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by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

The City of Brentwood is serving up money for downtown restaurant owners interested in expanding their outdoor dining furniture options. The Brentwood City Council this week warmed up plans to offer downtown restaurateurs up to $5,000 each to purchase high-quality furniture, fencing, umbrellas and other approved outdoor merchandise for their establishments. The program is aimed at complementing and enhancing downtown revitalization efforts, while also promoting joint public-private action and investment, which will contribute to the overall strength and vibrancy of downtown,

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eritage High School’s homecoming king and queen, Jyrhed Suriba and Emma Lapum, were named at the football team’s game against San Ramon’s California High on Friday, Sept. 20, during which they fell 12-3. Next, the Patriots will return to their home field to face Antioch High, Friday, Sept. 27. To view a video and a slideshow of the event, visit www.thepress.net/multimedia

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Patriots Jet Foundation plans annual fundraiser gala event. Page 7

Newsom signals veto of environmental bill New Coach by Tony Kukulich Staff Writer

When Gov. Gavin Newsom vowed last week to veto Senate Bill 1 (SB 1) — the California Environmental, Public Health and Workers Defense Act — he caught environmentalists and supporters by surprise, and his decision could have far-reaching impacts in the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta. “Every water group and environmental group in California understands that this is a dangerous bill to veto for the Delta and environmental protection across the board,” said Barbara Barrigan-Parrilla, executive director of Restore the Delta. The bill’s author, Senate President pro Tempore Toni Atkins, D-San Diego, called SB 1

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Barbara Barrigan-Parrilla executive director of Restore the Delta “California’s insurance policy against the reckless deregulation happening at the federal level.” The bill argues that, for eight decades, California has depended upon a variety of federal regulations to protect the state’s public health, safety, environment and natural resources. Since 2017, the bill states, the Trump administration has “signaled a series of direct chal-

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ing effect. Limits to the volume of water that can be pumped from the Delta are in place to protect fish species like salmon and Delta smelt. Without those protections in place, the federally administered Central Valley Project may be free to increase water exports to the agricultural Central Valley. Over-pumping the Delta threatens the collapse of the salmon fisheries dependent on the Delta, and possibly the entire ecosystem, along with the economies and cultures attached to it. “The governor’s announcement is disappointing,” wrote the SB 1 Coalition — an environmental organization that includes the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), Siersee Bill page 26

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Citizen, Business of the Year nominations open The Brentwood Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for its “Citizen of the Year” and “Business of the Year” awards. The Brentwood Chamber of Commerce’s “Citizen of the Year” award honors an individual for their contribution in making Brentwood a better place to live and work. This year’s winner will be publicized and invited to the chamber’s annual awards dinner, where they will be publicly recognized and honored for contributions to the community. The recipient will also have opportuni-

ties to be recognized at events throughout the year. The nominee does not have to be a member of the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce. People who have been Citizen of the Year in the past are not eligible. Nominations can be made online at www. brentwoodchamber.com/form/view/17715 or in person at the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce, 35 Oak St. in Brentwood. The “Business of the Year” award honors a business for its contribution in making Brentwood a better place to live and work.

The winner will be publicized and invited to the February 2020 Awards Gala, where the business will be recognized and honored for contributions to the betterment of the community. Nominations can be made online at www. brentwoodchamber.com/form/view/17716 or in person at the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce, 35 Oak St. in Brentwood. All nominations for both awards are due by noon on Dec. 31. For additional questions, call the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce office at 925-634-3344.

Brentwood School Board accepting applications Trustees with the Brentwood Union School District are accepting applications from individuals interested in filling the seat of Board Member James Cushing, who died on Wednesday, Sept. 11. Candidates must reside within Brentwood Union School District boundaries and be a state citizen. They must also be at least 18 years old, registered to vote and have no disqualifying criminal record. Candidates also cannot work for the district

or have any conflicts of interest. Trustees will interview candidates in an open session and select someone to complete Cushing’s term at their meeting Wednesday, Oct. 30. The term will end in November 2020. Under California State law, when a seat on the Board of Education becomes open, trustees can choose to fill it via appointment or through a special election. They voted unanimously in a special meeting Thurs-

day, Sept. 19, to make an appointment. The cost of a special election, estimated between $50,000 and $75,000, was a major reason for the board’s decision. Board Member Emil Geddes said during the Sept. 19 meeting he feels strongly about the appointment process — the interviews are open and transparent, allowing potential for public input. Trustee Carlos Sanabria agreed, also noting it is important to have a new trustee on the

board as soon as possible. The deadline for submitting applications is Friday, Oct. 18 at 5 p.m. Applications are available at www.bit. ly/busdboardapplication and should be returned to Office of the Superintendent, attention Nicole Kleven, 255 Guthrie Lane, Brentwood, California, 94513, or emailed to nkleven@brentwood.k12.ca.us. For additional questions, contact Superintendent Dana Eaton at 925-513-6349.

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Little beauty queen collects pet food donations by Dawnmarie Fehr

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Mini pageant queen Arianna Hammer is using her platform as Miss Agriculture America Northern California to help her four-legged friends. The 7-year-old won this title — her latest in a series of titles — earlier this year, and as part of her responsibilities, Arianna is working on three separate volunteer services. Her first project was passing out seed packets at the Brentwood Classic 4th of July Parade two months ago. Her second was speaking to her second-grade class at Brentwood Elementary about the importance of agriculture. Through Lowes, her sponsor, Arianna’s classmates each received one plant. “That was important to her,” Arianna’s mother, Brenna Hammer said. “She wants everyone to have a garden, because she has one and she loves it.” Arianna’s third project is collecting pet food to donate to three local animal shelters: Kitty 911 Rescue, First Responders Dog Rescue and Antioch Animal Services. She said she’s drawn to animals because she believes all creatures should be treated fairly. “The golden rule is that everybody in the whole wide world treats others how they want to be treated,” Arianna said. “If you treat people how you want to be treated, then other people will get treated the same way, and it would be fair, and the whole world would be fair.” Arianna has worked with Tractor Supply of Brentwood to organize a pet food drive for her chosen shelters. Donors can drop off wet or dry dog or cat food and new or gently used blankets from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 12, at Tractor Supply, 8800 Brentwood Boulevard in Brentwood. Arianna has been participating in pageants since the age of 4, when she saw one on TV and asked her

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Antioch group to honor vets Cleaning up the creek A new committee is asking for community support to grow its Antioch Veterans Memorial Banner program in order to honor seven veterans with large signs down Antioch’s L Street. With no charge to veterans’ families, the group looks to raise vital funding for the banners, which pay tribute to deceased military servicemembers who have ties to Antioch. After seeing similar banners in Discovery Bay, Antioch City Councilmember Lori Ogorchock introduced the idea to others. “I believe it’s a way to honor our loved ones who served in the military,” she said. The first veterans honored — all longtime Antioch residents — were Bob Brooks (Army); James George (Army, former Antioch VFW Post 6435 commander); Paul Lamothe (Navy); Robert Motts (Army, solider in Battle of the Bulge); Doug H. Pierce (Air Force); Gregory Rocha (Marine Corps); and James D. Williams (Merchant Marine).

Each banner displays the veteran’s name, branch of service, rank and official military photo. The committee has plans to eventually feature the banners throughout the city, said Tom Menasco, committee chair and Vietnam-era veteran. “(We want to) connect with others in order to sustain interest on a long-term basis,” Menasco said. “As a community, we should be proud … because history has shown we have paid a high price for freedom.” Another key organizer is J.R. Wilson, president of the Delta Veterans Group. He is grateful for the assistance from the veterans’ community and support for those initial funds, which included a grant from the Antioch Civic program and donations from Antioch Rotary Club, Antioch VFW Post 6435, Antioch American Legion and the DVG. For more information or a banner application, visit www.deltaveteransgroup.org.

