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In the world of emergency management, preparation and preplanning are keys to success, and local and countywide agencies recently took an important step in that direction by participating in a training and disaster drill. “It’s all preparation, mitigation and recovery,” said Chief Tom Hansen of the Brentwood Police Department. “We’ve seen a lot of these disasters, especially in the last
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#ICANHELP teams up with Yankee’s Judge kids, but Karr says turnout has generally been low. However, there are now online courses available. For more information, visit www.bit.ly/icanhelponline. For other programs, visit www.icanhelpdeletenegativity.org/programs. Karr wants a call to action for adults to realize the importance of social media and its power, for better or worse. “It’s a totally different world,” she said. “The stresses are way different than when we were growing up. There’s way more to think about, and the mental health piece of digital wellness … we need to teach them how to control it. Suicide is the No. 2 cause of death now nationwide for 10- to 24-year-olds. Kids aren’t our future anymore; they’re our right now. We need them more than ever. We’ve created this world, this digital world, and we can’t fix it without their help. I’d love to get more companies, more adults, more parent volunteers, anything we can.” Karr is visiting with the Oakley Rotary Club at its regular monthly meeting, Thursday, Jan. 16, to speak to them and see how they can help. The club meets at Black Bear Diner, 3201 Main St., in Oakley at 7:15 a.m. For more information about #ICANHELP or its curriculum, visit www.icanhelpdeletenegativity.org, email kim@icanhelpdeletenegativity.org or call 925-237-1056. To comment, visit www.thepress.net
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Planning commission approves apartments by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer
The Brentwood Planning Commission has approved the design of a proposed 288-unit apartment complex on Amber Lane – a project that was previously held up by an attorney’s letter stipulating that the proposal needed further review. The four-person commission unanimously approved the design of the proposed complex —slated for a 14.4-acre, three-parcel vacant space on the south side of Amber Lane and west of Shady Willow Lane.
The final decision had been postponed two weeks after attorney Kristina Lawson submitted a letter on behalf of Discovery Builders, Inc., indicating that further project review was needed to comply with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservation Plan, and to address proposed impacts on the local fire district. Brentwood Associate Planner Christopher Rogers has since indicated that the city previously completed a CEQA-required environmental impact report (EIR) covering the project area, and that East Contra Costa County
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8,400 jobs and include 4 million square feet of nonresidential uses, 2,100 housing units and a residential population of 4,500. “I appreciate that PA1 and this area are designed for high-density (uses) and this meets those needs,” said Planning Commissioner Seana Fippin about the complex. “We have college-educated youth who want to come back to the area and need a place to live. This will fulfill some of those needs. If we want to grow jobs here, we can’t really do that without adequate homes here for the young.” Lance Crannell, principal of SDG Architects who assisted the applicant Tekin & Associates, LLC, said he’s “excited to bring this project to fruition.” Some residents have expressed concern that the added population could overwhelm nearby Pioneer Elementary School — located east of the project site — with additional students; increase school traffic-related issues; and exacerbate an area already prone to auto accidents. But city officials and the commission noted that those proposed impacts were already studied, and mitigation measures have been planned. “All of those items have already been evaluated and discussed within the PA1 EIR,” Rogers said. A handful of future area roadway amendments include the extension of Amber Lane to allow for entrance and exiting of the future complex, Crannell said. Some changes to Shady Willow Lane intersections are expected in the future, according to city documents. No timetable was publicly disclosed regarding when construction may begin. For more information on the project, visit https://bit.ly/2tH8Mvg.
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Since Robin Kirkpatrick lost her son 15 years ago, she’s made a habit of returning to his grave, as do many who’ve lost a loved one. Kirkpatrick — whose son, Matthew, died in an accident when he was 15 — visits Matthew’s grave to talk to him, pray, bring flowers and make sure his gravesite is kept in good condition. It’s been integral in her healing. Because she’s visited so often, she realized not everyone had someone to visit them. “About three years ago, when I was out at the cemetery, I find other people were not visited,” said Kirkpatrick, who lives in Discovery Bay. “I would just kind of wipe (the grave) down and take a couple of flowers out from mine, put them on and just say ‘hi’ to the person.” She realized this is a service she could offer to people grieving the loss of their loved ones. After researching whether something like this already existed in the area — and only finding a similar service on the East Coast — Kirkpatrick launched her business, Matthew’s Heavenly Touch, named for her son. “He was 15 when he died, and this is the 15th year since his heaven date,” she said. “So, it just dawned on me: Why not offer this to folks who are going through the healing process and it’s too hard to do, or if they’ve moved away, or they would just prefer to go out there and have it already wiped down and cleaned up? That inspired me to start the business with the intention of helping others honor their loved ones. I’m ready to not only honor other folks but show the world how my son was, to honor my son in a more positive healing, helpful and supportive way.” Matthew’s Heavenly Touch took root
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Fallon McQuade learned to use a magnifying glass during April’s Big Break Littles program focused on spring flowers at Big Break Regional Shoreline in Oakley.
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The Unified Prom for life skills students in the Liberty Union High School District was held in Brentwood, Saturday, May 4. A small group gathered at Campos Family Vineyards for an Easter sunrise service on a chilly but clear morning in Byron.
Antioch resident and World War II veteran Oscar Leonard celebrated his 100th birthday at Brentwood Veterans Hall, May 14.
ECCFPD firefighters came off the line for a quick lunch after fighting fire for eight hours as the Marsh Complex Fire grew to 655 acres in rural Contra Costa.
The Project 4 Band performed at the annual Heart of Oakley Festival Saturday, Sept. 21.
Laura Cepoi helped plant 5,000 purple flags to represent elder abuse and neglect cases filed in the county in 2018, prior to the opening of the Oakley Senior Center.
