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California's homelessness crisis: The precarious poverty of the working poor and seniors

By HeyWire AI

AUniversity of California, San Francisco study released Tuesday—the largest and most comprehensive investigation of the causes and consequences of homelessness in California since the mid-1990s—found that, for most of the study participants, the cost of housing had simply become unsustainable, especially for Black and brown seniors.

Dr. Margot Kushel, director of the University of California, San Francisco Benioff Homelessness and Housing Initiative and the lead researcher of the study, said that many Californians were working and living in poverty until they lost their homes. “Something goes wrong, and then everything else falls apart,” she said.

Researchers looked at eight California counties,

including Los Angeles, to study both rural and urban homelessness, surveyed nearly 3,200 people and conducted 365 in-depth interviews. They found that the state’s homeless population is aging, with 47% of all adults aged 50 or older, and that Black and Native Americans are dramatically overrepresented. Contrary to myths of homeless migration, most were Californians: 90% of participants lost their last housing in California and 75% of participants live in the same county as where they were last housed. Nine out of 10 spent time unsheltered since they became homeless. The median length of homelessness was 22 months.

Furthermore, one in five of those surveyed entered homelessness from an insti-

tution. Of those who hadn’t been in an institution, the majority (60%) had attempted to forestall homelessness by doubling up with family or friends. Participants were disconnected from the job market and services, but almost half were looking for work.

When asked about help sought to avoid homelessness, “People were like, ‘What? What help?’” Kushel said.

Participants had also experienced multiple forms of trauma throughout their life, increasing their vulnerability to homelessness and contributing to their mental health and substance use challenges. Two-thirds reported current mental health symptoms and more than a third experienced physical or sexual violence during this episode of home-

Prosecution rests in trial of man accused in

decade-old SJ murder

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The prosecution rested Tuesday and defense testimony began in the trial of a man accused of gunning down a San Jacinto resident in an ambush-style revenge attack. Abram Daniel Palacios, 35, of San Jacinto, is charged with first- degree murder, a special circumstance allegation of lying in wait and sentence- enhancing gun and great bodily injury allegations for the 2013 slaying of 23-year-old Ivan Ibarra Carrillo.

The defendant's half-brother, 50-year-old Juan Javier Mejia of Palm Springs, was convicted in 2016 of identical charges and was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.

Following nearly a week of testimony, prosecutors called their final witness Tuesday, after which the defense opened its case.

Riverside County Superior Court Judge F. Paul Dickerson ordered jurors to return to the Southwest Justice Center in Murrieta Wednesday morning to hear additional evidence. Closing arguments are expected by Friday.

lessness. More than a third had visited an Emergency Department in the prior six months. One in five who used substances reported that they wanted substance use treatment—but couldn’t get it.

Substance use is also more complicated than

some might think. "The participants described how heavy substance use contributed to losing their homes, but also how methamphetamine usage allowed them to stay alert to protect themselves from assault or theft," wrote LA Times columnist Anita Chabria.

homelessness.

AG Bonta announces $3.8M settlement against Riverside nursing facility accused of paying illegal kickbacks to doctors

By Staff

California Attorney General Rob Bonta, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Justice, announced Wednesday a $3.8 million settlement with a Riverside skilled nursing facility, Alta Vista Healthcare & Wellness Centre (Alta Vista), and its management company, Rockport Healthcare Services (Rockport), to resolve allegations of Medi-Cal fraud. The defendants are accused of violating the federal Anti-Kickback Statute and False Claims Act, as well as the California False Claims Act, by paying illegal kickbacks to doctors to encourage them to refer Medicaid and Medi-Cal patients to Alta Vista. As part of this settlement, the United States will receive $2.8 million and California will receive $596,700, based on the proportion of losses to state and federal funds.

“Decisions that affect patient health should be made solely on the basis of a patient’s best interest,” said Bonta. “When a healthcare company cheats and offers kickbacks to

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The study authors made several recommendations for easing homelessness, including increasing access to affordable housing and to access to low barrier mental health, substance use, and harm reduction services during episodes of

A homeless encampment with the top of LA City Hall in the background. | Photo by Russ Allison Loar (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)

CALENDAR

June 23

‘Immersive Disney Animation’

Lighthouse ArtSpace Los Angeles | 6400 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028 |June 23-Sept. 3 | lighthouseimmersive.com

Walt Disney Animation Studios has joined forces with the creators behind “The Original Immersive Van Gogh” to present the music and artistry within Disney Animation’s canon of films—from hits of today like “Encanto,”“Zootopia” and “Frozen,” to all of the classics including “The Lion King,” “Peter Pan” and “Pinocchio.” Additional interactive features within the projection show include responsive floor projection design that moves with the audience and custom bracelets that light up in sync with the projections and based on the audiences’ movements through the galleries. In a particularly show-stopping moment, the Gazillion Bubbles special effects team fills the 500,000 cubic feet of galleries with bubbles.

June 24

‘Imagined Wests’ Exhibition Opening And Concert

The Autry | 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA 90027 | June 24 | theautry.org

The Autry celebrates the opening of its newest long-term exhibition, “Imagined Wests,” exploring how stories of the American West are depicted in pop culture, clothing, toys, art, and other media. A Gaby Moreno concert kicks off the opening. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.

June 25

OC Record Show

UFCW Union Hall | 8530 Stanton Ave. Buena Park, CA 90620 | June 25 | www.ocrecordshow.com

Husband and wife duo Ryan and Cynthia Blauvelt are now officially the owners of The OC Record Show. 20 years experience in the record community with events such as Music Taste Good music festival, The Record Swap at Alex’s Bar, record pop ups at local bars and breweries just to name a few.

June 26

Country Line Dancing

The Pour House | 405 S. Myrtle Ave., Monrovia, CA 91016 | June 26 | eventbrite.com

Put on your cowboy boots for line dancing starting at 6 p.m. If you’re not familiar with line dancing, there are lessons starting at 7 p.m. for $8. There are also pool tables, music, drinks and food.

June 27

Moonlight Movies On The Beach: 'Stand By Me'

Granada Beach: | 5000 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90803 | June 27 | moonlightmoviesonthebeach.com

The movie starts at sunset and you can either pack a picnic or enjoy local food trucks and Kettle corn vendors on site.

Immersive Disney Animation. | Photo by Kyle Flubacker

Statewide information-sharing agreement targets retail crime, AG says

By City News Service

law enforcement, California Attorney General Rob Bonta said.

"The fact is, we are stronger when we work together as a united front," Bonta said in a statement. "Organized retail crime costs businesses, retailers and consumers — and puts the public at risk. This new partnership signals a robust and genuine commitment shared by the retail marketplace and law enforcement to crack down on these crimes.

Home Depot locations, cargo trucks that had departed from Microsoft shipping facilities and cargo containers on idle trains in downtown Los Angeles.

In 2022, California passed into law a package of legislation to address retail crime. Bonta said the new agreement advances the intent and purpose of the legislation, which includes:

reporting tool managed by the AG's office that provides the public with a mechanism for reporting organized retail theft.

"eBay is committed to providing a secure online shopping experience to millions of people globally and has been very serious about battling stolen goods," Zhi Zhou, the chief risk officer for eBay, said.

Retailers and online marketplaces throughout California have signed an information-sharing agreement that targets organized retail crime, which causes billions of dollars in losses each year, officials announced Tuesday.

Organized retail crime

refers to large-scale theft and fraud by individuals or groups that steal retail goods with the intent to resell, distribute or return stolen merchandise for financial gain. In some cases, resale may occur through eBay and other online platforms.

According to a 2020

survey, retailers nationwide lose about $700,000 to organized retail crime per every $1 billion in sales. In the agreement, the parties agree to take steps aimed at increasing the detection and reporting of organized retail crime, as well as improved collaboration with

Today's announcement demonstrates California's resilience and tenacity in tackling these challenges within our state," Bonta continued. "Whether it is law enforcement, online marketplaces or retailers — we will not tolerate organized retail crime in our state."

In recent years, organized theft groups have targeted Apple Store and

-- Senate Bill 301, which provides threshold requirements for marketplaces to collect and store information related to third party high-volume sellers and consistent with California privacy laws, and requires online marketplaces to suspect future sales activities of high-volume thirdparty sellers who are not in compliance with these reporting requirements; and

-- Assembly Bill 1700, which creates an online

"We have zero tolerance for criminal activity on our platform and are proud to support Attorney General Bonta and other online marketplaces in this effort to curtail organized retail theft and support criminal prosecutions against those who try to use our platform to sell stolen goods."

The online portal for the public to submit complaints and tips can be found at oag.ca.gov/retailtheft.

House Speaker McCarthy vows action on abuse of visa program

By Paul Anderson, City News Service

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy met in Santa Ana Friday with Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer and several local congressional representatives, and said he will pursue holding up money for Homeland Security next week if the agency doesn't crack down on the abuse of visas in Chile by people who come to the United States and burglarize homes, then jump bail when caught.

McCarthy said he was alerted to the so-called "burglary tourism" problem when Spitzer, who served as McCarthy's whip in the state Assembly when they were state lawmakers, texted him.

"I'm here today because of a challenge we have here in America," McCarthy said at a news conference outside the district attorney's offices. "I'm here because of an old friend I served with in the state Assembly."

Part of the problem

is that due to an agreement between the U.S. and Chile, anyone applying for a tourist passport does not have to undergo a criminal background check. Instead, they are asked if they have a criminal history, "and obviously they lie," Rep. Young Kim, R-Mission Viejo, said.

The burglary rings are sophisticated and make use of uniforms, camouflage and tools to jam home security systems, McCarthy said. Then they launder the stolen goods through banks in China, he added.

McCarthy, R-Bakersfield, said new laws aren't needed. He said Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and Secretary of State Antony Blinken already have the authority to crack down on the abuse of the visa program but have so far not done anything.

"My concern is they have not taken the action," McCarthy said.

McCarthy did not

directly respond when he was asked if he had been briefed about reported plans Homeland Security was negotiating with Chile to address the abuse of the visas, but he said, "Why hasn't (Mayorkas) briefed Congress about it?"

McCarthy acknowledged that local congressional Democrats have also supported addressing the issue with Chile. McCarthy said even if Biden administration officials were working on a plan they should still suspend Chile's participation in the program because it would apply pressure on the country to crack down on the abuse.

Mayorkas "shouldn't sit around till the negotiations are done," McCarthy said.

Rep. Ken Calvert, R-Corona, who serves on the appropriations committee, said he will press Mayorkas to do something about the visa abuse.

Spitzer complained that

"100 percent" of the burglars who are arrested and charged fail to show up for court after they are released without having to post bail because authorities cannot access any criminal backgrounds on the defendants.

"They're let out on zero bail and guess what? One hundred percent of the Chileans we have charged,

100% are no-shows at future appearances," Spitzer said.

"Big shocker."

One victim, whose name was not released at the news conference, said her family had home security and house sitters watch their residence when they left town and were still victimized.

"We had lost much

financially, but we also lost our sense of security," she said. "I feel like I'm living a nightmare."

Rep. Michelle Steel, R-Cypress, said the federal government could replace Chile with another country in the special visa program such as Uruguay if Chile won't reform its participation.

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy speaks at a press conference June 16, flanked by, from left, Rep. Ken Calvert, OC District Attorney Todd Spitzer and Rep. Michelle Steel. | Photo courtesy of Kevin McCarthy/Twitter

An retail goods warehouse. | Photo by seventyfourimages/Envato Elements

Los Angeles

Pasadena

Suspected drunk driver killed in crash evading CHP ID'd

The coroner's office Monday released the name of a suspected drunken driver killed after a vehicle pursuit with the California Highway Patrol that ended in a crash involving at least two other cars. Thirty-three-year-old Jesse Ramirez died at the scene, the coroner's office said. The initial call was at 12:06 a.m. Sunday regarded a possible DUI driver on the northbound Arroyo Seco Parkway approaching Fair Oaks Avenue in South Pasadena, the CHP reported. The crash occurred at about 12:45 a.m. at Glenarm Street, where the freeway ends. Three vehicles were involved with five people injured in the crash, the Pasadena Fire Department reported.

Glendale

Glendale receives part of $17K for community program

Make some noise for bicyclists in Los Angeles. BikeLA has received nearly $17,000 from the Southern California Association of Governments for two programs that will benefit bicyclists in Los Angeles and Glendale. Through the 2023 Go Human Community Hubs Grant Program, Bike Central LA and Walk Bike Glendale will receive funds to improve the biking services they offer. Bike Central LA, Bike LA's newest chapter, will use the funds for its new program called Operation Elephant. It is a program designed to distribute loud digital bike horns for bicyclists in the high-injury network. The horns will be distributed in East Hollywood, Westlake, downtown Los Angeles and

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Burbank

Man killed in Golden State Freeway crash identified

A 30-year-old man who was killed in a multi-vehicle crash on the Golden State (5) Freeway in Burbank was identified Tuesday by county authorities. The Los Angeles County Coroner's office identified the victim as Mario Liborio Aguilar. His city of residency was not immediately known. The crash occurred at about 3:05 a.m. Saturday on the northbound freeway, east of Burbank Boulevard, the California Highway Patrol reported. The crash involved at least four vehicles, the CHP said. According to the coroner's office, Aguilar died from multiple blunt traumatic injuries.

