The Compton Bulletin

UniverSoul

BRINGS FLAVOR TO THE CIRCUS

MORE than 25 million people have been fortunate enough to witness the UniverSoul Circus. Compton residents and others in surrounding cities in the Southland now have the opportunity to get a glimpse of staged entertainment that Newsweek calls “The coolest show on Earth” and have been dubbed by the Boston Globe as “stunning.” In the 29 years that the circus has operated, there have been many platitudes showered on the traveling circus. UniverSoul Circus began its run in Southern California on March 24 and is expected to entertain folks all the way up to April 16 at the Crystal Casino & Hotel in Compton. For more coverage, please see page 12.

Firebaugh

receives accreditation for academic programs

LYNWOOD, CA.¬ – Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School received a six-year accreditation from the Accrediting Commission of Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS-WASC) for its excellence in meeting the needs of students and providing them with a high-quality education.

CALTRANS, COMPTON CELEBRATE

CLEAN CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY DAYS”

COMPTON, California — On Saturday, March 25, 2023, the city of Compton, Mayor Emma Sharif, Compton College, Assemblymember Mike Gipson (65 th District) and Caltrans District

7 held their first annual “Clean California Community Days ~ Spring into Action” Mini Job Fair, Community Clean-up, and Celebration at Compton College.

FESTIVITIES began after approximately fifty volunteers picked up litter on Artesia Blvd., Santa Fe Avenue and Greenleaf Boulevard near Compton College Campus. Additionally, the city of Compton and Caltrans partnered on Saturday to provide residents with a free Dump Day event to dispose of any bulky items properly and reduce illegal dumping in our

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Firebaugh High School students receive acceptances and scholarships during the HBCU Caravan held on Jan. 23, 2023.

Photos by Dennis J Freeman

Investigators looking into homicide of local man

Los Angeles Sheriff’s homicide investigators are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting death of a male adult. On Friday, March 24, 2023, at approximately 1:33 a.m., Century Sheriff’s station deputies responded to the 2800 block of Imperial Highway, in the city of Lynwood, regarding a gunshot victim call. Upon arriving, they located a male Hispanic adult in his late 30’s suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to the upper torso.

During the initial investigation, deputies learned the victim was working as a rideshare driver and had picked up two male Black adults. During the duration of the rideshare, the victim stopped his vehicle in the parking lot of the indicated location.

The victim and the two passengers were then involved in a physical altercation, at which time, one suspect produced an unknown firearm and shot the victim.

The suspects then fled the scene in the victim’s vehicle. The abandoned vehicle was located a short distance from the location by Century Station deputies.

The male adult victim, resident of Lynwood, was pronounced deceased at the location.

The two male suspects are still outstanding. The investigation is ongoing and currently, there is no additional information.Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500. If you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call “Crime Stoppers” by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” Mobile APP on Google play or the Apple App Store or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org

Compton College diverse workforce hiring meets benchmarks

A commentary by Compton College President/CEO, Dr. Keith Curry

As a true community college, Compton College is steadfast in serving its community with outstanding educational opportunities and resources. To be successful, it is imperative to maintain an academic environment that attracts, hires, and retains faculty and staff who are responsive, knowledgeable, and prepared to meet the needs of the student body.

FACULTY and staff members at Compton College reflect the population of the Compton Community College District, an outcome guided by the 2016 Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, which was designed to ensure diversity, equity, inclusion, cultural competency, and equal

employment opportunity when hiring new employees. Our continued success is attributed to many factors, including adding a director of diversity, compliance, and Title IX position and our partnership with the USC Race and Equity Center to review our hiring process and procedures, which started in the 20192020 academic year. The college is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, ensuring a welcoming, and thriving environment for all of its employees, students, and surrounding communities. To achieve this, the college uses equity-minded hiring, evaluating, and advancing processes and is intentional in recruiting, hiring, and retaining diverse employees to reflect the diversity of our college community and student populations.

Establishing and retaining diversity among the college’s faculty and staff takes continuous and purposeful work.

Now that we are several years into the Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, we are encouraged by changes that are clearly beneficial to employees, students, and the community at large. We know from research that students who have instructors and supporters they can identify with are more successful as they grow and learn with guidance from successful role models and mentors. Last year, Compton College’s student population was 65% female and the majority of students identified as Latinx. As president of Compton College, I am providing this official data regarding the gender and ethnicity of district employees, along with the communities served by the Compton Community College District.

Compton College Employees Gender

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Firm hired to reconstruct Lynwood High School

Imperial campus to get a new a makeover with reopening in 2027

LYNWOOD, CA.¬ – The Lynwood Unified Board of Education has selected construction management company Huckabee to undertake the Lynwood High School reconstruction project, which will provide LHS students with modernized learning facilities, resources and enhanced academic experiences when the Imperial campus reopens in 2027.

The unanimous decision, made during the March 23 Board meeting, follows an in-depth selection process that began in January when representatives from 24 construction management companies toured the Imperial campus for a debriefing on the 2020 collapse of a three-story classroom building due to major structural failures.

“While I’m proud that we have continued to provide our students with high-quality educational opportunities under challenging circumstances, the damage done to the LHS community was catastrophic and created a domino effect across the District,” Superintendent Gudiel R. Crosthwaite, Ph.D. said. “By selecting Huckabee, our Board has taken a critical step in helping to make Lynwood whole again and returning our Lynwood Knights to a school they deserve.”

