Paso Robles Press • June 1, 2023

Former Paso Robles Pioneer Day Marshal honored at Memorial Day services

By CAMILLE DEVAUL camille@pasoroblespress.com

PASO ROBLES — A former Paso Robles Pioneer Day Marshal was honored

and remembered on Monday at the annual Memorial Day services at Paso Robles District Cemetery. Thomas Flynn Sr., who passed away on May 8

in Templeton, was the 2021 Pioneer Day Marshal, a member of the Paso Robles Lions Club, Paso Robles Main Street and Pioneer

Day committee, Paso Robles Elks, and Paso Robles Pioneer Museum Foundation.

Flynn Sr. was born in San Fernando Valley on Jan. 13,

1938. He was number 10 of 13 children. In 2021, Paso Robles Press spoke with Flynn Sr. as he told us his mother always taught her children the mean-

ing of hard work, and they all had jobs and helped support the family.

After high school, Flynn

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Golden State Car Show brought 283 cars to downtown Paso Robles all in an effort to support the industry and local nonprofits.

in 1987. They are now 82 members strong and all working for a good cause.

PASO ROBLES — Classic cars filled the Paso Robles City Park on Saturday, May 27, but they weren’t there just to look pretty. The 15th Annual

By CAMILLE DEVAUL camille@pasoroblespress.com

TEMPLETON — A car accident last Thursday night, May 25, left a 15-year-old teen from Templeton in critical condition after she was struck by a vehicle. The accident happened at approximately 7 p.m. on Las Tablas Road near Hawley Street in Templeton.

To begin the weekend, the Golden State Car Club brought back their Pre-Show Party on Friday night, where over 240 people were in attendance. After a positive reaction from last year’s first Pre-Show Party, the party was brought back with live music performed by Unfinished Business. The Golden State Car Club started

The judging classes include early and modern muscle cars, customs, hot rods, special interests, and the traditional classic categories for cars and trucks. Custom trophies made by Chuck Rust of Rusty Creations were given to the over 20 classes of winners. These stayed true to the car industry being made of spare car parts. The Best of Show

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Best of the West takes visitors back in

Large crowds turn out for Pioneer Day Committee’s antique equipment event at Santa Margarita Ranch

By CAMILLE DEVAUL camille@pasoroblespress.com

NORTH COUNTY — Engines were running, veterans were honored, and families explored as the Best of the West Antique Equipment

Show returned Memorial Weekend to support the Paso Robles Pioneer Day Committee. From Thursday, May 25, through Sunday, May 28, collections of tractors and farm equipment were on display at the Santa Margarita Ranch.

“It was amazing,” said Best of the West coordinator Tara Tedeschi. “It was so busy. I think we had one of our busiest days ever on Saturday.”

Coming back to the show

was the Antique Caterpillar Machinery Owner’s Club (AMOC). Founded in 1991, the AMOC has members all over the world. Several countries participated in AMOC’s showing at Best of the West. Locals from around the county and even folks from across the nation brought equipment and tractors from various decades, becoming a timeline of the mechanized progress

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Scouts and Girl Scouts of America local Paso Robles chapter get ready to lead the

Editorial team recognized as Elks Citizen of the Year

A tribute to the influence of local journalism and community engagement

By HAYLEY MATTSON Publisher

NORTH COUNTY — Two valued members of our Atascadero News team, Camille DeVaul, and Christianna Marks, were recently accorded the esteemed Elks Citizen of the Year award. This accolade acknowledges their extraordinary contributions to both our community and our organization, serving as a testament to their exceptional work and dedication.

Given annually by the outgoing Exalted Ruler of the Atascadero Elks Lodge, this honor is bestowed upon unsung heroes who go above and beyond in their community service. This year, the spotlight shone brightly on Camille DeVaul, our Assistant Content Editor, and Christianna Marks, our Community Reporter. Their steadfast dedication to local journalism and relentless pursuit of community stories have cast a meaningful media spotlight on the profound work done by the Elks Lodge and numerous other organizations within our community.

“Each year, the outgoing Exalted Ruler picks someone from our community that they feel goes above and beyond, the unsung heroes of the community to be recognized as the Elks Citizen of the Year,” said Past Exalted Ruler Susan Marple. “This year we had two Camille DeVaul and Christianna Marks. The dynamic duo from the Atascadero News were helpful and supportive and easy to work with and they shined a media spotlight on many of the good works that the Elks do in our community.”

Marks, who joined Atascadero News and 13 Stars Media in 2021, cut her teeth in music journalism in her early career, contributing to publications across the US and running her own music blog. DeVaul, on the other hand, joined Atascadero News and 13 Stars Media in 2020, driven by her passion for writing and agriculture. Continuing the legacy of her family who published their own Italian newspaper, Il Corriere del Rhode Island, in the 1920s, DeVaul’s career in journalism seems not just a job but a fulfillment of destiny.

Both Marks and DeVaul have expressed their love for the community and the vital role they play in

tage of our area.

telling its stories. DeVaul’s dedication extends to her appreciation for smalltown life and its big news, relishing the opportunity to shed light on the community’s history and its many intriguing characters.

“I love our community. I grew up in Templeton and always had an appreciation for small town life. But just because we are small does not mean we don’t have big news. There are stories and interesting people everywhere you look and I get to shed light on all of those people and events,” DeVaul shared. “History is another passion of mine. I have read countless archived newspapers when researching for other stories and it is pretty

crazy to think that one day someone will be looking back to my articles to do the same thing.”

Marks, too, thrives on the opportunity to spotlight the extraordinary endeavors within our community, aiding in the crucial task of helping our community feel seen and heard.

“I love being able to tell people’s stories and highlight the amazing things that people are doing in the community. It’s so important to feel seen, and I love that I get to have a hand in that for the people around me,” Marks said.

But their recognition extends beyond just individual accomplishments. It highlights the essence of our

mission at 13 Stars Media: Making communities better through print. With a dedicated team of over 20 individuals spanning the Central Coast, from advertising to graphic design and delivery, we pride ourselves on being a small hometown business with a big impact.

Our weekly publications, The Atascadero News and Paso Robles Press, may seem just another part of the community’s routine, but behind every edition lies a colossal effort. Each page carries stories intricately woven by our journalists, delivered to your mailbox by our diligent team, and made possible by our local advertisers.

While journalism is often a thankless job, we, as a team, take immense pride in knowing that we play a pivotal role in chronicling history. These stories we tell today will be looked back upon by generations to come as snapshots of a time lived and experienced.

As we celebrate DeVaul and Marks’ achievement, we also urge our community to acknowledge the importance of supporting local journalism. Each subscription to our publication not only sustains the tradition of local storytelling but also directly supports our team of individuals like DeVaul and Marks who are devoted to bringing your stories to life.

By supporting local journalism, you contribute to a larger ecosystem — one that uplifts community organizations, sustains a local business, and fosters an informed and connected community. It’s an investment not just in today’s news, but also in the fabric of our shared history and our collective future. Let us celebrate the power of our community and continue to enrich it, one story at a time.

of 20th-century America. Of course, none of this would be possible without the help of JB Dewar, who donated fuel for the show.

Sold-out food and drink over the weekend was a good indicator of how successful the event was.

The San Luis Obispo County Farm Bureau returned with its booth.

“We sell tri-tip and pulled pork sandwiches as a fundraiser for Farm Bureau, but it’s really about supporting the community and the Pioneer Day Committee folks who organize Best of the West,” Farm Bureau Executive Director Brent Burchett said. “Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth for lunch, and a big thank you to our Farm Bureau members who volunteered all weekend to barbecue.”

While there was no gold panning or staged robberies on the train rides, they were hardly missed as good weather and plenty of other fun-filled activites were enjoyed by visitors. According to Tedeschi, the weekend went smoothly, and there was a record number of campers.

The Best of the West Antique Equipment Show is a Paso Robles Pioneer Day Committee and Rossi Foundation event. Santa Margarita Ranch poses as the perfect location to enjoy a family gathering outside and teach the younger generations about the heri-

At Best of the West, visitors went back in time in more ways than one. The Santa Margarita Ranch steam engine train holds plenty of history itself: It was featured in the TV show “Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman” and was one of the passenger coaches from Santa Fe and Disneyland Railroad from the 1950s.

“It’s amazing that we have a piece of Disney history right here on the Central Coast,” added Tedeschi.

At noon each day, all operations paused for a military salute, singing of the national anthem, and a flyover by the Tiger Squadron. Singing the national anthem were Tiffany Tedeschi, Carly Wilkins, and Morgan McIntyre, and the Nipomo Bagpipers showed up to play a few songs. Former Roblan of the Year Mark Perry gave the invocation daily during the show and Tom Harrington was the guest speaker.

“It was neat to see the community come out and support the event and have fun,” said Tedeschi.

Representatives from Farm Supply helped in the Kid’s Corral with butter churning and roping lessons. Throughout the day, guests enjoyed a tractor parade, earthmoving demo, plowing demo, blacksmithing, and much more.

Unfortunately, this year there were no public school field trips which is usually

an annual and educational tradition. Best of the West coordinators are looking forward to reaching out to some local schools later this year to book field trips for next year’s show. Any schools interested in scheduling a field trip are free to reach out to Best of the West coordinators at PR.BOTW@gmail.com.

Tedeschi thanked all the volunteers and sponsors that work to make this show happen: “It takes so many volunteers, so many hours, not just the week of the show but leading up to it to put on a successful show like that.”

While the show emphasizes the importance and history of agriculture, coordinators and participants of the show took time to remember what the Memorial Day weekend is about.

“This is a special event for our Farm Bureau each year,” said Burchett. “We enjoy seeing all the old tractors and equipment in action, but the organizers do a great job reminding everyone about what Memorial Day is all about — remembering the men and women who have sacrificed their lives for our freedom.”

While there isn’t a tallied profit from the show yet, Tedeschi estimates that with the increased community involvement, they could have surpassed last year’s profits.

For more information on the Best of the West Antique Tractor Show, visit bestofthewestshow.com.

Juvenile brown bear safely captured in Paso Robles and rehomed

Wildlife biologist was summoned to the scene. The area was subsequently closed off to the public to minimize any potential risks.

PASO ROBLES — A juvenile brown bear that caused a stir in the city last week has been safely captured and relocated to its natural habitat, according to Paso Robles police.

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife and Paso Robles Police responded to reports of a bear sighting in the town. The smaller juvenile bear was initially seen near Target and Theatre Drive before it was scared up a tree between Chili’s restaurant and Orchard Supply Hardware on Theatre Drive.

To ensure the safe removal of the bear, a Fish and

After a two-hour wait, the bear descended from the tree, prompting the biologist to dart it as it attempted to escape. Although momentarily startled, the bear quickly turned back and ascended the tree once again.

Fortunately, the tranquilizers administered to the bear eventually took effect, causing the animal to become drowsy. As a result, the bear lost its grip on the tree and fell to the ground. Officers and Fish and Wildlife officials positioned below ensured a safe catch.

Following the fall, authorities attached a GPS collar for tracking purposes before relocating the bear to a safe location.

The bear was given a GPS collar and safely relocated

Past Elks Exalted Ruler Susan Marple (right) proudly presents the lodge’s Citizen of the Year Awards to Atascadero News Assistant Content Editor Camille DePaul (middle) and Community Writer Christianna Marks for their outstanding contributions. Photo courtesy of the Elks

California Department of Fish and Wildlife personnel tend to a juvenile brown bear that fell out of a tree between the Chili’s Restaurant and Orchard Supply Hardware on Theatre Drive. Fish and Wildlife eventually put a GPS collar on the bear and relocated it to a safe location. Contributed Photo

Senate passes farm-backed bill on fire insurance

Legislation aims to expand insurance options for farmers affected by wildfire risks

BY CALEB HAMPTON GUEST

CALIFORNIA — Wildfires that raged across California over the past several years have devastated farms, spoiling crops and burning farm buildings. After the flames were extinguished, the threat of wildfires has continued to cost farmers in other ways.

Since the Thomas and Tubbs fires in 2017, farmers in parts of the state have seen the premiums on their property insurance policies rise exponentially. Some have had their policies dropped altogether.

“We started being targeted for living in an area that was susceptible to wildfires,” said Peter Nissen, a Napa County winegrape grower and president of the county Farm Bureau. “In certain zip codes, insurance carriers would not renew — or not even entertain in the first place — a property’s ability to get insurance.”

Last week, the California State Senate passed legislation that would build on solutions signed into law in 2021 to improve insurance options for farms exposed to wildfire risk.

