Resident Pismo Beach, CA 93449

Clam Chronicle
August - October 2012 •
HEAL THE BAY REPORT CARD
City Directory
City Council:
Shelly Higginbotham
235-6604
Ted Ehring
440-4037
Mary Ann Reiss
709-6296
Kris Vardas
975-5229
Ed Waage
550-3345
Departments:
Emergency911
Admin/City Clerk
773-4657
Finance773-4655
Eng./Public Works 773-4656
Planning773-4658
Building773-7040
CVB773-7034
Fire773-7031
Police773-7029
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Fire Watch
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Police Beat
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Local Hazard Mitigation
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Timed Parking
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Building Safety and
Library News
Pizmo Grammer School
8-9 Tourism’ly Yours
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Pumpkins on the Pier
Announcement
11Recreation
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Summer is here with residents and visitors alike enjoying our local beaches. Beachgoers
will be glad to know that Pismo Beach received a glowing report on the 2011-2012 Annual Beach Report Card (BRC) from Heal the Bay. Heal the Bay grades more than 650
locations along the West Coast for summer dry weather and more than 300 locations
year-round on an A-to-F scale. The grades represent the risk of adverse health effects to
beachgoers. The better the grade a beach receives, the lower the risk of illness.
Pismo Beach saw great improvement, with all six monitoring locations receiving A or A+
grades (except Pismo Beach Pier) during all time periods this past year. The Pier received
a B grade, which was a dramatic improvement since it was on the Beach Bummer list in
both 2008 and 2009, and just narrowly missed last year’s list. In response to historically
poor water quality at the Pier, a microbial source tracking study was completed in August
2010, which found the main sources of fecal contamination at the pier were avian with
some canine sources. Due to these findings, the City implemented several water quality improvement projects, including a recently completed pier blocking project to prevent
birds from nesting under the pier. Also, a new storm water infiltration system and impervious pavers have improved water quality by eliminating a source of fresh water for the
birds to congregate. Other improvements include added signage at the beach to encourage responsible dog dropping clean up, renovation of the current beach restroom facilities
and increasing the number of portable units available during the summer. The City takes
great pride in its family friendly beaches and will continue to work hard to earn A’s on future Beach Report Cards.
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City of Pismo Beach
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Pismo Beach Lifeguards
Fire
Watch
Summer is Here!
Each year during California’s “fire season,” usually from May to late fall, thousands of acres of
wildland and hundreds of structures are burned. Some of the qualities Californians most enjoy
-our warm, dry climate and beautiful natural landscapes - create one of the most severe potential
wildfire conditions in the world. Added to this is the greater number of people moving into new
communities that were once wildland areas - the foothills, grasslands, and mountains of California.
Mixing fire-prone wildland areas and suburban areas makes it very difficult to maintain the natural
role of fire and to protect human lives and property. The rapid population growth into these areas of
the state is putting great strain on fire fighting forces. There are certain steps that everyone living
in a fire-prone area can take. By evaluating the risks and taking steps to make their community
and property “fire safe,” Californians can learn to live with fire.
The City of Pismo Beach has staffed their Shell Beach Fire Station
with an additional firefighter for a total of 3 staffing the station each
day in addition to the 3 additional firefighters at the Pismo Beach
Fire Station. The Shell Beach Fire Station also moves its staff onto
a state wildland fire engine that has some additional capabilities to
help protect the community. The wildland fire engine is four wheel
drive, carries more hose and is shorter for ease of mobility on and
off road.
There are many things you can do in Pismo Beach to make
sure you and your family have a safe summer in this wonderful
community:
Make sure your property is maintained.
Clearing dead grass and brush that could carry fire is important not
only for a wildland fire but if your house or your neighbor’s house
has a fire it will help reduce the fire spread in the community. Be
sure you have address numbers that are a least 4 inches tall that
can be seen from the street, sometimes plants grow over and
block the numbers. It is easy to identify a house that is on fire but
what if you or a loved one is having a medical emergency inside,
without address numbers you could be hard to find, resulting in
valuable minutes being lost.
Inspect your electric cords in your house.
