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Orange County judge ordered to stand trial in wife’s shooting death Alhambra PRESS

AnOrangeCounty SuperiorCourt judge who allegedly admitted killing his wife was ordered Thursday to stand trial on a murder charge stemming from her shooting during an argument at their Anaheim Hills home.

Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Eleanor J. Hunter rejected a defense motion to dismiss the case against Jeffrey Ferguson, who is charged in the Aug. 3, 2023, killing of his 65-yearold wife Sheryl.

Defense attorney T. Edward Welbourn argued that there was insufficient evidence to require his client to stand trial on the murder charge, noting that the only eyewitness — one of the couple’s sons — told police that he felt the shooting was accidental.

The case was moved to Los Angeles County because of Ferguson’s ties with the Orange County court system.

The hearing in a downtown Los Angeles courtroom included testimony from three Anaheim police officers and a police detective who responded to the scene after one of the couple’s sons called 911 to report the shooting.

Officer Andrew Compton said Ferguson spontaneously said, “I just killed my wife,” after he was taken that night to the Anaheim Police Department’s headquarters.

Two other officers, Brandon Lander and Joshua Juntilla, testified that Ferguson had told police, “Shoot me,” while he was outside the family’s home.

Juntilla — who said he smelled an odor of alcohol emanating from Ferguson — testified that the defendant spontaneously said, “What did I do? My son will hate

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me forever. Can you have my son come over ... and punch me in the face because I deserve it.”

He described Ferguson’s demeanor as “shock” and “regret,” and said he remembered seeing tears from Ferguson’s eyes and eventually informed him that his wife was dead after Ferguson had repeatedly asked about her condition.

Anaheim Police Det. Michael Nguyen said he spoke three times with the couple’s son, Phillip, who described his parents as routinely having verbal arguments that had never been physical.

The police detective said the couple’s son accompanied his mother and father to dinner that night at a Mexican restaurant, where the couple verbally argued. He said his father “made a hand gesture in the shape of a gun” and “pointed it at his

mother,” who then walked out of the restaurant.

When the family got home from dinner, they proceeded to watch the TV series “Breaking Bad” and the argument resumed, the couple’s son told police.

The detective said the couple’s son — who was getting ready to go outside through a sliding glass door — told police that he heard his mother say something like “Why don’t you point a real gun at me?” and that he saw his father holding a firearm in his right hand that immediately went off.

The couple’s son said he jumped over the couch to pin his father’s hand and get the gun away from him after the shooting because he was worried his father might hurt himself, according to the detective.

The couple’s son told police that he felt “alcohol may have played a role” in what happened.

“He said his father told him to call 911,” the detective said, noting that the last thing the couple’s son heard his mother say was, “He shot me.”

Under cross-examination, the detective said the couple’s son said he had never seen his father make a hand gesture to his mother like the one he made at dinner that night and that he described his father as very safe with his weapons.

During at least one interview with police, the couple’s son described his father as being a “terrible shot” and said he felt that his father had shot his mother by accident.

He said one of the reasons the couple’s son thought it may have been accidental was because his father “never shoots onehanded,” the detective testified, noting that the couple’s son described going to the shooting range with his father.

Lander testified that he went inside the house after Ferguson was detained, and found the woman on her back near the rear sliding glass door, noticed blood on her chest area and pulled her away from the confined area in an attempt to render aid.

“Did any of it appear to be working?” prosecutor Seton Hunt asked.

“No,” the officer responded. “Medics came and they pronounced her deceased.”

He said he saw a chair or couch tipped over, but didn’t get close enough to notice any damage.

Nguyen, who went inside

LA’s Vegan Food Bank provides healthy meals to low-income Angelenos

LA County board to consider putting

homelessness measure on November ballot

By City News Service

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors next week will consider placing on the November ballot an initiative that would repeal the county’s quartercent sales tax for homelessness-prevention measures and replace it with an indefinite half-cent sales tax to be used for the same purpose.

Last Tuesday, the county Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk’s Office announced that backers of the Affordable Housing, Homelessness Solutions and Prevention Now measure had collected enough valid signatures to get the initiative on the ballot.

Supporters of the measure said last month they submitted more than 410,000 petition signatures, well above the required 238,922.

With signatures verified, the issue will move to the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday. The board will have the choice of immediately placing the initiative on the November ballot or requesting a full report on the measure, which would be brought back within 30 days to the board, which will then place the measure on the ballot.

The proposed ballot measure would repeal Measure H, a quarter-cent sales tax approved by county voters in 2017, and replace it with a half-cent sales tax to create a dedicated stream of revenue to address homelessness. Measure H had a 10-year lifespan, meaning it is set to expire in 2027.

The new proposed measure, if approved by voters, would not have a sunset date.

Backers say the new initiative would be a game changer for the county and its approach to addressing the homelessness crisis. Proponents have said the measure would produce $1.2 billion annually.

The coalition of support-

ers includes more than 80 organizations such as the LA County Federation of Labor, California Community Foundation, United Way of Greater Los Angeles, Los Angeles/ Orange Counties Building and Construction Trades Council, SEIU 721, among others. They aim to focus more funding generated by the halfcent sales tax to build more affordable housing, increase access to mental health and substance abuse treatment, and bolster accountability measures — including a legal requirement to deliver results.

The proposed ballot measure notes that 60% of the revenue would cover costs for homelessness services and 15% of that would be distributed to cities based on the annual point-in-time count of homeless people. Another 35.75% would support the L.A. County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency, which was created last year by the state Legislature to oversee homeless solutions.

“We need to fundamentally change how we approach our homelessness and housing crisis, and this measure does that by focusing on mental health care, housing affordability and legal requirements that we see results,” Miguel Santana, CEO of the California Community Foundation and a former Los Angeles city administrative officer, said in a statement.

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Judge Jeffrey Feguson accompanied by his wife Sheryl takes the Superior Court oath. | Photo courtesy of Orange County

Police remove pro-Palestine encampment from Cal State LA; no arrests

By City News Service

Less than a week after protesters occupied and vandalized a campus building, a pro-Palestine encampment at Cal State Los Angeles has been dismantled and was no longer on campus Tuesday. No arrests were reported.

California Highway Patrol officers moved in on the encampment early Monday afternoon. Campus spokesman Erik Frost Hollins told City News Service only seven people were still in the camp, and all of them voluntarily dispersed when police ordered them to vacate. He said there was no use of force by officers and no arrests were made.

The encampment had been on campus for more than 40 days. CSULA President Berenecea Johnson Eanes said last week that as long as the encampment remained peaceful, the university had allowed it to remain during discussions with protest leaders about their demands.

That changed June 12, when an unknown number of protesters staged an occupation of four floors inside the Student Services Building on campus, barricading the doors and prompting employees — including Eanes — to shelter in place in their offices. During the ensuing hours, the protesters did extensive damage to the building, including spray painting windows, walls and furniture, and shattering at least one glass office door. Patio furniture and golf carts were overturned to create a makeshift barricade around the front of the building.

Hollins said last week police were able to escort some employees out of the building within a few hours of the occupation beginning. He said Eanes was among about 12 administrators who were initially sheltering in place inside the building.

“There were a dozen,

then it got down to maybe half a dozen administrators who remained in the building to work the situation throughout the evening,” he said.

Eanes and the remaining administrators left the building shortly after midnight June 12.

Around 1 a.m. June 13, most protesters left the building voluntarily and returned to the existing pro-Palestine encampment on the campus. A remaining handful were coaxed out by university officials a short time later.

Later on June 13, Eanes issued a public message

— three employees and one student — were assaulted by protesters during the occupation, although no other details were released.

“A trust we had in the encampment to practice non-violence has been violated,” Eanes said in her statement to the “Golden Eagle Community” released June 13. “Trust is a hard thing to restore, but we will do the work together.”

A criminal investigation was underway, but there were no reports of any arrests tied to the occupation or vandalism of the building.

All classes at the main CSULA campus have met

condemning the actions of the protesters, and saying the pro-Palestine protesters needed to leave the encampment.

“The encampment has crossed a line,” Eanes said. “Those in the encampment must leave.”

Eanes also said in her statement that four people

remotely since the occupation. On Monday Hollins said classes would meet remotely again on Tuesday, and officials planned to “reassess after that.”

“For 40 days, there has been an encampment on our campus,” Eanes said earlier this month. “We have been in ongoing formal and

informal communication with the encampment and its advisers. I went into the encampment twice. I made significant commitments on transparency, respectful conversations, and mental health support. These are all within my authority and aligned with our first principles as a university.

“So long as the encampment remained non-violent, I was committed that the university would continue to talk,” Eanes said. Referring to the night of the building occupation, she said “those involved with the encampment chose violence and destruction. Our chief concern at Cal State LA has always been the safety and security of all involved: our students, faculty, staff, public, and protesters.

“Yet, the significant damage to SSB will affect student-facingservices: includingadmissions, records, accessible tech-

nology, basic needs, new student and family engagement, Dreamer resources, and educational opportunity programs. It will take time to restore all those spaces and divert significant resources that would otherwise go to academics, student services or operations.”

Eanes said she was “saddened” and “angry” about the June 12 events.

The Cal State Los Angeles chapter of Students for Justice in Palestine wrote earlier on its Instagram page, which has since been taken down, that Eanes “continues to dance around and repress our divestment demands,” referencing calls for the university to halt any funding or financial support of businesses tied to Israel.

“We’ve been waiting for a response to our demands for 18 days,” according to the group. “There is no more time to spare while families are being massacred by

U.S. Imperialism with each minute that passes.”

The California State University system “does not intend to alter existing investment policies related to Israel or the Israel-Hamas conflict,” according to a statement from the Office of the Chancellor issued April 30.

“Because of state law and CSU’s investment policies restrictions, the CSU does not invest in direct stocks or equities in any companies. The system does invest in mutual funds, bonds, and other instruments.

“Through careful management of the university funds, CSU investments provide a stable revenue stream that benefits our students and faculty, and supports our critical campus facilities, scholarships, and other key elements of our educational mission.

“While the CSU affirms the right of our community members to express diverse viewpoints, a divestment of this sort impinges on the academic freedom of our students and faculty and the unfettered exchange of ideas on our campuses.”

CSU Chancellor Mildred García also condemned the actions of the protesters earlier this month.

“What happened at Cal State LA yesterday was unacceptable,” Garcia said in a statement. “I want to be clear: The CSU has demonstrated that we value free speech and peaceful protest, but we do not condone unlawful acts that put people at risk. Vandalism, destruction of property, assault, looting are not free speech, they are not protected activities.

“I and my office are in close contact with President Eanes and will be providing her and her team the support they need as they assess the damage that has been done and begin to heal as a community.”

Recall of Anaheim Councilwoman Rubalcava officially fails

By Staff

Orange County Registrar of Voters Bob Page on Wednesday certified the results of the June 4 recall election, confirming preliminary results indicating the effort to unseat Anaheim District 3 Councilwoman Natalie Rubalcava has failed.

“No” votes against recall-

ing Rubalcava totaled 3,240, and “yes” votes to remove her from office totaled 2,775, according to the registrar, who will provide the certified results to the Anaheim City Clerk for the City Council to officially declare the election results no later than July 28 as required by law.

Voter turnout for the recall election was 23.3%. Of the ballots counted, 95.1% were vote-by-mail and 4.9% were in-person and cast at county vote centers.

Prior to the Page’s election certification, a 1% “manual tally audit” was completed to verify

the results of the election, according to the registrar’s office.

“The legally required audit examined and manually tallied 872 ballots from one precinct chosen at random,” according to a registrar’s office statement. “The hand count

results were then compared with the election results that were produced by the County’s voting system.”

Details on the audit are online at ocvote.gov/audit.

Election workers also conducted logic and accuracy testing of Orange County’s voting system

equipment and software last week.

“Test ballots were fed through all ballot scanning devices used in the election, and all the votes on the test ballots were accurately

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A6 books that explain the history and meaning of Juneteenth

By Corey D. B. Walker, The Conversation via Stacker

fter decades of being celebrated at mostly the local level, Juneteenth — the long-standing holiday that commemorates the arrival of news of emancipation and freedom to enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas, in 1865 — became a federal holiday in 2021.

