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Encinitas bans public smoking

Anti-smoking law expands to include all public spaces

By Samantha Nelson ENCINITAS

— The city of Encinitas now has one of the strictest anti-smoking ordinances in Southern California after expanding its public smoking ban earlier this month.

The Encinitas City Council on Feb. 15 approved an amendment to an existing ban on smoking at public beaches, parks and trails to include all public places throughout the city.

The law will go into effect 90 days after officially being adopted into the city code and includes traditional tobacco products, electronic cigarettes and cannabis products.

Last summer, the Environmental Commission previously recommended the council adopt a smoking ban in all public places. Following that move, the council directed staff to look into modeling the smoking ban after a similar ban in Manhattan Beach, which includes prohibiting smoking inside moving vehicles.

After analyzing the logistics behind implementing and enforcing such a ban, staff recommended that the city’s new smoking ban make an exception for smoking in moving vehicles due to the difficulties of notifying and enforcing non-residents in town.

Smoking in parked cars, however, is still prohibited by the new law, including in parking lots.

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Vista requires permit for skateboard ramps

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By Laura Place VISTA —

Professional skateboarder Evandro Mancha and his family have enjoyed having a 17-foot vertical skate ramp in their Vista backyard for the past decade, operating the recreational structure without meaningful local regulations — until now.

The Vista City Coun-

cil on Feb. 14 unanimously approved city code amendments related to skate ramps over 6 feet tall, restricting them to the city’s agricultural, estate and single-family residential zones and requiring owners to obtain minor use permits from the Planning Commission beginning March 16.

Existing skate ramp owners like Mancha and his wife Courtney Menezes will have until March 2024 to obtain a minor use permit for the structure. A

City adopts law to regulate

over 6 feet tall

Patrice Smerdu, community liaison at Carlsbad Community Gardens, admires some freshly harvested purple cauliflower and carrots from her plot on Wednesday at Harold E. Smerdu Community Garden, her father’s legacy. Story on 11.

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Carlsbad Pet & Feed opened their Dog Self-Wash Station

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Focused on serving their local community with kindness, compassion, and respect, Carlsbad Pet & Feed is a small, family-run business that was originally founded in Carlsbad in 2016. Their third location, that relocated to State St. across from Handel’s Ice Cream this past October, offers a huge variety of high-quality products for your dog, cat, chicken, bird, rabbit and small animals:

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Carlsbad appoints Luna to D2 seat

Burkholder named SANDAG representative

By Steve Puterski CARLSBAD

The City Council unanimously appointed Carolyn Luna to fill the vacant District 2 seat before naming Councilwoman Melanie Burkholder as the city’s primary representative on the SANDAG board of directors during a special Feb. 15 meeting.

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The city received eight applications for the open seat. Each council member could select up to three applicants on a paper ballot.

Luna's designation — the second council appointment in the past two years — was cemented after she was the only candidate to appear on all four council members' ballots.

The council cited Luna's 30-year career in land use and conservation with Riverside County and serving on the Carlsbad Planning Commission for the past six years.

“Public service has been a way of life for my family and me. It’s been our mantra,” Luna said. “I have the experience that will allow me to get up to speed quickly.”

Luna’s career in Riverside also focused on economic development, housing, transportation, air

wasn’t fully prepared to take on the responsibility.

Luna said she would need to research the 2021 Regional Transportation Plan more in-depth and questioned the impacts of four proposed tax increases, toll roads and road user charges, among other aspects of the plan.

Mayor Keith Blackburn then moved to appoint Councilwoman Melanie Burkholder to the position with a caveat: If selected, Burkholder would hold only the SANDAG seat and a spot on the city’s legislative subcommittee.

four-person council deadlocked, 2-2, on choosing its SANDAG representative.

Since former Mayor Matt Hall retired, Bhat-Patel, the first alternate, temporarily served as the city’s primary representative on the board.

SANDAG’s next board meeting is Feb. 24.

quality and airport management.

According to a city ordinance, Luna cannot run for the seat in 2024.

After Luna was sworn in, the council’s next item centered on the prestigious SANDAG seat. While the council acknowledged SANDAG has become divisive and contentious, Councilwomen Priya Bhat-Patel and Teresa Acosta proposed Luna serve on the board for the next two years.

Luna said that while she had experience with the Southern California Association of Governments, known as SCAG, and was familiar with some of the issues at SANDAG, she

“SANDAG has traditionally been the mayor, but in this particular case, SANDAG is a bit controversial,” Blackburn said. “It’s going to need a lot of attention. I would like a council member other than me. I’m concerned with the consistency and longevity.”

Burkholder’s nomination passed, 3-2, with Bhat-Patel and Acosta opposed. Bhat-Patel and Blackburn will serve as the first and second alternates, respectively.

“I think most importantly is that we get our fair share of what we need in Carlsbad and this area,” Burkholder said of her goals at SANDAG. “It would (the plan) disproportionately affect us in North County. I want to bring data and stats and to explain to them in plain English, in black and white, what it means for us.”

In January, the

CAROLYN LUNA, a six-year member of the city’s Planning Commission, was appointed by the Carlsbad City Council to fill the District 2 seat left vacant when Keith Blackburn was elected mayor. Courtesy photo

Public service has been a way of life for my family and me. It’s been our mantra.”

Carolyn Luna Carlsbad City Council

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Major questions for state’s gas companies

Anytime one of California’s big privately owned utility companies doubles, triples and even quadruples the bills of its customers (compared with year-ago levels), it’s sensible to ask why. And to wonder whether that company is making windfall profits.

So it is today, when the nation’s biggest natural gas utility, Southern California Gas Co., over the last two months more than tripled charges to most of its 21.8 million customers.

Protecting farmworkers from criminal wage theft

By Summer Stephan

After the mass shooting in Half Moon Bay in January, the deplorable conditions in which farmworkers live and work and how they are paid came to national attention. One of the points that was highlighted in the subsequent media coverage was the low pay the mushroom farmworkers were receiving.

In his trip to Half Moon Bay, Gov. Gavin Newsom saw firsthand the disgraceful working and living conditions of the farmworkers, noting that many were getting paid as little $9 an hour — well below the state minimum wage of $15.50 an hour.

California is often called the “breadbasket” of the world due to its bountiful harvests. In San Diego County, there are also agriculture and field workers who contribute to the state’s abundance of commodities.

California is able to yield such abundance, in part, due to the hard work of a group that is often unnoticed and unappreciated: farmworkers. Unfortunately, this group, which is so vital to our state, also includes some of our community’s most vulnerable and taken advantage workers. They are often underpaid.

My office has been at the forefront of protecting workers’ rights. In 2020, we started the Workplace Justice Unit to investigate and prosecute employers who steal labor from their employees. Recent legislation made it clear that wage theft can be a felony crime.

Overtime pay is one of the main issues that affects farmworkers. In 2016, historic legislation was signed into law that gradually eliminated the farmworker exception that exempted agricultural workers from receiving overtime pay.

These workers are now

eligible for the same overtime benefits extended to all other California hourly workers. This new law was phased in over the course of a seven-year period to give agricultural companies time to adjust their business models to account for increased labor costs.

San Diego County is home to its share of agriculture including avocado groves, flower fields, citrus groves, tomatoes and various vegetable and nursery crops. Here are quick facts for workers, employers, and consumers.

• Farmworkers are entitled to the same protections as all other California workers.

• Farmworkers are entitled to paid 10-minute rest breaks for every four hours of work, and an unpaid meal break of at least 30 minutes if they work more than five hours.

• Failure to pay minimum wage and overtime or to provide meal and rest breaks could amount to criminal wage theft.

• All employers are required to provide a pay stub to their employees upon request regardless of method of payment.

• Workers receiving cash pay are entitled to and should request a copy of their pay stub.

• A review of the pay stub would show the hourly

rate, how the worker is classified and that the appropriate taxes are paid.

• Employees should keep records of hours worked, with whom they worked and any written documentation from their employer.

When it comes to which farmworkers would be most affected by employer theft, it can be anyone, but it’s more prevalent in the murky quasi legal industries like marijuana grows. Those who work in large illegal grows are more likely to be victims of wage theft since there is less oversight of an illegal grow. Although the focus of this column is farmworkers, wage theft laws are applicable to other industries where exploitation is prevalent, including:

• Construction

• Janitorial

• Nursing homes

• Restaurants

• Massage parlors

When wage theft is accompanied by force, fraud or coercion, it can be elevated to the crime of labor trafficking.

If you suspect you have been the victim of wage theft, you can report it directly to our office on our Workplace Justice page at www.sandiegoda.com/workplacejustice, by email at workplacejustice@sdcda.org or by calling 1-866-402-6044.

As your district attorney, I am committed to protecting all San Diego County workers, especially those in the agricultural industry, from criminal exploitation and wage theft. Only by safeguarding the rights of our most vulnerable populations can we ensure that those who help provide for us all can also provide for themselves and their families.

Summer Stephan is district attorney for San Diego County.

Similar increases were inflicted upon gas customers of SoCalGas’ sister company, San Diego Gas & Electric, which serves 3.7 million gas meters. Both are subsidiaries of San Diego-based Sempra Energy.

For gas, these companies even serve customers in many cities with municipally owned electric utilities, like Los Angeles.

To all appearances, the gas price hikes have been far more severe in Southern California than areas in the north served by Pacific Gas & Electric. Here’s a key question: What part does the corporate positioning of SoCalGas and SDG&E play in this?

For PG&E, SoCalGas and SDG&E all get their gas from essentially the same sources: drilling and fracking operations in the Mountain West, Texas, Oklahoma and western Canada.

But where the price per therm topped out at about $2.30 in Northern California this winter, it has reached well over $3.40 in areas served by the Sempra-owned utilities.

A therm is a unit of energy equal to 100,000 BTUs. One BTU, or British thermal unit, is the quantity of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree.

SoCalGas has firmly maintained through the winter that its price hikes are purely the result of higher than usual wholesale gas prices, that the company has simply passed those charges along to customers. That may be literally correct.

But the claim raised eyebrows at California’s most effective consumer advocacy group, the Los Angeles-based Consumer Watchdog. The group put out a brief video contending Sempra’s utilities bought much of their recent supplies from the company’s own trading arm, which reaped large profits. The video is here: https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=8SUxoP7LrpQ.

At the same time, Consumer Watchdog claims SoCalGas and SDG&E were derelict in other areas and that the state Public Utilities Commission (PUC)

must investigate its actions. Similar calls for a thorough probe of the price hikes came from California’s Democratic U.S. senators, Dianne Feinstein and Alex Padilla, who called on the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to step in.

Said Feinstein, “These sky-high and unpredictable rates have had grave effects on my constituents. … Many faced the difficult circumstance of having to pay higher heat and electricity prices at the expense of other necessities such as food or housing costs, or choosing to forgo heating and the use of home appliances.”

Consumer Watchdog President Jamie Court maintains that whoever investigates must ask at least a few questions: Why did Sempra’s utilities fail to hedge contracts or have long-term contracts necessary to deliver gas at cheaper off-season rates rather than having to buy at the height of the spot market in mid-winter?

He also asks why SoCalGas, for one, depleted its usually heavy inventories of gas in November and early December, when its per-therm prices were significantly lower and wholesale prices also far lower, rather than setting itself up to have need at the height of the market?

And he wondered how much parent company Sempra made from spot market transactions with its own companies in Southern California.

All are reasonable questions for which consumers need well-documented answers.

One other question also should be raised, given the way that California utilities like PG&E and Southern California Edison long have made up for penalties assessed against them for wrongdoing by raising rates after a bit of time has passed.

This is it: Are the winter’s huge price increases actually a way for SoCalGas to recoup all or most of the $1.8 billion it had to pay in damages for the 2015-16 leaks from its Aliso Canyon storage facility in the hills above the Porter Ranch section of Los Angeles?

And here’s a mandate for the PUC: Get solid answers to all these questions before ever granting another rate increase to either SoCalGas or SDG&E.

These workers are now eligible for the same overtime benefits extended to all other California hourly workers.

Nichols Elementary’s Flaherty named Principal of the Year

Flaherty is third straight Oceanside principal honored

By Samantha Nelson

OCEANSIDE — An Oceanside elementary school principal was recently named Principal of the Year for San Diego and Imperial counties by the Administration of California School Administrators.

Rob Flaherty, principal of Nichols Elementary School, is the third straight principal from Oceanside Unified School District to receive the honor after Libby Elementary Princi-

pal Cesar Mora (2022) and El Camino High School Principal Eileen Frazier (2021).

While this is Flaherty’s fifth year as principal at Nichols, he started as a special education teacher when the school opened in 2001 and has been there ever since.

“My path is unique,” Flaherty said. “It’s not very common to be at the same school site for that long.”

Flaherty’s three children attended Nichols Elementary when they were younger.

The district recognized Flaherty’s leadership for improving academics at

Nichols, promoting diversity, equity and inclusiveness, and prioritizing mental health and wellness for students and staff. As principal, Flaherty has helped

to create a positive school culture for everyone.

“I’m a huge advocate for putting systems in place so that everybody is included here,” Flaherty said. “Our teachers are very passionate about that work as well.”

Flaherty is particularly fond of the “Leader in Me” campaign, a wholeschool improvement program based on the idea that everyone can be a leader.

The program allows students to develop leadership skills by taking on different tasks around the school, such as leading the flag salute and creating and exploring various

Sheriff investigates stolen batteries worth $300K

By Steve Puterski VALLEY CENTER

— The San Diego County Sheriff’s department is investigating the theft of more than 100 utility-grade lithium batteries from the Valley Center Energy Storage Center.

The thefts occurred between December 2022 and January with each battery having an estimated value of $3,000, according to Lt. Jim Emig. The department is seeking the public’s help with its investigation by offering a $1,000 reward. No suspect or suspects have been identified.

The 139-megawatt battery storage facility, owned by Terra-Gen, is located at the intersection of Cole Grade and Valley Center roads. Terra-Gen was unaware of the thefts until at least January, according to law enforcement.

While he couldn’t share details of the investigation, Emig said it’s likely multiple individuals were involved in removing dozens of used high-capacity batteries — each weighing approximately 250 pounds — from the facility.

The LG lithium power cell batteries (model JH4-P LG NMC lithium-ion batteries) are roughly 3.5 feet by 1.5 feet and approximately 4.5 inches thick. The batteries are not intended for personal use and the Sheriff’s Department warns to avoid connecting or using the batteries because of the risk of a fire or explosion.

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smoking is now acceptable in Encinitas are moving vehicles, private residences and up to 20% of guest rooms in any hotel or motel.

Businesses with a designated smoking area at least 20 feet away from the main public area can also maintain those spaces.

Signs warning of the new law will be posted throughout the city, and businesses are required to post signage within the 90 days.

The San Diego County Sheriff’s Department will be in charge of enforcing

“The batteries should only be operated in a commercial facility and require several external design parameters to operate safely,” the department said in a press release. “The batteries must have a system to monitor current, voltage, temperature and other conditions. They require strict environmental conditions to maintain temperature parameters and a water-cooling system in case of an overheating emergency.”

