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City council putting fire tax on ballot

by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

Sparked by the need for more fire protection resources in Brentwood, the city council will be putting a utility-users tax (UUT) on the November ballot.

“Brentwood is going to take a stand, but we are ultimately going to let our citizens decide,” said Mayor Bob Taylor.

At its peak, the proposed tax is designed to generate $6.1 million a year for the fire district to operate two additional fire stations in the city for a total of three - just short of the recommended four listed in the district’s master plan, which was released last month. The

district, which was composed of eight stations in 2008, is down to four stations that serve 105,000 residents over 249 square miles.

The city also has plans to use some of its own developer and unallocated communityfacility district fees to launch and operate the stations. The council toyed with the idea of proposing a higher UUT, which would have risen to 8.5 percent by 2020 and allowed the city to have the recommended four stations - but the council concluded that the risk of failure was too high.

“We wouldn’t want to be so foolish to put it out there and have nothing,” said City Counsee Tax page 30

Filling the boot

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Public schools in Contra Costa County and the state are one step closer to adding lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) curriculum into the classrooms.

On July 14, State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tom Torlakson, announced that the State Board of Education voted to approve the history and social sciences framework for California Public Schools, which will update and upgrade history and social-science instruction in California.

The framework adds in-

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ared Gavardo, of the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District, collects donations for the fight against muscular dystrophy, as part of the annual Fill the Boot initiative. Gavardo was collecting donations at the intersection of Balfour and Fairview avenues in Brentwood on Tuesday, July 26. The popular fundraiser began in 1954.

Donations in Contra Costa County are among the highest in the state, and the goal of the two-day event covering Contra Costa County is to raise $65,000 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

“ It will give our students access to the latest

historical research and help them learn about the diversity of our state and the contributions of people and groups who may not have received the appropriate recognition in the past.

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State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tom Torlakson formation about civic learning; financial literacy; voter education; genocide; and the contributions of LGBT Americans and people with disabilities to the history of California and the U.S.

“This is a big win for our students,” said Torlakson. “It will give our students access to the latest historical research and help them learn about the diversity of our state and the contributions of people and

groups who may not have received the appropriate recognition in the past.”

The framework provides guidance to teachers, administrators and publishers, as well as necessary curriculum changes, including references to LGBT Americans, which will be woven throughout history and social science curriculum.

According to curriculum framework prepared for the State Board of Education meeting on July 13 and 14, when second-grade students study the history of a family and work on family trees, they will see LGBT page 30

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Election races heating up in East County Brentwood Mayor Bob Taylor is set to run for his fourth term in November, while so far, four city council candidates appear set to vie for two open seats.

As of this week, Taylor is the lone candidate to file for the position so far, but the race for the two open council seats, currently held by Erick Stonebarger and Gene Clare, is shaping up to be a battle between planning commissioners John Fink and Claudette Staton, as well as residents Karen Rarey and Brian Swisher. The quartet has all pulled papers, but none have filed for the position.

Stonebarger and Clare have previously said they will not seek re-election.

Taylor, a fierce advocate for the city’s transportation needs, said several projects have been launched during his tenure, and he wants to see them completed.

Among them are the city’s new library and the Balfour Road and State Route 239 projects.

Meanwhile in Oakley, Claire Alaura, Dezi Pina, former council candidate

Michael Dupray, along with incumbents Doug Hardcastle and Kevin Romick, have taken the preliminary steps to fill three open seats currently filled by Hardcastle, Romick and Vanessa Perry.

Out in Discovery Bay, the battle for the two open seats on the Discovery Bay Community Services District (CSD) is shaping up to feature incumbent Bill Pease, former CSD Director Marianne Wiesen and resident Bill Mayer. Wiesen has pulled her papers, while Pease and Mayer have already filed for the election.

The race for Contra Costa County Supervisor District 3 will feature a two-person race between Brentwood City Councilman Steve Barr and East Bay Regional Park District Director Diane Burgis. The duo qualified

for the November election by finishing one–two in the June primary.

On the education front, in the Antioch Unified School District, three candidates so far have filed and pulled papers for one of the three seats available on the school board. They are incumbent Alonzo Tony Terry and newcomers Michael Wayne Burkholder and James Stephen Beck.

In the Brentwood Union School District, two seats are available, but so far, only incumbent Carlos Perez Sanabria has pulled and filed papers.

Two seats are also open in the Liberty Union High School District and to date, both incumbents Raymond Valverde and Yolanda C. Pena Mendrek have pulled and filed papers.

The Byron Union School District has two open seats, with Marshall Devlin Harris being the only candidate to pull and file papers so far.

Oakley Union Elementary School District has two open spots on the board, with incumbent Larry Polk and newcomer Lisa Ann Brizendine as the only two at press time to have pulled and filed papers.

Knightsen Elementary School District has three open seats. So far, none of the incumbents have filed, but newcomer Shawndell Lei McCall has pulled and filed papers.

Candidates may file for public office in the cities of Brentwood and Oakley at the city clerk’s office, while those seeking to run for a special district, school district or state or federal office may file at the county election office, in Martinez.

All candidates must file by Aug. 12, at 5 p.m., unless an incumbent does not file, in which case the filing period is extended until Aug. 17 at 5 p.m. for non-incumbents only.

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Altering perceptions, inspiring change “ My motto is work hard

by Ruth Roberts Staff Writer

The first thing to know about Brandon Gruber is he has a big heart and amazing talents.

The second thing to know about the former Brentwood resident is that, at the tender age of 20, he has done more to aid his fellow human beings than most of us will do in a lifetime. And the third thing?

He has Down syndrome.

“My motto is ‘work hard and be yourself,’” said Gruber. “I hope I am changing perceptions.”

Gruber, who attended schools in the Brentwood Union School District (BUSD) until his family moved to Santa Cruz in 2011, has made it his life’s mission to change the conversation regarding people with disabilities, and his work has not gone unnoticed. Named as one of “People” magazine’s Heroes Among Us in their annual issue, which is now on newsstands, Gruber was honored not for his disability, but for his generosity and inspiration to others.

The victim of bullying when he moved from Brentwood to attend high school in Aptos, Gruber decided he would not succumb to the experience and instead set out to persevere.

“I redefined myself,” he said.

He became a member of every club, organization and school-sanctioned event

and be yourself. I hope I am changing perceptions.

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Brandon Gruber poses with a recent issue of “People” magazine. The 20-year-old former Brentwood resident was honored as one of the publication’s Heroes Among Us. he could find. The end result was being crowned homecoming king his senior year.

“Brandon is Mr. Social Butterfly,” said longtime friend and Brentwood resident Brittany Frerking. “He cares more about people than anyone I know. I’m really proud of him.”

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Not content to rest on his personal successes, Gruber took the opportunity to include his fellow classmates.

Following graduation, he formed a nonprofit organization, 321life+1 Project, and has helped 169 (and growing) underresourced individuals to have an inclusive

and new experience. Among other ways Gruber pays it forward, is he hand paints and sells postcards to raise money for fellow classmates who might not otherwise be able to attend their high school proms.

Gruber’s other endeavors include working on a teen kitchen project, where young adults learn about and grow healthy, organic foods; and fundraising for various cancer organizations. Most recently, Gruber has come back to his hometown and sponsored students from Edna Hill Middle School on their first college visit to San Francisco State and lunch at the Presidio.

So far, Gruber has raised more than $25,000 through his 321life+1 Project. This week he bought and handed out backpacks and school supplies to students at the Village Resource Center in Brentwood.

While “People” may have singled out Gruber as a hero, to his family and friends, the designation comes as no surprise.

“Brandon has taught me that there are no limits for anyone,” said Teresa, Brandon’s mother. “He makes us smile everyday.”

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Nonviolent Communication (NVC): A powerful way to express your needs Violence has shaken our nation from coast to coast. Social media doesn’t seem to be helping either, often oversimplifying complex questions and amplifying the worst parts of our collective nature. In that spirit, I thought you might find it resourceful to learn about a powerful communication strategy called NVC. Founded by Dr. Marshall Rosenberg in the 1960s, NVC teaches a new paradigm of relating to other people – one that is not based on getting one’s way by threats, bribery or other types of manipulation.

Rosenburg emphasizes that the actions or even the words of others can trigger us emotionally, but they do not actually drive our emotions. What does? Our needs – both met and unmet.

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Police to step up enforcement of transient hotspots in Brentwood

by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

In response to an array of citizen complaints, the Brentwood Police Department plans to step up its enforcement among the city’s transient population in the coming weeks.

An undisclosed number of officers on foot, bicycles and dirt bikes will target key transient hangouts around town, but officers warn that it’s not illegal to be homeless.

“It’s not against the law to be homeless,” said Sgt. Mark Louwerens last week, during a community meeting attended by about 50 people. “It is against the law to do drugs, (and) it is against the law to steal bicycles. That is stuff we will deal with when we can.”

Although police put the homeless population at about 20, there have been 134 calls for service this year that include the word transient, said Lt. Tim Herbert. Police believe transients could in part also be behind the 18 cases of stolen bicycles this year, which, in most cases, are sold for food or drugs. There has been a rash of bike thefts near Claremont Drive and McClarren Road.

“They are doing drugs, (and) they are stealing bikes,” said one resident, who declined to give her name.

The homeless in Brentwood can be broken up into two different groups, Louwerens said. These groups include those who physically don’t have the means to survive any other way, and another group, typically 18 to 25 year olds who have been kicked out of their parent’s homes for doing drugs or otherwise not adhering to their parents’ rules. Key transient hot spots around town include Creekside, City, Summerwood and Veterans parks, as well as

“ It’s not against the law to be homeless. It is against the law to do drugs, (and) it is against the law to steal bicycles.

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Sgt. Mark Louwerens, Brentwood Police Department along Marsh Creek Trail and in the downtown area.

However, police are limited in how they can contact transients, Louwerens said. Individuals must be doing something illegal or suspicious for officers to stop them, otherwise, it would be considered a violation of their constitutional rights.

“If it’s an unlawful detention, then we can get in trouble with the courts, but also, if we search them and find a gun in their pocket (during) an unlawful detention, everything we find on them gets thrown out in court,” Louwerens said. “If let’s say a gun is found on them, and it’s a murder weapon that was used to kill someone in another city, it all gets thrown out.”

More problems arise when it comes to finding transients help.

Many refuse help, Herbert said, and for those who request assistance, the options are limited. The nearest shelter is the Richmond Rescue Mission. Transients who cannot care for themselves and are found by officers are often released after 72 hours or less. The county has assembled a team of officers that attempt to track down and

help those people, but often, the search comes up empty or the team is turned away.

“The biggest thing is that they (have) to want help,” he said.

Summerset resident Ken Harris, who attended the meeting, said he doesn’t feel transients are a big problem in the city.

“I don’t think you need to be concerned about the homeless people,” he said.

Fellow Summerset resident Robert Hansen agreed.

“These are seniors here, and a lot of times we overreact to what is going to happen,” he said.

Police officials warn residents to not approach transients and to report them to authorities if they are suspicious or engaging in illegal activity. In most cases, transients rarely become violent, but can be unpredictable when under the influence of illegal drugs, Louwerens said.

In the case of misdemeanor crimes, police caution the reporting residents to be prepared to sign a citizen’s arrest form or officers may not be able to apprehend the responsible party. Bicycle owners are urged to jot down a good description of their rides, including the serial number and any identifying characteristics in case they are stolen. If bicycles are snatched, police advise residents to report the theft.

Police have recovered close to 50 bikes this year, but only 18 have been reported missing.

“We may not be able to arrest them for stealing the bike, but if they are in possession of stolen property, we can arrest them for that,” Louwerens said.

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CAN YOU TRUST THE NEWS? We are seeing more and more reports about how great the real estate market is doing. Sales are up, prices are up, etc.

However, there is one important thing to keep in mind about these news stories that quote market data. In the vast majority of the reports, they are talking about SOLD homes and comparing it to some time period in the past. For a home to be sold, you have to figure an average of 30 to 45 days for an escrow period, plus at least a few weeks, if not a month or so, for the time on the market. And then, to add on top of that, sometimes it takes a month or two for these reports to be compiled and published.

So here is my point: When you see a report on the news talking about how great the market is, keep in mind that they are talking in reality about what happened as long as 5 to 6 months ago, but is just now filtering through the system to be reported on.

That’s why to really determine how the market is doing, you look at solds, plus the pendings, plus you have to look at what else is for sale right now. If a home sold for $600K three months ago, but there is a similar home for sale now at $575K, which number does the buyer look at? In that situation, sold prices are likely to go down because buyers have cheaper options.

On the other hand, if homes have been selling for $575K, but the cheapest home like that on the market is $600K, and the sellers drop their price, the buyers can either pay the price, or look elsewhere to find a cheaper home. In that situation, you’ll likely see higher sales prices reported a few months later.

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Representatives from Jack Stone Insurance and Shepherd’s Gate show off the recent donation to Shepherd’s Gate from the local insurance agency.

Shepherd’s Gate recently received a $5,000 donation, thanks to the Jack Stone Insurance Agency in Brentwood.

The insurance agency also earned a 2016 Safeco Insurance Make More Happen Award for its community work with Shepherd’s Gate.

The award includes a $4,000 donation to Shepherd’s Gate from Safeco Insurance.

A company agent, Jerry Stone, and Shepherd’s Gate also had a story featured on Safeco.com, which awarded the nonprofit an additional $1,000. For the organization to win the extra money, at least 50 different individuals had to leave a virtual ‘cheer’ on the Safeco.com story.

