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THE PILOTVolume 40 Number 1 Redwood Shores Communi ty Associat ion January 2010
AND HERE ARE THEWINNERS!!!
The Grand Prize$75 Trader Joes Gift CardsBest Single Family Home
532 Cringle DriveBest Condo/Townhome
23 Admiralty
Honorable Mention$25 Trader Joes Gift Cards
552 Dory Lane
602 Harbor Colony
350 Turkshead
548 Seastorm
609 Seabrook
469 Barkentine
355 Quay
701 Freeport
632 Dory
355 Quay (Best Tree)
Santa Comes To The Shores Page 18
Christmas Lights andNew Years Notes
Christmas LightsI recently helped to judge RSCAsannual Light Up the Shores
Christmas Lights competition. This
involved the pleasant task of touring
the Shores with other RSCA Board
members and reviewing the efforts of
fellow Shores residents to brighten up
their neighborhoods during this coldest,darkest time of year. The results were impressive - you can see
pictures of some outstanding displays and the addresses of the
winners in this Pilotand at RSCA.ORG. It was difficult, but we
picked two winners and named a number of honorable mentions torecognize those who went the extra mile in decorating their homes.
(Continued on page 18)
23 Admiralty Drive
532 Cringle
552 Dory
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REDWOOD SHORES
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION270 R edw ood Shores Parkw ay, PMB #205
Redwo od S ho res , CA 9 40 65 - 11 73redwoodshoresca.org
2009 BoardPRESIDENT
Doug Crisman.... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... [email protected]
VICE PRESIDENT
Harris Rogers... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... [email protected]
SECRETARY
Jim Cvengros..... ...... ..... ...... ..... ..... ...... [email protected]
TREASURER
Lynn Adams.... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... [email protected]
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Michael Whatmore.... .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. [email protected]
BOARD MEMBERS
The Board of Directors meets promptly at 6:30 PM,
the third Thursday of each month at
The Redwood Shores Library
DEADLINES DEADLINES!!!
The deadline for the February Issue of the
Pilotis January 11th to the 18th
THE PILOT
531 Shoal Circle, Redwood City, CA 94065
Editor, Carol Mertens ...... ...... ..... ...... ..... ...... ..595-1595
Advertising, Carol Mertens ...... ..... ..... ...... ..... .595-1595
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Shores Press ................................................593-2802
Design & Review Board Inquiries:
Doug Crisman [email protected] Ford [email protected]
Sue Nix [email protected]
For CC&R Copies, Carol Ford - [email protected]
THE PILOTis a monthly publication of the
Redwood Shores Community Association (RSCA).
Circulation: 6,000 Redwood Shores Households & Businesses
The opinions published in the Pilotare those of the authors
and not the expressions of RSCA unless so officially designated.
Lynn Adams
Michelle Atno-Hall
Nina BoireDoug Crisman
Jim Cvengros
Pat Dixon
Merrill Emerick
Carol Ford
Celli Frost
Pete HughesMark Jamison
Don Long
Carol Mertens
Sue Nix
Theresa Pineda
Harris Rogers
Robert SchmidtClemencia Rodriquez
Michael Whatmore
Bonnie Wolf
Andrew Young
Stop Sign Page 3
Levee Update Page 4
New Shores School Page 8
Preserve at Redwood S hores Page 12
Maintenance Boat Ramp Page 14
School District Bond Measure Page 13
Join RSCA Page 15
How To Sell Your Home Quickly Page 20Library Events, Year Of The Tiger P age 22
On My Soapbox Page 23
Santa Comes To The Shores Page 24
On My Soapbox Page 25
Childrens Asthma Page 26
Food, Wine Page 28
January Senior Activities, Page 29
Students, RAFT Page 29
Quotes by Martin Luther King Page 30
Table of Contents
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STOP SIGNS VS NO MORE STOP SIGNS!!!A few years ago, Redwood City used the line that cars and
bikes dont mix and paved over a path that goes around the
Shores. This path was a multi-use path with a sole purpose to
keep the cyclists away from the cars.
Unfortunately, many cyclists have refused to use this and prefer
to often ride in tandem, which block cars that are driving along
Redwood Shores Parkway. They are too close to the cars and thisis an accident waiting to happen
Redwood City decided to crowd the car lanes by making them
closer together with no room for anyone to be reckless or
inattentive. However, I have personally seen more inattentive-
ness, with cars coming into my lane while they have no idea that
they are doing so. Not a good thing, for another car, and espe-
cially for a cyclist. The few public votes that were considered for
the narrower lanes, were from cyclists that DONT even live in
Redwood Shores, or even Redwood City. I attended those
meetings and the Engineering Department would not even con-
sider the inherent hazards.
