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Kings Mountain ECHO Vol. 7, Issue 46
March 2012
Community Calendar
March 2012
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
4 8a Ashtanga Yoga Class 10:30a Gentle Hatha Yo a g6p Practice Dance C lass (6-7 PM)
5 6p Wine Event Child C are 6-9 PM
6 6p Pilates (6:00-7:15 P M)
7 8 6p Mountain Pilates C lass (6:00-7:15 PM)
9 7p Social Dance C lass (7-8 PM)
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11 8a Ashtanga Yoga Class 10:30a Gentle Hatha Yo a g6p Practice Dance C lass (6-7 PM)
12 11a Cleaning 7p Kings Grove B OD
13 6p Pilates (6:00-7:15 PM) 7 :30p KMVFB BOD
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15 6p Mountain Pilates Class (6:00-7:15 PM)7p KMA Board M eeting
16 7p Social Dance C lass (7-8 PM)
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18 8a Ashtanga Yoga Class 10:30a Gentle Hatha Yo a g6p Practice Dance C lass (6-7 PM)
19 6 :30p ZUMBA class
20 11a Event parking (11-1 PM) 6p Pilates (6:00-7:15 PM) 7:30p KM Park W ater Co.
21 11a Event parking (1 -1 PM) 17 p K.M.B.I.G.
22 11a Event parking (11-1 PM) 6p Mountain Pilates C lass (6:00-7:15 PM)
23 6p PRIVATE E VENT
24 2p McEwen M emorial Service
25 8a Ashtanga Yoga Class 10:30a Gentle Hatha Yoga 6p Practice Dance C lass (6-7 PM)
26 ECHO Deadline 12p C eaning l6 :30p ZUMBA class
27 6p Pilates (6:00-7:15 P M)
28 7p Fire Dept. t raining
29 6p Mountain Pilates C lass (6:00-7:15 PM)
30 7p Social Dance C lass (7-8 PM)
31 KMA BRUNCH P REP
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For an updated version of this calendar, visit www.kingsmountainonline.com/ and click on the “Calendar” tab.
The Kings Mountain Echo is published monthly by the Kings Mountain Volunteer Fire Brigade. The Echo address is 13887 Skyline Blvd., Woodside, CA. Co- editors: Jack Rix and Anton Martinich. All opinions are those of the commentator/writer and not those of the publisher. Echo submissions can be e mailed to [email protected] or dropped off in the Echo mailbox at 13887 Skyline Blvd., across from the firehouse. (E mailed submissions are preferable, please reference “the Echo” in the subject line.) Copy should be in print-ready format. The Echo deadline is the 26th of each month. The editor retains discretion to edit all submissions for space and content. Questions? Call Jack at 851 -5078 or e mail [email protected] .
Robert “Bob” McEwen
Born Robert Frederick McEwen on September 4, 1927 in London, Ontario, Canada to Robert H. and Gertrude “Dorothy” Heath McEwen, Bob died of a heart attack awaiting surgery at Kaiser Hospital Santa Clara on the afternoon of December 23, 2011. He was predeceased by his wife, Marjorie “Midge” Russell McEwen of 61 years. They leave four children, Robert B. (Karen), Marion McEwen, Dorothy Koulalis (Rick) and Amy Gustas (Victor), 6 grandchildren, Janna, Quinn, Linnea, Cameron, Patrick and Grace and 5 great-grandsons.
After WWII, Bob went to the Boston Area where he earned his Airline Mechanic's license then met and married Midge in 1950. He served in the Army Reserves during the Korean Conflict. Coming West Bob took a job with United Airlines and was a 30 year employee.
In 1957 he moved his family to a small cabin on Kings Mountain in the coastal range of the Peninsula where they lived for 52 years. He was a volunteer with the Kings Mountain Fire Brigade, formally the men’s poker club, and the Kings Mountain Art Fair from its first show in 1963. In 1964, with the help of Architect, John Cole, he designed and built a lovely home on their property.
Even before retiring from United Airlines in 1984 Bob drove his old dump truck in the service of his community and neighbors. Bob's truck would be loaded with all the aluminum cans it could hold from the community recycling center and bring back $600 or more from each run. In other trips Bob would bring mushroom compost from the coast-side to neighbors' gardens for a small fee.
Starting in 1972 Bob and Midge had a shop of her silk screen work and then a gallery with her paintings and those of other local artists at Spanishtown in Half Moon Bay, CA
A celebration of his life will be held Saturday, March 24 from 2 pm to 5 pm at the Kings Mountain Community Center, 13889 Skyline Blvd, Redwood City, CA. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made in Bob's name to the King's Mountain Volunteer Fire Brigade, Inc. (KMVFB) 13889 Skyline Blvd, Redwood City, CA 94062.
