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Counties enter transit bailout
San Mateo County’s Transit District (SamTrans) Board and Santa Clara County’s VTA board each voted this week to support legislation that would put a half-cent sales tax increase on the 2026 ballot to bailout BART, San Francisco’s Muni, Caltrain, VTA and other transit agencies.
In San Mateo County, some officials — such as county supervisor and former Congresswoman Jackie Speier — favored a business tax as a more appropri-
THE UPDATE
BURLINGAME FATAL: A 4-yearold child has died after he and a 6-year-old girl were struck last night by a sedan while they were standing on the sidewalk in front of a restaurant on the 1200 block of Donnelly Avenue in Burlingame, police said. The 6-year-old was taken to Stanford Hospital. The 19-year-old driver of the sedan remained on scene and was cooperating with the investigation, police said.
TRUMP-PUTIN MEETING:
President Trump said yesterday he’ll meet with Vladimir Putin in Alaska next week to end the war in Ukraine. Putin said he’ll only agree to a ceasefire if he gets eastern Ukraine. Trump said any peace deal will involve “some swapping” of territory. Russia is coming to the table after the U.S. said it would hit any country buying Russian oil with a 500% tariff.
CDC SHOOTER: A suspected gunman and a police officer are dead after law enforcement responded to reports of an active shooter on the CDC campus in Atlanta yesterday.
BOASBERG REVERSED: An
[See THE UPDATE, page 4]
Taxes would go to BART, Muni
ate funding source for transit. She said at the agency’s Wednesday meeting that a sales tax is regressive, placing a greater burden on the poor than the wealthy. She said burden should fall on wealthy corporations rather than individuals.
In Santa Clara County, if voters approve a 5/8ths sales tax increase this fall, it would boost the total sales tax
9.75%. The additional half-cent mass transit bailout would raise the rate to 10.25% if approved in 2026.
The transit boards in the two counties voted to support Senate Bill 63, introduced by Scott Wiener of San Francisco and Jesse Arreguin of Berkeley. SB63 allow for a ballot measure in November 2026 in San Francisco, Alameda and
San Mateo counties, through their transit agencies, voted to join the bill. Normally a tax increase would require a two-thirds vote for approval. But a state Supreme Court decision lowered the threshold to a simple majority if citizens were to petition to put the measure on the ballot rather than a government. Polling results from January showed a half-cent sales tax was
[See BAILOUT, page 22]
Former gun store sits empty
BY BRADEN CARTWRIGHT Daily Post Staff Writer
A Los Altos inventor who allegedly killed his wife in Taiwan is ducking a restraining order that freezes his assets, according to a process server.
David Newman, 48, of Milpitas, was hired by the family of Mountain View tutor Alice Ku to serve papers on her husband, Harald Herchen. Ku, 37, disappeared at a national park in Taiwan in November 2019, and
BY ADRIANA HERNANDEZ Daily Post Staff Writer
A former gun store on El Camino Real that had its lease taken over by the city of San Carlos has sat empty for the last two years, with the city paying over $500,000 as a result.
City officials have been struggling to find a tenant for the former Imbert & Smithers gun shop at 1144 El Camino Real, according to City Attorney Greg Rubens. Council will vote on Monday whether to keep leasing the property. Since the city took over the lease in January 2023, the building has sat empty, with only a jiujitsu studio expressing interest in the space before backing out, according to Rubens.
In the meantime, the city has paid at least $539,552 between taking over the gun store’s lease and rent up until this month. The gun store’s license was
[See GUN, page 22]
Herchen allegedly sent an email from her account to make it seem like she was still alive.
Ku’s parents sued Herchen for wrongful death, and a jury on July 18
[See DOOR, page 22]
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Firefighters mourn loss of paramedic
Mountain View firefighters today are mourning the death of Engineer Paramedic Gabe Shamiya, 36, of Pacifica, who died on July 14 after a two-year battle with job-related cancer.
Shamiya worked in Mountain View
for nine years, most recently at Fire Station #2 at the corner of Cuesta Drive and Grant Road.
First to volunteer
Shamiya was always the first to volunteer for wildfire deployments across California, the Mountain View firefighters’ union said in an online fundraiser.
“His compassion, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to service made him one of the most respected and trusted paramedics in our department,” the union said.
The fundraiser has brought in $28,500 for Shamiya’s family. He is survived by his wife, Ashley, and their 2-year-old son, Luca.
Firefighters will have a private fu-
neral for Shamiya today on the waterfront in Burlingame. All but one deputy chief and one battalion chief are planning to attend, spokesman Robert Maitland said yesterday.
Firefighters and engines from the cities of Morgan Hill, Santa Clara, San Jose, Milpitas and Gilroy will cover Mountain View’s stations today from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Maitland said.
Police: Stranger sexually assaulted woman going home
East Palo Alto police yesterday arrested a Mountain View man who allegedly sexually assaulted a woman, Chief Jeff Liu said.
An officer on patrol noticed a dis-
traught woman on Newell Road on Wednesday at 9:26 p.m. The woman told the officer she had been sexually assaulted while she was walking home by a man who fled the scene in a sedan,
according to Liu. Police used the city’s Flock license plate cameras and tracked the sedan to Mountain View, Liu said.
Police contacted Steven Torres, 19, yesterday, and after an interview, de-
termined there was probable cause for him to be arrested. Torres is in jail in lieu of $50,000 on suspicion of sexual battery and assault. He will be in court Monday.
appeals court yesterday reversed a ruling by U.S. District Judge James Boasberg, who found the Trump administration in contempt of court for refusing to stop planes of illegal immigrants heading to an El Salvador prison. The appeals court found that Boasberg had exceeded his authority and intruded on the executive branch’s foreign affairs powers.
