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Learning to Build Robots

by Dawnmarie Fehr Correspondent

As work continues on the Discovery Bay dog park, officials look forward to events that will close the funding gap.

Closed since September 2018, both the large and small dog parks have undergone extensive work, including weed killing, asphalt removal and drainage upgrades. Funds for the renovation project have come from multiple budget columns. In an email to The Press, Discovery Bay General Manager Mike Davies said the project has come in at $52,000, the bulk of which comes from PG&E’s compensation to the town for the 2015 gas outage. “$45,000 is from 2016 PG&E money designated for the Community Center, and $6,000 in dog park donations,” Davies said. “The remaining $1,000 will see Renovations page 26

Robotics teams from Krey and Adams advance to compete at the national level. Page 6

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xcelsior Middle School students took second place for the Problem 2, Division 2 engineering problem at the recent Odyssey of the Mind competition. All winners from the event go on to the state finals in Sacramento, March 28. Odyssey of the Mind is a creative problemsolving program involving students from kindergarten through college.

Team members work together at length to solve a predefined long-term problem and present their solution to the problem at a competition. For other participants, see page 3.

County updates coronavirus response

by Dawnmarie Fehr Correspondent

As the coronavirus crisis continues to evolve and the World Health Organization has labeled it a pandemic, Contra Costa Health Services (CCHS) released a statement this week advising the public to further protect themselves from the spread of the virus by practicing social distancing.

These public health guidelines call for the cancellation of large community events and encourage people to telecommute when possible. They also stipulate that anyone at higher risk of serious illness should not attend gatherings of 50 people or more, including sporting events and religious services.

“ Given that we now know coronavirus is spreading in our county, this is a critical time for each of us to do our part to protect our community.

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Anna Roth, Contra Costa Health Services director “We understand that these recommendations will substantially impact our lives and may be difficult to implement,” wrote Anna Roth, CCHS health services director. “We considered them carefully in consultation with the state and other counties who have taken similar actions. Given that we now know coronavirus is spreading in our county, this is a critical time for

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Heritage High School Principal Carrie Wells issued a press release this week to parents and families in accordance with the Liberty Union High School District and CCHS guidelines stipulating that Friday’s spring dance and a scheduled multicultural rally would be canceled.

At this time, there are no planned closures of East County schools, though most local school districts will close for their preplanned two-week spring break, Monday, March 16, through Monday, March 30.

The districts are regularly updating student families with communications from see Coronavirus page 26

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Contra Costa County Public Works is looking for student interns for the summer.

A 27-year-old Brentwood man was killed in a head-on collision on Vasco Road. Page 7

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Local law enforcement shuts down sideshows The Antioch Police Department issued the following press release related to the large-scale sideshows that took place throughout East County on Saturday, March 7.

Information was received that a large-scale sideshow — an informal car stunt event — was planned to occur in Eastern Contra Costa County on March 7, 2020. These events have been frequently occurring in the Bay Area, and if not addressed by law enforcement, they become out of control. Car stunt events are extremely dangerous due to the reckless driving that often leads to violence or subjects being severely injured while disrupting the lives of noninvolved motorists and residents.

The Antioch Police Department reached out to surrounding law enforcement agencies for assistance in addressing this planned sideshow due to the anticipated size of the event and the various locations in Eastern Contra Costa County identified as possible locations of occurrence. The request was answered with officers being sent from all East County agencies, including the Brentwood Police Department, Oakley Police Department, Pittsburg Police Department, California Highway Patrol and deputies from the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO). Contra Costa Sheriff’s Office Air Operations also assisted by having Helicopter STAR 3 overhead in support.

One such event occurred with par-

“ As a reminder to those who choose to show off their driving skills, public roadways are not the proper venues for this type of behavior.

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Antioch Police Department ticipants performing dangerous and reckless driving maneuvers in the intersection of Marsh Creek and Vasco roads. This is a heavily traveled area of roadway, and participants used their vehicles to stop traffic in all directions while performing dangerous driving maneuvers. CCSO STAR 3 was overhead and was able to help responding units stop and arrest numerous participants.

Several of these participants did manage to escape arrest by driving at and around arriving officers on roadway shoulders and into oncoming lanes of traffic — again, putting numerous citizens and officers in harm’s way. These participants went to other nearby areas and continued to take over intersections by performing dangerous and reckless driving maneuvers.

Thanks to CCSO STAR 3 overhead, several officers were able to break up this

second event along Vineyards Parkway in the City of Brentwood. Several participants were again stopped and arrested and had their vehicles towed.

CCSO STAR 3 helped identify a third location on Balfour Road at American Avenue in the City of Brentwood.

Arriving officers located and arrested several more drivers with their vehicles again being towed. This continued with a fourth sideshow taking place in the City of Antioch at the intersection of A and East 18th streets. Officers arrived as the participants were dispersing. Officers were able to identify the involved drivers and vehicles. More vehicles were stopped at various locations with the drivers being arrested and their vehicles being towed.

During these events, a motorcycle was involved and fled from officers when an enforcement stop was attempted. With the assistance of CCSO STAR 3, officers were able to follow the motorcycle safely and later located the rider. The rider was taken into custody with his motorcycle being subsequently towed and stored.

The remaining group of drivers then made their way into the City of Concord. The Concord Police Department was aware of what was occurring in the eastern end of the county. They were able to disperse the remaining participants from their city. After this last incident, it appears the participants stopped for the night and no other incidents were reported.

Nearly 60 citations were issued. Of the citations, 50 were for infield arrests for reckless driving offenses directly related to sideshow activity. This resulted in 55 vehicles being towed and stored. There were three other arrests as a result of this enforcement for charges of driving under the influence, felony evading and a warrant arrest for robbery.

This type of reckless driving has become a regular occurrence in the Bay Area. It is an extreme danger to those involved and even more of a danger for the uninvolved citizens who unfortunately become victims of the illegal activity.

Due to the officers proactively addressing this issue, several of the involved drivers will now be without their vehicles for an extended period and will also be facing possible fines from the courts. Officers in Contra Costa County will continue to address these incidents with zero tolerance.

As a reminder to those who choose to show off their driving skills, public roadways are not the proper venues for this type of behavior. There are sanctioned events and locations throughout the state that allow this type of driving, often rewarding drivers for their skills and providing a safe environment to all.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Antioch Police Department nonemergency line at 925-778-2441. You may also text-a-tip to 274637 (CRIMES) using the key word ANTIOCH.

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City changes aimed at attracting retailers, hotels

by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

Brentwood leaders have finalized a series of regulatory changes intended to attract large retailers and hotels to the city.

The modifications will streamline requirements for large-scale retail businesses — 75,000 square feet and greater — interested in moving into town; permit hotel development on certain sites; increase allowable hotel heights in one area; and permit auto-fueling stations in certain spots, provided they are accessories to sizable retail anchors.

“What’s envisioned is that these changes would streamline the process and help us attract new hotels and major sales tax-generating retailers to the community,” said Assistant City Manager Terrence Grindall.

Specifically, the changes mean that large-scale retail businesses would no longer be differentiated from other retail uses and development of such business-

es would be eased in certain areas. Key areas where this would apply include a city section bordered by Empire Avenue; Lone Tree Way; the Union Pacific Railroad and a separate area off Sand Creek Road near State Route 4.

Additional changes would permit and encourage hotel construction on a section of the John Muir Medical campus site near Balfour Road; allow hotels to be four stories and/or 60 feet (up from three stories and/or 50 feet), only in an area that covers a majority of The Streets of Brentwood, Sand Creek Crossing and the vacant land commercial site south of Sand Creek Road, adjacent to State Route 4, to more closely line up with hotel trends; and to permit auto-fueling stations in the same area, provided they are accessories to sizable retail anchors.

City leaders said the changes will ease the development process for prospective suitors, thus increasing the city’s attractiveness in a competitive market.

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“ What’s envisioned is that these changes would streamline the process and help us attract new hotels and major sales taxgenerating retailers to the community.

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Brentwood Assistant City Manager Terrence Grindall Such projects would still be subject to design review by the city’s planning commission — a process intended to ensure that a project fosters a good design character through consideration of aesthetic and functional relationships with surrounding development.

“These types of development are beneficial for the city’s economy, since they can generate significant local sales tax revenue, transient occupancy tax and produce secondary economic benefits as customers, employees and visitors patronize other nearby businesses,” said Senior Analyst Josh Ewen, who noted that staff analysis showed that completion of the new State Route 4 has created an opportunity for highly visible hotel sites.

Though city leaders approved several city staff-suggested changes, some

were rejected.

Hotels will still be required to obtain a conditional use permit before moving into a section of the John Muir campus site near homes. The same rules apply to Sciortino Ranch, east of Brentwood Boulevard and west of Garin Parkway, on both sides of Sand Creek Road.

Large-scale retail businesses, meanwhile, will be prohibited in a portion of Sciortino Ranch, an area that residents have long thought is not big enough for such development.

City Councilmember Karen Rarey indicated that residents’ quality of life weighed heavily in the decisions.

“I think the residents should have a say,” she said.

The slew of approved changes also includes a citywide prohibition on motels — largely to preserve the community’s safety, Grindall said.

Hotels offer room access through interior lobbies or hallways, while motel rooms can be reached through exterior doors, a city staff report explains. The report also notes that hotels are desirable for providing needed short-term accommodations for business or leisure travelers, while motels are often low-price-point lodging establishments, with no overnight management and minimal guest amenities or services. There are currently no motels in the city.

To view a staff report on the changes, see packet page 105 at bit.ly/33c9sX6.

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Jury convicts NorCal K9 owner on four felony counts of animal cruelty

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by Tony Kukulich Staff Writer

Garry Reynolds, an East County dog trainer and owner of NorCal K9, was found guilty last week on four of seven counts of felony animal cruelty by a Contra Costa County Superior Court jury.

Reynolds faces up to 10 years in prison and will be sentenced by Judge Patricia Scanlon when he returns to court on May 1. Two prior violent felony convictions — second-degree robbery in 2002 and shooting at an inhabited dwelling in 2001 — may factor into the sentence Reynolds receives.

An investigation into NorCal K9 by the Antioch Police Department (APD) was prompted by Denise and Jeff Swank after the death of their 3-year-old German shepherd, Gunnar. Gunnar died May 20, 2018, while under Reynolds’ care in a home he rented in Antioch. Located at 5200 Lone Tree Way, the home was — according to testimony in court — used by NorCal K9 to board and train dogs. For a time, Reynolds lived at the Lone Tree Way address, as did his employee, Devon Ashby. Reynolds was found not guilty on the count pertaining to the death of Gunnar.

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verdict) because I think he’s still going to be held responsible for what he was doing, which is the main thing.

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serve excellent care,” said Deputy District Attorney Arsh Singh, who prosecuted the case for the state. “Garry Reynolds took advantage of his customers, and his ownership style contributed to the maltreatment of these dogs and the horrible death of Gunnar. The defendant claims to be a premier dog trainer yet showed no remorse and did not accept responsibility for the dogs under his care. I want to thank the jury for the important verdict in this case and the message sent to any dog trainer in our community that our office will not tolerate the mistreatment of animals.”

The criminal complaint filed by the Contra Costa Office of the District Attorney (DA) in December 2018 charged Reynolds and Ashby with eight counts of felony animal cruelty. One count was later dropped. Ashby accepted a deal offered by the DA, in which he pleaded no contest to misdemeanor animal cruelty, and received a sentence of 90 days in county jail and three years of probation. According to Scott Alonso, public information officer for the DA’s office, Reynolds was also offered a plea deal.

“We offered to resolve the case if Mr.

Reynolds pleaded to a felony,” Alonso said. “He declined to do so.”

Opening arguments in the case started Feb. 26 and the jury deliberations began in the afternoon of Mar. 4. The jury returned the verdict about 24 hours later.

Much of the case concentrated on the conditions at the Lone Tree Way residence during the time between Gunnar’s death in May and June 25 — the day an APD officer entered the home and found “unsuitable and dangerous living conditions.”

Police removed a number of dogs from the home at that time. Those that belonged to NorCal K9 clients were returned to their see K9 page 13

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Local students make national robotics finals

by Aly Brown Staff Writer

Sarah Jenkins’ classroom — tucked away on the campus off Crawford Drive in Brentwood — is once again the site of burgeoning engineers on a mission to win a national competition.

Walk into the Krey Elementary School classroom after school and you’ll find her robotics teams working together on the floor, surrounded by craft materials and speaking animatedly as they attempt to make their robots perform certain tasks.

In February, the students found out they made it into the finals of the Wonder League Robotics Competition (WLRC), and with a March 23 deadline to submit their projects, they remained focused — even as they laughed and teased one another for losing the duct tape somewhere amongst the glitter and glue.

“My favorite part is watching them form a team and work together, because both of the groups were not friends prior to the team’s forming,” said Jenkins. “They were selected for different reasons. It’s neat to see how they work together and what each individual brings to the team. One might be better at coding, someone might be good at building things, others are very creative.”

Put on by Wonder Workshop Inc., the competition is free for groups to enter, and grand prizes include $5,000 in grant money, among others. This year, Cartoon Network has partnered with the organization in an effort

Seen from left to right clockwise, Ava Duttera, Ellie Armato, Bryce Kelly, Nate Jenkins, Ariana Le, Gracie Armato, Sam Penrod and Aidan Duttera.

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to bring more humor and creativity to the project. Jenkins has two teams in the race to win.

One team is comprised of fourth- and fifth-graders, and the other is a reunion of her original squad from 2018 — a group of now-seventh-graders who venture over from Adams Middle School to participate.

The students include Ava Duttera, Ellie Armato, Bryce Kelly, Nate Jenkins, Ariana Le, Gracie Armato, Sam Penrod and Aidan Duttera.

“We’re trying to build a catapult,” explained Bryce, a member of the younger team. “We have to get the ping pong ball over the barrier and into the cup.”

With the search for the duct tape still underway around her, Ellie further explained the

attachment they tested on their robot to make it successful.

The older group worked on a similar mission with a different set of obstacles. Both teams were required to invent a story, complete with a made-up world and characters, to go alongside their tasks. The older team decided to make their robot — named Dash — part of a magical realm of unicorns. The younger team invented a perceived adults’ paradise: a Costco with no membership dues, featuring a stream of coffee running through the building. In addition to making their robots Dash and Cue perform the required tasks on their obstacles, the kids are also required to create and edit a video featuring their worlds and missions.

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Sam, a seventh-grader who was on the original team, said it’s satisfying to see Dash complete his tasks.

