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Archived February 12, 2010
Bluffs' Homeowners Community Workshops Announced The Bluffs' Board of Directors, specifically the Architectural Committee, is scheduling the first of two major Bluffs’ Homeowner Community Work-shops where Mr. Smith, our architectural consultant, and the Architectural Committee will collect your ideas and gain a greater under-standing of the direction our neighborhood chooses to go. The first Community Workshop will be held Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at 7:00PM in the Fiesta Room. See the full story here.
Archived January 23, 2010
Check Out Our New Year's Resolution Suggestions Every January we almost always resolve to do something new in our lives. Check out some ideas that you can do right close to home. Hint: Here is a photo of our Spanish Conversation Group that meets every Monday. To learn more see full article here.
Neighborhood Goodwill Industries Donation Location Opens
If one of your your New Year's resolutions is to clean out the closets, cupboards, and garage, then you will be happy to learn that there is now a GOODWILL Industries Donation location in our neighborhood. You will find it at Our Lady Queen of Angeles Church 2046 Mar Vista Drive Newport Beach,CA 92660.
Welcome 2010 and Some Helpful Hints
We hope that 2010 will be a great year for all of our residents. If you have cleaned off your refrigerator door and are looking for some helpful safety hints to print and post to your bulletin board or refrigerator door, thenhere is a brochure provided by the Newport Beach Police Department. As the NBPD says: "No police department can function effectively without
the concerned assistance of responsible citizens. We are depending on you to call and tell us whenever you observe suspicious persons or actions."
Archived January 15, 2010
Waste Management to Pick-Up Green Christmas Trees Wondering how to get rid of your "Green" Christmas tree? Thursday, January 14, our waste management/trash collector will be picking up your "green tree" in a separate truck that will follow the regular pickup truck and take away your tree (no flocked, artificial or lights on tree).
Archived January 12, 2010
Meet Patricia Wright Ellis
Patricia is a beautiful woman and a woman who could easily pass for 20 plus years younger than she is. You’re instantly aware of her girlish figure, her vibrant red hair, her ready and beautiful smile, and her youthfulness. While I was beguiled by Patricia’s outer beauty, I had no idea what an amazing story she had to tell.Read the full article here.
Archived January 5, 2010
The Holidays Are Here...Don't Forget to Safe-List Extra Vehicles Since the holidays are upon us, we wanted to bring you a friendly reminder about how and why to Safe-List any extra vehicles for overnight stays. We invite you to read the full story Adventures in Holiday Parking. This is a lighthearted take on important information, as no one wants to hear the tow truck arriving. Remember Patrol-One's phone number,
Dr. Carol Tomlinson Shares A Polar Bear Adventure With Her Grandson
You may have seen the small fur trading post in northern Manitoba on the news or on the Discovery Channel. Churchill is known as the polar bear and beluga whale capital of the world and one of the best places in the world to experience the northern lights. Read more about our neighbor's adventure and enjoy her photos here.
Archived December 22, 2009
Meet Dr. Alice Thie Vieira Who would have thought that amongst our neighbors would be a noted author and clinical psychologist, who when you meet her, at first, looks like another pretty, bright lady, who happens to be our neighbor? If you lived on the "L" streets you might have met such a lady. Meet Dr. Alice Thie Vieira. She has a brand new book out called Horrible Mothers. Recently neighbors Mary Foster and Nina Bagdasar hosted a book signing party which was a great succes, see the photo album. The party discussion showed the "insightful and thorough exploration of the many issues surrounding mothers whose behavior is or has been emotionally damaging to their children" that Dr. Viera has studied. This is not exactly upbeat conversation but is definitely something that is worth addressing. The book also gives clues to what good parenting is all about. Click here to read a Book Review.
Archived December 17, 2009
Put a Smile on a Child's Face
The Bluffs Homeowners' Community Association Office will be collecting toys for Toys for Tots, sponsored by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve ~ November 5 through December 15, 2009. Please bring your new unwrapped toy to 2414 Vista del Oro, Newport Beach, CA
Archived December 13, 2009
December 9th BOD Meeting Will Feature AirFair Presentation AirFair will be onsite December 9th to make a presentation to update homeowners on the current status of the John Wayne Airport.
Remember, it is important to report excessive airport noise by calling the Airport Noise Abatement number
Archived December 8, 2009 Website Features New Neighborhood Watch Page We are always trying to find ways to make our HOA website a more vital resource for our residents. We now have a page for our Website Registered Users that is dedicated to our Neighborhood Watch Program.
Have you ever wanted to become involved with Neighborhood Watch? With our busy lives we sometimes feel that we dont have time to volunteer for one more committee; however, participation in the Neighborhood Watch program can fit easily into your day to day routine. For example, on your morning walk or jog you can practice being more observant of unfamiliar people or cars, or while you walk your dog you might notice a broken window or a door ajar, or while enjoying your patio or deck you might hear something suspicious. Basically it means finding time in your day to watch out for your neighbors and, in the long run, protecting yourself and your neighborhood.
Learn more here and see the latest information provided by the Newport Beach Police Department. If you live in the Bluffs and would like to register to use our site, click here.
Archived November 16, 2009
Bluffs' Looking For Veterans' Histories As a part of our Bluffs' History efforts we would like to gather a collection of people and their histories that help develop a historical record of Bluffs' participation in such historic times as World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam, Desert Storm, Iraq and Afghanistan, to name a few.
Recognizing that many of our residents have served in the US military, the National Guard and as reservists, we would like to honor that service by highlighting some of your stories. The October issue of the Bluffs' News includes a questionnaire, for our on-line readers you can download the questionnaire here and either email it to Dave Wallace or return it to the office. Photos are also great. Don't we all have great photos of our veterans?
An Affordable and Wonderful American Flag
Do you have an American flag? Many Bluffs' neighbors fly the flag every day or on important Federal holidays. It is a nice tradition. Certainly you can purchase the American flag at any number of stores or even on-line, but did you ever wonder how you could order an American Flag that has been flown over the Unites States Captiol? Every U.S. Senator offers a Flag Purchase Service. If you visit Senator Feinstein's site by clicking here you will get all the details. Remember due to the high volume of requests, please allow 8-12 weeks for processing and delivery.
The other important thing is that you want to be able to dispose appropriately of your tired and worn out American Flag that you are replacing. Flags are not burned anymore. We recommend that you take any old flags to Nikkis Flag Shop at 475 Old Newport Blvd. in Newport Beach near Hoag Hospital. They are open Monday thru Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. If you need a flag sooner than the Capitol one, you could probably buy one there. Their phone number is
Archived November 12, 2009
Susan Menning Hosts Airport Information Meeting Additionally, homeowner, Susan Menning, welcomes interested neighbors to join her at 404 Vista Flora at 4:00PM Tuesday, Nov. 10, for a meeting concerning the recent increase in flights (and related airplane noise) over our neighborhood. Tom Edwards, an attorney and former City Councilman who now works for the City of Newport Beach on airport issues, will attend to answer questions and let us know what we can do to protect our quality of life due to airport-related noise and pollution. Also attending will be Nancy Alston and Jeanne Price, co-founders and longtime members of AirFair, the community organization which aims to stop expansion of John Wayne Airport. Archived November 6, 2009
Fun Halloween Celebration was held October 23rd The Bluffs' Homeowners Community Association held their annual Halloween Celebration in the Fiesta Room on October 23, 2009. Neighbors of all ages attended and enjoyed the food, games, contests and neighbors. Check out the photo album. Many thanks to board member, Tom Unvert, the Bluffs' staff and our volunteers.
