Council continues food vendor ordinance discussion
SACOG offers support for the city’s growth efforts
By Sonora Slater Express staff writer
A continued discussion about mobile and stationary food vendors in Winters was the primary focus of the April 1 Winters City Council meeting, with the ordinance — which standardizes regulations for operation — being further refined. The conversation was once again continued, and a slightly revised version of the ordinance will come before the council at the April 15 meeting. The ordinance, as it currently stands, sets regulations around noise amplification, disallows tables and chairs at food
trucks unless uniquely approved, requires vendors to display a valid health department certification and tackles other issues of regulation and permitting.
The main topics discussed at the early April meeting were how to enforce the collection of sales tax by food truck vendors, what the enforcement process will look like for a ban on food trucks parking on public property (which technically was in place before this ordinance, but was not previously strongly enforced), and the details of placing a cap on the number of food vendors in Winters. During public comment, Kate Laddish asked about whether it was discussedand how the city plans
Thompson presser identifies risks of cuts to Medicaid, Medicare
By Rebecca Wasik McNaughton Media
Rep. Mike Thompson, D-St. Helena, held a press conference Friday in Davis alongside healthcare providers and
patients to highlight how cuts to Medicare and Medicaid could affect access to care for those in his district.
Medi-Cal, the California version of Medicaid, covers essential healthcare for 51,971 (24 percent) of Yolo County residents. According to Thompson, budget cuts proposed by Republicans to the
Medicaid budget are putting 80 million Americans, including these Yolo County residents, in danger of being able to see a doctor when they are ill, obtain medicine and receive support for in-home care.
In February, Congressional Republicans passed a partisan budget bill that
By Crystal Apilado Editor-in-Chief
Officials from Winters High School and the Winters Police Department are urging students to end participation in a senior-year game known as “Senior Assassin,” citing safety concerns and a recent arrest connected to the activity.
The game, which is not sanctioned by the school, involves high school seniors “stalking” and “eliminating” each other with water guns in an effort to be the last player standing.
Though often shared on social media and viewed by some as a rite of passage, officials say the tradition has crossed into unsafe territory.
In a phone call Tuesday with the Express, Winters Police Chief John P. Miller confirmed that the department has received reports on incidents tied to the game, including one arrest related to a criminal threat and another report involving the brandishing of a weapon. Miller said that with the frequency of school shootings in
our society, even saying phrases like “I’m going to shoot you” — even in jest — can have serious implications for people who have charges brougt against them for it. He said that the act of making criminal threats can lead to felony charges (California Penal Code 422). Miller said the situation is similar to the 2022 Orbeeze TikTok challenge, where Orbeez and Orbeez guns are relatively harmless toys, the actions of “pointing what appears to be a gun out of
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Special to the Express
Winters Youth Day is just around the corner, and the committee needs volunteers to help keep this cherished community tradition a success.
As an all-volunteer nonprofit organization, Winters Youth Day depends on the dedication and generosity of community members. One of the most essential roles in making the day run smoothly is that of a parade marshals — the friendly faces who help keep the parade safe, organized and fun for all.
The Youth Day committee is calling on residents, new and longtime alike, to step forward and volunteer as parade marshals. It’s a unique opportunity to be part of
the action and excitement — and bonus: these volunteers will have the best view of the parade in town! Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, student, or just a proud member of the Winters community, this is a chance to contribute to something truly special.
To get ready for the big day, the Winters Youth Day committee is hosting an informational meeting on April 22 at 6 p.m. in front of Hooby’s Brewing in Winters. No experience is necessary — they’ll provide all the guidance and support needed to feel confident in the parade marshal role. The volunteer roles needed:
• Parade division leaders: Help organize and guide parade en-
tries as they arrive.
• Barricade monitors: Ensure roads remain closed and clear for parade safety and emergency access. (Great way to reserve a front-row view for your family.)
• Parking assistants: Help direct parking at Rotary Park for vendors and pancake breakfast guests. Winters Youth Day is a celebration of community, tradition, and togetherness. Help the committee keep it safe, fun, and unforgettable for everyone involved.
Interested in volunteering? Visit www. wintersyouthday.com/ volunteer.html to sign up or send a message with any questions. For more information, visit www.wintersyouthday.com.
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Kate Laddish, chair of the Yolo County In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee; Rep. Mike Thompson; Susanna Hernandez; Dr. Bruce Lee Hall; Yolo County Supervisor Sheila Allen; and Sara Gavin at Friday’s press conference in Davis.
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The city of Winters’ food truck vicinity map marks the areas where food trucks are allowed to park, designating them with thick red lines.
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Lanfranco bridges ag education with community through capstone Express staff
Winters High School senior Mahalia Lanfranco is inviting the community to dig in for a good cause at the upcoming FFA Spring Garden Sale, set for Saturday, April 12 at 9 a.m. at the WHS Ag Site greenhouse at 301 Niemann St.
The event is part of Lanfranco’s Senior Capstone Project, with 100 percent of proceeds going directly toward purchasing supplies for upcoming projects in the school’s greenhouse and agriculture program.
Visitors can expect a vibrant selection of plants and FFA goods, including:
• Starter plants for fruits, vegetables, herbs, and flowers
• Hanging floral baskets
• FFA merchandise, including apparel and gear
• Locally produced olive oil
• Handcrafted dried flower arrangements
The sale will continue as long as supplies last, offering an ideal opportunity for the community to shop local, support student-led initiatives, and invest in the future of agricultural education at WHS.
“This project has been so rewarding,” said Lanfranco. “The support from the community has been huge
for students like me. It really shows how much people care about our growth— literally and figuratively!”
The event is open to all, and community members are encouraged to stop by at their convenience. Cash and check payments will be accepted.
Lanfranco said the project is an important experience for all seniors because they grow from the challenges and real-life situations.
“Every single senior is learning so many important lessons from the experience of their Capstone projects. The community coming out to support reinforces these lessons that we’re learning and gives us the opportunity to show our personal growth,” Lanfranco said. “I’m really grateful for the opportunity to do
Celebrating WINTERS’ 87th ANNUAL YOUTH DAY
Saturday, April 26th
Celebrating our community's youth from the past to the present, “Youth Around the World” special tabloid will be published on Wednesday, April 23rd. It will be mailed to all Winters’ households and distributed throughout the community with 5,000 printed copies and on-line edition. Festivities begin on Saturday, April 26th with fun for the whole family. Be a part of this community wide section with your advertising message.
this. And a lot of that comes from the support of the FFA.”
From her project, Lanfranco said she has strengthened her communication skills and learned to be more assertive when requesting assistance as well as learning to communicate to ensure the goals and outcomes align with her project.
“I think these skills are going to stay with me for a long time. It’s kind of surprising that I’m doing a gardenign project, and it’s helping my social skills,” Lanfranco said.
Don’t miss this chance to support Lanfranco’s initiative while investing in your garden and local agriculture. Mark your calendars and head to the Ag Site greenhouse on April 12 to participate in the event.
Duck Derby, Parade, Food & More! For more information, please contact David DeLeon at (530) 219-3399 or ddeleon@davisenterprise.net
Community invited to Easter week celebrations at St. Anthony Parish
Special to the Express
St. Anthony Parish invites the community to its Holy Week and Easter celebrations to celebrate the passion, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Confessions and Daily Mass will be celebrated on Monday, April 14, and Tuesday, April 15, with confessions from 7:30 to 8:20 a.m., followed by daily Mass at 8:30 a.m. at St. Anthony Church. At St. Martin Mission in Esparto, confessions will be from 5 to 5:45 p.m. followed by Mass at 6 p.m.
The Holy Week services begin on Thursday, April 17, with a bilingual Mass of the Last Supper of Jesus at 6 p.m. at St. Anthony
in Winters. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will follow Mass in the Parish Hall until midnight. At St. Martin Mission in Esparto bilingual Mass will be held at 6 p.m. followed by Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament in the hall until 10 p.m. On Friday, April 18, a bilingual service will be held at St. Anthony Church at Noon. The Stations of the Cross in English will take place immediately after in the church. Spanish Via Crucis will take place at 6 p.m. outdoors. The bilingual services at St. Martin Mission in Esparto will be at 1 p.m., with bilingual Stations of the Cross immediately after.
The Easter Vigil bi-
lingual Mass on Saturday, April 19, will begin at 8 p.m. at St. Anthony Parish. The Mass schedule for Easter Sunday, April 20, at St. Anthony Parish will be at 10:30 a.m. in English and 12:30 p.m. in Spanish. Both Masses will be followed by an Easter egg hunt for the children.
The Mass schedule for Easter Sunday at St. Martin Mission in Esparto will be at 7 a.m. in Spanish and 8:30 a.m. in English. Both Masses will be followed by an Easter egg hunt for the children.
