RSM City Council
| Mayor
L. Anthony Beall
Mayor Pro Tempore
Carol Gamble
Council Members
Steve Baric
Brad McGirr
Jesse Petrilla
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| City Council Meetings | Held on the second and fourth Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.
22112 El Paseo
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA |
| Community Living Magazine |
Summer Registration Begins May 20!
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City Manager's Message
As residents drive around town, one can't help but notice all of the street work that is being constructed. It is undoubtedly an inconvenience, but a temporary one that results in better, safer streets. Our staff and contractors work especially hard at scheduling repairs to minimize impacts to traffic, which sometimes means night or evening work during non-peak hours. Every year, the Public Works Department develops a Capital Improvement Program to plan out the construction activities. Typical projects that are included each year are annual residential slurry seal projects, residential overlays and concrete repairs. These keep our streets and sidewalks looking and performing at their best. In addition, RSM is proactive in making improvements to our traffic systems, including the installation of countdown pedestrian signals, speed feedback signs, and battery back-up systems to ensure that our signals operate even during a power outage. As the FY 13-14 Capital Improvement Program is being developed, residents can expect more of these types of projects to be included.
Sincerely,
Jennifer M. Cervantez
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 Take 25: Safety Fair for Families
May 25, 2013, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
RSM Central Park, 22112 El Paseo
Join the Orange County Sheriff's Department and other community organizations to help families develop good safety habits that will last a lifetime. Learn about safety for the Internet, biking, water, fire, child seats, and self-defense. Click here for a flyer.
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Street Resurfacing May Affect Traffic on Santa Margarita Parkway and Sections of the Robinson Ranch Neighborhood
Through May, repaving will occur on a section of Santa Margarita Parkway from Avenida de Las Flores to approximately 500 feet east of Buena Suerte, (click here for a map). The main paving operations will be conducted on the weekends to limit the impacts during rush-hour traffic on this important segment of the City's roadway system. The contractor will also be placing electronic message signs on the street in advance of the project.
Several residential streets in the Robinson Ranch neighborhood will also be resurfaced in May and June. Residents on the affected streets will be notified by the City's contractor, KAD Paving, Inc., in advance of each local street closure. Click here for a map of specific streets to be resurfaced.
A successful street maintenance program depends on your cooperation. Please remove all cars from the affected street when notified by the City's contractor. Thank you for your patience as we strive to improve your streets!
For more information about the project, please contact the Public Works Department at 949.635.1800, extension 6507.
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 Back By Popular Demand! FREE Teen Driver Survival Seminar
Thursday, May 2, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Bell Tower Regional Community Center
How do you maximize your teen's chances of surviving the driving environment? Get the information you need to prepare your teen to be a skilled driver in this free seminar presented by Master Drive.
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 FREE Electronic Waste and
Document Shredding Event
Saturday, May 4, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
City Hall Parking Lot, 22112 El Paseo, RSM
Drop off unwanted ewaste such as computer monitors, laptops, cell phones, and other electronic items at this FREE event located in the City Hall parking lot.
Document shredding will also be provided for free. Up to 10 standard size storage boxes of personal documents per household or business will be accepted. For more information about the electronic waste collection or document shredding, click here for a flyer or call Craig Dibley at 714.863.4949. |
 Meet the Mayor! Wednesday, May 15, 2013, 5:30-8:00 p.m.
The RSM Chamber of Commerce invites you to Meet the Mayor at the Tijeras Creek Golf Club, 29082 Tijeras Creek, RSM. Join the RSM Chamber for a presentation by Mayor Tony Beall, dinner, and networking. Register now at www.rsmchamber.com. For more information email Suzanne Singh at s.singh@rsmchamber.com or call 949.709.7595. |
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Save the Date - RSM Chamber Presents
RanchoFest 2013
Saturday, June 8, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and
Sunday, June 9, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Join local businesses, families, and the community for a fun-filled weekend!