Archived October 20, 2009
Homeownership Humor by Tony Knox
It's In the Tank!
Irma Bombeck said, "When humor goes, there goes civilization." When asked to write something humorous for this website, little did we know that we might be helping to save civilization!
What about bathroom humor. Whoa! Dont go there! But really, sometimes you can learn from humor. And from toilets.
One of our toilets got to singing lately. At first, it was just a single high pitched screech. Then, as time went on, it took on a variable warble. Never a tune, but there was diversity. Eventually, it sang not only when the tank was filling, but it started to sing on its own, whenever it liked. And loud! It seemed to take on a new life; or, maybe the space aliens somehow intercepted it.
We just laughed when the toilet started to sing, but maybe the folks in the adjoining condo didn't appreciate it too much. In fact, it was probably a violation of one of the Bluffs' rules, or, dread the thought, the CC&Rs. So, finally, off we went to Ace, the Friendly Place, for a new valve and flapper.
Most of you know this, but to replace the valve and flapper, it is first necessary to bend over, lift up and take off the heavy ceramic lid from the back. It probably won't give you a hernia, but it's awkward, noisy, wet, and it isn't an altogether pleasant experience. However, it can be a learning experience.
On the underside of every ceramic lid is a bunch of numbers. When you run out of things to do, you might just check out the numbers inside your own toilet. You will see, among the numbers, a year. Ours says "1964". As it turns out, ceramic toilet makers stamp the year of manufacture right there on that lid. It is also likely the year your house was built.
Now, we bet you didn't know that. It's one of the many worthwhile facts you can learn from a toilet. So, the next time someone asks you how old your house is, remember our singing toilet, and you will know exactly what to do.
Oh, by the way, once we did the repair, we had to change the name of our fixture from "Pavarotti" to "Silent Partner".
Archived October 12, 2009
A Garage Sale by Any Other Name...
A garage sale by any other name...
Don't Let the Camera Scare You!In October our garage sale is the Do-it-Yourself variety and some neighbors entered in most enthusiastically.
Susan on Vista Flora got some great signs up including one on Jamboree and Eastbluff that definitely generated some interest but even better still, served fabulous Breakfast Burritos to some of her neighbors. You see, her mother was visiting from Phoenix and was her secret chef. They were a great pair and had a wonderful day. Susan is the trainer you can find on Friday mornings in the Fiesta Room leading the Bluffs Exercise Group.
Dale on Lucia had a special twist on her sale. It was all part of her early fund raising campaign to raise money on behalf of CHOC ( and the CHOC Follies) and the upcoming show "The Wizard of OC" which will be held April 1-3, 2010 at Orange Coast College. She sold 90% of her stuff while letting everyone know that all the proceeds were going to CHOC. It really touched some shoppers' hearts because in some cases people paid extra just to be supportive. How great was THAT?! She and her fellow volunteers are holding show auditions at the Islands Hotel in Fashion Island November 1 (2-4 p.m.) and November 4 (6-8 p.m.) for anyone interested. You don't have to have any special talent...but "if you can talk, you can sing; if you can walk, you can dance!" That's all they require to be eligible...PLUS the commitment to sell a minimum of $1000.00 for tickets, sponsorships, ads, etc. "After all, it IS a fundraiser!" says Dale.
Michelle on Vista Grande was still busy working on Sunday. We were wondering if those good looking wet suits sold by the end of the day.
On September 24, 2009, the Newport Bay Naturalists and Friends installed their first wildlife camera on the east bluff (EB-1) thanks to the support of the Bluffs Homeowners Community Association. The actual camera location is in front of 301 Enero. ( N33 38'26 and W117 53'01). It is on the greenbelt just above the gravel emergency access road that comes up from Back Bay Drive. Its purpose is to identify and quantify wildlife activity using this corridor. The camera was tagged with instructions to call NBN&F if there are questions.
Bluffs' Board President, Don Passaglia, reports: "This is an exciting joint project for the Bluffs and NBN&F. The camera is motion activated and runs 24/7. The intent is to capture any animals that live in our area. Also, the camera has a flash so people may see a slight flash at night as animals set off the camera. Homeowners should not be alarmed about the flashes during darkness hours."
Archived October 6, 2009
Check Out Our New History Page Our Bluffs' Community has a rich and colorful history. When you consider the lay of our land, our homes, the architecture, our residents and our beautiful Back Bay, there are many stories to be told. Your Website Committee decided to create a HISTORY page for these stories. We invite you to read the latest article by Richard Stott. Click here to read more...
Archived September 29, 2009
Kim Huber's Walk on the Wild Side
On Monday evening, September 14, 2009, our neighbor, Kim Huber decided to take a walk on the dirt path behind the elementary school. We invite you to learn more about her adventure and view her cell phone photos by clicking here. And you can learn more about bobcats here.
Vista Bonita Neighbors Attend End of the Summer Party
Once again Millie and David Knowlton, Carolyn and Joe Jerger and Carol Tomlinson hosted a Summer's End block party. This year's party was held at the Vista Bonita Pool on Sunday, September 6. With over 40 attending, the group caught up with each other's most recent activities, the kids went swimming, and everyone ate lots of good food. We hope you enjoy the event photo album here.
Archived September 18, 2009
Board of Directors Appoints Replacement Board Member At the August 26, 2009, BOD meeting the Bluffs' Board of Directors regretfully accepted the resignation of Board Member, John Burrows. Over the years John has been an active community member and served on the board since April 2008. Among other assignments, John was involved with the Architectural Control Committee. The board will miss working with John.
Following John's resignation the Board appointed Mary Foster of Vista Laredo to fill the rest of John's term of office. Mary has a strong background in sales, teaching, and leadership of education projects during her career. Additionally, Mary has been an active homeowner serving on various committees over the past several years.
We hope you will join the board in thanking John for his service and congratulating Mary on her new appointment.
Music on the Green - Summer 2009
Another great, happy evening for Bluffs residents and their families and friends at this 2009 Summer's Music on the Green! And even a few other broader neighbors who saw the sign joined in with full delight. Many came early in the day to stake out their place. Those homes directly on the greenbelt had numerous patio parties. A very organized group on the Vista Dorado street set up headquarters at a strategic location and used the event to welcome numerous new neighbors.
Whether you were old or young there was something for everyone. There was our favorite face painter giving children painted ice cream cones on their cheeks. There was a balloon man, Air-Jer, who brought smiles to the kids faces making balloon hats and balloon animals and making Darth Vader something-or-others. There were cookies and coffee from a Seniors organization. Speaking of cookies, one of the big hits of the day was the table full of cookies that the children decorated with all kinds of creativity and glee. The music was loud and connecting for lots of the folks. Particularly by dusk the dancers found the one cement area and danced to the light of the beautiful new moon.
