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Martinez Police search for missing man joins new homeless outreach effort MARTINEZ, Calif. – Police are searching for a missing 20-yearold after his car, cell phone and prescription glasses were found in Martinez Friday. Dominick Williams is described as 5 feet, five inches tall, 137 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. His car was found near the Marina Vista Avenue off-ramp on south-
MARTINEZ, Calif. – Martinez and Pleasant Hill will soon share a full-time outreach team to connect with homeless residents as part of a new Contra Costa Health Services (CCHS) plan to more efficiently deliver services to the county’s homeless community. The cities agreed in January to fund the cost of a two-member team of CCHS outreach workers who will operate 40 hours a week within their boundaries. Three other Coordinated Outreach, Referral and Engagement (CORE) teams now provide the service countywide, all managed by CCHS’ Division of Health, Housing and Homeless Services (H3). CORE teams establish relationships with clients through regular communication and visits to camps and shelters, and serve as a point of contact for many social services. A 2016 count showed that about 1,100 county residents are without shelter on any given night. Through CCHS, CORE teams connect clients to shelter, medical and mental health care, case managers, substance u HOMELESSNESS: Page 3
bound I-680, while his glasses and cell phone were found on the walking path near the Benicia Bridge. Anyone with information about Williams’ whereabouts is asked to call American Canyon Police at (707) 648-0171; reference Case No. 17-416. At right: Missing 20-year-old Dominick Williams. (On File)
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Record rainfall recorded
MARTINEZ, Calif. – The Contra Costa County Flood Control District (CCCFCD) announced Wednesday the 2016-2017 rain season has set a record. “At our office in Martinez, we recorded more total rain fall for this time in the season than ever before!” the CCCFCD reported. The wettest year previously recorded was 19821983 with 32.95 inches, or 22.17 inches by this time in the season. This season, rain has reached 22.84 inches, with 38.20 total inches predicted. The driest years recorded were 1975-1976 with just 5.63 inches of rain. (See a graph of the cumulative seasonal rain at http://martineztribune.com.)
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MARTINEZ, Calif. – The Contra Costa County Administrator’s Office provided an update on county-wide road closures Tuesday, after the effects of flooding led to several short and long-term closures. u
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City Councilmember Lara DeLaney (second from left), and Martinez Unified School District Superintendent CJ Cammack (fourth from left), are the newest members of Martinez Rotary. DeLaney was educated at UC Santa Cruz and received an advanced degree in policy from the University of Chicago. She loves tennis and skiing. Cammack graduated from St. Mary’s College (Yay Gaels!). His sport is rugby. Pictured from left: Janet Kennedy, DeLaney, Rotary chair Denny Horack, Cammick and John Searles.
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Martinez Tribune | Feb. 10-16, 2017 The Crime Blotter is compiled by Tribune staffer Danny Yoeono. For questions, email dyoeono@martineztribune.com.
Police Blotter By DANNY YOEONO Martinez Tribune The crime blotter is compiled from public record and is not confirmed by Martinez Police or any other party unless otherwise stated. Some accounts may be unfounded.
Wednesday, Feb. 1 In the Muir Station parking lot at 5:22 a.m., a man wearing a burgundy hoodie appeared to be concealing a large object under his hoodie. Which almost sounds like an insult. Like he has a big head. Like he was trying to hide his big head. Around 8 a.m., a D Street resident noticed a man in a striped shirt in the middle of the road talking to himself. Moments later the vocal
introvert was sitting on the resident’s porch. About a block away North on Ferry Street a man with a blanket and a beard was sitting on the ground yelling around 10:30 a.m. On Eastgate Lane around 3:37 p.m., a man was yelling at a woman that she owed him money. Roughly 12 hours later, a man in a golf hat refused to leave the McDonald’s on Arnold Drive. He was probably just waiting for the breakfast menu to start up again. The real one. Not that fake one that doesn’t have the McGriddle on it.
Thursday, Feb. 2 At 4:41 a.m., a man in a cream colored button-up was attempting to get into the Hope House on Ilene
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Street through a window. At 11:27 a.m., three young men snatched a large amount of beer from the Virginia Hills Safeway. I was not one of these three. At 2 p.m., Howe Street reportedly had some slippery liquid on it. At 3:29 p.m., a man in a wheelchair allegedly urinated publicly near the Buon Aroma liquor store.
Friday, Feb. 3 At 5:10 p.m., a man in blue jean shorts was seen beating on a vehicle parked in front of the ATA Martial Arts dojo on Alhambra Avenue. He was training for his black belt, I assume.
Saturday, Feb. 4 A mother took her son’s vehicle after telling him that she was going outside to smoke in it. She left with the car around midnight. Whose mom is this? A golf club was being swung by a man outside Nu Ray’s on Ferry Street at 10:28 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 5 A woman with a ponytail was drinking alcohol in the Main Street Plaza at 11:44 p.m.
Monday, Feb. 6 A couple was observed fighting over a dog on Robinson Street with the woman on the roof of a residence and the man throwing a rock at her. The fight happened around lunch time.
Arrest Log Those appearing in the following listings have only been arrested on suspicion of the crimes indicated and are presumed innocent. Arrests listed may not necessarily have taken place in Martinez. n Betty Demuro, 44, was arrested Jan. 25 for allegedly disobeying a domestic relations court order. n Desi Johnston, 24, was arrested Jan. 25 for alleged trespass on posted land. n Daniel Bartley, 23, was arrested Jan. 25 for allegedly damaging a telephone/power line. n Lucas Mullins, 37, was arrested Jan. 26 on charges
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At 4:24 a.m., a Brigeport resident awoke to shattering glass and found four bullet holes in the windows of his house. At 9:08 a.m., a man in a Pokemon hat was harassing customers of the Starbucks on Main Street. At 9 p.m., a man and woman were arguing in the driveway of a Hidden Creek Residence. Cursing, screaming and doors slamming were observed.
sion of burglar’s tools, petty theft and receiving or concealing stolen property. n Jesslynn Felix, 33, was arrested Jan. 26 for use/under influence of controlled substance. n Dwayne Hosford, 38, was arrested Jan. 26 on warrants or holds only. n David Biasotti, 32, was arrested Jan. 26 on petty theft and receiving or concealing stolen property charges. n Earline Jackson, 57, was arrested on DUI alcohol/ drugs with bodily injury charges. n Russell Bayerski, 47, was arrested Jan. 28 for allegedly disobeying a domestic relations court order. u ARRESTS: Page 3
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Alhambra Valley Road between Bear Creek Road and Castro Ranch Road remains closed indefinitely. Signs and message boards alert drivers of the closure. There is not an esti-
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use disorder treatment and services, benefit counselors, housing and other services. “Transitioning out of homelessness can be a long process,” said H3 Director Lavonna Martin. “The purpose of CORE is to identify the people who are in most need of help, and connect them to the services they need quickly and efficiently.” Most Contra Costa cities rely on their police departments to manage homelessness, leading to a drain on public safety resources as officers repeatedly respond to complaints about public disturbances, theft and panhandling – often involving the same few people. Pleasant Hill Police Chief John Moore said, “We respond every month to approximately 200 calls for service related to members of our homeless community. Homelessness is a complex issue that is not easily addressed through enforcement efforts. We hope this partnership with the Martinez Police Department and CCHS will result in long-term solutions.” People booked for infractions such as public intoxication or urinating in public rare-
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ly remain in jail longer than a night. They are often released a few hours after booking at Martinez Detention Facility. “We are looking forward to this partnership with the Pleasant Hill Police Department and CCHS as a means of leveraging resources to make an impact on the lives of this vulnerable population,” Martinez Police Chief Manjit Sappal said. “By working as a regional team, we can focus on using a variety of mechanisms to help people off the streets and into housing and services. Homelessness is a complex problem and this collaboration will help to examine alternative solutions that will benefit our communities.” Last month, both the Martinez and Pleasant Hill city councils approved a plan to split the annual cost of a fulltime CORE team through the end of the 2017-18 fiscal year. CORE teams are part of a larger H3 initiative to streamline homeless services in Contra Costa County, funded in part through $1.2 million in grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
to remove the mudslides and clean the roadways. Crews are monitoring County roads during the storms and additional closures may be necessary for public safety,” the update stated. The County advised that residents concerned about flooding at their homes or businesses can still visit the free sandbag locations throughout the county. In Martinez, sandbags can be filled at County Public Works, 2475 Waterbird Way (cross street Imhoff Drive). Bring a shov-
el; bags are located in a large, gray plastic trash bin at the parking stall north of the fueling station. Meanwhile, County Public Works Maintenance road crews have been maintaining storm drain inlets through a program of annual inspection and cleaning, the update stated. To report a clogged catch basin or drainage inlet, please call the Public Works Maintenance Division at (925) 3137000 during work hours. After hours, call the Sheriff’s Dispatch at (925) 646-2441.
n Andrew Lopez, 25, was arrested Jan. 28 for revocation of probation and allegedly manufacturing, importing, selling billy, blackjack, sandbag, etc. n Juliana Garcia, 26, was arrested Jan. 29 on warrants or holds only.
Weather, Astronomical & Tides Friday, Feb. 10
Saturday, Feb. 11
Sunday, Feb. 12
Monday, Feb. 13
Tuesday, Feb. 14
Wednesday, Feb. 15
Thursday, Feb. 16
60º / 43º Mostly cloudy, a little rain
61º / 39º Mostly sunny
63º / 41º Partial sunshine
64º / 43º Periods of sun
65º / 42º Mostly sunny
64º / 43º Sunshine & patchy clouds
63º / 45º Cloudy
Sunrise / Sunset 7:04 a.m. / 5:42 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 7:03 a.m. / 5:43 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 7:01 a.m. / 5:44 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 7:00 a.m. / 5:45 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 6:59 a.m. / 5:47 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 6:58 a.m. / 5:48 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 6:57 a.m. / 5:49 p.m.
