The Summer Community Living Magazine will be available in mid-May. 

Click here to view the Spring Community Living Magazine.

 

22112 El Paseo
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

For more information, call
949.635.1800.

Rancho Santa Margarita is in the process of implementing AlertOC for its emergency notification system. AlertOC is a county-wide system sponsored by the County of Orange. The system allows county officials to notify residents of county-wide disasters or emergencies and gives Rancho Santa Margarita officials the ability to communicate with its residents and businesses about local emergencies.

The system is pre-loaded with phone numbers that are in the 9-1-1 database, however, not everyone may be home during an emergency. I encourage all residents and businesses to register email addresses and alternate phone numbers with AlertOC to ensure that important time-sensitive information is received.  If you signed up with the City's previous system, One Call Reaches All, you will still need to add your information to AlertOC. You can register by visiting the city's website at www.cityofrsm.org or by going directly to www.alertoc.com.

AlertOC will only be used for emergency notifications. Visit the city's website and register for email newsletters and notifications by clicking e-Notify on the left of the home page to receive other important information and news from the city.

A test call will be conducted of the AlertOC system in late May to bring to light any unforeseen issues before an actual emergency. Be sure to add your alternate contact information to receive timely emergency information.

For those of you who have experienced our old system, please know that we believe AlertOC to be an improvement and it will be an enhancement to our ability to communicate to you. Please share your experiences with friends and neighbors to encourage greater participation.

A one stop shop for vaccines and licensing at the next vaccination clinic scheduled for May 5, from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. at the Bell Tower Regional Community Center. No appointment is needed; pets are treated on a first-come, first-served basis. Dogs must be on leashes and cats must be in carriers. Owners 18 year of age or older must accompany their pets.
 
The Orange County Board of Supervisors approved a Dog License Amnesty program to offer pet owners a break from being collared with late and back fees for unlicensed dogs. A representative from OC Animal Care will be onsite to renew, or license dogs with no worry of extra charges. OC Animal Care urges dog owners to take advantage of this special opportunity if a license is past due or has never been purchased. Don't wait - amnesty ends May 15.
 
Cash is the only form of payment accepted. AVID micro identification chips are also available for $30 which includes the registration and continuous, 24/7 lifetime monitoring.  Please visit www.scvvc.webs.com for more information on vaccinations.  

This summer your child can "become" a super hero, explore the wonders of magic, conduct experiments in the Mad Scientists' Laboratory or enjoy one of the other 25 summer camps being offered at the Bell Tower Regional Community Center.

The options are really exciting.  There's a camp for young Jedis, fairytale princesses, hip-hop dancers and aspiring Top Chefs.  Children ages 3 years to 17 years will find all kinds of exciting ways to enjoy the summer.

Summer Camps include:
Camp Playball · Action Filmmaking Class · Our Powerful Planet Earth Camp · Mystery of the Pharaoh's Treasure · SkateCamp: The Basics of Skateboarding · Lego Animation Camp · Claymation Creations Camp · Lights, Camera, Action Camp · Mad Scientists Laboratory · Gizmo's Robot Factory · Hip Hop Rock Camp · Hannah Montana Hip Hop Rock Star Camp · Artsy Summer Camp · Magic Camp · Junk Yard Wars · Young Rembrandt's Pastel Camp · Top Chef · Pre-Engineering Lego Camp · Engineering Fundamentals Lego Camp · High School Musical Cheer and Dance Camp · Bubbles and Balloons Camp · Star Wars Camp · Little Scientists Preschool Lab · Fairytale Princess Dance Camp · Little Superheroes Camp · Sewing Camp · Teen Belly Dancing Camp · Girls Gymnastics Camp

All camps will be held at the Bell Tower Regional Community Center.  Early camp registration began on April 16, 2010 - don't wait as camps fill up quickly.

Detailed descriptions about each summer camp are available on the City's website at www.cityofrsm.org.  Information is also available by calling 949.216.9700.

Two very important elections will soon be upon us: June 8, Statewide Primary Election and November 2, General Municipal Election. 

If you are not a registered voter, have moved since that last election or will be turning 18 soon or on Election Day, you need to complete a new voter registration form. It's now simpler than ever.  Go to http://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/ to fill out a registration form, print, sign and mail before the date due.

April 29 through May 29 - Sample Ballots are mailed during this timeframe.

May 10 - Vote-by-mail ballots are available. All vote-by-mail ballots will be issued through the Registrar of Voters. To request more information or to register to vote-by-mail, visit https://voters.ocgov.com/vbm_app/default.htm.  Please Remember: you can choose to vote by mail permanently or for only the upcoming election.

May 24 - Last day to register to vote for the June 8 Statewide Primary Election.

For more information about your opportunity to vote, call Molly McLaughlin, City Clerk, at 949.635.1806.

Staff will debut the Summer classes with a free class week May 24 - May 28.  Many instructors will be offering a free trial class that range from 30 minutes to an hour. If you are interested in a class but want to find out more, sign up for a FREE demonstration class. 

Not all classes are available during the free class week. Call the community center at 949.216.9700 to reserve your spot.  Participants are required to RSVP prior to the class.

Using a unique interactive format, youth learn to identify safety problems around the house and yard, and select age appropriate toys and games.  Participants will receive a Babysitter's Training certificate, bag, book, first aid kit, flashlight, and emergency contact log.
Mondays and Wednesdays, May 10 to May 12, 4 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
11-15 yrs  $53/2 classes 

Learn how to respond to breathing /cardiac emergencies for adult, child, and infant.  Participants will receive an American Red Cross CPR certificate for one year.  Certification meets state standards for teachers.  A $15 materials fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class as well as a self-addressed stamped envelope to receive certification card.
Wednesday, May 5, 5:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m.
13+ yrs  $48/1 class

Not sure what good nutrition is all about?  Try this quick and fun class to see how simple and fun good nutrition can be!  A Certified Coach will introduce traffic light eating, brainy breakfasts, and unique games your kids will love to play.  A $10 materials fee is due to the instructor.
Wednesday, May 26, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
18+ yrs  $13/1 class

Street sweeping not only keeps our neighborhood streets looking clean, but it keeps trash and debris out of storm drains and creeks.

To clean streets effectively, cars must not be parked on the street during designated sweeping days. If you are unsure of your neighborhood's designated street sweeping day, a list can be found on the city's website.

If you have further questions, please call the Public Works Department 949.635.1800.