Manouche and Jim Ragsdale made a real party of it, as did Beth and Dave Hopkins with an international set of guests, and Connie and Ray Way really did the party thing with everyone willing to smile for the website picture. Smaller groups gathered with Bonnie and Don Christensen, and Judy and Bob Carlson, Judith and Chuck Adams, Catherine and Bob McNair and many, many more. There were lots of three generation groups. Everyone was having a joyous time.
Many thanks to Tom Unvert, 3 Car Garage, who provided the music, and Arnulfo and the staff who supported the whole effort. They did a great job! What a great hooray for the end of summer here in the Bluffs. How blessed are we?! Be sure to look at the pictures and see if you can find yourselves there. Happy Summer!
Archived August 24, 2009
Staying Alert - Staying Safe
Yesterday, August 18, 2009, our local Eastbluff Drive Bank of America branch was robbed. To read more about this story see the Daily Pilot's article here. We bring this to your attention as a reminder of what we can all do to stay safe. Last evening our neighbors, Barbara Wallace and Fran Fleishman, once again attended the Newport Beach Police Departments(NBPD) Local Neighborhood Watch meeting. Barbara and Fran volunteer for the Bluffs to stay informed with the NBPD. Here are the tips offered by NBPD:
Crimes of opportunity are based on making it easy for the robber so...
Always lock your home before leaving, even to borrow sugar from your neighbor.
Save the Date: Music on the Greens
We hope you will join us for the annual Music on the Greens, August 23, 2009. Meet at the Reflection Pond from 4:00PM to 8:00PM. This year's theme is "A Tribute to the Fun Music of the 70's" and will feature the band 3CG. 3CG plays classic hits from the 60's and 70's. We look forward to seeing you on the greens.
Neighbors Meeting Neighbors: Ladies of the "L" Streets
Ladera, Laredo, Largo, Lorenzo and Lucia
What do three bright, able women do when they think it would be fun and good for more neighbors to know each other?
Lynne Burns, Mary Foster and Alice Viera decided that the best way to start that was to plan a potluck wine and cheese gathering, and that is exactly what they did. Invitations went out, and August 6th the invited "Ladies of the "L" Streets" gathered at the Laredo Pool, where some met each other for the first time. Among them were a financial planner, a college dean, a college professor, a one time movie actress, a minister's wife, a handbag designer entrepreneur, several realtors, a travel agent, several homemakers, two interior designers, a researcher, and a professional dog-walker. Everyone was introduced and some had lived here over 20 and 30 years, others had been here just a few years, and one wasn't quite moved in yet, but glad to get to know her soon to be neighbors.
The food was good from homemade smoked salmon mousse to guacamole, shrimp, veggies of all kinds, artichoke dip, mixed fish dip, dry roasted nuts and grapes. Sparkling water, soft drinks, cabernet sauvignon, sangiovese, chardonnay all quenched everyone's thirst.
The hostesses proved their point that "lots of interesting women live on the "L" streets." One lady was heard commenting that she had met a number of women she would surely like to visit with again sometime. They certainly provided a model for other streets to gather and mingle and learn more about their neighbors. Summertime proved just the right time to try this. Thanks indeed to this great trio of hostesses. See our photo album here.
Archived August 10, 2009
Summertime and Bluffs' Pool is our destination....
School is over and with our nice weather more homeowners are enjoying our pools.
We hope you will read page 4 of our June 2009 Bluffs' News to learn more about important pool guidelines and etiquette.
Archived August 3, 2009
Our Thanks to Newport Beach and Orange County Firefighters
On Sunday, July 19th, two juveniles accidentally set a brush fire on the Back Bay cliff below our Vista Entrada neighborhood. According to the July 20th Edition of the Orange County Register, "The fire was reported just before 2:30 p.m. on a cliff below Vista Entrada. Between 2 and 5 acres burned before Newport Beach and Orange County firefighters brought the small blaze under control less than an hour later."
To read all the details please see the stories here at Orange County Register and the Daily Pilot. More photos can be viewed in our photo gallery.
Do you like Origami? Meet Spencer Bentley!
Our Bluffs' neighbor, Spencer, started by making paper airplanes with plain white paper, at about 4 or 5 years old. He went to the library to find a book on making paper airplanes and accidentally picked up a book on origami instead. From then on he began, with his dads help, making all kinds of projects.
Now 10 years old, we invite you to learn more about Spencer, his family and his friends by reading the full article here and viewing our photo album about Spencer and his origami works of art. You can learn to make a Wish-Catcher.
Archived July 21, 2009
Bluffs' Needlework Group -- You are welcome! The Bluffs has a number of neighborhood groups that meet throughout the month. One of our longstanding groups is the Needlework Group. We invite you to learn more about this group by reading this article.
Archived July 8, 2009
Photo Contest -- We Have Our Winners!
The Bluffs held our First Annual Photo Contest. We want to thank all residents that participated and congratulate our dual first and second place winner - Raymond Way and our thrid place winner Carol Tomlinson. We invite you to read our full story on the front page of our Bluffs' News June 2009 edition and see our photo album of all the entries.
Bluffs' Blood Drive - UPDATE
Because of lack of participation the blood drive has been cancelled. For those of you who have signed up for the blood drive, you can still donate blood by calling the Red Cross to set up an appointment. Remember, according to the American Red Cross: "The need is constant. The gratification is instant." The Southern California Red Cross requires 8000 donors weekly to meet the needs of our communities. Get the facts here.
Archived June 23, 2009
Summertime and Bluffs' Pool is our destination....
School will be over soon and with our nice weather more homeowners are enjoying our pools.
We hope you will read the Bluffs' News June 2009, page 4, to learn more about important pool guidelines and etiquette.
Bluffs' Board of Directors Looks to Sponsor a Blood Drive
Our Board of Directors is working with the local Red Cross to sponsor a blood drive. If you would like to participate as a donor, then please visit the Bluffs' office to sign-up. The Red Cross will be able to schedule the blood drive when we have 50 committed volunteer donors. Remember, according to the American Red Cross: "The need is constant. The gratification is instant." The Southern California Red Cross requires 8000 donors weekly to meet the needs of our communities. Get the facts here. If you have never donated blood, you may have questions and you can learn more here. In the meantime, think about being a donor, talk to your neighbors and family members. Let's work together to make this blood drive a success.
Quality and Quantity Describes 8th Annual Bluffs' Garage Sale June 6th!
The Bluffs' Garage Sale took place on June 6, 2009, from 8:00AM-2:00PM. Hosted by The Colesworthy Team, participating neighbors had a great time. Shoppers could find toys, clothes, quilts, knick knacks, unique dolls and even a Tin Lizzy to put in the garage! Enjoy our photo album here. Thank you to the Colesworthys for all of their organizational assistance. See you next year!
Magic Shoe 5K Run/Walk Update
The Magic Shoe 5K Run/Walk went off as scheduled Saturday, June 13, 2009. The race included a fast and flat course, Kids Run, first-ever High Heel Dash, and more! If you would like to see the race results, please visit Magic Shoe 5K Run website. Also, here is a link to a Daily Pilot Special Report about the High Heel Dash.
