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Living The Good Life
by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer
The hotly contested debate over the proposed urban limit line expansion initiative in Brentwood is heating up even more, with both sides recently submitting their official ballot arguments in advance of November’s community vote. The proposed measure — spearheaded by a group of local developers, including longtime Brentwood farmer and developer Ron Nunn — would move the mark at which urban development must stop, clearing the way for a proposed 815-acre project of up to 2,400 residential units (at least 80% age-restricted, active adult-specific), with other elements, situated north of Balfour Road, east of Deer Valley Road and west see ULL page 18A
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renden Bell (8) rushes as the Liberty Lions, 2018 state champions, get their season off to good start with a 49-24 victory over Vacaville High School in Vacaville, Friday, Aug. 23. Though they got the victory, the Lions defense allowed more points than they did against any team in the 2018 season. They travel to Oakdale High School Friday, Aug. 30. Read the full story on page 12A. To view a video and a slideshow of the event, visit www.thepress.net/multimedia
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Vote for State proposes plan for levees AJAX Teams The Best Clean Up by Tony Kukulich
There’s still time to vote for your favorite Brentwood businesses! The Best of Brentwood ballot is online at www.thepress.net, and the deadline to submit your votes is Tuesday, Sept. 3, at 5 p.m. If you prefer to submit a printed ballot , you can pick one up at The Press offices, 248 Oak St. Don’t miss your chance to cheer about your favorite Brentwood establishments – and there is something in it for you too. Three ballots will be randomly chosen, and each winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to Sweeney’s Grill & Bar. So don’t delay – vote today!
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Last week, the Delta Stewardship Council (DSC) held a public hearing to review proposed changes to how spending decisions on the maintenance of Delta levees are made, and the plan — known as the Delta Levee Investment Strategy (DLIS) — has drawn criticism from several sources. Among the criticisms leveled at the DLIS is a concern that Delta towns, including Discovery Bay and Rio Vista, were ranked second among the three risk classifications, and heritage towns like Courtland, Hood, Walnut Grove and Locke received the lowest risk classification. Meanwhile, it’s asserted by critics like Deirdre Des Jardins,
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principal with California Water Research, that islands and tracts related to the export of Delta water via the State Water Project received the highest prioritization. “Shifting state taxpayer funds to pay for improvements to Sherman Island and Twitchell Island from Rio Vista, Discovery Bay and North Delta legacy towns may not increase water supply reliability and may have significant impacts on small businesses, life and property in the Delta,” wrote Des Jardins in a letter to the DSC. Urban levees in West Sacramento and Stockton did receive top-tier prioritization, as did Bethel Island — a fact Des Jardins noted in a blog post where she called investment in those areas “important.”
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There are, according to the DSC, approximately 1,100 miles of levees in the region defined as the Delta. The levees play a critical role protecting homes, businesses, agricultural areas, historical landmarks and the state’s water delivery infrastructure from flooding. The area is also home to more than 500,000 residents. A catastrophic levee failure could result in a loss of life, property damage and a disruption of water supplies, in addition to other possible consequences. “The Delta Reform Act (of 2009) created the Delta Stewardship Council and laid out some directives that we were to accomplish,” explained Erin Mullin, senior water resources
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CityRead returns to Brentwood Library by Dawnmarie Fehr Correspondent
One of the Brentwood Library’s most popular programs is returning this month: CityRead. Now in its 17th year, CityRead is coming back with a Russian twist and gearing up to be one of the library’s most exciting events yet. The program, begun by a former library employee, is designed to foster community discussion about books by encouraging an entire community to read the same book at the same time. This year’s book, “The Romanov Empress,” chronicles the life of Maria Feodorovna, a Danish princess who rose to the heights of Imperial Russia and the Romanov dynasty, only to witness its downfall. “I really enjoyed it,” said Liz Fuller, senior community library manager. “I don’t know anything about Russian history ... but I learned a lot, and you just get a more personal sense of what the family was struggling through during this time of revolution and upheaval.”
The book’s author, C.W. Gortner, lives in San Francisco and will be speaking at the library on Oct. 23. He has written several historical novels about intriguing women, including Isabella of Castile, Catherine de Medici and Coco Chanel. “It’s such an unexpected honor for me,” said Gortner of his novel’s selection. “I grew up in a part of Spain that didn’t have public libraries, so to me, libraries have always been magical places to escape and find new worlds. I’m very excited to be part of Brentwood Reads.” Fuller said she and a panel of avid readers meet each January and begin talking books. The criteria for a CityRead selection are that authors are local enough to come speak, and the book is something they all enjoy. “The Romanov Empress” turned out to be just such a book.
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those away to the winners, and the county agreed to purchase more copies, so we are getting more copies catalogued that people can check out.” The new books will be unveiled on the CityRead official kick-off date of Sept. 9. CityRead has been sponsored through the years by community partners, including the Friends of the Brentwood Library, the Brentwood Art Society, the Brentwood Rotary and the Lions Clubs of Brentwood and Discovery Bay. Drawings for free copies of “The Romanov Empress” will be held on Fridays. To enter, fill out a card at the library’s front desk and place in the box. Only one card per person. Entrants need not be present to win. For more information on CityRead, call the Brentwood Library at 925-516-5290 or visit www.ccclib.org. For information on the library’s programming to go with “The Romanov Empress,” including Gortner’s appearance, visit www.guides.ccclib.org/ OneCityOneBook2019. To comment, visit www.thepress.net
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July 18, 1928 – March 30, 2019 Delfina Ulcnik, 90, passed away Saturday, March 30, at her residence in Brentwood. She was born in Argentina on July 18, 1928. She married Mirko Ulcnik in 1952, and they raised three children. They moved to the U.S. in 1965. She loved to garden and color. Delfina is survived by her children, Elena, Alberto and Jorgelina; her grandchildren, Stephan, Cristina and Mariah; and her great-grandkids, Sonny, Callum and Lucius. She will forever be cherished by all the lives she has touched.
We happily announce the wedding of Zachary Klezmer and Alexa Visconti, married at San Francisco City Hall on Aug. 12, 2019, witnessed by family and friends. Alexa is a 2010 graduate of Heritage High School and 2016 graduate of CSU, East Bay. Zachary is a 2010 graduate of Liberty High School and 2015 graduate of CSU, Chico. They grew up in Brentwood and met at Edna Hill Middle School. Photo courtesy of Alexa Visconti
OBITUARY Phillip Reid
Dec. 6, 1956 – July 24, 2019 Phillip Reid, 62, of Placerville, California, passed away in the evening hours of Wednesday, July 24, in his home. Phil was born Dec. 6, 1956, at Letterman Hospital in San Francisco, to Phillip Reid Sr. and Doris Cole (Masetti). He attended school at Cappuccino High School in Millbrae, California, where he excelled in his studies and joined the band. During that time, he played the flute and the saxophone. He also played with his band at Candlestick Park in San Francisco. Phil loved people and was always comfortable being the center of attention. His quick wit and charming personality were the perfect combination of what made Phil “Phil.” He spent the majority
of his professional career tending bar, surrounded by family and friends, and friends who became family. He was happy, full of love and lived life to the fullest. In September 1985, his life was forever changed as he and Lorraine Barragan welcomed their first daughter, Angela Christine Reid, “Little One,” into the world. Shortly after, in May 1987, his second wonderful blessing, Jeanette Mae Reid, “Baby Girl,” was born. From then on, he no longer lived for himself, but for his daughters, whom he loved with every fiber of his being. He is survived by his two daughters, Angela (Dan Rutherford) Reid, 33, and Jeanette (Levi Ogden) Reid, 32; and Danny O’Kane, Judy Mobley, Sabrina Mobley and Brian Mobley, who, though not biologically his, he loved just the same.
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Phil is survived by thirteen grandchildren; his first wife, Cathy Gilbert; and the mother of his children, Lorraine Barragan. He is also survived by his mother, Doris Cole; stepfather, Murray Cole; brother, Mark Reid; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Phillip Reid Sr., and his dad, Henry “Butch” Puertas. A celebration of life will be held for Phil on Sept. 13 at 1 p.m. at Green Valley Community Church in Placerville. He was a man who loved abundantly, protected fiercely and gave freely. He was taken far too early and left a void that can never be “Philled.” We love you more than our hearts can handle and miss you more than can be put into words. Until we meet again. <3
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Byron immigration forum helps local residents “ It’s not about people
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A multi-resource immigration forum at Byron’s St. Anne Church helped over 100 people Saturday, Aug. 24, thanks to Faith In Action East Bay (FIAEB) and other advocacy and public service groups. The event included several services and presentations, including: a “Know Your Rights” presentation, information on what to do in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids, sign-ups for medical and food benefits, consultations with immigration attorneys, “Clean Slate” criminal record clearing for eligible candidates and more. All resources were free, with the exception of Clean Slate fingerprinting. Emma Paulino, co-director of organizing and leadership at FIAEB — which is based in Oakland — said she was impressed with the turnout, which was at least twice the number of people who attended the event at the church last year. After holding several immigration forums in Alameda County, Paulino was glad to organize this event for Contra Costa County after meeting with St. Anne Church’s pastor to gauge interest. “(Bringing these resources to) East Contra Costa County is important, because places like Byron don’t have the services that people need,” Paulino said. “People are leaving here, getting what they need.”