Moonrise / Moonset 4:39 p.m. (PD) / 6:46 a.m.
Moonrise / Moonset 5:43 p.m. (PD) / 7:26 a.m.
Moonrise / Moonset 6:47 p.m. (PD) / 8:03 a.m.
Moonrise / Moonset 7:49 p.m. (PD) / 8:37 a.m.
Moonrise / Moonset 8:49 p.m. (PD) / 9:09 a.m.
High Tides 1:31 a.m. (5.15 ft) 12:41 p.m. (6.07 ft)
High Tides 2:14 a.m. (5.25 ft) 1:28 p.m. (5.91 ft)
High Tides 2:54 a.m. (5.28 ft) 2:15 p.m. (5.64 ft)
High Tides 3:31 a.m. (5.25 ft) 3:02 p.m. (5.28 ft)
High Tides 4:07 a.m. 5.18 ft) 3:51 p.m. (4.89 ft)
High Tides 4:39 a.m. (5.12 ft) 4:46 p.m. (4.43 ft)
High Tides 5:12 a.m. (5.02 ft) 5:52 p.m. (4.04 ft)
Low Tides 6:52 a.m. (1.94 ft) 7:54 p.m. (-0.36 ft)
Low Tides 7:42 a.m. (1.77 ft) 8:32 p.m. (-0.20 ft)
Low Tides 8:31 a.m. (1.64 ft) 9:07 p.m. (.03 ft)
Low Tides 9:18 a.m. (1.51 ft) 9:39 p.m. (0.30 ft)
Low Tides 10:06 a.m. (1.41 ft) 10:10 p.m. (.62 ft)
Low Tides 10:57 a.m. (1.35 ft) 10:42 p.m. (1.02 ft)
Low Tides 11:53 a.m. (1.35 ft) 11:19 p.m. (1.44 ft)
Moonrise / Moonset Moonrise / Moonset 9:47 p.m. (PD) /9:40 a.m. 10:44 p.m. (PD) / 10:12 a.m.
Temperatures from AccuWeather. Astronomical information by U.S. Naval Observatory Astronomical Applications Department. Water levels measured from Martinez-Amorco Pier. (FD is Following Day; PD is Preceding Day.)
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Datebook Ongoing Housing Workshop for Seniors When: Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. Where: Contra Costa County Aging and Adult Services, 500 Ellinwood Way, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. Details: This Information and Assistance Program may be able to help with your housing search. Register and attend if you are a resident of Contra Costa County, a senior citizen that is homeless, if you’re in the process of eviction and could be homeless soon, your rent has or will be increased to an amount you cannot afford, or if you are unable to use the Internet to locate or apply for housing. Info: (925) 229-8434 or 800-510-2020 to register. Mother Goose Time When: 10:30 a.m. on Tues-
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Consider donating subscriptions of the magazines of your choice and send directly to the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center, 2500 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, CA 94553. CCRMC volunteers distribute over 200 magazines each week to the 15 waiting rooms and clinics, so the need is on-going and the gift is most appreciated. For further information, please call (925) 370-5440.
days, Jan. 10 to Feb. 28 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: A lighthearted early literacy story time for the youngest crowd! Reading is accompanied with singing and play. Stories are followed by a simple craft for older children and Stay & Play for the younger set. Best for ages 6 months to 3 years. Cost: Free Info: (925) 646-9900 or ccclib.org Martinez Book Club When: 6 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of the month. Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Come join us for Book Club! We meet the fourth Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. The group will select a different book for every meeting, alternating between genres. No registration or fees – just show up! Cost: Free Drop-In Wednesdays When: 3-4 p.m. Jan. 18 and Jan. 25 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Drop in at the Martinez Library on Wednesdays for activities and events. This month: Jan. 18 is Wii and board games, Jan. 25 starts a new art series with local artist, Julia Linsteadt. Snacks provided. Check it out! Cost: Free Info: (925) 646-9900 or ccclib.org Opening of ‘Catfish Moon’
Magazines & soft-back books needed! Magazines (no older than 6 months), soft back books and good, used children’s books are needed at the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center, 2500 Alhambra Ave., Martinez. The Auxiliary Volunteers deliver some 150 magazines and books each week to the 14 waiting rooms around the hospital and clinics. The magazines help make the long waits bearable. Bring magazines to the hospital lobby information desk or the Gift Shop. All personal labels are removed by the Auxiliary Volunteers before they are delivered. For more information please call the Gift Shop at (925) 370-5818, or email Rhonda.Smith@hsd.cccounty.us.
When: 8 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays; 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 29, and Feb. 5. Play to run Jan. 27 through Feb. 11. Where: Martinez Campbell Theater, 636 Ward St., Martinez. Details: Three middle-aged men, inseparable as adolescents, reunite beneath a magical “Catfish Moon” in an attempt to recapture the friendship of their youth in Onstage Theatre’s upcoming production. Written by Mississippian Laddy Sartin; helmed by Artistic Director Helen Means. Cost: $18 general at door; $16 seniors; $10 students. Info: (925) 518-3277 or onstagetheatre.homestead.com
Feb. 7-10 MUSD TK/Kindergarten Registration When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 7-10 Where: District Office, 921 Susana St., Martinez. Details: Students who have their 5th birthday between Sept. 1, 2017, and Dec. 2, 2017, are eligible for transitional kindergarten (TK). Enrollment packets can be picked up at elementary school sites and the District Office. Enrollment dates are as follows: Las Juntas, Feb. 7; John Swett, Feb. 8; John Muir, Feb. 9; and Morello Park, Feb. 10. Cost: Free Info: www.martinezusd.net
Saturday, Feb. 11 Big Bag of Books Sale When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11 Where: Martinez Library, lower level, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: For $5, fill a bag with books you select at the Friends of the Martinez Library sale. Proceeds support programs for children, teens, and adults. Members welcome at 10 a.m.; general public at 11. Cost: Free Info: (925) 229-1959 Martinez Historical Society Crab Feed When: 6 p.m. social hour, 7 p.m. dinner, Saturday, Feb. 11 Where: Shell Clubhouse, 1635 Pacheco Boulevard,
Martinez. Details: Save the date. Per clubhouse rules, no open flames allowed; melted butter provided. Cost: $45 Info: For reservations, call Kathy Braun, (925) 2281624. Downtown Wine & Chocolate Stroll When: 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11. Where: Downtown Martinez, 649 Main St., #106, Martinez. Details: Spend a relaxing afternoon strolling from business to business in downtown Martinez. Stop in participating stores and restaurants to sample delicious wines and chocolate treats. Redeem your advance purchase ticket for wine glass, tasting tickets and Passport at Main Street Plaza, 600 block next to Starbucks. Cost: $20 Info: www.mainstreetmartinez.org/
Sunday, Feb. 12 First Annual Cupid’s 5K Love Dash When: 7:30 a.m. checkin; 8:30 a.m. start Sunday, Feb. 12 Where: Hidden Valley Park (Center Avenue at Redwood Drive, Martinez. Details: All ages welcome at this 5K trail run/walk including two challenge hills. Register on active.com or heritageSC.com by Jan. 31 to guarantee t-shirt size. Cost: $30 includes t-shirt and goodies Info: Cupid5K@HeritageSC.com
Tuesday, Feb. 14 State of the City Breakfast When: 7:30-9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14. Where: Creekside Church Auditorium, 444 Fig Tree Lane, Martinez (Morello Avenue to Midhill Road). Details: The Martinez Chamber of Commerce and the City of Martinez invite the public to the State of the City Breakfast, where Mayor Rob Schroder will present the State of the City Address. Guest Speakers are
Dan Borenstein, columnist and editorial writer for the East Bay Times. Reservations required. Cost: $25 per person; includes full gourmet breakfast. Info: RSVP by Feb. 7 to the Chamber, 603 Marina Vista Ave., Martinez, (925) 2282345.
Friday, Feb. 17 Babysitter Workshop When: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17 Where: Martinez City Hall, 525 Henrietta St., Martinez. Details: The American Red Cross has recently updated the Babysitter’s Training, adding features such as a CD-ROM loaded with helpful information for the babysitter. Babysitters will learn skills necessary to provide safe and responsible care for children. Topics will include running a small business, safety, safe play, discipline, basic infant care, and basic first aid. A book with a babysitter certificate, supplies and snacks are included. No CPR or First Aid Certification will be provided with this class. Students should bring a lunch. Boys and girls are welcome to attend this class. Cost: $60 Martinez residents; $70 non-residents. Info: (925) 372-3510 or www.cityofmartinez.org
Sunday, Feb. 19 Martinez Historical Society Annual Meeting When: Noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19 Where: Veteran’s Memorial Hall, 930 Ward St., Martinez. Details: John Curtis, President of the Board of Directors and Andrea Blachman will present reports on the accomplishments of the Martinez Historical Society and the Martinez Museum in the past year.
