Hello fellow Avilones. Once again summer is upon us, and will be accompanied by its usual influx in popularity. We can expect thousands and thousands of locals and tourists alike flocking to our shores to enjoy Avila’s family-friendly beaches, sunny coastal climate and abundant activities. And, I suspect, even a bump in the number of first time visitors who may have initially learned about Avila Beach by watching the recently concluded Amgen race on national television. Looking back at the Amgen Avila experience, I offer my congratulations to the many organizers and volunteers who helped deliver a smooth and professional event on an international stage. Perhaps it’s a shame, or some might argue a blessing, that less than half the number of anticipated spectators attended the Avila finish line venue. We may never know whether that was the byproduct of ample and continuous media-generated warnings about potential traffic and parking difficulties, or maybe there just aren’t as many bike racing enthusiasts in our county as was thought. Bottom line and consensus agreement is that Amgen was good for Avila, rewarding for a number of local businesses, and proved that county-wide planning, safety and emergency services personnel are up to the task of contributing to a trouble-free environment. Kudos to all involved!!!
It is with a great deal of joy that I introduce the three newest members of the Avila Beach Foundation’s Board of Trustees. These three gentlemen were officially elected at the conclusion of the Foundation’s board planning retreat, which took place on April 20th. We welcome Michael Faber, who first moved to Avila in the fall of 2009 while a member of the National Guard. He is presently the head of distribution for a regional gardening soil manufacturer. Mike says that “after two military deployments overseas and several relocations around the country, I am ready to stay put in the area and be part of the Avila Beach community.” Stephen Johnson’s real estate and personal injury law practice has been located near the beach at Front Street and San Miguel Street for the past six years, after 28 years in SLO. Steve and wife Liz raised their children on their fruit ranch in See Canyon. No stranger to local volunteering, Steve is a founding member of the See Canyon Watershed Group, and has served on the Avila Valley Advisory Council, the Avila Beach Business Association, and the Avila Beach Civic Association. Rounding out our new threesome is Rick Rowe, who along with wife Stephanie moved to Avila Beach in 2006. Rick has been an educator for the past 12 years, and currently teaches 6th grade at Taylor Elementary School in Santa Maria. Prior to that, he worked in Silicon Valley for various big name technology companies. Rick presently serves as Vice President of the Avila Beach Community Services District, and is a past member of the Avila Civic Association Board of Directors. I encourage you to visit the Foundation’s website – www.avilabeachfoundation.org - to learn more about all of our Trustees and the Foundation’s mission to enhance life in Avila Beach.
For those of you who follow or participate in the Central Coast Wine Classic, it’s almost that time of year again! Scheduled for July 11-14, this well-run and classy event will offer the usual variety of tastings and symposiums – culminating with the grand auction and luncheon at the Avila Beach Golf Resort. We have become quite accustomed to seeing CCWC founder Archie McLaren scurrying around Avila this time of year organizing the final touches of this event, now celebrating its 29th year. I guess Archie was about 10 years old when it all started – or maybe not. Not to be overlooked is that a portion of proceeds from the “Wine Classic” is shared with non-profit organizations in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties. Over the past nine years the event has conferred grants totaling $2,101,055 to 103 organizations involved with the healing, studio and performing arts. Thanks for the generosity, Archie!!! Visit - www.CENTRALCOASTWINECLASSIC.ORG. – for more information.
As part of my never-ending quest to keep you Avilones up to speed on local matters, I again urge you to visit a couple websites that contain information on a variety of issues, projects and developments of importance. Meeting minutes of the Avila Valley Advisory Council contain updates provided by County Planning officials, local law enforcement, fire and safety services, etc., and can be found by visiting www.AvilaValley.org each month to stay abreast of topics of interest. Port San Luis Harbor District has several projects in the pipeline that could significantly alter the landscape and areas of their responsibility, including the coastline, public and visitor services. You may find of particular interest the reports and visions for future traffic control and parking in and around Avila Beach and the Harford Pier. Visit www.portsanluis.com for details. While not a local matter, I would, as a convenience offering, like to inform you of a business new to SLO and only six miles from Avila. Recently my low tire pressure warning light came on, which I thought I had resolved by filling the tires with the prescribed amount of pressure. Three days later on again it came, clearly indicating a slow leak of some kind. Because of its close-by proximity, I “limped” into the new America’s Tire shop just off the Los Osos Valley Road exit, down the street from the Automobile Club. To my delight they removed the suspect tire, found the nail embedded, removed it, repaired the leak, checked the air on all other tires and sent me on my merry way. In and out in 20 minutes and it didn’t cost me a penny! These services and even tire rotation are provided free of charge at America’s Tire Shop, which is operated by a handful of friendly, young guys who seem to place customer service as a priority. Though this might sound like a commercial endorsement, it’s really just me sharing a positive and convenient experience for a service that cannot be found here in Avila Beach.
