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By Jeff Hudson Enterprise correspondent Davis residents who love to read often recall author/ scientist/brewmaster Charles Bamforth — who’s lived in Davis for more than 20 years, and retired from the top beer brewing post at the UC Davis faculty in 2019 — for his witty and highly readable books with catchy titles like “In Praise of Beer” and “Beer Is Proof God Loves Us.” Bamforth has also published more formally titled academic books devoted to the chemistry of the beer brewing process. Along the way, Bamforth’s admirers have dubbed him with the fond nickname “The Pope of Foam,” though Bamforth doesn’t generally reference this in his academic curriculum vitae. But before Bamforth became a beer guru ... back when he was a lad of 10 growing up in the north of England ... Bamforth
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Retired English soccer star Alan Hinton, left, and retired UC Davis beer professor Charlie Bamforth collaborated on Hinton’s biography. became a devoted fan of Wolverhampton Wanderers — a venerable side that traces its roots all the way back to 1877. (Americans call the game “soccer,” but the British — and indeed, most of the rest of the world — know with absolute certainty that the “beautiful game” is called “football.”) And when Bamforth first began following “Wolves” (as they are popularly know) during the early 1960s, the star of the
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By Manuela Tobias California renters, who are still struggling to pay the rent even as the pandemic wanes, will be shielded from eviction through Sept. 30, under a last-minute deal announced June 25 by Gov. Gavin Newsom and legislative leaders. The agreement, which opens up $5.2 billion to pay full back rent and rent going forward, was approved Monday by the Assembly and state Senate. Newsom, who faces a recall election later this year, signed the bill Monday night, just before the existing protections expire
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Beatles (who came out of Liverpool, barely 80-some miles from Wolverhampton) enjoyed their first big international hit, “Love Me Do,” in 1962. Hinton, by that time, was near the peak of his fame. Bamforth gently suggests that Hinton, over a period of years, enjoyed something akin to the sporting celebrity that the more recent British football star David Beckham experienced in
UC announces new chair for Board of Regents The University of California announced today the recent appointment of regent Cecilia V. Estolano to chair of the UC Board of Regents for 2021-22, effective July 1. Estolano was elected by her colleagues and will oversee her first board meeting in July.
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team was a young player in his early 20s named Alan Hinton, who had the uncommon ability to kick equally well with both feet ... this during a period when Wolves were often in contention for championship status. Many — perhaps most — Davis residents nowadays were born a bit too late (and didn’t spend enough time in England in those days) to recall Hinton’s heyday as a player. It was an era when The
Plans for reducing traffic congestion along I-80 through Davis and over the causeway received a boost this week with news of $85.9 million in federal funding approved for the project. U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg on Wednesday announced a total of $905.25 million in Infrastructure for Rebuilding America grants for 24 projects in 18 states. The $85.9 million grant to the Yolo County Transportation District and Caltrans District 3 to improve and expand 17 miles of I-80 and Highway 50 in Yolo and Sacramento counties was one of the largest grants approved. A total of 157 applications were received for grants totaling $6.8 billion — more than seven times the funding available. Grants were selected based on criteria that included the ability to create local jobs as well as addressing climate
change. “These timely investments in our infrastructure will create jobs and support regional economies, while helping to spur innovation, confront climate change and address inequities across the country,” Buttigieg said. Local officials, including Davis Vice Mayor Lucas Frerichs and Yolo County Supervisor Don Saylor, have been pushing hard for federal grant funding to help alleviate the chronic freeway congestion along the I-80 corridor that has many commuters leaving the freeway to seek short cuts on Davis surface streets. The so-called “WAZE” effect, where commuters use the driving app to find alternate routes, has frustrated residents in various parts of Davis, perhaps none moreso than in South Davis along Mace Boulevard where a recent infrastructure project — dubbed by many the “Mace Mess” — has only
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Briefly City offers class in pole walking Are you interested in taking up walking poles to increase your stamina and continued joy in walking? When used effectively, walking poles enhance uprightness, flexibility and power. How do you know what is the right length? Where to direct the force? Which should you buy? These questions will be answered and more at a class offered by the city of Davis. Bring any poles you have; loaners will be available by reservation. This class is taught by Jeannette Hogan, Feldenkrais practitioner. The class meets from 10 to 11:15 a.m. Wednesdays, July 7, 14 and 21 for a fee of $39. Register at www.cityofdavis.org (click the “Recreation Online” icon, then click “Activity Search” and enter “Walking”) or call 530-757-5696. For information, contact Maria Lucchesi, community services supervisor, at 530-7575696 or mlucchesi@ cityofdavis.org.
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ortland, my first hometown and favorite city in the world, has a cute corner pizza joint on the west side of the Willamette known as Sizzle Pie. I thought about that name earlier this week when downtown Portland hit 116 degrees and they were able to cook those Sizzle Pies without putting them in the oven. Portland’s all-time record temperature, ironically, matches the all-time record in my second hometown of Davis, though ours was set way back in 1925 before global warming was on anyone’s radar. The day after Portland hit that 116 degrees, I picked up the Science Times section of The New York Times and right on schedule there was an article by the excellent Gretchen Reynolds titled “How to Exercise When It’s Sizzling.” This brought back a memory of the time I went for a noontime jog in Death Valley when the daytime temperature hit 121 after an overnight low of 99. I suspect that qualifies as
exercising while sizzling, though I did survive to tell the tale, exaggerating it just slightly with each retelling. In the current version that I was sharing with the kids last night, I was being chased by scorpions and desert pupfish. The subtitle to Gretchen Reynolds’ piece promised “Expert recommendations on staying active and safe during your workouts this summer.” “Helpfully,” Reynolds begins, “a group of exercise scientists wrote a comprehensive scientific review about training and competing in scorching heat in preparation for the Summer Olympics in torrid Tokyo.”
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Yolo County sheriff ’s deputies busted a Sacramento parolee prohibited from having firearms after allegedly finding several guns in his possession. Cameron Goss, 23, came to officers’ attention after committing a traffic violation at the intersection of County Roads 24 and 97, west of the Woodland, according to a Sheriff ’s Office Facebook post. Yolo County Sheriff ’s Deputies were on patrol in rural Yolo County when they observed a grey Ford Fusion commit a traffic violation at the intersection of County Road 24 and County Road 97. Deputies caught up to the
On June 29, a panel of California Board of Parole Hearings commissioners granted parole this week to a man serving a life sentence for a March 1995 homicide. Kenneth Buffer, now 59, formerly of Sacramento, is serving time at Folsom State Prison for the offense, which resulted in the death of James Williams. The parole decision now goes before Gov. Gavin Newsom, who has 120 days to approve or reverse the ruling. According to the Yolo County District Attorney’s Office, Buffer and codefendant Michael Andre Todd attacked Williams at a home in West Sacramento over $10,000 that was owed to them from a drug deal. “Mr. Buffer severely beat Williams with his hands and feet until Williams went into a coma. Mr. Todd, while Mr. Buffer watched, burned him with a knife that had been heated on a stove,” prosecutors said in a news release. “Also, caustic liquid was poured over Mr. Williams’ body, which caused severe burns.” Buffer later drove a nearly dead Williams to his friend’s house and abandoned him in the back seat of his own car, prosecutors said. Williams died in a hospital 10
Special to The Enterprise Many Californians are looking forward to a threeday weekend this year for Independence Day. Even though people are eager to travel and get together with family and friends, the California Highway Patrol is urging motorists to slow down and enjoy the holiday. Beginning at 6:01 p.m. Friday, July 2, through 11:59 p.m. Monday, July 5, the CHP will observe a Maximum Enforcement Period focused on speed enforcement. To keep the roadways safe for everyone, all available officers will be watching for motorists who are distracted, speeding or driving under the influence. CHP officers will also be on alert for aggressive driving and acts of road rage. With many motorists expected on the roadways, patience will be key. Allow yourself plenty of time to get to your destination and
“Saving lives is a priority for our officers.” Amanda Ray CHP Commissioner avoid unsafe driving behavior such as tailgating. Remaining calm and courteous behind the wheel reduces your risk of an unpleasant encounter with other motorists. If you feel you are at risk, call 911. “Saving lives is a priority for our officers,” CHP Commissioner Amanda Ray said. “Motorists will help make everyone’s holiday safer on the road by observing the speed limits, avoiding distractions, staying sober, practicing patience and being courteous to other drivers.” During the 2020 Independence Day MEP, at least 36 people were killed in crashes on California roadways. The CHP also
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made 738 arrests for DUI of alcohol or drugs. This year’s Independence Day MEP also coincides with a speed-related traffic safety effort that the CHP embarked on with the Oregon State Police and the Washington State Patrol along the entire stretch of Interstate 5, which passes through all three states. “By getting the message out, we are hoping for voluntary compliance from motorists,” Ray added. “However, officers will be looking for anyone who is speeding or driving impaired and posing a danger on the roadways.” The most recent nationwide data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows one-fourth of traffic fatalities in 2018 were the result of speeding. In fatal crashes in 2018, nearly half (48 percent) of speeding drivers in passenger vehicles were not using seat belts at the time of the crash.
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vehicle near the city limits of Woodland and conducted a traffic enforcement stop. “Goss was determined to be on Sacramento County probation for a violent felony and CDC (California Department of Corrections) parole for weapons violations,” the post said. “A search of Goss’ vehicle revealed a concealed 9mm Springfield XD handgun, loaded 10round magazine and 40 rounds of additional ammunition.” Goss was booked into the Yolo County Jail on charges of being a prohibited person in possession of a firearm and a parole violation.
BofA donates $25K to Center for Land-Based Learning Special to The Enterprise WOODLAND — Bank of America awarded $25,000 to the Center for Land-Based Learning, to support general operating funds for the growing nonprofit. Bank of America has long been a supporter of the center’s work, with previous grants funding its Green Corps program and a multi-year Neighborhood Builder project. The funding undergirds the Center’s mission to inspire, educate and cultivate future generations of farmers, agricultural leaders and natural resource stewards, through educational programming, job creation, and workforce development efforts. “The work that Center for Land-Based Learning
does in our community around workforce development within the ag industry and environmental stewardship is truly impactful,” Lori A. Rianda, senior vice president and local market executive for Bank of America Greater Sacramento, said. “We are pleased to partner with CLBL, a true model for what an effective, sustainable community-based organization should be.” Mary Kimball, CEO of the Center for Land-Based Learning, expressed her appreciation for the support. “We are thrilled to be funded by the Bank of America Foundation again through this grant,” she said. “We value our longterm partnership and the investment that the foundation makes.”
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days later of blunt-force trauma from the beating. A Yolo County jury later convicted Buffer and Todd of first-degree murder and torture, resulting in life sentences for both men. Todd, now 55, continues to serve his time at California State Prison, Los Angeles County, with a parole hearing set for Oct. 13. Commissioner Michael Ruff and Deputy Commissioner Mary Dang presided over the June 29 parole hearing, held remotely due to the COVID pandemic. Ruff concluded that Buffer no longer posed an unreasonable risk to public safety, noting his increased self-awareness and solid parole plans. Williams’ son, Bryce Miller-Williams, attended the hearing along with Yolo County victim advocate Kenya SalazarCampos “and made a passionate statement saying that he felt Mr. Buffer still lacked remorse and hadn’t yet taken responsibility for killing his dad,” the DA news release said. Chief Deputy District Attorney Jonathan Raven spoke on behalf of the District Attorney’s Office and West Sacramento Police Chief Rob Strange submitted a letter opposing parole.
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ccording to one of the experts cited by Reynolds, “Unshaded sidewalks will be hotter than parks and leafy paths.” Who knew? “An icy beverage before a hot workout will help with hydration and provide a combination of perceptual and actual cooling,” according to the same expert.
“Slapping a cold washcloth onto your neck, donning an ice vest or slipping into athletic undergarments that have spent the night in the freezer likewise can up coolness during hot-weather exercise.” Gretchen, please, this is a family newspaper. “If you feel nausea, headache, dizziness or cramping during a hot workout, slow down or stop and hunt for shade.” Actually, if you feel nausea, headache, dizziness or cramping even during a cold workout, it’s pretty much time to call it a day. “On hot days, do shorter loops than normal and include a dedicated water station, such as a public drinking fountain. Refill your water bottle there or stick your head under the flow each time around.” And on a particularly hot day, like say 116 in the shade, dump your workout altogether and order a tall glass of ice water with your slice of pepperoni at Sizzle Pie. — Reach Bob Dunning at bdunning@davisenterprise.net.