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Faith In Action East Bay, alongside several other advocacy and public service groups, led an immigration forum at St. Anne Church in Byron, Saturday, Aug. 24, helping over 100 local residents. More than 90 people had one-on-one consultations with immigration lawyers, and most people attended the event for more than one service, she said. “People may not know how to protect themselves. We want them to have information on what to do ... When they are interacting with ICE, they can be silent; they don’t have to sign anything,” Paulino said. “It’s not about people who are undocumented. It’s about people who are of color, people who are poor, being targeted.” She advises anyone who has been detained by ICE or is in need of immigration
legal services to call Stand Together Contra Costa’s 24-hour rapid response hotline at 925-900-5151. Paulino and FIAEB are glad that community members in need are being helped by the services, but she doesn’t want efforts to stop here. “My hope is that people will continue organizing to build power and bring the community together,” she said. “Anything can happen when people come together.” Looking forward, Paulino and FIAEB hope to continue empowering the people they serve through other avenues,
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Culinary arts facility coming by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer
Brentwood’s Liberty Union High School District is in the process of cooking up a new way to bring Heritage High students into the culinary arts. Crews are constructing an on-campus classroom building that includes a kitchen, patio and small garden to serve students in a new program expected to incorporate food service, hospitality, recreation and tourism elements. “It really is a unique, hands-on approach to culinary arts, and it’s going to provide our students another pathway to pursue career technical education,” said Heritage Principal Carrie Wells. Scheduled to launch in August 2020, the up-to-three course opportunity will allow students to pick up basic culinary skills, food-handling certification and experience in catering, restaurant management, tourism and recreation. Expected course titles are: Introduction to Hospitality, Tourism and Recreation; Intermediate Food Service and Hospitality; and Advanced Food Service and Hospitality, which could feature an internship component. “Not everyone who goes into food services is cooking food,” Wells said. “Our vision is that, yes, there would be a culinary component where they would have hands-on experience with food prep
and handling, but we also want to work cross-curricularly with some of our classes to bring in that business component, as well.” Wells said the culinary arts initiative grew out of district and community discussions over what industry the immediate area could serve, following the passage of Measure U, a $122 million district bond measure approved by area voters in 2016. “It was decided that with all the agriculture in the area, and particularly food industry agriculture, a culinary arts program would support some of the local businesses,” she said. The culinary arts classes will be served in the evolving Measure U-funded facility that will feature a teaching space, fully functional kitchen, small garden and patio — ideal for students at lunch or as a gathering spot for school or community events that could incorporate the kitchen’s use. The facility broke ground in April, to the left of the school’s multipurpose room, and is set for completion in December. A committee comprising parents, outside community members, teachers, administration and school district personnel has also met numerous times to hash out key elements of the future endeavor, including courses offered, curriculum, and the ideal traits of the program’s
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Frozen out of Brentwood, the Big Chill ice skating rink has found a warm welcome in the city of Pittsburg. Polarsports LLC, which ran the Big Chill holiday ice rink at the Streets of Brentwood for two years, has signed a three-year agreement to run a rink at John Buckley Square — Pittsburg’s downtown city park — from Nov. 22 to Jan. 20. City Manager Garrett Evans told the city council at a recent meeting, “This could be Brentwood’s loss and Pittsburg’s gain,” as he and city engineer Richard Abono outlined the plans for a $120,000 agreement with Paul Bates’ Polarsports company. Management at the Brentwood mall had earlier this year informed Bates that it would not renew its lease this year. “We would have loved to have stayed in Brentwood for years, but it didn’t work out,” Bates said recently. He further noted that attempts to relocate within Brentwood didn’t pan out. Abono explained to the council that John Buckley Square was originally designed and built with the infrastructure to accommodate installation of an ice rink. “We reached out (to Polarsports)
as soon as we found out,” said Kolette Simonton, assistant director of the Pittsburg economic development department. Bates praised the “overwhelming support” he’s received from Pittsburg’s city staff and community. The ice rink proposal passed a unanimous vote of the city council on Aug. 19. “It’s a very short time period to get the project up and running,” Simonton noted, “but we’re working hard and looking forward to our relationship with Big Chill.” Evans told the council, “The idea is to bring people downtown to showcase just how special the city of Pittsburg really is.” Abono said the vendor plans to hire 60 seasonal workers during the rink’s run. The city will share 50% of revenues, after gross income reaches $200,000. Weekday rink tickets will cost $12 for adults and $6 for children, while weekend tickets will run $15 for adults and $10 for children. Tickets include ice skates (discounts will apply for those who bring their own skates). Polar Bear Skate Aids are also available for rent. John Buckley Square is at 525 Railroad Ave. in Pittsburg. For more information, visit www. bigchillevents.com.
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Editor: Once seen as a shining light of hope and prosperity, the U.S. has now become a country of contempt. Its people are divided amongst themselves. Morality has declined to a steady beat of deeper complacency. Nothing is considered pure and lovely. Nothing is sacred or enduring. Not even human life. Lewdness, vileness, filthy language and murder have replaced kindness, decency, integrity and consideration, and it’s accepted, as well as filthy television programming that has demeaned the American family, making it look weak, shallow and perverse. Parents are being blinded to the horrors of sexual immorality in our once shining society. Men don’t know they are men, women don’t know they are women, and we’re alright with that? The once lovely and sacred intimacies between a man and woman has been degraded to a vile act between two people by just a glance. Our children’s bodies are for sale due to the style of dress put out there by designers who are probably men, particularly for girls. Their innocence is placed daily on a filthy platter of social media. Shame on those who turn a blind eye to it. This is the road being paved for our future generation – a shame-based society, a shame-based lifestyle, a life of immorality, chaos and filth. Wake up from your slumber, America. Get your heads out of your electronic devices and look at what is happening right in front of you, in your own households. Don’t allow your sons and daughters to place their bodies on display for all to see. Protect their purity. It isn’t body shaming; body shaming is when you display it like it’s not worth anything, like a cheap plastic toy at the 99¢ store. You would protect your diamonds and jewels by placing them in velvet, covering them so they don’t collect dust or get stolen? You place your expensive cars in the garage and under car covers. We should value our children this same way. They are priceless and so valuable, so special, and they should know this so they learn to value
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Editor: Trump’s school of conmen and grifters teaches three basic rules to sell snake oil. One: Lie, and keep lying until the idiots believe you. Two: Pick one thing about what you are selling that sounds good, and keep repeating it to the mark. Three: Never admit you are up to something behind the backs of your audience. Ron Nunn and the olive oil king did very well in that school. They are following the rules of The Donald very well. They have chosen to use traffic mitigation on American Avenue as their top selling point. They are bragging all over how they will continue American around back to Balfour, thereby mitigating the daily traffic scramble at the two schools. Then, they proudly point to the fact they are willing to widen Balfour to four lanes all the way to Deer Valley Road. Here’s what they are not telling the public: The traffic issue on American is caused by school traffic, about 45 minutes in the morning and the same in the afternoon, five days a week, only when school is in session. A four-lane Balfour, with all the traffic from their housing development dumping onto a narrow, winding, Deer Valley Road, a two-lane road they do not plan to improve. That is going to be a dangerous nightmare. And finally, there are currently around 5,000 homes pre-approved for Brentwood, all within the voter-passed ULL. How about we let that build-out be completed before we even consider adding their proposed blight to the west side of Brentwood? Bill Sumner Brentwood
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Lions roar to victory in first game of season Liberty quarterback Jay Butterfield (9) prepares to pass during the Lions’ 49-24 victory over Vacaville. Butterfield completed 15 of 25 passes for 311 yards and two touchdowns.
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Brentwood’s reigning state champion Liberty High School football team rolled into Vacaville High School last week to kick off another season. And in familiar fashion, they rolled away with a victory: 49-24 over the Bulldogs. Lions quarterback Jay Butterfield completed 15 of 25 passes for 311 yards and two touchdowns; running back Brenden Bell racked up 22 carries for 135 yards and a touchdown to go along with another on a 98-yard kickoff return; and wide receiver Cody Muth exploded for six catches for 190 yards and a touchdown, as the Lions roared to a 42-10, third-quarter lead, en route to a 25-point victory. Despite the win, the Lions felt they still had plenty to improve upon. “It was a good first half,” said Liberty head coach Ryan Partridge. “It was good to see those guys get the run game going. The second half was embarrassing. That was not our type of football, but we will clean it up.” Liberty scored on its opening possession — on Bell’s 3-yard scamper — and built a 35-7 halftime lead, but they allowed Vacaville to pull within 42-24 late in the fourth quarter on Kadin Hernandez’s 60-yard dash. Bell immediately enhanced the Liberty win with a 98-yard touchdown on the ensuing kickoff, cementing the victory that never seemed to be in danger after the Lions built
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their big halftime lead. “It was a strong start,” Butterfield said. “The second half we were sloppy. We have a lot of things to work on, a lot of things to improve upon, but overall it was a pretty good performance.” Liberty’s offense looked familiarly potent, with the Lions piling up 502 total yards in the contest, and picking up big chunks of yardage when it mattered most. Darrion Bartley’s 17-yard run midway through the first quarter broke a 7-all tie, and gave Liberty the lead for good. But the Lions’ offensive attack was just warming up.