“It’s harder this time,” he said, noting they’ve learned a thing or two about time management since the last endeavor. “We’re going to try and finish this final mission with the time we have. We’re hoping to get the maximum points. Last time, we spent too much time making something that we didn’t use.”

Ariana Le is another seventh-grader.

One of her specialties was designing the architecture of the set, which features a magical donut shop.

“Robotics gives you a chance to be creative,” she said.

After all participants submit their entries this month, WLRC will announce winners in May. “This competition is really good for incorporating STEM (science, technology, engineering, math), because it has so many different elements to it,” Jenkins said. “Incorporating creativity: that’s my favorite part of it. They get to do set design, video, there’s all the tech, and the judges really reward the projects that show the kids developed and completed the assignments on their own.”

In the end, Sam found the duct tape.

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Brentwood man killed in Vasco Road collision

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A 27-year-old Brentwood man was killed in a head-on collision on Vasco Road in Byron Tuesday afternoon.

The man was identified as Bryan Shuck by the Contra Costa County Office of the Coroner.

The accident was reported just after 2:30 p.m., about a mile south of the intersection with Camino Diablo. According to a social-media post by the California Highway Patrol (CHP), Shuck was traveling north on Vasco Road in a white Chevrolet pickup when he — for reasons unknown — swerved into oncoming traffic and struck a large box truck. The impact caused massive damage to the driver’s side of the Chevrolet. The box truck ran off the road into the shoulder of the southbound lane, rolling onto its passen-

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Shuck was declared dead on the scene by AMR paramedics, said CHP Officer Donnie Thomas.

Jake Gonzalez, battalion chief with the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District, said there was a single occupant in each of the three vehicles involved. The drivers of the box truck and the GMC were transported by ground to an area hospital for treatment of minor injuries.

Vasco Road was closed in both directions for approximately four hours, snarling afternoon rush-hour traffic.

The accident is under investigation by the CHP. Anyone who witnessed this collision, or the events leading up to it, is asked to contact Contra Costa CHP in Martinez at 925-646-4980.

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Tax-time is upon us so I thought I’d give you some real estate tax tips.

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I’m also a little uncomfortable when the cleaning ladies are bustling about, because I don’t want to appear lazy, so I fold laundry, sweep and empty the dishwasher. I don’t want to be caught eating bon-bons on the couch with my feet up as they toil away scrubbing my toilets. That’s just wrong.

After they leave, I get to work replacing all the stuff I removed. I think I actually clean more now that I have cleaning ladies!

A couple of weeks ago, one of my worst fears did come true. Haley contracted the stomach flu. The minute I heard her make a mad dash for the bathroom at 6 a.m., I knew what was happening. I grabbed the rubber gloves, the Lysol, and the paper towels.

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contain the virus to only Haley. It was a rough morning, but soon the worst was over, and she was sleeping. A thick cloud of Lysol hung in the air, and I stood in the hallway with my rubber gloves as my most germaphobic kid, Ryan, emerged from his room. One look at me in my HAZMAT gear sent him reeling.

“Haley has the stomach flu??” he asked, horrified. “Hey, I better not get it! I can’t miss school! She better stay in her room! What bathroom did she use? Did she breathe on my toothbrush?”

He was off the rails with panic. To be honest, I barely saw him for the next two days. He stayed as far away from our house as possible. He lived at the gym, ate out and only returned to the safety of his room at night. Poor Ryan.

The night he finally thought it was safe to re-join the family, Maury came home from work complaining of a stomach ache. He blamed it on an egg salad sandwich he ate at a corner deli in San Jose.

First off all, just the words ‘egg salad’ make me throw up a little in my mouth. I mean, who willingly eats egg salad anyway?

The only thing worse would be buying an egg salad sandwich from a gas station!

Maury looked a little green around the gills. I had to leave to teach my step class, but when I returned, Ryan had his backpack on and was leaving again. “Dad threw up two times,” he said, disgusted. “I’m outta here!”

Maybe it was the egg salad, maybe it was the stomach flu, but I donned the rubber gloves and grabbed the Lysol. I kept thinking it was inevitable that I would get it. After all, the mom is always the one on the front lines when it comes to protecting her family from infectious disease, often sacrificing her own health! God forbid mom does get sick. Odds are, no one will even notice and still ask, “What’s for dinner?”

Don’t ask me how, but Ryan and I escaped the scourge of the stomach flu. I attribute it to my keen disinfecting skills and the fact that we both wash our hands so often they look and feel like sandpaper.

The silver lining is that our brush with the flu has hopefully prepared us for this coronavirus sweeping the globe. We aren’t panicking, yet, but we have stocked up on antibacterial wipes and water, and we stocked the pantry with canned goods.

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Brentwood Library presents gravity-defying circus show The Brentwood Library is running away to the circus Thursday, March 19, at 6:30 p.m. The Circus of Smiles will visit Brentwood for the first time with a madcap performance full of juggling, jumps and general clowning around in the Brentwood Community Center at 35 Oak St. No registration is required for this free event, which is brought to you by the Friends of the Brentwood Library.

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When talking about Ireland and its culture and symbolism, many different images come to mind. Affectionately known as the Emerald Isle, Ireland is perhaps best known for its bright green hue. Irish flags and even harps are symbolic of the nation, but there is perhaps one symbol that most widely represents the country: the shamrock.

A shamrock, by definition, is a young sprig of clover. However, plant experts actually have said that shamrocks are a distinct species of the clover plant, believed to be the white clover.

The word “shamrock” is de- rived from the Irish “seamróg,” which translates as “young clover.” Over the centuries, this diminutive plant has come to symbolize Ireland and many things Irish.

The shamrock also is a popular symbol of St. Patrick’s Day. The shamrock and Irish culture are so intertwined thanks to Ireland’s patron saint, St. Patrick. Legends attest to St. Patrick using the three petals of the shamrock to illustrate the mysteries of the Holy Trinity to the Celtic pagans.

Each leaf represented the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

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Because the Celts were familiar with the shamrock, it became easy to convert their knowledge of the shamrock to the magic of the trinity. The three leaves are also said to stand for faith, hope and love.

The four-leaf clover is a separate entity and a rarity.

That is why the fourth leaf is deemed to be “lucky.” But that lucky clover is not the traditional Irish symbol.

Thanks to their connection with Ireland, shamrocks are often gifted by the Irish Prime Minister, or Taoiseach, to the President of the United States in the White House each St. Patrick’s Day. They are presented in a special Waterford crystal bowl featuring shamrocks in the design. This practice started in 1952.

Shamrocks also can be seen on Irish clothing designs, the Erin go Bragh flag and the uniforms of several Irish sports teams. Of course, they are always seen during St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.

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Mike Ambrosino

Feb. 4, 1926 – Feb. 25, 2020 Beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Mike Ambrosino passed away at home with his family by his side on Feb. 25 at the age of 94.

Mike is predeceased by his father, Francisco Ambrosino, and his mother, Maria Ambrosino, of Monti de Procida, suburb of Naples, Italy.

Mike was born in Brooklyn, New York, on Feb. 4, 1926. Mike’s parents migrated from Italy, arriving at Ellis Island, New York. When he was 3 years old, his family moved to the West Coast, first settling in Pittsburg, California. At around 7 years old, the family moved to the family farm they had purchased in Oakley. He attended the O’Hara School and was part of the first graduating class from Oakley Grammar School. He graduated from Liberty Union High School in 1943. He grew up farming on his family farm of almonds, walnuts and grapes. After graduating from high school, he continued farming. He married the love of his life, Lucille Marshall, on Nov. 21, 1953, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Stockton, California.

He was drafted into the Army (Korean War) on Jan. 25, 1955, and was stationed at Fort Stewart in Georgia, then Fort Knox in Kentucky. He repaired tanks, Jeeps and numerous other Army vehicles. When he came back from his time in the Army, he returned to farming and raising his family.

After farming, Mike sold real estate.

Mike’s interest included camping, fishing, hunting, cooking, polka dancing and

gardening. He shared that love with his children and grandchildren. He also loved flying his airplane. Mike spent numerous hours volunteering for the Antioch Lions Club, so he could help his community.

He received the highest honor, the Melvin Jones Award for Dedication and Humanitarian Services for Lions Club International. He loved helping at the annual event, Special Kids Fishing Derby. Mike was also a past president of the East Contra Costa Historical Society.

Mike loved taking his family camping at Beaver Creek and teaching his kids how to fish for trout. His children would get up early, catch their limit, clean them and he would fry the trout for breakfast. He had a sense of humor, serving the family a breakfast of green eggs and blue pancakes! Or letting you taste his prized, tasty Italian olives. The other place he loved spending time was Bodega Bay with wonderful friends Emil and Ann Valena.

Mike is survived by his loving wife Lucille of 66 years.

Mike is lovingly remembered by sons, Rich (Kim) and Joe (Dail) Ambrosino; daughters, Diana Kirkham (Bob) and Patty Ginochio (Paul); his nine grandchildren, Shane, Vince, Angelo, Anthony, Jami, Shannon, Sean, Justin and Alicia; and his great-grandchildren, Ethan, Zachery, Ashlynn, Jesse, Owen, Natalie and Bodie.

A private celebration of life will be held in his honor.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Lion’s Center for the Visually Blind at https://lcvi.org/giving or sent via mail to: 175 Alvarado Ave., Pittsburg, CA 94565

Joseph Anthony De Vera Sr.

May 2, 1936 – March 1, 2020 Beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Joseph Anthony De Vera Sr. passed away on March 1 at the age of 83 in Oakley, California.

Joe is predeceased by his father Moises, his mother, Concepcion; brothers, Matt, Merse and Jessie; and sisters, Carmen Rangel, Mary Resendez and Ruth Tovar. Joe is survived by his loving wife Betty of 62 years; his children, Joseph Jr. (Kim) and Debbie Oseguera (Rich); his grandchildren, Jorge, Jordan, Jarryk, DeAnza, Anthony and David; his great-grandchildren,

Jorge, Malayaa, Isaiah, Logan and Lucas; and his sister, Josie Resendez.

Joe was born in Martinez, California, on May 2, 1936. His family moved to Oakley when he was young, where he attended Oakley Grammar School and was the part of Liberty High School class of 1954. He worked for Western, Hickmont and Tillie Lewis canneries, Merit Ends and Wal-Mart. Joe loved spending time with his grandchildren. He was a devoted fan of the 49ers, Giants, Elvis, Frankie Laine and old cars. He also loved to sing and often imitated Elvis and Frankie Laine. He touched so many hearts by his infectious smile and outgoing personality. He loved reminiscing about the good old days.

Services will be held at Golden Hills Community Church on March 12.

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Learning the ins and outs of sciatica There are many things that I have considered a ‘pain in the butt.’

The casual use of this term is certainly not referring to sciatica, which is an actual physical ailment that causes discomfort affecting many people, especially seniors.

Sciatica refers to Senior back pain caused by orner a problem with the sciatic nerve. A large nerve that runs from the lower back down the back of each leg can become inflamed by pressure or injury, and, believe me, it truly qualifies as the king Marla pain in the butt!

Luckhardt When something injures or puts pressure on the sciatic nerve, it can cause pain in the lower back that spreads to the hip, buttocks and leg.

As someone with chronic back pain, this newest delight I seem to have developed causes havoc in the lower portion of the body from the back on down. Anybody have a pillow I can sit on?

The causes of sciatica vary a bit from case to case, but a lot is age-related changes in the spine, herniated disks and bone spurs.

When the sciatic nerve becomes irritated or inflamed due to a herniated disc, the pain is generally worse when seated, so avoid any heavy lifting and try to change positions when seated as much as you can physically.

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To diagnose the cause of your sciatica, you may need to have some imaging tests.

When sciatica strikes, there will be higherthan-normal levels of inflammation around the sciatic nerve. It makes sense to adjust your diet accordingly to reduce those levels in your body by cutting back on saturated fats, which are known to increase inflammation. If you are having pain, avoid red meat, high-fat dairy products and any processed or fried food. Add dark berries and other fresh fruits and vegetables that are high in antioxidants and antiinflammatories.

Yoga and other stretches are suggested by some, but certain sciatica stretches not only don’t work, they also can be quite harmful. Always talk to your doctor before changing any of your normal routines, and get all the information you can. What is good for some may not be the best laid plans for all.

In severe cases, your doctor may recommend steroid injections as sciatica pain treatment. The steroids are injected directly into the epidural space in your spine. This reduces inflammation around your sciatic nerve and lessens the pressure, relieving pain. So far, I have decided to pass on this.

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“ The causes of sciatica vary a bit from case to case, but a lot is agerelated changes in the spine, herniated disks and bone spurs.

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spine, which can lead to sciatica. Sitting for too long can cause the lower spine to compress and aggravate the sciatic nerve even more. Move around if possible, or if unable, use a supportive and comfortable seat cushion.

Hip pain is associated with lower-back issues, and sciatica can cause a burning or tingling sensation in the legs in more severe cases. You may experience a shooting pain that makes it difficult to stand up, and certain positions and movements can worsen the pain.

Although this is not deadly and sometimes it goes away on its own, sciatica is extremely uncomfortable and can hinder certain activities. As much as I am not a huge fan of exercise, I find walking for half an hour at least five times a week helps me quite a bit. The fresh air at this beautiful time of the year is quite conducive for walking, and I meet a lot of lovely people in my community who are doing the same.

Unfortunately, some sciatica sufferers have chronic symptoms that just come and go at different levels of pain.

I am not a huge fan of painkillers myself, but ibuprofen, which is an antiinflammatory, is suggested by some. The use of 1500 mg CBD topical cream helps me quite a bit but needs to be applied every four hours or so to remain effective.

Hot or cold compression packs reduce pain, so I dug out the old electric heating pad and had Grandpa plug it in to one of the few outlets he has not commandeered for his toys. I use it for 20 minutes and then take a break. It really works for me. Some doctors suggest using both heat and cold, alternating them every 20 minutes for relief.

Microwavable heat and refrigerated cold packs are available to purchase in most drug stores and online.

For sleeping, experts suggest you lie flat on your back, keep your heels and buttocks in contact with the bed and bend your knees slightly toward the ceiling. Slide a pillow between your bed and your knees for support and see if that helps.

Aches and pains are part of the natural aging process for most, but keeping positive thoughts and trying different remedies can help. Your doctor should be in the loop to determine the best course of action for you.