In honor of this year’s Juneteenth, The Conversation reached out to Wake Forest University humanities professor Corey D. B. Walker for a list of readings that can help people better understand the history and meaning of the observance. Below, Walker recommends six books.

‘On Juneteenth’

Combining history and memoir, Annette GordonReed’s “On Juneteenth” offers a moving history of African American life and culture through the prism of Juneteenth. The award-winning Harvard historian presents an intimate portrait of the experiences of her family and her memories of life as an African American girl growing up in segregated Texas. The essays in her book invite readers to enter a world shaped by the forces of freedom and slavery.

Reed’s exploration of the history and legacy of Juneteenth is a poignant reminder of the hard history all Americans face.

informed faculty that classes would not be held on Juneteenth. In Milwaukee, the local Juneteenth parade includes a group known as the Black Cowboys riding their horses along Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.

Juneteenth celebrations also feature cultural fairs and exhibitions, artistic performances and historical reenactments. Lectures and public conversations, community feasts and religious services are also part of the celebrations.

‘Juneteenth’

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‘O Freedom! AfroAmerican Emancipation Celebrations’

William H. Wiggins Jr.’s “O Freedom! Afro-American Emancipation Celebrations” is the historical standard for African American emancipation celebrations. It offers an accessible and well-researched account of the emergence and evolution of Juneteenth.

Wiggins brings together oral history with archival research to share the stories of how African Americans celebrated emancipation. It explains how Juneteenth is part of the tapestry of emancipation celebrations. These celebrations included such dates as Jan. 1 in North Carolina; April 3 in Richmond, Virginia; and April 16 in Washington, D.C.

What began as a local holiday has evolved into a national celebration.

Juneteenth celebrations are known for the variety of programs and events that highlight African American history and culture. In the 1960s, students at Prairie View A&M University in Prairie View, Texas,

Ralph Ellison, perhaps best known for his novel “Invisible Man,” offers multiple meanings of Juneteenth in African American and American life in his posthumously published novel “Juneteenth.”

The ambivalence of Juneteenth is of a freedom delayed but not denied. Ellison’s spiraling novel captures this in the entangled and tragic lives of the racist Senator Sunraider — previously known as Bliss — and the minister who raised him, the Rev. A. Z. Hickman.

For Ellison, Juneteenth represents more than just a celebration of emancipation. It also represents the shared fate of white Americans and African Americans in the quest to create a just and equal society.

The promise and peril of Juneteenth is elegantly captured in Hickman’s words, “There’s been a heap of Juneteenths before this one and I tell you there’ll be a heap more before we’re truly free!”

‘Festivals of Freedom: Memory and Meaning in African American Emancipation Celebrations, 1808-1915’

Mitch Kachun’s book, “Festivals of Freedom:

Memory and Meaning in African American Emancipation Celebrations, 18081915,” traces the history of emancipation celebrations and their influence on African American identity and community.

Juneteenth joined a longer tradition of emancipation celebrations. Those celebrations included ones at the end of the transAtlantic slave trade in the United States on Jan. 1, 1808. They also included the August First Day/West India Day celebrations that marked the abolition of slavery throughout the British Empire on Aug. 1, 1834.

With an eye for historical detail, Kachun narrates a complex history of how Juneteenth and other freedom festivals shaped African American identity and political culture. The celebrations also displayed competing meanings of African American identity.

In Washington, D.C., in the late 19th century, different groups of African Americans held distinct celebrations.

These variations underscored tensions around political ideals, status and identity. Kachun’s book reminds us that Juneteenth served as a crucible for forging a collective and contested sense of African American community.

‘Rites of August First: Emancipation Day in the Black Atlantic World’

Similar to Kachun’s book, Howard University historian Jeffrey R. KerrRitchie’s “Rites of August First: Emancipation Day in the Black Atlantic World” reminds readers of a broader history and geography of emancipation celebrations.

Kerr-Ritchie focuses on how various African American communities adopted and adapted West India Day celebrations. He also explores how they created meaning and culture in celebrating the abolition of slavery in the British West Indies.

Kerr-Ritchie’s book details how these celebrations moved across political borders and boundaries.

‘Juneteenth: The Story Behind the Celebration’ Contemporary invocations of Juneteenth often overlook its military history.

Edward T. Cotham Jr.’s “Juneteenth: The Story Behind the Celebration” fills the void by exploring the Civil War origins of Juneteenth.

Cotham renders explicit the military context leading up to the events on June 19, 1865, in Galveston. This is when enslaved Black people there finally got word that they had been freed more than two years prior.

Cotham reminds readers that the history of the holiday observance involves ordinary actions of many individual people whose names may not be widely known.

Collectively, these books about Juneteenth offer fresh perspectives on the history and culture of African Americans on a quest to fully express their freedom. Juneteenth is also an invitation for all Americans to continue to learn about and strive for freedom for all people.

This story was produced by The Conversation and reviewed and distributed by Stacker Media. This article was copy edited from its original version. Republished pursuant to a CC BY-NC 4.0 license.

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Biden’s new immigration policy offers relief to undocumented spouses

By HeyWire AI

In a landmark move, President Joe Biden announced a sweeping immigration policy on Tuesday, aiming to extend protections to undocumented residents married to U.S. citizens.

The new executive order stands to significantly impact California, home to the largest number of undocumented individuals in the nation. According to the Migration Policy Institute, approximately 315,000 undocumented Californians are married to U.S. citizens, though it remains uncertain how many will qualify under the new policy’s specific criteria.

To be eligible, undocumented spouses must have resided in the U.S. for at least a decade, be married to a U.S. citizen as of June 17, 2024, and possess a clean criminal record. The rule also extends to stepchildren under 21 years old. White House estimates suggest the policy could protect over half a million spouses and children nationwide from deportation, with the possibility of eventually applying

for citizenship.

“California wins big with this executive order,” commented Angelica Salas, executive director of the Coalition For Humane Immigrant Rights.

Senior administration officials have highlighted that those eligible have lived in the U.S. for an average of 23 years, signifying deeprooted ties to the community.

President Biden introduced the policy during an event marking the 12th anniversary of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), the Obama-era initiative that shields individuals brought to the U.S. as children from deportation. Additionally, the administration unveiled plans to expedite work visas for DACA recipients and other DREAMers who have obtained degrees and job offers in their fields of study.

“There will be tears of joy paired with sighs of relief as the significance of these executive actions by President Biden sets in for these families,” remarked Rep.

Nanette Barragán, chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus. Barragán lauded the move as “the most significant protections for immigrant families” since DACA’s inception in 2012.

Traditionally, an undocumented person married to a U.S. citizen must return to their home country to obtain a green card, a process that can take up to 10 years and serves as a major obstacle for many families. The newly announced program permits approved immigrant spouses to remain in the U.S. while applying for permanent residency, providing them three years to apply. They are also eligible for work authorization during this period.

Despite the positive reception among immigrant advocacy groups, the policy is expected to face legal challenges. It arrives two weeks after the Biden administration’s contentious decision to temporarily close the Southern border to asylum seekers entering illegally, a move

currently under legal dispute by advocacy groups. Salas emphasized the complexity of the immigration issue, stating, “It’s a good day for those families, even as we know that we have millions and millions of people who still need a solution.”

Unsurprisingly, the announcement has drawn sharp criticism from Republicans. Former President Donald Trump, the GOP’s leading presidential candidate, denounced the executive order on his social media platform, Truth Social. “Biden is

preparing to give MASS AMNESTY to hundreds of thousands of illegal aliens!” he exclaimed. “This is unsustainable and can’t be allowed to continue! On day one, we will SHUT DOWN THE BORDER and start deporting millions of Biden’s Illegal Criminals.”

President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden attend a press conference Tuesday. | Screenshot courtesy of the White House

DOJ: Sinaloa cartel laundered money through Chinese underground banking in LA area

By Staff

The Justice Department Tuesday announced a 10-count superseding indictment charging Los Angeles-based associates of Mexico’s Sinaloa drug cartel with conspiring with money-laundering groups linked to Chinese underground banking to launder drug trafficking proceeds. During the conspiracy, more than $50 million in drug proceeds flowed between the Sinaloa Cartel associates and Chinese underground money exchanges, DOJ said.

Following close coordination with the Justice Department, Chinese and Mexican law enforcement informed United States authorities that those countries recently arrested fugitives named in the superseding indictment who fled the United States after they were initially charged last year.

The multi-year investigation into this conspiracy— dubbed “Operation Fortune Runner”—resulted in a superseding indictment returned on April 4 and unsealed last Monday charging a total of 24 defendants with one count of conspiracy to aid and abet the distribution of cocaine and methamphetamine, one count of conspiracy to launder monetary instruments, and one count of conspiracy to operate an unlicensed money transmitting business.

The superseding indictment alleges that a Sinaloa Cartel-linked money laundering network collected and, with help from a San Gabriel Valley-based money transmitting group with links to Chinese underground banking, processed large amounts of drug proceeds in U.S. currency in the Los Angeles area. They then allegedly concealed their drug trafficking proceeds and made the proceeds generated in the United States accessible to cartel members in Mexico and elsewhere.

Lead defendant Edgar Joel Martinez-Reyes, 45, of East Los Angeles, and others allegedly used a variety of methods to hide the money’s source, including trade-based money laundering, “structuring” assets to avoid federal financial reporting requirements, and the purchase of cryptocurrency.

Twenty of the individuals charged in the superseding indictment are expected to be arraigned in the U.S. District Court in downtown Los Angeles in the coming weeks, including one who was arraigned last Monday.

“Dangerous drugs like

fentanyl and methamphetamine are destroying people’s lives but drug traffickers only care about their profits,” said United States Attorney Martin Estrada. “To protect our community, therefore, it is essential that we go after the sophisticated, international criminal syndicates that launder the drug money.”

“Drug traffickers generate immense amounts of cash through their illicit operations. This case is a prime example of Chinese money launderers working hand in hand with drug traffickers to try to legitimize profits generated by drug activities,” said Chief Guy Ficco of IRS Criminal Investigation.

As part of this investigation, law enforcement has seized approximately $5 million in narcotics proceeds, 302 pounds of cocaine, 92 pounds of methamphetamine, 3,000 Ecstasy pills, 44 pounds of psilocybin (magic mushrooms), numerous ounces of ketamine, three semi-automatic rifles with high-capacity magazines, and eight semi-automatic handguns.

According to DOJ, the Sinaloa Cartel is largely responsible for the massive influx of fentanyl into the United States over the past approximately eight years, and for the accompanying violence and deaths that have afflicted communities on both sides of the border.

According to the superseding indictment, from October 2019 to October 2023, members and operatives of the Sinaloa Cartel imported large quantities of narcotics, including fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine, into the United States, generating huge sums of drug cash proceeds in U.S. dollars.

In January 2021, MartinezReyes allegedly traveled to Mexico to meet with Sinaloa Cartel members to strike a deal with money remitters with links to Chinese underground banking to launder drug trafficking proceeds in the United States. After the

deal was struck, the Sinaloa Cartel—through their connections and associates—distributed cocaine, methamphetamine, and other narcotics, generating U.S. dollars as drug proceeds.

Martinez-Reyes and other conspirators allegedly then delivered the currency— frequently in amounts of hundreds of thousands of U.S. dollars in cash—to other members of the Chinese underground money exchange and remitting organizations to be laundered for a fee. The remitting organizations possessed large amounts of U.S. currency and could help wealthy Chinese nationals evade China’s currency controls.

The money remitters allegedly disposed of the drug proceeds by either delivering United States currency directly to their money exchange customers or by purchasing real or personal property, including luxury goods and cars to be shipped to China. Additionally, the remitters also moved illicit drug proceeds through cryptocurrency transactions. They also allegedly used a variety of traditional methods to place the funds into the traditional banking system such as purchasing cashier’s checks, or “structuring,” that is, depositing small amounts at a time into bank accounts opened for this purpose to avoid banks from reporting large cash deposits to the U.S. government.

