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Site for new school dismissed by Samie Hartley Staff Writer

A school might one day be built at the corner of Sellers Avenue and Delta Road, but it won’t be the comprehensive high school that the Liberty Union High School District Board first envisioned five years ago. The LUHSD Board of Trustees voted Oct. 27 to look elsewhere for a place to build its fourth school, and return 38 acres to John and Jerilee Geddes. The site has been at the center of a legal dispute between the board and the Geddeses since April. The family originally agreed to a $3 million price for the 38-acre parcel, but after switching legal representation prior to signing over the land, was informed that the land was worth an estimated $13 million. The Geddeses upped the asking price and filed suit against the district. Narrow country roads and lack of other infrastructure at the site has also been a problem. The school was expected to host about 2,200 students and open in 2012,

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Liberty Union High School District’s preferred site for school five near Discovery Bay could be the next place for a comprehensive school, but district officials will first look at Oakley’s Cypress Corridor to replace Site 4 on Sellers Avenue. but the economic slowdown has chilled growth and the need for a new school is not as imminent. “When we first proposed the site, we got a big reaction from the county and the cities of Brentwood and Oakley because they were concerned about pub-

lic safety and traffic issues,” said LUHSD Superintendednt Jerry Glenn. “As the board reviewed the EIR for finalization in August, it became very clear that Site 4 isn’t the best place for a comprehensive high school like we had originally hoped. Since the site doesn’t

seem like a viable option, there was no point in continuing with the (Geddes) lawsuit.” Frank Spinelli, who lives near the Delta-Sellers intersection, was one of several members of the community who spoke out against Site 4. “I am very pleased with the board’s decision to abandon this site,” he said. “I would like to thank them for making this tough and important decision. I would hope that in the future, the board would be more transparent when selecting sites for our schools and get the public and local city officials involved in the site selection process before a site is purchased.” The district still owns 38 acres at the corner of Sellers Avenue and Delta Road, and although that isn’t enough space on which to build a large school, that doesn’t mean the land will never be used for an educational facility, according to Glenn. The land could be used for a second continuation high school or a satellite school such as Dozier-Lib-

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A report by the Contra Costa County auditor-controller stating that the policies, procedures and accounting of the Keller-Canyon Mitigation Fund (KCMF) are inadequate is drawing fire from county supervisors who say the report is incomplete. “As a result of this examination we determined that there are sufficient deficiencies in following the policies, procedures, accounting and allocation of the process to warrant a closer look,” said County Auditor-Controller Steve Ybarra of the 49-page report released Nov. 5.

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The release of the report has drawn sharp criticism from both Piepho and Glover, who contend the report is less than complete. The five-month examination of the fund’s transactions was prompted by complaints by four Discovery Bay residents – Mark Doran, Carol Jackson, Don Flint and William Richardson – who alleged that the KCMF is being used as a personal political slush fund for District V Supervisor Federal Glover, whose office oversees the fund, and District III Supervisor and Discovery Bay resident Mary Piepho. Doran, Jackson, Flint and Richardson all refused to comment

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for this story. “I met with them (Doran, Jackson, Flint and Richardson) and requested that they submit in writing their specific allegations and that we would take a look at them and see if it was something we would look into further,” said Ybarra. “I said to myself that hopefully at the end (of the examination) we would find that most of the accusations are unfounded. Unfortunately, I found it to be just opposite.”

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This Week LEEDing the way

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Back in business Our local fire protection district recently reopened a rural station. Page 4A

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Auditor says fund accounting lax by Ruth Roberts

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The KCMF, which has disbursed $14.3 million over the past decade, was established to help those communities most affected by the location of the Keller Canyon Landfill off of Bailey Road in Pittsburg. In recent years, recipients of the fund have expanded to include special community services districts as Discovery Bay and Knightsen. Throughout the years, KCMF has been used to offset the cost of a variety of community programs and services, including the East County Boys & Girls Club, the Delta Science Center and the First Baptist Church. Ybarra’s report see Auditor page 22A

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go to news/press releases A local sanitation district won a national award for its excellence in procurement.

After the dust settled, the team left standing at the top of the Bay Valley Athletic League hailed from Heritage. Page 1B

Plus: Business .............................20A Calendar ............................ 19B Classifieds ......................... 14B Cop Logs ............................17A Entertainment ................. 10B Health & Beauty ................ 8B Milestones .......................... 9B Opinion ..............................16A Outdoors ...........................19A Sports ................................... 1B

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Fire district reopens ‘Sunshine’ station by Rick Lemyre Staff Writer

The East Contra Costa Fire Protection District has reopened one of three fire stations recently closed due to budget woes. On Monday, firefighters reported back to work at the Marsh Creek/ Morgan Territory area station known as the Sunshine Station. Staffed by Cal Fire crews during the fire season, the station had historically been kept open from Nov. 15 to May 15 by means of $366,000 paid by the ECCFPD. In June, however, the ECCFPD board voted to discontinue the Cal Fire contract, as well as close stations in Discovery Bay and Byron, as a way to cope with inadequate funding. Despite the closures, the district might still run out of money by 2012. Residents in the Sunshine Station’s coverage area organized and came to the Nov. 1 ECCFPD meeting to plead their case. As a result of the station’s closure, insurance rates had skyrocketed and some homeowners even faced foreclosure because their homes were uninsurable. “It’s fair to say we weren’t fully informed of some of the insurance implications (and) the foreclosure risk,” said ECCFPD Chairman Erick Stonebarger. “We also had an orga-

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ECCFPD Engine 58 sits quietly behind locked ﬁrehouse doors in Discovery Bay. The ECCFPD has voted to reopen the rural Sunshine Station near Clayton, one of three closed due to a lack of money, but it doesn’t expect 58 – or Station 57 in Byron – to be similarly restored until ﬁnances improve. nized group that came and communicated their position, which we didn’t have in June.” Stonebarger said he did not expect additional information to come forward that might affect the status of the other two shuttered stations. The effort to provide service at levels the public wants will continue to be a struggle until more money is forthcoming, most likely from a tax in-

crease. “The funding structure of this district doesn’t work,” Stonebarger said. “The district in general will realize that very quickly as we run out of cash in 2012.” The only way to save the district from even more dire circumstances, he said, was for residents to inform themselves about the situation. “Everyone needs to be engaged

and realize the implications of the votes they are going to cast over the next few elections,” he said. Those votes could include a new tax to cover district shortfalls, and Stonebarger said he would prefer to see an elected board put in place at the same time so residents have more direct control over their district. The ECCFPD board is appointed, and includes four Brentwood City councilmen, three City Council representatives from Oakley, and two at-large representatives from the unincorporated areas of the district. Stonebarger said the ECCFPD would soon conduct a poll to determine what level of service constituents are willing to pay for, as well as how they feel about various funding options. The ECCFPD covers 250 square miles of East Contra Costa, including the cities of Brentwood and Oakley, and the communities of Discovery Bay, Byron, Knightsen, Bethel Island and points between. Stonebarger credits ECCFPD Chief Hugh Henderson with quick action that enabled the Sunshine Station to reopen weeks ahead of expectations. Henderson said Santa Clara Cal Fire Unit Chief Steve Woodill and Division Chief Shana Jones were also key in expediting the reopening. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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1,000 and counting Pvt. Dylan James Alvey is one of our nation’s newest Marines. A 2010 graduate of Heritage High School, Alvey recently graduated from boot camp at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego as part of the Honor Platoon. He was accepted into the Basic Reconnaissance Course, which he will attend after he completes the School of Infantry at Camp Pendleton. After graduating boot camp, Alvey came home and fulfilled his goal of eating 55 different foods he’d been craving during his three months at boot camp. His parents, Craig and Shellie Hirsch, along with other local Marine families, have started East

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he Summerset Veterans Club has been sending boxes of personal items to our troops in Iraq and Afghanistan for several years. This week’s Veterans Day will see shipment of the 1,000th box, seen above with volunteers, from left, Connie Conover, Pat Earle, Joni Meyer, Summerset Veterans Club President Len Bregman and his wife, Elly. The club has received numerous thank-you letters and commendations from combat unit personnel over the years and elected ofﬁcials who appreciate what the club is doing. To donate money or items to be shipped, call Len Bregman at 925-516-2831.

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County Marine Families. In addition to providing support for other Marine families here at home, the group plans to adopt a Marine outfit this Christmas. To learn more, e-mail eastcountymarinefamilies@comcast.net.

Fudge for Troops Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, 2485 Sand Creek Road in The Streets of Brentwood, is running a Fudge for Troops promotion through the month of November. For every pound of fudge bought in the store, an additional pound will be donated to Blue Star Moms and included in care packages sent to our service men and women overseas. “Our troops give so much every day that we wanted to give something back and let them know how much we appreciate all

they do,” said Craig McKnight, owner of the Brentwood Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory store. Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory specializes in handmade chocolates, caramel apples, dipped strawberries, specialty gifting, fundraising, special events and corporate events. For more information about the Fudge for Troops event, call 925-513-3384 or visit www.brentwoodchocolates.com.

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FREE THANKSGIVING DINNER/ CHARITY OPPORTUNITY For many of us, Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of food, family, and friends! But for many others, November 25 will just be another day on the calendar. No special meal, no special gathering of friends or family. Maybe youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve thought in the past that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to help, but you have commitments on that day, which is certainly understandable. Well, here is your chance! I am chairing the annual Golden Hills Community Churchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s FREE Thanksgiving Dinner for Brentwood. We serve a hot meal of turkey, ham, and all the fixinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. We also try to send everyone home with a bag of food and some clothes. This will be at the Brentwood Vetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hall at 757 First St. from 10:30 to 2:30 on Thanksgiving Day. All are welcome to attend. We are usually blessed with more than enough physical help the day of the event to serve the meals, but we could always use more canned goods and/or clothing. You can drop them off at my office anytime between now and Thanksgiving Day. We are in need

of canned food (soup, tuna, veggies, fruits, etc.), non-perishables like noodles, cereal, bread, bottled drinks, etc. We can also use any type of clean, usable clothing, blankets, jackets, etc. New baby diapers in any size are also VERY popular! We are located at 320 Fairview Ave. in Brentwood. If you come by after hours, just drop them off on our porch. If you will be around on Thanksgiving Day, you could also cook and carve a turkey and bring it to the Vetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hall in the morning. We also love ham, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easier for you to prepare. Other needs for the day of the event will be pies, sweet potatoes and stuffing. The sweet potatoes and stuffing will need to be cooked and then dropped off Thanksgiving Day in a disposable pan. If you have questions on this or any other real estate topic, call me at (925) 240MOVE (6683). To search the MLS for free and view virtual tours of homes for sale, go to: www.SharpHomesOnline.com. Sharp Realty â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Advertisement

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HALO providing pets for veterans Homeless Animals’ Lifeline Organization (HALO), an Antioch-based dog and cat rescue, is hosting Pets for Vets, which provides the men and women of our armed forces with free dog and cat adoptions. The event will be held on Nov. 13 and 14 Pets for Vets was developed in the spirit of the Maddie’s Fund Adoptathon that took place in June of this year. Understanding the importance of companionship and the healing bond between man and his furry friends, HALO will match qualified veterans with pets at no charge. “In this way, HALO hopes to raise awareness about pet education and promote the bond between people and animals,” said HALO President Tamara Reed. “We work

with many local organizations in creating a no-kill nation and look forward to the day when every pet has a loving home.” “There are just as many pets in need of loving homes as there are people in need of loving pets,” said HALO Cat Manager Verlene Leonardo. “This event will give us the opportunity to bring the two together.” Veterans who wish to take advantage of the Pets for Vets special event should contact HALO to arrange a meeting with the available animals. Proof of veteran status is required at the time of adoption. There is a limit of one pet per vet during this event, and normal adoption procedures still apply. For more information about Pets for Vets, call HALO at 925-473-4642.

‘Over the River’ in Antioch “Over the River and Through the Woods,” a Joe DiPietro comedy that enjoyed a popular off-Broadway run, will be performed this Sunday and Wednesday at Antioch’s El Campanil Theatre. The cast includes Dick Augusta, Dante Charlton and Teresa Grosserode of Antioch, Karen Duvall of Vacaville, and Martinez residents Gary Mutz and Deborah Black. Nick Cristano’s four grandparents’ concern for the young man’s impending crosscountry move to Seattle inspire them to con-

coct zany schemes to change Nick’s plans, such as Grandma Emma’s attempt to make a match between Nick and Caitlin – a strategy that misfires with hilarious consequences. The curtain goes up for “Over the River and Through the Woods” on Sunday, Nov. 14 at 2 p.m. and Wednesday, Nov. 17 at 2 p.m. General admission is $15, $12 for seniors and $10 for youth 17 and under. The El Campanil Theatre is located at 602 W. Second St. in Antioch. For tickets, visit www. elcampaniltheatre.org or call 925-757-9500.

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Robotics competition comes to Brentwood by Samie Hartley Staff Writer

The clouds over Heritage High School began to darken to a dismal deep grey as a group of students huddled around a tiny machine. “It’s alive!” chuckled one of the students as the others joined in with appropriate evil-scientist laughter. But these students aren’t making a horror film. They’re preparing for the Northern California Regional Qualifier of the For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) Tech Challenge, in which teams of students design and operate a robot. The 10 Heritage students are busily working on their creation, which they’ll enter at the qualifier on their home turf, the Heritage gymnasium, on Sunday, Nov. 21. Heritage teacher Robert Pardi is helping organize the event as well as coach the local team, a task both challenging and exciting. “This is our second year in competition,” Pardi said. “The first year was a fantastic learning experience for the team. They got to meet with other students and learn about other techniques. Each year there’s a different challenge, and it’s interesting to see how different teams tackle a problem. So there was a lot to learn, and now they’re using that experience to prepare for this competition.” Pardi was introduced to FIRST five years ago when he was a teacher at Northgate High in Walnut Creek. He helped guide two teams to the world championship, so when he came to Heritage in 2008, he decided to introduce the program to Brentwood. First he began the Heritage Robotics Club, and a year later developed a robotics engineering course in which students explore the interaction of science and technology while applying mathematics and problem-solving skills. The Robotics Club has been working on its robot, Monté (“climbed” in French), since September, preparing for the Get Over It challenge in which student teams are asked to build a robot that will climb over a series of hurdles, collect plastic pipes from a dispenser and return over the hurdles to place the batons in a series of receptacles. The Heritage team will form an alliance with another team to battle against another alliance to see which pair can work best together. Some batons are equipped with special sensors inside that the robot is programmed to locate. An alliance earns extra points by retrieving a baton with a sensor and placing it in a specially marked receptacle. But the Tech Challenge is more than kids messing around with robots. Pardi believes the process is a unique learning opportunity. “There’s more to the competition than building a robot,” he said. “Students work through an entire process, from brainstorming how to attack the challenge, building and testing pro-

totypes, and building a final product. “But FIRST challenges students in other ways. The students have to work on their communication and leadership skills to work together. Once they’re in sync with each other, they go to competition and have to work with a team from another school, so they have to adapt and be able to work together. “The program is a great way for students to use their math and science skills, but students grow as a whole by participating in this program. They have to practice goal setting, time manage-

Members of the Heritage High School Robotics Club, from left, Roman Yousof, Brandon Herbst, Matthew Mondaca, Michael Kintscher, Jacob Olsen and Joseph Cliscagne – and their robot, Monté – will battle teams from 15 Bay Area high schools at the FIRST Tech Challenge, held at Heritage on Nov. 21.

