The Coast News, December 9, 2022

Del Mar Fairgrounds halts new sportsbook after Prop 26 failure

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SANDAG shakeup looms

By Steve Puterski

REGION — The November election will transform the San Diego Association of Governments board of directors and may push out the agency’s chief executive officer, Hasan Ikhrata, who has been challenged for questionable spending.

Newly elected mayors

in Escondido, Chula Vista and National City, along with new council members in Vista and Carlsbad, will likely move the board in a more conservative direction.

Escondido has been without a representative on SANDAG since January, when the council removed Democratic Mayor Paul McNamara. Republican chal-

lenger Dane White recently defeated McNamara in the city’s mayoral race, but the Escondido City Council has yet to appoint him to the SANDAG board.

Republican John McCann and Ron Morrison, a right-leaning independent, are the new mayors in Chula Vista and National City, respectively.

Chula Vista, the second-largest city in the county, may give Republicans more control if the board

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Del Mar to install cameras

City OKs license plate readers at key intersections

By Laura Place

DEL MAR — The city of Del Mar is partnering with the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department to install license plate recognition cameras to assist investigations into serious crimes, joining other cities throughout North County that have implemented similar programs.

Five cameras will be installed on traffic lights at main intersections in the city by the end of December, according to Assistant City Manager Clem Brown.

At a Monday meeting, the City Council approved a payment of $28,790 to the Sheriff’s Department for the cameras to be operated for three years.

Lt. Christopher Lawrence said the data gathered by the cameras, which use the Rekor license plate recognition (LPR) software, will be used solely for investigations into crimes such as homicides, child abductions, assaults and series of burglaries.

“It’s very limited to an open criminal investigation — that’s the only time this data is able to be used,” Lawrence said. “It can’t be used to support red light camera violations or anything like that, and it has nothing to do with speeders or anything like that. Again, it’s just

A group of former San Diego State University football players, including ex-Buffalo Bills punter Matt Araiza, will not face criminal charges in the alleged gang rape of a teenage girl at a house party last year. Story on 9 Photo via Twitter/SDSU

SANTA AND MRS. CLAUS wave to hundreds of onlookers before a tree lighting organized by the Carlsbad Rotary clubs on Dec. 4 at Village Faire. More local Holiday Happenings on Page 20 Photo by Steve Puterski

Blakespear outlines her goals as new state legislator

Fairgrounds open to trying again if a new sports betting measure hits future ballot.

GOP gains could mean big changes for CEO, agency IKHRATA

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By Laura Place

DEL MAR — The Del Mar Fairgrounds has halted plans to launch a potentially lucrative new sportsbook after the failure of a state proposition that would have legalized in-person sports betting at private horse race tracks and tribal casinos.

The 22nd District Agricultural Association, the board managing the fairgrounds, voted in the fall of 2021 to make sports betting a permitted activity at its off-track wagering center pending the passage of Proposition 26.

Ultimately, the proposition was one of two sports betting measures soundly defeated in this election, being rejected by over twothirds of California voters. Proposition 27, which sought to legalize online sports betting statewide, faced an even more decisive loss with 80% of constituents voting “no.”

Following the election, Fairgrounds CEO Carlene Moore said the Fairgrounds would shelve all efforts for the new sportsbook at this time. This includes finding an operator to manage the planned first-class sportsbook, where sports wagering could have taken place simultaneously with horse race betting at the racetrack.

However, she said the Fairgrounds is open to the possibility of trying again

if another sports wagering measure comes before voters in the future.

“If California voters are supportive of sports wagering in the future, the 22nd DAA remains interested in the opportunity to further its mission to connect our community through shared interests, diverse experiences, and service to one another in an inclusive, accessible, and safe place with an emphasis on agriculture, education, recreation, and entertainment,” Moore said.

Even more than race tracks, propositions 26 and 27 spelled out major impacts for tribal casinos. The majority of California’s tribes supported Proposition 26 and opposed 27, warning that the expansion of online sports betting would impact the sovereignty of tribes which depend on income from casinos.

Advertising for both measures focused heavily on tribal support, and often failed to mention sports betting — and in the case of Proposition 26, race tracks — at all. Campaign spending on the two sports betting measures was among the most expensive in the state’s history, with over $300 million spent on advertising by supporters and opponents of both propositions.

Over 30 states have legalized sports betting in some form, but for now, that possibility remains out of reach for California at least until the next election cycle.

“It’s clear voters don’t want a massive expansion

of online sports betting, and they trust Indian tribes when it comes to responsible gaming,” said Mark Macarro, Tribal Chairman of the Pechanga Band of Indians in San Diego County. “As tribes, we will analyze these results, and collectively have discussions about what the future of sports wagering might look like in California.”

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Holiday stress busters

By Bryan Golden

41% of those polled are stressed by the holidays. Fortunately, there are many ways to bust holiday stress. Set realistic goals. Your expectations should correspond to your circumstances, time and money. Don’t try to outdo family and friends. You don’t have to impress anyone.

A wonderful holiday season doesn’t have to be expensive. Set a manageable budget and stick to it. Determine before you go shopping how much you will spend on food and presents. Entertaining doesn’t have to cost a lot. Sumptuous meals can be prepared without expensive ingredients. Use your imagination and creativity.

If there are lots of people on your gift list, contact them and agree to a maximum cost for each gift. They will probably appreciate a pre-set spending limit as much as you will. Consider making your own gifts, such as baked goods or crafts.

A variety of free or low-cost activities are available. Many communities provide holiday programs such as parades and winter carnivals. Informal gatherings with friends and family can be lots of fun without obligating anyone to host a big party.

Accept relatives and friends for who they are. Put aside differences; don’t try to resolve them during gatherings. Bringing up past issues will not add to the seasonal joy.

Divorced parents need to be extra sensitive to their children’s emotions. Make children’s needs a priority and avoid using them as pawns. Children want to spend time with both of their parents so work together to facilitate reciprocal visitation.

If you are hosting a meal or party, ask each guest to bring a dish. Delegate responsibilities to your spouse and children. Everyone will feel included and no one has to carry the full load.

Don’t snap at others. Have rules and guidelines for older children returning home for the holidays. Ask guests to supervise their children if they get too rambunctious.

Plan ahead for what you want to accomplish before the holiday rush starts. You can pace yourself if you have enough time. Spreading out activities leaves you calmer and more relaxed.

Prioritize what you want to accomplish. Organize your time to allow for the most important tasks. Say no to requests that don’t fit your plans. Be flexible.

Make time for yourself. Maintain a healthy lifestyle by eating proper-

ly, exercising and getting enough sleep.

It’s normal and OK to feel sad during the holidays. Life is unpredictable and brings many changes. Don’t compare today with the good old days from your past. Take charge of your life. Don’t act like a victim. Spend time with supportive and caring people. Help others by volunteering. Whenever you bring a smile to someone’s face, you will feel better too.

Make realistic resolutions. Set goals you can accomplish. Don’t abandon your resolutions after a few weeks. After the holidays, actively working toward your goals will keep you positive and focused on the good in life.

Bryan Golden is the author of “Dare to Live Without Limits.” Contact Bryan at Bryan@columnist.com or visit www.DareToLiveWithoutLimits.com.

California fares well in ‘Great Resignation’

Millions of Americans have quit their jobs each month over the last year and a half — essentially ever since vaccines reduced the frequency and intensity of bouts with most variants of COVID-19.

At the same time, some California cities emptied at generationally high rates, with San Francisco the best example, losing more than 6% of its populace to the new white-collar reality of working at home, with location almost completely irrelevant.

Workers can be in Montenegro as easily as Montebello, and hardly anyone will know the difference.

This creates unprecedented worker mobility all over the country, as huge numbers take months or years off and survive on savings or fortunes accumulated via stock options over the last 15 years.

It also causes many of the “help wanted” signs appearing in the windows of myriad workplaces, from post offices to Starbucks, small bakeries, customer service telephone centers and restaurants.

It means shorter menus, too, as cooks and chefs are hard to find. It’s also a time of finding your own merchandise at big box stores, helpful salespeople now scarcer than ever.

Radio ads even offered $3,000 signing bonuses to new bus drivers in Los Angeles, treatment normally reserved for individuals with specialized abilities and training.

Since California leads the nation in almost every social and economic trend, good or bad, the expectation might be that more folks are resigning their jobs here than anywhere else. That presumption would be dead wrong.

New findings from the WalletHub website, which tracks a variety of economic trends, show California ranks as the No. 38 state in resignations. Just 2.53% of workers here have quit their jobs over the last year, the website found.

Florida, whose governor continually compares his state to California, ranked fourth in resignations, as almost twice as high a proportion of its populace quit.

Texas was 28th, while Alaska led the great resignation, with a 4.7% annualized rate of departures. Maybe it’s the cold, dark winters and physical isolation that comes with living in most parts of that physically huge state.

Why is California faring better than the vast majority of other states in this societal upheaval?

It may be the long experience of the tech indus-

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try with gig workers, who for many years have moved around frequently while hunting for ever greener pastures.

Where in most states there is a large pay gap between job shifters and long-term workers, that is much less common in California.

Nationally, says the Cantabria economic blog, the average pay differential is 7%, with — for example — the median salary for established software development managers at $131,000, while new hires in the same job get a median pay of $143,000 regardless of age or experience.

To avoid that differential, which can spur resentful longtime employees to search for new jobs, companies must constantly grant raises and bonuses to existing workers so newcomers don’t outpace their pay. If those firms then hit unexpected hard times, it can lead to layoffs, which lately have hit companies like Meta and Salesforce.

The almost constant upward momentum all this created over the last 20 months is one reason U.S. wages overall rose 4.7% in that time.

Many California companies are long accustomed to these phenomena, which created massive new wealth for youthful high-tech workers at companies like Google and Apple and Hulu.

Most Silicon Valley companies see to it that longer-term employees are at least as well off as new hires. Failure to do that would lead to shuffles and a much higher California resignation rate.

Women, too, are using the great resignation to eliminate much of the longtime pay gap between themselves and men. CNBC reports 85% of women workers believe they deserve pay increases and 65% think the resignation wave gives them more leverage to get them.

Of the 47 million Americans who quit jobs in 2021, most of those responding to surveys cited better pay and benefits as reasons. It’s still unknown if women actually reduced the pre-existing 18% pay gap between them and white males in similar jobs.

All this may be inconvenient for businesses, but it’s also providing bonanzas for many thousands of workers.

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Store clerk shot in armed robbery

By City News Service

OCEANSIDE — Police are seeking two suspects today stemming from an armed robbery at a convenience store in Oceanside that left an employee hospitalized with a gunshot wound.

Just before 4:30 a.m. on Sunday, Oceanside Police responded to the AM PM mini-mart connected to an Arco gas station at 1990 Oceanside Boulevard to find an employee, a man whose identity was not released, suffering from a single gunshot wound to the abdomen, according to authorities.

The suspects entered the store, pointed a gun at the victim, and demanded money, according to the OPD.

The employee tried to chase the robbers out of the store with a stick when one of the suspects opened fire on him, striking his abdomen area with a bullet, according to police.

The victim was taken to the hospital, and his status was unknown, according to authorities.

The suspects are described as two 5-foot, 10inch Hispanic males approximately 20 to 25 years old, according to the OPD.

One suspect was dressed in black hooded sweatshirt with black pants, and black shoes and was armed with a black semi-auto handgun while the second robber wore a gray New Balance hooded sweatshirt with black sweatpants and black shoes, according to authorities.

OPD detectives were actively investigating the shooting and trying to locate the suspects.

Anyone with information is asked to call OPD's Crimes of Violence detective at 760-435-4698.

Woman charged with embezzling funds for canceled school trips

A San Diego-based travel agent has been charged with embezzling hundreds of thousands of dollars paid by more than 150 parents for school trips that were canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Marie Colette Martin, 52, is accused of spending the funds on personal expenses rather than refunding parents after the trips were canceled.

She has pleaded not guilty to 27 felony counts of grand theft and seller of travel violations. Prosecutors allege more than $415,000 was embezzled in total.

In a statement, California Attorney General Rob Bonta said, “More than 150 California families set aside their hardearned money to give their children the educational opportunity of a lifetime. Instead, the trip was cancelled, and their money disappeared.’’

According to the California Attorney General’s Office, Martin solicited the travel funds from parents at nine schools in Los Angeles and Orange counties. The trips would have sent eighth-grade students from those schools to Washington D.C. and other East Coast locations in 2020, though the pandemic prevented the trips from happening.

When parents sought refunds, Martin allegedly declined, then used the

money for personal uses, including credit card purchases, rent and artwork.

Escondido man dies in truck crash on state Route 78

A 38-year-old Escondido man died in a solo vehicle traffic crash on state Route 78, according to the California Highway Patrol.

At 11:34 p.m. Dec. 3, the man was driving a Toyota Tundra on the westbound SR-78 transition to northbound Interstate 5. The truck veered off the roadway, collided into the right shoulder barrier wall and rolled over multiple times, CHP Officer Hunter Gerber said.

The driver was ejected from the Toyota and declared dead at the scene. Anyone with information on the incident was asked to contact the CHP Oceanside area office at (760) 6433400.

Man dies in head-on collision on Torrey Pines Road

A 55-year-old man died in a fiery head-on collision near the Torrey Preserve neighborhood, police reported today.

Just before 6:45 p.m. on Monday, police responded to 11900 Torrey Pine Road when the victim, who was riding a Triumph motorcycle in the southbound lane of Torrey Pines Road, crossed into the northbound lane and collided head- on with a 2016 Toyota 4-Runner.

Both vehicles caught fire, resulting in the death of the 55-year-old man, whose identity was not released. Neither occupant of the 4-Runner was injured, according to authorities.

After local office, Blakespear outlines goals for Sacramento

By Stephen Wyer

ENCINITAS — In a recent in-depth interview, Catherine Blakespear, a newly-elected state senator and outgoing Encinitas mayor, shared her thoughts on various state and local issues.

Blakespear, who has served on the Encinitas City Council since 2014, was elected to represent the 38th State Senate District after defeating Republican challenger Matt Gunderson last month.

As she transitions to her role as state legislator, Blakespear sat down to discuss a wide-reaching policy agenda she plans to bring to Sacramento during a episode of the Stay Classy San Diego podcast.

Homelessness

From day one on the new job, Blakespear said she would focus on addressing California’s unhoused crisis.

“The single biggest problem in this state is homelessness,” Blakespear said. “It affects everyone in every community. Of course, it’s horrible for the people experiencing it, but what’s resulting is that we have people living in all of our public spaces, in our parks, in our downtowns, in our riverbeds.”

The Encinitas mayor also noted the intransigence she’s encountered at the local level regarding mustering support and services for the homeless population.

“The only thing people seem to hate more than homelessness are the solutions to homelessness,” she said. “The solutions to homelessness are providing more housing, more services and support for people who are mentally ill and drug addicted people, and many communities are largely opposed to building more housing and services that help homeless people.”

Blakespear pointed to the battle over the city's Safe Parking Lot program for the homeless as an example of how difficult it can be to convince a community to get behind broad-based solutions.

“One of the programs I’m most proud of Encinitas is the Safe Parking program, which was hard to do…we had a tremendous amount of opposition in this city," Blakespear said. "But what I feel proud of my community for was that there was also such a rise of support for it. We had a pitched battle in our community over whether this was a good thing or a bad thing."

The Safe Parking Program, which opened in February 2020, allows qualified persons to stay overnight in a designated area without being removed or ticketed by law enforcement. Individuals in the program are vetted and must adhere to rules and guidelines to remain in the program, which prohibits the use of drugs or alcohol while staying on the lot.

Blakespear also was critical of the existing state

government for not setting mandated goals for homelessness reduction, arguing that the state needs to assert itself in outlining specific targets for its solutions, similar to how the state has set standards for municipalities regarding affordable housing numbers.

“One of the things that’s clear to me as I prepare to take on a role with the state legislature now is that if we’re going to have solutions to homelessness, they have to be mandated. They have to be goals," Blakespear said. "One of my biggest criticisms of our current system is that we don’t have any goals — when it comes to homelessness, there are no goals."

Blakespear proposed the state should encourage cities to zone housing specifically for the homeless in exchange for the municipality being able to reduce the overall number of units that it would otherwise be responsible for building as part of an incentive-based approach to homelessness.

“Right now, we zone for middle-income, low-income and extremely low-income,

but we don’t have a zoning category for homeless, Blakespear said. “My first bill on the first day is going to be related to that, the requirements and goal setting for the zoning of homeless housing — you can offer an incentive so that, yes, there’s the carrot, and also, this is a mandate.”

Renewable Energy

On the issue of renewable energy, Blakespear emphasized that state legislators need to step up and set mandatory goals for municipalities to move towards more sustainable forms of energy, including solar and wind.

In the last couple of years, state experts have warned extreme weather events, such as heat waves, could jeopardize the reliability of California’s electric supply, risking millions of residents’ access to power. Without investing in long-term energy solutions, these same experts have warned that the Golden State will likely face more rolling blackouts in the coming years.

“Having blackouts is

unacceptable in the same way that not having enough water is unacceptable,” she said. “We have to have power; it has to be on all the time — this is critical to our prosperity as a state and is essential to us being a first-world society. Saying we want all-electric cars by a certain date, things like that, these goals to force and push change are good for us. They make it so that we, as a general populace, are more ambitious with what we’re trying to accomplish. And it is possible to get energy from sustainable sources, so we should be working towards that.”

Blakespear did not express enthusiasm for more state investment in nuclear power, calling the problem of nuclear waste disposal an “existential threat” that shouldn’t be ignored.

“It’s disappointing that we haven’t found a place to handle this additional storage. There’s the idea of a consent-based process where we’re not forcing waste onto communities that don’t want it — we need to proceed with all haste if that’s an option,” Blake-

spear said. “Unfortunately, nobody’s raising their hand at the moment. Is there anybody willing to take (nuclear waste)? The answer is no. So without dealing with that, I think we should focus on renewables, such as solar and wind, that don’t have that major downside.”

Water scarcity

Acknowledging the impacts of California’s ongoing drought, Blakespear also emphasized the need for better water conservation and storage at the state level. She specifically called for better recycling and capture methods to prevent the waste of potable water that can be used to sustain communities without stable water sources, such as Encinitas.

“Water is used and treated and then put back into the ocean. We are putting millions and millions of gallons of nearly potable water back into the ocean daily, which is a major water source,” she said.

“So when we think about the circularity of water, I think that is the area where we can be the most aggressive because we know that the Colorado River and the Sierra Snowpack are unstable sources, that there’s not enough water for the demands of them, so making sure local sources are being used to their best effect and recycling water and using more of it. It’s so important, but the regulations haven’t quite kept up with that, so we need some modifications in that area.”

Blakespear also said that she would push for the building of more desalination plants, which she characterized as being an essential part of the future of California’s freshwater supply.

Currently, California has 12 desalination plants, including one in Carlsbad, which supplies a third of all freshwater produced in San

Diego County, “We have a huge body of water right next to us [the ocean]…that is clearly part of the future, that we would have more desalination plants and create more water from the desalination plants that we have,” the mayor said.

In October, the California Coastal Commission green-lit a $140 million desalination plant in south Orange County’s Dana Point for construction, a project aimed at supplying water for nearly 40,000 residents in areas including Dana Point, South Laguna Beach, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano.

Transportation

On infrastructure, Blakespear said that she intends to push for more state investment into traditional forms of public transit, specifically bus lines and fixed rail.

“When you travel to places like Europe or Japan, and you see fixed rail working at a high level, you realize, wow, we could have this — it can be such an enjoyable way to travel, and it carries so many people faster,” she said. “Now we know California is car-centric, so how do you transition that? It’s difficult. But if you say, well, we’re going to have the road network and give up on public transit and forget fixed rail, then what we’re really doing is we’re saying that we’re going to have endlessly more congestion. Solving for congestion and solving for emissions is a really important part of our transit conversation.”

Blakespear, the current chair of SANDAG, said that she’s proud of the agency’s Regional Transportation Plan, which calls for $172 billion in development and improvements to the county’s transportation system and transit lines to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, or GHGs, over the next 30 years.