SIMPLAR, an independent consult-

ing firm facilitating the selection process, scored all 12 firms that submitted proposals and selected four finalists for interviews. Huckabee will coordinate with architects, engineers and other professionals to ensure the project adheres to all state and District standards, including safety, budget and quality.

The project has received support from state legislators, who in July 2022 designated a historic $250 million for the reconstruction effort. The state-issued funds were strictly allocated to the LHS Reconstruction Project and cannot be used for other District projects.

The Lynwood High School Reconstruction Project will include:

• Demolishing and rebuilding Building G and reconfiguring the sports fields that run parallel to it.

• Building a new, three-story structure, approximately 175,000 square feet, consisting of roughly 70 classrooms, including a culinary arts center and science, technology, engineering and math labs.

Demolition is expected to begin June 15, 2023. Prior to construction, the area will receive infrastructure up-

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The new Lynwood High School campus on Imperial will feature state-of-the-art facilities suited to the needs of modern students, and is estimated to welcome new students in fall 2027.

CALIFORNIA HAS SPOKEN

FIVE FACTS ABOUT THE NEW FLAVORED TOBACCO BAN

Californians voted to uphold Senate Bill (SB) 793, the statewide restriction on the sale of most flavored tobacco, including menthol cigarettes, by voting “Yes” on Proposition 31. Below are some of the most common questions about the new law and its impact on the Black community.

Why are menthol cigarettes included in California’s new flavored tobacco law?

The new law protects Black Californians by correcting the mistake made in a 2009 federal law that banned all flavored cigarettes except menthol. For decades, Big Tobacco worked hard to keep menthol cigarettes cheap and accessible to Black communities.

Tobacco industry documents reveal decades of aggressive targeting of the Black community, with more tobacco ads placed in predominantly Black neighborhoods. It worked: In California, 47.7% of African American/Black adults who smoke use menthol cigarettes, compared to only 16.5% of white adults. The new law stops Big Tobacco from preying on and profiting off the lives of Black people.

What other flavored products are affected by California’s flavored tobacco law?

Retailers will no longer be allowed to sell the following tobacco products in California:

• Menthol cigarettes

• Flavored e-cigarettes and vapes

• Flavored e-juice, pods, and cartridges

• Flavored little cigars and cigarillos

• Flavored smokeless tobacco products

• Flavored blunt wraps

• Flavored loose-leaf roll-your-own tobacco

• Flavored tobacco rolling papers

• Tobacco product flavor enhancers

Why does the law exempt hookah?

The original SB 793 bill language proposed to end the sale of all flavored tobacco products including hookah. However, a relentless lobbying effort by the hookah industry was successful in getting

hookah exempted from the law. The new law is a starting point and addresses most of the products that Big Tobacco has been aggressively marketing to kids and communities of color.

Does California’s new flavored tobacco law criminalize people who use tobacco?

No, the new law does not penalize or criminalize an individual for purchasing or using flavored tobacco products. The law focuses on retailers, restricting them from selling most flavored tobacco products, including menthol cigarettes and vapes.

What happens if a retailer sells flavored tobacco products? The retailer may be penalized and fined for each violation. The responsibility is on retailers and their employees to not sell flavored tobacco products — not Californians.

Quitting tobacco isn’t easy, and every quit attempt is part of the journey. Kick It California offers a free personalized quit program designed for each person’s own circumstances and challenges. Call 800-300-8086

Text “Kick Tobacco” to 66819

Visit kickitca.org

The responsibility is on retailers and their employees to not sell flavored tobacco products — not Californians.

Long Beach homeowners wins legal fight against AT&T

The city of Long Beach and AT&T hand individuals a final victory in their long running fight to prevent a potential 5g cell tower from being installed in front of their

home

MOIRA Hahn and Mark Hotchkiss have finally achieved a long-sought after victory against cell phone giant and communications firm AT&T. Confirmation has been received from both AT&T and the City of Long Beach that a cell phone tower construction permit-25 feet from their home, at the edge of their property line, will not be issued.

The couple’s struggle has received extensive coverage in local TV and print media. In the fall of 2022, Hahn

and Hotchkiss’ appeal under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) came before the Long Beach City Council, resulting in a 3-3 tie vote.

The deputy city attorney on hand at the moment referred to this as a victory for AT&T; however, that interpretation of a city council tie vote under CEQA was strongly disputed by attorney Doug Carstens (Carstens, Black & Minteer), who represented both Hahn and Hotchkiss.

That matter of law, however, now is a moot point with regard to the case brought on by Hahn and Hotchkiss against construction of the cell tower at their home, as both the cell tower company (AT&T) and the responsible government

agency (City of Long Beach) have acknowledged that no tower will be built there.

In an email shared with Hahn and Hotchkiss, on March 7, 2023, an email response was received by WHYY Public Radio reporter Grant Hill from Christy Moran of AT&T’s Corporate Communications office in Washington, D.C. which stated: “Due to various reasons, we are no longer planning to build a small cell site at that location.”

