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Brentwood gets first look at 2nd new fire station Council “surprised” by proposed design By Jake Menez

Artist’s rendering of the new fire station.

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The Brentwood City Council received an update on Station 90, the fire station to be built in Brentwood on Lone Tree Way and Windy Springs Lane, from the Contra Costa Fire Protection District at its Jan. 13 meeting. The update included an artist’s rendering of a proposed design. Members of the city council were not enthusiastic about the aesthetics. “Hopefully this is not taken as a dig, but it looked like an auto repair center,” Vice Mayor Pa’tanisha Pierson said about the design following the presentation by Deputy Chief Aaron McAlister. “This will come back and this is a first iteration.

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This is good we’re having these early conversations.” Pierson pointed out that the predominantly white parts of the facade reminded her of a Big 5 Sporting Goods rather than a fire station. According to McAlister, the surrounding buildings presented a challenge for the architectural team due

to being surrounded by a church, residential homes and “big box” retailers with which it was not easy to find a design that blends in. “The fire district is completely open to the community and the council’s input,” he added. Councilmember Jovita Mendoza said

Oakley mayor outlines goals for city for 2026

HUGH HENDERSON I also gained a strong understanding of how critical our regional, state, and federal partnerships truly are, especially when tackling projects that support and protect our city’s critical infrastructure. Whether addressing public safety, transportation, or long-term resilience, the most impactful outcomes came from

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Mayor also outlines goals for 2026 By Connor Robles

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The new mayor of Oakley, Hugh Henderson, laid out his goals for his year-long term as mayor at the Jan. 13 Oakley City Council meeting. Henderson praised the city for “the strength and resilience of [its] heart,” pledged to continue work on projects such as the 55-acre park, the Oakley Library, and the Laurel Road extension to Sellers Avenue, and affirmed his support for the Oakley Police Department. Also at the meeting, the

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Editor’s note: This interview with Oakley Mayor Hugh Henderson is part of a series in which local mayors reflect on what they learned in 2025 and what they hope to achieve in the coming year. What was your biggest learning experience as a civic leader in 2025? My biggest learning experience in 2025 was fully realizing how essential teamwork is to creating meaningful, lasting change. Progress doesn’t happen in isolation — it happens when elected officials, staff, residents, and partners work collaboratively toward shared goals. Serving as Vice Mayor gave me a deeper appreciation for the collective effort required to move a city forward.

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New laws impacting schools across California took effect this month. Local districts have already begun to prepare for these. Cellphones Brentwood Union Elementary School District Superintendent Dana Eaton, Ed.D said they started a new policy this academic year, a year early, that prohibits the use of mobile devices on campus. “We called it “Disconnect to Reconnect,” Eaton said. “Our family information page, https://bit. ly/4sBjsV9, is loaded with all kinds of information. It has been very impactful this year in a positive way. We are finding that there are far less distractions in the classroom and that students are also engaging with each other more.” Liberty Union High School District Superintendent Denise Rugani said Liberty Union has been proactive in complying with many of the new laws. Rugani said they implemented their cellphone policy last year, aligning with the new law that took effect this year. “All schools use pocket pouches (lockable fabric sleeves to store students’ cellphones), and the approach has been working well.” Oakley Union Elementary School District Superintendent Jeff Palmquist said their Board and Leadership team began exploring this topic in 2024 in response to “growing interest from their schools and community.” “We held a public presentation on AB 3216 at our November 6, 2024 board meeting, and after incorporating feedback from site leaders and families, we adopted a new cellphone policy on January 15, 2025.”

Assembly Bill 3216, also known as the Phone-Free Schools Act, requires all California public and charter schools to limit or prohibit student smartphone use by July 1, 2026, according to a press release from Gov. Newsom’s office. “Our goal has been to create consistent expectations that support student well-being and minimize classroom distractions, while also maintaining open communication with families,” Palmquist added. All-gender restrooms Eaton said the school district has at least one single-user restroom on every school site that can be used by any student. Rugani said all-gender restrooms have been available at all of their sites for several years. Ultra-processed foods Eaton said they have made strides in their food services program and work to provide students with fresh options every day. “We have partnerships with local farms and students regularly have free access to local fruit,” Eaton said. “We currently serve almost two million free meals per school year serving approximately 4,000 breakfasts and 7,000 lunches daily. AB 1264, which aims to eliminate harmful ultra-processed foods, has implementation phases in 2028 and 2032. The district will implement changes as the law details are developed and implemented. The district has already implemented AB 2316, mandating California schools to remove artificial dye from food by December 31, 2027.” Rugani said the elimination of processed foods will be a “longer-term rollout.” “The law does not take effect un-

til 2035, and the state plans to adopt regulations by July 1, 2028. In the meantime, we continue working with vendors and prioritize fresh produce from local farmers. Additionally, we are updating our Board Policies to reflect new terminology and requirements.” LUHSD Board policies can be found at https://bit. ly/4bvo49k. Palmquist said they are researching new menu items that could meet the requirements for ultra-processed foods and nutrition guidelines. “We are awaiting further clarification and guidance from the USDA, as “ultra processed” needs further explanation,” he said in response to the district’s roadmap needed to get into compliance. While there appears to be no clear consensus on a definition of ‘ultra-processed’ food, Yale University and the Food and Drug Administration define ‘ultra-processed’ foods as including “ingredients and additives not generally used in cooking and contribute to excess calorie consumption.” The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health website adds that it is made with “one or more ingredients that wouldn’t be found in the kitchen, and they “undergo processing techniques like pre-frying, molding, extrusion, fractioning, and other chemical alterations that leave the final products bearing almost no resemblance to the original ingredients.” Eaton added that the cost of healthier food choices is much higher than foods that are ultra-processed. “This will increase our costs. We will have better estimates as we receive further explanation for implementation.” Palmquist said the money for this will come from federal and state funding. “We will likely adjust our purchasing patterns to accommodate.” For more information from the school districts, visit https://www.brentwood.k12.ca.us/, https://www.luhsd.net/, https://www.ouesd.k12.ca.us/

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Burgis takes helm as Board of Supervisors chairwoman

The County Board of Supervisors held its annual reorganization meeting recently at the County Administration Building, ushering in a new chapter of leadership. District 3 Supervisor Diane Burgis was sworn in as chairwoman, and District 4 Supervisor Ken Carlson became Vice Chairman. Burgis and Carlson will lead the five-member Board, which oversees a $7.16 billion budget and serves 1.2 million residents across Contra Costa County. Burgis represents the 222,000 residents of District 3, which includes Antioch, Bethel Island, Brentwood, Byron, Discovery Bay, Knightsen, and Oakley. First elected in 2016 and reelected in 2024, she serves on more than 30 local and regional committees, including as chairwoman of the Legislation Committee, and the Internal Operations Committee. She also leads the Delta Protection Commission and serves on the state’s Delta Stewardship Council. “At a time when our communities are facing complex challenges, I look forward to advancing solutions that strengthen emergency preparedness and public safety, expand access to mental health services, and ensure County government remains responsive, equitable, and accountable to the residents we serve,” Burgis said. For more information about the Board

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LMC accepting nominations for MLK awards until Jan. 23

Los Medanos College (LMC) seeks nominees who recognize community civil rights and social justice champions, and students whose activism sets them apart as emerging leaders. Visit www.losmedanos.edu/mlk to submit a nomination by Jan. 23. Award recipients will be honored at LMC’s 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Awards Celebration at 11 a.m. on Feb. 26 in the Student Union Conference Center of the Pittsburg campus, 2700 E. Leland Road. For a video about the awards, visit https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-aEx-eVjIQ. The award categories: Emerging Leadership Award Recognizes an LMC student or alum who embodies the spirit of King and who within the past year has made a significant difference on the LMC campus or in the local community through advocacy and social justice. They exemplify the principles of King and effect social change. King once said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’”

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Visionary Leadership Award Recognizes an East County resident who demonstrates King’s qualities, and honors individuals who embody King’s strengths as a transformational, servant leader. King inspired others to shape the future articulated in his vision. He focused on the well-being, growth, and empowerment of others and the community he served. Beloved Community Award Presented to a local resident who has a longstanding commitment to service and who best represents the core values modeled by King. At the heart of the quest for the Beloved Community is agape love, which King described as “understanding, redeeming goodwill for all” – a love “seeking to preserve and create community.”