Safeco’s Make More Happen Award recognizes independent agents who demonstrate extraordinary volunteerism for a nonprofit organization. These awards focus on nonprofits in the areas of health and safety, education and civil service. Jack Stone Insurance Agency was selected for the award based on a photo and application demonstrating its commitment to Shepherd’s Gate, which serves the Brentwood community by meeting the practical, emotional and spiri-

tual needs of battered and homeless women and children.

Jack Stone Insurance has been actively supporting the organization over the past year, both financially and through volunteering. For the 2015 holiday season, Stone and his daughter organized donations, facilitated a children’s craft activity and distributed food to Shepherd’s Gate residents.

“Safeco is committed to encouraging agents to make a difference in their local communities, and through the Make More Happen program, we enable them to directly support the programs where they personally see the greatest need,” said Tamara Katz, Safeco Insurance California territory manager. “We are thrilled to see so many agents participating in this program, and we’re proud to help them support the local charities they care about most.”

Throughout 2016, Safeco will select a total of 66 independent agencies for the awards and donate up to $330,000 to the nonprofits they support. The Make More Happen awards are a part of Safeco Insurance’s Agent Giving Program.

Photos, performers needed for festival The City of Oakley is now accepting applications from those interested in performing at the Heart of Oakley Festival, on Saturday, Sept. 17.

In addition to performers, You, Me, We Oakley! also invites you to showcase your culture by participating as a cultural booth exhibitor. This entails organizing a cultural booth that represents a specific culture through art, activities, crafts and music, so that festival attendees can ‘travel

to’ and learn more about a culture different from their own. The city is also working on a historical art exhibit as part of the festival, and is asking residents to submit their photos of Oakley prior to incorporation in 1999. They ask that submissions include a brief description of the photo, including the location, year taken, names of those in the photo and the photographer’s name.

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June 10, 1995 – July 20, 2016 Our earth angel has taken flight - his battle to earn his wings came early in life.

Taylor will always and forever be in our hearts.

He was preceded in death by his Grandpa Chuck Smith. He is survived by his parents Irene Nall and Mark Nall and his brothers Chad and Ryan Nall.

Sierra is due to give birth to his niece Alaina LeeAnn Nall in October. His Grandma Doris Smith Christine Gibson and Grandparents Geraldine and Mike Nall. His Uncle Charlie Smith, Michael Nall Aunt Tina Tiffany, Debbie Brown.

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Theater in Contra Costa County is about to expand above and beyond our own community.

Broadway Repertory Theater, a new theater company rooted in Brentwood with plans to take their shows to other Bay Area theaters, announced its inaugural season, led by well-known writer, producer and director Steve Kinsella.

Brentwood’s newest theater company is looking for local actors and production crewmembers to be part of the excitement. The company will consist of child, teen and adult actors with age-appropriate casting, and everyone is invited to participate.

“It’s a very exciting time for Brentwood performers,” said Kinsella.

Kinsella co-founded the Brentwood Theater Company, where he served as the artistic director until April of this year. He has 26 years of experience writing, producing and directing theater, as well as myriad film, music videos, commercials and drama experience in the San Francisco Bay Area. Before embarking on his newest theatrical endeavor, Kinsella also served as the artistic

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On Sept. 9, the new company will kick off its inaugural season, featuring a total of six Broadway productins, premiering with “The Fantasticks,” which will run for two weeks, followed by “The Glory of Love” in October and “Christmas at The Biltmore,” an original work opening Thanksgiving weekend. Auditions for “The Fantasticks” and “Christmas at The Biltmore” are currently underway.

All performances will premier in Brentwood before they visit other Bay Area theater companies. Kinsella hopes this will not only help the Broadway Repertory Theater thrive, but also help the actors who participate in the company further their careers.

“Thinking outside the box is what contemporary theater companies must do to survive in these days of competing with hand held entertainment,” said Kinsella.

Local actors are thrilled at the prospect.

“My daughter can’t wait to be part of bigger productions,” said Clayton resident Terri Enomoto. “Steve is completely remarkable. He is a masterful teacher who brings out the best in his actors. He just has that magic.”

Brentwood resident Deborah Phalen has three chil-

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Writer, producer and director Steve Kinsella recently announced the inaugural season of Brentwood’s newest theater company, Broadway Repertory Theater, which will not only perform shows in various Brentwood theaters, but also travel to other Bay Area theaters. dren involved in theater and is also excited about the opportunity.

“Brentwood has amazing theater talent and a new theater company is a great opportunity,” said Phalen.

For more information, email Steve Kinsella at directorkinsella@gmail.com.

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Sign up for “Messiah”chorus The Brentwood Community Chorus invites you to lift your voice and spirit in song, with Handel’s beloved work “Messiah.”

The song will be rehearsed and performed with full orchestra and soloists. If you are a newcomer to this great work, the chorus guarantees it will become a favorite.

At least one other seasonal performance is planned. No experience is necessary, but singers must be able to carry a tune and the ability to read music is also desirable.

Rehearsal dates are Tuesday evenings, from Aug. 16 to Dec. 6, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., with fall break scheduled for Oct. 3 through 7, and holiday break scheduled for Nov. 21 through 25. Scheduled performances are Friday, Dec. 2, at 6:30 p.m. for the dress rehearsal at El Campanil Theater; Saturday, Dec. 3, at 6:30 p.m. for the Messiah performance at El Campanil Theater; and Sunday, Dec. 11, at 7 p.m. for the Interfaith Choral Festival in Brentwood. Times are subject to change.

Rehearsals will take place at Liberty Adult Education’s multipurpose room, 929 Second St., in Brentwood. Registration fees are $50, which covers licensed copies of all music. To register, visit libertyadulted.org/ regtest.html; for the catalog, visit https:// goo.gl/dACZdl. Please register as soon as possible, so the correct quantities of music can be ordered.

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t’s no surprise that California tops the list when it comes to produce grown in the U.S.

According to the 2015 Annual Crop Report from the Contra Costa County Department of Agriculture, overall agriculture crop production value in Contra Costa County was up more than 7 percent from last year, which translates into a bounty of healthy, fresh produce right in our own backyards. So, if you want to eat healthy, you need look no further than the farmers markets, farm stands and farm-to-table offerings nestled within our own communities.

With hectic weekends, sometimes it can be difficult to squeeze the farmers market into an already busy schedule.

The best thing about the return of the Discovery Bay Farmers Market this year is that it takes place in the evening, from 4 to 8 p.m., on Thursdays, at the Discovery Bay Shopping Center.

“I love that this is on a Thursday night, so I can get what I need before the weekend and camping trips,” said Discovery Bay resident Bobbi Greene. “This year’s market is bigger and has a lot of options.”

Aside from the more than 20 produce vendors and abundance of healthy items,

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Aside from the numerous U-pick farms, fruit and produce stands and farm-to-table offerings, local farmers markets also offer locally produced olive oils and organic honey. such as granola, nuts, oils and honey, this local market is also a great spot to enjoy a summer night, as the community gathers

to enjoy live music and activities for kids.

The Discovery Bay Farmers Market is located at 1555 Riverlake Road in Discovery

Bay. For more information, visit www. dbcf.info/farmers.html or www.facebook. com/dbfarmersmarket.

If weekends are better for you, Brentwood’s Farmers Market is a Saturday event.

Held weekly from 8 a.m. to noon in downtown Brentwood (649 First St.), the market fills the streets with live music, as residents shop for seasonal fruits, veggies and local goods, such as fresh eggs, organic honey and artisan cheeses. This market not only features local farms like Smith Family Farm in Knightsen, but also specialty farms and vendors, including Tres Bien Creamery from Willits and Kai Fresh Asian Produce from Fresno.

“I prefer to buy my produce from the farmers market, because it is much fresher than grocery-store produce,” said Brentwood resident Lisa Richmond. “Plus, you can ask whether the produce was grown using pesticides or not and get great tips on how to cook it.”

For more information about the Brentwood Farmers’ Market, call 925-8259090 or visit www.pcfma.org or www. facebook.com/brentwoodfarmersmarket.

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“I really enjoy the friendly staff, large selection of tasty fruit and how accessible it is,” said Richmond.

The Farmer’s Daughter is open daily during farm season, from June 1 through mid-August, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., and on weekends from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. The farm grows apricots, peaches, nectarines, apples, plums and pluots for u-pick and offers a variety of fresh, daily picked produce at their farm stand, including Brentwood super sweet white corn, ripe tomatoes, melons, fresh baked pies, honey and cold refreshments. The stand is located at 50 Walnut Blvd., in Brentwood.

For more information, call 925-634-4827, or visit http://goo.gl/aaE5ym.

Another local farm that grows more than just produce is First Generation Farmers (FGF).

FGF is a nonprofit, community and teaching farm that works to grow a new generation of farmers. FGF makes fresh produce affordable for everyone, with an unmanned farm stand that is open from dusk to dawn, with a ‘take what you need and donate what you can’ model.

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First Generation Farmers is located at 1230 Delta Road, in Knightsen. For more information, call 925-625-8245 or visit www.firstgenerationfarmers.org or www. facebook.com/1stgenerationfarmers.

Tess’ Community Farm Kitchen combines a farmer’s market with a community kitchen, featuring breakfast, lunch, cooking demonstrations, classes and events. They also have a ‘prep chef’ program that allows you to make an appointment to drop off ingredients and have the pros prepare them for you.

“Tess’s food tastes homemade and feels healthy,” said Brentwood resident Silky Sahnan. “The outdoor environment is also inviting and makes you feel like you’re in the middle of nowhere. It’s

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Tess’ Community Farm Kitchen is located at 8091 Balfour Road, in Brentwood. They are open Wednesday through Sunday for breakfast and lunch from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and from 8

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A new surveillance program has local police officers stepping out of their traditional roles in a fight to keep commuters safe from dangers on the freeways.

These expanded efforts are being made possible by more than a dozen state-of-the-art cameras and license plate readers, which came online earlier this month along a swathe of Highway 4 in Pittsburg. They are all operating under the control of that city’s police department, after state authorities backed the proposal and relinquished some of their jurisdiction.

It is hoped that the cameras can locate evidence relating to fatalities and other gang-related incidents on the freeway in recent months. So far, they appear to be paying dividends.

While the results fall outside of the gang showdown and its trail of victims, police officials say they have already netted several arrests, recovered multiple stolen vehicles and obtained critical information, thanks to the license plate reading devices.

“It’s proving to be very helpful,” said Capt. Ron Raman, a Pittsburg police spokesman. “When a wanted vehicle is identified on the freeway … it’s sent to our computer screens within seconds.”

The reason for installing the cameras was two-pronged. Officers hope to deter those thinking of using Highway 4 as a theater for their illicit activities and apprehend those who actually go through with it. Although Pittsburg has had dozens of cameras operating on all key streets and intersections within its boundaries for years, the Highway 4 route that splits the community of nearly 70,000 previously did not have any, as freeways are normally managed by the California Department of Transportation (CalTrans) and the California Highway Patrol (CHP).

However, those two agencies supported the city when Chief Brian Addington proposed erecting the cameras to city councilmembers in a staff report, just days after 28-year old Uriel Reynoso Moreno of Antioch was shot to death on April 19, near Highway 4’s westbound Loveridge Road exit, an incident that officials deemed gangrelated.

“When we brought up this notion of installing cameras, CHP and CalTrans played a very important role,” said Raman. “They helped us get the permit process done quickly and also assisted in closing off the freeway while

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The measure was also met with enthusiasm and approved unanimously by the city council, with regulators allocating about $100,000 to fund the project.

Shortly before that meeting, 25year old Shanique Marie – a mother of four – died in a hail of bullets in another highway shooting, this time near Railroad Avenue. That homicide, along with Moreno’s death, totals five total killings since November. An even higher number of nonfatal shootings have also been reported, with CHP stating previously that all the events are interconnected.

In May, a Richmond police official stated in an interview with The Press that authorities there suspect local gang members and groups in Oakland are playing a significant role in the violence now breaching the periphery of eastern Contra Costa. Meanwhile, Raman said that with the problem being so widespread, Pittsburg authorities would like to inspire other local agencies to push for tactics similar to what they’ve unveiled, which is largely unprecedented in the region. It remains unclear who might be taking the initiative next.

In neighboring Antioch, police department officials said they themselves are moving to embrace the same type of license plate-reader technology that Pittsburg authorities are promoting. However, Chief Allan Cantando said the focus for now is on the notoriously violent Sycamore Drive corridor, where a disproportionate number of shootings and homicides occur.

“We are in the process of getting our cameras installed (there),” he said.

“When they are in place, we will consider more cameras within the city.”

He noted that for now, installing devices on Antioch’s own stretch of Highway 4 is unlikely to be a priority, as a relatively low level of violence has taken place there in comparison to other parts of town in need of a tighter law enforcement presence.

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PG&E urges caution with Pokémon Go Power plants, substations and electric equipment might not harm Pokémon, but people are a different story.

With the Pokémon Go craze in full swing, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) urges players to exercise caution and be sure to catch their Pokémon at a safe distance from electric and gas facilities and equipment. Across the country, there are reports of players taking Pokémon Go into dangerous situations, prompting safety warnings from numerous law enforcement agencies.

In San Diego, two men were hospitalized after falling from a cliff above a beach when they became distracted playing the game. A slew of trespassing incidents have also been linked to the game. Recently, three teenagers were stopped at a nuclear plant in Ohio when they trespassed on the site in pursuit of Pokémon characters. Other utilities have reported gamers ‘tailgating,’ or following employees who have swiped an access card, into power plants.