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Principal promotes perfect presence by Ruth Roberts Staff Writer

On the day of the Giants parade in downtown San Francisco last week, 94 of Delta Vista Middle School’s 910 students were absent. And while Principal Greg Hetrick isn’t claiming the absenteeism was the equivalent of a blue – or in this case, an orange and black – flu, he has his suspicions. “Not everyone absent that day was at the parade,” said Hetrick. “But I definitely got some phone calls from parents who said their child was sick, and you could hear the BART trains in the background.” Spurred by an overall rise in school absenteeism, Hetrick decided to challenge his students to come to class by officially declaring Nov. 17 Perfect Attendance Day. The goal is to achieve 100-percent attendance for all students, teachers and support staff at Delta Vista – something Hetrick in his nine years as principal has yet to witness. “The average kid misses about 10 school days a year,” said Hetrick, who added that Delta Vista’s absentee numbers are slightly higher than the average. “And I understand some of it. If a student gets strep throat, that’s a week – no ifs ands or buts – it’s a week. But having said that, some students also just have poor attendance records, and we want to try and change that pattern. This (perfect attendance day) is just one way to create a campus climate of support.” And figuring that there’s no time like the present, Hetrick enlisted the aid of leadership students to design and create posters and flyers to spread the perfect attendance challenge. Staff also sent home letters asking parents for their support in getting their students to school on Nov. 17. “With the Thanksgiving break coming up and then

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On Nov. 17, students at Delta Vista Middle School will participate in Perfect Attendance Day. The goal of the one-day event is to support 100-percent attendance for students –and staff – year round. Christmas vacation, I figured this would be a good time to do this,” said Hetrick. “Do I expect 100-percent attendance every day? No, that’s not realistic. But how cool would it be to have one day where everyone came to class?” On Nov. 17, they’ll find out. And if the goal is reached, the campus will mark the event with music and celebration during the lunchtime hour. So might Perfect Attendance Day become a regular happening?

“Sure, I would love to do something like this every quarter to encourage attendance,” said Hetrick. “The bottom line is that the kids need to be here – I think everyone would agree with that. And as funny as it sounds, school attendance is a habit. If you show up one day, then that turns into two days and then three days and before you know it, school becomes a habit. We’re just trying to foster that attitude.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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Do you have a Junior Mortgage on Your House? Lien Stripping in Chapter 13 by Joan Grimes, Esq. One of the great advantages of a Chapter 13 bankruptcy at this time is ability to strip a lien on your principal residence that does not attach to any equity. Here is a common example: Principal residence has current fair market value of $300,000. The first mortgage has a balance of $400,000 and the second mortgage has a balance of $100,000. Because the second mortgage does not attach to any equity in the property, the lien can be avoided or “stripped” in a Chapter 13 thereby removing the balance of $100,000 at the completion of the Chapter 13 case. When does a Chapter 13 lien stripping case make sense? First, the principal residence must be your principal residence i.e. where you sleep at night. Second, you don’t want to file a Chapter 13 to strip a lien unless you really, really want to stay in this house. Third, the balance on the junior lien needs to be large enough combined with other debt to make a Chapter 13 advantageous i.e. you don’t want to file Chapter 13 to avoid a lien of $10,000. If a Chapter 13 is sounding like something that might work for you, there are several other things to consider. First, we must make sure all of the owners of the property and all of the people who signed on the mortgage note at we need to strip are filing bankruptcy. For example, if the property is owned by both you and your spouse, we cannot strip off the mortgage unless both of you are filing bankruptcy. Second, in order to strip off the mortgage, we have to prove that your real property is not worth more than the payoff balances on the other senior mortgages. That is, we need to prove that there is no value, not even one dollar, left in your real property to

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“secure” the mortgage we are trying to strip in the Chapter 13. Third, you need to have a “real” senior mortgage or at least a reasonable “hope” of you through a modification. The best senior mortgages for lien stripping cases are 30 year fixed that you can really afford or a mortgage that has been modified into a loan you can afford. If the senior mortgage is going to reset into a payment you cannot afford in 1,2,3 or 4 years, there is no reason to spend the money to strip a junior lien and then lose the house to a foreclosure by the senior lender later. In conclusion, there has never been a better time for Chapter 13 lien stripping cases. Home values are low and the number of junior liens that do not attach to any equity are at an all time high. This is truly the lemonade out lemons recipe if you are intending on staying in your current residence and meet the requirements for a Chapter 13. Prior to simply walking away for your current residence, it may be a good idea to consider a Chapter 13 and see what it can do for you. WE ARE A DEBT RELIEF AGENCY. WE HELP PEOPLE FILE BANKRUPTCY RELIEF UNDER THE BANKRUPTCY CODE. THIS INFORMATION IS NOT PROVIDED AS LEGAL ADVICE AND SHOULD NOT BE RELIED UPON IN MAKING A DECISION REGARDING A VOLUNTARY DEFAULT, SHORT SALE, FORECLOSURE OR BANKRUPTCY. THIS INFORMATION IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR OBTAINING TAX & LEGAL ADVICE REGARDING AN INDIVIDUAL SITUATION. © 2010

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New park plan faces roadblocks by Justin Lafferty Staff Writer State and local park officials have drafted a general plan for a state historic park south of Brentwood, but funding problems could make it hard for the park to open anytime soon. The area for the Cowell Ranch/John Marsh State Historic Park is located near the Highway 4 Bypass and Marsh Creek Road. Officials from the California State Parks’ Diablo Vista District and the City of Brentwood Parks and Recreation Department held a third public meeting recently to review the general plan and environmental impact. The first two meetings were held in 2007 and 2006. Roland Gaebert, a sector superintendent for the Diablo Vista District, said the public was satisfied with the overall plan for the park and excited about what it could bring to the community. About 35 to 40 people showed up at the Brentwood Senior Activity Center to examine the documents and ask questions. “It was a very good, engaging meeting with the public,” Gaebert said. “The general feeling was very positive, very forward looking. Especially given these times when the financial times are so difficult, it was nice to see a community coming together and having a very positive outlook.” The preliminary general plan for the park provides for roughly 3,600 acres in an area north of Round Valley Regional Park and the Los Vaqueros Watershed. About 60 acres, Gaebert said, are within Brentwood city limits. If approved, the park could feature a rehabilitated John Marsh House, trails, parking, restrooms, campsites, a visitor center, picnic facilities, a ranger station and several other amenities. “We are very happy with the plan to include the John Marsh House as a centerpiece of learning in the park,” said Alexandra Ghiozzi, a board member on the John Marsh Historic Trust. “The plan will benefit not only Brentwood residents, but all Californians who visit the park. They will have a chance to experience great recreational activities and learn

“ The plan will benefit not only Brentwood residents, but all Californians who visit the park. They will have a chance to experience great recreational activities and learn about a true California pioneer.

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Alexandra Ghiozzi, John Marsh Historic Trust about a true California pioneer.” The preliminary general plan calls for the facility to be used for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, picnicking, wildlife viewing and environmental study. Some land might also be available for organic farming. “I think parklands are getting less and less available as the urban sprawl continues,” Gaebert said. “This is really an opportunity to take over 3,000 acres and turn it into an environment that will both preserve the cultural value that’s evident in that area as well as the natural resources.” The next step, Gaebert said, is to take public comment into consideration and submit a finalized general plan to the state parks commission, likely in the spring. However, Gaebert wasn’t sure how much money would be available for the park, which might need to be opened in phases. Gaebert wasn’t sure how much the park would cost, as it’s hard to put a price tag on it right now. “It depends on funds being available to make the opening happen,” he said. “The purpose of the general plan is to identify and envision cultural and natural resources, making it available to the public.” The preliminary general plan and draft EIR are available for public review online until Dec. 9 at www.parks.ca.gov or at the Brentwood Public Library, 104 Oak St. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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A recent Vial of Life meeting was attended, from left, by Summerset Kare Bears President Donna Bokman; firefighters Ryan Pesonen, Dave Sosine and Bob May; Brentwood Police Officer Michele Keady; American Medical Response Outreach Coordinator Joanne Leide; and Kare Bears Treasurer Barbara Crandell. Photo by Ray Carter

Vital info in Vial of Life by Ray Carter Correspondent When a stroke, heart attack, fall or other home emergency occurs, where can the correct response be found? In your refrigerator, of course. A national program called Vial of Life provides instructions on how to communicate with medical response personnel when worst comes to worst. Vial of Life participants prepare a form describing their medical condition, medications and other information medical response personnel need to know, insert the form in a medication vial (or plastic bag) and place it inside their refrigerator. A sticker indicating the location of the vial is affixed to the outside of the fridge, alerting medical personnel to its location. The Vial of Life program was the focus of a recent meeting attended by representatives of American Medical Response, the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District and Brentwood Police Department. The meeting was sponsored by Summerset Vista Kare Bears, an organization of volunteers dedicated to helping neighbors deal with illness, surgery and other crises. American Medical Response Community Outreach Coordinator Joanne Leide told attendees how to complete the Vial of Life form and emphasized the importance of keeping the vial’s information up to date and knowing who to call in case of an emergency. Brentwood Police Community Service Officer Michele Keady, addressing the medical responsibilities of law enforcement personnel, said Vial of Life training has been scheduled for all the department’s officers. She recom-

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mended that seniors living alone wear medical alert bracelets or necklaces. And she made attendees aware that officers called to an emergency might break into a house if its doors are locked, noting that aggressive dogs can pose a threat to officers in such a scenario. The meeting generated helpful information above and beyond the Vial of Life focus. Seniors were advised that when they buy smoke alarm batteries, the fire district will install the batteries for free. Lockboxes for home entry keys can be obtained from the fire district, which keeps the master keys in case of an emergency. Seniors were also encouraged to call the fire department in the event of a fall. As firefighter/engineer Ryan Pesonen told attendees, “Don’t try to pick up a loved one by yourself. Call us on 911 and we’ll respond with three people. If we need more than that, we’ll call three more.” Several attendees complimented firefighters on their rapid response to calls, saying response times to Summerset are often within five minutes. Attendee Betty Potts thought the information presented was “very helpful. I had heard about this program before but didn’t know the details.” Dick Tobey said he appreciated the value of keeping a Vial of Life in the family car. Supervising the event, which included dessert and coffee, was Barbara Crandell. Summerset Vista Kare Bears President Donna Bokman introduced the speakers. Vials may be obtained at the Kaiser Permanente Health Education Center, 5601 Deer Valley Road, or at the Kaiser facility in Antioch at 3400 Delta Fair Blvd. For more information, visit www.myvialoflife.org. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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640 Congratulations to our World Champion San Francisco Giants! The wait has been long – the last World Series championship came in 1954 when they were the New York Giants – but the win was well deserved. As one of the older baseball teams, the Giants have won the most games of any team in the history of American baseball, and any North American professional sports team. They have won 21 National League pennants and appeared in 18 World Series championships, both tied with rivals Los Angeles Dodgers for most in the league. The Giants have been invited to the World Series an NL record 19 times, but boycotted the event in 1904. But what does any of that have to do with the number 640? As with the above information this next Giants fact is not too well known: The Giants maintenance crew uses the Toro 640 Series for all of their irrigation needs. According to Toro’s website this Series of sprinkler is “considered the most durable, heavy-duty commercial sprinkler available, the 640 Series is the traditional, proven veteran for athletic fields and other large commercial applications.” In other words the 640 is a professional grade sprinkler for a professional grade baseball team. Great you say, but what does that have to do with the lending industry?

As of Wednesday, November 03, 2010, we will no longer accept FHA insured borrowers with a middle FICO score below 640. As you may have already heard through your nightly news channels the mortgage markets secondary investors have implemented further restrictions and overlays to the FHA lending program. As a result many lenders – now including Pacific Funding Group – have issued new guidelines which result in minimum FICO score requirement of 640 for all FHA programs. This includes purchase, refinance, and streamline transactions. This change is hopefully temporary as banks across the board are actively searching out new investors…our goal at Pacific Funding Group is to resume lending down to a 600 FICO score before the end of 2010. In the meantime please take note of this HUGE change and check with your lender, or call me, to ensure you are still a pre-approved buyer. The Giant’s didn’t win the World Series overnight; their championship was a direct result of their preparation. If you were initially pre-approved with a low FICO score and simply waiting for your short-sale offer to be approved now is the time to do your homework. If you have any real estate lending related questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to write me at tfreymortgages@ yahoo.com or call me directly on my cell phone, (925) 726-1444. – Advertisement

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Members of the Korean Ministry of Culture and Sports take pictures of the spinning room at Delta Valley Athletic Club in Brentwood during a visit conducted by the club’s former General Manager, Mike Davis, right.

East meets West at world-class fitness club A delegation from the Korean Ministry of Culture and Sports made a recent tour of the Delta Valley Athletic Club, 120 Guthrie Lane in Brentwood. The delegation traveled to Northern California’s outstanding sports facilities to learn about management, marketing and the successful operation of worldclass facilities. In addition to choosing Delta Valley Athletic Club as the top private health club to tour, the delegation chose UC Berkeley for its state university visit and Stanford University for its private university visit. The 30-member delegation, consisting of field specialist, agents, marketers, developers, Korean Sports Promotion Foundation officials and corporate CEOs, were shown the

Delta Valley Athletic Club by former General Manager Mike Davis, a respected industry consultant with 30 years of experience. The group was impressed that a world-class health club could be located in a small town such as Brentwood – such facilities are uncommon in Korea and usually found only in large cities. The delegation’s tour was arranged by Dr. Russell Ahn and Visiting Professor Duke Kim, who served as interpreter for the in-depth question-and-answer interaction conducted by Davis. The group left with a greater understanding of how such sports facilities are successfully managed and operated to provide superior service and value in the management of good health and an active lifestyle.

Robotics from page 9A ment, conflict resolution and other life skills that aren’t always taught in the classroom, so there’s more to this program than most people realize.” The Heritage Robotics Club will battle 15 other Bay Area teams for a chance to advance to the NorCal Championship event in January. If they succeed at the state level, club members will advance to world championship held in St. Louis in April. Regardless of the team’s performance, Pardi is excited to host a qualifier at Heritage and hopes the community will come out to support the event. “We saw earlier this school year how the community will rally around athletics, but it’s important to encourage academic competition as well,” he said. “Odyssey of the Mind has gained momentum in this area, but there are plenty of other competitions just as deserving of the community’s support. FIRST gets students excited about math, science and technology, and the community should be excited about that too.” The competition begins at 10:30 a.m. and the final elimination rounds are scheduled for 3:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, so Pardi encourages everyone to come out and support Heritage in its bid to go to the championship. Digger’s Diner will be on site selling food and refreshments during the event. For more information, visit www. norcalftc.org. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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According to Discovery Bay General Manager Rick Howard, the town’s new water well will provide the town with backup reserves in case of an emergency or if another of the community’s wells requires maintenance.

