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Smoke shop racks up fines
BY ADRIANA HERNANDEZ Daily Post Staff Writer
The smoke shop in West Menlo Park has racked up $5,000 in fines, but will stay open, county officials said yesterday.
Blazin Gifts at 3536 Alameda de las Pulgas was visited by county officials multiple times over the week, prompting a swift change in their inventory
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WHERE DID MONEY GO? The $100 million raised during the FireAid benefit concerts held in January 2025 has not gone to fire victims as promised, but rather to nonprofits who then decide where the money goes, Los Angeles TV stations KABC and KTTV report. Not one house has been rebuilt with the proceeds from the concerts that featured Billie Eilish, Rod Stewart, Lady Gaga, Sting, Stevie Wonder and Stevie Nicks.
FRUSTRATED BY RUSSIA: President Trump announced yesterday that he has “ordered two nuclear submarines to be positioned in the appropriate regions” following “highly provocative statements” made by former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev. Medvedev said Trump’s threats to increase sanctions on Russia could lead to war. Trump also shortened the deadline for Russia to agree to a ceasefire from Sept. 2 to Aug. 11.
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And a warning for sign’s size
from bongs and pipes to action figures and clothes.
“I gotta do what I gotta do. I’m too deep in it,” said Hussein Omar, the owner of Blazin Gifts.
Omar opened the shop on July 25 and has accumulated $5,000 in fines
for selling tobacco products without a San Mateo County tobacco retailer permit, said county spokeswoman Effie Verducci. For each violation, there was a $500 fine, but it increased due to ongoing violations.
Omar has also received a warning
for the shop’s sign for being too big and has to remove it by Aug. 8, Verducci said. No fines have been implemented for the sign.
Omar said it cost him around $5,000 to make and put up the sign, and now it will cost him around the same to replace it.
When Blazin Gifts opened, it sold
Street renamed for Garcia
A few hundred people gathered yesterday to name a tiny San Francisco street after legendary Grateful Dead guitarist Jerry Garcia on what would have been his 83rd birthday and as part of a citywide celebration to mark the band’s 60th anniversary.
Harrington Street, which is one block long, will also be called “Jerry Garcia Street.”
He died in 1995, but the band’s popularity has only grown as younger generations discover the Dead’s improvisational music, which blended rock, blues, folk and other styles.
Garcia spent part of his childhood in a modest home in the city’s diverse Excelsior neighborhood.
He lived with his grandparents after the death of his father, Jose Ramon “Joe” Garcia. “I hope that you all get
Stanford names new athletic director
Stanford has hired former Nike CEO John Donahoe as athletic director.
Donahoe, who graduated from Stanford Business School in 1986, is taking over from Bernard Muir, who left in Febu-
rary after helming Stanford sports since 2012.
Donahoe was CEO at Nike from 2020-24. Donahoe also served as the CEO of ServiceNow, a global software company, and as CEO of eBay. He served as chair of the
board at PayPal from 2015-25 and he worked for Bain & Company for nearly 20 years, including as the firm’s worldwide CEO. Donahoe left Nike in September after a series of missteps that resulted in a
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Probe after remains found along creek
The discovery of human remains in Belmont Creek by workers has halted work as the FBI and tribal representatives examine the scene.
FBI investigators were at Twin Pines Park Thursday to investigate whether the remains workers found were related to the 1996 disappearance of Palo Alto resident Ylva Hagner, 42.
Hagner went missing from the software company she worked at in Belmont on Oct. 14, 1996. Her car was found a few days later on Spring Street, just off of El Camino Real, in San Carlos.
Police confirmed yesterday that what crews found is not related to the Hagner case.
Working with trial representatives Now, the city is working with “cultural resource
specialists and designated tribal representatives to ensure all next steps are handled appropriately and respectfully,” Belmont spokeswoman Elizabeth Tsachres said in a statement.
According to the state’s Native American Heritage Commission, if remains are found, the commission must be notified by the county coroner. The commission must then notify whoever it believes to be the most likely descendant.
The descendant must then make recommendations to the property owner.
Tsachres would not confirm whether the city was working with the Native American Heritage Commission, only saying that out of “respect for partners and cultural sensitivity,” the city would not be releasing any further information.
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PUBLIC BROADCASTING: The Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a middleman who redistributes federal funds to PBS, NPR and various local stations, announced yesterday it is shutting down after the House cut $1.1 billion to the agency. Public broadcasters argued the funds were vitally necessary for the stations, but Rupublicans said conservatives shouldn’t have to pay for liberallybiased programming.
SEX-CHANGE SUIT: Attorneys general in 15 Democratic states including California are suing the Trump administration for intimidating hospitals to end sex change operations and dispensing of puberty blockers for youth. Opponents of the threatment say the young people could later regret the choice they’ve made — and maintain that it’s being driven by questionable science.
GOOGLE LOSES: A federal appeals court has upheld a jury verdict condemning Google’s Android app store as an illegal monopoly, clearing the way for a federal judge to enforce a potentially disruptive shakeup that’s designed to give consumers more choices.
WARREN FALLS: Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass, fell during a debate on the Senate floor over whether to block military sales to Israel. Video shows Republican Senators Ted Cruz of Texas and Susan Collins of Maine rushed over to help her when she fell Wednesday, but Warren, 76, appeared to get up on her own.
JOB GROWTH SLOW: The economy added 73,000 jobs in July, fewer than economists expected. The Labor Department also reduced previous monthly reports on job growth.
JOBS COUNTER FIRED: President Trump yesterday fired Erika McEntarfer, the head of the agency that produces the monthly jobs figures, after a report showed fewer jobs were created in July than expected. Trump said the figures were manipulated for political reasons by McEntarfer, an appointee of former President Biden.
FIGHTING SKYLINK: Chinese scientists have been developing strategies to counter Elon Musk’s Starlink satellites, which they see as a threat. Starlink’s dominance in space communications has sparked global efforts to find alternatives, but no other country or company is close to catching up.