Long Beach

CHP nabs stolen vehicle suspect after short foot pursuit in Long Beach

A California Highway Patrol officer suffered minor injuries Sunday chasing down a suspect who was driving a stolen vehicle before crashing it off the Artesia (91) Freeway in Long Beach, authorities said. The officer was taken to a hospital with minor injuries, CHP Officer Stephan Brandt said. The CHP officer spotted the stolen vehicle at 1:43 a.m. going westbound on the 91 Freeway near Long Beach Boulevard and attempted a routine traffic stop, Brandt said. A short pursuit began, and the suspect crashed the vehicle at 1:47 a.m., near the Long Beach Boulevard off-ramp, then ran onto some surface streets, he said. The suspect was quickly taken into custody.

Orange County

Orange County

Motorcyclist crashes into utility box, dies in Santa Ana

A motorcyclist was killed in a crash with a utility box in Santa Ana Sunday, authorities said. The Santa Ana Police Department received multiple calls regarding a traffic collision in the area of Dyer Road and Bradford Place around 7:52 a.m. Sunday. Police and the Orange County Fire Authority responded to the scene and found a man down in the eastbound lanes of Dyer, west of Bradford. OCFA personnel pronounced him dead at the scene. Based on the preliminary investigation, police said it appeared that no other vehicle was involved in the crash.

Anaheim

One of 4 tickets with 5 SuperLotto Plus numbers sold in Anaheim

There were no tickets sold with all six numbers in Wednesday evening's SuperLotto Plus drawing and the estimated jackpot for Saturday's drawing is $68 million. There were four tickets sold with five numbers, but missing the Mega number, including one each at a gas station in South Gate and a market in Anaheim. They are each worth $11,896, the California Lottery announced. The numbers drawn Wednesday night were 2, 14, 24, 44, 47 and the Mega number was 7. The jackpot was $67 million. The drawing was the 61st since the last time a ticket with all six numbers was sold.

Riverside

Riverside County

Man, 20, charged with firing at vehicle, throwing bottles

Felony charges were filed Tuesday against a 20-yearold man suspected of throwing bottles at a woman, then firing his gun into an occupied vehicle in an unincorporated area of Riverside County near North Shore. David Lemus of North Shore was charged with one felony count of shooting at a vehicle and three felony counts of assault with a deadly weapon to cause great bodily injury, according to court records. He was set to be arraigned Tuesday afternoon at the Larson Justice Center in Indio. Patrol units of the Thermal sheriff's station responded at 6:24 p.m. May 19 near Bay Drive and Miramar Drive to a report of a shooting at an occupied vehicle, according to Sgt. David Koedyker of the Riverside County Sheriff's Department.

Riverside

Arson suspect arrested in Riverside

Riverside firefighters .knocked down a secondalarm warehouse fire Sunday in Riverside. The fire ignited at a warehouse at 1782 Third St. at 11 a.m., according to the department. Witnesses told firefighters they saw a person starting the fire. Arson investigators found the person and placed him under arrest. No injuries were reported. Anyone with information on the fire was asked to call the fire department at 951-8265321.

Corona

Colton man arrested in Norco on suspicion of armed robbery in Corona

A 33-year-old man from Colton was arrested in Norco on suspicion of robbing someone at gunpoint in a business in the unincorporated area near Corona

known as Home Gardens, authorities said Saturday. The robbery was reported at around 7 p.m. Friday in a business located in the 12700 block of Magnolia Avenue, the Riverside County Sheriff's Department announced. The suspect, identified as Robert Jordan Silvas, was described as a 33- year-old man wearing a black hat, black jacket, white shirt, dark pants and dark shoes. He allegedly entered the business armed with a handgun and demanded the victim's jewelry and cash before fleeing in a white sedan.

San Bernardino

San Bernardino County

Regional Parks announces exciting summertime events in San Bernardino County

Regional Parks are excited about their summertime programs and wants you to join them for their upcoming events. On Monday, June 26, at Calico Ghost Town in Yermo, experience a ghost town campfire and s’mores in our campground amphitheater from 8 through 10 p.m. They encourage anyone attending to dress comfortably and bring items such as chairs, blankets and/or your own refreshments. All ages are welcome. All supplies will be provided while they last. Also, don’t forget that their parks are pet friendly. Parking is $10 per vehicle and includes the cost of event admission. For those camping with them, the events are free. For more information about any one of our events and park locations, visit parks.sbcounty.gov or follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

San Bernardino

San Bernardino Public Works ‘Tiger Team’ spruces up Nunez Park

This week, the city of San Bernardino Public Works "Tiger Team" descended upon Nunez Park to provide some needed repairs and upgrades to the facility. In less than one day, the bleachers were touched up with paint, all utility poles and light poles were painted, new trash cans were installed, decorative rock was added to landscape beds, trees were planted, and a general clean-up of the area took place. More upgrades will be coming next week to some of the turf areas (which will be converted to droughttolerant landscaping) and a muralist will be adding some vibrant art as well. The "Tiger Team" is part of the Operations and Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department. It is led by the City’s Downtown Beautification team along with members of the City graffiti removal crew.

Ontario

City of Ontario to require permits for parking oversized vehicles

The City of Ontario recognizes its citizens enjoy outdoor activities. The city of Ontario’s Ordinance 3231 (Oversize Vehicle Parking) is designed to provide residents with temporary parking for oversized vehicles. And beginning on July 1, 2023, a permit is required and must be displayed to park oversized vehicles on a public street. An oversize vehicle is defined as any vehicle, motorized or nonmotorized, that exceeds 20 feet in length or exceeds 80 inches in width or 78 inches in height or that weighs more than 6,000 pounds (gross vehicle weight), i.e. Recreational Vehicles (RVs). The vehicle must be parked in front of the residence it belongs to, and cannot be a public safety hazard.

M onrovia

June 8

At 1:24 a.m., an officer was patrolling the area of Madison and Foothill when he observed a vehicle commit a traffic violation and conducted a traffic stop. The driver displayed symptoms of being under the influence of alcohol. A DUI investigation revealed the driver was driving under the influence. The driver was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

At 6:05 a.m., a victim in the 100 block of East Evergreen reported their vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing.

At 6:23 a.m., a resident in the 400 block of West Duarte reported their vehicle was broken into. The suspects forced entry into the locked vehicle and stole property. This investigation is continuing.

At 9:45 a.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Foothill and Mountain regarding a traffic accident. No injuries were reported.

At 11:17 a.m., a victim in the 400 block of Genoa reported that his necklace was ripped from his neck the day prior. This investigation is continuing.

At 12:37 p.m., officers responded to the 700 block of West Huntington regarding a fight in progress. The suspect's wife and daughter were using a restroom and told him an unknown person was trying to get in the restroom. There was a male subject at the location that the suspect assumed was the person trying to enter the restroom. A confrontation ensued and the suspect pepper-sprayed the male several times. The suspect was arrested, issued a citation and released at the scene.

At 9:00 p.m., a shoplifting was reported in the 700 block of East Huntington. The victim stated approximately $500 worth of merchandise was stolen. The suspect’s vehicle was located and the stolen property was seen inside in plain sight.

Two female adults and a male juvenile were determined to be associated with the suspect vehicle and were located inside of a nearby store. The juvenile admitted to committing the theft and said the two other adults did not have any knowledge of the theft. The adults were determined to be family members of the juvenile. The juvenile was arrested, cited, and released at the scene.

At 1:06 a.m., an officer saw a vehicle stopped in the middle of the road in the 100 block of North Grand. Since the vehicle was blocking the road, the officer approached the vehicle and found the driver asleep behind the wheel. The vehicle's engine was running with the driver's foot on the brake. The driver was contacted and displayed symptoms of being intoxicated. A DUI investigation revealed the driver was under the influence. The driver was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

June 9

At 2:59 a.m., officers responded to the 2600 block of South Myrtle regarding a theft. The victim saw a female suspect steal items from his unlocked security vehicle via a surveillance camera. The female fled the area but was quickly located. The suspect was found to be in possession of the stolen property, drug paraphernalia, and identification documents belonging to others. She was arrested and taken into custody.

At 6:47 a.m., an employee from a business in the 3200 block of South Peck called to report a grand theft. Two days prior an unknown suspect entered the location and claimed to be from a roofing company and was there to pick up an order. The suspect left the location with the order. This investigation is continuing.

At 3:16 p.m., a business owner in the 1800 block of South Myrtle reported that the catalytic converter was stolen from a work truck. This investigation is continuing.

BLOTTERS

At 4:35 p.m., a resident in the 400 block of Parkrose reported a package was stolen from their front porch. This investigation is continuing.

At 4:37 p.m., a victim in the 900 block of Valley View walked into the MPD Lobby to report a package stolen from their front porch. This investigation is continuing.

At 5:17 p.m. a resident from the 800 block of West Duarte walked into the MPD Lobby to report a domestic battery that occurred days prior. She was involved in an argument with her live-in boyfriend. In the course of the argument, the boyfriend grabbed her by her hair, dragged her outside, and then locked her out of the house. This investigation is continuing.

At 8:24 p.m., a caller in the 600 block of South Shamrock reported that he wanted to harm himself. An officer responded, located the subject and contacted him. It was determined he was a danger to himself. He was transported to a medical facility for a mental evaluation.

June 10

At 12:58 a.m., an officer saw a male subject in the area of Ivy and Walnut who seemed to display symptoms of being intoxicated. The officer contacted the subject and determined that he was unable to care for himself. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

At 4:29 a.m., while patrolling the 1800 block of South Alta Vista an officer saw a suspicious vehicle parked facing the wrong way in front of a house that is being remodeled. As he was about to contact the driver, the officer saw bolt cutters and a pry bar on the rear passenger seat. The driver was pretending to be asleep. Additional officers responded to assist. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.

At 5:16 a.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Primrose and Greystone regarding a subject passed

out at the corner. Upon arrival, the officers determined the subject was too intoxicated to care for his own safety or for the safety of others and arrested him for public intoxication. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

At 8:36 a.m., a victim in the 1000 block of Royal Oaks called to report ongoing fraud on his credit card. This investigation is continuing.

At 2:48 p.m., an employee at a restaurant in the 100 block of West Duarte Rd. called to report that he was assaulted after a verbal argument. This investigation is continuing.

At 3:02 p.m., a manager of a retail pharmacy in the 400 block of West Huntington called to make a delayed report of a theft that occurred several days prior. This investigation is continuing.

At 3:07 p.m., a caller in a business in the 2600 block of South Myrtle reported a possible prowler. Officers arrived and contacted the subject. A computer check showed he had multiple warrants from various jurisdictions, and was also in possession of burglary tools and drug paraphernalia. He was arrested and taken into custody.

At 9 p.m., an officer conducting an extra patrol in the 1600 block of South Myrtle contacted a suspicious person near the children's play area. The subject consented to a search and was found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia and a counterfeit identification card. He was arrested and taken into custody.

At 11:32 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Myrtle and Cherry regarding a suspicious vehicle parked in the area. The officers located the vehicle and contacted a subject. The subject was determined to be too intoxicated to care for his own safety or for the safety of others. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

A rcadia

June 11

At 12:42 a.m., an officer responded to a parking lot in the 1200 block of South Baldwin Avenue regarding a burglary investigation. Sometime around 12:15 a.m. on June 12, someone cut the lock to a maintenance room door lock. The loss is unknown as of the date of this report.

June 12

At 6:28 p.m., an officer responded to REI, located at 214 N. Santa Anita Ave., regarding the investigation of an attempted commercial burglary. Surveillance footage captured two male suspects attempting to enter the store by throwing a rock at the front glass door. The glass did not fully break, and the suspects were unable to enter. They fled on foot. They are described as two males in dark-colored clothing.

June 13

At 6:56 p.m., an officer responded to Go-Go Liquor, located at 914 W. Duarte Rd., regarding a battery investigation. The victim stated an argument between her and her boyfriend resulted in the male choking the victim and stealing her cell phone. The 37-year-old male from San Gabriel was gone by the time the officer arrived.

June 14

At 12:45 a.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 100 block of South Santa Anita Avenue regarding a battery investigation. The officer discovered the suspect and his girlfriend were in a verbal dispute when the suspect grabbed his girlfriend by the neck and choked her. The 34-year-old male from Arcadia was gone before the officer arrived. Arcadia Fire Department responded to render aid to the victim.

