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Get Down (town) Tra c was blocked on Main Street. I spied the blinking lights of a re truck and ambulance up near Penngrove Pub and Yanni’s Sausage. On foot to investigate, I was relieved to see Francesca and Yanni sitting outside their shop. Apparently a Penngrove Pub customer was lightheaded and woozy, so the barman called for help. The gent spurned the stretcher, walked
“We are very happy to award this gift to a very quali ed young man,” said Roland Mellor, president of Penngrove Social Firemen. The award was created in 2014 to honor the legacy of Mr. Bill King, former Petaluma High School agriculture teacher and PSF member.
out under his own steam and entered the ambulance for a check-up. “Better safe than sorry,” said the Pub owner.
Penngrove Social Firemen (PSF) mission is to build pride and lend strong support for the Penngrove community. Note: The big fundraiser BBQ and Parade is set for July 2nd.
Yanni and Francesca lled me in on other news. Across the street, R Squared Designs opened a hair salon in the former White Magick Alchemy spot
(which still has its online and Facebook presence). Valkyrie Tattoo does a brisk business. “Very talented artists are there,” said Yanni, “and he sends customers over for sausage if they have a long session. You don’t want to get tattooed while hungry.”
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Rebuilding Together A huge shout-out and thank you to Wedge Roo ng who replaced an $11,000 roof for a Rebuilding Together client, a disabled 79 year old woman with extremely low income. The most amazing part? They did it free of charge. This kind of corporate generosity says a lot about the integrity of a business.
drivers stopped on the railroad tracks waiting for the green light. Unfortunately, should a train approach the intersection at a high rate of speed
Village Network On Saturday, June 3, come learn about the nonpro t Village Network of Petaluma, empowering adults 50+ to continue living active and connected lives in our own homes as we age. This is an innovative, fun and a ordable solution to aging in community with the support of peers when you want it. Member bene ts include social activities, transportation
safety improvements to the Golf Course Drive intersection. The council gave direction to:
to appointments and shopping, home visits and phone check-ins if
requested, minor repairs, computer help, and more. The one hour Welcome meeting is at 11:00 am at 402 Petaluma Blvd. North (x Oak St.). Call 707- 776-6055 for more info, email info@VillageNetworkofPetaluma.org or visit villagenetworkofpetaluma.org. A special program covers the Latest Frauds and Scams in Petaluma on Monday, June 5, 10:00 -11:30 a.m., at the same address. (Please RSVP for this one).
• install medians on the east side of the tracks
• add signs restricting turns
• paint “keep clear” on the pavement
• coordinating of the timing of the lights to help clear the tracks • asking SMART to slow the train down through the intersection.
From Steam Punk to Speakeasy The Petaluma Museum Association invites you to the Annual Steampunk to Speakeasy gala at the Historic Hotel Petaluma on Saturday, June 17. Let’s face it, folks, between this event and the charming Rivertown Revival (coming July 22), let’s get those costume chops down! You can expect the best: The Stompy Jones Band, The Oyster Girls, canapes, fabulous hors d’oeuvres & cocktails, and an amazing auction. There will be prizes for the Best Steampunk & Prohibition Dress. Come to 2015 Kentucky St. in Petaluma (Corner of Kentucky and Washington St.) from 6:30 pm. Tickets are $60 Single or $100 Double. petalumamuseum.com/
Said city manager, Darrin Jenkins, “The City is also considering changing rates to better prepare for the next drought. A temporary surcharge in times of drought would provide funding to deliver water, and would go away when the drought ends. The City would structure the charge so that those of us who meet goals for reducing use would have lower overall water bills than with normal usage. For example, a 10% mandated reduction in water use could result in an 8% surcharge, saving the customer money overall”.
Petaluma High Senior Does Good Agriculture student Anthony Hawkins was named winner of the Bill
King Award, which recognizes students
who display aptitude for the trades.
The proposed increase for average users would be .08 per day or approximately $2.50 per month. If approved, our rates would still be among the lowest in the region.
trailer that he fabricated at the high school. He solicits welding projects from the community and does an excellent job designing and fabricating those projects.”
Hawkins competes in rough stock events in the California High School Rodeo. He hopes to pursue his rodeo and welding skills at Lassen College in Susanville, where he can become a certi ed welder and compete in College Rodeo.
With Hello Gorgeous salon already on that side of the street, just add in Fringe Beauty Salon and Penngrove Hair Company, also downtown, you’ve got to wonder how much hair can a town cut? Over at Mack’s Bar and Grill, you’d hardly guess there’s a tasty little restaurant inside. Jay Dawg’s has a popular weekend breakfast. A fans says “Hands down, the best biscuits and gravy I have ever had.” It is open 7 days for lunch and dinner. A recent menu featured Sexy Spring Chicken Salad, Not Your Mama’s Lasagna, and a Chicken Soup when we got a chilly May day.
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t our May 9th city council meeting we discussed quiet zones and increased safety at intersections through the city of Rohnert Park. One intersection that is very concerning is Golf Course Drive. Driving
through the intersection various times per day one easily sees multiple
there would be no place for cars to move to get o the tracks.
Understanding the overall need for quiet zones the council looked at possible
Even though we all supported a quiet zone for Rohnert Park this does not mean the whistle will always run silent. The engineer will still blow the whistle as they approach the station and should they sense any danger on the tracks.
With our water supply system over 50 years old the city is considering adjusting water rates to cover rehabilitation costs, such as replacing aging pipes. It is also important to search for undetected leaks which can ultimately undermine the integrity of our streets and roads.
Hawkins received a Millermatic® 211 MIG Welder, a useful tool to help him pursue a career in the hands-on trades (and valued at $1,200).
When asked about the increase of housing and water usage in Rohnert Park Jenkins replied, “I know that some residents question the availability of water to support the building of new homes. Nearly all new development must use recycled water for common areas such as parks and landscaping strips, and have water-e cient xtures, including showers, sinks, toilets, and washing machines. The City also requires shut-o valves for hoses, and limits the water available for landscaping”.
“Hawkins has completed or is enrolled in every class o ered in
the program,” said Jake Dunn, ag mechanics teacher. “He was the high seller in last year’s Sonoma County Fair Ag Mechanics Auction with a smoker
There will be a public hearing at our July 11th meeting to discuss the matter.
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CONGRATULATIONS Margot Godolphin, Faith Adam and Annie Rasmussen who werehonored by the Rohnert Park City Council for their many years of service. You will recognize them as the trio that assembled and helped hang
the works of art for both the Art and Photography show in the RP-Cotati free library. A new team headed by Creighton Bell and Simone Wilson, a husband and wefe team are now in charge of both shows in the Armando Flores room of the library.