Hill has been working on a story about the national 5g towers issue, highlighting Moira and Mark’s case. Subsequently, on March 16, 2023, Carstens received an email from City of Long Beach Deputy City Attorney Erin Weesner-McKinley, which stated: “We reached out to

Public Works staff and staff relayed that they spoke with Marvin Callejas from Synergy (AT&T agent) yesterday and Mr. Callejas confirmed that the site adjacent to the residence of Hotchkiss and Hahn has been cancelled. Mr. Callejas also informed staff that the site will not be relocated to nearby streetlights. This is the first time City has been informed of this development.”

This outcome represents a major victory not just for Hahn and Hotchkiss, longtime homeowners in Long Beach, but for their neighbors and other residents. It shows that sometimes the little guy, if determined and persistent enough, can push back against the combined power of both City Hall and a Fortune 500 corporation and win.

STATEPOINT CROSSWORD

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73. Open up

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2. Iranian coin

3. ____ Spumante

4. Be needy

5. Gossipy ones

6. Arabian Peninsula country

7. Column’s counterpart

8. Holiday surprise for employee

9. Palo ____, CA

10. Agitate

11. Inwardly

12. *1970 two-time winner “The ____ of Aquarius”

15. Hindu retreat

20. Ancient Rome’s neighbor

22. Nail a criminal

24. Popular newspaper name

25. *”30” performer

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51. Past-life experience? (2 words)

54. Capital of Bulgaria

56. Airbnb option

57. Chanel of fashion

58. German industrial valley

59. Big Bang’s original matter

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sp.

dim sum choice

*”Don’t Shut Me Down” group

Alan Alda’s classic TV show

Type of hawk

Type of flu

Multi-colored dog coat

One of three square ones

Shower with affection

Human trunk

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61. Popular dieter’s foe

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Chris Hemsworth’s superhero

*Award-winning Bon Jovi’s lead singer

*Coldplay’s collaborators

Cleanup

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neighborhoods. Over 168 residents drove up to dispose their items and over 600 cubic yards of trash was collected. This was the third Dump Day event that Caltrans partnered with Compton with huge success and there are plans for a fourth in April.

This statewide 11-day event kicked off Friday, March 17, with a big splash of activities occurring on Saturday, March 25. The goal is to work together to clean up our communities and spread the word about taking pride in keeping California clean. Clean California Community Days are made possible through Gov. Gavin Newsom’s Clean California initiative, a sweeping $1.1 billion, multiyear clean-up effort led by Caltrans to remove trash, create thousands of jobs, and engage communities to transform public spaces.

More than 150 enthusiastic

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residents, volunteers, organizations, families, and children attended. The event focused on the importance of keeping Compton clean and featured over a dozen vendor booths including The Compton Iniative, Department of Public Social Services (DPSS), America’s Job Center, Latino Chamber of Commerce, Department of Rehabilitation, Republic Services, Hub City

Autism, and many more.

Entertainment included a rousing Drumline by the Compton Unified School District, and performances by the Mamba Dance Academy, Fancy Footwork, rapper “JustPierre,” vocalists “Out of the Blue,” and more. Visit CleanCA.com to learn more about how Clean California is transforming communities and how you can get involved.

Accreditations from the commission are based on the school’s overall work plan, evidence of acceptable student achievement and commitment to improvement. Schools that meet the rigorous standards set by the commission are considered to be trustworthy institutions for student learning. Firebaugh’s accreditation status is through June 30, 2029, with a two-day mid-cycle visit during the 2025-26 school year.

“It’s a rewarding feeling to have been recognized for the hard work we do every day to ensure every student at Firebaugh High School feels valued and is encouraged to follow their dreams,” Principal Larry Reed said. “We have a great future ahead of us here, and this accreditation will provide us with many more opportunities for improvement.”

and more.

The school also promotes social-emotional wellness via its Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program. The PBIS program supports students’ behavioral, social and emotional learning and has proven to increase their positive academic experiences throughout their academic journeys. Additionally, Firebaugh High School provides students with access to ethnic studies courses, Dual Immersion programs, teen summits and the District-wide African American Parent Advisory Council to enhance the District’s equity and inclusion efforts.

“Lynwood Unified is committed to delivering on our

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• More females were hired in 2022 than males.

• Overall, 55% of the Compton College workforce was female in 2022.

• According to the 2020 U.S. Census, the population breakdown in the service area of the Compton Community College District is largely equal between male/female: Compton 49%/51%; Lynwood 49%/51%; Paramount 50%/50%.

• Statewide, the majority of California residents in 2020 were 50.3% female versus 49.7% male.

• For Los Angeles County, the statistics are 50.7% female, 49% male

ETHNICITY

• Among Compton Community College District and

promise to use these funds wisely and ensuring the safety, academic and emotional needs of students are met throughout this project and beyond,” Crosthwaite said. “Our school community is strong, resilient and dedicated to providing all students equal opportunities

and access to the resources they need to succeed.”

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To view project details, current renderings and other materials for the Lynwood High School Reconstruction Project, please visit https:// bit.ly/LHSReconstructionUpdates.