Archived June 14, 2009 Magic Shoe 5K Run/Walk, Saturday, June 13 The Magic Shoe 5K Run/Walk is scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2009, 6:00AM-10:00AM! The race promises to be fun, with a fast and flat course, Kids Run, first-ever High Heel Dash, and more! Since this annual event traverses our neighborhood, we want you to have access to Magic Shoe 5K Run website. Also, to help you to understand the road closures, you can get the organizers' Traffic Notification Map here. Our thanks to a Vista Bonita neighbor who suggested this article.
Archived June 1, 2009
Update: 1st Annual Bluffs' Photo Contest Deadline Extended
Ted Loveder, Bluffs' General Manager, announced the 1st Annual Bluffs' Photo Contest deadline has been moved to May 30, 2009. Additionally, residents can submit up to three of their digital and hard copy photos of their favorite Bluffs' landscapes or residents. These photos should be submitted to the office by May 30, 2009. If you have any questions regarding the photo contest please stop by the office or call the office staff at
Young at Heart Bluffs' Social Luncheon By Judy Tracy
How can you make a difference? Well, one small group in this Newport Beach community decided to make a difference in the lives of Bluffs homeowners in the Young at Heart age group. All who are 65 and older were invited to a very special lunch at the Fiesta Room, on Saturday, May 2nd. More than forty guests arrived and were treated to a delicious lunch of quiche, fresh fruit, and many delicious desserts.
At one point, each guest shared their name, their street, and often a warm thought about living in the Bluffs. People found they had neighbors they hadnt known before. It was a wonderful opportunity to feel part of this community and to stay connected.
Long time homeowners Bob Paulson, Millie Ries, Barbara and Dave Wallace, Barbara and Mac MacAdam, Don and Bev Winans, Annette and Ed Cates, and Digger Odell were among the guests. May birthday guests, Terry ONeil, Bob Reuter, and soon to be 96 year old Florence Levine took home lovely hydrangea plant gifts. Victor Rumbellow rode his bike over while his wife, Olive rode in her electric cart. Who says going green is just for the young!
Huge thanks go to Catherine and Bob McNair of Fiesta, and Jack and Carolyn Burns of Avenida Cumbre, and the rest of their small group: Bev and Lou Sheldon, Joan and Fred Hearn (North Bluffs), Patty Sweede and Cheryl and Jack Hawley who gave a most generous gift to this community.
Enjoy our Young at Heart Photo Album.
Archived May 26, 2009
Meet the Splash Dancers! Every morning, Monday through Friday, the Bluffs' water aerobics group meets for its daily workout. But did you know this group had a nickname? The Splash Dancers! On April 30th Bonnie Christenson hosted a beautiful luncheon for the group. Carol Tomlinson was nice enough to send in photos of the event and we hope you will enjoy the photo album here. The schedule for the water aerobics group is on our calendar and is always referenced in the Bluffs News.
Young at Heart Bluffs' Social Luncheon Success
Archived May 4, 2009How can you make a difference? Well, one small group in this Newport Beach community decided to make a difference in the lives of Bluffs homeowners in the Young at Heart age group. All who are 65 and older were invited to a very special lunch at the Fiesta Room, on Saturday, May 2nd. More than forty guests arrived and were treated to a delicious lunch of quiche, fresh fruit, and many delicious desserts. To enjoy the details please see our News Spotlight Page and our photo album.
Annual Membership Meeting Held - Election Results for New Board of Directors
At 3:30PM on April 20, 2009, the Annual Meeting of the Bluffs Homeowners Community Association was called to order to elect five new members to the Board of Directors. Karen Bennett, the Bluffs' Elections Inspector, announced the newly elected board members: Kate Colesworthy, Bob Drakulich, Marianne Kreter, Don Passaglia, and Judy Tracy. These newly elected directors will join returning board members John Burroughs, Dave Moltz, Jim Robinson, and Tom Unvert. Congratulations to all! Enjoy our Annual Meeting Photo Album here.
Editor's Note: Our Board of Directors' web page and Committees' web page are updated.
Young at Heart Bluffs' Social Luncheon May 2nd If you are a Bluffs' resident and are at least 65 years old, then you are invited to attend the first Young at Heart Social Luncheon. This event will take place on May 2, 2009, in the Fiesta Room. You must RSVP by April 27.
Bluffs' Manager Announces 1st Annual Bluffs' Photo Contest
Get your cameras ready! Ted Loveder, Bluffs' General Manager, announced the 1st Annual Bluffs' Photo Contest. This announcement was made at the March 25, 2009, Board of Directors meeting. Residents are encouraged to submit their digital and hard copy photos of their favorite Bluffs' landscape or residents. These photos should be submitted to the office by April 30, 2009. If you have any questions regarding the photo contest please stop by the office or call the office staff at
Archived April 24, 2009
Bluffs' Easter Celebration - A Good Time for All Board Member Tom Unvert and General Manager, Ted Loveder, created an Easter Park for children of all ages to enjoy. The April 4th celebration included an Easter egg hunt, two-legged race, balloon toss, cookie decorating, potluck and BBQ. Tom Unvert created large Easter eggs by painting watermelons and Ted managed the BBQ. We have so many photos to share with you, we have created two photo albums, 2009 Bluffs' Easter Celebration which has two pages and 2009 Bluffs' Easter Celebration Part 2. Special thanks to Marisa Unvert and Judy Tracy for capturing all of the photos for our albums!
Archived April 20, 2009
Bluffs' Annual Membership Meeting Is Announced
Homeowner Members of the Bluffs Homeowners Community Assoication have been mailed the Notice for the 2009 Annual Membership Meeting. Included in this mailing was the Irrevocable Ballot for the Annual Meeting of the Bluffs Homeowners Community Association, instructions for completing and submitting the ballot, and Condensed Resumes of Candidates for Board of Directors. The Annual Membership Meeting will be held in the Fiesta Room on Monday, April 20, 2009, with a Call to Order at 3:30PM. This year there are five (5) seats open for election. Please see our News Spotlight page for the complete election schedule. Additionally, critical dates are included in our on-line Calendar and on the Upcoming Events page.
Candidate Deanna Miller Withdraws as Board Candidate On March 13, 2009, a Notice was sent to all homeowner association members announcing that "Candidate Deanna Miller has informed the Board she will withdraw her name as a candidate and will not run for office in the eletion due to work contraints." The notice outlined the "write-in" protocol. To review this notice and learn more click here.
Archived April 5, 2009
UPDATE: Pool Closure Status for Compliance of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act The Association's pool drains retrofit project is proceeding. Five out of our six pools have been upgraded; therefore, complying with the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Safety Act. The Vista Caudal and Bonita pools are now open for swimming. Management is working to have all other pools open April 1, 2009, and thanks all residents for their cooperation during this project.
Bluffs' Easter Celebration - April 4, 2009
Please join your neighbors for the Bluffs' Annual Easter Celebration. Meet at the Reflection Pond for an Easter egg hunt and BBQ/potluck. Bring your favorite dish. The celebration will start at 11:30AM and continue until 3:30PM. We hope to see you there!