“This plan creates good local jobs…it creates more opportunities for alternative forms of transit such as biking and walking than we currently have. I think that’s really important and visionary, and it’s also meeting these state emission reduction goals that we have to meet.”

She also acknowledged the agency had recently been racked by controversy.

Earlier this year, an audit of credit card purchases made by the staff at SANDAG showed questionable and possibly improper spending of taxpayer money, with hundreds of thousands spent on special retreats at bars, restaurants, etc.

The agency’s independent auditor also found a lack of controls to keep credit card spending in check. Then in October, a separate audit found $290 million in SANDAG funds that may have been mishandled in contracts with vendors.

“Yes, I do,” Blakespear

ENCINITAS MAYOR Catherine Blakespear is headed to Sacramento as the newly elected representative of the 38th State Senate District. During a recent podcast interview, Blakespear outlined her biggest goals as a state legislator, including tackling homelessness, increasing public transit and improving water conservation and storage. File photo/The Coast News graphic

CATHERINE BLAKESPEAR smiles for a photo with her family during a special farewell ceremony on Nov. 29 at Encinitas City Hall. Blakespear served on the Encinitas City Council since 2014. Photo by Scott Chatfield

Study to explore housing near transit hub

By Samantha Nelson ESCONDIDO

— North County Transit District and the city will partner for a study to explore increasing the amount of developable land around the Escondido Transit Center.

NCTD received $240,000 from the Federal Transit Administration to study the feasibility of exchanging parcels of land with the city near the transit center.

The Escondido Transit Center is currently separated from much of downtown Escondido by several parcels with industrial buildings, creating a barrier between transit services and many jobs, leisure activities, tourism, grocery stores and other services.

By exchanging some of these parcels, NCTD could better connect transit to downtown and increase the amount of housing and other amenities near the transit center.

“We are looking for-

ward to continuing our partnership with NCTD by exploring how we can increase transit and redevelopment opportunities within Escondido’s Gate -

way Transit area,” said Escondido City Engineer Julie Procopio in a statement announcing the study.

The total cost of the study is $300,000. While

FTA funding will cover most of that cost, Escondido will provide the remaining $60,000.

The Escondido Transit Center serves a hub for NCTD’s Sprinter rail line and the Breeze bus service. Approximately 2.5 million riders use the Sprinter along the 22-mile corridor from Escondido to Oceanside in a typical year, according to the transit district.

“This study is a critical aspect to maximize the benefits of transit-oriented development in Escondido,” said NCTD executive director Matthew Tucker.

Transit-oriented development is a type of urban development that maximizes the amount of residential, business and leisure space within walking distance of public transit services like trains and buses to create a more sustainable environment that is less reliant on individual vehicles.

“Strategic redevelopment of land near NCTD’s stations is an opportunity to create vibrant places that improve mobility, generate organic ridership and bring community benefits such as increased housing, new commercial and retail opportunities, and the creation of world-class public spaces,” Tucker said.

The study will be conducted alongside NCTD’s search for proposals to redevelop the Escondido Transit Center. In addition to Escondido, NCTD is advancing redevelopment projects at the Oceanside Transit Center, Carlsbad Village Station and Carlsbad Poinsettia Station with future plans to redevelop several other stations along the Sprinter corridor in Oceanside, Vista and San Marcos.

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strictly used for criminal investigations into serious matters.”

One camera will be installed at each of the following intersections: Camino Del Mar and Via de la Valle going southbound, Camino Del Mar and Del Mar Heights Road going northbound, and 4th Street and Camino Del Mar going westbound.

Two additional cameras will be installed at the intersection of Jimmy Durante Boulevard and Via de la Valle, one for southbound traffic and the other for westbound traffic.

Data gathered by Rekor license plate recognition software will be used solely for investigations into homicides, child abductions, assaults and burglaries. Photo courtesy of Rekor Systems

City leaders hope the LPR system will assist in locating suspects of serious crimes who don’t reside in the city and increase the recovery of stolen vehicles. According to a staff report, around half of the suspects arrested for severe offenses in Del Mar did not reside locally, indicating that they were traveling in and out of the city while committing crimes.

In addition, just 13% of stolen vehicles in Del Mar in 2022 were recovered by deputies in the city, according to the report.

council that false positives are easily avoided. When the license plate recognition (LPR) camera picks up on a plate number that is part of an investigation, deputies view the photo themselves and can compare it with the plate number on file to be sure they match, he said.

“Rekor is one of the most advanced systems that are out there. They have the ability to read vanity plates, paper plates, metal plates and a number of other plates,” Lawrence said.

In addition, with the new Rekor system, the department will be prohibited from storing data collected by the camera for more than 90 days, he added, and the department has so far defended against all public records

Around half of suspects arrested for serious offenses in Del Mar did not reside locally, indicating suspects are traveling in and out of the city.

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We are looking for a skilled construction laborer who is reliable, motivated and who understands safe work practices on a construction site. General site cleanup, loading/unloading material, able to carry up to 90-pounds, able to operate a variety of hand and power tools. Other skills desired include minor framing, drywall, and concrete.

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS: • Must have own transportation • Must have valid driver’s license. • HUBZone resident — a plus (verify address at https://maps.certify. sba.gov/hubzone/map)

“The [Rekor] LPR system is always active and provides live alerts. Therefore, this system would substantially improve the rate at which vehicles are recovered nearby, thus reducing the financial and time impacts to victims,” the staff report states.

While the City Council unanimously approved the agreement with the sheriff’s department, individual council members expressed concern about residents’ privacy.

Mayor Dwight Worden said he was worried about “false positives,” where the camera might identify an incorrect license plate and lead to law enforcement contacting the wrong person and about the data being made public.

“I am concerned about the privacy implications and would be interested in monitoring, and hopefully, we won’t get a lot of complaints about it,” Worden said.

Lawrence assured the

Police departments in other North County cities with LPR cameras have come under fire for how they used LPR data.

In January of this year, inewsource reported that the Carlsbad, Oceanside and Escondido police departments, along with those in La Mesa and Coronado, broke state law by sharing license plate reader data with out-of-state agencies. California police departments can only share LPR data with other state agencies.

After the news broke, the Carlsbad and Oceanside police departments appeared to change their policies to match state law. Oceanside also stopped sharing this data nationwide, and the Escondido department claimed they did nothing wrong, according to inewsource.

Along with Carlsbad, Escondido and Oceanside, the city of Encinitas recently approved an agreement to install plate reader cameras throughout the city.

NORTH COUNTY Transit District and the city will study rede -

near the Escondido Transit Center. A fed-

grant

of the study. Photo by Samantha Nelson

CONTINUED FROM FRONT

SEVERAL North County cities have already installed license plate readers, including Carlsbad, Escondido and Oceanside. The Coast News file photo

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Who’s in, who’s out: NFL, World Cup, CFP

...QB Baker Mayfield, a former first-round draft pick by the Cleveland Browns in 2018, was waived by the Carolina Panthers team on Monday. Mayfield was traded from the Browns to Carolina this season.

This last weekend was loaded with games across the spectrum of collegiate and professional sports, from the College Football Playoff to the World Cup in Qatar. Here’s who’s in and who’s out:

...Utah knocks out USC to win the Pac-12 Championship and earn a right to play in the Rose Bowl. This loss cost the Trojans a shot at a national championship.

...The USA men’s soccer team was eliminated from the World Cup after losing 3-1 to the Netherlands 3-1 on Saturday morning in Qatar. The US team was the youngest group of players in the tournament. According to Fox Sports Mexico, the U.S. men’s team and Canada are currently in discussions to participate in the 2024 Copa América.

...TCU loses to Kansas State in OT after trailing by 11 points late in the fourth quarter on Saturday in the Big 12 Championship at AT&T Stadium. The Horned Frogs rallied back with a field goal, touchdown and successful two-point conversion to send the game into overtime. TCU head coach Sonny Dykes decided to go for the touchdown on fourth down, but the Wildcats denied access. Kansas State kicked the winning field goal to seal the deal, 31-28. TCU’s QB Max Duggan, who completed 18-of-36 pass attempts for 251 yards and a touchdown, and rushed for 110 yards on 15 carries and a touchdown, was exceptional in the loss.

The College Football Playoff’s final four teams are set for Dec. 31: Ohio State (11-1) vs. Georgia (130) in the Peach Bowl; TCU (12-1) vs. Michigan (13-0) in the Fiesta Bowl. This year marks the first time in the CFP era that neither Alabama nor Clemson made the NCAA playoff semifinals.

...The Detroit Lions scored on their first nine possessions to blowout the Jacksonville Jaguars 40-17 on Sunday. The Lions did not punt one time versus the Jags. The Lions are trying to work their way back into a wild card slot after a disastrous start to the season.

...49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo broke his foot in the first quarter against the Dolphins and will miss the rest of the season. The 49ers have won five games in a row, allowing their first second-half touchdown against Miami since Week 7. Garoppolo’s season-ending injury was a big blow to the 49ers’ Super Bowl dreams.

...San Francisco’s backup quarterback Brock Purdy (Iowa State), aka Mr. Irrelevant 2022 (for the last person taken in the NFL Draft), replaced the injured Jímmy Garoppolo to closeout the 49ers’ 33-17 victory over the Dolphins. Purdy was pretty effective in his debut, completing 25-of-37 pass attempts for 210 yards and two touchdowns, including his first NFL touchdown pass to Kyle Juszczyk.

...Josh Johnson, former University of San Diego quarterback, was signed by the 49ers from Denver’s practice squad. Johnson has been in and out of the league for 13 seasons.

...Talking about the Broncos...Denver lost (again) 10-9 to the Baltimore Ravens. The Broncos are averaging a leagueworst 13.8 points per game.

...The Dallas Cowboys set a team record for scoring 33 points in the 4th quarter on Sunday to rout the Indianapolis Colts, 54-19. The Cowboys’ 54 points are the most by any NFL team this season, topping their previous best of 49 points against the Bears earlier this season. In the past five games, the Cowboys have scored 199 points.

...The Cleveland Browns scored 27 points without an offensive touchdown.

...The Cincinnati Bengals have now beaten the Kansas City Chiefs three consecutive times. Bengals QB Joe Burrows had a 79% completion rate against the Chiefs.

...Add QB Jalen Hurts to the MVP talk. The Eagles play caller passed for 380 yards and accounted for four touchdowns (three passing, one rushing) in Philly’s 35-10 win over Tennessee. The Eagles improve to 11-1.

...Truth be Told: The Denver Broncos did not want Russell Wilson but instead wanted Aaron Rodgers. If Denver thought hiring Green Bay’s offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett as head coach would be enough, the plan backfired big time.

...The No. 1 Houston Cougars are sitting atop the NCAA men's basketball rankings with an 8-0 record.

...QB Aaron Rodgers still owns the Chicago Bears. Rodgers is 25-5 against the Bears for his career.

...The Green Bay Packers now have 784 all-time wins — most in league history and one more than Chicago. The Bears and Packers have played 206 times, with Chicago leading the series since 1921.

Oregon, North Carolina to meet in Holiday Bowl

By City News Service

SAN DIEGO — Oregon will face North Carolina in the Holiday Bowl on Dec. 28, the first football game to be played at Petco Park, organizers announced Sunday.

After the New Year’s Six bowls, the Holiday Bowl gets the second selection among Pac-12 Conference teams following the Alamo Bowl. The Holiday Bowl is in a group with the Cheez-It Bowl and Gator Bowl that have the first picks among Atlantic Coast Conference teams following the New Year’s Six bowls.

The game will be the 43rd edition of the Holiday Bowl and first since 2019. The 2020 game was canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic. UCLA withdrew from the 2021 game hours before the planned opening kickoff “due to COVID-19 protocols within the Bruins' program,” according to the university.

Organizers had sought a replacement for UCLA, but they were unable to find one.

This will be the first time an ACC team has played in the Holiday Bowl. Under an agreement announced in 2019, the ACC will supply a team for the game at least through 2025. The agreement was supposed to begin with the 2020 game.

The Ducks will be playing in the Holiday Bowl for the fourth time and first since 2008 when they defeated Oklahoma State 42-31.

Oregon (9-3) lost its season opener to Georgia

49-3, won its next eight games, then lost two of its next three, including a 38-34 loss to rival Oregon State in its regular-season finale Nov. 26. The Ducks were 15th in The Associated Press poll released Sunday. The Tar Heels were unranked.

North Carolina (9-4) has lost three consecutive games, including a 39-10 loss to Clemson Saturday night in the ACC Football Championship Game

The game will be played at Petco Park under an amendment to a joint agreement with the San Diego Padres approved by the City Council in July 2021, overturning a previ-

ous ban on football at the downtown baseball stadium.

The Padres announced a partnership with the San Diego Bowl Game Association in 2021 allowing the Holiday Bowl to be played at Petco Park for a minimum of the next five years, dependent on City Council approval.

The sale of SDCCU Stadium — where the Holiday Bowl had been played since its inaugural edition in 1978 through 2019 — to San Diego State University in 2020, and its demolition to make way for a west campus and Snapdragon Stadium, left the bowl game without a home.

DA: No charges in rape case

By City News Service

REGION — A group of former San Diego State University football players — including ex-Buffalo Bills punter Matt Araiza — will not face criminal charges for the alleged gang rape of a teenage girl at a house party last year, it was announced today.

The San Diego County District Attorney’s Office announced Wednesday that its review of the allegations against Araiza, Zavier Leonard and Nowlin “Pa’a’’ Ewaliko did not support criminal charges.

The men remain defendants in a civil lawsuit alleging the then-17-yearold victim was heavily intoxicated while raped by the men at an off-campus party in October of 2021.

According to the District Attorney’s Office, its investigation included meeting with the alleged victim, as well as an analysis of the evidence by sexual assault experts, prosecutors, and other investigators. Witness interviews, sexual assault exam results, DNA evidence, cell phone and video evidence were analyzed during the investigation.

Prosecutors said the review examined the possibility of criminal charges for a variety of offenses, including statutory rape, forcible rape, forcible oral copulation, rape by intoxication, and oral copulation by intoxication. The DA’s Office also noted there was no recommendation from the police department to file criminal charges when prosecutors received the case in August.

“Ultimately, prosecutors determined it is clear the evidence does not support the filing of criminal charges and there is no path to a potential criminal conviction,’’ the office said in a statement.

“Prosecutors can only file charges when they ethically believe they can be proven beyond a reasonable doubt.’’

Araiza was cut from the Bills two days after the lawsuit against him was filed. Dubbed the “Punt God” for the accuracy and distance of his kicking, the San Diego native and Rancho Bernardo High School graduate was drafted by the Bills in the sixth round of the 2022 NFL draft. Leonard and Ewaliko were also subsequently removed from the team’s roster.

According to the lawsuit, the teen — identified as Jane Doe — attended a Halloween party on Oct.

QB BO NIX and the No. 15 Oregon Ducks are heading to San Diego to play North Carolina in the Holiday Bowl on Dec. 28 at Petco Park. The popular bowl game will be the first football game played at the Padres’ stadium. Photo by Harry Caston/FishDuck.com

PETCO PARK, home of the San Diego Padres, will host the Holiday Bowl this month. Screenshot

Don’t mess with … Massachusetts? small talk

jean gillette

Enjoy one from the archives.

There are, of course, so many reasons to love living in laidback Southern California, but I began to appreciate it from an entirely different perspective after my son moved to Boston for college.

I do love Boston, love to visit it, but the state of Massachusetts is one tough cookie. The lawmakers there simply brook no nonsense, mister, and haven’t since colonial times.

If you’re in Mass., you had better mind your P’s and Q’s, be prepared to toe the line and take the consequences of your actions, and I don’t mean maybe.

The first thing I heard about was the brothel law, which allegedly prohibits sorority houses because groups of women, living together, is just suspicious.

The actual zoning code law says no more than four unrelated students, of any sex, may share an apartment or house.

No actual mention is made of brothels. But still, no monkey business, missy.

My son also learned there is no option for traffic school in Massachu-

setts. If you are foolish enough to get a citation, you will just have to wear that scarlet letter on your driving record for all the world to see — and use to raise your policy rates.

However, you don’t need to carry proof of insurance in your car. Your registration is proof. I rather like that one.

Much of their attitude apparently stems from when they were one of the original 13 colonies, and apparently there hasn’t been time to clean up some of those older laws on the books.

Be aware that there is still no hunting on Sundays, and many cities and counties observe “blue laws” that prohibit the sale of liquor on Sundays.

In addition, witches are still banned from Massachusetts and it was illegal to be an atheist or to “reproach God” there.

It is illegal to give beer to hospital patients, eat more than three sandwiches at a wake or use tomatoes in the production of clam chowder.

You’d best just watch your mouth and your manners, young man. If you can’t control yourself, you’ll end up living in New York.

Jean Gillette may have eaten more than three sandwiches in Boston. No, wait — they were cannolis and they were delicious. Contact her at jean@coastnewsgroup.com.

SANTA FOR SENIORS

The “Be a Santa to a Senior” trees are up at local Walmart’s and will be up until Dec. 11. Visit a tree, choose an ornament and fulfill a gift request for a senior. “Be a Santa to a Senior” spreads holiday cheer with those who may be feeling isolated this time of year. More information at beasantatoasenior.com/ loc/146/#physical.

HOLLYWOOD INTERNS

The Television Academy Foundation has announced applications are open for its 2023 Summer Internship Program in Hollywood for media arts college students nationwide. The program offers approximately 50 paid, eight-week internships at top entertainment production companies. Online applications are being accepted through Jan. 19, 2023, at 5 p.m. (PST) at TelevisionAcademy.com/Internships.

STEM PROGRAM FOR GIRLS

BE WiSE applications are now open. BE WiSE invites girls in grades seven and eight from all across San Diego County to engage in STEM learning experiences in collaboration with the region’s research, industry and academic institutions. BE WiSE is committed to developing a community of young women engaged in science learning. Visit fleetscience.org/ be-wise.

BIG WINNER

Supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities of San Diego in its mission

to provide a “home-awayfrom-home” for families with a child in a medical crisis, the 12th annual Hoehn Motors luxury car raffle named Thomas Downey of San Marcos as the raffle’s 2022 grand prizewinner and raised more than $400,000. Downey wins his choice between a 2022 Audi Q8 plus $15,000; a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 plus $15,000; a 2022 Porsche

Cayenne plus $15,000; or $80,000 cash.

BE AN ARTS COMMISSIONER

Are you interested in being a commissioner for the new County of San Diego Arts and Culture Commission? Fill out an application at sandiegocounty. gov/content/sdc/cob/bcac. html and send it to bcc@ sdcounty.ca.gov. These are ongoing positions chosen by and changing with the newly elected county supervisors. Two commissioners are sought from each of the five county districts plus three youth members (ages 16 to 24 at the time of appointment) who shall be nominated by the Chief Administrative Officer.

Heroes of Vista 2023

is calling for nominations. Know of a business or non-profit that deserves to be recognized? Nominate them for the 2023 Heroes of Vista at https://form.jotform. com/222986316336159.

Nominees must be current Vista Chamber Members.

TOYS FOR JOY

Dec. 10, San Marcos children and their families will be part of the 26th annual Toys for Joy event at Rock Church San Marcos, 1370 W. San Marcos Blvd., San Marcos. Toys for Joy was founded by the Rock Church in 1996 to partner with local churches and community businesses. Families have been selected by schools and partner agencies to attend this event. Visit toys-for-joy.org.

TRADITION OF GIVING

Cardiff Resident and AARE Realtor Barbara Marsh has donated $21,000 to Escondido Adventist Academy Principal Darena Shetler. AARE clients have a say as to what nonprofit receives funds based on a percentage of the broker’s commission. The company follows the business model of Generous Capitalism and donates up to 20 percent of its top-line profits to charities as a form of tithing.

HELP FOR SICKLE CELL

The Sickle Cell Disease Foundation has launched a public service advertising campaign highlighting the openings of specialized adult Sickle Cell Disease clinics across the state. If you or a loved one is in need of care, or if you are interested in learning more about the NCSCC, visit https://sicklecellcare-ca. com/about/.

WINTER FUN

The city of Encinitas Winter 2022-23 Virtual Recreation Guide features instructional classes, sports leagues, and senior programs, as well as winter break camps like cooking, science, surf, skate and an Encinitas favorite - Seaside Day Camp. Also, find information about visual and performing arts, parks, and places to play in Encinitas. Visit https://encinitasca.gov/Residents/Recreation-Programs.