WHO'S WHO ON KINGS MOUNTAIN
Midge & Bob McEwen Midge was born in Wellesley, Massachusetts. She has two older brothers.
Their father, who worked for a paper company, often brought home beautiful colored paper samples for the children. It was the beginning of an art career for Midge.
The family spent their summers at their cottage on Cape Cod Bay. They had a little rowboat and Midge's older brother taught her to fish. They caught mackerel, flounder and perch. The cliffs in this area have lovely clay. Midge and her girlfriend collected the clay to make figurines and dishes.
After high school graduation, Midge attended the Massachusetts College of Art for four years. Her first job was in the advertising department of a photography studio. She did layout and paste up. Later, she had her own studio in Boston and taught an adult class in Carnbridge on silk screening on paper. She and Bob met at a youth group at Christ's Episcopal Church Fortnightly Club.
Bob was born in London, Ontario on the Thames. He has two younger sisters. They were farm-raised. He walked three miles to school-"buns in the snow!"
Bob's father owned a Shell Gas Station and garage in Byron, Ontario. Bob learned to repair automobiles and farm equipment. After high school, he attended a technical training school for a year and in 1947 left London for Cambridge, Massachusetts where he joined the Air National Guard. President Harry Truman said: "We need a little help." Bob was notified of his activation 9/1/50. He and Midge were married 9/2 and he had a birthday 9/4. He moved to Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri with his bride and from there to Walters Air Force Base, Texas.
Their first born, Robert B., was born in January of 1952. They returned to Boston, Bob was discharged from the service and their daughter, Marion, was born.
Bob interviewed for a job with United Airlines, got it and the family moved to the Bay Area in 1953. By preference, Bob worked the swing and graveyard shifts. During the day, he ran a small-scale excavating and truck rental business including auto and and farm equipment repair.
Two more daughters, Dorothy and Amy, were born in Redwood City.
In 1984, after 32 years with United, beginning as a mechanic and retiring as a foreman,' Bob began a brand new job, with a slave driver for a boss - Marjorie McEwen! He worked at her Art Gallery in Spanish Town in Half Moon Bay for 12 years. He built the displays. They attended the gift shows, ran a successful gallery and enjoyed this opportunity to run a business that blended their talents.
So, four children and five grandchildren later, they both said: "It's been a great trip! These are the best neighbors and the best community ever!"
In light of the recent passing of Bob and Midge we are reprinting this classic Who’s Who from the October 2002 Echo.
Beverly Tucker, President
650‐851‐1637 Bonbonn64 @yahoo.com BOARD MEETING MINUTES – January 19, 2012
CALL TO ORDER: 7:04pm by President Beverly Tucker
ATTENDANCE: Beverly Tucker, Carol Forster, Cheri Buffa, Kellie Tunheim, Chris Norling, Linda Gang, Sybil Plank, and Jean Turri.
MINUTES: The November 2011 meeting minutes were amended and approved online ( 7 ‐0 )
TREASURER’S REPORT: The 2010 ‐ 2012 Budget to Actual Expenses Analysis was completed by the Budget Committee and presented by Kellie Tunheim and committee members. Kellie also reviewed the 2011 Income and Expenses Summary. The 2012 Budget was approved by all the Board members.
No New Member Handbooks were distributed PUBLIC NOTICES: None OLD BUSINESS: 1. Speaker Series‐ Committee: Beverly Tucker and Carol Forester
1.1 Beverly and Carol have identified three probable speakers and a historian from Half Moon Bay has been engaged for the Annual Dinner. 1.2 Jean Turri spoke about a speaker from Climate Project and will check with him for his availability. 1.3 In addition, Kellie Tunheim will check on possible dates for a speaker on Defensible Space.
2. Budget Committee Update: Completed 3. Community Center Donation Update: Continued until next meeting 3.1 Donation: Still undetermined. 4. Special Events – Holiday Party Recap
4.1 Jean Turri thought that having fully catered events may not be necessary and that a return to the old way of pot luck meals and having people bring their own plates and flatware might be more environmentally viable and fun. Sybil Plank also related her experience with Kings Grove events and the greening of their events. 4.2 Chris Norling said that the Christmas tree is currently stored in the Food Shack freezer, and will be going into the container during the Art Fair and then back to cold storage. 4.3 Spring Brunch Committee – Chairs: Beverly Tucker, Kellie Tunheim. Board members and Chris Norling will do setup and clean up for the Sun., April 1st, event. 4.4 Annual Dinner Committee‐ May 5th: Cheri Buffa , Carol Forster and Linda Gang will start planning the theme and flyer. Board members will help with ongoing tasks, and Chris Norling has already signed up to do setup and clean up.