Archived March 26, 2009
Bluffs' Family Seeking the Good Samaritan On March 4, 2009, around 5:30PM a Good Samaritan driving a black or dark SUV stopped to help a Bluffs' neighbor around Vista del Oro and Vista Flora. Because the Good Samaritan was good enough to pick up the family member and bring him home, the family was able to get him to HOAG hospital within minutes, and he is now discharged and recovering. The grateful family is seeking to talk to the Good Samaritan again, as their family member has complete amnesia for the event and they need to determine if he simply stumbled or if he blacked out and then fell. Anything the Good Samaritan saw or noticed or can recall will be very helpful in his future treatment. If you are the Good Samaritan, we ask that you complete the web contact form and the website adminstrator will put you in touch with the family. Please know the family is just trying to solve the puzzle, this is not about lawyers or lawsuits. The family thanks you for aiding their loved one.
UPDATE Re-scheduled: Pool Closure for Compliance of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act
The Association's pool drains retrofit project has been re-scheduled to begin March 16, 2009. Five of the six pools will be closed approximately March 16th for one week so our vendor may drain the pools and complete the project. The Entrada pool will be left open for your use during this period. Upon completion of the first five pools, the Caudal pool will be reopened and the Entrada pool will be closed for retrofit. It is possible there may be some overlap of pool closure depending on completion of the vendor's work. We hope this will not occur; however, we ask your patience if it does occur.
Archived March 15, 2009
Bluffs' Election Schedule Is Announced Yes, it is that time of year again! While the Bluffs' Community Homeowners Association Annual Meeting date is still to be determined, our General Manager has mailed to all homeowners the 2009 Election Schedule. This year there are five (5) seats open for election. If you are interested in serving on the Board of Directors, applications to run for a seat on the Board of Directors will be available beginning February 2, 2009. Please see our News Spotlight page for the complete schedule. Additionally, all critical dates are included in our on-line Calendar.
Archived March 9, 2009
Thank You to Gordon Glass for Our New Exterior Bulletin Board
Our Board of Directors would like to recognize our Bluffs' resident, Gordon Glass, for designing and creating a new exterior Bluffs' Bulletin Board. It is located just outside the Bluffs' office gate that faces Vista del Oro. If you see a flyer on the board, please take time to stop and read it as it has important information. The location of the new bulletin board assists residents that cannot visit the office during regular office hours.
"Swing for the Green" Recycling Event
Do you have any e-waste in your home? That is - do you have any old computers, printers, cell phones, keyboards, fax machines, etc? Toshiba will host a three-day Swing for the Green recycling event during the Toshiba Classic in Newport Beach, Calif. In exchange for e-Waste, recyclers will receive two FREE tickets (good any one day) to the Toshiba Classic. That's a great opportunity to see some of the best golfers in the world! We have listed this event in our "Upcoming Events" and you can learn more about this e-waste event by visiting "Swing for the Green". To learn more about the tournament visit Toshiba Classic.
Archived February 23, 2009
Let's Talk Trash! Have you ever wondered what the guidelines are for the City of Newport Beach's Refuse Collection? If you have lived in our community for a long time, then you may know these regulations by heart. However, many new neighbors frequently search for information about the most simple items like what day of the week collection occurs, what is the holiday schedule or what is the city willing to collect. Our January 2009 Bluffs' News provided some basic guidelines, but here you can see the City's Refuse Brochure which will answer all of your questions. For your convenience, this brochure will be permanently available on our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page.
Archived February 19, 2009
Pool Closure for Compliance of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act The Association pools will be closed for drain retrofit to be in in compliance with the above named Federal Law. Five of the six pools will be closed approximately February 15th for one week, so our vendor may drain the pools and complete the retrofit of the drains. The Entrada pool will be left open for your use during this period. Upon completion of the first five pools, the Caudal pool will be reopened and the Entrada pool will be closed for retrofit.
It is possible there may be some overlap of pool closure depending on completion of the vendor's work. We hope this will not occure; however, we ask your patience if it does occur.
Archived January 30, 2009
New Year Brings New Service Group to the Bluffs Getting to Know Our Neighbor, Dale Skiles and Her Worthy Cause
Our neighbors are part of the wonderment of living in the Bluffs. Getting to learn more about them can be a lot of fun. There are many profiles to be written, but given that it is the holiday season we thought you would enjoy meeting Dale Skiles and learning about her work with the Festival of Children Foundation. Learn more about Dale and her cause.
Bluffs' General Manager Requests Comments on "Community Design Guidelines"
On December 19, 2008, Ted W. Loveder, Bluffs' General Manager, sent to Bluffs' Members by US Mail the revised "Community Design Guidelines". Per Mr. Loveder's cover letter: 'During the Association Meeting of December 4th, the Board of Directors approved the revised "Community Design Guidelines" as enclosed herein. The guidelines have been changed from the original version dated November 2006. The Board is requesting Members review the guidelines and provide any comments you may have concerning the changes to help make this a better document. To assist you in review, the modifications are printed in BOLD print.' Members are requested to send their comments to the Bluffs' office at 2414 Vista del Oro, Newport Beach, CA 92660.
