Letters to the Editor criticizes litigation disclosure in Village Breeze
Susan Hindle argues the publication biases in a village recall dispute between Freshley, Stone, and other parties. She questions adherence to Davis-Stirling and the recall process, defending the plaintiffs and local leaders while condemning the article as propaganda.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. Preshley
M. Stone
Village Breeze
Davis-Stirling
Freshley and Stone
Susan Hindle
GRF
Residents debate gate entry costs and creek decline at Laguna Woods
Patricia Araketian Freshley and Stone were recalled over concerns about a rushed self governance shift from PCM Associa now replaced by a VMSI led by Bradley Hudson. The writers urge fair process, warn of ongoing legal costs, and accuse corporate members of missteps while noting the creek wildlife and water clarity have worsened as responses to maintenance and possible pollution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephen Lane
Associa
Freshley and
Stone
Bradley Hudson
Freshley
Golden Rain Board
VMSI
PCM
Peter and
Brigitte Hof
Hummingbird Hazard Prompted at Laguna Woods Sky Lights
In Laguna Woods three skylights above stair breezeways trap hummingbirds that cannot pass through barriers. Dozens die or tire each year on the stairs. A proposal to attach framed screens with hinges to the ceiling under skylights seeks approval from the Mutual and City Hall boards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laguna Woods
Mutual and
City Hall Board
Termite Prevention Tips for Community Homes
Yong J. Kim urges careful mulch placement and aggressive tree trimming to reduce termite activity. He notes mulch near foundations and overgrown shrubs as attractants in an aging community. The letter, part of Letters to the Editor, also warns that facts are not verified and letters may be edited for length.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yong J. Kim
Globe
Willow Tree center mystery prompts reader plea
A Laguna Woods Village resident laments loss of a small Vons at Willow Tree center and urges The Globe to send a reporter for an investigative update. The writer notes reliance on a golf cart and calls for a newer, cleaned up center with a convenient market amid ongoing construction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laguna Woods Village
Willow Tree Center
Stater Bros
Globe
Clark Kent
Lois Lane
J. Fidier
Avenida Majorca
Memorial Day at EF] To ro Memorial Cemetery honors veterans
A Memorial Day program at the EF] To ro Memorial Cemetery featured nine flag bearers including Laguna Woods Village resident Marie Engelman, seven wreath carriers, and a flyover by a major U S Air Force plane. The Saddleback Chorale and pipers performed with a rifle salute, followed by a bus ride and lunch hosted by O’Conner Mortuary with attentive staff aiding attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ef] Toro Memorial
Orange County
Laguna Woods Village
Marie Engelman
Loney Henderstein
Saddleback Chorale
Village remodeling permit streamline urged by residents
Peggy Edwards from 499 C Avenida Sevilla praises United and Third Mutuals and VMS for seeking synchronized start and end times for contractors in the Village. She argues current United Mutual hours delay remodeling and hinder contractor access, urging tolerance for noise to speed finish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peggy Edwards
Avenida Sevilla
Bravo
United and Third Mutuals
VMS
United Mutual
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CREEK
Patricia Araketian
Jennifer Murphy
Recreation Division
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