The California FAIR Plan, the state’s insurer of last resort for those struggling to find coverage options, covers residences. But the FAIR Plan long excluded commercial farm structures. Structures such as tasting

rooms, outbuildings, packing houses and storage facilities, some containing thousands of bottles of wine or other valuable commodities, became impossible for many farmers and vintners to insure.

“Just like any business, you want to be able to have insurance to manage your risk,” said Peter Ansel, policy advocate for the California Farm Bureau, adding that the problem threatened the viability of farm businesses.

Without insurance, business owners, like homeowners, are generally ineligible for the loans they need to establish their operations.

“If you are a homeowner, you typi-

cally can’t get a mortgage to buy that home without being able to access insurance,” Ansel said. “When we’re talking about farmers, they need to be able to access loans to build those farm operations and facilities.”

In 2021, lawmakers passed Senate Bill 11 to include commercial farm structures in the FAIR Plan. It was an important step, farmers say, but the policies were expensive and did not provide comprehensive coverage for many farms.

“People have had to get creative to meet the insurance threshold their lender requires,” Nissen said. “Before, they might have had one policy that covered five or six properties. Now,

RE/MAX Agent earns Circle of Legends Award

Ehrke, with RE/ MAX Success, recipient of national honor

PASO ROBLES —

Scott Ehrke, with RE/ MAX Success, has received the coveted RE/MAX Circle of Legends Award, which honors highly successful agents who have completed at least 10 years of service with the company. As of December 2022, only 1,177 agents out of over 144,000 agents in the RE/ MAX network have earned the Circle of Legends award since it began (past and present agents). Of those, only 89 have been in California.

“I’m very excited to receive this incredible career award,” said Ehrke. “As a real estate agent with RE/MAX Success,

I’ve always been committed to providing my clients the ultimate level of real estate service, whether selling or buying. To be the first RE/MAX agent in the Tri-Counties (Central Coast) and one of only 89 in the state of California to have earned this achievement award is certainly an honor. I am very thankful to be surrounded by a supportive team and office who together help me continue to raise the bar in real estate service.”

Ehrke has been working in the real estate industry for more than 34 years and has extensive experience not only in residential but also in commercial and investment, development, land and luxury real estate. Among Scott’s list of achievements, he has also earned RE/MAX’s Hall of Fame and Lifetime Achievement awards, twice named Realtor of the Year by

the Paso Robles Association of Realtors, and has served as the President of the Association of Realtors. In addition, Ehrke actively supports Big Brothers/ Big Sisters and Success Charities.

“I am extremely proud of the accomplishments Scott has earned and that he is a part of our team. He is always willing to share his vast knowledge” says his broker, Elissa Williams.

they may have several different policies to get the proper coverage because no one will cover everything.”

The FAIR Plan was not meant to be a permanent solution.

“The goal is to get back into the competitive market where the rates will hopefully be better and the policies will be comprehensive,” Ansel said. To the extent that they have reassessed the risk profile of certain areas, “that’s also what insurance companies want,” he added. “They want to be able to compete and write more policies for businesses.”

However, the clearinghouse lists only residential policies, not commercial ones, preventing farmers from bringing all their properties back under the same competitive insurance policy.

“You could find yourself in a scenario where your residential policy would end up on the clearinghouse list, but the policies written for the building across the driveway would still be in the FAIR Plan,” Ansel said.

Senate Bill 505, authored by state Sen. Susan Rubio, D-Baldwin Park, and sponsored by the California Farm Bureau, would add commercial policies to the FAIR Plan clearinghouse so that they can re-enter the competitive market and get better insurance coverage. It passed the Senate last week and now goes to the state Assembly.

“California’s farmers and ranchers need insurance options to safeguard their ability to continue producing the food that America needs,” said California Farm Bureau President Jamie Johansson. “Senate Bill 505 provides agricultural producers who turned to the California FAIR plan the ability to return to the competitive insurance market.”

The legislation is supported not just by farmers but also insurers, brokers and agents, he added.

“California businesses do best when they have more choices for insurance coverage,” said California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara, who co-sponsored the bill with the Farm Bureau. “Giving them more options must be our top priority.”

Scott

A Wildfire approaching a California vineyard. Photo by Caleb Hampton

PASO ROBLES

Active shooter training scheduled for June 1

The Paso Robles Police Department will be holding active shooter training in the Paso Robles City Council Chamber and the City Library (1000 block of Spring Street) on June 1 from 3 to 7 p.m. The City Council Chamber, City Hall, and the City Library will not be open to public access during this event.

Residents visiting the area should not be alarmed by the increased presence of law enforcement during this exercise.

Final cost of Paso Robles Joint Unified School District special election determined

The San Luis Obispo County Clerk-Recorder has announced the final cost of the Paso Robles Joint Unified School District (PRJUSD) Special Election held on April 18, which amounts to $307,624.18. The district has a 30-day period to remit the payment to the county. According to Elaina Cano, the clerk-recorder, the actual costs incurred were significantly lower than the estimated amount, primarily due to a low voter turnout. Cano expects to receive the final costs from Monterey County by the end of the week.

The costs of conducting the special election encompassed various aspects, including the compensation of precinct election officers, publication of notices, printing of official ballots, sample ballots, indexes, statements, and official notices, as well as mailing charges for card notices, statements, and sample ballots (Voter Information Guides). Additionally, expenses were incurred for forms, precinct maps, actual supplies, and the rental of polling places.

The Statement of Charges for the Paso Robles Joint Unified School District Special Election indicates that there were 30,705 registered voters. The breakdown of costs is as follows:

Services and Supplies:

$45,929.99

Publications:

$1,458.42

Ballot & VIG Printing:

$23,030.64

• Polling Locations/Workers:

$13,186

• Postage: $6,673.42

Labor: $217,345.71

The total cost for the special election amounts to $307,624.18.

Residential structure fire engulfs home on Clydesdale Circle

On Saturday, May 27, at around 12:02 p.m., Paso Robles Fire and Emergency Services swiftly responded to a residential structure fire at 605 Clydesdale Circle. The first responders found a single-family home engulfed in flames, primarily affecting the attic area. Fortunately, there was no spread of the fire to the living spaces within the first 10 minutes of their arrival. The occupants were not present during the incident, and firefighters safely evacuated three dogs from the premises.

Crews remained at the scene until 3:40 p.m., working to extinguish hot spots in the attic and conducting salvage operations to protect the homeowners’ belongings. Paso Robles Fire deployed three fire engines and a battalion chief, while under the city’s automatic aid agreement, assistance was also provided by one engine and one battalion chief from Cal Fire/ SLO County Fire, as well as one engine from Atascadero Fire. In total, 15 firefighters collaborated to efficiently contain the fire.

The Paso Robles Police Department, PG&E, and San Luis Ambulance Service also offered additional assistance.

After conducting further investigations, authorities determined that an electrical equipment malfunction was the cause of the fire.

Parking survey for Paso Robles

Downtown: Share your opinion

Local business owners have developed a Parking Survey to gather feedback from all stakeholders regarding the Parking Program in Paso Robles.

The aim is to encourage as many individuals as possible with an opinion to participate in the survey. The information collected will be used to create a presentation/proposal for the City Council meeting scheduled for June 6, where parking will be discussed.

To access the survey, interested individuals can visit docs.google.com/ forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSesZJlyayskdrXZkyC3PPrNboXXfpBa1RBjwoHQqsgqor7xmg/viewform.

Additionally, a Facebook group named “Paso Robles Downtown Parking” has been created to facilitate further discussions on this topic.

Paso Robles welcomes new city librarian

The City of Paso Robles is pleased to announce the appointment of Eric P. Lashley as the new city librarian. With a background in library management and a passion for community engagement, Lashley brings experience and new ideas to the position.

Lashley holds a Master’s degree in library and information science from the University of Texas at Austin and has dedicated over 20 years to transforming library services and enhancing community connections. During his tenure at the Georgetown Public Library in Georgetown, Texas, Lashley led a dynamic and diverse team that reimagined and reinvented the library through innovative partnerships, exceptional customer service, and engaging programming for residents from all walks of life.

Under Lashley’s leadership, the Georgetown Public Library achieved numerous accolades, including the 2018 National Medal for Museum and Library Service from the Institute of Museum and Library Services — the highest honor for libraries and museums in the nation. Recognized for his outstanding contributions, Lashley was honored as the Texas Librarian of the Year in 2019 by the Texas Library Association.

Lashley’s dedication to service and leadership has earned him several distinguished awards, including the W. D. Kelley Foundation Outstanding Leadership Award, the Georgetown Sertoma Club Service to Mankind Award, and the Williamson County Sun newspaper’s Person of the Year award.

Following his retirement from the City of Georgetown in 2021, Lashley served as the executive director of Partners Library Action Network, a nonprofit organization supporting over 220 public libraries across Texas. Now, he eagerly anticipates joining the dedicated staff and volunteers of the Paso Robles library to work collaboratively towards achieving its strategic goals and transforming it into a vibrant community hub.

Under administrative direction, the city librarian assists, organizes, oversees, and coordinates the operations of the Paso Robles City Library; reviews the staff performing technical and office support related to the departmental function; performs professional work such as analyzing costs, revenue, and relevant economic data; maintains and improves related systems and services; assumes responsibility for a variety of public programming, projects, and special

assignments.

The City of Paso Robles is confident that Eric Lashley’s extensive expertise and dedication to community engagement will further enhance the library’s services and contribute to the overall enrichment of the city.

Sheriff’s Detectives Apprehend Suspect in Drug Trafficking Operation near Paso Robles

Thursday, May 25, Detectives from the Sheriff’s Special Operations Unit successfully apprehended a suspected drug trafficker on Southbound Highway 101 near Paso Robles. The arrest followed an incident where the suspect was observed driving erratically and weaving across lanes, prompting law enforcement intervention.

The vehicle in question was brought to a halt near the Spring Street offramp, and the driver was identified as 50-year-old Craig Doll, a resident of Grover Beach. Detectives, upon assessing Doll’s condition and demeanor, suspected that he was operating his vehicle under the influence of intoxicating substances. To ensure public safety and gather evidence, a Sheriff’s K9 unit was called to conduct a thorough search of the suspect’s car.

During the search, the highly trained K9 alerted the detectives to multiple areas within the vehicle. Acting swiftly and in coordination with the Sheriff’s Major Crimes Unit, the detectives meticulously combed through the car, leading to the discovery of a significant quantity of illicit substances. Seized items included Xanax, methamphetamine, a substantial amount of fentanyl, and drug paraphernalia typically associated with narcotics distribution.

Of particular note was the confiscation of approximately 847 grams of packaged fentanyl, an extremely potent and dangerous opioid. Law enforcement estimates the street value of this find to be in excess of $84,000.

As a result of the investigation, Doll was taken into custody and charged with multiple offenses related to narcotics. Doll now faces charges of possession for sale of narcotics, transporting narcotics for sale, and operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of a controlled substance.

Paso Robles teen arrested for making threat of a school shooting

On Tuesday, May 31, the Paso Robles Police Department responded to a threat of a school shooting at Paso Robles High School. At approximately 12:30 p.m., officers were dispatched to the school located at 801 Niblick Rd. after the school safety staff discovered a disturbing message written on the inside of a bathroom stall in the boys bathroom.

The message, deemed hate speech, indicated a planned school shooting scheduled for Wednesday, May 31. Recognizing the gravity of the situation, the Paso Robles Police Department immediately initiated a thorough investigation, working in collaboration with the school’s safety staff and School Resource Officers.

Law enforcement and school officials, identified Levi Harrington, an 18-year-old student at Paso Robles High School as the suspect. Harrington was taken into custody without incident and subsequently booked into the San Luis Obispo County Jail. He now faces charges of 422 PC — Criminal Threats and 422.7 PC — Hate Crime, both of which are felonies.

The Paso Robles Police Department would like to assure the community that there is no immediate or ongoing threat to the school, its students, or faculty.

As this is an ongoing investigation, the Paso Robles Police Department urges anyone with any information related to this incident to come forward and assist law enforcement. Witnesses or individuals with pertinent details are requested to contact the PRPD at (805) 237-6464. Furthermore, individuals who wish to provide information while maintaining their anonymity can do so by calling Crime Stoppers’ 24-hour hotline at 805-549-STOP or by texting “SLOTIPS” followed by the message to CRIMES (274637).

ATASCADERO

Join the Downtown Pub Crawl in Atascadero for a Fun-filled First Friday Event

The City of Atascadero is excited to announce the upcoming First Friday event in Downtown Atascadero on June 2, starting at 5:30 p.m. This month’s First Friday will feature a Pub Crawl, showcasing the local breweries, wine bars, and drink establishments, along with extended shopping hours to support the local businesses.

