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Oakley City Proposed Brentwood street Council improvements hit speed bump reappoints Residents, City Council balk at $5 million cost

Residents of Lone Oak Road in Brentwood implored the city to not go through with proposed modernization efforts that they said would reduce the street’s rural charm.

By Jake Menez Staff Writer

“We’re happy with the way things are. Please leave us alone,” one Brentwood resident who lives on Lone Oak Road implored the City Council during their Aug. 25 meeting. They were discussing potential changes to the road. After hearing appeals from residents who live along the street, the council voted 5-0 to have staff take more time to look into ways to cut down on speeding and other traffic concerns that would not disrupt the residents’ life there. The catalyst for this discussion had been efforts from residents to curb issues with speed-

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ing and other traffic concerns. According to the agenda packet, the council had discussed the topic on Feb. 24, when they requested an update on reported school cut-through traffic and speeding occurring in the area and conducted traffic studies to determine whether or not the road met the criteria for the in-

stallation of a speed bump. It did not. In March, the city installed additional signs on the street to remind drivers of the 25-mileper-hour speed limit. The presentation by city staff on Aug. 25 included potential solutions to the traffic problems, such as creating a cul-de-sac to close the north end of Lone Oak

Road to through traffic where it currently connects with Grant Street or installing speed bumps along the stretch of road to deter speeding. Residents who live on Lone Oak Road balked at both proposed solutions, particularly the latter, which would require see Brentwood page 18

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The City of Oakley might have an extra $31,000 or more that it can spend as it wants to after it local elections in Districts 2 and 4 were not needed because the incumbents– Mayor Hugh Henderson and Councilmembers Shannon Shaw – ran unopposed. According to City Clerk Kim Snodgrass, an election would have cost the city $31,000 to $50,000 per district based on county election data. This money would have been taken from the city’s General Fund, and can now be reappropriated if desired, according to City Manager Joshua McMurray. But since that money won’t be spent on election, Shaw suggested that the money be redirected to the new Oakley Library project. McMurray said he would bring it back as an agenda item in a future meeting. The new decision is a result after the Oakley City Council voted 4-0 to reappoint Henderson as the councilmember for District 2 and 3-0 to reappoint Shaw as councilmember for District 4. Shaw recused herself from the vote pertaining to herself, while Councilmember George Fuller was absent. The council chose to hold a vote to reappoint the members because see Oakley page 18

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Art students, residents will paint utility boxes around town and the county Brentwood Arts Commission approves beautification Local artists will soon be painting the town red – and plenty of other colors – after a 3-0 vote from the Brentwood Arts Commission on Aug. 19 approving the painting of 11 utility boxes across the city as well as approving the proposed designs for these boxes. The effort also is going countwide. During the arts commission meeting, the commissioners reviewed over 20 submissions to find the 11 that they felt would best represent the city. According to the agenda packet, several of the submissions came from a local youth art school. Many submissions focused on Brentwood and its surroundings, with proposals including a landscape featuring Mount Diablo, shady oak trees in fields and one featuring cherries to promote Brentwood’s status as the “U-Pick capital of the world.” Other submissions were less localized, such as those featuring underwater scenery, koi fish and butterflies. According to city staff, the cost of the project would be capped at $18,000, which would be taken from the city’s Pub-

These are some of the submissions reviewed by the Brentwood Arts Commission as designs to be painted on the city’s utility boxes.

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lic Art Acquisition Fund. The amount in the fund prior to earmarking funds for the utility boxes was $3,236,751, according to the agenda packet. The Public Art Acquisition Fund consists of development fees collected for the acquisition and construction of Public Art and can be used only for public art projects.

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Money raised enables local police and sheriff cars to have memorial flags By Taylor Shepherd Correspondent

Paul Radliff, the vice director of the American Legion Riders out of the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building, has spent the last year and a half raising money to purchase ‘five-by retireable’ American flags that will be put in every police car and sheriff’s car in the area. A five-by retireable American flag is a standard 5-feet by 9.5-feet burial or memorial flag used in or designated for a formal flag retirement ceremony or military/ civil service retirement presentation. “That way, if any active duty, military, law-enforcement officer or veteran is found deceased at the scene they can be covered with an American flag fitting their service to our country,” Radliff said. This project started in April of last year at the Legion Rider Convention in Hollister. “I was with the rider from Southern California who had told me about raising money to put five-by retireable American flags in the police cars in a small town, and I thought about it and thought that was a wonderful idea. So I started that process the day after our convention,” Radliff explained. “I have lived in Brentwood and the local area for 30

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Paul Radliff (fourth from right) presents American flags at the Brentwood City Council meeting on Aug. 25. years. I’ve watched our town grow. I’ve been Brentwood strong and proud for a long time and I honestly can’t think of a single police officer in the Brentwood Police Department that I do not know or at least has shaken their hands one time.” Being in the construction industry, Radliff said he started with the process of going to his trade partners and asking them if they would donate money to this cause. “Not a single contractor I spoke to said they were not interested,” he said. “Then I contacted Allegiant Flags, which

is a metronome business and they agreed to sell the flags. I also had conversations with the American Legion, the Marine

Corps League and the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), American Legion Auxiliary, and The Sons of The American Legion. I explained what I was doing and wanted to do, and they all supported it, and they supported me in the process.” Radliff said that about three months ago, he finally had enough money earned and donated, but he would not disclose the exact amount, to purchase the flags. These flags were presented at the City Council meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 25. “Legion Riders, the American Legion, VFW, the Marine Corps League, the American Legion Auxiliary, The Sons of The American Legion, and I...[presented] these flags to our local police department– the Brentwood Police Department–and the Contra Costa County sheriff’s department,” Radliff said, adding that they did so “with great respect and admiration.”

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time when A.I. was really helpful for you? Abhi: It isn’t a specific event, but whenever I would have a test or quiz, I would ask A.I. to generate me practice tests and flashcards. It was particularly helpful in Geometry or Computer Programming because the classes are content-heavy. Jared: I mean, every time I’m doing something that involves creativity, it’s been really helpful. Like I said before, I’m not really a creative guy, but A.I. does help when it comes to creativity. Ishan: I don’t really think I can answer this question when talking about school, but outside of school, A.I. is a lifesaver. I use it for everything outside school. Rakshith: There’s really only one time where A.I. has been helpful for me in school. It was the day before my Algebra test, and I hadn’t studied anything. I sent all my notes to ChatGPT and asked it to help me cram. Because of the A.I., I managed not to fail. Q: Do you think A.I. makes students better learners, or does it make it easier for students to avoid learning? Why do you think so? Abhi: In my opinion, A.I. makes students much better learners, but only when used correctly. If you’re using A.I. to get answers on your homework, you obviously aren’t processing the information, but using it correctly helps you study more effectively. Jared: It depends on the person in my opinion. If you’re lazy, then you’ll obviously use it to give you answers rather than actually learn. Lazier people will take shortcuts, while students who actually want to learn will use it properly. Ishan: I think it makes students lazier. Even if you aren’t getting the answers directly, you still aren’t doing your own work. There’s a reason why so many kids these days use A.I. They don’t want to put in their own work. Rakshith: I think if you use it correctly, then it makes you a better learner. I know it’s much more convenient to simply ask for the answers, but if you use it correctly, then it absolutely does help with learning. Q: Do you think students can become too dependent on A.I.? Why or why not? Abhi: It’s definitely possible. A.I. can solve answers and do difficult tasks for the user, so instead of using their brains, students just ask A.I. to do the job for see Student A.I. page 6

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Rage for Democracy is hosting a free community barbecue at Veterans Park, 3841 Balfour Road in Brentwood from 5-7 p.m., to bring neighbors together for food, connection, and local support. The event will include free hot dogs and chips, kid-friendly activities, music, and a beginner gardening class led by local residents. Guests can meet neighbors, learn more about Rage for Democracy’s community outreach programs, and help support local families by bringing food bank-style donations or gently used clothing. For details, visit https:// www.eventbrite.com/e/1990822772504

Boats and Berries Festival and Car Show

Bethel Island’s Annual Festival and Car Show from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. It starts with a grand parade followed by 6 hours of free family fun, kids zone, vendors, duck race and music at Community Park and downtown Bethel Island. After-parties and dining at local restaurants.

Discovery Bay Country Club End of Summer Celebration

Join Discovery Bay Country Club on their driving range as they open their doors from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. to everyone for a complimentary end-of-summer event featuring a dunk tank, DJ, jump houses, face painters and more. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. All are welcome. RSVP to mramos@jcresorts.com.

Sunday, August 30 Liberty Lions Band Boosters Mattress Sale

The Liberty High Lions Band Boosters is holding a mattress sale from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Brentwood Community Center at 35 Oak St. Whether you are looking for a budget-friendly upgrade or a luxury sleep system, you will find top brand names like Purple, Beautyrest, and Helix at guaranteed lowest prices. More than 25 models on display, plus adjustable bases, pillows, and premium sheets. Financing and delivery are available. Every purchase directly funds the band’s journey to the championships in Fresno in November; the goal is to raise $22,000 to cover transportation, lodging and food for 161 student performers. For details, contact: Jessica Barry llbandbooster@gmail.com or visit https://www.facebook.com/events/s/2nd-annual-liberty-high-school/26850304114597931/

On the Horizon Friday, September 11 City of Antioch Senior Resource Fair

The city is hosting a resource fair for seniors at the Antioch Community Center, 4700 Lone Tree Way, from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Connect with experts about housing, home care, health and wellness, enrichment programs and community resources. For details, visit antiochca. gov/1112/senior-resource-fair.

