CCAC Members and Friends
February 15, 2012
Canyon Country Advisory Committee Meeting Preview
City Council Candidates TimBen Boydston, Ed Colley, Laurie Ender, Jon Hatami and Bob Kellar
will be in attendance to participate in a
“City of Santa Clarita City Council Candidate Meet and Greet”
This format will allow you to ask candidates questions and hear the answers.
The event will be held
in the Mint Canyon Moose Family Center Banquet Room
18000 Sierra Highway, Canyon Country 91351
(On Sierra Hwy .6 mi. North of Soledad Canyon Road)
CCAC Meetings are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC,
FREE OF CHARGE.
ALSO
on March 7, 2012 from 7PM to 9PM,
the Santa Clarita Community Council
will be hosting a City Council Candidate Forum.
This debate style format will provide new perspective on how each candidate intends to handle specific issues affecting Santa Clarita. All 5 Council Candidates have agreed to participate.
More information to follow, but were sure,
you will not want to miss this event either.
So, Mark Your Calendar and Tell Your Friends.
I hope to see you there,
Because,
"Together We Can Make A Difference"
Alan J. Ferdman
Chair, Canyon Country Advisory Committee
Missed the January 2012 CCAC Meeting?
View our meeting content on youtube.
Simply select the presentation you wish to view
by using the appropriate link below.
Tell your friends and neighbors about them.
Our videos are open for all to view
Andy Fried presented status of the CEMEX issue.
Will there be a MEGA Sand and Gravel Mine in Canyon Country?
Anna M Frutos-Sanchez, SCE Regional Manager
presented information and answered questions about
Sothern California Edison’s Smart Meter Program.
Are YOU and I are
ONE STEP CLOSER to seeing $1000 ADDED to our PROPERTY TAX BILL?
Our local Sanitation Board has just released a “NOTICE OF PREPARATION”.
This will initiate the EIR process required to build additional facilities to remove SALT (Chloride) from our WASTEWATER
and stick us with the bill.
Get ready for the February 15
CCAC City Council Candidate Meet and Greet.
Alan Ferdman, CCAC Chair, presented a preview of how the event will be conducted. View the video and be ready to ask questions of the candidates.
Find out about the new CCAC program to remind our neighbors to
PLEASE REMOVE YOUR GARAGE SALE SIGNS.
CCAC January 18, 2012 Meeting
Agenda and Announcements
presented by Alan Ferdman, Chair CCAC
CCAC Members and Friends
Happy New Year
Hope each of you had a very Happy and Merry Holiday Season
The next Canyon Country Advisory Committee Meeting will be held
Wednesday, January 18, 2011
7PM to 9PM
At the Mint Canyon Moose Family Center Banquet Room
18000 Sierra Highway, Canyon Country 91351
(On Sierra Hwy .6 mi. North of Soledad Canyon Road)
CCAC Meetings are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC,
FREE OF CHARGE.
Wonder what is really happening with CEMEX?
Will there be a MEGA Sand and Gravel Mine in Canyon Country?
Andy Fried and Mike Murphy
Will be presenting “The CEMEX Battle, Can We Expect To Win?”
Anna M Frutos-Sanchez, SCE Regional Manager
will be presenting information and answering questions about
Sothern California Edison’s Smart Meter Program.
This will be an opportunity to ask questions in-person and hear answers.
YOU and I are
ONE STEP CLOSER to seeing $1000 ADDED to our PROPERTY TAX BILL.
Our local Sanitation Board has just released a “NOTICE OF PREPARATION”.
This will kick off the EIR process required to build additional facilities to remove SALT from our WASTEWATER.
We will fill you in on the details and how you can let your voice be heard.
The CCAC will kick off a new program to remind our neighbors to
PLEASE REMOVE YOUR GARAGE SALE SIGNS.
So, Mark Your Calendar and Tell Your Friends.