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VITAL STATISTICS
Deaths
San Mateo County Coroner’s Office:
July 31
Nicholas D’Arcy Roche, 87, of San Mateo
Yina Marcela Ramos Bello, 30, of South San Francisco
Susan Brunken Vellone, 62, of Pacifica
Thomas Anderson, 65, of San Jose
Sheila Kober, 84, of San Mateo
Santa Clara County Medical Examiner’s Office:
July 22
Yusheng Liang, 87, of Mountain View
Francis Clauss, 99, of Palo Alto
Robert Medina, 90, of Los Altos
Monique Chen, 87, of Sunnyvale
July 20
Rosser Brockman, 81, of Palo Alto
July 19
Kaaren Smith, 83, of Redwood City
George Garces, 56, of Sunnyvale
Alejandro Martinez Diego, 51, of Palo Alto
July 18
John Meschke, 89, of Los Altos
Births
Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital in Palo Alto:
Jan. 16
Sofia Contreras Anaya, a girl
Love Danielstorres, a girl
Matthew Josue Granados Kraudy, a boy
Jan. 15
Hellena Dias Da Silva, a girl
Carina Leah Haasargentine, a girl
Jordan Hudson Heimbuecher, a boy
Ellie Lan, a girl
Wells Wilder Landrum, a boy
Quinnlee Alice Nash, a girl
Kash Michael Nigro, a boy
Daksh Panwar, a boy
Shaan Taukatelata Shiva Prakash, a boy
Anshumaan Shastri, a boy
Lucie Xi Shen, a girl
Steven Nathan Tinsley, a boy
Adelyn Rose Tran, a girl
James Brandon Pandez Velasco, a boy
Jan. 14
Maximiliano Alvarado, a boy
Elliot Holmes Camarena, a boy
Dominic Pineda Canio, a boy
Noah Chang, a boy
Nathaniel Muting Chen, a boy
Avyaan Deopura, a boy
Adan Caleb Escamilla Calel, a boy
Ari Michael Foxenberg, a boy
Elio Aaron Foxenberg, a boy
Niyathi Indra, a girl
Ayaan Sachdeva Karim, a boy
Aveyah Marie Nava, a girl
Dj Rengu Ohke, a boy
Alan Pan, a boy
Shania Amira Reyes Mairena, a girl
Olivia Blake Schmidt, a girl
Itzae Tiamo Elisara Togiai, a boy
Jan. 13
Alina Benz, a girl
Kyleigh Adele Boettigheimer, a girl
Mateo Calderon, a boy
Zacharias Levi Conte, a boy
Levi Hiohuang, a boy
Aashvi Johar, a girl
Aarna Kosuri, a girl
Anni Leng, a girl
Josef V. Cervenka
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In loving memory of Josef V. Cervenka - husband, father, grandfather, and uncle. He was born in Czechoslovakia and immigrated to the United States in 1956. He proudly became a U.S. Citizen and spent his working life as a commercial photographer, including helping to produce the Sears Catalog for many years. He moved from the Chicago area to California (a lifelong dream) in 2003 to be near his grandchildren. He enjoyed reading, watching sports, fixing things, keeping track of the weather, and eating ice cream. He will be remembered for his kindness and affable nature. He leaves behind his wife Hilde, daughter Andrea (Shai) and grandchildren Adam and Abigail.
Here’s what’s on the local agenda
Closed: In closed session, the board will evaluate Superintendent Sandra McGonagle and discuss one anticipated lawsuit.
Charging: The board will get an update on the district’s electric vehicle charging program.
PALO ALTO ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD
8:30 a.m., Thursday
250 Hamilton Ave.
San Antonio: The board may approve a seven-story, 197-unit apartment building at 762 San Antonio Road.
LOS ALTOS PLANNING COMMISSION
6 p.m., Thursday
1 N. San Antonio Road
Calwater: Commissioners may approve an office renovation and a new storage building for Calwater at 1001 Fremont Ave. and 1579 Miramonte Ave.
LOS ALTOS LIBRARY COMMISSION
6:30 p.m., Thursday
13 S. San Antonio Road
Renovation: Commissioners will discuss a redesign of the library, including whether men’s and women’s restrooms should be separate.
LOS ALTOS SCHOOL DISTRICT
7 p.m., Monday 201 Covington Road
Funding: The board will get an update on state and federal funding.
Outdoor: The board may sign an agreement with Santa Cruz County Outdoor Science School to run an overnight field trip for fifth and sixth graders.
Architects: The board may sign two contracts totaling $43,250 with CAW Architects to help with facility upgrades.
Sound: The board may hire Multimedia Consulting Services for $27,177 to upgrade the sound system for the multipurpose room at Bullis Charter School, funded by the Bullis PTA.
Health: The board may hire RO Health to provide on-call nurses for $12,500.
Almond: The board may sign two contracts totaling $11,146 to prepare for removing portable buildings at Almond Elementary School.
Transfer: The board will consider denying a family’s request to transfer their student from the Mountain View Whisman School District.
FOOTHILL-DE ANZA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
6 p.m., Monday 12345 El Monte Road, Los Altos Hills
Closed: In closed session at 4:30 p.m., the board will discuss two claims filed against the district and property negotiations relating to 699 N. Shoreline Blvd., a teacher housing project owned by the Mountain View Whisman School District.
MVLA: The board may approve a partnership with the Mountain View Los Altos High School District to provide college and career information to high schoolers.
Police: The board will review police equipment used over the last year.
SAN CARLOS PLANNING AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
7 p.m., Monday 600 Elm St.
Holly: Commissioners will review three alternatives to make the Holly Street and Highway 101 overpass safer for bicyclists following the death of Andrea Vallebueno in November.
SAN CARLOS ZONING ADMINISTRATOR HEARING
3 p.m., Wednesday 600 Elm St.
Permit: Commissioners will review a request for a permit to allow Caio Terra Academy, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu studio, to open at 677 Laurel St.
SAN CARLOS PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURE COMMISSION
7 p.m., Wednesday 610 Elm St.
Appoint: Commissioners will appoint one new member for the Museum of San Carlos History Board and two members for the Public Art Task Force.
MENLO PARK HOUSING COMMISSION
6:30 p.m., Wednesday 700 Alma St.
Plan: Commissioners will review recommendations for their 20252026 work plan.
SAN MATEO COUNTY PARKS COMMISSION
4 p.m., Thursday 400 County Center, Redwood City Fire: Commissioners will review a presentation on wildfires from the Parks Department.
SEQUOIA HEALTHCARE DISTRICT
12 p.m., Wednesday 939 Laurel St., San Carlos Planned Parenthood: The board will get an update on Planned Parenthood in the county.
Grant: The board may approve a grant for Meals on Wheels for $222,300 and Ravenswood Clinic for $460,000.
Planning: The board will review a
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recommendation from the planning committee.
Positions: CEO Pamela Kurtzman will announce the open positions in the district.
Letter: The board will discuss a possible open letter to the community about an undisclosed topic.