Archived January 6, 2009
The Bluffers' Book Club will meet on January 20, 2009, to discuss The Gathering by Anne Enright. Join the Book Club in the Fiesta Room from 10:00AM-Noon. This novel traces the narrator's inner journey, setting out to derive meaning from past and present events, and takes place in Ireland and England. Its title refers to the funeral of Liam Hegarty, an alcoholic who committed suicide in the sea at Brighton. His mother and eight of the nine surviving Hegarty children gather in Dublin for his wake. The novel's narrator is 39-year-old Veronica, the sibling who was closest to Liam. She looks through her family's troubled history to try to make sense of his death. She thinks that the reason for his alcoholism lies in something that happened to him in his childhood when he stayed in his grandmother's house. She uncovers uncomfortable truths about her family. Archived December 29, 2008 Bluffs' President Offers Holiday Greetings Speaking on behalf of the Board of Directors, Don Passaglia, Bluffs' Board President, sent a holiday greeting in this month's issue of Bluffs News: "As we approach the end of another year and the beginning of our annual holiday season, we want to take this opportunity to thank you all for your support and encouragement throughout the year. ...Let us hope that we are all blessed with good fortune, health and happiness in the coming season and months ahead." We welcome you to read the entire newsletter here. Archived December 22, 2008 Vista Bonita's Annual Holiday Party On Saturday, December 13, 2008, Carol Tomlinson's home was the setting for the Vista Bonita Annual Holiday Block Party. Joining Carol in hosting this event were Carolyn and Joe Jerger and David and Millie Knowlton. The party was a big success and we invite you to view the party photo album here. We thank Carol Tomlinson for sharing her home and photos. The 2nd Annual Polar Express Party was held on December 14th and this year was even better than last. Both the young and the young at heart joined in the fun, children and some adults arriving in their pajama wear, some being assigned the roles of an elf and Santa, and all enjoying the reading of The Polar Express, the famous story written Chris Van Allsburg. Archived December 15, 2008 Plan to Board The Polar Express ~ Join this Annual Event December 14th The Bluffs is preparing for our annual Polar Express holiday event which will be held on Sunday, December 14th, at 6:30PM in the Fiesta Room. You and your children and/or grandchildren are invited to join Darlene Williams, our storyteller, for this evening of fun, including the traditional hot chocolate. As I prepared to write this invitational article, I thought back to the first time I heard of The Polar Express. Here is my cherished memory Don't Forget! The Bluffs Homeowners' Community Association Office will be collecting toys for Toys for Tots, sponsored by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve ~ November 6 through December 15, 2008. Please bring your new unwrapped toy to 2414 Vista del Oro, Newport Beach, CA (949) 759-1200. Please join in to make this holiday season a little brighter for the children. Vista Bonita and Vista Entrada Pools Open for the Winter Season Beginning November 1, 2008, Bluffs' residents will be able to enjoy both the Vista Bonita and Vista Entrada pools for the winter season. All other pools will be closed for the season. And don't forget: You can start your day each Monday through Friday with swimming aerobics at the Entrada Pool. You are welcome to arrive by 8:15AM. Archived December 8, 2008 Reminders and Requests from your Board of Directors Once again we remind you that raccoons are very cute, but they should not be approached or fed. One neighbor reported about a very aggressive raccoon that entered her home via a doggy door. After a quick tour of the house the raccoon could not find the exit, until the homeowner coaxed him back outdoors. Remember, raccoons can carry disease and be a threat to your pets. In the May 2008 Bluffs' News the Board announced the installation of doggie bag dispensers. The intent of the dispensers was to encourage residents to pick up after their pet(s). While the bags are being used, some residents are not taking the used bags home for disposal. The Board encourages everyone's cooperation to help keep our walkways and greenbelts beautiful. Also, a friendly reminder, the City of Newport Beach has a strict leash law. Some neighbors have reported loose dogs engaging in fights with leashed dogs. If you notice excessive air traffic noise, you are encouraged to call the Airport Noise Abatement phone number (949) 252-5185. It is important to make sure to mention the time of day and your location at the time of the call.This information is important to trace possible violators. This phone number is always located on our web site's home page, in the "Important Numbers" box. Archived November 19, 2008 Bluffers Book Club Announces November Selection The Bluffers Book Club will meet on November 18th in the Fiesta Room from 10:00AM - Noon. They will be discussing Randy Pausch's The Last Lecture.To learn more about this best seller visit the web site. Do You Know About The Newport Beach Fire Department's ~ Fire Medic Program? Attention All Bluffs Neighbors! If you needed help do you know how to get it? Recently one family in the Bluffs needed two visits in one week from the 911/Paramedics team. By acting immediately a husband saved his wife from severe disability due to a stroke. His quick action in calling 911 enabled her to receive the immediate help in the first hour following her first symptoms, and she is already home and doing wonderfully well. There is a program called FIRE MEDICS ACULERT. For a yearly fee of $48.00 which basically covers full paramedic and ambulance costs for the year, you can get the kind of help you need instead of paying the hundreds of dollars it would usually cost. This is for Newport Beach residents. If you have any questions call 949-644-3383. Youll want to renew it each year. Dont wait! Do it today! Stop by your local Fire Department Headquarters next door to the Police Department Headquarters on Santa Barbara near Jamboree Road. The Bluffs Office will have some information too. According to the City of Newport Beach web site: The Fire Medics is a voluntary program of the Newport Beach Fire Department. Its purpose is to protect you against the unexpected costs of paramedic services and emergency ambulance transportation. All residences and business located in the incorporated area of Newport Beach are eligible for membership. Whether you want to pay the $48 annual subscription fee in one lump sum or in several installments, theres an easy pay plan for you! The annual subscription is simply added to your City of Newport Beach Municipal Services Statement for your water and sewer services. If you are wondering why you should join, here are a few reasons: Youll save up to $650 per paramedic visit. For a fee of $48 a year, youll be covered for unlimited paramedic services and emergency ambulance transportation-with no out-of-pocket expenses. Membership covers anyone at the subscribing address, whether a residence or business-for example, family members, guests, customers, or employees. Non-members are billed for the full cost for paramedic assistance - up to $650 per visit. Theres no paperwork or bills, whether youre insured or not. The health plans of insured individuals are billed directly. In this case, Fire Medics membership covers everything related to paramedic and emergency ambulance services not covered by insurance. For more information or to sign-up, you can call (949) 644-3383. Also, you can visit the City of Newport Beachs website page Our thanks to Judy Tracy for submitting this story for our website. Archived November 6, 2008 Generations of Fun...Halloween Haunted House October 24th was a night filled with fun for afffll generations. Witches, Dorothys, Princesses, clowns, fairies, scarecrows, young children, teen-agers, parents, grandparents, Bluffs' Board members, and Bluffs' employees all joined together at the annual Halloween Haunted House. There was a cookie decorating contest and personalized Halloween goody bags. Musical chairs became a Halloween Run. Our thanks to Board Member, Tom Unvert (Community Events' Coordinator), General Manager, Ted Loveder, and his staff including Kristen Lopez. All worked with many volunteers to make this night a success. Enjoy our photo album here. Archived Octover 24, 2008 Eastbluff Village Center CVS/Pharmacy Offers Flu Clinic The CVS/Pharmacy located in Eastbluff Village Center will offer a Flu Clinic on October 24, 2008, from 3:00PM to 7:00PM. You must be 18 years of age to receive a flu shot at this clinic. Additionally, flu shots will be available at this store from October 25 through December 31, 2008. Call the Pharmacy at 949-717-6642 for dates and times. New Photo Album Features Ongoing Landscape Project
If you have been walking down the path behind the homes on Vista Bonita, you've seen lots of landscape activity. Members of the Orange County Conservation Corp have been working on the Big Canyon grant project to help rid the area of invasive plants and trees. Last Spring we also started the Vista Entrada/Vista Grande project. This project is scheduled to be restarted this month. For those of you who have not had a chance to walk through these areas, we have created a new photo album on our website. Click here to see photos. Volunteers Needed for Bluffs' Halloween Celebration ~ October 24th