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K9 from page 5 owners, some showing signs of stress and neglect, including weight loss and open wounds. Dogs that were allegedly owned by residents or former residents of the Lone Tree Way address ended up in an animal shelter, and according to a February 2019 interview with APD Detective Ryan Geis, six of those dogs were euthanized after they went unclaimed.

The defense argued that Reynolds moved out of the house days after Gunnar’s death and was not aware that conditions there deteriorated rapidly. The prosecution argued Reynolds abandoned Ashby, leaving him with more than a dozen dogs to care for and train on his own, a responsibility that overwhelmed Ashby and led to the degraded conditions.

“We were disappointed in the verdict in that we felt the facts that were not disputed were that Mr. Reynolds did not know about the conditions at 5200 Lone Tree Way,” said Matthew Fregi, Reynolds’ defense attorney. “He did not know those dogs were being neglected. Had he known, he would have done something.

Had he known, there would have been consequences. That was the evidence. The law in California, as far as employer/employee liability, is that an employer is not

of the local rules with all changed language highlighted can be found at www. cc-courts.org/local-rules/local-rules.aspx.

Hard copies of the proposed rules are available upon request. Comments must be submitted in writing no later than April 9, at 5 p.m., to mediainfo@contracosta.courts.ca.gov or Public Information Officer, Contra Costa Superior Court, 725 Court St., Martinez, California, 94553. criminally liable for the criminal acts of an employee unless he knowingly encourages, aids or advises them to engage in that activity. Our entire defense was predicated on the fact that he had no guilty knowledge, and that had he had knowledge, he would have done something.”

This week, Fregi prepared a motion to dismiss Reynolds’ convictions because Scanlon did not allow the jury to hear limitations of employer culpability for the actions of employees based on established California criminal law. If the judge accepts Fregi’s argument, the state will have to decide if it will mount a second trial for the four counts that resulted in guilty verdicts. As of press time, the date for a ruling on this motion was not available.

Reynolds remains free on a $160,000 bond until his May sentencing. He is prohibited from boarding and training dogs as a condition of his bond.

“I feel good about (the verdict), because I think he’s still going to be held responsible for what he was doing, which is the main thing,” Singh said. “I’m a little disappointed, because I thought he was guilty of all seven (counts), but I accept the jury’s decision.”

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Measuring history

Editor: As “Hamilton” the musical once said, “History has its eyes on you.”

What happens when a whole group is marginalized to think history does not care about them?

When teaching history, women are often acknowledged, but only as an add-on and are left as noncontributors to historical values. The Smithsonian Magazine found that of 737 historical figures mentioned by name in American historical curriculum, only 178 were women, and two of those were fictional characters. Women have played an active role in history but are not often discussed.

History class teaches about individual men and male groups that have been influential in society, as well as in major events, but students are in the dark when it comes to women who have been just as, if not more, influential.

Some may say that teaching a new curriculum with more information will hinder students’ ability to learn.

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female historical figures allows for the gaps of history to be filled in, and teaches young girls that they can have just as big of an impact on history as boys can. Teaching these various roles women have played, from mother to worker and from activist to soldier, young girls can also realize that they can be anything they set their minds to.

The extensive roles women have played are hardly acknowledged in history. The American education system can change the way they teach in order to expand one’s historical lens.

Kaity Walters Brentwood

Let’s get the facts straight

Editor: I am so sick of ignorant people calling our president a racist. Because he donates his entire salary to our country, he’s been compared to Hitler (because Hitler supposedly didn’t take a salary). No, Hitler just took countries!

Let’s remember it was the white man who put an end to slavery! First in the United Kingdom (1833), then France, then the United States. It was the south that loved its slavery — the Democratic

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south. The northern states ended it by 1804. (Yes, Abraham Lincoln was a Republican. He issued the Emancipation Proclamation to end slavery in 1863.)

CNN reported in 2019 in Ghana alone, there are 20,000 slaves. In Africa, there are 700,000 slaves by other Africans. The empires who enslaved browns and blacks: Persia, Egypt, Chinese Qing and Ming, Mongol Empires, Muslim Caliphates, Ottoman and Japanese empires. Why do a million immigrants come to the United States annually, primarily brown and black? Because the United States is where “all men are created equal, with certain unalienable rights” to quote the Declaration of Independence, in the late 1700s. It seems ok for Democrat Schumer to threaten our Supreme Court justices, for Democratic councilwoman Candi CdeBaca from Denver to ask people with coronavirus to attend every MAGA rally, but Trump is mean? Hilary Clinton takes the 5th Amendment or “can’t recall” anything, while she deletes her emails and destroys her hard drive, and Obama allowed this under his administration … while IRS director Lois Lerner targeted Christians and Joe

Biden threatened to withhold a billion dollars worth of aid to Ukraine, but it is Trump who is “unlawful”? I am not ignorant, one of the “deplorables.” I was educated at UC Berkeley and have a master’s degree, but I am tired of the news media falsely slandering Republicans. It was Eisenhower, a Republican, who said, “There should be no second-class citizens in the U.S.” It was Democrat George Wallace who refused to desegregate. Let’s get the facts straight.

Laura Aronson Brentwood

Local heroes

Editor: Showing recognition to the men who saved a woman and her dog tonight (Friday, March 6). During a little league practice, these dads ran to the burning house, jumped the fence and pulled one woman and her dog out of a window after removing the air conditioning unit.

They did as much as they could to help before fire crews arrived, and fortunately were not injured. Prayers for the victim who did not survive this awful tragedy.

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In recent years, Heritage High School’s baseball team has established itself as not only the team to beat in the Bay Valley Athletic League, but one of the best in the entire North Coast Section (NCS).

Whether that will hold true again this year remains to be seen, but through the early weeks of the season, it appears to be the case again.

Kevin Brannan – now in his 11th year guiding the program – noted how much the team has accomplished in terms of deep postseason runs and Major League Baseball players like Paul Blackburn. At this point of the year, he doesn’t put this year’s group behind any of the prior Heritage teams.

“I won’t place any one team or class above another, but I can say that there isn’t a team or class that is better than this one,” Brannan said. “This might be the most baseball savvy and mature team we’ve had as well. I think between our deep runs in the playoffs and their high level experiences over the summer they’re just all very comfortable. It trickles down to the new guys. They see the swagger, the maturity, the work ethic and it’s contagious. That said, as special as this team can be the groundwork for that was laid out by the teams before them.”

The Patriots have won back-to-back league titles. In each of the last four years, they’ve reached the NCS semifinals or better. This includes last season, when they reached the finals

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Heritage junior pitcher Christian Machado is slated to be one of the Patriots best players this season. but lost to De La Salle. A number of players from those teams are on the diamond at Heritage this year.

Four seniors – shortstop and pitcher Ryan Jackson, outfielder and pitcher Keith Jones, infielder Chaz Myers and

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pitcher Chase Goddard have already committed to play in college, going to the University of Nevada Reno, Washington State, University of Pacific and Westmont – Santa Barbara, respectively. Another college commit is junior outfielder Gavin Tonkel, who’s headed to Sacramento State after his 2021 graduation.

Other key players include seniors Ryan Troye and Casey Turtucci, juniors Brandon Marion, Cristian Machado and Brennan Rocha as well as sophomore JoJo Roman.

“This team has six players who were either full time or spot starters as sophomores (Jackson, Myers, Jones, Tonkel, Machado and now Roman) and two more in Turturici and Troye who took a spot right away as juniors and have never looked back,” Brannan said.

The schedule the Patriots face will be daunting. In April, they’ll play in Sacramento’s Boras Classic, one of the top high school tournaments in the country. They’ve also mixed in quality NCS opponents (College Park, Foothill) as well as powers from other sections (Burlingame, Vacaville, Tracy).

Additionally, the BVAL schedule will be different than in past years. Previously, teams played a round-robin format, where they played their five opponents once then generally played them again in the same order at whatever school was on the road through the first time. That format allowed opponents to set up favorable matchups in the pitching rotation and lineup. This year’s schedule won’t allow for that, as BVAL see Baseball page 18

A Bristow first

by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

The Heritage High School dance program is flourishing on and off the stage this season.

The program, featuring 26 members divided into junior varsity and varsity squads, has grown from as few as six members in 2013 and is quickly making an impact at the school and in the community.

The squads are routinely seen at on-campus functions and community events, and they have placed in all of their regional competitions this season. Now they’re gearing up for their first appearance at the challenging West Coast Elite Nationals in Southern California at the end of March.

“We have a huge program this season, which is awesome,” said Heritage head coach Miranda Hughes, who noted that the program features both a life-skills student and a male member this year — both firsts.

The unit’s success is driven by its passion for the sport and its dedication to improvement.

The squads comprise members who succeed in yearly tryouts, and they can be seen multiple times each week inside the school’s cafeteria, running through their dances in preparation for upcoming performances and competitions.

The work is challenging and fun, with individual members drawing on their own internal forces that power their drive to commit the required time and effort for success.

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The Heritage High School dance program is flourishing this season, with both junior varsity and varsity teams placing at all regional competitions.

For some, it’s a desire to dance in college; others use it as stress relief; and still others enjoy the activity or join for other reasons.

These individual motivations are complemented by Hughes and a number of assistants who enable improvement through coaching and encouragement.

Hughes, a 2014 Heritage High School graduate and Brentwood studio owner, is in her fourth year leading the flourishing squad, see Dance page 19

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he Bristow boys’ basketball eighth-grade team recently finished its season undefeated (15-0) for the first time in school history.

With coach John O’Donnell leading the team, the boys played with a fierce competitiveness, tenacity and an undeniable synergy, team officials said. Power Forward Mason Weber scored an all- time high of 31 points in one game. The squad created an unbreakable bond on and off the court, partly because most of the boys have been playing together since sixth grade. Pictured, from left to right are: Zachary Brown, Cole Emery, Telique Carter, Joey Doyle, Brooks Davis, Mason Weber, Devin Jones, Trent Cacciola, Logan Tastard , Adam Simmons, Coach John O’Donnell, Tatum Laxa Tanaka and Makai Andrade Diouf.

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Name: Tia Barrett School: Freedom High School Year: Senior Sport: Competitive STUNT Cheer Coach: Sandra Torres About: Tia Barrett began tumbling at the age of 4. After 13 years spent working on her form and technique, Tia is a world-class tumbler and a leader on Freedom High School’s competitive STUNT cheer team.

A utility team member who can function in multiple base roles, Tia’s skill has enabled her to travel to competitions all over the country.

“I was on a worlds-level team, so I got to meet people from all over the world and around the country, which was really great,” Tia said of her experience. “It also felt really good to inspire younger girls.”

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would be the University of Oregon, because of going through the recruiting process,” she said.

Tia plans to major in biochemistry, then pursue a doctorate in pharmaceuticals. She hopes to follow in her mother and older sister’s footsteps by working the medical field. Her interests lay specifically in the research and development of medicine.

Coach’s Quote: “Tia is an outstanding athlete with true leadership abilities,” Torres said. “As we begin our STUNT season, she has taken on a big role in all of the advanced routines and as a lead tumbler. Her positive energy is a huge asset this year.”

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The dynamic team went undefeated for the 2019-2020 season.

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The Patriots will open the league slate against at home against Deer Valley on Tuesday, March 31. The two teams will meet again two days later with the Wolverines hosting. The BVAL schedule will continue when the Heritage takes Pittsburg on the

road on Tuesday, April 21, and home two days later. That cycle will continue the following weeks against Liberty, Freedom and Antioch with the Patriots hosting the first game and the opponent hosting the second each week.

Regardless of the challenging schedule, with a deep group of returning players, the

possibilities of what this team can accomplish are definitely high. Still, Brannan noted that the team doesn’t have any set goals. Instead, he noted that the team’s internal goal is “to have a good practice every day.” From there, the rest can take care of itself.

“We don’t practice to win BVAL titles or NCS games,” said Brannan. “Half the

time, our kids don’t even know who is next on the schedule. We just want to get ready every day. A BVAL title and a run in the playoffs is a goal every year, but we have had zero conversations about it. We want our kids to be prepared, do their jobs in the classroom, and be good kids in the community. If we hit some milestones along the way, great!”

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A Heritage first Photo courtesy of Miranda Hughes

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which included just six members in 2013, eight members in 2014 and 12 members in 2016.

Her coaching formula appears to be fueling growth and success, as the individual members routinely transform into an entertaining and talented performing corps.

“We have a really special bond together,” said member Brinly Jones. “The years I have been on the team I have seen it get stronger and stronger.”

As the Patriots shine, Hughes and her assistants are quick to relish the success of the program; but the leaders never lose sight of the need for continued development in dance and beyond.

Hughes is quick to implement the techniques of a college team; the squads attend yearly camps; and both units will soon head to Southern California to compete for the first time with other highly regarded West Coast teams in the West Coast Elite Nationals.

“It will be a learning experience for everyone,” said Hughes of the event. “If you just stay in your comfort zone, you are never anything more than just that. You have to break out of that and be comfortable being uncomfortable with things.”

As the teams continue to develop, the individual members say they cherish every moment of the experience. “(Dance) is an escape, literally a release, a place you can get out of your own head and not focus on anything else but what your coach tells you,” said team member Emily Bustillos.

Hughes said she hopes to continue growing the program.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 2019-04795 A.P.N.: 032400-011 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. [PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR.] YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/20/2019. 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 TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2424h(b), (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States), 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: RAJWANT K. PAN-

ESAR, A SINGLE WOMAN Duly Appointed Trustee: Entra Default Solutions, LLC 1355 Willow Way, Suite 115, Concord, California 94520 Phone: (925) 272-4993 Deed of Trust Recorded 4/5/2019 as Instrument No. 2019-0047437 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 3/20/2020 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $439,714.11 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 536 LAKE PARK CT OAKLEY, CA 94561 to be sold: A.P.N.: 032-400-011 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. We are attempting to collect a debt and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the

county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-730-2727 or visit this Internet Web site www.servicelinkASAP.com, using the file number assigned to this case 2019-04795. 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.

Date: 2/19/2020 Entra Default Solutions, LLC Katie Milnes, Vice President A-4719299 02/28/2020, 03/06/2020, 03/13/2020 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 81953 Publish Dates: February 28, March 6, 13, 2020.

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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: $210,167.89 The purported property address is: 1420 ASHWOOD DRIVE, OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 035-425-038 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-19-871167-SH. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only.

Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-19-871167-SH IDSPub #0160487 2/28/2020 3/6/2020 3/13/2020 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 81816 February 28, March 6, 13, 2020.

