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Community December 16, 2004  RSS feed
By Sophia Fischer sfischer@theacorn.com
     Agoura may have been a small community 30 years ago, but there was no shortage of happenings here in 1974. Political, business and traffic concerns made the news, according to articles in the paper back then.
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For the record
     We had our Westlake Elementary School third- and fifth-grade classes mixed up in a combination photo package last week.
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Seven to run for city council in Calabasas
     Seven people will run for three open seats on the Calabasas City Council. The filing period for the Tues., March 8 election ended last Friday. Mayor Michael Harrison, City Councilmember Lesley Devine and City Councilmember James Bozajian have all filed papers to seek reelection.
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City of Westlake Village approves joint-use agreement with Triunfo YMCA
     Westlake Village city council members approved last week a memorandum of understanding (MOU) regarding a joint park project between the city and Triunfo YMCA.
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New signs to greet motorists in Westlake Village
     Westlake Village city council members decided to sail into the future, approving at last week
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Kuperberg honored for service as mayor
     As part of the "changing of the guard" ceremony during the Agoura Hills reorganization meeting, outgoing Mayor Dan Kuperberg was honored for his year of service. Kuperberg had completed his second term as mayor of Agoura Hills.
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LVMWD, TSD get national award
     While the Regional Water Quality Board is making plans to further reduce nutrient levels in the Malibu Creek Watershed, the efforts by the Las Virgenes Municipal Water District (LVMWD) and the Triunfo Sanitation District (TSD) to keep the watershed as clean as possible haven
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Rutherford new mayor of Westlake Village
     Westlake Village city council members appointed Mark Rutherford as the city
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Restroom to be remodeled in Berniece Bennett Park
     Safety, sanitation and aesthetic issues influenced a decision by Westlake Village city council members to pursue renovations of a 35-year-old dilapidated restroom at Berniece Bennett Park in First Neighborhood. The action occurred last week.
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Planning Commissioners Association honors Calabasas resident for open-space advocacy
     Los Angeles County Regional Planning Commissioner (RPC) Hal Helsley, longtime Calabasas resident and open-space advocate, was recently honored by a statewide organization of planning commissioners for his work in helping to preserve the Santa Monica Mountains.
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Childhelp USA ‘Festival of Trees’ helps abused kids
     Despite inclement weather, the 20th annual Festival of Trees holiday gala to benefit the Buena Ventura chapter of Childhelp USA brought out throngs of supporters who hoped to add a little sunshine to the lives of children who
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Holidays a great time to help others
     For an increasing number of people, the true holiday spirit is in giving
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Christmas classic: The poinsettia
     In addition to their role as traditional Christmas decorations, poinsettias can serve as tokens of goodwill, friendship and joy during the holiday season and beyond. More than 50 million Americans will purchase a poinsettia plant this holiday season.
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Los Robles Rehab has reunion
     GOOD TIMES-At left, Ed Nenne as Santa Claus greets former and current patients as they arrive at the Los Robles East Campus Rehab patient reunion party in Westlake Village last Thursday.
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Stockings going to Iraq
     JANN HENDRY/Acorn Newspapers ASSEMBLY LINE-Coldwell Banker staffers Pam Vine and Brian Kolb are busy preparing holiday stockings in their Promenade office for a program that sends stuffed stockings to the men and women in Iraq.
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Karma sells home accessories
     Karma Home Accents, located in Westlake Village, saves area residents a long busy drive to the city by offering "incredible" home accessories.
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Paint Horse Club celebrates 20 years in Ventura County
     The Greater Los Angeles Paint Horse Club (GLAPHC) is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. Owners of one of the fastest-growing horse breeds in the world, several local members will be receiving awards in January.
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Eight steps you can take to create an accountable corporate culture
     Accountability is in and not a moment too soon. Certain sectors of the business world had gotten so unaccountable that the government stepped in to force the issue with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
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International Disabilities Center coming to Agoura Hills soon
First of two parts
     An International Disabilities Center (IDC) will be built at the top of Ladyface Circle next to the Renaissance Hotel in Agoura Hills. The groundbreaking ceremony was conducted earlier this month at the site, followed by a luncheon at the hotel.