Along Redwood Shores Parkway, between Shell Parkway and
Hwy 101, there are already too many stop signs and lights. This
is approximately 1 miles, yet it has 3 stop signs and 4 traffic
lights. This is a Parkway, not a lane, but the City wishes to
make this road a drivers nightmare. Since the lights are not syn-
chronized, one must usually stop for each sign and light, which
causes traffic to back up and the additional road rage that goes
along with this. I see many people speed up in the hopes of get-
ting through the next light. And, this causes red light runners,
which is another threat. In addition, I witness on a daily basis,
cars that dont stop or barely stop at stop signs.
Instead of creating a safer street by implementing the signs and
lights, Redwood City has created a huge hazard. Studies in
Europe have proven that if a driver has to use their senses to
maneuver a tricky driving area, it is much safer than if they put in
stop signs and other impediments. Drivers, cyclists and pedestri-
ans overly rely on a stop sign or a light for their safety. I have
seen people even dare a car to hit them by walking directly into
traffic, expecting the car to stop for them. And, most cyclists go
through stop signs.
Stop signs do not save lives. They create inattentiveness, waste
gas, increase traffic and pollution and cause more wear and tear
on your brakes. If Redwood Shores Parkway were not alreadyoverloaded with signs and lights, I would agree that a stop sign
might be necessary at Cringle. But, we do not need another sign
for this short stretch of roadway. Everyone needs to take respon-
sibility for their own driving, cycling and walking behavior.
LOOK FIRSTDont get a false sense of safety just because
there is a cross walk or a stop sign. If you dont pay attention,
dont expect the other person to.
PLEASE, NO MORE STOP SIGNS!!!!!!!!
Linda Drummy, A Redwood Shores Resident Since 1985.
Regarding stop signs in RWS. I would like one at the corner of
Davit Lane and Marlin. When cars are parked on the east side of
Marlin it is difficult to see cars coming before making a left turn
into Marlin from the stop sign on Davit. And the cars are going
more than the 25mile limit! Maybe you can mention a stop sign
there and get feed back. I also concur about the desirability of a
stop sign a Cringle/RWS Parkway. I never cross there because of
the fast traffic., flashing yellow light or not.
Regarding the comments about dogs off-leach on the dikes and the
risk of fines if seen by a police officer or wildlife officer, I have
yet to see either one of them ever during my 28 years here, the
last few years walking the dikes almost daily! At least 25-30%
of all dogs being walked are off-leash!!
I am encouraged by the promise of less geese droppings in our
public areas andplaygrounds as well as sidewalks/paths. It is long
overdue.
Happy holidays...A RWS resident
Dear Editor
I read with interest the article regarding RSCAs desire to put a
stop sign at Cringle, despite feedback from City Engineers that it
was not warranted, and the follow up letters from various
residents of Cringle. Mr. McGowan had it right when he said that
the majority of residents never have to turn left onto RWS
Parkway, and therefore the majority do not want to have a stop
sign. I actually deliberately chose not to live on the south side
of RWS Pkwy when I moved here many years ago as I had no
desire to make a daily left turn across the wide thoroughfare, and,
no, I do not want a stop sign there today.
Stop signs and speed bumps to bottle people up in Redwood
Shores is not a solution. RWS Pkwy is not a two-lane road
(it is astonishing the people that persist in walking and pushing
baby strollers ON the road) and RWS is not a quiet backwater
neighborhoodof a few streets. There are many residents andbusi-
nesses in this community and they have a legitimate need to get
in and out of the Shores in a timely fashion.
I believe that a traffic LIGHT would be a better choice. A stop
sign gives equal priority to RWS Pkwy and Cringle, which is
clearly inappropriate. 90% of the time, there is no traffic at
Cringle. A traffic light could be set to remain green for RWSPkwy unless there was a pedestrian or a car at Cringle. I would
suggest changing the 4 way stop at RWS Pkwy and Bridge to a
traffic light as well. There are so many lanes of traffic there that
it is difficult to assess whose turn is next.
Finally, Id like to say that it is inappropriate for the RSCA/Pilot
to espouse a solution (stop sign) which is opposed by the major-
i ty of residents at a 4:1 ratio. RSCA is supposed to be a com-
munity association but you are not representing the communitys
wishes.
Sincerely, Karen Brodersen, Redwood Shores Homeowner.
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DREDGING TO CONTINUEDuring the last week of December, and continuing through mid-
January, the contractor has been dredging the lagoons around
Shorebird Island. In January, the contractor will complete remain-
ing areas portions of the lagoon near Area H, but south of
Marine Parkway (Zones 8 and 9). By January 31, the
contractor should be done, and cleanup/demobilization of
equipment will take place.
And as a reminder, the work hours will be 7:30am-4:00pm, week-
days only. Boaters need to be very aware of the floating pipeline
which will be well -marked. While its in place, it will not be
possible for boats to cross over the pipeline, as it will be only
partially submerged. This may be a particular issue for residents
living on parts of Shorebird Island, and along the northern side of
the main lagoon, during the period while the Shorebird Island area
is being dredged. Once Shorebird Island lagoon is dredged, the
pipeline will be removed and boats will have access. The
contractor will have floating buoys and markers attached to the
pipeline to clearly indicate its location.