Liberty scored unanswered touchdowns on its final four first-half possessions, with Muth scoring on a 65-yard catch and run, Bell finding the end zone with a 2-yard jaunt, and Bartley jetting to a 29-yard score to give Liberty a 28-point halftime lead. “We did well, but there is always stuff we can work on,” said Bartley, who finished with four carries for 56 yards and two touchdowns, and caught three passes for 38 more yards, and a third score that gave Liberty a 42-10 lead midway through the third quarter. Myron Amey’s 85-yard third quarter kickoff return and Hernandez’s 60-yard run, late in the fourth, cut Vacaville’s deficit to 42-
24, but the Bulldogs drew no closer. The Bulldogs’ Jeremy Villalobos completed 14 of 21 passes for 228 yards and a touchdown; wide receiver Michael Briscoe caught three passes for 121 yards, including a 71-yard touchdown that tied the game at 7, early in the first quarter; and Hernandez led the rushing attack with 58 yards on three carries in the loss. The Lions return to the field on Aug. 30 at Oakdale at 7:30 p.m. to battle the Mustangs, who are 1-0 this season after trouncing Sonora 41-7 on Aug. 23. In other action San Ramon Valley 34, Heritage 7 San Ramon Valley, the defending North Coast Section Division I champions, built up a 21-0 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the victory. The Patriots’ sole score came from Tony Zalec’s 52-yard hustle in the fourth quarter. Wolves quarterback Jack Quigley completed 14 of 23 passes for 186 yards and three touchdowns, and running back Jacob Himan carried the ball 15 times for 91 yards and two scores. J.P. Murphy led the receiving corps with four catches for 87 yards and one touchdown. Heritage will try to bounce back on Aug. 30 on the road against Foothill at 7 p.m. Foothill also lost its opening game, 2820, to San Leandro. Turlock 21, Freedom 7 see Lions page 14A
Cameron Swank stars at Antioch Speedway Cameron Swank won the 20-lap All Star Racing Series B Modified Main Event Saturday, Aug. 24, at Antioch Speedway. Swank currently leads all rookies in the standings, and this was the first win of the season for the 2017 Hobby Stock champion. He started up on the front row, with reigning champion Trevor Clymens in the second row and previous winner Tommy Fraser back in 10th. Clymens was there to provide pressure on Swank as Fraser steadily worked his way through the pack up to third. But Swank drove a good race and scored the well-earned victory ahead of Clymens, Fraser, Tommy Clymens Jr. and Ty Bickford. Alan Miranda won the 20-lap Wingless Spec Sprint main event, his first win of the season. The race was shaken up early when outside front row starter Dan Gonderman, point leader Shannon Newton and Jeff Scotto were eliminated before one lap could be completed. Past division championship runner-up Marcus Smith was making his first start of the season and had the pole, but Miranda would win the battle with Smith to score the victory. 2015 champion Kyle Bakkie finished
Cameron Swank, #21, won his first B Modified Main Event at Antioch Speedway Saturday, Aug. 24.
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third, followed by Rick Panfili and Keith Calvino. In other action, Josh Leach won the 20lap Hobby Stock main event. Even having to start back in 10th as the previous winner, Leach quickly worked his way to the front of the pack and would get his fifth win. Incoming point leader Chris Sorensen had his worst night of season and was elimi-
nated early. Dalton Jewell had the outside front row start, looking to get his first win. Though Jewell led several laps, Leach eventually made his winning pass and went on to victory. Jewell settled for second, and Breanna Troen gained more points on Sorensen with a solid third place finish. Heat race winner Ken Johns and Will Buirch rounded out the Top 5. Jimmy Robbins won the 20-lap Limited
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West Coast squad secures Santa Cruz Breakers Cup The West Coast Wolfpack 09 Girls marched into the Santa Cruz Breakers Cup and took home the championship. The Wolfpack had three shutouts during the tournament, including the championship match. West Coast beat Athletico Santa Rosa 1-0 and Almaden Quicksilver 4-0. The team also defeated the San Francisco Vikings Red 3-2 and the Merced Academy 4-0. Ashley Browning and Megan Silva handled the goalkeeping, while the backline was led by Alaina Brio-
nes, Janaya Reser and Taylor Caoili. The Midfield was led by Peyton Stark, Yasmin Karcher, Alivia Narducci-Chiunti, Makenna Loder and Kaylee Gilbert. Frontline strikers included Isabella Humphrey, Kendall Coates and Sophia Daniels. “We’ve been together as a team for such a short time, and I’ve seen such growth individually and as a whole,” the team’s coach said in a statement. “I’m very excited to see what the future holds for this amazing team.” – Courtesy of the West Coast Soccer Club
The West Coast Soccer Club’s Wolfpack 09 girls celebrate after winning the recent Santa Cruz Breakers Cup. Photo courtesy of the West Coast Soccer Club
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Darrion Bartley (21) fields the opening kickoff as the Liberty Lions, 2018 state champions, got their season off to good start last week. Bartley finished with four carries for 56 yards and two touchdowns, and caught three passes for 38 more yards and a third score that gave Liberty a 42-10 lead midway through the third quarter.
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SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: IN THE AUCTION.COM ROOM, AT THE PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CENTER, 320 CIVIC DRIVE, PLEASANT HILL, CA 94523 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1233 POPLAR DRIVE OAKLEY, CALIFORNIA 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 held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the un-
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Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80537 Publish Dates: August 23, 30, September 6, 13, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004853-00 The name of the business: Housecall Plumber Located at: 2641 Crow Canyon Rd Ste 5 In: San Ramon, CA 94583, is hereby registered by the following owner: Youm Plumbing Company, 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: Mohammad Khatib, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 2, 2019 by Deputy P. Cornelius Expires August 2, 2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80646 Publish dates: August 30, September 6, 13, 20, 2019. NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Zoning Administrator of the City of Brentwood will, at 3:00 p.m. on September 12, 2019, hold an administrative hearing to consider the following: An application for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP19-013) to allow for the operation of “Learning Lane Christian Preschool”, a large – family day care facility (a residential care facility providing protection and supervision of seven to fourteen children, in the operator’s residence, for periods less than twenty-four hours a day, while the parents or guardians are away). The facility is located within a 2,452 square-foot home, which is on a 5,879 sf parcel at 780 Crocket Court (APN: 013-370-009). The project is statutorily exempt from CEQA review per Health & Safety Code Section 1597.46(c) and CEQA Guidelines Section 15274. Applicant: Andrea Cullup c/o Learning Lane Christian Preschool Said hearing will be held in the Vista Conference Room at City Hall, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California. Further information may be obtained from Associate Planner Crystal De Castro [(925) 516-5127 or cdecastro@brentwoodca.gov in the Community Development Department
of the City of Brentwood, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California 94513. Before any court challenge of Zoning Administrator decisions, you are required to appeal the decision to the Planning Commission no later than ten (10) days following the decision, as provided in the City’s Municipal Code. In addition, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the administrative hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Zoning Administrator at, or prior to, the administrative hearing. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80652 Publish dates: August 30, 2019. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Brentwood will hold a public hearing at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the normal course of business permits, on September 10, 2019 to consider the following matter: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRENTWOOD ADOPTING THE 2019/20 COST ALLOCATION PLAN AND SCHEDULE OF CITY FEES; MAKING CERTAIN SUPPORTING FINDINGS, INCLUDING THE INAPPLICABILITY OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT TO THESE ACTIONS; IMPOSING SAID FEES; ESTABLISHING A PROCESS FOR WAIVING OR ADJUSTING CERTAIN FEES; AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 2018128 WHICH ADOPTED THE 2018/19 COST ALLOCATION PLAN AND SCHEDULE OF CITY FEES The hearing will be held at the City Council Chambers, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA 94513. Further information or viewable copies of the draft plan and schedules may be obtained from the City Clerk’s office at City Hall, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California 94513, (925) 516-5400. If you challenge any City Council action in court regarding this matter, 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 City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.Dated:August 30, 2019 September 6, 2019 /s/ Margaret Wimberly, CMC City Clerk Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80653 Publish dates: August 30, September 6, 2019.
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004709-00 The name of the business: Bay Area Desi Jewelry Located at: 2605 Ithaca Lane In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner: Annee Masih. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/29/2019. Signature of registrant: Annee Masih. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 29, 2019 by Deputy L Spence Expires 7/29/2024 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 80501 Publish dates: August 16, 23, 30, September 6, 2019.
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): Dennis S Hayes and Janet L. Hayes, husband and wife as joint tenants Recorded: 5/18/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0146924-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/23/2019 at 1:30PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $441,397.30 The purported property address is: 2000 SUGAR PINE ST, ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 051-400-008-2 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-18-846392-CL. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-9390772 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan. com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-18846392-CL IDSPub #0156157 8/30/2019 9/6/2019 9/13/2019 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 80632 Publish dates: August 30, September 6, 13, 2019.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-19-858786-AB Order No.: 8754131 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/5/2018. 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): DOUGLAS MICHAEL STOPFORTH, A SINGLE MAN Recorded: 1/9/2018 as Instrument No. 2018-0002818-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/24/2019 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: $542,870.46 The purported property address is: 5356THUNDERBIRD CT, ANTIOCH, CA 945319052 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 055-530-016-9 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-19-858786-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 sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-19-858786-AB IDSPub #0155918 8/30/2019 9/6/2019 9/13/2019 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 80588 Publish dates: August 30, September 6,13, 2019.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004552-00 The name of the business: Prime Home Inspections Located at: 228 Groovewood Loop In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Mohammad T. Ashrafi. 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: Mohammad T. Ashrafi This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 19, 2019 by Deputy J Graff Expires 7/19/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80502 Publish dates: August 16, 23, 30, September 6, 2019.
above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Lisa Grundhoffer-Gliedt. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 31, 2019 by Deputy L Arosemena Expires 7/31/2024 Brentwood Press No. 021273 80497 Publish dates: August 16, 23, 30, September 6, 2019.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005001-00 The name of the business(es): 1. Posh Poke And Creative Salads 2. Maikái Poke And Creative Salads Located at: 592 Plymouth Court In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): FISA PVJ LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co.. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/12/19. Signature of registrant: Vincent Okotie, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 12, 2019 by Deputy L. Fallas Expires 8/12/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80600 Publish dates: August 23, 30, September 6, 13, 2019.