Town’s newest water well ready to flow by Ruth Roberts Staff Writer It was six months in the making, cost nearly $800,000 and is the fastestproducing one of its kind in Discovery Bay. But for Water and Wastewater Manager Virgil Koehne, the town’s new water well is more than a splendiferous display of plumbing perfection – it’s a great Plan B. “It is nice to have a backup well; it’s really nice,” said Koehne. “This took some time from beginning to end – about 18 months – but we budgeted for it and planned for it, and now it’s here. It’s gives us a nice little cushion.” The new well, located at the site of the main treatment plant next door to the town offices, is Discovery Bay’s fifth well. Producing 2,600 gallons per minute (the other wells range from 900 gallons to 2,400 gallons per minute), the well will serve primarily as a backup in case of an emergency, or for use when one or two of the other wells are undergoing routine maintenance. “The new well provides an extra layer of security in the event that we have an emergency or one of our other wells goes down,” said Discovery Bay General Manager Rick Howard. “If we didn’t have this, we would have to use

our storage tanks. And if it was during peak times, we could potentially have a problem. But now we have a backup.” The new well is 400 feet deep. Its submersible pump head reaches down 250 feet (the other well’s pump heads descend to 170 to 200 feet), bringing up a better quality and clarity of water. The well is expected to be up and running within the week once the initial testing phase is complete, and from there will most likely be used as the primary well, at least for awhile. “I think for the first nine months to a year we’ll use this well as the main well,” said Koehne. “It’s our best producing one and it uses the latest technology, so it makes sense to use it and see how it runs.” Koehne added that five wells in Discovery Bay are sufficient, at least for the time being. However, as the community continues to grow, adding homes and extra infrastructure, there might one day be a need for additional help. “It’s enough for now,” he said. “The town is currently working on a water masterplan. Once that is done, we’ll have a better idea of what we may need in the future. But for now, we’re fine.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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the working class. Humbly, though, I am known for years of volunteer work as nonprofit administrator for the Antioch Music Foundation. A two-year study to earn a nonprofit management certificate in 2008 from the California State University East Bay attests my dedication to this pursuit. Nonetheless, the editorial printed the libelous statement “Ruehlig misrepresents herself as a ‘nonprofit administrator.’” Am I defined by what I do to earn a living rather than what I do to serve the community? Is Jesus the carpenter grossly misrepresented as the Christ? Our community schools are in shambles, having failed the state’s program improvement requirements. Displaced schoolchildren get only four hours of daily instructions and, in some cases, no free lunch or transportation allowance for financially

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challenged families. As a mother, immigrant, five-time foster parent and employee of the Orin Allen Youth Rehabilitation Facility and Children and Family Services, I am uniquely equipped with real-life experience to effectively advocate for changing these conditions. If an excuse was needed to favor my opponent, couldn’t the editorial find something good to write about in his lethargic 20-year incumbency, rather than engage in circulation-boosting tabloid sensationalism using innuendos to unjustly smear my family name? I intentionally kept silent during the campaign to keep the focus on issues rather than controversies. With the election over, I have a few choice words to describe the editorial’s Jurassic mindset. On second thought, tuck back the claws lest I be accused of hot-flashing.

To my 21,717 supporters, thank you for the victory. Cynthia Ruehlig Antioch

Fiscally responsible search Editor: Recently Antioch Mayor Jim Davis was heard stating the city of Antioch may hire a “head hunting” agency to aid in the search for a new police chief. My question is this: What part of “we have no money” does he not understand? There are very competent people in this city whose expertise could be called on to sit on a review panel. These are volunteers and would cost the city nothing. Would this not be a fiscally responsible solution, given our budget woes? Just wondering! Sue Tiernan Antioch

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A sampling of recent law enforcement activity reported by East County police departments. ANTIOCH Nov. 8, 10:30 a.m. Detectives of the Antioch Police Department’s Narcotics Unit, who had been conducting investigations into several local rock-cocaine dealers, attempted to pull over a vehicle being driven by 33-year-old Pittsburg resident Quincy Ford, who had an outstanding felony warrant for narcotic violations. He failed to stop and led officers on a pursuit through Antioch. Ford was arrested minutes later in Pittsburg while attempting to flee on foot. He was found in possession of rock cocaine. A firearm belonging to Ford was located at one of his residences during a subsequent service of a search warrant. In connection with the arrest of Ford, detectives responded to a local Antioch hotel on West 10th Street at approx 11:45 a.m. on Nov. 9 and arrested two additional cocaine dealers as they prepared to leave in their vehicle. Several ounces of cocaine, marijuana and ecstasy were located in their possession. They were identified as 39-year-old Martinez resident Timothy Davis and 25-year-old Pittsburg resident Johnny Denton. All subjects were taken to the Martinez Detention Facility and charged with drug violations. Ford will also be charged as a felon in possession of a firearm. For information on law enforcement in Antioch, visit www.ci.antioch.ca.us/citygov/ police. OAKLEY Oct. 25 – On Calisesi Court at La Casa Drive, a subject was found in possession of more than 1 ounce of marijuana. Oct. 25 – A vehicle was stolen from the 2200 block of Canterbury Lane. Oct. 25 – On Keith Court at Malicoat Avenue, subjects were arrested for interfering with public officers. Oct. 25 – Arrest warrants were served on Live Oak Avenue at Nut Tree Lane and on Main Street at Vintage Parkway. Oct. 25 – A vehicle parked on the 4800 block of Carrington Drive was burglarized. Oct. 25 – A residence on the 1800 block

LOGS of Hemlock Drive was burglarized. Oct. 26 – A subject was found in possession of drugs on the 1100 block of O’Hara Avenue. Oct. 26 – An arrest warrant was served on the 1100 block of Quail Valley Run. Oct. 26 – On Main Street at Miguel Drive and on West Cypress Road at Empire Avenue, subjects were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. Oct. 26 – An assault with a deadly weapon was reported on the 3900 block of Creekside Way. Oct. 26 – A residence on the 100 block of Hemlock Drive was burglarized. Oct. 26 – A subject was found in possession of burglary tools on Contra Costa Canal at Sellers Avenue. Oct. 26 – Petty thefts occurred on the 2500 block of Main Street and the 1600 block of Wildcat Way. Oct. 27 – A vehicle accident with property damage was reported on Hill Avenue at Main Street. Oct. 27 – A vehicle was towed from Main Street at Vintage Parkway. Oct. 27 – Terrorist threats were made on the 1900 block of Chardonnay Drive. Oct. 27 – A residence on the 2000 block of Garden Court was burglarized. Oct. 27 – Grand theft from a vehicle took place on the 1800 block of Hemlock Drive. Oct. 27 – An incidence of fraud was reported on the 100 block of East Bolton Road. Oct. 28 – A prowler was reported on the 100 block of Henry Court. Oct. 28 – On the 100 block of Henry Court, a subject was found in possession of dangerous drugs. Oct. 28 – On Hazelnut Drive at Mellowood Drive, a subject was cited for driving on a suspended license. Oct. 28 – A vehicle was towed from the 4900 block of Teakwood Drive. Oct. 28 – Domestic battery was reported on the 100 block of Butler Lane. Oct. 28 – A residence on the 4600 block of Salvador Lane was burglarized. Oct. 28 – A subject was found in receipt of stolen property on the 4500 block of Rose Avenue.

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Oct. 28 – On the 100 block of Henry Court a subject was found loitering on private property. Oct. 29 – On the 3800 block of Brown Road, a subject was arrested for interfering with a public officer. Oct. 29 – A vehicle was towed from Alder Drive at Gamay Circle. Oct. 29 – An arrest warrant was served on the 900 block of Walnut Drive. Oct. 29 – On Chianti Way at O’Hara Avenue, on Delta Road at Sellers Avenue, on the 1000 block of Main Street and on Gateway Drive at Sequoia Drive, subjects were arrested for DUI. Oct. 29 – Fraudulent documents were reported on the 2500 block of Main Street. Oct. 29 – On East Home Street at O’Hara Avenue, a subject was arrested for public intoxication. Oct. 30 – An arrest warrant was served on the 400 block of Almondtree Circle. Oct. 30 – On East Cypress Road at Rubens Way and on Laurel Road at Main

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rentwood residents Dr. Paul and Beverly Krey celebrated their 50 th wedding anniversary with their Hometown Weekly Newspaper at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints reconstructed temple in Nauvoo, Illinois. The building originated in 1846 and was rebuilt in 2002 to the original speciﬁcations. The Kreys’ trip was part of a nine-day church history tour that included visits to Palmyra, New York, Kirkland, Ohio and Independence, Mo. Thanks, folks, for giving The Press the history road trip.

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and can use a little stress reduction, then discover boating (www.discoverboating.com). You might also be excited to know that boating is both affordable and easy to learn. Have a look but be warned: fresh air and warm water can be addictive. If you have already discovered this Delta treasure, invite that boatless neighbor or colleague from work out on the water and expose them to our world of refuge. Have fun and boat safe. Jonathan Bloom is a USCG licensed Master and ASA certified sailing instructor. He can be reached via www.baydeltafun.com. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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Meritage Homes’ new Anchor Bend neighborhood will host an exclusive wine and cheese event next Friday for its VIP Realtors. Since there’s still time to be included on the invitation list, local Realtors are encouraged to visit any existing Meritage community today to sign up for the company’s Realtor Circle Program. Members of the program receive the latest information on Meritage’s new green building technology and upcoming new neighborhoods. Realtor Circle members will also receive a special invitation for a sneak peek of Meritage’s newest community, Anchor Bend at Summer Lake in Oakley, which will officially open to the public on Saturday, Nov. 20. Anchor Bend’s VIP realtor event will take place Friday, Nov. 19 from 2 to 5 p.m. and include a casual wine and cheese tasting affair. Realtors who sign up for the Realtor Circle Program will be automatically enrolled in Meritage’s exclusive 4-percent tiered commission program. Anchor Bend at Summer Lake features four new single- and two-story home designs ranging in size from 2,232 to 2,876 square feet with up to six bedrooms, four bathrooms and a three-car garage. The homes boast estate-style architectural elements throughout, such as covered front entries, vaulted ceilings, formal dining rooms, elegant master suites and options for a loft or den. The homes also feature gourmet center-island kitchens overlooking the adjoining great room, making the floor plans perfect for entertaining and everyday living. A variety of customizing and flexible room options are avail-

The economic stress of the lingering recession has forced thousands of local residents to abandon homeownership and enter the home rental market. Their desire to stay close to existing schools, shopping and commute routes presents a tremendous challenge to these families. Foreclosure and short-sale participants now find that a damaged credit history will significantly restrict their lifestyle for years. Federal lending guidelines dictate two to three years before a new mortgage is an option and credit scores must meet higher minimums. Prospective tenants are subject to income and credit screening when dealing with professional agencies. The inventory of available rental homes remains low and has already begun to push rents upward. Earnest investors are purchasing bank-owned properties at reduced prices and realizing the positive cash flow potential of rental income. Finding good tenants, maintaining rental properties and knowledge of applicable landlord laws has presented challenges to owners. One local company with a depth of experience and a breadth of services is positioned to help with the challenges facing tenants and owners. A sister company of Coldwell Banker Amaral & Associates, A. Meadows Property Management specializes in leasing and managing single-family residences in East Contra Costa County and is committed to providing the highest standard of professional quality services in the industry. A. Meadows Property Management finds desirable homes for potential renters and assists owners in finding, leasing and maintaining rental properties. For more information, call 925-625-7975 or visit www. ameadowspropertymanagement.com.

able that allow homebuyers to personalize the home’s interior and exterior spaces to reflect their personal style and desires. Meritage Homes’ energy-efficient and environmentally friendly standard green features included in every Anchor Bend home feature Low-E windows, programmable thermostats, Energy Star appliances, high-performance showerheads and faucets, low-VOC carpets, paint and finishes, and more. These price-included features combine to make all new Meritage homes 20-30 percent more energy efficient than homes built to the current International Residential Code. In addition to lowering utility bills and using fewer natural resources, these homes also provide better indoor air quality for a healthier living environment. To visit Anchor Bend from Oakley’s Main Street, turn left on Cypress and continue straight into the Summer Lake community. Turn right on Summer Lake Drive, left on Lakewood Drive, and right on Clear Lake Drive. For sales office hours and additional information, call Danny Menther at 866-675-9383 or visit www.meritagehomes.com.

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Downtown on Road to Revitalization The new Art Gonzales Memorial Fountain will be located where the original is, at the corner of Oak and First streets.

Downtown Brentwood’s Road to Revitalization Project officially began last week with the demolition of sidewalks, removal of existing trees and implementation of one-way traffic on Chestnut Street between First Street and Brentwood Boulevard. This project will include improved utility systems and new streetscape amenities such as wider sidewalks for outdoor dining and merchandising, new furniture and street lights, new trees in the downtown area plus the undergrounding of existing overhead utilities on Chestnut Street. The project is expected to be completed in the summer of 2011. Traffic lanes will be temporarily reduced to one lane in each direction on portions of Chestnut, Oak and First streets for the length of the project in an effort to maintain vehicular circulation in and around the downtown area. One-way traffic will be implemented incrementally as demolition and construction begin on each new street and block. Work will be performed on one side of the street at a time, allowing entry to shops and restaurants. Pedestrian access to all downtown properties and businesses will be maintained at all times after sidewalk demolition. Construction activities will be stopped each Friday afternoon to allow construction-free zones for weekend shopping and dining. Though inconveniences will arise due to the nature and scope of the work, businesses will remain open. New 36-inch boxed trees have already been selected and are continuing to grow at the nursery to provide the largest possible tree at the time of planting in the spring of 2011. The primary street tree species were selected for their open and upright branching characteristic, fall colors, early growth, minimal debris droppings and heat tolerance. Small flowering trees were selected as colorful corner accents. For additional information, call Senior Community Development Analyst Kwame Reed at 925-516-5304 or e-mail kreed@ ci.brentwood.ca.us. You can also use the comment section of the project’s website at www.ci.brentwood.ca.us/streetscapes.

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iberty Payers Santos Gutinenez (54) and Tyler Black (71) get a healthy helping of tri-tip Monday from members of the Brentwood and Oakley Kiwanis clubs, part of the activities surrounding the annual Bell Game gridiron tilt between the Lions and their lunchmates for the day, the Freedom Falcons. The two squads clash pads at the Bell Game this weekend.