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With all due respect to the power of alliteration, I did not realize Tokyo was torrid. At least certainly not as torrid as the final days of the U.S. Olympic track and field trails in Eugene last weekend. The first suggestion is that “we can move our workouts indoors into air-conditioned comfort.” Been there, done that. Any time the outside temperature exceeds 98.6 Fahrenheit, I close all the windows, crank up the air conditioner to “arctic blast,” turn on the TV to the Weather Channel and jog around the living room in my bare feet.
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Smartphones can help you in emergencies By Jacci O’Connor and Jay Woods Special to The Enterprise
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ildfire season is upon us. Do you know which Yolo County evacuation zone you live in? Are you set up to receive emergency notifications and alerts? What would you take with you if you had to leave your home on short notice? And what do these questions have to do with our smartphones? Read on. Last year, with the threat of road closures and evacuations in Yolo County, we signed up to receive alerts on our smartphones. First, we confirmed which zone we live in — something everyone should be aware of — then we signed up to receive alerts from the Yolo County website (www. yolocounty.org). When you locate your zone and sign up for notifications on the Yolo County website you can choose which types of information you wish to receive as well as which cities in Yolo county you’d like to receive notifications about.
Tech over 60 We recommend that you also visit the excellent Ready.gov website, www. ready.gov. The website is a treasure trove of helpful information about how to be prepared for both natural and man-made disasters and emergencies, and how to make and practice a preparedness plan for a variety of situations. We studied the Ready. gov website for information pertaining to the role of personal technology — specifically our smartphones — in preparing for emergencies. Here are just a few of the recommendations in the “Get Tech Ready” section of the website:
Equipment When a potentially dangerous situation is close at hand, keep your phone fully charged at all times. Keep a phone charger, power strip and if possible a back-up power supply in your car. Know how to change the settings on your phone to low power mode to conserve energy. Almost all smartphones
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When a potentially dangerous situation is close at hand, keep your phone fully charged at all times. have a built-in flashlight and a magnifier feature. If you haven’t already, become familiar with these features.
Smartphone apps Download the free FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) app to your phone and set it to receive notifications and text alerts, including local fire and smoke alerts. The Red Cross Emergency! app has an “I’m Safe” button you can use to post information to your social media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter) accounts
letting others know your status. Even if you don’t use social media, this app has useful information about all types of disaster preparedness, with various preparedness quizzes you can take and learn from. Both the FEMA and Red Cross Emergency! apps can be downloaded for free from the App store (iPhone) or the Google Play store (Samsung). Important documents to have (or have access to) on your phone Use your phone’s camera to scan or photograph important documents such as insurance policies, medical and other official
records. When possible obtain electronic versions of these documents to keep on your phone and in a cloud storage service. Have digital copies of all your important photos and keep them backed up. Keep your contacts updated on your phone and synced across all of your devices (phone, tablet, computer). We also suggest keeping important passwords in your phone so that you can access your online accounts if you away from home. There are several ways to do this depending on your phone and your personal preferences. Of course, if you do keep passwords or any sensitive information on your phone be sure that the phone itself has security (passcode, touch ID or facial recognition) enabled.
We know many of our fellow seniors are not comfortable with banking online, however we recommend you consider establishing online access to your bank and download the bank’s app. Even if you choose not to do routine banking transactions online, you will be able to get to your account no matter where you are.
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We hope you’ll visit the Yolo County Government and Ready.gov websites and take advantage of what they have to offer. If you need assistance with getting “tech ready,” ask a friend, family member, or trusted tech professional to help.
The Ready.gov website recommends signing up for Direct Deposit (e.g. your paycheck, Social Security check or other funds you receive regularly) and setting up electronic banking.
Finally, we recommend that once you have made your emergency plan (including a list of the items you need to have on hand),put a copy ofthat plan in your phone — in your Notes app, Reminders app, or any text document — and keep a copy in the cloud. This way, if you are ever faced with the need to act quickly and you feel a bit of panic, you need only remember one thing: go to your phone, tap on your safety plan, and follow it step-by-step.
How to combat social isolation, improve mental health Special to The Enterprise Even before COVID-19 limited social contact with friends, family and colleagues, many adults experienced loneliness and depression due to limited contact with others. Now, a year after the pandemic forced many people into even greater levels of isolation, the issue of social isolation is especially prevalent in Americans over the age of 50. Despite the physical implications of a global pandemic, research shows the mental health stakes are high, too. A nationwide survey, commissioned by Barclays, found that half of Americans over the age of 50 said the isolation from their friends and family has been more challenging than concerns over health risks they may face. Social isolation has provided plenty of time for Americans to reflect on their priorities. The majority of Americans surveyed (90%) have re-evaluated their post age-50 goals and put spending more time with family at the top of their lists. In fact, the most common first thing 50-plus Americans will do once COVID-19 is over is to see and spend time with their families (41%). “While restrictions are
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One way to fill your free time, and reap some positive energy, is to explore a new hobby or skill. If you have a helper, so much the better. beginning to ease, many older adults are still isolated from friends and family, and that takes a toll on their mental well-being” said Lisa Marsh Ryerson, president of the AARP Foundation. “We must do all we can to help older adults, who have suffered greatly during COVID19, strengthen the social connections that are so essential to their ability to lead longer, healthier lives.” For example, AARP Foundation’s Connect2Affect platform equips older adults with the tools
they need to stay physically and mentally healthy and connected to their communities. The AARP Essential Rewards Mastercard from Barclays is helping fund the foundation’s work to increase social connection with donations based on new accounts and eligible purchases, up to $1 million annually. A little creativity and a commitment to filling time productively can help reduce the strain of being alone until it’s safer to resume social activities.
n Use technology to connect with loved ones. Video chats and traditional phone calls can help you feel connected even when you can’t be together in person. While a drop-in call can be fun, consider arranging regular
visits with kids and grandkids. If you schedule calls throughout the week, you’ll have something regular to look forward to and can benefit from a check-in that affirms everyone is healthy and safe. n Make time for physical activity. Staying closer to home may mean you’re not getting the exercise you once did, but it’s important for your health to stay active. Regularly using your muscles helps keep your body strong, and even light physical activity a few times each week can help keep your cardiovascular system fit for better heart health. Regular exercise can also provide a range of positive mental health outcomes, including reduced stress, anxiety and depression, and improved memory. n Volunteer in your community or consider virtual volunteering. Helping others is a way to release feel-good endorphins for yourself. While your limited social
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calendar may afford you some extra time, inquire with local nonprofits about how you can contribute to their causes. Especially as funding for charitable organizations has dropped, volunteers are still essential to most nonprofit organizations, whether the help comes in person or virtually. Even from a distance, you may be able to help with tasks like making calls to donors, assisting with mailings or planning fundraising campaigns. n Learn a new hobby or skill. Another way to fill your free time, and reap some positive energy, is to explore a new hobby or skill. The personal satisfaction of learning and focusing your mental energy on something that interests you can help offset the disappointment of being away from those you love. Find more resources that support older adults at connect2affect.org. — Family Features
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CHAPTER: English star coached in U.S. TRAFFIC: Backing From Page A1 the 1990s. “Hinton rose to the very top of the game,” and became a member of England’s national team, and played for other teams in Europe, Bamforth said. To be truthful, Hinton was one of Bamforth’s boyhood heroes — “The first time I saw him play was in October 1962 ... he was playing left wing for Wolves. And I used to go see Wolves regularly.” In those youthful years, Bamforth’s mother would drive Bamforth and his brother to Wolverhampton’s home games, until eventually the Bamforth boys became old enough to take the train on their own. Bamforth’s devotion to Wolves has continued ever since. “When I worked for Bass Ale (in England during the 1980s), I was able to get a season ticket and go to all their games,” Bamforth said. Eventually Bamforth, who has a way with words, started writing for Wolves’ program book. Bamforth’s path in life eventually led him to the United States. He came to California to assume a professorship at UC Davis in 1999. And Hinton’s path likewise led him to the U.S. — initially as a player on North American teams in the 1970s. Later, Hinton coached a number of North American Soccer League teams, including
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Alan Hinton in action for Wolves at Everton’s Goodison Park in 1963. He’s 10 years older than Bamforth, which doesn’t seem like much these days, but it was enough of a gap that Hinton was Bamforth’s childhood idol. the Seattle Sounders. Hinton still lives in the Seattle area. So imagine Bamforth’s delight when he had the opportunity in 2019 to work on a project with his boyhood hero. “When I saw Hinton play for the first time back in 1962, I never thought that one day I’d be helping him write his book. I’m thrilled that Alan Hinton has trusted me to work with him on his autobiography,” Bamforth said. They worked together on the book for two years, sometimes meeting in person, other times conversing online. Bamforth recorded these sessions, and then wove Hinton’s words and memories into a manuscript, which the two men then polished for publication. The finished book — “Triumph and
Tragedy: The Alan Hinton Story” — was published in the UK in mid-June. Copies can be ordered in this country online. “Alan is very excited that the book is finally out,” Bamforth said. Bamforth has been a busy guy since he “retired” from his professorship at UCD roughly two years ago. In addition to working on the book with Hinton, Bamforth serves as senior quality advisor with the Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, which was launched in Chico in 1979 as an ambitious regional craft-brew venture, and now ranks as one of the country’s larger brewing companies, producing some 1.25 barrels of beer annually, distributed through most parts of the country, and brewed in Chico and in a newer
facility near Asheville, N.C. (The North Carolina brewery includes a restaurant and an outdoor amphitheater that hosts concerts, and is something of a tourist destination.) Asked to describe his duties as senior quality advisor, Bamforth said, “I give input on quality issues ... and Sierra Nevada is all about quality.” Bamforth has also released a video course (available online) titled the “Everyday Guide to Beer,” parts of which were recorded at the Sierra Nevada Brewing Company’s facilities. And as a Distinguished Professor Emeritus, Bamforth continues to teach the occasional course through UC Davis. Lately, Bamforth has been teaching online, owing to the pandemic. During the past year, he’s also performed some of his duties for the Sierra Nevada Brewing Company via online conferences with the company’s staff. When it comes to describing beer (a favorite topic), Bamforth draws on his detailed scientific understanding of the chemical intricacies of brewing, as well as a bit of Zen and advocacy. He’s written, “Beer is a thing of beauty. Four simple ingredients; yeast, malt, hops and water combine under the right conditions to create a product that can be wholesome, nutritious, delicious and satisfying.”
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exacerbated traffic congestion, residents say. Lately, particularly on Friday evenings, traffic has been backing up on the north side of the freeway as well, with residents reporting travel times of a half-hour or more just to get from Alhambra Drive to the freeway on Mace. Caltrans first proposed the Yolo/I-80 Corridor Improvement Project several years ago, with the goal of not just reducing traffic congestion by expanding capacity but also improving infrastructure for other modes of transit, including bicycles and buses. The project proposes improvements to I-80 from Kidwell Road west of Davis to Highway 50 in Sacramento. Plans call for the addition of a managed lane in each direction between the Yolo-Solano county line and the Yolo Causeway, as well as on the causeway itself and into Sacramento, and building a separated bicycle/pedestrian crossing over the bypass. The managed lanes in each direction could be bus or carpool lanes or possibly even toll roads. “This project will benefit the entire region by reducing congestion and greenhouse gas
emissions, improve goods movement and transit operations and enable smoother travel across the Yolo Bypass,” Saylor said Wednesday. Saylor, who serves as chair of the Yolo County Transportation District, said many partners “have worked for years to bring this forward.” He cited Caltrans District 3, the Sacramento Area Council of Governments and Rep. John Garamendi, D-Walnut Grove, in particular. Frerichs called the grant “huge news for Davis and Yolo County.” The I-80/Causeway expansion project “is essential to improving regional transportation options,” he said. “We undertook a collaborative team effort approach in advocating for this project, and I look forward to it bringing needed relief to our communities.” The $89.6 million in federal funds will only partially cover the estimated cost of the project; another $50 million will need to be found as well. Options will include state and local funding. Construction is expected to begin on the project in 2023. — Reach Anne TernusBellamy at aternus@ davisenterprise.net. Follow her on Twitter at @ATernusBellamy.
