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Encinitas Patch Week in Review
Taking a look back at the week of Feb. 6, just in case you missed something.
<b>Email: Jennifer.Reed@patch.com<br> Phone: 760-330-1383<br> Hometown: Missoula, Mont.<br> Birthday: February 27</b>
<b>Bio: </b>Jennifer Reed is a writer, editor, animal lover and Encinitas resident.
Originally from Missoula, Mont., Jennifer made her move from the Big Sky to the big surf last year, when she quit her restaurant job in search of a writing career. She found her break at San Diego News Network, where she took on the role of living editor and worked with several of her future Patch colleagues.
In addition to her role at SDNN – where she managed a team of freelance reporters, columnists and bloggers and wrote about practically everything – Jennifer has worked for local publications such as San Diego News Room and San Diego Uptown News.
As editor of Encinitas Patch, Jennifer aims to give this little beach town a large voice and help close the gap between media and the community.
When she is not busy tracking down the latest local dirt, she is likely getting a pedicure, watching re-runs of Law & Order: SVU or feeding her love for seaweed-free sushi.
Jennifer graduated from the University of Montana, Missoula, where she earned a degree in journalism.<br> <br> <b>Your Beliefs</b>
At Patch, we promise always to report the facts as objectively as possible and otherwise adhere to the principles of good journalism. However, we also acknowledge that true impartiality is impossible because human beings have beliefs. So in the spirit of simple honesty, our policy is to encourage our editors to reveal their beliefs to the extent they feel comfortable. This disclosure is not a license for the editor to inject their beliefs into stories or to dictate coverage according to them. In fact, the intent is the opposite: we hope that the knowledge that an editor's beliefs are on the record will cause him/her to be ever mindful to write, report and edit in a fair, balanced way. And if you ever see evidence that we failed in this mission, please let us know.
<b>Politics </b>
<b>How would you describe your political beliefs?</b>
I am not a very political person. Generally speaking, I would say I'm fiscally conservative and socially liberal. I'm open-minded.
<b>Are you registered with a certain party?</b>
Not currently.<br> <br> <b>Religion</b>
<b>How religious would you consider yourself?</b>
My mother was brought up Mormon, a faith that she abandoned in adulthood. Neither she nor my father believed in pushing one particular religion on me.
I believe in God and I believe that you can believe in a different God than I do without risking eternity in hell. There is also something to be said about the incredible power of prayer. Mostly, though, I believe in being a good person.<b><br> </b>
<b>Local Hot-Button Issues</b>
<b>What do you think are the most important issues facing the community? <br></b>
I think quality of life is what matters most here. With one of the lowest crime rates in the county and a friendly, small-town reputation, Encinitas seems to invite growth – bringing issues like the proposed I-5 expansion to the table – while the city struggles to keep its laid-back identity.
Though I am still very much getting to know Encinitas, it is clear that preservation is also a key issue in this stretch of paradise. Environmental topics like coastal conservation, desalination and marine protection seem to strike the hearts of the city's "green"-minded residents.
<b>Where do you stand on each of these issues? <br></b>
I live next door to the train tracks, so I'm not particularly worried about a little more highway noise. As far as the environment goes, I'm all for saving it.
Taking a look back at the week of Feb. 6, just in case you missed something.
As a result of the plea, the former Encinitas mayor cannot hold public office for four years.
Know a great kid in Encinitas? We want to honor him or her!
Torrey Pines State Beach came in as the cleanest and Tourmaline had the most trash in the Coastalkeeper and Surfrider report.
John Leendert Oskam is scheduled for a hearing before Magistrate Judge Jan Adler Tuesday afternoon.
Among the 25,000 pieces of Styrofoam, volunteers also recovered an electronic keyboard, a conveyor belt and a soup ladle.
Ever wonder what happens to all those letters addressed to the North Pole? Find out here.
Cyrus Sutton released the six-minute video on Friday to raise awareness about the yoga yurt, which the city says violates building codes.
Patch was officially welcomed to Encinitas on Nov. 30 with a cocktail party at Beachside Bar & Grill.
Residents are encouraged to participate in the workshop, which will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 16 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Encinitas Community and Senior Center.
It's that time of year again.
Marla Strich will keep her seat on the Encinitas Union School District Board of Trustees while Andrade and Sonken provide fresh blood.
The vote was 12,973 to 8,274 in favor of the bond measure.
Find out how the candidates fared last night with our live updates from Election Central.
Locals will honor the seaside town Saturday with a parade and festivities at Glen Park.
It’s time for a new beginning, for me and for Encinitas Patch.