I walked to Safeway to by some lunch stuff earlier today. I saw a sign that says Coldstone 'No longer in business". I also see the small phone place by Starbucks is closed, as well.
Any one have a heads up??
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- Mon Jan 08, 2007 2:09 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: ColdStone??
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3300
- Thu Jan 04, 2007 3:13 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Why I Moved To AC?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4151
Common Ground and Bond
Small town living in a family-oriented locale seem to be the common ground. Amenities, services and restaurants in close proximity to one's domicile is next. I have the luxury of working from home-priceless. But believe me, did "my time" on Hwy 80! The next thing we all desire are shopping...
- Wed Jan 03, 2007 10:44 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Why I Moved To AC?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4151
My thoughts
I moved to American Canyon about 17 years ago. My wife and I were in our mid-20s and we had a daughter and a son on the way. I liked the open space and our close proximity to Kimberly Park. Our neighbors were all very welcoming and friendly. I would drive 140 roundtrip daily to Foster City. Many of ...
- Wed Dec 20, 2006 2:06 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: CONGRATULATIONS!!!
- Replies: 30
- Views: 11462
Where do I begin...
1) You seem to forget Lori resigned over residency issues. Nothing at all to do with Cindy or their relationship. 2) Everyone but Luporini is getting blamed for her deception. 3) The last election was the a refelction of who the citizens felt could lead them. You are somewhat correct about everyone ...
- Tue Dec 19, 2006 9:45 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: CONGRATULATIONS!!!
- Replies: 30
- Views: 11462
- Tue Dec 19, 2006 9:35 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Parks & More
- Replies: 0
- Views: 3600
Parks & More
The Parks and Community Services Commission had a full agenda past Thursday. -recommended $404,000 worth of repairs to rehabiliate Community Park 1. -Directed city staff to investigate funding from US Tennis Association for grant money to repair the Tennis Courts in town. -rejected the proposed 'fix...
- Thu Dec 14, 2006 11:53 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: New Calling!!!
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3887
For AC94503
It's good to see you continue with your uplifting, positive commentary on the good things coming out of American Canyon. (especially in the holiday season).
- Fri Dec 08, 2006 8:57 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: American Canyon FUND
- Replies: 10
- Views: 6059
Explanation
The age group (or gap) was determined by the volunteer board members. We felt it adequately addressed a few issues: -providing services for teens -developing leadership skills -keeping young adults (of college age) involved in the community The premise was also based on having the teens identify THE...
- Wed Dec 06, 2006 6:23 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: American Canyon FUND
- Replies: 10
- Views: 6059
Fund Update and Grant Allocation
Media Release _______________________________________________________ Contact: Terence Mulligan 707.254.9565 or terence@cfnv.org Fund for American Canyon Invests in American Canyon Teens & Young Adults Nearly $24,000 in grants awarded to projects that help youth build life skills and leadership ...
- Wed Dec 06, 2006 6:08 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Opportunities to Serve
- Replies: 1
- Views: 3032
Opportunities to Serve
There have been some good dialogue on this forum. There is an opportunity to put all that energy to work for the betterment of American Canyon. There are opportunities to serve on the American Canyon Parks and Community Services Commission (ACPCS) and the American Canyon Planning Commission ACPCS ee...
- Wed Dec 06, 2006 6:02 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: CONGRATULATIONS!!!
- Replies: 30
- Views: 11462
Sigh (again)
MCB- Joan DID NOT ask for a recount, I know. I helped her with her campaign. We discussed that option via telephone and decided it would not be prudent, but rather, more disruptive. Anyhoo..You seem to be stuck on the Luporini thing. Ms. Luporini resigned from her position, AFTER the City Attorney i...
- Wed Dec 06, 2006 10:46 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: CONGRATULATIONS!!!
- Replies: 30
- Views: 11462
Noted
\This made the news couple days ago. From Former President George Bush regarding his son Jeb's loss in his run for Governor He said he was proud of how his son handled losing the 1994 governor's race to popular incumbent Democrat Lawton Chiles, and vaguely referred to dirty tricks in the campaign. &...
- Tue Dec 05, 2006 10:37 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: CONGRATULATIONS!!!
- Replies: 30
- Views: 11462
For Homeboy
Well Said
- Mon Dec 04, 2006 12:39 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: CONGRATULATIONS!!!
- Replies: 30
- Views: 11462
WRONG!
Joan Bennett DID NOT ask for a recount. Get your facts straight. What organization are you talking about? The CITIZENS voted for the candidates you are talking about.. So I guess it's all a conspiracy, right? Please step away from the computer and the keyboard and try to do something more meaningful...
