Pleasanton Weekly January 22, 2016 by Pleasanton Weekly

Pleasanton Weekly VOL. XVI, NUMBER 52 • JANUARY 22, 2016

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AROUND PLEASANTON BY JEB BING

Pleasanton squeezing smokers out of their puffs

mokers are gradually being squeezed out of their puffs in public places in Pleasanton by more rules aimed at encouraging them to abandon their habits or take their smokes into back alleys where they’re still allowed. Last Tuesday, the City Council amended the municipal code to prohibit smoking at special events downtown to allow those at street fairs and other festivities to enjoy a non-smoking environment. The action follows a ban on smoking in all Pleasanton parks put in place in July 2014 at the recommendation of the city’s Youth Commission, which argued that secondhand smoke poses a threat to others in the parks. That ruling also prohibits smoking on public trails and in city parking lots serving parks and trails. The council exempted, however, Callippe Preserve Golf Course, although the course’s clubhouse already prohibits smoking inside the building and on its outdoor patio. Members of the Youth Commission were given the Environmental Stewardship Award for their work at the Pleasanton Weekly’s Tri-Valley Heroes awards ceremony last October. The council’s newest ruling goes well beyond downtown, stretching the no-smoking rule to all enclosed and some unenclosed public places in the city. These include elevators and public restrooms, buses and taxicabs, and ticket, boarding and waiting areas at public transit depots, all retail stores except tobacco stores, grocery stores and supermarkets, bars, banquet rooms and restaurants, outdoor dining areas, including those on Main Street, and “all areas available to and customarily used by the general public.” The ban, adopted unanimously by the council, doesn’t go as far as what City Councilwoman Karla Brown wants, which is to ban smoking in all of downtown Pleasanton and in all multifamily apartment and condominium complexes. That could come next since Brown has asked the city staff to work with the Pleasanton Downtown Association (PDA) to determine where and how extensive a smoking ban could be imposed downtown. She’s also acknowledged that such a ban would require support from downtown businesses and apartment and condominium owners. The council’s new law also applies to any building “not open to the sky” that is primarily used for exhibiting activities open to the public, and to health and residential daycare facilities, including those serving adults as well as children. Hotels and motels

can now set aside no more than 25% of their rooms for smoking guests. Although smoking bans like these block secondhand smoke, studies show that the most effective strategy to reduce smoking is to raise the price of the tobacco product. This has been demonstrated repeatedly, with a typical estimate that a 1% price hike would reduce smoking by 1%. Clean indoor nonsmoking regulations have been shown to be successful in the U.S. and other countries. Physician counseling is also effective. The largest external cost from smoking is harm to an unborn infant when the mother smokes. This is due to nicotine in the smoke. Even e-cigarettes are “nicotine-delivery devices,” which means we should add these to no-smoking regulations and tax them as tobacco products. Employers can play a role by offering smoke-free environments and discounts on health insurance for nonsmokers. Insurers can play a role by educating physicians to include nosmoking advice in their consultations with patients and by covering those visits with low patient cost-sharing. There’s also the cost incentive. WalletHub, a personal finance online social network, calculated the potential monetary losses brought on by smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke. The study included the cumulative cost of a cigarette pack per day over several decades, healthcare expenditures, income losses and other costs. It showed that smoking can not only ruin your health, but it can also burn a nasty hole through your wallet. Tobacco use accounts for nearly half a million premature deaths in the U.S. each year and is the leading cause of lung cancer, according to the American Lung Association. Even those around tobacco smokers aren’t safe from its harmful effects. Since 1964, smoking-related illnesses have claimed 20 million lives in the U.S., 2.5 million of which belonged to nonsmokers who developed diseases merely from secondhand-smoke exposure. However, the economic and societal costs of smoking-related issues are just as staggering. Every year, Americans collectively spend a total of $326 billion, including nearly $170 billion in direct healthcare costs and more than $156 billion in lost productivity due to premature death and exposure to secondhand smoke. Given the cost for taxpayers who must fund many of these expenses, the City Council’s action is more than regulatory; it amounts to a significant tax break for all of us. Q

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Instructional aide I would paint something that gives me a good, happy feeling and a sense of well-being and that would make other people happy to see. It would be a very colorful painting, with lots of sunshine, rainbows, birds and puffy clouds.

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Newsfront DIGEST Parent workshop The Pleasanton Unified School District will host a workshop for parents and guardians to assist them with strategies to help their children overcome barriers to their educational experience. Running from 9 a.m. to noon on Jan. 30 at Village High School, the Parent/Guardian University workshop is open to all, regardless of whether one’s student attends a PUSD school. A variety of lessons will be offered, ranging from cyber safety to parenting preteens to understanding standardized test scores. Session topics include “Strategies for De-Stressing Homework Time,” “Navigating Substance Abuse with Your Child” and “Supporting Your Anxious Child.” To sign up, visit bit.ly/PUSDUniversity or call 426-4328.

Autopsy: Man killed in Pleasanton police shooting had no drugs in system County coroner’s report also confirms 19-year-old was shot in face, abdomen

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n Alameda County coroner’s autopsy report of John Deming Jr. shows the 19-year-old did not have drugs in his system when he was shot and killed by a Pleasanton police officer in July. An autopsy and toxicology report completed by the Alameda County Coroner’s Bureau confirmed Deming died from bullet wounds to his face and abdomen, and he did not have any alcohol or drugs in his body when he died, including bath salts or synthetic marijuana. The autopsy was obtained by the Pleasanton Weekly last week, after the coroner’s case was closed on Dec. 30.

Deming, a San Jose resident, was shot and killed by Pleasanton Police officer Daniel Kunkel in the early morning of July 5, after Deming allegedly charged the officer, who was among the officers responding to a burglar alarm at Specialty Sales Classics car dealership at 4321 First St. The county’s District Attorney Office launched an investigation into the death in July and it is still ongoing, according to DA spokeswoman Teresa Drenick, who said she could not comment on the autopsy until the full investigation is complete. “We investigate each case individually and thoroughly, and the investigation is completed in a timely

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Parents of children with special needs and developmental delays are invited to attend a special benefits seminar Jan. 30 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Bankhead Theater in Livermore. Sponsored by local nonprofit Sunflower Hill, the event will feature Jim Huyck, a special needs consultant, and Lorna Drope, a tax and estate planning attorney. Other topics include work training and vocational services offered through the Department of Rehabilitation, as well as Independent and Supportive Living Services (ILS/SLS), and overall estate and asset planning. For ticket prices and other information, email info@sunflowerhill.org.

PUSD openings PUSD is set to officially open its donation closet for low-income residents and Village High School’s media center next week. The Hangar, PUSD’s donation closet, will host a grand opening at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at 703B at Village High. The donation closet will provide a variety of free clothing for anyone in need, and it will be run by Pleasanton special education students as job training, director of special education Marla Silversmith said. Village High will host the grand opening of its media center two days later, on Jan. 30, in conjunction with the district’s Parent/Guardian University. An open house of the new media center will run from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. that day at the high school. Q

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manner but also within a time-frame that allows us to do the thorough investigation that is needed,” she said. In the autopsy, a coroner’s bureau detective stated Deming’s cause of death is deemed a “homicide.” That designation is standard procedure for any shootings, said use-of-force expert Tim Williams, a retired Los Angeles Police Department officer who serves as an expert witness in police shooting cases. “Just because it’s called a homicide doesn’t mean someone will be charged with a homicide,” he said. In addition to the two gunshot wounds, the autopsy noted Deming sustained several bruises and

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Mayors (from left to right) Jerry Thorne of Pleasanton, Karen Stepper of Danville, John Marchand of Livermore and Bill Clarkson of San Ramon join for meeting with federal agency staffs in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday during an annual trip to discuss Tri-Valley programs and gain federal ﬁnancial support. While there, the mayors also attended this week’s U.S. Conference of Mayors’ 84th Winter Meeting. Not pictured is Dublin Mayor David Haubert, who arrived after photo was taken.

A short meeting, but lots of action Downtown historic home, backyard lot rezoned for business, housing among council’s topics BY JEB BING

“The street we live on, we know all of our neighbors,” he added. Others stated Pleasanton’s academic strength lies in its teachers and initiatives, such as leadership clubs and science-and-technology programs. But the reality is that a vocal parent base means a superintendent will hear about every problem or difficulty in the district, and Pleasanton has its share of growing pains that a new leader will inherit, attendees said. Most immediately, the district is dealing with administrative turnover at several schools and the district level. Amador Valley principal Tom Drescher is the most recent principal to announce he’ll be leaving his post. Earlier this month, interim principal Chris Connor started at Walnut Grove Elementary after prior principal Jan Steed was See SEARCH on Page 8

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Public meetings highlight district’s strengths, challenges as it works to find next leader firm representative, pulled his chair closer to the small group that had gathered at the session he attended. He pointed to his two-foottall Post-it board and asked: Why should someone want to come to Pleasanton’s school district? What challenges should they be aware of? The overall sentiments expressed at the forums were that Pleasanton is a tight-knit community with an active parent base, a population that values education and a familyfriendly culture. “There’s a lot of pride in the community because of those connections that run deep,” parent Kelly French said, adding that Pleasanton has many multi-generation families. “There’s a whole sense of community, almost like Mayberry,” parent Bruce Henry said, equating the town to the fictional community in “The Andy Griffith Show.”