Wednesday, Feb. 22 Open House & Ribbon Cutting When: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22 Where: Snyder Real Estate Group, 817 Main St., Martinez. Details: Come celebrate Snyder Real Estate Group’s
one year anniversary. Cost: Free Info: (925) 640-2355
Monday, Feb. 27 Community Police Academy Begins When: 6-9 p.m. Monday night (for 10 weeks) Where: Martinez City Hall, 525 Henrietta St., Martinez. Details: The 10 week Academy is an engaging and informative program designed to increase understanding of the Police Department’s operations and to allow community members the opportunity to interact with our outstanding personnel. Must be at least 18 years old to attend, have no felony convictions, outstanding warrants or pending criminal cases. First consideration given to Martinez residents. Applicants required to submit to background check before acceptance in the program. Cost: Free Info: Sergeant Fred Ferrer, (925) 372-3446 or fferrer@ cityofmartinez.org.
Sunday, March 19 St. Baldricks Shave-a-thon When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, March 19 Where: Main Street Plaza in downtown Martinez. Details: Join this St. Baldrick’s event to help conquer childhood cancer. Decide to shave your head, volunteer or donate! Cost: Donations requested. Info: https://www.stbaldricks.org
Saturday, March 25 Downtown Spring Cleanup Day When: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 25 Where: Downtown Martinez Details: Join in to help make downtown Martinez sparkle! A fun day to join with friends, family and co-workers. Coffee and donuts served in the morning and a BBQ lunch after the work is done. Cost: Free Info: To volunteer, call Barbara at (925) 408-1338 or bjkapsalis@aol.com To be continued ...
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‘We believe the City Council is wrong in rewriting ... history’ Dear Editor, We believe the City Council is wrong in rewriting Pine Meadow history – wrong on the facts and wrong on the process. Rewriting history is very serious. The City Council decided at their Jan. 18 meeting that Pine Meadow’s designation as open space was an error made 43 years
ago, and the designation should be housing. A key fact they apparently overlooked was City Council Resolution 69-73 passed in June 1973 that clearly shows Pine Meadow as Open Space. • The City Council voted unanimously to pass that Resolution and accept the map showing Pine Meadow as Open Space. MARTINEZ
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• The Resolution states they did this after holding both Planning Commission and Council hearings. • It goes on to state no one objected to the resolution at either hearing. The Open Space status of Pine Meadow was affirmed by City Ordinance 788 in May 1974. It was affirmed again in the Staff Report on the Busby project in July 1976. And the Council actually re-approved the map showing Pine Meadow as Open Space in Resolution 149 in September 1977.
In the November 2016 election Martinez voters overwhelmingly approved Proposition 64 (Legalizing Recreational Cannabis). According to the County Election Department, the Martinez vote was 63 percent to 37 percent to approve the proposition. So why is the City Council not respecting the loud voice of their constituents? The Council is moving forward with restrictions that their constituents overwhelming[ly] said they are not in favor of? Are they deaf to the will of the people? Why is the City Council turning down new job creation and a new revenue
now set a dangerous precedent emboldening others to come to the Council to rewrite history for their own purposes. We believe the Council must re-establish the legal process of requiring a General Plan Amendment to change Pine Meadow from Open Space to housing. No one says there cannot be housing at Pine Meadow, but we should base that decision on the law, and not on what happened at the Council’s Jan. 18 meeting. – Tim Platt and Mark Thomson for Friends of Pine Meadow
source for the city? The measure allows for cities to ask voters for approval of extra local taxes on the sale of cannabis. The city of Santa Ana, California, (along with 18 other California cities), has done this and expects to collect $1.5 million a year. The measure also allows cities that welcome the cannabis industry to have the opportunity to compete for grants (100s of millions [of] dollars a year) for local government, schools, public safety agencies, and non-profits. These grants will be for substance abuse, to off-set enforcement costs, etc. Cannabis outlets in Martinez would help interfere with the ongoing black
market sales of cannabis and help to free up law enforcement to focus on more urgent public safety issues. The proposition will also limit which chemicals/pesticides that can be used when growing cannabis, resulting in a much safer product for the consumer. If the Martinez City Council feels local restrictions are needed, they should put these restrictions to the vote of the citizens. The citizens voted for this Proposition and the City Council should not disrespect their will. Where is our great city headed if our elected officials disregard the will of its constituents? – Mike Fleming
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the time to study or rebut any of that information. • The Council was informed that they had to make a decision that night, so they had no time to study or question it either. • Their final decision was rendered after midnight. That is not good government. The Council’s decision was wrong because no weight was given to the people who relied on the Open Space designation for Pine Meadow for 43 years. The Council’s decision was wrong because they have
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Yet the City Council denied these facts (this is just one of several issues that we believe were overlooked or misinterpreted), and instead voted to say the designation for Pine Meadow should have been for housing. The Council was wrong on the process they used because: • They gave the developer/ owners almost two hours to present their case, including a 106 slide presentation never seen by the Council or City staff before. • The staff was not given
By MANJIT SAPPAL Martinez Chief of Police I wanted to focus this
newsletter on the increase in auto thefts we have seen over the last few months. One of the most commonly stolen vehicles has been the Ford F series trucks, both the F-250 and the F-350. It appears that thieves are able to pry open the door locks to gain entry and punch the ignition fairly easily. In some of the newer models, they are able to bypass the computer through the ignition switch to get the car started. We need help in impacting the thefts with prevention measures. Here are some tips on preventing auto thefts: Easy tips:
• Lock your door. • Don’t leave car keys in your car. • Close all of your windows and park in a well-lit area. • Don’t leave valuables in plain view – this attracts thieves who may very well decide to take the whole car to transport the valuables to another location. • Don’t leave your car running unattended. (Even if just momentarily.) Next Level tips: • Get an alarm – isn’t it annoying when a car alarm is going off? Well, thieves feel the same way. They do not want the attention.
• Steering wheel or brake pedal locks – these devices are easy to use and make it more difficult for people to steal your car. Going beyond the basics tips: Vehicle immobilizers can be an excellent way of protecting your vehicle: • Using a fuse cutoff switch. • Kill switches that cut off fuel or electrical, so the car cannot be started. • Smart Keys with computer chips that must be present to start the car. • Starter, ignition, and fuel disablers. • Adding a tracking system u THEFTS: Page 6
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that emits a signal to the police monitoring service when the vehicle is stolen. Irrespective of what you drive, think about waking up one morning to find your car stolen! Now, you have no car, you have no idea when you will get it back, if ever, and you have to take time to deal with making a police report as well as working with your insurance company. Taking a few simple steps can make the difference between being a victim or not. Some of the prevention items listed are easy to do like getting a steering wheel lock or an alarm. Others, such as the fuse cut-offs or starter and ignition disablers are more difficult – they require someone with mechanical know how, but in the end, it may be worth looking into so you don’t find yourself stranded without a car. Just to give you an idea of what happens when you call the police after your car is stolen, here is a brief outline: An officer will respond to document the theft. Once we obtain your license plate or VIN we put the information into the Statewide Stolen Vehicle System (SVS). In the event an officer stops a car or checks the license plate, the officer will be alerted that the car is stolen. The officers will stop the car and it is fairly common for suspects to flee resulting in a pursuit. We always balance the need to pursue against the danger it creates to the public and if a suspect is driving with disregard for public safety, we may be forced to terminate the pursuit. If they stop, then we investigate and arrest for the possession of stolen property or auto theft, depending on the circumstances. When a car is recovered from being stolen, you will be notified. The chances of seeing a car thief in action is rare. In fact, you can check the World Wide Web for information and videos of people that steal cars and based on their level of expertise, unless you know exactly what to watch for, you cannot tell they are stealing a car. It is common for people to use shaved keys (keys that have been filed down to work in the ignition of certain vehicles) and it is not readily apparent they are getting into a car that does not belong to them. The important thing to remember is that most sus-
pects are looking for the least risk with the greatest reward, so they will not break into a car that may take too much time and effort. Any measures that you can take to prevent the theft can go a long way to protecting your property. It is also extremely important to make sure that you call about any suspicious people or cars in your neighborhood. Many auto thieves are coming into Martinez from other cities and they will drive around neighborhoods looking for cars to steal. If you see a car driving through the neighborhood that you do not recognize or it is driving slowly and appears to be eyeing cars or homes, call our Dispatch Center at (925) 372-3414. Get a description of the car, a license plate if possible, any description of the occupants, the direction they are traveling, and what actions they were involved in that appear suspicious or criminal. Please pass this information along to your neighbors, friends, and community – let’s work together to keep our community safe! Don’t forget to call our Dispatch Center (925-372-3440) in the event you see any suspicious behavior in your neighborhood. As for a snapshot of monthly activity this month, here are a few highlights: • Officer Carney took a stolen vehicle report that occurred in the 1700 block of Center Avenue. The vehicle was a 1968 Gray GMC Sierra. • Officer Montano responded to the 500 block of Center Avenue for a petty theft that just occurred. The suspect was last seen near the John Muir Inn. Officer Montano located the suspect and arrested him for the theft. He was cited and released at the scene. • Officer Lekse responded to Walgreens for a theft that had just occurred. The suspect fled in a green 4-door sedan south on Alhambra Avenue. Officer Montano saw the car just south of Highway 4 and attempted to catch up with the car. She lost sight of the car at Taylor Boulevard and Alhambra Avenue. The theft was of electronics. • Officer Tozier located a 1992 Toyota Corolla at the transit station (Blum and Pacheco) that was reported stolen to Bart PD (Pittsburg Station). The owner was contacted and they responded to take possession on the vehicle. No evidence was located. • Officer Lekse contacted