The remaining seven counts charge individual defendants with crimes such as possession of pound quantities of cocaine and methamphetamine, structuring funds to avoid federal reporting requirements placed on banks, and one count of assault with a deadly weapon on a federal officer.

If convicted of all charges, each defendant faces a mandatory minimum of 10 years in prison and a maximum penalty of life in prison.

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The gamification wave: How gambling is entering arcades across the US

By Jake Kring-Schreifels, ATS.io via Stacker

In between Dave & Buster's screen-lit aisles and makeshift arenas, it's not unusual to see groups of friends competing with each other. At each of the arcade chain's more than 222 franchises throughout the country, there's just about every kind of friendly physical and virtual game — Hot Shots basketball, Skee-Ball, air hockey, billiards, virtual car racing, and shooting — to master. And that is just the beginning. ATS.io mapped how gambling is entering arcades across the United States and the implications for these two industries.

In a partnership with technology company Lucra, Dave & Buster's announced in April 2024 that it plans to allow customers to bet on its arcade games through a social wagering channel on its app.

The gamification software will accommodate peer-topeer digital cash bets on "skill-based" games, otherwise defined as "recreational activities for which the outcome is largely or entirely dependent on the knowledge, ability, strength, speed, endurance, intelligence of the participants and is subject to the control of those participants," Lucra Chief Operating Officer Michael Madding told the New York Times.

In the process, loyalty members will be able to digitally wager on each other's recreational abilities, earn various rewards and unlock exclusive perks, effectively merging sports betting and arcade fandom together.

"This new partnership gives our loyalty members real-time, unrivaled gaming experiences, and reinforces our commitment to continuing to elevate our customer experience through innovative, cutting-edge technology," Simon Murray, senior vice president of entertainment and attractions at Dave & Buster's, said in the company's initial press release.

Gambling and gamifi-

cation's intertwined fates

The decision to enter the betting fray is the latest example of an arcade or casino investing in gamification to capitalize on the exponential growth of gambling. As of May 2024, close to 40 states have legalized sports betting, which achieved record revenues of $10.9 billion in 2023, according to the American Gaming Association, thanks to maturation across existing and newer markets, such as Massachusetts and Ohio.

In the same year, more traditional and regulated casino slots and table games at brick-and-mortar establishments grossed a record $49.4 billion. That doesn't even mention the soaring estimations for the fantasy sports market, which projects to reach $56.36 billion in 2030, according to a report by Grand View Research.

"A lot of these new skill games are riding the wave of the sports betting and fantasy sports boom," Daniel Wallach, a gaming law and sports betting attorney, told ATS.io. "If fantasy sports is a legal game of skill, and it falls outside the gambling prohibitions under state law, then that could potentially

apply to myriad other skill games. That's what Dave & Buster's is banking on."

Still, there are potential consequences and uphill battles. Over the last couple of years, numerous "adult arcades" attempting to circumvent state laws with gambling games have been raided by authorities — namely in Florida, where slot machines are illegal unless they're at casinos or parimutuels.

Depending on the state and how Dave & Buster's plans to operate its social wagering, the chain may also face legal hurdles. But according to Wallach, as long as an arcade isn't acting as "the house" and setting odds, "in most jurisdictions, the peer-to-peer product is, legally, the path of least resistance."

A bid to remain relevant

In a post-pandemic world, finding new ways to attract and retain customers has become paramount for big entertainment venues. Until about a decade ago, publications were still delivering eulogies for the arcade, which struggled to compete with home video game consoles.

In a 2013 story for The

argued: "The economics aren't there anymore, the community support never was, and, of course, gaming companies make a killing in the home — almost none are even producing cabinets anymore."

To reinvent themselves, many arcades have introduced more hospitality elements and virtual/augmented reality opportunities, hoping newer social technology might lure customers back. Along with casinos installing slots that incorporate video game elements like storytelling and competition, they've also taken hints from sports betting companies like DraftKings and FanDuel, gamifying their mobile experiences by presenting various "challenges" or "missions" or "bonuses" that can incentivize players to stay active on an app and increase their chances to win prizes.

Some arcades, like Galloping Ghost Arcade, based in Brookfield, Illinois, have pivoted the other direction, leaning into nostalgia to fuel their niche customer base. According to owner Doc Mack, the venue — which hosts about 80,000 customers a year — doesn't

supply any food or beverage service, has close to 900 different games and charges a $25 flat rate so customers don't pinch their quarters.

"We have tried to really go with an old-school approach to it. Our games kind of speak for themselves," Mack told ATS.io. "You don't have to pitch anything else to make these games iconic or make people want to play them."

Unlike Dave & Buster's, he said, which phases old games out, Galloping Ghost prides itself on classic arcade options that don't cater to online opportunities. Considering the scope and intention of his business, gamification only makes sense for a certain size operation looking to draw in more casual customers.

"I think it's great to try to innovate and bring new things to it," Mack said. "If you operate that big at this point, maybe you just try to do anything you can to figure out a new revenue opportunity."

The family-friendly quandary

Considering Dave & Buster's is one of many arcade entertainment franchises that cater to families, underage gambling has become a concern. Legislators such as Illinois state

Rep. Daniel Didech have spoken out about the lack of safeguards preventing kids and teenagers from betting themselves.

Lucra says its betting services are only intended for adults 18 and up, and that the average contest size is around $5 or $10. But without being regulated — a reason the American Gaming Association declined to comment for this story — the chain opens itself up to more scrutiny.

"State regulation can provide an important consumer protection element that would otherwise be missing from unregulated albeit legal activity," Wallach said. "Maybe the answer is to regulate rather than prohibit."

Whether or not it finds initial success, Wallach believes this venture into arcade peer-to-peer betting is likely to gain imitators. Consider venues such as Topgolf and PingPod, a fully automated table tennis space, which have already gamified some of their experiences and contain inherent headto-head competitions.

Meanwhile, on Lucra's list of clients is a pickleball ratings system and a tennis app that allows players to compete against each other for real money. According to Lucra, its app has created 1 million unique contests and collected more than $20 million of handle. It seems like just the beginning.

"There's much more skill gaming out there at commercial venues than you may even realize," Wallach said. "There's no reason why this concept can't be imported to those types of recreational activities."

Written by Jake KringSchreifels. Story editing by Carren Jao. Copy editing by Tim Bruns.

This story originally appeared on ATS.io and was produced and distributed in partnership with Stacker Studio. The article was copy edited from its original version. Republished pursuant to a CC BY-NC 4.0 license.

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El Monte City Notices

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE TO EL MONTE PROPERTY OWNERS AND OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES OF THE CITY’S CONTINUATION OF JUNE 4, 2024 MAJORITY-PROTEST PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AND POTENTIALLY APPROVE A PROPOSAL TO INCREASE THE CITY’S

EXISTING SCHEDULE OF ANNUAL SEWER SERVICE CHARGE RATES ASSESSED TO REAL PROPERTY PARCELS WITHIN THE CITY AND COLLECTED ON THE ANNUAL TAX ROLL

TUESDAY, JULY 2, 2024 BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL MONTE

TO: All Members of the Public and All Other Interested Parties

FROM: City Council of the City of El Monte

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN as required by Section 5473.1 of the Health & Safety Code and Section 6066 of the Government Code, the El Monte City Council hereby gives notice that a continuation of the June 4, 2024 public hearing will be held on TUESDAY, JULY 2, 2024 at 7:00 P.M. to determine for the purpose of considering and taking action to approve the following:

APPROVAL

SOUGHT CONTINUATION OF THE JUNE 2, 2024 MAJORITY PROTEST PUBLIC HEARING PURSUANT TO ARTICLE XIID OF THE CALIFORNIA CONSTITUTION (PROPOSITION 218) TO CONSIDER AND APPROVE AN UNCODIFIED URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL MON-

TE ESTABLISHING A 2024 INCREASE SEWER SERVICE CHARGE RATES LEVIED UPON REAL PROPERTY PARCELS WITHIN THE CITY OF EL MONTE EFFECTIVE AS OF THE START OF THE 2024-2025 FISCAL YEAR

The City of El Monte (“City”) proposes increases to the City’s existing schedule sewer service charge rates for users of the City’s sewage and wastewater collection and transmission system. The sewer service charge is levied upon real property parcels within the City, including real property record of owner based on the last equalized secured property tax assessment roll.

The charges for which City staff and the Consultant have recommended increases qualify as so-called “property related fees and charges” within the meaning of Article XIIID of the California Constitution and as such require the conduct of a majority protest public hearing carried-out in accordance with the noticing and hearing requirements of Article XIIID, Section 6 of the California Constitution and the Proposition 218 Omnibus Implementation Act (Government Code Section 53750 et seq.) Article XIIID, Section 6 of the California Constitution requires that prior to levying a new or increased property-related fee or charge, a public agency shall provide a minimum of 45 days prior written notice by mail of any proposed increase to a fee or charge to the record owner of each real property parcel affected by the increase to the fee or charge. The Prop 218 Public Notice was deposited with the U.S. Postal Service: April 19, 2024.

The City Council will consider all written materials, including the 2024 Rate Analysis, and oral testimony concerning the proposed sewer service charge rate increase. If you oppose the proposed increase, you may submit a written protest in opposition to the increase, subject to the rules and procedures described in City Council Resolution No. 10526 dated April 2, 2024. The public hearing will be open to the public and anyone interested may address the City Council as part of the public hearing, including the record owner(s) of real property parcels affected by the rate increase.

For more information about the proposed sewer service charge rate increase or to obtain the Prop 218 Public Notice in Vietnamese, Mandarin or Spanish, visit the City’s webpage at https://elmonteca. gov/705/2024-Sewer-Rate-Study.

THE PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD AT: El Monte City Hall – East, City Council Chambers, 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California.

the time of the public hearing or in writing submitted prior to the close of the public hearing on July 2, 2024. For further information or questions regarding this matter please contact the Public Works Utility Division at 626-580-2250, Monday through Thursday (excluding legal holidays), between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Published June 17, 2024 and June 24, 2024 Gabriel Ramirez, City Clerk City of El Monte

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: 07/15/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 4 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

Persons wishing to comment upon the matter may do so orally at

Temple City City Notices

NOTICE INVITING

FORMAL SEALED BIDS

LIVE OAK PARK PROJECT CITY PROJECT ID: P-23-08

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Temple City invites sealed bids for the above stated project and will receive such bids in the office of the City Clerk, City of Temple City, 9701 Las Tunas Drive, Temple City, CA 91780, up to the hour of 2:00 PM on July 18, 2024. The bids received will be publicly opened approximately 15 minutes after the bid submittal deadline in the City Hall.

Late bids will not be considered.

A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on June 27, 2024 at 1 pm, at the project site (Address: 10144 Bogue Street, Temple City, CA 91780).

Copies of the Bidding and Contract Documents, Plans and Specifications can be obtained by e-mailing your request with your contact information to: furkan.cetinkale@transtech.org. Upon receipt of your e-mail, you will be registered as a plan holder, and a pdf file of the Bidding and Contract Documents, Plans and Specifications will be e-mailed to you at no cost. Hard copies will not be provided.

All questions regarding this bid shall be directed via email, no later than 10 calendar days prior to the Bid due date and time, to furkan. cetinkale@transtech.org. Any questions received after this deadline will not be answered. It is the responsibility of the bidder to confirm transmission of correspondence.

Estimated cost for base bid schedule is in the range of $1,800,000.

Bids must be accompanied by a bid bond, made payable to the City of TEMPLE CITY for an amount no less than ten percent (10%) of the bid amount.

Required License Classification is State of California Contractor Licenses A-General Engineering Contractor or B-General Building Contractor. No bid will be accepted from a Contractor who has not been licensed in accordance with the provisions of the Business and Professions Code.

This project is subject to the requirements of SB 854. Prevailing wages shall be paid to all workers in accordance with California Labor Code 1771.