- Fri Dec 01, 2006 2:22 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: New Restaurants in Town
- Replies: 0
- Views: 2843
New Restaurants in Town
If you haven't done so yet..treat yourself to Cafe Rosario's Pizza and Deli (the old Rooster's Building in Canyon Plaza) Delicious food! Reasonably priced for lunch/dinner. Enjoy a beer, latte, glass chianti. 9 table restaurant with some outdoor dining. I've eaten there three times. YUMMY each time....
- Thu Nov 09, 2006 7:50 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: CONGRATULATIONS!!!
- Replies: 30
- Views: 11462
KUDOS
While we await the final count and certification of the final results of the election I wanted to point out some WINNING Attitudes. They may have come up short in the final tally-but are clearly made of the "right stuff" -Cecil Shaver for his volunteer efforts on Measure G and for such a p...
- Mon Nov 06, 2006 11:03 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Court Ruling
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1666
Court Ruling
Court rules against AmCan candidate By Times-Herald staff Article Launched:11/01/2006 07:02:55 AM PST A federal judge on Tuesday denied mayoral candidate Paul Maguire's application for a restraining order against the city of American Canyon. The U.S. District Court in San Francisco turned down Magui...
- Fri Nov 03, 2006 9:22 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: 2006 Mayor & City Council Election (all related posts)
- Replies: 215
- Views: 175682
Campaign Rhetoric and Personal Attacks
I will be glad when the election is over. The nastiness and personal attacks has gotten really ugly. I feel bad for my participation while on this forum and in other venues. Politics does bring out the best and worst in some people. The sniping last night at the council inclusing petty finger pointi...
- Fri Nov 03, 2006 9:16 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Chamber of Commerce Newsletter Comments
- Replies: 11
- Views: 4238
Times Article
No he wasn't the fall guy for the Three Amigos. He was a person speaking the truth and giving his opinion. Using the Chamber newsletter was wrong.
Read about his resignation in his words in the Vallejo Times Herald.
Read about his resignation in his words in the Vallejo Times Herald.
- Sat Oct 28, 2006 6:33 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Measure G- School Bond
- Replies: 54
- Views: 19718
Measure G Facts
Contrary to what MCB says: The project list has already been identified and the bond has $$ and projects earmarked for each. True-the individual project must go out to bid as part of the process-but construction based on "future costs" were used in the budgeting costs were used. The likeli...
- Sat Oct 28, 2006 6:15 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Religion and Politics
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2056
Facts
1) there is nothing to disclose. The sitting council members checked with the city attorney BEFORE they got involved with their involvement and since neither will benefit financially there is nothing to disclose. Holy Family is the largest congegation in American Canyon and quite frankly, the most a...
- Mon Oct 16, 2006 5:27 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: 2006 Mayor & City Council Election (all related posts)
- Replies: 215
- Views: 175682
thanks
I do represent myself and only my opinion. I don't know how many times I have to write that.
"Sheeple" who are followers think "in-step" and assume individual thinkers, can't or shouldn't do so.
As I indicated-if you want Mr. Garcia's position or opinion-contact him directly.
"Sheeple" who are followers think "in-step" and assume individual thinkers, can't or shouldn't do so.
As I indicated-if you want Mr. Garcia's position or opinion-contact him directly.
- Sun Oct 15, 2006 8:21 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Give Us The Truth...
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2536
The Post..the Truth??
First I want to thank the Post for the three free lucnhes I won in bets that an issue would appear and would be written by "staff" and be riddled with half-truths. 1) All candidates were NOT contacted for Free advertising. 2) $1.2 Million was secured and negotiated by Mark Joseph. 3) Coffe...
- Fri Oct 13, 2006 8:34 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: 2006 Mayor & City Council Election (all related posts)
- Replies: 215
- Views: 175682
A new Low for one Candidate
Paul Maguire has a new recording going out indicating that the "three amigos'" want to get into office so they can get Mark Joseph back into office. Mr. Joseph has no intention or interest in the position. How do I know?? I picked up the phone and asked him. He's doing well with his consul...
- Fri Oct 13, 2006 9:43 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Today's Times Herald.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1934
AND
From watching the council meetings the position of Mayor is simply going to be an elected position-but the powers pretty much stay the same. The Mayor, since elected by the citizens can give HIS/HER own opinions opposed to "the councils' views"-as it has been. So there isn't anything nefar...
- Fri Oct 13, 2006 9:28 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Today's Times Herald.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1934
Three Amigos
MCB- using the "scare tactics" and insinuating a 'Rogue Council" is irresponsible. You forgot to emphasize the following parts of the article: "What we have in common is we're willing to work together in a positive manner and work in the best interest of the city," Callison ...