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Press’ most popular online articles, 2019 2019 was a busy news year here at The Press. Below is the list by month of each top story and the number of pageviews received. We look forward to bringing more news and information to the community in 2020. January: Bethel Island celebrates its 39th annual Frozen Bun Run Pageviews: 5,674 https://www.thepress.net/features/bethelisland-celebrates-its-th-annual-frozenbun-run/article_b72b4794-0f92-11e9b64e-63688454c8ee.html February: City of Oakley seizes property in eminent domain claim Pageviews: 4,921 https://www.thepress.net/news/cityof-oakley-seizes-property-in-eminentdomain-claim/article_b34f91e6-361811e9-ae52-4720b11667a4.html March: Man detained for shooting in Oakley Pageviews: 12,688 https://www.thepress.net/breaking_news/ man-detained-for-shooting-in-oakley/ article_2b3d0514-4486-11e9-b3148fb9366183a3.html April: Family and friends gather to remember Avery Hickok Pageviews: 28,624 https://www.thepress.net/news/familyfriends-gather-to-remember-averyhickok/article_5d64ea6e-677e-11e9-afa66fe55300acda.html May: An evening to remember at the Liberty Union High School District Unified Prom Pageviews: 22,116 https://www.thepress.net/features/anevening-to-remember-at-the-libertyunion-high-school/article_a86febfe-728611e9-aa2a-a39e3300fc2a.html June: 2019 Heritage High School
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Pageviews: 9,099 https://www.thepress.net/news/discoverybay-woman-killed-in-boating-accident/ article_a2760dd4-d8b9-11e9-b6f9c733b73f6b0d.html October: Evacuation orders lifted for Oakley fires Pageviews: 11,761 https://www.thepress.net/updateevacuation-orders-lifted-for-oakleyfires/article_edf89e72-f8bf-11e9-b010abe2ee402ea0.html
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by Joan Grimes, Esq. and Jennifer Wallis, Esq. People often ask: what are the most common estate planning mistakes? Here is a list of my top 5 worst estate planning mistakes: No Estate Plan. The most common mistake is not having an estate plan. The consequences of not having an estate plan are often devastating. While creating an estate plan is often on people’s “to-do” list, it can easily get pushed to the bottom of the list. However, if you do not have an estate plan, your family may be forced to: 1) obtain a conservatorship if you become incapacitated; and 2) probate your estate after your passing. Estate Plan is Not Current. Most estate plans I review from 2012, or prior, require the mandatory division of trust assets following the death of the first spouse. For many families, this division is no longer necessary because of significant changes to our tax code. If your Trust requires this division of trust assets, it is critical that you amend your Trust prior to the incapacity of a spouse. If one spouse does not have sufficient capacity to amend the Trust, sadly it is too late. When reviewing your estate plan, you should also make sure your estate plan still reflects your desires. Do you have new grandchildren you wish to provide for? Are you providing for a beneficiary with special needs? No Government Benefit Planning provisions. Most existing trusts I review do not have any provision for government benefits. If there is any possibility that you will need government assistance, your Trust should authorize your Trustee to work with governmental agencies on your behalf and
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TOP 5 ESTATE PLANNING MISTAKES apply for benefits such as Social Security, Medicare, Medi-Cal and other services. Failure to Fund. The failure to transfer assets into the trust is another very common mistake. Real property must be transferred to your Trust through a recorded grant deed. The grant deed or certificate of title must include your correct trust name and date. Bank accounts should also be transferred to the trust. Failure to transfer real property or bank/ brokerage accounts may require the asset to be probated prior to distribution. Failure to Name Beneficiaries for Non-Trust Assets. Non-trust assets, such as retirement accounts and life insurance policies, must have named beneficiaries. Failure to name a beneficiary on the Beneficiary Designation Form will likely require a probate. I recommend checking all of your accounts once a year. If your account transfers to a new financial institution, your Beneficiary Designation Form may not transfer with the account! If you do not have a estate plan, you should make it a priority! If you have already have a Revocable Living Trust, I can review it during a free initial consultation. I offer a FREE 30 minute consultation in my Walnut Creek and Brentwood offices. This article provides only general legal information, and not specific legal advice. Information contained is not a substitute for a personal consultation with an attorney. LAW OFFICE OF JOAN GRIMES, PHONE (925) 9391680 - 1600 S. Main Street, Suite 100, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 © 2018 Joan Grimes – Advertisement
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for a large percentage of the toys and food that are donated each year to the Brentwood Regional Community Chest. It is not unusual to see some of our neediest students bringing in cans of food or even a new toy to support another needy child in our community. Our students collectively volunteer thousands of hours each year in our community to support worthwhile causes and organizations. I believe that due to the tremendous examples of selflessness our students see in the adults and local organizations that support them, they recognize service and compassion to others as a fundamental part of being a member of a community. Thank you all for providing this example to our students. From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much for supporting so many of the amazing children we are fortunate enough to work with. Dana Eaton, Ed.D. Superintendent Brentwood Union School District
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MIKE’S ESTATE PLANNING MINUTE By Michael J. Amthor, Esq.
DO YOU HAVE A PLAN FOR YOUR PET AFTER DEATH? Many of us have pets and they are a very important part of many people’s lives. Sometime pets are even more important than our money. Consider an estate plan for your pet. Because pets cannot own property, you cannot leave assets to your pet. However, your estate plan can ensure they are cared for after your death. At a minimum, your estate plan can specify who will care for your pet and provide funds for the caretaker. The estate plan can also specify the type of care and specific instructions unique to your pet (such as pet food brand, exercise routine, medications, etc.) You may also include instructions for your pet in your will or living trust, which specifies who is to care for your pets and provide the funds for that care. You may also have a separate “pet trust”, which is a separate trust specifically set up for your pets only. In this trust you may name which pets are covered, name a caretaker, leave money for the caretaker, provide instructions on the care of your pet and specify what happens to the funds after
your pet dies. Advantages include; you create a legal duty regarding the care of your pet; there is accountability of the funds; and peace of mind knowing your pet will be cared for after your death. Disadvantages include; it is expensive; it is inflexible if things change after your death; and it is not always needed if you trust your caretaker in your current estate plan. If you trust your existing executor/trustee to take care of your pet, creating a trust is likely not necessary. However, if there is any doubt, a specific estate plan for your pet may be a good idea. If you have no estate plan at all, the law decides who will receive your pet. This person may not be someone willing or able to care for your pet. Don’t leave it up to chance whether our furry friends are loved and cared for after your death. If you have questions on this or any other estate planning topic, call me at (925) 516-4888. East County Family Law Group, 1120 Second Street, Brentwood www.eastcountyfamilylaw.com
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Wishing the happiest of holidays Wasn’t it just last week I had my bathing suit on and was headed down to the Summerset pool for a swim? Yet, today I am preparing food for our Chanukah and Christmas celebrations. Where does the time go? I am very Senior thankful for the orner opportunity to share the holidays with family and friends, but I scratch my head constantly wondering what happened to those little babies tearing into presents and hiding while Marla they ate a whole Luckhardt plastic candy cane filled with chocolates. Thank goodness for the videos that take us back for a few moments. My oldest grandchild is 30. Yes, I know, it’s incredible to me, too, but there you have it. For the years she was in elementary school up through high school, Grandpa and I sat through every concert, play and musical production she was in. Some were funny, like her role in Honk, while others were quite serious, as in the time she played both a NYC policewoman and a Muslim woman in a post-9/11 drama. No matter what it was, she could depend on seeing us in the audience, smiling with pride at her theatrical talents. I laughed when she told me she based her accent for the NYC cop on my speech. I guess my Brooklynese was inspirational. We have attended dozens — if not hundreds — of these plays, musicals, sports, cheer competitions, graduations, talent shows and any other function we were invited to by the gaggle of grands we have. I think we may have missed only
a few, and those were when we were out of town. I look back over my calendar each year about this time and make sure I have every important date marked off in my new one, and giggle to myself when I see these sweet and memorable times with the grandkids. Since a lot of the peanut gang is older and have begun their adult lives, I look forward to seeing the ones who are still involved with their school programs. Being retired has its benefits, which makes it easy for us to be at these venues. I have literally sat on everything, including the floor and those tiny chairs at the preschool, benches and bleachers for sporting events and folding chairs for concerts. Thank goodness for backs on the chairs! Camera in hand and ready to go, I watch with excited anticipation for the curtain to open, revealing one of my little ones searching the audience and smiling when they see us. Some even wave. This past week, we had a full day at Krey Elementary School. Our 10-year-old was multi-tasking in the entertainment category that day. First,
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she played the saxophone in the holiday concert and, although she was perfect with every note, the saxophone was almost as big as her. A quick break for lunch, and then we returned to the school to catch the premier of A Christmas Carol, starring our girl as Bob Cratchit. The hat, scarf and torn gloves were highly authentic and, again, the little actress was spot on. We could not have been prouder of “Bob.” We are grateful and excited to see them grow and thrive; I just wish they would do it a little slower! When Grandpa or the kids ask me what I want for Christmas, I tell them
the same thing every year: “I want more time with you.” I want all of these special memories to continue and to share unlimited hugs. I want my family and friends to feel love and happiness, along with good health. I want stress and anxiety to take a hike, replaced with peace and joy. I want people to remember that life is a gift, short and fleeting, and we should make every day count — not just during the holidays, but all year round. I want my readers to have all of these things I wish for myself and my family, and that I can continue to reach out to you all with wishes for a very Merry Christmas, Happy Chanukah and Happy Kwanzaa. No matter what you celebrate, enjoy every moment. As for those little ones, Christmas Eve is still a grand affair with all the trimmings at our home. The very best part is the house filled with laughter, and those precious, unending hugs! Marla Luckhardt is a Brentwood resident who works with several local senior care and advocacy groups. Reach her at marla2054@aol.com.