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forward to addressing how more Californians from every corner of the state can earn degrees from UC and elevating UC’s leadership in climate research,” said Estolano. Estolano, who earned an A.B. from Harvard-Radcliffe Colleges, a master’s degree in Urban Planning from UCLA and a law degree from UC Berkeley School of Law, was appointed to the Board of Regents in 2018. She has taught courses on equitable urban development and law and the quality of urban life at the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs and the UC Berkeley College of Environmental Design. “The depth and breadth of Chair Estolano’s experience in the private and public sectors have been invaluable to UC and the Board of Regents,” said UC President Michael V. Drake, M.D. “I look forward to our continued collaboration in the year ahead.” Regent Richard Leib was named vice chair.
Continuing and newly appointed chairs for the board’s committees include: n Regent Michael Cohen, chair of the Finance and Capital Strategies Committee n Regent Gareth Elliott, chair of the Compliance and Audit Committee n Regent Lark Park, chair of the Academic and Student Affairs Committee n Regent John A. Pérez, chair of the Health Services Committee n Regent Janet Reilly, chair of the Public Engagement and Development Committee n Regent Richard Sherman, chair of the Investments Committee n Regent Jonathan Sures, chair of the National Laboratories Committee Members of the Board of Regents are volunteers and serve without compensation. Find additional information about the board at https://regents. universityofcalifornia.edu.
implement new processes and protections, and we’re hoping that those will be effective,” he said. “And we’re also obviously hoping that the economy is in full swing and hopefully an eviction moratorium will not be necessary moving forward.” While advocacy groups representing tenants and landlords said they were shut out of the negotiations — similar to the last two rounds of negotiations — both sides managed to get some key provisions they wanted. Here are some key components of Assembly Bill 832: Tenants would have a defense in court should their landlord evict them over non-payment of rent through Sept. 30. They still have to submit a declaration saying they are unable to make full rent, and pay at least 25% of their monthly rent since Sept. 1, 2020, in installments or in bulk, by Sept. 30, to avoid eviction. “If you are served with a
15-day notice and do not provide the declaration form to your landlord before the 15-day notice expires, you could be evicted,” the bill says. Additional documentation, such as a bank statement proving a decrease in income, could be required in cases where a landlord has proof the tenant makes over a certain income. Tenants will still need to abide by their lease in order to avoid eviction for reasons other than non-payment of rent. Evictions over non-payment of rent could resume on Oct. 1, but people who make less than 80% of the area median income and were financially affected by COVID would have another 15 days after receiving an eviction notice to apply for rental assistance funds. That provision extends for another six months, through March 2022. If the rent relief application goes through, the eviction process will be blocked, and landlords will be able to receive
compensation for missed back rent. If the tenant is ineligible, however, the proceeding will continue. Lupe Arreola, executive director of Tenants Together, said while the additional legal protections sound good in theory, they may not work in real life. “We’re saying that’s wishful thinking. We’re saying that’s not going to happen.” So what about the money? The bill says tenants, as well as their landlords, will be able to apply for 100% of back rent and up to three months of forward rent. Previously, without landlord approval, a tenant was eligible for only 25% of missed rental payments. That was a key ask from tenant advocates, and a source of worry for landlords, who said the provision would be abused. Tenants who receive rental assistance will acknowledge under penalty of perjury they
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Obituary Marcus Elwood Clark Nov. 4, 1934 — June 27, 2021
Marcus Elwood Clark was born to George and Erma Clark on Nov. 4, 1934, in a tiny hospital above Potter’s Drug Store in Gothenburg, Neb. He attended the University of Nebraska, majoring in agricultural economics and international development. His first job was as a county extension agent in Seward County, where he met his first wife, Jo Ann Ahl. While raising four children, Marcus earned two master’s degrees. He worked for the U.S. government exporting peaches in Uruguay, taught at the University of the Pacific and then worked for the State of California. In 1982, Marcus married Margot Zehr. Marcus loved listening to the Metropolitan Opera and singing tenor with the church choir. Other interests included politics, reading, watching the “PBS News Hour,” bicycling and travelling. Marcus’ favorite activity was sailing in his “Ladd
C.” sailboat, named after his youngest son. We remember Marcus as a sensitive, gentle man whose faith guided his actions and relationships. He died on June 27, 2021. He was predeceased by his son, Ladd Clark. He is survived by his wife, Margot Franke-Clark; children Van Clark of Grass Valley, Brian Clark of Cathlamet, Wash., and Andrea Krause of Woodland; and grandchildren Jonathan and Natalie
Guzman, Jessie Boom, Chantae and Scott Clark, and Robert and JonaCLARK than Krause. A memorial service is scheduled for 1 p.m. Sunday, July 4, at the Davis United Methodist Church. A simple reception will follow. Dress comfortably and casually. Masks required for the unvaccinated. Memorials to Habitat for Humanity are appreciated.
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by zoning, and therefore this Ordinance is exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as general policy and procedure making. Therefore, it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment. Availability of Documents: Additional information pertaining to the project is available for review at the Department of Community Development and Sustainability, Planning Division, 23 Russell Boulevard, Davis, California, 95616. Staff reports are available through the city’s website at: https://www.cityofdavis.org/city-hall/commissions-andcommittees/planning-commission/agendas
Ordinance to Require Approval of a Staff reports for the public hearing are generally available Conditional Use Permit for Dwellings five (5) days prior to the hearing date and may be available with 6 or More Bathrooms in the R-1, by contacting the project planner. R-2, R-2-CD, R-R and similar PD Districts Public Comments: Project Location: City Wide All interested parties are invited to participate in the meeting electronically or by teleconference, or send written comments Applicant: City of Davis to Sherri Metzker, Project Planner, City of Davis, Department Project Description: of Community Development and Sustainability, 23 Russell The proposed project is the adoption of an Ordinance Boulevard, Suite 2, Davis, California, 95616; or via email at: amending Sections 40.03.040, 40.04.040, 40.04A.040, smetzker@cityofdavis.org, no later than noon the date of 40.06.040 of Articles 40.03 (R-1 District), 40.04 (R-2 the meeting. For questions, please call the project planner at District), 40.04A (R-2-CD District), 40.06 (R-R District) (530) 757-5610, extension 7239. and Similar Planned Development (PD) Districts of Article 40 of the Davis Municipal Code to require a conditional use The City does not transcribe its proceedings. Persons permit for additions, conversions, or new construction that who wish to obtain a verbatim record should arrange for attendance by a court reporter or for some other acceptable result in six or more bathrooms in a dwelling unit. means of recordation. Such arrangements will be at the sole Environmental Determination: expense of the person requesting the recordation. The City of Davis has determined that the adoption of the If you challenge the action taken on this matter in court, ordinance is exempt from review under the California the challenge may be limited to raising only those issues Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in Section 15061(b)(3) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, as it merely requires a process for the review written correspondence to the Director of Community Development and Sustainability or City Clerk at, or prior of additions, conversions, or new construction resulting to, the public hearing. in six or more bathrooms in a single-family dwelling in areas where single-family dwellings are already permitted
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The Declaration of Independence was written by the Second Continental Congress and reproduced by William Stone using long-lasting oak-gall ink.
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Yolo Community Foundation gives youth awards to Davis, Winters and River City high graduates Special to The Enterprise The Yolo Community Foundation announced its 2021 Yolo Youth Service Awards. The awards were established in 2007 to reward Yolo County youths for volunteer work with local nonprofit organizations. The award recognizes the importance of developing and cultivating a sense of community and service, and encourages local nonprofits to engage with youth volunteers. “The main purpose of this award is for us to show how much we value young people who give their own time to help others,” said Meg Stallard, YCF board member and Scholarship Committee chair. “Yolo County is a better place because of them. This has been a difficult year for students, but these students have shown tremendous perseverance and creativity that enabled them to continue and even expand their volunteer efforts. “We appreciate the good
work they have done and will continue to do to serve their communities. We wish them the best in their future educational endeavors.” YCF awarded the YoYoSA scholarship to three students this year: Alexander Di is a graduate of Davis High School. In 2019, he established a student-run organization, called the Davis Coding Club, at the high school, and asked if his club could run coding workshops for students at the Davis Branch of the Yolo County Library. The club produces monthly 4-day workshops, holds special “Day of Code” events, and runs coding camps during school breaks. The teen program has been functioning virtually during the library’s closure because of the COVID pandemic. Mallory Layne graduated from Winters High School, and was an active member of the Rotary Interact Club all four years. As Co-President this year, Mallory worked to keep the
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EVICTION: Landlords worry they will be left high and dry From Page A4 will use the money to pay missed rent. If the landlord still tries to evict the tenant over non-payment of rent, the court will be able to check whether the tenant received state dollars. If they paid the full amount to the landlord, the eviction will be blocked. The bill also shields evictions over non-payment of rent from appearing on a tenant’s record, which hampers the ability to rent in the future.
Who is eligible? The tenant’s household income must be at or below 80% of the area median income during 2020 or 2021. Those income brackets vary by region. Tenants with an income below 50% will be prioritized. Assistance is available to tenants regardless of their immigration status. Local jurisdictions distributing rental relief might have different rules, however; during the last round of funds in Los Angeles, for example, a two-person household couldn’t make more than $45,050. The bill expands eligibility to tenants who may have moved out of their home
during the pandemic, who were not covered previously. They can now apply for back rent owed to a previous landlord.
Landlord issues Landlords will be unable to evict tenants over nonpayment of rent through Sept. 30. To file an eviction lawsuit after that, the landlord must provide evidence to the court they applied for rental assistance. The case can only proceed if the tenant does not complete their application or qualify for aid. Landlord groups, which hoped the protections would not be further extended, are frustrated by this provision. “While there is some recognition of this distress in the deal by providing 100% in rent assistance and requirements for the tenants to use the funds to pay rent, we are very concerned as to when this moratorium will actually end,” Christine LaMarca, president of the California Rental Housing Association, which represents more than 20,000 landlords, said in a statement. Landlords will still be able to evict tenants for a substantial remodel only if that is necessary to comply
with health and safety standards, and if the owner of the property is selling it to a buyer who intends to occupy the property. They cannot, for example, sell to someone who intends to rent out the place. Those restrictions might be tighter in certain localities, like Los Angeles, which passed a local moratorium earlier this week. But under the bill, other cities would not be able to enact stricter rules through March 2022, a provision supported by the California Apartment Association. Landlords would be able to apply for 100% of back and forward rent. The previous law said a landlord could apply for 80% of missed rent payments and would have to forgive the remaining 20%; the new bill means that even those who applied for only partial refund will be receiving the missing funds. If both a landlord and a tenant applied for funds, the money will go directly to the landlord. It will only go to the tenant if the landlord declines to participate in the program. But the California Apartment Association said the state’s moratorium extension, and the final federal extension through July
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announced Thursday, would not be necessary if the rent relief money was getting out to landlords and tenants. “It is frustrating that the state of California and numerous local governments have not quickly disbursed funds to those in need, especially to momand-pop rental housing providers who have not seen any rent payments yet must still pay the mortgage, insurance, taxes, maintenance and other expenses,” association President Tom Bannon said in a statement.
