Oak Park water tank report released
By Sophia Fischer sfischer@yahoo.com
      The Conifer water tank replacement project in Oak Park is finally moving forward with the release this week of an environmental impact report. The study analyzes the sites under consideration, the pros and cons of placing the tank under or above ground, and related costs.
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FOR THE RECORD
      •Last week's article, "Calabasas condo complex okay," concluded with the statement, "The project passed 32 with no conditions or amendments," but the final project approved by the City Council had 73 conditions and 26 mitigation measures for approval including five major concessions by the developer.
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Calabasas Civic Center reaches new heights
Construction on $40-million project at The Commons moves ahead- Officials celebrate as building's crown is moved into place
     HIGH POINT- Left, workers prepare top beams for hoisting onto the Calabasas Civic Center. Below, Calabasas City Councilmember Barry Groveman speaks to a gathering of elected officials and construction workers at the recent "topping out" ceremony at the construction site. "Topping out" refers to the final piece of steel being lifted into place, indicating the structure has reached its maximum height. The complex will have a city hall, library and amphitheater.
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Reyes Adobe bridge studied
      Now that the Kanan Road freeway interchange has been improved, Agoura Hills officials are turning their attention to the welltraveled and often crowded Reyes Adobe interchange. The city announced that Parsons Transportation Group Inc.
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Election 2007
Agoura Hills council race finds competition
By Stephanie Bertholdo bertholdo@theacorn.com
      Two challengers have filed papers to compete in the November Agoura Hills City Council election. George Christopher Thomas, 30, and Michael Forney, 45, will run against two incumbents who are up for reelection, Dan Kuperberg and John Edelston.
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Candidates file for Westlake
      Westlake Village voters will have their choice of at least four candidates for two open City Council seats in the Nov. 6 election. The candidate filing period closed at 5 p.m. on Wed., Aug. 15.
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Office manager eyes seat on school board
By Stephanie Bertholdo bertholdo@theacorn.com
      Dana Greenspan, the office manager at White Oak Elementary School in Westlake Village, will vie for one of two seats on the Las Virgenes Unified School District Board of Education in November. Greenspan faces stiff competition.
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Designer clothes controversy wearing thin
By Stephanie Bertholdo bertholdo@theacorn.com
      Mary Altmann, a Malibou Lakeside resident, was back in court with Agoura Hills city officials last Thursday to determine whether she'd be allowed to recoup $81,000 for the time and money she spent fighting city hall.
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New rule for parcel mail in effect
      The United States Postal Service has established a new rule for packages and envelopes that weigh more than 13 ounces if they're being mailed with only stamps as postage and at a location other than a post office or contract postal unit.
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General Plan workshops continue
      The city of Calabasas will host the third public workshop on the city's General Plan update at 6 p.m. today, Thurs., Aug. 16, at the Agoura/Calabasas Community Center, 27040 Malibu Hills Road, Calabasas. Refreshments will be provided.
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Herding dogs keep livestock in line
By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com
      Training that relies on herding dogs' instincts for rounding up stray livestock out on the range is now used to keep pet dogs welladjusted. "Herding is one of the best things people can do together with their dog," said Janna Duncan, a dog trainer who offers weekly classes in Moorpark and Malibu.
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Learn about the art and business of writing
      California Lawyers for the Arts will present a free workshop on the art and business of writing novels and comics from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thurs., Sept. 6 at Border's Books, 1360 Westwood Blvd., Los Angeles. Checkin begins at 5:45 p.m.
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Sponsorships open for poker tourney
      A limited number of sponsorships are available for the inaugural Texas Hold 'Em Poker Tournament, a fundraiser for the Kiwanis of Thousand Oaks Foundation. The event will be Sun., Nov. 11 at Borderline Bar & Grill, 99 Rolling Oaks Drive in Thousand Oaks.