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In a super-short, 48-minutelong meeting Tuesday night, the Pleasanton City Council rezoned a downtown site for combined residential and commercial uses, heard an update on the city’s continued water conservation efforts and still squeezed in 11 public comments, mostly about efforts to call for a referendum to overturn its recent approval of a housing development on Lund Ranch II. In its major action, the council voted unanimously to allow developer Fireside Investors to convert an historic family residence at 377 St. Mary St. for a proposed business that could include a small restaurant, ice cream shop, coffeehouse and a bakery. The area in front of the home and possibly along its Peters Avenue side would be rebuilt as an outdoor public patio. Fireside Investors’ representatives said an old garage behind the house will be torn down to make way for the construction of three 2,400-squarefoot, three-story town homes on the property. They will face Peters with the development extending north to a parking lot and building that serves the headquarters of the Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce. The development will result in the removal of four Peters Avenue parking spaces to accommodate the driveways leading to the three new homes.

PUSD consultant hosts superintendent search forums The Pleasanton school district’s contracted superintendent search firm McPherson & Jacobson held four community meetings last week and one earlier this week to get various opinions about the qualities local residents would like to see in the district’s new leader. About 45 people attended last week’s meetings, with attendance ranging from one person to about 30. The school district is searching for a new superintendent after Parvin Ahmadi resigned last May to take a job as Castro Valley’s superintendent. Former Amador Valley High principal Jim Hansen is filling in as interim superintendent until June. The firm McPherson & Jacobson hopes the district will have a new superintendent in place by this summer. At one forum, Don Helms, a retired superintendent and search

cuts to his face, legs and arms, as well as a puncture wound to the back and a one-inch round torn bruise “with considerable hemorrhage” on his right thigh. The report did not state what might have caused those injuries. Multiple attempts to reach the forensic pathologist who completed the autopsy were unsuccessful. Coroner’s bureau and sheriff’s office personnel declined to comment on the autopsy or the cause of the injuries. The fatal shooting on July 5 occurred after officers responded

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New STEAM preschool opens in Pleasanton Local leaders, PUSD officials turn out for opening celebration BY MEREDITH BAUER

Pleasanton city, civic and school district representatives, including teachers and administrators, celebrated the opening of the district’s science- and technology-focused preschool last week. The Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM) preschool officially opened for students on Jan. 4, welcoming eight excited toddlers and young children. About 40 people attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday morning to commemorate the opening of the preschool. The preschool was given a certificate of recognition from the offices of Assemblywoman Catharine Baker, U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell and Alameda County Supervisor Nate Miley. “It’s been a cultivation of a lot of people’s dreaming and work,” said Traci Peterson, the STEAM preschool program director, “and it’s great to see it in action.” The preschool aims to focus on growing critical-thinking and collaborative skills, and teachers use students’ interests to shape the curriculum. Peterson said preparation for the school has been a years-long process. “It’s definitely the direction any educational institution should be

By Rob Rosas IF YOU suffer from lower back pain and sciatica, you are among four out of five Americans who will suffer with this crippling spinal condition. Shooting, stabbing and burning pains from the lower back region, often teamed with pain through the buttocks and down the legs are all classic symptoms of Sciatica or “pinched nerves”. In severe cases, it often leads to muscle wasting and or numbness with a constant tingling down to the tip of the toes. Left untreated, the intense pain can rapidly wear you down and drain the joy out of life.

moving toward for us to be competitive in a world marketplace,” school board president Jamie Hintzke said. The school mirrors the trend of immersing children in an environment where they are learning fundamental concepts essential to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) at an early age. Focusing on STEM courses has been an increasingly popular educational concept in recent years, and preschools are now starting to catch on, too, in the Bay Area. In San Jose, the Harker School was one of the first schools to offer STEM preschool classes in 2013, and other area schools offer science-and-tech instruction for their preschool, transitional kindergarten and other early education classes. Pleasanton’s new preschool, which currently has eight children enrolled, is made up of two classrooms with several stations for play, including nooks for playing house, playing with blocks, reading and exploring. Everything in the preschool is intentionally chosen to help students develop essential early skills while also expanding their curiosity and excitement for learning, said preschool lead Shannon Colacchia. After the ribbon-cutting, 4-year-

old Olive Leuten intently focused on building a tower with magnetic shapes while teacher Amanda Galbreath looked on, asking her questions about how certain shapes fit together. “I think these are definitely tools for them to be more innovative,” Galbreath said. She said much of the instruction brings in the natural world, and students’ curiosity is what drives educational topics. This week, students learned about how worms live underground after finding some in the courtyard and learned how ingredients go together to make a

meal while baking cornbread. The school is run through the Pleasanton Unified School District, but it is self-funded through tuition, Peterson said. The school can enroll up to 48 children, and children do not have to live in Pleasanton to attend the school. Tuition is $1,350 a month for full-time, $930 a month for Monday, Wednesday and Friday instruction and $620 a month for Tuesday and Thursday instruction. Eight reduced-rate spots for lowincome families will be available as of Feb. 1, Peterson said. The rates are based upon personal income. Q

to a burglar alarm at Specialty Sales Classics, a Pleasanton car dealership. When officers arrived just after 2 a.m, Deming allegedly threw a car jack through a window at them. According to police statements immediately after the incident, Deming did not respond to officers’ demands to cooperate, and police fired John Deming beanbag rounds, Jr. sent a police dog after Deming and shot Taser rounds at him. Deming then ran out through the back of the dealership, where he encountered Kunkel, according to police. Pleasanton police said Kunkel fired a Taser round at Deming, and Deming charged at the officer, knocking him to the ground. Kunkel then shot Deming twice, and Deming later died at Eden Medical Center. Deming’s family has retained Los Angeles-based law firm Geragos & Geragos to represent it in a possible civil suit against the city of Pleasanton. Kunkel continues on paid administrative leave from the Pleasanton Police Department. Q Editor’s note: A copy of the coroner’s bureau autopsy can be viewed by clicking on the link in the online version of this story at www.PleasantonWeekly.com.

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Straight Talk About Lund Ranch The Lund Ranch II Property is located on 195 acres in Southeast Pleasanton. The property is within the Pleasanton City Limits and both the City of Pleasanton and Alameda County Urban Growth Boundaries. It has been included in Pleasanton’s residential development plans since 1986. Pleasanton’s General Plan has the property designated for up to 143 homes.

The City Council Approval* included: " 43 homes in a valley on 195 acres " 89.5% of property will remain permanent open space…174 acres! " 2 miles of public trails " Pre-determined house sizes (shown above) " Over $1.2 million for schools " Nearly $1 million in community beneﬁts " Over $500,000 for local and regional traffic improvements

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Bay Area-wide parcel tax would cost Pleasanton homeowners $12 a year June ballot measure aims to fund San Francisco Bay restoration Pleasanton voters are among those set to weigh in on a Bay Areawide measure on the June ballot that would impose a parcel tax over the next 20 years to raise funds for shoreline improvement projects. The San Francisco Bay Restoration Authority, a governing body established in 2008 to allocate resources for preserving the Bay’s natural resources, voted last week to put the measure on the June 7 ballot, according to supporters. The measure would impose a $12 parcel tax from 2017 until 2037 for every property owner in the nine-county Bay Area. The “Clean and Healthy Bay Ballot Measure” would need two-thirds approval of voters in all nine counties: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo,

Santa Clara, Solano and Sonoma. Exactly what projects the roughly $500 million the tax is expected to raise would fund remains unclear and would be at the discretion of the restoration authority. The large slate of projects would include restoring wetlands and habitats for marine wildlife, trash and pollution cleanup, adding and expanding recreational activities like hiking trails and parks, and shoring up areas at risk of flooding. Half of the funding would be allocated according to the population of the area, so for example the more heavily populated shorelines of the East Bay would potentially receive more funding than the more sparsely populated areas of the North Bay. The authority also hopes to attract other sources of funding to supple-

ment the tax revenue. Supporters said they gathered more than 11,000 signatures in favor of the measure online. In addition to various environmental groups in favor of it, business groups and local politicians have also advocated its passage. “The San Francisco Bay is our region’s defining feature, and this measure is an historic opportunity to leave the Bay better off for our children and grandchildren,” Bay Area Council business association CEO Jim Wunderman said in a statement. “By acting now to restore our wetlands, we can improve the Bay ecosystem for fish and wildlife while protecting huge portions of the Bay shoreline from storm surges and rising seas,” Wunderman said. Q —Bay City News Service

Sewer district urges residents to keep conserving water Drought isn’t over yet, officials say Despite the recent rainfall, Dublin San Ramon Services District (DSRSD) officials want Tri-Valley residents to remember to keep up with their water conservation. The community drought emergency announced by the agency in February 2014 will continue for the time being, and residents should use about 25% less water than they did in 2013, DSRSD officials said. “Even though we’ve had some rain,” said DSRSD board president D.L. (Pat) Howard in a statement, “we have a lot of catching up to do before we’re out of the drought. We need everyone to continue to use water wisely.” The state has received some relief from the El Niño rain. The

