🌱 Oceanside Budget Surplus + 'Murf the Surf' Killer Docuseries

It's Hump Day and I'm here with your fresh copy of the Oceanside-Camp Pendleton Patch newsletter. Today's top stories include...

• New docuseries about surfer-turned-killer "Murf the Surf."
• Oceanside Parks and Rec Spring 2023 Activity Guide is here.
• Oceanside Community + Beach Clean Up is this Saturday.

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But first, today's weather:

Sunny much of the time. High: 69 Low: 39.

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Here are the top stories in Oceanside-Camp Pendleton today:

1. The City of Oceanside is forecasting a budget surplus of $1.32 million for the fiscal year 2023-24, starting in July. The city also projects modest surpluses each year through fiscal year 2027-28, with most of the revenue increases coming from property, sales and transient occupancy taxes. Financial services director Jill Moya presented the city's annual five-year financial forecast at last week's city council meeting. "We consider these projections to be conservative and align with our consultant's projections in the current year's revenue trends," Moya said. "This forecast assumes that we maintain current service levels and does not include any new programs." The city council unanimously accepted the five-year forecast. (Coast News)
2. The story of Oceanside surfer, jewel thief and killer "Murf the Surf" is the topic of a new docuseries by MGM+ that premiered this week. Jack Roland Murphy was a good-looking, blue-eyed surf champion who was catapulted into the spotlight after being arrested for one of the biggest jewel robberies in history. Murphy spent three years in prison but after release, he did not learn his lesson, as he was later sentenced to life in prison for killing a woman. While in prison, Murphy taught Bible studies to other inmates until he was released on parole in 1986. His memoir "Jewels for the Journey" recounts his experiences. "Murf the Surf" died at 83 in 2020. (Daily Mail)
3. Frida's Taqueria is opening a second North County restaurant in Oceanside. The new restaurant in Oceanside Plaza has a planned soft opening this month, followed by a grand opening celebration in March. Owners Gracy and Robert Ayala are regulars at the Oceanside Sunset Market, with a classic menu of Tijuana-style tacos, mulitas, burritos and quesatacos filled with classics like pollo asado (grilled chicken), birria (spicy stewed meat), carnitas (fried pork) and carne asada (grilled steak). (What Now San Diego)
4. It's beginning to feel a lot like spring in Oceanside: Time to explore outdoor fun. The City of Oceanside Parks and Recreation department just released its Spring 2023 Activity Guide, chock full of recreation activities throughout our community. Check out "sports, aquatics, after-school programs, spring break camps, senior activities, events and more!" (Oceanside Rec via Twitter)

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Today in Oceanside-Camp Pendleton:

• Birding Field Trips at El Corazon Park (7:30 AM)
• Girls Soccer @ San Pasqual - Oceanside High (5:30 PM)
• JV/V Boys Basketball @ Vista - Oceanside High (5:30 PM)

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From my community notebook:

• "Come join us for Coffee with a Cop☕️ We will be at Jitters Coffee Pub located at 510 N Coast Highway from 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm on Saturday, February 18. Bring your questions, concerns or just stop by and say hi 👋🏽! We would love to share..." (Oceanside Police Department via Facebook)
• "This week is National School Counseling Week! **A week dedicated to spreading awareness about how school counselors support our children every day.** At Mission Meadows, we are incredibly lucky to have Mrs. Majewski as our school counsel..." (Mission Meadows Elementary PTA via Facebook)
• "Looking for a hot date for Valentine's Day? Look no further! The Patrick J. Carney Library has got you covered. Come browse our Blind Date with A Book display to find your perfect match! 🔥❤️📚" (MCCS Camp Pendleton - Libraries via Facebook)
• "🔹 Work with us to provide essential community services. You'll find a rewarding career! 👀🔜 https://bit.ly/2KNPSes #OceansideCA #localgov #community" (City of Oceanside - Government via Facebook)
• "Help keep Oceanside beautiful at the Community and Beach Clean Up this Saturday! 🏖️ #DestinationOside" (Oceanside Unified School District via Facebook)
• "MiraCosta College Programs help Students Connect with Community" "As soon as Jinhui Wang started her English as a Second Language (ESL) classes at MiraCosta College, she knew she was in the right place..." To learn more visit: https://www..." (Oceanside Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)

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Giant Seagulls Or Tiny Surfer: Oceanside Photo Of The Day

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You're all caught up for today! I'll see you around.

— Lisa Frost

About me: I am the Community Publisher for the Oceanside-Camp Pendleton Patch and love sharing all things Oceanside. It's a privilege to help locals and those visiting our incredible and diverse city stay informed about local news, people, and the stories that shape our community. Explore all that Patch has to offer Oceansiders:

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