SAMTRANS BOARD
2 p.m., Wednesday
1250 San Carlos Ave., San Carlos Surveys: The board may hire Corey, Canapary & Galanis and EMC Research to do on-call market research and surveys for three years for $2.1 million.
HQ: The board will get an update on construction at its new headquarters in Millbrae. It may approve a $7.8 million contract with Skyline Construction for work in Millbrae and San Carlos.
Charging: The board may approve up to $36.3 million contract with Clark Construction Group to install electric bus chargers at SamTrans facilities.
Caltrain: The board may accept a proposal for how much SamTrans ought to contribute to Caltrain’s budget.
Tax: The board will vote whether to opt in to a regional sales tax measure aimed at bailing out Muni and BART.
CALTRAIN BOARD
9 a.m., Thursday
1250 San Carlos Ave., San Carlos
Police: The board may authorize Executive Director Michelle Bouchard to sign a five-year, $41 million contract for the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office to continue providing transit police.
CCTV: The board may buy closed-circuit television equipment from Convergint Technologies LLC for $273,307.
Surveys: The board may hire Corey, Canapary & Galanis and EMC Research to do on-call market research and surveys for three years for $2.1 million.
Radios: The board may sign a four-year, $850,000 contract with Pentagon Corporation to provide a radio dispatch system.
Costs: The board will get a report on Caltrain’s growing costs.
Diesel: The board may take a position on Senate Bill 30, which would prevent public agencies from selling or donating diesel trains. State Sen. Dave Cortese wrote the bill after Caltrain gave its old trains to Lima, Peru.
VTA BOARD
5:30 p.m., Thursday 70 W. Hedding St., San Jose Tax: The board will vote whether to opt in to a regional sales tax measure aimed at bailing out Muni and BART.
AGENDAS –Police union up for a 3.5% raise, bonus
BY ADRIANA HERNANDEZ Daily Post Staff Writer
Palo Alto council may approve a new agreement with police officers for a 3.5% raise and a $200 monthly bonus.
The raises and benefits will cost $6.4 million over a three-year contract, according to a report from Human Resources Director Sandra Blanch.
The highest salary an officer can earn with the three-year contract is $179,795 annually, Blanch said.
The contract adds 5% bonus for officers who are assigned to field training, patrol on a motorcycle, take care of a police dog and are certified for being
bilingual. Officers will also continue to get a paid holiday, including a 13th holiday known as “A Day of Reflection.” A program to help keep employees will also provide a 3% bonus. All officers who have been working for 10 years will receive 3% base pay increase. Officers with 15 years of service will receive 6%.
The city’s contribution to medical benefits will be 2% for just officers, officers with a partner will receive 3% and with families 5%. By January 2028, it will increase to 4%.
Council will vote on the raises on April 11.
Times shown are when a report was made to police. Information is from police department logs. All of the people named here are innocent until proven guilty in court.
PALO ALTO
JULY 24
9:30 p.m. — Auto burglary, 400 block of Florence St.
JULY 25
11:48 p.m. — Ariel Rangel Castro, 27, of Milpitas, arrested for DUI, Embarcadero Road and St. Francis Drive.
SUNDAY
2:31 a.m. — Jake Jay Friedman, 18, of Los Altos Hills, arrested for DUI, Alma St. and Lindero Drive.
MONDAY
3:50 p.m. — Michael Philip Lugea, 64, transient, arrested for creating a public nuisance, 2400 block of Faber Place.
5:39 p.m. — Maria Jose Barrios Cardona, 28, transient, arrested for creating a public nuisance, 2400 block of Embarcadero Way.
TUESDAY
6:48 a.m. — Auto burglary, Hopkins Ave. and Pine St.
11:24 a.m. — Manuel Barron Garcia, 35, of San Jose, arrested for grand theft, vandalism, possession of drugs and burglary tools, resisting police and falsely identifying himself to police, Downtown Palo Alto Caltrain Station.
7:25 p.m. — Erik Sven Peterson, 54, of Palo Alto, arrested for violation of a restraining order and possession of drug paraphernalia, Starr King Circle.
8:10 p.m. — Auto burglary, 1100 block of Harker Ave.
11:32 p.m. — Marquise Mitchell, 40, transient, arrested for grand theft and narcotics possession, Downtown Palo Alto Caltrain Station.
WEDNESDAY
9:37 a.m. — Parts and/or accessories stolen from a vehicle, 500 block of Georgia Ave.
3:53 p.m. — Basile Kidi Meroun, 35, of Stanford, arrested for robbery, battery and threats at Piazza’s Fine Foods, 3922 Middlefield Road.
MENLO PARK
THURSDAY
7:37 a.m. — Report made of an assault that occurred on July 10, Hacker Way.
8:31 a.m. — Bicycle stolen, 300 block of Constitution Drive.
11:45 a.m. — Fraud, 3000 block of Haven Ave.
3 p.m. — Fraud, 700 block of Coleman Ave.
WOODSIDE
MONDAY
2:54 a.m. — Mehmet Barcag, 29, cited for having an open container of alcohol in a vehicle, 3800 block of Woodside Road.
STANFORD
JULY 20
11:10 p.m. — Lei Wu, 54, of Los Gatos, cited for DUI, Junipero Serra Blvd. and Alpine Road.
JULY 21
2:59 p.m. — Bicycle stolen, 700 block of Escondido Road.
MOUNTAIN VIEW
JUNE 18
6:33 p.m. — Chevelle Minter, 61, of Mountain View, cited for possession of drug paraphernalia, 400 block of Moffett Blvd.
JUNE 20
9:35 p.m. — Jorge Herrera, 27, of Mountain View, cited for reckless driving, Moffett Blvd. and Central Expressway.
10:05 p.m. — Luis Hernandez Gimenez, 27, of Mountain View, cited for falsely identifying himself to police and driving without a license and with false vehicle registration, Rengstorff Ave. and Rock St.
11:43 p.m. — David Nunn, 45, of South San Francisco, cited for possession of drug paraphernalia, Central Expressway and Mayfield Ave.
JUNE 22
7:48 a.m. — Marina Ruiz Meza, 23, of Hayward, cited for DUI, Villa and View streets.
JUNE 24
1:24 a.m. — David Procopio, 38, of Mountain View, cited for driving with a suspended or revoked license and falsely identifying himself to police, Leghorn St. and Independence Ave.
11:40 a.m. — Abdul Samadi, 41, of Hayward, cited for furnishing tobacco to a minor, 1200 block of Grant Road.