Money questions The protections are tied to dollars; and lots of them. The state approved an additional $2.6 billion of
rental assistance, plus an existing $2.6 billion, all from federal relief funding. That’s $5.2 billion available to cover the missed back rent and up to three months of forward rent. An analysis by PolicyLink, an Oakland-based research group, suggests that about 758,000 households in California are behind on rent and owe a total of $3.5 billion. That money has gone out at a snail’s pace. While billions have been available since January, the state has distributed from its pot only $61.6 million in relief to a little more than 5,000 households so far. “The linchpin in all of this is the billions of dollars we have from the federal government,” Brian Augusta, legislative advocate for
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Woodland Opera House reveals schedule Historic theater almost ready to open again Special to The Enterprise The historic Woodland Opera House is having a busy month. Not only did it just celebrate the 125th anniversary of the opening of its building (a California State Park and listed on the National Register of Historic Places) in downtown Woodland (June 15, 1896), it also announced its 2021-22 season of shows, and the reopening of the theater is just around the corner. The pandemic has been a difficult time for the theater industry, with closures and financial concerns, but the WOH crew is confident that with this new season, it will come back bigger and better. Scheduled 2021-22 mainstage productions are: “Singin’ in the Rain” (Sept. 17 to Oct. 10), directed by Rodger McDonald; “Elf the Musical” (Nov. 19 to Dec. 12), directed by Andrea St. Clair; “Our Town” (Jan. 28 to Feb. 20), directed by Anna Miles; “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” (March 11 to April 3), directed by Bob Cooner; and “Bye Bye Birdie” (June 17 to July 10, 2022), directed by Staci Arriaga. Theatre for Families productions for 2021-22 are “Curious George: The
Golden Meatball” (Oct. 29 to Nov. 7), directed by Cheryl Watson; “Disney Frozen, Jr.” (Jan. 7 to 16), directed by Angela Baltezore; and “Madagascar, a Musical Adventure” (April 22 to May 8), director TBA. Season tickets are on sale now and individual show tickets will be available in August. All seats are reserved with prices: Mainstage season tickets are $89 and Theatre for Families season tickets are $30 (Gold Pass), a family pack (four main-floor seats, two adult and two children for all three shows) are $100. Flex Passes are also available at $120 (six tickets for any Mainstage or Theatre for Families show). Buy tickets online at www. woodlandoperahouse.org or in the Woodland Opera House box office at 340 Second St. in Woodland. Call 530-666-9617. Hours are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday through Friday.
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Special to The Enterprise A new exhibition that recasts a unique chapter of Northern California’s unconventional art history will open July 1 at the Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem Museum of Art at UC Davis. “New Flavors: Collected at the Candy Store | Selections from the Manetti Shrem Museum” presents 24 works by 11 artists whose work was first championed by gallerist Adeliza McHugh. From 1962 to 1992, her intimate Candy Store Gallery in Folsom fostered an emerging community and became a beloved, freewheeling social center for artists and collectors alike. Developed in conjunction with an upcoming exhibition at the Crocker Art Museum in celebration of the Candy Store’s 60-year anniversary, “New Flavors: Collected at the Candy Store” expands the conventional narrative through centering the lesser-known stories of female artists and artists who identify as Cuban American, Japanese American, Mexican American and Native American. The exhibition is curated by Jenna Blair and Susie Kantor. “We are so thrilled to examine the university’s Fine Arts Collection through the lens of this extraordinary moment in
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“City Lamp” by Luis Cruz Azaceta. the region’s history, and to exhibit many of these works for the first time,” said Associate Curator Susie Kantor. “The works on view express the whimsical, colorful, humorous and lighthearted nature of the gallery but also explore serious themes of feminism, sexuality, violence and our collective place in the world,” added cocurator Blair. The Candy Store was “a regular home base for UC Davis students and professors showing at different stages in their careers over the 30-year history of the gallery,” Blair said. The exhibiting group includes alumni Maija PeeplesBright (’64, M.A. ’65), Pam Scrutton (’71, M.F.A. ’73), Sandra Shannonhouse (’69, M.F.A. ’73), Ann Leda Shapiro (M.F.A. ’71) and Glenn Takai (M.F.A. ’99); teachers Luis Cruz Azaceta (visiting ’80) and George Longfish (professor emeritus);
and artists Luis Jimenez, Joan Moment, Gladys Nilsson and Jim Nutt from the area’s greater arts community. Collectively, they demonstrate the diversity of artistic practices that made the Candy Store such a unique space. “New Flavors: Collected at the Candy Store” joins three current exhibitions — “Wayne Thiebaud Influencer: A New Generation,” “Arnold Joseph Kemp: I would survive. I could survive. I should survive.” and “Working Proof: Wayne Thiebaud as Printmaker” — that opened at the Manetti Shrem Museum on June 3. All four exhibitions are on view through Nov. 12. Free, timed tickets to visit the museum in July and August are available to book at manettishrem.org. The museum, at 254 Old Davis Road, is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays by advance reservation.
A new exhibition of murals by local and regional artists communicating stories of social and political issues, history, identity, and culture will open at The Barn Gallery in Woodland on July 8. “Larger than Life: Murals in the Making” is curated and presented in collaboration with TANA (Taller Arte del Nuevo Amanecer), in Woodland and features the work of local and regional mural artists including Elyse Doyle-Martinez, Chris Herman, Jared Konopitski, Emma Montalbano, Gladys Padilla, Jenn Ponci, Melissa Uroff and artists affiliated with Studio TANA in Woodland who have created a mural for this exhibition. Artwork from students in the UC Davis class, Art 171: Mexican and Chicanx Mural Workshop, will also be featured. Many of the artists are from Woodland and Sacramento and have contributed to “Wide Open Walls,” activating spaces in alleyways and buildings in Sacramento through murals. “TANA is pleased to collaborate with YoloArts on this exhibition and I am particularly excited to contribute a mural produced by students in this year’s Mexican and Chicano Mural Workshop at UC Davis,” said Jose Arenas, TANA executive director, UC Davis professor, and YoloArts board member. “The mural is based on
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the themes of decolonization and indigenous healing and was created via Zoom with each student making individual panels, pieced together into one movable mural.” All of the murals installed inside the gallery are on 4-by-6-foot plywood panels and each is accompanied by a narrative statement by the artist. The exhibition opening reception is planned from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 8, and will feature music and refreshments. TANA will be hosting a printmaking activity during the reception. A community mural will be set up outside The Barn Gallery for visitors of all ages to “make their mark” on a group project. This unique experience will be available during the reception and at regular open hours of the
gallery through Aug. 19. On Aug. 11, Arenas will present a talk about the collaborative and empowering aspects of the muralmaking process, and current TANA community projects. The talk, from noon to 1 p.m., is part of the YoloArts virtual Knowledge at Noon series. “Larger than Life: Murals in the Making” runs through Aug. 19. The artwork can also be viewed online at yoloarts.org during the exhibition’s run. The Barn Gallery is located at 512 Gibson Road in Woodland. The gallery is open Thursday afternoons 2:30-5 p.m. and two Saturday afternoons monthly. Face coverings recommended in the gallery for guests who are not fully vaccinated. For information contact ya@yoloarts.org.
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Briefly Explore collage in online class Bay Area artist Michael Shemchuk will teach participants the fundamentals of exploring collage, through the Pence Gallery, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, July 24 and 25. Students will learn about mark-making and how to create surfaces and textures by layering colors and various materials. Each student will create a suite of four collage panels by the end of the workshop, which is open to all levels. Participants will receive a materials list and a Zoom link via email. The cost is $325 for members, $350 nonmembers (materials not included). Register at www.pencegallery.org.
Gallery 1855 sets July exhibit Galley 1855 presents the artwork of William Cleveland through the month of July. The galley, on the grounds of The Davis Cemetery at 820 Pole Line Road, is open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. For information, call 530-756-7807, email judy@daviscem etery.org or visit www. daviscemetery.org.
New Harmony plays on July 4 The New Harmony Jazz Band will perform free live jazz from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, July 4, at the Davis Craft and Vintage Fair in Davis Central Park. For more information about the band, contact the band manager Michael O’Hearn at michael.ohearn@att. net or 530-210-4149.
Go your own way to Opera House Fleetwood Mac tribute band Fleetwood Mask will perform at 3 and 7 p.m. Sunday, July 10, at the Woodland Opera House, 340 Second St. in Woodland. Fleetwood Mask formed out of a mutual love and respect for Fleetwood Mac’s music and story. Replicating one of rock’s most successful bands is a passion for Fleetwood Mask and each band member is committed to performing the music with authenticity and style. Mick Fleetwood (something of an expert when it comes to his own band) is crystalclear in his praise of Fleetwood Mask. Calling the band, a “real treat,” Fleetwood has gone on record saying this “terrific group of musicians … plays the music as intended with passion and with style.” With a repertoire that spans Fleetwood Mac’s early period to their present sound (and all the mega-hits in between) Fleetwood Mask makes good on their claim to be the “ultimate tribute.” The Woodland Opera House is back to 100% capacity, and masks are not required for patrons who are vaccinated. Management asks those who are not vaccinated to wear a mask for the safety of all. Masks and hand sanitizer will be available at each event. Reserved-seating tickets are $30 for adults, and $15 for children under 12. Buy tickets online at www. woodlandoperahouse. org or in the Opera House box office, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday through Friday.
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‘Boss Baby: Family Business’ — Nonstop hilarity Whirlwind fantasy just as clever as its predecessor By Derrick Bang Enterprise movie critic Calling the momentum of this animated sequel “brisk” doesn’t do it justice; director Tom McGrath’s hilarious romp is mega-prestissimo. This is blink-and-you-missstuff pacing. McGrath took the same approach when he helmed 2017’s “Boss Baby,” so we shouldn’t be surprised; that said, this one feels even more frantic … which isn’t always a good thing. Michael McCullers’ script stumbles a bit out of the gate; the initial 15 to 20 minutes are too randomly chaotic, as if the story has trouble deciding which direction to take. The ride smoothes out once the core plot is established, and the feverish velocity feels more in service of the action, and less an affectation for its own sake. Many years have passed. Tim (voiced by James Marsden) and his younger brother Ted (Alec Baldwin) have become adults, and drifted away from each other. Tim and his wife Carol (Eva Longoria) have two young daughters: Tabitha (Ariana Greenblatt), a whip-smart 7-year-old; and newly arrived infant Tina (Amy Sedaris). Ted, the former “boss baby,” has put his business savvy to excellent use, and become a successful hedge fund CEO. He acknowledges all birthdays and important holidays with piles of lavish gifts, but rarely visits; he’s always “too busy.” This is particularly distressing for Tabitha, who idolizes her rarely seen uncle, and hopes to become just like him.
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Tim is astonished to discover that his infant daughter Tina actually is a clandestine operative from BabyCorp, sent to recruit him for a super-secret mission. This worries Tim — still very much in touch with his childhood imagination — who fears that his elder daughter works too hard, and is missing out on childhood joys. Indeed, she’s top of her class at the prestigious Acorn Center for Advanced Childhood, which seems to be molding her into an obsessed Renaissance scholar. Imagine Tim’s surprise, then, when his other daughter reveals a secret: Tina actually is another adult-level-cognizant secret agent from BabyCorp, which has similar concerns about the Acorn Center for Advanced Childhood. Its founder, Dr. Erwin Armstrong (Jeff Goldblum), pushes an intense curriculum that delights clueless moms and dads who focus solely on turning their kids into robotic over-achievers. More insidiously, Armstrong’s program seems to be driving a wedge between parents and their children … and that’s of grave concern to BabyCorp. After tricking Ted into visiting, Tina reveals a plan that involves generous
dollops of an aptly named baby formula. This transforms Tim and Ted into, respectively, their former adolescent and infant selves (much to the latter’s disgust). They’re now able to infiltrate the Acorn Center as “typical students.” The assignment becomes trickier, because nobody else must know about this transformation: certainly not Tabitha or Carol. Tim and Ted may still sound like their adult selves, but they certainly don’t look that way. That’s ripe with comic potential. So is the labyrinthine Acorn Center, which — as Tim and Ted independently attempt to probe its secrets — proves increasingly sinister. Dr. Armstrong’s actual intentions, once revealed, are quite disturbing (and not entirely far-fetched, which is unsettling in its own right). Sight gags and welltimed one-liners abound, and McGrath’s script becomes cheekily inventive and clever. The “baby brigade” with which Ted (reluctantly) aligns himself is hilarious, as are Tina’s
flustered, increasingly frantic efforts to help, without revealing her actual identity. A sidebar detail concerns Tabitha’s anxiety over her role in an upcoming school performance for all parents. It’s more than mere stage fright; she’s convinced that she can’t sing. Tim discovers that he now can interact with her as a peer, rather than an adult, which proves instructive for both of them. That’s a sweet, thoughtful concept: well handled by Marsden and Greenblatt. Baldwin is a stitch as the aggrieved, frustrated and put-upon Ted, further annoyed because his condescension is wasted effort, on such an infant audience. Goldblum is deliciously arch, as the insufferably smug Dr. Armstrong: an absolutely perfect marriage of actor and role. Sedaris is expressively authoritative; Tina tolerates no insubordination, and is the only individual able to outfox Ted (much to his chagrin). The brisk visual pacing is matched by McCullers’ tart, rat-a-tat dialogue.