Learn about the Road Scholar mission to inspire older adults and retirees to learn, discover and travel, Thursday, Oct. 3, at 6:30 p.m. at the Brentwood Library. Local ambassador Maxine Topper will share her personal travel experiences and present a short video about a Road Scholar adventure in St. Petersburg. This program is part of the 2019 Brentwood Library CityRead of “The Romanov Empress: A Novel of Tsarina

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Aviation excitement flying for Jet Team gala Those interested in aviation – as a career or as a hobby – have a unique opportunity to explore it right here in East County. The Patriots Jet Team Foundation (PJTF) is a nonprofit organization founded in 2011 that works to educate and excite youth about aviation, space and STEM subjects. PJTF utilizes programs and activities at local schools, as well as at its “learning center,” the Byron Airport. The foundation, which was named 2018 Nonprofit of the Year by the Discovery Bay Chamber of Commerce, collaborates with teachers and parents within the community to encourage middle and high school students in areas of leadership, teamwork, purpose and community values. Board member and volunteer Donald Paiva, who has been involved with PJTF for six years, said he values working with students and the community feel the foundation has. “I really enjoy giving back, particularly working with the students and seeing their excitement as they learn new concepts through a different lens: our hands-on programs,” Paiva said. “It’s rewarding to help students learn more about career opportunities in aviation and STEM areas, along with sharing insights and offering guidance to their parents.” About 15,000 students have participated in PJTF activities within the last five years. PJTF offers a wide variety of programs for students, including: classes for students interested in aviation or aerospace fields; partnering with schools to offer air rocket competitions, science projects, classroom presentations and career fairs; cross-curriculum advanced placement (AP) courses at Freedom High School; high-altitude balloon programs at Excelsior Middle School; Young Eagles “Kids Fly Free” events at the Byron Airport; aviation-related

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Nov. 9, 1949 – Sept. 18, 2019 Discovery Bay resident James “Bernie” Lynch passed quietly in his sleep as he always wished to. His wife Linda Lynch, son Matthew Lynch, brother Dan Lynch and nephews Dan and Steve Lynch survive him. He was preceded in death by his son Bernie Lynch, and brother Steve Lynch. He spent 30 years as a firefighter for Lawrence Livermore Lab. It was not just a job – it was a passion; it was his family; and he held them all close to his heart. Bernie always had a smile on his face and was willing to do anything to help someone. He was funny, kind and so very loving. His stories were a bit long, but that was part of his charm, which always made you laugh.

He began surfing at a young age and surfed many beaches up and down California, but his real heart for surfing was in Hawaii. While he attended the University of Hawaii, it became part of his being. After moving to Maui in 2003, his dream of surfing those waves became a reality again. He even had a surfboard designed just for him by Ole, a dream he always had. Always in our hearts, he will be missed. A small family gathering will celebrate his life.

Ryan Ybarra, Eagle Scout

e are happy to announce Ryan Ybarra, a junior at Heritage High School, has achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. Ryan was awarded his rank on July 25 and his Court of Honor ceremony will be held on Nov. 2. For his project, he led a large group of scouts and adults in creating three planter boxes at Resurrection Ministries that will serve as a centerpiece of what he hopes someday will be a thriving gardening ministry. Along the way, Ryan has earned national outdoor achievement awards and 33 merit badges. Ryan is a member of both the Order of the Arrow and the Wolfeboro Pioneers. Ryan has held several leadership positions, including scribe, patrol leader and currently, assistant senior patrol leader. Ryan has camped, hiked and provided countless service hours to our community and has also completed National Youth Leadership Training. Photo courtesy of Marcos Ybarra

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Brentwood PD to increase security at public events In an effort to enhance public safety and preserve quality of life in the community, the Brentwood Police Department (PD) will add additional security measures when staffing certain public events. Recent mass shootings in Gilroy, Dayton and El Paso have caused Brentwood PD to revisit how it deploys resources at public events. Proactive planning and preparation is key to better protect visitors and members of the community. As a result of the department’s reevaluation of public event security, Police Chief Thomas Hansen has authorized officers of the department to carry patrol rifles at City of Brentwood public events. Brentwood PD may also deploy mobile vehicle barriers, which are used to cordon off areas where large crowds are assembled. These metal barriers are easily deployed and were authorized for purchase by the Brentwood City Council as part of its 2019-20 Strategic

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At its September 11 meeting, the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District unanimously approved an agreement with Blackhawk-Nunn — the people behind Measure L — to build a new fire station, support firefighter staffing and fund much-needed fire safety and emergency response equipment. The East Contra Costa Fire Protection District is critically underfunded which, coupled with California’s wildfires, is hazardous for everyone.

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Editor: What is the City of Antioch doing with the money? We were once told when the lotto came out that money would be used for the schools. Did it happen? No. Gas prices are steadily going up — we were told the reason is to fix our broken down streets and highways. Has it happened? No. Not out here in Antioch, anyway. Whoever is in charge of what our cities look like: Why hasn’t the City of Antioch done anything to improve our town? The cities of Pittsburg and Brentwood have improved what their towns look like. Why does Antioch remain looking like one big garbage ghetto? Trash everywhere you turn, broken down cars and more and more homeless people are everywhere in Antioch, because instead of the city council members voting and demanding we have rent control, they are too busy voting on their pay increases. The nerve of them! I can understand them getting an increase in pay if they were doing something, anything, to better our town — but sitting behind a desk all day is no reason for them to give themselves a 75% pay increase, almost doubling their salary. What have you done to earn this almost double pay raise? The same way council members voted for your increase in pay, why don’t you vote on rent control? At least that way, there would be less people becoming homeless everyday. Instead of giving yourselves the city’s money, why wasn’t that money being used to build more affordable housing? Stop allowing more homes being built here and start thinking about us, the less fortunate people who were not born with a silver spoon in our mouths. More affordable housing, please! Rent control, please! Thank you. Janet Alaniz Antioch

Editor: The East Contra Costa Historical Society held its 31st annual community barbecue on Sept. 8. The barbecue serves as the major fundraiser to help maintain the museum for public and school tours and to preserve historical documents and photos. ECCHS does not receive revenue from any governmental source, so all funds derived for its support come from individual and business donors, membership dues and events such as the barbecue. As an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization, any contributions that offset the costs of the barbecue are greatly appreciated. East County has once again shown its giving spirit in contributing to this cause. We owe a huge debt of gratitude to the following individuals and businesses for their donations: Rotary Club and Rotary Interact, G&S Farms, Ron and Shirley Nunn, Bill Brandt Ford, Smith Family Farm, Dave Perry, Brentwood Café, Delta Pure Water, Brentwood Funeral Home, Harvest Park Bowl and Oakley Grocery Outlet. In addition, our gratitude to Knightsen 4-H, Danny Love, Lauralye Casipit, Replay Quartet and Durt Cheap band for participating in the event and to the Orin Allen Youth Rehabilitation Facility for their services. A special thank you to Rob Brandt for coordinating many of the tasks needed to successfully stage the barbecue. To the following raffle prize donors, we offer a sincere thank you for adding to the day’s event: AMC Theaters, Atlantis Casino Resort, Blackhawk Museum, Boardwalk Grill, Brentwood Auto Spa, Concannon Winery, Delta Black Bear Diner, Discovery Bay Country Club, Harrah’s Lake Tahoe Resort, Harvest Park Bowl, Kinder’s Meats, Brentwood Napa Auto Parts, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Trader Joe’s

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and Zephyr Bar & Grill. This event could not happen without our many members and friends who worked tirelessly for several days to prepare for the barbecue. Their efforts are much appreciated. We invite anyone interested in the history of this area to join ECCHS. Annual dues are $25 for individuals, $30 for families and $50 for businesses. Shirley L. McCall Secretary, East Contra Costa Historical Society

Proud to support Measure L

Editor: I had the honor and pleasure to serve on the Brentwood City Council for eight years, part of that time as vice mayor. During that time, we worked very hard to attract quality builders and developers to build infrastructure (roads, schools, open space requirements, etc.), which we all enjoy today as residents of the community. One of the things I am proud of is working with Blackhawk/Nunn on their active adult communities of Summerset and Trilogy. At the time, they were pioneers in establishing active adult living in East County. These communities

have become an economic engine for the City of Brentwood and have provided for a wonderful lifestyle for our residents without creating the school and traffic impacts. I encourage you to support Measure L for another Blackhawk/Nunn active adult community, which will continue quality growth with tremendous economic benefits to our entire community. Milan “Pete” Petrovich Brentwood