In addition, if the batteries are not properly and securely installed, they could suffer damage from vibrations or seismic events.

the ban. First-time offenses will include a $50 fine and increase by another $50 for each offense after.

“The purpose of the ordinance is to protect the coastal environment from hazardous and toxic plastic pollution — cigarette butts and vape cartridges — and then secondarily to improve or protect public health,” said Sustainability Manager Crystal Najera.

According to the Surfrider Foundation, cigarette butts comprise between 20% and 30% of the litter found during beach cleanups. Based on health and environmental concerns, the ordinance received sig-

The department said without those parameters, the batteries could fail, ignite or explode.

Over the past few months, nationwide energy infrastructure, including power substations, has been the target of attacks and subject of threats. In December, gunfire damaged five North Carolina power substations. In Washington state, four substations were damaged by attacks on Christmas Day.

Between mid-November and Dec. 8, at least six other attacks occurred on substations in Oregon and Washington, according to

nificant support from the community.

“We do not need more smoke in the air in any way,” said Vanessa Forsythe of CleanEarth4Kids.

But not everyone is happy about the new law.

“I’m a smoker and I don’t smoke around any other people,” said Eli Stern.

Some also noted the law conflicts with individuals’ constitutional rights, however the council felt that the rights of non-smokers also need to be considered.

“I still understand the argument about rights, but the question is does the smoker infringe on other people’s rights,” said Coun-

clubs on campus.

“We have everything from dance to choir, geology, news and broadcasting, photography, outdoor clubs, yoga… everybody gets to be part of that enrichment,” Flaherty said. “It gets them motivated to learn so that they can learn to love school.”

District administrators who nominated Flaherty for the title praised him for his leadership.

“Mr. Flaherty is a detail-oriented manager and a thoughtful instructional leader,” said Superintendent Julie Vitale. “He is astute in assessing the needs of those he’s working with and identifying

ways to support them in their learning and professional growth.”

Vitale surprised Flaherty with news of his awarded title earlier this month at the Feb. 8 school board meeting.

“It’s very humbling,” Flaherty said about the award. “We have a lot of great leaders in the district, and I’m very honored. I’m proud of my staff, without whom I couldn’t do this. Everyone puts a lot into this job and cares about this school and the students’ education, so it’s a great honor, and I like that I’m able to share or even brag about what we do here.”

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However, Emig said the battery theft in Valley Center was more likely a crime of opportunity seeking money in the resale of batteries.

“We have leads, but would like the public’s help,” Emig said. “We don’t have any information at this point that organized crime or terrorism is involved. We think this is just opportunists looking to make some money.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Valley Center Sheriff’s Substation at (760) 751-4400 or the Crime Stoppers tip line at (888) 580-8477.

cilmember Bruce Ehlers. “The emitted smoke that gets to other people is enough of an impact.”

Deputy Mayor Joy Lyndes said the law addresses a “nexus” between environmental, public and personal health.

“When you can improve all three with one action I think you’ve got something very special,” Lyndes said. “This is a good example of something that elevates us as a community.”

The City Council approved the new smoking ban in a 3-0 vote. Both Mayor Tony Kranz and Councilmember Kellie Hinze were absent.

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ROB FLAHERTY Courtesy photo

AERIAL VIEW of Terra-Gen’s energy storage center in Valley Center. North County San Diego is home to a number of similar sites, including the world’s largest lithium-ion battery energy storage facility in Escondido. Courtesy photo

Del Mar Union trustee resigns after Florida solicitation arrest

Scott Wooden, 60, caught in human trafficking sting

By Laura Place

DEL MAR — A longtime trustee on the Del Mar Union School District board was one of 213 people arrested in Florida in a human trafficking sting operation earlier this month, law enforcement confirmed.

Scott Wooden, 60, of Carmel Valley, was charged with soliciting a sex worker who turned out to be an undercover law enforcement official in Polk County as part of a seven-day sting operation called Operation Traffic Stop.

Del Mar Union School District officials announced Feb. 16 that Wooden had resigned his position on the board, and that the manner of filling his vacancy is still being decided.

“The Board is currently exploring options to fill the vacancy. We will keep the community informed as the District moves through this process,” the statement said.

Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd spoke specifically about Wooden’s arrest during a press conference last week about the operation.

“He was supposedly here, helping his mom and dad, and hey, he had a little few minutes so he decided he would come here and engage in sex. He solicited sex for $200,” Judd said Feb. 16. “This guy knows better. He’s supposed to be a leader in the community. He’s an elected official. He's making decisions for our children, and he’s out soliciting prostitutes.”

According to arrest records, Wooden contacted an undercover officer by responding to an online escort advertisement and agreed to come to an undercover location for either $50 for oral sex, $150 for oral and vaginal sex with a condom and $200 for oral and vaginal sex without a condom.

On Feb. 11, Wooden

arrived at the location and paid the undercover officer $200, stating he would like to engage in oral or vaginal sex without a condom. He was then arrested without incident and released on Feb. 13 after paying a $500 bond, records show.

Wooden has served on the Del Mar Union board since 2010, and was more recently re-elected in November. He has a wife and two children, according to his biography on the district website.

In an interview with law enforcement following his arrest, he stated that he “got caught doing something stupid,” according to arrest records.

The school district said they were concerned by the allegations and that they will continue to focus on students as they determine next steps.

“While we do not yet know all the details and circumstances of this incident, the allegations are shocking and extremely concerning,” the statement said. “The District is continuing to learn more about this incident as information becomes available, and the Board is exploring options for any related action with its attorneys.

“On behalf of the entire Board, you have our commitment that our Superintendent and all staff will continue to focus on our important work each day in support of

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Sex trafficking probe leads to 48 arrests in San Diego area

A month-long anti-human trafficking operation targeting suspected traffickers and prospective commercial sex customers resulted in 48 arrests in San Diego and National City, authorities announced Tuesday.

Operation Better Pathways, held between Jan. 9 and Feb. 10, involved law enforcement surveillance of “areas known for sexual exploitation in San Diego and National City.’’

Undercover officers posed as people offering sex for sale, resulting in the four dozen arrests for alleged crimes ranging from human trafficking of a minor to assault with a deadly weapon. Additionally, 41 other people — including eight children — were offered support services as a result of the operation.

“I personally visited the National City and San Diego City locations that this operation targeted and what I saw was appalling,” DA Summer Stephan said. “Young women being openly trafficked in broad daylight, with individuals paying for sex lined up like they were going through a fast-food drive thru.’’

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SCOTT WOODEN, 60, of Carmel Valley, is charged with soliciting sex from an undercover law enforcement official in Polk County, Florida. Wooden has since resigned from his position on the Del Mar Union School District board. Courtesy photo/The Coast News graphic

POLK COUNTY Sheriff Grady Judd announced 213 arrests, including Carmel Valley resident Scott Wooden, in a human trafficking sting. Screenshot

12-month amortization period will be in place from the time the ordinance takes effect, with the option of waiving the $3,300 permit fee if they apply within the first 90 days.

According to city staff, the ordinance came before the council after months of complaints about noise, parking issues and view blockage from neighboring residents to homes with ramps.

The city's planning commission first discussed the issue in October and, in January, created an ordinance that was forwarded to the council for approval.

Mancha, who has been skating for around 35 years, said the backyard ramp allows people of all ages to explore vert skateboarding with encouragement and supervision. Kids from the neighborhood, as well as his friends' kids, come over to try out the ramps, he said.

“There’s not that many [vert] ramps out there, so I try to pass on my knowledge as much as I can. The only way to keep that alive is to provide the opportunity for those skaters to ride the

ramp and see if they can progress,” he said.

Menezes said she Mancha worked hard to responsibly build and manage their two skate ramps — the 17-foot tall one they brought over from the Encinitas YMCA- and a smaller 4-foot-tall ramp. They

reached out to the city when they first constructed the ramps over 10 years ago to make sure it was legal and received the blessing of surrounding neighbors at the time.

However, she said they understand that it is an unusual structure and the

Meet Therese Farley, Encinitas Chamber of Commerce Member and Head of Community Relations at Belmont Village Senior Living

San Diego’s older adult population is one of the most rapidly growing demographics in the region.

The San Diego Association of Governments projects the age 60+ population will grow from 627,000 in 2020 to nearly 1 million people by 2035.

As the head of Community Relations for Belmont Village Senior Living, Therese Farley knows a lot about this demographic. We talked with her about the aging adult population and options for downsizing and retirement.

When is it time to consider downsizing and moving into a senior living facility?

When you want to simplify live! Often times we hear “I/We are only using 2 or 3 rooms of our home and caring for it is a burden; we can’t keep up with the maintenance.” There are also emergent reasons; a senior has had an incident like a stroke or a fall and is no longer safe in their home environment and needs more support.

What are some of the benefits of living in a senior living community?

The benefits are many! Studies have shown that iso-

lation becomes a problem as people age. People at home decline faster if they do not have social stimulation, both physically and cognitively. Nutrition and hydration become compromised, and falls are more frequent. At Belmont, there is a team of caregivers and a nurse in the building 24/7. There is much more accountability than having care at home.

And it’s exciting to see new residents connect with their peers in the dining room and throughout the

community at events and activities.

What does Belmont Village offer?

In addition to being a beautiful property with terrific amenities, it has exceptional care and memory programs. A 24/7 onsite nurse allows us to do diabetic management. Belmont also offers transportation services that allow seniors to remain independent and not stuck at home.

You will be exhibiting at the Encinitas Chamber’s Senior Expo on Saturday. What do you hope to communicate?

I want to invite seniors to visit Belmont and have lunch. Sometimes the image of senior living is inaccurate and viewed as clinical. Seeing is believing, and once they visit, I believe the impression will completely change!

Where did you grow up? What is your perfect day in Encinitas?

I am a native Californian and have lived in North County since 2010. My perfect day is a long walk at Encinitas Ranch Trail, lunch along the coast with family/friends and a sunset at Cardiff State Beach.

city’s desire to create regulations.

“Out of respect for our investment and in honor of our efforts to help control noise and maintain privacy, and the fact that both ramps in question have been in existence for more than 10 years each, our preference would be, of course, not to amend the existing code,” Menezes told the city council on Feb. 14. “However … we are aware it's an unusual structure, and we do fully understand the desire to add some guidelines.”

Several residents at the meeting said these large ramps are still a nuisance even with mitigation measures like screening and sound infrastructure. Tony Hutchison and his wife Alicia, who live next door to Mancha, said the constant noise from kids skating “six days a week” is unfair.

“This ordinance is long overdue. Common sense needs to take priority over absurdity. That is what the

situation in my neighborhood has become — absurd,” Hutchison said. “My neighbor's never-ending parade of skateboarders is an oppression which I cannot escape nor do I deserve … I’ve lost the enjoyment of my property.”

Communications between city staff and the Hutchison and Menezes households indicate a more complicated situation regarding the ramp on Oak Drive.

Menezes told staff that her neighbors had only raised severe issues regarding the ramp in the October planning commission hearing. Before then, she and her husband had always worked to accommodate their privacy and noise concerns.

According to emails, Hutchison also filed a code complaint with the city in November, arguing that the ramp did not meet setback requirements. However, city staff said they found no code violations upon inspecting the property.

Councilwoman Katie Melendez said the lack of resolution, in this case, made it necessary for the council to intervene, but that she prefers these issues to be solved on a “neighbor to neighbor level.”

“Somewhere along the way, that no longer became a reality for the neighbors in this situation, which is unfortunate,” Melendez said. “I really do see regulations like this not as something that’s going to take away from the benefit of someone being able to do a sport in their backyard or in their free time, but to be able to have consideration [for] a group of people — the neighbors — and to have peacemaking.”

Individuals who submit a skate ramp permit for review to the Planning Commission must meet various conditions, including implementing proper landscaping and screening to protect neighbors’ privacy, using wood or other composite materials in the ramp’s construction and soundproofing the structure to the extent practical.

Use of a skate ramp for special events or business purposes will not be allowed, and adequate parking must also be provided at residences with a ramp. In addition, any lighting for a skate ramp must be directed downwards and not spill onto other properties, and setbacks must meet the requirements for a primary residence, according to the city.

“Staff would be able to impose conditions for the use of the structure depending on characteristics of the property and the neighboring concerns,” Community Development Director John Conley said.

The council also agreed to set general hours of operation from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. for skate ramps over 6 feet unless otherwise permitted following a public hearing.

While the draft ordinance approved by the Planning Commission suggested an 18-month amortization period for existing ramps to come into compliance, the council agreed to shorten that period to 12 months to speed up the process for concerned neighbors.

Application approval may also be appealed to the City Council.

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EVANDRO MANCHA stands atop his 17-foot vertical skateboarding ramp in his Vista backyard on Tuesday. Beginning in March, the known skate-friendly city will begin requiring permits for ramps over 6 feet tall, which currently face little to no restrictions.

Photo by Laura Place

MANCHA’S VERT ramp, originally located at the Encinitas YMCA, was moved to the backyard of his Vista home about 10 years ago. Photo by Laura Place

Derek Coleman, 33, passes; co-founder of nonprofit NGO Global Response Medicine

It is with the heaviest of hearts for us to announce that the world has suffered a great loss with the passing of Derek A. Coleman.

Just three months after being diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma and only a week after his first round of chemotherapy treatment, Derek tragically passed away on Feb. 11 from chemotherapy complications. At 33 years old, Derek accomplished more in his short life than most do in a lifetime.

Derek was a graduate of San Marcos High School in 2008. He played football for the San Marcos Knights.

In 2015, Derek sold all his possessions and used his life savings to volunteer as a medic in Iraq treating wounded soldiers and civilians on the front lines during the liberation of Mosul. He not only saved thousands of lives, but also trained hundreds of Iraqi

soldiers how to render proper medical aid. For two years, Derek risked his life every day for strangers, never asking, wanting or receiving anything in return. Helping others was his only purpose. In 2017, Derek co-founded nonprofit NGO Global Response Medicine alongside Pete Reed, a former marine and humanitarian who was killed Feb. 2 while in Ukraine on a hu-

manitarian mission. Pete’s death devastated Derek.

Since its conception, GRM has continued to provide medical assistance and humanitarian aid all around the world.

During his time in Iraq, Derek fell in love with Sara Coleman, a hospital administrator. After six years of a lengthy legal process, they were only months away from finally being together in the

Pete and fellow veteran Derek Coleman decided to form Global Response Medicine, an NGO dedicated to serving the world’s most vulnerable people in the midst of conflict, war, or disaster.”

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Derek had an amazing smile and a wicked sense of humor. He was a friend to everyone he met. Derek made a huge difference in this world with his humanitarian works. Even though Derek is gone now, he made a positive impression on all of us. We will feel his presence throughout our days with all the memories he has left us with.