6:14 p.m. — Armando Garcia Pineda, 53, of Mountain View, cited for theft of someone else’s lost property, 500 block of N. Shoreline Blvd.
JUNE 26
6:34 p.m. — Christopher Delgado Ochoa, 31, of East Palo Alto, cited for DUI, Garcia Ave. and Marine Way.
JUNE 28
5:02 a.m. — Surya Subramanian, 20, of Saratoga, cited for DUI, Moffett Blvd. and Leong Drive.
11:30 p.m. — Luis Aco, 28, of Mountain View, cited for DUI, Church St. and Calderon Ave.
JUNE 29
12:11 a.m. — Saul Alarcon Melendez, 44, of Sunnyvale, cited for drug possession, Whisman and E. Middlefield roads.
JUNE 30
2:31 a.m. — Jose Velasquez Vasquez, 34, of Santa Clara, cited for DUI and driving without a license, Villa and Franklin streets.
JULY 18
2:19 a.m. — Irene Hammock, 33, of Stockton, cited on a warrant, 100 block of E. El Camino.
JULY 22
7:21 p.m. — Luis Fregoso, 44, arrested for petty theft and probation violation, El Camino and Escuela Ave.
9 p.m. — Victor Hernandez Lopez, 31, cited on a warrant, 1800 block of California St.
10:12 p.m. — Sex crime, 1900 block of California St.
JULY 23
6:52 a.m. — Burglary at a business, 500 block of S. Rengstorff Ave.
9:41 a.m. — Vehicle stolen, Showers Drive and California St.
12:55 p.m. — Assault, 500 block of Palo Alto Ave.
1:08 p.m. — Sex crime, El Camino Hospital.
3:06 p.m. — Leonard Harris, 32, transient, arrested for brandishing a weapon, threats and parole violation, Showers Drive and El Camino.
LOS ALTOS
JULY 25
5:37 p.m. — Efrain Cruz Santiago, 23, of Mountain View, cited for driving with a suspended or revoked license, El Camino and Clark Ave.
THURSDAY
2:01 a.m. — Ismael Romero, 53, transient, arrested on warrants, 800 block of Fremont Ave.
NORTH FAIR OAKS
MONDAY
11:12 a.m. — William Lee Benson, 48, cited for possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia, Fifth Ave. and El Camino.
TUESDAY
12:54 a.m. — Leonardo Torres Naranjo, 58, cited for possession of drug paraphernalia, Bay Road and Third Ave.
REDWOOD CITY
JULY 25
7:25 p.m. — Hugo Edgardo Cabrera Linares, 41, of Redwood City, arrested for violation of a restraining order and falsely identifying himself to police, Union Ave. and Woodside Road.
JULY 26
12:34 a.m. — Caller says a man came up to the caller’s vehicle and brandished a weapon, 2400 block of Middlefield Road. Christopher Enriquez, 34, of Redwood City, arrested for public drunkenness, brandishing a weapon and resisting police.
12:46 a.m. — Caller says a homeless woman is hitting a homeless man with a tree branch and the man is throwing small rocks at the woman, Middlefield Road. The two are gone when police arrive.
9:11 a.m. — Woman’s purse stolen, Broadway.
11:32 a.m. — Rachel Gomez, 72, arrested for shoplifting at Target, 2485 El Camino.
2:02 p.m. — Robert Bruce Howell, 60, cited on a warrant, Redwood City Caltrain Station. Citation given by San Mateo County sheriff’s deputies.
4 p.m. — Jose Juan Mares, 49, of Redwood City, arrested for false display of vehicle registration and driving without proof of insurance, Walnut St. and Veterans Blvd.
4:49 p.m. — Purse stolen from an unlocked vehicle, Main St.
5:30 p.m. — Yolanda Margarita Peraza, 42, cited for possession of drug paraphernalia, Redwood City Caltrain Station. Citation given by San Mateo County sheriff’s deputies.
6:02 p.m. — Camila Abril, 26, of San Jose, cited for shoplifting at Target, 2485 El Camino.
11:06 p.m. — Marcio Enciso Ramirez, 33, of Redwood City, arrested for threats and brandishing a gun, 3500 block of Jefferson Ave.
SUNDAY
6:49 a.m. — Aunofo Lolohea, 31, of East Palo Alto, arrested for DUI, 800 block of Redwood Shores Parkway.
4:59 p.m. — Three women steal baby clothing from a store, El Camino.
6:54 p.m. — Joshua Glenn Payne, 45, of Woodside, arrested for shoplifting and parole violation at Target, 2485 El Camino.
8:42 p.m. — Kham Wa, 33, of Redwood City, cited for possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia, 400 block of El Camino.
11:44 p.m. — Luis Fernando Jimenez Hernandez, 29, of Redwood City, arrested on a warrant, Broadway and El Camino.
MONDAY
9:11 a.m. — Bryan Rios Serrato, 31, of San Mateo County, arrested for parole violation, 1700 block of Broadway.
SAN CARLOS
8:04 p.m. — Man goes into a business and throws water on several people, Middlefield Road.
9 p.m. — Juan Gabriel Garcia Rojas, 26, of Redwood City, arrested for driving under the influence of drugs and narcotics possession, Fifth Ave. and Spring St.
10:20 p.m. — Man tries to hit someone with a broken bottle, 700 block of El Camino. Cesar Ignacio Lucas, 30, of Concord, arrested for public drunkenness and assault with a deadly weapon.
10:31 p.m. — Erick Herrera Lucatero Jr., 27, of East Palo Alto, arrested for DUI, Middlefield Road and Main St.
TUESDAY
8:33 p.m. — Samuel McGowen, 33, arrested for grand theft, resisting police and on warrants, 1100 block of Industrial Road.
BELMONT
THURSDAY
1:39 a.m. — Keri Michelle Smith, 30, cited on a warrant, 1100 block of Shoreway Road.
2:31 p.m. — Man defrauded out of $300,000 that he thought was going to an investment firm, Alameda de las Pulgas.
6:44 p.m. — Three men steal groceries from a store, El Camino.