- Thu Oct 12, 2006 8:44 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Trader Joes
- Replies: 15
- Views: 5779
Canyon Corners
There will de a dental office (met them at a black party) an Asian Restaurant (met them at Measure G function) Bank Coffee Shop I believe another restaurant. It's an exciting time for AmCan. P.S. Applebees has examined NJ3 as a possible site-not certain what happened.I'll try to find out and post he...
- Wed Oct 11, 2006 12:32 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Trader Joes
- Replies: 15
- Views: 5779
Trader Joes
I used the details from the Napa Junction Demographics study to justify my case. We are in a desirable location with: a) enormous tourist traffic b) within a 20 mile radius we are close to Napa, Vallejo, Fairfield, Martinez and Benicia c) escalating per capita income levels d) Gateway to Napa Valley...
- Wed Oct 11, 2006 11:24 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Trader Joes
- Replies: 15
- Views: 5779
Trader Joes
We all have our specific ideas of what type stores we would frequent in town IF they were here. I would LOVE to have a Trader Joe's here in town.
If you think the same-click on the link and put your feedback.
http://www.traderjoes.com/location_requests_form.aspx
If you think the same-click on the link and put your feedback.
http://www.traderjoes.com/location_requests_form.aspx
- Wed Oct 11, 2006 10:57 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Measure G- School Bond
- Replies: 54
- Views: 19718
sigh!
MCB- If you want Mr. Garcia's opinion on something-ask him his phone # is on his election material. I know he supports Measure G because he's helped in the phone banks and has had Measure G at almost all his meet/greets. So I don't know what you are asking?? when I write as VIC RIV -it's ME giving M...
- Wed Oct 11, 2006 8:53 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Measure G- School Bond
- Replies: 54
- Views: 19718
Measure G
The High School Bond in November IS more important than ANY candidate during this election. Mr. West said it perfectly, and I have been borrowing his phrase "the single most important decision the Citizens of American Canyon have to vote on since incorporation". Yesterday, I attended an es...
- Mon Oct 09, 2006 8:21 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Measure G- School Bond
- Replies: 54
- Views: 19718
More Facts
from MCBiz I have a better suggestion. Why doesn't Leon Garcia who stated he was going to have a high school built during his term as city council member come up with a solution for paying for this high school without borrowing money on my tax dollars A videotape was played, on the record at the Nov...
- Mon Oct 09, 2006 7:20 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: ??? Need help
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2139
How about????
Anyone know how to reach:
Victoria Agardi or
Paul Tregoning?
Same interest????
Victoria Agardi or
Paul Tregoning?
Same interest????
- Mon Oct 09, 2006 5:13 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: ??? Need help
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2139
??? Need help
The Times Herald and AmCan Eagle are trying to locate someone named Miranda Bailey for a story they are doing?
Anyone know who she is or how to reach her?
I can't locate her and no one with that name owns a home in AmCan or Napa County. Help?!
(707) 647-1792 or vmr369@yahoo.com
Anyone know who she is or how to reach her?
I can't locate her and no one with that name owns a home in AmCan or Napa County. Help?!
(707) 647-1792 or vmr369@yahoo.com
- Mon Oct 09, 2006 11:23 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: One Million - GONE
- Replies: 19
- Views: 5908
The FACTS explained Once Again
I believe it is wrong to continue to blame our former city manager for some of these problems-he's been gone since January. 1) Cindy and Lori railroaded Barry Comraderie in as Planning Director AGAINST the recommendation of then City manager, Mark Joseph. There was another candidate who's qalificati...
- Sun Oct 08, 2006 12:57 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Measure G- School Bond
- Replies: 54
- Views: 19718
More Facts
ALL politicians should be adressing the School issue. So let's examine: One mayoral candidate wanted us to start our own school district with portables. No consideration for land and expense for admin offices-much less for new facilities. IF involving the entire county is an affordable solution as p...
- Fri Oct 06, 2006 10:54 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: 2006 Mayor & City Council Election (all related posts)
- Replies: 215
- Views: 175682
In Kansas
Don't blame anyone for seeing that the emperor has no clothes..(No VERY bad visual)..let's just say another member of :
American Canyon Citizens Against Delusional Leadership
Welcome!
American Canyon Citizens Against Delusional Leadership
Welcome!
- Fri Oct 06, 2006 10:20 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Measure G- School Bond
- Replies: 54
- Views: 19718
Facts
MCB, I do have the facts from the School Board directly and receive emails, phone calls and have participating in the strategy meeting her in AmCan and in Napa. There are two seperate campaigns 1) for American Canyon -I have all the lit if you want to see it and 2) Napa campaign. I also have the vol...