MILITARY TO FIGHT DRUGS: President Trump yesterday ordered the Pentagon to use the armed forces to root out drug cartels in Latin America.
ADULT HAPPY MEALS: McDonald’s next week will introduce a new Happy Meal for adults. Each meal will also include one of six collectible tins that feature postcards, stickers and more inspired by Grimace to the Hamburglar.
FEMALE UMPIRE: Major League Baseball will feature the first woman to umpire a regular-season game this weekend. Jen Pawol is making history as she joins the umpire crew for the series between the Miami Marlins and the Atlanta Braves in Atlanta.
DIDDY CONCERT: Sean “Diddy” Combs’ attorney is considering whether to make a potential musical comeback at New York’s Madison Square Garden after his release from jail for prostitutionrelated charges, his attorney says.
INTEL CHIEF DEFENDS SELF: Intel CEO LipBu Tan is insisting that everything he had done is legal after President Trump and Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton raised questions about a company he prevously headed that had ties to the Chinese military. Tan, a Piedmont resident, was previously chief executive of Cadence Design Systems, which has pleaded guilty and agreed to pay $140 million over U.S. charges that its subsidiary in China had repeatedly furnished technology to the Chinese military.
SHAMIYA
Deaths
San Mateo County Coroner’s Office:
Aug. 7
Joan Abramson, 76, no hometown listed
Jane Valentine Nazzaro, 81, of San Mateo
Santa Clara County Medical Examiner’s Office:
July 25
Jo Gilbert, 95, of Sunnyvale
Matthew Basirico, 41, of Sunnyvale
Yenifer Castellanos Garcia, 23, died in Mountain View
July 22
Joseph Alexander, 66, of Los Altos
July 21
Martha Brewer, 100, of Mountain View
Births
Packard Children’s Hospital in Palo Alto:
Jan. 21
Cielo Adelina Betancourt, a girl
Jan. 20
Kieran Kuo Atom, a boy
Nathaniel Takeo Barrios Takara, a boy
Eileen Itzel Blair, a girl
Oran Darragh Giggins, a boy
Ariadna Ailani Guerra Luch, a girl
Roa Huangoh, a girl
Owen Brooks Larson, a boy
Abraham Zhian Li, a boy
Thiago Damian Menendez Perez, a boy
Sebastian Morales Victoria, a boy
Victoria Ramirez, a girl
Ozzy Monroe Schwartz, a girl
Waylon Leavitt Tirado, a boy
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PALO ALTO CITY COUNCIL
5:30 p.m., Monday 250 Hamilton Ave.
Apartments: Council will give feedback on plans to build a six-story, 120-unit apartment complex at 4256 El Camino Real.
Forest: Council will give feedback on plans to build an eight-story, 82-unit apartment building at 332 Forest Ave.
Weed: Council may approve liens on properties with hazardous weeds.
Water: Council may approve a water supply agreement with the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission.
Merge: Council may merge five properties into one property to allow for a 368-unit apartment complex at 3150 El Camino Real.
Homeless: Council may sign a two-year, $512,377 contract with the nonprofit LifeMoves to support the homeless.
Sewer: Council may add $1.8 million to an $8.1 million contract with SAK Construction to install a 72-inch sewer pipe.
Chambers: Council may approve
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Parking: Council may change the parking permit allotment and zones in the Evergreen Park-Mayfield neighborhood to accommodate the loss of parking on El Camino Real.
Police: Council may give 10% raises to police officers over the next three years.
Fire: Council may approve a fire hazard map from the state.
Planning: Council may approve five contracts totaling $2 million for consultants to help city planners.
PALO ALTO POLICY AND SERVICES COMMITTEE
6 p.m., Tuesday
250 Hamilton Ave.
Legislation: The committee will discuss state and federal legislation.
Purchasing: City Auditor Katherine Murdock will present her audit of the city’s purchasing cards.
Wellness: The committee will get an update on 26 projects to improve “wellness and belonging.”
SANTA CLARA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
9:30 a.m., Tuesday
70 W. Hedding St., San Jose
Assessor: Supervisors may ap[See AGENDAS, page 23]
Man shot by store guard gets prison
BY ADRIANA HERNANDEZ Daily Post Staff Writer
A man who was shot in a scuffle with a security guard in San Carlos during an attempted robbery was sentenced to two years in prison yesterday, a prosecutor said.
Jonathan Lee Mackey, 26, of San Carlos, was sentenced in two separate instances of robbery, District Attorney Steve Wagstaffe said.
Mackey will also have to pay restitution of $275 to Target in Redwood City.
First instance
Mackey was shot in the behind by a security guard at the Home Depot at 1125 Old County Road in San Carlos after he tried to steal $158 worth of tools on Aug. 7, 2023, according to Wagstaffe.
He was then sentenced to six months in jail and two years of probation, Wagstaffe said at the time.
Not long after Mackey got out of jail, he was arrested on Dec. 7, 2023, for loading up a cart with items worth $821 at Target in Redwood City and trying to rush out of the store, according to the DA’s office.
A security guard tried to stop him, but Mackey threatened to spray the security guard with pepper spray, Wagstaffe said.
During the scuffle, Mackey grabbed a Segway worth $275 and ran, dropping his phone in the meantime.
Police were able to figure out the phone belonged to Mackey and arrested him a few days later when he saw his probation officer, according to Wagstaffe.