Once again the Bluffs will offer a Halloween Celebration for kids of all ages. Volunteers are needed for haunted house decorating, games, safe house, judges for the costume and pumpkin carving contests, photography, greeters, and food servers. You won't want to miss this annual event, October 24, 5:30PM-8:30PM in the Fiesta Room. If you would like to get involved, please call Tom Unvert at 949-759-1200. Archived October 22, 2008 The Bluffers Book Club Announces Next Read: Three Cups of Tea  The Bluffers Book Club announced that the next book they will be reading and discussing is Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson. The club will meet again on Tuesday, October 21st in the Fiesta Room from 10:00AM- Noon. Tom Brokaw said of Mortenson's non-fiction: "Three Cups of Tea is one of the most remarkable adventure stories of our time."The Bluffers Book Club is open to any one and there are not elected officers, just the love of a good story. Marv Sando reports: "We have eight members so far. We invite you to bring a name of a book you would like to read and see it discussed. Amazing, the different views that are expressed, makes you want to read it over again." The group voted to take November and December off, due to holiday plans, but will start up in January, following the October 21st meeting. Dr. Sando would like to personally thank the HOA staff for being so helpful in finding room for the group in the Bluffs' busy schedule.Archived October 18, 2008  Remembering Diane SimmonsSadly we have learned that Diane Simmons, our long time neighbor and friend passed away on September 19, 2008. Diane moved to Newport Beach in 1960 and founded Saddleback Escrow. The Bluffs' Board of Directors offers their condolences to Diane's family and friends. As one Bluffs' resident said: "We will miss her kindness and encouragement." Donations to the Cancer Centers of St. Joseph Hospital (Orange, CA) and Hoag Hospital (Newport Beach) in Diane's memory are suggested. Archived October 6, 2008 Back by Popular Demand ~ Bluffs' Semi-Annual Garage Sale The Bluffs' will have the semi-annual neighborhood Garage Sale on October 4th & 5th from 8:00AM to 4:00PM. This event will be unsponsored so residents will provide their own signs and limit sales to their property. Click here for the list of participating neighbors and additional information. Archived September 28,2008 Bluffs' Residents Meet with Jack Keating to Learn About Back Bay Restoration
 Fifty Bluffs' residents were in attendance, Saturday, September 20, 2008, to hear Jack Keating discuss the Back Bay history, the relationship between the Bluffs and the Newport Bay Naturalists and Friends, the status of the Back Bay Restoration Project, and finally what Bluffs' residents can do to help. Read more on our News Spotlight page and to view contrasting photos. The above photo was taken in 1988 of the Duck Pond Area of the Back Bay.Vista Bonita Neighbors Enjoyed a Block Party
 On August 30th, Vista Bonita neighbors gathered at the home of Millie de la Cruz and David Knowlton and their daughter, Spencer, to celebrate the end of summer. While this may not be current news, today we are pleased to bring you the photo gallery of this block party. Helping with the party planning and hosting were Carol Tomlinson and Carolyn and Joe Jerger. Additionally, Carol served as the photographer and made sure the photos became part of our web site. It is events such as these that makes living in the Bluffs so enjoyable. Archived September 21, 2008
What is the Bluffs Message Board? The Bluffs Message Board is a new feature of our community website. The first request for this feature dates back to September 2007, when one homeowner wrote to say: I'd love to see a Yahoo message board-type area for babysitters, rentals, moms groups postings, etc. Then a few days ago we received the following question from another homeowner: Is there any way to communicate amongst the homeowners with young children? The HOA has a fairly large population of seniors and retirees and those of us who are younger and have young children would like to get to know each other. There seemed to be quite a few at the concert this evening and we would like some means of getting in contact in order to get to know these other families. In an effort to meet the communication needs of our community we have created our Message Board. Some may wonder what a Message Board is. · A Message Board allows residents to share thoughts and post questions for other residents to respond to. · The Message Board has restricted access, reserved for website registered users only. The user must be logged in to access the Message Board. · Categories are created to keep things organized. Posts are searchable. · Residents can create topics. · Each post to the Message Board shows the person's name that authored the post along with the date. · When a new post is added to the message board it is instantly viewable on the website. New posts are not approved prior to being added to the website. · Additionally, the website administrator is immediately notified via e-mail of new posts so that the administrator can monitor and edit/delete inappropriate posts. Visit our Message Board. You will see the following basic rules:
Archived September 20, 2008
Jack Keating Will Meet With Bluffs' Residents on Sept 20
Working together with the Newport Bay Naturalists & Friends, a grant of $22,246 has been awarded to re-landscape areas adjacent to the Big Canyon area next to our Vista Bonita
 Area. In an effort to provide more information to Bluffs' residents regarding this project, Jack Keating will meet with residents on Saturday, September 20, in the Fiesta Room at 9:30AM. Jack Keating, a past president of Newport Bay Naturalists & Friends, worked closely with Mac MacAdam and Marianne Kreter to secure this grant. A copy of the Bluffs' Landscape Committee's invitation to this presentation is available here.Archived September 3, 2008 First Message Posted to Bluffs' Message Board
Our Bluffs' Message Board went live on August 6, 2008. The first discussion topic was opened by a Bluffs' homeowner on August 14, 2008. The topic is "Living and Retirement." If you want to participate in this Message Board discussion or start another topic, then you must be a registered user and you must be logged in to access the secure section of our site. To learn more about this new feature please see our News Spotlight page.
Archived August 22, 2008 REMINDER: Bluffs' Travel Club Will Hold First Meeting August 20, 2008 All are welcome...Solo travelers, couples, any age, any gender...To share great experiences and future destination wishes. Bring your best trip photos, or just bring your positive attitude! Let's plan a fabulous trip! First and third Wednesdays, 7:00PM-8:30PM, Fiesta Room. For further information contact Sandi 949-718-0088. Archived August 17, 2008 If you enjoyed the Bluffs' Concert on the Green, then you may be interested to know that the City of Newport Beach's Arts and Cultural Services Division supports the City's Art Commission by presenting Summer Concerts in the Parks. On August 17th, you are invited to a free concert in Eastbluff Park. Enjoy the sounds of the Joel Penner Sextet from 6:00PM-7:30PM. For more information, call the Cultural Arts FAQ Hotline 949-644-3211 ext 2156. Archived August 15, 2008 Bluffs' Concert on the Green enjoyed by many.. Our annual event was a success. With perfect weather in the mid 70's and a cool ocean breeze, many families joined in the festivities. Our new photo album is ready to view. Click here to go to the photo gallery page. Many thanks to Board member Tom Unvert for chairing this event. What's new on our site...August 6, 2008
We have added a new "Pets and Plants" page. Often the Bluffs' Office will receive notices with valuable information regarding our pets, flora and fauna. In order to help keep you up to date, this new page was created. We will also use this page to post "lost and found pet notices".
Additionally, we now have a Bluffs' Message Board. A number of Bluffs' residents wanted a way to communicate with their neighbors regarding a variety of topics. To learn more about this new feature please see our News Spotlight page. Archived August 6, 2008 New Bluffs' Book Club, The Bluffers, Looking for Members
Archived August 4, 2008 Bluffs' Concert on the Green, August 3rd... Archived July 24, 2008 Remembering Tom Raffetto... PLEASE NOTE: Bluffs' Landscape Committee Changes Meeting Time Archived July 21, 2008 Are you in the mood to travel or to share your travel experiences with other Bluffs' residents? We have a new Travel Club starting. According to Sandi Villelli, the first meeting will be held August 20, 2008, in the Fiesta Room 7:00PM-8:30PM. All are welcome. The club will meet the first and third Wednesdays. For more details, including how to contact Sandi, view our Event Calendar. The Bluff's' Book Club is off to a good start. The name of the club is the Bluffers. The first selection is The Monster of Florence by Douglas Preston and Mario Spezi. The next meeting will be held September 16, 2008, in the Fiesta Room from 10:00AM-Noon. Looking for a new way to enjoy reading? For more information, please contact Dr. Sando at 720-1167. ATTENTION: IF YOU LOST A TURTLE...PLEASE CALL THE BLUFFS' OFFICE AT 949-759-1200. HE/SHE HAS BEEN FOUND BY AN ALERT NEIGHBOR!