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PALO ALTO
3810 Grove Ave., 94303, 4 bedrooms, 1683 square feet, built in 1961, Davenport Trust to Shanti and Venkat Bhamidipati for $3,250,000, closed June 30
2823 Kipling St., 94306, 4 bedrooms, 1426 square feet, built in 1950, Cintz Trust to Wenxiu Wang for $3,626,000, closed July 3 (last sale, $1,178,000, 06-03-09)
4061 Manzana Lane, 94306, 2 bedrooms, 2530 square feet, built in 1946, Vasiliev Living Trust to Suprabha and Adhiraj Hassan for $4,950,000, closed July 3
MENLO PARK
6 Zachary Court, 94025, 4 bedrooms, 4540 square feet, built in 2000, Yuan 2016 Family Trust to Xuebing and Ting Tang for $6,580,000, closed June 9 (last sale, $3,600,000, 07-02-13)
ATHERTON
53 Santiago Ave., 94027, 1 bedroom, 1093 square feet, built in 1927, Pacific Peninsula Group to Pushpa Trust LLC for $37,000,000, closed June 9
MOUNTAIN VIEW
105 Estrada Drive, 94043, 4 bedrooms, 1839 square feet, built in 1997, Scott Family Trust to Yy Family Trust for $2,500,000, closed June 30 (last sale, $683,000, 08-22-03)
958 California St., 94041, 3 bedrooms, 2314 square feet, built in 2014, Pacific Peninsula Group to Natarajan Trust for $2,535,000, closed July 3
LOS ALTOS
86 3rd St. #304, 94022, 3 bedrooms, 1570 square feet, built in 2016, Downtown Nana LLC to Carolyn and Mark Gerhardt for $3,200,000, closed July 1 (last sale, $2,850,000, 03-12-21)
1320 Oakhurst Ave., 94024, 5 bedrooms, 3414 square feet, built in 2009, Mahallati Family Trust to Arini and Vijayan Prabhakaran for $6,211,500, closed June 30 (last sale, $1,725,000, 02-21-07)
PORTOLA VALLEY
161 East Floresta Way, 94028, 3 bedrooms, 2412 square feet, built in 1953, Kelley Trust to Alexis and Robert Robbins for $4,250,000, closed June 10
96 Ridge View Drive, 94027, 5 bedrooms, 13028 square feet, built in 2016, Jins Us Property LLC to Ramona West LLC for $31,802,500, closed June 10 (last sale, $21,000,000, 04-23-19)
140 Pinon Drive, 94028, 2 bedrooms, 2654 square feet, built in 2015, Reinhardt Family Trust to 140 Pinon Drive LLC for $7,485,000, closed June 4 (last sale: $2,300,000, 12-20-12)
REDWOOD CITY
314 G St., 94063, 3 bedrooms, 1604 square feet, built in 1951, Stephanie Lee to Riya and Kumar Satish for $1,902,000, closed June 10 (last sale, $1,411,000, 12-14-16)
668 Canyon Road, 94062, 4 bedrooms, 1740 square feet, built in 1957, Surya Panditi to Santhosh-Sumithra Family Trust for $2,250,000, closed June 10 (last sale, $1,860,000, 01-11-21)
821 Whitehall Lane, 94061, 3 bedrooms, 1570 square feet, built in 1985, Miriam Koberlein to Yasaman and Seyed Amjadi for $2,400,000, closed June 10 (last sale, $516,000, 01-12-99)
420 Bark Drive, 94065, 3 bedrooms, 1859 square feet, built in 1969, Hogan Family Trust to Riley and Rong Hu for $2,675,000, closed June 9 (last sale, $1,890,000, 05-30-17)
BELMONT
800 Live Oak Way #802, 94002, 3 bedrooms, 2096 square feet, built in 2005, Yang Family Trust to Polina and Aleksandr Kuznetcov for $1,725,000, closed June 10 (last sale, $1,025,000, 04-10-14)
917 North Road, 94002, 3 bedrooms, 1490 square feet, built in 1948, Fei and Jack Chai to Katerina and David Graf for $2,100,000, closed June 10 (last sale, $1,350,000, 05-09-17)
Showcase Showcase LISTINGS LISTINGS
Mary Prochnow is pleased to present 688 Kingswood Way in Los Altos. Open house Saturday and Sunday 12:00pm-3:00pm.
Judy Citron and Talia Citron Knaapp are pleased to present 4 Woodleaf Avenue in Redwood City. Located in the exclusive Woodhill Estates, this 5 bed, 3.5 bath Tudor-inspired home
tub, dual vanities, and
and Sunday 1:30pm-
appliances.
and Karen
are pleased to present 291 La Mesa Drive in Portola Valley. Open house Sat. and Sun. 1:30pm-4:30pm.
and Sunday 1:00pm-4:00pm. seamless indoor-outdoor
Alex Wang, sold this stunningly remodeled home for $3,800,000 - that’s $102,000 over the asking price! and expansive outdoor
Monique Anton is pleased to present 26 Roosevelt Circle in Palo Alto. Open House Saturday
Lynn North is pleased to present 10150 Santa Clara Avenue in Cupertino. Open house Saturday
4:30pm.
Excellent location close to top
Mary Prochnow
Rebecca Johnson
Fryling
Rebecca Johnson
John James is pleased to present 1671 Ben Roe Drive in Los Altos. Open house Saturday and Sunday 12:30pm-5:30pm.
Kathy Bridgman is pleased to present 26321 Alexander Place in Los Altos Hills.
amenities such as a simulator, and recreation
Terri Couture is pleased to present 28140 Story Hill Lane, Los Altos Hills.
remodel. Steps lead to a adjacent to a luxurious pool retreat, outdoor
OPEN HOUSE: Sat & Sun 12:30 to 5:30pm
John Forsyth James
650.218.4337
john@johnforsythjames.com
johnforsythjames.com
DRE 01138400
1671 Ben Roe Drive Los Altos
6 Bed | 4.5 Bath | 2,815 SF | 9,997 SF Lot
Offered at $4,388,000
Located on a beautiful street in South Los Altos, this extensively remodeled home offers two levels with deep front yard with fruit trees and patio introduces plan, designer lighting, and remodeled kitchen and baths enhance the modern ambiance. The living room and dining room is designed for entertaining, with a wet bar, including a wine cooler. The space
room and kitchen adding warmth and character. The new kitchen is a true focal point, featuring porcelain countertops, waterfall island with seating, and new Viking appliances.
layout easily supports a variety of lifestyle needs. The upstairs primary suite is spacious and offers
additional bedrooms are located upstairs, while three more – including a guest suite – are found on the main level.
