the agreement, Claremonts waste will be hauled to Mid-Valley Landfill in Rialto beginning January 1, 2011.
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police blotter
Thursday, December 9 Around noon, 2 residents arrived at their home in the 3000 block of Kellett Avenue as 2 burglars were ransacking it. The burglars were startled and ran from the residence. The residents saw the pair of thieves running west from the home and heard a car start in the distance and speed off. They did not get a description of the vehicle. The suspects are described as a black male and a black female in their early 20s. Police located DNA left at the scene that is currently being processed. Friday, December 10 A home was burglarized in the 800 block of Northwestern Drive. The burglar entered through a locked rear door and ransacked the house. Using a pillowcase from the home, the burglar stole jewelry valued at $1500. Police have no leads in the case. Saturday, December 11 A couple staying at the Double Tree Hotel, 555 W. Foothill Blvd., was arrested after fighting in front of an employee. At 1:20 a.m., the employee saw the man choking the woman. The woman retaliated by pushing and hitting the man. Police were called and they arrested both parties for domestic violence. Arrested were Martha Paramo, 47, of San Dimas and Jeffrey Greenlee, 48, of Glendora. Neither person suffered significant injuries. *** A man caught shoplifting from Claremont Optometry, 318 N. Indian Hill Blvd., was arrested. At 1:45 p.m., the man was seen putting a pair of glasses into his vest pocket. As he attempted to leave the business, police arrived and detained him. In his possession, police found 4 pairs of glasses valued at $732. They also searched his vehicle and found 23 additional glasses, belts, belt buckles, handbags and a watch. A majority of the items still had tags on them. Police arrested Michael Moore, 64, of Covina for burglary, possession of stolen property and theft with prior convictions. Police are still trying to determine the source of the stolen property.
Sunday, December 12 A man was spotted looking into parked vehicles early in the morning was arrested. At 2:30 a.m., an owner of one of the vehicles saw the man looking into the windows of cars parked in the 1400 block of North Claremont Boulevard. After being confronted by the vehicle owner, the man fled the area. Police were called and located the man nearby. He was found to be carrying a pipe used for smoking methamphetamine. Aaron Land, 39, of Pomona was arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia and for 2 outstanding warrants. The warrants were for drug possession. Monday, December 13 A car was burglarized at the Claremont Club, 1777 Monte Vista Avenue. Between 10:30 a.m. and noon, a burglar smashed the right rear passenger window of Chevrolet Tahoe, unlocked the door and stole the third row seat out of vehicle. The seat is valued at $1000. A similar burglary occurred at the Claremont Club in March when the seat bench from a Chevrolet Tahoe was targeted. *** A shoplifter was chased out of Rhino Records in the Village. At 7:20 p.m., the man attempted to walk out of the store carrying magazines that were not paid for, setting off the stores alarm. A man-
ager attempted to detain the man, but was pushed onto the ground. A second store employee chased the shoplifter south on Yale Avenue and west onto Second Street but the man got away. The man is described as a black male, between 30 and 40 years old, 6 feet tall and weighing 220 pounds. During the chase, he dropped the stolen magazines valued at $13. The magazines were returned to the store. Tuesday, December 14 Two homes were burglarized in the city. Between 7 a.m. and 3:35 p.m., a home in the 500 block of Citadel Avenue was burglarized. The thief gained entry to home by removing a rear door window. The burglar made off with an iPod, an iPhone and jewelry valued at $600. Police are processing fingerprints found at the scene. Between 10:30 a.m. and 11:40 a.m., a burglar entered another home in the 1800 block of Hanover Road by removing a window in a rear door. Items reported missing include a computer monitor, a laptop and jewelry. After reviewing surveillance video from a neighboring home, police believe the burglar drove off in a dark colored 4-door Honda Civic.
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Bingham and Stark take on new leadership roles
Board member Steven Llanusa votes for himself to be vice president on Thursday during the Claremont Board of Education meeting. Mr. Llanusa expressed his dismay to the rest of the board for passing him over to be part of the organizations leadership after 5 years as a board member.
laremont Unified School District Board of Education Vice President Beth Bingham and board member Jeff Stark received upgrades to their statuses on Thursday night.
Ms. Bingham was voted in as the new board president and Mr. Stark became the new board vice president through 2 sets of votes that were taken at the latest CUSD board meeting. It would be easy for us to let the state budget dominate who we are, Ms. Bingham said after she switched chairs with former board president Hilary LaConte. But in the fiscal climate that were in now, its even more important that we continue to cherish and value the education of our children. And I think as the board of education, we are so grateful for the kind of conversations that have begun throughout the community and I think we would all agree that those would continue. We will have forums throughout the years so we can hear what the community has to say as we approach some very difficult problems. Board member Mary Caenepeel was selected as the new board clerk while Superintendent Terry Nichols will continue to serve as secretary to the board. Ms. Caenepeel will be one of the board representatives on the Los Angeles County School Trustees Association and Ms. LaConte was nominated as a candidate for the California School Boards Association Delegate Assembly from Region 23, Sub Region C. Ms. LaConte was presented with gifts from the board and Superintendent Nichols for her term as board president from December 2009 through December 2010. The former board president thanked the superintendent, district staff, administration, teachers and families for her experience. Serving as a school board member continues to be a humble experience, Ms. LaConte said. I greatly appreciate the opportunity to serve and give back to the school district. Not all appointments went smoothly. When a motion was made to appoint Mr. Stark as the board vice president, board member Steven Llanusa expressed disappointment in the board for not upgrading him from clerk to vice president. Since Mr. Llanusas first term on the board began in 2005, the highest position he has held on the board has been clerk. Mr. Llanusa declined when he was nominated to be the board clerk at Thursdays meeting. He believes his lack of advancement reflects negatively on the board. Since Ive had the position of clerk on the school board, I have not been advanced to vice president, Mr. Llanusa said. And I dont know if that reflects poorly on the board for resenting me for not supporting the [Measure CL] bond or being the voice that speaks my
COURIER photo/Steven Felschundneff New Board President Beth Bingham, left, switches seats with outgoing president Hilary LaConte on Thursday during the Claremont Board of Education meeting. The board unanimously voted to approve Ms. Bingham for the position.
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mind contrary to the majority of the board. But I think it reflects poorly on the board to not advance me to vice president and it reflects badly on the board that the community elected me twice to this body and it refuses to put me in a leadership position. Ms. Caenepeel responded that when she and other board members make decisions at the annual board organizational meeting that they are made with a lot of thought given to them. Ms. LaConte believes that Ms. Bingham and Mr. Stark were the best 2 persons for the president and vice president roles, respectively. Of course each board member is elected to the board by the public but the board elects officers based on our knowledge of and experiences with each other, she said. Beth Bingham and Jeff Stark will make excellent officers and I have complete confidence in their leadership. Dark clouds hover over state budget funding CUSD Assistant Superintendent Lisa Shoemaker said that while the district can show financial solvency over the next 3 school years, current assumptions could be much different in the future. Current budget projections show the district being able to remain in the black by an average of $3 million for the next 3 years. Yet Ms. Shoemaker was quick to point out the numbers look better due to the state taking away the negative .39 percent cost of living allowance (COLA), eliminating the 3.85 percent reduction of revenue limits, funding $28 per Average Daily Attendance (ADA) in cost reimbursements and the addition of Federal Education Jobs funding. Those are all things that have made our bottom line look significantly better, Ms. Shoemaker explained. What I want to emphasize is, it is all just numbers, paper, assumptions that are being handed to us. Nothing has changed from our perspective in terms of program [or] in terms of why the bottom line is changing. Ms. Shoemaker said faulty financial gimmicks by the state are one reason for the states current financial tur-
moil. The deficit for the state over the next 18 months is projected to be approximately $28 billion with $20 billion gaps each following year. The district official believes the financial landscape will change, starting with California Governor Jerry Browns plan to make cuts in a variety of areasincluding education. Ms. Shoemaker indicated that while she expects no mid-year cuts this year, there would be more than usual in the 2011-12 school year. She also believes the numbers will tell a different story in the spring. We can expect with a high level of certainty that there are going to be significant cuts within the upcoming year, Ms. Shoemaker said. And so, the bottom line is going to change significantly again. And its really important that the community understands that this is not bad projection on our part. These are changes in the core assumptions that drive the figures. The core assumptions are dictated to us to use. Students and teachers recognized for achievements Six CUSD students from the elementary, middle school and high school levels were honored by the board for their success in both writing and art. Dylan Corliss (Sumner Elementary), Kristin Klitgaard (El Roble Intermediate), Nicole Clark (Claremont High School) were announced by Claremont Faculty Association (CFA) as the winners in the writing category for the CFA What is Cool About Your School Contest. Ohana Dorantes (Chaparral Elementary), Winnie Lee (El Roble) and Joe Hurley (CHS) were the 3 winners in the art category. CHS teacher Tamara Kirkpatrick was also recognized due to a photograph she submitted in the contest that uniquely captured learning in the classroom. CFA President Joe Tonan, Vice President Natalie Sieg, negotiations team member David Chamberlain and executive board member at large Kara Evans were present at Thursdays meeting to present the awards. We were so excited to have a thousand entries in that contest, Mr. Chamberlain said. I want to let you know how wonderfully uplifting it was for Kara [Evans] and I and all the other teachers involved, to view all of those entries. So many wonderful things were said about staff,
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Felix
by Mellissa Martnez
ecidedly short and hopefully sweet, my last column for 2010 will be shamelessly self-indulgent. Our new baby, who joined the family on December 2nd, came into the world with a calm demeanor, watchful gaze and large expressive hands. Between naps and nurs-
ing, those first few days he stared at us intently with seemingly one question on his mind, arent you guys gonna give me a name?
For months people had asked what we would name our impending arrival. Up until his third day of life, his dad and I responded in two distinct ways: by blurting out a host of candidates as if trying to land on the right one or by staring blank-faced with no ready response. The responsibility of naming a new person, it turned out, was not an easy task. We made the mistake of sharing potential names early on and were discouraged by unsolicited opinions. We also made the mistake of becoming Googleobsessed. This vetting of every possibility yielded massive amounts of information. The mixed heritage of our little one gave us plenty to searchIranian names, Indian names, Mexican names and German names. When these searches turned up no satisfying solution, we turned to Italian names, uncommon names, eclectic names and cool names. Name choosing felt like finding the proverbial needle in a haystack. We began to envy the pre-Internet parents who relied on family names or a single book. Had it been this difficult for them? On the morning of his third day, we realized that his name had been chosen all along. Disregarding our months of Google madness,
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we returned to the first name we had mutually liked. Its true that some associate it with a cat or a grumpy old man, but I loved it from the beginning. How can a parent go wrong by naming a child happy? Felix, from the Latin felix happy, fortunate and lucky has English cousins like felicitous, felicity, felicitate and felicitation. Its Romance relatives include the Italian felice, Spanish and Portuguese feliz, Romanian fericit, all meaning happy. Although it took us a while, we made the right choice. At two weeks, Felix happily giggles in his sleep and we are lucky to to have him!
Felix Martnez Fazel was born at 8:04 a.m. on December 2nd. He weighed 8 pounds, 1 ounce and was 21 inches long.
Im sorry, young man. Santa Claus cant change players on losing professional sports teams.
Tradition!
by Debbie Carini
very year, for the past 15 years, my son and daughter, and husband and I have spent Christmas Eve night with my parents, one town away from our home.
It all started when we moved from New Jersey to California, 16 years ago, and arrived at my parents house on December 7, just as Grandpa was putting up the tree. We stayed with them while we looked for a new home and so, ended up waking up with them on Christmas morning. For my parents, empty-nesters of some years by then, it was a thrill to have the patter of their grandchildrens little feet (they were 1 and 3 years old) running down the hall. Grandma and Grandpa played Santa with gusto, laying-out a dizzying array of Little Tykes toys in the living room. For my husband and myself, it immediately raised a quandarywe had agreed to raise our children in the Jewish faith. In California, they would be surrounded by my Christian family. The next year, as yuletide approached, I suggested to my mother that perhaps it would be best if Santa visited again at her housean end-run on having Christmas in our own living room. We have followed suit, every year sinceeven as my son and daughter have learned to read and speak Hebrew, enjoy active participation at our Temple, and light the candles on our menorah. This year, at Thanksgiving, I broached the subject of Christmas morning with my now 17 and 19 year old progeny. Do you guys just want to stay home this year and go to Grandmas later in the morning? I asked. In the silence that followed, they looked at me as though some sort of green Grinch pompadour had sprouted from my head. But M-o-m, implored my son, its our tradition! And somewhere in the back of my head, I started to hear strains of Tevye crying out that very word, Tradition, as he mucked about the barn in Fiddler on the Roof (the movie that provided the sum total of my knowl-
edge of Judaism until I met my husband). According to Wikipedia, the online information resource, (which is so much more readily accessible to me than driving over to the Christmas tree housemy parentsand consulting the 1968 Funk and Wagnalls Encyclopedia set), Family tradition, also called Family culture, is defined as aggregate of attitudes, ideas and ideals, and environment, which a person inherits from his/her parents and ancestors. And there you have it, on the Internet, so it must be truetradition is something you get from your folks, along with crazy ideas about the microwave (my dad wont touch one as he thinks it might be spitting out radioactivity), and red hair. Our tradition for the holidays is to be togetherto love those who surround us with open arms and to share the moments that become traditions: Grandpa officially opening the door to the living room on Christmas morning, and waving us all in to enjoy the excess; Grandma making scrambled eggs while I rummage through the torn paper to score ribbon for next years gift wrap; and my children, beaming with the joy that defines the seasonhappy to be with their family.
CHS returns to winning ways with 83-67 victory
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he Claremont High School varsity boys basketball team decided to turn over a new leaf on Thursday against Garey.
COURIER photo/Steven Felschundneff Members of the Claremont High School boys basketball team huddle up just before the start of their game against Rancho Cucamonga High School on Tuesday in Rancho Cucamonga.
After suffering a 30-point loss to Rancho Cucamonga on Tuesday, the Wolfpack responded with a spirited performance Thursday that led to an 83-67 win over the Vikings at the Inland Empire Classic at Rancho Cucamonga High School. We can score the ball and were averaging in the high 60sthats a jump from previous years, said CHS coach Stan Tolliver. We dont have a lot of size but there is good chemistry on the team. We have 8 seniors on this years team who have at least played together at some point prior. Unlike during Tuesdays game, Claremont (6-4) made sure not to fall behind early against Garey. The Wolfpack jumped out to a 22-7 lead in the first quarter and never looked back in a solid offensive outing. CHS shot 49 percent from the field. Kyle Maloof (21 points), Luke Finalet (15 points) and Jackson Reeder (11 points) all scored in double figures for the Pack on Thursday. Maloof added 11 reSPORTING LIFE continues on the next page
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bounds to complete a double-double. Finalet scorched the net by scoring all of his points behind the arc on 5of-7 shooting. Against Rancho Cucamonga on Tuesday, the Wolfpack tried to keep pace with the Cougars but were outscored by 56-37 in the 2nd and 3rd quarters of the contest. The Cougars went on to win, 100-70. One of the biggest differences between Tuesday and Thursdays contests was in the number of turnovers Claremont committed. CHS recorded just 14 turnovers against the Vikings but committed 24 turnovers against the full court press defense of Rancho Cucamonga. Weve been mostly consistent but Rancho Cucamonga's style of play was different, Coach Tolliver said. They shoot the ball extremely well, especially in their own building. Maloof also led Claremont in scoring on Tuesday with 18 points to go along with 8 boards. Austin Edward finished with a double-double of 16 points and 11 rebounds. Claremonts opponent today in the final day of the Inland Empire Classic is based on the result of last nights game against Pomona. Following the tournament, the Pack will play at Esperanza on Wednesday at 7 p.m.
Landus Rigsby SCOREBOARD on page 11 COURIER photo/Steven Felschundneff ABOVE:Claremont High School guard Luke Finalet shoots over Rancho Cucamonga High Schools Eric Aubry on Tuesday during the Inland Empire Classic basketball tournament in Rancho Cucamonga. Rancho Cucamonga defeated Claremont 100-70. ATRIGHT: Members of the CHS boys basketball team warm up before their game during the Inland Empire Classic basketball tournament in Rancho Cucamonga.
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PREP SCOREBOARD BOYS BASKETBALL