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Editor: Well, I guess I really started a dialogue when I asked Trump supporters to write to the Brentwood Press and tell me why they support him. Thank you, Brentwood Press, for publishing my letter and the responses. Thank you to those who responded. It’s been an enlightening experience. I’m convinced it’s absolutely crucial for us voters to ignore political slogans and check facts before casting our votes. For those of you who are too young to vote: Keep reminding us that we hold your future in our hands. Carole Main Brentwood

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County Supervisor, Dist. III Diane Burgis 3361 Walnut Blvd., Suite 140 Brentwood, CA 94513 Phone: 925-252-4500 Fax: 925-240-7261 dist3@bos.cccounty.us County Supervisor, Dist. V Federal D. Glover 315 E. Leland Road Pittsburg, CA 94565 Phone: 925-427-8138 Fax: 925-427-8142 district5@bos.cccounty.us

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Liberty football team downs Cardinal Newman by Jesus Cano Correspondent

If there is something Ryan Partridge and the rest of the Liberty football faithful learned about this 2019 team, it’s that they been able to close out tight games. The Lions finished non-league play going a perfect 5-0. After kicking off the season with a marginal win over Vacaville, the remaining four of those games have been nail-biters, being won by five points or less. And Liberty’s 17-13 victory over Cardinal Newman last week was no exception. “We haven’t found our identity yet on offense and its coming,” said Partridge. “These kids know how to win. Someone dubbed us the ‘Cardiac Cats’ on Twitter last week and it’s kind of how it’s been.” One of the biggest headlines heading into the season was the lack of returning receivers Liberty possesed. But Jay Butterfield has made the most of it. The Oregon commit went 14 for 27 with 142 yards. “We just been trying to get as much as possible in practice,” said Butterfield. “We’re trying to translate it out, we all make mistakes but we have to work through it.” Ryan Tolero lined a 36-yard field goal to give Liberty a 3-0 lead in the first quarter. Liberty added in its next possession. In a 50-yard drive that was led by a 20-yard pass from Jay Butterfield to Cody Muth, primary linebacker turned fullback Mason Padilla scored on a one-yard run to make

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it 10-0 in the first quarter. Cardinal Newman cut the lead to three with a 59-yard touchdown pass from Jackson Pavitt to Tsion Nunnally. It was 10-7 at halftime. While Butterfield eventually scored the game winner on a one-yard sneak, running back Darrion Bartley was an instrumental part in making it down field. The honor bowl MVP carried the ball 28 times

for 184 rushing yards. Liberty’s defense also played a huge part. With two-way players consisting of Payton Zdroik, Akili Calhoun, James McNorton and Cle’mone Kennedy holding Newman to just 39 rushing yards. It was also the first time this line played together with Calhoun returning from injury. While Butterfield’s number are slightly down, Partridge stands by his pro-style

quarterback. “I’m sick of hearing it,” said Partridge. “It’s not Jay. It’s our team. Our receivers have to get open; he was putting balls on guys.” Nonetheless, Liberty is off to a 5-0 start and will kick off BVAL play at Freedom in the Bell game on Sept. 27. To view a slideshow, visit www.thepress. net/multimedia/slideshows

New coach takes over for Freedom girls’ tennis team by Patrick Gordon Correspondent

Freedom High School’s girls’ tennis team has a new coach at the helm, and she’s looking to build on the successes of her predecessor. While Monique Paris’ tenure as the girls’ tennis coach at Freedom High School started in August, her coaching journey started long before that. Paris played on the Freedom tennis team for three years, acting as team captain during her senior year. During the summer, she helped coach at Freedom’s summer youth tennis camps. After high school, she played for Diablo Valley College, where she twice qualified for the state tournament in doubles. Between tennis seasons, she coached at various levels. As a summer camp instructor at Heather Farm Park in Walnut Creek, she taught players from young children to seniors in their mid-90s. “I’ve taught tennis to people in all age and ability levels,” Paris explained. “Each one is fun and unique, and I love teaching people the sport.”

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In 2016, she was hired at Camp Laurel, an overnight camp in Readfield, Maine. There, she worked with fellow coaches from around the United States and some international talent as well. “The teaching pro was from Brazil,” she said. “Coaching back east was a unique experience because I got exposed to all different kinds of tennis. I had all

these great coaching experiences, not only at Freedom, and now I get to come back and bring it all together.” She’s taking over for former coach Steve Amaro, who coached the team for 21 years. Coaching at Freedom is a new challenge, one Paris is looking forward to. “It’s an honor to take over for Steve Amaro,” she said. “I’m really excited to

have the opportunity to coach this team. It’s something that’s very important to me, and I can’t to see how we take what Steve instilled in the program and then keep building on it and helping the girls have fun while they’re doing it.” Paris, who is also a special education teacher at Laurel Elementary School in Oakley, says the new job is a lot to take on, but she plans on using what she learned from Amaro and expanding on it. “I’m learning a lot,” she said. “Having helped out with the program and having this strong coaching background is helpful in a lot of ways. I’ve been an assistant coach there this prior year. I want to honor the traditions and routines but bring new things that I’ve learned from other teaching pros and programs.” Freedom won their first league match against Antioch on Sept. 24 by a score of 8-1. Paris says it’s too early to predict how this season will turn out, but her goal is to see the team improve over time. “It will be interesting to see how much the girls improve over the course of this season and the rest of their league see Tennis page 18

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Heritage football team drops homecoming contest by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

Brentwood’s Heritage High School football team kept the home crowd excited for the duration of its homecoming game against California High last week, but they came out on the wrong end of a 12-3 contest to wrap up non-league play. Heritage quarterback Trevor Moorman (nine of 19 for 63 yards and 35 more on the ground) and backup running back Alec Brannen (14 carries for 83 yards) stepped up after starting back Hanai Muhammad left with an ankle injury in the first quarter, but the duo was upstaged by Grizzlies running backs Giovanni Phillips (11 rushes for 59 yards) and Daniel Desoto (eight carries for 27 yards), who took care of the scoring for undefeated California. “The boys played so tough against a very good team,” said Heritage head coach Don Sanders. “(California High) are 4-0 now. 12-3 is pretty good.” Heritage (1-4) kept the game close from the opening kick, but were ultimately undone by failed special teams execution on a Grizzlies fake field goal attempt that went for a touchdown; a missed fourth-down attempt to open the second half and a pair of untimely interceptions. California opened the game on a nineplay, 84-yard drive that culminated in a 1-yard Desoto score, to give Cal a 6-0 lead it wouldn’t relinquish. Heritage drew within 6-3 on Tanner

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Heritage quarterback Trevor Moorman releases a pass during the Patriots close 12-3 loss to California last week. Heritage ends non-league play 1-4. Hartwig’s 26-yard field goal midway through the second quarter, but Cal answered on the next drive, turning its own 26-yard field goal attempt into a 9-yard end around for Phillips to secure a 12-3 lead, late in the first half. “A couple of plays here or there, and it’s completely different,” Sanders said. “We’ll

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Tennis from page 17 matches,” she noted. She said last year was a rebuilding year after losing a lot of seniors, but the team showed signs of growth. “The one thing about Freedom tennis is that they’re constantly getting better throughout the season,” she said. “The