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Zoning Administrator of the City of Brentwood will, at 3:00 p.m. on March 24, 2020, hold an administrative hearing to consider the following: An application for a tentative parcel map waiver (MS 351-20) to allow the subdivision for commercial condominium purposes on a 1.02 acre site located at the northwest corner of Kirkman Road and Walnut Boulevard (APN 010-550-070). The project is statutorily exempt from CEQA review per CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(k) as it consists of a commercial building where no physical changes would occur.

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Further information may be obtained from Associate Planner, Crystal De Castro, at (925) 516-5127 or cdecastro@brentwoodca.gov in the Community Development Department of the City of Brentwood, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California 94513.

Before any court challenge of Zoning Administrator decisions, you are required to appeal the decision to the Planning Commission no later than ten (10) days following the decision, as provided in the City’s Municipal Code. In addition, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the administrative hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Zoning Administrator at, or prior to, the administrative hearing. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 82105 March 13, 2020.

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NOTICE INVITING BIDS 1. Bid Submission. The City of Brentwood (“City”) will accept sealed bids for its Citywide Non-Potable Water Distribution System, CIP Project No. 592-59202 (“Project”), by or before Tuesday, April 14, 2020, at 2:00 p.m., at its City Clerk’s office, located at Brentwood City Hall, Third Floor, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California, 94513. The bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in at Brentwood City Hall, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA 94513.

2. Project Information.

2.1 Location and Description. The Project is located at 230 Fairview Avenue; along Sand Creek Road; along Fairview Avenue, and is described as follows: Installation of new 16inch and 12-inch main non-potable water (“NPW”) pipeline via slip-lining an abandoned 22-inch PG&E gas line; installation of new 18-inch and 16-inch NPW main lines via open trenching; connection to and utilization of existing 16-inch ECCID line; construction of new non-potable water booster pump station and controls building; and connections to existing irrigation system.

2.2 Time for Completion. The Project must be completed within 280 working days from the start date set forth in the Notice to Proceed.

City anticipates that the Work will begin on or about 06/16/20, but the anticipated start date is provided solely for convenience and is neither certain nor binding.

2.3 Estimated Cost. The estimated construction cost is $6,200,000.

3. License and Registration Requirements.

3. License. This Project requires a valid California contractor’s license for the following classification(s): Class “A” or combination of Class“C”Specialty Contractor’s License(s).

3.2 DIR Registration. City may not accept a Bid Proposal from or enter into the Contract with a bidder, without proof that the bidder is registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”) to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code § 1725.5, subject to limited legal exceptions.

4. Contract Documents. Bidders must request and obtain an electronic copy of the Contract Documents directly from the City of Brentwood (at no charge) by completing and submitting the “Document Request Form” located on the City’s website at https://www. brentwoodca.gov/gov/pw/cip/pw_projects_out_to_bid.asp. The City may reject a bid submitted by a bidder that did not obtain the Contract Documents from the City as required.

5. Bid Security. The Bid Proposal must be accompanied by bid security of ten percent of the maximum bid amount, in the form of a cashier’s or certified check made payable to the City of Brentwood, or a bid bond executed by a surety licensed to do business in the State of California on the Bid Bond form included with the Contract Documents. The bid security must guarantee that within ten days after City issues the Notice of Award, the successful bidder will execute the Contract and submit the payment and performance bonds, insurance certificates and endorsements, and any other submittals required by the Contract Documents and as specified in the Notice of Award.\emspace 6. Prevailing Wage Requirements.

6.1 General. Pursuant to California Labor Code § 1720 et seq., this Project is subject to the prevailing wage requirements applicable to the locality in which the Work is to be performed for each craft, classification or type of worker needed to perform the Work, including employer payments for health and welfare, pension, vacation, apprenticeship and similar purposes.

6.2 Rates. These prevailing rates are on file with the City and are available online at http:// www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR. Each Contractor and Subcontractor must pay no less than the specified rates to all workers employed to work on the Project. The schedule of per diem wages is based upon a working day of eight hours. The rate for holiday and overtime work must be at least time and one-half.

6.3 Compliance. The Contract will be subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the DIR, under Labor Code § 1771.4.

7. Performance and Payment Bonds. The successful bidder will be required to provide performance and payment bonds, each for 100% of the Contract Price, as further specified in the Contract Documents.

8. Substitution of Securities. Substitution of appropriate securities in lieu of retention amounts from progress payments is permitted under Public Contract Code § 22300.

9. Subcontractor List. Each Subcontractor must be registered with the DIR to perform work on public projects. Each bidder must submit a completed Subcontractor List form with its Bid Proposal, including the name, location of the place of business, California contractor license number, DIR registration number, and percentage of the Work to be performed (based on the base bid price) for each Subcontractor that will perform Work or service or fabricate or install Work for the prime contractor in excess of one-half of 1% of the bid price, using the Subcontractor List form included with the Contract Documents.

10. Bidders’ Conference. A bidders’ conference will be held on March 18, 2020 at 10:00 a.m., at the following location: City Hall 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA - 2nd Floor Terrace View Conference Room to acquaint all prospective bidders with the Contract Documents and theWorksite.The bidders’conference is mandatory. A bidder who fails to attend a mandatory bidders’ conference may be disqualified from bidding.

11. Specific Brands. Pursuant to referenced provision(s) of Public Contract Code § 3400(c), City has found that the following specific brands are required for the following particular material(s), product(s), thing(s), or service(s), and no substitutions will be considered or accepted: Item: Fusible PVC Pipe Required brand: Underground Solutions, Inc. Reference: Spec Section 15065 12. Instructions to Bidders. All bidders should carefully review the Instructions to Bidders for more detailed information before submitting a Bid Proposal.

City of Brentwood /s/ Margaret Wimberly MMC, City Clerk; Dated: March 2, 2020 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81998 Publish Dates: March 6, 13, 2020.

7. Performance and Payment Bonds. The successful bidder will be required to provide performance and payment bonds, each for 100% of the Contract Price, as further specified in the Contract Documents.

8. Substitution of Securities. Substitution of appropriate securities in lieu of retention amounts from progress payments is permitted under Public Contract Code § 22300.

9. Subcontractor List. Each Subcontractor must be registered with the DIR to perform work on public projects. Each bidder must submit a completed Subcontractor List form with its Bid Proposal, including the name, location of the place of business, California contractor license number, DIR registration number, and percentage of the Work to be performed (based on the base bid price) for each Subcontractor that will perform Work or service or fabricate or install Work for the prime contractor in excess of one-half of 1% of the bid price, using the Subcontractor List form included with the Contract Documents.

10. Bidders’ Conference. A bidders’ conference will be held on March 24, 2020 at 9:30 a.m. at the following location: 9100 Brentwood Boulevard, Brentwood, CA 94513 to acquaint all prospective bidders with the Contract Documents and the Worksite. The bidders’ conference is mandatory. A bidder who fails to attend a mandatory bidders’ conference may be disqualified from bidding.

11. Security Clearance. Only the successful Contractor will be expected to fill out additional paperwork, as shown in Appendix A, required by the Brentwood Police Department for security clearance of all employees working on this project.

12. Instructions to Bidders. All bidders should carefully review the Instructions to Bidders for more detailed information before submitting a Bid Proposal. City of Brentwood /s/ Margaret Wimberly MMC, City Clerk; Dated: March 6, 2020 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 82085 Publish Dates: March 13, 20, 2020.

sues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Brentwood City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.

Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 82089 Publish Dates: March 13, 2020.

b. AKA Tashelia Marie Moffett to Proposed Name: Kari Maserati Rodriguez. 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: 04/20/20 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 30 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: 02/19/2020 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81964 Publish Dates: February 28, March 6, 13, 20, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000603The name of the business(es): AUTOS FOR AUCTION INC. Located at: 2691 E LELAND RD In: PITTSBURG, CA 94565, is hereby registered by the following owner: AUTOS FOR AUCTION INC. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2/1996. Signature of registrant: Marty Marzocco / President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 29, 2020 by Deputy C Gacia Expires 1/29/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81898 Publish dates: February 21, 28, March 6, 13, 2020.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Brentwood will, at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the normal course of business permits on March 24, 2020, hold a public hearing to consider the following: An application for a rezone (RZ 20-003) to amend Chapter 17.725 (Affordable Housing) of the Brentwood Municipal Code (the “Ordinance”) in accordance with direction provided by the City Council on September 10, 2019, including, but not limited to, the following: 1) Requiring new residential rental development to comply with the City’s Affordable Housing Ordinance (BMC Ch. 17.725), as permitted by AB 1505 (2017), which restored the authority of cities to require the inclusion of affordable housing in new rental housing developments.

2) Applying the requirements of the Ordinance to subdivisions of 5 or more dwelling units/lots.

3) Including the Moderate income requirement pertaining to ownership housing.

4) Increasing the overall obligation of the Ordinance to 10% by 2021; by adding 4% to the current 2% obligation (thereby changing the obligation to 6% in 2020), and adding an additional 4% in 2021, for total affordable housing obligation of 10%.

5) Changing applicability to include both rental and ownership housing.

6) Changing the in-lieu fee methodology to the market rate median 12 month sales and basing it on a 3 bedroom, 2 bath model.

7) Keeping the alternatives that are currently in place.

The Ordinance is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§21000, et seq., and the Guidelines for CEQA, 14 CCR §§15000, et seq.) because it has no potential to result in either a direct physical change in the environment or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment, per 14 CCR §15061(b)(3). Further, the Ordinance is also exempt because it does not apply to any particular housing project at this time and it is thus speculative to evaluate any such future project in the context of consideration of this Ordinance.

Applicant: City of Brentwood The Planning Commission held a public hearing to consider the application on March 3, 2020, and recommended that it be approved by the City Council.

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

Further information may be obtained from Senior Analyst Sylvia Elias (925) 516-5405 or selias@brentwoodca.gov in the Community Development Department of the City of Brentwood, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California 94513.

In any court challenge of City Council decisions, you may be limited to raising only those is-

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001216 The name of the business(es): Signified Law Located at: 5179 Lone Tree Way, Ste 531 In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Melanie Rae Tardell. 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: Melanie Tardell. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 25, 2020 by Deputy C. Dias Expires February 25, 2025 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 82012 Publish dates: March 6, 13, 20, 27, 2020.

brances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor (s): Yulonda A Davis, a single individual and Margaret P Davis, a single individual as joint tenants Recorded: 12/19/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0484555-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 4/6/2020 at 1:30PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $392, 565.82 The purported property address is: 413 E 14TH ST, ANTIOCH, CA 94509-2436 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 065-211-006-5 Legal Description: Please be advised that the legal description set forth on the Deed of Trust is in error. The legal description of the property secured by the Deed of Trust is more properly set forth and made part of Exhibit“A”as attached hereto. Lot 6, Map of Tract No. 2404, filed February 29, 1956, Map Book 62, Pages 39-40, Contra Costa County Records. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-18-830496-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: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-18-830496-BF IDSPub #0161287 3/13/2020 3/20/2020 3/27/2020 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 82081 Publish Dates: March 13, 20, 27, 2020.

NOTICE INVITING BIDS 1. Bid Submission. The City of Brentwood (“City”) will accept sealed bids for its Police Station Interior Painting (“Project”), by or before Tuesday, April 7, 2020, at 11:00 a.m., at its City Clerk’s office, located at Brentwood City Hall, Third Floor, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California, 94513. The bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in at Brentwood City Hall, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA 94513.

2. Project Information.

2.1 Location and Description. The Project is located at 9100 Brentwood Boulevard, Brentwood California, and is described as follows: Interior painting of Brentwood’s Police Station per the project plans. Work includes, but is not limited to, preparation and painting of walls, ceilings, painted doors and doorframes. Also included is preparation and staining of wooden chair rail and some wooden doors.

2.2 Time for Completion. The Project must be completed within 45 working days from the start date set forth in the Notice to Proceed. City anticipates that theWork will begin on or about June 1, 2020, but the anticipated start date is provided solely for convenience and is neither certain nor binding.

2.3 Estimated Cost. The estimated construction cost is $150,000.

3. License and Registration Requirements.

3.1 License. This Project requires a valid California contractor’s license for the following classification(s): Class “A” or C-33 Painting and Decorating Contractor.

3.2 DIR Registration. City may not accept a Bid Proposal from or enter into the Contract with a bidder, without proof that the bidder is registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”) to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code § 1725.5, subject to limited legal exceptions.

4. Contract Documents. Bidders must request and obtain an electronic copy of the Contract Documents directly from the City of Brentwood (at no charge) by completing and submitting the “Document Request Form” located on the City’s website at https://www. brentwoodca.gov/gov/pw/cip/pw_projects_out_to_bid.asp. The City may reject a bid submitted by a bidder that did not obtain the Contract Documents from the City as required.

5. Bid Security. The Bid Proposal must be accompanied by bid security of ten percent of the maximum bid amount, in the form of a cashier’s or certified check made payable to the City of Brentwood, or a bid bond executed by a surety licensed to do business in the State of California on the Bid Bond form included with the Contract Documents. The bid security must guarantee that within ten days after City issues the Notice of Award, the successful bidder will execute the Contract and submit the payment and performance bonds, insurance certificates and endorsements, and any other submittals required by the Contract Documents and as specified in the Notice of Award.

6. Prevailing Wage Requirements.

6.1 General. Pursuant to California Labor Code § 1720 et seq., this Project is subject to the prevailing wage requirements applicable to the locality in which the Work is to be performed for each craft, classification or type of worker needed to perform the Work, including employer payments for health and welfare, pension, vacation, apprenticeship and similar purposes.

6.2 Rates. These prevailing rates are on file with the City and are available online at http:// www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR. Each Contractor and Subcontractor must pay no less than the specified rates to all workers employed to work on the Project. The schedule of per diem wages is based upon a working day of eight hours. The rate for holiday and overtime work must be at least time and one-half.

6.3 Compliance. The Contract will be subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the DIR, under Labor Code § 1771.4.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-00001027 The name of the business(es): 1. Americann Trophies 2.

