HomeMy WebLinkAboutTC Digest 2010-08-27TOWN COUNCIL WEEKLY DIGEST
Week of August 23 - 27, 2010
Tiburon
1. Letter - Mayor Richard Collins - Smart Meters
2. Memorandum - Town Clerk - Proclamation for September 2010 Prostate
Cancer Awareness Month
3. Annual Report - Tiburon Heritage & Arts Commission
Agendas & Minutes
4. Action Minutes -Design Review Board -August 19, 2010
5. Agenda - Design Review Board - September 2, 2010
Regional
a) Invitation - MCL Business/Environment Breakfast - Sept. 17, 2010
Agendas & Minutes
b) None
* Council Only
Town of "Tiburon • 1505 Tiburon Boulevard •'Piburon, CA 94920 • P 415.435.7373 F. 415.435.2438 • rvww.ci.riburon.UTAB
August 27, 2010 ~i
William Devereaux
Senior Director, Smart Meter
Pacific Gas and Electric Company
77 Beale Street, Office 837
San Francisco, CA 94105
Re: SMART METERS
Dear Mr. Devereaux:
PG&E has begun installation of its Smart Meter wireless grid infrastructure in
Marin, with complete system installation for Marin County anticipated by the
spring of 2011. The Town of Tiburon is concerned that the company has
proceeded without adequately communicating with the public about the potential
benefits and drawbacks of the new system. Local governments are now being
asked questions by constituents who are very concerned about potential health,
accuracy and privacy issues associated with the meters.
To obtain answers, Tiburon invited a PG&E representative to its Town Council
meeting to address the topic. Mr. Brian Jensen of PG&E attended our August 25,
2010 meeting and attempted to provide information and answer questions from
the Council and the public. We appreciated his effort, but it was only partly
successful. Some questions went unanswered and ultimately the lack of clarity
reinforced the Council's opinion that PG&E has not done nearly enough to
educate and reassure the public before rolling out this new technology.
Accuracy
it is our understanding that PG&E began significant deployment of Smart Meters
in the summer of 2009, and soon after began receiving complaints from customers
regarding billing accuracy and device malfunction concerns. In response, in
October 2009, the CPUC ordered an independent evaluation/investigation to
evaluate Smart Meters and PG&E's deployment of them. That investigation is
ongoing and expected to be completed later this year. Inexplicably, the CPUC did
not require suspension of deployment during the investigation. However, the
Town Council was assured by Mr. Jensen that there would be no further
deployment in Tiburon until the results of the study were received by the CPUC.
We appreciate this and request that the results of the study be widely circulated to
the public.
Alice Fredericks
Mayor
Mi16 Berger
Vice Mayor
Dick Collins
Councitmember
Tom Gram
Councilmember
Jeff Slavitz
Councilmember
Margaret A. Curran
Town Manager
LETTER ro Wn Ruins DEVEr EAL!x, AUGUST 27, 2010 PAGE 1 OF 2
Safety
There remain unanswered questions about the SmartMeter technology. Mr.
Jensen was unable to provide answers on the total exposure to radiation that the
devices might impose. The Town would like PG&E to provide solid and clear
information to the public on exactly what the ekposure will be in different
circumstances, for instance, in a multi-family building or a single family home
neighborhood. What is the type of transmission energy or wave, and the units by
which it is measured, including frequency of wave, duration of each exposure,
number of exposures per 24 hour period (both sending and receiving)? What is
the effect on exposure, if any, of the cascading of transmissions across
households? What is the pattern of exposure? Additionally, the Town's residents
also would like to know what if any effects the transmissions may have on
pacemakers and hearing aids. Answers to these questions eluded us at our
meeting.
In consideration of the above, we respectfully request the following:
1. That PG&E honor its pledge made at the August 25, 2010 meeting that it
will not deploy any more meters in Tiburon until the results of the
accuracy study are accepted by the CPUC and made available to the
public; and
2. More and clearer public information about the safety of the system,
including answers to the questions posed above.
In short, the Town Council requests more information be made available to the
public to help it achieve a much higher comfort level that the system is fair and
accurate, and will protect the health and safety of our community.
Sine rely,
chard Collins
Mayor
Town of Tiburon
cc: Tiburon Town Council
California Public Utilities Commission
Senator Mark Leno
Assemblymember Jared Huffman
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TOWN OF TIBURON
1505 Tiburon Boulevard
Tiburon, CA 94920
To:
From:
Subject:
BACKGROUND
Mayor and Members of the "town Council
Office of the Town Clerk
Proclamation for September 2010 Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
Local resident Chris Morrison, himself a prostate cancer survivor, has submitted a request to the
Town for a proclamation to raise awareness about the disease and the importance of early
detection and screening.
The attached proclamation is being submitted to the Mayor for his signature.
Exhibits: Draft proclamation and information packet
Prepared By: Diane Crane lacopi, Town Clerk
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TOWN OF TIBURON PAGE 1 OF 1
TOWN OF TIBURON
PROCLAMATION
for
PROSTATE CANCERAWARENESS MONTH
SEPTEMBER 2010
WHEREAS, prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer.iu
men after shin caner, and the second most common cause of cancer death in men
after lung cancer;
WHEREAS, The American Cancer Society estimates 1 in 6 men will
develop prostate cancer in their lifetime and that there will be 217,730 new cases of
the disease in the USA in 2010, resulting in 32,050 deaths;
WHEREAS, in California, prostate cancer is the most common cancer
among men in almost all race and ethnic groups;
WHEREAS, the survival rate approaches 100% when prostate cancer is
diagnosed and treated early, but drops to 31% when it spreads to other parts of the
body;
WHEREAS, the American Cancer Society recommends that asymptomatic
men who have at least a 10-year life expectancy should have an opportunity to
maize an informed decision with their health care provider about screening for
prostate cancer;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town of Tiburon
joins other communities across the nation to help increase awareness about prostate
cancer and the importance of screening for this disease,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town of Tiburon proclaims
September 2010 as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in the Town of Tiburon.
