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Brentwood residents turned out en masse this week to take a swing at suggesting what’s next for the Deer Ridge Golf Club property. An estimated 200 residents packed the Brentwood Senior Center for the city-organized meeting soliciting resident input. Deer Ridge Golf Club closed its doors in early September amid low demand for golfing and expensive maintenance issues, and will not reopen, said Brentwood Interim City Manager Terrence Grindall. Grindall indicated the course’s owner, SunCoast Golf, Inc., is interested in selling the property for an unknown price, but concerns that it would operate at a loss diminish chances that it will reopen for golf. As for what’s next for the land, the possibilities are wide, though city approval would be required for uses beyond a golf course or open space, Grindall said. Photo by Tony Kukulich Grindall did not divulge potential buyers, if any exist, but noted whatever materializes must be self- Deer Ridge resident Peggy Bridges spoke at a public meeting to discuss the future supported, since the city has no money set aside for of the Deer Ridge Golf Club property. The Deer Ridge course, owned by SunCoast Golf, Inc., closed suddenly in September 2019, and the city is beginning discussions the endeavor. with SunCoast regarding its plans for the property. see Golf page 22

State seeks input on water plan by Tony Kukulich Staff Writer

As Gov. Gavin Newsom and his administration attempt to establish a comprehensive and cohesive water policy for the state, officials are seeking public input on the draft water resilience portfolio released earlier this month. The document was issued in response to Newsom’s April 2019 executive order directing his administration to inventory and assess a wide range of water-related challenges and solutions. Completed jointly by the California Natural Resources Agency, California Environmental Protection Agency and the California Department of Food and Agriculture, the draft offers more than 100 recommendations

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Barbara Barrigan-Parrilla, executive director of Restore the Delta designed to help the state manage drought, floods, threatened fish populations and aging waterdelivery infrastructure, among other threats. “California’s water challenges are daunting, from severely depleted groundwater basins to vulnerable infrastructure to unsafe drinking water in far too many communities,” Newsom said in a press release related to the executive order. “Climate change

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Officer Jackie Veillette is the new school resource officer at Liberty High School. Page 5

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Brentwood apartment project under appeal by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

A Concord-based homebuilder has appealed the Brentwood Planning Commission’s design review approval of a proposed 288-unit apartment complex project on Amber Lane. Appellant Discovery Builders, Inc., says the project — proposed by private commercial real estate development firm Tekin & Associates, LLC on a 14.4-acre, three-parcel space on the south side of Amber Lane and west of Shady Willow Lane — needs further review and doesn’t comply with city code, according to the late December appeal. Neither Discovery Builders, Inc. President Louis Parsons, nor his attorneys, returned comment. “The project cannot be approved because the lack of project-specific environmental review and deferral of mitigation measures render the city’s environmental determination inadequate, and the required design review findings cannot be made and the processing of the project’s design review application does

not conform with the city’s code requirements,” wrote Robia Crisp, senior counsel with Hanson Bridgett law firm, representing Parsons. The Brentwood Planning Commission approved the design 3-1 in late December, with Commissioner Cyndi Hankins in opposition. Brentwood Planning Manager Erik Nolthenius declined to formally state city staff’s position on the appeal, with a city-created report on the matter not yet released, but said the matter could be heard by the city council as soon as its Jan. 28 meeting. The project can proceed if the council denies the appeal when the matter is heard, since it fits the specified criteria for the area. Lance Crannell, principal architect of SDG Architects, said the appeal confused the project team. “We appreciate their input and are happy to work with the city as a result of those comments,” he said. “We are just curious about the motivation behind it.” Parsons’ appeal came roughly three days after the commission approved the project’s design and about two weeks after attorney Kristina Lawson filed a separate letter with the com-

mission on behalf of Discovery Builders, Inc., indicating further project review was needed to ensure compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservation Plan, and to address proposed impacts on the fire district. Upon receipt of that letter in early December, the commission postponed its design review decision two weeks to evaluate concerns, but ended up approving the design. The project is expected to feature nine two- and three-story apartment buildings (288 units), a 5,564-square-foot recreation building and related amenities: a pool and spa, community center, parking, trash enclosures and landscaping; and is the first to be approved in the city’s Priority Area One, an over 430-acre stretch envisioned as a future job-generating hub and location for mixed-use development. Brentwood Associate Planner Christopher Rogers previously said the city completed a CEQA-required environmental impact report covering the project area, and East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservation Plan

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Chairmembers, docents and breakers are currently working together to renovate the main house, tool shed and various vehicles on the 1.3 acre property, located at 3890 Sellers Ave. in Brentwood. While the renovation is in process, ECCHS is looking to rebrand all of their current signs and future flyers with something new and recognizable. The design should feature the words “East Contra Costa Historical Society” and its motto, “Preserving the Past, Preparing for the Future.” Those who enter the contest may submit their design in the form of an illustration, photograph, collage or any other artistic me-

Kiddie Academy of Brentwood invites local families to share in fun, educational and age-appropriate activities at an indoor STEM Adventures event Saturday, Jan. 25, at 10 a.m. Activities are based on two themes that combine elements of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math in interactive projects that foster learning through play: • Superheroes of STEM: The Sky’s the Limit (measuring activity), Superhero Races (car races with ramps, angles and friction), Design a Superhero Vehicle, Melting Ice Mountain, The Fearless Funnel (demonstrating Bernoulli’s Principle), Target Blaster (creating a spoon and rubber band catapult),

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dium, but it must be in CMYK color mode. Any submitted logo designs should depict the Nail/Byer house at the front of the museum, the white picket fence and the windmill — three distinctive features of the property. “We left the competition open to the creative geniuses,” said ECCHS Chairperson and docent Sharon Johnson. “As long as those three things are included, than we’re open to any type of media for the design.” Submissions for the contest must include the entrant’s name, contact information (email and phone number) and the design in .pdf, .png and .psd formats. There

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Kiddie Academy hosting local STEM event your own), Index Card Towers (build a tall tower using just index card and tape) and Stay Dry (create a shelter for a toy using a variety of unique materials). “We want our local families to see for themselves all the ways in which Kiddie Academy’s Life Essentials curriculum taps into children’s natural sense of wonder and discovery as they explore the laws that govern the world around them,” said Rishu Khare, owner of Kiddie Academy of Brentwood. STEM education in early childhood provides opportunities for building the next generation of scientists, engineers, math-

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Liberty welcomes new school resource officer “I’ve been doing this for a long time,” Friedmann said. “It was time to hang up the spurs.” His favorite part, by far, of being an SRO, he says, was his relationship with students. “I don’t think there is (another) job in law enforcement where you actually see the fruits of your labor,” he said. “Just interacting and talking with the kids on their level, giving them someone who listened to them, I think, was the most rewarding thing ... Seeing a kid that may be going down that wrong path ... you talk to him or her for a little bit and then see them kind of redirect their lives in a positive manner.” Friedmann, who trained Veillette in December, thinks she will be a positive addition to the school climate at Liberty and looks forward to seeing her succeed. “She’s very personable; she’s very smart,” he said. “It’s good to have a broad range of experiences going into the role of an SRO, and I think that Jackie possesses those qualities. She’s been a detective. She’s been a patrol officer. She’s had some other collateral duties under her belt. The school district across the board is very, very receptive to the role of an SRO. I mean, we’re not there to arrest kids. We’re there as a resource for the kids to help them through teenagehood. I think the most important thing for any SRO to do is just to listen to the kids.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net

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Local author pens story of recovery, hope by Deanna Gordon Staff Writer

When Jen SluMac set out to write her first book, she knew she wanted to use her life’s experiences to help others. SluMac — an Illinois native who moved to the Bay Area in 2005 and now calls Brentwood home — published her first book, “Soulnotskin: Becoming the Me I Was Meant to Be,” in April 2019. As a gay woman who grew up in the church and was the daughter of a minister, she spent her formative years trying to reconcile what she felt were conflicting messages about who she was and where she belonged. “Soulnotskin,” she says, is the story of hope she needed when she was trying to find her place. “The main reason for this book is to tell a story that didn’t exist when I needed to find the story,” SluMac said. “I really could have used a story like this when I was struggling. The darkness can get very dark when we isolate ourselves ... and when we’re living in shame. There wasn’t a gay community that I could talk to about God, and then there wasn’t a God community that I could talk (to) about being gay. It was a very, very lonely place.” “Soulnotskin” is based on real events in SluMac’s life, but some names have been changed, so it’s not quite a memoir. “Everybody who I represent in the book is still alive, and many of them are