“Just because Pokémon shows up in a restricted area containing high-voltage equipment, doesn’t mean you can (go there),” said Jason Regan, director of PG&E’s emergency

management. “PG&E reminds customers that it’s electric and gas equipment is off limits to the public. Climbing a pole or hopping a substation fence is not only trespassing, it’s also dangerous. If you’re playing Pokémon Go, put safety before your quest to ‘catch ‘em all.’”

Released this month, Pokémon Go is now the most popular mobile game in U.S. history and has more daily users than

Twitter. The interactive game encourages players to collect, battle, track and capture Pokémon characters in real-world settings. Electric utilities cannot control where the Pokémon appear, so it's important for players to remain aware of their surroundings and steer clear of electric and gas equipment.

PG&E also encourages parents of children who play the game to talk to them about how to be safe around electricity.

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Board of Supervisors recognize county workers The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors paid tribute on Tuesday, July 19, to the professionals who serve the county as probation, pretrial and parole supervision officers, recognizing their often unsung achievements in contributing to public safety, community engagement and support for victims.

Most public safety professionals don’t enter the profession for recognition, appreciation or financial rewards.

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profession, though, whose role is keeping communities safe, and yet their crews are far too often overlooked,” said Supervisor Candace Andersen, chair of the board of supervisors. “Those are the dedicated workers in the community-supervision profession, who are the linchpin of the criminal-justice system. They often don’t wear recognizable uniforms or drive marked cars with lights and sirens, yet they play an equally vital role in ensuring everyone’s safety.”

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This week, Contra Costa Health Services (CCHS) and the Central Valley Regional Water Quality Control Board (CVRWQCB) issued a warning to Discovery Bay residents and visitors to stay out of the private bays and waters around the Delta community, due to the appearance of a potentially dangerous algae called cyanobacteria.

The blue-green algae blooms have the appearance of scum floating in and on the water, and may be hazardous to people and their pets.

Due to complaints made to the county by local residents, water in some of the private bays was tested on July 22, and in the marina on July 26, and field tests indicated the water might contain the toxins. Samples have been sent to state and federal labs in Richmond for further testing to determine bloom concentrations. Results are expected back next week.

According to a press release from the CCHS, exposure to blue-green algae can cause rashes, skin and eye irritation, allergic reactions, gastrointestinal upset and other illnesses. At high levels, exposure can result in

serious illness or death, according to the California Department of Public Health. Dogs are especially vulnerable, and there have been several reports through the years of dogs dying following exposure.

Sue McConnell, a board section chief at the CVRWQCB, urges people to avoid coming in contact with the water for the time being.

“The blooms will go away in time,” McConnell said. “Until they do, we need people to stay away from the water and not come in contact with it. Dogs and little kids in particular are susceptible.”

Unlike the invasive aquatic weed species residents have battled in the past, blue-green algae has been floating in the Delta since long before the first homes were built on the water.

“Blooming algae is something that’s been around for a long time, and we know that there are certain conditions that increase the likelihood of blooms, like warm weather, still water and nutrients,” McConnell added.

“There is no herbicide for this; it’s not something we can treat. Sometimes, (the blooms) can go away quickly, (and) sometimes it stays longer.”

Dr. Marilyn Underwood, director of the Environmental Health Division of CCHS, wants people to be on the lookout for the trademark floating material that distinguishes blue-green algae blooms. In a press release from CCHS, she said that if the lab test results confirm the presence of cya-

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“ The blooms will go away in time. Until they do, we need people to stay away from the water and not come in contact with it. Dogs and little kids in particular are susceptible.

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Sue McConnell, CVRWQCB nobacteria, warning signs would be posted around Discovery Bay. She added that this contamination only effects recreational water areas, not drinking water from the tap in Discovery Bay. Catherine Kutsuris, interim general manager for the Town of Discovery Bay, is aware of the issue and is glad the county is advising caution. Kutsuris says the town will follow suit and urge people to stay out of the water.

“I spoke with Dr. Underwood, and we can’t emphasize enough that dogs are especially vulnerable.” Kutsuris said. “They go in the water, then lick themselves and ingest the bacteria. That’s important here, because a lot of people have dog ramps on their docks.”

Kutsuris and the county are waiting on the test results before posting signs so they can know what to post.

“Until we know the severity, we won’t know what to post,” she said. “We will be

getting the (cautionary) message out on social media, and do our best to answer questions. We will be following exactly what the health services is saying, which is to say that people, and especially dogs, should not go in the water until we know more.”

When asked about the blooms affecting the Big Cat Poker run coming up next month, Kutsuris didn’t feel it would be an issue.

“The poker run will be in fast water, where the blooms aren’t a problem,” she explained. “If we were talking about a swimming event, then absolutely, but the poker run is a boating event. It should be fine.”

But residents of the trademark deepwater homes in Discovery Bay are not very concerned about this year’s bloom. Frank Morgan, of Captain Morgan’s Bay Cruises, and Jim Mattison, both long-time residents of the town, have seen this kind of thing before and are not worried.

“I’m on the water all the time,” Morgan said. “There’s no reason to overreact. I wouldn’t hesitate to be in the water at all. Yes, we should check it, but there is no reason for alarm. The only place you’re going to see the algae collecting is in the corners. Once you get into the middle of the bays, the water is clear.”

Mattison concurs.

“This happens every year when it gets real hot out,” he said. “It’s not that big of a deal; it just happens in the still, shallow water.”

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• Brush your cat’s hair. Matted hair can be a nuisance at bath time, and that can translate into a lengthier bath that will try the patience of cat and owner alike. Just before bath time, brush your cat’s hair to loosen any matted areas. Once hair has been brushed, gently insert some cotton into your cat’s ears to prevent water from getting inside them.

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Investigating a new pain-management alternative Everyone has aches and pains, and those of us who suffer from back pain, like I do, are always looking for some kind of relief, even if it’s only temporary.

As we get older, our joints are less flexible, and arthritis is more normal than most people Senior imagine. Pain pills orner and medications that take a toll on the liver or kidneys may reduce the pain for a while, but if taken over a long period of time, they can decrease organ function.

Living with severe Marla back discomfort can Luckhardt make a normal daily routine pretty unbearable.

While in Hawaii, I met a vendor who was selling Noni lotion. I had heard of it before, but never tried it, so I was intrigued.

It smelled like the old Vicks vapor rub, came in a plastic bottle and was a runny, brown liquid. He boasted that it was an excellent pain reducer and natural antiinflammatory, so I was all ears.

Wearing my white capris, I was very hesitant to try it, thinking it was going to stain and ruin my new ensemble, but the vendor assured me that it was quick drying and water soluble. He squirted a small amount on my palm and off to the ladies room I went.

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I spread an ample amount on my lower back, where the pain was localized. The strong smell was not so much the Noni plant, but the menthol additive in the sample I chose to try. I was nervous about going back to my group smelling like 1957, but the pungent odor soon dissipated.

The people sitting at our table during the luau didn’t notice a thing when I returned to enjoy the hula dancers. After about ten minutes, I felt my back get very cold and the pain subsided a great deal. I was able to sit for comfortably for several hours while the show was on. I had to research this stuff!

Noni is a small, evergreen tree in the Pacific Islands, Southeast Asia, Australia and India that often grows among lava flows. Historically, it was used to make a dye for clothing, but it was also used as medicine, usually applied to the skin. Although today, noni fruit, leaves, flowers, stems, bark and roots are used to make medicine for a long list of ailments, the effectiveness for these uses has not been proven.

A study is currently underway at The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. In the meantime, the Food and Drug Administration has issued multiple warnings to Noni manufacturers about making health claims that aren’t yet backed up by fact.

I found out that, in addition to using the lotion externally on the skin, people take Noni by mouth for a multitude of ailments including, but not limited to,

convulsions, cough, diabetes, constipation, fever and nausea. It has also been used for swelling, asthma, arthritis and other bone and joint problems.

Again, these have not been given the FDA’s formal approval.

More reading disclosed that patients with cancer, high blood pressure, infections, kidney disorders and migraine headaches, as well as those who have suffered a stroke have benefitted from Noni. One form is fruit juice from the plant, which has been used for numerous afflictions as well.

The list is long. There have been studies claiming positive results, but nothing verified by the FDA. I wasn’t swallowing anything I had not discussed with my doctor, but rubbing lotion on my skin was worth a try. After all, the man claimed it is also used as a moisturizer to reduce signs of aging. That, along with the Hawaiian melodies at the luau, was music to my ears.

The leaves of the noni plant can be used for arthritis by wrapping them around the affected joint; for headaches by applying them to the forehead; and for burns, sores, and wounds by direct application. If you read as much as I did about this stuff, you would think it cures everything from the common cold to small pox!

Noni contains many substances, including potassium. Those who have high levels of potassium should avoid ingesting it. There is concern that drinking Noni tea or juice might cause liver damage in some people, and there

are several reports of this in patients who drank it for several weeks, but it is not known for certain if Noni was the cause. The potassium is also a reason for those with kidney issues to avoid ingesting Noni.

Early research suggests that taking six to eight grams of Noni daily might improve physical function, fatigue and pain in people with advanced cancer, but does not seem to reduce tumor size. The same research suggests that drinking four ounces of Tahitian Noni juice daily for one month can reduce high blood pressure, and drinking three ounces for 90 days may decrease the need for pain relievers and improve quality of life in people with osteoarthritis.

I haven’t tried this, but I am going to talk to my personal physician and get her feedback. There are several medications that do not interact well with this, so asking your doctor about it is imperative. These include certain blood pressure medicines, water pills and blood thinners to name a few.

We are all looking for an alternative to pain medication. You don’t have to go to Hawaii to find the vendor, because they sell it online. It would be great if this product in its natural form is the answer, but a discussion with a reliable physician is a must.

Marla Luckhardt is a Brentwood resident who works with several local senior care and advocacy groups. Visit her website at www.marlasreferrals.com or email her at marla2054@aol.com.

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While summer is far from done as far as the weather is concerned, it is over for our local kiddos! That’s right, kids go back to school Monday, and Oakley started on July 27, so prepare yourselves - traffic is coming. Specifically, morning and afternoon traffic on local thoroughfares. What’s more, you may want to spend your weekend away from the shopping malls, as they promise to be a last-minute-essentials battlefield.

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If you’re of the artistic mind, maybe use this weekend away from price tags to sign-up for the City of Oakley’s Utility Box Mural Project.

The city wants to beautify 10 utility boxes in the area, bringing art into unexpected places. Like the City of Brentwood’s mural project, these works will showcase the city’s agricultural history and unique appeal. But don’t worry if you can’t come up with the perfect design right away, applications aren’t due until Aug. 19. For more information, call the recreation division at 925-625-7000 or visit http://goo. gl/ZScidA.

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Maybe you’ve been throwing around a little, written, creative something in your head all summer that you’ve been meaning to jot down. Brentwood Writes will soon be taking submissions for their sixth volume of “In Mt. Diablo’s Shadow.” Email katishort@yahoo. com for more information or visit Open Mic Night on Aug. 11, at 6:30 p.m., at the Brentwood Community Center.

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Also in August is Yoga for a Cause, a fundraiser held by Live Love Yoga at Creekside Park, 1010 Claremont Drive, in Brentwood. The event is scheduled for Aug. 14, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Instructors Kinsey Swetnam and Stacey Touhy will lead a free, donation-based yoga class in the park, from which 100 percent of the proceeds will benefit the families of the fallen police officers in Dallas and Baton Rouge. Do your body a solid and give a family some love all in one go! For more information, visit http://bit. ly/2aG6jnt.

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A tax is just a tax; it doesn’t fix the real problem

by Bryan Scott Since January, a loose collaboration of area residents has been promoting the concept of tax-allocation reform to correct the unequal level of fire and emergency medical services protection afforded residents of East County.

The problem becomes evident uest when one comcomment pares the level of services East County gets to similar services in the central and western areas of Contra Costa County. Our fire department gets about 7 percent of the ad valorem property-tax dollar, and the other fire departments get 14 percent, 15 percent, 21 percent or more of the property tax dollar.

All property owners in the county pay the same ad valorem tax rate, and the dollar amount of the tax paid depends largely on the value of the property. The principles of equity and fairness suggest that all residents of the county receive roughly equal treatment under the law, in this case the tax-allocation laws. That is not the case.

Since 2012, the Board of Directors of the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District (ECCFPD) has watched as increasing costs and declining or static revenues have forced the reduction of services to the com-

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munity. Where once there were ten, and then eight fire stations, there are now just three.

Two attempts to raise tax revenues failed. First, a parcel tax and, most recently, a questionable benefit assessment district scheme. Some directors, perhaps disillusioned by these failures, have decided that their job is not to seek ways to protect the residents of the district, but rather to just operate a fire department as efficiently as possible, accepting the facts of the ECCFPD’s decreasing efficacy.

Neither of these tax measures dealt with the real problem at work here, (which is) the historical structural funding disparity between our fire district and other fire districts in the county. A fire district cannot serve the needs of 115,000 people spread over 249 square miles when receiving just 7 percent of the ad valorem property-tax dollar. That, my fellow residents of East County, is a fact.

Now another attempt to raise taxes for the ECCFPD is being considered.