American Trophies Awards & Promotions 3. M/J Enterprises 4. American Trophies Awards & Engraving Located at: 516 West Third Street In: Antioch, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Jared H. Copeland 2. Michele R. Copeand. This business is conducted by: Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1974. Signature of registrant: Michele Copeland & Jared H. Copeland. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 18, 2020 by Deputy C. Pittmen Expires February 18, 2025 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 81962 Publish dates: February 28, March 6, 13, 20, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000759 The name of the business(es): Prestige Professional Cleaning Solutions Located at: 3722 Heron Way In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Tanya Owens. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2-4-20. Signature of registrant: Tanya Owens.This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 04, 2020 by Deputy C. Pittman Expires February 4, 2025 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 81853 Publish dates: February 21, 28, March 6, 13, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001448 The name of the business(es): House of Opportunities Located at: 5586 Leitrim Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1.Stephanie Smith 2.Donald Smith This business is conducted by: Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Stephanie Smith. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 5, 2020 by Deputy L. Fallas Expires March 5, 2025 Antioch Press No. 061617 82072 Publish dates: March 13, 20, 27, April 3, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001449 The name of the business(es): Fresh Edge Located at: 1105 E. Street In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Alvaro Martinez 2. Tamara Martinez This business is conducted by: Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Tamara Martinez.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 5, 2020 by Deputy H. Franklin Expires March 5, 2025 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 82068 Publish dates: March 13, 20, 27, April 3, 2020.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-18-830496-BF Order No.: 7301804673-70 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/7/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encum-

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Tasheila Maria Moffett SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Tasheila Moffett CASE NUMBER: N20-0346 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Tasheila Marie Moffett filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Tasheila Marie Moffett

ADVERTISEMENT OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code.The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on or after March 20, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. using an online auction at www.storagetreasures. com where said property has been stored and which are located at Town Centre Self Storage , 345 Town Centre Terrace Brentwood, CA 94513 Property to be sold as follows: misc. household goods, misc. car parts, personal items, furniture, clothing, toys, and or business fixtures belonging to the following: Tenant Name Unit No. Jose Martinez D813 Brian Newberry D812 Nicobye Downing D856 Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81980 Publish Dates: March 6, 13, 2020.

ADVERTISEMENT OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code.The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on or after March 20th, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. using an online auction at www.storagetreasures. com where said property has been stored and which are located at Diablo Mini Storage, 8265 Brentwood Blvd. Brentwood, CA 94513 Property to be sold as follows: misc. household goods, misc. car parts, personal items, furniture, clothing, toys, and or business fixtures belonging to the following: Tenant Name Unit No. Stephen Bogan/James Curtis RR51 Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81978 Publish Dates: March 6, 13, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000605 The name of the business: PRIMESTAR LEASING Located at: 2691 E LELAND RD In: PITTSBURG, CA 94565, is hereby registered by the following owner: AUTOS FOR AUCTION INC. This business is conducted by: A CORPORATION. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2/1996. Signature of registrant: Marty Morzocco / President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 29, 2020 by Deputy C Garcia Expires 1/29/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81897 Publish dates: February 21, 28, March 6, 13, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000672 The name of the business(es): RW Properties Located at: 160 Eagle Lane In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Robin Wagner 2. Jeffery Hernandez 3. RonaldWagner 4. Frances Wagner. This business is conducted by: Co-Partners. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1-29-15. Signature of registrant: Robin Wagner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 31, 2020 by Deputy C. Garcia Expires January 31, 2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81917 Publish dates: February 28, March 6, 13, 20, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000728The name of the business(es): HighHaz Woodworks Located at: 320 Oroville Court In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Carlos Humberto Ledesma. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Carlos Ledesma.This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 05, 2020 by Deputy L. Fallas Expires February 05, 2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81848 Publish dates: February 21, 28, March 6, 13, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000768The name of the business(es): SL Enterprise Located at: 930 Orchid Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Steve Lengyel. This business is conducted by: an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2-5-20. Signature of registrant: Steve Lengyel.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS This statement was filed with the County Clerk of NAME STATEMENT Contra Costa County on: February 05, 2020 by File No. F-0000421 The name of the business: Deputy J. Graff Expires February 05, 2025 BrentCobalt Creative Located at: 5424 Poinsett wood Press No. 02-1273 81839 Publish dates: Avenue In: El Cerrito, CA 94530, is hereby regis- February 21, 28, March 6, 13, 2020. tered by the following owner: Jeffrey A. Sobul.

This business is conducted by: An Individual.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The registrant commenced to transact business NAME STATEMENT under the fictitious business name or names File No. F-0000769 The name of the listed above on January 2, 2020. Signature business(es): El Gallito Drive In Located of registrant: Jeffrey A. Sobul. This statement at: 8540 Brentwood Blvd. In: Brentwood, CA was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa 94513, is hereby registered by the following County on: January 22, 2020 by Deputy R Ran- owner(s): Antonio Borrayo. This business is tala Expires 1/22/2025 Brentwood Press No. conducted by: An Individual. The registrant 02-1273 81896 Publish dates: February 21, 28, commenced to transact business under the ficMarch 6, 13, 2020. titious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Antonio Borrayo.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS This statement was filed with the County Clerk NAME STATEMENT of Contra Costa County on: February 5, 2020 File No. F-0000433 The name of the by Deputy C. Garcia Expires February 5, 2025 business(es): Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81841 Publish 1. Lamborghini Walnut Creek dates: February 21, 28, March 6, 13, 2020.

2. Maserati Walnut Creek 3. Alfa Romeo Walnut Creek FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 4. Aston Martin Walnut Creek NAME STATEMENT 5. Bentley Walnut Creek File No. F-0000936 The name of the 6. McLaren Walnut Creek Located at: 2330 business(es): Sugar Bar Located at: 5901 N. Main St In:Walnut Creek, CA 94596, is hereby Marina Road, Ste 7 In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, registered by the following owner(s): Walnut is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Creek Luxury, LLC. This business is conducted Crystal Collette Rose Fitzgerald. This business by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant com- is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant menced to transact business under the fictitious commenced to transact business under the ficbusiness name or names listed above on N/A. titious business name or names listed above on Signature of registrant: Adam Simms, Manager. N/A. Signature of registrant: Crystal Fitzgerald.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 22, 2020 by of Contra Costa County on: February 11, 2020 Deputy C Pittman Expires 1/22/2025 Brent- by Deputy S. Alvarez Expires February 11, 2025 wood Press No. 02-1273 81911 Publish dates: Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81840 Publish February 21, 28, March 6, 13, 2020. dates: February 21, 28, March 6, 13, 2020.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000947 The name of the business(es): 1. Well Diva Travel 2. Fly Life Travel Located at: 3130 Balfour Road, Suite D-#180 In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Well Diva Lifestyle, 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: Renee Mitchell Simpson, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 11, 2020 by Deputy J. Graff Expires February 11, 2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81838 Publish dates: February 21, 28, March 6, 13, 2020.

business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Tom McFall, Treasurer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 18, 2020 by Deputy J Graff Expires 2/18/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 82020 Publish dates: March 6, 13, 20, 27, 2020.

registered by the following owner(s): Ryan Sharp. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/1/2004. Signature of registrant: Ryan Sharp. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 26, 2020 by Deputy L Fallas Expires 2/26/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 82035 Publish dates: March 6, 13, 20, 27, 2020.

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 ofTrust, 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: DORNELL SMITH AND ALMA L SMITH, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Duly Appointed Trustee: The Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation Recorded 7/29/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0281664-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Street Address or other common designation of real property: 790 BEGONIA DRIVE BRENTWOOD, CA A.P.N.: 018-400-014 AND A LOAN MODIFICATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $611,331.42 RECORDED ON 7/30/2007 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 2007-0218656-00 Date of Sale: 3/30/2020 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: $781,284.45, estimated The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction.

You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 or visit this InternetWeb site www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 15-0626-11.

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: 2/19/2020 The Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation 2955 Main Street, 2nd Floor Irvine, California 92614 Foreclosure Department (949) 720-9200 Sale Information Only: 916939-0772 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. NPP0368063 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 03/06/2020, 03/13/2020, 03/20/2020 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 82010 Publish Dates: March 6, 13, 20, 2020.

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 accrued principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below.

The amount may be greater on the day of sale.

BENEFICIARY MAY BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): LOIS BROUSSARD, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Recorded: 4/3/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0102269-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 4/6/2020 at 1:30PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Amount of accrued balance and other charges: $376,520.67 The purported property address is: 31 SELENA COURT, ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No. : 072-151-007 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this Notice of Sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the trustee: CA-19-871950-NJ. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site.The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid.

The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the mortgagor, the mortgagee, or the mortgagee’s attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 619-6457711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http://www. qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp.

TS No.: CA-19-871950-NJ IDSPub #0160732 3/6/2020 3/13/2020 3/20/2020 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 81902 Publish Dates: March 6, 13, 20, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0000948 The name of the business(es): The Red Letter Company Located at: 5165 Concord Blvd In: Concord, CA 94521, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): The Red Letter Company 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: Christina Morales, Managing Member.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 11, 2020

by Deputy C. Dias Expires February 11, 2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81947 Publish dates: February 28, March 6, 13, 20, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001042 The name of the business: The Psychological Services Group Located at: 8660 Brentwood Blvd., Suite B In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Elizabeth Dansie.

This business is conducted by: An Individual he registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/23/2008. Signature of registrant: Elizabeth Dansie. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 18, 2020 by Deputy J Graff Expires 2/18/2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 82038 Publish dates: March 6, 13, 20, 27, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001068 The name of the business(es): ERA Bookkeeping Located at: 3141 Concord Ave In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Christina D. Ludwig. 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: Christina Ludwig. This FICTITIOUS BUSINESS statement was filed with the County Clerk of NAME STATEMENT Contra Costa County on: February 19, 2020 File No. F-0000963 The name of the by Deputy J. Graff Expires February 19, 2025 business(es): Cute Nails & Spa Located at: Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 82073 Publish 317 Oak Street, Suite B In: Brentwood, CA dates: March 13, 20, 27, April 3, 2020.

94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Ngoc Thi Nguyen. This business is FICTITIOUS BUSINESS conducted by: An Individual. The registrant NAME STATEMENT commenced to transact business under the File No. F-0001070The name of the business(es): fictitious business name or names listed above Emaze Co. Located at: 3130 Balfour Road, on 2-12-20. Signature of registrant: Ngoc Ste D170 In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby Thi Nguyen. This statement was filed with registered by the following owner(s): Christina the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: Uarunee Noriega. This business is conducted by: February 12, 2020 by Deputy L. Arosemena An Individual. The registrant commenced to Expires February 12, 2025 Brentwood Press transact business under the fictitious business No. 02-1273 81954 Publish dates: February name or names listed above on N/A. Signature 28, March 6, 13, 20, 2020. of registrant: Christina U Noriega. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa FICTITIOUS BUSINESS County on: February 19, 2020 by Deputy S. AlvaNAME STATEMENT rez Expires February 19, 2025 Brentwood Press File No. F-0000999 The name of the business: No. 02-1273 82018 Publish dates: March 6, 13, A Stage To Remember Located at: 185 Ap- 20, 27, 2020. ple Hill Dr In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Roxann FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Pomeroy. This business is conducted by: RoxNAME STATEMENT ann Pomeroy. The registrant commenced to File No. F-0001071 The name of the transact business under the fictitious business business(es): The SUTTON Group Located name or names listed above on N/A. Signature at: 370 Park Street, Suite 13 In: Moraga, CA of registrant: Roxann Pomeroy. This statement 94556, is hereby registered by the following was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa owner(s): John Raymond Sutton. This business County on: February 14, 2020 by Deputy C is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant Garcia Expires 2/14/2025 Brentwood Press commenced to transact business under the No. 02-1273 82039 Publish dates: March 6, fictitious business name or names listed above 13, 20, 27, 2020. on 3-30-93. Signature of registrant: John Raymond Sutton. This statement was filed FICTITIOUS BUSINESS with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County NAME STATEMENT on: February 19, 2020 by Deputy C. Garcia ExFile No. F-0001000 The name of the pires February 19, 2025 Brentwood Press No. business(es): Brentwood Blast 2008 Lo- 02-1273 81935 Publish dates: February 28, cated at: 4701 Nunn Street In: Brentwood, March 6, 13, 20, 2020.

CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Thomas M. Vanderver Jr. This FICTITIOUS BUSINESS business is conducted by: An Individual. The NAME STATEMENT registrant commenced to transact business File No. F-0001101 The name of the under the fictitious business name or names business(es): Life Starts Now Located at: 725 listed above on 2-14-20. Signature of regis- Ashbury Ave In: El Cerrito, CA 94530, is hereby trant: Thomas M. Vanderver Jr.. This statement registered by the following owner: Kevin Dale was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa Hall Jr. This business is conducted by: An IndiCounty on: February 14, 2020 by Deputy S. vidual. The registrant commenced to transact Smith Expires February 14, 2025 Brentwood business under the fictitious business name Press No. 02-1273 81865 Publish dates: Feb- or names listed above on 2/20/20. Signature ruary 21, 28, March 6, 13, 2020. of registrant: Kevin Dale Hall Jr. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa FICTITIOUS BUSINESS County on: February 20, 2020 by Deputy L FalNAME STATEMENT las Expires 2/20/2025 Brentwood Press No. File No. F-0001015 The name of the business: 02-1273 82033 Publish dates: March 6, 13, JOHN’S TREE SERVICE Located at: 2563 E 20, 27, 2020.

Leland Rd, Apt 103 In: Pittsburg, CA 94565, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Juan Cortes Valencia. This business is conNAME STATEMENT ducted by: Juan Cortes Valencia. The regis- File No. F-0001110 The name of the trant commenced to transact business under business(es): JLD & Sons Located at: 161 the fictitious business name or names listed Alberts Ave In: Bay Point, CA 94565, is hereby above on 2/14/2020. Signature of registrant: registered by the following owner(s): Jose Juan Cortes Valencia. This statement was Lopez Diaz. This business is conducted by: filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa An Indivdual. The registrant commenced to County on: February 14, 2020 by Deputy C transact business under the fictitious busiDias Expires 2/14/2025 Brentwood Press No. ness name or names listed above on 2-15-19.