a subject in the Home Depot parking lot and found them in possession of approximately 5 grams of heroin. The subject was cited and released from the scene. • Corporal Mayberry observed a wanted female subject walking in the 700 block of Main Street. The subject had two (2) outstanding warrants and was booked into the Martinez Detention Facility. • A resident called and reported he saw a female in his secured vehicle parked in the 700 block of Shell Avenue. The female fled on foot and he followed her to Shell Avenue at Martinez Avenue. Officers arrived on scene and ultimately arrested the female subject. She was arrested for a warrant and attempted vehicle theft. She was booked into the Martinez Detention Facility. • Pittsburg PD requested assistance to locate a suicidal subject possibly in our city. The subject was involved in some type of domestic disturbance at his residence. During the dispute, he placed a handgun to his head and threatened to kill himself. He fled the residence in his vehicle and several hours later, Pittsburg PD advised his cellphone “pinged” in the 900 block of Howe Road. Ofc. Montano located the vehicle driving in the 700 block of Arnold Drive. While waiting for backup, the subject drove into the Walmart shopping center parking lot. Officers conducted a high risk stop, but the subject refused to exit his vehicle. The stop progressed into standoff with an armed barricaded subject. Dispatch was instructed to call Walmart and Home Depot and have the stores locked down. Dispatch was also instructed to contact the Patrol Commander for a possible tactical call out and response. Ofc. Montano negotiated with the subject for approximately five minutes and he agreed to exit the vehicle. He was detained without incident and placed on a 72hour evaluation hold. The gun was not located on the person or in the vehicle. Outstanding work by all personnel! • Officer Lekse responded to the Franklin Canyon Park and Ride for an auto burglary. The vehicle had been burglarized and point of entry was a window smash resulting in the loss of a purse. • Ofc. Sanders responded to the John Muir Inn for a
possible carjacking. Ofc. Sanders learned that the victim was driving the suspect’s car and the suspect became upset with the victim. The suspect pointed a gun at the victim’s head and told him to get out of the car. The suspect got in the driver’s seat and fled the area. • Ofc. Voyvodich contacted a subject passed out at the bus stop at the corner of Alhambra Avenue and F Street. Ofc. Voyvodich determined the subject was too intoxicated to care for his own safety and was not suitable to be booked into the Martinez Detention Facility. The subject was transported to the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center for extreme intoxication. • Ofc. Ramos contacted an intoxicated female in the 600 block of Castro Street. Ofc. Ramos determined the subject was too intoxicated to be booked into the Martinez Detention Facility. She was transported to the Contra Costa County Regional Medical Center (CCRMC) by ambulance. • Ofc. Leong responded to Amtrak for a subject causing a disturbance. He contacted the subject who had a felony warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and booked into the Martinez Detention Facility. • Sgt. Salamid contacted a subject who was yelling and panhandling at the Amtrak Station. The subject was recently released from county hospital. Amtrak personnel purchased the subject a train ticket to Fairfield. Sgt. Salamid left the area and the subject remained at Amtrak. Approximately five minutes later, officers were again dispatched to the Amtrak because the subject was involved in a physical fight with another Amtrak patron. The subject was contacted again and ultimately arrested for Battery. He was booked into the Martinez Detention Facility. • Ofc. Carney was dispatched to a residence in the 100 block of Alhambra Hills Drive for a report of mail theft that was witnessed by a local resident. There is video surveillance of the theft, but no suspect identification could be made. The involved vehicle was a small silver sport utility. • Ofc. Sanders contacted a subject known to him in the area of 1111 Ferry Street. A search of the subject revealed methamphetamine and burglary tools. The subject was transported to MPD where he
was booked and released. • Ofc. Poertner was dispatched to the parking lot of Home Depot for a report of a white male adult yelling and running toward cars in the lot. Ofc. Poertner contacted a known subject, who also matched the description provided by the reporting party. Ofc. Poertner determined the subject was intoxicated and unable to care for his own safety. The subject was arrested and booked into the Martinez Detention Facility without incident. • Officers were dispatched to Tower Mart, 3012 Howe Road, for a suspicious vehicle. A passenger inside the vehicle was found to have two felony warrants. There was a no bail warrant for burglary out of San Francisco County and a no bail warrant for violating probation out of San Mateo County. She was arrested and booked into MDF. • Sergeant Gaul observed a subject driving near the area of Pacheco Boulevard and Blum Road. He had prior knowledge the subject was wanted for a felony, $60,000 warrant for drug possession. When Sergeant Gaul began to follow him, he sped away at a high rate of speed. Sergeant Gaul pursued the vehicle into Concord and the pursuit concluded when the subject was involved in a solo traffic collision. Also in the vehicle was a female who Sergeant Gaul knew had a $60,000 warrant for drugs, as well. She was arrested without incident. Both were booked into MDF. • Officer Voyvodich received a LoJack hit to his patrol car. LoJack is a tracking system that can be purchased by a vehicle owner that notifies the police where the stolen car is. Officer Voyvodich used the system to track a 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe to the 2100 block of Northwood Drive in Concord. The vehicle was reported stolen to Antioch PD that day. He arrested the subject without incident and booked him into MDF for possession of stolen property. • Dispatch advised patrol that Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office (CCCSO) was in pursuit of a vehicle near Kaiser. Deputies were pursuing the driver and they had knowledge he was on probation and was in possession of a firearm. Officers responded and the vehicle was found abandoned in the 1500 block
of Ashwood Drive. Officer Lincoln and K9 Jago tracked to the 1600 block of Ashwood Drive and located the subject. No firearm was found. • Ofc. Voyvodich reported moderate flooding at the Martinez Marina. King Tide was expected at 11:06 a.m. Corp yard was contacted and barricades and signs were placed. • Officers and Corp. Yard responding to various locations regarding flooding, mud, and trees that had fallen during a series of major storms in the area. • Sgt. Salamid was on foot in the 700 block of Main Street when he saw a female defecating in a parking area. Sgt. Salamid contacted and cited her for misdemeanor 372 PC (Public Nuisance) after she cleaned up the feces. • Officers were dispatched to Highland Avenue for a report of a male subject with a knife. Ofc. Ramos and Sgt. Salamid arrived and contacted the male who was displaying pronounced signs of methamphetamine use. Ofc. Ramos subsequently arrested him for 11550(a) H&S (Under the influence of Controlled Substance) and booked into the Martinez Detention Facility. • Ofc. Winslett was dispatched to a major injury accident at the intersection of Midhill at Heavenly Drive. The accident was between a motorcycle and a pickup truck. The motorcyclist injured his left arm and sustained possible back injuries. He was transported to a local hospital. • A resident reported an unoccupied black Isuzu Rodeo parked with a smashed window. Ofc. Brinser responded and his investigation found the vehicle was reported stolen out of Pleasant Hill on Jan. 11, 2017. There is no evidence or suspect leads at this time. • Amtrak reported a disturbance in the station. Officers responded and contacted the subject creating the disturbance. The subject was wanted by parole and was booked into the Martinez Detention Facility for parole warrant. • Ofc. Sanders responded to Whiskey Lane for a subject causing a disturbance. He contacted the subject and determined the subject was too intoxicated to care for himself. The subject was arrested and booked into the Martinez Detention Facility. Ofc. Leong responded to the 1400 block of Willow u THEFTS 2: Page 16
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Faith Billy Graham's ‘My Answer'
How to get over fear of visiting churches By BILLY GRAHAM Tribune Content Agency Q: I haven’t been in a church since I was a child (except for weddings and funerals). But now I’m older and I wonder if I’ve missed something. The problem is that I’m afraid I’ll do something wrong or embarrass myself if I start visiting churches. How can I get over this fear? A: I’m thankful you sense a need to connect with a church, and I pray you won’t get discouraged or let your fears keep you from seeking a church that is right for you. You may be surprised to find that some of its members once
had the same fears. The most important thing I can say, however, is that – I believe God has put this desire in your heart – and He has put it there because He wants you not only to find a church, but to find Him. God loves you, and He wants you to come to know Him in a personal way. You see, only one thing keeps us from God, and that is our sin. Sin separates us from God, and no matter how hard we try, we can’t cleanse ourselves from sin by our own efforts. Only God can do this – and He made it possible by sending His only Son, Jesus Christ, into the world for us. He was without sin – but
when He died, all our sins were placed on Him, and He became the complete sacrifice for our sins. God loves you that much! Accept His gift of forgiveness and new life by turning to Christ and giving yourself to Him. Then ask Him to guide you to a church where you’ll not only feel comfortable, but you’ll grow strong in your faith. Jesus’ promise is for you: “Whoever comes to me I will never drive away” (John 6:37). Send your queries to “My Answer,” c/o Billy Graham, Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, 1 Billy Graham Parkway, Charlotte, N.C., 28201; call 1-(877) 2-GRA-
The following is a talk given at the October 2016 General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The Bible tells us that “God is love.” He is the perfect embodiment of love, and we rely heavily on the constancy and universal reach of that love. As President Thomas S. Monson has expressed: “God’s love is there for you whether or not you feel you deserve love. It is simply always there.” There are many ways to describe and speak of divine love. One of the terms we hear often today is that God’s love is “unconditional.” While in one sense that is true, the descriptor unconditional appears nowhere in scripture. Rather, His love is described in scripture as “great and wonderful love,” “perfect love,” “redeeming love,” and “everlasting love.” These are better terms because the word unconditional can convey mistaken impressions about divine love, such as, God tolerates and excuses anything we do because His love is unconditional, or God makes no demands upon us because His love is unconditional, or all are saved in the heavenly kingdom of God because His love is unconditional. God’s love is infinite and it will endure forever, but what it means for each of us depends on how we
respond to His love. Jesus said: “As the Father hath loved me, so have I loved you: continue ye in my love. “If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love; even as I have kept my Father’s commandments, and abide in his love.” To “continue in” or “abide in” the Savior’s love means to receive His grace and be perfected by it. To receive His grace, we must have faith in Jesus Christ and keep His commandments, including repenting of our sins, being baptized for the remission of sins, receiving the Holy Ghost, and continuing in the path of obedience. God will always love us, but He cannot save us in our sins. Remember the words of Amulek to Zeezrom that the Savior would not save His people in their sins but from their sins, the reason being that with sin we are unclean and “no unclean thing can inherit the kingdom of heaven” or dwell in God’s presence. “And [Christ] hath power given unto him from the Father to redeem [His people] from their sins because of repentance; therefore he hath sent his angels to declare the tidings of the conditions of repentance, which bringeth unto the power of the Redeemer, unto the salvation of their souls.” From the Book of Mormon we learn that the intent of Christ’s suffering – the ultimate manifestation of His love – was “to bring about
the bowels of mercy, which overpowereth justice, and bringeth about means unto men that they may have faith unto repentance. “And thus mercy can satisfy the demands of justice, and encircles them in the arms of safety, while he that exercises no faith unto repentance is exposed to the whole law of the demands of justice; therefore only unto him that has faith unto repentance is brought about the great and eternal plan of redemption.” Repentance, then, is His gift to us, purchased at a very dear price. Some will argue that God blesses everyone without distinction – citing, for example, Jesus’s statement in the Sermon on the Mount: “[God] maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust.” Indeed, God does rain down upon all His children all the blessings He can – all the blessings that love and law and justice and mercy will permit. And He commands us to be likewise generous: “I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you; “That ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven.” Nevertheless, God’s greater blessings are conditioned on obedience. President Russell M. Nelson explained: “The resplendent bouquet of God’s
It’s easy to knock religion, which will always give back & inspire hope By RABBI MARC GELLMAN Tribune Content Agency
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Evangelist Billy Graham.
