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Missing embyro sparks suit

BY BRADEN CARTWRIGHT Daily Post Staff Writer

A couple trying to conceive a child say Stanford’s fertility clinic lost one of their embryos and dropped another embryo on the floor.

The couple said they’re worried the lost embryo was given to different parents, and now their baby is being raised by strangers.

Another one dropped on floor

“This should never occur in a fertility clinic,” attorney Adam Wolf said in the parents’ lawsuit, filed anonymously on Aug. 25 in Santa Clara County Superior Court.

THE UPDATE

MORTGAGE RATES FALL: The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage dropped 16 points to 6.29% yesterday. The drop in rates is expected to get homebuyers back in the market.

SPITTING EJECTION: Jalen Carter, the Philadelphia Eagles standout defensive tackle, was ejected for spitting on Dallas quarterback Dak Prescott only six seconds into the Eagles’ season opener after Prescott spat in Carter’s direction. The NFL is looking at a hefty fine for the incident that happened in Thursday’s game, which the Eagles won 24-20.

IRANIAN SHOPPING BAN: The Trump administration may ban Iranian diplomats from shopping at Costco when they attend a high-level U.N. meeting later this month. Iranian diplomats like to shop at Costco because they’re able to buy large quantities of products not available in their economically isolated country for cheap prices and send them home.

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The parents, who live in San Mateo County, said they went to Stanford’s fertility clinic in August 2022 to do an in vitro fertilization cycle so they could

create and store enough embryos to have their desired family.

The prospective mother underwent an egg retrieval process which, when combined with the father’s sperm, resulted in eight embryos, the suit said.

Five of those embryos were genetically normal and usable, so they were

frozen, the suit said. The mother had the highest quality embryo thawed and transplanted into her uterus on Feb. 3, 2023, but sadly the transfer was unsuccessful and didn’t lead to a pregnancy, the suit said.

The couple tried again on May 2, 2023, but the second embryo didn’t survive the thawing process, the suit said. Doctors said this was unusual but

[See EMBRYO, page 26]

Grocery store replaces Target

BY ADRIANA HERNANDEZ Daily Post Staff Writer

East Palo Alto’s anticipated Korean grocery store, Mega Mart, will be opening on Sept. 25, according to Vice Mayor Mark Dinan.

Dinan attended a meeting on Thursday with Bumsuck Ha, CEO of Mega Mart, regarding their application to sell alcohol. Representatives for Mega Mart at 1775 East Bayshore Rd. submitted an application to the city to sell alcoholic beverages, which will be reviewed by the Planning Commission on Monday. Since the store plans to sell alcohol,

Where has Newsom been this year?

BY ALEXEI KOSEFF CalMatters

It’s a common refrain for critics of Gov. Gavin Newsom: Focus on your job. The jabs have grown louder this year as Newsom launched a new weekly political podcast and traveled to other

states that could be pivotal in a potential presidential campaign. A poll in May found that twice as many California voters believe the governor is devoting more attention to boosting his national profile than fixing the problems of the state.

“If he wants to prove to the United

States that he would be a good president, why doesn’t he start by leading and actually running the state of California?” then-Republican Assemblymember Bill Essayli, who has since been appointed a U.S. attorney, said in a March appearance on Fox

[See NEWSOM, page 26]

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Photo from the store’s social media.

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Deal struck over new park

BY BRADEN CARTWRIGHT

Daily Post Staff Writer

The Los Altos School District and the city of Mountain View have struck a deal that gives the school district more time to build a public park and fund a new campus at the San Antonio Shopping Center.

The school district will now have until September 2030 to build the two-acre park for the city after missing the original deadline in September 2024.

The deal also extends a program that allows developers to purchase the rights to additional square footage from the school district, so they can have more office space elsewhere in the city.

Slow moving

But the program has been slow

And new school at the old Kohl’s

to raise revenue, bringing in $10.4 million from an office project by Sobrato at 600 Ellis St.

“Increased construction and financing costs and shifting workfrom-home trends have impacted the pace of project development,”

Assistant City Manager Audrey Seymour Ramberg said in a report for council.

There’s another $68.9 million in potential development rights that could still be sold, Seymour Ramberg said.

Proceeds split in future

Future proceeds would be split evenly between the city and the school district.

The deal between the city and school district extends the program by 10 years, from 2029 to 2039.

The school board will consider approving the deal on Monday.

Mountain View City Council will vote on Tuesday.

Updates old agreement

The deal updates an agreement between the city and district from 2019, when the district purchased the land around Kohl’s for $155 million with a $43 million contribution from the city.

The school board on Monday will also review the design for the new 10-acre campus, slated for 607 students at the corner of Showers Drive and California Street.

The two-acre park would go at the corner of California Street and Pachetti Way, plans show.

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BART SHUTDOWN: Software problems prevented BART from operating for seven hours yesterday morning.

TRILLION-DOLLAR PAY PLAN: Tesla’s board yesterday proposed a pay package that could make CEO Elon Musk the world’s first trillionaire if he meets a series of goals. Musk would have to increase Tesla’s stock market value eightfold over the next decade, according to a securities filing.

ELK KILLS BEAUTY QUEEN: Former Miss Universe contestant Kseniya Alexandrova from Russia has died at age of 30, weeks after an elk smashed through the windshield of her Porsche during a freak accident last month, People reports.

ICE RAID: ICE agents said yesterday they raided a Georgia auto plant where Hyundai makes TVs, arresting 475 people, most of them South Korean nationals.

HIRING FALLS: The Labor Department reported yesterday that employers added 22,000 jobs last month, down from 79,000 in July.

AI DEFEAT: Artificial intelligence company Anthropic has agreed to pay $1.5 billion to settle a class-action lawsuit by book authors who say the company took pirated copies of their works to train its chatbot. The landmark settlement could mark a turning point in legal battles between AI companies and the writers, visual artists and other creative professionals who accuse them of copyright infringement.

WHERE’S TAYLOR? The Kansas City Chiefs’ red and white dominated in the stands at NeoQuimica Arena in Sao Paulo, Brazil, yesterday during their season-opening game against the Los Angeles Chargers. Though even some of the local supporters couldn’t hide their frustration that Taylor Swift was nowhere to be seen after days of anticipation in Brazil.

TRUMP TO HOST: President Trump says the U.S. will host next year’s Group of 20 summit at his golf club in southern Florida. In his first term, Trump tried to host a separate global summit at the club, located in Doral, but backed down after criticism from his own party about the propriety of doing so. Yesterday Trump argued it was “the best location” for the high-stakes international gathering and insisted his family’s business “will not make any money on it.”

