Winters Express Wednesday, June 14, 2023

City Council approves contractor for city manager search

By Jacob Hoffman Express staff writer

City Manager Kathleen Salguero Trepa

recently announced that she will be retiring from her position this fall, and the city has begun the process of finding a successor. The Winters City Council approved a recruiting firm at its June 6 meeting.

Bob Murray & Associates was unanimously approved to undertake the duty of seeking out qualified candidates to bring before the council later this year. Mayor Bill Biasi and Mayor Pro Tempore Albert Vallecillo will serve on an ad hoc committee for the city manager search efforts.

Describing the search for a recruiting firm, Trepa said that she spoke with four recruiters and asked three to submit proposals. They were Bob Murray, Peckham & McKinney, and Bob Hall & Associates. Biasi and Vallecillo interviewed all three firms and recommended that the con-

tract be awarded to Bob Murray. The cost will be a lump sum of $24,000 “with up to $6,000 in reimbursable expenses, not to exceed $30,000,” Trepa explained.

Trepa said Murray will provide a “turnkey recruiting service, which means that the recruiter will undertake all candidate sourcing and advertising support, they’ll create the job brochure, they’ll post it in all the standard places, and they’ll do direct outreach to candidates, which is the value of going with that recruiting firm.”

The city will work with Murray by “posting a community survey” as well as “reach(ing) out to the individual who did the video when I was going through the recruitment process,” which Trepa said she remembers as being effective.

Once the recruiter’s screening is complete, they will make a recommendation to the ad hoc committee

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Councilman to attend prehearing conference in July

By Crystal Apilado Editor-in-Chief

A prehearing conference for Winters City Councilman

Richard Casavecchia was scheduled for Wednesday, July 19, at 9 a.m.

Casavecchia, who pleaded not guilty to felony gun charges, appeared in court on Wednesday, June 7 re-

Farmers market open for season

By Crystal Apilado Editor-in-Chief

The revival of the Winters Farmers Market officially launched on Sunday as residents and visitors flocked to downtown Main Street to check out the local wares.

community to participate and attend.

The first farmers market event on Sunday, June 11 featured 16 vendors according to Chris Turkovich, Downtown Business Association President and owner of Turkovich Family Wines.

motely by Zoom, with his attorney Michael Wise requesting the prehearing conference date with Yolo County Judge Tom Dyer.

Wise did not return a request for comment.

Censure discussion

City manager Kathleen Salguero Trepa informed the Express that the censure discussion that three council members requested for Tuesday, June 6 had been pulled by two council members, with the concurrence of the third.

The Winters Downtown Business Association initially contacted Ahmad (Simba) Baratti of Simba’s Heirloom Farm to coordinate the event. Baratti has experience and knowledge in organizing farmers markets, and Winters DBA will work to market and rally the

“We had a bigger turnout than anticipated. We’d like to add more vendors, especially greens and produce,” Turkovich. ”It was a successful day for the first week.”

The number of available booths is expected to grow

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Council increases development fees

By Jacob Hoffman Express staff writer

During its June 6 meeting, the Winters City Council discussed increasing certain fees related to the development and the citywide maintenance

assessment district.

Winters City Manager Kathleen Salguero

Trepa began by explaining what was being discussed. First, the meeting covered the “annual process that we go through to adjust our fees so that they can stay in pace with escalating costs” and though “we did this at a previous council meeting for our regular city fees, the development impact fees are a little bit different — we review cost escalation based on a different metric.”

“We increase these fees each year based on the increase in the construction index,” Trepa explained. “So that as we collect money our construction costs go up, the fee that we’re receiving goes up as well so that

we have sufficient funds, hopefully, in order to construct those improvements.”

Regarding the change, Trepa said that “the public hearing is to evaluate increasing our current fee structure by 5.3 percent, which is the increase that was in the construction cost index from December to December” and would “increase fees across the board by 5.3 percent.”

Mayor Bill Biasi noted that based on the provided table, “we’re looking at an increase of about $1,276… compared to what we charged last year.”

“As much as I don’t like to increase fees, it’s a necessary evil for keeping up with the cost to build all these things that we have on our wish list

of wanting to put in,” Biasi said.

Council members voted unanimously to approve the 5.3 percent increase in development fees.

The discussion moved to the Winters Citywide Maintenance Assessment District, another part of the annual assessments.

As Trepa explained, “The city of Winters established a citywide maintenance assessment district back in 199(7)…it was a forum to be able to help fund landscape maintenance, the right of ways, park maintenance, and street lighting expenses.”

“Unfortunately, the fee then and continues today to not keep pace with the cost of

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Winters Farmers Market organizers want to include more regional vendors with fresh produce and greens.

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About 16 vendors were present at the first Winters Farmers Market along downtown Main Street on June 11.

Juniors win Tournament of Champions

By Sydney Andrade Express staff writer

On Sunday, June 4, the Winters Little League Junior team won the Tournament of Champions against Vacaville by a score of 15–5.

The Juniors have gone undefeated all season long, dominating every team they have been put up against. The win didn’t come as a surprise to anyone. The boys were on fire behind the plate and gave up very little defensively.

Aidan Baylor started off on the mound for Winters and pitched the majority of the game with seven strikeouts, six bases on balls, two hits and three runs scored until he was relieved late in the game by Carson Alvarado who closed out the game with two strikeouts, two bases on balls, three hits and two runs scored. While Baylor and Alvarado performed very well on the mound they were

backed by a great defensive team. Christian Leon, who normally starts at first base, stepped up and played shortstop and catcher due to an injury another player sustained.

“He did great in both

positions that were totally out of his realm,” said Coach Rudy Baylor. Winters had 11 hits in the game. Baylor, Alvarado and Leon each made multiple hits, with Baylor leading the team with three hits

in four at-bats. Alvarado showed his speed and game experience with three stolen bases. Winters got on the board quickly in the first inning when AJ Zaragoza doubled driving in a run for his team.

Alvarado, Zaragoza, Baylor, Hawkins, Leon, Cole Coker and Anthony Garcia all hit RBIs for their team. Garcia hit a double to score two runs at a very timely part of the game giving his team the motivation they needed to finish the game strong in the sixth inning.

Parents have been commenting on the way these boys have just played lights out all season long. It’s very clear how proud this team has made not only their parents but their community and coaches.

“I’m proud of how well they worked together and kept the whole team mentally focused on the finish line. As a coach, you can teach skills and talk to them about staying focused, but being a good teammate and helping others through game situations is something they do on their own. Gotta love that type of bond,” said Coach Baylor.

Why the water matters to novice kayakers

Metro Special to the Express

Kayaking is a fun way to spend an afternoon, particularly in summertime. If smiles on the faces of kayakers aren’t enough to convince you just how fun this sport can be, perhaps statistics can convince you how enjoyable it is to paddle away in a kayak.

According to the Physical Activity

Council, which each year conducts the largest single-source research study of sports, recreation and leisure activity participation in the United States, recreational kayaking is the most popular paddlesport in the United States, attracting more than 11 million participants each year.

People who have never before been

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in a kayak may be intrigued by those statistics and tempted to follow the example set by millions of kayakers who take to the water every day when the weather permits. Safety should be a top priority for all kayakers, and especially for novices. A kayaking course can be a great way for novices to familiarize themselves with the basics of kayaking, including the best practices in regard to staying safe on the water. Local watersports retailers and recreational organizations that take watersports enthusiasts out on the water may offer safety courses, and these courses can be great resources while also helping people get their feet wet before paddling away.

When kayaking for the firs time, it’s important that novices choose the right type of water for their experience level.

Rough, choppy waters can prove challenging to even the most skilled kayakers, and these same waters can be deadly for novices. The following are some characteristics novice kayakers should look for in a body of water before pushing themselves and their kayakers into the current.

Size

Novices should avoid vast bodies of water, such as oceans,

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When: Thursday, June 9, 2023

Where: Winters Community Center 201 Railroad Avenue

Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

is a popular activity that even novices can enjoy, especially when they take certain measures to ensure their safety.

rivers or large lakes, until they gain more experience. Large ponds and small lakes can be great places to gain some experience and familiarize oneself with the nuances of paddling.

Demeanor

Demeanor might not be a trait one normally associates with water, but looking at a body of water in this way can be a great way to determine if it’s the right place for a novice. If a body of water is raging, with choppy waters and rapid waves, then steer

clear. If the water is calm, then it’s likely a safe spot for novices.

• Traffic: Novices may be intimidated by crowds, but other kayakers can serve as something of a safety net for novices. Kayaking is a fun group activity, and novice paddlers should never go it alone.

Variety

Novices should steer clear of waters that allow power boats. Such vessels can alter paddling conditions quickly, and that can put novices in potentially precarious po-

sitions. Stick to waters that allow only canoes or other boats that won’t affect water conditions.

Access

Until they get more comfortable in their kayaks, novice kayakers should stay close to shorelines so they have quick and simple access to land should they struggle to get acclimate to the water and being in a kayak.

Kayaking is a popular activity that even novices can enjoy, especially when they take certain measures to ensure their safety.

Lake Berryessa water levels down

The water level of Lake Berryessa went down during the past week by 0.39 feet, with a decrease in the storage of 6,986 acre-feet of water, according to Ken Emigh of the Solano Irrigation District. On the morning of Tuesday, June 13 the lake

level was 429.68 feet above sea level, with storage computed at 1,362,020 acre-feet of water. Evaporation on the lake averaged 196 acre-feet of water per day. The SID is diverting 399 cubic feet per second of water in the Putah South Canal, with 44 cubic feet per second flowing at the Diversion Dam.

Carson Alvarado

Carson Alvarado, an upcoming Winters High School freshman, is Pisani’s Athlete of the Week. Alvarado started as a catcher and shortstop for the Juniors Winters Little League team. Alvarado also stepped in to pitch throughout the season. “He’s a great utility player and a huge asset at the plate,” said head coach Rudy Baylor. Alvarado had a base percentage of .708 for the season and scored 28 total runs for his team.

Kayaking

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The undefeated Juniors Winters Little League Junior team won the Tournament of Champions on June 4.