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005360-00 The name of the business(es): DLHA Law Group Located at: 1211 Newell Avenue, Suite 210 In: Walnut Creek, CA 94596, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): De La Housaye & Associates, A Law Corporation. 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: C. Angela De La Housaye, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 28, 2019 by Deputy R. Rentals Expires August 28, 2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80704 Publish dates: September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 2019.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005715-00 The name of the business(es): Tri-Delta Realty Located at: 3377 Deer Valley Road, Suite 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: September 13, 2019 by Deputy S. Smith Expires September 13, 2024 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 80736 Publish dates: September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 2019.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005409-00 The name of the business(es): Aspire Financial & Insurance Services Located at: 4075 Regatta Drive In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner: 1. Andrew Paul Mirizzi 2. Jessica Anne Mirizzi. This business is conducted by: Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Jessica Mirizzi. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 29, 2019 by Deputy S Smith Expires 8/29/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80685 Publish dates: September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 2019.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005683-00 The name of the business(es): Charme Vintage Located at: 1609 Oak Park Blvd In: Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Nancy Robinson. 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: Nancy A. Robinson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 11, 2019 by Deputy P. Cornellus Expires September 11, 2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80726 Publish dates: September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 2019.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005725-00 The name of the business(es): PROmotions Located at: 6001 Bridgehead Road In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. John Chadwick 2. Denise Chadwick. This business is conducted by: Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 9-13-19. Signature of registrant: Denise Chadwick. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 13, 2019 by Deputy C. Garcia Expires September 13, 2024 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 80748 Publish dates: September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 2019.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-14-655720-CL Order No.: 590530 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/3/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. 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): ALEJANDRO A. PADILLA-ACOSTA AND FATIMA R. PADILLA, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 2/16/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0053418-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 11/13/2019 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: $515,484.78 The purported property address is: 5132 MONITOR PASS WAY, ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 055-300-048 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-14-655720-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 619-6457711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-14-655720CL IDSPub #0156892 9/27/2019 10/4/2019 10/11/2019 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 80818 Publish Dates: September 27, October 4, 11, 2019.

mini fridge, floor mats & cabinets. 8. Erica Constanza - Paint, chairs, table, printer & shelving. 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: 9/27/2019 and 10/4/2019 or Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 604-9695 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80826 Publish Dates: September 27, October 4, 2019.

not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 11/05/19 at 9:00AM in Dept. 14 located at 725 COURT STREET, MARTINEZ, CA 94553 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner SUZY TAROYAN - SBN 307165 NICKENS & NAZARYAN INC. 942 ENTERPRISE DRIVE, SUITE A SACRAMENTO CA 95825 9/13, 9/20, 9/27/19 CNS-3291101# BRENTWOOD PRESS Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80682 Publish dates: September 13, 20, 27, 2019.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005417-00 The name of the business: PCJJ Living Community Located at: 5025 Ranch Hollow Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Philicia Jones 2 Clement Seniga. This business is conducted by: A General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8-30-19. Signature of registrant: Philicia Jones. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 30, 2019 by Deputy S. Smith Expires August 30, 2024 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 80855 Publish dates: September 27, October 4, 11, 18, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005459-00 The name of the business(es): Cobaltia Travel Located at: 5686 Leitrim Court In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Lisa Marie Bibby 2. Steven Wayne Bibby. This business is conducted by: Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Lisa Bibby. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 3, 2019 by Deputy S. Smith Expires September 3, 2024. Antioch Press No. 06-1617 80739 Publish dates: September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005490-00 The name of the business: Apocalypse Athletics Located at: 1324 Noia Ave In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Juan Carlos Moreno. 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: Juan Carlos Moreno. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 4, 2019 by Deputy S Alvarez Expires 9/4/2024 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 80697 Publish dates: September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005539-00 The name of the business: D & V Enhancement Services Located at: 4851-B Lone Tree Way In: Anttioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner: D+V Enhancement Services. 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: Vicky Ting / President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 5, 2019 by Deputy P Cornelius Expires 9/5/2024 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 80694 Publish dates: September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 2019.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005043-00 The name of the business: Hold Your Horses Livestock Emergency Evacuation Response Team Located at: 2756 Poe Lane In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Someday Ranch, Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/1/2019. Signature of registrant: Chantel Tieman, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 13, 2019 by Deputy J Graff Expires 8/13/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80677 Publish dates: September 6, 13, 20, 27, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005086-00 The name of the busines: Big Sky Enterprises Located at: 3056 Wright Wy In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: William John Curnow. 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: William John Curnow. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 15, 2019 by Deputy C Pittman Expires 8/15/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80699 Publish dates: September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005342-00 The name of the business: Quality Painting Located at: 3230 Balfour Rd Suite D #198 In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Richard Marquez. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/27/19. Signature of registrant: Richard Marquez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 27, 2019 by Deputy P Cornelius Expires 8/27/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80698 Publish dates: September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005358-00 The name of the business(es): DLHA De La Housaye & Associates Law Group Located at: 1211 Newell Avenue, Suite 210 In: Walnut Creek, CA 94596, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): De La Housaye & Associates, A Law Corporation. 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: C. Angela De La Housaye, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 28, 2019 by Deputy R. Rentals Expires August 28, 2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80705 Publish dates: September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 2019.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005470-00 The name of the business: 1. Anthony Striplen Photography 2. Anthony Gilbert Images Located at: 3282 Helen Lane In: Lafayette, CA 94549, is hereby registered by the following owner: Anthony Striplen. 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: Anthony Striplen. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 3, 2019 by Deputy P Cornelius Expires 9/3/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80722 Publish dates: September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 2019.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005684-00 The name of the business(es): Le Jardin Salon Located at: 1603 Oak Park Blvd In: Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Nancy Robinson. 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: Nancy A. Robinson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 11, 2019 by Deputy P. Cornelius Expires September 11, 2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80725 Publish dates: September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005714-00-00 The name of the business(es): Books Love Kidz Located at: 599 Apple Hill Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Jewel Bisset. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 9-13-19. Signature of registrant: Jewel Bisset. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 13, 2019 by Deputy C. Garcia Expires September 13, 2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80737 Publish dates: September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 2019.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005527-00 The name of the business(es): Bel Air Carpet Cleaning Located at: 1531 Trawler Street In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Anatole Vihracheff, Jr.. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11-1-09. Signature of registrant: Anatole Vihracheff, Jr.. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 5, 2019 by Deputy C. Preston Expires September 5, 2024 Brentwood NOTICE OF AUTO LIEN SALE Press No. 02-1273 80806 Publish dates: Notice is hereby given pursuant to SecSeptember 27, October 4, 11, 18, 2019. tions 3071 and 3072 of the Civil Code of the State of California that Curtis FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Dowling, located at 2777 Estrada Cr, NAME STATEMENT Antioch, CA 94509, will sell at public File No. F-0005529-00 The name of the auction on October 8, 2019, at 10:00 business(es): Danielle’s Mortgage A.M. the following: 2012 MercedesSupport Located at: 1175 Tropicana Ln Benz, Lic. # L7TB384; VIN.# WDIn: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby reg- DKJ5KB9CF142601. Said sale is for istered by the following owner(s): Dan- the purpose of satisfying a lien of Curtis ielle Marie Yocum-Solorio. This business Dowling, in the amount of $4,300.50 is conducted by: An Individual. The together with the costs of advertising registrant commenced to transact busi- and expenses of sale. 9/27/19 CNSness under the fictitious business name 3296075# BRENTWOOD PRESS Brentor names listed above on N/A. Signature wood Press No. 02-1273 80807 Publish of registrant: Danielle Marie Yocum-Sol- dates: September 27, 2019. orio. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: NOTICE OF LIEN SALE September 5, 2019 by Deputy B. Alvarez SELF STORAGE AUCTION Expires September 5, 2024 Brentwood NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the underPress No. 02-1273 80700 Publish dates: signed intends to sell the liened personal September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 2019. property described below, pursuant to the provisions of the California Code of FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Civil Procedure and the provisions of NAME STATEMENT the California Self-Storage Facilities Act, File No. F-0005572-00 The name of the Business and Professions Code Sections business(es): Mad Detailing Located 21700 et seq. at: 871 Bond Lane In: Brentwood, CA On the 11th day of October 2019, at 94513, is hereby registered by the 9:30 AM, the undersigned will sell the following owner(s): Michael Arlie. contents of liened storage units by public This business is conducted by: An In- sale by competitive bidding on the premdividual. The registrant commenced to ises where said property has been stored transact business under the fictitious and which are located at Acorn II Self business name or names listed above on Storage LLC, at 6900 Lone Tree Way, 9-9-19. Signature of registrant: Michael Brentwood, California 94513, Tel. Arlie. This statement was filed with the (925) 240-5000. Self-storage liened units County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: generally include miscellaneous houseSeptember 9, 2019 by Deputy J. Graff hold goods, office or business equipment, Expires September 9, 2024 Brentwood furniture, furnishings, clothing and perPress No. 02-1273 80779 Publish dates: sonal effects. In addition to those general September 27, October 4, 11, 18, 2019. contents, the pre-lien inventory revealed the following described goods: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Names: NAME STATEMENT 1. Teresita N. Delrosario - Dressers, 2 File No. F-0005616-00 The name of the TVs, 3 lamps, ping pong table & artwork. business(es): NuMint Located at: 2101 2. Burnetta C. Payne - Stereo equipHenry Hart Dr In: Brentwood, CA 94513, ment, desk, media stand, women shoes, is hereby registered by the following rugs, TV stand, ladders, large flat screen owner(s): Julia Nicole Kozlov. This busi- TV, BBQ, kids chair, boxes & bins. ness is conducted by: An Individual. The 3. Frederick Hillery - Safe, chairs, curegistrant commenced to transact busi- bicle partitions, filling cabinets, rolling ness under the fictitious business name office chairs. or names listed above on N/A. Signature 4. Jarrod Clarke - Washer & dryer. of registrant: Julia N. Kozlov. This state- 5. Michelle Wilson - Telescope, cruiser ment was filed with the County Clerk of bike & keyboard. Contra Costa County on: September 10, 6. Gavin Griswold - Artwork, amplifier, 2019 by Deputy B. Alvarez Expires Sep- ATV tires, fishing pole, camping equiptember 10, 2024 Brentwood Press No. ment, air compressor, foot/headboard & 02-1273 80777 Publish dates: Septem- luggage. ber 27, October 4, 11, 18, 2019. 7. Guadalupe Jimenez - Salon chairs,