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. Tami Mello -microwave, coffee maker, ice chest, DVD’s & clothes 2. Joel Costa - dart board, ladder’s, filing cabinet, & clothes. 3. Amber Brown -24 + bins, welder, two long bows, heavy bag, golf clubs, 2 fishing poles 4. Melanie Spence - 20+boxes & bins, 2 rugs, 1 tent, luggage, grill, table 5. Claudia Saravia - boxes, bins, massage table, artwork, flat screen tv’s clothes and luggage. 6. Eufracia M. Cruz - 7+ boxes & bins, stereo equipment, exercise equipment, Dresser, Car Jack. Car Parts 7. Jair Ayala - 12+ boxes & bins, guitar, 1 tent, JBL speaker, weights, 3 dressers, 2 Tables 8. Sahdia Minkin - 4 + boxes & bins, a razor scooter, down vest, doll house, backpack 9. Amber Brown -2 lamps, 4 end tables, leather couch & recliner, wood-glass coffee table, 1 rug 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: 08/30/2019 and on 9/6/2019 Nor Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 604-9695 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80634 Publish dates: August 30, September 6, 2019.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004817-00 The name of the business: Faithful Fire Systems Located at: 2836 Lincoln Ln In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owners: 1. Harold Steven Howes 2. Rebekah Howes This business is conducted by: a Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Rebekah Howes. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 1, 2019 by Deputy L. Fallas Expires 8/1/2024 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 80498 Publish dates: August 16, 23, 30, September 6, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004966-00 The name of the business(es): Deer Valley Family Homes Located at: 3377 Deer Valley Road, # 161 In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Carlos Chamberlain. 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: Carlos Chamberlain. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 8, 2019 by Deputy L. Fallas Expires August 8, 2024 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 80523 Publish dates: August 16, 23, 30, September 6, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005108-00 The name of the business(es): Linked MLS Located at: 3377 Deer Valley Road, 161 In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Carlos Chamberlain. 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: Carlos Chamberlain. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 16, 2019 by Deputy L. Fallas Expires August 16, 2024 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 80592 Publish dates: August 23, 30, September 6, 13, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005114-00 The name of the business(es): JL Diamond Spa Massage Located at: 4379 Hillcrest Ave In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Jing Leng. 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: Jing Leng. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 16, 2019 by Deputy J. Graff Expires August 16, 2024 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 80642 Publish dates: August 30, September 6, 13, 20, 2019. NOTICE OF PETITION STATE OF NEW MEXICO COUNTY OF SAN JUAN IN THE DISTRICT COURT MARCOS DURON, Petitioner, v. JULIE ANN DURON, Respondent. No.: D-1116-DM-2019-275-3 NOTICE OF PETITION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT Marcos Duron filed a Petition against Julie Ann Duron in the 11th Judicial District Court in San Juan County, New Mexico at 851 Andrea Drive, Farmington, NM 87401 on the 30th day of April, 2019. Petitioner is seeking a Dissolution of Marriage. You are notified that, unless you so serve and file a responsive pleading or motion within 30 days, the Petitioner will apply to the Court for a Default Judgment. /s/ Tyson K. Gobble TYSON K. GOBBLE, ESQ. 4000 E. 30th St. Farmington, NM 87402 (505) 326-6503 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 80519 Publish dates: August 16, 23, 30, 2019. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-18-846392-CL Order No.: DS7300-18004465 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/9/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004637-00 The name of the business(es): Prss Consulting Located at: 3905 Jamie Place In: San Ramon, CA 94582, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Rashmi Arora. 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: Rashmi Arora. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 25, 2019 by Deputy L. Fallas Expires July 25, 2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80479 Publish dates: August 9, 16, 23, 30, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004665-00 The name of the business(es): C L All in one Handyman Services Located at: 1355 Sciortino Court In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Carleton Leonard. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7-26-19. Signature of registrant: Carleton Leonard.This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 26, 2019 by Deputy L. Spence Expires July 26, 2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80486 Publish dates: August 9, 16, 23, 30. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004678-00 The name of the business(es): Cora’s Bridal Smart Tips Located at: 6163 Seneca Circle In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Aretha B. Johnson. 2. Dalton M. Johnson 3. Shacora S. Johnson. This business is conducted by: A General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2005. Signature of registrant: Aretha Johnson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 26, 2019 by Deputy C. Dias Expires July 26, 2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80483 Publish dates: August 9, 16, 23, 30, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004684-00 The name of the business(es): Washburn Commercial Located at: 2355 21St Street In: San Pablo, CA 94806, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Seeking Homes Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 9-25-15. Signature of registrant: Gina Washburn, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 26, 2019 by Deputy A Gnecco Expires July 26, 2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80480 Publish dates: August 9, 16, 23, 30, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004781-00 The name of the business(es): SK Acrylic Fine Art Located at: 1408 Sweetbriar Court In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Shirley Jean Kalinowski. This business is conducted by: An Individual . The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7-15-19. Signature of registrant: Shirley Kalinowski. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 31, 2019 by Deputy J. Graff Expires July 31, 2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80490 Publish dates: August 16, 23, 30, September 6, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004809-00 The name of the business: Zen Moon Acupuncture Located at: 3520 Orwood Road In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Lisa Grundhoffer-Gliedt. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004828-00 The name of the business(es): Mermaids on Main Street Located at: 1557 Jasmine Place In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Courtland Casad 2. Mycalah Lenthe. This business is conducted by: Co-Partners. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Courtland Casad. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Contra Costa County on: August 1, 2019 by NAME STATEMENT Deputy H. Franklin Expires August 1, 2024 File No. F-0005096-00 The name of the Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80525 Publish business(es): Republic Building Maintedates: August 16, 23, 30, September 6, 2019. nance Located at: 2216 Barcelona Way In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the following owner(s): NAME STATEMENT 1. Peter Pajoluk File No. F-0004885-00 The name of the 2. Oxanna Pajoluk. This business is conducted business(es): Diablo View Endodontics by: Married Couple. The registrant comLocated at: 1140 Second Street, Suite B In: menced to transact business under the fictiBrentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by tious business name or names listed above on the following owner(s): Christina Penn, DMD, 11/2015. Signature of registrant: Peter PajoPC. This business is conducted by: A Corpora- luk. This statement was filed with the County tion. The registrant commenced to transact Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 15, business under the fictitious business name 2019 by Deputy C. Pittman Expires August 15, or names listed above on 7-31-19. Signature 2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80590 of registrant: Christina Penn, President. This Publish dates: August 23, 30, September 9, statement was filed with the County Clerk 13, 2019. of Contra Costa County on: August 5, 2019 by Deputy L. Fallas Expires August 5, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80544 Publish NAME STATEMENT dates: August 23, 30, September 6, 13, 2019. File No. F-0005101-00 The name of the business(es): Squared Away Located at: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 2260 Winchester Loop In: Discovery Bay, CA NAME STATEMENT 94505, is hereby registered by the following File No. F-0004890-00 The name of the owner(s): Mary K. McSorley-Sommer. This business(es): Bulletproof Pet Products business is conducted by: An Individual. The Located at: 150 Gregory Lane In: Brentwood, registrant commenced to transact business CA 94513, is hereby registered by the follow- under the fictitious business name or names ing owner(s): listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: 1. Cherie Erkson. Mary K. McSorley-Sommer. This statement 2. Ronald Falwell This business is conducted was filed with the County Clerk of Contra by: Married Couple. The registrant com- Costa County on: August 15, 2019 by Deputy P. menced to transact business under the ficti- Cornelius Expires August 15, 2024 Brentwood tious business name or names listed above on Press No. 02-1273 80608 Publish dates: Au8-1-19. Signature of registrant: Cherie Erkson. gust 23, 30, September 6, 13, 2019. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 6, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 2019 by Deputy H. Franklin Expires August NAME STATEMENT 6, 2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80548 File No. F-0005260-00 The name of the busiPublish dates: August 23, 30, September 6, ness: Luxury Appeal Event Furniture 13, 2019. Located at: 660 Lone Tree Way #122 Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS following owner: Lashonie Veals. This business NAME STATEMENT is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant File No. F-0004928-00 The name of the commenced to transact business under the business(es): Fleet Feet Brentwood fictitious business name or names listed above Located at: 6061 Lone Tree Way, Suite H In: on N/A. Signature of registrant: Lashonie Veals. Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by This statement was filed with the County Clerk the following owner(s): Sandal & Company of Contra Costa County on: August 22, 2019 by Inc.. This business is conducted by: A Corpo- Deputy L Ferm Expires 8/22/2024 Brentwood ration. The registrant commenced to transact Press No. 02-1273 80641 Publish dates: Aubusiness under the fictitious business name gust 30, September 6, 13, 20, 2019. or names listed above on 7-3-19. Signature of registrant: Anthony Vice, President. This FICTITIOUS BUSINESS statement was filed with the County Clerk NAME STATEMENT of Contra Costa County on: August 7, 2019 File No. F-0005276-00 The name of the by Deputy C. Pittman Expires August 7, 2024 business(es): Revision Training Located at: Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80526 Publish 1041 Martinez Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, dates: August 16, 23, 30, September 6, 2019. is hereby registered by the following owner(s): John Andrew “Drew” Torres. This business is FICTITIOUS BUSINESS conducted by: An Individual. The registrant NAME STATEMENT commenced to transact business under the File No. F-0004949-00 The name of the fictitious business name or names listed above business(es): Beer Thirty, Jojo Slime Bou- on N/A. Signature of registrant: John Andrew tique Located at: 591 Birchwood Road In: “Drew” Torres. This statement was filed with Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: by the following owner(s): B30 LLC. This busi- August 23, 2019 by Deputy S. Smith Expires ness is conducted by: A Limited Liability. The August 23, 2024 Brentwood Press No. 02registrant commenced to transact business 1273 80636 Publish dates: August 30, Sepunder the fictitious business name or names tember 6, 13, 20, 2019. listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Jentry Meza, Managing Member-Morgan LIEN SALE Noble-Northwest Registered Agent. This On 09/12/2019 at 3291 E 18TH ST ANstatement was filed with the County Clerk TIOCH, CA a lien sale will be held on a 2015 of Contra Costa County on: August 8, 2019 NISS VIN: 3N1AB7AP5FL637922 STATE: by Deputy C. Garcia Expires August 8, 2024 CA LIC: 7JXZ333 at 10am 8/30/19 CNSBrentwood Press No. 02-1273 80522 Publish 3287963# BRENTWOOD PRESS Brentwood dates: August 16, 23, 30, September 6, 2019. Press No. 02-1273 80635 Publish dates: August 30, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NOTICE OF LIEN SALE File No. F-0004999-00 The name of the busiSELF STORAGE AUCTION ness: Cielo Mar Tierra Located at: 7876 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the underBrentwood Blvd In: Brentwood, CA 94513, signed intends to sell the liened personal is hereby registered by the following owner: property described below, pursuant to Ivette Stefani Gonzalez. This business is the provisions of the California Code of conducted by: An Individual. The registrant Civil Procedure and the provisions of the commenced to transact business under the California Self-Storage Facilities Act, Busifictitious business name or names listed ness and Professions Code Sections 21700 above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Ivette et seq.. Gonzalez. This statement was filed with the On the 13th day of September, at County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: Au- 10:30 A.M., the undersigned will sell gust 12, 2019 by Deputy P Cornelius Expires the contents of liened storage units by 8/12/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 public sale by competitive bidding on the 80621 Publish dates: August 30, September premises where said property has been 6, 13, 20, 2019. stored and which are located at Acorn
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 13th day of September 2019, at 9:30 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. Gina Montoya - 3 vases, nightstands, artwork, glass table, dresser & purses. 2. Lisabeth West - Big block engine block, tools, toolboxes, power tools, old radio, oven, 3-ton floor jack & air compressor. 3. Teresita N. Delrosario - Dressers, 2 TVs, 3 lamps, ping pong table & artwork. 4. Jackie Waters - Dressers, bed frames, couch, 6+ mattresses, table & nightstand. 5. Desiree Oliver - Dresser, media stand, luggage, speakers, kid’s toys, ottoman, TV, ironing board, boxes & bins. 6. Burnetta C. Payne - Stereo equipment, desk, media stand, women shoes, rugs, TV stand, ladders, large flat screen TV, BBQ, kids chair, boxes & bins. 7. Wunitta Brown - File cabinets, washer, dryer & refrigerator. 8. Marie Jackson - Couches, golf umbrella, fans, end tables, bed frame, luggage, ice chest, boxes & bins. 9. Carolyn Ross - Refrigerator, futon, CD rack, desk, artwork, microphone stand, boxes & bins. 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: 8/30/2019 and 9/6/2019 or Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 604-9695 Brentwood Press No . 02-1273 80633 Publish dates: August 30, September 6, 2019.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Directors of the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District (the “District”) has adopted a Preliminary Operating Budget and Preliminary Development Fee and Other Funds Budget for fiscal year 201920. A copy of the preliminary budgets is available for inspection at the offices of the District at 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California. The Board will hold a hearing and consider adoption of the Final Operating Budget and Final Development Fee and Other Funds Budget for fiscal year 2019-20: TIME: 6:30 P.M. DATE: September 11, 2019 PLACE: 150 City Park Way Brentwood, California Any person who wishes to be heard regarding any item in the budgets, or the addition of any item, may appear at the public hearing or may send written comments to the undersigned at the District office. Brian Helmick Fire Chief/Clerk of the Board Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80185 Publish dates: June 28, August 30, 2019.
916-939-0772 or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 02019-092. 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: 08/15/2019 GUILD ADMINISTRATION CORPORATION AS SAID TRUSTEE 5898 COPLEY DRIVE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92111 (858) 492-5890 BY: GAIL WINDUS, ASSISTANT SECRETARY NPP0359484 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 08/23/2019, 08/30/2019, 09/06/2019 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80596 Publish dates: August 23, 30, September 6, 2019.
against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-19-849322-RY IDSPub #0156110 8/30/2019 9/6/2019 9/13/2019 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80624 Publish dates: August 30, September 6, 13, 2019.
Web site WWW.AUCTION.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 080952-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (800) 280-2832 CLEAR RECON CORP 4375 Jutland Drive San Diego, California 92117 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80517 Publish dates: August 16, 23, 30, 2019.
HEARING a. Date: 10/02/19 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: 8/5/19 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80496 Publish Dates: August 16, 23, 30, September 6, 2019.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-19-849322-RY Order No.: 190640116-CA-VOI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/14/2017. 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): SYNEDRA I BRUMFIELD, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Recorded: 12/15/2017 as Instrument No. 20170236246-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/24/2019 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: $688,491.18 The purported property address is: 408 LOTUS CT, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 017-680-005 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction.You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-19-849322-RY. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site.The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 080952-CA APN: 004-051-034 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 4/26/2016. 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 On 10/22/2019 at 9:00 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 4/29/2016, as Instrument No. 2016-0079821-00, in Book , Page , , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: DAVID SANDERS AND TARAHLINDA SANDERS HUSBAND AND WIFE AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY WITH RIGHT OF SURVIVORSHIP WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: IN THE AUCTION.COM ROOM, AT THE PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CENTER, 320 CIVIC DRIVE, PLEASANT HILL, CA 94523 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE ACCURATELY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 907 LIDO CIRCLE DISCOVERY BAY, CA 94505 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $323,815.44 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (800) 280-2832 or visit this Internet
the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press b. Need minor to appear at hearing or consent to name change. Date: 07/31/19 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80467 Publish Dates: August 9, 16, 23, 30, 2019. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: William Kent Hudson SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: William Kent Hudson CASE NUMBER: N19-1430 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner William Kent Hudson filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. William Kent Hudson b. AKA Kent W. Hudson c. AKA Kent William Hudson to Proposed Name: Kent William Hudson. 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: 9/20/19 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: 7/25/19 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80460 Publish Dates: August 9, 16, 23, 30, 2019.
of Trust executed by MARGARET DANA ANDERSON, recorded on 8/28/2009 as Instrument No. 2009-0207528-00 in Book —, Page-of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, and pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded 5/13/2019 in Book—, Page —, as Instrument No. 2019-0068386-00 of said Official Records, WILL SELL on 9/13/2019 At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 at 9:00AM AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States), 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 hereinafter described: As more fully described on said Deed of Trust. Assessor’s Parcel Number: 028-120-026 PLEASE NOTE: SAID TRUSTEE’S SALE ONLY AFFECTS THE TRUSTOR ‘S INTEREST IN AND TO SAID PROPERTY. The property address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2088 Taylor Road, Bethel Island, CA The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address and 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 undersigned within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. 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: $134,129.48. 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 Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided therein, and the unpaid principal balance of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note(s), fees, charges and expenses of the trustee and the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. 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. Dated: August 14, 2019 REDWOOD TRUST DEED SERVICES, INC., as said Trustee ATTN: ROBERT CULLEN P.O. BOX 6875 SANTA ROSA, CA 95406-0875 By: ROBERT CULLEN, President 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 (714) 730-2727 or visit this Internet Web site: www.servicelinkASAP.com, using the Trustee Sale number assigned to this file, T.S. #19075-PR. 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. A-4702513 08/23/2019, 08/30/2019, 09/06/2019 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 80581 Publish dates: August 23, 30, September 6, 2019.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. #: 02019-092 LOAN #: LOA00-3634-F APN #: 010770041 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED AS SHOWN BELOW. 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, 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 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 the pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by 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 as set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: DOUGLAS RAMOS AND MARIA ARACELLY RAMOS, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS Duly Appointed Trustee: GUILD ADMINISTRATION CORP., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION Trust Deed Date: 05/26/2017 Recording Date: 05/31/2017 Instrument Number: 2017-0096247-00 Book: —- Page Recorded in County: CONTRA COSTA State of CA Date and Time of Sale: 09/12/2019 at: 01:30PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Estimated Sale Amount: $626,520.57 Legal Description of Property: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST. Street Address of Property (or Other Common Designation, if any): 621 ARMSTRONG WAY, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and 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
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Brian Raymond McCullough SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Brian Raymond McCullough CASE NUMBER: N19-1410 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Brian Raymond McCullough filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Raymond McCullough to Proposed Name: Brian Raymond McCullough. 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: 9/25/19 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: 7/24/2019 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80419 Publish Dates: August 9, 16, 23, 30, 2019.