California sees biggest drop in homelessness in 15 years

Gov. Newsom’s efforts to address the decades-long homelessness crisis have decreased by the largest amount in more than 15 years, based on available data, with the number of homeless people dropping by roughly 9% in regions reporting 2025 numbers. These preliminary annual point-in-time counts, calculated using data reported to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, show that Newsom’s

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The Delta Council of PTAs announced the winners of the regional PTA Reflections art contest on Monday, Jan. 12. Winners move on to the countywide competition and will have their artwork on display at the Contra Costa County Office of Education at 77 Santa Barbara Road in Pleasant Hill on Jan. 24. This year’s theme was “I Belong.” Students submitted entries at their schools last fall. Congratulations to: Intermediate Literature Charlotte Mayberry – Timber Point Elementary – I Belong Middle School Literature Cora Labrador – Excelsior Middle School – The Faking Girl Primary Music Composition Shrae Saha – Summer Lake Elementary – Musical heart Intermediate Music Composition Sophie James Stout – Mary Casey Black Elementary – ALL BELONG Primary Photography Eduardo Ramirez Magallan – Mary Casey Black Elementary – I belong in a community Accessible Visual Arts Harley McManimen – Lone Tree Elementary – Abstract Pumpkins Primary Visual Arts Savannah Song – Mary Casey Black Elementary – We all belong Intermediate Visual Arts Arielle Blue Friedeles – Lone Tree Elementary – Rainbow splatter.

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Tuesday, January 20 Hard Rock Casino Bus Trip

Oakley Senior Citizens and EC Tours present the Casino bus trip to Hard Rock Casino. The bus will leave the Oakley Recreation Center at 1250 O’Hara Ave. at 8 a.m. Participants will have five hours at the casino to gamble and eat. The bus will arrive home around 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $49 per person and includes the driver’s tip. To reserve your seat, call the Oakley Seniors at 925-626-7223 or Allan at 925-489-9785. Pay in advance to reserve a seat. Money must be paid by Jan. 16 or your seat may be forfeited. Seats are non-refundable after the 16th, as well as for no-shows on the day of the trip.

On the Horizon Saturday, January 24 10u Oakley Royals Poker Tournament Fundraiser

The event will take place at Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building, 757 First St., with check-in from 5-5:45 p.m. The tournament will start at 6 p.m. Tickets are $75 per person, which includes tournament entry, a drink ticket, dinner and a raffle ticket. A non-player ticket is $40 and includes entry to the event, a drink ticket, dinner and a raffle ticket. The event is only for those 21 and older; ID checked at the door. Register at https://bit.ly/4qZg05n

Discovery Bay Chamber State of the Town Gala

The gala will take place from 5:30-11 p.m. at the Discovery Bay Golf and Country Club, 1475 Clubhouse Drive. The theme will be Roaring ‘20s and attendees are encouraged to dress up in ‘20s-themed outfits. Tickets are $150 each or $1,140 for a table of 8. To register, visit discoverybaychamber.org.

Sunday, January 25 Brentwood Bridal and Quinceanera Fair

This event presented by PETALS, at 2535 Sand Creek Road, Suite 128 in Brentwood from noon-3 p.m., celebrates all things bridal and quinceanera. Whether you’re planning your big day or your quinceanera, find inspiration, meet vendors, and discover ideas. Pre-register for free at https://bit.ly/3LAmoAW. For more information, visit www.petalsoakley.com or Instagram at https://bit.ly/4puomRg

Friday, January 30 Heritage High School Improv Show

Kick off the weekend with the HHS Improv Show at the school at 101 American Ave. in Brentwood. The show starts at 7 p.m. The Improv Team will make up the whole evening up on the spot — characters, song lyrics, situations, and whole scenes. Tickets are $5 per person and are available at hhsrisingstars. seatyourself.biz. Online sales only; no cash at the door.

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Breathe Better Together Brentwood-Benefit for Vasco Forever Helping Families Immerse yourself in therapeutic sounds that calm the mind, heal the body and uplift the spirit. Michelle Powell Evans hosts a fundraiser for the nonprofit Vasco Forever Helping Families from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St.. Ages 12 and older are invited. Admission is $19 (12-17 year old) and $39 (18 and older). Register at www.michellepowellevans. com. The Vasco Forever Helping Families Foundation advocates for change and supports families devastated by traffic accidents. -Sponsored

Friday, February 6 First Tee - Contra Costa “Swing for Success!” gala

First Tee–Contra Costa will host their Swing Fore Success Gala at the Rossmoor Event Center, 1021 Stanley Dollar Drive in Walnut Creek, from 6-9:30 p.m. This evening will bring together community leaders, golf lovers, parents, coaches, and supporters who believe in the power of youth development through

golf. The event will feature special guests Mike Pawlawski and John Collins. The dress code is cocktail attire. Tickets are $125 per person, $800 for a table of 8, or $1,000 for a table of 10. For tickets, visit www.prweb.com/releases/ first-tee--contra-costa-unveils-elevated-swingfore-success-gala-302631924.html. For more details, email Brandon Garcelon at brandon@ tftccs.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.-noon 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.

Several local crab feeds upcoming California’s Dungeness crab season is underway, and many local organizations are hosting crab feeds as fundraisers. Here are some events to support local organizations.

$680 for a table of 8. There will be a 50/50 raffle, silent auction and dessert auction. Use Venmo @oakley-royals12U to buy tickets.

Saturday, January 17 Flor do Oakley Holy Ghost Society Crab Feed

The Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court #2714 and the Knights of Columbus #7467 host their 7th Annual Crab Feed at the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building, 757 First St. Doors open at 5 p.m. and cracking begins at 6 p.m. Tickets are $75 per person and groups are welcome. The night will also feature raffle prizes and door prizes. To register, email ihmcda2714@ gmail.com. Payment options include CDA PayPal online, cash or check made payable to Knights of Columbus Council #7467 and dropped off at the parish office (ATTN: Carol Rojo) at 500 Fairview Ave. in Brentwood. For more information, email ihmcda2714@gmail. com.

Doors open at 5:30 with dinner at 6:30 of appetizers, garlic bread, green salad, clam linguine, clam, cold marinated crab and dessert. Dancing to follow. There will be no to-go bags or boxes. For details, or to buy tickets at $85 each, call Mark at 925-752-5906, Dan at 925-383-2978 or email flordooakley@gmail.com.