At 5:20 a.m., an officer responded to Nice Guy Tattoo, located at 602 E. Live Oak Ave., regarding a commercial burglary investigation. Sometime between 12 a.m. and 5:20 a.m., some-

one broke into the tattoo parlor by breaking the front window, and once inside, they tunneled through the drywall to the neighboring business, Noodle House. The loss is unknown.

At 8:08 a.m., an officer responded to Acuity Eye Group, located at 288 N. Santa Anita Ave., regarding a battery investigation. The juvenile victim was in the restroom with her mother when a female suspect threw a glass item, causing a chunk of glass to hit the victim in the leg. The 41-year-old female from South El Monte was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.

At 1:09 p.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 1400 block of North Baldwin Avenue regarding a residential burglary investigation. Sometime between Oct. 8, 2022 and June 14, 2023, someone shattered a rear sliding door and burglarized the home. The loss is unknown at this time.

June 15

At 5:51 p.m., an officer responded to Macy’s, located at 400 S. Baldwin Ave., regarding a robbery investigation. The officer discovered the suspect stole merchandise from the store when he was confronted by loss prevention. During the confrontation, the suspect, a 45-year-old male from Los Angeles, threatened the store employee and pulled out a knife. When officers attempted to arrest the suspect, he resisted and attempted to flee. He was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking.

June 16

At 5:41 p.m., an officer responded to a parking lot in the 600 block of West Duarte Road regarding a robbery investigation. The officer determined the suspect stole the victim’s purse from the front seat of her car. The victim attempted to hold onto her purse but the suspect fled with the purse to an awaiting blue SUV. The suspect is described as a Hispanic male, approximately 6-feet tall.

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Career corner: Taking a job search break

By Angela Copeland angela@copelandcoaching.com

Re: “Trump arraigned…pleads not guilty” (June 15 issue)

Unless anyone is not paying attention, it doesn’t take a Clarence Darrow to understand that Donald Trump is guilty of serious crimes. But imagine my disgust when I learned that he still can become president of the United States unless or until he is declared formally guilty by a court of law and sentenced to prison.

Considering, however, the chicanery in a lawyer’s bag of tricks, it’s possible that Trump’s legal team will find a way to delay their client’s sentence until he is elected to a second term as president.

If you've been looking for a new job in 2023, you can probably agree with one thing — you're tired. The job application process is primarily online. Hundreds of applicants are able to apply to one job with just a few clicks. Now, there are ghost job postings, and new AI tools candidates must contend with. The market is full of people who were recently laid off. And, companies are considering putting hiring on hold in this uncertain economy.

To cope with job search burnout, some young people are taking a break from looking for a new job. They're finding other ways to fill their time. And, with many living at home for longer, who can blame them?

If you're unemployed and considering a break from your job search, you should keep a few things in mind. First, don't forget that laws require you to be actively looking for a job to qualify for unemployment.

And, if you have been unemployed for a long period of time, you should keep in mind how it may shape outside perception. For example, if you quit a job to take a six month break, employers may

begin to suspect you were fired from your last job. And, they may assume you didn't find another job for six months because you were not a good candidate. This is something many job seekers do not consider until it's too late.

Another pitfall is this: While unemployed, if you take a break from job searching, you may expect your time off to be relaxing. What most people never consider is that unemployment tends to be a very stressful time.

You are likely to be worried about money, housing, and other basic needs.

If you decide to take a break, make it meaningful. In other words, do something that will add to your resume, and that you'll feel proud to share. You might want to go back to graduate school to further your education. You might want to start a business.

You might want to learn a new skill. You might want to do a little consulting. Or, you might donate your time to a local nonprofit.

After quitting my job years ago, I took an around the world, solo backpacking trip. I visited Europe, Asia, and Australia over the course of a few months. It was a great way to disconnect, reset, and refocus.

As you can imagine, it's been a great story to share during job interviews. It helps to explain the transition, and to create an engaging conversation.

It's best to take time off after you receive a job offer. In other words, ask for a start date that is a few weeks out. That will

give you a period of stress free time to unwind after your long search. But, if you do take time off, make it meaningful. What you do with this time will forever be part of your career story.

Angela Copeland, a leadership and career expert, can be reached at www. angelacopeland.com.

Moreover, the first action he’ll take as president will be to pardon all of his thug supporters whom he encouraged to “fight like hell” during the Jan. 6, 2021 insurrection attack against the United States.

Can you imagine America’s embarrassment? We’ll have a convicted criminal

as our head of state — but he will not be sentenced during his term in office! And of course, if he can legally pardon himself, he’ll never see the inside of a prison cell.

David Quintero Monrovia

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Pacific Palisades country club to host US Open in 2031; Clark wins narrowly at LA Country Club

On the heels of last weekend's U.S. Open — the first to be held in Los Angeles in 75 years — the United States Golf Association announced Wednesday that the Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades will host the 131st U.S. Open Championship in 2031.

"Riviera Country Club is a truly spectacular course that holds a special place in the game's history," John Bodenhamer, USGA chief championships officer, said in a statement. "We are thrilled to bring the U.S. Open back to the site of such historic moments for golf and the USGA and look forward to writing a new chapter in 2031."

The event, scheduled for June 12-15, 2031, will be the fifth USGA championship held at the Riviera Country Club. It played host to the 1948 U.S. Open won by Ben Hogan, the 1998 U.S. Senior Open won by Hale Irwin and the 2017 U.S. Amateur won by Doc Redman. It will also play host to the U.S. Women's Open in 2026.

The club is also the home of the PGA Tour's Genesis Invitational, and it hosted PGA Championships in 1983 — won by Hal Sutton — and in 1995 — won by Steve Elkington.

Riviera will also serve as the host of the men's and women's golf competitions for the 2028 Olympic Games.

The U.S. Open that concluded Sunday at Los Angeles Country Club was

won by Wyndham Clark, giving him his first major championship. The USGA previously announced that the Los Angeles Country Club will host the event again in 2039.

"Los Angeles is our nation's 'City of Champions,' after a successful return of this year's U.S. Open in L.A., I am thrilled that the USGA has chosen our city to host its 2031 Open as well," Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass said in a statement released by the USGA. "From last year's Super Bowl to the upcoming World Cup and Olympics here, L.A.'s major events create joy and economic development across our city."

Clark shot an even 70 Sunday on the Los Angeles Country Club's North Course, rolling in a short putt on the 18th hole to cap a recordsetting U.S. Open.

Clark and fellow American Rickie Fowler shared a one-stroke lead over McIlroy entering Sunday's play. McIlroy, playing one twosome in front of Clark and Fowler, moved into a share of the lead by birdieing the par-5 first hole. It would prove to be the lone birdie of his round, which also included a bogey on the par-5 14th hole.

Fowler lost his share of the lead when he bogeyed the par-4 second hole, the first of his seven bogeys.

Clark took the lead for good with a short putt for a birdie on the par-3 fourth hole. He added a stroke to

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his lead with a birdie on the par-4 sixth hole, then saw his lead drop to one stroke with a bogey on the par-5 eighth.

Clark's lead grew to three strokes when he birdied the par-5 14th hole which McIlroy had bogeyed. The lead dropped back to one with back-to-back bogeys on the 15th and 16th holes, but Clark assured himself of the victory with back-to-back pars on the final two holes, including two-putting from 59 feet, 9 inches, on the 18th hole to complete the tournament at 10-under 270.

"I started off great, and I felt really good and confident about my game," Clark said. "Unfortunately I bogeyed the second hole but I felt like I rebounded well in birdieing the fourth, and got a little unlucky on hole 8, but I just felt like I bounced back and kept my emotions about me.

"I hit some great shots coming down at the end, and although I made a couple bogeys and it seemed like maybe the rails were coming off, I was inside pretty calm. I'm really pleased with myself with how I performed."

Clark was 1-over par for his last nine holes, the first U.S. Open champion to shoot over par on the back nine on the final round since Justin Rose in 2013.

The victory came six weeks after Clark's first PGA Tour victory, May 7 in the Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hollow Club in

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Charlotte, North Carolina.

"First one was surreal and this one is surreal," Clark said. "It hasn't quite hit me yet. Walking up 18 was pretty emotional, and then finishing."

This was Clark's seventh start in a major championship. He missed the cut four times, including both of his previous U.S. Open starts. Clark is the fourth player over the past 100 years to win the U.S. Open the first time he made the cut, joining Lucas Glover (2009), Lee Janzen (1993) and Orville Moody (1969).

One factor in his turnaround was the hiring of sports psychologist Julie Elion as his mental coach.

"She has a great calmness and presence about her that just makes me calm and relaxed," Clark said. "I'm just so glad that my caddie (John Ellis) and agent (Rob Mougey) in November said, 'Hey, we've got this lady that we think you should work with.'

"I was a little reluctant to do it, and I'm just so glad that she was brought into my life, and what these honestly six months, it's crazy to see how much I've improved and how much she's helped me," Clark said. "I wouldn't have thought I'd be a major champion six, seven months ago."

The 29-year-old Clark was born in Denver, was a classmate of San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey at Valor Christian High School in

Highlands Ranch, Colorado. Clark began his college golf career at Oklahoma State, then transferred to Oregon in 2016 after what Clark on Sunday called "two bad seasons."

"I was in a really low spot, and I think that was a lot of carryover from my mom passing," Clark said.

Clark's mother Lise Thevenet died from breast cancer in 2013 at age 55.

"I really wish is that my mom could be here and I could just hug her and we could celebrate together," Clark said. "But I know she's proud of me."

Clark received a record $3.6 million for the victory. The previous record was $3.15 million last year. His career earnings in his 136 starts before the U.S. Open was $11,415,024.

The victory gives Clark a U.S. Open exemption for the next 10 years; invitations to the next five Masters Tournaments, British Opens, PGA Championships and Players Championships, and custody of the U.S. Open Trophy for one year.

McIlroy was unable to capitalize on several birdie opportunities Sunday, including three-putting the par-5 eighth for a par, in his quest for his fifth major championship and first since the 2014 PGA Championship.

"I'm getting closer," McIlroy said after his third finish of third or better in a major championship since 2022. "The more I keep

putting myself in these positions, sooner or later it's going to happen for me."

Fowler, who was born and raised in Murrieta, shot a 5-over-par 75 to finish in a three-way tie for fifth, five strokes off the lead.

"I just didn't have it today," said Fowler, who joined Xander Schauffele in shooting record 8-under 62s in the first round and led Clark by one stroke through two rounds. "Iron play was very below average and didn't make anything.

"That's a big thing in majors, especially on a Sunday. Making putts and kind of keeping it fairly stress-free. It was kind of the opposite. I was kind of fighting through it all day."

Fowler has not won on the PGA Tour since the 2019 Waste Management Phoenix Open. This was the 10th time he has been the 54-hole leader or co-leader and the first time in a major. He is 2-for-10 in converting a 54-hole lead or co-lead into a victory.

The scoring average was 71.76, the lowest in U.S. Open history. However, in terms of score relative to par, this was the fourth lowest at +1.76.

This was the first time a U.S. Open had been played in Los Angeles since 1948. The wait for the next one will be much shorter. In October, the U.S. Golf Association announced the 2039 U.S. Open would be played at the Los Angeles Country Club.

Wyndham Clark holds his U.S. Open trophy skyward. | Photo courtesy of Wyndham Clark/Twitter

Hunter Biden to plead guilty to federal tax, gun charges

By HeyWire AI and Staff

Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden, has tentatively reached an agreement in which he will plead guilty to two minor tax crimes and a gun charge, court papers filed on Tuesday morning show. The agreement will likely keep him out of jail.

The tax charges relate to his alleged failure to pay approximately $100,000 in taxes on $1.5 million in income over the years 2017 and 2018, according to anonymous sources cited by the Washington Post.

Under the agreement, Hunter Biden is expected to enter a diversion program, a less severe sentence applied to individuals with substance abuse issues. If he successfully completes the program, the gun charge will be removed from his record.

The gun charge stems from a purchase made in late 2018, when Hunter

Biden was struggling with a substance abuse problem. He has since been open about his addiction and treatment in his memoir.

The plea agreement also signifies the end of a five-year investigation by federal prosecutors, including the FBI and IRS, into Hunter Biden's conduct. The investigation did not result in any charges related to his foreign dealings or other alleged wrongdoing.

Unsurprisingly, the agreement has sparked a political backlash.

Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tennessee, called it a "sweetheart" deal and accused the Justice Department of "slow walking" the investigation and implicating the Biden family in corruption.

Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Arkansas, called Attorney General Merrick Garland a "disgrace."

Additionally, the House

Monrovia Old Town report: So long, June Gloom

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Oversight Committee's ranking member, Rep. James Comer, R-Kentucky, called for an investigation into the Department of Justice's handling of the case.