Tuesday, Dec. 14 Inland Empire Classic Rancho Cucamonga 100 Claremont (5-4) 70 PTS: Austin Edward 16; REBOUNDS: Edward 11; ASSISTS: Jackson Reeder 5; STEALS: Luke Finalet, Edward; BLOCKS: Collin Tolliver. Webb (3-1) 75, Providence 61 Thursday, Dec. 16 Inland Empire Classic Claremont (6-4) 83 Garey 67 PTS: Kyle Maloof 21; REBOUNDS: Maloof 11; ASSISTS: Maloof 6, Steven Robles 6; STEALS: Luke Finalet 3; BLOCKS: Austin Edward 2, Collin Tolliver 2. UPCOMING GAMES Saturday: Claremont @ Inland Empire Classic, TBA Monday: Webb vs Mary Star of the Sea @ Calvary Chapel Downey Classic, 6 p.m.
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Tuesday, Dec. 14 Claremont Tournament Claremont (6-2) 40 Northview 30 PTS: Tayler Qualls 16; REBOUNDS: Rebecca Ireland 5; ASSISTS: Qualls 3; STEALS: Qualls 5; BLOCKS: Faith Song 2. Webb (4-3) 4-13-6-5 28 Westridge 10-4-17-6 37 PTS: Pooja Vora 11; REBOUNDS: Hailey Beaman 10; ASSISTS: Emily Kan 4; STEALS: Vora 10; BLOCKS: n/a. Wednesday, Dec. 15 Santiago 27-27-22-9 85 Claremont (6-3) 6-5-8-2 21 PTS: Tayler Qualls 7; REBOUNDS: Faith Song 3, Reena Williams 3; ASSISTS: Rebecca Ireland, Jessica Abrolat; STEALS: Kamesha Montgomery, Ireland. Thursday, Dec. 16 Rosemead Claremont (7-3) 11-8-6-4 29 8-10-14-10 42 Webb (5-3) 48, Mission 27 PTS: Hailey Beaman 20; REBOUNDS: Beaman 13; ASSISTS: Emily Kan 10; STEALS: Pooja Vora 7; BLOCKS: n/a. UPCOMING GAMES Dec. 27: Claremont @ Glendora Tournament, TBA Jan. 8: Vivian Webb @ Pasadena Poly, 4:30 p.m.
GOALS: Ariana Holmes; ASSISTS: Marissa Telarroja; SAVES: Taylor Thompson 16. UPCOMING MATCHES Today: Claremont @ Claremont Tournament, TBA Jan. 4: Vivian Webb @ Pasadena Poly, 3:15 p.m.
GIRLS WATER POLO

Tuesday, Dec. 14 Vivian Webb (5-3, 1-0) 12, Westridge 9 GOALS: Dianne Parker 4, Callie Renfrew 2, Kayla Yoshida 2, Emma Burdein 2, Madison Hartman 2, Danielle Shultz; BLOCKS: Valerie Kraus. UPCOMING GAMES Today: Claremont @ Redlands Tournament, TBA Jan. 6: West Covina @ Vivian Webb, 3:15 p.m.
BOYS SOCCER
Tuesday, Dec. 14 Glendora 1-0 1 Claremont (4-0-3) 0-1 1 GOALS: Shane Hewitt; ASSISTS: Brent Chamberlain; SAVES: Jake Teagle 3. Webb (2-2-1) 1, Don Bosco Tech 1 GOALS: Mario Rodriguez UPCOMING MATCHES Dec. 27: Claremont vs Damien @ Upland Tournament, 3:30 p.m. Jan. 4: Pasadena Poly @ Webb, 3:15 p.m.
WRESTLING
Tuesday, Dec. 14 Webb 42, Aquinas 18 UPCOMING MATCHES Jan. 6: Claremont @ Chino Hills, 5 p.m. Jan. 7: Webb @ Duarte, 4 p.m.
PTS: Tayler Qualls 20; REBOUNDS: Rebecca Ireland 8; ASSISTS: Kamesha Montgomery 4; Ireland 4; STEALS: Montgomery 4; Jessica Abrolat 4; BLOCKS: Montgomery 2, Faith Song 2.
GIRLS SOCCER
Tuesday, Dec. 7 Claremont (3-1) Glendora 1-0 0-0 1 0
GIRLS BASKETBALL
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59th Assembly District Democrats gathering

