City of Rancho Santa Margarita Newsletter

I am happy to announce that the Hyundai Corporation of America chose the beautiful city of Rancho Santa Margarita to kick off their "Hope on Wheels Tour" to raise funds and awareness about childhood cancer, and to celebrate the lives of the brave children battling the disease. The City is working with Hyundai and other local business to bring this event to the City on September 5, 2011. This unique partnership brings back one of the signature, and very popular City events, the 5K Run/Walk on Labor Day supporting a most worthy cause. Money raised will benefit CHOC Children's Hospital to help fund pediatric cancer research. Following the 5K race and walk, a Celebration of Life Family Fun Day will take place where children and race participants can enjoy food, face painting, carnival games and more. Hope On Wheels Logo

The City is honored to be hosting the Hyundai Hope on Wheels 5K in our community. Please take the opportunity to come out and enjoy the festivities, celebrate life, and be a part of something big.

For more information and to register, visit the City's homepage at www.cityofrsm.org.

Sincerely,

Steven E. Hayman

Community Emergency Preparedness Academy

Registration Now Available

In the event of a major disaster or even a more common emergency, are you prepared to care for yourself and family until help arrives?

The City of Rancho Santa Margarita will host a free eight week Community Emergency Preparedness Academy (CEPA) to provide residents with critical information and skills needed to care for themselves and their families when emergency responders may not be able to respond.

The course begins on Wednesday, September 1, and continues each Wednesday for eight weeks, with the last class being held on October 20. Space is limited, so register today.

For more information, contact Steve Rhyner at srhyner@ocsd.org.

2/5 Marines Ooo-Rah! Car Wash Fundraiser

Sunday, August 21, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Santa Margarita Ford is hosting the 2/5 Marines Ooo-Rah! Car Wash to benefit the City of Rancho Santa Margarita's adopted 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines on Sunday, August 21, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The car wash, which takes place at Santa Margarita Ford, located at 30031 Santa Margarita Parkway, will feature a display of two High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) Gun Trucks.

Community members can get their vehicles washed, interact with Marines, view Humvees, have their face painted with cammie paint, and help support the Marines by giving a donation to our City's adopted Battalion. Proceeds from the daylong event will help fund the Battalion's Marine Corps Birthday Ball celebration and other upcoming events related to our Marine's families as they prepare to deploy.

For more information, visit the City's website at www.cityofrsm.org.

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Here's a Tip: Tip-A-Cop

Deputies to Serve as Waiters to Benefit Special Olympics

Wednesday, August 24, 5-9 p.m. at Wood Ranch BBQ and Grill

Join the fun at Wood Ranch BBQ & Grill located at 22352 El Paseo, when Rancho Santa Margarita Deputy Sheriffs will serve as celebrity waiters and collect tips to benefit Special Olympic Athletes of Orange County. Stop by, enjoy the food, and watch deputies give a whole new meaning to protect and serve!

For more information, contact Lt. Brian Schmutz at bschmutz@ocsd.org.

Marine Vehicle Save the Date for

Patriot Day Festivities

9/11 Remembrance and

Celebration of Patriots
September 10, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The City of Rancho Santa Margarita welcomes the 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines to town. For the second year, the Marines will be bringing a display of military vehicles and assorted weapon systems for the public to view.

A special ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. to remember the 10th anniversary of the tragic events of September 11, 2001, and to honor our military men and women who serve our country.

For more information, contact Christine Groves at cgroves@cityofrsm.org or call 949.635.1825.

Avenida de Los Fundadores Crosswalk Improvements May Cause Delays

Construction to Continue Through August

The City is making improvements to the pedestrian crosswalks on Avenida de Los Fundadores at Pasada Valiente and Ama Daisy. To enhance the safety of pedestrians and school children crossing the street, the City is installing new curbs and ramps that will extend further into the street. Construction has begun and will continue through the first week of September, 2011.