"Let’s be clear: the Department of Justice’s charges against President Biden’s son Hunter reveal a two-tiered system of justice," Comer said in a statement.

Meanwhile, the Democratic administration has maintained that Weiss was nominated by former President Donald Trump and that the decision not to appoint a new U.S. Attorney was to avoid any appearance of political interference.

The White House released a statement in support of Hunter Biden that said, "The President and First Lady love their son and support him as he continues to rebuild his life."

Dr. Dre to be honored by music industry group for pioneering work in hip-hop

By City News Service

Pioneering rapper Dr. Dre will receive the inaugural Hip-Hop Icon Award from the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers in recognition of his impact on the genre, industry and culture of hip-hop, the organization announced Tuesday.

"Dr. Dre's groundbreaking early work laid a foundation for hip-hop as we know it today. As a champion for some of today's biggest artists and a successful entrepreneur, he changed the culture around hip-hop," ASCAP board chairman and President Paul Williams said in a statement. "Dre continues to be a pivotal figure in the music industry and we are thrilled to recognize him with the inaugural ASCAP

Hip-Hop Icon Award as we mark 50 years of hip-hop."

Dre, whose real name is Andre Young, will receive the award Thursday in Los Angeles during ASCAP's Rhythm & Soul Music Awards Celebration of 50 Years of Hip-Hop.

A Compton native who rocketed to fame as co-founder of the N.W.A., Dre became a major solo success in 1992 with his album "The Chronic." He also founded Aftermath Entertainment, which signed artists including Kendrick Lamar, 50 Cent and Eminen.

Dre and Jimmy Iovine created Beats Electronics in 2008, and in 2013, they helped establish the USC Jimmy Iovine and Andre Young Academy for Arts, Technology and the

Has the weather finally turned? We sure had our fill of May Gray and June Gloom. Can’t say I minded it too much. Cool weather & free garden watering? Not a bad deal. But it is nice to see the blue skies and sunshine! Summer is here. The days are warming up and there is much fun to be had!

On Saturday, June 24, head to Library Park for a Community Picnic celebrating our Veterans. The picnic is from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. There will be Veteran’s resources, music, food, prizes, games, kid’s crafts and more! We never need a reason to spend a beautiful summer day at the park, but this is a darn good one!

After the picnic, you have time for a quick nap and then it’s time to head over to Julian Fisher Park for the MAP Block Party! From 5 p.m. – 8 p.m., there will be games, free BBQ, raffle prizes, informational booths, music and more! If you haven’t been to a block party, they are a lot of fun! The goal of MAP was to bring neighbors together to meet each other and create a sense of community. The parties are to remind us that in Monrovia, we are all in this community together, not just in certain neighborhoods or streets. All of us!

Park from 7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. You can get there earlier in the day to reserve a spot (no larger than 10x10), but that spot MUST be supervised all day.

Spectators can also grab a spot on Myrtle, once the streets close at 4 p.m. Canopies and umbrellas may be set up but must be taken down by 6:30 p.m. because that’s when the fun starts! The DJ will be spinning tunes from 3-7 p.m. and then Night Owl is bringing the Top 40 live music from 7– 8:30 p.m. At 9 p.m., our beloved firework spectacular begins!

Those of you with dogs: maybe don’t bring them. Fireworks can be super scary for pets. You know your dog best, and if you feel they are calm, cool and collected enough to be present, please make sure they are leashed and held closely to your side. If you’ve been before, you know how crowded it gets. No one wants to step on any pup’s toes or possibly get nipped. Please note that there are no BBQs, alcohol or personal fireworks allowed. Funny that this has to be announced, but I have discovered that common sense is not so common. I am super excited because this is one of my favorite city events. The fireworks get me in the feels every time!

idiots will sadly set something on fire that shouldn’t be on fire. Please be considerate of your neighbors and their pets, not to mention city ordinances. Please drive someplace where fireworks are legal. I hear that is in Riverside County: Blythe, Coachella, Desert Hot Springs and Indio. Go there and go buck wild.

Next, come to our movies and concerts in the park! The concerts run from July 8 through August 13, from 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Saturday concerts are at Station Square; the Sunday concerts are at Library Park. You can see a full list of bands on the Monrovia website, the Monrovia Daily News Facebook page, or the summer issue of Monrovia Today. Pick your pleasure, pack your picnic, chairs and blankets and head to the park of your choice for some lovely summer evening concerts.

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The also partnered with the Los Angeles Unified School District to create the Iovine and Young Center Integrated Design, Technology and Entrepreneurship Magnet.

We just celebrated Monrovia’s birthday, but now it’s time to celebrate our nation’s birthday and independence! Sorry, not sorry Great Britain! Tuesday, July 4, the party is at Library

However, I am NOT excited about all the d-bags that set off fireworks in my neighborhood or on my street. Our poor cats hide under the bed and I’m always afraid one of you

Remember, for all events listed above you can call your favorite local eatery and order take-out. You might be able to get it delivered right to the park. If not, our restaurants are super local and easy to get in & out of quickly so you can get back to your spot with your food. This way, your kitchen is clean, you’re supporting our small businesses, no muss/ no fuss for you and you still get great food to enjoy at our community events. It’s a win for everyone! See you at the park(s) for some summer fun!

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Monrovia City Notices

NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR WELL FIELD BOOSTER PUMP #1-6 PROJECT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Monrovia, California (“City”) invites sealed Bids for the Project. The City will receive such Bids at the City Clerk’s office, City Hall, 415 South Ivy Avenue, Monrovia, California 91016 up to 2:00 p.m. on July 26, 2023, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud.

All Bids must be made on the form furnished by the City. Each Bid must be submitted in a sealed envelope addressed to the City Clerk with the Project name and identification number typed or clearly printed on the lower left corner of the envelope. Bids must remain valid and shall not be subject to withdrawal for sixty (60) Days after the Bid opening date.

INCORPORATION OF STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS - The 2021 edition of “Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction” (“Standard Specifications”), as amended by the Contract Documents, is incorporated into the Contract Documents by reference

SCOPE OF WORK - The Project includes, without limitation, furnishing all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and other incidental and appurtenant Work necessary to satisfactorily complete the Project, as more specifically described in the Contract Documents. This Work will be performed in strict conformance with the Contract Documents, permits from regulatory agencies with jurisdiction, and applicable regulations. The quantity of Work to be performed and materials to be furnished are approximations only, being given as a basis for the comparison of Bids. Actual quantities of Work to be performed may vary at the discretion of the City Engineer.

The Project Includes:

Demolition of: Remove existing valve vault, Remove 16” Gate Valve, saw cut concrete and remove, excavation and grading for all structures in the project.

Construction of: Provide and install: 16” Gate Valve, Vertical turbine pump discharge head, vertical turbine pump, electric motor, soft starter, 14” discharge piping, 2” air vacuum valve on discharge piping, 1” half couplings on discharge piping, 14” motor operated plug valve, 14” globe style “silent check” check valve, 14” mechanical coupling with harness, 14” butterfly valve, pipe supports, ½” air release valve on pump barrel, 1” drain pipe from discharge head to exiting 4” drain, hydrotest, disinfection, start up, and commissioning, protect in place existing structures, Mobilization, Demobilization, Bond, and Insurance.

The Engineer’s Estimate for this project is $ 268,525.00

OBTAINING BID DOCUMENTS - Project Bid Documents, will be available on “Box” and can be accessed by invitation only. Interested bidders are to contact James Merrell at james.merrell@merrelljohnson.com and request access to the project documents. The interested bidder must provide the name of the company, the company address, the contractor’s license number, and name of contact person and email address of contact person. The bidder will then be invited and given access to the bid documents. Bid documents may be viewed and downloaded to the bidder’s email site.

MANDATORY PRE-BID MEETING AND SITE VISIT - A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on Thursday June 29, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at City of Monrovia Public Works Building at 600 South Mountain Ave. Every Potential Bidder is required to attend the prebid meeting and project site visit. Failure of a Bidder to attend will render that Bidder’s Bid non-responsive. No allowances for cost adjustments will be made if a Bidder fails to adequately examine the Project site before submitting a Bid.

TRENCHES AND OPEN EXCAVATIONS. Pursuant to Labor Code Section 6707, if this Project involves construction of a pipeline, sewer, sewage disposal system, boring and jacking pits, or similar trenches or open excavations, which are five feet or deeper, each bid submitted in response hereto shall contain, as a bid item, adequate sheeting, shoring, and bracing, or equivalent method, for the protection of life or limb, which shall conform to applicable safety orders.

REGISTRATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS - In accordance with Labor Code Sections 1725.5 and 1771.1, no contractor or subcontractor shall be qualified to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal, subject to the requirements of Section 4104 of the Public Contract Code, or engage in the performance of any contract for public work, unless currently registered and qualified to perform public work pursuant to Section 1725.5 [with limited exceptions for bid purposes only under Labor Code Section 1771.1(a)].

PREVAILING WAGES - In accordance with Labor Code Section 1770 et seq., the Project is a “public work”. The selected Bidder (Contractor) and any Subcontractors shall pay wages in accordance with the determination of the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”) regarding the prevailing rate of per diem wages. Copies of those rates are on file with the Director of Public Works and are available to any interested party upon request. The Contractor shall post a copy of the DIR’s determination of the prevailing rate of per diem wages at each job site. This Project is subject to

compliance monitoring and enforcement by the DIR.

BONDS - Each Bid must be accompanied by a cash deposit, cashier’s check, certified check, or Bidder’s Bond issued by a Surety insurer, made payable to the City and in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the total Bid submitted. Personal or company checks are not acceptable. Upon Contract award, the Contractor shall provide faithful performance and payment Bonds, each in a sum equal to the Contract Price. All Bonds must be issued by a California admitted Surety insurer using the forms set forth in the Contract Documents, or in any other form approved by the City Attorney. Failure to enter into the Contract with the City, including the submission of all required Bonds and insurance coverage, within fifteen (15) Days after the date of the mailing of written notice of contract award to the Bidder, shall subject the Bid security to forfeiture to the extent provided by law.

LICENSES - Each Bidder shall possess a valid Class “A” (General Engineering) and/or C-57 Contractor’s license issued by the California State Contractors License Board at the time of the Bid submission. The successful Contractor will be required to obtain a current City business license.

RETENTION SUBSTITUTION - Five percent (5%) of any progress payment will be withheld as retention. In accordance with Public Contract Code Section 22300, and at the request and expense of the Contractor, securities equivalent to the amount withheld may be deposited with the City or with a State or federally chartered bank as escrow agent, which shall then pay such moneys to the Contractor. Upon satisfactory completion of the Project, the securities shall be returned to the Contractor. Alternatively, the Contractor may request that the City make payments of earned retentions directly to an escrow agent at the Contractor’s expense. No such substitutions shall be accepted until all related documents are approved by the City Attorney.

LIQUIDATED DAMAGES - Liquidated damages shall accrue in the amount of $2,500.00 for each Day that Work remains incomplete beyond the Project completion deadline specified in the Contract Documents.

BIDDING PROCESS - The City reserves the right to reject any Bid or all Bids, and to waive any irregularities or informalities in any Bid or in the bidding, as deemed to be in its best interest.

/s/ Alice D. Atkins, MMC, City Clerk

Publish Thursday, June 22 and 29, 2023 MONROVIA WEEKLY

Probate Notices

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: LAWRENCE B. BRUCE

AKA LAWRENCE BIRKELO BRUCE

CASE NO. 23STPB06418

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of LAWRENCE B. BRUCE AKA LAWRENCE BIRKELO BRUCE.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by JO ANN BRUCE in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that JO ANN BRUCE be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 07/18/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 79 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate

to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on July 19, 2023 at 8:30 AM in Dept. 67. located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner:

Jason J.L Yang Esq. 20955 pathfinder Road Diamond Bar, CA 91765 El Monte Examiner

June 22,26,29, 2023

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

PHYLLIS SHEWLIN SANG

CASE NO. 23STPB06090

with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner BERNARD PANG - SBN 251669, LAW OFFICE OF BERNARD PANG 2440 S. HACIENDA BLVD., STE. 121 HACIENDA HEIGHTS CA 91745 6/22, 6/26, 6/29/23

CNS-3713814#

TEMPLE CITY TRIBUNE

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MARQUERITE A. ROONEY CASE NO. 23STPB06115

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of MARQUERITE A. ROONEY.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by PATRICIA A. KLEMENS in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that PATRICIA A. KLEMENS be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act with limited authority. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 07/11/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 79 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner GEORGE W. COX - SBN 47634, LAW OFFICES OF GEORGE W. COX 20955 PATHFINDER ROAD, SUITE 100 DIAMOND BAR CA 91765 BSC 223531 6/15, 6/19, 6/22/23 CNS-3711718# ARCADIA WEEKLY

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF David Weizheng Lee Case No. 23STPB06291

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of David Weizheng Lee

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Qing Li in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Qing Li be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of PHYLLIS SHEWLIN SANG.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by RICHARD KOUNG in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that RICHARD KOUNG be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 08/04/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 11 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner ROBERT E. PEARSON - SBN 059839, ROBERT E. PEARSON APLC 17782 E. 17TH ST., STE. 109 TUSTIN CA 92780 6/22, 6/26, 6/29/23 CNS-3713862# MONROVIA WEEKLY

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Judith Ann Denton Case No. 23STPB05478

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Judith Ann Denton

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Maren Miller in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Maren Miller be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Es-

10 people arrested in Moreno Valley sex trafficking sting

By City News Service

Experts warn Riverside County residents to protect against mosquito bites

By Staff

Ten people were arrested and a potential victim was identified during an anti-sex trafficking sting in Moreno Valley, authorities said Tuesday.