Saturday, Jan. 24 Downtown Brentwood Coalition Second Annual Crab Feed

The Downtown Brentwood Coalition will be hosting its second annual crab feed at the Brentwood Community Center at 35 Oak St. This event is for people age 21 and older. Doors open at 5 p.m. with a cocktail hour before a 6 p.m. dinner featuring unlimited crab, Caesar salad, pasta and garlic bread, as well as complimentary soft drinks, water and dessert. Each $85 ticket includes two drink tickets redeemable for adult beverages. More adult beverages are $5 each. The event will also include music and a photo booth as well as a raffle for various prizes. Tickets can be purchased at https://bit. ly/4jhHdgN

Friday, January 30 St. Anne Ladies Only Crab Feed

The 54th crab feed will be at St. Anne Church,

Friday, February 13 Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court and Knights of Columbus 7th Annual Crab Feed

2800 Camino Diablo Road, from 6-10 p.m. with all-you-can-eat crab, garlic bread, potato, and Caesar salad, dessert, beverages, wine and cocktails. There will be dancing, a raffle drawing for a variety of baskets, DJ music, themed table contest along with beverages and cocktails for purchase. Themes must be pre-approved. No outside alcohol, for ages 21 and over only. Tickets are $85, and can be purchased at womens-fellowship.com/crab-feed-fundraiser/

Saturday, January 31 Brentwood Dolphin Swim Club Crab Feast Fundraiser

The Brentwood Dolphin Swim Club presents its third annual Crab & Tri-Tip Dinner fundraiser to help support their 2026 swim season. The event will take place from 5-9 p.m. at the Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St. The dinner will include fresh crab, tri-tip, salad, bread, pasta, dessert, soda and water. There will be music, a silent auction and a raffle. Tickets are $85 and can be purchased at https://bit.ly/4pnnein

Oakley Royals 12U Cooperstown Fundraiser Crab Feed

Doors open at 5 p.m. at the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building, 757 First St., with dinner at 6 consisting of crab, tri-tip, pasta, salad, bread, dessert and a full bar. Tickets are $85 or

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Friday, February 20 2nd Annual IHMCYO Crab Feed Fundraiser

Doors open at 6 p.m. for this fundraiser at the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building at 757 First St. Tickets are $75 for crab and pasta, and a closed bar. A DJ will provide music, and there will be live and silent raffles. Buy tickets at https://bit.ly/48ZGM7t

Saturday, February 21 2026 East County All Star Fundraising Crab Feed

The dinner is at Knightsen Elementary School, 1923 Delta Road, from 4:30-9 p.m. There will be crab, tri-tip, pasta, raffles, auctions, door prizes,

and a no-host bar. General admission is $85. Group tickets are also available. For tickets and more information, visit www.zeffy.com/en-US/ ticketing/ecasf--2026.

Saturday, March 7 Sons of the American Legion Crab Feed

Presented by Sons of the American Legion Squadron 202 Brentwood, the crab feed will be at Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building, 757 First St. Doors open at 5 p.m. and dinner starts at 6 p.m. Dinner tickets are $85. The event is family friendly. For tickets, call Tim at 925-2066738 or Clint at 925-597-7588.

The Network of Care’s 20th Annual Crab Feed

This fundraiser will be held at the Church of the Good Shepherd Parish Hall at 3200 Harbor St. in Pittsburg. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with dinner at 7. There will be raffle prizes, a silent auction and a dessert auction. Tickets are $85 per person. Tickets must be purchased in advance; no tickets will be sold at the door. All proceeds benefit The Network of Care, Feeding Families of Children in Hospitals. To purchase tickets, visit www.eventbrite.com/e/the-network-of-cares20th-annual-crab-feed-tickets-1979165331785. For more information, visit www.thenetworkofcare.org.

Sunday, March 29 East County Little League Crab Feed

Doors open at 5 p.m. for this 21-and-over event, with dinner at 6 at the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building, 757 First St. Dinner includes crab, tri-tip, pasta, salad, and bread. Tickets are $95, which includes an open bar. Tables of 8 are $680. For more information or to get tickets, visit wwweastcountylittleleague.com.

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Brentwood cheerleaders raise more than $15K for Kaleidoscope Connection The Brentwood Blaze cheer program held its 10th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness fundraiser in October. The proceeds were donated to Kaleidoscope Cancer Connection in Byron. The fundraiser was held at the Brentwood Veterans Park, and it raised $15,008.79. The cheerleaders each gathered donations from family and friends, and

then held an event at the Veterans Park that had food trucks, a live band, vendors and artisans, a pink fire truck and pink police car, live entertainment, raffle and silent auction, train rides, carnival games, caricature artist and face painter, and other activities, said Blaze team owner Alison Pack. All the money raised was donated to Kaleidoscope.

OBITUARY Kay Helen Bordi

April 13, 1936 – Dec. 31, 2025 Born Kay Maxwell-Harvey in London, England, she entered the world just prior to the beginning of WWII. The youngest of five siblings by some 10 years, she was always the baby of the family. At age 6, she experienced overhead bombings during wartime raids over London, and was constantly “taking cover” in an underground, backyard “bomb shelter.” At age 16 she worked as a maid in Sir Winston Churchill’s Social Club and in 1953 witnessed Queen Elizabeth II’s Coronation from a second-floor window. That was Kay – always in on all the action. Married at age 18 to a “Yank” (USAF), Kay gave birth to her first daughter, Susan (Cindy). Then in 1956 she arrived at a SAC Air Force Base in Victoria, Texas. where her second daughter, Sheri was born.

Soon after, Kay became a single mom and moved to Long Beach in 1964. Her next move was to San Jose in 1969. It was here in Los Gatos that she met her husband Steve in 1974 and they married in 1976. A teacher and baseball coach at West Valley Community College, he encouraged her to get an AA degree in Business (Real Estate) at WVCC, which propelled her to a successful 20-year career in the fast-growing “Silicon Valley” of Santa Clara County. In 1989, following the “earthquake,” Kay wanted to leave their Santa Cruz home because the more than 200 aftershocks reminded her of the “early childhood bombings over London.” Her next move was to Discovery Bay in 1990 where she lived for 35 years. When she retired, Kay became an integral part of the local community. She became active in the Discovery Bay Lions, Discovery Bay Country Club, Discovery Chamber of Commerce, Discovery Yacht Club, San Joaquin Yacht Club, and the

Brentwood Senior Citizens Club. A gifted and talented artist, she started oil painting in 1990 in a Brentwood Recreation class. Thirty-five years later the class still continues at the club as “A Place to Paint.” She also headed up the annual “Holiday Craft Shows” for both the DBYC and the Brentwood Senior Activity Center for 22 years combined. These were major fundraisers and also for charity. As a vendor at these events her “handmade Santas, and carousel animals became collectibles for many customers. One of her favorite venues was a boutique, “Christmas at the Bent Creek Winery in Livermore. Kay will always be remembered as a very outgoing and fun-loving person – always the life of the party so to speak. She loved to travel, and was always making new friends along the way. She was never much into athletics but learned to love baseball, especially West Valley College baseball and the San Francisco Giants. Her favorite players were future Hall of Famers Buster Posey and Brandon Crawford of the 2010, ‘12, ‘14 World Series champions.

As the “matriarch” of the family, Kay will be dearly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. She leaves behind her husband Steve; daughters Susan Roman and Sheri Holdridge (Bill); grandson, Joshua Coleman (Liz) and granddaughter, Christina Roman; nine great-grandchildren – James, Hannah, Catalina, Adian, Joseph, Matthew, Jaden, Mia and Drake. She was recently pre deceased by her oldest grandson, Anthony Roman, in 2025 (Adriana). A special thank you to her caregivers for the past two years from Hospice, and Sacred Hands Residential Board / Care of Brentwood / Antioch. And to her healthcare providers who gave her such special, loving care – Raj, Angela, Shedra, Don, and Maxine. A memorial for family and friends will be held later in the spring at daughter Cindy’s in Turlock, Calif. around the time of what would have been her 90th birthday.