NEW BUSINESS: 1. Annual Membership Drive:
1.1 Beverly sent the application out on the Yahoo Group and in THE ECHO. It was decided that a direct mailing can be done with the upcoming event flyers.
1.2 Adding a PayPal Option was presented by Beverly Tucker as an option to be included in our email membership signups. The Board gave approval for Beverly and Kellie to set up a PayPal account. 1.3 A Direct Mailing will be done in February with a flyer promoting upcoming events.
2. Amerigas Contract for Discount 2.1 Carol Forester brought the Amerigas letter, and Kellie reiterated her email about how members need to be on automatic refill. Clarification of qualification will be done by Kellie Tunheim and then information sent out on the Yahoo Group and THE ECHO by Beverly Tucker.
3. Facebook Page 3.1 Beverly Tucker previewed a Fan Page for KMA. She will administer the site, and the Board approved of inviting all Kings Mountain residents to “ fan” the site . Beverly will first do a test before a wide release and notification in THE ECHO.
WALK IN ITEMS: 1.1 A KMA directory was found by Beverly Tucker and will be discussed at the next meeting. 1.2 Jean Turri asked for a review of the Chairman duties as follows: a. Confirm date and committees b. Set the theme and menu
c. Flyer produced and distributed in the Echo, Yahoo Group, email, and sandwich board d. Update the special event binder and give a recap/suggestion for changes e. Give all receipts to and get reimbursements from the treasurer
1.3 Kellie Tunheim brought up the topic of the many emails regarding bicycles and the difficulties the bicycle events create for the Kings Mountain area. The Board will make this an agenda item for next month. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:45pm. NEXT MEETING: February 16th at 7pm at the Community Center. Everyone is welcome!
Beverly Tucker, President
650‐851‐1637 Bonbonn64 @yahoo.com BOARD MEETING MINUTES – February 16, 2012
CALL TO ORDER: 7:09pm by President Beverly Tucker
ATTENDANCE: Beverly Tucker, Carol Forster, Cheri Buffa, Kellie Tunheim, Chris Norling, Linda Gang, Sybil Plank, and Jean Turri.
MINUTES: The January 2012 meeting minutes were amended and approved online ( 7 ‐ 0 )
TREASURER’S REPORT: Treasurer Kellie Tunheim presented an Income/Expense Report for 12/7/2011 through 2/14/2012. Kellie reported that there was one new membership received and others interested in becoming Board members. Chris Norling stated that there are numerous membership forms that have just been received and will be given to Kellie.
A. New Member Handbooks were just completed. Carol Forster and Sybil Plank will get together to assemble and distribute Handbooks to recent newcomers.
PUBLIC NOTICES: None
OLD BUSINESS:
1. Speaker Series:
1.1 The Climate Reality Project Presentation: Jean Turri said the date is all set and a flyer has been created. In addition, Jean will send out a “save the date” on the Yahoo Group for the April 4th presentation.
2. Community Center Donation Update: The KMVFB has done a lot of work on the Community Center and the KMA is waiting for KMVFB’s suggestions before further action is taken.
3. Annual Membership Drive:
3.1 Beverly Tucker has updated the Membership Form and is getting it ready for our annual membership drive.
3.2 Beverly found that the membership list was incomplete and that we should send the membership mailing based on the ECHO list in order to reach more Kings Mtn residents. The Board agreed with Beverly’s suggestion.
4. Paypal
4.1 An account was set‐up, but the banking arrangements have to be dealt with.
4.2 A demonstration should be ready at the March meeting.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. South Skyline Association
1.1 SSA asked KMA for help with a Skyline Blvd. erosion issue by sending a letter to CalTrans. The Board approved the action of a letter of concern being drafted and then reviewed by the Board before being sent to Caltrans.
2. Special Events:
2.1 The Climate Change Speaker event is arranged.
2.2 Annual Dinner: Cheri Buffa, Carol Forster, and Linda Gang met to plan the Annual Dinner in May. The committee came up with a Cinco de Mayo theme and a flyer to be included in the membership mailing.
2.3 Beverly created flyers for the Climate Change Speaker and for the Spring Brunch for inclusion in the membership mailing. It was decided that the flyers should be printed in color in order to engender more interest and response.