Participants can obtain a Pub Crawl Card from the participating locations. By collecting three stamps from three different locations, participants will have the opportunity to enter a drawing for prizes provided by local businesses. It is important to note that there is no purchase requirement to take part in this promotion.

The Pub Crawl will include renowned establishments such as Ancient Owl Beer & Bottle Shoppe, Barley & Boar, Carbon 6 Wine Bar, Central Coast Distillery, Cielo Ristorante, Colony Market & Deli, Kula Vineyards & Winery, The Poisoned Apple, Raconteur Room, Ruby Cellars, Street Side Ale House, Tent City Brewing, Unhinged! Beer & Wine Bar, Whiskey & June, and Wild Fields Brewhouse.

Make sure to mark your calendars for the exciting lineup of upcoming First Friday events in Downtown Atascadero:

June 2: Downtown Pub Crawl

July 7: Downtown Stage with Sōleffect Band

August 4: Downtown Stage with Soundhouse

• September 1: Concert in Downtown at The Plaza with DeJaVu Band

• October 6: Fall Sip & Shop plus Complimentary Tours of Historic City Hall & the Duo Tones

November 3: Concert Downtown at The Plaza on El Camino with Erin and the Earthquakes

• December 1: Light up the Downtown PLUS Holiday Sip & Shop

In addition to the Pub Crawl, the June 1 Friday event will introduce the #ATOWNDOWNTOWNPASSPORT. This passport will provide an opportunity to collect stamps from over 35 participating retail establishments. To enter the drawing for a Downtown shopping spree, participants need to gather six stamps and submit their completed passport at the last store they visit.

The City of Atascadero extends special thanks to their Presenting Sponsors, Barley & Boar Brewhouse, Cielo Ristorante & Rooftop Bar, and Street Side Ale House. All First Friday events are free to attend and will kick off at 5:30 p.m.

For more information on the First Friday promotion, as well as other events and activities, please visit VisitAtascadero.com/events.

SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY

Five SLO County agencies awarded grant funding for water projects

The San Luis Obispo County Flood Control and Water Conservation District (Flood Control District) and four other agencies have been granted a total of $3.8 million from the California Department of Water Resources (DWR)

Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM) Program. The grants were awarded on May 17, and they aim to support various water-related projects in the region. The projects that received funding include:

1. Central Coast Blue, Phase 1: The City of Pismo Beach has been awarded $1,000,000 for this project.

2. Water Reclamation Facility, Indirect Potable Reuse Component: The City of Morro Bay has received $1,200,000 for this initiative.

3. Water Resource Reliability Program Projects: Oceano CSD has been granted $600,000 for these projects.

4. Master Water Report Update: The Flood Control District has been allocated $549,755 for updating the Master Water Report.

5. Water Reliability Project — Water Main Replacement: San Miguel CSD has been awarded $300,000 for this water reliability project.

In addition to the project grants, the Flood Control District will receive $132,374 for grant administration.

This marks the 10th IRWM Grant awarded to the San Luis Obispo County region since 2008. Over the years, the region has received more than $32 million in grants for 43 different water-related projects and plans, benefiting 16 unique communities and the entire county.

Of the total funding, $29 million has been used to reimburse 18 construction projects, including water, wastewater, and recycled water facilities. Furthermore, nine projects have been successful in creating a secondary or drought-resilient potable supply source, addressing the issue of single-source water supply in six communities.

A complete list of the local projects, grant awards, and the receiving agency/organization can be found in the attached document. This recent grant award concludes the Proposition 1 IRWM Implementation Grant Program, and future opportunities to pursue grants through the IRWM program will depend on State funding actions.

For more information about funded projects across the State, visit water.ca.gov/Work-With-Us/ Grants-And-Loans/IRWM-GrantPrograms/Proposition-1/Implementation-Grants

Fatal collision at the ‘ Y ’ claims life of Gilroy man

A tragic traffic collision occurred Tuesday night, May 30, at the SR-46 and SR-41 Interchange (at the “Y”), resulting in the loss of a life. The incident took place at approximately 7:14 p.m. when a 2021 Ford Explorer, driven by Kayleigh Pearson, 37, with passenger Emma Pearson, 41 — both of Hanford — were traveling eastbound on SR-46B towards SR-41 at an unknown speed. Simultaneously, a 2006 Toyota Rav4, driven by Jesse Moore, 31, of Gilroy, was heading westbound on SR-46, approaching SR-41, also at an unknown speed.

According to the preliminary investigation, the driver of the Ford failed to yield to oncoming traffic and made a direct turn into the path of the Toyota. As a result of the collision, both occupants of the Ford sustained minor injuries. However, Moore, the driver of the Toyota, suffered severe injuries and had to be airlifted to Twin Cities Community Hospital. Despite efforts to save his life, Moore was later pronounced dead due to the injuries sustained from the crash. The authorities have already notified the next of kin of the fatal victim.

While impairment is not suspected at this time, the exact cause of the collision is still under investigation. Law enforcement officials are working diligently to determine the circumstances leading to the tragic accident. Authorities will continue their investigation to shed light on the events that led to this devastating collision.

On May 2nd, we lost a beautiful lady. My best friend for almost 60 years. A beloved wife to Jack and stepmother to his children. They went through a lot

PASO ROBLES POLICE DEPARTMENT

MAY 22, 2023

23:46 — Juvenal Escardga, of Atascadero was on view arrest on the 2300 block of Spring St for PUBLIC INTOXINATION [647(F)PC], Case no. 231590

01:54 — Sarah Blickensderfer, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the corner of Riverside Ave and 13th St for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL [23152(A)VC], DUI

ALCOHOL/0.08 PERCENT [23152(B)VC], Case no. 231591

17:13 — Anissa Gutierrez, of Paso Robles was taken into custody on the 900 block of Park St for BENCH WARRANT [978.5PC], Case no. 231600

Raymond Parker Craig was born June 22, 1939, in Santa Maria, California, to Raymond Oscar Craig and Georgiabel Parker Craig. He died peacefully at his home in Atascadero, California, with his family by his side, after a lengthy illness.

Shortly after his birth, his family moved to San Luis Obispo. He graduated from San Luis Obispo High School in 1957. He worked several odd jobs before hiring

together, as we did. We were no angels and wondered how we lived so long. She leaves her brothers, Martin and Michael, and her husband of 31 years, Jack, in passing. Michele was beautiful on the inside and out. May she be out of pain and in the arms of Jesus now and forever.

-Written by Barbara

There will be a celebration of life at the home of Michele

17000 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA, on Sunday, June 4th, between the hours of noon and 4 pm.

Feel free to stop and join.

22:09 — Michael Reyes, of Paso Robles was taken into custody on the 800 block of Pine St for BENCH WARRANT [978.5PC], Case no. 231604

21:57 — Erica Paramo, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the 800 block of Pine St for POSSESSION OF UNLAWFUL PARAPHERNALIA [11364(A)H&S], Case no. 231605

19:56 — Manuel Stone, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on Honeysuckle and Buttercup Lane for WILLFULLY TO VIOLATE A WRITTEN

PROMISE TO APPEAR IN COURT [853.7PC],

Case no. 231601

23:43 — Antonio Navarro, of Tulare was on view arrest on the 1500 block of Riverside Ave for POSSESSION OF UNLAWFUL PARAPHERNALIA [11364(A)H&S], Case no. 231606

on with Southern Pacific Railroad as a locomotive fireman in 1959. In between layoffs with the railroad, he opened up Ray’s Shell Service station at the corner of Broad and South Street in San Luis Obispo. After a couple of years, he sold the service station, and he was hired back, full-time, with Southern Pacific Railroad, as a locomotive fireman. He was ultimately promoted to locomotive engineer. In 1986 he transferred to Amtrak, where

he worked as an engineer until his retirement in 2001. Over the years, he enjoyed raising purebred Suffolk sheep, taking long “family” trips to sheep shows all over the country, playing tennis, hunting, and, most recently, working as a volunteer at the California Mid State Fair Junior Livestock show.

Ray is survived by his wife, Beverly, of 62 years; his daughters, Raelynn Craig Hendricks (Mike) and Lori Craig; grandchildren, Bailey

McKean and Kody Journey (Mattie); great-grandchildren, Klifford, Kohen, and Quinn; and multiple nieces and nephews. Ray was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Georgiabel Craig, his sister Terry (Craig) Thomas, and his Uncle, Fredric “Bud” Craig.

A Celebration of life will be held at a later date. If you are interested in attending, please send an email to raypcraig49@gmail.com

AL FONZI COMMENTARY

In May, I warned of the dangers of political complacency and the threat to freedom in America. Those threats are growing, real and imminent. I’m not talking about the pseudo-Nazi threat magically materializing at the Templeton/101 overpass. Our family experienced life in North County since the 1950s and the “white supremacist threat” was invisible; the area was a community where all were welcome. I believe an outside group affiliated with unknown supporters staged the incidents in question. The magical appearance of an “Antifa” counter-protest, a group that is itself the very embodiment of “fascism” by the tactics it employs, lends credence to my theory of a staged event.

There are multiple threats to the Republic from both without and within, the latter presenting the threat of self-destruction, the former a growing, very real military,

Russell James Moore lived a beautiful life full of love, laughter, and family. He passed away on May 12, 2023, in Salt Lake City at the age of 83. Russell was born to Helen Burley and

20:26 — Matthew Cisneros, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the corner of Commerce Way, and Sherwood Rd for PUBLIC INTOXINATION [647(F)PC], Case no. 231603

MAY 23, 2023

00:07 — Michael Torres, of San Miguel was on view arrest on the 100 block of Niblick Rd for WILLFULLY TO VIOLATE A WRITTEN PROMISE TO APPEAR IN COURT [853.7PC], POSSESSION OF SPECIFIED CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE [11377(A)H&S], POSSESSION OF UNLAWFUL PARAPHERNALIA [11364(A)H&S],

Case no. 231607

08:30 — James Milender, of Paso Robles was summoned/cited on the 1100 block of Black Oak Dr for DRIVING WHILE SUSPENDED FOR

Arthur Morman in 1939 in Chicago, Illinois. He was later adopted by his mother’s second husband, Noble Moore. Russell married Carole Gravell in 1962, and the two of them raised seven children; Jessica Anderson, Deborah Lindsay, Gregory Moore, Douglas Moore, Stephanie Gibbons, Melanie Flake, and Stephen Moore. They also raised two granddaughters, Katilynn Moore, and Alexis Moore. Russell was known for his dedication and hard work. He served in the Army and spent over 20 years teaching high school students wood and auto shop. He also enjoyed coaching high school students in track

DUI [14601.2(A)VC], Case no. 231608

16:37 — Christian Garcia, of Paso Robles was on view arrest at Tractor Supply for POSSESSION OF UNLAWFUL PARAPHERNALIA [11364(A)H&S], Case no. 231615

MAY 24, 2023

00:14 — Nicolas Gaddis, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the 100 block of Niblick for BENCH WARRANT [978.5PC], Case no. 231619

01:29 — David Alvarez, of Paso Robles was taken into custody on the 2300 block of Spring St for BENCH WARRANT [978.5PC], POSSESSION OF UNLAWFUL PARAPHERNALIA [11364(A)H&S], Case no. 231621

00:00 — Javier Gonzalez, of Paso Robles was arrested for DRIVING WHILE SUSPENDED FOR

When Facts Don’t Matter

existential threat greater than the Cold War between the Soviet Union and America.

Externally we face growing, massive arsenals of nuclear weapons held by communist China, the modernized nuclear arsenal of Russia, and emerging nuclear threats from North Korea and Iran.

Never before has the United States faced multiple nuclear threats capable of launching devastating attacks against the American homeland.

China is not a signatory to any nuclear arms control agreements; its arsenal numbers thousands of missiles, many of which are mobile and un-trackable, combined with a modern Navy larger than our own, rapidly outpacing us and will dominate the western Pacific within a few years. Furthermore, our defense industrial base has badly eroded since the end of the Cold War in the 1990s.

We’ve allowed North Korea to develop a credible, deliverable nuclear capability in the hands of a megalomaniac while refusing to recognize China is not a competitor but an adversary.

As great as these threats may be, a more imminent threat is internal as we rip ourselves apart, fracturing our society along every conceivable fault line. The destruc-

tion of our society and culture is never more evident outside the social/cultural issues than the systematic destruction of our economy and the middle class by environmental zealots. They pursue their goals with a religious fervor regardless of the real harm caused to millions of people, even relegating millions to a slow death by starvation “to save the planet.”