RICHARD COLLINS, MAYOR
TOWN OF TIBURON
Dated: September 1, 2010
Proposed Proclamation
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month - September 2010
Table of Contents
Page Subject
1. Table of Contents
2. Discussion
3. Proposed Proclamation
4. Reference: ACS Cancer Facts & Figures 2010, page 23
5. Reference: ACS Cancer Facts & Figures 2010, page 30
6. Reference: ACS Cancer Facts & Figures 2010, page 62
7. Reference: California Cancer Facts & Figures 2010, page 2
8. Reference: California Cancer Facts & Figures 2010, page 16
9. White House Prostate Cancer Awareness Proclamation
to. U.S. Senate Prostate Cancer Awareness Resolution
it. California Governor's Prostate Cancer Awareness Proclamation
12. California Senate & Assembly Prostate Cancer Awareness Resolution
The American Cancer Society document Cancer Facts & Figures - 2010 can be
found on the ACS website: www.cancer.ore. In the Search box, type Cancer Facts
& Figures 2010. The entire 62-page document is available in a PDF format.
The California Cancer Facts & Figures - 2010 document can be found on the
web. In the Search box, type California Cancer Facts & Figures 2010. The entire
37-page document is available in a PDF format.
Prepared by
Bill Doss
California Prostate Cancer Coalition
4909 Moonshadow Court
Rocklin, CA 95677
916-772-2222
wdossAsurewest.net
www.prostatecalif.org
File: 1 -Table of Contents
1
Proposed Proclamation
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month - September 2010
Discussion
The purpose of this report is to request issuing a Proclamation declaring September 2010 as
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. In this report, the word "Resolution" may be substituted
for the word "Proclamation" as required by the issuing government body. This proposed
Proclamation is in keeping with the historical national practice of recognizing the month of
September as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.
Each year, the President of the United States, The United States Senate, and the Governors of
many States issue Proclamations declaring September as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.
Many counties and cities across the country also recognize Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
in September by issuing their own Proclamations.
There are approximately 2.2 million men alive today with a history of prostate cancer.
Prostate cancer is the most diagnosed cancer in men today, second only to skin cancer.
After lung cancer, prostate cancer is also the number one cause of cancer death in men.
The American Cancer Society estimates that 1 in 6 men will develop prostate cancer in their
lifetime. Men have a 33% higher rate of developing prostate cancer than women have of
developing breast cancer. In the average American family, the husband is more at risk of
developing prostate cancer than the wife is of developing breast cancer. Men also have a
4.5% higher death rate from prostate cancer than women have from breast cancer.
Every 16 minutes, 24/7, an American man dies from prostate cancer. The early stages of
prostate cancer usually show no symptoms and there are no self-tests. Early detection is the
key to prostate cancer survival. The 5-year survival rate for prostate cancer is 100% if the
disease is treated early. The 5-year survival rate drops to 31% if the cancer has metastasized.
In California, prostate cancer is the most common form of cancer among men in almost all
race/ethic groups. More men are diagnosed with prostate cancer in California than any other
state. California also has the highest number of deaths from the disease. This year, 22,640
men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in the state and 3,710 men will die of the disease.
The proposed Proclamation on the next page was prepared using the references listed in this
report. All of the references in this report are from 2010 American Cancer Society sources.
After each WHEREAS, there is a page number in parenthesis. This page number refers to the
location in this report for the source of the WHEREAS. Information on each reference page
has been underlined to assist the reader identify each WHEREAS.
Copies of last year's Prostate Cancer Awareness Proclamations from the White House,
US Senate, California Governor, and California Senate, are provided at the end of this report
for the reader to review the format and phrasing used in other Proclamations.
file: 2 -Discussion
Proposed Proclamation
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month - September 2010
This is a Proclamation to designate September 2010 as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.
1 WHEREAS, prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men after skin cancer, and
the second most cause of cancer death in men, exceeded only by lung cancer deaths; and (page 4)
2 WHEREAS, the American Cancer Society estimates 1 in 6 men will develop prostate cancer
in their lifetime and there will be 217,730 new cases of the disease in the USA in 2010, resulting in
32,050 deaths; and (page 4)
3 WHEREAS, in California, prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men in almost
all race and ethnic groups and African-American men are over 45% more likely to develop this
disease than non-Hispanic white men and over 60% more likely than Hispanic men; and (page 8)
4 WHEREAS, 20,120 men in California will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year and
3,035 California men will die from this disease; and (page 7)
5 WHEREAS, the survival rate approaches 100% when prostate cancer is diagnosed and
treated early, but drops to 3l % when it spreads to the other parts of the body; and (page 5)
6 WHEREAS, the American Cancer Society recommends that asymptomatic men who have
at least a 10-year life expectancy should have an opportunity to make an informed decision with
their health care provider about screening for prostate cancer; and (page 6)
7 WHEREAS, men at average risk should receive this information at age 50 and African
American men and men with a father or brother diagnosed with prostate cancer before age 65
should receive this information beginning at age 45; and (page 6)
8 WHEREAS, men with multiple family members diagnosed with prostate cancer before
age 65 should receive this information beginning at age 40; and (page 6)
9 WHEREAS, very little is known about the causes of prostate cancer and most prostate
cancer cases are diagnosed as the result of a PSA screening test; and (page 8 & 5)
10 WHEREAS, the (name of issuing governing body) joins communities across our nation to
increase the awareness about the importance for men to make an informed decision with their health
care provider about screening for prostate cancer, and now, therefore be it
11 RESOLVED, that the (name of issuing government body) designate September 2010 as
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.
file: 3 - Proposed Proclamation
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Who Gets Prostate Cancer?
Excluding skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most commonly
diagnosed cancer among men in the US and the second most
common cause of cancer death among men. It is estimated that
about 1 in 6 men in the US will be diagnosed with prostate can-
cer during their lifetime and 1 in 36 will die from this disease.
