Page updated 6 October 2008.

The LMRA Communicator

New Announcements:

• Housing Policy Changes Announced. Highlights:
  • Detachment paperwork no longer required to apply for a house. Incoming residents can pick a house before they detach so long as that house will not have more than 14 days of vacancy.
  • No more "penalty box" for preview letters. Incoming residents can come in each day for a new preview letter.
  • Waiting list for O1-O3 new homes in Ord. Junior officers can now get on a waiting list for new houses in Ord instead of taking townhomes in La Mesa.
• Flat-Rate Rent Approved for All La Mesa Townhomes! The flat-rate rent program has been extended to all residents in La Mesa Cliffs townhomes and Pineview townhomes due to occupancy exceeding 79%. The rate change is not automatic, so you must sign a new lease to participate. Pinnacle is hosting a block party at the management center on 29 September from 1600 to 1900, where they will provide dinner and help you sign new leases. If you can't make the party, please stop by the management center before 1 October to get your rate changed before the next payment.

Wherry Grove residents: Your representatives have established an email account they will use to send you LMRA meeting summaries and other community information. Please email wherrygrove@gmail.com to get your email account on their distribution list.

Congratulations to Our September Yard of the Month Winners!

Upcoming Community Activities:
Oct Events Details

• Big Sur's Jade Festival: 10-12 Oct.
• Navy Birthday Ball: 11 Oct at NPS.
• Kidsfest at Monterey Fairgrounds: 11-12 Oct, 1100-1600.
• Project Dreambuilder Family Fun Day: 11 Oct 1100-1700.
• Fiesta del Mar at the MB Aquarium: 12 Oct 1000-1800.
• Sports Car Championships: 17-19 Oct.
• Wine Festival at Monterey Fairgounds: 18 Oct 1600-2100.
• Big Sur River Run: 25 Oct at 1000.
• Carmel Birthday Celebration: 25 Oct at 1100 (parade) and 1200 (lunch).
• Big Sur Half Marathon: 9 Nov.
• La Mesa Elementary School:
  • Fall Festival and Chili Cook-Off: 25 Oct
  • Check your child's Wednesday Folder!
• Child Development Center:
  • Pediatric First Aid Class:
    Registration Deadline 15 Oct.
    Call 656-2734 or email kbmurphy@nps.edu to register.
  • Harvest Parade: End of Oct.
  • Thanksgiving Luncheon. 21 Nov at 1130.
    Parents and kids sign up in your child's classroom by 10 Nov.
    Part-day preschool will host Thanksgiving snacks on 20 or 21 Nov.
  • Child and Youth programs closed 28 Nov and 24 Dec- 2 Jan.
    
• Tech Connection Teen and Youth Center:
  Game Night. 10 Oct 1900-2200.
  Board game tournament. Prizes awarded; snacks and drinks provided.
  Kids aged 8-18 welcome.
  Fall Family Harvest Festival. 14 Nov, 1900-2200.
  Carnival games, harvest foods, scarecrow contest, etc.
  Fall Cheerleading Classes.
  Session # 2 Oct. 22- Dec.17
  Come to the Tech connection for class schedules and to sign up. Cost $45.00 / session.
  Ballet Classes. Every Tuesday and Thursday Starting August 19th.
  Session # 4 Feb. 3 - Apr 2 (8 week session $90.00)
  Session # 5 Apr 7 - May 28 (8 week session $90.00)
  Youth Basketball.
  Registration deadline: 28 Nov. Call 656-1840 or trcarrol@nps.edu.
  League runs Jan-March 2009.
  Age Groups: 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, and 12-14.
  Cost $45 per child.
  Youth Basketball Players' Clinic. 29 Nov at 1000.
  Clinic offered to age 8+
  Free.
  