California Department of Water Resources announced this month the Sierra snowpack is above its normal levels for this time of year. That snowpack, currently measuring 121% compared to normal, provides drinking water for much of the Tri-Valley throughout the year, including Pleasanton. At the same time, Lake Oroville, which is a major Tri-Valley water reservoir, is only at one-third of its total capacity, which is 52% of its historic average for this time of year. The State Water Project, which is area wholesaler Zone 7 Water Agency’s main source of potable water, currently estimates it will be able to provide the agency 10% of its requested water total. That

initial estimate is expected to be updated depending on whether the state gets more rain and snow. DSRSD provides wastewater to Pleasanton on contract and water and wastewater services to Dublin and parts of San Ramon. In other news, DSRSD also announced this week that Levi Fuller, its wastewater treatment plant operations supervisor, was named Supervisor of the Year by the San Francisco Bay Section of the California Water Environment Association. Fuller oversees facilities that treat 3.6 billion gallons of wastewater a year, manages a staff of 11 people for two regional partnerships and supervises the district’s residential recycled water fill station. Q —Meredith Bauer

HOA management association earns ‘elite’ status Pleasanton firm recognized for leadership in helping homeowner associations BY JEB BING

Pleasanton-based Association Management Company has been named an accredited community management business by the California Association of Community Managers. The managers’ group’s recognition is the highest level of achievement for community association management businesses and places the Pleasanton organization among the most elite companies in the U.S. Established in 1987 and now headed by Tani Cligny, Association Management, with offices at 6601 Koll Center Pkwy., works with homeowner associations (HOAs) to effectively and efficiently manage their operations, including financial and compliance issues.

In addition to her management responsibilities, Cligny manages a team of accounting personnel to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting for associations as well as coordinating the preparation of financial reviews and tax returns. “Association Management Company strives to provide professional consultative leadership to homeowner associations with high expectations of financial accountability, regulatory and compliance oversight and community management,” Cligny said. “We are committed to working with (HOA) boards and members to build strong, sustainable and enduring communities.” Companies with the California Association of Community Manag-

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ers approval designation are able to provide a higher standard of service to homeowners associations as a result of their demonstrated expertise in such critical areas as risk management, California law and insurance requirements, said David Zepponi, president and CEO of the state organization. That includes submitting to an independent CPA internal control review to demonstrate they adhere to accounting standards for risk management practices and internal financial controls. In addition, each community manager must hold a state certification, which encompasses California law and ethical standards of practice for community association management in California. Q

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Historic home at 377 St. Mary St., now rezoned for use as a coffee shop, with a long backyard stretching near a block along Peters Avenue to accommodate three townhomes.

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At the start of Tuesday night’s meeting, Bill Wheeler, owner and CEO of Black Tie Transportation, and Allen Roberts, a Grey Eagle Court resident, led off remarks on issues ranging from development on Johnson Drive to the Lund Ranch housing development Wheeler, who speaks frequently at city and civic forums, again asked the council to hold back on rezoning property along Johnson Drive that could accommodate a new Costco membership store. A city task force is currently looking at possible uses for the largely vacant site, once home to a Clorox research center that has since been torn down. Roberts, a sponsor of efforts to force the council to hold a referendum on its recent approval of the Lund Ranch development, said the planned development would violate Measure PP, a voter-approved measure that bans the construction of homes on hillsides. Other speakers supported Roberts, although many complained about tactics being employed by paid individuals who are seeking signatures on petitions calling for the referendum. They cited high-pressure efforts that include “in your face” approaches at last Saturday’s farmers market and what they called “deceitful” forms they were asked to sign purportedly about other issues, but actually backing the referendum.

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moved to a district position. Other schools — Donlon, Hearst, Fairlands and Vintage Hills elementary schools, along with Pleasanton Middle School — have seen new principals already this school year. Harvest Park Middle School has had two principal changes and is currently being overseen by two co-principals. At the district level, new administrators have come on board, including deputy superintendent of business services Micaela Ochoa and assistant superintendent of human resources Dianne Howell. Other concerns mentioned at the superintendent search forums were the contentious deliberations over a revised calendar for the 2015-16 school year, growing pains from the implementation of Common Core and tensions created over the dismissal of former Walnut Grove

The pro-referendum backers have until Feb. 5 to submit petitions signed by at least 10% of registered Pleasanton voters. Daniel Martin, Pleasanton’s utility superintendent, closed the brief meeting with a favorable report on water conservation. Speaking in a nearly empty council chamber after other speakers left when their remarks were completed, Martin said residents and businesses continue to conserve drinking water despite recent and ongoing heavy rains. “The city achieved a 27.8% reduction in water use during all of 2014 and 37.7% last year,” Martin said. “That amounted to savings impacts of 1.65 billion gallons of water in 2014 and 2.23 billion last year for a savings of 3.88 gallons.” He told the council the statewide snowpack is holding at 10.2 inches of water equivalent, which represents 105% of the average snowpack for this time of winter. A year ago, the snowpack measured at just 50%. But despite the snowpack, the major water reservoirs are storing far less water this year than their late-December historical averages, according to Martin. “Considering the encouraging early snowpack data and future rain and snowpack projections, we are recommending continuing the temporary suspension of the excess-use penalties,” Martin said. The City Council agreed, with plans to look again at water shortage issues in March. Q

principal Jon Vranesh and legal actions that followed. Parents also urged the search firm to look for candidates who have experience passing a parcel tax, a potential financial option the school board is considering looking into. In general, attendees indicated they want a leader who is transparent about decisions to be made, in order to help the district heal old wounds and move forward. When the board selects the final superintendent candidates, those names will become public, and specific community groups will be able to meet with each one before a new superintendent is selected. The board is expected to select those specialized community groups in upcoming board meetings. A public survey is also expected to be launched in the next few weeks for community members to share their thoughts about the superintendent search. Q —Meredith Bauer

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Community Pulse POLICE BULLETIN Dublin developer pleads guilty to violating Endangered Species Act Real estate developer James Tong, 70, has pleaded guilty in federal court in Oakland to violating the U.S. Endangered Species Act by grading a Dublin development in a way that harmed the habitat of a threatened species. Tong entered the plea before U.S. District Jon Tigar on Jan. 8 and will be sentenced by Tigar on March 11. The species harmed by the grading of Dublin Ranch North, a 157acre project, was the California tiger salamander, an 8-inch amphibian listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act. Acting U.S. Attorney Brian Stretch said that a result of the

federal plea and a separate plea in Alameda County Superior Court in December, Tong will pay about $1 million to state, county and nonprofit wildlife agencies and provide a 107-acre conservation easement in Contra Costa County. In the Alameda County case, Tong pleaded no contest on Dec. 18 to a charge of submitting fraudulent documents to the city of Dublin that purported to show he had paid $3.2 million to a conservation preserve to mitigate effects on wildlife caused by the ranch project. Stretch said that in Tong’s federal court plea, Tong admitted that he directed the grading activities at Dublin Ranch North without the city’s required mitigation measures and without authorization from wildlife officials. The grading caused sediment to runoff into a pond on

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the adjoining property that provided habitat for the salamander. Tong’s Dublin-based company, Wildlife Management LLC, pleaded guilty during the Jan. 8 federal court hearing to a charge of committing securities fraud by forging the two documents that showed the supposed $3.2 million payment to a Livermore Valley preserve known as the Ohlone Preserve Conservation Bank. Stretch said that in the federal and state cases together, Tong has agreed to pay $350,000 to the Alameda County Fish and Game Commission, $175,000 to the Contra Costa County Fish and Wildlife Propagation Fund, and $300,000 to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Wildlife Management LLC will pay $175,000 to the nonprofit National Fish and Wildlife Foundation. The conservation easement Tong will provide will prohibit future development on a property known as the Brown Ranch, which con-

The Pleasanton Police Department made the following information available.

Graffiti Q 8:12 a.m. in the 5600 block of West Las Positas Boulevard

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Residential burglary Q 9:06 p.m. in the 2700 block of Fressia Court Commercial burglary Q 3 p.m. at Stoneridge Mall Theft from auto Q 11:16 a.m. in the 1200 block of Hearst Drive Q 2:58 p.m. in the 3300 block of Rosada Court Q 5:15 p.m. at Stoneridge Mall Q 5:53 p.m. in the 5800 block of Owens Drive Q 6:59 p.m. at Stoneridge Mall Q 7:09 p.m. at Stoneridge Mall Fraud Q 5:22 p.m. in the 1700 block of Santa Rita Road

Jan. 14 Theft Q 7:41 a.m., 4000 block of Pons Court; auto theft

5:11 p.m. at Stoneridge Mall 6:02 p.m., Stoneridge Mall; shoplifting Domestic battery Q 6:02 a.m. on Vineyard Avenue Q Q

Jan. 13 Theft Q 9:32 p.m. in the 3800 block of Appian Street Q 3:58 p.m., 3400 block of West Ruby Hill Drive; theft from auto Q 6:45 p.m., 6700 block of Bernal Avenue; shoplifting Fraud Q 3:24 a.m. in the 5100 block of Hopyard Road Q 10:32 a.m. in the 7600 block of Glenbrook Court Q 11:15 a.m. in the 7900 block of Riviera Court Q 4:05 p.m. in the 3200 block of Novara Way

Jan. 12 Assault/battery Q 9:48 p.m. in the 300 block of Junipero Street Robbery Q 8:58 p.m. in the 4800 block of Bernal Avenue

Michael Vanden Branden October 17, 1944 – December 26, 2015 WEEKLY MEETING NOTICES Energy & Environment Committee Wednesday, January 27, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. Operations Services, 3333 Busch Road • Recommendation to extend the term of the Committee on Energy and the Environment to April 30, 2017 • Review of the Committee Meeting Schedule for 2016

Bicycle, Pedestrian and Trails Committee • Please visit our website at www.cityofpleasantonca.gov to view information regarding this meeting.