Anyone who has questions can call the Parish Office at 530795-2230. St. Anthony’s Parish wishes everyone a very blessed Holy Week and Easter.
Winters Elder Day Council needs your help
Wally Pearce Winters Elder Day Council
Annually, the Winters Elder Day Council celebrates elder adults that reside in the city of Winters, applauding each one publicly by hosting them, their families, and friends at the free and festive Elder Day reception. It’s an amazing learning event where people come and hear compelling stories and witness firsthand historical insights from their personal narratives.
We believe that honoring our elder adults fosters intergenerational relationships, which encourages the important transfer of knowledge, experiences, and values from one generation to another. It’s also a great opportunity to raise awareness. The transferal of awareness signals a fundamental comprehension that allows the recognition of how their knowledge is relevant and to apply it effectively outside, which is considered a hallmark of true learning.
One honoree recounted that as a young girl, she was a tomboy, and, according to her, at 96 years young, she still is. One was a B-17 pilot during WWII, another a local architect responsible for many of the buildings in the City of Winters, one was a United States Congressman, another has over 20 great-grandchildren, each shares a common unity as parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents. So many wonderful stories to share.
Throughout generations, elder adults have achieved much for our families and community. That
remains true today and gives us the case each year to reserve a special day, Elder Day, in honor of all elder adults, but especially those that are 90 years of age and older or will be 90-years of age before Dec. 31, 2025, special people who touch us all by their presence.
This year, Winters Elder Day is on Saturday, July 5, from 1:30 to 4 p.m. at the St. Anthony’s Parrish Hall located at 511 Main St. The event gives community appreciation by showing these trailblazers our sincere affection and gratitude, where the entire city of Winters community will celebrate the people being highlighted that day.
Public acknowledgment is for their personal contribution to families, friends, and community. The Winters Elder Day Council plans to bring together and rejoice in many of your distinguished residents, including those from rural areas, in the city of Winters, in that age group, and as many residences as possible. This is a free community event dedicated to them, including their families and friends.
If you know of anyone 90 years of age or older or will be 90 years of age this year, please contact the following Winters Elder Day Council members Wally Pearce at 707-249-7975 or email him at denropro@gmail.com, and for the Spanish-speaking community, please contact Ramon Altamirano at 916600-6707 or by email at Ramon.altamirano@aol.com.
Your help with the success of the Elder Day festivity is needed and greatly appreciated.
Join in on a ‘Know Your Rights!’ virtual presentation
Special to the Express
Yolo County Library and Catholic Charities
Yolo-Solano invite the community to participate in the upcoming
Know Your Rights!
virtual presentations on Tuesday, April 29. These free session offers valuable insights into legal rights, community resources, and
self-advocacy. Experts will cover key topics and will be available to answer questions. The presentation is available in English and Spanish and begins at 6 p.m. and runs for 30 to 45 minutes, followed by a Q&A session. Hosted in a Zoom Webinar format, attendee names will not be visible, nor will participants have the option to turn on their cameras. The presentations will be led by Clarence E. Mamaril, Managing Immigration Attorney at CCYS, who has over 30 years of experience in immigration law, along with DOJ-accredited representatives from the CCYS Immigration Legal Services Team. Resources such as Red Cards, Yellow Cards, and Know Your Rights! tips are available at all Yolo County Library branches. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to protect and assert your rights. Join in on Tuesday, April 29, at yolocounty.zoom. us/j/89236719477.
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Winters High School senior Mahalia Lanfranco has been working since the fall to cultivate starter plants and coordinate others offerings for her Capstone Project this Saturday.
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Comisionados aprueban la revisión del diseño para el nuevo mercado vecinal
Por Crystal Apilado
Traducido por Carol Alfonso
En su reunión del 25 de Marzo pasado, la Comisión de Planificación de Winters (Winters Planning Commission) aprobó por unanimidad la propuesta de revisión del diseño y el permiso de uso condicional (CUP) para un nuevo negocio en la Railroad Avenue. El solicitante y propietario, Thaddeus Barsotti, presentó la propuesta para su próximo proyecto, la Estación de ‘Yolo Fill Station: Farm to Table’, ubicada en el número 400 de la Avenida Railroad. El proyecto consiste en la readaptación de un antiguo taller mecánico en la esquina de la Railroad Ave y Abbey Street para albergar dos camiones de comida y un mercado vecinal que venda productos de la granja a la mesa, como cerveza, vino, productos agrícolas de temporada, carnes, artículos para picnic, artículos de jardinería y conservas locales. La urbanista contratada, Kelly Mumper, presentó los detalles del proyecto, enfatizando que los comisionados solo estaban considerando la aprobación de la revisión del diseño y el CUP para los camiones de comida en esta etapa. La aprobación
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to go about the code enforcement process when it comes to certain food trucks that are currently operating on public property. Corinne Martinez asked about the rule that requires food trucks to operate 500 feet away from schools, wondering if the Buckhorn BBQ food truck, which is about 180 feet away from Winters High School, would be grandfathered in and allowed to continue operations. Contract city planner Kelly Mumper confirmed that Buckhorn is fine to continue operating and will be grandfathered in with the old process. Martinez also requested that there be a requirement for food vendors to have and display a California Resale Certificate to bind them to reporting tax on their sales.
Mayor Pro Tempore
de la señalización se abordará en una próxima reunión. “La visión del solicitante es renovar el edificio, conservando su encanto original de gasolinera y mejorando el espacio circundante. El objetivo es transformar la propiedad en un dinámico centro comercial y un centro comunitario que conecte a la gente con los productos agrícolas locales,” declaró Mumper. “El espacio ofrecerá un ambiente familiar donde los visitantes podrán adquirir productos agrícolas locales, suministros de jardinería, artículos básicos para picnic y la oferta de camiones de comida (food trucks).”
Mumper describió los planes para los camiones, que se ubicarán en plazas de aparcamiento designadas y cumplirán con los requisitos de la ciudad para la autorización de venta estacionaria de alimentos. El edificio se dividirá en dos áreas: la Suite A, que estará abierta al público como tienda minorista con vinos regionales, cervezas, aceites de oliva y otros productos agrícolas, y la Suite B, una oficina privada y un almacén para gestionar las operaciones de la tienda y el futuro club de vinos. El proyecto propuesto está categórica-
Bill Biasi agreed with holding food vendors to the same sales tax requirements that brick and mortar businesses are held to. He also agreed with Laddish that there are some food trucks that, should the ordinance pass, they will need to bring into compliance, and said he supports a cap of six food trucks.
Council member Richard Casavecchia had some qualms about the ordinance, specifically concerned that food trucks currently located on public property could have difficulty finding somewhere to relocate, after potentially being under the impression that they would be able to continue operating in their current location indefinitely. He suggested that the city designate a certain street where they request non-compliant vehicles move, or assign them a location after they apply for,
mente exento de la Ley de Calidad Ambiental de California (CEQA), de conformidad con la sección 15303 de las directrices de la CEQA, ya que se trata de la conversión de una pequeña estructura existente de un uso a otro, donde solo se realizan modificaciones menores en el exterior, según Mumper.
Los planes de paisajismo incluyen la instalación de parterres y jardineras a lo largo de la cerca perimetral, la selección de especies vegetales para mantener la seguridad visual y la adición de árboles y copas para mitigar el efecto del calor. Inicialmente, el personal municipal del departamento de policía e ingeniería expresó su preocupación por la seguridad visual de la cerca perimetral y las medidas de moderación del tráfico. En respuesta, Barsotti acordó modificar el diseño de la cerca utilizando listones verticales en lugar de horizontales e implementar un plan de mantenimiento del paisaje para evitar la maleza.
Audiencia pública
Durante la audiencia pública, tres dueños de negocios locales expresaron su apoyo al proyecto, aunque también expresaron su preocupación. Teresa Pisani, propietaria de NAPA
pay for and receive a Conditional Use Permit.
However, Biasi and council member Jesse Loren said they did not feel it was the city’s responsibility to create a solution for vendors who are currently operating against the code. Loren also noted that if the city were to do something along the lines of designating an area for food trucks to operate in, the upcoming budget meetings might be a better time to have that discussion.
“We’re being asked to create the rules, not take away the rules,” Loren said. “We put a lot of work into this, city staff put a lot of work into this, and I think we’re close to a consensus. If not, then a partial consensus.”
SACOG, other discussions
SACOG (Sacramento Area Council of Governments) is an association of local governments spanning the Sacramento, Sut-
Auto Parts y cuyo negocio comparte una cerca con el desarrollo propuesto, expresó su preocupación por la disponibilidad de estacionamiento.