The operation was carried out in various locations throughout the city Monday, involving personnel from the Riverside County Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force, according to Sgt. Robert Martinez of the Riverside County Sheriff's Department.

"Ten persons were arrested for prostitutionrelated offenses," Martinez said. "Additionally, one potential victim was identified and provided victim services and resources."

The task force, which is staffed by law enforcement officials from local, state and federal agencies, conducts stings on a reoccurring basis.

"Prostitution is not a victimless crime," Martinez said. "Sex trafficking victims are often subjected not only to severe forms of emotional, physical and sexual abuse from their traffickers, but are also frequently physically and sexually abused by those

(who) solicit them for prostitution."

Anyone with information about sex trafficking anywhere in Riverside County, or elsewhere, was encouraged to report it to the National Human Trafficking Resource Center at 888-373-7888.

Mosquito bites are more than an itchy annoyance, they can pose serious threats to your health. With summer approaching, mosquito experts urge Riverside County residents to take action to protect themselves from mosquito bites.

While vector control agencies work diligently to control mosquito populations, which includes treating communal areas, mosquito control is a shared responsibility. Residents of Riverside County can take the following action to help eliminate mosquitoes from their community:

Apply insect repellent containing an EPA-registered active ingredient, including DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus, or IR3535, to clothes and exposed skin according to label instructions. Repellents keep mosquitoes from biting. It is important to follow EPA and CDC guidelines for the safe use of repellents on children.

Dress in long sleeves and pants, especially if outside at dawn and dusk when mosquitoes that can spread West Nile virus are most active.

Install screens on windows and doors and keep them in good repair to keep mosquitoes out of your home.

Eliminate all sources of standing water on your property, including in flowerpots, old tires, buckets, pet dishes, and trash cans. Mosquitoes lay their eggs in very small amounts of standing water.

Repair leaking faucets and broken sprinklers that can contribute to standing water around your home.

Clean rain gutters clogged with leaves, which can also contribute to standing water. For additional information on mosquitoes and mosquito-borne diseases, visit the California Department of Public Health Mosquitoes and Mosquito-Borne Diseases webpage. For additional information on protecting yourself and your community from mosquitoes, visit Riverside County Environmental Health Vector Control Mosquito Surveillance and Treatment webpage.

| Photo by LightFieldStudios/Envato Elements

Vector Control works diligently to control mosquito populations. | Photo courtesy of Riverside County Executive Office Communications

Fire scorches almost 50 acres, threatens homes in Menifee Mountaintop jazz fest to feature nearly 2 weeks of performances

By City News Service By City News Service

Abrush fire that scorched almost 50 acres Tuesday west of Interstate 215 in Menifee, prompting evacuations, was stopped before damaging any homes through a combination of ground and air resources.

The non-injury blaze was reported at 12:55 p.m. in the area of Garbani and Haun roads, according to the Riverside County Fire Department.

The agency said multiple engine and truck crews from the county and surrounding agencies were sent to the location and encountered flames burning toward properties in the 20700 block of Garbani.

Firefighters immediately established a defensive perimeter around the homes and requested two Cal Fire air tankers and a water-dropping helicopter to make runs on the brusher.

Evacuation orders were implemented as a precaution for residents within the area west of Haun, north of Wickerd Road, south of Craig Avenue and east of Murrieta Road, according to the fire department.

The Cal Fire air resources worked the blaze for more than an hour, aiding fire crews in establishing tentative containment lines on the brusher's flanks.

The fire's forward rate of spread was stopped shortly before 3 p.m. All aircraft had cleared the scene as of 3:15 p.m., and the fire was declared 5% contained.

The evacuation orders were expected to be downgraded to warnings or lifted altogether by 4:30 p.m.

The 29th annual Idyllwild Jazz in the Pines festival will begin July 3 at the Idyllwild Arts Academy, showcasing a combination of up-andcoming artists with headliners from across the nation.

In a first, student musicians will have the opportunities to play alongside some of the top-tier performers, building "a bridge between professionals and the next generation of jazz artists," according to Pamela Jordan, president of the Idyllwild Arts Foundation, which operates the Idyllwild Arts Academy.

The Student Clinic, which will include master classes and open rehearsals, will

be interspersed with the big-name entertainment.

"By bringing together artists of all ages, Jazz In The Pines now aligns with what Idyllwild Arts has done exceptionally well for nearly 75 years," Jordan said. "By ensuring a continuing dialogue of artistic expression, younger generations are taught to embrace the universal language of the arts to change lives and connect with human kind."

The mile-high venue will host the Euphoria Brass Band, the Marshall Hawkins Trio, the Tom Hynes Duo, the Idyllwild Arts Faculty Jazz Jam, the Yve Evans Quartet and the Margaret A. Cargill Commons.

The festival will run through July 15 at venues including the Holmes Amphitheater, French Quarter, Stephens Hall, Lowman Concert Hall and Old Town Temecula Community Theater.

In addition to musical entertainment, there will be panel discussions, artist meet-and-greets and alumni events. Funds from festival ticket sales support scholarships for aspiring musicians. Tickets are $25 to $500, depending on the dates and number of shows festivalgoers want to attend. Additional information is available at idyllwildarts. org.

Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce announces award dinner winners

By City News Service

The Greater Coach-

ella Valley Chamber of Commerce announced Wednesday the winners of its annual Installation and Business Awards Dinner, which will be held next week.

The "From the Chamber with Love"-themed dinner, which will feature 10 award winners, will be held at 5:30 p.m. June 29 at the Renaissance Esmeralda, 4400 Indian Wells Lane.

"We have a number of extraordinary individuals and organizations we are honoring this year," GCVCC

CEO Brandon Marley said in a statement. "All our award winners have shaped our community in significant ways, and we look forward to acknowledging their contributions on June 29th."

The GCVCC's Andrea Carter said the winners set to be honored during the dinner are RD RNNR Libations Pints and Plates, Buzzbox, Pueblo Viejo Grill, Wilson Meade Commercial Real Estate, Pest Control, Quick Quack Car Wash, Sixth Street Coffee, Assistance League Coachella Valley,

Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, and Susana and Nachhattar Singh Chandi.

The winners will receive varying awards including the Entrepreneur Award, Nonprofit of the Year, President's Award, Lifetime Achievement Award and six Business of the Year awards for small and large businesses in the East-, Mid- and WestValley, according to Carter.

The evening will also feature a cocktail reception, silent auction, networking and photo hour, new board members being installed and a keynote

Firefighters tweeted this map showing the what on Wednesday was called a "warning area," after Menifee residents were evacuated from the area of Garbani and Haun roads. | Image courtesy of the Riverside County Fire Department

Young musicians participate in the Jazz in the Pines Student Clinic. | Photo courtesy of Idyllwild Arts

address, according to GCVCC officials.

More information, including tickets to the event, can be found at gcvcc. org.

| Image courtesy of the Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce

Jerry West to speak at Agua Caliente Casino Saturday

By City News Service

Riverside County Waste Resources Department to offer free Summer Recycle Camp for kids

By Staff

The Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa's ballroom speaker series will continue Saturday with Lakers legend Jerry West speaking in Rancho Mirage.

The conversation, moderated by Desert Sun sports reporter Andrew John, will begin at 8 p.m. in the Rancho Mirage casino's Cahuilla Ballroom, 32- 250 Bob Hope Drive, according to a statement from the casino. Tickets to the event can be purchased at aguacalientecasinos.com.

"He left the game holding records for career postseason scoring and the highest average in a playoff series," casino officials wrote. "West's statistical record only begins to tell his story."

West, 85, played with the Lakers for 14 years, finishing with a career regularseason scoring average of 27 points per game and helping lead the Lakers to the 1971-72 NBA title.

Following two years away from basketball, he became the Lakers' coach, stayed on as a scout for three years and became the team's general manager in 1982. He was named NBA Executive of the Year in 1995.

After over 40 years with the Lakers, West retired but later became the president of basketball operations for the Memphis Grizzlies from 2002-07, again winning the Executive of the Year award for the 2003-04 season. He became an executive with the Golden State Warriors in 2011 before he was hired by the Los Angeles Clippers in 2017 as a consultant.

He was elected to the Naismith Memorial Basket-

ball Hall of Fame in 1979. West's silhouette is still used as the official NBA logo.

The casino's speakers series will continue in July with actress Lisa Rinna, and will be followed each consecutive month excluding November with actress Whitney Cummings, reality television personality Josh Altman, actor Henry Winkler and comedian Adam Corolla.

The Department of Waste Resources will offer a free Summer Recycle Camp to Riverside County K-12 children on Saturday, June 24 from 10 a.m. to noon. This handson, fun activity will have several zero waste recycling crafts for children to make from reused items like tin cans, paper, and CDs. Kids will move between stations to work on different activities like sidewalk chalk, planting succulents, making art from recycled and reused products, or salvaging stained fabric by learning to tie dye.

Information about the importance of reuse and recycling will be discussed with each craft. All participants will get to play a recycling game to see if they can make the best decision for items destined for the waste can and whether it should be recycled, donated, handled as hazardous waste or sent to the landfill. It will be an active event for kids to use their imagination and creativity to make something crafty from unwanted materials.

Registration is required for all participants, so reserve your seat at Eventbrite: eventbrite.com/e/634815278587.

This event will be outdoors in the Resource Garden and it will be a zero waste program. Participants are encouraged to bring a refillable water bottle to refill at the hydration station.

The Department of Waste Resources offers a variety of free environmental education classes related to waste reduction and sustainability. Class instructors provide attendees with professional learning and resources for instructional materials.

For more information, call a recycling specialist at 951-486-3200 or through email at Wastecommunityoutreach@rivco.org.

Lakers to finish out pre-season at Acrisure Arena

By City News Service

The Los Angeles Lakers announced their 2023-24 preseason schedule Wednesday, which is set to finish out at Acrisure Arena in October.

The team will kick off its pre-season on the road Oct. 7 against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center in San Francisco, before matching up against the Brooklyn Nets Oct. 9 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

Two consecutive home games -- against the Golden State Warriors Oct. 13 and the Milwaukee Bucks Oct. 15 -- will be held at Crypto. com Arena before the team closes out its pre-season with a game against the Phoenix Suns at Palm Desert's Acrisure Arena on Oct. 19.

The five pre-season games will be broadcast on SpectrumSportsNet and can be heard on 710-AM ESPNLA, the team's flagship

station, Lakers officials said. They can also be heard in Spanish on KWKW-1330 AM.

Individual game tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. Monday for contests at T-Mobile and Acrisure Arena, while home tickets for the games at Crypto.com Arena are set to go on sale at a later, non-disclosed date, according to Lakers officials. Tickets for Acrisure Arena will be available at ticketmaster.com.

Jerry West. | Photo courtesy of Alexandra Walt (CC0 1.0)

Acrisure

Summer Recycle Camp participants. | Photo courtesy of Riverside County Executive Office Communications

Pasadena City Notices CITY OF PASADENA Notice Inviting Bids For Forestry Equipment

Notice is hereby given that the City of Pasadena is calling for sealed bids for the Public Works Department and will receive sealed bids prior to 2:00 pm, Thursday, July 13, 2023 and will electronically unseal and make them available online (https://procurement.opengov. com/portal/pasadena) for this solicitation named “Forestry Equipment” Project ID: 2023-IFB-MS-553.

1.1. Summary

Department of Public Works Street Maintenance is looking to procure new handheld forestry equipment.

1.2. Delivery Instructions

Bids will be received via the City’s eProcurement Portal (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena). A bid received after the time set for the bid opening shall not be considered. Bidders are required to submit (upload) all items listed in the Bidder’s Submittals/Checklist. Bids will be received prior to the time and date in this Notice Inviting Bids and will be opened online at that time.

Copies of the Specifications and all required forms may be obtained for this solicitation online: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ pasadena/projects/50420

Addenda shall be acknowledged via the City’s eProcurement Portal (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena). Refer to the Specifications for complete details and bidding requirements. The Specification and this Notice shall be considered a part of any contract made pursuant thereunder.