The Citys contractor is standing ready to mobilize for the
Redwood Shores Levee Improvement Project at the time of
the writing of this update (December 16). Were making a
great effort to secure the necessary permits to allow this proj-ect to get underway, and we do expect the contractor to start
work soon. The first segments of levees to receive improve-
ment are those fronting the Bay. Work will then move to
the levee along Steinberger Slough, as well as the levee near
the Redwood Shores Branch Library.
On Monday December 14, the City Council awarded the con-
tract for the levee work near the San Carlos Airport. City staff
is working on getting the contract documents finalized and
expect that construction activities will start at the end of
December or early January.
Although we will do our best to minimize inconvenience to
residents, there will be unavoidable construction noise, trucks,
and heavy equipment in operation. The contractor will take
appropriate security and safety measures at the work locations,
and its very important that residents and motorists exercise
caution when in the vicinity of this work. We will attempt
to keep residents informed through the use of road side mes-
sage boards placed strategically along Redwood Shores
Parkway and Marine Parkway.
UPDATE ON REDWOOD SHORES LEVEE IMPROVEMENTSThe City apologizes for any inconvenience during this workand asks for your cooperation andyour patience as we complete
improvements to the levees. Information about the necessity
for levee improvements and the related FEMA flood map issueis available online at www.redwoodcity.org/levee.
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Update On New Shores Elementary SchoolOn Friday, December 4, 2009, all seven members of the Measure
C School Bond Oversight Committee visited the new school con-
struction site in Redwood Shores. We were accompanied bymembers of the New Shores School Advisory Committee, school
district staff, Sandpiper Elementary School principal, and con-
struction team representatives from Blach Construction and
Meehleis Modular. Interiors now include carpeting, built-in stor-
age, counters, and lighting. The school is beautiful inside andout!
We toured: Building A containing administration and 6 class-
rooms; Building B with library and learning center; Building Cs
6 classrooms; Building C1s science/music room, small kitchen,
and multi-purpose room; and, Buildings D and E with 2 kinder-
garten classrooms each and a smaller playground between them.
We also saw the pad for Building F which will be 2 self-contained
before/after school classrooms. The multi-purpose room is espe-
cially impressive windows on three sides, as large as the multi-purpose room at Sandpiper Community Center, without a stage.
Playgrounds, outdoor eating areas, and walkways are partially
complete. School construction and landscaping will be finished
by Spring 2010 as the cooperative effort of the construction team
continues.
The name of the new school was announced at the Belmont
Redwood Shores School District Board of Trustees meeting on
Thursday, December 10th. Sixty-two names were submitted by
local citizens and school children. The name Redwood Shores
Elementary School was chosen because it:
Recognizes the hard work and generosity of Redwood Shores
residents who made this school possible;
Is a point of community pride;
Recognizes the communitys commitment to fund the con-
struction and acquisition of the new school;
Communicates the strength of a community working together
Is easily identifiable and unique; and,
Allows flexibility for the school mascot.
The extended day care program provider will be announced by the
school Board in January, 2010. The next meeting of the Measure
C Bond Oversight Committee meeting is:
Tuesday, January 19, 2010, at 6:30 pm at the San Mateo County
Office of Education, 101 Twin Dolphin Drive, Redwood Shores
Members of the community are welcome!
Submitted by Lee Fernandez (Vice Chair) and Carole Wong
(Chair), Measure C Bond Oversight Committee, pictured above
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Summer CampFull and part time summer camp spaces
available beginning June18th. Open to
Incoming Kindergarten age through
5th Grade. Exciting themes &
fun activities!
Pre-Kindergarten
& Jr-kindergartenCCLC Sandpiper has a
Pre-Kindergarten and Jr-Kindergarten
program where the children areprovided with an age appropriate
curriculum designed to help their social,
emotional, cognitive, and motor devel-
opment. They will learn a lot and have
fun doing it!
CCLC SandpiperAleda Winget
(650) [email protected]
Nesbit-Kindergarten FamiliesCCLC Sandpiper has a daily
transportation program that picks up
the kinders from Nesbit and transports
them to CCLC at Sandpiper in
Redwood Shores. It has been an incred-
ible success! Families love it.
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Buying or selling your home?
Call Mary today!
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A Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year to all!
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At its regular meeting on December 10, 2010, the Board of
Trustees of the Belmont-Redwood Shores School District began
to consider placing a general obligation bond measure on a future
ballot i.e., a Proposition 39 bond measure for the November 2,
2010, election.