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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
MONDAY
5:16 a.m. — Vehicle stolen, 500 block of Kendall Ave.
5:17 p.m. — Stolen vehicle recovered, 300 block of College Ave.
11:19 p.m. — Raymond Perry, 27, of Watsonville, arrested on a warrant, 3600 block of El Camino.
TUESDAY
2:44 a.m. — Jason Michael Hyatt, 46, of San Jose, cited on a warrant, 400 block of University Ave.
5:26 a.m. — Theft, 1800 block of Alma St.
5:09 p.m. — Shoplifting, Stanford Shopping Center.
6:33 p.m. — Vehicle accident causes injuries, South Court and E. Meadow Drive.
8:19 p.m. — Auto burglary, 500 block of Webster St.
8:30 p.m. — Auto burglary, 400 block of Emerson St.
8:57 p.m. — Auto burglary, 500 block of Cowper St.
9:06 p.m. — Auto burglary, 500 block of High St.
9:21 p.m. — Auto burglary, 500 block of Webster St.
EAST PALO ALTO
WEDNESDAY
9:26 p.m. — Woman says she was walking home when a man attacked and sexually assaulted her, Newell Road. He then fled in a sedan. Police later find the suspected vehicle in Mountain View and arrest Steven Torres, 19, of Mountain View for sexual battery and assault with the intent to commit felony sex crimes.
MENLO PARK
THURSDAY
6:27 a.m. — Vehicle collision causes injuries, Bayfront Expressway and Hacker Way.
8:20 a.m. — Dwight Tucker, 34, of East Palo Alto, arrested for being under the influence of drugs, 300 block of Ravenswood Ave.
11:41 a.m. — Aaron Pace, 50, of San Francisco, arrested for possession
of drugs and drug paraphernalia and on a warrant, 700 block of El Camino.
7:33 p.m. — Vehicle hit by paintballs, 1300 block of Chilco St.
10:19 p.m. — Shamar Bell, 39, of Oakland, cited on a warrant, Bayfront Expressway and Marsh Road.
MOUNTAIN VIEW
JULY 31
4:10 a.m. — Grand theft at Walmart, 600 Showers Drive.
8:12 a.m. — Indecent exposure, Stevens Creek Trail and Evelyn Ave.
9:59 a.m. — Battery, 2500 block of Solace Place.
11:48 a.m. — Theft at Target, 555 Showers Drive.
1:54 p.m. — Rape, 800 block of California St.
3:49 p.m. — Burglary at a business, 800 block of N. Rengstorff Ave.
6:22 p.m. — Patrick Lucas, 42, of San Jose, arrested for public drunkenness, battery against police and probation violation, 1200 block of W. El Camino.
8:03 p.m. — Theft at Ross, 1030 N. Rengstorff Ave.
10:47 p.m. — Juan Martinez Barrera, 42, transient, arrested for falsely identifying himself to police, possession of burglary tools, probation violation and on a warrant, San Simeon and San Pablo drives. AUG. 1
1:05 a.m. — Shawn Purcell, 64, of Palo Alto, cited for DUI, Evelyn Ave. and Highway 85.
3 a.m. — Alexis Nunez Aguilar, 25, of Menlo Park, cited for DUI, 100 block of Moffett Blvd.
7:49 a.m. — Vehicle stolen, 900 block of Arietta Ave.
9:02 a.m. — Home burglary, 800 block of Farley St.
11:07 a.m. — Rape, 200 block of Higdon Ave.
LOS ALTOS
JULY 30
11:19 a.m. — Charles Williams, 57, of El Centro, cited for theft of someone else’s lost property, El Camino and San Antonio Road.
9:55 p.m. — Gerardo Martinez, 39, of Cupertino, cited for driving with a suspended or revoked license, San Antonio Road and Loucks Ave.
REDWOOD CITY
JULY 29
2 p.m. — Oxana Romascho, 38, of Saratoga, arrested on a warrant, 1-99 block of Main St.
11:51 p.m. — Jose Rosete Flores, 34, of Redwood City, cited for drug possession and driving without a license, Willow and Shasta streets. Marvin Anibal Guillen Sanchez, 36, of Redwood City, cited for drug possession.
JULY 30
7:59 p.m. — Ever Ochoa Rodriguez, 31, of Redwood City, arrested for shoplifting and parole violation at Target, 2485 El Camino.
11:19 p.m. — Nawied Ahmed Amin, 41, of San Bruno, arrested for battery and illegal use of tear gas, 1000 block of Broadway.
11:50 p.m. — Jose Luis Cuevas Ramirez, 22, of Menlo Park, arrested for public drunkenness, 700 block of Winslow St. William Mauricio Nunez, 22, of Redwood City, arrested for public drunkenness and brandishing a weapon.
SUNDAY
2:32 a.m. — Jonathan Acevedo Pena, 32, of Redwood City, cited for DUI and hit-and-run, Second Ave. and Page St.
3:16 p.m. — Bicycle stolen, Roosevelt Ave.
3:39 p.m. — Sebastian Isidro Alvarado Ixpata, 25, of Redwood City, cited for driving with a suspended or revoked license, El Camino and Finger Ave. Citation given by San Mateo County sheriff’s deputies.
5:30 p.m. — Resident says he saw his neighbor come out of the house and smash a window of the resident’s truck, Alden St.
6:35 p.m. — Jose Alberto Rivas, 27, of Redwood City, arrested for driving without a license and with false vehicle registration, Veterans Blvd. and Maple St.
7:47 p.m. — Clifford Couey, 78, of Redwood City, cited for display of false vehicle registration, 1000 block of Main St. Citation given by San Mateo County sheriff’s deputies.