Saturday, September 12 Brentwood Lions Club first Murder Mystery Dinner

The Lions Club wants you to help solve a murder in the Wild Wild West starting at 5 p.m. at DeLuna Ranch, 7540 Balfour Road in Brentwood. Tickets are $65. Proceeds benefit Dogs4Diabetics. To get tickets, mail to Brentwood Lions Club, Box 811, Brentwood, CA 94513.

Second Annual Grill & Gather – a Country Barbecue Fundraiser

Doors open at 5:30 and festivities start at 6. There will be line dancing, a DJ, beverages, cake auction and raffle prizes. Tickets include the barbecue and a non-alcoholic beverage. Tickets are $50. Checks payable to Catholic Daughters of the Americas may be delivered to the parish office at 500 Fairview Ave. in Brentwood. For details and registration information, email ihmcda2714@gmail.com.

Saturdays, September 12, 19, 26 Brentwood Neighborhood Clean-up

Brentwood residents who have an active garbage account are invited to participate in free neighborhood clean-up events. Residents can bring up to 2 cubic yards (1 pickup truck load or a small utility trailer load) of unwanted household items including general yard waste, appliances, furniture, mattresses, metal, computers, TV’s and other electronic waste, free of charge, to the Brentwood Transfer Station at 2300 Elkins Way. Residents must register online to attend the clean-up events. Have your City of Brentwood Utility Billing Account number handy. Register at brentwoodca.gov/ cleanup.

Sunday, September 13 ECCHS 38th Annual Community Barbecue Fundraiser

Enjoy a day at the museum or take out dinner from 11 a.m. when the East Contra Costa Historical Society museum opens or the barbecue is served at 1, or take-out begins at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $40 for adults, ages 6-12 ($20) and free for kids younger than 6. For details and tickets, call Shirley McCall at 925-634-4049 or email smccall272@comcast.net.

Harvest Table Dinner

Harvest Table’s 50th anniversary dinner is from 5:30 -8:30 p.m. at Brentwood City Park. It features a five-course dinner celebration prepared by some of downtown Brentwood’s favorite restaurants, featuring locally sourced ingredients, live entertainment, and an outdoor dining experience. Join us as we celebrate Harvest Time’s 50th Anniversary and the city’s rich agricultural heritage. Tickets are $125. For details, visit https://downtownbrentwood.com/event/downtown-brentwoodcoalition-presents-harvest-table-at-city-park/

Friday, September 18 Rotary Club of Oakley Hosts Poker Tournament Fundraiser

The Rotary Club of Oakley invites everyone to its Poker Tournament Fundraiser that will support the third annual Christmas Food & Toy Drive. The event will be at the Oakley Recreation Center, 1250 O’Hara Ave., with doors opening at 6 p.m. Residents of all experience levels are encouraged to participate. Attendees will enjoy dinner, raffles, a cash prize, and opportunities to support the Christmas Food & Toy Drive through monetary donations. Registration is $80 per player. Seating is limited, and advance registration is encouraged. For registration and sponsorship opportunities, contact Laura Agdanowski at (925) 759-1592 or by email at LauraAgent4u@ gmail.com.

Saturday, September 19 Heart of Oakley Festival

The Heart of Oakley Festival is from 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. in Civic Center Plaza and on Main Street from Vintage Parkway and Norcross. The festival is an annual open-air market that brings local makers, families, and residents together to highlight local businesses. For details, visit oakleyca.gov or call 925-625-7041.

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The benefit goes from 5-10 p.m. at the Patriots Jet Center at 760 Osprey C in Byron. Tickets are $275 per person. The 2026 Gala guest of honor and keynote speaker is Colonel Nicole Malachowski, USAF (Ret.). Malachowski made history as the first woman pilot selected to fly with the U.S. Air ForceThunderbirds Air Demonstration Squadron, serving as Thunderbird #3 (Right Wing) from 2005 to 2007. For details, visit http://www.pjtf.org.

Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20 Friends of the Oakley Library Book Fair with Barnes & Noble

The Friends of the Oakley Library fair is at Barnes & Noble, 2475 Sand Creek Road in Brentwood on Saturday, Sept. 19 and Sunday, Sept. 20 from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. A percentage of book and cafe sales will go to the Friends supporting library programs at the Oakley Library. For details, visit http://www.oakleylibrary.org.

Saturday, September 20 Fifth annual La Gran Fiesta Hispanic Heritage Event

The Brentwood Chamber of Commerce presents the fifth annual La Gran Fiesta Hispanic Heritage free event at Brentwood City Park downtown from noon-7 p.m. The festival will feature live music, artisan vendors, food trucks and a car show. For details and sponsorship opportunities, contact the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce at 925-634-3344, www. brentwoodchamber.com or email admin@ brentwoodchamber.com.

Friday, October 2, and Saturday, October 3 Friends of the Oakley Library Used Book Sale

The Friends of the Oakley Library are hosting a used book sale from 5-9 p.m. in the Oakley City Council chambers, 3231 Main St. Gently used books for all ages are priced 50 cents to $2. New this year, Friends members will get early entry on Friday at 4:30 p.m.. If you’re not a member yet, visit the website to join before the sale, or scan the QR code at the sale to unlock early entry the same day. Your purchase helps the Friends provide funds for library programs. For details, visit http://www.oakleylibrary.org.

Saturday, October 17 Dig & Rigs in Brentwood

This is a family-friendly event presented by the Rotary Club of Brentwood from 9 a.m. -1 p.m. where kids can explore the Kid Zone and can enjoy big trucks and climb on construction equipment and emergency vehicles at Cornerstone Fellowship parking lot at 6641 Lone Tree Way. Families can enjoy food trucks, watch live demonstrations and discover careers in public service, the trades and transportation. This fundraiser supports scholarships for local students. For details and ticket information, email rotarydigsandrigs@gmail.com or visit eventbrite.com/e/ digs-rigs-2026-tickets-1991595757523

Freedom High School Car Show Fundraiser

This family-friendly day from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Freedom High School, 1050 Neroly Road in Oakley, brings together car enthusiasts, local vendors, and residents to celebrate school spirit while raising money for safe and sober grad nights, student scholarships, and individual class activities. Admission is free. Judged awards are for Best in Show, Best Paint, Best Interior, People’s Choice, and Builders Choice. Those interested in registering a vehicle for the show or becoming an event vendor can sign up directly at fhsparentsclub.org. Entry is $30. For details, email info@ fhsparentsclub.org or visit fhsparentsclub.org.

Ongoing Events St. Anthony’s Church Food Distribution

Oakley Senior Center food distribution has moved out of their previous location. For the foreseeable future, they will be operating out of St. Anthony’s Church at 971 O’Hara Ave. in Oakley on Thursdays from 1-2 p.m. Residents are asked to bring their own bags/containers. For more information, call 925-783-0818.

Hope House Food Distribution

The distributions are on Monday and Wednesdays from 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. at 218 Pine St. in Brentwood.

IHMC Food Distribution

On the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month, the Contra Costa County Food Bank distributes fruits and vegetables from the parking lot at 500 Fairview Ave. from noon-1 p.m. St. Vincent de Paul also distributes food from the church hall every Friday from 9 a.m.-noon.

East County Rotary Club Meetings Brentwood: The Brentwood Rotary Club

meets weekly on Monday at noon at the Club Los Meganos Event Center at 1700 Trilogy Parkway in Brentwood. For more information, visit www.brentwoodrotaryclub.com. Oakley: The Oakley Rotary Club meets weekly on Thursday at 7:30 a.m. at Black Bear Diner, 3201 Main St. in Oakley. For more information, visit www. rotaryclubofoakley.com. Antioch: The Rotary Club of the Delta meets weekly on Wednesdays at 7 a.m. at Denny’s, 4823 Lone Tree Way in Antioch. For more information, visit www.rotaryclubofthedelta.org. Antioch: The Antioch Rotary Club meets weekly on Thursday at noon at Lone Tree Golf Course & Event Center, 4800 Golf Course Road in Antioch. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/ antiochrotaryclub.

East County Lions Club Meetings Brentwood: The Brentwood Lions Club meets

the first Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St. For more information, visit: www.e-clubhouse.org/ sites/brentwoodca/. Antioch: The Antioch Lions Club meets every second and fourth Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Denny’s on Delta Fair Blvd. Discovery Bay: The Discovery Bay Lions Club meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Discovery Bay Yacht Club. For more information, visit: https://discoverybaylions.com/who-weare/meetings/. Byron: The Byron Delta Lions Club meets every first Friday of each month at 10 a.m. at St. Anne’s Church for more information https://e-clubhouse. org/sites/byron_delta/.

Soroptimists of the Delta

Soroptimists is a global volunteer organization that provides women and girls with access to the education and training they need to achieve economic empowerment. They meet the first Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at the Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St. For more information, call Sonia at 415-717-0294 or visit siofthedelta.com.

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New Assistant County Sheriff has strong East County ties

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Brentwood celebrates Ike Montañez

From left to right: Kevin Reed (Secretary), Tyler Hernandez, Bobby Ramirez (Club President), Tyler Chung Vue, Jack Reed, Countery and Brian Shaffer (Dutch Bros Franchise owners), Arianna Renee Buftalmo, Nicholas DeLuca, Heidi TanK (Club Vice President) and Brentwood Vice Mayor Pa’tanisha Pierson.