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San Mateo County Coroner’s Office:

Sept. 5

William Lee, 88, of Atherton

Births

Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital in Palo Alto:

Feb. 12

Noah Peng Bockus, a boy

Henry Chen, a boy

Sophia Louise Chu, a girl

Samuel Paul Clutter, a boy

Khriz Magdiel Cux Perez, a boy

Isla Straus De Castro, a girl

Arianna Zoe Do, a girl

Liam Gael Escobar Monterrosa, a boy

Ariane Juliette Genevieve Fontanilles, a girl

Navah Elias Hassen, a boy

Leia Hernandez, a girl

Fern Gertrude Kramer, a girl

Sebastian Jesse Lopez, a boy

Yamileth Naydelin Lux Rodriguez, a girl

Feb. 11

Aaron Antonio Castellanos Rodriguez, a boy

Ezra Neriah Fednathompson, a boy

Cameron James Hansen, a boy

Kabir Arjun Jain, a boy

Keala Luz Khan, a girl

Matthew Miramontes Concha Ruiz, a boy

Shelby Rose Paulele Nachbar, a girl

Charlotte Naimi, a girl

Elijah Taejin Oh, a boy

Liam Anderson Poot Rodriguez, a boy

Carolina Catalina Romero Rodriguez, a girl

Greys Aurora Saenz Carau, a girl

Olivia Rose Santiago, a girl

Sei Glenn Sawai, a boy

Feb. 10

Jasper Joshua Chen Arndt, a boy

Reid James Boersma, a boy

Zoey Aaliyah Bryan, a girl

Angelix Guadalupe Cruz Canales, a girl

Vivian Lee Greene, a girl

Alexander Theo Lopez, a boy

Alejandro Marquez Gomez, a boy

Victoria Olivia Mercado Reyna, a girl

Sunny James Norton, a girl

Jameson Lane Park, a boy

Maria Jose Sosa Miranda, a girl

Leonardo Sugiyama, a boy

Feb. 9

Emilia Maria Abel, a girl

Omnia Anas Aljahrabi, a girl

Leon Kai Galkin, a boy

Kleio Delja Hornburg, a girl

Denish Luongthien Huynh, a boy

Sofia Ackerman Isakov, a girl

Gianluca Jun Lazzareschi, a boy

Hiyori Stella Machida, a girl

Noah Alexander Macias Santos, a boy

Elara Rose Mariooryad, a girl

Genesis Madison Pirir Tejax, a girl

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PALO ALTO CITY COUNCIL

5:30 p.m., Monday 250 Hamilton Ave.

Creek: Council will discuss flood control of the San Francisquito Creek.

PALO ALTO COUNCIL APPOINTED OFFICERS COMMITTEE

4 p.m., Tuesday

250 Hamilton Ave.

Attorney: The committee will discuss replacing City Attorney Molly Stump, who is retiring at the end of the year.

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Cuts: Council will discuss $6.2 million in budget cuts.

Electric: Council may approve new building codes that encourage electric appliances.

Speed: Council may reduce the speed limit from 40 to 35 mph on Deer Creek Road from Page Mill Road to Arastradero Road.

Parking: Council may add $205,000 to a contract with the law firm Colantuono Highsmith & Whatley PC to defend the city against a lawsuit from downtown property owners challenging the city’s plans to develop downtown parking lots into affordable housing.

Wetlands: Council may hire H.T. Harvey & Associates for $195,004 to manage wetlands by the city’s golf course for two years.

Data: Council may hire Dasher Technologies for $106,933 to back up 911 dispatch center data for three years.

Restroom: Council may hire Public Restroom Company for $412 to install restrooms at Mitchell Park.

Permits: Council may subsidize the fees for residential water and space heaters by about $400 each so that residents are encouraged to get a permit.

6 p.m., Tuesday

250 Hamilton Ave.

Dispatch: City Auditor Katherine Murdock will present her assessment of the city’s 911 dispatch center.

Onboarding: The committee will review the onboarding practices for advisory boards and commissions.

Repeat: The committee will review the schedule for repeat items that happen every year, such as the budget approval and a report on safe routes to school.

PALO ALTO PLANNING DIRECTOR’S HEARING

5 p.m., Wednesday

250 Hamilton Ave.

Cowper: Planning Director Jonathan Lait will may approve a two-story home with a backyard cottage at 2451 Cowper St.

PALO ALTO PLANNING AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION

6 p.m., Wednesday

250 Hamilton Ave.

Station: Commissioners will discuss working with the Urban Land Institute to redesign the downtown bus and train station.

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Ex-pilot takes plea deal

A former Alaska Airlines pilot who tried to cut the engines of a passenger flight in 2023 while riding off-duty in the cockpit pleaded guilty or no-contest to all charges against him yesterday, saying in court that he regretted endangering those on board as well as the damage he caused to his former profession.

Joseph Emerson reached plea agreements with state and federal prosecutors to resolve the cases because he wanted to take responsibility for his actions and avoid further time behind bars, said his attorney, Noah Horst.

Emerson was subdued by the flight crew after trying to cut the engines of a Horizon Air flight from Everett, Wash., to San Francisco on Oct. 22, 2023, while he was riding in an extra seat in the cockpit. The plane was diverted to Portland, where it landed safely with more than 80 people on board. He was sentenced in state court

to 50 days in jail, with credit for time served, plus five years of probation, despite a presumption that the convictions would bring 16 to 18 months in prison. He is due to be sentenced in November in the federal case; his attorneys will recommend probation, while prosecutors will be able to argue for a sentence of up to one year in custody.

‘Reckless, selfish’

“What Joseph Emerson did was reckless, selfish, and criminal,” Multnomah County Deputy District Attorney Eric Pickard said in a written statement yesterday.

“We should remember how close he came to ruining the lives of not just the 84 people aboard Flight 2059, but all of their family members and friends as well.”

Emerson told Multnomah County Circuit Court Judge Cheryl Albrecht he recognized that he had caused harm not only to those

on board, but to society at large by reducing confidence in air travel and to the airline professionals who perform excellent work every day.

“It should not have happened, and I bear the responsibility for that,” he said.

Emerson says his mental health and substance use played a role

Emerson told police he was despondent over a friend’s recent death, had taken psychedelic mushrooms about two days earlier, and hadn’t slept in over 40 hours. He has said he believed he was dreaming at the time and that he was trying to wake himself up by grabbing two red handles that would have activated the plane’s fire suppression system and cut off fuel to its engines.

The airline has said that other members of the flight crew had not observed signs of impairment that would have barred Emerson from the cockpit.

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PALO ALTO HISTORIC RESOURCES BOARD

8:30 a.m., Thursday

250 Hamilton Ave.

Hamilton: The board may approve a remodel at 201 Hamilton Ave.

PALO ALTO HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION

6 p.m., Thursday

250 Hamilton Ave.

Library: Commissioners will get a presentation on library services.

Grants: Commissioners will review the accomplishments of last year’s federal Community Development Block Grant Program.

Ownership: Commissioners will discuss alternative pathways to home ownership.

PALO ALTO CITY/SCHOOLS LIASON COMMITTEE

7 p.m., Thursday

250 Hamilton Ave.

JED: The committee will discuss partnering with the JED Foundation, a nonprofit focused on mental health.