3. Social Media: We’re still hoping to find someone who could conduct a class for our community.
4. The directory: Beverly found that the directory was not contact information for members but a directory of Kings Mtn. businesses and services. It was agreed that business services and recommendations are now available through the Yahoo group, so the directory idea was dropped. 5. Nominating Committee: Currently, the nominating committee consists of Jean Turri, Linda Gang, and Chris Norling. The nominating committee will add a fourth member and report back to the Board in March. WALK IN ITEMS:
1. Beverly Tucker suggested that we invite Caltrans to speak with the community regarding road conditions and dumping along Skyline Blvd. Beverly will explore this issue and report to the Board in March.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:20pm.
NEXT MEETING: March 15th at 7pm at the Community Center. Everyone is welcome!
2012 Slate Set
The KMA nominating committee recommends the following candidates to run for the 2012 KMA board.
President: (1 year term) Beverly Tucker Vice President: (1 year term) Jean Turri Secretary: (1 year term) Kerrie Kemling Treasurer: (1 year term) Linda Gang Director: (3 year term) Kathy Shubin Director/Past President: (1 year term) Kellie Tunheim
(The other 2 Director's positions do not need to be filled at this time.) Regular Members in good standing shall be entitled to make nominations and to vote at the annual election meeting on Saturday, May 5. We invite all community members to attend the annual dinner.
Keep abreast of events on Kings Mountain at: www.kingsmountainonline.com .
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Hosted by KMA
Dr. Latshaw is a retired physicist who has been following the climate crises. He has been giving presentations for many years on the situation. His concerns date before the movie “Inconvenient Truth”. After the movie, he was further trained in the climate crises by Al Gore’s organization ; The Climate Project. His
presentation will explain the scientific rationale behind the crises, and the solutions, which must be implemented soon to save
the planet for future generations.
By Gary Latshaw, Ph.D. (7:00 PM April 4th Wednesday (Kings Mt. Community Center)
Climate Crises & Solution
KMA Membership Application 1.3.2012
Kings Mountain Association
Membership Application Form **Please print legibly if you are completing this form by hand**
Name
List primary member name before other household members’ name(s)
**Amerigas customers: List primary member’s name identically to the name on Amerigas’ records**
Kings Mountain Address
Property address owned or rented on Kings Mountain
Preferred Mailing Address
If different from Kings Mountain address
Contact Telephone email address
**required**
**Please include so we can send you membership reminders and event information.**
When did you move to Kings Mountain?
year
May we publish your name as a member of the KMA? ���� yes ���� no
May we contact you by mail or email to keep you up-to-date on KMA activities or to ask for your opinion on issues?
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OPTIONAL Please help KMA meet your needs by telling us a little about yourself OPTIONAL
How do you learn what is happening on Kings Mountain? Check all that apply
���� KM Yahoo Group ���� The Echo
���� kingsmountainonline.com ���� Word-of-Mouth
���� Other __________________________________________
If you purchase propane for use at your Kings Mountain address, what supplier or company do you use?
What suggestions or ideas do you have for ways in which KMA might best serve the community?
Is a member of your household interested in serving on the KMA Governing Board or in participating in the KMA in some way? Checking yes or maybe does not obligate you in any way ���� yes ���� maybe If you answered yes or maybe, please provide the name of the interested member and any particular area(s) of Interest.
OPTIONAL OPTIONAL
All KMA memberships run for a calendar year, and the annual membership fee is $25 per household. Additional donations are gratefully accepted; every extra penny helps the KMA fulfill its mission of improving community life on Kings Mountain. For additional information, email [email protected] or call 650-851-2581.
Please complete and return this form with your check made payable to “KMA” to:
KMA Treasurer Kings Mountain Association
13883 Skyline Blvd. Woodside, CA 94062-4573
Please Note: Based on the information you provide, a member of the KMA Governing Board will contact you if you do not qualify for regular membership in the KMA
MINUTES OF THE KMVFB MEETING ON January 10th, 2011
ATTENDANCE: Hiep Ho, Steve Knight, Julia Simmons, Frank Adams, Craig Culver, Bill Goebner, JR Elpers, Jim Sullivan, Jan Ruby, Anne Jenkel.
President Steve Knight called the KMVFB Meeting to order at 7:35pm.
SECRETARY’S REPORT: Hiep Ho reported the DECEMBER 2011 minutes were approved via email.