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All sorts of readers are connecting with SluMac’s story. She says people who have may little in common with the parts of her she shares — as a gay woman, as someone who struggled with their place in the church or as someone who has dealt with addiction — are still relating to the book’s overall message. “I adored this book,” Geri Baskind wrote in a review on Goodreads.com. “To see this story as simply a coming of age story does not do it justice. It is a portrait of trauma and conflict and eventual compassion for the author herself. It is also a fearless walk through the darkness into the light for those of us who can relate and an outstretched hand to those who need it.” SluMac and her wife, Jessie, were married in 2016, and she says their relationship has been integral in the extension of her healing. “Both of us don’t drink,” SluMac said. “She has a really close relationship with her family, and I have a really close relationship with mine. That mattered. I have a son who I adopted from my previous relationship, and she loves him, and that mattered. She walks a similar walk that I do in terms of trying to be well, stay well and help others. We try to focus on things that matter. We try to live in gratitude. Neither of us is blind to where addiction takes people. I’m grateful for everywhere that I’ve been, but I’m grateful for where I’m at.” For more information about Jen SluMac or to contact her, visit www. soulnotskin.com. “Soulnotskin: Becoming the Me I Was Meant to Be” is available for purchase online at www.bit. ly/soul-not-skin, or in store at Barnes & Noble, 5709 Lone Tree Way, in Antioch. To view a video, visit www.thepress.net/ multimedia

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Kendra Windrix has raised thousands of dollars through her participation charity stairclimb challenges, but now she’s the one in need of help. Nearly 15 years ago, Windrix was left physically and mentally impaired after she and her mother, Jessie Lachance-Mellon, were involved in a head-on collision. This past fall, Windrix began to struggle with fatigue, weight loss and trouble walking. Her symptoms led to a seven-week stay in the hospital, and doctors eventually arrived at a diagnosis of late neurological onset deficit decline, a rare condition that, according to Lachance-Mellon, occurs in one in 50,000 brain-injury patients. “Declines like this don’t show up on MRIs,” Lachance-Mellon explained. “They don’t show up on CT scans. They do not show up. You have to put the puzzle pieces together.” The condition resulted in a dramatic loss of Windrix’s capabilities, and has left her bedridden and in need of around-the-clock care that has put a financial strain on the family. To help ease some of the strain, Brandy Babin, a friend and colleague of LachanceMellon, started a Facebook fundraising effort to offset some of the lost income and costs incurred that are not covered by insurance. Babin and Lachance-Mellon run a nonprofit organization that helps families of fallen first responders, military and medical professionals by providing funding, advice and emotional support. “Even though we’re far away, we talk every day,” said Babin. “I know how hard it is for Jess financially. She’s given up everything to be with Kendra 24 hours a day. Seeing how fast Kendra declined at that point, I needed to

WINDRIX figure something out that I could do to help her. So, I created that fundraiser. That’s what we do for fallen officers’ families.” Since 2010, Kendra has raised money every year for fallen and injured firefighters by participating in the National Fallen Firefighters Stair Climb Challenge as a way to give back to the firefighters who saved her life. When firefighters arrived at the accident scene a decade and a half ago, they found Windrix under the driver’s seat, as the force of the collision caused her seat belt to fail. She and her mother were both flown from the accident to local trauma centers, where Lachance-Mellon started a 19-day hospital stay, while Windrix faced a more serious prognosis. Doctors were forced to remove part of her brain, and she was in a coma for months. Windrix was forced to relearn to walk, talk and eat. She wouldn’t have been given that opportunity if it weren’t for the first responders, said Rick Windrix, Kendra’s father, in a 2018 interview with The Press. Contributions to the fundraiser to help Kendra and her family can be made at www. bit.ly/thepress_kendra.

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Jeffrey Steven Gleeson

Sept. 17, 1965 – Dec. 27, 2019 Jeffrey Steven Gleeson was born in San Francisco on Sept. 17, 1965, and died unexpectedly while cycling on Dec. 27, 2019, at the age of 54. Jeff is survived by his wife, Denise Gleeson (née Andona) and his children: Ronald Anthony Montoya II (Korie), Jason Quinn Montoya (Carol), Ryan Adrian Montoya (Linda), Meghan Andona Gleeson, Kaitlyn Karen Marie Gleeson and Morgan Stephanie Gleeson. He was preceded in death by his late son, Jeffrey Steven Gleeson II and his father, James Gleeson. Jeff is also survived by his mother, Karen Gleeson, and his siblings: James (fiancée Beckie), Shawn (Brenda), Timothy (Tina), and Stacie; father-in-law, John Andona, brothersin-law, Kerry, Tom, and Anthony; and sistersin-law, Jessie and Dalita. Last, but not least, his

legacy is carried on through his grandchildren: Brianna, Julia, Kristian, Isaiah, Jordan, Christopher, Devon, Angelina, Bryan, Noah, and many loved nieces and nephews. Jeff married his wife, Denise, in February 1991. They were saved by the grace of God in 1997. Together, they planted roots in Byron, California, where they raised their children on the family farm. He was a skilled craftsman and carpenter, who became a senior superintendent for Truebeck Construction. Jeff helped manage and create commercial building structures across the Bay Area. Jeff was an avid road cyclist who enjoyed activities such as exercising, coaching his children, watching the 49ers play and tending to the family farm. His ultimate passion was mentoring and spending time with his children, family and friends. Jeff’s favorite quote was “living the dream”; he honestly believed, because of God and his family, he was truly living his greatest dream. Jeff’s memorial service will be held Saturday, Jan. 18, at 2 p.m. at Grace Bible Fellowship Church, 657 McClarren Road, Brentwood.

John Robert Butalla

June 22, 1955 – Dec. 16, 2019 Longtime Brentwood resident John R. Butalla passed away on Dec. 16, 2019, surrounded by his family. John is survived by his wife of 27 years, Joan; and daughters, Jessica and Juliana. John loved adventure, guitars, music, the San Francisco 49ers, golfing and Hawaii. He was always smiling and had the most positive outlook on life, even throughout battling stage four cancer. John was an incredible husband and extraordinary father. He will be greatly missed by all those who loved him. John’s family will throw him a celebration of life locally this month.

Etta Jean Sanchez

May 9, 1943 – Jan. 8, 2020 Etta Jean Sanchez, 76, passed away on Jan. 8, 2020, surrounded by her loving family. Etta was born in Brentwood to Walter and Peggy Swicegood. She is survived by her sisters, Joyce (Ben) Zamora of Brentwood, and Joan (Keith) Hoehn of Fall Creek, Oregon, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dennis Sanchez; sister, Monte Rae Westbrook; and brother, Bob Swicegood. Etta was a graduate of Brentwood’s Liberty High School, class of 1961. During her 20year residence at Summerset II in Brentwood, Etta remained an active member of the social club. She enjoyed teaching other people to line dance, one of her favorite types of dance. Etta cherished spending time with her family and friends, especially her Summerset II family. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, Feb. 29, at the Summerset II Clubhouse at noon.

Eduardo Moreno

Aug. 12, 1977 – Dec. 19, 2019 Eduardo (Eddie/Minnow) Juan Moreno started his journey on this wild ride we call life on Aug. 12, 1977. He finally got to rest his ears from his annoying sister and forever-worrying grandma on Dec. 19th, 2019, at the place he loved the most, “The Ranch.” Eddie is survived by his beautiful daughter, Emily, and her mother, Katy; mom, Robin Torres (Ringo); father, Lupe Moreno; grandmother, Helen Torres; sister, Monica Moreno (Travis) and nephew, TJ; and brother, Ivan Oseguera. He was predeceased by his grandparents, John Torres, Lupe and Lydia Moreno, and uncle, Eduardo Ramirez Moreno. In the words of Frank Sinatra: “I did it my way.” And Eddie always did it his way! Come and take part in the reunion of family and friends to eat, laugh, love, reminisce and enjoy a Modelo on me this time; but when we meet again, your turn to buy! A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2 p.m. at The Ranch.