‘Boss Baby: Family Business’ Starring (voices): Alec Baldwin, James Marsden, Amy Sedaris, Jeff Goldblum, Ariana Greenblatt, Eva Longoria, Jimmy Kimmel, Lisa Kudrow Rating: PG, for mild rude humor Available via: Movie theaters and Peacock These pint-size characters uncork an impressive string of arch retorts and comebacks. But it does ultimately prove exhausting: perhaps a bit too long, a bit too intense. I do hope McGrath and McCullers don’t return to the well again; this franchise has been (ahem) milked to the bottom of the bottle. — Read more of Derrick Bang’s film criticism at http://derrickbang. blogspot.com. Comment on this review at www. davisenterprise.com.
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From left, Adam Sartain (as Shrek), Judah Dwight (as Donkey) and Morgan Bartoe (as Fiona) in “Shrek The Musical,” DMTC’s last online-only production.
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From left, Lee Hayashida, Jamie Knapp, Paul Estridge, Steve McElroy are Gypsy Standard Time.
Craft fair will feature ‘gypsy jazz’ Special to The Enterprise Acoustic jazz quartet Gypsy Standard Time will play from 2-4 p.m., Sunday, July 4, at the Davis Craft & Vintage Fair in Central Park, Davis. Gypsy Standard Time plays “gypsy jazz” in the French “hot club” style
popularized by Belgian Romani guitarist Django Reinhardt, and classic jazz favorites from the Great American Songbook. When the band gets cooking, the clarinet paints a picture of Paris dance halls in the 1930s, exchanging jokes and musical dares with the acrobatic lead
guitar, while the rhythm guitar strums a percussive la pompe, locking in steady 4/4 time with the bass. The quartet features Steve McElroy on clarinet and flute, Paul Estridge on lead guitar, Lee Hayashida on rhythm guitar and Jamie Knapp on upright bass.
Logos decorates with animal images Special to The Enterprise “Animals, Oh!” is an upcoming exhibit at Logos Books in Davis from July 3 to July 30. With a silly and sometimes serious bent, eight artists are sharing their talents with images of animals they have known. From traditionally painted dogs to roosters, horses, and deer all have a different approach to the artistic treatment of said animals. Some are memorials to dogs passed on,
others are silly renditions and playful interpretations. The artists: Carrie Ceniseroz, Laurie Fio, Mary Neri King, Marlene Lee, Sara Duque Mellor, Dori Marshall, Carol Smith and Courtney Stauffer Voskuhl have gathered a great fun group of portraits to share with the LOGOS community. Most of these artists are local art teachers from the surrounding Yolo area who enjoy their art making
experience, and are available to create commissioned pieces for your animals. Logos is bringing back a modified public reception for these artists. This reception will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, July 9, at Logos, 513 Second St. Some of the artists will be in attendance. Pence Gallery 212 D Street will also be having a public reception for three of their galleries on July 9 from 6 to 9 p.m.
DMTC presents ‘Shrek’ as its last online show Special to The Enterprise Davis Musical Theatre Company’s Main Stage, presents the family-fun fairytale adventure, “Shrek the Musical,” July 9 through July 18 on the Showtix4U virtual platform. Once upon a time, in a far-away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek. One day Shrek finds his swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast off by Lord Farquaad, a tiny terror with big ambitions. When Shrek sets off with a wisecracking donkey to confront Farquaad, he’s handed a task — if he rescues feisty princess Fiona, his swamp will be righted. Shrek tries to win Fiona’s love and vanquish Lord Farquaad but a fairytale wouldn’t be complete without a few twists and turns along the way. It’s a “big bright beautiful world” as everyone’s favorite ogre Shrek leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance. Part romance
and part twisted fairy tale, the show is an irreverently fun adventure with a powerful message for the whole family. Jan Isaacson is the director and choreographer, with Steve Isaacson & LuAnn Higgs as the musical directors. Featured performers include Adam Sartain as “Shrek,” Morgan Bartoe as “Princess Fiona,” Judah Dwight as “Donkey,” and Andy Hyun as “Lord Farquaad.” This is DMTC’s last virtual production as it goes back live this summer with finishing the run of “Camelot” (which ended after one week due to the pandemic). “Shrek the Musical” plays July 9-18 on Fridays and Saturdays, at 8 p.m. (Bio Board starts at 7:45 p.m.); and Sundays at 2 p.m. (Bio Board starts at 1:45 p.m.). All performances are on the Showtix4U platform. Tickets are $10 per device and $20 per family, and are available at dmtc.org. [gallery link=”file”
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River Cats hosting job fair on Tuesday Enterprise staff The Sacramento River Cats will host their annual job fair on Tuesday at Sutter Health Park. Those interested in working for the River Cats during the 2021 season are encouraged to attend this free event. Group interviews will be conducted at the event for various positions. The River Cats are looking to fill more than 100 seasonal positions available for the current 2021 baseball season and Sutter Health Park events. Available positions include concessions attendants, dishwashers, prep cooks, line cooks, and warehouse clerks. The event will from 1 to 3 p.m. Interested applicants must submit an online application prior to attending the job fair by visiting river cats.com/employment. All applicants must be at least 16 years of age, with a valid work permit. For positions that serve alcohol, applicants must be at least 21 years old. Job fair participants will receive two free tickets to a future River Cats game. Once hired, employee benefits include complimentary River Cats tickets, food discounts and potential bonuses based on positions. For questions and inquiries, call 916-3764722 or email human resources@rivercats. com.
Haliburton named to USA men’s select team Enterprise staff SACRAMENTO — On Thursday, Sacramento Kings guard Tyrese Haliburton was named to the 2021 USA Men’s Select Team, USA Basketball announced. The Select Team will train July 6-9 with the U.S. Olympic Men’s Basketball Team during its training camp in Las Vegas, Nev. Haliburton, named to the 2020-21 NBA AllRookie First Team, averaged 13.0 points, 3.0 rebounds, 5.3 assists, 1.3 steals, 0.5 blocks and 30.1 minutes per game in 58 games — 20 starts — during the 2020-21 regular season. Amongst all rookies, Haliburton finished the regular season ranking third in scoring (13.0), second in assists (5.3), ninth in threepoint field goal percentage (.409), second in steals (1.3) and third in minutes (30.1) per game. During his rookie campaign, Haliburton earned back-to-back Western Conference Rookie of the Month honors for games played in February and January/December. In March, Haliburton was named to the 2021 NBA Rising Stars U.S. Team roster. Through international competition, Haliburton was also a member of the 2019 USA U19 World Cup team that captured the gold medal
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FC Davis’ Julia Curtis pushes the soccer ball down the field during a recent game at Playfields Park. On Wednesday, Curtis and Davis their second consecutive game.
FC Davis too fast for the Wolves By Will Wyman Enterprise staff writer Playfields Park bursted with energy on Wednesday night, as FC Davis took on the Diablo Valley Wolves in a Women’s Premiere Soccer League game. From start to finish, FC Davis cruised to an emphatic 4-0 victory over the Wolves. “Every home game that we go to is awesome, the support is incredible,” beamed Lioness head coach Belinda Holloran. “Tonight, the girls were amazing, they had their best game ever. I think that the crowd contributes to that. That’s the reason why they had their best game, because the people came out for us.” The Lionesses came out of the gates fast, pinning the Wolves in from the opening whistle. Lily Byrne opened the scoring for Davis after just five minutes, turning the ball past the Diablo Valley keeper that sent the crowd into rapture. Tiffany Miras kept her, now three-game scoring streak going with a header into the net in the 37th minute. That gave Davis a 2-0 lead. The visitors’ best chance to find the net in the half came from a volley at the top of the box with five minutes left on the clock. But the ball was tipped over the bar for a corner.
The Lionesses’ pressure continued after the halftime break, with another early goal to open a half for a 3-0 lead. This time it was Miras again, who drove into the box and fired the ball into the side netting past the keeper to complete her brace. Shortly after, Alana Curtis settled the ball on the wing with some creative control before putting the ball into the box for Miras again. The Sacramento State forward’s agility was too much for the Wolves defender, who tripped up Miras in the box and gave the Lioness an opportunity to continue the drubbing. Miras stepped up to the spot, but the Diablo Valley keeper denied the shot, as Davis maintained its 3-0 scoreline. The last goal of the evening came with just five minutes left in the contest. Maci Bakarich took on a defender with a flurry of step overs and hammered an absolute pearler from the outside corner of the box that sailed into the top corner. Holloran believes that her squad has found the right formula after entering Wednesday’s game with a 2-2 start to the season. “Tonight was all about getting players into the right position,” Holloran said. “It’s taken us four games to establish that, but tonight I moved players around and I really felt like we hit it. We
kept the team in our offensive half the entire time and that’s hard work for the team. Our girls were on fire and I think you’re going to see more wins coming and coming now.” The Lioness now hold a 3-2 record and plenty of momentum going into their next stretch of games. The team will have a break for a week and half before getting back underway, when the fixtures come thick and fast. Davis will host the San Francisco Nighthawks on July 10 as part of a doubleheader with the men’s team. Games will follow on July 15 against Lamorina SC and July 17 against Sacramento Storm. “We’re already looking ahead to our next home game; we’ve got three more in a row,” Holloran said. “We’re gonna do everything that we can to get to the final.”The crowd was full of fans young and old whose vocal support could be heard from miles away. What made the game greater for Davis was there were American Youth Soccer Organization girls teams in attendance were especially loud, erupting every time there was action near the corner flag closest to their seats. Tickets to the three home games are available on the team’s Website at footballclubdavis.com. — Reach Enterprise staff writer Will Wyman at wymanw26@gmail.com. Follow him via Twitter at @wyman_why
Davis track and field members shine in Southern California Enterprise staff Three members from the Davis High track and field team, including one who recently graduated, competed at the California State Championship games at Arcadia High in Southern California on Saturday. Ray Oldham, an incoming senior, took second place in the high jump with a leap of 6 feet, 4 inches. Zach Ayers was the third Blue Devil at the games. Ayers, who will also be a senior this fall, took second place in the 3200-meters, clocked at 9:02. Diego Perez, who just graduated from Davis High, ran in the boys 1600-meters. Perez had a fourth place finish with a time of 4 minutes, 17 seconds. According to Davis
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Davis’ Ray Oldham clears the bar in the high jump during a meet against Bella Vista in April. Oldham is one of three Blue Devils who competed in the California State Championship games in Southern California last weekend. High track and field assistant coach Tim Groth, the trio of Blue Devils are competing at the Outdoor National Track Championships at Mayward Field in Eugene, Ore.
On Thursday, Oldham competed in the high jump. Ayers and Perez are scheduled to compete in the running events on Saturday.
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wash with data and powered by computers, our lives look very different than they did a few decades ago, as do the ways we research and learn about the world. Whether the topic is political polling, COVID-19 epidemiology, police shootings or sports statistics, understanding data is key to making sense of our social and natural environments. College education is shifting in light of this reality, with California universities leading a transformation in the definition of quantitative literacy, and in designing math courses and pathways to better prepare students for 21st-century careers. This shift offers promising new ways of teaching math before college — but only if our K-12 system seizes the opportunity. Consider a course titled Foundations of Data Science pioneered at UC Berkeley six years ago to teach undergraduates statistical analysis and computer programming. Developed in response to rapidly rising interest in statistics and computer science classes, the course quickly became the fastest-growing class in campus history. Around that time, UCLA biology faculty developed a new introductory math class designed for life sciences majors, a course that incorporates computational thinking and modeling of biological systems, along with calculus concepts. Today, all life sciences majors take the course, rather than traditional calculus. Recognizing the importance of these modernized pathways, UC noted in a 2016 statement that high school students needn’t take calculus to be eligible for admission. Last year, it went further, broadening the options it accepts for students’ third and fourth year of math. Students seeking to attend California universities can still opt for such traditional courses as Algebra 2, precalculus and calculus, particularly if they’ve decided to pursue a major like physics or engineering. But now they can also choose to learn programming, explore data science and use mathematics to model real-life problems through certain computer science, data science or discrete math courses that are relevant preparation for a wide array of majors, including science majors. The new admissions policies also apply to the California State University system, which previously signaled its interest in broadening quantitative reasoning requirements.
still get chills when I think about a day in June of 1990. I was among more than 50,000 people who packed Georgia Tech’s Bobby Dodd Stadium, all of us eager to witness history. We gathered to hear Nelson Mandela, the South African leader in the fight against apartheid who later became the country’s first democratically elected president. Just four months prior, Mandela had been released from 27 years of political imprisonment. The energy was electrifying, like a hero’s welcome, as he spoke about racial discrimination and referenced the words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. “Let freedom ring,” Mandela implored the crowd. “Let freedom ring in South Africa. Let freedom ring wherever the people’s rights are trampled upon.” These words still ring in my ears. I think of them as we prepare to honor Nelson Mandela International Day on July 18. I think of them as we continue to stand for social justice in the present day, knowing that much work still needs to be done. Many of the people I
admire are those who were willing to go the distance for the betterment of others. For 27 years, on Robben Island and Pollsmoor Prison in South Africa, Mandela paid a price for his principles. It was Mandela’s example and struggle that informed much of my own student activism. I also knew that Mandela was a profound champion of education. He once said, “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” In my own experience, I was constantly aware of the lack of representation among African Americans in graduate schools, particularly in the STEM fields of science, technology, engineering and math. I was driven to speak out and mobilize others. So, I helped form the Black Graduate Engineering and Science Students not long after I entered UC Berkeley.