During construction, access to and from Avenida de Los Fundadores, Ama Daisy and Pasada Valiente will be maintained at all times. However, during the peak construction activities, there could be delays and traffic may be directed to utilize alternate routes. The contractor's work hours will be between 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

For more information about the project, please contact the Public Works Department at 949.635.1805.

NEW! Low Cost Pet Vaccination Clinic Offered Every Month!

First Wednesday of Each Month, 7-8:30 p.m.
Bell Tower Regional Community Center
Due to popular demand, beginning September 7, 2011, the low cost pet vaccination clinic will be offered on the first Wednesday of every month at the Bell Tower Regional Community Center at 22232 El Paseo in RSM.

Services include:
Dogs: Rabies vaccination $7, DHPP $16, Bordatella $13, Lyme $22
Cats: Rabies $7, FVRCP $16, FELV $18, Purevax $20 Dog getting vet care

AVID micro chip $28

Cash only. Pets must be secured on leashes or in pet carriers. For more information, please contact the Community Services Department at 949.216.9700

Recreation Highlights
Look for the new Community Living Magazine in your mailbox beginning August 11. Fall Registration begins August 22!

Fun With Farm Animals

Discover the world of farm animals. Each week a different farm animal is introduced through brushing, feeding, and handling. A special farm craft is made each week. Please note that unregistered siblings will not be able to participate. Please wear closed toe shoes.

Tuesdays, August 9 - 30, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Ages 1.5-6 years, $63 / 4 classes

Buckaroo Time

Join us for two days of fun at the farm. Everyone will enjoy learning how to halter, bathe, groom, saddle, and ride a horse. Unregistered siblings will not be able to participate. All participants must bring water, a snack, and wear closed toe shoes.

Monday and Tuesday, August 15 - August 16, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Monday and Tuesday, August 22 - August 23, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Ages 5-12 years, $63 / 2 classes

Junkyard Challenge Camp

This camp teaches kids how to work collaboratively to design and build the fastest, strongest, most maneuverable, coolest machines and structures possible to solve real world engineering challenges. This camp is best suited for students who have participated in Engineering Fundamentals Camp.

Monday-Friday, August 8 - August 12, 1-4 p.m.

Ages 7-12 years, $180 / 5 classes

Girls' Tumbling Camp

All the fun of camp with tons of gymnastics, floor routines, and games. Participants will learn the basics to become a great gymnast.

Tuesday-Thursday, August 16-18, 1-5 p.m.

Ages 5-11 years, $98 / 3 classes

Youth Leadership - 10 Steps to Awesomeness

This is a fun and dynamic workshop where youth will leave empowered with real skills and tools to be effective citizens in their community and the world. We will create community service projects together, while learning how powerful we are and how each one of us make a difference. We will explore the "10 Steps to Awesomeness", universal ideas that help to shape effective leaders, excellent students, and awesome citizens.

Tuesday, August 16, 7-8 p.m.

Ages 11-17 years, $33 / 1 class

Soil Preparation and Composting

This course is designed to teach individuals the ins and outs of composting and soil development.

Thursday, August 11, 7-9 p.m.

Ages 18+ years, $15 / 1 class

Build and Fly Model Airplanes

This class is an introduction to the sport and hobby of radio controlled aircraft. Learn to build and fly a remote control (RC) airplane. The first day of class meets at the Bell Tower Regional Community Center. The second day is held at a local RC airfield where you will fly a model plane with the use of a buddy box. Visit www.trabucoflyers.com for directions to the field.

Thursday, August 18, 7-8:30 p.m.

And Saturday, August 20, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Ages 18+ years, $48 / 2 classes

Heartsaver CPR

Learn how to respond to breathing/cardiac emergencies for an adult, child, and infant. Participants will receive an American Heart Association CPR & AED certification that is good for two years. Bring $25 materials fee.

Wednesday, August 31, 9 a.m.- 12 p.m.

Ages 12+ years, $50 / 1 class

To register for these and other classes, visit Community Services on the city's website at www.cityofrsm.org.