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Students compete in Contra Costa Model UN Instead of taking part in their schools’ football games, dances, and other fun weekend activities, 225 Bay Area high school students buckled down this past Friday afternoon and evening, as well as all day Saturday to discuss and provide workable solutions to many of our world’s biggest challenges, at the 26th annual Contra Costa County Model United Nations (UN) Conference, held at Diablo Valley College. This academic event is produced and directed by the Contra Costa County Ofﬁce of Education (CCCOE) and coordinated by Kevin Felix Chan, of Best Delegate, along with members of the Model United Nations Club at U.C. Davis. The two-day event enhances high school students’ understanding of the United Nations and its role in global issues. Participating students (delegates) each represent a nation and negotiate on that country’s behalf. During the conference, delegates debated international issues in 10 committees, in-

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Unofficial election results in Mark Ross, Noralea Gipner lead in Martinez City Council race By E. CLARK Martinez Tribune MARTINEZ, Calif. – The nation wasn’t alone Tuesday night as unexpected results from the 2016 General Election also poured into Contra Costa County. Of special local interest were results from the Martinez City Council, Dist. 5 County Supervisor and Martinez Unified School District races. Unofficial results will be updated till 5 p.m. every Friday until the election is certified, Elections Department Community Education and Engagement Specialist Paul Burgarino said in a release prior to

the election. The County has until Dec. 6 to certify the Presidential Election and until Dec. 8 to certify all other items on the ballot. As of presstime, County election results showed 50.22 percent voter turnout, with 305,123 ballots cast. There are 607,515 registered voters in Contra Costa County. While the results are still unofﬁcial, by Wednesday morning few results were too close to call. Most should likely stand till certiﬁcation. In the race for two open seats on Martinez City Council, hairdresser and businesswoman Noralea Gipner will join incumbent Mark Ross on City Council.

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Martinez Police introduced their new K9 at the last meeting of the Martinez City Council, Nov. 2, 2016. “Brute” was purchased through various local fundraisers spearheaded by Martinez Grange youngsters, Seth Kozlowski and Lenore Delﬁno, who helped raise over $13,000. Oﬃcer Tom Brenig has been paired with Brute, now on active duty with MPD.

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As of Tribune deadline Thursday, unofﬁcial results showed Ross in the lead with 30.20 percent of the vote, or 5,237 votes. Gipner was close behind with 29.07 percent, or 5,041 votes. Attorney Courtney Masella-O’Brien received 21.56 percent, or 3,740; and businessman/CEO John Stevens came in with 18.77 percent, or 3,256 votes. “I’m honored to have been allowed to re-enlist as a public servant in my hometown, and that Measure D was passed by the voters as well,” Ross said of the victory. “I look forward to swiftly implementing road improvements, and making our City the best it can be. Thanks to the voters, congratulations to Noralea for her victory, and Courtney and John for a vigorously contested election. Let’s get to work on paving, progress, and open space!” Gipner said after the successful campaign: “I’m overwhelmed, thrilled, tired, in love with my city. Martinez is my only agenda; I truly intend to work very hard for our city and want so much to get the citizens involved. We truly deserve the best we can give ourselves. My goal is to be a voice for the citizens of Martinez. Let’s just see how this all works out.” Incumbent Federal Glover took the lead in the Dist. 5 Supervisor race, with 54.81 percent, or 24,049 votes. Martinez local AnaMarie Avila Farias, who surrendered her City Council seat to run for County Supervisor, showed with 44.75 percent, or 19,633 votes. For Martinez Uniﬁed School RESULTS: Page 7

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Veterans Day facts & local ceremonies On Friday, Nov. 11, Americans celebrate Veterans Day. The federal holiday honors the brave men and women of the armed forces who risk their lives to protect our freedom. They include members of the U.S. Army, Navy, Marine Corps, National Guard, Air Force, and the Coast Guard. There is often confusion between Veterans Day and Memorial Day, which is celebrated on the last Monday of May. Though both honor our military personnel, Memorial Day is set aside to remember and pay tribute to soldiers that died in battle or from a wound sustained in one. Veterans Day, on the other hand, recognizes ALL those who served honorably in the military, during war or peace. Its primary purpose however, is to thank the living veterans for their bravery and contribution to our national security. Veterans Day, formerly called Armistice Day, was ﬁrst celebrated on Nov. 11, 1919, to honor World War I soldiers. The date was selected because it was on this day at 11 a.m. in 1918 that the Allied Nations and Germany reached a cease-ﬁre, or Armistice, which led to VETERANS: Page 3

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Message from the Chief of Police BY MANJIT SAPPAL Martinez Police Chief Over the last month we have received several concerns about crime and traffic related issues across the city. In many of the cases we learned that our dispatch center was never called about the activity. It is extremely important that we work together to address problems in our community and one of the first steps is to call us to report crime or concerns. We rely heavily on you to report any concerns, before they turn into bigger problems, so we can respond and take action accordingly. Remember, our dispatch number is staffed 24/7 and the direct number is (925) 3723440. We are continually working on hiring to bolster our staffing and we recently hired a new officer that previously worked for the City of Stockton. Officer Tatiana Montano was sworn in on Oct. 5, 2016. She has previous experience as a dispatcher with the Con-

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cord Police Department and is also bilingual. She is excited to serve the community and we are happy to have her join the MPD family! On Oct. 7 we hosted a Coffee with a Cop event at the Starbucks in Virginia Hills. We had quite a turnout from the community and we enjoyed chatting with folks. The Coffee with a Cop event is designed to allow the police and community to interact in a casual setting and we are fortunate to have a supportive and engaged community – the turnout was amazing! We also want to thank the Sunridge Terrace Community for inviting us to their neighborhood party – several officers showed up along with K9 Logan to enjoy the festivities. Speaking of K9 Logan - he recently suffered a cut to his nose in a training exercise. Fortunately the injury was not too serious, although he had to get a few stitches. The poor guy will have to wear a cone for a few days, but he should be back to normal soon. As

we mentioned in a previous Newsletter, we have a new K9 that recently started working with us (K9 Brute with canine handler Breinig) and our staff is picking up a third canine this month, who will be working with Officer Lincoln. Two of our officers were recognized at the Employee Appreciation Breakfast recently - Officer Estanol who received a service award for 20 years of service along with Officer Miller, who was recognized for 15 years of service. Congratulations to both of you! We were recently invited to St. Catherine’s by 6th graders for Mass and several officers attended - thanks for the invitation! As for recent police activity this month - here are a few highlights: • Officer Breinig and Officer Brinser responded to Berrellesa St. at Embarcadero St. to investigate a report of a vehicle stuck on the railroad tracks. A vehicle was located unoccupied on the tracks just

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west of the Amtrak station. Officers located and arrested two individuals in the area of the vehicle for being drunk in public. They claimed no knowledge of the vehicle and there were no witnesses that could identify a driver. The vehicle was towed and the two suspects were booked into county jail. • Officer Mayberry contacted an individual in the 3700 block of Alhambra Ave. and arrested him for possession u CHIEF: Page 16

n Dawn Adams, 37, was arrested Nov. 8, allegedly for being under the influence of controlled substance. n Challynn Garcia, 38, was arrested Nov. 6 on DUI alcohol drugs, DUI alcohol with BAC greater than .08 charges. n Michael Hart, 52, was arrested Nov. 6 for allegedly resisting, obstructing, delaying a peace officer. n Michael Bailey, 23, was arrested Nov. 6 on warrants or holds only. n John Nord, 52, was arrested Nov. 6 for allegedly being intoxicated in public. n Roger Ferreria, 33, was arrested Nov. 5 for alleged battery and intoxicated in public charges. n Janis Thomas, 65, was arrested Nov. 4 for allegedly being intoxicated in public. n Dillan Woods, 27, was arrested Nov. 4 on use/under the influence of controlled substance charges. n Kenneth Sawchuk, 50, was arrested Nov. 3 on charges related to battery on spouse, cohabitant or former spouse. n Hamid Ahmadi, 30, was arrested Nov. 3 on warrants or holds only. n Corrado Cevasco, 24, was arrested Nov. 2 on warrants or holds only. n Casey Cliff, 36, was arrested Nov. 1 on warrants or holds only. n Jebba Catley, 48, was arrested Nov. 1 for allegedly using or being under the influence of controlled substance.