Derek is survived by the love of his life Sara, his father Bruce and mother Cheryl, stepfather Robert, grandmother Patricia, sister Taylor and her husband Ali and niece Autumn, brother Austin and his wife Maisoon, sister Emma and many uncles, aunts, cousins and friends he loved as family.

We will honor Derek’s life at Maple Park cemetery in Springfield, MO, at 1 p.m. on Feb. 21, 2023.

We will also be announcing thru Facebook, the San Diego location and time for his celebration of life to be held at a later date.

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RISING STARS

The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce named its February Rising Stars for the San Dieguito Union High School District — Lexi Worms, Canyon Crest Academy; Katie Kelley, La Costa Canyon High; Yeferson Guevara, San Dieguito Academy; and Ariel Adato, Torrey Pines High School. The Rising Stars program recognizes local high school students who have demonstrated character, integrity, love of learning and involvement in school and community and/or have overcome challenging life circumstances without compromising their education.

TOP STUDENTS

• Bianca Angelina Plowman of Encinitas was named to the fall 2022 dean’s list at Radford University.

• Maddy McCarthy of Carlsbad was named to Ithaca College’s fall 2022 dean’s list.

• MiraCosta College student Luis De Luna enrolled in the Biomanufactur-

ing Baccalaureate program at the Oceanside campus with plans to earn a Ph.D. in the molecular sciences. De Luna is the first MiraCosta College student to earn the DREAM Scholar recognition from Achieving the Dream.

CHAIR AWARDED

Carmel Valley resident and Salk professor Christian Metallo has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to advancing science by being named the next holder of the Daniel and Martina Lewis Chair, effective Jan. 1, 2023. Metallo, part of Salk’s Molecular and Cell Biology Laboratory, studies metabolism — how the constant breakdown of energy within cells works and, importantly, doesn’t work. His research advances the field of metabolism and provides a foundation for

Pet of the Week

Blaze is pet of the week at Rancho Coastal Humane Society. He’s a nearly 2-year-old 57-pound, male, bull terrier mix.

Blaze was transferred to Rancho Coastal Humane Society from a rescue partner in the Imperial Valley through Friends of County Animal Shelters (FOCAS). He’s happy and jumpy with a wiggly body. He loves playing with squeaky toys.

The $145 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 being a virtual foster, stop by Rancho Coastal Humane Society at 389 Requeza St., Encinitas, call (760) 753-6413 or visit SDpets.org.

the development of metabolism-related therapeutics.

AFFORDABLE HOMES

More than 350 struggling households will soon move into affordable homes in San Diego and Riverside counties thanks to a San Diego-based nonprofit that has received $68 million from the State of California’s Department of Housing and Community Development. Wakeland Housing and Development Corporation was awarded funds for four separate projects, three in San

Diego County; one in Riverside County. Visit wakelandhdc.com.

QUALIFIED

The Encinitas Public Works Department has recently received full re-accreditation by the American Public Works Association for the third time. This accreditation formally verifies and recognizes that the agency is in full compliance with the recommended management practices set forth in APWA’s Public Works Management Practices Manual.

GRANT PROGRAM

The establishment of the Community Grant Program (CGP) by the Encinitas City Council, with an annual General Fund allocation and outside donations, has supported numerous projects that have enriched the five communities of Encinitas. Apply at encinitasca.gov/ government/departments/ parks-recreation-cultural-arts/cultural-arts/community-grant-program. The CGP provides funding in two categories: Civic: social, recreation, education,

health and environment and Arts: visual art, performing arts, arts education, literary arts, etc.

VETERINARIANS WANTED

To mitigate the crisis-level shortage of veterinarians in California that is acutely affecting access to care for the most vulnerable companion animals, Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris introduced AB 1237, the “California Public Interest Veterinary Debt Relief Act” Feb. 16 in Sacramento. AB 1237 is co-sponsored by San Diego Humane Society and San Francisco SPCA. AB 1237 aims to attract existing veterinarians to practice where demand is greatest in California, by providing state and private funding to apply toward their school loans. For more information, visit sfspca.org.

GUARANTEED ADMISSION

Cal State San Marcos is expanding by five the number of school districts at which students are guaranteed admission if they meet certain criteria. CSUSM will sign a memorandum of understanding with San Dieguito Union High School District, Bonsall Unified School District, Guajome Schools, Hemet Unified School District and Poway Unified School District on March 1.

Being sick shouldn’t be such fun, and it’s my own fault.

I gingerly gave my son a hug yesterday, telling him that I could only hug but not kiss right now because I had awakened with a miserable cold.

“Oh, that’s OK,” he assured me. “I think I’d like to catch your cold, Mom. Then I could watch cartoons late at night.”

“Yes,” my daughter chimed in. “And we get to sleep in your bed and drink cocoa!”

If there is a leap of logic here for some of you, let me explain.

When my children are really ill with a cough or fever that leaves them awake in the wee hours, I often park them on the couch at the foot of my bed with a cup of cocoa, put in my earplugs and turn on my television, very low, tuned to the cartoon channel.

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Say what you will. I have said prayers of thanks for that round-the-clock insanity at my fingertips.

Very often they will fall asleep after the first couple of “Popeyes” or “Flintstones.” If not, at least one of us gets some sleep.

The rest of the weekend was spent grabbing my cups away from them before they could drink out of them and washing my hands like a scrub nurse in the plague ward.

Trying not to share an illness around my house takes a major effort of will and forethought, as my children are quite accustomed to finishing, without notice,

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anything I might select to eat or drink.

We also hug and kiss a lot and, for me, that is a darned hard habit to avert.

Meanwhile, these latest remarks reminded me that my children seem to have, well, an unhealthy enjoyment of poor health. Cartoons or no cartoons, I don’t really remember wishing to be sick when I was a youngster.

I wished I could stay home from school, but I didn’t delight at the idea of catching my mother’s cold.

Somehow, being home sick doesn’t hold any real fear for my two. It has been a rare fever, cough or rebellious intestinal tract that has really gotten them down for long.

After I have been up all night tending to their invalid whims, they show their gratitude by staying wide awake and buoyant all day. I don’t want them to suffer, mind you, but a little daylight lethargy and lassitude would be appreciated.

As I slogged my way through those early years

of children and germs, I did my own little laboratory study. I don’t remember having as many colds as my children have had, and my mother verifies that fact.

Under the weather, over the moon small talk

When I was ill, I remember feeling so lousy that even missing school usually lost its thrill. So, it seems that my children are sick more often but mind it less.

Does that signify a step up the evolutionary ladder or a step down? Are they weaker physically but stronger mentally? Or are they just accomplished hypochondriacs?

Actually, the first few years were the worst. It seems to me that we easily met and surpassed the national average of six colds a year. That doesn’t sound like much until you realize that each cold lasts at least two weeks. Multiply that by the size of your family, and it becomes a powerful lot of runny noses. I shared all of them.

I keep thinking that I must have so many antibodies in my bloodstream now, built up over the past eight years, there should scarcely be room for the corpuscles.

And yet, while I sniffle and moan, my children have managed, to their consternation, to sidestep two strep outbreaks and a season of flu in the past six months.

Pity. They may never catch up on those cartoons.

Jean Gillette is a freelance writer who made ill health way too pleasant. Contact her at jean@coastnewgroup.com.

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THE ENCINITAS CHAMBER’S Rising Stars for February: From left, Lexi Worms (Canyon Crest Academy), Katie Kelley (La Costa Canyon High School), Yeferson Guevara (San Dieguito Academy) and Ariel Adato (Torrey Pines High School). Courtesy photo

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A gardener’s paradise

Local green thumbs celebrate the Harold E. Smerdu Community Garden’s 40th anniversary

By Steve Puterski CARLSBAD

— The late Carlsbad resident Harold Smerdu always wanted a garden.

So, in 1984, Smerdu gifted the city of Carlsbad a piece of land with a directive: The land must be used for a community garden.

Decades later, the Harold E. Smerdu Community Garden, the second-oldest community garden in San Diego County, is preparing to celebrate its 40th anniversary on March 1.

The city, in partnership with local gardeners, will throw a separate party open

to the public from 10 a.m. to noon on April 1 at 1250 Laguna Drive, with guest speaker and horticultural consultant Richard Wright, who will teach a class on gardening best practices.

Smerdu’s daughter, Patrice, is a long-time gardener who has maintained

a plot at her father’s legacy for years. Since her father’s death, Patrice said the gardens have exploded in popularity.

Currently, 400 people are on the waitlist for a plot at one of three city-owned community gardens (including Harold E. Smerdu

Community Garden) located in the Barrio and Olde Carlsbad.

“This garden has been here for 40 years and without people donating time, money, certainly their labor, and good will, it wouldn’t last,” Patrice said. “We view the garden as an

asset for the city.” The garden features 39 beds measuring 20 feet by 30 feet, and 26 beds at 10 feet by 15 feet. All of the larger plots will be subdivided after the current tenants vacate to accommo -

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LONGTIME GARDENERS Patrice Smerdu, left, and Dana Withall, right, tend to their garden plots at Harold E. Smerdu Community Garden in Carlsbad. Since obtaining a plot, Withall told The Coast News, she rarely buys produce from the grocery store, growing and harvesting most of her vegetables in the garden. Photos by Jesus Bolanos (center, right);

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Del Mar outlines priorities

By Laura Place DEL MAR — Meeting

state housing regulations, moving the rail off the bluffs and finally getting around to a building electrification ordinance were all discussed as priorities for Del Mar during a recent goal-setting workshop.

City officials discussed dozens of items, some long overdue, currently awaiting attention from overworked city staff. They provided direction on which to prioritize in the coming two fiscal years — 2023-24, which begins June 30, and 202425 — and which to push further down the road.

The railway and housing, two matters that made the city’s Tier 1 list, dominated much of the fivehour meeting on Feb. 13. City leaders will remain heavily involved in the San Diego Association of Government’s plan to relocate the tracks off the bluffs altogether and to tunnel the rail through Del Mar, a goal they hope to see realized by 2035.

In the meantime, city staff said the results of the city’s safe and legal crossings study, which identifies potential locations for additional pedestrian crossings on the railroad tracks along the Del Mar bluffs, will be shared with the council in March.

“This is a SANDAG-led effort, but Del Mar is the key stakeholder moving forward … we’re gonna want to shape that process as much as we can,” Assistant City Manager Clem Brown said. “This is gonna be a significant work item to have this project move through the process with SANDAG to get funding and ultimately implement it over the next two fiscal years.”

Staff said they also remain committed to bringing the city’s 6th Cycle Housing Element into compliance with state law, which involves the continued development of housing plans for identified potential sites and implementing a series of new programs, each of which can result in new ordinances.

“As you’ll hear throughout this meeting today, the heavy reliance on much of our special programs is related to the housing element. We are very lean regarding that staff resource — we have one principal planner, which pretty much takes up the bulk of her work,” said Planning and Community Development Director Karen Brindley.

There are also two costly projects which may require the city to issue debt in the coming years, Jones said. These include constructing units at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, to which the city may need to contribute around $8 million, and the subsequent phases

Winston, Del Mar enter mediation, trial delayed

By Laura Place DEL MAR —

Oceanside creates special tax districts at North River Farms

By Samantha Nelson OCEANSIDE —

The City Council recently approved two special tax districts, or Mello-Roos, to help fund public improvement and fire services related to the North River Farms development project.

When the council first approved the controversial North River Farms housing project in the South Morro Hills area in 2019, the developer agreed to make several public improvements to nearby roadways and add a fire station to help service the new community as part of its conditions of approval.

To fund these improvements, the developer requested establishing two community facilities districts – Facilities CFD to pay for public improvements by levying a special tax and issuing bonds, and Services CFD to fund a new fire station's operations.

The project’s developer is The NRF Project Owner, a joint venture between Lennar Homes and Integral Communities.

Community facilities districts, also called CFDs or Mello-Roos, are special tax districts by which property owners in a specific geographic location agree to impose taxes on their property to fund public improvements and infrastructure projects.

A city is not responsible for any debt incurred by the tariffs, which instead falls on the responsibility of the property owners.

In addition to a new fire station, Mello-Roos taxes would help purchase a new fire truck, widen the College Boulevard Bridge and North River Road, install more extensive sewer lines, dual roundabouts

and traffic signals on North River Road and traffic signals at Leon Street and Madras Lane, improve the College Boulevard and state Route 76 intersection and North Valley Lift Station, and install a reclaimed water system.

An additional gap funding agreement requires the landowner to reimburse the city for $1.05 million for a portion of the costs to operate the cityowned fire station until the service tax supports its operations. The fire station will be financed from the

property taxes used to pay for the fire services would go into the general fund and come out of it.

“When this project came forward, we were told repeatedly that it’s not gonna cost the general fund any money… it puts the city in a difficult position now,” Keim said. “I’m not very happy about it.”

Mayor Esther Sanchez noted that she doesn’t like Mello-Roos projects and believes that the developer is within their means of paying for the additional public improvements that

Officials

with the City of Del Mar and The Winston School have entered mediation and agreed to postpone a planned jury trial related to allegations of the city’s unfair lease termination, allowing the school to remain a tenant at least through mid-2024.

The Winston School, a nonprofit special education institution serving around 100 students annually, has operated at its site at Shores Park since 1988. In mid-2021, Del Mar officials issued a lease termination notice stating that Winston failed to submit a proper redevelopment plan as required by the lease and ordering them to vacate the site by July 2023.

School officials filed a lawsuit against the city in October 2021, alleging unfair lease termination, and a trial in the case was initially scheduled to begin on March 3. However, according to San Diego County court filings, it has since been rescheduled to Aug. 25.

Del Mar officials said at a Feb. 13 meeting that both parties approved the delay to allow negotiations and added that the school could remain onsite for an additional year.

“The city of Del Mar and the Winston School have agreed to postpone the upcoming trial related to the litigation to give both parties time to negotiate in good faith and determine upon a path forward,” Assistant City Manager Clem Brown said. “The Winston School will remain a tenant on site until at least July 1 of 2024 while we work on those negotiations.”

Winston School officials said they are grateful to be negotiating with the city and eager to move for-

ward with their planned improvements to the school’s campus.

“The Winston School is pleased the mediation is resulting in the opportunity for both sides to meet in a productive manner. Winston has always believed that a community partnership would also benefit the residents of Del Mar. Features of the new campus will do just that,” said school spokesperson Maureen Kendrick. “We are grateful for the support we have received from our neighbors and residents for the past 35 years.”

In 2008, the two parties entered into a memorandum of understanding stating that the school would help the city fundraise to buy the Shores Park property in exchange for a long-term lease to continue the school's operation. Winston School would end up contributing $3 million toward the $8.5 million purchase price, which was used as a rent credit for the school.

A resulting 55-year lease between the city and Winston School in 2010 required the school to submit plans for significant site redevelopments, focused on a sweeping redesign of the outdated campus, by specific deadlines.

The Winston School requested multiple extensions for these plans due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Between 2019 and 2021, 13 different design plans were rejected by the city for failing to meet various standards that the school claimed were unreasonable. Kendrick said meetings between the city and the school would begin “very soon” and that updates from those meetings would be shared with the public.