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Gunjan Kanwal SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Gunjan Kanwal CASE NUMBER: N19-1644 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Gunjan Kanwal filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Gunjan Kanwal to Proposed Name: Gunjan Kanwal Chaudhri. 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: 10/23/19 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: 8/22/2019 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80638 Publish Dates: August 30, September 6, 13, 20, 2019. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Hyman Townzen III SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Hyman Townzen III CASE NUMBER: N19-1566 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Hyman Townzen III filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Hyman Townzen III to Proposed Name: Hyman Cruz-Townzen. 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: 10-17-19 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: 08/16/19 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80595 Publish Dates: August 23, 30, September 6, 13, 2019.
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Elizabeth Marie Mitchell SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Elizabeth Marie Mitchell CASE NUMBER: N19-1348 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Elizabeth Marie Mitchell filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Elizabeth Marie Mitchell b. (aka) Elizabeth Marie Wilson c. (aka) Elizabeth Marie Wilson-Mitchell to Proposed Name: Elizabeth Marie WilsonMitchell. 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: 09/20/19 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 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE Date: 07/19/19 Judge of the Superior Court FOR CHANGE OF NAME Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80424 Publish PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Maria de Dates: August 9, 16, 23, 30, 2019. Lourdes Sanchez SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETIFOR CHANGE OF NAME TION OF: Maria de Lourdes Sanchez CASE PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Geraldine NUMBER: N19-1470 TO ALL INTERESTED Vittoria Abbate Maghsoudi SUPERIOR PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Maria de Lourdes COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA Sanchez filed a petition with this court for a COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 decree changing names as follows: Present PETITION OF: Geraldine Vittoria Abbate Magh- Name: a. Noe Alejandro Contreras to soudi CASE NUMBER: N19-1492 TO ALL Proposed Name: Noe Alejandro ContreINTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Geraldine ras-Sanchez. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all Vittoria Abbate Maghsoudi filed a petition persons interested in this matter shall appear with this court for a decree changing names before this court at the hearing indicated as follows: Present Name: a. Geraldine below to show cause, if any, why the petition Vittoria Abbate Maghsoudi to Proposed for change of name should not be granted. Name: Geraldine Vittoria Abbate. 2. THE Any person objecting to the name changes COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in described above must file a written objection this matter shall appear before this court at the that includes the reasons for the objection hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, at least two court days before the matter is why the petition for change of name should scheduled to be heard and must appear at not be granted. Any person objecting to the the hearing to show cause why the petition name changes described above must file a should not be granted. If no written objection written objection that includes the reasons for is timely filed, the court may grant the petithe objection at least two court days before tion without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARthe matter is scheduled to be heard and must ING a. Date: 9/17/19 Time: 9:00 a.m. appear at the hearing to show cause why the Dept.: 14 b. The address of the court is same petition should not be granted. If no written as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to objection is timely filed, the court may grant Show Cause shall be published at least once the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF each week for four successive weeks prior to
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004515-00 The name of the business: High Reach Cleaning Located at: 440 Memory Lane In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Jennifer Casillas. 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: Jennifer Casillas. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 18, 2019 by Deputy H Franklin Expires 7/18/2019 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 80503 Publish dates: August 16, 23, 30, September 6, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004783-00 The name of the business(es): Wine Country Strings Located at: 285 Robinwood Avenue In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Sherry Lewis. 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: Sherry Lewis. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 31, 2019 by Deputy J. Graff Expires July 31, 2024 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 80524 Publish dates: August 16, 23, 30, September 6, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004983-00 The name of the business(es): GRASHA Concierge Services Located at: 115 Heavenly Way In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Gracia Africa Mabrey 2. Michael Patrick Mabrey. This business is conducted by: A General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Gracia A. Mabrey. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 9, 2019 by Deputy L. Mae Expires August 9, 2024 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 80535 Publish dates: August 23, 30, September 6, 13, 2019. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE UNDER DEED OF TRUST LOAN: ANDERSON OTHER: 91213949 T.S. #: 19075-PR NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED.* *PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE Section 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT, BUT TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/26/2009. 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. NOTICE is hereby given that REDWOOD TRUST DEED SERVICES, INC., as trustee, or successor trustee, or substituted trustee pursuant to the Deed
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of the Shadow Lakes and Brentwood Hills neighborhoods. The measure’s proponents and the official initiative opposition party — the Alliance for a Better Brentwood citizen action group — have submitted their respective arguments and official rebuttals to their opponents’ arguments, with the dueling viewpoints scheduled to appear in ballot materials for the Nov. 5 special election. “You’ll see in the ballot pamphlet their arguments for, our argument against, our rebuttal to their ‘for’ and their rebuttal to our ‘against,’” said Brentwood resident Kathy Griffin, creator of the action group. “That is very advantageous for us.” Griffin, whose opposition group is now an official political action committee, indicated her contingent will present the project as a detriment to the area, further straining fire and emergency medical services, worsening traffic, burdening schools, raising the area’s job-tohousing imbalance, cause irreversible environmental damage and removing city control of the project. “Because this initiative becomes law, it removes the ability for Brentwood residents and our city government to control the project,” Griffin said. “It removes or overrides all of the controls, because they are embedded in the initiative.” Griffin notes the current resourcestretched, three-station fire district already struggles to meet appropriate response times, and the current state of affairs has caused homeowners’ insurance rates to rise. Additionally, she points to an independent report on the project’s impacts — ordered by the city council earlier this year — which suggests the potential additional homes will contribute to existing and ongoing capacity issues at Brentwood schools, and add 14,970 additional daily vehicle trips in the area, possibly affecting several Brentwood intersections. Measure leaders, however, contend the project will address concerns and benefit the community. They say it will add $175,000,000 in direct revenue to critical public services, including funding for fire district staffing
A reception will be held at Delta Gallery in the Streets of Brentwood at 2485 Sand Creek Road, Suite 128, on Saturday, Aug. 31, from 6 to 8 p.m. Enjoy an evening of mingling, light appetizers by Attraversiamo and wine by Bloomfield Vineyards. For more information about Delta Gallery, visit www.deltagallery.com or call 925-516-5935.
and a new station, road construction and water line extensions; create hundreds of permanent local jobs, including over 200 healthcare careers at John Muir and Kaiser; facilitate the widening of Balfour Road and extension of American Avenue; preserve 225 acres of land on the subject property itself, in addition to 1,500 acres of open space between Brentwood and Mount Diablo; and provide millions of dollars for schools, while not adding “many students” to Brentwood schools. “This measure, should it pass, is an economic engine for the City of Brentwood and for East Contra Costa Fire,” said Steve Beinke, a member of the development group, last week. The group is in the process of hashing out a memorandum of understanding involving fire protection for the potential housing project. Additionally, the proposed project incorporates several roadway improvements, including extending American Avenue, which currently terminates in front of Adams Middle School, to form an additional intersection with Balfour Road. Widening of Balfour Road is also listed in the plans, from near its intersection with American Avenue to the southwestern corner of the project site. Deer Valley Road safety improvements would also be included, according to project documents. Griffin, however, questions the merits of the stated benefits. The California Highway Patrol, in a letter to the city as part of the project environmental impact report process, stated it believes additional improvements are needed to State Route 4 to address the traffic impacts. “Without substantial infrastructure upgrades, this project could have a negative impact on our operations due to the increased traffic congestion, which could lead to a potential increase in traffic collisions; increased response times; delays in emergency services; and a negative impact to the safe movement of people, services, and commerce within our jurisdiction,” the agency stated in the letter. Eric Volta, superintendent of the Liberty Union High School District, has also questioned the benefit of the American Avenue upgrades.
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engineer with the DSC. “We were to write the Delta Plan, and the Delta Plan was to accomplish a certain set of goals. One of those was to set priorities for state investment in Delta levee maintenance, operations and improvements.” DSC documentation states the frequency of levee failures has diminished over the past 30 years, but at the time the Delta Plan was approved, the state did not have a comprehensive method to prioritize discretionary spending on flood risk management to ensure the spending was in line with the state’s long-term objectives. An interim methodology was put in place in 2013 while the DLIS was developed. With the adoption of the DLIS in April 2018, the DSC developed a threetiered risk assessment, and 144 islands and tracts were ranked as either “very high,” “high” or “other priority” to “ensure that the limited public funds available are expended first for improvements that are most critical to protect lives, property and state interests.” The plan further directs the Department of Water Resources — the state agency responsible for funding and completing the work related to levee maintenance and flood management — to fully fund each higher-priority objective before projects with a lower priority can be addressed. The DLIS identified 17 islands and tracts as very high priorities, and work on the remaining 36 high-priority and 91 otherpriority properties would be prohibited until funding for the 17 very-high priority parcels is secured. “The prioritization is a risk-based assessment,” said Mullin. “The way that we defined risk is the probability of flooding times the consequences of that flooding. We looked at the estimated levee fragility for each of the islands and tracts, and we looked at the state interests on each of the islands and tracts. There was an analysis done to see what is the threat to state interests on each island and tract. That was how we set the prioritization, based on the highest risk to state interests.” The rigidity of the DLIS process is a source of concern for some critics of the plan. “The concern that our commission continues to have is that the approach doesn’t fully appreciate the system-wide nature of Delta levees,” said Erik Vink, executive director of the Delta Protection Commission. “We’re not saying that every last segment is critical to the strength of the entire network, (but) it’s
pretty close to that. It can be a real challenge to start to disregard levee segments, especially as it relates to prioritization of improving those levees. The more we learn about what happens when levees breach in the Delta, the more we realize we don’t know how the entirety of the system works.” Vink went on to argue that all Delta levees should be improved to a base level of protection, and only improvements beyond that should be subject to prioritization. “We will now have a prioritization scheme that puts most of these levees in a low-tier priority, so they won’t enjoy any money for improvement until levees in a higher segment are improved,” said Vink. The plan took about four years, and Mullin said that DSC hosted over 70 workshops and public meetings in the Delta and with Delta interests. Though the DSC adopted the recommended DLIS last year, an additional process is required because regulations in the Delta Plan are legally binding. For that reason, additional analysis and review is required, and that process added more than a year to the plan’s timeline. “It was a deliberate, iterative process that was taken step by step,” said Mullin. “The next steps are that we’re going to be considering the public comments, developing responses to the comments, and taking it back to the council for their direction. We have a year from the time that we file our regulatory package on July 5th to wrap the process up. Hopefully, we’ll be doing it much quicker than that. I don’t anticipate that it will go beyond the next few months.” Despite DSC’s effort, Barbara Barrigan-Parrilla, executive director of Restore the Delta, feels the plan places emphasis on water exports over Delta communities. “We believe that the council cannot fulfill its legislative directive to protect the Delta as a place of cultural, economic and historical significance, if it fails to promote policies that protect human life and the totality of the Delta communities,” wrote Barrigan-Parrilla in a letter to the DSC. “The failure to prioritize the protection of human life reduces the Delta to nothing more than a water extraction zone.” For more information, visit the Delta Stewardship Council at www. deltacouncil.ca.gov, the Delta Protection Commission at www.delta.ca.gov, California Water Research at www. cah2oresearch.com and Restore the Delta at www.restorethedelta.org.