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Woman runs over husband, two others outside court before jumping to her death off Benicia-Martinez Bridge A woman ran over her estranged husband and two of his friends as the trio left a family court Monday, then jumped to her death off a bridge in the Bay Area, police said. Several witnesses saw the woman speed up and hit the three people outside a Martinez courthouse. She was reversing the car when

she struck a female victim a second time, Martinez Police Cmdr. Eric Ghisletta said. The three were taken to a hospital with moderate injuries. The woman, who had been in court with her husband, minutes later jumped off the Benicia-Martinez Bridge, Ghisletta said. She

was not immediately identiﬁed, pending notiﬁcation of her family. The U.S. Coast Guard found the body of a woman in the water under the bridge after police received a call of a person jumping. A vehicle matching the description of the one used against the pedestrians was found on the

bridge near where the woman jumped, Ghisletta said. Bystanders tried breaking the driver’s-side window on the woman’s car after the collision, but a witness said she sped out of the area. Christina Parson, 30, who was pushing her friend’s baby stroller in a nearby crosswalk, said there

was no question about the woman’s intent. “It was deliberate. You can tell it was,” said Parson, who was helping her friend with a property dispute in court Monday. “An ofﬁcer came running out of the courthouse, and I screamed for him to get help.”

VETERANS: Continued from Page 1 the end of the “Great War,” as it often called. U.S. President Woodrow Wilson, who began the commemoration, encouraged Americans to celebrate the day with parades and public meetings. Businesses were also urged to suspend work briefly at 11 a.m. to honor World War 1 veterans. In 1954, after America’s engagement in World War II and the Korean War, U.S. officials changed the name to Veterans Day, so that all military personnel could be honored. In 1968, to enable Americans to enjoy a longer weekend, U.S. lawmakers moved three holidays – Washington’s Birthday (Feb. 22), Memorial Day (May 30), and Veterans Day (Nov. 11) – from fixed dates to designated Mondays. However, the first Veterans Day celebration under the new law, observed on Oct.

25, 1971, resulted in much confusion. Additionally, most Americans were not happy with the change, due to the date’s historical and patriotic significance. In 1975, President Gerald Ford finally succumbed to public pressure and reinstated the celebration back to the original Nov. 11 date. The U.S. is not the only country that observes the holiday. It is also celebrated in the United Kingdom, France, Canada, Australia, Malta, and South Africa. While each country commemorates the event differently, the purpose is the same – to thank the brave men and women who put their lives on the line to protect others. So this Friday, be sure to seek out and thank the amazing veterans whose tremendous courage and sacrifices have enabled us to maintain our freedom.

Local ceremonies In Martinez, Veterans Day ceremonies will begin at 10 a.m. at Alhambra Cemetery on Carquinez Scenic Drive. There will be a benediction, followed by a placing of a wreath and Posting of Colors by the Sea Cadets. Ceremonies will continue at 11 a.m., this time at Plaza Ignacio Park in front of City Hall, 525 Henrietta St., Martinez. The program will include messages from the mayor, and a special message by Martinez Veterans Commissioner, Ingemar Olsson. Representatives from the ofﬁces of Congressmen Mark DeSaulnier and Mike Thompson will also participate in the ceremony, along with representatives of Senator Lois Wolk and Supervisor Federal Glover. A remembrance will be delivered by Martinez Veterans Commissioner Richard Philbrook. Gayle Haefke and the Marti-

nez Community Chorus will perform. Then the ceremony will conclude with a benediction by Pastor Terry Reilly, followed by a 21 Gun Salute by the American and Veterans of Foreign Wars, along with Taps performed by Jennifer Oertel. After the ceremony, brunch will be served at the Veterans Memorial Building, 930 Court St., Martinez. The community is invited to attend. In Concord, Veterans and their families will take part in a ceremony at Willow Pass Recreation Center, 2748 E. Olivera Road. That will begin at 11 a.m., followed by a Veterans Day Invitational Softball Tournament. Food and beverages will be sold, with proceeds beneﬁting the Marines of the Concord Reserve Training Center and the Vet Center Vigilantes softball team. For more information on the event, email nathan.johnson@

vs.cccounty.us. Discounts Many local restaurant chains and retailers will be offering veterans discounts on Nov. 11. Boston Market, Buffalo Wild Wings, California Pizza Kitchen, Chipotle, Claim Jumper, Denny’s, IHOP, Mimi’s Cafe, Outback Steakhouse, Red Robin and even IKEA are all offering either free or discounted meals, along with a host of other restaurants. Sport Clips and Great Clips will be offering free haircuts to veterans. Home Depot and Lowes will take 10 percent off veterans’ instore purchases on Nov. 11, and at participating Meineke locations, all veterans may receive a free basic oil change. Military ID is required at most participating locations.

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Weather, Astronomical & Tides Friday, Nov. 11

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73º / 54º Sun through high clouds

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Moonrise / Moonset 3:28 p.m. / 4:19 a.m.

Moonrise / Moonset 4:07 p.m. / 5:31 a.m. (FD)

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Moonrise / Moonset 5:38 p.m. / 7:55 a.m.

High Tides 10:43 a.m. (5.12 ft) 11:17 p.m. (4.36 ft)

High Tides 11:18 a.m. (5.48 ft)

High Tides 12:15 a.m. (4.49 ft) 11:54 p.m. (5.81 ft)

High Tides 1:12 a.m. (4.56 ft) 12:33 p.m. (6 ft)

High Tides 2:10 a.m. (4.59 ft) 1:15 p.m. (6.10 ft)

High Tides 3:07 a.m. (4.59 ft) 2 p.m. (6 ft)

High Tides 4:05 a.m. (4.56 ft) 2:49 p.m. (5.74 ft)

Low Tides 4:16 a.m. (.39 ft) 5:17 p.m. (.16 ft)

Low Tides 5:01 a.m. (.62 ft) 6:09 p.m. (-0.26 ft)

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Low Tides 7:22 a.m. (1.44 ft) 8:44 p.m. (-0.92 ft)

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Moonrise / Moonset Moonrise / Moonset 6:30 p.m. (PD) / 9:03 a.m. 7:28 p.m. (PD) / 10:04 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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Friday, Nov. 11

a benediction, placing of the wreath, and posting of the colors by the Sea Cadets. Ceremonies will resume at Ignacio Plaza, 525 Henrietta St., at 11 a.m. The program at the plaza includes messages from Mayor Rob Schroder. The Veterans Day Message will be by Martinez Veterans Commissioner, Ingemar Olsson. The ceremony will include Veterans Day Messages from the offices of Congressman Mark DeSaulnier, Congressman Mike Thompson, Supervisor Federal Glover, Senator Lois Wolk and a Remembrance from Martinez Veterans Commissioner Richard Philbrook. A patriotic musical medley will be performed by Gayle Haefke and the Martinez Community Chorus. The ceremonies will conclude with a benediction by Pastor Terry Reilly, a 21 gun salute by the American and Veterans of Foreign Wars and Taps by Jennifer Oertel. After the ceremony, brunch will be served at the Veterans Memorial Building, 930 Court St. The community is invited to attend. Info: Martinez Recreation Division, (925) 372-3510

Veterans Day Ceremonies When: 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 11 and an 11 a.m. program Where: Alhambra Cemetery at 10 a.m. and Ignacio Plaza, 525 Henrietta St., at 11 a.m. Details: The ceremonies will begin at 10 a.m. at the Alhambra Cemetery with

Concord Veterans Day Invitational Softball Tournament & Veterans Ceremony When: 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 11 Where: Willow Pass Softball Fields, Concord; ceremony to take place in parking lot behind Willow Pass

Ongoing Reefer Madness When: Now through Nov. 19. Where: Martinez Campbell Theater, 636 Ward St., Martinez. Details: Onstage Theatre opens the hysterical musical “Reefer Madness” written by Kevin Murphy and Dan Studney. Directed by Randall Nott and produced by Helen Means. Musical Director Feona Lee Jones and Choreographer Hannah Fournier. The fast paced musical comedy is inspired by the 1936 film. The production will run Oct. 28 through Nov. 19. Cost: General admission $22; seniors and students $18; bargain price $15. Info: (925) 518-3277 or http://onstagetheatre. homestead.com Pleine Aire Exhibit When: Month of December (through Jan. 7, 2017) Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Exhibit features local artists and local locations. Cost: Free

Magazines & soft-back books needed! Magazines and soft back books (no older than 6 months) are needed at the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center, 2500 Alhambra Ave., Martinez. The Auxiliary Volunteers deliver some 150 magazines 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.

