Upper Oso Reservoir Update – November 12, 2009
Santa Margarita Water District and its team of experts are working around the clock to return the reservoir to a balanced condition and eliminate odors. Currently, activities include: Installed ozone generator to pump ozone (oxygen-rich air) into the reservoir Added diffusers and aeration pumps to increase the lake’s oxygen levels 18 million gallons of fresh [...]
Mission Viejo will recoup its borrowed property tax revenues
The City will be able to recoup sooner rather than later nearly $2.5 million in property tax revenues the state plans to borrow this year, thanks to the successful sale of the Prop 1A Securitization bonds on Nov.10. “The sale of the securitization program bonds allows the City to hold to its previously approved FY [...]
Applicants sought for posts on two City panels
Applications are still available for residents interested in filling a vacancy on the Investment Advisory Commission and one on the Community Services Commission. Residents interested in applying for the commissions are encouraged to file a brief application form with the City Clerk’s Office by 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 30. Applicants must be registered voters and [...]
Crowds, media flock to meet Marine and his dog
Hundreds of people packed the Mission Viejo Council Chamber on Tuesday for a chance to see a Marine who rescued his wild dog from Iraq. Major Brian Dennis and his dog, Nubs, discussed the book, “Nubs: The True Story of a Mutt, a Marine & a Miracle” at City Hall. The book, which has touched [...]
Beware of new scam targeting seniors, others
Mission Viejo Police Services is advising residents to beware of a new scam that is targeting seniors but can impact anyone. The scenario includes a male caller who says he is a “grandson” on vacation in Canada. He’s been in a drunk-driving accident and needs money to make bail. The caller also says he has [...]
Renowned artists make their Mission Viejo debut at Santa’s celebration Nov. 29
Visitors to this year’s Santa celebration on Nov. 29 are in for a treat: Not only will St. Nick make his grand appearance but a renowned trombone choir will also entertain the masses. Bones West, which has performed at Carnegie Hall, will take center stage at 3:15 p.m. during the event at the Mission Viejo [...]
Foreclosure Prevention Workshop attracted hundreds
More than 250 people attended the free Foreclosure Prevention Workshop the City recently held in partnership with the Orange County Homeownership Preservation Collaborative (OCHOPC). The Oct. 29 event, which was held at the City’s Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center, was designed to educate homeowners who are behind on their mortgage payments on what [...]