Antioch government, cops face tough cuts by Justin Lafferty Staff Writer Following the failure of Measure P, a proposed half-cent sales tax increase ticketed for Antioch’s general fund, the city will need to make tough cuts to balance the budget. One of the major recipients of Measure P money was to be the Antioch Police Department, currently at a 35-percent vacancy rate. Capt. Allan Cantando said to counteract a deficit of roughly $450,000, the department will be forced to make changes. According to Cantando, between five and 10 Antioch officers might be laid off, but he doesn’t know when that decision will be made. The department would likely re-assign some investigations officers to patrol and scale back the investigation of property and narcotics crimes, focusing instead on violent crimes. As it stands now, reports of grand theft of less than $1,000 involving no leads are not sufficient to set an investigation in motion. Cantando said that the department might raise that threshold. At an October City Council meeting, Police Chief Jim Hyde went through a list of programs that had already been cut, such as School Resource Officers and the Police and Citizens Togetherness Team. “It’s extremely unfortunate, but the public will see noticeable changes within the police department,” Cantando said. “It’s totally based on a lack of staffing.” So far this month, the department has cut its front desk payroll in half. Its current hours are Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The department has also eliminated its monthly neighborhood cleanup program, staffed mainly by volunteers. Hyde and two patrol cars customarily attended the event. Despite the cancellation, Antioch resi-

dent Dena Jeglum and her husband, Dennis (a retired Alameda County police officer), organized a volunteer effort last weekend to restart the planned cleanup for the area near East 16th Street and August Way. Jeglum said that while only 12 people came out for October’s cleanup event, 49 showed up last weekend. “We have the team spirit and teamwork. Everyone wants to help the police and help Antioch,” Jeglum said, adding that Target footed the bill for coffee, donuts, granola bars and garbage bags, among other things. Volunteers also pitched in with garbage bags. Weather permitting, Jeglum would like to keep the cleanup event alive the first Saturday of each month. The recent cleanup was the 20th such event, originated by Hyde, and Jeglum said he couldn’t stomach seeing it die. Mayor Jim Davis was impressed by the volunteer effort to keep the cleanup going. “I’d love to see citizens take it over,” he said. Volunteerism was talked about toward the end of Tuesday’s City Council meeting as board members addressed the city’s deficit of roughly $4 million. City manager Jim Jakel said that on a monthly basis, Antioch is spending $300,000 more than it has. He noted that in many city departments, one person does several jobs, so there’s not much room for further staff reduction. Council members discussed the idea of recruiting more volunteers to do tasks such as simply answering phones at City Hall or directing visitors to the appropriate department. Council will talk further about such ideas, as well as other ways to cut expenses, at a special budget meeting on Nov. 30 at 6 p.m. in council chambers, 200 H St. Jakel said the council would consider across-the-board cuts versus entire department eliminations as a way to keep Antioch afloat. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

said too much money had been paid out. “There has been a deficit in the fund balance for the last four years …” the report states. “Expenditures occurred each year without specific KCMF allocation Board approval.” The report identifies a total of $634,000 in KCMF dollars that have been used, but not approved, by the County Board of Supervisors over the past decade, an assertion that Glover disputes. “All of the dollars are accounted for,” said Glover. “Every dollar we spent was indeed approved by the board.” Among the items examined by Ybarra’s office were a list of allegations that included claims of inadequate paperwork, inappropriate use of the mitigation funds and a lack of checks, balances and overall reporting. The release of the report has drawn sharp criticism from both Piepho and Glover, who contend the report is less than complete. Piepho called the report “irresponsible” and “nonsense,” adding that she also believes the report vindicates her from the accusations of those who approached Ybarra in the first place. She added that numerous e-mails and phone calls made to Ybarra’s office to discuss the report were not returned. “If anything, this (report) is clearly a reflection of how the county auditor has not done his job,” said Piepho, noting that she believes it was Ybarra’s office that is responsible for any deficiencies tracking the fund. Glover said that had Ybarra’s office given him the opportunity to read the report prior to publication, many of the outstanding questions could have been answered: “These issues could and should have been resolved if only someone from the auditor’s office had asked the question or even allowed us to comment on the report’s findings. I intend to review the report in great

Site from page 1A bey Medical High School in the Antioch Unified School District. Glenn said the district has put out some feelers to get an idea of where Site 4 could be located, but there are no formal plans to set up a new site: “With the slowing of the economy, there is no urgency to build another high school in the next few years. Right now, the board is revisiting the idea of building the fourth high school in Oakley’s Cypress Corridor, but we’re evaluating all the options. We’re essentially starting all over.” Board Member Steve Barr said Oakley’s Cypress Corridor would be an ideal place for a high school. Since significant residential development is planned for that area, residents there will need a high school. Oakley’s only high school, Freedom, is already over capacity, serving more students than Heritage or Liberty in Brentwood. “Nothing’s official yet, but I think the district needs to work with Oakley to find a spot along the Cypress Corridor,” Barr said. “That’s where the growth is going to be. Site 4 at Sellers and Delta just presented too many problems. Traffic was a big concern. We don’t want another American Avenue on our hands, and since the roadways wouldn’t be improved in the near future, the board decided not to approve the EIR, and returning the land is just the next step.”

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detail, and in the event there are areas where we can make improvements, we will do so. But I wish to make very clear that all monies handled through my office have been managed in a professional, fair, legal and appropriate manner.” Ybarra conceded that some of the intricacies of the KCMF might have been overlooked prior to his examination. “It’s (the KCMF) a very small piece, very small corner of our $1.3 billion budget,” said Ybarra. “And up until this group of citizens brought it to our attention, it was way below our radar.” Despite the blowback, Ybarra, who is set to retire in a few months after 28 years on the job, maintains that the report was a fair, unbiased examination, and stands by his work. “This was very compelling to me,” said Ybarra. “The residents we talked with were all very thoughtful and well-spoken. But it was really more than that. When my assistant spent her time calling the various offices that this group (of residents) had already been in touch with, there was a lot of defensiveness and lack of cooperation. “There were those who did not want me to do this report and there were those who asked me not to release it. But it’s not about making the county look good or making me look good. It’s about being responsible and responsive to this group and the general public. I’m proud of the work we did.” Piepho said she had asked Ybarra to hold the report until it had been reviewed by County Adminstrator David Twa, county counsel and Local Agency Formation Commission. Until the report has been peer vetted, said Piepho, “It has absolutely no value.” She added that Twa is expected to receive a copy of the report next week and will review the findings. Rick Lemyre contributed to this story. To comment, visit www.thepress.net. While the Oakley City Council has opposed the Sellers-Delta location from the beginning, City Manager Bryan Montgomery expressed some concern about building a high school in the Cypress Corridor. “Site 4 has been reduced to 38 acres, but it still has potential,” said Montgomery. “There needs to be road improvements, but a school might still work at that location. “My concern for building a school along the Cypress Corridor is that there is already a lot of traffic at Cypress and Main five days a week, two times a day (as students travel to Iron House Elementary and Delta Vista Middle School), and adding a high school would increase traffic. “Our main concern is public safety and safe routes to school. There aren’t many areas left in Oakley to build a high school of that size. There are areas for smaller satellite schools, but these are all options that the district needs to consider. They need to evaluate all of their options before moving forward.” If the district needs an additional high school in the next few years and Site 4 hasn’t been relocated, according to Glenn, the district could precede at Site 5 in Discovery Bay. Barr, however, said that since a high school in Discovery Bay would not reduce the overpopulation at Freedom High School, such a move would be a last resort. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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Big second half lifts Patriots over Panthers by Justin Lafferty Staff Writer It took Heritage High’s varsity football team just 12 seconds to silence an upset-minded host Antioch on Friday. In the third quarter of the Patriots’ 55-21 win, Heritage broke a 21-21 tie with a nine-yard touchdown run by senior halfback Kruger Story Jr. A Panther player dropped a short kickoff, giving the ball right back to the Patriots, who scored a few seconds later on a 43-yard Story Jr. run. Following those big touchdowns, Antioch lost any momentum it had gained, and Heritage, clad in new white uniforms, proceeded to roll. “I was just thinking that we had to go out and get a drive together,” Patriot head coach Jeff Haagenson said. “We thought we could score every time we have the ball. We feel that way every time.” Story Jr.’s 156 yards on 23 carries and three touchdowns led the Heritage offense. Senior RB Treyvon Hanna ran for 101 yards and two touchdowns. Junior Jeremiah Poti also contributed 53 yards and a touchdown for the Patriots, who advanced to 7-2 overall (3-1 Bay Valley Athletic League). Heritage is now ranked No. 10 in the North Coast Section. Senior quarterback Brent Eikanas passed for 187 yards, completing 5-of-7 including a 25-yard TD pass to senior receiver Dorian Hardy. “We didn’t expect them to tie it up with us; we expected to just come out and put them away,” Hanna said. “We’re a second-half team, so we came back and put them away. We found a way.” Prior to the two quick touchdowns, Antioch threatened to make it a competitive game. Down 21-7 in the second quarter, Shamawn Wright blazed his way down the field for a 90yard kick return to make the score 21-14. Early in the third quarter, another big play electrified the

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Heritage RB Treyvon Hanna catches a pass in front of Antioch’s Davey Gentry. home crowd on senior night and planted the thought of an upset in the minds of the Panthers. Wright caught a pass from senior QB Billy Cloninger, zigged and zagged, then ran for an 85-yard score to tie it up. “We hung with a very good team; we did very well,” Antioch head coach John Lucido said. “The whole team was very excited, but I think we made a mistake and kind of took the air out a little bit. I’m proud of them.” Cloninger threw for 181 yards (118 to Wright), one touchdown and one interception. The loss dropped the Panthers to 1-8 overall (0-4 BVAL). The Patriots face a tough league opponent in Deer Valley on Friday while the Panthers host Pittsburg on Saturday for the Big Little Game. Heritage’s junior varsity team also claimed a win, 27-21, over Antioch. The Panthers looked poised to at least tie the game with about two minutes left. A big gain by running back

Elbert Hamilton put Antioch deep into Patriot territory, but a fumble on the next play gave the ball back to Heritage. The Patriots advanced to 6-3 overall while the Panthers fell to 2-7. Pittsburg 23, Freedom 21 Field goals were the difference maker in Freedom’s bid for an upset over BVAL stalwart Pittsburg on its home turf. A fourth-quarter kick by Pirate junior Irvin Chivichon gave Pittsburg a final 23-21 lead in a game the Falcons led 14-6 at halftime. Freedom senior kicker Robert Melena had a chance to put his team ahead with 37.2 seconds left in the game, but was unable to connect on a potential game-winning field goal. Despite the sour ending, Falcon head coach Kevin Hartwig was happy with the way his team hung in against the Pirates, who were crowned BVAL champs. Freedom sophomore QB Dante Mayes continued to impress, throwing three touchdown passes – to senior Cameron Short, junior Jordan Sheppard and junior Stephen Rodriguez. “That’s the best we played all year,” Hartwig said. “To go into Pitt and play the way we did, I’m so proud of our kids.” With the loss, the Falcons dropped to 4-5 overall (1-3 BVAL). Pittsburg is now 4-5 overall, but a perfect 4-0 against league opponents. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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Bay Valley Athletic League varsity water polo teams had a rough weekend. Liberty, Freedom and Heritage high schools all made first-round exits at the North Coast Section tournament. The 11th-seeded Liberty girls team saw any hope of an upset over sixth-seeded Mission San Jose dashed quickly. The physical and quick Warriors scored nearly at will in the first quarter, posting 10 consecutive goals en route to a 20-6 victory at De La Salle High School in Concord. “The girls didn’t quit; even though the score was pretty lopsided, they went out and played their hearts out,” Lion head coach Chris Rose said. “As a coach, that’s all you can ask.”

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Gianna Lucido always wanted to find a spot on Antioch High’s varsity football team. A spot on Freedom High’s team ended up finding Trisha La Fleur. Lucido, daughter of Panthers head coach John Lucido, grew up in a footballcentric household. Not caring much for the powderpuff version of the game, she earned a spot on the freshman football team as a cornerback and kicker. The senior worked her way up to Antioch’s varsity team this season at the same time her father was named head coach. Lucido took over the kicking job from Dallas Butterfield, her former teammate on the girls’ soccer team. “As soon as I got to high school, I saw an opportunity and I took it,” Lucido said. “I’ve always been in the stands, watching it and looking up to people, but now it’s a whole new experience, actually being out here.” The Thursday before Freedom’s season opener against Amador Valley, the team’s starting kicker became ineligible. Falcons head coach Kevin Hartwig was scrambling for a reliable substitute. Junior

receiver Jordan Willis told Hartwig about his friend, a soccer player who had no gridiron experience, but an incredible leg. That Monday, Hartwig was introduced to La Fleur. After a short but impressive tryout, the 4.0-GPA sports medicine student became Freedom’s kicker. Now, the senior jokingly calls Willis her agent. “She didn’t miss,” Hartwig said, recalling that tryout. “She’s just cool, calm, collected and she’s got a steady rhythm.” Lucido and La Fleur are the only girls playing for Bay Valley Athletic League teams. Both have impressed coaches and teammates not only with handling the stress that comes with being a varsity football player, but the nuances of the kicking game. Lucido, who handles short field goals and extra points, has been 16-for-18 on PATs. She has connected on field goals of 21 and 25 yards. Lucido is also a member of Antioch’s cross-country team and was a finalist for Homecoming Queen. “I know she can handle the pressure,” John Lucido said. “I don’t really even think about it anymore. It’s just natural.” see Splitting page 19B

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Heritage High’s Arlesha Samuda, the Bay Valley Athletic League tournament singles champion, returns a shot.

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Heritage sweeps tourney by Justin Lafferty Staff Writer

A dominating performance from its top singles player and an unlikely doubles pairing has earned Heritage High the Bay Valley Athletic League girls tennis tournament title. In the final round of the tournament, held at Diamond Hills Sports Club in Oakley, Heritage junior and No. 1 player Arlesha Samuda defeated Antioch’s Shannon West 61, 6-0 to capture the singles title. The victory capped a year in which Samuda went undefeated. At one point, said Patriot head coach Ed Dong, Samuda’s opponents appeared intimidated, prompting the Patriot ace to go into attack mode. “I actually felt nervous at first, like in my first match or second match,” Samuda said. “But then during the game, I felt calm

and relaxed. All I had to do was just keep on doing what I was doing.” Samuda’s performance earned her a bid to the North Coast Section tournament Nov. 16 and 17, also held at Diamond Hills. The only other singles player to represent BVAL will be Freedom senior Nicole Zanarini, who received an at-large bid. Zanarini lost to West in the league semifinals. “It hasn’t sunk in yet,” Dong said of the win. “We worked on volleys and short balls all season long. We worked on strategy and it all paid off.” Senior Stefanie Johnston and sophomore Megan Cleek, Heritage’s No. 2 and 3 singles players, respectively, went all way to the final. The duo topped Freedom’s No. 1 doubles team of Madison Mills and Kristen Quesada by scores of 6-1 and 6-0. For the full story, visit www.thepress.net.

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Delta Patriots rock Oakland Coliseum he Delta Patriots Varsity East and West teams got the chance to play football at the Oakland Coliseum following the thrilling Raiders victory over the Chiefs on Sunday. The Delta Patriots Rookies West avenged its ďŹ rst loss of the season by defeating the Tracy Buccaneers Rookies 6-0. The game featured a single touchdown by Jordan Sucow plus the usual stellar defensive play of Devan Lance, Nicky Einess, Ethan Eggert, Dominic Littlejohn, PJ Davis and Conner Capps.