Recreation Center, 2748 E Olivera Road, Concord. Details: Partnering with the Lt. Jerry Novakovich VFW Post 1525, the City of Concord Veterans Day Ceremony will take place at 11 a.m., with team registration available prior to the start of the ceremony. While there is no cost to teams invited to play in the Veterans Day Softball Tournament, we are playing for more than just bragging rights. We are all Veterans, service members and family members playing to celebrate our service to our nation and honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice, so egos should be left at home. Volunteer opportunities available. Food and beverages to be sold with proceeds benefiting the Marines of the Concord Reserve Training Center and the Vet Center Vigilantes softball team. Sponsorship opportunities also available. Info: Nathan.johnson@ vs.cccounty.us

Saturday, Nov. 12 Antique Corner Customer Appreciation Day When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12 Where: Antique Corner, 500 Ferry St., Martinez. Details: Join Antique Corner for snacks and storewide sales to show appreciation to customers. Info: (925) 372-9330 Diablo Vista Chorus When: 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12 Where: Diablo Valley College Performing Arts Center, 321 Golf Club Road, Pleasant Hill. Details: The show, “The Search for the Diablo Diamond,” should appeal to all ages. The show will feature the chorus’ four-part harmony. There will also be quartets such as “LiveWire,” “Verve and Turbulence,” and “Canni-Belles.” The chorus is open to women of all ages. Cost: $20 (early bird price till Oct. 31); $23 after Oct. 31; $15 for those 18 and under. Info: Tickets at brown-

papertickets.com/ event/2582921 or info at singdvc.com. Hospice East Bay’s 30th Annual Tree of Lights in Martinez When: 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12 Where: Morello Avenue, north of Arnold Drive, Martinez. Details: This year’s tree lighting in Martinez is dedicated to Fritz Fred Glemser and Judge Richard Earle Arnason. View website to see other area tree lightings outside Martinez. Info: www.HospiceEastBay.org/TreeOfLights. Main Street Arts Gallery Feature When: 5-8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 12 Where: Main Street Arts Gallery, 613 Main St., Martinez. Details: Visit the gallery and see the works of various local artists, including featured artists Lynne McManus and classical guitar artist Doug Wendt. Refreshments to be served. Cost: Free Info: www.mainstreetarts. net

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Monday, Nov. 14 Art Happy Hour When: 6:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 14 Where: La Tapatia Restaurant, 536 Main St., Martinez. Details: Art Happy Hours are fun events where participants wine and dine while creating artwork. To celebrate the upcoming holiday season, you get to pick which charm will adorn the necklace you make – an angelic winged figure or joyous peaceful bird. The necklace is made with an antique skeleton key and your choice of charms and colored Swarovski crystals. This event is artist-led with step-by-step instructions. All materials are provided. Beginners are welcome. Affordable, creative, fun! We are also looking for artists who would like to lead events in their community. Advance ticket purchase required. Get 30 percent off with discount code TRIBUNE30. Info: www.ArtHappyHours. com

Sunday, Nov. 13 Martinez Historical Society Presentation When: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13 Where: Veteran’s Memorial Hall, 930 Ward St., Martinez. Details: Tom Zamaria, member and volunteer of the Martinez Historical Society (MHS), will give a presentation on “Little Gems from the MHS Negative and Slide Collections. There are many interesting and beautiful images lying hidden in the negative and slide archives of countless historical collections around the country. Because of funding, limited technical equipment and training, unfortunately, many of these images will remain hidden. Zamaria will present and discuss several of these wonderful images of Martinez history from the MHS collection. Snacks will be served.

Tuesday, Nov. 15 Mother Goose Time When: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15 (Tuesdays through Dec. 6) 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 with soft tactile toys for the younger set. Best for ages 6 months to 3 years old. Cost: Free Info: (925) 646-9900 or http://ccclib.org

Saturday, Nov. 19 Big Bag of Books Sale When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Choose from a

huge selection of gently-used books and fill a grocery sack for only $5. Sponsored by Friends of the Martinez Library. All proceeds support library programs for children, teens, and adults. Members may be admitted at 10 a.m. on sale day, but memberships are available that morning. Cost: Free Info: (925) 229-4902 Scan-a-thon! When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19 Where: Contra Costa County History Center, 724 Escobar St., Martinez. Details: Have your family documents, photos, and negatives scanned into digital copies that will preserve them forever. Large newspaper-size scanner will be available along with trained staff. Certain restrictions may apply. Cost: Suggested donation to History Center of $10. Info: www.cocohistory.com DC Solar Downtown Holiday Ice Opening When: Nov. 19-Jan. 8, open 7 days a week Where: Downtown Martinez (near intersection of Ferry and Marina Vista Avenue). Details: Skating school, private and corporate parties, birthday parties, non-profit fundraisers, themed skate nights and more. Info: http://mainstreetmartinez.org

Saturday, Nov. 26 Hometown Heroes Festival When: 12-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 26 Where: Alhambra High School, Performing Arts Building, 150 E St., Martinez. Details: Fearless Music Studios presents the Hometown Heroes Festival to benefit Spidey’s Kids. Take photos with Spidey and Disney characters. Arts & crafts for sale, bounce houses, cotton candy, live music, silent auction. Cost: Admission is $5 u

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Historical Society to host annual luncheon

David Mackesey, Seth Adams featured speakers at county-wide event The Contra Costa County Historical Society’s Annual Luncheon and Meeting this year will be held at the historic Diablo Country Club in Diablo, California. The Country Club was established in May 1914 on land purchased by local developer Robert Noble Burgess, who founded the Club at the foot of Mt. Diablo, near Danville. “Burgess ... found the future architects of Pebble Beach and the Olympic Club to build a world-class golf course on a property that included orchards, community gardens, a chalet, the Red Horse Tavern, a dairy, stock farm and a post office. The unique community in Diablo was served by an electric rail that ran 28 miles west to the Berkeley pier” (www.diablocc.org/History). This year’s program, “Mount Diablo,” will feature guest speakers known for their extensive research and knowledge about the Mount Diablo region and its significance to our County. David Mackesey is the retired president

of one of the world’s largest wine companies. He has served as a director of Diablo Country Club during the past six years and as president from 2012-2014. He is currently the club historian and the overseas historian for the Carnoustie Golf Club. In addition, he is the author of “From Country Estate to Country Club: the History of Diablo Country Club.” Seth M. Adams is Land Conservation Director for Save Mount Diablo. In 1988, he was the East Bay organization’s first staff member. He focuses on advanced policy, land use and advocacy, government relations, acquisition projects, and educational and media programs. Among his accomplishments are his participation in the preservation of tens of thousands of acres; the creation of Urban Limit Lines; his aid in developing hundreds of millions of dollars of conservation funding; the East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservation Plan and the Concord Naval Weap-

ons Station Reuse Plan; new recreational trails such as the 30-mile Diablo Trail; and the reintroduction of endangered peregrine falcons to Mt. Diablo. The Society invites members and non-members alike to attend this event to be held 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3. The cost is $35 and reservations may be made by visiting the Society’s website, www.cocohistory.com, or emailing mkting@cocohistory.org. Scan-a-Thon planned The History Center is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and the third Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This month, on the third Saturday, Nov. 19, the Society is holding a Scan-a-thon for those who have historic pictures and larger format items they would like scanned. For information, call the History Center at (925) 229-1042 or email as above.

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Main Street Arts Gallery Feature When: 3-8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 26 Where: Main Street Arts Gallery, 613 Main St., Martinez. Details: Visit the gallery and see the works of various local artists, including featured artists Lynne McManus and classical guitar artist Doug Wendt. Refreshments to be served. Cost: Free Info: www.mainstreetarts.net Small Business Saturday When: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 26 Where: Main Street Plaza, Martinez. Details: Small Business Saturday is the day we celebrate the Shop Small movement to drive shoppers to local merchants across the U.S. Pick up a Shop Small shopping bag and contest information at the Main Street Plaza beginning at 10 a.m. Thanks for being a big supporter of small business. Cost: Free Info: http://mainstreetmartinez.org

Friday, Dec. 2 Holiday Frolic: Candy Cane Lane When: 3-5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2

Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Candy Cane Lane comes to life at the Martinez Library! Come frolic among the lollipops, and whip up some fun crafts to deck your halls. In partnership with Martinez Recreation. Cost: Free Info: http://ccclib.org

Saturday, Dec. 3 Contra Costa County Historical Society Annual Membership Meeting & Holiday Luncheon When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 Where: Diablo Country Club, 1700 Clubhouse Road, Diablo. Details: This year’s program, “Mount Diablo,” will feature guest speakers known for their extensive research and knowledge about the Mount Diablo region and its significance to our County. David Mackesey and Seth Adams will talk about the first families that were inspired by, and resided near, our County’s beautiful mountain. The creation of the State Park, the Diablo communities role in it, and today’s efforts of preservation will conclude the program. There will be a welcome reception and silent auction, the

CCCHS Annual Review, and lunch and beverages will be served. Attendance and participation will help support the Society’s preservation work of the County’s archives and the history that lies within. Cost: $35 per person. RSVPs are requested by Nov. 23. Reserve early. Info: (925) 229-1042 or http://cocohistory.ecrater. com/p/23286301/annual-meeting-fee

Tuesday, Dec. 6 St. Christopher’s Guild Holiday Luncheon & Bazaar When: 11 a.m. Tuesday,

Dec. 6 Where: Grace Episcopal Church, 130 Muir Station Road, Martinez (just west of the Muir Station shopping center). Details: The Country Kitchen will be full of homemade goodies, the White Elephant table loaded with treasures, and then there’s a great luncheon as well! Doors open at 11 a.m. for browsing as St. Christopher’s Guild presents its 45th holiday luncheon and bazaar. Cost: Tickets are $15 and will be available at the door or by reserving by phone: (925) 682-0660.