Our goal was to build community among Black STEM graduate students and build alliances across campus. Now, I also think of that uplifting day in 1990 as UC Davis hosts its Mandela Washington Fellows this month. This is a group of 30 young leaders from Sub-Saharan Africa who will further hone their skills and grow their global networks. As the name of the program implies, these Mandela Washington Fellows are brilliant, energetic and fearless scholars who are determined to shape a better tomorrow. In today’s world, we need to build the widest range of connections to address global challenges. The Mandela Washington Fellows are determined to create a better tomorrow for all through their expertise and growing leadership in engineering, energy, sustainability and many other fields. I’m proud of UC Davis’ longstanding support of this program and the nearly 130 Mandela Washington Fellows we’ve hosted. In a typical year, the cohort would spend six weeks in Davis to participate in workshops,
leadership sessions and community service events as part of the program. We are hosting the Mandela Washington Fellows virtually this year through the end of July due to the pandemic, but we welcome them to our Davis community all the same. So, Nelson Mandela will be on my mind all month. I also think of him as we continue to strive for harmony during these often tumultuous times. Progress sometimes moves at a glacial pace, but like Mandela, we must stay strong in the pursuit of freedom, equality and justice. I was moved a few weeks ago when Juneteenth became a federal holiday to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people. The University of California commemorated Juneteenth on June 28, and will follow the federal holiday date starting next year. As we celebrate the nation’s independence, think of these words from Nelson Mandela: “For to be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.” Let freedom ring. — Gary May is the chancellor of UC Davis; his column is published monthly.
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till, too few high schools offer these 21st-century courses, and because of the longstanding emphasis on traditional calculus-path courses, not enough students, counselors and families recognize that there can be valid options for college-bound students. New developments promise to build the capacity of K-12 schools to prime students in areas like data literacy. They mustn’t be thwarted by the misperception that they will weaken the math curriculum. Following the lead of key math societies, the California Department of Education’s newly proposed California Math Frameworks recommends incorporating data science into the curriculum beginning in elementary school, with free-standing course options in high school. UCLA faculty already have piloted the Introduction to Data Science course, which is now being offered in 52 high schools across 17 California districts. It is one of five courses funded by the state to broaden the range of math curriculum and pedagogy available to high school juniors and seniors. Still, a barrier to implementing such new options — one that recently introduced federal legislation (S 1839/HR 3588) seeks to address — is the dearth of K-12 math instructors prepared to teach them. The bipartisan bill would support more training for teachers to teach statistics, data science and mathematical modeling. Because the traditional sequence of algebra courses leading to calculus has been the norm for decades, it’s not surprising that anything different would be perceived as suspicious or strange to many students, families and even teachers. That’s why it’s important to support the math frameworks’ emphasis on data science and spread the word that, outside of specific technical programs, almost no university in the country requires calculus for admission. The math sequences of the past were based on tradition and differentiated by perceived difficulty. The evidence-based math pathways of the future offer rigorous and relevant preparation for college and lucrative careers, differentiated by students’ areas of interest. Math classes should be used to propel students forward, not hold them back. — Elisha Smith Arrillaga is the managing director of the Charles A. Dana Center at the University of Texas at Austin, elisha.smitharrillaga@austin. utexas.edu. Pamela Burdman is the executive director of Just Equations, a Berkeley policy institute, info@ justequations.org. They wrote this for CalMatters, a public interest journalism venture committed to explaining how California’s Capitol works and why it matters.
Letters Let’s say thanks to Bowen Bob Bowen has retired after 43 years of service to the city of Davis. Bob has enriched so many lives in Davis, of the young and young-at-heart. Let’s try to list the activities. “The Davis Children’s Nutcracker”; Rainbow Summer; internships and jobs for college, high-school and junior-high kids; twinkle lights downtown; Hamburger Patty; bike races; Picnic Day festivities; holiday tree lighting and parade; employee awards shows; July 4 fireworks, Warm Remembrance; Davis Bike Museum; Davis Teen Center; Pirates of Stonegate; Varsity Theater remodel — we could go on and on. Make your own list. He certainly had much help, but he was always the bright, positive face of these projects. The city has commissioned Wes Horn to design a bench for downtown in Bob Bowen’s honor. It will cost $5,500, of which more than half has been raised. We’re almost there! If you or your children’s lives have been touched and enriched by Bob Bowen, please consider a donation. Donations can be made directly to https://www.cityofdavis.org/city-hall/ parks-and-community-services/ support-our-foundations (a Yolo Community Foundation Account for
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Ethical is critical Will this information be a surprise, That many folks face a huge compromise? Pharma has chosen unethical means To research and develop Covid vaccines. Aborted baby stem cell lines have been used Yes, most unnecessarily, as we all lose. I’ve weighed all the costs and desire the common good, But it’s such a sacrifice to do what one should. Across the Atlantic in Europe, they can choose Sanofi Pasteur’s ethical vaccine, good news!!! Pharma in the U.S.A. you should know better, Many have written you online and in letter. We express our objection and moral dilemma Have you heard our message and what about Gehenna? An ethical choice is what is asked,
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Listen, pharma, you’re up to the task. Pfizer, Moderna, A-Z, and J&J It is the least you can do for our U.S. of A. Human life is sacred and should never be exploited. Would you also send a message to big pharma to ask for an ethical choice, which is definitely possible? Thank you. https://www.usccb.org/resources/ letters-pharmaceutical-companies. Lisa Bell Davis
Aquatics program For anyone interested in swimming as exercise, the Davis Aquatics lapswimming program is terrific. I’ve been swimming regularly at Manor Pool for the past several months and recently switched to the Arroyo Pool when it opened mid-month. Both pools are staffed by friendly and efficient young staff, the pools are clean and refreshing, the settings serene (especially love the ring of trees around the Manor Pool). All for $4 a swim! So grateful that this program is available, and I’m someone who swore they’d never be a swimmer! The only place I see room for improvement is the online sign-up program, which can definitely stand to be modernized. But all in all a fabulous program. Janet Krovoza Davis
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Filed: 05/28/2021 FBN Number: F20210474 1. Fictitious Business Name(s) STARCHILD MASSAGE THERAPY 2. Street Address, City, State and Zip of Principal Place of Business in California. Business is located in Yolo County. 219 E ST. STUDIO B DAVIS, CA 95616 Mailing address: 1202 Menlo Dr. Davis, CA 95616 3. List Full Name(s) of Registrant(s), Residence Address, State, and Zip KATHLEEN WHITE 1202 MENLO DR. DAVIS, CA 95616 4. Business Classification: Individual 5. Beginning Date of Business: The Registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 06/23/2020 “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) 6. Signature of Registrant(s): KATHLEEN WHITE 1354 6/11, 6/18, 6/25, 7/2 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CV2021-959 1. Kayla Renee Heinemann filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Kayla Renee Heinemann to Kayla Renee Brophy 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 7/21/2021 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: #9 Room: N/A The address of the court is 1000 Main Street, Woodland, CA 95695 3. a) A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The Davis Enterprise 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616 Date: June 2, 2021 Daniel M. Wolk Judge of the Superior Court 6/11, 6/18, 6/25, 7/2 1356 PUBLIC NOTICE T.S. No. 079399-CA APN: 071-121-024-000 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/2/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 7/15/2021 at 12:45 PM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 11/16/2007 as Instrument No. 20070038562-00 of Official Records in the
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Public Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Filed: 06/09/2021 FBN Number: F20210510 1. Fictitious Business Name(s) HEART OF DAVIS 2. Street Address, City, State and Zip of Principal Place of Business in California. Business is located in Yolo County. 412 C STREET DAVIS, CA 95616 3. List Full Name(s) of Registrant(s), Residence Address, State, and Zip INTERFAITH ROTATING WINTER SHELTER OF DAVIS 412 C STREET DAVIS, CA 95616 4. Business Classification: Corporation 5. Beginning Date of Business: The Registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 05/09/2007 “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) 6. Signature of Registrant(s): GEOFF ROHDE VICE PRESIDENT/VICE CHAIR INTERFAITH ROTATING WINTER SHELTER OF DAVIS 1353 6/11, 6/18, 6/25, 7/2
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office of the County Recorder of Yolo County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: RYAN SAHADEO, AN UNMARRIED MAN WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE; OUTSIDE THE REAR (NORTH) ENTRANCE TO THE CITY HALL 1110 WEST CAPITOL AVENUE, WEST SACRAMENTO, CA 95691 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: LOT 744, SUBDIVISION NO. 4173, MACE RANCH PARK UNIT NO. 10, AS SHOWN ON MAP FILED JUNE 21, 1994 IN BOOK 18, PAGES 12 THROUGH 17 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, AS CORRECTED BY A CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED NOVEMBER 15, 1994 IN DOCUMENT NO. 034574, OFFICIAL RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM ALL GAS, OIL AND HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES AND All LEASES PERTAINING THERETO, BUT, HOWEVER, EXCLUDING AND EXCEPTING ALL RIGHTS IN AND TO THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND AND THE SUBSURFACE THEREOF DOWN TO A DEPTH OF 500 FEET MEASURED VERTICALLY FROM THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND, AS RESERVED IN DEED FROM YOLO PROPERTIES NO. 1, A LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, RECORDED OCTOBER 14, 1977, IN BOOK 1272, OF YOLO COUNTY OFFICIAL RECORDS, PAGE 79. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1540 PASTAL WAY, DAVIS, CALIFORNIA 95618 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $451,716.91 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date
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PUBLIC NOTICE SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Yolo County Board of Supervisors will consider adoption of an ordinance at its public meeting on Tuesday, July 13, 2021, utilizing teleconference and video conference applications that will be identified on the agenda released for the meeting at least 72 hours in advance. The proposed ordinance is entitled: “Ordinance of the Yolo County Board of Supervisors Amending Title 10, Chapter 12, Off-Highway Vehicle Use (OHV) and Operation, of the Yolo County Code.” The Ordinance, if adopted, will: amend Section 10-12.101 of the OHV Use and Operation Ordinance, to include definitions of Cache Creek and Public Land; amend Section 10-12.103 to prohibit the possession and consumption of alcohol on the bed or banks of Cache Creek; and create Section 10-12.106 which will require safety equipment for all OHV riders, including helmets and whips and flags.