- Live Music and Entertainment
- Kids and Adult Fun Zones
- Beer, Wine, and Food Booths Galore
- Local Business Vendors to Shop
- Performances by Community Schools and Local Groups
Ages 12 and under - $5 all weekend with unlimited Fun Zone
Ages 13 and older - $10 all weekend
For more information, visit www.rsmchamber.com or call 949.709.7595.
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RSM Offers New Sharps Disposal Program  Did you know that it is against the law to dispose of home generated sharps such as hypodermic needles in your solid waste and recycling containers?
Beginning May 1, the City will initiate a program to provide FREE sharps mail-in packages to residents at the Bell Tower Regional Community Center. Packages are limited to one per RSM resident/household per month. Other ways to dispose of sharps properly include:
- Drop off at the nearest Household Hazardous Waste Collection Centers located at 32250 La Pata Ave in San Juan Capistrano or 6411 Oak Canyon in Irvine;
- Purchase a "Sharps Disposal by Mail System" from a local Walgreens or CVS Pharmacy;
- Use a sharps disposal company such as www.sharpsinc.com.
For more information regarding sharps disposal, call Rae Beimer at 949.635.1800, ext. 6503.
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 Fun-Filled Summer Camps Still Available!
Check out the great lineup of summer camps at the Bell Tower Regional Community Center. Children have the opportunity to explore over 35 fun-filled camps. Dance, cheer, art, music, engineering, photography, film making, science, cooking, sewing, basketball, skateboarding and more! There is something for every child aged 1 ½ through 14 years old.
Register now! Summer camps are popular and fill up fast. Check out the Summer Camp preview and plan ahead. Registration can be done online through the City's online class registration system, in person at the Community Center, or by mail. For more information, call Community Services at 949.216.9700. |
Recreation Highlights
To register for these and other classes, visit Community Services on the city's website at www.cityofrsm.org.
Tunes & Tales
Let's get the wiggles out. Tunes & Tales is a music and movement class for children and toddlers. Sing-a-longs and finger play songs start off this fun-filled class followed by music activities using bean bags, rhythm sticks, instruments, a parachute and more. Children have a great time while developing their listening and social skills. Parent participation required.
Wednesdays, May 15 - June 5, 9:30 a.m.-10:10 a.m.
Ages 1 1/2 - 2 1/2 years, $35 / 4 classes
Wednesdays, May 15 - June 5, 10:15 a.m.-11:10 a.m.
Ages 2 1/2 - 4 years, $40 / 4 classes
Basics of Skateboarding
Whether your child is a five year old who has never been on a skateboard, or an intermediate 12 year old, this class will offer your child the guidance and instruction necessary to take skateboarding to the next level. All participants are grouped according to ability and age. The class focuses on basic skills including safety, flat ground techniques, small ramps, and other obstacles. Please visit www.basicsofskateboarding.com to register for insurance prior to the first day of class. Class located at Canada Vista Park.
Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 7 - May 16, 3-5 p.m.
Ages 5-12 years, $153 / 4 classes
Learn to Sew for Adults
Learn sewing basics, fabric selection, how to follow a pattern, and complete amazing projects in class. No prior experience is needed. All fabric, notions, and sewing machines are supplied. Bring $30 cash materials fee.
Thursdays, May 2 - May 16, 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Ages 15+ years, $98 / 3 classes
Art Pendants
Design and create your own jewelry. In this class, you will make several unique pendants and learn the fundamentals of polymer clay. We will be using the Mokume-game technique to create one-of-a-kind pieces which can be embellished with crystals, watch gears, or wire. Bring $15 cash materials fee.
Tuesdays, May 7 - May 14, 6:45 p.m.-8:45 p.m.
Ages 18+ years, $65 / 2 classes
Zumba with Tania
Zumba Fitness is a fusion of Latin and international music and dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, fitness system. Appropriate for any fitness level.
Mondays, May 6 - May 20, 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Wednesdays, May 8 - May 22, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Ages 18+ years, $30 / 3 classes
Mondays and Wednesdays, May 6 - May 22
Ages 18+ years, $60 / 6 classes
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