02-1273 81899 Publish dates: February 28, Signature of registrant: Jose Lopez Diaz. This March 6, 13, 20, 2020. statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 21, 2020 by FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Deputy H. Franklin Expires February 21, 2025 NAME STATEMENT Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81963 Publish File No. F-0001029 The name of the dates: February 28, March 6, 13, 20, 2020. business(es): O’Reilly Auto Parts #5997 Located at: 1165 B Arnold Drive In: Martinez, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS CA 94553, is hereby registered by the followNAME STATEMENT ing owner: O’Reilly Auto Enterprises, LLC. This File No. F-0001256 The name of the business: business is conducted by: A Limited Liabil- Direct Protection Located at: 2447 Yosemite ity Co. The registrant commenced to transact Way In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001323 The name of the business(es): HardCash Industries Located at: 430 Lone Oak Court In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Kenneth Dana Hebert Jr.. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10-2019. Signature of registrant: Kenneth D. Hebert Jr.. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 28, 2020 by Deputy L. Spence Expires February 28, 2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 82065 Publish dates: March 13, 20, 27, April 3, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001390 The name of the business(es): Dan’s Custom Iron Works, Wood Works & Automation Located at: 1028 Chamomile Lane In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Daniel Hill. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2018. Signature of registrant: Daniel Hill.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 3, 2020 by Deputy C. Dias Expires March 3, 2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 82060 Publish dates: March 13, 20, 27, April 3, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001414 The name of the business(es): RoseLopezBooks Located at: 1000 Chamomile Lane In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Javier Lopez 2. Donald J. Rose. This business is conducted by: General Partnership.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 12-11-18. Signature of registrant: Javier Lopez & Donald J. Rose. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 4, 2020 by Deputy L. Fallas Expires March 4, 2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 82056 Publish dates: March 13, 20, 27, April 3, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0001425 The name of the business(es): Holland Associates Located at: 1251 St. Edmunds Way In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Lynn Edward Holland 2. Kathleen R. Holland. This business is conducted by: Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1-16-2009. Signature of registrant: Kathleen R. Holland. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 4, 2020 by Deputy H. Franklin Expires March 4, 2025 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 82057 Publish dates: March 13, 20, 27, April 3, 2020.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 15-0626-11 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 문서에 정보 요약서가 있습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU 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 7/22/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-19-871950-NJ Order No.: 191172634-CA-VOI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/27/2006.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business

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CEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 04/08/2020 at 01:30 P.M., First American Title Insurance Company, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 03/30/2012, as Instrument No. 2012-0074255-00, in book , page , , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of California. Executed by: PATRICIA PULLEY, A WIDOW, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/ CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 004-272-014 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 5330 WILLOW LAKE COURT, DISCOVERY BAY, CA 94505 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed 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 $ 291,380.98. The beneficiary under said Deed ofTrust has deposited all documents evidencing the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and has declared all sums secured thereby immediately due and payable, and has caused a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be executed.

The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (916)939-0772 or visit this Internet Web http://search.nationwideposting. com/propertySearchTerms.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA1900286020 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 sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid.

The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: First American Title Insurance Company 4795 Regent Blvd, Mail Code 1011-F Irving, TX 75063 First American Title Insurance Company MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)9390772 NPP0368266 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE 03/13/2020, 03/20/2020, 03/27/2020 BrentTSG No.: 191240919-CA-MSI TS No.: wood Press No. 02-1273 82058 Publish Dates: CA1900286020 APN: 004-272-014 Property March 13, 20, 27, 2020.

Address: 5330 WILLOW LAKE COURT DISCOVERY BAY, CA 94505 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TSG No.: 8760417 TS No.: CA1900285943 TRUST, DATED 03/26/2012. UNLESS YOU TAKE APN: 004-151-020-7 Property Address: 1682 ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY DUNE POINT COURT DISCOVERY BAY, CA BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN 94505 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PRO- IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED

LEGAL NOTICES 12/11/2017. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 03/19/2020 at 01:30 P.M., First American Title Insurance Company, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 12/20/2017, as Instrument No. 2017-0238857-00, in book , page , , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of California.

Executed by: JOHN Z. JONES AND STACY L. JORDAN, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY WITH RIGHT OF SURVIVORSHIP, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 004-151-020-7 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1682 DUNE POINT COURT, DISCOVERY BAY, CA 94505 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $ 87,619.37. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust has deposited all documents evidencing the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and has declared all sums secured thereby immediately due and payable, and has caused a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be executed. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (916)939-0772 or visit this Internet Web http://search.nationwideposting.com/ propertySearchTerms.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA1900285943 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 sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid.

The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: First American Title Insurance Company 4795 Regent Blvd, Mail Code 1011-F Irving, TX 75063 First American Title Insurance Company MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)9390772 NPP0367803 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 02/28/2020, 03/06/2020, 03/13/2020 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81891 Publish Dates: February 28, March 6, 13, 2020.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TSG No.: 8754881 TS No.: CA1900285308 APN: 008-550-019-7 Property Address: 2428 IMPERIAL COURT DISCOVERY BAY, CA 94505-1328 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/20/2017.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 03/26/2020 at 01:30 P.M., First American Title Insurance Company, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 03/27/2017, as Instrument No. 2017-0052702-00, in book , page , , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of California. Executed by: RYAN MICHAEL SIMMERS AND KRISTYN NICOLE SIMMERS, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY WITH RIGHT OF SURVIVORSHIP, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED INTHE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OFTRUST APN# 008-550-019-7 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2428 IMPERIAL COURT, DISCOVERY BAY, CA 94505-1328The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $ 415,849.59. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust has deposited all documents evidencing the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and has declared all sums secured thereby immediately due and payable, and has caused a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be executed. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (916)939-0772 or visit this Internet Web http://search.nationwideposting. com/propertySearchTerms.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA1900285308 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 sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid.The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: First American Title Insurance Company 4795 Regent Blvd, Mail Code 1011-F Irving, TX 75063 First American Title Insurance Company MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)939-0772 NPP0368236 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 03/06/2020, 03/13/2020, 03/20/2020 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 82007 Publish Dates: March 6, 13, 20, 2020.

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS CALLING FOR BIDS Owner: Knightsen Elementary School District Bid Deadline: Bid Date: March 24, 2020 @ 2:30 pm Place of Bid Receipt: Infinity Communications & Consulting, Inc. 4909 Calloway Dr. Bakersfield, CA 93312 Project Name: Structured Cabling for Knightsen Elementary School District Project Number: 0417-20C.1 Place Plans are on File: https://www.infinitycomm.com/menus/projects.html & www. usac.org Infinity Communications & Consulting, Inc. 4909 Calloway Dr. Bakersfield, CA 93312 In accordance with Section 7057 of the Business and Professions Code, a Contractor with a“C-7 or C-10”license may bid.

A Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting will be conducted on March 16, 2020 at 9:30 pm at Knightsen Elementary School District Office, located at: 1923 Delta Rd., Knightsen, California 94548. This meeting is Mandatory, ALL Contractors attending will be required to sign in at the time of arrival and are also required to stay for the duration of the Pre-Construction Meeting.

All questions concerning this project should be directed to: RayValenzuela Infinity Communications & Consulting, Inc. (661) 716-1840 office (661) 716-1841 fax p2bids@infinitycomm.com Each bid must conform and be responsive to the contract documents The projects and services depend on partial funding from the E-rate program. The OWNER expects each Contractor to make themselves thoroughly familiar with any rules or regulations regarding the E-rate program. All contracts entered into as a result of these Form 470’s will be contingent upon specific funding by the SLD at the percentage rate submitted. The percentage rate applicable to a particular Form 471 is the maximum that the District is liable for. The Contractor will be responsible to bill the government (USAC) for the balance. No billing or work shall be commenced before April 1, 2020. On the day of the bid the Contractor shall supply their Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN) and must certify that their SPIN is“current”.

This project is anticipated to start after April 1, 2020, and is anticipated to have a duration of 120 days. All work shall be completed per the project schedule but no later than the project finish date. Liquidated damages in the amount of 500/day are included in this contract. All work shall be completed per the project schedule but no later than September 30, 2021.

The OWNER reserves the right to reject any or all bids and/or waive any irregularities or informalities in any bids or in the bidding process. Each bid package will be awarded separately and independent of one another. The OWNER may, at their option, choose to award the projects to one contractor or any combination of contractors. The OWNER has determined the general prevailing rate of per diem wages in the locality in which this work is to be performed for each craft or type of worker needed to execute this contract. These rates are on file at the SCHOOL DISTRICT office located at location. Copies may be obtained upon request. A copy of these rates shall be posted at each job-site. The schedule of per diem wages is based upon a working day of eight (8) hours. The rate for holiday and overtime work shall be at least time and one-half.

It shall be mandatory upon the contractor to whom the contract is awarded (CONTRACTOR), and upon any subcontractor under him, to pay not less than the said specified rates to all works employed by them in the execution of the contract. It is the CONTRACTOR’S responsibility to determine any rate change that may have or will occur during the intervening period between each issuance of written rates by the Director of Industrial Relations. During the Work and pursuant to Labor Code §1771.4(a)(4), the Department of Industrial Relations shall monitor compliance with prevailing wage rate requirements and enforce the Contractor’s prevailing wage rate obligations. Each Bidder must be a DIR Registered Contractor when submitting a Bid Proposal. The Bid Proposal of a Bidder who is not a DIR Registered Contractor when the Bid Proposal is submitted will be rejected for nonresponsiveness. All Subcontractors identified in a Bidder’s Subcontractors’List must be DIR Registered contractors at the time the Bid Proposal is submitted. The foregoing notwithstanding, a Bid Proposal is not subject to rejection for non-responsiveness for listing Subcontractor the Subcontractors List who is/are not DIR Registered contractors if such Subcontractor(s) complete DIR Registration pursuant to Labor Code §1771.1(c)(1) or (2). Further, a Bid Proposal is not subject to rejection if the Bidder submitting the Bid Proposal listed any Subcontractor(s) who is/are not DIR Registered contractors and such Subcontractor(s) do not become DIR Registered pursuant to Labor Code §1771.1(c)(1) or (2), but the Bidder, if awarded the Contract, must request consent of the District to substitute a DIR Registered Subcontractor for the non-DIR Registered Subcontractor pursuant to Labor

Code §1771.1(c)(3), without adjustment of the Contract Price or the ContractTime.This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations No bidder may withdraw his bid for a period of THIRTY (30) DAYS after the date set for the opening of the bids. A BID BOND shall be required and shall be supplied with the CONTRACTOR’S bid on the day of the bid. All bids shall be presented under sealed cover and accompanied by one of the following forms of bidder’s security: cash, a cashier’s check, certified check, or a bidder’s bond executed by an admitted surety insurer, made payable to the trustees.

The security shall be in an amount equal to at least 10 percent of the amount bid. A bid shall not be considered unless one of the forms of bidder’s security is enclosed with it. A Payment Bond and Performance Bond for contracts over $25,000.00 WILL BE required prior to the execution of the contract. The Payment and Performance Bond shall be in the form called for in the contract documents. Payment Bond and Performance Bond shall be provided upon receipt of the Notice to Proceed. Performance and Payment bonds shall be supplied prior to the beginning of construction. A Certificate of Insurance shall be required as well before work can begin. Pursuant to the provisions of the Public Contract Code, Sections 22300, CONTRACTOR may substitute certain securities for any funds withheld by OWNER to ensure their performance under the contract. At the request and expense of CONTRACTOR, securities equivalent to any amount withheld shall be deposited, at the discretion of the OWNER, with either OWNER or with a state or federally chartered bank, as the escrow agent, who shall then pay any funds otherwise subject for retention to CONTRACTOR. Upon satisfactory completion of the contract, the securities shall be returned to the CONTRACTOR. Securities eligible to investment shall included those listed in Government Code, Section 61430, bank and savings and loan certificates of deposit, interest bearing demand deposit accounts, standby letters of credit, or any other security mutually agreed to by CONTRACTOR and OWNER. CONTRACTOR shall be the beneficial owner of any securities substituted for funds withheld and shall receive any interest on them. The escrow agreement shall be essentially similar to the one indicated in the General Conditions. In accordance with Education Code section 17076.11, this district has a participation goal for disabled veteran business enterprises of at least 3 percent per year of the overall dollar amount of funds allocated to the district by the State Allocation Board pursuant to the Leroy F. Greene School Facilities Act of 1998 for construction or modernization and expended each year by the school district. Prior to, and as a condition precedent for final payment under any contract for such project, the contractor shall provide appropriate documentation to the district identifying the amount paid to disabled veteran business enterprises in conjunction with the contract, so that the district can assess its success at meeting this goal. Knightsen Elementary School District Erate Public Works 2020-2021 PUBLISH DATES: Week of: March 6, 2020 Week of: March 13, 2020 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 82013 Publish Dates: March 6, 13, 2020.

Shahi and Daljeet Kaur Shahi CASE NUMBER: N20-0292 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Petitioner Jasvir Singh Shahi and Daljeet Kaur Shahi filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Jasjeet Singh Shahi to Proposed Name: Jorawar Singh Shahi. 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: 4/3/2020 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 30 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: 2/11/2020 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81982 Publish Dates: February 28, March 6, 13, 20, 2020.

served on you to file a Response (form FL-120 ) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter,phone call or court appearance will not protect you. If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children.You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs. For Legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courts.ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services website (www.lawhelpca.org), or by contacting your local county bar association. Tiene 30 dias de calendario despué s de haber recibido la entrega legal de esta Citaciό n y Peticiό n para presentar una Respuesta (formulario FL-120) ante la corte y efectuar la entrega legal de una copia al demandante. Una carta o llamada telefό nica o una audiencia de la corte no basta para protegerlo. Si no presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, la corte puede dar ό rdenes que afecten su matrimonio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y la custodia de sus hijos. La corte tambié n le puede ordenar que pague manutenciό n, y honorarios y costos legales.

Para asesoramiento legal, pό ngase en contacto de inmediato con un abogado. Puede obtener informaciό n para encontrar a un abogado en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en el sitio web de los Servicios Legales de California (www.lawhelpca .org) o ponié ndose en contacto con el colegio de abogados de su condado. NOTICE: The restraining orders are on Page 2: These restraining orders are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders.They are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them.

AVISO - LAS Ó RDENES DE RESTRICCIΌN SE ENCUENTRAN EN LA PÁ GINA 2: Las ό rdenes de restricciό n estά n en vigencia en cuanto a ambos cό nyuges o miembros de la pareja de hecho hasta que se despida la peticiό n, se emita un fallo o la corte dé otras ό rdenes. Cualquier agencia del orden pύ blico que haya recibido o visto una copia de estas ό rdenes puede hacerlas acatar en cualquier lugar de California. FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all of part of the fee and costs that the court waived for you or the other party. EXENCIÓ N DE CUOTAS: Si no puere pagar la cuota de presentaciό n pida al secretario un formulario de exenciό n de cuotas. La corte puede ordenar que usted pague, ya sea en parte o por completo, las cuotas y costos de la corte previamente exentos a peticiό n de usted o de la otra parte. 1.The name and address of the court are: (El nombre y direcciό n de la corte son): Superior Court of California - County of Humboldt, 325 Fifth St., Eureka, CA 95501 2. The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are: (El nombre, direcciό n y nύ mero de telé fono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante si no tiene abogado, son): Elaine Frances Reynolds - P.O. Box 98, Fortuna, CA 95540 (707) 496-4065 Date (Fecha): February 24, 2020 Clerk, by: (Secretario,por) Kim M. Bartleson, Jackson W, Deputy (Asistente) Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 82029 Publish Dates: March 6, 13, 20, 27, 2020.

