An educational program on addiction presented by Dr. Sheila Khaleghian of the Intercommunity Counseling Center and Mark Scott of H.O.W. House will be presented from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on four Saturdays, Nov. 15 and Nov. 22 and Dec. 6 and Dec. 13 at 7702 Washington Ave. in Whittier.

There is a $5 donation per person.

The presentations are designed to increase knowledge on the topics of addiction and addiction treatment; addiction and family dynamics; to learn, practice and apply coping skills; provide resources for individuals and families struggling with addiction and creating a safe and supportive environment.

For information call Scott at 888-599-4208.

By Conal McNamara

Whittier Director of Community Development

WHITTIER – The city has completed the Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Lincoln Specific Plan — commonly known as the site of the former Fred C. Nelles Youth Correctional Facility.

To assist the public in their review of the Lincoln Specific Plan Draft EIR, an informational meeting has been scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2014. The meeting will be held at the Whittier Community Center, 7630 Washington Ave.

The proposed Lincoln Specific Plan has been submitted by the project developer, Brookfield Residential, and proposes the development of up to 750 housing units and about 208,350 square feet of commercial space. In addition, the project proposes nine planning areas distributing commercial and residential land uses with Independence Park as its central component.

There are three commercial and six residential planning areas. Additionally, four historically significant structures are proposed to be rehabilitated and integrated into the project area. The DEIR provides information about potentially significant impacts, identifies ways to minimize these impacts, and evaluates feasible alternatives.

The Draft EIR will be available for public review from now through Dec. 1, 2014. It is available on the city’s website at http://www.cityofwhittier.org, and can also be reviewed in hard copy at the following locations:

• Whittier City Hall, Community Development Department, 13230 Penn St., Second Floor.
• Whittier Central Library, 7344 S. Washington Ave.
• Whittwood Branch Library, 10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave.

To receive notification of further meetings or for questions regarding the proposed project, call me at (562) 567-9320 or via email at cmcnamara@cityofwhittier.org.

Assemblyman Ian Calderon is slated to address a meeting of the Whittier Hills Oil Watch from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014 at the Palm Park Aquatic Center, 5703 Palm Ave. in Whittier.

Calderon is running against Rita Topalian for a seat in the 57th state Assembly District on Nov. 4.

Geologist Dr. Tom Williams, Alexandra Nagy of the group Food and Water Watch and professor Eric Lindgren of Whittier College are also expected to speak.

For more information visit www.whittierhillsoilwatch.org.

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On Oct. 14, 2014 the City Council approved the Community Participation Plan (CPP) that will guide the city in its efforts to create voting districts for City Council elections. This historic effort is under way following approval by Whittier voters of Measure W in June, 2014.

The city looks forward to your participation in this critical process. Now is your chance to get involved and help guide Whittier in its efforts to determine the appropriate boundaries for electoral districts.
As a valued community member, Whittier is encouraging each resident to take the time to sign up online so they can receive meeting notifications and information related to the process. The first round of community meetings is scheduled as follows:
• 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 15 at Uptown Senior Center
• 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 19 at Palm Park
• 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 20 at Parnell Park
Prior to these meetings, community members also have an opportunity to meet with the technical consultant, Dave Ely, Compass Demographics, at the IT training room in City Hall. Community members will be able to review sample maps as a starting point to give an idea of how equal population districts might be distributed.

Those that are interested in taking advantage of these meetings will be asked to schedule an appointment through the City Clerk-Treasurer’s office.
Additional details for these meetings and informational materials that highlight the process and background information will be posted online for reference. To receive the latest updates, provide your contact information at the Voting Districts Formation (VDF) webpage at www.cityofwhittier.org/vdf.
Community participation is integral to the process needed to create voting districts for the city. Arellano Associates will lead the outreach efforts to implement the CPP with city staff guidance.
For additional information, call Kathryn Marshall, City Clerk-Treasurer, at (562) 567-9854, districts@cityofwhittier.org.