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Young People Speaking Their Minds Be who we want to be By Veny Wijaya Recently I came across a YouTube video that guesses a person’s major and career based on their appearance. This might seem like fun content to watch, but this says a lot about how society stereotypes people based on their outer look. What comes across your mind when you see a rainbowed hair girl, holding a cigarette in her hand, wearing a spaghetti strap shirt? And what comes across your mind when you see a girl with thick-rounded spectacles, holding a dictionary in her hand and carrying a

backpack? We would probably have the same judgement about these people. As kids we are told what to wear and what not to wear, what to do and what not to do. Cartoons and movies also influence us, which sets this irrational and unreasonable standard that the society has set. And whoever goes opposite, we became an outcast. I was not the most fashionable person growing up and because of this, I had a hard time making friends. Is that the society that we want our youth to experience? Is that the society that all of us dreamt of?

Ser quien queramos ser by Veny Wijaya Recientemente me encontré con un video de YouTube que adivina la carrera y la carrera de una persona en función de su apariencia. Puede parecer un contenido divertido, pero dice mucho sobre como la sociedad estereotipa a las personas por su aspecto exterior. ¿Qué te viene a la mente cuando ves a una chica de cabello arcoíris, con un cigarrillo en la mano y una camisa con correa de espagueti? ¿Y qué te viene a la mente cuando ves a una chica con lentes gruesos y redondos, con un diccionario

en la mano y una mochila? Probablemente tendríamos el mismo juicio sobre estas personas. De niños se nos dice que usar y que no usar, que hacer y qué no hacer. Las caricaturas y las películas también nos influyen, lo que establece este estándar irracional que la sociedad ha establecido. Y si alguien va en contrario será marginado. No era la persona más a la moda de mi infancia y por eso me costó mucho hacer amigos. ¿Es esa la sociedad que queremos que experimente nuestra juventud? ¿Es esa la sociedad con la que todos soñamos?

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Full Day’s Work (Un día completo de trabajo), una vase de cerámica de Emily Browning. Se llama así porque eso es lo que se necesitó para producirlo. El aspecto cristalino da hermosos reflejos cuando lo colocas contra el sol.

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he band Dawgwood, consisting of Jack Kline, Kathy Ross Sierra and Rod Linn, entertained at the Brentwood Library on Saturday, Jan. 11, in honor of the library’s 105th anniversary. The event included cake, refreshments and prizes.

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Delta Gallery hosting art classes for all ages Delta Gallery Community Art Center kicks off the year with a fresh lineup of art classes for children, adults and teens. In this gallery setting, students are surrounded by the inspiration of colorful, multimedia art exhibits, and instructed by professional artists. Winter/Spring classes begin in mid-January and run through the end of May. Classes for children and teens include Realistic Drawing for Young Artists, Painting Animals for Young Artists and Realistic Painting for Teens and Tweens, all led by instructor Nancy Roberts. Classes for adults and teens include Unlocking the Mystery of Watercolor Painting with Greg Holzhauer and Drawing with Confidence with Nancy Roberts. Adults and teens can also sign up for Oil Expressions oil painting workshops with Carol Ligon and Soft Pastel Painting workshops with Karen Nelson

Kelly. Acrylic painting workshops for adults and teens include Acrylic Painting Adventure with Karen Nelson Kelly, Creative Color for Acrylic Painters with Nancy Roberts, Color Skills for Acrylic Painters with Nancy Roberts and Painting Visions of Color with Keta Greig. Jayne Tucker’s popular Afternoon Tea and Strings workshop is set for Sunday, Feb. 23, with a fun macramé wall hanging project for adults and teens. Another popular ongoing workshop is Open Studio, classroom studio time for self-directed artists, hosted by Jo Olney. For a complete class schedule, details and registration, visit www. d e l t a g a l l e r y. c o m / c l a s s e s - a n d workshops or call 925-516-5935. Delta Gallery Community Art Center is located in the Streets of Brentwood at 2485 Sand Creek Road, Suite 128, Brentwood.

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After a couple disappointing seasons, including a 2-14 campaign in 2018-19, the Liberty boys’ soccer team is looking to bounce back under new head coach Jesus Gomez. Gomez, who played for coach Sal Acevedo at Freedom, guided the Lions to a win in its season opener against Amador Valley, followed by a 2-2 tie against Dublin. The strong start has helped the players gain confidence in their new coach’s system and boosted their confidence, something Gomez prioritized when he took over the team. “From the moment I took over the program, I told them our mission is to get into (North Coast Section playoffs),” Gomez said, which includes many of the best teams throughout the Bay Area. “Originally, they didn’t believe it. But they’ve seen the success on the field, and they’re all under the impression that it’s doable.” On Monday, Jan. 13, Liberty suffered its first loss of the season at Clayton Valley Charter. Clayton Valley, considered to be one of the top teams in the area, won a 1-0 match that Gomez said could have gone either way. The team lost another match the following evening to Pittsburg by a score of 2-0.

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Liberty boys’ soccer coach Jesus Gomez (left) talks to his players before a match at Clayton Valley Charter High School, Monday, Jan. 13. Moving forward, Gomez says the team is on track for improvement. He credits his team captains with helping to create a cohesive environment where everyone on the team is bought in to the team’s mission. Senior Ryan Tolero, junior Israel Ortiz, junior Shea Gombert and freshman Gabriel Juarez were selected by their teammates to

serve as team captains. Gomez credits them, along with goalkeeper Chance Moreland, with leading the team both on and off the field. “The team is filled with a bunch of committed players,” he said. “They’ve created an environment where they’re all together, and that’s one of the big reasons these boys are building chemistry with each other and

creating a great brotherhood.” Before taking the job at Liberty, Gomez was on the coaching staff of the De Anza Force, a nationally recognized youth soccer club. He also worked for Impact Soccer Club in Brentwood. He had an opportunity to join the Freedom coaching staff, where his two younger brothers play, but felt drawn to Liberty due to its untapped potential — he wanted to help build the program from the ground up. Gomez says he’ll continue working to improve the mentality of the players and teach them to work as a more cohesive unit. “I spoke to Ryan Partridge, the athletic director, and he wanted me to change the environment here,” he said. “That was the goal from the moment I took over: to change the mentality and create an environment that every player was a part of, which was lost in these past few years. There was a lot of potential, but for whatever reason, things didn’t go quite well.” Gomez’s goal is to compete for the Bay Valley Athletic League title. To do that, he says he wants to maintain a competitive environment and continue to build chemistry among the team. “I set the standard high,” he said. “They know if they want to be part of the team and see the field, they will have to demand more of themselves.”

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Heritage guard Lamar Murphy puts up a shot during the Patriots’ come-frombehind 59-51 win over Liberty to open league play. Murphy scored 10 in the win.

Heritage hoops downs rival Liberty by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

The Heritage boys’ basketball team picked the perfect time — the fourth quarter —to ignite its offense against rival Liberty on Tuesday night, Jan. 14. The Patriots used a 27-point fourth quarter to erase a 10-point third-quarter deficit and stun the Lions 59-51 to open Bay Valley Athletic League play. “I am really happy the guys were able to withstand going on the road against our rival and come out here with a victory,” said Heri-

tage head coach Carly Perales. Patriots senior guard Sebastian Duran exploded for 27 points, including a key fourthquarter three-pointer followed by six straight free-throws to seal the Heritage win. Fellow guards Lamar Murphy and Isaiah Hinds added 10 each in the victory, helping the Patriots improve to 7-10 and break a six-game losing streak. But it was far from easy. Liberty (8-7) used a 17-5 second-quarter run to erase a 10-point first-quarter deficit and see Hoops page 15

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iberty’s Omaryana Wilkerson and Pittsburg’s Emma Ramirez converge on the ball during the Lions’ victory over Pittsburg Tuesday night to open Bay Valley Athletic League play. Liberty is now 5-5 on the season, while Pittsburg dropped to 3-9. The Lions were slated to host Freedom on Jan. 16. Results of that game were not available as of press time. Pittsburg was slated to clash with Deer Valley at the same time.