East County Revolution FC celebrates 2026 scholarship recipients

School staff and city officials gathered at Isaac R. Montañez Elementary School in Brentwood to celebrate the school’s namesake for his 90th birthday. Montanez served as a teacher, bilingual program director, principal and school board member in the district for almost 30 years, and was on the school board from 1995-2000. Outside of his role as an educator, Montanez has supported various local nonprofits. For several years, his family awarded an annual scholarship to a Hispanic student graduating from the Liberty Union High School District through the Isaac Montanez Family Scholarship Fund. His volunteer efforts were recognized when he was named Brentwood Citizen of the Year in 2005. To view a video and a slideshow, visit www.thepress.net/multimedia

The East County Revolution Football Club Board of Directors celebrated the recipients of the 2026 Revolution FC Scholarship Program recently. This year’s recipients exemplify academic excellence, leadership, character, and a commitment to serving their communities. Following a competitive selection process, these student-athletes distinguished themselves through their dedication, integrity, and pursuit of excellence.

Dutch Bros Community Achievers Award - $1,670 Scholarship Isabel Soto, Nicholas DeLuca, Madison Bitonti, Brookelyn Helmick, Arianna Buftalmo, Kiana Valdivia ECRFC Vision of Excellence Award - $1,500 Scholarship Isabel Soto, Arianna Renee Buftalmo, Nicholas DeLuca ECRFC Leaders & Scholars Award - $1,000 Scholarship Helena “Lena” Martinez, Malerie Darling, Tyler Chung Vue. Nicholas

Brentwood commemorates downtown landmark The Brentwood Gateway Arch marked its 15th anniversary on Aug. 22, an occasion recognized and celebrated by City staff, City Councilmembers and dozens of residents. Commissioned through the 2008 Downtown Beautification Improvement Plan and designed by local architect Lance Crannell of SDG Architects, the Gateway

Arch was created to do more than welcome people downtown. It was designed to tell the story of Brentwood. The celebration also recognized another beloved downtown landmark, the Children’s Fountain, marking its 16th anniversary. For fun facts about Gateway Arch go to https://bit.ly/3SZlm59

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Contra Costa County Sheriff David Livingston has promoted Capt Charlene Jacquez to Assistant Sheriff. Born and raised in East County, Jacquez brings over two decades of public safety experience to her new role. Her career began in 1999 as a 9-1-1 dispatcher and Community Service Officer before joining the Sheriff’s Office in 2006. Over the years, she has served in custody, field operations in Oakley and Lafayette, investigations, and as Station House Commander at Delta Station. Most recently, she led the West County Detention Division as Captain. In her new role, Jacquez will oversee the Administrative Services Bureau, managing Personnel & Finance, Professional Standards, Recruiting, and Training. Jacquez began her public safety career in 1999 with the City of Galt Police Department, as both a 9-1-1 Dispatcher and Community Service Officer (CSO). In 2001, she joined the Brentwood Police Department as a CSO, a position she held for five years. While working full time, she attended the police academy graduating in 2005. In 2006, Jacquez began her career with the Contra Costa Sheriff’s Office as a Deputy Sheriff in the Custody Services Bureau where she worked in detention facilities, served as a Jail Training Officer, and worked in the Classification Unit. Jacquez later transferred to the Field Operations Bureau where her assignments included county patrol, contract City of Oakley, and Detective in Investigations where she handled domestic violence, sexual assault, and homicide cases. In 2022, she was promoted to Lieutenant and assigned as the Station House Commander of Delta Station.

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China can eliminate vehicle hazards; why can’t the U.S.?

Editor: I was encouraged to read the Associated Press article “Tesla is recalling 3M vehicles in China,” reporting that China is addressing a serious safety concern: electronically operated door latches and hidden back-up mechanical emergency releases. Approximately 3.6 million Teslas have been sold in the U.S. and other manufacturers are adopting electronic door latch designs. How many Tesla owners or passengers in Tesla vehicles know how to access the hidden emergency latch release? A mechanical emergency release is of little value if passengers or rescuers cannot quickly find and operate it after a collision, fire or loss of electrical power. Why shouldn’t U.S. safety standards be at least as strong as those of China? Tesla owners — and everyone concerned about vehicle safety — should contact their congressional representatives (www.senate.gov/senators, www.house. gov/representatives) and demand prompt action requiring all vehicles have readily accessible mechanical door latches. When escape from a burning or damaged vehicle is at stake, seconds — and lives — matter. Gary Chambers Brentwood

Take a step back and look

Editor: After spending most of the day recently doing household chores, I had a realization I wish I had come to decades ago. I spent the day doing laundry, dishes, preparing food for my dogs, cleaning the kitchen, and taking care of all the little things that seem to appear every day. As I worked, I found myself reflecting on something I never fully appreciated

while my wife was still with me. It wasn’t simply that she cooked or cleaned. She carried the rhythm of our home. She knew what groceries were running low, remembered birthdays and appointments, kept track of errands, and somehow managed all the countless little details that kept life moving smoothly. She noticed when someone needed encouragement, a helping hand, or simply someone to listen. Then I realized this isn’t unique to my marriage. In many homes, one partner quietly carries the rhythm of the household. They keep track of calendars, shopping lists, birthdays, appointments, family traditions, and a thousand other details most of us never stop to notice. Their work is often invisible because, when it’s done well, life simply feels normal. And perhaps that rhythm is what transforms a house into a home and the people living there into a family. For many years, I worked, repaired what was broken, handled the finances, and did the things I believed were my responsibility. My wife did what she believed were hers. We weren’t keeping score. We were building a life together. One of my favorite sayings has always been, “What’s hers is hers, and what’s mine is ours.” To me, that meant that whatever I earned or accomplished was automatically something we shared. But what she earned or accomplished remained hers, to share with me or anyone else as she felt the need. It wasn’t about money or ownership. It was about love, trust, generosity, and respect. Looking back now, I realize that many of us don’t fully understand what our partner contributes until we’re the one doing those jobs ourselves. Families come in many forms, and every relationship is different. Responsibilities may be shared in different ways. But there is often someone who quietly keeps everything connected,

remembers the little things, and carries the rhythm that makes a family feel like a family. So here’s my thought: Take a step back and look. Look at the person who shares your life. Look beyond the obvious things. Notice the countless acts of kindness, planning, remembering, organizing, encouraging, and caring that happen quietly every day. If you’re fortunate enough to have that person beside you, don’t wait until someday to appreciate what they do. Tell them today. Sometimes the greatest contributions are the ones we hardly notice until they’re no longer there. William Carpenter Brentwood

Trump’s world is a game of winners and losers

Editor: During the bullish 1980s, a brash young man seeking notoriety stepped outside the bounds of his father’s real estate business and decided to take on Atlantic City, N.J. The ocean resort had recently approved legal casino gambling, and exercising the confidence that does not consider consequence, he leveraged enormous sums of money through highinterest junk bonds and, in a span of six years, built three casinos, each larger than the one before and all proudly bearing his surname. The notion that these casinos might compete against each other for a finite customer base did not stop him from his plan to dominate the landscape. After the fanfare subsided and the bills came due, the King of the Boardwalk filed for Chapter 11 protection to avoid bankruptcy. All three casinos were sold at a fraction of their cost. And while investors lost large amounts of money, our hero walked away from the venture

unscathed and unrepentant. He learned that a sucker is born every minute, and continued to commit to money-making cons: a fraudulent university, a selfpromoting ghost-written book, a board game fashioned after Monopoly, steaks, vodka, fragrance, clothing, and a TV game show in which he famously closed each episode with his trademark, “You’re fired!” The failure of each scheme only encouraged him to try another. The unscrupulous young upstart is now 80 years old, but he hasn’t changed, even as the stakes have become much higher. Propelled by an insatiable ego, he ran for president of the United States, convincing susceptible voters that their lives were a disaster and he alone could fix them. Since occupying the highest office in the land, he has gutted essential infrastructure of government, undermined the well-being of those in need, turned immigration into a blood sport, inflicted outrageous tariffs on our closest allies, courted with admiration the world’s tyrants, and committed our military to an unnecessary conflict with no resolution that is costing lives, depleting strategic resources, and throwing the economy into chaos. With such destructive behavior, one might expect a reckoning. Instead, we find our man-child amassing billions of dollars in personal worth with the same self-dealing schemes and illegal practices. To round out his impact on our nation, he strives to build monuments emblazoned with his name, drags common civility through the gutter, and has turned America’s reputation as a bulwark of democracy into a punchline. It appears our miscreant has always seen the world as a game of winners and losers, and it isn’t hard to recognize the cost for anyone else to play. Richard Kushnier Brentwood

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Liberty football before the season opener at Cal - ‘we’re ready’ By Jeff Weisinger Staff Writer

Liberty head football coach Mike Clark isn’t too worried or nervous about the Lions’ season opener at California High Friday night in San Ramon. And he doesn’t have too much reason to be. However, there is one thing that Clark is nervous about, however. “I’m nervous only if the bus shows up late,” he joked following Wednesday’s practice.” He followed that up with a vote of confidence for his team. “These guys can play,” Clark said. “We’re ready.” The Lions have many reasons to be confident heading into Week 1. A week ago, Liberty gave a small glimpse of what the Lions could do this season in their preseason scrimmage at Mt. Diablo in Concord. The biggest takeaway from the team’s scrimmage was their execution, both on offense and defense. The Lions’ first-string offense went right downfield against the Red Devils, scoring in four plays, sparked by a 35-yard strike from senior quarterback Leysen Rodrigues to fellow senior wideout Jordan Page on the opening play. The defense followed that up by shut-

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Liberty’s defense lines up for a play during the team’s practice Wednesday afternoon in Brentwood. ting out the Red Devils, even keeping them within their own half of the field. “We got a good defense,” Clark said following last week’s scrimmage. He added that another part of Liberty’s focus is not just Friday night, but through the season, is “playing downhill.” “From a mentality point of view, we’re going to play downhill and we want to play

on the opponent’s side of the line of scrimmage,” he said. “I really like our front, our front seven, the linebacker unit, and even the back end is really coming together.” He added on Wednesday that Liberty “has to play with discipline and play with violence.” “That’s when we come together as a team,” he added.