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 11th day of October, at 10:30 A.M., the undersigned will sell the contents of liened storage units by public sale by competitive bidding on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at Acorn Self Storage LLC, at 5205 Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg, California 94565, Tel. (925) 432-3200. Selfstorage 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. Joan Michel Lehman- Artwork, 20 + Boxes & 2 Bins. 2. Kourtney Richardson- 3 Pieces of Luggage, Bongos, Hot Water Dispenser, Stool, file cabinet, 30+ Boxes & Bins. 3. Celeste Wright- 40+ Boxes & Bins, Stereo Equipment, 3 Computers, Vacuum, Air Soft Guns. 4. Eufracia M Cruz- Stereo equipment, Chair, Dresser, Exercise Equipment. 5. Elissa Robinson- Wooden furniture, 32 + Boxes & Bins, Luggage, printer. 6. Lloyd Butler- 2 Model T’s,70+ Boxes & Bins, 4 Book Shelves, Books, Car Parts, Large Scale, Clothes. 7. Nola Wright- Refrigerator, 12 + Boxes, 5 + Chairs, Hutch, Ladder. 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: 09/27/2019 and on 10/04/2019 Nor Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 604-9695 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80824 Publish Dates: September 27, October 4, 2019. NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ALICIA M. RAMIREZ CASE NO. P19-01222 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of ALICIA M. RAMIREZ. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by HENRY M. RAMIREZ in the Superior Court of California, County of CONTRA COSTA. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that HENRY M. RAMIREZ be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act . (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Section 21700 of the Business and Professions Code, State of California, the undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on Wednesday October 9th, 2019 at 10:00 A.M. at Brentwood Self Storage, 190 Sand Creek Rd. Brentwood, CA 94513. County of Contra Costa, State of California, the goods, chattel or other personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools and/or other household items. Stored by the following person(s): Ajay Singh Erika Wilson Juanita Esquer Michael Henkelman Scott Bowman Raina Kenney Marguerette Vampelt Midwest Energy Resource LLC James Chestnut Tom Silva Fara Bowman Sandra Gutierrez Matt Norte Stephanie Moniz All purchased goods are sold as is and must be paid for at the time of purchase. Cash Only. Management reserves the right to set a minimum bid and/or refuse any bids. This notice is subject to cancellation without notice in the event of a settlement between owner and obligated party. All sales are subject to prior cancellation. Terms, rules, and regulations are available at sale. Auction to be conducted by Auctioneer Forrest O’Brien Ca Bond # 00106386718 and/or Donna Wilson Ca Bond # 0562039 Sale Maker Auctions 925-392-8508. Legal EC 8976 Publication Dates: September 27th & October 4th 2019 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80838 Publish dates: September 27, October 4, 2019.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File No. - 17-11279 APN - 010-680040-2 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER BRENTWOOD BELVEDERE OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION (ASSOCIATION) COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS AND A NOTICE OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENT (LIEN) DATED 12-12-2017. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 10-232019 at 1:30 PM, At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center outside near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565, ALLIED TRUSTEE SERVICES, (Trustee) 990 Reserve Drive #208, Roseville, CA 95678, (877) 2824991 under and pursuant to Lien, recorded 12-18-2017 as Instrument 20170236480-00 Book - Page - - of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, CA, WILL CAUSE TO BE SOLD AT PUBLIC AUCTION to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check/ cash equivalent or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale) the property owned by YADER LOPEZ-SEVILLA AND CARLEE LOPEZ, situated in said County, describing the land therein: A.P.N.: 010-680040-2 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 34 ROCKWELL STREET BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. File No. - 17-11279 Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the sums due under the Lien. The estimated total unpaid balance at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is $6,651.22. THE PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD SUBJECT TO THE 90-DAY POSTSALE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION AS SET FORTH IN CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 5715(B). Association heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default. The undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically 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 Association, 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 (844) 477-7869, or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM for information, using the file number assigned to this case: 17-11279. 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: September 12, 2019 ALLIED TRUSTEE SERVICES, Trustee KATHLEEN YOUNG, Authorized Signature Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80742 Publish dates: September 27, October 4, 11, 2019.

NOTICE OF WAREHOUSE LIEN SALE Please take notice that, in accordance with California Commercial Code Sections 7209 and 7210, notice having been given to all parties believed to claim an interest and the time specified for payment in the notice having expired, the undersigned is entitled to a warehouse lien against that certain mobilehome described as a 1967 FLEETWOOD mobilehome, decal number ABG9374, serial number S205, label/insignia number 208443, now situated at 3505 Gateway Road, Space 208F (also known as F208), Bethel Island, California 94511. The parties believed to claim an interest in the mobilehome are: James H. Miller, Estate of James H. Miller, Donnelly Family Trust Act 1994, Cherie McFarland. Take further notice that the mobilehome will be sold at public auction for removal only at 10:00 a.m. on October 7, 2019, at Santiago Island Village, Park Office, located at 3505 Gateway Road, Bethel Island, California 94511. In order to prevent the mobilehome from being sold at the noticed sale, the amount of $2,084.28 must be paid by any person claiming a right in the mobilehome, prior to the sale date, and the mobilehome must then be promptly removed from the park. This amount includes estimated storage charges, publication charges, attor-neys fees, incidental and/or transportation charges, as provided in the Commercial Code, and is subject to further adjustment. Dowdall Law Offices, A.P.C.; Robin G. Eifler, Esq., 284 N. Glassell Street, Orange, California 92866; Attorneys and Authorized Agent for Santiago Island Village. 9707 CN963793 9707 Sep 20,27, 2019 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80665 Publish dates: September 20, 27, 2019.

no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 11/08/19 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: 09/12/19 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80732 Publish Dates: September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 2019.

by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: THOMAS ALEXANDER MORGAN, AN UNMARRIED MAN Duly Appointed Trustee: PRESTIGE DEFAULT SERVICES Recorded 11/25/2014 as Instrument No. 2014-0208785-00 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 10/11/2019 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $370,288.72 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 845 PATHFINDER COURT OAKLEY California 94561 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. All checks payable to Prestige Default Services. 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 https://www.servicelinkasap.com/ default.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case 19-2457. 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: 9/9/2019 PRESTIGE DEFAULT SERVICES 1920 Old Tustin Ave. Santa Ana, California 92705 Sale Line: (714) 730-2727 Michelle R. Ghidotti-Gonsalves, President A-4704649 09/20/2019, 09/27/2019, 10/04/2019 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 80715 Publish dates: September 20, 27, October 4, 2019.