College district hiring new chancellor The Contra Costa County Governing Board has officially begun the search for the next chancellor of the Contra Costa Community College District following the retirement announcement of Dr. Fred Wood. The board is committed to conducting an equitable, inclusive and transparent national search that will attract a strong pool of outstanding candidates for this opportunity. Assisting the district
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Antioch – Nov. 25, 8:38 a.m. The following is a selection of recent law enforcement activity.
DISCOVERY BAY Nov. 20. A mentally ill commitment was made on the 5200 block of Fern Ridge Court. Nov. 20 Violation of a court order was reported near Discovery Bay Boulevard and Sand Point Road. Nov. 20 Domestic violence was reported on the 300 block of Brighton Court. Nov. 22 A service to a citizen was performed at an unavailable location. Nov. 22 A mentally ill commitment was made on the 2100 block of Bridgeport Loop. Nov. 23 Larceny was reported on the 1200 block of Beach Court. Nov. 29 A noncriminal death was reported on the 1700 block of Surfside Court. Nov. 30 A warrant arrest was made on the 14800 block of State Route 4.
ANTIOCH Nov. 24, 12:11 p.m. A woman called to report that her home on the 5000 block of Crest Park Circle was broken into. She said she came home to find her belongings moved around and her car keys missing. Nov. 24, 12:55 p.m. Four individuals assaulted a security guard at a business on the 5000 block of Lone Tree Way. They stole several Play Station 4s and left in a white BMW, westbound, on Lone Tree Way. Nov. 25, 12:23 a.m. A location at the 2100 block of Somersville Road was robbed at gunpoint. Nov. 25, 1:43 a.m. A reporting person called from the 800 block of West 2nd Street to say he had encountered a bloody man, who was screaming. The reporting person said the man was wearing a red beanie, a black shirt and pants and red shoes. Nov. 25, 8:38 a.m. A man went into a business on the 2700 block of Hillcrest Avenue, said he had been pepper-sprayed and stole two gallons of milk for his eyes. He went outside and dumped the milk all over himself. The man had dark hair and was wearing jeans and no shirt. Nov. 25, 1:37 p.m. Authorities received a report from the 1800 block of Auto Center Drive that two women got out of a car and punched a man, and he was lying on the ground. Nov. 25, 9:00 p.m. A woman called from the 2900 block of Longview Road to report that her sister had been robbed on her way home. She said a man jumped out of the passenger side of a car with a BB gun and took her sister’s purse. Another woman was also assaulted, and her purse taken. Nov. 26, 1:29 a.m. Authorities received a report that a rock had been thrown through the window of a business on the 2400 block of Mahogany Way. The reporting person also said the responsible subjects was being
combative. Nov. 26, 1:38 p.m. A burglary was reported on the 3200 block of G Street. The reporting person believed entry had been made through the side garage door. Nov. 26, 2:51 p.m. A grab-and-run was reported on the 2600 block of Somersville Road. Subjects left the scene in a blue, four door Lexus. Nov. 26, 4:39 p.m. A robbery was reported on the 2600 block of Somersville Road. The reporting person kept repeating that they needed someone now. Nov. 26, 10:19 p.m. A burglary was reported on the 2400 block of Vallecito Court. The reporting person thought subjects had entered through the back door. Nov. 28, 4:42 p.m. A person called to report their home had been broken into three times. This call came from the 1600 block of Sycamore Drive. Nov. 28, 6:55 p.m. Authorities received a report that a vacant house on the 4900 block of Willowbrook Way had been broken into. A washing machine, dryer and chain saw were taken. Nov. 28, 10:03 p.m. Authorities received a report that a business on the 3400 block of Deer Valley Road was robbed by an adult male subject. The reporting person said the man came up to the checkout stand with a cart full of items, acting like he was going to purchase them. He then told the reporting person that he had a gun and to give him everything. He ran out with the merchandise. The reporting person locked the doors, then called his boss. No one was injured in the incident. Nov. 28, 11:18 p.m. A robbery was reported on the 4600 block of Fallow Court.
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The Liberty High School girls’ wrestling team shined at the Brittany David Invitational, securing second place among 46 teams. Hermelinda Mendoza (106 pounds), Jadyn Wilson (116 pounds) and Samantha Calkins (170 pounds) led the way by winning in their weight classes, but Lowell High edged out Liberty 151-144 in the team standings. “We work hard, we do strength training and we don’t take any type of time off,” said Liberty girls’ head coach Phil Freeman. Freshman Sophia Yurkovich was also impressive, finishing second in the 150-pound weight class. In the final, she was bested by Santa Teresa’s Shaylene Lopez via fall (1:20). Gabby Twigg (235 pounds) grabbed fifth place; Carlie Droszcz (160 pounds) sixth; and Chloe Lira (121 pounds) seventh to round out the top eight finishers. Wilson knocked off Arroyo’s Reyna Solis by fall (0:35) to capture her title as well as the tournament MVP honors. “When wrestling people you have never wrestled before, you never know what is going to happen,” Wilson said. “You might fold under pressure, you might choke. I am just glad I had my coaches in my corner and guided me through it.” Mendoza took care of Amador Valley’s Mikayla Gueverra by fall (0:56) to capture the 106-pound title and Calkins ousted Santa Rosa High’s Kiana Mason by fall (0:55) to win her title.
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The Liberty girls’ wrestling team notched a second-place finish at the Brittany David Invitational at Liberty High School last week. “In the beginning I was really, really, really, nervous,” Mendoza said. “She had pinned me multiple times … I talked to my team before the match, they taught me some moves and with that I pushed through and won.” Calkins assessed that Mason “kind of just fell over” in the final. “It is what it is,” Calkins said. “I came away with the win.” In other key results involving Bay Valley Athletic League teams, Antioch High’s Desirea Tauluuluu Spadini (137 pounds) defeated Lowell High’s Daniela Romo by a
10-7 decision to capture her weight-class title. Freedom’s Luz Lacayo battled back to reach the consolation A championship, but lost to Sacred Heart Cathedral’s Maricella Barreto-Ray by fall (2:21). Pittsburg’s Melesisi Malupo (235 pounds) took home her weight-class title with a win over Palo Alto’s Amelia Clough by fall (3:28). Fellow Pirate Gabriella Tringali (150 pounds) finished fifth; Yasmin Gruela (111 pounds) and Serafina Melgar (235 pounds) finished sixth; Leanna Rabuco (111 pounds) ended in seventh; and Erica
Gutierrez (101 pounds) and Neolani Allen (121 pounds) ended their day in eighth. Deer Valley’s Soraide Lizarde (160 pounds) tallied a third-place finish and Elena Sanchez (121 pounds) collected sixth. Lou Bronzan Freedom was the top Bay Valley Athletic League squad in the boys’ tournament, finishing fourth out of 46 teams. Orland won as a team with 149 points, while Freedom raked up 131. Freedom heavyweight Caleb Hunter (285 pounds) took out Berkeley High’s Sitiveni Gaunavinaka by fall (4:30) to win the title. Albert Truong (120 pounds) nabbed second place after McQueen High’s Preston Harn defeated him via major decision 13-5. Other notable Freedom results included Zachary Hammerschmidt (132 pounds) finishing third; Julian Ablang (106 pounds) and Joaquin Garibay (126 pounds) nabbing fifth and Logan Corrion (132 pounds) ending in seventh. Liberty, which finished 13th, was led by Josh Gonzalez (120 pounds) and Logan Morris (170 pounds), with both finishing fifth. Tommy Massaroth (106 pounds) and Evan Griffiths (152 pounds) ended seventh. Heritage High School’s Harrison Garcia (145 pounds) and Sebastian Davis (285 pounds) both finished in sixth place, as did Deer Valley’s Samuel Sosa (132 pounds). Deer Valley’s Mizael Lopez (126 pounds) and Pittsburg’s David Darrin Bascomb (160 pounds) rounded out the top eight Bay Valley Athletic League finishes with eighthplace finishes.