When I write “facts don’t matter,” they don’t to the millions who believe that humanity can affect the climate in any meaningful way by focusing upon reducing greenhouse gases to minuscule levels, whatever the cost. The cost is real. The prospect of massive shortages of electricity to power the new electric economy is growing as warnings about alternative energy destabilizing the grid are ignored.

California continues to tear down hydroelectric dams along the Klamath River in Oregon, regardless of potential future power shortages. Refineries are being strangled with new regulations and shutting down. Anti-nuclear forces are powering up for more legal fights. “Fast-tracking” of a wind farm project in New Mexico took 17 years. Windfarm projects off the East Coast are facing in -

and cross country. He was a passionate ultra-marathon runner, completing several 50 and 100-mile endurance runs. He also loved to collect and restore old cars, everything from a Ford Model A automobile to a Buick Touring Car.

Russell was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather and a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was well known for his humor, kindness, encouragement, and positive attitude. He entertained people around him with his bad jokes and infectious smile. Russell wasn’t perfect, but his life made the world a better place.

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DUI [14601.2(A)VC], Case no. 231620

13:54 — Kenneth Frautschi, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the 2400 block of Spring St for BENCH WARRANT [978.5PC], Case no. 231626

14:52 — Adan Chavarriaestrada, of Paso

Robles was on view arrest on the 2700 block of Black Oak Dr for BENCH WARRANT [978.5PC], Case no. 231628

13:29 — Fabian Grandoli, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the 2300 block of Prospect Ave for DISORDERLY CONDUCT/DRUNK IN PUBLIC [647(F)PC], Case no. 231625

16:10 — Joshua Bishop, of Paso Robles was on view arrest on the 100 block of Niblick for DRIVING WHILE SUSPENDED FOR DUI [14601.2(A)VC], Case no. 231631

creasing opposition as rules to protect marine mammals are obliterated: windfarms threaten the survival of whales, forcing them further offshore into shipping lanes where ship-strikes increasingly kill whales.

We ignore facts: Danish economist Bjorn Lomborg deals in numbers and his numbers are revealing. Despite massive media hype for catastrophe, hurricanes are no more numerous nor intense now than in the past, actually less so. Forest fires are fierce, but forestry experts repeatedly point out the fires are due to poor management, not climate. California needs to burn 2 million acres a year in controlled burns to return to a healthy ecosystem; we burn about 40,000 acres at best and continue to build in high-fire-risk areas. Sea levels aren’t rising at alarming rates, barely at all, measured in inches over 140 years and much of that questionable.

Satellite measurements reveal stable sea levels globally: accurate measurements require continuous calibration of tidal gauges on stable platforms, which also account for land subsidence, which doesn’t occur, leading to false alarms about rising seas. We worry about increasing temperatures but discount any

benefits from warming which outweigh any from cooling. Higher energy prices mean less use of fossil fuels but also increasing cost of energy leading to more deaths from cold as occurred last year: 179,000 extra deaths.

(The Journal Lancet estimated that the observed temperature rise over the past two decades increased heat deaths by 0.21 percent but decreased cold deaths by 0.51 percent.) Reducing fertilizer use, (manufactured by fossil fuels) means smaller crop yields, equating to starvation in underdeveloped economies. Polar bear populations increased from 5000 in the 1970s to over 30,000 today, yet we’re told they’re threatened. Stop hunting them and see them increase even more.

It’s well-documented that the “green economy” will be inefficient and built with slave labor in third-world countries, including the use of child labor. It will be incredibly environmentally destructive, far more so than fossil fuels ever were, with massive strip mining and pollution overseas if not here. How is that humane? Facts do matter, just not to the national media and the political sycophants that depend upon their distortion of facts.

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2022-23 RAINFALL TOTALS (Season: July 1-June 30)

Atascadero: 28.91” Paso Robles: 28.86”

MICHELE E. BAKER

1942 – 2023

RAYMOND P. CRAIG 1939 – 2023

RUSSELL J. MOORE 1939 – 2023

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joined the U.S. Navy for two years and married his wife Sharon in 1960, just two days after she graduated high school. The two were married for over 60 years. In 1978, the two moved to the Paso Robles area where they raised their children, built roots, and where he worked as a landscape contractor for 63 years.

The cemetery began its memorial ceremonies in 1980 when patriotic District Cemetery board members wanted to honor veterans on Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Preparation for Memorial Day at the cemetery begins well before the ceremony on Monday, May 29.

Local volunteers, including the Paso Robles Elks Lodge #2364, Paso Robles Lions and Moose Club, Boy and Girl Scouts, Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. (VFW) Post 10965, and American Legion Post 50 members, placed American flags on each veteran’s grave on Saturday. Close to 150 people showed this year to volunteer their time with the flags. Following the Memorial Day service, a flag retrieval

ceremony took place to ensure that each flag placed on the veterans’ graves was respectfully collected and properly stored until the next Memorial Day.

The ceremony began with Chris Rohrberg, vice commander of the American Legion Post 50, filling in as the Master of Ceremonies for Commander Skip Bellinghausen. For the last five years, Bellinghausen has worked with the cemetery’s ceremonies as Master of Ceremonies. Unfortunately, he was in a car accident prior to the event and is currently still in recovery.

Per tradition, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of America local Paso Robles chapter led the crowd of people in the Pledge of Allegiance. An invocation came from Paso Robles Joint Unified School District Trustee Laurene McCoy, who also sang the national anthem — impressing everyone with her incredible vocals.

San Luis Obispo County District 1 Supervisor John Peschong was this year’s guest speaker. Peschong opened his speech with a retelling of the history of Memorial Day’s inception and highlighted some local men who died in service:

winners received custom-made trophies from the Daniels Brothers of Daniels Wood Land, whose creative work includes clients like the Walt Disney Company.

There are “many different ways to win at our show. That’s kind of our objective,” said Golden State Car Club President Scott Smith of their extended classes.

This year’s Best of Show Car went to Mark Turnette with his 1965 VW Transporter and Best of Show Truck went to Bud Nance with his 1955 Chevrolet Pickup.

Last year the Golden State Classics Car Club distributed over $22,000 to

The community has raised over $70,000 for the injured Templeton High School student, Addyson Nixon.

According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), Nixon was walking south across Las Tablas Road when she was hit by a vehicle traveling westbound on the same road. The impact was forceful, with the teen suffering severe injuries. Emergency responders arrived at the scene and transported Nixon to Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center, and she was then flown to Valley Children’s Hospital, where she now remains in stable condition.

CHP officers confirmed that the 38-year-old female driver from Templeton remained at the scene following the acci-

Lt. Curtis Cropper was a Paso Robles Eagle Scout who died in 1970 while serving in the Vietnam War. According to the POW Network, on April 5, 1970, an F-4B Phantom II aircraft carrying two crew members took off from the USS Coral Sea for a combat mission. During the return, the plane experienced explosions, leading to both crew members ejecting. The pilot survived, but Cropper could not be found. Despite efforts, his remains were not located. He is memorialized at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific.

At the Boy Scout Hall on

local nonprofits. In December 2022, they partnered with Late Night Cruizers Car Club and Daniels Wood Land to hold the first Toy Bank Show & Shine Fundraiser, which raised almost over $14,000 for the Toy Bank of Greater Paso Robles. Other nonprofits and organizations the club has supported are Loaves and Fishes, the Estrella Warbirds Museum, Chapter 50 Veterans, Paso Robles Pioneer Museum, and the Cuesta College Automotive Department.

Golden State Classics is a nonprofit organization that promotes classic vehicles and supports local charities.

While the numbers aren’t in yet for the car show’s profits, Smith estimates they will be able to give out another $10,000 to local nonprofits at the end

dent. While the investigation into the crash is still ongoing, authorities stated that there is currently no suspicion of drugs or alcohol playing a role in the incident.

News of the tragic accident spread rapidly throughout the community, and in a heartwarming display of support, a GoFundMe account was created to assist the girl’s family. As of Tuesday, May 30, more than $75,000 has been raised for Nixon. Reports from family and friends say her dog, Dodger, also suffered from minor injuries but is overall recovering well.

Updates on Nixon’s condition have been shared through social media. On May 27, a post indicated that Nixon was doing well. Both Nixon and her mother, Sami, who is a teacher’s aide in the community, were able to get some

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Oak Street in Paso Robles is a plaque dedicated to Cropper alongside the bugle he played while in Boy Scouts.

Harold W. Roberts was a young soldier who served in World War I, and sacrificed his life to save another soldier. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1916 and fought in France as part of the Tank Corps. During the Argonne Offensive, he pushed his companion out of a sinking tank before drowning himself. Roberts received several awards for his bravery, including the Medal of Honor. His grave is honored every Memorial Day at Camp Roberts Historical Museum,

“That is our mission statement is to support the industry, support classic cars, also to help other nonprofits,” said Smith.

Downtown was greatly supported by the car show, with attendees spending lunch at local restaurants, shopping, and even some ice cream in the cool, nearly summer-like day. Some people even got haircuts. A San Luis Obispo barber, Dustin Weiss, entered his 1968 Chevy C10 and gave haircuts in the bed of his truck.

“We are so thankful to have this venue. We thank the city for that,” said Smith of their collaboration to hold the event at Paso Robles City Park.

This year’s title sponsors are Carrillo

much-needed rest. Although nerve pain is to be expected, medical professionals have not identified any unexpected complications thus far. The family expressed their gratitude for the exceptional care provided by the staff at the Children’s Hospital and the unwavering support they have received.

According to the same social media post, friends have said they will be creating a petition for speed bumps or other traffic control methods on Las Tablas Road, where the accident occurred.

With Templeton being under the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors jurisdiction, Paso Robles Press contacted District 1 Supervisor John Peschong regarding the petition. Though no one has reached out to Peschong regarding a petition and traf-

which is named after him. The whereabouts of his Medal of Honor remains unknown.

Daryl Rodney, a San Luis Obispo County native, was an airman in the Korean War. His plane was shot down, and his body was never recovered.

Peschong told Paso Robles Press, “I always believed that it’s good to talk about the stories because the stories are what bring people in afterwards.”

During his speech, Peschong also cited a quote from Ronald Reagan’s 1982 Memorial Day speech at Arlington National Cemetery:

If words cannot repay the debt

Automotive, Paso Robles; Mike Dean’s Auto Repair, Atascadero; and Kings Oil Tools.

Smith thanked the many volunteers from the club, American Legion Auxiliary Chapter 50, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10965, and the Interact students from the Rotary Club of Atascadero.

Smith is looking forward to creating more events and relationships with the community.

Speaking to what the future looks like for the car club, Smith said, “I see growth. The club has grown tremendously within the last couple of years. I see nothing but potential for our club.”

Golden State Classics is a nonprofit organization that promotes classic

fic control changes, he said he would begin steps to have the area analyzed by Public Works.

“I certainly would be willing to look at it and bring it before the board if it’s needed,” said Peschong. “It’s a terrible tragedy for something like that to happen.”

Nixon’s injuries are significant, including fractures in her neck and hip, as well as swelling and bleeding in the brain. A social media update from May 30 indicates Nixon is out of ICU and heading into a rehabilitation center, and surprising doctors with her steadfast path to recovery.

Paso Robles Press reached out to family friend representatives for the Nixon’s who sent us the following letter from Sami:

On Thursday, May 25 I received a terrifying phone call that my daughter, Addyson, was struck by an SUV, while walk-

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we owe these men, surely with our actions we must strive to keep faith with them and with the vision that led them to battle and final sacrifice.

On Sunday, May 28, Peschong issued a proclamation at Shandon’s annual Memorial Day Barbecue and Car Show. He noted it was a great turnout, with close to 400 tickets told. On the same day, he was the emcee Annual Memorial Service at Estrella Adobe Church. Presented by the Friends of the Adobes, Inc. and Pleasant Valley Cemetery Board, the service remembers the pioneers who settled North County in the 1800s.

vehicles and supports local charities. Since 2015, their club has donated over $55,000 to local youth groups, service clubs, and other organizations from proceeds of their events — all while simultaneously providing a social outing for club members and families.

“I always try to thank and remind people of what the day is really about,” said Smith of the show landing on Memorial Day weekend. “My idea is a lot of people have paid the ultimate sacrifice so that we’re allowed to do these things in this country and have the freedom to do the show that we just did. I don’t want to lose sight of that.”