This utility-user tax (UUT) is attractive because, unlike other taxes, which require a two-thirds majority vote, a UUT only requires 50 percent +1 for approval. The goal of this tax is to add up to 10 percent to each electricity, home and cell phone, gas, cable TV and Internet bill residents of (the district) pay, and raise around $18 million in total new taxes.

Unfortunately, even if this tax passes, which will be a boon for the fire district,

Letters Superintendent makes too much money

Editor: I recently attended the ‘public’ portion of the Byron School Board (meeting).

An agenda item at that meeting was the board’s approval of a fat, three-year contract for the superintendent. In a nutshell - salary of $190,000 per year, car allowance and benefits. This given over to a superintendent who is famous locally for her short workdays and in a district that only contains three schools!

Including benefits, this woman is sucking out over $70,000 per school, before even one dime is spent on student services. In a district where average teachers, the ones who actually educate our children, earn about $60,000.

After the meeting, I commented to two school board members that they should be ashamed of themselves for approving this 12 percent annual increase to the superintendent, when teachers have received less than 4 percent increas-

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it still will not affect the real problem at work here, the low tax-allocation rate.

And an opportunity to do the right thing, to correct an injustice, to fix the problem, will have been missed.

A self-appointed, government-employee task force has been working hard since June 2015, coming up with a tax that they think will pass. They’ve spent over $219,000 on consultants and advisers. The public opinion polling, according to their survey consultants, indicates that the support level for the UUT is about 20 percent less than necessary for the tax’s passage.

Add up in your head, dear reader, your monthly electricity bill, your home and cell phone monthly bills, your monthly gas bill, what you pay for your monthly cable TV, and your high-speed Internet connection. Then multiply that by 10 percent for each month’s tax, and then multiply that by 12. That’s the tax you’ll pay in a year.

And the real problem will still not be fixed.

Bryan Scott is a Brentwood resident who occasionally becomes a community affairs activist. He is co-chair of East County Voters for Equal Protection, a nonpartisan citizens action committee whose aim is to improve funding for the ECCFPD. His email address is scott.bryan@comcast.net and his telephone number is 925-418-4428.

The group’s Facebook page is www.facebook.com/EastCountyVoters.

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es lately. They defended their incredibly poor judgment and performance with the same old, “we need to pay that much to keep good people!”

Really? In what universe are you living?

These board members need to be replaced with people who have a grasp of fiduciary responsibility. And if she has any ethics, and really believes that the children come first, this superintendent needs to return this raise and limit her pay increases to the same dollar amount the district’s teachers receive.

Bill Sumner Brentwood

Thankful for drama

Editor: I was getting my room ready today, and I looked up at the 26 T-shirts on the wall of my classroom and began to wonder if all the people who have been a part of the program over the last 13 years know how much they are appreciated.

Whether it is making sets, gathering and sewing costumes, creating props,

loaning us sets and props, doing hair and make-up, running tickets, selling flowers, taking pictures, running the snack bar or in any capacity you may have been here, the amount of time and energy you pour into the program is astounding. You all know who you are and what you have done to make this a special program for our students. Every set wall, costume and prop can’t be looked at without attaching a name or group of names to it.

Bart Schneider Edna Hill Drama

Not yet supporting a new tax

Editor: “County Board Supports Sales Tax” - another tax increase.

It’s time for those who represent us to stop viewing the voters as a bottomless pit of tax-increase money. Time for them to show some fortitude and cut the costs they administer. When they do that, I will reconsider voting for a tax increase.

Thomas Coss Brentwood

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Oakley umpire lands rare baseball gig

by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

The City of Oakley is likely to be represented this year in most of the games of the Little League World Series Big League Division in South Carolina.

The appearance falls on the shoulders of one man - Little League umpire Roger Buhlis. Buhlis was selected as one of 12 umpires for the seven-day tournament for 16 to 18 year olds in Easley, South Carolina.

"It’s not something everybody gets, and I am really looking forward to it,” he said.

The honor is a long time coming for the former police sergeant, who volunteered to become an umpire in 1997, while his oldest daughter was a member of the East County Little League. The one-year commitment has turned into a 19-year love affair with the volunteer role. He was finally tapped to work a West Regional tournament in 2012, which garnered him glowing reviews and the right to work the World Series event.

It took him four years to finally get the call, but it will likely be worth every minute of waiting.

"It’s an honor,” he said. “It’s recognition of not just dedication, but also recognition of quality umpiring skills and the positive attitude and energy I have towards the Little League program.”

It comes as no surprise that the former enforcer of the law has flourished in his position of upholding rules on the field. In a sense, the two jobs aren’t that different.

"I find the jobs very similar,” said Buhlis, who also works high school and college games. “Both have

Photo courtesy of Roger Buhlis

Oakley resident Roger Buhlis traveled to South Carolina this week to umpire the Big League Division of the Little League World Series. uniforms, both have a rule book and, in both jobs, you make observations and have to apply your observations right away.”

Just like with any job, the role gets easier with time. Buhlis developed his skills through Little League training and honed his craft through working at the high school and college levels. He’s slowly perfected his timing and judgment, earning the respect of coaches, players and his peers.

“Each volunteer umpire at our nine World Series tournaments will bring a high level of professionalism, knowledge of the game, commitment to fair play and appreciation for players and coaches,” said Nicholas Caringi, Little League senior director of operations and education.

A key secret to Buhlis’ style on the field is to not let the emotions of others impact his own. During those rare moments when he does need to eject players or coaches - mostly on the high school and community college levels - he remains calm and focuses on the perks of the job, such as free exercise, having the undisputed best viewing spot to witness the action and helping youngsters develop on and off the field.

“It benefits the kids who are playing baseball and learning good sportsmanship, learning how to compete at a high level and learning how to win with grace and lose with dignity,” he said. “That is all important stuff, so we have to have people that are willing to make that investment in time. That is important to me so it’s valuable to me."

There is a chance that Buhlis could be working the championship game of the Big League Division, which will be televised on Aug. 2, on ESPN2 at 5 p.m.

For more information on becoming a Little League umpire, visit www.littleleague.org/umpires. htm.

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Soccer program makes big Impact in East County

by Michael Dixon Correspondent

Brentwood’s Impact Soccer has no shortage of programs - beginning with kids as young as 3 and ranging to adults and everything in between, Impact offers something for everyone.

The options include adult leagues, recreational leagues, competitive leagues, semi-competitive leagues and a program for special-needs players. In total, the club directly reaches roughly 2,000 people.

“We have a lot of different things that we offer for our community, which is fantastic,” said Impact President Tony Martins. “We’re really proud of that.”

The fall recreation leagues are set to start the week after school begins, and the competitive leagues kick off at the end of August. Impact’s reach also has potential to reach beyond just its membership and those interested in soccer.

“Impact strives to provide a positive, educational and fun environment through the game of soccer,” Martins

Photo courtesy of Impact Soccer

Brentwood’s Impact Soccer offers many programs for kids and adults. said.

The next big event that Impact will put on is the fourth-annual Boo Fest,

which takes place during the final weekend of October. The Boo Fest is meant for U7 to U13 teams from around the

area to come out to East County. While Brentwood’s Sunset Park is the main field, 2015’s Boo Fest used 24 fields between Byron, Brentwood and Oakley.

“It was very well attended,” Martins said. “From a community standpoint, it’s a great thing. We bring in teams from out of the area to show what the Brentwood area is about. We want to continue that. From an economic standpoint, it boosts restaurants, gas stations, hotels and basically everything. That kind of boosts our community.”

Overall, Martins has been pleased with how Impact has operated since he became the president.

In order for the program to be at its best, Martins cited the changes he’s had coaching soccer in the area.

“I’ve been coaching in the area 25 years, and I’m different now than I was then,” Martins said. “I think if you have an open mind are willing to evolve, that benefits not only the club ,but the players in our community.”

The league also hosts camps. For more information, visit www.impactsoccer.org.

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Brentwood Blast players Knights seek make all-star cut players The Brentwood Blast will be well represented during the upcoming U.S. Specialty Sports Association All American Games.

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The trio made the cut after attending one of 24 nationwide tryouts. The games will be played from Aug. 7 to 13, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports, in Orlando, and at other local venues.

Little, an 11U Blast Blue catcher, paved his way to the games with an unbelievable work ethic, said coach Billy Rhodes.

“He’s been working his butt off for two years now, trying to get better and better,” Rhodes said. “He works so hard.”

The youngster, who bats fifth in the lineup, has become a stellar catcher during his time with the squad.

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Karbowski is equally as impressive.

The left-handed outfielder and pitcher, who will play for the upcoming 11U Red team, has a lot of power in his bat, Rhodes said.

Better yet, Rhodes predicts Karbowski has a world of yet untapped potential.

He’s described as a hard worker who always shows up to practice and listens to his coaches. He also has a great attitude.

“I think he has a great future ahead of him, if he continues to work hard at it,” Rhodes said.

Not to be outdone, Griffithe is a versatile ballplayer, who plays shortstop, second base and center field. He’ll join the upcoming Blast 10U Red team.

The budding star, who usually bats second in the lineup, is described by his coaches as a fine young man who respects coaches, fellow teammates and the game.

He’s routinely first at practice, where he can be seen with his dad running warm-ups.

T h e Knights Baseball Club, featuring Major League instruction from former Big League and professional baseball players, will be hosting tryouts for its 2017 Cooperstown 12U and 13U on Sunday, July 31, at Leer Vineyards in Byron.

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Thinking about Gifting Real Property While you are Alive….

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A summer championship

by Joan Grimes, Esq.

Many clients come into my office either alone or with their children asking me to draft a Grant Deed transferring their real property to their children. The most common reasons for this are to avoid probate, or to sell the property because they no longer need it or simply can’t afford it.

In response, I tell them I agree that transferring real property to their children or a third party will avoid probate, but while it may be true that they don’t need the house or can’t afford the house, there may be unintended consequences of the “gift” that they and their children will not like at all.

First, gifting real property to your children means you will have no legal control over it. If you decide that you want the property back for some reason, i.e. you want to live in the house again, your children will be under no legal obligation to transfer it back.

Second, you may need the money. I tell people that just about the time you think you have plenty of money, something happens to completely change the situation. Therefore, until you are gone and therefore sure you don’t need any more money, don’t give away your stuff. You have worked hard for it and you should keep control of it as long as possible.

If you live to be very old, you may need that money to help pay for your care.

Third, and most important to your children, they will want to receive your real property through an inheritance rather than a

gift because they will receive a full step up in basis on the property upon your death. What this means is that if you purchased the house for $50,000 and it is worth $500,000 at the time of your death, the children will receive it at a value of $500,000 and will not have to pay any taxes if they then sell the property. In contrast, if you gave them the same property before you died, the children would have to pay taxes on the gain between $50,000 and $500,000 because they will receive the parent’s basis, which is generally the cost of the property. Yuck!!!

In most cases, it is a very bad idea to gift real property to your children while you are still living. If you really do not think you will need the property, an alternative is to put it in a Revocable Living Trust so they will receive it after your death, and to have a real property agreement for use of the property while you are alive. This way you retain control over the property and your children receive the step up in basis. If you have any questions regarding the transfer of real property, I see people every day for a FREE 30 minute consultation in Walnut Creek and Brentwood.

This article provides only general legal information, and not specific legal advice.

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DATE OF SALE: 08/29/2016 TIME OF SALE: 9:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CENTER, 320 CIVIC DRIVE, PLEASANT HILL, CA 94523 IN THE AUCTION.COM ROOM. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 3893 HARVEST CIRCLE, OAKLEY, CALIFORNIA 94561 APN#: 034270-053-1 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, topay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Eugenia Darlene Amador SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Eugenia Darlene Amador, Hector Caballero Hurtado CASE NUMBER: N16-1178 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Eugenia Darlene Amador, Hector Caballero Hurtado filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Eugenia Darlene Amador b. Hector Caballero Hurtado

to Proposed Name: a. Darlene Amador Hurtado. b. Hector C. Hurtado 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: 8/23/16 Time: 9:00 a.m.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-14-618929-AB Order No.: VTSG1316236 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED TO THE COPY PROVIDED TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR (Pursuant to Cal. Civ. Code 2923.3) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/1/2006. 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): MARIA BOLIVAR, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 2/22/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0054983-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 8/29/2016 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Pleasant Hill Community Center, located at 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. In the Auction.com Room Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $482,781.76 The purported property address is: 4561 HORSESHOE CIRCLE, ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 053-371-006-7 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 sa le date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-280-2832 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-14-618929-AB. 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 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. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’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. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE . Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http://www. qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-14-618929-AB IDSPub #0111759 7/29/2016 8/5/2016 8/12/2016. Antioch Press No: 06-1617 70506. Publish Dates: July 29, August 5, 12, 2016.

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 sa le date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-280-2832 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-15-656691-JP . 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 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. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’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. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations.

QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE . Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-6457711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 O r Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-15-656691JP IDSPub #0111084 7/15/2016 7/22/2016 7/29/2016. Antioch Press No: 06-1617 70396. Publish Dates: July 15, 22, 29, 2016.