Bids must be prepared on the approved Proposal forms in conformance with the Instructions to Bidders and submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked on the outside.

The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any irregularity, and to take all bids under advisement for a period of 60 calendar days.

Any contract entered into pursuant to this notice shall become effective or enforceable against the City of TEMPLE CITY only when the formal written contract has been duly executed by the appropriate officers of the City.

If there are any questions regarding this project, please submit your questions to following e-mail: Furkan Cetinkale, Project Manager furkan.cetinkale@transtech.org.

BY ORDER of the City of Temple City, California.

Publish June 24, 2024 TEMPLE CITY TRIBUNE

Published June 17 & 24, 2024 EL MONTE EXAMINER Probate Notices

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: PRINCE RAYMOND KING, JR. CASE NO. 24STPB06756 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of PRINCE RAYMOND KING, JR..

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

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

STEPHEN L. BELGUM - SBN 53143

CARMELA BOMBAY - SBN 309680

SAN GABRIEL VALLEY TRUST & PROBATE CENTER 1252 N. SAN DIMAS CANYON ROAD SAN DIMAS CA 91773, Telephone (909) 305-0005 6/20, 6/24, 6/27/24

CNS-3824574# AZUSA BEACON

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF TOM FELIX aka THOMAS FELIX, THOMAS MANUEL FELIX

Case No. 24STPB06694

To all heirs, beneficiaries, cred-itors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of TOM FELIX aka THOMAS FELIX, THOMAS MANUEL FELIX

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Laura Lee Felix & Jennifer Ann Felix in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Laura Lee Felix & Jennifer Ann Felix 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 administra-tion authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objec-tion 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 15, 2024 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 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 ap-pearance may be in person or by your attorney.

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: PAUL HORN ESQ SBN 243227

PAUL HORN LAW GROUP PC 11404 SOUTH STREET CERRITOS CA 90703 CN107727 FELIX Jun 20,24,27, 2024 ROSEMEAD READER

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

VICTOR S. TRUJILLO AKA VICTOR T. SIERRA CASE NO. 24STPB06775

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of VICTOR S. TRUJILLO AKA VICTOR T. SIERRA.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by GRACIELA CASTANEDA in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that GRACIELA CASTANEDA 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 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: 08/09/24 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

JUVENTINO B. CASAS JR. - SBN 44445

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that JEFFREY KING 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

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

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).

Publish: 06/24/2024, 07/01/2024, 07/08/2024, 07/15/2024. ARCADIA WEEKLY. AAA1266271.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024130631

The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CTR BARBERSHOP, 12202 FOOTHILL BLVD. UNIT C, SYLMAR, CA 91342 LOS ANGELES. Mailing address if different: N/A.

The full name(s) of registrant(s) is/ are: ADANDINO GODINEZ DE LEON, 12202 FOOTHILL BLVD. UNIT C, SYLMAR, CA 91342. This business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Signed: ADANDINO GODINEZ DE LEON, OWNER. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on (date): N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on (Date) 06/18/2024. NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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). Publish: 06/24/2024, 07/01/2024, 07/08/2024, 07/15/2024. ARCADIA WEEKLY. AAA1266353.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024131226

The following person(s) is/are doing business as: 1. KING KONG MOVING LLC, 2. DBA KING KONG MOVING, 725 E 62ND ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90001 LOS ANGELES. Mailing address if different: N/A. The full name(s) of registrant(s) is/are: KING KONG MOVING LLC, 725 E 62ND ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90001 (State of Incorporation/Organization: CA). This business is conducted by: LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Signed: EDNA AMAYA, MANAGER. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business names listed above on (date): N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on (Date) 06/18/2024. NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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). Publish: 06/24/2024, 07/01/2024, 07/08/2024, 07/15/2024. ARCADIA WEEKLY. AAA1266424.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024130936

The following person(s) is/are doing business as: TORRES AUTO BODY, 10265 SAN FERNANDO RD, PACOIMA, CA 91331 LOS ANGELES. Mailing address if different: N/A. The full name(s) of registrant(s) is/are: FEDERICO TORRES SANCHEZ, 10265 SAN FERNANDO RD, PACOIMA, CA 91331. This business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Signed: FEDERICO TORRES SANCHEZ, OWNER. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on (date): 06/2024. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on (Date) 06/18/2024. NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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). Publish: 06/24/2024, 07/01/2024, 07/08/2024, 07/15/2024. ARCADIA WEEKLY. AAA1266425.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024131550

The following person(s) is/are doing business as: INSTITUTO DE CAPACITACION PASTORAL Y OBREROS LAICOS, 3205 MERRILL DR APT 21, TORRANCE, CA 90503 LOS ANGELES. Mailing address if different: N/A. Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number: 6228375. The full name(s) of registrant(s) is/are: LEYENDO LAS ESCRITURAS, 3205 MERRILL DR APT 21, TORRANCE, CA 90503. This business is conducted by: CORPORATION. I declare that all

information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Signed: FELIPE O MUNGUIA, CEO. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on (date): N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on (Date) 06/19/2024. NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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). Publish: 06/24/2024, 07/01/2024, 07/08/2024, 07/15/2024. ARCADIA WEEKLY. AAA1266426.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024131831

The following person(s) is/are doing business as: BELL’S TRANSMISSION & AUTO REPAIR, 3653 FLORENCE AVE., BELL, CA 90201 LOS ANGELES. Mailing address if different: N/A. The full name(s) of registrant(s) is/ are: ESEQUIEL BRAMONT, 3653 FLORENCE AVE., BELL, CA 90201. This business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Signed: ESEQUIEL BRAMONT, OWNER. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on (date): 05/1990. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on (Date) 06/20/2024. NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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). Publish: 06/24/2024, 07/01/2024, 07/08/2024, 07/15/2024. ARCADIA WEEKLY. AAA1266669.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024132500

The following person(s) is/are doing business as: 30TH STREET MARKET, 2924 MAPLE AVE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90011 LOS ANGELES. Mailing address if different: N/A. The full name(s) of registrant(s) is/are: HECTOR HERNANDEZ GUZMAN, 2924 MAPLE AVE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90011. This business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Signed: HECTOR HERNANDEZ GUZMAN, OWNER. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on (date): 06/2024. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on (Date) 06/20/2024. NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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). Publish: 06/24/2024, 07/01/2024, 07/08/2024, 07/15/2024. ARCADIA WEEKLY. AAA1266816.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024132454

The following person(s) is/are doing business as: EL PRIMO TACOS LA, 6233 WHITTIER BLVD, LOS ANGELES, CA 90022 LOS ANGELES. Mailing address if different: N/A. The full name(s) of registrant(s) is/are: AGUSTIN VAZQUEZ VELAZQUEZ, 6053 FAIRFIELD ST, LOS ANGELES, CA 90022. This business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Signed: AGUSTIN VAZQUEZ VELAZQUEZ, OWNER. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on (date): 06/2024. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on (Date) 06/20/2024. NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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). Publish: 06/24/2024, 07/01/2024, 07/08/2024, 07/15/2024. ARCADIA WEEKLY. AAA1266818.

LEGALS

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024132658

The following person(s) is/are doing business as: DECOR STONE CRAFTS, 3475 EAGLE ST, LOS ANGELES, CA 90063 LOS ANGELES. Mailing address if different: N/A.

The full name(s) of registrant(s) is/ are: DANILO A. CUXILSANIC, 3475 EAGLE ST, LOS ANGELES, CA 90063, ANGIE ZERMENO, 3475 EAGLE ST, LOS ANGELES, CA 90063. This business is conducted by: GENERAL PARTNERSHIP. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Signed: DANILO A. CUXILSANIC, GENERAL PARTNER. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on (date): N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County on (Date) 06/20/2024. NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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). Publish: 06/24/2024, 07/01/2024, 07/08/2024, 07/15/2024. ARCADIA WEEKLY. AAA1266821.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024122487

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as TAG TEAM USA, 145 S Rennell Ave, San Dimas, CA 91773. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on June 2024. Signed: Mohammed Algharbawi, 145 S Rennell Ave, San Dimas, CA 91773 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on June 7, 2024. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly 06/24/2024, 07/01/2024, 07/08/2024, 07/15/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024131875

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as DEBBY BERKOVICH INTERIOR DESIGN, 23132 Leonora Dr, Woodland Hills, CA 91367. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on June 2024. Signed: Debby Berkovich, 23132 Leonora Dr, Woodland Hills, CA 91367 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on June 20, 2024. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 06/24/2024, 07/01/2024, 07/08/2024, 07/15/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024121708

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as PHLEB TO GO, 444 East Rowland St apt 19, Covina, CA 91723. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on November 2019. Signed: Jillian Elise Ison Flores, 444 East Rowland St apt 19, Covina, CA 91723 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on June 6, 2024.

NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 06/24/2024, 07/01/2024, 07/08/2024, 07/15/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024131429 NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as LAWN MOWER CORNER WEST COVINA, 1621 W Garvey Ave N, West Covina, CA 91790. This business is conducted by a corporation.

Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on January 2018. Signed: Prime Power Equipement, Inc. (CA-4088201, 1621 W Garvey Ave N, West Covina, CA 91790; John Lee, Secretary. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on June 19, 2024. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly 06/24/2024, 07/01/2024, 07/08/2024, 07/15/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024126042 NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). BAUTISTA & ASSOCIATES (2). BAUTISTA REALTY (3). BAUTISTA REALTOR ASSOCIATES , 4182 Tweedy Blvd, South Gate, CA 90280. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on August 2019. Signed: LUIS BAUTISTA, 702 Cunningham Dr, Whittier, Ca 90601. (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on June 12, 2024. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 06/24/2024, 07/01/2024, 07/08/2024, 07/15/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024118988

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as STAR STUDIO PHOTO BOOTH, 25557 Meadow Mont St, Valencia, CA 91355. This business is conducted by a general partnership. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on June 2014. Signed: (1). Andreh Zakarian, 6622 Rubio Ave, Van Nuys, Ca 91406 (2). Argeesht Mirzakhanian, 25557 Meadow Mont St, Valencia, CA 91355 (General Partner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on June 3, 2024. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly 06/24/2024, 07/01/2024, 07/08/2024, 07/15/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024131285 NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). BCS PROPERTY COMPANY (2). BCS PROPERTY CO. , 1528 Canada Blvd 207, Glendale, CA 91208. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Signed: Greenbriar Capital Partners, Inc (CA3765219, 1725 heather Ridge, Ca 91207; Alain Babaian, President. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on June 18, 2024. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 06/24/2024, 07/01/2024, 07/08/2024, 07/15/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024128171 NEW FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as TM WHOLESALE, 4412 Pacific Blvd, Vernon, CA 90058. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Signed: TOPMAN SOLUTIONS GROUP INC (CA-5541681, 4412 Pacific Blvd, Vernon, CA 90058; WEI HAN, PRESIDENT. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on June 14, 2024.

NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office

of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 06/24/2024, 07/01/2024, 07/08/2024, 07/15/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024126942

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as (1). EL HOME SERVICE (2). EL HOME CONSTRUCTION , 6238 Golden West Ave, Temple City, CA 91780. This business is conducted by a individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on June 2024. Signed: WEIXIANG SUN, 6238 Golden West Ave, Temple City, CA 91780 (Owner). The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on June 12, 2024.

NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 06/24/2024, 07/01/2024, 07/08/2024, 07/15/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024130555

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as 4&MORE SWEETS, 333 Andover Dr Apt 130, Burbank, CA 91504. 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. Signed: JOYLOFT LLC (CA202460619133, 333 Andover Dr Apt 130, Burbank, CA 91504; MARINE FAHRADYAN, Managing Member. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on June 18, 2024. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly 06/24/2024, 07/01/2024, 07/08/2024, 07/15/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024122551 NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as OCADO, 14568 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403. This business is conducted by a corporation. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on June 2024. Signed: Topoff (CA5935611, 20755 Quedo Dr, Woodland Hulls, Ca 91364; Brennan Thicke, President. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on June 7, 2024. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code). Pub. Monrovia Weekly 06/24/2024, 07/01/2024, 07/08/2024, 07/15/2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024130164

NEW FILING.