HAM, or visit the website for the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association: www. billygraham.org.
General Conference Talk: ‘Abide in My Love’ By ELDER D. TODD CHRISTOFFERSON
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love –including eternal life – includes blessings for which we must qualify, not entitlements to be expected unworthily. Sinners cannot bend His will to theirs and require Him to bless them in sin (see Alma 11:37). If they desire to enjoy every bloom in His beautiful bouquet, they must repent.” Beyond rendering the penitent person guiltless and spotless with the promise of being “lifted up at the last day,” there is a second vital aspect of abiding in the love of God. Abiding in His love will enable us to realize our full potential, to become even as He is. As President Dieter F. Uchtdorf stated: “The grace of God does not merely restore us to our previous innocent state. … His aim is much higher: He wants His sons and daughters to become like Him.” To abide in God’s love in this sense means to submit fully to His will. It means to accept His correction when needed, “for whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth.” It means to love and serve one another as Jesus has loved and served us. It means to learn “to abide the law of a celestial kingdom” so that we can “abide a celestial glory.” For Him to be able to make of us what we can become, our Heavenly Father pleads with us to yield “to the enticings of the Holy Spirit, and [put] off the natural man and [become] a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord, and [beu FAITH: Page 13
Q: In the 20th century, human beings murdered by most estimates about 150 million other humans, and that’s just the death count. The religions of the planet have had thousands of years to create a moral order that people could follow, and produce that elusive “peace on earth, good will to men.” Can you honestly imagine 150 million corpses of little children, young people in the prime of life, grandparents, mothers and fathers and deny that religions have failed miserably? Religious leaders like you bear an enormous burden of responsibility for the slaughters past, present and future. Perhaps it’s time for people like you to look in the mirror and ask yourself if you are doing more harm than good. If the answer is the former, than isn’t it time to sell people on the idea of leaving their religions behind and becoming humanists, and by doing so, lowering one more barrier between people that leads to mass graves? – M from Lebanon, Pa. A: So, before I defend myself for every mass slaughter of the past, present and future here on planet earth; before I remind you that Hitler and Stalin and Mao were all anti-religious and that Ghandi, King, and Mother Teresa were not only religious but professionally religious, let me ask you if you have ever visited a soup kitchen either as a hungry person or as a volunteer to serve others who are hungry? My guess is that if you had made such a visit at any time in your life, and if you looked around, you would have immediately realized that the place housing the soup kitchen was a church or a mosque or a synagogue or a Sikh Temple. You also would have realized that most all the volunteers serving the soup and cleaning up afterwards were religious people from other churches or houses of worship where what you believe to be genocidal religion is taught. At some point, your preconceived anti-religious prejudices must shatter before the towering fact that most of the places producing mass healing in our world are the same places you have labeled as places producing mass slaughter. I sometimes think that the last acceptable prejudice in our world is the prejudice against people of faith. It is true that religion can be perverted and used to kill, but by any measure this is the exception and not the rule. The places where Protestants and Catholics, Jews and Muslims, Muslims and Christians live together in peace, has a far greater scope and a far longer history than places where religions are at war. Without the belief that we are all made in the image of God there is simply nothing that makes us the same. Faith alone rises above nationalism and tribalism (see Isaiah 40). Religion is not the source of the world’s limitations, but the source of the world’s fulfillment and redemption. Perhaps these stories will help you to see a different side of faith. Early one morning, Fr. Tom Hartman and I visited the Franciscan Friars of Holy Name Province on 31st Street near Madison Square Garden in New York City. We were there to help these holy men at the St. Francis Breadline that has served food and water and love to homeless people every morning outside on their front steps at 6:30 a.m. They have done this seven days a week, 12 months a year, in any weather, without a break for a single day for over 80 years! After service we were sitting on the steps of the church when a homeless woman sat down next to us. It was close to Thanksgiving and I asked her what she was thankful for. She was smiling and said, “I am thankful that today I was given a bottle of water that did not come from the trash and that nobody drank from before me.” The Mary Brennan Inn on Long Island began in a church and now is run by the saintly Jean Kelly along with a host of mainly religious volunteers. One day a little girl named Maria, who was living in a car with her mother and brother, came to the Inn for their only food of the day. Even so, Maria passed up the chicken and the green beans, the rice and the salad and stood staring and crying in front of a cake decorated with the words “Happy Birthday.” Emil at the Black Forest Bakery in Lindenhurst had donated the birthday cake because the person who ordered it never showed up. The servers asked Maria why she was crying and Maria said, “How did you know that today was my birthday?” The woman who lives on the street but that day got her very own water, and the little girl who lives in a car but that day got her very own birthday cake both received their gifts from religious people. May God soften your heart. Send ALL QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS to The God Squad via email at godsquadquestion@aol.com.
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Alhambra senior guard Luke Brown takes on a defender in the Bulldogs’ 54-48 loss on Feb. 7, 2017. (MARK FIERNER / Martinez Tribune)
Alhambra girls see off Campo on Senior Night By GERARDO RECINOS Martinez Tribune A pair of second-half goals by two Alhambra juniors helped the team get their 10th win of the season, and has all but secured the Bulldogs second place league finish. After a 3-2 loss the last time the Lady Dogs faced Campo two weeks ago, a conclusive 2-0 victory on Feb, 8 was exactly what the team needed so close to the playoffs. Campolindo posed very little threat on the night, and most of their true clear cut chances didn’t really test the Dogs. Alhambra on the other hand played a comprehensive match. From front to back, all aspects were covered. And while it took them some time to fully settle in and break the deadlock the signs were all there for a scoring night. Of course that happened last Friday night against Miramonte. In that game the Bulldog girls also started off with the lion’s share of possession. Similarly, in Wednesday nights contest, the Bulldog girls looked the brighter side early on. In particular their link up play was excellent due to some excellent passing from defenders. With time on the ball, both Jenna Coffman and Chloe Taylor were able to build the attack from defense and allow the flair players in the midfield create with ease.
In the 16th minute, Carly Agostino hit the cross bar from 20 yards out, and then fired just high six minutes later. The play was onside, and that allowed the Bulldogs to play off one another with ease. Jaycee Armosino showed some skill when she played in Marlo Allen on a deft flick over a defender, but Miramonte cleared for a throw. Just before the half, substitute Sophia Olson did well to bring a throw in down in the box. She laid off a ball to a surging Sarah Emigh, but the senior midfielder’s show was wide. The Chico State-committee was restored to her place in the middle of the park after playing in defense last week. Only four minutes into the second half, the Bulldogs struck. The move started at the feet of sophomore right back Chakeira Cox, who floated a ball into the box that junior Julia Perez flicked up. Perez’s flick was volleyed home expertly by Agostino, who’s 20-yard screamer could be a candidate for goal of the season. Not to be outdone, Perez entered an effort of her own into the ring when she pulled out a skillful effort only 15 minutes later. Lindsey Aflord had nearly doubled the lead only seconds before Perez flicked the ball into her own path before hitting a half-volley true, and slotting it past the Campo keeper for the second goal of the night.
Alhambra boys fade after strong start at home By GERARDO RECINOS Martinez Tribune
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Alhambra juniors Marlo Allen (24) and Jaycee Armosino (9) surround the Campolindo defender in the Bulldogs’ 2-0 win over Campolindo on Feb. 8.
Not content to only be up 2-0, the Bulldogs didn’t let up. Marisa D’Atri was played in on goal down the right-hand touchline twice in the latter stages of the match. Once on an excellent switch of play by Alford, and the second on a searching through ball from Emigh. However the pacy junior could only hit the side-netting. Rather than get behind the ball and defend the Bulldogs tried to
grab a third in the final 10 minutes. But they needed not worry. Campo’s best effort was a volley that was well wide in the 78th minute by senior Julia Rossi. That allowed the Bulldogs to see their seniors off with a final regular season win at Knowles Field. But that’s far from the last victory they want to be celebrating on the field they’ve run on for the last four years.