In a memo to the Board (dated December 10, 2010), Dr. Orta-
Camilleri (Superintendent) described some of the districts facili-
ties needs as including: a new roof at Ralston Middle School;
modernization at several schools sites (improved lighting system,
updating plumbing, additional parking, floor replacement due to
moisture damage, prevent flooding in certain areas, etc.); technol-
ogy updates and equipment renewal; artificial turf; seismic
upgrades; and increased classroom space. The Superintendent
also reported that there is an added possibility for the district toapply for an additional $18 million in matching from the state but
in order for us to apply for these funds, we need to have local
matching funds which could come from a local bond measure.
Superintendent Orta-Camilleri reported that although we have
tried to address our facilities needs by completing minor repairs
and maximizing classroom space, we have now exhausted our
classroom space and many of our current buildings are in need of
repair or modernization. If successful, based on the distribution
of Assessed Property Values in the District, about half of the bond
proceeds would come from Redwood Shores.
School District Studies Another Bond MeasureThe Board began its study session with a general overview regard-
ing a bond measure. Presenters included: a pollster from Godbe
Research; a public relations consultant from TBWB Strategies; a
financial advisor from California Financial Services; and, legal
counsel from Stradling, Yocca, Carlson & Rauth.
At the conclusion of the study session, the Board unanimously
voted to authorize district staff to begin the process of establish-
ing the specific facility needs that might be funded with a bond by
undertaking a Facility Master Planning Process and initiate the
process of preparing a community opinion survey to establish the
probable level of community support for a new bond measure
based on projects identified in the Facility Master Planning
process.
The project timetable describes key activities in 2010 including:
a voter survey in January/February; finalizing bond project lists
and Facility Master Plan by March/April; adopting Board resolu-
tion calling for bond election by late July or early August; and,
campaigning from August to the November election. A copy of
the detailed timetable for the Proposition 39 Bond Election can be
found at the districts website: (http://belmont.csbaagendaon-
l i n e . n e t / c g i - b i n / W e b O b j e c t s / b e l m o n t -
eAgenda.woa/wo/2.0.7.1.3.0.1.7.2.0.40.13.0.19.3.0.3.2.13.1.1.
0.0.3.1).
Happy New Year Trails, Redwood Shores!
Time ter Cowboy/Cowgirl it UP!Time to get back in the saddle andexpect the best! Time to remember
that Redwood Shores is a goldmine.Hold on, hang in, and remember I
said so, again! First time buyerscredit is set to expire in April, andwe expect the market might heat up
in advance of it, as it might not havean extension. But its been a curvy
road out there! So take the road youknow, with a realtor whos been on
that trail before, who who shootsstraight, and knows zactly how tersuccessfully sell a property in the
good ole Wild West!
So call yer neighberly
Real Estate Pardner,KT. Eckardt
(with her daughter, Jennie)
(650) 302-1080Shell tek good keer o ya!
DRE 00912535
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BE AWARE OF NEW BAYAREA WIDE WOOD SMOKERESTRICTIONS
The Winter Spare the Air season runsfrom November 1, 2009, through
February 28, 2010. During this period,
it will be illegal to burn wood, pellets,
or manufactured fire logs when a Winter
Spare the Air Alert is issued. In the wintertime, fine par
ticulate matter (PM2.5) becomes the pollutant with the
greatest impact on air quality. Fine particulates canbypass the bodys natural defenses, penetrating deeply
into the lungs and even passing into the bloodstream.
Prolonged exposure to the fine particulates in wood
smoke has been linked with aggravated asthma, lung and
heart disease, and increased mortality rates. Wood burningin fireplaces and woodstoves creates about one-third ofthe winter particulate matter air pollution in the Bay
Area.
When our morning forecast predicts that concentrations
of PM2.5 will exceed the national health-based standard
the Air District will issue a Winter Spare the Air Alert.
Winter Spare the Air Alerts will be announced in the
local media and posted on the Spare the Air and
www.baaqmd.gov websites. They will also be recorded
at 1-877-4NO-BURN (1-877-466-2876), and at1-800-HELP-AIR (1-800-435-7247). Residents and business-
es can report wood smoke concerns in their area by complet-
ing the online wood burning complaint form or calling thewood burning complaint line: 1-877-4NO-BURN
(1-877-466-2876). The Spare the Air Program was established
by the Bay Area Air Quality Management District to educate
people about air pollution and to encourage them to change
their behavior to improve air quality.
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Whats HappeningIn Redwood City
INFORMATION MEETINGSCHEDULED FOR PROPOSED
MAINTENANCE BOAT RAMP ATTHE END OF DAVIT LANE
Redwood City is proposing to build a small concrete boat ramp
at the end of Davit Lane, at the far end of Shannon Park. This
ramp will be for City use only, in order to provide access for a
small barge that cuts and collects widgeon weed for lagoonmaintenance, as well as access for debris removal and for small
craft for water testing. Currently, because there is no viable boat
access to the lagoon east of Shell Boulevard, very little mainte-
nance takes place in that area. Consequently, the widgeon grass
is rampant, and water quality is poor. This access ramp will
allow for regular maintenance in that part of the lagoon, and will
improve water quality and appearance. The ramp will be fencedwith the same style of fencing that is currently in place along
the shoreline, and will be accessed through a locked gate.