LOS ALTOS CITY COUNCIL

4 p.m., Tuesday

1 N. San Antonio Road

Interviews: Council will interview 32 applicants for 18 vacancies on the city’s commissions.

MOUNTAIN VIEW CITY COUNCIL

6:30 p.m., Tuesday

500 Castro St.

Tyrella: In closed session, council will discuss a lawsuit from residents challenging the city’s approval of a seven-story, 80-unit condo building at 294 Tyrella Ave.

School: Council may extend the city’s agreement with the Los Altos School District regarding a new park and funding a school where Kohl’s was at the San Antonio Shopping Center.

Tennis: Council may rename the Tennis Advisory Board to the Tennis Advisory Commission.

Market: Council may allow a farmers market on a downtown parking lot for six Sundays through Feb. 8.

Alcohol: Council may accept a $51,464 grant for police to reduce alcohol-related crimes.

Boathouse: Council may spend $3.1 million to renovate and expand the Shoreline Lake American Bistro.

Housing: Council will discuss ways to de-commodify housing ownership using community land trusts and co-ops.

Townhomes: Council may approve 20 townhomes at the corner of Sierra Vista Avenue and Colony Street.

MOUNTAIN VIEW ZONING ADMINISTRATOR

4 p.m., Wednesday

500 Castro St.

Office: A zoning administrator may extend LinkedIn’s permit by five years to build a 429,491 square

for El Camino Hospital at 2500 Grant Road.

LOS ALTOS SCHOOL DISTRICT

7 p.m., Monday

201 Covington Road

Crossing: The board may hire All City Management Services for $26,411 to provide crossing guards for Bullis Charter School.

Campus: The board will review designs for a new campus at the San Antonio Shopping Center.

City: The board may approve an agreement with the city of Mountain View regarding a new park and funding a school where Kohl’s used to be.

Bells: The board may hire Sound and Signal for $122,875 to replace the bell and paging systems at Oak School and Santa Rita School.

MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

7 p.m., Monday

1299 Bryant Ave., Mountain View

Month: The board will honor Marvin Lopez and Yerim “Amy” Jo as students of the month.

Closed: In closed session, the board will discuss labor negotiations, employee discipline, student discipline and a potential lawsuit.

Finances: The board may certify the district’s financial report for the previous year, with $149.5 million in revenue.

FOOTHILL-DEANZA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

6 p.m., Monday

12345 El Monte Road, Los Altos Hills

Housing: The board may buy 50 units for $54.5 million from the Mountain View Whisman School Dis-

trict’s teacher housing project at 699 N. Shoreline Blvd.

Evict: The board may approve a plan to evict 79 households from an apartment complex that was bought for students at 7918 McClellan Road in Cupertino.

Budget: The board may approve the district’s budget for the 2025-26 school year.

MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT

7 p.m., Tuesday

5050 El Camino Real, Los Altos

Gate: The board may hire Roebbelen Contracting for $95,360 to install a gate to the Bay Trail at the end of Rutgers Street in East Palo Alto.

Sierra: The board may purchase a 39-acre property for $1.6 million to add to Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve.

Ranger: The board will honor Skyline Area Manager Craig Beckman, also known as “Mr. Skyline,” who is retiring after 40 years — the longest serving employee in the history of the district.

MENLO PARK CITY COUNCIL

5:30 p.m. Tuesday 751 Laurel St.

Closed: Behind closed doors, council will review a lawsuit and negotiations for City Attorney Nira Doherty’s contract.

Pool: Council will review the hours and prices for Burgess and Belle Haven pools.

Housing: Council will review an anti-displacement plan to address evictions and rising rents in the Belle Haven neighborhood.

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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

7:10 p.m. — Auto burglary, 300 block of University Ave.

7:38 p.m. — Auto burglary, 300 block of Hamilton Ave.

8:30 p.m. — Burglary, 300 block of Hamilton Ave.

9:40 p.m. — Auto burglary, 500 block of High St.

TUESDAY

4:04 p.m. — Parts and/or accessories stolen from a vehicle, 4200 block of El Camino.

5:11 p.m. — Hit-and-run causes property damage, 3000 block of Park Blvd.

7:26 p.m. — Noninjury vehicle accident, El Camino and Grant Ave.

7:44 p.m. — Noninjury vehicle accident, 1-99 block of Embarcadero Road.

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THURSDAY

12:01 a.m. — Marcel Lopez, 45, of Hayward, cited for possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia, Bayfront Expressway at the Dumbarton Bridge.

6:29 a.m. — Hit-and-run causes injuries, Marsh Road and Florence St.

9:18 a.m. — Menlo Park police try to stop a driver in a stolen vehicle but during the stop, the driver runs away into a neighborhood, where he steals a bike and flees on it, Willow Road and Bay Road. After a search, Anthony Ramos Santos, 42, transient, is arrested for possession of a stolen vehicle and resisting police.

5:49 p.m. — Josue Aguilar, 53, of Redwood City, arrested for trespassing, 2800 block of Sand Hill Road.

11:10 p.m. — Rodrigo Gallardo Gonzalez, 40, transient, cited for possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia, 1600 block of Marsh Road.

11:50 p.m. — Jason Bostaph Pearson, 46, transient, cited for possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia, 1500 block of Willow Road.

STANFORD

AUG. 21

10:22 a.m. — Alexandra Marie Niesen, 35, of San Francisco, cited on a warrant, Palm Drive and Arboretum Road.

7:17 p.m. — Electric bike stolen, 100 block of Sam McDonald Road.

AUG. 22

11:47 p.m. — Benjamin Eric Valenzuela, 30, of Napa, arrested for

trespassing, illegal lodging and theft of someone else’s lost property at Lathrop Library, 518 Memorial Way.

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JULY 14

2:13 a.m. — Nikita Rushmanov, 30, of Van Nuys, cited for reckless driving, Shoreline Blvd. and Highway 101.

9:49 p.m. — Anthony Martin, 31, of Campbell, cited for possession of narcotics, drug paraphernalia and burglary tools at Target, 555 Showers Drive.

JULY 15

2:35 a.m. — Vasil Penchev, 32, transient, cited for display of false vehicle registration, 100 block of E. El Camino.

11:24 p.m. — Johnathon Williams, 44, transient, cited for theft at Safeway, 645 San Antonio Road.

AUG. 26

10:54 a.m. — Kyle Lentczner, 23, of Mountain View, arrested for public drunkenness, 2000 block of Latham St.

3:56 p.m. — Apolinar Pineda, 36, of Visalia, arrested on warrants, 2400 block of Garcia Ave.

7:08 p.m. — Armando Garcia, 66, of Mountain View, arrested for public drunkenness at Safeway, 645 San Antonio Road.