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McLeod supports Supervisor Federal Glover EDITOR’S NOTE: The following letter was received past deadline for the edition prior to the General Election. Send letters to admin@martineztribune.com by 11 a.m. Wednesday in order to be published in the following Friday edition.

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research mills. One of the difficult dichotomies is the argument between long experience v. new blood. The 5th District Supervisor’s race between incumbent Federal Glover and challenger AnaMarie Avila Farias is an exceptional example.

District 5 is geographically huge and economically complex, covering the entire waterfront area of the county and multiple communities and cities. Mrs Faria’s primary claim to experience is a stint as a low income housing advocate, presence on the small town Martinez City

Council, and three generations of ancestors in Martinez. Federal Glover has grappled with major county-wide issues, as well as one of the most heavily industrial districts in the Bay Area for 16 years. The CCC Northern Waterfront Development Initiative,

one of the most ambitious projects in decades, will bring thousands of high paying jobs to CCC. It will require a leader with deep experience to balance industrial growth along the waterfront with concerns for the natural environment. – Dean L. McLeod

Deputy Sheriffs Association responds to Glover’s lobbying for criminal leniency The Contra Costa Deputy Sheriffs Association expressed concern at the action of Supervisor Federal Glover to write a letter of leniency for a family friend facing criminal trial. In a recent letter to the court, Glover used his status and office to lobby for leniency from the District Attorney and judge for a family friend arrested after a violent crime spree. In his letter, Glover writes: “It is with a great deal of pleasure that I write this letter of support for (the defendant).” In stark contrast to his jovial tone are the suspect’s violent criminal charges. The Supervisor is calling in favors for a suspect arrested after assaulting a man with a firearm, attempting to rob two women at gunpoint, and threatening to kill his victims. “For Supervisor Glover to lobby for leniency for a dangerous repeat criminal jeopardizes the public and the efforts of hundreds of law enforcement officers throughout the County,” said Deputy Sheriffs Association President Shawn

Welch. “The men and women of the Deputy Sheriffs Association have done an excellent job of protecting the people of the County, even during difficult times. Asking a political favor from the District Attorney to be lenient on dangerous criminals makes our job unnecessarily more difficult and dangerous.” Welch added, “It would be a travesty of justice if Supervisor Glover’s request of leniency resulted in reduced charges for this dangerous criminal. Peace officers did their job in this case, putting a bad guy on trial. A political favor could snatch defeat out of the jaws of victory in the war on crime. Frankly, the mere attempt to use one’s position of political power to gain leniency for a violent criminal is inappropriate and epitomizes the disconnect between Glover and the safety of the public in this county.” “Every politician who lobbies for special leniency for violent criminals in this county can fully expect to be held accountable by the Deputy Sheriffs

Association and its constituents. The truth about political lobbying for leniency is that it puts the public at risk. It does not put the public’s safety first and creates a dangerous situation for deputies,” said Welch. The DSA is asking for District Attorney Mark Peterson, the Deputy District Attorneys Association, and the Sheriff to address Glover’s letter, and to reassure the public that political interference from a County Supervisor has no place in criminal justice, and that Glover’s letter will not result in more favorable plea terms for the suspect in custody. This is only one example why the Deputy Sheriffs Association has endorsed Anamarie Avila Farias for Supervisor to replace Glover. Anamarie Farias’ steadfast support of public safety is the primary reason she won the overwhelming endorsement of the Deputy Sheriff’s Association. Anamarie has also earned the endorsement of police in Pinole, Hercules, Martinez, Antioch, plus the County Firefighters Local 1230.

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Foster parenting in Contra Costa County By PAUL CRAIG Special to the Tribune Contra Costa County has way too many abused or neglected kids. Fortunately, our County has a strong program to help them. Children and Family Services protects about 2,200 kids each year. These kids are placed with foster kid families. Lots of folks in our County participate. They find it satisfying. They get to help neglected kids find their way in life. Jamie Rucki is the Resource Family Recruiter for

Children and Family Services of Contra Costa County. Rucki explained to Martinez Rotary how the program works and how it helps kids. The kids in her program are – in her words – “fragile.”’ They’ve been through all sorts of angst. Many come from broken families. Some are HIV positive. Some have issues such as Tourette syndrome. Through the County program these kids get emotional and physical support. The program takes in kids from age nearly zero, to 21. They get a stable place to live

in a nurturing environment. Some of the older kids go to DVC. The County provides them with a stipend to help cover costs. Most go on to lead productive lives. The County program is looking for homes for these children. To participate, you need “space in your home and your heart.” You also need to: live in Contra Costa County; be 18 or older; be fingerprinted; and have adequate income. Your house must have adequate space and be safe and in good condition.

The best way to learn more about becoming a foster parent is to attend an orientation program. These are held regularly throughout the County. Lots of information is available at ehsd.org. You can also call the program at 866-313-7788 It’s sad that our County has so many abused or neglected kids. It’s great that our County has wonderful programs to help them. Thanks Jamie for an inspiring Rotary talk! You may have inspired some of us to become involved. I hope so!

Jamie Rucki (at right) of Contra Costa County’s Children and Family Services, at a recent meeting of the Martinez Rotary. PAUL CRAIG / Courtesy

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District, Jonathan T. Wright led with 26.48 percent, or 3,916 votes. Close behind was longtime school board member John L. Fuller, with 25.35 percent, or 3,750 votes. Kathi McLaughlin will also join Fuller and Wright on the board, having received 24.70 percent, or 3,653 votes. In the Mt. Diablo Unified School District, a much larger district that encompasses part of Martinez, Joanne Durkee took the lead with 31.07 percent, or 27,733 votes. Brian Thomas Lawrence also won a seat with 26.96 percent, or 24,069. The race for Contra Costa Board of Education Area 3 is a very tight race that could well change before certification of the ballots. Daniel A. Gomes took a very narrow lead with 33.71 percent, or 15,476 votes. Vikki Janeen Chavez received 33.18 percent of the vote, or 15,230 votes. Leon Raymond Sloan was close behind with 32.44 percent, or 14,890 votes. Lone candidate for Martinez City Clerk, R. Gary Hernandez, received 98.44 percent of the vote, or 8,022 votes in total. About 127 voters chose a write-in candidate, comprising 1.56 percent of the vote. Incumbent Carolyn L. Robinson took a strong lead in the race for Martinez Treasurer, with 65.49 percent, or 6,180 votes. Accountant and tax preparer Charles Martin followed with 34.27 percent, or 3,234 votes. Vying for three seats on the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District Board, Paul Herbert Causey led with 28.09 percent, or 52,341 votes. Close behind was James A. Nejedly with 27.77 percent, or 51,739 votes. The third seat will go to Tad J. Pilecki with 25.77 percent, or 48,015. Susan Noe Welsh trailed with 17.97 percent, or 33,476 votes. In the race for BART Director in