To learn more, visit goldenstateclassics.org.

ing her dog. Addy was airlifted to Valley Children’s Hospital’s ICU. She sustained multiple injuries along with a broken neck, nerve damage, and head trauma, affecting her short term memory. The staff at Valley Children’s Hospital continue to work carefully and tirelessly to restore her health.

Although we have a very long road ahead, Addy is getting stronger every day. She is a miracle. I am blown away by the strength, courage, and perseverance my girl has. She is a warrior.

I am overwhelmed by the love and support of this community. The gratitude I feel for the outpouring of support from this community is endless. Although it’s hard to respond to messages, the thoughtful words from friends and family by text, card, and social media platforms are giving me strength to fight this battle with Addyson. You all are giving us hope.

I will never be able to properly articulate the depth of the gratitude I feel. To all of the nurses and doctors at Valley Children’s Hospital, and to you all, our friends and family in this community, thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Please continue to pray for Addy and our family. With love, Sami

On Wednesday, May 31, Jack’s Bar and Grill in Templeton held a fundraiser for Nixon, and more fundraisers are in the works.

You can support Nixon through the GoFundMe page at gofund.me/4585f646, or you can participate in the Addy Strong Fundraiser at Barton Wines on Friday, June 2. More information on that fundraiser can be found here bartonfamilywines.com/.../ addy-strong.../

A full crowd gathered at the Paso Robles District Cemetery for their annual Memorial Day Ceremony. Photo by Derek Luff/PRP

Atascadero Kiwanis and Mayors’ Winemaker Dinner revived after hiatus, scheduled for June

ries of their fundraisers include organizations such as ECHO, Joy Park playground, Boys & Girls Club, Lighthouse Mentor Program, Atascadero Loaves and Fishes, as well as scholarships for graduating seniors and various other causes.

ATASCADERO — The 13th Annual

Atascadero Kiwanis & Mayors’ Winemaker

Dinner is set to take place on June 23, marking its return after a three-year break caused by the COVID pandemic. The fundraising event will be held at the Atascadero Lake Pavilion and aims to support the ALF Food Pantry, a local organization that has been serving the community for over 30 years.

The evening will commence with wine tasting and hors d’oeuvres on the pavilion lanai, followed by a formal gourmet catered sit-down dinner. Each table will have a winery owner or representative in attendance. The event will feature both a live auction and a silent auction, with the convenience of bidding on silent

auction items using the GiveSmart app from the comfort of one’s table or home.

With a rich history of service spanning 54

Goal is to help 200 businesses by February 2025

ATASCADERO — The Atascadero Chamber of Commerce is launching a new program called Get Your Business Online! to assist small businesses in North County with establishing an online presence through the creation and management of their own websites. The program is led by Jose Guadarrama, the chamber’s bilingual program manager.

Through Get Your Business Online! participants receive an intake assessment, basic website training, sign-up forms, and a variety of digital tools and resources — all provided for free. However, businesses will need to cover domain and hosting costs. Additional information can be found at getyourbusinessonline.com.

“Having a digital-marketing-savvy mind, grit, leadership, and a passionate heart, one can achieve greatness in the business community,” stated Guadarrama. “Anything is possible with an open and innovative mind.”

For further inquiries, individuals can connect with Guadarrama at jose@atascaderochamber.org, text (818) 533-6011, or schedule a consultation meeting at koalendar.com/e/ meet-with-program-specialist.

Recognizing the importance of technical skills training for all businesses, Atascadero Chamber President and CEO Josh Cross identified the need for this program.

“Many business owners are trying to navigate the basics of digital literacy while juggling other aspects of their business,” he said. “To date, Jose has already assisted in creating 18 websites through Get Your Business Online!, and we’re just getting started on our goal to help 200 by February 2025.”

“I am deeply motivated to support our small business community,” said Guadarrama. “What

excites me the most about my job is the people! I look forward to engaging in new conversations and expanding our network each week.”

In a recent announcement, the Chamber revealed its merger with the Hispanic Business Association (HBA). The goals of this merger are to provide Hispanic business owners with enhanced expertise and resources, strengthen the Chamber’s presence within the Hispanic business community, and increase the visibility of the Atascadero Chamber in the North County.

To learn more about the Hispanic Business Association, its history, mission, and membership process, please visit hba-cc.org. For inquiries, individuals can reach out to Maria Elena Garcia, a representative of the Association, at (805) 835-7900 or mariamkpink@yahoo.com.

“I am thrilled by the merger between our chamber and the Hispanic Business Association, and I eagerly anticipate collaborating with the vibrant and diverse Hispanic community,” expressed Guadarrama. “This merger not only benefits Hispanic businesses but also creates an opportunity to strengthen and empower the entire community.”

years, the Atascadero Kiwanis Club has donated nearly half a million dollars since the inception of the first dinner in 2011. Previous beneficia-

Club president Dan Chinn expressed pride in the decision to focus the proceeds of this year’s fundraiser on the ALF Food Pantry, highlighting their dedicated work in supporting individuals facing food insecurity. The nonprofit, powered by a team of approximately 70 volunteers, served 7,800 clients in 2022, benefiting over 24,000 individuals, including more than 7,000 children. ALF Food Pantry will receive 100 percent of the “Fund the Cause” donations and 75 percent of all proceeds raised after expenses.

Kiwanis International, the parent organization, is a global volunteer-driven movement committed to making a positive impact on children and communities worldwide, one step at a time.

EVENT

SafetyFest in Paso Robles to promote community preparedness and safety awareness

10 a.m. | Check-in at PASOSafe Volunteer Information Booth

10:30 a.m. | Welcoming Ceremony at Park Gazebo

• Presentation of Colors

• National Anthem by Recording Artist Athena Sorensen

PASO ROBLES — On Saturday, June 3, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. PASOSafeTM and the City of Paso Robles Fire & Emergency Services and North SLO County CERT, will present the 2nd Annual SafetyFest, offering music, hands-on safety activities, and important presentations, demonstrations, and exhibits from first responders, emergency services, law enforcement, and the area’s top safety experts.

Throughout the day, motorists entering downtown from the 101 South Spring Street exit will be directed to tune into event radio AM 1640 for event notifications and parking instructions.

KJUG 98.1 will begin broadcasting live from the event at 11 a.m.

This year at SafetyFest, the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) for North San Luis Obispo County will provide a display of playhouse size homes, each devastated by disasters native to the area — wildfires, earthquakes, and floods. The primary objective of the display, Disasterville, is to provide event visitors with a visual diorama to educate them about the destruction caused by disasters and motivate them to prepare for disasters that will occur.

Summary of Event Activities:

11 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Presentations, Demonstrations & Exhibits

Paso Robles Fire & Emergency Services

— Fire prevention, fall prevention

• Paso Robles Police

Department — Traffic safety, gun safety, teen drug use, property protection.

North SLO County

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)

— Disasterville home simulation, emergency, and disaster response training.

SLO County Office of Emergency Services — Reverse 911

Sponsor’s Safety Exhibits

• Paso Robles Chevrolet:

Two Vehicles with Drivers’ Safety

Innovations

Cal Poly Cybersecurity

Institute: Cybersecurity

• Premier Valley Bank: Financial Safety & Security

• K-Man Cyclery: Bicycle Safety

Paso Robles Waste & Recycle: Eco-friendly & Clean Environment

1:30 to 2 p.m. | Taco-Eating Contest

All Day Family Fun Day Safety Exhibits, Activities and Demonstrations

Include:

Disasterville Paso Robles Fire &

Emergency: Activities

• Boy Scouts: Home Evacuation Activity

• Girl Scouts: Go-Bag Activity

• USCG: Water Safety: Life Ring Toss

CHP & Paso Police: Vehicle, Road & Pedestrian Safety

• Paso Petcare: Pet Safety

• PG&E: Power Grid Demonstration

• San Luis Ambulance: Kids Coloring Activity

All Day: Kid-Zone/+ Activities

Children’s Museum Firetruck in the Park Paso Robles Recreation Department Acti v ities

• Life Ring Toss Sack Races & 3-Legged Races

Tug-O-War

Toddler Cornhole & Hula Hoops

• Snack Vendors: Shaved Ice, Hot Dogs

SafetyFest event proceeds support the North San Luis Obispo Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), a public beneficiary program (sponsored by Paso Robles Fire and Emergency Services and funds managed by SLO County Sheriff’s Advisory Foundation) that educates volunteers about disaster preparedness for the hazards that may impact our community and trains them in basic disaster response skills.

SafetyFest exhibit spaces are also available through May 29.

Good News • Real News • Your Hometown News NONPROFIT

June Activities at Paso Robles City Library

Paso Robles City Library has announced its calendar of events and activities happening in June

Wish You Were Here! Explore Australia with Carol Singleton Journey with avid traveler Carol Singleton as she takes you on a captivating adventure through the Island Continent. On Wednesday, June 28, from 6 to 7 p.m., join us in the Library Conference Room as Carol shares her experiences ranging from the awe-inspiring outback to vibrant cities and the magnificent Great Barrier Reef. Prepare to be enthralled by the vast landscapes, immerse yourself in the indigenous culture, and marvel at the natural beauty of the national parks. With a comprehensive tour by plane, train, automobile, and boat, this presentation is sure to ignite your wanderlust and inspire you to add Australia to your travel bucket list.

Dive into Crafting this Summer

Join us for an exciting crafting adventure as we continue the oceanthemed celebration of the Library’s Summer Reading Program — Dive into Summer. On Wednesday, July 5, from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Library Conference Room, participants will have the opportunity to create a beautiful ocean-themed pendant using polymer clay and wire construction techniques. Suitable for crafters of beginner and intermediate levels, this class will allow you to design and personalize your pendant, which can be worn on the included leather thong throughout the summer. Registration with a Paso Robles Library card is required between June 9-23 to secure your spot. Craft materials can be picked up on July 5, and light refreshments will be provided. Don’t miss out on this creative experience for ages 16 and above. The Summer Reading Program is made possible by the generous support of the Paso Robles Library Foundation.

Bruce Cook Photography on display in June

Prepare to be captivated by the stunning display of photographic whimsy as Bruce Cook, a talented photographer, digital artist, and retired structural engineer, returns with a fresh collection of his work. Known for combining photography and digital post-processing techniques with a passion for fiction-writing, Cook creates images that blur the line between fantasy and reality. To explore more of Cook’s amazing portfolio, visit balancookphotography.com. For further information about art displays in the library, please visit prcity.com or contact Don Rader at 805-237-3870.

‘Soul of an Octopus’ by Sy Montgomery Delve into the depths of the ocean-themed discussion during the Summer Reading Program with Sy Montgomery’s intriguing book, “Soul of an Octopus.” Join us on Wednesday, June 21, from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Library Conference Room as we explore Montgomery’s immersive journey into the world of these captivating creatures. From New England aquarium tanks to the reefs of French Polynesia and the Gulf of Mexico, Montgomery befriends octopuses with diverse personalities, revealing their intelligence and fascinating nature. This unique love story between human and mollusk is funny, entertaining, touching, and profound, shedding light on the remarkable meeting of two vastly different minds. Registration is required for each participant aged 16 and above. The Library Summer Reading Program — Dive into Reading — is proudly sponsored by the Library Foundation.

Dive into Reading this Summer Summer in the City wouldn’t be complete without the library’s beloved Summer Reading Program. Embrace this year’s theme, Dive into Reading, by joining the reading challenge. Simply register through Beanstack, grab a good book, and get started. Remember to log your minutes to earn fantastic prizes. One lucky reader will even win the grand prize, a one-year membership to the Monterey Bay Aquarium, offering an up-close and personal experience with all the sea’s fascinating creatures. Dive into fun-filled, family-friendly classes and activities every Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. June offers an array of exciting programs designed to keep you coming back for more! Some programs require free admission tickets, available 30 minutes prior to the start. Visit prcity.com for all the details on the library’s Summer Reading Program, sponsored by the Library Foundation. The Paso Robles City Library is located at 1000 Spring Street and is open Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit prcity.com.

The NONPROFIT

Atascadero Greyhound Foundation

AWARENESS - PREVENTION - INTERVENTION - EDUCATION

CONTACT INFO

P.O. Box 3120, Atascadero, CA 93423 (805)712-6356 atascaderogreyhound foundation.org

About: The Atascadero Greyhound Foundation has been serving the Atascadero community for more than 20 years, gradually adding more events that serve its mission. We have grown, and continue to give because of the generous donors, sponsors and participants of our events. Our events are a benefit to the community in healthy activity — either athletically, musically, educationally, or in the fight against addiction.