10:14 p.m. — Rachel Klat, 48, transient, arrested for being under the influence of drugs and theft of someone else’s lost property, Terra Bella and San Leandro avenues.

11:56 p.m. — Rafael Martinez Juarez, 31, of Mountain View, arrested for DUI, 2000 block of California St. AUG. 27

3:44 a.m. — Lisa Loretz, 35, of Burlingame, arrested for possession of a stolen vehicle, being a felon in possession of a gun and ammunition, carrying a loaded and concealed gun in a vehicle, resisting police and probation violation, Evelyn Ave. and Bush St.

9:36 a.m. — Auto burglary, 1000 block of Space Park Way.

1:50 p.m. — Jorge Lopez Bautista, 38, transient, arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia and burglary tools, use of a false document and parole violation at New Community Baptist Church, 1250 W. Middlefield Road.

3:26 p.m. — Auto burglary, 1100 block of N. Rengstorff Ave.

6:31 p.m. — Iona Damato, 46, transient, arrested on warrants, 600 block of Cuesta Drive.

8:11 p.m. — Andi Diaz Vigil, 28, of Mountain View, arrested for DUI, Ortega Ave. and Latham St.

10:21 p.m. — Dayel Arce Castillo, 21, of San Jose, arrested for reckless driving, possession of a fake ID, driving without a license and

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LOS ALTOS

WEDNESDAY

11:41 a.m. — Martin Garcia, 35, of Campbell, cited on a warrant, Miramonte Ave. and B St.

THURSDAY

6:24 p.m. — Financial crime, 1600 block of Stevens Place.

ATHERTON

THURSDAY

7:35 a.m. — Trespasser reported, El Camino.

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TUESDAY

9:44 p.m. — Dirt bike stolen, Hurlingame Ave.

REDWOOD CITY

AUG. 30

8:17 a.m. — Complaint of loud construction noise, Grand St.

10:02 a.m. — Vehicle hits a cyclist and drives away, Woodside Road. The cyclist suffers injuries.

11:42 a.m. — Electric bike stolen, Broadway.

4:48 p.m. — Woman throwing rocks at cars, Jefferson Ave.

6:52 p.m. — Four or five girls pepper-spray and tase a victim and take the victim’s electric scooter. Location not disclosed.

7:54 p.m. — Ricardo Fernando Rivera, 40, of Redwood City, arrested on a warrant, 600 block of Charter St.

8:07 p.m. — Ten to 12 kids reported to be throwing punches and fighting. Location not disclosed.

9:03 p.m. — Someone throws an object off a roof that hits the sunroof of a vehicle, shattering it, Veterans Blvd.

10:09 p.m. — Woman says her partner tried to stab her. Location not disclosed.

11:22 p.m. — Man walks by a house and throws a knife over the fence, Stambaugh St. No one is injured.

SUNDAY

2:36 p.m. — Delivery driver says he was delivering food when two men and a woman got out of a car, punched him in the face and took his phone, Lincoln Ave. The robbers fled in the vehicle.

6:17 p.m. — Cooler and fishing items stolen from the backyard of a home, Stambaugh St.

7:54 p.m. — Auto burglary, El Camino.

MONDAY

7:27 a.m. — Store employee reports a woman stole a Slurpee from

the store and is now panhandling in front of the store, Broadway. The woman is gone when police arrive.

12:01 p.m. — Katja Fransholm Shockey, 50, of Redwood City, arrested for domestic battery, 900 block of Pleasant Hill Road.

6:44 p.m. — Thief steals a bike and leaves his or her old one behind, Ebener St.

TUESDAY

1:11 a.m. — Man says he was attacked by a group of other men, and one of them was wielding a knife or razor that left cuts on his hands, Broadway.

3:32 a.m. — Santiago Jorge Villagran Cruz, 22, of Sunnyvale, arrested for DUI, 400 block of Woodside Road.

7:06 a.m. — Vehicle accident causes minor injuries, Whipple Ave. 9:13 a.m. — Man yelling and pushing computer screens in a business, 2300 block of Broadway. John Lauri Stahl, 44, arrested for committing a hate crime.

SAN CARLOS

AUG. 30

3:50 p.m. — Antonio Rivera, 56, arrested for public drunkenness, Belmont Ave. and El Camino.

10:35 p.m. — Windows of two vehicles smashed, 400 block of Industrial Road. Nothing is stolen.

MONDAY

4:41 p.m. — Traffic collision causes major injuries, 1000 block of Cedar St.

TUESDAY

10:54 a.m. — Joseph William Iffla, 54, of San Carlos, arrested for possession of canisters of nitrous oxide, 1200 block of San Carlos Ave.

WEDNESDAY

8:45 a.m. — Mauricio Lopez Carrillo, 23, cited for driving with a suspended or revoked license, Brittan Ave. and Elm St.

BELMONT

TUESDAY

5:34 p.m. — Man steals laundry detergent and deodorant from a store, El Camino.

WEDNESDAY

6:18 p.m. — Credit card fraud, Ralston Ave.

THURSDAY

11:29 a.m. — Man tells police he found a weapon on the ground outside a business, Emmett Ave.

3:18 p.m. — Car backs up into another vehicle and drives away without stopping, Granada St.

6:52 p.m. — Two-vehicle noninjury accident, Ralston Ave. and El Camino.

11:22 p.m. — DUI arrest, Alameda de las Pulgas and Arbor Ave.

The

Real Estate

PALO ALTO

3325 St. Michael Drive, 94306, 3 bedrooms, 1340 square feet, built in 1954, Shotwell Living Trust to Viji and Vinay Krishnamurthy for $3,352,000, closed Aug. 6

3428 Greer Road, 94303, 4 bedrooms, 1825 square feet, built in 1957, Larchwood Homes LP to JingEn and Roger Tseng for $3,760,000, closed Aug. 7 (last sale: $3,100,000, 0228-25)

MENLO PARK

341 Linfield Drive, 94025, 3 bedrooms, 1960 square feet, built in 1951, Afshin Sabet-Peyman to Mara and Kevin Reece for $3,650,000, closed July 18 (last sale: $2,839,000, 08-05-20)

1045 Lassen Drive, 94025, 4 bedrooms, 4010 square feet, built in 1983, Katya and Valentin Baiter to Wong Family Trust for $5,859,000, closed July 14 (last sale: $2,000,000, 11-22-02)

MOUNTAIN VIEW

1550 Redwood Court, 94041, 4 bedrooms, 1983 square feet, built in 1999, Patrice Boffa to Leigh Martin for $2,600,000, closed Aug. 5 (last sale: $988,000, 07-01-11)

2518 W. Middlefield Road, 94043, 2 bedrooms, 968

square feet, built in 1976, Shi Trust to Yue Yun for $2,790,000, closed Aug. 4 (last sale: $1,035,000, 0603-19)

LOS ALTOS

1235 Montclaire Way, 94024, 4 bedrooms, 2278 square feet, built in 1953, Schatz Family Trust to Shuhui and Xin Su for $4,050,000, closed Aug. 8