To explore more about Pleasanton, visit us at www.cityofpleasantonca.gov

Mike passed away peacefully at home on December 26, 2015. He is survived by his loving wife, Judy; his children, Tracy (Rob) Sebastian, Michael and Eric; grandchildren, Tyler, Dylan, Kai and Kalia Sebastian, Madeline, Elle, Dominic, Iris and Paul Vanden Branden. Mike was the eldest of the 6 children of Bud and Mary. His siblings are Dave (Gayle), Lynn, Gale (Doug) Sheasley, Paul (Rhonda) and Jim (Tracy). Mike enjoyed our Hawaii visits, his retirement “naps” and his summer gardening. He will be missed by his family and friends. Celebration of life, open house, Hawaii style, will be Sunday January 24 from 1-4 p.m. PAID

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The iPhones that were stolen were the more recent models: 6S and 6 Plus, and the 10 phones were about $700 each. A total of $7,072 was reported missing by the store. As of Tuesday, no arrests had been made in the case. Pleasanton police noted one man looked at the security cameras, and officers are searching for the four men. • Three visitors to Stoneridge Shopping Center last Friday returned to their cars to find their windows smashed and their valuables stolen. One theft happened around 5 p.m. on Jan. 15, and a $700 tablet was stolen. A second occurred between 5:15-5:53 p.m., and a $1,000 laptop was taken. In a third case, a car window was smashed, but nothing was reported stolen. Police did not indicate whether the cases were connected, and no arrests had been made in the cases as of Tuesday. Q —Meredith Bauer Information from Bay City News was used in this report.

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Italian village: Emma and Sam Buck took the Pleasanton Weekly with them to the Cinque Terre in Riomaggiore, Italy.

tains habitat for endangered species. Tong has also put $330,000 into an account for management of the site, Stretch said. In other police news: • A car break-in last week cost one Pleasanton resident more than just some lost gadgets. Several pieces of paperwork for a U.S. visa, a security token for the Kaiser computer system and Kaiser project documents were reported missing after a break-in outside the Kaiser office buildings on Owens Drive on Jan. 15. The victim’s car window was smashed between 1:30-5:20 p.m. A total of $350 in items was reported missing, plus $388 in damage to the car. Pleasanton police collected prints from the car, and no arrests had been made in the case as of Tuesday. • Ten phones were stolen from the Pleasanton Apple store in Stoneridge Shopping Center by a team of four men, who entered the store with their faces hidden from security cameras.

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Residential burglary 10:24 a.m. in the 5700 block of Hidden Creek Court Q 6:12 p.m. in the 3900 block of Fairlands Drive Theft Q 8:26 a.m., 8000 block of Arroyo Drive; theft from auto Q 8:55 a.m. in the 4100 block of Suffolk Way Q 10:36 a.m., 4500 block of Rosewood Drive; theft from structure Missing person report Q 12:02 a.m. on Alexander Way Q

Jan. 11 Theft Q 5:19 a.m., 4600 block of Helpert Court; theft from auto Q 11:21 a.m. in the 4700 block of Willow Road Q 12:02 p.m., 4700 block of Willow Road; theft from structure Q 2:12 p.m., 4500 block of First Street; theft from structure Q 3:59 p.m., Stoneridge Mall; shoplifting Q 4:16 p.m., 7800 block of La Quinta Court; theft from auto Q 6:54 p.m. in the 4500 block of Hopyard Road Domestic battery Q 3:21 p.m. on Bernal Avenue Fraud Q 10:26 a.m. in the 8000 block of Golden Eagle Way

Jan. 10 Theft Q 5:27 p.m., Stoneridge Mall; theft from auto Q 6:38 p.m. in the 5400 block of Sonoma Drive Q 8:46 p.m., Stoneridge Mall; auto theft Fraud Q 8:38 p.m. in the 1000 block of Deer Creek Court Domestic battery Q 12:04 p.m. on West Las Positas Boulevard

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hen the winter weather hits and the daylight hours are shorter, the couch may beckon. The pleasant temperatures aren’t calling us outside to exercise — plus winter garb covers a host of defects, so we may lose our incentive to stay toned. But no matter what the season, we all need at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise five days a week to protect our health and maintain our weight, according to the American Heart Association. Also, it points out, working out lifts your mood to fight the winter blues, and it boosts your immune system during the cold and flu season. “If you shy away from your regular exercise routine due to the cold or shorter days, you de-condition yourself and it will become harder to get back into your normal routine once the weather is nicer and the days longer,” said Tracy Gasperik, an instructor at Stanford Health CareValleyCare’s wellness center, LifeStyleRx. “Try to stick to your regular routine as much as you can,” she advised. “Try to

think about how much harder it would be to start over after winter if you stop working out during this time of year.” She said there is no reason for people to alter their normal workout routines during the winter. “Now if you are a runner, then you will need to wear more layers and possibly rain gear during the winter months to stay warm and dry, or take it inside,” Gasperik said. “But you can continue your normal routine during the winter the same as you would during any other time of the year.” Although she recommends a minimum of two hours of cardiovascular exercise a week and two to three days of strength training year-round, she said at LifeStyleRx they definitely see a decrease in participation at the gym when the colder weather arrives. “We understand that it sounds way more appealing to stay inside on your comfy couch with a fuzzy blanket than to tie up your sneakers and go outside, See WORKOUT on Page 14

• Protect yourself from the elements. Chilly temperatures can sap body heat fast, so wear layers to stay cozy and dry, starting with a moisturewicking base layer to soak up sweat. Add a layer of fleece to lock in warmth and top with a waterproof layer to block out the elements. Finish with warm gloves, good socks and a hat. Even in the winter, the sun is often shining so remember to wear sunscreen. If you go to the snow on a sunny day, sunscreen is especially important. • Take advantage of the season. Snowy winter walks or jogs can be pretty and peaceful if you can visit the mountains. Many communities set up ice skating rinks. • Move your workout indoors. If you’re not a fan of the cold, find reliable ways to stay active regardless of the weather. Indoor swimming or cycling, aerobics classes and even walking in the mall are all great ways to get your heart pumping. —Stanford Health Care-ValleyCare website

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You already know to protect your eyes from harmful UV light when you are outdoors. But did you know that another dangerous light emission is all around us — in our homes, our workplaces and in the palms of our hands? New research is illuminating the dangers of blue light, a high-energy wavelength of light emitted by smartphones, tablets, laptops, LCD flat panel monitors and energy-efficient light sources. The majority of the public spends more than half their waking hours exposed to this light, which can contribute to eye strain and fatigue, macular degeneration and sleep disruption. “Ten years is a blink of an eye in terms of human history, but will the last 10 years come to be known as the period that changed our vision and health?” wonders optometrist Gary Morgan. A whopping 83% of VSP Vision Care eye care professionals reported seeing an increase in symptoms attributable to blue light exposure in their patients, according to a recent survey by VSP. One of those symptoms is eye strain. Blue light is myopically defocused in front of the retina, which results in light scatter that we perceive as glare. Working in a high-glare environment causes the eyes to work overtime, leading to visual fatigue and strain. But the impact of blue light doesn’t stop there: Major university studies have shown that the light can disrupt sleep, interfering with circadian rhythms by suppressing the production of melatonin, a hormone that regulates waking and sleeping. Chronically

shifted circadian rhythms have been linked to breast cancer, prostate cancer, diabetes, heart disease and obesity. Children are especially vulnerable to macular damage. Just as most ultraviolet exposure occurs before 18 years of age, the effects of blue light exposure are also more intense in children, since they hold devices in very close proximity to their eyes and are among the most active users of blue light sources. “In today’s world, children are looking at screens at home and increasingly also in the classroom,” Morgan said. “There is a growing concern among eye doctors that we’re going to start seeing long-term damage much earlier in life than ever before.” While it would be virtually impossible to escape blue light, as most people rely on it to live, work and play (and it is even emitted from the sun), there are steps you can take to protect yourself. Try to decrease blue light exposure throughout the day, and especially in the evenings. Before bedtime, curl up with a good book instead of your smartphone. Wear protective eyewear at the office or at home when using your digital devices. New lens enhancements for eyeglasses can provide a unique defense by absorbing and deflecting incoming blue light to help safeguard the wearer against exposure. Blue light illuminates our world today. But along with the advantages of blue light come serious concerns. Protect your family’s health now. Q —StatePoint

Four simple tips for a better you Looking and feeling healthy is a way of life

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It’s no surprise that making healthy choices can make you feel more beautiful. Looking and feeling healthy is not just a trend but a way of life — because healthy is beautiful. Apply this concept to different areas of your life and focus on becoming your best self by following these simple tips. Strengthen your body Cardiovascular exercise is an important part of any routine, but a workout regimen should include more than just running or using the elliptical.