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‘D’ as in dynamo by Marla Luckhardt It was about 3 a.m. and I found myself on the living room couch listening to the white noise of my television in the hopes of falling back to sleep. Through the spurts of sleep and half sleep I heard someone talking about Vitamin D and how it’s the newest wonder. Newest? I’ve been taking some form of vitamin D for years. I decided to pay a little more attention and postpone sleep for a while longer. The next morning I went on the Internet, read all I could about this “new wonder” and was surprised to find a world of information. Here’s what I found out: Vitamin D is technically not a vitamin but a hormone. It’s a metabolic product, which means the body produces it. D3 in the skin is the most important fact of D, and current research has indicated that Vitamin D deficiency is a leading factor in 17 varieties of cancer, heart disease, stroke, hypertension, autoimmune disease, diabetes, depression, chronic pain, muscle weakness and osteoporosis. In order for the body to utilize Vitamin D to its fullest potential, it should be coupled with magnesium, since a very low level of magnesium could be one cause of Vitamin D deficiency. Although the sun produces natu-

ral Vitamin D, the threat of skin cancer compels us to cover up and slather up when we spend time outdoors. Milk also contains Vitamin D, but you would need to drink half the cow to reach the level suggested each day. Moo! A multivitamin doesn’t contain the recommended amount of Vitamin D. Supplements are the best way to balance out our Vitamin D, but opinions vary on how much is sufficient and safe. The one constant in all I read was that Vitamin D is indeed the sleeper, the dark horse, the quiet wonder. One study showed a 60-percent decrease in cancer risk for people who took 2000 I.U.s (International Units) of Vitamin D per day. Check with your pharmacist or your doctor to see what dosage of D and/or magnesium is right for you. They might suggest a 25-hydoxyvitamin D test. The vitamins are inexpensive; you can often find one of my famous 2-for-1 deals out there. My mom, my husband and I are all taking Vitamin D3. Maybe it will keep me off the couch at night. Then I can add insomnia to the list of things it helps. Keep healthy! Marla Luckhardt is a Discovery Bay resident and member of the East Contra Costa Senior Coalition. She works with several local senior care and advocacy groups. To contact her, e-mail marla2054@ aol.com.

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iverside Military Academy has recognized Sarah McGee as the elected representative for Delta Company on the 2010 RMA Homecoming Court. Sarah is a junior at Lassiter High School in Antioch, where she participates in Irish dancing plus track and ﬁeld. Sarah’s escort for Homecoming was Delta Company C/2LT Wesley Brandon Chasse, a senior at Riverside Military Academy in Georgia.

Heritage High School senior Jacqueline Babinat, daughter of Robert and Jennifer Babinat of Brentwood, has been awarded a Collegiate Scholarship from Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa for the 2011-12 school year. Northwestern College is a Christian college of nearly 1,250 students. Rated the nation’s second-best baccalaureate college by Washington Monthly and a Top-10 Midwestern college by U.S. News & World Report magazine, Northwestern provides an education that combines academic rigor with a faith perspective.

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Happenings from page 11B Main St. (behind Scheer Home Systems). The scouts offer quality Noble and Douglas fir trees for sale, as well as fresh wreaths and charming ornaments. Delivery is available. For hours and more information, call 925-625-5391. Saturday, Nov. 27 RED MEN & POCAHONTAS HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE The annual holiday boutique, sponsored by Oakley’s Red Men & Pocahontas service organization, runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The boutique features crafts, collectibles and baked goods, plus scrapbooking and beauty products. For vendor information, call 925-6251102.

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Friday, Dec. 3 and Saturday, Dec. 4 MADRIGAL DINNER Resurrection Ministries, 1275 Fairview Ave. in Brentwood, presents its annual Madrigal Dinner at 7 p.m. Enjoy an evening of feasting and merriment appropriate for children 7 and older. Tickets are $35. For reservations and tickets, call 925240-5119 or 925-634-5180. Friday, Dec. 3 BANC CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING The Brentwood Advisory Neighborhood Committee (BANC) invites you to its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5:30 p.m. in the Brentwood Senior Activity Center, 193 Griffith Lane. Highlights of the free event include music, hot drinks, tasty treats and a visit from Santa. The 24-foot Christmas tree will be lit at 7 p.m. BANC will also be accepting donations of non-perishable food items and new pajamas for all ages. For more information, call 925-5165366.

Saturday, Dec. 4 DISCOVERY BAY PARADE OF LIGHTS & TREE LIGHTING The seventh annual event showcases more than 200 lighted floats and vehicles. Thousands of spectators turn out each year for this holiday spectacular, which begins at 3 p.m. with a visit from Santa at the Discovery Bay Marina. The parade begins at 5 p.m. from the Boardwalk Grill parking lot and concludes at the Discovery Bay Shopping Center, followed by the tree lighting. For more information, call 925-408-8332. LUHSD HOLIDAY HOME TOUR Hosted by the Liberty Union High School District Education Foundation, the tour visits homes lovingly decked out in oldworld finery and festive holiday décor. To join the tour, meet at Hannah Nicole Vineyard, 6700 Balfour Road in Brentwood, at noon. Following the tour, participants are invited to return to the winery for an evening of live and silent auctions, prize drawings, refreshments and live entertainment. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. For

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more information and to purchase tickets, go to www.educationwins.org. OAKLEY TREE LIGHTING Join Oakley’s celebration of the season in an evening of festive entertainment including performances by local children’s choirs. The event features make-n-take crafts, games and free refreshments. Santa will be on hand for a visit and photo-ops with the children – bring your camera. The celebration begins at 5 p.m. at the Oakley Civic Center, 3231 Main St. Sunday, Dec. 5 DISCOVERY BAY HOLIDAY HOME TOUR Discovery Bay Community Presbyterian Church presents its 2010 Holiday Home Tour, spotlighting some of the community’s most festive homes. Participants meet at the church, 1900 Willow Lake Road, at 12:30 p.m. The event concludes with music, refreshments and door prizes. Tickets are $20. Proceeds benefit the church’s community projects. For more information, call 925513-1939 or 925-634-0184.

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AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: NARINDER PAL, 127 MEADOW LARK WAY, HERCULES, CA 94547 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: NARINDER PAL FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CH ANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N10-1852 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: NARINDER PAL ﬁled a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. NARINDER PAL (AKA) NARINDER PAL KAUR to Proposed Name: NARINDER PAL KAUR 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 12/7/10 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: BRENTWOOD PRESS Date: October 28, 2010 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates:November 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007357-00 The name of the business (es): JDejaco Located at: 2140 California Street, #7 In: Concord, CA 94520 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Leondra Fujiwara, 2140 California Street, #7, Concord, CA 94520. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the ﬁctitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Leondra Fujiwara This statement was ﬁled with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 20, 2010 By: D. Acuff, Deputy Expires: October 20, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: October 29, November 5, 12, 19, 2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007359-00 The name of the business (es): CAL DELTA INSURANCE BROKERS, INC. Located at: 651 First Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): CAL DELTA INSURANCE BROKERS, INC., 651 First Street, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: a CorporationThe registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: TIMOTHY MOBLEY, President This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 20, 2010By: T. Ragsdale, Deputy Expires: October 20, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: October 29, November 5, 12, 19, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007562-00 The name of the business (es): NorCal Construction, NorCal Solar Located at: 2420 Sand Creek Road, #C-1241 In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): NorCal Construction & Solar, 2420 Sand Creek Road, #C-1241 Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: a Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Richard Kyle Williams This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 28, 2010 By: J. Odegaard, Deputy Expires: October 28, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007546-00 The name of the business (es): TREASURED MOMENTS PHOTOGRAPHY Located at: 1769 BLAKESLEY DRIVE In: SAN RAMON, CA 94582 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s):MARIA T. JOHNSON, 1782 BLAKESLEY DRIVE, SAN RAMON, CA 94582. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 10/28/10. Signature of registrant: MARIA T. JOHNSON This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 28, 2010 By: Courtney Dias, Deputy Expires: october 28, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 5, 12, 19, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007659-00 The name of the business (es): EMBRACE VICTORY Located at: 2287 Fairview Avenue In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Peter Andrew Jacoway, 2287 Fairview Avenue, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 4/5/10. Signature of registrant: Peter A. Jacoway This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: November 3, 2010 By: Courtney Dias Deputy Expires: November 3, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 12, 19, 26, December 3, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007673-00 The name of the business (es): LeadNow Business Solutions Located at: 1230 Acacia Court In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s):Rodney Pettis, 1230 Acacia Court, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 11/3/10. Signature of registrant: Rodney Pettis This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: November 3, 2010 By: D. Acuff, Deputy Expires: November 3, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 12, 19, 26, December 3, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007419-00 The name of the business (es): S + S Handyman Services Located at: 111 Crater Lake Court In: Oakley, CA 94561 Mailing: P.O. Box 1486, Oakley, CA 94561 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Steven Vigil Sr., 111 Crater Lake Court, Oakley, CA 94561. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 10/22/- 10. Signature of registrant: Steven Vigil, Sr. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 22, 2010 By: L. Derrick, Deputy Expires: October 22, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0006904-00 The name of the business (es): Sals Auto Sales Located at: 5660 Main Street In: Oakley, CA 94561. Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Marisol Gomez, 841 Chianti Way, Oakley, CA 94561. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 9/29/10. Signature of registrant: Marisol Gomez This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: September 29, 2010 By: D. Acuff, Deputy Expires: September 29, 2015 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: October 22, 29, November 5, 12,2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007461-00 The name of the business (es): MTC Innovations Located at: 130 Wallen Lane In: Oakley CA 94561 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Michael Citro, 130 Wallen Lane, Oakley, CA 94561. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Michael Citro This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 26, 2010 By: H. Franklin, Deputy Expires: October 26, 2015 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1293425-02 APN: 018- 460-018-7 TRA: 10088 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx7791 REF: Ramirez, Anna IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED September 28, 2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On November 29, 2010, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded October 02, 2006, as Inst. No. 2006- 0311783-00 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by: Anna Lynne De Guzman Ramirez and Lauro Ramos Ramirez Iii Wife And Husband, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’ s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association,

savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1244 Picadilly Ln Brentwood CA 94513 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $471,357.09. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the “mortgage loan servicer” as defined in civil code ‘a7 2923.53(k)(3), declares that it has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to civil code section 2923.53 and that the exemption is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded. the time frame for giving a notice of sale specified in civil code section 2923.52 subdivision (a) does not apply to this notice of sale pursuant to civil code sections 2923.52. DECLARATION PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 2923.54 Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54, the undersigned loan servicer declares as follows: 1. It has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; and 2. The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or Section 2923.55. Chase Home Finance LLC Name: Ann Thorn Title: First Vice President For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221. Cal- Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: November 05, 2010. (R-350086 11/05/10, 11/- 12/10, 11/19/10) Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: Novemeber 5, 12, 19, 2010

Sentara Way, Suite 303 Virginia Beach VA 23452. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has not obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: 11/11/2010 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-730-2727 or Login to: www. fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders rights’ against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3803333 11/- 12/2010, 11/19/2010, 11/26/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 12, 19, 26, 2010

Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714- 730-2727 or Login to: www. fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3775727 11/- 12/2010, 11/19/2010, 11/26/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 12, 19, 26, 2010 INVITATION TO BID Project: Oakley Fire Station No. 93, 530 O’Hara Avenue, Oakley, CA 94561 General Contractor: Ascent Builders, Inc. Phone: 916-383-7000 Site work Bid Date: November 15, 2010 2:00 p.m. Building Bid Date: November 22, 2010 2:00 p.m. Fax Bids To: 916-383-7001 Description of the Work: Ascent Builders, Inc., General Contractor for the new Oakley Fire Station is requesting subcontractor bids for all scopes of work. Plans are available online at: www. ascentbuilders.com/the-bid-room. Project is prevailing wage and all contractors will have to meet the Ascent Builders pre-qualification requirements. Site work construction to start 11-22-2010. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Date: November 12, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007678-00 The name of the business (es): Peter Waite and Sons Garden Services & Specilty Landscaping Contractor Located at: 6670 Yellowstone Circle In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Peter M. Waite, 6670 Yellowstone Circle, Discovery Bay, CA 94505 and Eric M. Waite, 3712 Otter Brook Loop, Discovery Bay, CA 94505. This business is conducted by: a General Partnership The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Peter M. Waite/Eric M. Waite This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: November 4, 2010 By: J. Odegaard, Deputy Expires: November 4, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 12, 19, 26, December 3, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007495-00 The name of the business (es): Stacey’s Samskara Located at: 2066 Heartland Court In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Stacey Maria Touhy, 2066 heartland Court, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant:Stacey Touhy This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 27, 2010 By: J. Odegaard, Deputy Expires: october 27, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name Divas and Darlings, 2608 Ranchwood Drive, Brentwood, CA 94513 The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Contra Costa County on May 6, 2009 under file number F-0003235-00. (*) Kerri Ann Helmick, 2608 Ranchwood Drive, Brentwood, CA 94513 (**) This business was conducted by: an Individual This statement was filed with theCounty Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 7, 2010 By: C. Dias, Deputy Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: October 22, 29, November 5, 12, 2010 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Michael Cagalawan, 2355 Woodhill Drive, Pittsburg, CA 94565 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Michael Cagalawan FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAMECASE NUMBER: N10-1706 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Michael Cagalawan filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Michael Cagalawan to Proposed Name: Michael Tompkins 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 12/7/10 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: BRENTWOOD PRESS Date: October 8, 2010 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: October 22, 29, November 5, 12, 2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007534-00 The name of the business (es): MARY LOVES GRACE Located at:2301 SHADY WILLOW LANE In: BRENTWOOD, CA 94513, Mailing: P.O. Box 1500, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): MARY LOVES GRACE LLC, 2301 SHADY WILLOW LANE, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 10/28/10. Signature of registrant: MARY BAARDA, Owner This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 28, 2010 By: Courtney Dias, Deputy Expires: October 28, 2010 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007417-00 The name of the business (es): BRENTWOOD SHOTOKAN KARATE-DO Located at: 161 SAND CREEK ROAD In: BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Mailing: 1230 COMICE PARKWAY, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): DOUGLAS JOE FINNEY, 1230 COMICE PARKWAY, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Douglas Joe Finney This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 22, 2010 By: C. Garcia, Deputy Expires: October 22, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: October 29, November 5, 12, 19, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007681-00 The name of the business (es): BYRON CORNER’S, INC. Located at: 15031 BYRON HIGHWAY In: BYRON, CA 94514, Mailing: P.O. Box 568, BYRON, CA 94514 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): BYRON CORNERS, INC., 15031BYRON HIGHWAY, BYRON, CA 94514 . This business is conducted by: a Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 11/4/10. Signature of registrant: Jasvir Singh Shahi, President This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: November 4, 2010 By: Courtney Dias, Deputy Expires: November 4, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 12, 19, 26, December 3, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007444-00 The name of the business (es): BARNETT LAWN CARE; DANVILLE LAWN CARE Located at: 696 San Ramon Valley Boulevard, Danville, CA 94526 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): John M Barnett and Kelly Barnett, 1640 Gamay Circle, Oakley, CA 94561. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: John Barnett This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 25, 2010 By: J. Odegaard, Deputy Expires: october 25, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 12, 19, 26, December 3, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007298-00 The name of the business (es): Actaea Press Located at: 1423 Sail Court In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505 Mailing: P.O. Box 1941, Discovery Bay, CA 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Lawrence D. Ramspott, 1423 Sail Court, Discovery Bay, CA 94505. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 8/31/10. Signature of registrant: Lawrence D. Ramspott This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 18, 2010 By: C. Garcia, Deputy Expires: October 18, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: October 29, November 5, 12, 19, 2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007648-00 The name of the business (es): Cypress Stables Located at: 4370 Franklin Lane In: Oakley, CA 94561 Mailing: 4350 Franklin Lane, Oakley, CA 94561 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Norman Daniels Tre and Tamera Daniels Tre, 4350 Franklin Land, Oakley, CA 94561. This business is conducted by: a Trust The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Tamera Daniels and Norman Daniles Tre This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: November 3, 2010 By: B. Basch, Deputy Expires: November 3, 2015 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 12, 19, 26, December 3, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007466-00 The name of the business (es): Pacific Asset Management Group Located at: 160B Guthrie Lane, #1 In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Mailing: 678 Cherry Tree Way, Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Aaron Phillips, 678 Cherry Tree Way, Brentwood, CA 94513 Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 9/10/02. Signature of registrant: Aaron Phillips This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 26, 2010 By: L. Barajas Deputy Expires: October 26, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007401-00 The name of the business (es): Discovery Bay Mobile Car Wash Located at: 4500 Cove Lane In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Jerry E. Hall II, 4500 Cove Lane, Discovery Bay, CA 94505 This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 9/1/10. Signature of registrant: Jerry E. Hall II This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 21, 2010 By: C. Garcia, Deputy Expires: October 21, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 12, 19, 26, December 3, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007412-00 The name of the business (es): Discount R.V. + Truck Parts Located at:2217 Hampshire Drive In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Monica M. Mathews and Tim B. Mathews, 2217 Hampshire Drive, Discovery Bay, CA 94505. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Monica M. Mathews/ Tim B. Mathews This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 22, 2010 By: C. Garcia, Deputy Expires: october 22, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: October 29, November 5, 12, 19, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0006946-00 The name of the business (es): GreenHouse Design Studio Located at: 20 Copenhagen Court In: Alamo, CA 94507 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): GreenHouse Design Studio, Inc., 20 Copenhagen Court, Alamo, CA 94507 . This business is conducted by: a Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 9/28/10 Signature of registrant: James P. Furber This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 1, 2010 By: Courtney Dias, Deputy Expires: October 1, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: October 29, November 5, 12, 19, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0006901-00 The name of the business (es): ATWOOD PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Located at: 909 BARMOUTH COURT In: ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): RANDY ATWOOD, 909 BARMOUTH COURT, ANTIOCH, CA 94509. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: RANDY ATWOOD This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: September 29, 2010 By: J. Odegaard, Deputy Expires: September 29, 2015 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: October 29, November 5, 12, 19, 2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007493-00 The name of the business (es): CJ Installations Located at: 3670 Concord Avenue, Unit A In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Jens Christian Jensen, 3670 Concord Avenue, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Jens Christian Jensen This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 27, 2010 By: Jose Gonzalez, Deputy Expires: October 27, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007340-00 The name of the business (es): C2-IT Cattle Company Located at: 1350 Crescent Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, Mailing: P.O. Box 722, Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Loretta Cooksey, 1350 Crescent Drive, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 10/19/10 Signature of registrant: Loretta Cooksey This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 19, 2010 By: C. Garcia, Deputy Expires: October 19, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: October 29, November 5, 12, 19, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0006932-00 The name of the business (es): COMPUTECH Located at: 468 LEVEE ROAD In: BAY POINT, CA 94565 Mailing: P.O. Box 304, PITTSBURG, CA 94565 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): DIEGO RIVEROS, 468 LEVEE ROAD, BAY POINT, CA 94565. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 9/30/10. Signature of registrant: DIEGO RIVEROS This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: September 30, 2010 By: Myrna Barajas, Deputy Expires: September 30, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: October 22, 29, November 5, 12, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007672-00 The name of the business (es): STOP And Pay Wireless Located at: 125 Yolo Court In: Bay Point, CA 94565 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Monica Sanchez, 125 Yolo Court, Bay Point, CA 94565 and Jose C. Cervantes, 125 Yolo Court, Bay Point, CA 94565. This business is conducted by: a General Partnership The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 11/3/10. Signature of registrant: Monica Sanchez This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: November 3, 2010 By: L. Barajas, Deputy Expires: November 3, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 12, 19, 26, December 3, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007296-00 The name of the business (es): CALIFORNIA WINE & FOOD ALLIANCE Located at: 349 FOOTHILL DRIVE In: BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): KIKI POWERS, 349 FOOTHILL DRIVE, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 10/18/- 10. Signature of registrant: Kiki Powers This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 18, 2010 By: C. Sullivan, Deputy Expires: October 18, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates:October 29, November 5, 12, 19, 2010