SDG&E unveils new energy efficiency upgrade program

proceeds of bonds issued by the facilities tax.

The maximum amount of bonded indebtedness proposed for the facilities tax is $45 million.

The facilities tax will consist of five zones with tax rates based on square footage. Annual taxes for property owners will start at $3,135 annually in the least square footage zone to $5,120 in the highest square footage zone. The tax rates will increase by 2% each year starting in 2024.

The service tax will tax each property $1,664 and increase each year based on the percentage change in the Consumer Price Index with a maximum annual increase of 6% and a minimum of 2% starting in 2024.

The City Council approved both taxes, although not everyone was happy.

Deputy Mayor Ryan Keim highlighted that the

the facilities tax is meant to cover without having to impose a tax on future residents of the development.

She voted against the facilities tax but approved the services tax.

“These are very difficult homes to sell,” Sanchez said.

Like Keim, Sanchez initially voted against the North River Farms development project.

In 2019, the project was narrowly approved by a council majority. A voter referendum revoked the council’s decision to approve the project in 2020 by a majority vote from citizens, but a Superior Court judge ruled the referendum was invalid the following year, allowing the development to continue.

A settlement between two lawsuits related to the project removed nearly 200 homes from the project, reducing it from the originally proposed 585 units to 395 units.

By City News Service REGION — San Diego

Gas & Electric last week began an energy efficiency upgrade program for renters and owners of single-family homes to help keep energy costs down.

The Residential Energy Solutions program allows participating customers to receive free products, such as smart thermostats and HVAC services such as air duct testing and sealing. The program has no income restrictions.

The goal of the program is “to help customers better manage their energy use, lower heating and cooling costs and achieve zero net energy for their home,'' a statement from the utility company reads.

A zero net energy building is one in which the amount of energy consumed is less than or the same as the renewable energy generated.

“Not only can energy

efficiency upgrades help our customers save long term on their energy bills and make their homes more comfortable,” said SDG&E Vice President of Customer Services Dana Golan. “Additionally, reducing energy use can help our region and our state cut greenhouse gas emissions and meet our climate goals.”

Products and services offered include smart thermostats able to be controlled remotely, high-efficiency, brushless fan motor, efficient fan control and duct test and seal and low-flow faucet aerators, low-flow shower heads, pipe wrap and thermostat shower valves.

SDG&E has contracted with Synergy Companies to help administer the program. Customers can request an appointment for a home visit from an energy efficiency expert via Synergy's website or by calling 1-888-272-8394.

OCEANSIDE FARMER Mike Cobas grows grapes for a nearby winery in South Morro Hills. The city of Oceanside approved two special tax districts to help fund public services related to the controversial North River Farms project. File photo

Mello-Roos funds will help pay for public services

When this project came forward, we were told repeatedly that it’s not gonna cost the general fund any money … it puts the city in a difficult position now.”

Councilman Ryan Keim Oceanside City Council

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date more gardeners to the increasingly popular site.

The city charges $120 per year to cover water expenses.

The garden provides some communal tools, such as shovels, hoes, wheelbarrows, seedlings and compost piles.

Smerdu said the community gardens are the fourth-most desired amenity for the Carlsbad parks system.

Resident Angela Derby, who has kept a community tract for the past several years, said each plot shows the personality of the

individual gardeners with a variety of fruits, vegetables and plants.

Derby said gardening is a form of therapy, allowing her to disconnect and recharge, meet new people and share seeds, food and gardening tricks. In short, it’s a community of like-minded people enjoying what they do.

“This is like my safe place and it’s where I go when I need to get grounded or feel better,” Derby said. “It’s getting outside but still being by myself in my little garden. It’s just a place to come to relax and enjoy something that makes me feel better.”

Dana Withall, another

green-thumbed resident, said she rarely buys produce from the grocery store. Instead, Withall grows seasonally and harvests from her garden.

Bill Lanphear, head of the Smerdu Garden Committee and municipal liaison, said the garden has provided innumerable benefits to residents over the years.

The garden’s longest running tenant is George Tate, 95, who has held his plot for 39 years and grows tomatoes to sell at the Del Mar Racetrack.

But it’s not just adults who experience the joys of the community garden.

Third graders have

the opportunity to visit the community garden for a scavenger hunt as part of the City Stuff program.

Positive stories and experiences are plentiful at the garden, which may be one reason for the garden’s popularity. Smerdu said the city is planning another garden at Stagecoach Community Park in La Costa.

“The kids know more than the parents,” Withall said. “The parents are amazed and you see the kids showing the parents what plants are what.”

On April 1, the Cole Library is hosting a “FixIt Clinic” and Fire Station No. 1 has a “Donate, Don’t Waste” collection event.

INDIVIDUAL GARDENS produce a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers and more at the Harold E. Smerdu Community Garden, located across from City Hall in Carlsbad. The community garden, one of three municipal plots in the city, currently has a 200-person waitlist. “We view the garden as an asset for the city,” said Patrice Smerdu, daughter of the garden’s namesake. Photos by Jesus Bolanos/The Coast News

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At 70, celebrating the ’70s

Turning 70 is another sphere for me. It feels like yesterday I was playing Wiffle Ball in my backyard in western Pennsylvania before graduating high school in 1971.

The ’70s were quite an interesting time for me. Let’s see how 70 plays out.

The decade brought much joy and excitement for me as my beloved Pittsburgh Steelers won four Super Bowls and the Pirates brought home two World Series championships.

As a kid growing up, one would have been enough. Regardless, those days brought me a lot of happiness and joy.

Arriving in Los Angeles after a two-year discovery stint in Florida brought me to the West Coast in

1974. The first day I landed in the City of Angels, there was a citywide transit strike.

L.A. was a monster unlike anything I’d ever seen before.

My first job was at Richard’s Shoes near the UCLA campus. I wanted to play basketball at Pauley Pavilion every morning before I went to work.

One day, I sold 26 pairs of shoes — 13 each — to Sidney Wicks and Curtis Rowe, members of multiple Bru-

Aztecs men’s basketball joins top 25 polls

ins’ national championship teams who both became NBA all-stars.

I rang up the sale of over $3,000, possibly the biggest sale in the store’s history, and from then on, I was the self-appointed king.

It was mid-1975 when I ventured into Hollywood and began working at the most iconic retail clothing store in the country: Fred Segal at Melrose Avenue and Crescent Heights Boulevard.

There, I met some of the biggest and brightest stars who started wearing expensive designer jeans — Peter Sellers, Zsa Zsa Gabor, Sly & The Family Stone, Carole King, Curtis Mayfield and Richard Pryor.

Every day, another big-

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The Aztecs sit atop the Mountain West Conference with a 13-2 conference record and are 22-5 overall after Tuesday night’s 77-58 victory over Colorado State.

The team totaled 336 points in the AP poll and 180 points in the coaches poll. The Aztecs are the only program in the conference to be ranked in either poll.

SDSU is ranked in the AP poll for the 98th week since the start of the 201011 season, “more than any other program in the state of California and the 18th most in the nation in that

time frame,” according to the school.

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Versatile Coyle having twice the fun with CSUSM softball

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Savannah Coyle is a two-way softball standout at Cal State University San Marcos with a one-way allegiance.

Never mind that she reminds some of Shohei Ohtani, the pitching and hitting star for the Los Angeles Angels.

When talk turns to Ohtani, Coyle turns away.

“I’m a Dodgers fan,’’ she said, firmly.

Fair enough and we’ll let her wrestle with the Padre faithful on her own. Knowing the feisty Coyle, she would welcome it.

The Cougars, ranked No. 6 in the nation among Division II programs, are back at it in defending their California Collegiate Athletic Association title.

By winning the championship last season for the first time in school history, everyone is aware of CSUSM (7-2, 4-0).

“We’re in a different position this year,’’ Cougars coach Stef Ewing said. “We got a target on our back. The expectations are for us to be able to come out and take

care of business.’’

CSUSM did just that in its opening California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) series, sweeping Cal Poly Humboldt in four games. The Cougars are at Cal State East Bay this weekend, with Coyle set to play a prime role in keeping their conference record spotless.

“When a team beats us now, it’s like it won the World Series,’’ Coyle said.

Coyle is serious about her game, a sport she has

been playing since she was 4 years old. After a stellar career at Rancho Buena Vista High, she sets sail on her sophomore season after a freshman year to remember.

Coyle, an Oceanside native, was named to the All-CCAA team and was the conference’s freshman of the year in 2022. She went 19-4, which included five shutouts and 12 complete games. And when asked to ride to the rescue coming out of the bullpen, the southpaw

Coyle had a conference-high five saves.

Want another reason why Ewing makes sure Coyle is on the team bus before games?

As a designated player and first baseman, the left-handed hitting Coyle batted .384 with two homers and 15 RBI.

Shohei, no. But is Coyle showing well?

Absolutely.

“She’s a competitor,’’ Ewing said. “She wants to win. The moment never

gets too big for her. She gets pumped up and she understands when the big moments are.”

That included the opening weekend of conference play when she entered the game with traffic on the bases and the contest hanging in the balance.

“She wants the ball in her hands,’’ Ewing said. “She’s like the great Trevor Hoffman that she can come in those situations and shut it down.’’

We’ll allow Ewing intro-

ducing Del Mar’s Hoffman, the former Padres great, into the conversation even with Coyle leaning toward the team up north. When summoned to put out another fire, Coyle hears “Sandman” by Metallica instead of AC/DC’s “Hell’s Bells,” which Hoffman preferred. Just don’t sleep on Coyle (3-1) when she’s in the circle or at the plate.

“I’ve always pitched and hit,’’ Coyle said. Her versatility allows her a perspective few others possess.

“I know, as a pitcher, what they are trying to throw me when I’m hitting,’’ she said. “Because I think of when I’m pitching and if someone gets a hit on an inside pitch, I know not to go inside again.

“As a pitcher you know what to throw in certain counts, so as a hitter I know what to expect.’’

Coyle is far from the Cougars’ lone bright light.

Other returning AllCCAA players seeking to run it back are first baseman Paige Donnelly (Poway High), outfielder Bianca Gutierrez and right-handed pitcher Jayline Sloss.

“We know,” said Ewing, last season’s CCAA coach of the year, “that we’re going to get everyone’s best shot.”

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SAVANNAH COYLE, among the CCAA’s top pitchers, is no slouch at the plate either. In her first year with the Cougars, the Oceanside native and Rancho Buena Vista grad posted a 19-4 pitching record and batted .384 to earn first-team all-CCAA honors and the conference’s freshman of the year award. Photos courtesy CSUSM Athletics

Let’s ChatGPT about AI

dia. Sounding like Mr. Data? The developer freely admits this app generates incorrect information, produces harmful instructions and biased content, and has limited knowledge of the world after 2021.

is there inestimable value from the human experience that creates more effective communications.

Acomputer guy approached me today to ask my opinion about ChatGPT. I wasn’t very complimentary.

For those who missed it, ChatGPT is artificial intelligence that’s quickly garnering attention for articulate answers across many subjects.

Chatbots mimic human conversation, but the more versatile ChatGPT writes and debugs computer programs; composes music, teleplays, fairy tales, poetry, song lyrics, and student essays; answers test questions; and plays games like tic-tac-toe.

So I asked ChatGPT two questions: “Describe the color black” (generating 127 words I’d expect from an encyclopedia) and “I need to sell a hamburger,” which produced an answer from a Marketing 101 class.

This technology supposedly promises to write original content for marketing and other applications. Colleges are watching carefully to ensure computers aren’t writing term papers, and some marketers are using AI for their social me-

AI knows which words to string together … sometimes. It works cheap, never sleeps and doesn’t complain ... all compelling arguments.

Only there’s no independent thought, critical-

Merely putting every word into a database and hoping a story comes out is unlikely. You still need someone, not something, to craft those words properly.

Furthermore, even if you successfully get something intelligible, it’s sure to take on a certain sameness over time.

ly evaluated information, different perspectives considered, or individual judgment for reaching conclusions. In short, you won’t get anything original.

So have you really accomplished anything? Arguably, 1,000 monkeys on 1,000 typewriters may eventually get you Shakespeare, but how hard must you work first?

AI can analyze millions of medical records, predicting impact of lifestyle, diet and geography on someone’s health risks.

Yet, just as no machine can replace the doctor-patient relationship, so too

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Because while machines can wash dishes, move us great distances, and increase our productivity, they’ll never stop mid-sentence to describe a gorgeous flower or a tweeting bird.

They can’t do everything. And we shouldn’t expect them to.

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

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Arguably, 1,000 monkeys on 1,000 typewriters may eventually get you Shakespeare, but how hard must you work first?

Digging into zero-waste at Local Scoop in Encinitas

Iheard the buzz about a no-packaging food refillery opening up in Encinitas.

Previously, I'd been to Samantha Simone's The Nada Shop, a zero-waste household and body care products store in the Lumberyard and love the concept.

Back in the day, I used to manage the Community Market, and food choices have always been dear to my heart. We had a lot of bulk bins, but you don't see them that much today. So this made me excited when I heard the two were joining forces.

Katie Fletcher is a bright-eyed whole-food enthusiast who studied public health and nutrition at Yale. She is living her dream and prescribing food as medicine in this sanitary zero waste, package and plastic-free shop. She has a quick smile and a story for everyone who comes in and is a wealth of information.

“Before I opened the store, I was already intentional that I would only use a few curated vendors, and I wanted to be clear about where the food originated,” Fletcher said.

“I've been slowly integrating local growers and local food companies based on their choices around sustainability and corporate practices.”

Local Scoop has been welcoming customers for several months, and

during my visit, I was impressed with the caliber of the visitor.

Outside of the casual tourist that stumbles upon the store while at the Lumberyard, with lots of questions as they begin to explore this somewhat foreign concept of how to shop, others are religious about coming to the Scoop for their weekly food prep, and there are a lot of diehard regulars.

David Steel, a local solar energy professional, is a regular at Local Scoop. He augments his weekly food-prepping purchases with newly harvested nuts, grains, and other local produce only found at Fletcher's little corner shop.

“I've been going to Nada since they opened, and when Katie came in with her fresh, organic nuts, grains, and produce, I was ecstatic,” Steel said.

“I've wanted this kind

of store for years. I believe in creating a low carbon footprint for myself by living a plastic-free lifestyle — we don't need to buy everything wrapped in plastics. I bring my containers in and am set for the week.

I love supporting Katie and am super proud of her efforts.”

Mothers push their strollers in and grab an item that Katie has set aside for them; a runner stops in to grab a tea that was promised to them that they couldn't wait to try and a fill-up of some trail mix for the road.

Katie is the shopkeeper, there to greet her customers with the personal touch of an old-fashioned general store. There's lots of socializing and discussion around where a particular product came from and whether it will return if it's out of supply when they arrive.