Make sure your cords are inspected for damage and never
overload a circuit. If you find that there are circuit breakers in your
house that trip often have them inspected, it could mean they are
being overloaded or it is damaged. Never plug a power strip into
another power strip, your wall outlet and power strip were never
designed for that type of load.
Outdoor safety in Pismo Beach.
The beach is a beautiful place to spend time but waves and
currents can be deceiving, it is always important to swim near
an on duty lifeguard. The bluffs of Pismo Beach and Shell Beach
provide spectacular views but always stay far back from the edge
as the dirt can give way. You may also want to avoid unmarked
trails that are too steep for your capability and a slip could result in
a fall to the beach below.
The City of Pismo Beach and CAL FIRE have many great websites
to help make sure your house is fire safe inside and out as well as what to do in case of an emergency.
Take some time now to visit them and ensure you and your family have a great start to your summer.
www.pismobeach.org/fire
and
www.calfireslo.org
PG 2
Enforcement On Our Beaches
Police
Beat
Due to the increasing popularity of the beach at Silver Shoals and Beachcomber, the police
department has begun stepping up its patrols of the beach and enforcement actions. Over
the past year, we have seen a rise in the number of beachgoers in this area. Unfortunately,
some of these new beachgoers are choosing to disobey our laws prohibiting alcohol consumption, littering and leash law violations. The police department will be keeping a close
eye on the beach and when there are significant crowds, patrols will be increased. Our police
officers are dedicated to make certain the beaches stay safe, quite, and clean for all to enjoy.
Grand Jury Commends Pismo Beach Police Property and Evidence Room
The 2011 – 2012 San Luis Obispo County Grand Jury conducted inspections of all law enforcement agency property and
evidence rooms within the county to determine compliance with recommended policies of recognized property/evidence
organizations, as well as with their own internal policies.
The Grand Jury Report states the proper collection and retention of evidence is a foundational element of our judicial system. While most commonly attributed to the prosecution of criminal acts, it can also be of vital importance in the exoneration of the innocent. Property and evidence rooms store not only evidence from crimes but also found property, property for
safekeeping, contraband and property for destruction. Evidence must be collected, packaged and properly stored. Often
referred to as the “chain of evidence,” documentation is necessary to show where the evidence is located, who located the
evidence and every person who comes in possession of the evidence, from the initial collection through the judicial process.
The Pismo Beach Police Department received the following Commendation in the Grand Jury report: “The Pismo Beach
Police Department has demonstrated its support and dedication to the property/evidence room function through its CALEA
certification and adherence to POST standards. Specifically, Property/Evidence Technician Rachelle LaPan is to be commended for her management of the property/evidence room and her contributions as President of the local CAPE Chapter.”
The Grand Jury also made a finding, that the Pismo Beach Police Department was in compliance with their respective policies pertaining to evidence room inspections.
The department’s property and evidence function is managed by Community Service Officer, Rachelle LaPan who is a
seasoned employee with over fourteen years of law enforcement experienced.
The police department is fortunate to have a person of her caliber responsible
for this vital function in the department.
The entire Grand Jury report can be viewed on the City’s Website.
Annual Police Inspection
Saturday, October 20, 2012
Chief Norton would like to invite all interested residents to watch the fourth annual Police Department Inspection, which will take place October 20, 2012 at 8:00 AM on the first diamond of the
Pier.
This event will take place during the Clam Festival weekend. All department personnel will be assembled for the inspection. This will be a great time to see your police department looking its best.
Light refreshments will be served after the inspection.
PG 3
Pismo Beach Awarded Grant to Update Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) requires that cities have a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. The
purpose of such a plan is to reduce a City’s vulnerability to natural and human caused disasters through planned efforts
that minimize the impacts of these disasters. These plans provide a comprehensive list of mitigations and actions that are
called into play when disasters occur. The City of Pismo Beach has had a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan in place since
2007, and it has served the Community well because it provides valuable information that has been utilized in disaster
preparedness efforts.