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Eventos hispanos

Resúmen de noticias locales

Redacción del Winters Express

Traducido por Carol Alfonso

Evento de voluntariado

La Feria de Voluntarios de Winters se llevará a cabo el Sábad≠≠–o 17 de Junio de 10 a.m. al mediodía en Three Oaks Park (entre las calles Chapman y Taylor Street). Más de 20 organizaciones sin fines de lucro de Winters y el Condado Yolo estarán presentes en la feria de voluntarios. No hay cuota para asistir. Los residentes nuevos y establecidos pueden obtener más información sobre estas organizaciones, sus misiones para servir a la comunidad y cómo pueden participar en cualquier nivel de voluntariado.

Cambio de reunión del distrito escolar

Para el mes de Junio, las reuniones de la Junta Directiva del Distrito Escolar

Unificado de Winters (Winters Joint Unified School District - Winters JUSD) se cambiarán al segundo y cuarto Jueves del mes. La ceremonia de graduación de Junio del Winters High

School provocó el cambio. La próxima reunión de la junta escolar está programada para el Jueves 22 de Junio a las 6 p.m. en la sala de juntas del Winters JUSD.

Celebración del día del Envejeciente

El Consejo del Día de los Envejecientes de Winters está organizando la celebración del Día de los Envejecientes 2023 el Sábado 24 de Junio, de 2 p.m. a 4 p.m. en St. Anthony’s Parrish Hall ubicado en el 511 de Main St. Ocho envejecientes locales serán honrados este año. Ven a escuchar la historia local que se comparte sobre sus vidas y experiencias. Toda la comunidad está invitada a asistir.

Encuesta del Parque Paseo Park

En su actualización del pasado Viernes, la administradora de la ciudad, Kathleen Salguero Trepa, anunció que la ciudad de Winters recibió otra subvención de diseño comunitario de SACOG de $100,000 para el parque Paseo Park. Setenta y cuatro miembros de la comunidad respondieron a la encuesta y los resul-

tados indicaron que las comodidades de mayor interés fueron: asientos, cobertores de sombra o tela para velas, un espacio cubierto para pícnic o espectáculos, el piano, jardineras, una fuente de agua, la Pequeña Biblioteca Gratis, murales en las paredes, un portabicicletas, espacio para exhibir arte y una cancha de bochas (petancas).

Fuegos artificiales

ilegales

Trepa disuadió a los residentes de lanzar fuegos artificiales ilegales este año. Un código municipal, aprobado por el Ayuntamiento Municipal el año pasado, otorga a los funcionarios encargados de hacer cumplir la ley la capacidad de emitir citaciones administrativas a los residentes por el uso de fuegos artificiales ilegales en su propiedad. Según la ordenanza, los propietarios que sean citados por tener fuegos artificiales ilegales en su propiedad podrían recibir una multa de $1,000, incluso si no son ellos quienes los activan. El año pasado, el jefe de policía John P. Miller le dijo al

Bienvenidos al Verano

Nunca es demasiado temprano para un helado. La Fundación de Mayores de Edad de Winters los invita a celebrar el comienzo del verano con el regreso de una Convivencia de Helado, completo con ingredientes tradicionales, galletas, música en vivo y desafíos de trivia.

Evento gratuito.

Por favor únase a nosotros.

Cuando: Jueves, 29 de Junio 2023

Donde: Winters Community Center 201 Railroad Avenue

Hora: 2p.m. - 4p.m.

Winters Express que los dueños de propiedades pueden obtener una “salida” de la multa de $1,000 si ellos mismos llaman para informar el uso de fuegos artificiales ilegales en su propiedad o intentan tomar medidas para detenerlo.

Los residentes pueden denunciar los fuegos artificiales ilegales al centro de despacho del Departamento de Policía de Winters llamando al

530-795-4561 o enviando una foto o video de prueba a winters@ winterspolice.org.

Para hacer cumplir este código municipal, los residentes deberán proporcionar su información de contacto al Departamento de Policía de Winters, pero no se requiere ninguna otra acción.

El Departamento de Policía de Winters confiará en que los residentes se presenten para brindar infor-

mación precisa y con tantos detalles como sea posible cuando estén informando.

Miller dijo que es muy importante proporcionar una identificación precisa de los delincuentes. Sugirió que los vecinos deberían acercarse a los vecinos con respeto mutuo y entablar una conversación cordial para desalentar el lanzamiento de fuegos artificiales ilegales.

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Public Safety Report

City of Winters

Fire

May 24: Medical

Aid, 400 Block of Main Street

~Medical Aid, 100

Block of E. Baker Street

~Medical Aid, E. Grant Avenue/E.

Main Street

~Medical Aid, 100

Block of E. Baker Street

~Medical Aid, 1200 Block of Rojo Street

May 27: Mutual Aid, Grass Fire

Pleasants Valley Road/Putah Creek Road

~Medical Aid, 400

Block of Morgan Street

~Medical Aid, E. Main Street/Elliot Street

~Medical Aid, 100

Block of Owings Drive

~Grass Fire, 800

Block of Jackson Street

May 29: Fire Alarm, Betty Court/ Railroad Avenue

~Medical Aid, 200

Block of Almond Drive

~Vehicle Accident, 24000 Block of Highway 128

~Smoke Investigation, 22000 Block of Highway 128

May 30: Medical

Aid, 100 Block of Third Street

~Medical Aid, 22000 Block of Highway 128

~Medical Aid, 800

Block of W. Grant Avenue

Police Arrest Log

June 5: Speaks,

145 Years Ago

June 15, 1878

There are always teachers retiring and being hired in the Winters Joint Unified School District. These were the new teachers hired to start in the fall of 1982. Back row (from left) David Haarvey, sixth grade; Sandra Montgomery, high school librarian and career education; Christie Wyman, home ec student teacher; Kelly Weas, ag student teacher; Arn Williams, Wolfskill High School teacher; and Mary Lee Varone, Wolfskill High School teacher. In the front row, Starla Wierman, 7th grade language arts; Sandy Vickrey, junior high practical arts; and Geraldine Lund, high school English and drama.

Decarann (Age 33),

Charges: Winters PD Warrant, Disposition: unk. (report log entry blank)

~Betancourt Contreras, Rosa Nelida (Age 29);

Charges: Vandalism, Receive Stolen Property, Burglary; Disposition:

Transported to Yolo County Jail

Report Log

May 31: 5:49 a.m., 40th block of Myrtle Drive, Outside Agency Assist

June 1: 11:25 a.m., 100th block of E. Baker Street, Vandalism

~6:27 p.m., 400th block of Main Street, Miscellaneous Incident Report

June 2: 12:02 p.m., Colby Lane/Walnut Lane, Vehicle Tow

June 3: 9:15 a.m., 10th block of Baker Street, Outside Agency Assist ~7:48 p.m., 40th block of Main Street, Missing Person Located

June 5: 12:30 p.m., 800th block of Jackson Street, Miscellaneous Incident Report

~2:01 p.m., 1000th block of Eisenhower Way, Vehicle Tow

June 6: 12 p.m., 400th block of Morgan Street, Theft

~3:02 p.m., 200th block of Creekside Way, Found Property

For our editorial policy on crime log entries, see winters express.com/unpub lishing-policy.

(From the files of The Winters Advocate)

The Board of Supervisors have made an appropriation for the erection of a calabose in Winters; also one in Madison.

Theodore Winters has been offered the high price of $10,000 by Budd Doble, for the mare Mollie McCarty. The offer was sent by telegraph from Louisville, Kentucky, and Mr. Winters promptly answered that he had no desire to part with the little mare. Some time ago, Mr. Winters did offer to sell the mare to Governor Stanford for $8,000 but the purchase was not made.

The addition of a veranda is being made to the C.P. parsonage on Russell Street. W.B. Ball is doing the work.

Poll tax collector Pendegast was around town this week.

Mr. J.C. Wolfskill, of Suisun Valley, Democratic nominee for joint delegate from Solano and Yolo counties in the Constitutional Convention, visited our sanctum on Monday last. Mr. W. is a son of Matthew Wolfskill, formerly one of the pioneer settlers near Winters and

Years Ago

Dispatches from the Express archives.

nephew of John and S.C. Wolfskill.

Mr. Isam Roberts, an old and well known resident of Winters, died Thursday night at the home of his sonin-law, S.E. Hook, on Abby street. He was a native of Kentucky, aged 76 years, and leaves a wife, sister of the Wolfskill brothers, and two sons and three daughters. His remains were interred in the Wolfskill family cemetery, on the Solano side of Putah Creek.

130 Years Ago

June 17, 1893

Louis Charmak of Woodland has rented the vacant room in the Cradwick’s building, next door to Mrs. Clark’s hotel, and will put in a stock of dry goods, clothing, boots, shoes, etc. He will open for business on July 1. C.C. Councilman will sell some fine yearlings and good

brood mares at auction next Saturday morning, at Judy Bros. Stable, beginning at 10 o’clock. Be on hand, if you want good stock cheap.

The Earl Fruit Company is using a new patent refrigerator and ventilator car, combined, this season. It is a large one and will hold 1,200 crates of fruit. The ice is put in the end instead of the top as in the other cars.

The Express had a very pleasant call last Saturday afternoon from J.E.Z. Fowle, editor of the Esparto Press. He is a pleasant gentleman, and is full of hope for his enterprise. We wish him success.

95 Years Ago

June 15, 1978

Leo Haze who received his high school diploma Friday night will leave tonight for Pittsburgh where he

Obituary

Philip James Snow

Philip James Snow passed away on May 31, 2023, at his home in the loving care of his four children. He was 92.

Phil moved from Calistoga to Winters as a sophomore in high school and there he met and married the love of his life, Isabel Martinez. He served in the Navy for two years as a builder and continued with that trade throughout his life. Phil is survived by his four children Debra, Phil, Tim and David;

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nine grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and one greatgreat-grandchild.