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-10-370816-EV Order #: 1016066 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/30/2009. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): ERIC LEROY AND LAURA LEROY, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded: 5/8/2009 as Instrument No. 20090104496 in book -, page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/6/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $325,123.19 The purported property address is: 35 STONY HILL CT OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessor’s Parcel No. 037321-035 037-321-035-0 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to LoanCare Servicing Center, Inc. 3637

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-10-376999-AL Order # 100462118-CA-GTO YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/17/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): SETH A LONDON , AN UNMARRIED MAN Recorded: 3/27/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0092052-00 in book - , page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/2/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $433,217.10 The purported property address is: 23 FULLER CT OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 033-070- 109 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. 7301 Baymeadows Way Jacksonville FL 32256 Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 . If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: 11/8/2010

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-252704-C Investor No. 8353808 Loan No. 7435486071 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/19/2003. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: KEITH H. HIGASHIHARA AND CHUN RONG CHEN, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded 2/28/2003 as Instrument No. 20030093743-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:11/19/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 5107 CARRIAGE WAY ANTIOCH, California 94531 APN #: 053333- 008-0 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $292,445.00, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: 10/20/2010 ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3770485 10/29/2010, 11/05/2010, 11/12/2010 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: October 29, November 5, 12, 2010

RIES NO. 95-177714, SERIES 95-177715, SERIES NO. 95- 177716, SERIES NO. 95177717, SERIES NO. 95-177718, SERIES NO. 95-177719, OFFICIAL RECORDS. 2. AN UNDIVIDED ONE THIRD (1/3) INTEREST OF ALL OIL, GAS, MINERALS AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES LYING (500) FIVE HUNDRED FEET BELOW THE SURFACE AS RESERVED IN THE DEED BY TRI-STATE LIVESTOCK CREDIT CORPORATION RECORDED JANUARY 18, 1984, BOOK 11615, PAGE 59, OFFICIAL RECORDS, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY. 3. THE INTEREST RELINQUISHED TO THE CITY OF BRENTWOOD IN SUB-SURFACE MINERAL RIGHTS AND WATER RIGHTS BELOW 300 FEET AS SET FORTH ON THE FILED MAP. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $514,442.65 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 278 WEST COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 APN Number: 019-490-028 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 10- 29-2010 DECLARATION PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 2923.54 Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54, the undersigned loan servicer declares as follows: 1. It has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.54 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; and 2. The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or Section 2923.55. CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee (714) 259-7850 or www.fidelityasap.com (714) 573- 1965 or www.priorityposting.com CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DEBORAH BRIGNAC, VICE PRESIDENT 9200 OAKDALE AVE MAILSTOP N110612 CHATSWORTH, CA 91311 ASAP# 3796038 11/05/2010, 11/12/2010, 11/19/2010 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 5, 12, 19, 2010

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 444189CA Loan No. 0704153527 Title Order No. 530314 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10-17-2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 11-29- 2010 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 10-26-2005, Book , Page , Instrument 2005-041448000, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: RONALD E. BROWN, UNMARRIED MAN, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET(CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA Legal Description: LOT 93, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 8322 FILED AUGUST 9, 2000 IN MAP BOOK 422, AT PAGE 34, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: 1. THE UNDIVIDED 4/9 INTEREST IN ‘’ALL OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GAS, ASPHALTUM AND OTHER HYDROCARBONS AND ALL MINERALS’’ LYING MORE THAN (500) FIVE HUNDRED FEET BELOW THE SURFACE WITHOUT ANY RIGHTS OF SURFACE ACCESS AND/OR SURFACE ENTRY, DISTRIBUTED TO LORETTA WHALEY, ANNETTA ROMETTI, LOIS WELKER AND VIOLA GOMEZ IN THE DEGREES OF DISTRIBUTION RECORDED SEPTEMBER 8, 1966, BOOK 5200, OFFICIAL RECORDS, PAGE 672, AND RECORDED JULY 31,1973, BOOK 7010, OFFICIAL RECORDS, PAGE 134, AND RESERVED IN THE DEEDS RECORDED OCTOBER 13, 1995, SERIES NO. 95-177713, SE-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-09-245435-CL Order # 4006590 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/3/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): GREGORY BAHR, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 5/11/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0149433-00 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 11/23/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $565,966.24 The purported property address is: 267 CHESHIRE DR BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Assessors Parcel No. 010-320- 023-4 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Aurora Loan Services LLC 10350 Park Meadows Dr. Littleton CO 80124 Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that

is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 . If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: 10/25/2010 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714- 730-2727 or Login to: www. fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3788047 10/- 29/2010, 11/05/2010, 11/12/2010 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish Dates: October 29, November 5, 12, 2010 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Michael Paul Kaye, 5285 Hiddencrest Court, Concord, CA 94521 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Michael Paul Kaye FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N10-1881TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Michael Paul Kaye filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Michael Paul Kaye to Proposed Name: Michael Scott Savage 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 12/20/10 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: BRENTWOOD PRESS Date: October 25, 2010 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010

Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 10/- 23/2010 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# FNMA3760748 10/29/2010, 11/- 05/2010, 11/12/2010 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: October 29, November 5, 12, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 2010-03666 Loan No. 32336794 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/13/2003. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: CHAD SALAS AND APRIL SALAS, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Recorded 3/24/2003 as Instrument No. 2003-0131682-00 in book ---, page --and rerecorded on --- as --- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 11/29/2010 at 1:30 PM Place of Sale: 725 COURT STREET, MARTINEZ CALIFORNIA (COUNTY COURTHOUSE) Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $416,623.39 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 4339 Buckskin Drive, Antioch, CA 94531 A.P.N.: 053-560-006-8 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. Pursuant to California Civil Code §2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: The beneficiary or servicing agent declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner of Corporation a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the Notice of Sale is filed and/or the timeframe for giving Notice of Sale Specified in subdivision (s) of California Civil Code Section 2923.52 applies and has been provided or the loan is exempt from the requirements. Date: 10/20/201 Western Progressive, LLC, as Trusteec/o 18377 Beach Blvd., Suite 210 Huntington Beach, California 92648 For Non-Automated Sale Information, call: (866)960-8299 Robin Pape, Trustee Sale Assistant Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: November 5, 12, 19, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 10-0092294 Title Order No. 10-8366994 Investor/Insurer No. 1704919523 APN No. 037- 510-032-8 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/31/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: THANH S VO AND HUE THI HO, dated 08/31/2007 and recorded 09/11/07, as Instrument No. 2007-0256705-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/- 10/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 129 PICASSO DRIVE, OAKLEY, CA, 945611971. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown

herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $312,273.30. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 11/- 10/2010 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# FNMA3785987 11/12/2010, 11/- 19/2010, 11/26/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 12, 19, 26, 2010 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Grace Kajiwara (AKA Takako Kajiwara), 5100 1B Clayton Road, Concord, CA 94521 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Grace Kajiwara (AKA Takako Kajiwara) FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N10-1707 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Grace Kajiwara (AKA Takako Kajiwara) filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Takako Kajiwara b. (AKA) Grace Kajiwara c. (AKA) Grace Takako Kajiwara d. (AKA) Takako Breakwell e. (AKA) Grace Takako Kajiwara- Breakwell to Proposed Name: Grace Takako Kajiwara 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 12/7/10 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: BRENTWOOD PRESS Date: October 12, 2010 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: October 22, 29, November 5, 12, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 10-0091884 Title Order No. 10-8366153 Investor/Insurer No. 1700451414 APN No. 035- 633-012-6 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 12/19/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: JOSEPHINE PUGLIESE, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, dated 12/19/2005 and recorded 01/13/06, as Instrument No. 2006-0013374-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/10/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1811 GATEWAY DRIVE, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $378,480.09. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of

Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 11/- 10/2010 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# FNMA3783928 11/12/2010, 11/- 19/2010, 11/26/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 12, 19, 26, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-252858-C Investor No. 0121277628 Loan No. 0307725186 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/3/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: LUCINA PEREZ, A SINGLE WOMAN AND ALEJANDRO PEREZ AND GIOCONDA PEREZ, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY WITH RIGHT OF SURVIVORSHIP ALL AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded 5/31/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0170722 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:11/19/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 4972 MESA RIDGE DR ANTIOCH, California 945318010 APN #: 055- 050-033-4 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $527,798.00, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: 10/25/2010 ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3771119 10/- 29/2010, 11/05/2010, 11/12/2010 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: October 29, November 5, 12, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0092144 Title Order No. 09-8260847 Investor/Insurer No. 160361834 APN No. 034-160- 082-3 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 04/12/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: CHARLES WACIRA MUCOKI, AN UNMARRIED MAN., dated 04/12/- 2007 and recorded 04/19/07, as Instrument No. 2007-0114749-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/- 10/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 23 GROVE COURT, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $632,239.39. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state

or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 10/- 03/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3800129 11/12/2010, 11/19/2010, 11/26/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 12, 19, 26, 2010 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: JAGRUTI PALEJA, CHARLES PALEJA, 3821 Concord Boulevard, Concord, CA 94519 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: JAGRUTI PALEJA (Mother )FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAMECASE NUMBER: N10-1738 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: JAGRUTI PALEJA & CHARLES PALEJA filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. ANMOL PAVAN CHARLES PALEJA (AKA) PAWAN CHARLES PALEJA to Proposed Name: PAWAN CHARLES PALEJA 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 12/09/10 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: BRENTWOOD PRESS Date: October 15, 2010 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: October 22, 29, November 5, 12, 2010 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Hans S. Larson and Anessa Larson, 229 Stanford Avenue, Kensington, CA 94708 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Hans S. Larson and Anessa Larson FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N10-1819 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Hans S. Larson and Anessa Larson filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. James Soren Larson to Proposed Name: Sören James Larson 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 12/21/10 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: BRENTWOOD PRESS Date: October 26, 2010 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 12, 19, 26, December 3, 2010 NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 1515 Clay Street, Suite 2208, Oakland, CA 94612 (510) 622-4970 NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES Date of Filing Application: November 1, 2010 To Whom It May Concern: The Name(s) of the Applicant(s) is/are: EVA DONNA SIMON The applicants listed above are applying to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to sell alcoholic beverages at: 6210 BETHEL ISLAND RD BETHEL ISLAND, CA 94511 Type of license(s) Applied for: 47 - ON - SALE GENERAL EATING PLACE Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 12, 19, 26, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007213-00 The name of the business (es): Eden Plains Feed and Supply Located at: 1555 Eden Plains Road In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Dyanna L. Sweeney, 1851 Eden Plains Road, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 10/25/- 10. Signature of registrant: Dyanna L. Sweeney This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 13, 2010 By: T. Ragsdale, Deputy Expires: october 13,2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 12, 19, 26, December 3, 2010