BUILDING MANAGER’S REPORT: Jan Ruby reported (via email) in DECEMBER there were…
Exercise/Dance Classes 25
Monthly Community Board Meetings 4
KMVFB Training & Maintenance 3
Community Events/Parties 2
Private Events/Parties 0
TOTAL USES FOR THE MONTH 34
CHIEF’S REPORT: Jim Sullivan reported that in DECEMBER there were…
Total Number of Responses: 11; Average Number of Responders: 2; Number of incidents with no volunteer response: 2
Medical aid 1 Vehicle accidents 2 Public assists 0 Firefighter standby 1 Vehicle fire 0 Smoke check 1 Structure fire 1 Vegetation fire 0 Hazardous materials 1 Rescue 0 Cover assignment 0 Alarm sounding 2 Water tender response 2 Trash fire 0
For the Year 2011 there were…
Total Number of Responses: 139; Average Number of Responders: 3.30; Number of incidents with no volunteer response: 7
Medical aid 27 Vehicle accidents 51 Public assists 19 Firefighter standby 4 Vehicle fire 1 Smoke check 2 Structure fire 4 Vegetation fire 5 Hazardous materials 1 Rescue 0 Cover assignment 0 Alarm sounding 18 Water tender response 6 Trash fire 1
TREASURER’S REPORT: November 2011 financial statements were sent prior to the board meeting via email.
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE REPORT: Steve Knight reported the membership mailing was about ready to go. Steve Knight and Anne Jenkel will finalize the envelopes to send out to community members. Steve also reported membership payments via PayPal have been successful and effective.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: BYLAWS VOTE & AMENDMENTS: Frank Adams reported that a schedule had been made and that action on the vote should begin in March.
BOARD RECRUITMENT 2011-2014: Julia Simmons has agreed to stay on the board as the Treasurer until June 2012 when her replacement is found. Both Ken Williamson and Anna Roche have declined to join the board. Steve Knight announced the possibility of resigning from his post as the president of the board due to his relocation to other state. Steve may be absent in the next board meeting. Craig Culver will be in standby mode to run meetings in the future. COMMUNITY CENTER IMPROVEMENTS:
1. A light designer will take a look at the interior light fixtures and provide feedback. Information provided will be communicated to Tim German.
2. The bathroom remodeling will start on January 23rd, 2012. It has been estimated by the contractor it will take him approximately six weeks to complete. There will be one bathroom upstairs always available for building users during construction. There will be a debris box under the balcony for the construction. The location of the debris box will be under the deck at the end of the building. Location to allow access for fire vehicles to circle around the back of the building and to the two rooms located there as well.
3. Clarification regarding frosted glass pattern installed in men's room was discussed and it will remain a "tree bark" pattern.
REMODELING COMMUNICATION: Jan Ruby will send a memo regarding the bathroom remodeling to KM Yahoo Group.
PARKING POLICY COMMUNICATION: Jan suggested to the board that KMVFB communicate to community members about limits of long term parking use on the premise of the KM Community Center. The board agreed that Jan will send a memo (using the information contained in the User Policy) to communicate the use policy on behalf of the board. The Board did not request the need for approval prior to the email being sent out to the community via KM Yahoo Group.
NEW BUSINESS:
PHONE SYSTEM DONATION: Bill Goebner will donate a phone system to KMVFB. The board voted yes to approve the installation of the phone system on the property. Bill will work with the Jim Sullivan to determine the location of telephone sets to be installed in next couple months.
MEMORIAL SERVICE: A motion was passed to have a memorial service for Bob McEwen who passed away last December. The event will be held sometime in March 2012. All approved.
OTHER ITEMS: Steve Knight will ask Nick Kromat to clarify that KMVFB is not affiliated with his new KM organization.
MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:37 PM NEXT MEETING: February 14th, 2012
MINUTES OF THE KMVFB MEETING ON February 14th, 2012 ATTENDANCE: Hiep Ho, Steve Knight (via phone conference), Frank Adams, Craig Culver, Bill Goebner, JR Elpers, Jim Sullivan, Jan Ruby, Dennis Ruby, Hank Stern, Tim German. Vice-President Craig Culver called the KMVFB Meeting to order at 7:35pm. SECRETARY’S REPORT: Hiep Ho reported the JANUARY 2012 minutes were approved via email.