“Tenemos dos letreros en la ventana que indican que nuestro estacionamiento es solo para clientes. Cuando estamos cerrados, no me importa, pero durante el horario comercial, a veces es un problema,” dijo Pisani.
John Pickerel, propietario de Buckhorn Steakhouse, celebró la incorporación al centro, destacando su potencial para atraer visitantes.
“Esto es como una pequeña valla publicitaria que transmite la sensación de llegada al centro. Habrá vida y actividad a medida que la gente se relaja, y es muy difícil que la gente entienda que están ahí,” dijo Pickerel antes de hablar sobre los recientes cierres de negocios locales y la dificultad para llenar los espacios comerciales.
Corinne Martinez, presidenta y directora de operaciones de Berryessa Gap Vineyards, también expresó su entusiasmo por el proyecto. Preguntó cómo las conversaciones en curso en el Ayuntamiento de Winters sobre la normativa para los camiones de comida podrían
ter, Yuba, Yolo, Placer and El Dorado counties, which focuses on transportation planning and funding for the region, as well as tackling other regional issues. The group’s long-term plan, or ‘blueprint,’ is a living document updated every four years, with the most recent rendition extending until 2050.
Kacey Lizon, the SACOG deputy executive director of programs, presented the plan to the council during the April 1 meeting, with a focus on how it relates to Winters. Lizon noted that while the SACOG region is fast growing, where that growth is concentrated will be determined by coordinated efforts to invest in schools, transportation, and especially career opportunities and competitive pay to continue making Winters an attractive place to live.
The plan also focuses on infill and main-
afectar al negocio. Barsotti abordó las preocupaciones, afirmando que no tiene planes de modificar el muro que separa su propiedad de la tienda de autopartes y que se adaptará a los problemas de aparcamiento que surjan.
“Espero que esto beneficie a la gente que ya vive en la ciudad. La gente está en el hotel, viene y hace algo. En cuanto a los camiones o Food Trucks — John es un hombre muy sabio —, no tengo ni idea de cómo va a resultar esto. Así que habrá cambios,” dijo Barsotti. “El punto de partida es probar algo nuevo y adaptarnos. Intento mantener la flexibilidad para que, a medida que nos adaptamos, no tengamos que volver a pedir cosas.”
Deliberación de la Comisión
La fiscal municipal adjunta, Joanna Gin, aclaró que las regulaciones para los food trucks se abordarán a medida que el Ayuntamiento finalice su ordenanza, y que la tarea de la Comisión de Planificación era aprobar el CUP y las condiciones de aprobación. El horario de atención propuesto para el mercado local era de 10 a.m. a 8 p.m. en verano y de 10 a.m. a 6 p.m. en invierno, coincidiendo con el
tenance, which he connected to Winters’ alley revitalization plan. He also offered his team’s support in connecting the city with state and federal grant funding opportunities and in reviewing grant applications. The council moved a resolution that would have approved an agreement between Winters and Bay Area
horario de la sala de catas de Turkovich Family Wines en el centro. Sin embargo, el comisionado Greg Contreras se opuso a limitar el horario, prefiriendo flexibilidad. La presidenta Lisa Baker preguntó sobre el cumplimiento de la Ley para Estadounidenses con Discapacidades (ADA) para el sendero propuesto, a lo que Barsotti confirmó que cumpliría con los estándares de accesibilidad. Los comisionados aprobaron por unanimidad la revisión del diseño y el CUP con la modificación del punto numero 4 en las condiciones de aprobación para eliminar el horario de funcionamiento especificado y la frase “durante el horario mencionado” en relación con la operación de los camiones de comida, y eximirlos de la CEQA. El siguiente paso del proyecto es volver a una futura reunión de la comisión de planificación para la aprobación del diseño de la señalización. Para consultar el informe del personal propuesto, visite el paquete de la agenda archivada de la “Comisión de Planificación” del 25 de Marzo en https:// www.cityofwinters. org/194/Meetings o visite https://bit.ly/ 4jeJdFh.
Pop Up Events for the production of the 2025 Tractor Parade off the consent calendar to a future meeting. Interim City Manager Joe Gorton confirmed that City Manager Jeremy Craig is expected to return to work by the April 15 city council meeting, having been out of office for approximately two months, recovering from health issues.
Ask questions at April coffee chat
Express staff
What will prompt you to take that first step to ask questions about what’s happening in your city or schools? The Express Coffeehouse Chats provide a welcoming space to do just that. Held on the third Friday of each month at 8 a.m. at Steady Eddy’s Coffee Shop, these informal gatherings give community members the chance to meet directly with City Manager Jeremy Craig, Superintendent Rody Boonchouy,
and other local leaders. Staff from the Winters Fire and Police Departments also regularly attend. The next Coffeehouse Chat is scheduled for Friday, April 18. Recent topics of discussion have included food vendor and cannabis ordinances, fire department services, school district facility use and how to report city concerns. Stop by to connect with the people working behind the scenes to keep Winters thriving.
Lake Berryessa water levels down
Express staff
The water level of Lake Berryessa was down by 0.11 feet over the past week, decreasing to 2,084 acre-feet of water storage, according to Ken Emigh, with the Solano Irrigation District – Putah Diversion Office.
On the morning of Tuesday, April 8, he reported that the lake elevation was 440.62 feet
above sea level, with the water storage behind the Monticello Dam calculated at 1,563,014 acre-feet. The SID released 138 cubic feet per second into the Putah South Canal, with 592 cubic feet flowing into Putah Creek at the Diversion Dam. Evaporation from the lake averaged 143 acre-feet of water per day.
Public Safety Report
City of Winters
Fire
Mar. 26: 4:53 p.m., Emery Street, Good intent call (other)
Mar. 27: 7:25 a.m., Walnut Lane, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
~8:41 a.m., Morgan Street, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
~8:42 a.m., Walnut Lane, Emergency medical service (other)
~7:41 p.m., Highway 128 and The Horseshoe, False alarm or false call (other)
~8:28 p.m., Hemen-
way Street and Niemann Street, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
Mar. 28: 1:26 a.m., Russell Boulevard, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
Mar. 29: 12:41 p.m., E. Grant Avenue, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury
Mar. 30: 8:47 p.m., E. BAKER Street, Public service assistance (other)
Mar. 31: 8:37 a.m., Fourth Street, EMS call – excluding vehicle accident with injury Apr. 1: 9:58 a.m.,
Dutton Street, False alarm or false call (other)
View the Winters Fire Activity and Call Log at https://cityofwinters. org/157/Fire. Police Report Log
Mar. 26: 7:16 a.m., E. Grant Avenue/PG&E Way, Traffic Collision Mar. 27: 4 p.m., 200 Block of White Oak Lane, Money Laundering Mar. 28: 5:16 p.m., Fenley Way/Richie Way, Traffic Collision Mar. 29: 7:31 a.m., 200 Block of Railroad Avenue, Grand Theft
View the Winters Police Department Arrest and Report Logs, visit www. cityofwinters.org/289/Report-Arrest-Log For our editorial policy on crime log entries, see www.winters express.com/unpub lishing-policy.
130 Years Ago
April 13, 1895
At the annual meeting of the Buckeye Granger’s Warehouse Association, held last Saturday, the old board of directors was unanimously re-elected. William Sims was subsequently chosen president and George Morris was elected manager. Work was resumed on the National Fruit Company’s new shed, warehouse office and ice house, last Monday and the building will be pushed to completion as rapidly as possible.
J.W. Lamme is building a dwelling for his own occupancy on some lots purchased of G.W. Hutchens on Grant Avenue. Our friend G.W. Hinclay is one of the fortunate ones this year. His farm, Skyhigh, being above the frost line, his apricots were not injured and his trees are fuller, and the fruit is more evenly distributed over the trees than ever before. Wednesday morning last, about 9:30 o’clock, the bell on the Presbyterian church rang out an alarm of fire, for a blaze in an outhouse at J.A. Henderson’s residence. The alarm was promptly responded to and the fire was extinguished before any material damage was done.
80 Years Ago
April 13, 1945
Just as we go to press, radio news is received of the death of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. He died at Warm Springs, Georgia, at 3:35 p.m.,
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Dispatches from the Express archives.
central war time, of cerebral hemorrhage, at the age of 63.
The Winters Fortnightly Club on Tuesday elected officers for the coming year as follows: President, Mrs. L.A. Thompson; 1st vice president, Mrs. W. A. Young; 2nd vice president, Mrs. L. Ichtertz; recording secretary, Mrs. A. Catter- mole; corresponding secretary, Mrs. Neil McArthur; treasurer, Miss Jennie Reasoner.