Cities are required to update their Local Hazards Mitigation Plan every five years subject to approval by the California
Emergency Management Agency. If a City’s plan is up to date, it is eligible to receive future Federal and State Emergency
Funding. Pismo Beach’s current plan is now five years old and ready for an update, which is not an inexpensive process
because of the complexity and detail of such plans. In 2011, the City Council authorized submittal of a grant application
for funds to assist in the preparation of the update to the Local Hazards Mitigations Plan. In May of this year, the City
was notified by the California Emergency Management Agency that it has been awarded a $55,605.09 grant. With these
and additional City funds, preparation of the update to the Local Hazards Mitigation Plan can begin; thus, providing for
continued emergency planning efforts and eligibility for Federal and State Emergency Funds if they are needed.
PG 4
Timed Parking Just Ahead for Pismo Beach Downtown
This is a reminder that at the start of June, parking on some streets in the Pismo Beach Downtown is limited to 3 hours
between 10:00 am in the morning and 6:00 pm in the evening. Signs along Price Street notifying motorists of the time
limit have been set up. Timed parking continues until September 30th. The intent of timed parking is to ensure an adequate supply of parking for those using Downtown services during the busy summer season. For more information,
please contact the Pismo Beach Parking Division at (805) 773-7451.
PG 5
Building and Safety Codes
There are continuous efforts to address issues of safety, energy efficiency, and
sustainability in the built environment, which affects those living and working in
buildings and structures, both in everyday life and at times of natural disaster. Building
and Fire Codes provide for structures that are safe and sound 24 hours a day, seven
days a week. The International Codes, which are the Building Codes used in the
City of Pismo Beach, are the most widely adopted building safety, energy, and fire
prevention codes in the nation. And they are used by most U.S. cities, counties and
states.
The month of May was Building Safety month and is a reminder to the public about
the critical role of our communities’ largely unknown guardians of public safety––our
local code officials––play in assuring citizens of Pismo Beach safe, efficient, and
livable buildings. The dedicated staff of the Pismo Beach Building Department make
sure that plans for new structures comply with the Building Codes and then inspect
those structures as they are constructed in the field to verify that what is built meets
with code requirements. This ensures that the buildings are safe for the residents of
Pismo Beach and the many visitors to our City.
Library News
Well, if it’s summertime, then our kids are busy reading their way to prizes by participating in the
Summer Reading Program. Our theme this year Is “Dream Big…Read”. Children who read 10
books (20 for lap readers) will earn free books and other prizes. We’re lucky here to have
sponsorships by Cliff and Jan’s Kettle Corn and the Shell Beach Deli so our kids also earn free ice cream and bags of kettle corn. Many thanks to both businesses!
During National Library Week, we collected 118 items of non-perishable food in our “Food for Fines” program. Thanks to
all of you who took advantage of the program to clear your fines/fees as well as help out your neighbors.
Your Friends of the Library are officially out of the “Book Sale” business with our final big sale held in April. We’ll continue
to stock our self-service Book Nook in front of the library and we’re also bringing a smaller sale to Art in the Park during
2 holiday weekends (July 4th and Labor Day) so look for us there.
Supervisor Adam Hill has provided a grant to your Friends so they can purchase a shade canopy and 2 folding tables to
be used at our Art-in-the-Park book sales. The volunteers who staff our booth will sincerely appreciate both items!
Your Friends continue to provide financial support by purchasing both books and movies that the county budget doesn’t
cover. If you’re looking for the latest movie release, it might just be found on our rental shelf. You can take it home for a
full week for only $2.00. If you purchase a punch card, you’ll even get a freebie after 5 rentals, plus you’ll be supporting
your own community library.
New on the library’s website (www.slolibrary.org) is a link to the World Book encyclopedia. It includes links to national and
international newspapers as well as games for all skill levels, maps and other reference data. Check it out!
After almost 27 years with the County, I’ll be retiring on July 4th. With the exception of one brief incident, my 14 years
here in Shell Beach have been incredibly wonderful. You’ve been way more than patrons; you’ve made me your friend
and a member of your extended families. Your children have baked cookies, brought flowers, and colored pictures. You’ve
invited me to share your holiday tables and family celebrations. You’ve mailed cards and gift boxes to my soldier son.
We’ve shared photos of grandbabies, recipes, and gardening tips. We’ve laughed and cried and hugged each other. I’ll
miss each and every one of you and I’m going to really miss your children calling me “Miss Cathy”! I plan to remain on
the Friends Board so you’ll still see me at library functions. There will be a period of substitutes coming from the Arroyo
Grande library and I know that you’ll make them feel welcome. Hopefully, my permanent replacement will be on-board
soon.