Have you seen the Promenade facelift I first mentioned a couple months ago? Well, it’s finally underway, and perhaps completed by the time you read this. The old, deteriorating fake boulders are being leveled, providing more pedestrian access and room for vendors at the Avila Farmers’ Market. Thanks go to SLO County Parks for finally rectifying what was becoming quite an eyesore. That’s about it for now fellow Avilones. See you at the beach!
It is with a great deal of joy that I introduce the three newest members of the Avila Beach Foundation’s Board of Trustees. These three gentlemen were officially elected at the conclusion of the Foundation’s board planning retreat, which took place on April 20th. We welcome Michael Faber, who first moved to Avila in the fall of 2009 while a member of the National Guard. He is presently the head of distribution for a regional gardening soil manufacturer. Mike says that “after two military deployments overseas and several relocations around the country, I am ready to stay put in the area and be part of the Avila Beach community.” Stephen Johnson’s real estate and personal injury law practice has been located near the beach at Front Street and San Miguel Street for the past six years, after 28 years in SLO. Steve and wife Liz raised their children on their fruit ranch in See Canyon. No stranger to local volunteering, Steve is a founding member of the See Canyon Watershed Group, and has served on the Avila Valley Advisory Council, the Avila Beach Business Association, and the Avila Beach Civic Association. Rounding out our new threesome is Rick Rowe, who along with wife Stephanie moved to Avila Beach in 2006. Rick has been an educator for the past 12 years, and currently teaches 6th grade at Taylor Elementary School in Santa Maria. Prior to that, he worked in Silicon Valley for various big name technology companies. Rick presently serves as Vice President of the Avila Beach Community Services District, and is a past member of the Avila Civic Association Board of Directors. I encourage you to visit the Foundation’s website – www.avilabeachfoundation.org - to learn more about all of our Trustees and the Foundation’s mission to enhance life in Avila Beach.
For those of you who follow or participate in the Central Coast Wine Classic, it’s almost that time of year again! Scheduled for July 11-14, this well-run and classy event will offer the usual variety of tastings and symposiums – culminating with the grand auction and luncheon at the Avila Beach Golf Resort. We have become quite accustomed to seeing CCWC founder Archie McLaren scurrying around Avila this time of year organizing the final touches of this event, now celebrating its 29th year. I guess Archie was about 10 years old when it all started – or maybe not. Not to be overlooked is that a portion of proceeds from the “Wine Classic” is shared with non-profit organizations in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties. Over the past nine years the event has conferred grants totaling $2,101,055 to 103 organizations involved with the healing, studio and performing arts. Thanks for the generosity, Archie!!! Visit - www.CENTRALCOASTWINECLASSIC.ORG. – for more information.
As part of my never-ending quest to keep you Avilones up to speed on local matters, I again urge you to visit a couple websites that contain information on a variety of issues, projects and developments of importance. Meeting minutes of the Avila Valley Advisory Council contain updates provided by County Planning officials, local law enforcement, fire and safety services, etc., and can be found by visiting www.AvilaValley.org each month to stay abreast of topics of interest. Port San Luis Harbor District has several projects in the pipeline that could significantly alter the landscape and areas of their responsibility, including the coastline, public and visitor services. You may find of particular interest the reports and visions for future traffic control and parking in and around Avila Beach and the Harford Pier. Visit www.portsanluis.com for details. While not a local matter, I would, as a convenience offering, like to inform you of a business new to SLO and only six miles from Avila. Recently my low tire pressure warning light came on, which I thought I had resolved by filling the tires with the prescribed amount of pressure. Three days later on again it came, clearly indicating a slow leak of some kind. Because of its close-by proximity, I “limped” into the new America’s Tire shop just off the Los Osos Valley Road exit, down the street from the Automobile Club. To my delight they removed the suspect tire, found the nail embedded, removed it, repaired the leak, checked the air on all other tires and sent me on my merry way. In and out in 20 minutes and it didn’t cost me a penny! These services and even tire rotation are provided free of charge at America’s Tire Shop, which is operated by a handful of friendly, young guys who seem to place customer service as a priority. Though this might sound like a commercial endorsement, it’s really just me sharing a positive and convenient experience for a service that cannot be found here in Avila Beach.
Have you seen the Promenade facelift I first mentioned a couple months ago? Well, it’s finally underway, and perhaps completed by the time you read this. The old, deteriorating fake boulders are being leveled, providing more pedestrian access and room for vendors at the Avila Farmers’ Market. Thanks go to SLO County Parks for finally rectifying what was becoming quite an eyesore. That’s about it for now fellow Avilones. See you at the beach!
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