Another standout from last week’s scrimmage heading into Friday is their senior quarterback Rodrigues, who is expected to be making his first, and only, opening-day start for the varsity Friday night. “He’s taking the right steps in his quarterback development,” Clark said. “Just the pre-snap operation and getting him lined up and just really running the show like you’d want your quarterback to do. I feel like he’s playing with some confidence. And again, it takes some time to get grooved into the system, but once you get grooved into the routine of playing quarterback in the system, things start to really unlock themselves.” Liberty has another bit of momentum entering Friday night’s opener. Aside from their strong showing in last weekend’s scrimmage, the Lions have not lost a season-opening game since 2021. Clark explained that going on the road to a tough opponent like Cal High is intentional and sets a tone for the season ahead. “They’re going to be well coached,” he said. “They’re going to play with passion and have a similar profile of a program as us. I like the idea of going on the road (to start the season). I think there’s a mindset to that.”

Freedom football readies for Homecoming game By Mason Tovani Correspondent

Freedom football’s first game of the season will be met with all the extra noise, both before the game, in the stands and at halftime. Their Homecoming game will likely draw the Falcons’ biggest crowd of the season with students and the community at large. However, the backing of this football program early in the season can help set an impactful tone. “It’s huge,” head coach Stephen Rodriguez said of the school’s support. “It’s a good pressure having Homecoming as your first game. Having the whole school and community to support us will have a big impact.” “Win or lose, I think fans will leave knowing that Freedom is a different team,” he added. Even though this is a different team compared to seasons past, Rodriguez and his staff are still intent on treating opening week as a game to see what Rodriguez calls the “foundation” in game speed. As the season and the stakes progress, that’s when they (the coaching staff) will add layers to their defensive and offensive schemes. “We will experiment a little, but I talked

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Freedom football practicing goal line drills on Wednesday’s practice ahead of Homecoming game Friday. to the boys today (Wednesday) about running our foundation that we’ve been running since spring ball,” Rodriguez said. “We’re not going to throw too many wrinkles because we want to make sure these kids run the foundation the next couple of games.”

He added: “That’s really what we’re focusing on – X’s and O’s. I think we’re fine with what we have.” After Friday’s scrimmage, the team was given an ‘A-plus,’ as a daily/weekly report card on where they are at as a team. Rodri-

guez and his staff lauded a lot on Friday night after two wins in Pittsburg. But there were no ramifications should they have lost. That’s no longer the case. Rodriguez used ‘anxiousness’ and ‘eagerness’ to describe Friday’s game. Both feelings weren’t out of any worry of what the outcome may be, but rather the anticipation that’s been building as this Friday’s game against Le Grand dwindled down from weeks to days on the calendar. “We had some good (things happen) last week,” Rodriguez said. “Now there’s consequences this week and I guess the feeling is (it’s) business. The anxiousness is there but you treat it like business and there is work to be done.” There was a point made after practice on Wednesday evening that in a game of roughly 110-130 plays, the players have to rely on each other to stay engaged each snap. “I see a group of kids that lean on each other,” Rodriguez said. “They don’t rely on us coaches all of the time, and we have a team that no matter what happens we’ll play hard and play until the fourth quarter ends.” Freedom will host Le Grand on Friday at 7 p.m. for their 2026-27 season and home opener.

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Freedom girls flag football suffers second-straight defeat in BVAL opener Correspondent

After a 27-0 loss to Acalanes High on Monday, Freedom flag football was hoping to get back on track with a win in their Bay Valley Athletic League opener against Pittsburg. However, their 12-0 loss puts them back at the drawing board to gameplan against Heritage on Monday night. The shutout loss also marks the second-straight year that Freedom was shut out in the first two games of the season. Last year the Falcons lost 7-0 to Clayton Valley Charter and 27-0 to the defending BVAL champion Liberty in their first two games. They were shut out in three of their five losses to start the 2025 campaign, scoring a total of 13 points in the skid, before defeating Antioch in their sixth game of the season, 12-6 in overtime, according to MaxPreps. After that, they went on to win six of their next nine games, including a three-game win streak against Pittsburg, Antioch, and Emerald in October. Freedom’s girls flag football program is only in its fourth year in the league so in many ways there are learning curves that coaches and players are still adjusting to, even aside from their

Wallace doesn’t view either of the losses as anything mental. Just two games that didn’t go their way. “It’s not a mentality thing. We’ll just go back to the drawing board and we will be better next week,” Wallace said. Part of the culture that Wallace wants to set is bridging the divide between the junior varsity team and varsity, making sure the program is one. The JV Falcons beat Pittsburg in the final seconds on Wednesday evening, and Wallace, just as elated as the team who got the win, could be seen running up and down the sidelines “That’s what I’m trying to build here, a culture that everyone will buy in (to),” he said. “I love these girls and wouldn’t change it for anything. We’ll stand our ground and see them (Pittsburg) again at the end of the season.”

Freedom head girls flag football coach Pierce Wallace and senior quarterback Olivia Nino during Wednesday night’s game against Pittsburg in Oakley.

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new head coach, Pierce Wallace, who is set on making winning the standard in Oakley. A two-score loss was as close as it seemed on paper. The Pirates had two chances to score and capitalized on both while the Falcons had two scoring chances with deep balls from quarterback Olivia Nino. Both passes were dropped. “We fought but we couldn’t get the balls in the right hands,” Wallace said. “They were big drops but I love this

group and I really want to change this culture and turn this thing around. We’ll get there (and) it takes hard work.”

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Heritage out to ‘be the champs’ after beating Liberty Heritage sophomore Lily Brakel (15) and the rest of the Patriots’ girls flag football team celebrate after defeating Liberty Wednesday night in Brentwood.

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what’s been a strong Lady Lions’ defense in the first half. It’s the most points that the Lady Lions have allowed since they lost 31-0 to California High last year on Oct. 2, and Liberty has posted shutouts in eight of their last 9 games played (Archbishop Riordan forfeited their game on Oct. 10, 2025) dating to last season. Junior Sydnie Hernandez took the reins of the offense and threw a pair of touchdowns in the first half – a 12-yard touchdown pass to Madison Higgins to open the scoring early in the second quarter and a four-yard scoring toss to

Nella Toeaina with just over three minutes left in the half to cap the scoring. Senior Payton Ladrido scored on a seven-yard run in between the two passing touchdowns. “We started off a little rough,” Hernandez said. “I feel like we run on vibes. Once we get the hang of it, we’re good and we’re all fast.” The vibes may have started to shift over to Liberty (4-1, 0-1 BVAL) in the second half. The Lions rallied late in the second half as Alannah Lopez hit Mia Toeaina in the end zone for a 20-yard

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Throughout Heritage’s girls flag football program’s young history, they’ve defeated Liberty just three times: in the debut girls varsity flag football game in 2023, two years ago in the North Coast Section playoffs, and, now, Wednesday night in their 19-12 win against their cross-town rivals. “It’s huge,” Heritage head girls flag football coach Jason Jeffrey said. “I give all the credit to Liberty, but I told the girls ‘if you want to be the champ, you have to beat the champ.’ …We’ve struggled (against Liberty). Last year, we lost the two games by a total of seven points. So we knew we had to put points up and play so well defensively. You can’t walk away and not be proud of their efforts.” Liberty had not given up a point in three games, but the Patriots (3-1, 1-0 BVAL) ended that streak coming into the night by scoring all of their 19 points on

touchdown pass, then Lopez found Tessa Numazu for a 25-yard score midway through the fourth quarter. Liberty had a chance to rally in the final minute of the game, but Lopez was intercepted by Higgins on a deep pass with four seconds left as Higgins sealed the win for the Patriots. “It was really special,” Higgins said about getting the game-ending interception. “Defense is my favorite thing, so it was really special.” Aside from their third win ever against their rival, the win also shows a sense of consistent growth in the program. Heritage’s 3-1 start through the first four games matches their starts in each of the last two years where Heritage not only reached the playoffs, but had strong playoff runs reaching the NCS semifinals in 2024 and the NCS quarterfinals a year ago. The growth of the program has been noticeable to the players, and the win over the Lady Lions is a milestone. “It means so much because for the past few years, we’ve been trying to beat them,” Hernandez said. “It’s been the game (that’s gotten away) and finally we pulled it off.” “We’ve just really been working on our attitude about everything and putting in the work,” Higgins said.