BUILDING MANAGER’S REPORT: Jan Ruby reported that in JANUARY there were…
Exercise/Dance Classes 30
Monthly Community Board Meetings 4
KMVFB Training & Maintenance 3
Community Events/Parties 1
Private Events/Parties 0
TOTAL USES FOR THE MONTH 38
CHIEF’S REPORT: Jim Sullivan reported that in JANUARY there were…
Total Number of Responses: 14; Average Number of Responders: 3; Number of incidents with no volunteer response: 1
Medical aid 3 Vehicle accidents 3 Public assists 2
Firefighter standby 2 Vehicle fire 0 Smoke check 1 Structure fire 0 Vegetation fire 1 Hazardous materials 0 Rescue 0 Cover assignment 0 Alarm sounding 2 Water tender response 0 Trash fire 0
TREASURER’S REPORT: There was no report for JANUARY. MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE REPORT: Steve Knight reported the membership mailing had been sent out to community members. Steve will send out a reminder of the availability of PayPal as a method of payment for the membership.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: MEMBERSHIP APPROVAL OF THE BYLAWS: Frank Adams presented the proposed timetable for Bylaws amendment. The schedule was approved by the board. BOARD RECRUITMENT 2011-2014: There was no report for JANUARY. COMMUNITY CENTER IMPROVEMENTS:
1. The garbage dumpsters for Community Center have been used by community members without permission. The board proposed to add a sign to discourage unapproved dumping to these dumpsters.
2. The large BBQ storage location was discussed. Chris Norling recently spent time painting and cleaning up the rust on the BBQ and provided a cover. It was discovered that it is being stored without the cover and exposed to the elements. To try to protect the BBQ, Jan Ruby suggested the board relocate it underneath the overhang at the Cook Shack where it will be better protected from the elements. Dennis Ruby will buy a lock to install on the BBQ cover to prevent unapproved use and relocation. All approved.
3. Board discussed and approved the proposal from Marty Phelps to build the custom vanity
and storage cabinet for the ADA bathroom. 3. The bathroom remodeling project has been in progress and projected to finish by mid-
March.
PHONE SYSTEM DONATION: Bill Goebner reported the installation of the phone and intercom system connecting many parts of the KM community building and the cook shack has been in progress. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:11 PM NEXT MEETING: March 13th, 2012
Help Support Your Community
(and Your Fire Department)
KINGS
MOUNTAIN
Become a member of KMEP We Welcome You! Call Pat at 851-.2272
YOUR household should be a member of the KINGS MOUNTAIN VOLUNTEER FIRE BRIGADE.
JOIN OR REWEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP FOR 2012 TODAY
(If have already joined KMVFB this year, thank you for supporting community safety!)
(The Fire Brigade is a separate organization from the KMA.)
The Fire Department, supported by the Fire Brigade, provides immediate response to 911 calls in the Kings Mountain Area.
A Fire Department response could save your home, if not your life.
The Fire Brigade depends entirely on donations, the Art Fair and annual membership dues.
Only Fire Brigade members may utilize the Community Center for personal and private functions
Membership dues make free use of the Community Center possible for events that benefit the community as a whole: KMA, KMEP, Garden Club and more.
The Fire Brigade gets NO tax revenue from the State or County.
Yes, I would like to support the Volunteer Fire Brigade by becoming a member! Name____________________________________________ Date_____________ Address____________________________________________________________ Telephone____________________________Email__________________________
Amount Enclosed: $ 35 annual dues Additional tax deductable donation $ _______ Make check to: The Kings Mountain Volunteer Fire Brigade, Inc. The KMVFB is a non-profit, tax-deductible 501(c) 3 corp. Tax I.D. Number 94-1650185.
Mail to: KMVFB 13889 Skyline Blvd. Woodside CA, 94062
ANIMAL Hotline Members of the Kings Mountain Yahoo Group should also post notices there.
Betty Ann & Roy Farwell Nursery area 851- 8190
Jan & Dennis Bella Vista area 851-2111
Pat & Bob Forest View 851-2272
Lisa & Paul Swett Rd. 529-9294
Patty & .Jerry Comstock 851-8947
Jean Ware Road 851-2210
Marilyn & Nick Mid Skyline 851-5041
Carole “ 851-0861
Ardyth “ 851-0869
Bev County Road 529-1278.
Linda & Hank. Star Hill 851-8312
Jennifer Bear Gulch East 888-8180
If you have lost or found an animal, call the number closest to your address or, the first number on this page. Volunteers, call each other with your report.