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Heritage boys basketball beats Deer Valley to win second BVAL game By Mason Tovani Correspondent

The Heritage boys basketball team is a week removed from their 66-57 loss to Freedom High, a game in which they led by double digits after the first quarter. On Tuesday night, they got their second win in the Bay Valley Athletic League, beating host Deer Valley 78-57. Though the Patriots led the entire game and never let the Wolverines get within reach of a comeback, taking their foot off the pedal in big stretches of the game has been a recurring theme. “We get comfortable with the lead and drop our energy and effort level,” Heritage head coach Jeff Carter said. “Usually, it happens in the third quarter. I go back and look at the games and we give up too many points in the third quarter.” Heritage senior guard Jett Libiran prides himself on the energy and effort level when he is on the court. He rarely ever looks for his own shot. Libiran’s most effective role is finding the open man, guarding the other team’s top players and everything in between.

Senior guard Jett Libiran stands at the free throw line during Heritage’s 78-57 win over Deer Valley– the team’s second BVAL win.

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At the Stonebarger Tournament, Carter praised both Libiran and Darius Walker as two players he trusts in any situation, the two players he wants out on the court. And when he was sidelined for multiple games in December, Libiran knew his teammates missed his on-court leadership and intensity.

“I saw it as what my absence did,” Libiran said. “Not discrediting my teammates, they are doing their best. But being a starter, I know that I have a lot of responsibility on my shoulders to make our whole team better, and I tried to do my best from the bench. But there was only so much I could do. I

want our whole team better so I always try to bring energy and make it contagious.” “Our team needs more energy and that’s what I try to bring,” he added. “I’m not going to score every point, so I try to do what I can to make everyone else better.” The Patriots are 10-7 with 11 games left and 11 games to break the habit of becoming comfortable and content. That message is emphasized every day, Carter said, and another opportunity awaits them on Friday when they’ll host Emerald High at 7 p.m. “We work on it every day at practice,” Carter said. “They get told ‘It’s time to dig deep.’ It’s not a talent thing, it’s not an Xs and Os thing. You have to stay playing all game. We have a saying we write everywhere, ‘no plays off.’ I keep reminding them; you don’t get to rest. If you rest, all of a sudden you’re down 10.” Libiran added: “There’s only so much you can do by talking to your teammate or yelling at them. You have to be the one to lead, and they have to see you doing what you’re trying to tell them. Then they’ll be like, ‘OK, he’s not just yelling at me to yell at me. He’s actually trying as well.”

Liberty girls basketball wins third straight game before entering six-game BVAL stretch By Mason Tovani Correspondent

The Liberty girls basketball team has played only four league games out of the 17 this season. On Saturday they played their second-to-last-non-league game, beating Kimball High 40-33. The goal for head coach Mike Gregory and his team is to win the Bay Valley Athletic League and make the North Coast Section playoffs. So whether they are on the road, at home, playing league and non-league games, it is the experience that matters for Gregory. “Basketball is basketball,” Gregory said. “Yes, you have to put a little more effort in BVAL games, but every game is important because it’s a learning experience. Everyone is going to throw different things at you that will get you ready for league. You have to be ready for any changes that happen, you have to be flexible and adapt where necessary.” On both Friday and Saturday’s games, the Lions had 17 turnovers in back-to-back wins — a number that Gregory wants to reduce while simultaneously ramping up the intensity and making sure that every defensive and offensive possession has an intention behind it. “The mind and body have to be there.

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Liberty girls basketball head coach Mike Gregory coaches his team during a second half timeout on Saturday’s 40-33 win versus Kimball High. It’s not just about going overboard and being aggressive,” Gregory said. “(In) some of our games we’re aggressive and then we’re fouling. You have to be aggressive in your decision making, in your finishing… you see the game, you read the game, you play the game.” “Less turnovers allow us to have more

shots but we have to have a better shot selection.” Freshman Izahbella Molina Valverde is the hub through which the Lions’ offense flows. Her team-high 12-points helped improve their record to 10-7. Gregory says her youth is what will make her a great player in time. Even through the ebbs and flows

throughout the season and in the game, the freshman point guard is comfortable with the ball. And that’s what the team needs. “She’s still young and she’s going to have a great future as she continues to grow,” Gregory said. “She is the floor general. A lot of people are hesitant. (For) her she has the sort of mindset where she can attack and do things. But as she gets more experience she’ll have a better shot selection.” After their previous two games in which they outscored their opponents 12565, the Lions had to gut out a win on Saturday against Kimball. Their 10-point fourth quarter was enough to keep Kimball from making a run in the final minutes. “It’s the ugly wins, (but) a win is a win, and it helps us. But it is for them to understand that you’ll have these games but can you do better,” Gregory said. “If we’re going to play down to their level and turn the ball over and not do the right things, then to me it’s a learning experience for them. You take this win and yesterday’s (last Friday) win but you need to grow. Our goal is a journey, our goal is (the) BVAL (title).” Liberty will enter a six-game stretch of BVAL games over the next three weeks, the first of those at Pittsburg on Jan. 16 at 6:30 p.m.

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Better sleep for teens: why it matters How to improve it to be more alert Imagine trying to get through the day with your phone stuck on one reception bar. Apps load slowly, messages lag, and everything feels frustrating. That’s what your brain is like without enough sleep: thinking, focusing, and remembering all slow down, and even simple tasks feel harder. For many students, however, busy schedules filled with homework, sports, and social activities often lead to staying up late and cutting back on sleep. Despite this, sleep is a basic need, not a luxury, and getting enough of it is one of the most important things teenagers can do to support their health, mood, and academic performance, as it plays a vital role in nearly every aspect of daily life. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends that teens get 8 to 10 hours of sleep each night, yet Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data shows that 78% of U.S. high school students report sleeping less than 8 hours on an average school night, which can harm their overall well-being and success. When you sleep, your brain works hard behind the scenes. It organizes memories, builds new connections, and prepares you for the next day. According to the National Sleep Foundation, good sleep also improves focus and mood, helping students stay alert during class and retain information more effectively.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 181406 Title No. 250073618 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 07/26/2021. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 02/18/2026 at 1:30 PM, PRIME RECON LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 07/28/2021, as Instrument No. 2021-0210802, in book xx, page xx, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of California, executed by ROBERT RUSSELL KUTZNER, 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), AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PITTSBURG CIVIC CENTER NEAR THE GRASS LOCATED AT 65 CIVIC AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA 94565. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State, described as: FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE DEED OF TRUST. APN 031-102-052-3 and 031102-017-6 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 3250 STONE RD, 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, 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: $685,709.70 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: 12/24/2025 Prime Recon LLC By: Jorge Rios-Jimenez, 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) 9010998 OR VIEW OUR WEBSITE: https:// salesinformation.prime-recon.com 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 (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#181406. 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#181406 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. NPP0482905 To: OAKLEY PRESS 01/09/2026, 01/16/2026, 01/23/2026 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 96152 Publish Dates: January 9, 16, 23, 2026.

commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 06/23/2010. Signature of registrant: Jon G Gonsalves, Party of Marriage. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 5, 2025 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/04/2030 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 96095 Publish dates: December 26, 2025, January 2, 9, 16, 2026.