881 Highlands Circle, 94024, 4 bedrooms, 2653 square feet, built in 1972, Justin Reyneri to Ma-Zhang Family Trust for $4,100,000, closed Aug. 8 (last sale: $1,150,000, 02-02-00)

32 N. El Monte Ave., 94022, 4 bedrooms, 2875 square feet, built in 1951, Pye Family Trust to Ziwei and Xin Wu for $4,700,000, closed Aug. 4 (last sale: $725,000, 02-10-02)

REDWOOD CITY

1458 Hudson St. #107, 94061, 425 square feet, built in 1970, Laura Dapkus to Taylor Family Trust for $431,500, closed July 15 (last sale: $449,000, 0315-22)

67 Pelican Lane, 94065, 1 bedroom, 838 square feet, built in 1985, Acosta Living Trust to Dewild 2014 Family Trust for $725,000, closed July 14

1518 Stafford St., 94063, 2 bedrooms, 1005 square feet, built in 1944, Vossoughi Family Trust to Kassouf Living Trust for $1,035,000, closed July 17 (last sale: $935,000, 06-05-19)

938 Fulton St., 94061, 2 bedrooms, 1440 square feet, built in 1906, Lucas and Teresa Statler to Slee Living Trust for $1,663,000, closed July 15 (last sale: $900,000, 11-18-14)

201 Keech Drive, 94065, 3 bedrooms, 1924 square feet, built in 2011, Keyan Zhang to Alena and Georgii Koshelev for $1,800,000, closed July 18 (last sale: $1,690,000, 09-26-22)

244 Hillview Ave., 94062, 3 bedrooms, 1470 square feet, built in 1940, Lynne and Kevin Martin to Akunamatata LLC for $1,915,000, closed July 14 (last sale: $1,620,000, 10-13-20)

SAN CARLOS

1338 Arroyo Ave., 94070, 4 bedrooms, 2460 square feet, built in 2019, Mangalindan Family Trust to Jacqueline and Dmitriy Yefremov for $3,850,000, closed July 7 (last sale: $2,720,000, 11-08-19)

749 Tamarack Ave., 94070, 3 bedrooms, 1450 square feet, built in 1940, 749 Tamarack LLC to Rajan-Sudhakar Family Trust for $4,810,000, closed July 9 (last sale: $1,750,000, 05-12-23)

BELMONT

400 Davey Glen Road, 94002, 1 bedroom, 725 square feet, built in 1965, Bramlett Trust to Neena Joseph for $515,000, closed July 14

Tim has sold $2+ Billion in home sales and knows every facet of the residential real estate business, including new construction. He holds the Certified Residential Specialist designation, awarded by the Council of Residential Specialists, the largest not-for-profit affiliate of the National Association of Realtors. He is an Associate Broker with Compass, combining his expertise and knowledge with the cutting edge, high-tech platform of Compass.

Premier Los Altos Living Just One Mile to The Village

• Remodeled Craftsman elegance in a premier North Los Altos neighborhood

• 4 bedrooms and 2 baths on one convenient level

• 2,284± square feet of living space and lot size of 10,000± square feet

• Quintessential Craftsman tapered columns on stone-clad posts

• Fresh paint, teak ﬂoors in most rooms, crown moldings, and recessed lighting

• Formal living and dining room combination with gas-log ﬁreplace, double sliding glass doors to the rear yard, and glass drum chandelier

• Striking eat-in kitchen with white cabinetry topped in black granite and an island brightened by a skylight plus large breakfast area

• Family room with gas-log ﬁreplace and French doors to the rear grounds

• Crowned by a cathedral ceiling, the primary suite has French doors to the rear yard, entire wall of customized closets, and en suite bath

• Three additional bedrooms, one currently customized as an ofﬁce for two

• Other features: Attached 3-car garage and central air conditioning

• Private rear yard with bluestone patio, built-in barbecue center with gas cooktop, and lawn

• Excellent Los Altos schools (buyer to conﬁrm enrollment)

• Beautifully appointed Craftsman-style home with resort-like grounds

• Private setting at the end of a cul-de-sac in Midtown

• Solar-powered electricity

• 4 bedrooms, 2 ofﬁces, and 2.5 baths

• Approximately 2,529 square feet of living space

• Flexible ﬂoor plan for formal and everyday living and dining

• Attached 2-car garage

• Private rear yard with gorgeous pool and spa, waterfall wall, and outdoor media

• Stunning gardens wrap around the home

• Lot size of approximately 9,304 square feet

• Excellent Palo Alto schools

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13975 La Paloma Road in Los Altos Hills.

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Alex Wang, founding sales partner of Rainmaker Real Estate, just sold 498 Fulton Street in Palo Alto.

Erika Demma is pleased to present 3323 Woodside Road in Woodside. Open house Sunday 2:00pm4:00pm.

Ken Morgan and Arlene Gault are pleased to present 637 Channing Avenue in Palo Alto. Open house Saturday and Sunday 1:30pm-4:30pm.

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Shelly Mitchell Lynch and Sheri Mitchell are pleased to present 72 Fern Canyon Road in Carmel.

Susan Sims and Nino Gaetano are pleased to present 659 Kingswood Way in Los Altos. Open house Saturday and Sunday 2:00pm-4:00pm.

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3 Bed | 2 Bath | Offered at $3,888,000

2,212 Sq. Ft. Living Space | 8,926 Sq. Ft. Lot

Classic First Generation Eichler Home in Desirable Barron Park Neighborhood! This home has been Updated and Expanded! The home is situated on a spacious 8,926sf lot and offers a rare opportunity to own a charming residence in one of Palo Alto’s most desirable neighborhoods. This beautifully maintained home blends timeless character with modern updates,

designed layout ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The updated kitchen provides ample counter space and cabinetry plus breakfast bar and

The Living Room and Dining Area feature a wide view of the front landscaping. The Primary Bedroom with en suite Bathroom offers a private retreat with access to the Backyard. Outside, the private backyard is a true oasis, with lush and mature landscaping and room for outdoor dining, play, or gardening. Located in the heart of Barron Park, this home enjoys proximity to top-rated Palo Alto schools, Stanford, tech hubs, and the vibrant California Avenue district. 723 Josina Avenue delivers comfort, convenience, and community in one of Silicon Valley’s most sought-after neighborhoods.

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Ryan Gowdy is pleased to present 2526 Webster street in Palo Alto. Open house Saturday and Sunday 1:30pm-4:30pm and Twilight tour Saturday 6:30pm-8:30pm.

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John King and Betzahire Pelayo are pleased to present 793 Josina Avenue in Palo Alto. Open house Saturday and Sunday 12:00pm-4:00pm.

Keri Nicholas is pleased to present 167 McKendry Drive in Menlo Park.