At the meeting of the Winters Service Club last Monday evening, Walter Skinner gave a comprehensive report on the recent organization meeting of the Yolo County Chamber of Commerce; and the Winters Service Club promptly acted to obtain membership and voted the membership fee of $25.
Cpl. George Leggett arrived on Wednesday after 30 months in the service overseas, in the south Pacific. He flew from Saipan to Fairfield in 31 hours.
Howard S. Kiefer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Kiefer and Eusabio Carrion, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Carrion, have enlisted in the Navy under the 17-year-old program. Both lads are high school students.
45 Years Ago
April 10, 1980
Dale Brewer, custodian for the Winters school district for the past 21 years, has been named by the student Youth Day council as this year’s parade marshal. Dale
is currently the custodian at Winters High School. According to Principal Frank Pignataro, “Dale represents what you want Winters High School to represent--he’s our ambassador.”
Bob Chapman and John Kammerer were elected to the Winters City Council in the municipal election Tuesday. Chapman, currently chairman of the city planning commission, left the field of seven candidates with 269 votes. Kammerer, Winters High School athletic director, had 216 votes, 23 votes ahead of Terry Amick who had 193 votes.
John Pickerel has set Saturday, May 3, as the date for the grand opening of the Buckhorn Cafe and Bar, newly restored historic landmark at the corner of Main and Railroad Avenues.
Dorothy Becker received the California State Department of Education Special Safety Award at a transportation convention for school officials held in San Diego early this month. Chris Cuberos, of Vallejo, visited a few days of Easter week with his grandparents, Ralph and Josie Cuberos and uncle Doug. Also visiting them on Saturday was their granddaughter Katina, Chris’ sister. Felicia Norfolk has been promoted to the position of branch utilities clerk at the First Northern Bank of Dixon, Winters branch, according to manager Norman Todd.
Charles Wallace/File photo
NEW OFFICERS: The new FFA officers presented at the FFA banquet on May 24, 1993, were, from left, vice president Sarah Hamilton, secretary Elizabeth Radulovich, president Eric Altorfer, treasurer Annie Eastman, reporter Emilano Castanon and sentinal Jeff Cleveland.
instructed the House Energy and Commerce Committee, which has jurisdiction over Medicare and Medicaid, to cut its spending by $880 billion.
Thompson said in California, every one in three patients is a Medicaid patient. There is no difference between Medi-Cal and Medicaid.
“If you take a third of the funding out of any healthcare budget, not only does it impact people who depend upon that specific funding, but it impacts the delivery system of healthcare,” said Thompson. “If you have a pocket full of gold and you can buy your own healthcare or if you have the best private insurance policy available; if hospitals and clinics are having to reduce their overhead to make up for the $880 billion cut, the services available will not be adequate in order to take care of the people in that area.”
Those in rural areas, the congressman says, will be forced to drive further to get care, thus preventing people from reaching out for said care until their health issues require immediate attention. Acute problems, he mentions, are more expensive and harder to treat.
Winters resident Kate Laddish, chair of the Yolo County In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee, gave a constituent testimonial of how Medi-Cal and Medicare have impacted her life.
Laddish says she is terrified of what these cuts could mean for people like her who depend on these programs for essential healthcare needs and services.
She says treatment by Medicaid and Medicare most recently saved her life when she was in the hospital for over two weeks when part of her digestive system shut down and required surgery.
“Taking away my care by cutting Medicaid or Medicare would consign me to a horrific, drawn out and needless death the next time this happens,” said Laddish.
“That’s cruel and unconscionable so I’m not just terrified, I’m also angry that these cuts are being contemplated.”
The care she has received through Medicaid and Medicare due to several rare musculoskeletal and neurological conditions has been extraordinary, says Laddish. Physical and occupational therapies help her to hold on the function that she has and manage pain.
Her conditions require a wheelchair, which she says helps her get around not only her apartment but also be able to leave it. Medicaid covers this wheelchair, which she says she would not be able to afford herself.
Part of cutting Medicaid means cutting In-Home Supportive Services, which allows people with disabilities to stay safely in their own homes rather than going into institutionalized care.
“IHSS is the most cost-effective way to keep people with dis-
abilities, like me, in a safe environment at home,” remarked Laddish. “Defunding or cutting the program, which is what would happen with cutting Medicaid, will end up being more costly because people will end up somewhere more expensive like an institution or on the streets.”
“When the current administrative regime and some members of Congress, thankfully though not ours, talk about taking steps to and actually do cuts to Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security and other essential programs, what it says to me is that they don’t care if Americans like me die, which is not an easy thing to say. But that’s the bottom line, these cuts will result in needless suffering and needless death.”
Sara Gavin, Chief Behavioral and Community Health Officer for CommuniCare+OLE says this cut would impact 80 percent of the patients that CommuniCare+OLE currently serve.
“The cuts would be absolutely devastating,” remarked Gavin. “Services that would be denied would be services for chronic health conditions, acute care, mental health care, substance use treatment. We are the primary outpatient provider for substance use treatment in Yolo County for individuals who are on Medicaid.”
Gavin says cuts like this would be catastrophic to CommuniCare+OLE’s ability to operate, as 70% of the revenue it receives is from direct patient care.
“In our communities there is just not a lot of healthcare facilities that are serving individuals on Medicaid and so our patients and clients have very few options if we close our doors,” said Gavin. “The options are they don’t get care at all or they get severely delayed care.”
Gavin pointed out the ripple effects that improper healthcare can have on a community, including not being able to work and relying more on social services and non-profits.
“Access to healthcare is essential to the wellbeing of our communities,” stated Gavin. “Healthcare is an absolute right, not a privilege. Medicaid for the patients we
serve is the critical support needed to exercise that right and receive the care they need and absolutely deserve.”
Interim Vice Chancellor of UC Davis Health Dr. Bruce Lee Hall says Medi-Cal patients rely on the center as it is the only Level One Trauma Center for adults, the only burn center and the only National Cancer Institute designated cancer care center in the region.
“For us, taking away a third of all the resources that we can apply means the rest of the health system starts to crumble,” stated Hall. “With cuts like this to Medicaid, it would put everything that we do at risk.”
Hall fears patients would not show up to appointments and stop taking medicines due to not being able to afford them. When patients show up when their situation becomes intolerable, Hall says, is not the right time to treat them.
Another fear of Hall’s is more medical debt for patients and families, which he says is already a monumental problem in this country.
“We at UC Davis Health System are more dependent on government funding and government resources than many hospitals or health systems,” said Hall. “So this is an existential issue for us that we couldn’t care more about.”
Yolo County District 4 Supervisor Sheila Allen, a public health nurse, spoke about the Helen MacLeod Thomson Health and Human Services Building where the press conference was taking place. Many of the services being spoken about, she says, can be accessed at this site at the county level.
The county, Allen says, acts as a safety net alongside non-profits and Medi-Cal funded programs. For example, the Yolo Adult Day Health Center helps keep people out of nursing homes. These cuts would mean that these community members would have to leave their homes, but as Allen points out, nursing homes are primarily paid by Medicaid.
money to step in and suddenly pay for all these additional people,” remarked Allen. “The care that is needed in the community is always there and if the funding goes away, the care that is needed is still there.”
Susanna Hernandez of SEIU Local 2015 has been a cook in nursing homes for 18 years. She says understaffing at her facility has led to safety risks for employees and residents.
“Cutting Medi-Cal would only worsen the understaffing crisis in nursing homes like the one I work in, leading to even more injuries for my coworkers and our residents,” said Hernandez.
She fears residents could become homeless and nursing home employees like her could lose their jobs.
Hernandez’s daughter was born with four small holes in heart, a thyroid condition, asthma and an extra condition. The vital care she needed as an infant was provided thanks to Medi-Cal. Now her daughter at 17 years old, still relies on Medi-Cal for the medications she requires to stay healthy.
“For many, Medi-Cal has made the difference between life and death,” stated Hernandez.
“The lives of 80 million Americans must take priority over tax cuts for billionaires who already have far too much wealth and power.”
To watch a full livestream of the press conference, visit https:// www.youtube.com/ watch?v=i2qpbAc1a0A.
a vehicle and shooting projectiles at pedestrians is absolutely unacceptable and a crime, a violation of Penal Code §246.3(b).”
He was unable to confirm whether the water guns used were brightly colored or modified to look more realistic. Still, he emphasized that the visual resemblance to actual firearms poses a risk that cannot be ignored and that these types of misunderstandings can lead to very real consequences.
In response to these developments, Winters High School Principal Justin Young issued a statement to families through the Parent Square app, clarifying that the game is strictly prohibited on and around campus grounds and during school hours, including during lunchtime, even if off campus. He outlined a series of disciplinary actions that could be taken against students who participate, including:
• Confiscation of unauthorized items found on school property.