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 10-0084481 Title Order No. 10-8344386 Investor/Insurer No. 1701665049 APN No. 010- 380-011-6 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/29/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: MATTHEW M MOOMEY AND EMMA L MOOMEY, HUSBAND AND WIFE., dated 06/29/2006 and recorded 07/14/06, as Instrument No. 2006-0222594-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 11/29/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1220 ARLINGTON WAY, BRENTWOOD, CA, 94513. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $429,400.16. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 10-0085937 Title Order No. 10-8348356 Investor/Insurer No. 1707557879 APN No. 041- 280-031-0 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/07/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: ANDREA BARAJAS, A MARRIED WOMAN, AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, dated 08/07/2008 and recorded 08/14/08, as Instrument No. 2008- 0181153-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/03/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 16 LEILA CT, OAKLEY, CA, 945613999. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $446,246.22. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 10/- 30/2010 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# FNMA3774574 11/05/2010, 11/- 12/2010, 11/19/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 5, 12, 19, 2010

recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the “mortgage loan servicer” as defined in civil code ‘a7 2923.53(k)(3), declares that it has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to civil code section 2923.53 and that the exemption is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded. the time frame for giving a notice of sale specified in civil code section 2923.52 subdivision (a) does not apply to this notice of sale pursuant to civil code sections 2923.52. This California Declaration is made pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54 and is to be included with the Notice of Sale. I, Jaimee Gonzales, of Wachovia Mortgage, FSB (‘ Mortgage Loan Servicer’ ), declare under penalty of perjury, under the laws of the State of California, that the following is true and correct: The Mortgage Loan Servicer has obtained from the Commissioner of Corporation a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the accompanying notice of sale is filed AND The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Civil Code Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: 7/22/09 Name of Signor: Jaimee Gonzales Title and/ or Position: Vice President. For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: November 08, 2010. (R-352899 11/12/10, 11/- 19/10, 11/26/10) Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 12, 19, 26, 2010

ply to this Notice of Sale pursuant to California Civil Code Sections 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: 11/04/2010 NATIONAL DEFAULT SERVICING CORPORATION 7720 N. 16th Street, Suite 300 Phoenix, AZ 85020 phone 602-264-6101 Sales Line 714-730-2727; Sales Website: www. ndscorp.com/sales Nichole Alford, TRUSTEE SALES REPRESENTATIVE ASAP# 3802720 11/12/2010, 11/19/2010, 11/26/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 12, 19, 26, 2010

TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN AND COURT STREET),MARTINEZ, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $406,407.18 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 991 ALMADEN CIRCLE OAKLEY, CA 94561 A.P.N.: 037-232-020-0 Legal Description: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneﬁciary within 10 days of the date of ﬁrst publication of this Notice of Sale. The Trustee shall incur no liability for any good faith error in stating the proper amount of unpaid balances and charges. For Sales Information please contact AGENCY SALES AND POSTING at WWW.FIDELITYASAP. COM or 714-730-2727 REINSTATEMENT LINE: 866-702-9658 Date: 10-29- 2010 CR Title Services, Inc. P.O. BOX 16128 TUCSON, AZ 85732- 6128 STEPHANIE ABCEDE, TRUSTEE SPECIALIST ASAP# 3771651 10/29/2010, 11/05/2010, 11/12/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: October 29, November 5, 12, 2010

lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: THE LATEST TAX BILL FROM THE COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR SHOWS THE PARCEL NO. AS: 035-481-009-5 As more fully described on said Deed of Trust. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4409 MACADAMIA LANE, OAKLEY, CA 94561 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest theron, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee- s Sale is estimated to be $241,402.03 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary- s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier- s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee- s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder- s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. DATE: November 5, 2010 MTC FINANCIAL INC dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA09001144-10-1 . 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 Clarisa Gastelum, Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-259-7850 Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2924f: The Beneficiary or Beneficiary’s agent has indicated that the requirements of California Civil Code Section 2924f have been met. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the “mortgage loan servicer” as defined in Civil Code 2923.53(k)(3) declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Civil Code section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded or the time frame for giving a notice of sale specified in Civil Code Section 2923.52 subdivision (a) does not apply to this notice of sale pursuant to Civil Code Sections 2923.52. TRUSTEE CORPS IS A DEBT COLLECTOR. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ASAP# 3773022 11/05/2010, 11/- 12/2010, 11/19/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 5, 12, 19, 2010

ably estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Trustee’s Sale is $363,373.80. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c), the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one or more of the following methods: by telephone, by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting or the borrower has surrendered the property to the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent and that the compliance with Civil Code Section 2923.5 was made at least thirty (30) days prior to the date of this Notice of Sale. The mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: it has obtained a final or temporary order of exemption and said order is current and valid as of the date of the Notice and the time frame set forth in California Civil Code 2923.54 does not apply or California Civil Code 2923.54 does not cover this loan. Date: 11/- 3/10 REGIONAL SERVICE CORPORATION, Trustee By: JEAN GREAGOR, AUTHORIZED AGENT Agent for Trustee: AGENCY SALES AND POSTING 3210 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 200 IRVINE, CA 92602 Telephone Number: (800) 542-2550 Sale Information: (714) 730-2727 or http://www.rtrustee.com ASAP# 3772041 11/05/2010, 11/12/2010, 11/19/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 5, 12, 19, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-252277-C Investor No. 0359328272 Loan No. 0359328272 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/31/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: DAVID C. COOKE, A MARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded 6/6/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0177299 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:11/19/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 399 WENTWORTH CT BRENTWOOD, California 94513- 0000 APN #: 019-590023-8 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $643,755.00, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: 10/19/2010 ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3768265 10/29/2010, 11/05/2010, 11/12/2010 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: October 29, November 5, 12, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 10-0084501 Title Order No. 10-8344403 Investor/Insurer No. 1705478918 APN No. 037- 490-022-3 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/14/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: TIMOTHY L COMBS AND CATHIE LYNNE COMBS, HUSBAND AND WIFE PROPERTY WITH RIGHT OF SURVIVORSHIP COMMUNITY, dated 11/14/2007 and recorded 11/21/07, as Instrument No. 2007- 0320993-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 11/29/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said

Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4886 SNOWY EGRET WAY, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $433,925.54. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 10/- 29/2010 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# FNMA3773816 10/29/2010, 11/- 05/2010, 11/12/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: October 29, November 5, 12, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-253452-C Investor No. 579232208 Loan No. 0579232208 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/31/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: LOUIS BURGOS AND DEBBIE BURGOS, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded 4/15/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0132240-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:12/3/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 595 BARTLETT COURT BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 APN #: 013-260-016-4 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $493,966.00, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: 11/5/2010 ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3793419 11/- 12/2010, 11/19/2010, 11/26/2010 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 12, 19, 26, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007602-00 The name of the business (es): Love 4 Our Neighbors Located at: 2025 Newton Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Deborah Lynn Melander and Stephen David Melander, 2025 Newton Drive, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Deborah L. Melander This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: November 1, 2010 By: L. Derrick, Deputy Expires: November 1, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 12, 19, 26, December 3, 2010

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1292849-02 APN: 035- 490-005-2 TRA: 19029 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx5325 REF: Garcia, David IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED March 05, 2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On December 02, 2010, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded March 13, 2007, as Inst. No. 2007-0073486-00 in book XX, page XX of Ofﬁcial Records in the ofﬁce of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by: David Garcia, An Unmarried Man, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’ s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 264 Brazil Ct Oakley CA 94561-2444 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $278,739.82. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 08-21384-SP-CA YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/26/- 2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, (cashier’s check(s) must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation), drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state; will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made in an “as is” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: SHERRI PERKINS, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Duly Appointed Trustee: NATIONAL DEFAULT SERVICING CORPORATION Recorded 12/29/- 2006 as Instrument No. 20060415669-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California. Date of Sale: 12/03/2010 at 10:00 A.M. Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (Corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $617,677.66 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 46 SORREL COURT, OAKLEY, CA 94561 A.P.N.: 034-480-0347 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The undersigned mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent for the mortgagee or beneficiary pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.5(b} declares that the mortgagee, beneficiary or the mortgagee’s or beneficiary’s authorized agent has either contacted the borrower or tried with due diligence to contact the borrower as required by California Civil Code 2923.5. Regarding the property that is the subject of this Notice of Sale, the “mortgage loan servicer” as defined in California Civil Code Section 2923.53 (k) (3) declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.53 and that the exemption is current and valid on the date this Notice of Sale is recorded. The timeframe for giving a Notice of Sale specified in Subdivision (a) Section 2923.52 does not ap-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-179901-C Investor No. 119699312 Loan No. 0307664595 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/31/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: SHEILA D HUFFMAN, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Recorded 2/7/2006 as Instrument No. 20060040170-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:11/29/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 22 PUFFIN CIR OAKLEY, California 94561 APN #: 037-480- 017 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $661,516.00, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. ETS Services, LLC Date: 10/27/2010 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Ileanna Petersen, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3793389 11/05/2010, 11/12/2010, 11/19/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 5, 12, 19, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. T10-64893-CA / APN: 037-232020-0 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 06-15-2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer, or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ X ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed and [ X ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55 Trustor: JERRY MADDAN AND CINDY MADDAN, HUSBAND AND WIFE Duly Appointed Trustee: CR Title Services, Inc. P.O. BOX 16128, TUCSON, AZ 857326128 866-702-9658 Recorded 06-22-2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0197639-00 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, Date of Sale:1119-2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: AT THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 10-0085284 Title Order No. 10-8346189 Investor/Insurer No. 1703982394 APN No. 037- 510-005-4 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 05/11/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: MICHAEL MORTIMER, AN UNMARRIED MAN, dated 05/11/2007 and recorded 05/25/07, as Instrument No. 2007-0153497-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 11/29/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 23 BRAMANTE COURT, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $403,965.70. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 10/- 29/2010 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# FNMA3774213 10/29/2010, 11/- 05/2010, 11/12/2010 Oakley Press Nio. 03-0477 Publish Dates: October 29, November 5, 12, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. CA09001144- 10-1 . Loan No. 3550974 Title Order No. 100419195-CA-LPI APN 035-481-009 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED July 23, 2003. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On December 7, 2010, at 10:00 AM, at the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA, MTC FINANCIAL Inc., dba Trustee Corps, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on July 28, 2003, as Instrument No. 2003-0362615-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, CA , executed by: RANDALL DAVIS, AN UNMARRIED MAN, as Trustor, in favor of HSBC MORTGAGE CORPORATION (USA) as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee’s Sale No. 05-FWA- 98310 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/8/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On November 29, 2010, at 10:00 AM, AT THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREET, in the City of MARTINEZ, County of CONTRA COSTA, State of CALIFORNIA, REGIONAL SERVICE CORPORATION, a California corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under that certain Deed of Trust executed by: GERARDO PADILLA AND NELIA L. PADILLA, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Trustors, recorded on 11/17/2005, as Instrument No. 2005-0445179-00, of Ofﬁcial Records in the ofﬁce of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA, under the power of sale therein contained, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, for cash, or cashier’s check (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States) without warranty express or implied as to title, use, possession or encumbrances, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it as such Trustee, in and to the following described property situated in the aforesaid County and State, to-wit: TAX PARCEL NO. 033-380-025 From information which the Trustee deems reliable, but for which Trustee makes no representation or warranty, the street address or other common designation of the above described property is purported to be 4654 MAMMOUTH LANE , OAKLEY, CA 94561. Said property is being sold for the purpose of paying the obligations secured by said Deed of Trust, including fees and expenses of sale. The total amount of the unpaid principal balance, interest thereon, together with reason-

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Wolverines, Falcons run for BVAL title by Justin Lafferty Staff Writer

For the second straight year, the Deer Valley High boys cross country team finished first at the Bay Valley Athletic League championship meet, held at Contra Loma Park in Antioch. The Wolverines finished with the top score of 40. Pittsburg placed second with 66, Heritage third with 71, and Liberty fourth with 81, Freedom fifth with 112 and Antioch sixth with 161. Deer Valley’s Paul Matejcek was the first to cross the finish line. Fellow Wolverine Dylan Winn placed second and the Patriots’ Noah Peña took third. “It’s been a lot of work,” said Deer Valley head coach Dave Bartholomew. “The

kids were very faithful to the program.” In the girls race, Freedom came up first with a score of 57. Deer Valley placed second with 60, Pittsburg third with 65, Antioch fourth with 80, Liberty fifth with 104, and Heritage sixth with 129. The Falcons’ Carmen Martinez was the top overall finisher. Teammate Lisa Tilcock placed second and Pittsburg’s Christina Georgopoulos finished third. “I wasn’t expecting it, so I’m completely proud of them,” said Freedom head coach Alicia Wiley. “It’s been a goal for (Martinez) to win all year, because she got second last year. For Lisa, I knew she could get in the top 10, but I didn’t think second place.” The North Coast Section meet will be held Nov. 20 at Hayward High School.

Photo by Jolly Hanson

Freedom High’s girls cross country team was able to hang with tough competition from Pittsburg and Deer Valley.

Hot Shots scare up win Xtreme brings home trophies he East County Hot Shot 10U Softball team, comprising players from Antioch, Brentwood and Oakley, went 5-0 at the Bats and Ghouls Halloween Tournament at Rainbow Fields in Modesto, winning its ﬁrst tournament in an exciting, two-extrainning international tie breaker chamPhoto courtesy of Kelsey Cast pionship game. For the full story, visit www.thepress.net. In the front row, from left, are Allyson Ferreira, Kelsey Martinez, Kalissa Heihn, Riley Ehlen, Michaela Farr and Allyson McBroom; middle row: Alexis Barksdale, Gianna Siino, Kylie Cast, Natalie Nicolosi and Madison Saunders; back row: Dale Barksdale, Steve West, Dave Carter and Jeff Cast. Not pictured is Clarissa Im.