Despite the important burden of prostate cancer cases and
deaths, and extensive research on its causes, prevention, early
detection, and treatment, many uncertainties remain about this
cancer. This Special Section contains information about what
we know about prostate cancer, what we dorA know, and the
research that has been done to try to answer these questions.
Information in this article may be helpful to clinicians, men who
are concerned about their risk of prostate cancer, who are mak-
ing decisions about prostate cancer screening or treatment, or
who are undergoing treatment or follow-up, as well as to anyone
interested in learning more about this type of cancer.
How Man Cases and Deaths Are Estimated
to Occur z
• Prostate cancer accounts for about 1 in 4 newly diagnosed
cancers each year among US men. In 2010, an estimated 217,730
new cases of prostate cancer will be diagnosed in the US.
• Prostate cancer is the second most common cause of cancer
death in men. In 2010, approximately 32,050 men are expected
to die from prostate cancer. Only lung cancer accounts for
more cancer deaths in US men.
Table 1. Probability of Developing Prostate
Cancer Over Selected Age Intervals by Race, Us,
2004-2006*
Age White African American
30 to 39 0.01(l in 12,288) 0.02(l in 4,379)
40 to 49 0.270 in 375) 0.600 in 168)
50 to 59 2.14(l in 47) 3.780 in 26)
60 to 69 6.23(l in 16) 9.75(l in 10)
70 to 79 8.02(l in 12) 11.17(l in 9)
Lifetime risk 15.39(l in 6) 18.32(1 in 5)
'For people free of cancer at beginning of age interval. Percentages and "1 in"
numbers may not be equivalent due to rounding.
Source: DevCan: Probability of Developing or Dying of Cancer Software,
version 6.4.1. Statistical Research and Applications Branch, National Cancer
Institute, 2009. srab cancer.gw/devcan.
Age
• Age is the most important risk factor for prostate cancer. Pros-
tate cancer incidence rates increase in men until about age 70
and decline thereafter. During 2002-2006, men aged 70 to 74
had the highest incidence rate, 888.6 cases per 100,000 white
men and 1279.1 cases per 100,000 African American men.
• During 2002-2006, the median age at theme of prostate
cancer diagnosis was 68 years. This means that about half
of the men who developed prostate cancer were age 68 or
younger at the time of diagnosis.
• The probability of developing prostate cancer varies greatly
by age (Table 1). For white men who are cancer free at age 50,
the probability of developing prostate cancer in the next 10
years is 2.14% (1 in 47); this rises to 8.02'% (1 in 12) for a man
whose current age is 70. For African American men, the prob-
abilities are substantially greater; 3.78% (1 in 26) at age 50 and
11.17'% (1 in 9) at age 70.
• Death rates for prostate cancer increase with age. During
2002-2006, the median age of death from prostate cancer was
80 years.
Race/Ethnicity
• African American men have a higher incidence of prostate
cancer and are more likely to die from the disease than
white men in every age group. In 2002-2006, the overall age-
adjusted incidence rate for white men was 146.3 per 100,000,
and for African American men it was 231.9 per 100,000. Dur-
ing the same time period, the mortality rate for white men
was 23.6 per 100,000 and for African American men it was
56.3 per 100,000.'
• Incidence and death rates for prostate cancer are lower
among men of other racial and ethnic groups than among
white and African American men (Figure 1).
Socioeconomic position
Prostate cancer death rates vary by years of education, espe-
cially among African American men. In a study of death rates
among men aged 25 to 64 by level of education, American
Cancer Society researchers found that the prostate cancer
death rate for African American men with 12 or fewer years of
education was twice that of men with more than 12 years of
education.' In white men, the prostate cancer death rate for
those with 12 or fewer years of education, was 1.5 times that
of men with more than 12 years of education.
Prostate cancer death rates declined markedly among
African American and white men from 1993 to 2001. In both
populations, declines were greater among men with 13 or
more years of education'
M
Cancer Facts & Figures 2010 23
Table 3. Examples of Prostate Cancer Treatment Recommendations by Disease Characteristics
and Life Expectancy
Risk of progression
& recurrence Clinical characteristics
Life expectancy
Recommended initial treatment options
Low
T142a, and Gleason score 2-6,
< 10 years
Active surveillance
and Blood PSA level < 10 ng/mL
> 10 years
Active surveillance or radical prostatectomy or
radiation therapy (external beam or bracbytherapy)
Intermediate
T2b-T2c, or Gleason score 7 or
< 10 years
Active surveillance or radical prostatectomy or radiation
PSA level 10.20 ng/mL
therapy (external beam brachytherapy) ADT
> 10 years
Radical prostatectomy or radiation therapy (external beam
brachytherapy) ADT
High risk
T3a, or Gleason 8-10 or PSA
All
Radical prostatectomy (selected patients) or radiation therapy
level > 20 ng/mL
(external beam) + long-term ADT
ADT - androgen deprivation therapy
Source: Prostate Cancer. NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology 2009."
For PSA levels between 2.5 and 4.0 ng/ml, health care providers
should consider an individualized risk assessment that incor-
porates other risk factors for prostate cancer, particularly for
high-grade cancer, which may be used for a biopsy recommen-
dation. Factors that increase the risk of prostate cancer include
African American race, family history of prostate cancer,
increasing age, and an abnormal DRE. A prior negative biopsy
lowers risk.
How is prostate cancer diagnosed?
When prostate cancer is suspected, a biopsy is performed. A
biopsy is a procedure in which a sample of body tissue is removed
and examined under a microscope. A core needle biopsy is the
main method used to diagnose prostate cancer. Several biopsy
samples are taken from the prostate and evaluated to determine
whether cancer is present and whatgrade it is based on the degree
of abnormality of the cells. Additional tests may be required to
determine if the cancer has spread beyond the prostate.