I hope to see you there,
Because,
"Together We Can Make A Difference"
Alan J. Ferdman
Chair, Canyon Country Advisory Committee
February 15, CCAC Meeting Preview
City Council Candidates TimBen Boydston, Ed Colley, Laurie Ender, Jon Hatami and Bob Kellar (listed alphabetically)
will be in attendance to participate in a
“City of Santa Clarita City Council Candidate Meet and Greet”
This format will allow you to ask candidates questions and hear the answers.
Missed the November 2011 CCAC Meeting?
View our meeting content on youtube.
Simply select the presentation you wish to view
by using the appropriate link below.
Tell your friends and neighbors about them.
Our videos are open for all to view
What the LA County Tax Assessor Can Do For You When Property Values Go Down
Presented by El Cid De Ramus, Special Assistant, LACO Tax Assessor
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v1XqXiMXRAo
November 16, 2011 Canyon Country Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda, Recognition of
Brandon Kimball’s Signal Article What it means to be a citizen of the SCV, Announcements &
January Meeting Preview
presented by Alan Ferdman, Chair CCAC
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=an04amLRBNw&feature=related
Lyon’s Corridor Plan Today! Sierra Highway Tomorrow?
Presented by Mike Ascione, City of Santa Clarita Planning Division
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7q_ehEJEtEQ
November Canyon Country Kudos
Presented By Judy Taylour Director CCAC Board of Directors
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHr-nYDTUmg
City of Santa Clarita Challenges and CCAC Issues of Interest 2011 Summary
presented by Alan Ferdman, Chair CCAC
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Df803q6Yq4c
CCAC Members and Friends
Did you miss the October 19, 2011 CCAC Meeting?
View our meeting content on youtube.
Simply select the presentation you wish to view by using the appropriate link below.
Tell your friends and neighbors about them.
Our videos are open for all to view
The Chloride Issue
Santa Clarita’s 500 Million Dollar Invisible Gorilla in the Room
or
You may see a $1000 Sanitation Dist charge on your Property Tax Bill SOON!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMtLLfgjgt8
October 19, 2011 CCAC Meeting Agenda,
Tribute to Colonel Joseph McDivitt,
Announcements & November Meeting Preview
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INF-qQ3YzkA
Santa Clarita 2011 LMD Election
Part One
Understanding Prop. 218 and
How It Is Supposed To Protect YOU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tK7go9i1gRA
Santa Clarita LMD Election
Part Two
Was the Election result Predetermined?
Actual results let you draw your own conclusion
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgtb-T2EeNU
Cross Valley Connector
Hwy 14 (Golden Valley Road)
Bridge Widening Update
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7U3YzRQi0a8
We hope you find the information provided informative, valuable and useful.
Your comments and suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
As always,
“Together We Can Make A Difference”
Alan Ferdman
Chair, Canyon Country Advisory Committee
661 713-9344
CCAC Members and Friends
The next Canyon Country Advisory Committee Meeting will be held
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
7PM to 9PM
At the Mint Canyon Moose Family Center Banquet Room
18000 Sierra Highway, Canyon Country 91351
(On Sierra Hwy .6 mi. North of Soledad Canyon Road)
CCAC Meetings are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC,
FREE OF CHARGE.
THIS WILL BE THE MOST INFORMATIVE MEETING OF THE YEAR
The LA COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR’s OFFICE will present
What Can Be Done When Your Property Tax Assessment
EXCEEDS THE CURRENT VALUE OF YOUR HOME
and other services they provide
Learn what is happening on the Golden Valley Road HWY 14 Bridge Widening Project
Update on the CHLORIDE ISSUE and it’s potential to having fees raised to $600 per year per Single Family Dwelling will be presented along with
WHAT YOU CAN DO to prevent it
Hear an analysis of the recent LMD PROPERTY OWNER ELECTION:
Was the plan to manipulate the outcome by how the election was conducted?
Was the intent of having Property Owners vote on assessments circumvented?
Is FRIENDLY VALLEY going to pay this new assessment?
What is in the future for this LMD District?