FICTITIOUSBUSINESS NAMESTATEMENT File No. F-0000992 The name of the business(es): East Bay Screen Printing Located at: 1783 Hemlock Ct In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Richard Neal. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/1/2020. Signature of registrant: Richard Neal.This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 14, 2020 by Deputy C Garcia Expires2/14/2025 OakleyPressNo.03-0477 82031Publishdates:March6,13,20,27,2020.

PORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀYIMPORTANT NOTICETO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 03/10/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTIONTO PROTECTYOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OFTHENATUREOFTHEPROCEEDINGAGAINSTYOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: DAEDRA ESTEP, A SINGLE WOMAN Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Deed of Trust Recorded 03/29/2006 as Instrument No. 20060096114-00 in book —-, page—- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County,California,DateofSale:04/21/2020at09:00 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: $ 122,889.39 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 DRAWNBYASTATEORFEDERALCREDITUNION,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 ofTrust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other commondesignationofrealproperty:135WOODRIDGE PLACE, OAKLEY, CA 94561 A.P.N.: 035-501-010The 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 interestthereon,asprovidedinsaidnote(s),advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is:$ 122,889.39.

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 OFTRUSTEE’S SALE NOTICETO 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 beingauctionedoff,beforeyoucanreceivecleartitle 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 countyrecorder’sofficeoratitleinsurancecompany, 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 dateshownonthisnoticeofsalemaybepostponed 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 orvisitthisInternetWebsitehttp://www.altisource. com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/ TrusteeServices.aspxusingthefilenumberassigned to this case 2019-02576-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 InternetWeb site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: February 20, 2020 Western Progressive, LLC, asTrustee 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 ATTEMPTINGTO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 81970 PublishDates:February28,March6,13,2020.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Mohamad Salakh SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Mohamad Salakh CASE NUMBER: N20-0349 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Mohamad Salakh filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Mohamad Salakh b. Shahed Salakh c.

Farah Salakh d. Eleen Salakh to Proposed Name: a. Mike Attar b. Shahed Attar c. Farah Attar d. Eleen Attar. 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: 4/17/2020 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 30 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: 2/20/2020 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 82030 Publish Dates: March 6, 13, 20, 27, 2020.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Tamarin Nicole Martinez SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Tamarin Nicole Martinez CASE NUMBER: N20-0248 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Tamarin Nicole Martinez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Ayden Taylor Florez to Proposed Name: Ayden Taylor Martinez.

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: 4/7/2020 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 30 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 be served on father.

Date: 4/7/2020 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81984 Publish Dates: February 28, March 6, 13, 20, 2020.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Ashley Noonan SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Ashley Noonan CASE NUMBER: N20-0308 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Ashley Noonan filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Ashley Megan Rose Noonan to Proposed Name: Ashley Megan Rose Linan. 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: 4/15/2020 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 30 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.

SUMMONS (Family Law) Date: 2/21/2020 Judge of the Superior Court CITACIÓN (Derecho familiar) Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 81981 Publish NOTICE TO RESPONDENT (AVISO AL DEMANDates: February 28, March 6, 13, 20, 2020.

DADO): Felix Cabanas-Alonso You have been sued. Read the information below. Lo estά n ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE demandado. Lea la informaciό n a continuaciό FOR CHANGE OF NAME n y en la pά gina siguiente. Petitioner’s name PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Jasvir Singh is (Nombre del demandante): Elaine Frances Shahi SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, Reynolds CASE NUMBER (NÚ MERO DE COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street CASO): FL2022202 You have 30 calendar Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Jasvir Singh days after this Summons and Petition are

FICTITIOUSBUSINESS NAMESTATEMENT File No. F-0001214 The name of the business(es): RAC Clothing Located at: 41 Serenity Lane In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Austin Twitchell 2. Robert Caruso This business is conducted by: A General Partnership.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Austin Twitchell. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 25, 2020

by Deputy H. Franklin Expires February 25, 2025 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 82059 Publish dates: March13,20,27,April3,2020.

FICTITIOUSBUSINESS NAMESTATEMENT File No. F-0001310 The name of the business(es): Oakley Tavern Located at: 3685 Main Street In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the followingowner(s): 1. MohammadN.Zalmaiyar 2.Taher MohammedThis business is conducted by: Co-Partners.The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Mohammad N. Zalmaiyar.This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February28,2020byDeputyS.Alvarez ExpiresFebruary 28, 2025 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 82075 Publishdates:March13,20,27,April3,2020.

FICTITIOUSBUSINESS NAMESTATEMENT FileNo.F-0001316Thenameofthebusiness(es): 1. DistinctiveFoodsInc 2. Mountain Mike’s Pizza Located at: 2091 Main Street In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Distinctive Foods Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2008. Signature of registrant: Mohammad N. Zalmaiyar, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 28, 2020 by Deputy S. Alvarez Expires February 28, 2025 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 82061 Publish dates:March13,20,27,April3,2020.

FICTITIOUSBUSINESS NAMESTATEMENT File No. F-0001447 The name of the business(es): Apple Gate House Located at: 51 Applegate Lane In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Karen Sierra. 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: Karen Sierra.This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa ADVERTISEMENT OF SALE County on: March 5, 2020 by Deputy J. Graff Expires NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned March 5, 2025 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 82066 intends to sell the personal property described Publishdates:March13,20,27,April3,2020. below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the NOTICEOFLIENSALE Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of The following persons are in lien at Oakley Gateway the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and SelfStorage2101LaurelRoadOakley,CA94561: provisions of the Civil Code. Premier Self Storage F3 Arleene Brice 2150 Main St, Oakley , CA 94561 (925)679-8877 B109 GenesisGonzalez The undersigned will sell at public sale by com- C1006 BradleyMoore petitive bidding on or after March 20, 2020 F1220 ErikaRentie at 9:00 am using an online auction at www. C1322 ThomasRivamonte storagetreasures.com C28 GregorySpriggsJr. Property to be sold as follows: misc. house- F1232 PatirckTyler hold goods, personal items, furniture, The items to be sold include: Furniture, clothes, toys, clothing, toys, and or business fixtures andmiscellaneouselectronics. belonging to the following: The date of the sale will be 3/19/20 at 11:00 am.

Customer Name Unit No. The location of the sale will be: Online at www.

Linda Fletcher A257 storagetreasures.com Kelly Handleman F917 3/6/20 & 3/13/20 The auction end date will be Tyler Crane B418 3/19/20 at 12:00 pm. All bids must be placed Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settle- prior to this time. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 82015 ment between owner and obligated party. PublishDates:March6,13,2020.

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NOTICE OFTRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 2019-02576-CA A.P.N.:035-501-010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Property Address: 135 WOODRIDGE PLACE, NAME STATEMENT OAKLEY, CA 94561 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File No. F-0000589 The name of the PURSUANTTO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) and (d),THE business(es): Prajekt Holsem Located at: SUMMARYOFINFORMATIONREFERREDTOBELOW 210 Amberwind Circle In: Oakley, CA 94561, is IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS hereby registered by the following owner(s): DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED Norell Jeree Paredes. This business is conducted TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED name or names listed above on 1-22-20. Signa- 注：本文件包含一个信息摘要 ture of registrant: Norell Paredes. This statement 참고사항: 본 첨부 문서에 정 was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa 보 요약서가 있습니다 NOTA: County on: January 28, 2020 by Deputy L. Arose- SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN mens Expires January 28, 2025 Oakley Press No. DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE 03-0477 81846 Publish dates: February 21, 28, ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: March 6, 13, 2020.

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A person reported finding golf clubs and stereos in the bushes near a business at the intersection of Brentwood and Central boulevards.

Brentwood – Feb. 24, 7:54 a.m.

The following is a selection of recent law enforcement activity.

BRENTWOOD Feb. 22, 3:28 a.m. Authorities received a report of a subject, possibly drunk, yelling in front of a business on Brentwood Boulevard.

Feb. 22, 9:21 a.m. A commercial burglary was reported on Empire Avenue.

Feb. 22, 9:48 a.m. A commercial robbery was reported on Empire Avenue. The reporting person thought subjects had entered through a back door and taken money.

Feb. 22, 11:37 a.m. Property was found on Walnut Boulevard.

Feb. 22, 1:23 p.m. Identity theft was reported on Second Street.

Feb. 22, 5:06 p.m. An accident with unknown injuries occurred at Balfour Road and Fairview Avenue between two cars.

Feb. 22, 5:31 p.m. Petty theft was reported on Sand Creek Road.

Feb. 22, 6:28 p.m. Authorities received a second-hand report that a physical fight between transients occurred at Sand Creek Road and O’Hara Avenue under the overpass.

Feb. 22, 6:54 p.m. Authorities received a report that a man was cutting trees and starting fires in a parking lot on Walnut Boulevard. An arrest was made.

Feb. 23, 9:11 a.m. A person called authorities to report being threatened at their home on Old Stagecoach Road by a known subject.

Feb. 23, 9:38 a.m. A wallet was found on Second Street.

Feb. 23, 1:02 p.m. A person called to report the registration tags had been stolen from their vehicle on Valley Green Drive.

Feb. 23, 1:41 p.m. A backpack full of tools was found behind a business on Second Street.

Feb. 23, 2:47 p.m. A person called to say that a subject hit their car while it was parked on Sand Creek Road. The reporting person said the incident occurred sometime between 11:30 a.m. and the time of the report. The subject had left a note with contact information.

Feb. 23, 3:41 p.m. A woman called from Dainty Avenue to report her husband was missing.

Feb. 24, 5:05 a.m. A person called to report tools had been stolen from a black Prius parked on Positano Avenue.

Feb. 24, 7:16 a.m. A person called to report vehicle theft from a white work van parked in front of their home on Corte Vista Street.

Feb. 24, 7:54 a.m. A person reported finding golf clubs and stereos in the bushes near a business at the intersection of Brentwood and Central boulevards.

Feb. 24, 8:30 a.m. A domestic dispute was reported on Iron Club Drive.

Feb. 24, 8:55 a.m. An accident with no injuries was reported in the city hall parking structure on City Park Way.

Feb. 24, 9:23 a.m. A woman called to report that her vehicle had been hit in a parking lot on Balfour Road. She said a witness had left a note with contact information. When the woman called the witness, they sent her a picture of the responsible vehicle and license plate.

Feb. 24, 11:18 a.m. An accident with minor injuries was reported on Brentwood Boulevard.

Feb. 24, 3:19 p.m. Authorities received a report of 10 to 12 juveniles fighting in the street near the intersection of Maple Street and Brentwood Boulevard.

Feb. 24, 4:14 p.m. An accident with minor injuries occurred at the intersection of Jeffery and Lone Tree ways.

Feb. 24, 4:15 p.m. An employee from a business on Lone Tree Way called to report that a man was possibly attempting to steal items by placing them in his coat.

Feb. 24, 5:43 p.m. A person called to report a road rage incident. He said another person was threatening to shoot him with a gun. This incident occurred at Vineyards Parkway and Fairview Avenue.

Feb. 24, 9:37 p.m. A customer at a business on Brentwood Boulevard reported he had been assaulted and needed police.

Feb. 24, 10:13 p.m. A domestic disturbance was reported near Balfour Road and Brentwood Boulevard.

OAKLEY Feb. 19, 1:55 a.m. A service to a citizen was performed on the 1500 block of Neroly Road.

Feb. 19, 3:30 a.m. A suspicious vehicle was reported at Starbucks.

Feb. 19, 5:38 a.m. A security check was performed near Taco Bell.

Feb. 19, 7:35 a.m. A patrol request was made at Orchard Park School.

Feb. 19, 7:49 a.m. A suspicious person was stopped at Grocery Outlet.

Feb. 19, 7:57 a.m. Battery was reported at O’Hara Park Middle School.

Feb. 19, 8:45 a.m. A moving violation was ticketed near Big Break and Vintage Parkway.

Feb. 19, 10:02 a.m. A silent alarm went off on the 3600 block of Main Street.

Feb. 19, 10:44 a.m. A welfare check was performed on the 300 block of Las Dunas Avenue.

Feb. 19, 12:18 p.m. A missing adult was reported on the 100 block of Heritage Court.

Feb. 19, 1:05 p.m. A service to a citizen was performed on the 50 block of Glen Ellen Court.

Feb. 19, 2:36 p.m. Petty theft from a vehicle parked on the 2100 block of Verona Way was reported.

Feb. 19, 3:13 p.m. Panhandling at an unknown location was reported.

Feb. 19, 4:12 p.m. Trespassing was reported near Longhorn Way and Rose Avenue.

Feb. 19, 6:20 p.m. A public nuisance was

A Liberty High School lockdown took place and was lifted shortly thereafter, Friday, March 6, after a search of the campus by Brentwood police and school staff failed to turn up the item that prompted the lockdown. The incident at the Brentwood school began at 10 a.m. with a report of a “dangerous object” on the campus. reported on the 4600 block of Bayside Way. Feb. 19, 6:52 p.m. A disturbance of the peace was reported on the 600 block of Gingham Way. Feb. 19, 8:45 p.m. A suspicious vehicle was stopped at the intersection of Calle de Oro and Frandoras Circle.

Feb. 19, 8:51 p.m. Vehicle theft was reported at the Oakley Police Department.

Feb. 20, 3:25 a.m. A service to a citizen was performed on the 1500 block of Main Street.

Feb. 20, 6:51 a.m. A hit-and-run misdemeanor was reported near Coventry and Winchester drives.

Feb. 20, 7:16 a.m. A patrol request was

made at Crockett Park.

Feb. 20, 8:06 a.m. A 9-1-1 hang-up call was traced to the 900 block of Almond Drive.

Feb. 20, 10:05 a.m. A patrol request was made at Main Street and Brownstone Road.

Feb. 20, 10:54 a.m. A suspicious person was stopped on the 4600 block of La Casa Drive.

Feb. 20, 12:17 p.m. A patrol request was made at ampm on Bridgehead.

Feb. 20, 4:22 p.m. A loud noise was reported near the intersection of Freemark Court and Walnut Meadows Drive.