only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED November 29, 2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On October 22, 2019 at 09:00 AM, Auction.com Room, Pleasant Hill Community Center, 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on December 6, 2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0388847-00, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by GERMAN OMAR AYALA, AN UNMARRIED MAN, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., as Beneficiary, as nominee for PAUL FINANCIAL, LLC as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4541 WATERFORD WAY, OAKLEY, CA 945610000 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $64,001.73 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by

a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Notice to Potential Bidders If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a Trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a Trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a 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 Auction.com at 800.280.2832 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Web site address www.Auction.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case,

CA08000098-19-1. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: August 27, 2019 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA0800009819-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone:949-252-8300 TDD: 866-6604288 Myron Ravelo, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.Auction.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Auction.com at 800.280.2832 Trustee Corps may be acting as a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained may be used for that purpose. Order Number 63912, Pub Dates: 09/13/2019, 09/20/2019, 09/27/2019, THE PRESS OAKLEY Oakley Press No. 03-0477 80684 Publish dates: September 13, 20, 27, 2019.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Clarence Cumberbatch Jr SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Clarence Cumberbatch Jr. CASE NUMBER: N19-1827 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Clarence Cumberbatch Jr. filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Clarence Cumberbatch Jr. b. AKA Pete Clarence Cumberbatch to Proposed Name: PETE Clarence CUMBERBATCH. 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: 11/15/19 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: 9/18/19 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80852 Publish Dates: September 27, October 4, 11, 18, 2019. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Reddy Gattu Kiran SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Reddy Gattu Kiran CASE NUMBER: N19-1637 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Reddy Gattu Kiran filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Reddy Gattu Kiran to Proposed Name: Kiran Reddy Duvvuru. 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

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE The following persons are in lien at Oakley Gateway Self Storage 2101 Laurel Rd Oakley, CA 94561: C1336 Douglas Hall A2 Teresita Delrosario B118 Ashley Whittington F1000 Ashley Williams The items to be sold include: Furniture, clothes, toys, and miscellaneous electronics. The date of the sale will be 10/8/18 at 11:00 am. The location of the sale will be: Online at www.storagetreasures. com 9/20/19 & 9/27/19 The auction end date will be 10/8/19 at 12:00 pm. All bids must be placed prior to this time. Oakley Press No. 061617 80749 Publish dates: September 20, 27, 2019. NOTICE OF NO ELECTION OF TRUSTEES OF RECLAMATION DISTRICT NO. 799 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a General Election will NOT be held in Reclamation District No. 799 on November 12, 2019, for the sole purpose of electing two trustees to serve on the Board of Trustees of this District. The election is uncontested as by the September 19, 2019 5:00 p.m. deadline, the District had received only two nominations for the two vacancies to be filled. Therefore, the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors will appoint the trustees and no election will be held. Dated: September 20, 2019 Dina Holder District Secretary, Reclamation District No. 799 Oakley Press No. 030477 80846 Publish Date: September 27, 2019. NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Section 21700 of the Business and Professions Code, State of California, the undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on Wednesday October 9th, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. at Oakley Self Storage, 4700 Main St. Oakley, CA 94561. County of Contra Costa, State of California, the goods, chattel or other personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools and/or other household items. Stored by the following person(s): Jerry Prather Karen Rivera Ernesto Garcia Mayra Garcia Agnes Taylor Lelah Sossaman All purchased goods are sold as is and must be paid for at the time of purchase. Cash Only. Management reserves the right to set a minimum bid and/or refuse any bids. This notice is subject to cancellation without notice in the event of a settlement between owner and obligated party. All sales are subject to prior cancellation. Terms, rules, and regulations are available at sale. Auction to be conducted by Auctioneer Forrest O’Brien Ca Bond # 00106386718 and/or Donna Wilson Ca Bond # 0562039 Sale Maker Auctions 925-392-8508. Legal EC 8976 Publication Dates: September 27th & October 4th 2019 Oakley Press No. 030477 80845 Publish Dates: September 27, October 4, 2019. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 19-2457 Loan No.: *******981 APN: 032-470-030 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/17/2014. 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 a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 035-740-007 TS No: CA08000098-19-1 TO No: 190718161-CA-VOI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE (The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d) (1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005458-00 The name of the business(es): Band-Its Headbands Located at: 1617 Cayenne Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Amy Jo Davies. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10-1-13. Signature of registrant: Amy Jo Davies. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 3, 2019 by Deputy S. Smith Expires Seotember 3, 2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80877 Publish dates: September 27, October 4, 11, 18, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005527-00 The name of the business(es): Bel Air Carpet Cleaning Located at: 1531 Trawler Street In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Anatole Vihracheff, Jr.. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11-1-09. Signature of registrant: Anatole Vihracheff, Jr.. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 5, 2019 by Deputy C. Preston Expires September 5, 2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 80806 Publish dates: September 27, October 4, 11, 18, 2019.

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ANTIOCH Sept. 1, 1:12 a.m. A woman called and screamed that she needed help. Sept. 1, 9:53 p.m. Two subjects in a Chevy Blazer used a gun to rob someone who was walking on the 1900 block of Mokelumne Drive. The reporting person didn’t have a clear description of the subjects, who left the scene westbound on Prewitt Ranch Road. Sept. 2, 7:22 a.m. A person called to report that the rear slider of a home on the 4000 block of Boulder Drive was broken open. The reporting person said an older woman lived in the house, but didn’t know if she was there. Sept. 2, 1:23 p.m. Authorities received a report that two women in their 20s used a taser to rob someone and took their wallet. This report came from the 3300 block of Delta Fair Boulevard. Sept. 3, 2:43 a.m. A man called authorities, yelling and screaming, to report that he had just been robbed at gunpoint. This call came from the 2700 block of Delta Fair Boulevard. Sept. 3, 9:15 a.m. A person called authorities to vaguely describe a shoplifting incident occurring in a business on Lone Tree Way. The person said there was one male and one female involved, and they were getting verbally and physically out of control. Sept. 3, 11:41 a.m. Authorities received a report that two men were fighting on the 300 block of West Nineteenth Street. Sept. 3, 8:08 p.m. A person called authorities to report that a woman in a leather jacket and black shorts asked them for directions, then demanded their wallet while messing with a taser. This report came from the 3600 block of Lone Tree Way. Sept. 4, 8:49 a.m. A woman called from the 3400 block of Blythe Drive to report that her neighbor hit her husband with a crowbar, and her husband was bleeding. Sept. 5, 12:19 a.m. A person called to report that he had seen a man beat up a woman on the 900 block of West 10th Street. The reporting person said he was going to go help the woman, who was out cold. Sept. 8, 7:27 p.m. A 45-year-old man came into the emergency room with a stab wound to the left arm. He indicated that the incident occurred on Crestview Drive. Sept. 9, 10:36 a.m. A person called to report that they arrived home on

the 2400 block of Sunny Lane to find their house ransacked. Sept. 9, 11:26 a.m. Authorities received a report from a person who saw a subject in their house on a security camera. Sept. 9, 3:23 p.m. A robbery was reported on the 100 block of Fleetwood Drive. The reporting person said their 2005 Toyota Tacoma was also taken. Sept. 9, 9:58 p.m. A person called to report that their daughter beat up their brother, and medical attention was required. This report came from the 4500 block of Deerhorn Court. Sept. 10, 12:49 a.m. Authorities received a report of a robbery, and a male strangling a female who couldn’t breathe. This report came from the 1100 block of Sycamore Drive. Sept. 10, 11:56 a.m. A person called from the 30 block of Danridge Court to say their home had been robbed and that the subject had likely entered through the sliding glass door. Sept. 10, 3:22 p.m. Authorities received a report that a home on the 2800 block of Alcala Street had been robbed. The reporting person also said their Ring doorbell was offline. Sept. 10, 5:04 p.m. Authorities received a report that a man was on the ground, bleeding. Sept. 11, 12:17 p.m. A woman pulled a knife on an employee in a business on the 4000 block of Lone Tree Way. Sept. 12, 8:54 p.m. An assault was reported on the 2100 block of Alpha way. Sept. 13, 5:59 p.m. A robbery was reported at a store on the 4400 block of Lone Tree Way. A woman stole three bags of items from the store and pushed a security guard on her way out. She was wearing a white shirt and sweats. Sept. 13, 9:51 p.m. Authorities received a report of juveniles running and fighting in front of the theater on the 4700 block of Lone Tree Way.

