The Loma Linda Neighborhood Association is dedicated to providing communication, beautification, social activity, coordination and education. We hope these efforts will promote cooperation among residents and foster goodwill in our neighborhood.

A Publication of the Loma Linda Neighborhood Association ~ P.O. BOX 10533 Phoenix, AZ 85064-0533

FEBRUARY 2010 ~ NEWSLETTER

LOMA LINDA WEBSITE IS LAUNCHED

You can find it at www.lomalindaneighborhood.org.

Which is right here! This is a work in progress. I am (obviously) far from a professional web designer; hopefully I will learn more as I work on this site. If anyone has any comments or suggestions they may contact me here:

Contact Webmaster: Paul Sheldon - psheldon@lomalindaneighborhood.org

– By Blanche Duggan

Our Loma Linda Neighborhood is saddened by the passing of Zelda Dehaan on November 15, 2009. She had lived with cancer for thirteen years.

Zelda was born to Wise and Zora White in Hammond, Louisiana, on July 6th, 1928. At the age of 16, she moved to Phoenix with her older sister, Lillian, and her infant son, John Landry III. She lived with her sister while her brother-in-law was overseas during WWII. She graduated from Phoenix Union High School in 1945. Shortly thereafter, she became employed by the Social Security Administration, where she worked for 38 years.

Zelda loved her two churches, North Hills Church of God and Valley Community Church of God and the many friends she made there. Three of her siblings preceded her in death. She is survived by three sisters and her loving husband, Cornelius (Case) DeHaan. Case took wonderful care of her during her illness, never leaving her side during her most critical time. Zelda leaves behind a loving family, including 8-step children, 19 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and many, many friends..

Zelda and Case have been members of our Loma Linda Neighborhood Assn. since its beginning. They were always ready to help, no matter what was needed. Zelda spent countless hours in the classrooms at Loma Linda School, volunteering in reading and wherever she could help the children. She had a profound affect on some of their young lives.

Zelda will be fondly remembered by all who were touched by her life. Even after she became ill she was an inspiration with her spirit and positive drive.

Is anyone else on a diet? Has the economy forced you onto a diet? I think 2009 was a tough year for a lot of people. 2009 is gone. I hope everyone has something to be thankful for and look forward to in 2010. I know I do. Another year is here full of opportunity and potential. I would like to see the Loma Linda Neighborhood look forward at 2010 with anticipation of good things. The neighborhood is doing well and will continue based on grants being applied for and donations.

I hope everyone enjoys a great Valentine’s Day!

IN LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMAN— BY TIM CAHOON

Gardener’s Corner– By: Annette Weaver

Time is so finite - 60 seconds in a minute, 60 minutes in an hour and 24 hours in a day - definite no more no less. Now if we could use that whole 24 hours to get our life’s work and objectives done it might be enough time but maybe not. Per- haps the old adage of working smarter not harder would avail us in our quest for more time. Balance must play a role too. Working smarter might mean just letting the yard go to plain old dirt since we have neither the time nor the energy to tend to the yard. But this enhances neither your life nor your neighborhood. So maybe we can explore some ways to make life easier and still have beautiful lawns and gardens.

First and foremost installing a watering system with a timer is essential for economical and environmentally wise use of water and time. Watering with a sprinkler or hose end sprayer is time consuming and usually wasteful when too much or too little water is applied at a time. Watering systems can be scheduled to go on early in the morning before too much evaporation from desert heat becomes an issue. Watering sys- tems can also be changed according to the time of year. Longer and or more frequent durations in the summer and less frequent watering in cooler times of year when less water is needed can be scheduled.

A watering system can be buried pipe or can be an above ground drip systems. I have an above ground drip sys- tem because it was something that I could install myself. My dear husband did hook it up to a timer and it works quite well for me. People who have more lawn than decorative plantings would probably want to utilize an under- ground system that would not interfere with mowing.

Since we live in a neighborhood where flood irrigation is available it is one of the best invest- ments we can make. The yearly irrigation fee for watering your lawn and especially trees is much less than the cost to apply the same amount of city water. Once your burms are installed the monthly irrigation schedule is a snap. Large areas of grass or ornamentals may need additional watering but trees and shrubs should require no water except the irrigation. There is a period when the canals are shut down for cleaning and you may have to water trees and shrubs once if Mother Nature does not help with rainfall.

Letting a watering system do the watering for you can free up your time to keep the landscape free of unwanted weeds and allow for trimming and upkeep of bushes, trees and other landscaping features. Mulching whether the material be stone, bark, pine needles or coconut fibers can also keep errant weeds and grass from growing where it is not wanted and free- ing time for other activities. (Although the nasturtiums in my front yard seem to grow even in the three inch thick mulch of the pine needled pathways ) Mulching also softens the soil underneath so that if something does grow in a mulched area it is more easily removed from the softer soil than from the hard dry soil of un-mulched areas.

