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Volume 48, Number 45, Published on 11/06/1995

News

El Camino Hospital District sues to void transfer to Camino Healthcare

After a two-day closed session, the El Camino Hospital District Board filed suit last week to overturn arrangements the Board made in 1992 because of a conflict of interest status.

Armadillo Willy's expansion gets OK from council

Los Altos City Council members sent a positive message to local businesses Oct. 30 when they voted 4-1 to approve the proposed expansion plans of Armadillo Willy's restaurant on San Antonio Road.

Residents outraged over 'pit' bull decision at closed-door meeting

Several residents expressed outrage at the Los Altos City Council's closed-door decision to over-turn the death sentence of three local "pit" bulls.

Pedestrian hit in Los Altos cross walk

A Mountain View woman was critically injured as she stepped off the center divider at El Camino Real and Del Medio Avenue Oct. 27 at 7:03 p.m. in Los Altos.

Comment

COMMENT

Council's 'pit' bull action questionable

People

Vernon R. 'Chick' Williams

A native of Waukesha, Wis., he worked for Ford Motor Company in Denver, the South American Development Company in Ecuador and the Hawaiian Pineapple Company in San Francisco. A philanthropist dedicated to young people and their education, he established a chair of English at Carroll College (Waukesha) in memory of his mother and a scholarship at the University of Montana in memory of his late wife's parents.

John Edward 'Ed' Neff

A native of Lycoming County, Penn., he was an instrument technician at NASA, a 50-year member of Mountain View No. 194 F & AM and life member of the Royal Order of Scotland, Firth and Forth Clan, Yorkrite Bodies of Palo Alto, Islam Shrine Temple and North Santa Clara County High Twelve Club No. 528.

Paul Martin Gunn

A native of Seoul, South Korea, he moved to the United States when he was 13 months old, lived in Los Altos Hills from the ages of 6 to 16 and attended schools in Palo Alto and Santa Cruz.

Community

New video, 'A Sense of Place,' chronicles Los Altos history

The video highlights many of the landmark properties within Los Altos, explains the commission's role in the preservation of historical sites and answers frequently asked questions about property owners' rights. The video also gives the viewer an overview of the history of the Los Altos area from the Ohlone people through modern times.

Kaleidoscope features holiday gift items

News anchor/reporter Glenn Quinn visits Fermentation Frenzy, Chris Johnson spends time at The Gourmet Works, Carol Curran learns a lot about sculpture and custom jewelry at Connoisseur of Los Altos, and Diane Brauch shops for designer bargains at the new American Cancer Society Discovery Shop.

Choirs, bellringers usher in 'Holidays in the Village - Opening Night' Bells will be ringing and choir members will be singing at the Los Altos Village Association-sponsored "Holidays in the Village - Opening Night" 6-9 p.m. Nov. 17 at the Community Plaza, Main and State streets, in downtown Los Altos.

Glenn Pickett, conductor for the 75-member choir and small orchestra, said this is the third year members will be serenading for the ceremony. The repertoire includes favorites like "Silver Bells" and "It's Beginning To Look A lot Like Christmas."

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Local artist exhibits in LAH Council chambers

Los Altos Hills artist Foster Beigler will present her "Discoveryscapes" from Nov. 13 through December in the Los Altos Hills Town Hall Council Chambers. A reception for the artist will be held Nov. 12 from 2-4 p.m. in the Town Hall Chamber.

United Way campaign kicks off in Los Altos

The volunteer Board of Directors of the United Way's Los Altos/Los Altos Hills Chapter is asking friends, family members, neighbors and co-workers in the community to donate and help kickoff the United Way of Santa Clara County's 1995 campaign.

'Fitness Walking' author talks tonight at Heintzelman's

More people walk than participate in any other fitness activity, and Therese Iknoian would like to talk about walking tonight at 7:30 at Heintzelman's Bookstore in Los Altos.

LAGCo's 'Spirit of Sharing' lights the holidays

Special to the Town Crier

Community Briefs

On Sunday Nov.19, the Foothills Swimming and Tennis Club located on the Los Altos-Palo Alto border will hold its second annual Holiday Boutique and Tea. Admission for the Tea is $12, for the Boutique, $2. For more information, call 493-8540.