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Weight and interval training are great ways to lose fat and build muscle, and they make your workouts more interesting. Also, consider adding in some core strengthening exercises for better posture and overall mobility with sets of crunches, bridges and planks several times a week. See TIPS, page 13

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When saying “I do,” the classic marriage vows, “In good times and in bad, in sickness and in health” spring to mind. However, when sickness strikes, many are not prepared for the strain it can have on the relationship. While we may think we know our spouses well, nearly half of Americans never experienced their spouse’s “sick persona” until after they were married, according to a recent survey commissioned by Advil. A cold or the flu can bring added stress to a relationship, and it’s not always well-received. In fact, 20% of people admit they’d rather be sick themselves than deal with a sick spouse, which is likely because almost a quarter reported their spouses complain often when they’re ill. To help you become a better caregiver for a spouse or significant other during cough, cold and flu season, Rachel Sussman, therapist and relationship expert, recommends the following tips: 1. Bring on the food for the soul No cold or flu remedy is complete without a warm bowl of chicken soup. Whether homemade or store-bought, you partner will appreciate the loving gesture. If your partner has a larger appetite, prepare their favorite foods and serve them in bed. 2. Stock the medicine cabinet One of the most important aspects of being a good caregiver is preparation. Be sure to keep the medicine cabinet stocked with products to combat tough cold and sinus symptoms. 3. Provide entertainment Sickness can take its toll on not only physi-

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Eat right Outside of exercise, a healthy lifestyle should emphasize a well-rounded diet. Avoid fad diets, which can strip your body of important nutrients and leave you looking dull and worn down. Instead, opt for well-balanced meals that include elements from every food group, and remember to keep portion sizes under control. Also, be sure to stay hydrated to keep skin and hair moisturized and lustrous. Power up your smile A healthy smile can make you feel more confident and make a great first impression. Maintain good oral hygiene by flossing regularly and brushing at least twice a day. Taking care of your tooth enamel is important because weakened enamel can lead to is-

cal health but also emotional well-being. Help your partner get through a long, dull day by having entertaining books, movies and magazines at the ready. For the music lover, create a personalized playlist that shows them just how much you care. 4. Keep them warm A warm, soft blanket and comfy clothes can make a big difference when feeling under the weather. Ask your spouse what their favorite comfy pajamas, cozy sweatpants or fuzzy slippers are and be sure they have them for the duration of their sickness. 5. Help with chores When someone is sick, chores and errands tend to fall by the wayside. Offer to help your partner with the small tasks, like laundry, paying bills or urgent phone calls. Has your partner been to the doctor? Almost eight in 10 married individuals report their spouse doesn’t seek professional help as soon as possible to get better. Offer to set up a doctor’s appointment to ensure your partner is on the road to recovery as fast as possible. 6. Show patience and understanding Above all, remain patient, be a good listener and show you can handle the extra stress. Listening to your partner attentively offers them a chance to unburden and vent, leading to a greater sense of calm and understanding. Couples who engage in this behavior are presented with an opportunity to achieve greater intimacy and deepen their relationship connection as a result. Q —BPT

sues like sensitivity pain, which can be caused by enamel loss resulting from brushing teeth directly after eating acidic foods. Protect your enamel by waiting 30 minutes after eating acidic foods before brushing your teeth. Boost mental strength Keeping a clear mind can help inspire positivity and high spirits, leaving you feeling healthier and happier. Whether you like to write in a journal, clear your mind through meditation, or practice other means of relaxation, make it a priority to carve out time every day to ease tension and keep your mind strong. Good health promotes beauty inside and out. Making a few simple changes to your everyday routine can shape other parts of your life, helping you to feel better about yourself overall. Q —Family Features

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In what appeared to be a daunting week of East Bay Athletic League girls basketball, the Foothill varsity team played some amazing basketball during a win over Monte Vista and a tough overtime loss to Carondelet. The Falcons led from start to finish to beat Monte Vista 61-43 on Jan. 12. Audrey Goodman had 14 points and six rebounds to lead the Falcons. Caroline McMorrow added a double-double with 13 points and 12 rebounds. Madison Baxter rounded out the night with 11 points. Two nights later, the Falcons faced Carondelet, one of the top teams in the state. A total team effort was turned in as the Falcons battled throughout before losing 61-60 in overtime. McMorrow had another big game with 18 points and seven rebounds. Sophia Brown finished with 15 points, six rebounds and four steals.

Wrestling It was another busy week for the Foothill wrestling program as it competed in a dual meet, as well as a pair of tournaments last weekend. In their dual meet Jan. 13, the Falcons battled Monte Vista down to the last match before falling 45-36. A pair of Foothill freshmen came up with pins on the night. Seyong Chang (113) and Carter Pierce (195) both got max points for the Falcons with pins in their matches. Cameron Ghoddoucy (152) was another Foothill wrestler that came through with a pin. When the weekend rolled around, the Falcons sent the varsity to the Clayton Valley tournament while the junior varsity team ventured to the Joe Camelleri JV Tournament at Granada. Senior Dustin Dukleth, one of the top wrestlers in the area, took first

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place at 220 pounds. Ghoddoucy was second in his weight class and Alex Nielsen was fifth in his division to lead the Falcons to a sixth-place team finish. In the JV tournament, Pearce claimed top honors in his class, while Camden McFarlane, Laithe Omran and Gabriel Bongiorno all wrestled to second-place finishes. Elijah Blockmon, Matt Bevan and Blake Bettencourt were third.

Soccer It was a tough week for the Foothill girls soccer team as the Falcons posted one loss and one draw last week. In their first match, on Jan. 12, the Falcons traveled to Granada looking to get back in the win column. The Falcons started slowly, as has been the case in many contests this season. Foothill fell behind off a set piece from distance early in the match and ended the first half down 1-0. Throughout the half, the Falcons had trouble possessing the ball and creating good opportunities in the scoring area. In the second half, the Falcons were able to tie the score off a cornerkick and scrum in front of the net and finally finished off by Julia Densmore. Shortly after, Tami Kwong was fouled in the penalty area and converted the penalty kick to put Foothill in the lead 2-1. This lead was short-lived, with Granada soon converting on a counterattack to knot the score at 2-2. Over the last 15 minutes, Foothill created significant pressure and had a number of opportunities to take the lead but had to settle for a 2-2 draw. Two days later, Foothill looking to get back on the winning track, played host to San Ramon Valley but fell 3-0 in an overall lackluster performance for the team. The Wolves were the aggressor and possessed the ball much better than the Falcons throughout the contest, eventually scoring in the 25th minute off a cross to a wide-open SRV player stationed off the back post who easily finished to make it 1-0. The second half continued to be a struggle for the Falcons as SRV scored in the 47th and 52nd minutes of the match. As a sign of dominance in the match, San Ramon Valley outshot Foothill 7-0. Q Dennis Miller is a contributing sports writer for the Pleasanton Weekly. To contact Miller or submit local high school sports scores and game highlights for his weekly Pleasanton Preps column, email him at acesmag@aol.com.

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LETTERS Readers sound off on Lund Ranch II debate Letters, phone calls and Town Square postings on the Pleasanton Weekly’s website have been coming fast and furiously since the City Council’s decision on Jan. 5 to approve a 43-home development on Lund Ranch II. Since then, an organized drive has started to hold a referendum to overturn the council’s decision. Those organizers have until Feb. 5 to obtain signatures from 10% of Pleasanton’s registered voters to qualify for placing a referendum on the ballot. Here are some of the Letters to the Editor we’ve received:

Oppose the Lund Ranch development; support the referendum Dear Editor, In 2008, Pleasanton passed Measure PP, the first words of which are “ridgelines and hillsides shall be protected.” PP strictly limits hillside development. The Lund Ranch project will build a 700-foot road across the hillsides behind Raley’s, grading 1.6 acres of hillside and moving 650 truckloads of hillside dirt — all violations of PP. To get around this, the council voted PP does not apply to roads, opening the door to roads developed all over Pleasanton hillsides. The project will build homes on hillsides — again a violation of PP. To permit this, the council ignored its staff’s definition of ridgelines, arbitrarily cutting natural ridgelines to expand the area available for development. Again, a precedent for future projects. The city’s Environmental Impact Report recommended a different development plan as the environmentally sound alternative — one without a hillside road. The council disregarded that. Finally, the council ignored its own history. The council members who voted to approve this development each had voted that PP prohibits roads on hillsides. That isn’t surprising, as it is the natural reading of PP and the plain intent of Pleasanton voters. That council members switched positions, for the sole purpose of allowing this development, is surprising and upsetting. Please support the referendum, which will cancel the Lund Ranch development. Send a message to the council that the voters meant what they said in PP. Send a message for responsible development. Send a message to protect our hillsides. Please visit www.savepleasantonhillsides.com. —David Melaugh

Thanks for protecting Pleasanton’s hillsides As a member of a neighborhood committee and longstanding

steward of our family community, I have had the privilege of working with several Pleasanton City Councils and supporting staff. The recent Lund II PUD presented our honorable mayor and City Council with the difficult task of approving a new housing development while expertly applying an important city initiative that offers protection for our hillsides. The decision reached Tuesday (Jan. 5) evening provides a reduced housing footprint, balances the traffic impact on neighboring communities and keeps our hillsides free from unwanted development. I personally want to thank our mayor, council and city staff for their thoughtful consideration and protecting our view shed for all citizens to enjoy. For more information, please visit: www.ProtectPleasantonNeighborhoods.com. —Carolyn Spain