As always, we’re open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from noon til 5pm.
PG 6
Pizmo Grammar School
John Price, as County Judge in 1850, had the distinction of ordering the opening of the first public school system in San
Luis Obispo County. The document was posted in Spanish and advised that, ‘as promised by the town council, a school of
primary letters will be opened on Monday, March 11, 1850, in San Luis Obispo’. The notice directed all fathers to present
their children at that time and place. Class was to be conducted in rooms of the old Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.
On Rancho Pismo and other outlying ranches, class room instruction continued to be offered to youngsters in classrooms
on the ranchos, including a classroom in an adobe constructed by John Price next to his home, for which he hired a teacher.
In 1860, Price children continued to be educated at home as well as in boarding schools in San Francisco, as was common
in rancho days. By 1864 a public school opened in an adobe in Arroyo Grande. The Arroyo Grande School District, which
included Pismo, had sixty children eligible to attend, but only seven enrolled. Of those enrolled were Manuela, 19, Adelaida,
15, and Victoria Price, 14.
By about 1890, Pismo children were being schooled in various quarters, and at one time in the lobby of the hotel at the
beach. About this time a one-room wooden school house was built. In 1892, developers A. E. Pomeroy and Charles M.
Stimson dedicated a school site to the Pismo School District. It consisted of two lots on Pismo Street at the county road. It
is now the site of condominiums at the corner of Bello and Pismo streets. An old photograph shows the one-room school
in this location.
In 1899, as Pismo continued to grow, John Price deeded an acre of ground to the Pismo School District, and a larger
wooden school house was built. This parcel would become 1000 Bello Street. The school district acquired additional
parcels to enlarge the school campus.
In 1922 Pismo’s school consisted of two wooden school houses at 1000 Bello. In 1923, construction began on a new
three-room brick school. The old one-room wooden school was removed and its fate is lost to history. The newer wooden
school was moved to the rear of the parcel and continued to be used for classrooms and a community building until it too
disappeared. The 1923 brick school immediately expanded, reaching its current footprint by 1931.
In November 1952, when an earthquake shook the unreinforced brick school at 1000 Bello, a new school higher on the hill
was already nearing completion. The old school was declared unsafe for school use and provisions were made for early
occupation of the new campus by students. The new Pismo Beach Elementary School was dedicated in June 1953 and is
now Judkins Middle School. Shell Beach Elementary School came online in 1960.
The city, cramped in its quarters at 581 Dolliver Street, acquired the brick school and campus in 1953 for $25,000. City Hall
remained at 1000 Bello until moving to 760 Mattie Road in the early 1990s.
The city is currently evaluating the 1923 brick Pizmo Grammar School for potential demolition.
PG 7
Tourism’ly Yours....Summer Events for Residents and Tourists
Sunset’s SAVOR the Central Coast
The City of Pismo Beach is a key sponsor of Sunset’s SAVOR the Central Coast. This world-class food and wine event
celebrates the beauty and bounty of this coastal region in an incredible 4-day experience. Pismo Beach is proud to host
Sunset’s International Wine Competition at Dinosaur Caves Park, featuring a reception, dinner and dancing. Be the first to
experience these medal-winning wines paired with fresh, local cuisine and purchase your tickets today. For more information
about this event, please call 805-541-8000 or visit www.savorcentralcoast.com.
Pismo Beach Events this Fall
For more information about these and other events year round, visit www.ClassicCalifornia.com.
Wednesday Afternoons
Farmers Market
Featuring fresh produce, food and handmade items at the Pismo Beach pier. For more information, please call the Chamber
of Commerce at 805-773-4382 or visit www.pismochamber.com.
Aug 5, Sept 2, Oct 7
Art in the Park @ Dinosaur Caves 10am-4pm
Art in the Park @ Dinosaur Caves in Shell Beach features over 100 local artists and craftsmen selling and displaying
their work, including paintings, sculpture, pottery, glass, textiles, jewelry, wood and metal furniture, and more. The event
also features live music, hands-on children’s activities, fresh flowers and plants, a BBQ and on-site massage. For more
information or to get involved, please call 805-704-8128 or visit www.artintheparkshellbeach.com.