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as L7 GLOBAL, 1905 Wilcox Ave #198, Los Angeles, CA 90068. 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 2024.

Signed: Monet LLC (CA-202035710970, 1905 Wilcox Ave #198, Los Angeles, CA 90068; Maximilian Ross, President. The statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on June 18, 2024. NOTICE: This fictitious business name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed prior to that date. 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professional Code).

Pub. Monrovia Weekly 06/24/2024, 07/01/2024, 07/08/2024, 07/15/2024

Bid

Pasadena City Notices

Notice of Public Hearing Planning Commission

Zoning Code Amendments related to Adaptive Reuse of Existing Non-Residential Buildings, including changes related to Shared Parking and Variances for Historic Resources

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The Planning and Community Development Department is bringing forward Zoning Code Amendments to amend Title 17 (the Zoning Code) of the Pasadena Municipal Code (PMC) to establish procedures to facilitate the adaptive reuse of underutilized non-residential buildings, including modifying the entitlement process for shared parking, to facilitate the reuse of buildings and comply with new state legislation, and modify the entitlement process for variances for historic resources, to facilitate the reuse of historic resources.

PROJECT LOCATION: Citywide

ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: An Addendum to the 2015 Pasadena General Plan Environmental Impact Report (GP EIR) (State Clearinghouse No. 2013091009) to address the potential site-specific environmental impacts associated with the proposed amendments has been prepared in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA) (Cal. Public Resources Code Section 21000, et. seq., as amended) and its implementing guidelines (Cal. Code Regs., Title 14, Section 15000 et. seq.). This Addendum has been prepared and will be processed consistent with State CEQA Guidelines (Cal. Code Regs., Title 14, Section 15162 and Section 15164). The addendum found that the proposed amendment will not result in any potentially significant impacts that were not already analyzed.

APPROVALS NEEDED: The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing and consider recommendations on the proposed Zoning Code Amendments and Addendum to the GP EIR. The Planning Commission recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council. The City Council will make a final decision at a separately noticed public hearing.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing and consider the proposed Zoning Code Amendments and proposed environmental determination. The hearing is scheduled for:

Date: Wednesday, July 10, 2024

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Place: Council Chambers, Pasadena City Hall 100 North Garfield Avenue, Room S249. The meeting agenda will be posted by Friday, July 5, 2024, at https://www.cityofpasadena.net/commissions/planning-commission/.

PUBLIC INFORMATION: Any interested party or their representative may provide live public comment by following the instructions in the meeting agenda. Prior to the start of the meeting, written correspondence may be emailed to commentsPC@cityofpasadena.net or mailed to the address below (note that this email address will not be checked once the meeting starts).

Contact Person: Melanie Hall, Planner Phone: (626) 744-7101

E-mail: mhall@cityofpasadena.net Website: www.cityofpasadena.net/planning

Mailing Address:

Planning & Community Development Department Planning Division, Community Planning Section 175 North Garfield Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101

ADA: To request a disability-related modification or accommodation necessary to facilitate meeting participation, please contact the Planning & Community Development Department as soon as possible at (626) 744-4009 or (626) 744-4371 (TDD) or commentsPC@ cityofpasadena.net. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability. Language translation services may also be requested with 72-hour advance notice by calling (626) 744-4009.

Publish June 24, 27, July 8, 2024 PASADENA PRESS

City Council Chambers 613 E. Broadway, 2nd Floor Glendale, CA 91206

NO LATE BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Bidding Documents Available: Bidding documents are available to view and download online at:https://www.glendaleca.gov/government/ departments/finance/purchasing/rfp-rfq-bid-page

Additional Bid Document

1. Bid America (951) 677-4819

Procurement Locations: 2. Construct Connect (877) 422-8665 3. Dodge Construction Network (844) 326-3826x 9110 4. CMD Group (877) 794-6051 5. BidNet Direct (800)835-4603 Option 2

City of Glendale Contact Person: Viktoriya Pakhanyan, P.E., Project Manager Phone: 818-548-3945

Fax: 818-242-7087

E-mail:VPakhanyan@GlendaleCA.gov

Mandatory Qualifications for Bidder and Designated Subcontractors:

A Bid may be rejected as non-responsive if the Bid fails to document that Bidder meets the essential requirements for qualification. As part of the Bidder’s Statement of Qualifications, each Bid must provide satisfactory evidence that:

Bidder satisfactorily completed at least four (4) prevailing wage public contracts in California; each comparable in scope and scale to this Project, within three (3) years prior to the Bid Deadline and with a dollar value in excess of the Bid submitted for this Project.

General Scope of Work:

Contractor shall furnish labor, materials, equipment, services, and specialized skills to perform work involved in the Project. The Work included in the Bid is defined in accordance with Specification No. 3890 and Plan Nos. 1-3089 and 18-112. The work generally includes: clearing and grubbing; installation of pile wall system (steel H-pile with precast concrete lagging); removal of the existing pavement and base and re-grading the roadway; installation of asphalt concrete pavement over crushed miscellaneous base; installation of concrete curb and gutter; installation of concrete curb; removal of existing damaged guardrails and installation of new Midwest Guard Rail (MGS) system with steel posts; adjustment of existing manholes, utility valves, and water meters to finished grade; installation of new traffic signing, striping, and pavement markings; installation of irrigation system; and removal and planting of various trees, shrubs, and ground cover along the slope to improve erosion control; as shown on the project plans and specifications, Standard Plans for Public Works Construction (SPPWC 2021 Edition), and the Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (2021 Edition), including all supplements thereto issued prior to bid opening date.

Other Bidding Information:

Number of Contract Working Days: 60 Working Days

Amount of Liquidated Damages: $5,200 per Calendar Day

Required Construction Staging: Two Phases, See Construction Staging Plan

Other Bidding Information:

1. Bidding Documents: Bids must be made on the Bidder’s Proposal form contained herein. Bidding Documents may be obtained in the Public Works Engineering Department, 633 E. Broadway, Room 205, Glendale, CA 91206 where they may be examined. Electronic copies of bidding documents can be obtained at no cost from: https://www.glendaleca. gov/government/departments/finance/purchasing/rfp-rfq-bid-page. Future addenda, if any, will be available for download on the same page as the bidding documents. The city will not mail/deliver the addenda to the prospective bidders. It is the bidders’ sole responsibility to check the website to obtain future addenda to this bid document. Prospective bidders shall acknowledge the receipt of the addenda in the bid forms.

2. Engineer’s Estimate. The preliminary cost of construction of this Work has been prepared. The estimate is in the range of $2,800,000 to $3,000,000.

3. Completion: This Work must be completed within sixty (60) Working days from the Date of Commencement as established by the City’s written Notice to Proceed.

4. Acceptance or Rejection of Bids. The City reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to award all or any individual part/item of the Bid, and to waive any informalities, irregularities or technical defects in such Bids and determine the lowest responsible Bidder, whichever may be in the best interests of the City. No late Bids will be accepted, nor will any oral, facsimile or electronic Bids be accepted by the City.

5. Contractor License. At the time of the Bid Deadline and at all times during performance of the Work, including full completion of all corrective work during the Correction Period, the Contractor must possess a California contractor license or licenses, current and active, of the classification required for the Work, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 9, Division 3, Section 7000 et seq. of the Business and Professions Code. In compliance with Public Contract Code Section 3300, the City has determined that the Bidder must possess the following license(s):

• a. Pursuant to Section 3300, of the Public Contract Code, the classification of the bidder’s Contractor’s License shall be “Class A”. Failure of a bidder to obtain adequate licensing at the time the contract is awarded shall constitute a failure to execute the Contract and shall result in the forfeiture of the Bid der’s Bond.

• b. For federally funded projects, the Contractor shall be properly licensed at the time of award.

The successful Bidder will not receive a Contract award if the successful Bidder is unlicensed, does not have all of the required licenses, or one or more of the licenses are not current and active. If the City discovers after the Contract’s award that the Contractor is unlicensed, does not have all of the required licenses, or one or more of the licenses are not current and active, the City may cancel the award, reject the Bid, declare the Bid Bond as forfeited, keep the Bid Bond’s proceeds, and exercise any one or more of the remedies in the Contract Documents.

6. Subcontractors’ Licenses and Listing. At the time of the Bid Deadline and at all times during performance of the Work, each listed Subcontractor must possess a current and active California contractor license or licenses appropriate for the portion of the Work listed for such Subcontractor and shall hold all specialty certifications required for such Work. When the Bidder submits its Bid to the City, the Bidder must list each Subcontractor whom the Bidder must disclose under Public Contract Code Section 4104 (Subcontractor Listing Law), and the Bidder must provide all of the Subcontractor information that Section 4104 requires (name, the location (address) of the Subcontractor’s place of business, California Contractor license number, California Department of Industrial Relations contractor registration number, and portion of the Work). In addition, the City requires that the Bidder list the dollar value of each Subcontractor’s labor or services. The City’s disqualification of a

and

Section 1720. Contractor awarded this Contract and all Subcontractors of any tier shall not pay less than the minimum prevailing rate of per diem wages for each craft, classification, or type of worker needed to perform the Work. The Director of Industrial Relations of the State of California, pursuant to the California Labor Code, and the United States Secretary of Labor, pursuant to the Davis-Bacon Act, have determined the general prevailing rates of wages in the locality in which the Work is to be performed. The rates determined by the California Director of Industrial Relations are available online at www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR/ PWD/.

13. California Department of Industrial Relations ― Public Works Contractor Registration.

Beginning July 1, 2014, under the Public Works Contractor Registration Law (California Senate Bill No. 854 - See Labor Code Section 1725.5), contractors must register and meet requirements using the online application https://www.dir.ca.gov/public-works/contractorregistration.html before bidding on public works contracts in California. The application also provides agencies that administer public works programs with a searchable database of qualified contractors. Application and renewal are completed online with a non-refundable fee of $300. More information is available at the following links: https://www.dir.ca.gov/public-works/PublicWorksSB854.html http://www.dir.ca.gov/Public-Works/PublicWorks.html

Beginning April 1, 2015, the City must award public works projects only to contractors and subcontractors who comply with the Public Works Contractor Registration Law.

Notice to Bidders and Subcontractors:

• No contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a Bid proposal for a public works project (submitted on or after March 1, 2015) unless registered with the Depart ment of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5 [with limited exceptions from this requirement for bid purposes only under Labor CodeSection 1771.1(a)].

• No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project (awarded on or after April 1, 2015) unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5.

• This Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Depart ment of Industrial Relations.

• The prime contractor must post job site notices prescribed by regulation. (See 8 Calif. Code Reg. Section 16451(d) for the notice that previously was required for projects monitored by the DIR Compliance Monitoring Unit.)

Furnishing of Electronic Certified Payroll Records to Labor Commissioner. For all new projects awarded on or after April 1, 2015, contractors and subcontractors must furnish electronic certified payroll records directly to the Labor Commissioner (aka Division of Labor Standards Enforcement).

Dated this June day of 20,24 , 2024, City of Glendale, California.

Suzie Abajian, Ph.D., City Clerk of the City of Glendale

Published June 20, 24, 2024 GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

NOTICE INVITING PROPOSALS

NOTICE is hereby given that the City of Glendale (“City”) will receive Proposals until the deadline established below for the following project: North Verdugo Road Multimodal Improvements Project

Proposal Submittal Deadline: Submit before 4:00 p.m. on July 25, 2024

Proposal Submittal Location: 633 E. Broadway, Room 209, Glendale, CA 91206

A prospective Proposer may receive this RFP by mail, e-mail, in person or online at: https://www.glendaleca.gov/government/departments/finance/purchasing/rfp-rfq-bid-page

Distribution of the RFP in no way represents the City’s acceptance of a Proposer’s qualifications, reputation, or ability to perform the Services.