1.3. Pre-bid Conference

See the Timeline in the section named “Instructions to Bidders.” If there is a Mandatory pre-bid meeting, bidders are required to attend at the time, date, and location included in the Timeline Instructions to Bidders of this solicitation. If there is a Non-Mandatory pre-bid meeting, bidders not required to attend.

Each prospective bidder will have the opportunity to clarify and ask questions regarding these Specifications. The Pre-bid Meeting will be held at the time, date, and location in the Timeline of this solicitation.

1.4. Deadline for Questions

The deadline to submit questions related to this solicitation is Wednesday, July 5, 2023, prior to 11:00 am.

Questions regarding this solicitation should be submitted directly through the City’s eProcurement Portal (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena) Q&A function. Do not contact any other City employee or official regarding this solicitation. Any questions submitted after the date and time specified may not be considered.

1.5. Release Date

Release Dated: Thursday, June 22, 2023

MIGUEL MÁRQUEZ City Manager

Publish June 22, 2023

PASADENA PRESS

CITY OF PASADENA

Notice Inviting Bids For

Vina Vieja Pickleball Courts Improvement -

3.1. Submitting Bids

Phase 1

Bids will be received electronically via the City’s eProcurement Portal no later than 2:00 pm on Thursday, July 20, 2023 and will be opened at that time and date. A bid received after the time set for the bid opening shall not be considered. Bidders are required to submit their proposal/bid via the City’s eProcurement Portal.

Plans and Specifications are available at:

https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena/projects/48671

3.2. Questions and Answers

Questions must be submitted via the City’s eProcurement Portal. Any questions submitted after 2:00 pm on Thursday, July 13, 2023 will not be answered. During the bidding period, the City may find it necessary to issue addendum(a) to bid Specifications after those bid Specifications have been released. Only those parties that have registered with the City as a follower of a particular project will receive the addendum(a) for that project. The City is not responsible

for notifications to those parties who do not directly register as a plan holder on the City’s database. It is the responsibility of all perspective Bidders to register on the City’s eProcurement Portal to ensure receipt of any addendum(a) prior to bid submittals. The City reserves the right to reject as nonresponsive any bid that fails to include the information required by any addendum(a) posted on the City’s website. The Bidder is required to acknowledge all addenda received in Bidder’s Proposal.

3.3. Pre Bid Meeting

There is a Non-Mandatory pre-bid meeting, bidders not required to attend. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Thursday, July 6, 2023 at 10:00 am in Vina Vieja Park 3026 E. Orange Grove Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91107.

This meeting is to answer any questions regarding the project Plans and Specifications.

3.4. California Public Contract Code, § 3300

In accordance with the provisions of California Public Contract Code, § 3300, each Bidder must hold an active Class A for prime contractor, C-13 fencing contractor or sub-contractor, C-61/D47 and/or Authorized Applicator Certificate for court surfacing contractor or sub-contractor at the time of bid submission, except as to joint venture Bidders, who shall be licensed as provided in California Business and Professions Code, §§ 7029.1 and 7028.15(c).

Pursuant to the provisions of §§ 1770 to 1782 of the California Labor Code, the California Department of Industrial Relations has determined the general prevailing rate of wages in the county in which the work is to be done. A copy of the general prevailing rate of wages is on file with the City Engineer and is available for inspection and reference during regular business hours.

3.5. § 4104 of the California Public Contract Code

A Contractor or subcontractor shall not be qualified to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal, subject to the requirements of § 4104 of the California Public Contract Code, or engage in the performance of this public works project unless currently registered and qualified to perform public work pursuant to California Labor Code, § 1725.5. It is not a violation of California Labor Code, § 1771.1 for an unregistered Contractor to submit a bid that is authorized by § 7029.1 of the California Business and Professions Code or by §§ 10164 or 20103.5 of the California Public Contract Code, provided the Contractor is registered to perform public work pursuant to § 1725.5 at the time the contract is awarded.

3.6. Department of Industrial Relations

The Contractor must post job site notices prescribed by regulation in accordance with California Labor Code, § 1771.4.

This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations.

Contractors and subcontractors must furnish electronic certified payroll records directly to the California Labor Commissioner’s Office utilizing the Department of Industrial Relation’s electronic certified payroll reporting system.

3.7.

Electronic Bid bond is required. Bidders must provide all required information for the City to verify the bond with their bid. The bond must meet the following requirements and characteristics: Bid security in the amount of five-percent (5%) of the total bid price in the form of a redeemable or callable electronic surety bond, meeting City requirements, must accompany all bids.

Bid Bond Instruction:

Electronic Bid bond is required. Bidders must provide all required information for the City to verify the bond with their bid (PDF file).

The bond must meet the following requirements and characteristics: Bid security in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total bid price in the form of a redeemable or callable electronic surety bond, meeting City requirements, must accompany all bids. If the Bidder to whom the contract is awarded shall for fifteen (15) calendar days after such award fail or neglect to enter into the contract with the required insurance documentation, submit the Construction & Demolition Waste Management Plan, and file the required bonds, the City may deposit in its treasury said bid security and, under no circumstances, shall it be returned to the defaulting Bidder. Failure to return signed contract with all the attachments stated above may result in having the project awarded to the next lowest bidder.

Here is what bidders must provide to their bonding agent when trying to setup a bid bond for the City of Pasadena: The Project ID of the solicitation on which you are bidding. Your Contractor Vendor ID which is your Federal Tax ID or it’s equivalent. Both fields are required for validation. If you are having trouble finding these ID’s, please contact Surety2000 at 1-800-660-3263 or email help@ surety2000.com

3.8. Refer to the Specifications

Refer to the Specifications for complete details and bid requirements. The Specifications and this notice shall be considered a part of any contract made pursuant thereto.

Release Date: Thursday, June 22, 2023

MIGUEL MARQUEZ City Manager

Publish June 22, 2023

PASADENA PRESS

CITY OF PASADENA Notice Inviting Bids For Medium Voltage Distribution Switches

Notice is hereby given that the City of Pasadena is calling for sealed bids for the Water & Power Department, Power Delivery and will receive sealed bids prior to 11:00 am, Monday, July 10, 2023 and will electronically unseal and make them available online (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena) for this solicitation named “Medium Voltage Distribution Switches” Project ID: 2023-IFBMS-472.

1.1. Summary

The selected vendor(s) shall furnish and deliver the medium voltage distribution switches for use on the City of Pasadena Water and Power Department’s (PWP) electrical distribution system.

1.2. Delivery Instructions

Bids will be received via the City’s eProcurement Portal (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena). A bid received after the time set for the bid opening shall not be considered. Bidders are required to submit (upload) all items listed in the Bidder’s Submittals/Checklist. Bids will be received prior to the time and date in this Notice Inviting Bids and will be opened online at that time. Copies of the Specifications and all required forms may be obtained for this solicitation online: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ pasadena/projects/47272

Addenda shall be acknowledged via the City’s eProcurement Portal (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena). Refer to the Specifications for complete details and bidding requirements. The Specification and this Notice shall be considered a part of any contract made pursuant thereunder.

1.3. Pre-bid Conference

See the Timeline in the section named “Instructions to Bidders.” If there is a Mandatory pre-bid meeting, bidders are required to attend at the time, date, and location included in the Timeline Instructions to Bidders of this solicitation. If there is a Non-Mandatory pre-bid meeting, bidders not required to attend.

Each prospective bidder will have the opportunity to clarify and ask questions regarding these Specifications. The Pre-bid Meeting will be held at the time, date, and location in the Timeline of this solicitation.

1.4. Deadline for Questions

The deadline to submit questions related to this solicitation is Friday, June 23, 2023, prior to 11:00 am.

Questions regarding this solicitation should be submitted directly through the City’s eProcurement Portal (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena) Q&A function. Do not contact any other City employee or official regarding this solicitation. Any questions submitted after the date and time specified may not be considered.

1.5. Release Date Release Dated: Thursday, June 22, 2023

MIGUEL MÁRQUEZ

City Manager

Add Item

Publish June 22, 2023

PASADENA PRESS

CITY OF PASADENA

Notice Inviting Bids

For

Avenue 64 Complete Streets Project

3.1. Submitting Bids

Bids will be received electronically via the City’s eProcurement Portal no later than 2:00 pm on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 and will be opened at that time and date. A bid received after the time set for the bid opening shall not be considered. Bidders are required to submit their proposal/bid via the City’s eProcurement Portal.

Plans and Specifications are available at:

https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena

https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pasadena/projects/48413

Electronic Bid bond

3.2. Questions and Answers

Questions must be submitted via the City’s eProcurement Portal. Any questions submitted after 2:00 pm on Tuesday, July 11, 2023 will not be answered. During the bidding period, the City may find it necessary to issue addendum(a) to bid Specifications after those bid Specifications have been released. Only those parties that have registered with the City as a follower of a particular project will receive the addendum(a) for that project. The City is not responsible for notifications to those parties who do not directly register as a plan holder on the City’s database. It is the responsibility of all perspective Bidders to register on the City’s eProcurement Portal to ensure receipt of any addendum(a) prior to bid submittals. The City reserves the right to reject as nonresponsive any bid that fails to include the information required by any addendum(a) posted on the City’s website. The Bidder is required to acknowledge all addenda received in Bidder’s Proposal.

3.3. Pre Bid Meeting

See the Timeline in the “Instructions to Bidders” (#Instructions to Bidders). There is a Non-Mandatory pre-bid meeting bidders are not required to attend. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Thursday, July 6, 2023 at 2:00 pm. The pre-bid meeting will be held virtually using Microsoft Teams.

Microsoft Teams Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetupjoin/19%3ameeting_MWNhODk1MjItOTA4OS00ZjkzLThmYjgtNDA 1ZTg5YzQ2N2Iz%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2 282d9fc00-2c66-4402-a28f-c6bcdc32e491%22%2c%22Oid%22% 3a%229a42fd36-3132-41a8-9ff6-839248450bf0%22%7d

This meeting is to answer any questions regarding the project Plans and Specifications.

3.4. California Public Contract Code, § 3300

In accordance with the provisions of California Public Contract Code, § 3300, each Bidder must hold an active License “A” at the time of bid submission, except as to joint venture Bidders, who shall be licensed as provided in California Business and Professions Code, §§ 7029.1 and 7028.15(c).

Pursuant to the provisions of §§ 1770 to 1782 of the California Labor Code, the California Department of Industrial Relations has determined the general prevailing rate of wages in the county in which the work is to be done. A copy of the general prevailing rate of wages is on file with the City Engineer and is available for inspection and reference during regular business hours.

3.5. § 4104 of the California Public Contract Code

A Contractor or subcontractor shall not be qualified to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal, subject to the requirements of § 4104 of the California Public Contract Code, or engage in the performance of this public works project unless currently registered and qualified to perform public work pursuant to California Labor Code, § 1725.5. It is not a violation of California Labor Code, § 1771.1 for an unregistered Contractor to submit a bid that is authorized by § 7029.1 of the California Business and Professions Code or by §§ 10164 or 20103.5 of the California Public Contract Code, provided the Contractor is registered to perform public work pursuant to § 1725.5 at the time the contract is awarded.

3.6. Department of Industrial Relations

The Contractor must post job site notices prescribed by regulation in accordance with California Labor Code, § 1771.4.

This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations.

Contractors and subcontractors must furnish electronic certified payroll records directly to the California Labor Commissioner’s Office utilizing the Department of Industrial Relation’s electronic certified payroll reporting system.

3.7. Electronic Bid bond

Electronic Bid bond is required. Bidders must provide all required information for the City to verify the bond with their bid. The bond must meet the following requirements and characteristics: Bid security in the amount of five-percent (5%) of the total bid price in the form of a redeemable or callable electronic surety bond, meeting City requirements, must accompany all bids.

Bid Bond Instruction:

Electronic Bid bond is required. Bidders must provide all required information for the City to verify the bond with their bid (PDF file).

The bond must meet the following requirements and characteristics: Bid security in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total bid price in the form of a redeemable or callable electronic surety bond, meeting City requirements, must accompany all bids. If the Bidder to whom the contract is awarded shall for fifteen (15) calendar days after such award fail or neglect to enter into the contract with the required insurance documentation, submit the Construction & Demolition Waste Management Plan, and file the required bonds, the City may deposit in its treasury said bid security and, under no circumstances, shall it be returned to the defaulting Bidder. Failure to return signed contract with all the attachments stated above may result in having

the project awarded to the next lowest bidder.