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Nominate local heroes for the 2026 Homelessness Awareness Month Awards

The Contra Costa Council on Homelessness is shining a spotlight on the people who work to make home a reality for everyone. From grassroots advocates to innovative partners, these champions build stability, restore hope, and lead with heart. The council annually recognizes these high achievers in November. The council wants your help to identify who deserves recognition this year. The award categories are: • Phoenix Rising: Celebrating extraordinary individuals with lived experience of homelessness who are using their journey, strength, and voice to inspire and lift up others. • Outstanding Partnership: Honoring collaborative teams, community coalitions, or cross-sector partners who joined forces to solve complex challenges in homeless services. • Outstanding Volunteer: Recognizing a dedicated resident who donates their time, energy, and hands-on service to support neighbors in need. • Outstanding Housing Provider: Highlighting an organization or provider going above and beyond to open doors, secure stable shelter, and create long-term housing solutions. All nominees will be officially recognized for their vital contributions to the local Homeless Continuum of Care. The submission deadline for this year’s nominees is Friday, Sept. 11 at 5 p.m. Visit https://myemail.constantcontact.com/ Know-Someone-Making-A-Difference--. html?soid=1109615552347&aid=ZBZQt XnVQrM to submit your nominee. For details, email contracostacoc@ cchealth.org or call 925-464-0152.

Los Medanos College opens 2026 grant opportunity for East County nonprofits Los Medanos College (LMC) and the Antioch Chamber of Commerce have opened the 2026 request for proposals for the East Contra Costa County Nonprofit Capacity Building Initiative. The initiative is a public-private partnership intended to strengthen nonprofits and community leadership in the region. The funding opportunity, part of $1 million investment from Contra Costa County Measure X (2020), comes as local nonprofits face growing demand while receiving fewer resources than their counterparts in neighboring Bay Area counties. The initiative this year provides $240,000 in sub-grants to support the organization for local nonprofits, including projects to improve organizational effectiveness, sustainability, leadership, infrastructure and paid internships that build the workforce pipeline. Depending on applications, the initiative may award at least 12 sub-grants of $10,000 to $20,000. Nonprofit organizations interested in applying for this money may attend an applicant information session at noon on Sept. 10 and at 5 p.m. on Sept. 15. Ses-

sion details and registration available on the application portal at https://antiochchamber.com/east-contra-costa-nonprofit-capacity-building-initiative/ Application deadline is Sunday, Oct. 18. LMC will announce awards the first week of November, and the grants will be used from January through December 2027. For details, email Grant coordinator La’Cole Martin at nonprofitcapacity@ losmedanos.edu.

Brentwood Rotary and Brentwood Union Elementary School District seek reading volunteers An informational meeting is scheduled for Sept. 8 at 11 a.m. on the second floor of the Brentwood Library at 104 Oak St. to recruit reading volunteers for first graders. Reading volunteers are sought for weekly or bi-weekly sessions. For details, call 925-513-7212 or email jam4920@yahoo.com.

Soroptimist International of the Delta offers financial aid opportunity

The Soroptimist International of the Delta’s Live Your Dream: Education and Training Awards for Women is offering local women $1,000 to $3,000 in financial support. Applications for that money are due by Nov. 15. Finalists can receive additional awards as well, according to a club press release. For more details, or to apply, visit siofthedelta.com or email siofthedelta@yahoo.com

Three in Pittsburg police hierarchy officers sworn in The Pittsburg Police Department announced the swearing-in ceremony three promotions for Captain Will Hatcher, Lieutenant Cory Smith and Sergeant Jerry Sanchez, Jr. Captain William Hatcher began his career with the Pittsburg Police Department more than two decades ago. He was promoted to sergeant in 2013 and served several key leadership assignments, including SWAT Team Leader and supervisor of the Street Team, Narcotics Unit, and Investigations Division. In 2021, he was promoted to Lieutenant, serving as a Watch Commander, SWAT Commander, and overseeing both the Administrative Services and Investigations divisions. Lt. Cory Smith began his career in public service nearly 25 years ago, serving four years on active duty with the United States Air Force, including overseas deployments in support of combat operations. Following his military service, Smith pursued a career in law enforcement and was sworn in as a Pittsburg Police Officer in 2006. During his 20 years with the Pittsburg Police Department, Smith has served numerous specialized assignments, including Field Training Officer, Honor Guard member, Perimeter Response Team member, Tactical Medic, SWAT Operator, and Motor Officer.

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Sgt. Jerry Sanchez joined the Pittsburg Police Department in August 2021, bringing eight years of law enforcement experience and a strong personal connection to the Pittsburg community. Since joining the Department, he has served as a Field Training Officer, Traffic Officer, Fatal Collision Investigator, SWAT Team member, and Marine Patrol Team member.

Moreland named Chief Executive Officer of Sutter Delta Medical Center Sutter Delta Medical Center in Antioch has named Rick Moreland its new CEO effective Aug. 24. Moreland will report directly to Christina Oh, president of the San Francisco East Bay division, the company said in a press release. Moreland brings more than two decades of health care leadership in various divisions. Most recently, he was interim CEO and executive of operations at Sutter Delta Medical Center. Under Moreland’s leadership Sutter maintained its leapfrog ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade.

Vasco Road Safety Improvements Project, Phase 2 completed The State Route 4 Bypass Authority and its consultant have completed the design for the Vasco Road Safety Improvements Phase 2 Project. The work to be done generally consists of constructing approximately one mile of concrete median barrier on Vasco Road with widening of approximately 6,900 linear feet of roadway; widening of one single span bridge (length 113 feet); constructing drainage, stormwater and erosion control facilities; constructing wildlife crossing systems, directional fencing, and Kit Fox and Tiger Salamander jumpouts, constructing retaining walls including mechanically stabilized earth walls and soil nail walls. The State Route 4 Bypass Authority advertised the project the week of August 3 and will open bids in mid-September. The project should be awarded in October 2026, and construction is anticipated to begin in mid-February 2027. To learn more, visit www.contracosta.ca.gov/Vasco-RoadSafety-Improvements-Project.

State accepts applications for land and water conservation fund grants California State Parks is inviting eligible public entities across the state to apply for funding through the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund program, which is offering $27.5 million in grants. The program helps agencies acquire land and develop parks and recreational amenities that support the health and wellness of communities. Applications are due by Jan. 14, 2027, according to a press release from the state. This funding opportunity aligns with the Newsom administration’s Outdoors for All Initiative, which aims to expand

access to Californians’ outdoors. The grants support projects to acquire or develop parks prioritizing recreational opportunities. Up to $6 million can be requested per application. Eligible applicants include cities and counties, federally recognized Native American Tribes, Joint Powers Authorities, park districts, and special districts with the authority to acquire, operate, and maintain public park and recreation areas. Applicants must first submit an online application to California State Parks by the above due date. State Parks will review the applications and forward selected projects to the National Park Service for final review and approval. California State Parks will host virtual and in-person workshops to review the LWCF Application Guide meant to help applicants prepare their application. Visit the State Parks Land and Water Conservation Fund webpage at https://ogals.submittable. com/submit?utm_medium=email&utm_ source=govdelivery for workshop dates, times and locations, and registration information.

Antioch woman faces several charges after driving recklessly Antioch Police officers were dispatched to reports of a white Volkswagen Tiguan being driven erratically near the 1500 block of Yellowstone Drive on Sunday just after 2 p.m.. According to callers, the vehicle had sideswiped another vehicle and nearly struck a pedestrian before continuing through the area, according to an Antioch police press release. Officers located the Volkswagen on Hillcrest Avenue near East 13th Street. The vehicle had two flat tires and significant body damage consistent with multiple collisions. When an officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop, the driver failed to yield, initiating a low-speed pursuit. Despite the relatively low speeds, the driver continued to operate the vehicle erratically, including driving into oncoming traffic lanes while traveling along Hargrove Street toward East 18th St. Due to the continued threat to public safety, officers continued the pursuit. Officers deployed spike strips on East 18th Street, but the driver avoided them by turning into the Rite Aid parking lot near A Street and East 18th Street. Once inside the parking lot, the vehicle slowed, allowing responding officers to box it in. The driver, later identified as Felicia Jackson, 39, attempted to escape by ramming a patrol vehicle. Officers safely removed Jackson from the vehicle and took her into custody. Two patrol vehicles were damaged during the incident, and one officer sustained minor cuts from broken glass. No other injuries were reported. Jackson was treated at a local hospital as a precaution and was subsequently booked at the Martinez Detention Facility on charges of assaulting a Peace Officer with a Deadly Weapon, Driving Under the Influence and evading a Peace Officer While Driving Against Traffic.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Title Order No.: 3885423-2 Trustee Sale No.: 88704 Loan No.: 9160100724 APN: 041-230-026-1 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/2/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 9/21/2026 at 1:30 PM, CALIFORNIA TD SPECIALISTS, AS TRUSTEE as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded on 4/18/2007 as Instrument No. 20070112803-00 in book ////, page //// of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by: JAMES HOOKER III, AN UNMARRIED MAN, as Trustor JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., as Beneficiary WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At: At the North side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at, 65 Civil Ave., Pittsburg, CA, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: Lot 26, as shown on the Map of Subdivision 7808, filed January 11, 1994, in Map Book 370, Page 18, Contra Costa County Records. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: All oil, gas, casinghead gas, asphaltum and other hydrocarbons and all chemical gas, now or hereafter found, situated or located in all or any part or portion of the lands described herein lying more than five hundred feet (500’) below the surface thereof, together with the right to slant drill for and remove all or any of said oil, gas, casinghead gas, asphaltum and other hydrocarbons and chemical gas lying below a depth of more than five hundred feet (500’) below the surface thereof; but without any rights whatsoever to enter upon the surface of said land or upon any part of said lands within five hundred feet (500’) vertical distance below the surface thereof, as reserved in the Deed from Roy G. Lucchesi, et al, recorded July 12, 1989, Book 15191, Page 955, Official Records, and in the Deed from Roy G. Lucchesi, et al, recorded September 14, 1989, Book 15337, Page 440, Official