8:34 p.m. — Burglary, Broadway.
MONDAY
8:11 a.m. — Myles Chase Brewer, 32, of Menlo Park, cited for possession of someone else’s lost property, 100 block of Chestnut St.
11:18 a.m. — Dior Derell Green, 43, of Redwood City, cited for threats and battery, 500 block of Woodside Road.
12:38 a.m. — Battery, Broadway. 1:46 p.m. — Shirtless man cursing and causing a disturbance, 700 block of Winslow St. Mark Christopher Smith, 44, of San Mateo, cited for being under the influence of drugs.
3:04 p.m. — Battery, El Camino. 5:36 p.m. — Ossiel Neftali Medina Martinez, 30, of Redwood City, arrested for domestic violence and false imprisonment, 500 block of Woodside Road.
8:07 p.m. — Caller says a masked man holding a knife and two other people robbed the caller of a bicycle, Marshall St.
TUESDAY
12:27 p.m. — Andrew Kegan Lera, 39, of Redwood City, arrested for assault likely to produce great injury, aggravated battery and threats, 200 block of Hillview Ave.
SAN CARLOS
AUG. 1
2:55 p.m. — Two people trick a woman into paying them $300 to repair a dent in her vehicle and they use a method that makes the damage worse, 1100 block of Industrial Road.
MONDAY
7:26 a.m. — Stanley Friday, 56, arrested for public drunkenness, Quarry and Old County roads.
TUESDAY
12:48 a.m. — Driver falls asleep and loses control of the vehicle, causing a collision, 200 block of Old County Road. No injuries reported. 10:29 p.m. — Wilfredo Palma Cano, 33, of Redwood City, arrested for DUI, 300 block of Elm St.
BELMONT
THURSDAY
12:09 a.m. — Amandeep Singh Kohli, 32, cited for shoplifting and possession of drug paraphernalia, 1100 block of El Camino.
3:24 a.m. — Resident reports a man holding a flashlight was walking around the resident’s front door, Farallon Drive. Oscar Jovani Soriano, 33, arrested for prowling, petty theft and drug possession on the 300 block of Treasure Island Drive.
Real Estate
PALO ALTO
926 Colonial Lane, 94303, 4 bedrooms, 2384 square feet, built in 2019, Yoo-Lee Family Trust to Fang and Liuyang Li for $5,050,000, closed July 8 (last sale: $3,900,000, 05-28-19)
251 Tennyson Ave., 94301, 5 bedrooms, 3920 square feet, built in 1996, Carolan Family Trust to Shannon and Michael Suo for $8,000,000, closed July 10 (last sale: $5,750,000, 03-18-15)
3433 Kenneth Drive, 94303, 4 bedrooms, 3268 square feet, built in 1957, Amanda and Stephen Brough to Shruti and Sumanth Kidambi for $13,860,000, closed July 7 (last sale: $3,250,000, 07-28-21)
MENLO PARK
1101 Hobart St., 94025, 3 bedrooms, 2340 square feet, built in 1952, Savard Family Trust to Sangeeta and Anand Arunachalam for $4,700,000, closed June 20 (last sale: $2,275,000, 04-17-14)
170 Hanna Way, 94025, 3 bedrooms, 2960 square feet, built in 1998, St.Clair Family Trust to Parthasarathy-Kal Family Trust for $5,500,000, closed June 16 (last sale: $3,835,000, 06-05-18)
ATHERTON
250 Atherton Ave., 94027, 6 bedrooms, 10070
square feet, built in 2002, Quam Domain Properties LLC to VN 1688 LLC for $29,034,000, closed June 17 (last sale: $25,000,000, 02-13-14)
LOS ALTOS
1018 Loma Prieta Court, 94024, 4 bedrooms, 3592 square feet, built in Lane Living Trust to Ritu and Sunil Gupta for $4,650,000, closed July 10
945 Carmel Court, 94022, 4 bedrooms, 1876 square feet, built in 1954, Smith Living Trust to Yanbin and Yuwei Yang for $4,660,000, closed July 9
LOS ALTOS HILLS
25870 Westwind Way, 94022, 3 bedrooms, 2935 square feet, built in 1964, Alfinito Living Trust to Jeannie and Matthew Klein for $5,225,000, closed July 9
MOUNTAIN VIEW
49 Showers Drive #K427, 94040, 3 bedrooms, 1526 square feet, built in 1976, Deborah Sell to Xiangjing and Xiaoshuang Wang for $1,630,000, closed July 10
495 Pettis Ave., 94041, 1155 square feet, built in 1940, Furgason Family Trust to Tuen and Chi Leung for $1,640,000, closed July 9
1964 San Luis Ave., 94043, 4 bedrooms, 1795 square feet, built in 2016, Aloha Maui Trust to Xiaozan Su for $2,030,000, closed July 7 (last sale: $1,857,000, 05-20-16)
REDWOOD CITY
795 9th Ave., 94063, 3 bedrooms, 1340 square
feet, built in 1947, Li Hu to Dongpha Pham for $1,465,000, closed June 17 (last sale: $360,000, 0513-10)
735 Alameda de las Pulgas, 94061, 3 bedrooms, 1500 square feet, built in 1953, Ortega Living Trust to Cesar Coc for $1,680,000, closed June 20
2649 Carolina Ave., 94061, 3 bedrooms, 1020 square feet, built in 1951, Gregory Coffeng to Xu and Huiling Jin for $1,860,000, closed June 16
2474 Washington Ave., 94061, 6 bedrooms, 2600 square feet, built in 1952, Martin Fong to SK 3 Homes Inc. for $2,050,000, closed June 17 (last sale: $925,000, 05-10-05)
SAN CARLOS
150 Crestview Drive, 94070, 4 bedrooms, 2210 square feet, built in 1976, Carole Hockaday to Yang and Wan Jiang for $2,900,000, closed June 17
30 Valley Road, 94070, 4 bedrooms, 2010 square feet, built in 1951, Jeanine and Peter Andrious to Natasha and Patrick Boocock for $3,100,000, closed June 16 (last sale: $1,112,500, 09-21-12)
BELMONT
1620 Notre Dame Ave., 94002, 4 bedrooms, 1950 square feet, built in 1962, Hythem Nawaytou to Danqing and Xin Huang for $2,805,000, closed June 16 (last sale: $1,900,000, 10-24-17)
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Dave Anderson and Marvin Christie are pleased to present 3030 Haas Drive in Aptos. Open house Saturday and Sunday 1:00pm-4:00pm. designed living space with custom architectural Kathy Bridgman
Karen Fryling and Rebecca Johnson are pleased to present 760 La Mesa Drive in Portola Valley. Open house 1:30pm-4:30pm. Step into a 4 bed, 2 bath
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John James is pleased to present 585 Cherry Avenue in Los Altos. Open house Saturday and Sunday 12:30pm-5pm.