Judy Bogard-Tanigami and Cindy Bogard-O’Gorman are pleased to present 3418 Stacey Court in Mountain View. Open house Saturday and Sunday 1:00pm-4:00pm.

Lynn North is pleased to present 12698 La Cresta Court in Los Altos Hills. Open house Saturday and Sunday 1:30pm4:30pm.

John sold this home for $2,873 per square foot versus the 2024 average of $1,623 across Los Altos Hills sales with other listing agents.

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5,200 sf ﬂag lot. The home is beautifully expanded and updated. Please call Ken (650) 208-3722 or Arlene (650) 208-3014 for more information.

BETTER PROPERTY

PREPARATION. John Forsyth James of Compass is here to help you buy or sell your home. Better property preparation and negotiation for my listings beneﬁted my clients at the close of escrow with a 4.28% on average higher selling price than my competitors. At a selling price of $4 Million that is just over $170,000 more for my sellers! Please contact John at (650) 2184337 for more information.

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TIMELESS LUXURY.

Kathy Bridgman is pleased to present 13975 La Paloma Road in Los Altos Hills. This single-level luxury estate offers 5 bed, office, and 5.5 bath across 5,093 sf on approximately 1 acre with a pool, spa, greenhouse, playground, and rose-filled gardens. Built by renowned builder Bob Owen, the home features Brazilian cherry and marble floors, extensive millwork, and freshly painted interiors. Please call Kathy (650) 868-7677 for more information.

MUTLI-GEN READY.

Julia Laquer is pleased to present 1860 Leigh Avenue in San Jose. This 4 bed, 3 full and 2 half bath home offers 2,788 sf of living space on a generous 11,400 sf lot. Designed for both comfort and function, it features a versatile layout with room for entertaining, working from home, or multigenerational living. Expansive outdoor areas provide space for gardening, play, or future enhancements, making it ideal for a variety of lifestyles. Please call Julia (650) 434-2755 for more information.

MARKET SUCCESS.

Alex Wang, founding sales partner of Rainmaker Real Estate, just sold 498 Fulton Street in Palo Alto. This Crescent Park townhouse in prime downtown Palo Alto was sold for $2,510,000 — an impressive $342,000 over asking. The result highlights both the home’s desirability and the continued strength of the Palo Alto market. Please call Alex (650) 800-8840 for all your home buyer or seller needs.

WOODSIDE RETREAT.

Erika Demma is pleased to present 3323 Woodside Road in Woodside. This classic mid-century modern home offers 3 bed, office, and 2.5 bath across 2,830 sf on 1.3 level acres, just blocks from Town Center. Updated with high-end finishes, it features hardwood floors, soaring wood-paneled ceilings, and abundant skylights that fill the home with natural light. Please call Erika (650) 740-2970 for more information.

CHANNING CHARM. Ken Morgan and Arlene Gault are pleased to present 637 Channing Avenue in Palo Alto. This beautifully expanded home offers 2 beds, 2 bath and 1,173 sf of living space on a

OCEANVIEW ESTATE. Shelly Mitchell Lynch and Sheri Mitchell are pleased to present 72 Fern Canyon Road in Carmel. This extraordinary 14.71acre Carmel Highlands estate offers 12,175 sf of living space with 9 bed, 10 full bath, and 2 half bath. Once home to Grammy Award-winning composer Alan Silvestri, the reimagined Craftsman main residence showcases locally sourced jade, stone, and redwood, blending elegance with authenticity. Please call Shelly (831) 277-8044 or Sheri (415) 265-8604 for more information.

REMODELED ELEGANCE. Susan Sims and Nino Gaetano are pleased to present 659 Kingswood Way in Los Altos. This remodeled Craftsman in North Los Altos offers 4 bed and 2 bath across 2,284 sf on a 10,000 sf lot. Freshly painted with teak ﬂoors, crown moldings, and recessed lighting, the home features formal living and dining spaces with a gas-log ﬁreplace, a striking eat-in kitchen with skylight, and a family room opening to the yard. Please call Susan (650) 743-1838 or Nino (650) 207-1986 for more information.

MODERN UPDATE. Ryan Gowdy is pleased to present 2526 Webster street in Palo Alto. This classic first-generation Eichler in Palo Alto’s Barron Park neighborhood offers 2 bed, 2 bath, and 2,212 sf of updated living on an 8,926 sf lot. Expanded and beautifully maintained, the home combines Eichler charm with modern updates, including refinished hardwood floors, an open kitchen with breakfast bar, and a family room with high ceilings. The primary suite provides backyard access, while the lush private yard offers space for dining, play, or gardening. Please call Ryan (408) 309-8660 for more information.

HILLSIDE ELEGANCE. Lynn North is pleased to present 12698 La Cresta Court in Los Altos Hills. This newly built contemporary home offers 5 bed, 3.5 bath (including a JADU) across 3,815 sf on a 51,743 sf landscaped lot with stunning canyon and hill views. Featuring two primary suites, formal living and dining, 2 glassenclosed offices, and multiple fireplaces, the open floor plan is designed for both elegance and function. Please call Lynn (650) 703-6437 for more information.

VIEW GEM. Judy Bogard-Tanigami and Cindy Bogard-O’Gorman are pleased to present 3418 Stacey Court in Mountain View. Set on a treelined cul-de-sac in Mountain View, this stunning singlelevel 4 bed, 2.5 bath home offers 2,338 sf of elegant living on an 8,214 sf lot. Highlights include a bright granite kitchen with premium appliances, a family room with dualfunction ﬁreplace, and a luxurious primary suite with high ceilings and yard access. Please call Judy (650) 207-2111 or Cindy (650) 924-8365 for more information.

MENLO PARK

ELEGANCE. Keri Nicholas is pleased to present 167 McKendry Drive in Menlo Park. This beautifully designed home features 5 bed and 4.5 bath with highend ﬁnishes throughout. The chef’s eat-in kitchen with center island, inset cabinetry, and Thermador appliances opens to a spacious family room, perfect for modern living. A main-level suite and half bath add convenience, while the luxurious primary retreat offers a walk-in closet, double sinks, oversized tub, and stall shower. Please call Keri (650) 533-7373 for more information.

EICHLER CLASSIC. John King and Betzahire Pelayo are pleased to present 793 Josina Avenue in Palo Alto. This classic ﬁrst-generation Eichler in Palo Alto’s Barron Park neighborhood offers 2 bed, 2 bath, and 2,212 sf of updated living on an 8,926 sf lot. Expanded and beautifully maintained, the home combines Please call John (650) 843-2710 or Batzahire (650) 8856881 for more information.

MODERN LUXURY. Kathy Bridgman is pleased to present 1686 and 1686A Parkhills Avenue in Los Altos. This newly built 2024 modern home in South Los Altos offers 4 bed and 4 bath on one level, plus a 2 bed, 2 bath ADU with its own address and private entrance. Together spanning 3,661 sf on a 9,375 sf corner lot, the home features white oak floors, 17-foot skylit ceilings, designer finishes, and a sleek open-concept layout with wine bar, retractable glass doors, and linear gas fireplace. Please call Kathy (650) 8687677 for more information.