The Xtreme All Star Gym cheer season kicked off recently at the University of the Pacific Spanos Center in Stockton, which hosted the Jamz Reload All Star Cheer and Dance Competition. Midafternoon rain and wind didn’t dampen the spirit of competition for the Xtreme All Star Teams. The high point of the day was the Xtreme Level 3 team’s nearly flawless performance, which earned first place in the Senior Level 3 Division over All Star Gyms from Vacaville and Scotts Valley. The other four competition teams from Xtreme also gave excellent performances and brought home top-three trophies. The Xtreme Junior Hip Hop Team took second place in the Youth Funk Hip Hop Division. The Level 2 team put on a great show and was awarded second in the Youth Level 2 Division. The new Xtreme Tinys, the cutest of the

Xtreme family, placed third in the Tiny Level 1 Division, and the Xtreme Level 1 team captured second in the Youth Level 1 Division. Xtreme teams have used feedback from the judges to prepare for the next round of competition at the Sacramento Convention Center for Jamfest’s Cheer and Dance event. For more information about the Xtreme All-Star Cheerleading and tumbling program, call Owner/Director Kelly Allen at 925-565-5464.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 08-0088720 Title Order No. 08-8325901 Investor/Insurer No. 1703498714 APN No. 0372700674 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 04/05/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: SALVADOR VALENCIA, AN UNMARRIED MAN, dated 04/05/2007 and recorded 04/13/07, as Instrument No. 2007-0108041-00, in Book , Page ), of Ofﬁcial Records in the ofﬁce of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 11/29/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1765 DELTA MEADOWS WAY, OAKLEY, CA, 945613140. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $387,145.08. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state

Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/- 10/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 165 WALNUT MEADOWS COURT, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $394,672.74. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank speciﬁed in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 10/- 03/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY,

N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Ofﬁcer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3798901 11/12/2010, 11/19/2010, 11/26/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 12, 19, 26, 2010

relief as the court may deem proper. HEARING DATE: 12/14/10 TIME: 1:30 PM DEPT: 22 DATED: October 8, 2010 Kristina Timmons In Pro Per Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: October 22, 29, November 5, 12, 2010

title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: JOSE JUAN MORENO, JR., A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Recorded 6/16/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0218957-00 in book ---, page -- and rerecorded on --- as --- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 11/29/2010 at 1:30 PM Place of Sale: 725 COURT STREET, MARTINEZ CALIFORNIA (COUNTY COURTHOUSE) Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $339,863.52 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 4698 La Vista Drive, Oakley, CA 94561 A.P.N.: 041-240-021-0 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. Pursuant to California Civil Code §2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: The beneficiary or servicing agent declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner of Corporation a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the Notice of Sale is filed and/or the timeframe for giving Notice of Sale Specified in subdivision (s) of California Civil Code Section 2923.52 applies and

has been provided or the loan is exempt from the requirements. Date: 10/19/2010 Western Progressive, LLC, as Trusteec/ o 18377 Beach Blvd., Suite 210 Huntington Beach, California 92648 For NonAutomated Sale Information, call: (866) 960-8299 Robin Pape, Trustee Sale Assistant Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 5, 12, 19, 2010

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0091640 Title Order No. 09-8260728 Investor/Insurer No. 087190153 APN No. 037-343- 017-2 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/21/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: RAUL E AGUILAR, A MARRIED MAN, dated 06/21/- 2005 and recorded 06/30/05, as Instrument No. 2005-0239947-00, in Book , Page ), of Ofﬁcial Records in the ofﬁce of the County Recorder of Contra

PETITION TO TERMINATE PARENTAL RIGHTS CASE NO. A10-00317 Kristina Timmons, 2037 Bridgeport Loop, Discovery Bay, CA 94505 Kristina Timmons, IN PRO PER SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA In the Matter of the Petition of Kristina Timmons to Declare Termination of Parental Rights From Aaron S. Hill for minor child Aaron Juan Hill Rojo PETITION TO TERMINATE PARENTAL RIGHTS CASE NO. A10-00317 Petitioner respectfully represents: 1. Petitioner is Kristina Timmons, the natural mother of the minor child, Aaron Juan Hill Rojo, requests to terminate the Parental Rights of the natural father, Aaron S. Hill, on the grounds of abandonment. 2. Petitioner, Kristina Timmons, has legal and sole physical custody of minor, Aaron Juan Hill Rojo, granted on June 18, 2002, in Contra Costa County. Case number D01-06186 3. Petitioner, Kristina Timmons, is asking the courts to grant a termination of Parental Rights from natural father, Aaron S. Hill, due to abandonment. The natural father, Aaron S. Hill, has not had or made any attempts to communicate or provide any provisions for the child’s support or welfare since August 1, 2001. He has been an absent father since the child was 7 months old and his whereabouts are unknown to the petitioner. WHEREFORE, petitioner prays judgement as follows: 1. For an order terminating parental rights of Aaron S. Hill in regards to the minor child, Aaron Juan Hill Rojo. 2. For such other and further

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007465-00 The name of the business (es): Mora’s Gardening Located at: 51 Merganser Court In: Oakley, CA 94561 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Martin Mora, 51 Merganser Court, Oakley, CA 94561. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A Signature of registrant: Martin Mora This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 26, 2010 By: L. Barajas, Deputy Expires: October 26, 2015 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 5, 12,19, 26, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 2010-03705 Loan No. 7520950 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/6/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding

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CALENDAR LOCAL EVENTS & SERVICE CLUBS

Events Friday, Nov. 12 Liberty Choir Mecca Dinner The deadline for purchasing tickets (from any Liberty High School chorister) for the Mecca Dinner is today. Pick-up is held Tuesday, Nov. 16 from 5-7:30 p.m. The dinner includes a taco, burrito, cheese enchilada plus rice and beans for $12. Proceeds benefit the Liberty High Choral Department. For more information, call 925-525-2161.

Saturday, Nov. 13 Veterans Day Event The Oakley Library, 1050 Neroly Road, presents Combat Missions, a Veterans Day Event, at 2 p.m. Learn about the Vietnam War and view photos and stories from local veteran Phil Ehrhorn. For more information, call 925-625-2400.

St. Ignatius Concert The Diablo Valley Masterworks Chorale, under the direction of Richard Kamprath, presents a free concert of beloved choral works at 7:30 p.m. in St. Ignatius of Antioch Church, 3351 Contra Loma Blvd. A reception follows the concert. For more information, call 925-778-0768.

Bingo Night The Columbiettes and Knights of Columbus Council 10414 present Bingo Night at St. Anthony’s Parish Hall, 971 O’Hara Ave. in Oakley. The first number for this cash-only event is called at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. sharp; dinner is served from 6-6:45 p.m. For more information, e-mail columbiette10414@aol.com.

Healthy Families Expo Sight for Seniors holds a free Healthy Families Expo from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at The Shops at Fairview, 3101 Balfour Road in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-595-0272.

Sunday, Nov. 14 Kaleidoscope Walking With Gratitude Looking for a new way to experience Thanksgiving? Walk the labyrinth at Byron United Methodist Church, 14671 Byron Highway, at 1 p.m. To learn more about the history and symbolism of the labyrinth, arrive at 12:30 p.m. For more information, call 925-634-1411.

Monday, Nov. 15 East County Little League Sign-ups East County Little League holds early-bird registration for the 2011 season from 6-9 p.m. at Straw Hat Pizza, 6680 Lone Tree Way. For information, visit www.eastcountyll.org or e-mail info@eastcountyll.org.

Tuesday, Nov. 16 Laughter Yoga Club Beginning today at 9 a.m. and every Tuesday, the Laughter Yoga Club gathers to practice laughter as a form of exercise to improve health. The free event is held at Byron United Methodist Church, 14671 Byron Highway. For more information, call 925-325-5171.

HARP Volunteer Meet and Greet

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Shop in Sutter Delta Medical Center, 3901 Lone Tree Way in Antioch. For more information, call 925-779-3613.

Peripheral Neuropathy Meeting The Antioch-Brentwood Neuropathy Information and Support Group meets at 2 p.m. in Room 1D at Kaiser Antioch Medical Center, 5601 Deer Valley Road. No reservations are needed and all are welcome. For more information, call 877-622-6298.

Sneak-Peek at El Campanil At 3 p.m., the dancers of Delta Children’s Ballet Theatre present a sneak-peek of December’s performance of “Little Match Girl” at Antioch’s El Campanil Theatre. Attendees of the sneak-peek get a chance to win free tickets to the performance. For more information, call 925-757-9224.

Thursday, Nov. 18 Candlelight Memorial Service A Candlelight Memorial Service and Tree Lighting Ceremony are held at 6:30 p.m. at 2500 E. 18th St. in Antioch. The event features a memorial candle-lighting, caroling and refreshments. Please bring a donation of canned food to help those in need. For more information, call 925-757-4500.

Night Out on the Town Experience an evening of fabulous dining and fine wines at Club Los Meganos – Trilogy at the Vineyards, in the company of friendly supporters of local students and schools. A wine tasting begins at 6:30 p.m.; dinner buffet is served at 7:30 p.m. The cost is $80 and space is limited. For more information, call 925-513-6349.

Sign-ups

Nor Cal Softball is holding tryouts for players 15-18 for its fall 2010 and summer 2011 seasons. For more information, call 925-584-5979, e-mail dan9gom@aol.com or visit www.eteamz.com/ norcalsoftball1.

U.S. Citizenship Prep The 15-hour course (five three-hour classes) runs through Saturday, Nov. 20 (no class is held Nov. 13) from 9 a.m.-noon in Room 9 of the Liberty Adult Education Center, 929 Second St. in Brentwood. The fee is $55 per session. For more information, call 925-634-2565.

On the Horizon Hospice Tree of Lights On Nov. 19 at 4 p.m., Hospice of the East Bay invites you to participate in its Tree of Lights Ceremony at the Somersville Towne Center in Antioch. The event features music, poetry, remembrances by family members and a treelighting. For more information, call 925-887-5678.

Home for the Holidays The Brentwood Chamber of Commerce presents its annual Holiday Parade and Craft Fair, sponsored by Sutter Delta Medical Center, John Muir Health and PG&E, on Nov. 20 at 3:30 p.m. at the Streets of Brentwood lifestyle center. To participate in the Fair, call 925-634-3344.

Holiday Gift and Craft Faire The Brentwood Senior Citizen’s Club sponsors a Holiday Gift and Craft Faire on Saturday, Nov. 20 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Brentwood Senior Activity Center, 193 Griffith Lane. For more information, call 925-516-4266.

Oakley Recreation Classes

Community Thanksgiving Meal

Recreation classes such as ballet, tap, fencing, aikido, jump bunch, art, online driver’s education, karate and ballroom dancing start soon. Visit www.oakleyinfo.com to check out more than 300 online classes offered in partnership with Ed2Go. For more information, call 925-625-7041.

Agape Bible Fellowship & Ministries invites you to a Thanksgiving Meal on Saturday, Nov. 20 from noon-2 p.m. at 605 W. Madill St. in Antioch. All are welcome. For more information, call 925709-4424.

Gingerbread House Contest The Antioch Rivertown Jamboree’s Gingerbread House Contest is open to all East County families. Winners will be announced at the Holiday Expressions Event held Dec. 4 from 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Entry forms may be picked up at 301 W. 10th St. in Antioch. For more information, call 925-757-0972.

Lady Blast Tryouts The Brentwood Pony Lady Blast competitive softball teams hold tryouts for the 2011 spring/summer teams on Nov. 20 at Knightsen Elementary School at 9 a.m. for 10U; 11 a.m. for 12U; and 1 p.m. for 14U. Private tryouts are also available. For more information, e-mail ladyblast@brentwoodpony.org.

AARP Tax Aide Volunteers Needed Volunteers are needed in Brentwood, Antioch and Pittsburg to assist senior and low-income clients with free tax preparation for one day per week during the tax season. Training will be provided. For more information, call 925-634-5037 or e-mail ginny.dembner@yahoo.com.

HARP (Homeless Animals Response Program) hosts a volunteer get-together at 6 p.m. in Doggie Depot, 1300 Central Blvd. in Brentwood. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call 925-516-7343.

All Out Sports League

Wednesday, Nov. 17 Quit Smoking Today!

Hospice of the East Bay

Prepare for the Great American Smoke Out (Nov. 18) by attending Quit Smoking Today! presented by registered oncology resource nurse Suzanne Much from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. across from the Gift

Nor Cal Softball Tryouts

The All Out Sports League Youth Basketball & Cheer is accepting sign-ups for boys and girls 4-14. For more information, call 510-282-4986 or e-mail www.alloutsportsleague.com. Licensed massage therapists, energy workers and healers are invited to volunteer to provide gentle, compassionate care to hospice patients. Call 925887-5678 and ask for the Volunteer Department, or e-mail volunteers@hospiceeastbay.org.

Boy Scout Christmas Tree Lot Oakley Troop 152 launches its Christmas tree lot on Friday, Nov. 26 – the day after Thanksgiving – at 3460 Main St. in Oakley. The lot features quality Noble and Douglas fir trees plus fresh wreaths and ornaments. For more information, call 925-625-5391.

East County Little League Sign-ups East County Little League holds early-bird registration for the 2011 spring season Saturday, Nov. 20 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Straw Hat Pizza, 6680 Lone Tree Way in Brentwood. For information, visit www.eastcountyll.org or e-mail info@ eastcountyll.org.

Ongoing Cub Scout Pack 152 All boys age 6-11 (grades one through five) are welcome to join Pack 152, which meets the fourth Monday of the month at 7 p.m. in the multipurpose room at Vintage Parkway Elementary School, 1000 Vintage Parkway in Oakley. For more information, e-mail beede63@ aol.com or visit www.oakleycubscoutspack152. clubspaces.com.

Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group The Brentwood Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group meets the second Tuesday of the month from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Neighborhood Church, 50 Birch St. The group is open to those caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. No membership dues or reservations are needed. For more information, call 925-513-7710.

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Exit from page 3B the first quarter before Liberty got on the board in the second quarter on a goal by Jase Roessler. Head coach Kurt Roessler said that generating offense would be a problem going in, especially against a tough team like Monte Vista. The Lions’ other goal was scored by Jake Flint in the third quarter. The playoff loss capped a regular season in which Liberty went 17-7 and earned the outright BVAL title.

Girls: Clayton Valley 9, Freedom 7 Though Freedom’s girls team dropped a close one to Clayton Valley 9-7, the loss didn’t dampen post-game spirits. As they did after every game this year, the Falcons danced the hokey pokey outside the De La Salle pool. Freedom, in its NCS debut, rebounded from a 5-0 deficit in the first quarter to make things interesting. The Falcons kept pace with the Eagles throughout the rest of the game, but the gap created in the first quarter was too wide to overcome. Senior Taylor Henry led Freedom with five goals. “It took them that whole first quarter to kind of shake off the cobwebs and relax a little bit,” head coach Lindsay Bell said. “The girls in the game played their hearts out. I couldn’t be more proud.” The Falcons finished the regular season 19-6 and earned a BVAL co-championship with Liberty.

Girls: Foothill 12, Heritage 3 The Heritage girls team was excited to make it to NCS for the first time, but was shown the door early, losing 12-3 to Foothill. Caitlin Cook scored two goals for the Patriots; Caitlyn Freeman the third. Though the score was rough, goalie Caitlin Bronzan made 15 saves. Heritage head coach Carol Bronzan was happy with the way her team performed at Miramonte High School in Orinda. “We did play a great game,” she said. “I think our girls played as well as we played all year.” The Patriots posted a 14-9 regular season, but Coach Bronzan said she was more excited for next year, when most of her team will be returning.

Boys: San Ramon Valley 20, Heritage 5 The 14th-seeded Heritage boys team was unable to pull off an upset on Saturday against No. 3 seed San Ramon Valley, losing 20-5. The Patriots went 13-11 in the regular season and faced an uphill battle against the Wolves at Soda Aquatic Center in Moraga. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

Splitting from page 4B La Fleur has nailed 21 of her 23 extra-point tries. While senior Robert Melena handles field goals, La Fleur said she’s made kicks in practice from as far as 37 yards out – a distance Lucido said she can match. La Fleur’s Freedom letterman jacket will include a football patch. “I feel supported by every single member of the team,” La Fleur said. “I wish I would’ve tried out freshman year.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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The Time to Sell Short is Now! Rod Talavera, Realtor

Douglas Heinrich, Realtor

Shauna Suckow, Realtor

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Yes, that’s right; I am calling this the best opportunity you will have to get a fresh start. With current Tax and Real Estate Laws on the side of Homeowners, there is no better time to get behind the massive negative equity associated with most homes in our area. Call us today; we will not push you into a short sale. Our job as always is to GIVE YOU THE BEST REAL ESTATE ADVICE AVAILABLE. * Don’t know your rights? * Not sure if a short sale is best for your situation? * Behind on payments? * Lost your job? * Just need info on how it works * Depleted your savings just to stay up on your mortgage?