Plus Canyon Country Kudos
And much more ……
So, Mark Your Calendar and Tell Your Friends.
I hope to see you there,
Because,
"Together We Can Make A Difference"
Alan J. Ferdman
Chair, Canyon Country Advisory Committee
Missed Last Month’s CCAC Meeting?
Visit www.canyoncountryadvisor.com
for links to presentation videos
Remember … You can
meet us before the CCAC Meeting for dinner at the Moose Lodge.
Homemade Pizza will be available starting at 6PM.
Please NOTE:
The SANTA CLARITA PLANNING DEPT.
presentation on the LYONS CORRIDOR PLAN
has been rescheduled for the November CCAC Meeting
CCAC Members and Friends
Did you miss the September 21, 2011 CCAC Meeting?
View our meeting content on youtube.
Simply select the presentation you wish to view by using the appropriate link below.
Tell your friends and neighbors about them.
Our videos are open for all to view
One YR at MINT CANYON MOOSE LODGE Celebration
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trlTz8-W1Fg&feature=related
September Meeting Agenda, Bob Keller’s Tribute for Santa Clarita Service Men who died since Sept. 11, 2001 serving our country, Announcements & October Meeting Preview
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L4Z8vaJbHyw&feature=related
The New 5 Deputy Gang Unit
Sergeant Dan Stanley
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Odtp9RrHP4&feature=related
Bowman High School
Lori Wilson
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qlD86drA5_k&feature=related
Insurance Services available for Seniors
Minerva Williams
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTpOV3EgzQY
Canyon Country Kudos
Judy Taylour
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rcbC9V2ypDc
For Video Links to earlier meeting presentations, go to
We hope you find the information provided informative, valuable and useful.
Your comments and suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
As always,
“Together We Can Make A Difference”
Alan Ferdman
Chair, Canyon Country Advisory Committee
661 713-9344
CCAC Members and Friends
The next Canyon Country Advisory Committee Meeting will be held
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
7PM to 9PM
At the Mint Canyon Moose Family Center Banquet Room
18000 Sierra Highway, Canyon Country 91351
(On Sierra Hwy .6 mi. North of Soledad Canyon Road)
CCAC Meetings are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC,
FREE OF CHARGE.
This is a VERY SPECIAL Meeting
as it marks the 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY
of CCAC Meetings at the
MINT CANYON MOOSE LODGE
Stand with us in appreciation and celebrate
MINT CANYON MOOSE
named as the FIRST organization
recognized as a
“CCAC Santa Clarita Home Town Hero”
Also At this Month’s Meeting:
Santa Clarita Sheriff Sergeant Dan Stanley
Will be presenting information on the new
5 Deputy Gang Unit
and their operationsin Canyon Country
Information on Bowman High School
and how it helps Young Adults
down the Educational Road less traveled
Presented by Lori Wilson
Did you know it is National Insurance Month?
Minerva Williams will be providing
Insight on
Insurance Services available for Seniors
Plus Canyon Country Kudos
And much more ……
So, Mark Your Calendar and Tell Your Friends.
I hope to see you there,
Because,
"Together We Can Make A Difference"
Alan J. Ferdman
Chair, Canyon Country Advisory Committee
Remember … You can
meet us before the CCAC Meeting for dinner at the Moose Lodge.
Homemade Pizza will be available starting at 6PM.
CCAC Members and Friends
Did you miss the July 20, 2011 Meeting?
July 2011 CCAC Meeting Agenda, Tribute to Army Ranger Leroy Petry, 4th Of July Parade Report, Announcements, June Meeting Minutes, Public Participation & August Meeting Preview presented by Alan Ferdman, Chair CCAC
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCE_q6Aofp4&feature=related
Your Home is Flooded. What do you do? CAN YOU PREVENT IT? A personal story – Part 1 presented by Alan Ferdman, Chair CCAC
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZBbvwel-EzU
Pardee Homes, Golden Valley Project July 2011 Update, presented by Tom Mitchell, Director of Land Development
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hR_litB-k4o
Whittaker/Bermite Community Advisory Group (CAG) July 2011, Presented by Glo Donnelly, President, CAG Board of Directors
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyRnGrtQu5A
Return of Canyon Country Kudos and the Santa Clarita Pothole mitigation project, Presented by Judy Taylour, Director, CCAC Board of Directors
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Idhp5kfk6P4
We hope you find the information provided informative, valuable and useful.