Are roads protected by PP? Much of the discussion about Lund Ranch II and Measure PP has been whether roads should be included in PP protections. After PP was passed, the authors and supporters of PP (including Kay Ayala), the City Council, Planning Commission and city staff all agreed that hillside roads were covered by Measure PP. Even the Ventana Hills Steering Committee agreed roads were structures (City Council minutes 11/27/12). So what happened? When a proposed access road for the Lund Ranch II development was shown to be subject to PP, our council reversed themselves and voted to abandon protection for hillsides and ridges from road construction. They reclassified a road as “infrastructure” and said PP doesn’t apply. The voter’s initiative was to preserve all the hillsides and ridges in Pleasanton, and those protections should not be sacrificed just to approve the flawed Lund Ranch II plan. This is not a choice between Measure PP and traffic in one neighborhood or another; it is about protecting our hillsides for all of Pleasanton. Measure PP must be followed and both neighborhoods’ traffic concerns respected. Please demand that your voice be heard by signing a petition so you can vote on the Lund Ranch II project. —Allen Roberts

Lund Ranch II approval process We elect our local citizens to be City Council members. We trust they will carefully consider all aspects of the issues that come up regarding the welfare, growth and safety of Pleasanton. Because we don’t agree with their decision we decide for a referendum? Why fund an election for a city council? Why have public discourse in open City Council meetings? Why spend 1,000s of dollars on studies to improve the decision process? Being an elected official is a tough commitment. Our five council

members gave us their best in coming up with the Lund II development solution. Discourse was fair, options were considered, and a vote was taken by the people we elected to be our representatives. They deserve our respect, not a referendum to overthrow their good work. —Gary Sabo

Please support the Lund Ranch II referendum We are stunned to see the Pleasanton ridgeline and hillside protections challenged yet again; this time by a city staff and council that seem determined to game the system in the interest of a sole developer, Greenbriar Homes. How many times do the voters have to say no? The message was loud and clear when the voters passed Measure PP in 2008, amending the general plan with straightforward language on this matter. Now again in 2016, memories apparently have faded with the approval of the Lund Ranch II project. For those who missed it, politics took its most dysfunctional form on the day of the approval when Councilmember Arne Olson revealed his thought process to the public. “I had to change my opinion on this project in order to get to this point after seeing how Measure PP impacted this (Greenbriar) plan, so I did.” Mr. Olson, is that all the voters mean to you? An obstacle in your way to support hillside development? We would all like to avoid the referendum process, but in this case, our elected officials have taken clear steps to contradict the will of the voters (and their own election platforms). Please sign the petition to have the Lund Ranch II project put on the ballot. Let your voices be heard and help protect Pleasanton from hillside development projects — now and in the future. —Gary Williams and family

Let your voice be heard The people of the Mission Park, Ventana Hills and the Lund Ranch neighborhoods do not want you to sign the referendum because they are afraid of the truth. They do not want the voters’ original intent of PP to be reaffirmed. Their argument is a road and retaining walls are not structures. The Pleasanton Municipal Code says: “Structure” means that which is built or constructed, an edifice or building of any kind, or any piece of work artificially built or composed of parts joined together in some definite manner and permanently attached to the ground, as defined in the California Building Standards Code. (Ord. 2000 Sec. 1, 2009; Ord. 1934 Sec. 1, 2006) Clearly according to Pleasanton’s own municipal code, a retaining wall and a road meet the definition of a structure. Then why didn’t the City Council uphold PP? 1. The city believes it has the right to interpret the code, but when codes are written this specific, it

leaves nothing to interpret. 2. The above-mentioned neighborhoods have way too much political clout in this city. The Bridle Creek, Sycamore Heights neighborhoods do not and are not scared of the voters. The Mission Park, Ventana Hills, Lund Ranch neighborhoods are scared; they would rather hide behind a City Council they can manipulate. Please sign the referendum and let your voice be once again heard. —John Patterson

Signatures are void In the high-paced world in which we live, decisions are often based on limited information. Misleading voters with blatantly false information and bullying those trying to express dissenting public opinions is not in the character of Pleasanton. This regretfully is the case with the petition for a referendum on the Lund Ranch II PUD-25 project, as Sycamore Heights and Bridle Creek residents (and others) have hired a company incapable of professionally collecting informed signatures. They haven’t been properly trained to share anything about the project, where it is or what it’s about. One paid signature gatherer claimed signing the petition would prevent the kind of apartments being built next-door to the Bernal Safeway. Another at Luckys claimed it would stop them from building “Mansions all over the Hills” while pointing to the Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park. All of us have rights to our opinions, but when residents hire outside people, all should be held to the standards this city was built upon and signatures gathered to date should be considered suspect and void. —Justin Brown

Lund Ranch ignores local law Please sign the referendum to rescind the sprawl-inducing Lund Ranch II approval. The property is located 1/2 mile from the Verona Fault. Not only does its approval violate Programs 20.2/20.3 of the Pleasanton General Plan Community Character element policies that specifies new developments shall preserve scenic hillside features including ridges, plants, streams and wildlife and prohibit grading of slopes 25% or greater, but its approval also ignores Land Use Element Policy 21/ Program 21.3 to preserve hillside and ridge views of the southeast hills and the voter-approved Measure PP policies to protect ridgelines and hillsides. There is no vertical 100 feet buffer zone between the top of street light structures and tops of buildings and the nearest ridgeline. Furthermore it violates the Public Safety element restricting major grading on slopes 25% or greater and doesn’t comply with the Pleasanton Municipal Code provisions and definitions in the hillside ordinance adopted by a previous City Council. See LETTERS on Page 16

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An ad placed in last week’s Weekly that implied developer ally Kay Ayala authored ridgeline/hillside protection parts of Measure PP; in fact PP ridge and hill protections were slightly revised wording from a measure adopted by the voters of Walnut Creek authored by “Citizens for a Better Walnut Creek.” Her role in Measure PP was a line item drafted to reduce the housing cap from 29,000 to 28,000 housing units — a line item that was dropped prior to its circulation. —Anne Fox, Former planning commissioner Co-author of hillside/ridge protection sections of Measure PP

Throwing PP under the bus We are disappointed by the action of the City Council Jan. 5. In a 3 to 1 vote (with Karla Brown voting no), they approved the 43home Lund Ranch II development. With their vote for approval, Mr. Thorne, Mr. Olson and Ms. Narum threw Measure PP under the bus. Despite the opportunity to set a far-reaching precedent for no future development in our hills, they voted to carve an access road into and over a beautiful hillside in order to let Greenbriar Homes build out their project. We voted for Narum and Olson, elected on platforms that included support for Measure PP. Their campaign promises vanished Jan. 5. The access road the council approved includes 6-foot-high retaining walls, a culvert or bridge over a creek, curbs, sidewalks, light standards, hydrants, etc. Their decision permits this road and accompanying structures to be built on a hillside with a slope greater than 25 degrees, and requires the grading and movement of 650 truck loads of dirt — severe and permanent changes to our natural hillside. If this happens, a precedent is set and our pro-growth council will be empowered to continue finding loopholes and ways on a case-bycase basis to get around Measure PP requirements for future hillside developments. Our few remaining hills must be protected, not just for us to enjoy, but for future generations as well. Please sign the referendum petition you will see around town. It only takes one minute and will send the council’s decision back for a vote by those who care most about preserving our beautiful hillsides — Pleasanton citizens. — Bill and Carolyn Lincoln

Opposing referendum Traffic impact on neighborhoods is the heart of our concern over development in southeast Pleasanton dating back to Bonde Ranch in 1991. The Lund Ranch II PUD-25 that passed recently by the City Council honors previous agreements/understandings made by past Pleasanton City Councils, and the compromises agreed to with the Ventana Hills/Mission Hills neighborhoods and city staff represented in their recommendation to City Council for Lund Ranch II. The Ventana Hills Steering Com-

mittee supports council’s decision, which represents compromises from all parties. Although all traffic was slated to exit through Sycamore Heights/Bridle Creek (who were made aware in their CC&Rs before purchasing their homes), the plan splits the traffic (including 15 homes on Middleton Place in the Bonde development). Twentyseven will exit Lund Ranch Road in Ventana Hills/Mission Hills and 31 will exit through Sycamore Heights/Bridle Creek. We do not support a referendum. —George Dort, Member VHSC

Referendum to overturn Lund Ranch II As a resident of Ventana Hills for over 15 years, I’ve enjoyed many a walk with my dog through our beautiful Ventana Hills and Sycamore Heights neighborhood. It saddens me to see that the recent Lund Ranch II development issue has pitted one neighborhood against another; otherwise friends when out walking our dogs. Though not perfect, it was with relief to see that the recent City Council decision to split the traffic between the neighborhoods would finally bring closure to the issue. Unfortunately, Sycamore Heights does not accept the City Council’s decision and is paying aggressive signature gathers to put a costly referendum (up to $350,000) on the ballot. The referendum will not stop the development; it will just re-hash the issue of where to route traffic, with Sycamore Heights lobbying to have 100% of all traffic to go through our neighborhood. I urge all residents to pause and read more carefully and not sign the petition to overturn Lund Ranch II. —Linda Coleman