Here is what bidders must provide to their bonding agent when trying to setup a bid bond for the City of Pasadena: The Project ID of the solicitation on which you are bidding. Your Contractor Vendor ID which is your Federal Tax ID or it’s equivalent. Both fields are required for validation. If you are having trouble finding these ID’s, please contact Surety2000 at 1-800-660-3263 or email help@ surety2000.com

3.8. Refer to the Specifications

Refer to the Specifications for complete details and bid requirements. The Specifications and this notice shall be considered a part of any contract made pursuant thereto.

Release Date: Thursday, June 22, 2023

MIGUEL MARQUEZ

City Manager

Publish June 22, 2023

PASADENA PRESS

Monterery Park City Notices

City of Monterey Park

Engineering Division

320 West Newmark Avenue Monterey Park, CA 91754

Tel. No: (626) 307-1320

Fax: (626) 307-2500

NOTICE INVITING BIDS

CITY PARKS PLAYGROUND REPLACEMENTS PROJECT

SPEC. NO. 2023-007

Contract Time: 90 Working Days; Liquidated Damages: $1,000 per working day.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The project consists of the sidewalk, installation of Poured in Place (PIP) playground surface, installation of the new play equipment, and other related work as shown on the plans on file with the City’s Public Works Department. Prevailing wages required. A 10% Bidder’s Bond is required with bid. Successful contractor will be required to provide: (1) Liability insurance with City of Monterey Park as addition insured endorsement; (2) Proof of workers’ compensation insurance coverage; (3) 100% Faithful Performance, (4) 100% Labor and Material Bond, and (5) DIR Registration.

Plans are available to download for a fee from QuestCDN; link on the City’s website www.montereypark.ca.gov/444/Bids-Proposals. Bid Package Cost: $42.00.

Bid Due Date and Time: Bids will be received via the online electronic bid service, Quest Construction Data Network (QuestCDN), www.questcdn.com, until 11:00 AM, Thursday, July 13, 2023. Questions? Please call: Ivan Daza, Contract Project Manager at (626) 307-1326.

Publish June 22 & 29, 2023 MONTEREY APRK PRESS

Probate Notices

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DOROTHY JEAN BELTON

CASE NO. 23STPB06242

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of DOROTHY JEAN BELTON.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by SONYA LYNN BELTON in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that SONYA LYNN BELTON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

CULVER CITY CA 90230

6/15, 6/19, 6/22/23 CNS-3710403# WEST COVINA PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: JOAN CAROL STACKHOUSE

AKA JOAN C. STACKHOUSE

CASE NO. 23STPB06328

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of JOAN CAROL STACKHOUSE AKA JOAN C. STACKHOUSE.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by PAUL W. STACKHOUSE in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that PAUL W. STACKHOUSE be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act.

(This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 08/31/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 5 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 09/01/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 5 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner LINDA TOROSSIAN - SBN 238456 TAYLOR SUMMERS & TOROSSIAN, P.C.

301 E COLORADO BLVD., STE 450 PASADENA CA 91101 6/19, 6/22, 6/26/23

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BALDWIN PARK PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: REYNARD GORDON BROOKS AKA REYNARD BROOKS

CASE NO. 23STPB06477

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the lost WILL or estate, or both of REYNARD GORDON BROOKS AKA REYNARD BROOKS.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by MARY ANN BROOKS in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

at 8:30AM in Dept. 67 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

FRED D. SOLDWEDEL, ESQ.SBN 149826, FRED D. SOLDWEDEL 301 E. COLORADO BLVD., #320 PASADENA CA 91101-1921 6/15, 6/19, 6/22/23

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PASADENA PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

MARIA RUFINA FITCHER DE RUIZ

CASE NO. 23STPB06413

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of MARIA RUFINA FITCHER DE RUIZ.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by JORGE RUIZ, JR. in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that JORGE RUIZ, JR. be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act with limited authority. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that MARY ANN BROOKS be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s lost WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The lost WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 07/19/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 67 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California

reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (800) 280-2832, or visit this internet website www.auction.com, using the file number assigned to this case 22-05123CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. File No.:22-05123CA If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. For Trustee Sale Information

Log On To: www.auction.com or Call: (800) 280-2832. Dated: June 2, 2023 By: Kellee Vollendorff Foreclosure Associate Affinia Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd., Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 (833) 290-7452 NPP0435998 To: WEST COVINA PRESS 06/22/2023, 06/29/2023, 07/06/2023

Fictitious Business

Name

Filings

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Jemtra Enterprise 5750 Division Street Suite 100A Riverside, CA 92506 Riverside County

Jayden Jemal Traylor, 415 Glenhill Drive, Riverside, CA 92507 Riverside County

This business is conducted by: a individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Sectiosn 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. Jayden Jemal Traylor

Statement filed with the County of Riverside on April 14, 2023

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business

Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code).

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk

File# 202305860

Pub. 05/11/2023, 05/18/2023, 05/25/2023, 06/01/2023

Riverside Independent

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT

File No. FBN20230004297

The following persons are doing business as: IRIE Smart Home Design, 27410 N Bay Rd, Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352. Mailing Address, PO Box 291, Blue Jay, CA 92317. Phoebe V Kimble, 27410 N. Bay Rd, Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352 (Owner) . County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on March 1, 2017. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Phoebe V Kimble. (Owner) This statement was

filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on April 27, 2023 Notice-

In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT

File No. 20230003514

The following persons are doing business as: Cool Premier Air, 512 W Lorraine Pl, Rialto, CA 92376. Antonio

any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business

NAME STATEMENT File No. 20230004865

guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) File#: FBN20230004297 Pub: 05/08/2023, 05/15/2023,

05/29/2023 San Bernardino Press

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 20230003064

The following persons are doing business as: Ojeda Construction, 512 W Lorraine Pl, Rialto, CA 92376. Marco

A Ojeda, 512 W Lorraine Pl, Rialto, CA 92376. (Owner) County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino

This business is conducted by: a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on January 1, 2023. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Marco

A Ojeda. (Owner) This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on March 27, 2023 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq.,

BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT File No. 20230003414

The following persons are doing business as: Circle K Store 1081, 1081 W Highland Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92405. MGM Oil, Inc (CA), 900 W 10th Street, Azusa, CA 91702; Maurice Maalouf, President. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on March 24, 2023. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code

Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Maurice Maalouf, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on April 3, 2023 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another

C Martinez, 512 W Lorraine Pl, Rialto, CA 92376. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on April 1, 2023. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Antonio C Martinez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on April 5, 2023 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) File#: 20230003514 Pub: 05/18/2023, 05/25/2023, 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023 San Bernardino Press

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20236663538. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: M Q Awnings, 15972 Carrie Ln, Huntington Beach, CA 92647. Full Name of Registrant(s) Mario Quintero, 15972 Carrie Ln, Huntington Beach, CA 92647. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on March 30, 2018. /S/ Mario Quintero. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on May 18, 2023. Publish: Anaheim Press 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023, 06/22/2023 SC

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20236663570. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: R L Distribution, Inc., 5267 Warner Ave Suite 137, Huntington Beach, CA 92649. Full Name of Registrant(s) R L Distribution, Inc (CA), 5267 Warner Ave Suite 137, Huntington Beach, CA 92649. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. R L Distribution, Inc..

/S/ Robert Eugene Littrell, Chief Executive Officer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on May 18, 2023. Publish: Anaheim Press 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023, 06/22/2023 JDC

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT

File No. 20230005465

The following persons are doing business as: Green View Tree Service, 5276 Phillips Blvd, Chino, CA 91710. Alvaro Paez Reyes, 5276 Phillips Blvd, Chino, CA 91710. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Alvaro Paez Reyes. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on May 25, 2023 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920.

A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after

Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code)

File#: 20230005465 Pub: 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023, 06/22/2023 San Bernardino Press JDC

NAME STATEMENT

File No. 20230004619

The following persons are doing business as: Children Dental Funone 17, 1280 E Washington Street, Suite B10, Colton, CA 92415. Rodef, Yaghoubi, & Robles Dental Office of Colton, Inc (CA), 2235A E Garvey Ave N, West Covina, CA 91791; FaraNemat Rodef, CEO. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on May 3, 2023. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct.

A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ FaraNemat Rodef, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on May 4, 2023 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code)

File#: 20230004619 Pub: 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023, 06/22/2023 San Bernardino Press JDC

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT

File No. 20230004864

The following persons are doing business as: Elite Outdoor Products, 1930 S Rochester Ave Suite 111, Ontario, CA 91761. Bonfire Production Corp (CA), 1930 S Rochester Ave Ste 111, Ontario, CA 91761; Jianying Yang, CEO. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Jianying Yang, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on May 10, 2023 NoticeIn accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code)

The following persons are doing business as: Bonfire Grills, 1930 S Rochester Ave Ste 111, Ontario, CA 91761. Bonfire production Corp (CA), 1930 S Rochester Ave Ste 111, Ontario, CA 91761; Jianying Yang, CEO. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino

This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Jianying Yang, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on May 10, 2023 NoticeIn accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code)

File#: 20230004865 Pub: 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023, 06/22/2023 San Bernardino Press JDC

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT

File No. 20230004860

The following persons are doing business as: Bonfire Outdoor, 1930 S Rochester Ave Ste 111, Ontario, CA 91761. Bonfire Production Corp (CA), 1930 S Rochester Ave Ste 111, Ontario, CA 91761; Jianying Yang, CEO. County of Principal

Place of Business: San Bernardino

This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Jianying Yang, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on May 10, 2023 Notice-

In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code)

File#: 20230004860 Pub: 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023, 06/22/2023

San Bernardino Press JDC

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Children Dental Funzone 9 5628 Van Buren Suite A Riverside, CA 92503

Riverside County Robles, Rodef & Yaghoubi Dental Corporation (CA), 2235A E Garvey Ave N, West Covina, CA 91791 Riverside County This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on June 1, 2018. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is

s. Fara Nemat Rodef, Secretary Statement filed with the County of Riverside on May 23, 2023

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# 202307953 Pub. 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023, 06/22/2023 Riverside Independent JDC

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). Legal Assistance Center (2). Lakeside Legal Document Assistant 570 Central Avenue Suite J4 Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 Mailing Address, 500 W. Graham Ave #780, Lake Elsinore, CA 92531. Riverside County Helen Martinez Frausto, 18923 Conard Avenue, Lake Elsinore, CA 92532 Riverside County

This business is conducted by: a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on February 1, 2003. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. Helen Martinez Frausto Statement filed with the County of Riverside on May 3, 2023

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code).

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# R-202306879 Pub. 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023, 06/22/2023 Riverside Independent

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Valdez Construction 678 Parkview Dr Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 Riverside County (1). Raul Alan Rojas Valdez, 678 Parkview Dr, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 (2). Silvia Vazquez, 678 Parkview Dr, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 Riverside County

This business is conducted by: a married couple. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on August 22, 2022. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. Raul Alan Rojas Valdez Statement filed with the County of Riverside on May 10, 2023

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious

business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code).

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk

File# R-202307241

Pub. 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023, 06/22/2023

Riverside Independent

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20236663357. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Vikingbags, 2701 E Saturn St#9, Brea, CA 92821. Full Name of Registrant(s) Crorama (CA), 18012 Cowan suite#200, Irvine, CA 92612. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on November 11, 2007.

Vikingbags. /S/ H Alamdar, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on May 16, 2023. Publish: Anaheim Press 06/01/2023, 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023, 06/22/2023

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as MENSGROOMINGSPOTLLC

68487 E Palm Canyon Dr Cathedral City, CA 92234 Riverside County

MENSGROOMINGSPOT LLC(CA), 189 International Blvd, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 Riverside County

This business is conducted by: a limited liability company (llc).

Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on December 1, 2018. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. Mark Okun, PRESIDENT

Statement filed with the County of Riverside on May 30, 2023

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business

Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code).

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk

File# R-202308299 Pub. 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023, 06/22/2023, 06/29/2023 Riverside Independent

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as EL REGIO CA 35251 Slater Ave Winchester, CA 92596 Riverside County AVILAS GROUP LLC (CA), 35251 Slater Ave, Winchester, CA 92596 Riverside County

This business is conducted by: a limited liability company (llc). Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein.

I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. Fernando Avila, president Statement filed with the County of Riverside on May 22, 2023

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# 202307872 Pub. 06/08/2023, 06/15/2023, 06/22/2023, 06/29/2023 Riverside Independent The following person(s) is (are) doing business as ACTIVE HEALTH SERVICES 2112 W Whittier Blvd STE 201 Montebello, CA 90640 Riverside County MEDI-ART HOME HEALTH CARE INC (CA), 2112 W Whittier Blvd STE 201, Montebello, CA 90640 Los Angeles County This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on May 15, 2023. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).) s. NIYATI PATEL, PRESIDENT Statement filed with the County of Riverside on May 31, 2023

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code).

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# 202308377 Pub.