On Saturday, January 8, 2011, the 59th Assembly District Democrats will convene to electe their delegates and executive board representative to the California Democratic State Central Committee. To be eligible to vote for delegates and the executive board representative you must have been a registered Democrat in the Assembly District no later than October 18, 2010, unless you turned 18 or were naturalized after this deadline, and are registered or register on site. There will be a $5 donation fee unless it is declared that paying the fee would constitute an economic hardship. To be eligible to vote, please register on site between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. The meeting will promptly start at 2 p.m. and no one will be admitted to enter the meeting after that time. If a participant does not wish to attend the full length of the meeting, he or she can sign in beginning at 11 a.m., vote for delegates and the executive representative, and leave. The meeting will be at the United Food and Commercial Workers Union Hall, 705 W. Arrow Hwy., Claremont. Call Merrill Ring at 626-8467, email at m36ring@gmail.com or contact the club website at www.claremontdems.org more information.
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running out. This program pairs families in need with caring individuals and groups to make magic happen at this special time of year. Un-wrapped toys are also very much in need. If you can assist these programs, please call Inland Valley Hope Partners at 622-3806. IVHP encourages residents to not forget the children in need right here in our community this Christmas.
ior Master Plan. The City has allocated $86,650 for the 2011-12 CBO Program and $56,291 is available through the Homeless Program. Applications are now available at the Hughes Community Center or by calling the Human Services Department at 399-5356 or kturner@ci.claremont.ca.us. Grant requests must be submitted on a city-provided application form. All applications are due to the Human Services Department, 1700 Danbury Rd., Claremont, by no later than 5 p.m. on Thursday, January 13, 2011.
City accepting applications for community-based organization and homeless program funding
The city is now accepting applications for 2011-12 Community Based Organization (CBO) and Homeless Program Grant Funding. The CBO Programs mission is to partner with nonprofit service providers in order to strengthen the social, economic and family infrastructure in the community. The homeless program is designed to provide funding for programs that serve the chronically homeless, individuals with no reliable shelter or individuals on the verge of being homeless. Funding will be awarded to those programs or projects that best address the communitys needs and priorities as identified by the city council, the Youth and Family Master Plan and the Sen-
Waste collection schedule unchanged over the holidays

This holiday season, residential trash collection will not be delayed. The city collects trash and recycling each week from Monday through Thursday and because both Christmas Day and New Years Day fall on Saturdays this year, collection will remain on schedule for the weeks during the holidays. Residents should place their containers in the street at the curb on their regular trash day on the weeks beginning December 27 and January 3, 2011. No sanitation service will be provided to any residential or commercial accounts on either Christmas or New Years day. The Christmas tree recycling program is available to residents from December 27 through January 7, 2011. Residents are asked to place bare, unbagged trees curbside by 6 a.m. on their regular trash pick up day. If the tree is over 6 feet, please cut the tree in half. For information, call 399-5431.
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Cheer squads take top prizes in local competition
n Saturday, December 11, the Claremont High School varsity and junior varsity, as well as the El Roble cheer squads, competed in the Sharp Cheerleading Competition held in Ontario.
Teams from all over the Inland Em-
pire participated. Coach Jenn Campbells varsity team took second place, Coach Jamie Solis junior varsity team took first place in the JV division, while Coach Nicole Phillips El Roble cheer squad took first in the junior high division. CHS also received the esteemed Showmanship trophy. The cheer squads performed various stunts, cheers, dance, and tumbling skills.
Photo courtesy of Jeanne Sterba ABOVE: The Claremont High School JV Cheer Squad celebrate their victory after taking first place in the Sharp Cheerleading Competition last weekend in Ontario. AT LEFT:The CHS varsity squad performs a stunt during the Sharp Cheerleading Competition in Ontario. The group went on to win second place in the competition.
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Its okay to be different!

Tom Willis proves any obstacle can be overcome
COURIER photos/Steven Felschundneff Tom Willis shows a group of Sycamore Elementary School students his finished artwork on Wednesday during a coloring exercise at this years Ability Awareness Day. Each class got an opportunity to color using only their toes in an exercise designed to show how people like Mr. Willis have adapted to their limitations.
Tom Willis gives a high two to Ryder Mitchell on Wednesday during Ability Awareness Day at Sycamore Elementary School. Mr. Willis left arm has just two fingers which is why he willingly greets people with his signature high two.
om Willis has proven for the past 51 years that a person doesnt have to have arms and hands to live a full life.
Max Rojo reacts after writing his name with his toes Wednesday during Ability Awareness Day at Sycamore Elementary School. Tom Willis, who was born without fully functional arms, instructed the students to try coloring using only their feet.
The inspirational speakerwho was born without arms or handsshared his life experiences with students at Sycamore Elementary School on Wednesday in an assembly entitled, No HandsNo ArmsNo Problem! The assembly was part of Sycamores annual Ability Awareness Day. I think my difference from everyone else is that I dont have any hair, Mr. Willis joked to the Sycamore students. I also dont have hands or arms. But its okay to be different. The founder of Tomsfeet Productions, Mr. Willis travels throughout the United States to inspire students and adults. He has also thrown the ceremonial first pitch at 9 Major League Baseball stadiums over the past 2 years with his right foot. Because Mr. Willis was born without arms or hands, his legs and feet take on dual roles as his arms and hands. He threw Frisbees to Sycamore students using his feet, put on a baseball cap using his mouth and wrote Sycamore Rocks in both print and cursive with a pen between his big and index toes. Yet Mr. Willis also emphasized how differences should be embraced by using the cast of SpongeBob SquarePants as an example. The speaker also told a story about how he earned the Most Improved Bowler award in his bowling class at Maryland University even though he had difficulty at first. Another story recalled included learning how to drive when he was 16 years old. At 16, I wanted to get my drivers license, Mr. Willis recalled. It took 2 years but my mom found a man in Texas who would put a steering wheel on the floor. Everybody said no you cant but I worked with my mom and I said yes I can. Now Ive driven over 30 years and more than 500,000 miles. Ability Awareness Day has been a Sycamore tradition for
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ABOVE: Tom Willis demonstrates how to hold a crayon between the toes while teaching a group of students how to draw with their feet on Wednesday at Sycamore Elementary School. Mr. Willis stressed that the exercise was more about trying something new than it was about coloring well with ones feet. ATRIGHT: Eden Hankins, center, and Sharon Hong try to itch their noses without using their hands during an assembly led by Tom Willis on Wednesday at Sycamore. Mr. Willis, who must use his feet for most tasks, gave the students the unusual instruction as a way to better understand how some people overcome physical limitations.
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more than a decade. The school invites local and nonlocal participants to campus who have overcome their disabilities to lead good lives. The participants hosted several sessions throughout the morning with some including activities such as a blind trust walk, wheelchair maneuvering and art projects using alternate techniques. Sycamore Principal Amy Stanger said she found out about Mr. Willis through an online search. From there she contacted the inspirational speaker, who then accepted the invitation. He was really great, Ms. Stanger said. He talked to the kids about trying again and setting goalsthings that we are working on with the kids here. Fifth grader Genny Sanders was selected as a volunteer to participate in Mr. Willis presentation. Without using her hands, she was able to successfully put on a baseball cap by using her head. Genny said that Mr. Willis was in her Top 3 list of favorite visitors to the school for Ability Awareness Day. Hes really cool and I thought it was really awesome how he did all that stuff with his feet, the 5th grader said. I learned from him that its okay to be different. I know a lot of people who are all different and unique and I love that about them. Following Mr. Willis presentation early Wednesday morning, he hosted 3 more informative sessions. The sessions included a short video about his organization and a coloring project where students had to use their feet. Mr. Willis then took the students outside to see his steering wheel configuration to end the session. Its really amazing what he can doI was surprised, said 4th grader Max Rojo. Its okay to be different.
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COURIER photo/ Steven Felschundneff Julie Starrett, counselor at South Hills High School, uses sign language to help deaf students follow the action during Tom Willis presentation on Wednesday in Claremont. Most of the deaf students from 13 area districts attend school at South Hills.
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teachers, administration and schools in general. Cleaning out, reorganizing and reloading the contents of 2 large CHS disaster bins led to Jacob Bartmans recognition. The CHS student undertook the project in June as his Eagle Scout project and has improved the accessibility and contents of the bins. Jacob was not present at the board meeting to receive the award. Parents of the CHS graduating class of 2010 publicly recognized CHS ASB Advisor Jack Harper for his efforts in helping to mentor CHS students. The longtime member of the CHS faculty received a standing ovation by the board, district officials and audience members in attendance. Mr. Stark said that Mr. Harpers influence has been significant for his family as the CHS teacher has taught the board vice presidents daughters, brother, sisters and even the board vice president himself during his ongoing tenure at the high school. Mr. Harper is the Dick Clark of Claremont Unified, Mr. Stark said. There is no one I would rather have teach our students than Mr. Harper. Popular chef may visit Claremont CUSD and well-known chef Jamie Oliver may be teaming up in the future. If both entities move forward, the district will be featured on the Emmy-award winning Jamie Oliver Food Revolution show in the near future due to its changes to the meal program over the past year and a half.
According to Rick Cota, CUSD director of nutrition services, the interest is the result of additions such as salad bars using homegrown fruits and vegetables, the creation of district gardens and the educational impact of healthier district offerings. We were initially contacted a couple of months ago because they felt the district offered healthier options for kids, Mr. Cota pointed out. They like what they see [and] theyre about a couple of weeks away from determining how their 2nd season will end up. The nutrition services director also noted that the districts partnerships with other organizations such as Sustainable Claremont and Claremont Food Not Lawns have helped the district to move forward with more healthy choices in the schools meal offerings. By working with the production team, Mr. Cota believes one of the benefits will be the districts exposure to potentially 10 million viewers. There is a big potential for Claremont Unified to not only showcase what can be done but also showcase our many partners in the community, Mr. Cota said. The television segment wouldnt be the only component of the CUSD-Jamie Oliver collaboration. San Antonio High School students involved in the gardening project will also be competing with each other in a cooking contest as part of the Jamie Oliver Junior Chef Challenge. Celebrity Chefs will provide the training for the competition and the winner at San Antonio will move on to the next round against competitors from other Los Angeles area schools. Scholarships,
recognition and other prizes will be offered throughout the competition. CUSD Assistant Superintendent of Business Services Lisa Shoemaker said she and other district officials are making sure the production would be beneficial for Claremont students and not portray the students in a bad light. District moves forward with CHS theatre fundraising By 2 unanimous sets of votes, the board has given its approval for the CHS Theatre Modernization Committee to engage in community fundraising and for the formation of a Surplus Property Advisory Committee. With a deadline in the spring of 2012, the CHS Theatre Department needs to come up with $1.5 million in order to receive a matching $1.5 million Career and Technical Education (CTE) Education Facilities Challenge Grant from the state of California. If the modernization committee raises the full $3 million, the money will be used to renovate the theater and expand the current 8273-foot facility to a 12,948 square-foot space that will include a lobby, restrooms, ticket booth, student art gallery and bigger storage areas. A committee between 7 to 11 members will soon comprise the new Surplus Advisory Committee. The committee has been charged with the task of researching and proposing how to generate revenue from CUSD facilities that are not occupied by students. According to district documents, the former school district site at 2080 N. Mountain Ave. has the greatest potential for generating revenue. There were talks a few years ago of turning the Mountain Ave. property into a boat and recreational vehicle (RV) storage facility. But the idea was not fully pursued. The board is hoping the new advisory committee will find a good use for the property. Board approves 3 student achievement plans The CUSD board approved single
plans for student achievement from Sycamore Elementary School, San Antonio High School and Community Day School on Thursday night. Sycamore increased from 848 to 850 in its 2010 growth Academic Performance Index (API) score during the 2009-10 school year with improved math scores among its 5th and 6th graders and a greater proficiency in English-Language Arts (ELA) as students gets older. Sycamore Principal Amy Stanger said the school plans to address the drop in math performance among the lower grades (2nd through 4th) and wants to increase the overall proficiency in ELA by 8 percent. Ms. Stanger also pointed out that the school is currently going for a 75 percent school-wide proficiency rate in math. San Antonio reported slight declines in the ELA and math portions of the California High School Exit Exam. The alternative education school featured a 12 percent dip in ELA (48 to 36 percent) from the 2008-09 school year and a 5 percent drop in math (37 to 32 percent). San Antonio Principal Steve Boyd said the school is improving in student attendance and more students are taking pride in the school. He cited additions such as the schools new salad bar and partnerships with Cal Poly Pomona and Scripps College as reasons for the increase. Mr. Boyd also wants to help students develop more 21st century skills. While there were no numbers reported for Community Day School, Mr. Boyd pointed out that too few students, drastically changing numbers and a lack of correlation to the previous year (due to the high turnover rate) make it difficult to measure achievement. He went on to state that student behavior has improved and incidents of drugs and alcohol use are down from the 2008-09 year. One of the key areas of focus for the school this year will be to decrease the dropout rate.
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So many questionshow little time?