Over the past two games the Bulldogs have made some improvements over their deficiencies from the earlier part of the season. But they still lacked a little extra, and were beaten by Concord High for the second time this season Tuesday night. The 54-48 loss on Feb. 7 was as close as the Bulldog boys basketball team have played a team that put a big win on the team. One thing that plagued the Bulldogs in the first match up was a lack of rebounding from every player on the court. But they came out of the gate firing and hungry. Concord didn’t seem to be in a rhythm and the Bulldogs exploited it to get off to a 9-2 run to start the game. The dream start continued as Concord struggled to get their 3-point shooting game back to the level it was on in the first match up two weeks prior. It was one of Alhambra’s best quarters of the season, but surely Concord wasn’t just going to lie down? After all they sit in second place in the Diablo Athletic League. And eventually their shooting would catch up. u CONCORD: Page 10
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scorers, and in the Feb. 3 win over Berean Christian she had 10 points in the 57-40 win on the road. Schmidt has been one of Alhambra’s most consistent scoring threats for the past few years, and has been one of the program’s hardest workers. “She is averaging double digits in points,”
Coach Jason Bautista said. “This is a product of her dedication to want to be a better shooter and offensive threat. “She stays late and comes into the gym on off days to get a hundred shots up outside of normal practice. That dedication can’t be taught,” the coach said. Schmidt has been important on both sides
of the ball with the Bulldogs, and on many occasions has passed on scoring opportunities to play defense, usually on the opponents best scoring threat. Schmidt has been on the varsity team for three years. To nominate an athlete for consideration, Email grecinos@martineztribune.com
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Sports Martinez Winter Bocce Standings The Martinez Indoor Winter League consists of 58 teams, and over 500 players participating. Courts are located at NorCal Courts, 360 Ferry St., Martinez. Standings current as of Friday, Feb. 3, 2017. TUESDAY "A" DIVISION Games WON
LOST
%
Played
BOCCE HUNKS
22
8
0.733
30
THE PLAYERS
TEAM
21
9
0.700
30
DOUBLE SHOT
22
11
0.667
33
BOCCE BY TATE
15
15
0.500
30
SHOCK TREATMENT
11
19
0.367
30
SEASONED PACK
12
21
0.364
33
THE REPRESENTATIVES
5
25
0.167
30
108
108
0.500
216
TOTALS
TUESDAY "B" DIVISION Games TEAM
WON
LOST
%
Played
ROLLIN STONZ
25
5
0.833
30
D.A.L.
20
13
0.606
33
BELLA BOCCE
18
12
0.600
30
BALLS TO THE WALLS
14
16
0.467
30
CHEW BOCCE
11
19
0.367
30
PELOTAS CALIENTE
12
21
0.364
33
WHAT A BIOCCE
8
22
0.267
30
108
108
0.500
216
TOTALS
WEDNESDAY "A" DIVISION WON
LOST
%
Games Played
ON A ROLL
26
4
0.867
30
WHO
19
11
0.633
30
READY SET ROLL
19
14
0.576
33
FOUR THREE TWO ONE
13
17
0.433
30
REDUX BOCCE
14
19
0.424
33
HAMMER TIME
12
18
0.400
30
BOCCE BY DIRKS
5
25
0.167
30
108
108
0.500
216
TEAM
TOTALS
WEDNESDAY "B" DIVISION Games TEAM
WON
LOST
%
Played
ALOHA CHIROPRACTIC
20
10
0.667
30
LES SCHWAB TIRES
21
12
0.636
33
ROLL HAPPY
19
14
0.576
33
PACIFICA PIZZA
16
14
0.533
30
ROLLING ROCKS
16
14
0.533
30
HARD TO HANDLE
10
20
0.333
EASY RIDERS
6
24
0.200
30
108
108
0.500
216
TOTALS
30
THURSDAY "B" DIVISION Games TEAM
WON
LOST
%
Played
BOUN AMICI
22
8
0.733
30
BAD BOYS BAD BOYS
21
9
0.700
30
ON A ROLL (2)
20
10
0.667
30
CHALLENGERS
20
13
0.606
33
TEAM HAZLETT
11
19
0.367
30
DON’T BE SHORT
11
22
0.333
33
FREE BALLIN
3
27
0.100
30
108
108
0.500
216
TOTALS
WEDNESDAY SENIOR "RED & WHITE MIXED" DIVISION Games TEAM
WON
LOST
%
Played
ABC
31
5
0.861
36
WHO TOO
26
10
0.722
36
LA BOCCE VITA (RED)
24
12
0.667
36
BOCCE BY TATE
21
15
0.583
36
DUCKS
19
17
0.528
36
121
59
0.672
180
ET TU BOCCE
20
16
0.556
36
ROLLING STONES
17
19
0.472
36
SIR 8 ROLLERS
9
27
0.250
36
LA BOCCE VITA (WHITE)
8
28
0.222
36
5
31
0.139
36
59
121
0.328
180
TOTALS
ON A ROLL (3) TOTALS
THURSDAY SENIOR "RED" DIVISION TEAM
WON
LOST
%
Games Played
CROCKET CRYSTALS
19
11
0.633
30
BOTCHEE 101
17
13
0.567
30
MISFITS
18
15
0.545
33
BOCCE GUYS TOO
15
15
0.500
30
BOCCE BRUISERS
14
16
0.467
30
SUGAR CUBES
12
18
0.400
30
13
20
0.394
33
108
108
0.500
216
LA BELLA VITA TOTALS
THURSDAY SENIOR "WHITE" DIVISION Games TEAM
WON
LOST
%
0
0
Played
THE WINTER WONDERS
19
8
0.704
27
SENIOR TRAVELERS BOCCE FRIENDS REJECTS
20
10
0.667
30
14
10
0.583
24
BALLS O'FYRE
12
12
0.500
24
PALLINO PALS
7
20
0.259
27
R.E.D.
6
18
0.250
24
78
78
0.500
156
TOTALS
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Alhambra girls stunned by Matadors By GERARDO RECINOS Martinez Tribune Both teams looked like they fielded two different sets of 11 in the first and second halves of the Bulldogs 1-0 loss to Miramonte on Friday night. Each team had their more productive half in the thrilling Feb. 3 contest, but it was the Matadors who took their chances with an early goal at the start of the second half. But they did what Alhambra couldn’t do. Make no mistake the Matadors put some shots on frame in the early stages of the match, but nothing that truly troubled Alhambra goalkeeper Nicki Rucki. The Alhambra shot-stopper was equal to the three attempts on frame she was forced to deal with in the first half. However after a rocky opening 20 minutes for both sides, as play started to settle in, the Bulldogs looked more in control. With some adjustments being made in the lineup, the Bulldogs seemed more inclined to play down the middle of the pitch, rather than trying to stretch Miramonte out wide. Even so, they pressed high up the field with energy and forced the Matadors to lose possession on multiple occasions. Substitute Sophia Olson in particular put in a shift chasing around any ball from the back, forcing the Miramonte backline to be on alert when they picked up their heads to play a pass. Alhambra could not take advantage of the surplus in possession, however. Having Sarah Emigh play in defense stifled their creativity a bit, but there were a few instances where the Lady Dogs seemed just off kilter. In the 28th minute Carly Agostino slipped in fellow junior Marissa D’Atri down the left touchline. The winger’s cross was only cleared as far as full back Chakeira Cox, but her teasing ball into the box was also cleared wide by Miramonte.
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Alhambra junior Sophia Olson (right) looks to go around her defender in the Bulldogs’ 1-0 loss to Miramonte on Feb. 3, 2017.
Not long after sophomore midfielder Sam Pearson took a shot from 25 yards out, but didn’t put enough pace in the ball to truly test the Miramonte keeper. Not even a minute later the Bulldogs were hard done by a decision by an official, and were once again denied a chance for their goal. Junior Julia Perez was hacked down in the 18-yard box, but the referee denied claims for a penalty and waved play on. Agonizingly the Bulldogs couldn’t nick their goal, and in soccer when you can’t capitalize on your chances, you can bet your opponent will. Even worse, they did it in way less time. Having had to defend for the better part of 25 minutes in the first half, the Matadors didn’t spoil the fast-paced start after the break. They fired a warning shot in the 42nd minute, when sophomore Siena Thomas’ shot went just wide. A minute later they scored.
A smart ball down the right touchline found senior Samantha Devecchi. She fizzed in a cross with some pace on it that was finished off by a brilliant diving-headed effort by fellow captain and senior Mia Grillo. The goal came with the Matadors threatening to score from the whistle, but Grillo’s run was well-timed, and the finish cultured. Nothing was going to stop it. The same couldn’t be said of the chances the Bulldogs created in the second half. And that all came down to Miramonte keeper Olivia Goodman, who made 11 saves on the night. Even when the official made a poor call and incorrectly ruled that Goodman had picked up a back pass. The resulting indirect free kick was cleared easily. For the rest of the match it seemed as if the Lady Dogs were just missing the final piece of the puzzle. They had some bright spots in link up play, but the end product was always missing.
Lady Bulldogs flat in loss to Concord By GERARDO RECINOS Martinez Tribune For about a quarter’s worth of play on Tuesday night it looked like the Bulldogs had solved the Concord High problem. But the girls basketball team only solved the riddle for a quarter, as the Minutemen claimed the Diablo Athletic League title outright with a 54-40 win over Alhambra on Feb. 7. In a way the Bulldog girls did what they needed to do by holding Concord to 54 points, rather than the 66 they scored last time the two teams met. But on that day the Bulldogs were nailing clutch shots after going down by a lot. Tuesday night’s loss was about as cold as the Lady Dogs have gone from the field all season. Alhambra’s defense did everything right, for the most part.