fictitious business name or names listed above on 12/31/2025. Signature of registrant: Ryan Stewart, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 12/31/2025 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/30/2030 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2026-0000118 The name of the business(es): Flower Of Hope Photography Located at: 173 Monet Dr In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Nayeli Jesslaray Loya 2. Joseph Patrick Loya This business is conducted by: A Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/8/2026. Signature of registrant: Nayeli J Loya, Party of Marriage. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 9, 2026 by Deputy Clerk Expires 1/8/2031 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 96209 Publish dates: January 16, 23, 30, February 6, 2026.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006326 The name of the business(es): 1. Theatre of Public Speaking 2. Capra Studios Located at: 565 Bartlett Ct, In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Misty Megia 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: Orlando Megia, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 12/09/2025 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/08/2030 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: January 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006066 The name of the business(es): D&O Polaris Inc Located at: 4799 Bayside Way In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): D&O Polaris 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 7/29/2020. Signature of registrant: Darrell Flores, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: November 21, 2025 by Deputy Clerk Expires 11/20/2030 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 96130 Publish dates: January 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006262 The name of the business(es): Sup”Air”Man Cooling And Heating Located at: 1599 Sycamore Dr In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Jon G Gonsalves 2. Joann M Gonsalves. This business is conducted by: A Married Couple. The registrant

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006555 The name of the business(es): Giuseppe Bologna Pasticceria Located at: 4608 Nopah Street In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Joseph Bologna. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 01/01/2025. Signature of registrant: Joseph Bologna, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 12/22/2025 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/21/2030 Publish Dates: January 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 2026-0000022 The name of the business(es): Bay Area Rentals Located at: 420 Grangnelli Ave In: Antich, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): HK Property Management 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: Ajay Banga, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 01/04/2031 by Deputy Clerk Expires 01/04/2031 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: January 16, 23, 30, February 6, 2026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006495 The name of the business(es): Catch A Ride Located at: 4101 Rocky Point Drive In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): WANNAICECREAM LLC. 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: Christopher Jennings. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 12/18/2025 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/17/2030 Publish Dates: January 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006710 The name of the business(es): Stewart Healthcare Construction Specialists Located at: 620 Garcia Avenue Suite A In: Pittsburg, CA 94565, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Stewart Heating And Air, Inc.. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006411 The name of the business(es): HEART’N MIND COUNSELING Located at: 191 Sandcreek Rd, #230 In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): HEART’N MIND FAMILY COUNSELING CORPORATION. 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 2/1/2021. Signature of registrant: Raquel C Hare, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 15, 2025 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/14/2030 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: December 26, 2025, January 2, 9, 16, 2026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006166 The name of the business(es): Pittsburg Police Officers Association, Pittsburg POA Located at: 65 Civic Avenue In: Pittsburg, CA 94565, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Pittsburg Police Benefit Association. 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: Jerry Sanchez, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 12/01/2025 by Deputy Clerk Expires 11/30/2030 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2026

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO ANNEX TERRITORY (ANNEXATION No. 1) TO LANDSCAPE & LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT No. 23-1 (ORCHARD GROVE) FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Brentwood will, at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the normal course of business permits on January 27, 2026, hold a public hearing on, and take the following actions related to consider: The annexation of the Orchard Grove North project to Landscape & Lighting Assessment District No. 23-1 (Orchard Grove) for Fiscal Year 2025-26; to accept public comments, to tabulate ballots, and to take action on the Final Engineer’s Report, including ordering the maintenance of improvements, confirming the diagram and assessment; and authorizing the levying and collection of the assessments. City Council Members will be participating from the Council Chamber. Members of the public are invited to attend and participate at: the Council Chambers, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood CA As a courtesy and technology permitting, members of the public may provide remote public comment during public hearings and on business items via the City’s Zoom Platform. However, the City cannot guarantee that the public’s access to teleconferencing technology will be uninterrupted, and technical difficulties may occur from time to time. In those instances, so long as the public may still attend the meeting in person, the meeting will continue. In addition, the Zoom participation option is provided to the public as a courtesy in order to facilitate participation. If Zoom participation is not enabled, the meeting will continue with public attendance in person only. Members of the public desiring to provide comments as a part of the meeting are encouraged to either submit written comments by 3:00 p.m. prior to the meeting or to attend the meeting in person. 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 in-person comments in the Council Chambers. Members of the public are encouraged, but not required, to fill out a speaker card. The Council Chambers 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 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 www.brentwoodca.gov/meetings 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: 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 A Resolution of Intention to annex territory to Landscape & Lighting Assessment District No. 23-1 (Orchard Grove) as Annexation No. 1 and to levy and to collect assessments for Landscape & Lighting Assessment District No. 23-1 (Orchard Grove), Annexation No. 1 was approved by the City Council of the City of Brentwood on May 27, 2025, by Resolution No. 2025-55. Information regarding the Final Engineer’s Report for the annexation of territory to Landscape & Lighting Assessment District No. 23-1 (Orchard Grove)

may be obtained from the Parks & Recreation Department, City of Brentwood, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California 94513, (925) 516-5444. If you challenge any City Council actions in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence or voicemail delivered to the Brentwood City Council, at or prior to, the public hearing. Dated: January 16, 2026. Amanda McVey, City Clerk Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 96178 Publish Date: January 16, 2026.

commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 12/29/2025. Signature of registrant: Samuel Armenta, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 29, 2025 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/28/2030 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 96182 Publish dates: January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2026.

DEED OF TRUST, at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale reasonably (Estimated as of 01/16/2026) $547,872.03. The amount may be greater on the day of sale as accrued interest, costs and fees, and any additional advances, will increase the figure prior to sale. The current beneficiary under the DEED OF TRUST (the “Beneficiary”) hereby elects to conduct a unified foreclosure sale pursuant to the provisions of California Commercial Code Section 9604(a) (1)(B) and to include in the non-judicial foreclosure of the estate described in this Notice of Unified Trustee’s Sale all of the personal property and fixtures described in the DEED OF TRUST. The Beneficiary reserves the right to revoke its election as to some or all of said personal property and/ or fixtures, or to add additional personal property and/or fixtures to the election herein expressed, at the Beneficiary’s sole election, from time to time and at any time until the consummation of the trustee’s sale to be conducted pursuant to the DEED OF TRUST and this Notice of Unified Trustee’s Sale. The personal property which was given as security for trustor’s obligation as described in the DEED OF TRUST. No warranty is made that any or all of the personal property and/or fixtures still exists or is available for the successful bidder and no warranty is made as to the condition of any of the personal property and/or fixtures, which shall be sold “as is” “where is”. The Beneficiary 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. 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 (949) 776-4697 or visit this internet website https://prestigepostandpub.com, using the file number assigned to this case 25-16192. 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. Date: 12/29/2025 Prestige Default Services, LLC 1920 Old Tustin Ave. Santa Ana, California 92705 Questions: 949-427-2010 Sale Line: (949) 776-4697 Nida Taylor, Foreclosure Coordinator PPP #25-009938 Antioch Press No. 061617 96154 Publish Dates: January 9, 16, 23, 2026.

ment was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 5, 2025 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/4/2030 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 96131 Publish dates: January 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026.

Khushboo Patel, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 24, 2025 by Clerk Expires 12/23/2030 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 96205 Publish dates: January 16, 23, 30, February 6, 2026.

completion of sale. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner & obligated party. Run Dates 1/9/26 and 1/16/26. Storelocal Storage 190 Sand Creek Road, Brentwood CA 94513 #925-240-7353. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 96180 Publish Dates: January 9, 16, 2026.