by Leo Kretzner
ll be first to admit I dont have all the answers. Hardly. Im not an economist, political scientist, lawyer or professional punditjust an average, proverbial middle class American. But as such, let me tell youI sure have a few questions. I wonder if anybody on Wall Street or in Washington DC can help me with these.
Lets start with background. Wasnt there something called the social contract in the United States of America? Could it be most simply summarized as Were all in this together? Did this make the transition from the 20th to 21st century? Why do so many Americans of all political stripes seem to view the 1950s and 60s as such a Golden Era for America? Is it possible things were so good then because the highest tax rates ran from 70 percent to over 90 percent? Even if that was just a coincidence, if high taxes so terribly crimp business investments, why did US businesses prosper and grow so much through the 50s and 60s? Was it just because we won World War II? Was it all just 20-plus years of post-war euphoria? Who has, and who has not, noticed the US share of wealth held by the top 1 percent went from 20 percent at the start of the 1980s to 35 percent by 2007? Who does not understand this means a super-majority (99 percent) of Americans had 80 percent of the pie in 1980, but only 65 percent of it 3 years ago? Who cannot do the arithmetic that 99 percent of Americans saw their net worth decrease by 15 percent these past 30 years, while the richest 1 percent got richer by that same 15 percent? Okay, I admit, those were harder ones, and it seems these are not widely known figures, so they need to be statedand thought about. These numbers are a matter of public record if not part of recorded US history, with small variations depending on exact years chosen. They are not conjectures, projections, or models. While many questions here are debatable, few are unanswerable. Debate would seem very...democratic and quaint? Another question, and so to more Are any members of Congressincumbents excused for nownot aware of these figures? How many of our 535 legislators have actually thought about what such figures mean? At what point does one conclude those who havent, simply dont care? How many members of congress are in the top 1 percent of wealth? Has this been an average recession? Are housing sales anywhere close to normal yet, whatever that is? Are unemployment rates? Were weall of us, the United States of America, as we like to call ourselves not on the brink of a second major Depression 2 years ago? If deficits are of such concern that unemployment
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benefits and social entitlements desperately need to be cut, can the super-rich, the top 1 percent, not bear any extra burden? Have these very rich Americans come to feel entitled to tax breaks? And this no matter what the economic situation in their country is? That is, do the top 1 percent of wealthiest Americans have any sense of, dare I say it, responsibility to their country? If so, what is it? How much of our national responsibility have the middle and poorer classes borne in the past few decades? Who made the productsproducts!that made many millionaires? Whos been fighting our 2 current wars? Whos been making the most money from them? Dont we celebrate the 4th of July to remember people died to make this a country and government that had no aristocracy? Am I still in America?? Note my words and let me be clear: Im not talking about modestly well-to-do small business owners, Im talking about the top 1 percent, millionaires and billionaires. Why cant the exact cutoff line of who does and doesnt desperately need the 3 percent break right this minute still be debated? Especially considering this
temporary benefit is at its previously-agreed-uponunder-Republican-control-expiration date? Who is refusing to debate this? What exactly will it take to cause a wild majority of congresssay 51 percentto realize the unprecedented seriousness of what is happening right now in the USA? Whos closer to scraping the pavement, the out-ofwork person or the millionaire? What are the relative numbers of each group? Do Republicans think its only tea party members who are mad as hell? Do the Democrats? Can either party be in as much control, as theyd like to think they are, of the reactions their decisions create in the real world of their constituentsand non-constituentsespecially as things evolve over time? After 30 years of quiet class warfare and transfer of wealth from the middle class to the super rich, when does my side get to start fighting back? At what point will a critical mass of citizens feel they have no other good options left? What happens then? Do you think it will be pretty? Put simply, how bad does it have to get? Albert Einstein famously said that questions are more important than answers. So one final one: Do you have to be an Einstein to see there is something fundamentally un-American about holding hostage the needed benefits for unemployed Americans while insisting on continuing tax breaks for millionaires?
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legal tender
NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE Trustee Sale No. 7101987 Loan No. 1914120020YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 1/5/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 1/3/2011 at 10:30 AM, Max Default Services Corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 1/11/2005, as Instrument No. 05 0073168, in book xx, page xx, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, executed by Leo Sanchez and Annette Sanchez, Husband and Wife, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIERS CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States), at the west side of the Los Angeles County Courthouse, directly facing Norwalk Blvd., 12720 Norwalk Blvd., Norwalk, CA. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State, described as: FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE DEED OF TRUST. APN # 8322-001-014 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 201 Bryn Mawr Rd, Claremont, CA 91711 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $281,753.71 The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale. The undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Pursuant to Calif Civil Code Sect 2923.54, Lender or Servicer has declared it has obtained a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Sect 2923.53 from the Commissioner that is current and valid as of the date of this Notice of Trustees Sale and the requirements of Sect 2923.52(a) does not apply to this Notice of Trustees Sale. Dated: 12/6/2010 MAX DEFAULT SERVICES CORPORATION Ryan Remington/Authorized Signature FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-2597850 Max Default Services Corp. is attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3839760 12/11, 12/18, 12/22/2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE Trustee Sale No. 10-514800 INC Title Order No. 100504434-CA-BFI APN 8307-007-011 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/17/04. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 01/03/11 at 10:30 a.m., Aztec Foreclosure Corporation as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 12/08/04 in Instrument No. 04 3166417 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California, executed by: Wayne E. Gould and Ruth Gould, husband and wife, as Trustor, OneWest Bank, FSB, as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashiers check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in sect 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state), at the west side of the Los Angeles County Courthouse directly facing Norwalk Blvd., 12720 Norwalk Blvd., Norwalk, CA, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California described as: 631 BLACK HILLS DR., CLAREMONT, CA 91711 The property heretofore described is being sold as is. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $456,343.63 (Estimated) Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. Requirements of SB1137 have been met pursuant to the Notice of Sale Declaration of record. The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Sect 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed. DATE: December 9, 2010 Robbie Weaver Assistant Secretary & Assistant Vice President Aztec Foreclosure Corporation c/o 4665 MacArthur Ct, Ste 250 Newport Beach, CA 92660 Phone: (800) 731-0850 or (602) 222-5711 Fax: (847)627-8803 www.aztectrustee.com For Trustees Sale Information Call 714730-2727 http://www.lpsasap.com ASAP# 3841772 12/11, 12/18, 12/22/2010 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF DOROTHEA KLEIST YALE Case No. BP126003 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of DOROTHEA KLEIST YALE A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Michael A. Yale in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Michael A. Yale be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedents will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on January 13, 2011 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 11 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If
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you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: LISA WELCH SILBAR ESQ SBN 117713 SMITH SILBAR & PARKER LLP 19100 VON KARMAN AVE STE 400 IRVINE CA 92612 CN847220 PUBLISH: December 18, 22 and 29, 2010 SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE 2010-07 INTRODUCED AT THE REGULAR CLAREMONT CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 23, 2010 AND ADOPTED AT THE REGULAR MEETING OF DECEMBER 14, 2010 (Full text of this ordinance is on file in the office of the City Clerk, 207 Harvard Avenue, Claremont, CA 91711 and on the City website: www.ci.claremont.ca.us) SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 5 OF THE CLAREMONT MUNICIPAL CODE, THE CITYS BUSINESS REGULATION CODE, PERTAINING TO DISCHARGES OF WASTEWATER CONTAINING FATS, OILS, AND GREASE The Ordinance will make the following changes to Chapter 5 of the Claremont Municipal Code: 1. Food facilities will be required to implement Best Management Practices (BMPs) to control the amount of Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) that is discharges to the municipal sewer system. 2. Food facilities that are not able to control FOG discharges through implementation of BMPs will be required to install a grease control device and properly maintain the device to prevent FOG discharges to the municipal sewer system. 3. Any food facility that contributes to a sewer blockage or overflow will be responsible for all abatement costs necessary to restore the function of the municipal sewer system. 4. Any food facility found to be responsible for a FOG related sewer overflow will be required to pay all fines placed upon the City by other regulatory agencies. 5. The cost for additional sewer cleaning that is needed to eliminate the risk of a blockage will be passed on to the food facility responsible for the FOG discharge. STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss. CITY OF CLAREMONT ) I, Lynne E. Fryman, City Clerk of the City of Claremont, County of Los Angeles, State of California, hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 201007 was introduced for first reading at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 23rd day of November, 2010. That thereafter, said Ordinance was passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 14th day of December, 2010 by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers: Pedroza, Calaycay, Schroeder, Elderkin NOES: Councilmembers: ABSENT: Councilmembers: ABSTAINED: Councilmembers: VACANCIES: Councilmembers: One _______________________________ Lynne E. Fryman City Clerk PUBLISH: December 18, 2010 Trustee Sale No.: 20100159903243 Title Order No.: 100527691 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 4/27/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NDex West, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 05/11/2006 as Instrument No. 06 1045731 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California. Executed By: Frank Simpson, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashiers check/cash equivalent or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). Date of Sale: 1/3/2011 Time of Sale: 10:30 AM Place of Sale: At the