In order to provide interested members of the Redwood Shores
community with full information about the Citys selection
of this particular site for a maintenance access boat ramp, theRedwood Shores Community Association is hosting a com-
munity information meeting. At this meeting, the City will
present an overview of the research into possible locations
the rationale for selection of this site, and the precise elements
of the ramp and maintenance activities. Staff will also be
prepared to answer questions or concerns that any resident may
have about this proposal.
The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 26th at 7 pm
in the Community Room of the Redwood Shores Library,
949 Marine Parkway.
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Dear Shores Neighbor January, 2010Your Redwood Shores Community Association celebrates its 40th year this year.
Since 1970, we have seen Redwood Shores grow from a small collection of houses,
a few businesses, and no schools, to the thriving beautiful community - soon to
have two schools - we enjoy today. In our 40 years RSCA has worked to make
Redwood Shores an even better place to live and work. To support our efforts andyour community, please renew your membership for 2010. If you have not been a
member in the past, join RSCA now as we celebrate our 40th Anniversary in 2010!
Our many year-round activities are made possible by your support and the larger our
membership the more effective we can be as advocates for Redwood Shores. For
more than 18 months, RSCA has been THE voice of the Shores in pushing
Redwood City to resolve our levee emergency, and the City has responded by devel-
oping a plan to improve and have our levees certified by FEMA in advance of the
certification deadline in September 2010. RSCA will stay on top of this issue for the duration of the project and will keep
you up to date in our monthly publication, The Pilot, and on our web site at www.rsca.org
Written by Doug Crisman, RSCA President.
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The displays ranged from the traditional (thousands of white
lights and winter wonderland themes), to the whimsical (huge,illuminated inflatable snow men and penguins in the front
yard), to technically impressive (a 30 foot tall Christmas tree
and a yard full of lighted displays blinking in time with songs
broadcast by radio) and just plain awesome (a towering, light-
ed tree shining out over the water for all to see from Marine
Parkway and beyond). At two of the homes, the proud home-
owners were dressed like Santa and were handing out candy
canes. Thats attention to detail!
Id also like to laud the residents of Davit Lane between
Cringle and Marlin, nearly all of whom put up lights, andmany of whom did such a spectacular job that three properties
there received honorable mentions. This is a great example of
what neighbors can accomplish when they work together
towards a common goal.
Of course, its not just the winners who deserve our
appreciation. We were happy to see scores of decorated homes
throughout the Shores, and the RSCA Board wants to thank
every one of those residents for Lighting Up the Shores.
Please join them next year.
PRESIDENTS MESSAGE - CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1New Years Notes
Id like to call your attention to some Shores events and issuesof interest in the New Year. Number one is our levees. The
city is working to upgrade the levees that ring the Shores and
we will post status updates on the project at RSCA.ORG. As
you are probably aware, if the levees arent certified by fall
2010 Redwood Shores will be declared a flood zone, which
will hurt property values. This is an issue to pay attention to
and we will continue to do just that on your behalf.
On a happier note, our new elementary school, officially
named Redwood Shores Elementary School, will welcome
its first group of students in September 2010. I recently toured
the school with other community members and was
impressed. We can all be proud of the accomplishment of
building this school, which will provide a great learning envi-
ronment for our kids and be an asset to all of Redwood Shores
Finally, plan on attending RSCAs annual meeting, which will
be on February 10, 2010 at the Redwood Shores Branch
Library. Weve planned a full agenda with reports from City
and School representatives on these and other important
issues.
Submitted from Doug Crisman, RSCA President
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ROCKY DHALIWAL, D.M.D.
Family, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry
278 Redwood Shores Parkway
(Next to the Nob Hill Market)
Redwood Shores
. SENSITIVE TEETHSensitive teeth hurt with exposure to cold air, hot or cold food and beverages and sweets.
Sometimes it stops people from properly brushing and flossing their teeth. This can lead to more
sensitivity, decay, infection and even tooth and bone loss. Teeth are often sensitive because the
dentin layer of the tooth has become exposed. The dentin is the middle layer of the tooth. Above
the gums, the dentin layer is normally covered by an outer layer, called the enamel, and, on the roots, cementum. Dentin contains
millions of tiny tubes that extend from the nerves at the center of the tooth to the outer layer. When the dentin is exposed, these tubes
are left open. Any stimulation at the surface of the dentin is transmitted through the tubes to the nerves, causing pain. The dentin is
usually exposed in two ways: Abfraction and Worn-away enamel. Abfraction occurs when one tooth hits sooner than the rest. This
causes undue stress on the involved teeth, and they begin to flex. Over time, this continual flexing causes the enamel to separate from
the dentin layer. Many habits can wear away tooth enamel, such as brushing too hard, using a medium or hard bristled toothbrush,
using an abrasive tartar-control or whitening toothpaste, and grinding or clenching your teeth. Some dental procedures may tem-
porarily expose the dentin, leading to short-term sensitivity.