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The Movie Nut
      "Stardust" Directed by: Matthew Vaughn Starring: Claire Danes, Charlie Cox, Michelle Pfeiffer, Robert De Niro, Peter O'Toole Rated: PG13 (for brief, im plied violence and mayhem,
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Portrait of a winner
      BEST IN SHOW- Maria McGinley, a senior at Oak Park High School, brings home "Best in Show" and "Best in Class-People" awards for her photographs in the Kids, Camera and Crops photography contest at the Ventura County Fair. The competition was sponsored by the 4-H Club of Ventura County and all entries had an agriculture theme.
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Ribbon cutting opens Los Robles doors
      SPREADING THEIR WING- A ribbon-cutting ceremony officially opens the new wing of the Los Robles Hospital and Medical Center.
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Agoura Hills teen directs musical to help kids with heart disease
By Sophia Fischer sfischer@theacorn.com
      Shayna Turk of Agoura Hills used her hobby to raise more than $1,700 for children with congenital heart disease. The 15-year-old, who enjoys acting and directing, led 24 local kids ages 5 to 11 in a theater production of Disney's hit film "High School Musical.
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Two wheels, a helmet and lots of fun
      FOLLOW THE LEADER- Jacob Samuels, 7, of Agoura Hills and his grandfather Sherwin Samuels of Oak Park follow their shadows as they enjoy a bike ride on Cheseboro Canyon Trail near Old Agoura last Sunday. Off-road riding can be fun, but follow the rules of safety.
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Genealogical Society to host annual ice cream social
      The Conejo Valley Genealogical Society Inc. will hold its annual ice cream social and round table sharing from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. Tues., Aug. 21 at the Grant Brimhall/Thousand Oaks Library, 1401 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks.
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Summer fun at the Adobe
      MAKING MUSIC- Tiny tots join in at Leonis Adobe Museum's Summer Fun Round Up. The children learn to make music, bake tortillas and learn authentic,Western-style roping on Tuesday mornings throughout the month of August at the 200-year-old adobe. Leonis Adobe Museum is located at 23537 Calabasas Road in Old Town Calabasas.
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Westlake Inn introduces Ronald Reagan Suite
      The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation designated one of the Westlake Village Inn's master suites as the official Ronald Reagan Suite.
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Car Nite rolls into Oak Park
      The inaugural Oak Park Car Nite will take place beginning at 5 p.m. Wed., Aug. 22 at Oak Park Shopping Center at Kanan and Lindero Canyon roads. Tri-five Chevys, 440 Mopar and Mustangs will be featured. Guests should park near the former Ralphs market, away from businesses.
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DAR to host afteroon tea
Prospective members can learn about organization
      The Conejo Valley Chapter of the National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution will have a prospective member tea from 1 to 4 p.m. Sat., Sept. 8 in the Marvin E. Smith community room of the Grant Brimhall/Thousand Oaks Library, 1401 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks.
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Stylish coifs to raise money for diabetes
      John of Italy Salon and Spa will host "Cuts for the Cure" from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sun., Aug. 26 at 2772 Townsgate Road, Westlake Village. Funds raised will benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Haircuts will be on a first come, first served basis. Donation is $25.
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Surfers to compete at Malibu Classic
      The Malibu Classic, an invitational pro/am shortboard surfing competition, will be held from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fri. Aug. 17 and Sat. Aug. 18 at First Point, Surfrider Beach, in Malibu. The surf competition is by invitation only and the event is open to the public for viewing from the beach.
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Sushi for the HEART
      HEALTHY TREATS- Four Seasons Hotel Onyx Restaurant chef Masa Shimakawa prepares a special sushi creation called Hawaiian poke, a combination of tuna, avocado and micro greens, for the Cardiac Kids Have HEART Foundation fundraiser at the Gardens of the World in Thousand Oaks on Saturday.
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Auditions set for CSUCI choir
      The Cal State Channel Islands Choir will hold auditions for its 2007-08 season on Mon., Aug. 27 from 7 to 9 p.m. atTrinity Presbyterian Church, 2304 Antonio Ave., Camarillo. This is a class that is open to students, university staff and the community. A concert is given at the end of each semester.
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