Firebaugh High School has consistently shown dedication to student success by providing ample college and career opportunities through events that include the annual HBCU Caravan, college and career fairs, workshops

“WASC accreditation is an intense and rigorous process that serves as a testament to the dedication of our Firebaugh team to providing a high quality education to our students and families ,” said Superintendent Gudiel Crosthwaite, Ph.D. “Congratulations to Firebaugh High School and thank you to all of the staff and teachers who are committed to providing students with everything they need to succeed.”

Compton College employees, the majority of new hires for 2022 were Black/African American and Latinx.

• The district’s service area population of an estimated 307,229 residents is also predominately Latinx (78%); 16% were recorded as Black or African American according to the American Community Survey, 2020.

• Statewide demographics show 39.4% of California residents are Latinx, and 6.5% are African American.

• For Los Angeles County, the statistics are 48.6% Latinx, 9% Black.

Compton College sponsors an on-campus job fair each year, featuring career development opportunities such as free workshops in resume writing

and interview skills. A spring 2023 hiring event took place on March 25 on the school’s campus. All employment opportunities are announced on the Compton Community College District Human Resources webpage: www.compton.edu/ district/administration/humanresources.

Building a diverse faculty and staff is a priority for the Compton Community College District Board of Trustees, which remains committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone. Employees work together in our college community that supports student completion, success, and learning through an environment that emphasizes respect, integrity, diversity, and excellence for all.

Why Early Detection of Lung Cancer is So Important

(StatePoint) Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States. While early detection can vastly improve a patient’s chances to lead a full and healthy life, the majority of those who are high risk are not getting screened.

The American Lung Association, which is committed to defeating lung cancer and supporting those with the disease, is sharing vital information to help more people learn their risk and connect them to screenings and other life-saving resources:

PREVENTABLE DEATHS

According to the 2022 “State of Lung Cancer” report, a mere 5.8% of Americans eligible for a low-dose computed tomography (CT) scan were screened. A low-dose CT scan is a special kind of X-ray that takes multiple pictures as the patient lies on a table that slides in and out of the machine. A computer then combines these images into a detailed picture of the lungs. Studies estimate that if even just half of the approximately 8 million Americans identified as high risk for lung cancer were screened with a low-dose CT scan, over 12,000 lung cancer deaths could be prevented. In fact, since low-dose CT scans started to be used for screening, it has reduced cancer deaths by 20% and it has reduced deaths from other causes by almost 7%.

RISK ELIGIBILITY

Many people who are at risk for lung cancer and are eligible for screening are not identified and are not referred for screening. Under the most recent lung cancer screening guidelines, those ages 50-80 who have a 20 pack-year smoking history or who have quit smoking in the past 15 years should get screened for lung cancer.

The American Lung Association offers a helpful tool for determining your eligibility for screening, found at www.SavedByTheScan.org.

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Kean University alum Ricardo Roig named as artist-in-residence

Kean University alumnus and contemporary fine artist Ricardo Roig ’08, will become Kean’s next artist-in-residence following a unanimous vote by the University Board of Trustees this month.

ROIG, who developed his signature style of art as a student at Kean University, creates innovative, colorful, hand-cut prints. As the artist-in-residence, he will create a mural on Kean’s Union campus in the Human Rights Institute, beginning in the Fall semester. The Scotch Plains artist will also exhibit new work in Kean’s Karl and Helen Burger Gallery in Spring 2024, and will conduct workshops and classes with students.

Kean President Lamont O. Repollet, Ed.D., described Roig as “a great example of the talent we have here at Kean University.

“We love the fact that Kean alumni want to come back, especially to use their talents to invest in our students,” Repollet said. “We are thrilled that Ricardo Roig will share his artistic experience and skills with the community and add his artistic imprint to the campus.”

At Kean, Roig earned a B.A. in fine arts and painting/printmaking in 2008 and later earned his teaching certification. He said he includes some blue in every piece in tribute

to Kean.

Roig said he is “extremely thrilled” to be named artist-in-residence.

“I love how Kean continues to build relationships and bridges to new opportunities for its students past and present,” said Roig, adding that he also loved developing as an art educator at Kean.

“Kean has always supported my unique curiosities as an artist. Now I’m continuing the same practice as I am invited back to share once again,” he said. “It’s easy to love the place that has shown you so much love and understanding.”

Lynette Zimmerman, executive director of the Galleries at Kean, said Roig will create the mural in honor

of the 75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

She said she hopes to have popup “watch parties” for the public to watch Roig create. The mural will be completed by late September.

Roig, who owns and operates art galleries in Hoboken, Westfield and Boston, will also collaborate with the Galleries at Kean, College of Liberal Arts, Fine Arts Department and Office of Career Services to enhance the curriculum with hands-on learning through workshops, industry networking, internships, and entrepreneurial instruction on gallery management.

“The Artist-in-Residence program seeks to connect students to

Photo by Ricardo Roig

Scotch Plains artist Ricardo Roig, a 2008 graduate of Kean University, will create a mural on Kean’s Union campus this fall as the University’s next artist-in-residence.

Photo by Ricardo Roig Scotch Plains artist Ricardo Roig, who developed his signature style of art as a student at Kean University, has been named the University’s next artist-in-residence.

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ELIMINATING RACIAL DISPARITIES

It is especially important for Black men and women to speak to their health care provider about their risk and get screened if necessary, as they are more likely to develop lung cancer and less likely to survive five years with the disease than people of any other racial or ethnic group.