Liberty football stars sign letters of intent Three accomplished Liberty High School football players recently signed letters of intent to attend Division I colleges. Star quarterback Jay Butterfield, defensive tackle Payton Zdroik and offensive tackle James McNorton plan to attend the University of Oregon, the United States Air Force Academy and Washington State University, respectively. “This is a big day,” said Liberty Principal Heather Harper during the trio’s official signing ceremony last week. “It’s exciting to be able to celebrate three of our athletes. The 6-foot-6, 202-pound Butterfield, considered a four-star recruit (out of five), is ranked as the 13th-best 2020 California recruit, according to recruiting website 247sports.com. He completed 440 of 737 passes for 7,270 yards and 85 touchdowns in 37 games over three seasons, according to Maxpreps. com. The Lions were 32-5 with Butterfield under center, which included the team winning its first North Coast Section and state titles. A host of top schools were on his heels all season, including Michigan, Arizona,
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Liberty football players James McNorton, Jay Butterfield and Payton Zdroik signed letters of intent to Washington State, University of Oregon and the U.S. Air Force Academy Arizona State, California, Colorado, Iowa State, Oregon State, Tennessee and Washington State. “All the coaches, Eugene itself, made me feel very at home, very welcome,” Butterfield said. “I wouldn’t want to spend the next four
years of my life at any other place.” Butterfield is expected to leave Liberty early to attend the Oregon school. Zdroik, meanwhile, will carry on his family’s Air Force Academy legacy as a third-generation Air Force attendee.
The 2019 league MVP tore up opposing teams during three seasons on the field, amassing 130 tackles and 17.5 sacks in 36 games. He exploded in his senior season, racking up 57 tackles and 10.5 sacks. He turned down offers from Colorado State, Harvard and UC Davis to attend the Air Force Academy. “When I got that offer from them (Air Force), I knew it was the one,” he said. McNorton, who transferred to Liberty this season after attending Heritage, figures to be a key offensive lineman for years to come for the Cougars. The three-star signee is hard to miss on the field at 6-foot-5 and 275 pounds, all of which will be used to protect Washington State quarterbacks. McNorton turned down offers from Fresno State, Northern Arizona, Oregon State, Sacramento State, San Jose State and Wyoming to attend Washington State. “Everything just fell into place and I felt like I was at home,” McNorton said of Washington State. To view a video, visit www.thepress.net/ multimedia
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ense fog did little to mask the smiles and fun of the Liberty High School girls’ soccer alumni game on Dec. 21. The current Liberty squad took care of business, defeating the alumni 4-3, but there were no losers on the day. The foggy, fun event was filled with smiles on and off the field. At right, the current Lions (in the maroon jerseys) pose with the group of past players. At bottom right , former Liberty star Robyn McCarthy (now at Fresno State) tries to maneuver around a current Liberty defender. At bottom left, current Cal State Dominguez Hills forward Savannah Boone rifles a ball off her foot. To view more photos of the event, visit www. thepress.net/multimedia/slideshows Photos by Ken Boone
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007124-00 The name of the business: XGEN Alliance Located at: 5024 Stratford Dr In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Christian Garcia. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10/1/19. Signature of registrant: Christian Garcia. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: November 21, 2019 by Deputy J Graff Expires 11/21/2024 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 81407 Publish dates: December 13, 20, 27, 2019, January 3, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007156-00 The name of the business(es): Wilson’s All Day Hauling and Cleaning Located at: 741 Domaine Ct In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Christopher Lee Wilson. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11/22/19. Signature of registrant: Christopher Lee Wilson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: November 22, 2019 by Deputy C Dias Expires 11/22/2024 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 81413 Publish dates: December 13, 20, 27, 2019, January 3, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007371 The name of the business: Dig Deep Enterprises Located at: 260 Woodglen Place In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Justin Giacoma. 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: Justin Giacoma. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 5, 2019 by Deputy G Garcia Expires 12/5/2024 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 81453 Publish dates: December 20, 27, 2019, January 3, 10, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007410-00 The name of the business(es): RSC Consulting Located at: 177 Monet Dr In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Jesse Cole. 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: Jesse Cole. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 9, 2019 by Deputy C Garcia Expires 12/9/2024 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 81419 Publish dates: December 20, 27, 2019, January 3, 10, 2020. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 2019-01378-CA A.P.N.:037-280-024 Property Address: 30 CHANTILLY PLACE, OAKLEY, CA 94561 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) and (d), THE
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包 含一个信息摘要 참고사항: 본 첨부 문서에 정보 요약서가 있 습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀYIMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 03/24/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: VILMA A. JIMENO, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Deed of Trust Recorded 03/31/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0099873-00 in book —-, page—- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 01/28/2020 at 09:00 AM Place of Sale: AUCTION.COM ROOM, PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CENTER, 320 CIVIC DRIVE, PLEASANT HILL, CA 94523 Estimated amount of unpaid balance, reasonably estimated costs and other charges: $404,444.90 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 30 CHANTILLY PLACE, OAKLEY, CA 94561 A.P.N.: 037-280-024 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. 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 thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed ofTrust, fees, charges and expenses of theTrustee and of the trusts created by said Deed ofTrust.The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $404,444.90. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006996-00 The name of the business: Rad Fix Located at: 1721 Gateway Dr In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Joseph Ponciano. 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: Joseph Ponciano. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: November 15, 2019 by Deputy A Manipon Expires 11/15/2024 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 81406 Publish dates: December 13, 20, 27, 2019, January 3, 2020.