What Factors Influence Prostate
Cancer Survival?
Prostate cancer survival rates are strongly related to stage, with
a 5-year relative survival rate approaching 100% among patients
diagnosed with localized or regional disease and 31% among
men diagnosed at distant stage." However, prostate cancer
survival rates in the US are strongly influenced by widespread
screening. Most prostate cancer cases are diagnosed as the
result of a PSA screening test, which advances the time by which
they will be diagnosed (referred to as lead time) by as much as
5 to 7 years.38 As a result, the majority of US men with prostate
cancer are diagnosed with localized disease!"
Among patients with localized or regional stage disease, factors
associated with disease recurrence and progression include PSA
level and Gleason score.4344 These factors, along with tumor (T)
stage, extent of lymph node involvement, and life expectancy,
are used to estimate the risk of progression and recurrence and
to assist with treatment decisions (Table 3).44
T stage expresses the size and extension of the tumor. TI
tumors are so small that they can't be felt during a DRE or
seen with imaging such as transrectal ultrasound. T2 tumors
can be felt during a DRE but appear to be confined to the
prostate gland. T3 tumors have begun to grow and spread
outside the prostate and may involve the seminal vesicles. T4
tumors have grown into tissues next to the prostate (other
than the seminal vesicles), such as the bladder sphincter
(muscle that helps control urination), the rectum, and/or the
wall of the pelvis. Patients with T3 tumors have AJCC Stage III
(regional stage disease) and those with T4 tumors are consid-
ered to have AJCC Stage IV (distant stage disease).
PSA level and velocity (rate of increrase over time) have been
associated with the likelihood of recurrence or progression.
PSA levels of less than 10 ng/mL are considered to be low
risk; 10-20 ng/mL, intermediate risk; and greater than 20 ng/
mL, high risk. A PSA velocity of greater than 2 ng/mL in the
year prior to diagnosis is associated with both a greater risk
of disease relapse and a higher risk of prostate cancer death
following treatment.45"
Gleason score expresses the grade of the tumor, which is the
degree to which it resembles normal prostate tissue. Higher
Gleason scores indicate larger differences from normal tissue
and more aggressive disease. Cancers with Gleason scores of
2 to 4 are sometimes called well differentiated or low grade;
cancers with Gleason scores of 5 to 7 may be called moder-
ately differentiated or intermediate grade; and cancers with
Gleason scores of B to 10 may be called poorly differentiated
or high grade.
30 Cancer Facts & Figures 2010
F
Screening Guidelines for the Early Detection of Cancer in Average-risk
symptomatic People
Cancer Site Population Test or Procedure
Frequency
Breast Women, Breast self-examination
Beginning in their early 20s, women should be told about the benefits and limitations of
age 20+
breast self-examination (BSE). The importance of prompt reporting of any new breast symp-
toms to a health professional should be emphasized. Women who choose to do BSE should
receive instruction and have their technique reviewed on the occasion of a periodic health
examination. It is acceptable for women to choose not to do BSE or to dm9$E irregularly.
Clinical breast examination
For women in their 20s and 30s, it is recommended that clinical breast examination (CBE)
be part of a periodic health examination, preferably at least every three years. Asymptomatic
women aged 40 and over should continue to receive a clinical breast examination as part of a
periodic health examination, preferably annually.
Mammography
Begin annual mammography at age 40.`
Colorectal' Men and Tests that find polyps
women, and cancer.,
age 50+ Flexible sigmuidoscopy,' or
Every five years, starting at age 50
Colonoscopy, or
Every 10 years, starting at age 50
Double-contrast barium
Every five years, starting at age 50
enema (DCBE),` or
CT colonography (virtual
Every five years, starting at age 50
colonoscopy)'
Tests that mainly find
Annual, starting at age 50
cancer:
Fecal occult blood test
(FOBT) with at least 50%
test sensitivity for cancer, or
fecal immunochemical test
(Fin with at least 50% test
sensitivity for cancer's or
Stool DNA test (sDNA)'
Interval uncertain, starting at age 50
Prostate Men, age 50+ Prostateapecific antigen
Asymptomatic men who have at least a 10-rear life exRectancv should have an opportunity to
test (PSA) with or without
make an informed decision with their rearm care proncer aaoour screening for prostate cancer
digital rectal exam (DRE)
after receiving information about the uncertainties, risks, and potential benefits associated
with screening. Men at average risk should receive this information beginning at 50. Men
at higher risk, including African American men and men with a first degree relative (father or
brother) diagnosed with prostate cancer before age 65, should receive this information ~2~-
nin at age 45. Men at appreciably higher risk (multiple family members diagnosed with pros-
tate cancer before age 65) should receive this information beginning at age 40.
Cervix Women, Pap test
Cervical cancer screening should begin approximately three years after a woman begins having
age 18+
vaginal intercourse, but no later than 21 years of age. Screening should be done every year
with conventional Pap tests or every two years using liquid-based Pap tests. At or after age
30, worsen who have had three normal test results in a row may get screened every two to
three years with cervical cytology (either conventional or liquid-based Pap test) alone, or every
three years with an HPV DNA test plus cervical cytology. Women 70 years of age and older
who have had three or more normal Pap tests and no abnormal Pap tests in the past 10 years
and women who have had a total hysterectomy may choose to stop cervical cancer screening.
Endometrial Women, at At the time of menopause, women at average risk should be informed about risks and symptoms of endometrial cancer
menopause and strongly encouraged to report any unexpected bleeding or spotting to their physicians.
Cancer- Men and On the occasion of a periodic
health examination, the cancer-related checkup should include examination for cancers of the
related women, thyroid, testicles, ovaries, lymph nodes, oral cavity, and skin, as well as health counseling about tobacco, sun exposure, diet
checkup age 20+ and nutrition, risk factors, sexual practices, and environmental and occupational exposures.