Pet of the Week

Etain is pet of the week at Rancho Coastal Humane Society. She’s a 7½-year-old, 13-pound, female, domestic medium hair cat with a brown tabby coat.

Etain’s named after the mythological maiden renowned for her beauty. She’s been in foster care for three years. Now she’s ready for her forever home.

The $75 adoption fee includes medical exam, spay, up-to-date vaccinations, registered microchip and a one-year license if the new home is in the jurisdiction of San Diego Humane Society’s Department of Animal Services.

For information about adoption or to become a virtual foster, stop by Rancho Coastal Humane Society at 389 Requeza St., Encinitas, call (760) 7536413 or visit SDpets.org.

HEROES OF VISTA

Eddie Lee Pendleton, Gale Pendleton Spagnolo and Lesta Vogel, the great grandchildren of Maj. Gen. Joseph H. Pendleton, stand next to the Maj. Gen. Joseph H. Pendelton monument on Camp Pendleton, unveiled Dec. 1. The monument is dedicated to Pendleton’s efforts to establish a permanent Marine Corps presence in Southern California. Pendleton, who served in the Marines for 40 years, died in 1942 in Coronado. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl, Nataly Espitia

PENDLETON STATUE UNVEILED

Holidays a time for traditions

jano’s garden

jano nightingale

An orange in the bottom of the Christmas stocking. A simple, yet heartfelt gift for four children who, in 1960, were not expecting much from their parents who were in the military.

But in the cold town of Racine, Wisconsin, oranges were hard to come by, and they looked forward to them each year.

Chris Bany, now a Southern Californian, continued, “But we did go on to create a hardy Hungarian Christmas dinner including dumplings and Chicken Paprikash.”

We all have family memories of holiday traditions this time of year and mine started out in the kitchen of my grandmother’s house.

A MEMORY OF GINGERBREAD COOKIES

The family tradition of baking gingerbread cookies to hang on the tree started with my Dutch grandmother, Edna VanDenBerg. It seems that cooks of many nationalities have made gingerbread, but she was our go-to baker for all things sweet and delicious.

The recipe that my family has referred to time and time again is from the original “Joy of Cooking,” by Irma Rombauer. I still have my mother’s edition from 1971, which is wellworn and used on a monthly basis.

My son and I still make these cookies each year, and since we have lived in California, we have invited his friends to join us.

An added touch to the original recipe is to purchase ornament hooks, in the smallest size, to poke into the top of the gingerbread man’s head, so you can hang them on a tree or wreath.

Also, shop for candy decorations before baking. I use Red Hots or raisins, for eyes and buttons, because they don’t melt. After cook-

ies cool, you can decorate with white frosting in a piping bag.

GINGERBREAD MEN (OR WOMEN)

Recipe adapted from “Joy of Cooking.”

For best results dough should be refrigerated before baking.

This recipe can be mixed in food processor or large mixer. Makes 10 cookies, recipe can be doubled.

• Blend until creamy — ½ c. butter, ½ c. brown sugar

• Beat in — ½ c. dark molasses

• Sift together in separate bowl — 3½ c. white flour, 1 tsp. each cinnamon, ginger and cloves, ½ tsp. salt

• Add the sifted ingredients to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with ¼ c. water until stiff dough forms.

• Remove from bowl, shape into large ball and refrigerate for at least one hour. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

• After dough has cooled, place on floured wax paper and roll into ¼-inch slab. Place cookie cutters on slab, cutting out cookies as needed and place on cookie sheet, sprayed with cooking oil spray. Before baking, place the Red Hots candy on cookies for decoration. Be sure to place the ornament hooks at top of head before baking as well.

• Bake for 8-9 minutes, checking frequently. Cookies should feel hard to the touch. Allow to cool completely and decorate with white frosting.

ent, “including defendants Leonard and Ewaliko.’’

• Cookies will last, if not eaten, for over a month if stored in a metal cookie tin or hung on your tree! Gingerbread men make wonderful gifts, wrapped in a special metal tin. Enjoy!

HANUKKAH TRADITION

Each family celebrates their own holiday traditions, and my former husband’s family celebrated Hanukkah in the Jewish tradition.

I asked my son which foods he remembered from the Hanukkah feast, and he replied, “Matzo ball soup, gefilte fish, brisket and the gelt.”

Now, gelt is not really a food, but chocolate coins covered in gold paper. The tradition of hunting for “the gelt” in the house was one that my son and his cousins looked forward to with glee.

Maybe finding the gelt was similar to my friend Chris’ tradition of finding an orange in his stocking. A gift that did not cost a great deal but was held in joyful anticipation each year by the children in the family.

FAMILY TRADITIONS

Please send us a recipe or remembrance of your family’s tradition for the upcoming holidays. We will try to publish your contributions in the next few weeks. Email me at janosgarden@ gmail.com — we look forward to hearing from you!

Jano Nightingale teaches vegetable gardening at the Pine Street Community Garden Senior Center Garden Club. Contact her at janosgarden@gmail.com.

17 with three friends at a house where Araiza lived.

The suit alleges Araiza “could observe that Doe was heavily intoxicated’’ but handed her a drink, which the complaint says contained not just alcohol, but also “other intoxicating substances.’’

It also alleges Doe informed Araiza that she was attending high school at the time.

The suit alleges Araiza led her to the side yard of the house and had sex with her, then took her to a bedroom where at least three other men were pres -

She was thrown onto a bed and multiple men raped her over the course of 90 minutes while she “went in and out of consciousness,’’ the lawsuit alleges.

The teen said she reported the incident to police the following day.

Jane Doe’s attorney, Dan Gilleon, wrote on Twitter that he was not surprised by the district attorney’s decision.

“I am never surprised when a prosecutor does not file sexual assault charges when the victim was intoxicated,’’ Gilleon wrote. “It’s a very rare case where the

criminal justice system achieves anything satisfactory for the victim of a sexual assault.

Prosecutors cannot file charges unless they can get a unanimous decision (by a jury) who cannot vote to convict unless they’re convinced beyond any reasonable doubt.

“The lawsuit we filed is not in the criminal justice system. It’s a different ball game here. The victim is represented and the focus is on the harm defendants caused her.

“It is only in the civil system that a victim of sexual assault can get justice, and we plan to do just that.’’

MANY FAMILIES have fond memories of making gingerbread cookies at home during the holidays. Stock photo

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CITY OF ENCINITAS DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT 505 S. Vulcan Avenue Encinitas, CA 92024

NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT

PUBLIC REVIEW AND COMMENT PERIOD: DECEMBER 9, 2022 TO FEBRUARY 6, 2023

REPORT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a 60-day public review and comment period has been established pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) for a Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) which has been prepared for the proposed project as identified below, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15087. During the public review period, the Draft EIR will be available for review on the City’s website at www. encinitasca.gov/I-Want-To/Public-Notices/Development-Services-Public-Notices under “Environmental Notices” and at the Planning Division of the Development Services Department, City of Encinitas, 505 S. Vulcan Avenue, Encinitas, CA 92024.

PROJECT NAME: PIRAEUS POINT; CASE NUMBERS: (MULTI-005158-2022; CDP005161-2022; DR-005160-2022; SUB 005159-2022; and SUB-005391-2022); APPLICANT: Lennar Homes of California, LLC; LOCATION: NE corner of Piraeus Street and Plato Place, Encinitas, CA 92024; County Assessor Parcel No. (APN) 254-144-01-00; DESCRIP-

TION: Lennar Homes of California, LLC (applicant) proposes the development of a 149-home residential townhome community on an approximately 6.88-acre site in the City of Encinitas. The project site is identified as one of the 15 sites included in the City of Encinitas General Plan Housing Element Update, adopted by the City on March 13, 2019. On October 8, 2019, the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) certified the 2013-2021 Housing Element. On April 17, 2021, the City adopted the 2021-2029 Housing Element. Pursuant to the Encinitas Municipal Code, that a minimum of 134 units could be accommodated on the subject site, at a density of 25 units per net acre. The community would consist of 52 one-bedroom homes, 37 two-bedroom homes, and 60 three-bedroom homes for a total of 149 residential homes, which would be built within 16 separate three-story residential buildings. Of the 149 residential homes, 134 would be market-rate homes and 15 would be “very low” (50 percent of area median income) affordable residential homes. A total of 271 parking spaces are planned, including private garage spaces and outdoor shared parking. Proposed amenities include a pool, spa, pool house, and lounge seating. An approximately 0.25 acre area of Plato Place and 0.71 acres along Piraeus Street, adjacent to the project boundary, would be vacated to accommodate the development. Finally, APN 216-110-3500, immediately north of the project site, would be preserved in perpetuity and left in its current undeveloped state to mitigate the project’s biological impacts.

The Draft EIR concludes that the project would not result in significant environmental impacts with the incorporation of mitigation measures for air quality, biological resources, cultural resources, geology and soils (paleontology), noise, tribal cultural resources, and wildfire. Based on the EIR analysis, transportation impacts related to vehicles-miles-traveled cannot be mitigated to less than significant levels. Therefore, transportation impacts are significant and unavoidable.

The site is not included on any list under Government Code section 65962.5.

A 60-day public review and comment period has been established from December 9, 2022 to February 6, 2023. All written comments on the Draft EIR should be clearly itemized and focus on the sufficiency of the document in identifying and analyzing the possible impacts on the environment and ways in which the significant effects of the project might be avoided or mitigated.

Comments on the DEIR must be received no later than February 6, 2023 at 5:00 p.m This DEIR can also be reviewed at the Encinitas Library (540 Cornish Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024), and the Cardiff-by-the-Sea Library (2081 Newcastle Ave, Cardiff, CA 92007). For additional information, please contact Nick Koutoufidis at (760) 633-2692 or by email at nkoutoufidis@encinitasca.gov

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CITY OF CARLSBAD NOTICE OF PUBLIC REVIEW AND PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023, at 5 p.m. for a substantial amendment to the city’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-23 (July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023) Action Plan.

The CDBG program is funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The City of Carlsbad is an entitlement community and receives CDBG funds directly from HUD to address local community development needs. Each year the City Council approves an Annual Action Plan, which describes the projects and programs funded for the Fiscal Year. On May 10, 2022, the Carlsbad City Council approved the FY 2022-23 Annual Action Plan. Since that time the city has received income on CDBG funded activities and city staff have identified unused CDBG balances from completed projects. The amendment provides for the additional funds to be used for previously approved programs and projects. The Substantial Amendment proposes the following approximate allocation of CDBG funds:

• Public Services

$133,018

• Administration & Fair Housing $177,357

• Affordable Housing & Facility Improvements $689,148

The Substantial Amendment to the FY 2022-23 Action Plan will be available for public review beginning on Monday, Dec. 12, 2022, on the city’s website: https://www.carlsbadca.gov/city-hall/grants-assistance/cdbg. Those with interest are encouraged to submit written comments and/or attend the public hearing scheduled for Jan. 10, 2023, 5 p.m., at Carlsbad City Hall located at 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008. Copies of the staff report will be available by Friday, Jan. 6, 2023, on the city’s website: https://www.carlsbadca.gov/city-hall/meetings-agendas. The meeting can be viewed online at https://www.carlsbadca.gov/city-hall/meetings-agendas or on the city’s cable channel.

To submit comments or direct questions, or to obtain a copy of the staff report, please contact Housing & Homeless Services Department Program Manager Nicole Piano-Jones at (442) 339-2191 or nicole.pianojones@carlsbadca.gov

PUBLISH: Friday, Dec. 9, 2022

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED AS SHOWN

SECTION A NOTICE INVITING BIDS

CITY OF ENCINITAS

Santa Fe Drive Corridor Improvements Western Phase CS19E

Notice is hereby given that the City of Encinitas will receive ELECTRONIC BIDS ONLY, via the on-line bidding service PlanetBids, up to 2:00 PM, on December 21, 2022. At which time said ELECTRONIC BIDS will be publicly opened and read.

WORK TO BE DONE: The work to be done generally includes:

The work consists of clearing and grubbing, new concrete sidewalks, new pedestrian ramps, concrete driveways, concrete curb & gutter, storm drain pipes, install Class II Aggregate Base, asphalt concrete, asphalt berms, install bioswales, vegetated swales, PCC bike path, retaining walls, traffic signal modifications, and traffic striping along Santa Fe Drive. The Contractor shall complete the proposed work in its entirety. Should any detail or details be omitted from the Contract Documents which are essential to its functional completeness, then it shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to furnish and install such detail or request such details from the City Engineer so that upon completion of the proposed work, the work will be acceptable and ready for use.

Engineer’s Estimate - $1,916,699

LOWEST RESPONSIVE AND RESPONSIBLE BIDDER: All bids are to be compared on the basis of the City Engineer’s estimate of the quantities of work to be done and the unit prices bid by the bidder. The award of the contract, if it is awarded, will be to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder submitting a bid whose summation of the base bid and three additive alternative bids is the lowest. Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 1103, a “Responsible Bidder”, means a bidder who has demonstrated the attributes of trustworthiness, as well as quality, fitness, capacity, and experience to satisfactorily perform this public works contract.

OBTAINING CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: The website for this advertisement and related documents is: PlanetBids (http://www.encinitasca.gov/bids). All bid documents and project correspondence will be posted on the PlanetBids website. It is the responsibility of Proposers to check the website regularly for information updates and Bid Clarifications, as well as any addenda. Contract documents may also be obtained after Tuedsay, November 22th at the Engineering counter in City Hall located at 505 S. Vulcan Ave., Encinitas, CA 92024, at a non-refundable cost of $50.00 per set. To submit a bid, a bidder must register as a vendor. To register as a vendor, go to the following link (http://www. encinitasca.gov/bids) and then proceed to the “Register As A Vendor” link. In compliance with California Contract Code, Section 20103.7 electronic copies will be made available to contractor plan series bid boards and contractors upon their request. The City makes no representation regarding the accuracy of Contract Documents received from third party plan rooms and Contractor accepts bid documents from third parties at its own risk.

Should contractors choose to pick up project plans and specifications at Plan Rooms, the contractors shall still be responsible for registering as a plan holder as described above and obtaining all addenda for the project and signing and submitting all addendums with their bid. Any contractor that does not acknowledge receipt of all addendums by signing and submitting all addendums with their bid shall be deemed a non-responsive bidder and their bid will be rejected.

PREVAILING WAGE: This is a prevailing wage project and prevailing wage rates for this locality and project as determined by the director of industrial relations apply, pursuant to labor code section 1770, et. Seq. A copy of the prevailing wage rates shall be posted on the job site by the contractor. A schedule of prevailing wage rates is available for review at the City’s offices or may be found on the internet at http://www.dir.ca.gov/Public-Works/Prevailing-Wage. html. The successful bidder shall be required to pay at least the wage rates set forth in that schedule.

A copy of the prevailing wage rates shall be posted on the job site by the Contractor. A schedule of prevailing wage rates is available for review at the City’s offices. Questions pertaining to State predetermined wage rates should be directed to the State department of Industrial Relations website at www.dir.gov . The successful bidder shall be required to pay at least the wage rates set forth in that schedule. The prime contractor shall be responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable provisions of the Labor Code including, but not limited to, Section 1777.5.

Notice: Subject to exceptions as set forth in Labor Code section 1771.1, contractor or subcontractor shall not be qualified to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal, subject to the requirements of Section 4104 of the Public Contract Code, or engage in the performance of any contract for public work, as defined by statute, unless it is currently registered and qualified to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5. The City may not accept a bid nor any contract or subcontract entered into without proof of the contractor or subcontractor’s current registration to perform public work pursuant to Section 1725.5. For more information, go to http://www.dir.ca.gov/Public-Works/ Certified-Payroll-Reporting.html

COMPLIANCE WITH LABOR LAWS: The prime contractor shall be responsible for insuring compliance with all applicable provisions of the Labor Code, including, but not limited to, section 1777.5.

Please also see INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR BIDDERS in bid documents for additional bid information and requirements.

City of Encinitas

BY: Jill T. Bankston, PE City Engineer

as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Executed by: AS SHOWN BELOW, as Trustor, AS SHOWN BELOW, as Beneficiary, recorded on AS SHOWN BELOW as Instrument No. AS SHOWN BELOW of Official Records of the County Recorder of SAN DIEGO County, California, and pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell there under recorded on AS SHOWN BELOW as Instrument No. AS SHOWN BELOW of said Official Records.

WILL SELL BY PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH On 12/29/2022 at 10:00 AM, AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE TO CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY 2121 PALOMAR AIRPORT ROAD. CARLSBAD CA 92011

DATE: ____________

END OF NOTICE INVITING BIDS

12/09/2022, 12/16/2022 CN 27190

BELOW. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION

OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY

IMPORTANT NOTE: TO ADHERE TO THE COVID-19 PROTOCOLS, THE TRUSTEES SALE WILL OCCUR OUTSIDE AND WILL REQUIRE THAT EVERYONE PRESENT MUST HAVE FACE COVERINGS AND ADHEAR TO SOCIAL DISTANCING BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER THE SALE TAKES

PLACE. (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), 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 hereinafter described 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: 1594 MARBRISA CIRCLE, CARLSBAD, CA, 92008 TS#, CUSTOMER REF#, ICN#, Unit/Interval/Week, APN#, Trustors, Beneficiary, DOT Dated, DOT Recorded, DOT Instrument No., NOD Recorded, NOD Instrument No., Estimated Sales Amount 104683 B4039305H GMO523232A1Z 5232 ANNUAL 32 211-130-02-00 WILLIAM BREWINGTON AND HEIDI BREWINGTON HUSBAND

AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS. GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 03/31/2012 06/20/2012 20120361943 8/19/2022 20220335714 $16018.62 104684 B0522245S GMP8010417B1O 80104 ODD 17 212-271-04-00

JANEL MARGARET BUCHTA A(N) UNMARRIED WOMAN AS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 01/23/2019 06/27/2019 20190252628 8/19/2022 2022-0335714 $18218.85 104685 B0457185S GMP653145BZ 6531 ANNUAL 45 211-131-13-00 JEFFREY S. COUSENS AND ANDREA B. COUSENS HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 11/24/2015 12/10/2015 2015-0632488 8/19/2022 2022-0335714 $20363.19 104687 B0511515C GMP612446D1O 6124 ODD 46 211-131-11-00 JACQUELINE R. DAY A(N) UNMARRIED WOMAN AS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD A CALIFORNIA LIMITED

PARTNERSHIP 09/22/2018 10/18/2018 2018-0434384 8/19/2022 2022-0335714 $20469.21 104688 B0531715H GMP602252D1Z 6022 ANNUAL 52 211-131-11-00 LYLE S. FITTES AND KARMEN ROSE FITTES HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 02/22/2019 08/27/2020 20200491131 8/19/2022 20220335714 $40965.92 104691 B0535475P GMP702216A1Z 7022 ANNUAL 16 211-131-13-00 HUBERT LABIO AND AILEEN LABIO HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 06/21/2021 07/08/2021 2021-0489649 8/19/2022 2022-0335714 $36914.34 104692 B0528075S GMO593430AZ 5934 ANNUAL 30 211-131-11-00 VINCENT M. LAU AND ROSELLE M. LAU HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 11/23/2019 12/12/2019 2019-0579332 8/19/2022 2022-0335714

LEGALS LEGALS LEGALS LEGALS LEGALS LEGALS LEGALS

$47943.60 104693 B0457745H

GMP541125DZ 5411 ANNUAL 25 211-130-03-00 ANDRE L.