His three main passions were his family, his faith and sports. Being a tremendous athlete himself, he had an opportunity to pitch for the Red Sox. But as fate would have it, the call-back date fell on the very day of his wedding and a hard choice was made.

However, in his fiery passion for sports were forged many athletes from his chil-

You don’t have to travel far for extraordinary service. All the attributes you expect of a good neighbor – personal consideration, understanding, and consistent support – you can expect from us.

dren, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, ranging from talented high school and college athletes to scratch golfers, an NFL coach, a college tennis player, a Division I football player and — coming full circle — a Red Sox second baseman. At 91 he hit a 200-yard drive straight down the fairway at Davis Municipal Golf Course. His deep and personal faith was his anchor and the anchor for his family. His well-used Bible was always by his side. His prayers at family gatherings always included an invitation for each one to know Jesus Christ as Savior. His faith was also evidenced by his contribution to the building of the Pioneer Presbyterian Church in Winters and Winters Community Gazebo.

has a position to play in the National Baseball League on the Pittsburgh Pirates’ team.

Harry Rice and Wilfred Bigelow are named among the seven Yolo county boys who have been chosen to act as counselors at the Pioneer and Friendly Indian camp.

80 Years Ago

June 18, 1943

Lloyd Adams is acting as representative of the Winters observation post in attendance at a Post Instruction School in Sacramento Monday through Saturday of this week

The new local farm labor setup began functioning Wednesday in the Main Street Humphrey building, with C.P. Culton as manager. R.C. “Rich” Cassel was appointed yesterday by Governor Earl Warren as Yolo County’s new supervisor in the Winters Davis district.

Cornelius Eugene Paul was among the number inducted into Army service last Thursday at Sacramento induction center.

Bill Duncan, air cadet at Hemet, has written that he made a solo flight after 8 hours and 35 minutes training.

His wit and humor were extraordinary. He kept nurses, doctors, housekeepers and family all in stitches. He’s especially known for his quips, so unique, we could call them “Philisms.” Among them are “bonkers for Bennie,” “shukies cheesus,” “attaboy Philly,” “unhitch the caboose” and “he’s from Central City.” Join us, the family in saying “Attaboy Philly, job well done. You will be missed.” Graveside service will begin at 10 a.m. on June 23 at Winters Cemetery. A memorial service will follow at Pioneer Presbyterian Church at 11 a.m., with lunch following. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Yolo Hospice to whom we are deeply grateful.

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with a list of 12 to 15 candidates, and then coordinate the interview process with the committee.

“In the past, that process included one day an interview with the full city council and community panel,” Trepa explained, “and then finalists came back through a second day of interviews, that included interviews with the lead management team, key staff, and then a final interview with the city council.”

Before the council members make their decision,

to 19 vendors for the June 18 Winters Farmers Market event. Turkovich and Baratti are looking to include more vendors with local produce and greens. Only two booths offered those options on Sunday, and according to Turkovich, they sold out.

“All of us are small farmers and family businesses who put our all into what we grow and make — your support keeps us going,” Baratti said.

“From all of us, thank you for the opportunity to not only feed you but build and be a part of building our community roots. We can’t wait to see you all every week.”

Agricultural-related vendors who would like to apply to have a booth at the Winters Farmers Market should send an email to simba@simbasheirloomfarm.com and wintersdowntown@ gmail.com. Barratti is coordinating the vendors to bring a variety of options to the farmers market.

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wheel. The chips even had names: “Tater” and “Tot.”

“So we called it the tater-tot defense,” Reed said. “The jury was not persuaded.”

Keeping it light

For years, then-judges Tom Warriner and Kathy White were known as the Yolo court’s resident practical jokers. Reed eventually became the third.

Once, he took photos of himself and Warriner and placed them over the faces on pictures in White’s chambers. He also marked

they are able to hear the full feedback of city staff and the community, before ultimately deciding who will be offered the position. In the final steps, Trepa says Murray will “complete all the background and reference checking on that finalist, and will help with the negotiations for an employment agreement.”

Regarding a schedule for the recruitment process, Trepa expressed confidence in Murray and said that “they feel if we can stay on track, and the issue will not be them I can guarantee, it will be our ability to be able to maintain pace with the recruiter. It’s

ers Market is scheduled to run every Sunday now through Sept. 24 on downtown Main Street from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Winters DBA and Baratti are exploring the possibility to bring children’s crafts to the Paseo Park area on Main Street.

The live music will continue at the Sunday farmers market events, bringing the number of music events to three days a week for the summer. Turkovich encourages community members and businesses who would like to help support bringing music downtown to contact the Winters DBA at wintersdowntown@ gmail.com.

Council approval

At its June 6 meeting, Winters City Council unanimously approved an agreement with the Winters Downtown Business Association’s proposed coordinator Ahmad (Simba) Baratti of Simba’s Heirloom Farm, contingent upon the submission of the correct insurance paperwork.

Baratti and Winters DBA had previously been waiting on Yolo County to approve the

one April Fool’s Day by lowering the bench chairs in Judge Janet Gaard’s and Judge David Rosenberg’s courtrooms.

Rosenberg sent out emails demanding a confession, and court technicians exposed Reed’s role in the prank after examining security video.

“Judges sit all day, so the proper height and angle of our bench chairs is very important,” Rosenberg noted wryly. “Reed, indeed, messed with the height of my chair and by lowering it, the audience could only see my forehead.”

Another time, Reed snuck into Rosenberg’s chambers ear-

about a 16-week schedule, and they’re hoping they can have an appointment by the end of October.”

Giving some time for the prospective candidate to finish up his or her current employment, Trepa said, “My target departure date is on or around Nov. 1,” though noting that “if you have a candidate that is inbound within a couple (of) weeks, I’m happy to extend to help, but I’d like to avoid getting into the holiday season.”

Biasi expressed the ad hoc committee’s confidence in Murray, saying their interviews with the prospective recruiters left

application for the farmers market. With the county’s approval, the city council was up next to approve the operating agreement that would allow the Winters Farmers Marke to officially kick off its season on Sunday.

Baratti is responsible for coordinating vendors and ensuring that county health department requirements are met. The majority of the vendors are regional farmers and ranchers and the range of available products includes fresh produce, craft, homemade goods or locally produced products.

In order to work with city staff’s schedules and the street closure, Baratti will work with the Public Works team by installing temporary barricades at the Railroad Avenue and Mainstreet intersection, as well as the mid-Main Street crosswalk. Once the market has concluded and vendors have broken down their areas, the barricades will be removed and Main Street will open back up to traffic Sunday afternoon between 2–3 p.m.

ly one morning and slightly tilted the awards and plaques hung on his walls, as if an earthquake had struck.

“Since I get to court very early, often before 7, and Reed likes to sleep in, I figure I got the better of the prank,” Rosenberg quipped. “Dave has what can only be described as a laconic, ironic and bubonic sense of humor.”

Another of Reed’s habits included reading to his juries during lulls in trials, favoring the writings of longtime UCLA basketball coach John Wooden,

them “very impressed by Bob Murray and Associates” and Valerie Gaeta Phillips, the President of Bob Murray & Associates. Vallecillo noted the work Phillips and Murray, in general, have done in recruitments in cities of similar size across northern California, and that he believes they will be “a very good fit” for Winters. Biasi also clarified that costs between the firms were “almost identical” and wasn’t a factor in the decision.  “My impression is they would do a good job for the search that we need to have done,” Biasi concluded.

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pace with the cost of providing that maintenance” and since “there was also no escalator that was incorporated or included in the authorizing documentation” the original 1996 fee of $82 had “remained the same for all of those years,” Trepa said.

“One would think that with new homes coming online, that additional revenue would be sufficient,” Trepa noted, but that “it really isn’t, because we’re also adding enough new green infrastructure that the subsidy that is required from the General Fund to subsidize the assessment district maintenance continues to grow every year.”

Trepa continued that “based on the new homes that have come on and the number of parcels that exist in the city” the city expects to be “receiving approximately $241,000 in revenue from the assessment district. However, based on our preliminary budget, our ex-

who led his teams to 10 national championships in a 12-year period.

“For the most part, it was very positive. Even attorneys would ask (for readings),” Reed said. Only one juror ever objected, requesting baseball stories instead because “basketball just isn’t doing it for me.”

A skilled guitar player, Reed often performed for court functions, and on Friday afternoons in the courthouse lobby during the darkest days of the pandemic to lift employees’ spirits.

Council member Carol Scianna inquired who would be selecting community members for the community panel portion of the interview, with Scianna relaying feedback that Winters Joint Unified School District Superintendent Rody Boonchuoy and perhaps a neighboring city manager should be on the panel. Trepa and Biasi said it would likely be the ad hoc community who will make the decision. The council approved the agreement with Bob Murray & Associates, and the search for Winters’ next city manager has officially begun.

penditures are over $433,000, so there’s a subsidy that will be required as part of completing the budget.”

“If the fee from the assessment district had been increased each year by inflation, that $82 per parcel would be closer to $144, which would be pretty close to closing the gap based on our current maintenance levels,” Trepa said.

Closing this gap is something Trepa says should be a focus for the city. “One of the things I believe is a top priority for the city,” she said, “is being able to address what is not sufficient resources being allocated to support the maintenance program, and we’re seeing a slow deterioration of our infrastructure” specifically with certain parkways, buildings, and landscape areas, as well as noting that the current team has not changed since 2014 despite adding a number of new parks.

“We’re just struggling to keep pace, and unfortunately, we wish we could do more, but we really are struggling in

He hopes to strum a lot more in retirement, along with improving his golf game, learning Spanish, traveling the world and spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Reed also remains active in the Davis Odd Fellows, serving in a statewide leadership position next year for the second time. And he’ll occasionally return to

order to maintain pace,” Trepa said. Biasi noted that this topic had come up during the council’s goal-setting workshop and that though the fees won’t change for the current assessment period, it’s something the council wants to look into. Trepa explained that changing the fees would involve a Proposition 218 process, which would include more determinations by the city regarding what the fee increase should be as well as interfacing with and approval from property owners.

