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Coming soon. A speed bump on your street.

Traffic calming fever in Pleasanton

here’s a new lexicon for traffic engineers in Pleasanton: It’s traffic calming. Ever since a neighborhood on Kolln Street persuaded a long-past City Council to erect a board barricade where their street crosses Valley Avenue (at a traffic signal, no less), others have sought the same. For a while, metering lights were tried on Sunol Boulevard and Vineyard Avenue to discourage “cut-through” traffic. Turn restrictions during certain hours also have been posted on streets near schools to keep drivers from using these neighborhood streets to take kids to classes. Those going to Alisal Elementary have to use busy Santa Rita Road instead of Kolln. School hour right-and left-turn restrictions on Bernal at Puerto Vallarto prevent Hearst Elementary and Pleasanton Middle School parents from driving through Pleasanton Hills. Even the back gate to the Amador Valley High campus was locked after Gatetree Circle neighbors complained of too many students being dropped off on “their” street. Now, with another 8,000 or so more residents about to move into high-density apartment complexes being built here, traffic issues are dominating Planning Commission and City Council meetings. Riddle Street and Laurel Creek Drive neighborhoods won approval for traffic calming measures for their neighborhoods. Two electronic radar feedback signs will be installed in the Preserve neighborhood where the traffic flow has reached 1,500 vehicles a day. Now, right turns will be prohibited for eastbound motorists on Dublin Canyon onto Laurel Creek, which will require commuters to continue on to Foothill Road and double back, including motorists who live there.

Commuters on Sunol Boulevard heading for I-680 in the mornings also have been using Riddle Street to avoid nagging backups at the southbound 680 metering light. They’ll be blocked by a new “No Right Turn” restriction at Riddle during peak morning commute hours. Of course, anyone living in the 25 homes on Riddle coming from Raley’s with their morning groceries also will now have to make the circuitous drive on Happy Valley Road to get back to their homes. More restrictions are coming. Last Tuesday night, traffic engineer Mike Tassano won the council’s approval to expedite the city’s traffic calming program by adding more and expensive electronic radar feedback signs ($20,000 each, plus maintenance), installing “bulb-out” and road-narrowing chicanes, more turn restriction signs and adding speed lumps if neighborhoods want them. In fact, speed lumps are the popular choice of neighborhoods that see traffic speeding by their homes. Four have been added on Crellin Road, more are heading for Black Avenue and even shopping centers are installing them. The council appropriated $50,000 a year to add more, which Tassano said will provide the needed bumps and large yellow warning signs for two neighborhoods a year. He said there are currently nine neighborhoods on the city’s traffic calming list with residents there already complaining about potentially having to wait nine years before their bids are recognized. Clearly, as more speed lumps, radar signs and other traffic calming devices are installed, adjoining neighborhoods will want them, too. Expect to see Tassano back before the council soon to ask for more money. Q

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Have you ever had a defining moment that clarified your purpose in life and/or how you want to spend it? Lisanne Eldridge Massage therapist My defining moment came in high school when I took some classes to become an emergency medical technician. It made me realize that I wanted to have a job someday where I would be directly helping people, in a very hands-on kind of way. I ultimately became a massage therapist, and I do in fact help people every day, in a real hands-on way.

Greg Dubatowka Business owner I had a tree fall on me many years ago. It broke my back and crushed my leg so badly that it had to be amputated. When I realized I was going to live and not die as a result of this accident, I knew at that moment that I was not going to allow the injuries to turn me into an invalid. And they didn’t. I live a very full, productive, wonderful life.

Delia Cooper Mom of 3 I would say the defining moment in my life was when my first child was born. It was at that point I decided nothing was more important to me than raising my children. My role in this regard was then solidified when each of my younger two children were born.

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Nancy Renteria Advertising agency owner My daughter was diagnosed with spinal meningitis as an infant. She was in a coma for three days. We were told she would never walk or talk. I refused to believe it, and to believe instead in her and in a greater power. It worked because she is now an active 19-year-old and competing in the Special Olympics.

Janet Fordana Nurse practitioner Every morning I wake up and am able to open my eyes and see is a defining moment. It tells me I will live another day.

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Newsfront DIGEST

Thorne, City Council incumbents re-elected Measure MM defeated; Costco bid to build here can proceed

Holiday Spirit Stroll The Pleasanton Downtown Association is set to host the fourth annual Holiday Spirit Stroll downtown tomorrow from 5-8 p.m. Sponsored by Visit Tri-Valley, the event will feature 30 downtown merchants paired with local breweries, wineries and bars for a night sampling beer, wine and cocktails. Participants are encouraged to dress up to participate in the ugly holiday sweater contest during the event. Event tickets are available through today for $40. If the event is not sold out by tomorrow, tickets will be available for purchase at the Spirit Stroll for $45, cash only. Tickets can be redeemed tomorrow from 4:30-7 p.m. at the starting location, Museum on Main at 603 Main St. The event will take place rain or shine; no refunds. For more info, visit the PDA website at www. pleasantondowntown.net or call 484-2199.

BY JEB BING

ven with some ballots yet to be counted, election results announced by the county registrar on Monday showed Mayor Jerry Thorne and incumbent City Council members Karla Brown and Jerry Pentin as likely winners in Pleasanton’s Nov. 8 municipal election. The latest count also showed Measure MM, the so-called anti-Costco measure, was handily defeated. The measure, which would have imposed zoning restrictions of no more than

50,000 square feet on commercial buildings on Johnson Drive, was rejected by 63.04% of the voters who cast a vote on Measure MM, or 18,652 votes against, compared to 10,936 Yes votes, or 36.96 %. Thorne won re-election to the mayor’s post, garnering more than 5,000 votes over his challenger Julie Testa, as of the latest update from county election officials. Councilwoman Brown also received the most votes cast in the council race, well ahead of Coun-

cilman Pentin, who also was reelected, and challenger Herb Ritter, the city Planning Commission chairman who trailed Pentin by a narrow margin. The updated vote tally announced Monday by the Alameda County Registrar of Voters’ Office was: Pleasanton Mayor: Jerry Thorne, 17,475 or 63.28% of all votes cast for mayor of Pleasanton; Julie Testa, 10,069 votes, or 36.46%; There were 71 write-in votes for the mayor’s post.

School board election Maher, Arkin secure seats; Hintzke holds tight lead for 3rd spot

Turkey drop The Mony Nop Turkey Drop benefiting local nonprofit Tri-Valley Haven’s efforts to feed families in need this Thanksgiving will take place this Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in front of Livermore City Hall. Mony Nop, of the Mony Nop Real Estate Team, created the event after learning that Tri-Valley Haven didn’t have enough turkeys for all local families in need last holiday season. During the turkey drop, people can donate a frozen turkey, gift card or cash contribution toward the cause to help ensure Tri-Valley Haven can feed all the 1,500-plus local families it expects to serve during Thanksgiving and the winter holiday season. All month, residents can also prepurchase a frozen turkey to benefit Tri-Valley Haven or donate cash or a gift card at the Livermore Grocery Outlet at 1320 Railroad Ave. For more information on the Turkey Drop, call 667-2707 or email Christine@trivalleyhaven.org.

Kua Body Studios Kua Body Studios, which offers traditional Thai massage, is set to celebrate its grand-opening party today from 5-8 p.m. at its Pleasanton location, 555 Peters Ave., Suite 210. Open to the public, the event will feature products from local merchants such as Tri Valley Bistro, Noland’s Cakes, Wente Vineyards and Cleophus Quealy Beer Co., and music from DeeJay 2e. Kua Body Studios, which also has a location in Los Altos, is overseen by owner Upuia Ahkiong, a certified massage therapist who worked for 10 years as a lead massage therapist at Google in Mountain View. For more info on the grandopening, visit www.KuaBody.me or call 405-5828. Q

Pleasanton City Council: Karla Brown, 17,584 votes, or 41.41% of all votes cast in the City Council race; Jerry Pentin, 12,755 votes, or 30.04%; Herb Ritter, 12,029 votes or 28.33%. There were 91 writein votes in the City Council balloting. The updated vote tally includes vote-by-mail and election poll totals released on Election Night plus some vote-by-mail and provisional ballots counted in the days after Election Day, with still more to be tabulated in the coming days. Q

BY JULIA REIS

ADRIANA DESIDERIO

Chick-fil-A aficionados arrive at night to await Thursday morning’s opening of Pleasanton’s new restaurant, the first in the Tri-Valley.

Chick-fil-A opens Pleasanton restaurant 5,300-square-foot eatery has 116-seat dining room, dual drive-thru windows Atlanta-based Chick-fil-A, Inc., a family-owned and privately held restaurant company, has opened its first Tri-Valley eatery, located next to the Interstate 580 and Hopyard Road intersection at 5785 Johnson Drive in Pleasanton. The first 100 people in line as the restaurant opened received free Chick-fil-A for a year, a company tradition going back 13 years. In that time, Chick-fil-A has given away nearly $27 million in free food as it continues the chain’s signature grand-opening event. Company spokeswoman Adriana Desiderio said that during grand-openings at other locations, fans began lining up 24 hours in advance of the opening hour. “Here, more than 70 adults arrived to camp out at our Hopyard Road and 580 location in Pleasanton Tuesday night hoping to win free Chick-fil-A for a year,” Desiderio said. “Fans had a sunny, cool day as they camped outside the restaurant.” Campers were fed all day,

entertained with activities and enjoyed a DJ on Tuesday and Wednesday nights, she added.