BRENTWOOD Sept. 12, 3:03 a.m. A 2010 white Nissan Altima was robbed on Central Boulevard by two men. Sept. 12, 3:34 a.m. A woman called authorities to report that a subject, whom she knew, threw a flashlight at her and it hit her in the leg. This occurred on Orchard Drive. Sept. 12, 7:39 a.m. A person called to report that they found a motorized bike on their porch and had no idea where it came from. This report came from Diamond Springs Lane. Sept 12, 9:44 a.m. A case of fraud was reported on Maayan Place. A

man called to report that he had been scammed by a person he had tried to sell items to. Sept. 12, 10:03 a.m. Petty theft occurred on Sand Creek Road the previous day. The reporting person said they had video of suspicious activity. Sept. 12, 1:05 p.m. A person called authorities to report the rear license plate on their vehicle had been stolen. Sept. 12, 3:30 p.m. A man said he was assaulted at City Park by a teenage couple. Sept. 12, 5:16 p.m. Authorities received a report of phones stolen from the back of a store on Second Street. Sept. 12, 6:22 p.m. An accident with no injuries was reported at the intersection of Sandstone Drive and Sand Creek Road. Sept. 12, 8:06 p.m. A business on Sand Creek Road reported that two men were stuffing items in a backpack. Sept. 13, 1:22 a.m. A hit-and-run occurred at the intersection of Griffith Lane and Balfour Road when a black Mercedes Benz struck a vehicle and left the scene. Sept. 13, 4:14 a.m. Authorities received a report that a silver Honda Accord, with its windows smashed and gas cap opened, was parked near the intersection of Homecoming Way and Heartland Circle. Sept. 13, 8:27 a.m. An accident with a vehicle and a bicyclist occurred at the intersection of O’Hara Avenue and Grant Street. Major injuries were involved, the police and fire departments responded, and an adult arrest was made. Sept. 13, 11:12 a.m. A four-vehicle accident with no injuries occurred near Sand Creek Road and O’Hara Avenue. Sept. 13, 11:15 a.m. A person called to report that someone had used their debit card in San Jose. The reporting person thought the business would have video surveillance of the incident. Sept. 13, 1:53 p.m. A man in a Dallas Cowboys shirt robbed a business on Balfour Road. Sept. 14, 12:13 a.m. A subject wanted on a warrant was pulled over on Brentwood Boulevard by the California Highway Patrol. Sept. 14, 12:47 p.m. An accident with minor injuries occurred between two vehicles near Shady Willow Lane and Empire Avenue. Sept. 14, 9:52 p.m. A person called from Shady Willow Lane to file a report for fraud because they suspected someone had stolen their identity.

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ra Club California and the Golden Gate Salmon Association, among other groups — in a press release. “By rejecting SB 1 to satisfy the bill’s narrowly focused opponents, he is discarding protections that SB 1 would have provided for endangered species, air quality, water quality and worker safety. The governor’s action also leaves us deeply concerned about the fate of California’s most vulnerable species and the future of our salmon industry.” If signed into law, SB 1 would ensure that federal environmental and workersafety standards in place as of Jan. 19, 2017 would remain in effect under state law, even if the Trump administration loosens standards at the federal level. The provisions of the bill would remain in effect until Jan. 20, 2025. “The way I see it, for President Trump to roll back species protection, clean water protection, this actually rolls back climate protection and clean-air protection, too,” said Barrigan-Parrilla. “Everything he’s done, SB 1 was supposed to overcome all that. To me, it is one of the most important bills ever to have landed

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in front of a California governor.” The California legislature passed Atkins’ bill by a wide margin, and it proceeded to the governor’s desk for his signature. Newsom issued a written statement soon afterward in which he signaled his intent to veto the bill. “I fully support the principles behind Senate Bill 1: to defeat efforts by the president and Congress to undermine vital federal protections that protect clean air, clean water and endangered species,” said Newsom. “Senate Bill 1 does not, however, provide the state with any new authority to push back against the Trump Administration’s environmental policies and it limits the state’s ability to rely upon the best available science to protect our environment.” Jeffrey Kightlinger, general manager of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, stated his opposition to SB 1, and argued that it would be impractical to have one set of regulations controlling State Water Project (SWP) and another set of regulations over the federally-operated Central Valley Project (CVP).

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said Brentwood Senior Analyst Peggy Berglund in a city staff report. “The City of Brentwood’s downtown has seen an uptick in momentum,” said Assistant City Manager Terrence Grindall, who noted the city used to have a sidewalk dining grant program, but put a lid on it after redevelopment agencies were ended by the state. “We are seeing more complete occupancy, and we have a lot of interest from restaurants who want to do sidewalk dining.” The offer, open to the seven downtown restaurants, will be capped at $20,000 for all restaurants combined, although city officials expect this amount will cover any desired needs. Interested restaurant owners would be required to apply for an administrative design review permit, specifying what materials they will use, and get it approved by city staff before moving forward. The city’s $20,000 will come from a set-aside $180,000 approved for downtown beautification projects and pro-

grams as part of the council’s previously adopted strategic plan in 2018. “I think the current downtown and outdoor seating we have adds to the atmosphere, the vibrancy,” said Councilmember Karen Rarey. “It entices the people who are walking by to step in and enjoy whatever the foods are, or the libations that are happening in those restaurants, local bars and pubs.” Fellow City Councilmember Claudette Staton agrees. “I like the idea of outdoor dining,” said Staton, referring to potential additional outdoor furniture or umbrellas. Grindall indicated that he doesn’t expect more than four restaurants to apply for the program, but if funds run out, city officials could return to the council to request additional money. Once restaurant owners’ applications and administrative design review processes are completed, a conditionsof-approval document and letter to proceed would be sent to applicants, according to a city staff report. For more information, visit www. bit.ly/2mxymQ3.

“I don’t know that the state can preempt federal laws and permits,” said Kightlinger. “And so there’s going to be a ton of litigation, and us operators are going to be sitting in the middle between two administrations ... We think that’s a really inappropriate place to put operators and utility managers in a position where they have to choose between operative law, while the courts sort it all out. We just felt that it was a really impractical approach.” However, Doug Obegi, director with the NRDC, pointed out that SB 1 would avoid that conflict by forcing both the SWP and CVP to adhere to California law. “Indeed, staff from MWD have admitted that it would not be feasible and ‘would cause havoc’ if the State Water Project and Central Valley Project had to operate to meet different rules, yet they oppose having the CVP have to play by the same rules as the SWP and every other water district in California,” wrote Obegi. “That doesn’t make any sense unless they are betting that they can pressure Gov. Newsom to direct the State Water Project

to operate to the Trump administration’s rules, despite the scientific evidence that Trump’s proposal will help drive salmon and other species extinct?” The governor has 30 days to either sign a bill into law or veto it once it reaches his desk. As of the time this issue went to press, Newsom had yet to take action on SB 1. Regardless of the final decision Newsom makes, Barrigan-Parrilla said the state is going to have to change the way water is managed in California. “Everybody across the state has got to start embracing what we’re going to do about managing the water system for climate change, and protecting drinking water and public trust values,” said Barrigan-Parrilla. “How we do business and how we manage water is going to have to change. People fighting to hold onto things that can’t be sustained is just not right for the future.” For more information, visit Restore the Delta at www.restorethedelta.org, the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California at www.mwdh2o.com and the Natural Resources Defense Council at www.nrdc.org.