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eritage star infielder Chaz Myers recently signed his letter of intent to attend the University of the Pacific. The 5-foot, 11-inch Myers, who was named to the all-league second team in 2018 and the first team in 2019, has hit .373 with 59 hits, 27 RBI and 41 runs scored in three seasons for the Patriots. “Chaz is a middle infielder that can defend at either spot at a high level,” said Ryan Garko, head coach of the university’s baseball team, in a news release on the team’s website. “What has really got me excited is the progress he made with the bat this summer … he is working himself into a complete player. He also brings speed and athleticism to the base paths and has a number of ways to impact each game.”

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take a seven-point halftime lead. The Lions’ lead grew to 11 late in the third quarter, but the tide turned in the fourth. Heritage opened the fourth quarter on a 13-2 run, with Duran flipping the scoreboard Heritage’s way with a three-pointer midway through to put the Patriots up one. He was just heating up. The senior’s three with 46 seconds left pushed Heritage’s lead to four, and after Liberty missed a three, Duran sank six consecutive free-throws to put the Patriots up 10 and seal the victory. “We were a little bit tentative in the first half,” Perales said. “They went to the 1-3-1 zone, and we just got more aggressive. We started attacking, penetrating, getting into some gaps, making some extra passes, getting it to the open man, and all those things led to getting to the foul line more, got them into the double bonus and we were able to knock down a lot of free throws.” Heritage’s win pushed its all-important league record to 1-0, and sent a celebratory mob of Patriots fans to center court as the fourth-quarter buzzer sounded. “This rivalry is a great rivalry,” Perales said. “The students come out for it, they are pumped and it goes back and forth with runs during the game. Obviously only one side can win, so they are the side that gets to storm the court.” Heritage returns to the court on Friday to host Freedom at 7 p.m. Liberty looks to bounce back when it hosts Deer Valley at a yet to be determined time. Girls The Heritage girls’ basketball team used a second-half surge to down a determined Liberty team 55-39. The Patriots outscored Liberty 26-15 in the second half to run away with the game after leading by five at halftime. Heritage senior center Abby Muse poured in 19 points (10 in the second half) and her sister, Amanda Muse, added 10 to push the Patriots to 9-3 and 1-0 in league play.

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Heritage center Amanda Muse tries to avoid the flying Kennedy Fountain during the Patriots 55-39 victory. Muse scored 10 in the Heritage victory. Liberty, however, didn’t go down without a fight. Senior Kennedy Fountain collected 18 points (all on three-pointers) and junior Rylie Manke added 11 to keep the Lions (6-11, 0-1) within striking distance against the powerful Patriots. Heritage led by five after the first and second quarters, and pulled away in the third, closing the final four minutes of the period on a 9-0 run to open up a 14-point lead. Abby keyed the charge, scoring six of the team’s 13 thirdquarter points. Heritage returns to the court on Friday to host Freedom at 5:30 p.m., while Liberty travels to Deer Valley at 7 p.m. To view a video and a slideshow, visit www.thepress. net/multimedia

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BRENTWOOD Jan. 6, 1:22 a.m. Authorities received a report of a man on Homecoming Way who violated a restraining order. The reporting person said the man was leaving the scene in a white Toyota Sienna. Jan. 6, 8:57 a.m. A man wearing a black shirt and grey hat took a lottery ticket and cigarettes from a store on Lone Tree Way. He was last seen walking toward WinCo. Jan. 6, 11:30 a.m. A major injury accident occurred on Third Street when a vehicle drove

into a house. The reporting person said medical attention was required. Jan. 6, 12:39 p.m. A person called to report a generator was taken the previous night from a property on Empire Avenue. Jan. 6, 1:11 p.m. A woman called to report her ex violated a restraining order she had against him. She said she was walking near Sand Creek Road and Shady Willow Lane, and he was following her on foot. Jan. 6, 4:25 p.m. A woman called from Winesap Drive to report fraud. She said her purse was stolen in Pittsburg in July and that someone was now passing checks in her name. She said she had filed a police report when her purse was stolen. Jan. 6, 4:46 p.m. A person called to report that while he was playing basketball with friends on Birch Street, a group of older teenage boys approached them and said their stuff was about to be taken. The group of teens then took several items sitting on the ground and left. Jan. 6, 10:06 p.m. A person found a cashier’s check in front of Home Depot and turned it into the Brentwood Police Department. Jan. 6, 11:16 p.m. An accident with unknown injuries was reported near Garin Parkway and Chestnut Street. Jan. 7, 12:13 a.m. A person called from Shady Willow Lane to report a car had its window broken and its alarm going off. Jan. 7, 7:31 a.m. Petty theft was reported on Lone Tree Way. Jan. 7, 8:56 a.m. A verbal dispute between family members was reported on Lone Tree Way.

www.facebook.com/thepress.net Jan. 7, 9:40 a.m. A work truck parked on Oak Street was broken into during the night. A tool bag was taken and the vehicle ransacked. Jan. 7, 9:54 a.m. A physical fight between six subjects was reported on Ghiggeri Drive. Jan. 7, 10:09 a.m. Authorities received a report of petty theft when a grey bike with two large wire baskets on the back was taken from a location on Balfour Road. Jan. 7, 11:32 a.m. Property was found at the Brentwood Police Department as a result of police-initiated activity. Jan. 7, 2:09 p.m. A grab-and-run was reported on Sand Creek Road. The subjects left in a vehicle toward Shady Willow Lane. Jan. 7, 9:55 p.m. An adult male was arrested on Walnut Boulevard for exposing his bare bottom. Jan. 7, 11:55 p.m. A strong-arm robbery, without weapons, was reported on Brentwood Boulevard. Jan. 8, 8:58 a.m. A woman called from Roosevelt Drive to report her husband found mail on Armstrong Road. Jan. 8, 11:27 a.m. A person called to report their car had been shot with a BB gun the day before, between 11:45 a.m. and 7:30 p.m., while parked on Sand Creek Road. Jan. 8, 11:48 a.m. Authorities received a report that a man in a black hoodie and leather jacket, who appeared homeless, had taken items from a store on Lone Tree Way. The reporting person said his girlfriend was still in the store. Jan. 8, 1:08 p.m. A black briefcase was found on Oak Street near some garbage cans.

Jan. 8, 1:47 p.m. A person called from Doral Court to report they found the contents of a wallet inside their mailbox. Jan. 8, unknown time Authorities received a report of a man walking near the intersection of St. Andrews and Torrey Pines drives with his pants down, carrying a jug of milk. Jan. 8, 4:23 p.m. A person called to report someone had broken into their truck last night and messed with the ignition. Nothing had been taken from the truck, which was parked on Crystal Garden Court. Jan. 8, 9:16 p.m. A hit-and-run with no injuries was reported on Guthrie Lane.

BYRON Dec. 3 A warrant arrest was made near Byron Highway and Taylor Lane. Dec. 4 Suspicious circumstances were reported on the 2900 block of Taylor Lane. Dec. 19 Vehicles were towed from the 2800 block of Camino Diablo Road and the 1000 block of Hoffman Lane. Dec. 20 A noncriminal death was reported on the 5300 block of Byron Hot Springs Road. Dec. 20 Hospitalization of a mentally ill individual was reported on the 3900 block of Holway Drive. Dec. 23 Assault with a deadly weapon was reported on the 2500 block of Hoffman Lane. Dec. 24 Felony battery was reported near Camino Diablo and Vasco roads. Dec. 30 Auto burglary was reported on the 2600 block of Bixler Road. Dec. 31 A warrant arrest was made near Byron Highway and Marsh Creek Road.