with every modern convenience, including an attention to detail, the entire property showcases designer selections, custom
Judy Citron and Talia Citron Knapp are pleased to present 114 University Drive in Menlo Park. Open house Saturday and Sunday 2:00pm-4:00pm.
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Jen Paulsen is pleased to present 693 Madrone Avenue in Sunnyvale. Open house Saturday and Sunday 1:00pm4:00pm. neighborhood minutes to Jen Paulson
home showcases the elegance architecture blended
Kathleen Pasin is pleased to present 1404 Bryant Street in Palo Alto. Open house Sunday 1:00pm-4:00pm. preserved
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John Gali is pleased to present 14510 Blossom Hill Road in Los Gatos.
DEDICATION AND RECOGNITION. Nicole Ruccolo is a nationally recognized leading real estate agent located in Los Altos, CA with a deep-rooted passion for turning properties into dream homes and lucrative investment opportunities. With over five years of experience as a top-producing agent, Nicole’s expertise lies in Los Altos Hills and the surrounding California and Nevada real estate markets. Her journey in real estate began after a successful career as an investor in luxury renovations, where she honed her skills in identifying diamonds in the rough and transforming them into stunning properties. Please contact Nicole (650) 823-0002 to help you find the home that fits your future.
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A LITTLE VISION GOES A LONG WAY. Simple improvements, styled to shine. The result? More eyes, more offers, and a final sale that far exceeded expectations. As your dedicated local real estate agent, Alex Wang will prioritize your experience and satisfaction above all else. Please call Alex (650) 800-8840 for more information.
SPANISH REVIVAL MASTERPIECE. Welcome to a rare and extraordinary offering in the heart of Pebble Beach - a fully restored and meticulously renovated century-old Spanish Colonial Revival, blending timeless architecture with modern luxury. Set on 2.21 acres of lush coastal landscape and moments from world-renowned golf courses, this 7,245 sf estate is a masterful expression of elegance and comfort. Every detail tells a story: handcrafted wood beams, artisan tilework, gracious verandas, and sunlit interiors. The flowing layout offers seamless transitions between formal and informal spaces, perfect for intimate living or grand entertaining. Please contact Tim (831) 214-1990 for more information.
Telesco Curley is pleased to present 1 West Edith Avenue B208 in Los Altos. This spacious 3 bed, 2 bath sanctuary is complete with an eatin kitchen, large living and dining area plus a separate office or den space. Spanning an impressive 1,950 square feet of luxurious living space and steps from the heart of downtown Los Altos. Please contact Barbara (650) 861-2488 for more information.
SPECTACULAR VIEWS. Karen Fryling and Rebecca Johnson are pleased to present 760 La Mesa Drive in Portola Valley. Step into a 4 bed, 2 bath residence (+1 bd ADU) that blends comfort, elegance, and spectacular vistas. The expansive living room welcomes you with a soaring vaulted ceiling and a cozy woodburning fireplace, creating a perfect space to relax or gather with friends and family. From the dining room, take in the stunning views of the San Francisco skyline—a rare and picturesque backdrop for your meals. Please contact Karen (650) 281-8752 or Rebecca (650) 4382331 for more information.
Kathleen (650) 450-1912 for more information.
OCEAN VIEWS. Dave Anderson and Marvin Christie are pleased to present 3030 Haas Drive in Aptos. Perched atop a scenic hilltop in Aptos, this stunning 3 bed, 3.5 bath Craftsman home offers ocean views and over 3,000 sf of beautifully designed living space with custom architectural detail and built-in cabinetry everywhere. The expansive, airy great room flows into the chef’s kitchen, equipped with top-of-the-line appliances perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Please contact Dave or Marvin (831) 400-1777 for more information.
LUXURIOUS. John james is pleased to present 585 Cherry Avenue in Los Altos. This all-electric, solarpowered new home offers thoughtfully designed luxury with every modern convenience, including an attached ADU. Completed with exceptional attention to detail, the entire property showcases designer selections, custom craftsmanship, and a flexible floor plan ideal for a variety of lifestyle needs. Please contact John at (650) 218-4337 for more information.