• Assignment of lunch detentions.
• In-school or outof-school suspensions, depending on the severity of the incident.
• Placement on the “No Activities List,” limiting eligibility for sports, field trips, performances, and more.
• Loss of senior privileges, such as
attending prom, the senior trip, and Grad Nite.
“The game and any supplies related to the game are strictly prohibited on all school premises, including parking areas, the Ag Site, athletic fields, and during off-campus meal times, under any circumstances dictated by the ‘game,’” Young said. While acknowledging that the activity may stem from a sense of fun and tradition, Young said the line has been crossed.
“The spirit of fun and camaraderie that presumably underpins such activities is understandable. However, when the line between potential harm and fear is crossed, we must take a stand for the safety and security of our educational environment,” he said. Young added that the school’s priority remains the safety and well-being of all students and staff. He appealed to families to support the school in reinforcing responsible behavior and to encourage conversations at home about the potential harm games like “Senior Assassin” can cause and to work together to end the game.
Miller said that the name “Senior Assassin” itself has raised concerns, especially in a climate where school violence remains a prevalent and issue. Incidents of students being mistaken for carrying real weapons could lead to alarming or even tragic consequences, he warned.
“I’m here to tell you sadly that the county does not have the
A springtime, Mediterranean pasta medley
While searching for a vegetarian-friendly dish to bring to my family’s Easter BBQ — and one worthy of sharing with you in this month’s column — I found myself at a crossroads between two pasta recipes. And really, can you blame me? Pasta is one of those meals I could happily eat every single day.
Living in an agricultural community, I like to select recipes highlighting what’s in season. This time of year, asparagus and artichokes are what I’m craving. When it came down to deciding between pasta with asparagus, artichokes, and mushrooms or a version with sun-dried tomatoes, I decided that life is too short to limit myself — why choose just one?
My family will enjoy the mushroom version at our Easter gathering, dressed with a tarragon vinaigrette. But for you, dear readers, I’m sharing a recipe that features asparagus, artichokes and sun-dried tomatoes in a Mediterranean-inspired sauce.
Lately, my husband and I have been inspired by Mediterranean flavors — vibrant, herbaceous and fresh. This dish is a celebration of all of that, with herbs like basil, thyme, and parsley (harvested from our herb spiral garden), locally pressed olive oil, and bold ingredients that play beautifully together.
The recipe began as an adaptation of one from Giada De Laurentiis, but as always, I modified it based on what we had on hand and our preferences. I
“The lemony zing of the apéritif, the mellow sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes, and the richness of garlic and olive oil paired perfectly with the earthy asparagus and tender artichoke hearts.”
swapped in whole sausages and amped up the garlic, trading the usual parmesan and mozzarella for tangy crumbles of feta.
For the sauce, a dry white wine is ideal. Luciana Moreno Turkovich, winemaker at Turkovich Family Wines, recommended either their Chardonnay or Roussanne — though I had, sadly, already polished off our bottle of Roussanne.
Inspired by Berryessa Gap Vineyards’ Corinne Martinez, who suggested a fun substitution of a L’Apero les Trois apéritif in a previous recipe, I knew what to do. With an abundance of their Meyer Lemon apéritif in the pantry, I used that in place of the half-cup of wine the recipe calls for.
The result? A pasta full of bright, balanced flavors. The lemony zing of the apéritif, the mellow sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes, and the richness of garlic and olive oil paired perfectly with the earthy asparagus and tender artichoke hearts.
As with any bold ingredients, restraint
is key. Be light-handed with the oils, sundried tomatoes and feta — too much can easily overwhelm the dish. A touch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper will bring all the components together in one harmonious bite.
To elevate this Mediterranean-inspired pasta dish, consider taking it to the grill. If you follow my lead and swap out ground sausage for whole links, grill them until nicely charred to add a depth of flavor that pan-browning just can’t match. While you’re at it, toss the asparagus spears (before you slice them) on the barbecue, too. Grilling coaxes out their natural sweetness and brings a subtle smokiness that pairs with the richness of the sundried tomatoes. It’s a simple twist that brings bold flavors to every bite.
If you have a recipe in mind that you would like to see featured in this monthly column, send it to me in an email to crystal@ wintersexpress.com.
I’m open to everything from small bites and
meals to desserts.
Springtime pasta with asparagus, artichoke and sundried tomatoes
Ingredients
3/4 cup oil-packed sundried tomatoes drained
2 tablespoons reserved oil from sun-dried tomatoes
1 pound ground Italian sausage (I used whole sausages sliced into rounds)
2 8-ounce packages frozen artichoke hearts, thawed
12 ounces asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 large garlic cloves, chopped (I used four garlic cloves)
1 3/4 cups chicken broth or stock (I used mushroom stock)
1/2 cup dry white wine salt and freshly ground black pepper, for seasoning
12 ounces of tubular pasta of choice
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil, plus more for optional garnish
1/4 cup chopped fresh flatleaf parsley
Salt and pepper to taste Feta cheese
Putting it together
Boil a pot of water to cook your pasta to al dente. It will finish cooking in the sauce later in the recipe. Once cooked, drain and set aside or place in a large bown and drizzle with some olive oil to keep it from sticking.
Brown sausage in a skillet and set aside.
Add the reserved oil from the sundried tomatoes and a little olive oil to the pan as needed to sauté the artichokes, asparagus and garlic over medium heat until tender (about 2 minutes). Note: You don’t want the asparagus to get too soft or it will get mushy in the next step.
Add the broth or stock, wine, and sun-dried tomatoes and simmer over medium-high heat to slightly reduce the sauce (about 5 to 8 minutes).
Add the sausages and cooked pasta to the vegetable mix and finish cooking it over low heat until the sauce is almost absorbed (about 2 to 3 minutes).
Add the chopped fresh herbs to the mix and gen-
tly combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, you can drizzle on more olive oil. Spoon out portions and top with a sprinkling of feta cheese before serving.
Perfect Pairings
This month, Turkovich Family Wines answered my request for what adult beverages to pair with this month’s meal.
Moreno Turkovich suggested to fill your cup with Turkovich’s Chardonnay or Roussanne once you sit down for your meal for a magical wine pairing.
“The earthy notes and tropical profiles of this wine will complement to perfection,” Moreno Turkovich said.
For red wine lovers, she suggested Turkovich’s Barrels Select Tempranillo.
“Our Barrels Select Tempranillo is at its prime. The slow aging in bottles makes all its components evolve in a magical way, complementing each other,” Moreno Turkovich said.
Crystal Apilado/Winters Express
The recipe features in-season spring asparagus and artichokes paired with sun-dried tomatoes in a Mediterranean-inspired sauce.
FEATURES
Thursday, April 12
WSF host Winters Fire Blood Pressure & Glucose Checks 12:45–1:15 p.m., Winters Community Center (201 Railroad Ave.),
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, April 12
Capstone: Winters FFA Spring Plant Sale, 9 a.m. (While supplies last), WHS Ag Site, 401 Niemann St.
Winters High School AP Art Showcase, 2–5:30 p.m., Winters Museum, 13 Russell St., www.historicalsocietyofwinters.org
Tuesday, April 15
Winters City Council Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Council chamber (318 First St.), Zoom Meeting info, check www.cityofwinters.org/ city-council-meetings_/
Wednesdays
Eat Well Yolo Drive – Through Food Distribution Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m. As supplies last, Winters High student parking lot, off Railroad Avenue
Library Services
Winters Library Public Hours (School in Session), Mon/Wed: 8 a.m.–6 p.m., Tue/Thu: 8–8 p.m., Fri: 8–5 p.m., Sat: 1-5 p.m. (Mask Only 1–3 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, Thursdays, 2-7:30 p.m., call 530-6668005 to schedule an appointment. Bilingual sessions available upon request.
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.)
Cafe Yolo Social Dining, Thurdays, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Winters Community Center (201 Railroad Ave.), Reservations required 24 hours in advance at 530-662-7035 or welcome@mowyolo.org
Winters Senior Foundation Social Gathering, Thurdays, 12:30-3 p.m., Winters Community Center (201 Railroad Ave.)
Ongoing
View the Winters community events calendar at https://bit.ly/WintersCommunityEvents
Winters Friends of the Library meeting, first Monday, 7 p.m., Winters Community Library, Margaret Parsons Room, wfol.org
Winters Fortnightly meeting, second Tuesday (September through May), 1 p.m., St. Anthony Parish Hall (511 W. Main St.)
Rotary Club of Winters meeting, Thursdays, Noon, The Buckhorn Winters Museum public hours Thursday thru Sunday, 1-5 p.m., 13 Russell St., historicalsocietyofwinters.org Winters Open Mic, third Thursday of the month, 6 p.m. (sign-ups begin at 5:30 p.m.), Winters Opera House (13 Main St.).