Lund Ranch: Fact or fiction? When PP was being written Kay Ayala believed a road was a structure: Fact. Now because the traffic from Lund Ranch will be coming into her neighborhood she has changed her position: Fact. The people in Mission Park, Ventana Hills and Lund Ranch Road argue the referendum will cost the city money: Fact. What they are not telling you is if they had not gotten their way they would have sued, which would have also cost the city more money: Fact. A road and retaining wall are structures according to both the Pleasanton Municipal Code and the California Building Standards Code. Fact. The City Council believes they can bend any rule to suit their own purposes: Fact. The voters have the right through the referendum process to tell them they can’t: Fact. Please sign the petition. —Darlene Patterson

They did it again First Oak Grove, now Lund Ranch II. When will they listen to the voters? In 2008, the Pleasanton voters overwhelmingly passed Measure PP in order to protect our

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remaining hillsides and ridges. But on Jan. 5, by approving the Lund Ranch development in the southeast hills of Pleasanton, our pro-development council majority went out of their way to redefine terms in Measure PP that were inconsistent with our own municipal code and the California building codes in order to build on hillsides over 25% slope and within 100 feet of a ridge. They ignored prior unanimous votes by both City Councils and Planning Commissions that stated Measure PP applied to roadways, and they created new exceptions to PP that were never contemplated or listed in the measure — they decimated the protections of Measure PP. This was the first test of Measure PP and sets a very dangerous precedent for future hillside development. Please sign the referendum petition so the voters can reaffirm their support of Measure PP. This is not a neighborhood vs. neighborhood dispute, as a few would have you believe. The remaining hillsides and ridges of Pleasanton are at severe risk. —Greg O’Connor

Petition effort setting bad precedent At issue of the Lund Ranch II project is whether it violates Measure PP as some people say a road is a structure. I was a member of the group that worked on the writing of Measure PP and roads were never considered to be structures. Due to the success of Measure PP, this development went from 113 homes down to 43 homes, all to be built in a bowl to minimize the visual impacts. The City Council also eliminated homes that would be on man-made, not natural, slopes of 25%, and split the development so one neighborhood would not take all of the traffic. I strongly support the right to collect signatures to put a referendum on the ballot. However, I will not be signing this petition. If you intend to sign, I recommend first educating yourself by going to the city website or the project area. Of great concern to me is the bad precedent of using paid signature collectors for a local issue. Call me “old fashioned,” but I value grassroots signature campaigns by passionate residents, like all the campaigns in the past. —Steve Brozosky, Pleasanton City Council 2002-06

Don’t be fooled by the illusion Bridle Creek/ Sycamore Heights residents who want to overturn Lund Ranch II at taxpayers expense of up to $247,000 have branded their efforts under the illusion that they are “Saving Pleasanton’s hillsides and PP.” Sounds praiseworthy on the surface to “protect” all of Pleasanton from the “hillside sprawl” as they would lead you to believe, but what this illusion really amounts to is a small group of residents who want to push traffic out of their neighborhood that was developed to accommodate it into another.

These residents purchased their homes knowing the facts regarding the general plan. Now they elect to serve their own interests at taxpayers’ expense. A referendum redirecting traffic is not “saving the hillsides” and “protecting” the PP” agenda as they want you to believe. The illusion that Lund Ranch II violates PP is another falsehood. Simply listen to the voices of truth who authored PP and know they will not be signing this referendum. By pushing this manufactured idea of “saving hillsides” and “protecting PP” in the media, outside schools, at the farmers market and other local shopping areas by an outside firm hired to collect signatures, the Bridle Creek/Sycamore Heights residents are hoping many Pleasanton residents will believe their illusion and sign the referendum. Please don’t be fooled by these catchy phrases and deceptive impressions. I for one stand with the truth-tellers and will not be signing the referendum. —Teresa Cross, Ventana Hill resident

Lund Ranch deception I saw a full-page ad in the Jan. 15 Pleasanton Weekly. It was a letter from Kay Ayala, claiming to be one of the authors of Measure PP and stating that the Lund Ranch project is exactly what the authors of PP hoped to achieve. Well, the other authors, who wrote the section on hillside and ridge preservation, don’t agree with her. Lund Ranch does not comply with PP. Structures are within 100 feet of a ridge and are on hillsides. Look at the ad closely. In the bottom right corner it says, “Paid for by GHC Lund Ranch LLC,” the developer. So Ms. Ayala, and her group advocating for approval of Lund Ranch, are in bed with the developer. I think she should have told us that. Their second half-page ad is also filled with half-truths. They would have you believe this is a neighborhood vs. neighborhood battle. Again, look at the bottom right corner where it says, “Paid for by Pleasanton Residents who support Protecting Pleasanton Neighborhoods.” Plural. But in fact, they only want to protect one neighborhood. Measure PP is in place to preserve all the hillsides and ridges in Pleasanton for all the residents of Pleasanton. Pleasanton already has enough traffic, overcrowded schools and water shortages. We don’t need more housing, especially on our hillsides. Support the voters who asked for hillside protections by signing the referendum, putting this development back onto the ballot for the voters to decide if it is what we want. —Nicole Johnson

Lund Ranch II referendum I voted for Measure PP because I didn’t want our remaining hills in Pleasanton to be touched, and so did an overwhelming number of our voters. All the arguing about what things in PP mean, by our council and by some residents who think this development in our hills is acceptable, is embarrassing.

We shouldn’t be touching our hills; stay far away from them. The citizens don’t want any more houses built anywhere in the city, especially in the hills. Hasn’t the council learned anything from the citizen outrage over the east side planning they started but were forced to stop? The neighborhood that thinks this development is OK is just worried that they might get more traffic later. They need to be thinking about all of Pleasanton, our hills, our schools and traffic. I signed the referendum, and I’m asking all the other voters to do the same. And if our council doesn’t start supporting our citizens, especially the initiatives we have passed, we should certainly vote them out of office. —Sean Brusseau

Why we’re not signing As a Ventana Hills resident and Measure PP supporter, I have participated in the well-planned development of southeast Pleasanton since 1991. Traffic flow from the developments of Bonde Ranch, Bridle Creek and Sycamore Heights was designed to ensure that existing neighborhoods were not overburdened from new development. The approved Lund Ranch II PUD-25, a byproduct of this planning, is located in a bowl in the eastern hills and not visible. Some now suggest roads fall under Measure PP and are petitioning to overturn this development simply to redirect traffic. Go to the facts of what the voters were told prior to voting: 1. June 26, 2008 Special City Council meeting minutes on Measure PP. Proponent Karla Brown spoke, clarifying roads were not a part (Page 10). 2. The rebuttal argument from the proponents of Measure PP that was available to citizens in the voter pamphlet. We were all told that “roads are not a part of Measure PP.” They can’t change the intent of a measure after it’s passed, simply because they want to redirect traffic. No more time and money should be wasted because Sycamore Heights and Bridle Creek don’t want planned traffic connected to their streets, something they agreed to in their closing documents. Paid signature gatherers are giving false information to get people to sign the petition. Don’t be misled into signing this petition and wasting up to $247,000. —Amy Lofland Q

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Concerts RICK RECHT CONCERT Temple Beth Emek and Temple Beth Torah are proud to host Rick Recht in concert at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 24 at Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 Nevada Court. This early afternoon session is geared to the littlest rock stars and will be family friendly. Recht is the top-touring Jewish artist today, performing more than 125 concerts each year across the country. Cost is $5 for adults. Call 931-1055. Events SUCCESSFUL COLLABORATION BETWEEN PARENTS AND SCHOOLS Todd Gary, parent of a special needs child and special education advocate, will provide tips on how to achieve a successful partnership in special education through collaboration 7- 9 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27 at Pleasanton Middle School, 5001 Case Ave. Register athttp://tinyurl. com/JanSNC. For questions or to request an ASL interpreter, contact snc@pleasantonpta.org. Please send interpreter requests by Jan. 20.

Film ‘TOY STORY 3’ Enjoy a free showing of “Toy Story 3” at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 23 at St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3500 Hopyard Road. With coffee and hot chocolate. Please bring a donation of

non-perishable food for local food pantries. Call 462-4802 or go to stclarespleasanton.org. THE LOTTERY OF BIRTH Episode One of the “Creating Freedom” series explores the meaning of freedom in our daily lives. How free are we really? How does our environment, family, religion, and media affect freedom? A potluck will begin at 6:30 p.m., the film will follow at 7:15 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 23 at IBEW Hall, 6250 Village Parkway, Dublin. Free, $3 donation appreciated. Contact 462-3459 or flickknight@gmail.com.