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to Bidders for further information. SUBMISSION OF BID FORMS: An original of the bid, using only the forms supplied in the Contract Documents, must be submitted with all blanks fully completed in ink and it must include all information required by the Contract Documents (Bid). The Bid must be addressed and delivered by the date and time noted above to the Citys offices at the following address: Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 207 Harvard Ave., Claremont, CA 91711, (P.O. Box 880 if mailed). Please refer to the Instructions to Bidders for further information. Any bidder who fails to submit its documentation by the above date and time shall have that Bid rejected and returned unopened. Partial, incomplete or non-responsive Bids, or Bids on other than the forms supplied in the Contract Documents or clear and exact photocopies of such forms, will not be considered. Bids shall be valid for ninety (90) calendar days after the bid opening date. BID SECURITY; PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS: Bids must be accompanied by cash, a certified or cashiers check, or a Bid Bond in favor of the City in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the submitted Total Bid Price. The successful bidder will be required to furnish, prior to award of the Contract, a Performance Bond in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the Total Bid Price, and a Payment (Material and Labor) Bond in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the Total Bid Price, on the forms provided and in the manner described in the Contract Documents. PREVAILING WAGES: Bidders are advised that this Project is a public work for purposes of the California Labor Code, which requires payment of prevailing wages. City has obtained from the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations the general prevailing rate of wages and employer payments for health and welfare, vacation, pension and similar purposes applicable to the Project. These rates and scales are on file with the City Engineer, as defined in the General Conditions, and copies will be made available to any interested party upon request. The Contractor to whom the Contract is awarded, and the subcontractors under him, must pay not less than these rates to all workers employed in the execution of the Contract. The Contractor must also post copies of these rates at the Project site and otherwise comply with all applicable provisions of state law. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Pursuant to Section 7028.15 of the Business and Professions Code and Section 3300 of the Public Contract Code, all bidders must possess proper licenses for performance of this Project. Contractors shall possess the following California Contractors license in order to perform the Work: CLASS A LICENSE. Subcontractors must possess the appropriate licenses for each specialty subcontracted. FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS: This is a federally assisted construction contract and Davis-bacon requirements will be enforced. Federal and State wage requirements are applicable, and the higher of the two shall prevail. This project is subject to Title 49, Part 23, Code of the Federal Regulations (49CFR23), entitled Participation by Minority Business Enterprise in Department of Transportation Programs. UDBE GOAL FOR THIS PROJECT IS 1%. SUBSTITUTION FOR RETENTIONS: In accordance with Section 22300 of the California Public Contract Code, Bidders are advised that if awarded this Contract they will be permitted to substitute securities equivalent to monies withheld by the City to insure performance under the Contract. At the request and expense of the Contractor, securities equivalent to the amount withheld shall be deposited with the City, or with a state or federally funded chartered bank, as the escrow agent, who shall pay such monies to the Contractor upon satisfactory completion of the Project. CITYS RIGHTS: The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any irregularities or informalities in any Bid or in the bidding process, and to be the sole judge of the merits of the respective Bids received. The award, if made, will be made to the lowest responsible bidder whose bid is determined responsive to the Contract Documents. For information, CITY OF CLAREMONT Please call Engineering Division At (909) 399-5465. By:___________________ Craig L. Bradshaw, City Engineer PUBLISH: December 8 and 18, 2010
front entrance to the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 W. Mission Blvd., Pomona, CA Street Address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1965 Towne Ave Claremont, CA 91711 APN#: 8304-002-069 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $325,123.24. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. For Trustee Sale Information Please Call: Priority Posting & Publishing 17501 Irvine Blvd., Ste One Tustin, CA 92780 714-573-1965 www.priorityposting.com NDex West, L.L.C. as Trustee Dated: 12/10/2010 NDex West, LLC may be acting as a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. P775023 12/11, 12/18, 12/22/2010 CITY OF CLAREMONT NOTICE INVITING SEALED BIDS C.I.P. No. 2011-01 BIDS MUST BE RECEIVED BY: WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2010, 2:00 PM BIDS WILL BE OPENED AT: WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2010, 2:00 PM PLACE OF BID RECEIPT: Office of the City Clerk, Claremont City Hall 207 Harvard Ave., Claremont, CA 91711 PROJECT IDENTIFICATION NAME: CLAREMONT PORTION OF THE CITRUS REGIONAL BIKE WAY CML-5162 (022), C.I.P. 2011-01. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: that the City of Claremont, County of Los Angeles, California, will receive up to, but not later than the time set forth above, sealed contract bids for the award of a contract for the above project. All bids shall be made on the form furnished by the City and shall be opened and publicly read aloud at the above-stated time in the office of the City Clerk at the Claremont City Hall. DESCRIPTION OF WORK: This project consists of placement of conventional asphalt concrete, R & R of ADA ramps, R & R of curb & gutter, sidewalk installation and R & R, crack sealing, raising of manholes, street striping, traffic control, placement of P.C.C., new street lighting, landscaping & irrigation. COMPLETION OF WORK: All other work shall be completed within 60 (sixty) working days from the start date stated in the notice to proceed. PLEASE REFER TO OTHER CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: The Project is described in more detail in the Contract Documents. In particular, Bidders are strongly encouraged to review the Instructions to Bidders for more complete information regarding the submission of bids. Unless otherwise indicated, all capitalized terms shall have the meanings ascribed to them in the General Conditions. OBTAINING CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: Bids must be submitted to the City on the forms provided as part of the Contract Documents for the Project. Upon the payment of a non-refundable fee of $30.00 ($40.00 if mailed) or $30.00 with a FedEx account number, prospective bidders may obtain one (1) complete set of Contract Documents. Contract Documents may be obtained Monday through Thursday, excepting holidays, during normal business hours only from the following address: Community Development Department, Engineering Division, 207 Harvard Avenue, Claremont, California 91711 (909) 399-5465. INFORMATION AND QUESTIONS: All questions and requests for information must be directed to the Citys Representative, as defined in the General Conditions. Any questions addressing the interpretation or clarification of the Contract Documents must be submitted in writing. Please refer to the Instructions
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PROJECT Sister Sexual Assault Crisis Prevention Services. If you have been sexually assaulted or victimized by child sexual abuse & need help for yourself or your children, call the 24 hotline 626-HELP (4357).
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ON December 15 at 5 p.m. Owen Q. Dinsmore Jr spotted two coyotes drinking water out of his grandparents pool in the Claraboya area.
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Complete fireplace, woodstove installation, service & repair. Spark Arrestor supply & installation. Call 920-6600 392 N. 2nd Ave., Upland
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HANDYMAN service. "Your small job specialist." Steve Aldridge. Day: 455-4917. Evening: 625-1795. HANDYMAN service. Home repairs, carpentry, painting, custom woodwork, doors. Odd jobs welcome! Eric. 909-731-2973. SMALL repair jobs, fencing, gates, brick block, concrete cutting, breaking and repour. 23 years in Claremont. Paul 909-624-8572.
Natural Earth
Eco-Friendly Landscaping From the creators of The Pomona College Organic Farm. Specializing in edible and drought tolerant landscapes. Why mow when you can grow? 909-398-1235. www.naturalearth.biz Lic 919825 GARDEN MAINTENANCE Mowing, hand pull weeding, trimming, sprinkler work and clean-ups. David: 374-1583. GARDENING SERVICE. General clean-up. Maintenance. Free estimates. Call Mr. Ho at 909-238-8115.
(909) 912-5983
LICENSED and Insured. Lic #932295. Plumbing, electrical, drywall and all your general home repairs. Quality work for unbeatable prices.
Antique Refinishing
KENS OLDEN Oddities.com. Taking the time to care for Courier readers complete restoration needs since 1965. Lic #100108. 909-593-1846.
Gash Chimney Sweep