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Local artist to be showcased on HGTV
     The work of pop artist Nelson De La Nuez, who has a studio in Simi Valley, will be showcased at 9:30 p.m. Sat., Dec. 18 on HGTV
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Emergency nurses offer holiday safety tips
     The holiday season can be filled with many pleasurable activities, although the hectic pace can sometimes be stressful. Holiday stress can result in people drinking too much, overeating, not getting enough sleep and generally failing to take care of their health.
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West Hills laser clinic opens new office near hospital
     Advanced Laser Clinics™, the industry innovator and national leader of aesthetic services, has opened a clinic in West Hills. It
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Little voices sound large
     JANN HENDRY/Acorn Newspapers YOUNGSTERS SING THEIR HEARTS OUT-The Agoura Hills Harmony Children's Chorus might be small in stature but they sure delighted the crowd at a recent holiday concert.
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Homes sought for next year’s holiday tour
     Community members who enjoy decorating for the holidays can apply to showcase their efforts in The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
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RSVP offers volunteer opportunities for seniors
     Conejo Valley Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is recruiting men and women, ages 55 and over, to volunteer at a wide variety of nonprofit agencies. Among the volunteer opportunities are the following:
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Junior equestrians take prizes
     Five local riders took top awards over Thanksgiving weekend at the Easy Come, Easy Go Turkey Trot in San Diego, an equestrian course that requires endurance and skill of both riders and horses to sustain 25 miles of rigorous trails.
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Celebrating a victory
     JANN HENDRY/Acorn Newspapers PROUD OF HER SON-Oaks Christian football player Aaron Ware is congratulated by his mom, Julie, after the Lions won the California Interscholastic Federation Div.
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Sobriety checkpoint set for tonight
     Lost Hills Sheriff
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Having fun with music
     JANN HENDRY/Acorn Newspapers 'THIS CHICK CAN'T SING'-Agoura Hills Harmony Chorus member Phyllis Pleet, a Bell Canyon resident, dangles a prop rubber chicken during the Holiday Gift of Music performance at Ascension Lutheran Church in Thousand Oaks on Sunday.
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Bethlehem Experience presented at church
     ADAM DAVIS/Acorn Newspapers NEW TESTAMENT REENACTMENT-Karen Hooper, Michael Cummings and Janet Lee perform as innkeepers during the ninth annual Bethlehem Experience at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Westlake Village last Saturday.
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Troops get more support
     The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors-San Fernando Valley Chapter (NAIFA-SFV) will present a donation of collected items and finances to Operation Gratitude, an Encino-based charity that sends care packages of food, toiletries, necessities and entertainment, "wrapped with good wishes of love and support" to American troops deployed overseas.
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Time to purchase holiday trees
     TAKING A TREE HOME--Agoura Hills resident Frank Viviano departs the Triunfo YMCA tree lot a happy man after purchasing an evergreen with the help of lot attendant Luke Monroe.
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Local actress to headline free health fair in T.O.
     Local movie and television actress Amanda Bynes, star of the WB
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LVUSD solicits concerns from parents at upcoming forums
     As part of its outreach to the community, Las Virgenes Unified School District is hosting monthly superintendent forums. Members of the community are encouraged to attend the unstructured meetings.
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Senior citizens to go gambling
     The city of Calabasas Department of Community Services is offering a senior excursion to Laughlin, Nev.
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School children encouraged to help support diabetes research
     School children all across the nation are being encouraged to rise from the couch and "rise to the challenge!" School Walk for Diabetes, the American Diabetes Association
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Keep children safe during travel
     Just as you take certain steps to make your home safer for kids, you also play a role in making vehicles safer for children, whether you
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Ability Awareness Fair coming to Medea Creek needs volunteers
     Medea Creek Middle School will host an Ability Awareness Fair on Mon. and Tues., Jan. 10 and 11 at the school, 1002 Doubletree Road, Oak Park. The hands-on event will provide students with an opportunity to experience the challenges that children with special needs meet every day.
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Watershed Task Force examines bacteria levels in runoff
     Local agencies are working to ensure compliance with clean water laws. The North Santa Monica Bay Watersheds Task Force met recently to discuss progress on the Regional Watersheds Implementation Plan.
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Telemarketer convicted of fraud
     Ventura County District Attorney Gregory Totten announced recently that the District Attorney
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