Metaphysical Book Club, third Friday at 5 p.m., 212 Grant Ave., Sign up at dixiesbookclub@gmail.com, call 530-212-5026, or just drop in 12-Step Bonfire meeting, third Friday, 6:30 p.m. fellowship, 7 p.m. meeting, LuNita Ranch, 8189 Olive School Ln, Winters, Bring a camp chair.
Winters Spiritual Living Circle, last Wednesday at 5 p.m., 212 Grant Ave., Sign up traycee@outlook.com, call 760-688-6302, or just drop in Kiwanis Club of Winters meeting, fourth Wednesday, 6 p.m., Turkovich Family Wines - Boss Lounge, kiwanisclubofwinters@gmail.com
Democracy Winters meeting, third Saturdays, 10 a.m.Noon, Meeting details in newsletter, contact info@ democracywinters.org
Dance Fitness, - first/third Sundays February thru July, 8 to 9 a.m., Winters Community Library. No registration required.
Walking Meditation, third Sunday, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., Meet behind the Winters Community Center, 201 Railroad Ave.
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.
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Charley is spring cleaning, maybe OPINION, Page 4
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Smith, Ramos, Helm earn Hall of Fame employee honors
By Angela Underwood Express correspondent
The Winters Joint Unified School District 2025 Hall of Fame inductees are a group whose legacy stands alone.
Hall of Fame inductees are graduates, former employees, or community volunteers who collectively made unprecedented contributions to the students and the school community as a whole.
Annually, Winters JUSD asks community members to nominate people who have made a lasting impact on the school district and the broader Winters community.
The two-part Express series begins by highlighting the three employee inductees in the Class of 2025.
The Winters JUSD’s Hall of Fame employee award details list that former district employees nominated must have demonstrated outstanding qualities that had a significant impact on school scholastics, athletics or other student-centered activities while demonstrating an exemplary life of community service and good character.
Laura Smith, Phyllis Ramos, and Laurie Helm are three female leaders who are forever recognized for their scholastic and community contributions as Winters JUSD Hall of Fame inductees.
Laura Smith
Laura Smith’s three-decade service to the district began in 1979, spanning until her 2011 retirement. Smith served many roles, starting as a Speech Aide before becoming the Winters High School principal assistant. The post became much more to Smith, who said her beginning years with the district made a lifelong impact.
“You learn about kids going through stages, and it actually made me a better
Hall of Fame Class of 2025
parent,” Smith said.
It was not long before Smith’s excellence was recognized, and the superintendent suggested she move to the district office. Smith thrived among top officials, proving her passion for the student body.
Smith’s nomination letter states the same, stating that Smith’s composure and pleasantness in “long grueling, sometimes contentious board meetings under harsh neon lights until well past 10:30 at night” inspired others.
Smith looks back at it all, seeing the success, not the strain.
“Your job
district means to the community.”
According to Smith, “there’s no separation between what a community is and the school district; they need to work together.”
Even after retirement, Smith continues working with officials and giving back through programs, including her role as a weekly ROAR (Reach Out and Read) volunteer in kindergarten for several years, sitting on panels for Senior Capstone presentations, and volunteering in Work Ready Certificate interviews.
Last year, Smith volunteered for “Mad City Money,” the first financial literacy workshop held for
but along with that, there are so many hats that you wear that people, they don’t see behind the scenes,” Smith said. “You have to turn into something for everybody that comes through that door and be ready to meet it.”
That was easy to do in Winters, according to the decades-long employee, who said serving local upper-level students was more a pleasure than a post.
“Students knew how to interact with adults, and at the time, it probably had a lot to do with the smallness of the community,” Smith said, adding time does not always change what matters. “As Winters has grown, we haven’t lost that heart and soul of what the school
Looking back on her tenure, Smith said the Hall of Fame accolade is an honor.
“There’s so many people that deserve a recognition like this,” she said. “It means the world to me; it really does.”
Phyllis Ramos
Phyllis Ramos served the school district for nearly two decades, dedicating her life to the student body and administration from 1986 until 2004. What began as a substitution position soon became permanent.
“I moved to the office as a secretary at 4 hours and then moved to 6 hours, and finally full time all in the same position, spending my entire career in that Secretary
position at Waggoner,” Ramos said. The position changed her.
“The Winters Unified School District has had a profound impact on my life, both professionally and personally,” she said of her 18-yearlong career. “During that time, the staff and students truly became like family to me; Winters Schools have been a central part of my life—not just a workplace, but a home.”
Speaking of home, Ramos shared how she, her husband, children, and grandchildren have all been students in the local district. Calling it a “connection that runs deep through generations,” Ramos said, “It’s been incredible to watch our family grow within the same school community, and I’m grateful for the strong foundation it has provided for all of us.”
Ramos continues to build on that foundation, according to her nomination letter.
“Even after retiring from her role at Waggoner Elementary, Phyllis continues to make a lasting impact on Winters’ youth,” the nomination reads.”
Through her leadership and generosity, she facilitates a scholarship for graduating seniors in our community, empowering the next generation to pursue their dreams.” Those dreams often end where they started.
“Many of our students, like my own children, went away to college and moved back to Winters as adults because they wanted to have their own children experience that same send of belonging and pride Winters schools provided,” Ramos said. Her induction into the 2025 Hall of Fame is the icing on the cake for the longtime
Plants, books, music, community at April 19 event
UC Master Gardeners–Yolo collaborate for plant sale
By Denise Cottrell Special to
the Express
It is time for spring planting! Find your gardener heart’s desire at the UC Master Gardeners–Yolo plant sale on Saturday, April 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Winters Community Library Teaching Garden (708 Railroad Ave.). This event is a collaboration of three community organizations: The Master Gardeners of Yolo County, Winters Friends of the Library and the Winters High School FAA program. The sale will feature plants from Morningstar Herb Farms of Vacaville in addition to plants propagated by UC Master Gardeners–Yolo and community volunteers. The proceeds from the sale benefit the maintenance of the garden,
which is cared for by Master Gardeners and community volunteers.
The plants offered for sale provide a habitat for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds and will include a variety of dwarf butterfly bushes, lavenders, ornamental sages, culinary herbs, and various California native plants. For succulent aficionados, Sharon Bloom, “The Succulent Lady,” will have boxed succulents by the dozen and individual plants for sale in addition to her handmade ceramic planters.
The WHS agriculture class will sell vegetable garden, tomato and pepper plants. The proceeds from the sale of the vegetable starts will fund additional greenhouse projects.
To complement the plant sale, WFoL will have their book cart available with a variety of cookbooks, gardening books, and nature books for sale with proceeds to benefit the Winters Community Library. The Spring Plant Sale is a great opportunity to find new plants for your garden and support community organizations. Enjoy plant shopping and a tour of the Winters Community Library Teaching Garden accompanied by the music of the band Squirrels in the Attic. And don’t forget to bring your gardening questions. Master Gardeners will be available to answer your questions about the plants you wish to purchase or other gardening questions. If you are unable to attend the plant sale and find you have a gardening question, call the Master Gardener hotline at 530-666-8736 or email mgyolo@ucdavis.edu.
Courtesy photo
This April 19, plant sale at the Winters Community Library Teaching Garden is a collaboration event hosted by the Master Gardeners of Yolo County, Winters Friends of the Library and the Winters High School FFA program.
Baby Boomers regain top spot as largest home buyers group
cent a year ago. Generation X buyers (ages 45–59) held steady at 24 percent.
In a shift that underscores changing dynamics in the housing market, baby boomers now make up the largest generational group of home buyers, according to the National Association of Realtors.
NAR’s 2025 Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends report, which examines the similarities and differences among recent home buyers and sellers across generations, found that the combined share of younger boomers (ages 60–69) and older boomers (ages 70–78) rose to 42 percent of all home buyers in the past year. Millennials dropped to 29 percent of all buyers – down notably from 38 per-
“In a plot twist, baby boomers have overtaken millennials – the largest U.S. population – to become the top generation of home buyers,” said Jessica Lautz, NAR deputy chief economist and vice president of research. “What’s striking is that half of older boomers and two out of five younger boomers are purchasing homes entirely with cash, bypassing financing altogether.”
While older buyers were more likely to pay cash, younger generations were much more likely to rely on financing and family support. More than 90 percent of buyers 44 years and younger financed their home purchase. Twenty-seven percent of young-
er millennials (ages 26-34) and 13 percent of older millennials (ages 35-44) cited a gift from a relative or friend as one of the sources for their down payment.