Research suggests that Black Americans have a higher baseline risk for developing lung cancer -- Black American smokers get lung cancer at least 20% more often than other people who smoke. Furthermore, systemic racism and injustices and issues continue to persist in the healthcare system, and Black people and other communities of color are less likely to be diagnosed early, less likely to receive surgical treatment, and more likely to not receive any treatment at all.

FIGHTING BARRIERS

Thousands attend LatinaFest

Nearly 3,000 people attended the 5th annual LATINAFest Mind, Body & Soul at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes this past Sunday, March 19. Despite the rain, and Los Angeles Marathon street closures, Angelenos came together to support over 100 Latina-owned small businesses who participated in this year’s event.

LATINAFest®, sponsored by Chase, is the largest outdoor festival that celebrates Latinas in Los Angeles. This year’s event was celebrated in unity with Women’s History Month.

The theme of this year’s celebration was “Super Latina”, paying homage to Latina heroes, past and present, who planted the seeds and inspired generations of women to follow in their footsteps.Donning superhero custom-made capes and shields with empowering messages, LATINAFest® co-founders, Bel Hernandez and Naibe Reynoso led a parade of women accompanied by the Garfield High School Marching Band to launch the festival with the message, “Our Voice is Our Superpower.”

In addition to civil rights

activist Dolores Huerta, other powerful Latinas who spoke at the festival included Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda Solis, Silvana Montenegro, Global Head of Advancing Hispanics & Latinos at JPMorgan Chase, Sonia Smith-Kang, founder and designer of Mixed Up Clothing, Leticia Buckley, executive director of LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, Maria Garcia, regional director of banking for the North Los Angeles Region at JPMorgan Chase and Flor Martinez, founder and CEO of Celebration Nation.

LATINAFest® and Chase awarded the annual Hero Women Rising Entrepreneur grant at the festival. This annual $5,000 grant is awarded to a Latina entrepreneur who has shown growth, leadership, innovation and commitment to the community. Lina Muñoz, Los Angeles Central Market manager for Business Banking at JPMorgan Chase, presented a $5,000 check to this year’s grant recipient Maggie Solorzano-Muneton of Semillitas Learning Community in Long Beach.

Semillitas Learning Community provides a learning space for children to reclaim their Spanish language and preserve their culture.

Also onstage included a conversation on Latina empowerment that featured civil rights

pioneer Dolores Huerta and farmworker activist Flor Martinez moderated by Telemundo 52 Acceso Total Host Elva Saray.

LATINAFest® also included food trucks, a Sip and Paint corner, a photo booth and more. Diana Diaz, CEO of Goddess Mercado, displayed a variety of apparel designs during an onstage Super Latina Fashion Show. Other highlights included a Barbie You Can Be Anything photo booth and Barbie® doll giveaway, a morning yoga session sponsored by AARP, and mommy and me paintings by the Kids Zone.

LATINAFest® is grateful to all its sponsors for their commitment to championing the Latina entrepreneur community. Supporters include Chase, a title sponsor for the third consecutive year, Barbie®, LA County Supervisor Hilda Solis, Telemundo 52, Kia, Dream Team Hierarchy, AARP, Estrella Jalisco, the Hispanic Coalition of Small Businesses, Red Bull, MVA Academy, The Thirsty Horse, BoHo Paradise Events, Mexican American Vintners Association and Gouda Charcuterie Boards.

Next year’s 6th annual LATINAFest® is scheduled in 2024 to coincide with Women’s History Month. For more information about LATINAFest® and 2024 event updates email latinafestevents@gmail.com or visit: www. latinafest.net.

Despite the fact that lung cancer screening is extremely effective at improving life expectancy and has the potential to dramatically improve lung cancer survival rates, many patients are not getting screened, even when they have a referral from their doctor to do so. The reasons for low screening adherence range from practical concerns, such as financial and transportation barriers, to more elusive issues like distrust of the medical system and lack of awareness regarding the seriousness of the disease.

Emerging resources are helping eliminate these barriers and are making it easier for people to assess their screening eligibility, locate screening centers, schedule appointments, and receive financial assistance if they don’t have insurance or transportation. Free tobacco cessation resources and other lung health resources also exist to help people to reduce their risk. To learn more, visit www.lung.org/lung-health-diseases. org or speak directly to a nurse or respiratory therapist by calling the Lung HelpLine at 1-800-LUNG-USA.

When lung cancer is detected and treated in its earliest stages, more positive outcomes can be expected. That’s why it’s so important that everyone learns their risk and connects to resources to help them get screened.

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opportunity through art,” Zimmerman said. “Having a celebrated artist and industry leader on campus sharing a new body of work, enhancing the curriculum with hands-on learning and expanded understanding of both art and the business of art is what makes this program at Kean University stand apart.”

Roig’s signature style of art uses stencil layers, each patiently hand-cut from paper with a razor blade, then attached to a screen and pulled through with vivid paint colors, layer by layer.

“Ricardo’s work is imaginative, colorful and inspiring. He brings an energy to his art that radiates off of the paper,” Zimmerman said.

His work is exhibited in the W Hoboken Hotel and numerous venues.