Resident Tina Lowden spoke, saying, “As a senior, I do not like to see any increases in my property tax, however, I think that this was addressed pre-pandemic six years ago, and I came up and said, ‘yeah I’ll pay another $18 a year so I can see some improvement in the city, and I just don’t understand why the escalator…is not included on a yearly basis, it just doesn’t make any sense to me…budget-wise, we just have to get it done.”

the Woodland courthouse, filling in for vacationing judges and continuing the many friendships he made there.

“I hope I’m remembered as someone who ran an efficient courtroom, who would listen to what people had to say and would make decisions based on the facts and the law,” Reed said. “I’m very proud to have been a part of our bench.”

Father’s Day gift ideas

Each year in the middle of June, families honor the special men who help make the familial engine run. Father’s Day is celebrated on the third Sunday in June in the United States and Canada, and families across both nations make the day all about dads.

Many families have their own unique Father’s Day traditions, but it’s not uncommon for those rituals to cross familial lines. For example, gift-giving is one popular Father’s Day tradition many families share. With that in mind, anyone looking for the right gift for Dad this Father’s Day can consider these ideas.

Grill

Father’s Day comes just as spring is winding down and summer is set to begin. That means Dad will soon

be firing up the grill several nights per week, if he hasn’t already. Since summer is grilling season and Father’s Day predates the start of summer by a couple of days, why not give Dad a new grill this season?

Many people have fallen in love with the art of smoked foods in recent years, and if Dad fits that bill then a smoker/grill hybrid can be just the gift to make him smile. If Dad prefers the convenience of grilling at a moment’s notice, then a new propane grill can fit the bill. Dads who love to tailgate outside their favorite football stadium may love a new portable grill to bring their pregame tailgates up a notch.

Beer subscription service

If Dad’s a devoted drinker of craft beers, then a subscription to a beer club that delivers suds right to his doorstep could make

this Father’s Day one he won’t soon forget. Clubs vary and many offer an array of membership options, but typically these groups hand-pick beers from an assortment of participating breweries, some local and some from distant, though likely domestic, locales. Gift givers can take note of Dad’s favorite beer style,

whether it’s the wildly popular IPA or beers brewed in the Belgian tradition or some other style. Such information can be provided to clubs who will then curate the subscription box to align with the styles Dad likes best.

Golf trip

If Dad is an avid

Many families have their own unique Father’s Day traditions, but it’s not uncommon for those rituals to cross familial lines — gift-giving is one popular Father’s Day tradition many families share.

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golfer, then he likely has his sights set on some special places to play 18 holes. Families can pool their resources and give Dad a trip to a course he wants to play. Courses across North America have hosted PGA Tour and PGA Tour Canada events, meaning Dad could

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Memorable ways to celebrate Dad

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Special to the Express Dads do a lot for their families, and Father’s Day is the perfect time to acknowledge those efforts. The days when dads would receive a colorful necktie for Father’s Day are largely (and, for fathers, thankfully) a relic of the past. Modern Father’s Day celebrations tend to involve more careful planning, and the following are some ways to make this year’s day for dads one to remember.

• Take Dad on a tour through his own history. The popularity of genealogy has skyrocketed over the last decade-plus, as various firms have made it easier than ever for individuals to trace

their family histories.

If Dad counts himself among the millions across the globe interested in their family histories, moms and kids can work together to create a virtual tour through that history. Present the history as a printed book or as a video, sharing interesting things you learned about Dad’s ancestors but also highlighting key moments in his life. This presentation can be accompanied by a subscription to a genealogy service and a tour of some of Dad’s childhood haunts before the family enjoys brunch or dinner in the neighborhood where Dad grew up.

• Take to the great outdoors. Father’s Day is celebrated in mid-June, making the

day a perfect time to enjoy the great outdoors (weather permitting). Plan a day around Dad’s favorite outdoor activity.

If Dad is an avid fisherman, book a family outing on a charter boat so Dad can focus on catching fish and not navigating. If Dad loves being in natural settings, camp out the night before Father’s Day so he can wake up to the sound of birds chirping in the crisp morning air. If Dad has a favorite baseball team, take him out to the ballgame so he can soak up some Father’s Day sun.

• Book a private chef. If Dad has a fascination with food, perhaps nothing can make Father’s Day

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Father’s Day gift ideas for all types

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Special to the Express

This Father’s Day, families will gather to thank dads for all they do. Gifts often are part of Father’s Day celebrations, and here’s a list of gift ideas for dads with various interests.

Gaming Dad

The draw of popular video games doesn’t abate for some men as they get older. If your dad is at home with game controller in hand, then gifts that feed his hobby can be ideal.

Virtual reality has made great strides. Devices that enable VR game play and other entertainment may appeal to Dad. There are a few options on the market, like the Oculus, Pico Neo, HTC Vive, and Valve Index.

Another option is to gift the Nintendo Switch Console, which enables your dad to play at home connected to the television or on the go with the handheld controller and screen combination so he never misses a chance to engage in game play.

Sports Dad

Tap into your father’s love of sports with gifts tailored to his passion. Baseball and soccer are played during warm months, so tickets to a game is something dads and their children can do together. You also can cheer his team on in front of a new bigscreen television he gets for being such a great dad.

Outdoorsman Dad

If your dad is most at home with a fishing pole and tackle

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end up playing the same holes his favorite professionals have played. Pebble Beach Golf LinksTM in California is undoubtedly on many a father’s golf course bucket list, but many more clubs outside of California and across both the U.S. and Canada offer stunning views and

box, kayaking a nearby body of water, or hiding in a tree stand during hunting season, then gifts that cater to his love of the great outdoors are perfect. Insulated thermoses, waterproof bags for storing phones or wallets, multitools, backpacks, and hiking boots make great gifts.

Techy Dad

Does the idea of the latest “smart” offering get your father all revved up? Then purchase gifts that cater to his love of gadgets. Maybe he can use a new tablet or laptop that bridges the gap between home and office. Could it be

challenging rounds that will be sure to please Dad this Father’s Day.

Man cave memorabilia

No man cave is complete without memorabilia.

If Dad’s a diehard sports fan, help him decorate his go-to spot to watch his favorite team with some authentic memorabilia. Whether it’s a

time to upgrade his smartphone? A doorbell camera or home security kit can help Dad keep an eye on the comings and goings around the house when he’s away. Or help him create surround lighting effects that can react to content on the screen or music being played with LED smart lighting strips.

Practical Dad

Some fathers don’t want flashy gifts, instead preferring ones that can be used every day. Think about a new paper shredder or identity block roller stamp to keep sensitive information safe. If Dad takes long road

framed game-worn jersey or a bat with Dad’s name engraved on it or a basketball signed by the roster of his favorite team, these items will look great on the wall of any father’s man cave.

The right Father’s Day gift for Dad can make this special day even more meaningful for the men who do so much for their families throughout the year.

Tap into your father’s love of sports with gifts tailored to his passion.

trips, then he might be able to use a car visor extender or a smartphone holder. Shelving, racks or storage straps for the garage also may put a smile on Dad’s face.

This year, make Father’s Day a smash hit with gifts that cater to Dad’s interests.

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more memorable than a delicious meal served by a private chef. Private chefs will do all the work, giving moms and kids more time to spend with Dad throughout the day, and then the whole family can enjoy a special meal made by someone whose specialty is crafting delicious dinners. Offerings vary, but many private chefs handle all the cooking and cleaning. Identify Dad’s favorite dish and then look for a chef who specializes in that type of cuisine.

• Appeal to Dad’s inner adventurer. Some Dads may just want to relax on Father’s Day, while others may prefer a more adventurous celebration. If Dad falls into the latter group, book a fun and adventurous activity the whole family can enjoy together. A kayaking trip, a skydiving session, a round of paintball, or even tickets to a rock concert on Father’s Day weekend can connect Dad with his inner adventurer. There’s no shortage of ways for families to make this Father’s Day one Dad won’t soon forget.

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Father’s Day is celebrated in mid-June, making the day a perfect time to enjoy the great outdoors.

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Reed retires from Yolo Superior Court bench

By Lauren Keene McNaughton Media

You could say a blizzard led to David Reed becoming a Yolo Superior Court judge.

Born and raised in the Chicago suburb of Homewood, Ill., Reed experienced his fair share of nasty weather. But the winter of 1977 triggered a life change.

That Christmas, Reed worked for a Champaign engineering company and was “trying to decide what I wanted to do next.”

He went home for a visit and, while driving back, got stranded in whiteout conditions.

Luckily, a trucker stopped to help and drove him to safety.

But a couple in another car, stalled not too far from Reed’s, perished in the storm.

“It made me start thinking, do I really want to live here?”

Reed said.

He and his future

wife, Sheryl Cambron, considered the more climate-friendly cities of Austin, Texas and Atlanta, “but we ended up in Davis,” Reed said, as both liked its reputation as a college town with

progressive values.

“We drove out here sight unseen.”

More than four decades later, Reed, 67, retired in April after running a successful private practice and serving 16-plus years

on the Yolo Superior Court bench, where he earned a reputation for his wide-ranging knowledge of the law, sense of humor and easygoing demeanor.

“One of Judge Reed’s most impressive qualities is his equanimity,” Presiding Judge Daniel Maguire said. “Things can and do go wrong in court, but Dave Reed never gets upset, impatient, angry or rattled. He remains a point of calm deliberation in a storm of conflict.” Said Reed: “It may be the best job I ever had. I always tried to do the right thing, and do it in the right way.”

Taking the bench

The youngest of four sons, Reed followed in his father’s and oldest brother’s footsteps by pursuing an engineering degree. By the time he graduated from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, however, “I was burned out.”

His second-oldest brother had his own general practice law firm, and Reed liked the idea of working for himself.

He earned his law degree in 1983 from the McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento

and hung out a shingle in downtown Woodland, not far from the historic Yolo County Courthouse.

“Over the years I did a little bit of everything,” including estate planning and personal injury cases, but mostly criminal defense, especially after joining the county’s conflict attorney panel for defendants who can’t be represented by the Public Defender’s Office.