• Beginning a< age 40, annual clinical breast examination should be performed prior to mammography.
tlndivlduals with a personal or family history of colorectal cancer or adenomas, inflammatory bowel disease, or high-risk genetic syndromes should continue to follow the
most recent recommendations for individuals at increased or high risk,
tColonx y should be done d test results are positive.
4 For FORT or FR used as a screening test, the take-home multiple sample method should be used. A FOBT or Err done during a digital rectal exam in the doctor's office is
not adequate for screening.
62 Cancer Facts & Figures 2010 r 67
Expected Numbers of New Cases, Deaths, and Existing Cases of Common
Cancers in California, 2010
New Cases
Deaths
Existing Cases
Mate Prostate
20,120
30%
3.035
1
11%
222.400
41%
Lung
7,825
12%
6,985
5%
17,200
3%
Colon & Rectum
7,200
11%
2,585
9%
55.500
10%
Leukemia & Lymphoma
5,675
8%
2.535
9%
46,1100
8%
Urinary Bladder
4,420
7%
935
3%
38,800
7%
All Cancers Combined
67.270
100%
27,855
100%
543,500
100%
Female Breast
22,385
34%
4,195
16%
283,700
42%
Lung
6,855
10%
6,150
23%
20,300
3%
Colon & Rectum
6,960
10%
2,490
9%
57.500
8%
Uterus & Cervix
5,585
8%
1,220
5%
94.000
14%
Leukemia & Lymphoma
4,435
7%
2,035
8%
40,600
6%
All Cancers Combined
66,685
100%
26.800
100%
679,000
100%
Sooroe: California Cancer Registry, California Department of Public Health. Excludes non-melanoma akin cancers and in Ban cancers,
except bladder. Deaths include persons who may have been diagnosed in previous years. These projections are offered as a rough guide
and should not be regarded as definitive.
Existing cases estimates in this report reflect a am method of estimating those counts. The old method used prevalence rates from
1994. Because of the improvements in diagnostic techniques and cancer treatment since 1994, we believe the new method more
accurately estimates the true number of existing cancer cases in California. For more information please visit the California Cancer
Registry web site athttp:#/ .cerralorgl
California Statistics
•
Cancer incidence rates in California declined by
11% from 1988 to 2007.
Over the same period, cancer mortality rates declined
by 21%. Mortality rates declined for all four
major racial/ethnic groups in the state.
Tobacco-related cancers continue to decline, including
cancers of the lung and bronchus, larynx, oral cavity,
pancreas, stomach, and bladder. California has
experienced a much larger decrease in lung cancer
incidence rates than the U.S., in large part due to the
success of the California tobacco control initiative.
The female breast cancer incidence rate in California
has decreased by 7%, but the mortality rate has
decreased by 31%.
• The prostate cancer incidence rate increased by 7096
from 1988 to 1992, but since then has declined to 1990
levels. The mortality rate has declined by 36% air" 1988.
• Colon and rectum cancer incidence and mortality
rates are declining sharply in most racial/ethnic
groups-
a Cancer incidence in California is about the same or
somewhat lower than elsewhere in the U.S. for most
types of cancer.
• Despite these improvements, nearly one out of every
two Californians born today will develop cancer at
some point in their lives, and it is likely that one in
five will die of the disease.
Source: California Cancer Registry, California Department of Public Health.
Cancer incidence rates are calculated usiingtwo components: the numerator (the numberofnewlydiagmsed cancercasm) and the denominator
(the number of people in the population). The California Cmcm Registry continuously updates cancer case counts as new information is
received. This may result in the addition of new cases upon receipt of new reports or the removal of cases as duplicates are identified. At the
same time, population counts are continuously revised by state and federal officials to reflect updated information on population growth.
These changes will affect cancer rates, and may result in the revision of a previously published cancer rate. These revised rates impact previ-
ously published estimates of fluctuations in cancer rates over time. For more information please visit the California Cancer Registry axb site at
httpd/www.ccrcalorgl
Sigmoidoscopy/Colonoscopy Use Among
Persons Ages 50 and Older by Race/Ethnicity
in California, 2008
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American Cancer Society Colon and Rectum
Cancer Activities
The American Cancer Society has an aggressive,
multipronged initiative to reduce incidence and mortality
from colon and rectum cancer: educating men and women
ages 50 and over that they need to get tested; encouraging
physicians and other health care providers to recommend
screening to their eligible patients; and working with
health plans and health insurers who set policy and
control payment for screening procedures. The legislative
advocacy campaign targets activities to increase funding
to support research into the causes, cures, and care of
colon and rectum cancer and addresses legislation for
programs to provide coverage for screening.
The Society is also a strong supporter and participant
in the statewide California Colorectal Cancer Coalition
(C4), whose mission is to save lives and reduce suffering
from colorectal cancer. C4 has provided Colorectal
Cancer education to Californians through community
forums. In Spring 2009, C4 held its first Annual Lobby
Day at the State Capitol to increase awareness among the
State Legislators the importance of adequate screening
resources for all Californians.
Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer anon men in
almost all racial/ethnic ou in California. The number
o prostate cancers iagnosed each year rose dramatically
in the early 1990s when the prostate-specific antigen
(PSA) test began to be widely used to detect this cancer.
Incidence rates peaked in 1992-93 and were approximately
2.5% higher in 2007 than in 1988, depending on
race/ethnicity. These trends are consistent with the rapid
introduction of a new, sensitive screening method.
African American men are at especially high risk for
rostate cancer. The are over 45% more like to develo
this disease than non-Hispanic white men, over more
likely than Hispanic men, and nearly three times more
likely than Asian/Pacific Islanders. Unlikebreast cancer,
prostate cancer tends to be diagnosed late in life. Nearly
65% of prostate cancers are diagnosed among men ages
65 and older.
Very little is known about the causes of prostate cancer.
Large international differences in prostate cancer risk
indicate that lifestyle factors such as diet may be involved,
and it is likely that diet interacts with hormonal status in
complex ways.