‘Here, more than 70 adults arrived to camp out ... hoping to win free Chickfil-A for a year.’ Adriana Desiderio, Company spokeswoman

The Pleasanton restaurant occupies a 5,300-square-foot building with a dining room that seats 116, outdoor seating for 40, a two-story interactive indoor play area for children and free Wi-Fi. It also features dual drive-thru ordering lanes and screens to enable customers to quickly pay and pick up. Open Mondays through Saturdays from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., it offers a full-service menu, includ-

ing breakfast until 10:30 a.m. Like all Chick-fil-A locations, it will be closed on Sundays. The Pleasanton franchise is owned by Aaron Clifford, who was raised on a Northern California strawberry and raspberry farm. He remembers coming to Pleasanton often as a child where his family would sell berries at the Farmers Market. After receiving a degree in business management, he worked in construction before joining the Chick-fil-A organization. The Pleasanton Chick-fil-A and its 100 employees are also inviting customers to celebrate the new location by participating in a children’s book drive for a local organization. Books can be placed in a “Book House” at the restaurant to serve as a free library exchange. Since 2014, Chick-fil-A has collected more than 27,000 children’s books which have been donated to 162 local organizations in 37 states and Washington, D.C. Q —Jeb Bing

Challenger Steve Maher and incumbent Valerie Arkin have secured two of the seats up for election in the Pleasanton school board race, while incumbent Jamie Hintzke holds a narrow lead for the third, according to the latest update on last week’s election released by the Alameda County Registrar of Voters’ Office. Maher, a retired principal in the district, led the way in the fourcandidate race, sitting in first place by nearly 8,200 votes, according to election results posted by the county Monday afternoon. Secondterm board member Arkin finished comfortably in second place, holding a nearly 2,300-vote lead to date. Hintzke, a two-term incumbent who is serving as board president this year, held a 209-vote edge over challenger Kathleen Ruegsegger for the final spot on the five-member board, according to the Monday election results update. That represents a widened lead for Hintzke, who was ahead by 54 votes when the registrar’s office announced its first post-election results update last Friday — after counting some of the pending provisional and vote-by-mail ballots. The race between Hintzke and Ruegsegger went back and forth as votes were tallied and released on Nov. 8, and Ruegsegger actually held a 26-vote lead at the end of Election Night before being passed by Hintzke on Friday. There were 86,710 ballots still left to tabulate county-wide as of Monday evening, according to the Registrar of Voters’ Office, which indicated another tally update was expected today. In an email Wednesday, Hintzke said she was encouraged that four excellent candidates ran in this election and hoped it was a trend that would See SCHOOL BOARD on Page 9

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NEWSFRONT

Voters approve local bond initiatives for schools, housing, BART Measures I1, A1, RR pass comfortably in last week’s election BY JULIA REIS

Three local bond measures supporting improved school facilities, transit infrastructure and affordable housing passed easily in last week’s election. Pleasanton voters resoundingly approved the school facilities bond Measure I1, with roughly 68.66% of ballots saying Yes to the measure in the Nov. 8 General Election, according to voting returns updated by county election officials Monday. The initiative needed approval from at least 55% of voters to pass. In a statement, Pleasanton Unified School District Superintendent Rick Rubino thanked residents for their support and referred to Pleasanton as “an incredible community.” “We are incredibly grateful for the passage of Measure I1,” Rubino said. “I look forward to engaging our community as we move forward to fund projects on the Measure I1 bond project list that will have a profound impact in providing the learning environments that our students deserve.” The passage of Measure I1 imposes a new tax of $49 per $100,000 of assessed value on Pleasanton property owners.

PUSD officials expect that tax ed projects, according to the ballot rate to generate about $270 million measure. Regardless of funding in revenue to go toward projects availability, inclusion of a project that fall into four categories: mod- on the list is not a guarantee that ernizations and new infrastructure it will be completed, but only at a cost of $139 million, creat- projects on the list can be funded ing 21st-century learning environ- by Measure I1 revenue. The final cost of each project ments including new science and technology facilities for $97.8 mil- will be determined as plans are finalized and conlion, safety and struction consecurity with ‘I look forward tracts awarded. a roughly $29 The passage of million allocato engaging our Measure I1 could tion, and energy make PUSD eliand water imcommunity as we gible for state provements that bond revenue, as will cost $10 move forward to well. California million. That spells fund projects on the voters’ approval last week of out funding for Proposition 51, a new elemenMeasure I1 bond the $9 billion tary school, upproject list.’ public school dated middle facilities bond, and high school Rick Rubino, means PUSD science labs, PUSD superintendent could qualify for improved fire state assistance if alarm systems and more. The Pleasanton school it provides matching funds. Regionally, Alameda County board approved a final bond projects list in July at the same time it voters also supported the affordvoted to place a bond measure on able housing bond initiative, Measure A1, which won with 73% of the General Election ballot. The school board cannot guar- the vote, as of Monday’s election antee the bond will generate results update. It needed a twoenough money to complete all list- thirds majority to pass.

Measure A1 will raise up to $580 million in general obligation bonds to provide affordable housing and prevent displacement of vulnerable populations such as low-income households, veterans and seniors. The money, which will last for 23 years, will pay for acquiring or improving properties, up to 8,500 units of affordable rental housing, supportive housing for homeless people and helping low- and middle-income households buy homes. Regionally, voters in Alameda, San Francisco and Contra Costa counties also voted to pass Measure RR, the $3.5 billion regional bond measure to help improve BART’s transit infrastructure. The measure required a twothirds majority to win approval, and voters in the three counties passed it with 70.1% of ballots cast combined, as of Monday’s results update. San Francisco voters passed it with 81.1% of the vote, Alameda County voters passed it with 71% and just 59.5% of Contra Costa County voters approved it. “We are grateful for all the Bay Area voters who doubled down on their commitment to transit and to BART,” BART board president Tom Radulovich said in a statement. “By reinvesting in BART, Bay Area voters said yes to a regional future that’s more equitable, sustainable, inclusive, connected and prosperous.” Infrastructure to be improved includes 90 miles of severely worn tracks, water-damaged tunnels and 44-year-old train control sys-

tems, among other projects. In other regional races, voters in Pleasanton and the rest of the 16th Assembly District re-elected Catharine Baker (R-San Ramon) to a second term. Baker received 112,041 votes (or 56.2%) compared to challenger Cheryl CookKallio, a Democrat and former Pleasanton City Council member, who garnered 43.8% (or 87,478 votes), according to the latest update from state election officials this Tuesday. Pleasanton’s State Senator, Democrat Steve Glazer from Orinda, earned his first full term by defeating Republican challenger Joseph A. Rubay by nearly a 2:1 margin. Glazer, who has served since winning a special election to the State Senate in May 2015, stood at 66.5% of the vote (231,311 votes) to Rubay’s 33.5% (116,359 votes), as of Tuesday evening. U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Dublin) was easily re-elected to his third term representing Pleasanton and the rest of the 15th Congressional District. Swalwell received 73.7% of the vote (164,558 votes), well above challenger Danny R. Turner, a Republican, who earned 26.3% (58,833), as of Tuesday evening’s count. Q Editor’s note: Information from Bay City News Service was used in this report.

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School board awards TAKE US ALONG contracts for architectural, construction firms

Down Under: Michele Toliver joined Stephanie and Matthew Russell in Melbourne for two weeks, hiking to the southern-most tip of mainland Australia, Wilsons Promontory. She took the Pleasanton Weekly along to visit Wilsons Promontory, the historical and modern sights of Melbourne, the Great Ocean Road, and kangaroos and wombats in their natural environment.

Superintendent also thanks community for bond measure success at meeting BY JULIA REIS

The Pleasanton school board awarded contracts for planned flooring and resurfacing projects as well as prospective Measure I1 bond project work at its regular meeting last week, held a day after voters passed the district’s $270 million facilities bond measure. Trustees awarded contracts Nov. 9 to five architectural firms recommended by district administration to assist with the planning, bidding and construction of bond program projects. They did not award any specific project to the architects; rather, the approval makes each firm available for future bond projects. District administration will later decide which projects would be assigned to which firm. The district selected these firms to recommend to the board following a request for proposals process that netted 25 responses. A panel interviewed 14 firms and came away with its top five: Aedis Architects, Hibser Yamauchi Architects, HKIT Architects, LPA, Inc. and Sugimura Finney Architects. At the board meeting, Superintendent Rick Rubino thanked trustees, district representatives, campaign

volunteers and the community atlarge for the bond measure’s success the evening before. “It truly takes a village,” Rubino said. “The passage of this important measure was a team effort.” The board also approved separate flooring and resurfacing contracts at that meeting. Trustees awarded a nearly $65,000 contract to Sheldrake & Mumford, Inc. for the resurfacing of Amador Valley High’s eight tennis courts. The company was the only certified, responsible and responsive bidder following a request for proposals, according to the school district. The project will be funded by a donation from former local teacher Don Anger. Work is expected to begin in mid-May and be completed around the first week of June. The board also approved a $354,769 contract with Continental Flooring for replacement of the flooring in the multipurpose rooms at Mohr Elementary and Hart Middle schools and in the small gym at Foothill High. Those projects will begin around the start of winter break and be completed around the end of the recess. Q

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10 new retailers open at Stoneridge Shopping Center Pleasanton mall adds to its regional holiday shopping appeal BY JEB BING

Five new stores and five holiday “pop-up” shops have opened at Stoneridge Shopping Center in time for holiday shopping. Typo, a concept store for stationery, gifts and home decor, is open on the lower level of the mall. Typo features holiday gifting and other merchandise in a quirky and vintage retail environment. Following an extensive renovation, Hollister Co. is welcoming shoppers on the lower level with a chic new storefront. The teen retailer carries hip and casual California style apparel that is high quality yet affordable. Open now on the lower level near Macy’s, Garage offers the latest denim and casual looks for teen girls in a fun and relaxed shopping atmosphere. This is a trendy store offering the latest styles from glam for holiday parties to oversized

sweaters for everyday wear. Also opening in time for the busy holiday season, Mrs. Fields Cookies is bringing fresh-baked cookies, brownies and muffins to Stoneridge. The baked goods are easy to find by following the yummy smells wafting along the lower level to Mrs. Fields’ counter. Urban Barber will open its flagship barbershop ahead of the holidays to keep customers looking their best with personal grooming and products in a sleek, sophisticated atmosphere. The five holiday specialty shops include: Hickory Farms will have two locations at Stoneridge this season with meats, wine, cheeses, sweets and more. Go! Calendars and Go! Games has two kiosks this season to offer shoppers faster access to its one-stop shops full of calendars,

games, puzzles, and toys, ideal for kids of all ages. Only available during the holidays, As Seen on TV is a destination at Stoneridge for its products seen on TV. The kiosk offers stocking stuffers and white elephant gifts to that hard-to-shop-for-person on everyone’s Christmas list. Located outside in Parking Lot C, Colley’s Tree Farm opened Monday with Christmas trees of all sizes available onsite. “We are very excited to welcome new permanent additions to the mall along with these holiday specialty shops,” said Betsy Edwards, director of marketing and business development. “Stoneridge Shopping Center is already a local destination for toptier shopping, but these shops will offer unique options for gift giving this season,” she added. Q

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Downtown holiday parade set for Dec. 3 Floats, marching bands plus civic, city, business, community, youth groups participating Pleasanton’s annual Hometown Holiday Celebration is scheduled for Saturday evening, Dec. 3. The event will include a festive, hour-long parade, on Main Street with the city’s tree-lighting ceremony following in front of the Museum on Main. Many downtown merchants and

restaurants will be open for holiday shopping during the parade, with decorated floats, high school marching bands and a special appearance by Santa Claus. All businesses, families, individuals, groups, organizations and residential communities are invited to participate in the parade.

To register or for more information, sign up at www.hometownholiday.com or call 931-5352. The deadline for parade entries is Wednesday. Volunteers are needed for many aspects of this year’s parade. Those interested can sign up at the Hometown Holiday website or by calling 931-5352. High school students can earn community service hours by volunteering at the event. Q —Jeb Bing

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The Pleasanton public library will celebrate 28 years at its 400 Old Bernal Ave. location tomorrow. The celebration will include a self-led scavenger hunt and slide show, highlighting library’s services, programs and history. The scavenger hunt and slide show will be a drop-in program between 10 a.m. and noon. At 2 p.m., there will be a cake cutting and prize drawing for all scavenger hunt ﬁnishers. Additionally, to encourage residents to return overdue items, ﬁnes will be waived for all library materials returned on Saturday.

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This colorful, energetic art done by Ritu Ahluwalia with a palette knife is one of her ﬂowerthemed works that will be displayed on the Pleasanton Art League wall now through Dec. 12 upstairs at the Firehouse Arts Center, located at 4444 Railroad Ave. Harrington Gallery exhibits are open noon to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays and 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Saturdays.

