ZeroTrash RSM

Saturday, January 5^th

ZeroTrash Rancho Santa Margarita is a volunteer group that meets on the "Zero T First Saturday" of each month to rally together to rid the community of litter. All are welcome; parents, children, students, friends, neighbors  – anyone interested in keeping RSM clean! 

Volunteers meet in front of Cinepolis/ Panera at 10:00 a.m. and fan out from there. ZeroTrash provides the pickers and bags; volunteers are asked to closely supervise young children at all times, stay on trails and to keep a look out for snakes!  Return pickers and trash at noon behind the Bell Tower Community Center and obtain sign-offs for certification of community service hours or badge requirements.

Follow ZeroTrash RSM on Facebook for more information.

Employee of the Year

Public Works Superintendent Terry Gregory has been named 2018 Employee of the Year by a vote of his colleagues, who who describe him as a kind, dependable and thorough hard-worker. Terry has been with the City since 2017 and quickly became an invaluable member of the RSM team.

Mr. Gregory has over 20 years of professional experience,  and as an American Public Works Association (APWA) Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector, is an integral part of City operations. Terry oversees the maintenance program for City buildings, streets, traffic signals, equipment, sidewalks, and other City infrastructure, supervises fleet maintenance and inspects construction work done under City-issued permits. 

The City's Employee Recognition Program recognizes outstanding customer service, performance, professionalism, and attitude. Employees nominate colleagues each quarter, and an Employee of the Year is named annually. Congratulations to Terry Gregory, an outstanding member of our exemplary City  staff!

Senior Activities at the Bell Tower Regional Community Center

January Recreation Highlights

Paint, Paste & Pour
$45/ 5 Classes
 
Watch your little ones explore and discover paint, glue, crayons, dough, bubbles and much more. They'll enjoy developmentally appropriate hands-on experiences with manipulative art and sensory materials. Put on your play clothes and share this special time with your little one. Each session has new and exciting activities. Parent participation required. Ages: 1.5-5 yrs.
 
Instructor:  Paint, Paste & Pour Staff
 
410302 01 W          Jan 9 - Feb 6        10-10:45 am
 
The Etiquette Factory
$138/ 6 Classes
 
The Etiquette Factory is a unique learning experience designed to change the world, one child at a time. We define manners as helping those around you to feel valued. Our exclusive program helps children understand why integrity, respect, empathy, and charity help our lives both personally and professionally. Over 50 different etiquette skills are taught using games, activities, role play, props, music, stories, and kind discussion.  Some of the skills included are: Introductions, Dining Etiquette, Kindness, Tact, Conversation, Being a Guest, A Clean Mouth, Sincere Apologies and so much more! Who knew learning manners could be so much fun! Ages: 5-12 yrs. What to bring: $20 cash materials fee
 
Instructor:  Etiquette Factory Staff
 
421097 01 W          Jan 9 - Feb 13           3:30-5:30 pm
 
Dog Obedience Training
$103/ 4 Classes
 
This class is designed to teach pet owners how to train their dogs to perform basic obedience skills such as heel, sit, stay, down and come! Ages: 10 yrs. & up.
 
Instructor:  Doggie Do Pet Services
 
440733 01 M          Jan 28 - Feb 18         6:30 - 7:30 pm
 
PM Yoga with Roz
$135/ 12 Classes
 
End your day with the practice of yoga in a supportive and encouraging environment.  Build strength, flexibility and balance while exploring various postures.  Connecting breath and movement brings calmness of mind, stress release and enables us to function better both on and off the mat.  We end this class with relaxation to aid in a restful night’s sleep. Ages: 18 yrs. & up
 
Instructor:  Roz Maissy
 
440212 01 T            Jan 8 - Mar 26              6 - 7 pm
440212 02 Th          Jan 10 - Mar 28            6:30 - 7:30 pm
 
Restorative Yoga with Roz
$145/ 12 Classes
 
This class is the perfect way to end your day.  Connecting breath and movement calms your mind from an active day.  You will build strength and balance while exploring various postures and the calming poses will help to reduce stress and muscle tension aiding in a restful night’s sleep.  This class moves at a gentler pace with a focus on proper alignment, stretching for flexibility and breathing for relaxation. Ages: 18 yrs. & up.
 
Instructor:  Roz Maissy
 
440221 01 T            Jan 8  - Mar 26          7 - 8 pm
 
Click here to access the City's online registration system.

Public Works

Bulky Item Pickup

Household items that cannot fit into your automated waste carts are considered bulky items. Bulky items must weigh less than 50 lbs and be manageable by a two-person crew. The City's waste hauler, CR&R, provides a convenient haul away service to customers by special request. Common bulky items include:

Couches
Desks
Chairs
Tables
Mattresses
Excess Green Waste

Items that are not accepted include (but are not limited to) car batteries, tires, automotive parts, and construction and demolition debris.

To arrange pickup of bulky items, contact CR&R customer service at (877) 728-0446 or visit crrwasteservices.com.

Connect with the City of Rancho Santa Margarita

Planning Commission meetings take place on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. and the City Council meets on the second and fourth Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. Meeting agendas are posted 72 hours in advance, and cancellations occur occasionally due to holidays. There are several options to comment and participate in City Council and Planning Commission meetings:

• Written material may be submitted in hard copy to the City Clerk, who will copy it and provide the statement to the Council or Commissioners.
• Comments may be submitted via the City's website The eComment will be emailed directly to the City Clerk. eComments are accepted up until 4:30 p.m. on the day of the meeting.
• Comments may be submitted by e-mail message to the City Clerk who will provide them to the City Council or Commissioners.
• Comments may be delivered orally at a meeting. There is a three-minute time limit per speaker. 
• A statement can be submitted by proxy on a resident’s behalf at a meeting by reading it aloud. The three-minute time limit applies.  

For more information, please contact Amy Diaz, City Clerk, at (949) 635-1806.