Tuesday, September 9, 2014


Foothills Sentry


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Neighborhoods unite to keep Orange “sweet”


By Tanner Woodward


Members of the Flaming Arrow Webelos Patrol in Orange Cub Scout Pack 543 took a field trip to KTLA News studios in Hollywood for a behind-the-scenes tour on how a TV news station works. The tour counted as part of the boys’ communicator badge. Front row, from left: Parker Hayden, David Graham, Josh Nguyen, Preston Hayden, Shawn Ricker and Ryan Wooldridge. Back row, from left: Leader Steve Ricker and KTLA host Tony Weitzel, manager, broadcasting operations.


FCA picnic fetes 50 years Fall is the traditional time for


the Foothill Communities Asso- ciation to hold its good fun/great grub barbeque, and this year the association will also celebrate its 50th anniversary of service to North Tustin and the surrounding communities. Mark your calendar for Sun-


day, Sept. 21 and come to Irvine Regional Park, Section #2, for fun and games from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.


Admission is free for current


FCA members, otherwise $5 per adult and $1 per child under 12. Entertainment will be provided by a live band, and activities for children include discounted rides on the park’s railroad and ponies. Tustin Brewing Company, The Lost Bean and Nieuport 17 will provide the food, so visitors are assured of first-class tummy- stuffers. Space is limited; please call


(714) 712-3404 or visit FCA- home.org to secure your spot.


The preservation of open space and compliance with current zon- ing laws is a constantly debated topic in the City of Orange. From debates over Ridgeline, Sully- Miller and countless other land usage disputes, it is a topic that is hotly discussed between the city council and developers looking to change zoning in order to turn a profit. Historically, residents in Orange rise up to press the city council when they believe their neighborhood will be signifi- cantly altered by reckless devel- opment. Because more and more neigh- borhoods are being affected, an umbrella group has been formed by individuals from experi- enced community organizations throughout the city (Save Peralta, Orange Needs Parks, Orange Park Association, Washington Street). The United Neighborhoods of Orange, UNO for short, brings neighborhoods together to protect property rights, preserve open space and support community- minded leaders. UNO can act as a bridge to connect individuals from diverse neighborhoods to city decision makers to keep them accountable for established zon- ing laws. One of those community members is Stephanie Lesinski, a Mabury Ranch resident and a founding member of UNO, who makes note of the changes that are occurring in communities across Orange: “For years, developers had the upper hand in Orange. That’s changing. Recent opposi- tion has paid off in land battles over the Sully-Miller site and in the Peralta and Washington Street communities.” UNO offers experience and re- sources that can be helpful when


individuals are faced with de- velopments that adversely affect their neighborhoods. Understand- ing land use and zoning laws is critical. By banding together, communities will have a more expansive knowledge of what the city can and cannot do regarding development. Sue Philipp of Orange Park


Acres believes UNO will make a significant impact on the way the city handles zoning disputes. “We’re citizens working for the city. Everyone else is funded by developers, we’re funded by neighborhoods.” UNO wishes to work with the


city council and other public of- ficials to preserve parks and the open land that remains available. The group backs the state Quim- by Act that recommends cities provide three acres of open park space for every one thousand residents. Orange is currently not hitting


those guidelines. With a popu- lation of about 140,000, Orange should have 429 acres of park space. It’s 168 acres shy of that standard. UNO reminds communities


that development discussions do not have to be one- sided. Neigh- borhoods can have a say. UNO wants the City of Orange to honor its General Plan and zoning laws, and respect areas that have been designated open space. “Each neighborhood of Orange is a unique slice of the city,” says Ja- son Shuppert of Peralta. “Each needs to be preserved to keep Or- ange "'sweet.'" So far, 18 neigh- borhoods, including Santiago Hills, Fairhaven, Hunter/Diane, West Orange, Jamestown, Old Towne, Chapman/Rancho, San- tiago/Walnut and the dog park advocates, agree. For more information, or to


contact United Neighborhoods of Orange, view its Facebook page.


HawaiianWeekend


Rides, Food, Games, Live Entertainment and lots of fun!


Friday, September 26, 2014 5pm-11pm


Saturday, September 27, 2014 1pm-11pm Sunday, September 28, 2014 12pm-9pm


The Fenians are playing Saturday at 6:30


Grand prize opportunity tickets on sale for $50 available at the Rectory now and during the Fiesta.


Only 1000 tickets are sold. “Winner does not need to be present.”


Discounted Presale ride tickets and wristbands available at the Rectory


566 S. Glassell St., Orange 92866 714-639-2900 2014 Chevy Cruze Grand Prize:


Photo by Tony Richards


Sue Philipp of OPA and Darren Scott of Peralta staff the UNO booth at the Orange International Street Fair. The “unified front” concept proved so popular that several neighborhoods signed up on the spot.


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