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Las Positas College professor wins Fulbright Scholar grant Eagan to teach American studies in Croatia Catherine Eagan, an English professor at Las Positas College, has been named a Fulbright Scholar with a grant enabling her to teach American studies in Croatia. She will teach, advise, lecture and develop curriculum at the University of Zagreb to expand student and faculty understanding of how perceptions of racial difference shape individuals across national borders. She will also teach an undergraduate American literature course that

will explore how different cultures meet, interact and adapt in American literature and society, as well as a graduate course on the formation of white racial identity in 19th-century Europe and America. “Both the college and the ChabotLas Positas Community College District are very proud of Dr. Eagan’s designation as a Fulbright Scholar,” said Barry Russell, LPC’s president. “She represents a remarkable slate of talent in the LPC faculty.” Eagan is known for her research

into the racial formation of identity in the U.S. and Europe, particularly Ireland. She is a co-adviser to the Peace and Social Justice Club and led LPC students and community members on an educational trip to Ireland in June. The prestigious Fulbright program was established in 1946 to foster intercultural exchange and greater understanding between peoples all over the world. Its teaching program offers more than 500 teaching, research or combination teaching/research awards in more than 125 countries. Q —Jeb Bing

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ing, broader communication with the community, greater transparency, and a stronger relationship with the City Council.” Ruegsegger added that it would cost “a lot of money I don’t wish to spend” to request a recount. Any registered voter can request a recount, but they are required to cover the costs of the recount unless it reverses the results of that race, according to state law. There is no provision in California law that mandates an automatic recount in any election contest. Meanwhile Maher, the top votegetter, said he was humbled by the level of support he received in being elected to his first term last week. “I think we’re a fine district, but we can do better and I hope to assist with that,” Maher said Monday. “I’m a constant learner, and I’ll be all eyes and ears because it’s not the same as being a principal or a teacher. I understand there will be a learning curve.” Among Maher’s top priorities coming onto the board are to look at the district’s hiring practices, which trustees are already slated to start reviewing in January; work to close the academic gap between general and special education students; and plan for growth. “There are 501 apartments going in across from BART, 94 townhouses across from Hart (Middle School) and a huge complex by McDonald’s,” he said. “Do we have a plan for what’s going to happen when all those students are coming?”

Maher effectively takes over the school board seat that opened up when incumbent Chris Grant decided not to run for re-election. For Arkin, the victory represents an opportunity to continue her service with a third term and “continue making decisions with the best interests of kids in mind.” Her priorities include focusing on reading interventions, being fiscally accountable and getting bond project work underway. “I’m really looking forward to everything with the bond — the building of an elementary school, the tech component, updating the science labs,” said Arkin, who is currently unemployed. She added that she is grateful for the opportunity to continue serving Pleasanton. “There have been a lot of hard times, no doubt, but I’ve enjoyed being in that role and am excited to be able to continue to do that,” Arkin said. As of Monday evening, the election results stood at: Steve Maher, 21,164 total votes, or 38.33% of the total number of votes cast in the school board election; Valerie Arkin, 12,955 votes, or 23.46%; Jamie Hintzke, 10,592 votes, or 19.18%; Kathleen Ruegsegger, 10,383 votes, or 18.81%. There were 118 write-in votes on the ballots cast. Q Editor’s note: Check PleasantonWeekly. com for continued updates on the school board election results.

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continue. She indicated the 209-vote lead represents a victory for her. “Our well-recognized school district is a result of dedicated teachers and administrators, and our diligent students and the parents who support them,” said Hintzke, who works as a community relations coordinator and youth CPR program manager for Alameda County. “I am honored to have another term to work with our newly hired superintendent and to represent the community by keeping an eagle eye on the budget and always doing the right thing for our students,” she added. Ruegsegger, a retired executive assistant to Pleasanton and Palo Alto school superintendents and former Pleasanton school board member (1990-93), said in an email that Hintzke’s 209-vote lead “would probably indicate a likely winner,” but added that she would not concede until results were official. County elections officials have until early December to report their final results to the California Secretary of State’s Office. “No matter the outcome, I will stay involved,” Ruegsegger said. “The district has been given $270 million in bond potential, and it will be important to watch how that is spent. I also hope to talk more about enrollment, benefit costs, block schedul-

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Changes to FAFSA make it easier to apply for student aid Submission period now open, 3 months earlier than in previous years BY NATHANIEL SILLIN

Do you have a high school senior who is knee deep in the college admissions process? Writing essays and filling out forms can be a stressful process for students, just as covering the cost of college can be for parents. This year, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) submission period opened on Oct. 1, three months earlier than in previous years. That extra time to get financial information in order could be a big benefit to many families. Don’t put off completing the application. Sending the FAFSA in early could increase your financial aid package and give you more time to compare aid offers from different schools. Understanding this form of student aid. The FAFSA determines

your family’s expected contribution to the cost of higher education and serves as an application for federal financial aid, such as student loans, work study and the Pell Grant. It’s also used by some state agencies and schools to determine aid, including merit-based awards, and some scholarships require applicants fill out the FAFSA. Current and prospective college students must complete a new FAFSA each year. Dependent children will need their parents’ financial information to complete the form, and parents may want to work on the application alongside their child. Most students complete the FAFSA online at fafsa.ed.gov. While it can be complicated, once you have all the paperwork in order, the application could take less than 30 minutes. New changes in tax requirements make filling out the FAFSA easier. The earlier submission period isn’t the only difference for the FAFSA this year; there’s also a change in

the tax information you need to have been significant changes in your financial situation since then. submit. You’ll now report your income After submitting, applicants can based on the student’s and parents’ contact their schools’ financial aid tax return from two years before offices to make adjustments. Pay close attention when filling the school term begins. Your 2015 tax return for the 2017-18 FAFSA out the FAFSA because some of the questions, such as those pertainfor example. You might be able to electronical- ing to current assets, are based on when you fill out ly transfer your form, not tax return infor‘Sending your FAFSA the your tax return. mation to your Submitting your FAFSA using the in early could increase application early Internal Revoffers several enue Service’s your eligibility for advantages. The Data Retrieval Tool. If you’re financial aid and give federal deadline for the 2017-18 unable or don’t FAFSA is June want to use the you more time to 30, 2018, but tool and don’t have a copy of compare aid offers don’t wait that long to complete your 2015 tax from schools.’ your applicareturn, you can tion. States and order a free tax transcript of your return online, by colleges have deadlines of their mail or by calling 1-800-908-9946. own, and your eligibility for aid can The 2017-18 FAFSA requires depend on meeting these deadlines. Some states and schools also that applicants use their 2015 tax return information even if there distribute aid on a first come, first

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served basis. Submitting your application early can help ensure you’ll receive the aid you’re eligible for before the funds run out. Prospective students who submit the FAFSA early might receive estimated financial aid offers from schools earlier as a result. This gives families more time to compare the offers before making the big decision on which school to attend. You can list up to 10 schools on the FAFSA, including schools you’re considering but haven’t applied to yet. Submitting your info holds your place in line for aid, and you can switch out schools later if you want. You’ll also receive a Student Aid Report (SAR) after submitting the FAFSA that you can send to additional schools. Many states require you send your FAFSA to at least one instate school to be eligible for state grants, and some states require you list a state school in the first or second position to be eligible. The Department of Education has a list of each state’s requirements. Bottom line. The FAFSA’s submission period opens up three months earlier than in previous years. Sending your FAFSA in early could increase your eligibility for financial aid and give you more time to compare aid offers from schools. Q Editor’s note: Nathaniel Sillin directs Visa’s financial education programs. Follow him on Twitter, @PracticalMoney.

Rotary Club to hold 35th annual holiday luncheon for seniors Seniors 62+ eligible to sign up for Dec. 9 event at Senior Center The Rotary Club of Pleasanton will hold its 35th annual holiday luncheon for seniors Dec. 9 at the Pleasanton Senior Center. Members of the club serve a traditional holiday lunch that includes roasted turkey, gravy, dressing and all of the trimmings topped off with a pumpkin pie dessert. Holiday music, raffle prizes and a visit from Santa Claus are part of the annual festivities. The event is a longstanding community partnership between the Rotary Club and the Senior Center. Seniors 62 years of age and older can register for the dinner and pick up their tickets for the dinner starting at 8:30 a.m. Nov. 29 at the Senior Center front desk. Each registrant needs to show proof of residency and also may pick up one additional ticket for a spouse. Seating for the holiday dinner is limited with tickets being dispensed on a first-come basis. For more information, call the Pleasanton Senior Center at 931- 5365. Q —Jeb Bing

Community Pulse POLICE BULLETIN Man accused of driving wrong way in stolen vehicle A 22-year-old man was arrested in Pleasanton on Tuesday morning after police allege he drove a stolen vehicle into oncoming traffic in an attempt to evade law enforcement. According to Pleasanton police, the arrest stemmed from an incident that began around 10:30 a.m., when an officer patrolling the parking lot of the Wal-Mart at 3112 Santa Rita Road noticed a suspicious vehicle that had been reported stolen. Within a few minutes, the officer observed four people walk toward the car, get in and drive off. As the car turned north onto Santa Rita Road, the officer initiated a traffic stop, but the driver did not comply and continued north at a high rate of speed, according to Sgt. Erik Silacci. As the car approached Pimlico Drive, it drove across the center median and into oncoming traffic on the eastbound Interstate 580 off ramp. That prompted Pleasanton police officers to end their pursuit of the car out of public safety concerns, Silacci said. The car drove approximately a quarter mile the wrong direction on I-580 before stopping on the shoulder. All four occupants then got out of the car and began running toward Rosewood Drive, according to Silacci. Officers responded and immediately detained three of the occupants, all of whom were juveniles, Silacci said. The fourth person,

later identified as 22-year-old Roberto Razo, was seen running into a storage facility in the area, according to the sergeant. Officers set up a perimeter and used a police K-9 unit to locate Razo hiding in the facility, Silacci said. Razo was arrested without further incident on suspicion of possession of a stolen vehicle, evading a police officer while driving into opposite traffic, resisting arrest and child endangerment.

In other news • Three unoccupied Pleasanton police cars were among the vehicles damaged during a presidentialelection protest in Oakland last week, the department confirmed. The vandalism occurred while Pleasanton officers were in Oakland the evening of Nov. 9 assisting other law enforcement during a protest against the election of Donald Trump as the next United States president, according to Crime Prevention Community Service Officer Shannon Revel-Whitaker. The officers weren’t present when their cars were damaged, and no Pleasanton police officers were injured. The damage consisted of spray paint and glass being smashed in, Revel-Whitaker said, adding that she did not know more specific details about the incident. The Pleasanton Police Department also sent a team of officers to the Oakland protests the following night and again Sunday afternoon without incident after receiving another request for mutual aid from the city of Oakland, according to the department. “Protecting our city comes first and whatever we can afford to give, we give,” Revel-Whitaker said.