As I meandered the shiny clean containers of grains, nuts, trail mix, beans, spices, flours, sugars, baking items, teas, coffee, hummus, organic produce, and even dog treats, thoughtfully organized and accessible, I started to ask patrons what brought them here.

They were all happy to tell me why they love The Local Scoop.

The day I came in, I ran into Mia Loya, a holistic nutritionist with Wellfed Warrior Network. She made the drive from downtown San Diego.

“It's important to give our cells the least amount of toxins for optimum health,” she mused as she filled her recycled bags with teas, tamari almonds, and vegan waffle mix sourced locally. “I love Katie and the Local Scoop because she sources intentionally. It's fresher to go this way, vs. packaging

that has traveled worldwide — it's more bio-available for our bodies when purchased this way. You are, after all, what you eat.”

According to Fletcher, raw energy bites, dried persimmons, cinnamon, grainless granola, and date coconut rolls are now the biggest sellers. Still, someone else swears by the locally made caesar salad dressing.

No packaging equals

no misleading writing on the bags. Shopping without plastic and using the traded glassware or bringing your own containers has proven to be widely accepted and applauded by those that call The Local Scoop their local market.

“I ran out of natural deodorant,” said Cecelia Hands, a local sustainability consultant. “Discovering a bulk foods store at-

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Make yourself a drink while I dig through my inbox to share some of this month’s San Diego area craft beer and spirits news.

• San Diego-based Embolden Beer Company and New Motion Beverages will be more readily available in North County.

Embolden’s Mango

Palmer Hard Sparkling Black Tea and Embolden Litehouse Blonde Ale have been added to Gelson’s Local Discoveries category in San Diego locations.

• Stone Brewing may not be locally owned anymore, but it is still a significant local beverage business attracting other big brand names.

The brewery has partnered with Bulleit Frontier Whiskey to encourage us to explore the old order of a beer and a shot, or in this case, a Bulleit and a beer.

The collaboration kicked off in December 2022 with the release of Stone One Batch Dispatch: Gimme Yule Gimme Fire Barrel-Aged Bock.

This limited-time offer beer was aged in Bulleit Rye Whiskey barrels and sold exclusively online and at Stone Brewing locations. Please be sure to look for more collaborations between the brands moving forward.

• Did you know the chain restaurant Yard House originated in Long Beach? I didn’t. It’s one thing I learned reading an e-mail about how they are the first nationwide restaurant partner of Blake Lively’s Betty Buzz non-alcoholic line-up of sparkling cocktails.

Did you know that Blake Lively had a line of NA cocktails? I didn’t.

Plus, Yard House has locations in Carlsbad and San Diego. Today has been a fun day of learning.

• Speaking of NA cocktails, one of the fastest-growing beverage categories, look for an upcom-

ing feature in the Cheers! column on the locally based !mprov Booze-Free Cocktails.

• Was that a Juneshine commercial during the Super Bowl? Yes. Yes, it was. Congrats to another San Diego company leading the way.

• Barrio Logan’s ReBru Spirits (previously featured in the Cheers! column) is jumping into the hard tea game with Longball, a hard

lemon iced tea cocktail. It is already available throughout San Diego County. Did I miss the memo on 2023 being the year of hard teas and NA cocktails?

In a nice (lemon) twist, you can choose whether you want your Longball with one shot of booze or two. The base of the drink is actually fortified apple wine with a lower alcohol by volume (ABV) content of 23.5%, so you might see it at your favorite restaurants with beer and wine licenses.

• Congratulations to Thomas Peters, who was promoted to head of production and quality manager at Belching Beaver

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Talking food, music and Encinitas with Mayor Tony Kranz

Since moving to Encinitas 23 years ago, I’ve always been intrigued (and a little jealous) of folks that had the good fortune of growing up here.

From the quality of life to the small-town vibe and affordability, it was a great place to raise a family.

Newly elected Mayor Tony Kranz is lucky enough to have experienced all that.

I had the opportunity to sit down with Tony in my front yard in Leucadia to hear his account of growing up on Requeza Street in a home that cost his parents $14,000 in 1960. Yes, you heard that right!

LTP: Tell me about your family and how they ended up in Encinitas.

Tony: My dad was a WWII Marine that survived four battles in the Pacific, including Iwo Jima. He returned to Minnesota after the war, became a PE teacher and coach, and was hired at Earl Warren Junior High in 1960.

I was nine months old with a big brother and sister when we arrived on a VW bus. But three more sisters and another brother would follow. We rolled into town in the summer of 1960. My mom drove the bus with my granny riding shotgun and three kids under 4, two in diapers.

Rumor has it my bottle was spiked with Scotch more than once to help calm everyone’s nerves on the ride from Minnesota. My dad drove a truck, so he was enjoying the ride solo.

I asked my dad once why we lived in Encinitas

if he was teaching at Earl Warren in Solana Beach, and he said they kept driving north until they found a home they could afford. They bought the house at 110 Requeza, then purchased a lot at 463 Ocean View Avenue in 1964, where they built a home.

LTP: What was family life like in the Kranz household? Was something great coming out of the kitchen that you looked forward to?

Tony: Our house was quite chaotic. My dad coached every season, so there were always games after school. That left the seven of us kids raising hell at home, and we were a bit overwhelming to my mom.

Eventually, all seven of us were involved in after-school activities, compounding the chaos. But it was mostly good. As for food, my mom wasn’t too

into cooking, so it was pretty casual meat and potatoes, standard fare.

LTP: Having grown up in Encinitas, what are some of your fondest early memories of the town back then?

Tony: It was great growing up in the 60s and 70s. There was a lot of freedom to run around town and hang out with friends. Encinitas was known as the Flower Capitol of the World then, so greenhouses were everywhere. The Ecke Ranch was selling poinsettias around the world. Surfing was taking over the town with Hansen’s and Sunset Surfboards. Those were some heady times.

LTP: What were your local hangouts?

Tony: I spent a lot of time at Ecke Field during my Little League baseball days. I could get there by crossing under the freeway

in a 48-inch storm drainpipe. There were summers at the beach, usually Stonesteps or Moonlight. Eventually, my dad put me to work at the softball fields on Lake Drive, where I was the Umpire in Chief of the men’s slow-pitch softball league.

LTP: As a surfer and football player, what local restaurants did you frequent to feed your growing appetite?

Tony: I loved my trips to Besta Wan pizza and was a regular at all the fast food restaurants, sorry to say. I also ate way too many doughnuts from VG’s.

LTP: What role did music play in your early years? Do any local concerts stand out in your memory?

Tony: Music was always a big part of my life but also a source of some tension. My dad was part of a barbershop quartet and didn’t much care for rock music. I would go to sleep at night to music on my radio, and when my parents got tired of coming upstairs to turn it off, they bought me a new-fangled clock radio that would shut itself off after 30 minutes. I always had it tuned to KCBQ.

I didn’t get to attend many concerts, but I remember my first was to see Lynyrd Skynyrd at the Sports Arena. I went with my good friend Tom Field and his big brother Dan, who was a regular user of smokeless tobacco.

He gave me a pinch of his Copenhagen at the concert, and it didn’t end well.

LTP: I’d like you to please take me down your professional road to becom-

ing mayor of your hometown.

Tony: After graduating from San Dieguito in 1977, I headed to Palomar. I decided to see if I could make the Comets football team and did, playing for two years. That helped me get admitted to Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, and my major was graphic communications, which is what I made my career.

One important side trip was enlisting in the Alaska Army National Guard, where I received training as an air traffic controller. I met my wife after my National Guard training, a long-time local, Cynthia Blodgett.

We have been married for 38 years and have three kids and five grandkids. It’s a wonderful life.

LTP: With Encinitas having become somewhat of a foodie destination, what are some of your favorite new eating spots?

Tony: It’s hard to pick a favorite, but if I had to, it’s probably the Bier Garden. Great people work there, and the food is always tasty — plus plenty of good beers.

LTP: How about old standbys?

Tony: Besta Wan is still delicious, and I eat dinner at Cap’n Keno’s now and again. Juanita’s rolled taco plate is always easy to digest.

TONY KRANZ, mayor of Encinitas, shares his Leucadia memories with Lick the Plate. Photo by David Boylan

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LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE CITY COUNCIL

Housing and Community Development Activities

FY 2023-24 Funding Recommendations

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504 REHABILITATION ACT OF 1973 AND TITLE VI, THIS AGENCY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PUBLIC ENTITY AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, ETHNIC ORIGIN, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, RELIGION, VETERANS STATUS OR PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITY IN EMPLOYMENT OR THE PROVISION OF SERVICE. IF YOU REQUIRE SPECIAL ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (760) 633-2601 AT LEAST 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING. PARA ASISTENCIA EN ESPAÑOL, POR FAVOR LLAME AL (760) 943-2150.

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Please be advised that the City of Carlsbad is considering text amendments to its Local Coastal Program (LCP) as summarized below. This amendment is being proposed by City of Carlsbad and is currently under review. This notice hereby opens a six week review period after which the Planning Commission and City Council will consider all comments and act on the proposed amendment. The Planning Commission hearing is expected to take place in March 15, 2023, and will be duly noticed. The City Council hearing is expected to take place in May 9, 2023, and will be duly noticed.

Copies of the LCP amendment are available for review at the following locations: (1) Carlsbad Planning Division, 1635 Faraday Avenue; (2) City Clerk’s Office, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive; (3) Carlsbad Main Library, 1775 Dove Lane; (4) Georgina Cole Library, 1250 Carlsbad Village Drive; and (5) the California Coastal Commission, 7575 Metropolitan Drive, Suite 103, San Diego, CA 92108-4402

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The proposal is a city-initiated amendment to the Zone Code and Local Coastal Program consisting of amendments to the city’s regulations for accessory dwelling units to reflect state-mandated changes provided under Government Code Sections 65852.2 and 65852.22 that went into effect January 1, 2023 (Senate Bill 897, Assembly Bill 2221).

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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: $252,039.91 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 102199-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 102199-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) 4777869 CLEAR RECON CORP 8880 Rio San Diego Drive, Suite 725 San Diego, California 92108 STOX 936953_102199CA 02/24/2023, 03/03/2023, 03/10/2023 CN 27374

M-455.02 APN: 166-183-7100 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED AUGUST 1, 2003. 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. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the real property situated in the County of San Diego, State of California, commonly known as 1365 Laughton Way, Vista, California 92083, bearing assessor’s parcel number APN: 166-183-71-00 and legally described as set forth in Exhibit A EXHIBIT “A” PARCEL A: THOSE PORTIONS OF PARCELS “A” AND “B” OF PARCEL MAP NO. 15648, IN THE CITY OF VISTA, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY, APRIL 24, 1989 AS FILE/PAGE NO. 89-211785 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF PARCEL “B”; THENCE

WESTERLY ALONG THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF SAID PARCEL “B” SOUTH 87°50’55’’ WEST, 187.00 FEET (RECORD SOUTH 87°50’55’’ WEST, 187.02 FEET) TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER THEREOF; THENCE NORTHERLY ALONG THE WESTERLY LINE OF SAID PARCELS “A” AND “B” NORTH 0°01’02’’ WEST (RECORD NORTH 0°00’56’’ EAST, 119.91 FEET); THENCE EASTERLY ALONG A LINE PARALLEL WITH THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID PARCEL “A”, NORTH 89°51’38’’ EAST (RECORD NORTH 89°57’05’’ EAST), 186.86 FEET TO THE EASTERLY LINE OF SAID PARCEL “B”; THENCE SOUTHERLY ALONG SAID EASTERLY LINE, SOUTH 0°01’11’’ EAST (RECORD SOUTH 0°00’56’’ WEST), 113.34 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. PARCEL B: AS EASEMENT AND RIGHT OF WAY FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS, ROAD AND UTILITY PURPOSES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ELECTRIC POWER, TELEPHONE, GAS, WATER, SEWER AND CABLE TELEVISION LINES AND APPURTENANCES THERETO, OVER, UNDER, ALONG AND ACROSS THAT PORTION OF PARCEL 2 OF PARCEL MAP NO. 6053, IN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY, JUNE 16, 1977 AS FILE/PAGE NO. 77-238747 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS, DELINEATED AND DESIGNATED AS “PROPOSED 40 FOOT PRIVATE ROAD AND UTILITY EASEMENT”, “PROPOSED 30 FOOT PRIVATE ROAD EASEMENT” AND “PROPOSED PRIVATE ROAD EASEMENT” ON SAID PARCEL MAP.

ASSESSORS PARCEL NO.: 166-183-71, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, will be sold at public auction at the entrance to the East County Regional Center by the statue, 250 E. Main Street, El Cajon, CA 92020 at 10:30 am on Monday, March 13, 2023, to secure obligations in favor of Rosalva Chaidez De Marmolejo, a widow, as

beneficiary, describing the land therein, in the amount of $475,634.42, including the total amount of the unpaid principal, taxes, advances, interest, late charges, trustee’s fees and charges, attorneys’ fees and charges incurred, posting, publication and recording fees, and reasonably estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. The real property subject to the deed of trust and which will be sold as provided herein is described in that deed of trust dated August 1, 2003, executed by Michael Piancone, as Trustee of the Piancone 1988 Revocable Living Trust dated January 22, 1988, as Trustor to secure obligations in favor of Rosalva Chaidez De Marmolejo, a widow, as Beneficiary, and recorded on August 29, 2003 as instrument number 20031060599 in the Official Records of the County Recorder of San Diego County, California.

The undersigned trustee was appointed and substituted as trustee under the deed of trust by that substitution of trustee recorded November 14, 2022 as instrument number 2022-0434869 in the Official Records of the County Recorder of San Diego County, California, and executed by said Beneficiary. The Notice of Default and Election to Sell the described real property under the deed of trust was recorded on November 14, 2022 as instrument number 20220434870 in the official records of the County Recorder of San Diego County, California.

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

IF YOU WISH TO LEARN WHETHER YOUR SALE DATE HAS BEEN POSTPONED, AND, IF APPLICABLE, THE RESCHEDULED TIME AND DATE FOR THE SALE OF THE PROPERTY, YOU MAY CALL (818) 346-7300, USING THE FILE NUMBER ASSIGNED TO THIS CASE, M455.02. 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. 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 (818) 3467300, USING THE FILE NUMBER ASSIGNED TO THIS CASE [M455.02] 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

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OR APPROPRIATE REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL IMMEDIATELY FOR ADVICE REGARDING THIS POTENTIAL RIGHT TO PURCHASE. The sale is conducted at the request of said Beneficiary whose address is in care of Foreclosure Services Company, 15303 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 1650, Sherman Oaks, California 91403, telephone number (818) 346-7300. Directions to the property may be obtained by submitting a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the first publication of this notice. The name, address, and telephone number of the Trustee are: Foreclosure Services Company, as Trustee 15303 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 1650 Sherman Oaks, California 91403 Telephone No: (818) 3467300 Attention: Stephen M. Fenster, Esq. DATED: February 14, 2023 Foreclosure Services Company, as Trustee By: Howard J. Ettinger, Its Vice President STOX M-455.02 02/17/2023, 02/24/2023, 03/03/2023 CN 27367

T.S. No. 22002533-1 CA APN: 265-452-15-00 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 08/15/2005.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: ALI SHAPOURI AND LAURA AMANDA

SHAPOURI, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS COMMUNITY

PROPERTY Duly Appointed

Trustee: ZBS Law, LLP Deed of

Trust Recorded on 08/22/2005, as Instrument No. 2005-0719393 of Official Records of San Diego County, California; Date of Sale: 03/15/2023 at 10:30 AM

Place of Sale: At the entrance to the East County Regional Center by the statue, 250 E. Main Street El Cajon, CA 92020

Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges:

$434,388.47 Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt owed. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 7759 VIA

ZAFIRO RANCHO SANTA FE, CA

designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY

OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 866266-7512 or visit this Internet Web site www.elitepostandpub. com using the file number assigned to this case 220025331 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: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 866-266-7512 or visit this Internet Web site www. elitepostandpub.com using the file number assigned to this case 22002533-1 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.