Recurring Information:

Pinnacle

• 644-0400 or The Pinnacle Family Housing Website
• New hours of operation for the LMV Self-Help Store. The store is open Mon-Sat 0800-1700.
• Code change for Community Center. The access code for the LMV Community Center has changed. All residents must visit the management office with their ID to obtain the new code.
• Resident Referral Program has been re-established. Refer an incoming family to The Parks at Monterey Bay and Pinnacle will pay you $250. The incoming family must mention you as a referral on their first contact with Pinnacle.
• Pinnacle has a new Customer Relations Manager, Dianne Frye. You can call her at 866-508-9585 or email her at dfrye@prmc.com with any customer service issues.
• Please be aware that it is your personal responsibility to supervise your children.  For their safety, do not allow them to play or ride bicycles and scooters in the street.  Also ensure that they comply with safety regulations by wearing helmets when appropriate.
• Problems or questions about your electricity bill?  Contact ISTA at istafeedback@prmc.com to get an answer.  Meters are read on the 26th of each month, and you may keep track of your readings yourself.
• Practice neighborhood awareness:  know which units are vacant and keep an eye out for any inappropriate activity there.  Report anything suspicious to the La Mesa Management Office at 642-4300 or to the POM Police at 242-7851.
• Power outages should be reported to Pinnacle Maintenance, not PG&E. Call 333-4343.
• You can call the Resident Information Hotline at 831-642-4318 for Property Update Recordings, including power outages, construction notices and road closures.
• Updated resident responsibility guide (Here)
• Please also feel free to contact your Residential Communities Initiative Project Coordinator with any questions or issues. Contact Oscar Oscar Ordenez (831) 242-7974 or Gay Rearick at (831) 242-7984.

Presidio of Monterey Police

• 242-7851
• If you have issues regarding La Mesa, you can contact Officer Preston Proctor at 242-7868 for non-emergency issues.  Please call 242-7851 for the Presidio Police main line.
• The POM police recently attained the highest SWAT rating in the nation.
• Updated information for POMPD: Link

OSSC

• www.npsossc.org
• The Bargain Fair is generally held the 2nd Saturday of March, June, September, and December.  Reserve your spot at the La Mesa thrift shop.
• Thrift Store Hours: Mondays, Thursdays & the first Saturday of each month 1000-1300. Phone number: 375-0886

MWR

• 656-7954/5 or www.mwr.nps.navy.mil
• Come see free movies every Wednesday follow the link above for show time and movie listings. .
• ITT has travel books and tickets that can help you plan your next local getaway.
• View the latest news in the Peacock Press online.  
• The link to the MWR home page is here.

Outdoor Recreation at Presidio of Monterey

• 242-5506 or www.pom-odr.com
• Going to Tahoe? Check out affordable lodging options.  See website for details.
• Did you know you can rent outdoor equipment including boats, tents, trailers, scuba gear, kayaks, skis, snowboards and more?  See the website for complete list/prices.

School Liaison Officer for Military Dependants

• Key Functions of the School Liaison Officer
• TRANSITION SUPPORT-Helping ease the transition issues for military children as they move to new schools.
• PARTNERSHIPS IN EDUCATION-Facilitating the partnerships between military units/departments and the local school system.
• INSTALLATION AND SCHOOL COMMUNICATIONS-Communicating issues involving public schools and the military.
• HOME SCHOOL LINKAGES-Providing information about Home Schooling in California
• POST SECONDARY PREPARATION OPPORTUNITIES-Proving information for youth transitioning from high school to work/college.
• Military School Liaison Officer is Cynthia Rothstein at 831.242.6904 or DSN 768.6904, contact Ms Rothstein for any assistance related to military dependants transitioning the Monterey Penninsula School system.

Local School Information

• Please drive carefully and watch for children, especially before and after school.
• POM maintains a high presence during peak school hours (0730-0830 and 1400-1530)
• Area school information is listed here.  

Dog and Cat Owners

• Please use the doggie bags provided around La Mesa responsibly.  There have been occasions where someone has removed the entire roll of bags from the dispensers.  Take what you need and leave the rest for other dog walkers.  Thank you!