The survival rate for prostate cancer is quite high (see
page 7), especially when diagnosed early. Prostate cancer
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THE WHITE HOUSE
Office of the Press Secretary
For Immediate Release
August 31, 2009
NATIONAL PROSTATE CANCER AWARENESS MONTH, SEPTEMBER 2009
BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
A PROCLAMATION
As a Nation, we have made significant progress in the fight against prostate cancer. Over the last
decade, prostate cancer mortality rates have fallen substantially. Yet, despite this
progress, among men in the United States prostate cancer remains the most commonly diagnosed
cancer and the second leading cause of cancer deaths. One in six men in this country will be
diagnosed with prostate cancer. National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month is an opportunity to renew
our commitment to find better ways to prevent, detect, and control this disease.
Prostate cancer affects both those stricken with the disease and their families, often occurring when
they least expect it. The cancer does not discriminate among husbands, fathers, brothers, and sons,
and it does not differentiate on race, age, or income. Americans of every background know its
dangers. Families share in the struggles of prostate cancer, bearing the emotional and financial
concerns along with the afflicted.
My Administration supports prevention efforts and research to develop better screening tests, uncover
more effective treatments, and ensure quality care for all who are diagnosed
with this illness. We must ensure that more men are educated about all aspects of the disease
including prevention, early detection and possible treatment options. To expand our
knowledge of this cancer, the National Institutes of Health, the Department of Defense, and the Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention are playing leading roles in research. Their work is
helping to reduce the burden of prostate cancer and save lives for generations to come.
This month, we remember the lives we have lost, and we recommit ourselves to supporting those
currently battling against the disease. National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month also highlights the
great medical advancements we have made and reminds us there is still much work to be done. As a
Nation, we are united in our resolve to reduce incidence of prostate cancer and improve the lives of all
those affected.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the
authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby
proclaim September 2009 as National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. I encourage citizens,
Government agencies, private businesses, nonprofit organizations, and other interested groups
to join in activities that will increase awareness of what Americans can do to prevent and control
prostate cancer.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of August, in the year of our
Lord two thousand nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and
thirty-fourth.
BARACK OBAMA
111th CONGRESS, 1st Session
S. RES. 277 Designating September 2009 as
National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
September 21, 2009
Mr. SESSIONS (for himself, Mr. BAYH, Mr. BENNETT. Mrs. BOXER, Mr. BROWNBACK, Mr. CARDIN, Mr. CHAMBUSS, Mr. COCHRAN,
Ms. COLLINS, Mr. CRAPO, Mr. DODD, Mr. DORGAN, Mr. FEINGOLD, Mm. FEINSTEIN, Mr. GRASSLEY, Mr. INHOFE, Mr. INOUYE, Mr.
ISAKSON, Mr. JOHNSON, Mr. KERRY, Ms. LANDRIEU, Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. SHELBY, Mr. SPECTER, Mr. VITTER, Mr. WHITEHOUSE,
and Mr. WICKER) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to
RESOLUTION
Designating September 2009 as 'National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month'.
Whereas countless families in the United States live with prostate cancer;
Whereas 1 in 6 men in the United States will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in his lifetime;
Whereas prostate cancer is the most commonly-diagnosed non-skin cancer and the second most common cause of cancer-
related deaths among men in the United States;
Whereas in 2009, 192,280 men in the United States will be diagnosed with prostate cancer and 27,360 men in the United
States will die of prostate cancer,
Whereas 30 percent of new diagnoses of prostate cancer occur in men under the age of 65;
Whereas a man in the United States turns 50 years old approximately every 14 seconds, increasing his odds of developing
cancer, including prostate cancer,
Whereas African-American males suffer a prostate cancer incidence rate up to 65 percent higher than white males and
double the prostate cancer mortality rates of white males;
Whereas obesity is a significant predictor of the severity of prostate cancer and the probability that the disease will lead to
death, and high cholesterol levels are strongly associated with advanced prostate cancer,
Whereas if a man in the United States has 1 family member diagnosed with prostate cancer, he has a 1 in 3 chance of being
diagnosed with prostate cancer, if he has 2 family members with such diagnoses, he has an 83 percent risk, and if he has 3
family members with such diagnoses, he then has a 97 percent risk of prostate cancer,
Whereas screening by both a digital rectal examination and a prostate-specific antigen blood test can detect the disease in
its early stages, increasing the chances of surviving more than 5 years to nearly 100 percent, while only 33 percent of men
survive more than 5 years if diagnosed during the late stages of the disease;
Whereas there are no noticeable symptoms of prostate cancer while it is still in the early stages, making screening critical;
Whereas ongoing research promises further improvements in prostate cancer prevention, early detection, and treatments;
and
Whereas educating people in the United States, including health care providers, about prostate cancer and early detection
strategies is crucial to saving the lives of men and preserving and protecting families: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the Senate-
(1) designates September 2009 as 'National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month';
(2) declares that steps should be taken-
(A) to raise awareness about the importance of screening methods for, and treatment of, prostate
cancer;
(B) to increase research funding that is commensurate with the burden of the disease So that the
screening and treatment of prostate cancer may be improved, and so that the causes of, and a
cure for, prostate cancer may be discovered; and
(C) to continue to consider ways for improving access to, and the quality of, health care services
for detecting and treating prostate cancer, and
(3) calls on the people of the United States, interested groups, and affected persons-
(A) to promote awareness of prostate cancer,
(B) to take an active role in the fight to end the devastating effects of prostate cancer on
individuals, their families, and the economy; and
(C) to observe National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month with appropriate ceremonies and
activities.
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File: SAES 277, 2009, U.S. Senate
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EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
PROCLAMATION
Prostate cancer is a serious disease that affects more than two million Americans and is the
most common cancer among California men. It is estimated that more than 192,000 men in
the United States will be diagnosed with the illness this year, and another 27,000 will die
from it.