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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 this 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 (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2019-01378-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: November 28, 2019 Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 237 Ventura, CA 93003 Sale Information Line:(866) 960-8299 http://www.altisource. com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/ TrusteeServices.aspx Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 81390 Publish Dates: December 13, 20, 27, 2019. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 9987-8234 TSG Order No.: 8758103 A.P.N.: 037-342-028-0 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALEYOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 04/04/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Affinia Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 04/24/2007 as Document No.: 20070120293-00, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by: EDWARD J. HENDERSON, JR. AND CHRISTINE M. HENDERSON, TRUSTEES OF THE HENDERSON FAMILY TRUST, DATED AUGUST 29, 1990 , as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully described in the attached legal description. Sale Date & Time: 01/13/2020 at 01:30 PM Sale Location: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg,
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LEGALS CA 94565 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 212 MERLOT LN, OAKLEY, CA 94561-3186 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $117,512.55 (Estimated) as of 12/26/2019. Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same
lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site, www.nationwideposting.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 9987-8234. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Affinia Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 833-2907452 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.nationwideposting.com or Call: 916939-0772. Affinia Default Services, LLC, Omar Solorzano, Foreclosure Associate This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. However, if you have received a discharge of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose personal liability upon you for payment of that debt. In the event you have re-
ceived a bankruptcy discharge, any action to enforce the debt will be taken against the property only. LEGAL DESCRIPTION PARCEL ONE: LOT 14 OF SUBDIVISION 7229, “THE VINTAGE UNIT 6”, FILED JANUARY 17, 1990 IN BOOK 341 OF MAPS AT PAGE 13, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. PARCEL TWO: ALL THAT PORTION OF LOT 15, AS SHOWN ON SUBDIVISION 7229, THE VINTAGE UNIT NO. 6 FILED IN BOOK 341 OF MAPS, AT PAGES 13 THROUGH 22, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF THE COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE MOST SOUTHERLY CORNER OF SAID LOT 15; THENCE NORTH 58° 33 38”WEST 100.02 FEET ALONG THE SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT 15 TO THE MOST WESTERLY CORNER THEREOF; THENCE FROM A RADIAL BEARING OF SOUTH 58° 33 38”EAST, 4.46 FEET ALONG THE ARC OF A 172.00-FOOT RADIUS NON-TANGENT CURVE RIGHT THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 1° 29 04”, THENCE SOUTH 58° 33 38” EAST 100.08 FEET TO THE SOUTHEASTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT 15;THENCE SOUTH 32° 56 38” WEST 4.48 FEET ALONG THE SOUTHEASTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT 15 TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: 1. AN UNDIVIDED 1/3 INTEREST IN“ALL OIL, GAS, PETROLEUM OR OTHER HYDROCARBONS, OTHER MINERALS AND MINERAL RIGHTS”, AS EXCEPTED AND RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM BERTHA DEL MONTE, AS TRUSTEE TO FRANCISCO DAL PORTO, ET AL, RECORDED SEPTEMBER 19, 1950, BOOK 1635, PAGE 334, OFFICIAL RECORDS. THE RIGHT TO SURFACE ENTRY HAS BEEN WAIVED. 2. ALL OIL, GAS AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERALS NOW OR AT ANY TIME HEREAFTER SITUATED THEREIN AND THEREUNDER, AS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM CALIFORNIA LANDS, INC., TO ANTHONY J. DAL PORTO, ET AL, RECORDED JANUARY 9, 1940, BOOK 528, PAGE 452, OFFICIAL RECORDS, AND AS MODI-
FIED BY DEED FROM TRANSAMERICA DEVELOPMENT COMPANY TO MARION JEANNE MICHELOTTI, ET AL, RECORDED JANUARY 23, 1981, BOOK 10178, PAGE 80, OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. THE RIGHT OF SURFACE ENTRY HAS BEEN WAIVED. 3. ALL OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GASOLINE AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES BELOW A POINT 500 FEET BELOW THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND, TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO TAKE, REMOVE, MINE, PASS THROUGH AND DISPOSE OF ALL SAID OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GASOLINE AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES, BUT WITHOUT ANY RIGHT WHATSOEVER TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND OR UPON ANY PART OF SAID LAND WITHIN 500 FEET FROM THE SURFACE THEREOF, AS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM MARION JEANNE MICHELOTTI, TO HOFMANN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, RECORDED JANUARY 23, 1981, BOOK 10178, PAGE 83, OFFICIAL RECORDS. 4. ALL OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GASOLINE AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES BELOW A POINT 500 FEET BELOW THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND, TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO TAKE, REMOVE, MINE, PASS THROUGH AND DISPOSE OF ALL SAID OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GASOLINE AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES, BUT WITHOUT ANY RIGHT WHATSOEVER TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND OR UPON ANY PART OF SAID LAND WITHIN 500 FEET FROM THE SURFACE THEREOF, AS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM ROBERT A. DAL PORTO, ET AL, TO HOFMANN CONSTRUCTION CO., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, RECORDED DECEMBER 24, 1981, BOOK 10623, PAGE 710, OFFICIAL RECORDS. NPP0364741 To: OAKLEY PRESS 12/20/2019, 12/27/2019, 01/03/2020 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 81417 Publish Dates: December 20, 27, 2019, January 3, 2020.
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007135-00 The name of the business(es): BOONDOGGIES, LLC Located at: 235 Weeping Willow Ct In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): BOONDOGGIES, LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Vivian Treff, Onwer/ President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: November 21, 2019 by Deputy C Expires 11/21/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81408 Publish dates: December 13, 20, 27, 2019, January 3, 2020.
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): STEPHANIE A RYAN, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Recorded: 11/6/2015 as Instrument No. 2015-0233186-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 1/14/2020 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Pleasant Hill Community Center, located at 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. In the Auction.com Room Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $292,525.87 The purported property address is: 1814 CRATER PEAK WAY, ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 072-390121 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www. qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-19-852144-BF. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-2802832 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan. com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-19-852144-BF IDSPub #0159059 12/20/2019 12/27/2019 1/3/2020 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 81426 Publish Dates: December 20, 27, 2019, January 3, 2020.
11/12/19. Signature of registrant: Kenyatta Traylor and Bianca Luster. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: November 12, 2019 by Deputy P. Cornelius Expires 11/12/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81382 Publish dates: December 6, 13, 20, 27, 2019.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006840-00 The name of the business: Kenry’s Handyman Service Located at: 615 G St In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Kenry Young. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11-6-19. Signature of registrant: Kenry Young. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: November 6, 2019 by Deputy L Fallas Expires 11/6/2024 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 81387 Publish dates: December 6, 13, 20, 27, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007230-00 The name of the business: Sweet Snacks Distributor Located at: 200 East 16th St In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Sweet Snacks Distributor, LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Josefina Padilla, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: November 26, 2019 by Deputy L Arosemena Expires 11/26/2024 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 81357 Publish dates: December 6, 13, 20, 27, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007390 The name of the business: Overhauled Aesthetics Located at: 4585 Bonraven Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Austin Lawrence Lasiter. 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: Austin Lawrence Lasiter. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 6, 2019 by Deputy L Fallas Expires 12/6/2024 Antioch Press No. 061617 81459 Publish dates: December 20, 27, 2019, January 3, 10, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007391 The name of the business: Certifyable Coaching Located at: 4585 Bonraven Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Paullette Marie Creel. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11/1/2019. Signature of registrant: Paullette Marie Creel. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 6, 2019 by Deputy L Fallas Expires 12/6/2024 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 81460 Publish dates: December 20, 27, 2019, January 3, 10, 2020. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-19-852144-BF Order No.: 190699781-CA-VOI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/22/2015. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE 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