Feb. 20, 6:02 p.m. Reckless driving was reported on the 4700 block of Hagar Court.

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Fire claims life of Oakley woman

by Tony Kukulich Staff Writer

A two-alarm residential fire claimed the life of an Oakley woman Friday evening on the 500 block of Norcross Lane. “(Engine 53) arrived on scene to heavy fire conditions and the report of a person trapped,” said East Contra Costa Fire Protection (ECCFPD) Battalion Chief Ross Macumber. “Unfortunately, this turned into a fatal fire. Our fire crews tried to make an effort to locate the victim, but by the time they were able to get there, the victim had perished.”

The identity of the victim has not yet been released by the Contra Costa County Office of the Coroner.

Other occupants of the home barely escaped the fire. Christina Wagner was in the residence when the fire started. Wagner is deaf and said that if there were alarms or shouting when the fire started, she didn’t hear any of it.

“It was my dog who alerted me,” Wagner said in an email to The Press. “I kept pushing him away while I was playing on my phone. My dog got more assertive and barked at me. I finally got up and opened my door, which is adjacent to the garage, and was hit with a wall of smoke. My dog and I ran toward the front. We were choking on the smoke. I’m thinking, ‘My God, Grandma’s still in there.’ But I couldn’t get to her. The smoke was so thick. My room was up in flames (in) less than five minutes.

If I ignored my dog five minutes longer, I would have burned to death.”

Another occupant and her dog were

Coronavirus from page 1 the CCHS and the Contra Costa County Office of Education. Schools are asking parents to keep sick children home and ensuring that janitorial staff are disinfecting commonly touched surfaces in school buildings.

Byron Superintendent Reyes Gauna continues to release educational materials for his families, and Greg Hetrick, Oakley Union School District superintendent, said he and his staff are making every effort to impart the latest information to keep students and staff safe and healthy.

“This is a moving target,” Hetrick said in an email to The Press.

“We are monitoring the updates from the County Health Department and (are) in direct communication with the County Office of Education and all Contra Costa County School District superintendents.”

There has been some concern over loss of funding should school attendance drop severely. Brentwood Union School District Superintendent Dana Eaton said the state could step in to help, depending on the situation.

“We will lose money for this time when we are down but not over 10% of our population,” Eaton said. “If we drop to over 10%, we can apply

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An Oakley woman perished in her home due to a fire Friday, March 6. rescued when five men at an East County Little League practice saw smoke rising from the nearby house and sprinted over to help. Cole Bennett, one of the men who ran to the scene, said a woman in the house was trying to kick an air conditioner out of the window so she could escape the fire. He helped pull the AC unit out and reached inside.

“I kind of grabbed her and pulled her out of the window,” Bennett said. “She was like, ‘Can you get my dog?’ I saw the dog right in the window. I just kind of went

for a waiver, which is usually given.

That would give us attendance based on our average. If we do end up closing schools — the state would probably just grant us our average as well.

If it goes on longer, no one knows.”

Mike Davies, Discovery Bay general manager, said he was unaware of any closures taking place in his town.

“For us at this time, it is business as usual with a heightened awareness on applying recommended standard precautions,” Davies said. “We provide our staff and residents updates on coronavirus through our website at www.todb.ca.gov.”

As last updated on March 10, CCHS indicated there are 10 Contra Costa County residents who have tested positive for COVID-19. Six of those infected had not traveled outside the U.S. and were unaware of any contact with a confirmed case prior to testing positive. The remaining four had been in contact with someone who had previously tested positive.

Guidance for the general public from CCHS: • Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds • Cover coughs or sneezes with disposable tissue or the crook of an elbow

halfway into the window, reached in and grabbed the dog and pulled him out of the window. At that point she was saying that her mother was still in the house ... I tried to go back in, but it wasn’t like the movies. I couldn’t get in, it was too much. The smoke was too much.”

Rick Saunders, Chris Anderson, Eric Lilly and E.J. Cires joined Bennett in the effort to rescue residents of the burning home.

“Everybody was like, ‘You guys are heroes,’ Bennett said. “I’m like, ‘I’m just

• Stay home from school or work when you are sick • Avoid touching your face, eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands • Use a barrier, such as a paper towel or tissue, to touch commonly touched surfaces, such as bathroom door handles and elevator buttons • Bump elbows or bow instead of shaking hands • Regularly clean frequently touched surfaces • Get vaccinated against the flu if you haven’t already • If you have recently returned from a country, state or region with ongoing COVID-19 infections, monitor your health and follow the instructions of public health officials • If you are ill, call your health care provider before visiting. Phone consultation may be adequate • Avoid nonessential trips to emergency rooms, hospitals, nursing homes and long-term care facilities.

If your loved ones are there, substitute in-person visits for phone or video visits • Check in by phone with friends, family and neighbors that are at risk of serious illness For recent updates from CCHS, visit https://bit.ly/38JXW6F.

trying to help out. I’m doing what I would want people to do for me.’ I’m no hero. In the moment, we just reacted.”

Investigators from the East Contra Costa and Contra Costa County fire protection districts responded to the incident.

According to ECCFPD Fire Marshal Steve Aubert, the fire originated in the garage from accidental causes, but he declined to be more specific about the nature of the accident. Aubert did say the Oakley Police Department is investigating the incident.

Several occupants were treated for smoke inhalation on scene by paramedics and released. No firefighter injuries were reported.

The fire was reported at 5:42 p.m., and according to Macumber, a second alarm was called almost immediately after Engine 53’s arrival. Units from the neighboring Contra Costa County Fire Protection District (ConFire) also responded to the incident.

It took crews approximately 40 minutes to bring the fire under control. Macumber said the interior of the home was crowded with belongings, which complicated firefighting operations. Additionally, a car in the driveway blocked access as firefighters attempted to reach the rear of the home. Flames destroyed the left side of a duplex, leaving the surviving residents without a home. Damage was limited to the garage of the unit on the right side. According to Macumber, that home remains habitable.

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be paid for with additional donations expected before the end of this fiscal year.”

Some of those donations will likely come from the Paws on Parade fundraising event hosted by the town each spring, in partnership with the Discovery Bay Lions Club. This year’s event will be Saturday, April 18, from 9 a.m. to noon. Davies noted he’s hopeful the park will be open for the parade.

The project was initially launched by former parks and recreation manager Brian Miller, who left that position last year. Bill Engelman, Miller’s successor, inherited the project and will have the pleasure of seeing it through to completion this spring. He has been working closely with Monica Gallo, recreation program supervisor, to get the job done.

“The project has been moving along beautifully,” Gallo said. “We have made significant progress and are looking forward to opening soon.”

In addition to removing weeds, reseeding grass and removing the old basketball court, town staff have installed French drains, new fencing and a concrete walkway and border, thinned existing trees and placed decomposed granite at the park’s entrance to alleviate mud.

In the interim, a temporary dog park has been set up on the other side of the community center.

Gallo said she frequently sees residents and their four-legged friends using the temporary park.

The dog park is located at the Discovery Bay Community Center at 1601 Discovery Bay Blvd.

For more information, call 925-392-4575 or visit todb.ca.gov or the town’s Facebook page.

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Friday, March 13 Lenten Fish Fry

The Knights of Columbus will host a Lenten Fish Fry on Fridays through April 3, at Immaculate Heart of Mary, from 4 to 7 p.m.

Patrons can dine in the hall or take advantage of the drive-thru service. Immaculate Heart of Mary is located at 500 Fairview Ave., in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-6428782 or visit www.ihmbrentwood.com/news. html.

March Canned Food Drive

The MOMS Club of Brentwood is hosting a canned food drive benefitting the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano through March 31. Brentwood drop-off locations are Ace Hardware, 8900 Brentwood Boulevard; Willy’s Bagels and Blends, 390 W. Country Club Drive, Suite A; Sip and Scoop, 234 Oak St; and Black Diamond Kids Center, 2015 Elkins Way. For more information, email treasurer@moms94513.com, call 209-4897620 or visit https://sites.google.com/site/ momsclubbrentwoodca94513/.

Egg My Yard Fundraiser

Support your local Jr. Falcon football and cheer teams and surprise some lucky kids with an Easter egg hunt. Cost is $25 for 30 eggs, $45 for 50 eggs or $65 for 70 eggs. Candy filled eggs will be hidden in your yard late in the evening on Saturday, April 11. For more information or to order, call 925-679-5303 or email falcons. secretary18@gmail.com.

Saturday, March 14 Brentwood Lions Anniversary Party

Join the Brentwood Lions in celebration of 90 years at Nines Restaurant, 100 Summerset Drive, from 6 to 10 p.m. Dress as a flapper, ’20s gangster or silent screen star for the costume contest, and enjoy an evening of dancing, a no-host bar and silent auctions. Tickets are $65. For more information, call Chad Stone at 925-354-2412.

Bandstand Boogie

Come enjoy a salute to American Bandstand Music, at 2 p.m., at El Campanil Theatre, 602 W. Second St., in Antioch. Tickets cost $15 to $32.

For more information, call 925-757-9500 or visit www.elcampaniltheatre.com.

Brentwood Booster Fundraiser

The Brentwood Booster Club will host its third annual Roaring ’20s Tri Tip Dinner fundraiser at 5 p.m. at Brentwood Veterans Hall, 757 First St., in Brentwood. Tickets cost $45 and include din-

ner and a drink. Or purchase a table of eight for $800, which includes extra perks like wine and an Uber ride. Proceeds go toward supporting the Brentwood and Oakley 4-H clubs. For tickets or more information, visit www.eventbrite. com or email pjhefner@gmail.com.

Sunday, March 15 Marsh Creek Dems

The Marsh Creek Democratic Club will host Victoria Adams, president of the East County NAACP, from 2 to 4 p.m., at the Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St., in Brentwood.

Victoria will speak on the East County NAACP 2020 theme of unification and specific issues of concern in East County. For more information, visit www.marshcreekdems.org.

Tuesday, March 17 Spring Break STEAM Projects

The Oakley Library will host free science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) projects Tuesday through Saturday during the two weeks of spring break, March 17 to 28, at 1050 Neroly Road, in Oakley. Each day will bring a new hands-on project from 3 to 4:30 p.m. for kids ages 7 to 13. For more information, call 925-625-2400 or visit https://bit. ly/2wDrtl7.

Thursday, March 19 Brentwood Chamber Mixer

The Brentwood Chamber mixer for the month of March will be hosted by Community Integrated Support Services, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at 8385 Brentwood Boulevard, Suite F, in Brentwood. Join the local business community for an evening of networking, raffles and refreshments. For more information, email admin@brentwoodchamber.com, call 925-6343344 or visit www.brentwoodchamber.com.

Aquatic Invasive Species Workshop

You are invited to participate in a free aquatic invasive species workshop, from 8:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., at Big Break Regional Shoreline Park, 69 Big Break Road, Oakley. Parking is free, please bring your own lunch. Participants must register by Monday, March 16. To register or for more information, call 415-904-6905.

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The Drama Factory presents “The Cat and the Devil at the Nick Rodriguez Theatre, 213 F St., in Antioch. Shows are March 20, 21, 27 and 28, at 7:30 p.m.; and March 21, 22 and 28 at 1:30 p.m.

Tickets cost $8 to $10 and are sold at the door.

Seniors get in free at the matinee on March 22.

For more information, call 925-695-4123 or visit www.dramafactory.org/contact/.

Look at the many local events on www.thepress.net/calendar Saturday, March 21 Oakley Through Time

The Contra Costa County Historical Society presents author Carol Jensen’s book, “Oakley Through Time,” as part of its Author in the Archives series. Come to the Campbell Theater, 636 Ward St., in Martinez, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. to learn more about the settlement and development of Oakley. For more information or to RSVP, call 925-229-1042 or email mkting@ cocohistory.org.

Degree of Pocahontas Membership Drive

Come learn more about the Degree of Pocahontas and the club’s work raising money for Alzheimer’s victims and supporting the Martinez VA Medical Center. Prospective members can come to the lodge at Red Men and Pocahontas Hall, 1403 Main St., in Oakley, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., for presentations, displays and networking. For more information, call 925-209-6355.

VA Comedy Night

The American Legion Riders Area 2 invite you to a night of Comedy at its best with Michael Mancini from 6 to 10 p.m. in the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building, 757 First St., in Brentwood. Tickets cost $10 and proceeds support the Livermore VA facility. Cocktails will be available for purchase. For more information, email vetsbuilding@gmail.com, call 925-7878087 or visit https://bit.ly/2TtFiuh.

Tuesday, March 24 Chamber Mixer

The Colombo Lodge 1315 of the Sons and Daughters of Italy will host a crab feed from 6 to 10 p.m. in the St. Vincente Hall at Holy Rosary Church, 1313 A St., in Antioch. Tickets cost $60 and include antipasto, pasta, salad, rolls, crab and beverages. Proceeds go toward local charities. For tickets or more information, call Carol Esposito at 925-978-3956.

Saturday, April 18 DBYC Boat Parade

The Discovery Bay Yacht Club (DBYC) will hold an opening day boat parade, beginning at noon, at the marina located at 5871 Marina Blvd. Once under way, the parade will wind through every other bay of Discovery Bay and conclude in Marina Bay just beyond “F” dock near the marina. For more information, contact 925-234-2492.

Ongoing Events Aktion Club

Sponsored by Kiwanis International, the Aktion Club of East Contra Costa County is a community service group for adults with special needs, giving them the opportunity to engage in social activities and take on leadership roles. Monthly meetings will be held on the first Tuesday of each month from 6:15 to 8 p.m. For venue and more information, email aktionclubecc@gmail.com or call 925-890-2563.

Delta Informal Gardeners

The Discovery Bay after-hours chamber mixer will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at the Discovery Bay Marina, 5901 Marina Road, in Discovery Bay. Join the chamber as it welcomes the new owners of the marina with a special ribbon cutting. For more information, email chamber@discoverybaychamber.org, call 925-240-4144 or visit www.discoverybaychamber.org.

Friday, March 27 Festival 10

Saturday, March 28 Sons and Daughters of Italy Crab Feed

Ghostlight Theatre presents “Festival 10,” a treasury of 10-minute plays, Friday, March 27, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.; Saturday, March 28, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.; and Sunday, March 29, from 2 to 4 p.m., at the Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St., in Brentwood. The Ghostlight ensemble has planned an incredible weekend of original and published plays. For more information, email jen@ghostlightte.org, call 408-838-7704 or visit https://bit.ly/39jzBFR.

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.

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.

Senior Cane Self-Defense Class

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.

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