He has done commissions for Amazon, Hilton Hotels, The Beekman Hotel, Rockrose Development NYC, the cities of Jersey City and Hoboken, town of Westfield, W Hotels, New York-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital, and many private clients.

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CITY OF COMPTON REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING DISTRICT AND SEWER SERVICE CHARGE ASSESSMENTS

The City of Compton is soliciting proposals from qualified consultants to provide a citywide engineering and traffic survey.

Proposals will be received in the office of the City Clerk, City of Compton, 205 South Willowbrook Avenue, Compton, California, 90220 until 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 4 , 2023. POSTMARKS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. All proposals must be clearly marked, “PROPOSAL TO PROVIDE LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING DISRICT AND SEWER SERVICE CHARGE ASSESSMENTS – DO NOT OPEN WITH REGULAR MAIL” and shall be delivered during the business hours of 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, except holidays, to the City Clerk’s office.

Submit an original, four (4) copies and one digital copy on USB drive of your proposals. Your proposed fee is required to be submitted under separate, sealed cover. All submittals are to be submitted in a sealed envelope bearing the name, address, and telephone number of the individuals or entity submitting the proposal to the attention of: City of Compton, Public Works Engineering Department, 205 South Willowbrook Avenue, Compton, CA 90220. All submitted proposals will be reviewed and analyzed by City staff and the proposal which best meets the City’s needs, will be selected for further analysis and negotiation.

The City of Compton reserves the right to reject any or all proposals submitted. No guarantee is made hereby that any contract will be awarded pursuant to this Request for Proposals, or otherwise.

All costs incurred in the preparation of the propos-

als, in the submission of additional information, and/ or in any other aspect of a proposal prior to the award of a written contract will be borne by the respondent.

Parties interested in obtaining a Request for Proposal (RFP) package can obtain a copy by downloading the RFP at www.comptoncity. org or contact the:

Public Works Engineering Department

City of Compton 205 South Willowbrook Avenue Compton, CA 90220 (310) 605-5505

SUBMITTAL DEADLINE

To be considered, proposals must be submitted no later than Thursday, May 4, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. to the City Clerk’s Office, 205 South Willowbrook Avenue, Compton, California, 90220. Postmarks will not be accepted. The City may extend the deadline at its option.

Note: During this period of restricted contact, any attempt by a proposing firm, its representative or agent to contact, lobby, or make a representation to a member of the City Council, or any other official, employee, or agent of the City will be grounds for disqualification.

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CITY OF COMPTON REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR CITYWIDE ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC SURVEY

The City of Compton is soliciting proposals from qualified consultants to provide a citywide engineering and traffic survey.

Proposals will be received in the office of the City Clerk, City of Compton,

205 South Willowbrook Avenue, Compton, California, 90220 until 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 20, 2023. POSTMARKS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. All proposals must be clearly marked, “PROPOSAL TO PROVIDE CITYWIDE ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC SURVEY – DO NOT OPEN WITH REGULAR MAIL” and shall be delivered during the business hours of 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, except holidays, to the City Clerk’s office.

Submit an original and four (4) copies and one digital copy on USB drive of your proposals. Your proposed fee is required to be submitted under separate, sealed cover. All submittals are to be submitted in a sealed envelope bearing the name, address, and telephone number of the individuals or entity submitting the proposal to the attention of: City of Compton, Public Works Engineering Department, 205 South Willowbrook Avenue, Compton, CA 90220. All submitted proposals will be reviewed and analyzed by City staff and the proposal which best meets the City’s needs, will be selected for further analysis and negotiation.

The City of Compton reserves the right to reject any or all proposals submitted. No guarantee is made hereby that any contract will be awarded pursuant to this Request for Proposals, or otherwise. All costs incurred in the preparation of the proposals, in the submission of additional information, and/ or in any other aspect of a proposal prior to the award of a written contract will be borne by the respondent.

Parties interested in obtaining a Request for Proposal (RFP) package can obtain a copy by downloading the RFP at www.comptoncity. org or contact the: Public Works Engineering Department City of Compton 205 South Willowbrook Avenue

Compton, CA 90220 (310) 605-5505

To be considered, proposals must be submitted no later than Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. to the City Clerk’s Office, 205 South Willowbrook Avenue, Compton, California, 90220. Postmarks will not be accepted. The City may extend the deadline at its option.

Note: During this period of restricted contact, any attempt by a proposing firm, its representative or agent to contact, lobby, or make a representation to a member of the City Council, or any other official, employee, or agent of the City will be grounds for disqualification.

Vernell McDaniel City Clerk

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the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made in an “as is” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale.

Trustor: Gardenia Nolan

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 22-30949BACA Title No. 2266651

A.P.N. 6184-017-026

ATTENTION RECORDER: THE FOLLOWING REFERENCE TO AN ATTACHED SUMMARY IS APPLICABLE TO THE NOTICE PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR ONLY PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE 2923.3 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 02/06/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, (cashier’s check(s) must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation), drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state; will be held by

Duly Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation Recorded 06/07/2007 as Instrument No. 20071378802 (or Book, Page) of the Official Records of Los Angeles County, California. Date of Sale: 04/26/2023 at 11:00

AM Place of Sale: By the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $72,727.17 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1911 E San Vincente St, Compton, CA 90221-2354 A.P.N.: 6184-017-026 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale.