Records. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2092 SPRINGBROOK CT OAKLEY, CA 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be 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, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $296,340.85 (Estimated) Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. DATE: 8/21/2026 CALIFORNIA TD SPECIALISTS, AS TRUSTEE, as Trustee 8190 EAST KAISER BLVD., ANAHEIM HILLS, CA 92808 PHONE: 714-283-2180 FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION LOG ON TO: https://prestigepostandpub.com CALL: 949-776-4697 PATRICIO S. INCE’, VICE PRESIDENT PPP #26-009276 CALIFORNIA TD SPECIALISTS IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED 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 on 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 the outstanding

lien 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. Please be advised that the trustee may require entity or trust bidders at this trustee’s sale to provide information, documentation and/or certification of the vesting instructions and the data required to be reported pursuant to FinCEN regulations effective for transfers of residential real property to covered transferees on or after March 1, 2026. The required information must be provided to the trustee before a trustee’s deed upon sale will be issued for covered transfer. Additional information regarding these regulations and the required transferee information and certifications can be found at https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/08/29/2024-19198/antimoney-laundering-regulations-for-residentail-real-estate-transfers and https:// www.fincen.gov/rre-faqs#d_5 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 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 949-776-4697, or visit this Internet Web site https://prestigepostandpub.com, using the file number assigned to this case T.S.# 88704. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.” For sales conducted after January 1, 2021: NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of

the trustee sale, you can call 949-776-4697, or visit this internet website https://prestigepostandpub.com, using the file number assigned to this case 88704 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid; by remitting the funds and affidavit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code; so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Disclosure In compliance with CA civil code 2924f(F), the opening bid for the foreclosure sale is based on a valuation provided t the trustee by the lender of the lender’s representative. The trustee does not determine, verify , or opine on the accuracy of this valuation and makes no representation regarding the market value of the property subject to foreclosures (the “Property”). The trustee’s compliance or non-compliance with CA civil code 2924f(f) shall not be construed as an opinion, warranty, or representation regarding (i) the priority of the deed of trust being foreclosed, (ii) the condition of title to the Property, or (iii) any other matters affecting the Property, including the value of the Property. The trustee relies solely on the trustee’s sale guaranty and/or information provided by the lender regarding the lien priority and title condition and does not independently verify such information. All bidders are solely responsible for conducting their own independent due diligence regarding the loan, the Property, its value, the lien priority of the deed of trust being foreclosed, and the condition of the title to the Property. The trustee assumes no liability for the accuracy or completeness of any information provided by third parties, including the lender. The valuation used to determine the minimum opening bid applies only to the initially scheduled sale date. Any postponement or continuation of the sale does not obligate the trustee to obtain or rely upon a new valuation, nor does it alter the trustee’s limited role in the process. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 97491 Publish Dates: August 28, September 4, 11, 2026.

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thority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: a. Date: SEPTEMBER 08 2026 Time: 9:00AM Dept: MARTINEZ-WAKEFIELD TAYLOR COURTHOUSE. b. Address of court: 725 COURT STREET, MARTINEZ, CA 94553. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Petitioner: KARA CLEMENT 1849 Beachwood Common Brentwood, CA 94513 (925) 864-1177 *BRENTWOOD PRESS* 02-1273 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: August 14, 21, 28, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2026-0004169 The name of the business(es): Skyline Dental Located at: 3012 Lone Tree Way Suite 100 In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Leland Li-Chi Yee DDS P.C. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 01/01/2026. Signature of registrant: Li Chi Yee, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 8/4/2026 by Deputy Clerk FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Expires 8/3/2031 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 NAME STATEMENT Publish Dates: August 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026 File No. F-2026-0004246 The name of the business(es): JAGS Plumbing and MeFICTITIOUS BUSINESS chanical Located at: 574 Ash St. In: BrentNAME STATEMENT wood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the File No. F-2026-0004015 The name of the following owner(s): Shannon J Haugen. This business(es): Brian and Clara Piano business is conducted by: an Individual. The Teaching Located at: 251 Eureka Ave In: registrant commenced to transact business Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered under the fictitious business name or names by the following owner(s): listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: 1. Brian Christian Shannon Haugen, Individual. This state2. Clara Christian ment was filed with the County Clerk of This business is conducted by: A Married Contra Costa County on: 08/06/2026 by Couple. The registrant commenced to trans- Deputy Clerk Expires 08/06/2031 act business under the fictitious business Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 name or names listed above on N/A. Sig- Publish Dates: August 14, 21, 28, September nature of registrant: Brian Christian, Party 4, 2026 of Marriage. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County NOTICE OF PETITION TO on: 07/29/2026 by Deputy Clerk Expires ADMINISTER ESTATE 07/28/2031 OF: RON CLEMENT, deceased CASE NUMBrentwood Press No. 02-1273 BER P26-00371 To all heirs, beneficiaries, Publish Dates: August 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026 creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will FICTITIOUS BUSINESS or estate, or both, of: RON CLEMENT, deNAME STATEMENT ceased. A Petition for Probate has been filed File No. F-2026-0003314 The name of the by: KARA CLEMENT in the Superior Court business(es): MuricaCards Located at: 384 of California, County of: CONTRA COSTA. Luna Ct In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby The Petition for Probate requests that: STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF registered by the following owner(s): Joe KARA CLEMENT be appointed as personal USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Alfano. This business is conducted by: An representative to administer the estate of The following person(s) has abandoned the Individual. The registrant commenced to the decedent. The petition requests au-

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Brentwood will hold a public hearing at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the normal course of business permits, on September 8, 2026 to consider the following matter: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRENTWOOD, AMENDING THE COST ALLOCATION PLAN AND SCHEDULE OF CITY FEES TO UPDATE THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THE 2ND STREET EVENT LOT RENTAL FEES. How to View and Participate City Council Members will be participating from the Council Chamber. Members of the public are invited to attend and participate at: Council Chambers, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood CA Council Member Maloney will participate remotely via teleconference from the Town and Country Resort, 500 Hilton Circle North, San Diego, CA 92108. Members of the public may also attend the meeting and provide public comment remotely through Zoom. Remote participants will receive the same public comment time as those attending in person. If remote access is disrupted during the meeting, the open session will recess while City staff make reasonable, goodfaith efforts to restore service. The meeting will remain in recess for at least one hour or until service is restored, whichever occurs first. If service is restored, the meeting will reconvene. If service is not restored, the City Council may adjourn the meeting or continue in open session after adopting the findings required by Government Code § 54953.4 and City Council Policy No. 110-1. HOW TO PARTICIPATE The public is invited to participate in the City Council meeting using any of the following methods: 1. IN PERSON: a. Members of the public can provide inperson comments in the Council Chambers or at Town and Country Resort, 500 Hilton Circle North, San Diego, CA 92108. Members of the public are encouraged, but not required, to fill out a speaker card. The Council Chambers and remote location will have seating available for members of the public to attend in person up to full seating capacity. 2. REMOTE: a. Zoom: www.brentwoodca.gov/vcc or Zoom Webinar ID: 760 1397 0037 b. Zoom Phone Numbers. Dial Toll Free: (833) 548-0276 or (833) 548-0282 or (877) 853-5247. c. During the meeting, each period for public comment will be announced, and participants may use the “Raise Hand” feature on Zoom to request to speak. If calling in via Zoom use *9 to raise and lower your hand. The meeting host will call on you, by name, and enable your microphone when it is your turn to speak. In order to ensure the orderly administration of the meeting using this method, providing your name is encouraged, but is not required. (If you need instructions on how to use this feature, please contact the City Clerk by noon of the meeting date at cityclerk@ brentwoodca.gov or 925.516.5182.) 3. E-MAIL: a. Public comments can also be submitted via e-mail to cityclerk@brentwoodca. gov. Any public comments received up until 3:00 p.m. of the meeting date will be: 1. distributed to the Council via email before the meeting, 2. posted online for public inspection at https://www.brentwoodca.gov/councilmeetingonline, and 3. later summarized in the meeting minutes. b. As e-mails containing public meeting comments are part of the official record, note that personal contact information may be published if it is included with your e-mail. 4. TO WATCH OR LISTEN ONLY: a. The public may view the meeting via one-way video feed by selecting the video option at the City Council Agendas’ link on the City webpage at www.brentwoodca.gov or via the City’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/ cityofbrentwoodca In addition, any other disclosable public records related to an agenda item for the open session of this meeting distributed to all or a majority of the City Council less than 72 hours before any meeting will be made available online shortly thereafter. Dated: August 28, 2026 Amanda McVey City Clerk Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 97501 Publish Dates: August 28, September 4, 2026.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2026-0004028 The name of the business(es): Camberos Accounting & Advisory Located at: 5303 Costa Ct In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Jorge Camberos Soto. 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: Jorge Camberos Soto, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 29, 2026 by Deputy Clerk Expires 7/28/2031 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 97426 Publish dates: August 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026.