Donations: Our support comes from generous donors and sponsors. To make a difference, visit: atascaderogreyhoundfoundation.org/donate.html

Friends of the Paso Robles Library

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

CONTACT INFO

1000 Spring Street Paso Robles, CA 93446 (805) 237-3870 prcity.com

Support the Library through a Friends of the Library membership, starting as low as $10/year. The Friends of the Library appreciates donations, which are either added to the Library’s collection or used to generate considerable funds toward the purchase of new books, library materials, programs, services, etc. upport the Library in a 100% volunteer-run retail environment. We are seeking volunteers to assist with Gift Shop sales, book donation sorting, and to provide book sale support. Due to limited storage space and staff, we are only able to accept two boxes or two bags of materials per household per day. Cash donations always welcome!

BOARD MEETINGS:

Call 805-237-3870 for info

Cancer Support Community – California Central Coast

DONATION OPPORTUNITIES

CONTACT INFO

1051 Las Tablas Rd. Templeton, CA 93465

(805) 238-4411

Monday - Thursday 9 am – 4 pm

Fridays by Appointment cscslo.org

CONTACT INFO

6875 Union Road Paso Robles, CA 93446 (805) 237-3751 redwingshorse sanctuary.org

All of our direct services are provided free of charge. Your donations make this possible. You can trust that you are making a difference for local families. We know you have many options when it comes to putting your charitable gifts to work! Our funds go towards the invaluable programs and services that help so many in our community facing cancer. Our online donations are processed securely through authorize.net. Your donations are 100% tax-deductible.

For more information or to discover how you can help, visit cscslo.org/DonationOptions

Redwings Horse Sanctuary

For information about making donations, adoptions, etc, visit redwingshorsesanctuary.com. For upcoming events, visit facebook.com/pg/redwingshorses/events

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Redwings is always looking for volunteers to help us provide the highest standard of care for our horses and burros. You do not need to have any prior horse experience to volunteer at Redwings. If you would like to work with our horses, the first step is to take a Volunteer Training Class. This class covers sanctuary rules, basic safe horsemanship skills, and an introduction to some of the horses that you will be working with. After completion of the class you are welcome to come volunteer and help with the horses any time during our volunteer hours. Volunteer hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 8am to 3:30pm, and we are closed on Sundays and Mondays. Note: We do not allow volunteers to ride the horses at Redwings. There are other ways to get involved and volunteer at Redwings too. We have opportunities to help in our rose and memorial garden, volunteering in the office, helping with events and fundraising, and more. Please submit the form below to schedule a volunteer training or contact our office: info@redwingshorsesanctuary.org or (805) 237-3751.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO.

Petition of ROSA MARIA DE LA LUZ NOVAS for change of name, case no. 23CVP0138

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

1. Petitioner: ROSA MARIA DE LA LUZ NOVAS filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follow: a. Present name: SAHID MATEO INZUNZA GALINDO

to Proposed name: SAHID MATEO NOVAS

2. The court orders that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before the court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for the change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 06/07/2023

Time: 9:30am Dept: P2

b. The address of the court is 901 PARK STREET, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446

c. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county: PASO ROBLES PRESS Date: 04/26/2023 /s/ TANA

L. COATES, Judge of the Superior Court.

FICTITIOUS

CIRCLE, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY

THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: AN INDIVIDUAL, DANIELLE MARIE-PAULINE RANSFORD, 620 CLYDESDALE CIRCLE, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446

If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/Organization I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.)

/S/ DANIELLE MARIE-PAULINE RANSFORD

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 05/05/2023

TRANSACTING BUSINESS

DATE: 01/02/2023

CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

ELAINA CANO, County Clerk By GUGALDE, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 05/05/2028

PUB: 05/11, 05/18, 05/25, 06/01/2023

LEGAL CM 229

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20231132 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: PACIFIC AIR, 9152 SANTA BARBARA ROAD, ATASCADERO, CA 93422, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: A CORPORATION, CENTRAL COAST HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING, INC., 9152 SANTA BARBARA ROAD, ATASCADERO, CA 93422 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/Organization CA I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.)

CENTRAL COAST HEATING

& AIR CONDITIONING, INC., LESLIE BAIER, CEO This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 05/05/2023 TRANSACTING BUSINESS DATE: 06/01/1981

CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. ELAINA CANO, County Clerk By MSTILETTO, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 05/05/2028 PUB: 05/11, 05/18, 05/25, 06/01/2023

LEGAL CM 230

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20231012 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: GRACIE BARRA ATASCADERO, 2160 EL CAMINO REAL, ATASCADERO, CA 93422, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, CENTRAL COAST BJJ LLC, 2035 SUMMIT DR., PASO ROBLES, CA 93446 If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/Organization CA I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.)

/S/ CENTRAL COAST BJJ LLC, EVAN LINCER, MANAGING MEMBER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 04/21/2023

TRANSACTING BUSINESS

DATE: 12/28/2022

CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

ELAINA CANO, County Clerk By ATRUJILLO, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 04/21/2028

PUB: 05/11, 05/18, 05/25, 06/01/2023

LEGAL CM 231

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20231119

THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S)

IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS

AS: MOES PIZZA, 7339 EL CAMINO REAL, ATASCADERO, CA 93422, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY

THIS BUSINESS IS CON-

DUCTED BY: A CORPORA-

TION, MOE’S INC., 518

SPRING ST, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446

If Corporation or LLC- CA State of Incorporation/Organization CA I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows is false is guilty of a crime.) /S/ MOE’S INC., MOHAMED REZK, CEO

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo County on 05/04/2023

TRANSACTING BUSINESS

DATE: NOT APPLICABLE CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

ELAINA CANO, County Clerk By GUGALDE, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 05/04/2028

a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

ELAINA CANO, County Clerk By GUGALDE, Deputy New Fictitious Business Name Statement, Expires 05/04/2028 PUB: 05/11, 05/18, 05/25, 06/01/2023 LEGAL CM 233

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No 20231073 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS/ARE DOING BUSINESS AS: MOE’S MEDITERRANEAN, 1035 CHORRO STREET, SAN

tions, please contact the Administrative Services Department at 805-4703428.

DATED: May 23, 2023

S/ Jeri Rangel, Administrative Services Director

PUBLISH: 06/01/2023

LEGAL CM 266

RESOLUTION 2023-026

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS FOR THE ATASCADERO LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 03 (DE ANZA ESTATES) FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023/2024

The City Council of the City of Atascadero (hereafter referred to as “City Council”) does resolve as follows:

WHEREAS, The City Council has by previous Resolution initiated proceedings for fiscal year 2023/2024 regarding the levy and collection of assessments for the Atascadero Landscaping and Lighting District No. 3 (hereafter referred to as the “District”). Pursuant to the provisions of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2, Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code (commencing with section 22500) (hereafter referred to as the “Act”), assessments for the District shall be levied and collected by the County of San Luis Obispo for the City of Atascadero to pay the maintenance and services of the improvements and facilities related thereto; and

WHEREAS, the proposed District assessments for fiscal year 2023/2024 are less than or equal to the maximum assessments previously approved in accordance with the requirements of the California Constitution, Article XIIID; and

WHEREAS, there has now been presented to this City Council an Engineer’s Annual Levy Report (hereafter referred to as the “Engineer’s Report”), and said Engineer’s Report has been filed with the City Clerk in accordance with the Act; and

WHEREAS, the City Council has examined and reviewed the Engineer’s Report as presented and is satisfied with the Report, each of the budget items and documents as set forth therein and is satisfied that the proposed assessments contained therein, have been spread in accordance with the benefits received from the improvements, operation, maintenance and services to be performed within the District, as set forth in said Report.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Atascadero as follows:

SECTION 1. The above recitals are true and correct.

SECTION 2 The City Council hereby declares its intention to seek the annual levy and collection of assessments within the District pursuant to the Act, over and including the lands, lots and parcels within the District boundary. The City Council further declares its intention to levy

and collect assessments on such land to pay the annual costs and expenses of the improvements and services described in Section 4 of this Resolution, for fiscal year 2023/2024.

SECTION 3. The boundaries of the District are described in the Engineer’s Report and are consistent with the boundary established and described in the original formation documents, on file with the City Clerk, and incorporated herein by reference. The District is within the boundaries of the City of Atascadero, within the County of San Luis Obispo, State of California and includes the territory known as De Anza Estates and referred to as the “Atascadero Landscaping and Lighting District No. 03”.

SECTION 4. The improvements within the District include the ongoing maintenance, operation and servicing of local landscaping and street lighting improvements established or installed in connection with development of properties within the District. These improvements generally include, but are not limited to the materials, equipment, utilities, labor, appurtenant facilities and expenses necessary for the ongoing maintenance and operation of public street lighting as well as landscaped parkways, medians, slopes, trails, park areas, drainage basins, open space areas and other designated easements or right-of-ways constructed and installed as part of the development plans and agreements approved for the development of each lot and parcel within the District.

SECTION 5. The proposed assessments for fiscal year 2023/2024, as outlined in the Engineer’s Report, do not exceed the maximum assessment approved by the property owners through a property owner balloting proceeding conducted in 2005. As such, the proposed assessments do not constitute an increased assessment and do not require additional property owner approval in accordance with the requirements of the California Constitution, Article XIIID.

SECTION 6. The City Council hereby declares its intention to conduct a Public Hearing concerning the District and the levy of assessments in accordance with Chapter 3, Section 22626 of the Act.

SECTION 7. Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing on these matters will be held by the City Council on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at 6:00 p.m., at the City Council Chambers, 6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero, California or as soon thereafter as feasible. At the Public Hearing, all interested persons shall be given an opportunity to hear and be heard on the proposed assessment to be levied for fiscal year 2023/2024 as contained in the Engineer’s Report on file in the City Clerk’s Office.

SECTION 8. The City Clerk shall give notice of the time and place of the Public Hearing to all property owners within the District pursuant to Sections 22626, 22552 and 22553 of the Act and 6061 of the Government

Code by publishing this Resolution of Intention in a local newspaper one time at least 10 days prior to the Public Hearing.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 9th day of May, 2023.

On motion by Council Member Dariz and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Funk, the foregoing Resolution is hereby adopted in its entirety on the following roll call vote:

AYES: Council Members Bourbeau, Dariz, Funk, Newsom and Mayor Moreno

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN: cITY OF ATASCADERO

Heather Moreno, Mayor

ATTEST: Lara K. Christensen, City Clerk LEGAL CM 267

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

DATE: June 13, 2023

TIME: 6:00 p.m.

PLACE: City of Atascadero Council Chambers 6500 Palma Avenue Atascadero, CA 93422

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV-

EN that the City Council of the City of Atascadero will hold a PUBLIC HEARING

in-person and virtually at the time and place above for the purpose of adopting a resolution ordering a levy and collection of assessments for fiscal year 2023-2024 for Street and Storm Drain Maintenance District No. 03 (De Anza Estates). A copy of the draft resolution can be viewed by appointment in the offices of City Hall, 6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero, or by contacting the Administrative Services Department at (805) 470- 3428.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that if a challenge to the above action is made in court, persons may be limited to raising only those issues they or someone else raised at the public hearing described in the notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.

ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend in-person or virtually and will be given an opportunity to speak in favor or opposition. Individuals who wish to participate remotely may call (669) 900-6833

(Meeting ID: 889 2347 9018) to listen and provide public comment via phone or via the Zoom platform using the link posted on the Agenda page. Written comments are also accepted by the City Clerk, prior to the hearing at 6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422 or cityclerk@atascadero. org and will be distributed to the City Council. Email comments must identify the Agenda Item Number in the subject line of the email. All written public comments must be received by 12:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. No written comments will be read into the record.

INTERESTED PERSONS may access the livestreamed meeting through the City’s website, the City’s

YouTube channel, on Zoom, SLO-SPAN.org, on Spectrum cable Channel 20 in Atascadero and listen live on KPRL Radio 1230AM and 99.3 FM. Information regarding the hearing is filed in the City Clerk’s office and is available on the City’s website at www.atascadero. org/agendas.

For more information, of if you have any questions, please contact the Administrative Services Department at 805-4703428.

DATED: May 23, 2023

S/ Jeri Rangel, Administrative Services Director PUBLISH: 06/01/2023 LEGAL CM 268

RESOLUTION 2023-032

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS FOR THE ATASCADERO LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 02 (WOODRIDGE) FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023/2024

The City Council of the City of Atascadero (hereafter referred to as “City Council”) does resolve as follows:

WHEREAS, The City Council has by previous Resolution initiated proceedings for fiscal year 2023/2024 regarding the levy and collection of assessments for the Atascadero Landscaping and Lighting District No. 02 (Woodridge) (hereafter referred to as the “District”).