Dist. 1, Debora Allen took a huge lead with 64.03 percent of the vote, or 67,922 votes in all. Gail Murray trailed with 35.58 percent, or 37,748 votes. In the State Assembly race, Martinez falls within Dist. 14. Voters chose Tim Grayson by a wide margin, with 62.28 percent, or 48,586 votes. Mae Cendana Torlakson followed with 37.72 percent, or 29,431 votes. Then in the Dist. 7 race for State Senator, voters chose Democrat Steve Glazer with 67.23 percent, or 136,063. Republican Joseph Alexander Rubay followed with 32.77 percent, or 66,324 votes. In the Dist. 3 Senate race, which also encompasses Martinez, voters chose Bill Dodd with 66.29 percent of the vote, or 14,784 votes in total. Mariko Yamada received 33.71 percent, or 7,518 votes. Martizians north of Highway 4 will be represented by Dist. 5 U.S. State Representative Mike Thompson (D), who took a massive lead over Republican candidate Carlos Santamaria. Thompson garnered 76.48 percent, or 18,196 votes, while Santamaria trailed with 23.52 percent, or 5,597 votes. Those residing south of Highway 4 will be represented in Dist. 11 by Democrat Mark DeSaulnier, who also took a massive lead in the race for U.S. Representative. He received 71.48 percent of the vote, or 137,617 votes; his opponent, Republican Roger Allen Petersen, received 28.52 percent, or 54,908 votes. In the race for Senator, Kamala D. Harris, Attorney General of California, took the lead with 70.50 percent of the vote, or 183,092 votes. Loretta L. Sanchez trailed with 29.50 percent, or 76,623 votes. In Contra Costa County, voters

favored Democrat Hillary Clinton in the Executive race for President and Vice President. Clinton received 67.22 percent, or 201,936 votes. Donald J. Trump received 25.55 percent, or 76,743. By a huge margin, Libertarian candidate Gary Johnson trailed with 3.21 percent, or 9,656; while Green Party candidate Jill Stein followed with 1.54 percent, or 4,638 votes. Next were the write-ins with 2.18 percent, or 6,559 votes, followed by Peace and Freedom Party candidate Gloria Estela La Riva, with .30 percent, or 888 votes. Ballot Measures Martinez’s Measure D received the required 2/3rds majority vote with 71.35 percent, or 8,342 voting yes. Naysayers comprised 28.65 percent of the vote, or 3,349 votes. The half cent sales tax of 15 years will provide funds for improvement and maintenance of Martinez roadways. Measure R, the $120,000,000 bond for Martinez Unified School District, received its required 55 percent, with 66.19 percent voting yes, or 5,784 votes in the affirmative. The funds will go towards renovation of campuses and technology upgrades. Measure X, augmenting the sales tax by 1/2 percent to raise $97 million for transportation improvements, passed – at least in the unofficial election results. At presstime, the measure received 62.54 percent of the vote, or 175,321. About 37.46 percent voted no, or 105,029. Measure RR regarding BART safety also required 2/3rds of the vote to pass, but it failed by a narrow margin. About 59.54 percent voted in the affirmative for the measure, or 165,733. But 40.46 percent, or 112,610, voted no.

Propositions Prop 51 to fund K-12 school and community college facilities passed with 55.12 percent, or 159,120 votes. Prop 52, a Medi-Cal hospital fee program initiative also passed with 70.03 percent of the vote, or 200,235 votes. Prop 52 will extend indefinitely an existing statute that imposes fees on hospitals to fund Medi-Cal. Prop 53 failed, with 54.83 percent, or 154,718 voting against the measure that would have required statewide voter approval before revenue bonds exceeding $2 billion could be issued or sold. Prop 54, requiring bills be published online for at least 72 hours prior to a vote, passed with 61.43 percent, or 173,061 votes. Prop 55 extending temporary personal income tax increases to those earning over $250,000, passed with 63.52 percent of the vote, or 183,449 votes. The cigarette tax to fund healthcare, prevention, research and law enforcement passed. Prop 56 received 67.78 percent of the vote, or 199,791 votes. Prop 57 allowing parole consideration for nonviolent felons passed with 69.43 percent, or 198,802 votes. Prop 58, requiring public school students obtain English language proficiency, also passed with 75.55 percent of the vote, with 215,014 votes. Prop 59, regarding whether officials may propose ratifying the Constitution to overturn Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission also passed, with 56.92 percent of the vote, or 154,762. Citizens United deals with the regulation of campaign spending by organizations wherein “corporations are people.” Prop 60, requiring adult film performers wear condoms during film-

ing of sexual intercourse failed, with 56.90 percent voting against the regulation. About 43.10 percent voted in the affirmative. Prop 61, prohibiting the state from buying prescription drugs from manufacturers at a price over the lowest price paid by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, passed with 51.39 percent of the vote, or 145,207 votes. Prop 62 may be up for questioning as the election goes through the certification process. About 50.22 percent voted yes on repealing the death penalty and replacing it with life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. About 49.78 percent voted no, or 144,963 votes. The firearms and ammunition Proposition, or Prop 63 requiring background checks and Department of Justice authorization to purchase ammunition, passed with 69.50 percent, or 203,920 votes. California voters also approved the legalization of marijuana for use by adults over age 21, with 60.06 voting in the affirmative for Prop 64. Prop 65, mandating the sale of carryout bags in grocery and certain other retail stores, failed. About 53.09 percent of voters said no to the statewide sale of bags. Prop 66, changing procedures governing state court challenges to death sentences, also failed with 51.96 percent of voters casting their vote against the change. That’s 143,215 votes against. And finally, Prop 67, the ban on single-use plastic bags, was passed with 57.03 percent of the vote, or 165,493 votes in the affirmative. For weekly updates till the election is certified, visit www.cocovote.us. For updates on how the election will effect Martinez, visit http://martineztribune. com, or follow us on Facebook or Twitter at MartinezTribune.

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Runners Tria & D’Atri medal at DAL finale

Lady Bulldogs continue on in NCS playoffs

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Alhambra junior Erin Silva passes off to a teammate in the Bulldogs’ 3-0 loss to the Marin Catholic Wildcats in the NCS semi-finals on Nov. 9, 2016. (MARK FIERNER / Martinez Tribune)

Bulldogs outlast Falcons in shootout Marin Catholic ousts By GERARDO RECINOS Martinez Tribune Football fans in Martinez were smiling Friday night, and will probably carry that smile with them all week, because at Alhambra, it’s always a sight worth a smile when you beat College Park. The 46-42 win not only catapulted the Bulldogs into the North Coast Section playoffs, it also stopped College Park from claiming a share of the Diablo Athletic league title. It was like killing two Falcons with one stone. “We don’t make it easy,” coach Alan Hern said after the shootout victory, referencing the 16-point deficit the Bulldogs had to overturn into order to get the win. But when they needed to they made stops and got takeaways, and after a slow first half on offense, the Bulldogs scored in bunches. A pair of Daymyn Blalock touchdown runs were all the offense the Bulldogs could get in the first half, while College Park scored three times, including an 86-yard drive that culminated in an 11-yard touchdown on a well-placed fade route connection between

quarterback Ryan McClure and receiver Jacob Sprung. After a week of less than exciting offense play in the loss to Northgate, the offense slipped into gear quickly in the second half. An interception by junior Zach Schuler on the first play of the second half set the tone for the defensive side of the ball, and sparked the offensive start with a short field. 61 seconds had come off the clock when Austin Edwards rumbled into the end zone from eight yards out. The Falcons scored twice to respond to Edwards’ touchdown, and both came from turnovers. Both of the College Park touchdowns came from the men Hern described as the Falcons’ danger-men. College Park punched their first touchdown of the second half in on a nine-yard run by junior Eli Dempsey, and the second was hauled in by senior Antoine Robinson. “I thought we were going to have a hard time stopping (Dempsey) and (Robinson), and Robinson got loose on us a lot, he was a big difference maker,” Hern said. “We turned the ball over five times and that hurt us, we really

Lady Bulldogs 3-0 in NCS semi-final loss By GERARDO RECINOS Martinez Tribune

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Alhambra defensive back Dillon Lee battles the College Park receiver for a jump ball in the Bulldogs’ 46-42 win on Nov. 4, 2016. The win pushed the Bulldogs to 5-5 on the season.

stopped ourselves more than anything.” Alhambra only punted twice on the night, which both times in the first half as the offense started to run instead of spinning it’s wheels.

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If you watched Alhambra’s girls volleyball team on Wednesday night, any calls regarding an open volleyball section playoff can be directed to North Coast Section commissioner Gil Lemmon. The Lady Bulldogs were beaten in straight sets on Nov. 9 by Marin Catholic, the Marin County Athletic League champions. It was clear why the Wildcats were awarded the number one seed from the time they walked into the gym. Four of the 12 girls on the team tower over six-foot tall, while Alhambra has only sophomore Sterling Parker that can say the same. In volleyball games are not won and loss solely based on height, but the Wildcats do so much so well. Take their stunning 25-6 first set win. That margin of victory was only topped a single time this season, on Oct. 14, when Marin Catholic beat San Marin 25-5 in the opening set of their match. San Marin is the same side that took the Bulldogs to the brink of elimination less than a week ago. They came in eighth place in the MCAL. Frighteningly enough, the Wildcats only have three seniors on the squad, with a whole host of juniors and sophomores doing the damage. Junior Riley Ramsey had eight kills in the opening set alone. That alone would have been a solid contribution but the class of 2018 University of the Pacific commit also recorded an ace and a block in the big win. And she did that without UC Berkeley commit Isabella Bergmark even on the court. The well-traveled Alhambra crowd did however acknowledge the effort their girls were giving despite the overwhelming circumstances. When the Bulldogs took a lead, albeit a brief one, in the opening minu NCS: Page 10

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Alhambra runners finish out season in fine form By JOEL TIMBRELL Martinez Tribune All 12 of the Diablo Athletic League high schools met for the 2016 DAL Cross Country Championships this past Saturday, Nov. 5, at Martinez’s own Hidden Valley Park. In 2015 and several previous years, the league lineup schools included Acalanes, Alhambra, Campolindo, Dougherty Valley, Dublin, Las Lomas, and Miramonte. This year, Dougherty Valley and Dublin were kicked out to the East Bay Athletic League to make room for Northgate, Concord, Clayton Valley Charter, Mt. Diablo, Ygnacio Valley and College Park. Other than the change in the team lineups, nothing new was introduced. The Frosh/Soph and junior varsity runners raced two miles, while varsity took on the tougher 3-mile course which added a few more loops and hills. As the final regular meet of the fall cross country season for most runners, the Bulldogs were in the hunt for a final personal or season best time. A record total of more than 500 athletes participated in the competition during the day. The Frosh/Soph boys were the first to run the 2-mile distance at 1 p.m.