The backyard is designed for outdoor living with maintenance landscaping. A large fenced side yard adds even more space for play or gardening.
and local amenities, this home delivers exceptional
LUXURY
REDEFINED. John James is pleased to present 1671 Ben Roe Drive in Los Altos.Discover modern luxury in this extensively remodeled 6 bed, 4.5 bath home offering 2,815 sf of living space on a 9,997 sq. ft. lot in soughtafter South Los Altos.
Step inside to find new wood floors, an open floor plan, designer lighting, and a chef’s kitchen featuring porcelain countertops, a waterfall island, and premium Viking appliances. Please call John (650) 218-4337 for more information.
Talk of the Market
Designed by Kelland Architects and brought to life by Thorenfeldt Construction, this estate blends striking contemporary design with timeless sophistication. Inside, soaring ceilings, bold designer finishes, and walls of glass create an atmosphere of openness and light. Please call Kathryn (650) 7404494 for more information.
PRIVATE HILLSIDE OASIS. Keri Nicholas is pleased to present 3 Vintage Court in Woodside. Experience refined living in this exceptional 5 bed, 5.5 bath estate designed for comfort, elegance, and entertainment. Step inside to a living room with vaulted ceilings, wood floors, and floorto-ceiling windows that frame spectacular views. The chef’s kitchen boasts a large island, peninsula, and overlooks both the sparkling pool and serene pond. Please call Keri (650) 533-7373 for more information.
PRESTIGIOUS
COASTAL HEAVEN.
Tim Allen is pleased to present 1070 Spyglass Woods Drive in Pebble Beach. This exceptional, forested parcel bordering the 12th hole of the renowned Spyglass Golf Course in Pebble Beach, CA, offers a rare opportunity to build your dream home. The lot is 0.95 acres with a 0.42 acre building envelope. All utilities are already stubbed at the parcel, simplifying the development process. Enjoy the convenience of being within walking distance to the ocean and a short drive away from the prestigious Pebble Beach Lodge, with easy access to the charming shops and amenities of Pacific Grove and Carmel. Please call Tim (831) 214-1990 for more information.
EXPERIENCED,
CONNECTED, AND COMMITTED. Erika Ameri brings over 20 years of experience in Silicon Valley real estate, offering unmatched local expertise. A Palo Alto native and secondgeneration Berkeley alum, she knows the area’s neighborhoods, schools, and community inside out. After starting her career at Stanford, Erika and her husband of 40 years raised two daughters in Los Altos, giving her a deep understanding of what makes this region special. Please contact Erika (650) 269-8211 for more information.
INNOVATION, ARTISTRY, AND INTENTION. Kathryn Bedbury is pleased to present 855 Darrell Road in Hillsborough. Discover elevated living in this 5 bed, 5.5 bath, 7,370 sf architectural gem nestled in the prestigious Skyfarm neighborhood.
KATHY BRIDGMAN IS PLEASED TO present 26321 Alexander Place in Los Altos Hills. The main residence boasts 6 bed, 6.5 bath featuring a main-level primary suite, expansive living spaces with soaring 15’ ceilings, a showcase kitchen plus caterer’s kitchen, office/ library, and luxurious amenities such as a fitness center, golf/sports simulator, and recreation room with full bar. Experience unparalleled luxury in this brand-new modern French masterpiece, situated on a rare, fully level 1+ acre lot just 1.5 miles from the Village. Exceptional Los Altos schools complete this rare offering.
IDYLLIC LOS ALTOS.
Mary Prochnow is pleased to present 688 Kingswood Way in Los Altos. This 4 bed, 2 bath property is located in the Idyllic neighborhood of four tree-lined streets with one road in. This home is 2,002 square feet and sits on a 9,537 square foot lot. This home is available for the first time in 46 years. The kitchen is a cook’s pleasure with Cherry cabinetry and distinctive granite. The home’s baths have been redone with great style and accoutrements. Please contact Mary (650) 269-3120 for more information.
EXQUISITE HOME.
Terri Couture is pleased to present 705 University Avenue in Los Altos. Crafted primarily of wood, concrete, and glass, this retreat by a noted architect is a spectacular modern interpretation of a Craftsman cottage. Exuberant landscaping, high-tech amenities, and a private, sought-after location by Downtown Los Altos underscore the one-of-a-kind nature of this home. Please contact Terri at (650) 917-5811 for more information.
TIMELESS TUDOR ELEGANCE. Judy Citron and Talia Citron Knaapp are pleased to present 4 Woodleaf Avenue in Redwood City. Located in the exclusive Woodhill Estates, this 5 bed, 3.5 bath Tudor-inspired home offers 3,610
sf of timeless elegance on an 11,900 sf lot. Stone accents, manicured hedges, and wrought-iron details create stunning curb appeal. Please contact Judy (650) 400-8424 or Talia for more information.
MID-CENTURY POTENTIAL. Rebecca Johnson and Karen Fryling are pleased to present 291 La Mesa Drive in Portola Valley. This 4 bed, 2 bath home offers classic mid-century modern design and endless
potential - perfect as a fixer-upper or custom build opportunity. Enjoy an open-concept living room with a wall of windows, a central galley kitchen with washer and dryer, and a layout filled with natural light. Please call Rebecca (650) 438-2331 or Karen (650) 281-8752 for more information.
FRENCH
MASTERPIECE. Kathy Bridgman is pleased to present 26321 Alexander Place in Los Altos Hills. The main residence boasts 6 bed, 6 full bath, and 2 half-baths, featuring a main-level primary suite, expansive living spaces with soaring 15’ ceilings, a showcase kitchen plus caterer’s kitchen, office/library, and luxurious amenities such as a fitness center, golf/sports simulator, and recreation room with full bar. Experience unparalleled luxury in this brand-new modern French masterpiece, situated on a rare, fully level 1+ acre lot just 1.5 miles from the Village. Please contact Kathy (650) 868-7677 for more information.
CHARMING AND CONVENIENT
POTENTIAL. Lynn North is pleased to present 10150 Santa Clara Avenue in Cupertino. Nestled on a quiet street near Monta Vista, this gorgeous 2 bed, 1 bath 950 sf cottage sits on 5,000 sf and offers endless potential. It features on one level an open floor plan awaiting your improvements with room to expand or rebuild. Excellent location close to top Cupertino schools & close commutes to Apple & all routes. Many newer large homes in this neighborhood & it can be rented until you complete the permit process. . Please contact Lynn (650) 703-6437 for more information.