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Alhambra senior Lani Lara hit four three pointers in the Bulldogs’ 54-40 loss to Concord High on Feb. 7, 2017.
They put a second defender on Ciara O’Kelley, who at 6-foot2, towers over most of the players on either squad. They rebounded better as a team, but still had trouble not letting O’Kelley sweep up everything in sight. The senior had 19 rebounds for the Minutemen, and wasn’t doing it all alone. Senior Jessica Solis added
eight rebounds to go with 15 points on the night. However the three-ball that hurt Alhambra two weeks prior was not as deadly. Concord went 6-for-19 from the three-point range, compared to 10-for21 in January. The loss marked only the third time Alhambra has lost all season. Two have come at the hands of Concord.
And it did. Concord cut the deficit with solid defense, and the Bulldogs failed to extend the lead by going a paltry 7-for-14 from the free throw line. Even though Concord had a few players get into foul trouble, the Bulldogs couldn’t do much. Then the momentum shifted. From the halftime break, Concord had a fresh burst of energy probably fueled by a chewing out from their coach. Sophomore Cole Arabian, who was big in the first match up against the Minutemen, hit a trio of 3-pointers in the third quarter that lifted the Minutemen above the Bulldogs for the first time in the game. For the rest of this story, follow up on MartinezTribune.com
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The Name(s) of the Business(es): Atlas Pacific Group. The Street Address of Principal Place of Business is 8 Camino Encinas, Ste 100, Ordinda, CA 94563; Mailing Address: 1849 Chestnut St #5, San Francisco, CA 94123. The business is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Adam Watts, 1849 Chestnut St #5, San Francisco, CA 94123. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on NA. /s/ Adam Watts. Statement filed with the Contra Costa County Clerk Recorder on Jan. 13, 2017. File #17-0000239-00 Published: Jan. 20, 27; Feb. 3, 10, 2017. ______________________________________________________________________-__
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The Name(s) of the Business(es): Letts Plumbing Inc. The Street Address of Principal Place of Business is 1717 Solano Way #5, Concord, CA 94520. The business is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Letts Plumbing, 1717 Solano Way #5, Concord, CA 94520, California Corporation. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on January 2006. /s/ Shane Letts, President. Statement filed with the Contra Costa County Clerk Recorder on Jan. 17, 2017. File #17-0000290-00 Published: Jan. 20, 27; Feb. 3, 10, 2017. ______________________________________________________________________-__
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The Name(s) of the Business(es): Braddahs Grinds LLC. The Street Address of Principal Place of Business is 1211 Fascination Cir, Elsobrante, CA 94803. The business is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Braddahs Grinds LLC, 1211 Fascination Cir, Elsobrante, CA 94803. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious
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business name(s) listed above on NA. /s/ George Carvalho III (Managing Member). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on Jan. 20, 2017. File #17-0000376-00 Published: Jan. 27; Feb. 3, 10, 17, 2017 ______________________________________________________________________-__
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The Name(s) of the Business(es): Rick’s Handyman Services. The Street Address of Principal Place of Business is 1115 Chiltern Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596. The business is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Rick Ysunza, 1115 Chiltern Dr., Walnut Creek, CA 94596. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on NA. /s/ Rick Ysunza. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on Jan. 18, 2017. File #17-0000324-00 Published: Jan. 27; Feb. 3, 10, 17, 2017.
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of Principal Place of Business is 2279 Shea Dr., Pinole, CA 94564. The business is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Ralph Louis Rote, 2279 Shea Dr., Pinole, CA 94564. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on January 1, 2017. /s/ Ralph Rote. Statement filed with the Contra Costa County Clerk Recorder on Jan. 26, 2017. File #17-0000571-00 Published: Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24, 2017. ______________________________________________________________________-__
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The Name(s) of the Business(es): GRATI. The Street Address of Principal Place of Business is 101 Salazar Ct, Clayton, CA 94517. The business is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Irfan Baig, 101 Salazar Ct, Clayton, CA 94517. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on NA. /s/ Irfan Baig. Statement filed with the Contra Costa County Clerk Recorder on Jan. 24, 2017. File #17-0000538-00 Published: Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24, 2017. ______________________________________________________________________-__
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The Name(s) of the Business(es): Henry Chin and Associates. The Street Address of Principal Place of Business is 56 Warfield Drive, Moraga, CA 94556. The business is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Henry Chin, 56 Warfield Drive, Moraga, CA 94556. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on January 4, 2016. /s/ Henry Chin. Statement filed with the Contra Costa County Clerk Recorder on Jan. 18, 2017. File #17-0000318-00 Published: Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24, 2017. ______________________________________________________________________-__
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Martinez USD Citizens’ Oversight Committee: Martinez Unified School District is seeking applicants for “parent of MUSD students”, “member-at-large”, and a “member active in a business organization” to serve a two year term on the Measure K bond program Citizens’ Oversight Committee. Meetings are held four times each year at the District Office from 6:30-8:00 p.m. The application is located on the district website at www. martinezusd.net in the Measure K section. For questions please contact Diane Deshler, Chief Business Official at ddeshler@ martinez.k12.ca.us or (925) 335-5925. Published Jan. 27; Feb. 3, 10, 17, 2017
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Marich Confectionery of Hollister, California is voluntarily recalling 4.25oz Valentine Chocolate Caramel Hearts UPC CODE 797817-44440-9 because it may contain Triple Chocolate Toffee which contains almonds. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity almonds run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. Product was distributed in California, Oklahoma and Minnesota in retail form. The product can be identified by its Valentine’s Day themed packaging. It comes in a 4.25oz (120g) bright red and pink box with the product name of Chocolate Caramel Hearts. The lot code being recalled is 0031711 with a best by date of 9/30/17 and can be found on the bottom of the package. No illnesses have been reported to date. The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product containing almonds was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of almonds. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the company’s packaging processes that resulted in the packaging mix up. Consumers who have purchased 4.25oz Valentine Chocolate Caramel Hearts are urged to return it Marich Confectionery for a full refund. Consumers
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The Name(s) of the Business(es): Schofield Images. The Street Address of Principal Place of Business is 25A Crescent Dr, #207, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. The business is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Kevin M. Schofield, 25A Crescent Dr, #207, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on NA. /s/ Kevin M. Schofield. Statement filed with the Contra Costa County Clerk Recorder on Jan. 30, 2017. File #17-0000658-00 Published: Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24, 2017. ______________________________________________________________________-__
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The Name(s) of the Business(es): Clear The Way Traffic Control. The Street Address of Principal Place of Business is 2950 Buskirk Ave, #300, Walnut Creek, CA 94597. The business is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Jayla Clark, 1710 Laramie Way, Stockton, CA 95209. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on NA. /s/ Jayla Clark. Statement filed with the Contra Costa County Clerk Recorder on Jan. 31, 2017. File #17-0000685-00 Published: Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24, 2017. ______________________________________________________________________-__
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The Name(s) of the Business(es): KAYPRO. The Street Address of Principal Place of Business is 2201 Sycamore Dr, Apt 157, Antioch, CA 94509. The business is hereby regis-
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The Name(s) of the Business(es): ROYAL FURNITURE. The Street Address of Principal Place of Business is 1356 Elderberry Dr., Concord, CA 94521. The business is hereby registered by the following owner(s): ASAD MAHMOOD KHAN, 1356 Elderberry Dr., Concord, CA 94521. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business
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name(s) listed above on NA. /s/ ASAD MAHMOOD KHAN. Statement filed with the Contra Costa County Clerk Recorder on Feb. 1, 2017. File #17-0000711-00 Published: Feb. 10, 17, 24; March 3, 2017. ______________________________________________________________________-__
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The Name(s) of the Business(es): LIVING IN THE BODY. The Street Address of Principal Place of Business is 3184 Old Tunnel Road, Suite F,
only three months. Through her own dogged persistence, Anne gained entry to the Perkins School for the Blind and vision impaired, where she succeeded brilliantly. A surgical operation gave her improved vision so that she was able to read print. When Helen Keller’s father contacted the Perkins School seeking someone to become a teacher for his daughter, Anne Sullivan was selected. It was not a pleasant experience at the beginning. Helen “hit, pinched and kicked her teacher and knocked out one of her teeth. [Anne] finally gained control by moving with [Helen] into a small cottage on the Kellers’ property. Through patience and firm consistency, she finally won the child’s heart and trust.” Similarly, as we come to trust rather than resist our divine Teacher, He can work with us to enlighten and lift us to a new reality. To help Helen learn words, Anne would spell the names of familiar objects with her finger on the palm of Helen’s hand. “[Helen] enjoyed this ‘finger play,’ but she didn’t understand until the famous moment when [Anne] spelled ‘w-a-t-e-r’ while pumping water over [Helen’s] hand. [Helen] later wrote: “‘Suddenly I felt a misty consciousness as of something forgotten … and somehow the mystery of language was revealed to me. I knew then that “w-a-t-e-r” meant the wonderful cool something that was flowing over my hand. That living word awakened my soul, gave it light, hope, joy, set it free! … Everything had a name, and each name gave birth to a new thought. As we returned to the house[,] every object … I touched seemed to quiver with life.’” As Helen Keller grew to adulthood, she became known
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Lafayette, CA 94549. The business is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Robyn Scherr, 1860 Gilly Lane, Concord, CA 94518. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name s listed above on 4/30/2007. /s/ obyn Scherr. Statement filed with the Contra Costa County Clerk Recorder on Feb. 7, 2017. File #17-0000838-00 Published: Feb. 10, 17, 24; March 3, 2017. ______________________________________________________________________-__