Cambron, Reed’s wife, became an attorney as well, retiring five years ago as a Yolo County deputy county counsel.

After 23 years of handling cases ranging from misdemeanors to murders, “I started getting a little tired of the business side of the law,” Reed recalled.

At that point, the Yolo courts were looking to hire a referee and a commissioner — both positions that enjoy the same powers as a judge, but don’t require election or a governor’s appointment — and Reed applied for both.

He got the referee job in the fall of 2006, handling traffic, small claims and unlawful detainer matters. He later took on juvenile calendars and family-law court, the latter he considered among his favorite assignments.

“Family court gave me a chance to help families resolve their disputes through the court system,” Reed said. “For many, the court process was a huge unfamiliar and unknown universe. It was important to allow them to present their positions and in making decisions, explain how the law applies to their circumstances.”

Notable cases

Following the referee appointment, Reed threw his name in for judicial consideration but got passed over several times.

Still, he sent updates to the governor’s office every six months or so outlining his latest training and accomplishments.

When Judge W. Arvid Johnson retired from the court in 2009, then-Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger chose Reed to fill the vacancy.

In his 14 years as a judge, Reed spent 11 of them handling criminal matters, presiding over several felony trials that stood out over the years.

Most notable was the case of Daniel Marsh, the Davis teen who admitted to fatally stabbing local attorney Oliver “Chip” Northup and his wife, Claudia Maupin, in April 2013, saying he did so to satisfy years of homicidal urges. Law-enforcement officials called him a serial killer in the making.

“That was an extraordinary crime and case. The (FBI) interview of him was fascinating,” Reed said. “I found it to be a very interesting case sociologically.”

The trial of Susan Hoskins, a former nurse charged with fatally shooting her husband in their Woodland home, brought famed civil-rights attorney J. Tony Serra to Reed’s courtroom in Hoskins’ defense.

“He was very thorough,” Reed said of Serra, who got Hoskins acquitted of murder after raising claims of abuse, which the victim’s family vehemently denied. “His style was so unique — we don’t see that here very much.”

The so-called “tater tot” case provided some lighter fare.

In that matter, a drunken-driving defendant testified in his own defense, saying NASA implanted a pair of computer chips in his head that assured him it was OK to drink and smoke cigarettes while at the

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Yolo Superior Court Judge David Reed presides over the Daniel Marsh murder case.

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Wednesday, June 14

Winters Senior Commission on Aging Special Meeting, 5:30 p.m., City Hall Large Conference Room (Abbey Street entrance), check cityofwinters.org/ winters-senior-commission-on-aging

Wednesdays

Eat Well Yolo Drive – Through Food Distribution, Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m. As supplies last, Winters High student parking lot, off Railroad Avenue

Thursdays

Eat Well Yolo Food Distribution, first and third Thursdays, 10 a.m. As supplies last, RISE, Inc., 417 Haven St., 530-668-0690

Saturday, June 17 Winters Volunteer Fair, 10 a.m.–12 p.m., Three Oaks Park (Chapman and Taylor Streets)

Tuesday, June 20

Winters City Council Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Council chamber (318 First St.), Zoom Meeting info, check www.cityofwinters.org/ city-council-meetings_/

Upcoming

Wednesday, June 21

Winters JUSD/Winters City 2x2 Meeting, 5 p.m., City Hall Large Conference Room (Abbey Street entrance), check www.cityofwinters.org/2x2/

Thursday, June 22

Winters JUSD School Board Meeting, 6 p.m., School District Office, Zoom Meeting info, check https://bit.ly/

WintersJUSDBoardAgendaCommunitySite

Saturday, June 24

Winters Elder Day Celebration, 2–4 p.m., St. Anthony’s Parrish Hall (511 Main St.)

Monday, June 26

Winters Climate Action Commission Special Meeting, 6:30 p.m., City Hall Large Conference Room (Abbey Street entrance), Check cityofwinters.org/climate-action-commission

Tuesday, June 27

Winters Planning Commission Meeting, 6:30 p.m.,City Hall Large Conference Room (Abbey Street entrance), Zoom Meeting info, check www.cityofwinters.org/ planning-commission/

Library Services

Winters Library Open to Public (No School in Session), Winters Community Library, Mon/Wed: 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Tue/Thu: 12–8 p.m., Fri/Sat: 1–5 p.m.

Teen Tuesday (ages 12-18), Second Tuesdays, 2 p.m., Winters Community Library

Bilingual Storytime (ages 0-5), Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., Winters Community Library

Virtual English Conversation Group, Tuesdays, 2-3 p.m., One time registration required: Contact Nancy Pacheco 530-666-8019 or nancy.pacheco@ yolocounty.org

Mangonada Monday (ages 6-12), fourth Monday, 3:30 p.m. Tech Thursdays, Second Thursday, 2-7:30 p.m., call 530-666-8005 to schedule an appointment Saturday Matinee, First Saturday, 2 p.m., Winters Community Library

All You Need is Love Romance Book Club, Second Saturday, 4 p.m., Hooby’s Brewing

Older Adult Programs

Winters Senior Foundation Chair Yoga Class for Seniors, Wednesdays, 9:30-11 a.m., St. Anthony Parish Hall (511 W. Main St.)

Winters Senior Foundation Social Gathering, Thurdays, 1-3:30 p.m., St. Anthony Parish Hall (511 W. Main St.)

Ongoing

Winters Farmers Market, Sundays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Main Street – downtown Winters, discoverwinters. com/farmers-market

Winters Wide World of Sports exhibit, Thursday thru Sunday, 1-5 p.m., Winters Museum, 13 Russell St.

Winters Friends of the Library meeting, first Monday, 7 p.m., Winters Community Library, Margaret Parsons Room, wfol.org

Rotary Club of Winters meeting, Thursdays, Noon, The Buckhorn Winters Museum public hours, Thursday thru Sunday, 1-5 p.m., 13 Russell St.

Winters Open Mic, third Saturday of the month, 6 p.m. (sign-ups begin at 5 p.m.), Downtown Main Street. Kiwanis Club of Winters meeting, fourth Thursdays, 6 p.m., Hooby's Brewing

Democracy Winters meeting, third Saturdays, 10 a.m.Noon, Meeting details in newsletter, contact info@ democracywinters.org

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings:

» St. Anthony Parish Hall, 511 Main St. (back entrance) Tuesdays, 7-8 a.m. and Fridays, 7-8 a.m. » Yolo Housing office building, 62 Shams Way: Thursdays, 7-8 p.m. and Sundays, 9 a.m.

AFS student, host family share benefits of program

By Aaron Geerts Express staff writer

Thanks mostly to Bobbie Greenwood’s legacy, Winters High School has a longstanding and proud tradition of welcoming foreign exchange students through the American Field Service (AFS) Programs. The tradition continued this year as host Karen Rodriguez added Andréa Cojean to her family fold.

Hailing from across the pond in France, Cojean landed in Winters on the first day of school last August. Although nervous and ailing from a bad case of homesickness, her host family — along with her fellow Winters Warriors — helped her feel welcome and that she belonged.

“I was excited, but

also homesick, too. I didn’t know anybody here and I missed my family and asked myself, ‘what are you doing here? You’re supposed to be in France with your people.’ But, I was patient

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with myself and don’t regret my experience at all,” Cojean explained. “It took maybe two weeks before I started getting used to everything. I’m not sure if people here are used to foreign exchange students, but everybody here is really open-minded and will come and talk to you even if they don’t know you and make you feel like you’re a part of it all.”

For Karen Rodriguez, it was her first year hosting an AFS student. Her grandfather and father each were hosts in their time, and this was her opportunity to carry on the tradition. Although she wasn’t a foreign exchange student, she and her family were able to grow and learn from the experience just as much as Cojean.

“My dad had an exchanged sibling, I had an exchange sibling and I wanted my kids to have that experience, too. So, my

daughter, who just graduated, has gotten to know international students throughout high school, and now she’s had the pleasure of having Andréa as her sister this year. Andréa has just been a perfect match for our family this year,” said Rodriguez. “It was really rewarding but also provides (an) opportunity for growth just seeing the world through someone else’s eyes. Learning about yourself through this process is also very eye-opening. I think it’s also cool to give a child an opportunity to come and learn English. Just by changing your proficiency changes what life can afford you. At least that’s what I saw with my exchange brother who lived with my family years ago. We believe the same for Andréa when she goes back to France, there will be so many doors

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French exchange student Andréa Cojean (left) was welcomed by the Rodriguez family, (from left) Sebastian, Lilianna, Bobby and Karen. Courtesy photo

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Kristie Oates and Kathy Lester took a copy of the Express on their visit to Washington, D.C. They’re standing in front of the Jamie L. Whitten Building, which houses the administrative offices of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The building is lit up with rainbow lights in celebration of Pride Month.

Considerations in negotiating lease agreements

Special to the Express

While it may feel like lease agreements are set in stone, there may be some negotiable items. Your lease is a legally binding contract between you and your landlord. Once you sign it, you must abide by its terms for the length of the lease. If you don’t, there are usually financial penalties. Before you sign, you may need to negotiate changes you feel are necessary to protect your interests as a tenant.

Read the lease carefully

This may seem obvious, but read the entire lease before you sign it. If there are any terms or conditions you don’t understand, ask either the landlord, property manager or get legal advice. Reach out to family or friends who have a history with renting and ask them how those conditions play out. Don’t be afraid to ask questions if there are any clauses or terms you find concerning.

Pay close attention

to such things as the rent, security deposit, length of lease and any restrictions or rules related to the property.

Items to negotiate

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negotiation. A lot may depend on whether you are negotiating with a large property owner or someone who owns a few units. Some things which you may have more success negotiating include a longer or shorter lease term, the inclusion of utilities, parking or laundry access. You might be able to negotiate the right to paint the apartment or make minor changes.

If you are faced with a rent increase,

Nationwide recommends starting at least a month before your previous lease is up and highlighting your strengths as a tenant. You may be able to offer to sign a longer lease of 18to 24-months in exchange for keeping the rent the same. This can save them the cost of finding and moving in a new tenant.