Dust Free Chimney Cleaning. Repair Chimney Covers, Spark Arrestor, Masonry & Dampers. BBB. Please Call 909-467-9212
DOORS & WINDOWS
MOR ELECTRIC Co. Residential, commercial & industrial. Over 30 years experience. We do everything electrical! 24 hour Emergency service. Reasonable, reliable. Seniors discount! For free estimates please call: 989-3454, 767-0062. Lic. #400990.
Hauling
SAME DAY HAUL
Free Estimates Senior Discount! We Haul It All Charlie 909-382-1210 sameday-haulaway.com ADVANCED Clean Up Hauling Repairs. Courteous, fast, reliable. 909-599-9530 Over 20 years in area.
Bathtubs
BATHTUBS, showers, sinks and counters; state of the art reglazing. Lic.#714538. Franklin Interiors. 909-364-9898.
Computer Lessons
GET the most out of your Mac! Group or private classes in Claremont, beginner to advanced. Computers provided. Info: www.macusersguide.com
Fences & Gates

DOORS and windows sold and installed. 382 N Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont. Call: 909 625-6000 or visit our website www.dpdoor.com. REDWOOD/CEDAR
or Wrought Iron Expert Repairs New Installations 909-621-5388 Lic #557151
SERVICES
House Cleaning
EXPERIENCED cleaning lady will clean offices, homes, apartments. Great worker with excellent references! Free estimates. 909618-5402. CHRISTIAN lady will clean homes, offices, windows. Bonded. Licensed. Excellent references. 21 years. Yolanda 621-2162. CAROUSEL Quality Cleaning. Family owned for 20 years. Licensed. Bonded. Senior rates. Trained professional services including: baseboards, ovens, windows. Fire, water damage. Hauling. Move in, out. 10% discount to Claremont College staff and faculty. Robyn 621-3929.
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Landscaping
G&A Artistic Landscape and Gardening. Concerned about sustainability? We are a local business that can help you with environmentally friendly procedures for artistically created landscapes and continued care. We specialize in California Natives, water issues and professional garden maintenance! Graciela Gonzales, Horticulturist. Please call 951-768-0349.
Painting
Pet Services
Plumbing
Plumbing
Residential/Commercial. Quality work at reasonble prices. Free Estimates. Lic.#541469. 909-622-7994. ACE SEVIER Painting Interior/Exterior. BONDED and INSURED. Many references. Claremont resident. 35 years experience. Lic. #315050. Please Call: 624-5080, 596-4095 PROTECT YOUR WOOD! Exterior Painting Specialists experts in preparation and painting of: Fascias, doors, window trim, gates & fences. C.F. Privett 909-621-5388 Lic# 557151 D&D Custom Painting. Bonded. Lic. #423346. Residential, commercial. Interior or exterior. Free estimates. 909-982-8024.
DANS GARDENING SERVICE Sprinklers Installed,

Repaired. Clean-up, Hauling. Sod, Seed, Planting, Lighting, Drainage. Free Written Estimates; Insured. References. Since 1977. Lic. #508671. Please Call 909-989-1515.
CLAREMONT PET & House Sitting. Serving the Village area within one mile radius. Experienced with references. Licensed & bonded. claremontpets.com 909-638-8295.
HONEST plumbing at honest prices. On time courteous technicians. All work guaranteed. Expert drain cleaning. Slab leaks, copper repipes, tankless water heaters. complete plumbing service. Senior discount! Lic. #948274. BOB THE PLUMBER No job too small. We do it all! Small company with over 20 years of experience and small prices. We repair and install showers, tubs, water heaters, toilets, and all faucets, including kitchens and bathrooms, inside and outside. Installation and repair of all valves. We install gas lines. Expert drain cleaners! Senior Discounts. Checks and credit cards accepted. WE TRY HARDER! Call 909-985-9408 or 1888-424-9210. Lic. #536312.
LIC# 834510
$59 Kitchen Sink Drain with proper access. $79 Main Sewer Drain with proper access. All Plumbing Repairs Drain Cleaning, Slab leaks Gas Line Repairs and Installs Repipes, Toilet Installs Water Heater Repairs and Install. Tankless Water Heater Repairs and Installs. Sewer Drain Cleaning Repairs and Install. 909-946-1112 877-933-1112
Insulation
WALL insulation, Green Fiber. Reasonable pricing. 10% senior discount. 909230-1988. Patching included in price.
Lauries Ark Pet & House Sitting

Y Daily in home pet & plant care Y Specialty Medical Care
(shots, IVs, feeding tubes, etc.)
Quilting
QUILTS for sale. Handmade and hand-appliqud. Variety of sizes including lap to queen. Please call 626-3218.
Irrigation
SPRINKLER SYSTEMS Installation. Expert repairs! C.F. Privett. Lic# 557151. 909-621-5388. ADVANCED DON DAVIES NEW, REFURBISH, OR REPAIR SPRINKLER & DRIP SYSTEMS FAST, NEAT, COURTEOUS, & RELIABLE. CALL 909-592-0757 NOW! SAME DAY SERVICE CELL 626-428-1691
SUNSET GARDENS LANDSCAPING. Lic# 373833. John Cook. Family owned. Design and installation. Irrigation specialist. Sprinkler repair. Gardening service. Drought tolerant plants, rockscapes, naturescapes, hardscapes. Stone masonry, patio covers. Free Estimates. 909-231-8305
STEVE LOPEZ PAINTING Extensive preparation. Indoor, outdoor, cabinets. Offering Odorless green solution. 33-year master. Lic#542552. 909-989-9786.
Y Walks, feeding, cat care Y Including birds, reptiles & horses Licensed & Bonded 15 years experience with references 909-753-5264
EXCEL PLUMBING
Family Owned & Operated 30+ Years Experience. Expert Plumbing Repairs & Drain Cleaning. Water Heaters, Faucets, Sinks, Toilets, Disposals, Under Slab Lead Detection, Sewer Video Inspection. Licensed, Bonded & Insured. Lic. #673558. 909-945-1995 909-945-1995
Rain Gutters
INLAND Empire Rain Gutters and Down Spouts. We clean, repair, install. Reasonable. Discounts. 909-246-4049, 909-881-7476.
Learn Japanese
PAINTING by West Coast. "Exterior painting specialist." Interior, exterior, residential, commercial. Also, Faux finishes, specialty coatings. Holiday specials! 909-899-2291. Contractors License #686377. COLLINS PAINTING & Construction Company, LLC Interior, exterior. Residential and commercial. Contractors Lic.#384597. 985-8484.
Piano Lessons
E V E LY N HUBACKER Piano teacher accepting new students. 626-2931. www.evelynhubacker.com.
Roofing
CUSTOM CONSTRUCTION
REROOF SPECIALIST All types of Roofing, Reroofing, New Roofs, Repairs. Lic# 630203 Mark 946-2924 Cell 996-2981
Piano Tuning
HAVE YOUR PIANO professionally tuned and cleaned. Call Keith at PIANO FORTE 909-625-1897 for prompt, courteous service. MEHAFFEY piano tuning and repair. 909-621-9212. Plumbing, Heating & A/C
Landscaping
PAT GONZALES Design & install specializing in drought tolerant landscaping, drip systems, lighting. Artistic solutions for the future. Over 35 yrs experience. Call: 225-8855, 9825965. Lic # 585007. GREENWOOD LANDSCAPING Co. Landscaping contractor for complete landscaping irrigation drainage designing gardening. Lic. #520496. 909-621-7770. GREEN SIDE UP LANDSCAPING Landscape design and construction. New, re-landscaping, and repairs. Concrete, block walls, masonry, BBQ, patio covers, and fountains. Planting, irrigation, drainage, lighting and ponds. CALL 909-992-9087 Lic. No. 941734
TAUGHT by Sumi Ohtani at Claremont Forum in the new Packing House. CHILDREN: Monday, 3:45 - 4:45 pm, Tuesday (Beginner), 4:305:30 pm. TEEN/ADULT: Monday, 7 - 8:30 pm., Wednesday (Beginners) 7 - 8:30 p.m. 909- 6263066. Tutoring available. www.claremontforum.org
Affordable Traditional or Green Options Custom Work Drywall patch and texture Claremont family owned and operated No job too small or too big 20 years of Claremont Resident Referrals Free Estimates Insured and Bonded License #721041
Plastering & Stucco

PLASTERING by Thomas. Stucco and drywall repair specialist. Licensed home improvement contractor #614648. 9846161. www.wall-doctor.com
FREE SERVICE CALL! FREE ESTIMATES!

Drains cleaned from $59 Main sewers cleaned from $89 GO Green with a new Noritz Tankless Water heater. TOTO toilets installed $430 after rebate 1.28 gallon flush. Exclusive root removal with NO digging sewer technology. Call for details. Take advantage of our money saving maintenance programs. Well beat any licensed contractors price. Complete plumbing repairs and drain cleaning. Take advantage of new tax credit and rebates today. Call for details! Serving Claremont for over 20 years! Family owned and operated. Fully licensed insured and bonded. Lic #686729. Mention this ad and receive a coupon for $25 off your next service. ROBERTS Rooter & Plumbing Repairs. No job too small! Senior discounts. Low prices. Repiping specialist, rooter services. Expert toilet, tub, sink, water heater, shower repairs and replacements. 909-5799543. Lic #536312. RE-ROOF with solar electric panels . DP Energy store at DP Door Co. 382 N. Indian Hill. w w w. d p d o o r. c o m . 909-625-6000. Gorden Perry Roofing Reroofing, repairs of all types. Free estimates. Quality work. Lic #C39588976. 909-944-3884. DOMINICS Roofing. Residential roofing and repairs. Free estimates. Call Dominic 909-484-4887 or 951-212-9384. Lic# 732789.
909-625-7335
Musical Lessons
VOICE, piano, keyboard, guitar, songwritng. Lessons by professional musician, instructor. All ages, genres, levels. 374-7433.
Patio & Decks

ADVANCED LANDSCAPE DON DAVIES CUSTOM DESIGN & INSTALLATIONS New, Refurbished or Repair. Sod, Drainage, Plants, Trees Concrete, Masonary, BBQs Decks, Patios, Covers Lighting - Low Voltage, 120 Sprinkler & Drip Systems Planter or Retaining Walls D.G., Stepping Stones, Rock Fountains, Waterfalls FROM CLEAN UP TO INSTALL TO MAINTENANCE NEAT, COURTEOUS, RELIABLE, INSURED CALL 592-0757 Now CELL 626-428-1691 Serving Claremont Area 30 Years St. Cont #323243 Liability- Comp. Ins. pest control.
Plumbing
Steves Plumbing.
24 HR Service * Low Cost! Free Estimates All plumbing repairs Complete drain cleaning Leak detection Water heaters Your local plumber for over 25 years Senior discounts Insured. Lic #744873 * 909-985-5254 * RENES Plumbing and AC. All types residential repairs, HVAC new installation, repairs. Prices to fit the working families budget. Lic# 454443. Insured professional service, 909-593-1175.
Organizing
Organizing Do You Have Trouble Getting Organized? Ill help with:
Closets Kitchen/Pantry Garages Kids Rooms Office and More.
Shower Enclosures
College Glass Inc.
Broken Glass Replacement Dual & Single Glaze Mirrors Table Tops Wardrobe Doors Shower Enclosures Sliding Glass Doors & Windows
Lets simplify your life! Please Call Kristine 909-225-8190
909-626-1535
Lic# 860465
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Sprinklers & Repair