Fundraisers PAWS IN NEED VALENTINE CRAB FEED Save the life of a pet and attend the Paws In Need Valentine Crab Feed from 6-10 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 6 at the Shrine Event Center, 170 Lindbergh Ave., Livermore. With fresh Oregon/ Washington cracked crab and raffles. All proceeds benefit local pets. Tickets are $55 until Jan. 23, $60 after. Get tickets at Paws-InNeed.org or send check to Paws In Need, P.O. Box 3436, San Ramon, CA 94583. PLEASANTON LIONS STEAK FEST FUNDRAISER Join for a delicious steak dinner grilled by the Lickety Spit barbecue crew served with all you can eat sides of green salad

w/ shrimp, Frankie, Johnnie & Luigi pasta, beans and rolls, at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 23 at the Alameda County Fairgrounds. Enjoy DJ music and dancing, casino games, dessert roulette, silent auction baskets, raffles and more. Tickets are $55. Proceeds benefit organizations and projects supported by the Pleasanton Lions Club, including Lions in Sight, TriValley Haven, local youth programs and education, Pleasanton Military Families and Open Heart Kitchen. Call Steve Grimes at 484-3524. Go to www.pleasantonlionsclub.org. ROTARY CRAB FEED The Livermore Rotary Club will host its annual Crab Feed from 6-10 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 29 at the Aahmes Shrine Event Center, 170 Lindbergh Ave., Livermore. With a crab dinner and dancing to live music by the Gabe Duffin Band. The Livermore Rotary Club is a member of Rotary International and sponsors community events and many worthwhile local projects. Tickets are $50. Call 447-4300.

Lectures/ Workshops SUICIDE PREVENTION AND AWARENESS Internationally renowned suicide prevention Expert Dr. Daniel Reidenberg,

Executive Director of SAVE: Suicide Awareness Voices of Education, will present a talk on Suicide Prevention with a particular focus on high school teens from 7:309 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 27 at St. Augustine Church, 3999 Bernal Ave. Teens with parents are encouraged to attend. $10 per family at will donation suggested. Contact Nicole Browne at 4742772 or nbrowne@catholicsofpleasanton.org. THE MIND OF YOUR 21ST CENTURY TEEN The City of Pleasanton and Pleasanton PTA Council present a special event hosted by AVHS/DECA Time to Talk Campaign. Dr. Robert Field, Ph.D., will cover mental and emotional challenges that teens face today and how you can support them at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 27 at the Pleasanton Library. Call 931-5359. Register at pleasantonfun. com using code 61601.

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BALLROOM DANCE SOCIAL DJ Bill Blankenship will play all types of music for your dancing pleasure from 1:30-4 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 29 at the Dublin Senior Center, 7600 Amador Valley Blvd., Dublin. Lessons will be included and light refreshments will be served. Cost is $6. Contact 5564511 or seniorctr@dublin.ca.gov. Dublin Senior Center, 7600 Amador Valley Blvd., Dublin.

Volunteering LITERACY TUTOR TRAINING Join the New Tutor Training for the Pleasanton Library Literacy Program to help newcomers learn or become proficient in English from 1-4 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 23 at the Pleasanton Library, Large Conference Room. No registration required. Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave., Pleasanton.

WE’RE NOT SIGNING A Referendum To Overturn The Approved Lund Ranch II Plan HERE IS THE TRUTH: Don’t Be Misled By Paid Signature Gatherers Who Don’t Understand This Development or Care About Our Community This plan: Does NOT threaten or violate Measure PP No homes are on hillsides or ridges Gives our community 177 acres of permanent pristine open space and hiking trails for all to enjoy WE WON’T BE SIGNING AND URGE YOU TO DO THE SAME For more information please visit www.ProtectPleasantonNeighborhoods.com Paid for by Pleasanton Residents who support Protecting Pleasanton Neighborhoods.

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East Bay Realtors association installs new leaders Alain Pinel Realtor Kim Ott elected 2016 president BY JEB BING

Kim Ott of Alain Pinel Real Estate in Pleasanton has been installed as the 2016 president of the Bay East Association of Realtors at the group’s annual meeting held at Casa Real Winery in Pleasanton. As head of the organization, Ott will be in charge of focusing its Realtor members on Bay East’s core values: communication, integrity, vision, innovation and leadership. Ott brings to her new position considerable knowledge and experience in real estate, including serving as the chair of Bay East’s grievance committee, chair of the Bay East marketing committee and president of the Tri-Cities marketing group. She also serves on the California Association of Realtors board of directors. Members of the Bay East board for 2016 also were installed at the event. They represent more than 4,500 Realtors and affiliates from throughout the area. In addition to Ott as president, they are president-elect Will Doerlich, from Realty ONE Group BMC Associates, San Ramon; treasurer Tim Ambrose, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, Castro Valley; past president Mike Fracisco, Fracisco Realty and Investments, Livermore; and Tricia Thomas, the organization’s chief executive. The 2016 board of directors by district from Central County are Joe Annunziato III, Annunziato & Associates, San Leandro; Tina Hand, Intero Real Estate, Castro Valley; and Judy Rose, Re/Max Accord, Castro Valley. Representing the Tri-City area are June Burckhardt, Legacy Real Estate & Associates, Fremont; Steve Medeiros, REALTY EXPERTS, Fremont; Jackie Pena, Legacy Real Estate & Associates, Fremont; and Nancie Allen, MasterKey Real Estate Advantage, Fremont. Representing the Tri-Valley and all from Pleasanton agencies are Leticia Arteaga, Aspire Realty Services; Barbara Clemons Coldwell Banker; Leslie Faught, Alain Pinel Realtors; Rhonda Fee, Aspire Realty Services; and Karen Kohne, Venture Sotheby’s International Realty. Elected to serve as “at large board members were Georgia Butterfield, Legacy Real Estate and Associates, Fremont; Sandi Gomes, Pride Properties, Livermore, and Ron Lyster, RE-

ALTY EXPERTS, Fremont. Erin Steele of Wells Fargo Home Mortgage in Pleasanton was elected to serve as an affiliate director. In addition to the 2016 elections, Bay East members also awarded Realtors high honors for achievements in 2015. They included Mike Godfrey as Realtor of the Year. A Realtor with Legacy Real Estate and Associates in Fremont, Godfrey was recognized for his interest and passion for politics, serving on several Realtor committees that track government issues impacting real estate transactions and the profession. He created and led a task force to help spread the word to Bay East members about the importance of their involvement in politics, raising thousands of dollars for the organization’s Action Fund. Named Rookie of the Year was Nicole Nicolay with the Engel Team at J. Rockcliff Realtors in Pleasanton. She was recognized for her spirit of integrity, professional business conduct and service to clients. She is an active member of the Young Professionals Network, the Women’s Council of Realtors and raises funds for local charities through participation in Ironman races. Receiving the Good Neighbor of the Year award was Patrick Flanagan of Coldwell Banker in Castro Valley. Known as a multi-faceted volunteer, he is continually involved in helping people in need, collecting food to help feed the homeless and raising funds for vets in wheelchairs. He is also involved with the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post in Castro Valley. Bay East presented Flanagan with a $1,000 check to support his charity work. Honored as Affiliate of the Year was Bob Henry with Diversified Mortgage Group. Henry is a member of the Housing Opportunities Committee and serves on the Asian Real Estate Association of America board and volunteers with the Sandra J. Wing Healing Therapies Foundation. Chosen for the Outstanding Leader Award was Mike Jacinto. An award given to a past president of the association who continues to pursue the vision of excellence in the name of Bay East, it recognized Jacinto for his dedication of time and energy to the association since he became a member almost 35 years ago.

Nancie Allen received the John Deadrich Distinguished Service Award. Named in honor of the association’s first president and founding father, this award is given to a Bay East member who exemplifies the self-sacrifice, vision and accomplishments of the leaders who have shaped the real estate profession. She serves on the board of direc-

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HOME STARTS HERE L I V E R M OR E $ 1 ,7 2 5 , 0 0 0

P L E A S A N T ON $ 1 , 3 9 5 , 0 0 0

L I V E R M OR E $ 1 , 2 9 9, 0 0 0

1534 Wedgewood Court | 5bd 4.5ba 5,000 Sq Ft Kelly King | 925.251.1111

4326 2nd Street | 3bd 2.5ba Blaise Loﬂand | 925.251.1111 By Appt

2193 Gabriella Lane | 5bd 4ba 3878 sq ft 10799 lot Linda Futral | 925.251.1111

L I V E R M OR E $ 8 7 0 , 0 0 0

L I V E R M OR E $ 7 9 9, 9 5 0

P L E A S A N T ON $ 76 9, 9 5 0

1278 Asti Court | 5bd 2ba Kris and Tyler Moxley | 925.251.1111 By Appt

719 Via del Sol | 5/6bd 3ba Maureen Nokes | 925.251.1111 Thurs 10:00-1:00, Sat & Sun 1:00-4:00

3628 Carlsbad Way | 3bd 2(1)ba Jo Ann Luisi | 925.251.1111 Sat & Sun 1:00-4:00

L I V E R M OR E $ 6 4 8 , 0 0 0

P L E A S A N T ON $ 5 1 9, 9 5 0

P L E A S A N T ON $ 3 7 5 , 0 0 0

406 Humboldt Way | 3bd 2ba 1130 sq ft 6914 lot Linda Futral | 925.251.1111

4445 Seminole Way | 3bd 1.5ba Maureen Nokes | 925.251.1111 Fri 10:00-1:00, Sat & Sun 1:00-4:00

2240 Segundo Court | 2bd 1ba Linda Traurig | 925.251.1111 Sat & Sun 1:00–4:00

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DU B L I N $ 3 6 8 , 4 6 7

S A N R A M ON $ 3 4 9, 0 0 0

3385 Dublin Boulevard #202 | 2bd 2ba Jo Ann Luisi | 925.251.1111 By Appt

9085 Alcosta Blvd. #421 | 2bd 1ba Gina Huggins | 925.251.1111 By Appointment

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