“In my opinion, I don’t believe a loop road would have much of an impact, due to the fact that the same number of cars would be going through the Balfour/American Ave./ West Country Club intersection,” he said. “My opinion is based on the number of times I’ve driven on Balfour to Heritage and Adams as a parent and school employee. However, I do recognize that I am not a traffic engineer.” Beinke, however, recently pointed out that the improvements are a matter
of safety, with currently only one way in and one way out of the schools. “We are actually proposing adding a loop road so that if something does happen there, that there is a way in and a way out,” he said. For more information on the proposed project from the developers, visit www.vineyardsatdeercreek. org. For more information from the opposition group, visit www. allianceforabetterbrentwood.org. To comment, visit www.thepress.net
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Saturday, Aug. 31 American Graffiti and Hot August Nights
Come to the Antioch Rivertown District for a classic American movie and the cars and music to go with it. El Campanil Theatre will show American Graffiti at 3 p.m. After the show, enjoy a classic car show with a golden oldies soundtrack in the G Street Mercantile, 205 G St., Antioch. El Campanil is located at 602 W. Second St. in Antioch. Movie tickets cost $8 and can be purchased at www.elcampaniltheatre. com. For more information, contact Mike at gstmercantile@gmail.com or 925-642-7031.
Tuesday, Sept. 3 Liberty Adult Education Genealogy Class
The Liberty Adult Education Center will have a beginning genealogy class, Tuesdays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. from Sept. 3 through Oct. 1. This class will explore strategies for building your family tree and organizing data, along with preserving your family’s records and history using Census, vital, and military records and a variety of other genealogical sources. The materials list will be provided the first day of class. For more information or to register, call 925-634-2565.
at www.bit.ly/concertinthevineyards. Funds raised will support Harmony and Healing, a nonprofit organization that brings acoustic music to the bedsides of patients in healthcare facilities. Hannah Nicole Vineyards is located at 6700 Balfour Road in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-240-9463.
Sunday, Sept. 8 Delta Harvest Run
Sign up to run a half marathon, 10K, 5K or 1K family fun run and raise money for local programs in East County. Cost is $10 to $65. This is a fast, flat course on streets and trails through Brentwood. Packet pick up starts at 6 a.m. The half marathon begins at 7:30 a.m., the 10K at 7:45 a.m., the 5K at 8 a.m. and the one-mile family fun run starts at 9 a.m. Start and finish location is the Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St. in downtown Brentwood. For more information, contact Cathleen Griebling at cathleengriebling@yahoo. com or 925-437-4494 or visit www. deltaharvestrun.com.
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The Walnut Creek Garden Club will host its monthly meeting from 10 a.m. to noon at the Gardens at Heather Farm, 1540 Marchbanks Drive, in Walnut Creek. Featured speaker will be Tina Neuhausel on the topic of “Sustainable Contra Costa: What’s Happening in Our Community.” All are welcome and encouraged to join the club. For more information, contact the club’s publicity chair, Catherine Accardi, at caacat@ comcast.net or 925-934-9015.
Join the L4 Reds 12U baseball team for a fundraiser at Lumpy’s Diner between 5 and 9 p.m. at 5891 Lone Tree Way in Antioch. Lumpy’s will donate 20% of your bill to the team when you mention L4 Reds.
Saturday, Sept. 7 “Sister Act”
The Pittsburg California Theatre presents “Sister Act,” the story of Deloris VanCartier, a wannabe disco diva who witnesses a crime and hides out in a convent. Watch as Deloris’ unique brand of funk comes face-to-face with the traditions of the church and how the strict order is in for a change. Shows run on Saturdays from 8 to 10:30 p.m. Sept. 7 -12. Tickets cost $16-$22. Pittsburg California Theatre is located at 351 Railroad Ave. in Pittsburg. For more information, contact Carolyn at info@pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com or 925-427-1611 or visit www.pittsburgcaliforniatheatre. com/upcoming-events.
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Hannah Nicole Vineyard will host David Victor and his SuperGroup as part of its Concert in the Vineyards lineup. The evening will include rock classics from Led Zeppelin, Journey, The Eagles and Tom Petty, as well as the band’s own hits. The show is 21+ only. Tickets cost $30 to $57 and can be purchased
Monday, Sept. 9 Walnut Creek Garden Club
Tuesday, Sept. 10 NARFE Meeting
The National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Delta Chapter 1718 will meet at 11:30 a.m. at Denny’s, 4823 Lone Tree Way in Antioch. Guest speaker will be Zack Adinoff from the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Preparedness, speaking on wildfires and other emergency preparedness topics. All active federal employees, retirees and their dependents are invited to attend. For more information, contact Dorothy J. Wilson at 925-626-7945.
Wednesday, Sept. 11 Oakley Chamber Mixer
The Oakley Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly mixer from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Sugar Barge Resort and Marina, 4515 Willow Road in Bethel Island. Come out for a fun evening on the Delta and network with other local business owners. Mixers are open to the public and free to members and first-time guests. Members who bring a guest will receive a free raffle ticket for the drawing. For more information, call 925-625-1035 or visit www. oakleychamber.com.
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Bay Area virtuoso pianist Joan Cifarelli performs at Summerset Orchards with a diverse range of music: classics, Broadway melodies, pop and rock. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the door or in advance. Doors open at 2 p.m. at 770 Centennial Place in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-513-2640.
Opportunity Junction offers a 12-week program to get you ready for an office job. This program combines computer skills training with life skills, paid work experience, case management, career skills, mental health services, long-term follow-up and alumni services. Apply at Opportunity Junction, 3102 Delta Fair Blvd. in Antioch, on Sept. 3, 9 or 16 at 10 a.m. For more information, call 925-776-1133 or visit www. opportunityjunction.org.
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Brentwood Writes at its Open Mic event at 6:30 p.m. at the Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St., in downtown Brentwood. All short work, poetry, short stories, nonfiction, or any other creative work — original or not — is welcome, as long as it is neither insulting nor abusive. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Kati Short at 925634-6655 or katishort@yahoo.com.
Saturday, Sept. 14 Antioch Historical Society Dinner Theater
The Antioch Historical Society Museum will host a Murder Mystery Dinner Theater at 5:30 p.m. at the museum, located at 1500 West Fourth St. in Antioch. “Funeral for a Gangster” is a roaring 20s-themed show that will keep you laughing and guessing as you try to solve the mystery. Guests are encouraged to dress up as flappers and gangsters. Tickets are $65. For more information, see the Facebook event page at www.facebook. com/events/404412353496862 or purchase tickets at www.bit.ly/ funeralforagangster.
Ongoing Events
Bid for Banner Up!
Online bidding for the art banners that were part of the “Banner Up!” project in City Park is open and will end Sept. 25 at 7:30 p.m. at the “Banner Up!” Benefit Gala at the Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St. To view banners and place a bid, visit www.32auctions. com/BannerUp2019. All banners have original paintings by local artists, and bidding starts at $100. Half the proceeds from the auction will go to the Brentwood Library Foundation for the purchase of permanent art in the library. For more information, contact Frank Littman at agdbannerup@gmail. com or 818-307-8918.
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support This group meets the second Thursday of each month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Neighborhood Church at 50 Birch St. in Brentwood. It is open to any member of the community who is caring for or knows someone caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. No charge, no reservations needed. Speaker varies each month. For more information, call 925-284-7942 or visit www.alznorcal.org.
Discovery Bay Cars and Coffee
The Discovery Bay Community Foundation is hosting a community gathering on the third Saturday of each month through October. This free event is an opportunity for car enthusiasts to share their rides. All cars are welcome. Come to the Boardwalk Grill parking lot at 5879 Marina Road in Discovery Bay, from 8 to 10 a.m. to see some neat vehicles and check out the shops at the marina. For more information, contact Jim Mattison at jim@dbcf. info or 925-698-1590.