August 12
4th Annual Shell Beach Art Walk
Stroll along beautiful Shell Beach Road and admire local artwork. Refreshments will be served at various businesses. For
more information, please call 805-441-8277.
August 12
Central Coast Chili Challenge
11am-5pm
Bring the whole family down for chili competitions, chili tastings, family fun, music and activities. Festivities take place at
Biddle Park in Arroyo Grande. This is an International Chili Society (ICS)-sanctioned competition, presented by the Arroyo
Grande Rotary Club. For more information, please visit www.centralcoastchilichallenge.org.
August 18-20
St. Anthony’s Celebration
The St. Anthony’s Celebration Committee sponsors this annual event to celebrate the cultural contribution of the area’s
Portuguese descendants. The parade begins on Sunday at 9:30am with sopas being served at the St. Anthony’s grounds
at 390 Bello St. For more information, please call the Chamber of Commerce at 805-773-4382 or visit www.pismochamber.
com.
August 22
Party on Price Street
Stroll along Price Street and meet local business owners while sampling delicious food and drinks. You may even qualify
to win a raffle prize! For more information about this event, please call the Chamber of Commerce at 805-773-4382 or visit
www.pismochamber.com.
September 27-30
Sunset’s SAVOR the Central Coast
This world-class food and wine event caters to those in search of the hottest culinary and wine trends from across California
and the entire West Coast! The event showcases area winemakers, chefs, and artisanal food producers. Sunset Magazine’s
expert editors guide attendees through outdoor adventures and farm excursions. You can also join other guests at exclusive
winemaker dinners and amazing culinary showcases by celebrity chefs. For more information, please call 805-541-8000 or
visit www.savorcentralcoast.com.
September 29-30
75th Annual Arroyo Grande Harvest Festival
This community event is always a crowd-pleaser, with everything from parades to pie eating contests. The Harvest Festival
serves as a tribute to agriculture, Arroyo Grande’s leading industry. This festival focuses on the local non-profit organizations
that serve the community. Bring the whole family for all of the weekend festivities. For more information, please visit www.
agharvestfestival.com.
PG 8
Tourism’ly Yours....Summer Events for Residents and Tourists
October 4-8 4th Annual Central Coast Railroad Festival
The Central Coast Railroad Festival is designed for the casual train buff and the avid rail fan. It celebrates rail’s history and
future while experiencing all types of modeling, rail excursions, concerts, films, exhibits, ceremonies, historical presentations
and special programs. Activities will take place at numerous historical and educational railroad locations throughout San
Luis Obispo and northern Santa Barbara counties. Most events are free and family friendly. For more information, please
call 805-773-4173 or visit www.ccrrf.com.
October 6
Central Coast Classique
This is a 30, 64, and 100 mile bike ride benefiting families in San Luis Obispo County, including the families of the armed
forces and police officers that serve within our community. The ride starts in Arroyo Grande, through Huasna Valley, then
to Lopez Lake, Edna Valley, Nipomo, and back to Arroyo Grande. For more information, please call 805-549-0442 or visit
www.centralcoastclassique.com.
October 14
17th Annual City to the Sea Half Marathon, 5K & Kids’ Fun Run
Get out your running shoes for the 17th Annual City to the Sea point-to-point half marathon starting in San Luis Obispo and
ending in beautiful Pismo Beach. Proceeds benefit the Cuesta College Track & Field and Cross Country teams. For more
information, please visit www.citytothesea.org.
October 19-21 66th Annual Clam Festival
A community tradition since 1946, the Pismo Beach Clam Festival features a live parade, beer garden, clam chowder cookoff, wine tasting, surf contest, sandcastle contest, food, music and a new Friday night wine walk. For more information,
please contact the Chamber of Commerce at 805-773-4382 or visit www.pismochamber.com.
October 25-28
36th Annual Jubilee by the Sea
This premier west coast jazz event features many of the most sought-after traditional jazz bands from across the nation. It
features 20 bands and several guest artists performing at five venues, all connected by a shuttle bus system. Enjoy New
Orleans-style jazz, big band performances, dancing, food and beverages. For more information, please call 805-481-7840
or visit www.pismojazz.com.