JEN PAULSEN IS PLEASED TO present 693 Madrone Avenue in Sunnyvale. This is a wonderful opportunity to own a single-family 3 bed, 1.5 bath home in the heart of Silicon Valley. This home offers 1,092 sf of living space. Features include refinished hardwood floors and newly painted interiors, spacious living room with fireplace and wide window, formal dining room, beautifully updated eat-in kitchen with marble-style quartz countertops, and a private hardscaped rear yard with plenty of room for entertaining. Please contact Jen (650) 996-7147 for more information.
EXPERIENCE BEAUTY. Carmel Realty is pleased to present 175 Chaparral Road in Carmel Valley. Perched on two acres with sweeping views, this 5 bed, 2.5 bath home above Carmel Valley Village offers seamless indoor & outdoor living and stunning natural light throughout. Please call Carmel Realty Company (831) 250-6616 for more information.
STUNNING AND PRIVATE. Kathy Bridgman is pleased to present 12950 Alta Tierra Road in Los Altos. Set on approximately one acre, this stunning and private custom home was built in 2008 and offers 3 beds, a fully customized executive office, 3.5 bath, and approximately 4,224 sf of luxurious living space. Designed for both elegance and comfort, the home showcases rich hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, and breathtaking western hill views. Please contact Kathy (650) 868-7677 for more information.
MODERN LIVING WITH CLASSIC CHARACTER. Judy Citron and Talia Citron Knapp are pleased to present 114 University Drive in Menlo Park. Offering 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and approximately 2,620 sf of living space on a 10,750 sf lot, this enchanting circa 1916 home has been thoughtfully updated and expanded for modern living while maintaining its classic character. Situated in the highly sought-after Allied Arts neighborhood, this property blends historic charm with contemporary comfort. Please contact Judy (650) 400-8424 or Talia (650) 400-8424 for more information.
CLASSIC DESIGN. Kathleen Pasin is pleased to present 1404 Bryant Street in Palo Alto. Nestled in the heart of Old Palo Alto, this 4 bed, 3.4 bath, 3,4050 sf and beautifully preserved home showcases the elegance of early 20th-century architecture blended seamlessly with thoughtful modern updates. Originally constructed in 1915, this home stands as a rare and refined example of classic design in one of Silicon Valley’s most desirable neighborhoods. A separate detached den with a full bathroom provides a versatile space for guests, a home office, or a creative studio.. Please contact
COMFORT AND FUNCTIONALITY.
John Galli is pleased to present 14510 Blossom Hill Road in Los Gatos. Welcome to this freshly remodeled spacious 4 bed Tri Level home located in the charming city of Los Gatos. With 2,496 sf of living space, this residence offers an ideal blend of comfort and functionality. Please contact John (831) 359-3301 for more information.
BEAUTIFUL. KERI NICHOLAS IS PLEASED to present 1260 Sherman Avenue in Menlo Park. This beautiful 4 bed, 4 bathroom home is located in the award winning Los Lomitas school district. The home features a formal entry, elegant living room with fireplace and vaulted ceilings, and formal dining with a chef’s eat-in kitchen with a center island and walk-in pantry. This opens into a spacious family room with built-ins, and a main level bedroom and full bathroom. Please contact Keri at (650) 533-7373 for more information.
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between 51% and 57% support. The Metropolitan Transportation Commission, which is working to get the bailout passed, is looking for a citizen to carry the measure forward so the threshold is lowered to a simple majority.
Mass transit advocates are grappling with a loss in fare revenue that started with the pandemic lockdown in March 2020. Ridership at most agencies hasn’t returned to 2019 levels. One problem transit agencies have is that employers have been leaving San Francisco and the Bay Area, reducing the demand for mass transit.
Deficit forecast
Transit agencies faced a $700 million annual deficit, MTC’s Executive Director Andrew Fremier said in January.
While fare box revenues have plunged, expenses have grown at many transit agencies. For example, VTA bus drivers got a 14.5% raise over four years following a 17-day strike in March. Before the new contract, a majority of members in the union were making over $100,000 a year. VTA’s budget shows the transit agency will go into a deficit of $800,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $14.1 million in fiscal year 2027. VTA said in a statement in June that it plans to offset its projected losses through cost-cutting measures that do not reduce transit service, potentially supplementing with reserve funds.
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ordered him to pay them $23.6 million. After the verdict, Ku’s family learned that Herchen had sold properties in Palo Alto and Texas and accused him of trying to avoid the judgment.
The family on July 23 asked Judge Beth McGowen to freeze Herchen’s assets, but McGowen said that was outside her authority in the wrongful death case.
So the family sued Herchen again, this time for
fraud. Judge Evette Pennypacker issued a temporary restraining order on July 31, preventing Herchen from “concealing, transferring, disposing of, or encumbering” any of his properties.
Newman said he went to Herchen’s house at 927 Lundy Lane on Aug. 1 to serve him with the temporary restraining order.
Server spoke to someone
“After ringing the doorbell, I spoke with a male occupant through the window and informed him I was there to serve legal papers,” Newman said in a court declaration. “The male occupant told me Harald Herchen was not in and I should deliver any papers to the lawyer. He then left the area.”
Newman said the man in the house was about 65 years old, 6’3” and 220 pounds — matching Herchen’s description.
Newman said he saw a picture of Herchen on Aug. 4 and confirmed that’s who he spoke to through the window.
Newman said he returned to 927 Lundy Lane around 8 p.m. on Aug. 4 and heard movement inside, but nobody came to the door.
Newman, who works for Bender’s Legal Service, signed his declaration under the penalty of perjury on Aug. 6 and sent it to Herchen’s attorney, Chuck Smith.