Treating Sensitive Teeth - To determine the cause of your tooth pain, well first make sure that the pain isnt caused by decay, a bro-ken tooth or abscess. Then well continue the exam to find out how the dentin has become exposed. If the problem is abfraction,
we may adjust your bite, restore the damage by bonding a filling in place, or crown the tooth. If the problem is a worn-away enam-
el layer, we may. Remove plaque and bacteria. Present a plan for improved brushing techniques. Treat the area with fluoride. Apply
a protective filling or bonding agent if the problem is abfraction, We may adjust your bite. Restore the damage by bonding a filling
in place. Crown the tooth examining for sensitive teeth. Proper homecare is essential in taking care of sensitive teeth. We may
recommend that you avoid high-acid and high-sugar foods, like tea, citrus, soda pop, and sports drinks, use a desensitizing toothpaste
or mouthwash, use a soft-bristled toothbrush or electric toothbrush, or wear a nightguard if you clench or grind your teeth.
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SELLING YOUR HOMEQUICKLY
In this current sluggish real estatemarket, sellers are wondering whether itis necessary to bother staging their homeprior to putting it on the market.Actually, staging is a very affordableway to increase the competitive advan-tage of the home to attract top priceoffers. Staging a home will make itappeal to the broadest market segmentthereby assuring a quicker sale. Sincevery few buyers are able to visualize thefull potential of a property, staging cantransform an ordinary house into adesirable home. Some buyers in the$1million dollars plus bracket refuse tolook at a property unless it is staged
They know that is the only way to seethe full potential of the property.
Staging uses space planning, color selec-tion and rental furniture to play up thearchitectural features of the house to
make it more appealing to a greater number of buyers.Many homeowners have furniture that is too large forthe room, which makes the space seem smaller.Sometimes the condition and quality of the homeown-ers furnishings are incompatible with the high askingprice of the home. In these cases, staging the home with
rented furniture and accessories increases the perceivedvalue of the home, and the buyer is more likely to offerthe full asking price. The stagers skill with props canalso make your home more unique than its competition.
Staging is particularly valuable when the house isvacant. Rental furniture can project the lifestyle of theprospective buyers into the home. Now the buyers canimagine themselves enjoying that lifestyle when theybuy that particular home. Giving the buyers an emotion-al attachment to the property makes them more excitedand motivated to make the offer. Many vacant homes
that have languished on the market for several monthsare sold within a few days after they are staged.
Staging in any market condition eliminates the buyerobjections, increases the number of offers and increasesthe price of the offers.
Written by Jean Cary of Jean Cary Interiors:
650-593-9622
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Now Monday through Friday
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Happy HourFeaturing cocktails, wine & apps for$4, $5 & $6
4 pm to 6 pm everyweekday.
More details available on the special events tab at mistraldining.com
370 Bridge Pkwy., Redwood Shores650.802.9222
Happy Hour specials are available in the bar and cocktail areas only
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A Photographic Round Robinby the Foothill Photo ClubThrough April 2010The Round Robin Project is a unique photographic collabora-
tion of 22 photographers from the Foothill Photo Club. The
project creates an interrelated line of images. Come anddiscover the thread of the story.
Hindi StorytimeSaturday January 9 @ 11:00 AM
Join us for stories told in Hindi.Family Program with Happy Birds
Saturday January 16 @ 11:00 AM
Watch parrots ride bikes, answer phones,sing, and more!
Horizons Deli Caf is now open at theRedwood Shores Branch Library!Stop by during your visit to the library.Caf hours are Monday - Thursday, 8:00am-
8:00pm Saturday - Sunday, 10:00am-5:00pm
Meeting Space Available at the RedwoodShores Branch Library.Visit http://rcpl.info/ebranch/locations.htmlFor volunteer opportunities at the RedwoodShores Branch Library, pleasecall 650-780-5740 for information.
Chinese StorytimeSaturday January 23 @ 11:00 AM
Join us for stories told in Chinese.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) StorytimeSaturday January 23 @ 11:00 AM
Stories are so much fun in two languages!
Paws for TalesSaturday January 2 @ 11:00 AM
Dogs love to hear stories! Come read to a
specially trained dog.
StorytimesTuesdays @ 7:00 pm
Bedtime Stories Ages 3-8
Thursdays @ 10:00 am
Russian Storytime
Thursdays @ 10:30 amPreschool Stories Ages 3-5
Thursdays @ 11:30 am
Tiny Tales Ages 0-18 mos.