Dated: 02/08/2023 ZBS Law, LLP, as Trustee 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450

, Irvine, CA 92606 For NonAutomated Sale Information, call: (714) 848-7920 For Sale

Information: 866-266-7512 or www.elitepostandpub.com

Michael Busby, Trustee Sale Officer This office is enforcing a security interest of your creditor. To the extent that your obligation has been discharged by a bankruptcy court or is subject to an automatic stay of a bankruptcy, this notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a demand for payment or any attempt to collect such obligation. EPP 36474 Pub

Dates 02/17, 02/24, 03/03/2023

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T.S. No. 22001107-1 CA APN:

216-160-03-00 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 06/21/2006.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: ANDRE WILLIAMS, A MARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Duly Appointed Trustee: ZBS Law, LLP Deed of Trust Recorded on 06/30/2006, as Instrument No. 2006-0465544 of Official Records of San Diego County, California; Date of Sale: 03/10/2023 at 09:00 AM Place of Sale: Entrance of the East County Regional Center, East County Regional Center, 250 E. Main Street, El Cajon, CA 92020 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges:

$1,889,585.86 Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt owed. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 2408 LA COSTA AVENUE CARLSBAD, CA 92009 Described as follows: As more fully described on said Deed of Trust. A.P.N #.: 216160-03-00 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above.

If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE

TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding

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

NOTICE TO PROPERTY

OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (855) 9763916 or visit this Internet Web site www.auction.com using the file number assigned to this case 22001107-1 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: 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) 976-3916 or visit this Internet Web site https://tracker.auction.com/ sb1079 using the file number assigned to this case 220011071 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.

Dated: 02/09/2023 ZBS Law, LLP, as Trustee 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450 , Irvine, CA 92606 For Non-Automated Sale Information, call: (714) 848-7920 For Sale Information: (855) 976-3916 or www.auction. com Ryan Bradford, Trustee Sale Officer This office is enforcing a security interest of your creditor. To the extent that your obligation has been discharged by a bankruptcy court or is subject to an automatic stay of a bankruptcy, this notice is for informational purposes only and does not

CITY OF ENCINITAS

PUBLIC NOTICE OF ORDINANCE INTRODUCTION

ORDINANCE NO. 2023-02

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Encinitas has introduced Ordinance No. 2023-02 titled “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Encinitas amending Chapter 11.08 (Smoking) of the Encinitas Municipal Code to establish a citywide ban on smoking in public places, and repealing Chapter 11.09 (Smoking Prohibited in Beaches, Parks, Trails, and Outdoor/Patio Dining Areas of Eating Establishments) of the Encinitas Municipal Code. CASE NUMBER: PLCY-005913-2023; CITYWIDE.”

Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-02 was developed by staff, in consultation with the City Attorney, and includes the following key provisions, summarized below:

A. Smoking is prohibited in the following locations:

1. Public places

2. Places of employment

3. Any area within 20 feet of a public place, except private residential property

B. Smoking is permitted in the following locations:

1. Private property, including private residential property

2. In up to 20 percent of guest rooms in any hotel or motel

3. Within a motor vehicle that is actively being driven C. No person shall dispose of any Smoking waste except in specific receptacles designated for Smoking waste.

Ordinance No. 2023-02 was introduced at the Regular City Council meeting held on February 15, 2023, by the following vote: AYES: Blackwell, Ehlers, Lyndes; NAYS: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: Hinze and Kranz. The City Council will consider the adoption of this Ordinance at the March 8, 2023, Regular City Council meeting commencing at 6:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers, 505 South Vulcan Avenue. The Ordinance is on file in the office of the City Clerk, 505 South Vulcan Avenue and may be viewed between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act/Section 504 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title VI, this agency is an equal opportunity public entity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status or physical or mental disability in employment or the provision of service. If you require special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 760-633-2601 at least 72 hours prior to the meeting.

/Kathy Hollywood, City Clerk

constitute a demand for payment or any attempt to collect such obligation. EPP

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

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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

of the East County Regional Center, 250 E. Main Street, El Cajon, CA 92020 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,074,889.31 The purported property address is: 773 CALLE DE SOTO, SAN MARCOS, CA 92078 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 220-430-08-00 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

OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website http:// www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-14-618023-JP. 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

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information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO

TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 800-280-2832, or visit this internet website http:// www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA14-618023-JP to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase.

NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE

OWNER-OCCUPANT: Any prospective owner-occupant as defined in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who is the last and highest bidder at the trustee’s sale shall provide the required affidavit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee’s sale or shall have it delivered to QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION by 5 p.m. on the next business day following the trustee’s sale at the address set forth in the below signature block. 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: 800-280-2832 Or Login to:

http://www.qualityloan.com

Reinstatement Line: (866) 6457711 Ext 5318 QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION . TS

No.: CA-14-618023-JP IDSPub

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Notice of Self Storage Sale

Please take notice SecureSpace

Self Storage Vista located at 220 Huff St, Vista, CA 92083

intends to hold an auction to sell the goods stored by the following tenants at the storage facility. The sale will occur as an online auction via www.storagetreasures.com on 3/16/2023 at 2:30pm. Unless stated otherwise the description of the contents are household goods and furnishings. Brian Jackson; Ted Lazich. All property is being stored at the above self-storage facility. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. See manager for details.

02/24, 03/03/2023 CN 27373

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

CASE# 37-202300005674-CU-PT-NC TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS:

Petitioner(s): Belen Aquino filed a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: a. Present name: Belen Aquino aka Belen Aquino Diaz change to proposed name: Belen Elizabeht Aquino Diaz 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 March 28, 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.

CITY

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 2.18 - CARLSBAD ARTS COMMISSION

TO BE CONSISTENT WITH CHAPTER 1.20 -MEETINGS AND CHAPTER 2.15 - BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

WHEREAS, in 1985 the City Council adopted Ordinance 1279 amending the Carlsbad Municipal Code by adding Chapter 2.18 creating the Carlsbad Arts Commission; and

WHEREAS, in 2018 the City Council adopted Ordinance CS-329 amending Carlsbad Municipal Code Chapter 1.20 - Meetings in order to establish consistent rules and procedures for meetings of the City Council as well as city boards and commissions; and

WHEREAS, in 2018 the City Council adopted Ordinance CS-337 amending the Carlsbad Municipal Code by adding Chapter 2.15 - Boards and Commissions in order to create a uniform set of rules and procedures applicable to all city boards and commissions; and

WHEREAS, amendments to Chapter 2.18 are necessary to resolve inconsistencies with the provisions of Carlsbad Municipal Code Chapters 1.20 and 2.15.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, ordains as follows:

1. The above recitations are true and correct.

2. That Chapter 2.18 is amended to read as follows: Chapter 2.18

CARLSBAD ARTS COMMISSION

$500,000.00, involving any publicly owned, leased, or operated facility including any plant, building, structure, utility system, real property, streets and highways, or other public work improvement.

2. Street or streetscape improvement projects other than street repair or reconstruction. In the case of streetscape and rightof-way enhancement projects, streetscape means an improvement to a public right-of-way, including a sidewalk, tree, light fixture, sign, and furniture. Some funding sources, such as sources restricted to “transportation purposes” or “direct construction costs” may prohibit formula-based expenditures for art. Thus, 1% for art will not be collected from those sources. However, the City Council may provide funding for public art for street or streetscape improvements from general fund revenues on a case-by-case basis.

3. In the case of a publicly owned utility system, “construction project” shall include only the construction, erection, and improvement, of dams, reservoirs and power plants.

D. For the purposes of the Art in Public Places Program, “construction project” does not mean any of the following maintenance work:

1. Routine, recurring, and usual work for the preservation or protection of any publicly owned or publicly operated facility (see Section 2.18.110(C)(1)) for its intended purposes.

2. Resurfacing of streets and highways.

3. Landscape maintenance, including mowing, watering, trimming, pruning, planting, replacement of plants, and servicing of irrigation and sprinkler systems.

4. Work performed to keep, operate, and maintain publicly owned water, power, or waste disposal systems, including, but not limited to, dams, reservoirs, and power plants.

Sections:

2.18.010 Created.

2.18.020 Purpose.

2.18.030 Membership.

2.18.070 Staff liaison.

2.18.100 Powers and duties generally.

2.18.110 Appropriations for arts.

2.18.120 Selection and placement of works of art.

2.18.130 No delegation of legislative authority.

2.18.010 Created.

The Carlsbad Arts Commission is created as an advisory body to the City Council.

2.18.020 Purpose.

The purpose of the Carlsbad Arts Commission is to advise the City Council on arts and culture related matters and implementation of the arts element of the Carlsbad General Plan.

2.18.030 Membership. The Carlsbad Arts Commission shall consist of seven members on staggered terms appointed pursuant to Section 2.15.050(B).

2.18.100 Powers and duties generally. The Carlsbad Arts Commission shall:

A. Encourage and advocate for the arts.

B. Provide assistance and guidance to the Cultural Arts Office regarding arts programming, public art and arts-related educational programming.

C. Make recommendations to the City Council regarding policies related to arts programming, public art and arts-related educational programming.

D. Provide a forum for citizen concerns regarding art issues.

E. Provide financial assistance whenever feasible to groups or individuals who provide public arts programming to the citizens.

F. Make recommendations to the City Council for the planning and development of new or augmented arts facilities as may be needed.

G. Make recommendations to the City Council regarding all works of art to be acquired by the city, either by purchase, gift or otherwise, and their proposed locations.

H. Make recommendations to the City Council regarding the conservation, restoration, relocation or disposition of works of art in the city’s possession.

I. Determine a method or methods of recommending the selection and commissioning of artists with respect to the design, execution and placement of works of art for which appropriations have been made, and pursuant to such method or methods, recommend to the City Council selection of artists by contract for such purposes.

2.18.110 Appropriations for arts.

A. All city departments shall include in all estimates of necessary expenditures and all requests for authorizations or appropriations for construction projects, an amount for works of art equal to at least one percent of the total cost of any such construction project as estimated in the city’s capital improvement program for the year in which such estimate or request is made. If there are legal restrictions on the source of funding with respect to any particular project which precludes art as an object of expenditure of funds, the amount of funds so restricted shall be excluded from the total project cost in making the required estimate.

B. The City Council may make appropriations for works of art in connection with construction projects as provided in this chapter.

C. “Construction project” means any of the following:

1. Construction, reconstruction, or renovation in excess of

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: 02/09/2023

Brad A. Weinreb Judge of the Superior Court. 02/17, 02/24, 03/03, 03/10/2023

CN 27357

PUBLIC NOTICE January 5 2023

TAKE NOTICE THAT; anyone with an equal, prior or superior equitable or legal right or interest in/to/for/of the Title:

HABIG, JAMIE JEFFREY or JAMIE JEFFREY HABIG or LANDSDALE, JAMIE

E. Annually, the Administrative Services branch of the City of Carlsbad will verify the 1% for public art allocation for all eligible capital improvement program projects has been included in the budgeted amounts for City Council approval. As an alternative, where funding for eligible projects is restricted and cannot be used for public art, the City Council may appropriate 1% for art funding from the General Capital Construction Fund or the General Fund. The funds for art allocations may be used for projects located at the direct site of the capital improvement program project, or pooled for other future public art projects identified by the Cultural Arts Manager and Carlsbad Arts Commission. The park in lieu fee funded 1% for art allocations must be used for artwork at a park within the same quadrant where the fee was paid.

F. Any funds realized from the disposition of objects in the city’s Art in Public Places collection shall be used for the benefit of the city’s Art in Public Places collection; specifically, for the purposes of acquiring, restoring and refurbishing public art. Notwithstanding the preceding sentence, the City Council shall have the discretion to appropriate any funds realized from the disposition of objects in the city’s Art in Public Places collection for other purposes.

2.18.120 Selection and placement of works of art.

A. The selection of artists, commissioning of artworks, acceptance of donated artworks, and placement of works of art shall be governed by the Art in Public Places Program as developed and adopted by the Carlsbad Arts Commission and the City Council.

B. The Carlsbad Arts Commission shall have the power to promulgate and adopt rules and regulations pertaining to the Art in Public Places Program.

2.18.130 No delegation of legislative authority. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as restricting any of the powers of the City Council, or as a delegation to the Carlsbad Arts 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 requires the establishment of a Carlsbad Arts Commission to act in a purely advisory capacity to the City Council for the purposes enumerated in this chapter. Any power herein delegated to the Carlsbad Arts Commission to adopt rules and regulations shall not be construed as a delegation of legislative authority but purely a delegation of administrative authority.

EFFECTIVE DATE: This ordinance shall be effective thirty days after its adoption; and the City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this ordinance and cause the full text of the ordinance or a summary of the ordinance prepared by the City Attorney to be published at least once in a newspaper of general circulation in the City of Carlsbad within fifteen days after its adoption.

INTRODUCED AND FIRST READ at a Regular Meeting of the Carlsbad City Council on the 7th day of February, 2023, and thereafter PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Carlsbad on the 14th day of February, 2023, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES: Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Burkholder.

NAYS: None.

ABSTAIN: None.

ABSENT: None.

PUBLISH DATE: Feb. 24, 2023

City of Carlsbad | City Council

JEFFREY or JAMIE JEFFREY LANDSDALE in any style variation thereof capable to confuse, suspend or clog said

Title, right or interest in/to/for Title is HEREBY REQUESTED to present their claim to witness: Jamie Habig, 338 Avenida Descanso unit 2 Oceanside, California,( 92057) before expiration of thirty days of this publication. 02/17, 02/24, 03/03, 03/10/2023 CN 27353 PUBLIC NOTICE February 3, 2023

TAKE NOTICE THAT; anyone

with an equal, prior or superior equitable or legal right or interest in/to/for/of the Title:

SCHARRINGHAUSEN, REGINA STAR or REGINA STAR SCHARRINGHAUSEN or HABIG, REGINA STAR or REGINA STAR HABIG in any style variation thereof capable to confuse, suspend or clog said Title, right or interest in/to/for Title is HEREBY REQUESTED to present their claim to witness: Regina Habig 338 Avenida Descanso unit 2 Oceanside, California,( 92057) before expiration of thirty days of this publication.