NO LATE PROPOSALS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

City of Glendale Contact Person for RFP Process: Ms. Tatevik Barakazyan Public Works Engineering Email: TBarakazyan@GlendaleCA.gov. No phone calls please

Project Description: The City is soliciting written proposals from experienced Professional Engineering firms to prepare project plans specifications and estimate for the North Verdugo Road Multimodal Improvements Project.

The Consultant will perform the Services according to:

• The General Scope of Services which are attached as Exhibit 1 to this RFP;

• The Project Specific Scope of Work, which is attached as Exhibit 2 to this RFP;

• The instructions and requirements in this RFP; and

• The proposed Contract.

A potential Proposer should read this document in its entirety before preparing and submitting a Proposal.

Dated this ______ day of _____________, 2024, City of Glendale, California.

Suzie Abajian, Ph.D., City Clerk of the City of Glendale.

Publish June 20 & June 24, 2024

GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

Monterey Park City Notices

AN INTERIM ORDINANCE PROHIBITING PERMITS FOR LAND USE ENTITLEMENTS WITHIN THE MCCASLIN BUSINESS PARK TO CONSIDER ADOPTING A SATURN PARK SPECIFIC PLAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LAND USE ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN

The City Council for the City of Monterey Park does ordain as follows:

SECTION 1: This Ordinance is adopted pursuant to Government Code §§ 36937, 65858, and other applicable laws.

SECTION 2: Findings. The City Council finds, determines and declares as follows:

A. The City may adopt and enforce all laws and regulations not in conflict with the general laws and the City holds all rights and powers established by California law.

B. On June 17, 2020, the City Council approved the Land Use Element to the Monterey Park General Plan (the “2020 LUE”). Thereafter, the 2020 LUE was placed onto the November 3, 2020 ballot as Measure JJ. Following voter approval on November 3, 2020, the 2020 LUE (via Ordinance No. 2198) became effective on December 2, 2020.

C. Section 3(A) of Ordinance No. 2198 authorizes the City Council to implement the 2020 LUE by, among other things, adopting zoning regulations. Section 4 of Ordinance No. 2198 provides that Measure JJ must be interpreted to be consistent with all applicable law; Section 6 of Ordinance No. 2198 provides that Measure JJ must be broadly construed to achieve the voter’s intent in approving Measure JJ.

D. Monterey Park Municipal Code (“MPMC”) Chapter 21.14 was added by Measure D on April 14, 1998 (via Ordinance No. 1933). Measure D provided zoning regulations for the area identified as McCaslin Business Park.

E. The Land Use Policy Map (Figure LU-3 to the 2020 LUE) renamed this area as “Saturn Park” with a designated land use of “Innovation/Technology.” Goal 25 of the 2020 LUE directs the City Council to revitalize Saturn Park as a destination business park for high-quality service industry, research and development, and emerging industry jobs. This directive is further refined via Policy Nos. 25.1 to 25.3.

F. The 2020 LUE also provides that the City Council should ensure flexible zoning regulations; support local businesses; maintain a proactive economic development program; and invest in commercial corridors (Policy Nos. 1.1 to 1.4).

G. The City’s Housing Element reflects the City’s desire to encourage construction of housing that is attainable for households of all income levels. Among other things, the City Council determined that the City should take proactive actions to increase the availability of dwelling units on underutilized properties (see, e.g., Section 5(C) of Resolution No. 2022-R90, adopted November 16, 2022).

H. It is anticipated that the Saturn Park Advisory Review Committee (“SPARC”) will consider incorporating a residential component into the SPSP to help enhance the Innovation/Technology land use designation by the 2020 LUE. Among other things, this would:

1. Allow employees to live near their workplace, reducing vehicle trips.

2. Allow companies to offer subsidized housing as an employee benefit and amenity to attract talent.

3. Facilitate a live-work-play environment where residential, office, and recreational spaces coexist.

4. Foster closer social connections and a sense of community among employees who can interact more freely outside of work.

5. Align with the post-pandemic shift towards more flexible and hybrid workplace models.

I. Such efforts are reflected in “real world” developments such as the West Edge in Los Angeles (https://westedgela.com).

J. Additionally, the California Legislature is seeking various methods for promoting housing such as AB 1532 (Haney, 2023) which, were it approved, would allow office conversion projects by right within all zones. While this “Office to Housing Conversion Act” failed to advance within the Legislature, it represents the latest legislative path taken by the Legislature to encourage more housing within local

jurisdictions.

LEGALS

K. A review of the 2020 LUE, the Certified Housing Element (March 30, 2023), and MPMC Chapter 21.14 shows that the existing zoning regulations are inconsistent with the voters’ vision for Saturn Park; the zoning regulations must be reconciled with the most recent voter directives in Measure JJ, the California Legislature’s directives (as reflected in the City’s Certified Housing Element), and California law.

L. In April 2024, the Planning Commission considered conceptual renderings and land uses for Saturn Park during two meetings. Thereafter, on May 22, 2024, the City Council created the SPARC to receive and implement community input for drafting a Saturn Park Specific Plan (“SPSP”).

M. On May 23, 2024, representatives from 1980 Saturn met with the Mayor, City Manager, City Attorney, Assistant City Manager, and Community Development Director to plan for a data center at that location – which is a permissible use pursuant to MPMC Chapter 21.14 but inconsistent with the 2020 LUE land use designation for Saturn Park. Additionally, on January 11, 2024, the City’s Community Development Department received applications for a conditional use permit and design review for a data center proposed at 1977 Saturn Street.

N. As set forth in the City Council staff report dated June 5, 2024, it is anticipated that the SPARC would conclude its meetings in August or September of 2024 and provide the City Council with its recommendations regarding the SPSP at that time. The SPSP would implement the 2020 LUE as to Goal 25 and the Innovation/Technology land use designation.

O. Without the enactment of this Ordinance, the voter’s vision for revitalizing Saturn Park via Measure JJ and the 2020 LUE would be thwarted: pending applications for land uses currently allowed by MPMC Chapter 21.14, if approved, would lock in certain types of land uses for the foreseeable future.

P. The City Council determines that the MPMC requires updating to protect the public against health, safety, and welfare dangers caused by multiple applicants relying upon outdated land use regulations. The City needs additional time to prepare, evaluate and adopt reasonable regulations to implement the voter’s direction in Measure JJ and to ensure such regulations are applied in a nondiscriminatory manner.

Q. To prevent frustration of these studies and the implementation of new regulations, the public interest, health, safety, and welfare require enactment of this Ordinance. The absence of this Ordinance would impair the orderly and effective implementation of contemplated MPMC amendments, and any further authorization of these uses within the City during the period of the moratorium may conflict with or frustrate the contemplated updates and revisions of the MPMC.

R. Based on the foregoing, the City finds that that this Ordinance is necessary in order to protect the City from the potential effects and impacts of outdated land uses and the accompanying impacts from traffic and commerce on City streets, impacts on parking availability in the business areas of the City, the aesthetic impacts to the City, and other similar or related effects on property values and the quality of life in the City’s neighborhoods.

S. The City Council further finds that this moratorium is a matter of local and City-wide importance and is not directed towards any business that currently seeks to utilize MPMC Chapter 21.14.

T. The City Council finds that this Ordinance is authorized by the City’s police powers. The City Council further finds that the length of the moratorium imposed by this Ordinance will not in any way deprive any person of rights granted by state or federal laws, because the moratorium is short in duration and essential to protect the public health, safety and welfare.

SECTION 3: Environmental Assessment. Adoption of this Ordinance is exempt from further environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq., “CEQA”) and CEQA Guidelines (14 California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq.) because it establishes rules and procedures for operation of existing facilities; minor temporary use of land; minor alterations in land use; new construction of small structures; and minor structures accessory to existing commercial facilities. This Ordinance, therefore, is categorically exempt from further CEQA review under CEQA Guidelines §§ 15301; 15303, 15304(e); 15305; and 15311. Further, the adoption of this Ordinance is also exempt from review under CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines § 15061(b)(3) because the Ordinance is for general policies and procedure-making. This Ordinance does not authorize any new development entitlements, but simply establishes policies and procedures for allowing the previously approved project to be constructed. Any proposed project that will utilize the changes set forth in this

Ordinance will be subject to CEQA review as part of the entitlement review of the project. The Ordinance will not adversely impact the environment and is therefore exempt from the provisions of CEQA

SECTION 4: Interim regulations. The following provisions are adopted as interim requirements for issuing permits pursuant to the MPMC for land uses within Saturn Park, and any construction or operation in the City in conflict with these provisions is expressly prohibited:

A. Restricted Activities. For a period of 45 days after adoption of this Ordinance, the City will not issue a permit or land use entitlement to any person for constructing, placing, or operating within the McCaslin Business Park, i.e., Saturn Park utilizing MPMC Chapter 21.14. The City Manager, or designee, must review any application for a permit or land use entitlement to determine compliance with the provisions of this Ordinance. City employees, and City boards and commissions, are directed to refrain from accepting or approving any application for any land use entitlement, including, without limitation, use permits, variances, building permits, licenses and certificates of occupancy, necessary for constructing, placing, or operating within the Saturn Park area, and to refrain from issuing approvals for any land use entitlement for any pending applications already received. These restrictions do not apply to construction projects with active building permits and any emergency repairs or replacement of an element of a building, structure, utility system, or equipment that is essential to protect the public health, safety and welfare. These prohibitions will remain effective for 45 days following adoption of this Ordinance.

SECTION 5: Construction. This Ordinance must be broadly construed to achieve the purposes stated in this Ordinance. It is the City Council’s intent that the provisions of this Ordinance be interpreted or implemented by the City and others in a manner that facilitates the purposes set forth in this Ordinance.

SECTION 6: Enforceability. Repeal of any provision of the MPMC does not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability incurred before, or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any violation occurring before this Ordinance’s effective date. Any such repealed part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting violations occurring before the effective date of this Ordinance.

SECTION 7: Validity of Previous Code Sections. If this entire Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, any repeal or amendment of the MPMC or other city ordinance by this Ordinance will be rendered void and cause such previous MPMC provision or other the city ordinance to remain in full force and effect for all purposes.

SECTION 8: Severability. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the city council intends that such invalidity will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or applications and, to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable.

SECTION 9: Publication. The City Clerk is directed to certify the passage and adoption of this Ordinance; cause it to be entered into the City of Monterey Park’s book of original ordinances; make a note of the passage and adoption in the records of this meeting; and, within fifteen (15) days after the passage and adoption of this Ordinance, cause it to be published or posted in accordance with California law.

SECTION 10: Report. Pursuant to Government Code § 65858, the City Manager, or designee, must prepare a report for City Council consideration describing the measures taken to address the conditions which led to adoption of this Ordinance. This report must be provided to the City Council so that it may be considered and issued not later than 10 days before this Ordinance expires.

SECTION 11: Effective Date. This Ordinance will become effective immediately upon adoption pursuant to Government Code §§ 36937 and 65858 for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, and welfare. Pursuant to those statutes this Ordinance is adopted by a four-fifths vote.

SECTION 12: Expiration Date. After adoption, this Ordinance will be repealed by operation of law on August 2, 2024, unless a subsequent ordinance is adopted by the City Council that extends this date.

PASSED AND ADOPTED this 18th day of June, 2024.

Thomas Wong, Mayor

ATTEST:

Maychelle Yee, City Clerk

APPROVED

Karl H. Berger, City Attorney

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) § CITY OF MONTEREY PARK )

I, Maychelle Yee, City Clerk of the City of Monterey Park, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Urgency Ordinance No. 2245 was duly passed, approved and adopted at its special meeting held on 18th day of June, 2024 by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Members: Sanchez, Lo, Yiu, Ngo, Wong Noes: Council Members: None

Absent: Council Members: None

Abstain: Council Members: None

Recusal: Council Members: None

Dated this 18th day of June, 2024.