Second Saturdays @ 11:00 am
Hindi Storytime
Fourth Saturdays @ 11:00 am
Chinese Storytime
Fourth Saturdays @ 11:30 am
Bilingual (Spanish/English)
THE YEAR OF THE TIGERWhen: Chinese Year 4708, February 14, 2010.Its the year of the Tiger, a Yang (negative) year.
The date of Chinese New Years changes every
year. It is a 15 day celebration beginning on the
first day of the new moon, and ends on the full
moon. The Sign of the Tiger is courageous,
active, and self-assured. Optimistic, passionate
and independent. Rebellious, dynamic, andunpredictable. Quick tempered but considerate.
The Tiger is a natural born leader and symbolizes
power, passion and daring are just a few of their
qualities.
Did Ya Know
It isnt the number of peopleworking in a business that make it
successful, its the numberworking.
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RSCAs Santa Makes Its DebutAt The Redwood Shores Library
Many thanks to Lynn Adams for all of her
work in putting the event together this
year, and everyone from the RSCA Board
who came to help. RWC Councilman
Jeff Gee attended and most of all
Thanks to all of you who attended.
RSCA Board Members & Helpers
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Here it is another New Year. Where has the time gone. I do
hope you all had the type of Holiday you wanted and were able
to enjoy it. On December 16th I drove through the Shores from
about 8:15 to 9:45 jotting down the addresses of the homes dec-
orated with Christmas lights for the RSCA Christmas Lights
Contest. I have to tell you that I actually got lost! It truly is
much different driving around in the day light than at night in the
dark. I will be trying it again at a later time - most likely after
day-light savings time comes back. There were some really great
decorations and displays out there and it was a pleasure to see
them. The actual RSCA Committee went out on the 17th and
took my notes with them. This time I stayed in. So to you all
that decorated, many thanks as they really lit up the Shores.
Not sure how many of you have the opportunity to walk along
Davit Drive, or if this phenomenon also occurs in other areas out
here, but when it happens it is over in just a few minutes. Aweek ago when my spa cleaner was here he got to see it and was
absolutely amazed. When the fish are running (coming into the
lagoons) the cormorants drive them to one side of the lagoon
where the White egrets and Ibis are crowding the shoreline, wait-
ing. Then the brown pelicans take over diving for the fish. It
truly is something to see, but since it only takes a few minutes
there is no way to predict just when it will happen. One could
wait for hours, then turn their back and it is here and then gone.
Just that fast. So if you happen to be out walking and see any
of these birds, find a seat and wait a bit, you wont be sorry. I
have pictures from a few years ago that show 16 pelicans in the
Davit Lagoon. The calls were again on traffic, speeding and lack
of signal use and several who wanted
to know about the chemicals that
would be used to stop the Canada
geese breeding. I am in the process of
getting some answers but with the
Holiday almost here everyone is quite
busy. I hope to be able to
completely outline that for the
February issue. As I wrote several months ago, most are now
gone as this is part of their migratory route. Some are still over
behind the Oracle buildings and the slough. The specific ques-
tions were to do with the possible chemical effects on kids, adults
and dogs. Also were suggestions that I am about to pass on that
have to do with the bicycle riders. Most pleaded along with me
TO PLEASE WEAR SOME TYPE OF LIGHT. Dark clothes
and no lights puts us drivers in a difficult position. We all wantto give you the proper right-of-way but if we cant see you that
be, comes impossible. This also applies to those taking their
dogs out for an evening stroll. If we cant see you we may hit
you. This also applies to anyone walking before you just
casually step off the sidewalk into the crosswalk please be sure
that a car isnt already there, either turning or going straight.
Again, consideration is a major concern on all sides . and we
all should make that our #1 priority for 2010! Which makes me
think that as soon as the Christmas goods are gone from the
stores well be seeing the Valentines! And remember if wipers are
on so should be headlights. Drive with care, it really is dark out.
See you in February..
ON MY SOAPBOX By Pat Dixon, Swan Lady, 591-5455
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Asthma is the most common
chronic childhood disease,
affecting more than 6 million
children in the United States.
Asthma can cause coughing,
shortness of breath, wheezing
and a tight feeling in the chest.
Asthma is often under-diag-
nosed, particularly in very
young children. One reason is
that physicians and parents hesitate to label children with
a chronic disease. As a practicing pediatrician in
Redwood City, I frequently hear statements such as: No,
my son does not have asthma; he just wheezes when he
has a cold. In fact, this is a classic description of asthma.
A child with a propensity toward wheezing has asthma.
Likewise, a child who has needed albuterol treatments
during three separate wheezing episodes probably has
asthma.