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valuable advancements, and their efforts will help to terminate this disease.
This month, I join my fellow citizens in renewing our commitment to the fight against
prostate cancer. By promoting awareness and working toward a cure, we can all take part in
this noble cause.
NOW, THEREFORE, 1, ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER, Governor of the State of
California, do hereby proclaim September 2009, as "Prostate Cancer Awareness Month."
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Great Seal of the
State of California to be affixed this 26th day of August 2009
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CALIFORNIA SENATE BILL NUMBER. SCR 14
Senate Concurrent Resolution
Relative to Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
Filed with the Secretary of State July 16, 2009
Adopted in the Senate on June 8, 2009
Adopted in the Assembly on July 13, 2009
INTRODUCED BY Senator Asnestad, (Coauthors: Senators Cox and DeSaulnier).
(Coauthors: Assembly Members Bill Benyhill, Block, De Leon, DeVore, Gilmore, Hall, Huffman, Jeffries,
Krekodan, Lieu, Ma,Monning, Nestande, Niello, Portantino, Silva, Smyth, Torrico, and Yamada)
LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST
SCR 14, Aanestad. Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. This measure would designate the month of
September 2009 as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in the State of California and would encourage public
officials and citizens to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs.
WHEREAS, The American Cancer Society estimates that one in six men will develop prostate cancer in their
lifetime and that there will be over 192,000 new cases of the disease in the United States in the current year,
resulting in over 27,000 deaths; and
WHEREAS, In California, prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men in all race and ethnic
groups. African American men are 45 percent more likely to develop this disease than any other group of
men; and
WHEREAS, In California, approximately 18,000 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year and
each day more than eight Califomia men will die of this disease; and
WHEREAS, While prostate cancer is a leading cause of cancer deaths in men, little is known about this
disease and there are usually no symptoms in the early stages; and
WHEREAS, The survival rate approaches 100 percent when prostate cancer is diagnosed and treated early,
but drops to 32 percent when the disease spreads to other parts of the body; and
WHEREAS, Early detection is key to survival and the American Cancer Society recommends that every man
should be offered screening tests determined by his age and risk factor, including an annual
prostate specific antigen (PSA) blood test and digital rectal examination (DRE); and
WHEREAS, Men who have several close relatives who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer at an
early age should begin their testing at 40 years of age; and
WHEREAS, Men who have a father, son, or brother who was diagnosed with prostate cancer before 65
years of age, and all African American men, should begin testing at 45 years of age; and
WHEREAS, Other men should begin testing at 50 years of age if they have a fife expectancy of at least an
additional 10 years; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature
designates the month of September 2009 as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in the State of
California and that public officials and citizens of California are encouraged to observe the month with
appropriate activities and programs; and be it further
Resolved, That the Legislature joins communities across our nation to increase the awareness of the
importance of early detection and treatment of prostate cancer; and be it further
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate
distribution.
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Town of Tiburon Heritage & Arts Commission
1505 Tiburon Boulevard, Tiburon, CA 94920
415-435-7373
www.tiburonheritaaeandarts.org
To: Tiburon Mayor and Town Council
From: Heritage & Arts Commission Chair
Subject: Annual Report
Date: September 1, 2010
HERITAGE AND ARTS COMMISSION ANNUAL REPORT
June 2009 - July 2010
The Tiburon Heritage and Arts Commission respectfully submits the following report of its
activities for the Fiscal Year 2009/2010.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Commission is to preserve and advance the Town's unique historical and
cultural character and to advance the arts in the community.
Ongoing Achievements:
Art Exhibits:
The Commission sponsors six two-month art exhibits each year in the Town Hall with a
public reception in the Community Room. The Commission also sponsors six two-month art
exhibits in the downstairs Lobby and Council Chambers.
Featured Artists - Community Room
2009
Nancy Reek - Quilts
Craig Coss - Semi Ink Archival Prints
Diane Smith - Photography
Rex Fink Retrospective - Oil Paintings
2010
Christina Marcu - Mixed Media
let Annual Del Mar Art Student Exhibit - Silk Screen Posters of Local
Landmarks
Kathy Gray - Oils/Giclee
Lobby & Council Chambers:
2009
2010
Elizabeth Larose - Abstract Landscapes
Leslie Gifford - Oil and Giclee
501h Anniversary Landmarks Society History Collection - Photography &
Fine Art
Lee Ruggles - Oils
Brandon Munley - Illustrations/Acrylics
Jeff and Alex Deleuse - Photography
Mary Catherine Bach - Photo Transfers
2010 Annual Heritage Preservation Award
This award was created to recognize excellence in safeguarding yesterday's treasures for
our residents of the Tiburon Peninsula. This year, a public reception was held for Roger
Felton followed by a presentation of the award before the Town Council for his outstanding
achievement in preserving the Tiburon Peninsula's historic past.
Mr. Felton served twice as President of the Landmarks Society and was president in 1995
when the Society signed a 99 year lease with the Tiburon Town Council for the Historic
Railroad/Ferry Depot.
Artist Laureate
Ms. Mary Musalo, Tiburon Artist Laureate since August 2008, has completed the second
year of her four year term. She continues to fulfill her mission "to shine the light on
Tiburon Peninsula artists," conducting art classes and workshops inviting guest artists to
share their techniques with the students, painting the Labor Day Poster, serving as judge
for the Children's Poster Contest for the Salmon Release Event and awarding the winner at
Marin Country Day School, welcoming and encouraging artists who display in Town Hall,
and preparing for her "Art Talks", open to the general public, which begin in the Fall of
2010.
Public Events & Proiects:
First Annual Del Mar Students Art Exhibit at Town Hall
Commission contributed proceeds from the Exhibit to The Foundation for Reed Schools to
further the development of art and young artists in the community.
Authorized an honorarium to Aaron Snyder, Del Mar Art teacher, in appreciation and
recognition of his dedication and hard work in working with the commission to make this
project possible.