Says spending’s ‘appropriate’
Pennypacker scheduled a hearing on Aug. 18 to decide if the restraining order should be permanent.
Smith has said that all of Herchen’s transactions were appropriate and transparent, and Herchen can provide a comprehensive accounting for selling his Palo Alto house at 260 Wilton Ave.
“Following recent job loss, expenses have been significantly curtailed, but basic living and legal needs remain,” Smith said in response to the restraining order. Herchen worked since 2009 as a fellow at Bloom Energy, a company based in San Jose that converts natural gas into electricity. He has about 60 to 70 patents for different parts but lost his job after the jury’s verdict, Smith said. During the trial, Herchen testified that he owns six to eight properties. Smith asked Her-
chen if he made “pretty good money” during the two years he was married to Ku.
Smith filed a motion on Aug. 4 asking for a new trial.
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revoked by ATF on Dec. 31, 2022, barring it from selling guns.
After the store’s license was revoked, owner Jeana Rolsky-Feige began searching for a new gun store to occupy the space. However, in 2019, the city passed rules about where in town gun stores could go, severely limiting where gun stores would open up, to ensure that gun stores would not be near schools, parks, preschools and other community gathering places. Imbert & Smithers’ long time location was grandfathered in, but if a new gun store applied to open up there, it would not get approved.
At the time, the city offered to buy Rolsky-Feige out of her lease. It paid $390,000 to cover her lease for the rest of the year. In 2024, the city paid $87,600 in rent and is looking to pay $92,928 in rent this year. By 2027, the city will be paying $98,580 for the property.
Not only is the city responsible for the rent, but also for maintenance and property taxes, Rubens said.
No recent interest
The city has been hoping a retail store would be interested in a sublease, but hasn’t had any recent inquiries, Rubens said. Future tenants must comply with city zoning, he said.
Rubens said the lack of interest could be from the store’s current state. Inside the store, there are old sinks and an old workshop to repair guns that would have to be replaced.
It would cost a lot of money to repair and remodel the inside, which is why the city has also been hesitant to use it, Rubens said. Imbert & Smithers had been there for around 40 years, so a lot of fixtures would also need to be replaced, he said.
The property is owned by Marlene Philibosian, according to the lease. Any changes to the property must be approved by Philibosian, the contract states.
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point Assistant Assessor Greg Monteverde as assessor until a special election on Nov. 4.
Child: Supervisors will discuss efforts to improve child welfare.
Sheriff: Supervisors will discuss a report on the sheriff’s uses of force, critical incidents and internal affairs investigations.
Eshoo: Supervisors may give $750 to the San Mateo County Historical Association for a dinner to celebrate retired Congresswoman Anna Eshoo.
LOS ALTOS ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
6 p.m., Wednesday
97 Hillview Ave.
Electric: Commissioners will discuss efforts to convert homes from natural gas to electric appliances.
Trees: Commissioners will discuss the city’s trees.
Transportation: Commissioners will discuss transportation.
Codes: Commissioners will consider a recommendation to approve Silicon Valley Clean Energy’s building rules.
MOUNTAIN VIEW ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
4 p.m., Wednesday
500 Castro St.
Tyrella: A zoning administrator may approve a four-story, 47-unit condo building at 266 Tyrella Ave.
VALLEY WATER
11 a.m., Tuesday
5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose
Closed: Behind closed doors, the board will discuss a lawsuit by former employee Amanda Aguirre, possible litigation, employee discipline, a threat to public services or facilities, labor negotiations and the district counsel’s performance evaluation.
Creek: The board may approve providing a third of its usual contribution to the San Francisquito Creek JPA, withholding about $600,000 the JPA has requested for a flood abatement project.
Palo Alto: The board may approve spending up to $2.7 million on a seismic retrofit for a tide gate that controls downstream water levels for the Matadero, Adobe and Barron creeks, preventing flooding in Palo Alto and Mountain View.
MENLO
PARK CITY COUNCIL
6 p.m., Tuesday 751 Laurel St.
Commission: Council will appoint a new member to the Housing Commission.
Parks: Council will consider a oneyear agreement with San Jose Conservation Corps to maintain Bedwell Bayfront Park for $231,426.
Books: Council will consider purchasing library books for the Belle Haven Library.
Electric: Council will review banning gas-powered appliances in favor of electric heat pumps.
MENLO PARK COMPLETE STREETS COMMISSION
6:30 p.m., Wednesday 751 Laurel St.
Traffic: Commissioners will review
how to reduce traffic congestion on the 101 corridor.
SAN CARLOS CITY COUNCIL
6:30 p.m., Monday 600 Elm St.
Closed: Behind closed doors, council will discuss a lawsuit.
Traffic: Council will review a project aimed at relieving traffic congestion in the city.
Electric: Council may sign an agreement with Peninsula Clean Energy to help apartments get EV charging stations.
Car: Council will consider purchasing electric cars for $257,500 for public works.
Cameras: Council will review adding security cameras at the library parking garage.
Shop: Council will vote on continuing the lease for the former Imbert & Smithers gun store at 1144 El Camino Real.
SAN MATEO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
9 a.m., Tuesday
500 County Center, Redwood City
Closed: Behind closed doors, supervisors will discuss three lawsuits: One involving former deputy’s union president David Wozniak, another Emily Ramans filed to build on property she owns and Zorina Atienza’s workers’ compensation case.
Sheriff: Supervisors will consider having an inspector general to oversee the sheriff’s office.
Speed: The board may set a speed limit on the westbound side of Spring and Willow streets in North Fair Oaks.