Anti-Trump demonstrations have been occurring throughout the Bay Area, with Sunday’s peaceful demonstration drawing over 7,000 people to Lake Merritt. No arrests were made Sunday, whereas officers arrested multiple people following the Nov. 9 and 10 protests for offenses such as assaults on officers and vandalism. • An 11-year-old boy was approached by a stranger while walking home Tuesday evening in what Pleasanton police are calling a suspicious incident. The boy was walking home from a friend’s house on Canelli Court to his residence on Palomino Drive shortly after 7 p.m. when a dark colored, four-door van pulled up alongside him on Concord Street, according to Revel-Whitaker. A white male, described as being between the ages of 50 and 55 with an unshaven face, told the boy his mother was in the hospital and that she had asked him to give the child a ride there, police said. The boy then ran 100 yards to his house and immediately told his mother, who called police, RevelWhitaker said. The van, possibly a Chevy, was last seen traveling east on Palomino Drive from Concord Street. Police checked the area but could not find the suspicious man or vehicle. There is no further description of either at this time, and police say this is the only occurrence that has been reported to them. This type of incident is unusual for Pleasanton, Revel-Whitaker said, adding that the boy did “remarkable work” in getting to a safe place quickly and immediately reporting what happened to a trusted adult. Q —Julia Reis and Bay City News Service

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Nov. 12 Alcohol violation Q 8:49 p.m. on the 200 block of Main Street Q 9:20 p.m. on the 4200 block of Rosewood Drive Theft Q 8:21 a.m. on the 5500 block of Sunol Boulevard Robbery Q 4:05 p.m. on the 1400 block of Stoneridge Mall Road Fraud Q 3:44 p.m. on the 2600 block of Vista Diablo Court DUI Q 3:42 a.m. at Hopyard Road and Valley Avenue

Nov. 11 Drug violation Q 1 a.m. on the 400 block of Old Bernal Avenue Q 3:44 a.m. on the 5800 block of Owens Drive Q 7:31 a.m. on the 5600 block of Stoneridge Drive Q 11:05 p.m. at Foothill Road and Dublin Canyon Road Child abuse Q 4:55 p.m. on Abbie Street

Fraud Q 1:32 p.m. on the 11900 block of Dublin Canyon Road Vandalism Q 11:15 a.m. on the 5000 block of Golden Road Q 11:59 a.m. on the 4300 block of Second Street Commercial burglary Q 8:07 a.m. on the 2700 block of Stoneridge Drive

Nov. 10 DUI Q 10:22 p.m. on the 4900 block of Hopyard Road Theft Q 4:36 a.m., 3200 block of Omega Circle; theft from auto Q 7:29 a.m., 8000 block of Rockford Place; auto theft Q 8:43 a.m., 5400 block of Montalvo Court; burglary Q 3:58 p.m., 4500 block of Rosewood Drive; shoplifting Q 9:30 p.m. on the 1600 block of Stoneridge Mall Road Child abuse Q 6:59 p.m. on Stoneridge Mall Road Fraud Q 10:11 a.m. on the 4500 block of Lin Gate Street Q 10:25 a.m. on the 1000 block of Shotwell Court

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Give now to help others in our community BY JEB BING

Today marks the start of the Pleasanton Weekly Holiday Fund campaign, a time when we ask our readers to turn their thoughts to supporting local nonprofit agencies and services that care for those in need year-round. It’s also a timely effort. “Although the economy has rebounded, many still aren’t benefiting from the surge and need our help,” said Gina Channell, president and publisher of the Pleasanton Weekly. “Too many still don’t have job stability and lack basic health care, or rising costs have made health care unaffordable,” she added. “The nonprofits the Holiday Fund supports can help them.” This year’s Holiday Fund recipients that will share equally in fund contributions are:

Agape Villages Foster Family Agency Statistics tell us that 46% of foster youths don’t graduate from high school and half of all homeless youths were at one time in the foster care system. That’s why the Agape Villages Foster Family Agency has been named a recipient of contributions to the Pleasanton Weekly Holiday Fund. Agape Villages has been around for over 55 years, finding loving homes for abused and neglected children throughout 14 counties in Northern California, including here in Alameda County. “At Agape, we aim to beat the odds by providing a loving and stable environment for these children,” said Jennifer Oxe, Agape’s community engagement director.

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surrounding communities. A communityled, nonprofit organization, Hope Hospice offers services regardless of insurance, income status, nation of origin or religion. Although the holiday season is typically filled with merriment, celebrations and longstanding traditions, many people and families who have lost a loved one feel lost, alone and overcome with sadness and anxiety. Hope Hospice offers help to individuals in finding ways to take care of themselves during this time through counseling and seminars that provide practical ideas, strategies and helpful tips that can make a difference during the holiday season. Grief support staff members say that these feelings are normal and very common, especially during the first year of death. “Just seeing festive decorations at the mall or reading holiday recipes in the newspaper can trigger a variety of emotions,” said Lee Ann Morgan, Hope Hospice’s director of grief support. “People often tell us that they feel fatigued or have low energy. Others have described their feelings as a ‘hollow feeling’ in their stomach. Many have expressed a sense of guilt, regret or anger.” The Pleasanton Weekly Holiday Fund supports Hope Hospice, including working with the organization on a seminar that will discuss strategies for coping during the holidays. It will be held from 2-4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8 at the Hope Hospice Grief Support Center, 6377 Clark Ave. in Dublin.

REACH An acronym for Resources Education Activities Community and Housing for special adults of the Tri-Valley, REACH uses funds

Another beneficiary of the Holiday Fund is Hope Hospice, an organization that for more than 35 years has provided personalized endof-life care to families in the Tri-Valley and

collected through the Pleasanton Weekly Holiday Fund to enhance the quality of life for people with developmental disabilities. It uses these resources to support education programs, for activities and to provide housing opportunities. It has nine homes in the Tri-Valley serving 26 people with disabilities that range from cerebral palsy to Down syndrome to autism, with some being more impaired than others. REACH expanded several years ago to provide a more holistic approach to its services, and now also addresses fitness, social and educational opportunities for the special needs community, as well as continuing its initial focus of providing housing in the local community.

Sandra J. Wing Healing Therapies Foundation Sandra J. Wing Healing Therapies Foundation is again on the Holiday Fund’s list of beneficiaries. Funds that go to this organization help provide Tri-Valley cancer patients with the benefit of complementary therapies to help alleviate the side effects caused by radiation and chemotherapy. The organization is supported entirely by generous donations, including those from the Pleasanton Weekly Holiday Fund.

Senior Support Program of the Tri-Valley Also benefiting from the Holiday Fund this year will be Senior Support Program of the Tri-Valley, an independent, nonprofit agency serving seniors over 60 in the communities of Pleasanton, Livermore, Dublin and Sunol. The group was established in 1981 as a “Friendly Visitor” volunteer program serving 35 seniors. It has since grown to include programs that annually serve more than 5,600 seniors in the Tri-Valley area, and this year is expanding its one-stop resource shop to meet these needs. “We are so thankful to be part of the Pleasanton Weekly Holiday Fund,” said Marlene Petersen, executive director. “These funds contribute to helping seniors go through the process of changes one goes through with age, such as the loss of a loved one, friends, the ability to drive and hear well, and many other meaningful experiences we often take for granted.”

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REACH provides programs, activities and housing opportunities for special needs children and adults, including those with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome and autism.

Another Holiday Fund recipient is Sunflower Hill, an organization working to create a sustainable residential community for individuals with special needs. It’s a Pleasanton-based nonprofit organization that benefits from contributions made to the Weekly’s Holiday Fund. Founded in 2012 by local community leaders and parents of children with special needs, it seeks to develop residential communities similar to senior living

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Pleasanton City Councilwoman Kathy Narum (left) helps secure her yellow peach tree with Sunflower Hill garden director Lynn Monica and program director Chris Bogert at recent tree-planting ceremony.

facilities as well as vocational programs and activities. Nationwide, there are more than 5 million individuals with special needs like autism, Down syndrome and cerebral palsy and 17,000 people alone in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. Due to lack of housing options and affordability, more than 80% of adults end up living with their parents their entire lives. Sunflower Hill seeks to change that paradigm by creating an enriched, safe and secure residential community that affords life-long living options. In Livermore, a new community on First Street is in the final stages of city review. If approved, it would offer 44 affordable units at 30%-50% of the area’s median income.

Tri-Valley YMCA Another beneficiary of Holiday Fund contributions is the Tri-Valley YMCA, which recently moved its facilities from Dublin to more spacious quarters at 5000 Pleasanton Ave. The Y promotes healthy living and fosters a sense of social responsibility. The nonprofit’s first-ever Family Wellness Center in the Tri-Valley offers a variety of services, including expanded mental health programs for children, teens and families, educational and support groups, workshops and therapy sessions. “It’s a valuable community resource open to all families, allowing many people to get all types of services,” said the Y’s executive director Kelly Dulka. Using contributions made from the Holiday Fund, the Tri-Valley Y will help many families improve their health and well-being.

ValleyCare Foundation Another recipient of the Holiday Fund is the ValleyCare Charitable Foundation, a part of Stanford Health at ValleyCare.

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Contributions should be directed to:

Pleasanton Weekly Holiday Fund c/o Silicon Valley Community Foundation 2440 West El Camino Real, Suite 300, Mountain View, California 94040 Checks should be made payable to Silicon Valley Community Foundation.

The foundation and the services and other hospital needs it supports makes use of contributions to the Pleasanton Weekly Holiday Fund for its breast cancer Patient Navigator program. When a patient has been diagnosed with breast cancer, moving through the care process can be complex and sometimes confusing. In continually striving to improve a patient’s experience and assist her quest for wellness, the medical center has expanded its cancer program with the addition of a Certified Breast Cancer Patient Navigator, who guides patients through the treatment and follow-up processes.