DURUSSEL Sprinklers. Install, repair, automate. Since 1982. Free Estimates. License #540042. Call 982-1604. WASTING WATER? Poor coverage? Sprinkler repair. New Installations and Modifications. C.F. Privett 621-5388 Lic.#557151 GREEN SIDE UP LANDSCAPING Do you need to reduce your water bill? Sprinkler system tune ups. Install drip Irrigation. Expert sprinkler installation and repairs. CALL 909-992-9087 Lic. No. 941734
Tile
Tree Care
BOBS TREE SERVICE I.S.A. Certified Arborist on job at all times. Trimming, diagnosis, medicating, removal. Please Call 909-524-8000. Lic #764621.
Upholstery
Weed Abatement
ADVANCED DON DAVIES FAST, NEAT, COURTEOUS, RELIABLE CALL 909-592-0757 NOW Same day service 626-428-1691 TIRED OF DEALING with weed problems on your lot or field? Help control the problem in an environmentally safe manner. To receive loads of quality wood chips. Please Call 909-214-6773. Tom Day Tree Service.
Window Washing
NACHOS WINDOW CLEANING. For window washing call Nacho 909-816-2435. Free estimates, satisfaction guaranteed. Resident of Claremont. SUNLIGHT Unlimited. Window and solar panel cleaning team. Home, commercial, industrial park. Michael Keenan. 909-753-9832.
REGROUT, clean, seal, color grout. 909-880-9719. 1-888-764-7688. MASTER TILE LAYER Quick and clean. Plumb and level. Residential and commercial. Lic # 830249. Please Call Ray 731-3511.
MGT PROFESSIONAL Tree Care. Providing prompt, dependable service for all your tree care needs. Certified arborist. Matt GrayTrask. Call 946-7444. TOM DAY Tree Service. Fine pruning of all trees since 1974. Free estimate. 629-6960.
PINK UPHOLSTERY 46 Years of experience. Up to 30% discount on fabric. Free pickup and delivery. Please Call 909-597-6613.
Yoga
Window Washing
EMPIRE WINDOW Cleaning. Over 4000 repeat customers. Serving Claremont/Upland Since 1984. Free Estimate. 100% guaranteed. Track cleaning and pressure washing available. Please Call (909) 920-0606 $10 off with this ad!
Weed Abatement
JOHNNYS TREE SERVICE Weed Abatement, and Land Clearing, Disking and Mowing, Tree Trimming & Demolition. Certified Arborist. Please call 909-946-1123 or 951-522-0992. Lic #270275.
Tree Care
BAUER TREE Care.
30+ in Claremont Ornamental Pruning Specialist of your perennials. (909) 624-8238.
Tutoring
EXPERIENCED French tutor available. Lived in Paris. Beginner to college level. Call Jamie at 782-6222.
RESTORATIVE YOGA
Classes and workshops. Susan Perry 32 year Yoga practitioner. Weekly classes held at Musubi Dojo. perry@aiki.com w w w. m u s u b i d o j o . o r g . Call 909-624-7770.
ANIMALS
AUTOS
COMPUTERS
HEALTH & WELLNESS
HEALTH & WELLNESS
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
HEALTH & WELLNESS
HOME IMPROVEMENT
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Electrical
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John Dominguez
909-624-1246
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Beautiful end unit condo shows like a model. Offers an overwhelming view of the Inland Empire, canyon, city lights & sunsets. Approx. 1,600 sq. ft. w/ 3 bedrms & 2 baths w/ Granite countertops. Beautiful gated courtyard. Elegant Mahogany cherry wood floors. Crown molding. Skylight. Recessed lighting. Smooth ceilings. Solar tubs. Plantation shutters. Newer A/C & heating unit. Cozy kitchen w/nook area. Spacious formal living rm w/cozy brick fireplace. Dining rm. Good size master bedrm w/ built-in book shelves. Attached 2-car garage. Covered, brick patio area w/ fabulous views plus a newer roof. Association swimming pool + much more for $565,000. (H838)
864 W. Highpoint Dr. Claremont

For sale or lease... Beautiful, end unit condo. This condo is one of the few condos w/a large backyard. Beautiful views of the Inland Empire, valley & city lights from the backyard. Approx. 1600 sq. ft. with 2 bedrms, 2 remodeled baths & a den. Gated courtyard. Move-in condition. Shows pride of ownership. Ceramic tile entryway w/cut glass window by the front door. Berber carpeting. Lots of windows & skylights. Remodeled kitchen w/ Corian countertops. Lovely living rm w/brick fireplace. Dining rm. Bonus rm/enclosed patio area. Attached, finished 2 car garage. Good size backyard. Listed for $519,000 or for lease $2,300 a month. (H864)
Northeast Claremont. Single story home built in 1977. Features 4 large bedrooms/ 2 bathrooms with approx. 2,300 sq. ft. Spacious living room/dining area combo with fireplace. Large family room w/ fireplace and vaulted ceilings. Kitchen with breakfast nook. Individual laundry room. New windows, acoustic has been removed from the ceilings and fresh new interior paint. 10 year old metal tile roof. 3 year old new stucco exterior with color coat. New patio slab. Great location, near the foothills. Thompson Creek and the wilderness park. Also steps from Jaeger Park. Condit Elementary school area and 210 freeway access without all the noise. Lot size 9,514 sq. ft. List Price $560,000. (M2724)
126 Bloom Dr., Claremont

Great 2 story home built in 1992 situated in PUD. Large living room w/ fireplace. Formal dining area. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Approx. 1648 sq. ft. Kitchen w/ breakfast bar. Light, bright family room. Master bedroom suite. Fresh paint. 2 car attached garage. List price $400,000. (B126)
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764 VALPARAISO, CLAREMONT
Classic mid-century post and beam sits in the Claraboya hills of north Claremont. 3 bedrooms plus office, 3.5 bathrooms. Family room leads to covered patio, fireplace, formal dining room, kitchen with breakfast nook, enclosed atrium. 1 room can be used as guest quarters which is attached to main house, private bath and outside entry. Upgrades include-Pella dual paned windows and sliders, newer solar system. $595,000. (V764)
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North Claremont, 5 bedroom, single story ranch home. Great end of cul-desac location on approximately 1/3 acre! Newer central heat/AC and roof. Original hardwood floors, new laminate flooring in kitchen and entry, indoor laundry. Approx. 2700 sq. ft. of living space. Massive back yard with fruit trees and space to add a pool. Needs some TLC. Priced to sell at $499,500. (E920)
1697 Shenandoah Dr., Claremont

Charming single story, 3 bedroom, 1 3/4 baths home in the Claremont Club area. Approximately 2172. sq. ft. on an extra large 13,456 sq. ft. tree-shaded lot. Double door entry opens to step-down living room with fireplace. Family room with fireplace and sliding glass door opens to large deck and rear yard. Close to school and park. $499,000. (S1697)
620 Wellesley Dr., Claremont

Great Towne Ranch location featuring 4 bedrooms, and 4 baths in over 2200 square feet. Sparkling pool with outdoor fireplace and covered cabana. Hardwood and tile floors, remodeled kitchen and bath, granite counters and dual pane windows. $699,000. (W620)
Carol Curtis, Broker

Sales Associates: John Baldwin, Maureen Mills, Nancy & Bob Schreiber, Patricia Simmons, Corinna Soiles, Carol Wiese
Continuing the family tradition in the Claremont Village since 1947
107 N. Harvard, Claremont CA 91711
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851 Lawrence Circle, Claremont COVETED NORTHEAST CLAREMONT LOCALE. $495,000

Desirable Chaparral school district near school, park, & shopping. Quality built by Lewis Homes, this immaculate 1-story, approx. 2,135sqft, 4-bedroom home sits on over a quarter acre cul-de-sac lot . Shows bright and airy with light, neutral decor. Extensive wood plantation shutters. Formal entry leads to formal living room and adjacent formal dining room. Kitchen with view window to back yard opens to dining area and family room with vaulted beamed ceiling and fireplace. Tile roof. Indoor laundry room, 3-car garage. Grounds feature extensive patio areas, custom bird aviary, plus grassy yard. www.GeoffHamill.com 909.621.0500. (L851)
CLARABOYA CONTEMPORARY SHOWCASE VIEW HOME. $1,100,000

Sweeping panoramic valley, city lights, canyon, & mountain views! Perfectly situtated on a cul-de-sac street. Newer recent improvements throughout most of home. This classic 1story residence boasts an open, flowing floor plan boasting extensive architectural built-ins and elements that will both calm and dazzle your senses! 6 bedrooms + Office, 4.5 baths, nearly 4,300sqft. Extensive hardwood and tiled flooring. Dual pane windows. Dual double door entry formal foyer, formal Living room, Family room, formal Dining room, Newer remodeled Chef's kitchen with eating area. Luxurious Master suite features adjacent retreat with fireplace plus lavish bath boasting spa jetted tub, separate shower, and large walk-in closet. Indoor laundry room. Attached 3-car garage. Newer roof. Spacious over 1/2 acre fully landscaped over-sized lot with extensive lawn and concrete patio areas, plus Swimming Pool & Spa! www.GeoffHamill.com 909.621.0500. (V719)
PROMINENT ARCHITECTURAL OLD CLAREMONT VILLAGE ESTATE.