With an unprecedented 179 runners, Alhambra’s small group of runners were outmatched. That fact did not dishearten anyone, however, as all three of them notched a season personal record. Sophomore Alan Kobylik led the trio across the finish line in 13 minutes, 18 seconds. Dean Sobhy was right on his heels just four seconds later at 13:22, and Caleb Banez finished out his season by dipping under the 14 minute mark as well, finishing at 13:53. Roughly an hour later it was the junior varsity boys’ turn. Like the Frosh/Soph boys, only a trio of runners were there to represent the Blue and Gold, but they took the opportunity to PR also. Shayan Mirzazadeh beat the clock to run just under 14 minutes at 13:59.9. Teammate Jaime Ayala cut over 20 seconds from his time at the Ed Sias Invitational to cross the line at 14:35, and Nate Rogers took home a time of 19:08. The varsity runners were the only athletes that were not yet finished with their season. Every coach is allowed to register up to seven of their athletes for each team at the North Coast Section Championships (varsity girls and varsity boys). It is the top seven fastest runners, therefore, that

are usually guaranteed a place at NCS. The top five on each team score points, and the lowest score overall wins. In the Varsity Boys race, Senior Connor Hayes equaled his 2015 DFAL time in 17 minutes and 43 seconds, which was good for 27th place overall. Noa Nabeshima, Robert Viano and Trevor Oliveira-Smith finished second, third and fourth for the team by completing the 3-mile course with times of 18:06, 18:14 and 18:33, respectively. For the second time, freshman Carson Edwards was promoted to varsity, and he impressed again with a time of 18:40, the fourth-fastest time out of all freshman runners at three miles. The five Bulldogs scored well enough together to wind up with 208 points, and defeated Berean Christian and Concord High School. Graham Manning was only ten seconds back from Edwards at 18:50. Meanwhile, Gabe Winslow and Dylan Gregory fought over the seventh Alhambra place, but it was Winslow who took it with a 19:35 to Gregory’s 19:41. A major theme of Alhambra cross country is quality, not quantity. With that in mind, the only five girls on the team all

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Alhambra junior Marissa D’Atri (center) leads a pack of runners at Hidden Valley Park in Martinez in the DAL championships on Nov. 5, 2016.

set forth to hit personal record times on Saturday. Last year’s DFAL Championships saw varsity girls runner Marissa D’Atri finish in eighth place with a 19:08. On Saturday, D’Atri climbed three places higher to cross the line in fifth place in a very respectable 18:57. After this performance, she is almost certainly a favorite at the upcom-

ing NCS Championship Meet. Sophomore Nicole Tria finished her race in 18th place at 20:30, making her the fifth-fastest varsity sophomore girl. The effort was good enough to win the second individual medal for Alhambra. Erica Cardinale sliced more than a minute off her 2015 time to end up in a solid time of 21:35.

Fellow seniors Isa Mendoza (25:00) and Karina Diaz (25:23) rounded out the point-scorers. When the points were added up, Alhambra had again topped two teams in Concord and Acalanes with a score of 150. On Saturday, Nov. 19, the North Coast Section Championships will be held at Hayward High School.

Lady Dogs outlast San Marin in second-round playoff win By GERARDO RECINOS Martinez Tribune Every win at the point is breaking new ground for the Bulldog volleyball team, which qualified for it’s first ever North Coast Section on Nov. 5. Unlike most of the season leading up to the playoffs, the 3-2 win in the second round of NCS was highly-competitive all the way until the end. San Marin, who upset number five seed Petaluma, plays in a highly competitive league much like the recently disbanded Diablo Foothill Athletic League that the Bulldogs used to play in. Four of the Mustangs’ losses came at the hands of Marin Catholic-Kentfield, the Bulldogs’ semi-final opponent, and Redwood-Larkspur. Both of the teams claimed number one seeds in the Division III and Division I brackets. Those who saw the Bulldogs compete with the likes of Campolindo will know the feeling. But the opening set of the night wouldn’t have lead you to believe the Bulldogs were in for a battle. The number four seed Alhambra should have rolled over the 12th-seeded Mustangs the same way they did to Analy-Sebastapol. For at least one set that was true. San Marin caught up to the Bulldogs af-

ter the hosts opened up an early lead, but the Bulldogs ended a stunning set with a 12-2 run. A kill by sophomore Sterling Parker and an ace by junior Rachel Gray sparked the run, but Alhambra’s defensive play forced the issue, and put the Mustangs in position to lose due to their own mistakes. In set two the Mustangs took their first lead at 10-9, which was far from definite, but they methodically added to their lead. The lead never was larger than three points until the end when a kill by junior Jenna Clark and a pair of blocks by sophomore Liz King capped off a 5-0 run to win the set for San Marin. Similar to the first set, Alhambra opened the third set of the night with a lead that evaporated quickly due to San Marin’s accurate hitters. Alex Berlin, a senior, especially got off the block impressively. Again San Marin only held small leads throughout the set, but this time Alhambra brought it back near the death, threatening to steal a set they lead for only three points. An ace by Maddie Gray and kill from Parker put the Bulldogs within a point. But again hitters Makiah Brumbaugh and Kelsey Bergerson sealed it for San Marin with thunderous efforts. There were six lead changes in set four, but it was the Bulldogs that escaped with the two-point victory, thanks in part the resurgence of junior Gabby Chase, who

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Alhambra’s volleyball team was all smiles after their 3-2 win over the San Marin Mustangs in the second round of the North Coast Section playoffs on Nov. 5, 2016. The win allowed the Bulldogs to advance to the semi-finals against Marin Catholic on Nov. 9, 2016.

was an integral part of what was missing in the firstround playoff win. Chase had three kills in the third set, which matched efforts from senior Makenzie Salva and Parker. Alhambra took the tiebreaker fifth set with shocking ease (for spectators at least). After going down 9-8, coach Willie Marchesano took a time out, and the team that came out of the huddle took care of business.

Senior Leslie Roofener recorded an immediate kill, and was followed up with efforts from Chase and Salva. After a Mustangs timeout, Salva had another kill, and Audrey Pardini recorded her first of the night in an important position. That set up the win that was achieved with a ‘finesse’ hit from Chase, who picked a spot with a cross-court finish to propel Alhambra into the semi-finals.

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Long time coach closes out time at Alhambra

Martinez Winter Bocce Standings The Martinez Indoor Winter League consists of 58 teams, and over 500 players participating. Courts are located at NorCal Courts at 360 Ferry St, Martinez, California. Standings current as of Friday, Nov. 4, 2016. TUESDAY "A" DIVISION Games WON

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By GERARDO RECINOS Martinez Tribune When Frank Reichert started coaching water polo, none of his current crop of players were born. When he took over in 1999 at Alhambra as the varsity coach, there we no records to break, because none had been recorded. Nearly 20 years, and 307 wins later, he walks away from the program as the architect of what Alhambra girls water polo has become. In his final game at Alhambra, senior and captain Daria Dragicevic spoke briefly about what he meant to the team and the girls of the past and present. She also made sure to thank Reichert for sticking around through the long hours at the pool, even when the results weren’t as successful. Reichert started coaching boys water polo at Antioch High School in 1991. At the time their were no other girls water polo teams in the section, and he was

working as a volunteer. In 1992 10 girls tried out for the varsity team at Antioch, and Reichert was the head coach. At Antioch his crowning achievement was winning the first Bay Valley Athletic League title in 1993. During his time at the helm of the Panthers’ program, his teams were 71-35, and produced two All-Americans in Rebecca Beal and Angela Lindsay. After a year in 1998 as the junior varsity girls coach, Reichert stepped into the role he would occupy until 2016. It took five seasons before a team of his would get into the North Coast Section playoffs, but when they did, it was the first of 11 straight appearances under Reichert. The best performance for Reichert’s squad at Alhambra was the 2011 NCS semi-final where the Bulldogs were knocked out by nine-time NCS champions powerhouse San Ramon Valley. The Wolves would knock out

MARK FIERNER / Martinez Tribune

Frank Reichert (center) coached the Alhambra girls water polo team for 19 years overall, 17 years as the varsity head coach. In that time he collected 224 wins.

the Bulldogs in 2012 as well in the Bulldogs last appearance in Division I, were they faced schools double their size. His team’s at Alhambra posted a 224-196 overall record

which included an 8-11 record in playoff matches. His 300th win as a coach came in a buzzer-beater win over Heritage on Sept. 29, on the road.