Project Location: 2000 Sutter Davis, Davis, CA 95616 Applicant: Matt Brausch, Project Development Engineer 2375 East Camelback Road, Suite 400 Phoenix, AZ 85016 Property Owner: Sutter Health, c/o Wayne Bader, Energy Manager 2200 River Plaza, Sacramento, CA 95833
Project Description: The proposed project is a Phase II solar installation project at Sutter Davis Hospital facility (2000 Sutter Place). It involves installation of 11 Photovoltaic canopies over the existing asphalt paved parking lot. Approximately 63 trees will be removed to accommodate the 11 solar canopies. The parking lot contains curbed islands where the canopy foundations will be installed. These existing islands contain trees that would have to be removed to accommodate the solar canopies. The canopy structure will be exposed non-combustible steel. It will have a foundation diameters of 24”. The Those wishing to comment on the components of the photovoltaic system foregoing matters may either appear include: a) underground boring for telephonically or by video at the meeting wiring, b) lighting under the canopies, c) or submit written comments prior to the a PV production monitoring system, and public hearing. Written comments should d) the interconnection to the utility grid. be sent to the Clerk of the Board, County Further, the applicant states as follows of Yolo, 625 Court Street, Room 204, regarding this Phase II solar project: Woodland, California 95695 or via email • There will not be a reduction in the to clerkoftheboard@yolocounty.org. number of parking stalls Dated: July 2, 2021 • There will be no change to the irrigation Julie Dachtler, Senior Deputy Clerk (i.e., irrigation to remain as-is) Yolo County Board of Supervisors • There will be no change to the existing 7/2 1377 medians • Trees to be removed will only be LIEN SALE where necessary (under the arrays). All other tree locations will be conserved 1975 CHEV COUPE and consultation of an arborist and/or VIN# 1Q87L5N542678 landscape architect will be provided CA LIC# 6VNC521 • Will comply with Tree mitigation LIEN SALE: 7/20/2021 AT: 10:00 AM imposed by the City. 480 PIONEER AVE., WOODLAND, CA 95776 The City’s Urban forest Manager issued 7/2 1379 a Tree Modification Permit on March FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME 8, 2021, for this Phase II project that STATEMENT involves the removal of 63 trees. Filed: 06/21/2021 Environmental Determination: FBN Number: F20210538 The proposed project is within the 1. Fictitious Business Name(s) scope of the citified EIR #1-91 (State In-Shape Health Clubs 2. Street Address, City, State and Zip of Clearing House No. 91073090) for the Principal Place of Business in California. subject site. In addition, the project is Categorically Exempt from further Business is located in Yolo County. environmental review pursuant to CEQA 285 California Street Guidelines Section 15301 as a minor Woodland, CA 95695 alteration of an existing facility. There Mailing address: are no new or unusual circumstances 6507 Pacific Ave., #344 related to the proposed project that Stockton, CA 95207 3. List Full Name(s) of Registrant(s), would require further environmental Residence Address, State, and Zip review. Consequently, no additional In-Shape Solutions, LLC environmental review is required. 2800 W. March Lane Suite 220 Availability of Documents: Stockton, CA 95219 Additional information pertaining to 4. Business Classification: the project is available for review at the Limited Liability Company 5. Beginning Date of Business: The Department of Community Development Registrant(s) commenced to transact and Sustainability, Planning Division, business under the fictitious business 23 Russell Boulevard, Davis, California, name or names listed above on: 95616. Staff reports are available through the city’s website at: Agendas | City of 03/01/2021 “I declare that all information in Davis, CA. Staff reports for the public this statement is true and correct.” hearing are generally available five (5) (A registrant who declares as true days prior to the hearing date and may information which he or she knows to be be available by contacting the project false is guilty of a crime.) planner. 6. Signature of Registrant(s): Public Comments: Sean Maloney, CFO 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23 1380 All interested parties are invited to participate in the meeting electronically or by teleconference, or send written PUBLIC NOTICE comments to Sherri Metzker, Project Planner, City of Davis, Department of Community Development and Sustainability, 23 Russell Boulevard, City of Davis Suite 2, Davis, California, 95616; or via Notice of Public Hearing email at: injoku@cityofdavis.org, no later The City of Davis Planning Commission than noon the date of the meeting. For will conduct a public hearing on questions, please call the project planner the project, as described below, at a at (530) 757-5610, extension 7230. meeting beginning at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 14, 2021, in the The City does not transcribe its Community Chambers, City Offices, proceedings. Persons who wish to 23 Russell Boulevard, Davis, California. obtain a verbatim record should arrange In accordance with Executive Order for attendance by a court reporter or N-33-20 and N-29-20, this meeting for some other acceptable means of may be conducted electronically or recordation. Such arrangements will by teleconference, without a physical be at the sole expense of the person location from which members of the requesting the recordation. public may observe and offer public comment. 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Davis lives the American dream By Heidy Kellison Special Editor-at-Large
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ho are we? Our nation’s character resides in its questions, but the struggle for insight remains our biggest test. All voices clamor to be heard yet those with the capacity to listen might be lost in a weak supply chain of the openhearted. Who among us defines what makes us Americans, much less Davisites? It’s simplest to look at luminaries in our midst — titled, awarded systems and individuals that lead by market share in public discourse. But should they be considered our fullest representation? That’s for you to decide. In preparation for this Fourth of July weekend, we bring you Voices of America: a compact
collection of your neighbors’ stories — people who also selected Davis as their home. They were chosen as much for their relative anonymity as they were for their luster. Not everyone will be a mayor, chancellor or newspaper publisher. Our goal? To inspire a dialogue about who we are — what it means to be an American from Davis — without affecting an answer. As you sit with each feature, we hope you’ll think about how these individuals contribute to our community identity. Do you relate to them or do you feel disconnected? If you were the editor, who would you choose to fill these pages? Could your story fit just as easily? For the record, that last question was a trick; we know it would. To some degree, Voices of
America is a surface scratcher — richness is a daily discovery in Davis. After all, talent, experience, depth and expertise are all inherent in a university town located just twenty miles from the State Capital. Even so, we believe you’re in for some truly extraordinary accounts. We respect and thank each participant for opening their lives to us. And to you. s you reflect on these pages, we invite you to comment with your own star-spangled suggestions. We know lack of space neglected many stories and resulted in an incomplete publication. For as relevant as it is to ask who we are, it’s equally important to question, are we you? May you realize the grace and opportunity stated in the founding of our country, and may your value be considered equal to those who generate top results on a Google search. In other words, light a sparkler for us!
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NJ Mvondo: Rocking multiculturalism for families By Caleb Hampton Enterprise staff writer NJ Mvondo is an artist, writer, entrepreneur and founder of Multiculturalism Rocks, an umbrella under which she operates a pop-up bookstore, a publishing imprint and an arts initiative. Over the past decade, she has worked to make multicultural children’s books more accessible to families in Davis and beyond. Born and raised in Cameroon, stories were important to Mvondo from an early age as a way to express herself and to overcome childhood traumas. “We have a tradition of storytelling,” Mvondo said of her Bulu tribe. “We use stories not just to entertain ourselves but to teach each other, to celebrate each other and as a tool to help each other heal.” Mvondo showed an early knack for creativity and entrepreneurship. When she was 7, she authored a series of short stories, which she made copies of and sold to her classmates. She succeeded in reaching her revenue objectives, bringing in enough money to buy herself an ice cream. Mvondo also loved reading books as a child. “The ones that spoke to me the most were the ones of resilience,” she said. “Living in Cameroon, I was lucky to have access to stories with kids in them that looked like me.”
Mvondo, a local artist, entrepreneur and founder of Multiculturalism Rocks, reads a poem at a community reading event in Central Park in June 2020.
“The (books) that spoke to me the most were the ones of resilience. Living in Cameroon, I was lucky to have access to stories with kids in them that looked like me.” NJ Mvondo
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After moving to the Bay Area for college in 2004, Mvondo got a job in an independent bookstore. Specializing in children’s books, she noticed a disconnect between the store’s customers and the content of the books. “The families who were shopping at the store were culturally diverse,” she said, “but there weren’t many books with kids who were not white.” Mvondo began doing her own research to find children’s books by authors from different backgrounds. She compiled lists and gave them to the store’s book buyer. “The books I recommended sold very quickly,” she said. “People were craving them.” After moving to Davis in 2009, Mvondo founded Multiculturalism Rocks as a blog to review and recommend children’s books written by people of color. As more and more of her friends became parents and expressed how hard it was to find children’s books with Black or brown characters, Mvondo began thinking about how to make those books more accessible.
In 2017, she bought a business license, a foldable table and 10 copies of 10 different titles. The first event she went to with her pop-up bookstore was the International Festival in Davis. “I sold out of several titles,” she said. Among her customers were several teachers looking for books for their classrooms. This year, Multiculturalism Rocks became its own company through which Mvondo continues to sell books online and at events, publish new books and run the Healing Arts Project, a collaboration exploring how art can be used as a medium for healing. Mvondo recently organized a virtual festival for Juneteenth and regularly works on projects with the Yolo County Library. While multicultural books for children have become easier to access — thanks to the efforts of people like her — Mvondo said there is still work to do. “Today, it is so much better than before, but the work is still needed,” she said. “I’m hoping I’ll continue to be able to serve the community.
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Alejandro Zambrano: Embracing a new beginning By Lauren Keene
LEFT: Alejandro Zambrano hugs Supervising Deputy DA Chris Bulkeley, who fought to get him into the program. “It’s been a long road. Thank you for being successful. I’m overjoyed,” Zambrano said.
Enterprise staff writer WOODLAND — “Oh. My. God.” That's how Alejandro Zambrano reacted when shown his arrest mugshots from over the years, the images reflecting his struggles with bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, homelessness and methamphetamine addiction. Back then, Zambrano was considered a nuisance in the city of Davis, racking up more than 40 contacts with police in six months, leading to arrests for public intoxication, resisting arrest and, finally, felony assault and battery. Something had to be done. Yolo County prosecutors and Zambrano’s public defender, Allison Zuvela, lobbied for his enrollment in Mental Health Court, a diversion program targeting defendants whose mental illness is the driving force behind their criminal conduct. Spanning a minimum of 18 months, the program engages its participants in intensive treatment with the goal of reducing their hospitalizations, arrests and jail time — essentially, getting them back on the right track. That’s where Zambrano is today. Once homeless, he’s preparing to purchase his first home and continue his education. Once substance-addicted, he’s marking several years of sobriety with his mental health in check. “I thank God for giving me another chance on life,” Zambrano said. Through Mental Health Court, “I’ve regained everything that I lost, like my dignity and self-respect. ” Nearly three years after his enrollment, Zambrano and dozens of others recently celebrated his graduation from the program — the first to be held in open court since the COVID-19 pandemic relegated proceedings online through Zoom. “It’s so strange to see everybody in person,” Yolo Superior Court Judge Peter Williams, who presides over Mental Health Court, said as he took the bench for the June 17 ceremony. “Alejandro, it’s good to see you in three dimensions.” From then on it was Zambrano’s day, as Williams and others who comprise the Mental Health Court team — attorneys, probation officers and Health and Human Services Agency staff — lauded Zambrano’s success. It didn’t come easy, they noted. But despite some missteps along the way, Zambrano ultimately acknowledged his bipolar disorder, committed to taking his medications and took personal responsibility for his actions. “I could either fight it and go against the current, or just accept it and make it easier for me,”
BELOW LEFT: Zambrano shows off his driver’s license which he obtained with help from the MHC team. BELOW RIGHT: Zambrano poses with Yolo Superior Court Judge Peter Williams, who presides over Mental Health Court. Courtesy photos
“I thank God for giving me another chance on life.” Through Mental Health Court, “I’ve regained everything that I lost, like my dignity and self-respect.” Alejandro Zambrano
Zambrano said. “So that’s what I did.” He also took a different view of his bipolar disorder and PTSD — the result of multiple negative life experiences, including six attempts at suicide. “I don’t call them illnesses,” he said. “I call it a challenge, because that’s what it is.” “I’m so impressed with you, and the insight that you’ve shown,” HHSA case worker Terri Lipelt told Zambrano, noting that the onetime “nuisance” now gives back to his community with volunteer work at the Fourth & Hope homeless shelter and Public Defender’s clothing closet in Woodland. Probation Officer Stephen Svetich recalled Zambrano’s initial interview with the Probation Department to determine his suitability for Mental Health Court. They took a pass at first, citing his public safety risk. But Zuvela and prosecutors, particularly Supervising Deputy District Attorney Chris Bulkeley, weren’t having it. “You’re going to get Mr. Zambrano into your program, and you’re going to make it work,” the attorneys told Svetich at the time. “You’ve proved me wrong from the moment I met you, and I’m glad for it.” Added Bulkeley: "It's been a long road. Thank you for being successful. I'm overjoyed." Zambrano’s achievements include publishing a book — “Healing Through Poetry,” a compilation of journal entries he penned in poetic form over the past several years. “I never thought in a million years I would be a published author,” Zambrano said. “I still think, is it real? Let me pinch my cheeks.” Currently a student at Woodland Community College, Zambrano plans to study social justice and human rights at Arizona State University and ultimately launch a film production company. In his "down time," he wants to connect the homeless with the services available to them. Having been homeless himself, “I feel that they can identify with me,” he said. At his graduation ceremony, Zambrano credited his peers in the program, from “newbies” to veterans, for serving as his support network and helping him navigate life’s curveballs. When they gave their status updates during court check-ins, “I would pay close attention to what they had to say. They were my teachers,” Zambrano said. To those who come after him, Zambrano offers some simple advice: Don’t give up. “Never give up hope,” he said. “Learn how to trust people, and keep pressing forward and forward and forward.”