Your comments and suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
As always,
“Together We Can Make A Difference”
Alan Ferdman
Chair, Canyon Country Advisory Committee
661 713-9344
CCAC Members and Friends
Did you miss the August 17, 2011 CCAC Meeting?
August 17, 2011 CCAC Meeting Agenda, Tribute to Jeremy Henwood, Announcements, and July Meeting Minutes Presented by Alan Ferdman, Chair CCAC
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lSF9s3Xl62M&feature=related
SCV Economic Development Corporation Presented by Josh Mann, Manager, Business Retention & Marketing SCVEDC
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uscUqP6LSBQ&feature=related
Golden Valley Road & Sierra Highway Shopping Center and Cell Tower Project Presented by Alan Ferdman, Chair CCAC
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7joGhFIkM6U&feature=related
Coyote Sightings in Canyon Country Presented by Alan Ferdman, Chair CCAC
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PoiUV0dC7sY&feature=related
August 17, 2011 Canyon Country Advisory Committee Meeting Public Participation & September Meeting Preview
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zOqi-Yk9PXA
Your comments and suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
As always,
“Together We Can Make A Difference”
Alan Ferdman
Chair, Canyon Country Advisory Committee
661 713-9344
CCAC Members and Friends
Did you miss the June 15, 2011 Meeting?
View our meeting content on youtube.
Simply select the presentation you wish to view by using the appropriate link below.
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Advances at Henry Mayo
Presented by Andie Bogdan
Director Planning, Marketing, PR
Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2mkTk-mJvTs
CCAC June 15,2011Meeting Agenda,
Tribute to Ruby Bradley, May Meeting Minutes and July Meeting Preview
Presented by Alan Ferdman, Chair CCAC
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOPX0zEojiQ
8 Zone Crime Prevention Program
Sergeant Harris & Deputy Jackson
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8iQnyQfd9zw
KHTS & Disaster Prevention
Presented by Carl Goldman, KHTS Owner
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrisEMbgLZI
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We hope you find the information provided informative, valuable and useful.
Your comments and suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
As always,
“Together We Can Make A Difference”
Alan Ferdman
Chair, Canyon Country Advisory Committee
CCAC Members and Friends
Did you miss the May 18, 2011 Meeting?
View our meeting content on youtube.
Simply select the presentation you wish to view by using the appropriate link below.
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May 18, 2011 Meeting Agenda,
Tribute to Mike Monsoor, Minutes of the April CCAC Meeting,
Public Participation and June Meeting preview
Presented by Alan Ferdman, Chair CCAC
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_5Bx-khjx4E
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What’s Happening At Henry Mayo?
Presented by Dr. Gene Dorio
Part 1 Presentation
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gjUvHM1o5g
Part 2 Questions and Answers
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZyAWH6nQw8
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Los Angeles County Fire Department Home Town Heroes
Presented by Stephanie English, Brian Clayton, Doug LaCount
Part 1 Japan and Search & Rescue Team Presentation
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKLLUuDwnSQ&feature=related
Part 2 Questions & Answers and Award Presentation
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqY1ga01fkk&feature=related
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An extra video,
released Friday 5/13/11, has clips from the March 8 City Council meeting showing the 2 to 2 vote action and reconsideration accomplished at the
April 12 City Council meeting.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0S4gZKGL5Cs
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We hope you find the information provided informative, valuable and useful.
Your comments and suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
As always,
“Together We Can Make A Difference”
Alan Ferdman
Chair, Canyon Country Advisory Committee