Although being diagnosed with a chronic disease is not
ideal, there are some benefits of correctly diagnosing
asthma. Children with asthma receive priority for
influenza vaccination, are often expedited in the emer-
gency department. Physicians generally dedicate time
during each physical exam to review how to manage
asthma and maximize lung function and breathing.
Parents and medical professionals should work together
to advocate for children with asthma so they get the
medical attention and specialty care they deserve.
Denying the label of asthma denies children their best
shot at staying healthy.
If your child has asthma, the key to maximizing lung
function is to first prevent, and then to aggressively treat,
asthma symptoms. My first goal for patients with asthma
is to eliminate asthma symptoms during most days andevenings. One of the best ways is to avoid things that trig-
ger the symptoms, including allergens (pollen, mold, dust
and animal dander), irritants (perfumes, pollution and
cigarette smoke), chemicals (sulfur dioxide and sulfites
in preserved foods and drinks) and most especially smok-
ing. It can be more difficult or even impossible to avoid
other triggers, such as respiratory infections, extreme
emotions and seasonal changes.
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How To Avoid And Treat Your Childs Asthma Symptoms
Children with asthma should see their doctors regularly
Its important to discuss the frequency of asthma symp-
toms at each visit. To this end, keep a journal to help
monitor your childs symptoms and determine whether it
is well controlled. Be prepared to answer questions about
your childs frequency of daytime symptoms, nighttime
symptoms and rescue inhaler use, and about your childs
ability to perform normal activities and exercise. This
will help your doctor create a unique asthma action plan
addressing how to avoid and treat symptoms.
A child with asthma, as well as all other family members
should understand how to follow the asthma action plan.
Post it in a visible place at home and provide a copy for
anyone who cares for your child. It may also help to
attend an asthma education course provided through your
healthcare provider.
Asthma is a chronic disease, but it doesnt have to be a
debilitating one. You can help your child manage the dis-
ease and lead a more healthful lifestyle each and every
day. By Natasha Leman, M.D.
Photo Caption: Dr. Natasha Leman is a pediatrician at the
Palo Alto Medical Foundations Redwood City Center.
Endnote: The Palo Alto Medical Foundation and column
editor Arian Dasmalchi provide this monthly column.
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For January
The Veterans Memorial Senior Center, 1455
Madison Avenue, Redwood City, is provid-
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Friday Movies for Everyone1:15PM (Unless Otherwise Announced)
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SAVE THE DATE!Valentines Dinner DanceFriday, February 12th, 6PM-10PM / Redwood Room /
$20 Per Person / Love is in the air! Enjoy a wonderful
dance with live music compliments of the Fun After Fifty
Band! Singles and couples alike are welcome! A home-
made Italian dinner, compliments of volunteer chef Frances
Benedetto, will be served and dancing will follow. Cost is
$20. Tickets will be available in January at the
VMSC Lunch Desk.
RAFT is looking for volunteers. RAFT is located in the SanMateo Office of Education at 101 Twin Dolphin Drive. They
opened for business in April of 2009 and are open Wednesdays
1:30 - 6:30 pm, Thursdays 10:30 - 6:30 pm and Saturdays 9:00 -
1:00 pm. RAFT is a non-profit organization that provides
educators with the tools they need to engage their students in
powerful hands-on learning experiences. We offer a selection of
innovative hands-on activities, educational resources and inexpen-
sive supplies (many donated by local businesses) to enrich pre K-
12 education and community programs. RAFT also serves as a
professional organization for teachers, providing development
workshops and the ongoing support they need to excel in theirday-to-day classroom endeavors. Thanks to widespread commu-
nity participation, RAFT is able to add value to donated items,
which are repurposed into hands-on teaching tools and activities.
The ideas and materials RAFT offers enable students to explore
subjects such as math, science, technology and art through first-
hand experience. At RAFT, we believe hands-on teaching is the
best way for teachers to teach and students to learn. We would
greatly appreciate volunteers or donors of materials to help our
members achieve their goals with students. Please go to our
website: RAFT.net to learn more about us
Jeanne Izant, Satell ite Manager, Direct: 650-802-5508
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Martin Luther King B DayFor those of you that dont know some of Martin Luther
Kings famous quotes here is one given at an address in March
on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, August 1963. Now is
the time to make justice a reality for all of Gods children. I
have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out
the true meaning of its creed - we hold these truths to be self-evident that all men are created equal. This will be the day,
this will be the day when all of Gods children will be able tosing with new meaning My country tis of thee, sweet land
of liberty, of thee I sing. Land where my fathers died, land of
the Pilgrims pride, from every mountainside, let freedom
ring! And when this happens, when we allow freedom to
ring, when we let it ring from every tenement and every ham-let, from every state and every city, we will be able to speed
up that day when all of Gods children, black men and white
men, Jews and Gentiles, Protestants and Catholics, will be
able to join hands and sing in the words of the old Negro spir-
itual, Free at last, free at last. Thank God Almighty, we are
free at last.
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