Catalyst – San Bernardino LLC (CA), 401 Pine Ave, Long Beach, CA 90802; Elliot Lewis, Managing Member. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a limited liability company (llc). Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on May 24, 2023. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250- 6277). /s/ Elliot Lewis, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on June 9, 2023 NoticeIn accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920. A Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) File#: FBN20230005890 Pub: 06/15/2023, 06/22/2023, 06/29/2023, 07/06/2023 San Bernardino Press

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Proforma Graphic Printsource, inc. 310 S Maple St Suite D STE D Corona, CA 92878 Riverside County Graphic Printsource inc (CA), 310 S Maple St STE D, Corona, CA 92878 Riverside County

Riverside County

This business is conducted by: a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on June 14, 2023. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. Ivan Jauregui Ceja Statement filed with the County of Riverside on June 14, 2023

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code).

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# R-202309227 Pub. 06/22/2023, 06/29/2023, 07/06/2023, 07/13/2023 Riverside Independent

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Inland Empire Carpet Repair and Cleaning 23606 Breezy Meadow Ct Moreno Valley, CA 92557 Mailing Address, 32302 Alipaz St 95, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675. Riverside County Inland Empire Carpet Repair and Cleaning (CA), 32302 Alipaz St 95, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

Riverside County

This business is conducted by: a limited liability company (llc).

Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on March 14, 2022. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. alexis pantoja, ceo Statement filed with the County of Riverside on June 8, 2023

expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code).

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk File# 202309193 Pub. 06/22/2023, 06/29/2023, 07/06/2023, 07/13/2023

Riverside Independent

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Jenna Larson Consulting 160 W Foothill Pkwy, Suite 105-130 Corona, CA 92882 Riverside County Grouptrack llc (CA), 1283 STRAWCROSS LN, CORONA, CA 92882

Riverside County

This business is conducted by: a limited liability company (llc).

Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct.

(A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars

($1000).)

s. Jenna Larson, CEO Statement filed with the County of Riverside on June 2, 2023

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code).

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk

File# 202308582

The following persons are doing business as: Crys-Talls Creations, 314 West Belmont Street, Ontario, CA 91762. Crystal A Ramirez, 314 West Belmont Street, Ontario, CA 91762. County of Principal Place of Business: San Bernardino This business is conducted by: a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on May 15, 2023. By signing below, I declare that I have read and understand the reverse side of this form and that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions

This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on April 19, 2018. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. Linda Martinelli, President Statement filed with the County of Riverside on May 9, 2023

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code).

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Peter

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of the five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any changes in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., business and professions code).

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County, Clerk

File# 202308933 Pub. 06/22/2023, 06/29/2023, 07/06/2023, 07/13/2023

Riverside Independent

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as GreenDrop 350 N McKinley St Corona, CA 92879 Riverside County Mailing Address 11400 SE 6th st, Ste 125 Bellevue, WA 98004 King County TVI, Inc. (WA), 11400 SE 6th St Ste #125, Bellevue, WA 98004 King County This business is conducted by: a corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousands dollars ($1000).)

s. Richard Medway, Secretary Statement filed with the County of Riverside on June 14, 2023 NOTICE: In accordance with

Pub. 06/22/2023, 06/29/2023, 07/06/2023, 07/13/2023

Riverside Independent

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Grateful Construction 3704 Sandstone Ct Perris, CA 92570 Riverside County Shakoor Iban Aljuwani, 3704 Sandstone Ct, Perris, CA 92570 Riverside County

This business is conducted by: a individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. I declare that all the information

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will begin work on a $3.7 million bridge upgrade project on State Route 74, State Route 79, State Route 86, State Route 111, State Route 243, and Interstate 10. This project will take place in various locations throughout

Riverside County bridge upgrades coming in July

Riverside County. Construction is scheduled to begin in July after the July 4th holiday, weather permitting.

The project was awarded to Truesdell Corporation of CA, Inc. The project will include concrete overlay, replacement of joint seals on the bridges, and repair/ replace approach slabs.

By Staff

Work will take place in multiple locations in and near the cities of Riverside, Beaumont, San Jacinto, Perris, Hemet, Palm Springs and various unincorporated areas.

Hours of operation will be Monday through Friday from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.

One-way traffic control

with flagging operations will be in effect at each end of the bridge locations throughout the duration of the project. There will be intermittent traffic breaks with expected delays of 15 to 20 minutes during the construction process.

CHP will be on site to assist with traffic safety.

Corona Summer Street Fair set to return in July

By Staff

The Corona Summer Street Fair is scheduled to return next month, bringing live music, food and fun to the city's downtown area.

"Explore the delightful charm of our historic downtown as you leisurely stroll among a diverse array of food trucks, artisan crafts, and locally sourced products," Corona officials said in a statement. "The fair offers an interactive and friendly atmosphere enhanced by talented musicians playing their tunes."

Street fair events take place on Thursdays from 6-9 p.m. on the Historic Civic Center Front Lawn.

"Be sure to arrive early with your chair and blanket to savor the delicious food and drinks available for purchase," officials suggested. "Plus, for adults 21+, the Corona Parks Foundation will host a beer and wine garden for your enjoyment!"

The fair series is scheduled to start July 13th with live music from the band Latin Nation, who provide a very dance-able experience with a variety of Latin music including cumbia, salsa, merengue, quebradita and corrido, officials said.

On July 20, Yachty by Nature, a six-piece "yacht rock" tribute band will play music from some popular

artists of the late 1970s and early '80s including Michael McDonald, Hall and Oates, Steely Dan, Toto and many more.

On July 27, No Duh, a No Doubt & Gwen Stefani tribute band, will entertain event attendees with nostalgic visuals, fashion stylings and props reminiscent of No Doubt's classic music videos, complete with costume changes as well as a touch of humor, officials said. The group also includes songs from some old school the '90s most popular bands such as Sublime, Blink 182 and others.

The Corona Summer Street Fair series concludes

August 3rd with Stone Soul, a band officials described as "an 8-piece, horn-blowing foot-stomping, Classic Soul

& Motown tribute band that will be sure to entertain with their snazzy suits and spot-on renditions of Classic Soul &

Motown hits."

For more information, contact the city of Corona at 951-736-2241.

Riverside officials caution on use of illegal fireworks, announce July Fourth shows

As the Fourth of July approaches, Riverside officials announced two upcoming public fireworks displays and warned against the use of illegal fireworks.

The Riverside Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department will present the July Fourth fireworks shows at 9 p.m. at La Sierra Park, 5215 La Sierra Ave., and Mt. Rubidoux, 4706 Mt. Rubidoux St. Spectators are encouraged to bring their own blankets and refreshments. No access will be available at Carlson Dog Park or Mt. Rubidoux after 7 a.m. on July 4.

"The City of Riverside encourages residents to enjoy the fireworks at these parks

and not engage in personal fireworks usage," officials said in a statement. "All fireworks are illegal within city limits, and anyone found using illegal fireworks is subject to a $1,000 fine."

Officials also warned that "fireworks cause injuries in adults and children, spark fires that can endanger firefighters and the public, create stress for veterans with PTSD, and terrify many animals. The City has sent warning letters to people who have been cited in the past and to addresses identified as fireworks sites."

To report illegal fireworks, members of the public should call the city's 311 line, or 951-826-5311, during regular business hours.

By Staff

"For the best response after regular business hours, use the 311 mobile app," which accepts anonymous tips, or the city's website: https:// crmweb.riversideca.gov, officials said. "Calls made after regular working hours will be directed to a non-emergency dispatcher to document information for follow-up."

Authorities advised that "imminent threats to life or property" involving fireworks require a 911 call. Non-emergency calls may also be placed to the Riverside Police Department at 951-354-2007.

"The City continually promotes an anti-fireworks message in hopes that residents will refrain from purchasing fireworks when they become available in

before the holiday," officials said.

| Photo by NatalieZera/Envato Elements

| Photos courtesy of the city of Corona

| Map courtesy of Caltrans

The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Riverside County dropped two-tenths of a cent Wednesday to $4.81, its seventh decrease in eight days.

The average price has dropped 4.3 cents over the past eight days, including a half-cent Tuesday, according to figures from the AAA and the Oil Price Information Service. It is 3 cents less than one week ago and $1.478 lower than one year ago but 3.8 cents more than one month ago.

The average price has

Slight decrease extends run of dropping Riverside County average gas prices

By City News Service

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Palacios is being held on $1 million bail at the Byrd Detention Center.

According to court documents, the defendant allegedly wanted revenge against Carrillo because he believed the victim had orchestrated a home invasion robbery at his girlfriend's house in October 2012.

During Mejia's trial, the prosecution contended that Palacios had been looking for Carrillo over a weeks-long span. Mejia volunteered to act as the hit man, later telling sheriff's investigators that he had control of both handguns used to carry out the killing, according to a trial brief filed by the District Attorney's Office.

On June 6, 2013, Palacios received word Carrillo was in his neighborhood, only a block away, near the intersection of Las Rosas Drive and Osprey Street, at which point the defendant allegedly picked up Mejia in his girlfriend's four-door Honda Accord. The pair then set off to find the victim's Ford Excursion, according to prosecutors.

Within minutes, they encountered the SUV heading northbound on Las

dropped $1.563 since rising to a record $6.373 on Oct. 5.

A run of seven decreases in eight days to the national average price totaling 1.7 cents ended with an increase of fourtenths of a cent to $3.581. It is 1 cent less than one week ago and $1.387 lower than one year ago but 4.2 cents more than one month ago.

The national average price has dropped $1.435 since rising to a record $5.016 on June 14, 2022.

"It has been a quiet week for the national

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Rosas, where the defendants allegedly pulled directly into the larger vehicle's path, forcing Carrillo to slam on his brakes.

Mejia jumped out of the Honda with a .40-caliber pistol, firing 14 rounds, several of which struck the victim in the upper body, prosecutors said. The defendant later told detectives that when he ran out of bullets, he returned to the car and retrieved a 9 mm handgun, then walked to the driver's side window of the Excursion and fired two more shots, striking Carrillo in the face and head.

Prosecutors said the victim was holding up his hands in an attempt to shield himself from the bullets as he was shot. He died at the scene.

Palacios allegedly admitted to his girlfriend that evening that he and Mejia had gunned down Carrillo, and that the two men were planning to flee south of the border.

Less than two weeks later, sheriff's detectives located Mejia's ex-wife and four children residing in an apartment on Sunrise Way in Palm Springs. The woman revealed that the defendants had appeared at her residence on

average, with little overall movement in average gas prices nationally even as oil prices have been a bit unstable," said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, which provides real-time gas price information from more than 150,000 stations.

"While the uncertainty over the direction of the economy is a major player in preventing oil's rise, inventories of oil and gasoline do remain tight, preventing much additional downward movement as well."

Illegal kickbacks

the night of June 18 and left three hours later.

An investigator said when he called Mejia's mobile phone, the defendant "stated he was already in Mexico," according to court records.

Mejia was taken into custody near Mexico City on Feb. 20, 2015, after more than 18 months on the run. He was extradited back to the U.S. and tried.

Palacios also allegedly hid out in Mexico but returned to the U.S. and was located and arrested without incident in Los Angeles in March 2019.

He has prior misdemeanor convictions for illegal possession of a controlled substance, making criminal threats and domestic abuse, court records show.

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gain an unfair advantage, it jeopardizes the health and well-being of those who rely on its services. These illegal schemes also make public services and programs costlier, and ultimately waste valuable taxpayer dollars."

“Kickbacks can impair the independence of physician decision-making and waste taxpayer dollars,” said Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Brian M. Boynton, head of the U.S. Justice Department’s Civil Division. “The Department is committed to preventing illegal financial relationships that undermine the integrity of our public healthcare programs.”

The settlement is a result of an investigation by the California Department of Justice’s Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse (DMFEA), the United States Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California and the U.S. Department of Justice. Investigators found evidence that from January 2009 through December 2019, Rockport and Alta Vista paid illegal kickbacks, in the form of cash, gifts, and salaries, to certain Riverside-area doctors to induce them to refer Medi-Cal and Medicare beneficiaries to Alta Vista, in violation of the federal Anti-Kickback Statute. These referrals resulted in millions of dollars in Medicare and Medi-Cal reimbursement to Alta Vista and Rockport. Inducing or rewarding doctors to steer or refer Medi-Cal and Medicare patients is unlawful under both California and federal law because it can lead to over-utilization of publicly-funded health care services, increased costs for public programs, corruption in medical decision-making, and unfair competition.

DMFEA protects Californians by investigating and prosecuting those who defraud the Medi-Cal program as well as those who commit elder abuse. DMFEA receives 75% of its funding from HHS under a grant award totaling $53,792,132 for federal fiscal year 2022-2023. The remaining 25% is funded by the State of California. The federal fiscal year is defined as through September 30, 2023.

The claims resolved by the settlement are allegations only, and there has been no determination of liability.

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