- Fri Oct 06, 2006 8:45 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Measure G- School Bond
- Replies: 54
- Views: 19718
School Bond
The much-needed high school is not a LEON problem. All the candidates should be working on a)getting this bond passed or b) finding another solution. MCBiz- for someone who minds the city's biz- are you not aware that we Need a high school. If your children can't use it-then what about the rest of t...
- Thu Oct 05, 2006 11:37 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: 2006 Mayor & City Council Election (all related posts)
- Replies: 215
- Views: 175682
Huh
Mel, I am not certain which "team" you are referencing. The only teams I back are the SF 49ers and the LA Dodgers. I am ONE person with ONE opinion, albeit, a strong one. Coffey repeatedly took credit as heading the group who is suing the City. So don't play semantics. And stay away from t...
- Thu Oct 05, 2006 9:03 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: The Gutter Paper
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2328
CLARIFICATION once again
Mr. Maguire, If you had done some thinking and research before typing-you would have undoubtedly found that the ONE article was written by the same person. Scott happens to write for both papers. So it wasn't "copied" as you indicate. Your claim about not contacting anyone before they wrot...
- Wed Oct 04, 2006 3:56 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Measure I Parks and Open Space
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3437
FOR MEASURE I
The American Canyon Parks and Community Services include Discussed this two weeks ago. Sonoma County formed and was able to obtain $6.235 MILLION in Grant Dollars for OpenSpace, River Access and development of Recreation Facilities between 1999 and 2005. That's over a Million dollars of funding per ...
- Wed Oct 04, 2006 3:42 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: The Gutter Paper
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2328
Poor Paul
The Echo reported that you sued the City over your election signs. How is that a shot? You DID sue and they reported it. The last issue (we saw) of the Post was all for you..that was ok for your "random" endorsements. Can you say "self-serving" (then) editor-in-chief. Your attitu...
- Wed Oct 04, 2006 2:21 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: The Chamber and thier endorsements
- Replies: 20
- Views: 6741
Brown Act
Brown Act doesn't apply. Ed West isn't on any City Commission, Group or Council at this time.
Ad far as "WE" is concerned-Paulette you seemed to have no problem when the two females on the council were joined at the hip.
Ad far as "WE" is concerned-Paulette you seemed to have no problem when the two females on the council were joined at the hip.
- Wed Oct 04, 2006 11:43 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: 2006 Mayor & City Council Election (all related posts)
- Replies: 215
- Views: 175682
My Opinion
American Canyon Citizens Against Delusional Leadership Along with each election cycle there are two givens 1) some candidates come out of the woodwork to gain election time exposure and 2) the facts on issues are stretched and bent to accommodate candidate agenda. I challenge each citizen in Americ...
- Thu Sep 28, 2006 12:53 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Election Signs
- Replies: 26
- Views: 12963
Eagle Article
Kerana was hired before the election because of her investigative background. That element was lacking from the Eagle. She decided, with the editor's approval, to investigate the backgrounds of the candidates. It wasn't meant to hurt anyone-but to inform. If they decide to 'investigate' all the cand...
- Tue Sep 26, 2006 10:00 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Election Signs
- Replies: 26
- Views: 12963
Thanks
RRRey-or as some of us have dubbed you "Mr. Negativity" Step away from the keyboard and please get out more. Apparently just reading about people outside of their homes enjoying what AmCan has to offer is just too much for you to bear. Being out in the sun with real, breathing people havin...
- Mon Sep 25, 2006 2:37 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Election Signs
- Replies: 26
- Views: 12963
Clarification
You can have as many signs as you want in your yard-as long as they don't exceed 64 sq feet.( the total of two 4x8 monster signs) These are the huge ones the size of a sheet of plywood. So technically, you can have 4 smaller signs-if the dimensions don't exceed 2x4 or the 64 sq ft total. So the resi...
- Mon Sep 25, 2006 1:06 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: 2006 Mayor & City Council Election (all related posts)
- Replies: 215
- Views: 175682
Sign Municipal Code
The Municipal code regarding signs can be found at: http://qcode.us/codes/americancanyon/ The council agreed no signs on public right of ways. No regulation on the # of signs, but total can't exceed 64 sq ft (the equivalent of two 4X8). No lights or neons. The violators signs will be removed by city...
- Mon Sep 25, 2006 10:52 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Jazz in the Park
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2519
Good time
There was a nice crowd on Sunday for the Jazz Concert at the Park. The musicians were great. I had to leave early but it was nice to see City Manager Rich Ramirez (all the way from Sacramento) City Council Member Ben Anderson and Wife Flora Vice Mayor Leon Garcia and wife, Eva and the dozens of othe...