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Huntington Beach

City considers restrictions on RC cars

Mayor Cathy Green is proposing restricting where in city parks residents can drive remote control vehicles as part of an addition to an ordinance that was to go before the City Council Monday evening.

The proposal would still allow residents to use radio-controlled vehicles, but only in specific areas, Green said.

“I just kind of want to make sure we have a place for kids and parents to go that is safe, but not destructive,” Green said.

Green has received about 20 complaints from residents about the destruction the toys cause to the habitat and the dust and noise problems they create.

The problem isn’t people who come to the parks and drive the miniature vehicles in a respectful manner, but those who build dirt jumps and dig courses into the area near Goldenwest Street and Talbert Avenue in Huntington Central Park, said Community Services Director Jim Engle.

— Britney Barnes

Laguna Beach

Perkins announces her bid for reelection

Mayor Elizabeth Pearson is the first City Council candidate out of the gate. She kicked off her reelection bid Saturday.

Her key goals include:

 Ensuring the financial stability of the city during these difficult economic times, including spending prudently — and supporting our hotels, restaurants, retail and other businesses.

 Maintaining the character of the community.

 Continuing to minimize ocean water pollution.

— Barbara Diamond

Tommy Bahama’s to match donations

Tommy Bahama’s skyrocketed onto the local scene April 20, months before the store and restaurant will open its doors where the Jolly Roger did business for years.

Store representative Debby McDonald announced at the City Council meeting that Bahama’s will match dollar-for-dollar donations up to $10,000 to help fund the annual Fourth of July fireworks.

— Barbara Diamond

Countywide

Tell your mom how much she means to you

Want to express your love for mom? The Daily Pilot is accepting Mother’s Day notes and photographs to be considered for publication Sunday. Please observe the following guidelines, otherwise we cannot publish your special messages and/or photos:

 Messages and/or photos will only accepted via e-mail at [email protected].

  Your e-mails should say “Mother’s Day’s message” in the subject line.

  Each message is limited to 100 words.

  Photos must be attached to e-mails and have a resolution of at least 300 DPI (dots per inch).

  Senders should include their full name and name of their home town, as well as a phone number so we can call you if necessary. We will not publish your phone number.

The deadline for receiving your messages is 5 p.m. Tuesday. The Daily Pilot reserves the right to edit all entries.

— Imran Vittachi