If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The requirements of Cal-

ifornia Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) were fulfilled when the Notice of Default was recorded.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL

best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

NOTICE TO

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

TO PROP-

ERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call or visit this internet website www.ndscorp. com/sales, using the file number assigned to this case 22-30949-BACA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The

TENANT*: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are a “representative of all eligible tenant buyers” you may be able to purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 888-264-4010, or visit this internet website www. ndscorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 22-30949-BACA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as a “representative of all eligible tenant buyers” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. *Pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code, the potential rights described herein shall apply only to public auctions taking place on or after January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2025, unless later extended. Date: 03/21/2023

National Default Servicing Corporation c/o Tiffany and Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1455 Frazee Road, Suite 820 San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free Phone: 888-264-4010 Sales Line

; Sales Website: www. ndscorp.com Deandre Garland, Trustee Sales Representative A-4778322 03/29/2023, 04/05/2023,

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-22939677-SH Order No.: 220397350-CAVOO YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/17/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): LINDA CULBERSON, A SINGLE WOMAN Recorded: 5/31/2007 as Instrument No. 20071311797 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 5/23/2023 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA 91766

Amount of unpaid bal-

ance and other charges: $352,785.89 The purported property address is: 1207 WEST MAGNOLIA STREET, COMPTON, CA 90220 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 6143-006-034 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL

BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-22-939677-SH. Information about postponements that are very short in

duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 916-939-0772, or visit this internet website http:// www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-22939677-SH to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase.

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PROSPECTIVE OWNEROCCUPANT: Any prospective owneroccupant as defined in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who is the last and highest bidder at the trustee’s sale shall provide the required affidavit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee’s sale or shall have it delivered to QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION by 5 p.m. on the next business day following the trustee’s sale at the address set forth in the

Luxury Experience & Co authenticate gift lounge traditions

By Dennis J. Freeman

BEVERLY HILLS (News4usonline)

–Awards season bring out the forces of Hollywood like no other. That means plenty of red carpet, parties, and a whole lot of schmoozing.

YOU get a lot of the schmoozing part if you’re one of the lucky ones to get an invite to one of the many gifting lounges around town that comes with the territory of an awards ceremony.

One of the best times of the year for that to take place is around the Academy Awards. Yes, the Oscars has come and gone, but the sweet aftermath of the gifting lounges remain as celebrity talent are able to maintain some of the goodies being bestowed on them as they parade through competing factions that bring the gift experience to life.

Perhaps no one is better at executing the energy of a gift lounge better than Melissa McAvoy, the founder and owner of Luxury Experience & Co. Luxury Experience & Co, along with Indie Entertainment partnered up to put their best foot forward in generating a lively luxury Oscars gift lounge experience to guests who walked through the doors of Valerie Beverly Hills on March 11.

“We couldn’t have asked for a better media partner to host such a successful event with,” McAvoy said of Indie Entertainment Media.

Anchored with a 10,000 mega-watt smile and armed with the stunning beauty of a runway model, McAvoy can light up a room anywhere she goes. Her incredible warmth and talent to make everyone feel welcomed and appreciated is what separates McAvoy and the Luxury Experience & Co from the pack.

When you attend an event hosted by McAvoy and the Luxury Experience & Co, you’re going to feel special. It doesn’t matter if you’re a door greeter or a well-known celebrity, McAvoy and the Luxury Experience & Co has your back.

“I have to tell you, this year has been amazing,” McAvoy told News4usonline. “The best thing that you can ever do is everyone show up, and this is the first time since preCovid-19, where everyone showed up and then some to come out and support me and my company. But also, to support the brands.”

Supporting brands is what the gifting experience is about, McAvoy said.

“For me, as a brand, the Luxury Experience & Co, for all these people to show up in the rain in California… we all know no one shows up in the rain in California…it just means a lot. They believe in what I do, believe in the brands that I bring to the table, and the relationships that they’re going to build.”

Certainly, individuals that attended the luxury gifting experience believe in that philosophy as well. Venus Moore (Body By Venus) is a fitness trainer in Los Angeles. Moore has known McAvoy for years

and is good friends with the branding owner. She stopped by Valerie Beverly Hills to support her friend as pass along some tips on how to stay fit.

“Just get started,” Moore said. Just take the first step. Stop looking at the journey, and start with day one. You’ve got to get rid of all the back movers in order for you to be able to see the results when you start eating

healthy and clean.”

“If you’re still mixing the things together-having good and bad-then it’s going to be really hard to see that you’re making progress,” Moore added. “So, you have to first decide if this is something that you’re serious about. Once you make that decision, stick with it and stay consistent. That’s where the results come.”

As a fitness trainer, Moore fit nicely into the narrative of the wellness part of the gifting lounge, which also incorporated home, travel, and health, and beauty. With quality and luxury in mind, LE & Co gifted celebrities an unparalleled level of style and sophistication in those categories.

For veteran actress Juliana Perel (Lee’d the Way, Killer Advice, The Missing Twin), spreading the word of God whenever there is an opportunity, is what matters to her.