The report revealed that 24 percent of recent home buyers were purchasing for the first time, a significant drop from 32 percent last year. First-time buying was most common among younger millennials (71 percent), while older millennials are now more likely to be repeat buyers.
“Older millennials are buying bigger and newer homes with larger down payments than their younger counterparts,” Lautz added. “This shift reflects the increasing role of equity in enabling repeat purchases, especially among older generations, while young-
er buyers continue to face affordability challenges.”
Generation X home buyers continued to lead all generations with a median household income of $130,000, followed by older millennials at $127,500.
Seventeen percent of all home buyers purchased a multigenerational home – up from 14 percent last year. Generation X led the way, with 21 percent choosing multigenerational living, followed by younger boomers at 15 percent.
“Gen Xers are today’s sandwich generation,” said Lautz. “They are purchasing multigenerational homes to accommodate aging relatives, children over the age of 18 and even for cost savings. While Gen X are purchasing at the highest household incomes, they may
still feel the squeeze as they aim to find a home that serves everyone.”
Meanwhile, Generation Z – though still a small segment of the market (3 percent of all buyers) – had the highest share of single-female home buyers at 30 percent, and like millennials, they tend to purchase older homes compared to other age groups.
“Gen Z is slowly entering the housing market with the lowest household income and they’re more likely to be single than other buyers,” Lautz noted.
Nearly nine out of 10 buyers (88 percent) purchased their homes with the help of a real estate agent.
Younger millennials (90 percent) were the most likely to use an agent. Referrals remain the primary method most buyers use to find their agent.
millennials (42 percent) compared to older generations, which were more likely to work with an agent they had previously used to buy or sell a home.
The overwhelming majority of buyers (88 percent) said they would use their real estate agent again or recommend them to others. This sentiment was even stronger among Generation X buyers (91 percent) and those in the Silent Generation (93 percent), underscoring the enduring value of professional guidance across generations.
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Referrals by friends, neighbors or relatives were higher among younger millennials (54 percent) and older
On the selling side, baby boomers again dominated, accounting for 53 percent of all sellers. Across all generations, sellers stayed in their homes for a median of 10 years. Younger millennials remained more mobile, typically selling after five years, while older boomers sold after 16 years.
Get blood pressure, glucose checked
The Winters Senior Foundation and the Winters Fire Department have partnered in offering BP and glucose checks before the WSF social gathering on April 10 at 12:45 p.m. at the Winters Community Center, after the Cafe Yolo Social Dining. Have lunch with us from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., get your BP and/or glucose checked, and then enjoy an afternoon with other seniors from Winters. Don’t forget to make your reservation at welcome@mowyolo.org or 530-662-7035 for a delicious free lunch.
TINA LOWDEN
Winters senior Foundation
Thank you for supporting capstone
We appreciate your participation and generosity towards the Team Davis and Winters Life Skills Basketball Tournament. This event’s success is directly attributed to your help. My senior capstone was accomplished with great success, and we gathered a generous amount of donations to be shared between Team Davis and Winters Life Skills Class.
Thank you to Winters Education Foundation, Continued donations from the retired Autos for Autism group, Winters Life Skills, DJ Troy Barnett, Andrea Hurst, Chris Novello and Culinary Class, Jennifer Maldonado, Bill Spalding, Meagan Wink, Nick Wink, Danny Villalobos, Kim Spalding, Jenny Ramos, Annie Ramos, Jenny Pinedo, WHS Para Educators, WHS Basketball players, Ryan Ramos, Chris Kays, Justin Young, Pacific Ace Hardware, Lorenzo’s Market
If we missed mentioning any other donators please let us extend our deepest apologies. We extend our sincerest gratitude once again.
JACKIE MURILLO, MENTORS KIM SPALDING AND JENNY RAMOS
Winters HigH scHool
Invitation to AP Art Showcase
On behalf of the Board of Winters Participation Gallery, I am delighted to invite the Winters Community to a celebration of creativity and talent at the AP Art Showcase. The event is sponsored by WPG in conjunction with the Winters Museum.
This special event will feature the work of Winters High School Advanced Placement Art students. Under the direction of art teacher Holly Smith, they have dedicated hours to developing their artistic voices and refining their technical skills. From painting, drawing and mixed media, the showcase offers a diverse and inspiring look at the next generation of artists. Students will be on hand to answer questions and discuss their art. Stop by to support the artists, engage with their work, and enjoy an
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Horoscopes
ARIES (Mar 21/Apr 20),
This week you are going to take action on a project that has been on your mind for awhile, Aries. Trust your instincts, but make sure you are not moving too fast.
TAURUS (Apr 21/May 21),
This week brings an opportunity for intellectual pursuits, Taurus. You might think to enroll in a higher education class or a take a course on a specific hobby that has been on your mind.
GEMINI (May 22/Jun 21), Partnerships are key right now, Gemini. You might want to pursue new professional relationships. Embrace your ability and willingness to adapt and facilitate change.
CANCER (Jun 22/Jul 22), You need to take care of your body and mind, Cancer. Now is as good a time as any to begin this pursuit. Even small adjustments can lead to long-term health benefits.
LEO (Jul 23/Aug 23), Leo, this is your week to look into matters of self-expression and creativity. Pour your energy into anything that gets you excited. Your enthusiasm may draw others in as well.
VIRGO (Aug 24/Sept 22), Virgo, home life takes center stage this week, and you might feel a strong desire to nurture your space. Decluttering and organizing could bring more harmony to your home.
LIBRA (Sept 23/Oct 23), Libra, you are able to express your thoughts with clarity and charm, which is why personal relationships often come easy to you. This week you may use this superpower to make friends.
SCORPIO (Oct 24/Nov 22), You may soon find yourself reevaluating how you spend your money or what you value most in life, Scorpio. This is a good time to check financial goals and adjust them.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23/Dec 21), There is a sense of fresh energy surrounding you this week, Sagittarius. If you have been putting off something, now is the time to take the leap.
CAPRICORN (Dec 22/Jan 20), Capricorn, focus on rest and relaxation in the days ahead. You have been putting in a lot of work lately and now is a time to focus on your inner self and recharge.
AQUARIUS (Jan 21/Feb 18), Collaborations with others could prove fruitful this week, Aquarius. Don’t hesitate to lean on your social network when you need to get something done.
PISCES (Feb 19/Mar 20), You might be presented with a way to take your professional life to the next level, Pisces. Strategize about how to move forward in this regard, and think through all decisions.
Legals
Express Yourself
Spring cleaning should be fun, but it isn’t
Over 40 years ago, I made a sign for my old building, “Coming soon, Winters Museum.” Even hanging inside the building, the sign was water-stained and faded. Yes, the buildings leaked, a lot. The sign didn’t make the move to our current building that we rent from
“It wasn’t just Pop who filled every empty corner with treasures but generations of publishers at the Express before him.”
the city.
My father joked that we weren’t collectors but hoarders. “Collectors buy and sell, we just accumulate,” he liked to say. It wasn’t just Pop who filled every empty corner with treasures but generations of publishers at the Express before him. I was the 10th publisher, if anyone is counting.
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We have a copy of every Winters Express from 1887 up until I retired seven years ago, somewhere in the office. The first three years are missing, and I assume that the first publisher in 1884, Edwin Rust, took them with him. I’m not sure if anyone is saving copies now, but I regret that I stopped keeping a copy each
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afternoon filled with artistic creativity. In addition, check out the multiple exhibits at the museum, including the most recent, “Winters Businesses.” Admission is free, and all are welcome. Participation Gallery Board members and I look forward to seeing you at the Winters Museum, 13 Russell St., from 2 to 5:30 p.m. on April 12. Light refreshments will be served.
LIZ COMAN Winters ParticiPation Gallery chair
Gratitude for fundraising support
On behalf of the Winters Open Mic board of directors, I write to thank the Winters community and all the sponsors of the Songs in Solidarity Benefit Concert that we held at the Winters Opera House on April 4th for those impacted by the January wildfires in Los Angeles. Thousands of families and businesses were tragically impacted by the January fires. Those of us in Yolo County are uniquely situated to respond to this disaster as we recently experienced devastating fires in the Vaca Mountains and the Sierra foothills. The
week. I’m sure I could have found space somewhere to preserve them.
We also have, an almost-complete collection of Winters High School Poppies. There are only a few years missing, but again, I stopped buying new ones seven years ago. Maybe the high school has a few extra they would like to sell me to keep the collection up to date?
Winters is just nine years older than the Express, so we only missed out on the early years covering the town. Community newspapers are the keepers of history, and I’m glad to see that the Express is still going strong. It even seems to be getting
California Community Foundation, whom we are forwarding the contributions to, began providing food, shelter, mental health services and small business support on the ground immediately and has a record of providing needed services in the succeeding years.