LEGAL NOTICES

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000111 The name of the business: C&T Financial Located at: 1001 Fitzuren Rd In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner: 1. Andrea Collins 2. Raushanah Turner. This business is conducted by: Co-Partners. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Raushanah Turner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 7, 2020 by Deputy A Vasquez Expires January 7, 2025 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 81574 Publish dates: January 17, 24, 31, February 7, 2020.

in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor (s): Mark S. Graham and Donna M. Graham, husband and wife Recorded: 3/21/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0085088-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 1/27/2020 at 1:30PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $629,217.41 The purported property address is: 5169 MATHEWSON COURT, ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 075-570-026-7 Legal Description: Please be advised that the legal description set forth on the Deed of Trust is in error. The legal description of the property secured by the Deed of Trust is more properly set forth and made part of Exhibit “A” as attached hereto. Lot 400, as shown on the Map of Subdivision 8319, filed June 11, 2001, in Book 431 of Maps, Pages 1-6, Contra Costa County Records. Excepting therefrom, an undivided one-half interest in and to all oil, gas, casinghead gasoline and other hydrocarbons and other mineral substances below a point of five hundred feet below the surface of said land, together with the right to take, remove, mine and dispose of all of said oil, gas, casinghead gasoline and other hydrocarbons and other mineral substances but without any right whatsoever to enter upon the surface of said land within five hundred feet thereof, as

reserved in the deed from Chris Hansen Jr., et al, recorded March 15, 1965, Book 4823, Page 514, Official Records. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http:// www.qualityloan.com, using the file

number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-19-865145-BF. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-19-865145-BF IDSPub #0159342 1/3/2020 1/10/2020 1/17/2020 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 81484 Publish Dates: January 3, 10, 17, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000016 The name of the business(es): The Optimal Health Coaching System Located at: 2313 Newport Dr In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): The OHC System Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Kathleen A. Rosen, CFO/ Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 2, 2020 by Deputy J Graff Expires 1/2/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81551 Publish dates: January 17, 24, 31, February 7, 2020.

following owner: Ned Bogie. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/9/2020. Signature of registrant: Ned Bogie. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 9, 2020 by Deputy L Spence Expires 1/9/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81597 Publish dates: January 17, 24, 31, February 7, 2020.

dent. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 11, 2019 by Deputy H Franklin Expires 12/11/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81475 Publish dates: December 27, 2019, January 3, 10, 17, 2020.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-19-865145-BF Order No.: DS7300-19004704 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/13/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000081 The name of the business: Carrasco Flooring Located at: 636 Southwood Dr In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Jose Luis Carrasco Martinez. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/6/2020. Signature of registrant: Jose Luis Carrasco Martinez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 6, 2020 by Deputy H Franklin Expires 1/6/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81594 Publish dates: January 17, 24, 31, February 7, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000153 The name of the business: NED W. BOGIE CLU Located at: 771 Black Diamond St. # 134 In: Pittsburg, CA, 94565, is hereby registered by the

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007569-00 The name of the business: Taqueria El Tarasco Located at: 41 Sand Creek Rd. Ste C In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Joel Vega Martinez. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Joel Vega. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 16, 2019 by Deputy A Gnecco Expires 12/16/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81498 Publish dates: January 3, 10, 17, 24, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007396-00 The name of the business: Exquisite Creations Located at: 1313 Horne Ct. In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Sol Levy. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Sol Levy. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 6, 2019 by Deputy FICTITIOUS BUSINESS L Spence Expires 12/6/2024 Brentwood NAME STATEMENT Press No. 02-1273 81504 Publish dates: File No. F-0007619 The name of the January 3, 10, 17, 24, 2020. business: Peggy L. Berumen, Certified Shorthand Reporter Located at: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 1257 Sea Breeze Court In: Brentwood, NAME STATEMENT CA 94513, is hereby registered by the File No. F-0007489-00 The name of following owner: Peggy Lucy Beruthe business: MMW Real Estate & men. This business is conducted by: An Marketing Services Inc Located at: Individual. The registrant commenced 2055 Sierra Road Apt 15 In: Concord, CA to transact business under the fictitious 94518, is hereby registered by the fol- business name or names listed above on lowing owner(s): MMW Real Estate & 12/17/19. Signature of registrant: Peggy Marketing Services Inc. This business is L. Berumen. This statement was filed conducted by: A Corporation. The reg- with the County Clerk of Contra Costa istrant commenced to transact business County on: December 17, 2019 by Deputy under the fictitious business name or L Spence Expires 12/17/2024 Brentwood names listed above on 12/9/19. Signa- Press No. 02-1273 81534 Publish dates: ture of registrant: Mari M. Wines, Presi- January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2020.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007640-00 The name of the business: All Day Trucking Inc Located at: 28 Tradition Way In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: All Day Trucking Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 12/18/2019. Signature of registrant: Satber Singh. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 18, 2019 by Deputy L Fallas Expires 12/18/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81482 Publish dates: December 27, 2019, January 3, 10, 17, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007793 The name of the business: Chalk Cattle Company Located at: 1060 Amanda Circle In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Benjamin C. Chalk. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Benjamin C. Chalk. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 30, 2019 by Deputy L Spence Expires 12/30/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81543 Publish dates: January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2020.

TION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 2/11/2020 at 9:00 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 3/2/2018, as Instrument No. 2018-0032649-00, in Book , Page , , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: SHERMAN HUNTER AND JEAN BURNS, HUSBAND AND WIFE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: At the Auction.com Room, Pleasant Hill Community Center, 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1560 NASSAU LN BRENTWOOD, CALIFORNIA 94513-4114 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $598,810.63 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (800) 280-2832 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.AUCTION.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 086235-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (800) 2802832 CLEAR RECON CORP 4375 Jutland Drive San Diego, California 92117 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81548 Publish Dates: January 17, 24, 31, 2020.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Aaron Blackston Lamb Jr. SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Aaron Blackston Lamb Jr. CASE NUMBER: N20-0014 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Aaron Blackston Lamb Jr. filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Aaron Blackston Lamb Jr. to Proposed Name: Aaron Blackstone Carpoff. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 3/2/2020 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 30 Room: 212 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press Date: 1/6/2020 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81546 Publish Dates: January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007454 The name of the business: Beechnut Bookkeeping Located at: 4317 Beechnut Lane In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Michiele Rebecca Roderick. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Michiele Rebecca Roderick. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 10, 2019 by L Spence Expires 12/10/2024 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 81499 Publish dates: January 3, 10, 17, 24, 2020.

title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-758-8052 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site www.homesearch.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 00000008606154. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: XOME 800-758-8052 www.homesearch.com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER and WEISS, LLP as Trustee 3990 E. Concours Street, Suite 350 Ontario, CA 91764 (866) 795-1852 Dated: 01/09/2020 BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER and WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. A-4715097 01/17/2020, 01/24/2020, 01/31/2020 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 81572 Publish Dates: January 17, 24, 31, 2020.