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006901-00 The name of the business: Yankers Located at: 356 South 49th Street In: Richmond, CA 94804, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Kenyatta Traylor 2. Bianca Luster. This business is conducted by: Co-Partners. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on
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registered by the following owner(s): East Diablo Youth Soccer League. 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: Nicole Farrar, Club Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk FICTITIOUS BUSINESS of Contra Costa County on: December 4, NAME STATEMENT 2019 by Deputy J Graff Expires 12/4/2024 File No. F-0007167 The name of the busi- 02-1273 81412 Publish dates: December ness: 13, 20, 27, 2019, January 3, 2020. 1. Shotgun Delivery 2. ASAP Express FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 3. Fastrak Courier NAME STATEMENT 4. CA Home Delivery File No. F-0007489-00 The name of the 5. Quicksilver Delivery business: MMW Real Estate & MarLocated at: 780 Crocket Ct In: Brentwood, keting Services Inc Located at: 2055 CA 94513, is hereby registered by the fol- Sierra Road Apt 15 In: Concord, CA 94518, lowing owner: 1. Urgent Delivery, Inc. This is hereby registered by the following business is conducted by: A Corporation. owner(s): MMW Real Estate & Marketing The registrant commenced to transact Services Inc. This business is conducted by: business under the fictitious business A Corporation. The registrant commenced name or names listed above on 11/1/2019. to transact business under the fictitious Signature of registrant: Greg Cullup, Presi- business name or names listed above on dent. This statement was filed with the 12/9/19. Signature of registrant: Mari County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: M. Wines, President. This statement was November 22, 2019 by Deputy C Preston filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa Expires 11/22/2024 Brentwood Press No. County on: December 11, 2019 by Deputy 02-1273 81368 Publish dates: December H Franklin Expires 12/11/2024 Brentwood 6, 13, 20, 27, 2019. Press No. 02-1273 81475 Publish dates: December 27, 2019, January 3, 10, 17, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 2020. NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007168-00 The name of the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS business: NAME STATEMENT 1. NOBS Courier File No. F-0007580 The name of the busi2. Kwiktime Courier ness: Get It Alley LLC Located at: 2182 3. Go Courier Grovenor Lane In: Concord, CA 94520, is 4. Pioneer Express hereby registered by the following owner: Located at: 780 Crocket Ct In: Brentwood, Get It Alley LLC. This business is conducted CA 94513, is hereby registered by the fol- by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant lowing owner(s): Mercury Partners, Inc. commenced to transact business under This business is conducted by: A Corpora- the fictitious business name or names tion. The registrant commenced to trans- listed above on December 2, 2019. Signaact business under the fictitious business ture of registrant: Robert A Ramsey, CEO. name or names listed above on 11/1/2019. This statement was filed with the County Signature of registrant: Greg Cullup, Presi- Clerk of Contra Costa County on: Decemdent. This statement was filed with the ber 16, 2019 by Deputy C Preston Expires County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 12/16/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 November 22, 2019 by Deputy C Preston 81462 Publish dates: December 20, 27, Expires 11/22/2024 Brentwood Press No. 2019, January 3, 10, 2020. 02-1273 81369 Publish dates: December 6, 13, 20, 27, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS File No. F-0007640-00 The name of the NAME STATEMENT business: All Day Trucking Inc. Located File No. F-0007196-00 The name of the at: 28 Tradition Way In: Brentwood, CA business(es): Bay Area Kustoms Tint 94513, is hereby registered by the followLocated at: 7911 Brentwood Blvd In: ing owner: All Day Trucking Inc. This busiBrentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered ness is conducted by: A Corporation. The by the following owner(s): Jose Hernan- registrant commenced to transact busidez. This business is conducted by: An ness under the fictitious business name Individual. The registrant commenced to or names listed above on 12/18/2019. transact business under the fictitious busi- Signature of registrant: Satber Singh. ness name or names listed above on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Signature of registrant: Jose Hernandez. Clerk of Contra Costa County on: DecemThis statement was filed with the County ber 18, 2019 by Deputy L Fallas Expires Clerk of Contra Costa County on: Novem- 12/18/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 ber 25, 2019 by Deputy J Graff Expires 81482 Publish dates: December 27, 2019, 11/25/2024 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 January 3, 10, 17, 2020. 81457 Publish dates: December 20, 27, 2019, January 3, 10, 2020. LIEN SALE NOTICE Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 3071 of the Civil Code of the State of CaliNAME STATEMENT fornia, the undersigned, Bay Point Tow, File No. F-0007247-00 The name of the 4075 Folsom Ct., Concord, CA, 94520, business(es): Stonecrest Lending Lo- will conduct a public sale on January cated at: 1210 Central Blvd #109 In: Brent- 10, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. on the followwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by ing vehicle: 2010 Audi, VIN #: WAUEthe following owner(s): Stonecrest Lend- FAFL5AN011332, CA License Plate: ing, Inc. This business is conducted by: A 6LLG892. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Corporation. The registrant commenced 81481 Publish Dates: December 27, 2019. to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOTICE OF LIEN SALE 11/1/2019. Signature of registrant: Laura SELF STORAGE AUCTION Cunha, President. This statement was NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the underfiled with the County Clerk of Contra Costa signed intends to sell the liened personal County on: November 27, 2019 by Deputy property described below, pursuant to the C Pittman Expires 11/27/2024 Brentwood provisions of the California Code of Civil Press No. 02-1273 81411 Publish dates: Procedure and the provisions of the CaliforDecember 13, 20, 27, 2019, January 3, nia Self-Storage Facilities Act, Business and 2020. Professions Code Sections 21700 et seq. On the 10th day of January 2020, at FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 9:30 AM, the undersigned will sell the NAME STATEMENT contents of liened storage units by public File No. F-0007302-00 The name of the sale by competitive bidding on the prembusiness: Fox Haven Ranch Located ises where said property has been stored at: 3458 Byer Rd In: Byron, CA 94514, is and which are located at Acorn II Self hereby registered by the following owner: Storage LLC, at 6900 Lone Tree Way, Janet M Haverland. This business is con- Brentwood, California 94513, Tel. ducted by: An Individual. The registrant (925) 240-5000. Self-storage liened units commenced to transact business under the generally include miscellaneous housefictitious business name or names listed hold goods, office or business equipment, above on 12-3-19. Signature of registrant: furniture, furnishings, clothing and perJanet Haverland. This statement was filed sonal effects. In addition to those general with the County Clerk of Contra Costa contents, the pre-lien inventory revealed County on: December 3, 2019 by Deputy C the following described goods: Dias Expires 12/3/2024 Brentwood Press Names: No. 02-1273 81423 Publish dates: Decem- 1. Danielle Hollins - 24 speed bicycle, ber 20, 27, 2019, January 3, 10, 2020. bench seat, fan, unit full. 2. Robert Booth - Poker table, children’s FICTITIOUS BUSINESS desk, toys & sculpture. NAME STATEMENT 3. Mary Grace Odena - 2 coffee tables, File No. F-0007329-00 The name of the board games, 4 chairs, soccer ball, new business: 1. Impact Soccer Club 2. exhaust system, good year tires & boots. Neto’s Fund Located at: 415 Beatrice Ct. 4. Joseph C. Asterino Jr. - commercial Suite D In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby paint equipment, ride on scooter & electric
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lawn mower. 5. Lindsey Everhart - Toys, bat, microwave, sword, artwork, standing lamp, Kirby vacuum & toaster. 6. Mark A. Gravatt - Drill press, ladder, roto tiller, ban saw, 4 chairs, bed frame, luggage, edger & bowling ball. 7. Danielle Hollins - Mirror, artwork, kitchen supplies, Lamp, ottoman, shelving & coffee table. 8. Rosa Rios - Dresser, media stand, end table, 49er throw pillow & couch. 9. Burnetta C. Payne - Stereo equipment, desk, media stand, women shoes, rugs, TV stand, ladders, large flat screen TV, BBQ, kids chair, boxes & bins. 10. Teresita N. Delrosario - Dressers, 2 TVs, 3 lamps, ping pong table & artwork. 11. Alexandrea Hargrove - Duffle bag, tape, entertainment center, bed frame, pots & pans. 12. Kathleen Bradley - Fish tank, dressers, tools, boxes & bins. 13. Marie Jackson - Couches, golf umbrella, fans, end tables, bed frame, luggage, ice chest, boxes & bins. 14. Kushunda Montoya - Cal sock monkey, artwork, boxes & bins. 15. Lynda Curry - Hedge trimmer, antique mirror, hand tools & ladders. 16. Lawrence Gitchen - Tool bag, standing lamp, artwork, entertainment center, bed frame, luggage & end table. Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase by cash only. All purchased items sold as-is, where-is, and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Call ahead to make sure sale is still scheduled. Contraband, or items subject to regulation or registration will not be transferred with the liened unit unless otherwise noted. Dates Published: 12/27/2019 and 1/3/2020 or Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 604-9695 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81480 Publish Dates: December 27, 2019, January 3, 2020.