Valley Humane Society Pleasanton-based Valley Humane Society creates a brighter future for cats and dogs by encouraging and strengthening the bond between people and pets. The organization rescues and rehabilitates companion animals, champions responsible caretaking, shares pets’ soothing affections with people in need of comfort and supports and preserves existing pet-guardian relationships. Valley Humane Society has worked to save and improve the lives of Tri-Valley companion animals since 1987. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, its programs and services are made possible by the generosity of private donors, including those received from the Pleasanton Weekly Holiday Fund. It receives

no government funds, tax dollars or money from national humane organizations. Valley Humane Society takes in homeless cats and dogs from municipal shelters, provides age-appropriate vaccinations, necessary medical treatments, including spay/ neuter surgeries, and then finds them new loving forever homes. Volunteers assist with a majority of the animal care, including providing foster homes for animals who need a little extra TLC. At Valley Humane Society, rescuing animals starts with helping those who care for them. It also believes in the power of pets to inspire, comfort, teach, heal and unify. That’s why its programs reach beyond rescue and pet adoption. VHS strengthens the bond between people and pets by teaching responsible pet care, cultivating respect for animals and sharing the unconditional love that pets offer. Again this year, the Weekly is partnering with Silicon Valley Community Foundation, which will handle all finances related to the Pleasanton Weekly Holiday Fund. This will allow donors to take advantage of a tax deduction for the dollars they contribute through the foundation’s 501(c)(3) status to the fullest extent of the law. Also, the Pleasanton Weekly will handle all costs of the campaign. That means that every dollar will go directly to these nine nonprofits with no administrative expenses. Q

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2016 Holiday Fund Donors At the start of the 2016 Pleasanton Weekly Holiday Fund campaign, 46 donors have contributed $12,601 to the fund. This list includes donations received and reported by Nov. 11. Individual Bruce & Cindy Yamamoto........................... ** Bill & Pat Ruvalcaba................................ $300 Blaise & Amy Loﬂand............................. $250 Shirley M. Todd..........................................$50 John & Roxanne Plotts................................ ** Bob & Carol Molinaro.......................... $1,000 Jim & Susan Falls........................................ ** Sue King-Irwin.......................................... $50 Joe & Kelly Montes................................. $100 Ajay Shah................................................... ** Andrew Bailey......................................$1,000 Pat & Ron Costello......................................** Marvin Rensink....................................... $300 Alan Purves............................................ $150 Kim & Ron Possehl .............................. $250 A. Desrosiers.......................................... $100 Richard & Gloria Fredette............................ ** Gene Johnson........................................ $100 Bob & Marianne Eisberg............................. ** Vince & Sarah Ciccarello............................. ** John & Barbara Severini.......................... $300 The Caldwell Family ...................................** Bill & Dottie Berck...................................$200 Gretchen & John Clatworthy...................$500 S. Jensen ................................................$200 Betty Kirvan ............................................$200 Bob & Kathy Russman ................................** Jeff & Jeri Oh ..............................................** Rita Rollar ...............................................$100 Carl & Sharrell Michelotti ........................$100 Businesses & Organizations Alain Pinel Realtors Tim McGuire Team.............................. $1,000

Karen Morliengo, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist, LMFT ...............................** In Honor Of The Daggett Children and Grandchildren from Barbara Daggett.................................** Bill & Alice Marsh from Bill & Audrey Sears .............................** In Memory Of Our wonderful Grandparents Roselle Grimes, Claud & Verna Plummer, Fran & Mary Franchuk, Joe & Evelyn Schrick from The Grimes Family ..............................$100 Michael Page Bacon from Patricia Bacon ................................$200 Mary L. Erickson from A. L. Copher...........$50 Jule V. Jensen from Paul E. T. Jensen .........$50 Xiaofan Han from Xiaojun Mo ....................** Michael, Matt & Diane from The Pentin Family ...........................$250 Rick Aguiar & George Fargis from Marianne Ottaway .........................$100 Alison K. Pennisi ........................................** Dee Wilson, Ken Mercer & Jerry Lemm from John P. Ferreri .........................................$300 Betty Patrick from Joan & Chuck Brown ...........** Diana Bonanno from Kay & Charles Huff ..................** Doris Cink & Charles Glass from Vern & Tracy Cink ...............................** As a gift for Emma Grace Hurt from Gena, Harold & Wayne Gattin ............** ** The asterisk designates that the donor did not want to publish the amount of the gift.

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Opinion EDITORIAL

THE OPINION OF THE WEEKLY

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Crowds at the Nov. 12 dedication of new Veterans Memorial at Pleasanton’s Pioneer Cemetery numbered in the hundreds.

Finally, we can get some rest

or those who enjoy community festivities, band music and crowds, it’s been a whirlwind few weeks in Pleasanton. It started Oct. 29 with the colorful ceremony at the newly expanded Bernal Community Park, a 54-acre, $16.5 million project that has added new lighted sports fields and an oak woodland. With three lighted multipurpose all-weather synthetic sports fields next to two lighted baseball fields built several years ago, coupled with nearby Mercer Sports Park, Pleasanton is now a Bay Area leader in upscale youth sports facilities. Then a week later on Sunday, Nov. 6, Pleasanton hosted the 18th annual Tri-Valley Veterans Day parade on Main Street. Several thousand people lined the street as nearly 100 marching, walking and motorized units went by, making this the largest observance in Alameda County. Pleasanton’s Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6298 and American Legion Post 237 hosted the parade, traditionally held ahead of the actual holiday so that veterans and civic leaders can represent our city in other celebrations on Nov. 11. Last Saturday, hundreds turned out for the dedication of the new $320,000 Veterans Memorial at the top of Pioneer Cemetery. The 2-1/2-hour ceremony included pa-

triotic music played by the Pleasanton Community Concert Band and brief welcoming remarks by Mayor Jerry Thorne and Doug Miller, who organized the observance. Sandwiched in between these celebrations was another festive public event, the opening of Pleasanton’s new $300,000 “Cubby’s” dog park. The city’s second off-leash dog park, named Cubby’s in honor of the police department’s first canine, it occupies 1.5 acres at the staging area of the Marilyn Murphy Kane Walking Trail just off Bernal Avenue. Tuesday night, the City Council honored those responsible for these community achievements. With the council chamber filled with sports leaders, uniformed members of the American Legion and VFW posts, organizers and planners, certificates of achievement were presented to Aidan Husejnovic, who submitted the winning name for the dog park (and who also was celebrating his 11th birthday); the Veterans Memorial Committee for having secured the location and raised the funds for the memorial; and the Play Bernal fundraising committee, which is contributing $2 million toward the cost of the new Bernal Park sports complex. With the Thanksgiving holidays ahead, we finally can get some rest. Q

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we in Pleasanton value. Our intent was to give our community a voice to tell our pro-growth City Council majority that the citizens of Pleasanton want to honor the spirit of our slow-growth path. It is with great pride that I say, thanks to the support of nearly 40% of Pleasanton voters, we accomplished that goal. I know each of the thousands of votes cast for me were a message to Mayor Thorne and Pleasanton’s City Council that our community is concerned about growth and residents want to be acknowledged. Our City Council is surrounded by the voices of special interest, but this campaign gave thousands of Pleasanton citizens a voice to ask that they be heard and represented. Thank you to the amazing team that worked so hard alongside me and supported my campaign in so many ways. We have accomplished a lot this campaign season. Meeting and talking with so many Pleasanton residents has made me even more grateful to be a part of our wonderful community. It has been a great experience. We must remain vigilant; let’s continue forward together. With deepest gratitude and sincere appreciation, —Julie Testa

Let’s continue forward together Dear Editor, Congratulations to Mayor Thorne, Karla Brown (as the top vote recipient, confirming slowgrowth is the majority preference) and Jerry Pentin, on their re-elections. Indeed, we are all on the same team and all want what is best for Pleasanton. I am confident that rather than interpret the thousands of votes cast against them as adversarial, Pleasanton’s City Council will receive the message as valuable insight to better represent our slow-growth community. I am proud of our campaign and grateful to have received such a tremendous amount of support in a very short time. I understood that running against a well-established and well-funded incumbent would be a significant challenge. However, the goal was much more than about me becoming Pleasanton mayor. The goal of this campaign was to increase awareness regarding the pro-development agenda that is threatening the quality of life that Page 14 • November 18, 2016 • Pleasanton Weekly

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T his Holiday Inspiring ideas for the 2016 holiday season PRODUCED BY THE PLEASANTON WEEKLY

Home for the holidays Fun and festivities in your backyard — no flying sleigh required

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he holidays are upon us once again, and with them come a blizzard of vacations, family gatherings, community events and every opportunity to shop until you drop. To make the unending barrage of fun more manageable for everyone, we have pulled together an early list of holiday events scheduled in and around Pleasanton, from Thanksgiving celebrations to holiday decorating. Even if your feelings about this time of year are more of the Scrooge persuasion, November and December promise to be filled with opportunities for holiday shopping, family fun and magical celebrations sure to put a smile on your face.

Interfaith Thanksgiving Service Join Interfaith-Interconnect for the fourth annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 20 at St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, 678 Enos Way, Livermore. Led by clergy from Livermore and Pleasanton, including Rabbi Milder, they bring together their diverse faith community in a shared expression of gratitude for their blessings. This service is a rare occasion of prayer across denominational lines, and a wonderful celebration of our common humanity. Call 931-1055 for more information.

Holiday Spirit Stroll The Pleasanton Downtown Association will hold its fourth annual Holiday Spirit Stroll from 5-8 p.m. on Saturday,

Nov. 19, starting at Museum on Main, 603 Main St. Thirty downtown merchants will be paired with local breweries, wineries and bars for a festive night sampling beer, wine and cocktails. Participants are encouraged to dress up to participate in the Ugly Holiday Sweater contest during the event. Tickets are $40, and available at PleasantonDowntown.net; at Main Street Brewery, 830 Main St.; and at Studio Seven Arts, 400 Main St. If the event is not sold out, tickets will be available the day of the event for $45, cash only.

To Tree or Not To Tree: What will we do for the holidays? You may want to decorate a Christmas tree while your partner wants to make latkes. What will work for you as a family? Whether December is your favorite month (full of Christmas cookies and chocolate gelt) or your most dreaded month (material surfeit and cultural overwhelm) you are invited to join this open and supportive discussion on how to handle the December dash. This year will be especially interesting because the first night of Chanukah falls on Christmas Eve. The discussion will take place from 10:30 a.m.-noon on Sunday, Dec. 4 at Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 Nevada Court. Call 9311055 for more information.

Harmony Fusion Chorus Presents ‘Harmony Holiday’ Harmony Fusion Chorus, a women’s a cappella chorus, and members of Sweet

Adeline’s International, presents “Harmony Holiday” with an afternoon of carols and popular holiday songs set to the scene of a lively holiday party. Joining the chorus are two award-winning high school choruses: Mt. Eden High School Chamber Choir and Concord High School’s Ladies First and quartets. See the show at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 4 at Our Savior Lutheran Ministries Church, 1385 S. Livermore Ave., Livermore. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Call the chorus chairpersons Garrienne at (510) 523-3324 or Carla at 373-0599. Go to www.harmonyfusion.org.

Holiday Youth Music Festival Come see the fourth annual Holiday Youth Music Festival at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 26 at the Firehouse Arts Center. See bands, solos, plus the first ever Firehouse Arts Center Youth Chorus performing fun holiday favorites and perhaps a few surprises. All cities in the Tri-Valley are represented, and the ages of this year’s performers range from 7 to 17. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students. Call 9314848 or go to www.firehousearts.org.

Creatures of Impulse presents Holiday Shorts: ‘A Long Winter’s Tale’ The Bay Area’s award-winning teen improv troupe presents its annual holiday classic at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, Dec. 1-2 at the Firehouse Arts Center. Audience suggestions will inspire holiday themed games, scenes, and improv fun in

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Santa greets parade-goers during last year’s Hometown Holiday Celebration. This year’s festivities are set for Dec. 3 downtown.

the first act. The audience will then vote for which short scene Creatures of Impulse will make into an entire improvised “play” in the second act. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students. A special preview performance will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 29, with $2 entry at the door. Call 9314848 or go to www.firehousearts.org.