California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, 247 West Third Street San Bernardino, California 924150210 San Bernardino Justice Center. The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Gary A. Dordick, Esq. S/B#128008 Gary A. Dordick, A Law Corporation 509 South Beverly Drive Beverly Hills, California 90212 310-551-0949 DATE (Fecha): August 19, 2015 Clerk, by (Secretario): Shannon Pratt, Deputy (Adjunto) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served - as an Individual defendant. by personal Delivery on 1-14-16. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70377 Publish Dates: July 15, 22, 29, August 5, 2016.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-15-656691-JP Order No.: 13-0023893 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED TO THE COPY PROVIDED TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR (Pursuant to Cal. Civ. Code 2923.3) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/16/2009. 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 C ode 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): NASIR U. AHMED, AN UNMARRIED MAN Recorded: 2/5/2009 as Instrument No. 2009-0023311-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 8/15/2016 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Pleasant Hill Community Center, located at 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. In the Auction.com Room Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $267,603.68 The purported property address is: 5058 COMANCHE WAY, ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 055-210-011-7 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

AmendedSUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): CIVDS1417343 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): C.R. England, INC. ; Deshari Arstanda White; and Does 1 to 50, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): Elanore Colbert; Mohammad Hasim; Alton Flores; Ethel Mae Sloan-Baker; Hector Ventura; Dawonda Smith; Kentera Roberson; Cathy Parchcorn; individually, as a Successor-In-Intrest to Bruce D. Parchcorn, Bruce Parchcorn, Jr.; Brandi Parchcorn; Wendy Parchcorn; Lindsay Parchcorn; Kerri Ricardo; Kevin Robbins. NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements.

You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program.

You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003764-00 The name of the business: OUCH! Pain Management Located at: 95 Dunedin Dr. In: Brentwoood, CA 94513 is hereby registered by the following owner: Raul Guadalupe Hernandez. 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: Raul Guadalupe Hernandez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 15, 2016

by Deputy J. Celestial Expires 6/15/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70358 Publish dates: July 8, 15, 22, 29, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004017-00 The name of the business: Tiger Rock Martial Arts Scholars Located at: 3840 Balfour Rd In: Brentwood, CA 94513 is hereby registered by the following owner: Martial Arts Scholars 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: James R. Baker CEO/ Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 24, 2016 by Deputy L. Spence Expires 6/24/2021. Brentwood Press No.

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No. 02-1273 70420 Publish dates: July 15, 22, 29, August 5, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS File No. F-0004051-00 The name of the NAME STATEMENT business: Evans Flooring Located at: File No. F-0004270-00 The name of the 2847 Savoy Ct In: Brentwood, CA 94513 business: Indoor Eden Located at: 5783 is hereby registered by the following Woodland Ct In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505 owner: Brian A. Evans. is hereby registered by the following This business is conducted by: An In- owner: Deborah A. Gatt. This business dividual. The registrant commenced to is conducted by: An Individual. The regtransact business under the fictitious istrant commenced to transact business business name or names listed above under the fictitious business name or on N/A. Signature of registrant: Brian A. names listed above on 2008. Signature of Evans. This statement was filed with the registrant: An Individual. This statement County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: was filed with the County Clerk of Contra June 28, 2016 by Deputy C. Dias Expires Costa County on: July 8, 2016 by Deputy 6/28/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 J. Celestial Expires 7/8/2021 Brentwood 70468 Publish dates: July 22, 29, August Press No. 02-1273 70500 Publish dates: 5, 12, 2016.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004161-00The name of the File No. F-0004378-00 The name of the business: Day Realty Located at: 531 business : Intelligent Staffing Redmont Lane In: Rio Vista, CA 94571, Located at: 550 Harvest Park Drive Suite Solano County. is hereby registered by the following owner: Kathleen Ann B. In: Brentwood, CA 94513 is hereby Day. This business is conducted by: An registered by the following owner: Individual. The registrant commenced Avalon Staffing, LLC. This business is to transact business under the fictitious conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The business name or names listed above on registrant commenced to transact busi7/2011. Signature of registrant: Kathleen ness under the fictitious business name Ann Day. This statement was filed with or names listed above on 7/13/2021. Sigthe County Clerk of Contra Costa County nature of registrant: John Zink, President. on: July 5, 2016 by Deputy J. Celestial This statement was filed with the County Expires 7/5/2021. Brentwood Press No. Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 02-1273 70381. Publish dates: July 15, 13, 2016 by Deputy J. Crawford Expires 22, 29, August 5, 2016.

7/13/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70459. Publish dates: July 22, 29, August FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 5, 12, 2016.

NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004172-00 The name of the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS business: Jalisco’s Restaurant NAME STATEMENT Located at: 8335 Brentwood Blvd. In: Brentwood, CA 94513 is hereby regis- File No. F-0004411-00 The name of the tered by the following owners: Filemon business: QuickStem Located at: 784 Mendoza and Ericka Mendoza. This busi- King Palm Ln In: Brentwood, CA 94513 is ness is conducted by: Married Couple. hereby registered by the following ownThe registrant commenced to transact ers:1. Erik Bacher 2. Michelle McKay. This business under the fictitious business business is conducted by: Co-Partners. name or names listed above on 7-6-16. The registrant commenced to transact Signature of registrant: Filemon Men- business under the fictitious business doza. This statement was filed with the name or names listed above on 7/14/16.

County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: Signature of registrant: Erik Bacher. This July 6, 2016 by Deputy J. Celestial Expires statement was filed with the County 7-6-2021. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 70383. Publish dates: July 15, 22, 29, 14, 2016 by Deputy J. Celestil Expires August 5, 2016.

7/14/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70466 Publish dates: July 22, 29, August FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 5, 12, 2016.

File No. F-0004198-00 The name of the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS business : Avery at Towncentre LocatNAME STATEMENT ed at: 1275 Central Blvd In: Brentwood, File No. F-0004420-00 The name of the CA 94513, is hereby registered by the business: En Ti Confio Located at: 2837 following owner: CA Towncentre Owner Pristine Way In: Brentwood, CA 94513, LLC. This business is conducted by: A is hereby registered by the following Limited Liability. The registrant commenced to transact business under the owner: Elizabeth Gomez. This business fictitious business name or names listed is conducted by: An Individual. The regabove on N/A. Signature of registrant: istrant commenced to transact business Rob Singh, Vice Presidnet. This statement under the fictitious business name or was filed with the County Clerk of Contra names listed above on N/A. Signature of Costa County on: July 6, 2016 by Deputy registrant: Elizabeth Gomez. This stateJ. Parangen Expires 7/6/2021 Brentwood ment was filed with the County Clerk of Press No. 02-1273 70462 Publish dates: Contra Costa County on: July 14, 2016

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Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70545 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Publish dates: July 29, August 5, 12, 19, NAME STATEMENT 2016.

File No. F-0004226-00 The name of the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS businesses: 1. Fairview Manor.

NAME STATEMENT 2. In Home Care Services File No. F-0004486-00 The name of the 3. A Plus Helping Hand Mobility Services. Located at: 1530 Fairview Ave business: Bench + Rest Located at: In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby reg- 2629 Spyglass Drive In: Brentwood, CA istered by the following owner: Brent- 94513 is hereby registered by the folwood Assisted Living, Inc. This business lowing owners: Theresa A. Thoresen is conducted by: A Corporation. The and Craig T. Thoresen. This business is registrant commenced to transact busi- conducted by: A Married Couple. The ness under the fictitious business name registrant commenced to transact busior names listed above on October 2009. ness under the fictitious business name Signature of registrant: Antonio Tacaldo Jr. President This statement was filed or names listed above on N/A. Signature with the County Clerk of Contra Costa of registrant: Theresa A. Thoresen, Craig T. County on: July 7, 2016 by Deputy J. Thoresen. This statement was filed with Celestial. Expires 7/7/2021 Brentwood the County Clerk of Contra Costa County Press No.02-1273 70382 Publish dates: on: July 19, 2016 by Deputy C. Pittman Expires 7/19/2021 Brentwood Press No. July 15, 22, 29, August 5, 2016.

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NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS File No. F-0004254-00 The name of the NAME STATEMENT business: Genuine Moving Located at: 2213 Upland Dr. In: Concord, CA 94520 File No. F-0004534-00 The name of the is hereby registered by the following business: BoHo Babe Foods Located at: owners: 1. Reese Farrow. 2. Shane Pylant 349 Foothill Dr In: Brentwood, CA 94513 This business is conducted by: A General is hereby registered by the following Partnership. The registrant commenced owner: Kiki Powers. This business is conto transact business under the fictitious ducted by: An Individaul. The registrant business name or names listed above commenced to transact business under on 1 week N/A. Signature of registrant: the fictitious business name or names Shane Pylant. This statement was filed listed above on N/A. Signature of regwith the County Clerk of Contra Costa istrant: Kiki Powers. This statement was County on: July 8, 2016 by Deputy T. Law- filed with the County Clerk of Contra Cos-

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NOTICE OF LIEN SALE SELF STORAGE AUCTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the liened personal property described below, pursuant to the provisions of the California Code of Civil Procedure and the provisions of the California Self-Storage Facilities Act, Business and Professions Code Sections 21700 et seq.

On the 5th day of August 2016 at 12:15 P.M., the undersigned will sell the contents of liened storage units by public sale by competitive bidding on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at Acorn Self Storage LLC, at 5205 Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg, California 94565, Tel. (925) 432-3200. Self-storage liened units generally include miscellaneous household goods, office or business equipment, furniture, furnishings, clothing and personal effects. In addition to those general contents, the pre-lien inventory revealed the following described goods: Customer Name: 1. Regina Gonzales- 30 + Boxes & bags, Suitcases, Chairs, Art. 2. Veronica McCoy- 10 Boxes, Stereo Equipment, Microwave, Garden Tools, 2 Guitars.

3. Telara Caves- 20+ Boxes & Bags, Safe, Cinder Block.

4. Kenisha Smith-10+ Boxes & Bags, 2 Sofa Chairs,2 Office Chairs, Entertainment Center, China Hutch.

5. Kenisha Smith- 10+ Boxes & Bags, Wicker Baskets.

6. Delia Sanchez- 15+ Boxes & Bags, Refrigerator, Tools, Crowbar, Dressers, Large Rocks, 5 Patio Chairs.

7. Jimmie Nelson- 4 Boxes, China Hutch, 3 Chairs, Dining Table.

Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase by cash only. All purchased items sold as-is, where-is, and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Call ahead to make sure sale is still scheduled.

Contraband, or items subject to regulation or registration will not be transferred with the liened unit unless otherwise noted.

Dates Published: 07/22/2016 and 07/29/2016. Nor Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 6049695. Brentwood Press No: 02-1273 70474 Publish Dates: July 22, 29, 2016.

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE SELF STORAGE AUCTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the liened personal property described below, pursuant to the provisions of the California Code of Civil Procedure and the provisions of the California Self-Storage Facilities Act, Business and Professions Code Sections 21700 et seq.

On the 5th day of August 2016, at 10:00 AM, the undersigned will sell the contents of liened storage units by public sale by competitive bidding on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at Acorn II Self Storage LLC, at 6900 Lone Tree Way, Brentwood, California 94513, Tel. (925) 240-5000. Self-storage liened units generally include miscellaneous household goods, office or business equipment, furniture, furnishings, clothing and personal effects. In addition to those general contents, the pre-lien inventory revealed the following described goods: Names: 1. Marcea Lopez - Christmas wrapping, cleaning supplies, games.

2. Beckie Benitez - Speakers, ice chest, suit cases, rugs, washer, dryer.

3. John Tkalcich - Globe, exercise machine, trampoline, 2 tables & baby toys.

4. Stephanie Sanchez - 2 leather couches, table, bedding, 2 dressers, toys & art work.

5. Sarah Almanza - Clothing, art work, bags, bedding, exercise equipment & chest.

6. Gerald Simpson - Futon, TV, tool chest, computer equipment, carpet cleaner, sleeping bag & lamps.

7. Ray Hagler Jr. - BBQ, boxes, drum set, lamps, 50+ boxes, 2 ladders, full 10x30.

8. Deborah Delgado - Art work, plastic bins, bed frame & kids toys.

9. Deborah Delmonte - Hat box, 2 armoires, wooden tables, art work & ornaments.

10. Marcea Lopez - Dresser, 2 night stands, computer equipment, & boxes.

11. Lita A. Reeves - 50+ folding chairs,

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floor buffer, industrial fan, folding table & toys.

12. Lita A. Reeves - Pre-school toys, tables & 10+ boxes.

Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase by cash only. All purchased items sold as-is, where-is, and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Call ahead to make sure sale is still scheduled.

Contraband, or items subject to regulation or registration will not be transferred with the liened unit unless otherwise noted.

Dates Published: 7/22/16 and 7/29/16 Nor Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 604-9695.

Brentwood Press No: 02-1273 7047670539. Publish Dates: July 22, 29, 2016.

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, www.nationwideposting.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 9551-4725. 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. 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.

NBS Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 800-766-7751 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.nationwideposting. com or Call: 916-939-0772. NBS Default Services, LLC, Kim Coker, Foreclosure Associate This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. However, if you have received a discharge of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose personal liability upon you for payment of that debt. In the event you have received a bankruptcy discharge, any action to enforce the debt will be taken against the property only.

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Brentwood Press No: 02-1273 70505.

Publish Dates: July 29, August 5, 12, 2016.

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 $376,796.19. 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 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 www.nationwideposting.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 20100015000312. 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: NATIONWIDE POSTING & PUBLICATION A DIVISION OF FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY 916-939-0772 www.nationwideposting.com NDEx West, L.L.C. MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NDEx West, L.L.C. as Trustee 20955 Pathfinder Road, Suite 300 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (866) 795-1852 Dated: 06/27/2016 NPP0285745 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 07/15/2016, 07/22/2016, 07/29/2016.

Brentwood Press No: 02-1273 70374.

Publish Dates: July 15, 22, 29, 2016.