NESTLED IN THE COVETED GREEN Gables neighborhood, this stunningly remodeled home has officially sold for $3,800,000 - that’s $102,000 over the asking price! Featuring 4 bed, 3 bath, and a spacious 2,065 sf interior, the home sits on an impressive 11,442 sf lot in a peaceful culde-sac setting. With beautifully updated interiors and expansive outdoor grounds, it offers the perfect blend of modern luxury and Palo Alto charm. Listed at $3,698,000, this property garnered significant attention thanks to its prime location and thoughtful design, making it a true standout in today’s competitive market. Please call Alex Wang (650) 800-8840 for all your home selling and buying needs.
GARCIA ––––––– SMOKE ––––––– STANFORD ––––
sales decline, where sales grew 1% for the full year, the company’s worst results in over 20 years, excluding 2020 and the 2008 financial crisis, the Wall Street Journal reported at the time.
Takes over at troubled time
Donahoe takes over one of the country’s most successful athletic programs with Stanford having won at least one NCAA title in 49 straight years starting in 1976-77 and a record 137 NCAA team titles overall.
But the Cardinal struggled in the high-profile sports of football and men’s basketball under Muir’s tenure, leading to the decision to hire former Stanford and NFL star Andrew Luck to oversee the football program as its general manager.
Football rebound?
The Cardinal are looking to rebound in football after going to three Rose Bowls under former coach David Shaw in Muir’s first four years as AD.
Shaw resigned in 2022 following a second straight 3-9 season and Muir’s new hire, Troy Taylor, posted back-to-back 3-9 seasons before being fired in March following a report that he had been investigated twice for allegedly mistreating staffers.
Luck hired former NFL coach Frank Reich as interim coach.
The men’s basketball program hasn’t made the NCAA Tournament since Muir’s second season in 2013-14 under former coach Johnny Dawkins.
Dawkins was fired in 2016 and replaced by Jerod Haase, who failed to make the tournament once in eight years.
Basketball struggles
Muir hired Kyle Smith last March to take over and the Cardinal went 21-14 for their most wins in 10 years.
Muir also hired Kate Paye as women’s basketball coach last year after Hall of Famer Tara VanDerveer retired.
The Cardinal went 16-15 this past season and in missed the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 1987.
Muir also oversaw the Cardinal’s transition to the ACC this past year after the school’s long-term home, the Pac-12, broke apart.
Donahoe will start his role on Sept. 8.
a chance to enjoy the music, dance, hug, smile,” said daughter Trixie Garcia, growing emotional during her brief remarks. “Cherish what’s valuable, what’s significant in life.”
60th
anniversary
Tens of thousands of fans are in San Francisco to commemorate the Grateful Dead’s 60th anniversary with concerts and other activities throughout the city.
The latest iteration of the band, Dead & Company, with original Grateful Dead members Bob Weir and Mickey Hart, will play Golden Gate Park’s Polo Field for three days starting yesterday. An estimated 60,000 attendees are expected each day.
Formed in 1965, the Grateful Dead played often and for free in their early years while living in a cheap Victorian home in the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood after its early days on the Peninsula.
Early days on the Peninsula
The band’s first show, as the Warlocks, was at Magoo’s Pizza Parlor at 639 Santa Cruz Avenue in Menlo Park. Weir met Garcia on New Year’s Eve in 1963 when Weir heard Garcia playing banjo at Dana Morgan Music Store at 534 Bryant St. in Palo Alto. They formed a band that over the next two years morphed into the Warlocks, and then the Dead.
The band later became a significant part of 1967’s Summer of Love, and the Grateful Dead has become synonymous with San Francisco and its bohemian counterculture.
Sign unveiling
Yesterday, fans in rainbow tie-dye and Grateful Dead T-shirts whooped and cheered as the sign was unveiled. Nonfans with shopping bags and some using walking canes maneuvered around the crowd on what was for them just another foggy day in the working-class neighborhood.
Afterward, devotees peeled off to pose for photos in front of Garcia’s childhood home.
Jared Yankee, 23, got the crowd to join him in singing “Happy Birthday.” Yankee said he flew in from Rhode Island for the shows. He got into the music about a decade ago.
“I figure everyone knows the words to ‘Happy Birthday.’”
smoking accessories such as pipes, lighters, rolling paper for tobacco and ashtrays.
“The county will continue to vigilantly inspect the store to be certain the products do not return,” said San Mateo County Supervisor Ray Mueller said, who represents the area and lives nearby.
Current wares
San Mateo County currently has an ordinance that prohibits the sale of tobacco or cannabis within 1,000 feet of schools, which caused Omar’s inventory switch.
Now the shop sells action figures, paintings, clothes, backpacks, sex enhancements, synthetic urine, CBD infused gummies, hats, knives, phone chargers and nitrous oxide. Nitrous oxide is also known as laughing gas.
Mueller said he will be looking to bring an ordinance to ban nitrous oxide from being sold near schools.
School concerns
Las Lomitas Elementary School District Superintendent Erik Burmeister said he fears the shop glorifies tobacco use. The shop is down the street from La Entrada Middle School at 2200 Sharon Road. Also nearby is Philips Brooks School at 2245 Avy Ave.
“Our district and board are very concerned about the presence of the smoke shop in such proximity to three schools, all of which serve students under the age of 13,” Burmeister told the Post.
Burmeister plans to send parents a warning not to let their children hang out in that area in his back-toschool newsletter.
‘Masquerading as a gift shop’
Burmeister said that he has been in communication with Mueller to make sure the “smoke shop masquerading as a gift shop” does not stay open.
Burmeister said if the store wants to sell clothes, it would be more appropriate for it to say open.
Omar said he has been making changes to his shop to better comply with the county and residents’ concerns.
A version of the store, then operated by Omar’s brother Ahmed, tried to open, but after upet residents contacted the county, the store didn’t open.
Blazin Gifts is open from 8 a.m. to 2 a.m.
Swiss tariffs to hit watches, chocolate
Prices for the eponymous Swiss watches, Swiss chocolate and Swiss cheese could skyrocket in a week as a result of U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war.
Switzerland, home to some the world’s most recognizable luxury brands, now faces an upcoming 39% tariff from the U.S. Industry groups yesterday warned that both Swiss companies and American consumers could pay the price.
Trump signed an executive order Thursday placing tariffs on many U.S. trade partners — the next step in his trade agenda that will test the global economy and alliances — that’s set to take effect next Thursday. The order applies to 66 countries, the European Union, Taiwan and the Falkland Islands.