RIGHT TO FARM DISCLOSURE The City of Brentwood has declared its policy to protect and encourage agricultural operations in its General Plan and has adopted a “Right to Farm Ordinance.” If your property is located in the city, near an agricultural operation, you may at times be subject to inconvenience or discomfort arising from those operations, including noise, odors, fumes, dust, smoke, insects, the operation of machinery (including aircraft) during any time of day or night, the storage and disposal of manure, and the ground or aerial application of fertilizers, soil amendments, seed, herbicides, and pesticides. These and other similar inconveniences will not be considered a public nuisance if they are conducted according to proper and accepted customs and standards. The Right to Farm Ordinance establishes a grievance procedure to help resolve any disputes between agricultural operators and their neighbors. This is only a summary of the Right to Farm Ordinance. If you wish further information about the meaning or effect of the ordinance or the grievance procedure set forth in it, please contact the City’s Community Development Department at 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA 94513 or call (925) 516-5405. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 96214 Publish date: January 16, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006251 The name of the business(es): SMARTKIDS Located at: 1509 Noia Ave In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Irma Nohemi Sauceda Nunez De Dormes. 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: Irma Sauceda Nunez De Dormes, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 4, 2025 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/3/2030 Antioch Press No. 061617 96108 Publish dates: December 26, 2025, January 2, 9, 16, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006515 The name of the business(es): East Bay Host Services Located at: 2908 N Francisco Way In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Enrique Guzman. 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: Enrique Guzman, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 19, 2025 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/18/2030 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 96105 Publish dates: December 26, 2025, January 2, 9, 16, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006546 The name of the business(es): JC TREE SERVICE Located at: 4633 Palomino Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): ULLOA 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 8/13/2020. Signature of registrant: Mauricio Ulloa, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 22, 2025 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/21/2030 Antioch Press No. 061617 96133 Publish dates: January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006663 The name of the business(es): Sammie Armenta Landscape Co. Located at: 5467 Alvar Loop In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Samuel Armenta. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2026-0000119 The name of the business(es): Lil Loonies Mini Pancakes & Lemonade Located at: 3725 Pintail Drive In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Jaime Garcia Zaragoza. 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: Jaime G Zaragoza, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 9, 2026 by Deputy Clerk Expires 1/8/2031 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 96207 Publish dates: January 16, 23, 30, February 6, 2026. NOTICE OF LIEN SALE Self-storage Cube contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner, 1790 Vineyard Drive, Antioch CA 94509 to satisfy a lien on February 05, 2026 at approx. 01:00 PM at www.storagetreasures.com: Matthew Karen, Jennifer Zaragoza, Johnathan Kilgore, Christil Weaver, James Hall, Cecilia Woodard, Jessica Murphy, Genaro Basilio, Elva Denegri, Eric Goodin, Luther Jacobs, Frank Robinson, Johnny Ramos. Antioch Press No. 06-1617 96215 Publish Date: January 16, 2026. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 25-16192 Loan No.: ******5018 APN: 055-190-052-5 Order Number: 2690148CAD NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUSTDATED 5/24/2023. 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. On 2/2/2026 at 1:30 PM, Prestige Default Services, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant that certain DEED OF TRUST dated 5/24/2023 (“Deed of Trust”) recorded on 5/31/2023, as Instrument No. 2023-0051445, of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by T’S & Sons L.L.C., A California Limited Liability Company (“Trustor”), as trustor, to secure obligations in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (‘“MERS”), AS BENEFICIARY, AS NOMINEE FOR CASTLE MORTGAGE CORPORATION DBA EXCELERATE CAPITAL ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, 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). Checks must be made payable to Prestige Default Services. At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at, 65 Civic Ave., Pittsburg, CA, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under the DEED OF TRUST in the property situated in said County, California, as more fully described on said Deed of Trust. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 5113 MARITA DRIVE, Antioch, California 94531 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 warrant, 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 (including, without limitation, default interest) and late charges thereon, the prepayment premium, legal fees and other costs, fees, expenses and charges, and advances, and interest thereon, and the fees, charges and expenses of the undersigned trustee (“Trustee”) as provided in the note, loan agreement and other loan documents secured by the

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006259 The name of the business(es): Veridian HCM Solutions Located at: 2289 Spartan Terrace In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Veridian HCM Solutions 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: Diane K Tebbets, CEO. This state-

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006370 The name of the business(es): Joeys Equipment Repair Located at: 11350 Byron Hwy In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following Owners 1. Joe Placencia: 2. Shealyn Renno. This business is conducted by: A General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Joe Placencia. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 11, 2025 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/10/2030 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 96094 Publish dates: December 26, 2025, January 2, 9, 16, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006374 The name of the business(es): S/K Plumbing Company Located at: 730 Allender Way In: Rio Vista, CA 94571, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Shayea Abbas Korin. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 06/27/2023. Signature of registrant: Shayea Korin, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 11, 2025 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/10/2030 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 96091 Publish dates: December 26, 2025, January 2, 9,16, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006408 The name of the business(es): MAVHAIR NATURALS AND TRICHOLOGY SERVICES Located at: 1938 Las Colinas Dr In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Mavis Anima Lemboe. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 01/15/2024. Signature of registrant: Mavis Lemboe, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 15, 2025 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/14/2030 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 96093 Publish dates: December 26, 2025, January 2, 9, 16, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006493 The name of the business(es): Diamond Wings Reiki Located at: 2380 Fairview Ave. Suite A In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Vickie Sue Davis Flores. 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: Vickie Davis Flores, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 18, 2025 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/17/2030 Brentwood Press No. 021273 96106 Publish dates: December 26, 2025, January 2, 9, 16, 2026.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2026-0000010 The name of the business(es): Juiced Up Located at: 229 Continente Avenue In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): BAM24 CO. 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: Brandon Morales, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: January 2, 2026 by Deputy Clerk Expires 1/1/2031 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 96183 Publish Dates: January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2026. NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Kwesi Addo Dodi, deceased CASE NUMBER P25-01928 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Kwesi Addo Dodi, deceased. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Kofi Afari Dodi in the Superior Court of California, County of: CONTRA COSTA. The Petition for Probate requests that: Kofi Afari Dodi be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: a. Date: 5/19/2026 Time: 9:00 a.m. 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: Kofi Afari Dodi 1741 Mediterraneo Way Brentwood, CA 94513 925-470-0813 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 96158 Publish Dates: January 9, 16, 23, 2026.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006559 The name of the business(es): THE UPS STORE 6508 Located at: 52 Golf Club Rd In: Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Chudi Iwu. 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: Chudi Iwu. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: December 22, 2025 by NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Deputy Clerk Expires 12/21/2030 BrentOF PERSONAL PROPERTY wood Press No. 02-1273 96113 Publish Notice is hereby given pursuant to dates: January 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026. California Business and Professional Codes#21700-21716, Section 2328 of FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the UCC of the Penal Code, Section 535. NAME STATEMENT The auction will be held online at www. File No. F-2025-0006630 The name of StorageTreasures.com. The underthe business(es): Bright Smile Home signed will sell by online sale by competiDaycare Located at: 2886 Oregold Lane tive bidding the personal property of: In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby reg- Amanda Coyle istered by the following owner Gayatri Juan Lopez Enterprise LLC. This business is conducted Tarikh Hudson by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Veronica Ortiz Organization: MD. The registrant com- Auctioneer Company: www.storagetmenced to transact business under the reasures.com The sale ends at 11:00 fictitious business name or names listed am 1/23/2026. Goods must be paid above on N/A. Signature of registrant: for by credit/debit card & removed at