02/24/2023 CN 27369

CN 27352

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

CASE# 37-202300004879-CU-PT-NC TO

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PUBLIC NOTICE

February 3, 2023

TAKE NOTICE THAT; anyone with an equal, prior or superior equitable or legal right or interest in/to/for/of the Title: SCHARRINGHAUSEN, REGINA STAR or REGINA STAR SCHARRINGHAUSEN or HABIG, REGINA STAR or REGINA STAR HABIG in any style variation thereof capable to confuse, suspend or clog said Title, right or interest in/to/for Title is HEREBY REQUESTED to present their claim to witness: Regina Habig 338 Avenida Descanso unit 2 Oceanside, California,( 92057) before expiration of thirty days of this publication. 02/10, 02/17, 02/24, 03/03/2023 CN 27334

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Ann Gates change to proposed name: Vicki Ann Barbolak

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 March 21, 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.

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 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: 02/03/2023

Brad A. Weinreb Judge of the Superior Court. 02/10, 02/17, 02/24, 03/03/2023 CN 27332

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE# 37-202300004588-CU-PT-NC TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS:

Petitioner(s): Melanie Ann Hutchinson filed a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: a.

Present name: Brixton Harlan Hutchinson change to proposed name: Brixton Harlan Upstone; b. Present name: Melanie Ann Hutchinson change to proposed name: Melanie Ann Upstone 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 March 21, 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

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: 02/02/2023

Brad A. Weinreb

Judge of the Superior Court. 02/10, 02/17, 02/24, 03/03/2023

CN 27329

SUMMONS Cross-Complaint (CITACION JUDICIAL–CONTRADEMANDA) NOTICE TO CROSSDEFENDANT: (AVISO AL CONTRA-DEMANDADO):

JOHN W. JELKS, JR.; CRAIG KATCHEN AND ROES 1-25 YOU ARE BEING SUED BY CROSS-COMPLAINANT: (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL CONTRADEMANDANTE): KYLE THOMPSON 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 cross-complainant. 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.

Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por esqrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al contrademandante. 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 oniéndose 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):

Hall of Justice Courthouse

330 W. Broadway San Diego CA 92101

SHORT NAME OF CASE (from Complaint): (Nombre de Caso): Waddell vs Jelks; Thompson.

CASE NUMBER: (Número del Caso): 37-2021-00040136-CUOR-NC

The name, address, and telephone number of crosscomplainant’s attorney, or cross-complainant without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del contrademandante, o del contrademandante que no tiene abogado, es):

Tanner D. Brink

1350 Treat Blvd., Ste 105 Walnut Creek CA 94597

Telephone: 925.433.5448

Date: (Fecha), 11/15/2021

Clerk by (Secretario), C. Terriquez

Deputy (Adjunto)

NOTICE TO THE PERSON

SERVED: You are served as an individual cross-defendant. 02/10, 02/17, 02/24, 03/03/2023

CN 27328

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

CASE# 37-202300003000-CU-PT-CTL TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS:

Petitioner(s): Stephanie Lorraine Goff filed a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows:

a. Present name: Stephanie Lorraine Goff change to proposed name: Stephanie Lorraine Santana 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 March 09, 2023 at 8:30 a.m., in Dept. C-61 of the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego, 330 W. Broadway, San Diego CA 92101 Central Division, Hall of Justice. 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: 01/24/2023

Michael T Smyth Judge of the Superior Court 02/03, 02/10, 02/17, 02/24/2023

ORDER

00002544-CU-PT-NC

TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS:

Petitioner(s): Suzan M. Kelly and John R. Kelly filed a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: a. Present name:

Kaeden William Kelly change to proposed name: Bear Kaeden

William Kelly

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 March 07, 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.

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FEB. 24

SERAPHOUR

All-female vocal quartet dedicated to the preservation and proliferation of the sacred canon. $20, 7:30 p.m. at Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Dr, Encinitas.

O’SIDE FILM FESTIVAL

The Oceanside International Film Festival continues at The Brooks Theatre, 217 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside.

WOOD: A FURNITURE SHOW

Escondido Arts Partnership presents “A Furniture Show XIII.” 5 p.m. at Escondido Arts Partnership, 100 E Grand Ave, Escondido.

NERD COMEDY NIGHT

Clever comedy and a smart audience make this Carlsbad tradition one-of-akind. $15, 7 p.m. at Harding Community Center, 3096 Harding St, Carlsbad.

CIRCASONIC

Live Entertainment. 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. Feb. 24 at Mr. Peabody’s Bar and Grill, 136 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas.

FUN ANIMAL FRIDAY

Join us onsite for Fun Animal Friday with Zovargo. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Feb. 24 at San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum, 320 N Broadway, Escondido.

FEB. 25

SAMUEL C. SPITALE

Samuel C. Spitale, author of “How to Win the War on Truth,” in conversation, reading and signing. 2 p.m. at Barnes & Noble, 1040 N El Camino Real, Encinitas.

O’SIDE FILM FESTIVAL

The Oceanside International Film Festival concludes at The Brooks Theatre, 217 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside.

THE TAYLOR PARTY Taylor Swift Night. 21

and older. 8 p.m. at Music Box, 1137 India Street, San Diego.

ENCINITAS SENIOR EXPO

The Senior Expo is for people who will be retiring soon, those that are retired, and children of aging individuals that are looking for options for their parents. 9 a.m. at Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr, Encinitas.

YOUNG SCIENTISTS

Explore topics like engineering, physics and more in four-week sessions designed for ages 3–5 with accompanying adult. 9 a.m. at Fleet Science Center, 1875 El Prado, San Diego.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Black comics, books, video games, STEM and pop culture. 5 p.m. at MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Dr, Oceanside.

OOLONG GALLERY EXHIBIT

A painting & sculpture exhibition featuring Austrian contemporary master, Markus Bacher, and rising star sculptor Claire Chambless of CalArts. 5 p.m. at Oolong Gallery, 349 US-101, Solana Beach.

HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS

Join the Globetrotters as they go head-to-head against the Washington Generals. 7 p.m. at Pechanga Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego.

WALK FOR ANIMALS

A walk in North County to raise money for the San Diego Humane Society. 7 a.m. at Kit Carson Park, 3333 Bear Valley Pkwy S, Escondido.

FERMENTING VEGGIES

Learn how to make probiotic-rich, gut healthy fermented vegetables. Includes your own take-home jar of sauerkraut. 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Feb. 25 at Young Medicine, 4403 Manchester Ave, Encinitas.

FEB. 26

NAVIGATING PROP 19

Navigating California Proposition 19: The pros, cons and benefits for those 55 and older. Free10 to 11:30 a.m. Feb. 26 at Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr, Encinitas.

MAKING HAMANTASCHEN

Learn to bake Haman-

taschen, an Ashkenazi Jewish triangular filled-pocket pastry, associated with the Jewish holiday of Purim. Registration required. 2 to 4 p.m. Feb. 26 at Chabad Jewish Center Oceanside/ Vista, 1930 Sunset Dr, Vista.

MOVE & MIMOSAS

Head to Lakehouse on Sunday, Feb. 26, for a 45 minute workout and meditation class led by MUV Meditations, followed by mimosas by the pool and lunch at The Grill. 11 a.m. at Lakehouse Hotel and Golf Resort, 1025 La Bonita Dr, San Marcos.

BLACK WOMEN IN WEST

Panel discussion and art on struggles and triumphs of African American women on frontier. RSVP, Free. 2 to 4 p.m. Feb. 26 at Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside.

DA VINCI’S NOTEBOOKS

The Notebooks of Leonardi da Vinci” is a genre-busting play shaped entirely from the master painter’s own notebooks. A cast of chameleon-like actors takes us on a journey

through da Vinci’s mind as he considers everything from math and engineering to philosophy and love. 5 p.m. at Old Globe Theatre, 1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego.

JAZZ EVENSONG

A blend of jazz rooted in the context of Anglican meditation and prayer. 4 p.m. at St. Michael’s-by-theSea Episcopal Church, 2775 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad.

‘ELEANOR’

Eleanor shares bittersweet memories of romance politics, and infidelity. 7:30 p.m. at Vista Broadway Theater, 340 E Broadway, Vista.

FEB. 27

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Black comics, books, video games, STEM and pop culture. 5 p.m. at MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Dr, Oceanside.

MEDIA ARTS COMPLEX

Groundbreaking ceremony to mark the start of construction for the new Media Arts Complex at the Oceanside campus. 1 p.m. at MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Dr, Oceanside.

FEB. 28

MUSEUM MONTH

Get passes at Escondido Library for half-price admission during the month of February at over 60 museums in the San Diego area. 5 p.m. at Escondido Public Library, 239 S Kalmia St, Escondido.

GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY

Ronald Gilmore present “Hands On Ireland,” a discussion of Irish genealogical records. 10 to 11:30 a.m. Feb. 28 at Faraday Administration Building, 1635 Faraday Ave, Carlsbad.

NARCAN TRAINING

Narcan Training and Distribution Event to learn how to administer Narcan in the event of opioid over exposure. Free. 2 to 2:30

p.m. Feb. 28 at MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Dr, Oceanside.

THEATER CLASSES

New Village Arts Theater offers a host of acting classes beginning in January for all ages. 5 p.m. at New Village Arts Theatre, 2787 State St, Carlsbad.

MASTER SHAKESPEARE

This performance-based acting class offers students an advanced approach at mastering the works of William Shakespeare. 4:30 to 6 p.m. Feb. 28 at New Village Arts Theatre, 2787 State St, Carlsbad.

SENIORS FREE IN FEB.

All guests ages 65 and older are invited to visit the San Diego Zoo Safari Park for free during February. 5 p.m. at San Diego Zoo Safari Park, 15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido.

MARCH 1

CARLSBAD NEWCOMERS

Sally Buffington will speak on her book, “A Place Like This.” 9:45 a.m. at Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine Ave, Carlsbad.

LADYSMITH

BLACK MAMBAZO

Ticket $37 advanced/ $40 day of show/$65 reserved loft seating (available over the phone or in person at out box office). 8 p.m. at Belly Up, 143 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach.

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT

Paul Dawson will present “Your North County Parkinsons Support Group Scholarship Program.” 1 to 3 p.m. Mar. 1 at Christ Presbyterian Church, 7807 Centella St, Carlsbad.

HAPPY HOUR & CHESS

Play chess, cards and backgammon (bring your boards & sets - some chess boards available). 5:30 to 8 p.m. Mar. 1 at Sammy's Del

THE FLAMING LIPS, winners of three Grammy Awards, perform March 6 at The Sound at the Del Mar Fairgrounds Courtesy photo

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tached to Nada with a great selection of fresh pantry staples was so exciting. I especially appreciate the curated superfood wall of health food supplements. The disinfected jars they provide are great, and I can bring my collection of jars in and know they will be put to good use.

“A bulk refill store in the neighborhood is important to support the ethos of sustainability I emulate in my profession, where I spend my money, how I want to live on this planet, and how I show up in the world.”

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of the city’s utility undergrounding project.

Del Mar completed the first phase of its undergrounding project at Tewa/10th Street earlier this month, removing over 1,000 feet of overhead wiring and 10 utility poles.

Public Works Director Joe Bride said at the workshop that the city aims to start the second phase at Stratford South in early 2024 and the third phase at Crest Canyon in late 2024.

Other priorities

Del Mar residents can also expect the city to begin discussing a building electrification ordinance in the next two fiscal years. Such an ordinance, already adopted in surrounding cities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, would set development standards prohibiting gas power in new buildings.

City staff presented a building electrification ordinance as a Tier 3 item, which is generally not mandated and subject to most council discretion. Worden pushed back on this categorization, saying it should be at least in Tier 2, especially compared to other Tier 2 items like tree management and street repairs.

“We haven’t declared a tree crisis, we haven't declared a crisis in the maintenance of our

Luxury gym amenities at an affordable price

Chuze Fitness Encinitas offers the same amenities found at luxury gyms for a ridiculously lower price.

Affordability is something that Chuze Encinitas owner Rob Seiler Jr. has prioritized since he first opened the gym.

“People have been underserved and overcharged for too long,” Seiler said.

ent items, Katie Fletcher's Local Scopp (www. localscoopbulkfoods. com) makes a difference one customer at a time, and a ripple effect is waking consumers in droves.

“By shopping package-free, we can do our part in working towards a sustainable food system that supports the local economy and connects local communities with our food,” she said. With a Soul On Fire for reducing the plastics that go into our oceans and landfills, The Local Scoop and talking to Katie is a great place to start your sustainability journey. And it’s in our own backyard. Check it out!

streets — we as a council have adopted a resolution declaring a climate crisis," Worden said. “Our Climate Action Plan calls for us to reduce our emissions. About 30%, according to our [plan], come from residential and commercial buildings in our town. To put this into Tier 3 as ‘can be eliminated’ … is frankly kind of offensive to me.”

The city agreed to move the building electrification ordinance onto the Tier 2 list, and staff said they would begin working on it later in 2023.

At council members’ request, city staff will also bring forward an informational item regarding short-term rentals in the coming months as the city starts creating a new shortterm rental ordinance.

The city in January extended regulations allowing vacation rentals established before 2016 to operate without restrictions and banning all other new rentals. Jones said planning staff is expected to continue gathering data on these local rentals through June but that they can discuss an ordinance's direction before that time “as soon as the agenda schedule allows.”

“I think that would be good to set some policy direction,” Councilmember Dwight Worden said. “I think we should address that part of it sooner rather than later.”

Members can enjoy high quality and clean facilities, state-of-the-art machines and equipment, a turf area, wwwww led by seasoned instructors, non-judgmental staff, spa amenities and more without having to spend hundreds of dollars like they would at any other luxury gym.

In other words, members don’t have to be wealthy to experience all the luxurious amenities at Chuze Encinitas, something that the gym and its owner are passionate about.

“The passion is giving people the best we can give them for the lowest price,” Seiler said. “It’s great working in a business where you’re helping people to improve their lives.”

At Chuze Encinitas members don’t have to pay sky-high prices to work out on well-oiled and clean machines. The gym includes state-of-the-art and highly sanitized treadmills, a rowing machine, ellipticals, and more equipment that can help maximize its members’

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Brewery. Peters started at Belching Beaver in 2013 as a keg washer and volunteer brewer.

I’ve always loved seeing someone work their way up. Also, how does one volunteer to be a brewer? I have some free time…

• Nova has been named the Official Hard Kombucha of the San Diego Wave Fútbol Club. The multi-year partnership includes a limited-edition Wave FC Kombucha that will be available during the 2023 National Women’s Soccer League season starting March 25.

In addition to the exclusive Wave FC Kombucha beverage, Nova tasting rooms will serve as a watch party location for Wave FC away matches.