Mendiola, et al, recorded April 8, 1976 in Book 7817, Page 156, Official Records. Parcel Two: An easement (not to be exclusive) as an appurtenance to Parcel One above for use as a roadway for vehicles, of all kinds, pedestrians and animals, and as a right of way for water, gas, oil and sewer pipe lines, and for television, telephone, electric lights and power lines, together with the necessary poles or conduits to carry said lines over that portion of Lots 1, 2, 3 and 5 of Subdivision 7064, shown as “Cabernet Court”. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http:// www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-19-864351-BF. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-9390772 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan. com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-19-864351-BF IDSPub #0159384 1/3/2020 1/10/2020 1/17/2020 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 81490 Publish Dates: January 3, 10, 17, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007695 The name of the business: Discovery Bay Marina Located at: 5901 Marina Rd In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner: Polar Express Marine LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Joseph Eldam, Manager / Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 23, 2019 by Deputy P Cornelius Expires 12/23/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81542 Publish dates: January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007714 The name of the business: STRENGTH AND DIGNITY BODYWORK Located at: 215 G. St. In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner: Amy Spangler. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on November 19, 2018. Signature of registrant: Amy E. Spangler. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 23, 2019 by Deputy J Graff Expires 12/23/2024, Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81541 Publish dates: January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007748 The name of the business: Wordplay Located at: 8660 Brentwood Blvd Suite C In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Speech Jungle LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NA. Signature of registrant: Jason Reedy - Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 27, 2019 by Deputy J Graff Expires 12/27/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81500 Publish dates: January 3, 10, 17, 24, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007758-00 The name of the business: Pacific Landscape Service Located at: 180 Sycamore Ave Apt 142 In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Getzemani Zavala-Garcia. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10/4/19. Signature of registrant: Getzemani ZavalaGarcia. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 27, 2019 by Deputy C Preston Expires 12/27/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81496 Publish dates: January 3, 10, 17, 24, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007784-00 The name of the business: Seven Hills Limousine Service Located at: 1204 Club Drive In: Richmond, CA 94803, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Verna Clark. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 12/15/19. Signature of registrant: Verna Clark. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 30, 2019 by Deputy C Dias Expires 12/30/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81595 Publish dates: January 17, 24, 31, February 7, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007824 The name of the business: V. DEVELOPMENT, INC. dba: CAPITAL BUILDERS Located at: 550 Harvest Park Drive Ste. A In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: V DEVELOPMENT, INC. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/8/1991. Signature of registrant: Manuel S. Vierra President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 31, 2019 by Deputy A Manipon Expires 12/31/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81596 Publish dates: January 17, 24, 31, February 7, 2020. NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: TINA THUY DUONG HA, deceased CASE NUMBER 20PRO00031 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: TINA THUY DUONG HA, deceased. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: QUYNH GIAO MAI and HUYNH DUC MAI in the Superior Court of California, County of: SAN MATEO. The Petition for Probate requests that: QUYNH GIAO MAI and HUYNH DUC MAI be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: a. Date: FEBRUARY 10, 2020 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: 28. b. Address of court: 400 COUNTY CENTER, REDWOOD CITY, CA 94063. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: VICTORIA LI, ESQ - 2845 Moorpark Ave., Suite 110, San Jose, CA 95128 Phone: 408-260-8288 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81592 Publish Dates: January 17, 24, 31, 2020. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 086235-CA APN: 019-760-021 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 2/28/2018. UNLESS YOU TAKE AC-

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Hallie N. Zimmerman, Esq. 247407 - Alvis Quashnock And Associates A PC SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Guardianship of Jayden Griggs, Kailey Betherum, Maleah Betherum CASE NUMBER: N19-2469 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner TERI MORAN AND MARK MORAN filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Jayden Nathaniel Griggs b. Kailey Renae Bethurum aka Betherum c. Maleah Nicole Bethurum aka Betherum to Proposed Name: a. JAYDEN ANTHONY MORAN b. KAILEY MICHELLE MORAN c. MIA ROSE MORAN. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 2/24/2020 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press Date:12/20/19 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81599 Publish Dates: January 17, 24, 31, February 7, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000002-00 The name of the business: 1. Equilytics 2. Morgan Legal Services Located at: 3775 Main Street, Suite D In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Susan A. Morgan. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 12/26/2019. Signature of registrant: Susan A. Morgan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 2, 2020 by Deputy R Rantals Expires 1/2/2025 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 81598 Publish dates: January 17, 24, 31, February 7, 2020.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 00000008606154 Title Order No.: DS7300-19005391 FHA/VA/PMI No.: 17699158 ATTENTION RECORDER: THE FOLLOWING REFERENCE TO AN ATTACHED SUMMARY APPLIES ONLY TO COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR, NOT TO THIS RECORDED ORIGINAL NOTICE. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/29/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER and WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 04/13/2004 as Instrument No. 2004-0128735-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: NICKI CANNON , AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 02/12/2020 TIME OF SALE: 9:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PITTSBURG CIVIC CENTER NEAR THE GRASS LOCATED AT 65 CIVIC AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA 94565. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1608 WILDCAT WAY, OAKLEY, CALIFORNIA 94561 APN#: 035453-028-9 Lot 70 of Subdivision 6055, filed September 16, 1981, in Book 257 of Maps, at Page 38, Official Records of Contra Costa County. Excepting from Lot 70 an undivided 1/2 interest in all oil, gas, casinghead gasoline and other hydrocarbon and mineral substances below a point 500 feet below the surface of said land, together with the right to take, remove, mine, pass through and dispose of all said oil, gas, casinghead gasoline and other hydrocarbon and mineral substances, but without any right whatsoever to enter upon the surface of said land or any part of said land within 500 feet thereof, as reserved in the deed from Edward Joseph Duarte and Mary Magdalen Duarte, recorded August 12, 1968, in Book 5686, Page 511, Official Records, Instrument No. 58861. APN: 035-453-028-9 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $208,369.32. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-19-864351-BF Order No.: DS7300-19004529 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/24/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor (s): Michael O Romano, an unmarried man Recorded: 4/3/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0101411-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 1/27/2020 at 1:30PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $337,368.87 The purported property address is: 945 CABERNET CT, OAKLEY, CA 94561-2300 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 035-430-041-0 Legal Description: Please be advised that the legal description set forth on the Deed of Trust is in error. The legal description of the property secured by the Deed of Trust is more properly set forth and made part of Exhibit “A” as attached hereto. Parcel One: Lot 4, as shown on the Map of Subdivision 7064, filed July 2, 1990 in Book 349 of Maps, Page 15, Contra Costa County Records. Excepting therefrom: “All oil, gas, casinghead gasoline and other hydrocarbon and mineral substances below a point 500 feet below the surface of said land, together with the right to take, remove, mine, pass through and dispose of all said oil, gas, casinghead gasoline and other hydrocarbon and mineral substances, but without any right whatsoever to enter upon the surface of said land or upon any part of said land”, as reserved in the Deed from Dante J. Massoni, et ux, to Henry

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR SECURITY GUARD SERVICES PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the City of Brentwood (“City”) that proposals will be received no later than Thursday, January 30, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. City invites qualified and experienced security firms for unarmed, uniformed security guard services at the Brentwood City Hall complex, Brentwood Skate Park, and other Brentwood City properties. To obtain an electronic copy of the RFP (via email) at no charge, a “Document Request”, should be emailed to therbert@brentwoodca.gov Please note: Entities must obtain the document directly from the City in order for a proposal to be considered valid. City of Brentwood /s/ Margaret Wimberly, MMC, City Clerk; Dated: January 14, 2020 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81602 Publish Dates: January 17, 2020.

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“There are a lot of unknowns in this, but what often happens is the buyer buys it with conditions of what they want to do, and then the buyer gets approval from the city to do it,” Grindall said. “The city can play a role in guiding that process. There are a lot of what-ifs, but that is what I would like to see happen: have the city kind of shepherd this project.” Just a handful of the potential future use ideas floated during the meeting include wildlife habitat without public access; a native vegetation park with trails; organic agriculture vineyards or orchards; water storage; parks and playgrounds; and the sale of the property to adjacent landowners to extend their backyards. Large-lot residential development on the land was also thrown into the mix, but was quickly shot down by attendees — a message Grindall said he fully absorbed. Other ideas were bandied about for the property’s clubhouse, including a restaurant, event center, church and private school. “We have to keep control of our neighborhood — over our area — in such a way that we find a balance between the developers that have the money, the city and people like us who want to protect our investment,” said resident Victor Palombi. Despite overt indications that the property is not likely to reopen as a golf course, several residents aren’t ready to let it go. Resident Gary Thomas questioned why more wasn’t done to keep the facility open. “Why hasn’t an organization like the Northern California Golf Association been brought in to help us save this golf course?” he asked. “Why didn’t we contact the East Bay Municipal Utility District, who leases their property to the East Bay Regional Park District for Redwood Canyon Public Golf Course in Castro Valley that has been in business since the mid-’60s? Why aren’t we taking examples