Sam Chapman Bronze Memorial Project
Commission worked with Frank Buscher towards design and completion of bronze plaque
to honor this hometown athlete. Installation of plaque in Pt. Tiburon Plaza scheduled for
Spring of 2011.
Tiburon International Film Festive March, 2010
Commission made their 41h annual donation of funds to support this popular event.
Tiburon Art Festival - August 22-23, 2009
Commission made a donation as well as a commitment to this event to assist and support
the artists.
Landmarks Society
Commission continued support of the society's historical events in the community, with
contributions of time, labor and financial support, as well as co-producing the Concerts at
Old St. Hilary's
Haitian Relief Art Auction
Commission made a contribution as well as volunteering time to support the relief effort
which ultimately raised $31,000.
Annual Salmon Release Event
Commission made a contribution to this annual community event.
Historic Buildings
Commission reviewed historic photos as part of remodel project of Harbor Light Building on
Main Street.
Commemorative Book, Mayors' Book, H&A Commission Book
The Commission is on a continuous mission to maintain these books that are located in the
Town Hall Lobby for public viewing.
Fundraising
The Commission receives 25% from art exhibit sales. The funds enable the Commission to
sponsor its annual event, the Heritage Preservation Award, and work with the Town
Manager to enhance the Town Hall. Plans are in place to replace the Lobby tack board to
refresh its appearance and to provide a backdrop for the Lobby art exhibit venue.
In Conclusion
The Heritage and Arts Commission continues to fulfill its mission by showcasing the work
of local artists, working with community groups to promote an awareness of local heritage,
and to recognize citizens and groups for their commitment to preserving the Town's history.
Respectfully submitted by Patricia Navone, Chairman, on behalf of Jaleh Etemad, David
Gotz, Ric Postle, Marlene Rice and Anne Thull.
TOWN OF TIBURON
Tiburon Town Hall
1505 Tiburon Boulevard
Tiburon, CA 94920
Action Minutes - Regular Meeting
Design Review Board
August 19, 2010
7:00 P.M.
ACTION MINUTES #13
TIBURON DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL At 7:00 PM
Present: Chairman Chong, Boardmembers Emberson, Kricensky & Weller
Absent: Vice Chairman Tollini
Ex-Officio: Planning Manager Watrous
CONSENT CALENDAR
55 MT. TIBURON ROAD: File No. 710062; Zach and Annette Faidi, Owners; Walter
and Betsy Menzel, Appellants; Adoption of Resolution Denying Appeal of Planning
Staffs decision to approve a Site Plan and Architectural Review application for
construction of a six foot high (6') deer fence. Resolution Adopted 3-0
NEW BUSINESS
2. 47 UPPER NORTH TERRACE: File No. 21013; John Harrington and Ida Baugh,
Owners; Site Plan and Architectural Review for construction of additions to an existing
single-family dwelling, with variances for reduced front yard setback and excess lot
coverage. The applicants propose to construct 187 square feet of additions to expand the
existing living and dining rooms of the house. The additions would extend to within 14
feet, 6 inches of the front property line in lieu of the minimum 30 foot front yard setback
for this property. The additions would cover 28.9% of the site, in lieu of the maximum
15.0% lot coverage for this property. Approved 3-0
490 RIDGE ROAD: File No. 21015; Stephen and Honey Schwartz, Owners; Site Plan
and Architectural Review for construction of a new spa and landscape improvements,
with a variance for reduced side yard setback. The new spa would have a reduced side
yard setback of 3 feet, 6 inches in lieu of the minimum 15 feet. Approved 4-
MINUTES
4 Regular Meeting of August 5, 2010 Approved 3-
ADJOURNMENT At 7.40 PM
Action Minutes #13 8/19/10 Design Review Board Meeting
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DIGEST
TOWN OF TIBURON Regular Meeting
Tiburon Town Hall Design Review Board
1505 Tiburon Boulevard September 2, 2010
Tiburon. CA 94920 7:00 P.M.
AGENDA
TIBURON DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Chairman Tollini, Vice Chairman KricensLy, Boardmembers Chong. Emberson & Weller
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Persons wishing to address the Design Review Board on any subject not on the agenda may do so under this
portion of the agenda. Please note that the Design Review Board is not able to undertake extended
discussion, or take action on, items that do not appear on this agenda. Matters requiring action will be
referred to Town Staff for consideration and/or placed on a future Design Review Board agenda. Please
limit your comments to no more than three (3) minutes. Any communications regarding an item not on the
agenda will not be considered part of the administrative record for that item.
STAFF BRIEFING (if anv)
OLD BUSINESS
2312 SPANISH TRAIL: File No. 710021: Bill and Jay Norris, Owners; Site Plan and
Architectural Review for construction of a detached two-family dwelling, with a detached two-
family exception. The applicants propose to construct a 1,180 square foot detached dwelling below
the existing house on the site. APN: 059-201-32 [DW] Continued to October 7, 2010
680 HAWTHORNE DRIVE: File No. 709044; Colleen Mahoney, Owner; Site Plan and
Architectural Review for construction of additions to an existing single-family dwelling. The
applicants propose to construct a 1,072 square foot second story addition to add a larger master
bedroom suite, two bedrooms, one bathroom, a laundry room, and a guest suite for the existing
dwelling. Four new skylights would be installed. APN: 055-191-18 Continued to October 7, 2010
NEW BUSINESS
3. 1801 MAR WEST STREET: File No. 710101; Ron Sires, Owner; Site Plan and Architectural
Review for construction of a new single-family dwelling with a floor area exception. The applicant
proposes to demolish the existing dwelling and reconstruct a new dwelling, as well as remodel the
existing detached garage and guest house The proposed floor area is 3,758 square feet, which
would exceed the floor area ratio of 3.085 square feet for this property by 673 square feet. APN
059-061-21 [DW]
MINUTES
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