What To Do If You Encounter An Injured Animal
The Peninsula Humane Society (PHS) is available to help out in emergencies with both wild and domestic animals. They have an animal hotline you can call at 650-340-8200 (select option #5) to report that you have found either an injured animal that needs help or a dead animal that needs to be picked up. It is a 24 hour service; however, one problem is that there can be a long wait for help due to dispatch staffing issues. They will do their best to expedite your call if you tell them you have an injured animal that is suffering, but they strongly recommend that if at all possible you bring an injured animal directly to the PHS. They have someone on duty after hours as well as during the day -- therefore, you can drop off an injured animal at any time day or night. It is difficult to determine what to do while waiting for help as each situation is different. An animal in pain may bite or struggle. If it is safe to do so, try and keep the animal warm and as comfortable as possible. If transporting an injured animal do your best to move the animal without causing any further damage or pain. No one will fault you for trying to help -- time is very important and the sooner you can get the animal to the hospital the better. Once you get to the PHS they will help you bring the animal in to the facility. If an animal has died on a main road, try to move it to a safe place to be picked up. If the animal is on a busy road such as Skyline, please be cautious and careful. You do not want to become part of the problem by endangering yourself or others when moving an animal off the road. - Jan Ruby
JOIN TODAY KINGS MOUNTAIN GARDEN CLUB Membership Form NAME __________________________________________DATE ________________________ PLEASE PRINT ADDRESS _________________________________________________________________________________ TELEPHONE (Optional) __________________________ E‐MAIL (Optional) ______________________________
ANNUAL Fee: $10 per Household Make checks payable to KMGC Send completed form and fee to: 12520 Skyline Blvd. Woodside, CA 94062-4541 Call Peter at 851-7743 for more information
Dear Friends of Kings Mountain, Please welcome a new Kings Mountain group to our community!!!
KINGS MOUNTAIN BUSINESS AND IDEAS GROUP www.KMBIG.org
KMBIG will be hosting fireside chats with visionary thought leaders from the community. These, fireside chats will primarily be presentations, talks, discussions and workshops to benefit mountain residents.
Each month, an honored guest speaker will be featured. Topics may cover business, hi-tech, medicine, science, the environment, art, international, education, and more. The speakers will share their stories and background, and specific relationship to the subject.
KMBIG's mission is to engage the community in conversation, learning and sharing knowledge, and connecting with each another. KMBIG's goals are to open minds to fresh thinking, inspire new ideas, and help build beneficial networks.
Please join us!!
Information: www.KMBIG.org
When: 3rd Wednesdays of ever month at 7:00 p.m.
Where: KM Community Center, 13889 Skyline Boulevard
Annual fee: $35.00 (net proceeds to be donated to KM Fire Brigade)
Membership: [email protected]
Contact: [email protected] [email protected]
Dance Classes at the KM Community CenterSocial Dance Class is held every Friday night, 7p.m. at the Community Center. Come and learn Country dancing, Jitterbug, Swing, Night Club, Two Step and
other fun dances. Cost $10. This class is ongoing.
Kings Mountain Families PlaydatesALL parents with kids are invited to get together from time to time. Moms, pregnant moms, dads, nannies, bring your kids and meet for a Kings Mountain playdate. Older siblings are always welcome. Come when you can and leave when you want to.
Who is KMF?The Kings Mountain Families group is for KM parents. The purpose of the group is to meet friends on the mountain and share information pertinent to being a parent on Kings Mountain (nannies/babysitters, upcoming events, etc.). There is usually a monthly gathering at people’s homes, the Community Center, Huddart Park, or the beach.
To join the Kings Mountain Families email list and find out about events, please call 851–5438 or send an email to Janie Dawes at [email protected] or visit KMF at Yahoo Groups.
A Gathering of Kings Mountain WomenThe Kings Mountain Women’s group is open to any woman on Kings Mountain. We have regular lectures, hikes and other experiences. The objective is to meet other women on the mountain and explore interesting topics. You may join the Kings Mountain Women’s email list at Yahoo Groups, [email protected]. Questions, email Sandy Shapero at [email protected] or call 851-9832.
Pets R Us!If your pets are home, don’t leave them alone - call me and I’ll take care of them.
Cats, dogs and any household pet. I will feed them, walk them and keep them company. Please call my mom for more information about rates and times.
“Ocean”(650) 851-1384
Community Postings
Community Postings
Sunday Morning Yoga Class at the Community Center
The class is an eclectic mix of Hatha yoga and vinyasa flow. We begin our practice with warm ups, move into slow flowing routines and some balance poses followed by floor work. The floor work always has some kind of core emphasis and deep stretching. The class ends with a long relaxation. Susan Brochin, the teacher, has been teaching yoga for 10 years. She is a 500 hour RYT and loves coming up the hill and to the redwoods.