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the portfolio includes the Delta tunnel because the tunnel does not increase water resiliency for the state,” said Barbara Barrigan-Parrilla, executive director of Restore the Delta, a Stockton-based environmental advocacy organization. “It will perpetuate dependence on the Delta instead, and create a water market for water transfers that will make the special interests that control special water districts even richer. We wanted to see a portfolio without a tunnel at least analyzed against a portfolio with a tunnel. Without that, the question will never be settled fully. We also believe that California will struggle in perpetuity with these issues until we bring water demand into balance with supply.” While Newsom’s predecessor, Gov. Jerry Brown, was a staunch advocate for the twin-tunnel plan known as WaterFix, Newsom’s enthusiasm for the highly-contested project never appeared more than lukewarm. In his State of the State address in February 2019, he first floated the single-tunnel concept. The following April, permit requests necessary for the construction of the WaterFix tunnels were with-

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from our neighbors to keep our community the way it is?” Fellow resident Dennis Skuza said he’d be willing to provide monthly payments for the course to stay open. “I would like the city to do a survey to see what percentage of people in Deer Ridge would like to keep it a golf course,” he said. “If the majority of people want to keep it a golf course, then the problem becomes one of funding.” Attendee Rose Nemet suggested vineyards on the course property, but noted any associated increases in fire-related homeowners insurance should first be explored. Resident Rod Flohr latched onto the idea that the clubhouse could complement conversion of the property into a regional park. “If the park district was going to be considering the property, I think we should keep the clubhouse as a parking lot with the rest of the property,” he said. “They would need to be able to charge for parking, which is one way they make revenue.” Other attendees offered up other suggestions, including a water park; tennis courts; zip-line excursions; and the opportunity for people to roll down a fairway inside an air-filled plastic ball. Grindall said the flood of input was valuable. “I am going to process this information and think it through,” he said. “The next step would be for city staff to start discussing this with SunCoast to see whether there is potential for us to find a buyer for the site that can do something positive for the community.” No timetable for the next steps was provided, but Grindall hinted that additional public meetings will be held. Grindall also noted SunCoast has reopened the nearby Shadow Lakes Golf Club driving range, is working on reopening that course’s event center and is exploring the feasibility of reopening the course.

City officials are also continuing work to address any lingering code-enforcement concerns that have arisen in the wake of the Deer Ridge closure, Grindall said. “They have received a number of citations from us, and they will continue to receive them,” he said.

SunCoast officials did not return requests for comment as of press time. Residents are encouraged to contact the city with any new ideas for the Deer Ridge property. To provide input, visit www.bit.ly/30o3XUb. To view a slideshow, visit www.thepress. net/multimedia/slideshows

drawn at Newsom’s direction, and plans for the single tunnel began to take shape. The U.S. Geological Survey predicts a 66% probability of a major earthquake in Northern California in the next 30 years, the report argues. Such a quake could damage the current system of canals and levees that convey water from the Delta to Southern California, and disrupt water delivery for up to half the state’s population. The Newsom administration contends a tunnel will safeguard the water supply against seismic activity, as well as the threat of saltwater intrusion into the Delta. “This draft portfolio has been shaped to provide tools to local and regional entities to continue building resilience, and to encourage collaboration within and across regions,” Natural Resources Secretary Wade Crowfoot said. “At the same time, state government needs to invest in projects of statewide scale and importance, and tackle challenges beyond the scope of any region. Taken together, the proposed actions aim to improve our capacity to prepare for disruptions, withstand and recover from shocks, and adapt from these experiences.”

Sierra Club California sent an eightpage letter to Nancy Vogel, director of the Governor’s Water Portfolio Program, in which they stated the draft needs “much work,” and provided a number of recommendations for improvement. “Overall, the draft report suffers from an unprioritized list of actions and paradoxical inclusion of projects that would be unnecessary if the state truly encourages regions to be self-sufficient and less dependent on water from other areas of the state,” wrote Sierra Club California Director Kathryn Phillips and Policy Advocate Brandon Dawson in the club’s Jan. 13 letter to Vogel. “Unfortunately, it is ultimately a restatement of water policy pursued by previous administrations, depending heavily on a few large scale and outdated water fixes that distract from the need to rapidly shift the system to accommodate known climate change impacts.” Deirdre Des Jardins, principal of California Water Research, was critical of the portfolio in her Jan. 13 blog post, stating it lacked clear goals and objectives. Des Jardins said measurable targets for investment must be developed for the portfolio

to meet its goals. “Some of the projects are good ideas, but there was no information about the priority of the projects nor the timeline,” said Karen Mann, president of Save the California Delta Alliance. “It was great to see the recycling of storm water and study of desalination as part of this portfolio. Residents of Discovery Bay will be pleased that the 2019 legislation requires the Water Board to establish and maintain programs to reduce and/or eliminate toxic algae in our waterways.” The draft water resilience portfolio can be found at www.bit.ly/thepress_ waterportfolio. Members of the public can submit written feedback on the draft portfolio through Feb. 7 via email to input@waterresilience.ca.gov. A final version of the portfolio is expected soon after the close of the comment period. For more information on the water resilience portfolio and other water-related issues, please visit: www.waterresilience. ca.gov, www.restorethedelta.org, www. nodeltatunnels.com, www.delta.ca.gov, www.cah2oresearch.com, www.water. ca.gov and www.sierraclub.org/california.

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Brentwood resident Nigel Jesson stopped with the Brentwood Press at Heathrow Airport in London. He enjoyed a recent trip across the pond to visit family in East Midlands, England, and spent a week celebrating the birthdays of his brother, daughter and granddaughter. Thanks for taking us along on your grand celebration!

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Saturday, Jan. 18 East County Women’s March

The League of Women Voters invite one and all to the East County Women’s March at 9:30 a.m. at Deer Valley High School, 4700 Lone Tree Way, in Antioch. This march celebrates the 19th Amendment and women’s right to vote. For more information, contact logorchock@ci.antioch.ca.us or 925-628-7764.

Wednesday, Jan. 22 Cub Scout Fundraiser

MOD Pizza is hosting a fundraiser for local Cub Scouts from 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. at 5411 Lone Tree Way, Suite 100, in Brentwood. Come support the Cub Scouts and eat some delicious pizza.

Saturday, Jan. 25 State of the Town Gala

The Discovery Bay Chamber of Commerce will host its State of the Town Gala from 6-11 p.m. at the Discovery Bay Country Club, 1475 Clubhouse Drive, in Discovery Bay. For tickets or more information, visit www.bit.ly/ dbsotgala or call 925-240-4144.

Marine Corps League Crab Feed

The Marine Corps League Delta Diablo detachment will host its 2020 crab feed from 5-10 p.m. at the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Hall, 757 First St., in Brentwood. Tickets cost $55 and include appetizers, dinner and dessert. For more information, or to purchase tickets, call 925-338-1775 or visit www.bit.ly/mclcrabfeed.

Marsh Creek Dems Host Fire Chief

The Marsh Creek Democratic Club will host Fire Chief Brian Helmick of the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District from 2-4 p.m. at Mountain Mike’s Pizza, 1185 Second St., in downtown Brentwood. Chief Helmick will give an update on the local fire resources and answer questions. For more information, visit www.marshcreekdems.org.

Oakley Delta Lions Spaghetti Feed

The Oakley Lions will host a fundraiser spaghetti feed from 5-7 p.m. at the Oakley Senior Center, 215 Second Street in Oakley. Adults cost $8; children ages 6-12 cost $4; and 5 and under are free. Price includes spaghetti, sauce, bread, and salad. Water and soda are available for purchase for $1. For more information, email fritoroy@yahoo.com or call 925-813-9071.

Tuesday, Jan. 28 Heritage Foundation Dinner Fundraiser

The Contra Costa County Fair Heritage Foundation Annual Dinner will take place from 6-10 p.m. at 1201 W. 10th St. in Antioch. Tickets cost $50 and include dinner, appetizers, beer and wine. For more information, email info@ccheritage.net or visit www.ccheritage.net.

Genealogy Class

The Liberty Adult Education Center will offer a class on beginning genealogy Tuesdays from Jan. 28 to Feb. 25 in Brentwood. This class will help you learn how to preserve your family tree and discover more about your heritage. For registration or more information, contact Liberty Adult Education at 925-634-2565.

Discovery Bay Chamber Mixer

The Discovery Bay Chamber of Commerce will host an after-hours business mixer from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at The Press office, 248 Oak

St., in Brentwood. For more information, email chamber@discoverybaychamber. org, call 925-240-4144 or visit www.bit.ly/ dbpressmixer.