“I walk on God’s path,” Perel said. “I walk on God’s path and God loves all of his children. He loves every single one of us. That’s why He made us all different. So how about us humans get together and get along instead of finding fault with one another.”

Aside from Perel, some of the other attendees making their way to Valerie Beverly Hills included Tony Vinci-

querra (CEO & chairman of Sony Pictures Entertainment), Cindy Cowan (Oscar & Emmy Award winning producer), Cas Anvar (actor, “The Expanse”), Larry Namer (founder, E! Network), Rich Ting (Actor, Netflix “Warrior”), Emelia Hartford (actor, “Upon Walking), Emelia Hartford ( actor, he CW’s All-American: Homecoming), Amber Friendly (actor, Apple TV’s “The Morning Show”), Alyssa de Boisblanc (actor, ABC’s Modern Family), Jermelle Simon ( actor, “The Upshaws”), Adam Croasdell ( actor, “Monarch”), Misa D’Angelo (actor, Netflix “Hache”), and many others.

The LE & Co experience combined the ultimate customized celebrity experience that featured gifts from Estate X, Dax Haircare, MadeMan, Cut Above Gin, Aminia, Nu Estestics Spa, Lucas & Bols, Pallini Limoncello, Tequila Partida, Biomerica, Styles by Ameyha, Be You Beauty, Valerie Beverly Hills, CLE Cosmetics, Cinema Secrets Pro Cosmetic, HIGH Beauty, EO Essential Oils, Passion Roses, WHIMZY TEES, Susie’s Cakes and money more.

“I’d like to say it’s like you’re getting ready for the Oscars… you’re having your cocktails, but you’re getting pampered,” McAvoy said.

below signature block. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date:

QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION

2763 Camino Del Rio S San Diego, CA 92108 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan. com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318

QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION . TS No.: CA-22-939677-SH IDSPub #0184796 3/29/2023 4/5/2023 4/12/2023

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

RUBY LEE HARDAWAY CASE NO. 23STPB02970

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of RUBY LEE HARDAWAY.

of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that YOLANDE LOVEDELANEY be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 04/24/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 67 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before

The

the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner

TO PROVIDE LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING DISRICT AND SEWER SERVICE CHARGE ASSESSMENTS – DO NOT OPEN WITH REGULAR MAIL” and shall be delivered during the business hours of 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, except holidays, to the City Clerk’s office.

Submit an original, four (4) copies and one digital copy on USB drive of your proposals. Your proposed fee is required to be submitted under separate, sealed cover. All submittals are to be submitted in a sealed envelope bearing the name, address, and telephone number of the individuals or entity submitting the proposal to the attention of: City of Compton, Public Works Engineering Department, 205 South Willowbrook Avenue, Compton, CA 90220.All submitted proposals will be reviewed and analyzed by City staff and the proposal which best meets the City’s needs, will be selected for further analysis and negotiation.

The City of Compton reserves the right to reject any or all proposals submitted. No guarantee is made hereby that any contract will be awarded pursuant to this Request for Proposals, or otherwise. All costs incurred in the preparation of the proposals, in the submission of additional information, and/or in any other aspect of a proposal prior to the award of a written contract will be borne by the respondent.

Parties interested in obtaining a Request for Proposal (RFP) package can obtain a copy by downloading the RFP at www.comptoncity.org or contact the:

Public Works Engineering Department City of Compton 205 South Willowbrook Avenue Compton, CA 90220 (310) 605-5505

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by YOLANDE LOVEDELANEY in the Superior Court of California, County

SUBMITTAL DEADLINE

To be considered, proposals must be submitted no later than Thursday, May 4, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. to the City Clerk’s Office, 205 South Willowbrook Avenue, Compton, California, 90220. Postmarks will not be accepted. The City may extend the deadline at its option.

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M. MITCHELL, P.C.

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CITY OF COMPTON REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) ONGOING BOND DISCLOSURE AND FILING SERVICES

I. INTRODUCTION

The City of Compton and Compton Successor Agency request Statements of Proposals Qualifications from interested parties to provide expertise on oncall professional Bond disclosure, filing, dissemination, related training, assist with developing policies and procedures for secondary municipal market securities requirements, and SEC PostIssuance Compliance and Repository services.

A formal Request for Proposal (RFP) is accessible from the City’s website at https://www.comptoncity.

org/departments/cityclerk/ rfpsandbids

II. PROPOSAL DUE DATE AND LOCATION

All proposals are due on or before 4:00 p.m., Monday, April 10, 2023. Written proposal responses must include three (3) copies and one (1) unbound, original copy containing an original signature. There is absolutely no consideration for responses received after the specified date and time.

Please address proposals in a sealed envelope to the following address:

Office of the City Clerk City of Compton 205 South Willowbrook Avenue Compton, CA 90220

RE: RFP ONGOING BOND DISCLOSURE AND FILING SERVICES

III. POINT OF CONTACT

All inquiries relating to this RFP process shall be submitted to Jocelyn Logan via email to JLogan@comptoncity.org.

Vernell McDaniel City Clerk

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A CELEBRATION at UniverSoul

Circus

The UniverSoul Circus will hold court and perform at the Crystal Casino in Compton until April 16. Photographer Jerry Kelly, through images of art, captures moments from the show’s opening weekend performance.