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 a 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 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. 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. SEE ATTACHED EXHIBIT “A” EXHIBIT “A” Lot 35, As Shown On The Map Of Subdivision 6679, In The City Of Brentwood, County Of Contra Costa, State Of California, Filed February 28, 1991, In Map Book 356, At Page 3 Contra Costa County Records. Reserving Therefrom:All Oil, Gas, Casinghead Gas, Asphaltum And Other Hydrocarbons, And All Chemical Gas On Or Hereafter Found,Situated Or Located In All Or Any Part Or Portion Of The Lands Above Described, Lying More Than Five Hundred Feet(500 Feet) Below The Surface Thereof, Together With The Right To Slant Drill For And Remove All Or Any Of Said Oil,Gas, Casing head Gas, Asphaltum And Other Hydrocarbons, And All Chemical Gas Lying Below A Depth Of More Than Five Hundred Feet (500 Feet) Below The Surface Thereof, And The Right To Grant Leases For All Or Any Of Said Purposes; But Without Right Whatsoever To Enter Upon The Surface Of Said Lands Within Five Hundred Feet (500 Feet) Vertical Distance Below The Surface Thereof.

All Overlying And Other Water Rights, Including, Without Limitations, The Right To Appropriate Water And Distribute It To Other Properties Without Any Right To The Use Of Land Or Rights In/Or To Any Portion Of The Surface Of Said Land. The Owner Of The Reserved Water Rights, However, Covenants That It Will Not Exercise The Rights Reserved Except Below 100 Feet From The Surface Of Said Land.

Note: When Referring To Said Land Please Use The Legal Description Set Forth Herein Above. Trustor: RUBY LEE SMITH, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Duly Appointed Trustee: The Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation Recorded 2/9/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0041155-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Street Address or other common designation of real property: 465 GRISTMILL DRIVE BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 A.P.N.: 012-120-067-9 Date of Sale: 8/8/2016 at 1:30 PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $526,715.74, estimated The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. 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. 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 or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 143900-11. 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. Date: 7/1/2016 The Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation 2955 Main Street, 2nd Floor Irvine, California 92614 Foreclosure Department (949) 720-9200 Sale Information Only: 916-939-0772 www.nationwideposting.com Sindy Clements, Foreclosure Officer PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THE WOLF FIRM MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NPP0286321 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 07/15/2016, 07/22/2016, 07/29/2016. Brentwood Press No: 021273 70379. Publish Dates: July 15, 22, 29, 2016.

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 or visit this Internet Web site at www.nationwideposting. com using the file number assigned to this case 16-00722A. 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. PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE A DEBT COLLECTOR Date: 7/7/2016 For Sales Information Please Call (916) 939-0772 or go to www.nationwideposting.com A.S.A.P. Collection Services, as Trustee by: Platinum Resolution Services, Inc., as Agent Stephanie Strickland, President NPP0286657 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 07/22/2016, 07/29/2016, 08/05/2016. Brentwood Press No: 02-1273 70456.

Publish Dates: July 22, 29, August 5, 2016.

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 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting. com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 00000005856562.

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: NATIONWIDE POSTING & PUBLICATION A DIVISION OF FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY 916-939-0772 www.nationwideposting.com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT C O L L E C T O R A T T E M P T I N G T O COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP as Trustee 20955 Pathfinder Road, Suite 300 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (866) 795-1852 Dated: 06/29/2016 NPP0286025 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 07/15/2016, 07/22/2016, 07/29/2016. Brentwood Press No: 021273 70367. Publish Dates: July 15, 22, 29, 2016.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 9551-4725 TSG Order No.: 730-1505788-70 A.P.N.: 097-600-010-9 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 07/06/2006. 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. NBS Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 07/11/2006 as Document No.: 2006-0217887-00, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by: Francisco Guillen and Angela Guillen, husband and wife , as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by 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). 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, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date & Time: 08/22/2016 at 01:30 PM Sale Location: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 431 WINDWOOD DR, PITTSBURG, CA 94565-7629 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 in an “AS IS”condition, 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, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $621,796.73 (Estimated) as of 07/29/2016. Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. 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 PROPERTYOWNER: 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

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20100015000312 Title Order No.: 100040380 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/05/2006. 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. NDEx West, L.L.C., as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 06/14/2006 as Instrument No. 20060188688-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: NORMAN M. JOHNSON, AN UNMARRIED MAN, 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: 08/15/2016 TIME OF SALE: 1:30 PM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PITTSBURG CIVIC CENTER NEAR THE GRASS LOCATED AT 65 CIVIC AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1642 DUNE POINT CT, BYRON, CALIFORNIA 94514 APN#: 004-151-016 EXHIBIT A LEGAL DESCRIPTION REF. NO. 20100015000312 Lot 20, As Shown On The Map Of “Subdivision 4687”, Filed May 24, 1978 In Book 211 Of Maps, At Pages 5 Through 10, Contra Costa County Records. Excepting Therefrom: 1. The Undivided 1/2 Interest “In And To All Oil, Gas, Hydrocarbons And Other Minerals Of Every Kind And Nature”, Granted In The Deed To Frank A. West, Et Al, Recorded December 21, 1962, Book 4268, Official Records, Page 334, Not Excepting, However, The Interest In That Portion Thereof, “Lying Within 500 Feet Of The Surface”, Granted In The Deed To Bixland Corporation, Recorded January 22, 1969, Book 5796, Official Records, Page 446.

2. The Undivided 1/4 Interest, “In And To All Oil, Gas, Hydrocarbons And Other Minerals”, Reserved In The Deed From Fred Pezzi, Et Al, Recorded November 2, 1965, Book 4985, Official Records, Page 351, Not Excepting, However, The Interest In That Portion Thereof, “Lying Within 500 Feet Of The Surface”, Granted In The Deed To Bixland Corporation, Recorded January 22, 1969, Book 5796, Official Records, Page 446. 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

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 14-3900-11 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件 包含一个信息摘要 참고사 항: 본 첨부 문서에 정보 요 약서가 있습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY PLEASE NOTE THAT PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(d)(1) THE ABOVE STATEMENT IS REQUIRED TO APPEAR ON THIS DOCUMENT BUT PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION IS NOT REQUIRED TO BE RECORDED OR PUBLISHED AND THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION NEED ONLY BE MAILED TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/30/2007. 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

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Title Order No.: 160021550 Trustee Sale No.: 16-00722A Reference No.: 1506049 APN No.: 011-500-079-6 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A NOTICE OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENT DATED 7/23/2015. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 8/11/2016 at 1:30 PM , A.S.A.P. Collection Services, as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Notice of Delinquent Assessment, recorded on 7/27/2015 as Document No. 20150155011 Book n/a Page n/a of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, property owned by: Nicolas L. Luna Sr. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a State or national bank, a check drawn by a state of 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: AT the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA Said sale shall be subject to a 90 day right of redemption period per the requirements of the California Civil Code section 5715(b). All rights, title and interest under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment in the property situated in said County, describing the land therein, under Assessors’ Parcel Number: 011500-079-6 The street address and other common designation, if any of the real property described above is purported to be: 5300 Gold Creek Circle Discovery Bay, CA 94505-2618 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 due under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment, with interest thereon, as provided in said notice, advances, if any, estimated fees, charges, and expenses of the Trustee, to-wit: $9,910.82 Estimated Accrued Interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale The claimant, The Lakes At Discovery Bay Homeowners Association under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment 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 and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. 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

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 00000005856562 Title Order No.: 730-1601644-70 FHA/ VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/22/2005. 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 & WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 11/29/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0458725-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: ROSANA M. NAVARRO AND ERNESTO P. NAVARRO, WIFE AND HUSBAND, 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: 08/15/2016 TIME OF SALE: 1:30 PM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PITTSBURG CIVIC CENTER NEAR THE GRASS LOCATED AT 65 CIVIC AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2468 DEL MAR CT, DISCOVERY BAY, CALIFORNIA 94514 APN#: 008-491029-8The 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 $452,219.66. 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

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Richard Paris California Law and Mediation, Inc. SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Phuong Bich Vo and Phuong Bich Vo CASE NUMBER: N16-1263 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Phuong Bich Vo and Phuong Bich Vo filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Phuong Bich Vo b. Phuong Bich Vo to Proposed Name: a. Vicki Phuong Vo. b. Patricia Vo. 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: 9-13-16 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 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: 7-14-16 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 021273 70480 Publish Dates: July 22, 29, August 5, 12, 2016.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20100015011050 Title Order No.: 100663068 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 01/09/2006. 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. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 01/19/2006 as Instrument No. 20060019196-00 , Amended by document entitled “Judgment Quieting Title and for Equitable Lien” Case No. MSC1201415, Dated April 5,2013, Executed by Superior Court Recorded April 15,2013 as Instrument No. 2013-0092933-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: DONALD R. LLOYD AND MINERVA BASCO LLOYD, HUSBAND AND WIFE, 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: 08/15/2016 TIME OF SALE: 1:30 PM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PITTSBURG CIVIC CENTER NEAR THE GRASS LOCATED AT 65 CIVIC AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA. APN#: 097-294-006-8 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 $388,832.47. 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 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 www.nationwideposting.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 20100015011050. 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: NATIONWIDE POSTING & PUBLICA-

TION A DIVISION OF FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY 916-939-0772 www.nationwideposting.com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT C O L L E C T O R A T T E M P T I N G T O COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP as Trustee 20955 Pathfinder Road, Suite 300 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (866) 7951852 Dated: 06/29/2016 NPP0285907 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 07/15/2016, 07/22/2016, 07/29/2016. Brentwood Press No: 02-1273 70364. Publish Dates: July 15, 22, 29, 2016.

916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site, www.nationwideposting.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 9948-0995. 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. 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. NBS Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 800-766-7751 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www. nationwideposting.com or Call: 916-9390772. NBS Default Services, LLC, Kim Coker, Foreclosure Associate This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. However, if you have received a discharge of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose personal liability upon you for payment of that debt. In the event you have received a bankruptcy discharge, any action to enforce the debt will be taken against the property only.

NPP0286468 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 07/22/2016, 07/29/2016, 08/05/2016, Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70448 Publish dates: July 22, 29, August 5, 2016.

ty: Brentwood Press Date: 06/27/16 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70324 Publish Dates: July 8, 15, 22, 29, 2016.

2017 on the tax roll in the same manner as its general taxes, and has filed with its Secretary a written report containing a description of each parcel of real property receiving sanitary sewerage service from said District and the amount of the charge for each such parcel. A copy of the report may be inspected at the Ironhouse Sanitary District Office, 450 Walnut Meadows Drive, Oakley, CA after July 18, 2016. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that on Tuesday, the 2nd day of August, 2016, at the hour of 7:00 p.m., at the regular meeting place of said Board, 450 Walnut Meadows Drive, Oakley, California, said Board will hear and consider all protests and objections to said report. Upon the conclusion of the hearing, the Board may adopt, revise, change, and reduce or modify any charge or overrule any or all objections and shall make its determination upon each charge as described in said report and the use of the tax roll. /s/ Susan V. Walde Secretary to the Board of Directors Publish: July 22, & 29, 2016. Oakley Press No: 03-0477 70397. Publish Dates: July 22, 29, 2016.

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 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 www.nationwideposting.comfor information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 00000005755855. 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: NATIONWIDE POSTING & PUBLICATION A DIVISION OF FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY 916-939-0772 www.nationwideposting.com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT C O L L E C T O R A T T E M P T I N G T O COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP as Trustee 20955 Pathfinder Road, Suite 300 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (866) 795-1852 Dated: 06/30/2016 NPP0286156 To: OAKLEY PRESS 07/15/2016, 07/22/2016, 07/29/2016. Oakley Press No: 03-0477 70375. Publish Dates: July 15, 22, 29, 2016.

the real property described above is purported to be: 2154 CONNIE LANE, OAKLEY, CA 94561 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 without covenant or warranty, express 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 if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated 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 obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $618,675.76 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a 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 California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. 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. 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 titleinsurance 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 In Source Logic at 702-659-7766 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Web site address listed below for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA08001324-15-1. 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. Date: June 28, 2016 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA08001324-15-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 949-2528300 TDD: 866-660-4288 Miguel Ochoa, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.insourcelogic.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: In Source Logic AT 702-659-7766 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ORDER NO. CA16-000359-3, PUB DATES: 07/15/2016, 07/22/2016, 07/29/2016.

Oakely Press No: 03-0477 70338. Publish Dates: July 15, 22, 29, 2016.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 9948-0995 TSG Order No.: 730-1603562-70 A.P.N.: 098-312-009-8 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05/26/2005. 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. NBS Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 06/09/2005 as Document No.: 2005-0206824-00, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by: JEFFERY L. LEONARD, A MARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by 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). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said Countyand state, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date & Time: 08/17/2016 at 01:30 PM Sale Location: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 36 OCEANVIEW DRIVE, BAY POINT (Unincorporated Area), CA 94565 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 in an “AS IS”condition, 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, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $411,132.19 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due.

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,

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Brian Hou SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Brian Hou CASE NUMBER: N16-1096 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Brian Hou filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Cheng Lu Hou b. AKA Brian Hou to Proposed Name: Brian Cheng Hou. 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: 08/08/16 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: 06/08/16 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70438 Publish Dates: July 15, 22, 29, August 5, 2016.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Johnathan Jeffrey Jimenez SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Johnathan Jeffrey Jimenez CASE NUMBER: N16-1177 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Johnathan Jeffrey Jimenez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a.