Saturday, Feb. 1 Friends of the Library Book Sale

The Friends of the Library will hold their winter book sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Brentwood Library Community Room, 104 Oak St., in Brentwood. Come pick up great deals on books and other items, including some special deals for Presidents’ Day. For more information, call 925-516-5290.

Thursday, Feb. 6 H’Arts and Wine at the Gallery

Come support the Brentwood Community Chorus at its annual wine tasting event at the Delta Gallery of the Arts, 2485 Sand Creek Road, suite 128, in Brentwood, from 6 to 8 p.m. Tickets cost $25, include a souvenir glass, unlimited tasting and light appetizers and are available at www.brownpapertickets. com/ref/4016041/event/4499462.

Saturday, Feb. 8 Boots and Bling

The second annual “Boots and Bling, it’s a Cowboy Thing!” dinner and auction will take place from 4-9 p.m. at Cedar Creek Stables, 1095 Eden Plains Road, Brentwood. This fundraiser supports Hold Your Horses, a nonprofit that cares for livestock affected by recent California Wildfires. Tickets cost $35. For more information, contact nkoster2016@ gmail.com or 925-334-8672, or visit www.bit. ly/boots-and-bling.

Monday, Feb. 10 Walnut Creek Garden Club

The Walnut Creek Garden Club will host its monthly meeting at 10 a.m. at the Gardens at Heather Farm, 1450 Marchbanks Drive, in Walnut Creek. This month’s meeting will include a presentation by the Walnut Creek Historical Society. For more information, email caacat@comcast.net, or call 925-934-9015.

Wednesday, Feb. 12 “Share the Love” Bunco

The Soroptimist International of the Delta club invites one and all to its “Share the Love” bunco game night from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Delta Gallery of the Arts, 2485 Sand Creek Road, Suite 128. The evening’s proceeds will go into community education programs, as well as a cash donation to the nonprofit that sells the most tickets to the event. Tickets cost $25 and include food. There will be a no-host bar, raffle baskets and plenty of fun. For more information, contact siofthedelta@ yahoo.com or 925-234-8318.

Friday, Feb. 14 The Love Games 2020

The California Theatre presents a fun, engaging way to celebrate Valentine’s Day through games, music, dance and more. To participate in on-stage games, email LoveGames2020Pittsburg@gmail. com. The show will run from 8-9:30 p.m. at 351 Railroad Ave. in Pittsburg, and tickets cost $25 to $40. For more information, contact info@pittsburgcaliforniatheatre. com or 925-427-1611 or visit www. pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com/ upcoming-events.

Saturday, Feb. 15 Knights of Columbus Crab Feed

The Knights of Columbus invite one and all to their second annual crab feed from 6 to 11 p.m. at the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Hall, 757 First St., in Brentwood. The evening

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Friday, Feb. 21 L4 Reds Crab Feed

The L4 Reds 12U baseball team is hosting a crab feed at 5 p.m. at Brentwood Veterans Memorial Hall, 757 First St., in Brentwood, to raise money for their trip to the Cooperstown Baseball Tournament in New York. Tickets cost $60 and include crab, pasta, salad and bread. There will be music, a cash-bar, raffles and an auction. For more information, email L4redscrabfeed@gmail.com.

The Little Mermaid

Heritage High School’s Rising Stars present Disney’s The Little Mermaid, at Heritage High School, 101 American Ave., Brentwood. Shows run Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from Feb 21 to March 7. For tickets and more information, visit www.hhsrisingstars.com.

Saturday, Feb. 22 CSBA Crab Feed

The California Striped Bass Association (CSBA) will host its annual crab feed at 6 p.m. at the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building, 757 First St. in Brentwood. Tickets cost $50 and are limited, so purchase soon. Proceeds go toward funding the 2020 Kids Free Fishing Derby. For more information, call 925-634-6356 or visit www. csbawestdeltachapter.org.

Heart to Heart Gala

An Elderly Wish Foundation will host its annual fundraiser, “Puttin’ on the Wish,” from 5:30-10:30 p.m. at the Lone Tree Golf and Event Center, 4800 Golf Club Road, in Antioch. Tickets cost $75. This fun and elegant evening will include dinner, no-host cocktails, live and silent auctions and a wish angel. Black and white attire is strongly encouraged. For more information, call Mary Chapman at 925-9781883 or visit www.elderlywish.org.

Moms in Prayer

Moms in Prayer (MIP) International invites all women to their free event from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Morello Hills Christian Church, 1000 Morello Hills Drive, Martinez. This annual prayer gathering will focus on praying for kids and schools with a full schedule, including group sessions. For more information, visit www.tinyurl.com/ prayer2-22-20 or www.momsinprayer.org.

Ongoing Events

Widow and Widower Grief Support Group

The widow and widower grief support group meets Thursdays at 5 p.m. at the Immaculate Heart of Mary library at 500 Fairview Ave. in Brentwood. If your spouse has died and you are finding it hard to cope, come learn how to find a new normal. For more information, contact 925-513-3412 or 925-240-1706.

ECCHS Breakers

The East Contra Costa Historical Society Breakers seek members to tinker on old machinery, help plan and design museum exhibits and do general maintenance on the grounds and buildings of the 19th century museum. Anyone can volunteer to be a “breaker” and donate their time and talent every Monday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon and first Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon at 3890 Sellers Road in Brentwood. For more information, call Dawn at 925-513-3247.

Contra Costa Senior Legal Services

Looking for legal advice? Consult an experienced attorney for free every fourth Wednesday of the month from 9 a.m. to noon at the Oakley Senior Center, 215 Second St. in Oakley. Attorneys provide short-term advice or give appropriate referrals. For more information or an appointment, call 925-625-0200.

Delta Informal Gardeners

Delta Informal Gardeners meet the fourth Monday of each month, except June, December or Monday holidays, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Brentwood United Methodist Church, 809 2nd St. in Brentwood. Come learn from great speakers. For more information, contact president Bob Selders at 925-642-0080 or r.selders@yahoo.com.

Free Medical Clinic

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Family Resource Center hosts a free medical clinic at 2210 Gladstone Drive in Pittsburg on Wednesdays from 4 to 8 p.m., and second and fourth Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Uninsured adults ages 17+ are eligible. For an appointment, call 925-439-2009 on Wednesdays between 1 and 3 p.m. For more information, visit www.svdp-cc.org/ programs-rotacare-clinic.

Oakley 4-H Club

Oakley 4-H meets on the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. The club is open to boys and girls ages 5-19 and adults. For more information and meeting location, contact Oakley@contracosta4h.org.

Square Dancing Lessons

Join the Delta Squares Club for squaredancing lessons for beginners age 8 and up. Children under 18 require adult supervision. Lessons are at 7 p.m. at the Brentwood Senior Activity Center, 193 Griffith Lane in Brentwood. For more information or to register, visit www.brentwoodca.gov or www. DeltaSquares.com.

Senior Center Flea Market

The Oakley Seniors will host a flea market at the Oakley Senior Center, 215 Second St. in Oakley, on the first Saturday of the month from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Everyone is welcome, and vendor tables are available for $10. For more information, call Tim Lear at 925-238-5356.

Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support

This group meets the second Thursday of each month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Neighborhood Church at 50 Birch St. in Brentwood. It is open to any member of the community who is caring for or knows someone caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. For more information, call 925-284-7942 or visit www.alznorcal.org.

Senior Cane Self-Defense Class

Learn how to defend yourself with your always-handy cane and improve your health and fitness. Classes are every Thursday at the Oakley Senior Center, 215 Second St. in Oakley, from 1 to 2 p.m. and cost $5 per lesson. For more information, call 925-626-7223.

Grief Support Group

This group is to provide support for adults age 18+ grieving the death of someone close to them. The group meets the second and fourth Thursday of each month from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the John Muir Urgent Care Center, 2400 Balfour Road, Suite 223. For more information, email susansh@hospiceeastbay. org, call 925-887-5678 or visit www.bit.ly/ griefsupportgroup.

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