Volunteer service awards luncheon scheduled for Dec. 1

Volunteer awards from civic staffs, school districts, library districts and individuals from both cities will be recipients of the awards.

Schools

Springer adopts volunteer reading program Springer Elementary School in Mountain View has adopted the acclaimed "EVERYBODY WINS" reading program, a program where adults read one-on-one to children during their lunch hour.

Adult volunteers spend one school lunch a half-hour per week with an individual child, reading for pleasure from good children's literature. The schedule is arranged and monitored by a school coordinator.

District names outstanding high school student of the month

Classmates describe her as being hard working and ambitious. Through her dedication, Sita has become a vital member of the Los Altos High community.

New assistant principal offers solutions and suggestions

Like the fire extinguisher on the wall next to his office door, Louis Tolbert puts out fires. As the new assistant principal for Los Altos High School, Tolbert is a man of solutions and suggestions.

School Briefs

craft faire

Gratiot honored at Nov. 17 celebration Los Altos School District Superintendent Marge Gratiot, recently named California Superintendent of the Year, will be honored at a community celebration from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 17 at the University Club, 3277 Miranda Ave., in Palo Alto.

Active in Los Altos community affairs, Gratiot is a member of the Los Altos Chamber of Commerce and the Rotary Club of Los Altos and serves as chairwoman of the Stanford University Superintendents' Roundtable.

Los Altos-Mountain View PTA turn to community for new members

The PTAs comprises parents, teachers and concerned citizens who work together to improve the education and quality of life for children. As a member, you will learn what is happening in our schools, get to meet students, contribute to their knowledge and widen their horizons by becoming involved in a volunteer program.

Sports

Prep roundup

Town Crier Sports Editor

Sports shorts

COLLEGE SCENE: In football, Foothill entertains Chabot 1 p.m. Saturday ... In women's basketball, Foothill hosts Santa Rosa 5 p.m. Tuesday.

Youth roundup

Town Crier Staff Report

Local Sports Calendar

Today, Nov. 8

SCORES

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

Athlete of the Week

She's usually the smallest player on the volleyball court, but Roz Pelayo may be the biggest factor in St. Francis' success.

Business & Real Estate

New owners remodel the Bank of Los Altos

The renovations of the Bank of Los Altos' headquarters and retail branch are underway and are scheduled for completion Nov. 13.

Business Briefs

business solutions

MV Chamber offers forum on navigating city's permit process The road down the City of Mountain View's permitting and review process may seem a bit overwhelming at first glance, but all it takes is an understanding of the process for things to happen with ease. A free forum on "Navigating the City Permitting and Review Process" will be held 9-11 a.m. Nov. 15 at the Mountain View Police and Fire Building, 1000 Villa St.

Some of the topics that will be covered include business signage, temporary conditional use permits, special events and fire inspection issues as well as what to expect when adding on to an existing business or remodeling one.

What do I fix when my computer's out of memory?

Special to the Town Crier

Tech Museum honors Los Altos Hills resident David Packard

David Packard, co-founder of Hewlett-Packard Company, Lockheed Martin Missiles & Space Company, and developer Jack Wheatley, will be honored by The Tech Museum of Innovation at its annual Innovation Awards Dinner tonight at the San Jose Fairmont Hotel.

Weekly Special

HAPPENINGS

CHILDREN'S CULINARY ACADEMY are winding up their fall children's cooking classes for ages 7 to 13. As some of you may remember, I wrote an article on this school this past summer. The classes are outstanding and the kids have a great time. Here is what you get for $48.00 - hands on instruction, preparing of food, recipe instructions and of course the best part; eating what you cook with enough left over to take home. November 11, German food and November 18, Thanksgiving Special. - Call (415) 493-7203

RECIPE OF THE WEEK

(One 9" pie)

BONUS RECIPE

(Serves 4)

WET STUFF

THE FRENCH 75

The splendors of New Zealand

Special to the Town Crier