THANK YOU!

To all Sam’s Club employees who live and work in the Loma Linda Neighborhood

Our hearts go out to each and every one of you. This brings sad- ness to a lot of us neighbors who have made good friends and depended on this store for their businesses.

We have enjoyed your kindness, enthusiasm and your friendship. We will miss the smiling faces we always got when we walked in or out the front doors. Sam’s club is the last place I would have thought would leave this area.

We wish you all good luck on your journey and hope you find the positions that you so deserve. You will be missed!

Monthly Safety Tip! Be sure your address is visible from the street so emergency vehicles can easily identify your street address.

Monthly General Meeting

The February General Meeting is scheduled for February 2, 2010 and begins promptly at 6:30 PM, at the Loma Linda Ele- mentary School in the Multi-purpose room (off Fairmount, east of 20th Street). We look forward to seeing you.

Becoming involved in your neighborhood is a very natural thing to do. Joining and being involved in your Neighborhood Association is a great way to meet neighbors and other people in your community. Meanwhile, you are identifying the issues facing your community, taking an active part in improving conditions, and most of all enjoying what your neighborhood has to offer.

Schedule Of Events

UPCOMING EVENTS Feb. 2 – LLNA Neighborhood Meeting - 6:30 p.m.

Feb 10 – School Early Release - 12:10 p.m.

Feb 14 – Valentine’s Day

Feb 15 – President’s Day

Feb. 18 - Community Conference - 6:00 p.m.

Kennedy School - Multi-Purpose Room

Feb. 2nd & 16th - Governing Board Meeting

Place your ad in the Loma Linda News or let us dis- tribute your business flyer. We hand-deliver to 1,350 homes and business each month. Business card size ads are $20 per month or double size for $40.00. Business flyers can be delivered with the Loma Linda News for $40 per month. Flyers must be one- half to full 8 ˝" x 11 size. Ads must be submitted with check prior to the 10th of the month or flyers by the 15th.

If you wish to place a business card size ad, you MUST submit a clean copy for us to scan and print. Any modifications to your ad are subject to a $15 design fee. For additional informa- tion, please call Blanche Duggan (602) 274-4102

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LOMA LINDA NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS February 2010 Traffic Safety– Info Provided By: The Phoenix Fire Department PEDESTRIANS

Each year the Phoenix Fire Department responds to thousands of emergencies involving pedestrians. In fact, Phoenix has one of the highest death rates involving pedes- trians in the country. Pedestrian related incidents account for more than one-third of the fatalities in children 13 and younger. According to the US Department of Transportation, more than 1,000 children die each year as pedestrians. It is important for children and adults to learn safe pedestrian skills.

A common myth is that pedestrians ALWAYS have the right of way. Pedestrians have the right of way on side- walks and designated pedestrian crosswalks with signals. Many pedestrian-vehicle incidents are the fault of the pedes- trian. Knowing the correct way to walk near traffic and how to cross the street is vital to a person's health and well be- ing. With adult supervision, a child's ability to cross a street safely can improve dramatically.

Several factors put children at a higher danger for car/ pedestrian incidents.

. Have a lower profile in traffic. This makes them harder to see.

. Have a narrower field of view.

. Cannot detect the direction of sound.

. Cannot accurately judge how fast a car comes towards

them.

. Once in motion, like to stay in motion.

. Mix fantasy with reality.

. Often only concentrate on one thought at a time.

. Are restless.

The most common cause of pedestrian incidents involving children occur when they dash out into the street at mid-block, for example, to chase a ball, or when they run through an intersection.

HOLIDAY HOUSE

December 09’

Congratulations to the winners of the award for the most spectacular Holiday House in each area of our Loma Linda Neighborhood! It was tough decision as there were so many beautifully decorated homes. The lights were truly spectacular.

A poinsettia plant was presented to each of the following winners:

Area A - 1826 East Fairmount

Area B - 2108 East Mitchell

Area C - 3035 North 21st Place

LLNA DONATION FORM / Gracias por su cooperacionName / Nombre________________________________________________________ Address / Direcion _____________________________________________________ Donation Amt. / cantidad: $______Date of Donation / Dia de Donacion: __________ We are a non-profit organization run entirely by volunteers. However, we need your contributions to support this newsletter and other necessary expenses throughout the year. Your contribution is tax deductible and will benefit your neighborhood directly. Please use the form below for your donation. A thank you card will be sent to acknowledge receipt.

HOME OF THE MONTH Area A :

Area B : 2139 East Weldon

Area C: 3201 North 21st Place

Each month Area Representatives of .A., .B., and .C. choose one outstanding home in each area for beautification, home improve- ment, a well-manicured yard, etc. Of course, there must be NO zoning violations.

The homes chosen will receive a $10.00 gift certificate from a local business. Certificates will be mailed as soon as this announcement appears in the Loma Linda News.

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