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Several Hundred Residents Turn Out for Annual Spyglass Hill Meet ‘ N Greet Picnic
By Christopher Trela | NB Indy
Several hundred local residents turned out for the 9th annual Spyglass Hill Meet and Greet Picnic on Sunday , Sept . 25 at Spyglass Hill Park .
The event was sponsored by Spyglass Hill HOA , Newport Beach City Council and many local businesses , and was organized by the Spyglass Hill Picnic Committee under the guidance of picnic director Laurie Horn with the help of honorary Mayor Therese Loutherback .
Local businesses had displays as
well as the NB Police Department . Kids enjoyed face painting , puppy petting , and games such as sack races . Trainer Derrick Dupler was back with his spectacular Epic Standard Poodles , who delighted young and old alike .
TK Burgers was on hand to feed the hungry throng .
Spotted in the crowd : Newport Beach Mayor Will O ’ Neill , Newport Beach Council Member Diane Dixon , City Council Candidate Joe Stapleton , and City Council Candidate Robyn Grant .
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already proven herself to be a hard worker , who is constantly out in the community engaging and listening to her constituents and consistently making decisions based on what she thinks is best for the community she knows so well .
That said , I have much respect and value my friendship with Lauren Kleiman who is currently serving as the Chair of the City ’ s Planning Commission . No doubt , Lauren will be a strong and elective community leader for years to come , and I look forward to supporting her in any future pursuits .
In addition , Diane Dixon is my strong choice for the State Assembly ’ s 72nd District seat .
In summary , we have the luxury of having some excellent City Council candidates this election . I urge voters to dig into their backgrounds , ignore the mailings and “ hit pieces ” and make your voting decisions based on proven track records of achievement .
In order for Newport Beach to be the best , it needs to elect the best representatives possible . The choice is up to you .
Homer Bludau , Newport Beach City Manager 1999-2009
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