The Buzz

During the April 15 TEA Party in Mission Viejo, many participants said they’d rally again for a good cause. Watch for information about a rally in Mission Viejo on May 18, the eve of the statewide Special Election, as a reminder to voters: just say no to more taxes. On May 19, California voters will have the opportunity to avoid supersizing their tax bill. This blog has already recommended rejecting all propositions in the Special Election.

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Casta del Sol Republican Club will host Sir Eldon Griffiths on Wed., May 20, when he’ll speak on “How the United States should handle Iran.” Saddleback Republican Assembly members will attend as a joint meeting. The program begins at 7 p.m. in Casta’s Vista Room. Those who live outside Casta’s gates are invited. Call Beverly Cruse, (949) 770-3368, to get on the guest list at the gate. The club will sell inscribed copies of Griffiths’ latest book, “Turbulent Iran,” at the meeting. Admission is free.

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A resident emailed this blog about the city’s April 25 event, Artes de Vida. He described his experience: “I was directed to put a shrub into a hole. When I asked about planter mix, I was told it wasn’t needed. When I asked about watering the plant, I was told it wasn’t necessary. Do not try this at home, as the plant will die. I learned that Public Works Director Keith Rattay wants Artes de Vida to focus more on art than plants. In that case, I think ART stands for Another Rattay Travesty, after last year’s Easelgate. Many of those attending came because their children were performing in a dance recital. I think the planting thing has run out of gas.”

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Proponents of the Lance MacLean recall anticipate they’ll reach the halfway mark in the signature drive during the first week of May. The deadline to collect approximately 9,300 valid signatures is August 25. Proponents expect to complete the job well before the deadline.

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As an update to the number of palm trees added along Crown Valley PORKway, a blog reader reported counting 70 new palm trees along Crown Valley plus 10 new ones near Crown Valley on Marguerite. The resident reported, “For $10,000 each, some of the trees look as if they are in poor condition. They are tree stumps mixed in with the cow-patty pillars.”