Johnathan Jeffrey Jimenez to Proposed Name: Johnathan Jimenez Cardinale. 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: 8/23/16 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 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 coun-

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Tammy Jean Barnhart SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Tammy Jean Barnhart CASE NUMBER: N16-1200 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Tammy Jean Barnhart filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Tammy Jean Barnhart to Proposed Name: Tammy Jean Lemke Strand.

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: 8/24/16 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 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: 6/29/16 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70336 Publish Dates: July 8, 15, 22, 29, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004085-00 The name of the business: Big Break Jiu-Jitsu Located at: 2105 Main St. In: Oakley, CA 94561 is hereby registered by the following owners: 1. Samantha Annexstein. 2. David Dean This business is conducted by: A Joint Venture. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Samantha Annexstein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 29, 2016 by Deputy A. Vasquez Expires 6-29-2021 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 70337 Publish dates: July 8, 15, 22, 29, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004509-00 The name of the business: D & L Trucking Located at: 215 Malicoat Avenue In: Oakley, CA 94561 is hereby registered by the following owner: David N Poston. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 6-1-2003. Signature of registrant: David N Poston. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 20, 2016

by Deputy V. Loredo Expires 7/20/2021 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 70537 Publish dates: July 29, August 5, 12, 19, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004510-00 The name of the business: Absolute Live Scan, Notary, and Accounting Services Located at: 215 Malicoat Avenue In: Oakley, CA 94561 is hereby registered by the following owner: Linda A. Pardini. 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: Linda A. Pardini. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 20, 2016 by Deputy V. Loredo Expires 7/20/2021 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 70535 Publish dates: July 29, August 5, 12, 19, 2016.

IRONHOUSE SANITARY DISTRICT NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON FISCAL YEAR 2016-2017 SEWER SERVICE CHARGES NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Section 5473 of the Health and Safety Code of the State of California, the Board of Directors of the Ironhouse Sanitary District has adopted its Ordinance No. 25, wherein it has elected to collect its sewer service charges for the fiscal year 2016-

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE Live Oak Storage, 1315 Main Street, Oakley Ca. 94561, has possessory lien on all of the goods stored in the prospective units below. The Goods are described as Furniture, Tools, and miscellaneous personal Property .Items being sold pursuant to the assertion of the lien on August 4, 2016 at 10:45 am. In order to collect the amounts due from you the sale will take place at 1315 Main Street, Oakley, Ca. 94561, County of Contra Costa, State of California, This Lien Sale is pursuant to Chapter 10, Section 21700-21716 of the California Self Service Storage Facility Act. 77 Thadeous Woodin 234 Kolbert Mattie 0-366 Shawn Schilling 812 Jose Beltran 937 Shawn Coffey 955 Tim Youngs Auction is to be held by and John Cardoza # 5860870. Owner reserves the right to bid at the sale. Purchase must be cash only paid at time of the sale. Sale is subject to prior cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Oakley Press No: 03-0477 70482. Publish Dates: July 22, 29, 2016.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 00000005755855 Title Order No.: 150339604 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 02/21/2006. 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. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 02/28/2006 as Instrument No. 20060061612-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: PEGGIE GARCIA, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN AND LANEY HOUSTON AND JEFF HOUSTON, WIFE AND HUSBAND, 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: 08/15/2016 TIME OF SALE: 1:30 PM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PITTSBURG CIVIC CENTER NEAR THE GRASS LOCATED AT 65 CIVIC AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 50 BLUE HERON CT, OAKLEY, CALIFORNIA 94561 APN#: 037-480-0399 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 $812,648.46. The beneficiary under said

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 041-300-010 TS No: CA0800132415-1 TO No: VTSG1597086 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED April 10, 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On August 9, 2016 at 10:00 AM, at the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on April 19, 2006, as Instrument No. 2006-0121724-00, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed

by ALEXANDER WHITE AND CHERYL Y. WHITE, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Trustor(s), in favor of WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of

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A man with several gunshot wounds was dropped off at an emergency room on the 3900 block of Lone Tree Way. July 21, 2:37 a.m., in Antioch

The following is a sample of recent activity reported by local law enforcement agencies.

BRENTWOOD July 11, 2:13 a.m. A person was battered and another person’s vehicle was vandalized on Wildcat Lane. The perpetrator fled the scene prior to police arrival.

July 11, 7:01 a.m. A person fell asleep at the wheel and collided with a fence on Brentwood Boulevard.

July 11, 12:57 p.m. An attempted burglary occurred on Demartini Lane.

July 11, 1:22 p.m. A resident’s information was fraudulently used to obtain a credit card and pay for dental work on Brentwood Boulevard.

July 11, 5:29 p.m. On Brentwood Boulevard, a person lost $400 through an online computer-repair scam.

July 11, 10:22 p.m. On Lone Tree Way, police arrested a person for possession of controlled substances and drug paraphernalia, driving on a suspended driver’s license and violation of probation.

July 12, 1:51 p.m. Three pairs of sunglasses valued at $1,020 were stolen on Sand Creek Road.

July 12, 8:24 p.m. During an altercation on Almond Street, a person threatened others with a knife. Police arrested the person and found them to also be in possession of suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.

July 13, 2:24 a.m. A person was arrested for possession of stolen property during a suspicious-circumstance investigation on Balfour Road.

July 13, 8:26 a.m. Officers arrested two people for possession of other people’s personal information and violation of probation on Broderick Drive.

July 13, 12:12 p.m. A man was assaulted by three men and robbed of his wallet and cell phone on Homecoming Way. July 13, 2:42 p.m. A person was placed under citizen’s arrest after he punched his father on Armstrong Way.

July 13, 8:50 p.m. A person was arrested for battery on Gregory Lane.

July 13, 11:03 p.m. A vehicle was stolen on Middlefield Court.

July 14, 8:05 a.m. A vehicle was stolen on Villa Terrace.

July 14, 8:53 a.m. A vehicle was stolen on Sycamore Avenue.

July 14, 9:13 a.m. A bicycle was stolen from a residence and another bicycle left at the scene on Walnut Boulevard.

July 14, 11:25 a.m. A four-car pile up took place on Sand Creek Road.

July 14, 11:26 a.m. A battery incident occurred on Cottonwood Commons.

July 14, 6:37 p.m. Two females and one man stole multiple make-up items from a business on Sand Creek Road.

July 14, 10:21 p.m. Police contacted a person after receiving a suspicious-person call and found the individual to be too intoxicated to care for himself on First Street.

OAKLEY July 17, 12:14 a.m. A person was arrested for DUI on Big Break Road and Vintage Parkway.

July 17, 8:33 a.m. Police investigated a disturbance of the peace on the 4700 block of Big Bear Road.

July 17, 10:55 a.m. Officers looked into a suspicious circumstance on the 1200 block of Walnut Meadows Drive.

July 17, 7:41 p.m. A burglary occurred on the 5000 block of Pitta Court.

July 17, 11:13 p.m. Police contacted people regarding a disturbance of the peace on the 4100 block of Blossom Court.

July 18, 8:28 a.m. Police arrested a person on the 1800 block of Santa Fe Street.

July 18, 10:22 a.m. A patrol looked into a suspicious circumstance on the 30 block of Bramante Court.

July 18, 4:06 p.m. Officers looked into a suspicious circumstance on the 4600 block of Duarte Avenue.

July 18, 9:38 p.m. A patrol intervened in a verbal dispute on the 4700 block of Bayside Way.

Like thepress.net July 19, 6:50 a.m. Police conducted a suspicious-vehicle stop on La Vista at Holly drives.

July 19, 9:38 a.m. Police intervened in a verbal dispute on the 1400 block of Gamay Circle.

July 19, 3:27 p.m. On the 200 block of East Cypress Road, officers arrested a person regarding a corporal injury incident.

July 19, 5:14 p.m. Officers arrested a person for possession of stolen property on Neroly Road and Frandoras Circle.

July 19, 6:36 p.m. Police investigated a missing adult on the 700 block of Calico Way. July 19, 10:29 p.m. A patrol investigated an assault with a deadly weapon on Las Dunas at O’Hara avenues.

July 20, 8:12 a.m. Officers contacted people for disturbing the peace on the 4200 block of Salgado Avenue.

July 20, 1:42 p.m. Police arrested a person for evading an officer on Robert Way at Teresa Lane.

July 20, 5:19 p.m. A patrol conducted a suspicious-vehicle stop on Brown Road at Jasmine Circle.

July 20, 10:28 p.m. Police arrested a person for assault with a deadly weapon on the 700 block of Solitude Drive.

July 21, 3:56 p.m. Officers investigated a battery on the 800 block of Weibel Circle.

July 21, 4:06 p.m. A patrol conducted a suspicious-person stop on the 4000 block of Haley Court.

July 21, 9:56 p.m. Police intervened in a verbal dispute on the 2300 block of Knox Lane.

July 22, 1:58 a.m. Police responded to a domestic disturbance on the 10 block of Graham Court.

July 22, 11:48 a.m. Officers intervened in a verbal dispute on the 200 block of Star Street.

July 22, 8:21 p.m. A patrol intervened in a domestic disturbance on Empire Avenue at Laurel Road.

ANTIOCH July 17, 12:56 p.m. A burglary occurred on the 400 block of H Street.

July 17, 7:46 p.m. A burglary occurred on the 3900 block of Delta Fair Boulevard.

July 17, 10:00 p.m. A person was robbed at gunpoint and hit with the gun on the 1900 block of Johnson Drive.

July 17, 10:35 p.m. An assault occurred on the 1100 block of East 18th Street.

July 18, 12:29 p.m. A property was burglarized on the 1900 block of D Street.

July 18, 12:56 p.m. A woman was robbed at gunpoint on the 2600 block of Somersville Road.

July 18, 7:46 p.m. A home was burglarized on the 5100 block of Tehachapi Way. July 19, 11:46 a.m. A burglary occurred on the 4600 block of Silvercrest Way. July 19, 5:37 p.m. A home was burglarized on the 400 block of Grangnelli Avenue.

July 19, 8:36 p.m. A home was burglarized on the 2800 block of Lincoln Lane.

July 20, 9:39 a.m. Three men robbed a group at knifepoint on Hillcrest Avenue at Laurel Road.

July 21, 2:37 a.m. A man with several gunshot wounds was dropped off at an emergency room on the 3900 block of Lone Tree Way. July 21, 10:03 a.m. A person was robbed on the 2500 block of Somersville Road.

July 21, 10:32 a.m. A burglary occurred on the 2700 block of Violet Court.

July 21, 1:01 p.m. A neighbor reported a burglary in progress on the 2310 block of Yorkshire Drive.

July 21, 1:25 p.m. A burglary occurred on the 500 block of Black Oak Court.

July 21, 10:22 p.m. A person was robbed on the 900 block of West 5th Street.

July 22, 4:53 a.m. A business was robbed on the 2100 block of Somersville Road.

July 22, 2:25 p.m. A woman was robbed on the 5100 block of Lone Tree Way. July 22, 10:15 p.m. A burglary occurred on the 4800 block of Knollcrest Drive.

July 23, 12:31 a.m. A burglary occurred on the 2200 block of San Jose Drive.

July 23, 8:11 p.m. A woman was beaten and abducted on the 2300 block of Sycamore Drive.

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The (UUT) would be based on district residents’ electricity, gas, telecommunications and cable services, said Brentwood City Manager Gus Vina. If approved by voters, it would start at 3 percent of utility fees in 2017 and rise to 6 percent in 2018 to align with the building of one station and the likely reopening of another.

Under the proposed plan, the city would use the UUT and development and community-facility district fees for startup and operating costs. That process likely includes building at least one station and reopening Station 54, although the details are yet to be finalized.

Potential new station locations include near Shady Willow on city-owned land, and one in an undetermined location in the northeast part of town. The Shady Willow spot would cost about $5.3 million to build and equip with resources, while the other site would set the city back $7 million, since land would first need to be purchased.

Vice Mayor Joel Bryant, president of the fire board, said the additional

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help is sorely needed.

“When a person has called 911 in the past few months in this district, there have been times of up to eight hours (when) there was no local response available,” he said.

The fire district’s financial problems stem almost entirely from its propertytax allocation being set with the approval of Proposition 13 in 1978, when volunteer departments were sufficient to cover far East County. Its current allocation of eight cents per propertytax dollar is about half the amount of most other departments in the county.

Attempts to bring in more revenue – a parcel tax in 2012 and a proposed benefit assessment last year have failed.

Vina said he is confident that the

UUT proposal will break that string of failures.

The UUT requires only a simple majority to pass, as opposed to the twothirds threshold needed for a parcel tax.

There are UUTs in place in more than 150 cities in the state and at least four counties, including Alameda, San Francisco and Sacramento.

However, challenges still lie ahead.

An independent task force, which was launched to propose ideas to help the district, recently concluded that a 6.5 percent UUT, increasing annually at one percent up to 9.5 percent, would not likely pass in Brentwood, Oakley or the unincorporated areas of the district if put on the November ballot. About 41 percent of Brentwood residents approved of the measure, well short of the 50 percent needed for passage.

However, similar questions in the poll yield reason for optimism, Vina said. Two-thirds of Brentwood residents agreed there is an additional need for funding, 71 percent think favorably of the council and 72 percent of residents agreed that enough firefighters should be hired to carry out best-practice standards.

This week, residents had mixed reactions about the proposal.

“This is a balanced, responsible plan that seeks the minimum necessary in new tax income to meet an urgent civic need,” said Steve Smith, a Brentwood resident.