The Chula Vista-based brewery has a taproom in Ocean Beach, while all Nova kombuchas are served at their sister Novo Brewing locations in Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, National City, and Otay Ranch Mall. I should mention that I am ALL IN on the Wave.

I’d also like to know how to get an Official Hard Kombucha (not to mention beer, whiskey, wine, etc.) partner for the Cheers! column. Who do I talk to about that?

• My Yard Live Beer Co. in San Marcos recently posted an event update

workout routines.

Members also have access to the gym’s beautiful fitness room and classes led by experienced instructors who want to make the most out of group fitness. Most luxury gyms would be charging exorbitant prices for access to highly-trained instructors.

Meanwhile, Chuze Encinitas offers those same classes taught by the same level of experienced instructors at a far more affordable price. The gym’s turf training area also offers members access to thrilling exercises with agility ladders, pylo boxes, TRX straps, heavy balls, battle rope and more to help get those endorphins

in which they canceled an upcoming “Drag Brunch.”

The ticketed event was canceled, per the @ myyardlive Instagram account, due to reflection on the pub’s lack of clarity over the event.

My Yard Live continued on to proclaim that while most customer reactions were positive, there was also an outpouring of hate.

“…With that said, we are disappointed and deeply saddened by the amount of viciousness, hatred, and threats that we have seen over the last few days. MYL will not tolerate hate speech or threats of any kind in our establishment and will not welcome those who exhibit this behavior.

“MYL has always been and will continue to be open to ALL groups of kind, well intentioned people. We support the LGBTQ community and the cancellation of this event is in no way a reflection of our feelings towards them, but rather due to the disheartening hostility and threats we have seen surrounding this event.”

The post can be seen in full on the@myyardlive Instagram account.

Be inclusive. Be cool. Be better. Craft beer is for all.

*Yep. It is still a thing.

Don’t forget to follow Cheers! North County on Instagram.

than heating the surrounding air like in a traditional sauna. Chuze Encinitas members can enjoy benefits like better sleep, relaxation, body detoxification, weight loss, sore muscle relief, joint pain relief, clear and tighter skin and improved circulation with the infrared sauna.

Chuze Encinitas also has Therabody products like the Theragun Pro and Wave Roller. Normally members could expect to pay a lot more money for these amenities at a luxury gym, but Chuze Encinitas offers these products and more at a far lower price.

pumping.

In the spa area, Chuze Encinitas members can use the gym’s HydroMassage equipment to achieve temporary relief for minor aches and pains, relieve muscle soreness and tension, increase circulation in targeted areas of the body, reduce stress and anxiety, and enhance their overall feeling of wellbeing and deep relaxation. HydroMassage is a technique that uses water pressure to help alleviate muscle and soft tissue injuries caused by lower back pain, arthritis, chronic and acute pain, sports injuries and more.

The spa’s infrared sauna uses infrared lamps to warm the body directly rather

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name celebrity would be in the store. It was truly amazing. So much for a kid from a small town back in Ellwood City, Pennsylvania.

I headed south to the sleepy little beach town of Solana Beach after securing a job in my hometown friend’s waterbed store, one of eight. Chuck Gerson gave me a new start in a new town.

I began to DJ shortly after that and got my first real music break in May 1977 at a Solana Beach discotheque, The Distillery.

Discos were just starting to spring up. But when the movie “Saturday Night Fever” starring John Travolta was released later that year, dance floors were packed from coast to coast.

Those were the craziest times of my professional career, not to mention the most electric and fun.

Some of my best nights were spent in that nightclub — memories that can never be erased as I celebrate this magical 70th birthday.

Each Del Mar racing season brought more clubgoers and celebrities to The Distillery. And most nights, I controlled the lights and music.

During that time, the Steelers won back-to-back Super Bowls and the celebrity of the club was over the top. Stars vacationing in Del Mar for the summer were sure to come to The

Members can earn points through the gym’s rewards program by taking classes, referring a friend or even tweeting about Chuze Fitness. Those points can later be redeemed on retail gift cards, tech accessories, paid membership dues and more.

To top it all off, members are greeted by some of the friendliest, non-judgmental staff out there when they walk through the Chuze Encintias doors.

New members of Chuze Encinitas can start their free, seven-day trial of luxurious gym amenities today.

Chuze Encinitas is located at 455 Sante Fe Drive next to Vons. For more info or to start your free trial call (858) 727-1197 or visit www. chuzefitness.com/gym-locations/ca/encinitas.

Distillery at night.

It was one of the truly great and most perfectly designed nightclubs ever. It was beautiful.

Racing in the afternoon and drinking and dancing at night. We would always say it wasn’t the 43 days of racing at Del Mar that killed you, it was the 43 nights.

Every night was a party and I was the DJ. One of the best jobs I ever had. The party came to me every night and never disappointed.

Turning 70 allowed me to go back and reminisce about a decade that matched my age. It was a glorious time and one filled with fantastic music to play every night.

I’m blessed to experience the very best of times and blend my career with doing sports talk on the radio. My guests have been a who’s who of their sport, craft or profession.

Seventy never felt so good. So far, I’m 70 for 70.

THINK GREEN

KATIE FLETCHER is a whole-food enthusiast who studied public health and nutrition at Yale. Photo by Emily Brown

CHUZE FITNESS in Encinitas is focused on helping you set new habits. Members enjoy access to luxury amenities at a much lower price point than at other gyms. Courtesy photo

If every person takes one small step toward being more conscientious of the environment, the collective effort will change the planet.

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EDITORS: These horoscopes are for use the week of Feb. 27, 2023.

1. TELEVISION: Which cable TV series features a character named Don Draper?

2. MOVIES: What subject does Professor Minerva McGonagall teach at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry?

3. HISTORY: Where was civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. assassinated?

4. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Which president had a sign on his desk that read, “The Buck Stops Here”?

5. GEOGRAPHY: Where is the world’s largest desert?

6. LITERATURE: What is the real name of the author Lemony Snicket?

7. FOOD & DRINK: What is the fruit that gives the liqueur creme de cassis its flavor?

8. MUSIC: What inspired the Beatles’ song “Blackbird”?

9. CELEBRITIES: What is singer/actress Judy Garland’s birth name?

10. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What are squirrels’ nests called?

ARIES (March 21 to April 19)

Sometimes a setback gives you a chance to get a sharper perspective on the situation at hand. Your cheerful nature will help you override this temporary disappointment. What you learn from this pays off soon.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Be careful not to charge into something you don’t fully understand. Being asked to act on trust might be all right, as long as you can trust the one who asks.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A chance for romance beckons from someone you thought was far out of reach. But Cupid can always come up with a shortcut. How you respond to the situation determines how the relationship develops.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A career move seems more likely now than when you first considered it. Some of your plans will need readjusting as new facts emerge. Be careful that you don’t allow jealousy to create an unnecessary obstacle.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Your love for beautiful things is part of what makes you the fine feline you are. But a little caution is advisable for a while. Resist the urge to splurge until your money signs look a little better.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) A co-worker could be trying to undermine you. Resist the temptation to retaliate. Instead, keep careful records of what you do so that you’ll be ready to present a strong position when the time comes.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Family problems have been sim-

mering for a while and could soon boil over. Avoid taking sides. There are many facts you don’t know yet. Meanwhile, a business decision proves to be more complicated than you expected.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Cupid’s arrow can pierce hearts, but it can’t open tight lips. Only you can do that. That special someone you’ve been silently pining for all this time would love to hear you express those feelings.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Well-meaning friends might try to persuade you to give up on that project that seems to have hit a dead end. Someone will take notice, and your persistence will pay off.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) It’s one thing to make a difficult decision, but you also have to stick with it, despite any pressures to get you to change your mind. You need to reassure someone you care for that you can keep your commitments.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) This is a good time for you to remember to be good to yourself. A trip to a place that was once very special in your life reawakens many precious memories, and soon leads to making new ones.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20)

An old health problem flares up and needs attention. Also, a chilly reaction from a once-warm friend needs to be confronted. Set the record straight before it’s too late to save the friendship.

BORN THIS WEEK: You enjoy helping others. You have a taste for life’s luxuries and will take risks to get what you want. In matters of amour, you love deeply, and you expect your amorous intensity to be returned in kind.

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6. Daniel Handler. 7. Black currants. 8. Civil rights unrest in Little Rock, Arkansas, according to Paul McCartney. 9. Frances Ethel Gumm. 10. Dreys.

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MARCH 3

AMERICAN POWS

The Coronado Historical Association honors 50th anniversary of the return of the Vietnam POWs with a new exhibit, “Open Vietnam POWs Fifty Years of Freedom.” 5 p.m. at Coronado Historical Association, 1100 Orange Ave, Coronado.

VISTA GARDEN CLUB

Richard Reed presents

“Beyond Bananas, Novel Fruits for Southern California.” 1:45 p.m. at Gloria McClellan Vista Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista.

NERD COMEDY NIGHT

Clever comedy and a smart audience make this Carlsbad tradition one-of-akind. $15, 7 p.m. at Harding Community Center, 3096 Harding St, Carlsbad.

‘LUCKY STIFF’

A musical comedy by Ahrens and Flaherty. 5 p.m. at Oceanside Theatre Company, 217 N. Coast Hwy, Oceanside.

MARCH 4

ROTARY FUNDRAISER

Magician and longtime Rotarian, Paul Dwork, “the Merlin of Magic” performs. 7 p.m. at Carlsbad Cultural Arts Center, 3557 Monroe St, Carlsbad.

KIMCHI WORKSHOP

Kimchi is a Korean style of fermented vegetables. We will explore fermentation and teach you how to make it. 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Mar. 4 at Maya Moon Collective, 3349 Adams Ave, San Diego.

CARDIFF FARMERS MKT

The Cardiff Farmers Market, sponsored by The Cardiff 101 Mainstreet Association, will feature approximately 60+ vendors every week. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mar. 4 at MiraCosta San Elijo Campus, 3333 Manchester Ave, Encinitas.

IMAGINATION STATION

In Imagination Station, create a new show based on fun new characters. For ages 4-8. 9 to 10 a.m. Mar. 4 at New Village Arts Theatre, 2787 State St, Carlsbad.

THEATER CLASSES

New Village Arts Theatre is offering a host of acting classes through March. 5 p.m. at New Village Arts Theatre, 2787 State St, Carlsbad.

OFF TRACK GALLERY

An evening of visual art at Art Night Encinitas. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Mar. 4 at Off Track Gallery , 937 S Coast Highway 101, Encinitas.

NORTH COAST SYMPHONY

Organ Symphony. Free, 2:30 p.m. at San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas.

MARCH 5

OUR PLANET IN CONCERT

The landmark Emmy award-winning Netflix series that took the world by storm is now a live concert event. Our Planet Live in Concert combines breathtaking HD cinematography with all-new orchestrations by Oscar-winning composer Steven Price performed by a live onstage orchestra. Presented by San Diego Theatres. 7:30 p.m. at Balboa Theater, 868 4th Ave, San Diego.

BALBOA WALKING TOUR

Register for the Women’s Museum of California on first Sundays for the 60-minute, free Women of Balboa Park Walking Tour. 10 a.m. at Bea Evenson fountain, Balboa Park, 1549 El Prado, San Diego.

PRESERVATION HALL JAZZ

A nationwide tour to celebrate the Hall’s 60th anniversary. 5 and 8 p.m. at Belly Up, 160 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach.

JAZZ EVENSONG

A blend of jazz rooted in the context of Anglican meditation and prayer. 4 p.m. at St. Michael's-bythe-Sea Episcopal Church, 2775 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad.

NVA’S ‘THE FERRYMAN’

Tickets are on sale now for the New Village Arts presentation of “The Ferryman” with a cast of 21 actors, live animals onstage and more. 8 p.m. at New Village Arts Theatre, 2787

State St, Carlsbad.

MARCH 6

THE FLAMING LIPS

The Flaming Lips bring American indie rock to the stage. 8 p.m. at the Sound at the Del Mar Fairgrounds.

CARLSBAD PLAYREADERS

Box office opens at 6:30, house at 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. 7:30 p.m. at Carlsbad City Library, 1775 Dove Ln, Carlsbad.

PARKINSON’S EXERCISE

This group exercise class is appropriate for anyone with Parkinson’s disease. We focus on PWR! Moves, flexibility, strength, endurance, balance and coordination. Modifications are provided and everyone is welcome! This free class meets from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. the first Monday of each month at NeuroLab 360, 2146 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas.

MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE

Explore different styles of dance in musical theater at New Village Arts. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Mar. 6 at New Village Arts Theatre, 2787 State St, Carlsbad.

HARRIET TUBMAN

Leslie McCurdy invokes the “spirit” of Harriet Tubman as she portrays the life of the famous Underground Railroad conductor. 7:30 p.m. on March

6 & March 7 at North Coast Repertory Theatre, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Dr, Solana Beach.

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT

Inland North County Parkinson’s Support Group. “Tremble Clefs –Parkinson’s Voice & Movement Therapy.” 10 a.m. at San Rafael Church, 17252 Bernardo Center Dr, San Diego.

MARCH 7

AMERICAN AUTHORS

Pop alternative rock folk band at the Belly Up. Free, 8 p.m. at Belly Up, 160 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach.

PURIM CELEBRATION

Children’s party, Megillah reading and Purim feast. 3:30 p.m. at Chabad at La Costa, 1980 La Costa Ave, Carlsbad.

PURIM

Community holiday celebration. 5 p.m. at Chabad Jewish Center Oceanside/Vista, 1930 Sunset Dr, Vista.

FREE APHASIA CLASS

This group is for individuals with difficulty communicating after a stroke or a brain injury. It is led by a licensed Speech Language Pathologist. Join this group to connect and communicate with individuals with aphasia, and rejoin life's conversations in a fun and supportive way. This free group meets the first Tuesday of each

month from... 11 a.m. at NeuroLab 360, 2146 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas.

MARCH 8

GONE GONE BEYOND

Folk-Americana and roots music. 8 p.m. at Belly Up, 160 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach.

STEPHAN CRUMP

Grammy-nominated bassist/composer Stephan Crump brings fan-supported pandemic solo project live to San Diego. Free, 7:30 p.m. at Dizzy’s , 1717 Morena Blvd, San Diego.

SUNRISE BREAKFAST

Get to know your local Kiwanis Club. 7 a.m. at Pegah’s Kitchen, 945 S Santa Fe Ave, Vista.

HAPPY HOUR & CHESS

Play chess, cards and backgammon (bring your boards & sets - some chess boards available). 5:30 to 8 p.m. Mar. 8 at Sammy’s Del Mar, 12925 El Camino Real, San Diego.

MARCH 9

MANIA: ABBA TRIBUTE

Dig out those platforms, dust down those flares and enjoy all your favorite ABBA hits. 7:30 p.m. at Balboa Theater, 868 4th Ave, San Diego.

THE ADDAMS FAMILY Oceanside College theater presents “The Addams Family.” 7:30 p.m. at MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Dr, Oceanside.

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