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mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 19-0579-11. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: 12/4/2019 The Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation 2955 Main Street, 2nd Floor Irvine, California 92614 Foreclosure Department (949) 720-9200 Sale Information Only: 916-939-0772 www.nationwideposting. com Sindy Clements, Foreclosure Officer PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THE WOLF FIRM MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NPP0364612 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 12/20/2019, 12/27/2019, 01/03/2020. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81418 Publish Dates: December 20, 27, 2019, January 3, 2020.
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 10th day of January 2020, 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. Self-storage liened units generally include miscellaneous household goods, office or business equipment, furniture, furnishings, clothing and personal effects. In addition to those general contents, the pre-lien inventory revealed the following described goods: Customer Name: 1. William Portillo- 14+ Boxes, Bins, & Plastic Containers, 2 Front Car Seats & 1 Back Seat, 7 Tires, 1 Battery 2. Mary Dorrough- 48+ Boxes, Bins, 5 Saltwater Fishing Poles, Electric Wheel Chair, Unit Full 3. Janice Alexander- Old Apple Computer, Lawn Mower, Artwork, 15+ Boxes & Bags, Patio Table & Chairs, Walker 4. Janet Hopkins- Two Large Sofa Chairs, Dryer, Boxes, Artwork 5. Dayna Gordon- Guitar, Artwork, Fishing Poles, Grand Father Clock, & Tools, 45 RPM Records 6. Earline Walker- Fan, Clothes, 10+ Boxes, 5 + Bins, Plastic Santa Claus, Unit Full 7. Jon Smithey- 10+ Boxes & Bins, Barbeque, Furniture, Car Rack, Rototiller 8. Robert Avellino- 10+ Boxes, 5+ Bags, Computer Screen, Baseball Bat, Wicker Basket, Full Unit 9. Eufracia M Cruz- 7+ Boxes & Bins, Stereo Equipment, Exercise Equipment, & Dresser 10. Jon Smithey- 19+ Boxes, Bags, & Bins, Mini Refrigerator, Punch Bowl, Ice Chest & Thermos 11. Mary Dorrough- Deep Fryer, Clothing, 2 Ice Chests, 21+ Bag, Boxes & Bins, Vacuum Cleaner 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 12/27/2019 and on 01/03/2020 Nor Cal Storage Auctions,
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 19-0579-11 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包含一个信 息摘要 참고사항: 본 첨부 문 서에 정보 요약서가 있습니 다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀYPLEASE NOTE THAT PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(d)(1) THE ABOVE STATEMENT IS REQUIRED TO APPEAR ON THIS DOCUMENT BUT PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION IS NOT REQUIRED TO BE RECORDED OR PUBLISHED AND THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION NEED ONLY BE MAILED TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/12/2005. 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 a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: DELANDA BURGESS, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Duly Appointed Trustee: The Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation Recorded 12/16/2005 as Instrument No. 20050483155-11 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Street Address or other common designation of real property: 6540 GREEN CASTLE CIR DISCOVERY BAY, CA 945142634 A.P.N.: 011-540-008 Date of Sale: 1/15/2020 at 1:30 PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $499,238.95, estimated The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Mario Tobias Balinton SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Mario Tobias Balinton CASE NUMBER: N19-2234 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Mario Tobias Balinton filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Mario Tobias Balinton b. aka Mario Tobias Hulsebus to Proposed Name: Mario Tobias Balinton. 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: 01/09/20 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 b. Must bring proof of residency to the hearing. Date: 11/15/19 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81359 Publish Dates: December 6, 13, 20, 27, 2019. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Tyan Jena Kathain SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Tyan Jena Kathain CASE NUMBER: N19-2416 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Tyan Jena Kathain filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Mia Jena Short to Proposed Name: Mia Jena Short-Kathain. 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: 02/10/20 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: 12/16/2019 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81454 Publish Dates: December 20, 27, 2019, January 3, 10, 2020.
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Services, in cooperation with the Contra Costa County Sheriff ’s Office (CCCSO). While the local police department has primary responsibility for managing an emergency incident, a broad range of city resources play important roles in incident management. The public works, finance and legal departments all participated in the exercise. “Public Works plays a vital role in all aspects of disasters, including prevention, preparedness, mitigation, response and recovery,” said Miki Tsubota, director of public works/city engineer for the City of Brentwood. “As the largest department in the city, we oversee many essential services and infrastructure, including providing drinking water, sewer treatment, storm drains, garbage services, fleet maintenance, building maintenance, roadways and traffic signals. In the event of a disaster, we would be responsible for these services and infrastructure.” In the event of a major incident like the earthquake considered in the drill, city resources could be quickly overwhelmed. As such, one of the training’s primary objectives was to practice integrating the city’s emergency response with those of the county, state and other nearby cities. Throughout the state, a response hierarchy exists so that, as the resources of a jurisdiction are exhausted, the next larger jurisdiction is called upon to provide assistance. “The state of California requires all government levels be a part of and practice the Standardized Emergency Management System,” said Rick Kovar, CCCSO emergency services manager. “This system outlines the roles and responsibilities of local, county, regional and state government in time of emergency. The county supports local jurisdictions and city governments when disasters happen. If the local jurisdiction
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“ The county supports local jurisdictions and city governments when disasters happen. If the local jurisdiction is overwhelmed or needs logistical or resource support, the county will coordinate by seeking additional resources, either locally or through the state mutual aid system.
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Rick Kovar, CCCSO emergency services manager is overwhelmed or needs logistical or resource support, the county will coordinate by seeking additional resources, either locally or through the state mutual aid system.” Each jurisdiction manages its own emergency operations center (EOC), and much of the drill focused on establishing and running the city’s EOC. “The end goal is that when people are called into their emergency operations center, they understand how the EOC works, and what their role is in assisting what’s going on out in the field,” explained CSTI’s Karen Jackson. While it may be easy to imagine the role the police play in managing a disaster, behind the scenes, work is required of departments like accounting and finance to ensure continuity of government. Once the critical phase of an emergency has passed, service providers need to be paid, and the city has to be able to recover costs from the state and federal governments.
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Lt. Walter O’Grodnick prepares to give a mock interview as the City of Brentwood, in conjunction with multiple state and county agencies, conducts disaster management training and exercises. “When it’s all said and done, it has to be done right,” Hansen said. “You think that during an emergency, the number one thing is saving lives, and that’s what we’re going to do. However, for cities to get federal funds, we have to make sure that our paperwork is right, we’ve done it right and we’ve followed state policy and federal policy.” Despite the significant commitment of time and resources, Hansen was pleased with the outcome of the multiday training. “The training was a great success, but it’s only scratching the surface,” he said. “It got everybody interested. We saw gaps we may have. I saw a tremen-
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dous amount of energy from all the different departments. We had some great people in there. There’s more work to do, and we’re excited to do it.” Resources to help residents prepare for an emergency can be found at the following sites: Family Preparedness Guide: http://bit. ly/2QnjFdE Community Warning System Registration Information: cwsalerts.com Residential Guide to Wildfire and Evacuation Preparedness: http://bit.ly/3734ugj Power Outage Preparedness Guide: http://bit.ly/35TdRih To view a slideshow, visit www.thepress. net/multimedia/slideshows
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Tuesday, Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve Bowling
Harvest Park Bowl will host a New Year’s Eve party and 25th anniversary celebration from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. at 5000 Balfour Road in Brentwood. For $250 a lane, participants get unlimited bowling and shoe rental, music, a light show, hors d’oeuvres, dessert bar, party favors, champagne toast and more. For more information, contact sherry@harvestparkbowl. com or 925-516-1221 or visit www. harvestparkbowl.com.