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utes of the second set, the Alhambra parents went off. It was clear the North Coast Section dream would end in the semi-finals, but every dig of a certain kill was greeted with screeches of delight, especially from Sophia Olson. The junior libero was tasked with a job akin to guarding Michael Jordan. She was helped in shifts by defensive specialist Mackenzie Goulding, and hitters Makenzie Salva and Erin Silva. Despite the increasingly difficult task, the trio hung in there and allowed the Bulldogs to get some looks in the following two sets. Set two saw a small improvement in the scoreline, as hitters for the Bulldogs were finding better looks off passes from Maddie Gray. After only two kills from Silva and one from Parker in the first set, Alhambra made a slight jump. They recorded five kills in the second set, with two coming from Parker, and one each from senior Leslie Roofener, and

juniors Gabby Chase and Silva. But even with that effort the Wildcats reeled off a 6-0 run to finish off the set thanks to a pair of kills each from junior outside hitter Ry Goodwin and senior middle Grace Trocki. Another slight improvement in the third set only meant that more of the Alhambra girls would get a chance at some extended minutes on the court, but the continued resilience did return positive results, at least in the stat column. Chase and Parker in particular collected some extra kills, and Goulding reeled off consecutive aces before proceedings concluded. Despite the loss, the girls have qualified for the regional championship, according to coach Willie Marchesano, another first for the program. Brackets for the tournament will be released after a re-seeding on Sunday, Nov. 13 at 5 p.m.

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Blalock and Edwards on the ground tired out the Falcon defense which spent more time on the field in the second half than the offense did. With less time on the field, the Falcon offense made more mistakes. Jordan Dent made a big interception as the secondary shifted around to accommodate for an injury suffered by sophomore safety Wyatt Hammer. Fellow sophomore Henry Turner played well in an emergency shift. Dent’s interception set up a 33-yard strike from Blalock to Spencer Schulhauser to bring the deficit to only three points. Early in the match senior Dillon Lee was called on two pass interference calls, but the defensive back made a change and a big pass defense on fourth down and 11 forced a big turnover. That set up the play of the night, and the most and the most exciting 100 sec-

onds of the season. Blalock connected with senior Thomas McDonald on a quick bubble screen, and McDonald took it 90 yards into the end zone to give Alhambra their first lead of the night. But College Park took back the lead after only 43 seconds, with Robinson pulling down a 51-yard pass. But it was Alhambra that delivered the knockout blow. Only 50 seconds after McClure and Robinson connected for the second time on the night, Blalock ran in his fourth touchdown of the night from 69 yards for the eventual winning score. The only problem was there were still five agonizing minutes on the clock. A big interception by Lee looked like it would seal the deal, but Alhambra couldn’t get the first down they needed to burn off

the remaining time on the clock. Schuler’s second interception of the night with 1:26 on the clock nearly did the same. A strange officiating decision took away a third down and College Park forced a big fumble, that ultimately didn’t factor into the result, but it made the Bulldog fans sweat. The win got the Bulldogs to the magic 5-5 mark that allowed them to get a number 12 seed in the playoffs, which sees them meet up with Miramonte on Friday, Nov. 11 on the road. Hern was wary of getting a team like Miramonte that passes the ball well, but says the improvement in the side would make the match up interesting. “We’re a different team than we were then,” Hern said of the previous match up with the Matadors.

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11 “I never knew how to worship until I knew how to love.” – Henry Ward Beecher

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Q: I didn’t vote in the last election because I’ve lost all hope that politicians are going to do the right thing, no matter what party they belong to. My wife says I should have voted anyway. Is she right? A: Yes, I believe she was right, and I’m sorry you decided not to vote. Over the years, I’ve visited many countries whose citizens would have given almost anything to be able to vote for their leaders. If more people felt like you do and refused to vote, eventually we’d be ruled by tyrants and scoundrels. I know it’s easy to become

cynical about politics – but I’ve known countless people in politics, and the overwhelming majority were men and women who were dedicated to serving others and tried to do what was right. No, they weren’t perfect, and I didn’t always agree with their stands on some issues – but that didn’t make me cynical about our political system or make me refuse to vote. Nor should it you. The most important thing we can do is to pray for our leaders – not just those in our own country, but throughout the world. The Bible says, “I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for

everyone – for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness” (1 Timothy 2:1-2). God wants us to do all we can to build a more just society and drive back the forces of evil – and voting is one way we can do this. But Christians also know that this world will never be perfect – not until Christ returns to establish His kingdom of justice and righteousness. Is your faith and hope in Him? Put your trust in God today. 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)

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The perfect path to happiness By THOMAS S. MONSON The following is a talk given during the October 2016 General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more information, visit www.lds.org. My beloved brothers and sisters, both here in the Conference Center and throughout the world, how grateful I am for the opportunity to share my thoughts with you this morning. Fifty-two years ago, in July 1964, I had an assignment in New York City during the time the World’s Fair was hosted there. Early one

morning I visited the Mormon Pavilion at the fair. I arrived just prior to a showing of the Church’s film “Man’s Search for Happiness,” a portrayal of the plan of salvation which has since become a Church classic. I sat next to a young man who was perhaps 35 years of age. We spoke briefly. He was not a member of our Church. Then the lights dimmed, and the show commenced. We listened to the voice of the narrator as he posed the poignant and universal questions: Where did I come from? Why am I here? Where do I go when I leave this life? All ears strained to hear the answers,

and all eyes were fixed on the images portrayed. A description of our premortal life was given, along with an explanation of our purpose on earth. We witnessed a touching depiction of the passing from this life of an elderly grandfather and of his glorious reunion with loved ones who had preceded him to the spirit world. At the conclusion of this beautiful portrayal of our Heavenly Father’s plan for us, the crowd silently filed out, many visibly touched by the message of the film. The young visitor next to me did not arise. I asked if he had enjoyed the presentation. His emphatic response: “This is the truth!” Our Father’s plan for our happiness and our salvation is shared by our missionaries throughout the world. Not all who hear this divine message accept and embrace it. However, men and women everywhere, just like my young friend at the New York World’s Fair, recognize its truths, and they plant their feet on the path that will lead them safely home. Their lives are forever changed. Essential to the plan is our Savior, Jesus Christ. Without His atoning sacrifice, all would be lost. It is not enough, however, merely to believe in Him and His mission. We need to work and learn, search and pray, repent and improve. We need to know God’s laws and live them. We need to receive His saving ordinances. Only by so doing will we obtain true, eternal happiness. We are blessed to have the truth. We have a mandate to share the truth. Let us live the truth, that we might merit all that the Father has for us. He does nothing save it be for our benefit. He has told us, “This is my work and my glory – to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man.” From the depths of my soul and in all humility, I testify of the great gift which is our Father’s plan for us. It is the one perfect path to peace and happiness both here and in the world to come. My brothers and sisters, I leave with you my love and my blessing as I close, and I do so in the name of our Savior and Redeemer, even Jesus Christ, amen.