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Cynthia White Johnson SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Cynthia White Johnson CASE NUMBER: N25-2410 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Cynthia White Johnson filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Cynthia White Johnson to Proposed Name: Cynthia White Griffin 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 4/1/2026 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: December 17, 2025 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 021273 96127 Publish Dates: January 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Danielle Haley Rosenbaum SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Danielle Haley Rosenbaum and Jihobanny Josue Lopez CASE NUMBER: N25-2437 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Danielle Haley Rosenbaum and Jihobanny Josue Lopez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Sophia Emilena Rosenbaum - Lopez to Proposed Name: Sophia Emilena Lopez 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 4/3/2026 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: 12/22/2025 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 96134 Publish Dates: January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2026. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Maria L. Yerena Solorio SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Maria L. Yerena Solorio CASE NUMBER: N26-0023 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Maria L. Yerena Solorio filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Jazmin - Vazquez Yerena b. Azucena - Vazquez Yerena c. Rosemarie - Vazquez Yerena to Proposed Name:

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a. Jazmin Vazquez b. Azucena Yerena c. Rosemarie Vazquez 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: 2/27/2026 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 b. Must be served on father + minors or their consent. Date: 1/7/2026 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 96203 Publish Dates: January 16, 23, 30, February 6, 2026.

pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SONOMA 3055 CLEAVELAND AVE. SANTA ROSA, CA 90048 877-750-6500 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Jake Hertzberg, Esq. M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers 6300 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 807 Los Angeles, CA 90048 (877) 750-6500 DATE (Fecha): 5/23/2025 9:20AM Clerk, by (Secretario): Robert Oliver, Dept (Adjunto) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 96181 Publish Dates: January 16, 23, 30, February 6, 2026.

letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 COURT STREET, MARTINEZ, CA 94553 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): THE DUNNING LAW FIRM APC California DFPI Debt Collector License #10059-99 (858) 974-7600 James MacLeod (249145) Christina C. MacLeod (283945) 9619 Chesapeake Dr., Suite 210, San Diego, CA 92123 DATE (Fecha): 7/24/2025 10:52 AM Clerk, by (Secretario): C. Padilla, Dept (Adjunto) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 96157 Publish Dates: January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2026.

signed will sell by online sale by competitive bidding the personal property of: Orlando Alta Mirano Melissa Seals Ron Stabile Rosario Sanchez Auctioneer Company: www.storagetreasures.com The sale ends at 11:30 am on Friday, 01/23/2026. 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 01/9/2026 & 01/16/2026. Storelocal Oakley 4700 Main Street, Oakley CA 94561 #925-625-7867 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 96179 Publish Dates: January 9, 16, 2026.

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 800-2802832 or visit this internet website Www. ndscOrp.com/sales, using the file number assigned to this case 24-00842-QQ-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet 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 a “representative of all eligible tenant buyers” you may be able to 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 888-264-4010, or visit this internet website www.ndscorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 24-00842-QQ-CA 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 a “representative of al! eligible tenant buyers” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code, the potential rights described herein shall apply only to public auctions taking place on or after January 1,2021, through December 31,2025, unless later extended. Date: 12/18/2025 National Default Servicing Corporation c/o Tiffany and Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1455 Frazee Road, Suite 820 San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free Phone: 888-264-4010 Sales Line 800-280-2832; Sales Website: www.ndscorp.com Deandre Garland, Trustee Sales Representative A-FN4861320 01/09/2026, 01/16/2026, 01/23/2026 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 96153 Publish Dates: January 9, 16, 23, 2026.

north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at, 65 Civic Ave., Pittsburg, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $731,710.91 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 540 GEMSTONE WAY OAKLEY, California 94561 A.P.N.: 037-620-011-9 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 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 25-15083. 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 25-15083 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: 1/5/2026 Prestige Default Services, LLC 1920 Old Tustin Ave. Santa Ana, California 92705 Questions: 949-427-2010 Sale Line: (949) 776-4697 Martha Nuno, Senior Foreclosure Coordinator PPP #26-000066 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 96206 Publish Dates: January 16, 23, 30, 2026.

poration, 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: Sandeep Bhandal, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 12/16/2025 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/15/2030 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: December 26, 2025, January 2, 9, 16, 2026

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Sean Farley & Carmen Farley SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Sean Farley, Carmen Farley CASE NUMBER: N25-1979 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Sean Farley & Carmen Farley filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Kayla Marie Farley to Proposed Name: Rylan Marie Farley 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: 1/28/2026 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 b. Need consent of minor. Date: 10/8/2025 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 96107 Publish Dates: December 26, 2025, January 2, 9, 16, 2026. PUBLIC NOTICE “Assorted household furniture, clothing, and personal effects” Justin A. France @ 5739 Cutter Loop, Discovery Bay CA 94505 may reclaim the property by 2/1/26 before it is sold or disposed Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 96191 Publish Dates: January 16, 23, 2026. SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): 25CV03629 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): Anthony Victor Alioto; and DOES 1 to 10 YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): Teresa Marie Hurst NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): C25-02118 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): AARON MCPHERSON, an individual; and DOES 1 to 5, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF OMAHA, a National Banking Association NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A

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 under-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 24-00842-QQ-CA Title No. 240163759-CA-VOI A.P.N. 033-410-0435 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 03/07/2018, 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 tire highest bidder for cash, cashier’ s check(s) drawn on a state or national bank must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation, 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; will be held by the duty 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 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 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: Alia Y. Urazayeva, an unmarried woman Duly Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation Recorded 03/30/2018 as Instrument No. 2018-0049277-00 (or Book, Page) of the Official Records of Contra Costa County, California. Date of Sale:: 03/03/2026 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: Pleasant Hill Community Center, Auction.com Room, 320 Civic Drive; Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 Estimated amount of unpaid balance mid other charges: $295,586.11 Street Address or other common designation of real property’: 110 Kings Canyon Way, Oakley, C A 94561-5207 A.P.N.: 033-410-043-5 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. 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 requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) were fulfilled when the Notice of Default was recorded. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding oh this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on alien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction docs 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 oh this notice of sale may be postponed one or more

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 25-15083 Loan No.: ******4735 APN: 037-620-011-9 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/27/2022. 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: THUCUYEN NGUYEN, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Duly Appointed Trustee: Prestige Default Services, LLC Recorded 6/29/2022 as Instrument No. 2022-0106220 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 2/9/2026 at 1:30 PM Place of Sale: At the

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006448 The name of the business(es): 1. BRIK Real Estate 2. BRIK RE Located at: 50 Crestridge Court In: Danville, CA 94506, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Brik Real Estate Inc. This business is conducted by: A Cor-

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006381 The name of the business(es): East Bay Mobile Phlebotomy Located at: 1368 Sandstone Dr, In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Filmon Gebrekidan. 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: Filmon Gebrekidan, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 12/11/2025 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/10/2030 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: December 26, 2025, January 2, 9, 16, 2026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006720 The name of the business(es): CRE8 IT Located at: PO BOX 201 In: Knightsen, CA 94548, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Klear Koncepts 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 02/24/2025. Signature of registrant: Douglas Gusimat, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 12/31/2025 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/30/2030 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2025-0006311 The name of the business(es): Rocki’s Chicken Wings & Tenders Located at: 3350 Main St, Suite E In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Rocki’s Chicken Wings & Tenders, 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: Jose Paredes-Mora, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 12/08/2025 by Deputy Clerk Expires 12/07/2030 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2026 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Kerian Lee Villia SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Kerian Lee Villia, CASE NUMBER: N252116 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Kerian Lee Villia filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Kerian Lee Villia b. AKA Kerian L. Villia to Proposed Name: a. Kerian Lee Presley 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 02/20/2026 Time: 9:00am 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: October 28 2025 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press Brentwood Press 02-1273 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: January 16, 23, 30, February 6, 2026