PERDUE AND ELIZABETH M. PERDUE HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 11/20/2015 12/17/2015 2015-0644324 8/19/2022 2022-0335714 $21956.74 104694 B0530575H GMP612320B1O 6123 ODD 20 211-131-11-00 JAIME PEREZ GONZALEZ AND EDIT SANCHEZ CHAVEZ

HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 02/16/2020 03/19/2020 2020-0142863 8/19/2022 2022-0335714 $22276.73 104695 B0490215H GMP662125A1E 6621 EVEN 25 211-131-13-00 MARY R. SMITH

A(N) WIDOWED WOMAN AS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 07/26/2017 08/10/2017 20170361807 8/19/2022 2022-0335714 $22878.38 104696 B0449935H GMP532440AZ 5324 ANNUAL 40 211-130-03-00 JARED L. SORENSEN AND DEVIN M. SORENSEN HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 07/05/2015 08/13/2015 2015-0428738 8/19/2022 2022-0335714 $28281.04 104697 B0493215H GMP663402BZ 6634 ANNUAL 2 211-131-13-00 WON YI A(N) UNMARRIED MAN AS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY GRAND PACIFIC CARLSBAD A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 8/22/2017 10/12/2017 2017-0472225 8/19/2022 2022-0335714 $29799.30

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit is estimated at AS SHOWN ABOVE Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, may increase this figure prior to sale. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation.

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 the number shown below in BOLD, using the REF number assigned to this case on SHOWN ABOVE. 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. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

IN ORDER TO BRING YOUR ACCOUNT CURRENT, PLEASE CONTACT ADVANCED FINANCIAL COMPANY AT PHONE NO. 800-234-6222 EXT 189 DATE: 11/30/2022 CHICAGO

TITLE COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE 2121 PALOMAR AIRPORT ROAD, SUITE 330B CARLSBAD, CA 92011 PHONE NO. (858) 207-0646 BY LORI R. FLEMINGS, as Authorized Signor 12/09/2022, 12/16/2022, 12/23/2022 CN 27181

T.S. No. 102199-CA APN: 175-136-04-00 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/9/2004. 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 1/23/2023 at 10:30 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 11/12/2004 as Instrument No. 2004-1076822 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of San Diego County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: KENNETH FETZER, AN UNMARRIED MAN WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE; AT THE MAIN ENTRANCE TO THE EAST COUNTY REGIONAL CENTER BY STATUE, 250 E. MAIN STREET,

CITY OF ENCINITAS PUBLIC NOTICE 2023 SCHEDULED VACANCIES ON CITY COUNCIL APPOINTED COMMISSIONS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Encinitas is accepting applications for appointment to City Commissions. Application forms must be completed online from the City’s website. All applicants must be registered voters of the City of Encinitas.

There are two (2) application deadlines: one for incumbents wishing to reapply and a later date for all other applicants. The deadline for incumbents wishing to reapply is Thursday, January 19, 2023, at 5:00 p.m., and the deadline for all other applicants is Thursday, January 26, 2023, at 5:00 p.m.

All applicants will be asked to attend the February 8, 2023, City Council meeting (subject to change) to briefly discuss (2 to 3 minutes) their qualifications and interest in serving on a commission. Appointments may be made at the same meeting or continued to a future City Council meeting. Terms will begin March 1, 2023.

APPOINTMENTS TO BE MADE AND TERMS EXPIRING IN 2023: COMMISSION FOR THE ARTS: Four (4) appointments to be made for three-year terms ending March 1, 2026. Terms expiring are: Michael Schmitt reappointed February 12, 2020, for Term 2 (termed out), James Hebert appointed February 9, 2022, to a partial term, Jeffrey Redlitz appointed February 12, 2020, for Term 1, and Nivardo Valenzuela appointed February 12, 2020, for Term 1. The Commission for the Arts is a seven member board. The Commission for the Arts shall conduct public hearings and prepare recommendations to the City Council on matters regarding the visual, performing, and literary arts. The Commission will promote the arts within the community through: 1) quality visual, performing and literary arts programming, 2) exposure and advocacy, 3) arts education programs, and 4) the development of arts venues. The Commission will assist the City Council on matters that may be referred to the Commission by the City Council.

ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION: Two (2) appointments to be made for three-year terms ending March 1, 2026. Terms expiring are: Carol Parker appointed August 11, 2021, for a Partial Term, and Ari Novy appointed February 12, 2020, for Term 1. The Environmental Commission is a seven member board. The Environmental Commission shall conduct public hearings and prepare recommendations to the City Council on matters regarding the environment to include without limitation: Develop an Annual Work Plan and presentation to the City Council; Review and update from time to time, as necessary, the Environmental Action Plan; Develop policies and plans to provide for and advocate for environmental protection within the City of Encinitas; Develop policies and plans for developing environmental awareness in cooperation with other public and private agencies to include school districts; Provide review and recommendations to the City Council on such matters that may be referred to the Commission by the City Council.

MOBILITY & TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION: Three (3) appointments to be made for three-year terms ending March 1, 2026. Terms expiring are: James Gross (Leucadia) appointed September 14, 2022, for a partial term, Glen Johnson (Old Encinitas) appointed February 12, 2020, for Term 1, and Michael von Neumann (New Encinitas) appointed February 12, 2022, for Term 1. The Traffic and Public Safety Commission is a seven member board with five members representing each of the five communities of Encinitas: Cardiff, Leucadia, New Encinitas, Old Encinitas, and Olivenhain; and two (2) members representing the community at-large. Applicants must have resided as a registered voter in either Leucadia, New Encinitas, or Old Encinitas for no less than six months prior to appointment, and maintain residency and voter registration in Leucadia, New Encinitas, or Old Encinitas while serving on the Commission. The Mobility and Traffic Safety Commission shall study and report to the City Council upon any matter referred to it by the City Council. The Mobility and Traffic Safety Commission shall have advisory responsibility in regard to mobility and traffic safety issues.

A. It is the duty of this Commission to serve as a liaison between the public and the City Council, and to conduct analyses and provide recommendations to the Council on matters related to safety and mobility of all modes of transportation.

B. If the recommendations of the Mobility and Traffic Safety Commission are to modify existing traffic controls, devices, markings, or measures, or install new controls, devices, markings or measures, then those recommendations shall be included with a report by the City Traffic Engineer or his/her designee in an agenda item to the City Council.

C. If the recommendations of the Mobility and Traffic Safety Commission are to not modify existing traffic controls, devices, markings, or measures nor to install new traffic controls, devices, markings or measures, then these recommendations shall be included in a report by the City Traffic Engineer or his/her designee to the Council for information only. The Commission decision can be reviewed by Council if an appeal is filed or by Council request. (See Chapter 1.12.)

D. The City Council may refer to the Mobility and Traffic Safety Commission requests to review and prepare recommendations on major roadway projects.

E. Powers Delegated to the Mobility and Traffic Safety Commission to be advisory. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as restricting or curtailing any of the powers of the City Council, or as a delegation to the Mobility and Traffic Safety Commission of any of the authority or discretionary powers vested and imposed by law in the City Council. The City Council declares that the public interest, convenience, and welfare require the appointment of a Mobility and Traffic Safety Commission

EL CAJON, CA 92020 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: MORE ACCURATELY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 226 N INDIANA AVE, VISTA, CA 92084 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 held, but without covenant or

warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured 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: $247,442.27 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall

to act in a purely advisory capacity to the City Council for the purpose enumerated. Any power herein delegated to the Commission to adopt rules and regulations shall not be construed as a delegation of legislative authority but purely a delegation of administrative authority.

PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION: Four (4) appointments to be made for three- year terms ending March 1, 2026. Terms expiring are: Courtney Lapin appointed February 12, 2020, for Term 1, David Warren appointed February 12, 2020, for Term 1, Dan O’Halloran appointed February 12, 2020, for Term 1, and Marla Elliott reappointed February 12, 2020, for Term 2 (termed out). The Parks and Recreation Commission is a seven member board. The Parks and Recreation Commission shall conduct public hearings and prepare recommendations to the City Council on matters regarding public parks, recreational facilities, and community services to include, without limitation: policies and plans for the acquisition, development, improvement, and utilization of parks, playgrounds and other recreational facilities; policies and plans for the development and operations of community service programs for the benefit of the residents of the City; policies and plans for developing community service programs in cooperation with other public and private agencies to include school districts; and such matters that may be referred to the Commission by the City Council.

PLANNING COMMISSION: Three (3) appointments to be made for three-year terms ending March 1, 2026. Terms expiring are: Robert Prendergast (Olivenhain) appointed May 25, 2022, for a partial term, Chris Ryan (Leucadia) appointed August 11, 2021, for a partial term, and Susan Sherod (New Encinitas) appointed February 12, 2020, for Term 1. The Planning Commission is a five member board with each member representing one of the five communities of Encinitas: Cardiff, Leucadia, New Encinitas, Old Encinitas, and Olivenhain. Applicants must have resided as a registered voter in either Leucadia, New Encinitas or Olivenhain for no less than six months prior to appointment, and maintain residency and voter registration in Leucadia, New Encinitas, or Olivenhain while serving on the Commission. The Planning Commission shall perform such duties as may be specified by ordinance or resolution of the City Council or by the laws of the State of California. Further, the Planning Commission shall study and report to the City Council upon any matter referred to it by the City Council and shall keep the City Council currently advised of all matters pending, and shall furnish any special information, reports or materials which the City Council may request. The Planning Commission shall make a final determination as authorized by the Code for the following applications: Coastal Development, Conditional Use Permit (Major), Tentative Tract Map, Zoning Code Interpretation, Application for project in more than one Community Planning area, and other applications and duties as required by the Code. In addition, the Planning Commission shall make recommendation to the City Council as authorized by the Code for the following applications: General Plan Interpretation, General Plan Amendment, Zoning Code Amendment, Zoning Map Amendment, Specific Plan, and other applications as required by the Code.

SENIOR CITIZEN COMMISSION: Four (4) appointments to be made for three-year terms ending March 1, 2026. Terms expiring are: Maureen Martin appointed April 20, 2022, for a partial term, Karen Koblentz appointed December 15, 2021, for a partial term, Lambert Ling appointed October 14, 2020, for a partial term, and Jesse Hanwit appointed February 12, 2020, for Term 1. The Senior Citizen Commission is a seven member board. The Senior Citizen Commission shall conduct public hearings to gather information and thereafter make recommendations to the City Council on matters regarding services for Senior Citizens which include, without limitation: Policies and plans for the development and operation of programs and services for the benefit of Senior Citizens within the City; policies and plans for developing programs and services in cooperation with other public and private agencies which would benefit Senior Citizens; and such matters that may be referred to the Commission by the City Council.

General Information (for complete text see Chapter 2.30 of the Municipal Code)

• Persons appointed to a City board, commission, or committee serve at the pleasure of the City Council.

• All Commissions with the exception of the Youth Commission shall have three-year staggered terms of office. The Youth Commission shall have a one-year term of office.

• All Commissions, with the exception of the Youth Commission, shall have term limits of two (2) consecutive full terms of office. After reaching the term limit, a person must sit out one appointment cycle before reapplying to the same City Commission. Upon terming out of one Commission, a person may apply to a different City Commission.

• Commissioners may not serve on more than one commission at a time. Sitting commissioners may apply for vacancies on other commissions, and if so appointed, their prior commission appointment shall automatically terminate.

• A Board, Commission, or Committee Member’s term shall be automatically terminated if the member is absent from three (3) consecutive, regular meetings held by the member’s agency.

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 a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks

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

property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or

Carlsbad OKs first civilian police board

Panel to help build trust with Carlsbad Police

By Steve Puterski

CARLSBAD — The City Council approved the city’s first Community-Police Engagement Commission during its Dec. 6 meeting, the result of a two-year process aimed at strengthening the relationship between the Carlsbad Police Department and residents.

The five-member commission will not oversee nor direct the policies of the police department. Instead, the group will help build trust and engagement with the community, according to Carlsbad assistant city attorney Allegra Frost.

“The primary duty is community engagement, not oversight,” Frost said.

However, the commission’s specific duties, besides improving transparency and engagement between police and residents, still need to be clarified.

The council approved the item, 4-0, with Mayor Matt Hall absent.

Council members may

appoint qualified residents to serve on the board if they meet specific requirements. According to Frost, candidates must be open-mind ed and lack actual or perceived biases. In addition, members must demonstrate a record of community involvement and attend the Police Citizens Academy twice a year.

Once on the commission, members will undergo training on law enforcement policies, including the use of force and implicit bias. Members will also participate in two ride-aalongs with police, including at least one trip with the Homeless Outreach Team.

“We will continue to build upon relationships,” said Carlsbad Police Chief Mickey Williams. “Fortunately, we have a community that supports us.”

The journey toward the commission’s origins began in 2020 during the Black Lives Matter movement in response to the killing of George Floyd at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer.

Over the past two years, the Carlsbad Equality Coalition, North County Civil Liberties Coalition and local NAACP discussed the creation of a civilian commission in partnership with the Carlsbad Police Department.

Aly Vredenburgh, president of the Carlsbad Equality Coalition, said the outcome and support from the council is a great sign moving forward. The local coalition, led by former president Keyrollos Ibrahim, helped negotiate the commission, and the effort continued under Vreden-

burgh.

Vredenburgh said the commission’s functions would become more evident once the board is seated. Still, it’s a significant first step for the city and its residents.

Mayor-elect Keith Blackburn admitted initially resisting the idea but grew more comfortable as he witnessed the maturity and humility of those working to establish the commission.

“This has my full support,” Blackburn said. “It is extremely important that every police department has accountability. There is a lot of confusion about this commission, but it’s not about attacking police. We have a fantastic chief who is transparent and open. This will only help make our community safer.”

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opts for a weighted vote for specific items.

In Carlsbad, Mayor Matt Hall, who has been the city’s representative for over 10 years, is retiring and Councilman Keith Blackburn will serve as the next mayor, leaving his District 2 seat vacant. Blackburn’s replacement may determine whether the city puts forth a Republican or Democratic representative on the SANDAG board.

In Vista, Dan O’Donnell appears to have won the District 4 seat, giving the Vista City Council a Democratic majority and increasing the likelihood a Democrat representative is named to the board.

Ikhrata under fire

The political shift comes amidst ongoing tensions between the board and CEO Hasan Ikhrata, who told the San Diego Union-Tribune he may leave if the board cannot focus on its goals to reduce cars on the road, meet state-mandated greenhouse gas emissions reductions and implement SANDAG’s $172 billion Regional Transportation Plan.

“I want to make sure the board, regardless if they’re Republican or Democrat, doesn’t spend every single meeting asking for me to be fired or fighting with each other,” Ikhrata told the Union-Tribune. “I want to see civility and feel that we’re making a difference.”

Ikhrata has faced increased scrutiny and criticism in recent months after damaging financial findings were released in a series of reports by Independent Performance Auditor Mary Khoshmashrab.

Khoshmashrab found numerous issues with SANDAG’s finances, including hundreds of thousands of dollars reportedly misspent by Ikhrata and many others using company credit cards.

Audit independence

tried” to get involved as the committee was drafting its new proposal, inewsource reports.

In a series of emails obtained by inewsource, Audit Committee chairman David Zito, of Solana Beach, gave notice that Blakespear didn’t want SANDAG staff working on changes until they had received full board support. Blakespear attempted to create a subcommittee to lead talks, similar to how the board handled the matter last year.

Khoshmashrab said Blakespear’s attempt to interfere would “disrupt standard practice.”

“I believe the pathway we discussed at the (Audit Committee) and agreed upon, and the process that stands here at SANDAG is still the most appropriate way,” Khoshmashrab wrote in an email obtained by inewsource. “I would ask that Blakespear not interfere with that process. As I shared in the past, elections have no place in this process.”

In an email to Zito, Stewart Halpern, a member of the public serving on the Audit Committee, criticized Blakespear and claimed that board leadership’s “apparent fear of an independent Audit Committee has intruded yet again.”

Halpern questioned whether Blakespear’s proposal was “more of (another) effort to engineer the outcome than it is to make genuine progress,” inewsource reported.

“We’ve literally had years of disregard and what I believe can be objectively characterized as subversion from Board leadership,” Halpern wrote.

In a recent podcast interview, Blakespear, who was recently elected to the state legislature, denied reports of “waste, fraud and abuse” at SANDAG.

In loving memory of Debra Marie Zomparelli, of Oceanside, passed away Nov. 30, 2022, after a prolonged illness. She was 67.

She is survived by her sister, Wendy Zomparelli.

Wendy wishes to thank Richelle Hazlett and Debbie’s many loving friends for their care and support in recent years.

Following Debbie’s wishes, her ashes will be scattered at sea by Telophase Cremation Society.

Friends may see the boat from the Tunaman’s Memorial in Shoreline Park at 11:45 a.m. on Friday, January 6, weather permitting.

Donations may be made to the San Diego Humane Society.

Submission Process

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Timeline Obituaries should be received by Monday at 12 p.m. for publicatio in Friday’s newspaper. One proof will be e-mailed to the customer for approval by Tuesday at 10 a.m.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that drunk drivers account for 28 percent of all traffic fatalities, equaling more than 10,000 deaths each year. The decision to not drink and drive or to be a designated driver can help save your life AND the lives of others.

We’ve all heard, “Friends don’t let friends drive drunk.” Since we think of you as our friends and neighbors, we’d like to remind you that a designated driver will help you be around to celebrate for many more years...not just this year’s holiday season!

Please Celebrate Safely!

In an effort to gain independence from the board, the agency’s Audit Committee, consisting of elected officials and members of the public, will recommend changing how its members are selected and establishing three-year terms to avoid coinciding with elections.

The committee’s proposal has created tensions between board leadership and committee members after former board chair Catherine Blakespear “may have

VOLUNTEER

“So many of the things that came out from the audit report are improvements that should be made, but they don’t show any actual wrongdoing,” Blakespear said. “There isn’t waste, fraud and abuse — there are processes that should be improved. So I think this is a difficult period at SANDAG, but we must have a high-functioning agency that can serve every city in this county.”

However, Khoshmashrab’s recent internal audits also found improper severance payments, $1.8 million in uncollected toll fees and $290 million in questionable contract increases.

The Senior Volunteer Patrol of the North Coastal Sheriff’s Station performs home vacation security checks, assists with traffic control, enforces disabled parking regulations, patrols neighborhoods, schools, parks and shopping centers and visits homebound seniors who live alone for the communities of Encinitas, Solana Beach, Del Mar.& portions of the county’s unincorporated areas. Volunteers must be at least age 50, be in good health, pass a background check, have auto insurance & a valid California driver’s license. Training includes a two week academy plus training patrols. The minimum commitment is 24 hours per month, & attendance at a monthly meeting. Interested parties should call (760) 966-3579 to arrange an information meeting.

WE’RE HERE WHEN YOU NEED US BUT WE’D RATHER WAIT

ROB JENKINS, of the North San Diego NAACP, and Yusef Miller, of the North County Civil Liberties Coalition, speak in October about the Carlsbad Police Department’s new de-escalation policy. For two years, local groups have worked with Carlsbad police to establish the Community-Police Engagement Commission. Photo by Steve Puterski

Missing San Marcos teen returns safe

By Laura Place

SAN MARCOS — A 13-year-old girl from San Marcos is safely back home with her family after being missing for 11 days, the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department reported Friday, Dec. 2.

Sofia Nicole Corbisiero left her San Marcos home on foot on the evening of Nov. 20 following an argument with her mother and was reported as an at-risk missing juvenile.

News of her disappearance garnered significant attention on social media.

A week and a half after leaving, Corbisiero called her mother last Friday afternoon to tell her she was coming home. The department thanked the public for their assistance.

“We appreciate the public and media’s help in keeping an eye out for Sofia,” Lt. Kevin Ralph said. “She is currently safe with her family.”

On the night she left, Corbisiero was seen via camera footage at the Oceanside Transportation Center with another individual.

Ralph said the department did not have information about where Corbisiero had been during the time she was missing.

According to the Sheriff’s Department, Corbisiero was believed to be a voluntary runaway and familiar with public transportation, including the Coaster and Sprinter. She was known to frequent downtown Oceanside and Carlsbad Village.

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said when asked if SANDAG needed to do more to earn back the public’s trust.

“SANDAG’s entire experience around its auditor has not matured. I hope there can be less of a ‘gotcha’ regarding the things coming out of the audit and this idea that there’s malfeasance — even though there’s not. So many of the things that came out from the audit report are improvements that should be made, but they don’t show any actual wrongdoing.

“There isn’t waste, fraud and abuse — there are processes that should be improved. So I think this is a difficult period at SANDAG, but we must have a high-functioning agency that can serve every city in this county.”

Blakespear was honored for eight years of service on the Encinitas City Council, including four years as mayor, during a Nov. 29 ceremony at City Hall.