October 27
Pumpkins on the Pier 10am-1pm
Join us on the pier for this free, family-fun event. Highlights include a costume contest, pumpkin decorating, a climbing
wall, bounce house, balloon typhoon, face painting, carnival games and more. The costume contest starts around 11:30am
and ends at 12:10pm. Categories include most original, scariest, funniest, and most decked out. An adult costume contest
will follow. The Trick or Treat Extravaganza will take place from 12pm-2pm at participating, local downtown businesses.
For more information, please call the Pismo Beach Parks & Recreation Department at 805-773-7063 or email ccghiglia@
pismobeach.org.
Got visitors? Visit our three information locations!
Visitor Information Center (VIC) 581 Dolliver at Hinds Street
California Welcome Center (CWC) Pismo Beach Premium Outlets 333 Five Cities Drive
Visitor Information Kiosk (VIK) Pismo Beach Pier, end of Pomeroy Street
The staff and volunteers have helpful information and brochures on Pismo Beach restaurants, hotels and local attractions.
The information centers welcome our residents as well as our visitors. Please visit a center for your FREE Visitors Guide.
For a free online guide, please visit www.ClassicCalifornia.com.
PG 9
SAVE THE
DATE!
Pumpkins
ON THE
PIER
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Pismo Beach
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
For more information, contact The City of Pismo Beach Recreation Division
773-7063, or visit www.pismobeach.org
PG 10
The City of Pismo Beach Recreation Division
presents...
ONGOING RECREATION CLASSES
ART: WATERCOLOR WORKSHOPS
This returning series of workshops provides different emphasis on various techniques, including watercolor and mixed media, ink and white
tempera, and working with masa. Each class provides a break for lunch,
and is taught by experienced instructor and local artist Shirley Horacek.
BALLROOM DANCE CLASS
Students will learn Ballroom dance including: the Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango
and more! Syncopation techniques and styling for all levels: beginning,
intermediate and advanced. No partner is necessary is for this class.
DOG OBEDIENCE - BASIC & ADVANCED
A friendly and professional dog trainer covers basic and advanced lessons including sit, stay, come, stand, down and walking on a loose leash
and much more. This course is tailored to fit the personality of individual
dogs, as well as owners, in an effort to be effective, pleasurable and
successful. All dogs must have proof of DHLPP, Bordetella & rabies
vaccinations.
EXERCISE FOR PEOPLE W/
ARTHRITIS & OTHER LIMITATIONS
This is a low-impact recreational exercise program using chairs with
optional standing exercises. This class was designed to maintain and
improve joint mobility, muscle tone, bone strength, and posture. Participants are led through gentle exercises that increase joint flexibility
and range of motion using hand weights, stretch bands, and endurance
exercises.
GUITAR I & II
These classes cover technique, music reading, chord symbols, song
accompaniment patterns and ensemble performance. At the end of
these courses you’ll be able to play song sheets, tablature, and a number of melodies by memory!
HATHA YOGA
This yoga class uses a combination of poses that connect breathing
with flowing yoga postures. The instructor recommends that students
have a minimum of six months experience for this yoga class. Please
bring a mat to class.
LATIN AMERICAN DANCE
This dance class teaches several Latin American favorites, including:
Salsa, Cumbia, Cha-Cha-Cha, Meringue and more! No partner is necessary is for this class.
PISMO BEACH WALKING CLUB
Lace up those walking shoes and head out to Pismo Beach for a great
time! This group walks for roughly 2 ½ miles on the beach.
SHOTOKAN KARATE (Karate-Do)
In this class, members will have the opportunity to increase focus
and discipline, develop flexibility and balance, benefit from aerobic
conditioning, and build self-confidence. Participants are eligible to
attend several practices annually taught by Ohshima Sensei at the
Shotokan Ohshima Dojo in Santa Barbara.
SENIOR DANCE SOCIALS
We invite all you dancing guys and gals to join us at our monthly-themed
dance event For your musical pleasure, we are proud to feature the
live musical band “The Swingin Bridge Band”. Plan on joining us on the
second Monday of every month for some fun and fellowship!