The class runs from 10:30 to 11:45 on Sunday mornings. The drop-in rate is $16 and you can buy an eight-class series for $96, with no time limit.
Please feel free to contact me at 851-5078 if you have further questions. -Betsy Rix
Join us for classes at the Kings Mountain Community Center from 7-8 p.m.!
Classes will be held on: 3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30
Please note: this is not a weekly class. Go to www.kingsmountainonline.com for more information. Drop in: $10 per class
Zumba combines Latin rhythms with cardiovascular and body sculpting exercises to create an aerobic routine that is fun, effective and easy to follow. Zumba is easy and designed for everyone, every shape and age. Taught by Michele Lowings, a KMES parent and Zumba fitness instructor at FIT in Half Moon Bay. Michele's cardio-based dance workout with sculpting exercises will tone your entire body from top to bottom. If you have any questions for Michele, you can reach her at: [email protected] or 650-392-4487.
PILATES at the Community Center
Pilates classes ... 6:00 - 7:15 ... in the Community Center
Tues. and Thurs. nights ... 50 min. pilates training, and 15 min. weight training and 10 min. stretching approximately.
$125.00 for a 10 class session OR 20 classes for $237.50 .... Drop ins welcome for $15.00 per class. For info - Kim Ward at 650-400-5065 or [email protected] .
Pet Registry Have You Registered Your Pet? If not, you can do so at the Pet Registry on the Kings Mountain Yahoo Group website. Then if your neighbors find your stray dog or cat (or gerbil?) they have a head start in knowing who it belongs to. Or, if you find a pet you can check the description and location listed there to figure out to whom the pet might belong.
Mountain Musings
McEwen Memorial Date Set. A celebration of Bob McEwen’s life will be held Saturday, March 24 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Kings Mountain Community Center. (There are reports that selections from Bob’s legendary T- shirt collection will be on display!) Please note that donations in lieu of flowers can be made in Bob's name to the King's Mountain Volunteer Fire Brigade, Inc. (KMVFB) 13889 Skyline Blvd, Woodside, CA 94062. Climate Change Presentation. KMA is sponsoring a presentation on Climate Change on Wednesday, April 4, at the Community Center. It is free to the community. Gary Latshaw, Ph.D., will be the presenter. He will address climate change here on Kings Mt. and after the presentation there will be a question and answer period. Coffee and cookies will be provided by KMA. For more information you can go to http://climaterealityproject.org . Xuan My Ho, one of our local artists on Kings Mountain, will have her first solo exhibition at Market Street Gallery in San Francisco, from March 6th to April 27th. The Open Reception is Saturday, March 10th. The Gallery is located at 1554 Market Street (between Van Ness and Franklin). Xuan’s mosaic artwork is very impressive and is well worth a trip to the City to view. Share your Photos. We’d like to start running some of your favorite photos of Kings Mountain in the Echo. Send them to [email protected] and we will publish as many as we can, room permitting – particularly in the online edition. (Remember, there is a larger, more colorful version of the Echo at http://www.kingsmountainecho.org/ .) Categories for submissions include nature, wildlife, pets, Mountain life and pretty much anything that strikes your fancy.
Upcoming KMA Events
Spring Brunch - Sun., April 1 KMA dinner - Sat., May 5
Kings Mountain Community Center Rental Process
This is a reminder for residents of the Kings Mountain community who wish to schedule use of the Community Center (CC) for an event. The CC is for the use and benefit of residents of Kings Mountain. The procedure for utilization of the CC is dictated by the Policy of the KINGS MOUNTAIN VOLUNTEER FIRE BRIGADE (KMVFB) Board of Directors. The Board has an approved policy for the use of the CC (see User Policy), and specific rules are required for insurance purposes and to maintain the present tax status. Here are the general rules with directions regarding submitting an event request.
1. Anyone wishing to rent the center must be a member of the Kings Mountain Volunteer Fire Brigade (KMVFB). Annual dues are currently set at $35.00. (Note: KMA is a separate entity with their own dues.)
2. Rental fees are subject to time and use of the community center. 3. A contract is required and a deposit may be requested in certain circumstances. Events will not be
placed on the calendar until the contract and separate checks for the fee and deposit have been received.
4. For more details and to contact the Building Scheduler (Jan Ruby) please go to [email protected]. All information and forms needed to schedule an event are detailed at the http://www.kingsmountainonline.com website (see “How to Reserve the KMCC for Events” on the right side of the home page). Please follow these Event Planning Procedures to submit a request to rent the CC.