Like to golf? Enjoy networking? Then the Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce has the perfect event for you.

Break out your clubs and head to the 36th annual Hathaway Golf Classic golf tournament and networking mixer on Monday, Sept. 8, 2014 at Friendly Hills Country Club. With only 144 spots available, potential duffers need to register by Sept. 1.

There are a variety of opportunities available. Eagle sponsors for $1,350 get a tournament package that includes four golfers, a cart, lunch, dinner, acknowledgement at the dinner and a Business Focus photo feature, tee sign and recognition in the tournament program. The Ultimate Golf Package for $285 includes one golfer, a cart, lunch, dinner and a tournament package. People who just want to golf for $225 include one golfer, cart, lunch and dinner. Tee sponsors for $100 get their company name on a tee sign and recognition in the tournament program.

The popular event also features a “19th hole mixer,” a $2,000 helicopter ball drop, raffle items and door prizes.

A variety of local businesses are sponsoring the event, including Rose Hills Memorial Park & Mortuary, California Domestic Water Company, the Credit Union of Southern California, the Quad at Whittier and PIH Health.

To register send a check payable to the Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce at 8158 Painter Ave., Whittier, CA 90602 or go online at www.whittierchamber.com.

Call 562-698-9554 for more information.

A festive evening of delicious food, wine tasting, silent auction and drawings are in store for the Rio Hondo College Foundation’s “A Taste of Rio” event at 6 p.m. Friday, May 2, 2014.

A Taste of Rio will feature culinary offerings from California Grill, Clearman’s Steak ‘n Stein, De Luca’s Italian Restaurant, Crabby’s Seafood & More, Manuel’s Original El Tepeyac Café, Village Sweets, BJ’s Restaurant, Sodexo, Edible Arrangements, Catering by Herach and Ara and Zapien’s Salsa Grill and Taqueria, La Casita Olvera, Lucky Treats, Polly’s Pies, and Simply Irresistible Cakes & Catering.

As tasters 21 and over will make their way through the plethora of tasty treats, they will also have the opportunity to bid on several items provided by A Taste of Rio supporters and win prizes during the opportunity drawing.

Major sponsors for the event include Del Terra, Southern California Edison, Bank of the West, Keenan & Associates and the offices of Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo, Vasquez & Co. LLP and Liebert Cassidy Whitmore and Whittier Mailing Service.

All proceeds will benefit the Rio Hondo College Foundation, which assists the college in meeting its commitment to educational excellence and access.

Parking is free in lots B and C at the college, 3600 Workman Mill Road in Whittier.

3476. To register or donate online, visit riohondo.edu/foundation.

Cmdr. Michael S. Mattis will address the Whittier Sunrise Rotary Club at 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 15 at Friendly Hills Country Club, 8500 Villaverde Dr. (lower level). The topic will be “Capabilities of our USN Submarine Fleet.”

A native of Fullerton, Mattis graduated with distinction from the United States Naval Academy in 1994. He received Naval Nuclear Power and Submarine training before reporting to the fleet in February 1998 and qualifying in subs in January 1999.

He was selected as Commander, Submarine Squadron Seventeen (CSS-17) “Warfighter of the Year” for 2000. Reporting to the Naval Satellite Operations Center (NAVSOC) in December 2000 as the Satellite Operations Department Head, Mattis was responsible for a Satellite Operations Center (SOC) and 24/7 Telemetry, Tracking, and Commanding (TT&C) operations of 23 on-orbit Navy Satellites/payloads. In January 2002, he became the Operations Director, leading 136 personnel operating 2 SOCs and 3 TT&C Remote Ground Facilities.

Guests are welcome to attend. Social time and breakfast begins at 7:15 a.m. with the talk to follow at 8 a.m. There will be a charge for breakfast, but no charge for the program only.

For more information call 562-696-4886 or 562-943-7860.