“It really truly is the honor of my lifetime to serve as mayor of Encinitas,” Blakespear said.

EVENTS CALENDAR

DEC. 9

HALF-PRICE BOOKS

The Friends of the Cardiff by-the-Sea Library invite you to their holiday half price book sale in the Book Nook and Community Room. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 9 & Dec. 10 at Cardiff by the Sea library, 2081 Newcastle Ave, Encinitas.

2LIL2LATE

Live Entertainment. 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. Dec. 9 at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 136 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas.

NIGHT SKIES

Palomar College Planetarium host two shows every Friday with its “The Sky Tonight” program. 7 p.m. at Palomar College, 1140 W Mission Rd, San Marcos.

NOEL NOEL

Conductor Christopher Dragon and the San Diego Symphony perform “Noel Noel.” FREE. 7 p.m. at Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, 222 Marina Park Way, San Diego.

CHELSEA HANDLER

The comedy of Chelsea Handler. 8 p.m. at San Diego Civic Theater, 1100 3rd Ave, San Diego.

JUNGLE BELLS

Jungle Bells will be ringing this holiday season at San Diego Zoo. 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Dec. 9 at San Diego Zoo, 2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego.

WINTER WONDERLIGHTS

Each Friday and Saturday evening, enjoy a festive light show and magical snowfall at The Forum Carlsbad. 5 to 8 p.m. at The Forum Carlsbad, 1923 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad.

DEC. 10

CLIMATE CHANGE

Batiquitos Lagoon will be hosting Katie Hentrich, Carlsbad’s CAP administrator speaking on “Carlsbad on Climate Change.” 10 a.m. at Batiquitos Nature Center, 7380 Gabbiano Ln, Carlsbad.

NEW PORNOGRAPHERS

The New Pornographers perform the album “Mass Romantic” with Liam Kazar. 9 p.m. at Belly Up, 160 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach.

HANDEL’S ‘MESSIAH’

Frederick Handel’s celebrated musical masterpiece “Messiah” Part I, Advent and Christmas excerpts plus the Hallelujah Chorus, will be presented in concert. 2 to 3 p.m. Dec. 10 at Church of the Nativity, 6309 El Apajo, Rancho Santa Fe.

HIKING

NORTH COUNTY

Join the docent-guided, moderately strenuous, long-distance educational hike at Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve from in front of the Elfin Forest Interpretive Center. 9 to 10:30

a.m. Dec. 10 at Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve, 8833 Harmony Grove Rd, Escondido.

WINTER HOLIDAY CHOIR

Enjoy a holiday concert that celebrates the season as North Coast Singers presents nondenominational favorites with two performances. 1 p.m. at Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr, Encinitas.

PIANO DUO

VIENESS

Enjoy the 2nd Saturday Vieness Piano Duo in the Turrentine Room for all ages. 3 to 4:30 p.m. Dec. 10 at Escondido Public Library, 239 S Kalmia St, Escondido.

SD FIXIT CLINIC

“Education, entertainment, empowerment, elucidation, and, ultimately, enlightenment through guided disassembly of your broken stuff.”. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 10 at Georgina Cole Library, 1250 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad.

KSON’S 6 MAN JAM

KSON’s 6 Man Craig Morgan, Brett Young, Michael Ray, Riley Green, Bailey Zimmerman & Shane Profitt. 4 p.m. at House of Blues, 1055 5th Ave, San Diego.

‘PRIDE & PREJUDICE”

Jane Austin’s “Pride & Prejudice.” 7 p.m. at La Costa Canyon High School theater, 1 Maverick Way, Carlsbad.

THE EDGE

Live Entertainment. 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. Dec. 10 at Mr. Peabody's Bar and Grill, 136 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas.

HOLIDAY EXPRESS

The Coaster Holiday Express departs from the Oceanside Transit Center and takes passengers on a festively decorated train and be entertained by carolers and more. $20. Dec. 10 & 11 at 10:15 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. at NCTD Oceanside Transit Center, 235 S Tremont St, Oceanside.

BOOKS GALORE & MORE!

The Friends of the Oceanside Public Library will host its Books Galore and More!. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 10 at Oceanside Civic Center Library, 330 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside.

POETRY READING

An exploration of the themes of home, love, collective memory, and strong women, “Black Rootedness, A Poetry Reading” builds community across continents through verse. $10$15, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 10 at The Brooks Theatre, 217 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside.

CYCLE CLUB

North County Cycle Club rides every Saturday morning. 8 a.m. at San Mar-

cos Restaurant Row, 1020 W San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos.

WINTER WONDERLIGHTS

Each Friday and Saturday evening, enjoy a festive light show and magical snowfall at The Forum Carlsbad. 5 to 8 p.m. at The Forum Carlsbad, 1923 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad.

DEC. 11

FREE NATURE WALKS

Join us on the second and third Sunday of every month for free Interpretive Nature Walks. Walks are moderately paced on the lower creek trail and begin in front of the Elfin Forest Interpretive Center Honoring Susan J. Varty. 9 to 10:30 a.m. Dec. 11 at Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve, 8833 Harmony Grove Rd, Escondido.

HOLIDAY EXPRESS

The Coaster Holiday Express departs from the Oceanside Transit Center and takes passengers on a festively decorated train and be entertained by carolers and more. $20, 10:15 a.m. at NCTD Oceanside Transit Center, 235 S Tremont St, Oceanside.

LEUCADIA FARMERS MKT

Best local foods and fresh produce in North County, every Sunday!. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 11 at Paul Ecke Central School, 185 Union St, Encinitas.

HARRY CONNICK JR.

Harry Connick Jr in concert. 7 p.m. at San Diego Civic Theater, 1100 3rd Ave, San Diego.

CHORAL CONCERT

A celebration of the hope, light, magic, and mystery, of the birth and life of Jesus Christ. 7 p.m. at Village Community Presbyterian Church, 6225 Paseo Delicias, Rancho Santa Fe.

DEC. 13

VENICE CHRISTMAS SHOW

The Venice Christmas Show at the Belly Up Tav-

ern. 8 p.m. at Belly Up, 160 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach.

BETA SIGMA PHI LUNCH

The Hidden Valley Vista City Council of Beta Sigma Phi International will hold its’ annual Christmas luncheon meeting. $30, 11:30 a.m. at Meadowbrook Village, 100 Holland Gln, Escondido.

DEC. 14

FARMERS MARKET

Starting Nov. 9, the

State Street Farmers Market will have its Fall/Winter hours in effect and will close one hour earlier than usual. 2:30 to 6 p.m. Dec. 14 at State Street Wednesday Market Carlsbad, 2907 State St, Carlsbad.

WOMEN’S LUNCHEON

A catered lunch, fellowship and friendship in honor of the Christmas season. $20, 11:30 a.m. at Village Community Presbyterian Church, 6225 Paseo Delicias, Rancho Santa Fe.

DEC. 15

ALL

vanced Orchestra. 7 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, 6628 Santa Isabel St, Carlsbad.

DEC. 16

EARTHLESS AND BIRTH

Two performances, Earthless and Birth, onstage. 9 p.m. at Belly Up, 160 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach.

NORTH COAST SYMPHONY

STRUNG

OUT

Live Entertainment. 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. Dec. 15 at Mr. Peabody's Bar and Grill, 136 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas.

GROUNDBREAKING

Rancho Coastal Humane Society will hold a groundbreaking for its new Medical Center and Humane Education Center. First step will be to knock down our old Education Center. 11 a.m. at Rancho Coastal Humane Society , 389 Requeza St, Encinitas.

MAINLY MOZART

Enjoy a holiday concert of Handel’s “Messiah,” performed by the Mainly Mozart Youth Orchestra Ad-

The North Coast Symphony presents “Holiday Gems,” a performance of festive holiday music. $12, 7:30 p.m. at Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr, Encinitas.

DELUDED BLUES BAND

Live Entertainment. 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. Dec. 16 at Mr. Peabody's Bar and Grill, 136 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas.

NIGHT SKIES

Palomar College Planetarium host two shows every Friday with its “The Sky Tonight” program. 7 p.m. at Palomar College, 1140 W Mission Rd, San Marcos.

ABNORMAL NUTCRACKER

“Not Your Normal Nutcracker” flips the script on the classic holiday favorite set to musical selections

Photo courtesy Herman Cook Volkswagen

CHELSEA HANDLER peforms stand-up comedy at 8 p.m. Dec. 9 at San Diego Civic Theater. Courtesy photo/Lede Company

No mask. No hose. Just sleep.

RAIN, WIND, AND FIRE...

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The winds of diversity are gusting

hired for in the first place.”

mr. marketing rob weinberg

Philosopher John Locke observed:

“New opinions are always suspected, and usually opposed, without any other reason but because they are not already common.”

This jumped to mind as three headlines popped up over 12 hours:

• The La Jolla Playhouse is presenting a production of Shakespeare’s “As You Like It,” featuring a cast of trans, non-binary and queer performers. A celebration of the limitless possibilities of love, the playhouse is hoping to appeal to a whole new audience.

• Virgin Atlantic no longer requires women flight attendants to wear makeup. Women crew members can wear pants; men can wear skirts.

• Previously homophobic Bhutan is seeing LGBTQ acceptance grow.

Furthermore, Rep.elect Robert Garcia of Long Beach is now the first LGBTQ+ immigrant elected to Congress. Have we got a full-blown revolution on our hands?

Ritika Wadhwa, COO of London’s Cultural Intelligence Center, observed such changes mean “we can just get down to work, to bringing our unique perspective to the table and actually do what we were

Rancho Coastal Humane Society ready for face-lift

By Staff

ENCINITAS — The Rancho Coastal Humane Society is ready to start digging things up and knocking things down….really…. like knocking things down with a bulldozer….so it can step into the future.

Groundbreaking on renovations is 11 a.m. Dec. 15. The public is invited.

For 62 years, RCHS served people and animals from “the little yellow house” at 389 Requeza St.

“The dirt path that ran behind the shelter became Interstate 5. The pastures that surrounded RCHS are now filled with houses, businesses, churches and a hospital. A community grew up around us,” said spokesman John Van Zante.

“Now it’s our time to catch up so we can continue to serve.”

For more information on the planned renovations at Rancho Coastal Humane Society or to contribute to the facility’s capital campaign, visit rchumanesociety.org/capital-campaign.

In other words, what someone’s wearing means nothing more than a fashion choice. There’s now increasing focus on the talent people bring to each situation and the services they provide.

Truth be told, when I go shopping I neither know nor care if the cashier is gay, straight or somewhere in between. I just want to buy my gallon of milk (or whatever) and be on my way.

And seeing these headlines in such proximity suggests a wider movement to caring more about someone’s talent rather than their personal lives.

By the way, Virgin Atlantic’s job applications have DOUBLED since the airline changed its dress code. That’s worth considering for organizations having trouble hiring good people.

My daughter’s generation has grown up accepting people for who they are, rather than the labels society gave them.

And I’ll confess to sometimes being confused as He became She or They. Yet why is it a bad thing?

Because regardless of what you sell, your objectives yesterday, today and tomorrow are simple: Make more, sell more and have good people on your team to service your customers. Deliver value and quality at a fair price. The rest is a distraction.

It’s like Bob Dylan sang 60 years ago: The times they are a-changin’.

With that said, I wish you a week of profitable marketing.

askmrmarketing.com.

Affordable internet improves lives, according to survey

According to a recent report from Cox, conducted by a third-party research firm, customers enrolled in the federal Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) and/or use Cox’s Connect2Compete (C2C) service are experiencing significant positive impacts to their careers, their children’s education and to the continuing education of the adults in their household.

Cox’s long-standing commitment to narrowing the digital divide began 20 years ago with Connect2Compete for families with K-12 children. Today, Cox is proudly administering the Federal Government’s ACP program to deliver financial relief to customers and recently launched a new low-cost solution ideal for veterans, senior citizens, and Americans with disabilities, called ConnectAssist. C2C and ConnectAssist customers can receive free internet when the ACP benefit is applied.

Key findings from the October 2022 report, which surveyed more than 2,000 customers, found:

• About half of them have home internet for the first time

• 70% credit home internet for finding a new or better job

• Half said they got a promotion or a pay increase

• 90% said they are now doing homework at home

• Half said they are now able to apply to college and apply for financial aid

• Half said they have gotten certified in a specific skill or trade

• One third reported they are a first-generation college graduate in their

family as a result of home internet

• 90% of households say Cox internet access has had a positive impact on their children’s education

• Customers used grateful, relieved, blessed to describe having internet for the first time

Findings from respondents from the West (California, Arizona, Nevada and Idaho) include:

• 90% of households say Cox internet access has had a positive impact on their children’s education

• 78% of respondents indicate Cox internet access has had a positive impact on the career of people in the household

• 67% of households state Cox internet access has had a positive impact on the continuing education efforts of the adults in the home

“Internet access at

home is an important service to earn a quality education and to meet one’s professional goals,” said Mark Greatrex, president of Cox Communications.

“This research shows how our customers’ lives are bettered by having an affordable internet connection at home. We’re fully committed to our digital equity efforts and empowering more people to get connected and thrive in today’s world.”

Of the positive impacts that stem from Cox internet access, 93% of ACP and C2C customers indicate they’re able to pay their bills on time more easily, and 95% of C2C customers say it provides a way for their family to spend more time together.

One ACP customer said, “I absolutely love it. I am so happy to get a discount, it helps me tremendously because I am a widow and live on Social Security.”

Additionally, nine out of 10 ACP and C2C customers say Cox internet allows their children to access educational resources, do homework and participate in remote learning, and it better enables the adult(s) in the household to communicate with the child’s teacher.

“I was unable to afford internet service prior to this opportunity,” said a Cox customer using C2C service. “My daughter couldn’t to do her homework at home, and I was unable to take her to the public library.”

The 2022 Cox Digital Equity Research report was based on a survey of Cox customers enrolled in the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) and/or Connect2Compete (C2C) services.

To learn more about Cox's dedication to digital equity and explore affordable internet tiers, visit cox. com/digitalequity.

OF THE POSITIVE IMPACTS that stem from Cox internet access, 93% of ACP and C2C customers indicate they’re able to pay their bills on time more easily and 95% of C2C customers say it provides a way for their families to spend more time together. Courtesy photo

New Year’s food traditions

Here’s the question: What holiday traditions are alive in your home for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day that relate to food?

J.M. — I have no reason for my father making eggs after midnight. He may have just been hungry. If he did explain, I don’t remember.

L.L. — Black-eyed peas and collard greens for luck and fortune.

A.U. — Twelve grapes

at midnight to symbolize 12 prosperous months ahead!

A.Z. — My grandmother used to throw a New Year’s Day party — a big cold spread with different salads (potato, egg, macaroni) and cold cuts, all things that were made ahead of time and just put out the day of.

J.W. — Pork and sauerkraut! Every New Year’s Day. It’s a German tradition.

Encinitas celebrates 60th Holiday Parade

By Laura Place

ENCINITAS — The city of Encinitas celebrated its 60th Holiday Parade over the weekend, transforming South Coast Highway 101 into a winter wonderland to kick off the Christmas season.

The popular annual event maintained its hyper-local ambiance this year with the theme “Classic Encinitas, featuring dazzling floats and impressive classic cars.

However, the stars of the event were the residents representing local organizations, businesses, clubs and schools who could be seen walking, biking, roller skating and skateboarding down the street.

Hundreds of residents set up camp on either side of Coast Highway to view the parade as it traveled from D Street to J street, with some enjoying food and beverages at local eateries and others experiencing it up close from blankets and chairs on the road.

“What I like about it is the small town thing — you feel like you know people coming down the parade. If you’ve lived here long enough, your kid has probably walked in the parade at some point,” said Clint O’Connor, an Encinitas resident of over 25 years.

This year’s parade participants included the local chapter of Moms Demand Action, Encinitas Sasquatch Association, La Costa Canyon High School marching band, and Express Soccer Club, among many others.

Elected officials, including Rep. Mike Levin

and Assemblymember Tasha Boerner Horvath, also walked in the event with their supporters.

Before the start of the parade, residents also got to experience a tree-lighting and Santa Claus meetand-greet in the Lumberyard plaza.

Started in 1957, the Holiday Parade was originally called “Saint Nicks

Parade” and was held on 3rd Street.

Warren Raps, a longtime Encinitas resident, was grand marshal of this year’s parade. Raps replaces the late Earl Flores, known to audiences as Earl the Catholic Cowboy, who served as grand marshal last year.

Flores passed away in February.

Tony Kranz, top, hands out miniature American flags during the 60th Encini

tas Holiday Parade on Dec. 3 along Coast Highway 101. Photos by Vlad Medvinsky

Winter Wonderland on the shore of Lake San Marcos

Emily DeVries is on ice skates for the first time and predictably, it’s not easy.

The 9-year-old San Marcos resident is employing a child-sized walker to help keep herself upright. Her friend Mia Bugge, who has skated a few times more than Emily, is also trying to help. “It’s challenging,” says Emily, who has been at it for about 20 minutes.

The girls and their parents have come out on this crisp December night to enjoy Winter Wonderland, a holiday event staged by the Lakehouse Hotel and Resort at Lake San Marcos.

“This is a fun holiday activity,” says Michael DeVries as he watches his daughter slip and slide

across the rink.

“I think they did a wonderful job with the decorating,” says Alexis Bugge, Mia’s mom. “I’m impressed.” Besides the (faux) ice skating rink, Winter Wonderland offers a North Pole train; hayride around the Lake San Marcos neighborhood to see the lights; a giant Christ-

mas tree; stars and ornaments scattered around the grounds; a light tunnel; hot food, sweet treats and cocoa; adult beverages served in flashing, plastic snowballs; lots of lights; and at certain times, crafts for kids and visits with Santa.

“I’ve been seeing (the ads) for probably a month and I came last Thursday,” says

Gifts for seniors with everything

By Matilda Charles

Seniors have acquired so much ‘stuff’ over the years that we have nearly everything we need ... and more.

If you’ve held off buying a gift for a senior in your life because you don’t know what to get someone who already has everything, here are a few gift ideas that would be most welcome.

• Coupons for cab rides or gift certificates for restaurant meals, laundry services, auto detailing, spa day or

hair salon services.

• Gift basket created especially for your seniors, such as gourmet food, cheese, jams or chocolate. Or, consider a subscription to a quarterly or monthly gift club — from fruit baskets or flowers to bacon, coffee and cigars.

• Pay for a year of cable TV, the daily newspaper, magazine subscription or Netflix.

• Two tickets to a play or other event where you’ll

accompany your senior or a pair of movie passes so your senior can take a friend.

• Pay for a senior’s lifelong learning class at the senior center.

• Put together a box of useful things, like stamps, note cards, address labels, batteries, razor blades and calendar with large print.

• Make single serving meals for the freezer.

What do seniors really want most? The gift of your time.

Victoria Wood of Elfin Forest, as she and her family enjoyed burgers and other fare around a fire pit on the Lakehouse grounds. “This is their first time. I love Christmas movies and I feel like I’m in a Christmas movie. This has a small-town feel.”

Sherri Dolan, a Carlsbad realtor, admits her flashing-snowball cocktail was a bit of a splurge, but after all, it’s the holidays. “I just came from the Leo Carrillo (Ranch Historic Park) tree lighting ceremony,” she says with a high level of enthusiasm. “This area has a great vibe. I’d like to live here.”

For those who want to celebrate the holidays or anything else with up to eight friends and/or family members, there are “glowing igloos,” which can be rented for two hours. The

$400 cost includes a seasonal charcuterie board, dessert platter (serves eight) and two bottles of wine.

Briana Wilhite of Palm Desert found this the perfect way to celebrate her wedding with seven friends “from my different walks of life,” as well as the birthday of one of these friends. The group was seated on pillows around a low table, sharing

laughs, stories and food and wine.

This is the first year the Lakehouse has staged Winter Wonderland, located on the shore of Lake San Marcos. The event is open 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday-Sunday through Dec. 15; and daily 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Dec. 16-Jan. 1, excluding some dates. Check schedule or call 760744-0120.

