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YOUR HOMETOWN WEEKLY NEWSPAPER
Vol. 18, No. 7
Full steam ahead for Byron district
PAL Crowns BBQ King
Smooth sailing
by Aly Brown
BBQ King 2020 cook-off raises funds for Police Activities League and historical society. Page 8
Staff Writer
The Byron Union School District (BUSD) is making strides to build communication, incorporate feedback and improve programs and efficiency as it plans for the future. District officials met with the parent community this week on Tuesday, Feb. 11, to review the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and receive input on the outlined goals. The LCAP is defined by the state as a school district’s “three-year plan that describes the goals, actions, services and expenditures to support positive student outcomes that address state and local priorities.” “The activity at the end shows the parents our current goals and how different priorities are embedded into our plan,” said BUSD Superintendent Dr. Reyes Guana. see District page 22
A Chorus Line Kicks Onstage Photo by Greg Hanson/ Stoked Aerial Images.
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ocal photographer Greg Hanson of Stoked Aerial Images, captured this photo while kayaking among some of the larger vessels in the Discovery Bay Marina. Thanks for sharing your view from behind the lens Greg!
East County candidates, ballot measures by Aly Brown Staff Writer
With the primary election around the corner, residents of East County will have more to consider than simply choosing their presidential preference. Contra Costa County overlaps into various districts, but the cities located in the eastern portion — Antioch, Brentwood, Discovery Bay and Oakley, along with unincorporated land in between — are part of Congressional District 9, Senatorial District 7, State Assembly District 11 and Supervisorial District 3. Those who reside within these boundaries should study the following candidates and measures prior to Election Day, March 3.
“ At the county level, those running for supervisor of District 3 are Paul Seger and Diane Burgis, who is seeking reelection. Measure J Contra Costa Transportation Authority is also on the ballot for the county. Federal For the United States Representative (District 9), Jerry McNerney, Antonio ‘Tony’ C. Amador and William Martinek have thrown their hats into the ring. “I’m running for Congress to fight for our farmers, our families, our water, our health care, our commuters, our veterans and for the lives we all deserve,” wrote Martinek in his candidate
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statement. Currently holding the seat, McNerney is up for reelection. “I’m seeking reelection to continue delivering results that strengthen our economy for middle-class families, protect Medicare and Social Security, keep our children healthy and ensure a clean environment for future generations,” stated McNerney. Amador did not submit a
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statement. State At the state level, voters will choose a state senator and member of state assembly and vote yes or no on Proposition 13. On the ballot for state senator (District 7) are Steve Glazer, Marisol Rubio and Julie Mobley. Rubio, a health care provider, indicated health care, education and environmental protection to be among her key focal areas. “Now I am running for state senate and putting my insight and experience to work for everyone in our district because we can do better,” Rubio stated. As the current state senator, Glazer’s candidate page noted see Ballot page 22
MOW Director
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Meals on Wheels welcomes a new executive director to lead the organization.
Liberty High School prepares for the opening of its new show, “A Chorus Line.” Page 9
Liberty Ladies Defeat Rival
Liberty girls’ soccer team took down rival Heritage in quest for the BVAL title. Page 16 Calendar................................23 Classifieds.............................20 Cop Logs................................11 Entertainment.......................9 Food..........................................8 Milestones............................13 Opinion..................................14 Adopt-a-Pet............................7 Sports.....................................16
RotaCare Clinic
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RotaCare Pittsburg free medical clinic a celebrates ninth anniversary of service.