Resident Hal Bray, who is spearheading a tax reallocation plan in the hopes of bringing more money into the district, said he’s concerned about the proposal.

“One of the concerns about the utility-user tax is that the revenue doesn’t go to the fire district, the revenue goes to the city,” he said. “I’m not sure that ensuring that it would go to the fire district would mean that it would be legally-bound to go to the fire district.”

Vina said that if the measure were approved, a memorandum of understanding between the city and the fire district would be created to assure residents that the funds are used on Brentwood stations. In addition, if a property-tax reallocation plan is successful and it raises the same revenue as brought in by the UUT, the council would be in a position to repeal the tax.

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cluding Lawrence v. Texas, 2003, and Obergefell v. Hodges, 2015.

While the state’s framework has been adopted, local school districts are working to study the framework and create new curriculum, including selecting new textbooks containing the curriculum, as required by California law. According to the Brentwood Union School District Superintendent Dana Eaton, the district will use the 2016 to 2017 school year as a knowledge-building year, with a pilot program in 2017 to 2018, and the expectation of fully implementing new curriculum in 2018 to 2019.

“Our teachers are continually updating their lessons to align with state standards,” said Eaton.

Oakley Union Elementary School District Superintendent Greg Hetrick is looking forward to the changes.

“We are hoping the new curriculum will be able to serve as yet another example of what being a good person is and support our school-wide efforts to fully include all students, celebrate diversity and help rid our schools of bullying,” said Hetrick.

According to Byron Union School District Superintendent Debbie Gold,

Byron teachers will work with other school districts in Contra Costa County to develop and implement the curriculum.

“Byron hopes it will address antibullying,” said Gold.

The Antioch Union School District (AUSD) is working with a nonprofit organization, Facing History and Ourselves, to develop new curriculum.

“The focus of the work has been in inclusive classroom practices, eliminating stereotype threats and eliminating the effects of implicit bias,” said AUSD Superintendent Stephanie Anello.

Both the BUSD and OUESD are partnering with the UC Berkeley History-Social Science Project, which has been working with the state on the history framework itself.

While the changes in curriculum might come as a surprise to some, they have been in the works for the past four years, since state legislation was passed mandating the addition of LGBT Americans and people with disabilities to California Public School curriculum, which must include instruction and appear in textbooks.

Parents of children in the school

district have mixed emotions.

“I’m glad my daughter will eventually get to learn about these topics, because they’re important to her education, but teachers already have such a full load,” said Brentwood Resident Jennifer Van Buskirk.

Other parents are concerned the new curriculum will impact student proficiency scores in other subject areas.

“I think that all education is valuable, but when our schools have a 25 percent proficiency rate for math or 44 percent for English, I think that we need to reconsider adding more to our childrens’ and teachers’ plates, and instead focus on succeeding in the current standards first,” said Antioch resident Jill Graham.

Others hope it will help decrease bullying in schools.

“I believe it will help with kids who are struggling to come out,” said Brentwood resident Kimberley Ramos.

“I’ve seen a lot of near-suicidal kids, just because they’re afraid to come out to their parents, as well as their peers.”

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take a stand, but we are ultimately going to let our citizens decide.

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Brentwood Mayor Bob Taylor

LEGAL NOTICES

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Brentwood will, at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the normal course of business permits on August 9, 2016, hold a public hearing to consider: An application for the following entitlements to accommodate development of the Catchings Ranch project: • a mitigated negative declaration prepared in support of the project; and • a vesting tentative subdivision map

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(VTSM 9424), subdividing two parcels totaling 8.03 acres into 24 single-family residential lots, including an exception to the density transition policy for seven lots.

The project site is located west of Minnesota Avenue, south of Pondlilly Lane, and north of Balfour Road (APNs 012030-007 and 025).

Applicant: Pacific Union Land Company (DBA “Brentwood 24 Investors LP”) On July 19, 2016, the Planning Commission held a public hearing to consider the application and recommended that the City Council approve the mitigated negative declaration and the vesting tentative subdivision map. The Planning Commission also approved a design review (DR 16-002) for three house plans to be constructed on the 24 lots.

Said hearing will be held at the City Council Chambers, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California.

Further information may be obtained from Senior Planner Jeff Zilm [(925) 516-5136 or jzilm@brentwoodca.gov] in the Community Development Department of the City of Brentwood, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California 94513. Before any court challenge of Planning Commission decisions, you are required to appeal the decision to the City Council no later than the time period provided under the City’s Municipal Code. In addition you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Brentwood Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. Brentwood Press No: 02-1273 70563 Publish Date: July 29, 2016.

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For print, email your events to calendar@brentwoodpress.com one week prior to publication. For online, post your events for free on The Press Community Calendar www.thepress.net/calendar.

Events Friday, July 29 Starry Nights City of Brentwood presents the RJAE HAAS BAND, a blues and classic rock band, in City Park, 710 Second St., in Brentwood, at 7 p.m.

All patrons are asked to follow park rules before, during, and after the concerts. No dogs, no glass containers, and no audio or video recording devices. Ample parking is available Bring your family, chairs, blankets, and a picnic dinner. For more information, 925-516-5400.

“Oliver!”

Brentwood Theater Company presents “Oliver!” at 850 Second St., in Brentwood, July 29 and 30, at 7:30 p.m., and July 31, at 2 p.m. For more information or to reserve seats, visit www. thebrentwoodtheater.org or call 925-513-3863.

MOWSOS Breakfast

Meals on Wheels and Senior Outreach Services host a breakfast for those interested in volunteering for their Meals on Wheels program, at The Commons at Dallas Ranch, 4751 Dallas Ranch Road, in Antioch, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.

MOWSOS is looking for drivers to volunteer two hours per week to deliver food to a homebound senior in Antioch, Bay Point or Pittsburg. In addition to a free breakfast, each person gets a raffle ticket for prizes. For more information, call Susannah Meyer at 925-954-8736 or visit mowsos.org.

Saturday, July 30 Back to School

BeginAgains 4 Kids is hosting a back-to-school event, at 8157 Brentwood Blvd., in Brentwood, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bring the family for face painting by Wandie; check out the back to school savings rack; shop local vendors; receive a free gift for the kids; and enter to win a prize. For more information, call 925-626-5202.

Comedy Night

Brentwood Veterans Memorial Hall presents a comedy night featuring Michael Mancini, at 757 First St., in Brentwood, starting at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10. For tickets or more information, call George Hodgerney at 925-813-0939.

Sunday, August 14 Yoga Fundraiser

Live Love Yoga is holding a free, donationbased yoga class at Creekside Park, 1010 Claremont Dr., in Brentwood, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. All proceeds benefit the families of fallen officers in Dallas and Baton Rouge. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/2aG6jnt.

Sign-ups

Get a Garden Workshop

Contra Costa Water District presents the Lose the Lawn, Get a Garden workshop, at 1331 Concord Ave., in Concord, from 9 a.m. to noon. Learn how to replace your lawn with a beautiful, water-wise landscape. Experts will provide advice on landscape design, plants and drip irrigation. The workshop is free. To register or for more information, visit http://goo.gl/O2gUXi.

Mental Illness Class

The Contra Costa County affiliate of National Alliance for Mental Illness is holding the Family to Family Education Course series, on Mondays, from 7 to 9:30 p.m., starting Sept. 19, for 12 weeks. Learn facts and tools to help with the challenges of a mental disorder. Some subjects covered are symptoms and treatment of major mental illness such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia

and depression; brain biology, skill training, emotional support and recovery solutions.

For more information or to register, contact Nancy Seibert at fam2fam4u@gmail.com or call 925-285-5995.

Gentle Yoga

Brentwood Parks and Recreation is offering Gentle Yoga with Debbie Cabusas, at the Brentwood Senior Activity Center, 193 Griffith Lane, in Brentwood, on Mondays, from Aug. 1 through Sept. 19, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., and Wednesdays, Aug. 3 through Sept. 21, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Yoga poses will be explored to increase flexibility, tone the body and improve breathing and balance. Modifications ensure comfort and safety. A yoga mat and blanket is required for each participant. For more information or to register, call 925-516-5444.

Microsoft Mini Workshops

Liberty Adult Education is offering mini workshops using Microsoft Office Suite at 929 Second St., in Brentwood, Mondays from 6 to 9 p.m. Aug. 1 is pivot tables using Excel; Aug. 8 is managing computer files using Windows; and Aug. 15 is contact lists and calendars using Outlook. Cost is $25 per class. For more information or to register, call 925-634-2565.

Microsoft Office Class

Liberty Adult Education is offering a Microsoft Office Suite 2013 class at 929 Second St., in Brentwood, Wednesdays from Aug. 3 through Sept. 28 from 6 to 9 p.m. Students can focus on any of the applications in the suite including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook. Cost is $115, plus a textbook and a USB flash drive. For more information or to register, call 925-634-2565.

Bookkeeping, Accounting Class

Liberty Adult Education is offering a bookkeeping and accounting course covering terms, concepts and applications of a double-entry accounting system for a service business at 929 Second St., in Brentwood, on Thursdays, from Aug. 4 through Sept. 29, from 6 to 9 p.m. Learn to effectively deal with chart accounts, assets, liabilities and equity accounts, and apply basic rules of accounting principles. Cost is $115, plus a textbook and access cards for an online workbook and automated accounting. For more information or to register, call 925-634-2565.

QuickBooks Class

Liberty Adult Education is offering a QuickBooks course at 929 Second St., in Brentwood, on Mondays, from Aug. 22 through Nov. 14, from 6 to 9 p.m. No class is scheduled on Sept. 5 and Oct. 3.

Learn to effectively deal with customers, vendors and banking transactions, and expand knowledge on managing inventory and working with balance sheets, payroll and sales tax. Cost is $150, plus a textbook and a USB flash drive. For more information or to register, call 925-634-2565.

Beginning, Intermediate Yoga

Liberty Adult Education is offering Beginning/ Intermediate Yoga with Debbie Cabusas, at 929 Second St., in Brentwood, on Wednesdays, Aug. 3 through Sept. 21, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Improve flexibility, breathing, balance and strength, while having fun. Modifications ensure comfort and safety. A yoga mat and blanket are required. Cost is $50. For more information or to register, call 925-634-2565.

Paralegal Classes

Liberty Adult Education is offering 11 paralegal classes, from Aug. 1 through Oct. 10, from 6 to 10 p.m. Cost for the classes is $105. For more information or to register, visit libertyadulted.org or call 925-634-2565.

Volunteer Drivers Needed

Meals on Wheels is looking for volunteer drivers to deliver meals to homebound seniors in the surrounding areas. Drivers are needed Monday through Friday, between 10:30 a.m. and 12:30

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Hula Classes

Halau Kawaikahe Lani Malie is now accepting new students, 8 years old and older, to join hula classes. Learn the beauty, art and meaning of hula dancing and the history of the Hawaiian people and its language. Classes are every other Friday, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., in Brentwood. For more information, call Kapi’olani at 925-550-5656.

GED Preparation Classes

Liberty Adult Education presents two open entry and exit GED preparation classes, at 929 Second St., in Brentwood, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., and Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 6 to 9 p.m.

Registration is free, and the only cost is for the textbook. For more information and to register, call 925-634-2565.

Community Meetings Parkinson’s Support Group

Delta Shadow Boxers Parkinson’s Support Group meets on the third Wednesday of each month, at 1036 Pacific Grove Court, in Brentwood, at 7 p.m. For more information, call Sue and Duane Schnittker at 925-550-2756.

Mobile Home Owners Advocacy Group

Golden State Manufactured Home Owners League Chapter 196 is hosting a monthly meeting at Eagle City Mobile Home Park, 2333 Main St., in Oakley, on the first Saturday of each month except December, from 10 a.m. to noon. The league teaches mobile home owners their legal rights and how to defend themselves when rights are violated. Mobile home owners living in Oakley, Bethal Island, Knightsen, Byron, Brentwood or Antioch are welcome to the invitation only meeting. For more information, visit GSMOL.org. To rsvp, call 925-625-6251.

GSMOL Bi-Weekly Class

Golden State Manufactured Home Owners League Chapter 196 hosts an education class the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at Eagle City Mobile Home Park clubhouse, 2333 Main St., in Oakley, from 4:30 - 6 p.m. Facilitator Glorie Illian discusses important topics related to mobile home living such as Emergency Preparedness (Pets and Humans), Mobile home maintenance and more.

Attendees should come prepared to take notes. To rsvp, please call 925-625-6251.

CSBA West Delta Chapter

The California Striped Bass Association West Delta Chapter hosts a monthly dinner meeting at Bridge Marina Yacht Club, 20 Fleming Lane, in Antioch, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the second Thursday of the month. Cost is $15. CSBA is a nonprofit fishing club dedicated to preserving the striped bass fishery and the Delta, and to promoting youth fishing. Reservations are preferred, please call 925-699-1699. For more information, email Tom Coss at tomcoss8@comcast.net.

MS Support Group

The free MS support group meets the third Thursday of each month at Kaiser, 4501 Sand Creek Road, Antioch, room 2H2 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. For more information, call Sue at 925-813-9069.

Spinal Cord and Traumatic Brain Injury Peer Support Group

Harvest Time Church invites all members of the community – all ages, survivors, families, friends and caregivers – to meet at Harvest Time Church, 2200 Ventura Drive, in Brentwood, the first Wednesday of the month at 1 p.m. For more information, call Jessica at 925-219-2126.

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