Presiding on 3 prime city lots on over 1/2 acre, this magnificent Monterey Revival style home enjoys numerous original embellishments plus extensive recent upgrades inside and out! Nearly 5,000 sqft with recent nearly 1,000 sqft Great room addition! Originally custom built circa 1928 by Clarence Stover for the A.G. McKenna family (of the now "Claremont McKenna College"), designed by the firm of Marston and Maybury of Pasadena. The home features a formal entry hall, grand scale rooms, high ceilings, crown moldings, gleaming hardwood floors, multi-light windows and doors, elevator, expansive balcony, and a full basement. Recent improvements include a newer gourmet kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, newer master bath and powder bath, newer extensive copper plumbing, newer shake roof, etc. 3-car garage plus ample driveway parking. Enjoy privacy and serenity on over 1/2 acre of gorgeous lush grounds professionally landscaped. www.GeoffHamill.com 909.621.0500. (E508)
PRESTIGIOUS BLAISDELL RANCH HOME. $750,000

Coveted Northeast Claremont estate home area near the Claremont foothills, Wilderness Park with hillside trails, Padua Sports Park, and private community Blaisdell Ranch Preserve. Sited on over 1/2 acre park-like grounds on sweeping corner lot. Great open floor plan exudes warmth and comfort, featuring 4 bedrooms & 3 full baths with one bedroom and bath downstairs. Formal Living room with vaulted ceiling and stone fireplace, adjacent formal Dining room, plus Family room with additional stone fireplace. Cheerful Kitchen with island and eating area. Spacious rear yard boasts privacy, patio areas, block wall fencing plus fantastic heated Pool and Spa. www.GeoffHamill.com 909.621.0500. (P960)
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Gorgeous renovated home in prime neighborhood. Super 1story floor plan approx. 2,537 sqft. features 4 bedrooms and 3 baths. Gourmet remodeled Kitchen with island, formal Living room with marble fireplace, formal Dining room with brick fireplace, Family room with stone fireplace. Enjoy extensive oak hardwood floors, smooth and artistic ceilings, and french doors. Central air & heat plus attic fan. Abundant storage throughout! Newer 7-year old roof. 2-gar garage with direct access plus bonus room (not included in sqft.). Expansive back yard over 1/4 acre offers privacy, pool, hot tub, fruit trees, covered patio areas, and block wall fencing. www.GeoffHamill.com 909.621.0500. (B1254)
NORTHEAST CLAREMONT HOME NEAR FOOTHILLS. $538,000

Prime locale in the Indian Creek neighborhood near foothills, trails, & wilderness park. Coveted Condit Elementary School District. Southwest Mediterranean Contemporary style with 3 bedrooms & 2 baths, approx. 2,000 sqft. Formal living room with fireplace, Dining room area. Kitchen opens to family room with vaulted ceiling and refreshment center. Permitted Sun room. Central air & heat. 3-car attached garage. Nearly 1/3 acre sprawling lot boasts fruit trees, grassy yard areas, and mountain views! www.GeoffHamill.com 909.621.0500. (K2524)
NORTHEAST CLAREMONT APPROX. 2/3 Acre ESTATE LOT. $395,000

Prime buildable lot in coveted location. 200ft frontage and 150ft depth. Situated on the South side of Pomello Drive between Mills and Padua Avenues. Excellent view of the San Gabriel Mountains! Phase 1 Environmental Report has been completed with no issues on property (Buyer to verify). Water service is on site and turned on. Other utilities are ready to go at the front of the site. This is an excellent opportunity to own one of the last buildable lots in North Claremont in a most desirable location! ***Owner may carry with 25% down. www.GeoffHamill.com. 909.621.0500. (P920)
I have motivated and qualified buyers looking for a Claremont home Please call today for a complimentary market analysis of your property. Thank you!
For more information, photos and virtual tours, please visit www.GeoffHamill.com or call 909.621.0500
M ALKA RINDE REAL ESTATE

1876 Morgan Avenue, Claremont CA 91711
EXPERIENCE MATTERS...
Celebrating Over 25 Years Selling Real Estate in the Area
MALKA RINDE Broker - Owner
Bus: 909-625-2407 Fax: 909-621-2842 www.malkarinde.com
Your Local Real Estate Resource
CALIFORNIA LIVING
Live a relaxed, upscale lifestyle in The Hacienda designed by award winning architectural firm JZMK Partners. Spanish architecture with attention to detail including the arches to infinity. Enjoy a dramatic music room, the relaxed vibe of the game room, and a home theater with 3-tiered seating. Includes an elevator, separate guest suite casita and entertainment/pool pavilion offering a bar and bath. Call for your private tour of this Padua Estate in NE Claremont. $3,195,000. 1-800-532-9172 x2070. (S1039)
EXQUISITE CLAREMONT ESTATE

Your perfect place to call home is this gorgeous masterpiece with new upgrades, decorator appointments and mastercrafted architectural detailing. Entertaining is a joy in the spacious kitchen sporting granite counter, center island and professional grade stainless steel appliances. Guests will mingle in the luxurious yet cozy family room and around the custom pool and patio area in the irresistible backyard. $1,395,000. 1-800-532-9172 x2017. (G3332)
ENTERTAINERS DREAM
Make the most for your lifestyle when you own this sprawling home nestled in the foothills. Hear the mingling of guests in the spectacular living spaces including huge bonus room with wood ceiling treatment and custom wet bar. Entertain family and friends in the gorgeous backyard with sparkling pool and spa. This home has everything you need. Call today for your private tour. $525,000. 1-800-532-9172 x2011. (W691)
MODERN MASTERPIECE
This chic and stylish home showcases wood flooring and a palette of color tones throughout. Chef will delight in newly renovated kitchen with granite and recessed lighting. Relax in your private backyard silhouetted by a large sparkling pool. $499,900. 800-532-9172 x2066. (K836)
CLAREMONT FAMILY HOME

Create a lifetime of memories in this 5 bedroom 3 bath home featuring 2 master suites. Wonderful spaces to relax and unwind after a long day include the living room, sunroom and cheery kitchen. Large yard features mature fruit trees and manicured lawn in a private setting. $509,900. 909-398-1810. (D1699)
REFLECT YOUR SUCCESS

You deserve a home that mirrors your accomplishments. Find it in this north Claremont beauty showcasing upgraded flooring, updated kitchen with granite and stainless steel appliances, and gorgeous landscaping. Relax at the end of the day by the fireplace in the master retreat or the slate fireplace in the living room. $547,000. 1-800-532-9172 x204. (M687)
CELEBRATE LIVING
You've never seen anything like this home nestled in the foothills. This prestigious address reflects your successful position where you will enjoy timeless architecture that has been artfully designed for the discriminating buyer. Enjoy spacious entertaining spaces, chef's kitchen and lush, colorful landscaping. Call to see this impeccable home and start reaping the benefits today. $549,000. 1-800-532-9172 X2014. (G4751)
LOTS OF UPGRADES!
Exquisite Upland gem is a perfect place to call home with its crown moldings, built-in cabinet, neutral paint and stunning marble fireplace. Youll appreciate cooking on the stainless steel appliances in the remodeled kitchen with granite and recessed lighting. Call today! $379,000. 1-800-532-9172 x2040. (O1349)
DESIRED COMMUNITY
Enjoy a lifestyle of comfort and relaxation from this home nestled in the foothills. Open and bright floorplan boasts high ceilings and ample space for entertaining, plus immaculate kitchen and oversized master suite. Community features a pool, spa, and lush landscaping. $355,000. 1-800-532-9172 x2074. (P1239)
MASTERPIECE
This amazing residence designed to be like a model home has everything you need to live in luxury. Experience the grandeur of the marble flooring, soaring ceilings and designer decor. Relax and unwind by the fireplace in the fabulous master retreat. The splendor continues outdoors in the professionally landscaped yards. $1,100,000. 1-800-532-9172 x2025. (S2218)
BREATHTAKING VIEWS
High in the foothills this custom built masterpiece awaits you. Beveled glass doors welcome you into the opulence of travertine flooring and walls of windows capturing city light and valley views that go on forever. Youll find sophisticated touches like hand carved corbels, imported granite, distressed wood flooring and one-of-a-kind craftsmanship cabinetry. Spend leisure hours in the exquisite backyard featuring custom rock pool and spa, built in BBQ and fire pit set amidst a background of privacy in the San Antonio foothills. $1,395,000. 1-800-532-9172 x2053. (T37)
ONCE IN A BLUE MOON

Rarely does a home of this class and quality become available. Entertainers delight boasts entry with soaring ceilings, designer flooring and open spaces where guests will mingle. Enjoy summer BBQs in the lush yard with patio and gazebo surrounded by colorful plantings. $1,225,000. 1-800-532-9172 x2015. (A2463)
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Inside todays paper

Council race kicks-off with 8 candidates vying for 3 seats.

In print or online, we know what makes Claremont tick

Claremont COURIER/Saturday, December 18, 2010

Managing Editor Kathryn Dunn

Farewell party slated for Councilman Yao

Education and Sports Reporter Landus Rigsby

Features Reporter/Obituaries Brenda Bolinger

Photo Editor/Staff Photographer Steven Felschundneff

OLA School of Claremont captures honors at mathematics competitions

Reporter At Large Pat Yarborough Calendar Editor

COURIER photo/Peter Weinberger

Back Page Sammy

Classified Editor Aimee Ripley

Billing/Accounting Manager Dee Proffitt Distribution/Publications Tom Smith

Distribution Jim Citizen Sprinkle

Claremont COURIER/Saturday, December 18, 2010

Meet the candidates:

Claremont COURIER/Saturday, December 18, 2010

Council moves on with 4 members until March election

In print and online

1420 N. Claremont Blvd., Claremont, CA 91711 (909) 621-4761 www.claremont-courier.com

Of course we cover Claremont news 24/7

Claremont COURIER/Saturday, December 18, 2010

Bingham and Stark take on new leadership roles

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CHS returns to winning ways with 83-67 victory

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SPORTING LIFE continued from the previous page

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICE DIRECTORY

attorney MIKE F. OBRIEN

attorney JANE CERVANTES

100 West Foothill Blvd. Claremont, CA 91711

212 Yale Avenue Claremont, CA 91711

(909) 626-3595 Bankruptcy, Family Law, Social Security Law

Building a better Claremont since 1985

attorney Kendall &Gkikas LLP

chaplain CHAPLAIN TRUDY

c.p.a. LIGHTFOOT RALLS & LIGHTFOOT LLP

414 Yale Avenue, Suite K Claremont, CA 91711

(909) 920-9485 office (909) 297-6903 cell

design/build SRS GENERAL CONTRACTOR, INC.

financial consultants THE CLAREMONT MESA GROUP

senior care CAROLs CARE

tax preparation D. PROFFITT, E.A.

Carol A. Levey. (909) 593-3849

Phone: (909) 445-1379

Claremont COURIER/Saturday, December 18, 2010

PREP SCOREBOARD BOYS BASKETBALL

GIRLS WATER POLO

Claremont COURIER/Saturday, December 18, 2010

59th Assembly District Democrats gathering

Waste collection schedule unchanged over the holidays

Children and families in need of your help this holiday season.

Claremont COURIER/Saturday, December 18, 2010

Cheer squads take top prizes in local competition

Claremont COURIER/Saturday, December 18, 2010

Its okay to be different!

Claremont COURIER/Saturday, December 18, 2010