Q: I have been reading your and your now-heavenly pal Tommy’s column for years. I look for it faithfully each Friday and am grateful that my paper, “The Palm Beach Post,” continues to carry it. My question for you is based on a recent column re Bob Dylan’s “Gotta Serve Somebody” lyrics. This may sound stupid or naive, but how do I, how are we, supposed to serve God if we aren’t a member of the clergy, ordained or a rabbi? The financial challenges in this life for me – and I’m going to guess a lot of others require a focus that I don’t see as serving God. So how do I, how do we, serve God on a daily basis when keeping a roof over our heads and food on the table is of primary importance? It would be nice if you could list a bunch of ways to do that. Thanks and keep up your wonderful service to God. Can serving God be as simple as doing things like saying something thoughtful and nice to somebody or opening the door of a store for a stranger, saying good morning to people, etc.? – From D A: Bingo! Serving God is not a prerogative of professionally religious folks. It is the joyous and often challenging gift any person can give to the God who created us all. In fact the idea that we can somehow appoint our clergy to act as religious surrogates for us is destructive to our own spiritual growth. Serving God is on each of us. There are ways we do that serving that are identical for us all and there are ways to serve God that are different for each of us depending upon our own unique blessings. The Bible is full of spiritually helpful hints about our universal obligations to God. Interestingly, almost none of the classic biblical texts describing how we should serve God list any ritual obligations. In fact, Isaiah chapter 58 brings the word of God against fasting on Yom Kippur unless it is accompanied with justice for the oppressed. The biblical lists are all ethical obligations as your sensitive soul picked up in your question. The classic biblical text is of course the Golden Rule, the commandment to love your neighbor as you love yourself. It links both Old and New Testaments as it is found in Leviticus 19:8, as well as Matthew 19:19. In Galatians 5:14 it is considered as the summation of all the other ways to serve God. I love Jesus’ answer to the question of how to serve him in Matthew chapter 25:34-40, “Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world: For I was an hungred, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in: Naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison, and ye came unto me. Then shall the righteous answer him, saying, Lord, when saw we thee an hungred, and fed thee? or thirsty, and gave thee drink? When saw we thee a stranger, and took thee in? or naked, and clothed thee? Or when saw we thee sick, or in prison, and came unto thee? And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” (KJV) The most explicit biblical text and my personal favorite is from the prophet Micah (6:8), “He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?” (KJV). Be just, merciful, and humble. That works for me and I am pleased as punch that it also works for the Creator of the Universe. So these and other texts establish for all of us the list of ethical virtues we must cultivate not only to serve each other but also to serve God. People who have difficulties with religion and faith ought to pause and consider that the main way religions have all chosen to serve God is through ethical acts that are the same for us all, not through rituals that are quite different for us all. It is an inspiring fact of religious life. As to how we can use our own unique talents, interests and blessings to serve God, this is up to you dear D, and it is up to me and it is up to each one of us. Figure out what you are good at and make it good for God. Send QUESTIONS ONLY to The God Squad via email at godsquadquestion@aol.com.

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cluding Disarmament and International Security Committee (DISEC), Security Council (UNSC), United Nations Women (UN Women), and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). Topics discussed included Eradicating Child Labor, The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), Cybersecurity, The Political Participation of Women, and Reducing Global Food Waste. Bay Area high school teams participating in this year’s Contra Costa County Model UN were Acalanes High (Lafayette), Athenian High (Danville), California High (San Ramon), Campolindo High (Moraga), Carondelet High (Concord), De La Salle High (Concord), Deer Valley High (Antioch), Dougherty Valley High (San Ramon), Foothill High (Pleasanton), Lycée de Francais San Francisco (San Francisco), Northgate High (Walnut Creek), Pittsburg High (Pittsburg) and Tilden High (Walnut Creek). Alhambra High School did not participate this year. This year, Foothill High earned the Best Delegation Award, and Dougherty High was presented with the Outstanding Delegation Award. Numerous individual awards were earned, and will be listed on the Model UN web page in the very near future. “We are pleased to see so many high school students throughout our county and the Bay Area take advantage of our Model UN program,” said Contra Costa County Superintendent of Schools Karen Sakata. “Model UN is an excellent opportunity for students to display all the hard work and preparation they have put in, as they successfully discuss,

persuade, and work with fellow committee members on real-world problems and complex international relations. The skills they are currently refining with this program will be the same ones they’ll use in college and/or in their future careers.” This academic event also offers students an opportunity to gain substantive knowledge about the cultures and policies of the countries they represent. They can learn the mechanisms for peaceful resolution of disputes, while at the same time honing their interpersonal skills. They must practice writing and speaking skills in order to persuade delegates from other attending schools. Kevin Chan reported that the 34 U.C. Davis Model UN Club volunteers who presided over the Committee Meetings were extremely impressed with their younger brothers and sisters who share a tremendous interest in international affairs, especially since many of the high school students were first-year Model UN participants. Model UN differs from the CCCOE’s Academic Decathlon and Mock Trial academic-event programs, in that it is not so much a competition as it is an event. Participants are commended for outstanding committee work and certificates are awarded to committee rapporteurs. Individual delegate winners are recognized for their debate skills, leadership skills, knowledge of the issues, and presentation of key resolutions. The event concluded Saturday afternoon with a ceremony that recognized the outstanding delegates.

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Omarr’s Weekly Astrological Forecast By JERALDINE SAUNDERS Tribune Content Agency

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Rev up your creative side and let it run free in the week ahead. You could be brimming with imaginative ideas and able to put them into action. Take the time to reflect on the best ways to achieve peace and tranquility. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Welcome a change of pace. Even the most solidly planted horse needs to get off the merry-go-round at some point. Relationships may take a turn in a fresh direction this week. Use your partner as a sounding board. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Ideas that pop up now may lead you to opportunities as the week unfolds. Prepare presentations or speak to others who can help your career. Commitments made now are likely to run smoothly over the long term. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Do a reality check. You may be caught up in an unrealistic approach to financial affairs and possessions as the week begins. Focus on making your workplace and your work as perfect as possible. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Romantic notions and confidence in magic potions might fill your head in the week ahead. You may be inspired by someone or something and think the sky is the limit. It’s a wise idea, however, to rely on common sense. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Hook up with friends and loved ones in the week to come. You may sparkle with an extra bit of glamour. You might be the center of someone’s amorous attention, but don’t make promises or commitments too soon. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct.

22): Words that reflect honesty and sincerity are in the air. This could be a very good time to ask for advice or guidance. Maintain a positive frame of mind and something of value might fall into your lap this week. SCORPIO (Oct. 23Nov. 21): Networking in the week ahead could pay off by fattening your piggy bank. Brainstorm in tandem with a partner who can serve as a shrewd sounding board. A discussion may show the holes in your thinking. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Leave your cave and experiment with something new. Put worries and cares aside and break free of chains that hold you back. You sizzle in social situations, as well as group activities in the week ahead. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Adapt to new directions without getting off track. There may be situations that call for a sprint to the finish line this week. Yet you can remain open to changes in plan without losing your momentum or equilibrium. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20Feb. 18): Use your noggin to iron out the details of agreements and creative ideas. In the week ahead, you’ll benefit by adopting an unbiased logical approach to problems. Work hard to add pennies to your long-term holdings. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Pay attention to your intuitions and act on your sympathies in the week ahead. A pat on the shoulder or a kind word at the right time might not be acknowledged immediately but bring rewards in the near future.

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of a controlled substance. The suspect was booked and released from the station for the possession of dangerous drugs. • Officer Buda observed a known individual walking in the 900 block of Howe Rd. It was revealed that the individual was wanted for a $35,000 felony warrant for vandalism. He was arrested and booked. • Officers responded for an alarm at Papa Murphy’s (1155 B Arnold Dr.) for a rear door alarm activation. Officers located the rear door drilled and pried open. An interior latch was still locked and the door would not open. It appeared the unknown suspects were able to slightly pry open the door which activated the alarm, possibly causing them to flee the area prior to PD arrival. The area was searched and no suspects were located. There was no responsible party located for the business to respond. A note was left for the business to contact Ofc. Ramos for information. • Corporal Mayberry made a traffic stop for expired registration. The driver was cited for driving on a suspended license and the vehicle was impounded. One of the passengers was found to be in possession of two counterfeit $100 bills. She was arrested and booked at MPD. • A resident reported that a subject was standing in her driveway in the 700 block of Wyoming St. wearing a clown mask. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate anyone outside. (Log continued at http://martineztribune.com.) On a final note - we have recently heard of Clown sightings across the country and we recently had two reports of people dressed as clowns in our community. For a personal perspective, my 12-year-old asked me about the clown sightings recently and the conversation went like this: Son: Dad, if I see a clown should I call the police? Me: Just because you see a clown it does not mean that something bad will happen, so no. Son: What if the clown tries to kidnap me? Me: Then yes, call the police. Son: Yeah, but if I wait to call until the clown walks up to me then I will be kidnapped and it will be too late for me to call. Can I call the police if I see a clown before I get kidnapped? Me: Good point. ... Well, if you ever see something that makes you scared or worried about your safety you can always call the police. So, if you see a clown or anything else that makes you feel unsafe - you can call the police. Son: Okay, thanks Dad. I guess the point of this story is that whether you are young or old, or somewhere in between, if you feel unsafe about something, please call the police. We can always respond to make sure that everyone is safe or confirm that there is no threat to public safety. In fact, I would recommend that you program our non emergency number into your cell phone. If there is an emergency you can call 911, but for something that is not an emergency, you can always call our non-emergency number at (925) 372-3440. If you have it in your phone it will be easier to retrieve it and since you will not have to take the time to look it up, you may be more apt to calling us right away instead of waiting.