If you are faced with a rent increase that you cannot negotiate away, you may be able to ask for improve-

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ments such as getting your apartment repainted.

New renters may be able to get rent concessions such as move-in specials. Show you are financially stable by offering to pay a few months in advance or sign a longer lease in exchange for lower rent. Another negotiation tactic is to offer to end your lease in the summer when it is easier for them to find new tenants.

Conducting negotiations

First, it is important to be polite at all times during the negotiation. You want to have a good

relationship with your landlord and making threats or being rude is not a good foundation to lay. Being respectful can make it more likely you’ll have a good outcome to your negotiations. Set up a mutual time that gives you enough time to negotiate and to get changes made to the lease.

During negotiations, take detailed notes on what both parties agree to. This can help avoid any confusion or miscommunication. Get any promises or agreements in writing to avoid any misunderstandings or disputes later on.

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Just Another Perspective: Caregiver Carter

By Helen Hemingway Special to the Express

“There are only four kinds of people in the world: those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers, and those who will need caregivers.”

—Rosalynn Carter

As I traveled from my mother’s home in Winters to my “temporary” home afar, I made a stop at the store, one of the many errands I needed to attend to once I arrived west of Yolo County. Waiting in line I heard my new cell phone chime with a text, and reached into my bag to find out who had texted me.

Now, this may sound like a boring and an everyday occurrence to the majority of you, but at 61 years of age, I have just been forced into this “New World” with my first cell phone. I know, I know, it’s ok to laugh. Most of my friends and family have been teasing me about this with their astonishment that one could manage to “live” without a cell phone for so long. (A story for another day, perhaps.)

After tending to my new phone, I looked up to find an older gentleman (late 80s) with grey hair under a baseball cap a few people behind me in line who looked familiar. We both looked a bit puzzled at each other, and after I removed my mask briefly, I waved, “Hello,” and I could see the recognition on his face that he knew who I was, but maybe didn’t remember my name as I dug into my memory bank to try and remember his.

He and his wife were regular customers of a store in which I worked seven years ago. After a few seconds of awkward uncertainty, he walked up to me nearer to the front of the line and gave me a hug and asked me how I’d been. Of course, the next question was, “What have you been doing?” I told him I was a caregiver for my mother, after which he responded, “Oh, but do you have a job?”

So wait? What? It seems I’m still getting these funny questions we ask one another in our culture as we move through our lives. I told this older gentleman that, “Caregiving is my fulltime job, 24/7, nine to 10 days in a row for me right now” and that, “I come back to Sonoma County to run errands, go through my mail, pay bills, tie up loose ends and, if I’m lucky, pop in some time with a friend or two.”

You see, caregiving is one of those “jobs” that are not highly valued or respected in

our culture, however, caregivers should be on the top of the list of professions we just couldn’t live without along with our moms, nurses, teachers, farm laborers… and, need I go on here? Caregiving and many other “professions” (you pick, they’re really easy to find, and if you can’t see them, get out your magnifying glass and look closer!) are extremely valuable to our families and communities and they are often unseen, overlooked and greatly undervalued.

I recently attended a Caregiver Retreat facilitated by YoloCares in Davis. As a caregiver one can feel quite lonely, isolated and overwhelmed at times because we are often unseen, tending to the laborious needs of our care receivers who may not always be out in the public square. This Caregiver Retreat gave me the opportunity to meet other caregivers challenged with taking care of their loved ones who are going through difficult life and death hurdles, while these caregivers are also trying to remember, or are learning how to take care of themselves. Boy, did I feel the beginnings of another new and supportive community emerging in my life where I could learn a great deal from and give back to this new group as well.

The theme of the retreat I attended was “Mapping the Grief Journey: What to Expect as your loved one declines.” YoloCares offers three more Caregiver Retreats this year in July, September and November. The theme of the July 15 retreat is, “Finding and managing quintessential care for your declining loved one.”

If you are a caregiver who could use a bit of support and care yourself, please take a pause in your day and look them up (www.yolocares.org or 24/7 phone number 530-758-5566) and talk to them about how to make your attendance to their retreats possible. They are fantastic and their caregiving support is helping to steady me and lift my spirit during this challenging period of my life as I care for my dear mother. I hope we can reflect on the non-political work of Rosalynn Carter for all she has done in her advocacy and support of caregivers and mental health throughout our country and the world. No doubt, she has more than earned excellent caregivers attending to her during her time of dementia and remember the truth she has given us, as chances are you will be at least, one of those four kinds of people in our world.

The Winters Senior Center is seeking funding for equipment and programming. Mail checks payable to Winter Senior Center Fund to: Yolo Community Foundation, P.O. Box 1264, Woodland, CA 95776

Where there is a will there is a way

and display areas on the property.

Gramps Says

The beginning is 2003 and in the beginning, Valerie Whitworth and Michael Barbour purchased the lot at 23 Main St. in downtown Winters with the hopes of creating the Winters Participation Gallery/ Center for the Arts. After unsuccessful

attempts to fund the project, the city purchased the site in 2006 with the understanding that access would be provided through the lot and that the Community Development Agency and the Winters Participation Gallery/Center would work cooperatively to include an art garden

In the years that followed, many meetings have been held with city government departments and agencies, city councils and city managers. Valerie Whitworth reports that hundreds of members of the community have been involved in discussions and plans for what should be included in the park.

Up until 2022, three professional designs have been drafted. The latest and most detailed plan was designed by Quinci

Harris, a local landscape architect after it was learned that grant money may be available through the Commission on Aging. The design prepared by Ms. Harris incorporates features decided upon in past studies.

After 20 years, the piano is the only artistic and innovative feature at 23 Main St.

The 8-foot-wide concrete-and-brick sidewalk that the city installed last year is functional, but negates all three of the previous plans. Let’s not give up hope. As the old saying goes, “Where there is a will, there is a way.” Surely a beautiful park can be designed and built that includes the existing walk and incorporates the desired features that can make this park a treasured landmark.

To achieve the desired results, I would hope that the City Council Ad Hoc Committee assigned to study the park matter will invite a few interested and knowledgeable members of the community into their decision-making discussions.

As for financial matters, it should be considered that funding for portions of the

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For instance, at one time, funding for a sitting area including benching and a chess

board was pledged by the Soroptimists. Perhaps another group, such as the Rotary

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Naoto Imamura CASE NO PR2023-0119

To all heirs beneficiaries creditors contingent creditors and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: Naoto Imamura

A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Yolo County Public Administrator in the Superior Court of California, County of: Yolo

The Petition for Probate requests that: Yolo County Public Administrator be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval Before taking certain very important actions however the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action ) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: June 30, 2023 Time: 9:00 A M Dept : 11 Room:

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This concept drawing of the H’Art Park by Quinci Harris was submitted in May 2021.

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This concept drawing of the Winters Mini Park by Al Graf was published in the March 29, 1973 edition of the Express See

By Linda Glick Special to the Express

Winters Theatre Company is delighted to announce its upcoming production of William Shakespeare’s beloved comedy, “Much Ado About Nothing.” Set to enchant audiences with its wit, romance, and timeless themes, this captivating production promises to be an unforgettable theatrical experience.

Directed by Rodney Orosco, WTC’s rendition of “Much Ado About Nothing” brings Shakespeare’s classic tale to life in a fresh and innovative way. The play follows the entangled relationships of two couples, the quick-witted Beatrice and Benedick, and the idealistic Hero and Claudio, as they navigate the complexities of love, deception, and mistaken identity.

WTC is thrilled to present this iconic Shakespearean comedy to the community. The talented cast and crew are working tirelessly to infuse this production with energy, humor, and contemporary relevance that will resonate with audiences of all ages.

With a talented ensemble of local actors, the production showcases the acting prowess and versatility of the WTC’s performers. Audiences can expect a delightful blend of comedic timing, heartfelt emotions, and captivating performances that capture the essence of Shakespeare’s characters.

WTC has always been committed to providing

exceptional entertainment and fostering a love for the arts within our community.

With ‘Much Ado About Nothing, we aim to create a memorable theatrical experience that will leave audiences inspired and entertained.

This year the production will take place indoors at the Winters Community Center, 201 Railroad Ave. in Winters.

The outdoor stage where Summer Shakespeare typically is performed is being renovated.

Performances are Fridays and Saturdays Aug. 4 through Aug. 12, at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the door or by going to the www.winterstheatre.org.

Don’t miss the opportunity to witness the magic of WTC’s production of “Much Ado About Nothing.”

Whether you’re a seasoned

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From left, Jessica Hanselman Gray as

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Howard-Till as Ursula, and Jennifer Rutherford as Hero in WTC’s production of “Much Ado About Nothing.” Courtesy photo

Shakespeare enthusiast or new to his works, this production promises to be a delightful celebration of love, laughter, and the enduring power of the human spirit. For more information visit www.winterstheatre.org or call 530-795-4014.

About WTC

Winters Theatre Company is a prominent community theater organization dedicated to enriching the cultural landscape of Winters through exceptional stage productions. Committed to artistic excellence, community engagement, and providing a platform for local talent, the company continues to delight audiences with its diverse repertoire of classic and contemporary plays.

Yolo Interfaith Immigration Network Special to the Express Yolo Interfaith Immigration Network is excited to announce that, in collaboration with NorCal Resist and Empower Yolo is offering a Brake Light Repair & Community table on Saturday, June 24, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m at the Woodland Public Library, 251 First St., Woodland at the Public Library’s westside parking lot, adjacent to the Rose Garden off of College Street.

NorCal Resist hosts Vehicle Light Check repair events in the Sacramento area each month. All are welcome to drop in to have their brake lights, headlights and tail lights replaced or repaired free of charge. (Yes free of charge!) In providing free vehicle light maintenance, the sponsor organizations provide a service to community members which lowers the risk of an individual being pulled over and stopped by law en-

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for her that will change her life forever.”

forcement officials for minor motor vehicle infractions.