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not entirely unprecedented, the suit said. The couple returned the following day to try again, but workers at the fertility clinic said they couldn’t find the third embryo, the suit said.

“They explained that it was ‘missing’ and that (they) would conduct a full investigation to locate the embryo,” the suit said.

The couple was “deeply concerned,” but the mother was already physically prepared for a transfer, the suit said. So they asked for the next embryo — their second-to-last one — to be thawed and transferred.

Dropped embryo unusable

To their dismay, doctors told the couple that they dropped that embryo on the floor — “the result of a careless embryologist nicking the side of the microscope with the catheter — killing the embryo and rendering unusable for a transfer,” the suit said.

The couple said they were alarmed by all of the mishaps in one day but resolved to have success.

Their final embryo was transferred and resulted in a successful pregnancy and a healthy son, the suit said.

The couple is happy with their child. But the loss and destruction of their embryos caused a lot of distress, and they can’t have the number of children they always wanted, the suit said.

How could this occur?

The parents said they followed up for months about what happened to the missing embryo — “How could such a disaster have occurred?”

Doctors finally acknowledged that the embryo was permanently lost on June 10, 2024, the suit said.

Stanford’s fertility clinic “refused to provide any information — despite their promises — on how any of the mishaps occurred, leaving (the parents) to ponder where their precious embryo went … They mourn the loss of their precious embryo,” the suit said.

Stanford Health Care won’t be commenting on the active lawsuit, spokeswoman Lisa Kim said in an email yesterday.

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food deli, along with a dining area for customers to enjoy their meals, according to the application.

There will also be a section in the store dedicated

to Korean beauty products.

“I’m excited to see Mega Mart open in East Palo Alto and bring another option to EPA for high-quality groceries,” Dinan said.

Dinan said he is excited not to have to make trips to Sunnyvale to buy lemongrass, since it will be available at Mega Mart.

Fills hole Target left

Mega Mart will open where Target once was, but vacated in September 2024.

When Target closed its doors, it left residents with one less grocery store and pharmacy.

Residents are now left with one pharmacy, Drew Center Pharmacy on University Avenue.

Dinan said he’s excited for residents to have an option to grocery shop nearby.

Pogu Picnic, the restaurant in the store, will offer bento boxes that can be customized and made by Michelin-starred Chef Tony Yoo, according to the store’s Instagram.

Mega Mart is collaborating with WeWork in San Mateo to sell the Korean meal boxes and get the word out about the store.

100 workers

There will be 100 employees working on a daily basis, the store’s alcohol application states. The grocery store will be open every day from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., according to the application.

Planning Commissioner Chris Kao also attended the meeting and said 150 employees have already been hired, according to Ha.

Ha did not respond to the Post for comment.

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News. But it’s difficult to evaluate what effect Newsom's extracurricular activities have had on his work, because the governor’s office has not made his full schedule available all year.

Each month, CalMatters requests Newsom’s calendar under the California Public Records Act. While the governor’s office routinely released those documents in the past, it has not provided anything new in five months and has yet to hand over any of his 2025 calendars.

Multiple inquiries about a timeline for releasing the records, a requirement under the law, have been ignored during that period. Representatives for the governor’s legal affairs unit, which handles records requests, wrote that the calendars “will be provided as soon as they are ready for release.”

Newsom’s spokesman did not respond to questions

about what is causing the delay, but said in an email Wednesday the calendars would be provided when they are “finalized and ready for public disclosure.”

“Governor Newsom has been among the most transparent governors in California’s history and we’ll continue to share his calendar, as always, with the transparency, diligence, and accuracy it deserves,” spokesman Izzy Gardon wrote. He added, “I look forward to reading your webpost about the hardships you’ve encountered while waiting.”

David Loy, legal director of the First Amendment Coalition, which advocates for government transparency, said it’s “deeply problematic” that the governor’s office has not quickly fulfilled what amounts to a simple clerical task.

“We’re not talking hundreds and hundreds of records that need to be rounded up and redacted. It’s a pretty straightforward request,” Loy said. “This is not difficult — or should not be difficult.”

A fight for public access

California governors have shared their calendars for about two decades.

Previously, Gov. George Deukmejian went to court to protect those records from disclosure, arguing that making his appointments public would discourage people from meeting with him and hinder his decision-making process. The California Supreme Court ruled in his favor in 1991.

Then California voters expanded the Public Records Act in 2004, ultimately compelling then-Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger to begin releasing his calendar. During Gov. Jerry Brown’s subsequent tenure, his office proactively provided his appointments log monthly to reporters who made standing public records requests.

The schedules are of limited utility, because they include only official events, not personal or political activities, and even those are sometimes redacted to protect attorney-client privilege or the governor’s security. Newsom’s calendars from previous years include many days with just a few meetings or no official events listed at all, and the hours are often filled with “work time,” providing no further details.

But because most of the governor’s other records, including emails, remain legally protected from disclosure, calendars offer the public the most comprehensive picture available of who Newsom is speaking to and how he is prioritizing his time. That means their release can still be politically fraught, and numerous administrations have resisted going beyond the minimum requirements.

“It would be so much better for transparency if they just posted his calendar online,” Loy said.

AGENDAS –

Unions: Council will consider renewing the contract between the police and sergeants’ unions and the city.

Report: Councilwoman Cecilia Taylor will report back from her participation in the Bay Conservation and Development Commission.

MENLO PARK COMPLETE STREETS COMMISSION

6:30 p.m., Wednesday 751 Laurel St.

Safety: Commissioners will review the “Grand Boulevard” initiative along El Camino Real.

REDWOOD CITY COUNCIL

6 p.m., Monday 1017 Middlefield Road

Grant: Council may apply for $4 million in grant funds.

Homelessness: Council will do a second reading of the camping ban.

Housing: Council will review an affordable housing incentive program to help address the current high rents.

Fire: Council will consider revising the current building and fire codes.

Senior: Council will review plans to build a 21-story senior housing development at 910 Marshall St.

SAN CARLOS CITY COUNCIL

6:30 p.m., Monday 600 Elm St.

Closed: Behind closed doors, council will review legal negotiations for workers’ compensation and the lease of 1144 El Camino Real.

Library: Council will review the budget for the library.

Parklets: Council will consider extending the temporary parklets on the 700 block of Laurel Street.

Apartment: Council will review plans to build a three-story apartment at 1524 Cherry St.

Claims: Council will consider David Adebowale Morris’ claim seeking $50 million for injuries, Annie To’s, and Brock Burke’s claim against the city.

Housing: Council will review the city’s Housing Element.

EAST PALO ALTO PLANNING COMMISSION

7 p.m., Monday 2415 University Ave.