STAND-UP PADDLE BOARDING (SUP)
This is an introductory one-day class to stand-up paddle boarding
(SUP), SUP is part paddling, part balancing and part surfing. On flat
inland water, cruise and glide while touring the local sites, and on small
swells, you can easily paddle into and ride the waves. If interested in
2-hr. private lessons for $75.00, please contact the Recreation Dept.
TAI CHI
This Tai Chi style is a culmination of 18 years of Tai Chi practice. These
classes, designed for all age groups and ability levels, will focus on
increasing joint health and mobility, stress reduction, self-defense and
self-healing. Register with instructor.
TAP DANCE BASICS
Learn the basics of art of tap dancing, and progress at your own comfort-level and pace.
HULA/TAHITIAN DANCE
TAP DANCE ADVANCED
JUDO
ZUMBA DANCE
This course will teach students Hawaiian and Tahitian dancing. Participants can take advantage of live music presented by the Flaming
Ukuleles during the last hour of class.
Central Coast Judo would like to welcome both kids and adults from the
community to come down to the dojo and become a part of our club.
You will learn throwing, grappling, joint locks, control holds, immobilizing
techniques & Judo competiton skills.
This class was designed for students who already know the basics of
tap, and would like to expand upon their current skills. Intermediate and
advanced dancers are welcome.
Zumba combines Latin and International music with a fun and effective
workout system! Come join the fun and get your workout in too!
For more information, contact The City of Pismo Beach Recreation Division
773-7063, or visit www.pismobeach.org
PG 11
Calendar Of Events
AUGUST
SEPTEMBER
OCTOBER
2 PRBC meeting – 6:00 p.m.
2 Art in the Park - 10:00 a.m.
2 City Council meeting – 5:30 p.m
5 Art in the Park - 10:00 a.m.
3 City Hall Closed
4 PRBC meeting – 6:00 p.m.
7 City Council meeting– 5:30 p.m
4 City Council meeting – 5:30 p.m
7 Art in the Park - 10:00 a.m.
12 Shell Beach Art Walk
6 PRBC meeting – 6:00 p.m.
18-19 Shakespeare in the Park - Dino Caves
25 Planning Commission meeting - 6:30 p.m.
19-21 Clam Festival
21 City Council meeting – 5:30 p.m.
26 Parking Advisory Committee - 10:00 a.m.
23 Planning Commission meeting - 6:30 p.m.
22 Parking Advisory Committee - 10:00 a.m.
27-30 Sunset’s SAVOR the Central Coast
24 Parking Advisory Committee - 10:00 a.m.
9 Planning Commission meeting–6:30 p.m.
11
Planning
Commission
meeting–6:30
p.m.
14 City to the Sea Half Marathon
14 Planning Commission meeting – 6:30 p.m.
18 City Council meeting – 5:30 p.m
16 City Council meeting – 5:30 p.m
15 CVB meeting – 3:00 p.m.
19
CVB
meeting
–
3:00
p.m.
17 CVB meeting – 3:00 p.m.
18-20 St. Anthony’s Celebration
22 Party on Price Street
25-28 Jubilee by the Sea
28 Budget Review Workshop - 2:00 p.m.
27 Pumpkins on the Pier
28 Planning Commission meeting - 6:30 p.m.
Note:
CVB - Conference & Visitor’s Bureau
PRBC - Parks, Recreation and Beautification Commission
Art in the Park is held at Dinosaur Caves Park
CITY NEWSLETTER
The City is pleased to be publishing the City newsletter.
The Clam Chronicle is mailed to City residents on a
quarterly basis, in February, May, August and November.
We appreciate your questions or comments. Please call
the Administration Office at 773-4657 or send an e-mail to
ecano@pismobeach.org.
PUBLIC MEETINGS
All meetings are open to the public and are
held in the City Council Chamber at City Hall,
760 Mattie Road.
CITY OF PISMO BEACH POLICY OF
NON-DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF
HANDICAPPED STATUS
The City of Pismo Beach does not discriminate on the basis of
handicapped status in the admission or access to, or treatment or
employment in, its programs or activities. The City Manager or his
assigned representative, has been designated to coordinate compliance
with the non-discrimination requirements contained in “Section 504 of
the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended 99 29 U.S.C 794)”. The City
Manager may be contacted at City Hall, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach,
CA 93449 or by calling 773-4657.
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