Hometown Holiday Parade Downtown Pleasanton will come alive for the holidays from 5-9 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 3, beginning with the Hometown Holiday Celebration, Parade, and Tree Lighting. Join your family, friends, and neighbors on Main Street and enjoy the sights and sounds See HOLIDAYS on Page 16

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as the community gathers to celebrate this beloved annual event. Downtown merchants will be open for holiday shopping during the Main Street parade, with decorated floats, high school marching bands, and a special appearance by Santa Claus. And to top it off, the holiday entertainment and tree lighting ceremony will take place in front of the Museum on Main Street immediately following the parade. All businesses, families, individuals, groups, organizations and residential communities are encouraged to visit the Hometown Holiday Celebration website at www. hometownholiday.com or call 931-5352 for more information regarding parade entries. Parade entry applications are available on the website, and due by Nov. 23. Volunteers are needed for many aspects of this hometown celebration. If you are interested in being a part of this special holiday tradition, visit the website for a volunteer application or call 931-5352. High school students can earn Community Service hours at this event.

Shopping Center in Pleasanton will take place in the grand court from 5:30-7 p.m., with the menorah lighting at 6:30 p.m. The event will include holiday balloon fun, games, arts and crafts, dress-up, photo-ops, face painting and live music. Chanukah on Ice is set for Dec. 28 (5:307 p.m.) at Dublin Iceland. Skate to Jewish and Chanukah music, “Fire on Ice” menorah lighting (6:30 p.m.), kosher dinner concession stands, latkes and donuts. For more info, visit www.JewishTriValley. com or call 846-0700.

Valley Dance Theatre presents ‘The Nutcracker’ Valley Dance Theatre will present its 35th annual production of Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic, “The Nutcracker,” at 7 p.m. Fridays, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays, Dec. 10-18 at the Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. The Valley Dance Theatre Pit Orchestra will accompany these performances. Preperformance musical festivities will be led by the Cantabella Children’s Chorus at select performances. Tickets are $39, $21 for students 18 and younger. Call 373-6800 or go to www.livermoreperformingarts.org.

Chanukah celebrations

Valley Concert Chorale ‘Sing-It-Yourself Messiah’

The Chabad of the Tri-Valley has scheduled three Chanukah celebrations open to the entire community in late December. Chanukah Under the Stars will take place in front of the Bankhead Theater in Livermore from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Dec. 24. The menorah lighting will take place at 8 p.m., and the event will include live music, latkes, donuts and glow-in-the-dark fun for kids. Chanukah Wonderland at Stoneridge

Valley Concert Chorale will host its annual “Sing-it-Yourself Messiah” where the community is invited to sing Handel’s choral masterpiece at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 2 at Asbury United Methodist Church, 4743 East Ave., Livermore. The event is open to all singers in the community. Singers are encouraged to bring their own copy of “Messiah,” though there will be some copies available to borrow.

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Snow Queen Anna Mount greets the snowflakes in Valley Dance Theatre’s production of “The Nutcracker” during last year’s holiday season.

Tickets are $12. Call 866-4003 or go to www.valleyconcertchorale.org.

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The holiday season is typically filled with merriment, celebrations and long standing traditions. But many individuals and families who have lost a loved one feel lost, alone and overcome with sadness and anxiety. To help those who have experienced a loss, Hope Hospice is holding a Handling the Holidays Workshop from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on 2-4 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 8 at Hope Hospice, 6377 Clark Ave., Dublin.

Come to the Mony Nop Turkey Drop benefiting Tri-Valley Haven from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 20 in front of Livermore City Hall, 1052 So. Livermore Ave., Livermore. Drop off a frozen turkey, gift card, or cash donation to help a local family in need. For more information, contact Christine at 667-2707 or Christine@trivalleyhaven. org. To donate to Tri-Valley Haven’s Holiday Program, go to www.trivalleyhaven.org. See HOLIDAYS on Page 18

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on Wednesday, Dec. 14 at Museum on Main, 603 Main St. Crafts and activities will follow the reading time. No reservations required. Large groups or playgroups should call ahead. Free admission, donations always appreciated. Contact 4622776 or education@museumonmain.com.

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Santa at the Stoneridge Shopping Center It’s time for holiday photos with Santa. Children and families can visit Santa in Grand Court to capture treasured photos and share their holiday wishes. Santa will be at the Stoneridge Shopping Center now through Dec. 24. Don’t miss a special breakfast at California Pizza Kitchen and a special visit by Santa Claus on Sunday, Dec. 4. This event is for current Kidgits Club members only. Register your child for free at simon.com/kidgits or call 737-4100 for more information. Reservations required. Adult chaperones are $5 at the door. On Sunday, Dec. 4, Santa will provide a subdued and welcoming environment for children with special needs and their families. For more information, go to www.simon. com/mall/stoneridge-shopping-center/ news-and-events. And to submit your favorite Santa photos for the annual Pleasanton Weekly photo collage, email high-resolution photos to dciardelli@pleasantonweekly.com by noon Dec. 12. Include names of children in the photo, names of parents, where you ran into Santa, where you live, where the children attend school and anything else you think might be interesting in the caption.

Tri-Valley Prayer Breakfast Come to the 4th Annual CityServe Prayer Breakfast from 7-9 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 21 at DoubleTree by Hilton Pleasanton at the Club, 7050 Johnson Drive. Tim Sbranti, former mayor of Dublin, will be the emcee,

Jim Curry’s ‘A Rocky Mountain Christmas’ Acclaimed performer Jim Curry, whose compelling voice is heard in the CBS movie “Take Me Home: The John Denver Story,” performs his tribute to sold-out theaters throughout the country. Curry comes to the Firehouse Arts Center on Dec. 4 with shows at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. for a special holiday concert that includes many songs from Denver’s vast legacy of multi-platinum hits, plus holiday favorites for the whole family. For tickets, visit www. firehousearts.org

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Houses around Pleasanton are starting to get into the holiday mood with festive decorations. This house on Gray Fox Circle (shown here last year) has been a popular stop for people touring decorated homes in Pleasanton during the holidays.

with the opening ceremony by Camp Parks military personnel. Joining will be special guest speaker John Ortberg, author, speaker, and senior pastor of Menlo Church. Cost is $50. Go to cityservetrivalley.org/4thannualprayerbreakfast.

Plaza, Dublin. You will find a great selection of beautiful hardcover books in excellent condition, ideal for gift giving. Items are specially priced to stretch your holiday budget. Call 803-7252 or go to www.dublinfriends.org.

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Museum on Main Preschool Reading Time: Winter Wonderland

Come to the Friends of the Dublin Library Holiday Book Sale from noon-3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 3 at the Dublin Library, 200 Civic

Preschoolers ages 2-5 and their families are invited to meet for this free Winter Wonderland-themed reading time at 10 a.m.

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Family theater performed by local youth with their retelling of the classic musical, “The Sound of Music.” Performances run Dec. 9-18 at 7:30 p.m. Fridays, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays at the Amador Theater. For more information, visit www.firehousearts.org.

A New Orleans Christmas This heartwarming holiday show mixes the spirit of Christmas with the soul of New Orleans. The show (Dec. 10 at 8 p.m. at the Firehouse Arts Center) features the lively arrangements of seasonal favorites led by jazz trumpeter and Pleasanton native Jeff Bordes, along with a line-up of special guests and a blend of carols and jazzy flair.

T H I S H O L I DAY Cantabella Children’s Chorus presents ‘Let the Merry Bells Ring’ The international award-winning Cantabella Children’s Chorus will present their winter concert “Let the Merry Bells Ring” at 1 p.m. with the training choirs and selections by performing choirs, and at 4 p.m. with all performing choirs, on Saturday, Dec. 10 at Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, 1385 S. Livermore Ave., Livermore. Tickets are $18 in advance, $22 after Dec. 4. Children under 18 admitted free when accompanied by an adult. Go to cantabella.org/ tickets.

Sleep Train’s Toy Drive for Foster Kids and Photo Contest Christmas is an exciting time of year for most kids, but it can be difficult for foster children. They might be moving into an unfamiliar home, and many often worry if Santa will be able to find them. To ensure that every foster child wakes up with a gift on Christmas morning, Sleep Train is hosting its annual Toy Drive for Foster Kids now through Dec. 18. To help, donate new, unwrapped gifts at any Sleep Train. Visit www.sleeptrain.com to find your nearest store. Also enter Sleep Train’s annual photo contest. Snap a picture while donating and post it on Instagram with #SleepTrainSecretSanta in the caption or upload it to http://woobox.com/tr7oz9. One grand-prize winner will receive a holiday sleep essentials prize package, including an iPad mini.

‘A Heavenly Life’ The Livermore-Amador Symphony opens its 54th regular season with “A Heavenly Life” on Dec. 3 at 8:15 p.m. in Livermore. Conducted by music director Lara Webber, the concert will feature Mozart’s “Exsultate, Jubilate” and Mahler’s Symphony No. 4. Rising Star, with soprano Emily Helenbrook as the guest soloist for both of these joyful works. For more information, visit www. bankheadtheater.org or call 373-6800.

Family Concert The Livermore-Amador Symphony, in conjunction with the Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center, will present its second annual Family Concert, with free admission, on Dec. 3 at 3 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater Livermore. The performance will also feature fellow Bankhead resident companies Cantabella Children’s Chorus and Valley Dance Theatre.

Big Fat Year-End Kiss-Off Comedy Show The 24th annual Big Fat Year-End KissOff Comedy Show will feature an evening of pure yuks at the expense of the year 2016 on Dec. 28 at 8 p.m. at the Firehouse Arts Center. Stand-up, improvisation and loosely written sketches guaranteed to mock, scoff and taunt with taste, starring political satirists Will Durst, Debi Durst, Michael Bossier, Johnny Steele, Mari Magaloni and Arthur Gaus. The show is rated PG-13.

If you have an event you would like to see listed, or know of one we’ve left out, send event information to srhodes@pleasantonweekly.com or visit www.pleasantonweekly.com/calendar.

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Make gift personal with DIY labels Gift-wrapping doesn’t have to be generic

fter spending hours scouring stores for the perfect gift for each person on your list, the last thing you want to do is bury your thoughtful gesture in generic wrapping. Fortunately, with the right tools and a little creativity,

you can make your gift boxes just as personal as the gifts they contain. When you opt to create your own handmade gift labels, the options are nearly endless. If there are a large number of kids in your group, try making labels with pho-

tos instead of names so even the little ones who can’t read can get in on the fun when it’s time to hand out gifts. Or for a more crafty approach, look to one of these ideas from the crafting experts at Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores.

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Use paper trimmer to cut two 3-by-6-inch pieces of cardstock. Fold each piece of cardstock accordion style then fold in half to form fan. Adhere two pieces together to create rosette, and secure at center with twine. Using label maker punch, cut simple label. After punching tag, punch hang hole using hole punch at front of tool. Glue rosette to top of gift box and attach simple label with twine.

WOODEN BANNER GIFT TOPPER Use the punch for thick materials to cut banner pieces from wood veneer. Tie thick piece of ribbon around gift box, and adhere wooden banner pieces to top. Apply alphabet stickers to banner pieces to spell a festive word or gift recipient’s name.