Alcohol: Commissioners may approve an alcohol sale permit at Mega Mart, 1765 East Bayshore Road.

PORTOLA VALLEY TOWN COUNCIL

7 p.m., Wednesday 765 Portola Road

Appoint: Council will appoint representatives for the League of California Cities annual conference.

Housing: Council may give $70,027 to the Willow Commons housing project at 4388 Alpine Road.

BELMONT CITY COUNCIL

6 p.m., Tuesday

1 Twin Pines Lane

Bikes: Council may approve contracts to install buffers along bike lanes.

Trash: Council will consider raising the rates for trash and recycling collection.

Safety: Council will review the

“Grand Boulevard” initiative along El Camino Real.

WOODSIDE TOWN COUNCIL

6:30 p.m., Tuesday 2955 Woodside Road

Closed: Behind closed doors, council will evaluate Town Attorney Jean Savaree.

Trees: Council will review the work of the hazardous tree removal project.

Police: Council will review the contract between the town and the sheriff’s office for policing services.

SAN MATEO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

9 a.m., Tuesday

500 County Center, Redwood City

Equipment: Supervisors will review a list of equipment the sheriff’s office has used and is requesting.

Spring: Supervisors may purchase a property at 3335 Spring St. for $2 million.

Laughing gas: The board may ban nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas.

Glock: The board will review the sheriff’s office request to purchase 425 Glocks.

Closed: In closed session, the board will review the removal process of San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus and her lawsuit against the county. Supervisors will also review Union President Carlos Tapia’s lawsuit against the county.

SEQUOIA UNION HIGH

SCHOOL DISTRICT

6 p.m., Wednesday

480 James Ave.

Closed: Behind closed doors, the board will discuss labor negotiations with Associate Superintendent Bonnie Hansen and a complaint.

Trips: The board will review field trips for each high school.

Fire: The board will consider upgrading fire alarm systems.

Grand Jury: The board will discuss the report the Civil Grand Jury did on high schools preparing students to fill the worker shortages in the trades.

MENLO PARK CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

5 p.m., Thursday 181 Encinal Ave.

Closed: Behind closed doors, the board will review a lawsuit and evaluate Superintendent Kristen Gracia.

Immigration: The board will review its response to ICE.

Contract: The board may approve sign language classes for students in special education.

Counsel: The board will consider a contract with One Life Counseling since StarVista has closed.

RAVENSWOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT

6 p.m., Thursday

2120 Euclid Ave., EPA

49ers: The board will consider a partnership with the 49ers to provide flag football camps.

WEST BAY SANITARY DISTRICT

7 p.m., Wednesday

500 Laurel St., Menlo Park

Closed: Behind closed doors, the board will discuss Finance Manager Vivian Chu’s performance.

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ENJOY THE BEST OF CALIFORNIA DINING at Portola Bistro, where you’ll find both classic and playful takes on bistro fare served up in comfort and style. Located across the way from Bianchini’s Market in Ladera County Shopper at 3130 Alpine Road, Portola Bistro is the latest restaurant from Dino Tekdemir and Allen Isik, the pair behind Anatolian Kitchen in Palo Alto and Barbayani Taverna in downtown Los Altos. The new restaurant isn’t Greek or Turkish, said Tekdemir, but instead takes French, Italian and Mediterranean influences and refreshes them with California flair – and a focus on simple, fresh ingredients that make every dish shine. For more information, go to portolabistro.com or call (650) 800-7248. The restaurant is available for private events and offers catering for social and corporate affairs.

CRAVING FRESH, SUCCULENT LOBSTER?

GO to New England Lobster Market & Eatery in Burlingame, where they take pride in getting your lobster straight from the crate to your plate. Owner Marc Worrall says the freshest lobster is always the best – it has no preservatives or additives, and it’s hand-picked and cooked that day. They make everything you eat from scratch: From their signature lobster corn chowder to their coleslaw, salad dressings and sauces, to the house-baked brioche rolls and tortillas for seafood tacos, they make everything in their own kitchen. They even make their own potato chips and classic whoopie pies. “If it’s not made from scratch, it’s not made at all,” says Worrall.

THE BEST ROOFTOP PATIO. Trellis Restaurant is where seasonal Italian food with a California ﬂair is prepared with elegance and style. Enjoy their

seasonal menu items and vibrant daily specials at their stunning rooftop patio. If you prefer to dine indoors, they have three private rooms available.

Trellis is located at 1077 El Camino Real in Menlo Park. For more information, call 1 (650) 326-9028.

COZY, CLASSIC, FRENCH THE OLDFASHIONED WAY. It’s old-school but not outmoded, with an exacting code of beliefs that owner/chef JeanMicel Peuvrelle has carried with him throughout his life. Now in his 35th year at Le Petit Bistro, Peuvrelle still cooks the old-fashioned way Tuesday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Reserve a table at (650) 964-3321, and get a free glass of house wine with your entree purchase. LePetit Bistro is located at 1405 West El Camino Real, Mountain View.

methods fall short, and what kinds of supports truly help these students thrive. This discussion will help you better understand the complexity—and the potential—of dyslexic learners. The movie will play from 6:30pm-7:45pm, followed by the panel discussion 7:45pm-8:30pm. RSVP for the screening by visiting REEL website at www.reel2e.org.

ESTHER’S KITCHEN & BEER GARDEN, formerly Esther’s Bakery, blends tradition and innovation with authentic German-inspired cuisine. In 2008, Esther opened her café and partnered with chef Alex Otero, one of her ﬁrst employees. When Esther sold the bakery in 2021, Alex and his wife, Maribel took over, preserving its legacy while adding fresh touches. The menu offers brunch, lunch, and dinner favorites like house-made schnitzels, sausages, pretzels, strudels, and Black Forest cake. The beer garden features German brews and local partnerships. Esthers has you covered for all Oktoberfest celebrations! Visit at 987 N San Antonio Rd in Los Altos.

CALL BROOKLYN AT SUNDANCE THE STEAKHOUSE FOR A LUNCH OR DINNER RESERVATION.

REEL IS HONORED TO SCREEN the movie Left Behind on Tuesday, Sept. 9. This is an inspiring story of a group of determined moms who band together to create the ﬁrst public dyslexic school in the largest school district in America, New York City. After the screening of Left Behind - join REEL for a powerful panel conversation. Together, they’ll explore why dyslexia is often misunderstood or missed entirely in 2e (twiceexceptional) learners, how traditional identiﬁcation

Lunch is served Monday through Friday and dinner is served every day. Gourmet hot sandwiches, juicy burgers and crisp salads for lunch and a complete dinner menu is available for the evening crowd. Prime rib and steaks are the specialty right along with the Lobster and fresh seafood. Healthy salads and desserts are not to be missed. Come by 1921 El Camino Real and see why Sundance The Steakhouse is such a special place. Call Brooklyn at (650) 321-6798 for a reservation and check the website for more info.