Hello Airport Working Group Members! ~ Important Notice July 15, 2008
There is an important vote in the CA Legislature in the next 24-48 hours and we need your support by writing an email to your elect-eds TODAY! AB-3034 is the High Speed Passenger Train Bond Act for the 21st Century has been introduced by Senators Galgiani and Ma and will provide initial funding for rail projects in OC. Rail is the key because it will take pressure off of an ever expanding JWA. Step 1 You can use the format below or write your own: Dear Senators, We feel the transportation needs of Orange County and greater parts of SoCal can not be met by increasing passenger capacity at JWA and therefore are pressing upon you the fact that other alternatives must be developed. Such alternatives exist in AB 3034 and we strongly encourage you to support its passage. Thank you for your attention to this critical transportation measure affecting the 3.5 million residents of Orange County and those in surrounding counties. Sincerely yours, Name and City Step 2 Cut and paste the Senators emails from the paragraph below and paste into your email TO: field and Send. Don't forget to include your name and city or your message may not be counted. senator.torlakson@sen.ca.gov; senator.corbett@senate.ca.gov; senator.florez@sen.ca.gov; senator.kuehl@sen.ca.gov; senator.oropeza@sen.ca.gov; senator.ridley-thomas@sen.ca.gov; senator.simitian@sen.ca.gov; Senator.Yee@sen.ca.gov; senator.cox@sen.ca.gov; senator.ashburn@sen.ca.gov; senator.dutton@sen.ca.gov; senator.runner@sen.ca.gov; senator.wyland@sen.ca.gov; senator.perata@sen.ca.gov; senator.steinberg@senate.ca.gov; Senator.Yee@sen.ca.gov; senator.cogdill@senate.ca.gov; senator.cox@sen.ca.gov; senator.denham@sen.ca.gov; senator.maldonado@sen.ca.gov; senator.margett@sen.ca.gov Step 3 Pass this on to others who can also write to support AB 3034. Thank you for your support of AB 3034. If you would like to see the actual Assembly Bill 3034, you can see it by clicking the link below: http://info.sen.ca.gov/pub/07-08/bill/asm/ab_3001-3050/ab_3034_bill_20080222_introduced.pdf Ayres Boyd Have you seen this Bug? The California Department of Food and Agriculture is asking for your assistance. The Diaprepes Root Weevil pictured above is once again posing a significant threat to both urban and agricultural trees and plants. If you have seen this weevil or have collected one in a jar or plastic bag, please call 1-800-491-1899. For additional information, we are providing two PDF documents for your use. Vehicles & Parking ~ A "Crash" Course for Bluffs' Residents Consider the following scenarios:
What do you do? You know there are parking rules, but you cannot remember the rules and you cant find your copy of the Rules and Regulations. Weve all had days like this and so we thought we would give you a few helpful hints on what to do. 1. Remember as a Bluffs' property owner or tenant you have agreed to follow the Community Rules and Regulations. 2. Dont panic, use common sense and remember assistance is available. 3. If it is Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:30AM and 5:00PM call the Bluffs' office at 949-759-1200. The office staff will help you through the process of Safelisting your vehicle(s). 4. If it is outside of normal office hours, then call Patrol One at 714-541-0999 or 949-367-8055, they will assist you in Safelisting your vehicle(s). 5. If you have access to a computer then go to Patrol Ones website and follow the easy instructions to Safelist your vehicle(s). 6. If you are without a copy of the Rules and Regulations, your phone is not working and you dont have an internet connection, then you might try asking a neighbor for information. Remember our neighbors are happy to share helpful hints. 7. Dont take chances, dont ignore warning citations. Remember, according to the Rules and Regulations, vehicles can and will be towed. For more information regarding the Parking Permit Application Process and the Safelisting Process, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Page. Here is another bit of news from the City of Newport Beach Have you heard or read about CAMPNEWPORT? The City of Newport Beach now has a new dedicated website to your one-stop shop for summer programming. As the City of Newport Beach says: With over 30 camps to choose from throughout the ten weeks of summer, we guarantee at least one will be the perfect choice to make your childs dreams come true. So if you are looking something unique for your child or children to do this summer, visit CAMP NEWPORT or call 949-644-3151 Archived June 27, 2008 Your new Bluffs Board of Directors and your Website Committee are pleased to bring you our updated authorized website. We invite you to take time to review the entire site, as we have made a few changes and hope you will find the site user friendly and informative. To assist you in discovering the new or upgraded features here is a highlighted list:
As always, we thank you for allowing us to be of service to you. Archived June 22, 2008 Welcome home... We welcome your input, suggestions, and questions. Simply click on "contact us" and send us your thoughts. We promise to get back in touch with you, as soon as possible. Please visit our new "Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)" page, if you have questions about how to register, how to use your old username and password, get a new password, request your old password or update your profile. Additionally, the FAQs will answer many questions you may have on how the site works. Archived June 20, 2008 Rules and Regulations Homeowners' Open Forum To Be Held June 19, 2008 Archived June 16, 2008 Archived December 14, 2007 Don't Forget: Toys for Tots Archived November 23, 2007 A city building, you experience when you walk; a suburban building, you experience when you drive. Helmut Jahn (b. January 4, 1940) a German-American architect, is the designer of dozens of major buildings throughout the world. Perhaps as a Bluffs resident, you have wondered why, in the last month, this buildings roof has been replaced from flat roof tiles to barrel roof tiles and artificial rafter tails have been added to all elevations of the building. The short answer is that The Irvine Company determined after the installation of the flat roof tiles that it would be best to match the appearance of the roofs of the other buildings in the center. However, you might be interested to know that some of our neighbors felt so strongly about the original appearance of the new building that they decided to contact The Irvine Company about their concerns. Most particularly, one Bluffs resident, John Burrows, took the time to write Keith C. Eyrich, President of The Irvine Company ~ Retail Properties. As Mr. Burrows said in his November 1, 2007, letter to The Irvine Company, The change of roof tile and the added faux rafters goes a long way to marrying the new building to the rest of Eastbluff Village Center. Thank you very much. I have heard many positive comments from others in the neighborhood. Stay tuned. Archived November 20, 2007 Neighbors Helping Neighbors ~ Please Take Precautions! _____________________________________________________________________________________ Archived November 12, 2007 A Salute to Our Veterans...Lest we forget: In November 1919, President Wilson proclaimed November 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day with the following words: "To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the countrys service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations" Your Bluffs' Website Committee extends our gratitude to our neighbors who have served our country and we remember those who have gone before in service ~~ our grandfathers, grandmothers, fathers, mothers, aunts, uncles, brothers, sisters, cousins, husbands, wives, sons, daughters and friends. Fiscal 2008 Assessment Notice Archived November 6, 2007 Archived October 26, 2007 Board Reassignments Announced Archived October 16, 2007
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The Bluff's' Book Club is off to a good start. The name of the club is the Bluffers. The first selection is The Monster of Florence by Douglas Preston and Mario Spezi. The next meeting will be held September 16, 2008, in the Fiesta Room from 10:00AM-Noon. Looking for a new way to enjoy reading? For more information, please contact Dr. Sando at 720-1167. This website is authorized by the Bluffs Homeowners Community Association.