At the Community Table food and other supplies are offered gratis to our community members, since many in our communities continue to confront economic challenges and insecurities in the aftermath of the pandemic and the termination of programs conceived to render aid during the pandemic. All and any donations are welcome. YIIN supporters can contribute to the Vehicle Light Check event through donations made through the YIIN website. Funds raised for this event will be used for the purchase of staples: cereal, bread, beans (black and pinto), tortillas, pasta, pasta sauce, rice, sugar, coffee, tea and sundry items. Please help us in publicizing the Woodland Vehicle Light Check event among your network, your friends,and your groups and communities.

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could pledge funds for another sitting area and so on.

Sophie Says Gramps requires drinking

water and so do I. Sure would be nice to have a drinking fountain with a pet bowl downtown and the Almogía Park is the perfect place. Did I say Almogía Park? Gramps thinks that the park, whatever the design, should be

named after our sister city in Spain. He says it’s connected to the history of Winters. This sounds kind of vague to me. I think I should run this by the Winters Historical Society and get Gramps better educated.

Community input sought at climate action plan workshops

Winters Express

The Yolo County Sustainability Program is excited to announce the first round of community workshops for the 2030 Climate Action and Adaptation Plan update.

In 2020, the Yolo County Board of Supervisors set the goal of meeting a carbon-negative footprint by 2030 with a focus on equity and justice. The Climate Action and Adaptation Plan is a roadmap that outlines the actions that Yolo County will take to meet this goal, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help Yolo County be more resilient to climate impacts such as higher temperatures, more frequent wildfires and floods, and drought. Driven by public

input, the plan will include recommendations for how Yolo County can lower emissions, protect natural resources, use more renewable energy, support the sustainable agricultural practices that are already thriving here in Yolo County and more. The Climate Action and Adaptation Plan is designed to benefit all community members and to promote health, equity and resilience in all processes and outcomes.

As part of the process of updating the County Climate Action and Adaptation Plan, community members are encouraged to provide their input by attending one of three upcoming community workshops where information about the plan will be discussed and members of the

public will have the opportunity to share their vision for a more resilient, equitable and sustainable Yolo County.

The first round of Yolo County 2030 Climate Action and Adaptation Plan Community Workshops are set for the following dates and times:

• Tuesday, June 20, 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Woodland Community and Senior Center, 2001 East St. in Woodland. Dinner and

childcare are provided for this workshop.

• Wednesday, June 21, noon to 1:30 p.m., online via Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/ mwz6r2ue

• Thursday, June 22, 6 to 7:30 p.m., online via Zoom: https://tinyurl. com/2p8826w8

Questions may be addressed to Sustainability@yolocounty. org. For more information about the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan, visit https://YoloCAAP.org.

Rodriguez sang the praises of the AFS organization. Not only did Cojean get the support and help she needed from WHS staff and teachers, but she underwent numerous activities and training through AFS to make her visit as pleasant as it was unforgettable.

“I loved it here. Everybody was so nice and made me feel like I was a part of the community. It’s a small town and I got the opportunity to know everybody here. I’ve really enjoyed my time here in Winters,” said Cojean.

“I also played soccer this year for the first time, and we won a championship. That coach was awesome, the team was close and it was so much fun. The time here went by so fast. In the beginning, I thought it was going to be so long because I didn’t know if I was going to make friends or enjoy my time here. Now that I’ve done all that, I just don’t want to go back. I want to stay here.”

With another amazing year in the books, it’s one neither Cojean, her host family nor the friends she made will ever forget.

If one is interested in learning more about the AFS program opportunities, visit www. afsusa.org.

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This concept drawing of Almogía Park was submitted by Gerald Taylor to the Paseo Park Ad Hoc Committee members in 2023.

Bite into the mighty, meaty super torta

Alas, my Herculean task of frolicking to different restaurants around town and writing reviews on their delicious food continues. It’s a difficult burden to bear, yes, but I will continue on! This week, I stumbled into Kountry Kitchen (or KK as the kids say), took a gander at the menu saw the super torta — this week’s FLAVOR FAVE!

Now, I’m not sure what the reigning champion sandwich is in town, but if it’s not KK’s super torta, then it’s the number one contender. I went with carne asada for my meat of choice — obviously — and boy did it pack a punch. It was juicy, tender and practically falling out of the sides of the torta

— there was so much of it!

The crunchy, toasty roll was a mighty vessel for all the meat, lettuce, mayo, avocado and flavor. In fact, Subway should take notes on what a real footlong looks like because KK wasn’t messing around when they named this bad boy a ‘super’ torta. Although mercifully cut in half, the torta was a solid two-hander while eating.

Was there grease on this torta? Um, absolutely there was some grease! But it wasn’t overwhelming, nor does it put you in a coma. A lot

of it gets soaked up by the roll and it all comes together in a culinary crescendo with every bite. It took some doing, but eventually, I defeated this mighty and delicious foe. A smart person would save some for later, but I am not that smart person. I was a hungry person, and I enjoyed every bite of this super torta. With a couple of mouth-melting jalapenos served on the side, I couldn’t recommend the KK super torta enough for anybody looking to try something easy, delicious and satisfying!

Dynamic, delish flavor combinations

Upper Crust Baking has been my new go-to for grab-and-go eats or treats for my children. Sometimes I can encourage my youngest to get ready with haste by suggesting that we can go to the bakery IF there is enough time before school starts. Other times, if they drag their feed — because it’s a toss-up on which child is going to cause our delay that particular morning — I will go in after I drop them all off at school because at that point I’m probably decaffeinated and on my way to alarming levels of hangriness.

I know most folks prefer doughnuts, but I prefer pastries. Flaky layers or crumbly bites ... I enjoy it all. On one of my first trips to Upper Crust, I was overwhelmed by all of the pastry choices. I was sold on a scone that was made with spinach, goat cheese, and if my memory serves me correctly (which it doesn’t always) some kind of nut (maybe walnut). I haven’t seen it back since, but my latest bakery dilemma has been whether to get a sweet or a savory

scone and suddenly my sweet tooth was putting up a battle. I ended up getting one of each, telling myself that I would save the chocolate, cherry scone for my husband.

The problem was that after I had finished my savory scone, the chocolate one was calling out to me. I heard it all the way across the building as I sat in my desk and I ended up walking to the kitchen and deciding that one small bite would suffice. Except one small bite did not suffice.

er, to my dismay there were no scones. They may not have arrived yet or they may have been baking in the oven or they may have even been bought out by some kind soul who wanted to treat colleagues to breakfast. I guess I’ll never know — because thoughts of scones trickled away as my eyes landed on a chocolate almond croissant.

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I always ask the gals at the front counter and then sit there pondering exactly which way I’m being pulled. The majority of the time I am Team Savory. The thought of onion, spinach, mushrooms and cheese combined in a crumbly, dense bite after bite of scone is indeed a Breakfast of Champions — at least on press day.

Last week, I was put to the test by a new scone contender.

I have been on a cherry kick. Normally, I’m not a fan of cherries unless it’s in spumoni gelato. However, at a parent meeting for Winters Shakespeare Workshop, there was a bowl of fresh, local cherries to snack on and they were the sweetest and most delicious cherries I have ever had. I have been bringing home little baskets of them since.

So, when the sweet scone option was a chocolate scone with cherries and cream cheese my choice was suddenly a little harder to make. I had walked in intending to get my savory

This was not the merely dry, bitter, almost-there chocolate taste that usually happens when you eat a chocolate pastry. This was rich, dense and flavorful. The cocoa was delectable and chocolaty. The cherries added a sweet hint and were still moist and meaty to chew — not dried little nuggets as one may sometimes see.

I’m not certain, but I believe the cream cheese played a vital role in tying all of the flavors together into a silk-like texture.

By the time my willpower kicked in, there was about half a scone left. I made myself walk away with a forlorn glance over my shoulder. I may have gone in the next day and bought the rest of the day-old ones because that is a scone that surely should not go to waste, and my guilty conscience was awfully loud that I had gotten it as a treat for my husband and I ended up eating half of it.

I went in Tuesday morning excited to see what scones were on the lineup, howev-

I do not know how I missed it before. I had Upper Crust’s chocolate croissant before I was swept away by the scones. It was delicious enough. In my September 2021 food column, I wrote about the dilemma of having to decide between an almond or chocolate croissant at Lester Farms Bakery. Well, Upper Crust has taken both flavors and combined them into the ultimate sweet croissant.

I brought the chocolate almond croissant home and cut it in half. I’m not sure what I initially thought the filling would be on it, but when I saw a creamy almond creme layered in with the chocolate and flaky pastry my heart sang in delight, as did my tastebuds when I took that first bite. The topping was sliced almonds with a sweet glaze. This added a sweet crunch to the flaky, creamy texture of the filling.

I don’t know what I’m going to do now when I walk into the bakery. I guess I’ll have to walk in without expectations and see what will win me over that day. Sweet scones, savory scones or chocolate almond croissants.

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Kountry Kitchen’s super torta was juicy, tender and practically falling out of the sides.

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Upper Crust Baking’s chocolate cherry scone is delectable and fudgey with hints of sweet cherry pieces.

Crystal Apilado/Winters Express

Upper Crust Baking combined the best of both sweet flavors in its chocolate almond croissant which feature layers of flaky pastry, almond and chodolate creams.