The work and donations of our community helps us to reach across the Grapevine and support Los Angeles residents in their time of need. Songs In Solidarity was a meaningful way to come together and express our understanding of this tragedy.
I specifically want to thank the local organizations that co-sponsored the event with us: Winters Theatre Company, Davis Odd Fellows Lodge, Davis Live Music Collective and Davis Media Access. I also want to thank the local leaders who promoted attendance and donated their time and money to the event: Yolo County Supervisor Lucas Frerichs, Yolo County Supervisor Don Saylor (Ret.), Yolo County Supervisor Shila Allen, Winters City Mayor Albert Vallecillo, Winters City Council Member Carol Scianna, Davis City Council Member Linda Deos, Woodland City Coun-
better, lately. Not sure if that is just my wishful thinking, or maybe Crystal is getting better at her job as time goes by. It is hard for me to throw anything away. There is an old chair on the wall that is in a picture taken of the Winters Express in 1910. The reason the chair is hanging on the wall is because everyone kept trying to give it away. My old paper cutter and type cabinets are also in the picture. There is an old printing press in the picture that I would love to have had, but someone, foolishly, threw it out. My permanent tenant lives in fear that she will be responsible for all of the goodies in my print shop. I’ve told her to just walk away and let the museum worry about what to do with it all. There isn’t a lot of value in my collection of rare and interesting junk, so I’m not too worried about the museum turning it down. They may think that it is priceless, just like I do. I don’t plan on going anywhere anytime soon, but the museum would appreciate the extra space. Have a good week.
cil Member Tania Garcia-Cadena, Woodland City Council Member Mayra Vega, Winters Fire Chief Jack S. Snyder III, Winters Planning Commission Chair Lisa A. Baker. Enormous thanks for the leadership of Ernie Silva, Winters Open Mic E.D. Stephen Martin, and the can-do spirit of the volunteers who made the night seamless! The evening was thoroughly enjoyable with local beer provided by Super Owl in Davis and local wines provided by Nashoba Wines (Davis); Berryessa Gap (Winters); Yorba Wines (Sutter Creek) and Turkovich Family Wines (Winters).
We also enjoyed three local bands The Big Poppies, the Putah Creek Crawdads and Island Crew. Together, the Winters and Yolo communities raised over $8,000 in eight weeks to support our neighbors across the Grapevine.
Thank you again to all the organizations and individuals who donated time, money and energy for the effort. I hope to see you at one of Winters Open Mic shows in the near future.
JESSE LOREN Winters city council member and President, Winters oPen mic board of directors
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Sports
Warriors beat Colusa with strong fielding, multiple RBIs
By Sydney Andrade Express staff writer
On Friday, April 4, the Winters High School baseball teams dominated in the games against Colusa Varsity baseball
The varsity baseball team won by a score of 0–17.
Boston Jones led his team to victory on the mound, giving up only one hit and zero runs over five innings. Jones struck out nine batters and walked three. Jones was backed up by a strong fielding team and zero errors on the day.
The Warriors practiced patience at the plate, tak-
ing advantage of the 13 walks they were given. Se bastian Rodriguez, Julian Herrera, Jones and Derrick Collins each collected one hit for the Warriors. Jones also contributed significantly to the score with four RBIs.
JV baseball
The WHS junior varsity baseball team also won its game against Colusa on Friday, April 4, by a score of 1–11.
Aidan Baylor led his team
Other RBIs were contrib uted by Collins and Her rera with two each, while Jake Woods, Everette Beason, Hayden Green, Lane Brown, Jordan Wojan and Jordan Calvert all made one RBI each. Despite all the walks, the WHS varsity baseball team took advantage of the bases they were given with smart base running. In total, the stole six bases throughout the game.
to victory in the mound with 10 strikeouts and zero hits over six innings, walking only four batters. Christian Leon, Kai Carrion and Andres Bermudez led the Warriors at the plate, each collecting one hit and one RBI each for the Warriors. JP Mariani also made an RBI, while several Warriors took advantage of their base on balls with stolen bases, ultimately giving them a greater advantage in the game.
Junior varsity head coach Manny Garcia raved about his team and the fact that they are all extremely
coachable and that he is proud of all their hard work and dedication to the team.
The Warriors are a couple of games into their league season with Pierce, East Nic, Durham, Live Oak and Willows all coming up on the schedule. The next few games include: April 11: Junior varsity at Pioneer High School, at 4 p.m. Varsity at Pierce High School, at 4 p.m. April 14: Junior Varsity at Woodland Christian School, at 4 p.m. April 15: vs East Nicolaus High School at home starting at 4 p.m.
Lap swim season opens, swim registration dates announced
City of Winters
Special to the Express
Get ready to dive in — Winters’ 2025 swim season officially kicks off on Monday, April 7. Whether you’re looking to get in shape, cool off after a long day, or simply enjoy the water, the lap swim program offers the perfect opportunity for swimmers aged 16 and older to make waves all spring long.
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“It’s a great honor to be selected and remembered by the community,” Ramos said.
Laurie Helm
Hired in 1988, Laurie Helm dedicated 34 years to teaching district students in various subjects. In her first year of teaching, Helm taught Winters Middle School students English, History and Science, and physical science at Winters High School.
The rest of her career was the role that made her a middle school legend, as the eighth grade science teacher.
“In 1989, I started working full time at the middle school teaching eighth grade science and advisory,” Helm said, adding that in the next 32 years, she taught eighth grade science in Room No. 1, “Except during
Lap swim
Ages 16 and older
Schedule (April 7 to May 31):
• Monday–Friday, 4:30 to 8:45 p.m.
Note: Starting May 6, the swim team will use three lanes on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
• Saturday–Sunday, 9 to 11 a.m.
Whether you’re a daily swimmer or just dipping your toes in, there’s a pricing op-
COVID, when my dining room became my classroom.”
Her last year was in a part-time capacity as the middle school worked to get two new science teachers experience and mentorship from Helm.
Helm said her students and peers have become integral to her personal journey.
“I especially enjoyed advisory, where students were part of our ‘homeroom’ family during their three years at Winters Middle School,” she said. “Supporting the same students over three years in advisory developed connections that continued when I attended their quinceañeras, graduation parties, and weddings.”
Calling Winters “a very accepting and kind community,” Helm said that same inclusion was “reflected in the students who passed through my classroom.”
According to her
tion to fit your needs. To participate, community members can get a monthly pass for $54, a daily pass for $5, or a 10-visit punch card for $43. For more information, visit www.cityofwinters.org/209/LapSwim
Open swim
All ages If lap swim not your thing, come relax during open swim hours.
nomination letter, acceptance remained a priority to the teacher, who recognized “the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ students in her small town.”
“Ms. Helm courageously stood as an advocate for their safety and inclusion,” her nomination reads. “Her bravery, compassion, and willingness to advocate for what is right, even in the face of resistance, made her a true ally and role model.”
Humbly accepting the induction honor, Helm credits others who helped her succeed.
“I would like to thank the two generations of Winters students who, while in my classroom, created giant periodic tables, hung models of atoms from the ceiling, built wild roller coasters, and put up with me and my weekly quizzes,” Helm said. “Keep looking at the moon.”
Schedule (April 7 to May 31):
• Saturday–Sunday, 12 to 4 p.m.
The open swim costs are a daily pass for $2 or a 10-visit punch card for $20. Information for private pool rentals and details about guidelines and policies aobut pool usage is available on the city’s open swim web page.
For more information, visit www.cityofwinters.org/208/OpenSwim.
Swim team, lessons
The registration period for the Winters
later this month.
Swim team registration opens on April 15.
While swim lessons registration opens on April 29.
These programs are contracted through a local provider. While the websites haven’t been updated with 2025 details yet, keep an eye on the following links:
• Swim lessons info: wintersswimteam. godaddysites.com/ swim-lessons
• Swim team info: wintersswimteam.godaddysites.com.
Beginning on May 6,
three lanes during lap swim on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Get notifications
To stay updated with the latest about lap swim, including schedule changes or closures, sign up for notifications from the city at https://www. cityofwinters.org/list. aspx#agendaCenter. Select “Winters Lap Swim” notifications by email and or text message. Residents can sign up for “City Manager Updates” as well to recieve similar in-
Isaac Lopez
Isaac Lopez, a Winters High Schol senior, is Pisani’s Athlete of the Week. Lopez is part of WHS’s inaugural golf team and coach Kim Olivas said it’s been great to see him enjoying the game so much. “Isaac has been working hard to lower his handicap. He is normally 4 to 5 strokes over par,” Olivas said. “He plays golf normally three days a week and has become quite passionate about it. I wish he had another year of eligibility. I’m sure he’ll continue playing the game and improving.”
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