PAL New Year’s Eve Countdown
Brentwood Police Activities League (PAL) is hosting a parent’s night out on New Year’s Eve, from 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial Hall, 757 First St. in Brentwood. Cost is $10 donation per child, or whatever you can afford. The evening will include food, snack, three different time zone ball drops, an apple cider toast and a DJ. For more information, contact Palbrentwood@gmail.com or 925-695-6497.
1920s New Year’s Eve Party
The Ryde Hotel invites you to a Murder Mystery Dinner from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. at 14340 CA-160 in Walnut Grove. Tickets are $180 per couple and include an evening of fun with a champagne toast and live music. Costumes are strongly encouraged. For more informaiton or to purchase tickets, call 916-776-1318 or visit https://tinyurl.com/NewYearsEveRyde.
Wednesday, Jan. 1 New Year’s Day Run
The Brentwood Rotary Club presents the 2020 New Year’s Day 5k Run/Walk from 7:30 a.m. to noon at Veterans Park, 3841 Balfour Road, Brentwood. Get a jump-start on those New Year’s resolutions and raise money for local charities. For more information or to register, visit www.runbrentwood.com.
Wednesday, Jan. 8 Navigation Course
The education department of Diablo Sail & Power Squadron will offer an eight-week course on marine navigation in local waterways on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at the Martinez Sea Scouts Training Facility. Classes are open to the public. For more information, contact Michael Holland at mjholland@ucdavis.edu or 530-304-4487.
Oakley Chamber Meeting
The Oakley Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly mixer from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Travis Credit Union, 5819 Lone Tree Way in Antioch. This event is free to members and first-time guests. Come by and see what networking with Chamber members can do for your business. Members please bring a raffle gift for one of our drawings as a way to promote your business.
Thursday, Jan. 9 Business on the Bay
The Business on the Bay Mastermind group will hold a fun and informative luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Boardwalk Grill, 5879 Marina Road in Discovery Bay. Come network with like-minded businesspeople. For more information, email chamber@ discoverybaychamber.org, call 925-2404144 or visit http://discoverybaychamber. org/events/#!event/2020/1/9/ january-business-on-the-bay.
Saturday, Jan. 11 Liberty Lions Band Booster Crab Feed
The Liberty Lions Band Booster will host a fundraiser crab feed from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St. in downtown Brentwood. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit llbb.ticketspice.com/ crabfeed or email tdalfi1025@comcast.net.
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Widow and Widower Grief Support Group
The widow and widower grief support group meets Thursdays at 5 p.m. at the Immaculate Heart of Mary library at 500 Fairview Ave. in Brentwood. If your spouse has died and you are finding it hard to cope, come learn how to find a new normal. For more information, contact 925-513-3412 or 925-240-1706.
ECCHS Breakers
The East Contra County Historical Society Breakers seek members to tinker on old machinery, help plan and design museum exhibits and do general maintenance on the grounds and buildings of the 19th century museum. Anyone can volunteer to be a “breaker” and donate their time and talent every Monday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon and first Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon at 3890 Sellers Road in Brentwood. For more information, call Dawn at 925-513-3247.
Contra Costa Senior Legal Services
Senior Center Flea Market
The Oakley Seniors will host a flea market at the Oakley Senior Center, 215 Second St. in Oakley, on the first Saturday of the month from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Everyone is welcome, and vendor tables are available for $10. For more information, call Tim Lear at 925-238-5356.
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support
This group meets the second Thursday of each month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Neighborhood Church at 50 Birch St. in Brentwood. It is open to any member of the community who is caring for or knows someone caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. No charge, no reservations needed. Speaker varies each month. For more information, call 925284-7942 or visit www.alznorcal.org.
Senior Cane Self-Defense Class
Looking for legal advice? Consult an experienced attorney for free every fourth Wednesday of the month from 9 a.m. to noon at the Oakley Senior Center, 215 Second St. in Oakley. Attorneys provide short-term advice or give appropriate referrals. For more information or an appointment, call 925-625-0200.
Delta Informal Gardeners
Delta Informal Gardeners meet the fourth Monday of each month, except June, December or Monday holidays, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Brentwood United Methodist Church, 809 2nd St. in Brentwood. Come learn from great speakers and spend time with others interested in gardening. For more information, contact president Bob Selders at 925-642-0080 or r. selders@yahoo.com.
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.
Grief Support Group
This group is to provide support for adults age 18+ grieving the death of someone close to them. The group meets the second and fourth Thursday of each month from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the John Muir Urgent Care Center, 2400 Balfour Road, Suite 223. For more information, email susansh@hospiceeastbay. org, call 925-887-5678 or visit www.bit.ly/ griefsupportgroup.
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.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Family Resource Center hosts a free medical clinic at 2210 Gladstone Drive in Pittsburg on Wednesdays from 4 to 8 p.m., and second and fourth Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Uninsured adults ages 17+ are eligible. For an appointment, call 925-439-2009 on Wednesdays between 1 and 3 p.m. For more information, visit www.svdp-cc.org/ programs-rotacare-clinic.
Soroptimist International of the Delta
Oakley 4-H Club
Oakley 4-H meets on the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. The club is open to boys and girls ages 5-19 and adults. For more information and meeting location, contact Oakley@contracosta4h.org.
Square Dancing Lessons
lessons for beginners. Everyone age 8 and up is welcome; children under 18 require adult supervision. Lessons are at 7 p.m. at the Brentwood Senior Activity Center, 193 Griffith Lane in Brentwood. For more information or to register, visit www.brentwoodca.gov or www. DeltaSquares.com.
Join the Delta Squares Club for square-dancing
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 925-234-8318 or visit www.siofthedelta.com.
El Campanil Theatre 602 W. Second Street Antioch ORDER TICKETS PHONE: (925) 757-9500 OR ONLINE: www.ElCampanilTheatre.com
West Side Story (1961) Classic Film Series
Sunday January 5 2020 2:00 pm
By The Grace Of God
(France) International Film Showcase Sunday January 12 2:00 pm
Top Shelf Classics Motown and More
Sunday January 26 3:00 pm
"You've Got A Friend"
The Carole King Songbook Performed by the
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Sunday February 2 3:00 pm
A Winter Beach Party with Surf's Up: The Songs of The Beach Boys...and More! Saturday February 8 8:00 pm
The Princess Bride (1987) Classic Film Series Sunday February 9 2:00 pm
Contra Costa Chamber Orchestra Epic Tales Saturday February 15 2:00 pm
Delta Blues Festival 10th Annual Benefit Concert
Saturday February 29 7:00 pm
PARTY
1920s Theme, Dress to Impress Contest! $180 per couple. Tickets include: ◆ Murder Mystery Dinner ◆ Champagne Toast ◆ Dancing to Live Music with The Smokin’ Sax of Jim Phillips Purchase Tickets at: https://tinyurl.com/NewYearsEveRyde or call (916) 776-1318 • www.rydehotel.com
Folk Legacy Trio
The Great American Folksong Book™ Concert Sunday March 1 3:00 pm
The Sun Kings
Premier Beatles Tribute Abbey Road and Let It Be Saturday March 7 8:00 pm
The Diamonds
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A Salute to American Bandstand Saturday March 14 2:00 pm
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