City Rehires Four Firefighters Amid Budget Uncertainty
San Marino boosts staffing with four firefighters, including three recalled after Prop 13 layoffs, as City Manager Martin weighs several potential revenue increases from state, county, and a citizens committee. Rehiring aims to prevent understaffing while finances kite between uncertain grants and surplus projections.
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Joe Gamm
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Charles Martin
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County Board of Equalization
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San Marino Library gains $4000 in donations
The Friends of San Marino Library raised 4000 from 62 residents and 25 volunteers to offset a drastic budget cut that reduced staff from 15 to five and slashed hours. Trustees seek to restore essential personnel and services as volunteers train, contribute, and prepare a plan to close the $12500 deficit.
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San Marino School Board Reviews Plan to Reorganize District
The San Marino School Board reviewed a broad reorganization plan Tuesday night. If approved, the plan would streamline the district and cut costs. Superintendent Walter Dingus said the draft would affect students in kindergarten through fifth grade.
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Chamber Meet Monday Marks District Reorganization Talk
San Marino Chamber of Commerce announces a Monday noon meeting in city hall council chamber to discuss district reorganization plans aimed at consolidating students and programs. The proposal may cut staff this year and next while preserving instruction quality, with a full budget hearing set for Tuesday and a final budget due September 5.
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Library Names Contribute to San Marino Budget Drive
A list of donors to the San Marino Library budget crisis includes Louis Creveling Frank Haag Harold Camp Milton Farber George L Pascoe Edward Renwich Ira Crocker Robert L Weber Charles McClain Elliott Latta Frank Browne Norman Frank William Jones Frances Biles William Wenzlau Donald Macfarland Frank H Taylor Aston C Taylor Carolyn Snyder Charles Hammond Virginia Barrett Mrs Wallace Rowe Hugh Edmonson Harry Leddel Haydee Trueblood John Q Harris Carol G Marburger Frances Harrison M Washburn Carol M Jones Helen Spielman Mrs John B Callery Allen Laws John B Bertero Ronald Cayo W W Frykman John Norberg Donald E Pearson Ruben Lovret Harry G Abbott Paul Johnson Joseph Laschober William W Busby William H Hurt HF Seidel Donald Van Steenwyk Garret Weyand Wray Cornwell Richard Snyder Dr John Dobbins Mrs Lucille Zeigler Mr and Mrs John Roberts Mr and Mrs James Ukropina Mrs Mary McClung Mr and Mrs George Patten Mrs Sam Heimiges Mrs Marguerite Poulson Mr and Mrs Reginald Robinson and Mr and Mrs George Hall.
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M. Washburn
Carol M
John Dobbins
Lucille Zeigler
John Roberts
James Ukropina
Mary McClung
George Patten
Sam Heimiges
Marguerite Poulson
Reginald Robinson
George Hall
San Marino Council Endorses Voluntary Tax Saving Plan
San Marino residents could donate 15 percent of their property tax savings from Proposition 13 to restore essential services. Dr. John Dobbins urged a voluntary fund via a nonprofit Blue Ribbon Committee to channel dollars to police fire parks and libraries while preserving property values. The council agreed to study the plan and keep Lacy Park closed until funds appear.
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Charles Martin
Lacy Park
Paul Lambert
Dobbins Statement Outlines City Funding Plan
Dr. Dobbins cites a 1.4 million revenue loss from Proposition 13 and 42 city job cuts. He notes San Marino families save about 1960 yearly in property taxes and urges a 10 percent resident contribution to restore most services, via Friends of the City of San Marino, with tax deductible donations.
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Blue Ribbon Committee To Study Fiscal Needs
A Blue Ribbon Committee led by Donald A. Henriksen of Atlantic Richfield Co. will coordinate volunteer fundraising for San Marino as the city faces a tight budget. Appointed by the city council at Dr. John Dobbins's urging, the 10 member group will study recommendations and implement feasible plans.
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Boyfriend for Summer Presented by Huntington Students
A student produced summer musical titled The Boyfriend will be shown at Huntington School Auditorium at 3 30 p m on Wednesday and 7 30 p m July 27 under the city recreation department. Admission is 1 50. Mrs Janet Starr coordinates the show and will use it for her music thesis.
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Along Drive The Acts Of Running Away And Walking Away
A reflective piece compares running away with walking away, exploring how two departures share similar motions and underlying emotions, and considers what each choice means in personal growth and decision making.
Home Runs Spark All Stars to 8-1 Win in LL Playoff
San Marino's all star Little League team defeated Sierra Madre 8-1 in Pasadena on Tuesday night to claim an early playoff spot. Jonn Powers and Mark Hilands hit home runs as the local squad jumped ahead in the second inning. Coached by Don Clark and Jim Hilands the team will play Pasadena American at 4 30 pm Saturday in Hamilton Park.
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Jim Hilands
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