BOW GIFT TOPPER Cut two simple labels out of cardstock using label punch and four banners out of cardstock using banner punch. Gently roll two simple labels in half, avoiding putting a crease in cardstock. Use scissors to trim flat end to match angled end. Align simple label on top of two banner labels, and trim flat end of banners to match angle of simple label. Adhere trimmed banner shapes to untrimmed banner shapes. Check that untrimmed banners extend beyond end of trimmed banners. Curl up points by wrapping cardstock around scissor blades or a pencil. Adhere two ends of simple labels together and glue to banner pieces to create bow loops.

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Get creative with your holiday wrapping to make the outside look as wonderful as the gift inside.

Use paper trimmer to cut small piece of cardstock for bow center. Gently roll in half and adhere.

Adhere bow sections together and attach to top of gift box. Q —Family Features

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Holiday presents that can reduce stress This year give the gift of relaxation

n top of the everyday stress of life, the holiday season can be one of the most hectic times of year. Unfortunately, all this additional stress can take its toll on the body, mind and soul. For those you love, make the holidays and beyond brighter with these gift ideas that help promote rest and relaxation, while alleviating tension, stress and anxiety.

YOGA CLASS Yoga is associated with a wealth of health benefits, including stress reduction. For seasoned yogis, consider assisting loved ones with their practice. Great yoga accessories and gear, or a gift certificate to a favorite studio would be much appreciated. For newbies, you might want to start smaller with a pass to one or two classes.

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But regular massage therapy can be expensive and time-consuming. Give a gift that keeps on giving with an at-home massage cushion that can be used daily as a self-care tool, such as M Cushion, which looks like a stylish designer pillow but offers four shiatsu massage nodes, soothing heat and comforting memory foam.

“The medical community increasingly views massage as a necessary tool for achieving optimal health, not just as an extravagance,” said Randi N. West, a licensed massage therapist. “And everyone — from desk workers to active individuals to moms who often report back pain from lifting children — can benefit from massage therapy in terms of injury prevention and improved exercise performance.” Research suggests the benefits of massage include reduced muscle tension, stress and pain; and an increase in serotonin and dopamine.

Busy work weeks can mean scrambling around in the evening to put dinner on the table. Your gift recipients may find themselves resorting to pizza delivery more often than they like. To help take the stress out of healthy weekday dinners, consider gifting a meal-kit plan to someone you love. This holiday season, look to healthy gifts that can help reduce stress in the lives of people you care about. Q —StatePoint

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KAITLIN GALLAGHER ‘Why not me?’

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Pleasanton native and cancer survivor Kaitlin Gallagher received the Tri-Valley Heroes Courage award for battling through cancer with optimism and using her experience to help others.

Hero FYI Kaitlin Gallagher has been a part-time nanny for twins for three years, beginning when they were 5 months old. She rides the bus to school every day and calls it a “reflective time,” although she also people-watches and said, “I could write a book about the people on the bus in San Francisco.” She joined a sorority, Alpha Gamma Delta, to meet more friends — and it worked. She does modern calligraphy, using a paint pen to write quotes on canvases to give to family and friends. One of her favorite quotes is: “Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass, it’s about learning how to dance in the rain.”

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going through something as dramatic as I did,” she said. “Just Kaitlin Gallagher, 21, a senior at San Francisco State Uni- waking up, having the courage to go to school, day-to-day tasks.” Last spring, after five years, Gallagher was declared a canversity, grew up in Pleasanton, enveloped in the love of her family — mom Luci, dad Kevin, sister Madison, now 19, cer survivor. At that time she launched a campaign to be the and brother Timmy, now 14, plus both sets of grandparents, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s 2016 Woman of the Year aunts, uncles and cousins. She attended Pleasanton schools in San Francisco, chosen according to the amount of money and played softball for 10 years with the Pleasanton Girls raised for the cause. “I won,” she reported. “I ended up raising $32,000.” Softball League, although she modestly recalled that she Gallagher is majoring in communications spent a lot of time on the bench. This normalcy came to a crashing halt ‘All of their courage is with a minor in marketing. She works at a public relations firm now but says her when, at 15 and a sophomore at Amador Valley High, Gallagher was diagnosed with why I am courageous, avocation will always be working with organizations that provide cancer research Stage 4 acute lymphoblastic leukemia. grants and patient services. Armed with optimism and determinathe strength they’ve “I think what has changed the most was tion, she never asked, “Why me?” but to live for today because tomorrow is not a instead, “Why not me?” as she endured 80 given me.’ given,” Gallagher said. “Live in the moment, days in the hospital with rounds of chebeing present in everything you do — bemotherapy, spinal taps, blood transfusions, Kaitlin Gallagher, cause you just never know.” biopsies, a frustrating double port, and pills, Tri-Valley Hero Another way Gallagher was typical in her pills and more pills. Family and friends helped her fight, she said, visiting her youth was in her fear of public speaking. “I even almost flunked the freshman year speech proficiency frequently at UCSF children’s hospital, as did her parish priest. She was able to return to Pleasanton in the middle of her treat- test,” she said with a laugh. Now she relishes the chance to stand in front of an audiment to be confirmed in the Catholic Church. Gallagher responded well to treatment, and she was back at ence and inspire others to give money toward cancer awareAmador that November for her junior year. She credits her fam- ness and research. “I started loving it when I had a story to tell and I could help ily, friends and faith for giving her courage. “I think it was definitely my upbringing, surrounded by all others with my words,” she said. Q my extended family being in Pleasanton, the sense of community Pleasanton has,” she said. “All of their courage is why I am courageous, the strength they’ve given me through my times of weakness.” She not only faced her cancer battle courageously, but she inspires others to show courage, with frequent speeches and appearances at fundraisers. A favorite speech was given in the lantern-lit darkness at the 24-hour Relay for Life at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, which her longtime boyfriend Cody Shields, a Foothill grad, attends. Gallagher noted that courage is necessary for MARIELLE HAYES small challenges as well as Gallagher was pleased to find Oakland photographer Marielle Hayes to do portraits of her as she large. “You don’t have to be fought cancer — and won.

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Sports PLEASANTON PREPS BY DENNIS MILLER

Foothill’s Gallagher leads the way for local All-EBAL selections Also: Season to remember for Amador Valley girls water polo Foothill’s 35-7 loss to California in the first round of the North Coast Section Division I playoffs last weekend brought the end of the season to high school football in Pleasanton, but the Falcons, along with several players from Amador Valley, were honored when the East Bay Athletic League awards were handed out. Foothill finished 6-5 overall and 6-2 in the EBAL, qualifying for the

playoffs despite fighting through a lot of injuries and a depletion of skill players to graduation from the previous year’s league champion. Amador, under first-year coach Danny Jones, was decimated by injuries, finishing 3-7 and 3-5, but still fought hard and missed the playoffs by just one game. The lone first-team All-EBAL player between the two Pleasanton teams was Foothill senior offensive

lineman Brennen Gallagher. Max Moore of Amador was picked as a second-team lineman. Ben Wooldridge of Foothill was a second-team pick at quarterback, and Amador’s Ndem Okoro was second-team at receiver. Honorable mentions on offense for the two schools all came on the offensive line. Dylan Walsh and Zach Walsh were selected from Foothill, and Alex Crepeau and Jordan Urquhart were picked from Amador. On defense, second-team selections were highlighted by selection of Okoro at defensive back. Patrick Mackle of Foothill and Crepeau were picked on the defensive line. Brandon Larson of Amador was a second team pick at linebacker. Adam Ashley of Amador and Michael Easter of Foothill were honorable mention (HM) picks at defensive back. Jake Jackson of Foothill was tabbed at HM as a specialist. On the defensive line, Dylan Walsh and Noah Burke of Foothill joined Moore as HM selections. Finally, Tore Wiley and Jason Severance were also picked on the HM team.

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Max Moore of Amador (57) was an All-EBAL selection at both offensive and defensive line.

It was a benchmark season for the Amador Valley girls water polo team as the Dons finished third for

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Brennen Gallagher (53) of Foothill was a first-team All-EBAL selection on the offensive line.

the first time ever, posting a 7-2 EBAL record and an overall mark of 18-7. The result was an NCS berth for the Dons, and although the season ended with an 18-8 loss to eventual second-place finisher Miramonte, it was still a season to remember. For starters, it was the second straight appearance for the Dons in the quarterfinals, and they scored eight times against one of the most consistent teams in the section. The scoring came from Mia Battilega (three goals), Talia Florio (two), Nikki White (two) and Lauren Coching (one). Throughout the year, the Dons got inspired efforts from seniors Battilega, Coching, Florio, Meg McGregor, Miara Pipe, Lauren Mulligan and Nikki White. “This senior class has been the core of the growing success of our program,” coach Tim Reilly said. “They’ve helped lay the ground-

work for future classes to continue to grow the Amador program.”

Winter sports The days are shorter and the nights are about to get chilly — at least in a California way — which can only mean one thing: It’s soccer season! It’s time for winter sports and we want to make sure you get all your athletes the recognition they deserve. In a time where daily newspapers have all but punted local coverage other than De La Salle, we at the Pleasanton Weekly want to keep the coverage coming. Please send me the results for your week by Sunday afternoon and we’ll make sure to get it in the paper each week. We also welcome pictures each week, and all we need is an identification of the athletes and who took the picture. Send your information to me at acesmag@aol.com. Q

Amador Valley cheer team headed to nationals The Amador Valley cheer competition team won the Intermediate Small Division at the USA Regional Competition in Tracy on Nov. 6. They also qualiﬁed to compete in nationals, set for March in Anaheim. Team members are (top, from left) Ashely Boxberger, Emily Mercer, Kaitlyn McGarrity, Cassie Jacobs, coach DaniAMY FULMER elle Butler, Hannah Jacobs, Melia Storey and Lilly Braas, (middle, from left) Elise Zurcher, Carsyn Gilbert and Mary Hinek, and (bottom, from left) Katherine Jackson, McKenna Shaffer and Kayla Fulmer. Page 24 • November 18, 2016 • Pleasanton Weekly

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Amador stunt group wins at regionals The stunt group from the Amador Valley cheer team took ﬁrst place at the USA Regional Competition Nov. 6 in Tracy, qualifying the girls for nationals in Anaheim in March. Team members (from left) are Kaitlyn McGarrity, Ashely Boxberger, Melia Storey, Emily Mercer and Mary Hinek.

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‘THE SPIRITUALITY OF ADVENT’ Father Tom Bonacci will present “The Spirituality of Advent: Reflections from the Gospel of St. Matthew” at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 28 at Lynnewood United Methodist Church, 4444 Black Ave. The program will survey the splendor and the challenges of the Advent Season using the first two chapters of Matthew as a text, and including advent prayers. Call 8460221 or go to www.lynnewood.org.