In Switzerland, officials failed to reach a final agreement with the U.S. after Trump initially threatened a 31% tariff in April. Swiss companies will now have one of the steepest export duties — only Laos, Myanmar and Syria had higher figures, at 40-41%. The 27-member EU bloc and Britain, meanwhile, negotiated 15% and 10% tariffs, respectively.
Figure came as a surprise
The Swiss government spent yesterday — the country’s National Day — reeling from the news. Swiss President Karin Keller-Sutter said that the 39% figure was a surprise, because negotiators had hashed out a deal last month with the Trump administration that apparently wasn’t approved by the American leader himself.
“We will now analyze the situation and try to find a solution,” Keller-Sutter told reporters. “I can’t say what the outcome will be, but it will certainly damage the economy.”
The U.S. goods trade deficit with Switzerland was $38.5 billion last year, a 56.9% increase over 2023, according to the Office of the United States Trade Representative. Keller-Sutter said that she believes Trump ultimately chose the 39% tariff, because the figure rounded up from the $38.5 billion goods trade deficit.
Time ticking for watch companies
For Swiss watch companies, whose products already come with price tags in the tens of thousands — if not the hundreds of thousands — of euros, a timepiece for an arm could cost a leg, too, come next week.
The 39% figure was especially galling to the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry, because Switzerland in 2024 got rid of import tariffs on all industrial goods.
“As Switzerland has eliminated all custom duties on imported industrial products, there is no problem with reciprocity between Switzerland and the U.S.,” the federation said in a statement. “The tariffs constitute a severe problem for our bilateral relations.”
Swiss watch exports were already facing a prolonged slowdown, with significant declines in the United States, Japan and Hong Kong, according to the federation’s June figures, the most recent available.
Swatch and Rolex declined to comment yesterday. Representatives for Patek Philippe, IWC and Breitling didn’t respond to requests for comment.
Sour taste for chocolatiers
Multinational chocolatiers Nestle and Lindt & Sprungli said they have production lines in the U.S. for American customers. But small- and medium-sized Swiss companies are predicted to suffer under the tariffs.
Roger Wehrli, chief executive of the Association of Swiss Chocolate Manufacturers, also known as Chocosuisse, said Switzerland exports 7% of its chocolate production to the U.S.
It’s not just the 39% tariff that’s the issue. Once the manufacturers factor in the exchange rate between U.S. dollars and Swiss francs ($1 to 1.23 francs yesterday), Wehrli said, it’s close to a 50% increase in costs for the Swiss companies. And that’s a big number to pass on to American consumers, if the already-slim margins aren’t further reduced.
Wehrli said that he wants Swiss chocolatiers to sell to other markets around the globe to make up the difference. Still, he hopes American customers remember that Swiss quality beats cheaper quantity.
Tough pill for pharmaceuticals
Swiss pharmaceuticals powerhouse Roche says that it’s working to ensure its patients and customers worldwide have access to their medications and diagnostics amid the Trump tariff war.
The company in April announced that it plans to invest $50 billion in the United States over the next five years, creating 12,000 jobs. The company already employs more than 25,000 people in the U.S.
FREE WEBINAR: Efficient Supplemental Irrigation
VALLEY WATER INVITES YOU TO a free webinar on Thursday, August 28 at 6:00 p.m. Learn how to create a water-wise yard using efficient irrigation techniques. Topics include irrigation system basics, controller programming, and why drip irrigation conserves more water than sprinklers. This class is part of their water conservation webinar series, helping residents save water while keeping landscapes beautiful. Interpretation will be available in Spanish, Mandarin, and Vietnamese. Advance registration is required. Sign up at valleywater.org/webinars.
One of Valley Water’s Water Wise Outdoor Surveyors checks the efficiency of a resident’s irrigation controller.
BRUCE BAUER LUMBER & SUPPLY, a longtime pillar of the South Bay community, is hosting its annual Customer Appreciation Day on Friday, Aug. 22, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 134 San Antonio Circle in Mountain View. The event will feature the latest products from top vendors, exciting giveaways including tools and a Blackstone grill, and delicious BBQ. It’s a great opportunity for the community to come together, explore new home improvement solutions, and celebrate the strong connection Bruce Bauer has built with its local patrons over the years. All are welcome for a day of food, fun, and home improvement education.
NOTICING MOSQUITOES, RATS, WILDLIFE, OR other insects living in or around your home? These could be vectors— animals or insects that can spread disease. The Santa Clara County Mosquito and Vector Control District is here
Wayne Padgett on “Grierson’s Raid”
to help, and all their services are free. Their licensed staff can inspect the outside of your home and provide tips, tools, and info to help keep vectors out. They also offer free presentations and booths for schools, events, and community groups. For any of their services, submit a service request online at vector.santaclaracounty.gov, email vectorinfo@cep. sccgov.org or call (408) 918-4770.
NO-COST LEAD PAINT REMEDIATION. Homes built before 1978 are more likely to have lead-based paint, which has been documented to be harmful to residents’ health - particularly when children are present in the home. Burlingame homeowner ‘Carl’ found out his toddler-aged son tested positive for lead, and needed resolution to his home’s lead presence. Luckily, Rebuilding Together Peninsula was able to help, providing Carl with remediation - at no cost. Now with its lead-based paint properly contained, Carl’s home is a safer environment for
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his family. Carl said, “I highly recommend anybody who is considering going through this process to do it not only for the safety of your kids but also for your own mental health and well-being.” If you are a San Mateo County resident, you can find out more about this program at www.rtpeninsula.org/leadpaint-safety.
BIRDER’S GARDEN HAS BEEN ONE OF Peninsula bird lovers’ favorite places for over 30 years. The store offers everything needed for successful bird feeding, including high-quality American-made feeders, bird seed mixes, nesting boxes, bird baths and more. Stop by 926 El Camino Real in San Carlos, and enjoy 15% off your bird bath purchase this month. For more information, call (650) 5950300. Shown in the photo is Bonnie Regalia, your local birding specialist.
DON’T
A FINE
WHINE. DRINK WINE AND HAVE
TIME.
The Sundance is a very classy restaurant. Everybody knows that. They’ve been serving some of the best wine in town for over 50 years. French, Italian, or pick one of the world famous wines from California. The people who dine at this family-owned restaurant are top shelf people. Everything has to be perfect...and everything is. Classic American cuisine in the candlelit dining room or a sip of wine with some appetizers in the lounge. Just have a seat and talk to Alyssa. Come by 1921 El Camino Real and see why the family owned Sundance The Steakhouse has been such a special place for decades. Call (650) 321-6798 for a reservation or check the website for more info.