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come] as a child, submissive, meek, humble, patient, full of love, willing to submit to all things which the Lord seeth fit to inflict upon him, even as a child doth submit to his father.” Elder Dallin H. Oaks observed: “The Final Judgment is not just an evaluation of a sum total of good and evil acts – what we have done. It is an acknowledgment of the final effect of our acts and thoughts – what we have become.” The story of Helen Keller is something of a parable suggesting how divine love can transform a willing soul. Helen was born in the state of Alabama in the United States in 1880. When just 19 months old, she suffered an undiagnosed illness that left her both deaf and blind. She was extremely intelligent and became frustrated as she tried to understand and make sense of her surroundings. When Helen felt the moving lips of family members and realized that they used their mouths to speak, “she flew into a rage [because] she was unable to join in the conversation.” By the time Helen was six, her need to communicate and her frustration grew so intense that her “outbursts occurred daily, sometimes hourly.” Helen’s parents hired a teacher for their daughter, a woman named Anne Sullivan. Just as we have in Jesus Christ one who understands our infirmities, Anne Sullivan had struggled with her own serious hardships and understood Helen’s infirmities. At age five, Anne had contracted a disease that caused painful scarring of the cornea and left her mostly blind. When Anne was eight, her mother died; her father abandoned her and her younger brother, Jimmie; and they were sent to a “poor house,” where conditions were so deplorable that Jimmie died after
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for her love of language, her skill as a writer, and her eloquence as a public speaker. In a movie depicting the life of Helen Keller, her parents are portrayed as satisfied with Anne Sullivan’s work once she has domesticated their wild daughter to the extent that Helen will sit politely at dinner, eat normally, and fold her napkin at the end of the meal. But Anne knew Helen was capable of much, much more and that she had significant contributions to make. Even so, we may be quite content with what we have done in our lives and that we simply are what we are, while our Savior comprehends a glorious potential that we perceive only “through a glass, darkly.” Each of us can experience the ecstasy of divine potential unfolding within us, much like the joy Helen Keller felt when words came to life, giving light to her soul and setting it free. Each of us can love and serve God and be empowered to bless our fellowman. “As it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him.” Let us consider the cost of God’s precious love. Jesus revealed that to atone for our sins and redeem us from death, both physical and spiritual, His suffering caused Himself, “even God, the greatest of all, to tremble because of pain, and to bleed at every pore, and to suffer both body and spirit – and would that [He] might not drink the bitter cup, and shrink.” His agony in Gethsemane and on the cross was greater than any mortal could bear.37 Nevertheless, because of His love for His Father and for us, He endured, and as a consequence, He can offer us both u FAITH 2: Page 16
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The Name(s) of the Business(es): FLIPCO INVESTMENTS. The Street Address of Principal Place of Business is 3171 GARRITY WAY #624, RICHMOND, CA 94806. The business is hereby registered by the following owner(s): DEBRA WINN, 3171 GARRITY WAY, RICHMOND, CA 94806. This business is conducted
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by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on JANUARY 2017. /s/ DEBRA W . Statement filed with the Contra Costa County Clerk Recorder on Jan. 18, 2017. File #17-0000296-00 Published: Feb. 10, 17, 24; March 3, 2017.
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on NA. /s/ Olena Dembitska. Statement filed with the Contra Costa County Clerk Recorder on Feb. 1, 2017. File #17-0000726-00 Published: Feb. 10, 17, 24; March 3, 2017.
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The Name(s) of the Business(es): Sol Nature Company; Green Sol Company. The Street Address of Principal Place of Business is 2070 N Broadway, PO Box 455, Walnut Creek, CA 94596-9998. The business is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Olena Dembitska, 2070 N Broadway, PO Box 455, Walnut Creek, CA 94596-9998. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above
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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Your hardnosed financial ambitions don’t have a “sell by” date. You can remain efficient and well organized despite frequent interruptions. It is possible to be ruthless about the pennies but kindhearted with people. TAURUS (April 20May 20): Relax. It isn’t always necessary to be completely businesslike in business. You may be the epitome of efficiency and fully focused on getting the best bang for your buck. Someone might not meet your high standards. GEMINI (May 21June 20): Camouflage your material ambitions. The best and most useful flies are attracted by honey, not vinegar. Don’t be a stickler about unnecessary details. Display a tactful manner to win friends and influence people. CANCER (June 21July 22): Protect yourself by setting reasonable limits. You wouldn’t take advantage of casual friendships, so don’t let friends take advantage of you. In an effort to please everyone you may be left holding the bag. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may be feeling like it is time for some wheeling and dealing. Find the bottom line and investigate your options. Avoid making irrevocable decisions about major purchases or crucial investments for a few more days. VIRGO (Aug. 23Sept. 22): You might count chickens before they hatch. You might be feeling overly confident
about your financial situation. You may be tempted to spend money you don’t have quite yet just to prove a point. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Make room for new ideas. And if there is room for concepts there is room for those outside the family circle who might voice different opinions. You can respect contrasting viewpoints even when you don’t agree. SCORPIO (Oct. 23Nov. 21): Logic should be accompanied by a pinch of imagination. Achieve your financial goals by applying responsible attitudes and organizational skills. Deep thinking and probing questions help you maintain your equilibrium. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Just because you have been frustrated in the past doesn’t mean you are permanently blocked from success. You can achieve financial security by remaining observant. An opportunity is just around the corner. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Change isn’t always the best option. Some things must be endured in order to undergo an eventual improvement. Tighten up the purse strings and concentrate on being thrifty. Hold off on expensive purchases AQUARIUS (Jan. 20Feb. 18): Discussion determines a detente. Talk over past problems and clear up misunderstandings using a rational approach. Don’t upset anyone’s favorite apple cart even if you think you know best. (c) 2017 CONTENT LLC.
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Street for a verbal altercation between mother and son. As Ofc. Leong arrived on scene he saw the son break the windshield of his mother’s car with a rock. The son was arrested and booked into MDF for 594 PC (Vandalism). • MPD officers were
advised of a 2003 Ford F-350 that was just stolen from the 600 block of Bertola Street. Officer Sanders located the truck getting onto westbound Highway 4 from Alhambra Avenue. Officer Poertner was able to catch up with Officer Sanders just as they encoun-
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tered a heavy down pour. Officer Poertner’s unit started to hydroplane and he lost control of the vehicle and hit the “K” rail just west of Franklin Canyon and the unit left the highway. Officer Poertner and Logan were uninjured and the car suffered minor damage (CHP took a report on the collision). Officer Sanders followed the truck onto westbound 80 and the driver drove down the onramp (the wrong way) at San Pablo Road and Officer Sanders lost site of the truck. MPD units were never in pursuit and Officer Sanders was following the truck at freeway speeds. • Officer Sanders responded to a residence in the 200 block of Tuolume Avenue for an altercation between a male and female. Upon his arrival, the male had left the residence and the female stated her ex-boyfriend slapped her several times. MPD units conducted an area check for a male, but were unable to locate him. • Officers responded to the 1100 block of Pine Street regarding a couple that was
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walking when the female’s brother approached them from behind and attacked his sister’s boyfriend with a knife. He then fled the area. The male was cut two or three times on his left arm and left shoulder. He was transported to the hospital where he was treated for his injuries and released. An area check was conducted for the suspect, but officers were met with negative results. Investigation continuing. • Ofc. Russell was dispatched to 855 Howe Road (M&S Landscaping) for the report of a commercial burglary that occurred sometime during the night, resulting in several thousand dollars in landscaping equipment being stolen. Additionally, two (2) Ford F-250 pickup trucks were stolen. The trucks had M&S decals printed on them. There is no suspect information at this time. Both vehicles were entered into the Stolen Vehicle System.
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• Ofc. Miller was dispatched to a business in the 900 block of Howe Road for the report of a commercial burglary. Ofc. Miller deter-
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immortality and eternal life. It is poignantly symbolic that “blood [came] from every pore” as Jesus suffered in Gethsemane, the place of the olive press. To produce olive oil in the Savior’s time, olives were first crushed by rolling a large stone over them. The resulting “mash” was placed in soft, loosely woven baskets, which were piled one upon another. Their weight expressed the first and finest oil. Then added stress was applied by placing a large beam or log on top of the stacked baskets, producing more oil. Finally, to draw out the very last drops, the beam was weighted with stones on one end to create the maximum, crushing pressure. And yes, the oil is blood
red as it first flows out. I think of Matthew’s account of the Savior as He entered Gethsemane that fateful night – that He “began to be sorrowful and very heavy. … “And he went a little further, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt.” Then, as I imagine the distress grew even more severe, He pleaded a second time for relief and, finally, perhaps at the peak of His suffering, a third time. He endured the agony until justice was satisfied to the very last drop. This He did to redeem you and me. What a precious gift is divine love! Filled with that
love, Jesus asks, “Will ye not now return unto me, and repent of your sins, and be converted, that I may heal you?” Tenderly He reassures, “Behold, mine arm of mercy is extended towards you, and whosoever will come … will I receive; and blessed are those who come unto me.” Will you not love Him who first loved you? Then keep His commandments. Will you not be a friend to Him who laid down His life for His friends? Then keep His commandments. Will you not abide in His love and receive all that He graciously offers you? Then keep His commandments. I pray that we will feel and fully abide in His love, in the name of Jesus Christ, amen.
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