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1566 WETMORE DRIVE, LIVERMORE

BlaiseLofland.com | PLEASANTON 900 Main Street VINEYARD ESTATE

2307 VINEYARD HEIGHTS LANE, PLEASANTON

CHATEAU COUNTRY ESTATES

Don't Miss This Very Private Vineyard Estate on Approximately One Acre in the Heart of the Historic Livermore Valley's Wine Country. This 6-year Old Quality Built and Exceptional Universal Designed Custom Home Has Won an AIA Architectural Award (Architect, Erick Mikitin), is Sustainable, Solar Powered and Surrounded by Acres of Protected Open Space and Vineyards with Views of the Surrounding Hillsides! Indoor Living (Great Room) Meets Outdoor Living (Expansive Deck) by Way of Large Multi-Slider Window Wall. Four Bedrooms, Large Multi-Purpose Room (Possible 5th), Four Bathrooms and approximately 5007 Total Square Feet, Includes Pool House and Private Separate Attached Guest Quarters. Beautiful Grounds Includes Fitness Pool. As an Added Bonus this Property is Handicap Friendly. For More Information & Photos Please Visit 1566wetmore.com. For a Private Showing Contact the Blaise Loﬂand Real Estate Group. Call for more information!

Don’t Miss this Quality Built Chateau Country Estates Home by Greenbriar Homes! Located at the Gateway to Livermore Valleys Wine Country, Its Only 7 years Young and on a Quiet Court! This Beautiful (.35 Acre) Property Backs to Vineyards and Has Views of Mount Diablo! It’s a Spacious and Well Maintained Home with a Large Gourmet Kitchen Which Includes Granite & Stainless Steel Appliances. The Kitchen Joins with Family Room Area for Great Room Concept with Beautiful Wood Flooring. There are 4 Bedrooms Plus Bonus Room (Possible 5th with Adjoining Private Bath), Private Office and 4 Full Baths, Plus Separate Guest Quarters with Own Address(#2309)- Over the 3-Car Garage. The Private Guest Quarters Are Great for In-Laws, Au Pair or Guests. Total Living Space is 4737 Square Feet. Large Private Backyard and Side Courtyard Area with Automatic Security Gate Too! Convenient to Ruby Hill Country Club. For a Private Showing Call the Blaise Loﬂand Real Estate Group and go to 2307vineyardheights.com for more information.

OFFERED AT $2,695,000

OFFERED AT $2,089,000

2479 RIVERS BEND CIRCLE, LIVERMORE

ARROYO CROSSINGS

4455 ENTRADA DRIVE, PLEASANTON

Just a Short Walk to Beautiful Downtown Livermore from this Newer Highly Upgraded 3,020 Square Foot Arroyo Crossings Built by O'Brien Homes in 2010. Five Bedroom, Three Bathroom Home. This Impeccably Maintained Home is Adjacent to Robertson Park and Backs to Open Space with Views of the Surrounding Hillsides & Trees. Beautiful & Professionally Landscaped Grounds Includes Water Feature and Privacy! Hardwood Floors, Crown Molding, Plantation Shutters and Many More PENDING Upgrades! Gourmet Kitchen/Great Room with Granite Counters & Stainless Steel Appliances. Quick In & Out Commute to 580 Via Isabel Avenue. Conveniently Located Near Livermore Valley Wineries, The New Outlet Mall, Ruby Hill Country Club, Area Golf Courses and Less Than One Mile to Downtown Livermore! To Schedule a Private Showing, Call the Blaise Loﬂand Real Estate Group!

Single Level on Premium .28-Acre Lot with Pool in Excellent Downtown Location. Original Condition InsideNeeds Your Self-directed Upgrades. Don’t Miss this Great Opportunity to Do It Your Way and Get in at a Great Price Point with Low Interest Rates & Property Taxes. Three Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms and 2,000 Square Feet (plus patio room) on One Level. Large Family Room and Formal Dining Room. Spacious Private Rear Yard with In-Ground Pool. Call The Blaise Loﬂand Real Estate Group for a Private Showing.

OFFERED AT $1,095,000

OFFERED AT $949,000

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DOWNTOWN PRICE REDUCTION!

OPEN SAT 10AM-1PM

Helping Sellers and Buyers in the Tri-Valley CHARMING DOWNTOWN PLEASANTON REDUCED TO $890,000 BEST DEAL IN DOWNTOWN!!!!

JUST SOLD WEST PLEASANTON

OPEN THIS WEEKEND SAT 11 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3PM & SUN 1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4PM 7527 Maywood Drive, Pleasanton

Rarely available 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, 1884 sq. ft. in one of the best locations in the Stoneridge Townhomes. Upgrades PUJS\KL ILH\[PM\S OHYK^VVK Ă&#x2026;VVYZ K\HS WHUL ^PUKV^Z J\Z[VT vinyl shutters, granite counters and more. Enjoy a private rear yard with garden and access the greenbelt, pools and club house.

SOLD FOR $753,000

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JUST SOLD CARRIAGE HILLS

269 Kottinger Drive, Pleasanton

Oh so charming Downtown Pleasanton Cape Cod bungalow on a quiet lane near shops, restaurants, and farmers market. This 4 bedroom and 2 bath home was built in 1954 and was lovingly rebuilt by the current owner with permitted add on. The home is now 1,703 sq. ft. sitting on just under a 6,000 sq. ft. lot. Very charming inside and out with a gorgeous garden in the back.

424 Matthew h Court, Pleasanton l

LISTED AT $890,000

SOLD FOR $1,890,000 | REPRESENTED BUYERS

Beautiful Custom home in Carriage Hills, located in a court in South Pleasanton. Enjoy 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, 3220 sq. ft. on an 1/2 acre lot, built in 2000.

JUST SOLD DEL PRADO

TESTIMONIAL â&#x20AC;&#x153;Julia was our agent when buying a single family home in Pleasanton. We had just moved from Boston and Julia helped us understand the Pleasanton neighborhoods DQG ZKDW ZLOO ZRUN EHVW IRU XV DV D IDPLO\ ,W LV GLÍżFXOW FRPLQJ WR WKH %D\ $UHD IURP D UHDO HVWDWH SHUVSHFWLYH EXW -XOLD PDGH WKH WUDQVLWLRQ PXFK HDVLHU IRU XV 6KH ZDV OLNH D IULHQG WKURXJK WKH HQWLUH SURFHVV DQG DOZD\V DYDLODEOH WR OLVWHQ WR RXU FRQFHUQV DV ZHOO DV JXLGH XV WKURXJK VRPH WULFN\ QHJRWLDWLRQV ,Q -XOLD ZH KDYH IRXQG D IULHQG WKDW ZH ZLOO UHDFK RXW WR DOZD\V HYHQ WKRXJK ZH KDYH ERXJKW D KRXVH IRU JXLGDQFH DQG DGYLFH :H KLJKO\ UHFRPPHQG KHU DV DQ DJHQW IRU DQ\RQH ORRNLQJ WR EX\ RU VHOO D KRXVH in Pleasanton. Thanks Julia!!â&#x20AC;? K. Kapoor, Oct. 2016

1729 Paseo Del Cajon, Pleasanton

Desirable Del Prado neighborhood. Walk to schools & downtown. Upgraded with remodeled kitchen & baths, vaulted JLPSPUN ZWHJPV\Z VWLU Ă&#x2026;VVY WSHU HUK H HJYL SV[ ;OPZ OVTL has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and 1572 sgft of living space.

SOLD FOR $940,000 | REPRESENTED BUYERS

JUST LISTED

PENDING SALE

Carmel Living in Pleasanton!

Del Prado

Incredible private gated estate on 1 Acre with vineyard, detached work shop, & more! $2,500,000

Upgraded & remodeled 4 BR, 2.5 BTH home with granite kitchen, hardwood ďŹ&#x201A;oors, and more! $1,039,000

JUST SOLD

7443 Palm Court

9647 Crosby Drive

Charming remodeled 4 BR, 2.5 BTH home with designer upgrades & premium location $1,065,000

Incredible custom home in canyon setting with pool, views, privacy, and upgrades throughout! $2,360,000

Pleasanton Market Update Typical Autumn Pattern The real estate market in Pleasanton is behaving in a pretty typical way for this time of year. Inventory is lower, as fewer people try to sell their homes. Demand, however, is still healthy, especially in the $1 million to $2 million segment where homes were listed for an average of only 17 days during October. Time on the market increased during the month for homes priced above and below that range. Pricing remained steady but homes sold for less than their asking price, on average, for the fourth consecutive month. The uncertainty of the election may have played a role in keeping a lid on activity but now that it is over, I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t expect any drawn out effects. Inventory fell by eleven units in October, form 90 at the end of September to 79 at the end of October. 77 homes were actively listed a year ago. Demand was strong, however, evidenced by the increase in both pending and closed sales. 60 sales went to contract during October, eight more than in September and one more than in October 2015. Closed sales were up 26%, from 43 in September to 53 in October. October ended with a 1.3 month supply relative to pending sales, down from 1.7 months at the end of September ... Go to www.680homes.com to read the rest of this article.

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DUBLIN $745,000 Sat/Sun 1 - 4 7596 Ashford Way Charming Dublin House! 4 BD/2 BA Single Story Features Remdled Kit,Updtd BA’s,Wood Flrs, Recessed Lighting,Spac/Priv Bkyd Suzanne Bieser CalBRE #01355940 925.699.3884

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$850,000 TRACY $635,000 19364 W Grant Line Rd 735 N Pergola Ct JUST LISTED ~ In Tracy A Must See!! Move-In Ready! 4 BD/3.5 BA Stunning Remodeled Kit,Great Room w/ 4 BD/3 BA Loc on Cul-De-Sac features upgraded kit FP,High Ceilings,Den,Lrg DR, Fresh Pnt Int/Ext & More cabs,grnt cnter,SS appliances,BD dwnstrs & More! Nancy Terpening Barbara Clemons CalBRE #00380392 925.570.4003 CalBRE #01794889 408.933.8180

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500 Honey Lake Court $1,248,000 Gorgeous Home in Shadow Creek 4 BD/3 BA Grmt Ktchn w/Hdwd Flrs. Full BDRM/BA on First Flr, Gorgeous lndscpg ent bkyd. Must See! Terry Kim CalBRE#01363454 925.847.2259

3551 Cydonia Court $1,068,000 Backs to the Hills & Open Space! 4 BD/2 full + 5 half BA Only 4 Years NEW! Lovely Hillside Views, Large Kitchen/Family Combo + Living Room Area. Suzanne Bieser CalBRE#01355940 925.699.3884

930 Verona Avenue $699,000 “A Great Value in Sunset West” 4 BD/2 BA Spacious w/Lrg Bonus Rm, Priv. Bk Yrd, Sparkling PooL. Near beautiful dwntwn Livermore! Thomas Ivarson CalBRE#01242205 925.200.3600

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11446 Marwick Drive $1,295,000 “Large Lot~ View ~Atchd In-Law Apt” 6 BD/3.5 BA Gorgeous Remodeled Home w/Valley Views on Priv Lot. 2 BD APT as In-Law/Income Producing. Suzanne Bieser CalBRE#01355940 925.699.3884

2651 Cowan Way $1,299,000 Livermore Wine Country Home 5 BD/4 BA Elegant & Unique Home that bks to Vineyards w/ Majestic Views, Grmt Kit,Frml DR, FP & More! Andy Knuth CalBRE#01896749 925.984.3262

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