A GLOWING IGLOO at Winter Wonderland at the Lakehouse Hotel and Resort in San Marcos is the place bride Briana Wilhite of Palm Desert, third from left, chose to celebrate her wedding with friends. Photo by Jerry Ondash

Queen

Queen Eileen’s is the definition of eclectic, they have something for everyone. If you are looking for that unique gift you won’t find anywhere else, Queen Eileen’s is the store for you! They have everything from unique cards, fart bombs and PJs to sterling silver from Bali and everything in between.

One can find balloons and custom gift baskets and they even have a naughty room in the back. They are famous for their novelty gifts and people

Holiday H appenings

is where it’s at this holiday season!

come from far and wide to buy from the Queen.

The staff has been with Queen Eileen for decades and shares her passion for providing a fun, engaging shopping experience.

Another great thing about Queen Eileen’s is the ever changing products available, every visit will be a unique experience which makes going back on a regular basis essential for any visit you make to downtown Encinitas. And do you want

to know Encinitas’ best kept fashion secret? Their warehouse behind the store is full of products for their wholesale business, Bali Queen, at unbelievable prices. It is amazing stuff that Eileen hand selects on her travels around the world. You have to ask to go back there, but it’s definitely worth the trek across the alley.

For over 30 years, Queen Eileen’s has been the one store in Encinitas that reflects the heart and soul and the rich, funky history of this slice of paradise called Encinitas. Owner Eileen Burke or, Queen Eileen as she is known around town, grew up primarily in Encinitas attending San Dieguito High, hanging at Stone Steps and sold vintage

ferent place then, but those early years shaped Eileen and enabled her to score her prime loca-

tion on Coast Highway in the heart of Encinitas and what a fabulous store it is. Recent store renovations led to the discovery of a vintage Coca-Cola sign within the wall of the store.

The sign features the Coca-Cola “Sprite Boy,” a character that appeared in Coca-Cola advertisements from 1942 until 1958.

Based on historical records, the location was a hardware store in 1947, and some think it might have previously been a drugstore with a soda fountain, hence the sign.

So next time you are looking for that one-of-akind gift that you won’t find in any chain store, make Queen Eileen’s your first stop, you will be happy you did!

Make a dreidel decoration and treat container

By Donna Erickson During Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of lights, children play a traditional game with a dreidel, a four-sided Hanukkah top.

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What you need: • 1 half-pint clean and dry cardboard milk carton or a small, square box • Stapler • Tempera, acrylic paints • Markers and pencil • Decorating materials such as colored tissue, foil, paper strips, glitter, fabric scraps • Household glue

Here’s the fun: Place the supplies on a

newspaper-covered table.

If you are making the dreidel to be used as a gift box, put some tissue paper

inside the milk carton or box. Then tuck the gift in the tissue paper.

If you’re using a milk carton, carefully staple shut the spout of the carton and paint it, covering it completely. Let dry.

Turn the carton upside down, and use the marker or paint in squeeze bottles to write a different Hebrew letter on each of the four sides. They begin the Hebrew words that mean “a great miracle happened here.”

Go to www.holidays. net/chanukah/dreidel.html to see how to write the letters. You’ll also be able to read the words to the song, hear the melody and play the game.

Decorate the carton or box. If you’re using a carton, poke a pencil through the bottom so that the decoration looks like a top. (If there is a gift inside, be sure to poke carefully!)

If you’re using a box, poke the pencil all the way through it and out the other end.

clothes on the weekends at Peddlers Village in Leucadia.

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QUEEN EILEEN’S has everything from unique cards, fart bombs and PJs to sterling silver from Bali and everything in between. Courtesy photo

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Enjoy your holidays in the heart of Del Mar Village

Stroll the streets of downtown Del Mar Village and enjoy festive lights, garlands, shopfronts and the beloved holiday tree lit up at the Jim Watkins Amphitheater at L’Auberge Del Mar.

Info here

Nov. 18 to Dec. 18

A mischievous young snowman has left the North Pole in search of sandy beaches and salty sea air. Find him in local shops, post to social media and be entered to win fun prizes!

Free Holiday Parking

Weekends through Jan. 1

The City of Del Mar will offer free parking in downtown Del Mar for customers on weekends throughout the holiday season.

Toys for Tots Donation

Ongoing through Dec. 14

Bring new, unwrapped gifts to Jim Coleman State Farm Insurance Agency to bring joy to kids this holiday season.

Holiday Happenings at L’Auberge

Del Mar

Visit www.laubergedelmar.com for a full holiday lineup, including cookie decorating and brunch with Santa.

Snow N Glow at the Del Mar Fairgrounds

Thursday, Dec. 8 to Sunday, Jan. 1, hours vary

The Del Mar Fairgrounds will be transformed with three major attractions to make spirits bright: snow tubing, lights and igloo rentals!

Shop Local in Del Mar Village

Tackle your holiday shopping while supporting local, independent business owners and enjoying festive lights, garlands and the beloved holiday tree in downtown Del Mar Village.

Snowman Scavenger Hunt

Silvergate San Marcos wins 2023 Caring Star Award

SAN MARCOS — December 23, 2022 — Silvergate San Marcos proudly announces the retirement community’s received the prestigious 2023 Caring Star Award for outstanding care in senior living by Caring.com, a leading senior living referral service and the nation’s top site for retirement community reviews. This is the third award for excellence that Silvergate has garnered in the last year, including one from SeniorAdvisor. com and San Diego Union Tribune whose readers cast their votes for “Favorite” in the region.

"We strive daily to provide the highest quality care and services for our residents, and this award validates our delivery on that promise,” said Joan Rink-Carroll, Executive Director of Silvergate San Marcos. "Silvergate is one of only two community in San Marcos to win this award. Our 25 years of experience in caring for seniors, the longevity of our staff, our hands-on local ownership, and the outstanding care we offer are all reasons why we continue to be recognized by organizations like Car-

ing.com. On behalf of our community staff and leadership, we want to thank those who shared positive feedback about us.”

Online review sites help Americans research and select the best senior living communities. Seniors and their families often turn to the internet and consumer reviews when narrowing their options among senior living communities in their area. They rely on these peer perspectives as much as personal recommendations from friends, geriatric professionals and medical personnel.

“Congratulations to Silvergate San Marcos for being among these highly-rated communities achieving such significant praise from their customers in online reviews,” Caring.com’s CEO, Jim Rosenthal said. “They stand out as being among the best and most experienced in senior living care in the nation.”

To be considered for the award, Caring Stars communities meet a set of criteria based on ratings and reviews from senior living residents and their family members. Some of the positive feedback that led to

Silvergate San Marcos being named a Caring Star of 2023 includes:

“We recently moved our 96-year-old Mother into Silvergate San Marcos. Mom didn’t want to move, but she agreed to. While she was still at her home, she was saying that she was ready ‘to go’. After a week at Silvergate, she is saying she has a new lease on life and thinks she can make it to 100!” said Debi Van Doren, whose mother resides at Silvergate and recently left touching online review about the community. “I stayed with her at Silvergate to help get her settled and I am very impressed. Everyone that works there is very kind and compassionate, it feels like a family. The food is delicious and there are always activities to fill the day. Thanks to Silvergate for creating such a caring, nurturing environment.”

“We are proud to be among the top family-rated communities and care providers in the nation,” said David Nelson, Marketing Director for the community. “The bar for standards had been raised this year, and we knew only the best

communities would be recognized this award season. We are overjoyed by all the positive feedback we received online, and very proud of our amazing team of nurses, caregivers, and administrators who rose to the occasion by providing such great quality of care to our residents and their families.”

About Silvergate San Marcos

Located in a serene setting within the city of San Marcos, Silvergate is a full-service retirement community offering independent living, assisted living or memory care. As a senior living community with a broad spectrum of care, and decades of experience in the industry, Silvergate is proud to have been recognized for its superior service levels and for making a difference in the lives of seniors right here in San Diego County.

For information about availability and pricing, call David Nelson to arrange a private tour of the property at 760-744-4484. Silvergate San Marcos is located at 1550 Security Place, San Marcos, CA 92078. www.SilvergateRR.com/SM.

A different approach to learning with Nancy Eggert

Educational consultant Nancy Eggert M.A.’s passion is to help students who have fallen behind in school catch up with their peers.

Having trained with experts in cognitive sensory processing, Eggert has worked with children in special education courses for more than a decade. In that time, she has been able to pull students back to grade level and help them reach their basic skills within 60 to 80 hours.

Nearly 22% of the population learns differently than the rest. This is where Eggert comes into play with a multisensory approach that differs from the average lesson plan.

In linguistics for example, Eggert focuses on teaching her students to read with sound rather than teaching them by individual letters or words.

“If a child is behind, that means there could be

something not working between the page and the brain or the eyes,” Eggert said. “If they can’t pick it up from the page, you can teach them the sound.”

According to Eggert, she can help students with dyslexia, epilepsy, cerebral palsy, autism, language de-

lays and attention issues who need specialized education.

Many of her students have fallen behind because of missing school due to illness, and a growing number of her students were negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic shutdown.

In her program, Eggert

evaluates her students’ needs and keeps parents informed about their progress. In just a few sessions, parents and students will notice a difference.

Eggert sees her students as the future leaders of this world. Along with helping her students learn how to process information, she also hopes to instill a sense of leadership in her students by connecting them to history. She is a relative of Daniel Boone, an 18th century American pioneer and folk hero.

Eggert has plans to go nationwide with her Boone Pioneer Education Foundation. This foundation is named to keep our pioneer history alive for children and America Strong. Those who want to support this foundation as well as parents who are interested in enrolling their child can call 619-227-1664 or email booneteach1@gmail.com.

SURF CATS

I’m not sure who was the first surfer to be compared to a cat, but it now seems obvious.

Ever since the early ’60s when Miki Dora slinked from Malibu shadows, and later endorsed a surfboard model called “Da Cat” and built by Dora’s friend, Greg Noll, I have heard of surfers being called cats. (Surf dogs are far less common, with Pipeline legend Rory Russel singularly holding down the moniker.)

David Nuuhiwa, who in the late teens was sleek, quick, agile, aware as moving water, and barely seemed to touch his board even when walking on it, always landed on his feet and was therefore often compared to a cat.

Australian surfing champ Tom Carroll and his American rival Tom Curren were both initialed TC, which sometimes meant “Top Cat,” which they both were.

I vaguely recall something my friend John Conover, who founded and continues to run Tidelines Tide Calendars, wrote in the mid-’80s about learning from his cat.

While I don’t have his entire kitty tribute committed to memory, I was interested enough in the content of his four-paw salute that a friend and I discussed its content at length one evening.

If cats didn’t sleep so much, they might run the world. If they enjoyed swimming, they might also rule the waves, something that would, no doubt, leave fewer fish for other creatures.

With all that, the cat/surf connection was still a bit fuzzy with me. That all changed 20-some years ago when Clelia, our daughter, placed a fuzzy, black dot onto the lap of my wife, Tracy.

The cat, Clara, soon enlightened me as to how cats surfed airwaves or unseen vibrations that danced through the atmosphere. Like most cats, Clara did more than just see the environment — she felt it, she sensed it,

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she heard it, she smelled it.

There were also things that none of the five known senses could account for — the sudden hunch of the back leading to a 3-foot vertical leap that arrived without apparent outside stimulus.

After Clara came Pete, a clumsy, clueless, flabby, crabby tabby that we loved despite his lack of catlike reflexes. Next were brothers Henry and Percy. When Percy died young, we picked up a rescue called Clementine who was wiser and faster than anything but the coyote.

When Henry died unexpectedly, we opened hearts and home to twin brothers, Eddy, and Brother.

The pair has shown me what I think Conover meant —that cats do a better job of being human than most humans. They sleep when they’re tired, eat when they’re hungry, don’t eat if they’re not feeling well, and let you know exactly how they feel about you.

Cats are silent hunters, watching their prey before destroying it with a quick flick of a five-stiletto paw. Cats surf waves of sound, site and vibration, intersecting with three-dimensional beings for our mutual benefit.

Cats enjoy things with no connection to anything practical, seeking the innermost limits of pure fun.

The comparison of a person to a cat is a compliment to the human, not the cat. I’d like to see John John, Felipe or Kelly do what Eddy and Brother can do.

Check out Chris Ahrens’ latest passion project, GodnGangsters: youtube.com/c/GodNGangsters

NANCY EGGERT M.A., Educational Consultant, is a relative of Daniel Boone, an 18th century American pioneer and folk hero Courtesy photo

STAFFERS AT SILVERGATE San Marcos celebrate after winning the prestigious Caring Star award from Caring.com, an online review site whose clients rate senior living communities throughout the United States. Courtesy photo

Mattresses - Platform Beds - Futons - Sofas - Sofa Beds

MOVIES: What does Susan Walker want as a gift from Santa in the movie “Miracle on 34th Street”?

Which famous rock band once called itself The New Yardbirds?

Where is the Thar Desert located?

Which TV sitcom’s theme song was “Thank You for Being a Friend”?

& DRINK: When was frozen food invented?

Which Disney princess is modeled after a real person?

What is the only human organ capable of natural regeneration?

KINGDOM: What are male and female swans called?

STATES: Which state’s motto is “Excelsior!”?

HISTORY: How many people signed the U.S. Declaration of Independence?

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Restless Rams and Ewes might want to let others finish a current project while they start something new. But if you do, you could risk losing out on a future opportunity.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) The Bovine’s creative forces start revving up as you plan for the upcoming holidays. Some practical aspects also emerge, especially where money is involved.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Moments of doubt disrupt your otherwise clear sense of purpose. Don’t ignore them. They could be telling you not to rush into anything until you know more about it.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A planned trip might have to be delayed. Plan to use this new free time to update your skills and your resume so you’ll be ready when a new job opportunity opens.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) A flood of holiday party bids from business contacts allows you to mix work and pleasure. Your knowledge, plus your Leonine charm, wins you a new slew of admirers.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) An unexpected act by a colleague complicates an agreement, causing delays in implementing it. Check out the motive for this move: It’s not what you might suspect.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You might want to cut ties with an ingrate who seems to have forgotten your past generosity. But there might be a reason for this behavior that you should be in the know about. Ask.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Be careful not to set things in stone. Much could happen over the next several days that will make you rethink some decisions, and maybe change them.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Your plans to help provide holiday cheer for the less fortunate inspire others to follow your generous example. Expect welcome news by week’s end.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) You’re in your glory as you start planning for the holiday season ahead. But leave time to deal with a problem that needs a quick and fair resolution.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) The upcoming holiday season provides a perfect setting for strengthening relationships with kin and others. A new contact has important information.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Instead of fretting over a cutting remark by a co-worker, chalk it up to an outburst of envy of your wellrespected status among both your colleagues and superiors.

BORN THIS WEEK: You instinctively know when to be serious and when to be humorous — attributes everyone finds endearing.

© 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.

LAWYER On 1/9/2023 at 10:30 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 7/8/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0578362 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of San Diego County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: ROBERT S. CALL AND KATHLEEN BLACKBIRD CALL HUSBAND & WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE; AT THE MAIN ENTRANCE TO THE EAST COUNTY REGIONAL CENTER BY STATUE, 250 E. MAIN STREET, EL CAJON, CA 92020 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: MORE ACCURATELY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 705 N. PACIFIC STREET, OCEANSIDE, CA 92054 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 held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured 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: $834,530.74 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 a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

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

should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW. STOXPOSTING.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 099900-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: Effective January 1, 2021, 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 (855) 313-3319, or visit this internet website www. clearreconcorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 099900-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 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.

FOR SALES INFORMATION: (844) 477-7869 CLEAR RECON CORP 4375 Jutland Drive San Diego, California 92117 STOX 935369_099900-CA 11/25/2022, 12/02/2022, 12/09/2022 CN 27132

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

TS No. CA-22-926407-CL Order No.: DEF-436237 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/26/2007.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed

of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): MICHAEL E GERBER AND, LUZ D GERBER, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded: 11/30/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0746997 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of SAN DIEGO County, California; Date of Sale: 12/19/2022 at 10:00 AM

Place of Sale: At the entrance to the East County Regional Center by the statue, located at 250 E. Main St., El Cajon, CA 92020 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,229,488.11 The purported property address is: 635 BECKY LANE, SAN MARCOS, CA 92069 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 182-200-45-00 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS:

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

If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website http:// www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-22-926407-CL. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction.

If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you

can call 916-939-0772, or visit this internet website http:// www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA22-926407-CL to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale.

If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE OWNEROCCUPANT: Any prospective owner-occupant as defined in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who is the last and highest bidder at the trustee’s sale shall provide the required affidavit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee’s sale or shall have it delivered to Quality Loan Service Corporation by 5 p.m. on the next business day following the trustee’s sale at the address set forth in the below signature block. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney.

If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio S San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711

For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http://www. qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-22-926407-CL IDSPub #0182303 11/25/2022 12/2/2022 12/9/2022 CN 27131

Notice of Public Sales

Notice is hereby given by that Pursuant to section 21701-21715 of the business and Professions Code and Section 535 of the Penal Code of the State of California, A Lien Sale will be held. Auction will be conducted online at storageauctions.net starting at 10am December 27th, 2022, ending at 12pm December 30st, 2022. Unit(s) are at Oceanside RV and SelfStorage located at 444 Edgehill Lane, Oceanside, CA 92054. The following personal items: Clothes, Golf Clubs, Fishing poles, boxes of household goods, and hand tools will be sold as follows:

Name Unit Charles Brent Wisser 88B 12/09, 12/16/2022 CN 27191

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF HENRIETTA SUN a.k.a. HANALEI SUN Case # 37-2022-00040223-PR-

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To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Henrietta Sun a.k.a. Hanalei Sun

A Petition for Probate has been filed by Jeordie Fellner in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego.

The Petition for Probate requests that Jeordie Fellner be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

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: Date: March 07, 2023; Time: 11:00 AM; in Dept.: 504. Court address: 1100 Union St., San Diego CA 92101, Central Courthouse.

Appearances may be made in person in the department; or by using the department’s Microsoft Teams (“MSTeams”) video link; or by calling the department’s MSTeams conference phone number and using the assigned conference ID number. The department’s in person instructions, MSTeams video conference link, MS Teams conference phone number, and assigned conference ID number can be found at www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ ProbateHearings. Plan to check 15 minutes prior to the scheduled hearing time.

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 to 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.

Attorney for Petitioner: RICH GAINES, ESQ. LEGACY LEGAL, INC. 5900 La Place Ct., Ste 105 Carlsbad CA 92008 Telephone: 760.931.9923 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022 CN 27185

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

Pursuant to Business and Professions Code Secs. 2170021707, notice is hereby given that a public lien sale of the following described personal property will be held on December 15, 2022 at 11:00 AM. The sale will be conducted at: San Marcos Public Storage, 907 W San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos CA 92078, County of San Diego, State of California. The items to be sold are generally described as: Electronics, Household Items, Furniture, Tools, Office Equipment, many boxes of unknown content stored by the following persons:

Account Name / Space Number Adonis Cooke H02 Nathan Robinson B03 Brenda Angelina CortezAndrade A10 David I Xinidakis N07 Anthony Hargove D07 Michael Miller I03

Sales subject to prior cancellations in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Dated 11/29/22 Auction to be conducted by West Coast Auctions, License # 0434194, Tel # 760-724-0423 12/02, 12/09/2022 CN 27178

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE

FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE# 37-202200047611-CU-PT-NC TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner(s): Reza Hashemi filed a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: a. Present name: Reza Hashemi change to proposed name: Mehron Hashemi THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this Court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for a 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 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: On January 17, 2023 at 8:30 a.m., in Dept. 25 of the Superior Court of California, 325 S Melrose Dr., Vista CA 92081, North County Division.

NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE ABOVE DATE; ATTACHMENT TO ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME (JC FORM #NC-120) NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.

The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree

Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issues the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a

certified copy is required. A certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth’ Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for information on obtaining certified copies.

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date. Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court. IT IS SO ORDERED.

Filed Date: 11/29/2022

James E. Simmons Jr. Judge of the Superior Court. 12/02, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022 CN 27175

SUMMONS

(CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE #: CVSW2205649 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): ERNESTINE GRANT., MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (MERS), all persons unknown claiming any legal or equitable right, title, estate, lien interest in the property described in the complaint adverse to plaintiffs title or any cloud on plaintiffs title thereon, named as DOES 1-20, inclusive. YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): Brent E. Hermanson, an individual; and Carrie M. Hermanson, an individual 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 SelfHelp 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

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individual defendant. 12/02, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022 CN 27164

SUMMONS

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 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion.

Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO despues de que le entreguen esta citacion 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 telefonica 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 mas informacion 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 mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas 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 remision 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 poniendose 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 recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesion 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 direccion de la corte es): Superior Court of California Southwest Justice Center 30755-D Auld Rd. Murrieta CA 92563

The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la direccion y el numero de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es):

OakTree Law

LARRY FIESELMAN

SBN 81872 10900 183rd St., Ste 270 Cerritos CA 90703 Telephone: 562.741.3943 Date: 08/16/2022

Clerk (Secretario) by Samuel Hamrick Jr., Executive Officer/ Clerk of Court Patty Thiphavong, Deputy (Adjunto)

NOTICE TO THE PERSON

SERVED: You are served as an

(CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE #: 22STCV24395

NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): SAMUEL TODD SHERMAN, an individual; and DOES 1 TO 30.

YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): MARIO MUNOZ PERDOMO, an individual, 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 SelfHelp 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 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion.

Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO despues de que le entreguen esta citacion 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 telefonica 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 mas informacion 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 mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas 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 remision 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 poniendose 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 recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesion 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 direccion de la corte es):

Superior Court of California County of Los Angeles-Spring Street Courthouse 312 N. Spring St. Los Angeles CA 90012

The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la direccion y el numero de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es):

Bradley G. Hayes (SBN 287552)

The Hayes Law Firm, APC Mailing Address: 8605 Santa Monica Blvd., PMB 48071 West Hollywood CA 90069-4109 Physical Address: 2648 Durfee Avenue, Suite 101 El Monte, CA 91732 Telephone: 323.477.1415 Date: 07/28/2022 Clerk (Secretario), by Sherri R. Carter Executive Officer/ Clerk of Court D. Wiliams, Deputy (Adjunto)

NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served as an individual defendant. 12/02, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022 CN 27163

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE #: 37-2022-00033906CU-OR-NC NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): LENNIE PISCO DEVERA, an individual; KATHLEEN CLAIRE PISCO DEVERA, an individual; SIERRA PACIFIC MORTGAGE COMPANY, INC., a California corporation; ALL PERSONS UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY; and DOES 1 through 200, inclusive.

YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTÀ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): SARAH MAE CRUZ NATIVIDAD, an individual. 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 SelfHelp 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 San Diego

North County Regional Center 325 S. Melrose Dr. Vista CA 92081

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): Bryan Owens Sahagun, Esq. (SBN 277909)

SAHAGUN LAW APC 4229 Main St. Riverside CA 92501

Telephone: 951.682.4525 Date: (Fecha), 08/23/2022

Clerk by (Secretario), P. Cortez, Deputy (Adjunto) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served as an individual. 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022 CN 27157

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE# 37-202200046387-CU-PT-NC TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

Petitioner(s): Elizabeth Phillips filed a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: a. Present name: Elizabeth Phillips change to proposed name: Elizabeth Guerrero Baird

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this Court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for a 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 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: On January 3, 2023 at 8:30 a.m., in Dept. N-25 of the Superior Court of California, 325 S Melrose Dr., Vista CA 92081, North County Division.

NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE ABOVE DATE; ATTACHMENT TO ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME (JC FORM #NC-120) NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.

The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issues the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required.

A certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth’ Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for information on obtaining certified copies.

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date.

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have

this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court. IT IS SO ORDERED.

Filed Date: 11/15/2022

James E. Simmons Jr. Judge of the Superior Court. 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022 CN 27148

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF MILTON FREEMAN

Case# 37-2022-00043250PR-LA-CTL

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Milton Freeman

A Petition for Probate has been filed by Connie Eakins, in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego.

The Petition for Probate requests that Connie Eakins 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: Date: March 21, 2023; Time: 11:00 AM; in Dept.: 504. Court address: 1100 Union St., San Diego CA 92101, Central Courthouse.

Court appearances may be made either in person or virtually, unless otherwise ordered by the Court. Virtual appearances must be made using the department’s Microsoft Teams (“MS Teams”) video link; or by calling the department’s MS Teams conference phone number and using the assigned conference ID number. The MS Teams video conference links and phone numbers can be found at www.sdcourt.ca.gov/ ProbateHearings

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 to 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.

Attorney for Petitioner: Gregory Duncan, Esq. 1015 Chestnut Ave., #H3 Carlsbad CA 92008 Telephone: 760.729.2774 11/25, 12/02. 12/09/2022 CN 27133

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE# 37-202200045053-CU-PT-NC TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner(s): Martha G. Parks filed a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: a. Present name: Martha G. Parks change to proposed name: Martha Godinez Parks

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this Court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for a 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 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: On December 27, 2022 at 8:30 a.m., in Dept. 25 of the Superior Court of California, 325 S Melrose Dr., Vista CA 92081, North County Division.

NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE ABOVE DATE; ATTACHMENT TO ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME (JC FORM #NC-120)

NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.

The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issues the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required.

A certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth’ Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for information on obtaining certified copies.

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays)

BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date. Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court. IT IS SO ORDERED.

Filed Date: 11/08/2022 James E. Simmons Jr. Judge of the Superior Court. 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09/2022 CN 27116

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025122 Filed: Nov 16, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk.

Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Black Phoebe Films. Located at: 1250 Melba Rd., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Information: 1. Cynasty Films LLC, 1250 Melba Rd., Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: Not Yet Started S/Jerry Franck, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23, 12/30/2022 CN 27195

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025963 Filed: Nov 29, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. See Your Side. Located at: 3625 Vista Oceana #39, Oceanside CA 92057 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Information: 1. Eric Mitchell, 3625 Vista Oceana #39, Oceanside CA 92057.

This business is conducted by: Individual. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: Not Yet Started S/Eric Mitchell, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23, 12/30/2022 CN 27194

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9026389 Filed: Dec 05, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk.

Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Generation of Harmony. Located at: 924 Encinitas Blvd. #48, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Mailing Address: PO Box 235844, Encinitas CA 92023.

Registrant Information: 1. Kerri Lynn Lake, 924 Encinitas Blvd. #48, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: Individual. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 01/01/2019 S/ Kerri Lynn Lake, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23, 12/30/2022 CN 27192

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025679 Filed: Nov 22, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk.

Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Trek Bicycle North County. Located at: 1617 Capalina Rd. #B, San Marcos CA 92069 San Diego. Mailing Address: 801 W. Madison St., Waterloo WI 53594. Registrant Information: 1. Trek Retail Corporation, 801 W. Madison St., Waterloo WI 53594. This business is conducted by: Corporation. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 03/10/2021 S/ Chad Brown, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23, 12/30/2022 CN 27189

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025678 Filed: Nov 22, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Trek Bicycle La Mesa. Located at: 8495 Fletcher Pkwy, La Mesa CA 91942 San Diego. Mailing Address: 801 W. Madison St., Waterloo WI 53594. Registrant Information: 1. Trek Retail Corporation, 801 W. Madison St., Waterloo WI 53594.

This business is conducted by: Corporation. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 03/10/2021 S/ Chad Brown, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23, 12/30/2022 CN 27188

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025677 Filed: Nov 22, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk.

Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Trek Bicycle San Diego Kearny Mesa. Located at: 4240 Kearny Mesa Rd. #108, San Diego CA 92111 San Diego. Mailing Address: 801 W. Madison St., Waterloo WI 53594. Registrant Information: 1. Trek Retail Corporation, 801 W. Madison St., Waterloo WI 53594. This business is conducted by: Corporation. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 03/10/2021 S/ Chad Brown, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23, 12/30/2022 CN 27187

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025676 Filed: Nov 22, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk.

Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Trek Bicycle Encinitas. Located at: 1010 S. Coast Hwy 101, #101, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Mailing Address: 801 W. Madison St., Waterloo WI 53594. Registrant Information: 1. Trek Retail Corporation, 801 W. Madison St., Waterloo WI 53594. This business is conducted by: Corporation. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 09/02/2022 S/ Chad Brown, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23, 12/30/2022 CN 27186

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9026162 Filed: Dec 01, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Cocina de Barrio. Located at: 3924 W. Point Loma Blvd., San Diego CA 92110 San Diego. Mailing Address: 632 S. Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas CA 92024. Registrant Information: 1. Cocina de Barrio LLC, 632 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: Not Yet Started S/Jaime Osuna, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23, 12/30/2022 CN 27184

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025600 Filed: Nov 21, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Bonus Round Arcades. Located at: 740 Los Vallecitos Blvd #104, San Marcos CA 92069 San Diego. Mailing Address: 1225 Burton St., Fullerton CA 92831. Registrant Information: 1. Custom Billiard and Games, 1225 Burton St., Fullerton CA 92831. This business is conducted by: Corporation. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 11/01/2022 S/Brian Chinh Hoang, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23, 12/30/2022 CN 27183

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025640 Filed: Nov 22, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk.

Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Trek Bicycle South Bay. Located at: 3901 Bonita Rd., Bonita CA 91902 San Diego. Mailing Address: 801 W. Madison St., Waterloo WI 53594. Registrant Information: 1. Trek Retail Corporation, 801 W. Madison St., Waterloo WI 53594. This business is conducted by: Corporation. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 03/10/2021 S/ Chad Brown, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23, 12/30/2022 CN 27182

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025902 Filed:

Nov 29, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk.

Fictitious Business Name(s): A. San Diego Analytics. Located at: 1104 Las Flores Dr., Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Information: 1. William Sheffler, 1104 Las Flores Dr., Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: Individual.

Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 11/16/2022 S/William Sheffler, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022 CN 27177

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025472 Filed: Nov 21, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk.

Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Elocal Web Solutions. Located at: 1531 Grand Ave. #B, San Marcos CA 92078 San Diego. Mailing Address: 663 S. Rancho Santa Fe Rd. #673, San Marcos CA 92078. Registrant Information: 1. Planzme Inc., 750 Banyan Ct., Lake San Marcos CA 92069. This business is conducted by: Corporation.

Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 11/14/2022 S/Frank Paul Trotman, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022 CN 27174

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025756 Filed: Nov 23, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk.

Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Nest Pediatric Therapy. Located at: 1718 Kenwood Pl., San Marcos CA 92078-1019 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same.

Registrant Information: 1. Shari Jones Speech Therapy Inc., 1718 Kenwood Pl., San Marcos CA 92078-1019. This business is conducted by: Corporation.

Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: Not Yet Started S/Shari Jones, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022 CN 27171

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025203 Filed: Nov 16, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk.

Fictitious Business Name(s): A. The Flower Remedy. Located at: 5855 Avenida Encinas #146, Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Mailing Address: PO Box 7140, Rancho Santa Fe CA 92067.

Registrant Information: 1. Mindful Happiness LLC, 5855 Avenida Encinas #146, Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: Not Yet Started S/Peter Davis, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022 CN 27170

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025635 Filed: Nov 22, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/ County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Pure Solar Power. Located at: 147 Coop St., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Information: 1. Shambala Enterprises, 147 Coop Ct., Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: Corporation. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: Not Yet Started S/Jeffrey Konek, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022 CN 27169

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025728 Filed: Nov 23, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Mr. Bodhi’s Grub & Scrub. Located at: 437 S. Hwy 101 #105, Solana Beach CA 92075 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Information: 1. Mr. Bodhi Inc., 437 S. Hwy 101 #105, Solana Beach CA 92075. This business is conducted by: Corporation. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above

Names(s) as of: 11/01/2022 S/ Robert F. Brackett, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022 CN 27168

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9024884 Filed: Nov 14, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk.

Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Kindred Connection. Located at: 312 N. Coast Hwy 101 #2527, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Information: 1. Kindra Kuntz, 312 N. Coast Hwy 101 #2527, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: Individual. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 11/14/2022 S/ Kindra Kuntz, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022 CN 27167

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025646 Filed: Nov 22, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Jane Louise Creates. Located at: 1928 High Ridge Ave., Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Information: 1. Jane Owens, 1928 High Ridge Ave., Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: Individual. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 03/15/2013 S/ Jane Owens, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022 CN 27166

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9024950 Filed: Nov 14, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Body Mechanic. Located at: 3087 State St., Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Mailing Address: 3159 Madison St. #B, Carlsbad CA 92008. Registrant Information: 1. Amanda Garibay, 3159 Madison St. #B, Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: Individual. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 11/14/2022 S/ Amanda Garibay, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022 CN 27160

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9024346 Filed: Nov 03, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Vista Water Shack. Located at: 807 N. Santa Fe Ave., Vista CA 92084 San Diego. Mailing Address: 360 Hannalei Dr., Vista CA 92083. Registrant Information: 1. G & F Embroidery Inc., 360 Hannalei Dr., Vista CA 92083. This business is conducted by: Corporation. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: Not Yet Started S/Fabiola Plata, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022 CN 27156

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9024347 Filed: Nov 03, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk.

Fictitious Business Name(s): A. JuLu Properties LLC. Located at: 807 N. Santa Fe Ave., Vista CA 92084 San Diego. Mailing Address: 360 Hannalei Dr., Vista CA 92083. Registrant Information: 1. JuLu Properties LLC, 807 N. Santa Fe Ave., Vista CA 92084. This business is conducted by: Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: Not Yet Started S/Fabiola Plata, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022 CN 27155

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025491 Filed: Nov 21, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Sea Homes. Located at: 1420 Kettner Blvd. #100, San Diego CA 92101 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Information: 1. Megan Hoogestraat, 1420 Kettner Blvd.

#100, San Diego CA 92101. This business is conducted by: Individual. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 01/01/2022 S/ Megan Hoogestraat, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022 CN 27154

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025126 Filed: Nov 16, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Bright Creative Media. Located at: 1206 Caminito Septimo, Cardiff CA 92007 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Information: 1. Megan Noonan, 1206 Caminito Septimo, Cardiff CA 92007. This business is conducted by: Individual. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 07/01/2022 S/ Megan Noonan, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022 CN 27152

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9024836 Filed: Nov 10, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Talewind Creative. Located at: 6112 Paseo Tapajos, Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Information: 1. Talewind Inc., 6112 Paseo Tapajos, Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: Corporation. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 09/08/2016 S/Greg D. Shoman, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022 CN 27147

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025233 Filed: Nov 16, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Studio 6 #5290. Located at: 5010 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad CA 92008 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Information: 1. Carlsbad 10 Hospitality LLC, 5010 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad CA 92008. This business is conducted by: Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 07/20/2022 S/Riya Patel, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022 CN 27146

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9024625 Filed: Nov 08, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Oasis Travel Platform. Located at: 1106 Second St. #370, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Information: 1. Tower 20 Solutions Inc., 1106 Second St. #370, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: Corporation. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 08/01/2016 S/Michael DAmico, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022 CN 27145

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025391 Filed: Nov 18, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Neda Nourani & Associates; B. NN&A. Located at: 3255 Fortuna Ranch Rd., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Information: 1. N.N.F.N. Inc., 3255 Fortuna Ranch Rd., Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: Corporation. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: Not Yet Started S/Farshad Nourani, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022 CN 27144

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025206 Filed: Nov 16, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Happy Ebikes

Encinitas. Located at: 875 Santa Fe Dr., Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Information: 1. Hint of Happiness LLC, 7371 Circulo Ronda, Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: Not Yet Started S/Melody Sheehan, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022 CN 27143

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025205 Filed: Nov 16, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Happy Ebikes. Located at: 5931 Sea Lion Pl. #110, Carlsbad CA 92010 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Information: 1. Ezee Bikes LLC, 1910 Thomes Ave., Cheyenne WY 82001. This business is conducted by: Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 05/20/2020 S/ Melody Sheehan, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022 CN 27142

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9025064 Filed: Nov 15, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. DDC Next. Located at: 1106 2nd St. #262, Encinitas CA 92024 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Information: 1. Dagan Design and Construction Inc, 1106 2nd St. #262, Encinitas CA 92024. This business is conducted by: Corporation. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: Not Yet Started S/Dagan Koffler, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022 CN 27141

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9024822 Filed: Nov 10, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Caliad Art. Located at: 4079 Governor Dr. #3035, San Diego CA 92122 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Information: 1. Creative Side LLC, 4079 Governor Dr. #3035, San Diego CA 92122. This business is conducted by: Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 10/12/2022 S/Katherine Jones, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022 CN 27140

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9024867 Filed: Nov 14, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk.

Fictitious Business Name(s): A. C&C Management. Located at: 7302 Golden Star Ln., Carlsbad CA 92011 San Diego. Mailing Address: PO 130336, Carlsbad CA 92013. Registrant Information: 1. Colleen Kelly, 7302 Golden Star Ln., Carlsbad CA 92011; 2. Clifford Clermont, 7302 Golden Star Ln., Carlsbad CA 92011. This business is conducted by: Married Couple.

Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 11/10/2022 S/Colleen Kelly, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022 CN 27139

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9024179 Filed: Nov 01, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Love Your Space. Located at: 3130 Sunny Creek Rd., Carlsbad CA 92010 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Information: 1. Bridget Ann Dolkas, 3130 Sunny Creek Rd., Carlsbad CA 92010. This business is conducted by: Individual.

Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: Not Yet Started S/Bridget Ann Dolkas, 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09/2022 CN 27126

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9024712 Filed: Nov 09, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. La Jolla Property Group; B. Living La Jolla. Located at: 12860 El Camino Real #100, San Diego CA 92130 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Information: 1. John Robert McGuinness, 5383 Chelsea St. #101, La Jolla CA 92037. This business is conducted by: Individual.

Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: Not Yet Started S/John Robert McGuinness, 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09/2022 CN 27124

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9024501 Filed: Nov 07, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Wayfinder Family Co. Located at: 2839 Cazadero Dr., Carlsbad CA 92009 San Diego. Mailing Address: Same. Registrant Information: 1. J Porte Coaching and Consulting, 2839 Cazadero Dr., Carlsbad CA 92009. This business is conducted by: Limited Liability Company. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 11/07/2022 S/Jessica Koh Porte, 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09/2022 CN 27123

Fictitious Business Name Statement #2022-9024377 Filed: Nov 04, 2022 with County of San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. Fictitious Business Name(s): A. Elaun. Located at: 1012 S. Rancho Santa Fe Rd., San Marcos CA 92078 San Diego. Mailing Address: PO Box 443, Solana Beach CA 92075. Registrant Information: 1. Laurun Elaun Cruz, 1012 S. Rancho Santa Fe Rd., San Marcos CA 92078. This business is conducted by: Individual. Registrant First Commenced to Transact Business Under the Above Names(s) as of: 08/06/2021 S/Laurun Elaun Cruz, 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09/2022 CN 27115

Food &Wine

Temaki Bar brings traditional hand rolls to Encinitas

lick the plate

First, anyone living in coastal and inland North County should be very grateful for the region's plethora of solid sushi joints. It’s almost overwhelming, and the choices generate a lot of debate among locals over which joint reigns supreme.

Well, now there is another one to add to the long list: Temaki Bar, backed by a powerhouse restaurant group at its sexy new location in the heart of Encinitas along Coast Highway 101.

Temaki Bar, the latest restaurant concept from Clique Hospitality founder Andy Masi (a North County local), opened its doors on Nov. 4 under the talented hands of San Diego chef JoJo Ruiz.

Clique Hospitality is a boutique hospitality company with operations throughout Las Vegas and San Diego, known for specializing in upscale, comfortable dining.

“Translating to ‘hand roll,’ Temaki Bar celebrates the tradition that all perfect hand rolls should be eaten within seconds of when the chef passes them across the counter — while the rice is still warm and the fish fresh and chilled,” the website explains.

Admittedly, while I’ve had hand rolls before, I never knew they were supposed to be served in that manner. And it makes a big difference in the best possible way — I could eat a couple of dozen of them easily.

The 38-seat art-centric space is all bar seating in a horseshoe shape with a view of all the culinary and bartending action happening within eyesight.

And I’m not sure if it was just because we were

there close to opening night or what, but it was a very attractive crowd…with more of a club vibe than a natural beach style typical of Encinitas. Perhaps it’s the Vegas influence from Clique Hospitality.

But then again, the

times they are a-changin’ in downtown Encinitas.