East Contra Costa Historical Society
The East Contra Costa Historical Society’s Museum, located at 3890 Sellers Ave. in Brentwood, is open 2 to 4 p.m. every Saturday and third Sunday through October. Tour the 1890s home, one-room school, new resource center and other features from East County’s past. For more information, call Dawn at 925-513-3247.
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Balfour Dermatology in Brentwood is celebrating 20 years of caring for patients of all ages and needs. “Don’t pick at any skin lesions or scabs,” he said. Patients can expect an easy, painless body exam when they come to Dr. Beer. “We use special lights and a handheld microscope device,” he said. “It doesn’t hurt, and it’s not a big buzzing machine.” Certain skin types – mainly those on the fairer side – and individuals who have a history of skin cancer in their families are more at risk and should be especially diligent about regular total body skin cancer
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feet issues. The more Johnson spoke to others within the community, she realized people could benefit from being aware of other treatment options. She acknowledges there’s a stigma around using cannabis — even for medical reasons — and she thinks education and discussion can only help. Johnson realized another senior community, Rossmoor in Walnut Creek, had a cannabis discussion club, and she wanted to do something similar. “I want people to know what options might be available, whether they need them now or in the future,” Johnson said. She decided to start a cannabis discussion club in her community at Trilogy. At its first interest meeting, 160 people showed up. Since then, attendance varies, but they get around 30-50 people at monthly meetings. Meetings center around discussion, education and featured monthly speakers. This month’s speaker is Sara Payan, a cannabis educator, public policy advocate, writer and consultant experienced in hands-on patient research. The club’s mission is “to provide residents with educational opportunities to explore the multitude of health conditions that can be safely treated with cannabis.” Johnson emphasizes that she isn’t a medical professional or expert and doesn’t offer medical advice; she has simply done research and encourages others to do the same. “You should always speak to your medical doctor, just like with any other concern,” she said. “You need to go through that process.” Johnson said Californians are fortunate since cannabis usage is legal in
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– Kyle Johnson the state, as of Jan. 1, 2018. However, because the law is new, and dispensaries are approved by individual cities, everyone doesn’t have the same access — which is the case for Brentwood residents. “The biggest challenge in East Contra Costa County is resources,” Johnson said, noting the closest dispensaries are in Vallejo, Berkeley and Oakland, though a new dispensary is expected to open in Antioch in the next few months. Local delivery is legally permitted through individual dispensaries, but not through the U.S. Postal Service. Johnson hopes the club will continue growing and that awareness improves, noting the process of learning about medical cannabis usage is a “selfeducating” one. There is a wealth of information online, but she urges individuals to use caution and always consult a medical professional. The Trilogy at the Vineyards Cannabis Discussion Club meets the fourth Monday of the month at 7 p.m., in the front half of the Mount Diablo Events Center (MDEC). For more information about the club, visit Trilogy’s internal website or email Kyle Johnson at ladykyle@gmail.com.
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get users high, as another cannabinoid, a psychoactive part of the marijuana plant known as THC, is responsible for that effect. CBD advocates often note its potential to alleviate pain associated with arthritis. While studies on animals have supported those claims, the Arthritis Foundation notes such studies do not always translate to people. The Arthritis Foundation also notes, thus far, human studies examining the potential efficacy of CBD in treating arthritis pain have produced mixed results, and the Harvard Medical School notes more studies are necessary to determine the potential of CBD in treating pain, including that caused by arthritis. Laws also vary regarding the legality of CBD, though many places allow some form of it. Consumers should consult with their physicians regarding their conditions and whether or not CBD might help them. – Courtesy Metro Creative
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we chitchatted about her plans after retirement she mentioned that her Dad had some real estate holdings that she would be working on to “get things straightened out”. I asked what needed straightening and she gave me a long list of all the things that had been neglected over the last ten years. What struck me was the comment she made about having had a conversation with her Dad many years ago. She told him it would be really helpful if he would fill her in on his real estate holdings, his investments, and, most importantly, how he wanted things handled in the future. He was 80 at the time. She offered to help him with some of the day to day responsibilities. He told her that, while he appreciated the offer, he was fine and didn’t need her to step in and help. She felt he may have even been a bit offended that she had broached the subject at all. She continued through the hustle and bustle of life and he seemed to be handling things so she didn’t ask any questions. As she discussed her retirement with him, he told her he was glad she would have some free time because he may need her help ‘getting some things straightened out’. That is when she learned the reality. He told her there were several properties that were in serious disarray, there are a few legal lease issues, and one property has a hazardous waste issue that could mean real trouble for him. She was overwhelmed as he explained how things had just “kinda gotten away from him”. She asked herself “how did this happen?” He was fine… until he wasn’t. The hard part for parents, and their adult children, is knowing when it is time to have “The Conversation”. For the parents, it is an acknowledgement that perhaps they are not able to “handle it all” anymore. It is a loss of independence. It just doesn’t feel great. For the kids, it feels intrusive and hurtful. Our parents are ‘Mom and Dad’ – the backbone of the family. They have taken care of us all our lives, through successes and failures; love and heartache; they have always been our rock. Now it feels like we are telling them they can’t handle it anymore. The reality is that we must learn how to have intergenerational conversations before a crisis. The worst time to try to ‘figure stuff out’ is during an emergency when tensions are high, and emotions are overflowing. So, who needs to know what? The Executor of the Trust, or your choice of who will handle your estate in the absence of a trust, needs to be very well versed in how you want things handled when the time comes. They need to know where your assets are held and how you want them distributed. There are so many important details they will have to handle at the time of your death, all
Beth Miller-Rowe has been in the mortgage industry for 36 years specializing in reverse mortgages for the past 10 years. Beth has degrees in economics and business administration.
while grieving your passing. The more information you can give them today, the more likely they will be able to carry out your wishes when the time comes. People often have their trust in a file cabinet, and they think that is it. I did my due diligence and now they can sort through it all once I am gone. Remember, none of us is promised tomorrow. We are not promised our health. It is just as important that someone be informed of your holdings, and your wishes, while you are still alive. The world is full of hazards – a car accident, or a fall down the stairs. Or a broken leg while skiing or a topple while sky diving – something could happen at any time. If you are laid up in the hospital for any length of time it will be important that someone can handle your affairs. If something worse, or more permanent, were to happen it becomes even more important that someone be well informed on your affairs. If they are walking in blind, with no prior knowledge, it will be all the more difficult. Remember, they are coping with your illness, and trying to wade through a maze blindfolded. Most seniors have thought about drawing up a trust, they have thought about funeral arrangements, they have even asked their kids to mark certain family heirlooms they want after their passing. These are things they are often open about when talking with their kids. The one topic seniors don’t like to talk about is day-to-day finances. Often, as ‘the conversation’ unfolds, it becomes apparent that additional monthly cash flow or elimination of the monthly mortgage debt might provide extra security and financial comfort. There may be plenty of assets, plenty of insurance, plenty of ‘stuff’ to distribute after death, but what about while we are still alive, and wanting to enjoy our time. It is interesting because my meeting with the parents is frequently at the suggestion of the adult kids who have noticed that things are tight. They want their parents to live out their years in comfort,
they want them to enjoy, they want them to spend what they have earned. It is often Mom and Dad who think the kids want them to be super frugal so there is more inheritance. I think, these days, it is just the opposite. Kids get it. Mom and Dad worked hard. It is their money. The kids want you to enjoy it while you can. Even though it is hard, the first step for a successful conversation is just being aware that all parties are hesitant about broaching the subject. Whether the conversation is between two people, four people, or ten people, just knowing that everyone is feeling a bit anxious helps to calm the waters. I think a good second step is to be casual. The bigger deal that is made of the conversation the bigger deal it seems in everyone’s mind. A casual Sunday dinner with some chitchat about the status of your investments, or your long-term care insurance, or your Living Trust, opens the door. It lets the kids know you’re ready to share; and it lifts a huge weight off your shoulders. Let your kids help you. I promise they want to be there for you. At our firm, The Reverse Mortgage Group, we want to help you to create a life plan. We work toward a strategy that will hopefully help you to live out your years in security, comfort, and even add a pinch of fun! As we review your goals we will look at all aspects of your finances to see if a reverse mortgage would be a good retirement tool to enhance that life plan. If it is, great. If it isn’t, that is okay too. We feel our job is to provide you with local face-to-face education. I will sit down with you at your kitchen table and help you to make educated decisions – Advertorial
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Beth Miller-Rowe NMLS: 294774
Branch Manager and Reverse Mortgage Specialist
The Reverse Mortgage Group • A Division of American Pacific Mortgage Corp.
Office: 925-969-0380 Cell: 925-381-8264 Beth@YourReverse.com
3478 Buskirk Ave., Ste. 1000 Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
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*Reverse mortgages are loans offered to homeowners who are 62 or older who have equity in their homes. The loan programs allow borrowers to defer payment on the loans until they pass away, sell the home, or move out. Homeowners, however, remain responsible for the payment of taxes, insurance, maintenance, and other items. Nonpayment of these items can lead to a default under the loan terms and ultimate loss of the home. FHA insured reverse mortgages have an up front and ongoing cost; ask your loan officer for details. These materials are not from, nor approved by HUD, FHA, or any governing agency. **American Pacific Mortgage Corporation is not financial service company or licensed tax advisors; the material provided is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, tax and/or mortgage advice. Although the material is deemed to be accurate and reliable, there is no guarantee it is without errors. We are not financial or tax advisors, please contact your financial professional for your personal financial situation.