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Calendar LOCAL EVENTS & SERVICE CLUBS

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Events Friday, Sept. 27 Banner Up! Gala

Silent auction of 59 beautiful art banners for the Banner Up! program from 6 to 9 pm. Sale of the banners benefits the Brentwood Library Foundation and local artists. Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St. Contact Frank Littman at agdbannerup@gmail.com for more information.

Countywide Support Network to Open New Center

The Countywide Support Network to End Violence will open a new East County Family Justice Center at 3501 Lone Tree Way in Antioch. Victims of violence will be able to find support, hope, safety and healing in one location. Opening ceremonies will last from noon to 2 p.m. For more information, call 925-521-6366.

Adult Education Writing Class for ESL

Liberty Adult Education is offering a free 10-week class called “English Writing for College and Career for ESL Students” on Fridays from 9 a.m. to noon. Students must be at a high intermediate to advanced level of English in their writing. Classes will be held at 929 Second St. in Brentwood. To register, call 925-634-2565.

Saturday, Sept. 28 Poems, Folk Tales and Legends

Contra Costa Chamber Orchestra presents ‘Poems, Folk Tales and Legends,’ at El Campanil Theatre, 602 West Second St. in Antioch. The show features mezzo soprano Kindra Scharich and will run from 2 to 4 p.m. Tickets cost $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, and $7 for students. For more information, contact Debbie Moore at debbie@elcampaniltheatre.com or 925-757-9500 or visit www.elcampaniltheatre. com/CCCO-September.html.

Country Fest to Beat ALS

Join Campos Family Vineyards and the ALS Association of Greater Sacramento to fight Lou Gehrig’s disease. This fun event will include dinner, live performances by Coffey Anderson, Jeff Rickets and the Dirt Road Band, live and silent auctions, and the release of Campos’ newest label in the Give Back series. Ticket cost is $35 - $50, and the event runs from 5 to 10 p.m. at Campos Family Vineyards, 3501 Byer Road in Byron. For more information, contact Stefanie Daniels at sdaniels@alssac.org or visit www.bit.ly/alscountryfest.

Rotary Gala

Rotary Club of Oakley will celebrate its new charter with a gala, 6 to 10 p.m., at the Oakey Recreation Center, 1250 O’Hara Ave. in Oakley. Come celebrate the start of Rotary’s newest club. Tickets cost $50 and include dinner and a comedy show. To purchase, visit www.oakleyrotarychartergala. eventbrite.com. For more information, contact Dave Wahl at wahlfmly@comcast.net or 925-6341812 or visit www.oakleyrotary.com.

The Dixie Swim Club

The Ghostlight Theater Ensemble presents The Dixie Swim Club, the story of five women and their annual beach trip to recharge their lives and friendships. Performance dates are Sept. 27 and 28 at 7:30 pm and Sept. 29 at 2 p.m. at the Nick Rodriguez Community Center Theater, 213 F St. in Antioch. Ticket prices vary; visit www.ghostlightte. org/main-stage-dixie.html for prices, group rates and more information.

Saturday, Oct. 5 Boots and BBQ Hoedown

The Byron Delta Lions Club presents its annual Boots and BBQ Hoedown at De Luna Ranch, 7540 Balfour Road in Brentwood, from 5 to 9 p.m. Come for music, line dancing, and chuck wagon BBQ with all the fix’ins, catered by Sticky Chicken and Ribs. Tickets cost $35 and proceeds go toward the Lions’

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Shred It! Event

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The St. Anne’s Knights of Columbus Council will provide a free shredding event to the community from 8 a.m. to noon in the St. Anne parking lot, 2800 Camino Diablo Road in Byron. Bring your old tax and legal documents and safely dispose of them. Donations welcomed.

Comedy at El Campanil

El Campanil Theatre presents the Make America Italian Again 2019 World Comedy Tour, featuring Mike Marino with special guest Johnny Steele. Show runs from 8 to 10 p.m. at 602 West Second Street in Antioch. Cost is $29, for more information contact Michael Licata at LicataProductions@ gmail.com or 213-200-7977 or visit www.bit.ly/ elcampanilcomedy2019.

Ongoing Events

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

Soroptimist International of Antioch Meeting

The Soroptimist International of Antioch will meet the first Wednesday of the month at 6 p.m., and the second, third and fourth Wednesdays at noon at the Lone Tree Golf and Event Center at 4800 Golf Course Road in Antioch. For more information, contact Mary Ann Redden at 925-757-5605 or visit www.si-antioch.org.

Soroptimist International of the Delta

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

The Soroptimist International of the Delta general meeting will be held on the first Tuesday of the month from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Delta Gallery of the Arts, 2485 Sand Creek Road, Suite 128, Brentwood. This is a group for women who want to make a difference in the lives of women and girls. For more information, contact Maria Landski at 925-5165935 or visit www.siofthedelta.com.

Delta Informal Gardeners

Al-Anon Meetings

Senior Center Flea Market

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

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 925-2847942 or visit www.alznorcal.org.

Al-Anon meets Mondays from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. and Thursdays from 7 to 8 p.m. at Delta Community Presbyterian Church, 1900 Willow Lake Road in Discovery Bay. Al-Anon was made to help friends and families of alcoholics. For more information, call 925-784-8030.

Byron Delta Lions Club

The Byron Delta Lions Club meets the first Friday of every month at 10 a.m. at Delta Community Presbyterian Church, 1900 Willow Lake Road, in Discovery Bay. For more information, visit www. byrondeltalions.org.

Free Medical Clinic

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

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

Discovery Bay Cars and Coffee

Celebrate Recovery

Senior Cane Self-Defense Class

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

East Contra Costa Historical Society Museum 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.

Grief Support Group

This group is to provide support for adults age 18+ grieving the death of someone close to them. The group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the John Muir Urgent Care Center, 2400 Balfour Road, suite 223. For more information, contact Suzi Spangenberg

Free yourself from anger, distrust, addictions and regrets. Renewed Life Church, at 1435 Main St. in Oakley, invites all to attend Celebrate Recovery, a 12-step, Christ-centered program, Fridays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Live music, a potluck buffet and child sitter are available. For more information, visit www.rlc-church.com.

Area Agency on Aging survey

The Contra Costa County Area Agency on Aging has launched a survey to gather more information to create services for seniors in Contra Costa County. Seniors and their caregivers may take the Needs Assessment Survey now through September at www.surveymonkey.com/r/ olderadultssurvey or request a copy by calling 800-510-2020.

Brentwood Community Chorus

The Brentwood Community Chorus will meet Tuesdays through Dec. 15 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Brentwood Community Methodist Church, 809 Second Street in Brentwood. The chorus is open to anyone. Registration is $50, plus $20 for music. Performances are scheduled for Dec. 15, 21 and 22. For more information, visit www.brentwoodcommunitychorus.com.

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"Poems, Folk Tales, & Legends” Saturday September 28 2:00 pm

International Film Showcase “Balloon” (Germany) Sunday September 29 2:00 pm

Make America Italian Again Comedy Tour Starring Mike Marino

With Guest Johnny Steele Saturday October 5 8:00 pm

Garuda Blue

Downtown Jazz to Uptown Funk With Special Guest 2-Time Grammy Award-Winner

Mads Tolling

Sunday October 6 3:00 pm

The Music of Simon & Garfunkel

Performed by AJ Swearingen and Jayne Kelli Sunday October 13 3:00 pm

International Film Showcase ‘Aga (Hungary) Saturday October 19 2:00 pm Sunday October 20 2:00 pm

James Garner's Tribute to Johnny Cash Sunday November 3 3:00 pm

International Film Showcase Ayla - The Daughter of War (Turkey) Saturday November 9 2:00 pm Sunday November 17 2:00 pm

Gary Vecchiarelli Productions Las Vegas presents 2 BIG BANDS

1940s Battle of the Big Bands Glenn Miller vs Benny Goodman Sunday November 10 3:00 pm

United States Air Force Band of the Golden West Saturday December 14 3:00 pm Tickets Available on Oct. 1st

Deck the Halls with DECADES

A Rock & Roll Holiday Spectacular!!! Sunday December 15 3:00 pm

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