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 (949) 776-4697 or visit this Internet Website https://prestigepostandpub. com, using the file number assigned to this case 25-17309. 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. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (949) 776-4697, or visit this internet website https://prestigepostandpub. com, using the file number assigned to this case 25-17309 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Date: 7/30/2026 Prestige Default Services, LLC 1920 Old Tustin Ave. Santa Ana, California 92705 Questions: 949-427-2010 Sale Line: (949) 776-4697 Martha Nuno, Sr. Foreclosure Coordinator PPP #26-008398 Antioch Press No. 061617 97430 Publish Dates: August 14, 21, 28, 2026.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2026-0004274 The name of the business(es): Straw Hat Pizza Located at: 6680 Lone Tree Way In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Listek Enterprises, Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Salvatore J. Listek, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 10, 2026 by Deputy Clerk Expires 8/9/2031 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 97494 Publish dates: August 28, September 4, 11, 18, 2026.

ables, pans, microwave, chairs, 200+ boxes & 10+ bags Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase by cash only. All purchased items sold as-is, where-is, and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Call ahead to make sure sales are still scheduled. Contraband, or items subject to regulation or registration will not be transferred with the liened unit unless otherwise noted. Dates Published 8/28/2026 and on 9/4/2026. Nor Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 604-9695. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 97493 Publish Dates: August 28, September 4, 2026.

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE SELF STORAGE AUCTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the liened personal property described below, pursuant to the provisions of the California Code of Civil Procedure and the provisions of the California Self-Storage Facilities Act, Business and Professions Code Sections 21700 et seq. On the 9th Day of September 2026, at 10:15 AM, the undersigned will sell the contents of liened storage units by public sale by competitive bidding on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at Acorn II Self Storage LLC, at 6900 Lone Tree Way, Brentwood, California 94513, Tel. (925) 240-5000. Self-storage liened units generally include miscellaneous household goods, office or business equipment, furniture, furnishings, clothing, and personal effects. In addition to those general contents, the pre-lien inventory revealed the following described goods: Names: Abraham Guevara- Arm Chair, Dollie, Fans, and Boxes Anita Swab- Dining Table, Chairs, Shoes, and Boxes Eloyse White- Patio Furniture, Lamps, Musical Instruments, and Flat Screen TV Mickelle Walker- Arm Chair, Clothing, Mirror, and Box Frame Jessica Vargas- Auto Parts Only, Portable Clothes Rack, and Totes Maria Baca- Dining Table, Kid’s Bed, Shoes, and Bedding Tiffani Elliot- Ladder, Suitcases, Vacuum, Baby Furniture, and Office Chairs Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase by cash only. All purchased items sold as-is, where-is, and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Call ahead to make sure sales are still scheduled. Contraband, or items subject to regulation or registration will not be transferred with the liened unit unless otherwise noted. Dates Published: 8/28/2026 and 9/04/2026 or Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 604-9695. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 97485 Publish Dates: August 28, September 4, 2026.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-24-1002981-CL Order No.: FIN-24013861 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/11/2013. 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, or cash equivalent if deemed acceptable to the trustee, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): Kevin Dejesus, a single man Recorded: 5/17/2013 as Instrument No. 2013-0125912-00 and modified as per Modification Agreement recorded 4/15/2024 as Instrument No. 20240034400 and modified as per Modification Agreement recorded 6/9/2022 as Instrument No. 2022-0096310 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/15/2026 at 09:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Pleasant Hill Community Center, located at 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. In the Auction.com Room Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $222,065.58 The purported property address is: 265 MESQUITE COURT, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Assessor’s Parcel No. : 012-282-015-2 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 21, as shown on the Map of Subdivision 5871, filed June 24, 1985, in Book 290 of Maps, Page 29, Contra Costa County Records. Except therefrom all oil, gas, mineral and other hydrocarbons, as reserved in instruments of record. All bidders, at the date, time, and place of the scheduled sale, will be required to show satisfactory support to the auctioneer of their ability to pay the amount they intend to bid, unless arrangements have been made with the trustee prior to the scheduled 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 800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-241002981-CL. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 866-645-7711, or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-241002981-CL to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE OWNER-OCCUPANT: Any prospective owner-occupant as defined in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who is the last and highest bidder at the trustee’s sale shall provide the required affidavit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee’s sale or shall have it delivered to QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION by 5 p.m. on the next business day following the trustee’s sale at the address set forth in the below signature block. NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE POST-SALE OVER BIDDERS: For post-sale information in accordance with Section 2924m(e) of the California Civil Code, use file number CA-241002981-CL and call (866) 645-7711 or login to: http://www.qualityloan.com. The above statutorily mandated notices to Tenant, Prospective Owner-Occupant, and Prospective Post-Sale Over Bidders are brief summaries of what may be required under Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. Compliance with all relevant provisions will be required. 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 S San Diego, CA 92108 866-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800280-2832 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Post-Sale Information (CCC 2924m(e)): (866) 645-7711 Reinstatement or Payoff Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION TS No.: CA-24-1002981-CL IDSPub

#0316382 8/14/2026 8/21/2026 8/28/2026 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 97418 Publish Dates: August 14, 21, 28, 2026. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Amanda Marie Rodriguez SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Amanda Marie Rodriguez CASE NUMBER: N26-1368 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Amanda Marie Rodriguez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Amanda Marie Rodriguez to Proposed Name: Amanda Marie Alarcon 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 11/2/2026 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 30 Room: 201 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: August 10, 2026 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 97460 Publish Dates: August 14, 21, 28, September 4, 2026.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 25-17309 Loan No.: **5699 APN: 052-283-005-8 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/28/2023. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Tiffany Lawrence, a single woman Duly Appointed Trustee: Prestige Default Services, LLC Recorded 9/29/2023 as Instrument No. 2023-0094690 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 9/14/2026 at 1:30 PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at, 65 Civic Ave., Pittsburg, CA. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $785,347.36 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 4303 Berryessa Court Antioch, California 94531 A.P.N.: 052-283-005-8 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. All checks payable to Prestige Default Services, LLC. 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

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2026-0004187 The name of the business(es): Zeak Courier Services Located at: 179 Scott Creek Way In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Zeak Transportation LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Danial Muhammad, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 5, 2026 by Deputy Clerk Expires 8/4/2031 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 97440 Publish dates: August 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2026-0004199 The name of the business(es): 1. S & CO. EVENTS AND DESIGN 2. AGRICADEMY Located at: 2500 Chestnut St In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Deborah Spinola 2. Victoria Spinola. This business is conducted by: Joint Venture. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Deborah Spinola, General Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 5, 2026 by Deputy Clerk Expires 8/4/2031 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 97459 Publish dates: August 14, 21, 28, September 4, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2026-0004221 The name of the business(es): Rock City Cabinet Co. Located at: 590 Ash St. In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Lyman’s Woodworking & Construction. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Nathan Lyman, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 6, 2026 by Deputy Clerk Expires 8/5/2031 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 97479 Publish dates: August 21, 28, September 4, 11, 2026.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Andrea Stephanie Gamarra Bardales SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Andrea Stephanie Gamarra Bardales CASE NUMBER: N26-1398 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Andrea Stephanie Gamarra Bardales filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Andrea Stephanie Gamarra Bardales to Proposed Name: Andrea Stephanie Gamarra 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 10/16/2026 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: August 13, 2026 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 021273 97477 Publish Dates: August 21, 28, September 4, 11, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2026-0003433 The name of the business(es): MSBD Located at: 1581 Gamay Circle In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Leslie Salinas. 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: Leslie Salinas, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 26,

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2026 by Deputy Clerk Expires 6/25/2031 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 97461 Publish dates: August 14 21, 28, September 4, 2026. NOTICE OF LIEN SALE Live Oak Storage, 1315 Main Street Oakley, CA 94561, has a possessory lien on all goods stored in the prospective units below. #247 Kevin Albro, #252 Richard Lee Harp, #604 Devin Wright, #3014, #56, #825 Rich Tarantino, #721 Pamela & Larry Guess, #961 Matthew Tarantino, #969 Bobby Cobbins. The goods are described as furniture, tools and miscellaneous personal property items being sold pursuant to the assertion of the lien on September 3rd at 10:30am. In order to collect the amounts due from you. The sale will take place at 1315 Main Street, Oakley, CA 94561 County of Contra Costa, State of California. This lien sale is pursuant to Chapter 10, Sections 21700-21716 of the California Self-Service Storage Facility Act. Auction is to be held by Storage Auction Experts 5860870. The owner reserves the right to bid at the sale. Purchase must be in cash only paid at the time of the sale. Sale is subject to prior cancellation in the event of a settlement between the owner and the obligated party. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 97481 Publish Dates: August 21, 28, 2026.

under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $629,285.85 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, (800) 280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website, www.auction.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 26-12870CA. 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 website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (800) 280-2832, or visit this internet website www.auction.com, using the file number assigned to this case 26-12870CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. 3 File No.:26-12870CA 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. For Pre Sale Information Log On To: www.auction.com or Call: (800) 2802832. For Post Sale Results please visit www.affiniadefault.com or Call (866) 932-0360 Dated: August 13, 2026 By: Carlos Quezada Foreclosure Associate Affinia Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd., Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 (833) 290-7452 NPP0493101 To: OAKLEY PRESS 08/28/2026, 09/04/2026, 09/11/2026 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 97476 Publish Dates: August 28, September 4, 11, 2026.

NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 09/29/2026 at 9:00 AM, PRIME RECON LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 01/30/2007, as Instrument No. 20070029249-00, in book xx, page xx, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA, executed by LARRY SWIFT, AN UNMARRIED MAN, 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), AUCTION.COM ROOM PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CENTER, 320 CIVIC DRIVE, PLEASANT HILL, CA 94523. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State, described as: FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE DEED OF TRUST. APN 032-201-0190 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4944 SANDMOUND BLVD, OAKLEY, CA 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be 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, if any, 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: $385,338.82 IF THE TRUSTEE IS UNABLE TO CONVEY TITLE FOR ANY REASON, THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY SHALL BE THE RETURN OF MONIES PAID TO THE TRUSTEE, AND THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER SHALL HAVE NO FURTHER RECOURSE. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Dated: 8/14/2026 PRIME RECON LLC By: Bailey Goebig, Authorized Signer PRIME RECON LLC 27368 VIA INDUSTRIA, STE 201 TEMECULA, CA 92590 (888) 725-4142 PRIME RECON LLC MAY BE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. FOR TRUSTEE’S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: (844) 901-0998 OR VIEW OUR WEBSITE: HTTPS://SALESINFORMATION.PRIME-RECON.COM 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 (844) 901-0998 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website - HTTPS://SALESINFORMATION.PRIMERECON.COM - for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case: TS#190540. 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 website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (844) 901-0998 for information regarding the trustee’s sale, or visit this internet website HTTPS:// SALESINFORMATION.PRIME-RECON.COM for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned

to this case TS#190540 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. 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. Effective March 1, 2026, new federal regulations (89 Fed. Reg. 70.258) require specified information to be reported on non-financed title transfers of residential real property to covered entities and trusts. In order to successfully bid on applicable properties, the successful bidder will be required to complete, sign, and certify a form providing specified information, including but not limited to the following: All Successful Bidders: Category Information Required Beneficial Owner(s) Full legal names of all individuals who exercise substantial control over the entity, date of birth, complete residential street address, citizenship, and unique identifying number (like tax ID no. or nonexpired passport no.) Legal Name Full legal name of transferee Trade Name Any trade name or “doing business as” name Principal Place of Business Street address, city, state, zip code Tax Identification No. Federal EIN or applicable tax ID Entity Type Corporation, LLC, partnership, trust, etc. Additional Information Required for a Trust: Category Information Required Trustee Information Full legal name, date of birth, complete street address, citizenship, unique identifying number (like IRS TIN, nonexpired passport no.) Legal Name Full name of trust agreement Date Date trust agreement executed Revocability Whether trust is revocable or irrevocable Trust Tax Identification No. EIN or applicable Tax ID No. Authorized Signer(s) Names of individual(s) with authority to act on behalf of trust, date of birth, complete residential street address, unique dentification number (like IRS TIN or nonexpired passport), description of the capacity in which the individual is authorized to act Beneficiary List Full legal names of all beneficiaries Beneficiary Information Date of birth, residential address, tax identification no., ownership or beneficial interest details NPP0493237 To: OAKLEY PRESS 08/28/2026, 09/04/2026, 09/11/2026. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 97484 Publish Dates: August 28, September 4, 11, 2026.

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): Demarvelous Carter, a single man Recorded: 9/4/2019 as Instrument No. 20190144334-00 and modified as per Modification Agreement recorded 9/12/2024 as Instrument No. 20240089885 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/29/2026 at 09:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Pleasant Hill Community Center, located at 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. In the Auction. com Room Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $556,801.86 The purported property address is: 129 EDMEADES CT, OAKLEY, CA 94561-3117 Assessor’s Parcel No. : 037-322-018-5 All bidders, at the date, time, and place of the scheduled sale, will be required to show satisfactory support to the auctioneer of their ability to pay the amount they intend to bid, unless arrangements have been made with the trustee prior to the scheduled 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 800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website http://www. qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-25-1031391-CL. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 866-645-7711, or visit this internet website http://www. qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-25-1031391-CL to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE OWNER-OCCUPANT: Any prospective owner-occupant as defined in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who is the last and highest bidder at the trustee’s sale shall provide the required affidavit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee’s sale or

shall have it delivered to QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION by 5 p.m. on the next business day following the trustee’s sale at the address set forth in the below signature block. NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE POST-SALE OVER BIDDERS: For post-sale information in accordance with Section 2924m(e) of the California Civil Code, use file number CA-25-1031391-CL and call (866) 645-7711 or login to: http://www. qualityloan.com. The above statutorily mandated notices to Tenant, Prospective Owner-Occupant, and Prospective PostSale Over Bidders are brief summaries of what may be required under Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. Compliance with all relevant provisions will be required. 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 S San Diego, CA 92108 866-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Post-Sale Information (CCC 2924m(e)): (866) 645-7711 Reinstatement or Payoff Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION TS No.: CA25-1031391-CL IDSPub #0316773 8/28/2026 9/4/2026 9/11/2026. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 97486 Publish Dates: August 28, September 4, 11, 2026.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Notice is hereby given pursuant to California Business and Professional Codes#21700-21716, Section 2328 of the UCC of the Penal Code, Section 535. The auction will be held online on www. StorageTreasures.com. The undersigned will sell by online sale by competitive bidding the personal property of: Katrina Russell Krista Scott Courtney Viramontes Shane Silloway Koschua Percoats Shacoya Yates Auctioneer Company: www.storagetreasures.com The sale ends at 11:30 am on Friday, 09/11/2026. Goods must be paid for by credit/debit card & removed at completion of sale. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner & obligated party. Run Dates 08/28/2026 & 09/04/2026. Storelocal Oakley 4700 Main Street, Oakley CA 94561 #925-625-7867. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 97502 Publish Dates: August 28, September 4, 2026. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 031-270-026-3 TS No.: 2612870CA TSG Order No.: 260230283 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE UNDER DEED OF TRUST YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED AUGUST 20, 2024. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Affinia Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded August 23, 2024 as Document No.: 20240082500 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by: Jonathan Harvey, an unmarried man, as Trustor, will be sold AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER for cash (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said deed of trust in the property situated in said county and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced deed of trust. Sale Date: September 29, 2026 Sale Time: 09:00 AM Sale Location: Auction.com Room Pleasant Hill Community Center, 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 2 File No.:26-12870CA The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 735 Windward Court, Bethel Island, CA 94511. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any,

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 190540 Title No. 250721649 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 01/17/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU

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dy Gailey said during the public comment. “We don’t know why you’re focusing on us.” She and others argued that Lone Oak Road was safe enough as is, pointing out that the existing sidewalk already sees little use and the installation of one would be a waste of money. Other issues highlighted by city staff, such as lighting, were deemed non-issues by residents because the homes along the road already have driveway lights to illuminate the area. Jim Frazier, a newer resident of Lone Oak Road, explained that the rural ambience of the street was a perk when he bought his house a year and a half ago and that it was an element of the street that he and other residents wanted to preserve rather than needing to modernize. Potential closure of the connection to Grant Street was deemed to be inconvenient by residents and a potential challenge for emergency vehicles by staff. The other proposed solution, the installation of speed bumps along the road, was met with ire by both residents and the council for its price tag.

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Daylight from page 1 channel, there has been a misconception that Daylight Saving Time was introduced to assist farmers, when in reality, it was introduced to reduce the use of coal for electricity, and reserve it for war efforts during World Wars I and II. Today, as well, farmers seem to be indifferent to the changing time clocks. Nicholas Smith of Smith Family Farm said, “We already work disorienting hours (6-7 days a week, waking up at 5 a.m. or earlier) so the extra hour of morning sunshine wouldn’t change much. Our schedule is usually 6 a.m.-6 p.m., but that is dictated just as much by managing the retail aspect of the farm/fruit stand as the farming itself.” Livestock, too, are more used to feeds and tasks by natural time and body rhythms. Reportedly, the twice-yearly change of clocks wreaks havoc on their schedule. A permanent time would be more natural, removing the sudden clock shocks that temporarily hurt milk production and feeding schedules. According to Smith, moving to a permanent Daylight Saving Time would, at best, “give picking crews a little bit of extra time to pick in the mornings during the summer.” School and traffic Darker winter mornings may become a concern for parents with school-going children and commuters. Multiple studies conducted over decades have been inconclusive over whether darker mornings result in more accidents, or do accidents just shift from evening to morning because of the change in ambient light? Lt. Michael Maanao of the Brentwood Police Department acknowledges that. “It is important to clarify that this [permanent Daylight Saving Time] would not actually create more hours of daylight; it would change when those daylight hours occur according to the clock,” he said. “From a public-safety perspective, that means considering where that additional daylight provides the

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Darker winter mornings may become a concern for parents with school-going children and commuters. greatest benefit and where additional darkness could create challenges.” A 1970s experiment could shed more light. During the energy crisis in 1974, the Congress and then-President Richard Nixon passed a law to make Daylight Saving Time permanent in the hopes of saving on looming oil costs. Ten months into the law, the public revoked their support for it, mainly due to more accidents involving children who were going to school. The law also proved to have minimal effect on energy-saving, thus prompting the government to repeal it in October 1974. Children riding buses or walking to school in the dark is risky. But brighter evenings are tempting too. Dana Eaton Ed.D, Superintendent of Brentwood Union School District, agrees. “I think it would be a mixed bag. While you would have more daylight after school for after-school events and family, in December it would be dark until about 8:20 a.m. That would create some safety concerns for pedestrians and traffic,” he said.

Oakley from page 1 they ran unopposed in their districts after nominations closed on Aug. 7, and because an election would incur unneeded costs. Section 10229(a)(1) of the California Elections Code allows city governments to forgo holding elections for city council positions if only one person is nominated for a given position. The last time this happened in Oakley was in 2024, when Councilmembers Aaron Meadows and Anissa Williams were reappointed to their positions as councilmembers for Districts 1 and 3, respectively.

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