Laughing gas: Supervisors will consider a ban on selling nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, or whip-its.
Woodside: Woodside’s Town Manager, Kevin Bryant, will be commended for his work.
Appoint: Supervisors will appoint new members to the LGBTQIA+, Status of Women, Farmworker Advisory and San Mateo County Arts commissions.
Youth: The board will review funding $250,000 for the Juvenile Probation Camp.
Repaving: The board will consider improvements to Middlefield Road.
Parking: Supervisors may limit parking to one hour at the north side of Fifth Avenue in North Fair Oaks.
Military: Supervisors will consider allowing the sheriff’s office to use military equipment.
Services: Supervisors will consider renewing the agreement for San Carlos to receive law enforcement services from the sheriff’s office.
JobTrain: The board will review the renewal of the agreement with JobTrain to provide services to inmates.
WEST BAY SANITARY DISTRICT
7 p.m., Wednesday
500 Laurel St., Menlo Park
EPA: The board will get an update on the maintenance it has performed for the East Palo Alto Sanitary District.
Truck: The board may approve buying a new pump truck, utility truck and hybrid engineering vehicle.
Closed: Behind closed doors, the board will discuss its finance manager and exposure to a lawsuit.
ADVANCE YOUR CAREER WITH PURPOSE. At Notre Dame de Namur University (NDNU), education is more than a credential—it’s a calling to lead, serve, and make meaningful change. Whether you’re returning to finish your undergraduate degree or pursuing graduatelevel study, NDNU helps you reach your goals with: Flexible Online & On-Campus Options; CareerDriven Curriculum; A Personalized Learning Experience; and A Mission That Matters. Give them a call at (650) 508-3600 or visit their website at ndnu.edu.
Shown in the photo is Kurt Allen, NDNU’s Vice President for Marketing & Communications.
SOFIA UNIVERSITY IN PALO ALTO is one of the top education options on the Peninsula for adult learners and graduate students seeking a flexible, affordable path forward. Known for its
holistic, transpersonal approach, Sofia nurtures both intellect and spirit, helping students grow personally and professionally. The university offers a range of programs, including the MA in Counseling Psychology, MA/PhD in Transpersonal Psychology, MBA, DBA, MS in Computer Science, Psychology BA Completion, and certificates in Life Coaching, Dream Studies, Ecopsychology, and more. Sofia University is committed to seeing and supporting the whole person. Learn more at sofia.edu.
FOUNDATIONAL TUTORING, REIMAGINED.
MEHR SIKRI believes that anyone can excel in math. She has been teaching students for over 10 years (in both private and public settings in Palo Alto and Los Angeles) and for the past 7 years, she’s been working full-time on her EdTech startup: OpMath. Mehr’s goal has always been to develop a modern solution to help students eliminate any gaps in learning, build strong foundations, and grow confidence in their math ability. She started OpMath
in the study of her parents’ Palo Alto home, and it has organically grown to what it is today. She is excited for OpMath to help many more students in the years to come. Learn more at opmath.com.
LYDIAN ACADEMY’S PERSONALIZED LEARNING EXPANDS Into Palo Alto. After nearly 20 years in Menlo Park, Lydian Academy has moved to a larger, custom-designed campus at 410 Sherman Avenue (one block from the Cal Ave shopping district) for the school year 2025. Known for its one-on-one, fully accredited instruction, Lydian serves middle and high school students via flexible, year-round programs with rolling admissions. It is a welcoming community where twice exceptional (2E), neurodivergent and students with social anxiety feel seen and understood. Visit https:// lydianacademy.com/campuses/palo-alto/ for details.
SYMPHONY SAN JOSE WITH CHINESEAMERICAN Organizations, 70 musicians, 170 chorus members and special guest artists present a one-night presentation of THE YELLOW RIVER CANTATA, Saturday, August 16 at 7:30 p.m. in San Jose Center for the Performing Arts in downtown
San Jose. Inspired by the patriotic poem by Guang Weiran, and composed by Xian Xinghai, the piece captures both the grandeur of China’s “Mother River” and the emotional depth of the Chinese people’s struggle. YELLOW RIVER is performed in Mandarin with English subtitles on a screen above the stage. Tickets are available at symphonysanjose. org, (408) 286-2600 or at the door. $35-$125.
LEARN, CREATE & BELONG. SINCE its inception in 2002, Midpen Media Center has been a place for community members to fulfill their dreams, have creative fun, and produce access and professional shows that can be shown on its two regional channels and one local channel. The topnotch TV studio is in a prime Palo Alto location and is ready to support all creative needs. The
highly skilled instructors teach practical TV and filmmaking skills in video, audio, podcasting, TV & Film production, emerging technologies, and youth afterschool programs.
For more information, visit midpenmedia.org or emailinfo@midpenmedia.org.
WHERE SERVICE FEELS LIKE FAMILY. For Steve Kirksey, service manager at Stevens Creek Mercedes-Benz, the goal is simple: make every customer feel like they’re part of the family. As a former manager of Mercedes Park Ave in Palo Alto for decades, Steve and his service team has had the reputation to work efficiently and with transparency, offering pickup and drop off service requests, regular status updates, as well as loaner cars - all while treating every car as if it were their own. Customers keep coming back for the personalized care and the peace of mind that comes with knowing their car
is in the right hands. Steve and his friendly service team welcome you and are ready to treat your Mercedes running at its best. Make sure to tell them we sent you! Located at 4500 Stevens Creek Blvd in San Jose.
114 University Drive, Menlo Park
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