Maychelle Yee, City Clerk City of Monterey Park, California

Publish June 24, 2024 MONTEREY PARK PRESS

Probate Notices

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

EDWARD BERTIG

CASE NO. 22STPB06001

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

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

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CYNTHIA ORANTES 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: 08/08/24 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 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

JULIA L. BIRKEL - SBN 115429

JOHN M. BYRNE - SBN 160925 HILL, FARRER & BURRILL LLP

300 SOUTH GRAND AVENUE, 37TH FLOOR LOS ANGELES CA 90071

Telephone (213) 620-0640 6/17, 6/20, 6/24/24 CNS-3823410# PASADENA PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF KAREN S. SELMAN CASE NO. 24STPB06574

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: KAREN S. SELMAN

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CHRISTOPHER L. SELMAN in the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CHRISTOPHER L. SELMAN 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 with full 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 on 07/12/2024 at 8:30AM in Dept. 67 located at 111 N. HILL ST. LOS ANGELES CA 90012 STANLEY MOSK COURTHOUSE.

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 (DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account

LEGALS

as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: BRITTANY BRITTON

(SBN:303084)2312 W. OLIVE AVE. SUITE D, BURBANK, CA 91506

Telephone: (626) 390-5953 6/17, 6/20, 6/24/24 CNS-3823619# BURBANK INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: GLEN KIOK KIM AKA GLEN KIM AKA KI OK KIM AKA KI KIM

CASE NO. 24STPB06370

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of GLEN KIOK KIM AKA GLEN KIM AKA KI OK KIM AKA KI KIM.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by POM S. KIM AKA POM SUK KIM in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that POM S. KIM AKA POM SUK KIM 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: 07/12/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 9 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 CATHERINE KIM, ESQ. - SBN 243811, ERNEST J. KIM, ESQ. SBN 181280, LAW OFFICES OF ERNEST J. KIM 17541 17TH STREET, SUITE 100 TUSTIN CA 92780

Telephone (949) 975-1870

6/17, 6/20, 6/24/24 CNS-3823657# PASADENA PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

YVONNE SHARP

CASE NO. 24STPB06753

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

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by DANIELLE ROWAN in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that DANIELLE ROWAN be appointed as personal representa-

tive 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: 07/26/24 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 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

JACQUELYNN REMERY-PEARSON - SBN 278547, REMERY LAW FIRM

1955 W. GLENOAKS BLVD. GLENDALE CA 91201

Telephone (818) 558-5909 6/20, 6/24, 6/27/24 CNS-3824552# GLENDALE INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF CHOI SU YANG

Case No. 24STPB06699

To all heirs, beneficiaries, cred-itors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of CHOI SU YANG

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Soo Young Yang in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Soo Young Yang 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 administra-tion authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objec-tion 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 24, 2024 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 2D 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 ap-pearance 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 knowl-edgeable 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:

STEPHEN CHAI ESQ SBN 324214

LAW OFFICE OF STEPHEN CHAI 4801 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 308 LOS ANGELES CA 90010 CN107721 YANG Jun 20,24,27, 2024 MONTEREY PARK PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ALOWINA R. BISNAR AKA

ALOWINA RUBY BISNAR

CASE NO. 24STPB06661

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of ALOWINA R. BISNAR AKA ALOWINA RUBY BISNAR.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by MANOLO A. RUBY AND AGERICO RUBY in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that MANOLO A. RUBY AND AGERICO RUBY 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: 07/19/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 29 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 RODNEY GOULD, ESQ. - SBN 219234

LAW OFFICE OF RODNEY GOULD 14827 VENTURA BLVD., STE. 210 SHERMAN OAKS CA 91403 Telephone (818) 981-1760 BSC 225311 6/20, 6/24, 6/27/24 CNS-3825108#

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: RICHARD MENDEZ CASE NO. PROVA2400529

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of RICHARD MENDEZ. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by STEPHEN MENDEZ in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that STEPHEN MENDEZ 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: 07/11/24 at 9:00AM in Dept. F1 located at 17780 ARROW BLVD., FONTANA, CA 92335

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

JENNIFER L. FIELD - SBN236565 LAW OFFICE OF JENNIFER L. FIELD 405 N. INDIAN HILL BOULEVARD CLAREMONT CA 91711 Telephone (909) 625-0220 BSC 225330 6/20, 6/24, 6/27/24 CNS-3825570# ONTARIO NEWS PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: NELLY SANCHEZ AKA NELLY DEL CARMEN CHOTO CASE NO. 24STPB06565 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of NELLY SANCHEZ AKA NELLY DEL CARMEN CHOTO. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ANSELMO SANCHEZ in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that ANSELMO SANCHEZ 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: 07/10/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 9 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

CRISTA HERMANCE - SBN 293291, DEVON R. MEYER - SBN 339471, HERMANCE LAW, A PROFESSIONAL LAW CORPORATION 4476 MARKET STREET, SUITE 602 VENTURA CA 93003

Telephone (805) 518-9633 6/20, 6/24, 6/27/24 CNS-3825616# PASADENA PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Alvin Hironaka Case No. 24STPB06180

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

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Hiram Tadasuke Hironaka in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Hiram Tadasuke Hironaka 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 on July 25, 2024 at 8:30 AM 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 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. Petitioner:

Hiram Tadasuke Hironaka 1640 Laraine Circle San Pedro, Ca 90732 310-387-6343 June 20, 24, 27, 2024 MONTEREY PARK PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DULCE L. ESPINO AKA

DULCE LEGASPI ESPINO CASE NO.

30-2024-01405605-PR-LACMC

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of DULCE L. ESPINO AKA DULCE LEGASPI ESPINO.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ANNETTE E. REBURIANO-FRENCH in the Superior Court of California, County of ORANGE. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that ANNETTE E. REBURIANO-FRENCH 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: 08/28/24 at 1:30PM in Dept. CM08 located at 3390 HARBOR BLVD., COSTA MESA, CA 92626

NOTICE IN PROBATE CASES

The court is providing the convenience to appear for hearing by video using the court’s designated video platform. This is a no cost service to the public. Go to the Court’s website at The Superior Court of California - County of Orange (occourts.org) to appear remotely for Probate hearings and for remote hearing instructions. If you have difficulty connecting or are unable to connect to your remote hearing, call 657-622-8278 for assistance. If you prefer to appear in-person, you can appear in the department on the day/ time set for your hearing.

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.

LEGALS

Attorney for Petitioner

DARLYNN MORGAN - SBN 185963

MORGAN LAW GROUP

1500 QUAIL ST., STE. 540 NEWPORT BEACH CA 92660

Telephone (949) 260-1400 6/24, 6/27, 7/1/24 CNS-3826039# ANAHEIM PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Donald Malcolm MacDonald CASE NO. 30-2024-01397032-PR-LACMC

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Donald Malcolm MacDonald

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Donna Mercedes Larson in the Superior Court of California, County of Orange.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Donna Mercedes Larson 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 full 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 on 08/08/2024 at 1:30 PM in Dept. CM07 located at 3390 HARBOR BLVD COSTA MESA CA 92626 COSTA MESA JUSTICE CENTER.

NOTICE IN PROBATE CASES

The court is providing the convenience to appear for hearing by video using the court’s designated video platform. This is a no cost service to the public. Go to the Court’s website at The Superior Court of California - County of Orange (occourts.org) to appear remotely for Probate hearings and for remote hearing instructions. If you have difficulty connecting or are unable to connect to your remote hearing, call 657-622-8278 for assistance. If you prefer to appear in-person, you can appear in the department on the day/ time set for your hearing.

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 (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: Cindy T. Nguyen, Esq. (SBN 273886) Amity Law Group LLP

800 S. Barranca Ave. #260 Covina, CA 91723

Telephone: (626) 307-2800 6/24, 6/27, 7/1/24 CNS-3826183# ANAHEIM PRESS

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF CECIL RAY SELMAN CASE NO. 24STPB06614 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors,

contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: CECIL RAY SELMAN

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CHRISTOPHER L. SELMAN in the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CHRISTOPHER L. SELMAN 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 with full 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 on 08/08/2024 at 8:30AM in Dept. 79 located at 111 N. HILL ST. LOS ANGELES CA 90012 STANLEY MOSK COURTHOUSE.

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 (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: BRITTANY BRITTON (SBN:303084) 2312 W. OLIVE AVENUE SUITE D BURBANK, CA 91506

Telephone:(626) 390-5953 6/24, 6/27, 7/1/24 CNS-3826221# BURBANK INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF LAWRENCE EDWARD

HODGE aka LAWRENCE E. HODGE aka LAWRENCE

HODGE aka LARRY HODGE Case No. PROVA2400512

To all heirs, beneficiaries, cred-itors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of LAWRENCE EDWARD HODGE aka LAWRENCE E. HODGE aka LAWRENCE HODGE aka LARRY HODGE

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Sherry L. Friend in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Sherry L. Friend 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 administra-tion au-

thority will be granted unless an interested person files an objec-tion 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 22, 2024 at 9:00 AM in Dept. No. F2 located at 17780 ARROW BLVD, FONTANA CA 92335.

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 ap-pearance 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 knowl-edgeable 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: JAMES L LEESTMA ESQ

SBN 207311

LAW OFFICE OF JAMES LAMBERT LEESTMA 7301 TOPANGA CYN BL STE 202

CANOGA PARK CA 91303

CN107737 HODGE Jun 24,27, Jul 1, 2024

Public Notices

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Alejandra Espinosa FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 24NNCP00227 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 300 E. Walnut St, Pasadena, Ca 91101, Northeast Judicial District TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Alejandra Espinosa filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. OF Alejandra Espinosa to Proposed name Alejandra Sauza 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reason for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 08/09/2024 Time: 9:00AM Dept: A. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the day set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Monterey Park Press DATED: May 23, 2024 Robin Miller Sloan JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Pub. June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2024 MONTEREY PARK PRESS

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Veronica Nimkii Gee de Klerk FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 24NNCP00249 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 300 E. Olive, Burbank, Ca 91502, North Central Judicial District TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner

Richard de Klerk filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. OF Veronica Nimkii Gee de Klerk to Proposed name Veronica Nimkii Gee de Klerk 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reason for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 08/09/2024 Time: 8:30AM Dept: B. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the day set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: West Co-

OF

the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may

the petition without a hearing. Notice Of

Date: 09/26/2024 Time: 1:30pm Dept. L74 REMOTE HEARING The

of the

is Lamoreaux Justice

341 The City Dr S, Orange CA 92863. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Anaheim Press Date: May 6, 2024 Julie A Palafox Judge of the Superior Court Pub Dates: June 10, 17, 24, July 1, 2024 ANAHEIM PRESS ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITION OF Doria Chingyuet Lam FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 24NNCP00264 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles 150 West Commonwealth, Alhambra, Ca 91801, Northeast Judicial District TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Doria Chingyuet Lam filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. OF Doria Chingyuet Lam to Proposed name Aster Chingyuet Lam 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reason for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 08/16/2024 Time: 8:30AM Dept: X. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the day set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Pasadena Press DATED: June 5, 2024 Robin Miller Sloan JUDGE OF

LA’s Vegan Food Bank provides healthy meals to low-income Angelenos

By David Weiner, City News Service

Every month outside a church in Los Angeles, hundreds of low-income residents line up for free food. But unlike at other food banks across the city, they won’t find any ham or fried chicken here -just nutritious, plant-based food.

Vegans of LA Food Bank is the first such effort in Los Angeles, and the brainchild of Gwenna Hunter, a local community organizer who started the food bank in 2022 and has seen it grow steadily since then.

“The mission of the Vegans of LA Food Bank is to provide nutritious, plantbased food to our communities, while promoting planetary unity and advocating for the right to healthy meals for all,” Hunter said. “I believe that there should be free food resource centers in every ZIP code like there are fast food restaurants and liquor stores.”

The food bank sets up shop on the third Thursday of every month in front of United University Church at 2208 S. Union Ave. That’s where Pastor Sunny Kang offers the space for Hunter and her team of volunteers.