Pursuant to the provisions of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2, Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code (commencing with section 22500) (hereafter referred to as the “Act”), assessments for the District shall be levied and collected by the County of San Luis Obispo for the City of Atascadero to pay the maintenance and services of the improvements and facilities related thereto; and

WHEREAS, the proposed District assessments for fiscal year 2023/2024 are less than or equal to the maximum assessments previously approved in accordance with the requirements of the California Constitution, Article XIIID; and

WHEREAS, there has now been presented to this City Council an Engineer’s Annual Levy Report (hereafter referred to as the “Engineer’s Report”), and said Engineer’s Report has been filed with the City Clerk in accordance with the Act; and

WHEREAS, the City Council has examined and reviewed the Engineer’s Report as presented and is satisfied with the Report, each of the budget items and documents as set forth therein and is satisfied that the proposed assessments contained therein, have been spread in accordance with the benefits received from the improvements, operation, maintenance and services to be performed within the District, as set forth in said Report.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Atascadero pursuant to Chapter 3, Section 22624 of

the Act, as follows:

SECTION 1. The above recitals are true and correct.

SECTION 2. The City Council hereby declares its intention to seek the annual levy and collection of assessments within the District pursuant to the Act, over and including the lands, lots and parcels within the District boundary. The City Council further declares its intention to levy and collect assessments on such land to pay the annual costs and expenses of the improvements and services described in Section 4 of this Resolution, for fiscal year 2023/2024.

SECTION 3. The boundaries of the District are described in the Engineer’s Report and are consistent with the boundary established and described in the original formation documents, on file with the City Clerk, and incorporated herein by reference. The District is within the boundaries of the City of Atascadero, within the County of San Luis Obispo, State of California and includes the territory known as Woodridge and referred to as the “Atascadero Landscaping and Lighting District No. 02”.

SECTION 4. The improvements within the District include the ongoing maintenance, operation and servicing of local landscaping and street lighting improvements established or installed in connection with development of properties within the District. These improvements generally include, but are not limited to the materials, equipment, utilities, labor, appurtenant facilities and expenses necessary for the ongoing maintenance and operation of public street lighting as well as landscaped parkways, medians, slopes, trails, park areas, drainage basins, open space areas and other designated easements or right-of-ways constructed and installed as part of the development plans and agreements approved for the development of each lot and parcel within the District.

SECTION 5. The proposed assessments for fiscal year 2023/2024, as outlined in the Engineer’s Report, do not exceed the maximum assessment approved by the property owners through a property owner balloting proceeding conducted in 2005. As such, the proposed assessments do not constitute an increased assessment and do not require additional property owner approval in accordance with the requirements of the California Constitution, Article XIIID.

SECTION 6. The City Council hereby declares its intention to conduct a Public Hearing concerning the District and the levy of assessments in accordance with Chapter 3, Section 22626 of the Act.

SECTION 7. Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing on these matters will be held by the City Council on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at 6:00 p.m., at the City Council Chambers, 6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero, California or as soon thereafter as feasible. At the Public Hearing, all interested persons shall be given an opportunity to hear and be heard on the

proposed assessment to be levied for fiscal year 2023/2024 as contained in the Engineer’s Report on file in the City Clerk’s Office.

SECTION 8. The City Clerk shall give notice of the time and place of the Public Hearing to all property owners within the District pursuant to Sections 22626, 22552 and 22553 of the Act and 6061 of the Government Code by publishing this Resolution of Intention in a local newspaper one time at least 10 days prior to the Public Hearing.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 9th day of May, 2023.

On motion by Council Member Dariz and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Funk, the foregoing Resolution is hereby adopted in its entirety on the following roll call vote:

AYES: Council Members Bourbeau, Dariz, Funk, Newsom and Mayor Moreno NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: cITY OF ATASCADERO Heather Moreno, Mayor

ATTEST: Lara K. Christensen, City Clerk LEGAL CM 269

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

DATE: June 13, 2023

TIME: 6:00 p.m.

PLACE: City of Atascadero Council Chambers 6500 Palma Avenue Atascadero, CA 93422

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Atascadero will hold a PUBLIC HEARING in-person and virtually at the time and place above for the purpose of adopting a resolution ordering a levy and collection of assessments for fiscal year 2023-2024 for Street and Storm Drain Maintenance District No. 02 (Woodridge). A copy of the draft resolution can be viewed by appointment at City Hall, 6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero, or by contacting the Administrative Services Department at (805) 470- 3428.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that if a challenge to the above action is made in court, persons may be limited to raising only those issues they or someone else raised at the public hearing described in the notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Council at, or prior to, the public hearing. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend in-person or virtually and will be given an opportunity to speak in favor or opposition. Individuals who wish to participate remotely may call (669) 900-6833 (Meeting ID: 889 2347 9018) to listen and provide public comment via phone or via the Zoom platform using the link posted on the Agenda page. Written comments are also accepted by the City Clerk, prior to the hearing at 6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422 or cityclerk@atascadero. org and will be distributed

to the City Council. Email comments must identify the Agenda Item Number in the subject line of the email. All written public comments must be received by 12:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. No written comments will be read into the record.

INTERESTED PERSONS may access the livestreamed meeting through the City’s website, the City’s YouTube channel, on Zoom, SLO-SPAN.org, on Spectrum cable Channel 20 in Atascadero and listen live on KPRL Radio 1230AM and 99.3 FM. Information regarding the hearing is filed in the City Clerk’s office and is available on the City’s website at www.atascadero. org/agendas. For more information, of if you have any questions, please contact the Administrative Services Department at 805-4703428.

DATED: May 23, 2023 S/ Jeri Rangel, Administrative Services Director PUBLISH: 06/01/2023 LEGAL CM 270

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING RESOLUTION NO. 2023034

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AN ANNUAL ASSESSMENT ON LODGING BUSINESSES WITHIN THE ATASCADERO TOURISM BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, PURSUANT TO STREETS & HIGHWAYS CODE SECTION 36500 ET.SEQ.

WHEREAS, the City Atascadero (“City”) has formed the Atascadero Tourism Business Improvement District, pursuant to Section 26500 of the Streets & Highways Code of the State of California; and

WHEREAS, the City Council has received an annual report pursuant to Section 36533 of said Code; and

WHEREAS, the City Council has approved said report and is required to adopt a resolution of intention pursuant to Section 36534.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Atascadero:

SECTION 1. The City Council hereby declares its intent to levy and collect assessments within the Atascadero Tourism Business Improvement District for Fiscal Year 202324.

SECTION 2. The ATBID includes all of the lodging businesses, including hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, and each business defined as a “hotel” in Section 3-3.02 of Chapter 3 (Transient Occupancy Tax) of the Atascadero Municipal Code (“Lodging Businesses”) within the corporate boundaries of the City.

SECTION 3. The activities to be funded by the levy of assessments against Lodging Businesses within the ATBID are tourism promotions and marketing programs to promote the City as a tourism destination and projects, programs, and activities that benefit Lodging Businesses

located and operating within the boundaries of the ATBID. The proposed activities will primarily be targeted at increasing transient stays at Lodging Businesses.

SECTION 4. The City Council sets June 13, 2023 as the date of the public hearing on the levy of assessments. The public hearing will be held at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as practicable, in the City of Atascadero Council Chambers, 6500 Palma Ave., Atascadero, California 93422.

SECTION 5. A protest may be made orally or in writing by any owner of a Lodging Business that is within the ATBID boundaries and subject to the ATBID assessment. Written protests must be received by the City Clerk, City of Atascadero, before the close of the public hearing and may be delivered or mailed to the City Clerk, Atascadero, 6500 Palma Ave., Atascadero, California 93422. A written protest may be withdrawn in writing at any time before the conclusion of the public hearing.

SECTION 6. Further information regarding the proposed ATBID may be obtained from the City Manager’s Office, City of Atascadero, 6500 Palma Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422.

SECTION 7. The City Clerk is directed to provide notice of the public hearing on the proposed ATBID by causing this Resolution to be published once in a newspaper of general circulation in the City not less than seven days before said hearing.

On motion by Council Member Bourbeau and seconded by Council Member Dariz, the foregoing Resolution is hereby adopted in its entirety on the following roll call vote:

AYES: Council Members Bourbeau, Dariz, Newsom, Mayor Pro Tem Funk and Mayor Moreno

NOES: None

ABSTAIN: None

ADOPTED: May 23, 2023

CITY OF ATASCADERO

By: Heather Moreno, Mayor

ATTEST: Lara K. Christensen, City Clerk Publish once on 6/1/23 LEGAL CM 271

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

RESOLUTION NO. 2023033

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE CITY’S INTENT TO LEVY AN ANNUAL ASSESSMENT PURSUANT TO STREETS & HIGHWAYS CODE SECTION 36500 ET. SEQ.

WHEREAS, the City of Atascadero has formed a Parking and Business Improvement Area, pursuant to Section 36500 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California; and

WHEREAS, the City Council has received a report pursuant to Section 36533 of said Code; and

WHEREAS, the City Council has approved such report and is required to adopt a resolution of intention pursuant to Section 36534; and WHEREAS, the report proposes no changes to the

boundaries or assessment amounts that currently apply in said area; and

WHEREAS, the report identifies the proposed improvements and activities for the area based upon the National Main Street Program four point approach, on file in the City Clerk’s Office and incorporated herein by this reference.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Atascadero:

SECTION 1. The City Council herby declares its intent to levy and collect assessments within the Parking and Business Improvement Area for Fiscal Year 2023-2024.

SECTION 2. The area is known as the Downtown Parking and Business Improvement Area. The area is generally located in the downtown core including the area between Highway 41 on the south, Rosario Avenue on the north, Highway 101 on the west, and an irregular boundary generally along Santa Ysabel Avenue on the east.

SECTION 3. Consistent with Section 36527 of the Streets and Highways Code, Ordinance No. 116 proposes the following uses of Downtown Parking and Business Improvement Area revenue: a. The acquisition, construction, or maintenance of parking facilities for the benefit of the area.

b. Decoration of public place in the area.

c. Promotion of public events that are to take place on or in public places in the area.

d. The general promotion of business activities in the area.

SECTION 4. A report, which includes a full and detailed description of the improvements and activities to be provided in the 2023-2024 fiscal year, the boundaries of the area, and the proposed assessments to be levied upon the businesses within the area for Fiscal Year 20232024, is on file in the City Clerk’s Office and incorporated herein by this reference.

SECTION 5. The City Council will hold a public hearing on the levy of the proposed assessment for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 on June 13, 2023 at 6:00 p.m., or sometime shortly thereafter, in the City Council Chambers, 6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero.

SECTION 6. Written or oral protests may be made at the hearing. The form of the protests shall comply with Sections 36524 and 36525 of the Streets and Highways Code.

SECTION 7. The City Clerk is hereby directed to give notice of the public hearing by causing this Resolution to be published once in a newspaper of general circulation in the City not less than seven days before said hearing.

On motion by Council Member Bourbeau and seconded by Council Member Dariz, the foregoing Resolution is hereby adopted in its entirety on the following roll call vote:

AYES: Council Members Bourbeau, Dariz, Newsom, Mayor Pro Tem Funk and Mayor Moreno

NOES: None

ABSTAIN: None

ADOPTED: May 23, 2023

CITY OF ATASCADERO

By: Heather Moreno, Mayor ATTEST: Lara K. Christensen, City Clerk Publish once on 6/1/2023

LEGAL CM 272

WORSHIP DIRECTORY

ATASCADERO GOSPEL CHAPEL

8205 Curbaril Ave. (corner of Curbaril & Atascadero Ave.): Sunday service at 10:30 a.m. Ted Mort, Pastor. (805) 466-0175. atascaderogospelchapel.org

AWAKENING WAYS SPIRITUAL COMMUNITY

A New Thought Spiritual Community. Living the Consciously Awakened Life. Rev. Elizabeth Rowley Hogue Sunday 10:00am at the Pavilion 9315 Pismo Way, Atascadero (805) 460-0762. awakeningways.org

GRACE CENTRAL COAST NORTH COUNTY CAMPUS

9325 El Bordo Avenue, Atascadero; Sunday Services at 9:30 and 11 a.m.; (805) 543-2358; gracecentralcoast.org; Helping people find and follow Jesus.

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE CHURCH

238 17th St. Paso Robles; Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 10 a.m.; Our Wednesday Testimony; Meeting is the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m.; Reading room-same location after services & by apportionment.

FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH

9925 Morro Road, Atascadero; "The Church on the Hill"; An independent church committed to the teaching of God's Word.; Praise and Prayer - 10 a.m.; Morning Worship - 11 a.m.; Evening Worship - 6 p.m.; Wednesday Prayer - 6:30 p.m.; Nursery care and children's classes provided.; Pastor Jorge Guerrero; (805) 461-9197.

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH

535 Creston Road., Paso Robles ; (805) 238-3549 ; Dr. Gary M. Barker, Pastor; Goal of church: To teach Believers to love God and people.; Sundays: 9 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Service; 6 p.m. Eve Service; Wednesdays: 7 p.m. prayer meeting.

HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH ELCA

A place of hope! Join us for in-person worship on Sundays at 9 A.M. Services are also streamed on our YouTube channel, Hope Lutheran Church Atascadero. We offer Sunday School for all ages after worship. Learn more at ourhopelutheran.net. 8005 San Gabriel Road, Atascadero. 805.461.0430. office@ourhopelutheran.org.

LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE REDEEMER-LCMS

4500 El Camino Real, Atascadero; 466-9350; Morning Bible class at 9 a.m. Sunday; Coffee and Sunday Worship with Holy Communion at 10 a.m. Sunday; Thursday morning Bible class 10 a.m. followed by refreshments and fellowship; Developmentally disabled Bible class 1st and 3rd Saturday mornings; redeemeratascadero.org; redeemeratascadero@gmail.com; Pastor Wayne Riddering.

PLYMOUTH CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, UCC

We honor ancient scriptures, responding to God’s contemporary call to be just and kind.; Join us for Worship Sunday, 10 a.m.; Church School Sunday, 10:15 a.m.; Coffee Fellowship 11 a.m.; Men’s Bible Study, Wednesday, 8 a.m.; Women’s Bible Study, Friday, 10 a.m.; Youth Group; 1301 Oak St., Paso Robles; (805) 238-3321.

ST. ROSE OF LIMA CATHOLIC CHURCH

820 Creston Road., Paso Robles; (805) 238-2218- Parish Office open Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; website: www.saintrosechurch.org; Mass times;Daily Mass- 12:00 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.; Tues. 7 p.m. Spanish; Saturday 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Spanish Vigil Mass; Sunday 8 a.m. & 10 a.m.; Spanish Mass at 12:30PM. Father Rudolfo Contreras.

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH

940 Creston Road, Paso Robles; has Sunday worship services at 9:30 a.m; For more information, call the church at (805) 238-3702. Ext. 206.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF ATASCADERO

11605 El Camino Real, Atascadero; Sunday Service Time: 10 a.m.; Nurs-ery Care Provided:; 9:45 a.m.- 12:15 p.m.; Mid-week student ministry; PreK-12th grade Sept-April, Weds, 4 p.m.; (805) 466-2566; Pastor Steve Poteete-Marshall; atascaderoumc.org.

ST. LUKE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

513 Palma Ave., Atascadero; Sunday services: Holy Eucharist — 9 a.m., Taize — 8 p.m.; the Rev. W. Merritt Greenwood, interim director; the Rev. James Arnold, Deacon; the Rev. Jacqueline Sebro, Deacon; office (805) 466-0379, fax (805) 466-6399; website stlukesatascadero.org; email office@stlukesatascadero.org

THE REVIVAL CENTER

A division of Alpha Beth Ministries; 3850 Ramada Drive (corner of Ramada and Cow Meadow), Paso Robles; 805-434-5170; Pastor Gabe Abdelaziz; a charismatic non-denominational fellowship; Reaching People, Building Homes; Sundays 10am, Wednesday 7pm; alphabeth@tcsn.net, www.alphabeth.org; Instagram @the_ revival_center

Be included in the Atascadero News & Paso Robles Press Worship Directory for an entire year at $175

barbie butz COLUMNIST

Recipes to get the party started

Baked New Potatoes

some capacity that has kept us free. And let’s not forget our current heroes who are serving now.

• Pepper to taste

Ilistened to a program on Memorial Day about the “Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknowns” at Arlington Cemetery in Washington, D.C. It reminded me of a summer when our three boys were all in elementary school, and we took a trip across the United States in our camper. One of our stops was a visit to Arlington Cemetery, where we viewed that ceremony. To this day, we still talk about being there and how it affected each one of us.

My husband, John, proudly wears a hat that signifies that he served in the Army during the Korean War. Someone always says, “Thank you for your service.” Those simple, thoughtful words mean so much to a veteran. Please keep that in mind when you know that someone has served in the military or in

The community summer concerts are due to start this month, and I had an idea for a party. Invite a group of friends to bring their own chairs and gather at the concert, usually located at a park. Serve appetizers, wine, and a simple dessert. You will only need lots of napkins and disposable wine glasses because the food can only be eaten with your fingers.

Go to the park early so you can secure a picnic table or find an area where you can set up a small folding table without blocking the view of the band. Use a colorful tablecloth and serve the appetizers in wicker baskets or easy-to-handle plastic trays. Serve white wine or a Sangria that you keep chilled in an ice chest. Eight to 10 guests would be manageable. And think about it, you won’t have to clean your house. With that party idea in mind, the recipes for this week will help you get the party started.

Ingredients:

1 or 2 small new potatoes per person

4 containers of garnishes:

sour cream, chopped ham, grated cheese, sliced scallions, or garnishes of your choice

• Salt and pepper

Directions:

Wash the potatoes and pierce once with a fork. Arrange in a layer on baking sheet. Bake in a 350-degree oven until tender. Adjust quantities of toppings according to the number of potatoes. Remove potatoes from oven and let cool. Carefully cut off a slice from the top of each one and scoop out some of the potatoes from the center, forming a “bowl” for the garnishes.

Note: Provide plastic spoons for serving garnishes.

Green Olive Eggs

Ingredients:

6 hard-boiled eggs

1/2 teaspoon dry mustard

3 tablespoons butter (at room temperature)

• 2 tablespoons finely chopped green olives with pimento

Dog House Days

lee pitts COLUMNIST

Ilove all animals, with only two exceptions: rattlesnakes and cats. Rattlesnakes are deadly serpents sent by the Devil, and cats are just annoying balls of fur.

As kids, we went to a ranch owned by a bar buddy of my dad’s that was infested with rattlers. We went to Yale T Richardson’s ranch to cut firewood and to shoot at beer cans with a .22 rifle that my brother and I owned in partnership. It was drummed into my empty head before going to Yale T’s that rattlesnakes should be killed every chance you got. If you saw one by the side of the road you always stopped to chop its head off with a shovel carried specifically for that purpose.

There were plenty of beer cans at Yale T’s, but I remember being very disappointed that I never came face to face with a rattlesnake because I wanted to test a theory I’d heard that said

if you point a rifle at a rattler, you couldn’t miss because the snake will look at the end of the gun and follow it with its eerie eyes. This is supposedly why snake charmers play a clarinet-like instrument called a “pungi” because the snake will be mesmerized and follow the musical instrument with its head. As part of my research, I tried to get my sister to play her clarinet in front of one of Yale T’s rattlers, but she wasn’t willing to make the ultimate sacrifice in the pursuit of science.

I paid for my college education by working in the dry, dusty oilfields, which were known for two things: being extremely hot and harboring a sizable snake population. On my first day, I was told that since we’d be working close to the “doghouse” at headquarters, I could just leave my Roy Rogers lunch bucket there. The fact that someone even acknowledged my existence should have been a red flag, but I was greener than a gourd and didn’t yet appreciate how mean roughnecks, roustabouts, pumpers, and mechanics could be. When I opened my lunch bucket, instead of finding a

peanut butter and jelly sandwich and a Twinkie, I stared straight into the beady eyes of a coiled rattlesnake.

How was I supposed to know it was dead?

Ha, ha, very funny, guys.

Later in the week, I attended my first “safety meeting,” where I was handed my very own rattlesnake kit, which we were instructed to carry with us at all times. Basically, it was a rubber tube that when pulled apart revealed a razor sharp blade and a suction cup with which to suck out the venom. I was told that I’d need to make a deep “X” cut through the fang marks left by the rattler. I’ve always wondered if I’d have had the courage to do such a thing or if I’d just be a sissy and die.

I’ve lived virtually my entire life in rattlesnake country and I kill about one per year. My wife likes to garden and I’m afraid she’ll be bit by one, so I gave her my rattlesnake kit and a pair of catcher’s shin guards for protection.

Because I live in California and cannot buy snake skins legally, my friends often bring me rattlesnake skins which I

2 to 3 tablespoons mayonnaise

6 small pimento-stuffed green olives, halved

Directions:

Peel eggs and cut in half lengthwise. Remove yolks and chop in food processor or push through fine sieve. Reserve whites. In a bowl, mix egg yolks with mustard, butter, chopped olives, mayonnaise, and pepper to taste. Mixture should be fairly firm. Using a pastry tube or spoon fill egg halves with mixture. Top each with an olive half. Refrigerate if not serving immediately.

Note: Recipe does not call for salt since the olives are salty. Use salt only if needed. Makes 12 servings

For a finale, serve this version of Strawberries Romanoff, which is simply fresh strawberries each guest dips in sour cream and rolls in brown sugar, and pops into their mouth. Believe me, you will not need another dessert.

Enjoy the concert. Cheers!

Barbie Butz is an independent columnist for The Atascadero News and Paso Robles Press; you can email her at bbutz1@outlook.com.

incorporate into my leather work. One neighbor brought me a skin five feet long with the diameter of a big log, with which I made him a belt and two water bottles. But before I did that, I put the skin to good use.

I have an acquaintance who I think is a closet PETA member who always wants to borrow my tools that he never returns. Despite my kindness, he never hesitates to tell people that I’m evil because I chop the heads off rattlesnakes. When he called up wanting to borrow a leather hole punch, I harkened back to my doghouse days. I wrapped my neighbor’s huge snakeskin in a coil and placed it in a toolbox. Then when the leach arrived, I acted busy and told him that the hole punch was in the toolbox on my workbench. As he opened the toolbox, I rattled a plastic butter container full of pebbles, and as he ran out of my garage at a world record-setting pace, I yelled, “Hey, you forgot the hole punch.”

Lee Pitts is an independent columnist for The Atascadero News and Paso Robles Press; you can email them at leepitts@ leepittsbooks.com.

A merry heart does good like medicine

Pastor G. Abdelaziz COLUMNIST

Life is filled with ups and downs. Our emotions seem to ricochet off everything that is not useful. Our feelings seem to have no solid footing. I am forever reminding people that our human feelings do not have brains. Our cognitive thought and rationale often evade us when we are sad, angry, lonely, or depressed. All we can see at that moment is our frustration and therefore we tend to color everything through those lenses.

Actress Joan Blondell used a common kitchen timer to pull herself up out of the weeds of

despondency. She said, “I set a timer for 6 1/2 minutes to be lonely and 22 minutes to feel sorry for myself. And when the bell rings, I take a shower, or walk, or swim, or I cook something, and think about something else.”

We, by the grace of God, must control the narrative of our minds. We must pay attention to our own self-talk. Self-talk is the constant stream of communication that we carry on with ourselves. It is the self-talk that will fortify our victories or our losses. The self-talk chooses to paint pictures in our mind. These can be pictures of masterpieces or pictures of misery pieces. It is the mind which will be the steering mechanism of our life. The Bible says, “Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 2:5)

Sometimes, we find ourselves

actually “digging up” to see the bottom. Life is not always as we want it. As a matter of fact, it is often how we don’t want it. But those are the times that we are challenged to survive and then grow. We must motivate ourselves. No one can invent motivation; we must get a hold of the keys of God’s Kingdom and unlock motivation. When there is no motivation in people, people will always resort to complacency. So how do we get free from emotions such as sadness and loneliness? When we only do what is required of us, we remain enslaved. We must do more than that which is required in order to become free. Sadness and loneliness are not gifts from God. They are attacks to weary you, to weaken you, and to steal your joy.

Come on, let’s turn things around. We all feel the difference

between work and play. However, you use the same muscles to play golf as you do to mow the lawn. You use the same brain power to do a crossword puzzle as you do to conduct business. Why is it that work tires you more than play? The only difference is the mental attitude toward those things. If you want to make your day easier and less stressful, make play out of it by changing your attitude. Mark Twain said, “Work is not a concrete thing; it is a mental attitude. Nothing is either work or play but thinking about it makes it so.” So, slap sadness and loneliness in the face and choose to laugh. Remember, “a merry heart does good like medicine.” (Proverbs 17:22)

Pastor Gabe Abdelaziz is an independent columnist for The Atascadero News and Paso Robles Press; you can email him at alphabeth@tcsn.net