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Antonio De Loera-Brust: Crafting progress during crisis By Caleb Hampton Enterprise staff writer It was March when Antonio De Loera-Brust, Yolo County’s recent Latino outreach specialist, saw a familiar story starting to play out. Without enough COVID-19 vaccine doses to go around, Yolo County faced a choice. It could continue with a strictly age-based system for vaccinations or begin allocating doses for specific groups of essential workers. County authorities cited studies showing that older adults were at the greatest risk for death or serious illness from the virus. The data seemed incontrovertible, but it wasn’t the full picture. An analysis of death records from the California Department of Public Health indicated Latino food and agriculture workers experienced a nearly 60 percent increase in mortality during the pandemic compared to just a 6 percent increase for white working age adults. Further studies showed farmworkers, who are more likely to live in crowded, multigenerational homes, were at especially high risk of transmitting the virus to older family members who, for various reasons, faced barriers to accessing vaccines even if they were eligible. To further raise the stakes, Yolo County’s farmworker population would double in a matter of weeks with the arrival of thousands of migrant workers. Community advocates warned there could be terrible consequences of delaying vaccinations for the county’s farmworkers. But vaccinating those workers would mean delaying doses for other local residents. De Loera-Brust, who grew up in Davis, had
Farmworkers line up to register for COVID vaccinations at Bullseye farms. Antonio De Loera-Brust/ Courtesy photo
“It’s the thing in my life that I’m most proud of. I felt we owed it to them to have them go first for once. Because we did that, I think this year’s harvest will be less painful than last year’s.” Antonio De Loera-Brust
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Antonio De Loera-Brust helped coordinate a campaign to overcome barriers and get farmworkers vaccinated.
worked with local farmworker communities long enough to know they were never likely to win out. Yolo County — and counties across California — were sticking with the age-based system. While he was a student at Davis Senior High School, De Loera-Brust tutored English at the Madison Migrant Center. Later, as a college student, he ran the after-school program at the center. “These communities are the backbone of the county’s economy and identity” he said. “For a long time, I don’t think they have gotten a fair shake.” The experiences motivated De Loera-Brust to pursue a career in politics. In the past few years, he has worked as a legislative aid in the U.S. House of Representatives and worked on the presidential campaigns of Julián Castro and Elizabeth Warren. He was recently appointed to the staff of the U.S. secretary of state, Antony Blinken. “As a Latino who has worked in politics and government, I’ve thought a lot about the question of how you create equal access to the institutions of government,” he said. The pandemic brought many of the inequities he had observed into stark relief. Early on in the pandemic, Yolo County held a testing clinic in Knights Landing and the materials ran out before everyone could be tested. The people in line, mainly Latino agricultural workers, politely asked the health workers to inform them when more tests became available. A few days later, the same thing happened in Davis, but the people who didn’t get a test were angry, De Loera-Brust said. Some of them called their county supervisor. By the end of the week,
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PROGRESS: Anger driven by entitlement From Page C8 LEFT: A Yolo County staff member vaccinates a resident at Madison Migrant Center. BELOW LEFT: A mother waits with her daughter after being vaccinated at the Madison Migrant Center. BOTTOM: A family of farmworkers display their COVID vaccination cards at Durst Farms. Antonio De Loera-Brust/ Courtesy photos
“These communities are the backbone of the county’s economy and identity. For a long time, I don’t think they have gotten a fair shake.” Antonio De Loera-Brust
county health workers were back in Davis to finish the tests. “The county responded to that pressure and devoted resources,” De Loera-Brust said. “I don’t think we went back out to Knights Landing for another two weeks.” The episode illustrated a self-perpetuating cycle, he said. “People who government serves get angry when they aren’t served because they feel entitled to it.” Meanwhile, for the people in Knights Landing, “no one had any expectation that the government would serve them because it never had.” What he hoped to achieve working for the county, De Loera-Brust said, was to “create an expectation within government and within the Latino community that this was our government, too.” The pandemic provided plenty of opportunities, with much of the response falling to local government to deliver. “This was local government’s finest hour,” De Loera-Brust said. “The county invented a social safety net out of scratch.” All of these efforts led up to the distribution of vaccines. Before long — and while farmworkers in many other counties continued to wait — Yolo County heeded the calls to prioritize vaccinating farmworkers. De Loera-Brust helped coordinate a campaign to overcome barriers — a digital divide, language barriers, limited transportation, long work hours — and get farmworkers vaccinated. Day after day, the Yolo County team went out to fields around the county to vaccinate workers. “We were out there sometimes in the rain and mud,” De Loera-Brust said. He estimates that more than 80 percent of the county’s farmworkers are now vaccinated, enough to reach herd immunity. He’s sure that the effort prevented outbreaks. “It’s the thing in my life that I’m most proud of,” he said. “I felt we owed it to them to have them go first for once. Because we did that, I think this year’s harvest will be less painful than last year’s.” Yolo County should be proud of the vaccination campaign, De Loera-Brust said, but after the pandemic it shouldn’t settle back in to business as usual. “Do we go back to how it was or do we take the opportunity to build a society that works for everyone?” The lessons learned in Yolo County about building an inclusive society can also be applied across the country. “Out of this national trauma comes a new narrative of who we can be,” De Loera-Brust said.
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Emily Lo: Finding a new passion in a new land By Lauren Keene Enterprise staff writer It was the promise of the American dream that brought Emily Lo’s family to the United States. Forty years later, she’s living it herself. Born and raised to age 12 in Taiwan, Lo, along with her parents and two older sisters, moved to the East Bay area in 1981, several years after her father attended an engineering certification program at UCLA. “He just fell in love with the country, the opportunities, that you could do anything, be anything if you work hard,” said Lo, a longtime captain with the Davis Fire Department. As a teenager, Lo envisioned a career in hotel management, figuring that “the people that I love will always have a roof over their head.” But a chance encounter with a family friend changed all that. The friend, a former dispatcher in Southern California who later became a paramedic firefighter with the Vacaville Fire Department, asked Lo whether she’d ever considered the fire service. “I don’t see you sitting in an office,” he told her, noting Lo’s athleticism from playing high-school basketball. Intrigued, “I looked into it.” So when Lo’s family moved to Southern California for a work opportunity, Lo and one of her sisters stayed behind. Lo enrolled at Solano Community College in Fairfield, which offered a 16-week fire academy with instructors from area fire departments. “I fell in love with it,” Lo recalled. “Learning stopped being a chore, and everything clicked.” As for her family’s reaction, “it took a little bit of convincing. It was as foreign to them as it was to me,” Lo said. “But my dad was always like, ‘Whatever you’re going to be, be the best you can be.’ Ultimately, they were very, very proud.” The academy gave way to a job offer from the Fairfield Fire Department, which Lo joined at age 20, becoming the department’s only woman and Asian American firefighter at the time. “Fairfield gave me a lot of good foundations,” but low pay and understaffing
ABOVE: Emily Lo and Rose Conroy pose for a photo with a future firefighter in 1999. FAR RIGHT: Emily Lo collects “Fill the Boot” donations in 2015 for the Davis Professional Firefighters Association Local 3494’s annual food basket program. BELOW RIGHT: Emily Lo helps out a future firefighter as they practice with a fire hose at an open house in 2017. Wayne Tilcock/ Enterprise file photos
LEFT: Davis Fire Capt. Emily Lo stands proud after her promotion ceremony in March 2003. Jenny Rihl/ Enterprise file photo
“My daughter knows the concept of working twice as hard to be seen as equal holds true for her. My son is learning to be a champion and a voice for those less fortunate. I am living the dream.” Emily Lo Davis Fire Dept. Captain
chipped away at employee morale, Lo recalled. A year and a half later, she found herself in Davis, where she’ll mark her 30-year anniversary with the department in September. “I came here because of the job. I stayed here because of the city,” Lo said, citing Davis’ low crime rate, family-friendly neighborhoods and likeminded citizens. And in a country where women make up about 3 percent of the nation’s fire service, Davis came in well above that at 13 percent. Lo credits two of her superiors at the time, Capt. Judi Cutaia and Rose Conroy, who would later become Davis fire chief — the first woman in California to lead a municipal fire department — with teaching her the importance of public service and attention to detail. And while mindful that affirmative-action policies helped her get a foot in the door, “at the same time, I understand that what I choose to do with that opportunity is 100-percent up to me,” Lo said. Lo credits “naïveté, good people, humor and thick skin” with helping her navigate professional challenges, including the decades of service calls that range from life-affirming to heart-wrenching. In 2002, she rose to the rank of captain, a post that allows her to serve as family breadwinner for her husband Rob Blankenship and their two children: Austin, 14; and Lola, 11. Today, Lo says she’s “immensely proud” of her work, and gratified that the concept of the American dream is alive and well in her kids. “In many ways, they have more privileges than many others. They have a better understanding of the world around them, what it means to be different and how to embrace those differences,” Lo said. “My daughter knows the concept of working twice as hard to be seen as equal holds true for her. My son is learning to be a champion and a voice for those less fortunate,” Lo said. “I am living the dream.” — Reach Lauren Keene at lkeene@davisenter prise.net. Follow her on Twitter at @laurenkeene.
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Renee Xiang: Witness to opportunity By Edward Booth Enterprise staff writer Renee Xiang, a recent graduate of Davis Senior High School who’s lived in Davis since she was 1 year old, will be off to Chicago in the fall to study film at DePaul University. Xiang also worked as a print editor for The HUB, the DHS student newspaper, last year, over a period of time in which students were learning from a distance and were relatively disconnected from their classmates because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Xiang said in an email that she feels like she grew up between two different spheres of influence, in a way — though she’s lived in Davis pretty much all her life, she’s also spent quite a few summers visiting her grandparents in Wuxi, China, a city of several million people. Xiang added that though she’s excited for change and to explore Chicago, Davis has been an amazing place to grow up in. “Compared to Wuxi, I would say that Davis is definitely a much more quiet and sheltered community, which of course has its pros and its cons,” Xiang said in an email. “It’s hard to know a big city with the kind of familiarity with which you can know a town like Davis, and that has both made me feel more connected to it and — as I’ve gotten older — has made me a bit desperate for some change in scenery.” Xiang said that, as the daughter of firstgeneration Chinese immigrants, she’s never had to interact directly with the American Dream in the
“It’s hard to know a big city with the kind of familiarity with which you can know a town like Davis, and that has both made me feel more connected to it and — as I’ve gotten older — has made me a bit desperate for some change in scenery.” Renee Xiang
FRIDAY, JULY 2, 2021 way her parents have. She said she feels like her whole childhood consisted of her witnessing her parents carry out their version of the American Dream firsthand, and, despite the prejudices and flaws that exist within the American socioeconomic system, their story will always be immensely inspirational to her. Xiang added that though she and her family don’t typically do anything special to celebrate the Fourth of July, she believes that the holiday should be a time for both celebration and reflection. Xiang hopes to eventually work in the film industry. She’s inspired by films such as “Parasite” and the “Florida Project,” which she said are not only completely original screenplays with sizable budgets — “which is seemingly becoming increasingly rare in the film industry (and especially in Hollywood), she said — but are also pioneers for diverse representation on and off the screen. Xiang, in an interview for a previous story, said her work in journalism, and especially the mission to “give voice to the voiceless,” resonates with her personally when it comes to filmmaking.
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Renee Xiang, right, connects with HUB classmates Allyson Kang, left, and Priscilla Lee.
“Even though the Oscars were a bit of a disappointment this year, seeing filmmakers like Lee Isaac Chung and Chloé Zhao being nominated for and winning major awards is a huge step forward in a largely white male-dominated industry,” Xiang said.
Renee Xiang takes a selfie from the top of Willis Tower in Chicago. She will be off to Chicago in the fall to study film at DePaul University. Courtesy photo
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