ALEXANDER ABREU @ 9pm Roccapulco, 3140 Mission St, San Francisco Rock the Ride, Napa Valley - Bene�t Bike Ride and Walk in support of Gun Violence Prevention @ 8am / $30 Rock the Ride USA was created as a way to use our voices (and our feet) to raise funds for local and national nonpro�t organizations working to end gun violence. 6516 Washington St, 6516 Washington Street, Yountville. info@ridenapaval ley.com, 707-278-8377

Castro Family Pride Block Party @ 11am Featuring Drag Show, Petting Zoo, Free photos with the Castro Uni‐corn, Storytime and the "Drag Per‐formance of the year Contest"! Noe Street Between Market and Beaver St., 258 Noe Street, San Francisco. info@artyhoodsf.com, 415-6542717

About face @ 12pm Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek

Frida Joy: PRIDE AFTER PARTY @ 12pm Monarch Gardens, 428 11th St, San Francisco ADC 30th Anniversary Dance Performance @ 2pm / $20 Join us for a collection of nine amazing dances performed by the students of Applegate Dance Company and Applegate Dance Studio. Richard Brunelle Perfor‐mance Hall, 315 West 14th Street, Davis. adc@applegatedance.com, 530-304-5266

Tuesday Jun 27th

"Rodgers + Ham‐merstein's Cin‐derella" @ 7:30pm / $65-$95

UC Davis Health Pavilion, 1419 H Street, Sacra‐mento

Roast Battle Bay Area - in

2100 Arden Way, Sacra‐

Winters Elder Day @ 2pm Winters Elder Day is an opportunity to celebrate the elders in our commu‐nity who are 90 years or older. Saint Anthony Catholic Church, 511 West Main Street, Winters. den ropro@gmail.com, 707249-7975

Showcase @ 7pm The Hollywood Room, 2485 Stock‐ton St, Napa Las Cafeteras @ 7:30pm Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek Las Cafeteras @ 7:30pm Dean Lesher Regional Center for the Arts- Hofmann, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek Del @ 9pm Public Works, 161 Erie St, San Francisco Cherry @ 9pm Monarch, 101 6th St, San Fran‐cisco Suade @ 9pm Monarch, 101 6th St, San Fran‐cisco Vertigo @ 9pm Monarch, 101 6th St, San Fran‐cisco

14th Avenue, 645 14th Avenue, San Francisco. 408973-7321

Rotary Club of Davis Weekly Lunch & Program @ 12pm See website for details. ro‐taryclubofdavis.com Davis Com‐munity Church, 421 D Street, Davis. dawsonlaw@cal.net, 530-758-4500 hey, nothing @ 7pm Rickshaw Stop, 155 Fell St, San Francisco Arcy Drive @ 7pm Rickshaw Stop, 155 Fell St, San Francisco Grandson @ 7pm The War�eld, 982 Market St, San Francisco

Cooper Wolken @ 8pm The Starlet Room, 2708 J St, Sacramento

Jack Kays @ 8pm The War�eld, 982 Market St, San Francisco

k.�ay @ 8pm The War�eld, 982 Market St, San Francisco

grandson & K.Flay @ 8pm The War�eld, 982 Market Street, San Francisco BIT @ 9:30pm DNA Lounge, 375 11th St, San Francisco

Brain Boosters at Carlton @ 9:30am

Old Ironsides, 1901 10th St, Sacra‐mento

"Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella" @ 7:30pm / $65-$95 UC Davis Health Pavilion, 1419 H Street, Sacramento

Chris Bloom Live at Brick & Mortar (San Francisco, CA) @ 8pm / $18 Brick and Mortar Music Hall, 1710 Mission Street, San Francisco Mortar @ 8pm Brick & Mortar Music Hall, 1710 Mission St, San Francisco

Down N' Dirty @ 8pm DNA Lounge, 375 11th St, San Francisco

Roast Battle Bay Area @ 8pm / $18.25 Cobb's Comedy Club, 915 Colum‐bus Avenue, San Francisco

Winters Farmers Market @ 9am Visit down‐town Win‐ters for the Farmers Market every Sunday for local produce, �owers, food & more. Main Street, Winters. win tersdowntown@gmail.com

Frida Joy: PRIDE FESTIVAL, SAN FRANCISCO

We are excited to an‐nounce our Brain Booster class lead by Cindi Unger at Carlton Davis! This will be a fun, educational, class focused on ways we can all work out our proverbial brain muscles! 2726 5th St, 2726 5th Street, Davis. imcfarlane@ carltonseniorliving.com, 530-564-7002

Expressive Watercolor

Painting with Misuk Goltz

(6-session class) @ 11am / $190

Jun 27th - Aug 8th

Sign up now for a spot in this 6session watercolor workshop with artist Misuk Goltz! Pence Gallery, 212 D Street, Davis. pencesocial media@gmail.com, 530-758-3370

Dee Coco & Mixx Company: Balboa Café's Tuesday Night Music @ 7pm Balboa Cafe, 3199 Fillmore St, San Francisco

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Nik Bartunek @ 8:30pm Bottom Of the Hill, 1233 17th St, San Francisco

Michelle Musial @ 5pm Terrene Restaurant at 1hotel San Francisco, 8 Mission St, San Fran‐cisco

Lilan Kane: Solo at The Barnes SF @ 5pm The Barnes San Francisco, 225 Powell St, San Francisco

Fallon O'Neill @ The Avid Reader

@ 6:30pm Join us to celebrate local author Fallon O'Neill's newest novel, Geist: Allegro. This event will take

featuring Chris Lane, Tyler Rich, Canaan Smith and Moonshine

Crazy! THE FIELD, Lake‐side Way, Folsom. events @goodvibezpresents.com

Ska Fitness & RUDE MACHINE Happy Hour @ 6:30pm Knockout, 3223 Mission St, San Francisco

Michael Manring @ 7pm The Hollywood Room, 2485 Stock‐ton St, Napa

"Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella" @ 7:30pm / $65-$95 UC Davis Health Pavilion, 1419 H Street, Sacramento

Comedy Night at the Valencia Room @ 8pm / $15 The Valencia Room, 647 Valencia St, San Francisco

"More or Less" @ 8pm / $10 Bayfront Theater, 2 Marina Blvd At Buchanan St, Fort Mason Center Building B - 3rd Floor, San Fran‐cisco

Lady Faith @ 9pm DNA Lounge, 375 11th St, San Francisco

Comedian Lance Woods @ 9:45pm / $9.13-$17.44 Punch Line Sacramento, 2100 Ar‐den Way, Suite 225, Sacramento

Audio1: Del Mar Fridays @ 10pm Del Mar, 2125 Lombard St, San Francisco

Mindchatter @ 10pm 1015 Folsom, 1015 Folsom St, San Francisco

Fillmore Jazz Festival 2023 @ 10am Jul 1st - Jul 2nd The largest free Jazz Festival on the West Coast, The Fillmore Jazz Festival, returns to San Francisco the weekend of July 1-2, 2023. Fill‐more Street, San Francisco. info@ artyhoodsf.com, 415-654-2717

Wendy DeWitt Queen of Boogie Woogie: Wendy DeWitt, Kirk Harwood, Nancy Wright @ 7pm

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State policy aims to keep beavers at work

McNaughton Media

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has implemented a new policy recognizing the ecological benefits of beavers while mitigating conflict over damage to land and property (depredation).

CDFW’s new policy builds upon its existing beaver management policies and lays groundwork for projects that harness beavers’ natural ability to help protect biodiversity, restore habitat and build wildfire-resilient landscapes, states a CDFW news release. This includes a process to enable beaver relocation as a restoration tool and a new non-lethal option. The policy also outlines a process that aims to mitigate beaver depredation conflict, prioritize use of non-lethal deterrents whenever possible and ensure lethal removal of depredation beavers is done in a humane manner.

The new policy, signed by CDFW Director Charlton H. Bonham June 5, is available on CDFW’s beaver webpage at bit. ly/CDFWbeavers.

Here are a few takeaways related to depredation permits:

• CDFW shall document all nonlethal measures taken by the landowner to prevent damage prior to requesting a depredation permit.

• CDFW shall require implementation of feasible nonlethal corrective actions by the landowner to prevent future beaver damage.

• CDFW shall determine whether a property is located within the range of listed species and add permit terms and conditions to protect native wildlife.

• CDFW shall continue to prioritize issuance of depredation permits if it deter-

mines that an imminent threat to public safety exists, such as flooding or catastrophic infrastructure damage. “Beavers help improve habitat restoration and water quality, restore ecosystem processes and bolster wildfire resiliency,” states Bonham in the news release. “This new policy formally recognizes beavers as a keystone species and ecosystem engineers in California. They are truly the Swiss army knife of native species due to their ability to provide so many nature-based ecosystem services.”

CDFW officials say

they are committed to ensuring humans and beavers can safely coexist when and where possible, and the agency is working to prioritize communication, staff training, public education and outreach to reduce human/beaver conflict.

CDFW staff will provide technical assistance to landowners to prevent future occurrences of beaver damage. In 2020, the CDFW Human-Wildlife Conflict Program created a comprehensive online Human-Wildlife Conflict Toolkit that includes accessible resources with logistically and

economically feasible options to help property owners prevent damage due to beaver activity.

“The department’s new Beaver Restoration Program is up and running with the hiring of five environmental scientists dedicated to the program,” continues Bonham. “This is such an exciting time for ecosystem restoration and CDFW is so grateful to the Governor and the Legislature for supporting this new program with funding in Fiscal Year 2022-23.”

On May 24, a consortium of advocates representing the Beaver Policy Working Group and the Placer Land Trust hosted a field trip for legislators and agency representatives including CDFW to Doty Ravine in Placer County to see beaver restoration at work. The field trip served to highlight the state’s Natural and Working Lands Climate Smart Strategy (Executive Order N-82-20) in action. The California Natural Resources Agency’s YouTube page features an interview from the field trip with CDFW Beaver Restoration Program Manager

“Beavers help improve habitat restoration and water quality, restore ecosystem processes and bolster wildfire resiliency”

CDFW Director Charlton H. Bonham

Valerie Cook.

On May 25, CDFW hosted its first virtual informational meeting (webinar) to celebrate the formal launch of the new Beaver Restoration Program. More than 250 people including media outlets attended this webinar. Program staff plans to collaborate with diverse partners to translocate beavers into watersheds where their dams can help restore hydrologic connectivity, ecological processes and natural habitat. A recording of the webinar is available on CDFW’s beaver webpage under the “Beaver-assisted Restoration” tab.

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California Department of Fish and Wildlife ecologists find beavers help improve habitat restoration and water quality, restore ecosystem processes and bolster wildfire resiliency.

Come out to the Winters Volunteer Fair on Saturday, June 17, from 10 a.m. to noon and discover more than 20 nonprofits from Winters and Yolo County. They’ll share information about how you can give back through volunteer opportunities.