Fabulous people aside, the food is the star at Temaki and it’s well worth your time. The hand rolls are made-to-order for guests featuring freshly-caught blue crab, yellow-

tail, salmon and more.

Signature items include Crispy Bang Bang Shrimp with gochujang mayo and scallions, Dre’s Pop, Rock & Drop hand roll with pop rocks, bang bang shrimp and mango, and hand roll sets offered in

quantities of three, four or five varieties.

Temaki Bar also offers signature cut rolls, such as the Lobsta Queen with spicy lobster, caviar and crispy onion; The Kook…aka Cali with crab, avocado and cucumber; and West Coast

Philly, featuring salmon with everything bagel seasoning and cashew cream cheese. (Is there anything out there that has not been given the everything bagel seasoning treatment?)

As with many area restaurants, there is a nod to the North County community. An original art installation featuring local favorite and Mr. Cardiff/ Encinitas Rob Machado Surfboards, designed in collaboration with Todd DiCiurcio, a renowned American artist, spans the entire space, with each wall transformed into a hand-painted mural inspired by a surfboard triptych.

For those not hip to the term (me included), a triptych is a work of art divided into three sections or three carved panels hinged together and can be folded shut or displayed open.

More local roots involved in the project include Solana Beach-based architect Andrew Crocker of T7 Architecture, who created a bright, airy space featuring coastal design elements and a welcoming vibe. While Encinitas-based potter, Michael Totah of The Wheel, provided custom stoneware to complement the cutting-edge culinary presentations.

So yeah, if you want to experience hand rolls from some folks that know how to do them right and an excellent menu all around, with a touch of glitz thrown in, give Temaki Bar a shot.

Temaki Bar is located at 575 South Coast Highway 101 in Encinitas and is open Sunday and Tuesday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., closed Mondays.

Temaki joins Clique Hospitality’s other San Diego concepts, including Serea, Lionfish, Oxford Social Club, The Pool House, Bull & Bourbon and Joya Kitchen in La Jolla. For more information or to access the waitlist, please visit www.temakibarsushi. com.

nut recipes for peanuts on the dollar

As we run this holiday marathon, it’s nice to have the occasional quick win, right? Here are a couple of foodie gifts that are cheaper, easier and faster than baking cookies.

SUNFLOWER SEED AND PEPITA BRITTLE

3 tablespoons butter 1/2 teaspoon table salt

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1 teaspoon vanilla

1 cup sunflower seeds

1 cup pepitas

2 cups sugar

Line a baking sheet with parchment; set aside.

In a saucepan, melt butter on low heat; add salt, cinnamon and vanilla. Add sunflower seeds and pepitas.

Stir to evenly coat seeds with butter mixture. Remove from heat but keep warm.

The next step takes about 25 minutes, so be patient. In a large (12-inch) heavy skillet over medium heat, add sugar. Stirring nearly constantly, you’ll see the sugar begin to form clumps. Gradually, the clumps melt and become a smooth, amber syrup. This sugar syrup is liquid napalm, so treat it as such.

When the lumps are gone, add the seed mixture and quickly stir to combine. Immediately pour onto prepared baking sheet. Use a spatula to quickly spread the mixture into a thin, even layer.

Cool completely and

break into pieces.

HONEY ROAST PEANUTS

2 tablespoons butter

1/3 cup honey

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

2 teaspoons table salt (divided)

3 cups unsalted peanuts

1/3 cup granulated sugar

Preheat oven to 325 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment.

In a large, microwave-safe bowl, place butter, honey, vanilla, cinnamon and 1 teaspoon salt. Microwave in 20-second increments, stirring each time, until the butter is melted. Once melted, stir until smooth.

Add the peanuts to the honey mixture and stir until well-coated. Place the peanuts on the prepared baking sheet, spreading into an even layer. Bake the peanuts for 20 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes. (Stirring will prevent the peanuts at the edges of the pan from burning before the middle is baked.)

When the peanuts are golden brown, remove from the oven and give them one more stir, to break up any clumps. After cooling a couple of minutes, sprinkle with the granulated sugar and remaining 1 teaspoon of salt, and stir again. Cool at room temperature. If they insist on remaining sticky, sprinkle with sugar.

TRADITIONAL HAND rolls at Temaki Bar in Encinitas are worth the visit. The restaurant also offers a signature Tuna Roll, Crispy Bang Bang Shrimp with gochujang mayo and scallions, Pop, Rock & Drop It hand roll with pop rocks, bang bang shrimp and mango, and Hand Roll Sets, offered in different quantities. Temaki also features signature cut rolls, including the West Coast Philly with salmon, everything bagel seasoning and cashew cream cheese. Photos by Arlene Ibarra

david boylan

POPULAR NUTS, such as almonds, pecans and walnuts, can be expensive. Try recipes using legumes and seeds you can buy for under $2 a pound —peanuts, sunflower seeds and pepitas.

Food &Wine

Partnership launches bespoke whiskey

with friends and family this winter!

Cheers: What is the best way for local whiskey fans to enjoy Bottleside?*

Ilove whiskey. I’m particularly partial to rye whiskey. There are several within arm’s reach as I write this.

When I heard that local bottle shop Bottlecraft and South Park bar and restaurant Fernside teamed up with WhistlePig Distillery to create a barrel-aged Canadian rye whiskey, I wanted to know more.

Bottlecraft’s owner Brian Jensen and Christian Siglin, Fernside’s bar manager and partner, did a farm visit to the Vermont distillery last December. After days of dedicated tasting, they worked together to develop the WhistlePig Bottleside Bespoke Blend, a 12year aged rye whiskey.

Jensen recapped the experience in a recent note to his staff:

“…Coming up with the bespoke blend was a very cool experience in which we tasted through and then blended whiskey ‘finished’ in three different ‘Old World’ casks (Madeira, Sauternes, and Port). What is a barrel finish? Finishing is the art of taking a used barrel and allowing an already mature, straight whiskey to rest in it.

“Finishing can be used to enhance the character of the whiskey without overtaking the overall flavor. The ‘Old World’ part means that the three casks originated in Europe, with Madeira and Port being fortified wines from Portugal and Sauternes, a dessert wine from France.

“Using a dropper and beaker, we combined the three finished whiskeys numerous ways until we came upon a blend that we thought was balanced, flavorful, and unique. This blend was ultimately 75% Madeira, 20% Sauternes, and 5% Port, displayed on a smaller label on the side of each bottle.

“The finishing added a touch of sweetness that balanced the spicy rye notes and increased the depth and complexity of the whiskey. Bottleside was then ‘married’ in a neutral barrel for a few months before being bottled and shipped to us.”

I checked in with Jensen and Siglin to see where things are at now, in the moment.

Cheers: First, I assume the name “Bottleside” is a mashup of Bottlecraft and Fernside. What inspired the collaboration between the two brands?

Brian Jensen: Christian and I have been friends for years, and we, along with our wives, have traveled all over the world eating and drinking together. He’s taught me pretty much everything I know about spirits, and I always trust his palate when

picking something like this.

Christian Siglin: The mashup started as us being friends and travel partners. We both respect what each other does and want to create joint success between brands, plus it’s fun to do things that aren’t expected.

Cheers: Whistlepig is a fairly hot name in the whiskey community, but they are all the way over on the East Coast. What made them the right partner to develop a rye whiskey with?

Jensen: I love rye whiskey, and I love Vermont. Having the opportunity to combine those into a trip to do a barrel pick was a no-brainer! On top of that, WhistlePig makes some of my favorite whiskeys, and we had great success with our previous single barrel pick with them.

Siglin: I was fortunate to help Brian pick his first WhistlePig barrel, and when this opportunity presented itself, it just made sense to work together on this. WhistlePig is a highly respected brand and one that Dave Pickerell (RIP) helped to

put on the map. It was great to be able to partner with them.

Cheers: How would you recommend I drink Bottleside?

Siglin: This whiskey shines best neat. It drinks very delicately, and at 86-proof, it drinks extremely easy. If not neat, I would drink it in a simple Old Fashioned or a Manhattan with a lighter style vermouth, like Dolin Rouge.

Jensen: I agree. I love it neat. I think it’s really deep and complex due to the blend of barrel finishes that add a nice roundness to the spicy rye character. Drink it

Siglin: They can pick up bottles at Bottlecraft Little Italy, Bottlecraft North Park, or Fernside. We are currently serving pours of it at Fernside if you want to have a dram or a taste before you buy.

*Bottlecraft does have a North County location in Oceanside, but they do not currently have a liquor license that allows for the sale of spirits at that location.

WhistlePig Bottleside Bespoke Blend

Price: $150

Age: 12-year-old Canadian rye whiskey Mash bill: 94% rye, 6% barley

Strength: 86 proof, 43% ABV

Total yield: 132 bottles Available at: Fernside, Bottlecraft North Park and Bottlecraft Little Italy (coming soon to Bottlecraft Liberty Station).

Tasting Notes: On the nose, honeysuckle, citrus, hint of spice; on the palate, light and delicate with notes of orange, spice and hint of raisin with a long finish.

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Bump Coffee in Encinitas

Where: Bump Coffee, 1302 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024

Open: Daily, 6 to 12 p.m.

What: Brasilo Reserva Region: Nayarit, Mexico

Tasting Notes: Citrus, chocolate, nutty Price: $4.50

By Ryan Woldt

Bump Coffee’s Leucadia location is cozy.

If it were a bit more worn in and harder to see from the road, you might call it a hole-in-thewall.

At Bump, ordering is effortless. Your choices are small or large. The current coffee on order is the Brasilo Reserva from Mexico.

Want a snack with your coffee? You can choose from a selection of handmade empanadas, which are long gone when I arrive.

The “Vibe” at Bump is

focused on surf and simplicity. I capitalized the letter “V” intentionally because it is a vibe. You can feel it in the small size of the space.

Batch-brewed coffees are my typical go-to, but they can’t compete with a handcrafted pour-over. Since they only offer one roast, Bump Coffee has wisely chosen one with broad appeal.

The chocolate and nutty notes will appeal to traditionalists looking for oldschool coffee that is roasted but without a lot of bitterness. The coffee nerds who know just enough to be dangerous — myself included — will enjoy the balancing fruit flavors. They add texture and a nuanced mouthfeel without being overwhelming.

Read the full column review at thecoastnews.com!

BUMP COFFEE offers pour-over coffee, empanadas and juice at North County locations in Leucadia and Cardiff. Photo via Facebook/Bump Coffee

Wine, food festival brings guests to ‘awesome’

taste of wine

The San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival returned last month for an iconic coastal celebration of wine, food and culture. While each of the six days was action-packed, the most significant days saw the Grand Decant, Grand Tasting and Grand Fiesta.

Frank and I were excited to see familiar faces and discover new wineries over the weekend.

Friday’s Grand Decant included over 100 wineries from all corners of the world, including Louis Latour from Burgundy, France, with most wineries hailing from Napa Valley/Sonoma, CA Central Coast, Temecula, and San Diego County.

When first entering the Grand Decant, we were able to catch up with Encinitas-based Burtech Family Vineyards. Burtech's '21 rosé is a 91-point Wine Enthusiast winner. We also saw Carol Shelton to enjoy her Monga Zin, one of Frank’s recent Top 5 discovery wines.

We also had a chance to enjoy wines from Temecula’s Falkner, South Coast Wineries and Howell Mountain Vineyards, where we were able to catch up with Mike Beatty and his winemaker Bryan Kane. Howell Mountain's cab francs and cab sauvs always impress and the 2018s they were pouring maintained their tradition of excellence.

A limited number of guests were able to take advantage of the Grand Decant LUX area featuring premium wines and gourmet appetizers. Louis Latour, Chateau Montelena, and Steven Kent are a short list of premium wineries.

Louis Latour’s Mick

Cameron, Western Regional Manager and Dannytza Rodriguez were a wealth of information as they walked us through tastings of their Chateau De Blagny Chardonnay with a floral nose with hints of citrus and grilled almond on the palate before we tried the Grand Cru Corton Charlemagne.

The Charlemagne vineyard faces southeast, providing maximum sun exposure in addition to late harvests making the Charlemagne a premium Grand Cru. We then shifted to reds for the Alexe-Corton Pinot Noir, followed by the Grand Cru Corton Grancey Pinot Noir. All four were delicious wines.

On either side of Louis Latour was iconic Chateau Montelena, famous for their winning at the 1976 Judgement of Paris. George Blankensee, Montelena’s estate director, was spoiling guests with library 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon.

On the other side was sixth-generation winemaker, Steven Kent Mirassou of Steven Kent Winery, indulging guests with their Livermore wines. It’s worth noting that his son, seventh-generation Aidan Mirassou, assists with winemaking.

While I was familiar with their wines, this was the first time I tasted them. The Kent tasting lineup in-

cluded their 2019 L’Autre Cote Cab Franc, The Premier Cab Sauv, and Lineage Red Blend (90% cabernet sauvignon, 8% merlot, and 2% cabernet franc). Across from Kent Winery was Chef Ron serving duck fat smoked salt caramels, which was perfect with the Latour, Montelena, and Kent red wines.

Day 2 was the Grand Tasting. We were excited to see the premier Brandt Beef food section return this year. Ranch45’s beef sandwich on fresh bread was mouthwatering. Other restaurants of note throughout the Grand Tasting were ARLO, STK San Diego, and Solare.

Saturday also allowed us to visit wineries we missed on Friday. Those of note included Paso Robles’ Niner and Austin Hope, named Wine Enthusiast’s Winery of the Year, Sangiacomo with their outstanding 5 Clones Pinot Noir, and Rutherford Ranch.

Being a foodie, one of my Grand Tasting highlights was the interview with Wolf, Sub Zero, and Cove’s corporate chef Joel Chesebro. Chesebro shared his thoughts on making cooking relaxing and therapeutic, especially during the holidays — something he refers to as Kitchen Therapy.

Chesebro suggested

shopping for ingredients early and having them staged and ready for cooking. Next, he recommended “cooking from ingredients.” Recipes are good to use but cooking from ingredients using your experience can add flair and personalize a dish.

Third, make proteins simple and executable. He suggested that large pieces of meat should be prepared after coming to room temperature. For a standard-sized turkey (less than 16 pounds), this can take 3½ to 4 hours. Chesebro also advised resting meats before carving.

These two simple steps can make the difference between dry and juicy meats.

Fourth, he recommended using convection ovens. Convection ovens use a fan to distribute the heat resulting in more even cooking. If you’re in the market for new ranges, Wolf, Sub Zero, and Cove have premium convection ovens. Additionally, they offer warming drawers to keep food warm, freeing up your oven.

Those attending the 2022 San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival did, in fact, “arrive at awesome.” Bravo to festival co-producers/ owners Michelle Metter, Ken Loyst, and their Fast Forward PR team. More info at sandiegowineclassic.com.

— Story by Rico Cassoni

Wine Bytes

• Flora Bar & Kitchen owner Sal Ercolano will conclude this year's wine dinner series with another Napa Valley legend, The Prisoner Wine Company, famous for its bold and unconventional approach to winemaking. Four-course plus dessert wine dinners will be held starting at 6 p.m. on Dec. 14 and Dec. 15. The main course features braised short ribs paired with The Prisoner Cabernet Sauvignon. The cost is $85 per person plus tax/tip. RSVP at 858-461-0622.

ENCINITAS-BASED Burtech Family Vineyards represented by, from left, winemaker Olivia Macdonald, Dominic Burtech and his daughter Maile Burtech. Photo by Rico Cassoni

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from Tchaikovsky, starring Oceanside native Beth Megill. $35, 7:30 p.m. at The Brooks Theatre, 217 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside.

HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR

Holiday Spectacular. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 16 at The Shoppes at Carlsbad, 2525 El Camino Real, Carlsbad.

DEC. 17

NORTH COUNTY HIKING

Join the docent-guided, moderately strenuous, long-distance educational hike at Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve from in front of the Elfin Forest Interpretive Center. 9 to 10:30 a.m. Dec. 17 at Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve, 8833 Harmony Grove Rd, Escondido.

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Join local author Pete Peterson in celebrating the launch of his new novel, “Leave the Night to God.” Holiday carols, finger foods, fun and reading by new writers. 1 to 3 p.m. Dec. 17 at Escondido Public Library, 239 S Kalmia St, Escondido.

ENCINITAS ‘NUTCRACKER’

Encinitas Ballet presents ‘The Nutcracker Ballet’ with a matinee performance at 2 p.m. and an evening show at 6 p.m. at Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr, Encinitas.

HALF MARATHON

The San Diego Holiday Half Marathon is a fast 13.1mile course finishes at the Torrey Pines State Beach. 7:30 a.m. at San Diego Holiday Half Marathon, 14455 Penasquitos Dr, San Diego.

DEC. 18

FREE NATURE WALKS

Join us on the second and third Sunday of every month for free Interpretive Nature Walks. Walks are moderately paced on the lower creek trail and begin in front of the Elfin Forest Interpretive Center Honoring Susan J. Varty. 9 to 10:30 a.m. Dec. 18 at Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve, 8833 Harmony Grove Rd, Escondido.

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Santa Claus is coming to town! Join us at One Paseo on Dec. 18 to enjoy hot cocoa with Kris Kringle

himself. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Dec. 18 at One Paseo, 3725 Paseo Pl, San Diego.

CAMP CHRISTMAS

Come get into the holiday spirit with Camp Christmas! $10-$17, 5 p.m. at Pine Valley Camp Christmas, 8668 Pine Creek Rd, Pine Valley.

ABNORMAL NUTCRACKER

“Not Your Normal Nutcracker” flips the script on the classic holiday favorite set to musical selections from Tchaikovsky, starring Oceanside native Beth Megill. $35, 7:30 p.m. at The Brooks Theatre, 217 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside.

HOLIDAY MUSICAL

“Life of the Sofa” opens at the Vista Broadway Theater. 7:30 p.m. at Vista Broadway Theater, 340 E Broadway, Vista.

DEC. 19

X WITH SPECIAL GUEST

American punk rock band X on stage with special guest Los Straightjackets. 8 p.m. at Belly Up, 160 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach.

LIBRARY SALE

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Escondido Library Friends Bookshop. Cash only. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 19 at Escondido Public Library, 239 S Kalmia St, Escondido.

DEC. 21

CHRISTMAS W/ BEATLES

The Christmas with the Beatles show returns featuring the award-winning tribute band, Abbey Road. 8 p.m. at Belly Up, 160 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach.

‘NUTCRACKER’ BALLET

San Diego’s City Ballet “Nutcracker” returns to the stage with live music by the City Ballet Orchestra. 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 21-23 at California Center for the Arts, 340 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido.

TEEN ART STUDIO

Express yourself through art. Each session will feature a different art project using supplies such as paint, clay, wood, and paper. All materials provided, but supplies are limited. 4 to 6 p.m. Dec. 21 at Escondido Public Library, 239 S Kalmia St, Escondido.

FARMERS MARKET

Starting Nov. 9, the State Street Farmers Market will have its Fall/Winter hours in effect and will close one hour earlier than usual. 2:30 to 6 p.m. Dec. 21 at State Street Wednesday Market Carlsbad, 2907 State St, Carlsbad.

A WINTER’S EVE CONCERT

David Arkenstone offers neo-classical compositions with strings, flutes, and percussion. 7:30 p.m. at The Brooks Theatre, 217 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside.

CHANUKAH CELEBRATION

Join Chabad La Costa for the lighting of the Menorah. 4:30 to 6 p.m. at The Forum Carlsbad, 1923 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad.

DEC. 22

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Betamaxx’s Ugly Christmas Sweater Party with The 80’s Underground. Free, 8 p.m. at Belly Up, 160 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach.

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Live Entertainment. 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. Dec. 22 at Mr. Peabody's Bar and Grill, 136 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas.

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A joyful event for families, audiences can expect an uplifting and magical performance complete with a 3D animation. $15, 6 p.m. at The Ritz Theater, 301 E Grand Ave, Escondido.

DEC. 23

CASH'D OUT

Cash’d Out, Buzz Campbell and the Heartaches. 9 p.m. at Belly Up, 160 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach.

‘RIVERS AND MOUNTAINS’

An earth-inspired photo and sculpture show. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 23 at Oolong Gallery, 349 US101, Solana Beach.

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