The food comes from several sources, including the “food rescue” groups Food Forward, Food Finders and Hollywood Food Coalition. Donations have been provided at various times by Whoa Cookie Dough, All Vegetarian Inc., Chobani, Just Egg, Hungry Planet and Support + Feed among

others.

Hunter also manages a budget provided through public donations and grants that allows her to purchase fresh wholesale fruits and vegetables from What’s Good Produce.

Food scraps and leftovers go to sanctuary animals and to compost, creating what the organizers call a “closedloop system,” mitigating methane and reducing emissions.

Hunter told City News Service she serves about 1,400 people each month, more than double the total when she began. She says 90% of those served earn less than $30,000 a year.

Asked if the vegan food has led them to desire a more vegan, vegetarian or planted-based diet, 39% say “frequently,” and 50% say “occasionally or at times,” according to Hunter.

“We are fortunate to have a community that verbally expresses their gratitude for the offerings. There is a steady out-loud exchange of appreciation during distribution,” she told CNS. “As for feedback, we’ve conducted surveys and the community is very happy with the selections and of course would love even more if provided.”

Organizers point out that food insecurity remains one of the biggest problems in Los Angeles, and health problems such as diabetes, heart disease and cancer disproportionately affect low-income commu-

nities that may not have equal access to healthy food choices.

Hunter says her own journey to veganism began with a dream she had in 2016.

“In the dream, I was flying. I looked down and saw the most beautiful cow,” she told Los Angeles Magazine in 2023. “She looked up at me, and it’s like there were two tunnels. I went through one, and when I did, I possessed the cow’s consciousness. We merged and became one. I experienced her life: being a mom, how they view humans. When I woke up, I was crying: `Cows love, and we look at them as food.’ Then I was like, `If cows love, then pigs and chickens love too.’ How had I not considered this?”

During the coronavirus pandemic, she provided free groceries to the community through social-justice organizations such as Black Women For Wellness, Black Women Farmers of L.A., Black Lives Matter, KRST Unity Center of Afrakan and Downtown Crenshaw.

“We would give people kale, collards, all types of vegetables and fruits. People were coming back saying it was changing their meals and bodies,” she told LA Magazine. “One lady had lost a lot of weight -- she said, `I’ve never cooked with this many vegetables in my life!’ She’s like, `I’m not all the way vegan [now], but I’m vegan most days.’ She was able to walk further, and,

with her diabetes, the bloodsugar levels had improved.”

Hunter and the food bank have been recognized by Mayor Karen Bass, and she was a finalist for LA Work’s LA Civic Leadership Health and Impact Leadership Awards in 2023.

Her team -- which includes communications director Paige Parsons Roache and a handful of volunteers -- also sponsors a vegan food outreach program at the historic West Presbyterian Church in L.A., and operates pop-up food banks several times a year at the Obama Global Preparation Academy and South LA

Best Buy Teen Tech Center.

And she’s collaborating with the Office of Basic Needs at USC by implementing cooking classes for students who may be dealing with food insecurity.

The monthly food bank has been successful, but the challenge now is to keep up with demand.

“We need more funding,” she said. “The lines are growing and we want to be able to provide all of the families that show up with enough to get them through a couple of weeks.”

Those interested in donating to the effort can do so at givebutter.

Catch Arcadia’s Summer Concerts & Movies series Thursdays

By Staff

The City of Arcadia’s 2024 free Summer Concert & Movie series kicked off last week and will repeat every Thursday through Aug. 8. Concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. and movies at dusk. Kids can enjoy the fun zone area with plenty of games, crafts, and activities.

The events will be held at City Hall Lawn located at 240 W. Huntington Drive between City Hall and the Police Department. Free parking will be available at City Hall and Santa Anita Park, Gate 5. For more information call 626-574-5113 or visit ArcadiaCA.gov/events.

June 27

- Kelly Boyz (Country): Bring out your cowboy boots

for this country showstopper. Kelly Boyz’ upbeat crew play music like Alan Jackson, Eric Church, Little Big Town, and more.

- “Migration: (PG): A family of ducks tries to fly south for the winter but winds up in busy New York City instead.

July 11

- Stone Soul (Motown): This eight-piece band will have you singing along to smash hits from Smokey Robinson, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, and more.

- “Kung Fu Panda 4” (PG): Join Po as he tries to find a new Dragon Warrior to train, while taking on the wicked sorceress.

July 18

- Dance Dance Evolution (Dance Hits): Dance Dance Evolution covers songs from across the eras that make you want to get up and

dance.

- “Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem” (PG): The Turtles just want to be normal teenagers, but soon find them-

selves taking on an army of mutants.

July 25

- Anything for Salinas (Selena Tribute): Celebrate and relive Selena in concert with this spot-on tribute band fronted by the talented Karol Posadas.

“Encanto” (PG): The tale of an extraordinary family and one ordinary girl who might just be their last hope.

Aug. 1

- Cold Duck (70 & Top 40s): Cold Duck continues its tradition of excellent musicianship and groovin’ rhythms.

- “Super Mario Bros, Movie” (PG): Let’s-a go to the Mushroom Kingdom to save the world from the evil

com/0GytVQ. More information about the food bank can be found at vegansofla.com. Hunter sees the food bank as a “solution to those who are experiencing the challenges of meeting their basic dietary needs.”

“By providing the community with the nutritional resources to thrive, along with educational materials on the benefits of a plant-based lifestyle, we are committed to building healthy, compassionate communities, working towards a more sustainable future for the planet, the animals, and the entire human race,” she said.

Koopa named Bowser. Aug. 8

- Latin Soul Band (Funk/ Old School): With over 40 years combined experience, Latin Soul Band brings a unique blend of Latin, soul, funk, old school, dance, rock and pop.

- “Wish” (PG): When you wish upon a star... it might just come true! Be careful what you wish for.

Arcadia’s 121st Birthday and First Responder’s Night: Celebrate the city’s 121st birthday and enjoy a cupcake (while supplies last). Arcadia’s first responders will also be there. There will be fun activities for kids, an obstacle course, crafts, games, and much more.

| Photo courtesy of Vegans of LA

Residents enjoy music at Concerts & Movies In The Park. | Photo courtesy of Enrich Arcadia/X

Horse dies from training injury at Santa Anita LA County unemployment rate holds steady in May;

A2-year-old filly who had yet to run a race has died after suffering a training injury at Santa Anita -- one day after officials announced that the Arcadia facility ranked as the safest track of similar size and activity in North America.

Ounce died Tuesday, according to the California Horse Racing Board, which listed her death type as “non-musculoskeletal.”

“Ounce passed away after what is suspected to be a cardiac event while returning from training on June 18. Her rider was uninjured,” Santa Anita said in a statement provided to City News Service on Wednesday.

“As is protocol, the horse will undergo a necropsy overseen by the University of California (Davis) School of Veterinary Medicine and the findings reported to the California Horse Racing Board. Santa Anita Park is one of the largest racing and training facilities in the country, averaging 375,000 training sessions per year. This is the second suspected cardiac event of 2024 at the track.”

Ounce is the ninth horse to die from a racing or training injury at Santa Anita in 2024.

On Monday, Santa Anita Park officials said their justconcluded winter- spring season, along with last year’s

By City News Service

fall meet, combined to give the track a 99.97% racing safety record for horses.

The six-month winterspring meet ended Sunday.

During that span and the six-week fall meet that began Sept. 29, 2023, a total of 6,678 horses ran in races on Santa Anita’s main track and turf course, with two racing fatalities, according to the track and CHRB records.

Fourteen horses died at the track during that span due to training or racing injuries, either from musculoskeletal or non-musculoskeletal injuries, according to CHRB statistics. According to Santa Anita, the park has training operations throughout the year, with more than 375,000 training sessions annually.

Recall

counted,” officials said.

Page also confirmed that the county’s state-certified voting software “had not been modified” during the election, according to the registrar’s office.

Union leaders said in their statement for the recall that Rubalcava “sides with the same powerful business interests who have corrupted Anaheim politics.”

Recall supporters also said “she has wasted taxpayer money to help hotel interests” and tied her to Todd Ament, the disgraced ex-Chamber of Commerce CEO who pleaded guilty to federal fraud charges. Recall proponents said Ament’s organization “spent nearly $380,000 to elect her.”

In a document submitted to the registrar’s office, Rubalcava said, “Recall elections are supposed to be reserved for special circumstances when an office holder violates the public trust. This recall is about

“It is impossible to overstate the diligence that the entire racing community has put into prioritizing the safety of the horse above all else,” Nate Newby, senior vice president and general manager of Santa Anita Park, said in a statement. “From the owners, trainers, jockeys, veterinarians and the hardworking men and women who care for the horses each day, everyone has done their part to make safety our North Star.”

Santa Anita officials have touted safety improvements that have brought down the annual number of fatalities since 2019, when at least 42 horses died at the track, sparking widespread debate about safety issues at Santa Anita and about horse racing in general.

one L.A.-based organization that hasn’t gotten over losing the last election.”

She said the recall supporters’ claims were “exaggerated or completely untrue.”

The registrar’s office publishes reports on overall

voter turnout and turnout by precinct, districts, cities and other classifications that can be found at ocvote. gov/detailed-results. More information about the recall election is available at ocvote.gov or by calling 714-567-7600.

OC’s drops 0.5% from April

By City News Service

Los Angeles County’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held steady at 5.3% in May, the same rate as April, according to figures released Friday by the state Employment Development Department.

The 5.3% rate was above the rate of 4.8% rate from May 2023.

The May 2024 unemployment rate in Orange County, where seasonally adjusted rates were not immediately available, was 3.2%, down from 3.7% in April.

Statewide, California’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 5.2% in May, down slightly from 5.3% in April, but above the 4.5% rate in May 2023, the EDD reported. The comparable estimates for the nation were 4% in May, 3.9% in April and 3.7% a year ago.

Total non-farm employment in Los Angeles County increased by 11,100 jobs between April and May to reach nearly 4.6 million.

The leisure and hospitality sector posted the largest gains, adding 8,200 jobs.

the house after the shooting, said there appeared to be a bullet hole in the back of a chair and that a .40-caliber Glock was found nearby. An autopsy determined that the woman had died of a gunshot wound to the abdomen, according to the detective.

Ferguson has remained free on a $1 million bond posted shortly after his arrest.

At a court hearing last August, Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Ricardo R. Ocampo ordered Ferguson to surrender his passport, not to consume any alcohol and to wear a GPS device and an alcohol monitoring device — both of which he is still wearing, according to his attorney.

Ferguson is due back in court July 5 for arraignment.

Outside court, Ferguson’s attorney told reporters that what happened was “accidental.”

“He would never intend to hurt her,” Welbourn said. “It was just a terribly tragic incident that occurred. ... The last thing he would try to do is hurt the love of his life.”

The defense attorney said he expects the case to go to trial.

Ferguson, a native of Oakland, earned a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences and social ecology from UC Irvine in 1973. He earned his law degree in 1982 from

Judge on trial

Western State College of Law, beginning his legal career the following year in the Orange County District Attorney’s Office, where he later became a senior prosecutor assigned to the Major Narcotics Enforcement Team.

He was president of the North Orange County Bar Association from 2012-14.

The Orange County Narcotics Officers Association awarded him prosecutor of the year four times. He became a judge in 2015.

In 2017, he was admonished by the state Commission on Judicial Performance for comments he made on Facebook about a prosecu-

tor who was campaigning to be a jurist and for maintaining “friends” status with three defense attorneys who had cases before him. Sheryl Ferguson previously worked for the Santa Barbara and Orange County probation departments and later for the American Funds Service Company for almost 20 years prior to becoming a full-time mother. Her brother described her as “very, very active in the community,” including the Boy Scouts, and said a “capacity crowd” of family, friends and community members paid tribute to her last year at a memorial service.

Anaheim Councilwoman Natalie Rubalcava. | Photo courtesy of the city of Anaheim

Santa Anita Park. | Photo by Jeremy Thompson CC BY 2.0

Judge Jeffrey Ferguson’s booking photo following his arrest. | Photo courtesy of the Anaheim Police Department

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