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Brentwood Chamber announces annual ‘Celebrating Brentwood’ gala Public asked to vote for local businesses, organizations, and individuals Preparations for the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce’s annual “Celebrate Brentwood” gala are underway, with a new approach to the nomination process this year. The gala is dedicated to honoring the people, businesses, and organizations that make Brentwood an exceptional place to live, work, and do business, the chamber said in a press release. The event will bring together community leaders, entrepreneurs, and residents for a night of celebration, connection, and recognition. “Last year’s gala welcomed 300 guests, and the Brentwood Community Center was filled wall-to-wall — making it clear that we had outgrown the space and needed a venue that could support both our attendance and our evolving vision,” said Katie Ramsey, director and gala chairwoman. “This year, we’re moving to a larger venue-Lone Tree Golf & Event Center- as we are anticipating approximately 350 attendees with the flexibility to continue growing in the years ahead.” In addition to the expanded capacity, the Chamber is reimagining the format. Guests will enjoy an Italian-themed buffet prepared by the Lone Tree Golf & Event Center, a dance floor, a live cigar-rolling demonstration and lounge experience, a nohost bar, and two photo booths. It will also feature interactive experiences like Brentwood Trivia, presented by the East Contra Costa Historical Society, as well as opportunities for networking among community and business leaders. The Chamber is also presenting its first cash scholarship to the Young Professional of the Year and

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Fire Station from page 1 resembling something that would fit in with their homes rather than taking inspiration from the architecture of the nearby church. “I think this is an area that needs that resource, but I was surprised to see the design,” Mayor Susannah Meyer agreed. “I felt there was a lot of conversation that happened with the last fire station design presented, and I feel like there should be some understanding of the standards that we’re looking for.” Other concerns from residents that Mendoza and Councilmember Faye Maloney highlighted included those about lights, noise and traffic. Maloney, who lives in the neighborhood near where the fire station will be built, said that residents were hoping tall walls would surround the station to minimize lights and noise, while also saying that residents would like there to be vegetation on the wall to make it more visually pleasing. Concerning traffic, residents said

they did not want an access gate on Windy Springs Lane. McAlister’s presentation acknowledged that the two fire vehicles that would operate out of Station 90 would exit on Lone Tree Way. No vote was required by the Council on the presentation, but they acknowledged that there would be further discussions about the design of the $23 million fire station in future City Council and Planning Commission meetings. Station 90 is one of two new fire stations coming to Brentwood, the other being Station 94 on First Street downtown. In 2024, County Supervisor Diane Burgis explained the importance of more fire services in Brentwood, calling improvements to fire protection services particularly important to Brentwood homeowners, who have faced non-renewed insurance policies. According to Burgis, Brentwood is rated a Class 4 town by the Insurance Services Office based on the previous level of protection previously provided by East Contra Costa Fire

2026 Goals from page 1 northeast portion of the city. This space represents an important opportunity to expand recreational access, preserve open space, and enhance quality of life for current and future residents. Equally important is identifying the funding and partnerships necessary to complete the Laurel Road extension. This project is critical to improving connectivity, supporting emergency access, and relieving congestion as our city continues to grow. In 2026, my goal is to turn planning into progress by aligning funding, regional co-

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Protection District, which impacts homeowners’ insurance rates. The increase in staffing and response times could potentially lead to a more favorable rating to Class 3 or better and reduce insurance costs, she said. Other topics discussed include: • The City Council recognized the 30year anniversary of local business Willy’s Bagels, hailing the family-owned chain of bagel shops as a pillar of the community for both food and for the owners’ history of giving back to the community. • The 5-0 approval of the purchase of five replacement vehicles and one new vehicle for the Public Works Department. According to the staff report for the meeting, the vehicles would be one front loader waste collection truck, one street sweeper, one Ford Explorer and two Police Interceptors, as well as one new rolloff waste collection truck. The cost would be $1,596,083 of which $1,240,047 was previously included in the approved operating budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.

operation, and community priorities to move these longawaited projects closer to completion. What should residents be excited for in the coming year? Residents have a lot to be excited about in the year ahead. One of the most anticipated milestones is the groundbreaking that sets in motion the relocation and expansion of our library to downtown Oakley. This project represents a major investment in education, lifelong learning, and community connection, creating a modern and welcoming space that will serve residents of all ages

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Cafe Costa was notified that the county would impose a cap of 282 meals per month due to the county. Henderson laid out a list of key projects that the city would focus on during 2026: • The 55-acre regional park, for which they would search for local, state, and federal funding • The extension of Laurel Road to Sellers Avenue, a “vital infrastructure improvement that will strengthen connectivity” • Breaking ground on the Oakley

The Council’s vote amends the budget to include the additional $356,036 for the increased cost of two of the replacement vehicles. • During the public comment portion of a closed-session meeting held directly before the regular meeting, members of the public and the family of Yolanda Ramirez, the Brentwood woman who died in a local hospital after experiencing a medical emergency in police custody, expressed frustration that the city plans to wait until up to Feb. 28 to release the body camera footage from the incident. Many speakers repeated rallying cries of “justice delayed is justice denied” and “justice for Yolanda.” More about the city’s decision to release the body camera footage and the ongoing investigation surrounding Ramirez’s death can be found at https:// bit.ly/45VKnkT The full meeting can be watched at https://bit.ly/4b1AYvK

for generations to come. Equally exciting is the breaking ground on the new train platform in downtown Oakley. This project is a significant step forward for mobility and regional connectivity, supporting commuters, strengthening our downtown, and helping attract desirable businesses that bring entertainment options and economic vitality to Oakley. Together, these projects reflect meaningful progress and a shared commitment to building a vibrant, accessible, and forward-looking Oakley.

City Council from page 1 cember, however, the center was notified that the county would impose a cap of 282 meals per month due to the county, which funds the meal program, underestimating how many meals would be served. Administrative Services Director Jeri Tejeda presented three options to the council: • Either the city could pay for all meals over the meal cap from the General Fund, with an estimated monthly cost of $800 per month until the end of fiscal year 2025/’26 • The center could stop serving meals once the cap is reached • The city could pay for a set amount of meals over the county cap to keep costs from increasing significantly. The council unanimously approved the first option, funding the meal program until the end of the fiscal year, when it is anticipated that the program can be fully paid for by the county once again. Mayoral statement Henderson began his statement by complimenting Oakley residents, calling the city “a place built on shared purpose,” where families grow and neighbors look out for one another. He promised to provide honest leadership, and explained that he has dyslexia, which may cause him to mispronounce words at times. Despite this, he gave words of encouragement to people with disabilities, saying that “there’s no limit on what you can do,” with himself as an example.

Library, a symbol of learning that “will be a hub for students, families, and longtime learners, blending tradition and modern innovation.” The mayor also pledged to continue supporting the police department with “services, resources, staffing, and technology,” so that they could help ensure a high quality of life for Oakley residents. Henderson said “progress isn’t all

about the projects built, it’s about the culture we build together,” and he promised to lead with “civility, mutual respect, and decorum,” saying that “government functions best when we treat each other with dignity.” “Oakley, this is our year of opportunity,” Henderson said in closing. “Let’s make this year the best year yet.” Councilmember George Fuller praised Henderson’s statement for its encouraging words for people with disabilities, but criticized the mayor’s words on civility and decorum, saying that “we have to come back at criticism with something other than ‘you’re just an awful person.’” Other councilmembers did not comment on Henderson’s speech. In other council news: • Oakley Police Chief Paul Beard introduced his department’s newest lieutenant, Kevin Morris, to the council after Morris’ swearing-in ceremony earlier in the day. Morris, an 18-year police veteran who has demonstrated a strong affinity for leadership, according to Beard, is being trained to replace retiring Lt. Logan Cartwright.

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