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OTPA's Annual Art of Wine Gala

JOIN US for the Art of Wine Gala on October 21st!

Tickets are on sale now!


Thank you to Shelly Kim, Proprietor of The Duchess on Cambridge for being our Gala Host.
The Duchess is an elegant venue for our 3rd annual Art of Wine.  The store will be newly reopened with their  Nutcracker themed Holiday Boutique.  Guests of the Art of Wine can start their Holiday shopping early.  Take the opportunity to spin the wheel for a special gift for any purchase over $100.00!
$90.00 per person
Includes an evening of wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres while listening to Harpist Ellie Choate
 
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8th ANNUAL
STATE OF OLD TOWNE FORUM

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​A CROWD OF ORANGE NEIGHBORS heard City and Chapman University officials discuss the key issues facing Orange -- from homelessness and crime, to parking and student conduct — in Council Chambers at City Hall on Thursday evening.
 
Mayor Dan Slater, Mayor Pro-Tem Arianna Barrios, City Manager Tom Kisela, Police Chief Dan Adams and Chapman VP Alisa Driscoll responded to questions submitted by members and posed by OTPA President Rob Boice.  
 
The Forum was seen live on Channel 6 and is scheduled for repeat airings weekdays at 5:00 pm, Saturdays at 700 pom and Sundays at noon.

OTPA NAMES NEW BOARD AT BIGGEST  
MEMBERSHIP MEETING IN ITS HISTORY

Richland Hotel | Old Towne Orange
Saturday, January 15, 2023
Story by: Sandy Quinn, Past President
Photographs by: Will Hare, Will Hare Photography 
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ROB BOICE, newly elected OTPA President, pledged that the mission of protecting,
​preserving and enhancing Old Towne’s historic character would be his guiding direction in 2023.
It was the best attended — and undoubtedly the most enjoyable —membership meeting in the Old Towne Preservation Association’s 37 year history, combining the annual business session with a sneak preview of Old Towne's new Richland Hotel.  
 
Following tours of guest rooms and the quaint restaurant and bar, all nestled in the restored Craftsman built by the Estelle family in 1906, President Sandy Quinn opened the business meeting with remarks by city officials, financial and activity reports, and election of the 2023 Board of Directors.

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MAYOR DAN SLATER gave an update on Old Towne and city affairs
​Slater is a longtime OTPA member and former President
Briefings on Old Towne and City affairs were given by Mayor Dan Slater, District One Councilwoman and newly named Mayor Pro-Tem Arianna Barrios, and Interim City Manager Tom Kisela. 
 
The Nominating Committee reported its recommendations for the 2023 Board and officers, which were unanimously approved by the members:  
 
  • President:  Rob Boice, an OTPA founder and former President
  • Vice President:  Vickie Laughlin, OTPA Board member and former Community Involvement Committee Chair
  • Treasurer:   Mignon Whitaker, current Secretary/Treasurer and Board member
  • Secretary:  Diana Zdenek, longtime Board member and former Secretary
  • Past President:   Sandy Quinn, retiring as President after seven annual terms
 
The full Board for 2023 includes Rob Boice, Janet Clinkscales, Wil Dee, Carrie Frisby, Jim Karras, Vickie Laughlin, Brian Lochrie, Katie Mansfield, Tim McCormack, Sandy Quinn, Dan Slater, Tita Smith, Diana Zdenek, Mark Wallace and Mignon Whitaker.
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PAST PRESIDENT SANDY QUINN provided an overview of OTPA in 2022. 
Sandy is retiring as OTPA's President after seven annual terms, but will
​continue to serve on the OTPA board as its Past President.  
​Quinn reviewed OTPA’s past year accomplishments, and reported that the non-profit association has more members, more projects and signature events, and more funds in reserve than ever before.  
 
Boice pledged that OTPA’s mission of protecting, preserving and enhancing the historic character and unique charm of Old Towne will be the association’s guiding direction for its work and priorities throughout the year.
 
OTPA Treasurer Mignon Whitaker gave the financial report and declared the association is in a very healthy financial position.
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OTPA LIFETIME MEMBERS attending the annual meeting gather for a group photo. In the front row, left to right, are OTPA founders Pat and Russ Barrios and Rob Boice, founder and newly elected OTPA President.

36th Anniversary Edition Holiday Decorating Contest

Winners Announcement
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Thank you to everyone that participated in the Holiday Decorating Contest. 

​Your efforts to bring cheer throughout Old Towne is appreciated by all that enjoyed the many wonderful decorations!

2022 Halloween Decorating Contest Winners!
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Click here to go to the Winner's Gallery!

FALL NEWSLETTER

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How We Fulfill Our Mission

To preserve, protect and enhance California's largest Historical District 
​Old Towne Orange

​​• Interaction with City Hall​
• Advise on Public and Private Development Projects          

​​• Members of Chapman Advisory Committee
​​​​​• Education and Public Events
​​• Preservation Awards
​​​• Representation at Design Review Committee Meetings​, Planning Commission Meetings and City Council Meetings

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Old Towne Preservation Association
P.O. Box 828
Orange, CA 92856
714-639-6840
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  • Home
  • About
    • OTPA History
    • Board of Directors >
      • Previous Boards of Directors
    • Contact
    • Old Towne Photos
  • Events
    • Events Calendar
    • State of Old Towne Forum 2023
    • Street Fair
    • The Art of Wine - Hilbert Museum
    • Ice Cream Social >
      • Holiday Decorating Contest- 2020
      • Holiday Decorating Contest 2019
      • OHG/CFO Orange Inspirational Signs - 2020
      • Halloween Decorating Contest >
        • Halloween Decorating 2021
        • Halloween Decorating 2020
        • Halloween Decorating 2019
        • Halloween Decorating 2018
    • Historic Home Tours >
      • Home Tour 2022
      • Home Tour 2019
      • Home Tour 2017
      • Home Tour 2015
    • General Meetings >
      • RSVP - General Meeting 2022
    • OTPA On-the-Road & Tours
  • Buy Tickets / Make a Donation
  • News
    • Blog
    • Newsletters
    • Killefer School
    • Chapman's Proposed Expansion News
  • Preservation
    • OTPA in Action >
      • Preservation Issues
      • DRC Meetings
      • City Council Meetings - Speak Up!
      • Planning Commission Meetings - Speak Up!
    • Map of Old Towne Orange
    • Historic Cypress Street Barrio
    • Tradespersons
    • OTPA Plaques Info
    • Plaques Database Input
    • Design/Build Standards / Code Enforcement >
      • Design Build Standards - Adopted Dec 2017
      • Code Enforcement / Design Standards
      • Code Enforcement - Notify City
    • Mills Act Info
    • FAQs
  • Get Involved
    • Become a Member
    • Membership Information
    • Volunteer Opportunities
    • Join Free Email Subscription
  • Business Members
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